
Yankees shortstop and Hall of Famer Derek Jeter was known as "The Captain," and "Mr. November," for his leadership on the field and in the clubhouse, and for his clutch hits in big moments. Notoriously tight-lipped with the media throughout his career, Jeter managed to remain one of the most beloved Yankees of all time. A new seven-part ESPN docuseries called, "The Captain" tells the story of his career, from his upbringing, his electric early years with the Yankees, his strained relationship with former friend and teammate Alex Rodriguez, and the career changing injury that affected his game forever. Director Randy Wilkins joins us to discuss the series, and getting Jeter to be candid on camera. "The Captain" premieres on ESPN tonight, after the Home Run Derby.
Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward were one of Hollywood's great love stories, a golden couple who achieved great things together. Ethan Hawke joins us to discuss directing the new docuseries about their lives and love called, "The Last Movie Stars," which also stars George Clooney reading transcripts from Paul Newman, and Laura Linney reading for Joanne Woodward. "The Last Movie Stars" premieres on HBO Max on July 21.
Based on true events, the new Apple TV + series "Black Bird" tells the story of a man facing a long prison sentence who is told by authorities that if he can get a confession out of a suspected serial killer, he might be able to walk free. Dennis Lehane, author of books like Shutter Island, Mystic River, and Gone Baby Gone, is the creator and showrunner of the series. He joins us to discuss "Black Bird," which airs new episodes Fridays on Apple TV +.
The Emmy nominations are out and we speak to Vulture's TV critic Kathryn Van Arendonk about the big stories, surprises and snubs.
The new documentary, "Anonymous Club," is an intimate view into Australian musician Courtney Barnett's life, while touring and working on her latest album, Things Take Time, Take Time. Barnett joins us to discuss the film and her album, alongside the film's director and Barnett's longtime friend and music video director, Danny Cohen. "Anonymous Club" opens on July 19 in New York City.