Sachar Mathias Podcasts

As you've probably heard by now, TIME's 2023 Person of The Year is Taylor Swift. In this special bonus episode, host Charlotte Alter sits down with TIME’s Editor in Chief, Sam Jacobs, and Senior Executive Editor, Kelly Conniff, for a behind-the-scenes look at the history of TIME's legendary, annual Person of the Year issue and to hear all the reaso…

As you've probably heard by now, TIME's 2023 Person of The Year is Taylor Swift. In this special bonus episode, host Charlotte Alter sits down with TIME’s Editor in Chief, Sam Jacobs, and Senior Executive Editor, Kelly Conniff, for a behind-the-scenes look at the history of TIME's legendary, annual Person of the Year issue and to hear all the reaso…

Every year, TIME recognizes a person or group whose done the most to influence the events of the last 365 days. This year, we partnered with Smartsheet to celebrate teamwork by honoring an enterprise whose commitment to communication, collaboration, and innovation made a significant impact on the world. In this special bonus episode, you'll hear ho…

This week, host Charlotte Alter welcomes Cord Jefferson – the Emmy award-winning writer and director, known for his work on shows like ‘Succession,’ 'Watchmen' and 'The Good Place.' As Jefferson prepares for the theatrical release of his directorial debut, 'American Fiction,' he shares insight into how the film came to life, and the stories behind …

This week, host Charlotte Alter welcomes visionary entrepreneur Brian Chesky, the co-founder and CEO of Airbnb. Chesky recounts how a simple idea between friends transformed into a global phenomenon that reinvented how people perceive and interact with strangers, and shares insights into how his artistic background and childhood travel experiences …

This week, host Charlotte Alter is joined by Olympic gymnast Gabby Douglas, the trailblazing superstar athlete whose aerial feats have etched her name in history. Gabby recounts the sacrifices of leaving home at a young age to pursue greatness and how her life changed overnight following her 2012 Olympic triumph. In discussing the pressures of fame…

This week, host Charlotte Alter is joined in-studio by legendary country music superstar Tim McGraw. They journey back in time to Tim's childhood in Louisiana and the moment he discovered that his father was famous baseball player Tug McGraw, and revisit Tim’s early years playing in local restaurants and clubs before breaking out and onto the bigge…

This week, host Charlotte Alter sits down with cookbook author, chef, restaurateur, and social media sensation Sohla El-Waylly to talk about her new cookbook "Start Here: Instructions for Becoming a Better Cook." The pair discuss how El-Waylly skillfully incorporates diverse influences, flavors, and techniques into her culinary practice and her cre…

This week, host Charlotte Alter welcomes renowned sociologist, Pulitzer Prize-winning author, and MacArthur Fellow Matthew Desmond to the show. Desmond shares insights from his latest book, "Poverty, by America," and discusses how his upbringing in Arizona led to a life dedicated to studying economic struggle. The pair explore the complexities and …

This week, host Charlotte Alter sits down with Kesha – the dynamic pop sensation whose chart-topping hits have set the tempo for dancefloors worldwide. The pair delve into Kesha's musical odyssey, starting from her childhood in Nashville and spanning her diverse influences of pop, punk, and rock-n-roll. Kesha offers insights into her collaboration …

This week, host Charlotte Alter is joined by legendary documentary filmmaker Ken Burns. Ahead of the release of Burns’ new series, “The American Buffalo,” the pair dive deep into America’s past, and discuss the troubling challenges around teaching that history today. From the beginnings of his illustrious career and the principles that drive him, t…

This week, host Charlotte Alter sits down with legendary entrepreneur and philanthropist, Sir Richard Branson – the mastermind behind the iconic Virgin brand. The pair retrace Branson's journey from his adventurous youth and pioneering career in music, through Branson’s groundbreaking voyage to the cosmos. Diving into Branson’s recent work to comba…

This week, host Charlotte Alter sits down with 2023 TIME100 Next Phenom R.F. Kuang. The #1 New York Times bestselling author shares insight into crafting characters with empathy, the emotional rollercoaster of being a novelist, the nuanced function of literary genres, and the vibrancy of BookTok. Through the lens of Kuang’s latest novel, “Yellowfac…

In this first Executive Spotlight –presented by Verizon and TIME– Verizon Chairman & CEO Hans Vestberg joins TIME CEO Jess Sibley for a thoughtful conversation on digital equity and how improving connectivity will better people's lives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By TIME

This week, multifaceted phenom Fran Drescher joins host Charlotte Alter for a journey through the labyrinth of Hollywood. From Drescher’s early days in Queens, to her iconic role as Miss Fine in "The Nanny," to her current role as the Screen Actor’s Guild president, Fran and Charlotte recount the steps that led Drescher to becoming one of the most …

This week, host Charlotte Alter sits down with acclaimed media theorist, author, and internet biographer Douglas Rushkoff. Credited by MIT as one of the "world's ten most influential intellectuals," Rushkoff shares his unique insights into how technological advancements shape our relationship with media, money, power, and each other. Together, they…

We're off this week and wanted to bring you something special from our colleagues at TIME and Georgia Public Broadcasting. Earlier this summer, TIME Senior International Climate and Environment Correspondent Aryn Baker teamed up with GPB reporter Sofi Gratas to document the impact that extreme heat has had on the most vulnerable members of America'…