While some see China as the last great untapped market on Earth, journalist Joe Studwell argues against expanding Western investment there. Hear why. Plus, former fire commissioner Thomas Von Essen discusses his new memoir about life and death in the FDNY, an examination of TV's potrayal of homosexuality, and a new novel from Fannie Flagg.
Joe Studwell
Is China really the next economic superpower? Journalist Joe Studwell analyzes the current market and cautions against expanding Western investment.
Thomas Von Essen
Former fire commissioner Thomas Von Essen discusses his new memoir about life and death in the FDNY, Strong of Heart.
Stephen Tropiano
Professor Stephen Tropiano discusses Prime Time Closet, his examination of TV's portrayal of homosexuality, from cop shows to dramas to sitcoms.
Fannie Flagg
Fannie Flagg, author of Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe, brings the small-town South to life in a new novel, Standing in the Rainbow.
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