247: What Is This Thing? Sept. 19, 2003 Act Three: A Love Story Sarah Vowell tells "The Greatest Love Story of the 20th Century," Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash.
239: Lost in America June 6, 2003 Act Two: Teacher Hit Me With A Ruler Sarah Vowell tells the lost story behind a patriotic song, "The Battle Hymn of the Republic." An early version of the song celebrated an American terrorist. She's accompanied by Jon Langford and the band.