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“Terry Quinn lost his sight because of diabetic retinopathy and struggled with losing his independence. In 2020, he was partnered with a guide dog named Spencer, who helped him regain his confidence and freedom.

On Reunion Hotel, Terry meets the woman who raised Spencer as a puppy and thanks her for the important role she played in his life. Spencer also had the chance to reunite with his siblings, Olga, Oliver, Orla, and Matthew, which made the reunion even more special and emotional.“

@briefbutspectacular 🎥 Ten years ago, Anthony Bourdain agreed to stand for this BBS interview. At the time, I was working out of a co-working space, and when the receptionist called and said, "Tony is here," I almost didn't know who she was talking about.

He arrived alone and was both kind and soft-spoken.

We filmed in a tiny windowless office with terrible lighting. Only as we wrapped did I notice a growing collection of people hovering nearby, hoping to catch a glimpse of him. It was a reminder of just how deeply his work had embedded itself into people's lives.

Anthony Bourdain made people feel connected to the world and to each other. Through food, travel, and curiosity, he expanded our understanding of culture, humanity, and the lives of those far different from our own.

He died by suicide eight years ago. We're reposting this conversation in his memory and with deep gratitude for the way he encouraged millions of people to look outward with empathy, curiosity, and appetite for the world around them.