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This Fresh Air interview focuses on Colson Whitehead's novel The Nickel Boys, a fictionalized account of the Dozier School for Boys in Florida, where numerous abuses occurred. The conversation begins with a reading from the book, followed by a discussion of Whitehead's research process and the historical context of th...
This Fresh Air interview podcast explores the untold story of Marty Goddard, the largely uncredited creator of the rape kit. The interview begins with the author, Pagan Kennedy, explaining her discovery of Goddard's contributions while researching rape kit backlogs. Kennedy details Goddard's work with runaway youth, ...
This interview podcast features Terry Gross interviewing Pico Iyer, author of the memoir "Aflame: Learning from Silence." The conversation centers around Iyer's experiences with wildfires—one that destroyed his home and another that threatened the Benedictine monastery where he's spent decades on silent retreats. Iye...
This interview podcast features Dave Davies interviewing David Sanger, a New York Times correspondent, about Donald Trump's potential foreign policy. The discussion begins with Trump's controversial statements regarding Greenland, Canada, and the Panama Canal, with Sanger fact-checking Trump's claim about China operat...
This Fresh Air interview features comedian Roy Wood Jr., discussing his new comedy special, "Lonely Flowers," and his career. The conversation begins with Wood's comedic style, touching on his use of the N-word and his approach to incorporating both mainstream and culturally specific humor. It then shifts to his expe...
This Fresh Air Weekend podcast features conversations with Tilda Swinton and Adrien Brody about their latest films, The Room Next Door and The Brutalist. Swinton shares her thoughts on playing a woman who opts for assisted suicide, revealing the personal connections she feels due to her own experiences with loved ones ...
This Fresh Air episode delves into the new Bob Dylan biopic, "A Complete Unknown," featuring interviews with key figures from his life. It starts with Suze Rotolo, Dylan's girlfriend, who shares her insights from a 2008 interview about their relationship, the story behind their famous album cover, and her move to Italy...
This Fresh Air segment honors former President Jimmy Carter through a collection of past interviews featuring him and his daughter Amy. It dives into the many layers of Carter's life beyond his presidency, touching on his poetry, his beliefs about the connection between faith and politics—especially concerning issues l...
In this interview on Fresh Air, Tilda Swinton shares insights into her role in Pedro Almodóvar's latest film, The Room Next Door. The film follows a woman's choice to end her life and the friend who stands by her side. Swinton connects deeply with the film’s themes of death, reflecting on her own experiences with loved...
In this Fresh Air interview, Adrien Brody shares insights into his Golden Globe-winning performance in "The Brutalist," a gripping film that runs over three hours and follows a Hungarian refugee architect as he rebuilds his life in post-war America. Brody reveals his personal connection to the character, drawing on his...
In this Fresh Air interview, science journalist Lynne Peeples discusses her book "The Inner Clock," which delves into how circadian rhythms influence our health—not just our sleep. Peeples shares her unique experience living in a light-deprived bunker to better understand her own rhythms. The conversation highlights th...
In this episode of Fresh Air Weekend, comedian Ronny Chieng and author Miranda July take center stage. Chieng shares insights about his latest Netflix comedy special, his role on The Daily Show, and the challenges of discussing political differences with friends. Meanwhile, July delves into her novel All Fours, which e...
In this Fresh Air interview, comedian Nikki Glaser dives into her unique brand of comedy that often toes the line between funny and offensive. She shares insights about her comedic approach, which frequently centers on sex and its absurdities, as well as her own struggles with depression and suicidal thoughts. Glaser a...
This Fresh Air episode from 2024 features engaging interviews with Alex Van Halen and Selena Gomez. In the segment with Van Halen, he dives into his memoir, "Brothers," where he shares insights about the band's journey, his bond with brother Eddie, and the mix of collaboration and conflict they experienced. On the othe...
In this Fresh Air interview, actor Sterling K. Brown opens up about his career and the personal connections he finds in his roles. He reflects on his portrayal of Christopher Darden in The People v. O.J. Simpson, his Emmy-winning performance in This Is Us, and his role in Black Panther. Brown candidly discusses how his...
In this Fresh Air interview, Mark Ruffalo discusses his Oscar-nominated performance in "Poor Things," marking a notable shift from his familiar dramatic and superhero roles. He opens up about his initial doubts regarding taking on a comedic role in a period piece and reflects on his experience with motion capture while...
In this episode of Fresh Air, we celebrate former President Jimmy Carter through a collection of interviews conducted by Terry Gross over the years. The episode follows Carter’s journey, from his early political struggles against corruption in Georgia to his significant efforts after leaving office, focusing on conflic...
This episode of Fresh Air Weekend features captivating conversations with singer-songwriter Maggie Rogers and punk icon Kathleen Hanna. Rogers shares insights about her new album, "Don't Forget Me," and explains how creating a persona helped her tell a more authentic, yet fictional, story. She also reflects on her time...
In this Fresh Air interview, pioneering TV journalist Connie Chung shares insights from her memoir. She reflects on her career journey, shedding light on the challenges she faced as a woman in a predominantly male industry, and recounts experiences of sexism and discrimination. Chung discusses a difficult interview wit...
This Fresh Air interview features actor Jeremy Strong, discussing his roles in the film The Apprentice (playing Roy Cohn) and HBO's Succession (playing Kendall Roy). The conversation covers Strong's meticulous approach to portraying historical figures, emphasizing emotional truth over strict factual accuracy. He deta...
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