Guest Picks: Kunal Nayyar

Kunal Nayyar and guest host Jonathan Capehart.

On September 17, Kunal Nayyar from the hit show 'The Big Bang Theory,' came into the studio to talk about his latest venture: a collection of humorous and autobiographical essays tracing his life from London, to New Delhi, and eventually to the City of Angels. We also discovered he's a big Leon Bridges fan. Check out more of his favorite reads and eats and more below!

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

I saw Jim Parson in "Act of God" and what started as a very funny and witty play ended up being incredibly poignant and moving. 

What are you listening to right now?

Leon Bridges

What’s the last great book you read? 

"An Equal Music" by Vikram Seth

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

I'm obsessed with golf.

What’s your favorite comfort food? 

Indian food. Or we just call it "food."