logo
episode-header-image
Dec 2022
31m 12s

The year in podcasts, TikTok hits and cl...

Wbur
About this episode
Vulture critic Nick Quah shares his favorite podcasts of 2022, including "Mother Country Radicals" and "Normal Gossip." Then, New Yorker music critic Alex Ross talks about the year in classical music, highlighting women composers and performers. And, TikTok is a major player in the music industry — and it's "About Damn Time" to recognize it as such. Dan What ... Show More
Up next
Mar 2025
Israel blocks aid to Gaza as it pushes new ceasefire terms
Israel has stopped humanitarian aid to Gaza as the first phase of the ceasefire deal expired this weekend. The Guardian's Julian Borger talks about why Israel has stopped that aid and ongoing negotiations with Hamas. Then, New York Rep. Gregory Meeks, the ranking Democrat on the ... Show More
27m 31s
Feb 2025
The loneliness cure: How 'third spaces' help people build connections
A café. A dog park. A gym. A library. A playground. A bar. We often take these spaces for granted, but they're vital for fighting the loneliness epidemic. We look into how these spaces help people combat isolation and form new connections. And, birds serve as a guide for social a ... Show More
34m 44s
Feb 2025
What to know about the Texas measles outbreak
The country's first measles death in a decade was recorded Wednesday in Texas. Health and Human Services head Robert F. Kennedy Jr said Wednesday that the outbreak is not "unusual," something disputed by infectious disease experts such as Dr. Peter Hotez, who joins us. Then, the ... Show More
31m 32s
Recommended Episodes
Dec 2024
The Year in Music
<p>As 2024 comes to a close, critics, reporters and editors at The New York Times are reflecting on the year in arts and culture, including music.<br /><br />Today, The Times’s pop music critics Jon Pareles, Lindsay Zoladz and Jon Caramanica talk with Melissa Kirsch, the deputy e ... Show More
33m 27s
Jan 2025
Bad Bunny Interview! His ‘Most Puerto Rican’ Album Yet, Trump Rally Response & L.A. Celeb Problems
Upon the release of his new album, “Debí Tirar Más Fotos,” the world-conquering Latin superstar discusses why it's filled with traditional sounds and rhythms from his homeland. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via yo ... Show More
1 h
Jan 2025
'The Interview': Ben Stiller on 'Severance,' Selling Out and Being Jewish Today
The actor-director discusses the long-awaited return of the hit series, the comedies that made him a star and growing up with his famous parents. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here ht ... Show More
48 m
Feb 2025
'The Interview': Ed Yong Wants to Show You the Hidden Reality of the World
The Pulitzer Prize-winning science writer talks about burnout from covering the pandemic and how bird-watching gave him a new sense of hope. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https:/ ... Show More
40m 27s
Dec 2024
Is the Real ‘Wicked’ Movie the Press Tour?
A conversation about the musical’s transfer from stage to screen, and the lead actresses who are bringing new narratives to their roles. Guest: Joe Coscarelli Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcas ... Show More
55m 28s
Dec 2024
From DealBook: Alex Cooper on Building a Media Brand
<p>The host of the “Call Her Daddy” podcast and founder of the Unwell Network discusses her interview with Vice President Kamala Harris ahead of the 2024 election, her podcast’s journey from chatting about sex advice to delving into more serious subjects and how the Unwell Networ ... Show More
26m 21s
Oct 2024
It’s Touring Season: Chappell, Sabrina and Mk.gee Hit the Stage
A roundup of some of the biggest and most impactful shows on the road this fall, and how live performances can shift the audience’s perception of an artist. Guest: Joe Coscarelli. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via ... Show More
1h 3m
May 2025
Theo Von, Andrew Schulz, Joe Rogan: A ‘Manosphere’ Just Asking Questions
A conversation about the comedians and podcasters who have created a new media mainstream for actors, musicians and politicians. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes ... Show More
47m 42s
Dec 2024
'The Interview': Jonathan Roumie Plays Jesus to Millions. It Can Get Intense.
The star of “The Chosen” discusses his early struggles in Hollywood, fans who conflate him with his character and how his own faith informs his work. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app her ... Show More
42m 36s
Mar 2025
'The Interview': Lady Gaga's Latest Experiment? Happiness.
The pop superstar reflects on her struggles with mental health, the pressures of the music industry and why she’s returned to the sound that made her famous. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast ... Show More
48m 56s