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The Sam Sanders Show

KCRW & Sam Sanders
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The Sam Sanders Show from KCRW is your guide to entertainment. Find out what makes your favorite artists tick, dissect the trends that shape our culture, or just make sense of that random meme you can’t stop thinking about. Join us every week to unpack the pop culture we love.

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Actor and comedian Hannah Einbinder has had an eventful past few years. She burst onto the scene with the acclaimed HBO comedy ‘Hacks’ in 2021. She won an Emmy for her role last season, and is nominated again this year. Now, she’s starring in the new... more

Today we’re sharing Sam’s episode of Switched on Pop!   Sam believes in his heart that every song Cyndi Lauper has ever written is pop perfection.  Many fall for “Girls Just Want To Have Fun,” but his favorite song is the slow burner “All Through The... more

If you could go anywhere back in time, where would you go?  That’s the premise of writer Jessica M. Goldstein’s new novel, Retro. Set in a fantastical time travel agency, the book follows wealthy tourists who take vacations to the past. Destinations ... more

Today we’re bringing you Sam’s episode of the Well Said podcast.  The podcast explores all things public relations, communications, and the ever-evolving media landscape. Hosts Pia Arthur and Kelly Cheeseman talk to Sam about his career, his philosop... more

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Recent Guests

Jessica M. Goldstein
Author of Retro, culture writer
Author of Retro; writer for The New York Times and other outlets
Episode: Are We All Nostalgic For Better Times?
Pia Arthur
Host of Well Said
Well Said
Episode: What Is Sam’s Guiding Philosophy? (From Well Said)
Kelly Cheeseman
Host of Well Said
Well Said
Episode: What Is Sam’s Guiding Philosophy? (From Well Said)
Harvey Guillén
Actor known for Guillermo in What We Do In The Shadows and dual roles in Rocky Horror Show Broadway revival
Actor
Episode: Harvey Guillén Is Not An Overnight Success
Angelica Jade Bastién
Vulture film critic, writer of Madwomen & Muses
Vulture
Episode: Does ‘The Odyssey’ Have A Woman Problem?
Annie Rauwerda
Creator of Depths of Wikipedia
Depths of Wikipedia
Episode: The Enduring Humanity of Wikipedia
Ryan O'Connell
Author, writer, and actor known for Special; author of Inspiration Porn
Author, Netflix series Special
Episode: What Happened To Authenticity? w/ Ryan O’Connell
Louis Niebur
Musicologist at University of Nevada, Reno; author of Menergy
University of Nevada, Reno
Episode: Madonna’s Pop Matriarchy
Traci Thomas
World Cup Educator, books podcaster
The Stacks
Episode: The Ultimate ‘90s Nostalgia Party (Live Show!)

Host

Sam Sanders
Host of The Sam Sanders Show, KCRW. Renowned interviewer with a background in NPR, Vulture, and public radio; known for thoughtful, cosmopolitan conversations across pop culture, politics, and media.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • 90s Nostalgia

    I had to watch this one on YouTube. So funny. Sadly, agreed with the panel and the audience on the winner.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Noahm22
    United Statesa month ago
  • Marvelous podcast!

    Sam Sanders’ excellent, insightful and genuine interviews make for great episodes! Recommended. Kudos to Sam and all involved in making this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SweetGoofyMo
    United States2 months ago
  • Rich people get a free pass!

    I love the conversations. I just feel like when people who don’t fit the dominant power dynamic are on, they are held to a different standard. Then when you have rich folks like yourself on, especially when discussing concert prices, you let these people who make better than $200k chat and act like they’re middle class. Cake eaters make everything terrible and unrelateable.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Hieronymous? Bosh!
    United States2 months ago
  • Great Show

    Sam is the best! I follow all your pod casts because of your great interviews and insightful takes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marigold135
    United States2 months ago
  • Jimmy yang

    Really enjoyed this show, thank you! And was that the first time the word “Cantonese” was said on a KCRW show, multiple times, ever? Feeling seen ☺️ so glad you landed here after that other NPR show Sam Sanders!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tarang Tarang
    United States3 months ago

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The host is praised for smart, funny interviews and strong guests.
Listeners note engaging, insightful cultural commentary with warmth and humor.
Fans report extensive loyalty and cross-show recognition.

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Harvey Guillén Is Not An Overnight Success
Q: How did your early experiences and mentors shape your path into acting?
Guillén describes starting improv with limited resources, paying for classes by collecting cans, and the impact of supportive teachers who encouraged him to express himself and pursue performance despite financial barriers.
Harvey Guillén Is Not An Overnight Success
Q: What was the hardest part about getting that right?
The challenge was locking the voices and physicality so that Eddie and Dr. Scott feel like two separate people, with amplified stage presence for the Broadway setting.
Harvey Guillén Is Not An Overnight Success
Q: Tell our audience about the two characters you play.
Harvey explains that he performs two very different roles—Dr. Scott and Eddie—in the Rocky Horror Show, using distinct voices, manners, and stage presence to keep the characters separate and believable.
Are We All Nostalgic For Better Times?
Q: If you could go back in time, where would you go?
Jessica suggests Woodstock and a personal favorite era like the early 90s, highlighting the pull of intimate, vibrant moments from the past while also acknowledging the complexities and trade-offs of any era.
What Is Sam’s Guiding Philosophy? (From Well Said)
Q: What's your view on how to handle tough topics or political differences in interviews?
He emphasizes curiosity, aiming to find common ground, and recognizing that people's views can change over time, which makes dialogue more constructive than polemical.

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The show centers on pop culture, entertainment, and media trends, with a host who guides conversations through interviews, cultural commentary, and thoughtful questions. Recurring subject matter includes music, film, fashion, celebrity culture, and the evolving media landscape, often tying insights to broader political and social contexts. A standout has been the host's ability to mix sharp analysis with warmth and humor, plus a track record of deep-dive interviews with high-profile guests and creators across entertainment and journalism. Listeners likely value intelligent, cosmopolitan dialogue that stays relevant to current culture and media dynamics, with occasional forays into personal storytelling and design of new projects in the arts... more

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2. Pia Arthur
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