Guest Picks: Andrew Rannells

The Leonard Lopate Show | Apr 28, 2011

Broadway star Andrew Rannells stopped by The Leonard Lopate Show to talk about his role in "The Book of Mormon," and shared some of what he's been reading and listening to lately with us!

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

The Kids Are All Right.  I didn’t expect to be so moved by that.

What are you listening to right now?

Adele 21

What’s the last great book you read?

Freedom – Jonathan Franzen

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

Hoarders on A&E.  Thrilling and terrifying.

What’s your favorite comfort food?

Subway sandwiches…  sad, I know.

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