SlashFilm Podcasts: A History of Cinema and Television Analysis
For enthusiasts of cinema and television, audio storytelling provides a deeper dive into the narratives and production details of their favorite media. Over time, the site has hosted six distinct podcasts, ranging from weekly industry news to deep-dive episodic analyses of critically acclaimed series.
The Flagship Experience: The Filmcast
The most prominent production was /Filmcast, a weekly show dedicated to discussing recently released films, current industry news, and general entertainment topics. The program was hosted by David Chen, Devindra Hardawar, and Jeff Cannata. Between 2008 and 2013, Adam Quigley also served as a co-host alongside Chen and Hardawar.
In July 2021, the show transitioned to an independent entity and was rebranded as The Filmcast.
[ไม่มีภาพประกอบ]Specialized Series and Deep Dives
Beyond general film news, the site produced several niche podcasts focusing on specific personalities and television narratives. Many of these were led by David Chen, who brought a focused analytical approach to various subjects.
Character Studies and TV Analysis
- The Tobolowsky Files: Hosted by David Chen, this series features character actor Stephen Tobolowsky sharing insights into his professional career and personal life.
- The JustifiedCast: A dedicated series hosted by Chen that followed the events of the third season of the television series Justified.
Collaborative Episodic Breakdowns
In partnership with Joanna Robinson of Vanityfair.com, David Chen hosted two specific podcasts designed to dissect high-profile television dramas episode by episode:
- A Cast of Kings: An analytical look at the episodes of Game of Thrones.
- The Ones Who Knock: A detailed dissection of the episodes of Breaking Bad.
Daily Industry Updates
To keep audiences informed on a day-to-day basis, /Film Daily was established. Hosted by Peter Sciretta and a rotating group of /Film writers, this podcast focused on the most current movie news of the day.
Key Facts
- Total Podcasts: Six different shows have run on the site.
- Longest Running Transition: /Filmcast became independent as The Filmcast in July 2021.
- Key Host: David Chen hosted the majority of the site's podcast offerings.
- TV Focus: Specific shows were created for Justified, Game of Thrones, and Breaking Bad.
Podcast Summary Table
| Podcast Name | Primary Host(s) | Focus/Subject |
|---|---|---|
| /Filmcast | David Chen, Devindra Hardawar, Jeff Cannata | Weekly film news and reviews |
| The Tobolowsky Files | David Chen | Stephen Tobolowsky's life and career |
| The JustifiedCast | David Chen | Justified (Season 3) |
| A Cast of Kings | David Chen, Joanna Robinson | Game of Thrones |
| The Ones Who Knock | David Chen, Joanna Robinson | Breaking Bad |
| /Film Daily | Peter Sciretta & rotating writers | Daily movie news |
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened to /Filmcast?
In July 2021, /Filmcast became independent from the site and was rebranded as The Filmcast.
Who hosted the daily movie news podcast?
/Film Daily was hosted by Peter Sciretta along with a rotating cast of writers from /Film.
Which podcasts focused on television series?
The site hosted The JustifiedCast (for Justified), A Cast of Kings (for Game of Thrones), and The Ones Who Knock (for Breaking Bad).
Who was the recurring host across multiple podcasts?
David Chen was a central figure, hosting /Filmcast, The Tobolowsky Files, The JustifiedCast, A Cast of Kings, and The Ones Who Knock.
Who co-hosted /Filmcast between 2008 and 2013?
Adam Quigley co-hosted the show with David Chen and Devindra Hardawar during that period.