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In this Fresh Air interview, multidisciplinary artist Mickalene Thomas discusses her work that highlights Black women in roles of leisure and power, challenging conventional portrayals in fine art. The conversation delves into her exhibition "All About Love," where she reinterprets classic paintings to celebrate Black ...
In this Fresh Air interview, musician Jerron Paxton discusses his new album, "Things Done Changed," which features his original songs. Paxton's music draws inspiration from early 20th-century folk, blues, and jazz, while also addressing modern themes. He describes himself as a "throwback," highlighting the expressive p...
In this episode of Fresh Air Weekend, John David and Malcolm Washington share insights about their Netflix film adaptation of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson, which explores the tension between a brother and sister over a cherished family piano. The show also features Selena Gomez discussing her role in the Spanish-la...
In this Fresh Air interview, Pharrell Williams shares insights about his new Lego-animated biopic, "Piece By Piece." The film creatively combines music, documentary, and animation to narrate his life story, from growing up in public housing in Virginia Beach to achieving success in the music industry. Pharrell discusse...
In this Fresh Air interview, celebrated cellist Yo-Yo Ma shares insights into his life and career. He reflects on his journey from a child prodigy playing for presidents to his current views on music and existence. Ma discusses his distinctive upbringing, the struggle to maintain artistic integrity in the spotlight, an...
In this Fresh Air interview, Michael Owen, the author of Ira Gershwin, A Life in Words, delves into the life and career of the legendary lyricist. The conversation highlights the dynamic partnership between Ira and his brother George, showcasing their contrasting personalities and songwriting styles. Owen also discusse...
In this Fresh Air interview, Malcolm and John David Washington discuss their collaboration on the Netflix adaptation of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson. They share their personal connections to the play and film, reflect on their relationship with their father, Denzel Washington, and explore the legacy of August Wilso...
In this Fresh Air interview, Bailey Williams, author of the memoir "Hollow," shares her journey through disordered eating and sexism during her time in the Marine Corps. She highlights the alarming prevalence of eating disorders among female Marines, attributing it to the military's focus on physical strength and self-...
In this episode of Fresh Air Weekend, host Terry Gross interviews Michael Schur, the creator of Netflix's "A Man on the Inside," and Jimmy O. Yang, the star of Hulu's "Interior Chinatown." Schur shares the inspiration behind his new series, which draws from a Chilean documentary about an elderly man going undercover in...
In a Fresh Air interview, Scott Eyman delves into his book, Charlie Chaplin vs. America, shedding light on the controversial aspects of Chaplin's life beyond his legendary films. The conversation reveals how Chaplin faced multiple investigations by U.S. agencies like the FBI and CIA, largely due to his anti-Hitler film...
In this Fresh Air interview, Michael Schur, the creator of Netflix's A Man on the Inside, shares insights about his comedy series inspired by a Chilean documentary about an elderly man going undercover in a nursing home. He delves into the show's creative origins, his collaboration with Ted Danson, and the ethical chal...
In a Fresh Air interview, former Washington Post editor Marty Baron and New Yorker editor David Remnick delve into the dangers Donald Trump poses to the American press. They express deep concern over Trump's threats of retribution against journalists he labels as "enemies," which could include legal actions, harassment...
In this Fresh Air interview, Selena Gomez opens up about her new Spanish-language musical film, Emilia Perez, and reflects on her journey through acting and music. She shares her experience of intensive Spanish language training for the film, connecting it to her cultural roots and the emotional richness of the languag...
In this Fresh Air interview, Jimmy O. Yang, the star of Hulu's Interior Chinatown, shares insights about his character's journey from a background extra to a leading role, reflecting his own path as an Asian American in the entertainment industry. He reminisces about his childhood in Hong Kong, his family's immigration...
In this episode of Fresh Air Weekend, the focus is on chronic itch, a debilitating condition that often goes unnoticed in the medical field. Annie Lowrey, a staff writer for The Atlantic who experiences chronic itch due to a rare liver disease, shares her struggles with this intense and consuming ailment, highlighting ...
In this Fresh Air interview, actress Kerri Russell discusses her performances in "The Diplomat" and "The Americans," while also reminiscing about her early days on "The Mickey Mouse Club." She offers valuable insights into her characters, emphasizing the challenges and rewards of portraying complex women in intense sit...
In this Fresh Air interview, author Richard Price talks about his latest novel, Lazarus Man. Set in Harlem in 2008, the story delves into the lives of residents affected by a devastating building collapse. Price shares insights into his writing journey, reflecting on his transition from self-referential novels to scree...
In a recent Fresh Air interview, Zanny Minton Beddoes, editor-in-chief of The Economist, delves into what a second Trump presidency could mean for global affairs. She examines Trump's likely foreign policy team, suggesting they may adopt a more serious and focused stance, especially towards China. Beddoes warns of a po...
In a Fresh Air interview, Annie Lowrey shares her experiences related to her Atlantic article on itch. Living with a rare liver disease, she endures a chronic and debilitating itch that can be so intense it feels hallucinatory. The discussion delves into the science behind itch, emphasizing that it is a separate sensat...
In this Fresh Air interview, Phil Klay, a Marine Corps veteran and author, shares his thoughts on how a Trump presidency could affect the military and U.S. foreign policy. He raises concerns about the potential for Trump to politicize the military, his unpredictable deployment of troops for domestic issues, and his iso...
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