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Martin Scorsese

Mentioned in 34 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows

A prolific and influential film director known for crime dramas and character studies including *Taxi Driver*, *Goodfellas*, *Casino*, and *The Departed*, whose work has shaped cinema and popular culture for decades. Podcasts discuss his filmmaking techniques—such as his collaborative approach with actors and long narrative runtimes—as well as his career trajectory, including a delayed Oscar win and long-standing partnerships with collaborators like editor Thelma Schoonmaker. He is also recognized for his documentaries, preservation efforts in film, and his continued active work on new projects including a gothic horror thriller for Apple Original Films.

Episode Appearances

Mile Higher

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

Book of Enoch - ancient religious text and excluded biblical canonWatchers and Nephilim - angelic beings and giants in pre-flood mythologyAncient astronaut theory - extraterrestrial intervention in human history
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Filmspotting

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

1970s New Hollywood Renaissance and Studio System ReformCollaborative Competition Among FilmmakersMerchandising Rights and Sequel Control in Film Franchises
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Don't Listen To Us with Mandy Patinkin and Kathryn Grody

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

Aspiring actor career developmentMusical theater training and educationDirector-performer collaboration models
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Past Present Feature with Marcus Mizelle

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

AI Ethics and GovernanceAI's Impact on Creative Industries and FilmmakingFatherhood and Parental Anxiety in the AI Era
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Joe and Jada

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

Acting Career Strategy and Script SelectionImprovisation Techniques in Television Production50 Cent's Production Influence on Power Universe
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Fashion Neurosis with Bella Freud

Fashion Neurosis with Bella Freud · Apr 1, 2026

Lynne Ramsay

Producer on Die My Love; discovered project through book club; provided mentorship and support

Visual storytelling through photography and cinematographyActor preparation and pre-production collaborationGender bias in film industry criticism and direction
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Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard

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

Podcast Production and Format DesignAward Show Experiences and Industry RecognitionCharacter Development and Moral Complexity in Acting
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IndieWire: Screen Talk

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

Oscar ceremony analysis and behind-the-scenes insightsAwards prediction methodology and precursor analysisInternational voting patterns in Academy Awards
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Drink Champs

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

Independent Film Distribution StrategyComedy-to-Acting Career TransitionsHip-Hop Culture Evolution and Generational Shifts
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American Scandal

American Scandal · Mar 17, 2026

Twlight Zone Accident | Shoot to Kill | 5

Referenced as example of auteur director emerging in 1970s-80s era

On-set safety protocols and helicopter accident preventionChild labor laws and protections in film productionDirector accountability and criminal liability in fatal incidents
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Adam Carolla Show

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

Character Acting and Improvisation in FilmDirector-Actor Collaboration and Creative ProcessAI Safety and Digital Radicalization
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Civics 101

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

Lobbying regulation and transparencyConstituent services and local government responsivenessAstroturfing and corporate deception tactics
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Kermode & Mayo’s Take

Kermode & Mayo’s Take · Mar 2, 2026

Celebrating Women in Film with Vanguard

Director with long-standing collaboration with editor Thelma Schoonmaker

Gender imbalance in UK film industryWomen in film production rolesFemale directors and cinematographers
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Deep Questions with Cal Newport

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

Planning Systems DesignTask Management and CaptureTime Blocking and Calendar Management
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Blank Check with Griffin & David

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

Oscar voting patterns and strategic category placement for acting nominationsInternational feature film integration into Best Picture considerationFilmmaker breakthrough narratives and delayed recognition patterns
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Blank Check with Griffin & David

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

Postpartum depression and maternal mental health in cinemaSubjective narrative filmmaking and audience interpretationBox office strategy for prestige dramas in 2025
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DISGRACELAND

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.

The Clash band history and discographyPunk rock movement and anti-establishment politicsRecord label control and artist royalties
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DISGRACELAND

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

Film soundtrack design and music supervisionScorsese's directorial approach to music in cinemaDiegetic vs. non-diegetic music in storytelling
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Las Culturistas with Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang

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

Career Longevity in EntertainmentFemale Character Development in TelevisionMethod Acting and Character Immersion
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Economist Podcasts

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.

Japanese electoral politicsAcademic freedom restrictionsUniversity curriculum censorship
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The Big Picture

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

YouTube Creator Film Distribution ModelsPeriod Film Production Design MethodologyBook-to-Film Adaptation Economics
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The Adam Friedland Show

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

Football's cultural dominance and television economicsNIL and transfer portal impact on college footballPost-Civil War origins of American football as warfare surrogate
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The Weirdest Thing I Learned This Week

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

Beaver ecology and ecosystem engineeringEucalyptus invasive species managementWildfire prevention and natural fire breaks
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The Prestige TV Podcast

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

Intergenerational Trauma and Suicide IdeationClass Mobility: American vs British Social StructuresMarriage as Economic and Social Contract
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Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend

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

AI Hallucination in MarketingAI Verification and Fact-CheckingCareer Reinvention in Entertainment
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The Daily

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

Warner Brothers acquisition by Netflix or ParamountOriginal screenplays vs. IP-based franchises in theatrical releasesDirector creative control and production scheduling in major studios
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The Joe Rogan Experience

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

Child Actor Development and TraumaPerformance Psychology and PresenceBeginner's Mind and Continuous Learning
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SmartLess

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

Career Selection Criteria for ActorsWorking with Master FilmmakersLegacy and Nepotism in Entertainment
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Takin’ A Walk Nashville

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

Nashville concert venues and live music eventsIntimate venue experiences and acousticsArtist songwriting and publishing credits
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Lex Fridman Podcast

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

Open-world game design and systemic emergent gameplayNarrative-driven character development in interactive mediaBalance between player freedom and story structure in games
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Discover Your Potential Podcast

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.

Content Creator Business ModelsVideo Production and Creative StrategyFinding Your Purpose and Why
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Good Hang with Amy Poehler

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

Directorial debut and filmmaking processParks and Recreation cast dynamics and legacyTechnology minimalism and flip phone adoption
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Trash Taste Podcast

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

Enshittification and platform degradationLive service game monetization modelsAlgorithmic content curation and discovery
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SmartLess

SmartLess · Oct 9, 2025

"RE-RELEASE: Paul Thomas Anderson"

Founded Film Foundation in late 1970s/early 1980s; Anderson collaborates with him on film preservation

Theatrical vs. Streaming Distribution StrategyScreenwriting Process and Narrative StructureFilm Preservation and Archive Initiatives
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