Leonard's Questions: Mickey Rapkin

The Leonard Lopate Show | Jul 9, 2010

Mickey Rapkin enjoyed reading Julia Child's memoir. Find out what other picks he revealed to us during his appearance on The Leonard Lopate Show.

What have you read or seen over the past year that moved or surprised you?

The Scottsboro Boys at the Vineyard Theatre.  Brilliant.

What are you listening to right now?

The soundtrack to FELA! 

What’s the last great book you read?

Julia Child’s memoir

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

McDonald’s breakfast 

If you only had one day left, how would you spend it in New York City?

Getting drunk on the High Line!  Who’s coming with me?

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