Hellblazerbiz: Conversations with the Stars
Hellblazerbiz®Hellblazerbiz is where sharp conversation meets creative chaos. Each episode dives into the minds of actors, filmmakers, and cultural rule-breakers who are actually doing the thing—building careers, taking risks, and telling stories that stick.
Hosted with curiosity, humor, and zero fluff, Hellblazerbiz pulls back the curtain on the business behind the art: the breakthroughs, the near-misses, the ... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 244 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | After ShowsFilm InterviewsTV & Film | |||
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🎬 From a school drama club to the world of film and horror — Lucy Ryemill is just getting started!
What does it feel like to step onto your first professional film set, work alongside experienced actors, and overcome the fear that you might not bel... more
Welcome back to the channel! In this episode, Chris sits down with co-creator and star Larry Rickard (Robin & Humphrey) to chat all about taking the beloved BBC comedy Ghosts to the big screen in The Possession of Button House! 🎬✨
After wrapping Ser... more
In this episode, filmmaker Tom Michaels breaks down his wild journey to Tinseltown, why modern movies look so "sterile," and how 70s cinema holds the secret to bringing emotional, vibrant storytelling back to the big screen.
👇 WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN ... more
What actually makes a horror movie terrifying? 3-time Emmy-winning filmmaker Rich Varville (Area 1, Holly Weird Pictures) breaks down the craft of psychological terror, why he prefers suspense over cheap jump scares, and how he balances B-movie camp ... more
What does it take to play one of Netflix's most hated characters?
In this fascinating and often hilarious conversation, Anthony Crane joins Hellblazerbiz to take us behind the scenes of Outer Banks and his unforgettable role as Chandler Groff, JJ Ma... more
From Indonesian teenage superstar to international music icon… and now Reacher star! 🎬🔥
In this episode of Hellblazer Biz, I’m joined by the incredible Anggun to talk about her amazing journey from music to the screen and her exciting role as Amish... more
What does it take to go from working alongside legends like Martin Scorsese and Spike Lee to serving as a first responder on one of America’s darkest days?
In this powerful episode of Hellblazer Biz, we sit down with filmmaker and 30-year Teamster v... more
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In this episode, Cindy Mich shares her journey as a journalist, filmmaker, and advocate for independent arts. She discusses the evolution of journalism, the impact of AI on creative fields, and her efforts to highlight overlooked stories and... more
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- great interviews
good to hear some behind the scenes chit chat! Chris asks some great questions!
Apple Podcasts5Duck Sized Horses
United Kingdom9 years ago - A must listen for TV & film buffs!
Great laid back interviews with guests from the world of TV and film. Perfect for getting a look behind some of your favourites or getting recommendations for your next favourite thing! Definitely worth a download, maybe start with someone you're familair with and go from there!
Apple Podcasts5THFR92United Kingdom9 years ago - Amazing interview cast
These dudes are smashing these interviews and they make for fantastic insightful chats. Excellent work
Apple Podcasts5Haldon365FlicksUnited Kingdom9 years ago - Hella good
An amazing roster of guests and a host who engages with a friendly, laid back approach, make for compelling listening. Interesting, well informed and insightful, it's highly recommended and really addictive.
Apple Podcasts5Heavy Metal Horror CastUnited Kingdom9 years ago - excellent podcast
This show has some of the best guests, and the interviews are so interesting, Chris really gets the best out of his guests.
Thoroughly enjoyed the Dean Hagland episode. adding this to my weekly must-listen list.
Apple Podcasts5SoapyMadams
United States9 years ago - Great interviewer!
Chris's interview style is nice and relaxed, and creates a dialogue with his subjects that allows them to really open up. Definitely check this podcast out!
Apple Podcasts5JoBo15United Kingdom9 years ago - A great roster...
And a great show! Chris has a great rapport with his guests and I loved the personal touch of listener questions. A very cool format and I can't wait to see who he gets a hold of next!
Apple Podcasts5ogtpodUnited Kingdom9 years ago - Really good
Love this podcast it has great guests and interviews and the hosts knowledge is brilliant. Fun and informative and totally recommend
Apple Podcasts5Raptors RIPUnited Kingdom9 years ago - A fantastic interview podcast
If you're a huge pop culture fan, Hellblazerbiz is a fantastic podcast to subscribe to! Host Chris has interviewed a huge array of stellar TV, film and games guests - there's truly something for everyone! Chris builds a great rapport with his guests and in turn they open up with some great stories from set. A must listen!
Apple Podcasts5Nicola_hulkpodUnited Kingdom9 years ago - Top Interviews
Chris is totally amazing at being able to speak to such awesome guests and his muppet questions at the end killed me! Absolutely amazing! Keep it up!
Apple Podcasts5Film&TV RichUnited Kingdom9 years ago - Essential listening!
Chris (everyone's second favourite Hellblazer behind the legend JC himself) assembles great guests, and has wonderfully engaging chats with them about their work and their lives. The tone is relaxed and the result is really easy listening.
Apple Podcasts5@RobWadeVisionUnited Kingdom9 years ago - pulling back the curtain
The interviews on this podcast are fascinating and so insightful, it's a curtain being pulled back on the world on showbiz. The host is confident and makes the interviews more of a conversation than just a list of questions. This is a high recommend to anyone who likes knowing the inner workings of showbiz
Apple Podcasts5Bull316United Kingdom9 years ago - Great Stuff
If you like hearing what the people behind your favourite TV, moveis and games have to say then look no further. Chris gets great guests and creates a real rapport with his subjects; plus, you get to ask the questions you want answers to! What's not to like?!
Apple Podcasts5BenJonoUnited Kingdom9 years ago - Great interviews
This has amassed a truly impressive back catalogue of star interviews. It's clear that he is genuinely interested in the answers to his questions and using listener questions too is at great idea! Make you feel included in the interview.
Apple Podcasts5Davalina88United Kingdom9 years ago Intelligent, in-depth interview show featuring respected professionals from all areas of pop culture, from filmmakers to performers and more. The level of research and professionalism is staggering. A really insightful listen.
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Across multiple recent episodes, the show tends to center on behind-the-scenes storytelling in film and television, with deep dives into career trajectories, craft decisions, and industry realities. Guests range from filmmakers and actors to journalists and documentarians, often sharing practical lessons from budgets, set life, and independent projects, alongside personal resilience and mentorship. A standout angle is the mix of personal origin stories (from Brooklyn roots to ground-zero experiences) and the exploration of broader industry shifts, like independent media, festival culture, and the changing landscape of storytelling with technology and AI. The conversations strike a balance between candid career guidance and thoughtful reflec... more
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Recent guests on this podcast include:
1. Lucy Ryemill
2. Larry Rickard
3. Tom Michaels
4. Rich Varville
5. Anthony Crane
6. Paul Eliacin
7. Cindy Mich
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