Studs Terkel with Dave Marsh, [videorecording], 1989 Nov. 16.

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Studs Terkel with Dave Marsh, [videorecording], 1989 Nov. 16.

Raw footage of Terkel with music critic Dave Marsh on WFMT, who was promoting his new book "The Heart of Rock & Soul: the 1001 Greatest Singles ever made." Terkel plays clips from Marsh's list, while Marsh explains their deep connections to society and culture. Note: while music plays, their dialogue is inaudible.

3 videocassettes (ca. 60 min.)

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