Anthony Bourdain on Going from Obama to Trump | The New Yorker Festival

Anthony Bourdain, the host of “Parts Unknown” talks with Patrick Radden Keefe about how he makes television while staying true to himself.
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Anthony Bourdain on Going from Obama to Trump | The New Yorker Festival

[@nrs6956]

Miss him terribly. Even in most mundane situations he managed to rise above it all. His absence is a loss in many instances of honesty!

[@ronaldo19832]

nrs true, I find it hard to watch the old episodes without starting to feel sad.

[@crazyclown2650]

I wonder if he didn't fake his own death because as far as I know, there was never a funeral, nobody saw him dead except for 1 or 2 people and on his Berlin episode, someone during the show told him that a person can make themselves disappear in Berlin if they wanted to and Anthony Bourdain just looked at the person and said "really?"

[@sonyagraske376]

Very well said👍💞

[@pops1507]

Yeah ..... how about ditching his family?

[@carringtonlefayette8644]

I concur with your sentiment. I wept when I heard of the loss of Anthony. We were in Paris and I called my Brother in Sweden. Huge loss to the world my thoughts go to his Daughter. When he spoke of her he would light up.

[@anneoneill280]

A true gent, a citizen of the world and a friend to all. The light in the world is a little dimmer without this man.

[@aydin3931]

lol "citizen of the world"

[@dee5903]

Perfect description

[@luciano53688]

He had his enemies too, but who doesnt???

[@johnkraemer5505]

I agree! What a great guy!

[@somchai9033]

Racist

[@Goldfishlive]

Still can’t believe he’s gone. Forever a legend

[@dianabrown3671]

me too.

[@miamargareta9997]

The legends live 4ver ❤️🖤❤️🖤❤️🖤❤️🖤

[@APTapes]

I wish more people were this insightful. Anthony Bourdain will be greatly missed for his honesty, humor, and wisdom. Rest in peace, Anthony.

[@omirfernandez01]

Bourdain was a great Cultural Ambassador

[@taragragg400]

Omir Fernandez they blew it.

[@polferiferus1938]

He seems like he had an artist’s head and a kind heart. A good soul.

[@hunterwyatt6881]

It hurts bad that a man who people adored so much, was in so much pain himself, and that he chose to leave us behind. I'm sorry Anthony😔

[@scottheller1663]

Paraphrasing, I'm 62, dating a 32 years old supermodel. I've never been happier. So he killed himself? Yeah right.

[@aljonstone4708]

@@scottheller1663 i agree. I highly doubt he chose to leave us.

[@scottheller1663]

@@aljonstone4708 9/11 changed everything

[@aljonstone4708]

@@scottheller1663 I agree. As a Canadian Bush/Cheney made me hate my neighbours (America) but then President Trump came along and said it's time to forgive and love thy neighbours again. It is the only way to "DRAIN the WORLDS SWAMP", united we stand divided we fall.

[@scottheller1663]

@@aljonstone4708 I pray your right and I am not a prayerful fella

[@diane9247]

A prince of a man. Rest in peace, Mr. Bourdain.

[@patriciasalvatore2394]

@@flyingdog1498 I see that the only video on your channelnis of you, i presume, going very fast on a motorcycle. Looks like you know something about riding on a motorcycle going very fast. Id say t hats suicider. ot

[@wmdoux2108]

Flying Dog: You are the lunatic. Get some help.

[@santana898989]

"Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness, and many of our people need it sorely on these accounts. Broad, wholesome, charitable views of men and things cannot be acquired by vegetating in one little corner of the earth all one's lifetime." Mark Twain Samuel Langhorn Clemens

[@Reub3]

Ulumalu If only we had the money to be a traveler so that we could manage to be more open. Syke! 😝

[@reginaschwartz8840]

I agree, traveling is the best antidote to ignorance. I love traveling, it really changes your perspective. White supremacists feel like they travel when they go from oklahoma to Kansas, lol!

[@santana898989]

Indeed.

[@Bubbles99718]

The Draft sucked except for that. It forced millions to meet over the decades.

[@Palladio-gu3dj]

Ulumalu Apparently travel has not influenced Trump at all in terms of ending prejudice and bigotry.

[@jc478]

I really miss this guy, his writing, his story telling, his honesty.

[@miamargareta9997]

#metoo

[@susanapollo284]

You are a critical thinker Anthony. Thank you for taking us places we would never see

[@wutstheblackversionuvredne7189]

He was suicided so he wouldn't take you any closer to Trump and the mindset of America-loving Trump voters..

[@rogershrubber3596]

he was a drug and alcohol addled jerk......not a deep, not a critical thinker.

[@powderedtoastfacekillah734]

Roger Shrubber projection?

[@piscesrising6533]

That’s why they killed him....

[@rupertgillies447]

What he said about West Virginians was painfully self-righteous and condescending.

[@Linda-fd2iu]

His voice is still painful to hear after his departure. He brought everyone to the dinner table. I miss him dearly.

[@firecrackerNJ2CA]

What a fitting way to articulate our loss. He truly did bring everyone to the table. He did more for global understanding and acceptance than any diplomat or politician ever could. RIP.

[@amelieholbrook3001]

Same, Linda. Thank you. Well said!

[@kevem1714]

We need men like this, open minded with empathy and compassion, so sad to lose him. RIP.

[@Everettel]

Really wow!

[@weelass3188]

Everybody needs to travel. My best advice to my kids was travel before you decide what to do the rest of your life. You will come back with a different perspective on life.

[@jmjpmc]

My son traveled a year after college. He came back a man.

[@liznavarrete5282]

@Jack Jonas I used to think my third world country had disadvantages. But after COVID 19 deaths soar in the US and deaths are low here in Costa Rica. I feel blessed. Hospitals are free here while your medical care is overwhelmed, expensive and depends on the insurance you have. Education is free, living is cheap. There are no violent protests, no wildfires, no hoarding of groceries during crisis. No hatred of the other political party. I realized how great it was here.

[@tristesse__8601]

most people don't have money to travel though so there's that.

[@Spiritlife01]

@@tristesse__8601 All things are possible. At 56 my family grown I took a TESOL course packed my bag $1000 went to Asia I've lived in 5 different countries. I'm still teaching at 64 and yes I'm a woman on my own. I've never owned a house or have assets. If you believe then it is.

[@3581tossit]

@@Spiritlife01 FANTASTIC! Good for you. Wishing you continued fun.

[@wvusmc]

Hey, I'm from West Virginia and I wasn't expecting those nice comments. Thanks, Anthony.

[@thesonicshaman8991]

Me too! (Hgtn)

[@davidlang1125]

He was an honest and empathetic man and he encouraged all of us to be the same. Miss him.

[@frankmcgregor5355]

Sad to lose such a man.

[@twilightbabe123]

Through his candor and honesty, he shines a very special light on being human. Really miss this guy.

[@ericdollz8981]

So true. THIS was someone who ACTUALLY told it like it was. No agenda or below the surface deceit. Just a dude who was not afraid to really experience the world.

[@MichelMawon4982]

I miss his voice in the world and perspective already. I pray you found some peace.

[@costakarras7293]

I met Anthony Bourdain 3 years ago in Beverly Hills as he was waiting for a meeting. We ended up just talking for a few minutes. He seemed like a really nice down to earth guy.

[@mentoncouve]

I wish I could have met him too. I was just around the corner not knowing his presence.

[@NothingMaster]

He was a most talented writer, storyteller, and chef who brought joy to the lives of countless people who practically grow up with his tireless travels around the world. He did not approach other peoples, cultures, and culinary traditions with the stereotypically loud, arrogant, entitled, and often condescending American tourist view of the world. His enthusiasm, respect, and above all authenticity permeated everything that he touched; he offered the world a highly enchanting and entertaining experience, where everyone felt like he was a personal friend. Although, as a fan, I choose to remember him for his extraordinary and multifaceted contributions, and not by his last act of fragility, I still can’t help but to be sadden by the fact that none of us had the opportunity to reach out to him and the lethal darkness that must have been eating away at his core; a painful part of his existence that he chose not to share with the rest of us. RIP

[@kenaldri4982]

wow. touche.

[@hcronos]

Well said

[@electrictroy2010]

90% of American tourists are NOT as you describe. Stop being prejudiced

[@racheldiederich838]

Sharing meals together breaks down walls. I will miss Anthony Bordain's take on different cultures. Especially since I can't afford to travel. But nowadays we can see culture just by saying hi to our neighbors.

[@nickfishermusic]

What a beautiful statement Rachel. x

[@patriciavincent5076]

He was stunningly wise. A great human being. Thank you for the time we had with you Anthony.

[@sergiobollana]

Never in the history of mass media anybody reached audiences like he did. Miss this man terribly.

[@diandtaylor]

Dear Anthony, you will be forever missed.

[@mikeedinger8253]

Such a great human being. Everyone should think like Anthony Bourdain

[@BanjoEarth]

I think that is a great and loving perspective. Wonderful philosophy Anthony Bourdain!

[@joegallardo4370]

My Sunday evening's will never be the same.

[@hippydippy]

The man had a heart & soul that every human should strive for. God Speed Tony.

[@user-zy3nv1jy1m]

God forbid ......

[@catsinhouse]

Thank goodness the interviewer let this gentleman actually talk and complete his thoughts without interrupting. Very thoughtful interview - glad this popped up on my feed.

[@matijastupin]

Loved him! A wonderful story teller! 😪

[@rodneyblackman8000]

Another Best Friend who I never met or spoke with, but they're here with me right now this and every moment.

[@craigwillingham9511]

Humble, decent and a far better journalist than those who call themselves journalists today. He is missed.

[@nadeemhussain7381]

RIP, Since the first time I seen Anthony bourdain on TV I was surprised by how straight forward, candid & honest he was, there was also something magnetic about his personality, you couldn't help but be drawn in! when I heard of his death, it felt as if I lost a friend. What a sad loss :(.....

[@calroach1]

Napoleon Hill said that self expression is one of the true riches of life. And Anthony Bourdain had that talent immensely. I miss his wit.

[@DinAmri]

RIP mate. Thanks for all the shared adventures.

[@jamessabatini6727]

Still brings a tear to my eye. I miss him... RIP Tony

[@ericdollz8981]

Dammit I miss him SO much. He was one of the very few people I’ve ever called a hero. Such a wordsmith and such a well traveled “old soul” the world is not the same without him.

[@darrenbacvar8629]

Tony AWESOME story teller, also i enjoy him going two these different country's trying there food's and respecting there culture's, food bring's people together!!...REST IN PEACE BROTHER, and thank-you, for the knowledge.

[@jonnysiddle4064]

The best human being I've ever seen. Hands down.

[@TheBlocklandPlayer]

Bless his heart. I know he was a solid man. I feel for his family and loved ones.

[@AvaCarmichael]

What a beautiful man. Too big for this world.

[@judyxo]

Still coming back, just to hear him speak again. Feels like a long lost friend. RIP Tony, you are loved and terribly missed.🙏🏼

[@mikenogozones]

A voice of reason, thank you for the memories Mr Bourdain

[@saintr3394]

One of my favorite celebs..... Still angry about what happened You could watch his show and simply forget about everything.. you felt as if you were there Rest in peace Anthony B

[@laylaali5977]

He was wonderful man it’s sad he is gone my god bless his soul Rest In Peace

[@Ax18NY]

A fabulous human being. RIP Anthony

[@sramoore0075187]

Sitting here drinking a Sierra Nevada (my favorite beer) and wishing o boy didnt go through with it. But that's selfish, we cant begin to understand the anguish in another person's mind.

[@karenhargis104]

It's so real

[@DavidSmith-ss1cg]

IF that's how he passed. I know of other things that the corporate-controlled media neglected to tell us the truth about. A popular celebrity with a checkered past that includes drug and alcohol use - who is showing the public that the other people in other countries are OK, and nice people - who knows what really happened. He's gone, and the public will know much later, when the seas have no life in them and the people have to buy air to breathe. Couldn't happen, huh? You can see old film and television, and nobody has water bottles. Nobody could imagine needing them. I miss Tony Bourdain too. Fortune passes everywhere.

[@frankrichards3089]

This is so good.

[@jennb9730]

David Smith I agree 💯

[@cudjoechick1097]

Appears to me after his time w Obama he wasn’t so happy. Why take his own life w a little daughter? A loving wife? Most liberals seem pissed and unhappy. Too bad really. Maybe they should try conservative lifestyle?

[@geekay1349]

We need his wisdom more than ever

[@stevejanowiak1982]

If you need the wisdom of a celebrity chef to get you through life...well...

[@davidkroll4360]

I've had the good fortune to live a long life and travel extensively. The travel has made me a better person, to see how other people live and function in their daily life. He took me to the places I haven't been and for that I'm grateful and I miss him !

[@rollingstones911]

I miss him. I loved his show.

[@lizardme88]

I have absolutely loved Anthony for many years now. His books are great, very intelligent, sweet and I will miss him forever!

[@stevebeutelspacher1157]

Thank you Anthony Bourdain for all the great shows and for bringing millions of people around the world closer together.

[@danielburgess7785]

I used to work on the same block as Les Halles' DC location, couldn't afford it often but I was never disappointed.

[@boomersooner41377]

Rest in Peace Tony your voice and insight will be missed.

[@hagerstephen3899]

Excellent. Maybe the only figure on mainstream TV I will ever miss.

[@paulinechapman9319]

I remember my first encounter with M Bourdain..it was during one of his shows..i was mesmerized...his affability with others stood out as his being a man of the people..gone in a nanosecond...but definitely not forgotten..RIP..❤️❤️🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@celebtrvl]

I would have to say that of everyone who died in 2018, Tony's death will last with me forever. Ted Turner started CNN. Tony reinvented it.

[@koleyw932]

Class act, miss his opinions

[@jeexbit]

Shine on Tony, you are loved and missed by so, so many.

[@bigums21]

I miss hearing his voice and his wisdom

[@wendydibenedetto6671]

I miss you, Tony. I really miss you.

[@MQuinn-eb3zz]

Bravo!

[@globetrottinginstyle7302]

Bourdain is such a wise elegant man just like Obama. They are also what you called men with substance. Oh why do you have to leave so soon...

[@innaminute523]

Yes, and they both sold out but in different degrees and in different ways. I believe Bourdain killed himself partly because he hated how he'd sold out. Obama.... That's a whole different story.

[@pastytit]

@@innaminute523 more likely cheese pizza related

[@piyushsopory5817]

He made CNN watchable, thats a lot. But likes his shows pre CNN days better. Miss him a lot. So so smart yet so humble.

[@aaronharris3397]

Fox is unwatchable no way tony or any sane person would want there show on fox

[@mindofown]

Classy and Insightful

[@diannec100]

Loved him. Still sad.

[@bevsputler5455]

God bless you @ keep you close Anthony ~♡~

[@laviebanale]

We’ll miss you.

[@artcurious807]

This was a good interview but it wasn’t as political as the title sounded and despite how the media tries to herd celebrities into their ideological prison camps Bourdain had enough maturity to recognize that people everywhere have a connection whether its in Vietnam or West Virginia.

[@GeoffsSousChef]

“herd” ...”herd celebrities” --i agree. just pointing out the typo so the sentence makes sense to others.

[@artcurious807]

t Bone , sometimes i can blame spell check, especially on KZbin when it auto generates the closest word while your typing, but with words like Heard, Herd, Their, There, Your, You’re I have to take the blame lol. Anyway, correction has been made.

[@kimberlyweibelt1036]

Laverne Johnson Anthony Bourdain has actually been clean for quite some time. He’s also spoken very openly and honestly about his past struggles with addiction. Today, the coroner’s toxicology report just came out, and it was totally negative for alcohol and drugs (not that it’s really any of your business). Sadly, Bourdain struggled with something else throughout his life - depression. It’s a struggle that I personally know can be a true beast to battle. While I wish that he had realized that suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary problem, I would never personally judge his actions. I only wish that he hadn’t felt like he had no other way out. As for you, perhaps you should focus on being less “judgy” of others’ actions, especially when that person was obviously suffering. After all, no human being on this planet is perfect... I’m certainly not, and I’m very willing to bet that you aren’t either.

[@lizsharpe1031]

You mean everywhere except West Virginia! For everyone else the issue is colonialism , oppression and exploitation. In West Virginia, it's plain stupidity which is unforgivable.

[@tj-8422]

Agreed! I re-watched the video thinking that I must have missed something...

[@braddavistube]

the fabrics of society abound, to be the needle or, better yet the thread, that connects them is special. thank you Tony and all like minded. mostly thanks for food and music.

[@nicolepierard7682]

An exceptional guy. I miss him. It hurts.

[@fin393]

I appreciate his understanding

[@garyconner6151]

this.ones gonna hurt for a long time.r.i.p.tony

[@jimcook8933]

I remember watching one of his episodes where he was in a very impoverished part of town, lots of children and older people with nothing. You could see he was visually shaken at the end of the episode. He loved food, he loved people, but most of all beer and meat on a stick!

[@docteur6667]

Miss you every day, Tony!

[@TheIdahogrl]

Really, really, miss this man. Anthony Bourdain, RIP, you were my bucket list of whom I wanted to meet, dine with, and just listen to your stories and experiences.

[@riseagan]

RIP Chef.... a truly great loss.

[@elizabethheyenga9277]

His illness takes hope away. Once we have no hope, leaving seems a balm too often. That is the true cruelty of depression - when it takes hold it shifts time and makes a person believe there is no way out or better times ahead. Rest in peace, I know you watch over your baby girl but it's a hard thing for all.

[@alejandramd2]

My heart aches and is proud to hear AB speaking. ❤️❤️❤️

[@ThePricipleOfParsimony]

Class act and one of a kind.

[@justincoleman2740]

Good one Tony. The last 30 seconds are .the shizzle.

[@clubredken13]

Bourdain reminds me of Letterman, who would always put himself down. Especially if he was talking with the Mayor or whoever, when in fact Letterman was the smartest guy in the room. But it was not a put on, and it isn't with Tony. They don't think they're smart enough, so they try harder. And that's what makes them the smartest ppl in the room.

[@Rinanathar]

clubredken they have / had humility Classy

[@tarynnicosie4874]

Love you Tony !!!! If only the world you have your heart and soul !!!

[@McLKeith]

Anthony Bourdain is an inspiration. What an amazing story.

[@activeadultcommunityagent]

Anthony was my travel guide my Saturday night date & I like all of you MISS HIM

[@karlap7172]

He was such an incredible person

[@artintelligence4973]

Anthony B., dynamic soulful talk from A to Z.

[@maryallen9391]

Mr. Bourdain's episode on West Virginia was one of his best. And that is saying a lot!!!

[@Avacado721]

Can u jack up the volume v v hard to listen. Good interview

[@davewiegmann5812]

Today was a GOOD day, huh? Hahahahah!

[@Elcherino123]

just use the cc subtitles

[@susanberner5177]

buy some speakers, cowboy

[@RedroomStudios]

it's super quiet on my computer too.

[@polferiferus1938]

Bourdain’s voice is louder than the interviewer’s. Turn it up to hear the latter, and the former becomes too loud, and vice versa.

[@dedguru]

Are his hands twitching? I loved Anthony. His death was suspicious to me.

[@ms.hotdoglegs614]

Suicide by hanging is a symbolic warning to others. Anthony Bordain did not kill himself; it was a messgae to others.

[@personofinterest8731]

I was thinking early Parkinsons.

[@zoobrizz]

The Clintons

[@wonderwhy6133]

dedguru he's being Arkancide, a red scarf is the cue! Miss him so badly! Rest in Peace Anthony ❤️🙏

[@Noclaf555]

Did you people even read his books? He brought up suicide a lot. Many time he said he thought about it. Do not forget he was an addict, that kind of drug abuse does things to your mind

[@claudiadealmeida3274]

I MISS YOUR VOICE AND SOUL SO MUCH...

[@mellow5123]

Good point.

[@alfig001]

Nice Anthony.. the smartest guy in the room I’m sure.

[@repp181]

I just really love this idea of thinking you are the stupidest person in the room, the term stupid might be harsh but I think he uses it to make a point. When you have that mind set of being the stupidest you start listening to people and try to understand what they go through. I always say to myself, if you think someone's not smart enough to teach you something then it is you that becomes the idiot of the two. Listen to people and try to understand.

[@stancurrent8133]

Niko he thought with his heart.

[@joshuahafer]

"Things aren't that different"

[@rocky8084]

I miss this guy so much. A very genuine person

[@irenequidachay3609]

Very sensible person. Never will they'll be another like him ever! Rest in Peace Mr.Anthony Bourdain.

[@sacmom3]

Travel is so important.

[@gracemunich1476]

indeed, brings harmony enlightenment and breaks barriers

[@TomSnyder--theJaz]

The audio on this clip was barely audible!

[@gusdupree9076]

Tom Snyder yours was always good ,but that was network tv, so,eh

[@divaandchomin1]

Legend!! I miss his voice, no one compares.

[@benjisgal54]

Incredible man.

[@artgecko68]

I've said for years, if the government made it mandatory and funded everyone to live abroad for 2 weeks with a host family (India, China, Africa, where ever), 99% of hate/ignorance/prejudice would be gone. Those that travel have experienced this. That awe and excitement that someone half way around the world is exactly like us.