Norman Corwin CBC Radio 9 January 2000
Read by Michael Enright
In this captivating interview, Norman Corwin, one of the greatest writers in the English language, is interviewed by Michael Enright on The Sunday Edition. Known as America’s “poet laureate of radio,” Corwin created some of the most powerful and influential programs during the 1930s and 40s.
Corwin was called upon by President Roosevelt to celebrate the Bill of Rights during a tumultuous time in history, as World War II loomed large. His contributions to radio have left an indelible mark on the medium, making this interview a must-listen for anyone interested in the art of storytelling.
This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.
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| January 9, 2000 | 45:30 |
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This is a very nicely done interview with legendary Norman Corwin while reviewing his work for CBS radio. I met Corwin a few years after the date of this interview. This interview ends directing interested listeners to find Corwin material at Lodestone though I believe this is out of date information and interested persons should seek Corwin at the official site www.normancorwin.com where some of his CBS and UN radio material is available. During the post war period when William Paley was under pressure from conservatives, Corwin and Ed Murrow had their wings clipped. Corwin was offered a deal from CBS that both parties knew he couldn't accept. (It involved giving up his rights to his back catalogue to the network). Corwin left to write for UN radio at a reduced salary and then his bio of Van Gogh film *Lust for Life*. During his career he won 2 Peabody's, an Emmy, a Golden Globe, a Dupont-Columbia award and Academy Award nominated for Lust for Life. He taught journalism retiring at age 99.