The Spiel
SpectreVision RadioEach episode, 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 expl... more
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 60 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | TV & Film | |||
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Ever wonder how Steven Spielberg's unmade Close Encounters sequel, Night Skies, became Gremlins and E.T.? Well, this episode is for you!
Vespe welcomes author Max Evry who literally wrote the book on this topic, titled Stranded On Earth: How Night S... more
Celebrating the release of his new major motion picture Whalefall, in which Austin Abrams gets swallowed by a sperm whale, director Brian Duffield makes his triumphant return to The Spiel to talk about one of his favorite Spielberg flicks: Minority R... more
Director Jeff Wadlow (Kick-Ass 2, Imaginary) has a new killer shark movie out now called The Devil's Mouth starring Kathryn Newton, so naturally he had to come on The Spiel talk a little bit about his Spielberg-y influences.
Yes, Jaws does come up, ... more
Jaws is host Eric Vespe's favorite movie of all time, so it's only fitting that we get the nerdiest possible deep dive into the 1975 blockbuster with special guest Ian Nathan.
Ian's an author and documentarian who has produced books on The Coen Brot... 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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Podcast Addict510 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 States2 years ago - Podcast Addict2 years agoPigDan
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A deep-dan into Spielberg's work and influence, with guests ranging from journalists and critics to filmmakers and actors who share a hands-on passion for cinema. Episodes orbit around production stories, craftsmanship, and the cultural footprint of Spielberg's films, often anchored by behind-the-scenes anecdotes, comparative analyses, and era-spanning insights. A standout aspect is the strong emphasis on practical filmmaking lore, on-set storytelling, and the intersection of classic cinema with contemporary perspectives, making it appealing for cinephiles, industry folks, and creators seeking thoughtful, craft-forward conversations.
Across episodes, the show leans into affectionate, film-nerd culture with a willingness to challenge narrat... more
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1. Max Evry
2. Brian Duffield
3. Jeff Wadlow
4. Ian Nathan
5. Drew McWeeny
6. Lou Taylor Pucci
7. DC Pierson
8. Matthew McManus
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