The Film Nuts Podcast
Your host Taylor D. Adams talks to artists, musicians, writers and others about their favorite films and shows, and asks them to share how they have been inspired or affected. Hopefully we can get to the root of why we love what we watch, why we’re crazy about a movie or *nuts* about a show…get it?
Episodes
Ever wonder how a single film can alter your view on life's big questions, like love and personal growth? That's the kind of revelation Megan Turner experienced after getting lost in the world of Scott Pilgrim vs. the World. In this episode, Megan, a trailblazing filmmaker and one of the forces behind Synced Together: AMVs & Their Editors, shares her filmmaking odyssey ignited by the narrative ingenuity of Scott Pilgr...
Ever find yourself whisked away into a world of swashbuckling swordsmen, mythical quests, and hilarious hijinks with just the opening credits of a film? That's the power of The Princess Bride, a movie that continues to tickle our funny bones and tug at our heartstrings. Joining me is Dr. Alex Dainis, a science communicator who makes fun and educational videos about all things science for curious audiences everywhere. We'r...
Have you ever been captivated by a criminal mastermind, only to find out their story was woven from lies? Join me as I sit down with Javier Leiva of the Pretend Podcast to peel away the layers of Frank Abagnale Jr.'s life, a story made famous by Spielberg's Catch Me If You Can. We grapple with the complex emotions of discovering that a tale we've rooted for might be a fabrication. Javier, who has faced Abagnale hims...
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Are you ready to embark on a journey into the mind of an artist inspired by the intricacies of Wes Anderson's films, notably The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou? Our guest, Patrick Shanahan, owner of the Ark Royal—a tiki bar that pays homage to the movie—shares how the film’s influence permeates his establishment. From the décor to the drinks, like the frozen Belafonte and Rum Cannonbal...
The Bear is one of my favorite shows of all time, and it hasn’t even ended yet. And luckily enough, it's a favorite of my guest today!
LXNNY is a hip-hop artist who draws inspiration from the meticulous detail and care found in FX's The Bear. We set off on a fascinating exploration of LXNNY's music, his influences, and the journey he has traversed in his artistic career. You'll get a taste of his music...
What happens when an automobile industry manager with a love for photography stumbles upon filmmaking? This podcast brings you the fascinating journey of Bill Howard, who swapped car engines for camera lenses and embarked on an unconventional path to become a filmmaker. This episode isn't just about Bill's career transition, it's about his deep-rooted passion for storytelling and the inspiration he found in the film ...
Did you ever imagine that a conversation about film, pop culture, and educational science could be so engaging? We certainly couldn't, until we invited the effervescent Maynard Okereke, the hip-hop MD, onto our show. This episode is infused with Maynard's contagious energy as we explore the impact of film, pop culture, and stagecraft on the world of science education.
Imagine a crossroads where the film Gladiator...
What if the epic tales of Game of Thrones held the key to navigating life's unexpected twists and turns? This question takes center stage in our latest conversation with speaker, coach, and founder of Speak Victory, Torin Dorn. As we dissect the concept of underdog journeys, Torin draws parallels between his personal journey and the narratives of beloved characters like John Snow and Arya Stark. From being overlooked in high s...
Calling all cinephiles and Coen Brothers enthusiasts! Join us as we deconstruct the breathtakingly suspenseful film 'No Country for Old Men' with our special guest, screenwriter and podcast host Tricia Aurand. In this thought-provoking conversation, we delve into the movie's non-conventional narrative structure, the instrumental role of violence in the film, and the impact these elements have on us, the audience. Tri...
Where do you turn to when you need to cope with something? Ideally, there’s a friend or family member you can talk to, or maybe an activity that lets you physically expel all your negative feelings, or maybe even a movie or a tv show you could watch. Obviously these options aren’t the only things that can be coping mechanisms. And sometimes these mechanisms can actually be kinda harmful.
Fleabag is a hilarious and thoughtful provoki...
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The things that get us interested in watching something vary from person to person. It could be the cast, it could be a striking visual we’ve seen teased on the internet or even something broad like just the genre. But what if the thing that you hooked was just a question? A question like, “Who killed Laura Palmer?”
Twin Peaks asked audiences that question before the show ...
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The Season 4 Premiere of The Film Nuts Podcast!
Kornelius Bascombe is a television producer and actor who believes Get Out excels in storytelling and its depiction of life in America for the black community. He feels it’s both a modern classic and important societal artifact for us to observe. Kornelius and I chat about him originally wanting to be a police officer, gettin...
Whether we are aware of it or not, that episode of TV we watched when we were 12 ultimately led us down our chosen career path. That movie we saw after a close relative passed away instilled in us a new outlook on life. What we watch can hit us differently than it hits anyone else, at any point in time. Inspiration, identity, therapy, magic - our favorite movie or tv show could be any and all of these things at once.
But ...
On this very special episode of the Film Nuts Podcast, we celebrate the fifth anniversary of Star Wars: Episode VIII - The Last Jedi by diving into the film's polarizing legacy! You'll hear from two massive Star Wars fans who have extremely different opinions on the movie, as well as voices from all over the world.
Clips courtesy of Star Wars: Episode VIII - The Last Jedi and The Director and the Jedi.
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Dr. Tina Lasisi doesn't watch a movie more than once, so when she chose to watch Daniels' Everything Everywhere All At Once twice, it was a special moment! Tina and I chat about the maximalist interpretation of this film, life on the internet, workaholism and how this movie spoke to her like no movie she had ever seen. Plus some other stuff. This movie has a lot going on.
Notes:
Above The Rim captured a moment of the New York City basketball scene perfectly in time according to hip-hop artist and educator, Eternal the M.C.. We talk about how music aides mental health, why drug dealers sponsor basketball teams and how Tupac Shakur had a huge impact on Eternal.
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What do Breaking Bad and my guest, Carson Smucker, have in common? They've both won Emmys! Carson chats with me about sports documentaries, ambition and family balance and how his own dad confused him for Jesse Pinkman.
Check out Carson's killer work with Upside Films! https://www.upsidefilms.com/
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What is fun? Director Tray Biddle wants us to find out with Quentin Tarantino's Kill Bill Vol. 1!
We chat about shared movie experiences, the importance of not staying grounded all the time and where creativity comes from.
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The extravagant Moulin Rouge! is my partner's favorite movie of all time, so, naturally, I had asked her on to talk about it with me! Nicole Yang is a graphic designer and brand strategist who fell in love with this film before any other movie. We chat about how her mom stopped her from watching it, the difference between art and design and the extraordinary m...
Tim Burton's masterpiece Big Fish teaches us the power of stories, and Tyler Gillespie takes these lessons and applies them to his job, his passions and his life. Tyler is a self-proclaimed "seeker of magic," and relates to the whimsy and raconteur embellishment of the film's central character.
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