Thinking a person is special and trusting that person and committing yourself to that person are two steps for real love, as covered in Dr. Willard Gaylin's book, "Rediscovering Love". One can not go through life in an armored car but rather Gaylin talks about taking risks. One of Gaylin's last points, if you find yourself in a loveless life, to compensate, give love away.

The comedic creative force of Lily Tomlin and comedy writer Jane Wagner discuss the character of Edith Ann as well as the bag lady, Trudy, upon the release of their book "Edith Ann: My Life So Far".* Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations. 

Anna Deavere Smith discusses and demonstrates her unique character portrayals from her works "Fires in the Mirror" and "Twilight: Los Angeles, 1992."