Wesley Morris, a critic at large for The New York Times, and Sasha Weiss, deputy editor of The New York Times Magazine, dive deep into Joni Mitchell’s emotional return to the stage after her brain aneurysm. They discuss the powerful atmosphere of her Newport Folk Festival performance and its significance to fans and fellow artists. The duo explores the nuances of authenticity in live music and the profound connections between artists and audiences, illustrating how Mitchell, at 80, continues to command and inspire through her artistry.

Matthew Belloni, a founding partner at Puck, discusses the phenomenon of participation documentaries, critiquing how celebrity involvement often turns authentic narratives into polished promotional content. Joining him is Sasha Weiss, deputy editor at New York Times Magazine, who offers rare insights into the unreleased Prince documentary. They explore the artistic challenges of capturing Prince's legacy amidst estate disputes and the tension between personal storytelling and commercial interests, shedding light on the evolving landscape of documentary filmmaking.

Sasha Weiss, the deputy editor at the New York Times, joins Oscar-winning filmmaker Ezra Edelman to dive into the contentious world of a nine-hour Prince documentary. They discuss the unexpected pushback from Prince's estates over its length, the challenge of authentically portraying the music icon's complex legacy, and the risks involved with artist narratives in today's streaming landscape. The conversation also touches on Netflix's role in this dispute and predictions on viewer engagement in the coming months.