Best Aaron Strand Podcasts (2024)

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48. Behind the Slate Presents... 'Woman in the Dunes' Live at the Plaza Theatre 5-23-24 34:29

1M ago34:29

34:29

Join host Aaron Strand live at the historic Plaza Theatre in Atlanta, GA as he presents Hiroshi Teshigahara's 1964 film 'Woman in the Dunes'. Aaron gives an opening monologue giving a brief historical background of the filmmaker. After the screening, we open up the conversation for a lively audience discussion! If you would like to join us for futu…

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47. Pitch Playoffs II with Greg Kleinschmidt 1:30:19

6M ago1:30:19

1:30:19

The boys are back for another thrilling tournament pitting the greatest filmmakers of all time in a head-to-head pitch competition. Hop in the time machine and get ready to laugh, cry, and everything in between. Email us: behindtheslatepod@gmail.com Instagram: @behindtheslatepod TikTok: @behindtheslatepod YouTube: @behindtheslatepodcast Scene and H…

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46. Behind the Slate Presents... 'Three Colours: White' Live at the Plaza Theatre 1-14-24 35:03

6M ago35:03

35:03

Join host Aaron Strand live at the historic Plaza Theatre in Atlanta, GA as he presents Krzysztof Kieślowski's 1994 film 'Three Colours: White'. Aaron gives an opening monologue giving a brief historical background of the filmmaker. After the screening, we open up the conversation for a lively and delightful audience discussion! If you would like t…

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45. Behind the Slate Presents... 'High and Low' Live at the Plaza Theatre 11-26-23 37:58

8M ago37:58

37:58

Join Aaron Strand live at the historic Plaza Theatre in Atlanta, GA as he presents Akira Kurosawa's 1963 masterpiece 'High and Low' Email us: behindtheslatepod@gmail.com Instagram: @behindtheslatepod TikTok: @behindtheslatepod YouTube: @behindtheslatepodcast Producer: Greg Kleinschmidt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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44. Withdrawal Part 10 - Wrap Party with Jonathan Walls, Scout Smith, and Shub Agrawal 1:19:46

8M ago1:19:46

1:19:46

After 10 long months, countless rehearsals, meetings and podcasts...we have finally wrapped principal photography on 'Withdrawal'. Special guest host Shub Agrawal sits down with director, Aaron Strand, producer, Jonathan Walls, and assistant director Scout Smith to talk through the experience. Jonathan on IG: @jonathanwalls23 Scout on IG: @scoutsmi…

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43. Should You Hire an Intimacy Coordinator? with Kristina Arjona 1:01:35

9M ago1:01:35

1:01:35

Aaron sits down with Actor, Writer, Director, and pioneering Intimacy Coordinator, Kristina Arjona. Kristina gives a crash course on this relatively new role set job, and discusses the facts and misconceptions about the profession. Kristina's webpage: https://www.atlintimacycoordinator.com/about Kristina on IG: @kristina.arjona Kristina's email: kr…

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42. Arts and Crafts with Cécile McLorin Salvant 1:14:22

9M ago1:14:22

1:14:22

Aaron is joined by world-renowned vocalist, Cécile McLorin Salvant. Cécile shares her incredible journey from casual singer to multi-time Grammy Award winner, how she coped with stage fright before singing 'America the Beautiful' at the US Open's Women's Tennis Final, and the importance of putting googly eyes on things. Cécile's webpage: https://ww…

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41. Withdrawal Part 9 - Recovery and Redemption with Jeanne Heaton 1:07:15

10M ago1:07:15

1:07:15

Aaron is joined by actor, writer, musician and yoga teacher, Jeanne Heaton. Jeanne shares her incredible journey from a Pennsylvania steel town to the rough-and-tumble Lower East Side of the early 1980's. As her artistic career blossomed, so did her addiction, leading to a 19 year battle with heroin. Now, with nearly two decades sober, Jeanne has d…

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40. He Got Game (A Sportswriter's Journey) with Ben Golliver 1:24:25

10M ago1:24:25

1:24:25

Aaron is joined by special guest, Ben Golliver. In addition to working as the National NBA Writer for The Washington Post, Ben hosts a bi-weekly basketball podcast, 'Greatest of All Talk', where he and co-host Andrew Sharp talk hoops, life, and everything in between. Ben shares an incredible story of passion and perseverance that saw him transform …

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39. The Future of Film Criticism with Sucharita Tyagi 58:38

10M ago58:38

58:38

Aaron sits down with renowned film critic Sucharita Tyagi for a wide ranging discussion of Hindi Cinema, Film Criticism, and finding your path as an independent creator ARTIST. Sucharita on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@sucharitatyagi Sucharita on IG: @su4ita Email us: behindtheslatepod@gmail.com Instagram: @behindtheslatepod TikTok: @behindthe…

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38. Withdrawal Part 8 - Shoot 1 Recap with Jacqueline Postajian 1:32:02

10M ago1:32:02

1:32:02

Aaron is joined by filmmaker and co-host of the 'Scene and Heard' Podcast, Jacqueline Postajian to have a post-set debrief! Jackie on IG: @jacpostaj Scene and Heard on IG: @sceneandheardpod Withdrawal on IG: @withdrawalfilm Email us: behindtheslatepod@gmail.com Instagram: @behindtheslatepod TikTok: @behindtheslatepod YouTube: @behindtheslatepodcast…

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37. Withdrawal Part 7 - Four Days Out 18:17

11M ago18:17

18:17

We are four days away from beginning production on 'Withdrawal'. A very tired Aaron Strand gives a brief update on the final weeks of pre-pro. Film Instagram: @withdrawalfilm Email us: behindtheslatepod@gmail.com Instagram: @behindtheslatepod TikTok: @behindtheslatepod YouTube: @behindtheslatepodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more …

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36. Withdrawal Part 6 - A Creative Life with Emily Marquet 1:29:29

11M ago1:29:29

1:29:29

Aaron is joined by cinematographer Emily Marquet. Emily is serving as the Director of Photography on 'Withdrawal' and takes us through her long journey to finding her passion for camerawork, that included stops in NYU, Haiti, and London School of Film. Emily's Website: https://emilymarquet.myportfolio.com/work Emily's Instagram: @emilymarquet Email…

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35. Reducing Harm with Dr. Tracy Vettese 1:01:11

12M ago1:01:11

1:01:11

Aaron is joined by Dr. Tracy Vettese, a internist at Grady Hospital in Atlanta who works with the Georgia Harm Reduction Coalition on the front lines of the opioid epidemic. Dr. Vettese takes us through her first hand account of the opioid epidemic and how she has responded to the growing crisis. She shares her message of hope and progress and give…

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34. Withdrawal Part 5 - Project Update 46:40

12M ago46:40

46:40

Aaron shares several updates on the Withdrawal pre-production process and gives his thoughts on the film industry shut down. Email us: behindtheslatepod@gmail.com Instagram: @behindtheslatepod TikTok: @behindtheslatepod YouTube: @behindtheslatepodcast Producer: Greg Kleinschmidt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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33. Withdrawal Part 4 - Loving the Process with Brent Michal 1:09:56

12M ago1:09:56

1:09:56

Aaron is joined by filmmaker, and actor Brent Michal who plays the lead role of 'Jay' in Withdrawal. Brent talks about his journey from child actor to filmmaker back to acting again and shares the love of the process that keeps him going. Brent's Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/brentmichal Email us: behindtheslatepod@gmail.com Instagram: @behindtheslatepo…

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32. Indie Film in Athens, GA with Evan McNary 58:05

12M ago58:05

58:05

Aaron is joined by filmmaker, Evan McNary. In 2021, Evan released his debut feature film 'Ragged Heart' which was shot in Athens, GA. After scrapping and saving enough money to shoot the film himself, Evan used many unconventional filmmaking techniques to craft a unique and heartfelt story about father grieving for his daughter. He talks all about …

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31. Withdrawal Part 3 - An Actor Prepares with Millie Rose Evans 1:27:17

1y ago1:27:17

1:27:17

Outside of the script, casting is the most part of the filmmaking process. Today, Aaron talks through the casting process for 'Withdrawal' and then speaks with lead actor, Millie Rose Evans. Millie is an actor and musician based in Atlanta, GA. She gives a step-by-step insight into her experience during the 'Withdrawal' casting process, providing v…

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30. An Indie Education with Noam Kroll 1:34:15

1y ago1:34:15

1:34:15

Aaron is joined by filmmaker, podcaster, blogger and all around Indie Film expert, Noam Kroll. Since 2012, Noam has created one of the greatest free resources available to filmmakers, www.noamkroll.com. Through reviews, tutorials, and first hand narratives, Noam provides everything you need to become a self taught filmmaker. Additionally he runs a …

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29. Withdrawal Part 2 - Story and Substance 48:16

1y ago48:16

48:16

Today we get into the plot of our upcoming feature film 'Withdrawal'. Aaron discusses where the idea came from and how it evolved from an inspired thought to an actionable project, culminating in a 8-Point 'Upfront Aims Program' inspired by Melvin Van Peebles. Follow the film on IG: @withdrawalfilm Email us: behindtheslatepod@gmail.com Instagram: @…

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28. Withdrawal Part 1 - Intro 47:05

1y ago47:05

47:05

On this episode, I introduce our new summer series, 'Withdrawal'. Unlike our previous historical deep dives, this series is going to go inside the production of a current film project... my own feature-film. I am currently in pre-production and won't have time to do my usual history research so instead I am going to be taking you step-by-step throu…

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27. Making Space with Jonathan Braylock 58:08

1y ago58:08

58:08

Today Aaron is joined by actor, writer, producer and comedian. Jonathan has acted in shows like Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt and Broad City as well as commercials and feature films. He is an acclaimed writer working on shows like Grownish, and is currently developing a project with Ramy Youssef and Judd Apatow. He is the co-creator of the first all-bl…

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26. My Friend Melvin with Alfred Preisser 1:03:54

1y ago1:03:54

1:03:54

Aaron is joined by award winning director, Alfred Preisser. In 2006, Mr. Preisser directed the acclaimed 2006 revival of 'Ain't Supposed to Die a Natural Death', during which time he became close friends with Melvin Van Peebles. Preisser went on to act in Van Peebles' final film 'Confessions of an Ex-Dufus Itchyfooted Mutha' and work on the staged …

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25. Melvin Van Peebles Part 5 - A Natural Death 1:50:04

1y ago1:50:04

1:50:04

Melvin takes over Broadway only to see his midas touch leave him. Later in life he experiences a Renaissance as the first black trader on Wall Street and ages gracefully into one of the greatest elder statesmen in cinema history. Rest In Peace Melvin Van Peebles (8/21/32-9/21/21), one of the greatest artists of the 20th Century. Email us: behindthe…

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24. Going Underground with Millie De Chirico 1:37:34

1y ago1:37:34

1:37:34

Aaron is joined by Millie De Chirico, co-host of the podcast 'I Saw What You Did' and co-author of the book 'TCM Underground: 50 Must-See Films from the World of Classic Cult and Late-Night Cinema'. We talk about five films featured in the book that challenge the preconceived notions of Blaxploitation. We then dive in to our mutual loves: cinema an…

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23. Don't Sleep on Sweetback with Amy Abugo Ongiri 23:43

1y ago23:43

23:43

Have you watched 'Sweet Sweetback's Baadasssss Song' and need to talk about it? We feel you. That's why Aaron is once again joined by Dr. Amy Abugo Ongiri, film historian, Director of Ethnic Studies at the University of Portland, and author of the book: “Spectacular Blackness: The Cultural Politics of the Black Power Movement and the Search for a B…

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22. Melvin Van Peebles Part 4 - Original Baadasssss 2:17:02

1y ago2:17:02

2:17:02

Melvin flips Hollywood the middle-finger setting out to make his own independent movie, at a time when it was considered borderline impossible. What followed was one of the wildest stories in film history as Sweet Sweetback's Baadasssss Song survives on-set madness and impossible odds to become one of the most successful films of the decade. Email …

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21. Melvin Van Peebles Part 3 - Paint the Orange 1:36:26

1+ y ago1:36:26

1:36:26

Fresh off his triumphant homecoming at the 1967 San Francisco International Film Festival, Melvin Van Peebles finds himself in a very different America than the one he left in 1959. There are protests against the Vietnam war, a growing counter culture culminating in the ‘Summer of Love’, and The Civil Rights Movement evolving into cries of Black Po…

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20. Black Power, Black Art with Amy Abugo Ongiri 43:38

1+ y ago43:38

43:38

Today, Aaron is joined by Dr. Amy Abugo Ongiri, film historian, Director of Ethnic Studies at the University of Portland, and author of the book: “Spectacular Blackness: The Cultural Politics of the Black Power Movement and the Search for a Black Aesthetic". Dr. Ongiri talks to us about this shift from Civil Rights to Black Power, how The Black Pan…

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19. BTS Housekeeping - Scheduling Update 11:15

1+ y ago11:15

11:15

I am hard at work prepping the next installment of the Melvin Van Peebles history series. In the meantime, I wanted to take a moment to talk about the release schedule moving forward as well as reflecting on how this show has evolved beyond just a history podcast and how that will continue to shape the show going forward! If you have any thoughts o…

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18. Black Representation in 1960's Hollywood with Christopher Sieving 58:16

1+ y ago58:16

58:16

Today, Aaron is joined by Christopher Sieving a professor of film at the University of Georgia, Athens. His latest book is titled ‘Pleading the Blood: Bill Gunn’s Ganja and Hess’ which I cannot wait to read, so please, if you’re a ‘Ganja and Hess’ fan, or just want to learn more about this amazing film, go buy that out. But his first book, and the …

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17. A Cinema State of the Union with Christopher Escobar 47:50

1+ y ago47:50

47:50

Today, Aaron is joined by visionary entrepreneur, cinephile and theatre owner, Christopher Escobar. Chris serves as the Executive Director of the Atlanta Film Society, the non-profit group that runs the Atlanta Film Festival. He is also the owner of the famed Plaza Theatre, Atlanta's oldest continuously operating theatre, and the new owner of The T…

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16. Melvin Van Peebles Part 2 - The Last Renaissance Man 1:44:18

1+ y ago1:44:18

1:44:18

In this episode we meet Melvin Van Peebles, a small but brilliant boy who grows up split between the rough South Side of Chicago and the nearby suburb of Phoenix, Illinois. A brilliant student, he graduates from high school at the age of fifteen, becomes the first person in his family to go to college. By the time he's 26, he's a veteran officer of…

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15. Heart of the City with Artemus Jenkins 1:00:22

1+ y ago1:00:22

1:00:22

Aaron is joined by filmmaker, photographer, experimental ethnographer, world traveler and the winner of the ATLFILMPARTY Cycle 4, Artemus Jenkins. Artemus talks about some of his earliest film memories, gives insight into his creative journey into filmmaking and explains why he believes documentary is the most exciting genre for the future of film.…

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14. Melvin Van Peebles Part 1 - Pre-Melvin 1:37:16

1+ y ago1:37:16

1:37:16

It is our first episode on the life and work of the revolutionary artist, Melvin Van Peebles... only Mr. Van Peebles will not be appearing. In order to understand the themes, imagery and messages within his films, we are going to tell a story of African American representation in American drama. We'll meet a Caribbean immigrant who founds the first…

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13. The Mighty Theatre Organ with Ken Double 1:06:35

1+ y ago1:06:35

1:06:35

Aaron is joined by Ken Double, President of the Atlanta Theatre Organ Society and organist at The Fox Theatre. We discuss the history of the theatre organ, how it works, and why these precious instruments are some of the most incredible feats of musical engineering of all time. Atlanta Theatre Organ Society: https://www.atosatlanta.org/ Email us: b…

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12. Searching for Oona with Jane Scovell 24:49

1+ y ago24:49

24:49

Aaron is joined by NY Times and LA Times bestselling author Jane Scovell (Small Town Big Dreams, Ginger My Story, Elizabeth Takes Off) to discuss her 1998 biography of Oona O'Neill Chaplin. Janes shares details of her 8 year research process, and what she thinks motivated the mysterious and captivating Oona O'Neil, a fascinating historical figure w…

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11. Adieu Charlot with Greg Kleinschmidt 1:18:45

1+ y ago1:18:45

1:18:45

Aaron is once again joined by Greg Kleinschmidt of the Arroyo Film Club and the 'Scene and Heard' Podcast. Together, they reflect on the Chaplin series and debate what Hollywood can still learn from the silent era, if this truly is the worst era for studio filmmaking, 'amusement park' films vs. cinema and who is better...Charlie Chaplin or Buster K…

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10. Pitch Playoff with Greg Kleinschmidt 1:18:26

1+ y ago1:18:26

1:18:26

Marvel Studios has contacted the Arroyo Film Club with a special assignment: find the greatest directors in history and put them into a pitch competition in order to direct the next great superhero franchise: The Phone Ranger. Aaron and Greg reach deep into the archives and go head to head in a pitching playoffs that will change the future of cinem…

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9. Charlie Chaplin Part 5 - The Wise Pity 2:12:02

1+ y ago2:12:02

2:12:02

The final episode in our Chaplin series! Facing repeated scandals, box office failures and anti-communist witch hunts, Charlie Chaplin is kicked out of the country he once loved, and goes from being the most beloved man on earth, to one of it's most controversial inhabitants. Yet in the midst of this turmoil, Chaplin finds joy in marriage and famil…

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8. Movie Night 'City Lights' with Shub Agrawal 48:27

1+ y ago48:27

48:27

Aaron is joined by, Shub Agrawal, to discus her first ever viewing of 'City Lights'. Shub talks about the differences between this film and 'Bridgerton', how Chaplin helped her look for the beautiful moments life, and we discuss strategies to convince your friends/families to watch silent films. If you've been inspired to watch a Chaplin film after…

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7. Silent Learning with Steven J. Venturino 1:02:46

1+ y ago1:02:46

1:02:46

Aaron speaks with author and scholar from Chicago's Newberry Library, Steven J. Venturino. We discuss teaching Chaplin in the classroom, the power of silent film, and discuss in depth Chaplin's process and motivations behind City Lights and The Great Dictator. Email us: behindtheslatepod@gmail.com Instagram: @behindtheslatepod TikTok: @behindthesla…

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6. Charlie Chaplin Part 4 - The Irrelevant Master 2:29:36

1+ y ago2:29:36

2:29:36

With the advent of sound in movies, Chaplin seemed to be fading into irrelevance. Instead, he comes back with his three greatest masterpieces, 'City Lights', 'Modern Times' and 'The Great Dictator'. Host Aaron Strand gives a full account of Chaplin's life including his marriage to Paulette Goddard, his bromance with Winston Churchill and his war ag…

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5. The Hopeful Art with Tara Ochs 1:12:59

1+ y ago1:12:59

1:12:59

Aaron speaks with actor, writer, comedian and teacher Tara Ochs on the nature and theory of comedy. We discuss why farts are funny, how the belief that comedians need to be sad is a complete myth, the intricacies and problems of cancel culture in both modern and historical contexts, and the history of female comedians. Tara gives her insights on wh…

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4. Charlie Chaplin Part 3 - One True Love 2:55:50

1+ y ago2:55:50

2:55:50

Chaplin pushes the limits of art, business, politics and love leaving a trail of great art and broken lives in his wake. Email us: behindtheslatepod@gmail.com Instagram: @behindtheslatepod TikTok: @behindtheslatepod YouTube: @behindtheslatepodcast Join our weekly film club: https://www.instagram.com/arroyofilmclub Producer: Greg Kleinschmidt Photog…

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3. Charlie Chaplin Part 2 - The World's Clown 1:51:20

1+ y ago1:51:20

1:51:20

Chaplin goes to Hollywood where he learns the tricks of the trade from film comedy pioneer Mack Sennett. As World War I rages, he becomes the motion picture world's first superstar, and the highest paid person on the planet. As his popularity grows, Chaplin continues to experiment and transitions from bawdy slapstick to high-minded comedy, with a s…

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2. An Attitude of Gratitude 27:44

1+ y ago27:44

27:44

One-reelers are the laid back alternative to the research heavy episodes of Behind the Slate. On this episode, Aaron reflects on an incredible first week since the BTS premiere . He reads several emails and shares extra Chaplin stories that were cut from episode 1, reflects on the importance of history when viewing film, relates the pressures of dr…

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1. Charlie Chaplin Part 1 - The Boy from East Lane 1:14:49

1+ y ago1:14:49

1:14:49

In this first episode, host Aaron Strand takes us to Victorian London to meet a little boy named Charles Spencer Chaplin. His father was an alcoholic singer, and his mother was in and out of the insane asylum. Chaplin overcame these extraordinary circumstances, as well as repeated failures on and off the stage, finally becoming a well respected sla…

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TRAILER: Interview with Aaron Strand 24:28

2y ago24:28

24:28

Greg Kleinschmidt and Jacqueline Postajian of the podcast 'Scene and Heard' sit down with Aaron Strand to talk about the new film history podcast, 'Behind the Slate'. Email us: behindtheslatepod@gmail.com Instagram: @behindtheslatepod TikTok: @behindtheslatepod YouTube: @behindtheslatepodcast Join our weekly film club: https://www.instagram.com/arr…

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The profession of Penetration Testing with John Strand 30:35

5y ago30:35

30:35

In this episode of HACKED, Ben talks with the owner of Penetration Testing firm, Black Hills Information Security about the business and profession of pen testing and their incident response card gameBy Talking cybersecurity with nexus IT Security group

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