Steve Vogel's Clippings

Do you know the name Drew Pearson? If you do, it’s probably that of the Pro Football Hall of Famer who starred as a wide receiver in his decade with the Dallas Cowboys, beginning in 1973. Now a bit of trivia: His parents named him for their … [Read more...] about The Other Drew Pearson

Benjamin Franklin, Mark Twain and even Will Rogers--expert satirists in their days--could never have anticipated what technology has done to intensify the sting and broaden the reach of political satire. Late-night television has made politicians … [Read more...] about The Year 1930 Psalm

F. Lee Bailey, the once-prominent and flamboyant defense attorney, has died at the age of 87. I didn’t know him, but I did know his brother Bill. Bill was immensely proud of his brother. Can you imagine attending Harvard Law School while your … [Read more...] about F. Lee Bailey’s brother

It was three years ago today that Lou Adler died. For decades he arguably was New York City’s best-known—and best—radio newsman. For me he was a mentor and friend. Lou began his radio career with CBS and became news director at the network’s New … [Read more...] about Remembering Lou Adler, now three years gone

To Chris Wallace: You’re to be forgiven if you’re having bad dreams about what could occur in the first Trump-Biden debate you’re about to moderate. I’ve refereed several broadcast debates over the years—but none so laden with so many perilous … [Read more...] about A little pre-debate advice for Chris Wallace

Among the many interesting people I interviewed in my 22 years as host of a radio talk show were Ed and Lorraine Warren, sometimes referred to as the “grandparents of paranormal investigation”. Their story is featured in a new two-hour … [Read more...] about Ed and Lorraine Warren