Best Zach Ellis Podcasts (2025)

Between money laundering scams, pig butchering cons and ransomware attacks, Professor Moyara Ruehsen says we are in the middle of an epidemic of scams. Scams that are costing people billions of dollars every year. We talk how money laundering really works, the organized crime gangs behind pig butchering scams and what you can do to protect yourself…

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My Best Trans Wedding (w/ Rose Dommu) 52:34

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Twitter-queen-turned-fiction-novelist Rose Dommu talks about her new book Best Woman: a family drama Trojan-horsed into a rom-com loosely based on Rose's personal experiences. We also get her opinions about DIY hormone cocktails, bleaching your way out of a crisis, and what Fire Island is really like for trans folks. Best Woman is out NOW! Get your…

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Matt Bearden, Joe DeRosa, Doug Mellard and Rachel Wolfson guest 1:17:58

2d ago1:17:58

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Live from The Creek and the Cave in Austin, Doug welcomes Matt Bearden, Joe DeRosa, Doug Mellard and Rachel Wolfson to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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For The Love Of Bagpuss (ft. guests Sean Penn; Cillian Murphy & Tim Mielants) 1:36:42

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With Chris off on the fairway, taking his first proper holiday in approximately 20 years, its up to Helen O’Hara and James Dyer — the newly appointed Archbishop of Nerdbury — to hold down the fort, ably assisted by Empire news editor and former Pilot TV stalwart Beth Webb. Between the three of them, they do their level best not to refer to Cillian …

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Accent Coach Erik Singer 58:23

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Everyone has an accent. Yes, even you. And your accent says so much more than simply where you are from. It's a window into who you really are. Erik Singer studies accents and has taught some of Hollywood's biggest actors how to speak with a new voice. We talk how accents develop, America's most famous accents and where new accents are appearing an…

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Gender Spiral LIVE in Chicago! (Night 2 w/ Irregular Girl & Mari De La Rua AKA Stephanie) 1:18:54

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Missed us in Chicago? NEVER FEAR, THE RECORDING IS HERE! Two Chicago drag ICONS joined us for night 2 of our weekend at iO Theater in May. Irregular Girl and Mari De La Rua (AKA Stephanie) tell us about being in a drag family, how drag informed their gender identities, and why drag would suck without trans women. Find our incredible guests on Insta…

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Chris Gethard, Jon Hamm, Kate Micucci, Maxwell Nalevansky and Emil Wakim guest 1:15:05

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Live from The Gramercy Theatre in New York City, Doug welcomes Chris Gethard, Jon Hamm, Kate Micucci, Maxwell Nalevansky and Emil Wakim to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Phillies Red Hot, Eagles-Chiefs Rematch, Ray Didinger & more! 2:09:37

11d ago2:09:37

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Full Rob Ellis and Jody Mac show from 9/13

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A Clint In The Eye (ft. guests Sam Riley; Hugh Bonneville & Allen Leech) 1:49:03

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This week's episode of the Empire Podcast might just go ahead, make your day, as Chris Hewitt (having recovered from a colleague-inflicted mischief) invites Helen O'Hara and James Dyer into the podbooth for a discussion of the best films directed by Clint Eastwood. Amazingly, The Rookie is given short shrift. Then, our intrepid trio take a look at …

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Psychedelics Advocate Zach Leary 1:00:36

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As the son of Timothy Leary, Zach Leary has spent his life at the forefront of the psychedelics movement. We talk the growing legalization of psychedelics, the use of psychedelics in therapy and psychedelic experiences that changed him forever. Then, it’s Halle Berry and Don Cherry vs, Bob Lemon and Julius Peppers as we countdown the Top 5 Celebrit…

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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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A Baby? In This Economy? (w/ Cass Adair) 1:07:43

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We're continuing the thread on trans & queer parents in a conversation with scholar, writer, audio producer Cassius (Cass) Adair. He tells us about transitioning in the early days of Tumblr, getting baby fever in his late 20s, and the nitty-gritty of pregnancy and parenting as a trans dad in Minnesota. Check out Cass's work at his website cassiusad…

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Brandon Collins, Chad Opitz and Justin Thompson guest 57:28

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Doug welcomes Brandon Collins, Chad Opitz and Justin Thompson to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Eagles Start 1-0, Phils Rolling, Ray Didinger, Glen Macnow, Todd Zolecki & more! 2:16:26

18d ago2:16:26

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Full Rob Ellis and Mike Sielski show from 9/6.

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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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Rudy Gay | CAN'T MISS EPISODE, Memphis should have won a ring, his biggest regrets and so much more 2:09:23

22d ago2:09:23

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This episode of the Out The Mud Podcast features Rudy Gay opening up about his NBA journey, his time with the Memphis Grizzlies, and reflecting on his career regrets—including the strong belief that Memphis should have won an NBA championship during his tenure there. Rudy dives into stories from his playing days, the camaraderie within Memphis, and…

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Handedness Researcher Dr. Sebastian Ocklenburg 1:08:04

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Michael Angelo Covino, Kyle Marvin and Monica Nevi guest 55:56

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Doug welcomes Michael Angelo Covino, Kyle Marvin and Monica Nevi to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Full Saturday 8/30 Mike Sielski and Buzz Show: Generational Cowboys hate, Phillies, Zach Berman, David Sullivan, Brian Schiff and more! 2:08:12

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Jalen Williams | NBA Finals run, Signing for 200M, How he got it out the MUD unconventionally & more 1:02:29

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In this Out The Mud podcast episode, NBA guard Jalen Williams dives deep into his remarkable journey—from battling through long odds to thriving on the biggest stage. He shares details about the Oklahoma City Thunder’s intense NBA Finals run, reflecting on the mindset and resilience that carried the team forward. Williams also discusses the emotion…

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

28d ago1:58:18

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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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Football Sideline Reporter Amanda Guerra 56:07

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Football is back! And for College Football Sideline Reporter Amanda Guerra, that means the craziness is about to begin. We talk what really happens on the sidelines, chasing down coaches and the wildest stadiums. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Worst College Mascots. NordProtect Special Offer 00:00: Intro 01:19: The Life of a College Football and NFL …

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The Strongest Woman in the World (w/ Marley Gotterer) 58:47

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While recovering from surgery, comedian Marley Gotterer (who you probably already know from TikTok and Insta reels) made time to tell us about getting facial feminization (FFS) and chat about her love of sports, how she got to run social media for Cardi B, and lifting twinks live on stage. Check out Marley's work and get notified about her upcoming…

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Paget Brewster and Chad Opitz guest 1:00:42

1M ago1:00:42

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Doug welcomes Paget Brewster and Chad Opitz to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Eagles Final Preseason Game and Jhoan Duran's First Blown Save. Plus Bob Cooney, Ray Didinger, and Jimmy Kempski Join the show! 2:14:42

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Rob Ellis and Mike Sielski discuss the Eagles final preseason game and what the 2025 season could hold. Plus Jhoan Duran's first blown save has happened, could it be because of his intro? Bob Cooney, Ray Didinger, and Jimmy Kempski join the show and more!

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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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NIL Researcher Dr. Thilo Kunkel 1:05:31

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College Football is back. But it will never be the same. NIL (Name, Image and Likeness) Researcher Dr. Thio Kunkel reveals how a massive influx of new money is changing college sports. We talk why the rich are getting richer, the disappearance of smaller schools and the powerhouses of NIL. 00:00: Intro 01:22: How NIL is Changing College Sports 08:4…

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Brandon Collins, Trae Crowder and Drew Lynch guest 57:07

1M ago57:07

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Doug welcomes Brandon Collins, Trae Crowder and Drew Lynch to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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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

1M ago42:04

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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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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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Lou Sullivan and The Pink Butt Book (w/ Zach Ozma & Ellis Martin) 1:10:19

2M ago1:10:19

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Lou Sullivan, arguably one of the first out gay trans men, kept diaries from age 11 until his death in 1991. Decades later, Zach Ozma and Ellis Martin compiled those diaries into "We Both Laughed in Pleasure" (aka the Pink Butt Book) which tells the story of Lou's full, freaky, fascinating life. Zach and Ellis talk to us about painstakingly parsing…

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Mike Carrozza, Martha Kelly and Justin Thompson guest 1:01:10

1M ago1:01:10

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Doug welcomes Mike Carrozza, Martha Kelly and Justin Thompson to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Tanner McKee stands out in pre-season, Geoff Mosher and Ray Didinger talk Birds, Scott Franzke gives Phillies insights! 2:17:13

2M ago2:17:13

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Rob Ellis and Mike Sielski talk a lot of Birds after the Eagles win their first pre-season game of the season over the Bengals at the Linc this past Thursday! Tanner McKee was a stand out, as well as undrafted signing Darius Cooper. Hear Scott Franzke's thoughts on the Phillies, who feel like they're heating up!…

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

2M ago1:45:04

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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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Paget Brewster, Eric Edelstein, Kelly McInerney and Jerry Trainor guest 1:30:31

2M ago1:30:31

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Live from Dynasty Typewriter in LA, Doug welcomes Paget Brewster, Eric Edelstein, Kelly McInerney and Jerry Trainor to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Jhoan Duran's first save in Phillies debut, Jimmy Rollins wall of fame, Micah Parsons and Terry McLaurin drama, Ray Didinger and Jim Salisbury join the show! 2:10:35

2M ago2:10:35

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Rob Ellis and Mike Sielski celebrate Jhoan Duran's debut with the Phillies where he also gets his first Phillies' save! Jimmy Rollins joins the Phillies Wall of Fame. Who's the best- Chase Utley, Jimmy Rollins, or Ryan Howard? What did you think about the Phillies trade deadline? Jim Salisbury joins the show to talk Phillies. Eric Allen joins the P…

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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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Gender Spiral LIVE in Chicago! (Night 1 w/ Lynzo the Heartthrob & Eoin McGraw) 1:34:40

2M ago1:34:40

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Missed us in Chicago? NEVER FEAR, THE RECORDING IS HERE! On night one of our two-night extravaganza at iO Theater in May, Ally and Babette were joined by drag artist/DJ/rapper Lynzo the Heartthrob and tattoo artist/overall lovely human being Eoin McGraw for a hilarious and thoughtful convo. Then, they answer some audience questions! Stay tuned- nig…

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Macon Blair, Amy Miller and Chad Opitz guest 1:14:10

2M ago1:14:10

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Live from the American Comedy Co. in Sweet Home San Diego, Doug welcomes Macon Blair, Amy Miller and Chad Opitz to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Phillies inch closer to the trade deadline- do they get a bat or an arm? Eagles have moved past the Championship. Scott Lauber joins to talk Phillies. The Texas Tailgaters' Joe Sperone talks about playing ... 1:27:25

2M ago1:27:25

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Rob Ellis and Jody Mac, in for Mike Sielski, talk a lot of Phillies. After destroying the Yankees last night, where do the Phillies think they need to improve? What will they do at the deadline? Scott Lauber joins the show to talk about the Phillies and their future as the deadline looms. Joe Sperone, a local product who now pitches for the Texas T…

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

2M ago1:40:40

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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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James DeMonaco, Samm Levine and Monica Nevi guest 58:06

2M ago58:06

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Doug welcomes James DeMonaco, Samm Levine and Monica Nevi to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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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

2M ago43:45

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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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Money Sucks -And- You Can Do It (w/ River Nice) 1:09:27

2M ago1:09:27

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Is it possible to get out of my mountain of credit card debt? How do I budget for mutual aid? Should I be buying stocks? What even IS life insurance?! Anti-capitalist financial planner River Nice answers these questions and more, and Babette and Ally learn a thing or two about financial literacy. Find River on Instagram @financewithriver and check …

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Josh Gondelman, Joe Lynch and Ellory Smith guest 1:03:21

2M ago1:03:21

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Doug welcomes Josh Gondelman, Joe Lynch and Ellory Smith to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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

3M ago1:32:25

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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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Gender Spiral Season 3 Trailer 2:00

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Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gendered world.