Episodes

  • A CONVERSATION WITH DON THEERATHADA: The Matrix, John Wick, and Learning Stunts with Jackie Chan

    A CONVERSATION WITH DON THEERATHADA: The Matrix, John Wick, and Learning Stunts with Jackie Chan
    Mar 25 2026
    Stunt Coordinator Don Theerathada joins Hollywood Gold to discuss his journey from action star in Thailand to working on major Hollywood productions. He shares how meeting Jackie Chan helped launch his career and reflects on his experiences on films like The Matrix, John Wick, and Pirates of the Caribbean. Don also breaks down the role of stunt coordinators, the importance of preparation and safety, and why top action stars like Keanu Reeves and Tom Cruise stand out for their discipline and commitment to the craft.

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    56 mins
  • 2026 Oscar Recap with Producer Riva Marker

    2026 Oscar Recap with Producer Riva Marker
    Mar 18 2026
    On this episode of Hollywood Gold, Daniela and producer Riva Marker return for an Oscar recap, breaking down the biggest moments from the 98th Academy Awards. They discuss major wins for One Battle After Another, including Best Picture and Best Director for Paul Thomas Anderson, alongside standout victories for Sinners, with Michael B. Jordan taking Best Actor and Autumn Arkapaw making history with her cinematography win. They also unpack surprise wins, memorable speeches, and the overall vibe of a ceremony that felt like a warm celebration of filmmaking. Along the way, they touch on standout fashion, a nostalgic Bridesmaids reunion, and what the night’s results say about where the industry is heading next.

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    39 mins
  • LA LA LAND: How Damien Chazelle's Unwavering Vision Ushered in a New Era of Movie Musicals

    LA LA LAND: How Damien Chazelle's Unwavering Vision Ushered in a New Era of Movie Musicals
    Mar 11 2026

    Producer Fred Berger guides us through the making of 2016's wildly popular musical LA LA LAND starring Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone. The film was the brainchild and passion project of director Damien Chazelle, but as a young and new filmmaker, no studio was willing to take a chance on his vision for a big movie musical that he wanted to be both nostalgic and incredibly modern. In order to prove himself, he made 2014's Oscar-winning WHIPLASH, and soon it was off to the races with producers Fred Berger and Jordan Horowitz, whose faith in him never wavered.


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    57 mins
  • 2026 Oscar Nominations with Producer Riva Marker

    2026 Oscar Nominations with Producer Riva Marker
    Mar 4 2026

    On this episode of Hollywood Gold, Daniela and producer Riva Marker return for their annual Oscar predictions, breaking down the biggest categories from Best Picture to acting, directing, writing, and the newly added casting category. They debate the race between Sinners and One Battle After Another, share insider knowledge into what drives Academy voters, and make their final calls ahead of Hollywood’s biggest night.


    This episode is sponsored by Film Parliament, an online course that teaches filmmakers how to schedule and budget a feature film. Built by a working producer, the course is practical, hands-on, and designed to help you move your project forward with confidence.


    Get 10 percent off with code GOLD10 at filmparliament.com.

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    37 mins
  • SENTIMENTAL VALUE: Stellan Skarsgård, Friendship, and Playful Filmmaking

    SENTIMENTAL VALUE: Stellan Skarsgård, Friendship, and Playful Filmmaking
    Feb 25 2026
    Editor Olivier Bugge Coutté joins us to reveal how he and Director Joachim Trier used nonlinear storytelling, formally playful filmmaking, and layered emotional arcs to craft the character-driven tapestry of Sentimental Value. Reflecting on their friendship, which began in film school, Coutté shares the kinds of films that shaped their sensibilities and explores why their intimate, international collaborations, including The Worst Person in the World, resonate so deeply with American audiences. He also discusses his approach to editing ensemble films, what the ending means to him as an artist, and offers insight into Gustav’s motivations, as portrayed by Stellan Skarsgård, throughout the film. Be sure to catch this nominated film before the 2026 Academy Awards!

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    54 mins
  • MONEYBALL: Brad Pitt's Billy Beane and the Team That Rewrote Baseball

    MONEYBALL: Brad Pitt's Billy Beane and the Team That Rewrote Baseball
    Feb 18 2026
    Producer Rachael Horowitz joins Hollywood Gold to talk about the making of Moneyball, the underdog baseball story that became one of the defining sports films of the era. Horowitz traces her unconventional path into producing and walks listeners through the film’s long, high-stakes development, from surviving a bidding war to optioning Michael Lewis’s book, an abrupt director change that ultimately brought Bennett Miller on board, and major shifts in post-production that helped define the final film. In this episode, she reveals how Moneyball evolved into something more than a sports movie: a deeply personal story about devotion, identity, and the love affair between a man and his work.

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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • SINNERS: Ryan Coogler, Vampires, the Record-Breaking 2026 Oscar Nominee

    SINNERS: Ryan Coogler, Vampires, the Record-Breaking 2026 Oscar Nominee
    Feb 11 2026
    Line Producer Kenneth Yu joins Hollywood Gold discuss the record breaking, Oscar-nominated film, Sinners. From the challenges of shooting in Louisiana to working with acclaimed director Ryan Coogler, Yu shares the highs and lows of the adventure that was creating this groundbreaking film. Diving into behind-the-scenes stories about building entire sets in the middle of nowhere, the technical magic behind filming Michael B. Jordan as twins, and the unpredictable chaos of shooting on location, this episode will be sure to leave you surprised. Be sure to watch before the 2026 Academy Awards!

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    52 mins
  • MIRACLE: Team USA, Olympic Hockey, and the Movie Behind the Miracle

    MIRACLE: Team USA, Olympic Hockey, and the Movie Behind the Miracle
    Feb 4 2026
    Producer Mark Ciardi joins us to discuss Miracle, the rousing 2004 ice hockey drama, in anticipation of the 2026 Olympic Winter Games. A former professional athlete himself, Ciardi shares how he came to develop the film, from shaping the screenplay to taking a chance on up-and-coming director Gavin O’Connor. He also recounts the challenge of balancing dramatic storytelling with authentic on-ice action, casting real hockey players and filming live crowds at college games. Miracle ultimately emerged as an enduring and beloved American sports film, delivering an unforgettable underdog story through the triumph of the 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team.

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    56 mins