Carter describes the challenges he faced in the first two years at the magazine, and how he worked to align with the staff. He reveals the techniques he used to reinvent the magazine, despite the lack of any real plan out the outset. Carter also talks about the origins of Vanity's Fair's famous Oscar parties, as well as the magazine's iconic Hollywood issue. He describes how the parties grew over the years, and how they and the Hollywood issue became embedded in the culture.
Graydon Carter then describes his personal and working relationships with some of his biggest collaborators. He discusses working with Annie Leibovitz, Michael Hitchens, Michael Lewis, and Bryan Burrough. Carter also reveals how he decides on his cover subjects, and what key elements go into each decision. He talks about some of the most iconic covers over the years, and a couple he may regret, including the one featuring Paris Hilton.
Carter and Kelly also talk about Graydon's long relationship with Donald Trump. Carter describes his first impression of Trump, and how their relationship has gone south over the years.
Between Bells: Ryan Seacrest Red Carpet controversy, NCAA scandal, and why is it so hot at the North Pole? With Salon, LiveScience, Pizza Hut, and Madame Noire.
New York Yankees great Bernie Williams somehow had time to become a Latin Grammy-nominated jazz musician during his 16-year run with the Bronx Bombers. The four-time World Series champion joins Cheddar to discuss his upcoming gig at New York's legendary Café Carlyle.
The four-time World Series champ and current jazz player says that the preparation process for both disciplines is very similar. But Bernie Williams told Cheddar that each career has its own challenges.
Pizza Hut is the new official pizza sponsor of the NFL. The chain's Social Impact Manager, Natasha Collins, joins Cheddar to discuss how the new partnership will expand the company's social responsibility efforts.
Ryan Seacrest will still host E!'s Oscars red carpet coverage despite sexual misconduct allegations made against him. MadameNoire's Brande Victorian joins Cheddar to discuss the fallout surrounding the decision.
Dick's Sporting Goods announces it will no longer sell assault-style weapons in its stores. Amazon is buying video doorbell company Ring in a deal worth $1 billion. And is it time for "The Fresh Princess of Bel Air?"
Dick's Sporting Goods announced it will stop selling assault-style weapons in its stores. Amazon is buying doorbell company Ring in a deal reportedly worth $1.1 billion. This week, Dunkin' Donuts rolled out a new partnership with the Girl Scouts. Plus, iconic choreographer and creative director Laurieann Gibson joins us to talk about her new Lifetime docu-series "Laurieann Gibson: Beyond the Spotlight."
This Changes Things: Advice for the executives and leaders of tomorrow, brought to you by American Express OPEN. On Between Bells: DACA, flying cars, and the Ryan Seacrest scandal. With Motor Trend, YourTango, and Reason Magazine.
It's not just about optimizing the site to convert more retail sales, says Evan Moore, Goop's Vice President of product. By focusing on content, retailers can form "deeper and longer-lasting" relationships with consumers.
Jarrod Dicker, CEO of Po.et, explains how his company utilizes Blockchain technology to track content online. Dicker shocked the media industry when he left his job at The Washington Post for the top job at Po.et.
