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THE FIXATE & BINGE PODCAST, with Host, Joe Curdy: Deep dives into cinema and storytelling with voices who create it

Joe Curdy
Band On the Run
I Really Love My Husband
The Misadventures Of Vince and Hick
Horror
South By Southwest
Weapons
Independent Film
Mother Of Flies
Kangaroo Island
Gunfighter Paradise
Matador Bolero
Louder Than Guns
Project Hail Mary
Just Sing
Trust (2022 Film)
Police Academy 2: Their First Assignment
Wicker Park
Detroit
Hell Bent On Boogie
Marriage and Relationships

Welcome to The Fixate & Binge Podcast, where host Joe Curdy dives deep into the world of film and television — exploring the stories that move us and the creators who bring them to life.

Each week, Joe sits down with filmmakers, writers, actors, and producers from around the globe to unpack the art, craft, and cultural impact of movies and TV. From indie gems to major releases, every conversation... more

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Twenty-five years after its release, GYPSY 83 has become something rare in independent cinema: a film that grew more meaningful with time.

On this special episode of The Fixate & Binge Podcast, I am joined by writer/director Todd S... more

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Writer-director Lauren Meyering and breakout star Lillian Carrier join The Fixate & Binge Podcast to discuss one of 2025's most heartfelt independent films, HORSEGIRLS, which debuted at New York's 2025 Tribeca Film Festival. 

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As we reach the halfway point of 2026, it's the perfect time to look back at the movies and television shows that have made the biggest impact so far this year.

In this special solo episode, Joe Curdy shares his favorite films and ... more

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In Part 2 of our special WATCHING THE SKIES series, what began as a continuation of our exploration of cinema's fascination with UFOs and UAPs takes an unexpected turn when award-winning filmmaker Vito Trupiano (HELLBENT ON BOOGIE) ... more

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Lilian T. Mehrel
Writer and director of Honeydune
Honeydune (Film)
Episode: HOW DO YOU HEAL AFTER LOSS? | HONEYJOON Writer & Director Lilian T. Mehrel on Grief, Love & Finding Joy Again
Jonathan Rosato
Writer and director of Matador Bolero
Matador Bolero (film)
Episode: The Forgotten Grindhouse Fever Dream of MATADOR BOLERO | Jonathan Rosado Interview
Doug Pray
Director of Louder Than Guns
Episode: LOUDER THAN GUNS: Director Doug Pray on Music, Dialogue, and America's Gun Divide
Timothy David
Director of Kangaroo Island
Kangaroo Island (film)
Episode: Lost Luggage, Family Baggage, and KANGAROO ISLAND with Screenwriter Sally Gifford & Director Timothy David
Sally Gifford
Screenwriter of Kangaroo Island
Kangaroo Island (film)
Episode: Lost Luggage, Family Baggage, and KANGAROO ISLAND with Screenwriter Sally Gifford & Director Timothy David
Angelique Molina
LA-based documentarian and co-director of Just Sing
Just Sing film
Episode: The A Cappella Documentary Everyone’s Talking About — JUST SING (with Its Creators)
Abie Troan
Co-director, cinematographer, and storyteller for Just Sing
Just Sing film
Episode: The A Cappella Documentary Everyone’s Talking About — JUST SING (with Its Creators)
Jared Klavin
Former co-host and co-creator returning for a reunion
Episode: He’s Back: Co-Creator and former co-host Jared Clavin Returns for a Binge- Worthy Podcast Reunion!
Sam Troughton
Actor with a career spanning stage and screen
Actor
Episode: 🎙️Working With David Fincher & Ridley Scott: Sam Troughton Tells All | Ep. 200

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Joe Curdy
Host of The Fixate & Binge Podcast

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
  • A must follow!

    Joe Curdy has excellent knowledge in Movie “scene” , you love his insight!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    therunninute
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fantastic show

    Great, honest reviews of classics and new films alike, always a joy to listen to

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ufcufc
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • A must follow!

    These dudes are great I love the knowledge, and depth of conversation Jared and Joe have!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    therunninute
    United States3 years ago
  • Quirky and Dead On

    Found these two guys recently and have really enjoyed their reviews. I like the banter and they seem dead-on in their reviews. I’ll stick around for lots more. I may not always identify with the topics, but I still listen to everyone because how they interact with each other and talk is so entertaining!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marrwood
    United States3 years ago
  • Amazing vibes

    A great podcast to listen to on a long drive!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dhzjdbdu
    United States4 years ago

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High regard for the hosts' honesty and chemistry; approachable yet insightful.
Quality guest mix and genuine enthusiasm for cinema keeps audiences coming back.
Banter and depth: the hosts balance knowledge with entertaining conversations.
Listeners appreciate thoughtful, spoiler-free insights and film recommendations.

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Everything, Everywhere, All at Once... Except a Day Off: Jennifer Levinson's Hollywood Journey
Q: What advice would you give to someone starting out in film/TV?
Start with student films to build a reel, beware predatory pay-to-play practices, and focus on projects that allow you to demonstrate value without getting exploited by non-union work.
Everything, Everywhere, All at Once... Except a Day Off: Jennifer Levinson's Hollywood Journey
Q: What is the best acting advice you have ever received?
Get your heart broken to access a broader emotional spectrum, which she explains unlocks deeper, lived-in performances beyond basic technique.
Everything, Everywhere, All at Once... Except a Day Off: Jennifer Levinson's Hollywood Journey
Q: What is the weirdest audition location or moment you've had?
She recalls misaddressed auditions landing her in a diner with other actors, and a college improv audition that featured Wayne Brady in the callback, which she describes as both starstruck and memorable.
Everything, Everywhere, All at Once... Except a Day Off: Jennifer Levinson's Hollywood Journey
Q: But what would be your dream role right now?
Levinson expresses interest in ensemble, physically demanding roles and mentions Squid Game as an aspirational doorway to high-energy, multi-character storytelling, while highlighting a desire for projects that mix true crime elements with dynamic casting.
HOW DO YOU HEAL AFTER LOSS? | HONEYJOON Writer & Director Lilian T. Mehrel on Grief, Love & Finding Joy Again
Q: What was it like working with your core cast for Honeydune?
Mehrel describes the casting process as magical, valuing performers who can hold humor and emotion, and explaining that actors brought authentic emotional beats that helped the film feel true and alive.

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"A thoughtful deep-dive show that centers on cinema and storytelling, with conversations that unpack craft, process, and cultural impact. Episodes feature intimate interviews with filmmakers, writers, and performers, plus host-led analyses of current and classic films and series. The tone blends rigorous analysis with approachable banter, making niche topics accessible to both cinephiles and casual viewers. A standout is the mix of indie, documentary, and major-release conversations, often exploring creative constraints, collaboration, and the storyteller's perspective.

The show often shines when guests discuss independent projects, filmmaking challenges, and the intersection of art and audience interpretation, freq... more

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