These days it seems like there’s apodcasttailor-made to answer anyone’s questions about anything. Everything from interviewers interviewing objects to a podcast debating whetherbats deserve a podcast, there’s bound to be something to pique one’s interest if they search hard enough. Continuing with the theme of nearly everyone having a podcast, MovieWeb.com is launching its podcast about, you guessed it, movies, soon to contribute to the pop culture discussion.
Podcasts are great because they can be listened to intently or subconsciously while tending to other things. Moreover, now is the perfect time for anyone thinking about starting a podcast to take the leap of faith, as plenty of information and resources are available tohelp you get started. In this list, we’ve included a few of our favorite podcasts about the entertainment industry — particularly the film industry, and any relevant info regarding its politics, advice for starting a career, or even movie recommendations from some of Hollywood’s most trusted sources.
10The Rewatchables
The Ringer’sThe Rewatchablesfeatures host Bill Simmons and a roundtable of other notable voices from The Ringer as they emphatically discuss movies and films they’re obsessed with. In addition to gushing over the respective films and movies covered, Simmons and his co-hosts provide unique insights into the projects — many of which are considered classics.The Rewatchablesis worth a listen if you’re a cinephile looking to have your preconceived notions of old-school (and new-school) movies and films challenged or if you’re just simply interested in a dialogue about some of Hollywood’s most beloved projects.
9How Did This Get Made?
How Did This Get Made?is a comedy podcast hosted by comedians Paul Scheer, June Diane Raphael, and Jason Mantzoukas. As the podcast’s name suggests, each episode of this podcast details a hilarious and absurd story about a film’s pre-production or the on-set shenanigans of a belovedor obscure movie. The hosts also invite guests they’ve collaborated with or are fans of to discuss these bizarre projects, such as Whitney Cummings, Nick Wiger, and more. This podcast is motivational because it reinforces the idea that no matter how wild or outrageous an idea might be, someone might be willing to invest in it.
8Pop Culture Happy Hour
Pop Culture Happy Houris a podcast that offers its listeners a full range of movies, TV shows, books, video games, etc. to its audience to check out.Pop Culture Happy Hourcovers everything from the obscure to the overrated in this podcast, and with the average episode clocking in at just under thirty minutes, it might be perfect for people more interested in short formats. With four in-a-half stars out of five across 409 episodes so far, people yearning for new entertainment recommendations may want to listen toPop Culture Happy Hour, as the host’s opinions seem respected and informative.
7You Must Remember This
American film critic Karina Longworth hostsYou Must Remember This, a podcast in which she covers the history of Old Hollywood in a storytelling format. Dedicated to preserving Hollywood’s early history, Longworth accomplishes this by uncovering secrets and hidden gems that even most cinephiles aren’t aware of. The podcast also includes many industry professionals as they offer their perspectives on many of the uncovered nuggets of Hollywood gold. Active since 2014,You Must Remember Thisis unique because it satisfies the film and storytelling niche in one format and is a must for any loversof Hollywood’s Golden Age.
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6The Movies That Made Me
Hosted by Academy Award-nominated screenwriter Josh Olson andThe Gremlinsdirector Joe Dante,The Movies That Made Mecenters around some of Hollywood’s most beloved personalities and professionals discussing the movies and films that inspired them or their careers. With more than 260 episodes so far, the podcast has featured talents like Paul Schrader, Thomas Jane, Boots Riley, and Rhea Seehorn, each offering lengthy and insightful discussions about some of their favorite projects.The Movies That Made Mecan be informative to new filmmakers as it likely contains at least an episode of one of their influences discussing the projects that inspired them.
5Call Sheet
Billed as “a podcast by, for, and about below-the-line filmmakers,” theCall Sheetis a podcast that delves into the behind-the-camera politics of making a movie or a film. Ran by line producers Bryce Cyrier and Kiku Terasaki,Call Sheetpromises to offer filmmakers — new and experienced robust insights, tips, and stories destined to help develop anyone’s career. Some ofCall Sheet’sepisodes focus on effective communication, on-set safety, and ways to stay organized during a stressful shoot, and it is the only podcast on the list designed to help folks who may want to work in a below-the-line capacity.
4Scriptnotes
Hosted by acclaimed screenwriters John August and Craig Mazin,Scriptnotesfocuses primarily on the craft of writing. Whether for film or television, August and Mazin discuss the various stages of their careers while offering advice to new writers of any discipline, and each episode regularly features the insights of other writers.
Renowned for its detailed insights into the business side of Hollywood,Scriptnoteshas been active for over a decade and has been considered one of thebest filmmaking podcastson multiple occasions. Additionally, the podcast’s three-page challenge — where listeners submit the first three pages of their scripts for criticism, has been well-received as it offers novice writers a taste of what professional criticism is like.
3Making It: Women in Film
Created by Malin Evita Ditlefsen,Making It: Women in Filmoffers listeners the female perspective on many tropes, stereotypes, etc., in the film industry. The team and their guests invite other women on the podcast to discuss their experiences in Hollywood, and they offer other women looking to break into the industry advice and tips. The podcast is noteworthy because it provides an intimate look into the struggles many women face in the entertainment industry and other industries. Even though efforts have been made to break down barriers andelevate women’s voices,Making It: Women in Filmis still essential listening for anyone who wants to learn what they can do to support women in film.
2Black on Black Cinema
Hosted by Jay, Micah (no, not me), Terrence, and T’ara,Black on Black Cinemadelves into African-American cinema and examines social issues relevant to the films and movies. LikeMaking It: Women in Film,Black on Black Cinemais a voice for an often underrepresented community by members of it who offer an unfiltered perspective on many damaging tropes, stereotypes, etc., that Hollywood continues to promote.
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With just under 500 episodes so far,Black on Black Cinemahas covered many films in the Black diaspora, and they’ve scrutinized how the portrayals of African Americans in the media have influenced society’s perception of them.Black on Black Cinemais one part film podcast, one-part anthropology course, and is one of the leading voices in helping reshape the narrative regarding the perception of African Americans.
1No Film School
No Film Schoolhas been considered one of the best — if not the best, film podcast currently available. Often featuring industry professionals at various levels,No Film Schooloffers listeners practical advice to advance every stage of their careers from conception to completion. Additionally, the podcast coverscurrent trends in the industryand makes recommendations on the latest gear and equipment on the market. For anyone on the fence about attending film school, theNo Film Schoolpodcast is just for you, as it’s designed to motivate and inspire listeners to pursue their film aspirations on their own terms.
