Esquire’s long-running interview series comes to life in audio format in this podcast hosted by editor-in-chief Michael Sebastian. In each episode, Michael sits down with actors, athletes, directors, musicians, writers, comedians, politicians and other legendary figures for a candid interview to pull back the curtain and reveal the hard-earned wisdom each has gleaned.
What I've Learned
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Podcast Overview
Esquire’s long-running interview series comes to life in audio format in this podcast hosted by editor-in-chief Michael Sebastian. In each episode, Michael sits down with actors, athletes, directors, musicians, writers, comedians, politicians and other legendary figures for a candid interview to pull back the curtain and reveal the hard-earned wisdom each has gleaned.
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July 6, 2026
Aaron Judge on Fatherhood, Failure & Being a Yankee | What I’ve Learned | Esquire
Aaron Judge has become one of the defining athletes of his generation, but the biggest lessons he’s learned have come far beyond the baseball diamond. In this special first-ever live taping of the “What I’ve Learned” vodcast, the Yankees Captain sits down with Esquire Editor-in-Chief Michael Sebastian the Yankees Captain sits down with Esquire Editor-in-Chief Michael Sebastian in front of an audience at Ralph Lauren’s flagship New York store to reflect on growing up in a small California town, being adopted, learning from failure, and what it truly means to wear the pinstripes. Judge opens up about developing the routines that transformed his career, why legacy is about much more than home runs and MVP awards, and how fatherhood has changed the way he experiences baseball. He also shares what it means to represent the Yankees on and off the field before answering questions from young fans in the audience. Check out Aaron Judge’s Esquire cover here: https://www.esquire.com/sports/a71604174/aaron-judge-interview-2026/ #AaronJudge #Yankees #NewYorkYankees #WhatIveLearned #Esquire
June 25, 2026
Johnny Knoxville on Bulls, Broken Bones & The “Jackass” Final Chapter | What I've Learned | Esquire
Johnny Knoxville built a career doing things most people would never dream of, but the biggest lessons he’s learned have nothing to do with getting shot out of a cannon or hit in the crotch. In this episode of “What I’ve Learned,” the “Jackass” co-creator and frontman sits down with Esquire Editor-in-Chief Michael Sebastian to reflect on the birth of “Jackass,” the influence of Hunter S. Thompson, and the people who shaped him, from his prank-loving father to his lifelong friends. Knoxville opens up about grief, becoming a dad at a young age, and what it means to finally feel comfortable in his own skin. He also shares stories behind some of his most infamous stunts, including getting shot in a bulletproof vest, tearing his urethra, and surviving a brutal encounter with a bull. See “Jackass: Best and Last” in theaters now. #JohnnyKnoxville #Jackass #JackassMovie #JackassBestandLast #WhatIveLearned #Esquire
June 15, 2026
Jon Bernthal on "The Odyssey," Fatherhood & Owning His Mistakes | What I’ve Learned | Esquire
Jon Bernthal is known for playing tough guys, but some of his biggest lessons came far away from a film set. In this episode of “What I’ve Learned,” the actor sits down with Esquire Editor-in-Chief Michael Sebastian to discuss fatherhood, masculinity, and the moment that changed the direction of his life. From working with Christopher Nolan on “The Odyssey” and reuniting with Tom Holland to reflecting on marriage, friendship, and showing up for the people you love, Bernthal shares why empathy and vulnerability are just as important as strength.Get tickets to “Dog Day Afternoon” on Broadway here: https://dogdayafternoon.com/Check out Jon Bernthal’s Esquire profile here: https://www.esquire.com/entertainment/a71271445/jon-bernthal-the-punisher-the-bear-odyssey/#JonBernthal #DogDayAfternoon #TheBear #TheOdyssey #SpiderManBrandNewDay #WhatIveLearned #Esquire
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