

Episode 1485 - John Wilson
Nov 6, 2023
John Wilson, filmmaker, discusses his lifelong fascination with film and the creation of his show, How To with John Wilson. They explore the art of documentary filmmaking, the influence of street photographers, and the visual poetry of montage. Wilson reflects on his early exposure to art and photography, the process of creating authentic characters, and using humor as a coping mechanism. They also touch on the Titanic conspiracy theory, police work fabrications, and the battle between free speech and censorship in comedy.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Reflections on a City
02:39 • 8min
The Energetic Performance and Boston Trip
10:19 • 5min
Upcoming Plans and Halloween Costume
15:43 • 7min
The Art of Documentary Filmmaking
23:08 • 13min
Early Exposure to Art and Photography
36:08 • 14min
The Process of Creating Authentic and Compromised Characters
50:19 • 6min
A Conversation About the Titanic Conspiracy Theory and Police Work
56:25 • 2min
The Creative Process in Comedy
58:33 • 15min
Early Work Experiences and Using Humor as a Coping Mechanism
01:13:15 • 14min
Reflections on a Conversation, Stamps.com, and the Battle Between Free Speech and Censorship in Comedy
01:26:52 • 6min