Odessa, Part 2: Friday Night Lights

Odessa, Part 2: Friday Night Lights

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Want to Enjoy Music More? Go For a Run.

Ben Ratliff, a music critic and avid runner, always ran in silence. Then he discovered how music opened up to him — while running. It changed his entire approach to criticism and listening. He calls it “running the song.”Today, for the New York City Marathon, Ben talks with our h ...  Show more

Martin McDonagh Has a Vision for Hope. It's Not for the Faint of Heart.

The writer-director, known for his dark and bleak work, believes in film’s power to change our lives.Thoughts? Email us at theinterview@nytimes.comWatch our show on YouTube: youtube.com/@TheInterviewPodcastFor transcripts and more, visit: nytimes.com/theinterview For more informa ...  Show more

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