Steve Gotcher

WPR’s “BETA” chatted with Joe Boyd about his massive undertaking of listening, conducting interviews and studying music from Budapest to Johannesburg.

Author Mark Blake took it upon himself to chronicle the band’s history in his latest book, “Dreams: The Many Lives of Fleetwood Mac.”

The New York Times best-selling author joined WPR’s “BETA” to talk about “The Plot” in 2021 and now again in 2024 to talk about “The Sequel.”

WPR’s “BETA” talks with Eugene Mirman about his funny friends, his latest tour, and his nine-volume comedy album, “Eugene Mirman’s I’m Sorry, You’re Welcome.”

Filmmaker Sam Green takes WPR’s “BETA” on a visual and aural journey through the sounds that shape our world and how we relate to them.

Author Carrie Courogen chronicles the history of one of the most creative and talented improv comedians and directors of the 20th century with her book, “Miss May Does Not Exist: The Life and Work of Elaine May, Hollywood’s Hidden Genius.”

To learn about the Midwest’s rich music heritage, WPR’s “BETA” turned to award-winning music journalist Erin Osmon, who grew up in rural Indiana.

James Kaplan tells the story of the three geniuses who were the main force behind Miles Davis’ 1959 recording of “Kind of Blue.”

WPR’s “BETA” checked in with Milwaukee Chef Dan Jacobs to find out what it was like to compete on “Top Chef” and his experience in the finals.

Chris Stein is the co-founder, songwriter and guitarist of Blondie. He talks with WPR’s “BETA” about his memoir, “Under A Rock.”