
Since 1980, City Arts & Lectures has presented onstage conversations with outstanding figures in literature, politics, criticism, science, and the performing arts, offering the most diverse perspectives about ideas and values. City Arts & Lectures programs can be heard on more than 130 public radio stations across the country and wherever you get your podcasts. The broadcasts are co-produced with ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 418 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Arts | |||

José Andrés is widely recognized for both his culinary achievements – including two Michelin stars, and 40 restaurants worldwide – and his humanitarian work. As the founder of World Central Kitchen, Andrés has fed tens of millions of people across do... more
Ben Rhodes is a writer on U.S. and global politics. A contributor to the New York Times and MSNOW, and co-host of Pod Save the World, Ben has authored two New York Times bestsellers - After the Fall and The World As It Is: A Memoir of the Obama White... more
This week, our guest is Boots Riley, an Oakland-based filmmaker and founding member of the seminal hip hop group, The Coup. Like his music, Riley’s films are politically charged, tackling subjects like capitalism, racism, and class. His debut film, S... more
NOTE: This is a PODCAST-ONLY program - the titles and contents of Adam Mansbach's books have NOT been bleeped!
Adam Mansbach is a novelist, screenwriter, humorist, and cultural critic, as well as the author of the “children’s books” Go the F*** to... more
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Liked this interview a lot. Look forward to A. Davis, R. Reich and (fingers crossed) Patti Smith interviews…..so far enjoyable and timely.
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Splendid interview, a wide roaming, good personal insights on painters and painting.
Great in-depth interview!
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High-level conversations with leading writers, scientists, artists, and thinkers, spanning literature, AI, philosophy, neuroscience, music, photography, and social issues. Episodes frequently center on creative process, cultural impact, ethical questions, and the intersection of art and ideas, often featuring long-form dialogue, historical context, and personal storytelling that reveals how great work emerges. Notable traits include a track record of high-profile guests, cross-disciplinary topics, and a calm, exploratory interview style that invites deep reflection rather than quick takes.
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Recent guests on City Arts & Lectures include:
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8. Sharon Brous
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