BUILD Series

In February 1993, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) conducted a raid on a small religious community near Waco, TX. A 51-day standoff with leader David Koresh and his followers, the Branch Davidians, ensued and ended after an FBI assault led to a fire that killed 76 people. Taylor Kitsch, Michael Shannon, Paul Sparks, Melissa Benoist, David Thibodeau, Gary Noesner, Drew Dowdle & John Dowdle dropped by BUILD to have a conversation about the new Paramount Network miniseries, "Waco."

"HuffPost Highline's ""FML: Why Millennials are facing the scariest financial future of any generation since the Great Depression"" Millennials are constantly tarred as entitled—obsessed with selfies and avocado toast. But thanks to an epically unlucky collision of economic trends and social shifts, what they really are is screwed. Come and listen to Michael Hobbes, the author of a viral HuffPost Highline story on the subject, explain why it's so incredibly hard for young people to build anything resembling a stable life anymore. He'll unpack the hidden reasons why housing is so freakishly expensive, why millennials of color are even more exposed to disaster than their peers and why this generational crisis will eventually affect everyone in America. He'll interview millennials from around the country about their struggles. And he'll reveal some innovative ideas for getting us out of this mess—from big policy innovations to everyday ways we can all work to make our communities fairer places to live."

Television's original adoption extravaganza is back and furrier than ever as the world's cutest sporting event and will be returning to Animal Planet for Puppy Bowl XIV February 2018, with two hours of fuzzy faces, sloppy kisses and puppy penalties. America's favorite "Rufferee" Dan Schachner and, Award-winning animal advocate and television correspondent, Jill Rappaport stopped by BUILD to chat about the adorable event!

German duo Milky Chance makes folk-, reggae-, and electronica-influenced pop music. Formed in 2012 in Kassel, Germany, Milky Chance showcase the talents of singer/songwriter Clemens Rehbein and DJ Philipp Dausch. In 2013, after playing two promising live shows, Milky Chance began work on their debut album. When they were finished, they uploaded several of the tracks, including the catchy "Stolen Dance," to YouTube. To their surprise, the song became a viral hit, racking up millions of views and leading to several sold-out tour dates for the band. In 2016, the duo returned to the studio to record their sophomore album, "Blossom," which saw the pair pushing their sound further into new directions. Interview held at BUILD Studio at 692 Broadway.

With a career spanning 2,200 live shows, ten studio albums and a diehard legion of followers from around the globe, Umphrey’s McGee continues to build a fan base that defies categorization. The band has devoted its craft to creating a community centered around meticulous attention to fan experience. At the cutting-edge of both music and technology, their live show offers immersive tech-fueled innovations, super-serving their massive following. The band recently announced details on their 11th studio album, "It's Not Us." Comprised of 11 wide-ranging, vibrant songs the LP is a dynamic statement album that showcases the versatility and world-class musicianship that is at the band’s core. Interview held at BUILD Studio at 692 Broadway.

With 100 million records sold worldwide and two prestigious Diamond Awards to their credit, Def Leppard continues to be one of the most important forces in rock music. For the past thirty years, the band’s concerts have become must-see events and have quickly made them an institution in the touring industry, as they continue to sell out arenas worldwide. Joe Elliott, lead and backing vocals for the legendary band, joined BUILD to talk about his career and what's on the horizon.

Before she was Carole King (Chilina Kennedy), superstar-she was Carol Klein, teenage songwriter. "Beautiful" tells the inspiring true story of King’s remarkable rise to stardom, from being part of a hit songwriting team with her husband Gerry Goffin (Evan Todd), to her relationship with fellow writers and best friends Cynthia Weil and Barry Mann, to becoming one of the most successful solo acts in popular music history. Along the way, she made more than beautiful music, she wrote the soundtrack to a generation.

"The Alienist" opens with a series of haunting, gruesome murders of boy prostitutes gripping New York City. Newly appointed police commissioner Theodore Roosevelt calls upon criminal psychologist (aka alienist) Dr. Laszlo Kreizler (Daniel Brühl) and newspaper illustrator John Moore (Luke Evans) to conduct the investigation in secret. They are joined by Sara Howard (Dakota Fanning), a headstrong secretary determined to become the city's first female police detective. Using the emerging disciplines of psychology and early forensic investigation techniques, this band of social outsiders set out to find and apprehend one of New York City's first serial killers.

GLAAD rewrites the script for LGBTQ acceptance. As a dynamic media force, GLAAD tackles tough issues to shape the narrative and provoke dialogue that leads to cultural change. GLAAD protects all that has been accomplished and creates a world where everyone can live the life they love. Actress Luna Blaise joins BUILD to talk about her partnership with the organization and her upcoming tour dates.

In HBO's "Mosaic," Garrett Hedlund plays Joel Hurley. Joel — now sober — has a dark past he is trying to leave behind. He lives in Louisiana now, having vowed never to return to Utah. Watch Hedlund, as he stops by to speak on the new series.