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20th Century Fox

Mentioned in 16 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows

A major Hollywood studio and production company involved in film distribution, television development, and content creation. The company has produced and distributed notable franchises including *The Simpsons* and films like *Super Troopers*, while also maintaining development rights to various projects and overall deals with creators. Podcasts reference the studio in contexts ranging from its historical role in filmmaking to its contemporary involvement in television and film production.

Episode Mentions

Filmspotting

Filmspotting · Apr 13, 2026

Coppola, Lucas, and Spielberg: How Success Changed the System — and Them

Distributed Star Wars; represented the distribution gatekeeping that filmmakers still needed despite their creative control

1970s New Hollywood Renaissance and Studio System ReformCollaborative Competition Among FilmmakersMerchandising Rights and Sequel Control in Film Franchises
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Blank Check with Griffin & David

Blank Check with Griffin & David · Apr 12, 2026

Witness with Amanda Dobbins

Initial studio with first-look deal; rejected the script as a 'rural picture' despite Harrison Ford's interest

Peter Weir's directorial philosophy and visual storytelling techniquesHarrison Ford's career trajectory and range as an actorSexual tension and restraint in 1980s cinema
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America At Night with McGraw Milhaven

America At Night with McGraw Milhaven · Apr 1, 2026

Juan Uribe’s Fight to Save His Son, Scott Tranter Breaks Down the Midterms, Paul Fisher on Classic Hollywood

Studio that greenlit Star Wars with executive Alan Ladd's support despite industry skepticism about the project

Stem Cell Transplant Donor Matching and HLA TypingRacial Disparities in Medical Registries2026 Midterm Election Polling and Generic Ballot
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Freakonomics Radio

Freakonomics Radio · Feb 27, 2026

665. Werner Herzog Isn’t Afraid ...

Herzog rejected their proposal to shoot Fitzcarraldo in botanical gardens with plastic models instead of the Peruvian jungle

Artificial Intelligence in Creative IndustriesFilm and Documentary ProductionEducational Philosophy and Student Development
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Adam Carolla Show

Adam Carolla Show · Feb 27, 2026

Mark-Paul Gosselaar + Dr. Drew (Carolla Classics)

Removed director Brian Singer's promotional content from 'Bohemian Rhapsody' following allegations

Cancel Culture and Social Media BacklashCelebrity Activism and HypocrisyRunaway Film/TV Production and Tax Incentives
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Celebrity Jobber Podcast with Jeff Zito

Celebrity Jobber Podcast with Jeff Zito · Feb 20, 2026

Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito - Steve Lemme

Distributed Super Troopers film; memorable for opening fanfare during premiere screening attended by Steve's father

Career transitions and pivots in entertainment industryParental expectations versus creative ambitionSketch comedy group formation and early career development
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American Scandal

American Scandal · Feb 17, 2026

Twlight Zone Accident | The Baby Mogul | 1

Landis's first Hollywood employer where he worked as a mailboy and met industry legends like Hitchcock

Child labor laws in film and television productionFilm production safety protocols and oversightDirector creative control versus studio accountability
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The Sporkful

The Sporkful · Feb 13, 2026

Lunchtime With The Simpsons (Reheat)

Studio lot where The Simpsons writers room and production facilities are located in Los Angeles

Food Comedy Writing TechniquesCharacter Development Through Food PreferencesFoodie Culture Satire
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The Viall Files

The Viall Files · Feb 10, 2026

E1076 - Jesse Metcalfe, Traitors w/ Carolyn, Winter Olympics, Super Bowl, Below Deck Down Under & RHOBH

Holds development rights to John Tucker Must Die 2 sequel script with potential for Jesse Metcalfe's involvement

Celebrity Career Longevity and Relationship ManagementEntrepreneurship in Beauty/Skincare IndustryReality TV Narrative Construction and Production Bias
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Blurry Creatures

Blurry Creatures · Jan 27, 2026

EP: 393 The True Story Behind The Conjuring with Chad Hayes

Commissioned Hayes brothers to work on prequel to The Omen, exploring backstory and supernatural mythology

Demonic Possession and Exorcism PracticesFaith-Based Horror Film ProductionParanormal Investigation Methodology
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How Did This Get Made?

How Did This Get Made? · Jan 23, 2026

Last Looks: Monkeybone w/ Brad Meltzer

Fired director Henry Selick mid-production on Monkeybone, forcing creative compromises that altered the film's vision

Witness Protection Program Operations and DemographicsDover Air Force Base Mortuary OperationsDigital Identity and Modern Anonymity Challenges
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Bad On Paper

Bad On Paper · Jan 21, 2026

2026 Reading Preview

Chelsea Devontez had an overall television deal with the company for show development

Book publishing trendsRomance novel evolutionCelebrity memoir publishing
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How Did This Get Made?

How Did This Get Made? · Jan 16, 2026

Monkeybone LIVE! w/ Rob Huebel

Studio that produced and distributed Monkey Bone; refused to release film in HD, indicating lack of confidence in commercial viability

Director Replacement and Studio Creative ControlAdaptation of Incomplete Source MaterialPost-Y2K Pre-9/11 Cultural Zeitgeist in Film
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WHAT WENT WRONG

WHAT WENT WRONG · Dec 29, 2025

Top Movie Moments (with Glamorous Trash)

Discussed as studio backing Cleopatra production with massive budget overruns and Elizabeth Taylor's record-breaking salary

On-set safety and actor protection protocolsPower dynamics between A-list actors and production teamsFemale representation in comedy writing and directing
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Unblinded with Sean Callagy

Unblinded with Sean Callagy · Dec 9, 2025

Inside Marvel Studios w/ Founder David Maisel

Licensed X-Men film rights from Marvel; characters unavailable for early MCU films

Marvel Cinematic Universe Strategy and DevelopmentEntertainment Industry Business Model InnovationFranchise and Universe Building in Film
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Hidden Brain

Hidden Brain · Nov 10, 2025

Why Following Your Dreams Isn't Enough

Mentioned as the soundstage where Frank Sinatra met Mia Farrow in 1964, used as opening narrative example

Poetry vs. Plumbing in LeadershipOrganizational Scaling and InfrastructureOperational Excellence and Execution
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