Grey Matter with Michael Krasny

Michael Krasny
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Grey Matter with Michael Krasny

Award winning broadcaster, author, and professor Michael Krasny shares in-depth interviews with leading newsmakers, scholars, authors and intellectuals.

  1. Art Historian and Scholar Alexander Nemerov on the Art of the West and the Greatest American Artwork

    -3 J

    Art Historian and Scholar Alexander Nemerov on the Art of the West and the Greatest American Artwork

    Our third of four Bill Lane Center for the American West podcasts featured Stanford's Alex Nemerov in conversation with Michael Krasny. The discussion began with what makes Western art distinctive and what captured Alex's imagination. Michael then explored Alex's approach to curating art exhibitions and discussed the influences of Alex's father, celebrated poet Howard Nemerov, and his aunt, iconic pioneer photographer Diane Arbus. This led to a discussion of Susan Sontag's book on photography and photography's status as fine art. The conversation then broadened to explore various themes: women artists, Jasper Johns, the universal and spiritual elements in art, solipsism, art for the marketplace versus art for art's sake, and socially purposeful versus aesthetic art. Alex shared both personal and professional perspectives on art's power—from its inward transformative and transfiguring effects to its broader meaning and potential as a world-changing agent. The interview concluded with a discussion of kindness, and Alex revealed what he considers the greatest work in American art.

    50 min
  2. Richard Reeves on Boys and Men in Crisis

    5 NOV.

    Richard Reeves on Boys and Men in Crisis

    In a thought-provoking interview, Michael Krasny speaks with Richard Reeves, founder of the American Institute for Boys and Men, about the mounting challenges facing boys and men in contemporary society. Reeves, drawing from his experience at the Brookings Institution, outlines how girls have significantly surpassed boys in educational achievement, from high school through college, attributing this partly to differences in executive functioning, developmental timelines, and brain maturation. He highlights a growing crisis among young men, marked by increasing rates of mental health issues, isolation, and a lack of purpose as traditional male roles evolve. The conversation explores how societal shifts in work expectations and the erosion of traditional provider roles have impacted young men's sense of identity and motivation. Reeves advocates for systemic changes to support both genders equally, while criticizing divisive terminology like "toxic masculinity" that he believes can alienate men and push them toward more extreme viewpoints. Throughout the discussion, he emphasizes the importance of addressing these challenges while maintaining a balanced approach that avoids pitting genders against each other.

    1 h 7 min
  3. NPR's Ron Elving on the Upcoming Elections

    30 OCT.

    NPR's Ron Elving on the Upcoming Elections

    In a wide-ranging conversation with Michael Krasny, NPR Senior Editor and Correspondent Ron Elving provided insightful political analysis of the upcoming elections. The discussion began with an examination of polling efficacy and the impact of absentee ballots before delving into the roles of race and gender in the presidential race. The conversation explored campaign tactics, including discussions of Trump being labeled a fascist and his characterization of the U.S. as a "garbage can." Elving and Krasny also addressed concerns about foreign interference and controversial NFL advertisements targeting Harris on gender issues. Notable topics included the surprising absence of climate change as a major campaign issue, the continuing impact of the Dobbs decision, and the GOP's strategy of shifting abortion rights to state control. The dialogue also covered economic concerns and inflation's influence on voters. The episode concluded with a comprehensive analysis of Trump's legal challenges, key legislative races, campaign finance, and the influence of celebrity endorsements on voters. A great overview!

    1 h 7 min
  4. Felicity Barringer - The West Is a Tortoise on the Environment Ahead of Other Tortoises

    22 OCT.

    Felicity Barringer - The West Is a Tortoise on the Environment Ahead of Other Tortoises

    We began our second Bill Lane Center for the American West sponsored episode with leading long-time environmental and former Russia-based journalist Felicity Barringer, editor of & the West, a magazine about the future and nature of the West. We discussed the future of water in the West, focusing on the divisions in the Colorado River, new water technologies, and the region's concentration of lithium. We then explored geothermal energy alternatives, the Sustainable Groundwater Act, and the threats of sea level rise to coastal communities, as well as how the insurance industry has adapted to survive the effects of climate change. Felicity addressed the ongoing debate about the West's advancement on climate change compared to other regions and we examined the damage to salmon runs resulting from both climate change and dams. Rounding out this rich conversation, we delved into topics ranging from seaweed farming and dust storms to Native peoples and western land, social media's impact on national parks, and coal. The discussion concluded with Felicity's insights about what distinguishes the American West culturally, her experiences as a journalist in Russia during the Gorbachev era, and what lies ahead for & the West.

    58 min
  5. Malcolm Gladwell - One of the World's Most Successful Authors and Podcasters

    15 OCT.

    Malcolm Gladwell - One of the World's Most Successful Authors and Podcasters

    A wide-ranging discussion featured acclaimed author and podcaster Malcolm Gladwell. Michael Krasny began by exploring Malcolm's entry into podcasting. Malcolm shared his love for the medium and how his podcast, Revisionist History, showcases his "mischievous side." They discussed the success of podcasters Joe Rogan and Bill Simmons and the importance of curiosity and listening skills. Malcolm touched on his experience with Paul Simon and the cultural effects on cardiologists, as detailed in his latest book. The conversation covered diverse topics. These included elite schools and college admissions processes, a town with a suicide epidemic, and the homogeneity of cheetahs. Malcolm also spoke about OxyContin and COVID, his favorite published book, and his current writing project. He expressed a growing interest in character-driven writing and his admiration for journalist Janet Malcolm. The dialogue then shifted to the role of faith in Malcolm's writing and his thoughts on Kamala Harris and popular music. They explored the impact of popular culture on Holocaust discussions and Malcolm's views on Pastor Rick Warren. The importance of journalism and Malcolm's increasing skepticism were also addressed. The conversation concluded with topics like white flight, fame, and Malcolm's earlier work at The New Yorker.

    1 h 4 min
  6. Self Proclaimed Tech Geek Jim Louderback Opines

    8 OCT.

    Self Proclaimed Tech Geek Jim Louderback Opines

    Michael Krasny began this episode with tech and media expert Jim Louderback by asking him what he foresees for the future of digital media and the dialogue then moved on to a discussion of AI and ChatGPT. From there the conversation went to the fate of TikTok & Jim's opinions on Instagram, YouTube and its creators, Netflix, and entrepreneurship. The conversation then flowed to Jim and Michael discussing their experiences with conferences and some of what each disclosed as the secrets of good and productive interviewing. A rich and illuminating conversation continued with a discussion about The Lighthouse, a place for creators, Telegram facing prosecution and the effects of social platforms on children, as well as the overall role of creators and ZDTV. Michael then asked Jim about his notion that we soon will see the end of advertising as we presently know it and Jim concluded, following a question from Michael, with his thoughts on privacy. Those who know Louderback's passion and insightfulness will find much predictably gratifying here. If you don't know him you will likely also appreciate his passionate perspectives.

    59 min
  7. David M Kennedy on the American West

    1 OCT.

    David M Kennedy on the American West

    We began this first of four episodes, sponsored by the Bill Lane Center for the American West, with its co-founder and emeritus Stanford History Professor and Pulitzer Prize-winning author David M. Kennedy, discussing the real and the mythic American West and the nation's possibly most interdisciplinary course offered by the Center on the West and defining what the West is – including its geological history and the over two-century singular role of the federal government. This was followed by Michael Krasny asking Professor Kennedy what drew him to the study of the West and a discussion of the old versus the new West and the irony of the West's colonial economy and its dominance in the development of high tech. This rich and enlightening dialogue proceeded to a consideration of the West's violence and lawlessness, especially against Native Americans, who are much larger in number in the West and play a strong present role in advancing environmental issues. Professor Kennedy then touched on the history of gender in the West, the distinctive politics of the West, and the overall effects of immigration on the region. He also spoke in this extraordinarily informed and informative episode about the role of the Lane Center and the unique expansion in the West.

    57 min
  8. Elizabeth Farnsworth - A Woman of Distinction

    26 SEPT.

    Elizabeth Farnsworth - A Woman of Distinction

    Elizabeth Farnsworth, former PBS Newshour anchor and reporter turned writer, engaged in a wide-ranging conversation with host Michael Krasny about her career and latest work. The discussion covered her memorable interviews, mentors, and experiences as a foreign correspondent, including traumatic events that led to her leaving that role. Farnsworth reflected on the challenges of modern news reporting and the differences between commercial and public broadcasting. The conversation then shifted to her novel "Last Light," which explores the treatment of German POWs in a fictional Kansas hospital during World War II. Farnsworth shared insights into her creative process, the differences between memoir and fiction writing, and her thoughts on prose style. The dialogue also touched on historical topics such as the underground railroad and school integration, as well as personal reflections from both Farnsworth and Krasny. The conversation concluded with comparisons between broadcasting and podcasting, and reminiscences about notable figures they had interviewed in the past.

    57 min
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Award winning broadcaster, author, and professor Michael Krasny shares in-depth interviews with leading newsmakers, scholars, authors and intellectuals.

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    Michael Krasny
  • Années d’activité
    2022 - 2024
  • Épisodes
    106
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