In this episode of the SOUNDS Podcast, Tom Needham welcomes filmmaker Matt Tyrnauer, the director of the critically acclaimed documentary “Where’s My Roy Cohn?” Known for his award-winning work on films like “Valentino: The Last Emperor” and “Studio 54,” Tyrnauer brings his investigative storytelling to the complex, controversial life of Roy Cohn.
“Where’s My Roy Cohn?” dives into the career of this ruthless lawyer and political power broker, tracing his journey from the Red Scare era with Senator Joseph McCarthy to his mentorship of a young Donald Trump.
Cohn’s life and influence spanned decades, touching everything from the anti-Communist crusades of the 1950s to New York’s elite social circles of the 70s and 80s.
Join us as Tyrnauer explores Cohn’s legacy and the lasting impact of his tactics on American politics and culture.
Hear the conversation on The SOUNDS Podcast with Tom Needham on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.