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David Simon, At The End Of His 'Wire'

Critically acclaimed HBO series The Wire came to its close earlier this year, and its fifth and final season was released on DVD on August 12.

Creator David Simon talks about the show, his career, and the city of Baltimore.

This interview was originally broadcast March 6, 2008.

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