Best Of: Mariska Hargitay / Marc Maron

This episode of Fresh Air features an interview with Peter Guralnick, author of "The Colonel and the King," a book about Elvis Presley's manager, Colonel Tom Parker. Guralnick discusses his preconceptions about Parker, the Colonel's role in defending Elvis's artistic choices, and Parker's background, including his fictitious identity and carnival work. The conversation explores specific instances where Parker supported Elvis, such as with "Heartbreak Hotel" and the film "King Creole," and touches on Elvis's film career, his relationship with Parker, and the challenges of Elvis's later years. The episode includes several Elvis songs to illustrate points made during the interview.