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Peter Mayhew: "I Did Get a Medal"

Moises Chiullan — Tue, 28 May 2019 18:00:00 +0000

Peter Mayhew was Chewbacca, and Chewbacca was Peter Mayhew. The size of his heart far exceeded that of his towering frame.

Recorded live at Dallas Comic Show 2016.

Emilia Clarke & Nathalie Emmanuel: Live in Houston

Moises Chiullan — Tue, 28 May 2019 03:01:00 +0000

This is a bonus not-really-an-episode recorded live at Comicpalooza 2019. For context: this Q&A happened after Game of Thrones S8 episode 4 dropped, but before episode 5 aired.

Nathalie Emmanuel came onstage first, followed by Emilia Clarke, who joined her for the remainder of the Q&A.

Isaac Hempstead-Wright: “Dr. Bran-hattan”

Moises Chiullan — Tue, 28 May 2019 03:00:00 +0000

Isaac (Bran Stark) talks about stumbling his way into acting, the experience of working on the biggest international series in TV history, and what he wants to do beyond the Seven Kingdoms.

Recorded live at Alamo City Comic Con 2018, so this episode contains no spoilers for Season 8 of Game of Thrones. It does, however, spoil things from across all of the first 7 seasons of the show.

Kristian Nairn: "Flirting in Hodor"

Moises Chiullan — Sun, 14 Apr 2019 02:00:00 +0000

Kristian Nairn only had one word to work with throughout his time on Game of Thrones, but he found a way to make the most of it. In doing so, he’s become one of the most-beloved characters on one of the great shows in TV history.

Find out how much Kristian knew about the books before he auditioned, the most difficult day he had on-set, and more than you may have known about his fondness for comic books, heavy metal, and World of Warcraft.

"Space Odyssey" with Keir Dullea & Gary Lockwood

Moises Chiullan — Sun, 14 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Last year marked the 50th Anniversary of Stanley Kubrick’s 2001: A Space Odyssey. Stars Keir Dullea and Gary Lockwood discuss the making of the film and the 50-year journey since.

One of the greatest films in the history of cinema was hated by critics at the time of its release. It completely changed the direction of science fiction “space” cinema and cemented the genre as anything but silly, compared to what came before. This episode was culled from a series of interviews conducted over the course of 2018 with stars Keir Dullea (Dave Bowman) and Gary Lockwood (Gary Poole).

2001: A Space Odyssey is now available in 4K/UHD from Warner Home Video. The best way to watch it is on 70mm film. See if your local film society, IMAX, or art house is playing it.

Coco's Ana Ramírez González: "The Little Details"

Moises Chiullan — Thu, 08 Mar 2018 05:58:00 +0000

Over the last five years, Coco sketch artist Ana Ramirez has gone from an intern to being staffed on an Academy Award-winning feature (Coco), illustrating the official Coco storybook (Miguel and the Grand Harmony), and starting work on a second, still-secret feature. Ana discusses her path to working for Pixar, her journey on Coco, and how Pixar makes the concept of a progressive, inclusive workplace a reality.

Coco is now available on Blu-ray, DVD, and 4K Blu-ray

Moana's Malcon Pierce: "Sculptural Integrity"

Moises Chiullan — Wed, 30 Nov 2016 05:00:00 +0000

Moana supervising animator Malcon Pierce shares the story of how he fell in love with and began working in animation, and what he learned truly made something take on the trademark look and feel of “classic Disney”.

Terry Farrell: "Many Lives, Many Faces"

Moises Chiullan — Sat, 05 Nov 2016 16:00:00 +0000

Star Trek: Deep Space Nine's Terry Farrell discusses the trials & tribulations she underwent as an aspiring actress, the choices she wishes she could have made, and how rewarding it is to have helped crack glass ceilings for countless women.

Michael Dorn & John de Lancie: "A Different Path"

Moises Chiullan — Fri, 04 Nov 2016 16:00:00 +0000

Star Trek: The Next Generation stars Michael Dorn and John de Lancie explore what gave their lives focus, leading to professional lives as actors. "Worf" & "Q" also talk politics, but not specific candidates nor polls. Rather, what issues and priorities are missing from modern politics...as well as Star Trek?

Susan Eisenberg, Wonder Woman

Moises Chiullan — Wed, 26 Oct 2016 03:00:00 +0000

To an entire generation of fans, Susan Eisenberg is Wonder Woman. From a childhood love of radio theatre and classic cinema to taking up the golden lasso of Wonder Woman, Susan Eisenberg has built her career around the things she loves. Her audience loves her for it, and for good reason.

Scott Derrickson: "Let Magic Be Magic"

Moises Chiullan — Thu, 20 Oct 2016 18:45:00 +0000

Doctor Strange director Scott Derrickson and film programmer, critic, and activist Walter Chaw discuss Marvel's Sorcerer Supreme: from updating the character for the screen to confronting accusations of whitewashing and erasure from a conscientious perspective.

Mark Hamill & Kevin Conroy: "The Brass Ring"

Moises Chiullan — Wed, 12 Oct 2016 04:15:00 +0000

Mark Hamill and Kevin Conroy reflect on almost 25 years as friends and on-screen nemeses. On this very special episode, Hamill and Conroy share fascinating stories you've never heard, tease future collaborations (!), and answer audience questions at Fan Expo Canada 2016.

George Takei: "The Story is Not Forgotten"

Moises Chiullan — Fri, 09 Sep 2016 01:30:00 +0000

George Takei tells stories from working on Star Trek, his activism work, and his personal life.

Recorded live at Fan Expo Canada 2016.

"Pete's Dragon: Unstuck in Time" with David Lowery & Toby Hallbrooks

Moises Chiullan — Wed, 07 Sep 2016 03:22:00 +0000

Pete's Dragon director David Lowery and screenwriter Toby Halbrooks made a reboot/remake/reimagining of a "franchise" picture refreshing and unique. Sometimes, the secret ingredient is a voice actor adding a dialogue-free character to a simple, honest fantasy world.

Jennifer Hale & Joe Madureira: "The Length of Your Vision"

Moises Chiullan — Wed, 13 Jul 2016 00:00:00 +0000

Legendary voice actress Jennifer Hale and game producer/superstar artist Joe Madureira ended up on the same panel at Fan Expo Dallas completely by accident. They discuss their origin stories as fans and creatives, as well as their roles on opposite sides of the glass in the recording booth. One of them might have ended up landing a job thanks to a panel scheduling error.

Edward James Olmos: "Nothing Came Easy"

Moises Chiullan — Mon, 13 Jun 2016 19:30:00 +0000

Edward James Olmos digs into how his activism and personal beliefs have informed his work, from baseball player to rock and roller to iconic Latino actor. Recorded live at Dallas Comic-Con Fan Days in February 2016.

Dan Perri & John Gruber: "Going Back Into Space"

Moises Chiullan — Thu, 05 May 2016 03:00:00 +0000

There is something wrong with the opening crawl for The Force Awakens. Fan and typography enthusiast John Gruber and original Star Wars opening title sequence designer Dan Perri help unravel the mystery of where (and when) things went wrong.

"Team Negative One" with "Mr. Black"

Moises Chiullan — Tue, 05 Apr 2016 01:15:00 +0000

A small group of fans spent almost half a decade restoring the original Star Wars (in HD) from 35mm film prints. They don't want to make money off of it. They don't want their names publicized. They just want the work to be done. This is their fascinating story, as told by "Mr. Black".

"Two Kinds of Silence": Reacting to The Force Awakens

Moises Chiullan — Wed, 30 Dec 2015 19:15:00 +0000

20 guests are asked to pick just one thing in (or about) Star Wars: The Force Awakens to talk about for two minutes or less. This episode includes a spoiler warning.

"A New New Hope" with John Gholson

Moises Chiullan — Fri, 18 Dec 2015 07:45:00 +0000

This episode is nothing but spoiler talk regarding The Force Awakens, with John Gholson and Moisés reflecting on what they absorbed having just seen the film at an early critics' screening, prior to its public opening.

"Lying to Children" with John Gholson

Moises Chiullan — Wed, 16 Dec 2015 23:15:00 +0000

Without spoiling The Force Awakens, John Gholson joins Moisés to reminisce about the rise, fall, and potential “re-awakening” of Star Wars fandom. From childhood to anticipation of the new movie, what triggers your Star Wars sense memory? Pictured above, John Gholson, age 5. In our next episode, we will dig into spoilers for The Force Awakens. In addition to holding publication until public screenings start Thursday night, it’ll carry warnings (and no spoilers in its show notes).

Dan Starkey & Erika Ensign: "Serials and Cinema"

Moises Chiullan — Tue, 15 Dec 2015 11:30:00 +0000

Modern TV has melded the old-school “chapter play” format with modern, lower-cost (and at once higher quality) production methods. The result is episodic content that is more than giving feature-length movies a run for their money. Erika Ensign (Verity, Lazy Doctor Who) joins Strax the Sontarran himself Dan Starkey to reveal how Doctor Who is succeeding where multimillion-dollar franchise features are hit-and-miss.

Guillermo del Toro: "Every Scar Tells a Story"

Moises Chiullan — Thu, 05 Nov 2015 22:00:00 +0000

Remastered and re-edited, this 2012 interview with Crimson Peak director Guillermo del Toro found him in post-production on Pacific Rim and nearing production on Crimson Peak (still in theatres) and The Strain, which just completed its second season. He talks about the power of monsters, video games, and his devout fervor for Hitchcock. Source interview originally broadcast 21 December 2012.

Chris Sarandon & Ken Page: "This is Halloween"

Moises Chiullan — Sat, 31 Oct 2015 15:00:00 +0000

Jack Skellington and Oogie Boogie (Chris Sarandon and Ken Page) take center stage in this very special Halloween bonus installment of our Behind the Microphone series, discussing their formative creative influences, strange things they've signed, and the power of the theatre.

Steve Blum & Mary McGlynn: "The First Instinct"

Moises Chiullan — Fri, 30 Oct 2015 19:00:00 +0000

Cowboy Bebop changed the perception of anime dubbed into English. Steve Blum (Spike) and Mary McGlynn (Julia and ADR Director on Bebop) discuss their origin stories as performers and voice actors in the latest installment of our Behind the Microphone series. Stick around for a falling-in-love story that's never been told on-the-record.

Leonard Nimoy: "Always Say Yes"

Moises Chiullan — Fri, 07 Aug 2015 14:00:00 +0000

At his final convention appearance in 2011, Leonard Nimoy revealed more in one sitting than anyone expected, at once telling his life's story and reminding us that "There's always room for one more good one".

Tom Kenny & Charles Martinet: "Behind the Microphone"

Moises Chiullan — Thu, 02 Jul 2015 01:30:20 +0000

A look at the different paths taken by actors known best for their various voices, featuring the incomparable Tom Kenny (Spongebob Squarepants, Adventure Time) and Charles Martinet (the voice of Nintendo's Mario). There's more to voice acting than just doing "funny voices". As an exclusive treat, you'll hear the first meeting between SpongeBob and The Ice King and learn the definitive pronunciation of "Mario".

Babs Tarr & Jess Fink: "Fighting Evil by Moonlight"

Moises Chiullan — Tue, 02 Jun 2015 03:45:00 +0000

A look at the sensation that is Sailor Moon, which has always been more than "just another anime for girls". Rockstar comic creators Babs Tarr and Jess Fink talk about the series' deep influence over them as creative professionals. Creators like Babs and Jess are now in turn driving stronger, more complex and relatable roles for women in their industries as well as in the stories they are telling.

"Banned From the Ranch" (Special Edition) with Drew McWeeny

Moises Chiullan — Thu, 16 Apr 2015 17:00:00 +0000

Just after Disney acquired LucasFilm in the fall of 2012, Moisés spoke with film critic Drew McWeeny about the doors opened by a regime change, the early days of Ain't It Cool, his being officially banned from Skywalker Ranch, and the best way to watch Star Wars with your kids, among other things. 2.5 years later, and on the heels of the opening of Star Wars Celebration 2015, Drew comes off as more prescient than anyone gave him credit for being...at the time or since.

The discussion featured in this episode first posted on 5 November 2012.

Alex Garland: "(Not) Epiphany-Based"

Moises Chiullan — Sat, 11 Apr 2015 16:24:53 +0000

Ex Machina writer/director Alex Garland grew up a fan of science fiction. His new film sets itself apart by happily eschewing on- and off-screen obstacles that get in the way of sci-fi cinema being great. At SXSW 2015, he and Moisés discuss the formative and professional influences that brought Ex Machina to the screen.

Manish Dayal: "Sense Memory"

Moises Chiullan — Tue, 03 Feb 2015 05:03:00 +0000

The Hundred-Foot Journey is anything but shy on the subject of flavor. The film's star, Manish Dayal, talks about his upbringing in two cultures and helps answer what makes a "food film" worth watching.

"Monkey's Paw" with Keith Calder & Simon Barrett

Moises Chiullan — Thu, 08 Jan 2015 23:52:25 +0000

Keith Calder and Simon Barrett return for an all-spoiler discussion of The Guest, now on VOD, DVD, and Blu-ray in the U.S. None of this will make much sense unless you've seen the movie, and is full of spoilers.

Adam Lisagor: "Love and Science"

Moises Chiullan — Wed, 19 Nov 2014 01:40:08 +0000

Christopher Nolan's Interstellar: like, love, or hate it, this is one of the biggest of the big movies of 2014. Can a movie this big live up to any (not even all) of our expectations?

"Earned Surprise" with Keith Calder & Simon Barrett

Moises Chiullan — Sat, 04 Oct 2014 00:49:54 +0000

Keith Calder and Simon Barrett talk about their new movie The Guest, being influenced by movies they (do and do not) love, the nuance in reaching modern audiences, and when to Blu-ray versus when to VOD.

"Year of the Spoon" with Nacho Vigalondo & Alejandro Brugués

Moises Chiullan — Thu, 02 Oct 2014 02:31:00 +0000

Alejandro Brugués and Nacho Vigalondo (l. to r.) are writer/directors from Cuba and Spain, respectively, but they consider Austin their birthplace as filmmakers. In a format-defying episode, we travel through time to tell their stories as artists who love making their movies as much as they do celebrating the work of others. WARNING: Very explicit language and imagery throughout. Enjoy.

"Orson Welles of the Genre" with Horace Dediu, Jason Snell, and John Gruber

Moises Chiullan — Fri, 19 Sep 2014 20:29:36 +0000

Apple has been using cinematic techniques in their events and ads since 1984. Horace Dediu, Jason Snell, and John Gruber discuss the story Apple has told on screens for 30 years: one of engineering thriving on dynamic creativity.

"I'll Never Be Venkman" with Eric Vespe & John Gholson

Moises Chiullan — Sat, 13 Sep 2014 06:47:00 +0000

Eric Vespe and John Gholson discuss Ghostbusters and Ghostbusters II, as well as the various canonical and non-canonical offshoots, spinoffs, and wholly unconnected diaspora connected to them: video games, toys, and even Ecto Cooler.

Tim McCanlies: "The Joy of Flight"

Moises Chiullan — Fri, 29 Aug 2014 19:45:00 +0000

Tim McCanlies and Harry Knowles discuss The Iron Giant and its hard road to completion. One wrote the screenplay for the movie, and the other wrote about the movie from afar. They touch on the genius of Brad Bird, removing a giant space bat from a rock opera, and the magic of animation, from Fleischer to Miyazaki. 15 years ago, The Iron Giant flopped at the box office, but it has become a beloved animated classic thanks to home video and cable. Share it with friends and family over the upcoming holiday weekend...or whenever it is you realize you know someone who hasn't seen it yet. Make sure you've seen The Iron Giant before listening to this episode, which is full of spoilers.

Robin Williams: "The Tactical Nuclear Man" with Andy Ihnatko

Moises Chiullan — Wed, 20 Aug 2014 20:15:20 +0000

Andy Ihnatko joins Moisés to discuss the mind, career, and incalculable impact of Robin Williams. There never have been, nor will there ever be, one like him.

"The Roller Blade Auteur" with Val Mayerik and John Gholson

Moises Chiullan — Thu, 14 Aug 2014 23:00:40 +0000

Howard the Duck co-creator Val Mayerik joins Moisés and Giant Size co-host John Gholson to talk about his past life as an actor, specifically in 1977 grindhouse Z-movie The Demon Lover. They discuss the infamous Demon Lover Diary, Z-movie auteur Donald G Jackson, and making things for the love of making them.

"A Novel for Television" with David J. Joehr

Moises Chiullan — Fri, 01 Aug 2014 01:29:47 +0000

David J Loehr joins Moisés to discuss FX's Fargo and The Strain, along with what makes (and has made) TV compelling as a "novelistic" art form. Is the approach of these new shows very different from Homicide: Life on the Street?

ENLISTED: "Hands on Heads" with Producers & Cast

Moises Chiullan — Sun, 22 Jun 2014 16:01:42 +0000

FOX comedy Enlisted got cancelled, but it might get a new lease on life elsewhere. Getting a show on the air is hard. Getting it brought back is harder. Enlisted did the first and might do the second.

"Irons in the Fire" with Ben Thompson & Guy English

Moises Chiullan — Fri, 13 Jun 2014 23:45:25 +0000

Ben Thompson joins and Guy English returns to discuss the "Puck Problem". Do we really want one centralized box, or is specialization the new convergence? Will Apple shake up Microsoft and Sony, or can they address a market that no one is really going after?

"The Contract of Fear" with Katie Floyd & Bradley Chambers

Moises Chiullan — Fri, 16 May 2014 04:38:00 +0000

Katie Floyd and Bradley Chambers talk about the TV pucks we have, the pucks we want, and the future of TV as well as how we consume content.

South by Southwest: "Blasphemy and Sex"

Moises Chiullan — Thu, 10 Apr 2014 00:15:00 +0000

South by Southwest & Austin Film Society co-founder (and newly-inducted Texas Film Hall of Fame member) Louis Black talks about the history of both organizations and the Austin film scene, supplemented by anecdotes and thoughts from directors, actors, colleagues, and childhood friend Leonard Maltin.

"Meatball on the Tree" with Adam Lisagor, Guy English, and John Gruber

Moises Chiullan — Sat, 08 Mar 2014 15:10:00 +0000

Adam Lisagor, Guy English, and John Gruber talk about the implications of "Kabletown" owning (almost) everyone's internet pipe in the U.S., the new faces and forces behind late night, the merits of Michael Mann's Heat, and the great Harold Ramis. (Part 2 of 2)

"Libido of a Salesman" with Adam Lisagor, Guy English, and John Gruber

Moises Chiullan — Sun, 02 Mar 2014 03:25:48 +0000

Adam Lisagor, Guy English, and John Gruber talk about the blurring lines between marketing and entertainment, the death of "what's on" content, and Jackass' magnum opus. Interview excerpt: Richard Dreyfuss

"Crazy Science Fair Experiment" with Matt Zoller Seitz, Merlin Mann, & David J Loehr

Moises Chiullan — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 20:03:00 +0000

We look at the substance and style of Wes Anderson's films, particularly Fantastic Mr. Fox.

"Bicycle for the Mind" with Horace Dediu & Guy English

Moises Chiullan — Tue, 11 Feb 2014 03:27:27 +0000

Horace Dediu and Guy English discuss the future of TV, how we consume media, and the fate of console-style devices.

Interview: Cinematographer Barry Braverman