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Me and the good Doctor King

In honor of MLK Day, I’m rerunning last year’s interview with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.: Me: Thanks for agreeing to speak with me. MLK: It’s my pleasure to have another chance to share my message of peace with the … Continue reading

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My interview with Brittany Murphy

The actress Brittany Murphy, known for “Clueless” and as the voice of Luanne on “King of the Hill”, died Sunday at the age of 32. Shortly after her passing, I was invited to interview her: Me: I’m sorry that I’m … Continue reading

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My interview with Oral Roberts

On Tuesday, Oral Roberts died at the age of 91. Today, I was granted an exclusive interview with him: Me: So, Mr. Roberts, you’re finally on your way to meet your maker. Are you excited? OR: Why yes, young man, … Continue reading

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My Interview with Ken Ober

Ken Ober died. I drew the short straw and had to interview him. Me: Who the fuck are you again? KO: I- Me: I’m just kidding. I don’t give a shit. Enjoy this interview? Check out my other dead (mostly) … Continue reading

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Nada

It’s been an emotionally exhausting week. I’ve spent several nights over at our friend’s house since her husband died on Monday, and even trying to comprehend the emotions that she’s going through and the massive shift that her life has … Continue reading

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My Interview with Henry Gibson

The diminutive actor Henry Gibson died last night at age 73. Of course, I jumped on the chance to interview him after he passed. Me: So, Mr. Gibson, you played the neo-Nazi leader in Blues Brothers, right? HG: That is … Continue reading

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My Interview with Phillip Spicklefritz

Late last night, a neighbor down my street, Phillip Spicklefritz, passed away at the age of 94. While he may not have been famous, I thought he deserved an interview as well: Me: Thanks for joining me Phil. PS: So, … Continue reading

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My Interview with #BlogHer09

On Sunday, July 26th, after a short yet productive life, Twitter hashtag #BlogHer09 passed away in the hospital. She spent her entire life selflessly supporting the 2009 BlogHer Conference, and although many people may have found her annoying and a … Continue reading

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My interview with Walter Cronkite

Walter Cronkite, one of the most respected journalists of our time, died on Friday night at the age of 92. I spoke with him posthumously on Sunday: Me: Thank you for speaking with me, Walter. WC: Young man, it is … Continue reading

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My interview with Billy Mays, Pitchman Extraordinaire

Celebrities are dropping like flies. I’m so busy with interview requests I barely have time to sleep. Billy Mays, let’s hear what you have to say today: Me: Hi Billy. BM: Hello ADAM! Thank you for interviewing me today. I’m … Continue reading

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