PRX - Pieces for Tone: Contemplative

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A short feature exploring the social world of a British cycling club as it faces the challenge of a declining and aging membership.

  • Added: Oct 25, 2011
  • Length: 10:00
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A retired history professor from Montana reflects on a childhood during the Depression, and on the nature of poverty...and happiness.

Bought by Yellowstone Public Radio, KUFM - Montana Public Radio, KGLT, Yellowstone Public Radio, and KUFM - Montana Public Radio


  • Added: Aug 03, 2011
  • Length: 05:00
  • Purchases: 5
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Elaine and Francis- a nun and a priest- fell deeply in love and left the Church so they could be married. Nearly 40 years later, on Jan. 3rd 2010, ...

Bought by WAMC Northeast Public Radio


  • Added: Jun 22, 2011
  • Length: 07:58
  • Purchases: 1
Caption: Tom Malvetis, owner Unicorn Tavern. , Credit: Kyle Leppek
The number of older Americans working full time has been rising steadily for years. Many work because they have to. Some work because they want to ...

Bought by New Hampshire Public Radio


  • Added: Jun 07, 2011
  • Length: 03:50
  • Purchases: 1
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Two hospice workers invite us into the world of death and dying.

Bought by WMPG, KUOW, and KFAI Minneapolis


  • Added: May 31, 2011
  • Length: 11:36
  • Purchases: 3
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A very enlightening generational discussion on WELFARE

  • Added: May 14, 2011
  • Length: 29:00
Caption: Heinz Chapel Chancel
Compline from Heinz Chapel on the University of Pittsburgh Campus. Programs will air weekly all year, designed for 11:00 PM to midnight Sunday air...

  • Added: Mar 20, 2011
  • Length: 59:00
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When I first walked into the nursing home, I saw the residents as "living cadavers." Later I came to love them and celebrate their lives.

Bought by WAMC Northeast Public Radio


  • Added: Mar 17, 2011
  • Length: 04:59
  • Purchases: 1
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A generational discussion about aging

  • Added: Feb 28, 2011
  • Length: 29:00
Caption: Stories, Credit: Ricky Norris
Many retirees enjoy the rest and relaxation that eluded them during their working years. But for some, retirement means opportunities to affect cha...

  • Added: Feb 01, 2011
  • Length: 11:32
Caption: Stories, Credit: Ricky Norris
Many retirees enjoy the rest and relaxation that eluded them during their working years. But for some, retirement means opportunities to affect pos...

  • Added: Feb 01, 2011
  • Length: 08:54
Caption: Stories, Credit: Ricky Norris
Many retirees enjoy the rest and relaxation that eluded them during their working years. But for some, retirement means opportunities to affect cha...

  • Added: Feb 01, 2011
  • Length: 30:00
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Celebrating the birthday of my 70 year old friend Louise, who is in full bloom.

  • Added: Jan 21, 2011
  • Length: 05:41
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In early 2010, Elaine McGillicuddy lost her husband to bone cancer. Elaine has created her own grieving process rooted in daily rituals. She is e...

Bought by WMPG, WAMC Northeast Public Radio, Interfaith Voices, KUOW, and PRX Remix


  • Added: Jan 13, 2011
  • Length: 07:58
  • Purchases: 5
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This short, fully produced audio essay – with music and sound effects – is a rumination on growing old, with a nod to the effects of Alzheimer's. I...

  • Added: Dec 09, 2010
  • Length: 03:38
Caption: Morning Rolled Oats, Credit: Janice Lang
In the US your chances of being shot are relatively high.

Bought by PRX Remix


  • Added: Nov 26, 2010
  • Length: 01:30
  • Purchases: 1
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Generational discoussion on comfort foods we all enjoy

  • Added: Nov 13, 2010
  • Length: 29:00
Caption: Morning Rolled Oats, Credit: Janice Lang
Do all men get cranky in their old age or is it just me?

Bought by KUT


  • Added: Oct 01, 2010
  • Length: 01:41
  • Purchases: 1
Caption: Morning Rolled Oats, Credit: Janice Lang
You Already Know This

Bought by KUT


  • Added: Sep 06, 2010
  • Length: 02:18
  • Purchases: 1
Caption: Morning Rolled Oats, Credit: Janice Lang
What can anti aging cream do for you?

  • Added: Aug 12, 2010
  • Length: 01:02
Caption: Morning Rolled Oats, Credit: Janice Lang
One man's trash is another man's treasure.

  • Added: Jun 13, 2010
  • Length: 02:30
Caption: Morning Rolled Oats, Credit: Janice Lang
The cost of living goes up every year

  • Added: Jun 02, 2010
  • Length: 01:22
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3 Generations discuss the impact of the military draft on thier generation

  • Added: May 30, 2010
  • Length: 57:30
Caption: Morning Rolled Oats, Credit: Janice Lang
Why the press hounds Tiger Woods

  • Added: Apr 06, 2010
  • Length: :31
Caption: Morning Rolled Oats, Credit: Janice Lang
We don't mind looking old. It's feeling old that's painful.

  • Added: Apr 04, 2010
  • Length: :50