Best Derek Knight Podcasts (2025)

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573: Joachim Trier & Stellan Skarsgård On The Music Of Sentimental Value [Everyman Soundtracking Film Club Live] 36:27

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As promised, we have a second episode of Soundtracking for you this Boxing Day, as Joachim Trier and Stellan Skarsgard join us to discuss Sentimental Value, which is on general release in the UK as of now. Addressing themes of intergenerational trauma, nepotism and suicide, Sentimental Value follows a fractured relationship between an acclaimed dir…

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572: Josh Safdie On The Music Of Marty Supreme 43:13

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It’s a Boxing Day bonus, as we bring you not one but two episodes of Soundtracking in the spirit of festive cheer. First up is Josh Safdie, co-writer, producer and director of Marty Supreme, the film which has been wowing critics across the globe with five star review after five star review. Then, after you've polished off your Christmas Day leftov…

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Gypsy Joe Smith 44:20

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Liam Galvin & Yvette Rowland of 'British Gangsters' talk to Gypsy Joe Smith about his Unlicensed Boxing career! Joe has had 100's of bare knuckle fights, been to prison, & has had a successful golfing career! He also talks about unlicensed boxing legends: Johnny Frankham, Roy Shaw, Lenny McLean, Jimmy Stockin & Bartley Gorman - Gypsy Joe Smith ia F…

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#841: Arthur Brooks — Finding The Meaning of Your Life, The Poet's Protocol, The Holy Half-Hour, and Why Your Suffering is Sacred 2:10:02

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Arthur C. Brooks is a professor at the Harvard Kennedy School and the Harvard Business School, where he teaches courses on leadership and happiness. His next book, The Meaning of Your Life: Finding Purpose in an Age of Emptiness, will be released on March 31, 2026. This episode is brought to you by: Humann’s SuperBeets Sport for endurance and recov…

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571: Warren Ellis On The Music Of The Death Of Bunny Munro (And His Dogs!) 51:15

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Our latest episode of Soundtracking sees a welcome return to the podcast for the legend that is Warren Ellis, who joins us to discuss his score for The Death Of Bunny Munro, which he composed with Nick Cave. Based on Nick's novel, The Death Of Bunny Munro stars Matt Smith as a salesman who takes his son on a road trip around Sussex after his wife's…

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570: Nia DaCosta On The Music Of Hedda 44:09

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Our latest guest on Soundtracking is Nia DaCosta, who joins us to discuss her film Hedda, which is streaming now on Amazon Prime as well as other home entertainment platforms. Based on the Henrik Ibsen play, Hedda stars former Soundtracking guests Tessa Thompson and Tom Bateman among a fine cast, and centres around a lavish party in which personal …

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#840: Bill Gurley — Investing in The AI Era, 10 Days in China, and Important Life Lessons from Bob Dylan, Jerry Seinfeld, MrBeast, and More 2:10:09

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Bill Gurley (@bgurley) is a general partner at Benchmark, a leading venture capital firm in Silicon Valley. His new book is Runnin’ Down a Dream: How to Thrive in a Career You Actually Love. This episode is brought to you by: Momentous high-quality creatine for cognitive and muscular support Our Place’s Titanium Always Pan® Pro using nonstick techn…

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Joe Pyle 36:39

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'British Gangsters' Liam Galvin & Yvette Rowland talk about Joe Pyle who was a Gangland Boss & Unlicensed Boxing Promoter. In this episode his son Joe Pyle Jnr, talks about his relationship with his Father at a Tribute Night at Caesars in Streatham when Joe Snr was fighting illness - we also hear from iconic Crime figures: Fred Foreman, Great Train…

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569: Kathryn Bigelow, Rebecca Ferguson, Volker Bertelmann, Noah Oppenheim & Greg Shapiro On A House Of Dynamite [CONTAINS SPOILERS] 34:56

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We're very excited to be bringing you this latest episode, recorded in front of an audience as part of our Everyman Soundtracking film club. Edith was joined on stage by Kathryn Bigelow, Noah Oppenheim, Greg Shapiro, Rebecca Ferguson and Volker Bertelmann after a screening of Kathryn's Netflix film, A House Of Dynamite. Told non-chronologically and…

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568: Alex Russell & Archie Madekwe On The Music Of Lurker 17:30

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Our latest guests on Soundtracking are Alex Russell and Archie Madekwe, who join us to discuss Alex's debut feature, Lurker. Archie stars as Oliver, a rising pop musician who is befriended by a fan who infiltrates Oliver's inner circle, becoming an evermore disturbing presence.By Edith Bowman

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217 - RENN FAIRE'S, THE MUMMY 4, CALL OF DUTY MOVIE 43:57

16d ago43:57

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This week, Ahsohn and Derek are recapping Derek's trip to the renn faire, a new mummy reboot, and a live-action Call of Duty movie in the works. Plus, all the latest news! Check ot out wherever you get your pods!By Ahsohn Williams

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#839: Dr. Fei-Fei Li, The Godmother of AI — Asking Audacious Questions, Civilizational Technology, and Finding Your North Star 1:18:29

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Dr. Fei-Fei Li (@drfeifei) is the inaugural Sequoia Professor in the Computer Science Department at Stanford University, a founding co-director of Stanford’s Human-Centered AI Institute, and the co-founder and CEO of World Labs, a generative AI company focusing on Spatial Intelligence. She is the author of The Worlds I See: Curiosity, Exploration, …

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567: Kate Winslet, Joe Anders, Ben Harlan & James Taylor On The Music Of Goodbye June 29:54

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Our latest episode of Soundtracking involves a lovely conversation between Kate Winslet, her son Joe Anders, composer Ben Harlan and music supervisor James Taylor, who join us to discuss Kate's directorial debut Goodbye June, which Joe wrote. Goodbye June tells the story of a family who gather around their dying mother at Christmas, confronting the…

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Paul Knight - 10 Years in Broadmoor! 45:08

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Paul Knight was in Broadmoor with Terrorists, Rapists & Murderers for almost 10 years! For the First time since his release Paul goes back to Broadmoor with 'British Gangsters' Liam Galvin, Yvette Rowland & BrendanMcGirr! Paul talks about taking people hostage, being tasered, attempted murder, Kate Kray visiting Ronnie Kray & a murder that took pla…

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566: George Clooney, Adam Sandler & Noah Baumbach On The Music Of Jay Kelly 45:47

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We have yet another bonus episode of Soundtracking for you, celebrating the release of Noah Baumbach's comedy, Jay Kelly. First up is Noah himself, then leading men George Clooney and Adam Sandler. Jay Kelly tells the story of the titular movie star and his devoted manager, Ron (played by George and Adam), who embark on an unexpectedly profound jou…

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565: Carmen Emmi, Russell Tovey & Tom Blyth On Plainclothes 27:05

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Every now and again on Soundtracking, we share an interview which doesn't refer to music at all - and that's the case with this bonus episode with Carmen Emmi, Russell Tovey and Tom Blyth. But they joined Edith to discuss such a beautiful film about such an important story that we wanted to bring it to you on the podcast anyway, as well as our yout…

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#838: The Random Show — The 2–2–2 Rule, The Future of AI, Bioelectric Medicine, Surviving Modern Dating, The Promises of DORAs for Alzheimer’s, and Wisdom from Anthony de Mello 1:51:56

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Welcome to another wide-ranging "Random Show" episode that I recorded with my close friend Kevin Rose (digg.com)! This episode is brought to you by: Qlosi prescription eye drop used to treat age-related blurry near vision (presbyopia) in adults: https://Qlosi.com/Tim David Protein Bars with 28g of protein, 150 calories, and 0g of sugar: https://dav…

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564: The Duffer Brothers On The Music Of Stranger Things 36:25

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Our latest guests on Soundtracking are Matt and Ross Duffer, creators of the epic Netflix sensation, Stranger Things, which has just entered in its fifth and final season. To summarise very briefly, Stranger Things tells the story of a group of young friends in In 1980s Indiana, who encounter supernatural forces and expose secret government exploit…

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Derek Diablo Alvarez 34:12

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Derek 'Diablo' Alvarez talks to Liam Galvin & Yvette Rowland of 'British Gangsters' about being a USA Football Hooligan, his fight with Tommy R, skinhead culture, shooting to fame on Vice TV, being in prison, gang fights & much more! He is very entertaining! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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563: Nick Rowland An Taron Egerton On She Rides Shotgun 46:12

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Our latest bonus guests on Soundtracking with Nick Rowland and Taron Egerton, who join us to discuss Nick's latest film, She Rides Shotgun, which you can watch now on Amazon Prime. In it, Taron stars as a newly released ex-con marked for death by unrelenting enemies, who must protect his estranged 11-year-old daughter at all costs. As with Nick's p…

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#837: How to Simplify Your Life in 2026 — New Tips from Derek Sivers, Seth Godin, and Martha Beck 32:18

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As we head into the new year, many of us feel like we’re drowning in invisible complexity. So I wanted to hit pause and ask a simple question: What are 1-3 decisions that could dramatically simplify my life in 2026? To explore that, I invited three close friends and long-time listener favorites—Derek Sivers, Seth Godin, and Martha Beck. This episod…

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Chris Thrall 1:01:01

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Ex Royal Marine Commando Chris Thrall & author of the bestselling memoir 'Eating Smoke' tells Liam Galvin & Yvette Rowland of 'British Gangsters!' of his time in Hong Kong working the doors for the 14K, Hong Kong’s most ruthless brotherhood - the beatings, the revenge attacks & how he thought he was going to be killed by The Triads! Hosted on Acast…

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562: Rian Johnson On The Music Of Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery 34:18

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It's a very welcome return to Soundtracking for Rian Johnson, who joins us to discuss the third of his Knives Out mysteries, Wake Up Dead Man. Starring Daniel Craig as master detective Benoit Blanc, the extraordinary ensemble cast includes Josh O'Connor, Glenn Close, Josh Brolin, Mila Kunis, Andrew Scott, Jeremy Renner and Thomas Haden Church. In t…

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561: Rebecca Miller On Her Documentary, Mr Scorsese 35:49

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Our latest guest on Soundtracking is Rebecca Miller, in an interview we originally put on our youtube channel, Soundtracking Extra, but wanted to share with you on the podcast. Rebecca is the director of Mr Scorsese, a beautifully compelling, honest and comprehensive documentary series about Marty's life and work, which is streaming now on Apple TV…

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#836: The 4-Hour Workweek Principles — 13 Mistakes to Avoid, The Art of Mini-Retirements, and Navigating the Dizziness of Freedom 1:37:45

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This time around, we have a bit of a different format, featuring the book that started it all for me, The 4-Hour Workweek. Readers and listeners often ask me what I would change or update, but an equally interesting question is: what wouldn’t I change? What stands the test of time and hasn’t lost any potency? This episode features three of the most…

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560: Guillermo del Toro & Alexandre Desplat On The Music Of Frankenstein 39:10

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It's a Frankenstein special on our latest episode of Soundtracking, as first Guillermo del Toro and then composer Alexandre Desplat join us to discuss their collaboration on the Netflix reimagining. Starring Oscar Isaac, Jacob Elordi, Mia Goth and Christoph Waltz, Frankenstein is a beautiful interpretation of the classic tale, brought to life by Gu…

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Ray Bishop 34:00

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Liam Galvin, Yvette Rowland & Brendan McGirr of 'British Gangsters' talk to Ray Bishop! Ex armed Robber, people smuggler & Britain's Most Wanted Man, Ray tells the brutal truth of his life outside the law, being banged up in 31 prisons with serial killers like Robert Maudsley! It's real, it's funny, it's the story of redemption from the man who was…

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216 - Spooky Movies, MK ULTRA TV Show, Robert Eggers' Werewulf 1:15:19

1M ago1:15:19

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This week, Ahsohn and Derek are talking about the movies they watched during spooky season, a new TV series about MK Ultra from the creator of The Sopranos, and MORE! Check it out whereber you get your pods!By Ahsohn Williams

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559: Jonny Greenwood On His Score For One Battle After Another 54:32

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Jonny emails Edith on Monday to say his available to chat about his score for One Battle After Another between Radiohead duties, and we bring it to you at the first opportunity. This is a fabulous deep dive into his process and the imagination and innovation he brings to his film work. Enjoy!By Edith Bowman

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558: Edgar Wright On The Music Of The Running Man 42:36

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Edgar makes a welcome return to Soundtracking to discuss his take on Stephen King's novel, The Running Man. Very much not a remake of the 1987 movie, it remains faithful to King's novel, and features an incredible array of needle drops to compliment Steven Price's score. This is the first of two bonus episodes with total legends in quick succession…

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#835: Ben Patrick (KneesOverToesGuy) — 20-Minute Workouts That Produce Wild Results, From Chronic Knee Pain to Dunking Basketballs, Lessons from Charles Poliquin, Bulletproofing the Lower Body, and More ... 1:37:03

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Ben Patrick, better known as “Kneesovertoesguy” (@kneesovertoesguy), is the founder of Athletic Truth Group (ATG), an online and brick-and-mortar training system rooted in rehabilitative strength and joint health. After years of debilitating knee and shin pain (including multiple surgeries), he rebuilt his body and performance, going from a sub-20″…

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Jon Wedger 35:15

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Ex Scotland Yard Whistleblower Jon Wedger talks to Liam Galvin, Yvette Rowland & Brendan McGirr of 'British Gangsters' about his personal trauma in the Police, the vile things that take place in an autopsy, almost being killed by a suicide jumper, his problems with authority, interviewing the mother of Baby P & much more! More to come with Jon on o…

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557: Lynne Ramsay & Raife Burchell On The Music Of Die My Love 51:07

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Our latest guests on Soundtracking is Lynne Ramsay and music supervisor Raife Burchell who join us to discuss their collaboration on Lynne's latest film, Die My Love. Starring Jennifer Lawrence, Robert Pattinson, Sissy Spacek and Nick Nolte, it tells the story of a writer and mother who slps into psychosis following the birth of her child after she…

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556: Ronan Day-Lewis On The Music Of Anemone 33:17

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Our latest in a long line of bonus guests on Soundtracking is Ronan Day Lewis, who joins Edith to discuss his directorial feature debut Anemone, which he co-wrote with his dad, Daniel Day-Lewis. Starring Daniel. Sean Bean and Samantha Morten, it tells the story of two estranged brothers who meet at a primitive cabin in northern England, where tensi…

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#834: David Baszucki, Co-Founder of Roblox — The Path to 150M+ Daily Users, Critical Business Decisions, Ketogenic Therapy for Brain Health, Daily Routines, The Roblox Economy, and More 1:55:56

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David Baszucki is the founder and CEO of Roblox. TIME named Roblox one of the “100 Most Influential Companies,” and it has been recognized by Fast Company for innovation on their “Most Innovative Companies” and “Most Innovative Companies in Gaming” lists. This episode is brought to you by: Qlosi prescription eye drop used to treat age-related blurr…

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555: Clint Bentley, Bryce Dessner and Adolpho Veloso On The Music Of Train Dreams 45:21

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Something a little different for you on our latest episode of Soundtracking, as we approach our latest film from 3 perspectives, all of which are obviously very much focussed on the same objective. Namely, to make the best movie that they can. And boy, have our guests succeeded. Netflix's Train Dreams is co-written and directed by Clint Bentley, wh…

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38 Years Behind Bars! 35:16

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Liam Galvin & Yvette Rowland of 'British Gangsters' talk to Tony Thompson Ex Police Superintendent about the case of Clive Freeman who is now into his 38th year in prison for a murder he did not commit, convicted on a theory of murder that is now challenged by the world’s most eminent pathologists.His case represents the UK’s longest-running miscar…

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554: Edward Berger On The Music Of Ballad Of A Small Player 29:54

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The bonuses keep on coming here on Soundtracking, as Edward Berger makes a welcome return to discuss his new film, Ballad Of A Small Player, which is streaming right now on Netflix. Starring Colin Farrell and Tilda Swinton, it tells the story of a high-stakes gambler lying low(ish) in Macau, who can't quite hide from his past.…

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#833: Jack Canfield — Selling 600+ Million Books, Success Principles, and How He Made The 4-Hour Workweek Happen 1:37:36

2M ago1:37:36

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Jack Canfield is the coauthor of more than two hundred books, including, The Success Principles™: How to Get from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be and the Chicken Soup for the Soul® series, which includes forty New York Times bestsellers and which has sold more than 600 million copies in 50-plus languages around the world. This episode is brou…

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553: Yorgos Lanthimos & Will Tracy On The Music Of Bugonia 26:17

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Our latest guests on Soundtracking are director Yorgos Lanthimos and screenwriter Will Tracy, who join me to discuss their collaboration on Bugonia. A remake of the 2003 South Korean film, Save The Green Planet, it follows the story of two men who kidnap the CEO of a pharmaceutical company, convinced she is an alien intent on destroying Earth.…

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Bernie Fineman 37:16

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Bernie Fineman worked with The Krays as a mechanic for all their cars. He gives 'British Gangsters; Liam Galvin, Yvette Rowland & Brendan McGirr the inside story of what Ron & Reg were like - how they helped his family & what sort of cars the Krays loved. Knuckle Dusters, Baseball Bats, Iron bars & chains were just some of the items that were kept …

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552: Scott Cooper, Jeremy Allen White, Odessa Young & Jeremy Strong on the music of Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere 50:03

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Boy, do we have a treat for you on our latest episode of Soundtracking, as four of the key players from the biopic Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere join us to discuss the film. First up is director Scott Cooper, followed by leading man Jeremy Allen White (who stars as Bruce, of course), Jeremy Strong, who plays his manager Jon Landau, and Odess…

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215 - Sacramento Boats Rides, EA Games Sale, Wolverine Video Game 52:39

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This week, Ahsohn and Derek are catchin' up on video game news! Check it out wherever you get your pods!By Ahsohn Williams

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#832: The Return of The Lion Tracker — Boyd Varty on The Wild Man Within, Nature’s Hidden Wisdom, and How to Feel Fully Alive 2:02:31

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Boyd Varty is the founder of Track Your Life, which offers a limited number of premium retreats in South Africa’s bushveld, and author of one of my favorite books, The Lion Tracker’s Guide to Life. As a fourth-generation custodian of Londolozi Game Reserve, Boyd grew up with lions, leopards, snakes, and elephants and has spent his life in apprentic…

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#831: Frank Miller, Comic Book Legend — Creative Process, The Dark Knight Returns, Sin City, 300, and Much More 1:32:12

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Frank Miller is regarded as one of the most influential and awarded creators. He began his career in comics in the late 1970s, first gaining notoriety as the artist, and later writer, of Daredevil for Marvel Comics. Next, came the science-fiction samurai drama Ronin, followed by the groundbreaking Batman: The Dark Knight Returns and Batman: Year On…

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551: Derek Cianfrance On The Music Of Roofman 38:43

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Our latest guest on Soundtracking is Derek Cianfrance, co-writer and director of the comedy crime thriller, Roofman, who returns to the podcast after a decade's absence. Based loosely on his life, it tells the story of spree-robber Jeffrey Manchester, who his out undetected in a Toys R Us having escaped prison.…

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Irish Gangsters! 36:43

2M ago36:43

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London Gangland has been full of Irish heritage Gangsters from Billy Hill to Ray Bishop! - A new Book by Andy Nolan called 'Green Bloods' is out now featuring stories about: The Krays, Billy Hill, Bobby Cummines, Terry Ellis, 'Razor' Smith, The Emmett's & many more! Andy talks to Liam Galvin, Yvette Rowland & Brendan McGirr of 'British Gangsters' b…

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550: Aziz Ansari On The Music Of Good Fortune (Live at Everyman Soundtracking Film Club 42:23

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Our latest guest on Soundtracking is Aziz Ansari, who joins Edith live in front of an audience at Whiteley's Everyman for one of our Everyman Soundtracking Film clubs following a screening of his film, Good Fortune, which he wrote, produced, directed AND appears in. Also starring Seth Rogan, Sandra Oh and former guest on Soundtracking, Keanu Reeves…

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550: Joachim Rønning & Jared Leto On The Music Of Tron: Ares 32:40

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Our latest guests on Soundtracking are Joachim Rønning and Jared Leto, respectively the director and star in the latest installment of the Tron series, Ares. In it, two rival companies compete to harness AI technology for very different reasons, with Jared's character from the digital realm entering the real world on the instruction of his programm…

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Sacha Wall 37:02

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Sacha Wall was an Ex Page 3 Model, London City Broker, Ibiza Agent & DJ - now Istreem co Founder & Presenter - she talks to Liam Galvin, Yvette Rowland & Brendan McGirr of 'British Gangsters' about Raving, Hard House, the Underground scene & her time as a Bar Lady at the infamous Raquel's where Leah Betts took Ecstasy. She gives the inside story of…