FRED THOMPSON

Fred Thompson, the playwright of the play 'Atwater' joins host Rodney Lee Rogers for an invigorating chat. Thompson discusses his journey in writing the play 'Atwater,' revealing his fascination with the theme of ego, ambition, and success in society. They discuss how his play explores a crucial question - what it means to win in society and how it clashes with personal integrity and being a good person. The conversation also explores the evolving interpretations of the play as it is interpreted through performance. Thompson's personal perspective on the afterlife is also discussed. 

Photo: David Mandel Photography

Music from ARTLIST:

ORKAS - You Know What You Want

Yarin Primak - Driving on the Moon

00:06 Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast
00:47 The Journey of Creating the Podcast
01:11 Discussion on the Production of Atwater
01:53 Exploring the Politics in Atwater
04:20 The Absurdity of Life and Theater
05:45 The American Culture of Winning
06:24 The Role of Self-Deprecation in Success
10:13 The Impact of Social Media on Politics
11:46 The Journey of Writing a Play
13:55 The Power of Theater and the Process of Creating a Play
23:53 The Experience of Watching the Play
27:55 Conclusion and Special Offer