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Conversations with the world’s most fascinating people. Each week, hosts David Marchese and Lulu Garcia-Navarro talk to compelling, influential figures in culture, politics, business, sports and beyond — illuminating who they are, why they do what they do and how they impact the rest of us. New episodes every Saturday.

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The longtime friends and creative partners on what U2 still means — and what would make them call it quits.

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As the head of the International Committee of the Red Cross, Mirjana Spoljaric goes to both sides of conflicts. She’s worried that our warring world is spiraling out of control.

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The comedian and filmmaker on what real friendship looks like, what keeps him up at night and his new movie, "Misty Green."

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The legendary actor on his disturbing childhood, his Hollywood missteps and the pain he caused to his loved ones, his body and himself.

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Recent Guests

The Edge
Guitarist of U2
U2
Episode: 50 Years In, What's the Point of U2? Bono and the Edge Have Answers.
Chris Rock
Comedian and actor discussing career, film Misty Green, and personal philosophy
Self-employed / Actor and Filmmaker
Episode: Chris Rock Has Been Thinking About Forgiveness
Sylvester Stallone
Actor and filmmaker known for Rocky and Rambo, subject of memoir The Steps
Actor
Episode: Sylvester Stallone Hid His Struggles for Decades. Now He’s Coming Clean.
Aaron Sorkin
Writer and director discussing his work and The Social Reckoning
Sony Pictures / The Social Reckoning
Episode: Aaron Sorkin Goes Off Script
Naomi Klein
Author, activist; co-author of End Times Fascism and the Fight for the Living World
Author/Activist
Episode: Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor Say the End of the World is Now on the Table
Astra Taylor
Activist and organizer; co-founder of The Debt Collective
Activist/Author
Episode: Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor Say the End of the World is Now on the Table
Ina Garten
Chef, cookbook author, and TV personality
Barefoot Contessa / Food Network
Episode: Ina Garten Says You Can Either Get on Her Train or Get Out of the Way
Priya Parker
Conflict Resolution Facilitator and author
Author of The Art of Fighting; The Art of Gathering
Episode: An Expert on Conflict Says Your Relationships Are Doomed Without It
Matthew Rhys
Actor
Widow's Bay, The Americans, The Beast in Me
Episode: The Charming, Amusing, Surprisingly Low-Confidence Matthew Rhys

Hosts

David Marchese
Host, The Interview, The New York Times
Lulu Garcia-Navarro
Co-host and interviewer; primary host on several episodes

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 2.9k ratings
  • Aaron Sorkin

    Couldn’t listen past five minutes because of the interviewer - why so aggressive? you said romantic you said romantic you said romantic Lord

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Che Block
    United Statesa month ago
  • Get rid of Lulu

    Lulu is both self absorbed and combative. She’s truly a bad interviewer who only wants to ask gotcha questions. The guests are always amazing but Lulu is just so bad.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Peterahumk
    United Statesa month ago
  • Lulu

    Is the problem.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    JNLCIA
    United Statesa month ago
  • Missing Lulu

    Lulu, I still miss the sound of your lovely voice every Sunday morning I can't bear to listen to NPR. It's not her fault, but the person that replaced you has a voice I can't abide. When I recall your sign off show and the emotion in your voice, I get emotional too.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Jack Indabox
    United States2 months ago
  • Hosts are annoying

    I usually listen to The Daily in the morning. On weekends when The Interview is on I listen. I usually don’t finish the podcast bc I find the interviewers —especially Lulu—annoying and unbearable to listen to . She’s off putting and terrible interviewer. Michael barbaro is the only nyt host I can tolerate lol.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Sarahabu
    United States2 months ago

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Overall, guests and hosts are praised for high-quality, detailed conversations with strong follow-up questions.
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Sylvester Stallone Hid His Struggles for Decades. Now He’s Coming Clean.
Q: What was it like to revisit painful memories for this book?
Stallone describes a blend of tears, laughter, and anger, using the process to find motivation to do something extraordinary rather than languish.
Aaron Sorkin Goes Off Script
Q: I want to start with a big question before we dig into your latest work. Andrew Breitbart would say politics is downstream from culture; how do you view that equation?
He is highlighting that Hollywood and culture can influence politics more than Washington, a theme that recurs in Sorkin's storytelling and in his approach to showing institutions shaping society.
Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor Say the End of the World is Now on the Table
Q: What is End Times Fascism?
It is a concept tying together existential planetary crisis with a practical coalition of power, including religious zealots, tech billionaires, and ethno-nationalists, who believe the world must end or be transformed under their leadership, and who often pursue policies that accelerate crisis.
Ina Garten Says You Can Either Get on Her Train or Get Out of the Way
Q: What is your origin story and what memories shaped your drive to do things differently?
She describes a tough, unsupportive childhood and the later realization that she could choose her path, learning to rely on herself and eventually finding joy in her work through autonomy and purpose.
Ina Garten Says You Can Either Get on Her Train or Get Out of the Way
Q: Why did you want to have a podcast, which is nowadays a TV show and will be filmed?
She wanted to extend her connection with people and share stories in a way that feels like a genuine conversation, not just a performance, reflecting on childhood and the importance of human connection.

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The show features in-depth conversations with high-profile figures across culture, politics, sports, business, and entertainment. Through long-form interviews, hosts explore guests' career moments, personal stories, and the forces shaping their work and public impact, often pairing probing questions with sensitivity to nuance and context. Recent episodes highlight conflict resolution, artistry, leadership, sports narratives, and political life, giving listeners practical takeaways about creativity, decision-making, and public accountability. A notable strength is the ability to balance hard-hitting questions with unexpected warmth, drawing out candid reflections on fame, ambition, and transformation across a broad range of disciplines.

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1. The Edge
2. Chris Rock
3. Sylvester Stallone
4. Aaron Sorkin
5. Naomi Klein
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7. Ina Garten
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