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Fresh Air from WHYY, the Peabody Award-winning weekday magazine of contemporary arts and issues, is one of public radio's most popular programs. Hosted by Terry Gross and Tonya Mosley, the show features intimate conversations with today's biggest luminaries. Subscribe to Fresh Air Plus! You'll enjoy bonus episodes and sponsor-free listening - all while you support NPR's mission. Learn more at plus... more

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Hall grew up in Cleveland dreaming of being the next Johnny Carson. He got close – closer than anyone expected – and then he walked away. Thirty years later, he's finally telling the full story in a new memoir. “I wanted to do this show that didn't e... more

We talk with John Lithgow, veteran of hundreds of performances on stage, screen and television. He’s currently starring in the play ‘Giant’ on Broadway. He plays renowned children’s book author Roald Dahl, caught in a public controversy after he wrot... more

As a gay, atheist teenager in El Salvador, Julio Torres felt like an alien. He was legally labeled “alien” when he came to the U.S. on a student visa, and then tried to get a work visa.  The comic/filmmaker drew on those experiences to write, direct,... more

Lithgow, 80, plays an intelligence agent in the FX action series 'The Old Man,' and he's currently starring in the Broadway production of 'Giant,' about a dark side of children's book author Roald Dahl. He spoke with Dave Davies. 

Also, John Powers ... more

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Recent Guests

John Lithgow
Actor; Roald Dahl in Giant on Broadway
Broadway production Giant
Episode: Best Of: John Lithgow / Sondheim’s tumultuous life
Daniel Okrent
Author; author of Stephen Sondheim, Art Isn't Easy
Penguin/book publisher (as referenced)
Episode: Best Of: John Lithgow / Sondheim’s tumultuous life
Julio Torres
Comic actor, director, and writer
Problemista creator; Color Theories performer
Episode: Julio Torres spins immigrant stress into satire
Beth Gardiner
Journalist and author of Plastic, Inc.
Author, Plastic, Inc.
Episode: An exposé of the plastic industry
Charles Bethea
New Yorker staff writer; guest discussing his reporting on alpha-male camps and the manosphere
The New Yorker
Episode: Inside the training camps for “alpha males”
Josh Owens
Author and former Infowars video editor/producer
Author of The Madness of Believing
Episode: Former Infowars employee on Alex Jones' conspiracy machine
Riz Ahmed
Actor, rapper, and creator of Bait
Prime Video / Amazon
Episode: Best Of: Jill Scott / Riz Ahmed
Chuck Norris
Martial artist and action film star
Actor
Episode: Remembering Action Hero Chuck Norris
Augie Meyers
Tex-Mex musician, Vox Organ pioneer
Texas Tornadoes/Sir Douglas Quintet
Episode: Remembering Action Hero Chuck Norris

Hosts

Tonya Mosley
Host and Co-host, known for her engaging interview style and insights into contemporary culture.
Terry Gross
Host and Co-host, recognized for her incisive questioning and ability to draw out meaningful stories from guests.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 40.6k ratings
  • Tonya

    I am so grateful for the addition of Tonya Mosley to the fresh air team. Her perspective as a journalist and as a black American woman is so valuable in her interviewing and the kind of question she asks.

    Keep up the amazing work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tiniwiniseattle
    United Statesa month ago
  • Powers and Mosley no thank you

    Powers over annunciates so badly he sounds like a Simpson character. Mosley has a monotone voice that has no life. Sorry FA I know you are planning for the future but these two aren’t it!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Chicago1999
    United Statesa month ago
  • Meaghan

    Such a profound, intelligent interview. Hard to argue when Meacham can quote past presidents/founders/leaders. I fear for our future.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    k!k!m@su
    United Statesa month ago
  • Tonya Mosley

    Why? WHYY?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    JNLCIA
    United Statesa month ago
  • Aarti Shahani

    I was floored by the lack of sensitivity this journalist extended to the guest, Loubna Mrie

    Her questions to Loubna were centered on U.S. events and scandals

    raher than having Loubna’s memoir speak to her experiences on its own terms

    very disappointing this is the level of journalism the fresh air production considers worthy

    I urge you to do better and to create a safer environments for guest

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    n a d 1991
    United States2 months ago

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Listeners commend the engaging nature of interviews and the intelligence behind the questions posed, appreciating the depth and breadth of topics covered.
Overall, the blend of celebrity interviews and serious topics resonates well, fostering a dedicated listener base.
Many express gratitude for the informative content that challenges perspectives and educates on various cultural issues.
Some critiques note a shift towards more celebrity-focused content, voicing concerns over a perceived reduction in the quality of discussions.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#4
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#97
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#1
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#1
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#245
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#2
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Remembering Action Hero Chuck Norris
Q: Ok. Now, you taught karate in America, won many karate championships. Bruce Lee got you your first film roles. Did you already want to break into acting when you met Bruce Lee?
No, I had no desire to be an actor at that time; I was still in the karate business and did Return of the Dragon mainly as a kick.
An exposé of the plastic industry
Q: What is the real problem, production or littering?
Gardiner explains the industry frames waste as a litter problem while systematically increasing production, arguing the core issue is overproduction and inadequate regulation rather than simple disposal.
An exposé of the plastic industry
Q: What happened when China stopped accepting the world's plastic waste in 2018?
Gardiner describes how Western countries redirected waste to Southeast Asia, leading to large mountains of plastic in places like Indonesia, where workers endure harsh conditions processing waste and brands are visible in the packaging.
An exposé of the plastic industry
Q: Is it true that we also play a part in this, that we're driving up the demand for it?
Yes, consumer demand plays a role, but Gardiner points out that the industry has designed a system where plastic is cheap and is pushed as a default, with demand shaped by marketing, packaging choices, and policies more than individual willpower.
Inside the training camps for “alpha males”
Q: How did you first discover these alpha-male camps and online communities?
Bethea describes finding Nick Adams on X and tracing his influence through a network of related figures and movements, which led to site visits to Rise and Squire and a broader examination of the manosphere's impact.

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What is Fresh Air about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The podcast features in-depth conversations that explore a wide array of contemporary issues within arts, media, and culture. Frequent discussions revolve around notable films, significant cultural figures, and insights into societal themes, often illuminated through the experiences of guests who are prominent in their respective fields, from celebrities to scholars. A unique aspect of this podcast is its blend of entertaining storytelling with educational content, encouraging audiences to engage not just with pop culture, but also with deeper societal narratives and historical perspectives.

Listeners can expect well-researched interviews that reveal personal and professional insights from guests, encompassing a spectrum of topics such as ... more

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2. Daniel Okrent
3. Julio Torres
4. Beth Gardiner
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7. Riz Ahmed
8. Chuck Norris

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