Nothing makes sense when these things happen. (more)

Ruth Ellis lived to be over 100 years old. She realized in her teens that she was gay but she didn't talk much about it then. (more)

Here's a radio explanation of the Radio Ephemera ShortDocs Challenge, including descriptions from Rick and Megan Prelinger, of the books selected for the project. (more)

A Canadian filmmaker who lost his eye replaces his prosthetic with a bionic camera-eye so he can shoot documentary video from his pupil. (more)

This hour: melodies from the world around us.*Note: due to rights issues, not all pieces in this show can be streamed on our website.  (more)

This piece explores what happens when trailers want to stay put, but condos travel -- removing Austin residents and their beloved trees. (more)

Yeah, they're handy, but cell phones sure are annoying. (more)

What does an entire city block sound like? (more)

Here's a rumination on the ethics of pest killing and attempts at avoidance of the graphic nature thereof. (more)

I Didn't Know That is a sonic exploration of state-controlled "truths," created almost entirely from appropriated public domain educational and military-training films. (more)

A short tale of youth and nostalgia, bringing back past memories of the notorious nerve racking bike bell that we loved -- and mom hated! (more)

In South Africa more than five million people are living with HIV/AIDS, including a young woman named Thembi Ngubane. (more)

Shalt thou dispute With Him the points of liberty? (Milton) (more)

When mothers suffer from mental or physical illnesses, their eldest children often take on responsibilities far beyond their years. (more)

Up a tree. Circling a mountain. Hitchhiking down a dusty road. (more)

This hour: From the highest fresh water lake in the world to one of the lowest spots on the bowery, we bring you stories of nomadic cultures, peoples and spirits. (more)

The Third Coast Festival Lifetime Achievement Award (now the Audio Luminary Award) is presented annually to an individual who is greatly admired for his or her significant and ongoing contributions to the field of radio. Hats off to the 2003 recipient, Joe Frank. (more)

Announcing the winners of this year's Third Coast / Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Competition! (more)

An old man fights his demons for 30 years. (more)

A man who would later become a priest describes the day of his conversion. (more)