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Sesame Street 40th, Loung Ung and Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros

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Today Eric Wellman talks with some of the furry stars of PBS Kids Sesame Street celebrating it's 40th anniversary. And Dee Perry shares her conversation with local writer Loung Ung who tells the story of Lucky Child: A Daughter of Cambodia Reunites with the Sister She Left Behind prior to her speaking engagement for the Cleveland Public Library's Writers and Readers Series. Plus, we introduce you to the musical merry makers - Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros prior to their performance for the Kent State Folk Festival.

Dave DeOreo is coordinating producer for Ideastream Public Media’s arts and culture team.