Best Taffy Davis Podcasts (2025)

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Sarah McLachlan: Making Music to Connect and Heal 37:19

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5d ago37:19

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Singer-songwriter Sarah McLachlan says, “we need opportunities to feel connection and to feel less alone.” For her, music is the salve. The three-time Grammy Award winner is back with her tenth studio album, Better Broken. Amidst our tense collective cultural moment, McLachlan aims to create music that bridges divide. In this episode, Sarah McLachl…

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How Natasha Rothwell’s Life Brought Her to “The White Lotus” 33:40

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Actress Natasha Rothwell returns as Belinda in The White Lotus Season 3, a role that’s earned her two Emmy nominations and cemented her status as the show’s moral center. In this episode, Rothwell shares how she connects to Belinda’s journey of self-discovery and how she collaborated with creator Mike White to bring greater nuance to the character.…

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Daniel Dae Kim Leads Spy Drama and Fights for Industry Change 21:48

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Actor Daniel Dae Kim is no stranger to breaking barriers. From his groundbreaking role on Lost, to his Tony-nominated turn in Yellow Face, Kim continues to affirm his title as one of Time Magazine’s 100 most influential people. With his new show, Butterfly, he steps into the spotlight as the leading man of a high-stakes international spy thriller. …

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Phil Rosenthal’s Secret Recipe: Good Food and a Laugh 22:54

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Writer, producer and host Phil Rosenthal makes television for the whole family. First, he created the Emmy Award-winning sitcom classic, Everybody Loves Raymond. Now he has taken his vision to food and travel with Somebody Feed Phil. Through his global travels - to places as close to home as Las Vegas, Nevada, and as far away as Sydney, Australia -…

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Tunde Adebimpe Channels His DIY Roots Into Raw Solo Debut 37:28

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TV on the Radio co-founder Tunde Adebimpe is a force of positivity. In the face of unimaginable loss, Adebimpe has channeled his grief into Thee Black Boltz, an upbeat, high-energy solo debut. You might know Tunde Adebimpe from TV on the Radio, the band whose era-defining hits like “Wolf Like Me” helped shape the 2000s New York indie scene. Or you’…

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George C. Wolfe on Desperation and Desire in His “Gypsy” 25:43

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For Tony-winning playwright and theater director George C. Wolfe, the “landscape of America is rich and complicated and messy.” He takes the greatest joy in putting that messiness on the Broadway stage. This time, he’s directing the Broadway revival of “Gypsy,” widely considered the best of the Golden Age musicals. Alongside the show’s lead actor A…

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Daveed Diggs Takes on Cyberpunk Rap 26:00

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You might know rapper and actor Daveed Diggs from his performances in Broadway’s “Hamilton” or 2024’s “Nickel Boys.” But he is also one-third of the hip-hop group clipping. Known for their love of genre storytelling, the group’s new album “Dead Channel Sky” is not their first foray into science fiction. Along with William Hutson and Jonathan Snipes…

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Lucy Dacus Makes Her First Love Songs 24:37

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Singer-songwriter Lucy Dacus has been building up to this moment her entire career. With her new album, “Forever Is a Feeling,” she is ready to write about love. Coming off the heels of a Grammy Award-winning run with her supergroup, boygenius, Dacus has signed a major label contract with Geffen for her solo work. In this episode, Lucy Dacus talks …

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Alicia Graf Mack on Honoring the Past and Future of Dance 31:11

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Alicia Graf Mack has been entrusted with carrying the torch of ballet and modern dance into the future. As a dancer, she has battled through adversity to perform alongside artists like Beyoncé, John Legend and Andre 3000. As a teacher, she has helped bridge the past into the future, educating new generations of students. In this episode, Alicia Gra…

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Min Jin Lee Revisits the Decades It Took To Write “Pachinko” 37:46

10M ago37:46

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Author Min Jin Lee talks to us about the power of the social novel. Her epic historical fiction novel, “Pachinko,” is frequently cited as one of the best books of the 21st century. Lee’s exploration of the immigrant experience, identity and empathy has a timeless quality that feels as relevant as ever in our current moment. In this episode, Min Jin…

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Michael Urie Finds Laughs in the Balcony and the Front Row 35:22

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Actor Michael Urie is a breath of fresh air. He talks to us about his journey in acting from the suburbs of Dallas, Texas to the Broadway stage. It was an unlikely path filled with generous doses of hard work, talent and passion. Urie explains how he first fell in love with musical comedies and how it changed everything for him. Even if you’ve neve…

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Conor Oberst Finds His Purpose in Process 30:20

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Singer-songwriter Conor Oberst talks to us about the joy of making music. He describes his music and artistic mission as both a “release of negative feelings” and “a way to rejoice.” With their new album, “Five Dice, All Threes,” Oberst’s work with his band Bright Eyes is as emotionally expressive as ever. He breaks down the collaborative process b…

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Taffy Brodesser-Akner Defends the Trauma Plot 37:59

1y ago37:59

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Writer Taffy Brodesser-Akner jokes that “family is a chronic condition,” but eventually, we all figure out that we are lucky to have it. She talks to us about this theme in her newest novel and its sprawling exploration of how a Jewish family from Long Island contends with their own intense intergenerational trauma by simply surviving together. It’…

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Minnie Driver’s Path to the Throne 31:44

1y ago31:44

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Actor Minnie Driver talks to us about how she took on the role of one of the most powerful women in history. In the Starz series, “The Serpent Queen,” she plays Queen Elizabeth I, who reigned over England and Ireland for nearly 45 years in the 16th and 17th centuries. It’s a role that demands a larger than life presence, and Driver explains how she…

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Annie Baker Shifts From Stage to Screen 32:02

1y ago32:02

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Annie Baker talks to us about her directorial debut, “Janet Planet.” Her film explores the intimate relationship between a single mother and her daughter told over a long and hot summer break in Western Massachusetts. Baker shares her “intuitive” approach to making the film and the ways in which her work defies easy categorization. She also talks a…

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Jewel Finds Healing in Music and Art 39:22

1y ago39:22

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Singer-songwriter Jewel talks to us about her love of learning and the joy of making art across multiple disciplines. She recounts her journey navigating a traumatic childhood and channeling its challenges into better understanding herself. She reminds us that “trauma does change us, but we get to choose how it changes us.” Jewel talks about how th…

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Joseph Gordon-Levitt Can Do That Genre Too! 39:42

1y ago39:42

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Joseph Gordon-Levitt talks to us about the vast “spectrum of realism” in his line of work. He might be one of the most adaptable actors working today. Whether it’s the recently released Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F, Lincoln, 3rd Rock From the Sun, The Dark Knight Rises, Mysterious Skin, 500 Days of Summer, or one of the dozens of other projects he’s s…

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Here's a quick preview of our new season! 0:58

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We're back! Our first new episode drops Thursday, July 25th, and every other Thursday after that. First up: Joseph Gordon-Levitt talks with us about his creative process as an actor who is able to mold himself to any and all film genres, including this month's new film, Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F. How do the world’s finest artists – from actors to m…

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From The Plot Thickens: Decoding John Ford 50:41

1y ago50:41

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We’re sharing a bonus episode from our friends at The Plot Thickens, a podcast from TCM about movies and the people who make them. Their new season is all about John Ford, the most influential filmmaker in cinema history. In this episode, we’re exploring Ford’s early days, when he rose to fame by being one of the most reckless, independent director…

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LIVE FROM BROOKLYN: Pat Duff 1:20:22

2y ago1:20:22

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Billy Wayne & Mike travel to NYC as part of the NYC Comedy Festival and catch up with pal Pat Duff about his documentary about the murder in Mendo.By Billy Wayne Davis & Mike McGowan

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Terp Taffy 52:18

2y ago52:18

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Billy Wayne & Mike are back from the road, with tales of terps, travel, and a great interview with the incredibly talented Terp Taffy.By Billy Wayne Davis & Mike McGowan

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Ganjier Wendy 46:24

2y ago46:24

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Billy Wayne & Mike talk to Wendy from the Ganjier and update everyone on upcoming travels, live episode recordings, and much more!!!By Billy Wayne Davis & Mike McGowan

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Drive To Hog Wash Farms 29:08

2y ago29:08

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Mike takes us on his ride through the Southern Humbodlt hills and hollers to HogwashFarms!By Billy Wayne Davis & Mike McGowan

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After The Mateel Shindig 23 35:19

2y ago35:19

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Billy Wayne & Mike try to process the last weekend at Puffcon & The Stop Measure A! benefit show in Humbodlt. Incredible weekend. Remember to register to VOTE!!!By Billy Wayne Davis & Mike McGowan

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Live At High Plains Comedy Festival 40:03

2y ago40:03

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Billy Wayne & Mike chat with Dutch Botanical's JJ in front a live audience at Denver's High Plains Comedy Festival in The Mutiny Cafe.By Billy Wayne Davis & Mike McGowan

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John & Jason 56:03

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Billy Wayne & Mike catch up with John Casali & Jason Gellman to hear exactly how Measure A in Humbodlt County will destroy all the small farms that make their home so so special. Listen, share, and get loud y'all!! Come hang with all of us Oct 1st in Redway at the Mateel, we can stop this thing!!!By Billy Wayne Davis & Mike McGowan

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Natalynne DeLapp 49:14

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Billy Wayne & Mike have an important conversation with Humbodlt County's Natalynne DeLapp about what's happening there with a measure brought forth to destroy small farms in the county and how we can stop it. Share this one with someone who needs to know!! Thank all y'all for listening and supporting Grown Local!!…

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Mike's Dime Bags: Myron Chadowtiz 24:27

2y ago24:27

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This is a free sample episode of the Grown Local Patreon only show "Mike's Dime Bags," where Mike NERDS OUT with some of the best in cannabis, this week its Myron Chadowitz.By Billy Wayne Davis & Mike McGowan

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Brian Box Brown 55:01

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Billy Wayne & Mike get to talk cannabis, Philly, policy nonsense, greed, and dope dope art with one of the podcast's absolute favorite artist, Brian Box Brown.By Billy Wayne Davis & Mike McGowan

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Bruce Schulte: Alaska Series 43:33

2y ago43:33

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Billy Wayne & Mike continue their series on the Alaska cannabis community with BWD's long time pal Bruce Schulte of the Alaska Marijuana Control Board.By Billy Wayne Davis & Mike McGowan

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Randy Ritchie 56:49

2y ago56:49

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Billy Wayne & Mike have in depth conversation with the founder of Malibu Compost Randy Ritchie about the absolute importance of compost in growing anything, but for sure cannabis.By Billy Wayne Davis & Mike McGowan

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Wind Home 46:15

2y ago46:15

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Billy Wayne & Mike gush over this week's guest Wind Home's amazing eye for detail in his cannabis and glass photography. A true master of his craft.By Billy Wayne Davis & Mike McGowan

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Joseph Hopkins 45:29

2y ago45:29

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Billy Wayne & Mike talk with the first dispensary owner in Eugene, Joseph Hopkins about the nerves it took to make that first leap into legalization, having a raid check list, and what he's up to now!!!By Billy Wayne Davis & Mike McGowan

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Frank Castillo 43:13

2y ago43:13

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Billy Wayne & Mike have a hilarious talk with Peak'd Podcast host, hash head, and talented comedian Frank Castillo.By Billy Wayne Davis & Mike McGowan

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Jonah Rector: Alaska Series 48:13

2+ y ago48:13

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Billy Wayne & Mike talk with Jonah Rector of Bonah Fide Cannabis in the second of our monthly series highlighting Alaskan cannabis folk.By Billy Wayne Davis & Mike McGowan

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GrownLocal Grow-A-Long 35:13

2+ y ago35:13

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A special peek behind the pay wall bonus episode of our Patreon only show where Mike teaches novices Billy Wayne & friend of the show Nigel Wallace how to grow every step of the way. From seed pop to soil building to trimming it up...Come Grow A Long with us!!! https://www.patreon.com/grownlocalpod/membership…

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Jeff Lowenfels 57:11

2+ y ago57:11

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Billy Wayne & Mike celebrate the 100th episode with dream guest, Jeff Lowenfels, the man wrote the book on soil, actually several books. If you love growing incredible plants listen to this episode and buy his books. Thank you all for supporting us this far.By Billy Wayne Davis & Mike McGowan

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Ling Ma on Imploding the Immigrant Narrative 28:10

2+ y ago28:10

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Novelist Ling Ma doesn’t shy away from taking risks with her writing. Her 2018 debut novel, “Severance,” is an apocalyptic satire that won the Kirkus Prize for Fiction and squarely put her on the map as an exciting, off-beat new writer. With her newest collection, “Bliss Montage,” Ma has turned her attention to the short story format. The collectio…

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BWD & MIKE! 39:07

2+ y ago39:07

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Mike & BWD update everyone with their travels and plans for the future!!!By Billy Wayne Davis & Mike McGowan

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Adam Jacques 58:50

2+ y ago58:50

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Billy Wayne & Mike catch up with the man, the myth, the legend Adam Jacques. follow Grown Local!By Billy Wayne Davis & Mike McGowan

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Zach Johnson & Joe Stolz: Alaska Series 59:24

2+ y ago59:24

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Billy Wayne & Mike have real good time talking to a couple of Alaska's finest, Zach Johnson & Joe Stolz about the 49th state's cannabis industry, Alaska living, and much more!By Billy Wayne Davis & Mike McGowan

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JP Noda 52:27

2+ y ago52:27

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Billy Wayne & Mike have a great time with hash aficionado JP Noda of the Peak'd Podcast.By Billy Wayne Davis & Mike McGowan

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John Johnson 45:57

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Billy Wayne & Mike catch up with their swamp raised pal John Johnson about how he's living & working in Denver.By Billy Wayne Davis & Mike McGowan

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Megan L Bauer 48:00

2+ y ago48:00

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Billy Wayne & Mike talk with cannabis jack of all trades Megan Bauer about getting her MS in Cannabis Science & Therapeutics, what motivated her to work in cannabis, and the future!By Billy Wayne Davis & Mike McGowan

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Viet Thanh Nguyen on the Ghosts that Haunt our Cultural Past (Replay) 37:55

2+ y ago37:55

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It’s been announced! Writer Viet Thanh Nguyen’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel “The Sympathizer” (2015) is now getting the prestige TV treatment on HBO’s newly rebranded Max streaming service. To celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we revisit our interview with Nguyen. In it, he talks about not just “The Sympathizer,” but ab…

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Cody Callarman 52:07

2+ y ago52:07

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Billy Wayne & Mike speak with former Marine and current cannabis entrepreneur in South Carolina, Cody Callarman about all the happenings down South in cannabis.By Billy Wayne Davis & Mike McGowan

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HAPPY 420! 18:50

2+ y ago18:50

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Sup y'all? We were almost done but Mike has returned from the canyon with a recharged spirit, and BWD is grateful to be back. Happy 420!By Billy Wayne Davis & Mike McGowan

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Yahya Abdul-Mateen II Searches for Truth Through Acting 19:34

2+ y ago19:34

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Actor Yahya Abdul-Mateen II is one of the busiest people in Hollywood. His recent films include “Aquaman,” “The Matrix Resurrections,” “Ambulance,” and “Candyman.” But most recently, he made his Broadway debut in "Topdog/Underdog." In this episode, Abdul-Mateen II gives a masterclass on his acting process. The graduate of the Yale School of Drama d…

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Kelly Reichardt Breaks Down Her Filmmaking Process Behind "Showing Up" 27:18

2+ y ago27:18

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In her eighth feature film, “Showing Up,” Kelly Reichardt takes pleasure in thinking about “life on the level outside of commerce.” Her films often explore working-class characters living life on the margins. Movies like “First Cow,” “Certain Women,” “Wendy and Lucy,” and “Old Joy” have established Reichardt as one of the most fiercely independent …

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Jennifer Egan Writes to Experience a Life Outside Her Own 30:08

2+ y ago30:08

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A compelling novel can transport us into worlds unknown. Novelist Jennifer Egan has mastered this inventiveness of fiction with her Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, "A Visit from the Goon Squad," and in her newest book,"The Candy House." In this episode, Egan breaks down her writing process behind "Lulu the Spy, 2032," a chapter from "The Candy House.…