February 10, 2004
Chuck D talks about the politics of young voters. Joe Eszterhas reflects on life away from Hollywood.
Chuck D
Chuck D is the founder of Public Enemy, considered a pioneer of politically conscious rap music. The group is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a new CD. An outspoken advocate of music on the Web, Chuck D delivers his message through various mediums. He launched the multi-format 'supersite' Rapstation, has hosted Air America Radio shows and narrated a short film explaining the impact of conflict diamonds on Africa. He also frequently appears as a guest lecturer at colleges across the country.
Joe Eszterhas
Before becoming one of Hollywood's most controversial-and highest paid-writers, Joe Eszterhas wrote for Rolling Stone magazine. His non-fiction book, Charlie Simpson's Apocalypse, changed the course of his career. Eszterhas scripted such hits as Flashdance, Jagged Edge and Basic Instinct. His latest effort is an explosive tell-all book, Hollywood Animal.


