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In Connie: A Memoir, the trailblazing journalist pulls no punches as she shares a behind-the-scenes tour of her life and career, from showdowns with powerful men in and out of the newsroom where overt sexism was a way of life to the stories behind some of her career-defining reporting. Chung is in conversation with her husband Maury Povich, a former news reporter and anchor who hosted the talk show “Maury” for over thirty years.
This program was held on September 18, 2024 in partnership with Politics and Prose.
In Mastering the Art of Plant-Based Cooking: Vegan Recipes, Tips, and Techniques, the James Beard Award-winning food and dining editor of The Washington Post collects plant-based dishes into a single volume for the first time, treating vegan food as its own cuisine, worthy of mastery. In conversation with Rob Rubba, chef and partner at Oyster Oyster, and the 2023 James Beard Outstanding Chef Award winner.
This program was held on September 4, 2024.
"Peace does not and will not magically happen. We will have to work hard for peace, which will require courage, compromise, and even sacrifice. We can start by talking about peace. And let’s talk about it until there’s nothing else to talk about." Listen to Rabbi Aaron Potek's 5785 Erev Rosh Hashanah sermon about not losing faith in the possibility of peace. His remarks were followed by two speakers from the grassroots organizations Women Wage Peace and Women of the Sun.
Hear how a performance of "Defying Gravity" from Wicked led Rabbi Aaron to an important realization about letting go of perfectionism and replacing it with more meaningful goals.
Relive Rabbi Aaron Potek's 5785 Kol Nidre sermon on the challenges this past year has created, or revealed, for liberal American Jews.
“Do not run from difference—run towards it. Embrace it. Honor it. Learn from it. Doing so will not destroy us. Quite the opposite—it may very well be what saves us.” At Rosh Hashanah services on October 3, 2024, Rabbi Aaron Potek spoke about why engaging with difference is an essential Jewish value.
More than 70 countries are holding elections this year, representing half the world’s population. What do the results reveal about the state of democracy in 2024?
Zanny Minton Beddoes, The Economist’s editor-in-chief, explores the consequences of the year’s major elections—from America to India, France, Venezuela, and beyond—with senior correspondents from The Economist including Washington bureau chief Idrees Kahloon, Paris bureau chief Sophie Pedder, and geopolitics editor David Rennie.
This program was held on September 25, 2024.
10/7: 100 Human Stories by Haaretz investigative reporter Lee Yaron is the definitive account of the day Hamas launched an unprecedented terrorist assault on Israel, told through the stories of its victims and the communities they called home. Yaron is in conversation with Jodi Rudoren, the editor-in-chief of the Forward, the nation’s oldest independent Jewish news organization. She spent more than two decades at The New York Times, where she served as Jerusalem bureau chief from 2012 through 2015.
This program was held on October 7, 2024 in partnership with the Forward.
To mark the 25th anniversary of “The West Wing,” cast members Melissa Fitzgerald (Carol Fitzpatrick, Assistant to the Press Secretary) and Mary McCormack (Kate Harper, Deputy National Security Advisor) have written a love letter to the show, the people who made it, the fans who loved it, and the service it inspired with What’s Next: A Backstage Pass to The West Wing, Its Cast and Crew, and Its Enduring Legacy of Service. This event revsits the nostalgic, aspirational White House of “The West Wing” in a conversation moderated by political commentator and strategist Kevin Walling, with the authors, Emmy and Golden Globe Award winning actor Martin Sheen (President Jed Bartlet), and Emmy Award winning actor Richard Schiff (Toby Ziegler).
This program was held on August 17, 2024.
Progressive political commentator Brian Tyler Cohen—a YouTuber, host of the “No Lie with Brian Tyler Cohen” podcast, and MSNBC contributor—explains how American politics has turned into a dire situation, and what can be done about it, in Shameless. In a conversation moderated by Shaniqua McClendon, the Vice President of Politics for Crooked Media, Cohen is joined by host of MSNBC’s “Inside with Jen Psaki” and former White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki.
This program was held on August 14, 2024 in partnership with Politics and Prose.
On the occasion of the paperback release of Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow—a New York Times bestseller and #1 Indie National Best Seller—Gabrielle Zevin shares the exhilarating story of two friends who come together as creative partners in the world of video game design, where success brings them fame, joy, tragedy, duplicity, and, ultimately, a kind of immortality. In conversation with Angie Kim, the author of the international bestseller, Miracle Creek, and most recently of the New York Times bestselling novel, Happiness Falls.
This program was held on July 10, 2024 in partnership with Politics and Prose.
In White Poverty: How Exposing Myths About Race and Class Can Reconstruct American Democracy, Rev. Barber addresses white poverty as a hugely neglected subject that might just be the key to mitigating racism and bringing together tens of millions of working class and impoverished Americans.
This program was held on June 12, 2024 in partnership with Solid State Books.
Dr. Mark Hyman’s #1 New York Times bestselling book, Young Forever, revealed how to reverse the biological hallmarks of aging through dietary, lifestyle, and longevity strategies. In his new companion cookbook, The Young Forever Cookbook: More than 100 Delicious Recipes for Living Your Longest, Healthiest Life, Dr. Hyman shares recipes to help you eat your way to a longer life. In conversation with Sen. Cory Booker, who represents New Jersey and is the author of United: Thoughts on Finding Common Ground and Advancing the Common Good.
This program was held on June 5, 2024.
In The Situation Room: The Inside Story of Presidents in Crisis, the “This Week” and “Good Morning America” host recounts the crises that decided the course of history from the place 12 presidents made their highest-pressure decisions. In conversation with Jonathan Martin, POLITICO’s politics bureau chief and senior political columnist.
This program was held on May 16, 2024 in partnership with Politics and Prose.
In Say More: Lessons from Work, the White House, and the World. the former White House Press Secretary and current MSNBC host shares the surprising lessons she’s learned on her path to success and offers advice about how to be a more effective communicator in any situation. In conversation with Kara Swisher, an award-winning journalist, the host of “On with Kara Swisher” and co-host of “Pivot,” and the author of the New York Times bestseller, Burn Book: A Tech Love Story.
This program was held on May 9, 2024 in partnership with Politics and Prose.
The executive producer of “The Real Housewives” franchise and host and executive producer of “Watch What Happens Live” returns to Sixth & I for his fifth appearance to celebrate the paperback release of his New York Times bestselling memoir, The Daddy Diaries, talk about the latest Housewives happenings, and answer your questions about everyone’s favorite Bravolebrities. In conversation with Rep. Robert Garcia, who represents California and is the first LGBTQ+ immigrant to win a congressional seat. Rep. Garcia has also been known to quote from “The Real Housewives” in congressional hearings.
This program was held on May 8, 2024.
In The Road to Freedom: Economics and the Good Society, the Nobel Laureate dissects America’s current economic system and the political ideology that created it, laying bare their twinned failure. In conversation with Timothy Noah, a staff writer for the New Republic and a contributing editor at The Washington Monthly.
This program was held on April 25, 2024 in partnership with Politics and Prose.
Culled from decades of journal entries, Becky Lynch, The Man: Not Your Average Average Girl delves into the WWE star's earliest wrestling days, her scrappy beginnings, and her meteoric rise to fame—offering a raw and honest depiction of the complex woman behind the character played on TV. In conversation with Lauren Ober, a podcast creator, host, and executive producer, most recently of “The Loudest Girl In The World.”
This program was held on March 28, 2024.
Leading American Jewish thinkers on Israel—Rabbi Jill Jacobs, CEO of T’ruah: The Rabbinic Call for Human Rights, Peter Beinart, journalist and political commentator, and Michael Koplow, Chief Policy Officer at the Israel Policy Forum—offer differing perspectives on how some American Jews have been reevaluating their identities as liberals and their relationships to Israel in a conversation moderated by Senior Rabbi Aaron Potek, Executive Director of Jewish Life at Sixth & I.
This program was held on April 7, 2024.
From the award-winning journalist, host of “On with Kara Swisher,” and cohost of “Pivot” comes Burn Book: A Tech Love Story, a history and an accounting of the tech industry and its most powerful players who wanted to change the world but broke it instead. In conversation with Laurene Powell Jobs, Founder & President of Emerson Collective.
This program was held on February 29, 2024 in partnership with Politics and Prose.
From the New York Times bestselling author of Ghosts and Everything I Know About Love comes Good Material, a story of heartbreak and friendship and how to survive both. In conversation with Karin Tanabe, the author of seven novels including The Sunset Crowd, A Woman of Intelligence, and The Gilded Years.
This program was held on February 28, 2024.
Continuing the conversation sparked by his April 2024 cover story for The Atlantic, “The Golden Age of American Jews Is Ending,” Atlantic staff writer and bestselling author Franklin Foer is joined by Dr. Pamela Nadell, Professor of History and Jewish Studies and Director of the Jewish Studies Program at American University, in a dialogue lead by Sixth & I’s Senior Rabbi, Aaron Potek.
This program was held in partnership with The Atlantic on March 18, 2024.
Amidst declining marriage rates and a loneliness epidemic, friends and authors Rhaina Cohen and Dr. Marisa Franco illuminate friendship’s power to transform how we define a fulfilling life. In conversation with Sixth & I's Senior Rabbi Aaron Potek.
This program was held on February 13, 2024.
In Subculture Vulture: A Memoir in Six Scenes, the stand-up comedian, writer, and actor tells the story of the lives he has spent careening between and how he found his people, over and over again, in different settings. In conversation with Lauren Ober, a podcast creator, host, and executive producer, most recently of “The Loudest Girl In The World” which was named one of the best shows of 2022 by the CBC and The Atlantic.
Have a Beautiful, Terrible Day! Daily Meditations for the Ups, Downs & In-Betweens is a collection of spiritual reflections and action-steps to help you get through any kind of day—good, bad, or mediocre. In conversation with Judy Woodruff, a senior correspondent and the former anchor and managing editor of “PBS NewsHour.”
This program was held on January 30, 2024.
In And Then We Rise: A Guide to Loving and Taking Care of Self, Common shares a comprehensive program for addressing mental and physical health and encouraging communities to do the same. In conversation with Clint Smith, a staff writer at The Atlantic and the author of the New York Times bestsellers How the Word is Passed and Above Ground.
This program was held on January 27, 2024 in partnership with Loyalty Books.
In the twelve years since Michele Norris first prompted people to share their thoughts on race in just six words, over half a million people have submitted their stories to The Race Card Project. Our Hidden Conversations: What Americans Really Think About Race and Identity is a compilation of these stories, along with richly reported essays and photographs that provide a window into America during a tumultuous era. In conversation with Laura Coates, CNN’s Chief Legal Analyst and anchor of “Laura Coates Live,” and the host of “The Laura Coates Show” on SiriusXM.
This program was held on January 18 in partnership with Politics and Prose.
In The Amen Effect: Ancient Wisdom to Mend Our Broken Hearts and World, Rabbi Sharon Brous—named America’s #1 Most Influential Rabbi by Newsweek and The Daily Beast—makes the case that the spiritual work of our time, as instinctual as it is counter-cultural, is to find our way to one another in celebration, in sorrow, and in solidarity. In conversation with Jonathan Capehart, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, anchor for the “The Saturday/Sunday Show with Jonathan Capehart” on MSNBC, opinion columnist at The Washington Post, and host of the “Capehart” podcast.
In Oath and Honor: A Memoir and a Warning, Liz Cheney shares a gripping account of the insurrection from inside the halls of Congress and tells the story of this perilous moment in our history—from those who helped Trump spread the stolen election lie to those whose actions preserved our constitutional framework, and the risks we still face. In conversation with Mark Leibovich, a staff writer at The Atlantic and the author of five books including the #1 New York Times bestsellers, This Town and Thank You for Your Servitude.
This program was held on December 13, 2023 in partnership with Politics and Prose.
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In his achingly vulnerable memoir, Being Henry, the Emmy-award winning actor shares the disheartening truth of his childhood, the difficulties of a life with severe dyslexia, the pressures of a role that takes on a life of its own, and the path forward once your wildest dream seems behind you. In conversation with Daniel Silva, the award-winning #1 New York Times bestselling author of twenty-six novels.
This program was held on November 7, 2023.
In the United States this year, there have been more mass shootings than days. Hear from leading voices about the epidemic of gun violence in our country and city and what can be done to prevent it through legislation, policy, and community-building. Panelists include Kris Brown, President at Brady, DC Councilmember Robert White, and activist Fred Guttenberg, in conversation with Sixth & I’s Rabbi Nora Feinstein.
Content warning: Please note this discussion contains descriptions of gun violence that may be upsetting to some listeners.
This program was held on December 5, 2023.
Jeff Tweedy, songwriter and founding member and front man of the GRAMMY Award-winning rock band Wilco, reflects on why we listen to music, why we love songs, and how music can connect us to each other and to ourselves in World Within a Song: Music that Changed My Life and Life that Changed My Music. In conversation with Brendan Canty, a musician and filmmaker best known as the drummer in Fugazi, and currently The Messthetics.
This program was held on November 8, 2023.
From the New York Times op-ed columnist comes How to Know a Person, a practical and heartfelt guide to the art of truly knowing another person in order to foster deeper connections at home, at work, and throughout our lives.
This program was held on November 2 in partnership with Politics and Prose.
The chef and content creator known for recreating dishes from famous TV shows and movies shares over 100 easy-to-follow recipes meant for anyone looking to elevate their cooking skills in Basics with Babish: Recipes for Screwing Up, Trying Again, and Hitting It Out of the Park. In conversation with Olga Massov, editor with The Washington Post Food section and cookbook author.
This program was held on October 28, 2023.
The World Central Kitchen Cookbook: Feeding Humanity, Feeding Hope is a collection of recipes inspired by the many places around the world the organization has cooked following disasters, as well as inspiring narratives from the chefs and volunteers on the front lines.
This program was held on October 1, 2023.
Building on the success of their Webby award–winning hit podcast “The History of Sketch Comedy,” the creative powerhouse team of Elle Key and Keegan-Michael Key present an inventive and informative examination of comedy through the ages in The History of Sketch Comedy: A Journey Through the Art and Craft of Humor. In conversation with Helena Andrews-Dyer, award-winning culture reporter for The Washington Post and author of Bitch is the New Black and The Mamas: What I Learned About Kids, Class, and Race From Moms Not Like Me.
This program was held on October 4, 2023.
In More is More: Get Loose in the Kitchen, the recipe developer and video host teaches cooks how to embrace more risk-taking, better intuition, fewer exact measurements, and a “don’t stop ‘til it tastes delicious” mentality. In conversation with Carla Lalli Music, the host of “Carla’s Cooking Show” and the New York Times bestselling author of That Sounds So Good and the James Beard Award-winning cookbook, Where Cooking Begins, and Andy Baraghani, a media personality and the New York Times bestselling and James Beard Award-winning author of The Cook You Want to Be.
In XOXO, Cody: An Opinionated Homosexual’s Guide to Self-Love, Relationships, and Tactful Pettiness, the Peloton instructor chronicles his journey from growing up gay and poor in small-town North Carolina to becoming a fitness icon in New York City in an empowering story that reveals his secret to success: not taking yourself—or life—too seriously. In conversation with Andrew Chappelle, a queer, Black, and indigenous creator whose credits include the Emmy-nominated Starz! series “Blindspotting” and the original off-Broadway company of Hamilton.
In her audacious memoir, Leslie F*cking Jones, the comedian and former “SNL” cast member opens up for the first time about how she faltered and triumphed on the road to success and, in doing so, encourages others to let go of the fear and self-doubt that holds them back. In conversation with Tiffany Cross, a journalist who has reported for MSNBC, BET, and CNN.
This program was held on September 20, 2023.
The author of Sababa returns with Shabbat: Recipes and Rituals from My Table to Yours. Woven throughout recipes like fig and pomegranate brisket and bubbe’s extra-crispy potato kugel is a rich portrait of Shabbat in Israel, taking us inside the kitchens of local cooks who have shared their most beloved recipes. In conversation with Michael Twitty, a culinary historian and author of the James Beard Award-winning book, The Cooking Gene, and the 2023 National Jewish Book Council Award winner for Book of the Year, Koshersoul.
At Shabbat services on October 13, instead of offering a single message, Rabbi Aaron offered an inclusive sermon about people’s diverse reactions to the terrorist attack on Israel, and what continues to unfold in Israel and Gaza. Rabbi Aaron addresses 11 different perspectives, including those who have lost loved ones, those who aren’t Jewish and want to know how to support their Jewish friends, and those who say that now is not the time for nuance.
Listen to Rabbi Nora Feinstein's 5784 Kol Nidre sermon asking, what kind of ancestor do you want to be?
Listen to Rabbi Aaron Potek's 5784 Yom Kippur sermon on patience from September 25, 2023.
Listen to Rabbi Aaron Potek's sermon from September 24, 2023 on learning to embrace change.
Listen to Rabbi Aaron Potek's 5784 Rosh Hashanah sermon from Saturday, September 16, 2023 on returning lost objects and teshuvah.
Listen to Rabbi Nora Feinstein's 5784 Rosh Hashanah sermon from Saturday, September 16, 2023 on experiencing awe.
Listen to Rabbi Aaron Potek's 5784 Erev Rosh Hashanah sermon from Friday, September 15, 2023 on identity and what it means to choose Judaism.
In Baking Yesteryear, a baking blast from the past, the TikTok star shares 101 expertly curated recipes that highlight the most unique tasty treats of yesteryear. In conversation with Dave Jorgenson, a senior video reporter leading the Washington Post TikTok Team and the author of Make a TikTok Every Day.
This program was held on July 24, 2023.
Following his instant New York Times bestsellers The Hellfire Club and The Devil May Dance, the CNN anchor’s heart-pounding new thriller All the Demons Are Here takes us back to the 1970s with two unforgettable characters encountering many of the real-life figures and events that defined one of the wildest and most dangerous decades in American history. In conversation with Kristen Welker, NBC News Chief White House Correspondent and Co-Anchor of “Weekend TODAY.”
This program was held in partnership with Politics and Prose on July 13, 2023.
Look for Me There chronicles the Emmy-winning journalist’s years-long journey of finding his place in the world in the face of crushing expectations, reexamining his relationship with his parents, and finally grieving his larger-than-life father, news legend Tim Russert, who died too young. In conversation with Andrea Mitchell, NBC News Chief Washington Correspondent and Chief Foreign Affairs Correspondent and anchor of Andrea Mitchell Reports.
This program was held on June 17, 2023.
In the year since the landmark Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization Supreme Court decision overturned Roe v. Wade (1973) and Planned Parenthood v. Casey (1992)—ending the Constitutional right to an abortion—20 states have enacted outright bans or severe limitations on abortion.
In conversation with Rabbi Nora Feinstein, faith leaders and activists share how faith communities can lean on each other in partnership in the fight for reproductive rights and what people of faith can do to build resilience and maintain hope. The panel includes Rev. Rob Keithan from All Souls Church Unitarian, Jamie L. Manson from Catholics for Choice, and Dora Muhammad from the AWARE Project.
This event was held on June 26, 2023 in partnership with National Council of Jewish Women.
The trailblazing political leader, voting rights advocate, attorney, entrepreneur, and bestselling author offers a follow-up to her #1 New York Times bestseller with Rogue Justice—an intricately plotted thriller in which a blackmailed federal judge, a secret court, and a brazen murder may lead to an unprecedented national crisis. In conversation with Tiffany Cross, a journalist who has reported for MSNBC, BET, and CNN.
This program was held on May 23, 2023 in partnership with Politics and Prose.
In I Have Something to Tell You (for Young Adults), Buttigieg writes about his experience coming out and how he’s healed from the painful responses and isolation; his journey to finding acceptance and self-love; and how to pass the torch and support younger generations who feel isolated or unworthy of love. In conversation with R. Eric Thomas, a television writer, playwright, and the bestselling author of Here For It, or How to Save Your Soul in America.
This program was held on May 16, 2023 in partnership with Politics and Prose.
In The Daddy Diaries, the third installment of Andy Cohen’s New York Times bestselling Diaries series, the executive producer takes on the most important job of his life–father–and boy (and girl!) does he have a lot to say about it. In conversation with Jen Psaki, the host of “Inside with Jen Psaki” on MSNBC and former White House Press Secretary for President Biden.
This program was held with May 11, 2023.
In the #1 New York Times bestseller Lessons in Chemistry, which became an international success since its release over a year ago, chemist Elizabeth Zott’s career takes a detour when she finds herself as the reluctant star of America's most beloved cooking show. In conversation with Dr. Carla Hayden, the Librarian of Congress. Dr. Hayden was nominated to the position by President Obama and is the first woman and the first African American to lead the library.
This program was held on May 10, 2023 in partnership with Politics and Prose. Download a transcript of the talk.
In celebration of the 10th anniversary of You Are a Badass, the #1 New York Times bestselling author shares from her timeless and beloved how-to-guide that has transformed lives and inspired a movement.
This program was held on May 1, 2023.
In Soul Boom, "The Office" star and SoulPancake cofounder explores the possibility for a spiritual revolution to find a healing transformation on both a personal and global level. In conversation with Rabbi Aaron Potek, the Senior Rabbi and Executive Director of Jewish Life at Sixth & I.
This program was held on April 29, 2023.
In I Swear: Politics Is Messier Than My Minivan, the California representative shares what it’s really like to serve in Congress and exposes the gaps between politicians’ press conferences and real people’s lives. In conversation with Molly Ball, TIME magazine’s National Political Correspondent and author of the New York Times bestseller, Pelosi.
This program was held on April 19, 2023 in partnership with Politics and Prose.
In Romantic Comedy, a comedy writer thinks she’s sworn off love until a dreamy pop star flips the script on all her assumptions in this hilarious and observant novel from the New York Times bestselling author of Rodham and Prep. In conversation with Martine Powers, the senior host of “Post Reports,” The Washington Post‘s flagship daily news podcast.
This program was held on April 13, 2023 in partnership with Post Reports and Politics and Prose.
In Sweet Enough, the New York Times bestselling author of Nothing Fancy offers over 85 rustic and simple yet sublime sweets designed for people who think they don’t have the time or skill to pull off dessert. In conversation with Abby Phillip, CNN’s senior political correspondent and anchor of “Inside Politics Sunday.”
This program was held on March 30, 2023.
The beloved host of “All Things Considered” is known for his adventurous spirit and insatiable curiosity, which has served him well whether he’s traveling on Air Force One with President Obama, navigating war-torn countries, or following community leaders fighting for social justice. His new memoir, The Best Strangers in the World, details all of this and more in captivating essays and is a true love letter to journalism. In conversation with Audie Cornish, an anchor and correspondent for CNN and host of the CNN Audio podcast, “The Assignment.”
This program was held on March 27, 2023 in partnership with Politics and Prose.
In celebration of the paperback release of Heartbreak: A Personal and Scientific Journey, journalist Florence Williams speaks with Rabbi Nora Feinstein about her findings from the cutting-edge science of heartbreak as well as personal strategies to heal from a broken heart.
This program was held on February 16, 2023.
Exploring power dynamics, presenting new research, and unearthing the sexism at the center of birth control, Gabrielle Blair’s Ejaculate Responsibly offers a case for rectifying misplaced accountability on women’s bodies and a call for men to become active participants when it comes to preventing unwanted pregnancies. In conversation with Charlotte Clymer, a writer, communications consultant, and LGBTQ activist.
This program was held on March 2, 2023 in partnership with Politics and Prose.
MSNBC anchor and attorney Ari Melber presents his analysis of Congress’s historic January 6 Report and the wider coup conspiracy to overthrow the 2020 election, expounding on the foreword he wrote for the Harper Collins edition of the Jan. 6 Report, now a #1 New York Times bestseller. In conversation with John P. Flannery, a former federal prosecutor and regular guest commentator on TV and radio.
This program was held on January 26, 2023 in partnership with Politics and Prose.
From the bestselling cookbook author and one of the internet’s most successful food bloggers, Smitten Kitchen Keepers: New Classics for Your Forever Files is a collection of essential recipes for meals you’ll want to prepare again and again. In conversation with Eun Yang, the Emmy Award-winning anchor of News4 Today, the #1 rated morning news show in Washington.
This program was held on December 2, 2022.
In What’s For Dessert: Simple Recipes for Dessert People, the New York Times bestselling author of Dessert Person returns with 100 recipes for all dessert people—whether you’re into flambés, soufflés, or simple loaf cakes. In conversation with Joe Yonan, the food and dining editor of The Washington Post and author of Cool Beans, Eat Your Vegetables, and Serve Yourself.
This program was held on November 9, 2022.
In And There Was Light, the #1 New York Times bestselling author chronicles the life of Abraham Lincoln, charting how—and why—he confronted secession, threats to democracy, and the tragedy of slavery to expand the possibilities of America. In conversation with Clint Smith, a staff writer at The Atlantic and the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller How the Word is Passed.
This program was held on October 27, 2022 in partnership with Politics and Prose.
In Somebody Feed Phil the Book, Phil Rosenthal presents more than sixty of viewers’ most requested recipes from acclaimed international chefs and local legends alike and shares never-before-heard stories from every episode of the first four seasons of the series. In conversation with Joe Yonan, the food and dining editor of The Washington Post and author of Cool Beans, Eat Your Vegetables, and Serve Yourself.
This program was held on October 20 at 7:00 pm.
In On Repentance and Repair: Making Amends in an Unapologetic World, Rabbi Danya Ruttenberg offers a crucial new perspective to navigating conflict, applying an ancient framework to the country’s most painful contemporary issues—from systemic racism and the legacy of enslavement to the #MeToo movement and Native American land rights—as well as personal transgressions. In conversation with Soraya Chemaly, a journalist, activist, and author of Rage Becomes Her.
This program was held on September 21, 2022 in partnership with the National Council of Jewish Women.
Please note this conversation includes discussion of miscarriage and may not be suitable for all listeners.
In All Things Aside: Absolutely Correct Opinions, the award-winning comedian, actor, writer, and producer shares a collection of hilarious and insightful essays about the exasperating issues of everyday life. In conversation with Leila Fadel, a host of NPR’s “Morning Edition” as well as NPR’s morning news podcast “Up First.”
This program was held on October 12, 2022.
From the winner of the 2021 Nobel Prize in Literature comes Afterlives, a sweeping, multi-generational saga of displacement, loss, and love, set against the brutal colonization of East Africa and illuminating a legacy of dislocation that is still with us today. In conversation with Tope Folarin, the Executive Director of the Institute for Policy Studies, the Lannan Visiting Lecturer in Creative Writing at Georgetown University, and the author of the novel A Particular Kind of Black Man.
This program was held on September 13, 2022 in partnership with Politics and Prose.
For the answers to the rest of the weirdest questions you never thought to ask, the New York Times bestselling author is back with What If? 2: Additional Serious Scientific Answers to Absurd Hypothetical Questions. In conversation with Derek Thompson, a staff writer at The Atlantic, where he writes the “Work in Progress” newsletter, host of the weekly news podcast “Plain English,” and author of Hit Makers.
This program was held on September 14, 2022.
Listen to Rabbi Nora Feinstein's 5783 Yom Kippur sermon, delivered on October 5, 2022.
Listen to Rabbi Nora Feinstein’s 5783 Kol Nidre sermon, delivered on October 4, 2022.
Listen to Rabbi Aaron Potek's 5783 Kol Nidre sermon, delivered on October 4, 2022.
Relive Rabbi Aaron Potek's Rosh Hashanah sermon, delivered on September 26, 2022.
Relive Rabbi Aaron Nora Feinstein's Rosh Hashanah sermon, delivered on September 26, 2022.
Relive Rabbi Aaron Potek's Erev Rosh Hashanah sermon, delivered on September 25, 2022.
From Mohsin Hamid, the New York Times bestselling author of Exit West, comes The Last White Man, which follows the events set in motion when a man named Anders wakes up one day to find that his skin has suddenly turned dark, raising provocative questions about race, identity, and tribalism in a radically changing world. In conversation with Wajahat Ali, a columnist for The Daily Beast, host of the podcast “Democracy-ish,” and author of Go Back to Where You Came From.
This program was held on August 4, 2022 in partnership with Politics and Prose.
In How to Not Die Alone, Logan Ury draws on years of research to reveal what’s really holding you back in dating, offering a data-driven, step-by-step guide to help you get closer to the relationship of your dreams. In conversation with Sixth & I’s Rabbi Aaron Potek, Senior Rabbi and Executive Director of Jewish Life.
This program was held on July 26, 2022.
In the New York Times bestseller This Is Your Mind on Plants—now out in paperback—Michael Pollan radically challenges the way we think about all drugs, from psychedelics to tea and coffee, and explores the powerful human attraction to psychoactive plants and their equally powerful taboos. In conversation with Ari Shapiro, a host of NPR’s “All Things Considered.”
This program was held on July 21, 2022 in partnership with Politics and Prose.
Daniel Silva, the prolific #1 New York Times bestselling spy novelist, continues his long-running thriller series starring spy and art restorer Gabriel Allon with Portrait of an Unknown Woman, a spellbinding account of a high-stakes search for the greatest art forger who ever lived. In conversation with Wolf Blitzer, the anchor of “The Situation Room” on CNN.
This program was held on July 19, 2022 in partnership with Politics and Prose.
Ottessa Moshfegh, the New York Times bestselling author of My Year of Rest and Relaxation, returns with a spellbinding novel that represents her most exciting leap yet. In Lapvona, a motherless shepherd boy in a village in a medieval fiefdom buffeted by natural disasters finds himself the unlikely pivot of a power struggle that puts all manner of faith to a savage test. In conversation with Barrie Hardymon, the Senior Editor at NPR’s Weekend Edition and the lead editor for books.
This program was held on June 23, 2022 in partnership with Politics and Prose.
In Rough Draft, Katy Tur charts her path from local reporter to globe-trotting foreign correspondent and writes about her eccentric and volatile California childhood—all seen from a thousand feet in the air with her pioneering helicopter journalist parents. In conversation with Jake Sherman, founder of Punchbowl News and co-author of the New York Times bestseller, The Hill to Die On: The Battle for Congress and the Future of Trump’s America.
This program was held virtually on June 22, 2022.
From Pulitzer Prize-winning Atlantic science writer and New York Times bestselling author Ed Yong comes An Immense World, presenting a grand tour through the hidden realms of animal senses—aggregated through the eyes, ears, whiskers, and noses of animals—that will transform the way you perceive the world. In conversation with Clint Smith, a staff writer at The Atlantic and the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller How the Word Is Passed.
This program was held on June 21, 2022 in partnership with The Atlantic.
Linda Holmes, the New York Times bestselling author of Evvie Drake Starts Over and host of NPR’s “Pop Culture Happy Hour,” returns with Flying Solo, a novel about growing up, coming home, and learning to make a life for yourself on your own terms. In conversation with Ari Shapiro, a host of NPR’s “All Things Considered.”
This program was held virtually on June 14, 2022 in partnership with Politics and Prose.
In Our Unfinished March: The Violent Past and Imperiled Future of the Vote—A History, a Crisis, a Plan, Eric Holder, a former U.S. Attorney General, civil rights leader, and chairman of the National Democratic Redistricting Committee, presents a chronicle of the brutal, bloody, and at times hopeful history of the vote; a frontlines account of how opponents are fighting to take it away; and a powerful playbook for how we can save our democracy before it’s too late. In conversation with Michele Norris, an Emmy and Peabody Award-winning journalist, Washington Post Opinion columnist, former host of NPR’s “All Things Considered,” founding director of The Race Card Project, and author of The Grace of Silence.
This program was held on June 9, 2022 in partnership with Politics and Prose.
In Battling The Big Lie, "Pod Save America" co-host Dan Pfeiffer dissects how the right wing built a billionaire-funded disinformation machine powerful enough to nearly steal the 2020 election. Pfeiffer and former White House press secretary Jen Psaki lay out how the right-wing media apparatus works and what can be done to fight back against disinformation.
This program was held on June 8, 2022 in partnership with Politics and Prose.
In Translating Myself and Others, Jhumpa Lahiri reflects on her emerging identity as a translator and bilingual writer in a collection of candid and disarmingly personal essays. In conversation with Nicoletta Pireddu, a professor of Italian and Comparative Literature at Georgetown University, the Inaugural Director of the Georgetown Humanities Initiative, and the director of Georgetown’s Global and Comparative Literature Program.
This program was held on May 26, 2022 in partnership with Politics and Prose.
In The Modern Loss Handbook: An Interactive Guide to Moving Through Grief and Building Your Resilience, Rebecca Soffer offers candid, practical, and witty advice for confronting a future without your person, honoring their memory, dealing with trigger days, managing your professional life, and navigating new and existing relationships. In conversation with Hanna Rosin, the editorial director for audio at New York Magazine, former co-host of NPR’s “Invisibilia,” and the author of The End of Men.
This program was held on June 1, 2022.
In his first cookbook, My America: Recipes from a Young Black Chef, Kwame Onwuachi, the acclaimed author of Notes from a Young Black Chef shares over 125 dishes showcasing the true diversity of American food. In conversation with Nina Oduro, a co-founder at Dine Diaspora, an agency that connects people and brands to African food culture.
This program was held on May 17, 2022.
From Jonathan Van Ness, the New York Times bestselling author of Over the Top and grooming expert on Netflix’s “Queer Eye,” comes the candid and curious essay collection, Love That Story: Observations from a Gorgeously Queer Life. In conversation with Chasten Buttigieg, the New York Times bestselling author of I Have Something to Tell You.
This program was held on April 11, 2022. Please be advised that the audience Q&A portion of this conversation contains a question about eating disorders at the 1 hour 6 minute mark.
Emily St. John Mandel, the bestselling author of Station Eleven and The Glass Hotel, returns with Sea of Tranquility, a novel of art, time, love, and plague spanning centuries and space from Vancouver Island in 1912 to a dark colony on the moon five hundred years later. In conversation with with Maureen Corrigan, book critic for NPR’s Fresh Air, reviewer and columnist for the Washington Post’s Book World, and author of the memoir, Leave Me Alone, I’m Reading!
This program was held on April 5, 2022 in partnership with Politics and Prose.
From Ocean Vuong, the author of the New York Times bestselling novel On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous and critically-acclaimed poetry collection Night Sky With Exit Wounds, comes Time Is a Mother, a deeply intimate poetry collection that finds Vuong searching for life among the aftershocks of his mother’s death. In conversation with Kat Chow, a reporter, writer, and author of the New York Times Notable Book of 2021, Seeing Ghosts: A Memoir. Chow was a founding member of NPR’s Code Switch team and podcast.
This program was held on April 7 in partnership with Politics and Prose.
In Half Baked Harvest Every Day: Recipes for Balanced, Flexible, Feel-Good Meals, New York Times bestselling author Tieghan Gerard delivers more than 120 all-new, soul-satisfying recipes. In conversation with Joe Yonan, the food and dining editor of The Washington Post and author of Cool Beans, Eat Your Vegetables, and Serve Yourself.
This program was held on March 30, 2022.
In Why Design Matters: Conversations with the World’s Most Creative People, Debbie Millman showcases her most exciting interviews from her award-winning podcast "Design Matters," bringing together insights and reflections from today’s leading creative minds from across diverse fields in an illustrated, curated anthology. In conversation with Roxane Gay, the bestselling author of Hunger, Bad Feminist, and Difficult Women, among others, and a contributing Opinion writer for the New York Times.
In It Could Happen Here, Jonathan Greenblatt sounds an alarm, warning that antisemitism, racism, and other insidious forms of intolerance are gathering momentum in the U.S., and violence on an even larger, more catastrophic scale could be just around the corner if we don’t act now. In conversation with Jodi Rudoren, the editor-in-chief of the Forward.
This program was held virtually in partnership with the Forward on February 7, 2022.
In The Power of Regret: How Looking Backward Moves Us Forward, Dan Pink, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Drive and To Sell is Human, draws on research to reveal the transformative power of our most misunderstood emotion and shares how regret can help us make smarter decisions, perform better at work and school, and deepen our sense of meaning and purpose. In conversation with Derek Thompson, a staff writer at The Atlantic, where he write the “Work in Progress” newsletter, host of the weekly news podcast “Plain English,” and author of Hit Makers: How to Succeed in an Age of Distraction.
This program was held on February 1, 2022.
Please be advised that the audience Q&A portion of this conversation contains a question about sexual abuse (at the 59 minute mark) that may be upsetting to some listeners.
Journalist Wajahat Ali draws upon his experiences as a Muslim in America to offer lessons and strategies to help cultivate a more compassionate America in Go Back to Where You Came From. In a conversation moderated by Jenn White, host of “1A” from WAMU and NPR, Ali and Spencer Ackerman, author of Reign of Terror, speak about how the 9/11 era continues to shape today’s political and societal landscapes, and how millennial activists are pushing back against a rising tide of xenophobia.
This program was held virtually in partnership with Politics and Prose on January 22, 2022.
From Hanya Yanagihara, the author of A Little Life, comes To Paradise, a bold, brilliant novel spanning three centuries and three different versions of the American experiment, about lovers, family, loss and the elusive promise of utopia. In conversation with Barrie Hardymon, the Senior Editor at NPR’s Weekend Edition and the lead editor for books.
This program was held on January 10, 2022 in partnership with Politics and Prose.
From Emily Ratajkowski, the model, actress, entrepreneur, activist, and author, comes My Body, a profoundly personal exploration of feminism, sexuality, and power. In conversation with Hanna Rosin, the editorial director for audio at New York Magazine, former co-host of NPR’s “Invisibilia,” and the author of The End of Men.
This program was held on November 16, 2021.
Andy Cohen has made a career, and a life, out of making the ordinary extraordinary. In Glitter Every Day, the “Watch What Happens Live” host and “The Real Housewives” executive producer shares 365 sayings and quotes from the icons, thought leaders, Real Housewives, and legendary celebs that fuel his fun, offering words of daily inspiration to make any ordinary day shine bright. In conversation with Elahe Izadi, a staff writer for The Washington Post, where for several years she covered pop culture and comedy and currently writes about the news media industry.
This program was held on November 6, 2021.
In Can We Talk About Israel? A Guide for the Curious, Confused, and Conflicted, New Israel Fund CEO Daniel Sokatch meets the emotional landmines of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict head-on and answers seemingly off-the-table questions with nuanced perspective and understanding. In conversation with Jodi Rudoren, the editor-in-chief of the Forward.
This program was held virtually with the Forward on November 8, 2021.
From the two-time Tony Award-winner and star of “Younger” comes Hooked: How Crafting Saved My Life, funny and intimate stories about how crafting has kept Sutton Foster sane while navigating the highs and lows of family, love, and show business (and how it can help you, too). In conversation with Linda Holmes, the host of NPR’s “Pop Culture Happy Hour.”
This program was held on October 14, 2021.
In That Sounds So Good: 100 Real-Life Recipes for Every Day of the Week, James Beard Award-winning author Carla Lalli Music organizes recipes by occasions we all experience: weeknight chapters offer quick stovetop suppers, one-pot meals, and dinner salads; while weekend chapters feature lazy lunches, simmering stews, and long roasts. In conversation with Hetty McKinnon, bestselling cookbook author and regular recipe contributor to New York Times Cooking, Bon Appetit, Epicurious, and more.
This program was held virtually on October 28, 2021.
In Sorry Not Sorry, actor, producer, and political activist Alyssa Milano offers an unvarnished, funny, and heartbreaking collection of personal essays about her life and career, the humanitarianism that has become central to her story, and reflections that engage deeply with this moment of global upheaval. In conversation with E. J. Dionne Jr., a professor at Georgetown University’s McCourt School of Public Policy, a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution, a columnist for the Washington Post, and a visiting professor at Harvard University.
This program was held virtually on October 27, 2021.
From Phoebe Robinson, an author, comedian, actress, and producer, comes Please Don’t Sit On My Bed in Your Outside Clothes, an insightful, timely, and hilarious collection of essays that will hit you in the heart, inspire a little bit of rage, and maybe a lot of action. In conversation with Jasmine Mans, the resident poet at the Newark Public Library and author of the poetry collections Black Girl, Call Home and Chalk Outlines of Snow Angels.
This program was held on October 2, 2021.
In No Cure for Being Human: (And Other Truths I Need to Hear,) Duke Divinity School professor Kate Bowler grapples with her cancer diagnosis, her ambition, and her faith and searches for some semblance of peace with her limitations in a culture that says that anything is possible. In conversation with David Brooks, an Op-Ed columnist for the New York Times and bestselling author of The Road to Character, The Social Animal, and Bobos in Paradise.
This program was held on September 29, 2021.
Listen to Rabbi Nora Feinstein's 5782 Yom Kippur sermon delivered on September 16, 2021.
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Listen to Rabbi Nora Feinstein's Erev Rosh Hashanah sermon delivered on September 6, 2021.
Listen to Rabbi Aaron Potek's Rosh Hashanah sermon delivered on September 7, 2021.
In I Alone Can Fix It, Pulitzer-Prize winning reporters Carol Leonnig and Philip Ricker reveal the Trump presidency’s final year in unprecedented, stunning detail. Focused on Trump and the key players around him, Rucker and Leonnig provide a forensic account of the most devastating year in a presidency like no other. In conversation with Nicolle Wallace, the anchor of MSNBC’s “Deadline: White House,” and the former White House Communications Director under President George W. Bush.
This program was held on July 21, 2021.
In Live Your Life: My Story of Loving and Losing Nick Cordero, Amanda Kloots—a host for CBS’s “The Talk” and a celebrity fitness trainer—reflects on life with her husband, a Broadway star and Tony-nominee whose public battle with Covid-19 and tragic death made headlines around the world. In conversation with Zach Braff, an actor, director, producer, screenwriter, and podcast host who starred in the musical adaptation of “Bullets Over Broadway” with Cordero.
This program was held on June 14, 2021.
In a conversation for Juneteenth, contributors to The Atlantic’s “Inheritance” project about American history, Black life, and the resilience of memory share reflections on their writing to surface Black history that has been intentionally obscured, and shake our national memory.
This program was held on June 16, 2021.
In The Bomber Mafia: A Dream, A Temptation, and The Longest Night of the Second World War, five-time New York Times bestselling author Malcolm Gladwell delves deep into questions of how technology and best intentions collide in the heat of war. In conversation with Dan Pink, the author of six books about business and human behavior including the #1 New York Times bestsellers Drive and To Sell Is Human.
This program was held on April 29, 2021.
In her bestselling debut cookbook, The Pepper Thai Cookbook: Family Recipes From Everyone’s Favorite Thai Mom, Pepper Teigen offers 80 stir-fried, saucy, sweet and tangy Thai-style recipes and shares stories from her life, from the early days of adjusting to living in the U.S. to what it’s like to live with America’s favorite food family. In conversation with Priya Krishna, a food reporter at The New York Times and bestselling author of the cookbook Indian-ish.
This program was held on May 13, 2021.
In The Wreckage of My Presence, Casey Wilson, the actor and co-host of the hit podcast “Bitch Sesh,” shares her thoughts on modern-day womanhood and motherhood and argues that lowbrow pop culture is the perfect lens through which to examine human nature. In conversation with “Happy Endings“ co-star and actor, writer, and comedian Adam Pally.
This program was held on May 6, 2021.
In Let’s Talk About Hard Things, Anna Sale, the host of WNYC’s award-winning podcast “Death, Sex, & Money,” employs the best of what she’s learned from her podcast to share why having tough conversations is important and how to have them in a thoughtful and generous way. In conversation with Nadia Bolz-Weber, an ordained Lutheran Pastor, founder of House for All Sinners & Saints, the creator and host of “The Confessional” podcast, and three-time New York Times bestselling author including most recently, Shameless: A Sexual Reformation.
This program was held on May 4, 2021.
In Man Enough: Undefining My Masculinity, actor and director Justin Baldoni digs deep within himself and the scripts he’s learned since childhood to tackle difficult topics including strength and vulnerability, relationships and marriage, body image, sex and sexuality, racial justice, gender equality, and fatherhood. In conversation with his wife Emily Baldoni, an actress and the co-founder of Amma.
This program was held on April 28, 2021.
The biracial daughter of an American father and a Thai-Chinese mother, Sen. Duckworth faced discrimination, poverty, and the horrors of war—all before the age of 16. She joined the Army as one of a few female helicopter pilots at the start of Operation Iraqi Freedom, serving eight months before an attack that nearly took her life. From childhood to public service to motherhood, Every Day is a Gift shares the amazingly resilient stories from an incomparable life. In conversation with Weijia Jiang, the Senior White House Correspondent for CBS News.
This program was held on April 1, 2021.
In Eat Better, Feel Better: My Recipes for Wellness and Healing, Inside and Out, Emmy award-winning television personality Giada de Laurentiis walks you through how to select food that can actually make you feel better and how to curate a personalized wellness routine to support a healthy mind, body, and spirit. In conversation with Alex Guarnaschelli, the executive chef at Butter in New York City, and a frequent judge on the Food Network’s Chopped.
This program was held on March 18, 2021.
From Mari Andrew, the writer and artist with over 1 million Instagram followers, comes My Inner Sky: On Embracing Day, Night, and All the Times in Between, a collection of essays and illustrations that parallel the phases of the sky—twilight, golden hour, night, and dawn—with all of the moments, be they small, momentous, heartbreaking, anxiety inducing, or healing, that life brings our way. In conversation with Mary Laura Philpott, the author of the nationally bestselling memoir-in-essays I Miss You When I Blink, one of NPR’s Favorite Books of 2019.
This program was held on March 8, 2021.
In Jew-ish: Reinvented Recipes from a Modern Mensch, self-described “nice Jewish Boy” Jake Cohen reinvents the food of his Ashkenazi heritage and draws inspiration from his husband’s Persian-Iraqi traditions to offer fresh takes for a whole new generation of eaters. In conversation with Pati Jinich, a Mexican chef, author, and host of PBS’s three-time James Beard award-winning and Emmy nominated series, Pati’s Mexican Table.
This program was held on March 9, 2021.
As Washington, DC’s decades-long push for statehood heats up, Mikaela Lefrak, host of the "51st" podcast, moderates a conversation about how the statehood movement intersects with the civil rights movement; why statehood could and should matter to people outside the District; and whether a statehood bill actually has a chance at success. Panelists include George Derek Musgrove, a history professor and co-author of Chocolate City: A History of Race and Democracy in the Nation’s Capital, Robinson Woodward-Burns, an assistant professor of political science at Howard University, and Stasha Rhodes, Campaign Director for 51 for 51, a coalition of groups advocating for DC statehood.
This program was held in partnership with WAMU on March 17, 2021.
In Simply Julia: 110 Easy Recipes for Healthy Comfort Food, bestselling cookbook author Julia Turshen shares a healthier take on the simple, satisfying comfort food for which she’s known, plus menu suggestions, adaptations for dietary needs, and personal essays. In conversation with Antoni Porowski, the food and wine expert on “Queer Eye,” Netflix’s Emmy Award-winning series, and New York Times bestselling author of Antoni in the Kitchen.
This program was held on March 4, 2021.
In this urgent, authoritative book, How to Avoid a Climate Disaster, Bill Gates sets out a wide-ranging, practical—and accessible—plan for how the world can get to zero greenhouse gas emissions in time to avoid a climate catastrophe. In conversation with Rashida Jones, an actor, writer, producer and director.
This program was held on February 17, 2021.
In Useful Delusions: The Power and Paradox of the Self-Deceiving Brain, Shankar Vedantam, the host of the “Hidden Brain” podcast, argues that, paradoxically, deceiving ourselves and others can play a vital role in human success and well-being. In conversation with David Greene, an award-winning journalist, New York Times bestselling author of Midnight in Siberia, and former host of Morning Edition and Up First on NPR.
This program was held on March 2, 2021.
In The Devil You Know: A Black Power Manifesto, Charles Blow, Op-Ed columnist for The New York Times, delivers a resounding call to action for Black Americans to amass political power and fight white supremacy. In conversation with Laura Barrón-López, a White House correspondent for POLITICO and a political analyst for CNN.
This program was held on January 27, 2021.
In celebration of the paperback release of her New York Times bestselling book You Were Born for This: Astrology for Radical Self-Acceptance, Chani Nicholas shows how your birth chart reveals your unique talents, challenges, and opportunities. In conversation with Fatimah Asghar, a poet, filmmaker, educator, performer, and the writer and co-creator of the Emmy-nominated web series “Brown Girls.”
This program was held on February 9, 2021.
Walk in My Combat Boots: True Stories from America’s Bravest Warriors is a powerful collection of never-before-told war stories crafted from hundreds of original interviews with soldiers, sailors, airmen, and Marines by James Patterson, the world’s bestselling author, and First Sergeant U.S. Army (Ret.) Matt Eversmann, part of the Ranger unit involved in the infamous Battle of Mogadishu portrayed in the movie Black Hawk Down. In conversation with Admiral (Ret.) William H. McRaven, who served for thirty-seven years as a Navy SEAL. As as a Four-Star Admiral, his final assignment was as Commander of all U.S. Special Operations Forces.
In Badass Habits: Cultivate the Awareness, Boundaries, and Daily Upgrades You Need to Make Them Stick, the New York Times bestselling author Jen Sincero offers an accessible and simple 21-step process for building the habits you want and dethroning the ones you don’t.
This program was held on January 12, 2021.
With Keep Sharp: Build a Better Brain at Any Age, neurosurgeon and CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta shares the best-kept secrets of experts around the world for maintaining your mind, holding on to memories, building resiliency against disease, and continually boosting a robust brain, regardless of age. In conversation with Joshua Foer, a journalist and entrepreneur, bestselling author, co-founder of Atlas Obscura, and former U.S. Memory Champion.
This program was held on January 6, 2021.
Curated by writer Kimberly Drew and “Still Processing” podcast host Jenna Wortham, Black Futures features art, photos, essays, memes, dialogues, recipes, and poetry from over 100 Black contributors in response to the question: what does it mean to be Black and alive right now? In conversation with Camonghne Felix, the vice president of strategic communications for Blue State, former director of surrogates and strategic communications for Elizabeth Warren’s 2020 presidential campaign, and author of the poetry collection Build Yourself a Boat.
This program was held on December 3, 2020.
In Long Time Coming: Reckoning with Race in America, professor and bestselling author Michael Eric Dyson traces the genealogy of anti-blackness from the slave ship to the street corner where George Floyd lost his life―and where America gained its will to confront the ugly truth of systemic racism. Ending with a poignant plea for hope, Dyson’s book points the way to social redemption. In conversation with Donna Brazile, a veteran political strategist, adjunct professor, and bestselling author. Brazile twice served as the Chair of the Democratic National Committee and is currently a FOX News contributor.
This program was held on December 1, 2020.
In I Want to be Where the Normal People Are, comedian and “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend” star Rachel Bloom shares a hilarious collection of personal essays and poems exploring insecurity, fame, anxiety, female friendships, and more. In conversation with Yael Grobglas, an actress best known for her role as Petra Solano on “Jane the Virgin.”
This program was held on November 18, 2020.
With Natalie Portman’s Fables, Natalie Portman, the Academy Award-winning actress, director, producer, and activist, retells three classic fables and imbues them with empathy, inclusivity, and humor. In conversation with Eva Longoria, an actress, producer, director, activist, philanthropist, and designer.
This program was held on October 20, 2020.
In her first cookbook, Dessert Person, Claire Saffitz shares her signature spin on more than 100 sweet and savory recipes. She outlines the problems and solutions for each recipe, as well as practical do’s and don’ts, skill level, prep and bake time, and foundational know-how. In conversation with David Tamarkin, digital director of Epicurious, creator of COOK90, and author of COOK90: The 30-Day Plan for Faster, Healthier, Happier Meals.
This program was held on October 22, 2020.
American Crisis: Leadership Lessons from the COVID-19 Pandemic, presents the intimate and inspiring thoughts of Governor Andrew Cuomo at an unprecedented historical moment and a game plan for what we as individuals—and as a nation—need to do to protect ourselves against this disaster and those to come. In conversation with Andy Cohen, an Emmy Award-winning host and producer and New York Times bestselling author of books including Superficial and The Andy Cohen Diaries.
This program was held on October 15, 2020.
In The 99% Invisible City: A Field Guide to the Hidden World of Everyday Design, host Roman Mars and producer Kurt Kohlstedt of the “99% Invisible” podcast explore the fascinating stories behind the various elements that make our cities work. In conversation with Kristen Meinzer, a culture critic, podcast host, and author. Her hosting credits include “By The Book,” “Movie Therapy with Rafer & Kristen,” “Innovation Uncovered,” and “When Meghan Met Harry.”
This program was held on October 7, 2020.
In How I Built This: The Unexpected Paths to Success from the World’s Most Inspiring Entrepreneurs, Guy Raz—host of the NPR podcast “How I Built This”—offers insights and inspiration from the world’s top entrepreneurs on how to start, launch, and build a successful venture. In conversation with Sam Sanders, a correspondent and host of It’s Been a Minute with Sam Sanders at NPR.
This program was held virtually on September 15, 2020.
Rabbi Shira Stutman and Rabbi Aaron Potek share reflections on Kol Nidre and Yom Kippur.
Rabbi Aaron Potek and Rabbi Shira Stutman share reflections on Erev Rosh Hashanah and Rosh Hashanah, Day 1.
In Hoax: Donald Trump, Fox News, and the Dangerous Distortion of Truth, Brian Stelter—the chief media correspondent for CNN Worldwide and anchor of “Reliable Sources”—offers his view on one of the biggest stories in American politics right now: the relationship between FOX News and President Trump. In conversation with press critic Jay Rosen, who teaches journalism at New York University and writes the blog, PressThink.
This program was held on September 2, 2020.
In I Have Something to Tell You, Chasten Buttigieg, the former middle-school teacher and husband of Pete Buttigieg, recounts his journey from growing up as a gay man in a small Midwestern town to finding acceptance and embracing his true self while inspiring others to do the same. In conversation with Jonathan Capehart, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, member of The Washington Post editorial board, host of the “Cape Up” podcast, and MSNBC contributor.
This program was held on September 3, 2020.
To celebrate the paperback release of her New York Times bestselling debut essay collection, Trick Mirror: Reflections on Self-Delusion, Jia Tolentino speaks with Sixth & I’s Rabbi Aaron Potek about the conflicts, contradictions, and sea changes that define us and our time.
This program was held on July 20, 2020.
In his debut memoir A Very Punchable Face, stand-up comedian, “Saturday Night Live” head writer, and Weekend Update co-anchor Colin Jost reveals the brilliant mind behind some of the dumbest sketches on television and lays bare the heart and humor of a hardworking guy—with a face you can’t help but want to punch. In conversation with Andrew Yang, an entrepreneur, founder of the non-profit Humanity Forward, and former 2020 Democratic presidential candidate.
This program was held on July 14, 2020.
In Food Fix, Dr. Mark Hyman pairs the latest developments in nutritional and environmental science with an unflinching look at the dark realities of the global food system, providing solutions for citizens, businesses, and policy makers to create a healthier world, society, and planet. In conversation with Congressman Tim Ryan, serving Ohio’s 13th district.
This program was held on March 2, 2020.
With Un-Trumping America: A Plan to Make America a Democracy Again, Dan Pfeiffer, President Obama’s former communications director, the co-host of “Pod Save America,” and the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Yes We (Still) Can, offers a political playbook for fixing our democracy. In conversation with Jennifer Palmieri, a former communications director for the Obama administration and Hillary Clinton campaign and the author of Dear Madam President.
This program was held on February 20, 2020.
In Arguing with Zombies: Economics, Politics, and the Fight for a Better Future, Nobel Prize–winning economist Paul Krugman offers an accessible and compelling introduction to today’s major policy issues within the context of a wider debate in the 2020 election year. In conversation with Heather Boushey, the president and CEO for the Washington Center for Equitable Growth.
This program was held in partnership with Politics and Prose on February 4, 2020.
In When My Time Comes, renowned radio host Diane Rehm examines the right-to-die movement from human, medical, legal, and ethical perspectives, and explores the arguments both for and against the issue. In conversation with Kojo Nnamdi, the host of “The Kojo Nnamdi Show” and “The Politics Hour” on WAMU 88.5.
This program was held in partnership with Politics and Prose on February 3, 2020.
In Why We’re Polarized, Ezra Klein, the editor-at-large and cofounder of Vox, reveals the structural and psychological forces behind America’s descent into division and dysfunction and what that polarization has done to the way we see the world and one another. In conversation with Jamelle Bouie, an Opinion columnist for The New York Times.
This program was held on January 27, 2020.
From Isabel Allende, the New York Times bestselling author of The House of the Spirits, comes A Long Petal of the Sea, an epic novel spanning decades and crossing continents as it follows two young people fleeing the aftermath of the Spanish Civil War in search of a place to call home. In conversation with David Epstein, a former reporter for ProPublica and Sports Illustrated and author of Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World.
This program was held in partnership with Politics and Prose on January 21, 2020.
With primary voting about to start, Barbaro, host of The New York Times podcast “The Daily,” and Rudoren, editor-in-chief of The Forward, engage in a lively discussion of the 2020 political landscape, covering how the issues many Jews care about are playing out in the race and how they view the campaign as journalists who are both Jewish.
This program was held in partnership with The Forward on January 23, 2020.
Journalists Wajahat Ali (Muslim), Peter Beinart (Jewish), and Liz Bruenig (Christian), a motley group of monotheists, discuss how they bring their faith to bear in their work navigating the frayed political and cultural terrains of today’s political landscape, in a conversation moderated by Rabbi Shira Stutman.
In Nothing Fancy: Unfussy Food for Having People Over, New York Times food columnist Alison Roman reinvents what it means to cook for company with low-stress and high-impact recipes designed to make your life easier.
This program was held in partnership with Politics and Prose on December 10, 2019.
With the ties that bind us fraying at alarming speed, The Atlantic's editor-in-chief Jeffrey Goldberg leads a discussion—based on the magazine’s December special issue, “How to Stop a Civil War“—with writers Yoni Appelbaum, Caitlin Flanagan, and Adam Serwer.
This program was held in partnership with The Atlantic on December 9, 2019.
Debbie Harry evokes many images: seminal rock-n-roll figure, incandescent frontwoman, actor and fashion icon. After decades as a shaper of pop culture, Harry recounts her journey from an irreverent Lower East Side punk goddess to an ambassador of New York cool in her New York Times bestselling memoir, Face It.
This event held on December 4, 2019 features Harry in conversation with Blondie co-founder and renowned photographer Chris Stein and multidisciplinary artist and director Rob Roth.
From Lindy West, the New York Times columnist and bestselling author of Shrill, comes The Witches Are Coming, an incisive cultural critique that explains how patriarchy, intolerance, and misogyny are still alive and well.
This program was held in partnership with Politics and Prose on November 11, 2019.
News coverage about Israelis, Palestinians, Jews and Arabs is filled with narratives of right versus wrong. What happens when instead of perpetuating a culture of blame, those on each side of the conflict challenge themselves to listen and build? Rabbi Shira Stutman moderates a conversation with those involved in unlikely partnerships, including Alon-Lee Green and Maisam Jaljuli of Standing Together, and Tawfik Abu-Wael and Joseph Cedar, two of the co-creators of the new HBO series “Our Boys.”
This program was held on October 24, 2019.
Standing Together’s visit is made possible through support from the New Israel Fund.
This event is underwritten by an anonymous community member.
In We Are the Weather, Jonathan Safran Foer, the bestselling author of Eating Animals, asserts that saving the planet from climate change will involve a reckoning with humans’ reluctance to sacrifice immediate comfort for the sake of the future. In conversation with Libby Casey, the on-air reporter covering politics and accountability for The Washington Post.
This program was held on October 23, 2019.
Salman Rushdie’s Quichotte is the story of a country on the verge of moral and spiritual collapse and an entertaining portrait of an age in which fact is so often indiscernible from fiction.
This program was held in partnership with Politics and Prose on October 10, 2019.
Beautiful on the Outside recounts Adam Rippon’s journey from a homeschooled kid in Scranton, Pennsylvania, to coming out as gay in 2015, to winning a bronze medal as part of the figure skating team event at the 2018 Winter Olympics.
This program was held on October 16, 2019.
One year after the deadliest attack on Jews in this country’s history at the Tree of Life Synagogue, Bari Weiss, an Op-Ed staff editor and writer for The New York Times, makes a powerful case for renewing Jewish and liberal values to guide us through this uncertain moment in How to Fight Anti-Semitism.
This program was held on October 6, 2019.
In She Said, Jodi Kantor and Megan Twohey—awarded the Pulitzer Prize for their reporting of the Weinstein case—share the untold story of their investigation and its consequences for the #MeToo movement. In conversation with Bob Woodward, journalist, bestselling author, and associate editor at The Washington Post.
This program was in partnership with Politics and Prose on October 2, 2019.
Warning: This conversation centers on cases of sexual harassment and assault and may be disturbing or triggering to some listeners.
From Admiral McRaven, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Make Your Bed, comes Sea Stories, a collection of stories of bravery and heroism from the four-star admiral’s 37-year-long career as a Navy SEAL and commander of all U.S. Special Operations Forces. In conversation with Jake Tapper, CNN’s chief Washington correspondent and the anchor of “The Lead with Jake Tapper” and “State of the Union.”
This program was held on May 23, 2019.
Two-Michelin-starred and James Beard Award-winning chef and humanitarian José Andrés brings his passion for food to Vegetables Unleashed, his first cookbook dedicated entirely to vegetables. In conversation with Joe Yonan, the food and dining editor at The Washington Post.
This program was held May 22, 2019.
Where the Light Enters is the story of how educator and former Second Lady Jill Biden built her family, from the pranks she played to keep everyone laughing to the traditions she formed that would carry them through tragedy. In conversation with Tracy Pollan, an Emmy-nominated actress, producer, and author.
This program was in partnership with Politics and Prose on May 14, 2019.
In her memoir No Walls and the Recurring Dream, Ani DiFranco combines personal expression, the power of music, feminism, political activism, and storytelling to illustrate her radical coming-of-age story. In conversation with Lauren Onkey, the senior director of NPR Music.
This program was in partnership with Politics and Prose on May 9, 2019.
From Robert Caro—the two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Power Broker and The Years of Lyndon Johnson—comes Working, a vivid and candid look into the historian's approach to research and writing.
This program was in partnership with Politics and Prose on May 6, 2019.
The Moment of Lift is a personal statement of passionate conviction, telling of Melinda Gates' journey from a partner working behind the scenes to one of the world’s foremost advocates for women, driven by the belief that no one should be excluded, all lives have equal value, and gender equity is the lever that lifts everything.
This program was in partnership with Politics and Prose on April 30, 2019.
In Doing Justice, Preet Bharara, the former federal prosecutor, offers an overview of the way our justice system works and why the rule of law is essential to our society. In conversation with Bianna Golodryga, a CNN contributor.
This program was in partnership with Politics and Prose on April 18, 2019.
In Finding My Voice, Valerie Jarrett, the longest-serving senior advisor in the Obama White House, shares her journey as a daughter, mother, lawyer, business leader, public servant, and leader at a historic moment in American history.
This program was in partnership with Politics and Prose on April 8, 2019.
In Maybe You Should Talk to Someone, Lori Gottlieb—a psychotherapist and the “Dear Therapist” columnist for The Atlantic—takes us behind the scenes of a therapist’s world where her patients are looking for answers (and so is she).
This program was in partnership with The Atlantic on April 4, 2019.
Are you doing enough to make the world a better place? Dr. Erica Brown speaks with Ruth Messinger, an iconic social justice activist and former president of the American Jewish World Service, and Sarah Hurwitz, the former chief speechwriter for First Lady Michelle Obama, about the intersection between Judaism, spirituality, and social justice.
This program was in partnership with the Mayberg Center for Jewish Education and Leadership at The George Washington University on March 26, 2019.
In her new book, Outer Order, Inner Calm, Gretchen Rubin tackles the challenges of clearing clutter to help create a more peaceful, pleasant, and orderly environment, and in turn make for happier, healthier, and more productive lives.
This program was in partnership with Politics and Prose on March 29, 2019.
On the occasion of the paperback release of the New York Times bestseller Make Trouble, author and former president of Planned Parenthood Cecile Richards speaks with Rep. Lauren Underwood—the youngest African American woman to serve in the U.S. House of Representatives—about standing up, speaking out, and finding the courage to lead.
This program was held on March 27, 2019.
Andrew Rannells, the actor, singer, and performer best known for originating the role of Elder Price in “The Book of Mormon” and playing Elijah Krantz in HBO’s “Girls,” shares his story in Too Much is Not Enough: A Memoir of Fumbling Toward Adulthood. In conversation with David Litt, a speechwriter for President Barack Obama and author of the New York Times bestseller, Thanks, Obama.
This program was held March 14, 2019.
So Here’s the Thing… is a no-nonsense, twenty-first-century girl’s guide to life from Alyssa Mastromonaco, the former White House deputy chief of staff under President Obama. In conversation with Symone Sanders, communications consultant, CNN political commentator, and former national press secretary for Senator Bernie Sanders’ 2016 presidential campaign.
This program was held on March 7, 2019.
Bernard-Henri Lévy—one of the West’s leading intellectuals—asserts in The Empire and the Five Kings that America is retreating from its traditional leadership role as Russia, China, Turkey, Iran, and Sunni radical Islamism are taking steps to assert power and influence. In conversation with Robert Kagan, a senior fellow with the Foreign Policy program at Brookings.
This program took place on February 19, 2019.
From the longtime CEO and chairman of Starbucks comes From the Ground Up, an account of the new responsibilities that leaders, businesses, and citizens share in society today. In conversation with Doris Kearns Goodwin, a renowned presidential historian and Pulitzer Prize-winning author.
In Antisemitism: Here and Now, the award-winning author of The Eichmann Trial and Denial offers a penetrating and provocative analysis of the hate that will not die and on what can be done about it. In conversation with Rabbi Shira Stutman, the Senior Rabbi of Sixth & I.
In Black Leopard, Red Wolf—the first novel in Marlon James’s Dark Star trilogy—myth, fantasy, and history come together to explore what happens when a mercenary is hired to find a missing child.
This program was in partnership with Politics & Prose on February 6, 2019.
In Be Fearless, the philanthropist, investor, and technology pioneer brings to life five principles common to the people and organizations that change the world. In conversation with Andrea Mitchell, chief foreign affairs correspondent for NBC News.
Experience the 10th annual night of funny, poignant, powerful, and peculiar autobiographical stories about all things Jewish, not-so-Jewish, and wanna-be Jewish. Storytellers include: Cody Pomeranz, Emily Yoffe, John Donvan, Valentina Stackl, Vijai Nathan, Annie Lipsitz, Yevgeniy Kirpichevsky, and hosted by Amy Saidman, Story District's artistic executive director.
This program was in partnership with Story District on December 5, 2018.
The Atlantic’s politics staff writers McKay Coppins, Vann R. Newkirk II, and Elaina Plott, together with editor-in-chief Jeffrey Goldberg, take stock of the midterm results and analyze what they mean for the president, policy, and politics leading up to the 2020 presidential campaign.
This program was in partnership with The Atlantic on November 13, 2018.
In The Incomplete Book of Running, Peter Sagal, the host of NPR’s “Wait Wait…Don’t Tell Me!” and columnist for Runner’s World, shares lessons, stories, advice, and warnings gleaned from running the equivalent of once around the earth. In conversation with Linda Holmes, the host of NPR’s “Pop Culture Happy Hour.”
This program took place on October 29, 2018.
Aleen Kuperman, Samantha Fishbein, and Jordana Abraham, the co-founders of the multi-media phenomenon Betches Media, offer an unapologetically honest and humorous take on how to be successful in your career in When’s Happy Hour?: Work Hard So You Can Hardly Work. In conversation with Sarah Fraser, a radio and TV personality and host of the “Hey Frase” podcast.
This program took place on October 25, 2018.
With Ottolenghi Simple, Yotam Ottolenghi, the chef and New York Times bestselling cookbook author, delivers 130 flavorful new dishes that can be served in 30 minutes or less. In conversation with Sally Swift, co-creator and Managing Producer of The Splendid Table.
This program was in partnership with Politics & Prose on October 21, 2018.
In Leadership, the Pulitzer Prize-winning author and historian Doris Kearns Goodwin combines her signature storytelling with essential lessons from four of our nation’s presidents. In conversation with Ezra Klein, editor-at-large and founder of Vox.
This program was in partnership with Politics & Prose on October 18, 2018.
The actor, comedian, and producer Denis Leary presents a searing, comical look at the current divisive political climate in 'Why We Don’t Suck: And How All of Us Need to Stop Being Such Partisan Little Bitches.' In conversation with Jonathan Allen, a national political reporter with NBC News.
This program was presented in partnership with Politics & Prose on November 7, 2017
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