Season 2

01 Geovani Martins Episode 12nd April 2018 In the season premiere of 'Conversa', Pedro Bial welcomes writer Geovani Martins, author of the book 'O Sol na Cabeça'. 02 Paulo Coelho Episode 23rd April 2018 Pedro Bial travels to Switzerland to speak with writer Paulo Coelho. The two chat about literature, his partnership with Raul Seixas, politics, and even piracy. 03 Casseta & Planeta Episode 34th April 2018 Synonymous with a good laugh, the *Casseta & Planeta* crew reunited on the show *Conversa com Bial* this Wednesday, April 4. Beto Silva, Claudio Manoel, Hélio de La Peña, and Hubert Aranha spoke about their new book, *Brasil do Casseta*. 04 Jorge & Mateus Episode 45th April 2018 Bial welcomes the duo Jorge & Mateus for a conversation about music, their careers, and Brazil. 05 Lucinha Araújo, Frejat e Ney Matogrosso Episode 56th April 2018 Lucinha Araújo, Frejat, and Ney Matogrosso pay tribute to Cazuza. 06 José Padilha Episode 69th April 2018 Pedro Bial hosts filmmaker José Padilha for a conversation about cinema, politics, and Brazil. 07 Wagner Schwartz, Carolina Jabor e Michel Laub Episode 710th April 2018 Pedro Bial welcomes Wagner Schwartz, Carolina Jabor, and Michel Laub for a discussion on online shaming, intolerance, and the spread of fake news on social media. 08 Washington Olivetto Episode 811th April 2018 Pedro Bial welcomes Washington Olivetto, who discusses his career, partnerships, personal life, and the launch of his autobiography. 09 Nego do Borel e Lucas Veloso Episode 912th April 2018 Bial welcomes Nego do Borel and Lucas Veloso for a chat filled with music and humor. Dancers Juju Fructuozo and Nathália Melo also join in, featuring a version of the *Dança dos Famosos* "Conversa" segment. 10 Milton Nascimento e Jorge Drexler Episode 1013th April 2018 Conversa com Bial hosted a very special meeting. Milton Nascimento and Jorge Drexler, the first Latin American singer to win an Oscar for best original song in 2005, performed “Al otro lado del río”, from the film “The Motorcycle Diaries”. 11 Marina Lima e Antônio Cícero Episode 1116th April 2018 Pedro Bial hosts siblings Marina Lima—who is releasing a new album—and Antônio Cícero for a conversation about music, politics, and literature. 12 Taís Araújo e Lellêzinha Episode 1217th April 2018 Pedro Bial welcomes Taís Araújo and Lellêzinha for a conversation about *Mister Brau*, female empowerment, the struggle of Black women, music, and political stances. 13 Rubinho Barrichello Episode 1318th April 2018 Rubens Barrichello chats with Pedro Bial about the behind-the-scenes world of Formula 1 and reminisces about moments shared with Ayrton Senna. 14 Padre Reginaldo Manzotti Episode 1419th April 2018 Father Reginaldo Manzotti is the guest on the program *Conversa com Bial*. The host welcomed the priest for a conversation in which he shared everything about his life as a priest. 15 Chitãozinho & Xororó Episode 1520th April 2018 Pedro Bial welcomes the duo Chitãozinho & Xororó for a chat about the thirty-year history of the song "Evidências," a classic of the Brazilian songbook. 16 Samuel Pessôa e Celso Rocha de Barros Episode 1623rd April 2018 Bial hosts Samuel Pessôa and Celso Rocha de Barros for a conversation about the country's current political situation. 17 Leonardo e Zé Felipe Episode 1724th April 2018 Bial welcomes singer Leonardo, who shares fishing stories and talks about the 20th anniversary of his brother Leandro's death. The episode also features an appearance by Zé Felipe, the singer's son. 18 Fernando Henrique Cardoso Episode 1825th April 2018 With a public career spanning nearly 40 years, former President Fernando Henrique Cardoso appeared on the program *Conversa com Bial* to promote his new book, *Crise e Reinvenção da Política no Brasil* (Crisis and Reinvention of Politics in Brazil). The politician analyzed the current electoral landscape. 19 Neury Botega, André Trigueiro e Claudia Bossle Episode 1926th April 2018 "Conversa com Bial" welcomed psychiatrist Neury Botega and journalist André Trigueiro to discuss a stigmatized and challenging public health issue: suicide. Singer Claudia Bossle also took part in the conversation. 20 Léo Maia e Carlos Dafé Episode 2027th April 2018 Pedro Bial welcomes Léo Maia and Carlos Dafé to celebrate the memory of Tim Maia. 21 Drauzio Varella Episode 2130th April 2018 Pedro Bial hosts Drauzio Varella, José Eduardo Belmonte, and Aly Muritiba to discuss the profession of prison guards and the series 'Carcereiros'. 22 Iza e Marcelo Falcão Episode 221st May 2018 Pedro Bial welcomes Iza and Marcelo Falcão. 23 Luiz Fux e Ronaldo Lemos Episode 232nd May 2018 Bial hosts TSE President Luiz Fux and lawyer Ronaldo Lemos for a debate on fake news. 24 Amanda Paschoal, Rachel del Monde e Luiz Fernando Vianna Episode 243rd May 2018 Conversa com Bial hosted a discussion on autism featuring guests with a connection to the subject. Participating in the conversation were art educator and autistic individual Amanda Paschoal, child psychiatrist Rachel del Monde, and journalist Luiz Fernando Vianna. 25 Fundo de Quintal Episode 254th May 2018 'Conversa com Bial' welcomed the group Fundo de Quintal for a tribute to samba artist Almir Guineto. The musician's widow, Regina Caetano, also appeared on the show, sharing a bit about her love story with Almir. 26 Daniel Cohn-Bendit Episode 267th May 2018 About 600 kilometers from where he made history, in Frankfurt, Germany, Daniel Cohn-Bendit received Pedro Bial to talk about football, the protests in Brazil in 2013 and, of course, the famous May '68 events in Paris, for the "Conversa com Bial" program. 27 Flaira Ferro e Mônica Martelli Episode 278th May 2018 Bial welcomes singer Flaira Ferro and actress and author Mônica Martelli for a chat about sexuality and female pleasure. 28 Dan Stulbach, Marcelo Janot e Stevens Rehen Episode 289th May 2018 The Conversa com Bial program commemorated the 50th anniversary of the release of the film "2001: A Space Odyssey." Actor Dan Stulbach, film critic Marcelo Janot, and neuroscientist Stevens Rehen discussed Stanley Kubrick's science fiction masterpiece. 29 Sonia Guimarães, Helio Santos e Emicida Episode 2910th May 2018 The "Conversa com Bial" program promoted a reflection on the 130th anniversary of the abolition of slavery and its marks on Brazilian society. Sonia Guimarães, the first Black professor at ITA (Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica); Helio Santos; and the rapper and composer Emicida debated the issue. 30 Dani Calabresa, Fernando Caruso e Bruno Motta Episode 3011th May 2018 Pedro Bial welcomes Dani Calabresa, Fernando Caruso, and Bruno Motta. 31 Caetano Galindo e Alison Entrekin Episode 3114th May 2018 Machine translation has evolved so much that many people are venturing to predict that translators may lose their jobs to robots. Is this true? Bial hosted Caetano Galindo and Alison Entrekin for a chat about the future of literary translation. 32 Matias Spektor, Belisário Franca, Raimundo Pereira de Melo e Hugo Studart Episode 3215th May 2018 Conversa com Bial decided to address obscure episodes in national history during the Araguaia Guerrilla War during the military dictatorship and featured Matias Spektor, filmmaker Belisário Franca, former combatant Raimundo Pereira de Melo, and Hugo Studart. 33 Amanda Nunes e Kira Gracie Episode 3316th May 2018 'Conversa' featured five-time jiu-jitsu champion Amanda Nunes, the first Brazilian to win a UFC belt, and Kira Gracie, who gave up her UFC career to be a mother. 34 Naiara Azevedo e Camilla Uckers Episode 3417th May 2018 Bial welcomes Naiara Azevedo and Camilla Uckers for a chat about betrayal and heartbreak, with lots of music and good humor. Naiara and Camilla even deliver a stunning duet that closes the show. 35 Yamandu Costa e Hamilton de Holanda Episode 3518th May 2018 Bial welcomes Yamandu Costa and Hamilton de Holanda for a chat, with lots of music, about choro music. 36 Dan Brown Episode 3621st May 2018 Bial traveled to Florida for a chat with author Dan Brown. In the studio, Raphael Montes and Reinaldo José Lopes commented on the interview with the author of 'The Da Vinci Code'. 37 Falcão & Pablo e Paulo Cesar Araújo Episode 3722nd May 2018 'Conversa com Bial' pays homage to the 50th anniversary of brega music, and Bial welcomes singers Falcão and Pablo, and historian Paulo Cesar Araújo for a musical chat. 38 Juan Pablo Sorin e Caio Ribeiro Episode 3823rd May 2018 Bial welcomes Juan Pablo Sorin and Caio Ribeiro for a chat about soccer. Singer Sol Alac, Sorin's wife, also participates in the program. 39 Péricles e Jorge Aragão Episode 3924th May 2018 Péricles and Jorge Aragão chatted about samba, pagode, and the rivalry between samba musicians in the Rio-São Paulo axis on Conversa com Bial. During the interview, the former Exaltasamba vocalist spoke about the decision to end the group's activities. 40 Milton Nascimento, Giovanna Ewbank e Bruno Gagliasso Episode 4025th May 2018 On Friday, May 25th, National Adoption Day, the "Conversa com Bial" program hosted Milton Nascimento, Giovanna Ewbank, and Bruno Gagliasso for a chat about the topic. The mother of little Titi, 4 years old, shared details of the adoption process with the host. 41 Ronaldo Lemos e Alê Youssef Episode 4128th May 2018 Pedro Bial hosts Ronaldo Lemos and Alê Youssef for a conversation about democracy and technology. 42 Choque de Cultura Episode 4229th May 2018 Caíto Mainier, Daniel Furlan, Leandro Ramos, Raul Chequer, and Juliano Enrico, from Choque de Cultura, are the guests this Tuesday. 43 Eduardo Giannetti e José Almino de Alencar Episode 4330th May 2018 Pedro Bial hosts Eduardo Giannetti and José Almino de Alencar for a debate on the economic, political, and social situation in Brazil. 44 Galvão Bueno Episode 4431st May 2018 Just days before embarking for Russia, where he will cover his 12th World Cup, sports commentator Galvão Bueno participated in the "Conversa com Bial" program. The chat featured a special appearance by his friend and journalist Ingo Ostrovsky. 45 Odair José e Monique Gardenberg Episode 451st June 2018 Pedro Bial welcomes Odair José, who shares stories from his career, and filmmaker Monique Gardenberg, who is launching the film 'Paraíso Perdido'. 46 Dona Onete e Gaby Amarantos Episode 464th June 2018 Conversa com Bial was amazing! Pedro Bial welcomed the queen of carimbó chamegado, Dona Onete, and the tecnobrega muse, Gaby Amarantos. They entertained the audience with their music and charmed everyone with their stories. 47 Erasmo Carlos Episode 475th June 2018 Bial welcomed singer and songwriter Erasmo Carlos, a self-confessed romantic, who celebrated his 77th birthday in style, reminiscing about good moments in his career and celebrating his new album, 'Amor é Isso' (Love is This), featuring 12 new songs. 48 Marcos Nobre, Demétrio Magnoli e Ciro Oiticica Episode 486th June 2018 Given the current situation in Brazil, Pedro Bial hosted philosopher Marcos Nobre, sociologist Demétrio Magnoli, and student Ciro Oiticica on his show "Conversa com Bial" for a debate about the June 2013 protests, which are now five years old. 49 Cao Hamburger e Pedro & Bianca Episode 497th June 2018 Conversa com Bial welcomed Cao Hamburger, the name behind the hit series Castelo Rá-Tim-Bum and Pedro & Bianca. Recently, he was tasked with writing the season of Malhação - Viva a Diferença, which had the highest ratings in the last 20 years. 50 Xand Avião e Moisés Loureiro Episode 508th June 2018 Pedro Bial welcomes Xand Avião and Moisés Loureiro 51 Pedro Corrêa do Lago Episode 5111th June 2018 On the show "Conversa com Bial," Pedro Bial chatted with writer, editor, historian, and collector of paper, or rather, manuscripts, Pedro Corrêa do Lago. So rich and rare are his documents that some have even been exhibited in New York. 52 Marcelo Yuka e Marcelo D2 Episode 5212th June 2018 Marcelo Yuka, 17 years after the assault that left him paraplegic: 'I hold no grudges' The musician participated in 'Conversa com Bial' this Tuesday alongside rapper Marcelo D2. 53 Conrado Hübner Mendes e Joaquim Falcão Episode 5313th June 2018 On the show "Conversa," Pedro Bial hosted Conrado Hübner Mendes, a professor of Constitutional Law at USP (University of São Paulo), and Joaquim Falcão, founder of the FGV (Getúlio Vargas Foundation) Law School in Rio, for a debate about the Brazilian Supreme Court (STF). 54 Mumuzinho e Marcelo Marrom Episode 5414th June 2018 On the show "Conversa," Bial welcomed Mumuzinho and Marcelo Marrom. Fans of 90s Pagode music, the artists showed off their rhythm and also talked about their careers, plans, and inspirations. 55 Mano Walter e Ed Gama Episode 5515th June 2018 In another special edition about forró music, Conversa com Bial welcomes Mano Walter, the cowboy from Alagoas who found his calling in music and is now one of the most important names in the genre. Also confirmed to appear in the conversation is comedian Ed Gama. 56 Uri Levine Episode 5618th June 2018 Digital technology was the topic of the "Conversa com Bial" program. The chat featured entrepreneurs who spoke about the world of startups in Brazil and around the world. Pedro Bial hosted Israeli entrepreneur Uri Levine, who gave a masterclass in entrepreneurship. 57 Elza Soares e Zeca Camargo Episode 5719th June 2018 Conversa com Bial welcomed the woman of the 1962 World Cup: Elza Soares! On the pitch at that time, Mané Garrincha made it a historic moment for his beloved. Alongside Pedro Bial, the singer reminisced about her relationship with the player and revealed that these and other memories, from her almost 81 years, will be included in a biography written by Zeca Camargo, also… 58 Roberto Rivellino, Raí e Marcelo Lins Episode 5820th June 2018 The "Conversa com Bial" program hosted soccer stars Roberto Rivellino and Raí, along with journalist Marcelo Lins, for a chat about politics and soccer. 59 Deborah Secco e Hugo Moura Episode 5921st June 2018 On the show "Conversa com Bial," Pedro Bial interviewed the couple Deborah Secco and Hugo Moura. They chatted about acting, the telenovela "Segundo Sol," marriage, and their daughter Maria Flor. 60 Jonas Esticado e Luan Estilizado Episode 6022nd June 2018 The "Conversa com Bial" program featured two young forró musicians: Jonas Esticado, considered one of the genre's heartthrobs, and Luan Estilizado, who participated in SuperStar. Amazan, Luan's father, also joined the conversation. 61 Valter Hugo Mãe e Tatiana Salem Levy Episode 6125th June 2018 On the show "Conversa com Bial," writer Valter Hugo Mãe, one of the most renowned names in contemporary literature, reflected on Brazilian influences in his works and the differences in the Portuguese language. Tatiana Salem Levy also participated in the conversation. 62 Elymar Santos e Áurea Martins Episode 6226th June 2018 Conversa com Bial delved into the world of singers who make a living performing at night. In a tribute to these professionals, the program featured Brazilian music star Elymar Santos, who spoke about the beginning of his career and reminisced about stories from that time. Singer Áurea Martins also joined the conversation with Pedro Bial, singing classic bar songs. 63 Marcelo Canellas e Ricardo Kotscho Episode 6327th June 2018 Bial welcomed two veteran reporters: Marcelo Canellas from Rio Grande do Sul and Ricardo Kotscho from São Paulo. In their conversation with the host, they share their stories and talk about, for example, other colleagues at work. 64 Moacyr Franco e Paola Karime Episode 6428th June 2018 Singer, actor, composer, presenter, comedian, author, politician... the biography of Bial's guest is intertwined with the history of television in Brazil. Moacyr Franco reminisces about his life journey and also introduces the up-and-coming singer Paola Karime. 65 Joelma e Solange Almeida Episode 6529th June 2018 The last Conversa com Bial episode in the series about the rhythm of the June festivals featured the female representatives of forró and also of the term that has even become a verb, as Pedro Bial said: the divas Joelma and Solange Almeida. 66 Mario Haberfeld e Araquém Alcântara Episode 662nd July 2018 'Conversation' promotes reflection on the preservation of biodiversity. The program's guests are the "friends of the jaguar," Mario Haberfeld, founder of Onçafari, and photographer Araquém Alcântara. 67 Fluvia Lacerda e Daniela Falcão Episode 673rd July 2018 Bial hosted plus-size model Fluvia Lacerda, who has graced the cover of Vogue, and the general director of Globo Condé Nast publishing house, Daniela Falcão, for a chat about fashion, beauty standards, consumption, and body acceptance. 68 Diogo Nogueira e Marco Luque Episode 684th July 2018 This Wednesday's episode of "Conversa" (Conversation), July 4th, featured two soccer stars who dreamed of playing in the World Cup, but whose careers were taken by other talents. Pedro Bial spoke with singer Diogo Nogueira and actor Marco Luque. 69 Nathalia Timberg e Clara Sverner Episode 695th July 2018 The "Conversa com Bial" program featured Nathalia Timberg and Clara Sverner. Together they star in the play "Chopin ou o Tormento do Ideal" (Chopin or the Torment of the Ideal), directed by José Possi Neto. The show will soon arrive in Rio de Janeiro and tour other states in Brazil. 70 É O Tchan e Luís Miranda Episode 706th July 2018 Pedro Bial welcomes dancer Compadre Washington and Beto Jamaica to his show, Conversa com Bial, for a chat full of curious stories. Alongside them, another Bahian who also has talents in dance joins in this tribute to Bahia: actor Luís Miranda, Washington's neighbor in Barra do Jacuípe (BA), where they meet to "have a beer together". 71 João Barone e Vágner Camilo Alves Episode 719th July 2018 Bial welcomes João Barone and Vágner Camilo Alves for a conversation about Brazil's participation in World War II. 72 Adilson Dias e Carlos Eduardo Prazeres Episode 7210th July 2018 The "Conversa com Bial" program showcased two stories where the transformative power of art overcame helplessness and grief: that of Adilson Dias, a former homeless man who became a theater director, and that of Carlos Eduardo Prazeres, who created a social project in the community where his father's murderer lived. Prazeres, founder and executive director of the Maré do Amanhã Orchestra, spoke about the importance of inclusion for residents of marginalized communities. 73 Sandy e Fernanda Souza Episode 7311th July 2018 Sandy and Fernanda Souza's conversation about the joys and challenges of starting their careers in childhood on Conversa com Bial. 74 Leo Jaime, Leoni e Marcelo Rubens Paiva Episode 7412th July 2018 Conversa com Bial features three guests who rose to fame in the 1980s pop scene: singers and songwriters Leo Jaime and Leoni, and writer and screenwriter Marcelo Rubens Paiva. 75 Rionegro & Solimões e Pedro Bismarck Episode 7513th July 2018 Conversa com Bial welcomes people who have gained fame and fortune, but who still cherish – and alleviate – their longing for their places of origin. The duo Rionegro & Solimões and the comedian Pedro Bismarck, performer of the character Nerso da Capitinga, are among the guests. 76 Vera Eunice de Jesus, Tom Farias E Zezé Motta Episode 7616th July 2018 The Conversa com Bial program hosted a debate about the life of Carolina de Jesus, featuring Vera Eunice de Jesus, Tom Farias, and Zezé Motta. 77 Ana Claudia Quintana Arantes e Elfriede Galera Episode 7717th July 2018 Bial hosts guests for a conversation about palliative medicine, the concept of a good death, and autonomy regarding assisted suicide. 78 MV Bill, Stevens Rehen e Luiz Eduardo Soares Episode 7818th July 2018 The Conversa com Bial program hosted a debate on marijuana regulation with rapper MV Bill, neuroscientist Stevens Rehen, and Luiz Eduardo Soares, anthropologist and public safety expert. 79 Gusttavo Lima Episode 7919th July 2018 Considered one of the leading names in Brazilian country music, Gusttavo Lima reflected on his successful career. The singer recalled the beginning of his musical journey, spoke about his work as ambassador for the Barretos Rodeo Festival, commented on his passion for Goiás, and shared stories from his life before fame. 80 Angela Ro Ro Episode 8020th July 2018 Bial welcomes singer and songwriter Angela Ro Ro, who reminisces about moments in her life and career, as well as singing some of her greatest hits. 81 Hilda Hilst Episode 8123rd July 2018 The ‘Conversa com Bial’ program hosted a discussion about the life and work of Brazilian writer Hilda Hilst. 82 Aline Barros e Bruna Karla Episode 8224th July 2018 Bial welcomes singers Aline Barros and Bruna Karla for a chat about music, career, faith, religion, hope, soccer, and politics. 83 Ivair Gontijo, Salvador Nogueira e Douglas Galante Episode 8325th July 2018 On the day that Italian researchers announced they had found evidence of liquid water on Mars, the 'Conversa com Bial' program hosted a debate about space explorations aimed at understanding if there is life on the red planet. 84 Camille Paglia Episode 8426th July 2018 Bial traveled to the US to chat with writer Camille Paglia. In the studio, actress, writer, and screenwriter Bruna Lombardi and writer and screenwriter Antonia Pellegrino commented on the interview, which covered topics such as feminism, Brazil, and politics. 85 Rincon Sapiência e Àttooxxá Episode 8527th July 2018 Conversa com Bial had a relaxed chat with Rincon Sapiência, one of the biggest names in music today. The rapper invited the Àttooxxá collective, from Bahia, who were a hit at the last Carnival, to join the conversation. 86 Janaina e Jefferson Rueda Episode 8630th July 2018 Bial welcomes the chef couple Janaina and Jefferson Rueda, from 'Bar da Dona Onça' and 'Casa do Porco' in São Paulo, for a chat about gastronomy, food, conscious consumption, and sustainability. 87 Ana Thomaz e Fabio Marcoff Episode 8731st July 2018 Bial hosts the couple Ana Thomaz and Fabio Marcoff for a debate about unschooling and homeschooling. 88 Marcos Caruso, Homero Kossac e Decimar Gonçalves Episode 881st August 2018 The "Conversa com Bial" program paid tribute to the 10th anniversary of Dercy Gonçalves' death. The show featured Marcos Caruso, Homero Kossac – friends of the actress – and Decimar Gonçalves, the comedian's only daughter. 89 Poliana Abritta, Teté Ribeiro e Mariana Kupfer Episode 892nd August 2018 Bial welcomes Poliana Abritta, Teté Ribeiro, and Mariana Kupfer for a conversation about assisted reproduction and the dream of motherhood. 90 Nanda Costa e Lan Lanh Episode 903rd August 2018 On the show "Conversa com Bial," Nanda Costa and Lan Lanh reminisced about the beginning of their relationship, their musical partnership, and their families' reactions when they came out as gay. 91 Luiz Schwarcz, Marcos Pereira e André Conti Episode 916th August 2018 Luiz Schwarcz, Marcos Pereira, and André Conti participated in 'Conversa com Bial' and discussed the crisis in the Brazilian book market. 92 Fafá de Belém Episode 927th August 2018 Bial welcomed singer Fafá de Belém, who reminisced about moments in her career, shared anecdotes, and revealed her upcoming projects. 93 Heloísa Périssé e Maria Clara Gueiros Episode 938th August 2018 Heloísa Périssé didn't have a crisis when she turned 50. Quite the opposite! Upon reaching five decades of life, the actress decided to create a monologue – which ended up becoming a show – where she shares the stage with Maria Clara Gueiros. 94 Felipe Massa e Rafael Cardoso Episode 949th August 2018 Bial welcomes Formula 1 driver Felipe Massa for a conversation about Formula 1, sports, motorsports, and family. Actor Rafael Cardoso, who is a kart racer, also participates in the chat. 95 Paulinho da Viola Episode 9510th August 2018 96 Pedro Luís, Jane Reis, Karla Sabah e Zezé Mota Episode 9613th August 2018 A year ago, Brazil lost the nobility of Luiz Melodia. The "Conversa com Bial" program paid tribute to the singer who renewed MPB (Brazilian Popular Music) in the 1970s by mixing the samba of the São Carlos favela in Rio de Janeiro with soul and blues. 97 Thaynara OG e Marco Tulio Episode 9714th August 2018 Conversa com Bial welcomed Thaynara OG and Marco Tulio, aka Authentic Games, two digital influencers who started their careers online as a hobby and became successful professionals, making money, creating jobs, and setting trends. 98 Newton Ishii e Luís Humberto Carrijo Episode 9815th August 2018 Pedro Bial interviewed Newton Ishii, better known as the 'Japanese Federal Agent,' about his role in Operation Lava Jato and his personal life. Luís Humberto Carrijo, author of Newton's biography, also participated in the conversation. 99 Andrew Solomon Episode 9916th August 2018 Pedro Bial traveled to New York to chat with writer Andrew Solomon, author of the bestseller "The Noonday Demon." The book was responsible for bringing depression "out of the closet," causing the illness to lose much of its stigma in society. 100 Tribalistas Episode 10017th August 2018 Rarely appearing on TV, Tribalistas explain their creative process, sing hits, and reminisce about their first composition on 'Conversa com Bial'. 101 Ágatha, Cauã, Pietra, and Beca (No Palco da Vida) Episode 10120th August 2018 Young people Ágatha, Cauã, Pietra, and Beca are regulars at the social project "No Palco da Vida" (On the Stage of Life), one of the many NGOs supported by Criança Esperança (Hope for Children). The dreams, ambitions, and reality of these four specialists, who are rarely heard, reveal a Brazil full of hope for a better future. 102 FalleN and Rafifa Episode 10221st August 2018 Professional gamers and esports players FalleN and Rafifa talk to Pedro Bial about the sport, commenting on criticism, stereotypes, and prejudices. 103 Marcius Melhem Episode 10322nd August 2018 After a nine-year ban, comedians were allowed to make jokes about candidates during elections. Marcius Melhem and other comedians reveal tactics for making bawdy jokes about politicians. 104 Bruno Paes Manso, Camila Nunes Dias e José Vicente da Silva Filho Episode 10423rd August 2018 Journalist Bruno Paes Manso, sociologist Camila Nunes Dias, and retired São Paulo Military Police Colonel José Vicente da Silva Filho held a debate about who is responsible for the drop in homicide rates in São Paulo. 105 Gilberto Gil Episode 10524th August 2018 106 Pedro Malan e Marcos Lisboa Episode 10627th August 2018 Former Finance Minister Pedro Malan from the Fernando Henrique Cardoso administration and economist Marcos Lisboa analyze the Brazilian economic landscape and discuss expectations for the elections. 107 Leandro Hassum e Roberto Santucci Episode 10728th August 2018 Launching the film "O Candidato Honesto 2" (The Honest Candidate 2), Leandro Hassum participated, alongside director Roberto Santucci, in the Conversa com Bial program this Tuesday, August 28th. The film will arrive in cinemas throughout the country on the 30th and will be distributed in more than 600 movie theaters. 108 Raça Negra e Dilsinho Episode 10829th August 2018 The program brought together two big names in Brazilian pagode music, Raça Negra and Dilsinho. The artists performed a duet of one of the band's classics, a song that for decades has been able to unite rock fans, forró fans, and pagode fans: "Cheia de Manias". 109 Robert Crumb Episode 10930th August 2018 Considered the Walt Disney of the counterculture, Robert Crumb spread the concept of making comics as art, not as a business, around the world. Recognized as one of the founders of the American underground comics movement, he has a vast body of work published in partnership with his wife, Aline Kominsky. 110 Chucho Valdés e Gonzalo Rubalcaba Episode 11031st August 2018 111 Sônia Bridi, Luis Fernando Silva Pinto e Ernesto Paglia Episode 1113rd September 2018 Sônia Bridi, Luis Fernando Silva Pinto, and Ernesto Paglia recounted experiences from their work as international correspondents for TV Globo. Sônia spoke about the difficulty of dealing with the censorship imposed by the Chinese government. 112 Joyce Pascowitch e Camila Coutinho Episode 1124th September 2018 Joyce Pascowitch and Camila Coutinho analyze the challenges of communication in the digital age. Joyce left her job as a social columnist for a major newspaper to invest in a website in the early 2000s and became a reference in the market. Camila began her work on the internet posting content about celebrities and fashion on a blog until it became a brand. 113 Alexander Kellner, Paulo Buckup, Pedro Doria e Stevens Rehen Episode 1135th September 2018 The program attempts to explain the consequences of the National Museum fire and how responsibility for the tragedy is divided. Guests include the museum's director, Alexander Kellner, researcher Paulo Buckup, a professor at UFRJ, as well as journalist Pedro Doria and neuroscientist Stevens Rehen. 114 Maisa Silva, Daniel Becker, Brenda Fucuta e Aly Muritiba Episode 1146th September 2018 The program promotes a discussion about the relationship between teenagers and technology with pediatrician Daniel Becker, journalist Brenda Fucuta, filmmaker Aly Muritiba, and presenter and digital influencer Maisa Silva. 115 Marília Gabriela Episode 1157th September 2018 Presented by Pedro Bial, this Friday's episode of Conversa com Bial features journalist, presenter, actress, and singer Marília Gabriela. She talks about her personal life, her career, and the play 'Casa de Boneca' in which she plays the character Dora. At the end, she sings 'Fotografia' by Tom Jobim. 116 JR Duran e Bob Wolfenson Episode 11610th September 2018 On Monday's show, Pedro Bial spoke with photographers JR Duran and Bob Wolfenson. They reminisced about memorable projects and admitted to being rivals in the profession. Check it out! 117 Clóvis Rossi e Antonio Britto Episode 11711th September 2018 Bial, Clóvis Rossi, and Antonio Britto reminisce about Tancredo Neves' election and the festive atmosphere of the "New Brazil." They discuss "the right politician for the current moment." The journalists also answer whether they fear a setback in the Brazilian democratic process. 118 Harmonia do Samba e Vampeta Episode 11812th September 2018 Presented by Pedro Bial, Conversa com Bial welcomes Harmonia do Samba and Vampeta. 119 Arlindinho Cruz e Xande de Pilares Episode 11913th September 2018 A tribute to Arlindo Cruz with samba, life partners, memories and joy. 120 Ed Motta Episode 12014th September 2018 Ed Motta talks about his vinyl record collection and releases a new album. 121 Bráulio Bessa e Halder Gomes Episode 12117th September 2018 Poet Bráulio Bessa achieved a kind of miracle in the Brazilian publishing market within his genre. With the release of his first book, "Poesia que Transforma" (Poetry that Transforms), the writer placed the work on the country's bestseller list. Alongside filmmaker Halder Gomes, the Ceará native participated in the "Conversa com Bial" program this Monday. 122 Yvonne Bezerra de Mello Episode 12218th September 2018 Kidnapped after witnessing a crime that shocked the country, Yvonne Bezerra de Mello faced death head-on. Instead of giving up on her social projects, the educator created a school with a pedagogy focused on children and young people at risk. Celebrating its 25th anniversary, the Uerê Project has already received more than 4,000 students at its headquarters in the Complexo da Maré, one of the most violent areas… 123 Ludmilla e Rafael Portugal Episode 12319th September 2018 Brazilian singers Ludmilla and Rafael Portugal, both from Rio de Janeiro, reminisce about the struggles of growing up in the suburbs and their rise to fame – and a better life – thanks to the power of the internet. The singer saw her songs receive millions of views, while the comedian gained thousands of followers on his social media profiles. 124 Chay Suede Episode 12420th September 2018 Chay Suede celebrates his success as Ícaro in the telenovela 'Segundo Sol' and has a chat with Bial about his career. The actor states that he is single, talks about harassment on the streets and says that he likes to explore a certain androgyny. 125 Meire e Marilene Galvão Episode 12521st September 2018 Pedro Bial invites the Galvão Sisters for a relaxed chat about their history and also about Alzheimer's, which has affected Marilene for some time. Funny and engaging, Meire and Marilene perform shows despite the latter's difficulty remembering all the lyrics to the songs. 126 Nicette Bruno, Charles Möeller e Claudio Botelho Episode 12624th September 2018 Pedro Bial welcomes Nicette Bruno, Charles Möeller, and Claudio Botelho for a chat about musical theater. Nicette Bruno also talks about her marriage to Paulo Goulart and says that her most memorable character was Dona Benta, from 'Sítio do Pica-pau Amarelo' (Yellow Woodpecker Farm). 127 Fabiana Cozza Episode 12725th September 2018 Chosen to star in a musical about the life of Dona Ivone Lara, Fabiana Cozza resigned from the role after her casting was challenged by influential voices in the Black movement, in the name of combating racism: 'I went to sleep Black, I woke up white'. 128 Kéfera Buchmann e Mariana Xavier Episode 12826th September 2018 Pedro Bial talks with Kéfera Buchmann and Mariana Xavier about the world of digital influencers and the dictatorship of beauty imposed on public figures. 129 Leonard Mlodinow Episode 12927th September 2018 Author Leonard Mlodinow, author of the bestseller "The Drunkard's Walk," participated in the "Conversa com Bial" program this Thursday, September 27th. A physicist by training and a science communicator by vocation, the American explained what elastic thinking is – the theme of his new book "Elastic – How Flexible Thinking Can Change Our Lives." 130 Nelson Motta, Sandra Pêra e Dhu Moraes Episode 13028th September 2018 Created to last only four months, the Dancing' Days nightclub entered the collective imagination of Rio de Janeiro, marked a generation of Cariocas (Rio de Janeiro residents), and even became the inspiration for a telenovela of the same name on TV Globo. More than four decades later, the famous disco's story is told in a musical. 131 Dexter, Baco Exu do Blues e Black Alien Episode 1311st October 2018 Rappers Dexter, Baco Exu do Blues, and Black Alien share their experiences of overcoming and falling out of depression: 'The cure is to live' 132 Dominique Wolton e Gerson Camarotti Episode 1322nd October 2018 Pedro Bial talks with sociologist Dominique Wolton about the current moment and the biggest challenges facing the Catholic Church. The journalist also chats with journalist Gerson Camarotti, who cultivates sources within the church, as well as in places where backroom deals and betrayals abound: the National Congress. 133 Diogo Vilela, Claudia Raia e Ney Latorraca Episode 1333rd October 2018 On the 30th anniversary of the premiere of 'TV Pirata', Diogo Vilela complains: 'Humor has lost its spontaneity'. Besides the actor, Claudia Raia and Ney Latorraca also commented on the success of the comedy show. 134 Fernanda Torres, Cora Rónai e Cássio Loredano Episode 1344th October 2018 Fernanda Torres, Cora Rónai, and Cássio Loredano also participated in a discussion about the work of the cartoonist Millôr Fernandes. 135 Sérgio Britto Episode 1355th October 2018 Sérgio Britto explains the longevity of Titãs: 'The best idea always prevailed'. On 'Conversa com Bial', the rock band shows why it's still successful. 136 Adriana Calcanhotto Episode 1368th October 2018 Adriana Calcanhotto sings her hits and talks about the process of setting poems to music on this Monday's program. Throughout her 28-year career, the singer from Rio Grande do Sul has transformed dozens of poems by famous poets such as Ferreira Gullar, Antonio Cicero, and Waly Salomão into songs. 137 Andor Stern Episode 1379th October 2018 Pedro Bial interviews Andor Stern, a Brazilian survivor of several concentration camps, including Auschwitz. The conversation included historian and biographer Davi Pierin, and mini-documentaries with other survivors, such as Nanette Blitz Konig and Tom Venatianer – who was also in the audience. 138 Marcelo Adnet Episode 13810th October 2018 One of the biggest names in the current generation of Brazilian humor, Marcelo Adnet gave a truly outstanding performance in the "Candidates' Tutorials" series for the newspaper "O Globo". A guest on Conversa com Bial this Wednesday, October 10th, the actor was surprised to receive a standing ovation from the audience present in the program's studio. 139 Gay Talese Episode 13911th October 2018 Legendary journalist Gay Talese says he too has been a victim of fake news. The American journalist discussed the theme of his upcoming book on the show 'Conversa com Bial'. 140 Daniel Episode 14012th October 2018 Daniel reveals a project he stopped doing with his former partner João Paulo. The country singer was on 'Conversa com Bial' this Friday, October 12th. 141 Nei Lopes, Hugo Sukma e Luiz Antônio Simas Episode 14115th October 2018 The samba musician, encyclopedist, novelist, poet, and essayist Nei Lopes discussed part of his work from his 46-year career. Other guests on the program, journalist Hugo Sukman and historian Luiz Antônio Simas, advocate for a place in the Brazilian Academy of Letters for the writer! 142 Maria Camargo, Amora Mautner e Hermila Guedes Episode 14216th October 2018 Maria Camargo, Amora Mautner, and Hermila Guedes discuss the series 'Assédio' (Harassment), inspired by the case of Roger Abdelmassih, convicted of sexual abuse. Pedro Bial also talks with two of the doctor's victims, Ivani Serebenic and Helena Leardini. 143 Luana Piovani e Pedro Scooby Episode 14317th October 2018 Together for almost eight years, Luana Piovani and Pedro Scooby had a "relationship discussion" on the Conversa com Bial show. Parents of three children, they talked about how they manage the demanding routine of married life and reminisced about the beginning of their relationship. 144 Ai Weiwei Episode 14418th October 2018 Architectural designer, visual artist, and painter Ai Weiwei, who was imprisoned and banned from leaving China for four years, recalled that, as a child, he helped his father burn several books out of fear of the local government during the Cultural Revolution. The artist is inaugurating, in São Paulo, the largest exhibition ever held on his work, curated by Marcello Dantas. 145 Ritchie e Lynn Court Episode 14519th October 2018 Pedro Bial interviewed singer-songwriter Ritchie and his daughter, Lynn Court. Learn the story behind 'Menina Veneno' (Poison Girl). 146 Arthur Nestrovski Episode 14622nd October 2018 Arthur Nestrovski explains the restoration process of Villa-Lobos' musical scores and discusses the work of the Brazilian musician on 'Conversa com Bial'. 147 Luiz Bolognesi e Aparecida Vilaça Episode 14723rd October 2018 Luiz Bolognesi, director of the documentary "Ex-Pajé," discussed the cultural drama experienced by the Paiter Suruí tribe during the "Conversa com Bial" program this Tuesday, October 23rd, alongside anthropologist Aparecida Vilaça – author of the book "Paletó e Eu." The film and the book address the same theme: the exposure of indigenous people from various Brazilian villages to the actions of Christian missionaries. 148 Ingrid Guimarães e Berta Loran Episode 14824th October 2018 Ingrid Guimarães talks about the series "Viver do Riso" (Living from Laughter), a project featuring emblematic representatives of humor from various generations, which premieres on Saturday night, October 27th, on the Viva channel. In addition to the actress, Pedro Bial talks with Berta Loran, one of Ingrid's female role models in the art of making people laugh. 149 Siddhartha Mukherjee, Ana Michelle Soares e Lygia da Veiga Pereira Episode 14925th October 2018 On Conversa com Bial this Thursday, October 25th, journalist Ana Michelle Soares and geneticist Lygia da Veiga Pereira discussed, on the show's stage, Pedro Bial's interview with Indian scientist Siddhartha Mukherjee - author of the bestseller "Cancer: The Emperor of All Maladies". 150 Hermeto Pascoal Episode 15026th October 2018 Pedro Bial talks with composer and multi-instrumentalist Hermeto Pascoal and, as a bonus, even got a song written on the hotel pamphlet where he was staying. 151 Francisco José Episode 15129th October 2018 Having worked in television for over 40 years, Francisco José has been present on all five continents, dived in the seven seas of the world, and has accumulated more than two thousand reports. In this Monday's 'Conversa', the journalist recalled the day he surrendered himself as a hostage to bank robbers in Recife to save a woman who was two months pregnant. 152 Paulo Rogério Nunes, Edu Lyra e Thamyra Thâmara Episode 15230th October 2018 Paulo Rogério Nunes, Edu Lyra, and Thamyra Thâmara were the guests on the program. They spoke about the creative economy and innovation through their projects in the peripheries. 153 Fábio Assunção e Mel Lisboa Episode 15331st October 2018 Pedro Bial welcomes actor Fábio Assunção, who reminisces about his role as Colonel Ramiro in "Onde Nascem os Fortes" and discusses his future directing career plans. Actress Mel Lisboa is also a guest on the show and recalls her performance in "Presença de Anita." The actors are currently starring in the play "Dogville," an adaptation of the film of the same name by Lars von Trier. 154 Gustavo Kuerten e Gabriel Medina Episode 1541st November 2018 The "Conversa com Bial" program featured two important figures in the history of Brazilian sports: former tennis player Gustavo Kuerten and surfer Gabriel Medina. The pair discussed their respective careers, the titles they won, and the importance of encouraging sports among new generations. 155 João Donato e Charles Gavin Episode 1552nd November 2018 At 84 years old, musician João Donato was the guest on Conversa com Bial this Friday. The pianist started playing at age 5, and his relationship with music only grew stronger over time. Charles Gavin, musician, presenter, and former member of the band Titãs, also graced the program, participating in the conversation. 156 Liniker, Jaloo e CTRL+N Episode 1565th November 2018 Conversa com Bial this Monday, November 5th, featured four artists who gained fans and followers worldwide through homemade music videos: Liniker, Jaloo, and the musical duo CTRL+N - formed by Nigel Anderson and Haroldo França. 157 Paula Ramón e Fernando Gabeira Episode 1576th November 2018 The "Conversa com Bial" program discussed the crisis in Venezuela. Venezuelan journalist Paula Ramón recounts what life is like for her mother, who still resides in her country of origin. Also on the program is journalist Fernando Gabeira, who analyzes the political situation in Venezuela and Brazil's role in receiving immigrants from the neighboring country. 158 Tony Ramos e Lilia Cabral Episode 1587th November 2018 Together, Tony Ramos and Lilia Cabral have more than 70 soap operas in their resumes. Cast to play the villains in "O Sétimo Guardião" (The Seventh Guardian), the actors give spoilers about the new primetime soap opera, reminisce about memorable TV roles, and comment on the future of Brazilian television drama on "Conversa com Bial" this Wednesday. 159 Monica de Bolle e Samuel Pessôa Episode 1598th November 2018 With 53 days to go before the start of the new government, Pedro Bial talks to Monica de Bolle, a renowned economist, and Samuel Pessôa, a researcher at the Getúlio Vargas Foundation, to understand the reasons for the Brazilian crisis and how Jair Bolsonaro and his team might solve the problem. 160 Gisele Bündchen Episode 1609th November 2018 Retired from the catwalk and considered the most famous model of all time, Gisele Bündchen - 38 years old, married and mother of two - is launching her biography: "Lessons - My Path to a More Meaningful Life". 161 Cacá Diegues Episode 16112th November 2018 One of the founders of Cinema Novo, Cacá Diegues has around 18 feature films to his credit. The director of "Xica da Silva" (1976), "Bye Bye Brasil" (1980) and "Orfeu" (1999) states that the national film industry has never been so productive and cites the more than 180 Brazilian titles released in 2018. 162 Frederico Pernambucano de Mello Episode 16213th November 2018 Frederico Pernambucano de Mello, a leading authority on Brazilian banditry, revealed the identity of Lampião's killer during the Conversa com Bial program this Tuesday, November 13th. Check it out! 163 Sérgio Reis Episode 16314th November 2018 A record holder for recorded albums, standing at 1.90m, brimming with talent and Brazilian spirit, it's no wonder everyone calls him by the augmentative: he's a truly great singer! On Conversa com Bial this Wednesday, November 14th, Sérgio Reis spoke with Pedro Bial about music and discussed his biography. 164 Mayanna Rodrigues, Clarice Falcão e Francisco Daudt Episode 16415th November 2018 The world of pornography with guests Mayanna Rodrigues, Clarice Falcão, and Francisco Daudt. 165 Paula Fernandes Episode 16516th November 2018 One of Brazil's most famous voices opens up about her personal life in a book and a song. On Conversa com Bial this Friday, November 16th, Paula Fernandes launches her book 'Pássaro de Fogo' (Firebird), her biography, and the song 'Me queimo sem você' (I Burn Without You), which will have its first performance on the show. In the presence of her mother, Dulce Souza, and the writer Sibelle Pedral, responsible for putting her story on paper. 166 Dr. Alexandre Kalache e Andréa Pachá Episode 16619th November 2018 On Monday, November 19th, Conversa com Bial welcomed gerontologist Dr. Alexandre Kalache and judge and writer Andréa Pachá to discuss the silent revolution of longevity. Andréa, author of the book "Velhos São Os Outros" (Old Age is for Others), stated that the launch of erectile dysfunction medication has had a huge impact on the relationships of people who have been married for over 40 years. 167 Zamaswazi Dlamini-Mandela e Sahm Venter Episode 16720th November 2018 On Black Awareness Day, the Conversa com Bial program on Tuesday, November 20th, remembered the life of Nelson Mandela – who would have turned 100 in 2018 if he were alive. A lawyer, rebel leader, president of South Africa from 1994 to 1999, and winner of the 1993 Nobel Peace Prize, he was imprisoned for 27 years due to racial segregation in his country. 168 Pabllo Vittar Episode 16821st November 2018 Launching her second album, Pabllo Vittar had a super fun chat on 'Conversa com Bial'. 169 Luiz Felipe Pondé e Carioca Episode 16922nd November 2018 Presented by Pedro Bial, this Thursday's episode of Conversa com Bial features philosopher Luiz Felipe Pondé and comedian Carioca. 170 Tony Tornado Episode 17023rd November 2018 During the "Conversa com Bial" program this Friday, November 23rd, Tony Tornado, 88 years old, recalled important moments in his career, such as winning first place in the national stage of the International Song Festival in 1970. 171 Fernando Schüler e Antônio Gois Episode 17126th November 2018 The discussion on Conversa com Bial this Monday, November 26th, was about the "School Without Political Parties" bill – a complex and controversial topic that evokes passionate reactions of both love and hate. The bill, currently being debated in the Chamber of Deputies, aims to prevent teachers from expressing ideological and political viewpoints in the classroom. 172 Sérgio Rubinato e Carlinhos Vergueiro Episode 17227th November 2018 Sérgio Rubinato and Carlinhos Vergueiro talk about their relationship with Adoniran Barbosa. Both are considered the sons Adoniran Barbosa never had. The documentary 'My Name is João Rubinato' will tell the life story of Adoniran Barbosa. Pedro Serrano directed the documentary and also released the short film 'May I Tell Your Story?', about Adoniran Barbosa, in 2017. 173 Jô Soares Episode 17328th November 2018 This Wednesday's episode of Conversa com Bial, November 28th, is extra special. The program welcomes Jô Soares, "the most beloved fat man in Brazil," in the words of Pedro Bial himself. The guest will be launching the second volume of his "Unauthorized Autobiography." 174 Reinaldo e Salgadinho Episode 17429th November 2018 Prince of Pagode, Reinaldo participated in Conversa com Bial this Thursday, November 29th. Alongside Salgadinho, the singer recalled the beginning of his career, the samba boom in the 90s, the prejudice of part of the industry against successful groups like Katinguelê, and spoke about his battle against lung cancer. 175 Eduardo Costa e Marcus Cirillo Episode 17530th November 2018 176 Jards Macalé Episode 1763rd December 2018 Once labeled a cursed figure, Jards Macalé is now recognized as a blessing to Brazilian music. On the show "Conversa com Bial," the author of a constantly evolving, powerful, and provocative body of work shared stories from his career, recalled his clashes with the music industry, and discussed the health problem that gave him a scare in early 2018. 177 Demétrio Magnoli, Maha Mamo e Robson Rodrigues Episode 1774th December 2018 The first of the 30 articles of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights states that "all human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights." This Tuesday's "Conversa com Bial" program featured sociologist Demétrio Magnoli, activist Maha Mamo, and Robson Rodrigues, a retired colonel of the Rio de Janeiro Military Police, to recap the reason, origin, and importance of the declaration… 178 Cauã Reymond e Rodrigo Minotauro Episode 1785th December 2018 Cauã Reymond is multifaceted. Few people know that in his teens the actor practiced Jiu-Jitsu and Judo and dreamed of becoming an athlete. Destiny led him to international catwalks and later, soap operas and miniseries. Conversa com Bial this Wednesday, December 5th, featured the actor and Rodrigo Minotauro, former athlete and current UFC ambassador. 179 Zeca Pagodinho Episode 1796th December 2018 Approaching his 60th birthday, Zeca Pagodinho appeared on Conversa com Bial where he spoke about his aversion to fame, reminisced about the beginning of his career, and shared curious stories from his life. For example, the chaos on his wedding day with Mônica Silva, his partner of 35 years. 180 Zahira Lieneke Mous e Amy Biank (João de Deus) Episode 1807th December 2018 On Friday, December 7th, the "Conversa com Bial" program gathered testimonies from women who sought spiritual treatment but felt sexually abused by the medium at Casa Dom Inácio de Loyola. The fear of possible "spiritual retaliation" contributed to most of the women remaining silent. 181 Eduardo Dussek Episode 18110th December 2018 Eduardo Dussek reminisced about stories and sang hits from his 40-year career on Conversa com Bial this Monday, December 10th. The actor, singer, composer, and pianist spoke, for example, about the "epidemic" of cocaine use in the artistic community during the 1980s and recounted what led him to stop using the drug. 182 Wesley Safadão e Gabriel Diniz Episode 18211th December 2018 Pedro Bial talks with singers Wesley Safadão and Gabriel Diniz. Safadão recounts how he succeeded in life with the help of his mother, creator of the group Garota Safada, where Wesley started out dancing. From dancing, he transitioned to vocals and became a sensation throughout Brazil. 183 General Augusto Heleno Episode 18312th December 2018 The future head of the Institutional Security Office, General Augusto Heleno, comments on the transition process of the Jair Bolsonaro government, discusses gun ownership, human rights, and criticizes the current Brazilian prison system. 184 Delfim Netto, Zuenir Ventura e César Benjamin Episode 18413th December 2018 On the 50th anniversary of AI-5, Pedro Bial interviewed three people whose lives were affected by the act. The only living person to have signed AI-5, former minister Delfim Netto, participated in a recorded interview. In the studio, journalist Zuenir Ventura and political scientist César Benjamin spoke about their experiences since the act came into effect, granting exceptional powers to the military. 185 Gilberto Gil, Caetano Veloso e Tom Zé Episode 18514th December 2018 Gilberto Gil, Caetano Veloso, and Tom Zé reunite with Bial to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the album 'Tropicália'. On the 'Conversa com Bial' stage, the singers reminisced about the defining moments they experienced during the Tropicalia movement and sang the greatest hits of that era.