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Kyle Meredith With...

Kyle Meredith With... is an interview series in which WFPK's Kyle Meredith speaks to a wide breadth of musicians. Meredith digs deep into the artist's work to find out how the music is made and where their journey is going, from legendary artists like Robert Plant, Paul McCartney, U2, and Bryan Ferry, to the newer class of The National, St. Vincent, Arctic Monkeys, Haim, and Father John Misty.

  1. 2 HR AGO

    Judith Light, Courtney Taylor, and Richard Curtis on the Empathy, Magic, and Holiday Spirit of That Christmas and Out Of My Mind

    Judith Light (Who’s The Boss) and Courtney Taylor (Insecure) sat down with Kyle Meredith to discuss their heartfelt new Disney film Out of My Mind, which tackles themes of empathy and empowerment through the story of Melody Brooks, a non-verbal sixth grader with cerebral palsy who breaks barriers with the help of an inspiring teacher. Light reflected on the importance of fostering understanding and kindness for those who are often dismissed by society. Taylor shared the transformative experience of portraying a character advocating for marginalized voices. Meanwhile, Richard Curtis (Notting Hill) joined Meredith to dive into his Netflix animated feature That Christmas, a whimsical, intertwined tale of family, love, and resilience set against the backdrop of a blizzard-stricken seaside town. Curtis, the mind behind Love Actually, revealed how the film stems from children’s books he wrote for his kids, with Brian Cox’s Santa and Ed Sheeran’s original song adding magic to the story. From emotional impact to holiday cheer, Meredith’s interviews celebrate the power of storytelling to inspire change and connection. Listen to the cast of Out of My Mind chat about all this and more in the new episode or watch it on YouTube here and here. Please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    16 min

  2. 2 DAYS AGO

    Cruel Intentions Is Back, and Claire Forlani and John Tenney Have All the Secrets

    Claire Forlani (Meet Joe Black, Mallrats) and Jon Tenney (The Closer) sat down with Kyle Meredith to spill on Prime’s revival of Cruel Intentions, a 25-years-later TV series dripping with power plays, seduction, and a healthy dose of dysfunction. Forlani, who hilariously admitted she’s never seen the original film, dove into the psychological knots of playing Claudia, a narcissistic matriarch hellbent on control. At the same time, Tenney brought nuance to his turn as a congressman navigating fraught family dynamics. The duo riffed on everything from the series’ modern-day bite to the timeless messiness of bad decisions, with Forlani even teasing the possibility of Mallrats 2. If Cruel Intentions was your late-night guilty pleasure, this updated twist is primed to reclaim its crown. Listen to the cast of Cruel Intentions chat about all this and more in the new episode or watch it on YouTube. Please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    14 min

  3. 4 DAYS AGO

    John Waters on "Punk Rock Christmas," Serial Mom, and Liarmouth

    The Pope of Trash himself John Waters joins Kyle Meredith to dive into his enduring holiday-themed spoken word tours, his provocative take on Christmas traditions, 1994's Serial Mom, the unmade Liarmouth adaptation, and the irreverent artistry that's defined his career. Waters, who has been delighting (and shocking) audiences with his Christmas tours for over a decade, promises fresh material every year. (Get tickets to this December's run of shows here!) His approach combines biting social commentary with festive absurdity — this year’s show reportedly includes advice on "how to talk dirty using only Christmas words." Ever irreverent, Waters embraces the traditional in his own subversive way: "I don’t have a tree. I decorate the electric chair from Female Trouble." Waters continues to break boundaries with his work, most recently releasing a delightfully bizarre holiday single on Sub Pop Records. The B-side, "Punk Rock Christmas," is a spoken word piece blending his trademark wit with biting cultural critique, while the A-side, a cover of The Singing Dogs’ "Jingle Bells," takes holiday kitsch to an absurd, joyful extreme. Despite his many creative endeavors, Waters has faced roadblocks with his long-awaited film adaptation of his novel Liarmouth. "Aubrey Plaza was ready to star, I wrote the script, and they loved it," he explains, but securing a budget has proved elusive. Waters, ever pragmatic, acknowledges that studio leadership changes quickly, leaving room for hope that the project might still see the light of day. Listen to John Waters chat about all this and more in the new episode or watch it on YouTube. Please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    23 min

  4. 6 DAYS AGO · BONUS

    Tori Amos on Hope, Change, Courage, Little Earthquakes, and Her Unmistakable Creations

    This week’s Rewind looks back at a trio of interviews with Tori Amos. Listen to the selections, which span from 2017 to 2021, now. The first interview runs it back to 2017, when Amos had just released her fifteenth LP, Native Invader. It's an album that was written in the wake of Trump’s 2016 presidential inauguration and the conversation spotlights environmental concerns, her Native American ancestry, and the political landscape backed with sweeping piano runs and slicing guitar solos. From there, travel to 2020, when the icon delivered her memoir, Resistance: A Songwriter's Story of Hope, Change, and Courage. Amos discusses the responsibility to speak out, how call-to-action songs find their way, and the difference in how her lyrics can be interpreted in reading and speaking versus within a finished song. We then arrive in 2021 for a conversation about Amos' album Ocean to Ocean. The Artist also talks about fan expectations and connecting back to 1992’s Little Earthquakes as a way to heal. Listen to Tori Amos chat about all this and more in the new episode or watch it on YouTube. Please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    52 min

  5. 15 NOV

    Martin Kove on Cobra Kai, Karate Kid, Comics, and Westerns

    Martin Kove joins Kyle Meredith to reflect on an extraordinary career that spans over 50 years in Hollywood, from memorable guest spots on Gunsmoke, Kojak, and Charlie's Angels to his definitive role as the unrelenting John Kreese in The Karate Kid franchise and its Netflix sequel series, Cobra Kai. Kove describes the evolution of Kreese as a character who began as the ultimate antagonist but has grown into a nuanced figure with layers of vulnerability. "I'd rather cry on camera than beat someone up," Kove says of his approach to playing the tough-guy roles that made him famous. With Cobra Kai’s upcoming final episodes, Kove teases moments of redemption for Kreese, a man forced to reconcile his rigid worldviews with the lessons life has thrown at him. As for his involvement in the upcoming Karate Kid: Legends movie starring Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan, Kove remains in the dark. "Very few of us were privy to anything of what this movie's even about," he says, before recalling how he was invited to the set of the Will Smith-produced 2010 remake starring Chan and Jaden Smith. But Kove has other passions as well; as a lifelong Western aficionado, he's interested in reviving the genre for modern audiences. "Kids today don't have heroes like Eastwood or Wayne," he laments, discussing his upcoming projects, including a comic book and potential series centered on old-school values and morality. Listen to Martin Cove chat about all this and more in the new episode or watch it on YouTube. Please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    31 min

  6. 13 NOV

    Maren Morris on the Intermission EP, Women Dominating Pop, and Dolly Parton

    Maren Morris sat down with Kyle Meredith backstage at Bourbon and Beyond to talk about her Intermission EP, a stunning reflection of life in flux. It’s been a whirlwind since Morris released Humble Quest, with the singer-songwriter making bold changes to her career and life. As she told Meredith, “You’re going to have to sacrifice your old life to get to your new one.” Morris describes Intermission as an appetizer of what’s to come, though its emotional weight packs a full-course punch. The standout “I Hope I Never Fall in Love” channels raw heartbreak, with Morris pushing her vocals to a gritty, soul-baring edge. “It needed that desperation and anger,” she said. The EP’s title speaks to the moment: a pause, but hardly a stop. Morris is deep in the creative process, balancing new writing trips with festival performances. “At the end of the day, I’m still an album girl,” she said, clearly inspired by the wave of powerhouse women dominating the charts. But she’s not rushing — this new chapter is unfolding on her terms. Listen to Maren Morris chat about all this and more in the new episode or watch it on YouTube. Please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    34 min

  7. 11 NOV

    Susanna Hoffs on The Lost Record, Super-Grouping with The Go-Go’s, and a Forgotten Prince Song

    The Bangles’ Susanna Hoffs dives into her personal archive of unreleased gems with The Lost Record, a collection of tracks from the late '90s that are only now seeing the light of day. Chatting with Kyle Meredith, Hoffs recounts how this “lost” album came to be, from its serendipitous origins in her garage to collaborating with the likes of the Tuesday Night Music Club crew, the same musical collective that brought Sheryl Crow's debut album to life. Reflecting on the project’s sound and era, Hoffs talks about her fascination with the ‘90s zeitgeist, Nirvana's influence, and how the garage band feel led to songs like "Under a Cloud," later re-recorded by The Bangles. Among the album's nostalgic gems is a subtle nod to Prince, who famously gifted The Bangles their hit "Manic Monday" in the ‘80s. Recently, Hoffs posted a photo of the original cassette tape from Prince, which bore not only "Manic Monday," but also a second track named "Jealous Girl." Hoffs, who hadn’t heard the song until recently, expressed genuine excitement about finally getting to hear the track that “might have been” in The Bangles' catalog. Hoffs also reveals her ongoing passion for storytelling, both in music and writing. With her debut novel The Bird Has Flown optioned for film, she’s deep in a second draft and working on a follow-up. Listen to Susanna Hoffs chat about all this and more in the new episode or watch it on YouTube. Please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    26 min

  8. 9 NOV · BONUS

    Rewind: Adele on 21, Devastating Breakups, and Covering The Cure

    In this 2010 Rewind interview, Adele chats with Kyle Meredith about the growth that took place between her debut album, 19, and her second album, 21. Listen to the conversation now. Adele discusses the emotional inspiration behind 21, which emerged from a devastating breakup that led her to create some of her most powerful music of her career. She reveals that she initially struggled to find direction, waiting for life to hit her with the emotional experiences she draws upon for songwriting. Such raw vulnerability is clear in hits like "Rolling in the Deep," which, contrary to her expectations, skyrocketed as a viral hit worldwide. Adele also shares her experience covering The Cure's "Lovesong," a choice suggested by producer Rick Rubin, and her deep appreciation for reinterpretations of her music, like Jamie xx's remix of "Rolling in the Deep." Listen to Adele chat about all this and more in the new episode or watch it on YouTube. Please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    11 min
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Kyle Meredith With... is an interview series in which WFPK's Kyle Meredith speaks to a wide breadth of musicians. Meredith digs deep into the artist's work to find out how the music is made and where their journey is going, from legendary artists like Robert Plant, Paul McCartney, U2, and Bryan Ferry, to the newer class of The National, St. Vincent, Arctic Monkeys, Haim, and Father John Misty.

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    Consequence Podcast Network
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2024
  • Episodes
    1.1K
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