Best Jaydon Podcasts (2024)

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Episode #113 | Matt Formston & Daniel Fenech 48:10

12h ago48:10

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In this episode I’m joined by The Blind Sea writer, director and editor Daniel Fenech, and the film’s main man, Matt Formston.The Blind Sea follows Matt on his quest for sporting greatness to new heights, setting a new Guinness World Record for the largest wave surfed by a vision impaired male.Matt is a four time para surfing World Champion, former…

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The Organist Filmmakers Andy Burkitt and Jack Braddy on Their Hilarious Cost of Organs Crisis Dark Comedy 56:08

1d ago56:08

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When tickets went on sale for Andy Burkitt and Jack Braddy's independent Australian feature film, The Organist, at the 2024 Melbourne International Film Festival (MIFF), the filmmakers managed a rare feat: they sold out their first two screenings, with a third screening quickly being scheduled. Receiving wide audience support for their world premie…

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Comedian Akmal Saleh on His Voice Acting Improv in 200% Wolf 18:47

2h ago18:47

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Akmal Saleh is one of Australia's finest stand up comedians having spent decades keeping Australians entertained through his observant and enjoyable brand of comedy. When not on the stage, Akmal can be heard on screen in an array of kids animated shows like The Wild Adventures of Blinky Bill, Tracey McBean, and the superb animated series 100% Wolf.…

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In a Violent Nature Director Chris Nash on His Pure Slasher Horror Experience 23:18

4h ago23:18

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In a Violent Nature is one of the most gruesome and gory horror films of the year. It's also a film that Nadine Whitney has called a pure slasher death trip. Director Chris Nash takes audiences on the slasher ride of the year, with his camera following the gnarly Johnny (Ry Barrett) as a silent brute slaughtering an array of college kids who possib…

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FROM THE VAULT: Sidney Moncrief 51:34

2h ago51:34

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FROM THE VAULT Sidney Moncrief is a Basketball Hall of Famer and a member of the legendary “Triplets” who led Arkansas to the 1978 Final Four. We start our conversation with the five-time NBA All-Star about what he’s most proud of in his career (3:25), what growing up in Arkansas was like and how he started playing basketball. We talk about how he …

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FROM THE VAULT: Joe Adams 52:31

2h ago52:31

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FROM THE VAULT Joe Adams’ football career could be summed up with one word: Electrifying. He returned five career punts for touchdowns—third in SEC history—won national awards and was a first-team All-American. But his time as a Razorback wouldn’t have happened without a last-minute change of heart. The signing day decision to play for his home-sta…

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FROM THE VAULT: Anthony Lucas 54:39

1h ago54:39

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FROM THE VAULT Anthony Lucas was ahead of his time. The talented receiver made big play after big play and rewrote the Arkansas record books in the late ‘90s. Those records would stand until the age of wide-open offense came to college football. And yet he still holds the career record for most 100-yard receiving games. He’s one of the greats. But …

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Afterwar Director Birgitte Stærmose Talks About the Nature of Truth in This Interview 37:47

3d ago37:47

37:47

Ruby O'Sullivan-Belfrage is a writer and critic who works and plays on unceded Wurundjeri land. In the wake of Afterwar’s screening at Sydney Film Festival, Ruby O’Sullivan-Belfrage spoke with director Birgitte Stærmose about the impact she hopes the film has, the nature of truth, and how truly annoying the question of genre can be. Afterwar screen…

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FROM THE VAULT: How Arkansas Joined the SEC 38:29

6d ago38:29

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FROM THE VAULT Over thirty years ago, something happened that would change the course of Arkansas athletics forever—the Razorbacks left the Southwest Conference for the SEC. It’s a move that has been a boon for the Razorbacks—not only did they join what’s become the best conference in collegiate athletics, but the financial benefits have allowed Ar…

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Stubbornly Here Director Taylor Broadley Talks About Disappearing Teens and Positive Nostalgia in This Interview 54:53

1M ago54:53

54:53

Taylor Broadley's feature debut film Stubbornly Here is a welcome blast of indie filmmaking inventiveness with the Perth-based filmmaker presenting a sci-fi-adjacent story about three teens who live in an apathetic society where teenagers sometimes vanish into thin air. Stubbornly Here speaks to the anxieties of the day, focusing on a generation of…

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255. Jaydon Hibbert: All About the Vibes 45:49

18d ago45:49

45:49

Jaydon Hibbert's resume speaks for itself—2x NCAA Champion, World Under 20 Triple Jump Record, Bowerman Trophy Award Winner & Olympic qualifier. And he's done it before turning 20. You'd think the global success at such a young age, track would consume him. But, the Jamaican native is all about keeping the vibes good. Known as (_.wunderkid_) on soc…

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254: Hunter Henry: The Roommates 58:18

25d ago58:18

58:18

In this special edition of The Hog Pod, we’ve partnered up with former Razorback football players, Austin Allen & Brooks Ellis, to bring you an exclusive interview with Mackey Award-winner, former Arkansas tight end & current New England Patriot, Hunter Henry. The former roommates talk about everything from Henry’s rise in the sport, their dynamic …

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253. Zvonimir Ivišić: Big Z 30:53

2M ago30:53

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Zvonimir Ivišić, aka Big Z, filled the first spot on Coach John Calipari's—following him from Kentucky. Growing up in Croatia, Zvonimir always loved basketball. His 7'2" height never kept him from becoming a well-rounded player. He played as a guard through most of high school before signing with an amateur league right out of school, catching the …

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Sydney Film Festival: 200% Wolf Director Alexs Stadermann and Star Ilai Swindells on Funny Farts in Films 39:32

2M ago39:32

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There's space in this Bluey obsessed world for two Aussie animated canine stories, with Alexs Stadermann's utterly delightful and wonderfully inventive series 100% Wolf following the exploits of one Freddy Lupin, a werewolf who turns into a puffy pink poodle when the moon comes out. Kicking off in 2019 with the bright and brilliant 100% Wolf which …

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Sydney Film Festival: Kid Snow Director Paul Goldman on the Allure of a Boxing Drama 23:18

1M ago23:18

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The boxing film subgenre gets an esteemed new entry in the form of Paul Goldman's Kid Snow. Set in the 1970s, Kid Snow follows Billy Howle as the titular character, a washed-up fighter who has one last shot at glory. Shot in the red dirt of WA, Kid Snow also features an impressive line-up of Aussie actors including Phoebe Tonkin, Hunter Page-Lochar…

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Sydney Film Festival - Flathead Director Jaydon Martin on Dismantling the Modern Australian Identity via the Docu-Fiction Experience 54:43

2M ago54:43

54:43

One of the finest films having its Australian premiere at the festival is Jaydon Martin's stunning feature debut film Flathead. This fiction-documentary hybrid film follows Cass Cumerford, a bloke near the end of his days who returns to Bundaberg, the region he grew up. Swaying into the town, he finds consolation and support with various religious …

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Sydney Film Festival: In Vitro Directors Will Howarth and Tom McKeith On Their Grounded Sci-Fi Film 20:21

1M ago20:21

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In Vitro is the highly anticipated follow-up from Will Howarth (Bombay Beach) and Tom McKeith (Beast, SFF 2016) after their debut feature Beast was nominated for Best First Feature at Toronto International Film Festival 2015. Starring the director Will Howarth, Ashley Zukerman (Fear Street) and Talia Zucker (Lake Mungo). On an isolated cattle farm,…

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Episode #112 | Jaydon Martin 57:45

2M ago57:45

57:45

Welcome to the Cinema Australia Podcast.I can’t even begin to tell you how much I enjoyed recording this episode with Flathead writer and director, Jaydon Martin. Originally, this was meant to be a written interview, but as soon as I began chatting with Jaydon, my instincts told me that he was about to share some insights into the making of Flathea…

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252. Will McEntire: Swiss Army Knife 33:22

2M ago33:22

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Will McEntire has been a staple in the Razorback bullpen for years. He's done it all: started, closing, relief work. Whatever the Hogs need to win the game he's willing to make it happen. The Arkansas native has been through a roller coaster of adversity during his career, from reworking his entire approach to the game after redshirting, to leading…

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Episode #111 | Travis Jeffery 1:14:16

2M ago1:14:16

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I’m very excited to present this very special interview with Travis Jeffery, one of my favourite Australian actors whose work I have admired for many years. Travis is best known for his roles in Gallipoli, Angelina Jolie’s Unbroken, Pirates Of The Caribbean, Danger Close, The Preacher, Frayed, Last King of the Cross, Heart Break High, and more rece…

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251. Hagen Smith: Strikeout King 34:05

2M ago34:05

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Hagen Smith is Arkansas' new all-time strikeout leader. But, his pitching prowess didn't happen by chance—for Smith, mediocrity has never been an option. He's had success throughout his career with the Hogs', but it has never been enough for him. After underperforming, in his eyes, last season he made it his goal to be the top pitcher in the countr…

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250. Mason Molina: A Missing Piece 40:50

3M ago40:50

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Mason Molina was one of the hottest commodities in the transfer portal in the offseason. With dozens of schools interested Arkansas made him a pitch he couldn't refuse. We sat down with the Texas Tech transfer to talk about his baseball journey and how he hopes to be the missing piece the Razorbacks need to go the distance. -------- The full video …

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249. Peyton Stovall: No Regrets 30:49

3M ago30:49

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Peyton Stovall is a name Arkansas fans were familiar with before he ever reached campus. He was a top high school prospect and projected to be a first-round pick in the MLB draft. Looking at a 7-figure signing bonus, he decided to forego it all and be a Razorback. Since, Stovall has had a career of highs and lows—from leading the team to Omaha to b…

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248. John Tyson: Luring Cal to Arkansas & Beyond 49:55

3M ago49:55

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Bo Mattingly sits down with the chairman of Tyson Foods, John Tyson, to discuss his role in bringing John Calipari to Arkansas, the landscape of NIL, and why he believes the Razorbacks have a chance to compete at the highest level in college sports. -------- The full video version of this episode, including behind-the-scenes stories and insights, i…

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Episode #110 | Bill Bennett 1:11:46

2M ago1:11:46

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My guest on this episode is Bill Bennett, the writer, director, and co-producer of The Way, My Way - a charming true story of Bill himself, and one of his many walks on the 800-kilometer-long Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route through Spain. The film is based on Bill’s best-selling memoir of the same name.Bill is one of Australia’s most experience…

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From Hilde, With Love Director Andreas Dresen on Beauty within a Dark Story 32:10

2M ago32:10

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The 2024 German Film Festival is currently underway across Australia with screenings taking place from 7 May to 5 June. The poster film for the festival is From Hilde, With Love, by director Andreas Dresen. In the following interview, Nadine Whitney and Andreas talk about his interest in telling the story of Hilde Coppi on screen. Hilde was a young…

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247. Maria José Marin: Swinging for New Heights 32:05

3M ago32:05

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Maria José Marin has exploded onto the collegiate golf scene during her freshman season at Arkansas—from setting a 54-hole record during her debut outing, to being ranked the No. 1 women's college golfer in the country. The 17-year-old Columbia native is somewhat of a golf prodigy. She picked up her first golf club at the age of 3 and was competing…

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Shape Director Roger Ungers Talks About Body Positivity in the Gay Community in This Interview 26:04

3M ago26:04

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Roger Ungers is a documentarian who continually presents a new perspective on the world around us. His 2020 documentary Finding Creativity saw him explore the complex nature of creativity, and in turn, he reflects on his own creativity. That personal touch is brought to his latest documentary, Shape. This is a film about physicality and the at time…

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246. Bri Ellis: Bri Bombin' 40:26

3M ago40:26

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Bri Ellis is a home run machine for the Razorback softball team. But, the Auburn transfer and former SEC Freshman of the Year had quite the journey to Arkansas. Growing up as a young girl in Texas, she dreamed of playing softball for Texas A&M, but sometimes dreams don't play out the way we intend. This episode takes Hog fans through Bri's journey …

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245. Hunter Yurachek: Landing Cal 40:10

4M ago40:10

40:10

Arkansas Razorback basketball has a new man in charge, John Calipari. But, behind every coaching hire, there is the Athletic Director who brought it home. Hunter Yurachek sat down with us to take hog fans through the entire process—from Muss’ departure, and initial meetings with Calipari, to introducing the Hall of Famer as Arkansas’ new head coach…

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244. John Calipari: New Man on Campus 34:18

4M ago34:18

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It's official. John Calipari is the head coach for the Arkansas Razorback men's basketball team. Bo sits down with the Hall of Famer to talk about his decision to leave Kentucky, what excites him about this program and what to expect next. -------- The full video version of this episode including behind-the-scenes stories and insights is available …

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Katherine Grace on Working with Friend Holly Dodd on the Horror Short Alison & Betty 35:00

4M ago35:00

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There's something in the water in Perth that leads to a creative movement from local filmmakers who push through microbudget limitations to tell engaging and inventive stories on screen. For emerging filmmakers Katherine Grace and Holly Dodd, that drive for creativity comes in the form of working together as actors and directors on a duo of short f…

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243. Isaac TeSlaa: Full Speed Ahead 29:39

4M ago29:39

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Razorback wide receiver Isaac TeSlaa lives and breathes football and is fueled by NFL dreams. But, his path toward that goal is a little different than most. He went from a high school quarterback to a wide receiver lighting up his DII program—throwing up numbers that caught the eyes of DI recruiters all over the country. After dozens of programs c…

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242. Scotty Thurman: Since the Shot 45:41

4M ago45:41

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Thirty years ago Scotty Thurman made the shot that sealed Arkansas basketball its National Championship. Thurman was a prolific high school and college basketball player. He was a freshman All-American, a 1,000-point scorer, and a 40-plus percent 3-point shooter. Despite his accolades and departing Arkansas a year early, he never played a game in t…

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241. Eric Mateos: Back in the Trenches 43:15

5M ago43:15

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Eric Mateos is the new man at the helm of the Razorbacks' offensive line. But, it's not his first time working under Sam Pittman at Arkansas. Ten years ago Mateos served under then-offensive line coach Sam Pittman as a grad assistant as he tried to break into division I football from the JUCO ranks. Since then it's been full speed ahead—coaching at…

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Episode #109 | Davo Hardy And Kieran Hudson 55:58

5M ago55:58

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My guests on this episode are The Switchblade Sisterhood writer, director, producer and cinematographer, Davo Hardy, and actor Kieran Hudson, who makes his feature film debut as lead actor in this film. Regular listeners of the Cinema Australia Podcast will know that Davo is no stranger here. This is Davo’s third time as a guest, and it’s always a …

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240. Chris Johnson: Taking Over A Dynasty 37:20

5M ago37:20

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Chris Johnson worked in the background as an assistant under Lance Harter for 12 years. He watched the legend rack up 7 National Titles as Head Coach. Now, Johnson is the head man for Arkansas women’s track and he’s already solidifying himself as the man for the job—winning the indoor national championship in his first season at the helm of the pro…

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The Road to Patagonia Director Matty Hannon Talks About Living with the Land in This Interview 20:55

5M ago20:55

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As a young man, Matty Hannon explored the world, sinking roots in the Southeast Asian region. Here, he made lifelong friends, became part of families, and fostered a connection with the land that was ultimately severed when he had to return home to Australia to kick off a 'career'. The towering metal structures that became the home for his monotono…

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239. Maddie Jones: A Balancing Act 32:21

5M ago32:21

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Hogs+ producer and host Tera Talmadge sat down with Razorback gymnast, Maddie Jones, to talk about her journey on The Hill and life outside the gym. From making the call to Arkansas herself as a young gymnast to becoming part of the digital staff for the Hogs football team, Maddie is pulling off a balancing act. -------- The full video version of t…

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238. Samara Spencer: A Constant Presence 34:19

5M ago34:19

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Samara Spencer has been a constant presence during her three seasons at Arkansas. Spencer has done it all since arriving on the hill—she won SEC Freshman of the Year, broke program records for playing time, and even eclipsed the 1,000-point mark, all in just three years. Hogs+ host Tera Talmadge sat down with Spencer to talk about her journey, what…

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The Deepest Breath Composer Nainita Desai On the Art of Composing for Documentaries 55:22

5M ago55:22

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Nainita Desai is an award-winning composer whose work has spanned creative formats, from documentaries like The Reason I Jump where she won an Emmy for Outstanding Music Composition, to TV series like Funny Women, to video games like Telling Lies and Immortality. With over 150 credits to her name, Nainita is nothing short of prolific. In the follow…

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Daniel Monks Talks Through His Career From Pulse to In the Room Where He Waits in This Interview 1:04:09

5M ago1:04:09

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Daniel Monks is an award winning theatre and film actor who hails from Perth, Western Australia. He received an AACTA nomination for Best Actor in a Leading Role for the feature film Pulse, a story about a disabled teen who undergoes radical surgery to turn into a beautiful woman in a bid to be loved and embraced. Daniel wrote the script and worked…

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237. DJ Derrick: Mixin' it Up 34:13

6M ago34:13

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Known by Arkansas fans as the resident DJ at Razorback sporting events—DJ Derrick has been hyping up Hog fans for over a decade. He doesn’t constrict his talents to just Arkansas sporting events. Derrick Dansby aka DJ Derrick, has spun at events across the realm of sports: SEC Championships, SEC Tournaments, MLB events—basketball, football, softbal…

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236. DJ Gasso: A Softball Legacy 33:09

6M ago33:09

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With a 7-time Women's College World Series champion, Patty Gasso, for a mother, Razorback hitting coach DJ Gasso has grown up immersed in the sport of softball. After building a reputation as one of the premier hitting coaches in college softball, Gasso finds himself on Courtney Deifel's staff in his first season at Arkansas. We sat down with the n…

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Carl Joseph Papa Talks About How Richard Linklater Influenced His Rotoscoped Animation The Missing in This Interview 37:20

6M ago37:20

37:20

Listeners should note that the following interview contains discussions on childhood sexual abuse and trauma. Writer-director Carl Joseph Papa's The Missing follows Eric (Carlo Aquino), a young man who lives alone, maintains a crush on his coworker Carlo (Gio Gahol), and has a strong bond with his mother Rosalinda (Dolly De Leon). Rosalinda's reque…

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FROM THE VAULT: Dean Weber - The Dean of Arkansas Football 43:29

6M ago43:29

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Dean Weber has an appropriate name, because he really is the Dean of Arkansas football. In this vault episode we bring back our conversation with the longtime athletic trainer, who’s accrued more years of service at the university than anyone other than Frank Broyles and Norm DeBriyn. We get into how he started his career working for legendary coac…

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Episode #108 | Mark Leonard Winter, Geraldine Hakewill and Mahveen Shahraki 38:30

6M ago38:30

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My guests on this episode are The Rooster writer and director, Mark Leonard Winter, and co-producers Mahveen Shahraki and Geraldine Hakewill.The Rooster is simply must-see cinema. It’s an experience. The Rooster transcends cinematic boundaries, delving deep into the human experience and illuminating the darkest corners of our minds with a shining l…

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235. Matt Hobbs: Bullpen Breakdown 31:35

6M ago31:35

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Hogs+ senior contributor, Clay Henry gets you ready for Razorback baseball—sitting down with pitching coach Matt Hobbs to break down this year's pitching staff and what to expect out of the Hogs this season.

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Carissa Lee Talks About Navigating Barriers in the Australian Arts System in This Interview 45:10

6M ago45:10

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Carissa Lee is a Noongar actor and writer whose work spans from critical analysis, to theatre, to the new ABC Kids series, Planet Lulin, where she plays Principal Cruz. Carissa's critical work has appeared in publications like Kill Your Darlings, IndigenousX, and Witness Performance, where her writing examined culture and the arts through an Indige…

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Robert Connolly on Why Force of Nature Was His Hardest Film Shoot Yet in This Interview 22:33

6M ago22:33

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Robert Connolly is one of Australia's great modern directors, having exploded onto the film scene some twenty years ago with The Bank, which was nominated for Best Picture and Best Director at the AFI awards, which he swiftly followed up with an impressive body of work that includes Paper Planes, The Turning, Balibo, Blueback, and the 2021 adaptati…

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