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This episode of This American Life uses the metaphor of four street corners across America to explore the nation’s history, love, community, and identity, revealing how deeply personal and collective stories shape the American experience.
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Hosted by Ira Glass, the episode
This episode of This American Life uses the metaphor of four street corners across America to explore the nation’s history, love, community, and identity, revealing how deeply personal and collective stories shape the American experience.
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Hosted by Ira Glass, the episode
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Ira GlassSarah VowellLouis JolietScott RicherJulie RiggsMike PaternitiAchy Obejas
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American HistoryImmigrationLong Form Journalism
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