Our first guest is Allan Topol, a national bestselling author known for his gripping international thrillers. With 18 novels to his name—including his latest, The Poor Man’s Club—Topol has captivated readers worldwide, with Chinese, Japanese, Portuguese, and Hebrew translations. A Carnegie Institute of Technology and Yale Law School graduate, he has had a distinguished legal career while researching dramatic global locations for his Craig Page Series. Today, he joins us to discuss the latest installment in the series.

Our second guest is Keith O’Brien, a "New York Times" bestselling author and award-winning journalist. He shares insights from his newest bestseller, Charlie Hustle: The Rise and Fall of Pete Rose, and the Last Glory Days of Baseball. This compelling narrative draws from exclusive interviews with Rose and those close to him, along with FBI files, court records, and extensive media coverage. O’Brien offers a never-before-seen look into the complex legacy of Pete Rose—baseball’s all-time hits leader and one of the game’s most controversial figures.

Fairfax Radio-Topol-O'Brien 4-15-2025-Lets Just Talk

On this episode of Let's Just Talk with host Kathryn Raaker, we’re joined by two outstanding authors whose work explores both political suspense and American sports history.

Our first guest is Allan Topol, a national bestselling author known for his gripping international thrillers. With 18 novels to his name—including his latest, The Poor Man’s Club—Topol has captivated readers worldwide, with Chinese, Japanese, Portuguese, and Hebrew translations. A Carnegie Institute of Technology and Yale Law School graduate, he has had a distinguished legal career while researching dramatic global locations for his Craig Page Series. Today, he joins us to discuss the latest installment in the series.



Our second guest is Keith O’Brien, a "New York Times" bestselling author and award-winning journalist. He shares insights from his newest bestseller, Charlie Hustle: The Rise and Fall of Pete Rose, and the Last Glory Days of Baseball. This compelling narrative draws from exclusive interviews with Rose and those close to him, along with FBI files, court records, and extensive media coverage. O’Brien offers a never-before-seen look into the complex legacy of Pete Rose—baseball’s all-time hits leader and one of the game’s most controversial figures.

W4CY -Topol-O'Brien- 4-17-2025 and 4-20-2025- Lets Just Talk

Kathryn Raaker hosts a nationally syndicated magazine format radio program on AM/FM, Internet streaming, and on her free iTunes App. The show features topics for today’s audience. Whether it is a guest talking about the newest technology, politics, health, or other topics, it is all about informing her listeners. Kathryn has been in broadcasting for almost 30 years and is featured on the Wilkins Radio Networks, Fairfax Radio Network, W4Cy & W4Vet Networks, and WVFR AM out of Pittsburg. So tune into "Let’s Just Talk! Radio" to be informed and entertained!

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