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Seeking 'Cultural Equity' in Musical Traditions

On THIS IS AMERICA: The second of two programs about the Lomax family of folklorists who collected songs. But some of the practices of their time have led to criticism.

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Music Spotlight: Reba, Zac Brown Band and More

On THIS IS AMERICA: The latest albums by country star Reba McEntire and saxophonist David Sanborn. The appeal of the Zac Brown Band. And music from the Jeff Bridges movie ''Crazy Heart.''

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How a Family Helped Save American Folk Music

On THIS IS AMERICA: For years, the Lomaxes collected examples of songs that might otherwise have been lost to time. First of two parts.

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Tombstone, Arizona: “The town too tough to die”

On THIS IS AMERICA: The small town of Tombstone, Arizona welcomes thousands of visitors each year. They come from all over the world to experience a bit of the old American West.