Viewing wealth accumulation as a game shaped by luck and wiring

Life magazine's role in making the world visible to Americans

McCain's Liberty Medal speech and its message of unity and decency

Father's experience with racism and opportunities found abroad

Friendships with artists and incorporating their work into restaurants

Father's sudden death from polio and the family's stoic response to grief

Shared passion for art and collaboration with Frank Gehry on a new restaurant

Learning of McCain's brain cancer diagnosis and immediate surgery

McCain's temper as an expression of passion and high standards

Ben Bradlee's World War II service and its lasting influence on his character

John's reluctance to discuss Washington politics at home and family life

Learning about father's POW experience from fellow veterans' stories

Hiring early staff and opening night chaos at Spago

Nicknames and camaraderie among the "Bad Bunch" at the Naval Academy

Avon's founding mission of economic empowerment for women

Contrasting the objectivity of Wall Street with the pitfalls of partisan politics

Running eleven partnerships as a one-man band out of his home

Approach to philanthropy and distributing wealth across five foundations

Witnessing Obama's inauguration and reflecting on its historical significance

Portrayals of women in advertising during the late 1960s and 1970s

Inspiring the next generation of girls to pursue racing

Origins and evolution of the Straight Talk Express bus format

Advantages and challenges of being a Chinese American journalist in China

Library privacy principles and compliance with government legislation

Reflections on aging, mental sharpness, and enthusiasm for life at 84

Coming out as gay and navigating identity, family, and reparative therapy