In 1988, a determined Bob Boilen started showing up on NPR's doorstep every day, looking for a way to contribute his skills in music and broadcasting to the network. His persistence paid off, and within a few weeks he was hired, on a temporary basis, to work for All Things Considered. Less than a year later, Boilen was directing the show and continued to do so for the next 18 years.
Red Lobster is in hot water. The chain has filed for bankruptcy after a series of missteps by a parade of executives — including an ill-fated promotion for all-you-can-eat-shrimp.
Singing lessons can be too expensive for some kids, but a nonprofit called Art Smart provides free lessons and mentoring to young singers in Philadelphia and other cities.
About 40% of caregivers are men. Of those men, 30% are black and face special challenges not addressed by existing supports for caregivers. A professor who studies this issue is a caregiver himself.