BETA
Series produced by Wisconsin Public Radio
"BETA" features playful and provocative profiles of the people and works changing our world through arts, pop culture, and technology. Doug Gordon hosts the program.
Doug Gordon is originally from Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. This audio auteur has been doing his best to make North American public radio sound more playful, provocative, funny, and irreverent for more than two decades.
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Best-selling author Shea Serrano joins us to talk about his latest project – “Primo.” Also, Dennis Lehane talks about his novel, “Small Mercies.” I...
- Added: Dec 18, 2023
- Length: 52:00
Actor and environmentalist Ed Begley Jr. talks about his fascinating memoir. Christine Coulson on her novel, “One Woman Show.” It's told completely...
- Added: Dec 14, 2023
- Length: 52:00
Comedian, actor, and Kid in the Hall Dave Foley talks about his “Fargo” character, Danish Graves. Author Jesmyn Ward on her novel, 'Let Us Descend....
- Added: Dec 07, 2023
- Length: 52:00
Barista and mixologist Ryan Castelaz on how he’s reinventing the coffee experience. Also, writer Claire Dederer contemplates whether it's possible ...
- Added: Nov 28, 2023
- Length: 52:00
Comedian Dana Gould gives the 'Planet of the Apes' character Doctor Zaius his own talk show. Also, writer Erika Krouse on how her face launched her...
- Added: Nov 20, 2023
- Length: 52:00
Comedian Jena Friedman on her hilarious and ironically named essay collection, “Not Funny.” And, The Monkees’ Micky Dolenz reveals what it’s like t...
- Added: Nov 06, 2023
- Length: 52:00
Bangles co-founder, Susanna Hoffs, joins us to talk about writing her debut novel and recording a new album. Also, comedian Atsuko Okatsuka intrude...
- Added: Oct 16, 2023
- Length: 52:00
Singer/songwriter Anaïs Mitchell talks about her first solo album in a decade. Also, the Mountain Goats' frontman John Darnielle on his haunting no...
- Added: Oct 03, 2023
- Length: 52:00
Bob Odenkirk talks about his incredible journey from Mr. Show to Saul Goodman. Also, Dana Schwartz returns to dish on her historical novel, “Anatom...
- Added: Sep 20, 2023
- Length: 52:00
Actor and comedian Thomas Lennon on the movie, 'Reno 911!: The Hunt for QAnon.' Also, author Chuck Klosterman revisits grunge, Tarantino, and Zima ...
- Added: Sep 08, 2023
- Length: 52:00
The King of the Rant, comedian Lewis Black, tells us about his special, “Thank you for Risking Your Life.” Also, comedy wunderkind, Michael Schur, ...
- Added: Aug 30, 2023
- Length: 52:00
Singer/songwriter Jann Arden talks about her hit Canadian TV series, 'Jann.' Also, 'Newhart' actress Julia Duffy joins us to discuss her very fulfi...
- Added: Aug 14, 2023
- Length: 52:00
Indie comedian Brian Posehn joins us to discuss his latest comedy special, “Posehna Non Grata.” Also, Shawn Cosby on his recently republished debut...
- Added: Aug 04, 2023
- Length: 52:00
Film critic and broadcaster Hanna Flint joins us to talk about her cinematic memoir, “Strong Female Character." Also, film and television critic Ma...
- Added: Jul 19, 2023
- Length: 52:00
Executive Producer Chad Mumm takes us behind the scenes of the high-pressure lives of PGA golfers in his compelling Netflix docuseries, 'Full Swing...
- Added: Jul 13, 2023
- Length: 52:00
Comedian Jena Friedman on her Peacock comedy special, “Ladykiller.” Also, author Brian J. Kramp on the history of the legendary Midwest band Cheap ...
- Added: Jul 06, 2023
- Length: 52:01
TCM's "Czar of Noir" Eddie Muller has got you covered. His new book "Noir Bar" features cocktail recipes and trivia inspired by over 50 of your fav...
- Added: Jun 22, 2023
- Length: 52:01
The innovative stand-up comedian Steven Wright talks about his debut novel, 'Harold.' And screenwriter/actor Guinevere Turner revisits her childho...
- Added: Jun 22, 2023
- Length: 52:01
Filmmaker Kyle Edward Ball talks about his indie viral horror film, 'Skinamarink.' Also, cartoonist Barbara Brandon-Croft. Her pioneering work made...
- Added: Jun 13, 2023
- Length: 52:00
Comedian Bobcat Goldthwait talks about his first stand-up album in 12 years. Also, the award-winning author Megan Abbott on her thriller, "Beware t...
- Added: Jun 08, 2023
- Length: 52:00
