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The Austin B Media Podcast

The Austin B Media Podcast is a weekly podcast from Austin B Media. In each episode, a guest comes on and talks about a movie, TV show, or video game for about an hour or less. So, if you"re interested, subscribe and turn on notifications to get notified about each new episode!

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00:31:33

Diamond Diplomacy | A Conversation with Yuriko Gamo...

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2025/11/06

Director Yuriko Gamo Romer and baseball legend Masanori “Mashi” Murakami, the first Japanese player in Major League Baseball, join Austin Belzer to discuss Diamond Diplomacy, a documentary exploring how baseball became a bridge between Japan and the United States.Together, they talk about the sport’s cultural impact, the challenges of documenting over 150 years of history, and how Mashi’s legacy continues to inspire players around the world.Subscribe to The Austin B Media Podcast for more filmmaker

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00:30:20

Norita | A Conversation with Producer Sarah Schoellkopf

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2025/10/30

In this episode, I talk with producer Sarah Schoellkopf about Norita, a moving documentary about Argentine human rights icon Nora “Norita” Cortiñas, one of the founders of the Mothers of Plaza de Mayo.Sarah shares how her decades-long friendship with Norita inspired the project, how animation gave visual form to memory, and why the film serves as a manual for activism today.Learn more at noritafilm.comRead the full transcript here.Support Austin B MediaIf you enjoyed this podcast, consider joining

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01:50:56

The Bear Season 4 Discussion with Alise Chaffins |...

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2025/08/01

Six-time guest Alise Chaffins returns to talk about Season 4 of FX’s The Bear, and there’s a lot to dig into.In our nearly two-hour conversation, we discussed Carmy’s “apology tour,” Sydney’s challenges, Richie’s growth, Emmy category fraud, and our hopes for Season 5. The first hour is spoiler-free, so if you haven't finished the season yet, you can stream this episode safely before jumping into the full breakdown.What’s The Bear Season 4 About?Following the fallout from the scathing review at the

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01:19:25

The Studio Season One Discussion with Gal Balaban

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2025/07/07

In the latest episode of The Austin B Media Podcast, I was thrilled to be joined by Gal Balaban, the founder and extraordinary critic behind the blog FilmToppings, for a comprehensive breakdown of Apple TV's hit series, The Studio.This show has generated a lot of buzz for being a scathing new satire of modern Hollywood, and Gal and I left no stone unturned. We dove into its sharp critique with a clear love for filmmaking, the standout performances, the chaotic CinemaCon finale, and how the show

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01:55:16

Lilo & Stitch (2025) Discussion with Jack Martin

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2025/06/22

Is the new Lilo & Stitch remake a worthy successor to the 2002 classic? This week, I'm joined by Jack Martin of Film Feeder to break down Disney's latest live-action adaptation. We discuss everything from the film's "soulless" feeling to its questionable pacing and whether any of it works.A huge thank you to Jack for the fantastic conversation! You can find all of his work at filmfeeder.co.uk.Enjoyed the episode? Support the show on Patreon to get episodes 48 hours early, plus access to uncut

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01:22:38

Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning Discussion...

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2025/06/15

On this episode of The Austin B Media Podcast, I’m joined by film critic and podcaster Ben Miller (Ice Cream for Freaks, The Film Experience, Cinema Scholars, DFW Film Critics Association, IFSCritics) to talk all things Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning.We dig into Ethan Hunt’s latest adventure, from the film’s wild action set pieces to its emotional moments and franchise callbacks. You’ll hear a hilarious story about a theater marquee mishap, some offbeat movie recommendations, and our

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01:07:10

Warfare Discussion with Pedro Lima

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2025/06/08

In this episode, I’m joined by film critic Pedro Lima to break down A24’s Warfare, directed by Ray Mendoza and Alex Garland. This real-time Iraq War film drops you into the chaos and confusion of one fateful night, and Pedro and I dive into what worked, what didn’t, and why it’s already one of my most talked-about films of 2025.Warfare tells the story of a U.S. Navy SEAL team’s mission on November 19, 2006, in Ramadi, Iraq. Co-directed by Garland and Mendoza (who was there), it plays out in real

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01:35:57

Sinners Discussion with Alise Chaffins

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2025/06/02

A quick note: you'll notice that my camera feed is missing in this episode. I encountered an unexpected technical issue with Zoom during the recording that prevented my video from being captured, though thankfully, Alise's video and all audio are unaffected. I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, and I will immediately implement new checks to prevent this issue in the future. The conversation itself is fantastic, and I hope you enjoy it!In this episode of The Austin B Media

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01:26:15

Andor Season 2 Discussion with Matthew Simpson

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2025/05/25

In this episode of The Austin B Media Podcast, I sit down with Matthew Simpson to discuss the final season of Andor.What's The Show About?Andor season two explores the formative years of the Rebel Alliance and Cassian Andor’s missions for the cause before Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.Support Austin B MediaIf you enjoyed this podcast, consider joining my Patreon.Members get:Early access to reviews and podcasts ($10 members get unedited episodes)Exclusive monthly Film Club, where we watch a movie and

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01:51:06

Lilo & Stitch (2002) Discussion with Jack Martin

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2025/05/12

In this episode of The Austin B Media Podcast, I sit down with Jack Martin of Film Feeder to discuss the 2002 Disney animated classic, Lilo & Stitch.What's The Movie About?Lilo & Stitch (2002) is a Disney animated classic that tells the tale of a young, lonely Hawaiian girl named Lilo who adopts a small, mischievous blue creature she names Stitch. Stitch would be the perfect pet if he weren't, in reality, a genetic experiment (Experiment 626) who has escaped from an alien planet and

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00:22:06

SXSW 2025 | Exploring Authenticity and Resilience in...

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2025/03/12

Hey everyone! I'm thrilled to share another SXSW 2025 interview with you.This time, I spoke with Leni Huyghe, the director of Real Faces, and Elisa Heene, the film's producer.Real Faces follows Julia, an ambitious casting director navigating Brussels' competitive advertising scene, who finds solace in an unlikely bond with a reclusive microbiologist. As their contrasting worlds collide and personal boundaries blur, Julia must confront the steep price of her relentless ambition.Buy

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00:26:39

SXSW 2025 | Exploring Trauma, Music, and Resilience...

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2025/03/12

Hey everyone!I'm thrilled to share another SXSW 2025 interview with you.This time, I spoke with Thea Gajić & Slavko Sobin from the film Surviving Earth.Surviving Earth is a poignant drama based on a true story about Vlad, a talented harmonica player, and counselor who fled the conflict in Yugoslavia and rebuilt his life in Bristol. As he rekindles his passion for Balkan music by forming a band with his friends, unresolved traumas begin to resurface, jeopardizing his relationships, especially

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00:23:11

SXSW 2025 | Annie St-Pierre Reveals the Philosophy...

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2025/03/11

Hey everyone!I'm thrilled to share another SXSW 2025 interview with you.This time, I spoke with the documentary Your Higher Self director, Annie St-Pierre.Your Higher Self is a thought-provoking documentary that explores the vibrant world of health and wellness entrepreneurship. By observing fifteen life coaching sessions, the film weaves an offbeat philosophical essay on the quest for meaning, capturing both the intimate and the absurd aspects of individual emancipation.Buy tickets for Your Higher

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00:25:48

SXSW 2025 | Exploring Rebellion, Art, and Cinema in...

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2025/03/11

Hey everyone!I'm thrilled to share another SXSW 2025 interview with you.This time, I spoke with the creative team behind the film Glorious Summer: Helena Ganjalyan, Bartosz Szpak, and Daniela Komędera.Glorious Summer is a stunning drama set in a sun-drenched Renaissance palace where three women live under one command: never cross the wall. As hidden emotions and a desire for freedom emerge, their idyllic existence unravels into a powerful tale of repressed passion and the quest for autonomy.Buy

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00:15:26

SXSW 2025 | Danielle Poirer Reveals What Makes Holey...

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2025/03/11

Hey everyone! I'm thrilled to share this one-of-a-kind interview with you from SXSW 2025!I spoke with Danielle Poirer, the assistant general manager of Holey Moley's East Austin location, last week.If you're not familiar with Holey Moley, it's a multi-sensory mini-golf experience with locations in Texas, California, and Colorado.If you're interested in visiting, you can book a visit here.If you're in Austin and attending SXSW, you can present your SXSW badge to play 18 holes

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00:27:55

SXSW 2025 | A Conversation with corto.alto

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2025/03/11

Hey everyone! I'm thrilled to share this one-of-a-kind interview with you from SXSW 2025!Last week, I had the opportunity to talk to corto.alto, one of the many musicians participating in showcases at SXSW 2025.If you are in Austin for SXSW, corto.alto will play shows at The Velveeta Room on March 12th and the British Music Embassy on March 13th.Buy tickets for corto.alto's SXSW appearances here.I hope you enjoy this new conversation as much as I did!Follow

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00:27:19

SXSW 2025 | A Conversation with The Tallest Dwarf...

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2025/03/10

Hey everyone! I'm thrilled to share another film festival interview with you.This time, I spoke with Julie Wyman from the documentary The Tallest Dwarf.The Tallest Dwarf is a documentary about the Little People community and the rumors of "partial dwarfism" in Julie's family.Buy tickets for The Tallest Dwarf's SXSW screenings here. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did!The Tallest Dwarf screens during SXSW 2025!Follow

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00:19:53

Slamdance 2025 | A Conversation with The Sea Inside...

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2025/02/28

Hey everyone! I'm thrilled to share another film festival interview with you. This time, I spoke with Alyx Duncan & Michele Powles from the short film The Sea Inside Her.The Sea Inside Her is a short Buy tickets for The Sea Inside Her's Slamdance screenings here.I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did!The Sea Inside Her screened during Slamdance 2025 – stay tuned for my full festival coverage!Follow

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00:13:27

SXSW 2025 | A Conversation with F*ckUps Anonymous's...

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2025/02/28

Hey everyone! I'm thrilled to share another film festival interview with you. This time, I spoke with Joe Tierney & Kat Whalen from the TV pilot F*ckUps Anonymous. F*ckUps Anonymous is a coming-of-age TV pilot that follows rebellious teen Joe on his tumultuous first day at a controversial therapeutic boarding school. Buy tickets for F*ckUps Anonymous' SXSW screenings here.F*ckUps Anonymous screens during SXSW 2025 – stay tuned for my full festival coverage!Follow

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00:27:00

Slamdance 2025 | A Conversation with Joey Earns...

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2025/02/28

Hey everyone!I'm thrilled to share another film festival interview with you. This time, I spoke with Brad Roelandt & Clev Dominguez from the short film Joey Earns Rewards.Joey Earns Rewards is a short that documents Cleveen's unusual marriage proposal at a McDonald's drive-through.Buy tickets for Joey Earn Rewards's Slamdance screenings here.I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did!Joey Earns Rewards screened during Slamdance 2025 – stay tuned for my full festival

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