A timely and revealing update of some of the most groundbreaking narrative journalism ever published by Esquire since its founding in 1933. Presented by PRX and Esquire Magazine.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 44 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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If president-elect Donald Trump learned anything from his mentor Roy Cohn, it was this: punch first and never apologize. Cohn was notorious for going on the attack—as counsel for Senator Joseph McCarthy during the communist witch-hunts of the fifties... more
Jim Harrison, the novelist and poet who died earlier this year at the age of 78, had a gargantuan, fearless appetite that would make both A.J. Liebling and Anthony Bourdain proud. He wrote about food—about eating, really— in a woolly, baroque style f... more
On November 7, 1991, Magic Johnson held a press conference announcing that he had contracted the HIV virus, effectively ending his Hall of Fame career with the Los Angeles Lakers. The news sent shockwaves through popular culture, as well as the more ... more
Reggie Jackson once called himself “the straw that stirs the drink” but there was no question that Thurman Munson was the pride of the Yankees—like Lou Gehrig before him and Derek Jeter after. For Michael Paterniti, consistently one of the most inven... more
In 1953, a twenty-seven-year old factory worker named Henry Molaison, cursed with severe epilepsy, underwent a radical new version of the lobotomy that targeted the most unexplored structures of the brain. The operation was performed by Dr. William S... more
Rudolf Nureyev was one of the most dynamic performers of the twentieth century. “He was Mick Jagger before Mick Jagger,” remembers Elizabeth Kaye, who specialized in writing in-depth profiles of men in power for Esquire in the late ‘80s and early ‘90... more
When journalist Philip Caputo set out to profile William Styron in 1985, it was something of a dream assignment: Styron, then at work on the novel The Way of the Warrior, was one of the towering figures in American letters. The two men’s shared exper... more
Do you remember this photograph? In the United States, people have taken pains to banish it from the record of September 11, 2001. The story behind it, though, and the search for the man pictured in it, are our most intimate connection to the horror ... more
If I could give this podcast a rating of zero, I would, for the simple reason that none of the episodes are available to play. Why does this podcast even show up if it is not available? Aaaaaaarrrrrggghh!
I’ve been trying for months to download this podcast, but it just hangs… Does this happen to anyone else?
Enjoyed this. Low key, no agenda pushed. Just an interest in hearing other thoughts around the current state of America. Respectful of different views. Worth a listen.
The Esquire archives are fantastic and this podcasts brings them to life in such an interesting way. I really wish they would bring it back...
We need more quality podcast like this one. Great subject matter and interview style.
This was an excellent podcast, in which professional actors read important articles from Esquire's history. David Brancaccio then discusses the article, usually its historical importance, with a relevant guest. It was interesting, informative, and well-produced. I wish they had made more.
The magazine known for nurturing some of the best writing talent in America, Esquire revisits some of it's best articles for the net generation. Fascinating.
I love this podcast. I check back every once in a while in hopes that they’ll return.
And good execution. I wish it was more regularly updated.
All topics, even ones you think you won't be interested in, are fascinating thanks to host David Brancaccio who is fantastic (who knew the Marketplace host was so well-rounded, thoughtful, and engaging?) My first issue is the female reader. Her voice irritates me and virtually all the stories are about men and written by men (it's Esquire, afterall) so it's somewhat jarring to hear a female voice read what is supposed to be a male voice. And she's very "ACT-TORy" with a capital A--like some reje... more
Loved the interesting stories. Wish it would return. Class act.
Genuinely intelligent, funny, honest, and listenable.
This was my favorite commuting listen. I love the reader and the host.
This is probably favorite podcast, interesting stories; non-invasive production; great host, David Brancaccio, and great readings by Cindy Katz. I'm very disappointed it's been discontinued. I learned so much by listening. Very sad.
I've thoroughly enjoyed listening to each installment of the Esquire Classic podcasts. I thought the format was intriguing with an interview of the article author or knowledgeable source that went side-by-side with a reading of excerpts. I've been a fan of David since his early Marketplace days and welcomed him into my day. Cindy became a further intriguing part of the podcast, often expressing the reaction I was having at the same time.
I will miss the podcast and hope to find something else ... more








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