27: The Cruelty of Children June 21, 1996 Prologue A first-grader explains to host Ira Glass how bullies become bullies. His explanation: They read a book on how to be a bully.
43: Faustian Bargains Nov. 22, 1996 Act Three: Voyager Alix Spiegel tells the story of her friend Jayna, who made a Faustian bargain at 11 years old.
Act Five: First Contact Daniel Pinkwater reads his children's picture book Devil in the Drain. (4 minutes)