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Aleksandar Hemon is Kicking the Tires
Interview by Mike Thomas
The author, 57, on ‘The Matrix Resurrections,’ his compulsive nature, and a memorable lakefront utterance. Read more
Hermene Hartman’s Gut Keeps Getting Smarter
Interview by Mike Thomas
The N’Digo publisher, 74, on working for Jesse Jackson, marrying interracially, and criticizing Obama. Read more
Tim Samuelson, the First Cultural Historian of Chicago
Interview by Mike Thomas
The historian, 70, on his office player piano, the poetry of a Sullivan building, and the ultimate lakefront soundtrack Read more
Catching Up With Liz Phair
Interview by Mike Thomas
The singer-songwriter, 54, on her sudden fame, using her sexuality, and why she practices saying her own name Read more
Poet Haki R. Madhubuti Shares Life-Changing Moments
Interview by Mike Thomas
The poet, 79, on the role books played in his youth, his mother’s murder, and mentor Gwendolyn Brooks Read more
A Word With George Wendt
Interview by Mike Thomas
The actor, 72, on causing a stir at a Sox game, cleaning out Royko’s office, and dancing in heels Read more
The Time Chuy García Saved Harold Washington’s Life
Interview by Mike Thomas
The U.S. representative on Adam Toledo's death, growing up in Mexico, and running for mayor Read more
Deon Cole Used to Wear His Fur Coats Inside Out
Interview by Mike Thomas
The comedian, 49, on tricking out his rent-free pad, making a pact with Common, and writing for Conan. Read more
Carol Marin
Interview by Mike Thomas
The former TV journalist and anchor, 72, on a gang threat, the Jerry Springer fiasco, and a 9/11 close call Read more
Jim Belushi Wanted to Beat Up the Billy Goat Guy
Interview by Mike Thomas
The actor, 66, on hallucinogens, Second City flops, and the true inspiration for John’s cheeseburger sketch Read more
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