When you put two creative, well-known personalities together in conversation, it’s hard to stop listening.

In his new radio series, "Here’s the Thing," award-winning actor Alec Baldwin gives the listener unique entrée into the lives of some of today’s most exciting performers.

Baldwin sidesteps the predictable by taking listeners inside the dressing rooms, apartments, and offices of some of the leading creative personalities of our time, including David Letterman, Billy Joel, Chris Rock, Kristin Wiig and Erica Jong.

Employing an engaging mixture of curiosity, intelligence and warmth, Baldwin explores what motivates his guests, how they feel about what they do, and what keeps them up at night.

Give the latest VPR Saturday Special, "Here's The Thing," with host Alec Baldwin a listen, then let us know what you think.

The VPR Saturday Special airs at 4 p.m.