Fresh Air, Astrid Kirchherr, January 15, 2008

This edition of Fresh Air features insights from German photographer Astrid Kirchherr, who captured some of the earliest images of the Beatles before their fame, as well as rock historian Ed Ward discussing the rise and fall of Vee-Jay Records, a prominent mid-century American label now celebrated in a new box set. Additionally, linguist Geoff Nunberg explores the use of the word “change” in contemporary electoral rhetoric. The episode offers a diverse look at music history, photography, and language in politics.