Academy Award-winning director Kevin Macdonald sits down to discuss his groundbreaking documentary One to One, a film that redefines how we understand John Lennon and Yoko Ono in early 1970s New York.

Using archival footage—from TV shows, protests, commercials, news footage, and intimate home recordings Macdonald creates a fully immersive, 360-degree view of their lives, activism, and art.

From John Lennon’s one and only post-Beatles concert at Madison Square Garden, to Yoko Ono’s conceptual artistry and personal struggles, this conversation dives deep into the film’s meticulous reconstruction, the creative process behind its storytelling, and the political and cultural context of the era.

Discover how One to One blends history, humanity, and artistry to reveal John and Yoko like never before.

Perfect for Beatles fans, documentary enthusiasts, and anyone fascinated by the intersection of culture, activism, and art.

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00:00 – Teaser: Three Blind Men & an Elephant

00:31 – Host Intro: Setting Up the Conversation

02:02 – Introducing Kevin Macdonald

03:10 – Origins of One to One

06:12 – Building Trust With Participants

09:45 – The Intimacy of the Film’s Format

13:20 – Navigating Ethics & Responsibility

17:05 – Crafting Narrative From Raw Lives

21:18 – The Role of Empathy in Documentary Filmmaking

24:56 – Creative Choices Behind the Camera

28:40 – What Kevin Learned From the Project

32:10 – Reflections on Human Connection

35:28 – Closing Thoughts & What’s Next

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Paul Mittleman worked as VP of Design and Creative Director at Stussy. In this episode, he shares stories from decades shaping the DNA of modern street culture.

From working directly with Shawn Stussy to influencing brands like Supreme, Adidas, and Converse, Paul reflects on authenticity, creativity, and the evolution of streetwear. He explains why early Stussy and Supreme succeeded where others failed, and why the term “streetwear” misses the point entirely.

Paul also dives into collab culture, subcultures in New York and Tokyo, and how Instagram reshaped personal expression. It’s a rare behind-the-scenes look at the people and philosophies that built modern street style.

00:00 – Intro: Paul Mittleman on shaping modern street culture
02:30 – Connecting Shawn Stussy to New York’s creative scene
06:15 – The rise of Supreme and its Stussy influence
08:40 – Why Stussy and Supreme stayed authentic
11:00 – The power of saying “no” in creative work
14:00 – When collabs lost their meaning
17:00 – “Future landfill”: the dark side of drop culture
20:30 – Streetwear vs. street culture
23:00 – Can real subcultures still exist today?
29:30 – From downtown discovery to the algorithm era
39:00 – Instagram, identity, and authenticity
46:30 – Choosing integrity over corporate success
48:50 – Paul’s recommendation: Subculture by Dick Hebdige

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Zosia Mamet is an author and actress known for her breakout role as Shoshanna on HBO’s Girls. In this episode, she joins us to discuss her raw, funny, and deeply personal new book, Does This Make Me Funny?

In this candid conversation, Zosia opens up about anxiety, self-worth, family legacy, and the constant challenge of defining herself outside of fame. She shares the emotional rollercoaster of turning her private journal entries into a published book — what it feels like to expose your inner world to strangers — and the strange comfort that comes from owning your story before anyone else can.

From nepo baby labels to the internet’s obsession with lineage, Zosia talks about navigating public judgment with humor and grace, and what it’s really like to grow up as the daughter of legendary playwright David Mamet. She explains why compassion matters more than defensiveness, and how empathy became her quiet rebellion against cynicism.

Zosia also reflects on her years playing Shoshanna — the character that made her a pop culture icon — and why she still feels connected to her. She opens up about the bittersweet nature of creative success, the beauty of radical honesty in relationships, and how her husband’s blunt truth-telling helped her redefine love and emotional safety.

Funny, heartfelt, and disarmingly honest, this episode is a deep dive into vulnerability, artistic growth, and what it means to stay authentic in a world built on performance.

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00:00 - Girls opened doors and the Shoshana effect
00:24 - Intro: Justin Jay and The Plug
00:55 - Iconic roles: the blessing and curse of being typecast
01:50 - Tackling anxiety, body image, and self-worth
02:20 - Guest introduction: Zosia Mamet, author and actress
02:53 - Book release nerves and the “anxiety flea”
04:20 - Acting vs. writing: How creative paths challenge us differently
07:16 - Sharing personal stories while protecting identities
11:32 - Handling internet trolls with compassion
13:16 - Growing up Mamet: privilege, pressure, and the NEPO label
28:24 - Breakout role reflections: Girls, improv, and industry lessons
42:00 - Closing plug: Zosia Mamet’s book Does This Make Me Funny?

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Step inside the mind of legendary writer and director Larry Charles, best known for Seinfeld, Curb Your Enthusiasm, and for directing films like Borat, Bruno, and The Dictator.

In this episode of The Plug w/ Justin Jay, Larry shares raw, unfiltered stories about Hollywood, comedy, and the creative process. From working alongside Larry David and Jerry Seinfeld to directing groundbreaking films with Sacha Baron Cohen, Larry reflects on risk-taking, failure, and why comedy still matters in a divided world.

If you’re curious about the behind-the-scenes of classic TV, the challenges of making bold, politically charged films, or the evolving role of comedy in culture, this conversation is essential listening.

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00:00 – Larry Charles joins The Plug

03:15 – Breaking into comedy writing

07:40 – Behind the scenes of Seinfeld

12:20 – Risk and innovation in comedy

16:45 – Curb Your Enthusiasm and improv freedom

21:30 – Directing Borat and its impact

27:10 – Working with Sacha Baron Cohen

32:00 – Hollywood vs independent voices

37:50 – Comedy as social commentary

42:30 – Lessons from failure

48:15 – The future of comedy

53:00 – Closing thoughts & takeaways

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Mark Ronson is one of the most influential music producers of the past two decades. Starting out as one of New York’s most in-demand DJs in the 1990s, he went on to produce for Amy Winehouse, Lady Gaga, Adele, Dua Lipa, Jay-Z, Paul McCartney, and more. He also co-wrote Bruno Mars’ “Uptown Funk”—one of the defining hits of the 21st century, and most recently curated The Barbie soundtrack.

In his new book Night People, Ronson reflects on the unpredictable rhythm of his career—from early acclaim as downtown New York’s “It DJ” to post-hype setbacks and creative reinvention. The book also serves as a love letter to a city that no longer exists: a grittier, unpolished New York during hip-hop’s golden age.

In this episode, we dive into the unwritten rules of DJing, why you should never play a hit to an empty room, and the thrill of turning a skeptical crowd into a sweaty, euphoric mess. Ronson reflects on the rise of bottle service, Giuliani-era crackdowns, and how NYC nightlife shifted from chaotic melting pot to velvet-rope exclusivity.

Don’t miss this candid, wide-ranging conversation with a man who has shaped the sound of modern music—both from behind the decks and inside the studio.

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MC Serch made his mark as one-half of the legendary rap duo 3rd Bass. With classics like The Gas Face, Brooklyn Queens, and Pop Goes the Weasel, the group left an unmistakable stamp on hip-hop. In ’94, Serch went on to executive produce Nas’s groundbreaking debut, Illmatic, cementing his place in rap history. But that’s only part of the story. In this encore episode, Serch takes us inside his wild early days — from battle rapping in Far Rockaway, to a life-threatening clash with MC Hammer in LA, to the lessons in growth, learning, and positivity that continue to drive his entrepreneurial success. Don’t miss this conversation with one of hip-hop’s most enduring figures.

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Lisa Andersen is a Surfing Hall of Fame inductee and a 4 time consecutive world champion. As a teenager, she left behind a troubled home life in Florida to pursue her dreams of becoming a professional surfer. By 25, she was ranked the best female surfer on the planet. With her aggressive yet elegant style, she helped transform the entire perception of female competitive surfing. This episode we sit down to discuss the emotional challenges of being the subject of a documentary film about your life, we hear some hilarious behind the scenes stories from her years on the professional surf tour, and we learn how opening the door for an entire generation of female surfers didn't necessary translate to massive economic success. Tune in for a compelling story of perseverance and determination from this true icon of the sport.

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Leo Fitzpatrick is a New York-based actor best known for his breakout role in the groundbreaking 1995 film KIDS. To mark the 30th anniversary of this controversial classic, we’re bringing back our conversation for an encore release.

Leo’s debut in KIDS—a raw, unfiltered look at the downtown NYC skate scene—was as jarring as it was unforgettable. With its explicit portrayal of sex, drugs, and youth culture, the film felt disturbingly real, and the aftermath for Leo was intense. In the years since, he’s built a diverse career in TV and film, but today his focus has shifted to his longtime passion: fine art.

In the middle of the 2020 pandemic, Leo opened Public Access Gallery on the Lower East Side, aiming to recreate the sense of community he once found among skaters—only now through art.

This week on The Plug w/ Justin Jay, Leo reflects on the legacy of KIDS, his transition into the art world, and why you should never feel intimidated walking into a high-end gallery.

Tune in for some authentic stories from the gritty heart of '90s New York.

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Ione Skye is an actress best known for her standout performances in the classic films Say Anything, River’s Edge, Gas Food Lodging, and many others.

But behind her breakout success was a far more complicated coming-of-age story — shaped by a turbulent teenage relationship with an older man battling addiction, estrangement from her famous musician father, and periods of self-destructive behavior.

In her new memoir Say Everything, she pulls back the curtain — recounting everything from her on-screen crush on Keanu Reeves, to raw, revealing stories involving cultural icons like Madonna, River Phoenix, Matthew Perry, and Gwyneth Paltrow.

So what was it really like growing up as the daughter of ’60s pop legend Donovan, the wife of a Beastie Boy, and the romantic lead in some of the most beloved films of the ’80s and ’90s?

In this episode, we sit down with Ione for a conversation about her immersion in the creative chaos and cultural energy of the late 20th century — from dating Red Hot Chili Peppers frontman Anthony Kiedis to her marriage to Adam “Ad-Rock” Horovitz.

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Alex Corporan is the director of the new documentary Empire Skate, which chronicles the rise of Supreme and the evolution of downtown New York skate culture. It was a movement that reshaped streetwear, art, and youth identity around the world. Alex wasn’t just there to witness it — he helped build it.

To celebrate the release of the film on ESPN, we’re bringing back this special encore episode, originally recorded before the documentary’s debut.

From 1996 to 2004, Alex was the store manager of the original Supreme on Lafayette Street — a space that became ground zero for a cultural revolution. In this conversation, he shares wild behind-the-scenes stories from the shop’s legendary back room, and gives a firsthand account of Supreme’s early days, its community, and its unexpected rise to global icon status.

We also dive into his close friendship with the late, great Jake Burton — founder of Burton Snowboards — and talk about the 10th anniversary edition of FULL BLEED, Alex’s iconic photography book celebrating NYC skateboarding.

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