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What Mr. Walz's former students have to say about the Democratic VP nominee

Before Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz ever served in public office, he was a high school teacher and assistant football coach. Those who knew him then, and who stayed in touch, told NPR what they learned.

See a loopy landlady in a caftan? Mrs. Roper may be romping through your town

Hundreds of costumed "Helens" are cheerfully invading bars across the country in honor of Helen Roper, from the 1970s sitcom Three's Company.

Tom Perrotta's 'Mrs. Fletcher' Shares 'Post-Parental' Reflections From An Empty Nest

Perrotta's most recent novel was inspired by the upheaval he experienced when his kids grew up and moved out of the house. Originally broadcast July 31, 2017.

Michael Scott Moore was captured by pirates after traveling to Somalia to write a book about the history of piracy in the Horn of Africa.

Fresh Air Weekend: Captured By Somali Pirates; Actor Tony Shalhoub On 'Mrs. Maisel'

Journalist Michael Scott Moore recounts his time in captivity in Somalia. David Bianculli says Better Call Saulis "delightful" in its fourth season. Shalhoub says he questions his worth as an actor.