On the May 7, 2016 edition of "The New York Times Close Up," Judge Shira A. Scheindlin, who has has retired from the federal bench after 22 years of service and controversy, joins Sam Roberts to reflect on her work and future plans.

Former Public Advocate Mark Green talks about his latest book, "Bright, Infinite Future: A Generational Memoir on the Progressive Rise," which documents a life of activism as both insider and outsider...a heady combination.  

Richard Zacks, the author of "Island of Vice," talks about his latest book, "Chasing the Last Laugh."

The Times' N.R. Kleinfeld introduces us to Geri Taylor, who is in the early stages of Alzheimer's Disease. She and her husband Jim gave the Times access to their lives and thoughts about the disease, and their lives since.

And the New York Times reporters roundtable convenes.