The Guestlist With Sean Cannon

Open Mike Eagle talks about how he got into the rap game and the importance of pulling back the curtain on the music industry. Former WWE world champ Mick Foley discusses an unlikely source of inspiration for his in-ring insanity.

Garage rocker King Khan talks about mirth, mayhem, magma, and meditation. You'll also hear a live set from The King Khan and BBQ Show recorded at KEXP in Seattle. Plus graphic designer Aaron Draplin talks about getting rid of classic rock ears.

I sat down with Afrobeat luminary and political activist Femi Kuti a few days ago, and it was so moving for me that I scrapped what I was working on and decided to present this interview in its entirety. You'll hear Femi talk about how his grandma changed his life forever, how defying his famous father almost ruined his career, and persevering when things looked bleak.

Margaret Cho isn't your average stand-up comic. She's not your average anything, for that matter. She dreamt of being a comedian in elementary school, she became a comedian in middle school (with Sam Rockwell, no less), and she became an intersectional feminist icon as an adult — one who also happens to be an author, actress, critic, fashion designer, and musician.

We're posting extended versions of some older interviews this week, starting with Aparna Nancherla's chat from a few months back. Over the weekend, she released her debut album, "Just Putting It Out There," on Tig Notaro's Bentzen Ball Records.

Honus Honus of Man Man talks about why he developed his unique onstage persona. Comedian Jenny Zigrino discusses the terror that can accompany a big break.

Old 97's frontman Rhett Miller talks about his approach to songwriting and his desire to make sure you're enjoying yourself. Daniel Ralston talks about a story he spent years contemplating, researching, and reporting — one that involves shady business dealings, impersonation, and cowboy hats.

Luke Wilson talks about working with Cameron Crowe on his new TV show, working with his family, and advice he's accrued over the last 20 years in show business. Adam Turla of Murder by Death discusses his band's beginnings and how he became a Kickstarter celebrity.

Deltron 3030's Del the Funky Homosapien and Dan the Automator discuss authenticity in hip hop, how Mega Man inspired their last record, and resisting the urge to play the game. The music industry game, that is. You'll also hear a live session from The Tallest Man on Earth and a tribute to Muhammad Ali.

Muhammad Ali was more than an athlete. He was more than an icon. He was more than a prophet. When it comes to cultural significance, very few people can stand toe to toe with Ali. He contained a rare combination of ability, conviction, kindness, and bombast that'll never be replicated.

Comedian Margaret Cho talks about learning from all of her favorite musicians, constantly explaining her identity to audiences, and how sexual abuse affected her early in life. Lou Barlow of Sebadoh and Dinosaur Jr. talks about how the serenity prayer has helped him. Well, sort of.

Nikki Glaser talks about the thought of quitting stand up comedy, dismantling the male gaze on stage, and her love of Wilco.

David Bazan and Damien Jurado have been close friends since high school. That said, they hadn't seen each other in years when they just so happened to be in Louisville at the same time. So they sat down in the studio and talked about their relationship and how their lives have mirrored each other.

Okkervil River frontman Will Sheff talks about how identity and artifice inform music. Yoni Wolf discusses doubt, discipline, and paying his mortgage.

Prince meant so many things to so many people. As a misfit kid that never really fit into the world around him, Prince was a beacon of hope for me. There's nothing I could say that would do his legacy justice, so here he is — in his own words.