The A24 Podcast

Elsie Fisher and Molly Ringwald discuss the challenges of being young actors, Elsie's audition for Eighth Grade, the impact of social media on anxiety, and the relatability of Molly's characters. They also explore their love for Dungeons & Dragons, the perception of oneself, and the lasting impact of acting in movies.

Fred Armisen and Jason Schwartzman discuss topics including American Sign Language, Icelandic stand-up comedy, fairies, trolls, superhuman athleticism, archaic medical treatments, and time travel in an entertaining and informative conversation.

Ethan Hawke and Alia Shawkat discuss their new film 'Blaze', summers in Nova Scotia, art that tells the truth, beginner's mind, Alia's painting, career advice from Steve McQueen, and the importance of giving it all away.

Paul Schrader, veteran filmmaker, and Sofia Coppola discuss Paul's unexpected career trajectory, ambiguous endings, challenges of writing without 'nighttime additives,' and what it took for Paul to finally make First Reformed, the movie he's been waiting his whole life to make.

Toni Collette and John Early talk about their relationship, falling in love with Toni Collette at a young age, creating memorable characters, distribution challenges, a beautiful friendship movie, their favorite restaurants, and sentimental collages.

Topics covered include: the internet, teenagers today, how to talk about a moment that is already a parody of itself, the FKA Twigs/Anderson .Paak/Spike Jonze Apple ad, whether or not Deadpool gets it, why Jerrod hasn’t seen Bottle Rocket, the filmmaking of Steve McQueen, Jerrod and Bo’s dispositional differences, Snoop Dogg’s new gospel album, the performance of an interview, and the value of not being present.

Filmmakers Barry Jenkins and Greta Gerwig discuss their hometown inspirations, creating authentic locations, working with actress Lori Maccalf, and their personal connections to certain scenes. They explore their journey into directing and experiences on set, sharing the most magical and worst days. The chapter also addresses underrepresentation in the industry and leaves viewers wondering if they are done filming.