Fridays with Red: A Radio Friendship

Radio host Bob Edwards tells of his 12 years with sportscaster Red Barber on National Public Radio's (NPR) "Morning Edition." Barber's commentaries on Fridays at 7:35 A.M. wove together tales from sports events past, his views of the current athletic scene, biblical allegories, historical references, and the latest goings-on among the flora and fauna of his garden. Those commentaries became one of NPR's best-loved features, and Barber became a grandfather figure for his listeners, dispensing wisdom and advice along with the anecdotes and reminisces. Through the years, their friendship grew and bloomed in full aural view of an appreciative audience. Photos.Edwards, Bob is the author of 'Fridays with Red: A Radio Friendship' with ISBN 9780671500528 and ISBN 067150052X.