Best Sean Crowley Podcasts (2025)

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What Is The Language of the Universe? | Infinite Now Ch19 48:16

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Is math a universal truth, or just a story we tell? From Plato’s ideal numbers to Archimedes’ infinite circles... from A.N. Whitehead’s process philosophy to the mysteries of modern physics, we explore where mathematics lives and what it tells us about the nature of reality. So join me as I dissect the symmetries that stand between being and becomi…

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Olaide Sadiq and Toby Trackman on Grenfell: Uncovered 49:21

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Olaide Sadiq’s directorial debut Grenfell: Uncovered examines the disturbing chain of events that led to the Grenfell Tower fire in 2017, giving survivors, bereaved families and firefighters a platform to share their story.In the latest episode of the Directors UK Podcast, recorded live at our exclusive member event last month, Olaide sits down wit…

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Do Atoms Have Consciousness? Gaia, Animism & the Revival of Panpsychism | Infinite Now Ch18 38:36

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From the quiet intelligence of plants and the Gaia hypothesis, to ancient animistic traditions and the fractal structure of the universe, we follow the hidden thread connecting all self-organising systems across the universe to ask the provocative question: Is consciousness limited to living organisms? Drawing on the work of Joseph Campbell, James …

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Right Where You Are Sitting Now #2 - Routine Excercise 6:27:22

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"You can't have feelings alone" - William Burroughs, Naked Lunch

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Right Where You Are Sitting Now #2 - Routine Excercise 6:27:22

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"You can't have feelings alone" - William Burroughs, Naked Lunch

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Right Where You Are Sitting Now #1 - My Past, Like A Terrible River 3:43:46

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Works covered: And The Hippos Were Boiled In Their Tanks Junky: The Definitve Text Of Junk Queer Yage Redux

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Right Where You Are Sitting Now #1 - My Past, Like A Terrible River 3:43:46

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Works covered: And The Hippos Were Boiled In Their Tanks Junky: The Definitve Text Of Junk Queer Yage Redux

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How Plants Think & What It Teaches us about Consciousness | Infinite Now Ch17 32:26

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What is plant intelligence? What is thought without a brain? Although many will react strongly against the notion of plant consciousness, it does nonetheless remain a profound field of academic enquiry. From Mimosa to mycelial networks, we explore how plants and mushrooms challenge our understanding of thought, intelligence, consciousness and even …

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SFULTRA #35 - Beasts - John Crowley 1:20:04

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"The elementary unit of language — the statement — is the order-word. Rather than common sense, a faculty for the centralization of information, we must define an abominable faculty consisting in emitting, receiving, and transmitting order-words. Language is made not to be believed but to be obeyed, and to compel obedience...Words are not tools, bu…

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SFULTRA #35 - Beasts - John Crowley 1:20:04

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"The elementary unit of language — the statement — is the order-word. Rather than common sense, a faculty for the centralization of information, we must define an abominable faculty consisting in emitting, receiving, and transmitting order-words. Language is made not to be believed but to be obeyed, and to compel obedience...Words are not tools, bu…

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Shannon Murphy and DoP Annika Summerson on Dope Girls, with Illuminatrix and FOMO House 54:16

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Recorded live at a Directors UK members event, in partnership with Illuminatrix and FOMO House, director Shannon Murphy and DoP Annika Summerson explore their recent collaboration on BBC drama Dope Girls, in a live discussion moderated by DoP Susanne Salavati.Shannon and Annika share how their creative partnership evolved during filming.Image Credi…

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The Black Pool with Tim MacGabhann 2:03:04

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To celebrate the release of his memoir The Black Pool on May 22nd, I spent 2 hours boring my close friend Tim MacGabhann into unconsciousness. Book launch details: 6pm, May 22nd in Hodges Figgis Dublin. Click here to read an extract that became the opening chapter: https://thedublinreview.com/article/the-black-pool/ Link to preorder or buy The Blac…

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The Black Pool with Tim MacGabhann 2:03:04

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To celebrate the release of his memoir The Black Pool on May 22nd, I spent 2 hours boring my close friend Tim MacGabhann into unconsciousness. Book launch details: 6pm, May 22nd in Hodges Figgis Dublin. Click here to read an extract that became the opening chapter: https://thedublinreview.com/article/the-black-pool/ Link to preorder or buy The Blac…

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Which Brain Can See The Most Reality? | Infinite Now Ch16 31:21

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Beneath what you see lies a structure shaped by consciousness—a hidden universe born not of matter, but of relation, attention, and limitation. In this episode, we follow a path from ordinary space and time to extraordinary insight: where a single shape in an endless desert opens up worlds, and where perspective reveals not just what’s seen, but wh…

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SFULTRA #34 - Holy Lacrimony - Michael DeForge 1:28:56

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"You get under my skin I don't find it irritating, You always play to win but I won't need rehabilitating oh no" - Another Girl Another Planet, The Only Ones

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SFULTRA #34 - Holy Lacrimony - Michael DeForge 1:28:56

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"You get under my skin I don't find it irritating, You always play to win but I won't need rehabilitating oh no" - Another Girl Another Planet, The Only Ones

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DUBLIN EVENT MAY 10th - Barbaric Genius Extended Cut Screening/ Director Q+A/ Vsevolod Plotkin Noise Set 10:16

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Full details of the event are here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/event-dublin-may-127442825

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DUBLIN EVENT MAY 10th - Barbaric Genius Extended Cut Screening/ Director Q+A/ Vsevolod Plotkin Noise Set 10:16

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Full details of the event are here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/event-dublin-may-127442825

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Does CONSCIOUSNESS have a Limit? | Infinite Now Ch15 21:15

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Sentience vs. Sapience: Understanding the Boundaries of Consciousness. How can we measure awareness in different species? While the structure of a species' nervous system may provide insight, are the lines of consciousness that easily drawn? Join us as we delve into the complexities and implications of consciousness measurement. Act 2 - Chapter 15:…

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Deep Territory #12 - Front Toward Enemy 2:14:20

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“Thank god skin-patch is nearly gone And the impress of fingers dead Have disappeared and left me alone That one night I did not put jackboots on Don't want to end Reflection It's still there, though I am gone” - The Fall, Bremen Nacht

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Deep Territory #12 - Front Toward Enemy 2:14:20

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“Thank god skin-patch is nearly gone And the impress of fingers dead Have disappeared and left me alone That one night I did not put jackboots on Don't want to end Reflection It's still there, though I am gone” - The Fall, Bremen Nacht

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Working with a Casting Director: A Masterclass on Queenie 1:19:27

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Get a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the casting process behind Channel 4 series, Queenie, in the latest episode of the Directors UK Podcast.Recorded live at our career development masterclass last Autumn, Director (episodes 1-4) Joelle Mae David, Casting Director Aisha Bywaters, and lead actor Dionne Brown, explore the show’s approach to casting. …

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Shiray & Gillies Kaka 🇳🇿 | Episode 36 1:02:25

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Hosts Dallen Stanford & Robin MacDowell are joined by legends Shiray & Gillies Kaka for #RugbyHive Episode 36. Shiray Kaka is a Black Ferns 7s sensation representing New Zealand on the world stage since 2013, earning recognition for her incredible work rate and try-scoring ability. She has been a key player in the Black Ferns 7s success, winning a …

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The Ace Records Podcast #32 Keb Darge 59:08

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The Ace Records Podcast #32 Keb Darge by Ace RecordsBy Ace Records

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Deep Territory #9 - Lanark - Alasdair Gray 6:36:39

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"My friends, you should not live like this." - Chekhov, when asked what his plays were supposed to convey. "For we know that if our earthly house, this tent, is destroyed, we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens." - II Corinthians, 5:1 NKJV

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Deep Territory #9 - Lanark - Alasdair Gray 6:36:39

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"My friends, you should not live like this." - Chekhov, when asked what his plays were supposed to convey. "For we know that if our earthly house, this tent, is destroyed, we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens." - II Corinthians, 5:1 NKJV

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Is Consciousness Beyond the Limits of Science? | Infinite Now Ch14 35:14

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From the hard problem of consciousness to integrated information theory, humanity has desperately tried to understand the bounds of consciousness. But can it be reduced to a numerical value? Join us as we explore the complexities and the implications of measuring consciousness. Act 2 - Chapter 14: The Many Pages Of Perspective Full Series Podcast, …

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In Conversation: Sean Baker on Anora 55:13

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Sean Baker is In Conversation with Ian Haydn Smith on directing Anora. Sean shares his experience casting and working with Mikey Madison, what it was like shooting on a tight budget, and how the story grew from the film's locations.Image credit: Christopher AndreouBy Directors UK

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In Conversation: John Crowley on We Live In Time 55:49

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John Crowley is on the Directors UK Podcast speaking to Anna Bogutskaya on what went into directing We Live In Time.John shares his experience in the edit, his approach to rehearsals, as well as what challenges come from working on a non-linear story.By Directors UK

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Deep Territory #8 - The Erstwhile - Brian Catling 1:27:40

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‘Blake is always unexpected. If you think you know all the works, you’re wrong. There’s always something that comes up; if it’s not a new work, then an old work will appear in a different kind of way. There are certain works I’m completely obsessed by and I don’t know how he made them. I don’t know how he made them at that time because there’s noth…

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Deep Territory #8 - The Erstwhile - Brian Catling 1:27:40

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‘Blake is always unexpected. If you think you know all the works, you’re wrong. There’s always something that comes up; if it’s not a new work, then an old work will appear in a different kind of way. There are certain works I’m completely obsessed by and I don’t know how he made them. I don’t know how he made them at that time because there’s noth…

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In Conversation: Brady Corbet and Sam Mendes on The Brutalist 59:05

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Brady Corbet is on the Directors UK Podcast, In Conversation with Sam Mendes on what went into directing The Brutalist.Brady reflects on the importance of a director’s creative vision, and his journey bringing this epic story to screen.By Directors UK

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In Conversation: Greg Kwedar on Sing Sing 58:24

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Greg Kwedar shares the work that went into directing his latest film Sing Sing.A stirring true story featuring an ensemble cast of formerly incarcerated actors, Greg talks about how he worked with the cast to translate real experiences into powerful scenes, and how he practised filmmaking “in community” on the set.…

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In Conversation: Ellen Kuras on Lee 1:02:54

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Ellen Kuras speaks about what went into directing her latest film Lee, which tells the true story of American photographer Lee Miller on her quest to document the truth of the Nazi regime.Ellen discusses what sparked her interest in Lee Miller’s work, her approach to telling a story through images, and her commitment to telling this story from a wo…

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In Conversation: Jesse Eisenberg on A Real Pain 54:05

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Recorded live at our In Conversation members event in December 2024, Jesse Eisenberg is on the Directors UK Podcast speaking to Sandra Hebron about his latest film A Real Pain.Jesse shares his process, how his work as an actor prepared him for directing, and the risks he’s glad to have taken as a filmmaker.…

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In Conversation: Shiori Itô and Jeanie Finlay on Black Box Diaries 43:37

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On the Directors UK Podcast, journalist and filmmaker Shiori Itô discusses her debut feature documentary Black Box Diaries, In Conversation with Jeanie Finlay.Shiori shares how the documentary format gave her more freedom to tell her own story, and helped facilitate her own investigation into her sexual assault in an effort to prosecute her high-pr…

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In Conversation: Robert Eggers on Nosferatu 1:02:07

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Recorded live at our In Conversation member event in November 2024, Robert Eggers speaks to Sandra Hebron about what went into directing his latest film Nosferatu.Robert talks about the evolution of his distinctive style, working with collaborators to craft a dark gothic nightmare, and how his love of the 1920’s classic led to this terrifying reima…

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Deep Territory #5 - Crash - J.G. Ballard 5:15:42

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“So many great books have drowned in respect” - Iain Sinclair, Crash “Vaughn never been a duck-and-diver He spit on the mic, yuck, saliva Hold it like a truck driver hold a CB on a sharp turn Still clutchin' his chest from the heartburn…” - Viktor Vaughn, Saliva "Into the thundering cannon and into the murdering gun" - William Blake, Jerusalem…

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Deep Territory #5 - Crash - J.G. Ballard 5:15:42

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“So many great books have drowned in respect” - Iain Sinclair, Crash “Vaughn never been a duck-and-diver He spit on the mic, yuck, saliva Hold it like a truck driver hold a CB on a sharp turn Still clutchin' his chest from the heartburn…” - Viktor Vaughn, Saliva "Into the thundering cannon and into the murdering gun" - William Blake, Jerusalem…

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Deep Territory #4 - Passion Of New Eve - Angela Carter 3:01:42

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"And in Hell beneath & a mighty & awful change threatend the Earth. The American War began. All its dark horrors passed before my face..." - William Blake, Letter to John Flaxman September 12 1800 I'm joined on this episode by fellow Live At The Death Factory host and writer Astrid Rose, whose work you can find here: https://astridannerose.gumroad.…

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Deep Territory #4 - Passion Of New Eve - Angela Carter 3:01:42

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"And in Hell beneath & a mighty & awful change threatend the Earth. The American War began. All its dark horrors passed before my face..." - William Blake, Letter to John Flaxman September 12 1800 I'm joined on this episode by fellow Live At The Death Factory host and writer Astrid Rose, whose work you can find here: https://astridannerose.gumroad.…

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In Conversation: Edward Berger and Susanna White on Conclave 1:00:39

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Recorded live at our In Conversation members event in November 2024, director Edward Berger speaks to Susanna White on his latest film Conclave.(Image credit: Christopher Andreou)By Directors UK

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Krissy Scurfield 🇨🇦 | Episode 35 1:00:34

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Hosts Dallen Stanford & Robin MacDowell are joined by legend Krissy Scurfield for #RugbyHive Episode 35. Scurfield is a Canadian rugby sensation who played a pivotal role in securing a Silver Medal for Rugby Canada at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Known for her electric speed and unmatched resilience, Krissy’s rise to the top of international rugby…

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In Conversation: Jon M. Chu and Josie Rourke on Wicked 46:50

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Recorded live at our In Conversation event in November 2024, director Jon M. Chu speaks to Josie Rourke on his latest film Wicked. Jon shares how his upbringing informed his approach to storytelling, directing music on screen, and his experience casting the film.By Directors UK

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In Conversation: Marielle Heller and Tinge Krishnan on Nightbitch 58:28

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In this episode of the Directors UK Podcast, Nightbitch director Marielle Heller speaks to fellow director Tinge Krishnan on the film’s surreal visuals, making a successful novel your own as a director, and working with children.Please note there is strong language in this episode.(Image credit: Christopher Andreou)…

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Deep Territory #2 - The Vorrh - B Catling 2:34:44

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"...writing could provide me with the means of so radically outwitting myself that I could bring my hidden experiences, my unadmitted self into view." - Raymond Roussel

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Deep Territory #2 - The Vorrh - B Catling 2:34:44

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"...writing could provide me with the means of so radically outwitting myself that I could bring my hidden experiences, my unadmitted self into view." - Raymond Roussel

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In Conversation: Coralie Fargeat and Ti West on The Substance 1:00:26

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In this special bonus In Conversation discussion, Coralie Fargeat speaks to fellow director Ti West on her latest film, The Substance.The two speak about the importance of trusting your vision as a director, the huge effort that goes into getting visual effects right, and so much more.By Directors UK

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In Conversation: Lyttanya Shannon and Zoe Hines on Sweet Bobby 53:28

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Recorded live at our In Conversation event in November 2024, Lyttanya Shannon spoke to Board member Zoe Hines about her newest documentary Sweet Bobby.Lyttanya shares what it was like adapting a hugely popular podcast to the screen, how she approached interviewing the documentary’s subjects, and more.…

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In Conversation: Steve McQueen and Jessica Hobbs on Blitz 52:49

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Recorded live at our In Conversation event in October 2024, Academy Award-winning director Steve McQueen speaks to Jessica Hobbs about his latest film, Blitz, on the Directors UK Podcast.Steve shares what goes into making a British epic, how he brought the cosmopolitan London of the past to life, and why he enjoys taking risks as a filmmaker.(Image…