The Treatment

The Treatment

The Treatment is a compelling listen to the vital conversations about the catalysts of creative inspiration. Following some of the most interesting, influential, and crossover creators in the world of entertainment, fashion, sports, and the arts, we hear from tastemakers who are the very fabric that forms popular culture.

Edward Norton joins for a special “live” episode of The Treatment at KCRW HQ to share his reverence for David Lynch, and defend his decision to not meet a hero.

Edward Norton tells us why he decided not to meet Bob Dylan

Edward Norton joins for a special “live” episode of The Treatment at KCRW HQ to share his reverence for David Lynch, and defend his decision to not meet a hero.

Collaborators James Mangold (filmmaker) and Arianne Phillips (costume designer) join to discuss deep 1960s research, and exploring Dylan’s famed enigmatism.

Director James Mangold + costumer Arianne Phillips on big designs for ‘A Complete Unknown’

Collaborators James Mangold (filmmaker) and Arianne Phillips (costume designer) join to discuss deep 1960s research, and exploring Dylan’s famed enigmatism.

Oscar nominated actor Edward Norton sits down for an extended interview with Elvis Mitchell in front of a live audience at KCRW's Annenberg Performance Studio.

BONUS: Extended interview with actor Edward Norton

Oscar nominated actor Edward Norton sits down for an extended interview with Elvis Mitchell in front of a live audience at KCRW's Annenberg Performance Studio.

John David Washington advocates for Jonathan Demme’s remarkably humanistic dramatization of the AIDS crisis in his Oscar winning 1993 film, ‘Philadelphia.’

John David Washington on the enduring relevance of ‘Philadelphia’

John David Washington advocates for Jonathan Demme’s remarkably humanistic dramatization of the AIDS crisis in his Oscar winning 1993 film, ‘Philadelphia.’

Best Supporting Actress nominee Zoe Saldaña breaks down the process of filming big set pieces and reflects on being in the mix of the 2024 Cannes film festival.

Actress Zoe Saldaña on bringing her multifaceted identity to her roles

Best Supporting Actress nominee Zoe Saldaña breaks down the process of filming big set pieces and reflects on being in the mix of the 2024 Cannes film festival.

Actress Demi Moore tells us about her Oscar-nominated work in the 2024 body horror film “The Substance.”

Demi Moore shares why she loves provocative films like ‘The Substance’

Actress Demi Moore tells us about her Oscar-nominated work in the 2024 body horror film “The Substance.”

Jesse Eisenberg talks about the profound impact that his 106-year-old great aunt had on his life.

Jesse Eisenberg reflects on an inspiring great aunt who lived to 106

Jesse Eisenberg talks about the profound impact that his 106-year-old great aunt had on his life.

Genre-fluid actress Cristin Milioti joins on the heels of her SAG award-nominated turn in “The Penguin” to tell us about being part of the “Batman” world.

Cristin Milioti on why Gotham feels more real than other superhero worlds

Genre-fluid actress Cristin Milioti joins on the heels of her SAG award-nominated turn in “The Penguin” to tell us about being part of the “Batman” world.

Grammy and Tony winning actress-singer Cynthia Erivo catches up with Elvis at Sundance about how she found out she was Oscar-nominated for “Wicked.”

Cynthia Erivo tells her “Wicked” Oscar nomination story

Grammy and Tony winning actress-singer Cynthia Erivo catches up with Elvis at Sundance about how she found out she was Oscar-nominated for “Wicked.”

Brazilian director Walter Salles reflects on the lasting impact of Michelangelo Antonioni’s “The Passenger.”

Director Walter Salles on Michelangelo Antonioni's ‘The Passenger’

Brazilian director Walter Salles reflects on the lasting impact of Michelangelo Antonioni’s “The Passenger.”

Actor David Krumholtz professes his love for the poetic prowess of the Grateful Dead.

David Krumholtz is grateful for Jerry Garcia and Robert Hunter

Actor David Krumholtz professes his love for the poetic prowess of the Grateful Dead.

Halina Reijn, the writer and director of the erotic drama “Babygirl” talks getting on the floor with her actors and being fascinated by human behavior.

‘Babygirl’ director Halina Reijn on her visceral approach to filmmaking

Halina Reijn, the writer and director of the erotic drama “Babygirl” talks getting on the floor with her actors and being fascinated by human behavior.

Filmmaking legend Paul Schrader speaks on his confessional new project “Oh, Canada” which stars Richard Gere.

Paul Schrader on ‘Canada as a metaphor’ in his new film

Filmmaking legend Paul Schrader speaks on his confessional new project “Oh, Canada” which stars Richard Gere.

Filmmaker Pablo Larrain tells us about his Maria Callas biopic — part of an ongoing project to examine famous 20th century women thrust into harsh spotlights.

Pablo Larrain on loving opera and making ‘Maria’

Filmmaker Pablo Larrain tells us about his Maria Callas biopic — part of an ongoing project to examine famous 20th century women thrust into harsh spotlights.

Tiffany Haddish shares how her grandmother sparked her love for comedy when she was young with VHS tapes of comedy greats.

Tiffany Haddish’s grandmother was her gateway into comedy

Tiffany Haddish shares how her grandmother sparked her love for comedy when she was young with VHS tapes of comedy greats.

Actor Adam Scott joins us for a meaty chat on the heels of the long-awaited Season 2 premiere of his Apple TV+ series “Severance.”

Adam Scott tells us about ‘Severance’ season 2 (no spoilers)

Actor Adam Scott joins us for a meaty chat on the heels of the long-awaited Season 2 premiere of his Apple TV+ series “Severance.”

Pioneering musician Brian Eno talks process ahead of the 24 hour streaming window for his “generative” documentary “Eno.”

Brian Eno joins ahead of the 24 hour streaming window for his ‘generative’ doc

Pioneering musician Brian Eno talks process ahead of the 24 hour streaming window for his “generative” documentary “Eno.”

Kate Winslet reflects on joyful childhood memories of singing, dancing, and performing to “Matchstalk Men and Matchstalk Cats and Dogs” by Brian and Michael.

Kate Winslet on ‘Matchstalk Men and Matchstalk Cats and Dogs’

Kate Winslet reflects on joyful childhood memories of singing, dancing, and performing to “Matchstalk Men and Matchstalk Cats and Dogs” by Brian and Michael.

Actor, filmmaker, and Hollywood royalty Jack Huston joins to tell us how his directorial debut “Day of the Fight” came together.

Jack Huston on his directorial debut ‘Day of the Fight’

Actor, filmmaker, and Hollywood royalty Jack Huston joins to tell us how his directorial debut “Day of the Fight” came together.

Director Pablo Larraín shares his appreciation for the opera classic, ‘Madama Butterfly’.

Pablo Larraín on the paradox of ‘Madama Butterfly’’s "Humming Chorus"

Director Pablo Larraín shares his appreciation for the opera classic, ‘Madama Butterfly’.