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Far From the Tree

Tony Goldwyn, Anna Musky-Goldwyn 26 Episodes Apr 7, 2026

Far From the Tree is a conversation-driven show hosted by actor Tony Goldwyn and his daughter, screenwriter Anna Musky-Goldwyn. Each episode features another parent–child pair who work together in the same industry, from entertainment to other family-run fields. Together they explore the realities of being in the family business, including the rewards, tensions, and complicated dynamics that come with mixing kinship and career. The tone is personal and candid, mixing behind-the-scenes stories with broader reflections on legacy, ambition, and collaboration across generations.

Episodes

Season Finale Apr 7, 2026 00:51:22 In the season one finale, Anna and Tony look back on their favorite Far From the Tree moments and answer audience questions.

Sharon Lavigne and Shamyra Lavigne-Davey Mar 31, 2026 00:57:35 Sharon Lavigne and her daughter Shamyra Lavigne-Davey join to discuss their environmental advocacy work and their continued fight to shut down toxic chemical plants in their hometown St. James, Louisiana.

Behind the Scenes of Political Playlist Mar 24, 2026 00:48:16 Tony interviews Anna about Political Playlist, her podcast that highlights the next generation of leaders in Congress, and how political engagement has always been a part of their family ethos.

Steve and Audrey Zahn Mar 17, 2026 01:13:03 Actors Steve and Audrey Zahn discuss their new movie “She Dances,” living on a farm in Kentucky, and how they both fell in love with the art of acting.

Sarah Strong and Allison Feaster Mar 10, 2026 00:54:24 UConn basketball phenom Sarah Strong joins with her mother, former WNBA All-Star Allison Feaster to discuss the dedication it takes to be a professional athlete, the unique struggles of being a woman in sports, and what it’s like for Allison to be a part of Sarah’s extraordinary basketball journey right now.

Phil and Lily Rosenthal Mar 3, 2026 01:02:19 Creator of ‘Everybody Loves Raymond’ and Host of ‘Somebody Feed Phil’, Phil Rosenthal joins with his daughter Lily Rosenthal to discuss the process of writing children’s books together, their hotspot restaurant Max and Helen’s, and how food has served as a through line of their relationship.

Letty Cottin Pogrebin and Robin & Abigail Pogrebin Feb 24, 2026 01:35:33 Legendary women’s rights activist and journalist Letty Cottin Pogrebin joins with her journalist daughters, Abigail and Robin Pogrebin, to discuss the most effective forms of activism, the importance of open dialogue, and where the feminist movement stands today.

Behind the Scenes of Chez Joey Feb 17, 2026 00:40:20 Anna interviews Tony about the process of directing his new musical Chez Joey.

Jalen and Rick Brunson Feb 10, 2026 01:01:39 New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson joins with his dad and coach Rick Brunson to discuss what it’s like working on the same team for the first time and the determination it takes to be the best.

Meredith Vieira and Gabe Cohen Feb 3, 2026 01:08:00 Journalists Meredith Vieira and Gabe Cohen discuss the role of empathy in reporting and how they navigate the balance between family and career.

Elin Hilderbrand and Shelby Cunningham Jan 27, 2026 01:01:19 Author Elin Hilderbrand and her daughter Shelby Cunningham join to discuss co-writing their bestselling book The Academy, the power of routine for productivity, and how Shelby has found her own path as a writer.

Jorge and Paola Ramos Jan 20, 2026 01:09:05 Journalists Jorge and Paola Ramos join the conversation to discuss navigating emerging media formats, covering the Trump presidency, and the experience of being Latino in America today.

Holiday Q+A Dec 16, 2025 00:59:48 In a special holiday edition of Far From the Tree, Anna and Tony answer audience questions, share Christmas traditions and proposal stories, and take a look back at their first year as cohosts.

Barry and Gabe Scheck Dec 9, 2025 00:56:20 Renowned civil rights attorney and Innocence Project co-founder Barry Scheck joins with his son, Gabe Scheck, Chief Advancement Officer at LIFT, for a conversation about their shared commitment to justice, their dedication to serving those in need, and how they each found purpose in their careers.LIFT is a national nonprofit that breaks the cycle of poverty by investing in parents. Through 1:1 coa

Jane Musky Dec 2, 2025 00:58:50 The guest you’ve been waiting for! Tony’s wife of 38 years, production designer Jane Musky (When Harry Met Sally, Raising Arizona, Hitch) joins to discuss the hard truths of being a woman in the entertainment industry and how she passes on a legacy of hard work and determination to her daughters, Anna and Tess.

Dr. Kathy Hirsh-Pasek and Benj Pasek Nov 18, 2025 00:56:48 EGOT winner and acclaimed composer and lyricist, Benj Pasek (Dear Evan Hansen, La La Land) and his mother, renowned developmental psychologist Dr. Hirsh-Pasek reflect on how creativity, play and artistic expression laid the foundation for Benj’s impressive career.

Tess Musky-Goldwyn Nov 11, 2025 00:57:11 Tony takes the hotseat alongside his other daughter Tess Musky-Goldwyn for a candid conversation about their shared experiences as actors, Tess’s creative entrepreneurial spirit, and what life was like growing up in the Musky-Goldwyn household

Vic and Blair Schaefer Nov 4, 2025 00:43:13 Legendary University of Texas Head Women’s Basketball Coach Vic Schaefer joins with his daughter, Assistant Coach Blair Schaefer to discuss how Blair’s transition from player to colleague has shaped their relationship on and off the court, the growing spotlight on women’s basketball, and what it takes to be a great coach and player.

Jerry and Katie Zucker Oct 28, 2025 00:44:03 Legendary filmmaker Jerry Zucker and his daughter Katie Zucker join to talk about the lasting impact of Jerry’s film Ghost—both personally and professionally—and how Katie has built on her dad’s creative approach on iconic movies such as Airplane and The Naked Gun in her own career as a development executive.

Jeff and Zoe Perry Oct 21, 2025 00:54:41 Tony and Anna sit down with Tony's Scandal co-star Jeff Perry and his daughter, Young Sheldon star Zoe Perry to talk about the deep artistic bond they share that began in the Chicago theater scene and has flourished ever since.

Christopher and Rosie McDonald Oct 14, 2025 00:51:07 Actors Christopher and Rosie McDonald share the highs and lows of life as artists, the lessons they’ve drawn from each other’s careers, and the joy of collaborating on projects—most recently on the set of Happy Gilmore 2.

Loudon Wainwright III and Rufus Wainwright Oct 7, 2025 00:37:38 What was it like as a kid to have your dad write a hit song called ‘Rufus is a Tit Man'? Or to listen to your son singing to thousands of people about an awful fight you once had? We get to the heart of the unique and loving relationship between this extraordinary father/son duo in this week's episode with Loudon Wainwright III and Rufus Wainwright.

Peter, James and Kathryn Gallagher Sep 30, 2025 00:49:52 Tony and Anna are joined by lifelong friends actor Peter, director James, and actress/musician Kathryn Gallagher to chat about growing up in creative households and how the Gallaghers navigated life in the spotlight after Peter became America’s favorite dad on The O.C.

Bill and Charlotte Lawrence Sep 23, 2025 00:53:39 Bill Lawrence is the creative force behind hit shows like Scrubs, Ted Lasso, and Shrinking—and his daughter Charlotte has been making waves in the music world. Now, after working together in Bill’s latest series, Bad Monkey, the two open up about what makes their infectious relationship so special.

Jane Fonda and Troy Garity Sep 16, 2025 00:40:59 Jane Fonda and her son, actor Troy Garity join to explore the intersection of arts and politics, the ways their activism has shaped their creative work, and how Jane’s Hollywood upbringing influenced her approach to parenting.

Tony Goldwyn and Anna Musky-Goldwyn Sep 9, 2025 00:42:04 In the inaugural episode of Far From the Tree, actor and director Tony Goldwyn and his daughter, writer and producer Anna Musky-Goldwyn, turn the microphones on each other. They reflect on when they first knew they wanted to be artists, the role of imagination in childhood, and what “legacy” means to them as a family and as creatives.

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