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This episode focuses on the making of Whit Stillman's third film, The Last Days of Disco, the conclusion in what is often referred to as his Doomed...
- Added: Feb 23, 2024
- Length: 54:00
In this second episode of our series on the career, legacy, aspirations and regrets of Whit Stillman, we hear from the filmmaker — as well as actor...
- Added: Feb 23, 2024
- Length: 52:44
In our third episode, we turn our attention to the fear of isolation — both physical and emotional —and how it’s connected to portrayals of grief i...
- Added: Nov 14, 2023
- Length: 35:35
Join us for a closer look at a set of iconic movies that made a horror trope out of an over-the-top stereotype, introducing us to an infamous class...
- Added: Nov 14, 2023
- Length: 37:16
In our very first episode, join co-hosts Alyssa Tompkins and Bryson Zauner as we discuss some of the craziest recent trends on Tiktok!
- Added: Mar 04, 2022
- Length: 32:12
Zombies. I hate them the way Indiana Jones hates snakes. As part of my series Imaginary Worlds, I confront my biggest phobia with the help of a zom...
Bought by WXAV 88.3FM Chicago, WABE, and PRX Remix
- Added: Dec 27, 2019
- Length: 16:54
- Purchases: 3
David Toll is a noted newsman, author and publisher, a maverick known for his wit and keen observations of life on the Comstock and the state of Ne...
Bought by KNVC Carson City Community Radio
- Added: Aug 21, 2019
- Length: 08:44
- Purchases: 1
Two records from 1983 achieved minor novelty fame, and then faded away, only to emerge 20 years later as the originators of a curious genre of pop ...
- Added: Feb 21, 2017
- Length: 44:02
Veteran overseas journalists look at America as it enters the Age of Donald Trump
- Added: Dec 19, 2016
- Length: 49:16
Melissa Rauch talks voices, pommel horses, and the pressure to be likable.
- Added: Mar 18, 2016
- Length: 18:53
Head Berry John Wilson talks dramatic oomph, Sylvester Stallone’s redemption, and Donald Trump’s surprising Razzie connection.
- Added: Feb 25, 2016
- Length: 25:27
Writer and radio producer Jonathan Goldstein talks about starting out in radio, working at This American Life, and blurring the line between fact &...
- Added: Jan 17, 2016
- Length: 09:53
Robert Campos and Donna LoCicero talk social intelligence, casting nets, and what goes on before a stand-up takes the stage.
- Added: Dec 29, 2015
- Length: 18:58
W. Kamau Bell talks hidden gems, Bruce Lee’s genius, and how Berry Gordy's THE LAST DRAGON gave him his first meta-moment.
- Added: Dec 17, 2015
- Length: 22:08
Kent Jones talks the auteur theory, the power of print, and insight of Hitch’s self-doubt.
- Added: Dec 08, 2015
- Length: 14:43
Lee Grant talks boundaries, fairness, and the roots of chutzpah.
- Added: Jul 29, 2015
- Length: 21:41
David Cross talks being too funny, finding the right balance, and using fresh eyes.
- Added: Feb 20, 2015
- Length: 16:24
In August 2014, we lost a man who inspired laughter in the Bay Area and all around the world – Robin Williams. Robin Williams was a local, and actu...
- Added: Nov 28, 2014
- Length: 04:22
- Purchases: 2
- Added: Jun 10, 2014
- Length: 03:24
Katie, a high school freshman, interviews other students about times they have been embarrassed on Facebook. While most of the stories are humorous...
- Added: May 26, 2014
- Length: 06:54
In which I finally give my opinion.
- Added: Apr 08, 2014
- Length: 12:58
Jorma Kaukonen made a name for himself by being the guitarist in bands like Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna. His distinctive finger pick technique ...
- Added: Feb 02, 2014
- Length: 08:42
Interview conducted by radio journalist Jake Feinberg. Wide ranging discussion from his relationship with Bob Dylan to the potential of viral video...
- Added: Dec 18, 2013
- Length: 16:54
"BACK TO MIAMI" Is a return back to a place that brought you great hits like "I Get Lifted", "Rocking Chair", "Rock You Baby", "Keep It Comin' Love...
- Added: Sep 24, 2013
- Length: 56:31
- Purchases: 2
Director Jamie Travis and co-writer Katie Anne Naylon talk female bonding, being graphic without being crude, and the difference between sex and i...
- Added: Aug 30, 2012
- Length: 16:46
