The Spiel
SpectreVision RadioEach week, host Eric Vespe welcomes a notable guest to the show to discuss a work of film from the career of director Steven Spielberg. The Spiel is an open-ended love letter to one of the greatest film directors of all time and his enormous impact on cinema. SpectreVision Radio is a bespoke podcast network at the intersection between the arts and the uncanny, featuring a tapestry of shows explori... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 56 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | TV & Film | |||
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There is a brand new Steven Spielberg movie out in theaters this weekend so of course we had to dive into it on The Spiel. Vespe is joined by his longtime friend and ex-Ain't It Cool colleague Drew McWeeny to dissect, as best they can, Spielberg's Di... more
Prominent indie actor Lou Taylor Pucci (Southland Tales, Thumbsucker, Evil Dead 2013) is our guest this episode to talk about a new title for The Spiel: *batteries not included, the 1987 film produced by Steven Spielberg, directed by Matthew Robbins,... more
DC Pierson (Captain America: Winter Soldier, Community) returns to talk a little about the brand new restoration of his cult classic indie comedy, Mystery Team co-starring Donald Glover and Dominic Dierkes, as well as continue his Spiel journey of wa... more
Kevin and Matthew McManus (American Vandal, Cobra Kai, Redux Redux) jump in the passenger seat for a revving chat about Steven Spielberg's Duel. Shot in 10 days, this 1971 TV movie was Spielberg's first real introduction to Hollywood.
It's an adapta... more
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- Still great guests but Eric’s tangents need to be shorter
I have been listening to Eric’s podcasts since the early days of the Kingcast and I have loved so much of the stuff he’s produced or co-produced. But so much of the time now he tells the same story again and again and talks about his own exploits, instead of asking good questions from his cool guests. If he can ramble less about his own life, it would be so much better
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United States4 months ago .
Podcast Addict55 months agoPigDan- In Favor of Impressions
Love this Spielberg focused podcast with Eric Vespe. Already miss Scott Wampler and I’m going to miss Josh Robert Thompson. He was a great co-host, super funny, and I never tired of hilarious and nailed Spielberg and Lucas impressions. Seriously loved the impressions and always wanted more. I know it’s not the show, but I needed those laughs.
Apple Podcasts5KrimSteveUnited Statesa year ago - Solid show but needs a new CE3K ep.
I've listened to several random eps and all are great, except the Close Encounters one. Nothing against Nacho but most of his talk was about everything other than CE3K -- 1941, Jaws, ET, Tom & Jerry, etc. And the guest co-host didn't seem like he had even fully seen the film. How could someone not realize that the 5-note motif is incorporated throughout the score? CE3K deserves a 2nd ep like you did for AI.
Apple Podcasts3"Who are you people?"United Statesa year ago - Podcast Addicta year agoPigDan
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What is The Spiel about and what kind of topics does it cover?
The show centers on in-depth conversations with guests about Spielberg-directed work or Spielberg-affiliated projects, balancing production lore, filmmaking craft, and personal anecdotes. Episodes frequently explore production hurdles, legacy, and the cultural footprint of classic and contemporary titles, often drawing connections to broader genre cinema and the careers of collaborators. A standout aspect is the host's ability to blend historical context with playful banter and individual guest perspectives, making it appealing to cinephiles, industry professionals, and fans of behind-the-scenes storytelling. The format tends to feature guests with hands-on experience in filmmaking or screenwriting, offering both technical insight and acces... more
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1. The Kingcast
2. Blank Check with Griffin & David
3. How Did This Get Made?
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5. The Rewatchables
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Recent guests on The Spiel include:
1. Lou Taylor Pucci
2. DC Pierson
3. Matthew McManus
4. Kevin McManus
5. Renny Harlin
6. Kevin Lewis
7. Mick Garris
8. Macon Blair
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