Mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato stopped by The Leonard Lopate Show to talk about her role in "Le Comte Ory" and shared some of her favorite picks with us.

What have you read or seen over the past year (book, play, film, etc…) that moved or surprised you?

I just saw “Mystic River” on TV – shattering film with astonishing performances from some of my favorite actors

What are you listening to right now?

Pink Martini!

(my theme/favorite song: “Everywhere”)

What’s the last great book you read?

“The Power of One” by Bryce Courtenay

What’s one thing you’re a fan of that people might not expect?

“The Biggest Loser”

What’s your favorite comfort food?

My homemade Apple Pie + my husband’s Carbonara