Mark Katz tells Jim Fleming what a presidential joke writer does, how his team managed to get through the Lewinsky affair and what taught Bill Clinton the value of self-deprecating humor.
Intelligent. Optimistic. Curious.
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Sometimes when musicians break the mold, they end up creating new genres. Richard Hell didn't study music as a kid, but he loved how rock and roll let him experiment with self-expression.
The French satirical magazine, Charlie Hebdo, was presented with a Freedom on Expression award from the PEN American Center this week. Six high-profile writers boycotted the awards ceremony at PEN's big annual gala. Hundreds more protested, while others gave the magazine's editors a standing ovation. The chariman of the PEN World Voices Festival is Colm Toibin, the celebrated Irish novelist. Toibin shares his thoughs on the controversy.
John Hodgeman has written an almanac called "The Areas of My Expertise." It's comprised entirely of fake facts.
Jon Stewart gives Steve Paulson his take on the 2004 Presidential Election Campaign, and gives good reasons why people should vote for George Bush and for John Kerry.
Mike Greenberg is a self-described metrosexual who cares a lot about his appearance and lifestyle.
Karen Armstrong talks with Anne Strainchamps about her tangled path back to God after leaving the convent.
We explore the fine art of creative collaboration and start with the music of John Lennon and Paul McCartney.
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