All Of It with Alison Stewart

Cinematographer Autumn Durald Arkapaw has earned an Oscar nomination for her work on the film " Sinners ," which involved capturing vampire fights, musical numbers, and Michael B. Jordan playing twins. She discusses her work on the film as part of our ongoing Oscars series "The Big Picture." Photo courtesy of Warner Bros Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information...

In " Undercard ," comedian Wanda Sykes makes her drama debut as Cheryl 'No Mercy' Stewart, a former boxing champion seeking redemption by training the son she abandoned. Sykes and director Tamka Miller discuss the film, which opens in theaters Friday, Feb. 27. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising...

[REBROADCAST FROM Aug. 27, 2025] A new film three longtime Brooklynites as they navigate love, loss, career and friendship as their neighborhoods change right in front of them. Director Rachel Holder discusses "Love, Brooklyn," a cinematic tribute to the beloved New York City borough alongside actor Nicole Beharie who stars in the film. "Love, Brooklyn" is nominated in 5 categories at this year's...

[REBROADCAST FROM June 17, 2025] You know Toni Morrison the writer, but what about Toni the editor? As she rose in literary fame, Morrison also worked in publishing as a senior editor for Random House, the first black woman to hold such a title in the company. Dana A. Williams , professor of African American literature and dean of the Graduate School at Howard University, discusses her new book ab...

[REBROADCAST FROM Oct. 29, 2025] R&B, jazz and soul singer Ledisi started 2025 with the spring release of The Crown , an album of original music. She ended the year with a new album in tribute to the Queen of the Blues, Dinah Washington, titled For Dinah . She plays some excerpts and talk about the new record, which is nominated for Outstanding Jazz Album at this year's NAACP Image Awards. Hosted...

[REBROADCAST FROM Dec. 8, 2025] A new documentary chronicles the journey of Tim Johnson, a former Super Bowl Champion turned pastor whose faith inspired him to minister to incarcerated men on Rikers Island. Kayla Johnson , the film's director and Tim's daughter, discusses "Fatherless No More," which is nominated for Outstanding Documentary (Film) at this year's NAACP Image Awards. Hosted by Simple...

[REBROADCAST FROM Jan. 13, 2026] Actor Tyler James Williams , who plays Gregory on "Abbott Elementary," discusses the latest season of the beloved sitcom, in which he made his directorial debut. He is nominated for Outstanding Directing in a Comedy Series at this year's NAACP Image Awards. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of...

Jason Isbell talks about his latest acoustic album Foxes in the Snow , and shares some of the music. He'll be at Radio City Music Hall Friday and Saturday night in support of the new release. Photo by Per Ole Hagen/Getty Images Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

" The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee " is back onstage in New York City for its 20th anniversary. Cast members perform songs from the show live in our studio. Photo by Joan Marcus Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For kids growing up in New Jersey, there are plenty of ways to have fun. From Jersey Shore boardwalks, to amusement parks, to museums and science centers. New Jersey Monthly recently compiled a list of " 50+ Things Every Jersey Kid Must Do ." NJ Monthly editor Julie Gordon discusses how to have fun in the Garden State, and listeners share their memories from childhood, and parents give their recom...

Helen Shaw , previously a staff writer at The New Yorker and theater critic for New York Magazine , has been hired as the chief theater critic for The New York Times . Shaw discusses how she's thinking about her new role, her approach to theater criticism, and previews a few spring shows she's looking forward to. Photo courtesy of The New York Times Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pc...

The new play " Marcel on the Train " tells the story of the famous mime Marcel Marceau and his role helping Jewish children to safety in Nazi-occupied France in the midst of World War II. Co-writers Ethan Slater , who also stars as Marceau, and Marshall Pailet , who also directs the show, discuss the play, running at the Classic Stage Company through March 22. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz comp...

Singer-songwriter August Ponthier became well-known for their feature on the hit Lord Huron song "I Lied." Their debut album, Everywhere Isn't Texas , was released February 13. Ponthier discusses the record, and performs tracks from the brand-new album, live in WNYC's performance studio. Photo by Abel Tanner Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our co...

A new documentary profiles the life of Grammy-winning keyboardist and "fifth Beatle" Billy Preston. Director Paris Barclay discusses " Billy Preston: That’s The Way God Planned It ," which opens at Film Forum on February 20. Photo by Steinbrücker/picture alliance via Getty Images Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal...

Singer, songwriter, and record producer Raphael Saadiq helped write the Oscar-nominated song " I Lied to You " from the hit movie "Sinners." Saadiq discusses the process of creating that song, his recent collaborations with Beyonce, and more. This interview is part of our ongoing Oscars series "The Big Picture." Photo by Christopher Polk/Billboard via Getty Images Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz...

Ita O'Brien is the intimacy coordinator behind some of television's more progressive and modern portrayals of sex, and conversations about sex, on screen, from "Sex Education" to "Normal People." O'Brien has written a new book, Intimacy: A Field Guide to Finding Connection and Feeling Your Deep Desires , about what her work looks like on set, and how people can try to a foster a greater sense of e...

The new book Tiny Gardens Everywhere: The Past, Present and Future of the Self-Provisioning City  dives into the history of urban gardening, from Berlin to Estonia and Ohio to Washington, D.C. Author and M.I.T science history professor Kate Brown discusses the book, and takes calls from listeners about their experiences with urban gardening. Photo by Naima Green and Jackie Snow, Ten Speed Press Ho...

It's Dumpling Week! In honor of Lunar New Year this week, New York Times Cooking is releasing new dumpling recipes, from different cultures that stuff filling into pastry all around the world. New York Times food and cooking columnist Eric Kim and food writer Hetty Lui McKinnon discuss the delights of dumplings and listeners share their favorite variety. Photo by China Photos/Getty Images Hosted b...

We are entering the homestretch of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan. As the international sporting event continues, Slate correspondent Justin Peters shares his reporting and analysis of the games so far, and previews what's to come. Plus listeners call in to share their picks for the highlight reel.  Photo by Andrzej Iwanczuk/NurPhoto via Getty Images Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. Se...

Costume designer Kate Hawley  earned her first Oscar nomination for her work on the Guillermo del Toro film "Frankenstein." She discusses her decision to use bright jewel tones, the design choices behind Elizabeth's epic wedding dress, and striking the right balance between historical accuracy and theatricality. This interview is part of our ongoing Oscars series "The Big Picture."  Photo: Mia Got...

Award-winning opera singer Joyce DiDonato  and string trio Time for Three  performs live portions of their song cycle, Emily — No Prisoner Be , based on the poetry of Emily Dickinson. The group will perform tonight at The Greene Space and on Thursday at Carnegie Hall. Image courtesy of Joyce DiDonato Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection...

This winter has been incredibly cold in New York City. With long days spent inside and with the sun going down early, many might be struggling with Seasonal Affective Disorder, also known as seasonal depression. Dr. Paul Desan , associate professor of psychiatry at the Yale School of Medicine, gives listeners a better understanding of how Seasonal Affective Disorder works and tips for how to comba...

Want to journal more, but don't know where to start? A new journal from the team behind The Moth helps tell your life story through 150 different prompts. Christina Norman , chief creative officer of The Moth, discusses the new book, My Life in Stories: A Guided Journal from The Moth .  Photo By Carlos Avila Gonzalez/The San Francisco Chronicle via Getty Images Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz com...

[REBROADCAST FROM November 7, 2025] In December 1974, the writer Linda Rosenkrantz recorded a conversation with the influential downtown photographer Peter Hujar, to hear how he spent a day over a 24 hour period. The tape of the conversation has been lost, but a transcript was recently discovered at The Morgan Library & Museum. The transcript has been adapted almost word for word in a new movie ad...

[REBROADCAST FROM September 9, 2025] In a new thriller, a retail worker develops a parasocial relationship with a burgeoning pop star and finds a way into his orbit. Actor Théodore Pellerin and director Alex Russell discuss their film “Lurker,” which was a nominee at this year's Independent Spirit Awards.    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our co...