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AirTalk

AirTalk for June 3, 2002

A Political History of the American Rich; Drake's Fortune; The Pasadena Museum of California Art

A Political History of the American Rich; Drake's Fortune; The Pasadena Museum of California Art

A Political History of the American Rich

AirTalk for June 3, 2002

In his new book, Wealth and Democracy (Broadway Books), author and political commentator Kevin Phillips charts the ongoing saga of great wealth in America. He explores how the rich and politically powerful in this country have worked together to create or perpetuate privilege, often at the expense of the national interest and usually at the expense of the middle and lower classes.

Drake's Fortune

AirTalk for June 3, 2002

Larry Mantle talks with journalist and author Richard Rayner about his new book, Drake's Fortune (Doubleday), that details the story of scam artist Oscar Hartzell and his twenty-year ride at the helm of the most successful and longest running con game.

The Pasadena Museum of California Art

AirTalk for June 3, 2002

Larry Mantle talks with the founders and executive director of the new Pasadena Museum of California Art about the opening of the museum and what is included in the collection.