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The Personal and the Philosophicalnew

The author discusses human sensitivities, the Manson Family, and the nature of American-ness.
Los Angeles CityBeat  |  Anthony Miller  |  10-27-2006  |  Author Profiles & Interviews

The Radical Presidencynew

The journalist and Clinton advisor discusses the "radical" GOP, the real Dick Cheney, and why you should thank Nancy Reagan.
Los Angeles CityBeat  |  Steve Appleford  |  10-20-2006  |  Author Profiles & Interviews

Revolutionary Roadsnew

House of Leaves author Mark Z. Danielewski returns with an epic poem/novel that travels across the American landscape.
Los Angeles CityBeat  |  Anthony Miller  |  09-25-2006  |  Author Profiles & Interviews

'Choice Feminism'new

The political philosopher talks about why men don't stay home and why having Ph.D.s wiping butts is immoral.
Los Angeles CityBeat  |  Mindy Farabee  |  09-01-2006  |  Author Profiles & Interviews

Gentleman Radicalnew

As Americans forget their history, forfeit power to corporations, and endorse perpetual war, Gore Vidal continues a one-man campaign for a "civilized" nation.
Los Angeles CityBeat  |  Mick Farren  |  08-11-2006  |  Author Profiles & Interviews

Into the Heart of Iraqnew

The veteran Middle East reporter Hadani Ditmars discusses Iraqi culture and the death of the love song called the "maqam."
Los Angeles CityBeat  |  Dean Kuipers  |  07-07-2006  |  Author Profiles & Interviews

Happy Cows?new

The former Bush speechwriter discusses working in the White House, the moral choice against factory farming, and why conservatives should join the cause.
Los Angeles CityBeat  |  Allison Milionis  |  06-30-2006  |  Author Profiles & Interviews

The Nutritional Zeitgeistnew

Pollan discusses America's eating disorder, how much petroleum is in our diet, and why Whole Foods is less whole than we think.
Los Angeles CityBeat  |  Krista Walton  |  05-26-2006  |  Author Profiles & Interviews

Understanding Islamnew

Alsan, an Iranian-born scholar, has suddenly become something of a fashionable item, and not just because he knows how to wear a suit.
Los Angeles CityBeat  |  Laila Kearney  |  04-28-2006  |  Author Profiles & Interviews

'This Is Conspiracy Analysis'new

The noted novelist and political essayist Gore Vidal discusses Bush as corporate puppet, the failure of the media and the loss of national memory.
Los Angeles CityBeat  |  Dean Kuipers  |  03-03-2006  |  Author Profiles & Interviews

Sick of Big Pharmanew

The California author and journalist discusses the power of drug ads, the Vioxx perfect storm and how the FDA is complicit in threatening your health.
Los Angeles CityBeat  |  Jeremy Freed  |  01-20-2006  |  Author Profiles & Interviews

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