American Masters: Creative Spark podcast

American Masters: Creative Spark

How do today’s masters create their art? American Masters: Creative Spark presents narrative interviews that go in-depth with an iconic artist about the creation of a single work. Each episode offers a unique window into the world of art and the creative process of artists and cultural icons across a wide range of disciplines, from music and comedy to poetry and film. Explore more at www.pbs.org/creativespark

How do today’s masters create their art? American Masters: Creative Spark presents narrative interviews that go in-depth with an iconic artist about the creation of a single work. Each episode offers a unique window into the world of art and the creative process of artists and cultural icons across a wide range of disciplines, from music and comedy to poetry and film. Explore more at www.pbs.org/creativespark

 

#95

Phoebe Robinson Shows Her Work

Comedian Phoebe Robinson is a girl boss in recovery. As the creator and star of projects l... more

17 Oct 2025

31 MINS

31:45

17 Oct 2025


#94

Fantasmas: Julio Torres on Art Surviving in Late-Stage Capitalism

Hi all! We're taking a break from our usual episodes of Creative Spark this week to share ... more

03 Oct 2025

34 MINS

34:20

03 Oct 2025


#93

Sarah McLachlan: Making Music to Connect and Heal

Singer-songwriter Sarah McLachlan says, “we need opportunities to feel connection and to f... more

26 Sep 2025

37 MINS

37:19

26 Sep 2025


#92

How Natasha Rothwell’s Life Brought Her to “The White Lotus”

Actress Natasha Rothwell returns as Belinda in The White Lotus Season 3, a role that’s ear... more

26 Aug 2025

33 MINS

33:40

26 Aug 2025


#91

Daniel Dae Kim Leads Spy Drama and Fights for Industry Change

Actor Daniel Dae Kim is no stranger to breaking barriers. From his groundbreaking role on ... more

15 Aug 2025

21 MINS

21:48

15 Aug 2025


#90

Phil Rosenthal’s Secret Recipe: Good Food and a Laugh

Writer, producer and host Phil Rosenthal makes television for the whole family. First, he ... more

25 Jun 2025

22 MINS

22:54

25 Jun 2025


#89

Tunde Adebimpe Channels His DIY Roots Into Raw Solo Debut

TV on the Radio co-founder Tunde Adebimpe is a force of positivity. In the face of unimagi... more

06 Jun 2025

37 MINS

37:28

06 Jun 2025


#88

George C. Wolfe on Desperation and Desire in His “Gypsy”

For Tony-winning playwright and theater director George C. Wolfe, the “landscape of Americ... more

23 May 2025

25 MINS

25:43

23 May 2025


#87

Daveed Diggs Takes on Cyberpunk Rap

You might know rapper and actor Daveed Diggs from his performances in Broadway’s “Hamilton... more

24 Apr 2025

26 MINS

26:00

24 Apr 2025


#86

Lucy Dacus Makes Her First Love Songs

Singer-songwriter Lucy Dacus has been building up to this moment her entire career. With h... more

28 Mar 2025

24 MINS

24:37

28 Mar 2025


#85

Alicia Graf Mack on Honoring the Past and Future of Dance

Alicia Graf Mack has been entrusted with carrying the torch of ballet and modern dance int... more

25 Feb 2025

31 MINS

31:11

25 Feb 2025


#84

Min Jin Lee Revisits the Decades It Took To Write “Pachinko”

Author Min Jin Lee talks to us about the power of the social novel. Her epic historical fi... more

22 Nov 2024

37 MINS

37:46

22 Nov 2024


#83

Michael Urie Finds Laughs in the Balcony and the Front Row

Actor Michael Urie is a breath of fresh air. He talks to us about his journey in acting fr... more

31 Oct 2024

35 MINS

35:22

31 Oct 2024


#82

Conor Oberst Finds His Purpose in Process

Singer-songwriter Conor Oberst talks to us about the joy of making music. He describes his... more

10 Oct 2024

30 MINS

30:20

10 Oct 2024


#81

Taffy Brodesser-Akner Defends the Trauma Plot

Writer Taffy Brodesser-Akner jokes that “family is a chronic condition,” but eventually, w... more

19 Sep 2024

37 MINS

37:59

19 Sep 2024