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Scott Pilgrim Vs the World
Edgar Wright
Brie Larson
Challengers
Spawn
Pavement
500 Days Of Summer
The Commitments
Metric
Walk Hard: the Dewey Cox Story
Trent Reznor
Beck
The Lost Boys
Columbus (2017)
Toronto Music Scene
Brian Lee O'malley
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Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping
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Nicole Barlow and Ryan Pak host Soundtrack Your Life, a podcast about the film and TV soundtracks that shape pop culture. Each episode features a guest who shares personal stories about a soundtrack that's meaningful to them. Ranging from the iconic best selling soundtracks of all time to cult favorites, they cover them all. Discover hidden gems, behind-the-scenes stories, hot debates, and deep di... more

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Earlier this year, Love Jones returned with the album, The Greatest Show on Earth, their first album since 2010, and Ben Daughtrey, Barry Thomas, and Jonathan Palmer discuss their journey to releasing the new album with Nicole Barlow and Ryan Pak on ... more

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Erin Marlow of It's a Fandom Thing and Jenn Owens of My Streaming Bubble are back to talk the soundtrack of The Bear, Season 4, with Nicole Barlow and Ryan Pak as we all wait for the much anticipated 5th and final season of The Bear.

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Anne Tong and Bryce Barsten of the Seattle via Chicago vs New York band Chinese American Bear join Ryan Pak to discuss their new album, Dim Sum and Then Some, which was released back on May 8, 2026. They discuss Anne and Bryce's favorite cities to ge... more

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Award winning music editor and composer, Micha Liberman, joins Ryan Pak to explain the role of a music editor on a production

on Soundtrack Your Life. They discuss the Emmy nominated episode "Sitzprobe" from Season 3 of Only Murders in the Building... more

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Recent Guests

Jonathan Palmer
Member of Love Jones, musician and vocalist
Love Jones
Episode: Swingers (1996) - The 90s Swing Revival Soundtrack Where Love Jones Contributed More Than A Song w/ Love Jones
Barry Thomas
Member of Love Jones, musician
Love Jones
Episode: Swingers (1996) - The 90s Swing Revival Soundtrack Where Love Jones Contributed More Than A Song w/ Love Jones
Ben Daughtrey
Member of Love Jones, musician
Love Jones
Episode: Swingers (1996) - The 90s Swing Revival Soundtrack Where Love Jones Contributed More Than A Song w/ Love Jones
Jenn Owen
Host of My Streaming Bubble
My Streaming Bubble
Episode: The Bear Season 4 (2025) - The Show's Soundtrack is Known for 90s Rock but Season 4 Tweaks the Formula w/ Erin Marlow and Jenn Owens
Anne Tong
Member of Chinese American Bear
Chinese American Bear
Episode: Chinese American Bear Discuss Their New Album and Explain Potato Europe vs Tomato Europe
Bryce Barsten
Member of Chinese American Bear
Chinese American Bear
Episode: Chinese American Bear Discuss Their New Album and Explain Potato Europe vs Tomato Europe
Micha Liberman
Composer and Emmy-winning music editor
Mind Meld Arts
Episode: Only Murders in the Building (2021 - Current) - Award Winning Music Editor Micha Liberman on His Emmy Nominated Episode & Other Stories from His Career
Nicole Alyse Nelson
Actress in Jane Austen's Period Drama (Oscar-nominated short)
Jane Austen's Period Drama
Episode: Jane Austen's Period Drama (2024) - The Soundtrack for the Oscar Nominated Short Film Blends a Chamber Pop Score with an End Credits Banger w/ Nicole Alyse Nelson
Chris Deville
Pop culture writer, Stereogum; author of Such Great Heights
Stereogum
Episode: Drive (2011) - The Soundtrack That's Too Cool To Listen To with Pop Culture Writer Chris Deville

Hosts

Ryan Pak
Host with partner Nicole Barlow, focused on film/TV soundtracks, interviewing guests about music's role in storytelling.
Nicole Barlow
Co-host with Ryan Pak, guiding discussions on soundtracks and guest insights across decades of film music.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 49 ratings
  • Great perspective

    This is a really cool angle for a film and TV podcast. Great guests with great insights every episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Poddy Boyz
    Australia2 years ago
  • Give it a listen movie fans!

    Fun show where soundtracks take the spotlight. The reasons the guests have for the soundtracks they’ve picked varies greatly and keeps it interesting, and Ryan is always a well informed host.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JayTrotter2
    United States3 years ago
  • What a great music podcast!!

    Ryan is such an amazing and engaging host! He really highlights everything you would want to know about the music and he has amazing guests! The latest episode What about David Byrne was so fun and I can’t wait to dive down the rabbit hole for more! Everyone needs this podcast in your life so you can find your soundtrack!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shoot the Flick
    United States3 years ago
  • Soundtrack Your Life!

    I love any reason to explore a movie in a new way and Soundtrack Your Life offers that. I listened to the Shrek episode and I really enjoyed how they broke down the first two movies. I completely agree with Ryan that Shrek is great!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dietrich From TSFTM
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Awesome Concept!

    A celebration of pop culture and physical media, with hosts who are passionate and knowledgeable, facilitating an engaging conversation. Love how this show offers a snapshot of a prior era of media consumption while also examining current cultural moments, a really deep dive into iconic movies/music highlighting personal connections. Really great listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DFree1213
    United States4 years ago

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Hosts are knowledgeable and engaging, making deep dives accessible.
Shows feel like a curated tour through iconic scores with personal stories.
Topical and nostalgic for film/music lovers, with strong guest insights.
Listeners praise the mix of industry detail and pop culture flair.

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Jane Austen's Period Drama (2024) - The Soundtrack for the Oscar Nominated Short Film Blends a Chamber Pop Score with an End Credits Banger w/ Nicole Alyse Nelson
Q: How did you approach working with a director who also stars in and writes the piece?
We trusted Julia and Steve to guide the process while contributing where we could; the role of the director-writer-actor required fluid collaboration to maintain balance and authenticity.
Jane Austen's Period Drama (2024) - The Soundtrack for the Oscar Nominated Short Film Blends a Chamber Pop Score with an End Credits Banger w/ Nicole Alyse Nelson
Q: What were your initial thoughts on joining this project?
I was surprised and thrilled that a Jane Austen satire about periods could reach the Oscars; it felt like a pleasant surprise at every step as the script and cast came together.
Godzilla (1998) - The Summer Blockbuster Soundtrack with the Rap Rock Hit with The Nostalgia Pit's Colin Casserd
Q: What song plays during your makeover montage?
Radiohead's I Might Be Wrong from Amnesiac, chosen for its triumphant yet slightly noir vibe that fits a post-training, rising-from-defeat moment.
Godzilla (1998) - The Summer Blockbuster Soundtrack with the Rap Rock Hit with The Nostalgia Pit's Colin Casserd
Q: What about your romantic scene?
He selected Kendrick Lamar featuring Zakari Love for a mature, adult relationship vibe with emotional complexity and explicit language.
Godzilla (1998) - The Summer Blockbuster Soundtrack with the Rap Rock Hit with The Nostalgia Pit's Colin Casserd
Q: If your life were a movie, what songs would soundtrack your action scene?
Colin chose Block Party's Like Eating Glass for an energetic, rising-action moment, emphasizing its build and energy to propel the scene.

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The show centers on film and TV soundtracks, exploring how music shapes scenes, mood, and storytelling. Conversations range from deep dives into iconic scores and needle-drops to behind-the-scenes production lore, with guests from composers, actors, writers, and music critics sharing personal connections to soundtracks and the craft of music in visual media. A standout element is the blend of technical insight, cultural context, and nostalgic nostalgia, plus occasional discussions on contemporary topics like AI's role in music production. The format consistently highlights practical takeaways for creators and fans, with lively banter and a clear passion for soundtracks that resonate beyond the screen.

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3. Ben Daughtrey
4. Jenn Owen
5. Anne Tong
6. Bryce Barsten
7. Micha Liberman
8. Nicole Alyse Nelson

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