Jean Lipman-Blumen discusses her book, “The Connective Edge.” She begins by explaining how technology and nuclear weapons have changed the way people look at leadership. She talks about how building temporary coalitions with others can be an...
Monk, Thelonious - Influence - Fiction; Single women - Fiction; Conduct of life - Fiction
Paul Mandelbaum discusses his book, “Adriane on the Edge.” He begins by explaining that this book is a sequel to his 2004 novel, “Garrett in Wedlock.” He talks about how he draws heavily on stories that his friends have told him, and...
Stand-up comedy - United States - History - 20th century
Richard Zoglin discusses his book, “Comedy at the Edge.” He begins by talking about famous stand-up comedians from the 1970s such as George Carlin, Lenny Bruce, Johnny Carson, and Richard Pryor. He describes stand-up as a good outlet for...