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.
Quil Lawrence, Middle East correspondent for the 'The World' and the BBC spent 10 years reporting in Kurdistan -- his new book looks at the history of Iraqi Kurds.
The author and social commentator evaluates the candidacy of Barack Obama and the fate of Black America.
Writer Tobias Wolff talks about his latest short story collection, and actor Stephen Root talks about 'Leatherheads.'
The Pulitzer Prize-winning author talks about his new book about the origins of Osama bin Laden.
Author Susan Jacoby talks about anti-intellectualism and singer David Wilcox plays selections from his new CD.
Bob talks to climbers Erik Weihenmayer and Sabriye Tenberken, 'Rolling Stones' Anthony DeCurtis, and essayist Laura Boswell.