Why we are what we eat A writer traces our food from field to table, and along the way finds some surprising ingredients in the processed food we eat all the time.9:06 a.m.
Guests
Michael Pollan: Author of the new book "The Omnivore's Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals." He's also the author of "The Botany of Desire."
Searching for courage in politics A veteran political reporter says political consultants and focus groups have produced bland, poll-driven candidates, and the real loser is the American electorate.10:06 a.m.
Guests
Joe Klein: Author of the new book "Politics Lost: How American Democracy was Trivialized by People Who Think You're Stupid," and a columnist for Time Magazine. His previous books include "The Natural" and "Primary Colors."
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