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Eugene O'Neill
On today’s show, Alan Dershowitz examines the pros and cons of using preemptive measures to fight crime and terrorism. Then, documentary filmmaker Ric Burns on his latest subject: Eugene O’Neill. Plus, Steve Buscemi on directing his third film, “Lonesome Jim.” And this week’s Please Explain is all about insomnia!
Preemption
First Amendment scholar Alan Dershowitz argues that from fighting crime to confronting terrorism, the United States is relying more and more on preemptive action. He argues that the new trend could be dangerous to many important aspects of American society…from civil liberties to national security, in Preemption: A Knife That ...
Eugene O'Neill
Ric Burns tells us about the subject of his latest documentary: "Eugene O’Neill."
Lonesome Jim
Steve Buscemi has played outcasts, criminals, and weirdoes of all stripes in dozens of movies and tv shows. Now, he’s directed a new film, “Lonesome Jim,” about a young man who’s convinced himself he’s a hopeless loser.
Please Explain: Insomnia
On this week’s Please Explain, we’ll ask two experts what causes insomnia, and what can be done to fight it. Dr. Art Spielman, a psychologist at City College and Associate Director of the Sleep Disorder Centers at New York Methodist Hospital and New York Presbyterian Hospital, and Dr. Judy Owens, ...
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