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This American Life

Narrative Journalism · WBEZ Chicago / Public Radio
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Excellent (A) — Resonance Grade

This American Life is the category-defining narrative journalism program. Multi-decade Ira Glass continuity (since 1995). Pulitzer Prize 2020 (first-ever audio-journalism Pulitzer). Cultural foundation of modern narrative audio.

93
Composite / 100
/ Subscore Breakdown · 5 Dimensions

Where this grade comes from.

Sonic Craft
A
Narrative Strength
A
Voice Performance
A
Production Value
A
Cultural Resonance
A
/ Key Events & Disclosures

Timeline & positioning.

  • Launched 1995
  • Pulitzer Prize 2020
  • 30-year Ira Glass continuity
  • Foundational narrative journalism

/ Best for

The reference narrative journalism program. Foundational text for the category.

/ Watch out for

Weekly episode format; verify your listening schedule alignment.