
Host Bill Ackerman talks to writers, bloggers, podcasters, fanzine publishers, programmers, preservationists and more about their creative endeavors and today's film culture.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 75 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ArtsTV & FilmVisual Arts | |||

Bill speaks to Ryan Verrill about his many creative endeavors, from creating The Disc-Connected podcast/YouTube channel and The Physical Media Advocate zine to producing Blu-Ray special features and hosting a podcast network with Someone's Favorite P... more
Bill speaks to actor and filmmaker Keith Gordon about his life and career, from making Super 8 shorts and interning at MOMA's film archives after school to acting in Off-Broadway plays and Hollywood movies like JAWS 2, ALL THAT JAZZ, DRESSED TO KILL ... more
Bill speaks with archivist and A/V Geeks founder Skip Elsheimer about his many creative endeavors, from publishing fanzines like Preparation X and performing with the Wifflefist musical collective to preserving and sharing thousands of 16mm education... more
Bill talks to film critic and Potentate Films founder Josh Hurtado about his many pursuits, from writing for Screen Anarchy and contributing Blu-Ray special features to consulting for film festivals and teaming up with Dylan Marchetti's Variance Film... more
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Supporting Characters is back after a long hiatus! As great as ever!
Bill has always provided in depth interviews, digging deep into each persons background. Never dull, always with humor and lots of interesting info.
I’ve never heard a bad episode, and the latest with Erica Shultz is no exception. Wonderful new Ep!
also - Bill, please come back to us on Letterboxd!
I could only wish to tackle the details he does. Love all these!
Great podcast! Great guests and thoughtful questions. Lengthy interviews too which I love.
An absolute diamond off a podcast floating in a sea of junk. Each episode traces the life of an individual cinephile through the interview format. The host, Bill, is simply top tier as an interviewer, having researched meticulously beforehand, yet never failing to follow up on an intriguing answer which then takes the conversation down the occasional unanticipated alleyway. I love this podcast. It has meant a lot to me over the years. I even appreciate the long gap between seasons, because it ju... more
More please. I discovered through the now playing network array and was thrilled to hear a different take on the podcast interview, catering to cinephiles of all kinds as stated in the description. Bill has a unique quality in style and delivery in which he’s clearly done his research and cares about the guest but magically doesn’t make it all about him either. He lets the guest shine in the brightest of ways.
I’ve heard many podcast hosts that suddenly shift into a long story about their pers... more
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Conversations around film culture are explored through in-depth interviews with individuals deeply entrenched in the industry, including writers, critics, and filmmakers. The content often focuses on personal stories, unique perspectives on lesser-known films, and the intersection of film with broader cultural narratives. Notable themes include film preservation, representation, and the evolution of film criticism, making it a rich resource for cinephiles and those interested in the intricacies of the film world. The host's engagement with guests leads to insightful discussions that also touch on film-related passions.
One unique aspect is the emphasis on eclectic voices, highlighting individuals who may not be widely recognized but contri... more
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Recent guests on Supporting Characters include:
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2. Keith Gordon
3. Skip Elsheimer
4. Willow Catelyn Maclay
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