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In his new Prime Video series, 'Bait,' Riz Ahmed plays an actor auditioning to be the next James Bond. Ahmed says Bond is a "symbol of aspiration, this unattainable kind of self" his charact…
This week, we talk new dimes and where to spend them, and special guest Aasif Mandvi tells us the best way to get over an ex.To manage podcast ad preferences, review the links below:See pcm.…
Harrison Ford spoke with Terry Gross about his role in the Apple TV series 'Shrinking,' as a therapist who has Parkinson's Disease. He also talks about how he landed the role of Han Solo in …
'Jury Duty' is the Prime Video series about one unwitting regular guy who becomes part of a staged fake jury, not knowing that everyone around him is an actor. Season two is now streaming, w…
This week: How to tell the temperature outside without a thermometer. Plus, how clowns trademark their unique looks.Featuring Marlene Zuk and Julie Proctor.You can email your burnin…
Daniel Okrent's new biography, 'Stephen Sondheim: Art Isn't Easy,' offers new insights into the renowned Broadway composer and lyricist. Okrent talks with Terry Gross about Sondheim's often …
This week, John Cusack joins us to talk high school reunions, graphic novels, and the secrets to keeping your Vespa's tank full. Plus, panelists Rachel Coster, Adam Felber, and Joyelle Nicol…
Delroy Lindo stars as Delta Slim, a gifted and haunted blues musician, in 'Sinners.' It's a performance that has earned Lindo his first Academy Award nomination. He wants to win, but he says…
In 2013, historian Rhae Lynn Barnes was researching blackface in America at the Library of Congress when she encountered something strange: Various primary sources on the subject were listed…
Irish actor Jessie Buckley is nominated for an Oscar for her starring role as Shakespeare's wife in 'Hamnet.' She talks about the film and how motherhood has changed her. "The thing this sto…
This week, Luke Burbank, Negin Farsad, and Hari Kondabolu offer Kristi Noem some parting words and we quiz the new voice of Sunday Night Baseball, Jason Benetti, on his knowledge of confe…
Delroy Lindo is Oscar-nominated for his role as Delta Slim in Ryan Coogler's 'Sinners.' In a wide-ranging conversation with co-host Tonya Mosley, he talks about preparing for the role, growi…
This week: How the Wait, Wait team decides what jokes are too inappropriate for the airwaves. Plus Mike and Ian help a caller with a personal grammar problem.Featuring author Keith …
This week, we're live in Bloomington, Indiana with Olympic champion Lilly King and panelists Alonzo Bodden, Josh Gondelman, and Faith SalieTo manage podcast ad preferences, review the links …
Aside from the evil Baron Harkonnen in 'Dune,' actor Stellan SkarsgÃ¥rd doesn't really believe in bad guys. He looks for nuance in every role. He's Oscar-nominated for his performance in '…
Kate Hudson has had a hugely successful career as an actor and entrepreneur, but knew she'd always regret it if she didn't try her hand at music. Finally in 2024 she released her debut album…
The Nigerian musician Fela Kuti used his music in the '70s as a weapon against colonial values and his country's brutal dictatorship. The danceable music and political lyrics inspired a yout…
This week, we give out our own Olympic gold medals to some of our favorite guests and segments of the past year, with Roy Choi, Cynthia Nixon, Ally the Piper, and more!Learn more about spons…
The great actor Robert Duvall made his mark starring in epic movies and intimate dramas including 'The Godfather,' 'Tender Mercies,' 'The Great Santini,' and, of course, 'Apocalypse Now.' He…
More behind the scenes at the Milan Cortina Olympics with unsung heroes of the Winter Games. Mike and Ian talk with a curling legend, find out where those big stones come from and meet a guy…
This week, KPop Demon Hunters' Arden Cho joins us to talk about Rumi, the World Series of Poker, and how NOT to behave when you're about to propose. Plus, the Tom Papa, Paula Poundstone, and…
Considered the father of Afrobeat, Nigerian musician Fela Kuti used his music in the 1970s to combat colonial values and brutal dictatorship. Former Radiolab host Jad Abumrad tells his story…
This week: Mike and Ian talk with an Olympic Ice Master, help a listener who keeps meeting people with their same name, and get to the bottom of a mysterious survey glitch.
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This week, we're joined by Mychal Threets, the world's most popular librarian, who talks about Library Joy and rebooting Reading Rainbow. Plus, panelists Tom Bodett, Josh Gondelman, and Tig …
Julia Loktev's acclaimed documentary, 'My Undesirable Friends,' follows young Russian journalists in the months before and after Putin's invasion of Ukraine " and the impossible choices they…
