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Name Change
Originally aired 03.07.1997
Stories of people changing their name — some to create a new identity, some to con people. Name changes are particularly American stories: they're the dream of starting over with a clean slate. They're Ellis Island and 12-step programs, the move westward and self help, Marilyn Monroe and Malcolm X and the Artist Formerly Known as Prince, all rolled up in one.
Prologue.
Ira Glass's grandmother.Act One. The Procedure.
A story by Margy Rochlin.Act Two. Baby Remember My Name.
A 17 year old tricks an entire resort town into believing he is someone he is not. By Jack Hitt and Christopher Cerf.Act Three. As Seen On Tv.
Dishwasher Pete on Letterman.Act Four. Nom De Plume, Nom De Guerre.
How a guy named Tom became Camden Joy — and what he gained and what he lost. With Sarah Vowell.
