Don’t be lucky. Be good. Manufacture your own luck with the right kind of preparation for an interview. We hear from Zoe Chace, Robert Smith, Ira Glass and Jenna Weiss-Berman on how to research, prepare, and execute an interview that will provide exactly what you need. Plus we talk to New Yorker staff writer Larissa MacFarquhar about her interviewing technique and her new book.

Join Ira Glass, renowned journalist and radio host, Zoe Chace, a contributing reporter at 'This American Life', Jonathan Eig, author of 'King: A Life', and Astead Herndon, a host at the New York Times, as they candidly discuss the challenges of journalism. They explore the ethical dilemmas of compensating interviewees, revealing personal narratives, and rebuilding trust in an era of misinformation. The warm, candid atmosphere allows for reflections on their journeys, revealing unexpected insights into the complexities of sharing stories.