Delve deep into the ever-changing cultural landscape with novelist and co-founder of legendary "Spy" magazine, Kurt Andersen. Studio 360 is public radio's smart and surprising guide to what's happening in pop culture and the arts. Each week, Andersen introduces you to the people who are creating and shaping our culture. Life is busy — so let Studio 360 give you new and different ideas for a movie this weekend, the next book for your nightstand, or the song that will change your life. Studio 360 also gives listeners a chance to get their creative juices flowing with regular listener challenges. Produced by PRI.

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Tinmel — Morocco’s medieval shrine and mosque — is one of the historic casualties of the earthquake

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A new book explores Taiwan's culinary identity

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Reparations for Japanese Canadians imprisoned during World War II viewed by many as too little, too late

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Spain all-boys choir finds a new tune and admits girls

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Saturday Night Live's newest cast member is so young he can't even drink at the after-show party

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Was Van Gogh's 'Starry Night' inspired by a scientific drawing?

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