Jenny Lewis

Jenny Lewis, legendary musician, discusses her rap background, childhood music purchases, the decision to pursue music, the effects of lying, reflections on parties and celebrities, a missed opportunity, indie rock bands and corporate sponsorships.

This week, musician Jenny Lewis joins Lilah to break down how she writes a song. Lewis’s music has paved the way for many famous pop stars and singer-songwriters today. She brings us through her trajectory: from child actor supporting her family, to lead singer of the beloved indie band Rilo Kiley, to solo artist who just, at 47, came out with her fifth solo album, Joy’All. Lilah asks her what she had for breakfast, she says “one weed gummy”, and they’re off.– Read Lilah’s profile of Lewis at https://on.ft.com/45jih08-------We love hearing from you! You can email us at ftweekendpodcast@ft.com. We’re on Twitter @ftweekendpod, and Lilah is on Instagram and Twitter @lilahrap.-------Our FTWeekend Festival is back on Saturday, September 2 at Kenwood House in London! It’ll be a day of debates, tastings, Q&As and more. For £20 off your festival pass, use promo code FTWeekendPod here: http://ft.com/festivalSpecial FT subscription offers for Weekend listeners, from 50% off a digital subscription to a $1/£1/€1 trial, are here: http://ft.com/weekendpodcast.--------------Original music by Metaphor Music. Mixing and sound design by Breen Turner and Sam GiovincoClips used: Psychos and Giddy Up from the album Joy’all (2023), Blue Note RecordsRabbit Fur Coat from the album Rabbit Fur Coat (2006), Team Love RecordsRead a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kyle Mooney, Jonathan Rado, and Jenny Lewis join Tim Heidecker for an engaging holiday special! Conversations range from Kyle Moon Me show ideas to Steve Albini's charity work and Uncle Phil Braun's plagiarism accusations. Jenny Lewis performs and reminisces about Mr. Belvedere, while George Wendt delights with a joke. Captain Carlin surprises the Trinity with heartfelt gifts. Don't miss their Patreon-only cocktail hour game night!