Guest Picks: Salma Hayek

The Leonard Lopate Show | Aug 4, 2015

Salma Hayek came on the show today talk about her new animated film "Kahlil Gibran's The Prophet." She told us about some of music and books that inspire her. Check it out!

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

Rectify on Sundance really surprised me. It is really well directed and brilliantly acted. Fascinating characters. A style of its own, and it reminded me to appreciate the simple things in life.

What are you listening to right now?

Damien Rice’s last album, and Sabrina Carpenter, because it’s my daughter’s favorite artist at the moment, and she won’t give it a break!

What’s the last great book you read? 

Arianna Huffington’s book is great because it helps you deal with stress.

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

Soccer! Sudoku.

What’s your favorite comfort food? 

Popcorn with Valentina sauce. It’ a spicy sauce you can buy in some of the Latin markets.

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