Best Den Of Geek Podcasts (2024)

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Film Stories episode 400 - The Terminator, and producer Gale Anne Hurd 1:17:15

2h ago1:17:15

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Episode 400! Crikey. And I'm thrilled to say that producer Gale Anne Hurd is helping with the celebrations, thanks to a huge chat about her life, her work, and The Terminator at 40. The first part of the episode, Simon goes through the story of The Terminator, and quite how its rights ended up so muddled going forward. But the bulk of episode 400 i…

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Strange Friends: Joshua Dairen 1:24:59

25m ago1:24:59

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In a new series of bonus episodes we're calling "Talking Strange: Strange Friends," host Aaron Sagers brings in some friends as a guest co-host where they answer live audience questions, goof off, and generally talk about a lot of random and spooky topics. For the first one of these, Aaron is joined by Joshua Dairen, a fellow spooky nerd and quite …

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Twisters (2024), with director Lee Isaac Chung 34:56

32m ago34:56

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In a special episode of the Film Stories podcast, Simon is joined by director Lee Isaac Chung, as they discuss the brand new blockbuster movie, Twisters. Lee talks about how he got the job in the first place, and just what time contrainsts he was up against. Plus, the depth of the casting in the film, the scale of the movie, and his work with filmm…

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‘Oddity’ Director Damian McCarthy 38:50

1h ago38:50

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Writer/Director Damian Mc Carthy joins the show to talk about his supremely spooky — and fun — supernatural retribution horror movie ‘Oddity’ about possessed possessions and a creepy AF ‘Wooden Man’ creature. The film has been getting a lot of buzz — winning awards at South By Southwest and The Overlook Film Festival — and opens July 19 in theaters…

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230: Mads Pleman Rossau Made 2000 Videos 46:07

9h ago46:07

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In episode 230 of Gratitude Geek, we explore the transformative journey of mastering communication through the lens of creating over 2,000 videos. Mads Pleman Rossau shares insights gained from evolving his communication skills, overcoming initial self-image struggles, and refining content creation from scripted to natural. Discover practical tips …

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Never Say Never Again (1983) and Analyze This (1999) 55:33

3h ago55:33

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Sean Connery had vowed he was never going to return as James Bond after 1971's Diamonds Are Forever. Meanwhile, a man called Kevin McClory had agreed not to exercise his screen rights to the story of Thunderball until 1975. Yet the highest profile 'unofficial' Bond project would bring them both together, as Never Say Never Again did battle with the…

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Lumina with Writer/Director Gino McKoy 22:16

1d ago22:16

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‘Lumina’ just had its premiere at the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences in Los Angeles, California. The sci-fi flick by writer/director Gino McKoy explores what would happen to the loved ones of individuals who were abducted by aliens. Joining McKoy are actor Ken Lawson and producer David Seychell, who spoke to Aaron about the project! ________…

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In conversation with Neil Jordan 1:01:40

1d ago1:01:40

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In this very special episode of Film Stories, Neil Jordan is the guest, talking about his brand new memoir, Amnesiac, along with tales of his movie life. He and Simon chat about movies as varied as Angel, The Crying Game, Michael Collins, High Spirits, We're No Angels and Mona Lisa, in a far-reaching chat. Plus: Neil Jordan talks through approachin…

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uxcon special: Designing for Complex UIs and Measuring UX with Vitaly Friedman┃#40 29:52

3d ago29:52

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Tina interviews Vitaly, a UX Leader, speaker, and co-founder of Smashing Magazine. Vitaly will host a full-day workshop on designing complex UIs on September 18th, the warm-up day for uxcon vienna 2024, followed by a talk on measuring UX and design impact on September 19th. Their discussion covers aspects of user experience, choosing the right desi…

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229: Kim Ades Asks What's Your Why Not? 48:48

4d ago48:48

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Discover insights on emotional resilience, genuine desires, and leadership growth from this engaging discussion with Kim Ades. Explore valuable strategies for personal and professional success. Kim Ades is the Founder of Frame of Mind Coaching™. Recognized as a pioneer in the field of leadership coaching and thought mastery, Kim uses her unique phi…

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Babylon (2022) and Everybody's Talking About Jamie (2021) 55:49

15d ago55:49

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Damien Chazelle first started seriously considering a film about old Hollywood back in 2009, long before he made La La Land. And even when the writer/director had channelled his energies into that film, he still had Babylon in mind: a hugely ambitious, expensive, three hour film that needed an R-rating! In the case of Everybody's Talking About Jami…

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In conversation with Baroness Beeban Kidron 1:03:58

8d ago1:03:58

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In a very special episode of Film Stories, Baroness Beeban Kidron joins Simon for a chat about her career, her films, and her move to politics. They go from her early film Carry Greenham Home, from being one of the first British women to direct a movie with Vroom. Then a big turning point: Oranges Are Not The Only Fruit, an acclaimed adaptation of …

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Inside the Haunted Mansion & Spooky Explorers Club w/ Jason Surrell 1:05:40

10d ago1:05:40

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This episode we revisit an earlier talk with Jason Surrell, author, screenwriter, and the former Imagineer behind the book The Haunted Mansion: Imagineering a Disney Classic. Jason joins the show to discuss the secrets behind the famed and beloved Haunted Mansion attraction. Also, this episode ties into the Spooky Explorers Club. This September 26-…

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Christine Michaelis talks Choosing Happiness 52:27

11d ago52:27

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Learn how to find happiness from communications expert Christine Michaelis in episode 228 of the Gratitude Geek podcast. Discover how life challenges can lead to personal growth and gratitude, and get tips for fostering positivity daily. Tune in for discussions on happiness and meaningful connections. Christine Michaelis is the founder of the Creat…

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RoboCop 3 (1993) and Boxing Helena (1993) 1:00:53

12d ago1:00:53

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Two movies from 1993 and the stories behind them here: both of which had their fair share of off-set drama. RoboCop 3 was supposed to be quickly followed by RoboCop 4, yet financial problems with parent company Orion Pictures led to a change of plan - not least when Orion went bankrupt. In the midst of this was an idea to make a RoboCop film with a…

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Danny Robins Talks 'Uncanny' 51:01

15d ago51:01

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Danny Robins created a smash hit with his Uncanny podcast in the UK, and is now bringing his exploration of the paranormal to the United States with the fourth season, and his Apple TV and BBC Select television series. More about Danny Robins For four seasons, journalist, writer, broadcaster and ghost host Danny Robins has explored the paranormal w…

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uxcon special: The Power of Collaborative Research | Feyikemi Akinwolemiwa | #39 15:09

17d ago15:09

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Feyikemi, a senior user researcher and strategist, joins host Tina to discuss her upcoming talk at uxcon vienna titled "Co creation, the power of collaborative research among niche user groups." Feyikemi shares her journey from architecture to user research, discussing how she connects with specialized user groups through empathy and collaboration.…

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227: Ben Oofana talks Emotional Healing & Native Wisdom 52:59

18d ago52:59

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In "Emotional Healing & Native Wisdom," Ben Oofana talks about his journey of learning from Native American and Indigenous cultures. Hear how he trained with a Kiowa doctor and a spiritual healer named Horus, which changed his life. Ben shares stories about his time with Horus , the power of gratitude, and the bravery of Native American chiefs. Ben…

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Beetlejuice (1988) and Rye Lane (2023) 56:11

23d ago56:11

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When Tim Burton's first film, Pee Wee's Big Adventure, proved a surprise hit for Warner Bros, the studio was keen to get a second picture off him. Yet Burton wasn't enamoured with the scripts he was being offered - until an unusual one landed on his desk. Just lacking a bit of an ending. Enter: Beetlejuice. Rye Lane was a much smaller production, a…

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Mitch Horowitz's Alien Encounters 55:37

24d ago55:37

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Author Mitch Horowitz discusses his new experiencer and data driven show Alien Encounters: Fact or Fiction, which premieres Weds, June 19, 10 p.m. ET/PT on Discovery and MAX. More about the show: Mitch Horowitz is a seasoned author (Occult America, The Miracle Club) and lecturer with a passion for unearthing the hidden truths of our universe. He’s …

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226: Daniel Den talks Influence Paradigms 1:00:37

1M ago1:00:37

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In this episode 226 of Gratitude Geek, I sit down with author and marketing expert Daniel Den to explore the transformative power of testimonials and strategic marketing. We dive into how a unique message can break through the noise and the importance of understanding and reaching your dream customers. Join us as we discuss gratitude, effective adv…

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The Bikeriders (2023), with writer/director Jeff Nichols 40:56

1M ago40:56

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Originally set to be released by Disney in 2023, Jeff Nichols' new film - The Bikeriders - was dropped by the studio at the last minute, before finally landing a new home with Focus Features and Universal. Nichols joins us for a special podcast to discuss the film, with the conversation also taking in Take Shelter, Michael Shannon, and making a mov…

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Rhys Darby Returns! 48:14

29d ago48:14

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Actor, comedian, and podcaster Rhys Darby returns to the show to talk about new episodes of The Cryptid Factor show, and all things monstrous and extraterrestrial — as well as the significance of his show Our Flag Means Death, which ended far too soon. You know Rhys Darby from Flight of the Conchords, the Jumanji reboots. the What We Do in the Shad…

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uxcon special: Human Connection in a World of AI | Katy Mogal | #38 24:50

1M ago24:50

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Katy Mogal, an expert in design and research, joins Tina to discuss her upcoming talk at uxcon vienna 2024. Scheduled for September 20, Katy, alongside her colleague Markos Grohmann, will explore the theme "Designing for Connection in a World of AI: Love-Bots, Googly-Eyed Roombas, and the UX Quandary of Anthropomorphic Products." They delve into th…

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225: Kurt Uhlir Assumes Positive Intent 53:16

1M ago53:16

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Kurt Uhlir is known as the "king of scaling" and helped thousands of people create a life they love through high-achieving servant leadership. He has built and run early-stage companies as well as those over $500M annual revenue, assembled teams across six continents, an IPO ($880M), and multiple acquisitions. Kurt am the lead inventor of disruptiv…

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Morbius (2022) and The Gift (2015) 59:07

1M ago59:07

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On the one hand in this episode, we've got a comic book movie that should in theory have launched further films. 2022's Morbius was designed to follow Venom into Sony's universe of Spider-Man spin-off characters. Yet so keen was the studio to join it up to the ongoing Spider-Man films, that problems ensued. And Jared Leto, in the lead role, was goi…

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In conversation with Ishana Night Shyamalan 34:46

2M ago34:46

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After enjoying success with the TV series Servant, for which she wrote and directed several episodes, Ishana Night Shyamalan was on the lookout for a story to turn into her feature directorial debut. The tale she found involved a pet store, a creepy forest, a trip to Ireland and some people watching. And in this Film Stories podcast special, she te…

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Karen Gillan Talks ‘Late Bloomers’ & ‘Oculus’ 26:13

1M ago26:13

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Karen Gillan joins the show to talk about her new comedy film Late Bloomers, in theaters June 7 — as well as spooky Scottish stories, and the 10th anniversary of her film Oculus, directed by Mike Flanagan. Gillan went from Doctor Who fame to franchise movie star with roles in Guardians of the Galaxy, Jumanji, and Gunpowder Milkshake — as well as in…

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Ryan Derousseau: Turning Income into Wealth 52:39

1M ago52:39

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In episode 224 of the Gratitude Geek podcast, financial adviser Ryan Derousseau shares his journey from journalist to financial advisor for therapists, private practitioners, and the self-employed. He emphasizes the importance of financial education for children, discusses the benefits of fee-only advising, and offers insights into investment strat…

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1917 (2019) and The Girl On The Train (2016) 58:07

2M ago58:07

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Sam Mendes didn't want to make another James Bond film after completing 2015's Spectre. As we discover in this episode, he had another film lined up that he backed away form. He decided to gamble on 1917, a movie that he had a plan to shoot in a really rather unconventional way. When Gone Girl hit, meanwhile, Hollywood went looking for more books t…

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uxcon special: Deep Listening with Indi Young | #37 40:26

2M ago40:26

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Meet Indi Young, a renowned UX expert, as she joins host Tina Ličková to share details about her upcoming full-day workshop on "Listening Deeply." Indi will discuss her workshop's focus on deep listening and understanding user cognition, offering practical techniques to uncover users' underlying thoughts and emotions through non-directed interviews…

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223: Robert Brill on Solving the Advertising Problem 49:18

2M ago49:18

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In episode 223 of Gratitude Geek, "Robert Brill on Solving the Advertising Problem," Robert Brill, a 20-year advertising industry veteran and CEO of Brill Media, discusses the distinction between advertising and marketing, the importance of storytelling in building a brand, and the significance of understanding one's audience and product-market fit…

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Indiana Jones And The Dial Of Destiny (2023) and Roxanne (1987) 1:09:15

2M ago1:09:15

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After the release of 2008's Indiana Jones & The Kingdom Of The Crystal Skull, Harrison Ford declared that he'd be happy to make Indiana Jones 5, as long as it didn't take another 20 years. It wasn't that far off before we got Indiana Jones And The Dial Of Destiny. And in the interim, two of the three key creatives had changes roles. Steve Martin sh…

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Wild Turkey's Haunted Distillery 55:34

2M ago55:34

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As part of Amy Bruni's Strange Escapes paranormal tourism event in Louisville, Kentucky — to investigate Waverly Hills Sanatorium — Talking Strange host Aaron Sagers recorded a live episode with Courtney Clare, the Brand House Manager for Wild Turkey Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey. Courtney walks us through the history and spooky stories of Wild…

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222: Jennifer Wilkov Gets Your Book Published 1:03:08

2M ago1:03:08

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In episode 222 of Gratitude Geek podcast, "Jennifer Wilkov Gets Your Book Published," motivational speaker and bestselling author Jennifer Wilkov discusses her role as a book publishing consultant. She helps individuals write and publish bestselling novels, children's books, and book series. Wilkov uses various writing methods and emphasizes person…

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Dungeons And Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (2023) and The Phantom Of The Opera (2004) 1:01:55

2M ago1:01:55

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Two films in this episode that for different reasons needed a fair amount of time to come to the screen. Dungeons And Dragons: Honor Among Thieves didn't turn up until 2023, yet for many years, there was a rights battle over which studio could make a D&D movie. Even when the rights were sorted, challenges still lay ahead. With The Phantom Of The Op…

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