The Unusual Suspects

Malcolm Gladwell and Kenya Barris speak with the soulful Anderson .Paak, eight-time Grammy-winning musician and one of the most lauded drummers alive today. They discuss Anderson’s turbulent childhood and his initial struggle breaking into the industry, including his stint with homelessness and believing he’d never get signed. They talk about the moment Dre took him on, his partnership with Bruno...

Malcolm Gladwell and Kenya Barris kick off the season with Ron Howard, legendary Hollywood actor turned Oscar-winning director with over 800 IMDb credits and the stories to prove it. They deep dive into Ron’s beginnings in the industry at just 4 years old, his desire to shift behind the camera, and his ability to stay relevant at every turn of Hollywood’s tumultuous history. Ron fully lives up to...

Malcolm Gladwell and Kenya Barris sit down with renowned researcher, bestselling author, and cultural force, Brené Brown, for a live conversation about vulnerability, shame, and leadership. They explore Brown's journey from researcher to global thought leader, discussing her approach to making complex ideas accessible and thoughts on navigating an increasingly volatile world. The conversation also...

Malcolm Gladwell and Kenya Barris skip the guest in this episode and dive deeper into each of their respective careers and paths to success — Gladwell as a bestselling author and journalist, Barris as a TV writer and producer— sharing how they first met and what led them to this collaboration. Reflecting on the topics they’ve explored with each of this season’s guests, the duo discuss everything f...

Malcolm Gladwell and Kenya Barris sit down with iconic rapper, producer, executive, and actor, Dr. Dre, at his Los Angeles home. They explore Dre's journey from DJ-ing in Compton to revolutionizing hip-hop production, discussing his creative process, approach to collaboration, and evolution from artist to business titan. The conversation touches on his commitment to perfectionism, thoughts on auth...

Malcolm Gladwell and Kenya Barris sit down with acclaimed writer, director, and producer, Ava DuVernay. They explore DuVernay's journey from working in publicity executive to writing and directing groundbreaking films and TV shows, discussing her approach to filmmaking, experiences navigating Hollywood, and thoughts on representation in media. The conversation also touches on DuVernay's personal c...

Malcolm Gladwell and Kenya Barris sit down with David Chang, renowned chef and founder of the Momofuku restaurant group. They explore Chang's journey from struggling culinary student to culinary innovator and restaurateur, discussing his battles with self-doubt, his approach to reimagining Asian cuisine, and how he navigates the worlds of food and media. The conversation also touches on Chang's ex...

Malcolm Gladwell and Kenya Barris sit down with Wes Moore, the first Black governor of Maryland. They explore Moore's journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a Rhodes Scholar, Army officer, successful author, and governor. The conversation touches on Moore's diverse career path, from finance to media to leading a large philanthropic organization, as well as his vision for Maryland. They a...

Malcolm Gladwell and Kenya Barris sit down with basketball legend Sue Bird to discuss her illustrious career and the evolution of women's sports. They explore Sue's journey from high school phenom to WNBA superstar, delving into the cultural significance of women's basketball and its recent surge in popularity. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https:...

Malcolm Gladwell and Kenya Barris turn the tables on Jimmy Kimmel, putting America’s longest-running late-night TV host in the interview seat for this conversation. They explore Kimmel's impressive journey from a local radio personality to an Emmy Award -winning late night host, discussing his early career struggles, his approach to interviewing guests, and how he navigates comedy in the current c...

Kenya Barris and Malcolm Gladwell bypass pleasantries and promotional banter to deliver raw, unfiltered conversations with some of today's most influential and fascinating figures. Featuring two seasons of titans spanning every corner of culture—from Oscar-winning directors and Grammy-winning musicians to trailblazing Fortune 500 CEOs and iconic artists—<i>The Unusual Suspects with Kenya Bar...

Join Kenya Barris and Malcolm Gladwell as they bypass pleasantries and promotional banter to deliver raw, unfiltered conversations with some of today’s most influential figures. Featuring titans across a spectrum of professions (from Olympic gold medalists to trailblazing Fortune 500 CEOs and everything in between), The Unusual Suspects with Kenya Barris and Malcolm Gladwell pulls back the curtain...

Malcolm Gladwell and Kenya Barris interview Ursula Burns, the first Black woman to lead a Fortune 500 company, serving as CEO of Xerox from 2009 to 2016. They discuss Burns' journey from a New York City housing project to the top of corporate America, exploring her mother's influence, career challenges, and vision for creating change through giving back. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/pri...

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