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Live Wire with Luke Burbank

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Like late-night for radio, hosted by Luke Burbank (Wait Wait Don’t Tell Me), the show artfully blends an eclectic mix of artists, musicians, writers, filmmakers, comedians and cultural observers. Music, comedy, and conversation, live and packed with surprises.

Like late-night for radio, hosted by Luke Burbank (Wait Wait Don’t Tell Me), the show artfully blends an eclectic mix of artists, musicians, writers, filmmakers, comedians and cultural observers. Music, comedy, and conversation, live and packed with surprises.

539hr 43min
Thumbnail for "Courtenay Hameister, Charley Crockett, and Moshow the Cat Rapper".
This 20th Anniversary Special features writer and former Live Wire host Courtenay Hameister, plus music from Charley Crockett and Moshow the Cat Rapper.
Thumbnail for "Hari Kondabolu, Kristi Coulter, and Quasi".
This episode features comedian Hari Kondabula, writer Kristi Coulter, and music from indie rock duo Quasi.
Thumbnail for "Dulcé Sloan, Brian Lindstrom, and S.G. Goodman".
This episode features comedian Dulcé Sloan, filmmaker Brian Lindstrom, and music from singer-songwriter S.G. Goodman.
Thumbnail for "Sam Sanders, Reggie Watts, and Sway Wild (REBROADCAST)".
This episode features podcaster Sam Sanders, comedian Reggie Watts, and music from indie folk duo Sway Wild.
Thumbnail for "Bianca Bosker and Brittany Davis".
This episode features journalist Bianca Bosker and music from singer-songwriter Brittany Davis.
Thumbnail for "R. Eric Thomas, Ian Karmel, and NONBINARY GIRLFRIEND (REBROADCAST)".
This episode features author R. Eric Thomas, comedian Ian Karmel, and music from indie group NONBINARY GIRLFRIEND.
Thumbnail for "Paul F. Tompkins, Safiya Sinclair, Isabeau Waia'u Walker (REBROADCAST)".
This episode features comedian and podcaster Paul F. Tompkins, poet and memoirist Safiya Sinclair, and music from Isabeau Waia'u Walker.
Thumbnail for "Cheryl Strayed, Jay Jurden, and Dessa".
This episode features writer Cheryl Strayed, comedian Jay Jurden, and music from Dessa.
Thumbnail for "Aparna Nancherla, Gary Gulman, No-No Boy (REBROADCAST)".
This episode features comedian and writer Aparna Nancherla, stand-up comedy from Gary Gulman, and music from singer-songwriter No-No Boy.
Thumbnail for "Emily Flake, Tessa Hulls, and Pure Bathing Culture".
This episode features New Yorker cartoonist Emily Flake, writer and artist Tessa Hulls, and music from Pure Bathing Culture.
Thumbnail for "Gary Gulman, Anis Mojgani, and Olive Klug (REBROADCAST)".
This episode feature comedian Gary Gulman, Oregon Poet Laureate Anis Mojgani, and music from singer-songwriter Olive Klug.
Thumbnail for "Moshe Kasher, Mohanad Elshieky, and Glitterfox".
This episode features comedian and writer Moshe Kasher, stand-up from Mohanad Elshieky, and music from indie rock group Glitterfox.
Thumbnail for "Scott Aukerman, Sarafina El-Badry Nance, and Family Worship Center (REBROADCAST)".
This episode features writer and comedian Scott Aukerman, astrophysicist Sarafina El-Badry Nance, and music from Family Worship Center.
Thumbnail for "Lindy West, Paul F. Tompkins, and Ural Thomas & The Pain".
This episode features writer and podcaster Lindy West, comedian Paul F. Tompkins, and music from soul group Ural Thomas and the Pain.
Thumbnail for "Héctor Tobar, Jena Friedman, and Joseph (REBROADCAST)".
This episode features author Héctor Tobar, writer and comedian Jena Friedman, and music from indie folk trio Joseph.
Thumbnail for "Sloane Crosley, Roz Chast, and Black Belt Eagle Scout".
This episode features writer Sloane Crosley, The New Yorker Roz Chast, and Black Belt Eagle Scout.
Thumbnail for "Maria Bamford and Isabeau Waia'u Walker (REBROADCAST)".
This episode features comedian Maria Bamford and music from singer-songwriter Isabeau Waia'u Walker.
Thumbnail for "Dave Hill and No-No Boy".
This episode features comedian and writer Dave Hill and music from singer-songwriter No-No Boy.
Thumbnail for "Ken Jennings, Erica Berry, and Making Movies (REBROADCAST)".
This episode features author and Jeopardy co-host Ken Jennings, writer Erica Berry, and music from rock group Making Movies.
Thumbnail for "EXTRA: Author Curtis Sittenfeld on the Longevity of Rom-Com Couples".
To celebrate Valentine's Day, this extra episode features author Curtis Sittenfeld on rom-com couples.
Thumbnail for "Avery Trufelman, Camille Dungy, and Olive Klug".
This episode features podcaster Avery Trufelman, author Camille Dungy, and singer-songwriter Olive Klug.
Thumbnail for "Black History Month Special: Tracy K. Smith, Saeed Jones, and Meklit".
This Black History Month Special features the 22nd U.S. Poet Laureate Tracy K. Smith, writer and poet Saeed Jones, and music from singer-songwriter Meklit.
Thumbnail for "J. Wortham, Curtis Sittenfeld, and Margo Cilker ".
This episode features journalist J. Wortham of The New York Times Magazine, author Curtis Sittenfeld, and singer-songwriter Margo Cilker.
Thumbnail for "Jamie Loftus, J. Kenji Lopez-Alt, and Danielle Ponder (REBROADCAST)".
This episode features writer and podcaster Jamie Loftus, chef J. Kenji Lopez-Alt, and music from Danielle Ponder.
Thumbnail for "Hari Kondabolu, Kristi Coulter, and Quasi".
This episode features comedian Hari Kondabula, writer Kristi Coulter, and music from indie rock duo Quasi.
Thumbnail for "Ari Shapiro and Demi Adejuyigbe (REBROADCAST)".
This episode features journalist Ari Shapiro (All Things Considered) and comedian and TV writer Demi Adejuyigbe.
Thumbnail for "Timothy Egan and Dessa (REBROADCAST)".
This episode features acclaimed author Timothy Egan, plus rapper and poet Dessa.
Thumbnail for "Paul F. Tompkins, José Olivarez, and Esme Patterson".
This special holiday edition of Live Wire features comedian and podcaster Paul F. Tompkins, poet José Olivarez, and singer-songwriter Esme Patterson.
Thumbnail for "EXTRA: Aparna Nancherla & Celebrity Lowlights".
In this podcast extra, comedian Aparna Nancherla (Unreliable Narrator: Me, Myself and Imposter Syndrome) is quizzed on the former "career lowlights" of some high-profile celebrities.
Thumbnail for "REBROADCAST: Laura Chinn, Mohanad Elshieky, and Jenny Conlee".
This episode features writer and director Laura Chinn, standup comedian Mohanad Elshieky, and music Jenny Conlee of The Decemberists.
Thumbnail for "Sam Sanders, Reggie Watts, and Sway Wild".
This episode features podcaster Sam Sanders, coemdian Reggie Watts, and music from indie folk duo Sway Wild.
Thumbnail for "REBROADCAST: Dana Schwartz, Jenny Odell, and Black Belt Eagle Scout".
This episode features YA author and podcaster Dana Schwartz, writer Jenny Odell, and music from Black Belt Eagle Scout.
Thumbnail for "R. Eric Thomas, Ian Karmel, and NONBINARY GIRLFRIEND".
This episode features author R. Eric Thomas, comedian Ian Karmel, and music from indie group NONBINARY GIRLFRIEND.
Thumbnail for "REBROADCAST: Kelsey McKinney, Brenda Shaughnessy, and Madison Cunningham".
This episode features podcaster and journalist Kelsey McKinney, poet Brenda Shaughnessy, and music from singer-songwriter Madison Cunningham.
Thumbnail for "Paul F. Tompkins, Safiya Sinclair, and Isabeau Waia'u Walker".
This episode features comedian and podcaster Paul F. Tompkins, poet and memoirist Safiya Sinclair, and music from Isabeau Waia'u Walker.
Thumbnail for "REBROADCAST: Lauren Fleshman, Joey Clift, and Who Is She".
This episode features runner and author Lauren Fleshman, comedian and writer Joey Clift, and music from indie supergroup Who Is She?
Thumbnail for "Aparna Nancherla, Gary Gulman, and No-No Boy ".
This episode features comedian and writer Aparna Nancherla, stand-up comedy from Gary Gulman, and music from singer-songwriter No-No Boy.
Thumbnail for "REBROADCAST: Cheryl Strayed, Joseph Earl Thomas, and Stephanie Anne Johnson".
This episode features author Cheryl Strayed, writer Joseph Earl Thomas, and music from singer-songwriter Stephanie Anne Johnson.
Thumbnail for "Gary Gulman, Anis Mojgani, and Olive Klug".
This episode feature comedian Gary Gulman, Oregon Poet Laureate Anis Mojgani, and music from singer-songwriter Olive Klug.
Thumbnail for "REBROADCAST: Ross Gay, Iliana Regan, and Baroque Betty with Mood Area 52 ".
This episode features poet and essayist Ross Gay, writer and Michelin Star chef Iliana Regan, and music Baroque Betty with Mood Area 52.
Thumbnail for "Scott Aukerman, Sarafina El-Badry Nance, and Family Worship Center".
This episode features writer and comedian Scott Aukerman, astrophysicist Sarafina El-Badry Nance, and music from Family Worship Center.
Thumbnail for "REBROADCAST: Hari Kondabolu and Margo Cilker".
This episode features comedian Hari Kondabolu ("Snack vs. Chef") and singer-songwriter Margo Cilker.
Thumbnail for "Héctor Tobar, Jena Friedman, and Joseph ".
This episode features author Héctor Tobar, writer and comedian Jena Friedman, and music from indie folk trio Joseph.
Thumbnail for "REBROADCAST: J. Kenji Lopez-Alt, Sara Schaefer, and Dehd".
This episode features chef and writer J. Kenji Lopez-Alt, comedian Sara Schaefer, and music from indie rock group Dehd.
Thumbnail for "Maria Bamford and Isabeau Waia'u Walker".
This episode features comedian Maria Bamford and music from singer-songwriter Isabeau Waia'u Walker.
Thumbnail for "REBROADCAST: Saeed Jones, Silvia Moreno-Garcia, and The Lowest Pair".
This episode features poet Saeed Jones, writer Silvia Moreno-Garcia, and indie-folk duo The Lowest Pair.
Thumbnail for "REBROADCAST: Aubrey Gordon, Chris Meija, and Danielle Ponder".
This episode features podcaster Aubrey Gordon, standup comedian Chris Meija, and music from Danielle Ponder.
Thumbnail for "EXTRA: Jamie Loftus & The State Slogan Showdown".
In this extra episode, podcaster, writer, and road-tripper Jamie Loftus (Raw Dog: The Naked Truth about Hot Dogs) tests her knowledge of the official slogans of various American states.
Thumbnail for "REBROADCAST: Nora McInerny, Nabil Ayers, and Madison Cunningham".
This episode features podcaster and writer Nora McInerny, music industry entrepreneur Nabil Ayers, and singer-songwriter Madison Cunningham.
Thumbnail for "REBROADCAST: George Saunders and Samantha Crain".
This episode features acclaimed writer George Saunders and singer-songwriter Samantha Crain.
Thumbnail for "Ken Jennings, Erica Berry, and Making Movies".
This episode features author and Jeopardy co-host Ken Jennings, writer Erica Berry, and music from rock group Making Movies.
Thumbnail for "Washington Post Reporter Casey Parks on "Diary of a Misfit"".
This episode features Washington Post reporter Casey Park and singer-songwriter Thunderstorm Artis.
Thumbnail for "All Things Considered's Ari Shapiro on "The Best Strangers in the World"".
This episode features journalist Ari Shapiro (All Things Considered) and comedian and TV writer Demi Adejuyigbe.
Thumbnail for "Ginny Hogan is More Dateable Than a Plate of Refried Beans".
This episode features satirist Ginny Hogan, Oregon's Poet Laureate Anis Mojgani, and music from Jimmie Herrod.
Thumbnail for "Jamie Loftus on "Raw Dog: The Naked Truth About Hot Dogs"".
This episode features writer and podcaster Jamie Loftus, poet José Olivarez, and music from Danielle Ponder.
Thumbnail for "Sona Movsesian is The World's Worst Assistant ".
This episode features writer and podcaster Sona Movsesian, stand-up comedian Marcella Arguello, and music from Brown Calculus.
Thumbnail for "Timothy Egan Grapples with the KKK and Rapper/Poet Dessa Spars with AI".
This episode features acclaimed author Timothy Egan, plus rapper and poet Dessa.
Thumbnail for "Podcaster Sam Sanders is "Into It"".
This episode features podcaster Sam Sanders, writer Erika L. Sanchez, and music from singer-songwriter John Craigie.
Thumbnail for "Florida Girls' Laura Chinn on "Acne" ".
This episode features writer and director Laura Chinn, standup comedian Mohanad Elshieky, and music Jenny Conlee of The Decemberists.
Thumbnail for "Isaac Fitzgerald on "Dirtbag, Massachusetts" ".
This episode features writer Isaac Fitzgerald, stand-up comedian Carmen Lagala, and music from multi-media artist No-No Boy.
Thumbnail for "Traveling Through Time with Dana Schwartz and Jenny Odell".
This episode features YA author and podcaster Dana Schwartz, writer Jenny Odell, and music from Black Belt Eagle Scout.
Thumbnail for "Chuck Klosterman Revisits The Nineties".
This episode features writer Chuck Klosterman and music from international rock group Making Movies.
Thumbnail for "Normal Gossip's Kelsey McKinney Defends Dishing".
This episode features podcaster and journalist Kelsey McKinney, poet Brenda Shaughnessy, and music from singer-songwriter Madison Cunningham.
Thumbnail for "EXTRA: Normal Gossip's Kelsey McKinney Spills the "Jar of Tea"".
In this podcast extra, journalist and Normal Gossip podcaster gives advice on gossip etiquette.
Thumbnail for "Michelle Zauner (a.k.a. Japanese Breakfast) on "Crying in H Mart”".
This episode features musician and writer Michelle Zauner (a.k.a. Japanese Breakfast), standup comedian Sean Patton, and singer-songwriter Kurt Vile.
Thumbnail for "The New Yorker's Adam Gopnik Tackles "The Real Work"".
This episode features New Yorker writer Adam Gopnik, standup comedian Abby Govindan, and music from singer-songwriter Reckless Son.
Thumbnail for "EXTRA: Christopher Walken Invites You to Become a Member".
Luke and Elena explore their best celebrity impersonations in a desperate attempt to get you to join the League of Extraordinary Listeners!
Thumbnail for "Jon Mooallem Contemplates His "Serious Face" & The Sports Bra Turns 1".
This episode features New York Times Magazine writer Jon Mooallem, chef and bar owner Jenny Nguyen, and music from singer-songwriter Laura Veirs.
Thumbnail for "EXTRA: Cheryl Strayed Gives Advice on "Tiny Meaningless Things"".
In this podcast EXTRA, celebrated author Cheryl Strayed (Wild, Tiny Beautiful Things) dons her Dear Sugar persona to give advice on some meaningless scenarios.
Thumbnail for "Runner Lauren Fleshman on Being "Good for a Girl" ".
This episode features runner and author Lauren Fleshman, comedian and writer Joey Clift, and music from indie supergroup Who Is She?
Thumbnail for "Dylan Marron on "Conversations with People Who Hate Me"".
This episode features podcaster and writer Dylan Marron and music from Brittany Davis
Thumbnail for "Cheryl Strayed's "Tiny Beautiful Things" Comes to Hulu".
This episode features author Cheryl Strayed ("Tiny Beautiful Things"), writer Joseph Earl Thomas, and music from singer-songwriter Stephanie Anne Johnson.
Thumbnail for "Andrew Bird on "Inside Problems" & "Gastro Obscura" author Cecily Wong  ".
This episode features indie rock singer-songwriter Andrew Bird, plus "Gastro Obscura" author Cecily Wong
Thumbnail for "EXTRA: Michelin Star Chef Iliana Regan on Metal Music vs Mushrooms".
In this podcast EXTRA, Michelin star chef and forager Iliana Regan plays a round of "Metal vs Mushroom."
Thumbnail for "Ross Gay on "Inciting Joy" & Foraging with Michelin Star Chef Iliana Regan".
This episode features poet and essayist Ross Gay, writer and Michelin Star chef Iliana Regan, and music Baroque Betty with Mood Area 52.
Thumbnail for "Women's History with Jamie Loftus, Silvia Vasquez-Lavado, and Ani DiFranco ".
This "Women's History Month" special episode features comedian and podcaster Jamie Loftus, writer and mountaineer Silvia Vasquez-Lavado, and music from feminist icon and activist Ani DiFranco.
Thumbnail for "Snack vs Chef's Hari Kondabolu, plus Margo Cilker".
This episode features comedian Hari Kondabolu ("Snack vs. Chef") and singer-songwriter Margo Cilker.
Thumbnail for "John Craigie & The New Yorker's Kathryn Schulz".
This episode features New Yorker writer Kathryn Schultz, football coach Keanon Lowe, and music from singer-songwriter John Craigie.
Thumbnail for "Saeed Jones, Silvia Moreno-Garcia, and The Lowest Pair".
This episode features poet Saeed Jones, writer Silvia Moreno-Garcia, and indie-folk duo The Lowest Pair.
Thumbnail for "Sam Jay, Jelani Memory, Leyla McCalla, and Black Violin".
This "Black History Month" special episode features comedian and TV writer Sam Jay, publisher Jelani Memory, and music from Leyla McCalla and Black Violin.
Thumbnail for "J. Kenji López-Alt, Sara Schaefer, and Dehd ".
This episode features chef and writer J. Kenji Lopez-Alt, comedian Sara Schaefer, and music from indie rock group Dehd.
Thumbnail for "John Waters, Sasha LaPointe, and Deep Sea Diver".
This episode features filmmaker John Waters, writer Sasha LaPoint, and music from indie rock band Deep Sea Diver.
Thumbnail for "Aubrey Gordon, Chris Meija, and Danielle Ponder".
This episode features podcaster Aubrey Gordon, standup comedian Chris Meija, and music from Danielle Ponder.
Thumbnail for "EXTRA: Maintenance Phase's Aubrey Gordon & The Jar of Truth".
In this podcast EXTRA, Maintenance Phase podcaster Audrey Gordon gives her hot takes on some fads past and present.
Thumbnail for "Gregory Gourdet and No-No Boy".
This episode features celebrated chef and restaurateur Gregory Gourdet, plus music from singer-songwriter No-No Boy.
Thumbnail for "Molly Shannon and Tuelo".
This episode features actor and comedian Molly Shannon and music by South African rocker Tuelo.
Thumbnail for "Paul F. Tompkins, Sarah Marshall, and Jimmie Herrod".
This special Holiday Edition of Live Wire features comedian Paul F. Tompkins, podcaster Sarah Marshall of You're Wrong About, and music from jazz vocalist Jimmie Herrod of Pink Martini.
Thumbnail for "EXTRA: Demi Adejuyigbe Sings "Rock n' Roll Santa Claus"".
In this podcast EXTRA, comedian and writer Demi Adejuyigbe serenades us from the live stage with his own holiday song, "Rock n' Roll Santa Claus."
Thumbnail for "Nora McInerny, Nabil Ayers, and Madison Cunningham".
This episode features podcaster and writer Nora McInerny, music industry entrepreneur Nabil Ayers, and singer-songwriter Madison Cunningham.
Thumbnail for "Jamie Loftus, Jelani Memory, and Tolliver".
This episode features comedian and podcaster Jamie Loftus, writer and publisher Jelani Memory, and music from Tolliver.
Thumbnail for "John Darnielle of The Mountain Goats and Dessa".
This episode features writer and frontman of The Mountain Goats John Darnielle, plus rapper and podcaster Dessa.
Thumbnail for "George Saunders and Samantha Crain".
This episode features acclaimed writer George Saunders and singer-songwriter Samantha Crain.
Thumbnail for "Silvia Vasquez-Lavado, Curtis Cook, and Patterson Hood of Drive-By Truckers".
This episode features writer and mountaineer Silvia Vasquez-Lavado, comedian Curtis Cook, and music from singer-songwriter Patterson Hood of Drive-By Truckers.
Thumbnail for "Best News: Too Much Gobble".
Luke and Elena discuss disturbing Times Square billboards, kittens in a fighter jet, and cuddling turkeys.
Thumbnail for "Casey Parks and Thunderstorm Artis ".
This episode features Washington Post reporter Casey Park and singer-songerwriter and The Voice finalist Thunderstorm Artis.
Thumbnail for "Best News: The Dolly-dar is Beeping!".
Luke and Elena discuss a (now debunked) dazzling detail about Julia Roberts, Dolly Parton's rock 'n' roll aspirations, and how a man provided the city of Philadelphia some much-needed solace... via a rotisserie chicken-eating marathon.
Thumbnail for "Kaveh Akbar, Danielle Henderson, and Deep Sea Diver".
This episode features poet Kaveh Akbar, writer Danielle Henderson, and music from indie rock band Deep Sea Diver.
Thumbnail for "Best News: Expect Spectacle".
Luke and Elena discuss a motorcycling sabbatical, Susie Burbank's dance stylings, and wedding rendition of Mambo No. 5.
Thumbnail for "Ginny Hogan, Anis Mojgani, and Pink Martini's Jimmie Herrod".
This episode features satirist Ginny Hogan, Oregon's Poet Laureate Anis Mojgani, and music from Pink Martini's Jimmie Herrod.
Thumbnail for "Best News: It's Wine O'Clock Somewhere".
"Luke and Elena discuss Airbnb decor, a man who made a floating suit out of wine bottle corks, and an emo festival that collided with a Katy Perry concert in Las Vegas. "
Thumbnail for "Gary Shteyngart, Atsuko Okatska, and The Lowest Pair".
This episode features writer Gary Shteyngart, comedian Atsuko Okatska, and music from indie folk duo The Lowest Pair.
Thumbnail for "Best News: Durland and Darvin".
Luke and Elena discuss furniture-scratching cats, saxophone-accompanied brain surgery, and twins who finally sold their domain name.
Thumbnail for "Sona Movsesian, Marcella Arguello, and Brown Calculus ".
This episode features Conan O'Brien's assistant Sona Movsesian, stand-up comedian Marcella Arguello, and music from Brown Calculus.
Thumbnail for "Best News: I Love Fat Bears and I Cannot Lie    ".
Luke and Elena discuss Fat Bear Week, Trader Joe's sample resurgence, and Russell Crowe's charitable donations.
Thumbnail for "Tom Scharpling, Mohanad Elsheiky, and MAITA".
This episode features writer and radio host Tom Scharpling (The Best Show), comedian Mohanad Elshieky, and music from indie rock group MAITA
Thumbnail for "Best News: Dreams of Crystal Flutes".
Luke and Elena discuss misremembered vocal stylings, Lizzo taking James Madison's crystal flute out for a spin, and a 91-year-old man who found a new lease on life via macadamia farming.
Thumbnail for "Sam Sanders, Erika L. Sanchez, and John Craigie ".
This episode features podcaster Sam Sanders, writer Erika L. Sanchez, and music from singer-songwriter John Craigie.
Thumbnail for "Best News: Terrible Sandwich".
Luke and Elena discuss the Millennium Falcon of litter boxes, how Elton John made the President cry, and a kid whose lunch complaint went viral.
Thumbnail for "Nikki Sixx of Mötley Crüe, Todd Haynes, and Melanie Charles".
This episode features rocker Nikki Sixx of Mötley Crüe, filmmaker Todd Haynes, and music from Melanie Charles
Thumbnail for "Best News: Cardboard Dad".
Luke and Elena discuss Tony Passarello's Live Wire fandom, the first female Mariachi band in Denver Colorado, and rescuing a busload of stranded Torontonians.
Thumbnail for "Isaac Fitzgerald, Carmen Lagala, and No-No Boy".
This episode features writer Isaac Fitzgerald, stand-up comedian Carmen Lagala, and music from multi-media artist No-No Boy.
Thumbnail for "Best News: Corntastic!".
Luke and Elena discuss fly-by summers, food stand hustles, and South Dakota's Corn-Bassador. 
Thumbnail for "EXTRA: Paul F. Tompkins, Sarah Marshall, and Demi Adejuyigbe".
In this EXTRA, comedians and podcasters Paul F. Tompkins (Spontaneanation), Sarah Marshall (You're Wrong About) and Demi Adejuyigbe (Gilmore Guys) team up for a raucous round of "Whose Podcast Is It, Anyway?" live from the stage in Portland, Oregon.
Thumbnail for "Chuck Klosterman and Making Movies".
This episode features writer Chuck Klosterman and Making Movies
Thumbnail for "Nichole Perkins, Lucy Walker, and Joshua Henry".
This episode features writer Nichole Perkins, filmmaker Lucy Walker, and music from Broadway star Joshua Henry.
Thumbnail for "Dylan Marron and Brittany Davis".
This episode features podcaster and writer Dylan Marron and music from Brittany Davis
Thumbnail for "SNL's Cecily Strong and Rapper Shad".
This episode features writer and comedian Cecily Strong (Saturday Night Live) and rapper Shad.
Thumbnail for "Jon Mooallem, The Sport Bra's Jenny Nguyen, and Laura Veirs".
This episode features writer Jon Mooallem, chef and bar owner Jenny Nguyen, and music from singer-songwriter Laura Veirs.
Thumbnail for "Daisy Hernandez and Wayne Coyne of The Flaming Lips".
This episode features writer Daisy Hernandez and The Flaming Lips frontman Wayne Coyne.
Thumbnail for "Sam Jay, Sean Patton, and Kurt Vile".
This episode features comedian and Emmy Award-nominated writer Sam Jay, stand-up from Sean Patton, and music from singer-songwriter Kurt Vile.
Thumbnail for "Best News: Summer Break is Here!".
The Best News will return weekly beginning September 14, so stay tuned!
Thumbnail for "Kirsten Johnson, Chris Garcia, and Wilco's Jeff Tweedy ".
This Father's Day episode features filmmaker Kirsten Johnson, comedian Chris Garcia, and music from Wilco's Jeff Tweedy.
Thumbnail for "Best News: Whatever Rolls Your Meatball".
Luke and Elena discuss the Kate Bush resurgence, a missing dachshund that made its way into Hillary Swank's lap, and sexy Swedish trash cans.
Thumbnail for "Cecily Wong & Andrew Bird".
This episode features food writer Cecily Wong and indie rock singer-songwriter Andrew Bird.
Thumbnail for "Best News: Pounce de León".
Luke and Elena discuss a turtle on a Hot Wheel, "Hero Rats" with tiny backpacks, and endangered bees now classified as fish.
Thumbnail for "Kristen Arnett, James Kim, and Lavender Country".
In celebration of Pride Month, this special episode features writer Kristen Arnett, podcaster James Kim, and music from Lavender Country.
Thumbnail for "Kathryn Schulz, Keanon Lowe, and John Craigie".
This episode features New Yorker writer Kathryn Schultz, football coach Keanon Lowe, and music from singer-songwriter John Craigie.
Thumbnail for "Best News: The Hunter S. Thompson of Public Radio".
Luke and Elena discuss kitten claws, a high school student who subbed in as Pearl Jam’s drummer, and a Minnesota prison program that teaches tattooing to inmates.
Thumbnail for "Anna Sale, Elissa Washuta, and Juliana Hatfield".
This episode features podcast host Anna Sale, writer Elissa Washuta, and music from indie rocker Juliana Hatfield.
Thumbnail for "Best News: Spring Pong!".
Luke and Elena discuss ping-pong showmanship, TikTok's favorite baseball team, and a passenger with no flight experience who emergency-landed a plane at Florida airport.
Thumbnail for "John Waters, Sasha LaPointe, and Deep Sea Diver".
This episode features filmmaker John Waters, writer Sasha LaPoint, and music from indie rock band Deep Sea Diver.
Thumbnail for "Best News: Space Crime & Punishment".
Luke and Elena discuss a young listener's quest to transcribe a 200-year French diary, Canadians barred from committing murder in space, and the triumphant return of the California condors.
Thumbnail for "Michelle Zauner of Japanese Breakfast, Quiara Alegría Hudes, and Moorea Masa".
Live Wire celebrates Mother's Day with musician and writer Michelle Zauner (a.k.a. Japanese Breakfast), Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Quiara Alegría Hudes, and music from Moorea Masa.
Thumbnail for "Best News: "A Robot Walks into a Bar..."".
Luke and Elena discuss recording this week from a Mazda rental car, a robot living with a penguin colony in Antarctica, and a nonprofit that sends unused hotel soap to people in need.
Thumbnail for "Chef Gregory Gourdet and No-No Boy".
This episode features celebrated chef and restaurateur Gregory Gourdet and music from singer-songwriter No-No Boy.
Thumbnail for "Best News: Smell You, Nancy Drew!".
Luke and Elena discuss a guilt-ridden mail bag, a lemonade stand raising money for the Humane Society, and an anonymous French man who's donating his lottery winnings to help the planet. 
Thumbnail for "Laci Mosley of Scam Goddess podcast, Marlee Matlin, and Kishi Bashi".
This episode features comedian and podcaster Laci Mosley, actor Marlee Matlin, and music from Kishi Bashi.
Thumbnail for "Best News: Teaching Them to Flush is the Hard Part".
Luke and Elena discuss kitty adoptee Bubbles Burbank, a new Pink Floyd song in solidarity with Ukraine, a prom dress giveaway, and 90s butt cuts.
Thumbnail for "Former SNL star Molly Shannon and Tuelo".
This episode features actor and comedian Molly Shannon and music by South African rocker Tuelo.
Thumbnail for "Best News: Flying the Coop with Flamingo 492".
Luke and Elena discuss Band-Aid haute couture, a runaway flamingo living his best life in Texas, and a hyperpolyglot who finds empathy through language learning.
Thumbnail for "Roger Reeves, Anis Mojgani, Franny Choi, and Derrick C. Brown with The Helio Sequence".
In celebration of National Poetry Month, Live Wire welcomes poets Roger Reeves, Anis Mojgani, Franny Choi, and Derrick C. Brown with musical accompaniment by The Helio Sequence.
Thumbnail for "Best News: Sobbing to Prince".
Luke and Elena discuss "guilty" fan mail, one teacher's maligned footwear, and newly discovered footage of a young Prince standing up for public school teachers.
Thumbnail for "Jamie Loftus, Jelani Memory, and Tolliver".
This episode features comedian and podcaster Jamie Loftus, writer and publisher Jelani Memory, and music from Tolliver.
Thumbnail for "Best News: The Susie Burbank Rule".
Luke and Elena discuss rolling mangos, the book lady of Danville, Virginia, and a happily ever after for a supposedly "gay" dog.
Thumbnail for "Chris Gethard, Julia Rosen, and Shakey Graves".
This episode features comedian Chris Gethard, science journalist Julia Rosen, and music from singer-songwriter Shakey Graves.
Thumbnail for "Best News: The Backstreet Breakers".
Luke and Elena discuss an all-Black, female WWII battalion, cardboard shredding in Hawaii, and Luke's breakdancing crew.
Thumbnail for "Silvia Vasquez-Lavado, Curtis Cook, and Patterson Hood".
This episode features writer and mountaineer Silvia Vasquez-Lavado, comedian Curtis Cook, and music from singer-songwriter Patterson Hood.
Thumbnail for "Best News: Macho Nacho Man".
Luke and Elena discuss appliance clocks, a veteran elementary school teacher who has raised over $100,000 to keep students from going hungry over break, and the recent discovery of the century-old Endurance shipwreck.
Thumbnail for "Andrea Nevins, Melissa Febos, and Pink Martini".
These Women's History Month special features filmmaker Andrea Nevins, writer Melissa Febos, and music from Pink Martini.
Thumbnail for "Best News: Press 3 for a Pep Talk".
Luke and Elena discuss peduncle elongation, an elementary school hotline that's lifting spirits, and the "original" Wordle (as well as its many variations).
Thumbnail for "John Darnielle of The Mountain Goats and Dessa ".
This epsiode features novelist and frontman of The Mountain Goats, plus rapper and podcaster Dessa.
Thumbnail for "Best News: Who Framed Hank the Tank?".
Luke and Elena discuss fan mail, a baby born at 2:22AM on February 22, 2022, plus a 500-pound bear who was falsely accused of home break-ins in Lake Tahoe.
Thumbnail for "Karen Russell, Marcella Arguello, and Ani DiFranco".
This episode features author Karen Russell, comedian Marcella Arguello, and music from Ani DiFranco
Thumbnail for "Best News: Quilt Your Feelings".
Luke and Elena discuss Jeopardy consulation prizes, boutique road races, diorama diner cats, and a centenary woman getting a special birthday tattoo.
Thumbnail for "W. Kamau Bell & Katie King, Paul F. Tompkins, and Keb' Mo'".
The episode features filmmakers W. Kamau Bell & Katie King, comedian Paul F. Tompkins, and music from Grammy Award-winning blues artist Keb' Mo'.
Thumbnail for "Best News: The Elvis of Running Shorts".
Luke and Elena discuss young fatherhood, robot care, a prescription Parks Pass, and Olympic gold medalist Erin Jackson.
Thumbnail for "Michael Schur, Demi Adejuyigbe, and Shovels & Rope".
This episode features television writer Michael Schur, comedian Demi Adejuyigbe, and music from folk due Shovels & Rope
Thumbnail for "Best News: Dolly on a Dinosaur".
Luke and Elena discuss work robes and bed desks, a Harvard thesis-turned-TikTok musical, and a 5-year-old offering his own quirky pearls of wisdom.
Thumbnail for "Hanif Abdurraqib, Clint Smith, and Melanie Charles".
This Black History Month Special features award-winning writers Hanif Abdurraqib and Clint Smith, with music from genre-bending powerhouse Melanie Charles
Thumbnail for "Best News: Telly Savalas Graphing Calculator".
Luke and Elena discuss "healthy" potato chips, John Prine tattoos, a pug "bark" mitzvah, and the USA Mullet Championships
Thumbnail for "Matthew Gavin Frank, Davy Rothbart & Cheryl Sanford, and Andrew Bird & Jimbo Mathus".
This episode features writer Matthew Gavin Frank, filmmakers Davy Rothbart & Cheryl Sanford, and music from Andrew Bird & Jimbo Mathus
Thumbnail for "Best News: Appliancegate".
Luke and Elena discuss Star Trek retractions, college blackboards, cow hoof trimming, cat hijackers, and the importance of tipping.
Thumbnail for "Paul F. Tompkins, Sarah Marshall, and Buffalo Nichols".
This epsiode features comedian Paul F. Tompkins, podcaster and social critic Sarah Marshall, and music from blues artist Buffalo Nichols
Thumbnail for "Best News: Fish-Operated Vehicles".
Luke and Elena discuss Wordle scores, mom feedback, laughing animals, and driving goldfish.
Thumbnail for "Dead Eyes podcaster Connor Ratliff, Mikki Kendall, and Faye Webster".
This episode features actor and podcaster Connor ratliff, writer Mikki Kendall, and indie folk artist Faye Webster
Thumbnail for "Best News: Kangaroo on the Rocks".
Luke and Elena discuss Dry January, breakthrough COVID, kangaroo rescues, and the legacy of Allen Toussaint.
Thumbnail for "Kaveh Akbar, Danielle Henderson, and Deep Sea Diver".
This episode features poet Kaveh Akbar, writer Danielle Henderson, and music from indie rock band Deep Sea Diver
Thumbnail for "David Duchovny, Nick & Kaylee Woodard, and Jensen McRae".
This episode features actor and writer David Duchovny, jump rope world champions Nick & Kaylee Woodard, and music from singer-songwriter Jensen McRae
Thumbnail for "Talib Kweli, George Saunders, and Jillette Johnson".
This episode features hip hop artist and activist Talib Kweli, celebrated writer George Saunders, and music from singer-songwriter Jillette Johnson
Thumbnail for "Ashley C. Ford and John Green ".
This "Best of Books" special features celebrated writers Ashley C. Ford and John Green
Thumbnail for "Penny Lane, Omar El Akkad, and The Dip ".
This episode features filmmaker Penny Lane, writer Omar El Akkad, and music from The Dip
Thumbnail for "Roman Mars & Kurt Kohlstedt of 99% Invisible, Shayla Lawson, and Colin Hay".
This episode features 99% Invisible podcasters Roman Mars & Kurt Kohlstedt, writer Shayla Lawson, and music from singer-songwriter Colin Hay
Thumbnail for "Gary Shteyngart, Atsuko Okatsuka, and The Lowest Pair".
This episode features writer Gary Shteyngart, comedian Atsuko Okatska, and music from indie folk duo The Lowest Pair
Thumbnail for "Ijeoma Oluo, Jill Lepore, and The Bengsons".
This episode features writer Ijeoma Oluo, historian Jill Lepore, and music from indie folk duo The Bengsons
Thumbnail for "Tom Scharpling, Mohanad Elshieky, and MAITA  ".
This episode features writer and radio host Tom Scharpling (The Best Show), comedian Mohanad Elshieky, and music from indie rock group MAITA
Thumbnail for "Rachel Bloom, Natalie Diaz, and Kevin Morby".
This episode features actress and TV creator Rachel Bloom, poet Natalie Diaz, and music from singer-songwriter Kevin Morby
Thumbnail for "Nikki Sixx of Mötley Crüe, Todd Haynes, and Melanie Charles".
This episode features rocker Nikki Sixx of Mötley Crüe, filmmaker Todd Haynes, and music from Melanie Charles
Thumbnail for "Cristina Costantini & Kareem Tabsch and Anaïs Mitchell".
This epsiode features filmmakers Cristina Costantini & Kareem Tabsch, plus singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell, creator of the folk opera Hadestown.
Thumbnail for "Nick Offerman, Phoebe Robinson, and Adia Victoria".
This epsiode features actor and humorist Nick Offerman, comedian Phoebe Robinson, and music from gothic blues performer Adia Victoria
Thumbnail for "Demi Adejuyigbe, Jamie Loftus, and The War and Treaty".
This episode features actor and TV writer Demi Adejuyigbe, comedian and podcaster Jamie Loftus, and music from soul duo The War and Treaty
Thumbnail for "Marlee Matlin, Melissa Febos, and Ida Mae".
This episode features actor Marlee Martin, writer Melissa Febos, and music from folk-blues duo Ida Mae
Thumbnail for "Mary Norris, Ryan O'Connell, and Dirty Revival".
This episode features copy editor Mary Norris (The New Yorker), actor and writer Ryan O'Connell, and music from soul-rock group Dirty Revival
Thumbnail for "Mark Duplass & Natalie Morales, James Whiteside, and Dar Williams".
This episode features filmmakers Mark Duplass & Natalie Morales, ballet dancer James Whiteside, and music from singer-songwriter Dar Williams
Thumbnail for "Maria Bamford, Shain Brenden, and Brandy Clark".
This episode features comedian Maria Bamford, stand-up comic Shain Brenden, and music from Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Brandy Clark
Thumbnail for "Nichole Perkins, Lucy Walker, and Joshua Henry".
This episode features writer Nichole Perkins, Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Lucy Walker, and music from Hamilton's Joshua Henry
Thumbnail for "Hari Kondabolu, Sarah Scoles, and Angelica Garcia".
This episode features comedian Hari Kondabolu, science writer Sarah Scoles, and music from Angelica Garcia
Thumbnail for "SNL's Cecily Strong and Shad".
This episode features SNL cast member Cecily Strong and rapper Shad
Thumbnail for "Casey Cep, Matteo Lane, and Samantha Crain".
This episode features writer Casey Cep of The New Yorker, comedian Matteo Lane, and music from singer-songwriter Samantha Crain
Thumbnail for "Daisy Hernández and Wayne Coyne of The Flaming Lips".
This episode features writer Daisy Hernández and The Flaming Lips frontman Wayne Coyne
Thumbnail for "Lindy West, Kirsten Johnson, and Leyla McCalla".
This episode features writer Lindy West, filmmaker Kirsten Johnson, and music from Leyla McCalla
Thumbnail for "Lulu Miller of Radiolab, Sopan Deb, and Moorea Masa".
This episode features author and podcaster Lulu Miller, comedian and New York Times contributor Sopan Deb, and music from R&B songstress Moorea Masa
Thumbnail for "Hanif Abdurraqib, Eula Biss, and Lydia Loveless".
This episode features cultural critic and poet Hanif Abdurraqib, writer Eula Biss, and music from Lydia Loveless
Thumbnail for "Lidia Yuknavitch, Atsuko Okatsuka, and The Black Tones".
This episode features writer Lidia Yuknavitch, comedian Atsuko Okatsuka, and music from Seattle-based rock group The Black Tones
Thumbnail for " Lori Gottlieb, Mitchell S. Jackson, Mohanad Elshieky, and Revel in Dimes".
This episode features writer and psychotherapist Lori Gottlieb, Pulitzer Prize winner Mitchell S. Jackson, comedian Mohanad Elshieky, and music from Revel in Dimes
Thumbnail for "Ashley C. Ford and Amigo the Devil".
This episode features celebrated writer Ashley C. Ford and music from gothic folk icon Amigo the Devil
Thumbnail for "Adam Mansbach, Maya Forbes & China Forbes, and Kurt Braunohler".
This episode features writer Adam Mansbach, filmmaker Maya Forbes and singer China Forbes, plus comedy from Kurt Braunohler
Thumbnail for "Chris Gethard, Clint Smith, and Faye Webster".
This episode features comedian Chris Gethard, writer Clint Smith, and music from singer-songwriter Faye Webster
Thumbnail for "Daniel Lavery, Michael Arceneaux, and The Head and the Heart".
This episode includes writers Daniel Lavery and Michael Arceneaux, plus music from Jonathan Russell of indie folk group The Head and the Heart.
Thumbnail for "John Green and Dessa".
This episode includes bestselling author David Green and music from rapper Dessa
Thumbnail for "Samantha Irby, Jackie Kashian, and Fantastic Negrito".
This episode includes author Samantha Irby, comedian Jackie Kashian, and music from blues artist Fantastic Negrito
Thumbnail for "Anna Sale, Elissa Washuta, and Juliana Hatfield".
This episode includes podcaster Anna Sale, writer Elissa Washuta, and music from indie rocker Juliana Hatfield
Thumbnail for "Barry Sonnenfeld, Saeed Jones, Laurie Kilmartin, and Alela Diane".
This Mother's Day special episode includes filmmaker Barry Sonnenfeld, writer Saeed Jones, comedian Laurie Kilmartin, and music from Alela Diane
Thumbnail for "Michelle Zauner of Japanese Breakfast, Laci Mosley of Scam Goddess podcast, and Kishi Bashi".
This episode includes musician and writer Michelle Zauner, comedian Laci Mosley, and music from Kishi Bashi
Thumbnail for "Cameron Esposito, Ross Gay, and The Lone Bellow ".
This episode includes comedian Cameron Esposito, writer Ross Gay, and music from The Lone Bellow.
Thumbnail for "Quiara Alegría Hudes, Lauren Hough, and Black Violin".
This episode features playwright Quiara Alegría Hudes, essayist Lauren Hough, and music from hip hop duo Black Violin
Thumbnail for "Roger Reeves, Franny Choi, and Derrick Brown with The Helio Sequence".
This episode features poets Roger Reeves, Franny Choi, and Derrick C. Brown with musical accompaniment from The Helio Sequence
Thumbnail for "Hanif Abdurraqib, Andrea Nevins, and Shakey Graves".
This episode includes writer Hanif Abdurraqib, filmmaker Andrea Nevins, and music from Shakey Graves
Thumbnail for "Paula Poundstone, Joey Clift, and Jimmie Herrod".
This episode features comedian Paula Poundstone, comedy writer Joey Clift of "Our Fifty States Project," and music from Jimmie Herrod
Thumbnail for "Mikki Kendall, Jamie Loftus, and Pink Martini".
In celebration of Women's History Month, this episode features author and activist Mikki Kendall, comedian and podcaster Jamie Loftus, and music from Pink Martini
Thumbnail for "Shea Serrano, Brooks Wheelan & Nick Turner, and Waxahatchee".
This episode features writer Shea Serrano, comedians Brooks Wheelan & Nick Turner, and music from Waxahatchee
Thumbnail for "Matthew Gavin Frank, Davy Rothbart & Cheryl Sanford, Andrew Bird & Jimbo Mathus".
This episode features writer Matthew Gavin Frank, filmmaker Davy Rothbart & his subject Cheryl Sanford of the documentary film "17 Blocks," and music from Andrew Bird & Jimbo Mathus
Thumbnail for "Kevin Young, Ibtihaj Muhammad, Clyde W. Ford, and Amthyst Kiah".
In celebration of Black History Month, this episode features poet Kevin Young, groundbreaking Olympic fencer Ibtihaj Muhammad, writer and historian Clyde W. Ford, and music from Amythyst Kiah
Thumbnail for "Talib Kweli, George Saunders, and Jillette Johnson".
This episode features hip hop artist and activist Talib Kweli, celebrated writer George Saunders, and music from singer-songwriter Jillette Johnson
Thumbnail for "Naomi Ekperigin, Anis Mojgani, and The War and Treaty".
This episode features comedian Naomi Ekperigin, Poet Laureate of Oregon Anis Mojgani, and music from The War and Treaty
Thumbnail for "David Duchovny, Nick & Kaylee Woodard, and Jensen McRae".
This episode features actor and author David Duchovny, jump rope world champions Nick & Kaylee Woodard, and music from Jensen McRae
Thumbnail for "Nora McInerny, Jon Mooallem, and Wilco's Jeff Tweedy".
This episode features podcaster and grief expert Nora McInerny, writer Jon Mooallem, and music from Jeff Tweedy.
Thumbnail for "Dead Eyes podcaster Connor Ratliff, Dr. Carl Hart, and Ani DiFranco ".
This episode features actor Connor Ratliff of the podcast Dead Eyes, plus neuroscientist Dr. Carl Hart, and music from Ani DiFranco
Thumbnail for "Dani Shapiro, Chris Garcia, and Casey Neill & The Norway Rats".
This episode features writer Dani Shapiro, comedian Chris Garcia, and music from indie-rock band Casey Neill & The Norway Rats
Thumbnail for "Roman Mars & Kurt Kohlstedt, Shayla Lawson, and Colin Hay".
This episode features Roman Mars & Kurt Kohlstedt from the 99% Invisible podcast, plus poet and essayist Shayla Lawson, and music from Colin Hay
Thumbnail for "Shaughnessy Bishop-Stall, Jenny Bruso, and LaRhonda Steele".
This New Year's special episode features gonzo journalist Shaughnessy Bishop-Stall, founder of "Unlikely Hikers" Jenny Bruso, and music from blues performer LaRhonda Steele
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This "Best of 2020" holiday episode features masters of improv Thomas Middleditch & Ben Schwartz, comedian Atsuko Okatsuka, and music from singer-songwriter Amythyst Kiah
Thumbnail for "Ian Karmel, Al Letson, Caitlin Kunkel, and Laura Gibson".
This episode features comedian Ian Karmel, radio host Al Letson, writer and satirist Caitlin Kunkel, and music from singer-songwriter Laura Gibson
Thumbnail for "Ijeoma Oluo, Jill Lepore, and The Bengsons".
This episode features writer Ijeoma Oluo, historian and contributor at The New Yorker Jill Lepore, and music from indie folk duo The Bengsons
Thumbnail for "Abbi Jacobson, Nicole Chung, and The Dip ".
This episode features comedian, writer, and illustrator Abbi Jacobson ("Broad City"), author Nicole Chung, and music from soul group The Dip
Thumbnail for "Rachel Bloom, Natalie Diaz, and Kevin Morby".
This episode features entertainer and writer Rachel Bloom, poet Natalie Diaz, and music from singer-songwriter Kevin Morby
Thumbnail for "Phoebe Robinson, Thomas Page McBee, and Sammy Brue ".
This episode features comedian Phoebe Robinson, writer and amateur boxer Thomas Page McBee, and music from folk singer Sammy Brue
Thumbnail for "Lindy West, Kirsten Johnson, and Leyla McCalla".
This episode features New York Times opinion writer and bestselling author Lindy West, documentary filmmaker Kirsten Johnson, and music from cellist and folk singer Leyla McCalla
Thumbnail for "Jose Antonio Vargas, Danez Smith, and Angelica Garcia".
This "election special" episode features journalist and activist Jose Antonio Vargas, poet Danez Smith, and singer-songwriter Angelica Garcia
Thumbnail for "Cristina Costantini & Kareem Tabsch, and Anaïs Mitchell".
This episode gets into the spooky season with "Mucho Mucho Amor" filmmakers Cristina Costantini & Kareem Tabsch, plus singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell, the creator of the Tony Award-winning folk opera "Hadestown"
Thumbnail for "Tommy Pico, Eli Saslow, Emily Heller, and The Helio Sequence".
This episode learns the art of "letting go" with poet Tommy Pico, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Eli Saslow, and comedian Emily Heller, with music from The Helio Sequence
Thumbnail for "Lulu Miller, Sopan Deb, and Moorea Masa".
This episode features Radiolab co-host Lulu Miller, comedian and writer Sopan Deb, and music from Moorea Masa & The Mood
Thumbnail for "Tessa Fontaine, Abdi Nor Iftin, Moses Storm, and Laura Veirs".
This episode makes some "great escapes" with writer and former sideshow performer Tessa Fontaine, memoirist and visa lottery winner Abdi Nor Iftin, comedian Moses Storm, and music from Laura Veirs
Thumbnail for "Demi Adejuyigbe, Drew Magary, and The War and Treaty".
This episode features comedian Demi Adejuyigbe, journalist Drew Magary, and music from soulful duo The War and Treaty
Thumbnail for "Chapman & MacLain Way, Ahmed Bharoocha, Raley Schweinfurth, and Ron Artis II & The Truth".
This episode features Chapman & MacLain Way, the filmmakers behind Netflix's "Wild Wild Country" docuseries, as well as comedian Ahmed Bharoocha, bee activist Raley Schweinfurth, and music from Ron Artis II & The Truth
Thumbnail for "Hanif Abdurraqib, Eula Biss, and Lydia Loveless".
This episode features poet and cultural critic Hanif Abdurraqib, writer Eula Biss, and music from Lydia Loveless
Thumbnail for "Timothy Egan, Jeanette Ward, and Pure Bathing Culture".
This episode features Pulitzer Prize-winning writer Timothy Egan, cannabis activist Jeannette Ward Horton, and music from indie pop duo Pure Bathing Culture
Thumbnail for "Maria Bamford, Nore Davis, and Brandy Clark".
This episode features comedians Maria Bamford and Nore Davis, plus music from country singer-songwriter Brandy Clark
Thumbnail for "Chioke l’Anson, Leah Sottile, and Justin Townes Earle".
This episode features the voice of NPR’s underwriting, Chioke I’Anson, plus podcaster and investigative journalist Leah Sottile, and a tribute to late singer-songwriter Justin Townes Earle
Thumbnail for "W. Kamau Bell, Julia Rosen, and Samantha Crain".
This episode features comedian and host of CNN's "United Shades of America" W. Kamau Bell, plus science reporter Julia Rosen, and music from Samantha Crain
Thumbnail for "John Hodgman, Jon Mooallem, and Allen Stone".
This episode is features humorist John Hodgman, writer and podcaster Jon Mooallem, and music from Allen Stone
Thumbnail for "Hari Kondabolu, Sarah Scoles, Angelica Garcia".
This episode features comedian Hari Kondabolu, science journalist Sarah Scoles, and music from Angelica Garcia
Thumbnail for "Jami Attenberg, James Kim, and Federale".
This episode feature author Jami Attenberg, podcaster James Kim, and music from Federale
Thumbnail for "Lidia Yuknavitch, Atsuko Okatsuka, and The Black Tones".
This episode features writer Lidia Yuknavitch, comedian Atsuko Okatsuka, and rock group The Black Tones.
Thumbnail for "Ross Gay, Casey Cep, and Colin Hay".
Ross Gay, Casey Cep, and Colin Hay
Thumbnail for "James Veitch, Allison Breed, and Chasity Brown".
James Veitch, Allison Breed, and Chasity Brown
Thumbnail for ""Live Wire House Party" with Thomas Middleditch, Ben Schwartz, and Shakey Graves".
Host Luke Burbank and announcer Elena Passarello share their honored summer traditions; comedians Thomas Middleditch and Ben Schwartz discuss the secrets behind creating their long-form improv comedy series; and Americana singer-songwriter Shakey Graves chats about the genesis of his trademark “suitcase drum," before performing his song "Dining Alone."
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"Live Wire House Party" with Ijeoma Oluo, Danez Smith, and Amythyst Kiah
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"Live Wire House Party" with Daniel M. Ortberg, Michael Arceneaux, and Prom Queen
Thumbnail for ""Live Wire House Party" with Clint Smith, Waxahatchee, and a Tribute to Lynn Shelton".
"Live Wire House Party" with Clint Smith, Waxahatchee, and a Tribute to Lynn Shelton
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"Live Wire House Party" with François Clemmons and Joey Clift
Thumbnail for ""Live Wire House Party" with Luke & Elena’s Moms, Barry Sonnenfeld, and Fantastic Negrito".
"Live Wire House Party" with Luke & Elena’s Moms, Barry Sonnenfeld, and Fantastic Negrito
Thumbnail for ""Live Wire House Party" with Cameron Esposito, Claude Taylor, and The Lone Bellow".
"Live Wire House Party" with Cameron Esposito, Claude Taylor, and The Lone Bellow
Thumbnail for ""Live Wire House Party" with Samantha Irby, Francis Lam, and Mandy Moore".
"Live Wire House Party" with Samantha Irby, Francis Lam, and Mandy Moore
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"Live Wire House Party" with Paula Poundstone, Deanna Everson, and The Head and The Heart
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"Live Wire House Party" with Nora McInerny, Saeed Jones, and Jeff Tweedy
Thumbnail for ""Live Wire House Party" with Shea Serrano, Brooks Wheelan, Nick Turner, and Jimmie Herrod".
"Live Wire House Party" with Shea Serrano, Brooks Wheelan, Nick Turner, and Jimmie Herrod
Thumbnail for ""Live Wire House Party" with Cheryl Strayed, Jon Mooallem, and Miniature Tigers".
"Live Wire House Party" with Cheryl Strayed, Jon Mooallem, and Miniature Tigers
Thumbnail for ""Mic Check" with Emily Flake, Eileen Myles, and Giant in the Trees".
"Mic Check" with Emily Flake, Eileen Myles, and Giant in the Trees
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"Leap of Faith" with Timothy Egan, Adam Pasi, Jeanette Ward Horton, and Pure Bathing Culture
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"Voice of Reason" with Chioke l’Anson, Leah Sottile, and Joseph
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"Flights of Fancy" with John Hodgman, Jon Mooallem, and Allen Stone
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"All in the Family" with Jami Attenberg, James Kim, Bonnie Morales, and Federale
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"In Our Feelings" with Mo Rocca, Heather Christle, and Jimmie Herrod
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"Larger Than Life" with Saeed Jones, Kristen Arnett, and Ages and Ages
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"Truth Be Told" with Tim O'Brien, Mira Jacob, and Edna Vazquez
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"Drawing the Line" with Emily Flake, Dave Hill, and Giants in the Trees
Thumbnail for ""Love Language" with Irene Taylor Brodsky, Matthew Zapruder, and Bodies on the Beach".
"Love Language" with Irene Taylor Brodsky, Matthew Zapruder, and Bodies on the Beach
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"No Place Like Home" with Dina Nayeri, Adam Mansbach, Shain Brenden, and LaRhonda Steele
Thumbnail for ""Leaving A Legacy" with Megan Phelps-Roper, Joe Kwaczala, Xiomara Torres, and Chastity Brown".
"Leaving A Legacy" with Megan Phelps-Roper, Joe Kwaczala, Xiomara Torres, and Chastity Brown
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"Social Studies" with Chuck Klosterman, Tiffany Midge, and Tacocat
Thumbnail for ""Origin Stories" with Rhys Darby, Kelly Sue DeConnick, Ahamefule J. Oluo, and Cataldo".
"Origin Stories" with Rhys Darby, Kelly Sue DeConnick, Ahamefule J. Oluo, and Cataldo
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"The Last Laugh" with Josh Gondelman, Clyde W. Ford, Alex Borsuk & Kaytlyn Gerbin, and The Lowest Pair
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"Poetic License" with Pete Holmes, Franny Choi, and Pink Martini
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Courtenay Hameister (Short)
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"Milestones" with Lindy West, Dave Hill, and Pink Martini
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"Other Worlds" with W. Kamau Bell, Karen Russell, and Kishi Bashi
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"Finding Your Voice" with Paul F. Tompkins, Anuradha Bhagwati, and Patterson Hood
Thumbnail for ""Wild Cards" with Eula Scott Bynoe & Jeannie Yandel, Kurt Braunohler, Lara Prior-Palmer, and Lavender Country".
"Wild Cards" with Eula Scott Bynoe & Jeannie Yandel, Kurt Braunohler, Lara Prior-Palmer, and Lavender Country
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"Getting to the Point" with Michael Ian Black, Melissa Febos, Ibtihaj Muhammad, and Dirty Revival
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"Figure of Speech" with Mary Norris, Ryan O'Connell, Jackie Kashian, and The Get Ahead
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"Not Too Distant Future" with Senator Jeff Merkley, Anis Mojgani, Joe Zimmerman, Afrovivalist, and Ron Artis II & The Truth
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"Balancing Acts" with Pam Houston, Naomi Ekperigin, Nadya Okamoto, and Shook Twins
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"Real Talk" with Mitchell S. Jackson, Lori Gottlieb, Mohanad Elshieky, and Revel in Dimes
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Elena Passarello (Short)
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"Ice Breakers" with Colin O'Brady, Dani Shapiro, Chris Garcia, and Casey Neill & The Norway Rats
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"Going Rogue" with Geraldine DeRuiter, Matteo Lane, Makini Howell, and Valley Maker
Thumbnail for ""Buggin' Out" Hanif Abdurraqib, Nora McInerny, Nore Davis, and Alela Diane".
"Buggin' Out" Hanif Abdurraqib, Nora McInerny, Nore Davis, and Alela Diane
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"All-Stars" with Luis Alberto Urrea, Eileen Myles, and Moshow The Cat Rapper
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"Living the Dream" with Ian Karmel, Al Letson, Caitlin Kunkel, and Laura Gibson
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"The Morning After" with Dan Savage, Shaughnessy Bishop-Stall, Frangela, and Meklit
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"Hand-Me-Downs" with John Hodgman, RJ Young, Fabi Reyna, and Sávila
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"Character Building" with Lauren Groff, Tommy Orange, Caitlin Weierhauser, and Lucy Kaplansky
Thumbnail for ""Hitting the Road" with Abbi Jacobson, Nicole Chung, Peter Sagal, and The Dip".
"Hitting the Road" with Abbi Jacobson, Nicole Chung, Peter Sagal, and The Dip
Thumbnail for ""Paying Your Dues" with Phoebe Robinson, Thomas Page McBee, Lainey Morse, and Sammy Brue".
"Paying Your Dues" with Phoebe Robinson, Thomas Page McBee, Lainey Morse, and Sammy Brue
Thumbnail for ""Letting Go" with Tommy Pico, Emily Heller, Eli Saslow, and The Helio Sequence".
"Letting Go" with Tommy Pico, Emily Heller, Eli Saslow, and The Helio Sequence
Thumbnail for ""Facing Your Fears" with Jose Antonio Vargas, Courtenay Hameister, Marcella Arguello, and Planes on Paper".
"Facing Your Fears" with Jose Antonio Vargas, Courtenay Hameister, Marcella Arguello, and Planes on Paper
Thumbnail for ""Fresh Starts" with Gary Shteyngart, Hari Kondabolu, Maxine McCormick, and Lenore".
"Fresh Starts" with Gary Shteyngart, Hari Kondabolu, Maxine McCormick, and Lenore
Thumbnail for ""Facing the Music" with Charley Crockett, Roger Reeves, and La Barbecue's LeAnn Mueller & Alison Clem".
"Facing the Music" with Charley Crockett, Roger Reeves, and La Barbecue's LeAnn Mueller & Alison Clem
Thumbnail for "Caitlin Doughty (Short)".
Caitlin Doughty (Short)
Thumbnail for "Kevin Young (Short)".
Kevin Young (Short)
Thumbnail for "Simon Rich (Short)".
A humorist, novelist, and television writer, Rich talks with Luke about his youthful appearance making him "seem like a pretty clever 14-year-old," which leads to the longest awkward pause in Live Wire history. As a bonus treat, humorous segments from Rich's books are performed by Faces For Radio Theater.
Thumbnail for "Barbara Ehrenreich (Short)".
Barbara Ehrenreich (Short)
Thumbnail for "Tessa Fontaine, Moses Storm, Abdi Nor Iftin, and Laura Veirs".
Tessa Fontaine, Moses Storm, Abdi Nor Iftin, and Laura Veirs
Thumbnail for "Mike Pesca, Anya Yurchyshyn, Robby Slowik, Lindsey Murphy, and Prom Queen".
Mike Pesca, Anya Yurchyshyn, Robby Slowik, Lindsey Murphy, and Prom Queen
Thumbnail for "Paul F. Tompkins, Ijeoma Oluo, and Open Mike Eagle".
Paul F. Tompkins, Ijeoma Oluo, and Open Mike Eagle
Thumbnail for "Episode #363: Hanif Abdurraqib, Beth Stelling, Dr. Mary Zelinski, and John Craigie".
Episode #363: Hanif Abdurraqib, Beth Stelling, Dr. Mary Zelinski, and John Craigie
Thumbnail for "Episode #362: Matt Young, Katie Nguyen, Brandi Tuck, and Tomo Nakayama".
Episode #362: Matt Young, Katie Nguyen, Brandi Tuck, and Tomo Nakayama
Thumbnail for "Episode #361: Chapman & Maclain Way, Mary Pilon, Ahmed Bharoocha, Raley Schweinfurth, and Ron Artis II & The Truth".
Episode #361: Chapman & Maclain Way, Mary Pilon, Ahmed Bharoocha, Raley Schweinfurth, and Ron Artis II & The Truth
Thumbnail for "Episode #360: Lindy West, Sarah Gertrude Shapiro, Alex Falcone, Stephen Green, and Moorea Masa & The Mood".
Episode #360: Lindy West, Sarah Gertrude Shapiro, Alex Falcone, Stephen Green, and Moorea Masa & The Mood
Thumbnail for "Episode #359: Laurie Kilmartin, Gaby Dunn, and Chris Staples".
Episode #359: Laurie Kilmartin, Gaby Dunn, and Chris Staples
Thumbnail for "Episode #358: Terese Marie Mailhot, Jason Traeger, Sophie Egan and Reggie Houston".
Episode #358: Terese Marie Mailhot, Jason Traeger, Sophie Egan and Reggie Houston
Thumbnail for "Episode #357: George Saunders, Jay Larson, Jenny Bruso, and Horse Feathers".
Episode #357: George Saunders, Jay Larson, Jenny Bruso, and Horse Feathers
Thumbnail for ""On the Contrary" with Andy Kindler, Rico Gagliano, Brendan Francis Newnam, Lidia Yuknavitch, and Ural Thomas & the Pain".
"On the Contrary" with Andy Kindler, Rico Gagliano, Brendan Francis Newnam, Lidia Yuknavitch, and Ural Thomas & the Pain
Thumbnail for "2017 Time Capsule Throw Down! (Short)".
Say goodbye to 2017 with the Live Wire Time Capsule Throw Down! Recorded at Seattle’s Neptune Theatre, host Luke Burbank plays a game with guests John Roderick and Ken Jennings in which they attempt to encapsulate this past year in all its strangeness.
Thumbnail for ""Word on the Street" with Ken Jennings, John Roderick, Anastacia-Renée, Emmy Favilla, and Laura Gibson".
"Word on the Street" with Ken Jennings, John Roderick, Anastacia-Renée, Emmy Favilla, and Laura Gibson
Thumbnail for ""Cautionary Tales" with Welcome to Night Vale's Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor, Danez Smith, Edan Lepucki, and Chad VanGaalen".
"Cautionary Tales" with Welcome to Night Vale's Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor, Danez Smith, Edan Lepucki, and Chad VanGaalen
Thumbnail for ""Leftovers" with Glynn Washington, Elna Baker, Baratunde Thurston, Ariel Levy, and John Craigie".
"Leftovers" with Glynn Washington, Elna Baker, Baratunde Thurston, Ariel Levy, and John Craigie
Thumbnail for "“Brave New World” with Adam Gopnik, Elena Passarello, and Blossom".
“Brave New World” with Adam Gopnik, Elena Passarello, and Blossom
Thumbnail for ""The Truth Hurts" with Cheryl Strayed, Baratunde Thurston and Meklit".
"The Truth Hurts" with Cheryl Strayed, Baratunde Thurston and Meklit
Thumbnail for ""Game On" with Max Temkin, Kevin Coval, Adam Burke, and Malcolm London".
"Game On" with Max Temkin, Kevin Coval, Adam Burke, and Malcolm London
Thumbnail for ""Hidden Talent" with Lynn Shelton, Thanh Tan, Kevin Avery, and Makana".
"Hidden Talent" with Lynn Shelton, Thanh Tan, Kevin Avery, and Makana
Thumbnail for ""Tell It Like It Is" with Loudon Wainwright III, Bruce Campbell, and Karinda Dobbins".
"Tell It Like It Is" with Loudon Wainwright III, Bruce Campbell, and Karinda Dobbins
Thumbnail for ""Lampedusa" with Emmylou Harris, Dave Matthews, Patty Griffin, Steve Earle, and Brandi Carlile".
"Lampedusa" with Emmylou Harris, Dave Matthews, Patty Griffin, Steve Earle, and Brandi Carlile
Thumbnail for ""West of Ordinary" with Picabo Street, Mark Sundeen, Scott Carrier, and Sammy Brue".
"West of Ordinary" with Picabo Street, Mark Sundeen, Scott Carrier, and Sammy Brue
Thumbnail for ""Choice Words" with Salman Rushdie, Joe Kwaczala, Shadi Petosky, and Dave Depper".
Author Salman Rushdie reveals the Queen’s go-to icebreaker for talking to authors, comedian Joe Kwaczala questions the singing training of Catholic priests, showrunner Shadi Petosky describes how she’s working to increase queer representation in children’s media, and Death Cab for Cutie sideman Dave Depper takes the spotlight.
Thumbnail for ""(Not So) Small Talk" with Chuck Klosterman, Shawn Wen, and Justin Townes Earle".
"(Not So) Small Talk" with Chuck Klosterman, Shawn Wen, and Justin Townes Earle
Thumbnail for ""Making it Work" with Erik Weihenmayer, Leila Janah, Mohanad Elshieky, Walter Martin, Jason Isbell, and Amanda Shires".
"Making it Work" with Erik Weihenmayer, Leila Janah, Mohanad Elshieky, Walter Martin, Jason Isbell, and Amanda Shires
Thumbnail for "Cameron Esposito (Short)".
A listen back to Cameron Esposito's 2014 appearance on Live Wire, including her attempt to update Luke's lesbian cultural references and her completely original pronunciation for "guacamole." 
Thumbnail for "Sherman Alexie (Short)".
Another episode from our archives: Luke and writer Sherman Alexie discuss kicking Philip Roth's literary ass, thinking beyond the reservation, and the particular challenge of being jealous of your kids.
Thumbnail for ""Burbank on Burbank" (Short)".
This week we dig into our archives to bring you Luke's first ever appearance on Live Wire...where he reflects on a less than stellar interview from earlier in his career.
Thumbnail for ""Freedom" with Amanda Knox, Justin Simien, and Shakey Graves".
"Freedom" with Amanda Knox, Justin Simien, and Shakey Graves
Thumbnail for ""Adaptation" with Ron Funches, Walter Kirn, and The Secret Sisters".
Ron Funches details finding his comedic voice and what it takes to make his mother proud, author Walter Kirn reveals how even a trained journalist could fall into a serial killer’s elaborate con as an imposter Rockefeller, and The Secret Sisters delight with a harmonic folk earworm.
Thumbnail for ""Above and Beyond" with Hari Kondabolu, Faith Salie, and Joe Kye".
Comedian Hari Kondabolu questions the devil’s need for advocates, journalist and author Faith Salie admits that being an approval junkie is particularly challenging when releasing a book on that topic, and looping violinist Joe Kye creates a complex and beautiful soundscape.
Thumbnail for ""Cut the Crap" with Stephen Tobolowsky, Ariel Levy, The Minimalists, and Haley Heynderickx".
"Cut the Crap" with Stephen Tobolowsky, Ariel Levy, The Minimalists, and Haley Heynderickx
Thumbnail for ""Off the Beaten Path" with  James Lavadour, Jim Brunberg (of Roam Schooled), June Colony, and Rodney Bonifer".
"Off the Beaten Path" with James Lavadour, Jim Brunberg (of Roam Schooled), June Colony, and Rodney Bonifer
Thumbnail for "Special Edition: Kristen Schaal from Bob's Burgers".
In this special spring membership drive edition of Live Wire, we look behind the scenes at Fox’s animated TV sitcom Bob’s Burgers with actor Kristin Schaal and writer/producer Scott Jacobson. Plus original songs from the show featuring Laura Gibson and John Roderick! Support Live Wire today: livewire.ejoinme.org/spring2017
Thumbnail for ""The Lowdown" with Glynn Washington, Kelly McEvers, and Bilal".
"The Lowdown" with Glynn Washington, Kelly McEvers, and Bilal
Thumbnail for ""Against the Grain" with Jessi Klein, Dan Savage, Attorney General Bob Ferguson, and Ayron Jones".
"Against the Grain" with Jessi Klein, Dan Savage, Attorney General Bob Ferguson, and Ayron Jones
Thumbnail for ""Own Worst Enemy" with Dan Harmon, Lauren Weedman, Anis Mojgani, and Eric D. Johnson of Fruit Bats".
"Own Worst Enemy" with Dan Harmon, Lauren Weedman, Anis Mojgani, and Eric D. Johnson of Fruit Bats
Thumbnail for ""Breaking Through" with Sasheer Zamata, Ayelet Waldman, Alonzo Bodden, and Craig Finn".
"Breaking Through" with Sasheer Zamata, Ayelet Waldman, Alonzo Bodden, and Craig Finn
Thumbnail for ""Going Your Own Way" with Hannah Hart, Mara Wilson, Jim Norton, and John Craigie".
"Going Your Own Way" with Hannah Hart, Mara Wilson, Jim Norton, and John Craigie
Thumbnail for ""Uncharted Waters" with Matt Taibbi, Thi Bui, El Sanchez, and Hibou".
Journalist Matt Taibbi recounts the years leading up to our current post-factual predicament, graphic novelist Thi Bui recalls her family's harrowing escape from South Vietnam, comedian El Sanchez deconstructs the gender binary, and musical act Hibou provides a synth-soaked nostalgia-inducing soundtrack.
Thumbnail for ""Funny Feelings" with Horatio Sanz, Aparna Nancherla, and Kyle Craft".
Comedian Horatio Sanz recounts his days at SNL and the roll of comedy in political journalism, comedian Aparna Nancherla teaches us how to turn anxiety into comedy gold, the owners of Portland’s cat cafe explain the benefits of purr therapy, and Kyle Craft warns of the dangers of walls.
Thumbnail for ""Full Disclosure" with Elna Baker, Brooks Wheelan, Zahir Janmohamed, and Thundercat".
"Full Disclosure" with Elna Baker, Brooks Wheelan, Zahir Janmohamed, and Thundercat
Thumbnail for "Bonus: A DAPL Update from Gyasi Ross".
An update from author, attorney, and rapper Gyasi Ross about what's going on at the Standing Rock Indian Reservation and why he believes it's an amazing time to be alive.
Thumbnail for ""Facing Your Demons" with Maria Semple, Misha Collins, Gyasi Ross, and Telekinesis".
"Facing Your Demons" with Maria Semple, Misha Collins, Gyasi Ross, and Telekinesis
Thumbnail for ""Second to None" with Reggie Watts, Rick Bayless, and Jenn White".
Performer Reggie Watts talks improvisation and composes a ringtone for us, chef Rick Bayless discusses the merits of eyeball tacos, and journalist Jenn White reveals why Oprah's legacy continues to resonate.
Thumbnail for ""Local Flavor" with Earl Blumenauer, Naomi Pomeroy, Darcelle, Mohanad Elshieky, and My Bubba".
"Local Flavor" with Earl Blumenauer, Naomi Pomeroy, Darcelle, Mohanad Elshieky, and My Bubba
Thumbnail for ""Family Ties" with Sherman Alexie, Garrard Conley, and Shovels & Rope".
Sherman Alexie discusses how his father's death inspired him to write a children's book, Garrard Conley recounts his journey through gay conversion therapy and how it impacted his relationship with his parents, and Shovels & Rope harvest their family's experiences into a rollicking hootenanny.
Thumbnail for ""Rolling the Dice" with Lindy West, Jonathan Lethem, Emma Straub, and Blitzen Trapper".
"Rolling the Dice" with Lindy West, Jonathan Lethem, Emma Straub, and Blitzen Trapper
Thumbnail for ""Unconventional Wisdom" with Jad Abumrad, Robert Krulwich, Baratunde Thurston, Roopa Vasudevan, and Mike Yung".
"Unconventional Wisdom" with Jad Abumrad, Robert Krulwich, Baratunde Thurston, Roopa Vasudevan, and Mike Yung
Thumbnail for ""Here We Are" with Chris Hayes, Jonathan Safran Foer, Michelle Buteau, and Kadhja Bonet".
"Here We Are" with Chris Hayes, Jonathan Safran Foer, Michelle Buteau, and Kadhja Bonet
Thumbnail for ""Seriously Funny" with Phoebe Robinson, Bill Oakley, Dr. Brian Druker, and Blind Pilot".
"Seriously Funny" with Phoebe Robinson, Bill Oakley, Dr. Brian Druker, and Blind Pilot
Thumbnail for ""Gut Instinct" with Nicole Byer, Dr. Embriette Hyde, Terry Porter, and David Bazan".
Comedian Nicole Byer professes her deep love for her therapist, Dr. Embriette Hyde explores the mysterious workings of our guts, NBA legend Terry Porter recalls overcoming his own doubt as an athletic late bloomer, and David Bazan's music resurfaces all those feelings we were trying to forget.
Thumbnail for ""The Invisible World" with Penn Jillette, Justin Schmidt, and Ted Ramirez".
"The Invisible World" with Penn Jillette, Justin Schmidt, and Ted Ramirez
Thumbnail for ""Going the Distance" with Bruce Campbell, Colin O'Brady, Shannon Balcom, and Farnell Newton & The Othership Connection".
"Going the Distance" with Bruce Campbell, Colin O'Brady, Shannon Balcom, and Farnell Newton & The Othership Connection
Thumbnail for ""Homecoming" with Paul F. Tompkins, Heben Nigatu, Matthew Inman, and Pete Bernhard of The Devil Makes Three".
"Homecoming" with Paul F. Tompkins, Heben Nigatu, Matthew Inman, and Pete Bernhard of The Devil Makes Three
Thumbnail for ""Labor Day Special" with Mike Birbiglia, Joey Harrington, and musical guest Joseph".
In a special Labor Day episode, comedian Mike Birbiglia chats about his latest film as well as his evolving definition of success, former NFL quarterback Joey Harrington discusses whether he’ll allow his sons to play football, and the band Joseph demonstrates how to achieve harmony between siblings.
Thumbnail for ""The Art and Science of Being a Lady" with Megan Amram, Joanna Lynne Ponce and Alialujah Choir".
"The Art and Science of Being a Lady" with Megan Amram, Joanna Lynne Ponce and Alialujah Choir
Thumbnail for ""Square Pegs" with Dan Harmon, Jackie Kashian and Eyelids".
Luke quits Facebook and darkness falls, Community creator Dan Harmon opens up about booze and NBC, comic Jackie Kashian explains why Native Americans may not be over the whole "stealing their country" thing and indie superband Eyelids rocks it.
Thumbnail for ""The Sky's The Limit" with Gregory Gourdet & Doug Adams, Sara Seager and Loch Lomond".
Top Chef Boston finalists Gregory Gourdet and Doug Adams judge the first-ever Live Wire Bottom Chef competition, astrophysicist Sara Seager fills us in on the heated discussions behind naming planets, and Loch Lomond fill the hall with beautiful harmonies.
Thumbnail for ""Known Unknowns" with Nicholas Kristof, Mike Pesca and Bill Frisell".
"Known Unknowns" with Nicholas Kristof, Mike Pesca and Bill Frisell
Thumbnail for ""Hindsight" with Sebastian Junger, Natasha Leggero, Moshe Kasher, Claire Mulaney, and La Luz".
"Hindsight" with Sebastian Junger, Natasha Leggero, Moshe Kasher, Claire Mulaney, and La Luz
Thumbnail for ""Playing by Ear" with Chris Thile, Dave Hill, and The Wild Reeds".
Mandolinist Chris Thile discusses what excites him about his new gig as host of A Prairie Home Companion, comedian Dave Hill recounts what it was like writing ringtones for Donald Trump, and The Wild Reeds dazzle us with their astounding harmonies.
Thumbnail for ""Secret Worlds" with Paul Gilmartin, Neal Bascomb, and Open Mike Eagle".
Comedian Paul Gilmartin discusses how his podcast helps erase the stigma around mental illness, Neal Bascomb recounts a courageous group of Norwegians that stopped the Nazis from obtaining the atomic bomb, and Open Mike Eagle reveals what “the Kurt Vonnegut of rap” sounds like (spoiler alert: pretty awesome).
Thumbnail for ""Under Pressure" with Peggy Orenstein, D. Watkins, and Walter Martin".
Peggy Orenstein discusses how young women struggle to achieve “intimate justice” in their sex lives, professor D. Watkins recounts the path that took him from selling drugs in East Baltimore to his life as a published author, and Walter Martin charms us with his musical musings.
Thumbnail for ""If Memory Serves" with Sarah Vowell, Chris Offutt and Sam Outlaw".
Sarah Vowell challenges Luke's public radio references, writer Chris Offutt examine's his father's secret profession, Sam Outlaw's sings about heading home again, and the Live Wire Lovebirds face-off in "The Cohabitation Examination."
Thumbnail for ""Pretty Big Deal" with Jack Ohman, Kevin Young, Andrea Swensson and The von Trapps".
Pulitzer Prize-winning political cartoonist Jack Ohman talks about the most amazing moment of his career, poet Kevin Young reads from his latest collection, Minnesota Public Radio music host Andrea Swensson reminisces about the time Prince asked her to dance, and The von Trapps musically bid us adieu.
Thumbnail for ""How on Earth?" with Gerrit Vyn, Nicole Apelian, Anis Mojgani and Fruition".
"How on Earth?" with Gerrit Vyn, Nicole Apelian, Anis Mojgani and Fruition
Thumbnail for ""Uh Oh" with Paolo Bacigalupi, Ijeoma Oluo, Sallie Tisdale and Liz Vice".
"Uh Oh" with Paolo Bacigalupi, Ijeoma Oluo, Sallie Tisdale and Liz Vice
Thumbnail for ""Tight Five" with Eliza Skinner, Bri Pruett, Alex Falcone, Anthony Lopez and Ayron Jones".
"Tight Five" with Eliza Skinner, Bri Pruett, Alex Falcone, Anthony Lopez and Ayron Jones
Thumbnail for ""Rebel Rebel" with Paul F. Tompkins, Timothy Egan and Patterson Hood".
"Rebel Rebel" with Paul F. Tompkins, Timothy Egan and Patterson Hood
Thumbnail for ""Just Visiting" with Tom Bodett, Betsy Hodges, Chris Coleman, Fancy Ray and The Jayhawks".
"Just Visiting" with Tom Bodett, Betsy Hodges, Chris Coleman, Fancy Ray and The Jayhawks
Thumbnail for ""Bonus: The Jayhawks"".
"Bonus: The Jayhawks"
Thumbnail for ""Making History" with Rebecca Traister, Ruth Goodman and The Last Artful, Dodgr".
Author Rebecca Traister explores the rising power of unmarried women, historian Ruth Goodman reveals what living like a Tudor can teach us about modern life, and musical artist The Last Artful, Dodgr does Portland’s hip hop community proud.
Thumbnail for ""Learning Curve" with Jen Kirkman, Lance Bangs and Hey Marseilles".
Writer and comedian Jen Kirkman recounts a horrific blind date in Sweden, filmmaker Lance Bangs imagines an elaborate Burning Man prank, and Hey Marseilles provide the soundtrack.
Thumbnail for ""If Memory Serves" with Sarah Vowell, Chris Offutt and Sam Outlaw".
Sarah Vowell challenges Luke's public radio references, writer Chris Offutt examine's his father's secret profession, Sam Outlaw's sings about heading home again, and the Live Wire Lovebirds face-off in "The Cohabitation Examination."
Thumbnail for ""Here Goes Something..." with Stephen Tobolowsky, Dale Scott and Matisyahu".
Stephen Tobolowsky recalls getting held up at gunpoint while browsing for mangoes, MLB umpire Dale Scott talks about coming out as gay in the world of baseball, and Jewish reggae icon Matisyahu attempts to teach Luke how to beatbox.
Thumbnail for ""Diving In" with Aasif Mandvi, Wallace J. Nichols and Joseph".
"Diving In" with Aasif Mandvi, Wallace J. Nichols and Joseph
Thumbnail for ""The Long Haul" with Rinker Buck, Bri Pruett and Christopher Paul Stelling".
"The Long Haul" with Rinker Buck, Bri Pruett and Christopher Paul Stelling
Thumbnail for ""For the Record" with Cheryl Strayed, Anis Mojgani, Jenn Nelson and LOLO".
"For the Record" with Cheryl Strayed, Anis Mojgani, Jenn Nelson and LOLO
Thumbnail for ""Back to Basics" with Ruth Reichl, Jackie Kashian and Van Dyke Parks".
"Back to Basics" with Ruth Reichl, Jackie Kashian and Van Dyke Parks
Thumbnail for ""All in the Family" with Maya Forbes, China Forbes, Dusty Ramone and Blitzen Trapper".
"All in the Family" with Maya Forbes, China Forbes, Dusty Ramone and Blitzen Trapper
Thumbnail for ""Going Viral" with W. Kamau Bell, Emily St. John Mandel and Soft Sleep".
"Going Viral" with W. Kamau Bell, Emily St. John Mandel and Soft Sleep
Thumbnail for ""Reality Check" with Kristina Wong, Mark Bitterman, Sean Jordan and Esmé Patterson".
Comic Kristina Wong fills Luke in on the virtues of live-streaming a first date, Mark Bitterman explains what bitters can do for your holiday cocktails, comic Sean Jordan offers up the sickest burn to his dad ever, and Esmé Patterson's lilting voice warms up your winter.
Thumbnail for "Ep. 301: "On the Road" with Tom Bodett, Scott Poole, Courtenay Hameister and Box Set".
Wait Wait Don't Tell Me's Tom Bodett offers up the key to a happy, sober life (not hanging out with drunk jackasses plays a role), Scott Poole waxes poetic about corn dogs, Head Writer Courtenay Hameister says farewell, and Box Set offers up stunning harmonies.
Thumbnail for "Ep. 300: "Who Am I to Judge?" with John Hodgman, Prescott Harvey and The Doubleclicks".
Ep. 300: "Who Am I to Judge?" with John Hodgman, Prescott Harvey and The Doubleclicks
Thumbnail for "Ep. 299: "True Stories" with Irene Taylor Brodsky, Meghan Daum and David Wax Museum".
Ep. 299: "True Stories" with Irene Taylor Brodsky, Meghan Daum and David Wax Museum
Thumbnail for "Ep. 298: "Along for the Ride" with Paul Scheer, Rob Huebel, Emily Heller and Matt Morris".
Luke gets "Crash Test" comics Paul Scheer and Rob Huebel to open up about asking for George Clooney's phone number and things they couldn't say on the Paramount set, standup comic Emily Heller plays hits from the radio station in her head, while singer/songwriter Matt Morris does the same.
Thumbnail for "Ep. 297: "Without a Net" with David Wain, Alex Honnold and Tacocat".
Ep. 297: "Without a Net" with David Wain, Alex Honnold and Tacocat
Thumbnail for "Ep. 296: "Changing Lanes" with Jesse Eisenberg, Sloane Crosley and Laura Gibson".
Ep. 296: "Changing Lanes" with Jesse Eisenberg, Sloane Crosley and Laura Gibson
Thumbnail for "Ep. 295: "Timing is Everything" with Heidi Julavits, John Irving, Diana Nyad and Israel Nebeker".
Ep. 295: "Timing is Everything" with Heidi Julavits, John Irving, Diana Nyad and Israel Nebeker
Thumbnail for "Ep. 294: "Diving In" with Aasif Mandvi, Wallace J. Nichols and Joseph".
Ep. 294: "Diving In" with Aasif Mandvi, Wallace J. Nichols and Joseph
Thumbnail for "Ep. 293: "The Long Haul" with Rinker Buck, Bri Pruett and Christopher Paul Stelling".
Ep. 293: "The Long Haul" with Rinker Buck, Bri Pruett and Christopher Paul Stelling
Thumbnail for "Ep. 292: "For the Record" with Cheryl Strayed, Anis Mojgani, Jenn Nelson and LOLO".
Ep. 292: "For the Record" with Cheryl Strayed, Anis Mojgani, Jenn Nelson and LOLO
Thumbnail for "Ep. 291: "Back to Basics" with Ruth Reichl, Jackie Kashian and Van Dyke Parks".
Ep. 291: "Back to Basics" with Ruth Reichl, Jackie Kashian and Van Dyke Parks
Thumbnail for "Ep. 290: "All in the Family" with Maya Forbes, China Forbes, Dusty Ramone and Blitzen Trapper".
Ep. 290: "All in the Family" with Maya Forbes, China Forbes, Dusty Ramone and Blitzen Trapper
Thumbnail for "Ep. 289: "Going Viral" with W. Kamau Bell, Emily St. John Mandel and Soft Sleep".
Ep. 289: "Going Viral" with W. Kamau Bell, Emily St. John Mandel and Soft Sleep
Thumbnail for "Ep. 288: "Tough Calls" with Lizz Winstead, Timothy Egan, Alex Edelman and Hey Marseilles new".
Ep. 288: "Tough Calls" with Lizz Winstead, Timothy Egan, Alex Edelman and Hey Marseilles new
Thumbnail for "Ep. 287: "JK" with Sean Patton, Ijeoma Oluo and Brothers from Another".
Ep. 287: "JK" with Sean Patton, Ijeoma Oluo and Brothers from Another
Thumbnail for "Ep. 286: "What To Unexpect When You're Unexpecting" with Neko Case, Ophira Eisenberg and Devotchka".
In a show all about the unexpected, Neko Case tells Luke who she'd want at her rock 'n' roll intervention, Ask Me Another host Ophira Eisenberg reveals how a really nice dinner can get you pregnant, and the "gypsy-tinged" trio Devotchka rocks out on the theramin.
Thumbnail for "Ep. 283 Encore: "Playing the Part" with Maria Bello, Baron Vaughn & Prom Queen".
Ep. 283 Encore: "Playing the Part" with Maria Bello, Baron Vaughn & Prom Queen
Thumbnail for "Ep. 282 Encore: "Dark Matters" with Janeane Garofalo, Chuck Palahniuk & Helio Sequence".
Ep. 282 Encore: "Dark Matters" with Janeane Garofalo, Chuck Palahniuk & Helio Sequence
Thumbnail for "Ep. 281 Encore: "Square Pegs" with Dan Harmon, Jackie Kashian & Eyelids".
Ep. 281 Encore: "Square Pegs" with Dan Harmon, Jackie Kashian & Eyelids
Thumbnail for "Ep. 280 Encore: "Drawn Together" with Andy Richter, Bill Plympton, Ken Jennings & Kyle Morton".
Ep. 280 Encore: "Drawn Together" with Andy Richter, Bill Plympton, Ken Jennings & Kyle Morton
Thumbnail for "Ep. 279 Encore: "Going Gonzo" with Jon Ronson, Mac McClelland, Jed Arkley and Katie Watkins & Ivan and Alyosha".
Ep. 279 Encore: "Going Gonzo" with Jon Ronson, Mac McClelland, Jed Arkley and Katie Watkins & Ivan and Alyosha
Thumbnail for "Ep. 278 Encore: "Coming Clean" with David Bronner, Will Hines & Jason Isbell and Amanda Shires".
Ep. 278 Encore: "Coming Clean" with David Bronner, Will Hines & Jason Isbell and Amanda Shires
Thumbnail for "Ep. 277 Encore: "Stories to Tell" with MK Asante, Mindy Nettifee & Mighty Oaks".
Ep. 277 Encore: "Stories to Tell" with MK Asante, Mindy Nettifee & Mighty Oaks
Thumbnail for "Ep. 275 Encore: "Let's Be Frank" with Barney Frank, Aparna Nancherla & Joe Pug".
Ep. 275 Encore: "Let's Be Frank" with Barney Frank, Aparna Nancherla & Joe Pug
Thumbnail for "Ep. 274 Encore: "Get Off My Lawn" with Peter Mehlman, Adam Craven, Bobby Cleveland & Aan".
Ep. 274 Encore: "Get Off My Lawn" with Peter Mehlman, Adam Craven, Bobby Cleveland & Aan
Thumbnail for "Ep. 285: "Indie-pendence" with Cameron Esposito, Wil Wheaton, Bill Plympton & Melissa Etheridge".
Ep. 285: "Indie-pendence" with Cameron Esposito, Wil Wheaton, Bill Plympton & Melissa Etheridge
Thumbnail for "Ep. 273 Encore: "The Sky's The Limit" with Gregory Gourdet & Doug Adams, Sara Seager & Loch Lomond".
Ep. 273 Encore: "The Sky's The Limit" with Gregory Gourdet & Doug Adams, Sara Seager & Loch Lomond
Thumbnail for "Ep. 272 Encore: "Gaming the System" with Daniel Handler, Mary Pilon & Lucky Peterson".
Ep. 272 Encore: "Gaming the System" with Daniel Handler, Mary Pilon & Lucky Peterson
Thumbnail for "Ep. 284: "Unmentionables" with Amy Dickinson, Anna Sale & Sean Rowe".
Ep. 284: "Unmentionables" with Amy Dickinson, Anna Sale & Sean Rowe
Thumbnail for "Ep. 283: "Playing the Part" with Maria Bello, Baron Vaughn & Prom Queen".
Ep. 283: "Playing the Part" with Maria Bello, Baron Vaughn & Prom Queen
Thumbnail for "Ep. 282: "Dark Matters" with Janeane Garofalo, Chuck Palahniuk & Helio Sequence".
Ep. 282: "Dark Matters" with Janeane Garofalo, Chuck Palahniuk & Helio Sequence
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Ep. 271 Encore: "You Think You're So Smart" with Martin Starr, David Shields & Caleb Powell & Martin Sexton
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Ep. 281: "Square Pegs" with Dan Harmon, Jackie Kashian & Eyelids
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Ep. 280: "Drawn Together" with Andy Richter, Bill Plympton, Ken Jennings & Kyle Morton
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Ep. 279: "Going Gonzo" with Jon Ronson, Mac McClelland, Jed Arkley and Katie Watkins & Ivan and Alyosha
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Ep. 278: "Coming Clean" with David Bronner, Will Hines & Jason Isbell and Amanda Shires
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Ep. 277: "Stories to Tell" with MK Asante, Mindy Nettifee & Mighty Oaks
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Ep. 276: "Risky Business" with Ian Karmel, Kevin Allison & Houndstooth
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Ep. 275: "Let's Be Frank" with Barney Frank, Aparna Nancherla & Joe Pug
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Ep. 274: "Get Off My Lawn" with Peter Mehlman, Adam Craven, Bobby Cleveland & Aan
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Ep. 274: "Get Off My Lawn" with Peter Mehlman, Adam Craven, Bobby Cleveland & Aan
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Ep. 273: "The Sky's The Limit" with Gregory Gourdet & Doug Adams, Sara Seager & Loch Lomond
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Ep. 272: "Gaming the System" with Daniel Handler, Mary Pilon & Lucky Peterson
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Ep. 271: "You Think You're So Smart" with Martin Starr, David Shields & Caleb Powell & Martin Sexton
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Ep. 270: "The Grown Up Table" with Kelly Williams Brown, Ahamefule Oluo & Lost Lander
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Live Wire 250: Wendi McLendon-Covey, Ken Jennings, Ages and Ages
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Ep. 269: "Committed" with Maz Jobrani, Sarah Koenig, Lindy West & Edna Vazquez
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Ep. 268: "Love Wire" with Valentine's Day Special - Derrick Brown, Cheryl Strayed, Steve Almond, Laura Gibson & Dolorean
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Live Wire 264 Encore: Megan Amram, Joanna Lynne Ponce, Alialujah Choir
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Podcast Extra: Bobs Burgers Uncut Complete Interview With Unaired 3rd Song
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Live Wire 230: Greg Sestero, William Todd Schultz, Twin Forks
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Episode 221 Encore
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Live Wire 228: TC Boyle, Ian Doescher, MK Asante, Tanya Donelly
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Live Wire 229: A.M. Homes, Kevin Barry, Michael Hearst
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Live Wire! 222: Think Differently Special - Stephen Tobolowsky, Susan Cain, David Rakoff, Temple Grandin and Alfredo Rodriguez
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Live Wire 233: Laura Veirs, David Nadelberg/Neil Katcher, Adam Selzer
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Episode 209 Encore
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Live Wire 223: Monsters of Public Radio Special - Ira Glass, Jad Abumrad, Robert Krulwich, Garrison Keillor, Sallie Ford and the Sound Outside
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Live Wire 226: Todd Barry, Earl Blumenauer, Ramona Falls
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Live Wire 227: Molly Crabapple, Christina Tosi, Jonathan Coulton
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Episode 216 Encore
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Live Wire 224: James McBride, Davy Rothbart, musical guests Wild Ones
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Live Wire 220: Kristen Schaal and Scott Jacobson, Lisa Hanawalt, Courtenay Hameister, musical guests Laura Gibson and John Roderick
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Live Wire 231: Brian Michael Bendis, John Gorham, 1939 Ensemble
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Episode 231 Encore
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Live Wire 225: Lynn Shelton, Stacy Bolt, musical guests Thao and the Get Down Stay Down
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Episode 225 Encore
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Live Wire 234: Portugal.The Man, Steve Young, Sarah Mirk
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Episode 227 Encore
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Episode 223 Encore: Monsters of Public Radio Special - Ira Glass, Jad Abumrad, Robert Krulwich, Garrison Keillor, Sallie Ford and the Sound Outside
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Live Wire 232: Peter Bagge, Karen Karbo, Old Light
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Live Wire 238: Dana Gould, Lindy West, and Blitzen Trapper
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Live Wire 237: Stephen Tobolowsky, Storm Large, Rodney Hicks, Ophira Eisenberg
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Live Wire 236: David Folkenflik, April Richardson, Shelby Earl
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Live Wire 221: Jen Kirkman, Dan Savage, The Builders and the Butchers
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Live Wire 235: Thanksgiving Special with Simon Singh, Samantha Hess, Augusten Burroughs, Cheryl Strayed, Holcombe Waller, Year Afar
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Live Wire! 219: Marc Maron, Monica Drake, musical guests Natasha Kmeto, The Doubleclicks
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Episode 228 Encore
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Episode 236 Encore
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Podcast Extra: Reggie Watts Interview
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Podcast Extra: Storm's Catchy Tune
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Episode 193 Encore
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Podcast Extra: The Living Room Sessions
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Podcast Extra: John Wesley Harding and The Faces For Radio Theater
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Podcast Extra: Daniel Stern sings an original composition
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Episode 173 Studio Sessions Compilation
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Episode 167 Encore
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Ep. 259: "The Hard Way" with Steve Almond, Georgina Hayns & Horse Feathers
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Live Wire 257 Encore: Peter Sagal, Chelsea Cain, Eef Barzelay
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Live Wire 258 Encore: Nicholas Kristof, Mike Pesca, Bill Frisell
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Ep. 257: "Getting Even" with Peter Sagal, Chelsea Cain & Eef Barzelay
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Ep. 258: "Known Unknowns" with Nicholas Kristof, Mike Pesca & Bill Frisell
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Ep. 260: "Such Great Heights" with Robin Lopez, Derrick Brown & Hook & Anchor
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Ep. 261: "Get Smart" with Dan Savage, Shane Torres & Modern Kin
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Live Wire 265 Encore: Hari Kondabolu, Cristin O'Keefe Aptowicz, Deep Sea Diver
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Ep. 264: "Art and Science of Being a Lady" with Megan Amram, Joanna Lynne Ponce & Alialujah Choir
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Ep. 263: "Power of Two" with Joshua Wolf Shenk, Anis Mojgani & Fernando
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Ep. 256: "Taste" with Beth Federici & Kathleen Squires, Ben Jacobsen & Little Freddie King
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Ep. 267: "It's Funny Because It's True" with Kurt Braunohler, Mike Sacks & Liz Vice
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Ep. 266: "My Big Break" with Cheryl Strayed, Justin Simien & Magic Mouth
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Live Wire 243 Encore: Sherman Alexie, W. Kamau Bell, Run on Sentence
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Ep. 262: "Devil is in the Details" with Dan Pashman, Dee Williams & Tomo Nakayama

Courtenay Hameister, Charley Crockett, and Moshow the Cat Rapper

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May 17, 202451min 53sec

In this 20th Anniversary Special, Live Wire celebrates some of its most memorable moments in the past two decades. Host Luke Burbank gets interviewed by former host Courtenay Hameister about taking the reins of the show and how the embarrassment he felt as a child led to his "openness" onstage; Americana singer-songwriter Charley Crockett chats about busking and train-hopping, before performing "I Wanna Cry" from his album Lonesome as a Shadow; and Moshow the Cat Rapper lives his truth with a rollicking rap "Don't Declaw Your Cat."