The Giles Files

Robin Givhan is a Senior Critic-At-Large and Pulitzer Prize winning journalist for her work at the Washington Post, a witty and keen observer of the intersection of politics, race, and the arts in today's crazy culture. We spent a wonderful afternoon breaking down everything from the politics of fashion to the fashion of politics. Plus, an exclusive history lesson from the oh-so charming spirit fr...

JUDGE NELSON JOHNSON is a prolific author, lawyer, and historian, who's best known for his NY Times bestseller "Boardwalk Empire," which was adapted into an award-winning HBO series.  A Hurrdat Media Production . Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network and learn more about our other services today...

Summer 2020 -  We've got the hook-up for a good time! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

"Look! Up in the sky...it's thunder! It's lightning! It's NBC's secret weapon, chief meteorologist Janice Huff!"  She's been the weather Wonder Woman for 25+ years -- you'll hear all about her brilliant beginnings and learn some slick stuff about the world of meteorology. Plus: a journey into Nancy's nutty subliminal shelter-in-place corona virus diary.  She may need to up her meds - you decide. A...

"Mikey" is a black republican! A horror novelist! An almost-"woke" dad! All sides of the actor Michael Boatman, still fighting  "The Good Fight." on CBS All Access. Man, he's got stories for days! And Malibu may be the most famous beach in southern California, but the Malibu Diner in Hoboken, NJ has its own treasure.  Plus: a musical tribute to someone we've got issues with.  It's a feast for the...

Behind-the-scenes artistry isn't glamorous, but we want to give the glory to two bad-ass creatives: Cindi Gomes, sound technician for CBS News and Alexander Allen, celebrity stylist.  These two pros work their craft - from travels with candidate Barack Obama to Madonna's recent "Madam X" tour. Oh, snap! Plus another installment of "Know Your Damn History" See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/pr...

Forget the debates - I can't watch them anymore.  It's time for a candidate "kumbaya" as we move into 2020. And I have a plan that just might work. Give it a listen... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Fame! Fortune! Uncertainty! Rejection! Being an artist and actually making a living at your craft is no easy feat. We talk to legendary New Yorker cartoonist Roz Chast and celebrated painter-sculptor Jules Arthur to find out how they do it, why they do it, what keeps them sane, makes them laugh, and inspires their creative juices. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priv...

Who was your favorite science teacher? Wait: do you remember science class at all? Well, turn your phasers on "stun" and get woke with some knowledge from Derrick Pitts, Chief Astronomer and Planetarium Director for the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia. Science is everywhere, and he won't let you forget it!     See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at http...

As Ed Sullivan would say, "We have a really big show!" Grab a cocktail, put your feet up, and get your funny on! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Brillo pads! Microphones! And one of the best news correspondents in the biz. We grabbed Randall Pinkston, took him to the Andy Warhol exhibit at the Whitney Museum, to get the lowdown. And we show some love to Nancy P. and Shirley C., warriors both.   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I got my mind on my money and my money on my time!  We interview men and their pieces at WatchTime Magazine's 2018 luxury watch event in New York City.  It all winds together in the latest "Giles Files," plus a new holiday song full of cheer that 's sure to become a classic. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-in...

This just in: a "Giles Files" exclusive: public servants who actually serve the public! And a young citizen with stars and stripes in his eyes envisions his future in the political arena. Plus: another edition of "Know Your Damn History," and a boffo song featuring a throwdown between Senators Kamala Harris and Chuck Grassley!   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privac...

The Giles Files takes a road trip to Washington DC for a sassy conversation with our favorite pundit! Plus, a serendipitous drive-by with two ladies from the Daughters of the American Revolution! Add a dash of "Know Your Damn History," shake it with a James Brown redo, and pour over ice for a downright upright good time!    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Not...

The inside scoop on why high school boys don't like "hoes." AND: When is the N word cool..and when is it just plain rude?  PLUS: "I've got to make money for camp!"  Nancy's secret diaries, from her own teen years, reveal a young girl's psychotic schemes to achieve popularity. We compare notes, share memories, and get "woke" by four spirited students from Weehawken High School. See Privacy Policy a...

Listen to the lowdown on why we haven't posted in awhile. But stand by: more boffo episodes coming soon! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A movie cop goes berserk! A real life cop chills with chocolate treats!  We catch the story behind the story with filmmaker Cory Bowles and Captain Sean Kelly from the Weehawken Police Department . And what's with people jumping the line?  Is civility dead or just on the lam? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-i...

Producer Nancy Wyatt spotted a statue that looked a little strange! Take a listen, check it out on Instagram @thegilesfilespix, and help us make some sense out of it. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Is the bromance between Donny and Vlad going through a rough patch? Who cares! We've got our own Russian comrade and he's got a few sweet tales of his own! And then a short conversation with the tall and seriously funny Judy Gold, a standup/sit-down/Emmy-winning media star. Plus a hit Broadway tune raps it all up.    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...

Sirius XM host Pete Dominic wants his country back and Glenda Hill wants her Arkansas back - say what? Meanwhile, Trump is churning out a tweet-storm of loony proclamations. Sad! Plus: check me while I almost bid on a sexy '69 Hemi 'Cuda, with dual carbs and a 4-speed pistol-grip shift. All on our latest boffo episode of "The Giles Files See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Californ...

The Emmy-winning comedian Joy Behar from "THE VIEW" talks about life, karma and flirting with Republicans; from Splendora Texas, meet Alton Dulaney: artist, teacher and all around stylish dude; plus a country music tribute to a powerful man who is chock full-o-nuts.  Add a ukulele and some powerful office chat for another boffo episode of "The Giles Files."    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.c...

Dean Obeidallah is a comedian, essayist, Sirius XM talk show host, activist and co-producer of the documentary "The Muslims Are Coming". Dean shares his undercover mission and a beverage obsession! Meet the newest playwright on the scene, Faith Villanueva, and find out why candy matters. Then groove to our political parody scribed to White Rabbit. Add a ukelele, shake well and you've got "The Gile...

Robert Osborne, the gracious and elegant Turner Classic Movies host for the last 23 years, passed away on March 6, 2017. He was 84. We had the joy of sailing with Robert on a TCM Classic Movie Cruise just over a year ago and our interview with him was more like a wonderful conversation between friends. And speaking of friends, Robert brought along some of his favorites (and some of the best in the...

The story behind the story of my day at the Women's March in New York City, with producer Nancy Wyatt. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Did you know that the musical "Hello Dolly" left deep emotional scars on comedian Lewis Black? Or that MSNBC's Joy Reid is a coffee freak? Add a musical shout-out to President Barack Obama, and you've got another kick-ass edition of "The Giles Files". See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.