Comics seemed to have a handle on things. They could sort of disarm and get control over reality. I found it very comforting to laugh.

Once I learned how to talk, personally, by myself to any number of people, which means do radio without talking to anyone in particular on the air - I just found that my brain became very free to engage in a sort of stream-of-consciousness style of doing what I do.

People who have babies tell me I will know a love that is beyond anything I can imagine, and a joy that is indescribable. Love and joy? That sounds horrifying. I have no way of knowing whether I can handle either of those. I'm much better with need and fear. They are what ground me.

I was married once before, and I stopped.

I'm sad to see the passing of the great drug warriors. I certainly did my part in that battle and I don't regret any of it.

They used to have a smoking section at most airports. No more. They now have these glass-encased rooms. You're not just a smoker, you're an example to other people. You're an exhibit at a futuristic zoo.

I don't make a list of questions. Ever. I think a lot of my interviews are driven by my need to feel connection.