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Award-winning actor Alec Baldwin takes listeners into the lives of artists, policy makers and performers. Alec sidesteps the predictable by going inside the dressing rooms, apartments, and offices of people we want to understand better: Ira Glass, Lena Dunham, David Letterman, Barbara Streisand, Tom Yorke, Chris Rock and others. Hear what happens when an inveterate guest becomes a host.

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Kat Owens
Artist, plastic pollution researcher, activist, and professor
University of Hartford
Episode: Kat Owens Raises Environmental Awareness Through Art
Jonathan Mahler
Author and journalist known for his considerable work with The New York Times and books about New York's cultural history.
The New York Times
Episode: Jonathan Mahler and Alec Agree, “New York or Nowhere”
Tommy James
Legendary musician and songwriter known for hits like 'Hanky Panky' and 'Crimson and Clover',
Tommy James and the Shondells
Episode: A Life of Music with Tommy James
Paavo Järvi
One of the most respected conductors in the world, currently chief conductor of the NHK Symphony Orchestra and the Tonhalle Orchester-Zürich.
Episode: From the Archives: Paavo Järvi Conducts Beautiful Music
Zoë Schlanger
Journalist and author focusing on climate change and environmental issues
The Atlantic
Episode: Journalist Zoë Schlanger Describes What Happens When a Plastic City Burns
Patti LuPone
Renowned Broadway actress known for her roles in 'Evita', 'Gypsy', and 'Les Misérables'
Episode: From the Archives: Patti LuPone
Lawrence Wright
Author and journalist known for his work on religion and terrorism.
Author of "The Looming Tower" and "Going Clear"
Episode: From the Archives: Lawrence Wright
Dr. Lynn Kozlowski
Expert on tobacco use and nicotine policy, Professor Emeritus and Dean Emeritus at the University at Buffalo
University at Buffalo
Episode: Why Is Anyone Still Smoking?
Steven Van Zandt
Singer, songwriter, producer, and actor known for his role as Silvio Dante in The Sopranos.
E Street Band, The Sopranos
Episode: From the Archives: Steven Van Zandt

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Alec Baldwin
Host and award-winning actor known for his engaging interviews with a diverse range of guests, from artists to political figures, probing into the intricacies of their lives and careers.

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4.3 out of 5 stars from 11.4k ratings
  • Why is anyone smoking

    Fascinating history of smoking cigarettes in the movies , etc.

    Pinteresting history of smoking in the movies , etc

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dow po
    United Statesa month ago
  • Thank you

    Alec, thank you for your thoughtful and insightful podcast. Your interview with Social Services Commissioner Andrea Barton Reeves was particularly inspiring. It is good to know that people like her still have the dedication and courage to perform public service in this very challenging political climate. What an outstanding role model she is. I’m so grateful for the hope you offer through your podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Canadesi
    Canada2 months ago
  • Unlistenable. Cannot get beyond the pretentious, condescending and hypocritical host.

    Podcast Addict
    1
    MK
    4 months ago
  • Shot my friend

    This guy allegedly shot six people on the New York subway don’t listen to the podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Coreysutton86
    Canada5 months ago
  • Brilliant

    Great guests and Alec a really perceptive interviewer. Alwaysinteresting

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    qazxsw62
    Australia6 months ago

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Listeners often mention a deep appreciation for the diversity of guests and the breadth of topics covered, highlighting its value as a cultural space.
Some critical feedback points to varying interests in topics, with audiences expressing a desire for more focus on arts rather than politics.
Alec Baldwin is praised for his perceptive interviewing style and respectful engagement with guests, creating a welcoming atmosphere.
Listeners appreciate the insightful and engaging conversations that bring out the human side of their favorite artists and public figures.

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Jonathan Mahler and Alec Agree, “New York or Nowhere”
Q: What do you think the next mayor needs to address as the city faces ongoing issues?
Mahler stresses the affordability issue, stating it cannot be New York City without giving people a foothold.
Kat Owens Raises Environmental Awareness Through Art
Q: What's happening in your mind? What's the biggest problem pollution-wise in this country?
It's coming from a million communities.
Kat Owens Raises Environmental Awareness Through Art
Q: What did you see when you started this work?
Plastics pollution has usurped many other environmental issues.
Kat Owens Raises Environmental Awareness Through Art
Q: What was the goal before you started making artwork of innocent animals being contaminated and poisoned?
I wanted to get a Ph.D. and teach at a university.
Kat Owens Raises Environmental Awareness Through Art
Q: Did you always consider yourself an artist or an environmentalist?
I would say an artist first, definitely.

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2. Jonathan Mahler
3. Tommy James
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