Best TIFF Long Podcasts (2024)

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Beneath The Act - Real, Raw & Unscripted | Josh Piterman - 826 57:26

31m ago57:26

57:26

In this episode, I'm having a chat with the incredibly talented Josh Piterman - or is he having a chat with me? Josh is Australia’s own renowned musical theatre star, best known for his powerful performances in shows like Phantom of the Opera and Les Misérables. This conversation goes far beyond the surface as we dive into the raw and vulnerable si…

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The Current Odds for the Best Picture Race w/ David Long! - ORC 8/14/24 1:28:49

5h ago1:28:49

1:28:49

What Is This Episode - Top of ShowIntroducing The Duke of Bettingham - David Long!.SUMMER GAMBLING PREVIEW - BEST PICTURE:Which Movie Has The Most Money On It Currently? - 2:43Define “Value Betting” - 4:55.The Current Betting Favorites:Dune 2 (+250) - 8:40(and a History Lesson in Just How Bizarre Dune’s Odds Are - 10:56)Sing Sing (+400) - 17:12Blit…

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E16 • Challenging The System • BÁLINT SZIMLER, dir. of ‘Lesson Learned’ at the Locarno Film Festival 49:33

1d ago49:33

49:33

Marcus speaks with Bálint Szimler about his feature film ‘Lesson Learned’, which just premiered at the Locarno Fim Festival. The discussion also touches on the films that most inspired him - 'Play' by Ruben Östlund and 'Family Nest' by Béla Tarr. Bálint dives in to the inspiration behind his film, and the challenges of the Hungarian educational sys…

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Best 80's Movie Mega-Bracket: Indie - Ep 2 1:07:10

3d ago1:07:10

1:07:10

Well after a week of TOUGH choices we have once again moved another 8 one step closer to the main bracket and the choices we have this week are NOT any easier. We are CROWNING a CHAMPION in this episode and figuring out which iconic 80's Indie Darling will feature on our main bracket... Mike is back hosting as Natalie, Scott, CP, Bryan, and Chris m…

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The Invisible Obvious | Tim Peck - 825 47:33

2d ago47:33

47:33

Tim Peck, a former member of Victoria Police, faced a severe decline in his mental health, leading him to contemplate suicide. Fortunately, Tim survived this dark period and has since dedicated his life to helping those with mental health conditions, particularly first responders. After leaving Victoria Police and undergoing his recovery, Tim worke…

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Clayton Davis on a Joker 2/Gaga Shocker, Awards Predicting, and Dropout's Amazingness 1:44:16

3d ago1:44:16

1:44:16

Make sure to read & listen to all of Clayton's work here:https://variety.com/author/clayton-davis/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/variety-awards-circuit/id1536666553What Is This Episode - Top of ShowIntroducing Clayton Davis of Variety!.The Oscars Hosting…Scene - 3:08The Oscars/Emmys/Tonys Awards Web of Crossovers - 13:10How the Emmys Vote; a…

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Freeballing It | Patrick Bonello - 824 58:02

4d ago58:02

58:02

Patrick Bonello is a self-confessed tech nerd, a creative, a Tai Chi teacher, an entrepreneur, an identical twin, a radio host, a lover of dorky knitted sweaters, and someone I have grown to dearly love bantering with due to his broad range of knowledge, interests and experience. So yeah, in a nutshell Patrick is a dead-set legend! Today we are 'fr…

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Edinburgh Festival Special: Jay Lafferty, Andrew Maxwell, Melanie Bracewell and Connor Burns 28:00

4d ago28:00

28:00

Des Clarke hosts Scotland's award-winning satirical news quiz.By BBC Radio Scotland

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NYFF62 Lineup Reactions, Affleck Hulkamania + a Trap Review HodgePodge - ORC 8/7/24 1:12:32

7d ago1:12:32

1:12:32

INTRO - Why this episode is most definitely a hodgepodge.AWARDS NEWS:Eugene & Dan Levy may host the Emmys with their Canadian Americana - 2:11Oscars Host Questions Continue as we bring up a 2nd Week’s worth of names - 4:11Janet Yang has earned her re-election, but has much work yet to do - 8:52BAFTAs New Kids Award + Rule Changes have us all consta…

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Understanding Men & Masculinity | Dr. Zac Seidler - 823 50:40

6d ago50:40

50:40

It's no secret that nationally and globally, there's a pressing need to advance men's mental health. Enter Dr. Zac Seidler, a Clinical Psychologist, Researcher, Global Director of Men’s Health Research at Movember, Senior Research Fellow with Orygen at the University of Melbourne, and a leading expert in men's mental health. In this episode, I delv…

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E15 • Writing Your Own Narrative • ELLIE FOUMBI , dir. of ‘Our Father the Devil’, Now on Criterion following the Venice Int. Film Festival 40:34

7d ago40:34

40:34

Today I speak with my friend and exceptional filmmaker Ellie Foumbi, about her Independent Spirt Award-nominated 'Our Father The Devil,' which is now on the Criterion Channel following a premiere at last year’s Venice International Film Festival. We also discuss the influence of Andrea Arnold’s film 'Red Road' (2006) on her work. We reminisce about…

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Best 80's Movie Mega-Bracket: Indie Film - Ep 1 1:56:22

9d ago1:56:22

1:56:22

We are BACK! After taking some time to appreciate the amazingness that is Weird Al Yankovic, we are back diving into our Best 80's Movie Bracket and we have a tough one the next couple weeks. We are diving into the indie portion of the bracket and for those saying "Well... I don't know..." you have heavy filmmakers like the Coen Brothers, Sam Raimi…

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Episode 184 - The Cool Kind of Ill 1:03:07

10d ago1:03:07

1:03:07

Sweden: Land of fjords, meatballs, and...murder? That's right, behind the Nordic charm lies a darker side. Join the BTC as we peel back the layers of this seemingly perfect country to reveal chilling true crime stories that will make you question everything you thought you knew about the Scandinavian dream. A special thanks to this week's guest hos…

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Whacked in the Head: The Latest Research on Concussion | Brett Jarosz - 822 1:21:13

9d ago1:21:13

1:21:13

As a fellow whacked-in-the-head-a-bit enthusiast and boxer, it's often metaphorically and literally on my mind when it comes to thinking about the impact of the impact to my noggin. By a stroke of sheer luck, I happen to have one of the world's BEST in my corner when it comes to treating and moving the needle on concussion management research, and …

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Boob Jobs, Nose Jobs & Accidental Careers | Harps & Tiff - 821 43:45

11d ago43:45

43:45

Looks like I'm not up for a boob job any time soon, nor is Harps for a nose job... But we do have a light-hearted banter around the impact of one's appearance (be it fake cans, loud haircuts, or simply funky clothes). Wrapping up on that topic we move on to a chat about how we've seemingly fallen into accidental careers, and what lessons and skills…

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Elaine Malcolmson, Stuart Mitchell, Krystal Evans and Ray Bradshaw 28:03

11d ago28:03

28:03

Des Clarke hosts Scotland's award-winning satirical news quiz. This week, the teams take on the latest from the Olympics, the chancellor's spending audit, the Conservative leadership race, and why we’re so good at debating. An Eco-Audio certified ProductionBy BBC Radio Scotland

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Alien Covenant 2017 Review - Mike, Mike, and Alien ReWatch p.6 - ep 466 1:09:27

11d ago1:09:27

1:09:27

What Is This Episode - Top of Show.MIKE, MIKE, AND ALIEN, PART 6: COVENANT 2017:.Non-spoiler Review:Creating Creation - 2:27Bizarre Writing Backgrounds - 5:55Reception/Our Viewing Experiences - 9:47The Big Budget Horror Curse - 15:03“If Everything Splatters, Nothing Matters”/Performances - 19:34In Space, No One Can Hear You Set a Scene (Best Produc…

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The Tactical Yogi Combating PTSD | Rosie Skene - 820 46:49

13d ago46:49

46:49

Rosie Skene has transformed yoga into a powerful tool for combating PTSD. For those unfamiliar with somatic and body work, it might sound too simple, but sometimes the simplest solutions are the most effective. As a retired NSW Police Officer with 12 years of service and married to an ADF Soldier, Rosie has a profound understanding of the unique st…

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A Comic-Con Stunner as Marvel Brings Back RDJ + The Oscars Host Vacancy - ORC 7/30/24 1:12:28

13d ago1:12:28

1:12:28

INTRO - At least our schedules were open for THIS CRAZY BARRAGE OF MOVIE NEWS!OSCARS HOST NEWS:1:20 - Jimmy Kimmel then John Mulaney both turn down the job, and we wonder why.4:33 - So who hosts??!! And it’s a huge list of names in play to go over.SAN DIEGO COMIC CON ‘24: Hall H Marvel Presentations17:39 - Robert Downey Jr’s return as Doctor Doom, …

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E14 • The Power of the Underdog • NIKHIL NAGESH BHAT , dir. of ‘Kill’, Now in Theaters following TIFF + Tribeca 36:15

14d ago36:15

36:15

Today I speak with Mumbai-based director Nikhil Nagesh Bhat about his kick-ass action film ‘Kill’, which premiered at TIFF last year and is now globally distributed by Lionsgate. We discuss Nikhil’s journey into the film industry, from watching Indian action films on television as a child, and his love for James Cameron’s ‘Aliens’. He shares his ex…

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Boozy One Offs: Settling Some Marital Tiffs! 1:08:41

15d ago1:08:41

1:08:41

After 8 weeks are arguing about Weird Al... it's time to settle some of the mundane arguments we have every day. We have gathered a group of experts to weigh in on some of these arguements such as: Is it Sock Shoe Sock Shoe or Sock Sock Shoe Shoe? Is toilet paper put on a roll over or under? Would your rather be able to teleport or time travel? DO …

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All Heart | Simon Keith - 819 39:43

16d ago39:43

39:43

He's all heart alright! Simon Keith had his first heart transplant in 1986 at age 21, and from there was the first athlete in the world to play a professional sport post-heart transplant. 38 years, another heart transplant, and a kidney transplant, Simon has smashed down the barriers of expectations and excuses. He's fearless grab-life-by-the-balls…

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Deadpool & Wolverine - Like An MCU Prayer - ep 465 1:17:34

17d ago1:17:34

1:17:34

What is This Episode? - Top of Show.DEADPOOL & WOLVERINE REVIEW:.Spoiler-Free Review:Reception/Scores/Viewings/Box Office - 2:15Shawn Levy and Ryan Reynolds and What Was MCU Plan B?? - 10:20NOMINATE. HUGH. DAMMIT… - 23:38…And an Academy Question - 26:00Technical Categories - 30:51How Many Noms? - 34:17.SPOILER WARNING - 39:20.Spoiler-Filled Review:…

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How Long Have We Got Left? | Craig Harper - 818 54:47

18d ago54:47

54:47

If your life is an 11-inch ruler, how many of those inches are left? Today Harps and I are talking about the time we have left between right now and the moment our now is over for good. When we take a moment to reflect on this it offers some perspective on how we might optimise the time we have left... Is our health span a priority and can we maxim…

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Felicity Ward, Mark Nelson, Kathleen Hughes and Chris Forbes 28:02

18d ago28:02

28:02

Des Clarke hosts Scotland's award-winning satirical news quiz. This week, the teams take on the latest in the American Presidential campaign, an interesting study about chimpanzees and a special guest joins them to talk about Andy Murray retiring. An Eco-Audio certified ProductionBy BBC Radio Scotland

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Episode 183 - Why You Always Lying? 1:36:18

20d ago1:36:18

1:36:18

Sick of serial killers? Join the BTC for a deep dive into the dark world of deception. We're untangling the web of lies in two of the most horrifying hoaxes ever concocted. From fake kidnappings to manufactured massacres, prepare to be shocked, appalled, and maybe a little bit entertained. A special thanks to this week's guest host, Rachel Bauman! …

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Two ADHD Gals Talkin' 'Bout Life | Sage Monkman - 817 1:13:34

21d ago1:13:34

1:13:34

In a number of ways, Sage Monkman and I are like two peas in a pod. We're "meso" girls, in PH360 epigenetic terms, which means we share a cluster of similarities in our physical and behavioral traits. We've each experienced our own versions of trauma throughout life, aligning us even more. And we're both diagnosed with ADHD, which sparked this very…

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TIFF & Venice Lineups Expand The Oscars Landscape - ORC 7/23/24 59:59

20d ago59:59

59:59

A TIFF 2024 RUNDOWN:1:47 - Previously Announced TIFF Premieres: We get the obligatory Family Guy reference out of the way. Then we discuss how Eden is about hot people on an island, why we need to be right about Nightbitch, and whether We Live In Time is more Brooklyn or Goldfinch.TIFF GALAS & SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS: 4:01 - Opening Night with Nutcra…

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E13 • Taking the Long Shots • ZHENGFAN YANG , dir. of ‘Stranger’, Grand Prix Winner at KVIFF 38:29

22d ago38:29

38:29

In this episode, I speak with Zhengfan Yang about his film 'Stranger’, which just won the Grand Prix prize in the Proxima Competition at Karlovy Vary. We also discuss his past cinema inspiration, ‘A One and a Two’, the 2000 film by Taiwanese filmmaker Edward Yang. Zhengfan talks about the challenges of shooting his film in 7 total shots, each in a …

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Best Weird Al Parody: Crowning A Champion! 56:17

23d ago56:17

56:17

2 months of arguing has brought us here... We have our top 8 songs and we have assembled our panel of Adam Speas, John , Avery, Jeremy, and Mike with Chris hosting... I'm going to run down the Elite 8... for that you need to review the Sweet and Salty 16 last week! Are you enjoying the show? www.patreon.com/ptebb Connect with us on Discord, Faceboo…

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Empowering Teenage Girls | Fiona Sanford - 816 54:51

24d ago54:51

54:51

In this episode, I sit down with the wonderful Fiona Sanford, CEO of The Flourish Journey, an organisation dedicated to empowering teenage girls across Victoria. We dive deep into Fiona's journey from a competitive gymnast to a leader in mental health education, discussing the transformative power of sport and the critical importance of mental heal…

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Prometheus 2012: JUST. PICK. A SIDE. - Mike, Mike, and Alien ReWatch p.5 - ep 464 1:04:46

25d ago1:04:46

1:04:46

What Is This Episode - Top of Show.MIKE, MIKE, AND ALIEN, PART 5: PROMETHEUS 2012:.Non-spoiler Review:Ridley is Ready for a Prequel - 2:09BladeRunner Type Prequel - 6:46Our Viewing Experiences - 11:45Script Thoughts - 16:10Performances - 18:05In Space, No One Can Hear You Set a Scene (Best Production Values) - 21:42.SPOILER WARNING - 26:25.Spoiler-…

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Accountability Buddies | Jem Fuller - 815 52:59

26d ago52:59

52:59

Unbeknownst to me upon diving into this chat, I was about to get drawn into an accountability buddy situation with Jem myself. As a result, we're embarking on the science-backed Pennebaker Method of Journaling as both of us had previously learned about via Andrew Huberman. I'm pretty excited actually, can't wait to share the experience with you in …

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Susan Riddell, Marc Jennings, Laura Davis and Don Biswas 28:02

25d ago28:02

28:02

Jay Lafferty hosts Scotland's award-winning satirical news quiz. This week, the teams tackle the King's Speech, the Republican National Convention, a new 'laughter law' and a dip in the River Seine. An Eco-Audio certified ProductionBy BBC Radio Scotland

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Emmy Noms, Twisters, Trailers, and Our Very Own Tyler Durden - ORC 7/18/24 1:20:30

25d ago1:20:30

1:20:30

INTRO: Let’s talk about how Mike is becoming Tyler Durden.MIKE, MIKE, AND EMMY: - We go show by show to recap and tally up all of the 76th Primetime Emmy Nominations, ending each section with some conversation on the snubs, the Vegas betting lines, plus a smattering of predictions, bets, and over/unders.3:49 - Tallies by Network5:55 - Comedy Series…

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E12 • The Importance of Not Knowing • PAOLO TIZÓN , dir. of ‘Night Has Come’, Special Jury Award + FIPRESCI Winner at KVIFF 44:28

27d ago44:28

44:28

This episode features Paolo Tizón and his documentary “Night Has Come”, which just won the Special Jury Award and the FIPRESCI (Critic) Award at the 58th Karlovy Vary International Film Festival. His main inspiration for the film: ‘Beau Travail’ (1999) by Claire Denis. We discuss cinematic techniques used in documentaries, the importance of not kno…

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F$%k Ya 'Prince Charming' Fairytale | Alisha Burns - 814 46:21

28d ago46:21

46:21

Prince Charming, huh? What a story we have been told and sold all this time. He'll come along and pick us out from the crowd. He'll sweep us off our feet and together we'll fall in love. He'll kneel before us with the biggest diamond you ever did see, and we'll say YES and have babies and all live happily ever after. Right? In MOST cases, hell no! …

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E11 • The Beauty of Change • IVANA GLORIA, dir. of ‘Chlorophyll’ at the Rome Film Fest + KVIFF 39:28

29d ago39:28

39:28

Ivana Gloria, the director of ‘Chlorophyll’, which World Premiered at the Rome International Film Festival, followed by a warm reception at Karlovy Vary, shares her journey and challenges as a filmmaker, having been heavily inspired by the 2018 Swedish film ‘Border’ from director Ali Abbasi. The conversation also revolves around Ivana’s film ‘Chlor…

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Best Weird Al Parody Episode 7: The Sweet and Salty 16! 50:07

30d ago50:07

50:07

We are here... 6 weeks are arguing and we have the 16 songs competing for the title of "Best Weird Al Parody". Chris is hosting as Jeremy, Mike, John, Avery & newcomer Adam Speas are making the picks! Your Sweet 16 Consists of: Eat It vs Another One Rides the Bus I Think I'm A Clone Now vs Like A Surgeon Smells Like Nirvana vs Yoda I Lost on Jeopar…

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Longlegs Review - How to say "I Get It" for 100 Minutes - Ep 463 1:00:55

1M ago1:00:55

1:00:55

What Is This Episode - Top of ShowLONGLEGS REVIEW.Non-spoiler Review:Specs/Review Scores - 2:20Critics and the Job of Overhyping - 7:16“The Scariest Film of the Decade?!” - 9:41The Weight of Innovation + A Procedural Plea - 16:00Performances - 20:57Production Values - 25:57Oscars? - 28:12.SPOILER WARNING - 29:48.Spoiler-Filled Review:Nicky Legs - 3…

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The One Leg Wonder | Don Elgin - 813 47:07

1M ago47:07

47:07

Do you ever meet someone and immediately feel your energy soaring just from their presence and outlook? Tune into this chat, and you'll experience exactly that as you listen to Don Elgin. He's an Australian Paralympian, speaker, and author, and I absolutely adored soaking up his enthusiasm and insights. Born missing 'a little bit of leg,' Don didn'…

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Life, Stress, Burnout, Business & You | Bobby Cappuccio - 812 1:03:11

1M ago1:03:11

1:03:11

Ah, life. The only time we won't experience stress is when we're done and dusted. Stress is part of the contract, and it's actually a healthy and beneficial response to our environment. But since we were 'put together,' we humans and our environment have evolved (and continue to do so). Now, we are constantly switched on, plugged in, chasing lions …

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Susie McCabe, Hugo Rifkind, Jo Caulfield and Chris Thorburn 28:03

1M ago28:03

28:03

Des Clarke hosts Scotland's award-winning satirical news quiz. An Eco-Audio certified ProductionBy BBC Radio Scotland

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So You've Agreed to Sell Paramount... + Despicable Me 4/Maxxine Reviews! - ORC 7/12/24 1:12:13

1M ago1:12:13

1:12:13

What Is This Episode - Top of Show.CONTENDER TRAILERS:Gladiator 2 Trailer #1 - 2:49F1 Teaser #1 - 8:40The Substance Teaser #1 - 11:42Alien Romulus Feature - 14:44.FESTIVAL NEWS:Francis Ford Coppola Turns Motel Project Into Revenue - 18:00Emilia Perez Gets Oscar-y Release on Netflix - 19:01TIFF Announces 5 More World Premieres - 20:30We Live in Time…

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Episode 182 - No Tamagotchi 1:06:50

1M ago1:06:50

1:06:50

This week on the BTC, we explore the unnerving truth - sometimes, the monsters are the ones who tuck you in. Familicide: When family goes fatal. Buckle up, it's gonna be dark. A special thank you to this week's guest host Rachel Bauman! You can check out the Murder Road Trip podcast here! Research links below! Murderpedia - "Marilyn Lemak" The Pica…

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E10 • Sharpening a Film Into Success • NELICIA LOW, dir. of ‘Pierce’ - BEST DIRECTOR Winner at the Karlovy Vary Int. Film Festival 1:14:37

1M ago1:14:37

1:14:37

In this episode, filmmaker Nelicia Low discusses her film 'Pierce', which she just won the Best Director award for at Karlovy Vary. She talks about her past cinema inspirations which include Ang Lee’s ‘Lust, Caution’, and her experiences studying at Columbia University. The conversation highlights the value of editing and music in her film, her dir…

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Everyone Deserves Dignity & Respect at Work | Skye Charry - 811 51:05

1M ago51:05

51:05

Sexual harassment and sexual discrimination in the workplace sure seem like potentially murky topics to have a banter about on the show. Yet when I settled into this chat with Skye Charry, it became crystal clear that actually, it doesn't have to be at all. This, as you'll hear me note throughout the chat, proved to be every bit as enjoyable and li…

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Kinds of Kindness Review - Oscars Profile - When Piaget Met God - Ep 462 51:52

1M ago51:52

51:52

What Is This Episode - Top of ShowKINDS OF KINDNESS OSCARS PROFILE.Non-spoiler Review:Background/Reception/Review Scores - 2:08AlsoMike is Seeing Signs Everywhere/Viewing Experiences - 4:46Ranking the Anthology Stories - 9:30Performances - 13:28Sweet Dreams Have Meanings, See? - 20:00.SPOILER WARNING - 22:25.Spoiler-Filled Review:Speaking Biblicall…

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E9 • The Passage of Time • BRUNO ANKOVIĆ, dir. of ‘Celebration’ at the Karlovy Vary Int. Film Festival 53:00

1M ago53:00

53:00

On today’s episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Bruno Anković about his new film ‘Celebration’, which premiered at this years Karlovy Vary International Film Festival in the Crystal Globe competition. We dive into the themes and storytelling techniques used in ‘Celebration’, which explores the cyclical nature of history and the challenges o…

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Best Weird Al Parody Episode 6: Finalizing the Sweet & Salty 16! 48:49

1M ago48:49

48:49

We are making the final pick in the round of 32 and will determine which songs make the Final 16! Chris is hosting this mess as Avery, John, Mike, Chris Hollister, and Jeremy are making the picks and pissing people off. This episode features the following match ups: White & Nerdy vs Ode to a Superhero Trapped In A Drive-Thru vs The Saga Begins Head…

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