James Reston Discusses His Life and Career.
Terry talks with journalist James Reston. Since 1940, he's worked at the New York Times, as a reporter, Washington bureau chief, executive editor, and columnist. He's just written a new memoir, called "Deadline." (It's published by Random House).
Other segments from the episode on October 30, 1991
Roger Fisher Discusses the Middle East Peace Talks.
Terry talks with Roger Fisher, the head of the Harvard Negotiation Project, and author of the bestseller, "Getting To Yes." He'll discuss how to make the Mideast Peace Conference a success.
The Pornography and Heroism of Consumerism.
Commentator Maureen Corrigan comments on the latest trends in advertising by Calvin Klein and Timex.
Passing the Brahms' Violin Concerto "Test."
Classical music critic Lloyd Schwartz reviews a new recording of Nigel Kennedy performing the Brahms Violin Concerto. (It's on the Angel/E.M.I. label).
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