On today’s show, we’ll ask about the possible political repercussions of Dick Cheney shooting his hunting partner. Later on, Faith Prince and Tom Wopat preview their upcoming singing engagement at Feinstein’s. And Cheryl Strayed tells us about her new novel about one family’s struggle with cancer. Plus, the latest edition of our Please Explain feature.
From wearing mismatched shoes to shooting his hunting partner, Dick Cheney’s been the subject of some odd headlines lately. On today's show, we'll ask if the public’s confidence is waning, and whether or not it will affect how the Vice President will be seen by history. We’re joined by Ken Bazinet and Tom DeFrank of the New York Daily News.
Broadway stars Faith Prince and Tom Wopat are teaming up for “Let’s Fall In Love,” a program of love songs at Feinstein’s.
Events: Let’s Fall In Love
Feinstein’s at the Regency
540 Park Avenue at 61st Street
February 14th through 25th
Tickets: 212-339-4095 or www.feinsteinsattheregency.com
Cheryl Strayed’s new novel looks at how one family copes when their mother—who’s also a local celebrity and radio host—dies of cancer. The book is titled Torch.
In this week’s edition of Please Explain, we invite you to ask anything you want! We’ve invited David Feldman, the author of a series of books called Imponderables, and Marshall Brain, the founder of the website How Stuff Works, to demystify as much as they can in one afternoon. Call 212-433-9692.
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