July 5, 1991

A Collection of Gems.

Rock Historian Ed Ward reviews a 9-CD reissue from the old soul label Stax, the Memphis label that brought us Otis Redding, Carla Thomas, Sam and Dave, and Booker T and the MG's.

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Fresh Air with Terry Gross, July 5, 1991: Interview with Carrie Fisher; Interview with Tom Savini; Review of the album "The Complete Stax."

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July 5, 1991

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Actress and Author Carrie Fisher.

Actress and author Carrie Fisher. She's probably best-known for her portrayal of Princess Leia in the Star War movies. She wrote the screenplay for the film adaptation of her novel, "Postcards From the Edge." Fisher's latest role is in the film, "Soapdish." (REPEAT. Originally aired 9/11/90)

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Carrie Fisher

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July 5, 1991

12:48

Makeup Artist Tom Savini Brings the Dead to Life.

Director Tom Savini. Savini was known as the master of ghoulish makeup for George Romero's films. Now he's directed his first film, a remake of Romero's classic, "Night of the Living Dead."(REPEAT. originally aired 10/22/90)

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Tom Savini

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