32 episodes

Last to Leave is a film interview podcast hosted by Heather Elaine Abbott & Zoey Danielson. The show is all about giving a voice to a wide variety of collaborators in film & tv. Those last to leave set are not often the first to be interviewed and this show seeks to share their stories!

Last to Leave Zoey Danielson & Heather Elaine Abbott

    • TV & Film
    • 5.0 • 15 Ratings

Last to Leave is a film interview podcast hosted by Heather Elaine Abbott & Zoey Danielson. The show is all about giving a voice to a wide variety of collaborators in film & tv. Those last to leave set are not often the first to be interviewed and this show seeks to share their stories!

    The ‘Molli And Max In The Future’ Episode Featuring Michael Lukk Litwak & Joanna Naugle

    The ‘Molli And Max In The Future’ Episode Featuring Michael Lukk Litwak & Joanna Naugle

    Join your hosts, Heather Elaine Abbott & Zoey Danielson, as they chat with Michael Lukk Litwak & Joanna Naugle all about their new indie sci-fi rom-com feature, Molli And Max In The Future! In this episode, Zoey & Heather absolutely gush about their adoration for this delightful comedy with so much heart. As the Writer/Director/Producer on the film, Michael provides a delightful peek into the world of miniatures, visual effects, and grit that brought the film together. Returning to the show for her second time, Joanna offers eloquent insight into her approach to editing the film. 


    Molli And Max In The Future is out in theatres today! You simply have to go see it and support the hard work and creativity that makes the film soar. Find where it is showing near you here: https://www.michaellitwak.com/


    You can follow Michael at @michaellitwak on Instagram to keep up with his work. You can also follow @molliandmax on Instagram. There's so much behind the scenes content on both accounts, enjoy!
    A big thank you to Lee Walls (@Unapologetical.lee on Instagram and @Lee_FinalVer on Twitter) for our amazing Logo and to M.L. Abbott (@MLAbbottWrites on Twitter) for our theme song.


    You can keep up with all things Last to Leave here:
    @LastToLeavePodcast on Instagram


    Become parasocial friends with us:
    @Zoey_Nicole on Instagram
    @TheHAbbott on Instagram

    • 1 hr 4 min
    The Movies We Loved In 2023

    The Movies We Loved In 2023

    Join your hosts, Heather Elaine Abbott & Zoey Danielson, as they reminisce about what a great year it has been for CINEMA! In this episode, Zoey & Heather chat through their favorite films of the year from honorable mentions to top fives and get just a tad giddy about how much they love movies.

    CW: Brief Mention of CSA in regards to May December (2023)

    Films Discussed: You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle: Mutant Mayhem, Barbie, No Hard Feelings, Scream VI, Bottoms, Oppenheimer, Saltburn, Eileen, May December, Beau is Afraid, The Marvels, Renaissance: A Film By Beyoncé, Talk to Me, Genie, Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves, Waitress: The Musical, Anatomy of a Fall, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, and Past Lives. 

    2023 has been a great year for our little show & we cannot wait to see what 2024 brings! See you in the New Year, Film Nerds!


    A big thank you to Lee Walls (@Unapologetical.lee on Instagram and @Lee_FinalVer on Twitter) for our amazing Logo and to M.L. Abbott (@MLAbbottWrites on Twitter) for our theme song.


    You can keep up with all things Last to Leave here:
    @LastToLeavePodcast on Instagram


    Become parasocial friends with us:
    @Zoey_Nicole on Instagram
    @TheHAbbott on Instagram

    • 21 min
    S3E6 - Elise Brown - The One Where We Learn How To Set The Vibe

    S3E6 - Elise Brown - The One Where We Learn How To Set The Vibe

    Join your hosts, Heather Elaine Abbott & Zoey Danielson, as they chat with Elise Brown about her work as a Writer on the iconic show Yellowjackets! In this episode, Zoey & Heather get INTO all things writers room, rituals to get into your flow and how connections are everything... Except maybe when it comes to living in a cannibalistic wilderness with your teammates.

    We also talk more about how nothing is wasted, an official Last to Leave motto!
    A big thank you to Lee Walls (@Unapologetical.lee on Instagram and @Lee_FinalVer on Twitter) for our amazing Logo and to M.L. Abbott (@MLAbbottWrites on Twitter) for our theme song.


    You can keep up with all things Last to Leave here:
    @LastToLeavePodcast on Instagram


    Become parasocial friends with us:
    @Zoey_Nicole on Instagram
    @TheHAbbott on Instagram

    • 43 min
    S3E5 - Joanna Naugle - The One Where The Bear Strikes Back

    S3E5 - Joanna Naugle - The One Where The Bear Strikes Back

    Join your hosts, Heather Elaine Abbott & Zoey Danielson, as they chat with Joanna Naugle about her work as an Editor on The Bear! In this episode, Zoey & Heather dive deep into the editing bay with Joanna to learn all about how the iconic style of The Bear is created and how she conquers her fear of a blank sequence. They also uncover how one of the Star Wars sequels inspired the second season of Carmy Berzatto's journey.

    You can keep up with Joanna's work on her website!

    Also, how could we forget? Happy Thanksgiving, Film Nerds! May your holiday end without forks being thrown or cars driving into the house!


    A big thank you to Lee Walls (@Unapologetical.lee on Instagram and @Lee_FinalVer on Twitter) for our amazing Logo and to M.L. Abbott (@MLAbbottWrites on Twitter) for our theme song.


    You can keep up with all things Last to Leave here:
    @LastToLeavePodcast on Instagram


    Become parasocial friends with us:
    @Zoey_Nicole on Instagram
    @TheHAbbott on Instagram

    • 45 min
    S3E4 - Aaron McLisky - The One Where Zoey Got So Scared She Broke An AMC Chair

    S3E4 - Aaron McLisky - The One Where Zoey Got So Scared She Broke An AMC Chair

    Join your hosts, Heather Elaine Abbott & Zoey Danielson, as they chat with Aaron McLisky about his work as the Cinematographer on LTL Certified Favorite, Talk to Me (2023). In this episode, Zoey & Heather learn all about the fast-paced, collaborative process that was integral to creating this phenomenal film. Happy Halloween, Film Nerds!

    Content Warning: Horror Imagery, Discussions of Addiction, Discussions of Suicide

    You can keep up with Aaron's work on his Instagram at @aaronmclisky!


    A big thank you to Lee Walls (@Unapologetical.lee on Instagram and @Lee_FinalVer on Twitter) for our amazing Logo and to M.L. Abbott (@MLAbbottWrites on Twitter) for our theme song.


    You can keep up with all things Last to Leave here:
    @LastToLeavePodcast on Instagram


    Become parasocial friends with us:
    @Zoey_Nicole on Instagram
    @TheHAbbott on Instagram

    • 39 min
    S3E3 - Luci Leary - The One Where We Learn About Laser-Cut Tortillas

    S3E3 - Luci Leary - The One Where We Learn About Laser-Cut Tortillas

    Join your hosts, Heather Elaine Abbott & Zoey Danielson, as they chat with Luci Leary about her time as the Property Master on the iconic film, and Last to Leave favorite, The Menu. In this Episode, Zoey & Heather learn what it takes to print a photo on a tortilla, the fine line between Set Decoration and Props and the magic of an Alfonso Gomez-Rejon set.


    You can keep up with Luci's work on her IMDB.
    *This was recorded months ago at the beginning of the Writers Strike and is why there is no mention of the SAG-AFTRA strike.


    A big thank you to Lee Walls (@Unapologetical.lee on Instagram and @Lee_FinalVer on Twitter) for our amazing Logo and to M.L. Abbott (@MLAbbottWrites on Twitter) for our theme song.


    You can keep up with all things Last to Leave here:
    @LastToLeavePodcast on Instagram


    Become parasocial friends with us:
    @Zoey_Nicole on Instagram
    @TheHAbbott on Instagram

    • 40 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
15 Ratings

15 Ratings

TheHabbott ,

Insightful & Delightful

Between the main season interviews and movie deep dive bonus episodes, there’s a lot to love in this podcast.

Titans wrath ,

Binge worthy

Just plowed through all the episodes in one day. Love the insights but was delighted to find that I loved the movie history offered by the hosts even more.

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Can’t wait for the next episode!

Another amazing episode!! Fun and entertaining! I can’t wait for the next episode!

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