Edge of Fame

We want to share a first listen of a new podcast we're working on at WBUR. Violation tells the story of two families bound together by an unthinkable crime. It explores America's opaque parole system and asks: How much time in prison is enough? Who gets to decide? And, when someone commits a terrible crime, what does redemption look like?  Listen to the trailer and if you like what you hear, head over to the Violation feed wherever you get your podcasts and hit subscribe so you'll get new episodes when they drop, beginning March 22.

We thought Edge of Fame Listeners would love this sample of what the fine folks at WBUR's Endless Thread are up to this season. They're rolling out a whole season of deep dives on the little known backstories of the internet's most classic memes -- including the infamous Rick Roll. Remember that ol' bait and switch from Web 2.0? We hope you'll listen to hear about the meme's origin, enduring legacy and its impact on the gentle ginger behind "Never Gonna Give You Up," Rick Astley himself.

A special live episode. Is it really only about drugs, sex and rock n roll? The #MeToo movement has brought about a reckoning across fields—movies, television, media, tech, academia, finance, even the restaurant industry. Why is the music industry so behind?

Special Report: Tim and JonJelyn Savage say their now-22-year-old daughter, Joycelyn, is being held captive by music superstar R. Kelly. Geoff Edgers spent five months investigating how such a talented, successful artist could go so wrong, dogged by such horrific accusations. In this episode we spend time with the Savages, one Atlanta family at the center of the latest wave of allegations.

Season Finale. David Letterman reflects on the "late night wars" with Jay Leno, the new beard, and his comedy heroes. But Letterman's favorite thing? Being a dad to his son, Harry.