American cities, American Indians, architecture and archaeology are all apart of Roger G. Kennedy's book, "Hidden Cities: The Discovery and Loss of Ancient North American Civilization." Kennedy explained how we are destroying the past by building new towns and cities and erecting brand new buildings onto some places that were once ancient grounds.

Author John O. Killens discusses his book "Sippi" and talks about the state of race relations in the United States of America.

John O. Killens reads aloud from his book "Sippi."

The relationship between novelist Thomas Wolfe and theater director Aline Bernstein is covered in Carole Klein's book, Aline.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

The writer and publisher discusses his biography of the poet Delmore Schwartz, who found literary fame early in his career but later struggled with loneliness, mental illness, and depression.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations  

The novelist, best known for his works of historical fiction, expresses hope that his book about New York City in the early 20th Century will find its way into the hands of people who don’t normally pick up novels.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

The feminist poet and author reflects on the life of her mother, as described in the memoir, Fatal Flowers: On Sin, Sex, and Suicide in the Deep South.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

Loren Baritz a professor of Intellectual History discusses professional intellectuals as schizophrenics. His main theory being that they have to split themselves; the intellectual in the ivory tower and the Woman/Man, the side that needs to participate in society.

The author of A Great and Glorious Romance joins Studs to discuss her search into her parents' past, including their families' roots in Sweden and Luxembourg.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

Hans Koning discusses his book "Pursuit of a Woman on the Hinge of History: A Novel," published by Brookline Books; reads passages from book.