The Wise Unknown

The Wise Unknown
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The Wise Unknown

Some of the country’s most revered actors, activists, authors, and spiritual guides introduce listeners to the “wisest person no one has ever heard of” who they credit with being critical to their success in life. Host Courtney E. Martin–think Krista Tippett meets Studs Terkel–then elicits the life lessons, palpable delights, and funny stories of these refreshingly unrefined, unknown gurus.

Episodes

  1. 11/30/2023

    Courtney Martin and Golda Arthur wrap the series

    Courtney and Golda talk about how the series was created, look back at some memorable moments from our guests, and hear from listeners. Plus, stay tuned for how you can get your hands on the Wise Unknown poster.

    46 min

  2. 11/23/2023

    Isabel Allende & Lori Barra

    Larger-than-life bestselling novelist Isabel introduces Courtney to a remarkably understated photographer and very patient daughter-in-law, Lori.

    38 min

  3. 11/16/2023

    Rosario Dawson & Idalia Rodriguez

    Renaissance woman Rosario introduces Courtney to her multi-hyphenate, straight-talkin’ bestie.

    34 min

  4. 11/09/2023

    Ashley Judd and Ted Klontz

    Ashley introduces Courtney to the man who helped her find her courage as she blew open the Harvey Weinstein case.

    39 min

  5. 11/02/2023

    Ai-jen Poo & Joyce Johnson

    MacArthur genius and labor organizer Ai-jen introduces Courtney to under-the-radar Civil Rights hero, Joyce Johnson.

    43 min

  6. 10/26/2023

    Adam Grant and Bernard Chang

    Beloved work guru Adam Grant introduces Courtney to the graduate instructor that changed everything for him.

    40 min

  7. 10/19/2023

    Samin Nosrat and Twilight Greenaway

    Courtney talks to chef Samin Nosrat, who unabashedly pursued the limelight, and her often prophetic bestie, journalist Twilight Greenaway, who has consistently shied away from it.

    38 min
  8. W.Kamau Bell and Dwayne Kennedy

    10/12/2023

    W.Kamau Bell and Dwayne Kennedy

    W. Kamau Bell introduces Courtney to Dwayne Kennedy, a favorite comedian of people like Marc Maron and Chris Rock - so why hasn’t Dwayne ever “made it big?”

    39 min
  9. Introducing 'The Wise Unknown'

    10/05/2023

    Introducing 'The Wise Unknown'

    Some of the country’s favorite actors, activists, and authors introduce listeners to the “wisest person no one has ever heard of” who they credit with being critical to their success in life. Host Courtney E. Martin–think Krista Tippett meets Studs Terkel–then elicits the life lessons, palpable delights, and funny stories of these refreshingly unrefined, ‘wise unknowns’.

    2 min

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Some of the country’s most revered actors, activists, authors, and spiritual guides introduce listeners to the “wisest person no one has ever heard of” who they credit with being critical to their success in life. Host Courtney E. Martin–think Krista Tippett meets Studs Terkel–then elicits the life lessons, palpable delights, and funny stories of these refreshingly unrefined, unknown gurus.

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    The Wise Unknown
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Clean
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