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Now What? With Carole Zimmer

Carole Zimmer
Donald Trump
Artificial Intelligence
Great Replacement Theory
Ani Difranco
Tony Bourdain
Maira Kalman
Federal Bureau Of Investigation
Virgil Abloh
Firefighting
Wikipedia
Women In Aviation
New York City
E. Jean Carroll
United States
One Thousand and One Nights
Hillary Clinton
Kenneth Cole Productions
Fashion
Remorse
New York

Conversations with extraordinary people about their lives and how they navigate all the bumps in the road.

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For Matthew Zachary, the subject of cancer is up close and personal. He was diagnosed with a rare brain tumor at the age of 21. Having survived the odds, Zachary became a patient advocate, founding a non-profit called Stupid Cancer which supports you... more

Kathryn Grody is an actress who has appeared in films like Reds and The Lemon Sisters. She's also been married to actor and singer Mandy Patinkin for more than 45 years. They have two children: Isaac and Gideon. During the pandemic, the family retrea... more

Ibram X. Kendi became a star when his book How to Be an Antiracist landed on the bestseller list. Kendi, who's now a Professor of History at Howard University, gained a reputation as a racial-reconciliation guru. He's also the recipient of a MacArthu... more

Actress Gina Gershon hadn't had what you'd call a traditional Hollywood career. So, it's no surprise that she's written a memoir with an in-your-face title. Alpha Pussy: How I Survived the Valley and Learned to Love My Boobs. Gershon says the alpha p... more

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Kathryn Grody
Actress and one-woman show performer
Episode: A Conversation with Kathryn Grody
Ibram X. Kendi
Author, historian, and professor; founder of Boston University Center for Antiracist Research
Howard University / Institute for Advanced Study
Episode: A Conversation with Dr. Ibram X. Kendi
Gina Gershon
Actress, musician, and author
Episode: A Conversation With Gina Gershon
Andrew Yang
Former presidential candidate, NYC mayoral candidate, entrepreneur
Forward Party (at times)
Episode: A Conversation With Andrew Yang
Graydon Carter
Former editor of Vanity Fair, co-founder of Spy Magazine
Vanity Fair, Spy Magazine
Episode: A Conversation With Graydon Carter
Ani DiFranco
Singer-songwriter and founder of Righteous Babe Records
Righteous Babe Records
Episode: A Conversation With Ani DiFranco
Jeanette Winterson
Writer who grew up in a Pentecostal Evangelical family; author of One Aladdin Two Lamps; memoirist and novelist
Author
Episode: A Conversation With Jeanette Winterson
Caroline Paul
Author, pilot, and firefighter; subject of the interview
Episode: A Conversation with Caroline Paul
Jimmy Wales
Co-founder of Wikipedia, technologies advocate and author of The Seven Rules of Trust
Wikipedia / Wikimedia Foundation
Episode: A Conversation with Jimmy Wales

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Carole Zimmer
Host of Now What? With Carole Zimmer

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 83 ratings
  • Huh?

    Carol Zimmer’s questions reminds me the of the clips of Barbara Walter’s most tone deaf interviews.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    kminyt
    Canada2 years ago
  • Great Podcast from an Extraordinary Reporter!!

    She always has on interesting people with unique perspectives. I always leave this podcast having learned something new and useful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    culey714
    United States3 years ago
  • So much to learn from this podcast

    Absolutely love seeing which new guests will be featured on the show. Carole has a gift for connecting with people and making them feel comfortable. That shows in all the conversations with her guests. Great podcast to listen to with special guests and a gifted host.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andreea94
    United States3 years ago
  • Now What?

    Years of pleasure.

    When Carole Zimmer started these pod casts I spent a delightful, engaging, wonderful 40 minutes with Carole interviewing Gloria Steinem. They talked with insight and humor about feminism, aging, politics, relationships and of course, shopping. I couldn’t wait until the next one came out.

    Now I think she is almost at her 100th podcast. She is such a fabulous, deep, emotionally connected and humorous interviewer and she has talked to so many famous, interesting people through ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vivtheword
    United States3 years ago
  • Great Conversations!

    I’m a big fan of great conversations, and this pod delivers. :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    colbi22
    United States5 years ago

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Thoughtful, intimate interviews with powerful guests.
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High-quality storytelling that feels like a long, engaging chat with a friend.

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A Conversation with Robin Givhan
Q: How did social media influence Abloh's impact and legacy?
Robin notes that Abloh treated social media as a two-way channel, using it to educate and engage fans, which amplified his influence beyond traditional fashion circles.
A Conversation with Robin Givhan
Q: What made Abloh a pivotal figure for Louis Vuitton and for fashion branding overall?
The interview highlights his role as the first Black Artistic Director at Louis Vuitton, his affinity for community-building around the Off-White brand, and his skill at translating streetwear culture into luxury fashion narratives.
A Conversation with Robin Givhan
Q: How did Abloh's relationship with Kanye West shape his career?
The guests discuss Kanye's ambitious, boundary-pushing mindset and how their collaboration offered Virgil a platform and credibility, while also highlighting the complexity of their dynamic.
A Conversation with Robin Givhan
Q: What drew you to write about Virgil Abloh in particular?
Robin explains that her long-time coverage of Virgil and his unconventional path—from streetwear to haute fashion—and his unique ability to connect with a broad audience drew her to a deeper examination of his influence.
A Conversation with James Comey (Re-Release)
Q: What lessons do you hope readers take from your experiences about the role of the FBI and the media in a democracy?
Comey emphasizes the need for a nonpartisan, apolitical culture within law enforcement, the importance of accurate information from the media, and safeguarding the rule of law.

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This show features in-depth conversations with a wide range of high-profile guests, spanning academia, politics, journalism, entertainment, and food. Episodes often explore life-defining moments, career trajectories, and the personal philosophies that drive public figures, with a strong focus on resilience, identity, and navigating major life transitions. The host's warm, collaborative interview style tends to put guests at ease, yielding introspective stories, candid career anecdotes, and thoughtful takes on culture, democracy, creativity, and social issues. A standout quality is the breadth of guests—ranging from historians and economists to filmmakers and chefs—delivering both provocative ideas and human-scale narratives that feel like e... more

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2. Ibram X. Kendi
3. Gina Gershon
4. Andrew Yang
5. Graydon Carter
6. Ani DiFranco
7. Jeanette Winterson
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