In this episode, we welcome four-time Oscar-nominated writer, producer and actor Ethan Hawke and five-time Oscar-nominated writer, producer and director Richard Linklater. In our chat, we hear about the inspiration and making of their new film, Blue Moon, the ninth film they’ve collaborated on — as well as what’s at the heart of their longtime creative partnership.
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Podcast Rewind:
Sept 2025 - Ep. 97…
"Becoming Led Zeppelin" Director and Producer on Making the Documentary, "American Epic," & More
In this episode, we welcome director Bernard MacMahon and producer Allison McGourty. This team brought us Becoming Led Zeppelin — the first documentary the legendary group has ever agreed to participate in. The film is currently streaming on Netflix and continues to be played at select theaters in the U.S. and around the world. In our chat, we hear abou…
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