Award-winning actor Alec Baldwin takes listeners into the lives of artists, policy makers and performers. Alec sidesteps the predictable by going inside the dressing rooms, apartments, and offices of people we want to understand better: Ira Glass, Lena Dunham, David Letterman, Barbara Streisand, Tom Yorke, Chris Rock and others. Hear what happens when an inveterate guest becomes a host.
Here's The Thing with Alec Baldwin
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Award-winning actor Alec Baldwin takes listeners into the lives of artists, policy makers and performers. Alec sidesteps the predictable by going inside the dressing rooms, apartments, and offices of people we want to understand better: Ira Glass, Lena Dunham, David Letterman, Barbara Streisand, Tom Yorke, Chris Rock and others. Hear what happens when an inveterate guest becomes a host.
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Recent Episodes
June 23, 2026
Andres Veiel and Sandra Maischberger Document the Life of Leni Riefenstahl
Host Alec Baldwin interviews filmmaker Andres Veiel and journalist Sandra Maischberger about their documentary exploring Leni Riefenstahl's complex life and legacy.
June 16, 2026
From the Archives: Jon Robin Baitz
Host Alec Baldwin interviews award-winning playwright Jon Robin Baitz about his Broadway debut and personal experiences writing for theater and television.
June 9, 2026
Movie Exec Jason Fisher on the Next Phase of the Film & TV Industry
Host Alec Baldwin interviews award-winning producer and StageRunner CEO Jason Fisher about the evolution of prestige television and the forces reshaping the entertainment industry.
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