Jesse Eisenberg, Part 1
While researching Ronald Reagan for his new biography, Slate's Jacob Weisberg grew to appreciate the 40th president's original mind and dedication to writing every day. As he explains on today's Gist, "We'd give that guy a column in Slate." Jacob Weisberg is the author of Ronald Reagan: The American Presidents Series. Toward the end of this episode, your host performs the vignette "Marv Albert is My Therapist" alongside actor Jesse Eisenberg. He's the author of the story collection Bream Gives Me Hiccups. Tune in Tuesday to hear their full interview. Join Slate Plus! Members get bonus segments, exclusive member-only podcasts, and more. Sign up for a free trial today at slate.com/gistplus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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While researching Ronald Reagan for his new biography, Slate's Jacob Weisberg grew to appreciate the 40th president's original mind and dedication to writing every day. As he explains on today's Gist, "We'd give that guy a column in Slate." Jacob Weisberg is the author of Ronald Reagan: The American Presidents Series. Toward the end of this episode, your host performs the vignette "Marv Albert is My Therapist" alongside actor Jesse Eisenberg. He's the author of the story collection Bream Gives Me Hiccups. Tune in Tuesday to hear their full interview. Join Slate Plus! Members get bonus segments, exclusive member-only podcasts, and more. Sign up for a free trial today at slate.com/gistplus.
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