John Lydon Discusses Punk, Grief, and Politics on The Michael Anthony Show (Episode 189)
The kind of bagel you'd toss to the pigeons.
Summary
In Episode 189 of The Michael Anthony Show, punk icon John Lydon (Sex Pistols, Public Image Ltd) engages in a raw and wide-ranging conversation covering the spirit of punk, the legacy of the Sex Pistols, his personal journey through grief and loss, authenticity, political views including Donald Trump and global conflicts, and stories about The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and Sid Vicious. Lydon, still performing with Public Image Ltd, reflects on his career and life with characteristic irreverence and honesty.
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He reflects on the importance of authenticity, discusses his views on politics — including Donald Trump and global conflicts — and shares stories involving The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and his friend Sid Vicious.
Still performing with Public Image Ltd, Lydon also looks back on his career with characteristic honesty and humor.
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