Saying Goodbye To The Kojo Nnamdi Show
On this last episode, we look back on 23 years of joyous, difficult and always informative conversation.
Best known for poignant and pointed folk songs, Woody Guthrie was much more than a musician. His daughter Nora, executive director of the Woody Guthrie Archives, and folksingers Tom Paxton and Cathy Fink join guest host Frank Stasio to discuss the breadth and depth of his contribution to American culture and to share some of his songs.
Guests
- Cathy Fink Singer-songwriter
- Tom Paxton Singer-songwriter
- Nora Guthrie Director of the Woody Guthrie Foundation and Archives; President, Woody Guthrie Publications
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