Ron Carter

Submitted by ad3922 on Mon, 5 Jun 2023, 2:24pm

The legendary Ron Carter, the most recorded jazz bassist of all time, speaks with Zachary Vanderslice about his life and career in advance of his 85th birthday.

Samara Joy

Submitted by ad3922 on Mon, 5 Jun 2023, 2:19pm

Samara Joy, who was named Best New Artist at the 2022 Grammy awards, talks with Zachary Vanderslice about jazz education, her growing career, and her first album.

Josef Sorett on Duke Ellington

Submitted by ad3922 on Mon, 5 Jun 2023, 2:07pm

Josef Sorett, Dean of Columbia College and Professor of African-American Studies and Religion, speaks with Zachary Vanderslice about the relationship between religion and race in the music of Duke Ellington for the 2023 Duke Ellington birthday broadcast.

Bob Klapisch Interview

Submitted by slr2207 on Fri, 2 Jun 2023, 12:51pm

Schuyler Rabbin-Birnbaum's interview with baseball columnist, author, and Columbia alum Bob Klapisch. Klapisch dishes on his start at Spec, encountering Bobby Bonilla post '92, and more! Recorded at Yankee Stadium. Originally broadcast on The Firing Lion 6/1/2023.

Michael Kay Interview

Submitted by slr2207 on Fri, 2 Jun 2023, 12:48pm

Schuyler Rabbin-Birnbaum's interview with Yankees TV play-by-play broadcaster Michael Kay. The two talk rule changes, the origin of "see ya," and much more! Recorded at Yankee Stadium. Originally broadcast on The Firing Lion 6/1/2023.

Katia and Marielle Labèque Interview

Submitted by slr2207 on Wed, 24 May 2023, 1:26pm

An interview with piano duo the Labèque sisters before their performance at the Town Hall April 23, 2023. This performance premiered their group Dream House Quartet, with the sisters working alongside composer-guitarists Bryce Dessner and David Chalmin. Hosted by Melisa Nehrozoglu, the sisters delve into their personal explorations into the realm of New Music with a foundation of classical training at an early age.

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