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Rivka Galchen

MD, acclaimed novelist, New Yorker contributor, and creative writing professor. Discussed productivity and creativity with Christopher Cox.

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Sep 15, 2025 • 56min

Has the Risk of Nuclear War Been Normalized?

Rivka Galchen, a staff writer at The New Yorker, explores the unsettling normalization of nuclear risk in contemporary society. She discusses how nuclear fears have quieted despite increasing spending on weapons and the historical legacy of the anti-nuclear movements. Galchen traces public perception shifts from the Cold War's confrontations to today's societal indifference. The conversation emphasizes the urgent need for renewed awareness and activism regarding nuclear threats, questioning why nuclear weapons don't evoke the alarm they once did.
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Oct 26, 2024 • 52min

Generation Witch

Join Honey Rose, a TikTok witch known for her hoodoo practices, Rivka Galchen, author of a novel about witchcraft in history, Chris Gosden, an archaeologist revealing the culture of magic, and Quan Barry, who explores teenage witches. They dive into modern witchcraft on TikTok, the historical witch hunts of the past, and the complexities of cultural appropriation in spirituality. The conversation reflects on empowerment through witchcraft, connecting today's practices with centuries of tradition and offering a fresh perspective on belief and magic.
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Sep 15, 2021 • 47min

DEADLINE EFFECT: Can You Work Like It's the Last Minute Before the Last Minute?

Christopher Cox, former chief editor of Harper's and GQ, shares insights from his book on transforming fear of deadlines into a productivity superpower. Alongside acclaimed novelist Rivka Galchen, they discuss how urgency can spark creativity and improve work processes. They delve into effective methodologies for managing deadlines, the unexpected benefits revealed through research, and how structured timelines enhance collaboration. From personal anecdotes to examples in theater and publishing, they reveal the art of thriving under pressure.

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