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Carrie Fisher talks about "Star Wars," her life as a cultural icon, and how she dealt with addiction and mental illness. Also, conversations with two more stars: actors Michelle Williams and Ralph Fiennes. And the gurus of how-to, Al and Larry Ubell, answer your home repair questions!
Carrie Fisher: Wishful Drinking
Carrie Fisher grew up as the daughter of Hollywood royalty, came of age on the set of "Star Wars," and became a cultural icon - all before the age of 20. She's also struggled with addiction and mental illness. Her new memoir is Wishful Drinking.
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Michelle Williams and Kelly Reichardt on “Wendy and Lucy”
Actress Michelle Williams has gotten rave reviews for her role in the new film "Wendy and Lucy" as a woman whose tenuous financial situation unravels when her car breaks down and her dog is taken to the pound. Kelly Reichardt is the director.
Ralph Fiennes in “The Reader”
Ralph Fiennes talks about his role in the new film "The Reader," which co-stars Kate Winslet. It’s based on the award-winning novel by German writer Bernard Schlink and tells the story of a 1950s affair between a teenager and a former concentration camp guard.
The Gurus of How-To
The gurus of how-to, Al and Larry Ubell, answer your home repair questions! Call us at 212-433-WNYC or leave a comment.
Recipes from Barefoot Contessa Back to Basics
ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH SALAD WITH WARM CIDER VINAIGRETTE
Serves 4
My friend Stephen Drucker described a warm butternut squash salad that he’d been served and asked if I could make one. Why not? I love the interplay of hot and cold plus the sweet ...
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