Barry Miles

Barry Miles, an acclaimed biographer and chronicler of the 1960s counterculture, shares fascinating stories about his time on Allen Ginsberg's farm, a retreat for artists and misfits after the chaotic 60s. He details the farm's self-sufficient life, quirky residents, and Ginsberg's relentless creativity and activism. Miles also reminisces about the vibrant Chelsea Hotel, filled with icons like Janis Joplin and Leonard Cohen, and Ginsberg's deep embrace of Tibetan Buddhism. This conversation highlights the chaotic charm of an era where art thrived amidst turmoil.