Discussing the book "Homestead: The Glory and Tragedy of an American Steel Town" (published by Times Books) with the author, journalist William Serrin.

"Table Money," is Jimmy Breslin's novel about Owney and Dolores Morrison and their relationships with one another, with God, with the union job in Queens and with the local tavern.

Discussing the book "Damon Runyan," (published by Ticknor & Fields) with the author Jimmy Breslin.

Interviewing author and journalist Jimmy Breslin.

Garry Wills, writer and historian, discusses his book "John Wayne's America: The Politics of Celebrity." He explores the popularity of John Wayne that took him from an actor and made him into an American symbol. He explores how the symbol of John Wayne is used by white male politicians to influence their decisions and how that affected the Vietnam War. Wills gives a biography of John Wayne, including the many influential people in his life such as his working partner, John Ford.

Carl Bernstein's parents had always hoped that government would be used to better the lives of the American people. Bernstein's book, "Loyalties: A Son's Memoir," happened as a result of his parents being accused of being disloyal and of being communists. The book also covers Bernstein's relationship with his father.