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The Business
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A demanding first week for Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro
Matt Belloni and Lucas Shaw examine Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro’s busy first week on the job. Plus, we revisit our conversation with Daryl Hannah, who joined Kim Masters last year to discuss her Neil Young concert film Coastal.
A human conversation with the producers of ‘The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist’
Kim Masters speaks with producers Diane Becker and Ted Tremper about The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist. Plus, Masters and Matt Belloni break down the first week of Disney’s new CEO.
Tilly Norwood creator defends her controversial synthetic character
Kim Masters talks with Tilly Norwood creator Eline Van der Velden, who defends her controversial synthetic character. Plus, Masters and Matt Belloni discuss Ben Affleck’s AI company, recently purchased by Netflix.
A check-in with SAG-AFTRA president Sean Astin
Kim Masters speaks with SAG-AFTRA president Sean Astin about stepping into the job during a rough year for Hollywood. Plus, Masters and Matt Belloni dig into David Ellison’s plans for HBO Max and Paramount+.
Kleber Mendonça Filho on ‘The Secret Agent’ and taking a stand
Kim sits down with Brazilian writer-director Kleber Mendonça Filho to discuss his Oscar-nominated political thriller The Secret Agent. Plus, Masters and Matt Belloni dive into Netflix’s decision to drop out of the Warner Bros. bidding war.
Oscar-nominated cinematographer Autumn Durald Arkapaw on ‘Sinners’
Kim Masters speaks with Academy Award–nominated cinematographer Autumn Durald Arkapaw about Sinners. Plus, Masters and Matt Belloni unpack a less than ideal week for Paramount, including the CBS-Colbert drama.
The Treatment
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The Treat: Kenneth Turan
The storied film critic cites a 20th century writer as his inspiration.
Director Joseph Kosinski on the sound of ‘F1’
How Kosinski’s background in music informs his filmmaking.
The Treat: Maria Bamford
The comedian’s comedian pays homage to a book about ethical capitalism.
‘Project Hail Mary’ directors on making outer space feel like home
Phil Lord and Chris Miller talk about why the sci-fi flick is their most ambitious project yet.
The Treat: Ken Leung
The ‘Industry’ star celebrates a classic children’s story that's deceptively simple but deeply wise.
Actress Erika Alexander on flexing her comedic muscles in ‘Reggie Dinkins’
The multi-faceted actress talks about her evolution from ‘Living Single’ to ‘Reggie Dinkins.’
The Sam Sanders Show
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Can Robyn Teach Us To Love Again (and again and again)? w/ Jia Tolentino
Happy Robyn week, to all who celebrate.
How Did Wordle Become a Pop Culture Icon?
For millions of players, the NYT Games app is vital to daily life.
Can Reality TV Survive This?
The new season of ‘The Bachelorette’ was over before it began.
Chris Fleming: Is Comedy His Love Language?
The stand-up sensation gets honest about his oddball act.
How Did K-Pop Make Hollywood History?
‘Golden’ Songwriter Mark Sonnenblick on making the Oscar-winning anthem.
What If You Could Change Your Race? w/ Amy Wang
A new film tackles body horror and belonging.