Best Edward Fleming Podcasts (2025)

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543: Composer Rob Simonsen On The Music Of Caught Stealing 44:38

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27m ago44:38

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It's part two of our Caught Stealing sonic special, as composer Rob Simonsen joins us to discuss his contribution to Darren Aronofsky's latest movie, and plenty more besides. Edith's chat with Joe from IDLES is also available, as indeed is the episode with Darren, so do check those out if you haven't already. But it was great to get Rob on his own …

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542: Joe From IDLES On The Music Of Caught Stealing 29:14

13m ago29:14

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It's bonus time again, as we bring you not one but two episodes relating to the music of Darren Aronofsky's riotous and darkly comic thriller, Caught Stealing. We'll drop the episode featuring composer Rob Simonsen shortly, but first it's the turn of Joe from IDLES, who collaborated with Rob and the score and also provided original songs for the fi…

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Dana Cowin, Hunter Lewis, the Rose, and the Thorn 54:03

1d ago54:03

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Food & Wine’s longest-serving editors in chief, Dana Cowin and Hunter Lewis, invite you into a revealing conversation about the history and impact of the Best New Chefs accolade since it started in 1988. From the early days of scouting talent with notebooks and stringers to today’s rigorous process shaped by mentorship, community, and culture, they…

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541: Kogonada On The Music Of A Big Bold Beautiful Journey 33:31

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Our latest guest on Soundtracking is Kogonada, director of a wonderful film called A Big Bold Beautiful Journey. Starring Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell, it tells the story of David and Sarah, two strangers who meet at a mutual friend's wedding and embark on a fantastical exploration of their respective pasts. A Big Bold Beautiful Journey is score…

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540: Jay Roach & Tony McNamara On The Music Of The Roses 28:08

7d ago28:08

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It's bonus time again here on Soundtracking, as director Jay Roach and writer Tony McNamara join me to discuss their collaboration on The Roses - a reimagining of the classic 1989 black comedy, The War Of The Roses. Starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Olivia Coleman - with stellar support from the likes of Zoe Chao, Kate McKinnon and Ncuti Gatwa - it…

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Hunter Lewis and the Road to the 2025 Best New Chefs 54:55

7d ago54:55

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Food & Wine editor in chief Hunter Lewis shares the untold story behind the magazine’s iconic Best New Chefs list and reveals the 2025 class. From the intense debates that shape each year’s BNC decisions to the lessons he’s carried from his days as a three-sport "prep jock," line cook, and local journalist, Lewis reflects on the long, strange trip …

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539: Eric Idle Discusses His Love Of Music 36:11

8d ago36:11

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Our latest guest on Soundtracking is a true cultural legend. It's only Python Eric Idle, who joins us to promote his show Always Look On The Bright Side Of Life - Live. It kicks off on Wednesday with dates around the country, and you can find details and buy tickets at ericidle.comBy Edith Bowman

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538: Chris Columbus On The Music Of The Thursday Murder Club 38:49

14d ago38:49

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It's bonus time, as we bring you an extra episode of Soundtracking with Chris Columbus, director of the adaptation of Richard Osman's bestseller, The Thursday Murder Club. With a stellar cast including Hellen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan, Sir Ben Kingsley & Celia Imrie, it tells the story of Four retirees who spend their time solving cold case murders fo…

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Edward Lee and the Worst Lunch Service Ever 51:31

15d ago51:31

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From poring over cast-off food magazines in a Brooklyn laundry room to opening a New York restaurant at 25 and being nearly undone by a single New York Times mention, Edward Lee has lived through the exhilarating highs and bruising lows of the kitchen. On this episode, he goes deep about the worst lunch service of his life, how moving to Kentucky a…

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537: Darren Aronofsky On The Music Of Caught Stealing 31:53

8d ago31:53

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Our latest guest on Soundtracking is Darren Aronofsky, who returns to the podcast to discuss his comedy crime thriller, Caught Stealing. Starring Austin Butler, Regina King, Matt Smith, Zoe Kravitz and Liev Schreiber among others, it tells the story of New York bartender Hank Thompson, who finds himself in all manner of trouble with a motley crue o…

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Samin Nosrat and the Very Nerdy Socks 1:01:39

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Samin Nosrat has changed the way so many of us think about food, cooking, and connection. You may know her as the bestselling author of Salt Fat Acid Heat, her joyful Netflix series of the same name, or her wildly popular podcast Home Cooking. But in this conversation, she goes far beyond recipes. Samin opens up about growing up as a book-loving ou…

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536: Ari Aster On The Music Of Eddington 37:19

21d ago37:19

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Our latest guest on soundtracking is Ari Aster, writer and director of Eddington. Starring Joaquin Phoenix, Pedro Pascal and Emma Stone, it tells the story of a standoff between the mayor and sheriff of Eddington during Covid, which quickly escalates into all manner of chaos as battle lines are drawn. Eddington is scored by Daniel Pemberton and Bob…

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Regina King and the Wine That Stops Time 47:39

1M ago47:39

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You know Regina King from her decades of extraordinary performances — from her teenage roles on the sitcom 227 and the movie Friday to Watchmen, The Leftovers, The Boondocks, If Beale Street Could Talk, and so many more. But a conversation at the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen showed a different side of the Oscar-winning actress: the daughter, the si…

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535: Mark Hamill On The Life Of Chuck & Star Wars 23:15

22d ago23:15

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We promised you a bonus, so here it is, as Mark Hamill joins Edith to discuss his role in The Life Of Chuck, and reminisce about Star Wars. Enjoy!By Edith Bowman

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534: Tom Hiddleston & Chiwetel Ejiofor Talk The Life Of Chuck 20:33

1M ago20:33

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Our latest guests on Soundtracking are Tom Hiddleston and Chiwetel Ejiofor, who join us ahead of the release of the quite wonderful The Life Of Chuck. Based on a short story by Stephen King, it tells the story of 'everyman' Chuck Krantz, charting his life in reverse order, chronicling a death that coincides with the end of the universe to his forma…

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533: Michael Pearce On The Music Of Echo Valley 37:10

25d ago37:10

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From a waiting room at a railway station, Edith is joined by Michael Pearce. Michael is the director of the Apple TV + film, Echo Valley. Starring Julianne Moore and Sydney Sweeney, Echo Falls tells the story of a mother who comes to the aid of her daughter when she turns up in somewhat of an alarming state. It's scored by Jed Kurzel - soon to be a…

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Ayesha Curry and the 5 Night a Week Pineapple Fried Rice 49:52

1M ago49:52

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2025 Food & Wine Game Changer Ayesha Curry is such a surprise of a human being. On paper, it's natural to wonder how someone can be an actress, cookbook author, restaurateur, founder of a skincare line and lifestyle brand, winemaker, and co-creator of a foundation that helps kids get fed in a million different ways. But as soon as she starts talkin…

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532: Celine Song On The Music Of The Materialists 44:25

29d ago44:25

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Our latest guest on Soundtracking is Celine Song, writer and director of romantic comedy, The Materialists. Starring Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans and Pedro Pascal, the film follows the story of a New York City matchmaker torn between her aspiring-actor ex-boyfriend and a charming millionaire. It's scored beautifully by our old friend, Daniel Pembert…

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Antoni Porowski and the Right Time to Leave a Party 47:10

1M ago47:10

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"Queer Eye" and "No Taste Like Home" star Antoni Porowski joins Tinfoil Swans live at the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen for a heartfelt and humorous conversation about identity, vulnerability, and finding meaning through food. He opens up about his path from actor and caterer to TV host and storyteller, the emotional layers of cooking, navigating fa…

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531: Composer John Murphy On The Music Of Superman 42:52

2M ago42:52

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Hello again, friends, and welcome to the second part of our Superman double bill with the composers that collaborated on James Gunn's movie. First up was David Fleming, in an episode that's already available for your listening pleasure. Now it's the turn of John Murphy, who has worked with James on a number of projects, but has a compiled a rich bo…

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530: David Fleming On The Music Of Superman & The Last Of Us 37:43

1M ago37:43

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CONTAINS BIG SPOILER ABOUT LAST OF US!!! We have a double header of you to start your week, as both composers who worked on James Gunn's Superman join me to discuss their collaboration on the film. We'll release our chat with John Murphy shortly, but first it's the turn of David Fleming, who was previously a guest on this show to talk about his con…

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Tristen Epps and the Scrambled Egg Revelation 56:19

2M ago56:19

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Growing up in a military family, Tristen Epps moved around a lot. But no matter where he was living, Friday nights were sacred. He got to dress up, go to a restaurant, not order from a kids menu, and feel like he was getting to know the place he was living — for now. At home, when his mom taught him to scramble an egg, he was mesmerized by the alch…

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529: Matt Shakman On The Music Of Fantastic Four 39:54

2M ago39:54

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Our latest guest on Soundtracking is Matt Shakman, director of the latest adventure in the MCU - The Fantastic Four: First Steps. Starring Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Ebon Moss-Bachrach and Joseph Quinn as the titular team, it's set in the 1960s of a retro-futuristic world where the Fantastic Four must protect against the planet consuming cosmic b…

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Chris Shepherd and the Hot Dog Pizza 57:08

2M ago57:08

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Growing up in Oklahoma, school was not Chris Shepherd's thing. Traditional classrooms just aren't the right fit for some brains — but it turned out that restaurants were. In junior college, he picked up a job as a dishwasher at a sushi restaurant and on the day the tempura guy didn't show up, his culinary journey began. The 2013 Food & Wine Best Ne…

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527: Lena Dunham & Luis Felber On The Music Of Too Much 32:12

2M ago32:12

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Our latest guests on Soundtracking are wife and husband Lena Dunham and Luis Felber - aka musician Attawalpa - who join us to discuss the Netflix TV show they co-created, Too Much. Starring Megan Stalter and Will Sharpe, it tells the story of Jessica, a New Yorker who starts a new life in London after a disastrous breakup, only to meet musician Fel…

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526: Behind the Scenes with the Artisans of F1® The Movie (Live at the Apple Store) 46:05

2M ago46:05

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We have another bonus episode of Soundtracking for you, recorded in front of an audience at Apple Regent Street (London). The subject of this genuinely fascinating conversation is all about the recent release of F1® The Movie, and features key members of the production team. Edith is joined by cinematographer Claudio Miranda, editor Stephen Mirrion…

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Run the Jewels and the Tuna Salad Battle 51:43

2M ago51:43

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When Killer Mike and El-P were 10 years old, they both knew they wanted to be emcees, but it took a few decades for them to meet, form Run The Jewels, and go to war against one another over salad. The legendary rap duo joined Tinfoil Swans for a laugh-out-loud (and also cry a little) conversation about childhood meals, musical awakenings, midlife r…

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525: James Gunn On The Music Of Superman 30:32

2M ago30:32

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Welcome James Gunn, writer and director of the latest iteration of Superman. Starring David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnehan, Nicholas Hoult and James's dog, it sees billionaire Lex Luther attempt to undermine our hero by turning public opinion against him. James is on cracking form, and is particularly passionate about his music, even writing a song fo…

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Wylie Dufresne and the Platonic Pizza Ideal 46:22

2M ago46:22

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2001 Food & Wine Best New Chef and Stretch Pizza impresario Wylie Dufresne joins Tinfoil Swans to talk about his job lording over the ice truck at the New York Renaissance Festival, how team sports inform his work ethic, what the heck molecular gastronomy actually is, and why the pursuit of the perfect pizza dough has him so fired up. Learn more ab…

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524: Alexandre Desplat On The Music Of Jurassic Park Rebirth 25:47

2M ago25:47

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We're back with the second of our Jurassic Park Rebirth specials to kick off your week. We released Edith's chat with director Gareth Edwards a little earlier. Now it's the turn of his composer Alexandre Desplat, who of course had to contend with the legacy of all the wonderful music associated with the franchise, not least John Williams's iconic t…

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523: Gareth Edwards on The Music Of Jurassic World Rebirth 30:19

2M ago30:19

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It's another two show week here on Soundtracking, as first director Gareth Edwards and then composer Alexandre Desplat join us to discuss their work on Jurassic World: Rebirth. In this first of the interviews, Gareth gives us the inside line on how he got the gig, cast members peeing in mangrove swamps, and Alexandre's last ditch efforts to land th…

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Ana and Lydia Castro and the Tortilla Full of Beauty 58:37

3M ago58:37

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2022 Food & Wine Best New Chef Ana Castro and her sister and business partner Lydia Castro are powerhouse duo behind New Orleans' beloved Acamaya. They're not just redefining contemporary Mexican cuisine — they’re reshaping what it means to lead with vulnerability, resilience, and fierce sibling love. In this conversation they dive deep into their …

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522: Composer Antonio Sanchez On The Music Of The Studio & Birdman 45:46

2M ago45:46

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King Of The Drums, Antonio Sanchez, joins us to discuss his work on Apple TV+ hit, The Studio, and his seminal, groundbreaking score for Birdman. He is an absolute delight, and fascinating in his exploration of his process.By Edith Bowman

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Encore: Guy Fieri and the Flying Mustard Jar 43:36

3M ago43:36

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In our debut episode, Food & Wine's executive features editor Kat Kinsman spoke with the one and only chef Guy Fieri. He's become a household name as a restaurateur, cookbook author, host of Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives, Guy's Grocery Games, Tournament of Champions and more smash-hit shows — and in recent years, as a mega-philanthropist who has rai…

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521: 28 Years Later Special (Part II): G & Kayus From Young Fathers 30:23

3M ago30:23

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In the second interview marking the release of 28 Years Later, G & Kayus from Young Fathers join Edith to discuss the score for the film (miss you Alloyssious). We've already heard from director Danny Boyle, so be sure to check that interview out if you haven't already. Danny is, as ever, in cracking form.…

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519: 28 Years Later Special (Part I): Danny Boyle [CONTAINS SPOLIERS] 35:50

3M ago35:50

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We've got two hits of Soundtracking for you to start your week, as we bring you a double-bill to celebrate the release of 28 Years Later. In our first episode, director Danny Boyle joins us to discuss the third film in the series, which stars Jodie Comer, Ralph Feinnes, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Erin Kellyman and Alfie Williams. 28 Years Later is score…

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517: Cecile Tournesac, Alfie Godfrey & Max Aruj On the Music Of Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning (CONTAINS SPOILERS) 48:11

3M ago48:11

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It's bonus time once more for you on here Soundtracking, as music supervisor / producer / editor Cecile Tournesac & composers Alfie Godfrey and Max Aruj join us to discuss their formidable contribution to Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning. We've spoken to director Christopher McQuarrie on the podcast, who couldn't have been more complimentary…

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Karen Akunowicz and the Compliment That Changed Her Life 51:22

3M ago51:22

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25 years ago, James Beard Award-winning chef and Top Chef alum Karen Akunowicz received a compliment from a Food & Wine Best New Chef that changed her entire career path. On this episode, she opened up about her journey from musical theater kid and hardworking diner waitress to acclaimed restaurateur, the power of embracing her queer identity, the …

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516: Neil Forsyth On The Music Of The Gold 45:58

3M ago45:58

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Our latest episode of Soundracking is with Neil Forsyth, writer of the hit BBC show The Gold - both seasons of which are now available to watch in full on the BBC iPlayer. Starring Hugh Bonneville, Dominic Cooper, Charlotte Spencer, Sean Harris, Jack Lowden and Tom Cullen and is a dramatisation of events around the Brink's-Mat robbery in 1983.…

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515: John Maclean & Jack Lowdon Talk Tornado (Live Everyman Soundtracking Film Club - CONTAINS SPOILERS) 46:42

3M ago46:42

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Our latest guests on Soundtracking are writer-director John Maclean and actor Jack Lowden - who joined me for our film club in partnership with Everyman following a screening of John's new film, Tornado. Starring Jack, Japanese actor Koki, Tim Roth and Takehiro Hira, it tells the story of Tornado - who vows to seek vengeance when her father's puppe…

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Dr. Jessica B. Harris and the Hardcore Virginia Ham 50:27

3M ago50:27

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Dr. Jessica B. Harris is a scholar of the African food diaspora, an award-winning and prolific writer, a gifted storyteller and speaker, a teacher, and an icon to many. But what gets lost sometimes is that she's a person, first and foremost — one whose bookishness as a kid made it hard for her to connect with other kids. One raised by two artists w…

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514: Twin Peaks Special With Music Editor Lori Eschler & Longtime David Lynch Collaborator Dean Hurley 48:47

3M ago48:47

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We are taking a deep dive into the world of Twin Peaks today with music editor Lori Eschler - who worked on the original series - and longtime David Lynch collaborator Dean Hurley, who did all kinds of work with him on numerous projects. It's an illuminating chat, shedding bright light on David's process and reminding us all what a seminal show it …

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Matthew Lillard and the Glorious Dorito Salad 42:18

3M ago42:18

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You have a favorite Matthew Lillard film or TV performance. It might be SLC Punk, the Scream franchise, Scooby Doo, Hackers, She's All That, Twin Peaks: The Return, or the new Stephen King and Mike Flanagan movie The Life of Chuck. He's been working in Hollywood for over 30 years, and has a reputation for being kind to fans. But connecting with peo…

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513: Tom Basden & Tim Key On The Ballad Of Wallis Island 44:42

3M ago44:42

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Our latest guests on Soundtracking are Tom Basden and Tim Key, writers and co-stars of The Ballad Of Wallis Island. Also starring Carey Mulligan, it tells the story of ex-lovers and former bandmates, who reunite for a private gig at the island home of an eccentric millionaire.By Edith Bowman

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512: Shannon Murphy On The Music Of Dying For Sex 35:42

3M ago35:42

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Our latest guest on Soundtracking is Shannon Murphy, director of the wonderful feature film Babyteeth, and TV shows like Killing Eve and Dope Girls to name but a few. Shannon joins us to discuss Dying For Sex, which you can watch now on Disney+. Based on a true story, Dying For Sex stars Michelle Williams as Molly, a woman diagnosed with terminal c…

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Encore: Will Poulter, Dave Beran, and The Bear 51:22

3M ago51:22

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Season 3 of the smash hit FX/Hulu show “The Bear” roared to life just days ago, but Will Poulter (the actor who plays fan-favorite Luca) and 2014 F&W Best New Chef Dave Beran had been prepping for weeks. Poulter — like his co-star Jeremy Allen White — staged with Beran at his Santa Monica restaurant Pasjoli to learn how to accurately portray a prof…

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511: Benicio del Toro On The Phoenician Scheme 26:08

4M ago26:08

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Our latest guest on Soundtracking is actor Benicio del Toro, who joins us to discuss his role in Wes Anderson's latest film, The Phoenician Scheme. Benicio heads an extraordinary ensemble cast as Zsa-zsa Korda, a wealthy businessman who appoints his only daughter, a nun, as sole heir to his estate. As Korda embarks on a new enterprise, they soon be…

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510: Babak Anvari & Rosamund Pike on The Music Of Hallow Road CONTAINS SPOILERS 35:31

4M ago35:31

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It's bonus time, as we bring you a second episode of the week, recorded at Screen On The Green in Islington, London, as part of our Everyman Soundtracking Film Club. Edith is joined on stage by director, Babak Anvari, and actor Rosamund Pike to discuss Hallow Road following a screening of the movie. It tells the story of a married couple who receiv…

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Curtis Stone and the Clandestine Charcuterie Closet 48:54

4M ago48:54

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The first food memory Curtis Stone has is getting in trouble for eating too much butter. Then again, the Australian chef and TV host has never been one for restraint. Once he realized he wasn't going to be a professional athlete, he went to work for Marco Pierre White — notoriously one of the most hard-driving chefs of all time, then hosted 140 epi…

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509: Christopher McQuarrie On The Music Of Mission: Impossible -The FInal Reckoning 49:19

4M ago49:19

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Our latest guest on Soundtracking is always a joy to talk to about film music, such is his enthusiasm for his craft. Christopher McQuarrie joins Edith to discuss Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning, which he co-wrote and directed. It's out in the UK on Wednesday 21st MayBy Edith Bowman