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.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 48 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | TV & Film | |||
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Emmy Winning writer (Last Week Tonight with John Oliver) and very funny standup comedian (People Pleaser) Josh Gondelman returns to The Spiel to talk about a film that most people probably forgot was produced by Steven Spielberg: 2010's True Grit sta... more
Macon Blair (The Toxic Avenger, I Don't Feel At Home In This World Anymore) joins Vespe to talk about one of the most impactful films of Steven Spielberg's career, Twilight Zone: The Movie.
They dip into the tragedy, of course, but there's more to t... more
Aaron Sagers is not only a pop culture journalist, he's also a well-known paranormal investigator. He's the founder of ParanormalPopCulture.com and you've seen him on-camera for Travel Channel's Paranormal Paparazzi and Paranormal Caught on Camera, a... more
Steven Spielberg's documentarian Laurent Bouzereau returns to The Spiel to discuss Vespe's favorite movie, Jaws, and his great new deep dive documentary made in conjunction with Amblin and Nat Geo called Jaws @ 50.
There's a lot to talk about in ter... more
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- 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 Podcasts5KrimSteve
United States4 months 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 States5 months ago - Podcast Addict8 months agoPigDan
Fun podcast with a lot of potential for future topics! They've already been getting cool guests. The co-hosts are very passionate & enjoyable to listen to. I already knew of JRT's work and talent beforehand -- he deserves much love and appreciation, especially after the rough things he's prevailed from (he certainly has a lot of fans that would adore this show), and this is the perfect project for him to participate in! R.I.P. to Wampler, I didn't know ya.. you were gone too soon. Cheers y'all.
Podcast Addict59 months agoPigDan- Podcast Addicta year agoPigDan
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Apple Podcasts | #53 |  Austria/TV & Film |
Apple Podcasts | #242 |  New Zealand/TV & Film |
Apple Podcasts | #248 |  South Africa/TV & Film |
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What is The Spiel about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A distinctive show centers on the expansive filmography of a legendary director, discussing iconic works while inviting notable guests to share insights and anecdotes related to specific films. Episodes explore not only the plot and character dynamics of the featured movie but also the broader themes and cultural significance, often interweaving personal stories or professional experiences that connect to the cinematic world. This format serves as a rich tribute to the director's legacy, enhancing appreciation for both the technical craft of filmmaking and storytelling.
Listeners can expect a blend of humor, nostalgia, and insightful analysis, making it particularly engaging for film enthusiasts or those with a fondness for classic cinema.... more
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Recent guests on The Spiel include:
1. Macon Blair
2. Aaron Sagers
3. Laurent Bouzereau
4. Frank Marshall
5. David Koepp
6. Jonathan Entwistle
7. Veronica Cartwright
8. Bear McCreary
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