This episode of "Between the Lines" is about overcoming personal challenges and finding happiness with actress Meredith Baxter. Meredith broke new ground in television with her series “Bridget Loves Bernie,” and is best recognized for her role as the mom in the long running TV hit " Family Ties"

But in real life, her family ties were unraveling and so was Meredith.  With our conversation about her book, “Untied,” Meredith opens up about all she had to overcome with the hope of helping others find the strength to turn their lives around.

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On this episode of "Between the Lines," how to help children on the autism spectrum. My guest Elaine Hall, Founder and Executive Director of The Miracle Project and consultant on the hit Netflix series "Love on the Spectrum," had a child with autism and decided to do all she could to help him and other parents in a similar situation. 

With her book, "Seven Keys to Unlock Autism," she offers parents and teachers techniques to reach the seemingly unreachable children and as a bonus, by following the keys you also unlock the best in yourself as well.

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On this episode of “Between the Lines,” a woman who has personified beauty and grace, the award winning actress Linda Evans.

From her days on “The Big Valley” to her iconic portrayal as the glamorous Krystle Carrington on “Dynasty,” Linda’s life journey has rivaled her characters. 

Now, with her book “Recipes for Life,” she shares the wisdom she gained along the way.

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It is with deep sadness that one of the great writers and guests on “Between the Lines,” Joseph Wambaugh passed away this week.

Whether it was his fictional masterpieces like “The Choirboys,” “The Blue Knight” and “The New Centurions” or his acclaimed nonfiction books like “The Onion Field” or "Fire Lover," Joseph took us behind the badge into the heart of his characters.  On this episode we discussed his acclaimed book “Hollywood Crows” and once again he dove deep into his subjects with a poignant look at the men and women in blue.

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On this episode of “Between the Lines,” a man who began his career during the formative years of Rock and Roll and whose influence continues to this day, Gary US Bonds.

Gary has been rocking for more than 50 years. From his beginning days touring with Sam Cooke and BB King to his close working relationship with Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band, Gary has entertained millions around the world with his music. With his autobiography, “By US Bonds,” we get an inside look at the music and the man.

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On this episode of "Between the Lines," the most successful and prolific film and television producer of our time, Jerry Bruckheimer.

Jerry is a true visionary whose films and television series have not only influenced popular culture but at times defined it. From “Top Gun,” “Flashdance” and “Beverly Hills Cops” to his franchise films “The Pirates of the Caribbean” and “National Treasure,” Jerry has touched the pulse of an entire world of film goers. 

But it doesn’t stop there. His television series, which include mega hits the likes of “The CSI” shows, “The Amazing Race,” “Cold Case” and more, are estimated to be seen by nearly 250 million people each week. With the book, “When Lightning Strikes,” written by Michael Singer, Jerry and I explore the four decades of his remarkable career.

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With a new political season approaching, on this episode of “Between the Lines,” the philosophical and religious origins that inspired our Founding Fathers. My conversation with Matthew Stewart about his book, “Nature’s God," sheds light on the grand ideas that inspired the American Revolution and hopefully will continue to guide our country today and in the future. 

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In this episode we discover how ballet came to America with the acclaimed actress Victoria Tennant. Victoria's mom was Irina Baronova, a star with the Ballets Russes de Monte Carlo, who played a major role in spreading ballet across America. 

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On this episode of Between the Lines, the chairman and CEO of Operation Hope, John Hope Bryant.  

With our conversation about his book, “How the Poor Can Save Capitalism,” you will hear a fresh approach on how to rebuild the middle class and the importance it plays in revitalizing America.

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It is with great sadness that I post this episode today. It features the great Hollywood Producer Lynda Obst who passed away this morning. The producer of such acclaimed films as the iconic “Sleepless in Seattle”, “Contact,” “The Fisher King,” “Adventures in Babysitting,” and"Interstellar.” 

Our conversation about her book “Sleepless in Hollywood,” tackles the drastic transformation of the current film industry and offers advice to help anyone reinvent themselves amidst the fast paced changes of modern life. 

You left us a life of treasures dear Lynda and we are forever grateful.

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