Guest Picks: Al Roker

The Leonard Lopate Show | Aug 11, 2015

Weatherman and Today Show host Al Roker popped into our studio August 11th not to give us the forecast, but to teach us about the deadliest disaster in American history: The Great Gulf Hurricane of 1900. During his time with us, we also got him to dish on some of his favorite listens and eats. Don't miss them below!

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

Hamilton (the musical)

What are you listening to right now?

Serial

What’s the last great book you read?

“Dead Wake” by Erik Larson

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

“The A-Team”

What’s your favorite comfort food?

2” bone-in ribeye

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