Short packets of content. That’s the world we live in. We've condensed and compressed so much of what we consume that our entertainment and our news seem to have lost any nuance or complexity.
Nov 18
Choose Your Seven Humans Wisely with author Fredrik Backman
<p>What if great friendships aren’t found by luck but built through effort?</p><p>Bestselling novelist Fredrik Backman, the mind behind <i>A Man Called Ove</i> (adapted into the Tom Hanks film <i>A Man Called Otto</i>), <i>Anxious People</i>, and the beloved <i>Beartown</i> serie ... Show More
58m 7s
Nov 11
The Smartest Way To Be Stupid with comedian Matthew Broussard
<p>If you feel stupid while learning something new, you’re doing it right. But if you keep doing the same thing over and over hoping it’ll suddenly make sense - that’s on you. The trick isn’t to push harder; it’s to find a new teacher, a new explanation, a new way in.</p><p>That’ ... Show More
1h 4m
Mar 2019
Interview: Phoebe Robinson of '2 Dope Queens'
It's Tuesday. Phoebe Robinson is doing a lot. There's her acting and her second book, 'Everything's Trash, But It's Okay.' And on top of that, there's '2 Dope Queens,' the podcast turned HBO live show that she hosted with Jessica Williams. Sam catches up with Robinson on the come ... Show More
25m 40s
May 2019
Ruth Whippman on the Complexity of Happiness
Ruth Whippman is a regular contributor to radio shows, television, and podcasts, having made appearances on shows including NPR’s Brian Lehrer Show, To the Point, CBS news and Morning Edition amongst many others. She is also a regular speaker and has given talks at Google, Prince ... Show More
49m 16s
Aug 2020
Phoebe Robinson
<p>Stand-up, actress, and best-selling author Phoebe Robinson joins Jameela this week to discuss dealing with debt in your 20s, how Sex In The City lied to us about living in NY, performative activism, appreciating and supporting issues that you haven't experienced, and her new p ... Show More
1h 7m
May 2024
Rebel Wilson: I Experimented With Ozempic! Childhood Trauma Was The Reason I Couldn't Lose Weight & ALL The Truth About Sacha Baron Cohen!
She’s stolen every scene she’s ever been in, but her hardest role might be being herself
Rebel Wilson is an Australian actress and producer best known for her roles in films such as, ‘Bridesmaids’, ‘Pitch Perfect’ and ‘Jojo Rabbit’.
In this conversation Rebel and Steven discuss ... Show More
1h 35m