Best Sly And Rob Podcasts (2025)

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Using AI in Documentary Filmmaking with Stephanie Jenkins, APA Founder 56:34

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Filmmaker’s Toolkit Podcast with Chris O’Falt (IndieWire) Welcome to the Filmmaker’s Toolkit Podcast, hosted by IndieWire’s Chris O’Falt. This week we dive into one of the most urgent conversations in nonfiction filmmaking: the role of artificial intelligence. Like many in the film community, Chris is deeply wary of what AI means for the art form w…

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'Bohemian Rhapsody' at 50! Brian May and Roger Taylor Look Back at Queen's Masterpiece 40:26

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In a special audio-documentary episode, host Brian Hiatt takes you through the creation of Queen's "Bohemian Rhapsody" via exclusive new interviews with Brian May, Roger Taylor, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Rolling Stone

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NASHVILLE NOW: Amanda Shires Dishes the Details 37:56

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And we’re back with another soul-stirring episode of Nashville Now! This week we’re joined by the incredible singer-songwriter Amanda Shires, who addresses the end of her marriage with Jason Isbell, as well as the reclamation of her independence on new album Nobody’s Girl. Nothing is off limits with Amanda. We’ll also further dissect the Gavin Adco…

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'HIM' Director Justin Tipping 26:09

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Director and co-writer Justin Tipping joins Toolkit to talk with IndieWire’s Jim Hemphill about his surreal new horror film from Jordan Peele’s Monkeypaw Productions. Tipping explains how he found his visual language at the intersection between horror and sports, how working with Peele liberated and protected him, and why he cast comic Marlon Wayan…

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'Spinal Tap II: The End Continues' Director Rob Reiner 27:28

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Rob Reiner returns to Filmmaker Toolkit to talk with IndieWire’s Jim Hemphill about “Spinal Tap II: The End Continues.” Reiner discusses returning to the characters who launched his career, working as an actor for Martin Scorsese and Ron Howard, and how digital capture made his job easier than on “This is Spinal Tap” in 1984. Learn more about your …

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NASHVILLE NOW: Dasha's More Than Just That "Austin" Song 42:43

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Howdy, y’all. This week, Nashville Now digs into authenticity and country feuds with frequent Rolling Stone contributor, Josh Crutchmer. We also discuss the career arcs of cowboy singer Charley Crockett and rising star Dasha, and are joined by Dasha herself to walk us through her viral success and the good, the bad, and the ugly that comes with it.…

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Oasis Conquer the U.S.A. 48:39

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We hear clips from Noel and Liam Gallagher's previous interviews on this podcast, and discuss Oasis' triumphant recent run through the United States — as well as their up-and-down history with this country. Andy Greene joins host Brian Hiatt for the discussion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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'Friendship' Director Andrew DeYoung 40:59

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On this week’s IndieWire’s Filmmakers Toolkit, Chris O’Falt talks with writer-director Andrew DeYoung about his dark comedy Friendship—now streaming on HBO Max. He reveals how he shaped Tim Robinson’s offbeat energy, uncovered a vulnerable side of Paul Rudd, and crafted a breakup story that’s as funny as it is unsettling—proving comedy hits harder …

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NASHVILLE NOW: Old Crow’s Ketch Secor Is Protecting Country’s History 44:20

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Welcome back to Nashville Now. This week we’re joined by journalist Marissa R. Moss to dissect the 2025 CMA Awards nominations and snubs. We also chat with the charismatic leader of Old Crow Medicine Show, Ketch Secor, who dropped his new solo album, Story the Crow Told Me, earlier this summer. Secor shares his thoughts on his new public television…

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Christopher Guest on Spinal Tap's Origins and the Birth of Nigel Tufnel 50:09

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This one goes to 11: With Spinal Tap II: The End Continues hitting theaters Sept. 12, Christopher Guest, a.k.a. Nigel Tufnel, looks back at the birth of the original movie, the origins of his character, the creation of "Stonehenge," and much more in an interview with host Brian Hiatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoi…

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NASHVILLE NOW: Who Is Clever? 41:10

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Music fans, and specifically pop fans, may know this week’s guest, who goes by “Clever,” from his feature with Post Malone on Justin Bieber’s 2020 hit “Forever.” But to country music listeners, Clever – born Joshua Huie – is mostly a complete unknown. The Alabama-born rapper is on a path to changing that and has the potential, and the struggle, to …

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Live with 'New Jack City' Director Mario Van Peebles 37:08

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Mario Van Peebles joins IndieWire’s Jim Hemphill for a live version of Filmmaker Toolkit to talk about his directorial debut, “New Jack City.” In a conversation that followed a 35mm screening of the 1991 gangster classic, Van Peebles discusses casting the film, finding its visual language, and the influence of his father Melvin Van Peebles on his a…

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Inside 'Spinal Tap 2' and Much More with Rob Reiner 51:07

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Legendary director Rob Reiner talks about the making of 1984's This is Spinal Tap and the long-delayed new sequel, Sept. 12's Spinal Tap 2: The End Continues — plus much more — in an in-depth conversation with host Brian Hiatt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Rolling Stone

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'Will & Harper' Director Josh Greenbaum 47:27

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Director Josh Greenbaum took IndieWire behind the scenes of the planning, shooting, and editing of his Emmy nominated documentary. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Chris O'Falt

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31 Rules for Directing Episodic TV with Jon Cassar 42:25

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Emmy-winning director Jon Cassar joins IndieWire features writer Jim Hemphill for a special episode on Jon’s 31 rules for television directors. These are things he’s learned over the course of 30-plus years and over 200 episodes of TV that range from the technical to the political — all of them vital to sustaining a career. Learn more about your ad…

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'Sly Lives!' Director Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson & Producer Joseph Patel 36:06

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"Sly Lives! (aka The Burden of Black Genius)" is a documentary that knows to tell the story of Sly Stone's life and music, you need exceptional craft and storytelling discipline. From depicting music with experimental visuals, to convincing some of music's biggest names to talk on camera, listen to these two filmmakers, musicians, and friends expla…

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'Dimension 20' Creator & Dungeon Master Brennan Lee Mulligan 34:29

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Brennan Lee Mulligan, executive producer and GM of "Dimension 20," offers IndieWire a peak inside the dimensional dome and discusses how cinematic tools, from editing and art design to sound effects and physical props, can help enhance Actual Play storytelling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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'Fixed' Director Genndy Tartakovsky 40:37

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This episode is a real treat for animation fans, a deep dive into the art and process with the beloved creator of Samurai Jack, Dexter's Lab, Primal, and now the new Netflix movie Fixed. Genndy explained why he fought for 2D animation to keep the dogs less gross, walks us through his process with voice actors, and reveals how Fixed was almost the l…

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'The Pitt' Creator R. Scott Gemmill 42:27

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Legendary TV creator R. Scott Gemmill joins the Toolkit to breakdown one of this years biggest shows: 'The Pitt.' Gemmill lifts the curtain on the show's medical accuracy, revealing how doctors consulted from script to set to screen. We think you'll enjoy hearing this master of television discussing what it took to launch yet another hit. Learn mor…

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John Fogerty on Creedence's Origins and Much More 55:25

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John Fogerty goes deep on Creedence Clearwater Revival's roots, mortality, A.I., Springsteen vs. Trump, and much more in an interview with host Brian Hiatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Rolling Stone

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'Pee-Wee as Himself' Director Matt Wolf 48:48

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Paul Rubens, the man who created and became Pee-Wee Herman, has eluded a documentary about his life for a long time. While Matt Wolf was finally able to make a film exploring this complicated artist, it came at a price. Listen to Matt recount his artistic battle with Rubens as they shot the doc, and the shocking personal details he uncovered that b…

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NASHVILLE NOW: Lukas Nelson Finds His Zen 36:13

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Welcome back to Nashville Now. This week our Host & Senior Editor, Joseph Hudak, fills us in on the latest trends in Country music, from artists going sober and focusing on their spirituality, to others opening up new Honky Tonks and bars in a city near you. We’re also joined by Lukas Nelson, the legendary musician and son of Willie Nelson, to talk…

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'Together' Director Michael Shanks 37:31

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First time director Michael Shanks joined us on Toolkit for a fascinating discussion about the crazy intimacy of directing a real life couple, his roots as an Aussie kid binging After Effects tutorials, and why his particular brand of body horror needed to be very dry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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The Life and Music of Ozzy Osbourne, from Black Sabbath to Ozzfest 55:44

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We look back at Ozzy Osbourne's wild journey, with Kory Grow joining host Brian Hiatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Rolling Stone

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'The Naked Gun' Director Akiva Schaffer 36:17

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As one of the writers behind Lonely Island, and the director of hits like 'Popstar and 'Hot Rod', director Akiva Schaffer was a brilliant choice to helm a revival of one of cinema's most iconic comedy franchises. We dig into the craft behind the comedy, from casting serious actors to going for broke on a particular snowman sequence. Learn more abou…

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NASHVILLE NOW: Dusty Slay Declares What Is and Isn’t Country 35:14

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Join Rolling Stone Senior Editor Joseph Hudak on NASHVILLE NOW as he dives deep into all things Gavin Adcock, as well as the legacy and influence of Ozzy Osbourne and heavy metal on country music. This week, comedian Dusty Slay joins us to talk about his new Netflix special Wet Heat, tell us why George Strait music is the perfect antidote for when …

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Can A.I. Actually Help Write a Screenplay? with 'Contagion' Writer Scott Z. Burns 36:28

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On Toolkit we want to explore the challenges facing filmmakers today, and a growing concern is A.I. But we find for all the promises and fears of what A.I.will do, there are few conversations about what A.I. is actually able to do right now. Writer and director Scott Z. Burns has the perfect case study for us: trying to write a sequel to his and St…

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2025's Best Indie Rock, From Alex G to Horsegirl to Geese 38:13

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We go deep on the best indie rock of 2025 so far, touching on acts from Lifeguard to Wet Leg to Japanese Breakfast. Simon Vozick-Levinson joins host Brian Hiatt for the discussion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Rolling Stone

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'You Can Count On Me' Director Kenneth Lonergan 55:10

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Kenneth Lonergan, one of our host's favorite filmmakers, joins Toolkit to reflect on his first film as a director, 'You Can Count On Me.' He walks us through his transition from writer to the director's chair, and shares stories of working with Mark Ruffalo and Laura Linney on the film that would be their Sundance breakthrough. Learn more about you…

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NASHVILLE NOW: Margo Price Won't Stop! 34:36

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Listen to the debut episode of Nashville Now, Rolling Stone's newest podcast about all things country music hosted by Senior Editor Joseph Hudak. Our first episode looks at Willie Nelson’s subtle but ⁠clear message ⁠of support for immigrants this summer, and also features an interview with ⁠Margo Price⁠, who releases her new album, Hard Headed Woma…

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'I Know What You Did Last Summer' Director Jennifer Kaytin Robinson 32:11

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Jennifer Kaytin Robinson joins IndieWire features writer Jim Hemphill to talk about rebooting the 1997 slasher classic. Robinson discusses integrating the original cast members into the story (warning: spoilers!), balancing horror and comedy, and the influence of Steven Spielberg’s “Jaws” on her summer thriller. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi…

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Justin Bieber Grows Up on 'Swag' 39:01

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We discuss Justin Bieber's strong new album Swag, with Jeff Ihaza and Brittany Spanos joining host Brian Hiatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Rolling Stone

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'Eddington' Director Ari Aster 38:57

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Ari Aster returns to the toolkit for the fourth time with his fourth film, a paranoid social thriller about the summer of 2020 told in a way only this filmmaker can. Ari explores the origins of the film's politics, how he made a western so modern the guns are phones, and unpacks the incredible final act. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega…