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Escape Hatch (formerly Dune Pod)

Haitch Industries
Andor
Star Wars
Jaws
Hollywood
Nostalgia
Veep
House Of the Dragon
Shane Black
Dune
New York City
Cassian Andor
The Three Musketeers
Mon Mothma
Cold War
Coen Brothers
The Goonies
Charlie Kaufman
Christopher Walken
Dune Part Two
The French Connection

Your portal into cinematic pocket universes, fostering community far from the digital chaos. Join co-hosts Haitch and Jason as we welcome special guests and talk about their favorite movies. We love the genre films that inspired the creation of this show, but we talk about all kinds of movies. Just look at our episodes, choose your favorite movie, and dive right in!

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Latest Episodes

We landed a true dream guest, who we learned on the air was a MAJOR film nerd! We welcome the author of Biological War: A Scenario, Annie Jacobsen! She has spent her career reporting on exactly how the world ends, so who better to help us make sense ... more

It’s the return of New York Times columnist, the one and only Jamelle Bouie! One week out from the midterms, we check in on where Jamelle’s head is at, then put on the clear raincoat and go to work on Jason’s favorite Francis Ford Coppola, his 1974 p... more

It’s the return of former Deputy National Security Adviser and Pod Save the World co-host Ben Rhodes! Ben helps us make sense of the current unprecedented geopolitical events unfolding in the Middle East, Europe, and the United States, and then we ta... more

It’s the return of NY Times Bestselling author Dave Itzkoff! He’s firmly established his Escape Hatch beat as gritty New York City movies from the 70s and 80s, so this week he leaves the subway behind for the candlelit drawing rooms of 18th-century E... more

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Recent Guests

Annie Jacobsen
Author and investigative reporter who writes about national security and biological warfare
Episode: 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple (2026)
Jamelle Bouie
New York Times columnist and co-host of Unclear and Present Danger
The New York Times
Episode: The Conversation (1974)
Ben Rhodes
Former Deputy National Security Adviser, Pod Save the World co-host, and author.
Pod Save the World
Episode: Full Metal Jacket (1987)
Dave Itzkoff
New York Times culture writer, Kubrick expert
The New York Times
Episode: Barry Lyndon (1975)
Abu Zafar
Co-host of Gom Jabbar Podcast
Gom Jabbar / Lore Party
Episode: Dunkirk (2017)
Lorelei David
ILM/VFX editor and Lucasfilm veteran
ILM
Episode: The Lost Boys (1987)
Nico Anastassiou
Lucasfilm Animation veteran
Lucasfilm Animation
Episode: The Lost Boys (1987)
Meredith Borders
Scream Queen; author/editor mentioned as guest on the episode
Freelance, Fangoria contributor
Episode: The Fly (1986)
Stephen Scarlata
Director/Documentarian
Sharksploitation, Deep Blue Sea documentary
Episode: Deep Blue Sea (1999)

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Haitch
Host and producer
Jason
Co-host

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 511 ratings
  • Well that was fun

    Enjoyed the Dune era and wish the guys all the best, but just don’t share anyone’s taste who could miss the mark so terribly on Midnight Run. Gonna respectfully unfollow. Thanks for the good times.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    psullz
    United States7 months ago
  • Self serving

    Tuned in for ALL THAT JAZZ. Guys spent the whole time talking about how connected they are in the industry and how great they are. There’s 20% of the episode on the movie. Thought I would never write a bad podcast review but here we are MMM

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    kblck
    United Statesa year ago
  • Father, the sleeper has awakened

    My favorite film podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JimFromLima
    United Statesa year ago
  • Annoying people about Elon musk and defending legacy media while we came to listen about terminator 2 - just shut up lol !?? We are not here for this

    Podcast Addict
    1
    Teolefou
    2 years ago
  • ...since Dune Pod to Escape Hatch...never miss an episode. Informative, analytical and passionate. Jason and Haitch bring their interesting backgrounds and intelligent reads on film, current and political events. Oh...and varied casting choices for Tilda Swinton! Good times!

    Audible
    5
    alysa
    United States2 years ago

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Many value the detailed film analysis, production insights and fresh perspectives on older or less familiar movies.
A few reviews criticize episodes for spending too little time on the featured film or for research they consider incomplete.
Some listeners object to political commentary or cultural analysis, while others appreciate the willingness to address those subjects.
Listeners praise the hosts' likable, earnest banter and the relaxed feeling of a knowledgeable group of friends talking about movies.
Guests are often praised for bringing expertise and adding depth to discussions.

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The Conversation (1974)
Q: So what would you like to see the Democrats do in that instance?
Bouie recommends pursuing investigations, using hearings to focus public attention on issues such as prices and alleged wrongdoing, and using budget decisions to constrain and oversee the administration.
The Conversation (1974)
Q: So tell us, how are we going to do? Like, how are you feeling?
Bouie says he stops following polls and election data shortly before Election Day because early voting and other indicators can be misleading, and surprises are common.
28 Years Later: The Bone Temple (2026)
Q: Was COVID a lab leak?
Jacobsen declines to state a definitive conclusion, saying readers should decide for themselves and noting that her books have changed some readers' views about the possibility.
28 Years Later: The Bone Temple (2026)
Q: Where do we stand? Are we going to make it?
Jacobsen says the scenario is alarming, but emphasizes that it is a human-made problem that people must solve rather than an unavoidable catastrophe.
Full Metal Jacket (1987)
Q: Ben, what was your first experience?
Rhodes first watched Full Metal Jacket in his early twenties after working through Kubrick's films. He recalls being riveted and disturbed by the psychological breakdown of Private Pyle and struck by the film's sharply divided structure.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Escape Hatch

What is Escape Hatch about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Long-form conversations pair close readings of films with production history, cultural context, personal memories and lively tangents. Regular hosts Haitch and Jason are joined by filmmakers, film journalists, scholars, podcasters and other enthusiasts, whose expertise adds perspectives on subjects ranging from visual effects and genre filmmaking to literary adaptations and Hollywood history. The film choices span science fiction, horror, fantasy, war dramas, cult favorites and well-known classics, with a particular affinity for genre cinema and the broader journey that began with Dune coverage. Episodes balance detailed discussion of craft, performances and themes with relaxed banter, audience voicemails and occasional industry or current-... more

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1. Annie Jacobsen
2. Jamelle Bouie
3. Ben Rhodes
4. Dave Itzkoff
5. Abu Zafar
6. Lorelei David
7. Nico Anastassiou
8. Meredith Borders

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