The Interviews | Danielle Brooks, Colin Kaepernick, Giri Nathan
Summary
Andy Richter hosts a three-part episode featuring Danielle Brooks, who discusses her role in the Watts-set film *If I Go, Will They Miss Me* and the impact of acting on her parenting. Colin Kaepernick shares insights from his memoir *The Perilous Fight*, reflecting on the NFL Combine, the risks of activism, and the ongoing struggle for social justice. Finally, tennis writer Gady Nathan critiques the US Open’s commercialization and crowd behavior while analyzing the latest Grand Slam finals and the dominance of top players.
Topics discussed
Intro and Dancing with the Stars podcast promo
Welcome Danielle Brooks
Plot of 'If I Go, Will They Miss Me'
Parenting and acting as a craft
Emotional impact of the character
Themes of fatherhood and accountability
Sponsorship and transition to next guest
Welcome Colin Kaepernick
Current state of activism and access
Football career and community involvement
Reflections on the protest and planning
The NFL Combine experience
Ownership in sports and daily impact
Risk assessment in activism
Reactions from former teammates
Outro and sponsorships
State of the US Open and spectator behavior
Tennis decorum and outer court experience
Rybakina vs. Svitolina rivalry
Men's final and Alcaraz's injury
Tennis sounds, economics, and court access
Books vs. social media and writing habits
Outro and sponsorships
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