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The Treatment

KCRW
Theatre
Memoir
The Color Purple
Acting Techniques
Shakespeare
Covid-19
Childhood Experiences
Personal Growth
The Zone Of Interest
First Time Female Director
Collaboration In Film
Star Trek: the Next Generation
Rustin
Caste
Representation
Elvis Presley
Sofia Coppola
David Mamet
Bass Reeves
Brothers Sun

The Treatment is a compelling listen to the vital conversations about the catalysts of creative inspiration. Following some of the most interesting, influential, and crossover creators in the world of entertainment, fashion, sports, and the arts, we hear from tastemakers who are the very fabric that forms popular culture.

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Director Joshua Rofé’s unforgettable HBO documentary series The Mortician, about an unethical family-run funeral home, left its mark on audiences. For his treat, Rofé pays tribute to the underrated 1977 William Friedkin film, Sorcerer. Rofé recalls h... more

This week on The Treatment, Elvis speaks with actor, producer and all-around Hollywood powerhouse Dwayne Johnson aka "The Rock.” Johnson stars in the new Benny Safdie film The Smashing Machine alongside Emily Blunt where he portrays real life MMA fig... more

Elvis chats with actor, comedian, and musician Fred Armisen about his fun new album 100 Sound Effects.  From fake applause to champagne glass breaking, this album is stacked. Elvis and Fred talk about the absurd specificity of each track, which sound... more

Director Matt Shakman helmed one of the summer’s biggest hits — Marvel’s The Fantastic Four: First Steps. But his earliest film inspiration was the 1949 Carol Reed noir The Third Man, starring Joseph Cotton and Orson Welles. Shakman cites the film’s ... more

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Recent Guests

Dwayne Johnson
Famous actor and producer
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Episode: Dwayne Johnson defies expectations with The Smashing Machine
Nnamdi Asomugha
NFL star turned actor and director
Director of The Knife
Episode: The Knife director Nnamdi Asomugha has The Treat
W. Kamau Bell
Emmy-winning TV host and director, stand-up comedian
Episode: Who’s with comedian W. Kamau Bell?
Rob Reiner
Acclaimed director and actor, known for his pioneering work in comedic filmmaking.
Episode: This interview (with Rob Reiner) goes to 11
Larry Charles
Writer, director, and producer, known for his work on 'Seinfeld' and 'Borat'
Episode: New author Larry Charles opens up about ‘Seinfeld,’ ‘Borat,’ & more
Stephen Merchant
Award-winning actor, director, comedian, and writer known for his work on The Office and Four Lives.
Episode: Stephen Merchant pops by for a chat
Tony Gilroy
Oscar-nominated filmmaker and showrunner for the series Andor
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Episode: Tony Gilroy, AI in Filmmaking, and Kerry Washington on the Treat
Neil Parris
Head of Filmmaker Partnerships at Google
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Episode: Tony Gilroy, AI in Filmmaking, and Kerry Washington on the Treat
Sean Douglas
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Host

Elvis Mitchell
Host of the show, known for his engaging interviewing style and deep cultural insights.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 815 ratings
  • !!

    I am so grateful…. So insightful, so passionate and waiting to hear when The Treatment is on PBS!! thank you Elvis for what you do and how you do it….

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    5
    Daniel Sterno
    United Statesa month ago
  • Elvis the god

    Essential listening

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Josh, Los Angeles
    United States4 months ago
  • Elvis FTW

    Elvis is always a pleasure to listen to and his choice of guests and his interviews are always refreshing, insightful, and warmly personal!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pfunkla
    United Statesa year ago
  • culture

    Essential

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jlgodard37
    United Statesa year ago
  • What So Funny?!

    Elivis’s perceptiveness is endearing but his inexplicable laughs are annoying.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JNLCIA
    United Statesa year ago

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There are critiques regarding the gender balance of guests, with some noting a lack of female representation.
Overall, the podcast is frequently described as essential listening for those interested in arts and culture.
Listeners appreciate the diverse topics covered and the range of guests, indicating a broad appeal within creative fields.
Listeners praise the host for his insightful, thought-provoking interviews and his ability to connect deeply with guests, creating meaningful conversations.

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Fred Armisen’s 100 Sound Effects album is an endless treasure
Q: What are you going to say?
I have a great way to tie this part up.
Fred Armisen’s 100 Sound Effects album is an endless treasure
Q: How long was your initial list? I mean, was it going to be more than 100?
Oh, yeah. It wasn't as much that it was going to be 100. Then I would do a list of 10, 10 camping sounds. And as I started to record, some of them were not working.
Fred Armisen’s 100 Sound Effects album is an endless treasure
Q: Did you go right into the drums?
That was the easiest one because that was the first idea, because I could do music ones because I'm at a studio, there's a drum set, there's an amp, there's a guitar.
Director Nia DaCosta on the power of Hedda
Q: What inspired your approach to 'Hedda'?
My aim was to highlight the complexities of female characters and the themes of power and agency.
Luca Guadagnino on “After the Hunt”
Q: How did you work on building the character dynamics in the film?
Guadagnino mentioned that rehearsals were crucial, including spending time together reading the script and building friendships among the actors.

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Engaging in vital conversations, this podcast features influential creators and tastemakers from various fields, including entertainment, fashion, and the arts. The discussions revolve around their inspirations, the creative process, and how their work contributes to shaping popular culture. Noteworthy episodes include insights from prominent figures such as filmmakers, writers, and actors, who share their personal journeys and reflections on the complexities of their respective industries. This unique blend of artistry and personal storytelling resonates with listeners, making it an essential platform for those interested in the dynamics of modern creativity.

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1. Dwayne Johnson
2. Nnamdi Asomugha
3. W. Kamau Bell
4. Rob Reiner
5. Larry Charles
6. Stephen Merchant
7. Tony Gilroy
8. Neil Parris

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