Michael Ruhlman is the author of “Wooden Boats: In Pursuit of the Perfect Craft at an American Boatyard.” He says that wooden boats are alive and have souls.
Intelligent. Optimistic. Curious.
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Jonathan Lethem talks about his role as a novelist, which he explores in his new book, "The Ecstasy of Influence: Nonfictions, etc."
Novelist Nicholson Baker tells Anne Strainchamps that e-readers have some advantages over the printed book, but the Kindle isn't his favorite.
Robbie Fulks talks to Doug Gordon about his latest album, "Georgia Hard," and his former identity as a staff songwriter for a Nashville music publisher.
John Scalzi came through our studios in May when his collection "The Human Division" was just out. Jim's a huge fan. He got to sit down for this EXTENDED conversation with Scalzi.
It's flu season. While you stock up on vitamin C, zinc and herbal tea, you might also want to pick up a copy of historian Erika Janik’s brand new book, “Marketplace of the Marvelous -- The Strange Origins of Modern Medicine.”
Poet Molly Peacock talks with Steve Paulson about the emotional impact of colors. Peacock recites a few poems.
These days it doesn't matter whether you are a conservative or a liberal, if you are looking for inspiration you look to Ronald Reagan.
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