Tony Kushner
Pulitzer Prize–winning playwright and screenwriter known for Angels in America and collaborations with Steven Spielberg on films such as Lincoln and West Side Story; guest discussing The Pushcart War and urban/political themes.
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Jul 1, 2024 • 1h 24min
Bonus Episode: Rachel Maddow in Conversation with Tony Kushner
Tony Kushner and Rachel Maddow discuss the rise of fascism, historical roots of anti-Semitism, Elizabeth Dilling's shocking career trajectory, a senator's involvement in a Nazi propaganda plot, Iran's parliamentary elections, the legacy of John Ragi, and the importance of storytelling in upholding democracy.
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Mar 17, 2026 • 58min
Tony Kushner on The Pushcart War
Tony Kushner, Pulitzer-winning playwright behind Angels in America and film collaborator with Spielberg, reflects on The Pushcart War and its formative impact on him. He discusses adapting the book, its Large Object theory and modern parallels, tactics of small-scale resistance, the politics of public space, and visions of streets reclaimed for people rather than machines.
Nov 4, 2023 • 1h 26min
Trump on the Trail while on Trial
Former Trump lawyer, Michael Cohen discusses Trump's legal challenges and witness intimidation. Failed business ventures licensed under Trump's name are called into question. Updates on the Israel-Hamas conflict and mounting pressure on Israel are discussed. The chapter covers the laws of armed conflict and accusations of war crimes. The development and purpose of the Nuremberg Principles and Geneva Conventions are explored. The political divide among Arab Americans and the influence of Iran over Hezbollah and Hamas are also discussed.
