Nick Offerman's Favorite American Troublemakers

The Leonard Lopate Show | Apr 1, 2016

Nick Offerman is best known for portraying the manly, patriotic, meat-loving Ron Swanson on “Parks and Recreation." He celebrates his favorite American heroes in his new book, Gumption: Relighting the Torch of Freedom with America’s Gutsiest Troublemakers. Offerman shares the stories of Americans who have inspired him, from Teddy Roosevelt to Carol Burnett, and also includes his reflections on woodworking, philosophy and meat.

Event: Nick Offerman will be signing copies of his book and speaking with Patrick Wilson on Tuesday, April 5th at 8 p.m. at the Loews Theater (54 Journal Square Plaza), Jersey City, NJ, presented by Word Bookstore.

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