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Jordan Peele - 'Get Out' Oct 23, 2017

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One of the smartest and funniest people in show business — heretofore best known as half of the comedy team Key & Peele, which was at the center of an Emmy-winning Comedy Central sketch show of the same name from 2012 through 2015 — reflects on his path to writing and directing a $4.5 million film that grossed more than $250 million worldwide upon its release in February and remains 2017's most critically acclaimed release.

Credits: Hosted by Scott Feinberg, recorded and produced by Matthew Whitehurst.

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Philip Glass - 'Jane' Oct 16, 2017

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One of the most revered and influential composers of the past century reflects on the 'minimalism' style for which he's famous, collaborations with everyone from David Bowie to Martin Scorsese and scoring Brett Morgen’s terrific new documentary about the early work of primatologist Jane Goodall.

But first: Ashley Cullins, a THR staff reporter specializing in legal coverage, joins Scott to discuss the stunning downfall of Harvey Weinstein and what may come next.

Credits: Hosted by Scott Feinberg, recorded and produced by Matthew Whitehurst.

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Sean Baker and Brooklynn Prince - 'The Florida Project' Oct 09, 2017

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An unassuming director and his precocious leading lady reflect on their unlikely journeys — through iPhone movies and kiddie casting calls — to a collaboration that resulted in one of 2017's most acclaimed films.

But first: THR's film critic and chief theater critic David Rooney joins Scott to dissect the first half of the 55th New York Film Festival.

Credits: Hosted by Scott Feinberg, recorded by Ryan Gabos and produced by Matthew Whitehurst.

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Kobe Bryant - 'Dear Basketball' Oct 03, 2017

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The Lakers legend reflects on his hardwood career, how 'Black Mamba' saved him, why he retired via a poem that he's turned into an acclaimed animated short — plus who he considers the greatest NBA player ever, how he feels about National Anthem kneeling and more.

But first: Veteran Academy members Alec Lorimore and Arnold Schwartzman look back on the David vs. Goliath battle that ultimately resulted in the creation of a documentary branch of the Academy.

Credits: Hosted by Scott Feinberg, recorded and produced by Matthew Whitehurst.

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Judi Dench - 'Victoria and Abdul' Sep 25, 2017

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The legendary stage and screen actress, who made her professional debut 60 years ago, reflects on landing her first great film role at 63, earning all seven of her Oscar noms (one of whihc resulted in a win) over the 20 years since and why she may or may not have Harvey Weinstein's name tattooed on her bum.

But first: THR's film editor Gregg Kilday joins Scott to recap the last week in the awards race.

Credits: Hosted by Scott Feinberg, recorded and produced by Matthew Whitehurst.

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Benedict Cumberbatch - 'The Current War' Sep 18, 2017

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One of the most exciting actors of his generation, who made his name on TV as a 21st century Sherlock Holmes and in films ranging from 'The Imitation Game' to 'Doctor Strange,' reflects on the appeal of acting, experiencing sudden celebrity and playing real people, most recently Thomas Edison.

But first: Toronto International Film Festival artistic director Cameron Bailey and CEO Piers Handling join Scott to recap the 42nd Toronto International Film Festival.

Credits: Hosted by Scott Feinberg, recorded by Adam Clark and produced by Matthew Whitehurst.

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Kumail Nanjiani - 'The Big Sick' & 'Silicon Valley' Sep 11, 2017

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The trailblazing Pakistan-born comedian, writer and actor — one of the few brown men ever to play a lead in an American movie — reflects on coming to America at 18, falling in love with stand-up and making the most emotionally vulnerable period in his life the center of a movie that now has grossed more than $50 million worldwide and is the second best-reviewed release of 2017 so far.

But first: THR's editorial director Matthew Belloni joins Scott to discuss the 42nd Toronto International Film Festival.

Credits: Hosted by Scott Feinberg, recorded by Eric Taylor and produced by Matthew Whitehurst.

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Gal Gadot - 'Wonder Woman' Sep 06, 2017

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The 32-year-old Israeli who played DC Comics’ most iconic female character in the first big-studio superhero film ever to center on a female protagonist — the hit of the summer — discusses her unusual road to Hollywood, her champions and trolls ("They had a lot to say about the lack of boobs and the lack of booty") and her film's critical, commercial and social success.

But first: THR's executive editor (features) Stephen Galloway joins Scott to discuss the 42nd Telluride Film Festival.

Credits: Hosted by Scott Feinberg, recorded and produced by Matthew Whitehurst.

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Tracee Ellis Ross - 'Black-ish' Aug 27, 2017

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This year's Golden Globe winner for best actress in a comedy series discusses what it was like growing up as Diana Ross' daughter, why her current show and character are socially significant and why she has mixed feelings about the accolades that she's been racking up, of late.

Credits: Hosted by Scott Feinberg, recorded by Dennis Schweitzer and produced by Matthew Whitehurst.

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Kristen Wiig - 'Saturday Night Live' Aug 26, 2017

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The actress who Lorne Michaels ranks among the "top three or four" 'SNL' cast members ever reflects on how she fell in love with improv, why she co-wrote and starred in 'Bridesmaids' and then followed its massive success with indie dramedies and what it's like to return to Studio 8H as a host.

Credits: Hosted by Scott Feinberg, recorded by Dennis Schweitzer and produced by Matthew Whitehurst.

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