Inside Netflix's 'Adolescence'

This episode of Fresh Air features an interview with Stephen Graham, co-creator, co-writer, and star of the Netflix show "Adolescence," which has received 13 Emmy nominations. The conversation, led by Sam Briger, delves into the themes of "Adolescence," exploring the motivations behind youth violence and the roles of family, school, community, and social media. Graham discusses his character Eddie, a working-class father, and the challenges of portraying complex emotions. He also shares insights into his past roles, including "This is England" and "The Irishman," reflecting on his experiences with Martin Scorsese, Al Pacino, and Robert De Niro. The episode includes audio clips from "Adolescence" and "The Irishman," and concludes with a review of the film "Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale" by Justin Chang.