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James Nicholson, the top official at the Department of Veterans Affairs, says he will leave his post by Oct. 1. Under Nicholson, the agency was criticized for being unprepared to care for veterans of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.

The Jazz Night In America producer shares her favorite albums and songs of 2021.

Melissa Block and food writer Mark Bittman visit a farmer's market, and return with ingredients for a springtime meal that features an unusual use for beets.

It'd be hard to top the craftsmanship that went into the songs on Southeastern, but Isbell thinks he's done it.

Suggestions for pairing wine and classical music from one of Chicago's top sommeliers — a former professional percussionist.

Lars Gotrich highlights the year in Swiss gondola recordings, progressive metal and dramatic drone.

The legendary jazz pianist has produced chart-topping and award-winning albums throughout his career. His latest album is an ambitious combination of film and music, full of exciting collaborations. Hear songs from the new album performed live in the WXPN studios of Philadelphia.

Forget "Monster Mash" — this Halloween, All Songs Considered puts aside kitschy tales of ghosts and goblins to focus on music that is truly, deeply terrifying.

WRTI editorial director Nate Chinen shares his favorite albums and songs of 2022.

The NPR classical music critic shares his favorite albums and songs of 2022.