Playwright Stephen Karam was on the show to discuss the off-Broadway production of his play, "Sons of the Prophet," and he also told us what he's been reading and watching recently.

What have you read or seen over the past year (book, play, film, etc…) that moved or surprised you?

          Giovanni’s Room, by James Baldwin.

What are you listening to right now?

         “Evening Song” by Philip Glass, from Satyagraha.

What’s the last great book you read?

          Swann’s Way, by Proust.

What’s one thing you’re a fan of that people might not expect?

          I love the documentary The Making of Miss Saigon.

What’s your favorite comfort food?

            Kibbi with fresh pita out of the oven!