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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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00:22:19

Alexander Payne on Tom Needham's SOUNDS

SOUNDS OF FILM with Tom Needham ·

2024/09/12

Alexander Payne is an acclaimed American film director, screenwriter, and producer, recognized for his satirical approach to contemporary American society. Payne made his feature film debut with the black comedy "Citizen Ruth" (1996), quickly gaining recognition for his biting commentary. His second film, the political satire "Election" (1999), starring Matthew Broderick and Reese Witherspoon, garnered widespread critical acclaim and earned him his first Academy Award nomination for Best Adapted

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00:35:29

Wallace Shawn & Tom Needham on SOUNDS

SOUNDS OF FILM with Tom Needham ·

2024/09/11

Wallace Shawn is a multifaceted American actor, playwright, and screenwriter known for his distinctive voice and thought-provoking works. As a playwright, he is celebrated for creating intellectually rigorous and often politically charged plays such as “The Designated Mourner,” “Aunt Dan and Lemon,” and “Our Late Night.” His writing, which explores themes of power, privilege, and the human condition, often straddles the line between comedy and existential drama. Shawn's unique style is marked by

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00:25:29

Alexandra Pelosi Talks MEET THE DONORS on Tom...

SOUNDS OF FILM with Tom Needham ·

2024/09/11

Alexandra Pelosi is an acclaimed filmmaker who has produced and directed 15 HBO documentary films. Her career began at NBC News, where she spent a decade as a field producer. In 2000, Pelosi was assigned to cover George W. Bush’s presidential campaign, which led to her breakthrough HBO documentary, “Journeys with George.” The film earned her an Emmy Award and launched her career as a documentary filmmaker, offering a candid look at future President George W. Bush on the campaign trail.Over the past

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00:56:12

Katrina Vanden Heuvel & Jeff Daniels Talk TELEVISION...

SOUNDS OF FILM with Tom Needham ·

2024/09/10

TELEVISION EVENT is a feature documentary about how THE DAY AFTER (1983), a TV movie which vividly imagined nuclear war in the US heartland, moved a divided nation and its president to confront this disturbing global issue.Katrina vanden Heuvel is editorial director and publisher of The Nation. She served as editor of the magazine from 1995 to 2019.She writes a weekly column for The Washington Post.A frequent commentator on US and international politics for ABC, MSNBC, CNN, and PBS, her articles

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00:35:13

Peter Fonda Talks Easy Rider & More on SOUNDS with...

SOUNDS OF FILM with Tom Needham ·

2024/09/09

Peter Fonda was a renowned American actor, director, and screenwriter, best known for his role in the counterculture classic “Easy Rider” (1969), which he co-wrote and starred in, earning an Oscar nomination for Best Original Screenplay. A key figure in 1960s Hollywood, Fonda was a two-time Academy Award nominee and a two-time Golden Globe winner, building a legacy as part of the illustrious Fonda acting family. His early career included a New York Drama Critics’ Circle Award-winning stage

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00:32:55

Laurie Anderson Talks Lou Reed and Filmmaking on Tom...

SOUNDS OF FILM with Tom Needham ·

2024/09/09

Laurie Anderson is one of America’s most renowned creative pioneers, celebrated for her multimedia presentations that span visual art, music, film, and performance. Anderson gained international recognition in 1980 with her single "O Superman," which reached number two on the British pop charts and appeared on her debut album "Big Science." Over the years, she has released numerous albums, including "Mister Heartbreak," "United States Live," "Strange Angels," and "Home of the Brave." Her innovative

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00:36:55

Lalo Schifrin & Tom Needham Talk Mission Impossible &...

SOUNDS OF FILM with Tom Needham ·

2024/09/08

Lalo Schifrin is an Argentine-American composer, pianist, and conductor best known for his iconic film and television scores. He is celebrated for his ability to blend jazz, classical, Latin, and popular music, which has made his work stand out in both Hollywood and the concert world. His signature piece, the theme for "Mission: Impossible," is a masterclass in suspense and tension, becoming one of the most recognizable TV themes of all time. Schifrin has an impressive filmography, composing scores

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00:19:46

Rory Kennedy Talks ETHEL on Tom Needham's SOUNDS

SOUNDS OF FILM with Tom Needham ·

2024/09/07

Rory Kennedy is an accomplished American documentary filmmaker, known for her thought-provoking films that often explore social justice, history, and political issues. She is the youngest child of U.S. Senator Robert F. Kennedy and Ethel Kennedy. Despite her father's assassination before her birth, Rory grew up deeply embedded in the legacy of her prominent family. Her documentaries reflect a commitment to activism and highlight the complex issues of power, injustice, and human rights.One of her

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00:27:22

Morris Day Talks Music By Prince and The Time on Tom...

SOUNDS OF FILM with Tom Needham ·

2024/09/06

Throughout the years, Morris Day and the Time have been one of America's premiere funk bands releasing the classic albums “Ice Cream Castles,” “What Time Is It?,” “The Time” and “Pandemonium.” Morris Day and the Time, though, are probably most remembered for their performance in Prince's “Purple Rain.”

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00:56:05

Peter Joseph Talks Zeitgeist on Tom Needham's SOUNDS

SOUNDS OF FILM with Tom Needham ·

2024/09/05

Peter Joseph, the founder of the Zeitgeist Movement, will be Tom Needham’s guest on SOUNDS. He will be discussing his book, The New Human Rights Movement: Reinventing the Economy to End Oppression, and his upcoming film, InterReflections. Peter Joseph is an award-winning filmmaker, musician and activist who is most well-known for his Zeitgeist Film Series. The Zeitgeist films utilize archival footage, interviews, animation and narration to propose extensive social and economic changes. The films

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