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THE FIXATE & BINGE PODCAST, with Host, Joe Curdy: Deep dives into cinema and storytelling with voices who create it

Welcome to The Fixate & Binge Podcast, where host Joe Curdy dives deep into the world of film and television — exploring the stories that move us and the creators who bring them to life.Each week, Joe sits down with filmmakers, writers, actors, and producers from around the globe to unpack the art, craft, and cultural impact of movies and TV. From indie gems to major releases, every conversation blends thoughtful analysis with candid, down-to-earth storytelling.Whether you’re a passionate

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61:15

Can We Learn to Be Happy? Filmmaker Barbara Miller on...

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2026/09/30

Send us Fan Mail Can we actually learn to be happier? And if we want a more peaceful world, does that change have to begin within ourselves? This week on The Fixate & Binge Podcast, Joe welcomes acclaimed filmmaker Barbara Miller, producer and co-director of WISDOM OF HAPPINESS — the extraordinary new documentary offering audiences an intimate encounter with His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama and his deeply human message of compassion, inner peace, and our shared responsibility for one anot...

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37:30

RESIDENT EVIL (2026) Is Fantastic… And I Think I Know...

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2026/09/22

Send us Fan Mail What happens when your scheduled guest cancels at the last minute? You throw out the script and start talking about whatever the hell you've been watching. That's exactly what happened on this week's episode of The Fixate & Binge Podcast — and it turned into one of our most wide-ranging conversations yet. First up: Zach Cregger's RESIDENT EVIL. I went in expecting a fun horror movie and came away convinced it may be the best horror film I've seen all year. I'll explain wh...

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44:57

IS ORIGINALITY OVERRATED? Why Hollywood Keeps Telling...

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2026/09/15

Send us Fan Mail Hollywood has run out of ideas. We’ve all heard it: sequels, remakes, reboots, franchises, adaptations, spin-offs and prequels. But what if we’re asking the wrong question? In this episode of The Fixate & Binge Podcast, we tackle the increasingly common complaint that Hollywood has “run out of ideas” and ask whether originality itself may be overrated in cinema. Because here’s the uncomfortable truth: how many truly original stories are there? Shakespeare didn’t invent ev...

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91:26

THE AI QUESTION HOLLYWOOD DOESN’T WANT TO ASK: Film...

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2026/09/01

Send us Fan Mail What if the technology threatening Hollywood could actually protect some of its most vulnerable performers? Film producer Elizabeth Caddy returns to The Fixate & Binge Podcast for a provocative, wide-ranging conversation that begins with Gore Verbinski’s GOOD LUCK, HAVE FUN, DON'T DIE and quickly evolves into something much bigger: the rapidly changing—and increasingly unsettling—relationship between artificial intelligence, entertainment, and humanity. Elizabeth and Joe ...

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50:46

THE LAST PICTURE SHOWS: A 10,825-Mile Journey Through...

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2026/08/25

Send us Fan Mail For decades, movie theaters have been more than places to watch films—they’ve been gathering places, community landmarks, and an essential part of the American experience. But across the country, many of those theaters are disappearing. Award-winning, National Emmy-winning documentarian, writer, and producer Rustin Thompson set out to see them before they’re gone. In his new film, THE LAST PICTURE SHOWS, Rustin takes an extraordinary 10,825-mile road trip through the American...

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52:21

WHY WE LOVE BAD PEOPLE — AND THE DANGEROUS REASONS WE...

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2026/08/18

Send us Fan Mail Why do we keep rooting for people who do terrible things? From Tony Soprano and Walter White to Dexter Morgan, Billy Butcher and Daemon Targaryen, television has become extraordinarily good at making us understand morally compromised characters. We know their trauma. We understand their motivations. We see their vulnerabilities. And somehow, the better we understand them, the easier it becomes to forgive them. But when does understanding become justification? In this nearly h...

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48:31

DO US PART: The Rom-Com Isn’t Dead — Writer &...

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2026/08/11

Send us Fan Mail DO US PART: The Rom-Com Isn’t Dead — Reed Arnold Just Proved It For decades, the romantic comedy was one of Hollywood’s most dependable—and beloved—genres. Then streaming changed the theatrical landscape, horror took over the multiplex, and the mid-budget rom-com seemingly disappeared. Enter Reed Arnold. In this episode of The Fixate & Binge Podcast, Joe Curdy sits down with Arnold—the writer, director, and star of DO US PART, his impressive feature-film debut—to talk abo...

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54:31

THE ODYSSEY Explained: Christopher Nolan's Most Human...

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2026/08/04

Send us Fan Mail Christopher Nolan's THE ODYSSEY is already being celebrated for its breathtaking IMAX photography and epic scope—but is its greatest achievement something far more intimate? In this solo episode of The Fixate & Binge Podcast, Joe Curdy moves beyond the spectacle to explore the film's deeper philosophical questions. Is Odysseus' voyage really about crossing the Mediterranean... or confronting the man he has become? What does "coming home" truly mean after years of war, vio...

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60:10

25 YEARS OF QUEER CINEMA HISTORY: Queer Cinema...

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2026/07/28

Send us Fan Mail Twenty-five years after its release, GYPSY 83 has become something rare in independent cinema: a film that grew more meaningful with time. On this special episode of The Fixate & Binge Podcast, I am joined by writer/director Todd Stephens and actor Birkett Turton to celebrate the enduring legacy of a film that has evolved from an overlooked independent release into a beloved cult classic. Todd Stephens has long been recognized as a trailblazer in Queer Cinema, creating de...

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52:47

The Heart Behind the 2025 film HORSEGIRLS: Lauren...

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2026/07/14

Send us Fan Mail Writer-director Lauren Meyering and breakout star Lillian Carrier join The Fixate & Binge Podcast to discuss one of 2025's most heartfelt independent films, HORSEGIRLS, which debuted at New York's 2025 Tribeca Film Festival. Inspired by a true story, HORSEGIRLS follows Margarita, a 22-year-old autistic woman navigating adulthood while caring for—and being cared for by—her fiercely protective mother, played by Gretchen Mol. As Margarita discovers the unexpected world...

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38:13

The Mid-Year Movie & TV Check-In: What's Working in...

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2026/07/07

Send us Fan Mail As we reach the halfway point of 2026, it's the perfect time to look back at the movies and television shows that have made the biggest impact so far this year. In this special solo episode, Joe Curdy shares his favorite films and television series of 2026—from big studio releases and prestige television to independent gems that deserve a wider audience. Along the way, he reflects on the year's biggest surprises, a few disappointments, and the common themes that seem to be re...

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84:23

WATCHING THE SKIES (Part 2): Award-Winning...

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2026/06/30

Send us Fan Mail In Part 2 of our special WATCHING THE SKIES series, what began as a continuation of our exploration of cinema's fascination with UFOs and UAPs takes an unexpected turn when award-winning filmmaker Vito Trupiano (HELLBENT ON BOOGIE) joins the conversation. A lifelong student of the UAP phenomenon—and currently developing a passion project centered on the subject—Vito brings a filmmaker's perspective and an enthusiast's curiosity to one of humanity's greatest mysteries. Togethe...

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66:38

WATCHING THE SKIES How UFO Movies Reflect America's...

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2026/06/23

Send us Fan Mail For decades, stories of UFOs, extraterrestrials, and unexplained aerial phenomena have captured the imagination of filmmakers and audiences alike. Inspired by my father’s seventeen years working for NASA—and the stories he shared about humanity’s enduring fascination with the possibility of life beyond Earth—I take a deep dive into some of cinema’s most influential UFO and alien-themed films. In Part One of this two-part series, I explore classics such as THE DAY THE EARTH ST...

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47:33

HOW DO YOU HEAL AFTER LOSS? | HONEYJOON Writer &...

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2026/06/16

Send us Fan Mail This week on The Fixate & Binge Podcast, host Joe Curdy dives into one of the year's most touching independent films, HONEYJOON, with writer-director Lilian T. Mehrel. Before the interview, Joe shares his thoughts on three recent releases: the mind-bending Japanese thriller EXIT 8, the big-screen return of MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE, and the bone-crushing action spectacle THE FURIOUS, a film he absolutely loved. Then, Joe sits down with Mehrel to discuss her acclaimed debut ...

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60:26

Everything, Everywhere, All at Once... Except a Day...

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2026/06/09

Send us Fan Mail Actress, writer, and producer Jennifer Levinson knows a thing or two about wearing multiple hats. Best known for writing, producing, and starring in the acclaimed dramedy TRUST, Levinson joins The Fixate & Binge Podcast for a candid conversation about navigating the unpredictable realities of a career in Hollywood. From memorable auditions and hard-earned lessons to the importance of maintaining a sense of humor when things don't go according to plan, Jennifer reflects on...

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43:50

HOW HORROR BECAME HOLLYWOOD'S BIGGEST BOOM: Fear,...

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2026/06/02

Send us Fan Mail Horror films are no longer Hollywood’s outcasts — they may be its smartest success story. In this episode of The Fixate & Binge Podcast, we explore how horror evolved from niche genre fare into one of the most culturally relevant and financially powerful forces in modern cinema. From allegories of social anxiety and political unrest to the genre’s uniquely low-risk, high-reward business model, horror continues to thrive where many blockbuster formulas struggle. We examine...

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41:50

From GRAVITY FALLS to X-FILES: The Ultimate Teen &...

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2026/05/26

Send us Fan Mail Parents, we know the struggle: school’s out, it’s 100 degrees outside, you’re working… and the kids are home asking, “What should we watch?” This week, The Fixate & Binge Podcast becomes your summer streaming lifeline with binge-worthy TV picks for tweens and teens. From MALCOLM IN THE MIDDLE and LEGO MASTERS to GRAVITY FALLS, SWEET TOOTH, WEDNESDAY, THE X-FILES, ONE PIECE, classic seasons of THE SIMPSONS, and more, Joe Curdy breaks down great shows and exactly where to s...

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51:34

The Forgotten Grindhouse Fever Dream of MATADOR...

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2026/05/19

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of The Fixate & Binge Podcast, writer/director Jonathan Rosado joins the show to discuss his surreal new feature MATADOR BOLERO — a hypnotic midnight-art-house experience blending dream logic, symbolic imagery, exploitation cinema, and cosmic mystery. Shot on Super 8mm and starring experimental music artist Yves Tumor in a mesmerizing acting debut, the film evokes the psychosexual nightmare logic of David Lynch and the surrealist symbolism of Alejandro Jod...

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43:28

When America Fell in Love With Villains: Did Prestige...

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2026/05/12

Send us Fan Mail What if television didn’t just reflect America’s changing morals… but helped shape them? For over two decades, audiences have celebrated antiheroes like Tony Soprano, Walter White, Dexter Morgan, and Ray Shoesmith — deeply flawed men whose violence, corruption, and manipulation become strangely acceptable because we understand their motivations. In this provocative solo discussion, Joe Curdy explores the rise of morally gray storytelling and asks an uncomfortable question: Di...

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41:42

LOUDER THAN GUNS: Director Doug Pray on Music,...

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2026/05/05

Send us Fan Mail Acclaimed documentary filmmaker Doug Pray joins The Fixate & Binge Podcast to discuss his powerful new film, LOUDER THAN GUNS, created on the road alongside Ketch Secor of Old Crow Medicine Show. Following the tragic 2023 Covenant School shooting in Nashville, Secor embarked on a deeply personal journey to bridge America's seemingly impossible divide over gun rights and gun violence. Traveling across the country during Old Crow Medicine Show's concert tour, the filmmakers...

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