New Kids On The Block | Celebrating 40 Years [ft. Selena Fragassi, author "New Kids on the Block 40th Anniversary Celebration"

Ana is joined by Selena Fragassi, music journalist and author of the new book: New Kids on the Block 40th Anniversary Celebration.

Ana and Selena go through the history of the New Kids, from their humble beginnings in Boston, to how they've evolved as one of the most profitable and successful legacy bands in music with the backing of one of the most passionate fanbases: the Blockheads.

• Buy "New Kids on the Block 40th Anniversary Celebration" on Amazon

During the episode we briefly touch upon Boston's desegregation program and busing crisis. Here are a couple of resources for more information:

• The Busing Battleground: The Decades-Long Road to School Desegregation (PBS)
• Nearly 50 years after the Boston busing crisis, a new initiative examines its history and legacy (WBUR)