A vintage Britpop track this week to honor a popular Los Angeles DJ.
Errol Morris on Rumsfeld, McNamara, and Mapping the Truth
For his new documentary, Errol Morris spoke to Donald Rumsfeld about the Iraq war and the former Defense Secretary's personal legacy. He describes it as "One of the most puzzling, frustrating interviews I've ever done."
Advice from Hollywood’s BFF, Actress Judy Greer
Actress Judy Greer has had a prolific career in Hollywood, mainly playing best friends and sidekicks. Her new memoir offers winning insights into the character of a 'character actor.' She stops by to offer some friendly, supportive advice.
Getting Steamed Up Over the Best Milk for Coffee
Most of the latte you buy at a coffee shop is, as the name implies, milk. Serious shops know the importance of sourcing or making dairy and non-dairy milks that are truly worthy of topping your perfectly-pulled espresso.
A Sous Chef, in the Heat of the Moment
Author and chef Michael Gibney has been working in some of the world's most renowned restaurants since age 16. His new book, "Sous Chef: 24 Hours on the Line" takes readers into the fast-paced world behind the kitchen door.
The Many Sides of ‘Amy Schumer’
Comedian Amy Schumer's provocative style of humor has gained her a following, a Comedy Central series, and a stand-up special. She chats with Brendan about finding god in Paul Giamatti, the unique feedback she gets, and the freaks who run public radio.
Fighting for Classic Rock with The War on Drugs
Classic-rock revivalists The War on Drugs have made a major breakthrough with their third record, "Lost in the Dream." The band is currently in the midst of a tour, selling out club after club across North America. Adam Granduciel, the man behind the band, offers up a dinner party playlist.
Former Friends Fighting for (North) Pole Position
In 1909, former friends Robert Peary and Frederick Cook became bitter rivals over competing claims to have lead the first expedition to reach the North Pole.
‘Waldo’s Stripes’ – Judy Greer
A joke regarding the sartorial selections of an iconic character of Western literature. You know... Waldo. Of "Where's Waldo."
A Citizen Citation – from a Little Citizen
John Spong, senior editor of Texas Monthly (previously a lawyer and possible outlaw) shares the story of Annie James, a Texas teen who caught a police car parked illegally and issued her own ticket.