James Oseland, editor in chief of Saveur, and food writers Jane and Michael Stern talk about the meals that have had the biggest influence on their lives. And our latest Please Explain takes a look at procrastination.
The Best Meal Ever
James Oseland, editor in chief of Saveur, and food writers Jane Stern and Michael Stern talk about the meals that have had the biggest influence on their lives. The October issue of Saveur is dedicated to the “25 Greatest Meals Ever,” and it includes authors, chefs, and personalities describing the meals that made an impact on their lives.
Please Explain: Procrastination
Putting thing off until the last minute is a compulsion many people share. On this week’s Please Explain, Dr. George Ainslie, Professor of Psychiatry at University of Cape Town, in South Africa, and Dr. Joseph Ferrari, professor of psychology at DePaul University, tell us what causes us to procrastinate, how it affects productivity, and methods for ending procrastination. Dr. Ferrari is the author of Still Procrastinating? The No Regrets Guide to Getting It Done. Dr. Ainslie is the author of Breakdown of Will and Picoeconomics.
Guest Picks: James Oseland
We spoke with James Oseland about some of his favorite books, movies, and more after his recent appearance on The Leonard Lopate Show.
Guest Picks: Jane Stern
Jane Stern stopped by The Leonard Lopate Show to talk about some of her favorite picks.
Guest Picks: Michael Stern
Find out what Michael Stern's favorite comfort food is!
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Monday, May 27, 2013
Clive Davis; Why Things Catch On; the Novel Frances and Bernard; Leaving the Westboro Baptist Church
Legendary music producer Clive Davis talks about working with some of music’s biggest names over the last five decades, including Aretha Franklin, Janis Joplin, and Kelly Clarkson. Marketing professor Jonah Berger helps us understand why some products and ideas catch on while others don’t. Carlene Bauer talks about her latest novel, Frances and Bernard. Plus, one woman’s experience growing up in the Westboro Baptist Church, known for its high-profile protests and extreme beliefs.
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