In Conversation

Expansive interviews about remarkable careers.

in conversation

Quincy Jones on the Secret Michael Jackson and the Problem With Modern Pop

The music legend talks like he has nothing to lose. By David Marchese

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Emily Watson: ‘I’m Blessed With a Readable Face’

The double Oscar nominee grew up in a cultlike organization. Acting became her way out of it. By Jackson McHenry

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The Master of Compulsively Watchable TV

Darren Star was 28 when he made 90210. Thirty-five years later, he’s still making hits. By E. Alex Jung

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