Gary O'Blog
GUESTS WEEK OF JULY 14
Posted by: Gary O'Brien
Thursday, July 10, 2008 12:13 PM
Monday, July 142:15 p.m.
-Sociologist Tim Delaney on his book "Simpsonology: There is a Little Bit of Springfield in All of Us," which reveals a goldmine of insights couched in parody on 'The Simpsons," including environmentalism, politics, health, marriage and more.
3:15 p.m.
-Actress Marilu Henner, best known for her starring roles on "Taxi," "Evening Shade," and "Celebrity Apprentice."
3:45 p.m.
-THE METTLER CENTER'S HEALTH NEWS YOU CAN USE
4:15 p.m.
-Kenneth Sewell, former nuclear engineer and U.S. Navy veteran who served five years aboard the USS Parche, a fast-attack submarine that was the Navy's most decorated ship. Since leaving the Navy, he has held Department of Defense and Department of Energy security clearances. He is also an author whose latest book is "All Hands Down: The True Story of the Soviet Attack on the USS Scorpion."
Tuesday, July 15
2:15 p.m.
-Douglas Preston on the true story of his family moving to a villa in Italy...a lifelong dream...only to discover a serial killer had murdered 14 people next to their new home. His book is "The Monster of Florence: A True Story."
3:15 p.m.
- News-Gazette's Rebecca Mabry on her book "The Amish of Illinois' Heartland," which is a look at the Amish way of life here in our area.
4:15 p.m. -"Talking Dirt" with Shane Cultra from Country Arbours Nursery. We'll answer listener's lawn and gardening questions.
Wednesday, July 16
2:15 p.m.
- Dr. Nicholas Dodman on his book "The Well-Adjusted Dog: Dr. Dodman's Seven Steps to Lifelong Health and Happiness For Your Best Friend."
3:15 p.m.
-Bob Shane, founder and original member of the legendary music group The Kingston Trio. The classic hits include "Tom Dooley," "M.T.A," "Reverand Mr. Black," "Greenback Dollar" and more. Big-time Kingston Trio fan Dave Shaul wll join in the conversation.
-4:15 p.m.
-Cathy Alter wanted what Cosmo promised: "A Better You." So she decided to see if she cold actually remake herself with a little help from the glossies. She tells her story in the book "Up For Renewal: What Magazines Taught Me About Love and Starting Over."
Thursday, July 17
-2:15 p.m.
-David Borgenicht on the book "Worst Case Scenario Almanac: Politics."
-3:15 p.m.
-Celebrity biographer David Kaufman on his look at the life and career of singer, movie star, tv actress and animal right activist Doris Day.
-4:15 p.m.
-CLUB KRANNERT. Krannert Center's Bridget Lee Calfas joins Gary to discuss upcoming events at Krannert Center.
Friday, July 18
-2:15 p.m.
-re-airing of Stevie Jay's Friday morning visit with the hall-of-famer Mike Ditka.
-3:15 p.m.
-to be announced
-4:15 p.m.
-Cindy and Kirby Pringle on their newest book "Happy Tails: The Call of Nature." They use their own pets as models for their creative and hilarious photos of them as 'dog people!"
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