(Interview done by DCist contributor Amadie Hart)

Many fans mourned when the venerable Bob Edwards was demoted from his long-running National Public Radio gig as the host of “Morning Edition.” But never fear — the voice that drew so many listeners has been hosting his own show on XM radio since October. He sits down with DCist to talk about his satellite radio experience and his book, “Edward R. Murrow and the Birth of Broadcast Journalism.”

VITALS
Age: 57
Hometown: Louisville, Ky.
How long have you lived in Washington: 34 years
Where do you currently live: Arlington, Va.
Occupation: Host of “The Bob Edwards Show” on XM Satellite Radio

What initially brought you to the D.C. area?

I came to Washington in August 1971 to go to graduate school at American University.

You started your career at NPR as co-host of “All Things Considered,” and then moved over to “Morning Edition” for its 1979 launch. What was it like building a show from the ground up?

The positive side of the “Morning Edition” start-up was having supportive member stations to help promote the new program. The down side was the fight “Morning Edition” had with other NPR programs for precious human and other limited resources within NPR.

Who were some of your most memorable interviews during your time with Morning Edition and why?

There were some D-Day veterans whose courage overcame seemingly impossible odds. I loved any interview in which I learned something–and that happened everyday.

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