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Samantha Balaban

Senior Producer, Weekend Edition

A new cookbook pays tribute to two New Orleans staples — 'Rhythm & Roux'

A new cookbook pays tribute to two New Orleans staples — 'Rhythm & Roux'

Debbie Elliott, Eleana Tworek, Samantha Balaban | Sep 20, 2026, 11:00 AM UTC
At Bayou Bar, music and food go hand in hand. Which is why a new cookbook from chef Brian Landry and bandleader Peter Harris has recipes from the menu and stories from the musicians who play there.
In New Orleans, an empty building becomes a free store — and roller skating rinkIn New Orleans, an empty building becomes a free store — and roller skating rink
Debbie Elliott, Eleana Tworek, Samantha Balaban | Sep 20, 2026, 11:00 AM UTC
40 years later, 'The Baby-Sitters Club' is still helping readers see themselves40 years later, 'The Baby-Sitters Club' is still helping readers see themselves
Barrie Hardymon, Samantha Balaban | Sep 5, 2026, 11:00 AM UTC
Judy Blume says she's done writing: '50 years is enough!'Judy Blume says she's done writing: '50 years is enough!'
Scott Simon, Samantha Balaban | Jun 20, 2026, 11:00 AM UTC