The New York Times Close Up 7/16/16

On the July 16, 2016 edition of "The New York Times Close Up," the writer Gay Talese joins Sam Roberts to discuss  his latest book, "The Voyeur's Motel." reviewed in this Sunday's Times Book Review.

Elizabeth Spayd, the New York Times new Public Editor, discusses her mandate and approach to her work.  

Lewis M. Steel describes his life and his autobiography, "The Butler's Child."

And the New York Times reporters roundtable convenes.