E-mail a friendApril 22, 2009
President emeritus of the Council on Foreign Relations and former New York Times editor Leslie Gelb explains how the definition of U.S. power has changed. Comedy legend David Brenner reflects on his upbringing in Philadelphia's tough neighborhoods and talks about finding one's own humor.
Leslie Gelb
Leslie Gelb
Pulitzer Prize winner says the U.S. is being very moderate in its exercise of power. (2:30)
Full interview. (10:59)
President emeritus of the Council on Foreign Relations, Leslie Gelb is considered one of the foremost writers and thinkers on American foreign policy. He held various positions at The New York Times, including Op-Ed page editor and national security correspondent, and won the Pulitzer for explanatory journalism. He also worked as a senior official in the State and Defense Departments, winning the highest award in each. In his new book, Power Rules, Gelb addresses how to use America's power in the 21st century.
David Brenner
David Brenner
Comedian jokes that being on Tavis' show should be his shining moment. (:55)
Full interview. (12:01)
Before his comedy career was launched by his debut on The Tonight Show—where he holds the record for most appearances—David Brenner had a notable career as a TV documentary writer-producer-director. He headed the documentary departments of both Westinghouse and Metromedia Broadcasting and won an Emmy. The Philadelphia native was a gang leader who used humor as a weapon and went on to graduate from Temple, majoring in mass communication. Brenner is a best-selling author and has starred on Broadway and in four HBO specials.