Ron Howard is one of the most prolific and celebrated filmmakers of the last fifty years. This week, Howard and host Charlotte Alter dive deep into his decades-long career in front of and behind the camera. Howard shares the inspiration behind his latest documentary film, “Jim Henson: Idea Man,” and what drove his decision to chronicle the life and work of a fellow Hollywood legend. The pair explore how Howard’s films reflect the eras in which they were made, the complex stories and...

Maya Rudolph is a comedy legend, and a 2024 TIME100 honoree. The multitalented actor, acclaimed for her iconic tenure on Saturday Night Live and unforgettable performances in “Bridesmaids,” “Big Mouth,” and more, joins host Charlotte Alter this week to dive deep into her creative process and personal journey. Maya takes us behind the scenes of growing up in a musical family and highlights the parallels between careers in music and comedy. In discussing her hit Apple TV series “Loot,” Maya...

Acclaimed novelist Lauren Groff is a singular voice in American fiction and a 2024 TIME100 honoree. This week, Groff joins host Charlotte Alter to delve deep into the essence of creativity and the intricacies of the natural world and the human body. Lauren shares her unique perspective on how time acts as the "secret currency" of art, reflecting on the challenges of balancing marriage, motherhood and writing. Known for her commitment to an analog writing practice, Lauren discusses the virtues...

As you've probably heard by now, TIME's 2023 Person of The Year is Taylor Swift. In this special bonus episode, host Charlotte Alter sits down with TIME’s Editor in Chief, Sam Jacobs, and Senior Executive Editor, Kelly Conniff, for a behind-the-scenes look at the history of TIME's legendary, annual Person of the Year issue and to hear all the reasons why Taylor Swift is this year's Person of The Year. • Person of The Year 2023: Taylor Swift | TIME |...

In this new podcast from TIME, Senior Correspondent Charlotte Alter hosts candid conversations with the people who shape our world about the forces that shape them.

The CEOs of the leading AI companies made their most unified statement yet about the existential risks posed by the technology See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first obstacle comes on Tuesday evening, when the House Rules Committee will convene to determine whether the agreement comes to a vote. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The military published video Tuesday of the latest in a series of incidents in the region between the two powers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's associated with better mental and physical health. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fidelity's new valuation follows three earlier mark-downs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“The agreement represents a compromise, which means not everyone gets what they want,” President Joe Biden said. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Because the ocean is rising at a similar rate as the land is sinking, the Earth's changing climate could accelerate the timeline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Russian drones buzzed over Kyiv, before being taken down by Ukraine's air defense systems See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Japan PM fires son after party at official residence triggers public outrage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

America's major health systems largely ignore social drivers of poor health. That needs to change. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Florence Pugh is featured as one of TIME's Next Generation Leaders, a list of 10 trailblazers shaping a brighter future. The British actor has had a string of remarkable performances including in 'Midsommar' and 'Little Women' and is on the cusp of a breakout year with upcoming roles in two highly anticipated movies: Christopher Nolan’s 'Oppenheimer' and Denis Villeneuve’s 'Dune: Part Two'. We join Pugh to discuss her influence on the next generation of the movie industry. See...

Paxton has denied any wrongdoing and invited Texans to the capitol to “peacefully” protest See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A satellite launch will be a violation of U.N. protocols on the use of long-range missile technology See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Erdoğan era lives on after Turkey’s longtime leader emerged victorious in Sunday's runoff election. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When it comes to the Colorado River, the U.S. and Mexico have entered a new era of agreement as both countries face unprecedented drought. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Democratic president and Republican speaker reached the agreement after the two spoke Saturday evening by phone. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Included in this Episode: 1. What to Know About the History of the Debt Ceiling 2. The U.S. Surgeon General Fears Social Media Is Harming the 'Well-Being of Our Children' 3. For Marianne Williamson, the Bernie Sanders Lane Looks Wide Open  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Overall, demand is lower says one expert. And if EV sales continue, that could continue to help drive down the cost of gas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deeper than our desires is the question of what is actually worth wanting, write Ryan McAnnally-Linz, Matthew Croasmun, and Miroslav Volf. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.