Best Zach Ford Podcasts (2025)

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Ep #244 Magic Stories w/Paul & Paul of Birdie's Cabaret 1:52:05

12h ago1:52:05

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Today’s Guests Paul & Paul the owners and operators of Birdie’s Cabaret formerly The Joint. Opening this weekend these two fellas have some incredible things planned. New things every night of the week, themed events, all kinds of different entertainment you can think of. You might just have a new spot to go and hang out. Do yourself a favor and go…

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Ep. 595 – Igniting the Heart of Compassion: In Remembrance of Ralph De La Rosa 1:12:42

4d ago1:12:42

1:12:42

Honoring the life of a longtime friend of the Be Here Network, Ralph De La Rosa, this special episode explores Ralph’s wisdom on moving through trauma via the heart of compassion. If you’d like to honor Ralph De La Rosa’s legacy by supporting his family, a GoFundMe has been created to help with the significant and unexpected expenses following his …

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Christopher McQuarrie on The Final Reckoning, Benicio del Toro & Michael Cera on The Phoenician Scheme, Tony Gilroy on Andor s2 (spoilers), and Cannes You Dig It? 1:58:45

5d ago1:58:45

1:58:45

This week's episode of the Empire Podcast sees Chris Hewitt mark the release of Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning by doing a non-spoiler, non-epic (less than 20 minutes!) chat with that film's director, the legendarily loquacious Christopher McQuarrie, [26:00 - 43:06 approx] and have a lovely natter with the stars of the new Wes Anderson fi…

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The Shameless Plug #3: Jurassic World Rebirth And Other Animals 39:22

5d ago39:22

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The Shameless Plug — the show in which Chris Hewitt and Empire editor, Nick de Semlyen, sit down and talk you through the latest issue of Empire — is back for its third episode, folks. This one is dedicated to issue 441 of Empire (on sale now at all good, evil, and virtual newsagents), which features Jurassic World Rebirth on the cover, and Nick ta…

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Ep #243 Merch Gods w/Jeremy Gifford of (I Dream in Cellophane, Ginger Giant & Lumina) 2:01:02

8d ago2:01:02

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Today’s Guest is a man of many talents. Vocalist of I Dream in Cellophane and bassist for Ginger Giant and Lumina. This one goes off the rails in about three seconds I had a great time chatting hime up, we create the best merch in the game and so so much more go give all his bands a listen you are bound to like one or two of them. Links down below …

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The Extraordinary Miss Flower: An Empire Podcast Interview Special 30:31

10d ago30:31

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Iain Forsyth and Jane Pollard's The Extraordinary Miss Flower is part-concert film, part-performance art piece inspired by the life of its subject, a woman called Geraldine Flower. When she passed away a few years ago, her daughter Zoe discovered a number of letters, written over the years by suitors of Geraldine's, which painted a picture of a wil…

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Rosamund Pike & Matthew Rhys, Final Destination Bloodlines directors Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein, Superman and Spelling Bees 1:38:49

12d ago1:38:49

1:38:49

This week's episode of the BSME Awards-nominated Empire Podcast had better not be the episode that the BSME Awards judging panel listens to ahead of voting, or our nomination might be rescinded. Which is to say, chaos reigns as Chris Hewitt returns — eventually, after being waylaid by a McQ&A — to the hosting chair, and is joined by Helen O'Hara, J…

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Ep. 594 – Embodied Awareness & Somatic Healing with Jill Satterfield 1:07:35

12d ago1:07:35

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Embodied awareness practitioner Jill Satterfield joins Raghu to unpack how meditative poses, creativity, and slowing down can help us release pain, move energy, and heal somatically. In this delightful episode of the Mindrolling Podcast, Raghu and Jill Satterfield converse about: Out-of-body experiences through immersive art and altered states of c…

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Ep #242 Poor Kid Hotdogs w/Zach Burns (Professional Photographer) 1:45:45

13d ago1:45:45

1:45:45

Today’s Guest is a lens assassin Zach Burns. Hailing from Dallas Tx. Fresh off the Rise of the Roach tour working for Underoath. We talk about being the content guy for a band playing in arenas. The stress of running festival media curation, why it’s dumb to add more stress to something already stressfull and so much more. To think it all started f…

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Lily Gladstone & Kelly Marie Tran, Great Actor/Director Pairings, Tariffs and Teen Movies 1:39:12

18d ago1:39:12

1:39:12

It's another cracking episode of the (freshly award-nominated) Empire Podcast this week, folks, as Helen O'Hara slips into the hosting chair and tries to wrestle James Dyer and Alex Godfrey into shape as they talk about changeable movie titles, great actor/director pairings, Alex's favourite teen movies, the week's movie news including Donald Trump…

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Ep. 593 – A Journey Through Psyche & Spirit with Melinda Edwards, MD 1:01:33

19d ago1:01:33

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Dr. Melinda Edwards sits down with Raghu for a journey through psyche and spirit, revealing the doorways that led her out of trauma, into healing, and ultimately home to her heart. This time on Mindrolling, Raghu and Dr. Melinda Edwards discuss: How Dr. Melinda Edwards grew up as a child of medical missionaries in Guatemala The build-up of trauma i…

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The Fat Nasty w/Burnie and Colten of NYGMA 1:29:12

22d ago1:29:12

1:29:12

Today’s Guests Hailing all the way from Dallas Tx, Burnie and Colten of NYGMA. From the wild times of covid, the massive overloaded Dallas music scene to making records you can be proud of and going for it live no matter what. These guys are an absolute blast to be around and are really making moves in the music industry. You definitely don’t wanna…

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Episode 103 - Caleb Furst 1:01:49

23d ago1:01:49

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The winningest player in Purdue history, Caleb Furst, joined The Podcast to discuss his career at Purdue.By Purdue Basketball

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Ep. 592 – One Undivided Reality with Buddhist Teacher Haemin Sunim 1:02:19

26d ago1:02:19

1:02:19

International bestselling author and Zen Buddhist teacher Haemin Sunim joins Raghu Markus to explore awakening, emotional healing, and returning to joy in a unified reality. In this episode, Raghu and Haemin explore: Haemin’s early spiritual influences, including his fascination with J. Krishnamurti Understanding genuine freedom as freedom from the…

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Wyatt Russell, David Harbour & Hannah John-Kamen, Paul Feig, Ryan Coogler, And It’s Episode 666 1:57:55

26d ago1:57:55

1:57:55

It had to happen: the Empire podcast has finally gone to hell — quite literally in this case, as this particular show is episode 666. Perhaps appropriately, James is in the driving seat for this one, embracing this demonically anointed episode to bring you such thematically-relevant discussions as a Mount Rushmore of movie Satans and an off-topic d…

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Ep #240 Church of Ladder day Suplexes w/Tyler Fox (Professional Wrestler) 1:59:52

29d ago1:59:52

1:59:52

Today’s guest serving up punishments in the ring one collection plate at a time. The storm’n Mormon himself Tyler Fox, Hailing from the church of ladder day suplexes you don’t wanna mess with this bad boy. From living in a blanket fort, two degrees, embarrassing opponents to making violent J have the giggles. A lot of good times to be had here. Lin…

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Ep. 591 – The Intimate Way of Zen with James Ishmael Ford, Zen Buddhist Priest & Ordained Minister 59:49

1M ago59:49

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Discussing his new book, The Intimate Way of Zen, Nondual spiritualist James Ishmael Ford joins Raghu for an exploration of our relationship to all things. This time on Mindrolling, Raghu and James explore: James’ upbringing and how his maternal grandmother was the spiritual orientation for his family Having an intimate relationship with all things…

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The Convergence Is Here (ft. Gareth Evans, Christian Gudegast, and Gavin O'Connor), And Mount Rushmoreapalooza 1:55:20

1M ago1:55:20

1:55:20

It was foretold by the Ancient Ones: The Convergence (or Gunvergence, if you will), the day on which three absolutely slamming action movies will be released at the same time in the UK (albeit on different formats), ushering in a new era of sweaty dad bods, car chases, and many scenes where people die in a hail of bullets. And that day is today, fo…

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The Shameless Plug #2 — The June Issue 31:57

1M ago31:57

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The Shameless Plug returns, folks, for a second glorious episode in which Chris Hewitt and Empire editor, Nick de Semlyen, sit down in the podbooth and tell you how (and why) the sausage is made. That sausage being the new issue of Empire, which is on sale now in all good, evil, and virtual newsagents. Our dynamic duo talk through the month's big c…

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Type Casting w/Brian Webb (Cinematographer) 2:22:26

1M ago2:22:26

2:22:26

Today’s guest an old pal and great guy Brian Webb. Full Sail graduate in cinematography, musician, dad, and so much more we go way back together. Brian is a wealth of video knowledge catch him working with Arkansas wrestling programs such as TAC and Natural State Rassl’n. Links down below for all the goods. If you want behind the scenes and episode…

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Ep. 590 – Sacramental Medicine with David Silver 1:09:31

1M ago1:09:31

1:09:31

Exploring psychedelics as sacramental medicine, Mindrolling comrades David Silver and Raghu Markus discuss William Richards' book, Sacred Knowledge. Mindrolling is brought to you by Reunion. Reunion is offering $250 off any stay to the Love, Serve, Remember community. Simply use the code “BeHere250” when booking. Disconnect from the world so you ca…

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Easter Guestapalooza (Steve Coogan, Jonathan Pryce, Ray Mendoza, Alex Garland, Ludwig Göransson, Osgood Perkins), Movie Musicals, And The Oscars' Latest Stunt 1:59:21

1M ago1:59:21

1:59:21

This week's Empire Podcast (episode 664 if you're keeping score!) is more packed with goodness than your average Easter egg. Not only do Chris Hewitt, Helen O'Hara, and Alex Godfrey get into a discussion about what exactly makes a musical a musical (along with an impromptu visit to a certain mountain), but they tackle the week's movie news, includi…

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CANCAST 25 WRAP UP - Strength and Honour! 1:06:39

1M ago1:06:39

1:06:39

The boys go through the crazy weekend that was CANCAST! From a crazy move in week leading up to it right to one of the worst ice storms in 20 years the lads take you through all the events on what it took to pull CANCAST together!

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Ep #238 The Cackles of Failure w/Jp Ford Stand up comedian 2:29:07

1M ago2:29:07

2:29:07

Today's guest stand up comedian and wrestling commentator Jp Ford. From wild and crazy times as a kid living out in the sticks to starting comedy and becoming a traveling comedian. Links down below for all the goods. If you want behind the scenes and episodes 2 days early sign up for our Patreon it helps support the show in many ways. As always tha…

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Ep. 589 – How to Have a Happy Relationship with Kimberly Brown 57:41

2M ago57:41

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Author and meditation teacher Kimberly Brown explains how we can transform our relationships through Buddhist practices and principles. Mindrolling is brought to you by Reunion. Reunion is offering $250 off any stay to the Love, Serve, Remember community. Simply use the code “BeHere250” when booking. Disconnect from the world so you can reconnect w…

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Kevin Macdonald on One To One: John & Yoko — An Empire Podcast Interview Special 29:25

2M ago29:25

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Kevin Macdonald's latest documentary, One To One: John & Yoko, is out now in cinemas around the UK, folks, and it's well worth your time for anyone with even a passing interest in John Lennon and his wife, Yoko Ono, and their lives after The Beatles split up. But if you're a Beatlemaniac, this is manna from heaven as it not only brings you remaster…

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Ralph Fiennes & Juliette Binoche, Rami Malek & Laurence Fishburne, Christopher Landon, Movie Weddings, And Helen Returns! 1:57:56

2M ago1:57:56

1:57:56

This week's episode of the Empire Podcast is jam-packed etc. etc. Bumper-sized, and so on and so forth. But it's true, perhaps this week more than ever as Chris Hewitt sits down for chats with two pairs — first, there's Ralph Fiennes and Juliette Binoche, who reunite almost 30 years after The English Patient for this week's Odyssey-sampling drama, …

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Ep #237 Weird S#!% w/Miranda Hall of The Hall 2:43:17

2M ago2:43:17

2:43:17

Today’s guest you know her, you love her, the one and only Miranda Hall. Managing the Hall, A dog named whiskey, late night left overs, a few giant balloons and some mountain festivals. All that and so so so much more. Links down below for all the goods. If you want behind the scenes and episodes 2 days early sign up for our Patreon it helps suppor…

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Ep. 588 – Your Extraordinary Mind with Zach Leary 1:03:03

2M ago1:03:03

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Zach Leary returns to Mindrolling to discuss his upcoming book on navigating the psychedelic boom of the 21st century. Preorder your copy of Zach’s book, Your Extraordinary Mind: Psychedelics in the 21st Century and How to Use Them, HERE. Mindrolling is brought to you by Reunion. Reunion is offering $250 off any stay to the Love, Serve, Remember co…

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Will Poulter, Amber Midthunder, Beatles, Avengers, And Farewell To Val Kilmer 1:40:20

2M ago1:40:20

1:40:20

This week's Empire Podcast sees the long-awaited return of one of our favourite guests, the wonderful British actor Will Poulter, who talks to Chris Hewitt about his role in the new movie, Death Of A Unicorn, playing a prize A-hole, and impromptu tongue-twisters. [20:38 - 33:28 approx]Another returning guest joins us this week, as the delightful Am…

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Ep #236 Walking the Backroads w/Mallory Everett Singer-Songwriter/Country Artist 1:59:09

2M ago1:59:09

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Today’s guest Singer/Songwriter Country artist Mallory Everett. From the early days of playing covers in bars to getting burned out to making her own way with music of her own. How life sometimes gets in the way, paying full price, staying away from the ocean and so much more. We had a great time and you will too. Links down below for all the goods…

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Ep. 587 – Art as a Tool for Transformation with Amanda Sage 1:01:28

2M ago1:01:28

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Visionary Artist, Amanda Sage, joins Raghu to talk about using art as a tool for transformation and awakening. Mindrolling is brought to you by Reunion. Reunion is offering $250 off any stay to the Love, Serve, Remember community. Simply use the code “BeHere250” when booking. Disconnect from the world so you can reconnect with yourself at Reunion. …

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George MacKay, Irwin Winkler, And The Avengers Doomsday Cast Announcement 1:59:44

2M ago1:59:44

1:59:44

We start on a director's chair. We pull back to reveal its back. On it is emblazoned a name. That name? George MacKay, the wonderful star of this week's thought-provoking original movie musical, Joshua Oppenheimer's The End, who pops into the podbooth to have a good old natter [from 30:49 - 48:20 approx] with... We pull back. It's another director'…

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The Shameless Plug #1 — The May 2025 Issue 34:25

2M ago34:25

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Welcome to The Shameless Plug, a brand new Empire Podcast regular show, folks. As the title suggests, every month Chris Hewitt will sit down with Empire editor, Nick de Semlyen, for a deep dive into the latest issue of Empire, bringing you the stories behind the stories and covering everything including the cover. This month's cover feature is Thun…

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Ep #235 Spin'n -N- Grin'n w/Justing Dunn of Full Moon Records 2:09:54

2M ago2:09:54

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Today’s guest the return of Justin Dunn the owner and operator of Full Moon Records. Now in college for sound engineering he is hard at work trying to make full moon a real competitive place for shows in central Arkansas. With a new stage some new pa gear things are rocking and rolling over there in Conway. Go check out a show and grab a new or sli…

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Ep. 586 – Qualities of Spirit and Soul with Zen Teacher John Tarrant 58:32

2M ago58:32

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Recognizing the beauty in being human, Raghu and John Tarrant discuss incorporating the qualities of both soul and spirit into our lives. Mindrolling is brought to you by Reunion. Reunion is offering $250 off any stay to the Love, Serve, Remember community. Simply use the code “BeHere250” when booking. Disconnect from the world so you can reconnect…

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Barry Levinson, Gints Zilbalodis, Snakes On A Podcast, And The Convergence 1:43:06

2M ago1:43:06

1:43:06

It's another bumper-sized edition of the Empire Podcast this week, folks, in which Chris Hewitt sits down on Zoom with the legendary director, Barry Levinson, on the eve of the release of his new gangster movie, The Alto Knights, starring Robert De Niro, Robert De Niro and Robert De Niro's dogs. [23:31 - 40:13 approx] Then, we also hear from Gints …

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Hans Zimmer And Paul Dugdale: An Empire Podcast Interview Special 32:15

2M ago32:15

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This week sees the release of Hans Zimmer And Friends: Diamond In The Desert, a concert film like no other, which captures the great Hans Zimmer and his band in full flow in Dubai, and also intersperses a number of revealing interviews Zimmer conducted with the likes of Christopher Nolan, Zendaya, Billie Eilish, Pharrell Williams, Denis Villeneuve,…

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Ep #234 $1000 Skate Shoes w/The Wicked Loser Caleb Cauley 1:54:42

2M ago1:54:42

1:54:42

Today’s guest one of the most kind and unique people I’ve ever come across. Caleb “Wicked Loser” Cauley. He is insanely talented from skating, painting, t-shirt making and so so much more. Go on a full journey with us on this episode. Go support all of his endeavors online. Links down below for all the goods. If you want behind the scenes and episo…

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Ep. 585 – Down to Earth Dharma with Rebecca Bradshaw 56:18

2M ago56:18

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Getting down to earth and into the heart, Rebecca Bradshaw joins Raghu to discuss balancing masculine and feminine energy in the dharma. Mindrolling is brought to you by Reunion. Reunion is offering $250 off any stay to the Love, Serve, Remember community. Simply use the code “BeHere250” when booking. Disconnect from the world so you can reconnect …

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Millie Bobby Brown & Chris Pratt, Michael Fassbender & Marisa Abela, Best Fourth Parts, And The Number 12 1:45:28

2M ago1:45:28

1:45:28

Welcome to episode 659 (yes, we're keeping count) of The Empire Podcast, folks. And it's a belter, as Chris Hewitt sits down on Zoom with The Electric State's Millie Bobby Brown and Chris Pratt to talk about their favourite Russo brother, accents, and which one will attend the parade if/when Liverpool win this year's Premier League title. [23:34 -3…

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Ep #233 Two Stepp'n w/ Deacon & Michael of Pit Lock 1:34:22

3M ago1:34:22

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Today the first official guests in the new studio Deacon & Michael of Pit Lock. One of the newest bands on the block these guys are hitting the ground running. From the early days of being inspired, living all over the place, finally creating things they love and a lot more. These guys know what they want and its wonderful to see. Links down below …

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Ep. 584 – A Secret History of LSD in the Third Reich with Norman Ohler 56:59

3M ago56:59

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Raghu Markus and Norman Ohler explore the history of drugs in the Third Reich and how this ultimately lead to the psychedelic age in America. Mindrolling is brought to you by Reunion. Reunion is offering $250 off any stay to the Love, Serve, Remember community. Simply use the code “BeHere250” when booking. Disconnect from the world so you can recon…

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Jack Huston, Bong Joon Ho, The Oscars, and The Greatness Of Gene Hackman 1:50:16

3M ago1:50:16

1:50:16

This week's Empire Podcast features two cracking interviews with two directors at different stages of their career. First, actor-turned-director Jack Huston sits down on Zoom and tells Chris Hewitt how he managed to make his directorial debut, the black-and-white drama Day Of The Fight, recruiting Joe Pesci for a supporting role, and the influence …

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CANCAST is closing in! 47:36

3M ago47:36

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The boys touch base on what's to come at the show and go over some of the new changes and Vendors!

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Ep #232 New Studio Who Dis? w/Kurt, Taylor & Matty 1:28:54

3M ago1:28:54

1:28:54

Well everyone today is the day we see a long term goal realized. This is the inaugural episode from our new Studio C. Held in the tallest building in Arkansas all the way up in the 15th floor with a window view. The view is now the back drop of all the future episodes. This move has been a wild month of back and fourth while still putting out pods …

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Pamela Anderson, Naomi Ackie, And Farewell To Gene Hackman 1:37:19

3M ago1:37:19

1:37:19

Don't call it a comeback. This week's episode of the Empire Podcast sees Pamela Anderson, star of Baywatch and Barb Wire, sit down with Alex Godfrey to tell him about how Gia Coppola's The Last Showgirl has given her a second chance in Hollywood. [23:46 - 38:29 approx] Our other interview sees Mickey 17 (out next Friday, fact fans!) star Naomi Acki…

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Ep. 583 – The Joyful Endeavor of the Buddhist Path with Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche 1:05:34

3M ago1:05:34

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Raghu welcomes Tibetan Buddhist teacher Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche for a conversation on being diligent and consistent in our practice. Mindrolling is brought to you by Reunion. Reunion is offering $250 off any stay to the Love, Serve, Remember community. Simply use the code “BeHere250” when booking. Disconnect from the world so you can reconnect wit…

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Ep #231 Crazy Kids w/Will Harmon Kurts Brother 1:13:39

3M ago1:13:39

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Today’s Guest the little brother to our favoritest producer, Will Harmon. From being a little dare devil to Military life and everything in-between. Always a smile on his face and a good time to be had. Links down below for all the goods. If you want behind the scenes and episodes 2 days early sign up for our Patreon it helps support the show in ma…

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Ep. 582 – Meeting Suffering with an Open Heart with RamDev 1:00:08

3M ago1:00:08

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Ramdev joins Raghu to talk about deepening our compassion through devotion and a willingness to meet suffering with an open heart. Mindrolling is brought to you by Reunion. Reunion is offering $250 off any stay to the Love, Serve, Remember community. Simply use the code “BeHere250” when booking. Disconnect from the world so you can reconnect with y…

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