Best Dante The Don Podcasts (2024)

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Filmmaker & Podcaster Mike Flanagan 1:33:13

1h ago1:33:13

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Filmmaker/Podcaster Mike Flanagan (Doctor Sleep, Midnight Mass, The Fall of the House of Usher) discusses a few of his favorite movies with Josh Olson and Joe Dante. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy SpectreVision Radio

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DETECTIVES: The Dante Arthurs Case 35:11

1d ago35:11

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On the 26th of June, 2006, police were notified that a young girl had gone missing in Perth. Moments later, her body was found, and an expansive crime scene was established. With an unknown, and clearly dangerous offender on the run, police were working against the clock to preserve crucial evidence, and find who was responsible. Then detective Pau…

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Joe Russo: Gateway Horror 37:20

2d ago37:20

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On this episode of The Gala Show, Gala chats with filmmaker Joe Russo (Nightmare Cinema, Soul Mates, and producer of the podcast Post Mortem) as he tells Gala all about gateways into horror. Joe shares with Gala the movies that got him hooked, how horror brings people together, and what movies he would recommend for someone to check out if they don…

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FORENSICS: Don Hancock & The Gypsy Joker Bikies 45:41

4d ago45:41

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Bikies live in a world where loyalty is fierce and silence is golden. So, when a member of the Gypsy Jokers was killed in outback Western Australia, a deadly game of cat and mouse began. The Gypsy Jokers were convinced the culprit was Don Hancock, a former Police Chief with a colourful past. And, as the investigation heated up, the stakes became de…

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DETECTIVES: The Mildura Mafia 38:29

6d ago38:29

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After coercing farmers to plant marijuana crops in their fields, organised crime figures laid the seed for a dominant and violent drug empire across the Victorian borders. But, when police raided the farms, it was the growers who faced the consequences, as mob members threatened them and their families to stay quiet. Former Victoria Police detectiv…

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Independence Day Special (with Roger Avary): Independence & Independents 39:10

9d ago39:10

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On this episode of The Gala Show, Gala and her dad Roger Avary hang out to celebrate Independence Day! Roger's topic: independence and independent filmmaking. Roger and Gala start off by chatting about what 4th of July movies they could have discussed before jumping in to a conversation on independent filmmaker Ralph Bakshi — but first, a question …

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FORENSICS: The Wattle Flower Murder 30:14

11d ago30:14

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The body of 27-year-old mother of two, Samantha Bodsworth, was found in Noosa, surrounded by wattle trees. The killer thinks it’s the perfect crime, but what they underestimated was the power of the tiny, silent witnesses clinging to almost everything they touched – pollen. In this episode, Dr Lynne Milne, the scientist at the forefront of forensic…

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DETECTIVES: Exposing Jimmy Savile, with Mark Williams-Thomas 29:48

13d ago29:48

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For decades he was an adored media personality. But, after an iTV documentary exposed him as a sex offender, Jimmy Savile's story turned sinister, and questions were soon asked about the people who enabled his behaviour despite rumours and innuendo. For many of the children and young people Jimmy Savile offended against, they were finally heard - b…

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What can we learn from the Belgian EU Presidency comms - Laurens Soenen - Belgium MFA #SoMeInsights 29:54

13d ago29:54

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In this episode of the #SoMeInsights Podcast, Dante Licona and Matthias Lüfkens talk to Laurens Soenen, the Communications Coordinator for the Belgian Presidency of the Council of the EU @EU2024BE, and a Communication Strategist for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Belgium.He shared insights about how a team of young professionals carried on the …

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Danny Turkiewicz: Stealing Pulp Fiction 37:41

16d ago37:41

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On this episode of The Gala Show, Gala sits down with filmmaker Danny Turkiewicz to discuss his new movie Stealing Pulp Fiction. Danny starts off by discussing how his love of sports led in to his interest in the arts before moving on to sharing his film school experiences and what it was like moving to Los Angeles — but first, a question about wha…

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FORENSICS: How language exposes criminals 38:03

19d ago38:03

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Every word leaves a trace. A disgruntled employee's late-night Facebook rant, cryptic messages, riddled with emojis, arranging a drug deal, a threatening letter from a scorned ex. These are more than words to forensic linguist, Professor Georgina Heydon. They’re crucial clues that can act like a phonetic fingerprint, revealing the identity of the c…

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DETECTIVES: Raiding the house of The Claremont Killer, with Todd Bowler 46:51

21d ago46:51

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As a door was bashed in, and a very ordinary seeming man was put in cuffs, the heinous crimes of the Claremont Serial Killer were finally brought to light. Todd Bowler, who spoke exclusively with Crime Insiders, is a former WA Tactical Group member has been on the other side of these investigations for several years, and during his career, was a le…

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Summer Solstice Special (with Roger Avary): The Beekeeper 1:03:15

23d ago1:03:15

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On this episode of The Gala Show, Gala is joined in the studio by her best friend, mentor, and father, filmmaker Roger Avary, to chat about a movie of Roger's choosing. This time around, Roger has chosen to discuss The Beekeeper (2024). Roger and Gala discuss how they came about seeing it, how director David Ayer is super punk rock, and one of the …

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Bonus Episode - Life Been Lifing 7:49

26d ago7:49

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long time no see :) here's a life/content update Life been lifing means shit been happening and i been deling with alot lol --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/donttouchmygames/support

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FORENSICS: The wrongful conviction of Henry Keogh 43:50

25d ago43:50

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For 20 years, Henry Keogh was imprisoned for a crime he didn't commit. What was a tragic accident turned into a full-blown murder trial, fueled by dubious evidence from now-discredited forensic pathologist, Dr. Colin Manock. In this episode, host Kathryn Fox talks with Forensic Photographer, Professor Gale Spring, one of the key experts who helped …

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Outer Range Showrunner Charles Murray: Chapter 2 1:04:13

28d ago1:04:13

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Charles Murray continues the discussion of his favorite TV shows with Josh Olson and Joe Dante. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy SpectreVision Radio

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How WTO creates good social media content - Jana Borges #SoMeInsights podcast 21:10

26d ago21:10

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In this episode of the #SoMeInsights Podcast, Dante Licona and Matthias Lüfkens talk to Jana Borges, the Head of Audio-visual and Social Media at the World Trade Organization (WTO).She shared how her team works with zero tolerance for jargon for some of the content, and focuses on creating content that is good for WTO, good for their audience, and …

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DETECTIVES: The Auckland Plumbing Murder 35:16

28d ago35:16

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After finding a fragment of a skull several metres within a toilet plumbing system, police knew they were dealing with something sinister. Mike Bush is a former commissioner of the New Zealand Police Force and has had a decorated career. However, his time as a Detective and a lead investigator saw him take on some gruesome and confronting cases - a…

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Grace Chan: 80's Pop Culture 37:38

1M ago37:38

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On this episode of The Gala Show, Gala hangs out with 80's pop culture enthusiast Grace Chan to geek out about all things 80's! Grace shares with Gala sentimental items that she's collected over the years, how her relationship with her father shaped her into the collector she is, and how she found her confidence to rock her style — but first, a que…

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FORENSICS: The small clues that exposed a killer 47:58

1M ago47:58

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A blood-stained cloth was the only evidence police had to work with when Marlene Maria Smith didn't turn up to work in August, 2000. This small clue would soon become part of the huge web of forensic evidence, ultimately leading to the conviction of a killer. Peter Baines OAM spent over two decades as a specialist forensic crime scene investigator …

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Outer Range Showrunner Charles Murray 49:21

1M ago49:21

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Outer Range showrunner Charles Murray discusses a few of his favorite TV shows with Josh Olson and Joe Dante. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy SpectreVision Radio

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DETECTIVES: Derek Ernest Percy 44:32

1M ago44:32

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A man described as "pure evil", understand how police investigated his heinous crimes, caught him in and the process of holding him in prison whilst seeking a confession. Decorated former Victorian Police Detective Adrian Paterson joins host Brent Sanders to unpack his career, and go deep into how he helped catch some of Australia's most high-profi…

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Alejandro Montoya Marin: Being Bilingual 36:05

1M ago36:05

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On this episode of The Gala Show, Gala sits down with filmmaker Alejandro Montoya Marin (Monday, Millennium Bugs, The Unexpecteds) to chat about being bilingual. Alejandro shares with Gala his journey as a filmmaker, how being from different worlds has attributed to his style of filmmaking, and a bit about his newest movie The Unexpecteds — but fir…

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FORENSICS: The 'accidental' drowning that was actually a homicide 35:35

1M ago35:35

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Drowning is the third-highest cause of death around the world, yet underwater recovery and aquatic forensic investigation remain heavily underresourced and underresearched. Forensic investigator and scientific diver, Sarah Mormino, is on a mission to change this. In this episode, host Kathryn Fox and Sarah unravel the fascinating and often perilous…

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Late Night with the Devil Filmmakers Cameron & Colin Cairnes 1:15:25

1M ago1:15:25

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Late Night with the Devil Filmmakers Cameron and Colin Cairnes discuss their favorite Aussie movies with Josh Olson and Joe Dante. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy SpectreVision Radio

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DETECTIVES: The Hoddle Street Massacre 29:15

1M ago29:15

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A tragedy that rocked Melbourne in the late 80s, and one that left the nation questioning its own attitude towards guns and violence. Former Commissioner of Victoria Police Kel Glare was just a few months away from getting the top job when an armed gunman killed seven and injured 19 people in Melbourne's inner North. It's a case that stood out to K…

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Joe Dante: The Saturday Matinee 36:24

2M ago36:24

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On this episode of The Gala Show, Gala sits down with filmmaker (and hero) Joe Dante (Piranha, Gremlins, Inner Space) as he shares with Gala his memories of the Saturday matinee. Joe shares with Gala how important this time in his life was, how he was introduced to all sorts of movies and shows, and some funny memories in the theater — but first, a…

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FORENSICS: The flawed 'science' putting parents behind bars 54:04

2M ago54:04

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Heartbreaking was the only word that could be used to describe the death of a 10-month-old baby in Perth. What was less clear cut is the question that was posed to the judge - was the baby boy’s death an accident, or was he murdered by his father? Judith Fordham has been lauded as one of Western Australia’s most high-profile criminal lawyers, but h…

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Fargo Actor Sam Spruell 1:25:23

2M ago1:25:23

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Fargo actor Sam Spruell discusses a few of his favorite movies with Josh Olson and Joe Dante. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy SpectreVision Radio

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DETECTIVES: The Mallacoota Stand Off 29:24

2M ago29:24

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What happens when back up is three hours away, and you're faced with a violent and desperate situation? Mark Tregellas is one of Victoria's most experienced regional police officers. He's spent decades tackling violent and intense criminal situations, ones that are unique to that of Australia's wild and often unpredictable regional areas. Join host…

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Mikey Beaven: Metal Lords 33:04

2M ago33:04

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On this episode of The Gala Show, Gala sits down with veteran and owner of Smoked Bros, Mikey Beaven to chat all about the movie Metal Lords. Mikey shares with Gala how being a veteran has shaped how he watches movies, what kind of media he shows his children, and how you shouldn't strictly consume bubblegum — but first, a question about the import…

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FORENSICS: Semen, drunk flies, and crime scenes 35:40

2M ago35:40

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Semen is the crack cocaine of the fly world, and while maggots love a corpse, flies feast on live human flesh and fluids. So, could a fly frame you for murder? And how do police differentiate fly 'artifacts' from human biological material at a crime scene? These are all things forensic biologist, Dr Annalisa Durdle has studied. Join host Kathryn Fo…

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A Murder at the End of the World's – Brit Marling Chapter 2 57:19

2M ago57:19

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How world leaders use social media in 2024? - Matthias Lüfkens #SoMeInsights Podcast 17:14

2M ago17:14

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How do world leaders use social media in 2024?In this special episode of the #SoMeInsights Podcast, Dante Licona talks to co-host Matthias Lüfkens, who just released annual DigiTips ranking of World Leaders on Social Media. Matthias has been following heads of state and government and foreign ministers on social media for more than a decade.Social …

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DETECTIVES: How Drugs Are Smuggled into Australia 31:08

2M ago31:08

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The AFP and customs intercept hundreds of tonnes of narcotics every year. But, the techniques of criminals and smugglers are becoming more complex, and unfortunately, more effective. Nigel Phair is a former Australian Federal Police Officer who took on a range of high profile drug importation cases. This saw him intercepting large quantities of dru…

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Don Coscarelli: Stories About Roger Avary 45:28

2M ago45:28

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On this episode of The Gala Show, Gala chats with filmmaker Don Coscarelli about his relationship with her father Roger Avary. Don gives the gift of insight into Roger as a budding filmmaker, the story of how they first met, and some of his favorite memories with Roger — but first, a question about what horror movies inspired Don as a child. Don's …

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FORENSICS: The World's End Murders 37:36

2M ago37:36

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It took 37 years, a failed murder trial, and an Australian mathematician to finally prosecute one of Scotland's most infamous serial killers. Professor David Balding is a pioneer in the field of mathematical computational genetics. Join host Kathryn Fox and hear how using things like probability, David can calculate the likelihood of DNA belonging …

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A Murder At The End of the World’s Brit Marling 59:51

2M ago59:51

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Writer/Director/Actor Brit Marling (A Murder at the End of the World, the OA, Another Earth) discusses the portrayal of women in some of her favorite movies with Josh Olson and Joe Dante. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy SpectreVision Radio

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