What Makes for Greatness

The Leonard Lopate Show | May 10, 2010
Today we’ll explore the qualities that make a great teacher…and be sure to tell us what you think by calling or leaving a comment below. Then, Daniel Menaker explains what makes for a good conversation. Plus, legendary mezzo-soprano Marilyn Horne discusses her career and her return to Carnegie Hall. And Ruth Reichl, the former editor-in-chief of Gourmet, discusses its closing and the future of food magazines.

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