The noted author of such works as "Pattern Recognition" and "Neuromancer" discusses his work and career in this 42-minute interview with Richard Wolinsky. Recorded Feburary 4, 2003.
JEFFREY EUGENIDES
The author of the well-reviewed recent novel "Midddlesex" and "The Virgin Suicides" discusses his craft, and the relationship between his history and the characters in his novel in this fascinating 28-minute interview in mp3 format, hosted by Richard Wolinsky. Recorded October 24, 2002.
The author continues his discussion of "Middlesex" and offers his opinion on Post-Modern Fiction and other literary trends.
DON DE LILLO
The noted author of such novels as "White Noise" and "Underworld" discusses his latest book, "Cosmopolis" as well as various themes that recur in his novels in this 28-minute interview with host Richard Wolinsky. Recorded April 2, 2003.
ERIK LARSON
The author of the best-selling book about the 1893 Chicago Worlds Fair and the serial killer who preyed on its visitors discusses the fair, the city of Chicago, and life in the 1890s in this interview with Richard Wolinsky. Special 43-minute web edit. Recorded March 12, 2003.
ERICA JONG
The author of the classic novel "Fear of Flying" discusses her career as an author, as well as her latest novel, "Sappho's Leap" in this 28-minute interview with Richard Wolinsky. Recorded June 6, 2003.
WEB EXTRA: Erica Jong discusses her feelings about politics in America, and feminism in particular.
MARGARET ATWOOD
A discussion about Atwood's latest novel, "Oryx and Crake," recently short-listed for this year's Booker Prize. Hosted by Richard Wolinsky. Recorded June 10, 2003.
WEB EXTRA.Margaret Atwood talks about American politics and its relation to Canada.
DENNIS LEHANE
The author of "Mystic River" and the recent "Shutter Island" talks in-depth about these two novels, and well as his career in general in this 28 minute interview with Richard Wolinsky. Recorded May 8, 2003.
WEB EXTRA Dennis Lehane talks about free speech in America today.
RICHARD CHAMBERLAIN
The noted actor and star of "Dr. Kildare," "Shogun" and other productions, talks about his life and his memoir, "Shattered Love" with Richard Wolinsky. Recorded June 10, 2003.
WEB EXTRA. Previously unaired excerpts from the interview with Richard Chamberlain.
The noted director of such films as "Wag The Dog" and "Diner" discusses his first novel, "Sixty Six" as well as his career in Hollywood. From the KPFA archives. In MP3 format.
WEB EXTRA. Barry Levinson talks about the political implications of "Wag The Dog" and how he deals with negative criticism.
MOLLY IVINS
The Texas-based political columnist is heard in a special 37-minute web edit of an interview from October 2003, in which she talks with Richard Wolinsky about such matters as the Bush White House, Arnold Schwartzenegger, the war in Iraq and other matters.
TERRENCE McNALLY
The noted playwright discusses his work, the way he creates musical librettos, the controversy over his play "Corpus Christi" and other issues in this interview with Richard Wolinsky, in MP3 format from the KPFA archive.
