interviews

Where Has All the Dan Bilzerian Gone?

The “uncancellable” social-media phenomenon has stepped out of the limelight, but the ethos that got him there forges on undeterred

Sean Baker Discusses “Red Rocket,” Simon Rex and the Cinema of Sex Work

Baker's latest film lends his trademark empathy and gentleness to a down-on-his-luck "suitcase pimp" in Gulf Coast Texas

The Most Unhinged Interview Answers From Daniel Craig’s Bond Farewell Tour

In the lead-up to "No Time to Die," Craig doesn’t seem to care about your questions

Todd Snyder on His Iowa Roots, the Importance of Masculinity and Being Saved by American Eagle

We debriefed the menswear designer of note on the occasion of his brand's 10-year anniversary

Kyle Beachy’s 10-Year Struggle to Write the Definitive Ode to Skateboarding

The lifelong skateboarder and current creative writing professor discusses "The Most Fun Thing," and the journey that bore it

New Anthony Bourdain Documentary Offers Insights About His Life and Death

Director Morgan Neville didn't shy away from probing around the mystery of Bourdain's 2018 suicide

No One Loves America More Than Roger Bennett of “Men in Blazers”

Bennett has unapologetically embraced our land. Now, he's going to get you to love soccer.

Can a 19-Year-Old Prodigy Take Home Surfing Gold?

Caroline Marks is one of four American surfers who will compete in the sport's first ever Olympic competition

What I Learned About Skateboarding and Life While Interviewing 10 Iconic Skaters

Words of wisdom from Tony Hawk, Rodney Mullen, Mark Gonzales and more

Joel McHale on Cocktails, Razzie Awards and "Community"

Why Hollywood's hardest-working comedian and host just added "Chief Happy Hour Officer" to his CV

The Man Who Wrote the Book on Axes Shows Us His Collection

Peter Buchanan-Smith's "Axe Handbook" is equal parts guide, inspiration and epilogue for the founder of Best Made Co.

How Director Paul Feig Came to Love Gin (And Then Made His Own)

The real passion of this comedy genius? Crafting a London dry that’ll win over gin haters.

Jamie Foxx Bought a Bourbon Brand. Here's Why.

The actor / entrepreneur tells InsideHook about the party that kicked off his interest in the flavored whiskey (formerly owned by Mark Cuban)

Bob Costas Returning To HBO With New Interview Series

"Back On the Record With Bob Costas" will hit HBO and HBO Max later this spring

Pete Townshend Remembers “The Who Sell Out,” The Album That Changed Everything

With the release of a must-have super-deluxe reissue hot off the press, the legendary guitarist comments on his band's landmark album

We Spoke to the Man Behind Bruce Buffer’s Increasingly Audacious UFC Fits

"It's a challenge trying to top each jacket, to be honest, but it is fun," says Aashif Jamani of King & Bay

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17 Seasons In, Al Horford Eyes a Title With the Celtics

The 37-year-old elder statesman of the best team in the NBA talks learning, evolving and his championship odds

Is the Algorithm Inevitable? This Book Argues It’s Not.

Kyle Chayka on the making of “Filterworld”

What Can the History of Travel Tell Us About Its Future?

Shahnaz Habib discusses her engaging new book “Airplane Mode: An Irreverent History of Travel”

Can Knowing a Place’s History Make You a Better Traveler?

Mary Quade’s “Zoo World” contains multitudes — and that’s before the ducks show up

Colonizing Space Might Be More Difficult Than Anyone Expected

“A City on Mars” explores the big questions of space exploration — including booze and cannibalism

“Hot Ones” and Hot Takes With Sean Evans

We interviewed the king of hot wings and then took part in his spicy challenge

Barry Sanders Talks Thanksgiving Games, the Lions’ Chances and “Bye Bye Barry”

"For Detroit fans," Sanders says, "this is the season we've been waiting for"

“Chutes Too Narrow” at 20: An Interview With James Mercer of The Shins

The band’s founder and frontman reflects on the make-or-break album, the Neil Young influence, and whether it represents the peak of his songwriting

Thomas Edison, Henry Ford and John Burroughs Were Road Trip Pioneers

An interview with Wes Davis, author of “American Journey”

The Life of the Founder of “High Times” Was Even Stranger Than You Think

An interview with “Agents of Chaos” author Sean Howe

Spanish Love Songs Are the World’s Most Anguished Great Band

On “No Joy,” the indie-punk group finds love (and synths) in its own bleak way

Exploring the Secret History of New York’s Most Influential Music Venues

An interview with Jesse Rifkin, author of “This Must Be the Place: Music, Community and Vanished Spaces in New York City”

John Yau on the Changes He's Witnessed in the Art World

His thoughtful new book offers a new lens on contemporary art

Did a Cult Hide in Plain Sight for Several Decades in New York City?

Alexander Stille, author of “The Sullivanians,” on secret histories, therapeutic turf wars and what makes something a cult

How Icemaking Changed Cocktail History Forever

An interview with Amy Brady, author of “Ice: From Mixed Drinks to Skating Rinks — A Cool History of a Hot Commodity”

What’s Star NFL Defensive End Nick Bosa’s Worst Fear? The Same as Yours.

The reigning Defensive Player of the Year is ready for next season with the 49ers