Radio Production Work
Since 2019, I have been a full-time producer for All Of It with Alison Stewart, WNYC’s live culture show. We are live from 12-2 pm ET Monday-Friday. I regularly produce 4-5 segments a week for the show.
Below is a selection of some of my favorite conversations I’ve booked and produced for the show.
'We Live in Cairo,' A New Musical About the Egyptian Revolution
November 15th, 2024
A new musical at the New York Theatre Workshop, "We Live in Cairo," tells the story of six activists who participate in the Egyptian Revolution, and must cope with the fallout. Brothers Daniel and Patrick Lazour, known as The Lazours, join us to discuss writing the music, lyrics, and book for the musical. We're also joined by actor Ali Louis Bourzgui, who stars as Amir, a kid who writes an anthem for the revolution. "We Live in Cairo" was just extended through Wednesday, November 27.
Lake Street Dive Perform Live
June 21st, 2024
The band Lake Street Dive join us for a live special performance and to discuss their new album, Good Together, out today!
Alex Garland's 'Civil War'
April 8th, 2024
Acclaimed director Alex Garland joins us to discuss his latest film, "Civil War," which follows a group of journalists embedded within the military in the midst of a modern United States civil war. "Civil War" stars Kirsten Dunst, Wagner Moura, Jesse Plemons, Nick Offerman and more, and premieres in theaters on April 12.
Percival Everett's Re-telling of Huck Finn in 'James'
March 19th, 2024
Author Percival Everett had a big year, with the adaptation of his novel Erasure, "American Fiction," taking home the Oscar for Best Adapted Screenplay. Now, he's written a new novel, a retelling of the story of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn through the perspective of Jim, the enslaved man who joins Huck's journey. Everett joins us to discuss James.
The Harrowing Sound Design of 'The Zone of Interest' (The Big Picture)
February 16th, 2024
Much of the horror in the Holocaust film "The Zone of Interest" is not about what you see on screen, but the terrifying noises you hear in the distance. We talk about that creative choice with Oscar nominated sound designer Johnnie Burn as part of our series "The Big Picture," which focuses on nominees who work behind the camera.
Designing the World of 'Poor Things' (The Big Picture)
February 14th, 2024
In order to immerse viewers in a strange version of Victorian England and beyond for the film "Poor Things," production designers Shona Heath and James Price had a lot of sets to build and decorate, including a fantasy version of Lisbon and an elegant cruise ship. They join us to discuss their Oscar-nominated work for our ongoing series "The Big Picture," which spotlights Oscar nominees who work behind the camera.
How Will We Survive on a Warming Planet?
September 18th, 2023
According to experts, this summer was the hottest on record since temperature started being tracked in the 19th century. As New York City Climate Week kicks off, we examine how our lives will continue to change as a result of our warming planet. Jeff Goodell, author of the New York Times bestselling book, The Heat Will Kill You First: Life and Death on a Scorched Planet, will join us to discuss.
Zadie Smith's New Novel, 'The Fraud'
September 13, 2023
Zadie Smith joins us to discuss her new historical novel, The Fraud, which follows a white woman and a formerly enslaved Black man whose lives intersect as a result of a British court case in which a butcher claims he is the long-lost relative of a dead baronet, and should receive his fortune.
Julie Andrews and Daughter Emma Walton Hamilton on Their New Children's Book
September 5th, 2023
Beloved actor Julie Andrews has once again teamed up with her daughter Emma Walton Hamilton to write a children's book! Both women join us to discuss The Enchanted Symphony, which tells the story of a village overcome by a mysterious fog.
Ann Patchett’s New Novel, ‘Tom Lake’
July 27th, 2023
Beloved author Ann Patchett is back with a new novel, Tom Lake, which follows a woman telling her children the story of why she gave up acting after one big movie...and the gigantic movie star she once dated. Patchett joins us to discuss.
More Than Baseball
July 20th, 2023
"The League," the most recent film from acclaimed documentarian Sam Pollard, tells the story of the Negro Baseball League and how vital it was to the Black community as a whole. He joins to discuss and take your calls.
Sterling K. Brown and Mark Duplass Are the Last Men Alive in 'Biosphere'
July 13th, 2023
A new buddy-comedy stars Sterling K. Brown and Mark Duplass as two men who believe they are the last two humans left on earth, and must find a way to survive... and maybe continue the human race. Brown and Duplass join us to discuss "Biosphere," which is in theaters and available to stream on demand now.
Cynthia Nixon on Season Two of 'And Just Like That...'
June 23rd, 2023
The first episode of season two of the "Sex and the City" reboot "And Just Like That..." dropped last night. The show focuses on the beloved characters of Carrie, Miranda, and Charlotte, and this season also features a Samantha cameo. Former New York Gubernatorial candidate Cynthia Nixon stars as Miranda, and she also is the executive producer and directed some episodes for season two. Nixon joins us to discuss.
Christina Ricci on Season 2 of 'Yellowjackets' (Watch Party)
May 30th, 2023
The shocking season two finale of the beloved thriller "Yellowjackets" aired this weekend. We are joined by actor Christina Ricci, who stars as the bubbly and murderous Misty. We speak about her character's development, and newfound romance this season. Plus, we take your calls!
Tony Nominee Sean Hayes Shows Off His Pianist Background in 'Good Night, Oscar'
May 15, 2023
Actor Sean Hayes has been nominated for a Tony for his role as musician and talk show mainstay Oscar Levant in the new play, "Good Night, Oscar." Hayes joins us to discuss the role, which allows him to show off his skills as a classically trained pianist. The play follows Levant after he leaves a mental hospital to appear on Jack Paar's show.
Pulitzer-Winning Novel 'Demon Copperhead,' by Barbara Kingsolver
May 10, 2023
The New York Times declared that one of the 10 best books of 2022 was the latest from Barbara Kingsolver, titled Demon Copperhead. It's a retelling of David Copperfield, set in 1990s Appalachia, following a young boy growing up in foster care.
Ariana DeBose's 'Authenticity' In Concert
April 5th, 2023
The new season of the musical theater-mashup series "Schmigadoon" premieres today and features Oscar-winning, BAFTA-winning, and Tony-nominated performer Ariana DeBose in the role of Emcee. On Saturday, Debose will perform her own musical mash-up of songs by Dionne Warwick, Stephen Sondheim, ABBA, and more as part of her original solo concert, titled "Authenticity," debuting the Lincoln Center series, "American Songbook: A Place You Belong." DeBose joins us to preview the show and discuss her career.