In this episode Matt Crawford speaks to journalist and author Julie Satow about her book The Plaza: The Secret Life of America's Most Famous Hotel. In this thoroughly enjoying read Satow brings The Plaza leaping of the page and into your heart. This book reads like a fiction at times with some unbelievable tales. Murder, suicide, dyed dogs, a live in celebrity, a princess with a private zoo and even our future President are just some of the juicy stories told in this book. A highly enjoyable read.