Wrecked Highway was lucky enough to be granted access to all time “Funny Girl” and “Yenta”, Barbra Streisand around the release of her new record “The Movie Album.”

Wrecked Highway: Wow. Thank you for taking the time to meet with us.

Barbra Streisand: Happy to be here. Any chance to reach a new set of fans.

WH: So tell us about the new album. What was the inspiration?

BS: As always, It’s the music. Film has inspired so many great songs, like “Moon River” from “Breakfast at Tiffanys.” And I just felt that until I personally gave them the attention and voice they deserved, there would never be a definitive version. And, of course, I knew my fans wanted me to do this.

WH: You love your fans don’t you?

BS: Yes, they mean more to me than you could possibly imagine. [tearing up] The love. They. Excuse me. [An attendant hands Barbra a silk tissue]

WH: That’s very sweet. So I understand your version of “Smile” has been adopted by the Humane Society of the as the "Official Anthem of Spirit for those who have experienced the loss of their pet"?

BS: Talk about a career milestone. When I performed on Oprah I had these huge images of Sammy, my dead poodle, projected behind me. It was very moving. When Sammy died, I almost cried as hard as when I heard Prince of Tides wasn’t nominated for a Best Picture Oscar.

WH: That must have been tough to get past. It’s rumored that Yentl was driven by your desire to give your fans more of you. Was it the most rewarding experience of your career?

BS: While Yentl is one of the best films of its era, the most rewarding experience for me now is my new web site as I finally have a medium I can reach out to my fans and keep them constantly updated on my thoughts.

WH: Yes. We visited your web site. We particularly liked the “Statements” section. Very refreshing to see a celebrity so concerned with the world around them and willing to share those thoughts with their fans.

BS: Exactly. Thank you. I mean with the Bush administration lying to the people on a daily basis, someone has to let the people know the truth of what’s going on. And given my innate sensitivities and artistic insight into the world, who better than me to set the record straight.

WH: In a recent People Magazine interview you said you were often the target of the right wing groups because you said and I quote “Tell the truth.” And thus they have to target you personally. What did you mean by that? Are you divinely inspired?

BS: I think among the many gifts God gave me was my ability to get to the bottom of any issue and find the truth. And when I feel something, it so overwhelms me with emotion and positivity that I just know it has to be right.

WH: It must be. I imagine such confidence helps you overcome so many people thinking you’re a self-important tiresome cunt. On to your friend Bill Clinton, now wasn’t he notorious for his lying?

BS: It’s different. Bill just fibbed and mainly lied to his family. That’s what matters. Haven’t you read Al Franken’s new book? You really shouldn’t discuss things like this until you have. It clearly outlines when lying is acceptable in politics.

WH: We’re still trying to get through “Stupid White Men.” Maybe once we’re done with that.

BS: Good.

WH: You recently field a a $10-million lawsuit against an environmental group who posted a high-resolution photograph of your Malibu estate documenting erosion along the California coast. What happened?

BS: Look. I’m more concerned with then erosion of the California coastline than most people I know. But I must draw the line when the evironmental movement starts invading my privacy. It is not easy being me, and my privacy is essential to my well being.

WH: Isn’t it to us all. How do you feel about Arnold Schwarzenegger being governor?

BS: I just don’t get it. I told my fans to vote no on the recall. [tearing up again] Did they not listen to me? I thought they loved me. He is a movie star! How can he possibly know how to govern our state.

WH: It is odd. What do you think of Howard Stern?

BS: Bully. Mean. I can’t believe he’s Jewish.

WH: We hear he isn’t.

BS: Really? Good.

WH: We hear you love to have your ass probed with the index finger during sex. Can you confirm that.

BS: Yes. It’s true.

WH: Perfect You have a really have a big heart. And you have so much money. Have you ever thought of just giving it all away to help other people?

BS: Of course I do. I don’t need all of this. [gesturing to her lavishly decorated living room and views of the Pacific Ocean]. But my fans expect a lot of me. I couldn’t disappoint them by living in a studio apartment in Culver City like a common janitor. I am Barbra Streisand after all!

WH: So true. Thanks again and good luck with the new album.