What this musician’s identity crisis teaches us about navigating change
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What this musician’s identity crisis teaches us about navigating change

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Since childhood, Joshua Roman's life revolved around the cello. But when long COVID forced him to set his cello aside, he had to rethink his approach to life, faith and music. Original broadcast date: September 26, 2025. Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. This show’s perks include sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences. NPR Privacy Policy

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This week on the NPR Politics podcast, the Republican midterm convention was basically a two-night MAGA infomercial. He has told voters, I want you to pretend, please, that I'm on the ballot. Just come out and vote and show up for it.

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We break down President Trump's midterm strategy, including that $5,000 promise. This week on the NPR Politics podcast. This is the Ted Radio Hour. Each week, groundbreaking TED Talks.

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