Irish writer Fintan O'Toole tells of cherished objects from Ireland's history that contribute to its national identity today. Then a linguist describes the efforts underway to capture the words and sounds of languages spoken in New York City that are on the brink of disappearing. And Rick's longtime collaborator Gene Openshaw delves into Michelangelo's midlife crisis in his new historical novel.
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