Art

Episode 120: Gregory Crewdson

  Photographer Gregory Crewdson takes pictures much the way a director makes movies: working with a crew, including a DP, and never touching a camera. The results are haunting and beautiful. We convened at Planthouse Gallery with musical guest Paul Grimstad.  PERSON: his father, Frank Crewdson  PLACE: Upper Goose Pond  THING: a Fender Stratocaster guitar … Continue reading »

Fiction

Episode 119: Joseph O’Neill

  His novels include the much admired Netherland, and The Dog, long-listed for the Man Booker Prize. We spoke at the American Irish Historical Society, where we were joined by the splendid musicans Eamon O’Leary and Stephanie Coleman who put down their instruments during the conversational part of the program. People are so considerate.  PERSON: Seamus Heaney … Continue reading »