Three writers discuss themes as varied as consumer electronics, neuroscience and Twitter.
Novelist Russell Banks ponders race, religion, capitalism and nationalism, and how these elements are essential to the American story.
In a new collection of essays, “Me of Little Faith,” comedian Lewis Black has turned his critical eye towards religion.
Bill Bishop on how politics, race, religion, and social values play into the divisions among Americans.
Bob talks to former Poet Laureate Sharon Olds about about her writing, her teaching, and her refusal to dine with First Lady Laura Bush.
The acclaimed bassist and current author joins Bob for a wide ranging conversation and performs some of his best loved songs.
