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Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 74: Rafael CasalWith roots in spoken word and rap, Rafael seamlessly blends poetic expression with cinematic structure to shape compelling scripts. Rafael Casal is a multi-hyphenate storyteller known for Blindspotting, Loki, Bad Education, and Wildcat. In this episode, Rafael sits down with Pete to discuss transitioning from music to film, the independent hustle and staying true to your artistry, saving the day in “post”, how directing influences writing, the art of cinematography, and more…(00:00:00 - 00:06:50) -- Podcast Intro(00:06:50 - 00:10:40) -- The Writer’s Mind And Improvisation(00:10:40 - 00:15:20) -- Stand Out Moments In “Blindspotting”(00:15:20 - 00:18:20) -- Shadowing Pete On Set2025-02-121h 42
Carl-Auer Sounds of ScienceS1 #2 Blindspotting Special – Fritz B. Simon – Die Auslotung der eigenen BlindheitFritz B. Simon, Facharzt für Psychiatrie, Professor für Führung und Organisation am Institut für Familienunternehmen der Universität Witten/Herdecke, Mitbegründer der Firma ‚Simon Weber Friends‘ für Systemische Organisationsberatung, Mitbegründer des Carl Auer Verlages, Autor zahlreicher vielgelesener Bücher zu Beratung, Therapie, Gesellschaft, Politik und Systemtheorie und – last not least – Pionier der Heidelberger Gruppe.
Im Gespräch von Katharina Hager und Andres Kollar mit Fritz B. Simon geht es um die Erfahrungen, die ihn und seine Art als Beobachter in die Welt zu blicken geprägt haben und um ausgefallene, experimentelle Seminarangebote, die er mitentwickelt un...2024-08-0146 min
Stars and Stars with IsaBenjamin Earl Turner: Scorpio Sun, Scorpio Moon, Pisces RisingBenjamin Earl Turner is a recording artist, actor, writer, educator and multi-hyphenate on shows like Blindspotting, Rap Sh!t and Snowfall. Ben captivates in any medium he chooses as an insatiably curious soul, guided by an exquisite ethics of love. Isa Nakazawa sits down with Ben to discuss how as a Scorpio Sun, Scorpio Moon, and Pisces Rising, he is always seeking ways to subvert stereotypes – whether it’s in his art or his relationships. Isa and Ben reflect on the different forms of water his chart holds and what it means to heal through “maintaining the ugly.”
2024-07-1631 min
Yeah Buddy! PodcastThe Jacka of all trades with Timothy Slater & Seretse NjemanzeOn this episode of the Yeah Buddy! Podcast we sit down with Bay Area actor/producer Timothy Slater and director/producer and founder of the Black Film Connect Seretse Njemanze. Timothy and host Buddy got their start in the movie business acting together on the movie Fruitvale Station. Seretse and Buddy both met on the set of the TV show Blindspotting. Timothy and Seretse have since gone to work on numerous productions and have recently teamed up to produce a documentary and art exhibit based on the legendary Bay Area rapper The Jacka. Listen to the episode to hear...2024-03-031h 03
DanceSpeak192 - Lil Buck - Memphis Jookin is Fine ArtIn episode 192 host Galit Friedlander and Charles "Lil Buck" Riley (Madonna, Vogue, Blindspotting, Versace, Alicia Keys, and more), discuss the roots and rise of Memphis Jookin, what 'gettin Buck' means, and the key to getting taken seriously across different professional fields. Follow Galit: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gogalit Website - https://www.gogalit.com/ On-line Fitness Courses - https://galit-s-school-0397.thinkific.com/collections You can connect with Lil Buck on Instagram and through his website. Listen to DanceSpeak on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts.2023-09-111h 42
Words That Move Me with Dana Wilson175. Creating Cultural Currency with Jon BoogzJon Boogz, everyone! Jon is an Emmy-nominated director, movement artist, and choreographer who uses his talent to address the issues he is truly passionate about. I loved getting to go deep on where that passion for movement came from and how those influences speak to the art he makes today. Please enjoy this conversation with Jon Boogz.
Show Notes:
Watch the Dream sequence from Blindspotting
Watch all of Jon’s Work
Connect with Jon Boogz
Learn more about the Choreographers Guild
Listen to Ep. #52 Technique VS Style
2023-05-171h 12
Fox Den Film ClubA Film That Feels Like McDonald's Sprite (Speed Racer/Blindspotting)“Crispy enough to charge your phone.” “Damn near stronger than liquor.” “Could probably fry fish.”In this surprisingly non-sponsored episode of the Fox Den Film Club we each discuss a film that feels like that first hit of an aggressively refreshing and paralyzingly sharp McDonald’s Sprite. For those craving a fast-paced or punchy sensation, we hope these films will quench your thirst. Jake selected Speed Racer (2008, dir. Lilly Wachowski, Lana Wachowski).Mitch selected Blindspotting (2018, dir. Carlos López Estrada). As always, it is not...2022-03-251h 00
Theatre CornerMargo Hall and Phillip Andre Botello | KPBSToday we sit down with Award-Winning Actor, Director & Playwright Margo Hall and Juilliard graduate Philip Andre Botello. Hall (Soul, Blindspotting) joins us in discussing authenticity onscreen and committing to a character. She also speaks to the incomparable training of onstage acting--a foundation for her rich and multi-faceted career. Botello (Criminal Minds, Sunset on the River Styx, The Art of Self-Defense) speaks on his talents as an actor, as well as the challenges he faced as a mixed race performer and the difficulties it produced in finding his place.2022-01-1526 min
Bruce Lee PodcastFlowing with Jon BoogzShannon’s guest this week on the Bruce Lee Podcast is long time friend, movement artist and director, Jon Boogz. Jon and Shannon met more than a decade ago at a taping of So You Think You Can Dance, and they have been friends ever since! Shannon has watched Jon’s star rise over the last decade and it is rising still. She’s witnessed him go from living in a tiny apartment with 3 other dancers to working with such greats as Mikhail Baryshnikov, Naomi Campbell, and Gloria Estefan. Jon’s performances and choreography have been featured in Pharrell’s Adidas O...2021-10-2852 min
The Art of BlindspottingAoB Movies - The Killing of A Sacred Deer (2017)[Recorded August 23rd, 2020]On this edition of AoB Movies (more to come) @sleepyjeffmusic, @kaje.uncaged, @katanaxmusic, and @foldandbehold sit down to discuss their impressions about the Yorgos Lanthimos film 'The Killing of A Sacred Deer'. This is a spoiler based discussion, so caution for those interested in watching. 2021-10-0633 min
The Art of BlindspottingSmoke Jumping (Part One) - feat Little Lilly Lettering and Kahlil[Originally Recorded May 31, 2021]Recorded in Pembroke Pines. @sleepyjeffmusic, @katanaxmusic, @kaje.uncaged, @littlelillylettering, and @mellowdrizzle discuss:The parable of Plato's cave.Adrenaline and risk seeking.How long a year can really be.Smoke JumpingMovies we shouldn't have seen in theatre.Jim Carrey, and comedy as philosophy.2021-08-2356 minThe Art of BlindspottingSession Six, Part Two - L.A. Water & Green Jungle Juice (introducing Training By Trav)[Originally Recorded 5/18/2020] - Pretty much a year ago at this point!
How has '50 Shades' and 'You' influenced the optics of young love?
More drinking stories with hard lessons
A phone call from our good buddy Trav
2021-05-1058 minThe Art of BlindspottingSession Six, Part One - Tales of Mischievous Youths (from the Game Room)[Original Recording May 18th, 2020] This time from the Game Room: Recounting some of the early mischief that comes with being a Floridian youth, why we were the way we were, and how cultural changes affects the mischief of today's youth.2021-04-2735 min
Welcome Back PodBlindspotting - Andrew Says All The WordsThey boys went to Oakland and saw Blindspotting! They talk empty apartments, MoviePass, gentrification, Little Caesers, accountability, one last Falcon and the Winter Soldier chat, and a pre-Oscar Oscars Rounduplinktr.ee/welcomebackpodx.com/welcomebackpodinstagram.com/welcomebackpodArt by: Randi Hamel @artbunns on Instagram and rannibuns.tumblr.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-04-261h 03The Art of BlindspottingSession Five - Jim Beam in the Game Room[Recorded May 17, 2020]
Back during week eight of shutdowns, Jeff rode down to South Florida to meet up with Jake, Katana, and good friend Tony.
After consuming a bit of Jim Beam, Jeff decides to pick Tony's brain about his recent divorce, experiences as a front line nurse, and dating during a pandemic. Lots of cursing, enjoy!2021-04-0636 minThe Art of BlindspottingSession Four, Part Three - Blindspotting (feat. Anton Laplume)This was the session during which we started to figure out exactly what we wanted to do. So many conversations go awry, without a second examination into why, and usually with negative social consequences. Instead, we plan to dive deeply into our blindspots to find out how we can have better conversation. Jake is a commie2021-03-161h 37The Art of BlindspottingSession Four, Part Two feat Anton Laplume and Sober DanOn Cinco De Mayo 2020, coincidentally a Taco Tuesday, the Blindspotters continue to drink while discussing the ways in which the shutdown has affected their creative process. Later, they receive a call from Sober Dan, owner-proprietor of Pandora's Glass Smoke Shop, as well as Pine Cones Ice Cream in Inverness, FL. 2021-02-2433 min
Racially SpeakingEpisode 4: Hip Hop - A Deep Dive with Dylan DentDavid catches up with friend and musical artist, Dylan Dent, to discuss his latest projects, the state of the Hip Hop industry, and the importance of understanding the "origins" of the overall genre.
Show notes:
We Are Art Music Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ubwMhsQetoI
Rapsody:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/6NL31G53xThQXkFs7lDpL5
Taye the Truth on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/5XFX313ckxPKspjiE3Ppn4?si=C1TmPg9zThCgHRg2nQD2_Q
Harvest Blaque Music:
https://soundcloud.com/harvest-blaque
Dylan Dent:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/4TPdQyHsFPdBcv7GN5iFRX
Blindspotting Movie:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-9...2021-02-1954 min
Screen Tea PodcastEpisode 48: BlindspottingWelcome to Screen Tea Podcast! Crank the speakers in your Uber and get ready as Lisha & Jules cover Lisha's favorite movie (yes, again, it's a whole thing), Carlos López Estrada's 2018 feature length directorial debut, Blindspotting! Grab some green juice (but not from the Kwik Way tho) and dial it up as Lisha digs (Diggs?) deep into the amazing writing and borderline loses it over movie preference hierarchies, Jules keeps on with her apparent issues with cry-acting and highlights stellar cinematography, and both of your hosts lavish never-ending praise onto writers Daveed Diggs and Rafael Casal. This is an i...2021-02-111h 48The Art of BlindspottingSession Four, Part One feat. Anton Laplume of Side Hustle(Recorded 05/05/2020)
More Cinco De Mayo influenced discussion from early 2020. Topics include: The (unnecessary?) development of folklore for children, My Cousin Vinny, Grimes and Elon Musks' Rockerfellian legacy, and stand up comedy. 2021-02-0646 minThe Art of BlindspottingSession Three, Part Three ft. Anton Laplume[5/4/2020]
Back in May, we sat down and speculated about the future (aka current) state of social media building and web content. We had no idea that Section 230 was on the horizon, but would love to hear new perspectives!
2021-01-2733 minThe Art of BlindspottingSession Three, Part Two ft. Anton LaplumeAnton and Jeff talk a bit about blues history, and the evolution of rock and roll from its roots to the mainstream. (Part Two, May 4th)2021-01-1938 minThe Art of BlindspottingSession Three, Part One ft. Anton LaplumeOriginally Recorded 05/04/2020
Pandemic can't stop the eve of Cinco de Mayo! The Blindpotters discuss sibling rivalries and education!
Special thanks to Anton Laplume of Side Hustle.2020-12-2938 min
Talkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 87: Oscar Isaac cast in Metal Gear Solid and Mank ReviewOn this episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj discuss Oscar Isaac's casting as Solid Snake in Jordan Vogt-Roberts' Metal Gear Solid movie. The guys also discuss Emma Stone's exit from Damien Chazelle's Babylon and Margot Robbie's potential casting as her replacement. Finally, Sam and Raj close out the episode with reviews for a series of Oscar contenders, including Nomadland, Sound of Metal, and Mank, and a spoiler discussion of Chapter 15 of The Mandalorian.
NEWS
Oscar Isaac to play Solid Snake in Jordan Vogt-Roberts Metal Gear Solid movie (Deadline)
Margot Robbie in...2020-12-0749 minThe Art of BlindspottingSession TwoApril 22nd, 20202020-11-1345 minThe Art of BlindspottingSession OneRecorded April 19th, 20202020-11-1046 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 58: DC Fandome Recap - The Batman, The Suicide Squad, and Wonder Woman 1984On this very special episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj break down each announcement from DC Fandome. The guys discuss the incredible The Batman trailer, The Suicide Squad BTS look, the Wonder Woman 1984 trailer, the Snyder Cut first look, and all the other exciting announcements. The guys also look at the growing cast of Lady Gaga's Gucci movie and discuss the first set of Tenet reviews.
DC Fandome Discussion
Wonder Woman 1984: Trailer
The Flash: Concept Art - Ben Affleck to return as Batman (VF)
The Suicide Squad: Roll Call, BTS, Poster
Snyder Cut: Trailer, Confirmed 4, 1...2020-08-2345 min
The Tight RopeDaveed Diggs: Tony Award-winning star of Hamilton says Watch My JoyEpisode Summary
In this episode of The Tight Rope, Dr. Cornel West and Professor Tricia Rose connect with Tony award winning actor and rapper Daveed Diggs to dive into his career, upbringing, influences, and playing the “fool.” They wrangle with the nuances of hip hop past and present, colorblind ideologies in theater, and the healing power of Black creativity. Get ready for the twists and turns in this episode of The Tight Rope!
Cornel West
Dr. Cornel West is Professor of the Practice of Public Philosophy at Harvard University. A prominent democratic intellectual, social critic, and political activist, West also serve...2020-07-231h 00
The PAPER STREET Podcast presents: 'Reliving REVIVAL'Renaissance Women (with guests Courtney & Hillary Andujar)On this installment of The PAPER STREET Podcast, Shawn and Becky recap SCARE PACKAGE's surprise appearance on the previous week's episode of the hit Shudder series 'The Last Drive-In with Joe Bob Briggs,' the horror-comedy anthology's subsequent June 18th premiere on the genre streaming service, and the overwhelmingly positive response, requests, and even fan art it's gotten thus far. Continuing the SCARE PACKAGE push, the hosts are joined on the program by the directors of the film's "Girls' Night Out of Body" segment, Courtney and Hillary Andujar! A highly sought-after duo of filmmakers whose feature credits...2020-06-221h 19
That One Audition with Alyshia OchseS2 010: Jasmine Cephas Jones — Art Is Not Made In Safety (Hamilton, #FreeRayshawn, Monsters and Men, Blindspotting, Marriage Story, Mrs. Fletcher, Girls...)Today I sit down with television and film actress, Broadway star, and singer-songwriter, Jasmine Cephas Jones. Introduced into the world of entertainment by her father, actor Ron Cephas Jones, and her mother, jazz singer Kim Lesley, Jasmine went to school for the performing arts starting in middle school . She spent many years studying voice at LaGuardia High School in New York City as well as throughout her college years at Berklee College of Music. Today, Jasmine shares the feelings of vulnerability that came soon after where she felt something was missing and was unsure about exactly what...2020-06-161h 02
What The Fuck Is Happening?Hey White People, Be Better (Allyship + Anti-Racism) with Rachel ValentinoRachel Valentino joins us to speak to white people on what it means to be an ally, steps to take in being more anti-racist, information on defunding the police, why “All Lives Matter” isn’t a valid movement, how to call people out respectfully. She also gives her perspective on the discomfort we may be feeling right now, her own struggles and missteps, and how to truly begin or continue the lifelong journey of dismantling systematic racism.Rachel Valentino: Follow @tino_tino_and_tino on Instagram for space to talk about your white privilegeResour...2020-06-101h 09
Tailor Made Tuesdays{EP 3} I Am BreathingOur Next Steps should be focused on economics. We bring the system down, by building up our own. We are limitless. Before during and after the protest let’s locate Black owned businesses to support. Let’s spend no less than $20, and if we are dining, let’s tip no less than 20%.
We spend about 1.2 Trillion Dollars annually in the same system that was designed to oppress us in the first place. Our loyalty can be and needs to be with us as we will build brands, businesses, corporations and leaders up that are culturally relevant, socially conscious and responsible to the...2020-06-0437 min
Bitch Talk PodcastBasic Bitch with Rafael CasalSend us a textYou never know what to expect from a conversation with Rafael Casal, you just buckle up and enjoy the ride! We get into his childhood in Berkeley, what sparked his love for poetry, battling Swine Flu at the age of 23, colonialism, politics, and the importance of journaling. He dives into why he shouldn't have to choose between being an actor, writer, and musician, and why he'd love to be defined by his art. To cap it off, he introduces us to the term "Phenomenology" and we may have just joined his secret cult....2020-05-2252 min
Black, White, & Mixed5. BWM Recommends?On today's show, the guys discuss some of their favorite works of art by black creators. Click the links below to check them out yourself. And please send us your recs for favorite works by black artists.
Links!
13TH
Blindspotting
WFDD On the Margins
The Case for Reparations
The Narrative
When They See US
As always, we want you to be a part of the discussion. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @blkwhtmxpodcast or send us an email at bwmpodcastmail@gmail.com.
Thanks for listening!2020-05-081h 13
Biracial UnicornsWatching, Listening, ReadingIn this episode we talk entertainment that appeals to us as Biracial Unicorns and each share a thing we're watching, listening to, and reading.
Here is a list of the of the material we discussed in this week's episode
What we’re watching:
Blindspotting. Directed by Carlos López Estrada, written by Daveed Diggs and Rafael Casal, starring Daveed Diggs and Rafael Casal
To All the Boys: P.S. I Still Love You. Directed by Michael Fimingnari, screenplay by Sofia Alvarez J. Mills Goodloe, starring Lana Condor
What we’re li...2020-03-101h 04
Queues and AnswersBlindspottingThis week we take on an EXCELLENT movie from a couple years ago that you probably haven't seen (and definitely should). And to celebrate Black History Month we name-drop a lot of great black art and talk about the importance of being racially aware and giving non-white art a chance. 2020-02-2838 min
Art of the Frame11: "Angel Has Fallen" Editor Gabriel FlemingOn this weeks podcast, Steve talks with Gabriel Fleming, ACE about editing the new Lionsgate film "Angel Has Fallen". Gabriel has a number of large action films under his belt including "Deepwater Horizon" and "Blindspotting". Gabriel is also know for editing TV shows like "Teen Wolf" and "America's Next Top Model".
This week’s episode of the Art of the Cut podcast is brought to you by G-Technology and Filmtools.com. G-Technology is a leading brand for professional-grade storage solutions for the media and entertainment industry. Since their inception in 2004, G-Technology has consistently offered reliable, high-performance hard drive...2019-09-041h 00
The FilmcastEp. 499 - The Top 10 Films of 2018It's that time of the year again where the cast unveil their top movies of the year. This round, David, Devindra, and Jeff don't know what's on each others' lists. Tune in to see what's in the box.
Read about the top five box office lessons in 2018 by David Chen and the power art in Spider-man: Into the Spider-Verse by Siddhant Adlakha on Slashfilm.com
Listen to David’s other podcast Write Along with writer C. Robert Cargill and Devindra's new podcast Know More Tech, answering your question on the latest gadgets.
You can al...2019-01-032h 26
Suite (212)White Screens/Black Images: A conversation about black filmThis week, Tom Overton interviews Dr Clive James Nwonka (http://www.lse.ac.uk/sociology/people/Clive-Nwonka) about White Screen/Black Images - Nwonka's new course about black cinema at the London School of Economics (http://www.lse.ac.uk/resources/calendar/courseGuides/SO/2018_SO4A9.htm). They also discuss issues of diversity (a peculiarly New Labour concept) against equality, the relationship between art, grime and cinema; highlights of the recent London Film Festival; and much more.
SELECTED REFERENCES
James Baldwin
BlacKkKlansman (dir. Spike Lee, 2018) - https://www.theguardian.com/film/2018/aug/18/blackkklansman-spike-lee-film-ku-klux-klan
Blindspotting (dir. Carlos López Estrada, 2018) - h...2018-11-051h 00