There are few true living legends, and sadly today one of those has left the stage. Don Rickles was known for his insults. He was beloved for his heart. His long life was like a living history of American comedy. I am deeply saddened to hear he has passed away at the age of 90. I interviewed him for my program The Big Interview a few years back (a relavent clip is posted below), and we had an afternoon of laughs and even a few tears. Rickles' wit and spirit will be deeply missed. With his passin

Led Zeppelin is one of the most influential, celebrated and commercially successful rock bands of all time. All four members of the iconic band were born and raised in England, but it was America that loved them first. Since the band called it quits in 1980, legendary frontman Robert Plant has gone on to have a successful solo career. I sat down with the usually private singer for this week’s “The Big Interview.” While we touched on his legacy, we spent most of the time just conversing. Plant is

Remembering Jean Rather

Legendary news anchor Dan Rather reflects on Vietnam

Today I find myself at Kent State University in Ohio, a place that will forever be marked by what happened there on this date in 1970. It was another time of deep division in the United States and we cannot let ourselves forget the series of events that led the National Guard to fire on student protesters with live ammunition. Four young people were killed and several others were wounded. The nation as a whole was forced to confront the tragic aftermath of escalating violence. Several years ago,