
Talk Easy with Sam Fragoso is a weekly series of intimate conversations with artists, activists, and politicians. Where people sound like people. Hosted by Sam Fragoso. New episodes every Sunday.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 530 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | TV & FilmSociety & CultureFilm Interviews | |||

What happens when a house is not a home? It's the question pulsating at the heart of the new film, Sentimental Value, and one that actor Renate Reinsve reckons with in the lead role of Nora.
We discuss her process connecting the ‘puzzle’ of each ch... more
Following the success of The Worst Person in the World, writer-director Joachim Trier returns this fall with a candid family story in Sentimental Value.
We begin with the guiding words from writer Philip Roth (7:20), how Trier arrived at this intim... more
Filmmaker Noah Baumbach has spent the past three decades transmuting his experiences into cinema, culminating in his latest film, Jay Kelly, his love letter to movies (and the memories they evoke).
We begin with the “quiet crisis” Baumbach found hi... more
For your Thanksgiving inspiration: a favorite episode from Wiser Than Me, where Julia sits down with legendary cook and author Ina Garten.
Over the course of her 76 years, Ina has lived a few lives: she worked on nuclear policy at the White House, ... more
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No idea but Sam takes us on a journey to find out.
His soft spoken and gentle manner belies an ability to cut deep. He made Josh Brolin cry and David Mamet storm off in an inarticulate rage. His preparation is phenomenal. He is truly an exceptional interviewer and human being.
I can’t get enough of this show and I hope it keeps trucking along for decades to come. Sam is for sure on my Mount Rushmore of interviewers, and he just keeps getting better.
Sam asks insightful questions with respect that the guests clearly appreciate. His voice is a pleasure to listen to. As soon as I finish an episode, I’m already looking forward to the next one. (I’m a Fresh Air listener who was introduced to the show through the wonderful interview with Terry Gross.)
Great podcast. I’m thankful I discovered it and the episode with Salman Rushdie is brilliant. “The beginning of the novel Midnight children came from the place where stories live” - I always loved his book “Haroun and the sea of stories “ …🙏🌊🐟🎶
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The content features a series of intimate and profound conversations with a diverse array of guests, including artists, activists, and political figures. Notable discussions often revolve around personal experiences, creative journeys, and current socio-political climates, highlighting the nuances of life behind the public personas. The host fosters a thoughtful space for guests to share personal anecdotes, challenges, and insights, making it a unique platform for exploring complex issues authentically. Overall, listeners can expect an engaging mix of storytelling and in-depth dialogue, appealing to those interested in the intersection of culture, politics, and individual narratives.
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Recent guests on Talk Easy include:
1. Noah Baumbach
2. Ina Garten
3. Sam Fragoso
4. Alison Roman
5. Edgar Wright
6. Salman Rushdie
7. Richard Linklater
8. Will Welch
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