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SpyHards - A Spy Movie Podcast

Scott Hardy & Cam Smith
James Bond
Cold War
Spy Movies
World War II
Roger Moore
The Spy Who Loved Me
Goldeneye
Star Trek
Mission: Impossible
Thunderball
Hollywood
Spy Genre
John Le Carré
Cinema
Tom Cruise
Sean Connery
Mission: Impossible II
Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy
The In-Laws
Espionage

A weekly film podcast decoding classic spy cinema. Hosted by Agent Scott & Cam the Provocateur.

Featuring the likes of James Bond, Jason Bourne, Derek Flint, Austin Powers, Johnny English, George Smiley and Harry Palmer, plus all your favourite secret agent franchises including Mission: Impossible, The Man From U.N.C.L.E., Kingsman, Spy Kids and many more...

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Latest Episodes

Agents Scott and Cam accidentally sleep butt-dial Alec Baldwin while taking on the 2021 Dreamworks animated spy sequel The Boss Baby: Family Business.

Directed by Tom McGrath. Starring Alec Baldwin, James Marsden, Amy Sedaris, Ariana Greenblatt, Jef... more

Agents Scott and Cam welcome composer Grant Kirkhope to the show to reveal the secrets behind creating the music for the smash Nintendo 64 videogame GoldenEye 007. He also shares stories about working on Perfect Dark, Donkey Kong 64 and more!

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Agents Scott and Cam pour out their punch while decoding the 1930 Gary Cooper Civil War spy romance Only the Brave.

Directed by Frank Tuttle. Starring Gary Cooper, Mary Brian, Phillips Holmes, James Neill, Morgan Farley, Guy Oliver, John Elliott, E... more

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Agents Scott and Cam welcome writer, director and producer David Zucker to the show to reveal all the crazy intel behind the making of the 1984 spy spoof Top Secret! He also shares stories about working on Airplane!, The Naked Gun and more!

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Recent Guests

Grant Kirkhope
Video game composer for GoldenEye 64, Banjo-Kazooie, Perfect Dark, etc.
Rare (historical)
Episode: Grant Kirkhope on GoldenEye 007 - SpyMaster Interview #126
David Zucker
Co-director and co-writer of Top Secret, director of Airplane and The Naked Gun
David Zucker Productions
Episode: David Zucker on Top Secret! - SpyMaster Interview #125
Emma Logsdon
Editor and YouTube creator, Val Kilmer expert
Self-employed / editor on YouTube
Episode: 236. Top Secret! (1984) - Guest: Emma Logsdon, YouTuber and Editor
Jens Hultén
Actor who played the Bone Doctor in Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation and a goon in Skyfall
Actor (Sweden)
Episode: Jens Hultén on Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation + Skyfall - SpyMaster Interview #124
Paul Tweddle
Host of Heavy Spoilers YouTube channel
Heavy Spoilers
Episode: 235. Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation (2015) - Guest: Paul Tweddle from Heavy Spoilers
Jack Carr
Novelist and screenwriter, creator of The Terminal List, former Navy SEAL
Self/Terminal List universe
Episode: Jack Carr on His Top 5 Spy Thrillers + The Terminal List - SpyMaster Interview #123
Harold Becker
Director and photographer
The Sea of Love; Mercury Rising
Episode: Harold Becker on Mercury Rising - SpyMaster Interview #122
David Farr
Screenwriter and director known for his work on 'The Night Manager' and 'Hanna'.
Episode: David Farr on The Night Manager + Hanna - SpyMaster Interview #121
Martine Beswick
Famous Bond girl who appeared in Thunderball and From Russia with Love
Episode: Martine Beswick on Thunderball Live! - SpyMaster Interview #120

Hosts

Agent Scott
Co-host and film critic, known for his deep insights into film history and production.
Cam the Provocateur
Co-host renowned for bringing comedic elements and vibrant discussion to film critique.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 313 ratings
  • Very good

    Great show and great pairing - have been listening to this for nearly three years and am also steadily working back through the archive!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ngshdien
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Pure entertainment

    Absolutely love this podcast.

    Thoroughly enjoy all the content. If you are a fan of the James Bond films this will certainly fill the gap whilst we are waiting for a new Bond film

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sd0113
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Great show

    Good conversations with great guests. And some good recommendations too. Well worth your time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ceejaydubbya
    Australia7 months ago
  • Two great hosts with one particularly great guest

    The goldeneye episode especially with Paul from Heavy Spoilers was a true treat!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paul from Heavy Spoilers
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • A must listen

    If you love spy movies, good chat, humour and great insights, then this is the podcast for you. So many episodes over the last 5 years and all at a constantly high standard. Plus a growing number of interviews with those involved in the films. Scott and Cam are always great to listen to and do their best at keeping the British end up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JBVA007
    United Kingdom7 months ago

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The content is enjoyed for its blend of humor and analytical insight, appealing to casual movie fans and film aficionados alike.
Many reviews highlight the hosts' dynamic chemistry as a key strength, making the experience entertaining and informative.
Listeners appreciate the depth of knowledge and passion brought by the hosts.
The podcast is seen as an engaging way to explore both well-known and obscure spy films, fostering a community of enthusiasts.
Listeners praise the diverse range of guests and quality of interviews, enhancing the overall experience of the show.

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Grant Kirkhope on GoldenEye 007 - SpyMaster Interview #126
Q: Did the team envision GoldenEye's lasting legacy at the time?
No; the game shipped with bugs and a slow burn, and the team didn't anticipate it becoming a cultural landmark or inspiring future games in the way it did.
Grant Kirkhope on GoldenEye 007 - SpyMaster Interview #126
Q: What was the biggest creative challenge on GoldenEye?
Balancing fidelity to the Bond sound with the N64's limited sampling, re-using the Monty Norman theme while respecting rights, and making a short looping cue that players wouldn't tire of after countless replays.
Grant Kirkhope on GoldenEye 007 - SpyMaster Interview #126
Q: How did you approach writing for GoldenEye given the hardware limitations?
The approach was to write for the three-channel Game Boy and then adapt for the N64 by creating modular chunks of a main theme, layering sounds, and using the Bond motif in flexible, memory-conscious ways to fit the cartridge's constraints.
David Zucker on Top Secret! - SpyMaster Interview #125
Q: What did you learn about character arcs and audience engagement from Top Secret that you applied to Naked Gun and beyond?
Top Secret taught that audiences crave character change and investment; future films like Naked Gun integrated a clear character problem and growth arc, which helped balance spoof humor with story engagement.
David Zucker on Top Secret! - SpyMaster Interview #125
Q: How did you approach casting Val Kilmer for Top Secret, and how did that affect the film?
We saw Kilmer in Slab Boys and were impressed by his Elvis song performance; casting him brought a fresh energy and youth to the project, which influenced the tone and dynamics of the film.

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

Content revolves around analyzing and enjoying classic spy cinema, with a strong focus on iconic franchises such as James Bond, Jason Bourne, and multiple other secret agent films. Listeners are treated to a mix of film critiques, lively discussions on character developments, production insights, and interviews with industry insiders, including writers and actors associated with the spy genre. Noteworthy is the blend of humor and detailed analysis, creating a distinctive atmosphere that immerses fans into the rich universe of espionage films while also presenting lesser-known gems alongside mainstream blockbusters.

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5. Paul Tweddle
6. Jack Carr
7. Harold Becker
8. David Farr

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