Parhaat Nick Everett Podcastit (2024)

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Best Of: Bridget Everett / Nick Harkaway, John le Carré's Son 48:41

7d ago48:41

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The HBO series Somebody Somewhere is about a 40-something woman who returns home to Kansas to care for her dying sister, then stays, but feels like an outsider until she finds a place in the LGBTQ community. We talk Bridget Everett, star of the series, who is also an acclaimed (and bawdy) cabaret singer. Also, writer Nick Harkaway talks about his n…

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Best Of: Alex Van Halen / Painter Titus Kaphar 48:37

8h ago48:37

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Alex Van Halen has written a new memoir about forming the rock band Van Halen with his brother Eddie. It takes readers from their childhood to the wild ride of sex, drugs, and rock and roll. Eddie Van Halen died in 2020. Alex talks with Tonya Mosley about his grief and reflects on their relationship. Also, artist Titus Kaphar talks about his new mo…

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Remembering 'Tootsie' Actor Teri Garr 47:40

19h ago47:40

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We remember actor Teri Garr, who died last week at age 79. She charmed audiences in her film roles and appearances on late night TV. She's best known for her role as the dim witted seductive lab assistant to Gene Wilder's mad scientist in Mel Brook's Young Frankenstein. She was later nominated for an Oscar for her performance in Tootsie. After bein…

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What About Foreign Interference In The 2024 Election? 46:06

1d ago46:06

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New Yorker journalist David Kirkpatrick says a government command hub is tasked with tracking and protecting U.S. elections from foreign adversaries who try to disrupt them by sowing discord and foment violence. Guest jazz critic Martin Johnson remembers composer Benny Golson, who died last month at the age of 95. Learn more about sponsor message c…

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Podcast episode 42: Randy Harris on the Linguistics Wars

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In this interview, we talk to Randy Harris about the controversies surrounding the generative semantics movement in American linguistics of the 1960s and 70s. Download | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube References for Episode 42 Chomsky, N. (2015/1965). Aspects of the theory of syntax (50th Anniversary edition.). The MIT Press. Harris, R. A. (202…

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The Organization Ready To Help Trump Override The Federal Gov't 47:01

2d ago47:01

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New York Times reporter Ken Bensinger says the America First Policy Institute, which has nearly 300 executive orders ready to be signed, would influence a Trump second term more than Project 2025. Also, John Powers reviews the movie A Real Pain. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy…

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Dennis Firth, The Royal Montreal Golf Club | Episode No. 428 1:00:31

3d ago1:00:31

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Founded by eight men in 1873, The Royal Montreal Golf Club is the oldest golf club in North America, and the oldest in continuous existence, celebrating 150 years in 2023. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast powered by Epic Golf Club, Dennis shares what led him to The Royal Montreal Golf Club, talks about the history and the importa…

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Alex Van Halen On Eddie, Fire & 'Feeling It' 46:24

4d ago46:24

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Alex Van Halen has written a new memoir about forming the rock band Van Halen with his brother Eddie, who died of cancer in 2020. The book, titled Brothers, takes readers from their childhood to the wild ride of sex, drugs, and rock and roll. He spoke with Tonya Mosley about grief, lighting his drums on fire, and what he really thinks of This is Sp…

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How The Culture Wars Split A Church 46:00

5d ago46:00

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Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Eliza Griswold says complaints about homophobia, white privilege and diversity are splintering progressive organizations — including one particular church in Philadelphia. Her book is Circle of Hope. It's a finalist for the National Book Award. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices …

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Singer-Songwriter Randy Newman 47:23

8d ago47:23

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The witty, cynical and often tongue-in-cheek songwriter Randy Newman is the subject of a new biography. He also wrote a bunch of film scores, including the music for Toy Story, Ragtime, A Bug's Life, and Monsters, Inc. We're revisiting Newman's interview with Terry Gross from 1998 and Ken Tucker reviews the book, A Few Words in Defense of Our Count…

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Painter Titus Kaphar On 'Exhibiting Forgiveness' 45:55

9d ago45:55

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When painter, sculptor, and installation artist Titus Kaphar's life was upended by his estranged father, he turned to film. First he decided to tell his story in a documentary, but scrapped the project when it felt unsatisfying. His new feature film, Exhibiting Forgiveness, tells his story and brings his paintings to life. Kaphar talked to Tonya Mo…

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John le Carré's Son Revives His Late Dad's Beloved Spy 46:52

10d ago46:52

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Writer Nick Harkaway grew up hearing his dad read drafts of his George Smiley novels. He picks up le Carré's beloved spymaster character in the new novel, Karla's Choice. He spoke with Sam Briger about choosing his own pen name, channeling his dad's writing style, and his stint writing copy for a lingerie catalogue. Subscribe to Fresh Air's weekly …

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Sarah Forrest, Golf Guru Group | Episode No. 427 57:35

10d ago57:35

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Golf Guru Group is an organization that specializes in providing consulting services and expertise to the golf and hospitality industries. They offer a wide range of services, including golf course management, marketing, event planning, and business strategy development. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast powered by Epic Golf Club,…

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What Do Billionaires Like Elon Musk Want From Trump? 46:23

11d ago46:23

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New Yorker writer Susan Glasser says Musk has spent $75 million to support Trump. If elected, Trump promises to appoint Musk to head a commission to cut costs in every part of the federal government. Maureen Corrigan reviews the satirical novel Blood Test by Charles Baxter. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR …

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Bridget Everett On Not Fitting In, Then Finding Her People 45:29

12d ago45:29

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Growing up in Manhattan, Kansas, Bridget Everett and her "blue sense of humor" never quite fit in. After moving to New York City and developing a cabaret show, she returned home for her HBO show Somebody Somewhere. The series is semi-autobiographical, about a woman struggling with self-worth and grief as she finds her people and her voice. Subscrib…

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Best Of: Pharrell Williams / Lisa Marie Presley's Memoir 48:39

14d ago48:39

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Grammy-winning producer, singer, songwriter and rapper Pharrell Williams has a new animated biopic called Piece by Piece. He talks with Tonya Mosley about synesthesia and collaborations with Snoop Dogg, Kelis, and Gwen Stefani. We'll also hear from Riley Keough, Elvis's granddaughter and Lisa Marie Presley's daughter. She talks about the memoir she…

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Tom Petty / 'Reservation Dogs' Co-Creator Sterlin Harjo 47:32

15d ago47:32

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We're revisiting our interview with Tom Petty, whose hits include "American Girl," "Breakdown," and "I Won't Back Down." The soundtrack of the new Apple TV+ series Bad Monkey is all Tom Petty covers. He spoke with Terry Gross in 2006. Sterlin Harjo, co-creator of the Peabody award-winning FX/Hulu TV series Reservation Dogs, is a 2024 recipient of t…

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The Battle For Honest And Accountable Government 46:36

16d ago46:36

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Former Inspector General Glenn Fine oversaw investigations of the mishandling of documents in the Oklahoma bombing case, the treatment of detainees at Guantanamo and corruption in the Navy. He spoke with Dave Davies about his work to uncover abuse, waste, and fraud in the Departments of Justice and Defense. His book is Watchdogs. Also, Maureen Corr…

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An Unprecedented Moment For Abortion, IVF & Fetal Personhood 46:09

17d ago46:09

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Legal scholar Mary Ziegler talks about the legal battles shaping reproductive rights across the U.S. — including the scope of abortion access and the fate of IVF. And we look ahead at two very different outcomes with the election. "I don't think in the past 50 years we've had an election where the stakes could be as high, simply because Roe v. Wade…

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Tyler Bloom, Tyler Bloom Consulting | Episode No. 426 1:15:21

17d ago1:15:21

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Tyler Bloom Consulting specializes in workforce development, talent acquisition, and executive search services for the golf and turf industries. They help private clubs and golf courses address workforce challenges and improve employee retention through tailored strategies. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast powered by Epic Golf Cl…

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Palestinian Poet Reflects On A Life Of Loss 44:41

18d ago44:41

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Mosab Abu Toha was able to escape Gaza, along with his wife and three young children. The award-winning poet talks about being detained at a check-point, parenting in war, and the devastation of leaving his family and friends behind. His new book of poetry is Forest of Noise. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NP…

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Riley Keough Helps Mom Lisa Marie Presley Emerge From Elvis' Shadow 45:54

19d ago45:54

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Lisa Marie Presley, the only child of Elvis Presley, was working on a memoir when she died in 2023. In From Here to the Great Unknown, actor Riley Keough details her mother's unusual life in Graceland. She also talks about grief and her own time at Neverland Ranch. Maureen Corrigan reviews the novel Shred Sisters by Betsy Lerner. Subscribe to Fresh…

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Best Of: Jeremy Strong / Will & Harper's Roadtrip Across America 49:04

21d ago49:04

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Jeremy Strong played Kendall Roy on HBO's Succession. He's now starring in The Apprentice, as Donald Trump's unscrupulous lawyer and mentor Roy Cohn. Strong says the film examines the playbook Cohn passed on to Trump: "Always attack, deny everything and never admit defeat." Also, Will Ferrrell and his friend and former SNL writing partner Harper St…

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Remembering Gospel Singer Cissy Houston / MLB Legend Pete Rose 47:28

22d ago47:28

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We remember singer Cissy Houston, who died Oct. 7 at the age of 91. She got her start in gospel and sang backup vocals for Elvis, Dusty Springfield, Wilson Pickett, Van Morrison and Aretha Franklin, most notably on "A Natural Woman." She was also the mother of Whitney Houston. Houston spoke with Terry Gross in 1998. Also, we remember Major League B…

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Israeli Writer Etgar Keret Reflects On A Year Of War 47:04

23d ago47:04

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Internationally-acclaimed writer Etgar Keret, who lives in Tel Aviv, reflects on the protests in Israel and the U.S. over the hostages and Gaza. The son of Holocaust survivors, he has left- and right-wing political views in his own family. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy…

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Jeremy Strong On Delusion, Dreams and Doing What It Takes [Extended Version] 55:56

24d ago55:56

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Best-known for his role as Kendall Roy in HBO's Succession, Jeremy Strong now stars as lawyer and political hitman Roy Cohn in The Apprentice. The movie, he says, "explores essentially how Trump was made and his philosophical moral framework." Strong talks with Terry Gross about playing Cohn and about some of Kendall's most memorable scenes. Subscr…

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