Every week, critic Wesley Morris engages in discussions about culture. He converses with writers, artists, and friends about current events. The show offers personal and unpredictable perspectives. New episodes are available every Thursday. You can listen to the podcast on your favorite app or watch it on YouTube.
Highlights
Over 20,000 Restaurants in New York City. Only One List.
Wesley Morris and co-chief restaurant critic, Ligaya Mishan, select highlights from the 2026 ‘Best Restaurants in NYC’ list. Video contributions include work by Jeremy Rocklin, Amy Marino, Daniele Sarti, Jadzia Erskine, John White, and Felice Leon. The New York Times provides credit.
Is ‘Colbert’ the Wrong Late Show to Cancel?
Wesley Morris and Jason Zinoman, a Times critic at large, explore the landscape of late-night TV following the absence of ‘The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.’ Video contributors are Jeremy Rocklin, Amy Marino, Felice Leon, Janelle Anderson, and Austin Mitchell. Images are credited to The New York Times and Getty Images.
The Devil Wears Prada, Workers Get Nada
Wesley Morris examines ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ and the trend where bosses, rather than workers, dominate the screen. The video includes contributions by Jeremy Rocklin, Amy Marino, Daniele Sarti, Jika Gonzalez, John White, and Felice Leon. The visuals are credited to The New York Times and Associated Press.
We Defend Our ‘Greatest Songwriters’ List
Wesley Morris joins ‘Popcast’ hosts Jon Caramanica and Joe Coscarelli, alongside Times Magazine editor Sasha Weiss, to discuss the ‘Greatest Songwriters’ list. Video work by Jeremy Rocklin, Eddie Costas, Alfredo Chiarappa, Daniele Sarti, Andrew Smith, Dave Mayers, Thomas Trudeau, Janelle Anderson, and Felice Leon. Contributions credited to Stefan Ruiz.
What the Oscars Got Right
Wesley Morris and Sasha Weiss recap the broadcast of the 98th Academy Awards. Video by Jeremy Rocklin, Jamie Hefetz, Andrew Smith, Jika Gonzalez, and Felice Leon. The New York Times provides an illustration, with a photo by Nina Westervelt.
‘Michael’ Is Pure Propaganda
Wesley Morris and film curator Eric Hynes review ‘Michael’, questioning its portrayal of Michael Jackson. Video by Jeremy Rocklin, Mark Zemel, David Herr, John White, Austin Mitchell, Felice Leon, Alfredo Chiarappa, Lauren Pruitt, and Andrew Smith. Photo credits to The New York Times and Associated Press.
Does ‘The Drama’ Know Zendaya Is Black?
Wesley Morris and Styles reporter Gina Cherelus discuss ‘The Drama’ and its portrayal of Zendaya. Contributors include Janelle Anderson, Felice Leon, Lisa Tobin, Jeremy Rocklin, Amy Marino, Alfredo Chiarappa, and Daniele Sarti. Photo illustrations from The New York Times and A24.
‘Love Story’ Is Actually a Horror Story
Wesley Morris provides insights on FX’s streaming hit ‘Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette.’ Video by Amy Marino, Pat Gunther, Alfredo Chiarappa, Daniele Sarti, Austin Mitchell, and Felice Leon.
Harry Styles Is the Sound of Spring
Wesley Morris considers Harry Styles’s latest album as the ideal soundtrack for spring. Video by Amy Marino, Pat Gunther, Alfredo Chiarappa, Daniele Sarti, Austin Mitchell, and Felice Leon. A photo illustration is credited to The New York Times and Associated Press.
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