Sixth & I LIVE

Calling adults of all ages and anyone who wants to make the world a better place: Celebrate the release of the young adult adaptation of Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s memoir, True Gretch: Lessons for Anyone Who Wants to Make a Difference. In conversation with Emily Tisch Sussman, founder and host of the award-winning iHeart podcast “She Pivots” and co-owner of Gotham FC. This program was held on February 23, 2025.

In The Sirens’ Call: How Attention Became the World’s Most Endangered Resource, MSNBC host Chris Hayes argues that we are in the midst of an epoch-defining transition where attention has become a commodified resource extracted from us, and from which we are increasingly alienated. In conversation with Jen Psaki, host of MSNBC’s “Inside with Jen Psaki” and former White House Press Secretary. This program was held on January 29, 2025.

In Sonic Life, the Sonic Youth band member and co-founder shares a coming-of-age story, love letter to downtown New York, and a music-obsessed retrospective by an artist whose name stands for art, defiance, experimentalism, and undeniable cool and whose songs have challenged the basic ideas of what rock music can be. In conversation with Alec MacKaye, a musician and writer who has played in punk rock bands since 1979, including The Untouchables, The Faith, Ignition, The Warmers, and currently, Hammered Hulls.  This program was held on December 9, 2024. 

The Third Gilmore Girl is the New York Times bestselling memoir from the award-winning actress, spanning her six decades in show business from originating the role of Sheila Bryant in A Chorus Line and her memorable performance as Jennifer Grey’s mother in Dirty Dancing to her iconic turn as Emily Gilmore in “Gilmore Girls.” In conversation with Dana Bash, CNN’s chief political correspondent, anchor of “Inside Politics with Dana Bash,” and co-anchor of “State of the Union.” This program was held on December 4, 2024. 

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author comes Half Baked Harvest Quick and Cozy, a collection of more than 120 recipes that reflect the way Tieghan Gerard cooks now: simple ingredients, easy to get on the table, short on time, and big on flavor. In conversation with Erin Como, an Emmy-nominated host and reporter and the co-host of LION Lunch Hour on FOX 5 in DC.  This program was held on November 21, 2024.

On the occasion of the paperback release of Democracy Awakening: Notes on the State of America, historian Heather Cox Richardson shares an urgent call to action about the precarious state of American democracy, charting its historical challenges and current threats. In conversation with Charlotte Clymer, a writer, communications consultant, transgender activist, and author of the Charlotte’s Web Thoughts newsletter on Substack.  This program was held on October 31, 2024 in partnership with Politics and Prose.

In Christian Siriano: The New Red Carpet, the celebrated fashion designer shares his whimsical and showstopping designs worn by icons on red carpets around the globe. In conversation with Jenee Naylor, a fashion expert, beauty enthusiast, TV host, content creator, and host of the YouTube series, “Style Unlocked with Jenee Naylor.” This program was held on October 21, 2024.

In This is Strategy, influential business thinker and blogger Seth Godin offers a guide to thinking strategically and creating meaningful change, whether you’re revolutionizing an industry, sparking a movement, or building a career. In conversation with Bina Venkataraman, a Washington Post columnist covering topics related to the future and the author of The Optimist’s Telescope: Thinking Ahead in a Reckless Age.  This program was held on October 28, 2024 in partnership with The Washington Post. Follow @PostOpinions on Instagram and X. 

From the bestselling author of Fight Club comes Shock Induction, a dark, satirical parable about a string of mysterious high school disappearances, the seedy underbellies of billionaires, and the tough choices we make in the face of an uncertain future. This program was held on October 15, 2024 in partnership with Politics and Prose.

At this critical moment for democracy and our country, Yolanda Savage-Narva, Vice President of Racial Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, Communities of Belonging for the Union for Reform Judaism, moderates a conversation about the inextricable link between Jewish safety and our democratic freedoms with Congressman Jamie Raskin of Maryland’s 8th Congressional District; Amy Spitalnick, CEO of the Jewish Council for Public Affairs; and Maya Wiley, President and CEO of The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights. This program was held on September 26 in partnership with JCPA and Tree of Life. Download a transcript.