In conversation
Lucy Dacus and Thandiwe Newton on Creative Solidarity and the Perfect Red Lip
June 30, 2021
The singer and songwriter hopped on the phone with the actor to discuss her new album, the possibility of a Boygenius reunion, and the challenge of making honest art.
Rorschach Test
Alan Yang on Group Chats, Pitch Meetings, and Procrastination
May 28, 2021
The “Master of None” co-creator offers his takes on 11 topics chosen at semi-random.
IN CONVERSATION
Jermaine Fowler Tells Whoopi Goldberg Why Coming 2 America Is a Full-Circle Moment
February 16, 2021
The actor and comedian on the surreal experience of acting opposite his hero, and why he was prepared for it.
Naeem Tells Moses Sumney Why It Was Time to Retire Spank Rock
June 12, 2020
With the release of his new album “Startisha,” the musician completes his journey from party rapper to truth-teller.
Whitmer Thomas Talks to His Emo Idol Mark Hoppus About Mining Tragedy for Comedy
April 6, 2020
Work sucks, but as the comedian tells the Blink-182 co-founder, it’s a lot better when you get your own HBO special.
Lil Tracy and Ishmael Butler Have a Father and Son Heart-to-Heart
March 23, 2020
For these two non-conformists, hip-hop runs in the family.
Jamila Woods and Macy Gray Compose Their Own Legacies
October 2, 2019
The two musicians chart their own histories, both musical and personal, and meditate on race, discipline, and the multitudes of Lil Nas X.
Javier Bardem, Climate Crusader and Lover Of Penguins
September 27, 2019
The Oscar-winning actor on how an arctic expedition for the Greenpeace doc ‘Sanctuary’ led to a personal awakening.
Skittles Freezes, Taco Bell, and a Backwoods Blunt: An Afternoon with Trippie Redd
August 27, 2019
“We definitely got aliens.”