
Happy Sad Confused
On Happy Sad Confused, Josh Horowitz gets nerdy and intimate with the biggest movie stars and filmmakers on the planet. Each and every week, you’ll hear in-depth, career-spanning conversations with everyone from Samuel L. Jackson and Scarlett Johansson to Christopher Nolan and Quentin Tarantino. If you’ve ever wanted to know what it was like to get casual with A-listers like Tom Hiddleston or Kristen Stewart (all HSC regulars), then come on in and join Josh on Happy Sad Confused.
Latest episodes

Jan 30, 2025 • 47min
Reese Witherspoon & Will Ferrell
Reese Witherspoon, an Academy Award-winning actress, and Will Ferrell, a beloved comedian, join forces in a hilarious discussion. They dive into their new rom-com 'You're Cordially Invited,' sharing wild wedding stories and memorable on-set animal antics. The duo reflects on the legacy of 'Elf' and their nuanced experiences in portraying drunkenness in film. They also open up about the emotional rollercoaster of auditions and reminisce about unforgettable musical moments from their careers, mixing nostalgia with laughs.

Jan 27, 2025 • 1h 2min
Michelle Yeoh & the cast of STAR TREK: SECTION 31
Michelle Yeoh leads a ragtag group of misfits in the STAR TREK film SECTION 31 and joins Josh on the stage of the 92Y to discuss her approach to fight scenes, why she stayed with Star Trek, and why she's in every big genre property nowadays. Also featured Rob Kazinsky, Omari Hardwick, and Olatunde Osunsanmi SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!Quince -- Go to Quince.com/happysadco for 365 day returns and free shipping!Check out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here! We've got discount codes to live events, merch, early access, exclusive episodes, video versions of the podcast, and more!To watch episodes of Happy Sad Confused, subscribe to Josh's youtube channel here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 23, 2025 • 1h 1min
Adam Scott, Vol. II
Adam Scott takes us into the bizarre and mesmerizing world of SEVERANCE, a show he's as obsessed with as all of us. Here he chats with Josh at the 92nd Street Y about his surprising comedy career (STEP BROTHERS, PARKS & RECREATION) and why SEVERANCE is a dream job. Check out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here! We've got discount codes to live events, merch, early access, exclusive episodes, video versions of the podcast, and more!SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!Quince -- Go to Quince.com/happysadco for 365 day returns and free shipping!UPCOMING LIVE EVENTS1/23 -- Michelle Yeoh In NYC -- Tickets hereTo watch episodes of Happy Sad Confused, subscribe to Josh's youtube channel here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 20, 2025 • 1h 6min
Sam Heughan, Vol. VI
He's back! In another raucous event taped at the 92nd Street Y, Happy Sad Confused regular Sam Heughan returns to chat about the end of OUTLANDER, the beginning of THE COUPLE NEXT DOOR, the evolution of filming intimate scenes, and how to make the perfect cocktail!Check out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here! We've got discount codes to live events, merch, early access, exclusive episodes, video versions of the podcast, and more!SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!Quince -- Go to Quince.com/happysadco for 365 day returns and free shipping!UPCOMING LIVE EVENTS1/20 -- Adam Scott in NYC -- Tickets here1/23 -- Michelle Yeoh In NYC -- Tickets hereTo watch episodes of Happy Sad Confused, subscribe to Josh's youtube channel here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 16, 2025 • 55min
Adrien Brody
Adrien Brody may repeat history this year with his second Academy Award win. In this 2021 conversation Josh and Adrien discussed the acclaimed actors beginnings in New York, the disappointment of being cut out of THE THIN RED LINE, the triumph of THE PIANIST, and what might have been to play the Joker for Christopher Nolan.SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!Quince -- Go to Quince.com/happysadco for 365 day returns and free shipping!UPCOMING LIVE EVENTS1/20 -- Adam Scott in NYC -- Tickets here1/23 -- Michelle Yeoh In NYC -- Tickets hereCheck out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here! We've got discount codes to live events, merch, early access, exclusive episodes, video versions of the podcast, and more!To watch episodes of Happy Sad Confused, subscribe to Josh's youtube channel here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 13, 2025 • 46min
Margaret Qualley
We're all going to look back at 2024 as the year Margaret Qualley announced herself as fearless actor, from DRIVE AWAY DOLLS and KINDS OF KINDNESS to THE SUBSTANCE. She joins Josh to chat about the latter and how all she really wants is a sweet romcom.SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!Quince -- Go to Quince.com/happysadco for 365 day returns and free shipping!UPCOMING LIVE EVENTS1/15 -- Sam Heughan in NYC -- Tickets here1/20 -- Adam Scott in NYC -- Tickets here1/23 -- Michelle Yeoh In NYC -- Tickets hereCheck out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here! We've got discount codes to live events, merch, early access, exclusive episodes, video versions of the podcast, and more!To watch episodes of Happy Sad Confused, subscribe to Josh's youtube channel here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 9, 2025 • 46min
Robert Eggers
Robert Eggers is in a lane seemingly all by himself. His first four films as a director have earned legions of fans and rightfully so -- THE WITCH, THE LIGHTHOUSE, THE NORTHMAN, and now NOSFERATU. He joins Josh to talk about it all including the variety of influences on him and why he's not directing a STAR WARS film anytime soon.SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!Quince -- Go to Quince.com/happysadco for 365 day returns and free shipping!UPCOMING LIVE EVENTS1/15 -- Sam Heughan in NYC -- Tickets here1/20 -- Adam Scott in NYC -- Tickets here1/23 -- Michelle Yeoh In NYC -- Tickets hereCheck out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here! We've got discount codes to live events, merch, early access, exclusive episodes, video versions of the podcast, and more!To watch episodes of Happy Sad Confused, subscribe to Josh's youtube channel here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 6, 2025 • 57min
Pamela Anderson & Gia Coppola
Pamela Anderson is having a career revival thanks to much lauded performance in THE LAST SHOWGIRL. Here she joins the film's director, Gia Coppola, to chat about this major moment in her career and how she's met the moment. Recorded at the 92nd Street Y. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!Quince -- Go to Quince.com/happysadco for 365 day returns and free shipping!UPCOMING LIVE EVENTS1/20 -- Adam Scott at 92Y in NY -- Tickets hereCheck out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here! We've got discount codes to live events, merch, early access, exclusive episodes, video versions of the podcast, and more!To watch episodes of Happy Sad Confused, subscribe to Josh's youtube channel here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 2, 2025 • 42min
Lily-Rose Depp
NOSFERATU will forever mark a turning point for Lily-Rose Depp and she's on the podcast to mark the moment, talking about not only this extraordinary performance, but her beginnings, expectations because of her parents, THE IDOL, and more.SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!Uncommon Goods – Visit UncommonGoods.com/podcast/HappySad for 15% offBetterHelp -- Go to BetterHelp.com/HSC for 10% offUPCOMING LIVE EVENTS1/20 -- Adam Scott at 92Y in NY -- Tickets hereCheck out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here! We've got discount codes to live events, merch, early access, exclusive episodes, video versions of the podcast, and more!To watch episodes of Happy Sad Confused, subscribe to Josh's youtube channel here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 30, 2024 • 59min
Bill Skarsgard, Vol. II
Bill Skarsgard already has an iconic villain on his resume (Pennywise) but it doesn't get any more iconic than his latest role as the titular character in NOSFERATU. Bill returns to the podcast to talk about why he gravitates towards dark characters, his love of LORD OF THE RINGS and Batman, and why he's a cat person.SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!Uncommon Goods – Visit UncommonGoods.com/podcast/HappySad for 15% offBetterHelp -- Go to BetterHelp.com/HSC for 10% offUPCOMING LIVE EVENTS1/20 -- Adam Scott at 92Y in NY -- Tickets hereCheck out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here! We've got discount codes to live events, merch, early access, exclusive episodes, video versions of the podcast, and more!To watch episodes of Happy Sad Confused, subscribe to Josh's youtube channel here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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