Remembering Action Hero Chuck Norris

This episode of Fresh Air features two interviews and two reviews. The first interview is a re-airing of a 1988 conversation with Chuck Norris, focusing on his transition from martial arts champion to action film star. Norris discusses his early career, fight choreography with Bruce Lee, and the challenges of breaking into Hollywood. He also shares insights on performing stunts and his approach to portraying masculinity on screen. The second interview is a re-airing of a 1990 conversation with Augie Meyers of the Texas Tornadoes, focusing on his unique sound and career. The episode also includes reviews of "The Madison" and "Marshals" and the film "Miroir No. 3".

Outlines

Part 1: Action Icon: The Life and Career of Chuck Norris

Part 2: Television Review: Taylor Sheridan’s New Series

Part 3: Musical Legacy: Augie Meyers and the Tex-Mex Sound

Part 4: Cinema Review: Christian Petzold’s "Miroir No. 3"

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Fresh Air

Part 1: Action Icon: The Life and Career of Chuck Norris

Remembering Chuck Norris: From Karate Champion to Action Film Icon

Chuck Norris on Kung Fu Films, Acting, and Steve McQueen's Advice

Chuck Norris on Stunts, Balancing Acts, and Realism in Fight Scenes

Breaking the Pain Barrier: Chuck Norris on Injuries and Physical Challenges

Chuck Norris on Violence, Provocation, and American Views of Maleness

Remembering Chuck Norris and Previewing Taylor Sheridan's Yellowstone Sequels

Part 2: Television Review: Taylor Sheridan’s New Series

Review of Taylor Sheridan's "The Madison": Legacy, Relationships, and Female Focus

"Marshals" vs. "The Madison": A Critique of Sheridan's Yellowstone Sequels

Part 3: Musical Legacy: Augie Meyers and the Tex-Mex Sound

Remembering Augie Meyers: Tex-Mex Pioneer and Vox Organ Innovator

Augie Meyers on the Vox Organ, Polio, and Early Musical Influences

Augie Meyers on Meeting Doug Sahm and the British Invasion Hoax

Augie Meyers on "Hey Baby Que Paso" and Overcoming Radio Barriers

Part 4: Cinema Review: Christian Petzold’s "Miroir No. 3"

Review of "Miroir No. 3": Christian Petzold's Haunting Exploration of Loss

"Miroir No. 3" as a Reflection of Love, Loss, and Second Chances

Remembering Action Hero Chuck Norris

Fresh Air

Part 1: Action Icon: The Life and Career of Chuck Norris

00:00Remembering Chuck Norris: From Karate Champion to Action Film Icon

Remembering Chuck Norris: From Karate Champion to Action Film Icon

01:30Chuck Norris on Kung Fu Films, Acting, and Steve McQueen's Advice

Chuck Norris on Kung Fu Films, Acting, and Steve McQueen's Advice

07:41Chuck Norris on Stunts, Balancing Acts, and Realism in Fight Scenes

Chuck Norris on Stunts, Balancing Acts, and Realism in Fight Scenes

11:55Breaking the Pain Barrier: Chuck Norris on Injuries and Physical Challenges

Breaking the Pain Barrier: Chuck Norris on Injuries and Physical Challenges

15:50Chuck Norris on Violence, Provocation, and American Views of Maleness

Chuck Norris on Violence, Provocation, and American Views of Maleness

20:46Remembering Chuck Norris and Previewing Taylor Sheridan's Yellowstone Sequels

Remembering Chuck Norris and Previewing Taylor Sheridan's Yellowstone Sequels

Part 2: Television Review: Taylor Sheridan’s New Series

22:16Review of Taylor Sheridan's "The Madison": Legacy, Relationships, and Female Focus

Review of Taylor Sheridan's "The Madison": Legacy, Relationships, and Female Focus

26:00"Marshals" vs. "The Madison": A Critique of Sheridan's Yellowstone Sequels

"Marshals" vs. "The Madison": A Critique of Sheridan's Yellowstone Sequels

Part 3: Musical Legacy: Augie Meyers and the Tex-Mex Sound

28:28Remembering Augie Meyers: Tex-Mex Pioneer and Vox Organ Innovator

Remembering Augie Meyers: Tex-Mex Pioneer and Vox Organ Innovator

31:28Augie Meyers on the Vox Organ, Polio, and Early Musical Influences

Augie Meyers on the Vox Organ, Polio, and Early Musical Influences

35:56Augie Meyers on Meeting Doug Sahm and the British Invasion Hoax

Augie Meyers on Meeting Doug Sahm and the British Invasion Hoax

38:42Augie Meyers on "Hey Baby Que Paso" and Overcoming Radio Barriers

Augie Meyers on "Hey Baby Que Paso" and Overcoming Radio Barriers

Part 4: Cinema Review: Christian Petzold’s "Miroir No. 3"

40:34Review of "Miroir No. 3": Christian Petzold's Haunting Exploration of Loss

Review of "Miroir No. 3": Christian Petzold's Haunting Exploration of Loss

46:16"Miroir No. 3" as a Reflection of Love, Loss, and Second Chances

"Miroir No. 3" as a Reflection of Love, Loss, and Second Chances