In this edition of Wiser Than Me, Julia gets schooled by 72-year-old writer and legendary New York City resident Fran Lebowitz. This is an interview for the ages – literally. Fran gives Julia her best advice for plotting revenge, being a bad girlfriend, and avoiding modern technology at all costs. Plus, Fran shares what she learned about forgiveness from her late friend Toni Morrison. And Julia and her mom Judith reminisce about how Julia’s sense of humor got her in trouble in high school.   Follow Wiser Than Me on Instagram and TikTok @wiserthanme and on Facebook at facebook.com/wiserthanmepodcast.    Find out more about other shows on our network at @lemonadamedia on all social platforms.   Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.    Click this link for a list of all Wiser Than Me sponsors and discount codes: https://lemonadamedia.com/sponsors/.    For additional resources, information, and a transcript of the episode, visit lemonadamedia.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Fran Lebowitz, a sharp-witted cultural critic, as she humorously contrasts a quirky festival with high-stakes UN meetings. Acclaimed historian Yuval Noah Harari dives into the implications of AI and the need for international dialogue on its governance, while political scientist Ian Bremmer critiques the political landscape and accountability within the Me Too movement. Together, they tackle contemporary issues, from the absurdities of politics to the complex history of slavery in America, offering a mix of humor and deep insights.

Fran Lebowitz, a sharp-witted author and social commentator, joins acclaimed historian Yuval Noah Harari and political scientist Ian Bremmer for an engaging dialogue. They tackle the thorny debate of separating art from the artist amidst recent music controversies. The discussion shifts to the decline of societal connections, highlighting the Ukraine-Russia conflict and historical lessons of political mistakes. They also draw unsettling parallels between the fall of the Roman Empire and modern democratic challenges, all while dissecting global politics and the urgent need for better representation against rising antisemitism.