The 007 Files

David Leigh, Bill Koenig, Javi Trujillo
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The 007 Files podcast dives deep into the world of James Bond, blending expert analysis with casual conversation. Co-hosted by David Leigh, author of The Complete Guide to the Drinks of James Bond and founder of The James Bond Dossier, Bill Koenig of The Spy Command and Javi Trujillo, the podcast explores Bond's films, books, and cultural impact. Stay tuned for everything from in-depth reviews to Bond 26 updates and discussions of all things 007. Perfect for lifelong fans and new recruits alike!

  1. What no Bond 26 news at CinemaCon really means | The 007 Files S4E005

    3 DAYS AGO

    What no Bond 26 news at CinemaCon really means | The 007 Files S4E005

    No Bond 26 update at CinemaCon—no cast, no release date, no production news. So what does that actually tell us?In this episode of The 007 Files, Javi Trujillo, Bill Koenig and David Leigh break down the lack of a Bond 26 update at CinemaCon—and explain why it isn’t a cause for concern. The key question driving this episode is simple: why was there no real news about the next James Bond film at CinemaCon? Amazon MGM referenced Bond during their presentation, but there was no cast announcement, no release date, and no production update. Instead, film chief Courtenay Valenti emphasised that the studio is taking its time with Bond 26. We examine what was actually said, what was left unsaid, and why that absence of detail is exactly what you should expect at this stage of development. With Denis Villeneuve attached to direct and Steven Knight writing the script, the project remains firmly in development rather than pre-production. We also explore when Villeneuve might realistically shift focus from Dune 3 to Bond, and what that means for the film’s progress. The episode also covers the wider James Bond landscape beyond the films. We discuss the announcement of Charlie Higson’s new novel King Zero, including the UK launch event and the way Ian Fleming Publications handled the press rollout. This leads into a broader look at the current state of literary Bond, where multiple authors—including Kim Sherwood and Raymond Benson—are contributing to different strands of the 007 universe. What does it mean to have overlapping continuities, and how does that affect the identity of James Bond in print? We also look at 007: First Light, including the title track by Lana Del Rey (written with David Arnold), the score recorded at Abbey Road Studios, and the game’s approach to the Bond theme—echoing Casino Royale by treating it as something that is earned over time rather than introduced immediately. Finally, we cover recent James Bond soundtrack releases from La La Land Records, including Diamonds Are Forever on CD and the upcoming The Man with the Golden Gun vinyl, along with a related interview for those interested in Bond music and film scores. This episode answers key questions Bond fans are asking right now. If you want analysis that focuses on what actually matters—rather than headlines and speculation—this episode breaks down where James Bond stands now and what to watch next. Where to find us Bill Koenig ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://hmssweblog.wordpress.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Javi Trujillo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://bsky.app/profile/javitru.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/the⁠bondisnotenough⁠ David Leigh ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thejamesbonddossier.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Recorded in the USA and Spain on 22nd April 2026.

    41 min
  2. Inside the Ian Fleming Foundation ft. Alan J. Porter | The 007 Files S4E004

    17 APR

    Inside the Ian Fleming Foundation ft. Alan J. Porter | The 007 Files S4E004

    The Ian Fleming Foundation, founded more than 30 years ago, is evolving. It's still known for its collection of vehicles and props that have appeared in James Bond films. The foundation is involved in other activities, including scholarships. The group also is dedicated to keeping the memory of Ian Fleming alive. Alan J. Porter, the foundation president, chats with the hosts of The 007 Files, sharing insights into the meticulous restoration of Bond vehicles and how these efforts support the Foundation's goals. Discover the strategic growth plans and community engagement initiatives that are helping the Foundation adapt to changes in the Bond franchise. Learn how the legacy of Ian Fleming continues to influence modern culture and open doors for new generations. Watch a brief video tour of some of the foundation's vehicle collection:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r8EO66CtKJ8 Where to find us Alan J. Porter https://alanjporter.wordpress.com/ The Ian Fleming Foundation https://ianflemingfoundation.org/ Bill Koenig ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://hmssweblog.wordpress.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Javi Trujillo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://bsky.app/profile/javitru.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/the⁠bondisnotenough David Leigh ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thejamesbonddossier.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Recorded in the USA and Spain on 2nd April 2026.

    44 min
  3. The world of James Bond fan clubs ft. 007GB President Mark Wooldridge | The 007 Files S4E003

    2 APR

    The world of James Bond fan clubs ft. 007GB President Mark Wooldridge | The 007 Files S4E003

    In this episode, 007GB president Mark Wooldridge joins us to explore the world of James Bond fandom — from the unique role Britain plays in Bond culture to the global community that surrounds it. We discuss the origins and growth of the 007GB fan club, rare Bond memorabilia and collectibles, and the ongoing appeal of the franchise across generations. The conversation also covers Bond music, brand partnerships like Omega, and what the current state of development means for Bond 26. If you’re interested in the deeper ecosystem around James Bond — beyond the films themselves — this episode offers a clear, informed perspective. Where to find us Mark Wooldridge https://www.youtube.com/@ViewsFromMark 007GB https://007gb.co.uk Bill Koenig ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://hmssweblog.wordpress.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Javi Trujillo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/javitru.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/theDavid Leigh ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thejamesbonddossier.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Recorded in the USA, UK and Spain on 24th March 2026.

    46 min
  4. Hopes & Fears for James Bond Under Amazon ft. Phil Nobile Jr. | The 007 Files S4E002

    28 FEB

    Hopes & Fears for James Bond Under Amazon ft. Phil Nobile Jr. | The 007 Files S4E002

    What does Amazon’s control of James Bond really mean for the future of 007? In this episode of The 007 Files, hosts Bill Koenig and David Leigh are joined by Fangoria editor-in-chief Phil Nobile Jr. to explore the hopes and fears surrounding the Amazon era of the James Bond franchise — and what the shift from family stewardship to corporate ownership could mean for cinema’s most enduring spy series. Phil reflects on an article he wrote in July 2017 suggesting that the Broccoli family might one day sell the franchise after one more film — remarkably prescient as it turns out. The conversation examines both the risks and the opportunities facing 007. While many fans fear increased corporate interference and the direction Amazon's Bond might take, another possibility emerges: that 007 may represent only a tiny part of Amazon’s vast business, potentially allowing filmmakers greater creative freedom rather than less. A major theme of the discussion is modern villainy. Phil argues that the real threat posed by artificial intelligence is not science-fiction imagery or killer robots, but something far more human — power, influence, and economic manipulation driven by powerful tech interests. In that sense, AI may offer fertile ground for a contemporary Bond story rooted in present-day anxieties rather than Cold War nostalgia. Together, the discussion looks at where Bond stands now, what might change in the years ahead, and what fans should realistically hope for — or worry about — as 007 enters its next chapter. Where to find us Phil Nobile Jr. https://bsky.app/profile/philnobilejr.bsky.social Bill Koenig ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://hmssweblog.wordpress.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ David Leigh ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thejamesbonddossier.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Recorded in the USA and Spain on 10th February 2026.

    42 min
  5. What can James Bond fans expect in 2026? | The 007 Files S4E01

    21 FEB

    What can James Bond fans expect in 2026? | The 007 Files S4E01

    Season 4 of The 007 Files begins with a look ahead at what 2026 could mean for Bond 26 — from script progress and casting expectations to the real-world challenges shaping the next James Bond film. In this episode, we examine where Bond 26 actually stands today, separating confirmed developments from speculation and media narratives surrounding the future of 007 under Amazon MGM. What should Bond fans realistically expect this year? Is casting likely in 2026? And how much of the online conversation reflects reality rather than rumour? Where to find us Bill Koenig⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://hmssweblog.wordpress.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Javi Trujillo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/javitru.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thebondisnotenough/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ David Leigh⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thejamesbonddossier.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Recorded in the USA and Spain on 20th January 2026.

    33 min
  6. Goldeneye at 30: The Film That Revived and Reset James Bond pt 3 | The 007 Files S3 E013

    24 JAN

    Goldeneye at 30: The Film That Revived and Reset James Bond pt 3 | The 007 Files S3 E013

    This is part three of our three-episode examination of Goldeneye. Bill Koenig, Javi Trujillo, and David Leigh start with Goldeneye 007, a game that didn’t merely succeed but rewired expectations. It showed what a film tie-in could be, helped define the console shooter, and introduced an entire generation to James Bond through split-screen multiplayer rather than cinema screens. From there, the discussion turns to Pierce Brosnan. With distance, his Bond successfully carried the franchise through the post–Cold War vacuum and restored Bond’s cultural relevance in the 1990s. Related to that is how fans appear to have cooled towards Daniel Craig’s Bond in the years since No Time to Die. Martin Campbell’s role is examined, as is that of Michael G Wilson and Barbara Broccoli as Cubby handed over the reigns. Where to find us: Bill Koenig ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://hmssweblog.wordpress.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Javi Trujillo ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/javitru.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thebondisnotenough/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ David Leigh ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thejamesbonddossier.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Recorded in the USA and Spain on 20th January 2026

    39 min
  7. Goldeneye at 30: The Film That Revived and Reset James Bond pt 2 | The 007 Files S3 E012

    27/12/2025

    Goldeneye at 30: The Film That Revived and Reset James Bond pt 2 | The 007 Files S3 E012

    In this episode of The 007 Files, the hosts continue their discussion on revisit Goldeneye, the film that didn’t just reintroduce James Bond, but quietly rescued the franchise from irrelevance. They look at the change to Leavesden Studios and the symbolic shift away from Pinewood Studios, mirroring Bond’s own need to evolve after the Cold War. They explore the cultural shockwave of casting Judi Dench as M, the uneasy question of whether Bond had become a Cold War relic, Jack Wade and why Felix Leiter was absent. There’s also a close look at Bond’s changing image through cars and brands, from the BMW Z3 to the return of the DB5, and the long-lasting partnership with Omega. Where to find us: Bill Koenig ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://hmssweblog.wordpress.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Javi Trujillo ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/javitru.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thebondisnotenough/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ David Leigh ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thejamesbonddossier.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Recorded in the USA and Spain on 10th December 2025

    34 min
  8. Goldeneye at 30: The Film That Revived and Reset James Bond pt 1 | The 007 Files S3 E011

    20/12/2025

    Goldeneye at 30: The Film That Revived and Reset James Bond pt 1 | The 007 Files S3 E011

    Bill Koenig, David Leigh, and Javi Trujillo mark the 30th anniversary of Goldeneye by revisiting the moment James Bond returned to the big screen and reminding audiences why it mattered. They explore the film’s release in 1995, its immediate impact on the franchise, and how its box office success reshaped Bond’s future after years in the wilderness. The discussion moves into the realities of production, from budget constraints to the risks involved in relaunching 007 for a post–Cold War world. Personal memories of first viewings and early fan excitement blend with reflections on how conventions helped build momentum around the film. Attention is also given to the iconic dam jump, a stunt that reset expectations for Bond action, and the controversial but influential score by Eric Serra. They also examine the evolving importance of title sequences, shaped by Daniel Kleinman, and why Goldeneye still stands as a defining chapter in Bond history. Where to find us: Bill Koenig ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://hmssweblog.wordpress.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Javi Trujillo ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/javitru.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thebondisnotenough/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ David Leigh ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thejamesbonddossier.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Recorded in the USA and Spain on 10th December 2025

    44 min
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The 007 Files podcast dives deep into the world of James Bond, blending expert analysis with casual conversation. Co-hosted by David Leigh, author of The Complete Guide to the Drinks of James Bond and founder of The James Bond Dossier, Bill Koenig of The Spy Command and Javi Trujillo, the podcast explores Bond's films, books, and cultural impact. Stay tuned for everything from in-depth reviews to Bond 26 updates and discussions of all things 007. Perfect for lifelong fans and new recruits alike!

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  • Creator
    David Leigh, Bill Koenig, Javi Trujillo
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    44
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © David Leigh, Bill Koenig, Javi Trujillo
  • Show Website
    The 007 Files

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