John Myers

Since 2017, John Myers has been the producer of NPR's World Cafe, which is produced by WXPN at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. Previously he spent about eight years working on the other side of Philly at WHYY as a producer on the staff of Fresh Air with Terry Gross. John was also a member of the team of public radio veterans recruited to develop original programming for Audible and has worked extensively as a freelance producer. His portfolio includes work for the Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site, The Association for Public Art and the radio documentary, Going Black: The Legacy of Philly Soul Radio. He's taught radio production to preschoolers and college students and, in the late 90's, spent a couple of years traveling around the country as a roadie for the rock band Huffamoose.

For Kurt Vile, 'settling down' doesn't necessarily mean 'staying still'

Raina Douris, John Myers

The Philly rocker's latest album is titled (watch my moves) and he joins me to talk about the moves he's been making, who he's been working with and lots more.
Anaïs Mitchell returns to her roots on a new self-titled album

Stephen Kallao, John Myers

It's a confessional, intimate album a world away from Midtown Manhattan.
Experiencing the down-to-earth vibe of Billie Eilish

Stephen Kallao, John Myers

In this session, Eilish joins us from the couch at her parents' house to talk about her latest album, Happier Than Ever.
Neil Young breaks down 'Barn,' track-by-track

Raina Douris, John Myers

Surrounded by an intimate group of trusted friends and musicians in a Colorado barn, Neil Young was able to make a new album just the way he wanted.
A Trumpet Made Of Bullets And The Kids Who Inspired It Take Hope Around The Country

Talia Schlanger, John Myers

The Instrument of Hope, a trumpet made partly of bullets and inspired by the survivors of the 2018 Parkland, Fla., mass shooting, is touring the country to promote healing.
Lizzo Is In The Eye Of A Superstar Storm

Talia Schlanger, John Myers

Lizzo is a singer, writer, rapper, producer and classically trained flutist who has been working towards her incredible, star-making moment for a long time.
Bob Mould Reflects On Albums He Loved As A Youth With 'Sunshine Rock'

Stephen Kallao, John Myers

The influential musician to the punk and hardcore scene returns with new latest album, Sunshine Rock.
Gary Clark Jr. Shows Impressive Musical Range On 'This Land'

Talia Schlanger, John Myers

The Austin native's latest album This Land incorporates punk, soul and even hip-hop.
David Byrne Digs For Wonder

Talia Schlanger, John Myers

David Byrne, musician and all-around wonder archaeologist, visits the World Cafe Studios in Philadelphia to talk about animals, bicycles, civic obligations and his latest album 'American Utopia.'