Hampton Sides ("In the Kingdom of Ice: The Grand and Terrible Polar Voyage of the USS Jeannette") joins the show. We discuss the world's fascination with the North Pole in the 19th century as well as the people obsessed with discovering the contents found in the Arctic.

Graham Houston (Boxing Monthly, fightwriter.com, IBHOF) returns to the show. We preview the Super Fight between Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao. Also, we discuss the rest of the boxing action coming up in the month of May.

Jeffrey Rotter ("The Only Words That Are Worth Remembering") joins the show. We discuss his new novel that is wildly original and creates a very unique portrayal of a futuristic America.

Richard Fox ("Lincoln's Body: A Cultural History", Professor of History University of Southern California) joins the show. We discuss how a completely unassuming man not only embodied the American spirit, but is still remembered as one of the truly iconic politicians in history.

Christian Kiefer ("The Animals") joins the show. We discuss his new novel that touches on some familiar themes in completely new surroundings.

Bart Elmore ("Citizen Coke: The Making of Coca-Cola Capitalism", Environmental historian at University of Alabama) joins the show. We discuss the rich, fascinating, complex, and controversial history of Coca-Cola...which remains one of the most powerful brands in the world.

Nikki Moustaki ("The Bird Market of Paris: A Memoir") joins the show. We discuss Nikki's recently released memoir featuring her grandfather sharing his passion and lifelong love of birds.

Dave Revsine (Lead Studio Host for the Big Ten Network, "The Opening Kickoff: The Tumultuous Birth of a Football Nation") joins the show. We discuss how despite popular belief, the sport of football for better or worse has generally been the same since its inception.

Matt Sumell ("Making Nice") joins the show. We discuss his new novel featuring a protagonist as hilarious as he is heartbreaking.

Liv Corfixen (MY LIFE DIRECTED BY NICOLAS WINDING REFN) and Nicolas Winding Refn (ONLY GOD FORGIVES) join the show. We discuss Liv's fascinating and intimate new documentary that explores the making of her husband's most recent film.