{"id":79391,"date":"2016-08-01T12:28:00","date_gmt":"2016-08-01T17:28:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/?p=79391"},"modified":"2016-08-01T12:28:56","modified_gmt":"2016-08-01T17:28:56","slug":"5-podcasts-for-filmmakers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/5-podcasts-for-filmmakers\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Podcasts for Filmmakers"},"content":{"rendered":"
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In addition to being a great way to pass the time in traffic, these podcasts are loaded with entertaining real-world insight into the world of filmmaking.<\/h2>\n

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Podcasts<\/strong> are an excellent use of time if you find yourself stuck in traffic, on a road trip, or even writing a paper. The TV & Film podcast category on iTunes<\/a>\u00a0features hundreds of choices, which can be quite overwhelming if you\u2019re new to the world of podcasts<\/strong>. Though many are helpful and entertaining, a few stand out as a truly beneficial use of your time. Here are five of our favorites.<\/p>\n

1. Filmspotting<\/a><\/h3>\n

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Hosts Adam Kempenaar and Josh Larsen<\/a> dedicate over an hour each week to talking about film, from reviewing the latest indie and blockbuster releases<\/strong>, to discussing hidden gems from respected directors or encouraging their listeners to vote for their favorite cinematographer. There\u2019s a lot to discover and plenty to learn from this genuinely film-loving podcast.<\/p>\n

Recommended Episode:<\/strong> # 570 \u2014 The Hateful Eight vs. The Revenant<\/a><\/em>.\u00a0\u00a0In this particular episode, the hosts get into a heated discussion\u00a0on style versus substance<\/strong>. Both hosts make compelling arguments for why each of the films hit or missed their mark.<\/p>\n

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2. WTF With Marc Maron<\/a><\/h3>\n

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Although not technically a filmmaking<\/strong> podcast<\/strong>, Marc Maron’s<\/a> in-depth, conversational interviews provide some of the best insight into what makes your favorite filmmakers tick. Whether he\u2019s interviewing someone like Lynn Shelton<\/a> or Rob Reiner<\/a>, the hour-long interviews inevitably end up shedding some light on how they got to where they are and offer a look at their movie-making philosophies.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Recommended Episode:<\/strong> #565 \u2014 Paul Thomas Anderson<\/em>.<\/a>\u00a0Marc talks with PTA for nearly two hours about each film of the prolific filmmaker’s career. Paul Thomas Anderson also dives into why he shot The Master<\/a><\/em> in 70mm<\/strong>. Fascinating.<\/p>\n

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3. Writers Panel: A Nerdist Podcast<\/a><\/h3>\n

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The Writers Panel from Nerdist is a traditional two-person interview podcast<\/strong>\u00a0that brings in the industry’s top screenwriters and classic hollywood figures such as James L Brooks<\/a>. These writers often talk about the process of screenwriting and the motivations behind said process. This podcast is perfect for anyone trying to step up their screenwriting game.<\/p>\n

Recommended Episode:<\/strong> #272 \u2014 Shane Black<\/a>.\u00a0In this episode, writer\/director Shane Black discusses his latest film, The Nice Guys<\/a><\/em>, as well as diving into some of his previous work like Lethal Weapon<\/a><\/em> and Kiss Kiss Bang Bang<\/a><\/em>.<\/p>\n

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4.\u00a0No Film School<\/a><\/h3>\n
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A fairly recent inclusion in the world of podcasts<\/strong>, No Film School<\/a> features up-and-coming filmmakers<\/strong> discussing new ways and tips to get your produced and financed. The featured guests also dive into recent camera gear and tech they\u2019re currently high on.<\/p>\n