The innovative stand-up comedian Steven Wright talks about his debut novel, ‘Harold.’ And screenwriter/actor Guinevere Turner revisits her childhood as a member of the Lyman Family cult. Also, novelist Jonathan Carroll on his latest novel, ‘Mr. Breakfast.’

Comedian Bobcat Goldthwait talks about his first stand-up album in 12 years. Also, the award-winning author Megan Abbott on her thriller, “Beware the Woman.” And author Nick de Semlyen takes us behind the scenes of Hollywood’s action movie era.

Best-selling author Shea Serrano joins us to talk about his latest project – “Primo.” Also, Dennis Lehane talks about his novel, “Small Mercies.” It’s set against the Boston busing crisis of 1974. And Walter Chaw looks at the 1979 gangland film, “The Warriors.”

Best-selling author Shea Serrano joins us to talk about his latest project – “Primo.” Also, Dennis Lehane talks about his novel, “Small Mercies.” It's set against the Boston busing crisis of 1974. And Walter Chaw looks at the 1979 gangland film, "The Warriors."

Actor and environmentalist Ed Begley Jr. talks about his fascinating memoir. Christine Coulson on her novel, “One Woman Show.” It’s told completely through art museum plaques. And author Jeremy Arnold discusses the history of Christmas movies.

Comedian, actor, and Kid in the Hall Dave Foley talks about his “Fargo” character, Danish Graves. Author Jesmyn Ward on her novel, ‘Let Us Descend.’ And ‘How to Become a Mob Boss’ showrunner Jake Laufer is gonna make you an offer you can’t refuse.

Comedian, actor, and Kid in the Hall Dave Foley talks about his “Fargo” character, Danish Graves. Author Jesmyn Ward on her novel, 'Let Us Descend.' And 'How to Become a Mob Boss' showrunner Jake Laufer is gonna make you an offer you can’t refuse.

Barista and mixologist Ryan Castelaz on how he’s reinventing the coffee experience. Also, writer Claire Dederer contemplates whether it’s possible to hate the artist but still love the art. And the ‘New York Times’ best-selling author Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah on his debut novel, ‘Chain-Gang All-Stars.’

Comedian Dana Gould gives the ‘Planet of the Apes’ character Doctor Zaius his own talk show. Also, writer Erika Krouse on how her face launched her career as a private eye. And critic Keith Phipps guides us through the 40-year career of actor Nicolas Cage.

Comedian Dana Gould gives the 'Planet of the Apes' character Doctor Zaius his own talk show. Also, writer Erika Krouse on how her face launched her career as a private eye. And critic Keith Phipps guides us through the 40-year career of actor Nicolas Cage.