Conversa com Bial Season 1, Episode 94: Dado Villa-Lobos, Marcelo Bonfá, Arthur Dapieve e João Bonfá

Ministra Carmen Lúcia e Fernanda Torres

In the program's premiere, Pedro Bial welcomes Minister Cármen Lúcia, president of the Supreme Federal Court, and also features a special appearance by Fernanda Torres.

43 min

Rita Lee

The second episode of Conversa com Bial is unmissable! Pedro Bial welcomes the 'queen' of Brazilian rock, Rita Lee, and she surprises everyone by saying that 'to rock is about taking care of my garden'.

43 min

Laís Souza e Miguel Nocolelis

Conversa com Bial this Thursday welcomes two illustrious Brazilians: former gymnast Laís Souza and one of the 20 most influential scientists in the world, scientist Miguel Nicolelis.

37 min

Pepe Mujica

Pedro Bial travels to Uruguay for an exclusive interview with Pepe Mujica, the country's former president. The interview is discussed on the show's stage by international correspondent Adriana Carranca and musician Vitor Ramil, who previously lived in Montevideo.

39 min

Gilberto Gil

While most people struggle to talk about death, singer Gilberto Gil, who has spoken about it more than twenty times in his songs, openly discusses the topic. The show also features the participation of 86-year-old biology professor Neusa de Carvalho, who has made a living will to record what she does not want done to her body should something happen to her.

37 min

Pastor Jacinto Manto, Priscilla Alcantara e Ton Carfi

Presenter Pedro Bial talks with the phenomenal Pastor Jacinto Manto, Priscilla Alcantara, and Ton Carfi, who spread the word of God on the internet and have amassed millions of followers, complete with fan clubs, concerts, and even high-quality music videos.

36 min

Ricardo Lísias, Carlos Andreazza e Ana Miranda

Conversa com Bial features writer Ricardo Lísias, author of the book "Diário da Cadeia" (Prison Diary), published under the pseudonym Eduardo Cunha and initially censored. Pedro Bial also talks with editor Carlos Andreazza and writer Ana Miranda.

36 min

Zeca Pagodinho, Lira neto e Paulão Sete Cordas

Conversa com Bial this Thursday pays homage to the 100th anniversary of samba and welcomes writer Lira Neto, author of the book 'Uma História do Samba: As Origens' (A History of Samba: The Origins), and singer Zeca Pagodinho.

34 min

Drauzio Varella

Pedro Bial interviews Drauzio Varella, who discusses his latest book, which deals with female prisoners in Brazil. With this book, the doctor and writer concludes his literary trilogy about the country's prison system, which began with "Estação Carandiru" and "Carcereiros," and which were adapted into a film and a television series, respectively.

43 min

Rodrigo Santoro

Direct from Los Angeles to Brazil, Rodrigo Santoro made a special stop on Conversa com Bial to share with host and friend Pedro Bial some important moments he has experienced in his international career, and also in his personal life, since the actor will soon be a father. The chat is unmissable!

35 min

Padre Fábio de Melo

Crafting a good conversation is almost one of Father Fábio de Melo's specialties. With a legion of fans, the priest details to Pedro Bial a bit about his routine, his love for his puppies, his trips to Jerusalem, and what it would be like if he were Pope.

36 min

Augusto Cury e Tony Bellotto

Pedro Bial welcomes psychiatrist, professor, and writer Augusto Cury and singer-songwriter Tony Bellotto. The two discuss anxiety, the scourge of the 21st century.

38 min

Maiara e Maraísa

Twin sisters Maiara and Maraisa open up on Conversa com Bial this Thursday (May 18th), revealing their current fee, who is the more talkative one, and the reason why they haven't given up on music.

60 min

Ronaldo Lemos, Marlon Reis e Raull Santiago

Lawyer Ronaldo Lemos, along with Marlon Reis, creator of the Clean Slate Law, presents an application that makes citizen participation much more effective and brings issues to the National Congress.

40 min

Carlos Ayres Britto

'Conversa com Bial' welcomes former Supreme Court Justice Carlos Ayres Britto.

40 min

Karol Conká, Alexandra Loras, Eliane Dias e MC Soffia

Pedro Bial discusses the struggle of Black women in the music, art, and society in general. His guests include former French consul Alexandra Loras, singer Karol Conka, film student Yasmin Tainá, Racionais MC's producer Eliane Dias, and MC Soffia.

42 min

Fernando Gabeira e Maya Gabeira

Pedro Bial has a very special guest: politician and journalist Fernando Gabeira, who talks about his new book, "Tropical Democracy - Notebook of an Apprentice," and analyzes the Brazilian political landscape. And to further enrich the conversation, Pedro Bial invites the politician's daughter, surfer Maya Gabeira, who discusses her achievements in the sport.

39 min

Caco Barcellos e Sérgio Rodrigues

Pedro Bial welcomes journalist Caco Barcellos, who has also been the host of Profissão Repórter for ten years. Do you enjoy a good story? Then you can't miss this meeting.

41 min

Jojo Moyes

Author Jojo Moyes, author of "Me Before You" and eleven other works, is the guest on this Friday's (May 26th) Conversa com Bial. In the chat, the journalist also recalls that she had to publish eight books before achieving recognition as a writer.

34 min

Ney Matogrosso

After 44 years on the road as a musician, Ney Matogrosso reveals on Conversa com Bial this Monday (May 29th) that he always dreamed of an acting career and saw music as his chance to shine as a performer. Among other topics, Pedro Bial questions whether Cazuza was Ney's first love, recalls some of the musician's 'transgressions' from adolescence, and also discusses the artist's political stance.

38 min

Dartiu Xavier e Arthur Guerra

Psychiatrist and professor at Unifesp, Dartiu Xavier, and professor at USP, Arthur Guerra, talk with Pedro Bial about the use of recreational substances in a medical context. In the audience, neuropediatrician Eduardo Faveret accompanies Alexandre Meirelles, father of Gabriel, who lives with epilepsy and is undergoing treatment with cannabidiol.

38 min

Kondzilla, Rafael Terra, DJ Tom e Karol Conká

Conversa com Bial welcomes a group that makes waves on social media, especially in video sharing. Kondzilla, Rafael Terra, and DJ Tom are the guests. Erinho Silva and singer Karol Conka also participate.

31 min

Serginho Groisman

It's a day of celebration on Conversa com Bial, which completes one month on Globo's programming schedule. And what better way to celebrate the first 30 days on screen than with a friend? Serginho Groisman is the guest this Thursday, and he opens his 17-year album of Altas Horas.

39 min

Hassan Akkad

Conversa com Bial will show never-before-seen excerpts from Hassan Akkad's documentary, which gained worldwide attention for filming his escape to Europe, and is being shown for the first time on Brazilian TV.

34 min

Elza Soares e Arrigo Barnabé

Elza Soares tells her friend Pedro Bial about some of the adventures of her career and even reveals intimate details from the time she lived with the soccer star Mané Garrincha. In a playful mood, the artist confesses to feeling like a phoenix. Not surprisingly, she also plans to publish a biography.

40 min

Miriam Leitão e Familiares de Vladimir Herzog

Pedro Bial welcomes journalist Miriam Leitão and Vladimir Herzog's family to Conversa com Bial this Tuesday (June 6th). The topic: the period of the dictatorship.

42 min

Dani Russo, PC Siqueira e Sérgio Rodrigues

What's the secret to success on social media?

32 min

Leandra Leal, Rogéria e Jane Di Castro

Actress and director Leandra Leal opens the treasure chest of the production of the documentary Divinas Divas, which won awards at film festivals. The program also features appearances by actresses Rogéria and Jane Di Castro.

35 min

Ricardo Araújo Pereira e Marcius Melhem

Pedro Bial welcomes Portuguese comedian Ricardo Araújo Pereira and Marcius Melhem.

35 min

Marcos Pontes, Salvador Nogueira e João Paulo Guerra Barrera

Alongside Marcos Cesar Pontes, Brazilian astronaut and lieutenant colonel in the Brazilian Air Force, Pedro Bial discusses interesting facts about the profession. Also participating in the conversation are Salvador Nogueira, João Paulo Guerra Barrera, and Sandra Maria Feliciano da Silva.

38 min

Lázaro Ramos

On the show "Conversa com Bial," Lázaro Ramos discusses his new book, "Na Minha Pele" (In My Skin). Despite its autobiographical tone, he clarifies that the work is a discussion of identity, which is also intertwined with his own history.

44 min

Marcel de Souza, David Feldman e Raulzinho Neto

Pedro Bial talks with basketball coach and player Marcel de Souza, advertising executive David Feldman, and basketball player Raulzinho Neto.

41 min

Anitta

Success came early for singer Anitta, now 24 years old. But on the show "Conversa com Bial," the singer recalls that she fought hard to achieve her current position, even securing international collaborations.

60 min

Guel Arraes, Luiz Carlos Vasconcelos e Gerson Camarotti

This Friday (June 16th), the writer Ariano Suassuna would have turned 90 years old. Conversa com Bial then decided to pay tribute to the Brazilian, with three of the author's friends: Guel Arraes, the actor Luiz Carlos Vasconcelos, and the journalist Gerson Camarotti.

60 min

Nando Reis

As Pedro Bial says in the opening of Conversa com Bial this Monday (June 19th), whoever hasn't recorded, surely dreams of recording something by Nando Reis. And that's what the "most famous redhead in Brazil" talks about on the show.

36 min

Fernando Grostein, Talles Faria, Ming e Reinaldo Bulgarelli

Alongside filmmaker Fernando Grostein, presenter Pedro Bial warns about the dangers of homophobia. In addition to Luciano Huck's brother, other guests on Conversa com Bial include young Talles Faria, Taiwanese Ming, and consultant Reinaldo Bulgarelli.

60 min

Antonio Fagundes

Alongside actor Antonio Fagundes, star of the play "Baixa Terapia," Pedro Bial discusses the project, the veteran actor's habits, and also welcomes actors Mara Carvalho (his ex-wife), Bruno Fagundes (his son), and his current partner, Alexandra Martins.

36 min

Daniel Alves e Xande de Pilares

Daniel Alves showcases his skills on and off the field on the "Conversa com Bial" show. Alongside Xande de Pilares, he lends his voice and demonstrates his musical talent. His brother, Ney Alves, and country singer Thiago Matheus also participate in the performance.

60 min

Leandro Karnal e Welder Rodrigues

Pedro Bial hosts Leandro Karnal and Welder Rodrigues for a chat about petty corruption.

33 min

Marcello Dantas, Jum Nakao, Ryuichi Sakamoto e Kengo Kuma.

Pedro Bial visited the newly opened Japan House in São Paulo and brought the best of Japan to his show, "Conversa com Bial," for both Japanese culture enthusiasts and those unfamiliar with the culture. On stage, the host converses with Marcello Dantas.

40 min

Ruy Castro, Jaira Freixiela Adamczyk e Luiz Antônio da Cruz

On the show "Conversa com Bial," Ruy Castro talks about his history with alcohol, during which he drank compulsively from the ages of 20 to 40. Also featured in the conversation is the president of Alcoholics Anonymous in Brazil, Jaira Freixiela Adamczyk, whose foundation has been in Brazil for 70 years.

44 min

Paulo César Caju e Walter Casagrande

On Conversa com Bial, former players Paulo César Caju and Walter Casagrande reminisce about their careers in sports and discuss many other topics, such as drugs and politics.

41 min

Zezé di Camargo & Luciano e Tatiana Amaral

On Conversa com Bial, eroticism takes over the show, with appearances by the duo Zezé di Camargo & Luciano and writer Tatiana Amaral, a specialist in soft porn.

41 min

Tony Ramos, Edin Abumanssur, Nilton Bonder e Tupá Guerra

On the show "Conversa com Bial," Pedro Bial discusses the possible existence of a dark universe and the figures that inhabit it, such as the dreaded devil. Tony Ramos, Edin Abumanssur, Nilton Bonder, and Tupá Guerra participate in the program.

38 min

Beatriz Milhazes, Vik Muniz e Marcos Caruso

On the show "Conversa com Bial," Pedro Bial discusses the art world of Beatriz Milhazes, Vik Muniz, and Marcos Caruso.

36 min

Lea T, Toninho Cerezo, Johnny Hooker e Liz Donovan

Conversa com Bial is exciting. For the first time, Lea T and her father, Toninho Cerezo, are participating together in a TV program and talking about the model's transition process. Johnny Hooker and his mother, Liz Donovan, also enrich the conversation.

42 min

Zulmar Pimentel, Sérgio Rodrigues, Francisco José Espinola e André Vallias

Conversa com Bial delves into the world of synonyms and jokes surrounding police operations, poetry, and news, and welcomes engineer Francisco José Espinola, poet André Vallias, and the creators of Sensacionalista.

33 min

Fernanda Lima e Helena Rizzo

Pedro Bial and you chat with the lovely Fernanda Lima, mother, presenter, yoga practitioner, and master at clarifying any kind of subject. Helena Rizzo, the world's greatest female chef, former model, and Fernanda's childhood friend, also participates.

41 min

Paulo Miklos e Seu Jorge

Does life imitate art? Musicians Paulo Miklos and Seu Jorge discuss this and other questions on Conversa com Bial. Dedicated to music, the artists also open their treasure trove of memories about their respective forays into the world of fiction.

60 min

Cláudia Abreu e Antonio Prata

With four children at home, Cláudia Abreu opens up on Conversa com Bial this Monday, revealing that it's easier being a mother of four when traveling, because they keep each other company. Pedro Bial also welcomes Antonio Prata to the interview.

41 min

Wagner Moura

On the show "Conversa com Bial," actor and now director Wagner Moura looks back on his career, recalls his entry into Globo, comments on the possible stigma left by the famous Captain Nascimento, and admits to turning down some Hollywood offers.

43 min

Monica Iozzi

In a candid conversation with Pedro Bial, Monica Iozzi recalls funny moments from the beginning of her career, admits to being a perfectionist, ventures into a possible path as a singer, and touches on a sensitive subject: the legal proceedings against Minister Gilmar Mendes.

39 min

Simone e Simaria

Sisters Simone and Simaria, from Bahia, are the guests on Conversa com Bial. They talk about their successful career, reveal that they always dreamed of a house "with a good bathroom," and recall the painful loss of their father.

33 min

Mauricio de Sousa, Marina de Sousa e Thalita Rebouças

Conversa com Bial features a cartoonist who marked the childhood of many people. Mauricio de Sousa talks alongside his daughter Marina de Sousa and the writer Thalita Rebouças. The atmosphere is one of nostalgia as they reminisce about stories from 'Monica's Gang', but also about many new things for this great group.

42 min

Luiz Caldas

The Bahian flavor of Luiz Caldas takes over Conversa com Bial this Monday, opening the show full of energy with 'Haja Amor'. A singer since the age of 7, the artist, now 54, talks about his beginnings in music.

42 min

Cássia Kis, Mariana Varella e Albertina Duarte

One in five couples decides not to have children. And that's what Conversa com Bial discusses, with the participation of actress Cássia Kis, who decided to have children at age 38 and had four by age 48! Also in the conversation: journalist Mariana Varella and doctor Albertina Duarte.

40 min

Andrucha Waddington e Jorge Furtado

Can you imagine what the corridors of Brazilian hospitals are like? Director-General Andrucha Waddington and head writer Jorge Furtado explain on Conversa com Bial this Wednesday (July 19th) the objective of the miniseries Sob Pressão, which premieres on the 25th on TV Globo, with Marjorie Estiano and the medical setting as protagonists.

34 min

Alexandre Pires e Gama Junior

At 16, music chose Alexandre Pires, and since then, the Minas Gerais native, now 41, hasn't stopped. Despite his talent and recognition in Brazil and the international market, he says he never studied music and dreams of a moment of 'pause' to dedicate himself more deeply to art. Also in the conversation: former soccer player Júnior.

60 min

Yuval Noah Harari, Stevens Rehen e Rafael Grampá

After explaining the history of humanity in nearly 500 pages and gaining worldwide recognition with his work Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind, Israeli historian Yuval Noah Harari grants an exclusive interview to presenter Pedro Bial.

42 min

Márcia Haydée e Thiago Soares

Conversa com Bial excelled in its elegance, featuring the participation of ballerina Márcia Haydée, world-renowned and known as the Maria Callas of dance, and Thiago Soares, principal dancer of the Royal Ballet of London.

42 min

Laerte

At 58, Laerte received the title of transgender icon. And on Conversa com Bial, now at 66, the cartoonist talks about her first moments wearing women's clothes, the stares she received in the streets, and, of course, her conversations with her children.

44 min

Patrícia Kogut, Artur Xexéo e Marcello Camargo

The red carpet for Conversa com Bial is already rolled out, after all, today is the day to honor the eternal lady of Brazilian TV: Hebe Camargo, with the presence of journalists Artur Xexéo, Patrícia Kogut and the presenter's son, Marcello Camargo.

35 min

Fernando & Sorocaba

As one of the leading names in the Brazilian country music market, the duo Fernando & Sorocaba reveal their secrets to success in the music industry on the talk show "Conversa com Bial." A good song, talent, good management, and many other things. Singers, songwriters, and managers of some important names in the music scene, such as Marcos & Bellutti and Lucas Lucco, they share their insights…

38 min

Sidney Magal

Celebrating 50 years of his career, Sidney Magal reminisces about the best moments of his career on Conversa com Bial and reveals the secret to drawing crowds of women to his shows since the release of "Sandra Rosa Madalena".

41 min

Lama Michel e Marisa Orth

Monk Lama Michel talks about his immersion in Buddhism since childhood, and actress and singer Marisa Orth confesses how she fell in love with the religion at the beginning of her career, when she had to deal with a great and daunting challenge: fame!

60 min

Elizabeth MacGregor, Mara Marques e João Vicente de Castro

Animal exhibitionism, circuses without animals, animals kept in zoos, the existence of rodeos, aquariums, etc. This is the reflection that Conversa com Bial proposes, with the participation of Elizabeth MacGregor, Mara Marques and João Vicente de Castro.

60 min

Rodrigo Mendes, Kaká Bueno e Manuel Cardoso

Technologies for social inclusion. This is the reflection that Conversa com Bial proposes, with the participation of businessman Rodrigo Mendes, racing driver Kaká Bueno, and professor Manuel Cardoso.

41 min

Selton Mello e Johnny Massaro

Selton Mello and Johnny Massaro present 'The Movie of My Life' on 'Conversa com Bial'. They also discuss beauty and the value of simple things. Selton also talks about the good and bad sides of fame.

41 min

João Carlos Martins e Alexandre Nero

João Carlos Martins and Alexandre Nero discuss the film 'João, o Maestro', which tells the story of João, one of the greatest pianists of all time. Suffering from permanent hand injuries, João recounts the challenges he faced in his career and interesting facts about his performances. Alexandre details the study and immersion in the character, a role that is extremely difficult and full of peculiarities.

60 min

Mia Couto e Sidarta Ribeiro

Conversa com Bial welcomes Mozambican biologist and writer Mia Couto and scientist Sidarta Ribeiro. The pair chat about literature and science.

41 min

Cauã Reymond, Marcos Piangers e Helen Ramos

Cauã Reymond opens his heart to talk about fatherhood on Conversa com Bial. Fatherhood expert Marcos Piangers and YouTuber Helen Ramos, who makes videos about motherhood, also participate in the conversation.

42 min

Daniel Souza, Victor Lopes e Maitê Proença

Conversa com Bial pays tribute to the memory of Betinho, one of Brazil's greatest sociologists and human rights activists, with the participation of actress Maitê Proença and filmmaker Victor Lopes. Also participating in the conversation: Daniel Souza, son of the Minas Gerais native who passed away 20 years ago.

43 min

Claudia Raia, Jarbas Homem de Mello e Enzo Celulari

On the show "Conversa com Bial," actress Claudia Raia discusses the play "Singin' in the Rain" with her husband, Jarbas Homem de Mello. The conversation also includes the participation of Enzo Celulari, the actress's eldest son.

43 min

Hamilton de Holanda e Conceição Evaristo

Conversa com Bial features the participation of mandolin player Hamilton de Holanda, creator of the ten-string mandolin, and writer Conceição Evaristo. The pair chat about music and literature which, according to Pedro Bial, is a real hit.

36 min

Pilar Del Río, Paloma Amado e Sérgio Rodrigues

On the show "Conversa com Bial," Pilar Del Río and Paloma Amado, wife of José Saramago and daughter of Jorge Amado, discuss the writers' late-blooming friendship. It's a beautiful literary encounter. Also participating in the conversation is the show's language columnist, Sérgio Rodrigues.

60 min

Ivete Sangalo e Cinthia Sangalo

On the show "Conversa com Bial," Ivete Sangalo reveals she's trying to give her son Marcelo a sibling and confesses she doesn't cry over just anything. The singer's sister, Cinthia Sangalo, joins the conversation, and the Bahian singer reminisces about her childhood and the beginning of her career.

60 min

Tabata Amaral, Ilona Szabó e Alessandra Orofino

The "Conversa com Bial" program featured student Tabata Amaral, who graduated from public school and was accepted into Harvard and six other US universities. Political scientist Ilona Szabó and human rights economist Alessandra Orofino also participated.

60 min

Affonso Romano de Sant’Anna, Humberto Werneck, Leda Nagle, e Edmílson Caminha

The "Conversa com Bial" program paid tribute to the 30th anniversary of the death of poet Carlos Drummond de Andrade in a conversation with close friends of the artist. Participants in the program included Affonso Romano de Sant’Anna, Humberto Werneck, Leda Nagle, and Edmílson Caminha.

60 min

Paulo e Joana Mendes da Rocha

On the show "Conversa com o Bial," architect Paulo Mendes da Rocha and his daughter Joana Mendes da Rocha chatted about architecture. The topics discussed included the documentary "Tudo é Projeto" (Everything is a Project), made by Joana, and the recent project to open a SESC (Social Service of Commerce) in downtown São Paulo.

60 min

Francisco Costa, Ronaldo Fraga e André Carvalhal

On the show "Conversa com Bial," designers Francisco Costa, Ronaldo Fraga, and André Carvalhal chat about fashion and sustainability.

41 min

Luís Roberto Barroso

On the show "Conversa com Bial," Supreme Court Justice Luís Roberto Barroso discusses the current political landscape in Brazil and demonstrates good humor despite addressing difficult topics such as plea bargaining, privileged jurisdiction, and the decriminalization of marijuana.

60 min

Vladimir Brichta

This Tuesday's Conversa com Bial will be about the film Bingo: The King of the Mornings, starring actor Vladimir Brichta and directed by Daniel Rezende. The film features a scene with appearances by Domingos Montagner and also by presenter Pedro Bial.

60 min

Whindersson Nunes e Marcos & Belutti

Conversa com Bial welcomes the duo Marcos & Belutti and the YouTuber Whindersson Nunes. During the program, the trio sings and does impersonations of artists such as Márcio Canuto, Joelma, Nazaré Tedesco, Zacarias, among others.

60 min

Deborah Colker, Inêz Cabral, Gerson Camarotti e Lirinha

On the show "Conversa com Bial," Deborah Colker participates in a conversation about João Cabral de Melo Neto. The dancer performs the show "Cão Sem Plumas," based on João's poem of the same name. Inêz Cabral, the poet's daughter, Gerson Camarotti, and Lirinha also participate.

40 min

Elba Ramalho, Jotabê Medeiros e Gilberto Belchior

Conversa com Bial pays tribute to the musician Belchior, who passed away in April. Elba Ramalho, journalist Jotabê Medeiros, and Gilberto Belchior, one of the musician's 22 siblings, discuss the artist's career.

60 min

Palmirinha Onofre e Bela Gil

Conversa com Bial features a very special guest: chef Palmirinha Onofre. And in this interview, she joins forces, in a unique TV encounter, with the very natural Bela Gil, who hosts a show with decidedly organic recipes on GNT.

60 min

Maria Ribeiro, Laís Bodanzky e Tati Bernardi

On Conversa com Bial, Maria Ribeiro, Laís Bodanzky, and Tati Bernardi chat about the film 'Como Nossos Pais' (Like Our Parents), which won an award at the Gramado Film Festival. The actress, the director, and the screenwriter discuss the possible feminism portrayed in the film, and Maria gives details about her audition for the lead role.

42 min

João Gordo e Ronnie Von

On the show "Conversa com Bial," João Gordo and Ronnie Von discuss their friendship and reveal that they share many similarities. In the conversation, the presenters and musicians also talk about their careers, drugs, and family.

60 min

Paralamas do Sucesso

Conversa com Bial welcomes the band Paralamas do Sucesso. In the chat, Herbert Vianna, João Barone, Bi Ribeiro, and José Fortes talk about music and sing hits from their career. During the program, Pedro Bial revisits an interview he did with the group.

60 min

Edmar Bacha, Ana Maria Machado e Geraldo Carneiro

Check out a chat with economist Edmar Bacha, veteran Ana Maria Machado, and poet Geraldo Carneiro, members of the Brazilian Academy of Letters (ABL).

34 min

Stepan Nercessian e Claudio Manoel

On Conversa com Bial, Stepan Nercessian celebrates the centenary of Abelardo Barbosa, who still inspires Brazil with his character Chacrinha. The conversation also features the participation of Claudio Manoel.

60 min

Fernando Meirelles, Carlos Nobre e Claudio Angelo

Conversa com Bial discusses the state of the environment and the topic of sustainability with filmmaker Fernando Meirelles, climatologist Carlos Nobre, and journalist Claudio Angelo.

43 min

Renato Aragão, Rodrigo Fonseca e Pascoal Soto

Renato Aragão reminisces about his career and is moved by the audience's affection. Journalist Rodrigo Fonseca and editor Pascoal Soto join the conversation.

42 min

Stevens Rehen, Helena Nader, Herton Escobar e Hugo Aguilaniu

Stevens Rehen, Helena Nader, Herton Escobar, and Hugo Aguilaniu discuss the importance of science in everyday life.

38 min

Alcione

Conversa com Bial welcomes the artist Alcione, and the group As Bahias e a Cozinha Mineira (formed by Assucena Assucena, Raquel Virgínia, and Rafael Acerbi). Alcione, who is celebrating 45 years of her career this year, will celebrate her 70th birthday in November.

60 min

Reynaldo Gianecchini, Sri Prem Baba e Paulo Matos

On the show "Conversa com o Bial," Reynaldo Gianecchini said that he has always been curious about religions and that he never fit into any because of the taboos surrounding some of them. Also in the conversation were the spiritual master Sri Prem Baba and Paulo Matos.

60 min

Marília Mendonça, Mirian Goldenberg e Daniele Martins

Singer Marília Mendonça participates in a chat about infidelity with anthropologist Mirian Goldenberg and private investigator Daniele Martins.

60 min

Caetano Veloso

In the one hundredth episode, Bial welcomes Caetano Veloso and his sons: Moreno, Zeca, and Tom.

60 min

Carl Hart, Ilona Szabó, Flávio Falcone e Ricardo Amaral

Pedro Bial hosts Carl Hart, Ilona Szabó, Flávio Falcone, and Ricardo Amaral to discuss public policies for combating drugs.

60 min

General Eduardo Villas Bôas e Adriana Villas Bôas

General Eduardo Villas Bôas shared parts of his routine and experience commanding the army on the show "Conversa com Bial," with the special participation of his daughter, Adriana Villas Bôas, a psychology student.

60 min

Família Schurmann

The Schurmann family is a Brazilian family famous for sailing around the world. Vilfredo and Heloísa Schurmann, along with their son David, share some of their expeditions around the world on Conversa com Bial.

44 min

Fernando Fernandes, Thais Frota e Themis Briand

A conversation about overcoming challenges! Former Big Brother Brazil contestant Fernando Fernandes revealed details about his time in the most famous house in Brazil and presented his biography, titled Unbreakable. Alongside him were YouTubers and friends Thais Frota and Themis Briand.

60 min

Roupa Nova

The members of Roupa Nova were guests on Conversa com Bial. On the show's stage, the musicians reminisced about memorable moments in their career, shared funny stories, and, of course, put on a great show.

60 min

Elton Medeiros, Teresa Cristina, Flávio Bauraqui e Vidal Assis

Bial welcomes Elton Medeiros, Teresa Cristina, Flávio Bauraqui, and Vidal Assis for a special conversation in honor of Cartola.

37 min

Stela Guedes Caputo, Henrique Vieira e Nelson Águia

With an audience of Afro-Brazilians, Catholics, Protestants, and agnostics, Pedro Bial talks with Stela Guedes Caputo, a Yaô (initiate) and researcher at UERJ (Rio de Janeiro State University), Henrique Vieira, a pastor and professor, and Nelson Águia, a deacon in the Catholic Church.

60 min

Amos Oz e Carlos Vereza

The guests on Conversa com Bial are the writer Amos Oz, author of the novel "Judas," and the actor Carlos Vereza, who is currently performing the monologue "Iscariot, the Other Face." According to him, the play aims to promote forgiveness for the whole family and friends.

42 min

Raull Santiago, MC Martina, Edu Carvalho e Samuel Silva

On ‘Conversa com Bial’, artists from Rocinha and Complexo do Alemão talk about the struggle to show the positive side of the favelas and the long-standing war on drugs.

43 min

Guilherme Arantes e Tiago Iorc

Pedro Bial hosts a meeting between hitmakers Guilherme Arantes and Tiago Iorc.

60 min

Leonardo Padura

Cuban writer Leonardo Padura spoke with Pedro Bial this Monday, October 2nd. Literature, politics, and baseball punctuated the conversation with the author of "The Man Who Loved Dogs" (2011), a bestseller considered his masterpiece, which narrates the assassination of the Russian revolutionary Leon Trotsky, in addition to criticizing the Cuban regime.

60 min

Lucio Mauro Filho e Bruno Mazzeo

The "Conversa com Bial" program featured friends Lucio Mauro Filho and Bruno Mazzeo, who are launching the film "Chocante!". In their chat with Pedro Bial, they discussed not only the film, but also the friendship that blossomed in their profession and the close relationship between their parents.

60 min

Marcello Dantas, Rosely Sayão Leandro Narloch, Carlos Andreazza e Ricardo Rangel

On this Wednesday's episode of Conversa com Bial, October 4th, the discussion focused on the recent cancellations of exhibitions, featuring curator Marcello Dantas and psychologist Rosely Sayão. The "politically correct" side and its excesses in online discussions and social settings were also discussed, with writer Leandro Narloch, editor Carlos Andreazza, and columnist Ricardo Rangel.

43 min

Thiaguinho, Bruninho e Jorge Moll

The "Conversa com Bial" show featured friends Thiaguinho and Bruninho. During the chat, they discussed their respective careers, their relationships with their parents, and how they are part of a popular WhatsApp group with Gabriel Medina and Neymar.

60 min

Isaac Karabtchevsky

The "Conversa com Bial" program featured maestro Isaac Karabtchevsky, who conducts the Heliópolis Symphony Orchestra of the Baccarelli Institute on the show.

60 min

Michel Teló e José Hamilton Ribeiro

The "Conversa com Bial" program featured singer Michel Teló and reporter José Hamilton Ribeiro. Besides enjoying great music, they discussed the origins of "caipira" music and assessed whether it resembles the meaning of "sertaneja" music.

60 min

Bruna Lombardi e Stevens Rehen

The "Conversa com Bial" program featured actress Bruna Lombardi and scientist Stevens Rehen. During the show, the actress revealed that she doesn't worry about age and doesn't work with numbers in her daily life. She joked that she doesn't even count the time she's been with her partner, Carlos Alberto Riccelli. The guests also discussed how our daily choices affect the way we…

42 min

Adriano Imperador

Adriano Imperador was invited by Pedro Bial to sit on his couch. During the chat with the presenter, the player, who has been away from the pitch since 2016, announced that he intends to return to the field in 2018.

43 min

Patrícia Andrante, Breno Silveira e Marjorie Estiano

Bial welcomes Patrícia Andrante, Breno Silveira, and Marjorie Estiano for a chat about the film 'Entre Irmãs' (Between Sisters).

38 min

Gina Vieira Ponte e Joana D'Arc Félix

The "Conversa com Bial" program paid tribute to Teachers' Day. For the chat, Pedro Bial invited teachers Gina Vieira Ponte and Joana D'Arc Félix to talk about their dream of bringing the art of teaching to others and to discuss education.

40 min

Reinaldo Lopes, Eduardo Góes Neves e Peninha

The "Conversa com Bial" program featured interesting facts and data from recent archaeological studies showing what existed in the country up to 1499. The conversation included journalist Reinaldo Lopes, archaeologist Eduardo Góes Neves, and journalist Eduardo Bueno, also known as Peninha.

42 min

Menescal e Marcos Valle

At almost 80 years old, Menescal has many stories to tell. Alongside his friend and musician Marcos Valle, on the show "Conversa com Bial," he recounted how the master Tom Jobim encouraged him to make a living from music, and Marcos recalled his musical journey intertwined with surfing.

41 min

Mario Sergio Cortella e Marcelo Tas

The program features philosopher Mario Sergio Cortella and communicator Marcelo Tas, authors of "Enough of Obscene Citizenship!". In the conversation, they discuss how the idea for the book came about and what it was like to write it collaboratively.

41 min

Projota e Júlio Cocielo

Projota and YouTuber Júlio Cocielo participated in the "Conversa com Bial" program this Thursday, October 19th, and discussed their respective careers and how they deal with fame and money. At Pedro Bial's request, they improvised a rap battle.

60 min

Marcos Uchôa e Padre George Rateb Massis

Marcos Uchôa takes a vacation in Syria and surprises his family with his choice. He shared his experience on Conversa com Bial this Friday, October 20th, accompanied by his colleague Pedro Bial and Father George Rateb Massis.

41 min

Jorge Caldeira, Antonio Risério e Fernando Henrique Cardoso

Information technology has become the right hand of historiography, and it is about the history of our country that Conversa com Bial talks about this Monday, October 23rd, based on the book "History of Wealth in Brazil – Five Centuries of People, Customs and Governments", alongside the author of the work Jorge Caldeira. Also joining the conversation is anthropologist Antonio Risério.

41 min

Dedé Santana e Eduardo Sterblitch

Having been in the comedy business for years, Dedé Santana shares some of his experience with Pedro Bial and also discovers he has a very loyal fan in the new generation: Eduardo Sterblitch, who also joins the conversation about the profession. A gift for the audience, by the way, who get a show of imitations by Edu, hip-shaking, kisses, a volcano erupting! He even takes Edu's shirt off on stage, it's crazy!

60 min

Juca Kfouri, Ronaldo Helal e Antonio Prata

On ‘Conversa com Bial’, Juca Kfouri, Ronaldo Helal and Antonio Prata recall the traumatic episode of the 2014 World Cup, discuss the future of football in the country and a possible rematch with Germany.

39 min

Regina Casé, Patrícia Travassos, Luiz Fernando Guimarães, Evandro Mesquita e Hamilton Vaz Pereira

'Conversa com Bial' brings together the Asdrúbal group with Regina Casé, Patrícia Travassos, Luiz Fernando Guimarães, Evandro Mesquita and director Hamilton Vaz Pereira.

40 min

Martinho da Vila, Marcos Carvalho Lopes e Lauro José Cardoso

On the show ‘Conversa com Bial’, Martinho da Vila discusses racial discrimination with professor Marcos Carvalho Lopes and student Lauro José Cardoso, from UNILAB college.

39 min

João Bosco

On ‘Conversa com Bial’, João Bosco celebrates his 71st birthday, reflects on his 40-year career, and reveals that Elvis Presley determined his favorite soccer team.

40 min

Roberta Miranda, Guilherme Azevedo, Jorge Lisboa e Sheila Marchiori

On ‘Conversa com Bial’, Roberta Miranda shares stories of truck drivers with director Guilherme Azevedo and drivers Jorge Lisboa and Sheila Marchiori.

41 min

Gisela Adissi, Nina Maluf e Osmair Camargo

On the eve of All Souls' Day, 'Conversa com Bial' brings together people who are daily on the other side of grief. Professionals from the Brazilian funeral sector explain how a planned wake can help families cope better with the loss.

41 min

Tirulipa e Carlinhos Maia

This Thursday's episode of Conversa com Bial, November 2nd, features the new generation of comedians from the Northeast of Brazil, Tirulipa and Carlinhos Maia. These young comedians are following in the footsteps of veterans Chico Anysio, Renato Aragão, and Tom Cavalcante.

40 min

Fellipe Barbosa e João Pedro Zappa

Today's conversation was with director Fellipe Barbosa and actor João Pedro Zappa, from the film 'Gabriel and the Mountain'. They told the story of Gabriel Buchmann, a young adventurer who died on a trail on Mount Mulanje.

39 min

Roberta Sudbrack e Ignácio de Loyola Brandão

The alchemy of the Conversa com Bial program this Monday, November 6th, was bringing together two masters: a Proustian chef and a gourmet writer. What a great mix, isn't it? Roberta Sudbrack and Ignácio de Loyola Brandão had a delightful chat.

43 min

Otaviano Costa, José Paulo de Andrade e Juliana Wallauer

Otaviano Costa is always busy. Dividing his time between the radio program "No Ar" on Rádio Globo and the TV show "Vídeo Show," the presenter spoke on "Conversa com Bial" about how he entered the world of television and admitted that radio has always been his passion.

40 min

João Moreira Salles

The guest on Conversa com Bial is documentary filmmaker and screenwriter João Moreira Salles. Responsible for the Moreira Salles Institute and founder of Piauí magazine, the film producer talks with the host about the behind-the-scenes of filmmaking and his new film.

42 min

Fernanda Torres

Daughter of Fernanda Montenegro, she brilliantly followed in her mother's footsteps, but now, Fernanda Torres comes to Conversa com Bial to talk about her writing career and the behind-the-scenes production of her new novel, 'Glória - e seu cortejo de horrores' (Glory - and its cortege of horrors).

41 min

Daniela Thomas, Joel Zito Araujo e Ana Maria Gonçalves

The film "Vazante" sparked an important discussion about the representation of Black people in Brazilian cinema. This debate is the focus of Conversa com Bial, which features director Daniela Thomas, Joel Zito Araujo, and Ana Maria Gonçalves.

44 min

Carolina Araújo, Marcelo Viana e Pietro Pepe

On the show "Conversa com Bial," Marcelo Viana, director of the National Institute of Pure and Applied Mathematics, and researcher Carolina Araújo proved through simple math that mathematics is present in everything and goes far beyond calculations, formulas, and equations.

38 min

Aguinaldo Silva e Viviane Araújo

Aguinaldo Silva revisits his career and chooses Nazaré as his favorite villain. Viviane Araújo embodies 'Lili Carabina' on stage and receives a beautiful tribute from the author.

41 min

Marcelo Serrado e José Roberto de Castro Neves

Bial discussed Shakespeare with actor Marcelo Serrado and lawyer José Roberto de Castro Neves.

41 min

Emicida e Rael

Bial welcomes Emicida and Rael for a chat about music, rap, culture, and artistic expression.

60 min

Caio Blat, Bia Lessa e Willi Bolle

Conversa com Bial welcomes actor Caio Blat and director Bia Lessa, who offer a taste of their acclaimed performance-installation "Grande Sertão: Veredas." And Professor Willi Bolle recounts how he left Germany to live inside a book.

43 min

Pretinho da Serrinha, João Diamante e Pedrinho

Conversa com Bial welcomes singer Pretinho da Serrinha and chef João Diamante.

42 min

Vera Fischer

On the eve of her 66th birthday, Vera Fischer reveals some of her beauty secrets on Conversa com Bial, talks about her desire to reach 102 years old, comments on her open upbringing, without qualms about nudity, and details her new show.

41 min

Flávio Tavares, Eduardo Bueno e Nilton Hernandes

On ‘Conversa com Bial’, Flávio Tavares, Eduardo Bueno and Nilton Hernandes recall the life of Che Guevara. Even 50 years after his death, the doctor, revolutionary and guerrilla fighter Che Guevara continues to evoke the most contradictory feelings.

39 min

Alok, DJ Swarup, DJ Ekanta e Bhaskar Petrillo

Alok and his electronic spaceship landed on Conversa com Bial. But unlike the artist's other flights, he's accompanied by his whole family: his father Juarez Petrillo (DJ Swarup), his mother Adriana Peres Franco (DJ Ekanta), and his brother Bhaskar Petrillo.

40 min

Jô Soares

On ‘Conversa com Bial’, the artist launches ‘O Livro de Jô – Uma Autobiografia Desautorizada’ and recalls touching stories about his parents and son.

60 min

Gabriel Bá, Fábio Moon, Ivan Reis e Bilquis Evely

The "Conversa com Bial" show delved into the world of comic books and welcomed award-winning twins Gabriel Bá and Fábio Moon. The program also featured Ivan Reis, who draws "Justice League," and Bilquis Evely, who draws Wonder Woman.

40 min

Leandro Hassum e César Menotti & Fabiano

On the show "Conversa com Bial," actor Leandro Hassum and brothers César Menotti and Fabiano discussed their respective careers and how they relate to their weight to this day.

42 min

Lucas Mendes, Nelson Motta e Caio Blinder

On the show "Conversa com Bial," journalists Lucas Mendes, Nelson Motta, and Caio Blinder, who, along with Paulo Francis, formed the original panel of the program "Manhattan Connection," shared stories about their friend, who died 20 years ago.

40 min

Juliana Paes e Elizangela

Juliana Paes captivated Brazil with the controversial Bibi Perigosa and left fans heartbroken after the end of "A Força do Querer." On the show "Conversa com Bial," she reminisced about memorable moments from Gloria Perez's telenovela alongside Elizangela, who played her mother in the story.

39 min

Ruy Guerra

With his recently released biography, "Paixão Escancarada" (Open Passion), acclaimed filmmaker Ruy Guerra participated in the "Conversa com Bial" (Conversation with Bial) program. He reminisced about his career and even sang Chico Buarque with Pedro Bial.

41 min

Patricio Guzmán, Tata Amaral e Camilo Tavares

Patricio Guzmán, director of the iconic 'Battle of Chile' trilogy, receives a tribute from Pedro Bial. On 'Conversa com Bial', the Chilean filmmaker discusses the day-to-day life of cinema with filmmakers Tata Amaral and Camilo Tavares.

37 min

Tom Cavalcante

Tom Cavalcante says he succeeded in his career through persistence and faith in God. Celebrating 25 years on TV, the comedian reveals his desire to debut on an internet video channel and praises his friendship with Roberto Carlos.

40 min

Rony Meisler, Ana Sarkovas e Sérgio Besserman

Rony Meisler, CEO of Reserva, discusses creative management at the helm of the brand. Ana Sarkovas, from Sistema B, also talks with Pedro Bial. Sérgio Besserman discusses the paths of capitalism.

40 min

Luan Santana

Pedro Bial hosts Luan Santana for a chat about his career.

42 min

Gal Costa e Preta Gil

Conversa com Bial this Friday, December 8th, brings together two music stars: Gal Costa and Preta Gil. Besides sharing beautiful life stories, godmother and goddaughter share the show's stage and gift us with a lovely tribute to Luiz Melodia.

60 min

Tom Zé e Baiana System

Tom Zé details his musical creation process, which takes place in the early hours of the morning: 'God helps those who rise early'. On ‘Conversa com Bial’, he talks about his creative career, marked by iconic album covers. And the group Baiana System also shares this innovative style.

44 min

Marcelo Bretas, Mariene de Castro e Almério Feitosa

Judge Marcelo Bretas was a guest on Conversa com Bial. With clarity in his speech, he discussed sensitive topics such as privileged jurisdiction, corruption, and Lava Jato. The show also featured great music from singers Mariene de Castro and Almério Feitosa.

60 min

Gabriel Chaim, Felipe Dana e Patrícia Campos Mell

On ‘Conversa com Bial’, Gabriel Chaim, Felipe Dana and Patrícia Campos Mello discuss the dilemmas and challenges of reporting from countries such as Syria, Iraq and Afghanistan.

44 min

Ingrid Guimarães e Larissa Manoela

At just 16 years old, Larissa Manoela draws crowds of fans wherever she goes. Star of the film "Fala Sério, Mãe!" alongside Ingrid Guimarães, she told Conversa com Bial that she never suffered from her early career and lack of time to play.

40 min

Fernanda Montenegro e Cézar Mendes

Actress Montenegro talks about her passion for the country, laments the censorship of art, and discusses her current character, Mercedes. Guitarist Cézar Mendes performs with the actress in the second part of the program. The actress sings Brazilian hits.