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Happy Sad Confused

Josh Horowitz
Fast and Furious: Tokyo Drift
Masters Of the Air
Hollywood
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Justin Lin
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John Wick: Chapter 4
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World War II
Cultural Representation
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Band Of Brothers
The Pacific
Eileen
Percy Jackson
Slow Horses
The Beekeeper
The Hunger Games

On Happy Sad Confused, Josh Horowitz gets nerdy and intimate with the biggest movie stars and filmmakers on the planet. Each and every week, you’ll hear in-depth, career-spanning conversations with everyone from Samuel L. Jackson and Scarlett Johansson to Christopher Nolan and Quentin Tarantino. If you’ve ever wanted to know what it was like to get casual with A-listers like Tom Hiddleston or Kris... more

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Latest Episodes

They're two of the greats of their generation so it's no surprise that when they come together something special emerges, namely Chloe Zhao's HAMNET. Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal return to the podcast to talk about their very emotional film, how th... more

Winona Ryder is back! On this 4th visit to the podcast, she chats with Josh about the end of STRANGER THINGS, watching BRAM STOKER'S DRACULA this past Halloween and her favorite lines from HEATHERS.

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Walker Scobell 12/19 in NYC -- ⁠⁠... more

From GEORGE OF THE JUNGLE and THE MUMMY to THE WHALE, Brendan Fraser has been making audiences laugh and gasp and cry for over 30 years. The soft spoken Oscar winner joins Josh at the 92nd Street Y for a live chat about his entire career up to and in... more

The only thing Edgar Wright does as well as directing movies is talking about them. Thankfully he's got a new movie out (THE RUNNING MAN) AND he's back on Happy Sad Confused (for the 5th time!) to chat about everything from his favorite Brian De Palm... more

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Recent Guests

Catherine Heigl
World famous actress and passionate animal advocate
Episode: Martin Sheen
Aziz Ansari
Actor, director, and writer, known for his work in comedy and film.
Episode: Aziz Ansari
Sigourney Weaver
Iconic actress known for her leading roles in the Alien franchise and many other significant films
Episode: Sigourney Weaver
Veronica Cartwright
Actress known for her role in the Alien franchise and other iconic films
Episode: Sigourney Weaver
Rose Byrne
Acclaimed actress known for her versatility in both comedies and dramas, starring in "Bridesmaids," "Neighbors," and her new film "If I Had Legs, I'd Kick You."
Episode: Rose Bryne
Sean Bean
An acclaimed actor known for roles in 'The Lord of the Rings' and 'Game of Thrones.'
Episode: Sean Bean
Harris Dickinson
Rising actor and filmmaker known for his new film Urchin
Episode: Harris Dickinson
Jason Bateman
Actor, filmmaker, and podcaster known for roles in 'Arrested Development', 'Ozark', and hosting 'Smartless'.
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Episode: Jason Bateman
David Jonsson
Emerging British actor involved in Wasteman
Episode: Cillian Murphy, Vol. IV (plus David Jonsson & Tom Blyth)

Host

Josh Horowitz
Host of Happy Sad Confused, known for engaging interviews with leading film and television stars, blending humor with insightful discussions about their careers.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 3.4k ratings
  • Josh Is great!

    I really like how Josh asks all the right questions, With the greatest guests!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RundownCard
    United States4 months ago
  • Too many men

    I use to live this podcast but what’s up with the ratio of men to women interviewed?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Drumheyoka
    United States6 months ago
  • NepoPod

    This guy is an awful interviewer. Just a famous guy talking to his famous friends. For the plebs.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    YupOkay
    United States7 months ago
  • This podcast is helping deal with hard times

    I always loved actor’s interview (I was a big fan of inside the actor’s studio). I recently discover this podcast and felt in love with it. Having lost my only child recently in a motorcycle accident I cannot listen to music which brings back heartful memories. This podcast is now my go to listening everywhere. I even started listening to the old interviews and found myself smiling. I’m from Montreal and hearing Daniel Radcliffe talked about his love for poutine made me laught. With a lot of act... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Grieving mom :(
    Canada10 months ago
  • Best Hollywood/industry pod out

    I love this podcast and the insight into the industry and behind the scenes with such a broad range of celebrities. Many of whom don’t really do these kind of interview interviews nor are they ever as enthused as they are when they’re talking to Josh. Master class in interviewing. My one and only gripe is that it is the quietest podcast. The Audio quality isn’t that great so much so that I can only listen at home because if I’m out for a walk, or around any noise at all, it’s almost impossible t... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    FL!P FLOP
    Australiaa year ago

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Some feedback highlights the imbalance in guest diversity, particularly regarding gender representation among prominent guests.
Critics point to audio quality as a frequently mentioned issue, detracting from the overall listening experience, despite the high caliber of guests.
Listeners praise the authentic and engaging style of interviews conducted by the host, resonating with audiences eager for behind-the-scenes insights.
Overall, audiences express a love for the unique blend of humor, personal anecdotes, and relevant industry discussions, creating a significant following.

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Brendan Fraser
Q: Are Philip's struggles as an actor relatable to you?
Fraser shares a past experience as a mascot for a storage facility, feeling the pressure of trying to engage people and the struggles that came with that early job, reflecting on how universal the theme of struggle in acting is.
Edgar Wright, Vol. V
Q: Give me a sense of your coping mechanisms, your attitude about opening weekends at this point, because you've had big successes, you've had disappointments, all filmmakers. Where are you at in terms of how you get through an opening weekend?
I think if you're smart, maybe don't read the Internet the weekend it comes out.
Jacob Elordi
Q: Is there anything that you subscribe to in terms of rules you live by?
Jacob mentions he doesn't subscribe to strict rules, viewing his career as a journey of exploration and growth in cinema, instead of a formulaic approach.
Jacob Elordi
Q: Were you immediately defensive, protective of Nate when the film, when the show came out and the reactions were?
Jacob expresses excitement that his character elicited strong reactions, stating that it's a compliment and indicates he made an impact.
Jeremy Allen White
Q: Okay. Before we get into Springsteen, you've been on the list for a while. I've been chasing you. So thank you for finally succumbing to my requests.
Oh my gosh. Yeah. I'm happy to be here. I've listened to the show. I really like it.

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Engaging in intimate conversations with filmmakers and stars, the content foregrounds deep discussions around their careers, personal anecdotes, and candid insights into the film industry. The host excels at creating a relaxed atmosphere, allowing guests to share meaningful stories and experiences while exploring the creative processes behind their notable works. Key topics in recent episodes include the evolution of cinematic storytelling, personal challenges faced by actors, and reflections on significant career milestones. Notably, the podcast stands out for its blend of humor and heartfelt moments, appealing to fans of arts and entertainment who appreciate deeper dives into the lives of their favorite celebrities.

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Happy Sad Confused launched 12 years ago and published 681 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Happy Sad Confused include:

1. Catherine Heigl
2. Aziz Ansari
3. Sigourney Weaver
4. Veronica Cartwright
5. Rose Byrne
6. Sean Bean
7. Harris Dickinson
8. Jason Bateman

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