Lloyd Moss talks to author, essayist, and political activist Gore Vidal. He talks about his life and career. He tells an anecdote about General Snyder, the doctor who delivered him at the Cadet Hospital. He talks about his writing career beginning with this first novel, Williwaw. He also discusses his political career and his new book, Lincoln. Mr. Vidal discusses the musical selections he chose.
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About This is My Music
Hosted by Lloyd Moss, it featured well-known celebrities, artists, writers, performers, academics and politicians talking about the music they prize and that has most influenced them through the years.
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