
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 | 404 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Arts | |||

This week, our guest is Michael Pollan, author of ten books including "The Omnivore's Dilemma" and "How to Change Your Mind". Since the 1980s, Pollan has captivated readers on an array of topics, from the consequences of what we eat, to the history a... more
This is an encore of a program originally broadcast in July 2024. Since their foundational philosophical critique of gender and sexuality, Gender Trouble, Judith Butler has been a singularly important contributor to our contemporary understanding o... more
This is an encore of a program originally distributed in 2024. Yuval Noah Harari is a historian, philosopher, and author, and one of the world’s most influential public intellectuals working today. In books like Sapiens, Homo Deus, and 21 Lessons for... more
Sally Mann is one of the most significant American photographers of the late 20th and 21st centuries. Over a career spanning more than four decades, Mann has explored childhood, family, memory, mortality, and the passage of time, often through experi... 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.
Why are all the authors female?
Splendid interview, a wide roaming, good personal insights on painters and painting.
Great in-depth interview!
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A culture-forward interview series that centers on conversations with leading writers, artists, designers, and thinkers, exploring literature, art, design, social issues, and cultural themes. Episodes commonly tackle creative process, identity, politics, and the role of art in society, often featuring deep dives into a guest's body of work, influencing ideas, and historical context. A notable strength is the breadth of perspectives—from novelists and poets to architects and activists—delivered in intimate, stage-based conversations that feel both scholarly and personal. The format frequently balances literary analysis with personal storytelling, making it appealing to listeners who enjoy thoughtful, idea-driven dialogue and a sense of intel... more
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Recent guests on City Arts & Lectures include:
1. Michael Pollan
2. Judith Butler
3. Yuval Noah Harari
4. Sally Mann
5. Carmen Maria Machado
6. Angela Davis
7. Susan Orlean
8. Jacinda Ardern
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