Alchemy with Anthony Mason

About Alchemy with Anthony Mason

Welcome to Alchemy! This is a show about the craft and mystery of the creative process. It’s for anyone who’s ever been saved by a song, lost in a book, or enlightened by a painting. I’ve spent decades as a journalist interviewing artists in all creative disciplines. Alchemy is a new home for these conversations. Follow us. And be inspired.

Publisher

Anthony Mason

Category

music · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

25 Aug 2026

Latest episode

14 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

10 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   14 Oct 2026

   Why everyone finds inspiration at Aaron Dessner's Long Pond Studio

   Host Anthony Mason interviews GRAMMY-winning producer Aaron Dessner about the creative magic and artistic inspiration found at his Long Pond Studio.

2. 

   14 Oct 2026

   MUNA on surviving a breakup while keeping the band together

   Host Anthony Mason interviews Katie Gavin, Josette Maskin, and Naomi McPherson of MUNA about navigating breakups while maintaining their band's creative synergy and artistic integrity.

3. 

   7 Oct 2026

   Ben Schwartz shot an entire TV series with no buyer. Here's the plan

   Host Anthony Mason interviews Ben Schwartz about his independent TV series creation and the creative process behind his ambitious projects.

4. 

   7 Oct 2026

   Nile Rodgers on band speak: the language only he and Bowie understood

   Host Anthony Mason interviews legendary musician Nile Rodgers about his unique creative process and the untold stories behind iconic songs.

5. 

   30 Sept 2026

   Tom Morello's new album is a Rage fan's dream

   Host Anthony Mason interviews guitarist Tom Morello about his new album, collaborations, and musical journey, offering insights into his creative process.

6. 

   30 Sept 2026

   How Sam Smith's songwriting changed on their new album

   Host Anthony Mason interviews Grammy-winning singer Sam Smith about the evolution of their songwriting on their new album "Hazel Eyes."

7. 

   23 Sept 2026

   How Sara Bareilles became a Broadway writer, Sondheim star, and sitcom lead

   Host Anthony Mason interviews singer-songwriter Sara Bareilles about her creative journey, new album, and experiences in Broadway and television.

8. 

   23 Sept 2026

   Brittany Howard on the unexpected rise of Alabama Shakes

   Host Anthony Mason interviews Brittany Howard about the unexpected rise of Alabama Shakes and her journey as a celebrated musician.

9. 

   23 Sept 2026

   Hozier: “My heart was just torn open”

   Host Anthony Mason interviews singer-songwriter Andrew Hozier-Byrne about his musical inspirations, creative process, and memorable career moments.

10. 

    25 Aug 2026

    Introducing Alchemy with Anthony Mason

    Award-winning journalist Anthony Mason interviews cultural shapers, offering a first look into the art that defines our world.

Who has been a guest on Alchemy with Anthony Mason

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Aaron Dessner
• Katie Gavin
• Josette Maskin
• Naomi McPherson
• Ben Schwartz

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

6 ratings

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Books guests

Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.

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