Best Joe Wong Podcasts (2025)

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The Shameless Plug #7: The Running Mag 41:30

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The Shameless Plug — the show in which Chris Hewitt sits down with Empire editor, Nick de Semlyen, to shamelessly plug the new issue of Empire magazine — is back back back, folks, and comes with a lovely slice of Brisket. Not the meat, mind you, but Glen Powell's dog, who somehow wound up on Chris' lap during one of his forays to the set of Edgar W…

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Wonderful! 387: Whoops Wong Wondies 37:55

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Rachel's favorite in-touch and honest writer! Griffin's favorite preposterously intricate machine! Music: “Money Won’t Pay” by bo en and Augustus – https://open.spotify.com/album/7n6zRzTrGPIHt0kRvmWoya Equality Florida: https://www.eqfl.org/By Griffin & Rachel McElroy

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The Celluloid Specimen — with Joe Clark and Benjamín Schultz-Figueroa 43:18

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This episode of Below the Radar B-Sides is guest hosted by Joe Clark, term assistant professor at SFU’s School for the Contemporary Arts. He is joined by Benjamín Schultz-Figueroa, Assistant Professor in Film Studies at Seattle University, and author of The Celluloid Specimen: Moving Image Research into Animal Life. Together, they chat about their …

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Story Sovereignty — with Dorothy Christian 41:15

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On this episode of Below the Radar, our host Am Johal is joined by Dorothy Christian, the Associate Director of Indigenous Policy & Pedagogy in the Faculty of Graduate Studies at Simon Fraser University. Dorothy talks about her work as a storyteller and academic, as well as her activism with the Oka crisis and the Gustafsen Lake standoff. Resources…

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Re-enactments, Theatre, and Cantonese Opera — with Ming Wong 49:35

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On this episode of Below the Radar B-Sides, our host Am Johal is joined by Ming Wong, Singapore-born and Berlin-based contemporary artist. Together, they chat about Ming’s artistic practice, his research into Cantonese Opera cinema, approach to pedagogy, and the advantages of being at the fringe looking in.You can see Ming’s installation “Vast Ocea…

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The Community of Those Who Have Nothing in Common — with Alphonso Lingis 34:27

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On this episode of the Below the Radar B-Sides, our host Am Johal was joined by Alphonso Lingis, who was a renowned philosopher, writer, and professor at Pennsylvania State University. Alphonso passed away in May 2025, and we’re pleased to share this conversation where he discussed his recent writing, some of the thinkers who were important to his …

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Gleesons Vs Skarsgårds: Dawn Of Clint Howard (ft. guests MJ Bassett; Sean Ellis & Orlando Bloom) 1:49:05

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This week's episode of the Empire Podcast asks perhaps the biggest question ever tackled on this show: who would win in a fight between the Gleesons and the Skarsgårds? Join Chris Hewitt, Helen O'Hara, James Dyer, and Amon Warmann, as they tackle that scenario and more. Is the world truly ready for the Coppola clan kicking bottom? Elsewhere, our in…

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Maxime Légaré-Vézina Wins 2025 Canadian Geographic Wildlife Photographer of the Year 1:36:26

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Witness the extraordinary work of Maxime Légaré-Vézina, the 2025 Canadian Geographic Wildlife Photographer of the Year.In this exclusive feature, we dive into his award-winning images, creative process, and the powerful stories behind his breathtaking wildlife photography.From the frozen landscapes of Canada’s North, to intimate moments with elusiv…

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Goose's Rick Mitarotonda: Can Jambands Write Great Songs? Yes! 1:12:34

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Sound the alarms, tell your neighbors, hire a banner plane: Wong Notes is back. Cory Wong’s beloved podcast returns after a healthy break, and this exciting comeback episode features Wong in conversation with Goose’s Rick Mitarotonda. The Connecticut rock band’s guitarist and vocalist talks through the band’s origins and position in the jam-band an…

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The Life Of Chuck/Charles/Charlie (ft. guests Eva Victor; Olivia Colman & Jay Roach; Sir Ben Kingsley) 1:58:18

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This week's Empire Podcast sees Chris Hewitt sit down, on Zoom and in person, with a cavalcade of cracking guests. There's Eva Victor, star/writer/director of the excellent Sorry, Baby, who talks about cats, directing themselves, and people who look like yams. [23:05 - 39:05 approx] Then there's Olivia Colman and Jay Roach, star and director of The…

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Wonderful! 386: Coming Back to Hooty-Hoo 30:07

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Griffin's favorite little fun breaks from frustrating RPGs! Rachel's favorite Napoleon-loved grocery store staple! Music: “Money Won’t Pay” by bo en and Augustus – https://open.spotify.com/album/7n6zRzTrGPIHt0kRvmWoya World Central Kitchen: https://wck.org/By Griffin & Rachel McElroy

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The Life Of Custard (ft. guests Joaquin Phoenix; Tom Hiddleston & Chiwetel Ejiofor; Samara Weaving & Karl Glusman) 1:58:53

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In one of those bumper-sized guest-filled jamborees in which we specialise, this week's Empire Podcast sees John Nugent sit down on Zoom to interview Eddington star, Joaquin Phoenix... or does Joaquin Phoenix interview John Nugent? All will be revealed. [18:52 - 35:59 approx] Elsewhere, Chris Hewitt has a lovely chat about The Life of Chuck with co…

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Wonderful! 385: Who's My Big Honey Guy 41:02

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Rachel's favorite experience-documenting poet! Griffin's favorite breathtakingly evocative folk musician! Music: “Money Won’t Pay” by bo en and Augustus – https://open.spotify.com/album/7n6zRzTrGPIHt0kRvmWoya World Central Kitchen: https://wck.org/By Griffin & Rachel McElroy

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Kruegersplaining (ft. guests Celine Song, Dave Franco & Alison Brie) 1:42:37

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This week's episode of the Empire Podcast will haunt your nightmares, but in a good way, as Chris Hewitt returns to the host chair, just in time to tackle, with Beth Webb and Amon Warmann, a Mount Rushmore question about the best Final Girls in horror movies. Their final choices may shock you, but that's nothing compared to the bit where Chris expl…

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The Shameless Plug #6: Two Days With James Cameron 42:04

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Or 42 minutes with Chris Hewitt and Nick de Semlyen. Which would you prefer? Don't answer that. Anyway, that's what you've got with the latest episode of The Shameless Plug, as Chris and Nick sit down to talk about Nick's extraordinary adventures in New Zealand, shadowing James Cameron for two days as he put the finishing touches to this month's co…

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Wonderful! 384: A Dip into BIP 41:16

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It's Wonderful's once-a-year dip back into the murky waters of summertime funtime reality dating shows! Music: “Money Won’t Pay” by bo en and Augustus – https://open.spotify.com/album/7n6zRzTrGPIHt0kRvmWoya World Central Kitchen: https://wck.org/By Griffin & Rachel McElroy

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Alien Earth: An Empire Podcast Special ft. Noah Hawley, Timothy Olyphant & Sydney Chandler 42:21

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In space, no-one can hear you pod. Thankfully, we're not on space, we're on Earth, so you will be able to hear this wonderful Empire Podcast special dedicated to Noah Hawley's excellent Alien prequel, Alien Earth, which dropped its first two episodes today on Disney+. Here, you will hear Chris Hewitt sit down with Hawley, the show's creator and sho…

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The Not-So-Difficult Second Movie (ft. guests Guy Pearce and Benedict Wong) 1:45:04

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This week's episode of the Empire Podcast sees Helen O'Hara slip into the host's chair in Chris Hewitt's absence, and use her endless reservoir of patience to corral James Dyer, Alex Godfrey and Ben Travis in a discussion of the best second movies by notable directors (and yes, we know that we didn't mention [INSERT BLINDINGLY OBVIOUS CHOICE HERE])…

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Wonderful! 383: The Beef Will Go Wherever It Wants To 37:25

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Griffin's favorite syntactically ugly comment on automation! Rachel's favorite secret house of wonders and weird stuff! Music: “Money Won’t Pay” by bo en and Augustus – https://open.spotify.com/album/7n6zRzTrGPIHt0kRvmWoya World Central Kitchen: https://wck.org/By Griffin & Rachel McElroy

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Hey, It's Enrico Pazuzu! (ft. guests Akiva Schaffer and James Gunn) 1:45:49

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This week's episode of the Empire Podcast adds insults to injury, as the team — Chris Hewitt, Helen O'Hara, Alex Godfrey, and Ben Travis — share their favourite movie insults. And, yes, misquote at least one of them horribly. Also, nothing on this earth will prepare you for Alex Godfrey's Pazuzu impression. We can only apologise in advance. Elsewhe…

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Wonderful! 382: Consider Yourselves Invited, Vampires 25:44

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Rachel's favorite car rebus! Griffin's favorite game-building platform! Music: “Money Won’t Pay” by bo en and Augustus – https://open.spotify.com/album/7n6zRzTrGPIHt0kRvmWoya Immigrant Defenders Law Center: https://www.immdef.org/By Griffin & Rachel McElroy

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The lifestyle tweaks that gave me a biological age of 20 - at 61! 1:15:21

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When Mail journalist Sandra Parsons suffered a serious back injury in her mid-40s, she knew something had to change. Years of smoking, drinking, and late-night takeaways at her desk had taken their toll—she was in constant pain and felt, quite simply, old. Determined to heal her body, Sandra began exploring the science of ageing—and was amazed by w…

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Movie News Mews (ft. guests, Matt Shakman and Sam Rockwell) 1:40:40

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This week's episode of the Empire Podcast is all kinds of fantastic. Guest-wise, Chris Hewitt sits down (in person, and on Zoom) with Matt Shakman, director of The Fantastic Four: First Steps, to discuss the FF's debut in the MCU [24:33 - 40:07 approx]; and Sam Rockwell, the cool cat who's Mr. Wolf in The Bad Guys 2. [1:07:02 - 1:19:28 approx] Then…

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Is the iFootage Cobra 3 Strike the MOST VERSATILE Monopod for Nature & Wildlife Photography? 15:25

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(This Episode best viewed on YouTube) https://www.youtube.com/@TheNaturePhotoGuys In this episode of The Nature Photo Guys Podcast, Joe & Chris go hands-on with the iFootage Cobra 3 Strike Monopod and share their first impressions from a nature & wildlife photographer’s perspective.We take a deep dive into what makes this monopod unique — from its …

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Why Teenagers Are a Gift (Even When It Doesn’t Feel Like It)- Rachel Kelly 1:09:17

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In this enlightening episode, author and mental health advocate Rachel Kelly joins us to explore her transformative book, The Gift of Teenagers. Drawing from her personal journey and professional experience, Rachel offers heartfelt stories and practical insights into the challenges and joys of parenting teens. From navigating the digital age to und…

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Bobby Omelettes And The Dolby Rumbler (ft. guests Alex Cox and Ralph Ineson) 1:43:52

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Do not adjust your speakers, or your headphones. Yes, Ralph Ineson's voice really is that deep and sonorous. And in this week's Empire Podcast, Chris Hewitt sits down with the actor who plays the planet-eating entity, Galactus, in next week's The Fantastic Four: First Steps, and talks about how his voice is his passport. [1:04:38 - 1:20:16 approx] …

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The Shameless Plug #5: Tron Ares, Light-Up Covers, And More 43:45

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This month's episode of The Shameless Plug sees Chris Hewitt sit down with Empire editor, Nick de Semlyen, for a deep dive into the latest issue of Empire magazine, which just happens to have a limited edition light-up cover to commemorate our latest cover movie, Tron Ares. Together, our dynamic duo discuss the art of the cover line, their favourit…

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Is Lifestyle The Missing Link in Modern Medicine- Dr Sui H Wong 1:09:01

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In this episode, we dive into an enlightening conversation with Dr. Sui Wong, a leading consultant neurologist and NHS practitioner. After experiencing constant fatigue and low energy herself, Dr. Wong began exploring how lifestyle medicine—alongside her traditional medical practice—can dramatically improve brain health, energy levels, and overall …

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Wonderful! 381: No Links, Just Life 29:27

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Griffin's favorite quotable fouth-wall-breaking film! Rachel's favorite not quite in the right demographic artist! Music: “Money Won’t Pay” by bo en and Augustus – https://open.spotify.com/album/7n6zRzTrGPIHt0kRvmWoya Immigrant Defenders Law Center: https://www.immdef.org/By Griffin & Rachel McElroy

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Where's The Cueball Going? (ft. guests, David Corenswet and Joseph Kosinski) 1:32:25

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This week's episode of the Empire Podcast is dominated by bald baddies. Namely, a group discussion of the hairless horrors who have been tormenting do-gooders in all kinds of movies throughout the years. But also, our very own James Dyer, whose unexplained absence from the podbooth has Chris Hewitt, Helen O'Hara, and Alex Godfrey speculating wildly…

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From Dialysis to Fine Art: Tracey Halladay’s Inspiring Nature Photography Journey 1:47:32

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Meet Tracy Halladay, a nature and wildlife photographer based in British Columbia, whose breathtaking images are rooted in resilience, recovery, and a deep love for the natural world. After surviving four years on dialysis and receiving a life-saving kidney transplant, Tracey returned to the outdoors with a fresh vision, capturing everything from s…

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Wonderful! 380: Puppies Up, Low Recline 31:03

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It's time for some favorite casual chats and summertime small wonders! Obvious phone games! Sticky summer snacks! Babies learning to talk to you! Three-named game show hosts! Easier chores! Music: “Money Won’t Pay” by bo en and Augustus – https://open.spotify.com/album/7n6zRzTrGPIHt0kRvmWoya Immigrant Defenders Law Center: https://www.immdef.org/…

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The Truth About Drinking No One Talks About with Anna Donaghey 1:12:44

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In this episode, we sit down with Anna Donahey—an alcohol coach, podcast host, and former ad agency high-flyer—who shares her raw and honest story of walking away from alcohol and rebuilding her life from the inside out. Anna opens up about what it was really like being the “fun” one in a drinking culture that’s everywhere—especially in high-pressu…

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Are We The Baddies? (ft. guests Mahershala Ali & Rupert Friend, David Cronenberg, Gerard Johnstone) 1:58:21

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This week's Empire Podcast sees Chris Hewitt sit down for a pre-lunch chat about dinosaurs and sandwiches with Jurassic World Rebirth stars, Mahershala Ali and Rupert Friend, [25:28 - 36:36 approx] while Mike Muncer goes deep with the legendary David Cronenberg, as the Canadian director marks the release of one of his most personal films yet, The S…

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Beating the Odds: One Man’s Journey to a Symptom-Free Life After Parkinson’s 1:06:29

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This week on the show, we’re joined by Scott Hanley, a man whose Parkinson’s diagnosis became a powerful catalyst for change. At 51, Scott was told his future would be a slow decline - but he chose a different path. What followed was an extraordinary journey through high-intensity, cognitively challenging workouts, a radical shift in nutrition, and…

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Wonderful! 379: Alternate Suite of Etiquette Expectations 32:08

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Rachel's favorite donut-adjacent poet! Griffin's favorite outdoor sandy entertainment zone! Music: “Money Won’t Pay” by bo en and Augustus – https://open.spotify.com/album/7n6zRzTrGPIHt0kRvmWoya Immigrant Defenders Law Center: https://www.immdef.org/By Griffin & Rachel McElroy

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The Empire Podcast: The Movie (with guests Damson Idris, and Ivanna Sakhno) 1:48:08

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This week's episode of the Empire Podcast sees Chris Hewitt break out the bleep machine for a particularly sweary chat with M3GAN 2.0 star, the delightful Ivanna Sakhno, [1:10:44 - 1:23:01 approx] and quietly judge the football team of Damson Idris, star of F1. [24:51 - 37:46 approx] Or F1: The Movie, to give it its full marketing moniker, which in…

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Curtis Jones: Arctic Photography, Storytelling & Life in the Wild 1:43:38

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In this episode of The Nature Photo Guys Podcast, we sit down with Curtis Jones—Arctic photographer, visual storyteller, and wilderness explorer.From the remote shores of Newfoundland to the frozen landscapes of Nunavut, Curtis shares insights from over a decade photographing the Canadian Arctic, Greenland, Antarctica, and beyond.We dive into Arcti…

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"Can We Disagree Without Hating Each Other?" with Paul Dolan 1:10:52

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Why do we find it so hard to respect people we disagree with? In this episode, behavioral scientist and author Paul Dolan joins us to explore the powerful ideas behind his new book, Beliefism: How to Stop Hating the People We Disagree With. Dolan argues that it's not just what we believe that shapes society—but how we believe it. He unpacks how bel…

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'Podcasting Gave Me Purpose' with James Bennett-Hullin 2:08:50

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Joined by Geelong local, James Bennett-Hullin who created the JBH Show Podcast, we discussed everything from Australia's rampant immigration, to the best chocolate, to the Victorian Machete Ban, to why podcasting gives you purpose. https://open.spotify.com/show/12Y9XddxvCUXlesVTPpKxm https://x.com/jbhshow https://www.instagram.com/jbhshow https://w…

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Mona Lisa Episode IV: A New Hope (ft. guests Julianne Moore & Michael Pearce, Ralph Fiennes & Jodie Comer) 1:48:56

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It's another packed episode of the Empire Podcast, the show that dares to ask the big questions: isn't the Mona Lisa just a woman sitting down? Who's the richest Northern Irish person? Can you buy stocks in Glen Powell? Join the pod team — Chris Hewitt, Helen O'Hara, James Dyer, and Amon Warmann — as they tackle those questions, discuss the origina…

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Going Deep With Colin Trevorrow: An Empire Podcast Interview Special 32:55

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In our latest Empire Podcast interview special, Chris Hewitt sits down (in a swanky London hotel room) with Colin Trevorrow, the director of Jurassic World and Safety Not Guaranteed, to talk about Trevorrow's latest movie, the Prime Video comedy Deep Cover, which he produced and co-wrote. But that's not all — Trevorrow also talks about his choices …

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Wildlife Photography Gone Wrong: Bear Spray, Bad Fashion & Flat Tires 38:35

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Welcome to The 99.999% Show, where nature photography meets the hilariously unexpected.We’re The Nature Photo Guys – Joe and Chris – two seasoned photographers who spend 0.001% of our time getting "the shot"… and the other 99.999% dealing with flat tires, questionable fashion choices and yes — that one time a workshop peep accidentally caught a fac…

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The Shameless Plug #4 45:21

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The Shameless Plug — the show in which Chris Hewitt and Empire editor Nick de Semlyen sit down and do a deep dive into the contents of the latest issue of Empire — is back, folks, and this one really is fantastic. That's because this month's cover story is The Fantastic Four: First Steps, which inspires Chris and Nick to talk about some of their se…

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Wonderful! 378: Boss Socks Energy 32:58

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Griffin's favorite sometimes-haunted shield from the weather! Rachel's favorite repurposed building! Music: “Money Won’t Pay” by bo en and Augustus – https://open.spotify.com/album/7n6zRzTrGPIHt0kRvmWoya Transgender Law Center: https://transgenderlawcenter.org/By Griffin & Rachel McElroy