Bob Scheer on Hunter S. Thompson

Bob Scheer and I chatted about Hunter Thompson for his KCRW podcast. Happily, Bob brought his vast experience to bear on the topic. He and Thompson met at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, which I argue was a turning point for HST. Bob was working for Ramparts at the time; two years later, his boss (Warren Hinkle) helped birth Gonzo journalism at Scanlan's Monthly. Always energizing to chat with Bob, gratifying that he liked the book so much, and I love the Mr. Fish illustration.