The Black List Podcast

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The Black List founder Franklin Leonard talks movies with people who love them and people who make them. He and Black List Director of Community Kate Hagen speak with filmmakers, producers, and creators of all kinds, deep diving on movie watching rituals, sharing career highs, and revisiting highly regarded films from the Black List itself. Guests include: Spike Lee, Janelle Monae, Ed Helms, Lulu Wang, Jason Hehir, Rhada Blank, Bowen Yang, Katrina Longworth, Gabrielle Union, and many, many more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  1. 07/08/2025

    Spike Lee

    Happy Independence Day. Spike Lee joined Franklin and Kate to talk about narrative filmmaking, his longtime collaborators, and the movement for Black lives. From Do the Right Thing, to Malcolm X, to Bamboozled, to his ilm for Netflix, Da 5 Bloods, the trio talks about how culture talks to movies, and how movies talk back to the culture. Questions? Comments? Criticism? Hit us up on social media at @theblcklst. This episode first aired in mid-2020. To learn more about The Black List, visit www.blcklst.com. Mentions:  +Do The Right Thing: rottentomatoes.com/m/do_the_right_thing +Malcom X: rottentomatoes.com/m/1042135-malcolm_x +Bamboozled: rottentomatoes.com/m/bamboozled +Da 5 Bloods: netflix.com/title/81045635 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  2. 07/08/2025 ·  Bonus

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    Introducing Niecy Nash: The Power of Loving Yourself Out Loud from The Oprah Podcast. Follow the show: The Oprah Podcast The two-time Emmy award-winning actress and star of Hulu’s all women divorce drama All’s Fair - Ms. Niecy Nash-Betts - joins the Podcast. Nicknamed “The Range” in Hollywood for her extraordinary ability to transcend both comedic and dramatic roles on television and in the movies. Oprah talks to Niecy about how from a young age she manifested her acting career. The two discuss Niecy’s marriage to her ‘’hersband,” Jessica Betts, after being married twice in the past to men. Niecy shares why she didn’t feel the need “to come out” and the mistakes she’s made as a mother to her three adult children. Niecy also takes questions from listeners about her fan-favorite show, All’s Fair on Hulu - now in its second season - and reveals what it’s like working on and off the set with her powerhouse co-stars Kim Kardashian, Sarah Paulson, Naomi Watts, Teyana Taylor and the legendary Glenn Close. And caregivers take note, Niecy talks about the challenges she faces providing care for her elderly father. 00:00:00 - Welcome Niecy Nash 00:02:30 - Niecy knew she was a performer 00:03:15 - Her nickname “The Range” 00:08:00 - Niecy’s Emmy speech 00:10:40 - Has fame changed her? 00:12:45 - Niecy’s greatest luxury 00:14:30 - All’s Fair role 00:19:00 - Favorite outfit from All’s Fair 00:20:20 - Fatal Attraction with Glenn Close 00:22:20 - Niecy’s wig obsession 00:24:00 - Niecy on motherhood 00:26:30 - 6 year wedding anniversary 00:28:30 - On wife Jessica Betts 00:33:45 - Going public on their relationship 00:41:30 - Caretaking her father 00:46:00 - Niecy’s ideal role 00:48:40 - What she would not share 00:49:24 - Rapid fire questions Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social: https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/oprahpodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/oprah/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/ DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

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  3. 07/01/2025

    Director Kirby Dick

    Emmy winner and two-time Oscar nominee Kirby Dick joins Kate and Franklin for a riveting conversation about the role of investigative journalism in film and the responsibility of storytellers to speak truth to power. The acclaimed director, known for his groundbreaking work exposing abuse and institutional cover-ups, discusses the #MeToo movement, his HBO Max documentary On the Record (co-directed by Amy Ziering), and why he “doesn’t love movies”—at least not in the conventional sense. From navigating social issues to challenging powerful institutions, Kirby unpacks the ethics, impact, and urgency behind his change-making work. Questions? Comments? Criticism? Hit us up on social media at @theblcklst. This conversation took place in 2021. To learn more about The Black List, visit www.blcklst.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  4. 06/24/2025

    Kaufman Charlie, Screenwriter with an Eternally Spotless and Brilliant Mind

    Maybe you love Adaptation, or Synechdoche, or Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind.The prolific screenwriter Charlie Kaufman discusses some of the diverse and notable projects of his career, starting with his early days as a staff writer for shows like Get A Life, and The Dana Carvey Show. He also recounts the unbelievable, and ultimately life-changing story of his screenplay for Being John Malkovich, a film that nobody initially wanted to make. Franklin and Kate dive with Charlie into the continued fan love for Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (for which Kaufman won a writing Oscar), the reactions they all have to Adaptation, and wrap up with a discussion of the Jessie Buckley/Jesse Plemons film I'm Thinking of Ending Things, and so much more.  Questions? Comments? Criticism? Hit us up on social media at @theblcklst. This conversation took place during 2020. To learn more about The Black List, visit www.blcklst.com. Mentions:  I’m Thinking of Ending Things: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/im_thinking_of_ending_things Get A Life: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/get_a_life  Being John Malkovich: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/being_john_malkovich Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/eternal_sunshine_of_the_spotless_mind Antkind: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/546823/antkind-by-charlie-kaufman/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  5. 06/17/2025

    Classic Couch Watches, and Reads, from Franklin and Kate

    When cultural tastemakers get stuck inside what do they watch, read, or play? In this throwback episode that has since become a classic, Franklin and Kate talk to each other about the things they discovered or rediscovered during lockdown. From Animal Crossing and Sarah Cooper, to Ted Lasso and Michaela Coel's I May Destroy You, you'll have some new gems to add to your list. See the show notes for more details!  Questions? Comments? Criticism? Hit us up on social media at @theblcklst. This convo took place in 2020. Learn more about The Black List, visit ⁠www.blcklst.com.⁠ Mentions:  Animal Crossing: ⁠https://animal-crossing.com⁠ 40-Year-Old Version: ⁠https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/the_forty_year_old_version⁠ Radha Blank on The Black List Podcast: ⁠https://luminarypodcasts.com/listen/ninth-planet-audio-&-the-black-list/the-black-list-podcast/radha-blank/d6c5b3d7-5e87-4aa1-92d1-aabacbe918b8⁠ Inside Out by Demi Moore: ⁠https://www.harpercollins.com/products/inside-out-demi-moore?variant=32131129442338⁠ It by Stephen King: ⁠https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/830502.It⁠ Caste by Isabel Wilkerson: ⁠https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/653196/caste-oprahs-book-club-by-isabel-wilkerson/⁠ Sarah Cooper: ⁠https://sarahcpr.com⁠ Ted Lasso: ⁠https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/ted_lasso⁠ I May Destroy You: ⁠https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/i_may_destroy_you⁠ You Must Remember This Podcast: ⁠http://www.youmustrememberthispodcast.com⁠Karina Longworth on The Black List Podcast: ⁠https://luminarypodcasts.com/listen/ninth-planet-audio-&-the-black-list/the-black-list-podcast/karina-longworth/ccc9d152-7947-48dc-bab8-871300e0c72a⁠ . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  6. 06/10/2025

    Actor and Director Jay Ellis

    Actor and director Jay Ellis joins Kate and Franklin for some real talk. Jay opens up about starring in Top Gun: Maverick and how becoming a father has shifted his perspective on life and work. He also reflects on his iconic role as Lawrence in Insecure—including some truly wild fan encounters—and takes us behind the scenes of his directorial debut on the show. The trio covers career milestones, Mel Brooks, and the magic of storytelling. Plus, in one of the most unexpected turns, Jay shares how Spaceballs (yes, Spaceballs) first made him fall in love with acting. Questions? Comments? Criticism? Hit us up on social media at @theblcklst. This episode was originally published in 2020, behind a paywall. To learn more about The Black List, visit www.blcklst.com.  Mentions: +Insecure: https://www.hbo.com/insecure  +Top Gun: https://shadowandact.com/new-top-gun-maverick-trailer-shows-at-jay-ellis-in-tom-cruise-sequel  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  7. 06/04/2025

    Screenwriter and Playwright Jeremy O. Harris: Scrjpting High-Low Culture

    Jeremy O. Harris joins Kate and Franklin to talk about eliciting polarized audience reactions to Slave Play, describes his co-writing process with Janicza Bravo on Zola and talks about accessing the fascinating intersections of high and low culture, and so much more.  Questions? Comments? Criticism? Hit us up on social media at @theblcklst. This conversation took place in 2020. To learn more about The Black List, visit www.blcklst.com. Mentions:  +Slave Play: http://slaveplaybroadway.com +Zola: http://rottentomatoes.com/m/zola Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  8. 05/29/2025

    Writer Director Lee Isaac Chung (Minari)

    Academy award winning writer and director Lee Isaac Chung joins Kate and Franklin to talk about the trip to Rwanda that changed his filmmaking trajectory, his deep admiration for Charlie Chaplin and Wong Kar-wai, the making of his irresisitable Minari, and so much more.  Questions? Comments? Criticism? Hit us up on social media at @theblcklst. This conversation took place in 2020 To learn more about The Black List, visit ⁠www.blcklst.com.⁠ Mentions:  Minari: ⁠https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/minari⁠  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Black List founder Franklin Leonard talks movies with people who love them and people who make them. He and Black List Director of Community Kate Hagen speak with filmmakers, producers, and creators of all kinds, deep diving on movie watching rituals, sharing career highs, and revisiting highly regarded films from the Black List itself. Guests include: Spike Lee, Janelle Monae, Ed Helms, Lulu Wang, Jason Hehir, Rhada Blank, Bowen Yang, Katrina Longworth, Gabrielle Union, and many, many more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Channel
    Luminary
  • Creator
    Franklin Leonard | Luminary | Ninth Planet Audio
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    81
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Ninth Planet Audio
  • Show Website
    The Black List Podcast
  • Provider
    Luminary Media

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