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Soundtracking with Edith Bowman

Edith Bowman
Music
Netflix
Music Composition
Film Music
Wicked
Film Scoring
Music In Film
28 Years Later
Mission Impossible: the Final Reckoning
Steve
World War II
Sound Design
Jazz
Timothée Chalamet
Soundtrack
Alexandre Desplat
Kate Winslet
Hans Zimmer
Vocal Coaching
Cynthia Erivo

In a unique weekly podcast, Edith Bowman sits down with a variety of film directors, actors, producers and composers to talk about the music that inspired them and how they use music in their films, from their current release to key moments in their career. The music chosen by our guests is woven into the interview and used alongside clips from their films.

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Latest Episodes

It's a welcome return to Soundtracking for composer Michael Giacchino, who joins us to discuss his work on Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Starring Tom Holland & Zendaya, it sees Spidey fighting a telepathic threat while coping with the stresses of protec... more

Our latest guest on Soundtracking is the precociously talented actor, Noah Jupe, who joins us to discuss his latest starring role in British drama, & Sons. Also starring Bill Nighy, Imelda Staunton, George Mackay, Jonny Flynn and Dominic West, it & S... more

Our latest guests on Soundtracking are director George Jaques and actor Neil Patrick Harris, who joined Edith at our Soundtracking Film Club in partnership with Range Rover at Everyman Whiteley's to discuss coming-of-age comedy drama, Sunny Dancer. S... more

It's bonus time here on Soundtracking, as writer director Samuel Abrahams joins us to discuss his brilliant debut feature, Lady Starring Sian Clifford, Lady tells the story of a member of the British aristocracy who hires a camera crew to film her li... more

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Recent Guests

Michael Giacchino
Composer, renowned for Spider-Man: Brand New Day and other scores
Film Composer
Episode: 624: Michael Giacchino On The Music Of Spider-Man: Brand New Day & Other Projects
Noah Jupe
Actor known for And Sons, Honey Boy, and Quiet Place
Actor
Episode: 623: Noah Jupe talks & Sons plus more
George Jaques
Director of Sunny Dancer
Sunny Dancer film
Episode: 622: George Jaques & Neil Patrick Harris On Sunny Dancer (Live At Soundtracking Film Club)
Neil Patrick Harris
Actor supporting Sunny Dancer
Sunny Dancer
Episode: 622: George Jaques & Neil Patrick Harris On Sunny Dancer (Live At Soundtracking Film Club)
Samuel Abrahams
Writer-director of Lady
Lady (film)
Episode: 621: Samuel Abrahams On The Music Of Lady
Vicky Krieps
Actress known for Love Me Tender and other works
Episode: 620: Actor Vicky Krieps On The Importance Of Music In Her Work
Isabella Summers
Founding member of Florence and the Machine; TV/film composer
Florence and the Machine
Episode: 618: Isabella Summers On The Music Of Lucky & Her Career
Christopher Nolan
Filmmaker (Director)
Syncopy
Episode: 617: Christopher Nolan On The Music Of The Odyssey
Rafe Spall
Actor in Trying
Apple TV/Trying
Episode: 616: Rafe Spall & Orla Gartland On The Music Of Trying

Host

Edith Bowman
Host of Soundtracking, a long-running interview series centered on music in film and television.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • I love this podcast

    I am obsessed with beautiful compositional scores in films so imagine my delight to discover this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    spinxoadelaide
    Australia7 months ago
  • Infuriated by thoughtless spoiler

    I listened to the episode on 28 years later :The Bone Temple. Edith gave away a massive spoiler about the end of the film. It was obvious what and whom she was referring to. Totally spoiled it. Very disappointed 👎

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Picky Picky Lala
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Good Show!

    Good show, a lot of great research and good questions. Edith is a good interviewer but often gets in the way of the answers with hysterical laughter, often for seemingly no reason except for too much coffee perhaps. I could also do without the long intros prior to cutting to the guests, get on with it!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    bcsquest
    United States8 months ago
  • Rebecca Miller-Mr Scorsese

    The absolute best documentary!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MMCate0
    Australia9 months ago
  • Not enough about soundtracks

    What started out as a very interesting podcast about film and television soundtracks has shifted to more general star and director interviews.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Lacks coverage
    United Statesa year ago

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Some episodes are criticized for lengthy intros or spoilers, but overall praise remains strong.
Audience often mentions how the show sparks interest in film music and new composers.
Listener feedback highlights deep research, engaging questions, and a calming host presence.

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Apple Podcasts
#90
United Kingdom/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#55
Mexico/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#62
Philippines/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#95
Belgium/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#117
Chile/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#126
Japan/TV & Film

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

624: Michael Giacchino On The Music Of Spider-Man: Brand New Day & Other Projects
Q: What drove your approach to reworking the Spider-Man main theme for this incarnation?
Giancchino explains that returning to the theme involved stripping away nonessential notes to reveal the core emotional identity of the character, allowing the score to grow naturally as Peter Parker evolves.
618: Isabella Summers On The Music Of Lucky & Her Career
Q: What's your starting point for composing a score, and how does that differ from writing songs?
Isabella explains she always starts at the piano, prioritizes in-the-box programming for quick picture edits, and then layers real instrument textures to gain air and space when needed.
612: Andrew Stanton & Lindsey Collins On The Music Of Toy Story 5
Q: What was the reality of getting to collaborate as director with Randy on this?
Stanton explains imposter syndrome and the balance between notes and direction, emphasizing how scenes are refined with cues that lock in the emotional arc, while leaving room for finales and visual adjustments as the animation progresses.
612: Andrew Stanton & Lindsey Collins On The Music Of Toy Story 5
Q: I want to talk about music if you don't mind.
Edith kicks off with a broad question about how music shapes Toy Story 5, prompting discussion about Randy Newman's continued influence, new collaborators, and how the score fits with evolving characters and tech in the new film.
611: Finneas O'Connell On The Music Of Beef 2, Bond & Barbie
Q: What do you remember about writing Bond and Barbie pieces?
Finneas explains the process, the dream of doing a James Bond theme, and how Barbara Broccoli's involvement opened doors; he describes the auditioning and collaboration with Hans Zimmer on Bond, and with Greta Gerwig on Barbie.

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

The show consistently centers on how music shapes storytelling in film and television, featuring in-depth conversations with directors, actors, producers, and especially composers. Episodes explore scoring approaches, needle-drops, collaboration with directors, and the emotional work of music across a wide range of genres and projects. A standout quality is the host's ability to weave actual music clips into interviews, giving listeners immediate examples of how themes, motifs, and soundscapes function on screen. The roster of guests often includes renowned film and TV figures, rising composers, and soundtrack-focused creators, making this a go-to for anyone curious about the intersection of cinema, TV, and music. Potential sponsors or gues... more

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Recent guests on Soundtracking include:

1. Michael Giacchino
2. Noah Jupe
3. George Jaques
4. Neil Patrick Harris
5. Samuel Abrahams
6. Vicky Krieps
7. Isabella Summers
8. Christopher Nolan

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