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Jazz is a conversation — and that’s what The Late Set is all about. Nate Chinen and Josh Jackson convene every two weeks for straight talk and in-depth interviews with featured guests. Just like a hang at the end of the gig, in the back of the club, it’s direct, unfiltered and illuminating, revealing the music and its culture in a deeper light.

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Who is our next breakout jazz singer? Chances are, they were in Paris this month for the Herbie Hancock International Jazz Vocals Competition. Nate was there, too, and now he brings us a field report — including a backstage interview with Malou Oheix... more

Some conversations are worth revisiting and sharing. In this special guest drop, we hand the mic to a friend of the show: trumpeter and composer Dave Douglas, who has appeared on The Late Set and whose Greenleaf Music podcast, A Noise From the Deep, ... more

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Sound and spirit are inseparable in the music of Kenny Garrett. A saxop... more

The Myth We Chose, the entrancing new album by South African pianist Nduduzo Makhathini, foregrounds hope and healing, and a conviction in the redemptive power of connection. It’s a song-forward statement for Makhathini, who is also a composer, vocal... more

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Recent Guests

Dave Douglas
Trumpeter, composer and host of A Noise From the Deep
Greenleaf Music
Episode: Guest Drop: Andrew Cyrille on A Noise From the Deep
Andrew Cyrille
Drummer, composer and philosopher
Episode: Guest Drop: Andrew Cyrille on A Noise From the Deep
Kenny Garrett
Jazz saxophonist, NEA Jazz Master
Self/Sounds from the Ancestors project
Episode: Music of the Ancestors, with Kenny Garrett
Nduduzo Makhathini
South African pianist and composer, subject of interview
Musician
Episode: Encounter, Not Discovery, with Nduduzo Makhathini
Steve Rowland
Producer of the documentary Tell Me How Long Trane's Been Gone
WRTI
Episode: Coltrane 100, with Steve Rowland
Rhonda Hamilton
2026 NEA Jazz Master, broadcaster
KJAZZ / WBGO (past and current affiliations mentioned)
Episode: A Voice for Jazz, with Rhonda Hamilton
Josh Johnson
SML saxophonist
SML
Episode: Sabotage the Plan, with SML
Jeremiah Chiu
SML synthesizer/creator
SML
Episode: Sabotage the Plan, with SML
Anna Butterss
SML bassist
SML
Episode: Sabotage the Plan, with SML

Hosts

Nate Chinen
Host of The Late Set; WRTI and associated outlets; veteran jazz broadcaster and writer.
Josh Jackson
Co-host and interviewer; longstanding presence in the show's discourse; engages deeply with guests and topics.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 73 ratings
  • Miles Davis’ 100th

    Nate and Josh were exactly what I was looking for this morning, on the centennial of Miles Davis’ birth.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Roger Winston
    United States5 months ago
  • Best Jazz Podcast

    This this the place to turn for insight in jazz from two highly respected voices. Nate and Greg’s interviews get to the heart of things in a way that many interviewers don’t, and their conversations are always illuminating. The Late Set picked up right where their previous podcast, Jazz United, left off.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    masonjamjar
    United States2 years ago
  • Don’t miss out

    These are great conversations!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kensal greenery
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Great Jazz conversation

    Nate and Greg engage in insightful discussion with current jazz musicians as well as some who have been around for many years. Really worth a listen if you are a jazz lover.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Podcuz
    United States3 years ago
  • Welcome back!

    Great to hear the Jazz United brothers back with this new effort. Looking forward to listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Mustang 91
    Canada3 years ago

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High-quality conversations that feel like a hang after the gig.
Listeners value the blend of deep jazz insight and candid conversation.
Guests are well-chosen and bring rich context to performances and recordings.
A strong show for anyone wanting to understand jazz culture and history.
The hosts offer nuanced perspectives that aren't common in music interviews.

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Guest Drop: Andrew Cyrille on A Noise From the Deep
Q: How did Cyrille's Haitian family background connect to his entry into music?
He says his musical instruction came from American musicians, while his mother's Haitian songs, Creole nursery rhymes, music at home, and community gatherings exposed him to Haitian culture and music.
Guest Drop: Andrew Cyrille on A Noise From the Deep
Q: How much preparation is too much preparation, and how much is enough?
Cyrille says he had a clear sound in mind, gave the musicians the score, held one or two rehearsals, and let them add or subtract from the written music.
Music of the Ancestors, with Kenny Garrett
Q: What does it mean to live with music?
To Garrett, living with music means using life's experiences—people, travel, family, and emotions—as the raw material for performance, presenting a mirror of his mind through sound and inviting listeners into that personal landscape.
A Voice for Jazz, with Rhonda Hamilton
Q: What additional insights did you gain from your intimate observations of the NEA Jazz Masters ceremonies and the people involved?
She discusses the human side of masters—the humor, the warmth, and the mentorship dynamics—while acknowledging the broader cultural and political context that shapes these honors and their continuity.
A Voice for Jazz, with Rhonda Hamilton
Q: Rhonda, tell me what the best way is to turn someone on to this music.
Hamilton emphasizes getting people to listen and understanding the deep connections between jazz and contemporary genres like hip-hop, noting that many hip-hop artists draw inspiration from jazz, which can open new ears to the genre.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Late Set

What is The Late Set about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Jazz is a conversation that blends in-depth interviews with veteran broadcaster hosts and a rotating roster of guest musicians, educators, and composers. Across episodes, listeners get candid discussions about artistry, performance practice, lineage, and the culture around jazz, from legacy figures to contemporary innovators. A few standout through-lines include the role of broadcasting and media in shaping jazz discourse, the craft of improvisation in live and studio settings, and cross-genre collaborations that push traditional boundaries. The show often emphasizes mentorship, community, and the social dimensions of music, making it a hub for insider perspectives and practical career insights for musicians, critics, and industry professio... more

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1. Dave Douglas
2. Andrew Cyrille
3. Kenny Garrett
4. Nduduzo Makhathini
5. Steve Rowland
6. Rhonda Hamilton
7. Josh Johnson
8. Jeremiah Chiu

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