How Long Gone

Dan Keeling, a writer, restaurateur, and wine expert renowned for Noble Rot Magazine, shares insights from his diverse career, including his early days in music A&R. He dives into his new book, detailing how to enjoy exquisite wines without breaking the bank. The conversation shifts to intriguing topics like the challenges of winemaking, the authenticity of artisan wines versus mass-produced brands, and personal wine tasting experiences. He humorously connects the worlds of wine and music, revealing how heritage shapes preferences.

Daniel Nigro, a Grammy-nominated songwriter and producer recognized for his work with Olivia Rodrigo and Sky Ferreira, shares his insights from his LA studio. He dives into Hunter Biden's pardon and its social implications. Daniel reflects on the nostalgia of mid-2000s emo music and names his top five emo bands. He also discusses the dynamics of music production, humorously exchanging tricks and examining make-or-break tempos. Plus, he shares a quirky connection between music and natural wine, balancing creativity with personal taste.

Emily Sundberg, creator of the popular Feed Me newsletter, dives into a whirlwind of topics from her fiancé's family home. She shares insights on the quirks of DoorDash and flight upgrades, and spills the tea on her recent engagement. The conversation hilariously navigates the blend of kidz bop screamo and culinary trends, examining the impact of Ozempic on dining culture. Emily also tackles the evolving landscape of menswear and the pressures of social media, all while sprinkling in playful anecdotes about life in New York.

Ryan Mac, a tech reporter at The New York Times and author of "Character Limit: How Elon Musk Destroyed Twitter," dives into the intricacies of social media's evolution. He discusses the controversial lawsuit between Drake and UMG, and explores platforms like Blue Sky and Threads. The conversation turns to the future of Las Vegas nightlife and the eccentricities of billionaires. With anecdotes about Honda Accords and light-hearted banter, Ryan reflects on the impact of Twitter's rebranding to X and its implications for communication.

Sir Paul Smith, an iconic English fashion designer famed for his quirky style and success in Japan, shares delightful stories from his life. He talks about his unique Christmas tree design at Claridge's and the cultural differences he experienced traveling in Japan. Paul reminisces about his early days in fashion when options were limited and discusses his notable collaborations with The Rolling Stones. He provides a humorous take on his thriving sock business and the joys of simple moments, like enjoying a cheese sandwich paired with English tea.

Father John Misty is a musician currently living in Northern California. His wonderful new record, Mahashmashana, is out today on Sub Pop. We chat about TJ landing in NY and heading straight to Tory Burch for a cosmo, heated floors, failed selfies, a quick rundown of the Coachella lineup, lego biopics, M. Night Shyamalan's Topanga Canyon, disingenuous slacker-rock, radio programmers wish his lyrics were easier to understand, trying to impress Neil Young at Rick Rubin's house, why he bought a hearse, funky drum breaks, more J*lly Roll, the time he won a grammy, Gelson's Market, banging a gong in the desert on mushrooms, and the best sync talk we've ever had.instagram.com/fatherjohnmistytwitter.com/donetodeathtwitter.com/themjeanshowlonggone.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One-on-one pod today, Chris is in New York, and Jason is home in Glendale. We chat about Chris's apple picking upstate, salt and vinegar, listening to a podcast with your partner in the car, can Cynthia wipe her ass, Dax asks, Ariana's mans, the 4b movement, Mayer and Katy catching up at Sabrina, Posty and J*lly Roll at Coachella? And come see us this weekend live at Webster Hall with comedian Sam Jay!twitter.com/donetodeathtwitter.com/themjeanshowlonggone.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Patrick Radden Keefe is an author currently living in New York. His Dua Lipa-approved book, Say Nothing, was recently adapted and released as a series on Hulu, and it's gaining quite a buzz. We chat with him about us hosting the GQ Men Of The Year awards Livestreamp, Jacques Marie Mage sunnies, "tastemaker" screenings, Pharrell's aura, his kids play tennis, using alcohol to regulate jet lag, a Pulitzer misunderstanding, when they rotate the artwork on streaming sites, casting his show, his thoughts on a cashless society, Coinstar shame, and our thoughts on Mark W*hlberg.patrickraddenkeefe.comtwitter.com/donetodeathtwitter.com/themjeanshowlonggone.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Recorded live from the GQ Man Of The Year awards, the hosts dive into the world of celebrity culture, humorously dissecting figures like The Rock and Lil Nas X. They tackle the absurdities of social media and its role in creative controversies, while exploring the changing landscape of political comedy. The chat touches on literary legacies from icons like Joan Didion, alongside musings on self-care and the challenges facing writers today. Expect wit, insightful reflections, and a sprinkle of excitement about future live events!

Ken Burns is a documentary filmmaker from New Hampshire. His new film, Leonardo da Vinci, is out this week on PBS. We spoke with Ken from his New York crib about glad-handing and backstabbing, how we all met, his friend Ralph Lauren makes his suits, relentless curiosity, lateral thinking, his footwear, all three of us are lefthanded, how he finally got a big boy haircut, his Bar Pitti order, viewing the Mona Lisa after hours, his thoughts on physical media, and so much more.twitter.com/kenburnstwitter.com/donetodeathtwitter.com/themjeanshowlonggone.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices