Best Filminterview Podcasts (2024)

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Hybrid Collective's Susan Munro On the Art and Discipline Behind Editing Powerful Stories. 1:10:09

10h ago1:10:09

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Susan Munro (on the right) of Hybrid Collective and more recently of her sister company Session City, (seen above with co-founder Starr Session Varga, left) has consistently impressed me with her passion and dedication to the craft. As longtime friends who have worked together for over a decade, I've always admired her ability to blend technical ex…

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Director Lars Timmermann Mixes Whimsy, Wonder and Technical Prowess. 1:25:10

6h ago1:25:10

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Commercial director Lars Timmermann is a true master of his craft, blending technical prowess with a boundless creative spirit. From meticulously crafted stop-motion miniatures to collaborating with skilled puppeteers, Lars' work is a testament to the power of practical effects and handcrafted elements. I was struck by his unwavering commitment to …

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Summer quickie - aka How could I forget?! 1:31

4d ago1:31

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Genevieve's on her summer holibobs, so the usual trip down memory lane is paused for two weeks - but in the meantime, there's a fourth birthday to celebrate! ===== If you enjoy Celebrity Catch Up: Life After That Thing I Did, don't keep it to yourself! Please tell a friend or share a screenshot on social media (and tag me!) so others can discover a…

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One Piece Live-Action Season 2 Confirmed Updates from Eiichiro Oda 5:10

10h ago5:10

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One Piece weebs! In this episode, we’re breaking down the latest updates for Season 2 of the live-action adaptation. From new cast reveals and season 2 and possibly 3 predictions we’ve got you covered Join us for a quick dive into what’s next for the Straw Hat crew and stay ahead of the curve on all things One Piece!…

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Brentley Gore - aka California Dreams' Matt Garrison 1:11:22

1h ago1:11:22

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Brentley joins Genevieve to reminisce about starring in '90s US teen musical sitcom California Dreams. He reveals some of the famous faces he beat to land the role of Matt Garrison, talks about the enduring popularity of the show's songs and explains why he struggled to accept his role as a Saturday morning teen heart-throb. Brentley also discusses…

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Thoughts on Kaiju No. 8, Was it Overhyped? What’s next? The Formula to a Successful Anime 25:48

3d ago25:48

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On this pod Bake is joined by Franciso! Tune in this episode as we dive into our review of Kaiju No. 8 Season 1, exploring our favorite moments and characters of what some say is the best anime of 2024. We’ll also share our favorite anime picks and discuss what makes them special. Whether you're a fan of Kaiju No. 8 or just love great anime, this e…

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Trap Movie Reaction and Thoughts, M. Night Shyamalan’s Worst Decision? 5:35

17d ago5:35

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In this episode, we’re diving into Trap, the latest flick from M. Night Shyamalan. We’re unpacking all the twists, turns, and Shyamalan signature surprises that make this movie a wild ride. Whether you’re a fan of his mind-bending style or just curious about what’s up with this film, join us for a fun, laid-back discussion about what Trap has in st…

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House of The Dragon Season 2 Finale Reaction and Season Thoughts, What Was That?! 3:09

8d ago3:09

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Bake is back with his reaction and review of the House of the Dragon Season 2 finale. Join us you don’t want to miss out on this chill, in-depth chat about the latest episode!

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Tony Stark is Dr. Doom? Deadpool & Wolverine Review, and Future of the MCU 7:25

12d ago7:25

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In this episode Bake returns from his hiatus and dives into some of the most electrifying topics in Marvel fandom! First, we dive into the Tony Stark stepping into the role of Doctor Doom. How would this work? Does Stark’s genius and arrogance blend with Doom’s dark, mystical powers? Or does the Tony we know no longer exisit. Bake then shift gears …

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Valerie Landsburg - aka Fame legend Doris! 1:03:15

17d ago1:03:15

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Valerie joins Genevieve to reminisce about making the hit '80s TV show Fame. She talks about missing out on the original role of Doris in Alan Parker's Oscar-winning version, before landing the part on the small screen - and how the character's issues with body image reflected her own experience in real life. Valerie also chats about "Fame mania" t…

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Martin Kemp - aka Spandau Ballet's all-round entertainer and nice bloke 43:23

1M ago43:23

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Martin joins Genevieve to reminisce about the heady days of Spandau Ballet when the band was one of the biggest in the world during the 1980s. He chats about being banned by the BBC, his disasterous first meeting with David Bowie and reveals why he doesn't actually play on one the band's biggest hits, True. Martin also explains why he had mentally …

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Behind the Mix at Signature Sound: Insights from Audio Professionals on Their Collaborative Process. 1:34:52

27d ago1:34:52

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Audio industry veterans Dawn Redman, Larry Benjamin, and Tim Hoogenakker join me in a lively conversation at Signature Post. Dawn is the director of scheduling, where she oversees operations. Larry is a re-recording mixer who has worked on shows such as Ozark and is currently mixing Jason Bateman's upcoming series Black Rabbit. Tim is also a re-rec…

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Season 7 teaser - aka Guess who's coming to dinner? 1:10

2M ago1:10

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Series 7 of Celebrity Catch Up: Life After That Thing I Did begins next week! Another host of much-loved TV, film and music stars of the 1980s to 2000s, will be joining Genevieve to take you on a trip down memory lane and talk about how their lives unfolded after. Find out who the first guest will be and follow or subscribe now so you don't miss it…

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EP Scott Dodoro's Journey Launching Local Boy Productions. 1:24:39

2M ago1:24:39

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Executive Producer Scott Dodoro shares how his passion for film led to starting Local Boy Productions after over a decade working for another company. Local Boy, by the way, is a full service production company in Detroit, built for the future. He discusses building his roster of directors and tackling big projects for Buick, Cadillac and GMC> Goll…

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Paul Simon: Faith, Mortality & Music – with Alex Gibney 39:14

1M ago39:14

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In Restless Dreams: The Music of Paul Simon surveys the studio as Paul records his new album Seven Psalms while reflecting on his six-decade career and wrestling with the issues of faith and mortality. Joining Matthew Sherwood on Factual America is Oscar-winning director Alex Gibney, who discusses the impact Paul Simon had on American culture and m…

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AI Storytelling From An Early Adaptor's Point of View, Filmmaker Jon Finger, Part Two. 53:19

2M ago53:19

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The conclusion to my fascinating chat with Filmmaker Jon Finger, my guru of AI filmmaking tools, discusses their impact on the creative industries from the perspective of an early adopter. While acknowledging tools like image generation raise valid concerns, Jon believes AI can empower independent artists by lowering barriers to distribution. Jon s…

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Season 6 Best Bits - aka Favourites revisited 47:19

2M ago47:19

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Join Genevieve as she picks out some memorable celebrity guest moments from Season 6 of Celebrity Catch Up. Hear a rare interview with Peter Ostrum - better known as Charlie Bucket in Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory - as he reminisces about making the classic film with Gene Wilder. For TV lovers Blue Peter's Yvette Fielding, The Young Ones' N…

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Filmmaker Jon Finger Quells Our Fears Of AI Storytelling Tools. Part One. 59:13

2M ago59:13

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Jon Finger, my guru of AI filmmaking tools, discusses their impact on the creative industries from the perspective of an early adopter. While acknowledging tools like image generation raise valid concerns, Jon believes AI can empower independent artists by lowering barriers to distribution. Jon shares experiences experimenting with AI storytelling …

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Diane Strand's Creative Journey in Entertainment and Nonprofit Arts. 58:29

2M ago58:29

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Diane Strand owns JDS Video & Media Productions, a woman-majority owned business with over twenty-five years of expertise in video production and media marketing. Diane began her career in theater production before transitioning to prominent roles at The Walt Disney Company and Universal Studios, focusing on corporate video production known for cre…

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The 7M TikTok Dance Cult: Dancing for the Devil 48:12

2M ago48:12

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Dancing For The Devil: The 7M TikTok Cult explores the experiences of a group of prominent TikTok dancers who are trapped in a cult masquerading as a management company. In the process the film uncovers disturbing truths about the agenda of Robert Shinn, the cult’s founder and pastor of the Shekinah Church. Joining Matthew Sherwood on Factual Ameri…

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Behind the Balls: Comedy Director JJ Adler Talks Manscaped "The Boys'". 46:19

2M ago46:19

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Director JJ Adler of her own Ruckus Films, returns to talk about her award-winning spot for Manscaped that's all the buzz. "The Boys" is truly hilarious commercial that uses the same actors to portray our heroes and those hero's testicles. Forced perspective, shaving and more. Agency Pereira O'Dell has gobbled up the kudos with J.J. and they've got…

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Hitting the Mark: Stunt Driving Experts Olivia Summers and Dee Bryant. 1:10:09

2M ago1:10:09

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Retreat Curious? Schedule a call with me to see if our FIlmmaker Retreat is right for you. Wow, great time chatting with stunt drivers Olivia Summers and Dee Bryant. We talk about the precision required for their work - things like practicing hitting marks down to the inch. It was fascinating to hear how they rehearse big sequences. We keep it real…

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Directing in Japan: Navigating Cultural Differences with Director Ryan Christopher McGuire. 1:23:18

3M ago1:23:18

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Retreat Curious? Schedule a call with me to see if our FIlmmaker Retreat is right for you. Director Ryan Christopher McGuire has been based in Tokyo for over a decade, where he is also the Managing Director of Cutters Studios Tokyo. Ryan has a truly global perspective on the film industry thanks to his diverse career path. We discussed what ultimat…

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Comic Actor and Improvisational Wizard Pat Finn Plays To The Whistle. 1:36:59

4M ago1:36:59

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Improvisational genius/comic actor Pat Finn is on this very special episode! Pat and I have been collaborating together for almost 20 years making on Valley Toyota spots, and it's always a blast. Agency folks always like casting actors that can improv, but Pat is next level. And he happens to be the one of the top three nicest humans in Hollywood. …

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Relationship Hack – Ashley Madison: Sex, Lies & Scandal 34:42

4M ago34:42

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In 2002 the Ashley Madison website went live. It was a dating agency with a difference for its targets were people already in relationships. Inevitably, Ashley Madison was roundly criticised. The company’s CEO, however, stated that affairs actually helped marriages. In 2015, hackers broke into the website and published the names, addresses, credit …

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VLM's Veronica Lombardo Is More Than A Sales Rep, She's Guiding Creative Careers. 1:37:39

3M ago1:37:39

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Veronica Lombardo of VLM started her career as a below-the-line talent agent before establishing herself as an independent representative and manager. Veronica shares her perspective on representing directors and production companies, emphasizing the importance of collaboration, strategy and treating her clients as part of a team. She also offers v…

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From Real-Life Repo Man to International Filmmaker with Director Ed McCulloch. 1:21:34

3M ago1:21:34

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Commercial director Ed McCulloch shares his unconventional rise to becoming an internationally renowned filmmaker. Ed opens up about his journey of self-discovery through photography, and ambitious do-it-yourself approach to shooting 12 spec commercials that launched his successful global career spanning over 30 countries. Oh fun fact: Ed was a Rep…

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Jerry Springer - aka The Godfather of US talk shows | Anniversary re-release 1:00:24

4M ago1:00:24

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To mark the one-year anniversary of Jerry's passing, listen again to what turned out to be the last broadcast interview he recorded before he died a few weeks later on 27 April 2023. ===== Jerry joins Genevieve to reminisce about the beginnings of The Jerry Springer Show and how it became one of the most popular, outrageous and controversial talk s…

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Are You Filmmaker Retreat Curious? Plus My Passion Project Jumpstart Process. (Patent Pending). 16:13

4M ago16:13

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Curious if our Filmmaker Retreat Joshua Tree is right for you? Set up a free quick call with me, and perhaps I'll talk you out of it. Plus, I share how to get your passion project off the ground. It's pretty eazy actually. Just me babbling for 19 mintes. C'mon folks, time to level up, duct tape the monkey brain and keep making stuff. FLOW Use the l…

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Terrorism and Tragedy - An American Bombing: The Road to April 19th 1:00:30

4M ago1:00:30

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It’s April 19th 1995, the 220th anniversary of the start of the American War of Independence, and two years since the violent end of the Waco, Texas siege. In Oklahoma City, a disaffected army veteran named Timothy McVeigh leaves a truck outside the Alfred P Murrah Federal Building. Inside the truck is a bomb. At 9am, McVeigh lights the two minute …

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Emerging Filmmaker Emmanuel Afolabi And His Journey Defining His Voice. 1:19:33

4M ago1:19:33

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Filmmaker Emmanuel Afolabi joins the show for a wide-ranging discussion of his path from Nigeria to pursuing his filmmaking dreams. While relatively young, Emmanuel is very generous with his knowledge, hoping to help others as he himself grows. It was energizing to speak with someone so dedicated to their craft. Through determination and skill, he'…

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A Brief History of the Future: Making the World A Better Place 49:51

4M ago49:51

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Climate change, terrorism, social inequality and poverty, wars between nations, and injustice. Things do not look too good for the world today, and there seems to be little to no hope for the future. A Brief History of the Future, a new docu-series on PBS, challenges this pessimistic outlook. Directed by Andrew Morgan and presented by Ari Wallach, …

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Founder/Creative Director Vasanth Seshadri On Growing The Sunny Side Agency in Singapore. 1:04:41

4M ago1:04:41

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Vasanth Seshadri is the Founder, head honcho and Creative Director of the ad agency in Singapore called The Sunny Side. Vasanth shares his non-traditional path into the ad world, starting out as an engineer before catching the creative bug. We talked about his globetrotting career that took him from Singapore to New York and back again. Click here …

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Building a Directing Career with Seed Media Arts' EP Bradley Johnson and Filmmaker Matthew Underwood 1:10:12

4M ago1:10:12

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Wow! What a fun, productive talk with Bradley Johnson, Managing Director and EP at Seed Media Arts, and Seed Director Matthew Underwood. We discuss Matthew's spec spot for Chevy titled "Follow Your Own Road" - including the process of developing the script, shooting it on location in Utah, and editing it down from an initial long cut. Matthew's sta…

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Against All Enemies: US Veterans Fighting Their Own Country 49:11

5M ago49:11

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Why would US military veterans take up arms against the country they swore to protect? This is the question at the heart of Against All Enemies, a new documentary by Charlie Sadoff. In it, Charlie explores the role disaffected veterans played in the January 6th attack on the US Capitol. In order to better understand what happened on that day, he lo…

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Little Hands of Stone Founders Matt McCain & Michael Boychuk Are Crafting Memorable Ad Campaigns. 1:17:46

5M ago1:17:46

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Matt McCain and Michael Boychuk founded their Little Hands of Stone ad agency in 2019 after both having extensive careers working at other agencies and companies like Amazon. Matt and Michael worked together at the legendary Wong Doody in LA in the late 90s/early 2000s. The LHoS founders discuss their fun projects, unique creative process, and illu…

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God Save Texas: Life in the Land of Oil and Gas 49:27

5M ago49:27

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God Save Texas is a three-part docu-series inspired by Lawrence Wright’s book of the same name. In each episode, an acclaimed filmmaker explores the past, present, and future of the Lone Star State. Episode One is directed by Richard Linklater, Episode Three by Iliana Sosa. Episode Two is directed by Alex Stapleton, and she joins Matthew Sherwood t…

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Comedy Director Michael Ryan Fagan's Shares Funny Stories from Commercial Sets. 1:51:23

5M ago1:51:23

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Comedy Director Michael Ryan Fagan was in town, so we chat it up about directing comedy for ads... and we never stop. We discuss his career directing actor Vincent Pastore from The Sopranos, among others. We debate the pros and cons of using LED walls and other virtual production techniques in commercials. MRF shares some stories about creative sol…

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What Does Cinematographer Dustin Pearlman Like To Shoot Most? 1:47:21

5M ago1:47:21

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Cinematographer Dustin Pearlman stops by the podcast for a great chat. We met at the DGA trying to dispel myths to help up and coming directors, and we ended up chums. Dustin has shot for brands, agencies, promos, narrative and doc. I try to nail him down to what he likes best... Stay tuned. Check out his work by clicking his name or here. Thanks t…

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The NFL’s Greatest Dynasty: New England Patriots 58:28

5M ago58:28

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Between 2001-19, head coach Bill Belichick created one of the most successful dynasties ever seen in American football. Under his leadership, the New England Patriots won a record equalling six Super Bowl titles. Guided by quarterback Tom Brady, the team also set a host of other NFL records, including most wins over a ten year period, longest regul…

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Bo Barrett Goes From Acting In 300 Commercials To Directing Them. 1:27:51

5M ago1:27:51

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Commercial Director Bo Barrett shares his journey from acting in over 300 commercials to pursuing directing. He discusses how he learned on film sets by observing legendary directors. He dives into directing his first paid commercial for the brand Shorebirds and the positive response it received. Bo provides advice for other directors just starting…

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Amityville: Origins of the Horror Story 42:29

5M ago42:29

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On November 13th 1974, Ronald DeFeo shot his family dead in Amityville, New York. Not long after he was convicted of the killings, the Lutz family moved into the DeFeos’ former home. They did not stay long. After just 28 days, they fled, claiming to have been driven out by paranormal activity. The Lutz family’s experience formed the basis of The Am…

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Rozalla - aka Everybody's Free queen of rave 52:40

6M ago52:40

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Season 6 finale! '90s dance legend Rozalla joins Genevieve to reminisce about the success of her smash hit Everybody's Free (To Feel Good). She talks about her proud legacy of the song, foam parties, '90s fashion and reveals why Michael Jackson ran away from her on tour... Rozalla also talks about dancing with Al Pacino, training as a beauty therap…

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Investigating the Octopus Murders: An American Conspiracy 48:14

6M ago48:14

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The 1980s were a time of allegation and scandal in America. From the 1980 October Surprise, 1985-87 Iran-Contra Affair, and 1986-91 BCCI scandal, the decade seemed only to be going downhill. And in the midst of it all, the US Justice Department was accused of stealing PROMIS, a piece of software that could be used to create a programme that would a…

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From Surf Films To Major Commercials With Director Ross Haines. 1:20:07

6M ago1:20:07

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Filmmaker Ross Haines shares how his career making spots has grown and tells us about his short film "Around the Band". Ross got his start editing surf films in Hawaii, joined Beyoncé’s team for her HBO feature doc, Life Is But a Dream and helped launch DC Shoes' internal film department. We discuss "Around the Band," as a visual poem comprised of …

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Filmmaker Nema Vand: From Shah's of Sunset Star to VaynerMedia Spot Director. 43:56

7M ago43:56

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Part two, the exciting conclusion to my chat with Filmmaker Nema Vand. Presently, he is directing commercials at VaynerMedia and Eva Nosidam, the in-house production unit. A turning point came when Nema documented Mike Winkelmann's (Mr. Beeple) historic NFT sale, which gained him recognition as a storyteller and director. Now, Nema's goal is to dir…

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MMA’s Unbreakable Tatiana Suarez | Fighting for her Life in the UFC | Q&A with Cassius Corrigan 41:42

7M ago41:42

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Tatiana Suarez was born into poverty, endured a “tumultuous [and] traumatic childhood”, and at school chose to compete in a sport – wrestling – that led to her being relentlessly bullied. She overcame every obstacle that life and people put in front of her and became a champion. And not just once, but multiple times. Finally, the greatest prize of …

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Peter Ostrum - aka Charlie from Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory 38:59

6M ago38:59

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Peter joins Genevieve to reminisce about making classic movie Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory and his starring role as Charlie Bucket. He talks about working with Gene Wilder, the problem with everlasting gobstoppers, his burping double and the amazing legacy of the film. Pete explains why he decided to quit acting after making the movie and …

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VaynerMedia Commercial Director Nema Vand's Filmmaking Evolution from Commercials to TikTok to Features. 1:08:42

7M ago1:08:42

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Filmmaker Nema Vand has enjoyed an eclectic career in entertainment, from being an extra on David Fincher's set, to starting his own casting company to presently directing commercials at VaynerMedia and Eva Nosidam, the in-house production unit. A turning point came when Nema documented Mike Winkelmann's (Mr. Beeple) historic NFT sale, which gained…

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Commercial Director Jason Cook Melds Motion Design And Directing. 1:35:54

7M ago1:35:54

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Commercial director Jason Cook is known for his design-driven approach and ability to concept visually striking commercials that effectively convey messaging. We discuss his formative directing gigs like spots for Toyota and Maytag, where he also served as creative director. He provides advice on working with actors and improv techniques. Cook also…

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