Wise Moms…

I am a big fan of Dave Grohl.  He’s a man that’s weathered some difficult times but seems to remain an optimistic, down to earth guy. His mother Virginia may have had something to do with it. In this interview with Stephen Colbert, Virginia talks about her book, and having the wisdom to let her son pursue his music instead of insisting that he keep going to school.

Elton John’s Photography Collection

It’s always fascinating to learn what interests people.  It turns out that Elton John has an extensive photography collection that features some of the world’s most iconic photos, including photos by Dorothea Lange, and Irving Penn. (On a side note, one of my favorite photography books is Irving Penn’s Small Trades.)

Adam Savage Interviews Mary Roach

I own all of Mary Roach’s books because they’re fascinating and hilarious.  The subjects she chooses aren’t exactly popular non-fiction topics.  For starters, writing an entire book on the alimentary canal wouldn’t normally be considered a best selling topic by a publisher.  Then there’s her book on cadavers, the science of sex, and researchers who study the afterlife.

In this YouTube video, Adam Savage discusses the subject matter of her books in frank and gory detail.  (Warning – if you’re squeamish, don’t watch.)