Michael Interviews...

Former U.S. Senator Paul Simon
September 26, 1998

Bow-tied and a little bit liberal, former U.S. Senator Paul Simon joins Michael for a chat on the current state of U.S. affairs. He was once the prettiest baby in Eugene, Oregon, now all he wants is Michael's job. Listen in as Michael and the Senator talk about polls, the presidency, and a glass of good Illinois wine.

Patrick Brumleve -- Curator of the Cobden Museum
September 26, 1998

A Cobden institution since 1961, the Cobden Museum is known for Native American artifacts and an assortment of curiosities donated from people all over Southern Illinois. Listen in as Museum Curator Patrick Brumleve gives Michael a look at a penny peanut dispenser, a mustache cup for women, and leaves Michael holding the hair ball.