Morning Meeting Episode 237: Graydon Carter on His Memoir, Magazines, and Rules for Living
Mar 29, 2025
Graydon Carter, the founder of AIR MAIL and author of 'When the Going Was Good,' shares captivating tales from the golden age of magazines and his personal rules for living. He reflects on journalism's evolving landscape and the significance of personal connections in storytelling. Jacob Bernstein dives into the downfall of composer Danny Elfman amid harassment accusations, revealing the complexities of consent and shifting Hollywood dynamics. Together, they explore nostalgia for mid-century America and the intricacies of personal relationships.
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Memoir Reflections
- Graydon Carter reflects on his memoir, "When the Going Was Good," discussing his career and the magazine industry's golden age.
- He touches on his fearlessness, respect for the past, and the importance of editors in shaping public taste.
Rules for Living
- Carter shares life advice from his book's "Rules for Living" section.
- He emphasizes objective self-assessment, urging readers to be the person they'd root for in a movie.
Become a Regular
- Michael Hainey recalls Carter's advice to "become a regular" at a restaurant.
- This led to a humorous anecdote about meeting a Lufthansa stewardess and securing a table at a crowded restaurant.
