The Roundtable
The Roundtable
Steven Gillon - November 22, 1963 This weekend marks the 46th anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy and the start of Lyndon Baines Johnson's administration. Joe speaks with Steve Gillon about his book which chronicles the first 24 hours of LBJ's presidency.
Rosemary Wells - Max & Ruby's Bunny Party Author & illustrator Rosemary Wells is celebrating Max & Ruby's 30th Anniversary at the Eric Carle Museum this Sunday (11/22). Wells speaks about her career, and the event.
ASA ASA is a nonprofit land trust helping landowners conserve farmland in Washington and Rensselaer counties in the upper Hudson River valley.
Congressional Corner with Chris Murphy - Part 2 Alan Chartock and Chris Murphy talk about the economy in today's Congressional Corner.
Mike Bonanno - The Yes Men Fix The World Mike Bonanno speaks with Joe Donahue prior the The Yes Men Fix The World screening at The Mahaiwe.
Darcey Steinke - Easter Everywhere: A Memoir Darcey Steinke will read tonight at 7:30 p.m. in the Saint Joseph Hall Auditorium, on Madison Ave. in Albany as part of the Frequency North series. For more information go to www.frequencynorth.com
Congressional Corner with Chris Murphy - Part 1 Alan and Chris Murphy discuss the health care overhaul passed by the house.
Claire Brownell - The 39 Steps Joe speaks with actress, Claire Brownell. Claire is in the national tour of Alfred Hitchcock's The 39 Steps. The show is at Proctors in Schenectady, NY through Sunday.
Dan Michel Joe Donahue speaks with Dan Michel about the Dakim Brain Fitness System.
Cesar Milan Joe speaks with dog trainer, Cesar Milan, about how to raise the perfect dog.
Congressional Corner with James MacGregor Burns Alan and shcolar James MacGregor Burns discuss President Obama.
Ulster Literacy Association Sarah is joined in Studio A by Ulster Literacy Association to discuss their new and ongoing work and upcoming fundraising efforts.
Book Picks - Northshire Bookstore Stan Hynds - the book buyer for Northshire - shares his list of gift books, cookbooks, and the best novels of 2009.
Gail Collins Gail Collins - the first woman to hold the position of editorial page Editor for the NY Times - will be in our region tonight and joins us this morning to talk about her book, When Everything Changed: The Amazing Journey of American Woman from 1960 to the Present.
R. O. Blechman Joe Donahue speaks with illustrator, Bob Blechman, about his book, Dear James: Letters to a Young Illustrator.
Donald Spoto - High Society: The Life of Grace Kelly Biographer Donald Spoto recalls his personal time with Princess Grace Kelly, and discusses his new book High Society.
George Geary - 500 Best Sauces, Salad Dressings, Marinades & More Chef George Geary tells us his secrets to creating easy homemade sauces, dressings, & salsas.
Philippa Gregory - The White Queen Period novelist Philippa Gregory discusses her new 15th Century tale entitled "The White Queen".
Congressional Corner with James MacGregor Burns Alan and congressional scholar, James MacGregor Burns discuss the need for the Democratic and the Republican parties to become stronger.
Richard Sale Joe speaks with veteran reporter, Richard Sale, about former President Bill Clinton's evolution as a strong leader on the world stage.
Taylor Branch Taylor Branch joins Joe to discuss, The Clinton Tapes
Mike Thomas - Second City The legendary Second City Troupe from Chicago is turning 50! Joe spoke with Second City historian and biographer Mike Thomas about the famous theatre.
Kathy Kelly Three-time Nobel Peace Prize nominee and internationally noted human rights/peace activist Kathy Kelly will be in town as well this weekend in Troy, NY to offer eye witness accounts from the war-torn Middle East.
Spalding Gray - Stories Left To Tell at The Egg Kathie Russo, Josh Lefkowitz and Carmelita Tropicana of "Spalding Gray: Stories Left to Tell" join Joe Donahue in Studio A.
Dick Cavett Joe Donahue speaks with one of his broadcasting heroes - Dick Cavett.
Will Shortz Joe speaks with Weekend Edition's Puzzlemaster and NY Times Crossword Puzzle Editor, Will Shortz about the "Wonderful World of Words" event at The Mohonk Mountain House this weekend.
Congressional Corner with Paul Tonko - Part 3 Alan and Congressman Tonko talk about last week's election results in NY's 23rd.
Anne Heller - Ayn Rand Joe Donahue speaks with Ayn Rand biographer, Anne Heller.
Out! For Reel - Hannah Free Sarah speaks with founder/producer of Out! For Reel, Jaime Michaels and director of Hannah Free, Wendy Jo Carlton.
Susie Essman Joe speaks with Susie Essman, comedienne and actress on Curb Your Enthusiasim, about her book, What Would Susie Say?.
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