4.38-Author Interview with Suzanne Ferriss

4.38-Author Interview with Suzanne Ferriss

Author: Jonathan Ytreberg April 28, 2026 Duration: 26:37
Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, Suzanne Ferriss, author of the new book, Greta Gerwig: Filmmaker makes a return to the podcast following her first appearance almost three years ago. Listen to hear about the central theme of fashion and how the word "fashion" can come to have multiple meanings, why Gerwig (and other female directors) are more often recognized as writers than directors, and Gerwig's preference to be referred to as a "realizer" of films and the collaboration inherent in tha...

There's a whole century of stories waiting in the Academy's archives, and The Oscar Project Podcast is digging through every single one. Instead of just focusing on the current awards season, this show takes the long view, working its way through every film ever nominated for an Oscar starting all the way back in 1929. Each episode is a deep dive into a specific year or a particular film, unpacking not just the cinematic craft on screen but the historical context that shaped it. You'll hear about forgotten gems, surprising snubs, and how the art of filmmaking has evolved over decades. Alongside these detailed reviews and discussions, the podcast regularly features conversations with filmmakers, historians, and authors who provide unique insights into the industry's past and present. It’s for anyone who loves film history as much as the movies themselves, offering a structured but fascinating journey through Hollywood's most celebrated-and sometimes controversial-moments. Tune in to this thoughtfully crafted podcast for a richer understanding of how the Oscars have reflected, and sometimes directed, the entire trajectory of modern cinema.
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4.42-Morocco with Jake Myshrall [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:29
Send us Fan Mail Today's episode is my conversation about the 1930 film Morocco I'm joined by Jake Myshrall who writes the Film Runner newsletter, and we talk about how stars like Marlene Dietrich were treated both on sc…
4.41-The Doorway to Hell with Jeff Kramer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:38
Send us Fan Mail Today's episode is my conversation about the 1930 film The Doorway to Hell I'm joined by Jeff Kramer who writes The Death Star Human Resources Department Newsletter, and we talk about comparisons between…
4.40-Filmmaker Interview with Radha Mehta #2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:43
Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, I interview Radha Mehta, director of the short film "Sūnna," a look at the experience of a young girl losing her hearing and how that will impact the music that she shares with her mo…
4.39-Whoopee! with Dan Pal [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:52
Send us Fan Mail Today's episode is my conversation about the 1930 film Whoopee! I'm joined by Dan Pal who writes the PalCinema, Television, & Music newsletter, and we talk about how the film feels more like a collection…
4.37-Laughter with Beth Lisogorsky [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:43
Send us Fan Mail Today's episode is my conversation about the 1930 film Laughter. I'm joined by Beth Lisogorsky who writes the You Need to Watch This newsletter, and we talk about the wild mess of relationships we see on…
4.36-Author Interview with Ray Morton [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:15
Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, I interview Ray Morton, author of the book, King Kong: The History of a Movie Icon –Revised and Updated Edition. Listen to hear about why King Kong has endured in popular culture for…
4.35-Filmmaker Interview with Vanessa Esteves [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:51
Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, I interview Vanessa Esteves, director of the short film "Christopher & the Bug," a heartwarming animated short about a reclusive owl whose solitary world is upended by an unexpected v…
4.34-Holiday with Swabreen Bakr [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:07
Send us Fan Mail Today's episode is my conversation about the 1930 film Holiday. I'm joined by Swabreen Bakr who writes the Anti-Brain Rot newsletter, and we talk about the variations between the play, this version of th…
4.33-Author Interview with Paul Fischer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:48
Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, I interview Paul Fischer, author of the new book, The Last Kings of Hollywood: Coppola, Lucas, Spielberg―and the Battle for the Soul of American Cinema. Listen to hear about tackling…
4.32-Kicking Off the 4th Oscars with Kevin Pettit [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:51
Send us Fan Mail Today's episode is the beginning of my conversations about the films nominated at the 4th Academy Awards. I'm joined by Kevin Pettit who writes the See You at the Movies newsletter and we break down some…