Nov 25th, 2008 · With a Kodak Instamatic sent by his mother, Marty Stuart went out to "terrorize everybody in country music" at the age of 13. His new book, Country Music: The Masters, collects Stuart's photos of Johnny Cash, Bill Monroe and more in an effort to preserve country music's roots.
Sep 30th, 2008 · Author Tom Wolfe calls them "Masters of the Universe" — the ambitious young people who took Wall Street by storm in the 1980s and helped usher in an era of greed and prosperity. But where are they now? Two words: hedge funds. Madeleine Brand talks to Wolfe about how these people are faring now.
Apr 10th, 2008 · Tiger Woods is again a favorite to win the Masters tournament in Augusta, Ga. With an improved game, Commentator John Feinstein says, Woods is better and more intimidating than ever.
Apr 9th, 2007 · Zach Johnson emerged from nowhere to win the golf Masters tournament Sunday. He beat top player Tiger Woods to take home a boatload of money and reign at the top of the golf world. One of Johnson's backers talks about investing in a winner.
Apr 5th, 2007 · This year's Masters golf tournament promises a showdown between longtime rivals Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson. But a hot putter is often the great equalizer at Augusta National. Play begins Thursday.
Aug 3rd, 2006 · Episodes from the 1980s cartoon He-Man and the Masters of the Universe are now available on DVD. Slate contributor Sam Anderson offers a remembrance of his favorite childhood show -- a cartoon so bad, it's good...
Jan 3rd, 2006 · Brian Walker, son of Hi and Lois creator Mort Walker, has co-edited a new book that traces the history of America's funny pages in the 20th century. Walker now writes the Hi and Lois strip with his brother, editor Greg Walker, and illustrator Chance Browne.
Dec 7th, 2005 · The prospect of holiday parties fill some with dread. But mastering the art of small talk can make conversations with strangers more enjoyable. Debra Fine shares her tips for getting through holiday parties unscathed.