Best Pop Up Theatre Podcasts (2024)

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Sherlock Holmes in Excalibur Lost 41:35

24d ago41:35

41:35

In this audio play adventure, Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson are hired to find the sword of Excalibur from the Arthurian legend.

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Maggie Smith, Gavin Creel & Megalopolis with Michaela Jaé Rodriguez 1:07:51

9m ago1:07:51

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Ira and Louis discuss Francis Ford Coppola's expensive box office flop Megalopolis, Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story, Ellen's Netflix special, and the deaths of Maggie Smith, Gavin Creel, Kris Kristofferson, and Drake Hogestyn. Michael Jaé Rodriguez joins to discuss her new album 33, her love of Mortal Kombat and X-Men, and more. Subscrib…

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Joe Barry Carroll / “Catwalk: Tales from the Cat Show Circuit” / Rick Steves 52:29

2h ago52:29

52:29

Joe Barry Carroll, former NBA player, author, and artist, discusses his upcoming conversation with the Decatur Book Festival’s 2024 keynote speaker, Joyce Carol Oates. Plus, director and producer Michael McNamara details his documentary “Catwalk: Tales from the Cat Show Circuit,” screening at KSU on October 7, and travel expert Rick Steves stops by…

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Q&A Episode: Dream Revivals, West End Concerts, Touring Shows, Dream Guests, Theatre Temperatures + more! (ft. Shane Antony-Whitely) 45:23

8h ago45:23

45:23

Join us for the first ever Q&A episode of The West End Frame Show! Performer Shane Antony-Whitely joins West End Frame Editor Andrew Tomlins to answer your questions! Topics range from Dream Revivals, West End Concerts, Touring Shows, Dream Guests, Theatre Temperatures and lots more. After graduating from ArtsEd, Shane made his feature film debut i…

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Muscogee Nation continues in decades-long fight against the Poarch Band of Creek Indians; More than 90,000 shelter in place following chemical plant fire in Rockdale County 47:52

1d ago47:52

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For two decades Muscogee Nation has been fighting for their ancestral tribal land. We hear from Raelynn Butler, the secretary for culture and Humanities for the Muscogee Nation, and attorney Mary Kathryn Nagle regarding a lawsuit against the Poarch Band of Creek Indians over their handling of sacred land dating back to 2012. Plus, a shelter-in-plac…

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Stacey Abrams’ “Stacey Speaks Up”/The Lion King musical/Anne Byrn’s “Baking in the American South” 49:30

2d ago49:30

49:30

Voting Rights Activist and author Stacey Abrams discusses the third installment of her children’s book series “Stacey Speaks Up.” Stacey Abrams will be the Kidnote speaker at the Decatur Book Festival on Saturday, October 5th at 10am. Plus, we hear from the co-writers of The Lion King, both the animated film and the stage version, Roger Allers and …

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768. Escape from the Multicurse: Groundhog Day 1:00:30

3d ago1:00:30

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Our three co-hosts are stuck in the multiverse and need to get back to their home universe. Clearly, the only way to do that is to explore our cultural obsession with multiverses, alternate timelines and parallel worlds, and tie it all into a conversation about post-modern art, pop culture, and the lessons these stories teach us. Also, each episode…

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Uh Oh, Mr. Robinson! 58:29

4d ago58:29

58:29

Send us a text Welcome to Episode 202! This week The Boys are reviewing the latest claims and scandals surrounding the Republican North Carolina gubernatorial candidate, Mark Robinson. Casey is reading the tea leaves and both Casey and Mark are spilling the tea on this one! Week after week, it's a new scandal and more tea is getting spilled. Robins…

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In the Beginning”/SITE at The Goat Farm/HDYA/Atlanta Art Fair 51:41

5d ago51:41

51:41

“In the Beginning” is a new group art exhibition at Quinlan Visual Arts Center in Gainesville. It brings together an international assembly of artists whose work explores fundamental human identity and the ways our cultures distinguish themselves. “City Lights” host Lois Reitzes speaks with Nairika Cornett, the museum's executive director. Plus, we…

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Atlanta Art Week/Pilar’s Portals/Music in Media 51:31

5d ago51:31

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Lois Reitzes speaks with Atlanta Art Week founder Kendra Walker about the annual event, which brings together a community of galleries, patrons, collectors, artists, and art industry professionals from all over the city. It takes place September 30th through October 6th. Plus, Atlanta artist Pilar discusses her new exhibition at the Atlanta Hartsfi…

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Survivor, Katy Perry, The Substance with Jon Lovett 1:16:03

6d ago1:16:03

1:16:03

Ira and Louis discuss Katy Perry’s new album 143, the shocking new Demi Moore film The Substance, Janet Jackson and Chappell Roan’s political commentary, Erewhon smoothies, and more. Plus, Jon Lovett joins to discuss his all too brief tenure on the new season of Survivor. Subscribe to Keep It on YouTube to catch full episodes, exclusive content, an…

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Nathan Deal/Veto the Governor’s Cat/The Curious Cardinal at MJCCA 51:34

6d ago51:34

51:34

Former Georgia Governor Nathan Deal discusses his new children’s book, “Veto, the Governor’s Cat,” written in honor of his late wife, Sandra. Plus, Lois speaks with Pam Morton, director of the Arts & Authors program at the Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta, and Olivia Aston Bosworth, director of “The Curious Cardinal,” which is showing at t…

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S11 Ep2 (ft. Shane Antony-Whitely): Reece Richards, Cake, Black British Theatre Awards, Les Misérables, Dolly Parton, Matilda + more! 46:47

7d ago46:47

46:47

Shane Antony-Whitely (Joseph / The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe) returns to co-host The West End Frame Show! In this episode Andrew and Shane discuss Reece Richards becoming the victim of unlawful arrest and police misconduct whilst travelling home after a performance of Hairspray. They also discuss the closure of Cake, nominations for the Black…

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Alison’s Laws ‘Bookmarked’ series/Khruangbin/Titanic: An Immersive Voyage 52:45

7d ago52:45

52:45

Literary expert Alison Law and Lois Reitzes kick off the “Bookmarked” series by discussing Banned Books Week and Decatur Book Festival. Plus, we hear from psychedelic/soul band Khruangbin ahead of their Atlanta concerts at the Fox Theatre and The Eastern. We also listen back to Lois’ conversation with Executive Producer John Zaller about “Titanic: …

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Phoenix City Jazz Club / Computer Museum of America 51:22

12d ago51:22

51:22

Jazz musician Will Scruggs details his plans to open the Phoenix City Jazz Club in Decatur. Plus, we’ll hear about the Computer Museum of America. The museum is in Roswell, Georgia, and executive director Rena Youngblood joined us to discuss their Apollo 11 exhibition. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at…

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T.K.O.; Past vs. Future 59:17

12d ago59:17

59:17

Send us a text Welcome to Episode 201! Well, did you watch it?? Have you been painting what you saw and sharing your thoughts? The first Presidential debate happened last week and there is a lot to be discussed. So that's what The Boys are set to do this week. This week saw National Voter Registration Day an important day on the calendar and on the…

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765. Frame Rate: A History of Violence (Feat. Erik Barnes) 1:01:05

13d ago1:01:05

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Writer/Actor Erik Barnes stops by the proverbial small town diner for some yuks and jabberin’ with the boys. Yes, we know we covered Road to Perdition last time, and yes, this is another early 2000s gangster movie based on a graphic novel about a man trying to hide his past life from his children. We KNOW. We’re doing a thing. Anyway, Erik brings h…

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Global Village Project/BBQ pt. 2 on Savory Stories/Gyun Hur 51:51

13d ago51:51

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This year, the students at Global Village Project are celebrating their achievements in music with the release of “Imagine a Circle: The Global Village Project Songbook.” The songs are written by and with GVP students, and selections will be performed at a celebration concert on September 28th at the Oakhurst Center for Community. “City Lights” hos…

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Emmys Recap with Mackenzie Davis 1:46:34

13d ago1:46:34

1:46:34

Ira and Louis discuss the Emmys, Louis’ unfortunate Emmy loss, and the debate over The Bear being a comedy. Mackenzie Davis joins to discuss her new film Speak No Evil and why she’s obsessed with Bachelor Nation and Real Housewives. Plus: Trump’s Taylor Swift hate tweets, Diddy’s arrest, Tate McCrae’s new single, fall pop music, and Pharrell’s diss…

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“Atlanta to the Atlantic” / "return//de vuelta a los ancestros" / ABV in EAV / Terminus Modern Ballet / “Access for All” 51:24

15d ago51:24

51:24

Rachel Parish and Sarah Cameron Sunde explain the story behind their upcoming “Atlanta to the Atlantic” Flux Project installation. Terminus Modern Ballet co-founders Rachel Van Buskirk and Tara Lee discuss changes and a forthcoming farewell performance. Plus, artist Greg Mike details the new ABV gallery space in East Atlanta, and we hear about the …

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S11 Ep1 (ft. Ebby Sama): Why Am I So Single?, Rocky Horror starring Jason Donovan, Come Alive, Mrs Doubtfire, Silence + more! 45:35

14d ago45:35

45:35

Ebby Sama (Come Alive: The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular) co-hosts The West End Frame Show. Andrew and Ebby discuss Why Am I So Single? (Garrick Theatre), The Rocky Horror Show (Dominion Theatre) and Silence (Turbine Theatre) as well as the latest news about Mrs Doubtfire, White Rabbit Red Rabbit, Ghost In Concert, Kinky Boots, Natalie Kassan…

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The Atlanta Opera’s “Bohème Project” / “Pianos for Peace” / Musician John Michael, also known as Ralph Laurie / The Urban Regatta 51:38

16d ago51:38

51:38

Tomer Zvulun, Atlanta Opera artistic director, and Dr. Carlos del Rio, infectious disease expert from Emory University School of Medicine, discuss the Atlanta Opera’s “Bohème Project.” Plus, hear about the “Pianos for Peace” project; musician John Michael, also known as Ralph Laurie, takes the spotlight for our series, “Speaking of Music,” and we l…

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764. Tales from the Pit: In It (Feat. Brandon and Lisa) 1:04:56

17d ago1:04:56

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Michael brings on Brandon and Lisa, parents of two children (aged 1 and 3). Michael investigates the daily life and worries of the initial parenting phase. This episode continues the ongoing conversation about Michael and jenn’s leap into parenthood, including a huge announcement at the beginning of the pod!Buy Michael’s book: https://www.patreon.c…

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VMAS RECAP 43:09

18d ago43:09

43:09

Ira and Louis discuss the 40th annual VMAs including Chappell Roan, Sabrina Carpenter, Taylor Swift, Megan thee Stallion, Katy Perry, Shawn Mendes, and more.By Keep It!

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“Jimmy Carter 100: A Celebration in Song” / “The Attala County Garden Club” / “Off the Wall” 51:50

19d ago51:50

51:50

Jimmy Carter’s grandson, Jason Carter, tells us about “Jimmy Carter 100: A Celebration in Song.” The eclectic concert will be held at the Fox Theatre on September 17. Plus, playwright Topher Payne and actor Amanda Cucher discuss “The Attala County Garden Club” at OnStage Atlanta September 13- 28, and we hear about “Off the Wall,” a film projection …

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Lagers with Lois Live at Monday Night Garage 49:57

20d ago49:57

49:57

Recorded live at Monday Night Garage, Lois speaks with Monday Night Brewing founders Jeff Heck and Joel Iverson. In the last 13 years, their company has evolved from a backyard post-work meet-up into an award-winning national beer company that we see in grocery stores, gas stations, bars, and restaurants. Then, we learn about the art and craft of b…

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763. Inside Dads: Armageddon, and Other Disaster Films 1:59:16

20d ago1:59:16

1:59:16

Our limited series with co-hosts Abe Epperson and David Bell digs deep into the internet meme of the “dad movie.” We can all probably name a dad movie, but can we isolate the tropes that really make this a bona fide film genre? Let’s find out!Features:Abe Epperson: https://twitter.com/abethemighty David Bell: https://twitter.com/MovieHooliganSuppor…

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Beetlejuice Beetlejuice & EGOTs with Ms. Pat 1:08:12

20d ago1:08:12

1:08:12

This week Ira and Louis dive into Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, James Earl Jones's epic career, new EGOT winners Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, old EGOT winners who maybe shouldn't be, The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, The Perfect Couple, and Ryan Seacrest's turn on Wheel of Fortune. Ms. Pat also joins to discuss her Emmy-nominated series The Ms. Pat Show.…

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Challenge the Stats Latin Jazz Concert / “The Parlor Show” / Morehouse College Human Rights Film Festival / “Ana en el Tropico” 51:58

22d ago51:58

51:58

Challenge the Stats founder Angelica Hairston, and musician Jessy Diaz discuss their Latin Jazz Concert on September 14 at 3121 Norman Berry Dr, East Point, GA 30344. Comedian, writer, and performer Will Amato details “The Parlor Show,” coming to Dynamic El Durado on September 13. Plus, we hear from executive director Kara Walker about this year’s …

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“A Raisin in the Sun” / “Forward Warrior” Mural Festival / “Home Away from Home” / “Ana en el Tropico” 50:56

23d ago50:56

50:56

Theatrical Outfit artistic director Matt Torney and Dominion Entertainment executive producer Robert John Connor discuss their new production of “A Raisin in the Sun,” which opens on September 11. Plus, we hear from artist and founder Peter Ferrari about this Saturday’s upcoming “Forward Warrior” mural festival. Artists Amberly Hui Hood and Helen C…

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Debate Bingo 56:50

22d ago56:50

56:50

Send us a text Welcome to Episode 200! Surprise! This week, The Boys are getting into your stream early this week. It has been the talk of the season and it's going to happen on Tuesday night, September 10th. Of course Casey & Mark are joining so many other pundits prepping you for the debate. That's right, its time for Kamala Harris and Donald J. …

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Damn it, Donna!! 12:17

26d ago12:17

12:17

Send us a text Welcome to Episode 199A! What a damn week it's been! Not only was it the Labor Day Holiday, but Linda went on vacation to lay out (not laid out) and left Donna in charge of post-production and wouldn't ya know it?? Donna made a mess and lost the original, quality content. Damn it, Donna!! This week Casey & Mark are catching you up on…

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BBC Arts Hour on Tour / Scraplanta’s Expansion / The Tabernacle Choir Collaborates with Spelman and Morehouse Colleges / The Cosplay Medics of Dragon Con 50:32

27d ago50:32

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Nikki Bedi, host of “The Arts Hour” on BBC World Service, discusses “The Arts Hour on Tour,” which comes to WABE studios this Saturday. Tabernacle Choir president Michael O. Leavitt details their upcoming collaborations with Spelman and Morehouse colleges. Plus, we hear about Scraplanta’s expansion to Adair Park and the Cosplay Medics of Dragon Con…

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“The Music Man” / Savory Stories / “Two Drink Minimum” 51:00

27d ago51:00

51:00

Tony Award-winning performer Shuler Hensley discusses directing the upcoming production of “The Music Man” for City Springs Theatre Company, which is on stage at Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center September 6-22. Plus, food historian Akila McConnell and chef Asata Reid from the WABE podcast “Savory Stories” share the culinary history of barbecue,…

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760. Ander’s Sons: Isle of Dogs 1:20:58

27d ago1:20:58

1:20:58

Our deep dive of Wes Anderson and P.T. Anderson continues: this time we discuss the 2018 film Isle of Dogs which tells the story of a boy who tries to save his dog from a tyrannical cat-cult. Michael and Abe discuss Wes Anderson’s distinctive style, themes, and characters.Features:Michael Swaim: https://twitter.com/SWAIM_CORPAbe Epperson: https://t…

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SHOW TALK: Shifters, Oliver!, The 39 Steps & A Night with Janis Joplin 17:51

27d ago17:51

17:51

Join West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins for another Show Talk episode! In this episode, Andrew discusses Shifters (Duke of York's Theatre), Oliver! (Chichester Festival Theatre), The 39 Steps (Trafalgar Theatre) and A Night with Janis Joplin (Peacock Theatre). Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westend…

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ATL Up and Away / Muralist Nicole Merizalde / Constance Collier-Mercado / Emory Chamber Music Society of Atlanta / East Lake Music Fest 51:54

29d ago51:54

51:54

Travel expert Rick Steves stops by for the latest ATL Up and Away installment. Emory Chamber Music Society of Atlanta’s artistic director, Will Ransom, shares what’s in store for their new season. Plus, Muralist Nicole Merizalde, writer, poet, and artist Constance Collier-Mercado, and information on the first annual East Lake Music Fest. See Privac…

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SHOW TALK: Something Rotten, Oklahoma!, Fiddler on the Roof & Fangirls 18:50

28d ago18:50

18:50

Before kicking off a new series join West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins for some Show Talk! In this episode, Andrew discusses Something Rotten (Theatre Royal Drury Lane), Oklahoma! (Theatre Royal Drury Lane), Fiddler on the Roof (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre) and Fangirls (Lyric Hammersmith). Hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks f…

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759. Directorpiece Theatre: Blocking Character (The Saint) 59:32

30d ago59:32

59:32

Abe Epperson wants to tell you about the holy experience of watching The Saint. He wants to whisper into your ear how a director uses blocking, pacing, and movement to make you understand how awesome the Saint is. I mean, look at Val Kilmer in the above photo. I bet God needed another day of rest after he made that high-tech hunk of disguise.Featur…

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762. 1Upsmanship: Starcraft 2 (Feat. Brian Brushwood) 1:06:03

1M ago1:06:03

1:06:03

Brian Brushwood joins Michael and Adam to discuss the classic real time strategy game, Starcraft 2! They sweetly discuss the sweet strategies, the sweet story, and its sweet impact on the genre. Listen until the end for some sweet voice acting.Brian Brushwood: World’s Greatest Con https://pod.link/1572307941 Michael Swaim: https://twitter.com/SWAIM…

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Two Drink Minimum/HYDA/John Cleese/Speaking of the Boom-Mary Emily Deal 51:45

1M ago51:45

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Playwright Bill Balzer and director Lynna Schmidt talk about the play, “Two Drink Minimum.” A story of a mother entering dementia while her son struggles to keep their relationship grounded. Plus, we hear from Rough Draft Atlanta assistant editor Sammie Purcell and AJC senior editor Mike Jordan about this weekend’s festivals and activities. We also…

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Lively Phoenix 58:16

1M ago58:16

58:16

Send us a text Welcome to Episode 198! The Boys have had a busy and intense summer so far and they are back this week with a 'lively' one! There's been some headlines coming out of Hollywood the last few weeks and scandals have ensued creating those headlines. Casey is surprising Mark with this week's Midsection ready to spill the tea on the sudden…

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Write Club/Music in Media/The Grammarians 51:45

1M ago51:45

51:45

In this “City Lights” episode, we discuss what you’re not supposed to discuss outside of Write Club. Write Club. One of the co-founders, Nicholas Tecosky talks about this unique literary battle where local writers duel through dynamic reading. We hear from WABE’s music contributor, Dr. Scott Stewart, about the late summer films coming out and their…

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Short n’ Sweet Album Review & Bennifer Divorce with Hannah Berner 1:20:32

1M ago1:20:32

1:20:32

Ira and Louis discuss the addictive new Sabrina Carpenter album, Bennifer’s divorce, Beyoncé rumors at the DNC, Pop Star Academy, and the return of What Not to Wear’s Stacy London and Clinton Kelly. Hannah Berner joins to discuss her standup special We Ride at Dawn, the upcoming Giggly Squad book, and more. Subscribe to Keep It on YouTube to catch …

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100 Years of James Baldwin 52:19

1M ago52:19

52:19

We celebrate 100 years of the activist and writer James Baldwin by revisiting Lois Reitzes’ 2018 conversations on “If Beale Street Could Talk.” She spoke with director Barry Jenkins and actor Colman Domingo, who portrays Joseph Rivers in the film. Also, we listened back to Reitzes’ conversation with author Robert Jones Jr. about his 2021 novel, “Th…

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Alonzo Bodden / Anne Byrn’s “Baking in the American South” 52:25

1M ago52:25

52:25

Alonzo Bodden details the upcoming “Wait, Wait… Don’t Tell Me” stand-up comedy show at Symphony Hall. Plus, we hear how Anne Byrn brings history and insight to her new book, “Baking in the American South.” See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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“The Mountaintop” / Crumb / “The Horizon of Khufu” 51:49

1M ago51:49

51:49

Alliance Theatre artistic director Tinashe Kajese-Bolden discusses “The Mountaintop,” which is on stage at the Alliance from August 30 through September 22. Plus, Lila Ramani of the band Crumb joins us ahead of their August 25 show at the Buckhead Theater, and we speak with the CEO and founder of Eclipso Atlanta, Antoine Lieutaud, about their new V…

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Bronzelens Film Festival / Savory Stories / “Inside the Mirror” 51:29

1M ago51:29

51:29

Kathleen Bertrand, executive producer of the Bronzelens Film Festival, discusses the event, which runs from August 21 to 25 and is hosted at various Atlanta venues. Plus, food historian Akila McConnell and chef Asata Reid from the WABE podcast Savory Stories discuss the culinary history of America’s favorite lunch food, the sandwich, and Atlanta au…

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Hollywood Power Couples with Bowen Yang 1:49:27

1M ago1:49:27

1:49:27

Ira and Louis discuss Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds and other Hollywood power couples, Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars’ collab, Gena Rowlands’ iconic roles, Chappell Roan’s fame jitters, Tinashe’s new album, and Beyoncé’s new whiskey brand. Bowen Yang joins to discuss his Emmy nom for SNL and more. Subscribe to Keep It on YouTube to catch full episodes, …

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Atlanta Theme Bars / “The Art of Signia” / Chef Demetrius Brown 50:52

1M ago50:52

50:52

Beth McKibben, senior editor and dining editor at Rough Draft Atlanta, discusses the many theme bars in Atlanta. Plus, Sally Faulkner, principal of the design firm Faulkner + Locke, details “The Art of Signia,” and Chef Demetrius Brown shares his vision as the new co-owner of the restaurant Bread and Butterfly. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.c…

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