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This remarkable 1994 episode brings together bestselling relationship author John Gray and acclaimed Canadian actor Bruce Greenwood, along with author Tom Koch and singer-songwriter Jeff Smallwood. John Gray, whose 1992 book “Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus” became the highest-ranked work of non-fiction of the 1990s, discusses his groundbreaking insights into gender communication differences. The book sold over 15 million copies and remained on bestseller lists for more than four years, eventually being published in more than 35 languages. Gray’s accessible metaphor?that men and women are from distinct planets with fundamentally different psychological frameworks?revolutionized relationship counseling and made him the #1 bestselling relationship author of all time, with over 50 million books sold worldwide.

Bruce Greenwood, one of Canada’s most versatile actors, was in the midst of his breakthrough 1990s period, having earned critical acclaim for his work with director Atom Egoyan in “Exotica” (1994) and preparing for “The Sweet Hereafter” (1997), which would earn him a Genie Award nomination. Greenwood discusses his craft and the emergence of Canadian independent cinema on the world stage. He would go on to portray President John F. Kennedy in “Thirteen Days” (2000), winning a Golden Satellite Award, and later play Captain Christopher Pike in J.J. Abrams’ “Star Trek” franchise reboot.

Tom Koch discusses his book “Watersheds,” exploring environmental and water resource issues, while Jeff Smallwood showcases his musical talents. A fascinating convergence of relationship psychology, Canadian acting excellence, environmental consciousness, and musical artistry.