interviews

We Spoke With Sujata Day About Her Impressive Directorial Debut

"Definition Please," her first feature film, is now streaming on Netflix

Hotel Hacks From a Man Who Spends Every Night in a Hotel

Khalid Meniri, the founder of Selfbook, shares his best hotel hacks

Is It Time for a “Best Stunts” Oscar?

The actor and martial artist chats about his most memorable fight sequences, filming in Thailand and a glaring Academy omission

When You’re the Publishers Clearing House Guy, Everything Is Beautiful and Nothing Hurts

For you, a PCH giveaway is incredibly rare. For Howie Guja, it’s his day job.

How the Cast of "Bel-Air" Reimagined "The Fresh Prince" as a Drama

A chat with Jordan L. Jones, who plays a decidedly more serious version of sidekick Jazzy Jeff on the upcoming reboot

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

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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

Could Rethinking Parking Spots Lead to More Livable Cities?

We talked with Henry Grabar about his new book “Paved Paradise”

Excerpt: Soccer Legend Diego Maradona's Last Interview

The finale of "Diego Maradona: The Last Interview" is the final interview the Argentina legend gave before his 2020 death

How a Michelin-Starred Chef Deals With Stress in the Industry

The FX series "The Bear" may be a fictionalized version, but British chef Jason Atherton has seen the real costs of working in the business up close

What Years of Pimping Rides Taught Xzibit About the Human Condition

His mid-2000s MTV show was actually about a lot more than cars, according to the 48-year-old rapper

Whitney Turns Heartache Into Pure Pop Bliss

The Chicago group returns with the surprisingly optimistic "SPARK"

Dallas Cowboys' Trevon Diggs on Interceptions and Trash Talk

The 23-year-old led the NFL in interceptions last season with 11 picks and was ranked No. 23 on the "NFL Top 100” list

Legendary Travel Writer and Editor Don George Shares His Secrets

We caught up with the world traveler during his annual Bay Area conference

Snoop Dogg on the Kitchen Hack He Taught Martha Stewart

When cooking bacon, it’s all about the sound