James Lankford, The Man Who Tried to Solve Immigration for the GOP
The senator discusses how political calculations killed his border bill, the evangelical Christian vote and preparing for life after Trump.
Episodes
The Interview
Conversations with the world’s most fascinating people. Each week, hosts David Marchese and Lulu Garcia-Navarro talk to compelling, influential figures in culture, politics, business, sports and beyond — illuminating who they are, why they do what they do and how they impact the rest of us. New episodes every Saturday.
Episodes
Vince Vaughn Turned This Interview Into Self-Help
I went in expecting a swaggering, overconfident guy. I found something much more interesting.
Melinda French Gates Is Ready to Take Sides
The billionaire philanthropist is turning 60, striking out on her own and getting political.
Pete Buttigieg Thinks the Trump Fever Could Break
The Democrat talks about the election vibe shift and what a Kamala Harris win would mean for both parties.
Joel Embiid Believes He Could Have Been the GOAT
The N.B.A. star talks Philly cheesesteaks, Twitter trolling and playing for Team U.S.A. over France in the Olympics.
Robert Putnam Knows Why You’re Lonely
The author of “Bowling Alone” warned us about social isolation and its effect on democracy a quarter century ago. Things have only gotten worse.
Eddie Murphy Is Ready to Look Back
David Marchese talks to the comedy legend about navigating the minefield of fame, “Family Feud” and changing Hollywood forever.
Gretchen Whitmer Wants a Gen X President — in 2028
The governor of Michigan isn’t saying it should be her, but she’s not saying it shouldn’t be, either.
Serena Williams’s Next Challenge? The Rest of Her Life.
The greatest women’s tennis player of all time is trying to find her new normal in retirement.
Julia Louis-Dreyfus's Darker Side
The actress is taking on serious roles, trying to overcome self-doubt and sharing more about her personal life — but she’s not done being funny.
Richard Linklater Sees the Killer Inside Us All
David Marchese talks to the acclaimed director about his new film “Hit Man” and life’s big questions.
Ted Sarandos’s Plan to Get You to Binge Even More
Netflix won the streaming battle, but the war for your attention isn’t over.
Ayana Elizabeth Johnson Has an Antidote to Our Climate Delusions
The scientist talks to David Marchese about how to overcome the “soft” climate denial that keeps us buying junk.
Charlamagne Tha God Won’t Take Sides
Marlon Wayans Lost Nearly 60 Loved Ones. Comedy Saved Him.
The comedian talks to David Marchese on becoming a different person after unimaginable loss.
Anne Hathaway Is Done Trying to Please
On the debut of ’The Interview,' the actress talks to David Marchese about learning to let go of other people’s opinions.
Yair Lapid Says the World Misunderstands Israel
Frustrated at the growing protest movement, the opposition leader defends his country’s “existential” war.
Introducing 'The Interview'
“The Interview” is a new podcast from The New York Times, featuring in-depth conversations with fascinating people. Each week, David Marchese and Lulu Garcia-Navarro will chat with notable figures in the worlds of culture, politics, business, sports, wellness and beyond — illuminating who they are, why they do what they do and how they impact the rest of us. The first episodes of “The Interview” premiere on April 27, and new editions will be released weekly on Saturdays. The conversations will a...