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Countdown with Keith Olbermann
TRUMP IS A LAME DUCK NOW - AND THE (LATEST) OLIVIA NUZZI STORY - 11.20.25

Countdown with Keith Olbermann

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2025 69:35 Transcription Available


SEASON 4 EPISODE 35: COUNTDOWN WITH KEITH OLBERMANN A-BLOCK (2:30) SPECIAL COMMENT: Trump is now a lame duck. A lame Donald. A lame duck Donald. A lame Donald Duck. I like it. It’s not just that MAGA stood up to him and a GOP/Democratic coalition beat him 427 to 1 on Epstein. It's that that was something even most of the Washington political media industrial complex can understand, can process, can WRITE using the cliches in which they trafficked until Trump and his unprecedented madness came along. This looked all too familiar and they jumped on it with both feet and the same cliché: LAME DUCK. Fortune used it. NBC. Semafor. The National Review. Nate Silver's site asked "Is Trump A Lame Duck?" CNN's went further: "Is Trump A Lame Duck NOW?" It's so bad there was a Politico Lame Duck Listicle! "Seven signs Trump is losing his groove." And then the final nail: “It’s Official: Donald Trump is a lame duck by President”by Chris Cillizza, part of his weekly conversation with Chuck Todd. It's never over til it's over, Yogi, but it's over. B-BLOCK (25:00) SPECIAL COMMENT: I'm the character in The (Latest) Olivia Nuzzi story who gets shot in the first scene, but I still know more about her than almost any outsider and there is a lot to correct on her epically bad book excerpt in Vanity Fair, and the riposte by the more recent ex, Ryan Lizza, who was apparently told by Olivia that I was stalking her at the same time as Olivia was telling me there was a guy in Washington stalking her, named Ryan Lizza. The Nuzzi News is a Doozy and we all lose. This was to be a comeback; now she'll need an entirely new comeback to come back from her come back. And how does Vanity Fair keep her employed after the Mark Sanford accusation made her explanation of her RFK Jr lies into a separate lie? C-BLOCK (1:00:00) THE WORST PERSONS IN THE WORLD: Trump accuses himself of rigging the 2020 census. It was in July, but Bill O'Reilly insisted that Jeffrey Epstein was prosecuted by Biden and Garland, and refused to correct himself even after he was reminded Epstein died during Trump's first presidency. And Bill Maher says he's giving up touring because people who are half as funny are selling twice as many tickets. Who does he mean? The New York Jets? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Little Gold Men
Inside The Vanity Fair Hollywood Issue, Plus Why Great Films Are Flopping

Little Gold Men

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2025 47:06


John and Rebecca take stock of a series of star-studded Oscar contenders that are having trouble at the box office. They debate why so many indie adult dramas can't find an audience in today's marketplace, and what that might mean for their awards chances. Then, they break down the best actor race, one of the most competitive we've seen in years. And speaking of leading men, Rebecca and John are also joined by Vanity Fair's Global Editorial Director Mark Guiducci, who shares how the newly unveiled Hollywood Issue of Vanity Fair came together. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Channel 33
Olivia Nuzzi, Ryan Lizza, and the Frenzied Rollout of 'American Canto'

Channel 33

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2025 72:58


Hello, media consumers! Bryan and David dive into everything Olivia Nuzzi, starting with Jacob Bernstein's New York Times piece, including what was said in his profile of Nuzzi and whether this is the right kind of profile for her. Next, they discuss the excerpt of Nuzzi's book, 'American Canto,' released in Vanity Fair and whether the writing in this excerpt is “good” (25:44). Afterward, Bryan and David react to the bombshell claim by Ryan Lizza (Nuzzi's ex- fiancé) that RFK Jr. isn't the only presidential candidate she has had a relationship with (40:40). Lastly, the show ends with the guys giving their thoughts on Marjorie Taylor Greene's about-face on Trump (59:46). Plus, the Overworked Twitter Joke of the Week, and David Shoemaker Guesses the Strained-Pun Headline! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Naughty But Nice with Rob Shuter
EXCLUSIVE: BETHENNY FRANKEL BEGGING ANDY COHEN, VANITY FAIR'S WOMAN-FREE COVER BACKLASH EXPLODES, AND TOM CRUISE FURIOUS OVER “FAKE” NICOLE KIDMAN–KEITH URBAN DIVORCE REPORTS

Naughty But Nice with Rob Shuter

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2025 20:25 Transcription Available


Bethenny Frankel has realized she burned the wrong bridge, quietly begging Andy Cohen for forgiveness as BravoCon thrived without her. Meanwhile, Vanity Fair ignited industry fury by featuring zero women on its Hollywood Issue cover — a tone-deaf move insiders are calling “archaic” and “a slap in the face.” And Tom Cruise is privately livid over “fake” reports claiming he commented on Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban’s divorce. Sources insist the ultra-private star hasn’t said a word — and never will. Don't forget to vote in today's poll on Twitter at @naughtynicerob or in our Facebook group. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Entertainment Tonight
Entertainment Tonight for Tuesday, November 18, 2025

Entertainment Tonight

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2025 24:19


A Real Housewife escorted off a plane and into an FBI investigation. What Porsha Williams is telling ET tonight. Plus, another Housewife burglarized. New photos from the break-in at Sutton Stracke's mansion while she was busy at BravoCon. Then, the men of Vanity Fair's Hollywood issue turn up the heat for a first of its kind cover. And, Sexist Man Alive Jonathan Bailey. Why it's his dog that's taking the spotlight. And, Jeff Goldblum on his hunky bodyguard gone viral. Plus, Jennifer Aniston's reaction after Adam Sandler shouts out her love life on stage. Then, Jessica Simpson delivers the most unfiltered ET Retrospective ever. And, only ET is behind-the-scenes of “WWE Monday Night Raw” as Nikki Bella gets ring ready. Plus, wait until you hear who she's spending the holidays with.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ringer Dish
OK Fine, We'll Talk About Olivia Nuzzi | Jam Session

Ringer Dish

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2025 51:23


Juliet and Amanda share their takes on Olivia Nuzzi, her recent Vanity Fair profile, and the shocking Ryan Lizza twist that's unfolded since (04:49). They also break down Vanity Fair's 2026 Hollywood Issue and whether ‘cute internet boyfriends' was the right movie (15:47). Next, they get into the insane Timothée Chalamet's 18-minute ‘Marty Supreme' marketing video and their feelings on blimps (28:55). Then it's a quick Wicked Watch (36:13) before heading into ‘Feedback & Follow-Up,' featuring Juliet's love-hate relationships with humidifiers (41:00). Talk to a State Farm agent today to learn how you can choose to bundle and save with the Personal Price Plan®. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there®. Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Juliet Litman Producer: Jade Whaley and Belle Roman Editor: Jon Roemer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

OH GOD, WHAT NOW? Formerly Remainiacs
Deface The Nation – Is Trump starting to lose? – with Molly Jong-Fast

OH GOD, WHAT NOW? Formerly Remainiacs

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2025 55:27


Is Trump finally falling apart? His approval ratings are catastrophic, the Republicans took a hammering in the November elections, his gross-out distraction tactics no longer work… and as more Epstein emails are released, the scandal is lapping ever-higher around his cankles. Molly Jong-Fast of The Atlantic, Vanity Fair and the unmissable Fast Politics podcast joins Andrew Harrison and Rafael Behr to discuss the teetering tyrant and the damage he will leave.  • This episode recorded before Trump decided he wanted the Epstein Files released after all.  ESCAPE ROUTES • Raf has been reading Moby-Dick (because why not?) and listening to funk and soul covers by Scary Pockets.  • Molly recommends When All The Men Wore Hats by Susan Cheever. • Andrew is going crazy for Pluribis on Apple TV+.  When you buy books through our affiliate bookshop you help fund OGWN by earning us a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too. • Head to https://nakedwines.co.uk/ohgodwhatnow to get a £30 voucher and 6 top-rated wines from our sponsor Naked Wines for £39.99, delivery included. www.patreon.com/ohgodwhatnow Presented by Andrew Harrison with Rafael Behr. Audio and Video Production by Chris Jones. Art direction: James Parrett. Theme tune by Cornershop. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. OH GOD, WHAT NOW? is a Podmasters production. www.podmasters.co.uk  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Saving Elephants | Millennials defending & expressing conservative values
190 – Biographizing Buckley with Sam Tanenhaus

Saving Elephants | Millennials defending & expressing conservative values

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2025 69:15


There are four faces on the Saving Elephants' Mount Rushmore of great conservatives: Edmund Burke, Russell Kirk, Thomas Sowell, and William F. Buckley.  While the first three have each had fully episodes dedicated to their life and works, William F. Buckley has yet to be explored at length.  And with Buckley's posthumous 100th birthday happening later this month, now is the perfect time to reflect on his long and remarkable life.   Sam Tanehaus' decades-in-the-making biography of Buckley was published earlier this year and he joins Saving Elephants host Josh Lewis to cover a multitude of ground in sketching out a life well lived.  Sam discusses who Buckley was as a personal friend, his impact on the conservative movement, his flirtation with radicalism and maturing into his role as conservative gatekeeper, and many of the colorful characters Buckley interacted with throughout his life.  Sam also addresses some of the criticisms of his book, Buckley: The Life and the Revolution That Changed America.   About Sam Tanehaus Sam Tanenhaus, the former editor of The New York Times Book Review, is the author of the national bestsellers Whittaker Chambers: A Biography (winner of the Los Angeles Times Book Prize and a finalist for both the National Book Award and the Pulitzer Prize) and The Death of Conservatism. His feature articles and essays have appeared in The Atlantic, The New Yorker, The New York Times Magazine, and Vanity Fair.   Buckley Turns 100 Come join the Saving Elephants livestream on November 23 at 8PM EST as we celebrate the life and legacy of William F. Buckley on the eve of his posthumous 100th birthday.  Your questions and comments welcome during this live event.

Travelling - La 1ere
Lost in translation

Travelling - La 1ere

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2025 56:12


Aujourdʹhui dans Travelling, une comédie triste… Et non, ce nʹest pas antinomique. Car qualifier Lost in Translation de Sofia Coppola de comédie dramatique est un peu dithyrambique. Il nʹy a pas de drame dans ce film, mais des tristesses qui sʹapaisent, des solitudes qui se croisent, des ennuis qui sʹeffacent. Lost in Translation est le deuxième long-métrage de Sofia Coppola après Virgin Suicide. Sorti en 2003, le film raconte la rencontre dʹun acteur sur le retour, Bill Murray, venu tourner une pub pour une marque de whisky au Japon, et qui va tomber sur une jeune femme, Scarlett Johansson, épouse délaissée dʹun photographe de célébrités. Les deux traversent une crise dʹidentité et vont partager des instants, précieux. Et cʹest ça que raconte Lost in Translation. Deux trajectoires, deux destins qui se croisent à un moment T, deux êtres perdus au sein dʹune culture qui leur est complètement étrangère, ainsi que dans leurs propres vies. Nourrie par ses propres expériences japonaises, Sofia Coppola se met à hauteur de sa comédienne et de son comédien pour capter lʹessence même de leurs états dʹâme, avec finesse et une touche de modernité en traduisant le mal-être de la solitude avec pudeur. Le film est tourné au Japon en un peu plus dʹun mois, presque dans la continuité, en laissant beaucoup de liberté aux acteurs pour improviser. A sa sortie, il est particulièrement bien accueilli par le public. Cʹest un gros succès commercial. Lost in Translation est également plébiscité par la critique et Sofia Coppola décroche lʹOscar du meilleur scénario en 2004 et le César du meilleur film étranger. Il ne nous reste plus quʹà débarquer à Tokyo et nous pourrons commencer nos déambulations. REFERENCES : Interview de Sofia Coppola par Charlie Rose : https://charlierose.com/videos/13710 Interview de Bill Murray par Charlie Rose : https://charlierose.com/videos/17807 Behind the scenes : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PA2XTJGfo4A Sofia Coppola winning Best Original Screenplay : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Skit7AZtuw4 Présentation de Lost in translation au TJ 07.01.2004: https://www.rts.ch/play/tv/12h45/video/cinema--sofia-coppola-fille-de-francis-ford-sort-son-second-long-metrage--lost-in-translation-?urn=urn:rts:video:565028 Scarlett Johansson regarde ses films pour Vanity Fair : https://youtu.be/qipqD2jdXeI?si=C1fKBuF11ZrCGPvD

Thinking Out Loud
Outraged at Fake Outrage: Taylor Swift, Culture Wars, and Christian Discernment

Thinking Out Loud

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 33:56


In this episode of Thinking Out Loud, Nathan Rittenhouse and Cameron McAllister tackle the phenomenon of fake outrage in Christian culture—using the reaction to Taylor Swift's Life of a Showgirl as a jumping-off point. With deep theological reflection and cultural insight, Nathan and Cameron explore why outrage has become a form of identity-building within the church and beyond, how scapegoating and virtue signaling distort genuine moral concern, and what it means for Christians to live wisely in a world shaped by Babylon and Vanity Fair. This thoughtful conversation challenges believers to pursue discernment, truth, and humility rather than reactionary culture wars. Perfect for Christians seeking intelligent, biblical discussions on faith, culture, and current events.DONATE LINK: https://toltogether.com/donate BOOK A SPEAKER: https://toltogether.com/book-a-speakerJOIN TOL CONNECT: https://toltogether.com/tol-connect TOL Connect is an online forum where TOL listeners can continue the conversation begun on the podcast.

Little Gold Men
Did The Grammy Awards Nominations Finally Get It Right!?!

Little Gold Men

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 36:10


Rebecca and John go down a road less traveled on this week's Little Gold Men and discuss the Grammy Awards with Vanity Fair associate editor Daniela Tijerina and staff writer Erin Vanderhoof. They break down this year's surprisingly good nominations, the Grammy's bumpy relationship with the music industry, and the idiosyncrasies of the Recording Academy before weighing in on their hopes for performances and wins on "music's biggest night." Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

C dans l'air
13 novembre, la douleur et la menace demeurent - L'intégrale -

C dans l'air

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 64:37


C dans l'air du 13 novembre 2025 - 13 novembre, la douleur et la menace demeurent132 morts en 33 minutes. Dix ans plus tard, la France rend hommage aux victimes des attentats du 13 novembre 2015. Du Stade de France au Bataclan en passant par les terrasses du 11e arrondissement de Paris, Emmanuel Macron se recueille tout au long de la journée sur les différents lieux de l'attaque en présence de nombreuses personnalités, comme François Hollande, Manuel Valls ou Bernard Cazeneuve, trio au sommet de l'État à l'époque. Une cérémonie a été prévue devant la salle de concert du Bataclan, théâtre de l'atrocité des attentats où 90 personnes ont perdu la vie et des centaines d'autres ont été blessées, cette nuit-là. En début de journée, la fille de Manuel Dias, première victime du 13-Novembre, a tenu un puissant discours sur la place de la République : "On nous dit de tourner la page, dix ans après, mais l'absence est immense, le choc est intact et l'incompréhension règne toujours."Pour C dans l'air, l'ancien ministre de l'Intérieur Bernard Cazeneuve a accepté de raconter comment il a vécu le 13-Novembre depuis Beauvau. Quand la première explosion intervient aux abords du Stade de France, les questions se bousculent : qui sont les terroristes ? Comment protéger les Français ? Une fois l'attaque terminée, il faut traquer les assaillants qui menacent de fuir le pays. Pendant plusieurs jours, Bernard Cazeneuve vit retranché au sein du ministère de l'Intérieur où les réunions se multiplient, pour gérer les familles des victimes ou encore instaurer l'état d'urgence. Il en garde un souvenir de "course contre la montre". D'autant qu'à l'époque, les moyens de l'État ne sont pas adaptés à la menace terroriste : "Lorsque j'arrive à Beauvau en 2014, la loi sur le renseignement date de 1991. C'est-à-dire d'une époque où il n'y avait ni téléphone portable ni internet".Dix ans après les événements, la fiction s'est largement emparée de ce bout d'histoire. "Revoir Paris", "Fluctuat nec mergitur", "Le Choix de Sonia", les séries et films se multiplient dans un grand moment de thérapie collective, avec plus ou moins de succès. Dernière en date, "Des vivants", fiction en huit épisodes de Jean-Xavier de Lestrade, a choisi de raconter l'horreur à travers le point de vue des "Potages" (contraction des mots "potes" et "otages"), ce groupe de sept amis qui a vécu la prise d'otage dans le couloir du Bataclan. Si le réalisateur oscarisé a choisi de montrer l'horreur de la prise d'otage, il s'est surtout intéressé à la difficulté de la reconstruction : "On se rend compte qu'on ne sait rien de ce que signifie vivre avec ce traumatisme, cette violence subie, des réveils tous les matins avec une boule au ventre et une peur permanente", raconte-il dans un entretien au magazine Vanity Fair.Comment se souvenir du 13-Novembre ? Comment a-t-on vécu les événements au sommet de l'État ? Et la fiction peut-elle aider à guérir les plaies de ce traumatisme ?Nos experts : - Alain BAUER - Professeur de criminologie - CNAM- Damien DELSENY - Rédacteur en chef adjoint en charge du service police-justice - Le Parisien- Anne ROSENCHER - Directrice déléguée de la rédaction - L'Express- Noémie SCHULZ - Journaliste police-justice à France TV

The Explanation
The Media Show: Trump's billion-dollar BBC threat

The Explanation

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 22:58


A day of turmoil for the BBC as Director General Tim Davie and CEO of News Deborah Turness both resign, following a leaked memo alleging editorial bias and raising concerns over decision-making and governance. The Media Show is joined by a panel of insiders and commentators to assess where the BBC goes next. With former BBC communications chief John Shield, former BBC News executive Jamie Angus, journalist Jane Martinson, columnist Tim Montgomerie and Tina Brown, former editor of Vanity Fair.Presenters: Katie Razzall and Ros Atkins Producer: Lisa Jenkinson Assistant producer: Martha Owen Production co-ordinator: Ruth Waites Technical co-ordinator: James Cherry Sound engineer: Mike Campbell

Little Gold Men by Vanity Fair
Did The Grammy Awards Nominations Finally Get It Right!?!

Little Gold Men by Vanity Fair

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 36:10


Rebecca and John go down a road less traveled on this week's Little Gold Men and discuss the Grammy Awards with Vanity Fair associate editor Daniela Tijerina and staff writer Erin Vanderhoof. They break down this year's surprisingly good nominations, the Grammy's bumpy relationship with the music industry, and the idiosyncrasies of the Recording Academy before weighing in on their hopes for performances and wins on "music's biggest night."Please help us improve Little Gold Men by filling out our listener survey: https://panel2058.na2.panelpulse.com/c/a/661hs4tSRdw2yB2dvjFyyw Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

The Beat with Ari Melber
Americans Revolt Over High Prices Under Trump

The Beat with Ari Melber

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 41:26


November 11, 2025; 6pm: MSNBC's Ari Melber reports on the affordability crisis in the US, with recent polling showing that 66% of Americans say Trump has fallen short on his campaign promise to tackle inflation and cost of living. Vanity Fair's Molly Jong-Fast and Democratic Strategist & Pollster Cornell Belcher join. Plus, former longtime MSNBC anchor and iconic political journalist Chris Matthews joins to discuss his new book and the future of the Democratic party. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lean Out with Tara Henley
EP 222: Molly Jong-Fast on Gen X Overwhelm

Lean Out with Tara Henley

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 25:55


Many women in Generation X are now finding themselves overwhelmed. The world is increasingly stressful. But our private lives are not much calmer, as we care for children and aging parents and spouses, stare down middle age, and mull over the legacy of previous generations of women. Our guest on the program today knows something about this — she grappled with all of these things, all at once, during one truly terrible year.Molly Jong-Fast is an American writer and political commentator. She's a special correspondent for Vanity Fair, a contributing opinion writer for The New York Times, and the host of the podcast Fast Politics. Her latest book is How to Lose Your Mother: A Daughter's Memoir.You can find Tara Henley on Twitter at @TaraRHenley, and on Substack at tarahenley.substack.com

The Media Show
How do we fix the BBC?

The Media Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 42:43


On this week's edition of The Media Show Katie Razzall and Ros Atkins take you inside the biggest crisis to hit the BBC in decades. A Panorama edit of Donald Trump's speech has spiralled into a leadership meltdown, culminating in the simultaneous resignation of the Director General and Head of News. The BBC Chair is under fire, the Board is divided, and the President of the United States is threatening legal action. All this as the BBC begins negotiations for a license fee renewal in a shifting media landscape. Joining the show to make sense of it all are: John Shield, former BBC communications chief, now at the advisory firm Teneo, Jamie Angus former World Service director and Today programme editor, Tim Montgomerie, journalist and cohost of Not Another One podcast, Jane Martinson, Guardian columnist and with the view from America the former editor of Vanity Fair and The New Yorker Tina Brown. Producer: Lisa Jenkinson Assistant Producer: Martha Owen

The Photo Banter
Sinna Nasseri

The Photo Banter

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 63:07


On today's episode I welcome on photographer Sinna Nasseri who goes by Strange Victory on Instagram. Sinna has worked for the New York Times, GQ,Vanity Fair , and Vogue to name a few. His work spans everything from politics, pop culture, fashion, and environmental issues with a unique perspective and approach to storytelling. Use Promo Code "Banter" and receive 2 months free at picdrop.com www.picdrop.com/go/banter Follow Sinna's Work : https://www.instagram.com/strange.victory/

One Heat Minute
ONE HOT TAKE: THE RUNNING MAN w/ DREW TAYLOR

One Heat Minute

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 28:09


This is our NEW RELEASE review podcast, ONE HOT TAKE.Synopsis:A man joins a game show in which contestants, allowed to go anywhere in the world, are pursued by "hunters" hired to kill them.DREW TAYLOR is a reporter for The Wrap. He has written for The New York Times, Vulture, Vanity Fair, The Playlist, and Collider. He also wrote The Art of Onward, which gives an inside look at the making of the 2020 Pixar film. The book is available to purchase here. He also co-hosts a weekly podcast about animation called Fine Tooning, which is available on all podcast platforms.Twitter: @drewtailoredInstagram: @drewtailoredPodcast: Light the FuseOne Heat Minute ProductionsWEBSITE: oneheatminute.comTWITTER: @OneBlakeMinute & @OHMPodsMERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/en-au/stores/one-heat-minute-productionsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/one-heat-minute-productions/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Beat with Ari Melber
Dems Sweep as Voters Take MAGA To School

The Beat with Ari Melber

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2025 42:01


November 6, 2025; 6pm: MSNBC's Ari Melber analyzes Democrats' 2025 election sweep and the growing ripple effects across U.S. politics. Vanity Fair's Molly Jong-Fast joins. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

One Heat Minute
CRITERION SESSIONS: A History Of Violence w/ Drew Taylor

One Heat Minute

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 24:48


Hang onto your slipcases, because Blake Howard and critic and podcaster Drew Taylor discuss the provocation and conflict of David Cronenberg's A History of Violence. A History of ViolenceIn David Cronenberg's subtly provocative film, one of his most celebrated, all is not as it initially seems. In his first of many collaborations with the director, Viggo Mortensen delivers a highly nuanced performance as Tom Stall, a small-town husband and father who is hailed as a hero when he kills the would-be perpetrators of a violent robbery. But how did this ordinary family man dispatch them with such skill? Working with an exceptional cast that also includes Maria Bello, Ed Harris, and William Hurt, Cronenberg slyly deconstructs the mythos of the American action hero, posing elemental questions about identity, human nature, and the violence that we both abhor and can't look away from.DIRECTOR-APPROVED 4K UHD + BLU-RAY SPECIAL EDITION FEATURESNew 4K digital restoration of the international cut, supervised by director of photography Peter Suschitzky and approved by director David Cronenberg, with 5.1 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrackOne 4K UHD disc of the film presented in Dolby Vision HDR and one Blu-ray with the film and special featuresAudio commentary featuring CronenbergNew interview with screenwriter Josh Olson, conducted by writer-producer Tom BernardoExcerpts of Cronenberg and actor Viggo Mortensen in conversation at the 2014 Toronto International Film FestivalActs of Violence, a documentary on the making of the film, featuring behind-the-scenes footageThree featurettesDeleted scene with commentary by CronenbergTrailerEnglish subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearingPLUS: An essay by critic Nathan LeeNew cover by Connor WillumsenDREW TAYLOR is a reporter for The Wrap. He has written for The New York Times, Vulture, Vanity Fair, The Playlist, and Collider. He also wrote The Art of Onward, which gives an inside look at the making of the 2020 Pixar film. The book is available to purchase here. He also co-hosts a weekly podcast about animation called Fine Tooning, which is available on all podcast platforms.Twitter: @drewtailoredInstagram: @drewtailoredPodcast: Light the FuseSupport:  JOIN THE ONE HEAT MINUTE PATREON FOR AS LITTLE AS $1 A MONTHFollow the hosts:Blake Howard - Twitter & One Heat Minute Website Alexei Toliopoulos - Twitter & The Last Video StoreSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/one-heat-minute-productions/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Palace Intrigue: A daily Royal Family podcast
**BONUS** The Yorks in Crisis - Beatrice, Eugenie, and the Collapse of the ‘Tripod'

Palace Intrigue: A daily Royal Family podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 8:19 Transcription Available


A media storm engulfs the House of York. Vanity Fair's new editor reportedly softens coverage of Beatrice and Eugenie, Dickie Arbiter brands Andrew “arrogant” and “a bully,” and Prince Harry is said to be privately worried for his cousins as the Epstein scandal deepens. Meanwhile, Sarah Ferguson considers leaving Britain after her once-close bond with her daughters fractures, and Palace insiders say the couple's chaotic move from Royal Lodge could take months. With “brand rescue” teams circling, the York family's future looks increasingly uncertain.Hear our new show "Crown and Controversy: Prince Andrew" here.Check out "Palace Intrigue Presents: King WIlliam" here.

SHIFT HAPPENS
How To Practice "Sympathetic Happiness" With Helen Schulman

SHIFT HAPPENS

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 33:13


Helen Schulman is an acclaimed novelist, screenwriter, short story writer and New York Times Bestselling author. In my 40th episode, we talk about the concept of "sympathetic happiness", as she shares her impactful encounter with the Dalai Lama many years back.  She was visiting Portland, Oregon for the first time, exploring the city, when she basically stumbled over His Holiness: he was giving a free public audience in Pioneer Square, Helen had never heard him speak before so she stuck around. His topic was "sympathetic happiness". The idea being that if you can join in the happiness of others, your own happiness will multiply. His deceptively simple and profound theories really struck her - she had been teaching grad school for quite awhile by then, and realised that if she could be really happy for her students' successes, if their joy became her joy her life would become fuller and richer and well, happier. She always felt happy for them, but now she could focus on also being happy through them. It was a small good thing that happened to her that day, but it has really affected the rest of her life and her work as an educator.Once Helen understood this concept, it made it easier and more compelling for her to build programs that she thought would help her students reach their dreams, and also, pragmatically, help them find agents and editors, and outside work.Helen also talks about her new book "Fools for Love" that was just published in July during this recording, and she had a book launch at Rizzoli's in New York City. It's a collection of short stories, that she edited and interconnected so that they relate to each other. She also shares how she learned how to waltz from her grandmother, and how she relearned it with her husband last year in a dance class in a beautiful castle in the South of Germany (she wrote a piece about this for the Condé Nast Traveller).HELEN SCHULMAN is a novelist, screenwriter and short story writer. A collection of stories, Fools for Love, has been published by Knopf in July 2025. Prior to publication, the title story was published in The Atlantic. Her newest novel, Lucky Dogs, was one of Oprah Daily's top ten novels of 2023. She is also the author of the novels Come With Me (San Francisco Chronicle ten best books of 2019) This Beautiful Life (a New York Times and International Best Seller), A Day At The Beach, P.S., (made into a motion picture starring Laura Linney, Gabriel Byrne, Paul Rudd and Marcia Gay Harden, for which Professor Schulman has a screenwriting credit), The Revisionist and Out Of Time (Barnes and Noble Discovery), and the short story collection Not A Free Show. She co-edited the anthology Wanting A Child with Jill Bialosky. Her fiction and non-fiction have appeared in such places as Vanity Fair, Time, Vogue, GQ, The New York Times Book Review, A Public Space and The Paris Review. She is the Fiction Chair at The Writing Program at The New School where she is a tenured Professor of Writing. She is also the Executive Director of WriteOnNYC.com. A 2019 Guggenheim Fellow, Professor Schulman has been a NYFA Fellow, Sundance Fellow, Aspen Words Fellow, a Tennessee Williams Fellow (Columbia University) and the recipient of a Pushcart Prize.####On another note: I am so proud and excited to announce that SHIFT HAPPENS' Season 5 is supported by London based jewellery brand Tilly Sveaas. Its founder, Tilly Sveaas creates gorgeous, timeless pieces that have been featured in Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, Marie Claire, The Times, The New York Times etc. … Her jewellery is for women of all ages. Guess who is wearing it too: noone less then Taylor Swift. Go to www.tillysveaas.co.uk and use my code SHIFTHAPPENS to get 15% off. To learn more about my guest Helen Schulman, please visit her Wikipedia page.To learn more about SHIFT HAPPENS, click here To learn more about Claudia's business Curated Conversations and her Salons in New York, Zurich and Berlin, click hereYou can also connect with Claudia on Instagram @shifthappens.podcast and LinkedIn at ClaudiaMahlerNYCThis podcast is created, produced and hosted by Claudia Mahler.

A Photographic Life
A Photographic Life-391: The Conversation with Bill Shapiro 'Photo Quote Tennis is Born!'

A Photographic Life

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 40:15


In this monthly conversation series Grant Scott speaks with editor, writer and curator of photography Bill Shapiro. In an informal conversation each month Grant and Bill comment on the photographic environment as they see it. This month they throw quotes from famous photographers at each other and reflect on the meanings of those quotes. Bill Shapiro Bill Shapiro served as the Editor-in-Chief of LIFE, the legendary photo magazine; LIFE's relaunch in 2004 was the largest in Time Inc. history. Later, he was the founding Editor-in-Chief of LIFE.com, which won the 2011 National Magazine Award for digital photography. Shapiro is the author of several books, among them Gus & Me, a children's book he co-wrote with Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards and, What We Keep, which looks at the objects in our life that hold the most emotional significance. A fine-art photography curator for New York galleries and a consultant to photographers, Shapiro is also a Contributing Editor to the Leica Conversations series. He has written about photography for the New York Times Magazine, Vanity Fair, the Atlantic, Vogue, and Esquire, among others. Every Friday — more or less — he posts about under-the-radar photographers on his Instagram feed, where he's @billshapiro. Dr.Grant Scott After fifteen years art directing photography books and magazines such as Elle and Tatler, Scott began to work as a photographer for a number of advertising and editorial clients in 2000. Alongside his photographic career Scott has art directed numerous advertising campaigns, worked as a creative director at Sotheby's, art directed foto8magazine, founded his own photographic gallery, edited Professional Photographer magazine and launched his own title for photographers and filmmakers Hungry Eye. He founded the United Nations of Photography in 2012, and is now a Senior Lecturer and Subject Co-ordinator: Photography at Oxford Brookes University, Oxford, and a BBC Radio contributor. Scott is the author of Professional Photography: The New Global Landscape Explained (Routledge 2014), The Essential Student Guide to Professional Photography (Routledge 2015), New Ways of Seeing: The Democratic Language of Photography (Routledge 2019), and What Does Photography Mean To You? (Bluecoat Press 2020). His photography has been published in At Home With The Makers of Style (Thames & Hudson 2006) and Crash Happy: A Night at The Bangers (Cafe Royal Books 2012). His film Do Not Bend: The Photographic Life of Bill Jay was premiered in 2018. Scott's next book is Inside Vogue House: One building, seven magazines, sixty years of stories, Orphans Publishing, is on sale now wherever you buy your books. © Grant Scott 2025

Renewing Your Mind with R.C. Sproul
The Godless City: Vanity Fair

Renewing Your Mind with R.C. Sproul

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 26:24


While some dangers in the Christian life are easy to spot, others are subtle and insidious. Today, Derek Thomas considers the seductive temptations of Vanity Fair in The Pilgrim's Progress. For your donation of any amount, receive The Pilgrim's Progress book by John Bunyan, together with Derek Thomas' video teaching series on DVD. You'll also get lifetime digital access to this 19-message series and its study guide: https://gift.renewingyourmind.org/4401/offer   Live outside the U.S. and Canada? Get the digital teaching series and study guide with your donation: https://www.renewingyourmind.org/global   Meet Today's Teacher:   Derek Thomas is a Ligonier Ministries teaching fellow and Chancellor's Professor of Systematic and Pastoral Theology at Reformed Theological Seminary.   Meet the Host:   Nathan W. Bingham is vice president of media for Ligonier Ministries, executive producer and host of Renewing Your Mind, and host of the Ask Ligonier podcast. Renewing Your Mind is a donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

One Heat Minute
ONE HOT TAKE: PREDATOR: BADLANDS w/ DREW TAYLOR

One Heat Minute

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 19:45


This is our NEW RELEASE review podcast, ONE HOT TAKE.Synopsis:A young Predator outcast from his clan finds an unlikely ally on his journey in search of the ultimate adversary.DREW TAYLOR is a reporter for The Wrap. He has written for The New York Times, Vulture, Vanity Fair, The Playlist, and Collider. He also wrote The Art of Onward, which gives an inside look at the making of the 2020 Pixar film. The book is available to purchase here. He also co-hosts a weekly podcast about animation called Fine Tooning, which is available on all podcast platforms.Twitter: @drewtailoredInstagram: @drewtailoredPodcast: Light the FuseOne Heat Minute ProductionsWEBSITE: oneheatminute.comTWITTER: @OneBlakeMinute & @OHMPodsMERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/en-au/stores/one-heat-minute-productionsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/one-heat-minute-productions/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Horny For Life
Ericka Hart: Sex Ed as Resistance

Horny For Life

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 57:45


AFH: Season 1, Episode 3 Featuring Ericka Hart (@ErickaHart)Al sits down with Ericka Hart, the Black queer femme activist and award-winning sexuality educator redefining liberation, pleasure and power.About the Guest:Ericka Hart (pronouns: she/they) is a black queer femme activist, writer, highly acclaimed speaker and award-winning sexuality educator with a Master's of Education in Human Sexuality from Widener University. Ericka's work broke ground when she went topless showing her double mastectomy scars in public in 2016. Since then, she has been in demand at colleges and universities across the country, featured in countless digital and print publications like Vogue, Washington Post, Allure, Harper's Bazaar, VICE, PAPER Mag, BBC News, Cosmopolitan, Vanity Fair, W Magazine, Glamour, Elle, and Essence. Ericka's voice is rooted in leading edge thought around human sexual expression as inextricable to overall human health and its intersections with race, gender, chronic illness and disability. Both radical and relatable, she continues to push well beyond the threshold of sex positivity. Ericka Hart has taught sexuality education for elementary aged youth to adults across New York City for over 10 years, including for 4 years at Columbia University's School of Social work and the CUNY School of Public Health at Hunter College. They are currently running their own sex ed training program called Sex Ed as Resistance, a bratty switchy Sagittarius service bottom and misses Whitney more than you.Guest Info:Instagram Ericka Hart Ericka HartFollow Me:Instagram: @afinehuman Shop Dame: dame.com This podcast was produced by aurielle sayeh, filmed by @thetellychannel, and powered by @dameproducts.

Where Work Meets Life™ with Dr. Laura
The Wild Why: Rediscover Your Sense of Wonder to Find Purpose in Your Career and Life

Where Work Meets Life™ with Dr. Laura

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 43:45


Dr. Laura welcomes Laura Munson, the #1 New York Times, USA Today, and international best-selling author of novel “Willa's Grove”, memoir “This Is Not the Story You Think It Is”, and recent self-help book “The Wild Why”, to the show.  Laura Munson tells Dr. Laura about the impetus behind the writing of her new book, “The Wild Why”, and her passion for bringing wonder back into the world. As Laura explains, wonder can release our creativity and free us from the hustle culture that leads to burnout. When Laura Munson talks about writing from a place of service, she's referring to her epiphany that she wanted to write “to shine a light on a dim or otherwise pitch black corner, to provide relief for myself and others”. That has shaped much of her career since. She and Dr. Laura discuss how imposter syndrome and a fear of failure can be reframed, the inner critters or saboteurs we all have within us, the dangerous reality of burnout, and how to value the questions in life that lead to wonder. This interview opens us up to a new way of looking at our fears and engaging with the world around us for positive benefit.  “I'm not saying put down your sword of ambition or your dream to impact the world and yourself in it. I'm just saying that when we grasp the small moments that are full of wonder all around us, that's when I feel that we can truly be connecting with ourselves so that we can authentically connect with the world around us, whether it's career or interpersonal relationships.” - Laura MunsonAbout Laura Munson:Laura Munson is the New York Times, USA Today, and international best-selling author of the novel Willa's Grove, the memoir This Is Not The Story You Think It Is, and the self-help book The Wild Why. She has been published in nine countries and has been featured in Vanity Fair, Elle, Redbook, Time, Newsweek, Washington Post, Publishers' Weekly, and published in the New York Times ‘Modern Love' Column, the New York Times Magazine ‘Lives' Column, O. Magazine, Maria Shriver's Sunday Paper, and many others.   Laura is the founder of the acclaimed Haven Writing Retreats, speaks at women's conferences and literary events, and has appeared on Good Morning America, The Early Show, NPR, and media outlets across the globe. She lives in Montana. Lauramunson.com Resources:Website: LauraMunson.comInstagram: @LauraMunsonAuthorHaven Writing Retreats“The Wild Why: Stories and Teachings to Uncover Your Wonder” by Laura MunsonShe Writes PressLearn more about Dr. Laura on her website: https://drlaura.liveFor more resources, look into Dr. Laura's organizations: Canada Career CounsellingSynthesis Psychology Pre-order Dr. Laura's new book today: I Wish I'd Quit Sooner: Practical Strategies for Navigating a Toxic Boss Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What's Contemporary Now?
Sarah Ball on Editing What's Contemporary Now at WSJ. Magazine

What's Contemporary Now?

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 46:15


At this year's WSJ. Magazine Innovator Awards, Billie Eilish asked, “If you're a billionaire, why are you a billionaire? Give your money away” — a line that instantly reverberated far beyond the room. It was a reminder of the event's magnetic pull and its place as a mirror for culture's contradictions. Under Editor in Chief Sarah Ball, WSJ. Magazine has become precisely that kind of reflection: glamorous, self-aware, and culturally indispensable. In this episode, Ball reflects on her path from a D.C. household stacked with newspapers to leading a magazine that continues to grow in both influence and revenue. She speaks about the art of editing in an age of speed, the new language of luxury journalism, and the enduring power of a story told with precision and care. ““I loved beautiful glossy fashion and style media, but I also loved very tart writing about style and fashionable people — that eyebrow-raised, gimlet-eyed, social scorecard kind of writing that mixed elegance and critique.” - Sarah Ball  Episode Highlights: On Growing Up Surrounded by Media — Raised in a Washington, D.C. household that received five newspapers a day, Sarah describes an early life shaped by constant conversation, curiosity, and the sound of pages turning. On the Early Spark — Between Capitol Hill's newsroom corridors and stacks of Vogue and Vanity Fair, she found herself drawn to storytelling that combined politics, aesthetics, and human behavior. On Robin Givhan's Influence — She credits Givhan's fashion criticism for teaching her that clothing could be language — a way to read power, politics, and cultural change. On the London Years — A summer at the Associated Press covering the highs and lows of early-aughts London — from Kate Moss's tabloid saga to art auctions and nightlife — cemented her love for culture writing. On the Golden Age of Vanity Fair — She recalls the thrill of that newsroom under Graydon Carter: “You don't know you're in a golden age until the golden age is over.” On Quality Over Quantity — Ball resists the speed-at-all-costs mentality of digital publishing: “If what you're serving is reheated garbage, are you really going to keep that reader?” On The WSJ. Audience — She describes WSJ. Magazine as a luxury product with a discerning readership: “They pay a lot to access our content, therefore they expect a lot.” On Visual Storytelling — A cover, she says, must surprise: “It has to show you someone in a new light — a story and an image that feel like an experience you can't get anywhere else.” On Video and the Future of Formats — Ball sees video — particularly conversational formats like podcasts on camera — as one of the most powerful frontiers in media: “The informality of the video podcast is replacing entire swaths of traditional television. These conversations now shape culture in real time.” On What's Contemporary Now — For Ball, it's humor. “A playful and unself-serious sense of humor feels most contemporary — people laughing together again, not at each other.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A World of Difference
Ways Awe and Wonder Can Transform Your Life: Lessons from Bestselling Author Laura Munson

A World of Difference

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2025 44:12


So, what if the “messy middle” moments in your life—the stuff you'd rather sweep under the rug—are actually secret doorways to real creativity? Laura Munson, bestselling author and founder of Haven writing retreats, has wandered from Montana's wild woods to ancient stones in Ireland, and she's convinced that wonder isn't something you stumble across—it's something you can choose, even in the thick of heartbreak or change. Turns out, the story you've been telling yourself might just be the prologue. But here's the twist: what if your biggest breakthroughs actually start when you stop trying so hard to “be creative” and start letting yourself just be? There's a pretty wild story behind how Laura's own life detours unlocked something unexpected for her (and for the writers who show up at her retreats). Want to know what happens when you give yourself permission to wonder again? Stick around… In this episode, you will be able to: Discover how life's toughest challenges can unlock unexpected personal transformation and deeper self-awareness. Experience the unique ways writing retreats can ignite growth and unlock creative potential in your journey. Explore how embracing life's surprises can open new paths to creativity and self-expression. Cultivate a sense of wonder in everyday moments to enhance emotional resilience and bring fresh meaning to your life. Build resilience by learning how storytelling connects your experiences and strengthens your authentic voice. My special guest is LAURA MUNSON is the New York Times, USA Today, and international bestselling author of the novel Willa's Grove and the memoir This Is Not The Story You Think It Is. Founder of the acclaimed Haven Writing Retreats, she has been featured or published in Vanity Fair, Elle, Redbook, Time, Newsweek, The New York Times “Modern Love” column, The New York Times Magazine, O, The Oprah Magazine, and many others. She has appeared on Good Morning America, The Early Show, WGN, NPR, London's This Morning, Australia's Sunrise, and other global media outlets. She lives in Whitefish, Montana. The key moments in this episode are:00:07:03 - The Power of Storytelling and Finding Safe Listeners 00:09:18 - Travel as a Catalyst for Wonder and Personal Transformation 00:13:05 - Embracing Awe and Travel to Ignite Curiosity and Wonder 00:15:50 - The Value of Being Present and Slowing Down Through Travel and Life 00:19:31 - Finding Your Unique Voice and Creativity by Reconnecting with Inner Truth 00:21:47 - Cultivating Wonder and Empathy as Foundations for Connection and Civilization 00:23:29 - Writing True and Listening Deeply: Pathways to Self-Discovery and Connection 00:25:02 - The Power of Vulnerability and Storytelling in Personal Growth 00:27:05 - Cultivating Mindfulness and Wonder Through Journaling 00:29:57 - Mindfulness and Creativity in a Fast-Paced, Tech-Driven World 00:31:02 - Origins and Purpose of Haven Writing Retreats 00:34:26 - Writing as a Therapeutic Tool for Emotional Clarity 00:37:07 - Discovering Your Natural Strengths with the Working Genius Assessment 00:37:41 - Embracing Wonder as a Vital Life Force 00:38:17 - Supporting Independent Bookstores and Creative Communities 00:39:11 - Choosing Wonder and Creativity in Life's Challenges Visit lauramunson.com to learn more about Laura Munson's writing, in-person retreats, and online community Haven Nest. Go to Haven Writing Retreats to find information and sign up for Laura Munson's transformative writing retreats in Montana and around the world. Purchase The Wild Why: Stories and Teachings to Uncover Your Wonder by Laura Munson, preferably through independent bookstores or online at bookshop.org to support local booksellers. Access exclusive extended conversations and bonus content by becoming a Patreon supporter at patreon.com/aworldofdifference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Interview with Leslie
Behind the Kilts: The Real History of Outlander with Daisy Prince

The Interview with Leslie

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2025 52:49


In this episode, Leslie sits down with writer and editor Daisy Prince to explore the real history behind Outlander. Daisy—whose work has appeared in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Vanity Fair, Vogue, The Telegraph, and Tatler—takes us deep into the fascinating story of Clan Fraser, the real-life Scottish family that inspired the hit series.This conversation spans centuries — from 14th-century Scotland, when Sir Simon Fraser fought alongside William Wallace against the English, to the real events and characters that inspired Outlander. Among them is the infamous 11th Lord Lovat, whose beheading famously gave rise to the phrase “laughing my head off.”Leslie and Daisy also talk about the dashing Brigadier Simon “Shimi” Fraser, a World War II hero who led his men into the D-Day invasion—bagpiper and all. Shimi had a bounty on his head from Hitler, and Winston Churchill once described him as “the most beautiful man who ever cut a throat.”If you're an Outlander fan (or just love a good Scottish saga), you're going to love this one.

Daily Comedy News
Is Shane Gillis quitting comedy in two years??? PLUS David Cross on Riyadh Comedy Festival

Daily Comedy News

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2025 11:15 Transcription Available


Shane Gillis mentioned possibly taking a break from comedy on Matt and Sheen's Secret Podcast. David Cross talks to Vanity Fair about his views on comedians performing at the Riyadh Comedy Festival. Stavros Halkias theorizes about anti-incel content on his podcast. Joe Rogan speculates on Michael Jackson's romantic songs and songwriting. Andrew Schultz performs in Abu Dhabi and discusses the independent creator trend. Adam Sandler receives praise from George Clooney for his dramatic role at the AFI Fest. Marc Maron shares an anecdote about Bruce Springsteen on Jimmy Fallon's show, where Fallon reacts as if surprised. Ramy Yusef previews new material at Town Hall, and Jay Leno discusses cars with James May.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support.Become a premium subscriber! (no ads). For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING and the bonus “DCN8” show.You also get 25+ other series  (it's only $4.99 a month with a free-trial month)Contact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com  Media Thoughts is mcdpod.substack.com dailycomedynews.substack.com DCN on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dailycomedynews https://linktr.ee/dailycomedynews www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynews  

The Back Room with Andy Ostroy
Andrew Durham on his New Film FAIRYLAND

The Back Room with Andy Ostroy

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2025 37:41


A graduate of the USC School of Cinema and Television, Andrew Durham has worked under such directors as David Lynch, Christopher Guest, Wes Craven, and Oliver Stone. He began his collaborative relationship with Sofia Coppola when he produced her first short film, LICK THE STAR, and Coppola's television series, HI-OCTANE, for the Comedy Central Network. He went on to work for MTV Networks as Producer for Projects in Development, and later for Fox Television Studios where he served as Vice President of Production. He left television to pursue his passion for photography. He's shot for such publications as Vanity Fair, The New York Times, French Vogue, and Elle, and advertising campaigns for Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs and Dior. And he's in THE BACK ROOM to discuss his terrific feature film directorial debut, FAIRYLAND, which is currently in select theaters nationwide and on VOD in November. Got somethin' to say?! Email us at BackroomAndy@gmail.com Leave us a message: 845-307-7446 Twitter: @AndyOstroy Produced by Andy Ostroy, Matty Rosenberg, and Jennifer Hammoud @ Radio Free Rhiniecliff Design by Cricket Lengyel

One Bright Book
Bonus Episode #4: Dorian Stuber and Rohan Maitzen Discuss Vanity Fair

One Bright Book

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2025 76:42


Welcome to One Bright Book! Rebecca and Frances move out of the picture for this bonus episode where Dorian gets a chance to finally discuss VANITY FAIR by William Makepeace Thackeray with his one time professor and always friend, Rohan Maitzen. A rare and special opportunity to revisit the book from the syllabus that he blew off reading. "You can never entirely escape your sins!" Ready for some time well-spent in the 19th century? Want to support the show? Visit us at Bookshop.org or click on the links below and buy some books! Books Mentioned: Vanity Fair by William Makepeace Thackeray David Copperfield by Charles Dickens Middlemarch by George Eliot North and South by Elizabeth Gaskell The Warden by Anthony Trollope Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen The Heart of Midlothian by Sir Walter Scott The Tenant of Wildfell Hall by Anne Bronte Little Dorrit by Charles Dickens Lady Audley's Secret by Mary Elizabeth Braddon The Moonstone by Wilkie Collins Villette by Charlotte Bronte Tess of the D'Urbervilles by Thomas Hardy You can find Rohan's blog Novel Readings here: https://rohanmaitzen.com/novelreadings/ Special thanks to Fred the Cat for the special background symphony. Further resources and links are available on our website at onebrightbook.com. Browse our bookshelves at Bookshop.org. Comments? Write us at onebrightmail at gmail Find us on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/onebrightbook.bsky.social Frances: https://bsky.app/profile/nonsuchbook.bsky.social Dorian: https://bsky.app/profile/ds228.bsky.social Rebecca: https://bsky.app/profile/ofbooksandbikes.bsky.social Dorian's blog: https://eigermonchjungfrau.blog/ Rebecca's newsletter: https://readingindie.substack.com/ Our theme music was composed and performed by Owen Maitzen. You can find more of his music here: https://soundcloud.com/omaitzen.  

Daily Comedy News
Jon Stewart on Riyadh Comedy Festival, Kimmel-gate and if he will keep hosting The Daily Show

Daily Comedy News

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2025 11:58 Transcription Available


Johnny Mac highlights Jon Stewart's appearance at the New Yorker Festival where he discusses comics at the Riyadh Comedy Festival, his views on integrity in comedy, and societal issues under Trump's administration. John Oliver criticizes Trump's controversial actions, including military strikes and financial mismanagement. Vanity Fair interviews David Cross on Kimmel Gate. Johnny also touches on the Golden Globes Podcast Awards controversy and Pete Davidson's fandom shift. Additionally, there's news on Mo Amer's new Netflix special and an incident involving federal agents detaining a Laugh Factory night manager.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support.Become a premium subscriber! (no ads). For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING and the bonus “DCN8” show.You also get 25+ other series  (it's only $4.99 a month with a free-trial month)Contact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com  Media Thoughts is mcdpod.substack.com dailycomedynews.substack.com DCN on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dailycomedynews https://linktr.ee/dailycomedynews www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynews  

KQED’s Forum
When Everyone's a Critic, Who Should You Trust?

KQED’s Forum

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 54:40


Have you watched a movie review on YouTube or an album takedown on TikTok? Cultural criticism is available for free everywhere which might explain why publications like the New York Times and Vanity Fair are trimming their staffs of professional reviewers. We talk to pop culture critic Angelica Jade Bastién and music critic Kelefa Sanneh about why traditional criticism should endure, even when everyone has a platform. Where do you turn for reliable reviews? Guests: Kelefa Sanneh, staff writer, The New Yorker Angelica Jade Bastién, critic covering film and pop culture, New York Magazine's Vulture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Broads Next Door
Poltergeist Part 2: The Murder of Dominique Dunne

Broads Next Door

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 99:14 Transcription Available


Turn off the movie and get ready to go behind the scenes, because today we're getting a broader understanding of the murder of Poltergeist star Dominique Dunne. This episode contains graphic descriptions of domestic violence, failures of the justice system, and the fact that sometimes the things that haunt us our deeply human. My main sources for this episode our the writings of Dominique's father Dominic Dunne for Vanity Fair, the writings of her brother Griffin Dunne, the E! true Hollywood story on her life and court testimony of those involved. This is a heavy one for me, I really struggled to record this but I think what happened to Dominique is important to talk about, it's something that happens every day.CW: Domestic ViolenceSources:Justice, Dominick Dunne for Vanity FairThe E! True Hollywood Story: Dominique DunneBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/broads-next-door--5803223/support.

Resurrections- An Adam Warlock and Thanos Podcast
Episode 205- Welcome To Dynamo City

Resurrections- An Adam Warlock and Thanos Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 79:00


Brian and Al take a look at Silver Surfer #40 as the Surfer starts his visit in Dynamo City! What better place for him to start a new life including needing a soul crushing job, dealing with taxes and fines and visiting the finest Tent City the galaxy has to offer. Plus the usual digressions about Argo City, comic book Vanity Fair homage covers and Comet Man! Best Issue Ever Podcast Bluesky Comics.org Facebook Ghosts of Yotei Instagram (Brian's) Knuckles Looney Tunes- How Many Lumps Marvel.fandom Outcasters Podcast The Restoration Band We Are Venomaniacs Podcast X X (Brian's) Opening Music- Lino Rise “Intro Pompeii” https://www.yummy-sounds.com Licensed Under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0   Closing Music- Sound Design Provided by Jason Donnelly http://www.djpuzzle.com All Rights Reserved

P3 ID
Del 1: Sam Altman – människan bakom AI-revolutionen

P3 ID

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 57:18


Han är visionären bakom Open AI och har jämförts med atombombens skapare. Det här är del ett av två i historien om Sam Altman. Nya avsnitt från P3 ID hittar du först i Sveriges Radio Play. Sam Altman (född 1985) är Silicon Valley-insidern som blev en av världens mäktigaste män.Efter en framgångsrik karriär som rådgivare och investerare i Silicon Valley initierade han tillsammans med bland andra entreprenören Elon Musk, projektet Open AI som skulle ledas som en ideell stiftelse. Sedan lanseringen av deras tjänst Chat GPT har mycket förändrats.I jakt på framtidens teknik och ”superintelligens” har Sam Altman både anklagats för att vara makthungrig och sakna riskmedvetenhet. Det här är första delen av två, om den unge visionären som blev den snabba AI-utvecklingens ansikte utåt.I programmet medverkar:Henning Eklund, techreporter Svenska Dagbladet.Karen Hao, författare till boken Empire of AI.Nick Bostrom, författare till boken Superintelligence och forskare vid den ideella organisationen MacroStrategy Research Initiative.Avsnittet gjordes av Carl-Johan UlvenäsProgramledare och producent: Vendela LundbergTekniker: Fredrik NilssonProgrammet släpptes under hösten 2025 och gjordes av produktionsbolaget DIST för Sveriges Radio.I arbetet med programmet har The Optimist av Keach Hagey och Empire of AI av Karen Hao varit till stor nytta.Arkivmaterial: CSPAN, Behind the tech, Life in Seven Songs, BBC, CNET, Vanity Fair, New York Times, What's Now, Yahoo, Sverige Radio, Past Weekend.

Crime story
[1/2] Bruno Sulak : serial braqueur

Crime story

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2025 20:09


(Premier épisode) 27 janvier 1983, à Paris, sur l'avenue Montaigne où les boutiques de luxe s'étalent sur 600 mètres. À 17h30, un braquage éclate dans la bijouterie Cartier. La directrice et ses deux vendeuses sont menottées puis un client, passant par là, est attaché avec ses lacets. En quinze minutes, les deux voleurs ressortent avec un magot d'une valeur de 3,5 millions d'euros. C'est le premier braquage d'une longue série pour Bruno Sulak, un homme né en 1955 en Algérie et originaire de Marseille. Enfant, il voulait être magicien. Adulte, il est devenu un braqueur insaisissable, connu pour ses hold-up à visage découvert et ses évasions spectaculaires. Dans Crime story, la journaliste Clawdia Prolongeau raconte cette affaire avec Damien Delseny, chef du service police-justice du Parisien.Crédits. Direction de la rédaction : Pierre Chausse - Rédacteur en chef : Jules Lavie - Ecriture et voix : Clawdia Prolongeau et Damien Delseny - Production : Thibault Lambert, Anaïs Godard, Clara Grouzis, Pénélope Gualchierotti - Réalisation et mixage : Julien Montcouquiol - Musiques : Audio Network - Archives : INA.Documentation.Cet épisode de Crime story a été écrit par Anaïs Godard en puisant dans les archives du Parisien, avec l'aide de nos documentalistes. Nous avons aussi exploité des ressources provenant de France Soir, Le Figaro, Libération, Le Monde, Vanity Fair, L'Express, La Dépêche du Midi, Le Point, Le JDD ainsi que le livre « Sulak » de Philippe Jaenada, édité aux éditions du Points. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Crime story
[2/2] Bruno Sulak : serial braqueur

Crime story

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2025 17:27


(Deuxième et dernier épisode) 27 janvier 1983, à Paris, sur l'avenue Montaigne où les boutiques de luxe s'étalent sur 600 mètres. À 17h30, un braquage éclate dans la bijouterie Cartier. La directrice et ses deux vendeuses sont menottées puis un client, passant par là, est attaché avec ses lacets. En quinze minutes, les deux voleurs ressortent avec un magot d'une valeur de 3,5 millions d'euros.C'est le premier braquage d'une longue série pour Bruno Sulak, un homme né en 1955 en Algérie et originaire de Marseille. Enfant, il voulait être magicien. Adulte, il est devenu un braqueur insaisissable, connu pour ses hold-up à visage découvert et ses évasions spectaculaires. Dans Crime story, la journaliste Clawdia Prolongeau raconte cette affaire avec Damien Delseny, chef du service police-justice du Parisien.Crédits. Direction de la rédaction : Pierre Chausse - Rédacteur en chef : Jules Lavie - Ecriture et voix : Clawdia Prolongeau et Damien Delseny - Production : Thibault Lambert, Anaïs Godard, Clara Grouzis, Pénélope Gualchierotti - Réalisation et mixage : Julien Montcouquiol - Musiques : Audio Network - Archives : INA.Documentation.Cet épisode de Crime story a été écrit par Anaïs Godard en puisant dans les archives du Parisien, avec l'aide de nos documentalistes. Nous avons aussi exploité des ressources provenant de France Soir, Le Figaro, Libération, Le Monde, Vanity Fair, L'Express, La Dépêche du Midi, Le Point, Le JDD ainsi que le livre « Sulak » de Philippe Jaenada, édité aux éditions du Points. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Democracy Decoded
How Democracy Is Impacted by the Expansion of Presidential Power

Democracy Decoded

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 37:13


Presidential power has expanded far beyond what the framers of the Constitution envisioned. From Lincoln and Roosevelt to Nixon and Trump, presidents have pushed the limits of executive authority — often during moments of crisis. Understanding this history is key to understanding what comes next for American democracyIn this episode, host Simone Leeper speaks with American historians Douglas Brinkley and Rick Perlstein, CLC Executive Director Adav Noti and Juan Proaño, CEO of LULAC. In conversation, they trace how the presidency has gathered sweeping power over time; what happens when oversight of this executive power breaks down; and what legal, legislative and civic reforms could restore accountability, prevent presidential overreach and safeguard the constitutional separation of powers that defines the United States.Timestamps:(00:05) — Why were federal troops deployed in Los Angeles?(05:11) — Can the president legally invoke emergency powers?(07:31) — How did the Founders limit presidential authority?(09:14) — When did executive orders begin to expand presidential power?(10:25) — How did FDR and later presidents redefine the presidency?(13:04) — What did Nixon's “If the president does it, it's not illegal” comment really mean?(15:22) — What are the origins of the so-called unitary executive theory?(18:21) — How are checks and balances failing?(19:42) — Is America sliding toward authoritarianism?(27:57) — How is Campaign Legal Center fighting unlawful presidential overreach through litigation?(30:00) — Why does birthright citizenship matter for American democracy?(33:13) — What can be done to stop abuses of presidential authority?Host and Guests:Simone Leeper litigates a wide range of redistricting-related cases at Campaign Legal Center, challenging gerrymanders and advocating for election systems that guarantee all voters an equal opportunity to influence our democracy. Prior to arriving at CLC, Simone was a law clerk in the office of Senator Ed Markey and at the Library of Congress, Office of General Counsel. She received her J.D. cum laude from Georgetown University Law Center in 2019 and a bachelor's degree in political science from Columbia University in 2016.Juan Proaño is an entrepreneur, technologist and business leader who is active in civic affairs, social impact, and politics He has served as the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) since November 2023. As LULAC's CEO, Juan oversees the day-to-day operations at LULAC; identifies strategic growth areas; and works to amplify the organization's advocacy initiatives and action-oriented programs.Rick Perlstein is an American historian, writer and journalist who has garnered recognition for his chronicles of the post-1960s American conservative movement. He is the author of five bestselling books. Perlstein received the 2001 Los Angeles Times Book Award for History for his first book, Before the Storm: Barry Goldwater and the Unmaking of the American Consensus, and appeared on the best books of the year lists of The New York Times, The Washington Post and the Chicago Tribune. His essays and book reviews have been published in The New Yorker, The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Nation, The Village Voice and Slate, among others. A contributing editor and board member of In These Times magazine, he lives in Chicago.Douglas Brinkley is the Katherine Tsanoff Brown Chair in Humanities and Professor of History at Rice University, CNN Presidential Historian and a contributing editor at Vanity Fair. He works in many capacities in the world of public history, including on boards, museums, colleges and historical societies. The Chicago Tribune dubbed him “America's New Past Master.” The New York Historical has chosen Brinkley as their official U.S. Presidential Historian. His recent book Cronkite won the Sperber Prize, while The Great Deluge: Hurricane Katrina, New Orleans and the Mississippi Gulf Coast received the Robert F. Kennedy Book Award. He has received a Grammy Award for Presidential Suite and seven honorary doctorates in American Studies. His two-volume annotated The Nixon Tapes recently won the Arthur S. Link – Warren F. Kuehl Prize. He is a member of the Century Association, Council of Foreign Relations and the James Madison Council of the Library of Congress. He lives in Austin, Texas, with his wife and three children.Adav Noti coordinates all of Campaign Legal Center's operations and programmatic activities, overseeing CLC's efforts to protect elections, advance voter freedom, fix the campaign finance system, ensure fair redistricting and promote government ethics. Adav has conducted dozens of constitutional cases in trial and appellate courts and the United States Supreme Court. He also advises members of Congress and other policymakers on advancing democracy through legislation. Prior to joining CLC, Adav served for more than 10 years in nonpartisan leadership capacities within the Office of General Counsel of the Federal Election Commission, and he served as a Special Assistant United States Attorney for the District of Columbia. Adav regularly provides expert analysis for television, radio and print journalism.Links: Voting Is an American Freedom. The President Can't Change That – CLC  What Are Executive Orders and How Do They Work? – CLC  The Significance of Firing Inspectors General: Explained – CLC  CLC's Kedric Payne on Trump's Brazen Removal of Nation's Top Ethics Official – CLC  The Justice Department Is In Danger Of Losing Its Way Under Trump – CLC  It's almost Inauguration Day. Will there be any checks on Trump's power? – Trevor Potter op-d in The Hill Amidst the Noise and Confusion – Trevor Potter's newsletter Understanding Corruption and Conflicts of Interest in Government | Campaign Legal Center – CLC  CLC Sues to Stop Elon Musk and DOGE's Lawless, Unconstitutional Power Grab | Campaign Legal Center – CLC  Trump's Executive Orders 2025 – Federal Register  Preserving and Protecting the Integrity of American Elections (Trump's EO on voting) – The White House  Defending the Freedom to Vote from the Trump Administration's Unconstitutional Presidential Overreach (LULAC, et al. v. Executive Office of the President) – CLC  CLC Sues to Block Trump Administration's Illegal Election Overreach – CLC  Victory! Anti-Voter Executive Order Halted in Court – CLC  Understanding the election tech implications in the Trump Administration's executive order – Verified Voting  Independent Agencies Must Remain Independent – CLC  Can President Trump Do That? – CLC  Why Birthright Citizenship Is an Essential Part of Our Democracy – CLC  Authoritarianism, explained – Protect Democracy The Authoritarian Playbook – Protect Democracy U.S. Supreme Court Significantly Limits Restraints on Unconstitutional Presidential Actions – CLC  Reconciliation Bill Passes the Senate Without Two Dangerous Provisions: Campaign Legal Center Reacts – CLC  The “Self-Evident” Case for Opposing Tyranny – Trevor Potter's Newsletter White House Eyes Rarely Used Power to Override Congress on Spending – NY TimesAbout CLC:Democracy Decoded is a production of Campaign Legal Center, a nonpartisan nonprofit organization dedicated to solving the wide range of challenges facing American democracy. Campaign Legal Center fights for every American's freedom to vote and participate meaningfully in the democratic process. Learn more about us.Democracy Decoded is part of The Democracy Group, a network of podcasts that examines what's broken in our democracy and how we can work together to fix it. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Morbid
The Kidnapping of J. Paul Getty III

Morbid

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 81:20


Throughout the twentieth century, few names loomed as large in the business and financial worlds as John Paul Getty. Once the richest man in the world, Getty made his fortune in the oil industry and an avid art collector, with a massive collection that served as a basis for the Getty Museum, the wealthiest museum in the world.  Getty's wealth and business acumen made him a household name well beyond his death in 1976; however, that same wealth and notoriety made him a target for con artists and other criminals. Among those who sought to extort the Getty family, no attempt was more incredible and sensational than the kidnapping of Getty's favorite grandchild, J. Paul Getty III, by an Italian crime syndicate in 1973.At first, the scion of the Getty family refused to negotiate with kidnappers, arguing that, if he paid the money, they would only kidnap other members of this family. But Getty reconsidered his position just a few weeks later, when his grandson's ear arrived in the mail, with the promise of other body parts, should he not comply with their demands.ReferencesAssociated Press. 1973. "Getty kidnapers spurn offer of $430,000 ransom as 'paltry'." Buffalo Nerws (Buffalo, NY), August 3: 2.—. 1973. "Getty's mother awaits word from kidnapers on ransom." Buffalo News (Buffalo, NY), July 18: 3.—. 1973. "Grandson of Getty missing." Los Angeles Times, July 13: 9.—. 1974. "Italy arrests 3, seeks 4th in Getty kidnapping ." New York Times, Janaury 17: 14.Miller, Julie. 2017. "What All the Money in the World gets right (and wrong) about the Getty kidnapping." Vanity Fair, December 25.New York Times. 1976. "2 Getty kidnappers sentenced in Italy." New York Times, January 30: 10.—. 1973. "Roman police report a threat to sever a finger of Getty boy." New York Times, July 20: 2.Norman, Judith. 2013. "His favorite wife: A memoir looks back on the life of the fifth and final Mrs. Getty." New York Times, September 1: 10.Pearson, John. 1995. Painfully Rich: J. Paul Getty and His Heirs. London, UK: Macmillan.Reuters. 1973. "Ransom is offered for Paul Getty, 17, his father reports." New York Times, November 18: 8. Cowritten by Alaina Urquhart, Ash Kelley & Dave White (Since 10/2022)Produced & Edited by Mikie Sirois (Since 2023)Research by Dave White (Since 10/2022), Alaina Urquhart & Ash KelleyListener Correspondence & Collaboration by Debra LallyListener Tale Video Edited by Aidan McElroy (Since 6/2025) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Done & Dunne
268. Dunne Profiles | Elizabeth Taylor

Done & Dunne

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 43:18


In our continuing “Elizabeth Taylor Takeover” this week, we remember that time that Dominick Dunne profiled Elizabeth Taylor in 1985 for Vanity Fair. At this time in her life, Elizabeth Taylor was back on top after battling addiction as well as doing extraordinary work bringing attention to AIDS and fundraising to fight the disease. Our man Nick is namedropping like normal in this one, but he is allowed to – the pair are old friends, after all. Sources ⁠⁠Fatal Charms and the Mansions of Limbo⁠⁠, by Dominick Dunne (Amazon link) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Done & Dunne
268. Dunne Profiles | Elizabeth Taylor

Done & Dunne

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 40:28


In our continuing “Elizabeth Taylor Takeover” this week, we remember that time that Dominick Dunne profiled Elizabeth Taylor in 1985 for Vanity Fair. At this time in her life, Elizabeth Taylor was back on top after battling addiction as well as doing extraordinary work bringing attention to AIDS and fundraising to fight the disease. Our man Nick is namedropping like normal in this one, but he is allowed to – the pair are old friends, after all. Sources ⁠⁠Fatal Charms and the Mansions of Limbo⁠⁠, by Dominick Dunne (Amazon link) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Auxoro: The Voice of Music
#281 - Todd Purdum: CHAOS, Conga, & 'I Love Lucy' | The UNTOLD Story Of Desi Arnaz

Auxoro: The Voice of Music

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 44:42


Todd Purdum joins Zach to unpack Desi Arnaz's wild arc: raised like a prince in Cuba, exiled at 16 by revolution, hustling in Miami, inventing the conga craze, then conquering Broadway and Hollywood with Lucille Ball. We dig into trauma that fueled his genius, the invention of the three-camera sitcom, catching "Lightning In A Bottle" with I Love Lucy, womanizing, marriage cracks and goodbyes, and the fingerprints Desi left on modern television. Guest bio: Todd S. Purdum is a veteran journalist and author whose forty-year career has spanned The New York Times, Vanity Fair, Politico, and The Atlantic. He's covered everything from city hall to the White House, served as diplomatic correspondent and Los Angeles bureau chief, and written definitive books on both Rodgers and Hammerstein's Broadway Revolution and the political drama behind the Civil Rights Act of 1964. He is the author of 'Desi Arnaz: The Man Who Invented Television.' This is only the first half of the episode with Todd Purdum. To get the full episode (audio and video), subscribe to The Zach Show 2.0 today: https://thezachshow.supercast.com/ TODD PURDUM LINKS:Desi Arnaz: The Man Who Invented Television: https://bit.ly/4opO7StAuthor Page: http://bit.ly/3L0BoY6New York Times Archive: https://www.nytimes.com/by/todd-s-purdumAll Books: http://bit.ly/3J97tMU THE ZACH SHOW LINKS: The Zach Show 2.0: https://thezachshow.supercast.com/Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3zaS6sPYouTube: https://bit.ly/3lTpJdjWebsite: https://www.auxoro.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/auxoroTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thezachshowpod If you're not ready to subscribe to The Zach Show 2.0, rating the show on Spotify or Apple Podcasts is free and massively helpful. It boosts visibility, helps new listeners discover the show, and keeps this chaos alive. Thank you: Rate The Zach Show on Spotify: https://bit.ly/43ZLrAtRate The Zach Show on Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/458nbha  

Apple News Today
Why both parties are holding out as the shutdown drags on

Apple News Today

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 13:20


As the government shutdown continues, Republicans and Democrats both say the American public is on their side. The Wall Street Journal’s Siobhan Hughes joins to discuss the politics keeping the government closed. Candidates in the New York City mayoral race faced off in a debate Thursday night. Vanity Fair’s James Pogue breaks down the rise of leading candidate Zohran Mamdani. Sports betting has exploded in popularity since the Supreme Court paved the way for states to legalize it in 2018. On this week’s Apple News In Conversation, Jonathan D. Cohen, author of ‘Losing Big: America’s Reckless Bet on Sports Gambling,’ unpacks what sports betting’s widespread acceptance says about our culture. Plus, former national-security adviser John Bolton was indicted for allegedly mishandling classified information, why Trump issued a strong warning to Hamas, and the German museum Taylor Swift fans are flocking to. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

SPYCRAFT 101
217. Journalists Behind the Iron Curtain with Kati Marton

SPYCRAFT 101

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2025 51:22


This week Justin talks with Kati Marton. Kati is an author, journalist, and correspondent who has worked with National Public Radio and later with ABC News where she was the bureau chief in Germany. Her work has appeared in The New Yorker, The Times of London, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, Newsweek, Vanity Fair, and many other publications. She's also published nine books and has served as an advocate for human rights all over the world, including as the chair of the International Women's Health Coalition and on the board of Directors for the International Rescue Committee. You might remember Kati from her first appearance on the podcast for episode 132 when they discussed her book, True Believer: Stalin's Last American Spy. Now she's back to discuss her own life and family. Kati's parents were journalists in Hungary who were both arrested and imprisoned as spies prior to the 1956 revolution. Check out Kati's first appearance in ep 132 here. https://www.buzzsprout.com/1780478/episodes/14395405Connect with Kati:en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kati_MartonCheck out Kati's book, Enemies of the People, here.https://a.co/d/4XTcC7lConnect with Spycraft 101:Get Justin's latest book, Murder, Intrigue, and Conspiracy: Stories from the Cold War and Beyond, here.spycraft101.comIG: @spycraft101Shop: shop.spycraft101.comPatreon: Spycraft 101Subtack: spycraft101.substack.comFind Justin's first book, Spyshots: Volume One, here.Check out Justin's second book, Covert Arms, here.Download the free eBook, The Clandestine Operative's Sidearm of Choice, here.Support the show

The Beat with Ari Melber
Blue States Check Trump Amid Legal Firestorm Over Troop Deployments

The Beat with Ari Melber

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 41:54


October 6, 2025, 6pm: President Trump is escalating the use of the military in cities across the country. Plus, MSNBC's Ari Melber reports on how Taylor Swifts album "The Life of a Showgirl" is rippling through politics and culture. Reverend Al Sharpton and Vanity Fair's Molly Jong-Fast join. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Countdown with Keith Olbermann
RERUN: COULD TRUMP PASS A SANITY TEST? - 10.3.25

Countdown with Keith Olbermann

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 42:43 Transcription Available


SEASON 4 EPISODE 21: COUNTDOWN WITH KEITH OLBERMANN A-Block (2:30) COULD TRUMP PASS A SANITY TEST? Warning: this is a PARTIAL RE-RUN. If you heard Thursday's episode, don't bother. But I got such a great response to re-reading and annotating and updating my July 2016 piece for Vanity Fair Magazine on this topic that I wanted to post this as a stand-alone segment in case you skipped it and had time to listen now. The Thursday news-of-the-day stuff has gotten slightly outdated so I've stripped it off. As you know, I don't make a habit of re-posting episodes and I'm not going to start. Again: if you listened to the whole thing Thursday, this is NOT going to be new to you. Don't listen - unless you're trying to memorize it. SO... COULD TRUMP PASS A SANITY TEST? I have grown old talking about Trump's sanity. As I wrote then: short answer? Probably not. This is a layman using professional tools: an actual kind of "triage" test used by working psychology professionals to assess if somebody is injured, tripping, or psychopathic. I had an active therapist walk through the examination and assign the points per topic. It's an important time to review what we knew - or should have known - nine long years ago. Because he was unwell then, too. B-Block (24:31) PART TWO OF "CAN TRUMP PASS A SANITY TEST": We conclude the annotated 2016 piece on Trump's already provable mental distress with the disturbing reality that takes us back to where we began on Thursday with Representative Madeleine Dean's lament: "The president is unwell." C-Block (45:00) THIS IS JUST THE SIGN-OFF: Honestly, there is no reason to listen to this. It's just the credits.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.