Lights, Camera, Author!

My interview with Thomas Doherty, author of "How Film Became History"

My interview with Simon Goddard, author of "The Comeback: Elvis and the Story of the '68 Special"

In this episode of "Light Camera Author," host Jim Junot interviewed journalist and best-selling author Christopher McDougal about his new book "Starstruck," which investigates the disturbing allegations surrounding Mexican pop star Gloria Trevi and her manager Sergio Andrade. McDougal explained how he first encountered the case while working as a foreign correspondent in Africa, and described his challenging journey to interview Trevi in prison in Brazil. The discussion covered the sexual abuse and corruption allegations tied to Trevi and Andrade's entourage, the powerful influence of fame in shaping public perceptions, and the ongoing legal cases against the accused. McDougal also shared that he is currently working on a book about bodysurfing, marking a significant departure from his previous investigative work.

My interview with Michael Gingold, author of "Ad Nauseum"

In this episode of "Light Camera Author," host Jim Junot interviewed historian and author Peter Richardson about his new book, "Brand New Beat: The Wild Rise of Rolling Stone Magazine." Richardson discussed the origins and early years of Rolling Stone, from its founding in 1967 by Jan Wenner and Ralph Gleason, to its evolution over the first decade. They explored the magazine's influence on culture and music, its groundbreaking journalism, and the roles of notable writers like Hunter S. Thompson and Cameron Crowe. The conversation also touched on Rolling Stone's approach to covering controversial topics and its impact on the media landscape, drawing parallels to today's digital media environment.