In this Fresh Air interview, Cynthia Erivo opens up about her career, musical influences—especially from Aretha Franklin and Stephen Sondheim—and her personal life. She discusses the vital role of breath control in singing, sharing memorable stories from her training. Erivo also reflects on her upbringing and her close bond with her parents, along with the obstacles she encountered growing up. Additionally, the podcast features reviews of new Christmas music and a comedic new TV series, "The Sticky," which offers a humorous twist on a Canadian maple syrup heist.
