Jan 28, 2026
Today’s episode celebrates a woman who refused to behave—and changed American culture because of it.
My guest is Carla Kaplan, Davis Distinguished Professor of American Literature at Northeastern University and author of Troublemaker: The Fierce, Unruly Life of Jessica Mitford. In this rich and revelatory biography,...
Jan 27, 2026
Today’s conversation explores one of the darkest and least examined chapters of modern history—and why it still matters.
My guest is Susanne Antonetta, author of The Devil’s Castle: Nazi Eugenics, Euthanasia, and How Psychiatry’s Troubled History Reverberates. In this powerful and deeply researched book, Susan...
Jan 23, 2026
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Allen Saxon, a veteran general surgeon and now debut novelist, to discuss his new book Training in Charity. Drawing from decades of surgical experience, Dr. Saxon offers a rare glimpse into the world of medical training — not just the technical rigor, but also the emotional,...
Jan 22, 2026
Today’s guest is Chester L. Richards — a retired rocket scientist, inventor, author, and co-writer of one of Star Trek’s most iconic episodes, “The Tholian Web.”
Chester’s life has unfolded at the crossroads of imagination and engineering. From working on advanced aerospace projects to helping bring bold...
Jan 21, 2026
Today’s guest is Leokadia George, a mental health therapist, Wolf Center volunteer, and the author of the children’s book Trumpet Becomes a Mom.
Blending her love for wildlife with her professional understanding of emotional development, Leokadia has created a story that gently introduces young readers to themes of...