An Interviewer’s Toolbox With Jon Caramanica

Episode 36 is with journalist and pop music critic, for the New York Times, Jon Caramanica. 

Long time interview extraordinaire, for publications such as XXL and Vibe, Jon offers insight into interviews he’s conducted over the years. From the likes of Pimp C to Taylor Swift, we talk about what it takes to give a good interview and many of the aspects that come along with it. Jon pivoted from a degree at Harvard with teaching aspirations, writing hip-hop articles on the side, to strong-arming his way into a nationally syndicated publication. 

We also chat about his years actively working on a book about Ye, journalistic integrity, how hip-hop journalism has changed, and more.

I literally only needed to make 3 cuts in this whole recording...natural talkers over here XD
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