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.
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Chris Ware
Act One
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. (17 minutes)
Act Three
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. (13 minutes)
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