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It Was Great To Say Hello To...: A Curious Radio Host's Conversations With Actors, Authors, and Newsmakers

by Ed Kalegi

Conversations across entertainment and history

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Conversations across entertainment and history

Ed Kalegi’s collection brings together conversations with figures from entertainment, writing, and public life, including Carol Burnett, Norman Lear, Cindy Williams, Dean Koontz, and Dionne Warwick. Its range across generations and genres makes pop culture a connecting thread, while the book also points to the significance that can emerge in an interview. The repeated introductory phrase named in the title gives the collection a shared frame, presenting the interviews as exchanges shaped by the act of greeting and conversation.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Readers interested in interviews with actors, authors, and public figures
  • Those drawn to pop culture and radio-related nonfiction
  • Readers curious about conversations spanning different generations and genres

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Pop cultureInterview and conversationEntertainment across generationsPublic figures

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Book overview

This engaging book is much more than a collection of celebrity interviews; it's a journey through pop culture, history, and the art of conversation. Ed's signature introduction-and the title of this book-sets the tone for each dialogue, blending entertainment with moments of real significance. From Carol Burnett, Norman Lear, Cindy Williams, Dean Koontz, and Dionne Warwick, these conversations span generations and genres. Whether you're in the mood for light-hearted banter or deep reflection, this book offers something for everyone.

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