Visual arts and literature are covered in Jane B. Katz's book, This Song Remembers: Self-Portraits of the Native Americans in the Arts. When talking to artists, Katz learns that they aren't just capturing their past, but that they're keeping their cultures alive for future generations.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

The author and photographer discusses companionship, intimacy, friendship, and love among the abled and disabled, as further described in his book, Incurably Romantic.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations   

Discussing the book "Eisenstaedt: Remembrances," with the author Alfred Eisenstaedt. A renowned photojournalist, Eisenstaedt was one of the first staff photographers for LIFE magazine when it debuted in 1936.

In his book, "Sight and Insight," Alexander Eliot talks about having spent time in Spain and reflecting upon the masterpieces of art that he has studied and researched throughout his life. Eliot spoke of people being able to use their imagination and their mind's eye to fill in a piece of artwork if something were missing from it. Eliot explained, with one's insight, comes sight.

Stage director Alan Schneider talks about his work with playwrights, Samuel Beckett and Edward Albee. Plays include "Waiting for Godot," "A Delicate Balance," and "Whose Afraid of Virginia Woolf?"

Akumal Ramachander discusses the film “The Painter and the Pest” by documentary filmmaker Salman Rushdie. The film details Ramachander's quest to introduce the art world to the talent and works of unknown, abstract expressionist painter Harold Shapinsky.

Abram Loft discusses his career, his book "Violin and Keyboard", art, and music education. Includes Abram Loft reading a passage from his book "Violin and Keyboard". Includes Abram Loft reading excerpts from newspapers.

American artist Abraham Rattner talks about his early influences, his inspiration, and what his work means to him.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

The American photographer discusses her latest collection, The Nomads of the Niger, a photographic celebration of the nomadic Wodaabe people.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

The Czech-born Austrian pianist, painter, poet, and essayist joins Studs to talk about his multi-faceted career.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations