Anthony Bourdain as Interviewed by Nathan Thornburgh | SXSW Convergence 2016

Digital has overtaken print throughout the media, and it’s no different in the realms of food and travel. But can travel websites move beyond top ten lists and gauzy food porn? Can you build an audience while talking about the world as it really exists, with all its heartache and idiocy and occasional triumphs? Anthony Bourdain-writer, raconteur, host of CNN’s Part Unknown-became a partner in Roads & Kingdoms, a digital media startup based in Brooklyn and Barcelona, in 2015 to help shape what comes next. He talks food, fear and the future of travel media with Roads & Kingdoms co-founder Nathan Thornburgh.
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[@anniemihn]

Such a cultured, deeply intelligent, thoughtful and incredibly generous soul. One can feel he is shy, he stammers a little. Eternally great Anthony Bourdain. God broke the mould. 💖💖🙏🙏

[@franosborne8198]

Possibly Tony's best interview ever. Relaxed, forthright, totally himself. What a sad ending to a wonderful man. May he rest in eternal peace.

[@SR-ym8hs]

I cried so much. For his pain, and for my missing him.

[@katevielle4263]

He looks so good here. We miss you Tony.

[@acgillespie]

Who is WE exactly? Speak only for yourself... you must be one of those pink pussy hat feminist

[@alexandraferreira561]

We miss you Anthony Bourdain!

[@higgsboson9509]

Yes, we definitely do!!

[@higgsboson9509]

@@acgillespie Do you always waffle on at complete strangers who write kind comments? Grow up.

[@acgillespie]

@@higgsboson9509 .people are so damn stupid

[@victoriatom8742]

You were the BEST and the most inspirational person to me. I got to experience world traveling and cultures, food more and more:) RIP Anthony

[@EliTecapture-ru3vw]

He's such a likeable person. So unique also, I don't know of many celebrities that is beloved just by who they are

[@Cookie-sf6fs]

Gentleman Anthony, It has been a pleasure........you shape my humanity

[@pelekoa4414]

Anna :)🙏❤️

[@boytanoful]

This is a great share. I hope that people continue his legacy of honest, human commentary on society.

[@carolenglish8805]

We love and miss u Tony.. it'll never b the same without you.."hello darkness my old friend" peace and loveTony..Godspeed

[@jasondsimpson]

The person that helped us understand other cultures in the context of ourselves. That said it’s ok not to know the answer. You are missed, especially in the context of the times.

[@stevedugan8434]

god i miss this guy. his creative brilliance so transcended just ordinary food critique or travelogue. he would really dance on the line of giving people what they want - yeah in spite of him repeatedly insisting otherwise - and providing an unadulterated opinion on what we should consider important. again, he would i'm sure reject the depiction, but i think he was a real auteur. damn miss him a lot.

[@stefan7665]

RIP Legend

[@rosalindmartin4469]

He's really a crazy wild font of comedy, cuisine, boy-charm and just line cook paced living.

[@TheLeon1032]

anthony thank you, you helped me learn that people are my favourite thing about being human! you got me into people again!!

[@prufesuroak]

Absolutely Love Tony. Such good inspiration

[@helenkirby1035]

+Jim Norton's Alcoholism He didn't someone else did

[@KolbyKay]

Working on some new edits and had to watch this again. Missing your voice my friend.

[@lronbutters5688]

So happy he came to Nashville miss the guy

[@worldwithbart133]

Miss him so much!!! 😢

[@p_nk7279]

This is great!

[@FrankieJEnno]

Thank you R.I.P💘

[@carobinsonrobinson3109]

Such a shame that this man is not with us anymore💔💔💔

[@SwisstedChef2018]

Sad they did not roll the clips , it would have been great to connect to his story telling.

[@annaotarola4601]

One of the most charming men ever rip

[@elizabetnanderson8407]

I miss you Anthony. I hope to see you soon

Full of humanity…. TOO good for this world…...

[@FrankieJEnno]

Rest In Paradise my friend🖤✌🏽

[@alessiavergai1939]

Anthony my love

[@LenyTome]

We miss you Chef

[@blackoutasmr6746]

RIP chef

[@victoriasage8613]

🖤

[@xxmdogxx1ify1]

He's George Orwell but a chef, he was too damn smart to not be depressed

[@Long2556]

19:10-20:30 That's why he was always relevant and cutting edge, and did just what he wanted. But at the end of his long journeys he just wanted a place to call home and be loved (like his hero Iggy Pop said to him), except he put all his eggs in the Italian actress basket and she didn't reciprocate the sentiment. Virtually all his work that now resides on DVDs or KZbin and other streaming services can still be celebrated. RIP chef AB.

[@chrisbrown2211]

Where are the clips?

[@MrTanmaydeepak]

Rip :(

[@MsMaureena]

Tanmay Moon so sad

[@JimNortonsAlcoholism]

@1:33, "we're lucky to have you here..alive". Welp.

[@KingMedicine721]

God damnit.. T__T

[@lydiasmith6725]

Jim Norton's Alcoholism u

[@lonniepee9804]

I'll love Antny forever... since he wil never die.

[@tertiary7]

RIP :((

[@corb1776]

a northern afghanistan episode would have been so incredible

[@crownlands7246]

Who knew

[@conqueringlion420]

I guess if Anthony was the sole investor at the time, Digital media must have tanked

[@victoriatom8742]

You made me have a whole other perspective on other cultures... What a loss.........

[@trebledog]

Its a waste of time discussing labels, journalist or essayist. AB was spot on, veni, vidi, video

[@kajingberg7187]

He never found a home I guess. He searched everywhere. Miss him.

[@user-zl6uz6lc8c]

He was such a troubled soul, who chose to take his own life, robbing his daughter of a father. So sad.

[@maximmaunz]

27:06

[@JoseYuri]

Can someone please help me figure out the brand of cowboy boots Mr. Bourdain has on?

[@IbraMaldini3]

I think it’s custom made. There’s a show call : craft Anthony bourdain KZbin

[@mervyngouvias5748]

I just realized. He's a really good teacher/educator/philosopher. Missed his real calling, maybe.

[@chillbillch]

"I have a young daughter..." I don't think this man killed himself.

[@dozerenzo]

very entertaining. tony where's your wedding ring at? what would ottavia think

[@gabehessenthaler6820]

They seperated

[@Long2556]

Why and how is it your business?

[@robinfletcher6718]

its depressing to see yet another interviewer who can't relate authentically / match the brilliance of the person they are interviewing. at least his style allows space to Bourdain.

[@845callaway]

Yep, I know this is from 2016, but I have watched many newer videos as well. Tony had waaay too much more to do in this world, there is absolutely NO WAY he killed himself...

[@lawrenceearl687]

HE WAS murdered BY THAT SCUMBAG, ERIC RIPERT. watch sloan bella psychic, he tells her , the person who found me , murdered me, I did not kill myself

[@acbc3543]

Suicide was his part unknown

[@philindeblanc]

"I have a young daughter....and everything else in his life" This man did not take his own life.....Its possible, but I don't believe it. He is married twice, and he is not taking his life over his daughter sober for a GF half his age.

[@savedbyhismercyandlove]

Absolutely did not,agreed-Not that selfish or cowardly,or depressed.I'm amazed at how many people just accept it

[@gladiatorsrage99]

SCAN IMAL they are convinced he did...You are convinced he did not. Both opinions based on feeling rather then fact. What does the evidence say? Was there any indication of foul play? What did the investigators observe? Did his friends and family notice anything leading up to his death that was unusual? As of right now there is no indication...not even the slightest hint that he was murdered. Please provide evidence of your theory that is other then emotional response to a tragic death.

[@savedbyhismercyandlove]

As a depressed person I can see He was not depressed in the least,His many friends felt the same. as a very tall man to hang Yourself of a doorknob is extremely difficult. These celebrities all just choose to kill themselves in the exact same way in hotel rooms? Again Bourdain would not leave His daughter behind,nevermind all His friends. I just cannot accept it. believe it or not our media is designed for one purpose only-to keep us distracted and in the dark/programmed. Can I prove it?no. but I stand by My belief that there is 0.00000 chance He killed Himself

[@Chonnn_]

As someone who has struggled (and many of his "friends"), Tony was definitely a dark, cynical guy. He may have struggled with loneliness (spending 300+ days on the road per year; living in hotel rooms and airport lounges) and people say a possible lack of close intimate relationships. As Bill Buford said, "Tony had many friends for one week". He said in Medium Raw that he was suicidal daily back in 2010 - after his first marriage failed. Tony - following his passion but getting killed on the terms that he and CNN agreed to - might also have felt guilt/sorrow for his relationship and tough schedule to see his daughter (who of course he loved). Apparently, Tony only was home in NY one week each month. Imagine taking time to edit, finalize, plan, produce, promote (he was doing fucking weekly CNN talks with these fuckhead hosts), and speak at random events like this; not much time left for his daughter. He was following his love, addiction, and passion for cultures and traveling. Some of his personal struggles of the past and his of the present conspired against a great man. Through his shows and books, Tony comforted me and kept me company - at times where I wouldn't have the means or money to travel to see what he saw.

[@stevej5185]

Interviewer is horrible! Stick to the typewriter, dude.

[@pagen5219]

IF HE HAD NOT BEEN SEXY,, NO ONE WOULD LAUGH AT HIS FOOD JOKES LOL OH SO FUNNY HAHAHA, BS

[@lawrenceearl687]

Eric Ripert MURDERED Anthony Bourdain, WATCH ...Sloan Bella psychic, Anthony told her, "The person who found me, murdered me, I did not kill myself, I was hit with a stun gun, and then he hung me

[@monicaangelini3324]

You must be so lonely. You need some human interaction, right? That's why you post this ridiculously conspirational comment ( uhhh a psychic said that, right) in order to get a little attention. Here I am, interacting with you. Happy now? This is my charitable action of the day

[@pagen5219]

HE ADMITTED ON TV HE DID NOT BELIEVE IN JESUS CHRIST,,AND HAD SOME FORM OF HIGHER POWER,, ERM,, HE IS IN HELL NOW

[@Hvrtjff]

He’s not in hell, you just suffer from delusions and being easily conned.