Trivia On The Air, With Ken Jennings; New Doc On The Mysterious Musical Career of Jeff Buckley; Summer Reading Biography: Trans Activist Marsha P. Johnson
Ken Jennings, host of "Jeopardy!" joins the show for an hour to discuss his role on the show and his new book of trivia, The Complete Kennections: 5,000 Questions in 1,000 Puzzles. Listeners have the chance to complete some of these trivia questions live with Ken on the air.
Director Amy Berg talks about her new documentary on the life, music, and lasting influence of Jeff Buckley. The film, "It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley," explores the mythology that’s grown around Buckley in the decades since his death, and features never-before-heard recordings and insights from those who knew him best. Berg discusses the challenges telling an artist's story when it's been defined by mystery and absence. The film releases in theaters on August 8. Listeners reflect on their connection to Buckley’s music and legacy.
[REBROADCAST FROM MAY 22, 2025] We continue our week spotlighting memoirs and biographies with a conversation about New York City LGBTQ+ rights activist Marsha P. Johnson with Tourmaline, author of the new book Marsha: The Joy and Defiance of Marsha P. Johnson.
