Best Interivew Podcasts (2025)

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Gospel of Ham: Tipping off the Luke Loucks era -- Looking at FSU's new staff, team and schedule ahead of season 1:07:28

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For the first time in 22 years, Florida State basketball will be led by a new head basketball coach. Luke Loucks, returning back to his alma mater to replace longtime legend Leonard Hamilton, has hit reset in Tallahassee, bringing in a new staff and essentially an entire new roster as he looks to revitlize a program that’s been stuck in neutral (an…

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SXSW Sydney Interview: Adrian Ortega, Sarah Nicolazzo & Max Nappo on their familial drama Westgate 46:04

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Writer-Director Adrian Ortega's Westgate follows Netta (Sarah Nicolazzo) and her son Julian (Max Nappo) as she embarks on a torturous day of navigating hospitals, family, cultural prejudices, and more, all as she faces the threat of eviction and the ever rising debts that keep her and her son trapped in a class struggle. This is a film written from…

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Kiah Roache-Turner on his WW2 shark flick Beast of War and how Spielberg made him shoot it in Australia 45:09

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From All Sides writer-director Bina Bhattacharya on giving space for multiracial and bisexual stories on screen 1:05:37

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Bina Bhattacharya is a creative storyteller whose work I've been following for a while now. Her 2017 short film Wild Dances embraced music and cultural identity against the backdrop of Eurovision, while her section in the exemplary anthology film Here Out West, titled The Eternal Dance, is the story from that film that has left the deepest mark on …

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What FSU's early success means for 2026 recruiting class 32:47

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Florida State had a major summer on the recruiting trail, vaulting into the top 15 of the composite rankings after a slow start following last year's debacle. It’s easy to build up classes before recruits see games get played, and so heading into August, the question then became whether the Seminoles were going to be able to maintain that momentum …

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E40: Interview with Michael Becker (2/2) 25:13

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Michael Becker is visiting the Battery Testing Mentor Podcast and is sharing in the second part of the interview more insights about fire testing, about standardization and the international significance of standards. Tune in and sign up on batterytestingmentor.comBy Johannes

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Lesbian Space Princess producer Tom Phillips on ushering in a new era of Aussie comedy 38:48

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SUFF Interview: Julie Pacino on her dark fairytale I Live Here Now 28:43

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Julie Pacino’s dark fairytale I Live Here Now is a powerful and complex debut feature that places the audience in the space between dream and nightmare as Rose (Lucy Fry) finds herself in an impossible but familiar hotel where she confronts the shadows and scars of her psyche. Featuring unforgettable supporting cast including Madeleine Brewer, Matt…

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Samuel Van Grinsven on honouring the weight of grief with his latest film Went Up the Hill 27:00

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With two feature films under his belt, Samuel Van Grinsven has quickly become a vital voice in Australian cinema. His feature debut, the lurid and sumptuous 2019 queer drama Sequin in a Blue Room, utilised neon lights and lingering shots of yearning to amplify the sense of lead actor Conor Leach's youthful Sequin finding his place in a new, invitin…

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Sydney Underground Film Festival Director Nathan Senn on Fucktoys, Take48 shorts, and more 30:37

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The Sydney Underground Film Festival is back once more for another stellar year of underground, fringe cinema, short films and more. This years line-up includes an array of gloriously wild films including Fucktoys by Annapurna Sriram, Queens of the Dead by Tina Romero, Stelarc - Suspending Disbelief, The Pee Pee Poo Poo Man, Take48 shorts, and more…

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Breaking down FSU's upset win over Alabama: New expectations, players of the game and more 42:29

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After a dominant Week 1 victory over Alabama, Florida State is riding high and reasserting itself on the national stage. The Seminoles thoroughly defeated the Tide by dominating both lines of scrimmage and being “the aggressor,” in the words of Mike Norvell. In one weekend, the Seminoles went from a question mark to sitting inside the Top 25 with t…

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Jessica Husband and Ethan Finch on their short film Zombie and balancing creativity and corporate filmmaking 35:22

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Writer, director, and actor Jessica Husband teams up with co-director Ethan Finch to craft the powerful short film Zombie. Jessica Husband plays Claire, a woman who sits on a picnic blanket on a cliffside, waiting for someone to arrive. She turns to her phone, listening to a voicemail from her partner Ted, the words he says provides Zombie with a w…

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Filmmaker Kaite Fitz on conjuring emotionality of being seen with her short film Smoke 46:39

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Whether it be loneliness, solitude, finding sanctuary in a stifled relationship or waiting for a takeaway meal, or maybe one of the most precious things of all, the comfort in creating for ones self, Kaite Fitz is shifting how we see ourselves on screen. Her short film Smoke, which premiered at the St Kilda Film Festival, presents Lianne Mackessy's…

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E39: Interview with Michael Becker (1/2) 24:10

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Michael Becker is visiting us from North America and shares some of his experiences about the fire testing and its importance for stationary batteries, but also all other batteries. Tune in and sign up on www.batterytestingmentor.comBy Johannes

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Filmmaker Frank Mosley on the lovely weird worlds of OBEX, Quantum Cowboys, and more 34:30

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When Nadine Whitney interviewed actor Frank Mosley, she started their chat with a game akin to Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon. Want to know how to get to Meryl Streep from Frank? Easier than even Frank probably thinks. Frank starred in Geoff Marslett’s Quantum Cowboys which also featured Alex Cox. Alex Cox directed Ed Harris in Walker. Ed also features…

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Filmmaker David Robinson-Smith on masculinity, his Letterboxd four, and the new wave of Australian filmmakers 1:26:01

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Filmmaker David Robinson-Smith is one of the major voices of the new Australian film industry. His films include Mud Crab, We Used to Own Houses, and his latest effort, The Shirt Off Your Back, each an essential entry in an increasingly vital filmography. When we talk about this 'new wave of Australian filmmakers', a term which I'm starting to lean…

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MIFF Missive: Iron Winter & Romería 57:26

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In their first conversation Nadine and Virat speak about two films which are pilgrimages of a sort. Kasimir Burgess’ Iron Winter, a documentary that takes the viewer into a land rarely seen — that of the nomadic Mongolian horse herders. An immersive and intimate piece of cinema which invites people to see a dying ancient tradition undertaken on the…

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MIFF Interview: 'Art is labour' - Jung Jae-il on the job of composing for Parasite 38:31

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'Art is labour'. This is a statement from composer Jung Jae-il, the man behind the iconic scores to Bong Joon-ho's Parasite, Okja, and Mickey 17, the Netflix smash hit Squid Game, and Hirokazu Kore-eda's Broker, amongst other works. For Jung Jae-il, the art of composing a score is work. For Jung Jae-il, artists like Roxette, Metallica and Björk are…

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MIFF Interview: Shalom Almond on putting humanity at the core of Songs Inside 30:54

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When documentarian Shalom Almond received access to document a group of women prisoners training retired greyhounds to become house-friendly pets for her 2017 film Prisoners and Pups, she opened up a door to be able to capture the hidden stories of women prisoners in Australian jails. Prisoners and Pups is a gentle film that shows the power of reha…

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Cinematographer Matthew Chuang on his method of capturing authenticity in films like Jimpa and Of an Age 34:11

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If we consider who some of the great modern Aussie cinematographers are, we immediately think of names like Michael Latham, Stefan Duscio, Jaclyn Paterson, or the man behind the camera of such films as Of an Age, You Won't Be Alone, Hafekasi, Howl, Blue Bayou, My First Summer, and Sophie Hyde's upcoming film, Jimpa. I'm of course talking about Matt…

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We’re not PBU, we’re DBU:” Norvell pushing FSU defense to “focus on the finish” during Jacksonville road trip -- interview with Norvell, DL Coach Terrance Knighton and DL Deante McCray 22:35

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Over the last week, a common complaint has found a home amidst head coach Mike Norvell’s practice evaluations — missed opportunities. Even when complimentary of his team’s mindset, approach, execution and potential, he’s found himself repeatedly expressing disappointment in the lack of fully taking advantage of moments that hold even more weight wh…

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MIFF Interview: William Jaka and Fraser Pemberton on dismantling the class system with their short film Faceless 1:05:13

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Dogmilk Films is a collective based between Naarm-Melbourne, Makassar Indonesia, and Paris, France. Founded in 2017, Dogmilk brings alternative and ambitious films to life on screen with impactful screenings of world cinema. In addition to their screenings, Dogmilk has also expanded into filmmaking, with their searing short film Faceless being a pr…

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FSU coaches talk first scrimmage: Mike Norvell, Gus Malzahn, Tony White interviews 52:39

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Florida State football, with 24 days remaining until the season opener against the Alabama Crimson Tide, is in the midst of what head coach Mike Norvell called a “critical, critical week” following Tuesday’s scrimmage. Strapping up in full pads for the first time this fall, the Seminoles are now hoping to build upon the initial foundation establish…

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Artist Suri Chan on bringing her truth to life in her poetry 27:11

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Suri Chan is a queer artist who pulls from her migrant roots to tell stories about her heritage, her future, and her identity through her poems. In her book But I Don't Feel Empowered, available through all bookstores, Suri uses illustrations and her words to invite readers into her world, often utilising stories of iconic landmarks or food to enri…

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FSU football first day of practice interivews: Mike Norvell, Duce Robinson, Luke Petitbon 32:37

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Florida State kicked off preseason camp on Wednesday, officially kicking off prep for the season opener vs. the Alabama Crimson Tide. A hot day that saw temperatures hit 95, per myself and an embarrassing amount of sweat that will never truly leave me, head coach Mike Norvell was pleased with the intial showing from his squad but is looking for goo…

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MIFF Interview: Lorin Clarke on sharing her dad with the world in But Also John Clarke 45:31

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'The front fell off.' The 94 metre 100 metre track. Fred Dagg. 24 years of political satire with Bryan Dawe. These are just a handful of the impactful comedic works from the one and only John Clarke. For over 40 years, John Clarke brought an unparalleled level of wit, politically astute comedic understanding, and pitch perfect timing to Australian …

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Bethany Bruce on producing one of best documentaries of 2025 Make it Look Real 46:26

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After having its world premiere at the Adelaide Film Festival in 2024, and having screened at SXSW and Sydney Film Festival, Kate Blackmore's essential documentary Make it Look Real is now available to view on Netflix. I've followed the journey of this documentary with keen interest, having discussed the film at length in conversations with Kate, c…

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MIFF Interview: Domini Marshall and Josie Baynes on the searing drama Howl 53:26

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Writer-director Domini Marshall is a talent on the rise. With short films like Go with Grace, Slap, and now her finest work yet, Howl, under her belt, Marshall is a force to be reckoned with. Her work is deeply personal, written from a perspective that invites audiences to engage with the internal mindset of her characters, and through that process…

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Grant Hardie on the birth of Monster Pictures Studios 25:11

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Grant Hardie is the co-founder of Monster Pictures, one of Australia and New Zealand's leading distributors of horror and genre films. In 2011, Monster Pictures birthed the darkly delightful Monster Fest, which has quickly become Australia's flagship horror and genre film festival. Now, in 2025, Monster Pictures, in partnership with Head Gear Films…

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FSU recruiting: Recapping Seminoles' major month on the trail, what holes remain in 2026 recruiting class and more 39:44

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After a tumultuous 2–10 season and major offseason staff turnover, many expected Florida State’s 2025 recruiting class to reflect the chaos. Instead, the Seminoles have quietly rebounded with a strong summer stretch and currently hold the No. 15-ranked class in the country per the 247Sports Composite. With 22 commits already in the fold, the Three …

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Maja Ajmia Yde Zellama on creating examples of healthy masculinity with Têtes Brulées 29:44

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Eya’s (Safa Gharbaoui) world as a 12-year-old Belgian Tunisian is filled with warmth and humour. She’s considered the welcome extension of her older brother Younès (Mehdi Bouziane) whose friends treat her like a part of their family. She loves viral dance moves, French rap, football, and riding on the back of Younès’ motorcycle. She’s bright and ha…

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E38: Environmental Testing 14:33

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Environmental testing is a very important part of validating the quality of a battery. And ensuring that, batteries do not degrade prematurely because of external influence. Find out more on www.batterytestingmentor.comBy Johannes

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Amy Wang on her fun and chilling feature debut Slanted 25:24

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Debut Australian director Amy Wang’s twisted satire Slanted sees an aspiring prom queen undergo radical surgery to change her race. This is a film that's been called Mean Girls by way of The Substance. Nadine Whitney caught up with Amy Wang to talk about the process of getting her feature film debut off the ground, what it means to be an Australian…

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Melbourne International Film Festival Interview: Denise Fernandes on her film Hanami 40:57

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Dreams, imagination and sobering realities meld in this absolutely magical debut, in which a young girl must decide whether to leave her volcanic island home. The island of Fogo, Cape Verde is singular in its beauty. Drylands give way to black-sand beaches, while villagers gather in intimately cluttered homes. Director Denise Fernandes’ attention t…

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Documentarian Rosie Jones on the cross-culture collaboration in Abebe Butterfly Song 23:44

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Abebe Butterfly Song is a documentary that starts as a narrative exploration of Melbourne musician David Bridie, best known for his work in bands like Not Drowning, Waving and My Friend the Chocolate Cake, but then folds in his life-changing experience of travelling to Papua New Guinea and meeting musician George Telek and the Moab Stringband. The …

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Richard Moore on the visceral nature of Stelarc Suspending Disbelief 1:27:41

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Co-directors Richard Moore and John Doggett Williams invite audiences into the space of pain, discomfort, and body exploration with their searing, curiously tender, and wonderfully life-enriching documentary Stelarc Suspending Disbelief. This occasionally profound experience follows performance artist Stelarc, a Cyprus-born Australian artist who wa…

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Storm Warning | New Extremity Collection | The Fall Umbrella Release Review 1:00:22

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On this episode of physical media reviews, Nadine Whitney & Andrew F Peirce delve into some of the major releases from Umbrella Entertainment. They kick off the discussion looking at Jamie Blanks Ozploitation throw back gorno flick Storm Warning, before taking a darker dive into the mammoth New Extremity Collection which features High Tension, Anat…

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From the World of John Wick: Ballerina How to Train Your Dragon | Dangerous Animals 38:17

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On this episode of the Curb review podcast, Nadine Whitney takes us deep into the realm of fighting flamethrowers with the oddly titled From the World of John Wick: Ballerina, before whisking us away into the land of dragon fantasy with the live-action spin on How to Train Your Dragon, before she takes Andrew to a remote shark expedition in Queensl…

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Daniel Bibby, Miah Madden & Mitchell Bourke take us Half Past Midnight with their short film 1:21:22

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Daniel Bibby's short film Half Past Midnight follows two strangers - Harper (Miah Madden) and Marcus (Mitchell Bourke) - who meet in a cinema and decide to head out for drinks after the screening. In the bar, their relationship is revealed to be something more, something where romance once flourished, a romance that is now withering, yet for both H…

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E37: Batteries in the sky - an Interiview (2/2) 25:52

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Pablo Gutierrez Gonzalez joins again to continue our interview about batteries in eVTOL applications. Tune in to hear about thermal runaway design, how to approach battery development and also about standards in the aircraft industry. Sign up for the email updates on www.batterytestingmentor.comBy Johannes

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Nadine Whitney Reviews Jane Austen Wrecked My Life & The Materialists 29:43

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Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Bluesky @thecurbau. We are a completely independent and ad free website that lives on the support of listeners and readers just like you. Visit Patreon.com/thecurbau, where you can support our work from as little as $1 a month. If you are unable to financially support us, then please consider sharing this inter…

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Harley Hefford and Luke Thomas on embedding creativity into Collingwood with Trainscendence 19:19

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Harley Hefford and Luke Thomas are two thirtysomething Naarm-Melbourne based creatives who have a background in events, festivals, and bars. Their latest endeavour is an art community spread over ten floors in a new creative space in Collingwood located in the iconic Easey's building, best known for the train carriages that sit on its rooftop. In t…

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Sydney Film Festival Interview: Gabrielle Brady on the art of liberating the viewer's gaze in The Wolves Always Come at Night 50:55

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As I tell Gabrielle in the following interview, when a new Gabrielle Brady film emerges into the world, it is like the arrival of a gift, one that pulls us into a mindset of considering the lives of others, including those of the crabs of Christmas Island, or maybe the horses of the Gobi Desert. It's one that encourages us to see the world of truth…