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SOUNDS OF FILM with Tom Needham

The SOUNDS Podcast with Tom Needham features in-depth conversations with leading filmmakers, composers, authors, politicians, artists, scientists, actors and philosophers. The SOUNDS Podcast also brings listeners classic interviews from the deep archives of America"s longest running film, music and ideas themed radio show, THE SOUNDS OF FILM. For more information, visit: https://soundsoffilm.com

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00:31:29

Director Elan Golod Talks Outsider Artist Nathan Hilu...

SOUNDS OF FILM with Tom Needham ·

2024/11/07

On this episode of SOUNDS with Tom Needham, filmmaker Elan Golod joins the show to discuss his latest documentary, “Nathan-ism.” The film, releasing on November 15, 2024, at New York City’s Quad Cinema and later in Los Angeles and nationwide, captures the poignant journey of Nathan Hilu, an outsider artist whose life was profoundly shaped by his role as a guard to Nazi war criminals during the Nuremberg Trials. At just 18, Hilu—a young man from a Syrian-Jewish immigrant family—was entrusted by the

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00:45:42

Scott Adams' Shocking Presidential Prediction...

SOUNDS OF FILM with Tom Needham ·

2024/11/06

In light of the recent election day results, The SOUNDS Podcast with Tom Needham reposts a remarkable 2023 conversation with Scott Adams, who was facing his own controversy at the time and predicted a surprising 3rd Act movie ending to the 2024 Presidential Election that many thought was unimaginable.Scott Adams (Dilbert, How to Fail at Almost Anything and Still Win Big) also discusses his new book REFRAME YOUR BRAIN: The User Interface for Happiness and Success. The reframe collection covers

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00:40:41

Director Matt Tyrnauer Asks WHERE'S MY ROY COHN? on...

SOUNDS OF FILM with Tom Needham ·

2024/11/04

In this episode of the SOUNDS Podcast, Tom Needham welcomes filmmaker Matt Tyrnauer, the director of the critically acclaimed documentary “Where’s My Roy Cohn?” Known for his award-winning work on films like “Valentino: The Last Emperor” and “Studio 54,” Tyrnauer brings his investigative storytelling to the complex, controversial life of Roy Cohn. "Where’s My Roy Cohn?” dives into the career of this ruthless lawyer and political power broker, tracing his journey from the Red Scare era with Senator

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00:29:02

RBG Director, Academy Award-Nominee Julie Cohen, Up...

SOUNDS OF FILM with Tom Needham ·

2024/10/31

Julie Cohen, the next guest on the SOUNDS podcast with Tom Needham, is an Academy Award-nominated and Emmy-winning filmmaker known for her powerful documentaries. Her acclaimed film “RBG” (2018), co-directed with Betsy West, captures the extraordinary life of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. The documentary highlights Ginsburg’s unparalleled legal legacy and unexpected status as a pop culture icon, celebrating the quiet strength and determination that propelled her to the nation’s

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00:12:30

Dionne Warwick on SOUNDS with Tom Needham

SOUNDS OF FILM with Tom Needham ·

2024/10/29

On the next episode of the SOUNDS Podcast, Tom Needham welcomes the legendary Dionne Warwick, whose career as a soulful pop icon has enchanted audiences for decades. Known for timeless hits like “Walk On By” and “I Say a Little Prayer,” Warwick’s collaboration with Burt Bacharach in the 1960s produced some of the most beloved songs in pop history.Beyond her unmistakable voice, Dionne Warwick is celebrated for her dedication to humanitarian causes, advocating for AIDS research, world hunger relief,

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00:33:36

AGENTS OF HAPPINESS: Filmmakers Arun Bhattarai &...

SOUNDS OF FILM with Tom Needham ·

2024/10/28

Acclaimed filmmakers Arun Bhattarai and Dorottya Zurbó join Tom Needham on the SOUNDS Podcast to discuss "Agent of Happiness."Arun Bhattarai from Bhutan and Dorottya Zurbó from Hungary are a dynamic documentary filmmaking team with a unique global perspective. Their latest film, "Agent of Happiness," follows Happiness Agent Amber Gurung across Bhutan’s Himalayas as he measures the contentment of citizens for Bhutan’s renowned Gross National Happiness index. The film delves into the contrasts of a

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00:24:17

Declawing the Truth: Inside AMERICAN CATS with Todd...

SOUNDS OF FILM with Tom Needham ·

2024/10/24

Join Tom Needham on SOUNDS for an eye-opening and compelling conversation with Peabody and Emmy Award-winning director Todd Bieber, whose latest documentary “American Cats: The Good, the Bad, and the Cuddly” delves into the controversial practice of cat declawing. In this exclusive interview, Bieber sheds light on the medical, ethical, and emotional ramifications of a procedure that remains shockingly common in the United States, despite being banned in most industrialized countries.Through the

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00:36:59

The Coming War with China: A Conversation with...

SOUNDS OF FILM with Tom Needham ·

2024/10/23

Director John Pilger Discusses “The Coming War on China” on The SOUNDS Podcast with Tom NeedhamTom Needham presents an exclusive interview with renowned documentary filmmaker John Pilger, who will discuss his films “Utopia” and “The Coming War on China.". Pilger is also widely known for his work on films about Julian Assange, including “The War You Don’t See” and his 2007 film, “The War on Democracy,” which examines U.S. interventions in Latin America.He will also discuss "Utopia” a documentary that

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00:25:47

BREAKFAST OF CHAMPIONS: Alan Rudolph on Bruce Willis...

SOUNDS OF FILM with Tom Needham ·

2024/10/20

On the upcoming episode of SOUNDS with Tom Needham, filmmaker Alan Rudolph joins to discuss the restored 4K release of his satirical film, “Breakfast of Champions.” Based on Kurt Vonnegut’s acclaimed novel, this darkly comedic portrayal of American life returns after 25 years, offering a fresh and timely reflection on the madness and chaos that still resonate today. Starring Bruce Willis as the unraveling car dealership magnate Dwayne Hoover, the film features an impressive ensemble cast including

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00:41:06

Oscar Nominated Josh Fox Talks EDGE OF NATURE on...

SOUNDS OF FILM with Tom Needham ·

2024/10/18

Josh Fox, a guest on the SOUNDS podcast with Tom Needham and SOUNDS OF FILM Radio show, is a renowned independent filmmaker and the founder and artistic director of International WOW Company, a dynamic film and theater collective. Since its founding in 1996, International WOW has worked with actors, filmmakers, writers, activists, and artists from a wide range of cultural and activist backgrounds, creating projects that address pressing environmental, social, and political crises. With productions

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00:32:54

BAD SHABBOS & CITIZEN WEINER'S Daniel Robbins & Zack...

SOUNDS OF FILM with Tom Needham ·

2024/10/16

In this episode of the SOUNDS podcast, Tom Needham interviews Zack Weiner, actor and co-writer of “Bad Shabbos” and “Citizen Weiner,” alongside director Daniel Robbins. They delve into their creative process and discuss the making of two distinct films, each exploring different facets of modern life.“Bad Shabbos,” directed by Robbins and written by Robbins and Weiner, is a darkly comedic exploration of a Sabbath dinner gone wrong. The film follows David and Meg, an engaged couple navigating a tense

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00:26:58

Rescuing Zoo Animals in the Ukraine War: A...

SOUNDS OF FILM with Tom Needham ·

2024/10/14

On this episode of The SOUNDS Podcast with Tom Needham, acclaimed director Joshua Zeman discusses his powerful new documentary, “Checkpoint Zoo.” The film, a featured selection at the Port Jefferson Documentary Series and the Hamptons International Film Festival, tells the harrowing story of the rescue of animals trapped in Kharkiv’s Feldman Ecopark during the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Zeman takes listeners behind the scenes of this intense project, sharing how he and his crew navigated the dangers

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00:30:36

Erika Cohn Talks Eugenics & Forced Sterilization of...

SOUNDS OF FILM with Tom Needham ·

2024/10/10

On the latest episode of SOUNDS with Tom Needham, Emmy Award-winning director Erika Cohn joins the show for an eye-opening discussion about her documentary “Belly of the Beast.” The film delves into the alarming practice of forced sterilizations in California’s prison system, focusing on how women of color were disproportionately targeted. In this powerful conversation, Cohn explains how a young woman, along with a passionate attorney, uncovered a series of illegal sterilizations and other human

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00:24:11

Whit Stillman Talks METROPOLITAN, LAST DAYS OF DISCO...

SOUNDS OF FILM with Tom Needham ·

2024/10/08

On the next SOUNDS Podcast, Tom Needham speaks to acclaimed director Whit Stillman, known for his sharp, witty films that explore the intricacies of social class and relationships. Stillman’s filmography includes “Metropolitan,” “Barcelona,” “The Last Days of Disco,” “Damsels in Distress,” and “Love & Friendship.” In addition to his films, he directed the episode “The Heart of a Saturday Night” from “Homicide: Life on the Street” and the Amazon pilot “The Cosmopolitans.” Fans are eagerly

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00:30:03

Guaranteed Basic Income: A Conversation with "It's...

SOUNDS OF FILM with Tom Needham ·

2024/10/07

In the upcoming episode of the SOUNDS podcast, director Marc Levin discusses his latest documentary, “It’s Basic,” which delves into the transformative impact of guaranteed income pilot programs across the United States. The film, executive produced by Michael Tubbs, the founder of Mayors for a Guaranteed Income (MGI), examines how providing everyday people with an additional $500 to $1,000 per month, with no conditions attached, can offer financial stability and restore dignity. Through the

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00:28:08

Kool & The Gang's Robert "Kool" Bell on a Classic...

SOUNDS OF FILM with Tom Needham ·

2024/10/03

On a special edition of The SOUNDS Podcast, Robert “Kool” Bell will join the show to celebrate Kool & the Gang’s remarkable 50-plus year journey in the music business. This year, Kool & The Gang is being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.As a founding member of one of America’s most iconic bands, Bell will reflect on their evolution from a jazz-influenced ensemble to global superstars with a unique blend of funk, soul, and R&B. With seven Grammy Awards under their belt and over 80 million

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00:23:40

Erik Nelson Talks John Lennon & Yoko Ono Movie at...

SOUNDS OF FILM with Tom Needham ·

2024/10/02

Erik Nelson, a multiple Emmy and IDA award-winning filmmaker, will be a special guest on SOUNDS with Tom Needham to discuss his latest film, “Daytime Revolution.” Nelson has an extensive body of work, having produced and directed a wide range of feature documentaries through his company, Creative Differences. He is known for his collaborations with Werner Herzog on films like “Grizzly Man,” “Cave Of Forgotten Dreams,” “Into The Abyss,” and the Oscar-nominated “Encounters At The End Of The World.”

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00:21:42

Cheech & Chong: A Classic SOUNDS Podcast with Tom...

SOUNDS OF FILM with Tom Needham ·

2024/09/29

Cheech & Chong, the legendary comedy duo, made a lasting impact on both stand-up and film with their unique brand of stoner humor. Their early success stemmed from a series of popular stand-up performances, followed by comedy records like "Earache My Eye," "Basketball Jones," and "Sister Mary Elephant." These albums established them as counterculture icons, with the famous "Dave's not here" skit from their self-titled debut album becoming a defining moment in their comedic repertoire. Their routines

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00:31:59

D.A. Pennebaker & Chris Hegedus Talk Stony Brook...

SOUNDS OF FILM with Tom Needham ·

2024/09/28

Acclaimed filmmakers Chris Hegedus and D.A. Pennebaker are guests on Tom Needham’s SOUNDS Podcast. They will discuss their documentary, “Unlocking the Cage,” which follows animal-rights attorney Steven M. Wise in his efforts to persuade the legal system to recognize chimpanzees as legal persons.“Unlocking the Cage” highlights Wise’s argument that cognitively advanced animals such as chimpanzees and dolphins should be regarded as self-aware, autonomous beings. The film chronicles a landmark legal

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00:32:43

CONFESSIONS OF AN ECONOMIC HITMAN'S John Perkins on...

SOUNDS OF FILM with Tom Needham ·

2024/09/27

John Perkins, author of “Confessions of an Economic Hitman,” is a former Chief Economist at a leading consulting firm, where he served as an advisor to the World Bank, United Nations, International Monetary Fund, Fortune 500 companies, and influential political and business figures across Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Middle East, and the United States. Prior to this, he lived in the Amazon rainforest from 1968 to 1971, where he apprenticed with shamans. His deep connection with indigenous wisdom

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