the goop podcast

Brad Falchuk

Oct 14, 2025
Brad Falchuk, an Emmy-winning writer and producer, shares insights about his Netflix series, Famous Last Words. He reveals the show's unique premise of interviewing renowned figures nearing the end of their lives and why these conversations about death matter. Brad explains the delicate process of building trust with his guests to uncover honest reflections on legacy and regrets. He emphasizes the importance of normalizing discussions around mortality to enrich our lives and values, all while navigating the creative challenges of production.
Ask episode
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
INSIGHT

A New Interview Ritual

  • Famous Last Words records private interviews with very elderly, famous guests and locks the footage until they die.
  • Episodes air within ~48 hours after death so the guest gets the final public definition of their life.
ANECDOTE

Jane Goodall's Intimate Episode

  • The first episode released starred Dr. Jane Goodall and revealed intimate, unexpected memories.
  • Goodall discussed personal loves, marriages, and who she imagined waiting for her after death.
ADVICE

Make Safety Your Interview Strategy

  • Create a genuinely safe environment to get real answers instead of rehearsed soundbites.
  • Remove extra people, cameras, and agendas so subjects relax and speak honestly.
Get the Snipd Podcast app to discover more snips from this episode
Get the app