Dean Olsher has been a broadcaster for more than 30 years, most of which he has spent in public radio. He was an arts and culture correspondent for NPR News as well as the creator and host of The Next Big Thing, a popular national show. Currently he’s a visiting professor at New York University’s Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute.
The Script Disappears
By Emily Botein, Jane Feltes, Dean Olsher & Julie Snyder
You’ve pitched your story; you’ve collected tape; you’ve gone through your edits; you’re ready to track. (more)
Voice With a Capital "V"
By Dean Olsher, Marty Goldensohn, Ben Yagoda & Pamela Z
Most of us use our voices in our work, but finding our "Voice" is an often overlooked part of our creative development. Hear what professionals from a variety of different fields have to say about this elusive aspect of our craft. (more)
Holy Soul
By Matthew Power, Dean Olsher & Emily Botein
Matthew Power first met poet Allen Ginsberg at his cousin's Bar Mitzvah, when he was a 15-year-old aspiring writer. (more)
These Are a Few of Dean Olsher's Favorite Things
By Dean Olsher
Arthur Godfrey had it. So did Bob and Ray. And Ken Nordine has it, too. "It": the magical quality that makes you feel they're talking to you and you alone. (more)
