Best Various Hosts Contributors And Guests Podcasts (2025)

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Lennon Reveals: The St Regis Series Ep #1. "I'm Doing What You're Doing" 2:18:27

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7M ago2:18:27

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Welcome to the first series of this season, Lennon Reveals: The St Regis Series, where we dive deep into one of the most fascinating and underappreciated interviews John Lennon ever gave: the St. Regis interview from September 1971. It is as wide-ranging and entertaining as Lennon Remembers but even more insightful. Dr. Duncan Driver joins me as co…

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Prologue S3: Trail Of Destruction (Lennon Remembers) 2:21:53

7M ago2:21:53

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In this episode, we set the stage for Season 3 by diving into the heart of One Sweet Dream. We explore the background of the podcast, what drives it, and the big subjects we’ve been tackling so far. Plus, we unpack some of the core ideas seeded in Lennon Remembers—the legendary interview that’s key to understanding what comes next. Stay tuned for t…

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Encore: The Cleave Series: How Did George Harrison Live in 1966? Pt 2 1:57:58

1+ y ago1:57:58

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In part two of Cleave's profile of George Harrison, Diana, and Duncan explore the second half of the interview, which includes topics such as George's home, his home life with his wife Pattie, his thoughts on war, the old guard, and religion. In this interview, George is amusingly blunt and endearingly earnest. Originally posted in the Evening Stan…

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Encore: The Cleave Series: How Did George Harrison Live In 1966. Pt 1 2:39:43

1+ y ago2:39:43

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In this two-part episode, Diana and Dr. Duncan Driver explore Cleave's profile of George Harrison. In the first installment, they discuss the first segments of the interview where Harrison is remarkably candid and forthcoming. Originally featured in the Evening Standard during the spring of 1966, these extraordinary interviews offer a rare peek int…

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Encore: The Cleave Series: How Did Paul McCartney Live in 1966? Part 2 1:57:43

1+ y ago1:57:43

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In this episode, Diana and Dr. Duncan Driver dive into the second half of Maureen Cleave's interview with Paul McCartney as it appeared in the Evening Standard in 1966. This interview captures McCartney when he is on top of the world and fully immersed in the counterculture and avant-garde scene, depicting a period when he and the Beatles reigned s…

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Encore: The Cleave Series: How Did Paul McCartney Live in 1966? Part 1 2:20:52

1+ y ago2:20:52

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This is part one of the Cleave profile on Paul McCartney. In this episode, Diana and Dr. Duncan Driver explore the first half of Cleave's interview with McCartney. This interview series was originally titled "How A Beatle Lives" and appeared in the Evening Standard. They are remarkable because they give us a rare glimpse into the world of the Beatl…

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Encore: The Cleave Series: How Did John Lennon Live In 1966? Part 2 2:17:31

1+ y ago2:17:31

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This is part two of the Maureen Cleave interview with John Lennon. In this episode, Diana and Dr. Duncan Driver dig into the second half of the Cleave interview visiting John's library, exploring his Phantom V Rolls Royce, and accompanying him to the doctor. John, as always, is entertaining and opinionated on the subject of money, power, and his fu…

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Encore: The Cleave Series: How Did John Lennon Live in 1966? Part 1 2:17:24

1+ y ago2:17:24

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In this episode, host Diana Erickson and regular guest Dr. Duncan Driver dive into the first part of Maureen Cleave's 1966 profile of John Lennon, originally published in The Evening Standard under the title "How A Beatle Lives." These extraordinary interviews offer unique insight into the Beatles' world and lives at this time. John Lennon captivat…

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Encore: The Cleave Series: How Did Ringo Starr Live in 1966? 3:30:32

1+ y ago3:30:32

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The Cleave Series is an exploration of the interviews of the Beatles that were done for the Evening Standard in March 1966. Titled "How Does A Beatle Live," these exceptional profiles provide us with a rare glimpse into the world of the Beatles at a time when they were riding high. Dr. Duncan Driver joins Diana Erickson in this series. Episode one …

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Now And Then (Pt 2): The Beatles' Final Masterpiece As Epilogue 1:54:13

1+ y ago1:54:13

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This is part two of our host's epic exploration of the Beatles' final masterpiece: "Now and Then."Diana Erickson and Halle Ryan discuss how this stunning composition, alongside its anthology companions, elegantly rewrites the closing chapter of the iconic Beatles story. This episode provides a comprehensive examination of the gorgeous masterwork "R…

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Now And Then (Pt 1) : The Final Masterpiece That Tells A Story 2:16:54

1+ y ago2:16:54

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In this episode, Diana Erickson and Halle Ryan explore the Beatles' final masterpiece: "Now and Then." They unravel the intricate narrative of its path to public release and discuss how this stunning composition, alongside its anthology companions, "Real Love" and "Free As a Bird," elegantly rewrite the closing chapter of the iconic Beatles story.P…

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Revisiting Ian Leslie's Hidden Gems and Unsung Masterpieces 2:20:43

2y ago2:20:43

2:20:43

Author Ian Leslie discusses the songs that made his Hidden Gems list. Ian writes about psychology, culture, technology, and business for the New Statesman, the Economist, the Guardian, and the Financial Times — and he has a newsletter called the Ruffian. He is also the author of the book Conflicted and is working on a book about Lennon and McCartne…

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Revisiting The Episode: Author Pete Paphides On the "Magical and Miraculous" Film, Get Back 1:54:51

2y ago1:54:51

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Journalist, broadcaster, and author, Pete Paphides discusses his impressions of Get Back and the Beatles in 1969. This episode was recorded before the Get Back Documentary Series was fully available to the public.Pete's review of Get Back:https://www.standard.co.uk/culture/music/peter-jackson-beatles-documentary-review-get-back-disney-plus-b968008.…

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Revisiting RAM. Engineer Eirik Wangberg On The Making of RAM: "His Spirit Was Free" 1:14:06

2y ago1:14:06

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This episode revisits my interview with RAM engineer, Eirik "The Norwegian" Wangberg, the engineer that spent two months alone in a studio with Paul and Linda McCartney during the making of RAM.Due to these circumstances, Wangberg was able to observe the McCartneys at a time when they were quite insular, so it was a treat to speak to the charming N…

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Revisiting Michael Penn's Hidden Gems & Unsung Masterpieces 2:20:24

2y ago2:20:24

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This episode with brilliant musician Michael Penn is worth revisiting! We explore Michael's inspiring list of Hidden Gems and Unsung Masterpieces, which include:Anytime At AllThings We Said TodayShe Said She SaidThe Family Way (Soundtrack and Movie)Within You Without YouPenny LaneThe EndMaxwell's Silver HammerJenny WrenI Know I Know (Diana's choice…

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Revisiting Paul McCartney's Creative Practice With Phillip McIntyre And Paul Thompson 2:01:30

2+ y ago2:01:30

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In this episode, Diana explores Paul McCartney's artistry and creative process with Phillip McIntyre and Paul Thompson, authors of the book: “Paul McCartney and His Creative Practice. The Beatles and Beyond.” Phillip, Paul, and Diana have a wide-ranging discussion that covers topics such as flow state, collaboration, Crocodile Dundee, and how Paul …

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Revisiting The Making and Breaking of the Fab 4 Image with Erin Torkelson Weber — With A New Postscript On the Episode 2:24:54

2+ y ago2:24:54

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In this interview, Diana and Erin discuss the Fab 4 Myth—how it was constructed and how the Beatles tried to break free of it. They also discuss core ideas from Erin Torkelson Weber's book: Beatles and the Historians: An Analysis of Writings about the Fab Four. It also includes an all-new postscript at the end of the episode.Please check out Erin's…

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Revisiting Creative Pairs With Joshua Wolf Shenk (Reprise With New Intro) 2:05:52

2+ y ago2:05:52

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In this episode, Diana and Joshua Wolf Shenk, author of Powers of Two: Finding the Essence of Innovation in Creative Pairs, discuss the Lennon/McCartney partnership, and how they exemplify and light up many of the core tenets of creative pairings, which gives us new ways to think about their legendary partnership.This reprised version includes a ne…

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So May I Reintroduce To You: One Sweet Dream. Why We're Here, What's Next and The Aimee Mann Episode 2:17:33

2+ y ago2:17:33

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This episode is jam-packed and full of goodies! Including meditations on the podcast — why it exists, what it's trying to do — and an announcement about what we're doing next, and reprised episode with Aimee Mann.I adore this episode, it was an honor to have her on One Sweet Dream, and she was full of stellar insights and observations about the ban…

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WTF Dear Friend? Conversations In Songs Series 2:22:20

2+ y ago2:22:20

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In this episode, Host Diana Erickson and regular contributor Dr. Duncan Driver dig into Paul McCartney's commentary on the song, Dear Friend, from the book, The Lyrics.This episode considers the musical conversation between Lennon and McCartney at this time, in 1971, so God, How Do You Sleep, and Jealous Guy are all explored.Dear Friend is not only…

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Hidden Gems & Unsung Masterpieces Series #4 (Pt 2): Screw It We're Just Going to Talk About the Beatles Podcast 1:43:48

2+ y ago1:43:48

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This is part two of the Hidden Gems and Unsung Masterpieces Series with the hosts of Screw It We're Just Going To Talk About the Beatles. We go through the second half of their list!The "SIWJGTTATB" group includes Will Hines, Joel Spence, Katie Plattner, and Brett Morris. Diana is a big fan of their podcast.Check out the Screw It We're Just Going T…

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Hidden Gems & Unsung Masterpieces Series #4 (Pt .1): Screw It We're Just Going to Talk About the Beatles Podcast 1:37:27

2+ y ago1:37:27

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In the next installment of the Hidden Gems and Unsung Masterpieces Series, Diana is joined by the hosts of the brilliant podcast: Screw It We're Just Going To Talk About the Beatles. The "SIWJGTTATB" group includes Will Hines, Joel Spence, Katie Plattner, and Brett Morris. Diana is a big fan of this podcast.Check out the Screw It We're Just Going T…

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The Cleave Interview Series #4: George Harrison (Pt 2) 1:57:23

2+ y ago1:57:23

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In this two-part episode, Diana and Dr. Duncan Driver explore Cleave's profile on George Harrison. In part two they explore the second half of the interview which focuses on George's home, his home life with Pattie, and his thoughts on war, the old guard, and religion. As in part one, George is amusingly blunt, witty, and endearingly earnest.These …

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The Cleave Interview Series #4: George Harrison (Pt 1) 2:39:06

2+ y ago2:39:06

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In this two-part episode, Diana and Dr. Duncan Driver explore Cleave's profile on George Harrison.In part one, they examine the first half of the interview, going on an adventure with George Harrison, who is unusually open and revealing at this time.These exceptional interviews were originally posted in the Evening Standard in March and April 1966;…

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The Cleave Interview Series #3: John Lennon (Pt 2) 2:16:54

3y ago2:16:54

2:16:54

This is part two of the Maureen Cleave interview with John Lennon. In this episode, Diana and Dr. Duncan Driver dig into the second half of the Cleave interview: visiting John's library, exploring his Phantom V Rolls Royce, and accompanying him to the doctor. John, as always, is entertaining, opining on money, power, and his future.Titled "How A Be…

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The Cleave Interview Series #3: John Lennon (Pt 1) 2:16:44

3y ago2:16:44

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This is part one of the Cleave profile on John Lennon. In this episode, Diana and Dr. Duncan Driver explore the first half of the interview.Titled "How A Beatle Lives," these exceptional interviews provide a rare glimpse into the world of the Beatles in 1966. These contemporaneous portraits are meaningful because so much of our understanding of the…

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The Cleave Interview Series #2: Paul McCartney (Pt 2) 1:56:46

3y ago1:56:46

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This is part 2 of the Cleave profile on Paul McCartney. In this episode, Diana and Dr. Duncan Driver explore the second half of the interview. Titled "How A Beatle Lives" these exceptional interviews provide us with a rare glimpse into the world of the Beatles in 1966. This fascinating interview with Paul vindicates McCartney's portrayal in the boo…

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The Cleave Interview Series #2: Paul McCartney (Pt 1) 2:21:27

3y ago2:21:27

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This is part one of the Cleave profile on Paul McCartney. In this episode, Diana and Dr. Duncan Driver explore the first half of the interview. Titled "How A Beatle Lives" these exceptional interviews provide us with a rare glimpse into the world of the Beatles in 1966. This fascinating interview with Paul vindicates McCartney's portrayal in the bo…

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The Cleave Interview Series #1: Ringo Starr 3:29:55

3y ago3:29:55

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The 1966/67 Series begins with a deep dive into the Maureen Cleave interviews—which were done for the Evening Standard in March 1966. Titled "How Does A Beatle Live" these exceptional profiles provide us with a rare glimpse into the world of the Beatles at a time when they were riding high! Episode one explores her piece on Ringo Starr. Diana is jo…

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Hidden Gems & Unsung Masterpieces Series #3: With Ian Leslie 2:21:10

3y ago2:21:10

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Diana is joined by writer and author Ian Leslie to discuss the songs that made his Hidden Gems list.Ian writes about psychology, culture, technology, and business for the New Statesman, the Economist, the Guardian, and the Financial Times — and he has a newsletter called the Ruffian. He is also the author of the book Conflicted and is working on a …

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Get Back Series #6: Rob Sheffield 1:54:22

3y ago1:54:22

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The One Sweet Dream Get Back Series continues with an interview with music journalist and author Rob Sheffield. Rob is a contributing editor at Rolling Stone, writing about music, TV, and pop culture; he is also the author of multiple books, including Dreaming the Beatles: The Love Story of One Band and the Whole World. In this interview, recorded …

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Get Back Series #5: Martin Carr (Pt 2) 1:22:43

3y ago1:22:43

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In part two of this Get Back Series episode with Martin Carr, Martin and Diana discuss the dynamics of the Lennon and McCartney relationship around this period. Martin Carrhttps://www.facebook.com/GOLDLIFT/@martin_carrSupport the show Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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Get Back Series Ep #5: Martin Carr (Pt 1) 2:29:15

3y ago2:29:15

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In this two-part episode, Martin and Diana discuss the intricacies of the Get Back film with special emphasis on the dynamics between Lennon and McCartney at this time. This is part one.Martin Carrhttps://www.facebook.com/GOLDLIFT/@martin_carrSupport the show Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.c…

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Hidden Gems & Unsung Masterpieces Series #2: With Michael Penn 2:39:38

3y ago2:39:38

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In the next installment of the Hidden Gems and Unsung Masterpieces Series, Diana is joined by brilliant singer/songwriter/ film and TV composer Michael Penn to discuss the songs that make his list.Follow Michael Penn: @MPennSupport the show Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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Hidden Gems & Unsung Masterpieces Series: Michael Penn 2:39:38

3+ y ago2:39:38

2:39:38

Diana is joined by brilliant singer/songwriter/ film and TV composer Michael Penn to discuss the songs that make his Hidden Gems and Unsung Masterpieces list.-----------------------------------Michael's List:Anytime At AllThings We Said TodayShe Said She SaidThe Family Way (Soundtrack and Movie)Within You Without YouPenny LaneThe EndMaxwell's Silve…

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New Lens Series: Joe Hagan on Wenner, Rolling Stone Magazine and The Beatles Narrative 2:08:17

3+ y ago2:08:17

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In this episode, Diana talks to Joe Hagan, author of the brilliant Jann Wenner biography Sticky Fingers, and host of Vanity Fair's podcast: Inside The Hive. We discuss Joe's experience writing the biography, his insight into the relationship between Wenner, Ono, and Lennon, and the impact of Wenner's partisanship on the Beatles narrative. We also d…

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Get Back Series #4 Pt 3: Deep Dive with Jonathan Skovron: India, The Roof, Klein... 2:41:53

3+ y ago2:41:53

2:41:53

In part 3 of our deep dive into Get Back, Jonathan Skovron and I discuss the following: The India scene, Klein, the rooftop performance, the Peter Sellers scene, the hypothetical Beatles collective—and we again return to George Harrison walking out, Yoko, and of course, the Lennon/McCartney partnership.The majority of this episode was recorded in D…

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Get Back Series #4 Pt 2: Deep Dive with Jonathan Skovron: Lunchroom convo, Billy... 2:03:10

3+ y ago2:03:10

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In part two of this deep dive into Peter Jackson's Get Back film, Jonathan Skovron and I discuss the trajectory and momentum of the project, the impact of Billy Preston, the secret lunchroom scene, leadership, George Harrison's walkout, the musical conversation between Lennon/McCartney and the musicianship of the group as a whole. In the next episo…

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Get Back Series #4 Pt 1: Deep Dive with Jonathan Skovron 2:36:20

3+ y ago2:36:20

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This Deep Dive into the Get Back film was recorded on multiple occasions with musician Jonathan Skovron, resulting in the OSD Deep Dive Trilogy!Peter Jackson would be proud!In part 1, we explore Jackson's narrative choices, the Lennon and McCartney dynamics, George's predicament in the band, the working relationship between the men, and the impact …

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Get Back Series #3: Breakup Recap & Roundtable with Paul Thompson & Dan Rivkin 2:41:21

3+ y ago2:41:21

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The Get Back Series kicks off with a recap of the events of '67 & '68—as discussed in the Breakup Series—a primer for the series, and is followed by a roundtable discussion about the Get Back film with Dr. Paul Thompson and Dan Rivkin. Paul Thompson:https://www.amazon.com/Paul-McCartney-His-Creative-Practice/dp/3030790991Dan Rivkin:https://theymayb…

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Get Back Series #2: Pete Paphides 1:53:39

3+ y ago1:53:39

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The OSD Get Back Series continues with an episode that was recorded before the Get Back Documentary Series was fully available to the public. Journalist, broadcaster, and author Pete Paphides screened and reviewed the documentary for the Evening Standard prior to its general release, and we discussed his impressions of the film.Pete's review of Get…

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Get Back Series #1: Aimee Mann 1:30:39

3+ y ago1:30:39

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The Get Back Series continues with a conversation with musician Aimee Mann. We discuss Aimee's impressions of the film and her observations of the band's dynamics — drawing on her experiences working in bands, collaborations, and as a solo artist. Follow Aimee at @realaimeemannAimee Mann music referenced: Queens of the Summer Hotel: "Burn It Out" a…

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New Lens Series: Talking Beatles With Comedian Tim Heidecker 2:37:42

3+ y ago2:37:42

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In this episode, Diana and comedian/Beatles aficionado Tim Heidecker explore some key Beatles themes. Tim Heidecker is a comedian, writer, musician, podcaster, actor, and half of the comedy duo Tim and Eric. He co-hosts a parody film review web series called, On Cinema and is the host of the podcast, Office Hours Live With Tim Heidecker.https://www…

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Not Listening -Part 2 35:09

4y ago35:09

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In the conclusion of this 2 part episode, Shep continues telling the full harrowing account of his first hand experience being inside the Capitol on January 6th. Then Steve Chaggaris, Shep and the gang continue their discussion about the Insurrection, voting rights, voter suppression and the future of democracy in America.…

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Not Listening -Part 1 43:16

4y ago43:16

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The first of a 2 part episode, Shep and company start with a light chat about changes and increasing diversity in entertainment television. We complete the 2nd half of our interview with expert journalist, Richard Goldstein who discusses the current state and future of American democracy. Then longtime political reporter, Steve Chaggaris joins the …

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Listen Carefully 40:21

4y ago40:21

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Our second episode of a Broad Range of Intelligent People takes an in depth look at the state of truth in journalism today. The team also discusses recent SCOTUS decisions effecting voting rights and in turn democracy itself. Veteran journalist and former Executive Editor of the Village Voice, Richard Goldstein shares his accomplished perspective o…

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Listen, UP! 1:16:15

4y ago1:16:15

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The premier episode of a Broad Range of Intelligent People takes a look at number of commemorations including Juneteenth, the centennial of the Tulsa Massacre, the 5 year anniversary of Pulse and the 1 year anniversary of George Floyd's murder. Guest include Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee of Texas, Brandon Wolf, a survivor of the Pulse massacre a…

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New Lens Series: McCartney As Artist with Biographer Chris Salewicz 2:49:05

4+ y ago2:49:05

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Diana and Chris Salewicz discuss Paul McCartney the man and the artist. They explore his defining traits and what people get wrong about him, and they also talk about Chris's epic 1986 interview with Paul — one of Paul's most candid interviews ever. Updated Audio!Support the show Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out…

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New Lens Series: Creative Partnerships with Joshua Wolf Shenk 1:37:59

4+ y ago1:37:59

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A conversation with Joshua Wolf Shenk, author of Powers of Two: Finding the Essence of Innovation in Creative Pairs, about creative partnerships. Diana and Joshua discuss the Lennon/McCartney partnership, and how they exemplify and light up so many of the core tenets of creative pairings.Support the show Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com…

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New Lens Series: Paul McCartney's Creative Practice with Phillip McIntyre and Paul Thompson 2:01:33

4+ y ago2:01:33

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In this episode, Diana explores Paul McCartney's artistry and creative process with Phillip McIntyre and Paul Thompson, authors of the upcoming book “Paul and His Creative Practice. The Beatles and Beyond.” Phillip, Paul, and Diana have a wide-ranging discussion that covers topics such as flow state, collaboration, Crocodile Dundee, and how Paul Mc…