Martin Scorsese
Mentioned in 49 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
A legendary film director known for crime dramas like *Taxi Driver*, *Goodfellas*, and *Casino*, as well as *Hugo* and *After Hours*. Podcasts frequently reference his influential filmmaking style, collaborative approach with actors and long-time editor Thelma Schoonmaker, and career trajectory marked by multiple Oscar nominations before winning for *The Departed*. His work continues to shape contemporary storytelling across film and other media, and he remains active in projects including a gothic horror thriller for Apple Original Films.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
The Journal. · May 18, 2026
For Riz Ahmed, Life is a Spy Thriller
“Cited as influence for Good Fellas; example of specific storytelling that resonates universally”
The Big Picture · May 18, 2026
The 1976 Movie Draft
“Director of Taxi Driver; discussed for visual orchestration and De Niro collaboration”
Daring Creativity · May 10, 2026
Dare to find radical empathy for the people around you - Murugiah
“Influential director whose advice on personal filmmaking influenced Bong Joon-ho and is referenced in discussion of authentic creative work”
SmartLess · May 8, 2026
"Jonah Hill LIVE"
“Collaborated with Hill on Wolf of Wall Street; Hill directed him in Outcome and credits him as major influence”
The Confused Breakfast · May 7, 2026
After Hours (1985)
“Directed After Hours as a comeback project after King of Comedy flopped; credits the film with reigniting his passion for filmmaking”
The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert · Apr 27, 2026
Comedian Ramy Youssef
“Referenced as connection to tour guide Amir in Rome; Youssef joked about sharing cologne with him”
Unspooled · Apr 21, 2026
Reel Confessions: Mike Mitchell
“Discussed in fuck-marry-kill exercise regarding 2005 Best Director Oscar nominees”
WHAT WENT WRONG · Apr 20, 2026
Taxi Driver
“Directed Taxi Driver; fought studio interference, improvised 'You talking to me?' scene, and cast himself in pivotal cameo.”
WHAT WENT WRONG · Apr 17, 2026
Jodie Foster & John Hinckley Jr. (with RedHanded)
“Directed Taxi Driver; struggled to direct scenes with 12-year-old Foster, delegating to Robert De Niro”
Mile Higher · Apr 16, 2026
389: The Book of Enoch: Ancient Conspiracy or Hidden Truth?
“Directed The Last Temptation of Christ, exploring alternative Jesus narratives banned by Catholic Church”
Zero to Well-Read · Apr 14, 2026
Gilead by Marilynne Robinson
“Holds film rights to Gilead with Leonardo DiCaprio attached; interested in religious themes in later career”
The Rich Roll Podcast · Apr 13, 2026
Everything Is A Story: Journalist Nick Bilton Thinks AI Might End Humanity & How Stories Could Save Us
“Collaborating with Bilton on Hawaiian mafia book and screenplay; 83 years old with more energy than younger colleagues”
Filmspotting · Apr 13, 2026
Coppola, Lucas, and Spielberg: How Success Changed the System — and Them
“Contemporary filmmaker; benefited from competitive dynamic with Coppola, Lucas, Spielberg; featured in ecosystem analysis”
Don't Listen To Us with Mandy Patinkin and Kathryn Grody · Apr 8, 2026
Advice for Aspiring Actors (Broadway Isn’t Key)
“Referenced for his collaborative relationship with actor De Niro and trust-based directorial approach”
WHAT WENT WRONG · Apr 6, 2026
Lawrence of Arabia
“Helped rescue and fund the 1989 restoration of Lawrence of Arabia alongside Steven Spielberg”
Past Present Feature with Marcus Mizelle · Apr 3, 2026
E73 • Facing the Future Without Looking Away • CHARLIE TYRELL, co-dir. of ‘The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist’ Now in Theaters from Focus Features
“Filmmaker cited as major influence on Tyrell's decision to pursue filmmaking; 'Goodfellas' discussed as desert island film”
Joe and Jada · Apr 1, 2026
The Real Report - Gianni Paolo on Power Book II: Ghost, 50 Cent's influence, acting with Michael Rainey, and Hollywood's dark side
“Referenced as frequent collaborator with DiCaprio on high-quality film projects”
Fashion Neurosis with Bella Freud · Apr 1, 2026
Lynne Ramsay
“Producer on Die My Love; discovered project through book club; provided mentorship and support”
Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard · Mar 30, 2026
Ike Barinholtz #4
“Subject of recent documentary; discussed as greatest filmmaker with valleys and comebacks in career”
Timothy Keller Sermons Podcast by Gospel in Life · Mar 27, 2026
Scripture
“Referenced for film 'The Last Temptation of Christ'; used to illustrate Satan's actual strategy”
The Confused Breakfast · Mar 26, 2026
Casino (1995)
“Directed Casino and co-wrote the screenplay with Nicholas Pelleggi, bringing his signature style to the mob crime narrative”
IndieWire: Screen Talk · Mar 20, 2026
Oscars Review from Inside the Dolby; The Problem with Oscars Press; What's Up Next for the Winners?
“Director making gothic horror thriller 'What Happens at Night' for Apple Original Films”
Drink Champs · Mar 18, 2026
#Throwback Episode - w/ DJ Pooh and Lil Duval | (Ep.75)
“Referenced as comparison point for DJ Pooh's filmmaking style and approach to storytelling”
American Scandal · Mar 17, 2026
Twlight Zone Accident | Shoot to Kill | 5
“Referenced as example of auteur director emerging in 1970s-80s era”
Adam Carolla Show · Mar 5, 2026
James Woods Tells Wild Hollywood Stories + the Dark Side of Politics
“Director of Casino; known for collaborative approach encouraging actor improvisation and ad-libbing”
Civics 101 · Mar 3, 2026
Are you really mad? What can you do about that?
“Filmmaker who supported National Film Preservation Foundation with early funding and board participation”
Kermode & Mayo’s Take · Mar 2, 2026
Celebrating Women in Film with Vanguard
“Director with long-standing collaboration with editor Thelma Schoonmaker”
Deep Questions with Cal Newport · Mar 2, 2026
Ep. 394: Do I Need a Better Planning System?
“Filmmaker mentioned as example of event-film director whose movies tend toward longer runtimes”
Blank Check with Griffin & David · Feb 26, 2026
Critical Darlings: Sentimental Value and Belated Oscar Breakthroughs with Joe Reid
“Director discussed as example of filmmaker who received career retrospective Oscar ('The Departed') after years of Academy snubs”
Blank Check with Griffin & David · Feb 22, 2026
Die My Love with Alison Willmore
“Recommended Die My Love novel to Jennifer Lawrence; maintains book club for film adaptation discovery”
DISGRACELAND · Feb 20, 2026
The Clash: Guns on the Roof, Chased out of Kingston, and a Riot in Times Square
“Filmmaker who attended The Clash's Bond's shows and socialized with the band and their New York cultural circle.”
DISGRACELAND · Feb 18, 2026
Presenting Our New Video Podcast "This Film Should be Played Loud"
“Director of Goodfellas whose meticulous music selection and pre-planning approach is analyzed throughout episode”
Las Culturistas with Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang · Feb 11, 2026
"The Mayor" (w/ Laura Dern)
“Director Laura Dern worked with as extra on Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore at age 6; identified her as future actor”
Economist Podcasts · Feb 9, 2026
Snap judgement: Japan PM’s electoral landslide
“Film director of Taxi Driver, discussed in 50th anniversary retrospective on the movie's cultural impact.”
Unspooled · Feb 6, 2026
Celebrating Catherine O'Hara
“Anecdote about praising SCTV with Robert De Niro, unaware there were only two women on the show”
The Big Picture · Feb 3, 2026
Dumpuary Is Dead. These Movies Killed It. Plus: The Best Movies at Sundance and the Catherine O’Hara Hall of Fame.
“Director who collaborated with Fisk on multiple films; currently working on various projects in New York and other locations”
The Adam Friedland Show · Jan 29, 2026
CHUCK KLOSTERMAN Talks Football, Violence, American Identity
“Director of Bob Dylan documentary 'Rolling Thunder' discussed for blending fact and fiction”
The Weirdest Thing I Learned This Week · Jan 28, 2026
Beaver Skull Obsession, Aussie Widowmakers, Koalas Eating $#!%
“Film director; Jess had anxiety about rating his film Hugo at preview screening before potential meeting with him”
The Prestige TV Podcast · Jan 21, 2026
‘Industry’ Season 4, Episode 2: The Commander and the Grey Lady
“Director; After Hours referenced as influence for the episode's surreal, drug-fueled narrative structure”
Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend · Jan 19, 2026
Jodie Foster
“Director who worked with Foster on Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore and Taxi Driver, introducing her to improvisation”
The Daily · Dec 28, 2025
Sunday Special: The Best Movies of 2025
“Discussed in conversation with Jafar Panahi at New York Film Festival; expressed respect for Panahi”
The Joe Rogan Experience · Dec 11, 2025
#2425 - Ethan Hawke
“Jodie Foster's mentor on Taxi Driver; example of how great mentorship enables child actors to survive”
SmartLess · Dec 8, 2025
"Laura Dern"
“Director who worked with Dern's mother on 'Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore' and observed young Laura on set”
Takin’ A Walk Nashville · Nov 24, 2025
Takin A Walk Nashville Concert Calendar 11-24-Music History
“Director of The Last Waltz concert film being tributed at Nashville Theater on November 23rd”
Lex Fridman Podcast · Oct 31, 2025
#484 – Dan Houser: GTA, Red Dead Redemption, Rockstar, Absurd & Future of Gaming
“Director of Goodfellas and Casino, films that shaped Dan's understanding of crime storytelling”
Discover Your Potential Podcast · Oct 27, 2025
Creating with Purpose with guest Kevin Kolbe Sponsored by Squarespace
“Director whose work Kevin admires; featured in anecdote about creative philosophy discussion with George Lucas.”
Good Hang with Amy Poehler · Oct 14, 2025
Aziz Ansari
“Referenced as filmmaker known for extensive film knowledge and viewing, inspiration for Ansari's film education”
Trash Taste Podcast · Oct 10, 2025
"We Were Born in the Wrong Generation" | Trash Taste #277
“Quoted (paraphrased) criticizing modern blockbusters as theme park rides lacking emotional depth”
SmartLess · Oct 9, 2025
"RE-RELEASE: Paul Thomas Anderson"
“Founded Film Foundation in late 1970s/early 1980s; Anderson collaborates with him on film preservation”