Episode Appearances
Filmspotting · Apr 13, 2026
Coppola, Lucas, and Spielberg: How Success Changed the System — and Them
“Collaborated with Coppola on Godfather films; interviewed for the book; universally praised by peers”
1970s New Hollywood Renaissance and Studio System ReformCollaborative Competition Among FilmmakersMerchandising Rights and Sequel Control in Film Franchises
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Dave And Molly Show · Apr 8, 2026
Fun Facts April 8
“Created R2-D2 name during American Graffiti post-production; George Lucas overheard and adopted for Star Wars”
Interactive podcast engagement mechanicsTrivia and fact-based entertainmentMLB baseball rules and history
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How Did This Get Made? · Feb 6, 2026
Last Looks: Return to Oz
“Director of Return to Oz who was initially fired by Disney but rehired after industry support”
Return to Oz film adaptation and source material fidelityCopyright and trademark licensing in film productionPractical effects engineering and performer constraints
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Return to Oz
“Director and writer of Return to Oz; legendary film editor known for The Godfather, The Conversation, The English Patient”
Sequel Strategy and Franchise ContinuitySource Material Adaptation vs. Commercial ExpectationsPractical Effects and Creature Design in 1980s Fantasy
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