Best Trevor Allison Podcasts (2025)

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The dangers of identity capitalism with Jia Tolentino 34:52

2d ago34:52

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In this season of WorkLife, we’re pairing each of our regular episodes with a companion interview to do a deeper dive into the topic. This is the deeper dive for our episode on the case against personal branding. Jia Tolentino is a writer at The New Yorker, screenwriter, and author of Trick Mirror—as a lauded culture critic, she’s a keen observer (…

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Capitalism Hates You: Marxism and The New Horror Film w/ Joshua Gooch 36:36

6d ago36:36

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Subscribe at http://patreon.com/strugglesession On today's Struggle Session Joshua Gooch joins us to talk his new book Capitalism Hates You: Marxism and The New Horror Film. We discuss what modern horror has to offer horror, and vice versa. We also analyze some recent horror films including Hereditary, Gaia, The Witch and more. ____________________…

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The case against personal branding 24:58

9d ago24:58

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In the age of social media and influencers, we’re constantly pushed to think of ourselves as brands—shiny packages containing all of our best traits to market to employers and followers. But striving to build a “personal brand” may actually hinder your ability to make genuine connections and maintain a strong reputation. In this episode, Adam explo…

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Episode 232 - The Berkowitz Brothers 54:00

10d ago54:00

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On today's episode I have comic book writers and filmmakers, Ben and Max Berkowitz! I first came across the Berkowtiz Brothers almost a year ago when I briefly met them at a signing for their comic book, "The Writer". I'll be honest, I wasn't at the signing for them, but for another comic and decided to pick theirs up while I was there. As soon as …

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Protecting your time with Linda Babcock 35:06

16d ago35:06

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In this season of WorkLife, we’re pairing each of our regular episodes with a companion interview to do a deeper dive into the topic. This is the deeper dive for our episode on how to say no. Linda Babcock is a professor emerita of economics at Carnegie Mellon and co-author of “The No Club,” a club of people who help each other set boundaries. Lind…

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Sinners w/ Briahna Joy Gray and Josh Olson [Extended Preview] 21:26

17d ago21:26

21:26

This episode is a special crossover with Briahna's podcast Bad Faith. Enjoy! Get the full episode at http://patreon.com/strugglesession ------------------------------------------ A Brief History of Violence screenwriter & co-host of The Movies that Made Me Josh Olson and Struggle Session co-host Leslie Lee III join the show to discuss the movie eve…

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Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith w/ Bug Mane [Re-Release] 2:23:30

21d ago2:23:30

2:23:30

Support the show by subscribing at http://patreon.com/strugglesession Listen to the complete Bug Mane Commentaries: https://www.patreon.com/collection/539866 In honor of the theatrical re-release, here's a re-release of this fan-favorite episode!09/24/19 - On today's special commentary episode Bug Mane joins us before the tour to complete our rewat…

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How to say no 35:44

23d ago35:44

35:44

In a world filled with requests, many of us are struggling to stay afloat. Even if you’re not a people-pleaser, the desire to maintain a positive reputation can make it hard to turn others down. In this episode, Adam explores the art and science of delivering an effective “no.” He highlights strategies for setting boundaries with others to create s…

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Lovecraft Country Omnibus w/ Briahna Joy Grey, Ashley Ray, Joe Hartzler, and Emma Bowers 4:17:17

24d ago4:17:17

4:17:17

Subscribe at http://www.patreon.com/strugglesession L*vecraft Country - Episode 1/The Outsider On this special mini-series Jack and Leslie discuss the first episode of HBO's Lovecraft Country as well as H.P. Lovecraft's short story "The Outsider." Tune: S U R V I V E - Other [ https://survive.bandcamp.com/album/rr7349 ] L*vecraft Country - Episode …

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Episode 231 - Allison Pittel 1:16:00

24d ago1:16:00

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On today's episode of the podcast, I have actress Allison Pittel! I got to know Allison a little bit over the past few weeks while moderating the Q&A's for "Screamboat" at AMC. Allison is the star of the film, playing the "final girl" Selena! I was excited to have Allison join me on the show to get to know more about her and her career. I talked wi…

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442 - Captain America Brave New World w/ Trevor Beaulieu 1:02:38

28d ago1:02:38

1:02:38

Support the show by subscribing at http://patreon.com/strugglesession On today's action-packed episode Trevor Beaulieu of Champagne Sharks joins Leslie to discuss Captain America: Brave New World! From the reshoots to the surprisingly radical comic series that inspired it, we cover it all. We also talk about Sam Raimi's M.A.N.T.I.S. starring Carl L…

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Shonda Rhimes on saying yes to what scares you 45:16

1M ago45:16

45:16

Shonda Rhimes is the revolutionary creator, writer, and executive producer behind so many groundbreaking TV shows—from Grey’s Anatomy and Scandal to Bridgerton and How To Get Away With Murder. Her work has changed the way stories are told on TV and the lives of viewers who see themselves represented on the screen for the first time. Shonda and Adam…

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Episode 230 - Nathan Hamill and Erick Filipkowski - 2 Dumb Dinos 48:00

1M ago48:00

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On today's episode I have artist and writer Nathan Hamill and Filipkowski! I first found Nathan's work at DesignerCon back in 2019, which eventually led me to the comic strip that he and Eric started making called "2 Dumb Dinos". After over 295 comic strips, they released a "2 Dumb Dino's" book back in October, and I have absolutely loved it! I tal…

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Melinda French Gates on navigating change 30:39

1M ago30:39

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Melinda French Gates is a philanthropist, business leader, advocate, and self-proclaimed “recovering perfectionist.” In her new book, The Next Day, she opens up about the lessons she’s learned about change, from getting divorced to leaving the Gates Foundation that she co-founded and co-chaired for decades. Melinda and Adam discuss how derailment c…

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Episode 229 - Sadie Ingan 1:04:00

1M ago1:04:00

1:04:00

On today's episode of the podcast, I have podcaster and content creator, Sadie Ingan! Sadie and I got to know each other on the set of "Demonetize", as she was filming all of our upcoming social media content and making some very fun videos with our cast. Sadie has such a great, fun energy that is infectious as soon as she walks in the room, and I …

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Current Events with Taylor Lorenz 35:04

1M ago35:04

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Support the show and get hundreds of bonus episodes and brand new video episodes by subscribing at http://patreon.com/strugglesession On today's episode journalist Taylor Lorenz joins us to discuss current events including the Rachel Zegler/Gal Gadot Snow White Controversy, Jeffrey Goldberg's war crime text chat saga, and the dismantling of public …

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We’re wrong about what makes us happy with Dan Gilbert 38:21

1M ago38:21

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What do you think will make you happy next year? According to Dan Gilbert’s research, your guess is probably wrong. Dan is a Harvard psychologist, bestselling author of Stumbling on Happiness, and popular TED talker, and he and Adam discuss why it’s so difficult to make accurate predictions about our own future and how to figure out what actually m…

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Episode 228 - LIVE from WonderCon w/ Trevor Newlin 50:00

2M ago50:00

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On today's episode we are LIVE from WonderCon with creature actor, Trevor Newlin! Trevor is best known for his work as the Xenomorph in "Alien: Romulus", The Monstrosity in "Smile 2", a Wookie in The Mandalorian, and most recently the Chip (in demon form) in the 2025 Slamdance hit, "Portal to Hell"! I've become more and more familiar with Trevor's …

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Megan Rapinoe & Sue Bird on leading great teams and moving on 42:13

2M ago42:13

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Megan Rapinoe and Sue Bird are two of the greatest athletes of all time — Megan is an Olympic gold medalist and was named the best soccer player in the world by FIFA. Sue has won five of her own Olympic gold medals in basketball and four WNBA championships. Now that the couple have each retired from their legendary sports careers, they host a podca…

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Episode 227 - Steven LaMorte and Amy Schumacher of "Screamboat" 46:00

2M ago46:00

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On today's episode, I have writer/director Steven LaMorte and producer/actress Amy Schumacher from the new horror/comedy, "Screamboat"! On January 1, 2024 the beloved Steamboat Willie became public domain, and Steven and Amy knew exactly what they were going to do when the clock struck midnight, turn it into a horror film! I was shocked at just how…

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How David Fajgenbaum saved his own life — and thousands of others 40:08

2M ago40:08

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David Fajgenbaum had his last rites read to him at 25 years old after a brutal struggle with an inflammatory disease that attacks the vital organs. As a medical student with two weeks left to live, he repurposed a drug and tested it on himself—and saved his own life. Now, he’s repeating the same process for many others through his nonprofit, Every …

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Episode 226 - Sean Forney Returns! 1:03:00

2M ago1:03:00

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On today's episode of the podcast, comic book artist Sean Forney returns to the show! Sean first came on the show last summer ahead of San Diego Comic-Con, and returns to talk about the new Kickstarter that he's launching TODAY for his hit comic series "Scarlett Huntress Meets Mothman"! This is Sean's 7th Kickstarter campaign, and I anticipate it w…

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What hibernating animals can teach us about human sleep with Vladyslav Vyazovskiy 39:25

2M ago39:25

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Do you ever wish you could hibernate like a bear during the winter? Vladyslav Vyazovskiy thinks it might be possible. As a sleep physiologist at Oxford, Vladyslav studies why humans sleep and the sleep patterns of other species. He and Adam discuss the possibility of unlocking a hibernation ability in humans and its potential benefits – from curing…

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Episode 225 - Jordan Morris 59:00

2M ago59:00

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On today's episode I have comedy writer and comic book writer, Jordan Morris! I have been following Jordan's career for a number of years now since I first saw him on @midnight and became a fan of his comedy, and have been intrigued with his career as I followed along. It was great to finally have Jordan join me on the show to talk about how he got…

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The voices in your head with Ethan Kross 37:45

2M ago37:45

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Do you have an inner monologue? Ethan Kross is a psychologist and neuroscientist who studies our inner lives, from how you respond to the voice in your head to how you manage your emotions. Ethan and Adam compare notes on their inner voices (or lack thereof), share advice on how to calm an anxious mind, and discuss the benefits of mental time trave…

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The emotions you’ve felt but never named with John Koenig 32:06

3M ago32:06

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Have you heard of the word sonder? It’s the realization that each “random passerby is living a life as vivid and complex as your own.” John Koenig introduced it in his book The Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows—a compilation of new words aiming to capture the nuance and complexity of emotions that can be hard to put a finger on. In this vocabulary-expa…

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From Ants to Zombies: Six Decades of Video Game Horror w/ Alexander Chatziioannou 29:59

3M ago29:59

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See the video version of this episode for free on Patreon or Substack. Support the show get the full archives along with hundreds of bonus episodes ad free by subscribing: http://patreon.com/strugglesession On today's terrifying episode, Leslie is joined by Alexander Chatziioannou for a deep dive into the world of horror video games. We discuss Ale…

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Unlocked Bonus Episode: Alan Moore's Miracleman 1:16:53

3M ago1:16:53

1:16:53

Get access to hundreds bonus episodes like this when they release by subscribing at http://patreon.com/strugglesession Originally Published 06/11/21 On today's episode of The Alan Moore Podcast Jack and Leslie discuss Miracleman with Trevor Beaulieu of Champagne Sharks and Elana Levin of Graphic Policy Radio.https://graphicpolicy.com/ https://www.p…

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Sneak Peak: Nosferatu (2024) w/ Jamie Peck 1:05:15

3M ago1:05:15

1:05:15

In this free SNEAK PREVIEW, Leslie and Jamie discuss the hoe-less Count Orlok (at least compared to Gary Oldman) and what's lacking from this version of Dracula. Minor spoiler alert! Much, much more in the full episode: Is the 2024 film original enough to justify making yet another movie based on Bram Stoker’s 1897 gothic novel? How does it stack u…

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Episode 224 - Carter Pilcher 27:00

3M ago27:00

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On today's episode I have the founder and presenter of SHORTS and the Oscar nominated ShortsTV program, Carter Pilcher! SHORTS is celebrating their 20th Anniversary this year, and prior to SHORTS presenting the Oscar nominated short film screenings, there was no way for the general public to view the nominated short films. Since the series was laun…

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Decoding cross-cultural communication with Erin Meyer 39:01

3M ago39:01

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When talking and working with people from different cultures, sometimes meanings and intentions can get lost in translation. Erin Meyer is an expert on how we communicate and collaborate differently around the world. She and Adam discuss how cultural norms affect honesty and assertiveness, unpack the science behind some common American stereotypes,…

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Episode 223- Loïc Espuche 32:00

3M ago32:00

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On today's episode I have Oscar nominated filmmaker, Loïc Espuche! Loïc's animated short film "YUCK!" is nominated in this years Academy Awards. This is such a sweet film following a group of kids on vacation seeing all of the adults around them showing affection and kissing. Of course kissing is gross to kids, so they all squirm and of course excl…

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