Episode Appearances
The Big Picture · Jan 19, 2026
The Matt Damon and Ben Affleck Movie Draft. Plus: ‘The Rip.’
“Director of 'The Rip'; known for previous dump-month action films like 'Smokin' Aces' and 'The Grey'”
Matt Damon and Ben Affleck filmography and career trajectoriesNetflix original film strategy and quality perceptionArtist Equity production company business model
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The Joe Rogan Experience · Jan 16, 2026
#2440 - Matt Damon & Ben Affleck
“Screenwriter and director of the film; known for NARC and Smoke Aces; collaborated with Damon and Affleck on project”
Streaming vs. theatrical distribution economicsCrew compensation and profit-sharing modelsAI in filmmaking and creative industries
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Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend · Jan 12, 2026
Matt Damon
“Writer and director of 'The Rip'; based film on real Miami narcotics unit experiences”
Creative Partnership and CollaborationActor Development and Early Career RejectionFilm Direction and One-Take Methodology
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