Latest Episodes
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Episode 619: Scott Aukerman, Sam Wasson on Francis Ford Coppola, Bethonie Butler on ‘Black TV’
Comedian and host Scott Aukerman joins us to talk about turning his hilarious podcast, “Comedy Bang! Bang!” into a book. Also, author Sam Wasson is our guide as we explore “The […]
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BETA Episode 706: Chris Stein, Ian Nathan on “Mad Max”, Holly Wilson
This week on BETA, guitarist Chris Stein reflects on his pivotal role as a founding member of the rock band Blondie. Also, film writer Ian Nathan takes us on a post-apocalyptic tour of the Mad Max Cinematic Universe. And novelist Holly Wilson introduces us to one of the most intriguing female characters you’ll ever meet.
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Episode 618: Ed Begley Jr., Museum wall labels novel, Christmas movies
Actor and environmentalist Ed Begley Jr. talks about his fascinating memoir. Christine Coulson on her novel, “One Woman Show.” It’s told completely through art museum plaques. And author Jeremy Arnold […]
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Episode 705: Demetri Martin, Priyanka Mattoo, Alexandra Tanner
This week on BETA, comedian Demetri Martin deconstructs his Netflix special. Also, filmmaker Priyanka Mattoo tells all in her memoir, “Bird Milk & Mosquito Bones.” And Alexandra Tanner on her Seinfeldian debut novel, “Worry.”
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Episode 617: Dave Foley on ‘Fargo,’ Jesmyn Ward, Netflix’s ‘How to Become a Mob Boss’
Comedian, actor, and Kid in the Hall Dave Foley talks about his “Fargo” character, Danish Graves. Author Jesmyn Ward on her novel, ‘Let Us Descend.’ And ‘How to Become a […]