Fresh Air, Shalom Auslander and A. J. Jacobs, October 8, 2007

This edition of Fresh Air features writers Shalom Auslander and A. J. Jacobs discussing their works and experiences. Auslander shares insights from his memoir about growing up in a strict Orthodox Jewish community, while Jacobs talks about his year-long experiments with biblical literalism and exploring vast knowledge through the encyclopedia. Both authors have contributed to major publications and bring unique, thought-provoking perspectives to their storytelling.