The American theatrical producer, director, and creator of Shakespeare in the Park shares some of his background and theories while visiting from New York.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

The New York Knicks basketball player (and future U.S. Senator) offers a thoughtful and unique perspective on his NBA career in the book, Life on the Run.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

The journalist and historian joins Studs for a discussion about the first installment of his memoir, Twentieth Century Journey, which weaves his personal history into the great historical events of the world around him. Includes a clip of the lawyer and politician William Jennings Bryan.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

The British poet takes on the 1981 World Series of Poker in Las Vegas as the setting for his book, The Biggest Game in Town. He and Studs talk about the many people that inhabit Las Vegas at any given time - the tourists, the gamblers, the professional poker players, and everyone else.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

The journalist and writer discusses Heartburn, her first novel, which, according to Terkel, is best read out loud. He and Ephron take turns readings their favorite passages and analyzing the characters. The novel was later made into a film of the same name starring Meryl Streep and Jack Nicholson.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

The American writer and movie producer discusses the inspiration and story behind the film Heartland, and how pioneering and homesteading changed the American family.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

The two actors discuss Neil Simon's The Sunshine Boys, which Studs describes as a marvelous piece of theater. Some clips of the vaudeville comedy duo Smith and Dale are played.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

The sports journalist, perhaps best known for The Boys of Summer, his book about the Brooklyn Dodgers, joins to Studs to talk about his latest, A Season in the Sun.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations