Lovett or Leave It Nothin' But Netflix
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Dec 13, 2025 
Cameron Crowe, the iconic writer and director behind classics like Almost Famous, shares insights from his transformative career in music journalism to filmmaking, emphasizing the power of authentic storytelling. Tig Notaro, the hilarious stand-up comedian, brings her deadpan humor to the table, discussing her unique projects and personal tales, including her viral moment in a Zack Snyder action film. Both reflect on the ups and downs of creative work and their shared love for music, while looking ahead to the future with humor and hope.
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Mergers Threaten Media Independence
- Jon Lovett connects Hollywood mergers and presidential favor-seeking as a political and cultural risk to media independence.
- He frames the Netflix–Warner/Paramount tussle as billionaire influence shaping what the public watches.
Learning To Interview By Listening
- Cameron Crowe recounts learning to interview by listening during a first terrifying sit-down with Kris Kristofferson at age 15.
- He says silence let the subject open up and made him feel included rather than judged.
Biopics Should Respect Fans And Truth
- Crowe argues great biopics should serve fans and newcomers while refusing to whitewash subjects.
- He highlights Joni Mitchell's complexity as ideal for expanding the biopic genre.
