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The Business
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Riz Ahmed on bringing 'Hamlet' into the modern world
Kim Masters speaks with Riz Ahmed about his modern retelling of Hamlet. Plus, Masters and Matt Belloni examine a petition, signed by thousands of industry professionals, to block the Paramount–Warner Bros. deal.
Drew Goddard shoots for the stars with ‘Project Hail Mary’
Kim Masters sits down with Drew Goddard to discuss Project Hail Mary. Plus, Masters and Matt Belloni break down Jeff Shell’s exit from Paramount and the WGA’s new four-year deal with studios.
Oscar winners victory lap: Autumn Durald Arkapaw & Joachim Trier
The Academy Awards are behind us, but we’re sharing unheard stories from Kim Masters’ interviews with recently minted Oscar winners Joachim Trier and Autumn Durald Arkapaw. Plus, Masters and Matt Belloni dig into the 2026 box office boom.
A demanding first week for Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro
Matt Belloni and Lucas Shaw examine Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro’s busy first week on the job. Plus, we revisit our conversation with Daryl Hannah, who joined Kim Masters last year to discuss her Neil Young concert film Coastal.
A human conversation with the producers of ‘The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist’
Kim Masters speaks with producers Diane Becker and Ted Tremper about The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist. Plus, Masters and Matt Belloni break down the first week of Disney’s new CEO.
Tilly Norwood creator defends her controversial synthetic character
Kim Masters talks with Tilly Norwood creator Eline Van der Velden, who defends her controversial synthetic character. Plus, Masters and Matt Belloni discuss Ben Affleck’s AI company, recently purchased by Netflix.
The Treatment
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How Coppola, Lucas, and Spielberg shaped Hollywood
Writer Paul Fischer examines the influence of Coppola, Lucas, and Spielberg in his new book ‘The Last Kings of Hollywood.’
The Treat: Amy Sherman-Palladino and Dan Palladino
The ‘Étoile’ creators and married couple on their comedic and musical influences.
David Oyelowo on the dark reality of solitary confinement in ‘Newborn’
The actor goes deep on his new psychological thriller.
The Treat: Guy Trebay
‘The New York Times’ Culture and Style writer on why walking is his favorite thing.
Director BenDavid Grabinski on the retro sensibility of ‘Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice’
Why the director wanted to go back in time for his second feature.
The Treat: Kenneth Turan
The storied film critic cites a 20th century writer as his inspiration.
The Sam Sanders Show
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Why Do We Still Love the ‘90s?
Comedian Rob Anderson on the decade’s most unhinged pop culture moments.
Is Kanye Forgiven?
What his comeback says about celebrity and society.
Aparna Nancherla: Should We All Ditch the Internet?
The comedian on the burden of visibility.
Want to Cancel ‘The Drama’? You’re Missing the Point
The controversial new film raises a lot of tricky questions.
What Are The Best Rom-Coms Ever?
Unpacking the greatest love stories in Hollywood History.
Can Robyn Teach Us To Love Again (and again and again)? w/ Jia Tolentino
Happy Robyn week, to all who celebrate.