Fresh Air from WHYY, the Peabody Award-winning weekday magazine of contemporary arts and issues, is one of public radio's most popular programs. Hosted by Terry Gross and Tonya Mosley, the show features intimate conversations with today's biggest luminaries. Support public media by joining NPR+ at plus.npr.org. You’ll get perks for over 25 NPR podcasts, including weekly bonus episodes and curated playlists of archive interviews from Fresh Air. And subscribe to our weekly newsletter, Fresh Air Weekly, to get interview highlights, staff recommendations, gems from the archive, and the week's interviews and reviews all in one place. Sign up at www.whyy.org/freshair
This episode of Fresh Air features Tonya Mosley interviewing writer and poet Ocean Vuong about his new novel, "The Emperor of Gladness," which explores working-class life, caregiving, and survival in a fictional post-industrial Connecticut town. Vuong discusses his motivations for writing the book, his own experiences ...
In this episode of Fresh Air, Terry Gross interviews Harvard Law Professor Noah Feldman about the Trump administration's actions against Harvard University, including frozen grants, investigations, and attempts to control curriculum and enrollment. Feldman argues that these actions are an assault on academic freedom an...
This Fresh Air podcast features an interview with actor Mark Hamill, conducted by Sam Briger, focusing on Hamill's role in the new movie "The Life of Chuck," his iconic portrayal of Luke Skywalker in Star Wars, and his extensive voice acting career, including his role as the Joker in Batman: The Animated Series. Hamill...
This Fresh Air episode features an interview with Todd Purdum, author of "Desi Arnaz: The Man Who Invented Television." Purdum discusses Arnaz's life, his marriage to Lucille Ball, and his significant contributions to the television industry, particularly his role in creating "I Love Lucy" and Desilu Productions. The c...
This edition of Fresh Air Weekend features two in-depth interviews and a music review. First, Terry Gross interviews comedian Sarah Silverman about her new Netflix comedy special, "PostMortem," which delves into the death of her father and stepmother. Silverman discusses how she incorporated material from her father's ...
This episode of Fresh Air features an interview with David Leitch, a former stuntman turned Hollywood director, known for films like "Bullet Train" and "Deadpool 2." The interview, conducted by Terry Gross, delves into Leitch's career transition, the intricacies and risks of stunt work, and his experiences doubling for...
Terry Gross interviews comedian Sarah Silverman about her new Netflix comedy special, "PostMortem," which delves into the recent deaths of her father and stepmother. Silverman discusses how she incorporated material from her father's eulogy into her stand-up, the experience of witnessing her stepmother's battle with pa...
In this episode of Fresh Air, Tonya Mosley interviews George Packer from The Atlantic about his article "The Talented Mr. Vance," a profile of Vice President JD Vance. Packer discusses Vance's transformation from a thoughtful author in "Hillbilly Elegy" to a politician known for inflammatory rhetoric. They explore Vanc...
This Fresh Air episode features two segments: an interview with author James Patterson and a review of accordionist Will Holshouser's new album. The interview with Patterson covers his prolific writing career, collaborative process, early influences like Thomas Merton, and his philanthropic efforts, particularly suppor...
In this episode of Fresh Air, Terry Gross interviews Amir Questlove Thompson about his documentary, "Sly Lives, aka The Burden of Black Genius," which explores the life, music, and legacy of Sly Stone and his band, Sly and the Family Stone. Questlove discusses Sly's innovative musical techniques, including his use of "...
This edition of Fresh Air Weekend covers a range of topics including the use of AI in education, the impact of technology on motherhood, and a review of a new documentary about John Lennon and Yoko Ono. The first segment features a discussion with Kashmir Hill, a tech reporter, about how professors are using AI in thei...
This episode of Fresh Air remembers the life and work of Broadway composer Charles Strouse, who recently passed away at 96. The show features excerpts from two interviews Terry Gross conducted with Strouse in 1994 and 2002, discussing his early classical training, his transition to popular music, and the stories behind...
In this episode of Fresh Air, Tonya Mosley interviews actor Walton Goggins, discussing his career, childhood, and recent experiences, including hosting Saturday Night Live. Goggins shares stories about his upbringing in the South, his relationship with his mother, and the influence of his family on his values and appro...
In this episode of Fresh Air, Tonya Mosley interviews New York Times tech reporter Kashmir Hill about the increasing use of artificial intelligence in education and daily life. They discuss how students and professors are using AI tools like ChatGPT, the ethical concerns surrounding AI-generated content, and the potent...
In this episode of Fresh Air, Terry Gross interviews Jake Tapper, CNN's chief Washington correspondent, about his new book, "Original Sin: President Biden's Decline, Its Cover-Up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again." Tapper discusses the concerns surrounding President Biden's cognitive decline, the alleged attempts...
This episode explores Cole Escola's journey in creating and starring in the Broadway comedy "Oh Mary," a reimagining of Mary Todd Lincoln's life, nominated for multiple Tony Awards. Escola discusses the initial inspiration for the play, stemming from a desire to subvert expectations surrounding well-known historical fi...
This episode explores the themes of cultural identity, assimilation, and the complexities of faith in the context of post-9/11 America and the entertainment industry. Terry Gross interviews Ramy Youssef about his new animated series, "Number One Happy Family USA," which delves into the experiences of an Egyptian-Americ...
This episode explores the career of Colin Blundstone, lead singer of The Zombies, focusing on the band's early success, unique sound, and lasting impact. Blundstone recounts winning a local contest that led to their recording contract and explains the origin of the band's unusual name. He attributes The Zombies' distin...
This episode explores the wellness industry, dissecting its marketing tactics and impact on women, particularly the pressure to achieve an idealized self through costly and often dubious practices. Amy Larocca, author of "How to Be Well," discusses how wellness is marketed as a luxury good, exploiting insecurities and ...
This episode explores the high cost of prescription drugs, particularly the cancer drug Revlimid, through the lens of investigative reporter David Armstrong's personal experience as a multiple myeloma patient. Armstrong details his diagnosis and subsequent research into the drug's pricing, revealing that while it costs...
Follow this podcast in Podwise
Sign in to get AI summaries, transcripts and mind maps for any episode, including new ones.
