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May 5, 2006

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Journalist Sebastian Junger explains the complications surrounding the Boston Strangler case. Actress Marlo Thomas gives the backstory of her books, The Right Words at the Right Time.


Sebastian Junger

Sebastian Junger

Sebastian Junger

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Investigative journalist Sebastian Junger is drawn to stories of adventure. He won a National Magazine Award for his world travels covering life on the edge. He's also credited with reviving a new genre of storytelling - the true-life disaster tale. His debut book, The Perfect Storm, was a publishing phenom. In his latest, Death in Belmont, he investigates his family's connection to the Boston Strangler murders. A native of Belmont, MA, Junger writes for numerous magazines, including Vanity Fair and Men's Journal.


 

Marlo Thomas

Marlo Thomas

Marlo Thomas

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Actress, producer, best-selling author and passionate activist are all evidenced on Marlo Thomas' résumé. A four-time Emmy winner, she was inducted into the Broadcasting Hall of Fame for her TV work, which includes the landmark series That Girl. Her book titles include two volumes of The Right Words at the Right Time. An activist for women's rights and children's causes, the Michigan native works tirelessly for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, founded by her show business legend dad, Danny Thomas.