June 17, 1991

A Mysterious Hit Single from the 1960s

Rock historian Ed Ward tells the story of "Sally Go Round the Roses," a strange, enigmatic song that was a hit in 1963, recorded by The Jaynetts.

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Fresh Air with Terry Gross, June 17, 1991: Interview with Joseph Vasquez; Commentary on the song "Sally Go Round the Roses"; Interview with Ronald Brownstein; Review of the television show "P.O.V."

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June 17, 1991

21:16

Director Joseph Vasquez on His Latest Film About the South Bronx

Vasquez's new movie, "Hangin' With The Homeboys," is a semi-autobiographical movie about growing up in the South Bronx. He talks to Terry Gross about relations between Latinos and African Americans in his neighborhood; Vasquez is biracial, and is part of both traditions.

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June 17, 1991

09:27

Ronald Brownstein on "The Hollywood-Washington Connection"

The journalist's new book, "The Power and the Glitter," looks at alliances between politicians across the ideological spectrum, and with movie stars and other celebrities. Brownstein is the national political correspondent for the Los Angeles Times.

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June 17, 1991

04:22

PBS Brings Back It's "Spellbinding" Documentary Series for the Summer

Television critic David Bianculli reviews the season premiere of public television's documentary series, "P.O.V." It debuts this Tuesday night with "Absolutely Positive," Peter Adair's film about 11 people who have tested positive for the virus that causes AIDS.

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A Mysterious Hit Single from the 1960s

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Director Joseph Vasquez on His Latest Film About the South Bronx

Ronald Brownstein on "The Hollywood-Washington Connection"

PBS Brings Back It's "Spellbinding" Documentary Series for the Summer

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