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Actor/Comedian Investigates Aftermath of Hurricane Katrina

A new documentary opens in Detroit this weekend made by someone known for appearing in fake documentaries. Actor and comedian Harry Shearer’s new project is called “The Big Uneasy” and investigates how New Orleans flooded following Hurricane Katrina. WDET’s Rob St. Mary spoke to Shearer by phone yesterday.

(click the audio link above to hear the interview)