Dave Barry has been the funniest writer in America for decades. This time, the Pulitzer Prize winning author celebrates a landmark birthday with his new book, “Lessons from Lucy”, the sage life wisdom taught to him by his beloved canine companion.

Far too many people remember Joe Frazier as merely a foil for Muhammad Ali, when in reality he was much more. In his new book, “Smokin’ Joe: The Life of Joe Frazier”, Mark Kram, Jr. details an intimate and revealing picture of the man who rose to heavyweight champion from dirt-poor roots, was much smarter than he was given credit for, and who in the end proved to be a true heart and soul not only of boxing, but of his Philadelphia home. Join Ed Berliner for another revealing episode of “The Man in the Arena”.

The time has come to stop making excuses for thoroughbred horse racing in America. Emmy Award winning sportscaster and former horse racing correspondent Ed Berliner is calling for the either harsh restrictions on drug use in the sport or the abolition of it entirely. In this “Speaking of Sports” episode, he’s not afraid to call out the gamblers who will wager millions on this weekend’s Belmont Stakes and thus feed the bloodlust of this heinous so-called sport.

It’s the dark and bloody side of horse racing in America and around the world, the wanton slaughter of young horses who are drugged, over-raced, then sent to slaughterhouses if they don’t die at the race track first. Dr. Kate Papp has been fighting this industry for years from her standing as a veterinarian, and the recent multiple deaths at Santa Anita Race Track may finally have people paying attention. Join Host Ed Berliner for a powerful and emotional episode of “The Man in the Arena”.

Denise McAllister is a Conservative commentator unafraid to take on either side of the aisle. Author of “Spygate: The Attempted Sabotage of Donald J. Trump”, she takes on the Democrats incessant talk of impeachment, has hard questions for millennials and their love for Bernie Sanders, why Joe Biden and Sanders could be of help to the reelection of Donald Trump, the “apology” mistake Trump still makes, and what if anything can save America from turning into a much worse “kneejerk nation”. Join Host Ed Berliner for another 1 on 1 interview that will likely tart more debates than it will finish.

Michael Fabiano knew he had a rare gift, a talent few could match. He made ends meet early one by working as, of all things, a professional baseball umpire. Turns out that experience prepared him for the world of opera, as he has honed his craft, taken the lessons learned from drunken parents and the dedication it takes to focus on detail. turning himself into one of the most dynamic young tenors in global opera. His story is one of refusing to believe in luck, taking care of the instrument he’s been given, and giving back to future generations with a program designed to forge a new generation of artists. Join Ed Berliner for this unique visit in a new episode of “The Man in the Arena”.

Boeing CEO Dennis Muilenberg is talking out of both sides of his mouth regarding the recent crashes of 2 737 MAX-8 aircraft that killed over 300 people. While he claims to accept responsibility, he is now trying to blame pilot error. Aviation expert Captain Ross Aimer is furious, and believes both Boeing and the FAA need to be criminally investigated for their actions and lack thereof in protecting the flying public. Join Ed Berliner for an exclusive and riveting interview on this episode of “The Man in the Arena”.

There is nothing tougher for a comedian than finding that niche, that way to get directly to what is funny and bring an audience along for the ride. Veteran stand-up Brent Terhune joins us on “The Man in the Arena” for discussion of how to make satire work in sensitive times, and why his Internet character may be nothing like his on stage work, but is also lighting up the Internet. Come along for the laughs, leave with a better idea of why we need satire so desperately. Go 1 on 1 with Brent Terhune, another interesting individual with a fascinating story. It’s what Ed Berliner does on “The Man in the Arena”.

Ed Calle has been called by many of his peers to be the most versatile saxophonist on the planet. From very humble beginnings where playing sax wasn’t even a first consideration, to taking the Grammy stage and teaching the next generation of musicians.  Dr. Calle joins Ed Berliner for this edition of “The Man in the Arena” to talk about the meeting with musical legends that would have made anyone nervous, to the humble beginnings for someone who never thought about playing the sax, right to the big news about a mystery album no one thought still existed heading for release. Therre’s also plenty of talk about the next generation of musicians, and what this music professor is doing to ensure they play the right notes.

The measles epidemic in America is spreading faster than physicians feared, and in the end, the possible deaths of children and suffering of millions could be traced to just 2 men. Sadly, as with most things in America these days, one of those individuals can be traced to specifically seeking political gain. Ed Berliner is joined by noted and globally respected infectious disease expert Dr. William Schaffner, desperately seeking to give people the truth and stop the spread of a disease that should never have been allowed to rise again.