Best Ell Samuels Podcasts (2026)

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Joe Keery 48:58

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Joe Keery came out of seemingly nowhere with STRANGER THINGS. Now as the show concludes, he's set up for success with new acting opportunities, a burgeoning music career as Djo, and more! UPCOMING EVENTS 1/6 in New York -- Tom Hiddleston -- ⁠⁠⁠tickets here⁠⁠⁠ 1/7 in New York -- Jennifer Lawrence -- ⁠⁠⁠tickets here⁠⁠⁠ Check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Ryan Coogler 1:00:47

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It's not overstating anything to say Ryan Coogler is the future of cinema. Not yet 40, the filmmaker's credits speak for themselves, FRUITVALE STATION, CREED, BLACK PANTHER, WAKANDA FOREVER, and now SINNERS. He joins Josh to talk about all of it, why he's in love with film over digital, and what it will mean to him to call action on Denzel Washingt…

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Walker Scobell 53:30

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Walker Scobell takes centerstage for this very exciting live event recorded at the 92nd Street Y! Walker talks about his PERCY JACKSON beginnings, highlights of season 2, teases the next season, and geeks out with Josh about Marvel and DC. UPCOMING EVENTS 1/6 in New York -- Tom Hiddleston -- ⁠tickets here⁠ 1/7 in New York -- Jennifer Lawrence -- ⁠t…

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Alia Shawkat 55:29

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Alia Shawkat was just 14 when she started on ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT and yet somehow she was a scene-stealer among the likes of Jason Bateman and David Cross. Since then she's charted a path across many a great independent film, a prolific painting career, the beloved series SEARCH PARTY, and now her new film, ATROPIA. UPCOMING EVENTS Tom Hiddleston 1…

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Plato’s Retreat 20 December 2025

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It's the final Plato's of the year! Fear not dear listener, Kris, Rob, and guests will return on the 10th January 2026. Many thanks as ever to show sponsor Hallertau for their support and ice old beers!

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Will Arnett, Vol. II 48:08

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We all know Will Arnett as one of the funniest and sharpest talents from his comedies (ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT) and podcasting juggernaut (SMARTLESS) but with IS THIS THING ON?, he's showing off his dramatic side and earning the best reviews of his career. He joins Josh to talk about returning to his dramatic roots, what he considers peak ARRESTED DEV…

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Jason Fuchs 51:45

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As IT: WELCOME TO DERRY concludes it's first season Josh welcomes co-showrunner for some spoiler talk plus his Jason's adventures through Hollywood screenwriting, from the disappointment of PAN to the triumph of WONDER WOMAN. UPCOMING EVENTS Sam Heughan 12/15 in New Jersey -- ⁠Tickets here⁠ Walker Scobell 12/19 in NYC -- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tickets here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Plato’s Retreat 13 December 2025

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Kris McFang and Rob Bollix bring in a show filled with Plato's Retreat firsts: The first metal song played (as requested by Plato's youngest avid fan Louis who joins the team in studio), the first Phil Collins cover, and the first UK Grime special which runs for the last 30 minutes of the show. Many thanks to sponsors Hallertau for their support an…

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Judge Amy McGowan 36:02

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Her Honour Judge Amy McGowan of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia takes us through her compelling and diverse legal career, from her start as a solicitor and her impactful time in the not-for-profit sector, all the way to her significant role as a Senior Judicial Registrar before her appointment as a judge. She offers essential wisd…

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Elle Fanning, Vol. II 53:10

14d ago53:10

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She's an amazing actor and a self-proclaimed Happy Sad Confused fan to boot so of course we love Elle Fanning around here. She returns to the podcast to chat about her amazing 1-2 punch of SENTIMENTAL VALUE and PREDATOR: BADLANDS, plus finally working with Dakota Fanning, and much more. UPCOMING EVENTS Sam Heughan 12/15 in New Jersey -- ⁠Tickets he…

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Guillermo del Toro, Vol. IV 52:04

25d ago52:04

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We throw around words like visionary but Guillermo del Toro is a real one. He joins Josh to talk about his ultimate passion project, FRANKENSTEIN, and everything from his lost JUSTICE LEAGUE DARK film, to the time Tom Cruise almost starred in PACIFIC RIM. UPCOMING EVENTS Walker Scobell 12/19 in NYC -- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tickets here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Plato’s Retreat 6 December 2025

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Thanks to Hallertau Brewery!

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Renate Reinsve 50:53

21d ago50:53

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With THE WORST PERSON IN THE WORLD, Renate Reinsve announced her arrival as a star and with SENTIMENTAL VALUE, she has only cemented her status as one of the most captivating talents working today. Here she joins Josh to talk about the Joachiem Trier experience, why she was kicked out of home and school, and why Marvel isn't for her. UPCOMING EVENT…

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Mia Goth 52:41

1M ago52:41

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Mia Goth makes an impression. From NYMPHOMANIAC to her Ti West trilogy to FRANKENSTEIN, this young actress loves to take risks and is reaping the rewards. Here she joins Josh to talk about all of it including her upcoming films, STAR WARS: STARFIGHTER and THE ODYSSEY. UPCOMING EVENTS Walker Scobell 12/19 in NYC -- ⁠⁠⁠⁠Tickets here⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out the…

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Plato’s Retreat 29 November 2025

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Kris McFang and Bobby Rollix return to the radio! As always, Plato's Retreat is powered by generous sponsors Hallertau!

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Jessie Buckley & Paul Mescal 45:13

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They're two of the greats of their generation so it's no surprise that when they come together something special emerges, namely Chloe Zhao's HAMNET. Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal return to the podcast to talk about their very emotional film, how they literally danced off set to Rihanna, and their plans to reunite....in a James Bond film? UPCOMING…

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Winona Ryder, Vol. IV 42:46

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Winona Ryder is back! On this 4th visit to the podcast, she chats with Josh about the end of STRANGER THINGS, watching BRAM STOKER'S DRACULA this past Halloween and her favorite lines from HEATHERS. UPCOMING EVENTS Walker Scobell 12/19 in NYC -- ⁠⁠⁠Tickets here⁠⁠⁠ Check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Plato's Retreat w/ Elle & friends: November 22, 2025

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Aneeka is now an international bb, relaxing on a beach somewhere on the other side of the globe. Rob and Kris? They're up to no good and not in the studio either. Luckily, Wednesday Drive host Elle guides you through Saturday evening with a bunch of stunner records. Thanks to Hallertau

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Brendan Fraser 1:00:54

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From GEORGE OF THE JUNGLE and THE MUMMY to THE WHALE, Brendan Fraser has been making audiences laugh and gasp and cry for over 30 years. The soft spoken Oscar winner joins Josh at the 92nd Street Y for a live chat about his entire career up to and including RENTAL FAMILY. UPCOMING EVENTS Walker Scobell 12/19 in NYC -- ⁠⁠Tickets here⁠⁠ Check out the…

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Luke O'Kane 31:34

1M ago31:34

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Luke O'Kane, Partner at Clyde & Co, joins us to discuss his journey into law—from being inspired by debate and research for Chief Judge Justice Hoeben to his current role in personal injury law. Luke offers crucial advice for young lawyers to take charge of their careers and highlights regulatory efforts in New South Wales to combat claim farming.…

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Edgar Wright, Vol. V 55:53

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The only thing Edgar Wright does as well as directing movies is talking about them. Thankfully he's got a new movie out (THE RUNNING MAN) AND he's back on Happy Sad Confused (for the 5th time!) to chat about everything from his favorite Brian De Palma shots to making peace with Kevin Feige. UPCOMING EVENTS Brendan Fraser 11/18 in NYC -- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠T…

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Plato’s Retreat 15 November 2025

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Stepping into the agora for the last time, it is Aneeka's last show! She is off to take London by storm, but fear not, we will certainly be getting some (gum)boots-on-the-ground reporting from Aneeka on the show as she walks home from the club at 4am (GMT). The Plato's team are going to miss our Tropical Earthquake Neeks very very much. This final …

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Vince Gilligan & Rhea Seehorn 54:53

1M ago54:53

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Vince Gilligan and cast of PLURIBUS including BETTER CALL SAUL's brilliant Rhea Seehorn gather with Josh to pull the curtain back on the new critically acclaimed show. UPCOMING EVENTS Brendan Fraser 11/18 in NYC -- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tickets here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Walker Scobell 12/19 in NYC -- ⁠Tickets here⁠ Check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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PREDATOR: BADLANDS Spoiler Special (w/Dan Trachtenberg) 49:15

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The buzz is real. The latest Predator film is awesome so it's time for a deep dive into PREDATOR: BADLANDS with director Dan Trachtenberg. Alien connections, sequel plans, James Cameron's advice -- it's all here! UPCOMING EVENTS Brendan Fraser 11/18 in NYC -- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tickets here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Plato’s Retreat 8 November 2025

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On Aneeka's second to last show the team make contact with the mighty bFM bus on its journey to the Aotearoa Alternative Awards 2025. Thanks to Hallertau Brewery!

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Jacob Elordi 50:42

2M ago50:42

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Jacob Elordi is not anyone's idea of a monster but he's playing the most iconic of creatures in Guillermo Del Toro's Frankenstein, and he's earning the best reviews of his stellar career yet! Here he joins Josh to chat about EUPHORIA, SALTBURN, the upcoming WUTHERING HEIGHTS, Heath Ledger, and being a crazy dog dad. UPCOMING EVENTS Brendan Fraser 1…

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James McAvoy & Elliot Page 50:21

2M ago50:21

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It's an X-MEN reunion with James McAvoy & Elliot Page! Recorded at New York Comic Con, Elliot and James compare their superpowers, talk about the meaning of X-Men in their lives, and talk everything from INCEPTION and THE ODYSSEY to SPLIT and NARNIA. UPCOMING EVENTS Brendan Fraser 11/18 in NYC -- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tickets here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Martin Sheen 1:13:17

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Martin Sheen -- actor, activist, patriarch of one of the most storied acting families in the business! And now a fellow podcaster. The legendary Martin Sheen joins Josh to talk about his new venture and to reminisce about his early days with Al Pacino and his iconic works -- from BADLANDS and APOCALYPSE NOW to THE WEST WING and THE DEPARTED. UPCOMI…

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Dave Sexton - The Return of the White-Tailed Eagle in collaboration with the RSPB 35:18

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In this special episode in collaboration with the RSPB to mark fifty years since the reintroduction of the White-Tailed Eagle, join host Elle as she sits down to speak to conservationist Dave Sexton about his integral involvement with this project. In discussion about what it took to bring back Britain's largest bird of prey, how far the project ha…

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NOBODY WANTS THIS (Kristen Bell, Adam Brody, Justine Lupe, Jackie Tohn, Timothy Simons) 1:00:23

2M ago1:00:23

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The NOBODY WANTS THIS cast is back with another season and another hilarious event. Joining Josh at the 92nd Street Y they talk about the huge fan response, season 2 storylines, and the crazy prank that fooled Kristen Bell. UPCOMING EVENTS Brendan Fraser 11/18 in NYC -- ⁠⁠⁠⁠Tickets here⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Plato’s Retreat 25 October 2025

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Lola Fountain-Best phones in from Nami Record Bar to chat about a fundraiser for Kiwi Trust for Palestinian Children Relief happening the following day, in collaboration with Aussie distillery Four Pillars Gin. Thanks to Hallertau Brewery!

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Guest Interview w/ Lola Fountain-Best of Nami Record Bar: October 25, 2025

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Lola Fountain-Best phones into the 95bFM studio to yarn with Aneeka about a very cool collaborative fundraiser happening this Rātapu all across the motu. Aussie distillery Three Pillars Gin have teamed up with local venues, including Nami Record Bar here in Tāmaki Makaurau, to bring you Pillars & Links! Head on down to the Tāmaki event and enjoy de…

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Jeremy Allen White 54:05

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Don't be fooled into thinking Jeremy Allen White's is an overnight success story. He's been putting in the work for years and now he's reaping the rewards. He joins Josh to chat about his career from SHAMELESS and THE BEAR to playing the boss himself, Bruce Springsteen. UPCOMING EVENTS Brendan Fraser 11/18 in NYC -- ⁠⁠⁠Tickets here⁠⁠⁠ Check out the…

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THE MATRIX reunion with Laurence Fishburne & Joe Pantoliano 50:02

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Are you ready to enter THE MATRIX?! We've got Laurence Fishburne (Morpheus) and Joe Pantoliano (Cypher) on this episode reminiscing about the film that blew our minds and changed how movies are made forever! UPCOMING EVENTS Brendan Fraser 11/18 in NYC -- ⁠⁠Tickets here⁠⁠ Check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Emma Stone & Jesse Plemons 44:18

2M ago44:18

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Two great actors. One insane movie. And a great podcast conversation. Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons join Josh in this chat taped at the Telluride Film Festival for a conversation about their new film (BUGONIA), the rewards of hard work, imposter syndrome, and more. UPCOMING EVENTS Brendan Fraser 11/18 in NYC -- Tickets here Check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Melini Pillay 35:25

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Melini shares her intriguing journey, detailing the challenging pivot in her legal career: moving from a prosecutor to representing defendants in complex employment and safety matters. Plus, she offers crucial advice for early career lawyers on embracing change, seizing control of your professional path, and viewing every shift as an opportunity to…

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Plato’s Retreat 18 October 2025

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Lola Fountain-Best phones in from Nami Record Bar to chat about a fundraiser for Kiwi Trust for Palestinian Children Relief happening the following day, in collaboration with Aussie distillery Four Pillars Gin. Thanks to Hallertau Brewery!

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Aziz Ansari 58:42

2M ago58:42

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He's a stand-up comedian, an actor, a TV creator, and now with the new movie, GOOD FORTUNE, a filmmaker! Aziz Ansari joins Josh to chat about his new Keanu Reeves film, the enduring appeal of PARKS & RECREATION, and more! Check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Happy Sad Confused…

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Sigourney Weaver 1:01:31

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She is a legend for a thousand reasons but most of all for Ripley. Sigourney Weaver joins Josh for a look back at the ALIEN saga, her iconic role and scenes, but also her contributions to GHOSTBUSTERS, GALAXY QUEST, AVATAR, and the upcoming THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU. Recorded live at New York Comic Con UPCOMING EVENTS 10/22 -- Nobody Wants This cas…

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MR. ROBOT w/Rami Malek, Christian Slater, & Sam Esmail 58:36

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It's been 10 years since MR. ROBOT debuted and blew all our minds. Happy Sad Confused is celebrating this groundbreaking series with a reunion taped live at New York Comic Con. Rami Malek, Christian Slater, and creator Sam Esmail join Josh to reminisce about the show that changed all their lives. UPCOMING EVENTS 10/14 -- Aziz Ansari in NY -- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠t…

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Rose Byrne 51:10

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Rose Byrne is a secret weapon no longer. She's proven herself in television (DAMAGES), in genre films (SUNSHINE), in comedy after comedy (BRIDESMAIDS, SPY), and now she reminds us again what a brilliant dramatic lead she can be in the new film, IF I HAD LEGS I'D KICK YOU. Rose is earning justified raves for the film and joins Josh to discuss her jo…

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Sean Bean 52:34

3M ago52:34

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Sean Bean is finally ready to talk. In a VERY rare extended career conversation, he talks everything from LORD OF THE RINGS and GAME OF THRONES to that time Harrison Ford permanently scarred him on the set of his first big Hollywood production. Sean is currently starring opposite Daniel Day-Lewis(!) in ANENMONE. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi…

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Harris Dickinson 58:47

3M ago58:47

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Harris Dickinson may be best known for his on camera work in BABYGIRL and TRIANGLE OF SADNESS but he's quickly proving himself behind the camera thanks to his acclaimed feature directing debut, URCHIN. Here he catches up with Josh in this chat recorded at the Telluride Film Festival. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Joanne Sanders 39:22

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In this episode, we chat with Joanne Sanders, a Juris Doctor student at UTS. A former executive manager at the ABC, Joanne chats about studying while working full-time and juggling competing priorities. A self-described theatre kid, Joanne impresses us with her rendition of Shakespeare.By Law Society Journal

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Jason Bateman 56:13

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From child star to frustrated actor to a comedy superstar in TV and film and that's just the beginning of the story for Jason Bateman. He joins Josh to talk about his latest act as a director and dramatic star of hit shows like OZARK and BLACK RABBIT. UPCOMING EVENTS 10/8-10/12 - New York Comic Con -- tickets here 10/14 -- Aziz Ansari in NY -- tick…

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Cillian Murphy, Vol. IV (plus David Jonsson & Tom Blyth) 1:02:37

4M ago1:02:37

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Straight from the Toronto Film Festival, Josh returns with 2 chats! First up it's Cillian Murphy (his 4th appearance on the show) chatting his latest passion project, STEVE, plus recalling his Oscar win and looking ahead to his PEAKY BLINDERS and 28 YEARS later returns! Next up it's 2 of the brightest young talents working today -- David Jonsson an…

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Dr Sean McCormack - Vet + Conservationist 37:11

4M ago37:11

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Join host Elle Kaye in conversation with Dr. Sean McCormack, vet and conservationist, to discuss his work at Ealing Wildlife Group in the reintroduction project of beavers to London. Sean talks candidly on the conflicts of species reintroduction, the ambition and aspiration of rewilding, conservation optimism, and a conversation on the wider pictur…

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Benedict Cumberbatch & Olivia Colman 41:01

4M ago41:01

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What's better than one brilliant charming British actor? Today on the podcast we bring you two! Benedict Cumberbatch and Olivia Colman, longtime friends, are finally working together in the diabolical black comedy THE ROSES. Here they chat about being mean to children, pet peeves on set, and more. Check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Darren Aronofsky, Vol. II 44:10

4M ago44:10

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Darren Aronofsky's films (REQUIEM FOR A DREAM, BLACK SWAN) have been a lot of things but fun probably isn't the first word that comes to mind. Now with CAUGHT STEALING he's using his powers for a different cause. He joins Josh to chat about his journey from provocateur to his latest film. Check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Harry Read + Edwin Towler - Gone Feral 26:18

4M ago26:18

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Join zoologist, ecologist and wildlife filmmaker Harry Read, and wildlife filmmaker, photographer and design engineer Edwin Towler in a special live recorded episode. Recorded at Global Birdfair 2025 host Elle Kaye is joined by duo Gone Feral: a wildlife and adventure series on YouTube to chat all things storytelling, nature communication and the c…