The BIFA Podcast

British Independent Film Awards
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Welcome to the BIFA Podcast, supported by Kia. Every Wednesday, hosts Joy Hunter and Karis Aldridge will be talking to a new guest from the world of independent film about their journey into the industry, their most inspiring cinema-going experiences, and what makes independent film so special. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Emily Watson on Hamnet, Breaking the Waves, and receiving the Richard Harris Award

    NOV 26

    Emily Watson on Hamnet, Breaking the Waves, and receiving the Richard Harris Award

    BIFA's 2025 Richard Harris Award recipient Emily Watson shares her journey into film and most inspiring cinema going moments on the all new BIFA Podcast, supported by Kia. Listen to the Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts and watch the filmed version on the BIFA Youtube channel. FOLLOW BIFA ON SOCIAL Instagram - @BIFA_film TikTok - @BIFA_film X - @BIFA_film ABOUT THE BIFA PODCAST SUPPORTED BY KIA Each week hosts Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter chat to a new guest from the world of independent film about their journey into the industry, their most inspiring cinema going experiences, and what makes independent cinema so special. ABOUT BIFA The British Independent Film Awards celebrate, promote and support the best of British independent filmmaking. Since 1998, BIFA has discovered and championed bold, original stories and the talent behind them – from Florence Pugh and John Boyega to Steve McQueen and Lynne Ramsay. BIFA’s annual awards spotlight the year’s most outstanding films and filmmakers, and their work year-round connects diverse stories to diverse audiences, with a focus on young film lovers. BIFA is at the heart of the British film industry, and they respond to its changing needs, from EDI training to promoting fair practice, building towards a sustainable, inclusive future for British independent film. Find out more at www.bifa.film — CREDITS The BIFA Podcast is supported by Kia. Hosted by Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter Produced by Daniel Audritt, Kat Butterfield and Joy Hunter Assistant Producer: Bruno Atkinson Production company: Audacious Productions DOP: Louis Hudd & Jude O'Connor Audio Engineers: Nathan Cooper and James Gibbons McGregor Recorded at Fiction Studios Special thanks to the BIFA team Music: “Make It Happen” Performed by Laura Welsh Written by Jimmy James and Laura Welsh Licensed courtesy of Nothing Standard/Screenwrk Published by Universal Music Publishing Ltd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    53 min
  2. Rose Byrne talks Bridesmaids, If I Had Legs I'd Kick You, and working with Heath Ledger

    NOV 19

    Rose Byrne talks Bridesmaids, If I Had Legs I'd Kick You, and working with Heath Ledger

    Rose Byrne shares her journey into film and most inspiring cinema going moments on the all new BIFA Podcast, supported by Kia. Listen to the Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts and watch the filmed version on the BIFA Youtube channel. FOLLOW BIFA ON SOCIAL Instagram - @BIFA_film TikTok - @BIFA_film X - @BIFA_film ABOUT THE BIFA PODCAST SUPPORTED BY KIA Each week hosts Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter chat to a new guest from the world of independent film about their journey into the industry, their most inspiring cinema going experiences, and what makes independent cinema so special. ABOUT BIFA The British Independent Film Awards celebrate, promote and support the best of British independent filmmaking. Since 1998, BIFA has discovered and championed bold, original stories and the talent behind them – from Florence Pugh and John Boyega to Steve McQueen and Lynne Ramsay. BIFA’s annual awards spotlight the year’s most outstanding films and filmmakers, and their work year-round connects diverse stories to diverse audiences, with a focus on young film lovers. BIFA is at the heart of the British film industry, and they respond to its changing needs, from EDI training to promoting fair practice, building towards a sustainable, inclusive future for British independent film. Find out more at www.bifa.film — CREDITS The BIFA Podcast is supported by Kia. Hosted by Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter Produced by Daniel Audritt, Kat Butterfield and Joy Hunter Assistant Producer: Bruno Atkinson Production company: Audacious Productions DOP: Louis Hudd & Jude O'Connor Audio Engineers: Nathan Cooper and James Gibbons McGregor Recorded at Fiction Studios Special thanks to the BIFA team Music: “Make It Happen” Performed by Laura Welsh Written by Jimmy James and Laura Welsh Licensed courtesy of Nothing Standard/Screenwrk Published by Universal Music Publishing Ltd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    45 min
  3. Ashley Walters talks Adolescence, Top Boy and The Goonies

    NOV 12

    Ashley Walters talks Adolescence, Top Boy and The Goonies

    Ashley Walters shares his journey into film and most inspiring cinema going moments on the all new BIFA Podcast, supported by Kia. Listen to the Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts and watch the filmed version on the BIFA Youtube channel. FOLLOW BIFA ON SOCIAL Instagram - @BIFA_film TikTok - @BIFA_film X - @BIFA_film ABOUT THE BIFA PODCAST SUPPORTED BY KIA Each week hosts Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter chat to a new guest from the world of independent film about their journey into the industry, their most inspiring cinema going experiences, and what makes independent cinema so special. ABOUT BIFA The British Independent Film Awards celebrate, promote and support the best of British independent filmmaking. Since 1998, BIFA has discovered and championed bold, original stories and the talent behind them – from Florence Pugh and John Boyega to Steve McQueen and Lynne Ramsay. BIFA’s annual awards spotlight the year’s most outstanding films and filmmakers, and their work year-round connects diverse stories to diverse audiences, with a focus on young film lovers. BIFA is at the heart of the British film industry, and they respond to its changing needs, from EDI training to promoting fair practice, building towards a sustainable, inclusive future for British independent film. Find out more at www.bifa.film — CREDITS The BIFA Podcast is supported by Kia. Hosted by Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter Produced by Daniel Audritt, Kat Butterfield and Joy Hunter Assistant Producer: Bruno Atkinson Production company: Audacious Productions DOP: Louis Hudd & Jude O'Connor Audio Engineers: Nathan Cooper and James Gibbons McGregor Recorded at Fiction Studios Special thanks to the BIFA team Music: “Make It Happen” Performed by Laura Welsh Written by Jimmy James and Laura Welsh Licensed courtesy of Nothing Standard/Screenwrk Published by Universal Music Publishing Ltd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    50 min
  4. Imogen Poots talks Hedda, All of You, and working with Kristen Stewart

    NOV 5

    Imogen Poots talks Hedda, All of You, and working with Kristen Stewart

    Imogen Poots shares her journey into film and most inspiring cinema going moments on the all new BIFA Podcast, supported by Kia. Listen to the Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts and watch the filmed version on the BIFA Youtube channel. FOLLOW BIFA ON SOCIAL Instagram - @BIFA_film TikTok - @BIFA_film X - @BIFA_film ABOUT THE BIFA PODCAST SUPPORTED BY KIA Each week hosts Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter chat to a new guest from the world of independent film about their journey into the industry, their most inspiring cinema going experiences, and what makes independent cinema so special. ABOUT BIFA The British Independent Film Awards celebrate, promote and support the best of British independent filmmaking. Since 1998, BIFA has discovered and championed bold, original stories and the talent behind them – from Florence Pugh and John Boyega to Steve McQueen and Lynne Ramsay. BIFA’s annual awards spotlight the year’s most outstanding films and filmmakers, and their work year-round connects diverse stories to diverse audiences, with a focus on young film lovers. BIFA is at the heart of the British film industry, and they respond to its changing needs, from EDI training to promoting fair practice, building towards a sustainable, inclusive future for British independent film. Find out more at www.bifa.film — CREDITS The BIFA Podcast is supported by Kia. Hosted by Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter Produced by Daniel Audritt, Kat Butterfield and Joy Hunter Assistant Producer: Bruno Atkinson Production company: Audacious Productions DOP: Louis Hudd & Jude O'Connor Audio Engineers: Nathan Cooper and James Gibbons McGregor Recorded at Fiction Studios Special thanks to the BIFA team Music: “Make It Happen” Performed by Laura Welsh Written by Jimmy James and Laura Welsh Licensed courtesy of Nothing Standard/Screenwrk Published by Universal Music Publishing Ltd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    53 min
  5. Letitia Wright on Marvel, Lynne Ramsay and what Chadwick Boseman taught her about legacy on screen

    OCT 30

    Letitia Wright on Marvel, Lynne Ramsay and what Chadwick Boseman taught her about legacy on screen

    Letitia Wright shares her journey into film and most inspiring cinema going moments on the all new BIFA Podcast, supported by Kia. Listen to the Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts and watch the filmed version on the BIFA Youtube channel. FOLLOW BIFA ON SOCIAL Instagram - @BIFA_film TikTok - @BIFA_film X - @BIFA_film ABOUT THE BIFA PODCAST SUPPORTED BY KIA Each week hosts Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter chat to a new guest from the world of independent film about their journey into the industry, their most inspiring cinema going experiences, and what makes independent cinema so special. ABOUT BIFA The British Independent Film Awards celebrate, promote and support the best of British independent filmmaking. Since 1998, BIFA has discovered and championed bold, original stories and the talent behind them – from Florence Pugh and John Boyega to Steve McQueen and Lynne Ramsay. BIFA’s annual awards spotlight the year’s most outstanding films and filmmakers, and their work year-round connects diverse stories to diverse audiences, with a focus on young film lovers. BIFA is at the heart of the British film industry, and they respond to its changing needs, from EDI training to promoting fair practice, building towards a sustainable, inclusive future for British independent film. Find out more at www.bifa.film — CREDITS The BIFA Podcast is supported by Kia. Hosted by Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter Produced by Daniel Audritt, Kat Butterfield and Joy Hunter Assistant Producer: Bruno Atkinson Production company: Audacious Productions DOP: Louis Hudd & Jude O'Connor Audio Engineers: Nathan Cooper and James Gibbons McGregor Recorded at Fiction Studios Special thanks to the BIFA team Music: “Make It Happen” Performed by Laura Welsh Written by Jimmy James and Laura Welsh Licensed courtesy of Nothing Standard/Screenwrk Published by Universal Music Publishing Ltd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    48 min
  6. Ṣọpẹ́ Dìrísù talks Gangs of London, My Father’s Shadow, and his love of Space Jam

    OCT 22

    Ṣọpẹ́ Dìrísù talks Gangs of London, My Father’s Shadow, and his love of Space Jam

    Ṣọpẹ́ Dìrísù shares his journey into film and most inspiring cinema going moments on the all new BIFA Podcast, supported by Kia. Listen to the Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts and watch the filmed version on the BIFA Youtube channel. FOLLOW BIFA ON SOCIAL Instagram - @BIFA_film TikTok - @BIFA_film X - @BIFA_film ABOUT THE BIFA PODCAST SUPPORTED BY KIA Each week hosts Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter chat to a new guest from the world of independent film about their journey into the industry, their most inspiring cinema going experiences, and what makes independent cinema so special. ABOUT BIFA The British Independent Film Awards celebrate, promote and support the best of British independent filmmaking. Since 1998, BIFA has discovered and championed bold, original stories and the talent behind them – from Florence Pugh and John Boyega to Steve McQueen and Lynne Ramsay. BIFA’s annual awards spotlight the year’s most outstanding films and filmmakers, and their work year-round connects diverse stories to diverse audiences, with a focus on young film lovers. BIFA is at the heart of the British film industry, and they respond to its changing needs, from EDI training to promoting fair practice, building towards a sustainable, inclusive future for British independent film. Find out more at www.bifa.film — CREDITS The BIFA Podcast is supported by Kia. Hosted by Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter Produced by Daniel Audritt, Kat Butterfield and Joy Hunter Assistant Producer: Bruno Atkinson Production company: Audacious Productions DOP: Jude O'Connor Audio Engineers: Nathan Cooper and James Gibbons McGregor Recorded at Fiction Studios Special thanks to the BIFA team Music: “Make It Happen” Performed by Laura Welsh Written by Jimmy James and Laura Welsh Licensed courtesy of Nothing Standard/Screenwrk Published by Universal Music Publishing Ltd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    54 min
  7. Nick Mohammed on Jurassic Park, David Schwimmer, and the 'diverse' pot of money in commissioning

    OCT 15

    Nick Mohammed on Jurassic Park, David Schwimmer, and the 'diverse' pot of money in commissioning

    Nick Mohammed shares his journey into film and most inspiring cinema going moments on the all new BIFA Podcast, supported by Kia. Listen to the Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts and watch the filmed version on the BIFA Youtube channel. FOLLOW BIFA ON SOCIAL Instagram - @BIFA_film TikTok - @BIFA_film X - @BIFA_film ABOUT THE BIFA PODCAST SUPPORTED BY KIA Each week hosts Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter chat to a new guest from the world of independent film about their journey into the industry, their most inspiring cinema going experiences, and what makes independent cinema so special. ABOUT BIFA The British Independent Film Awards celebrate, promote and support the best of British independent filmmaking. Since 1998, BIFA has discovered and championed bold, original stories and the talent behind them – from Florence Pugh and John Boyega to Steve McQueen and Lynne Ramsay. BIFA’s annual awards spotlight the year’s most outstanding films and filmmakers, and their work year-round connects diverse stories to diverse audiences, with a focus on young film lovers. BIFA is at the heart of the British film industry, and they respond to its changing needs, from EDI training to promoting fair practice, building towards a sustainable, inclusive future for British independent film. Find out more at www.bifa.film — CREDITS The BIFA Podcast is supported by Kia. Hosted by Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter Produced by Daniel Audritt, Kat Butterfield and Joy Hunter Assistant Producer: Bruno Atkinson Production company: Audacious Productions DOP: Louis Hudd & Jude O'Connor Audio Engineers: Nathan Cooper and James Gibbons McGregor Recorded at Fiction Studios Special thanks to the BIFA team Music: “Make It Happen” Performed by Laura Welsh Written by Jimmy James and Laura Welsh Licensed courtesy of Nothing Standard/Screenwrk Published by Universal Music Publishing Ltd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    49 min
  8. REWIND: British Indie Film Club with Nida Manzoor

    OCT 8

    REWIND: British Indie Film Club with Nida Manzoor

    For this week’s podcast, we’ve hit rewind to bring you a standout episode from British Indie Film Club, our limited podcast series made in partnership Truth & Movies. In this episode, Karis Aldridge chats to acclaimed writer/director Nida Manzoor (We Are Lady Parts, Polite Society) discusses how she found her footing in the industry, and why she’s always had a soft spot for Billy Elliot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    18 min
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Welcome to the BIFA Podcast, supported by Kia. Every Wednesday, hosts Joy Hunter and Karis Aldridge will be talking to a new guest from the world of independent film about their journey into the industry, their most inspiring cinema-going experiences, and what makes independent film so special. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    British Independent Film Awards
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    48
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © British Independent Film Awards
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    The BIFA Podcast

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