After discovering her old journals, the author began to chronicle her daily life and the result is her latest book, "The Folded Clock: A Diary." She reads an excerpt from her Independence Day entry.
Cokie Roberts Discusses ‘Dames’ and Decorum
The award-winning journalist talks to Rico and Brendan about her new book, explains why "women are just better," and gives a tip on White House etiquette.
The Mystery Behind Beethoven’s Famous Piece, ‘Für Elise’
The origins of the classic tune, butchered daily by novice pianists everywhere, is a bit of an enigma and may have been created out of heartbreak.
‘Kurt Cobain: Montage of Heck’ Finds Humor in the Darkness
Director Brett Morgen talks to Brendan about his comprehensive documentary, which explores the late rock star's life through the lens of Cobain's own home videos, art and music.
Will the Real Mr. Darcy Please Stand Up?
Sadie Stein, contributing editor at the Paris Review, fills us in on the possible real-life inspiration for the "Pride and Prejudice" heartthrob Mr. Darcy.
Greg Proops Builds the Smartest Guest List in the World
The "Whose Line Is It Anyway?" funnyman releases his book, "The Smartest Book in the World," on May 5. He crafts a guest list for the ultimate cerebral dinner party. Watch your back, Trebek.
Heidi Julavits – ‘To Who(m)’
Author Heidi Julavits gives us an icebreaker fit for a stand up act at a grammar police convention.
Nashville Hot Chicken’s Cayenne Pepper Heat Hits Los Angeles
Nashville Hot chicken isn't a band -- it's a spicy and lightly sweet style of fried chicken that's been slowly rolling out of it's titular birthplace and appearing in cities around the country. This week Los Angeles gets a taste.
Built To Spill – ‘Never Be The Same’
The Idaho-based indie rock band recently released their eighth album "Untethered Moon" on April 21. The group is currently out on a U.S. tour with upcoming dates in Austin, Minneapolis and Chicago. Take a listen to a single off the album, "Never Be The Same."
The DPD List of Insanely Infectious Pop Songs
As promised in this week's episode, Rico and Brendan provide you with a list of pop songs that are a little too easy to remember and very hard to forget.