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The Spark Parade

Adam Unze - Music & Film Interviews

What’s the one album or film that changed everything for you? On The Spark Parade, host Adam Unze sits down with actors, musicians and other cultural icons to explore the music and movies that ignited their creative journeys. Each episode is a deep dive into a single transformative work of art — from cult classics to chart-topping albums — and how it continues to shape their lives and careers.You’ll hear from artists like Margaret Cho, Maya Hawke, Chris Gethard, Beth Ditto, Bob The Drag Queen, Ella

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32:42

Chanel Ali's Spark Is Fame

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2025/09/17

Award-winning comedian, writer, and actress Chanel Ali joins host Adam to talk about her Spark—Alan Parker’s 1980 musical dramaFame. Chanel discusses how the film shaped her creative journey, from childhood dreams of performing to the realities of making it as an artist in New York City. The conversation covers ambition, life lessons, arts education, and what it takes to chase success both on stage and off.Episode Highlights:Chanel’s early connection to Fame and the performing artsHow Fame

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25:57

Mimi Webb's Spark Is How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days

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2025/09/10

UK pop sensation Mimi Webb chats with Adam about her Spark: the timeless romantic comedyHow to Lose a Guy in 10 Days. Mimi reveals how the film’s witty banter, unexpected twists, and real emotional moments shaped her love of rom-coms—and inspired her own songwriting, including her new track “Romcom.”Episode Highlights:WhyHow to Lose a Guy in 10 Daysis Mimi’s go-to comfort movie—and her favorite for breakupsKate Hudson & Matthew McConaughey’s iconic chemistry, improv scenes, and rom-com legacyThe

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29:37

G Flip's Spark Is Pixar's Cars

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2025/09/05

Australian music sensation G Flip sits down with Adam to explore the surprising source of their creative spark: Pixar’s beloved animated filmCars. G Flip shares how watchingCarswith their dad became a powerful family tradition, why Lightning McQueen’s journey resonated so deeply, and how Pixar’s emotional storytelling helped shape their identity—both as an artist and as a person.Episode Highlights:The impact ofCarson G Flip’s childhood and their special bond with their dadHow Pixar classics

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33:16

grandson's Spark Is Rage Against The Machine's The...

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2025/09/03

Critically acclaimed singer-songwritergrandson joins Adam to explore his musical spark: Rage Against the Machine’s legendary albumThe Battle of Los Angeles. Grandson shares how this politically charged, genre-blending rock album influenced his journey from hip-hop-loving Canadian teen to international hitmaker—breaking down the record’s impact on his identity, artistry, and activism.What’s InsideMusical Origin Story:Grandson reveals how rock, rap, and guitar-driven hip-hop led him to Rage Against

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32:30

Bonnie McKee's Spark Is Wayne's World

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2025/08/06

Acclaimed pop songwriter and artist Bonnie McKee joins Adam to dive into her spark: the cult comedy classicWayne’s World. Bonnie shares how the film’s humor, music, and fiercely independent spirit shaped her creative outlook—and why its soundtrack and lo-fi, DIY energy still fuel her work today.What’s InsideWayne’s World & Childhood Inspiration:Bonnie discusses howWayne’s Worldwas a key part of her childhood, influencing her music, style, and approach to authenticity as an artist.Music, MTV, and

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41:45

William Beckmann's Spark Is Desperado

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2025/07/30

Adam sits down with rising country star William Beckmann to talk all about his spark: Robert Rodriguez’s iconic action filmDesperado. William shares how seeingDesperado—filmed right in his hometown of Acuña, Mexico—had a massive impact on his music, style, and creative vision.What’s InsideA Hometown Connection:William recounts recognizing streets, bars, and even old teachers inDesperado, and what it’s like growing up near a famous movie set.Movie Magic Meets Real Life:Discover how William filmed a

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37:57

Fitz And The Tantrums' Spark Is Jeff Buckley's Grace

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2025/07/25

Episode SummaryFitz, frontman of chart-topping indie soul-pop group Fitz and The Tantrums, reveals how Jeff Buckley’s iconic albumGraceset him on his journey to finding his authentic voice as an artist and inspired a whole new approach to singing, songwriting, and performance.What’s InsideDiscovery of a Classic:Fitz shares how he discovered Jeff Buckley’sGraceyears after Buckley’s passing and why the record instantly captivated him with its emotional honesty and vocal brilliance.Finding True

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38:52

Tors' Matt Weedon's Spark Is The Blues Brothers

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2025/07/23

Matt Weedon from TORS joins Adam for a lively, heartfelt chat about the classic musical comedyThe Blues Brothers. Find out why this wild, joyous movie was a defining moment in Matt’s creative journey and how its blend of music and chaos still shapes his songwriting—and TORS’s energetic live shows—today.What’s InsideOrigin Story:Matt recounts his first late-night viewing ofThe Blues Brotherswith his family, sparking a lifelong love of music, comedy, and performance.Creative Freedom:Insights into how

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30:14

Munroe Bergdorf's Spark Is But I'm A Cheerleader

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2025/07/16

Activist, model, and writer Munroe Bergdorf sits down with Adam to talk about her spark: the cult classic queer comedyBut I’m a Cheerleader. Hear Munroe’s personal story discovering the film, why it remains a game-changer for queer representation, and how its fearless humor and camp style shaped her path as a trailblazer.What’s InsideOrigin Story:Munroe shares the story of rentingBut I’m a Cheerleaderfrom Blockbuster as a teen and finding queer joy, self-acceptance, and unexpected inspiration from

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33:20

The Ting Tings' Spark Is Dire Straits' Brothers In Arms

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2025/07/09

Ready for a trip down music memory lane? On this episode, Adam hangs out with Katie and Jules from The Ting Tings to talk all about the album that shaped their sound: Dire Straits’Brothers in Arms. What’s InsideFirst Dire Straits Memories:Katie and Jules share howBrothers in Armsbecame the soundtrack to their childhoods and teen years—think car rides, record store windows, and stealing albums from siblings.WhyBrothers in ArmsStill Hits:Find out why this album is still a go-to for The Ting Tings, and

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28:20

Lauren Spencer Smith's Spark Is Adele's 21

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2025/07/02

Singer-songwriter Lauren Spencer Smith joins Adam to talk about her biggest musical inspiration: Adele’s breakthrough album, 21. Lauren shares how hearing “Rolling in the Deep” as a kid changed everything for her, why Adele’s powerhouse vocals and honest songwriting became her comfort zone and how 21 shaped her own journey as an artist.Lauren opens up about singing Adele songs at every competition, learning every vocal nuance and how Adele’s ability to blend genres and emotions inspired her to find

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28:59

Matt Friend's Spark Is Austin Powers: The Spy Who...

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2025/06/25

Comedian and impressionist Matt Friend joins Adam to talk about the movie that sparked his comedy journey: Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me. In this episode, Matt and Adam dive deep into the entire Austin Powers franchise, unpacking the iconic characters, endlessly quotable gags, and the unique comedic genius of Mike Myers.Matt shares how watching Austin Powers as a four-year-old completely changed his life, inspiring him to start mimicking voices and setting him on a path to becoming one of

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4:28

Tribeca Film Festival 2025 Recap

The Spark Parade ·

2025/06/18

The second and final part of Adam's recap of the 2025 Tribeca Film Festival.The Spark Parade is a podcast that dives deep into the films and albums that have inspired today’s creative icons. Hosted by Adam Unze, each episode features a unique conversation with an artist about their chosen film or album, and how it sparked their artistic journey.Follow us on social media:Instagram/Bluesky/TikTok: @sparkparadeSubscribe, rate, and leave a review wherever you listen!For more info, visit:

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33:22

Kyle Gordon's Spark Is A Mighty Wind

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2025/06/11

In this episode of The Spark Parade, host Adam Unze (@sparkparade) sits down with Kyle Gordon, the New York-based comedian, actor, musician, songwriter, and improviser who’s taken the internet by storm. With over 6 million followers and a billion views across TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and more, Kyle’s unique characters and pitch-perfect musical parodies—like his viral hit “Planet of the Bass”—have made him a household name and landed him on Variety’s 2023 “New Power” List.Kyle shares his comedic

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27:37

Julia Wolf's Spark Is Twilight

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2025/05/21

Singer-songwriter Julia Wolf joins Adam to talk about her love for Twilight — the blockbuster film that defined a generation.In this episode, Julia opens up about how Twilight helped her through her teenage years, why she connected so deeply with Bella Swan, and how the intense emotions of first love, heartbreak, and identity shaped both the story and her own life. We also explore the iconic performances by Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson, the film’s distinctive visual style, and the cultural

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41:20

Tune-Yard's Merrill Garbus' Spark Is Ani DiFranco's...

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2025/05/14

What album shaped Tune-Yards’ Merrill Garbus as both an artist and a person? Ani DiFranco’s Not a Pretty Girl.In this episode of The Spark Parade, Merrill joins host Adam Unze to reflect on the raw, political, and poetic power of DiFranco’s groundbreaking 1995 album.They explore how the record helped her find her voice, challenged traditional ideas of femininity and artistry, and set the tone for Tune-Yards’ fiercely original sound.Whether you're a longtime fan of Ani, Tune-Yards, or just looking

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37:26

Ok Go front man Damian Kulash's Spark Is Fugazi's...

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2025/05/07

Damian Kulash, lead singer and guitarist of OK Go, joins Adam for an unforgettable conversation about the album that changed his life: Fugazi’s landmark 1990 release Repeater.Damian shares his teenage memories of discovering Fugazi in the heart of the Washington, D.C. punk scene and how Repeater gave him a blueprint for making music that was raw, political, human, and totally accessible. From DIY shows in churches to five-dollar ticket prices and all-ages gigs, Fugazi’s ethos left a permanent

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28:42

Suzanne Vega

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2025/04/23

Legendary singer-songwriter Suzanne Vega joins Adam to discuss her deep connection to Lou Reed’s 1973 concept album Berlin — a haunting, operatic record that became a major influence on her songwriting, especially her iconic hit “Luka.”Suzanne shares how seeing Lou Reed live for the first time at Columbia University blew her mind, how Berlin’s brutal honesty shaped her approach to writing about difficult subjects, and why pairing dark lyrics with upbeat melodies can create something truly powerful

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29:24

Goldie

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2025/04/16

Legendary drum and bass DJ and producer Goldie joins Adam for a deep dive into the cultural force that helped shape his identity: the groundbreaking graffiti documentary Style Wars.From his first encounters with the film and Subway Art to his close relationships with graffiti pioneers like Henry Chalfant and TATS CRU, Goldie unpacks the profound connection between street art and jungle music.He also reveals how the layering, rebellion, and cryptic complexity of graffiti mirrors his approach to music

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35:15

Freaky Tales and Captain Marvel directors Anna Boden...

The Spark Parade ·

2025/04/09

Filmmakers Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck (Captain Marvel, Half Nelson) join Adam for a rich and nostalgic dive into two beloved films: Francis Ford Coppola’s The Outsiders and Stanley Kubrick’s The Shining.They explore how both films shaped their creative lives, the emotional and stylistic impact of each, and their unique experiences discovering them. From Flea’s surprise cameo in The Outsiders' Rumble scene to Ryan’s unforgettable VHS-era first watch of The Shining (cut off right at “Here’s Johnny!”),

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