LeVar Burton

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  1. LeVar Burton: Level of Excellence

    HACE 3 DÍAS

    LeVar Burton: Level of Excellence

    LeVar Burton and Rob Lowe have no plans to retire! The legendary actor, writer, and television host returns to the show to discuss the new season of “Trivial Pursuit,” writing his much-anticipated memoir, Rob’s recent rewatch of “Roots,” why LeVar is glad he didn’t land a different game show hosting gig, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the show on YouTube at YouTube.com/@LiterallyWithRobLowe! Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at 323-570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    47 min
  2. "The Toynbee Convector" by Ray Bradbury

    07/05/2024

    "The Toynbee Convector" by Ray Bradbury

    The world's only time traveler finally reveals his secrets. "The Toynbee Convector" © 1983 by Ray Bradbury   Content advisory: suicide

    43 min
  3. "The November Story" by Rebecca Makkai

    30/04/2024

    "The November Story" by Rebecca Makkai

    A reality TV show producer tries to make love happen, on- and off-screen. “The November Story” is from MUSIC FOR WARTIME by Rebecca Makkai, published by Viking, an imprint of Penguin Publishing Group, a division of Penguin Random House LLC. Find LeVar on Instagram Live on Monday, May 6th from 6:30-8pm Pacific, celebrating 13 seasons of LeVar Burton Reads! Join us for a Q&A and surprise guests. Follow @levar.burton on IG and sign up for reminders!

    50 min
  4. "When the Apples are Ripe" by Diane Oliver

    16/04/2024

    "When the Apples are Ripe" by Diane Oliver

    A young boy puzzles over the behavior of his mysterious elderly neighbor, his parents, and his older brother, a budding civil rights activist. This story appears in the collection entitled NEIGHBORS AND OTHER STORIES by Diane Oliver, published by Grove Press. Content advisory: racial slur, racism

    45 min
  5. "She Builds Quick Machines" by Lyndsie Manusos

    23/04/2024

    "She Builds Quick Machines" by Lyndsie Manusos

    Robotics, quick machines, fugitives -- none are exactly what they seem on the surface. Find more from the author at https://lyndsiekay.wordpress.com. And find LeVar on Instagram Live on Monday, May 6th from 6:30-8pm Pacific, celebrating 13 seasons of LeVar Burton Reads! Join us for a Q&A and surprise guests. Follow @levar.burton on IG and mark your calendar! Content advisory: warfare, death

    39 min
  6. "The Hidden Forests of Earth and Mars" by Anna Zumbro

    26/03/2024

    "The Hidden Forests of Earth and Mars" by Anna Zumbro

    A young woman must decide her future: planting seeds and forging civilization on Mars, or caretaking for future generations on Earth. This story originally appeared in Cast of Wonders. Find more from the author at annazumbro.com. Content advisory: climate change and ecological collapse

    44 min
  7. "The Coffin Maker" by AnaMaria Curtis

    09/04/2024

    "The Coffin Maker" by AnaMaria Curtis

    On a long mission to search for a new home planet, an outfitter tries to protect the crewmembers' lives. But can she protect herself from the inevitable loss and heartbreak? This story first appeared in Uncanny Magazine. For more from the author, check out anamariacurtis.com.    Content advisory: pandemic, death

    50 min
  8. "Kin" by Bruce McAllister

    13/06/2017

    "Kin" by Bruce McAllister

    A young boy contacts an alien assassin in the hopes of saving his sister’s life. "Kin" is part of Bruce McAllister's collection THE GIRL WHO LOVED ANIMALS. Thanks to our presenting sponsor Audible. Start your free trial and get a free audiobook at audible.com/levar

    33 min
  9. "The Appropriation of Cultures" by Percival Everett

    02/04/2024

    "The Appropriation of Cultures" by Percival Everett

    A young Black musician is heckled by a group of white fraternity brothers, asking him to play "Dixie." His response surprises everyone, including himself. This story appears in the collection DAMNED IF I DO, published by Graywolf Press.

    34 min
  10. "Mr. Mendoza's Paintbrush" by Luis Alberto Urrea

    19/03/2024

    "Mr. Mendoza's Paintbrush" by Luis Alberto Urrea

    The self-proclaimed Graffiti King of Mexico brandishes his magical paintbrush, providing commentary on small-town sins. This story appears in the collection THE WATER MUSEUM. Find more from the author at luisurrea.com.     Content advisory: sexism, sexual harassment

    39 min
  11. "What It Means When a Man Falls From the Sky" by Lesley Nneka Arimah

    11/07/2017

    "What It Means When a Man Falls From the Sky" by Lesley Nneka Arimah

    A mathematician has discovered a formula that explains the universe and makes it possible to manipulate human bodies and emotions. "What It Means When a Man Falls From the Sky" is the title story of Lesley Nneka Arimah's collection from Riverhead Books. Thanks to our presenting sponsor Audible. Start your free trial and get a free audiobook at audible.com/levar.

    45 min
  12. "Empty Places" Part Two by Richard Parks

    04/07/2017

    "Empty Places" Part Two by Richard Parks

    In the conclusion to our story, Jayn risks death when he infiltrates the queen’s chambers, and discovers the real reason for his mission. "Empty Places" was collected in FANTASY: THE BEST OF THE YEAR (2005). Thanks to our presenting sponsor Audible. Start your free trial and get a free audiobook at audible.com/levar.

    33 min
  13. "1000-Year-Old Ghosts" by Laura Chow Reeve

    15/08/2017

    "1000-Year-Old Ghosts" by Laura Chow Reeve

    A grandmother teaches her family to deal with difficult memories in a unique way -- by pickling them in jars. "1000-Year-Old Ghosts" appears in the new anthology PEN AMERICA BEST DEBUT SHORT STORIES 2017. Thanks to our presenting sponsor Audible. Start your free trial and get a free audiobook at audible.com/levar.

    32 min
  14. "The Paper Menagerie" by Ken Liu

    29/08/2017

    "The Paper Menagerie" by Ken Liu

    An immigrant mother tries to bond with her American-born son by creating a magical paper menagerie. This story appears in Ken Liu's collection THE PAPER MENAGERIE AND OTHER STORIES, available now from Saga Press. Thanks to our presenting sponsor Audible. Start your free trial and get a free audiobook at audible.com/levar.

    50 min
  15. Immersive Remix: "The Takeback Tango" by Rebecca Roanhorse

    21/11/2023 · CONTENIDO EXTRA

    Immersive Remix: "The Takeback Tango" by Rebecca Roanhorse

    A teenage thief embarks on a mission to reclaim her people's sacred treasures. First published in A UNIVERSE OF WISHES in 2020 in the United States by Crown Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Random House Children’s Books, a division of Penguin Random House, LLC, New York. Find more from Rebecca at www.rebeccaroanhorse.com.

    42 min
  16. "The World Wasn't Ready for You" by Justin C. Key

    12/03/2024

    "The World Wasn't Ready for You" by Justin C. Key

    An exploration of the depth of a father's love, and his attempts to keep his son happy, healthy and safe in a world rife with racism and violence. This story appears in Justin C. Key's collection THE WORLD WASN'T READY FOR YOU.   Content advisory: death, police brutality

    58 min
  17. "Sin Eater" by Ian R. MacLeod

    31/10/2023

    "Sin Eater" by Ian R. MacLeod

    A robot "sin eater" is called to perform a vital service for the last human on earth. This story appears in the author's collection, entitled RAGGED MAPS. Content advisory: violence, death

    54 min
  18. "Three Roses" by Karmen Špiljak

    05/12/2023

    "Three Roses" by Karmen Špiljak

    A mysterious pub draws in lost souls on Christmas Eve. This story appears in the author's collection ADD CYANIDE TO TASTE: A COLLECTION OF DARK TALES WITH CULINARY TWISTS.

    44 min
  19. "The Clockmaker and His Daughter" by Tobi Ogundiran

    17/10/2023

    "The Clockmaker and His Daughter" by Tobi Ogundiran

    A story about the bond between father and daughter, cities both big and small, clocks, trees, and hope in a society designed to squash all hope. Find more from the author at www.tobiogundiran.com. Content advisory: violence, death

    45 min
  20. Negotiation is a super important skill

    28/07/2020

    Negotiation is a super important skill

    This week, we’re learning how to get what you want through negotiation. It’s about empowering kids — and hopefully avoiding big, nasty arguments — by employing new skills like active listening and compromise. We’ll use those skills to help our friend Ruby, who wants her parents to get her a new smartphone. Plus, we’ve got some great knock-knock jokes, and LeVar Burton tells us whom he wants to see on U.S. currency. Send us your questions about money along with your money designs to marketplace.org/million!

    21 min
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