Regina Spektor reflects on her transformative experiences over the past year, including her first-ever tours with The Strokes and Kings of Leon. Despite facing challenges like overwork, bronchitis, and being the only woman on tour, she appreciated the familial bond with Kings of Leon and the support from The Strokes. Audiences reacted variably to her music, with some embracing her unique sound and others responding rudely, which she found disheartening but navigated with resilience. Looking ahead, Spektor is excited to collaborate with new artists, find a supportive label, and start working on her next album.