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John Prine at 80: a warm return to his voice, songs, and legacy
John Prine is remembered on what would have been his 80th birthday, with a return to his 2018 conversation about his voice, his songwriting, and being discovered by Roger Ebert. The episode also includes Justin Chang’s review of the new film Fjord.
April Ryan on power, race, and what it costs to question presidents
Veteran White House reporter April Ryan discusses access, power, race, and how her questioning put her in President Trump’s crosshairs. The episode also includes a review of the new Silicon Valley-set CBS legal drama Cupertino.
A look at how Pete Hegseth’s Pentagon leadership centers the culture wars
Pete Hegseth’s approach to leading the Pentagon is examined through claims that he has blocked promotions for Black and women senior officers and purged transgender service members. Greg Jaffe argues this marks a sharp break from how defense secretaries usually try to shield the military from partisan conflict.
Murray Hill on building queer community, showbiz, and life beyond the spotlight
Murray Hill talks about his life in performance, his role as Fred Rococo on Somebody Somewhere, and his new memoir, Showbiz! My Life as a Middle-Aged Man. The conversation also touches on community, forgiveness, and the personal impact of anti-trans rhetoric and policy.
Michael Douglas on fame, addiction, and the year he stepped out of his father’s shadow
Michael Douglas reflects on the breakthrough year of Fatal Attraction and Wall Street, the Oscar-winning role that changed how he saw himself, and the personal turmoil behind the success. The episode also includes a review of Netflix’s new East of Eden adaptation.
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