In the 55 years since his death, the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. is often quoted and revered, an icon. But in the new book “King: A Life,” author Jonathan Eig draws King as “a man, not a saint, not a symbol” — delivering far more nuance than history has allowed.
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A Chicago author tackles the complex life of Muhammad Ali in a new biography with some fascinating revelations.
Chicago journalist Jonathan Eig talks about his new book, “The Birth of the Pill,” and the history of the development of the birth control pill.
Sixty-six years ago this week, Jackie Robinson made his historic debut in the major leagues. Two former Negro League players, and Jackie Robinson biographer Jonathan Eig, reflect on Robinson's legacy and accomplishments.
Joel Weisman and his panel of journalists discuss the week's top headlines.
Springtime is here, and that means it's baseball season! A new website for Chicago sports launches next week and one of the founders joins us with the details.