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An insightful and funny look at some of the impossible questions Alan Alda has asked himself over the years: What do I value? What, exactly, is the good life? (And what does that even mean?)

Picking up where his bestselling memoir left off–having been saved by emergency surgery after nearly dying on a mountaintop in Chile–Alda finds himself not only glad to be alive but searching for a way to squeeze the most juice out of his new life. Looking for a sense of meaning that would make this extra time count, he listens in on things he’s heard himself saying in private and in public at critical points in his life–from the turbulence of the sixties, to his first Broadway show, to the birth of his children, to the ache of September 11, and beyond. Reflecting on the transitions in his life and in all our lives, he notices that “doorways are where the truth is told,” and wonders if there’s one thing–art, activism, family, money, fame–that could lead to a “life of meaning.”

In a book that is candid, wise, and as questioning as it is incisive, Alda amuses and moves us with his unique and hilarious meditations on questions great and small. Things I Overheard While Talking to Myself is another superb Alan Alda performance, as inspiring and entertaining as the man himself.

Praise for Things I Overheard While Talking to Myself

“Engagingly thoughtful and thought-provoking . . . [Alan Alda] candidly shares many stories of his life, so easily and wittily you can hear him speak as you read.”
–Sydney Sun Herald

“Alda is chatty, easygoing and humble, rather like a Mr. Rogers for grownups. His words of inspiration would be a perfect gift for a college grad or for anyone facing major life changes.”
–Publishers Weekly (starred review)

“Smart, engaged, funny and observant.”
–San Antonio Express-News©2007 Mayflower Productions, Inc.; (P)2007 Random House, Inc. Random House Audio, a division of Random House, Inc. Biographies & Memoirs Relationships Funny Thought-Provoking Entertainment & Celebrities Memoir Witty Celebrity Money
Insightful Life Lessons • Inspiring Perspective • Personal Narration • Profound Reflections • Relatable Experiences

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I’ve grew up watching reruns of mash and I always loved Hawkeye. I got very interested in Alan Alda because I believed in his values. I love his books and will continue to read them. I love that he is reading them. I truly love his voice and could listen to him speak for hours. (which I have)

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His fascination with humanity, curiosity, the arts, science and the intersection of all makes for fascinating listening.m

Wise, witty and conversational

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Enjoyed his autobiography more.. didn't find this added much after having enjoyed the autobiography

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authentically read collection of speeches. read by the author himself, with small anecdotes of the life events that brought these speeches as context to the speaker's mindset. alan alda talks to himself and sometimes listens.

authentically read collection of speeches

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Alan Alden shares wonderful insights embedded in scenes from his life. His sense of humor, character, & sharp mind shine through as he share his perspective. Ultimately his focus is on relationships—building them, maintaining them & cherishing them. His idea that one should surrender to love will stay with me for a long time. May love “win” in your life too!

Insight from a comedian: a study in life.

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