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Donald Trump
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Democratic Party
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Hollywood
Social Media
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Human Rights
Israel
Climate Change
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John Fetterman
Serena Williams
Jesus Christ
Bill Murray
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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 actor and comedian is keenly aware of humanity’s limitations, but he’s not giving up.

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The Oscar-winning actress reflects on pain, healing and becoming an action hero.

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The writer, actor and lightning rod is not done sharing yet.

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Neal Mohan on A.I. slop, parental controls and his platform’s impact on our lives.

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Recent Guests

Charlize Theron
Actress
Charlize Theron
Episode: How Charlize Theron Overcame Her Dark Family Past
Lena Dunham
Author and creator of Girls; author of Fame Sick
Author/Filmmaker
Episode: Lena Dunham Is Still Trying to Figure Out Why People Hated Her So Much
Neal Mohan
CEO of YouTube
YouTube (Alphabet/Google)
Episode: What Is YouTube’s Dominance Doing to Us? We Asked Its C.E.O.
Richard Gadd
Actor and writer known for Baby Reindeer and Half Man
HBO (Half Man), Netflix (Baby Reindeer)
Episode: ‘Baby Reindeer’ Exploded Richard Gadd's Life. It Also Set Him Free.
JB Pritzker
Governor of Illinois
Illinois Governor's Office
Episode: How Tragedy, Wealth and Trump Shaped JB Pritzker
Rebecca Solnit
Author of The Beginning Comes After the End, activist and writer
Writer/Author
Episode: Rebecca Solnit Says the Left's Next Hero Is Already Here
Maggie Gyllenhaal
Actor and director of The Bride
Independent/Warner Bros. collaboration
Episode: Maggie Gyllenhaal on Envy, Rage and Reaching Out to Her Brother
Gisèle Pelicot
Survivor of prolonged abuse by her husband, author of 'A Hymn to Life, Shame Has to Change Sides'
Episode: The Woman at the Center of the French Rape Trial That Shocked the World
Michael Pollan
Best-selling author, exploring questions about human consciousness and the mind
Episode: Michael Pollan Says Humanity Is About to Undergo a Revolutionary Change

Hosts

David Marchese
Host of The Interview; long-time interviewer known for probing questions and curiosity about guests' work and ideas.
Lulu Garcia-Navarro
Co-host whose interviewing style blends empathy with direct questioning to reveal guests' perspectives.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 2.6k ratings
  • Is this kinky?

    Vaguely horny interviews with perimenopausal lady celebs... seriously, the bdsm references on this show are getting a little out of hand lol

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    bjohns383
    United States7 days ago
  • An Interviewer’s Interviewer

    As a podcaster I am a student of other podcaster’s interviewing styles. Lulu always has provocative people and pulls out all of their nuances. She’s respectful and curious- never combative. She gives them a platform to speak freely. I will listen to any of her episodes even if I don’t know the person.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BeautifulThinkers
    United States18 days ago
  • Lulu is defensive and accusatory (as usual)

    Why is Lulu always so defensive and combative? David is so gracious, but Lulu can’t wait to interrupt the guest with her own agenda and sharp-edged tone. Very annoying to listen to, which is a shame. I like this podcast but I always hold my breath when I check who will be interviewing, hoping it’s not Lulu.

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    a speck of stardust
    United Statesa month ago
  • Rebecca Solnit

    Rebecca’s voice is very irritating it sounds like she’s constantly out of breath

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    7771’wiei
    United States2 months ago
  • Ok

    Some of the interviews are ok 👍

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    bjohns383
    United States2 months ago

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Feedback highlights strong host preparation and challenging questions.
Thoughtful, wide-ranging discussions with influential guests.
Some episodes polarize listeners, but many praise depth and candor.
Audience appreciates guests who offer personal and actionable insights.
Hosts balance rigor and warmth; interviews feel authentic and insightful.

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Talking Points

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Lena Dunham Is Still Trying to Figure Out Why People Hated Her So Much
Q: How has your relationship with your audience changed since rehab and sobriety?
She explains that sobriety and perspective have altered boundaries with the public; she now prioritizes work that feels true to her while managing the optics of public life more deliberately.
Lena Dunham Is Still Trying to Figure Out Why People Hated Her So Much
Q: What do you think fueled the intensity of the backlash against you?
She suggests it was a mix of personal projection, gendered biases, and the way fame amplified both her voice and the scrutiny around her, compounded by health struggles that made her vulnerable.
How Charlize Theron Overcame Her Dark Family Past
Q: How has your approach to action and non-fiction roles evolved as you've grown in your career?
Theron discusses leveraging truth and realism in action, collaborating with directors to ensure authenticity, and choosing roles that challenge her and reflect real experiences rather than conventional, stylized depictions.
How Charlize Theron Overcame Her Dark Family Past
Q: What motivated you to start your own production company and seek more control behind the scenes?
She explains a mix of passion for moviemaking and a strategic need to protect her work, noting Monster as a turning point where control over the project mattered for the final vision and for safeguarding true storytelling.
How Charlize Theron Overcame Her Dark Family Past
Q: You started from a traumatic home environment in South Africa; how did that shape your worldview and your career choices?
Theron describes early independence, survival instincts, and a determination to tell true stories through film, which later translated into choosing demanding roles and producing projects that matter to her. She emphasizes resilience and using adversity as a driver for clarity and purpose.

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The show features in-depth conversations with globally influential figures across culture, politics, business, and society. Across recent episodes, listeners have encountered thoughtful explorations of storytelling, creativity, social change, leadership, and moral questions, often framed through personal experiences and behind-the-scenes perspectives. Notable throughlines include a focus on empathy, civic engagement, and the human context behind public figures, with hosts guiding conversations that balance intellectual rigor and personal vulnerability. The program often surfaces timely takes on current events, culture, and ethical questions, making it a compelling space for listeners who want nuanced, human-centered discourse from prominent... more

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1. Charlize Theron
2. Lena Dunham
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4. Richard Gadd
5. JB Pritzker
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7. Maggie Gyllenhaal
8. Gisèle Pelicot

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