'The Interview': Arundhati Roy Knows Where America Is Headed
The Daily
2025/08/30
'The Interview': Arundhati Roy Knows Where America Is Headed
'The Interview': Arundhati Roy Knows Where America Is Headed

The Daily
2025/08/30
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The acclaimed writer has a new memoir, and a warning. * Thoughts? Email us at theinterview@nytimes.com * Watch our show on YouTube: youtube.com/@TheInterviewPodcast * For transcripts and more, visit: nytimes.com/theinterview Unlock full access to Ne...
Highlights
Highlights
In this podcast episode, acclaimed author Arundhati Roy reflects on her latest memoir and the personal and political forces that shaped her life and writing. Drawing from her complex relationship with her late mother, Mary Roy, a prominent educator and activist, Roy delves into the emotional and societal challenges that have influenced her work and worldview.
Chapters
Chapters
A Memoir of Love, Loss, and Literary Legacy
00:00Mother and Daughter: A Bond Forged in Conflict
00:14The Emotional Cost of Growing Up in the Spotlight
00:21When Politics and Personal Lives Collide
00:35Artists in the Crosshairs: Creativity Under Political Pressure
00:39Transcript
Transcript
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