Brew Stories operates under the belief that stories are powerful tools for educating, empowering, and entertaining. We have found this to be true throughout our years of listening to the stories of those in our immediate San Diego coffee community, as well as our respective homes. Our vision with this blog is to continue to pick the minds of those whom we look up to within the industry, and to make this wealth of knowledge available to our listeners for the sake of empowering individuals to ...
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Rock music from the mid 60s onwards - podcasts, features and much more
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Film Stories with Simon Brew is a podcast that looks to dig into the stories behind popular movies.From troubled productions, to rights issues, to difficulties with release to films nearly falling apart, the podcast will be looking at the stories that don't always seem apparent when watching a movie! The podcast is hosted by Simon Brew, the founder of Den Of Geek. You can find Simon at www.twitter.com/simonbrew
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Nick Kershaw discusses his upcoming UK tour dates, songwriting process, and collaborations with other artists. He recalls writing ‘Wouldn’t It Be Good’ and ‘The Riddle’, his influences and his excellent recent solo work. Nik also shares insights into his songwriting approach, emphasising the importance of following the melody and incorporating humo…
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Dungeons And Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (2023) and The Phantom Of The Opera (2004)
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Two films in this episode that for different reasons needed a fair amount of time to come to the screen. Dungeons And Dragons: Honor Among Thieves didn't turn up until 2023, yet for many years, there was a rights battle over which studio could make a D&D movie. Even when the rights were sorted, challenges still lay ahead. With The Phantom Of The Op…
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Robin Trower remembers his classic album ‘Bridge Of Sighs’, its the recording process and the inspiration behind its songs. He also covers his time in Procol Harum, solo highlights, the everlasting voice of James Dewar, collaborations with Jack Bruce and upcoming live shows. Further information Bridge Of Sighs (50th Anniversary Deluxe Edition) Robi…
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In conversation with Fiona Shaw - IF, Terrence Malick, Super Mario Bros, The Avengers, Brian De Palma and more.mp3
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In a special episode of the podcast, Fiona Shaw CBE is the guest, as she joins to chat about her career, and her latest movie, IF. Topics of conversation in this chat? The problem with her bathroom, plus working on films such as Super Mario Bros and The Avengers. Then there's her time working with Terrence Malick, her work with Brian De Palma, and …
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Halloween (2018) and Rocky V (1990)
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The Halloween franchise was at a crossroads after Rob Zombie's 2009 movie, Halloween II. There was only one logical thing to do next: er, Halloween 3D, which was set for the early 2010s. The first in a line of false starts, that'd eventually take us to 2018's wildly-successful reboot/reimagining. Some reshoot work on that was done for the ending to…
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In conversation with director Wes Ball - Kingdom Of The Planet Of The Apes and more
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With his new film, Kingdom Of The Planet Of The Apes, now out in cinemas, director Wes Ball joins the Film Stories podcast for a long chat about the new film, and his career to date. From his early shorts, to his fast work on Celebrity Apprentice (and boy, is there a story there), we then move through to The Maze Runner, The Mouse Guard, and right …
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Terri Thal – Dave, Bob and Me
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Terri Thal shares her memories of the Greenwich Village folk music scene of the 1960s. She covers her long association with Dave Van Ronk and her role in managing Bob Dylan’s early career. Terri shares the excitement of witnessing the birth of a new musical movement and personal insights into Dylan, Van Ronk, and other key figures of the time. Furt…
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Star Wars The Rise Of Skywalker (2019) and Road House (2024)
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It's taken nearly 400 episodes, but a Star Wars film finally takes centre stage. It's 2019's saga-ending The Rise Of Skywalker, a film that was announced in 2012, and went through, well, 'changes' over the ensuing years. The planned remake of Road House actually started life roughly around the same time, and there were a couple of false starts. But…
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Philip Norman on John Lennon
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Beatles biographer Philip Norman talks about the life and legacy of John Lennon. He shares insights into John’s childhood, personality, relationship with Yoko Ono, and the breakup of The Beatles. Philip recounts meeting The Beatles and Yoko, providing behind-the-scenes stories. He analyses Lennon’s debut solo album ‘Plastic Ono Band’, exploring its…
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Kimono My House at 50
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Martin Gordon, bassist for Sparks’ ‘Kimono My House’ takes us behind-the-scenes of this classic album. For its 50 anniversary, Martin shares details about the rehearsals, studio sessions, and interactions with the band members and the team involved. He discusses the creative input he had in shaping the basslines and arrangements, as well as the ten…
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In conversation with Drew Pearce: The Fall Guy, Iron Man 3, Hobbs & Shaw, No Heroics and lots more
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In a special episode, Drew Pearce joins us for a chat about his journey from making British TV show No Heroics through to writing the brand new blockbuster The Fall Guy. Key moments? Getting stuck in Los Angeles thanks to an Icelandic volcano, landing the job of writing Iron Man 3, working out what his hourly rate was for penning a $1bn blockbuster…
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Independence Day: Resurgence (2016) and Sunshine On Leith (2013)
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Roland Emmerich and Dean Devlin had been asked questions many times about making a sequel to their 1996 smash hit Independence Day. Several times they came close to doing so over the years, including an ambitious plan to shoot two films back to back at one stage. Yet when it came time to move forward, the big question they faced: would Will Smith w…
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Billy Morrison discusses The Morrison Project and shares insights into the collaborative process behind the album, working with various artists including Ozzy Osbourne and Linda Perry. He also reflects on his musical influences and playing with The Cult and Billy Idol. Further information Billy Morrison ‘The Morrison Project’ Billy Morrison podcast…
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John Fiddler – Medicine Head
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John Fiddler of Medicine Head traces his musical journey from the 1960s to present. John covers new album ‘Heartwork’, forming Medicine Head, getting their break through John Peel and support from John Lennon and Pete Townshend, his major 1970s hits, and time in British Lions and Box of Frogs. Further information medicinehead.rocks Medicine Head’s …
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Quentin Tarantino's 10th film (unreleased) and Erin Brockovich (2000)
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A film that's not yet happened - at the time of recording! - takes centre stage in this Film Stories episode. In 2019, Quentin Tarantino released his apparently penultimate film as director - Once Upon A Time In Hollywood - but five years on, it's no clearer what his final film will be. It doesn't look like it's going to be The Movie Critic, as had…
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In conversation with Dan Stevens
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In this special episode of Film Stories, Dan Stevens joins Simon to talk about his latest film, Abigail. They talk about the making of the film, the sort-of crossover with Cocaine Bear, and why it needed to be shot in a certain order. Plus, they also touch on drinking receptables, Colossal, choosing roles, and a whole lot more... Learn more about y…
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Ian Hunter takes us through new album Defiance Part 2: Fiction, solo highlights and his past in Mott the Hoople. Ian covers his approach for songwriting and evolution over his career spanning the 1960s Hamburg music scene, leading Mott and collaborating with Brian May, David Bowie and Mick Ronson. Further information ianhunter.com Ian Hunter podcas…
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Paul Hanley on Buzzcocks
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Paul Hanley is in conversation with Jason Barnard for The CAT Club in Pontefract, Yorkshire. Guided by Paul’s book ‘Sixteen Again’, he highlights the critical and lasting influence of Buzzcocks. He reveals the special bond between a teen and their beloved band, reflects on the significance of their album ‘A Different Kind of Tension’ and the legacy…
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Saving Private Ryan (1998) and Mass (2021)
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Two risky films take centre stage in this episode of Film Stories, starting with Steven Spielberg's Saving Private Ryan. A 170-minute film released in the midst of a summer jammed with over 100 films to choose from in cinema. Who would have thought it'd prevail at the box office? Spielberg for one wasn't too worried: but also, he came to it directl…
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Phil Manzanera – Revolución to Roxy
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Phil Manzanera discusses his life covered in his new memoir, Revolución to Roxy. Phil reveals his unique childhood across the word including Cuba and Hawaii, meeting David Gilmour which inspired him to pursue music professionally, joining Roxy Music and their intense schedule of albums and touring in the 1970s. Phil also explores Roxy’s creative pr…
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Scoop (2024), with director Philip Martin
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In this special episode of the Film Stories podcast, Simon is joined by director Philip Martin, chatting days after the release of his latest film. That movie is Scoop, the dramatisation of the infamous BBC interview with Prince Andrew. The pair chat about Philip's early work, his time in Canada trying to break into the film industry, then jetting …
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Saltburn (2023) and Mean Girls (2024)
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A pair of bang up to the minute films in this episode of Film Stories, both of which enjoyed the fruits of viral marketing. Saltburn (2023) had been in the head of its writer/director Emerald Fennell for years before she even got to work on her Oscar-winning Promising Young Woman (2020). The catalyst? A really rather famous scene in with a bathtub.…
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Music from Laurel Canyon
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David Wells delves into the Laurel Canyon music community of the late 60s and early 70s, tracing its The post Music from Laurel Canyon appeared first on The Strange Brew .Von Jason Barnard
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In conversation with Dolph Lundgren
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In a special episode of the Film Stories podcast, Simon is joined by Dolph Lundgren. Yep, that Dolph Lundgren: not only Ivan Dragon, but a writer, director, actor, TED Talker, academic and lover of cats. They chat about his latest directorial outing, Wanted Man, that's available on UK digital services now. Plus, which version of Rocky IV is the bes…
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Wesley Stace delves into the lyrical landscapes of his songs, transition from John Wesley Harding and collaborations with The post Wesley Stace appeared first on The Strange Brew .Von Jason Barnard
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Dave Scott Morgan – ELO
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Dave Scott-Morgan explores his highlights intertwined with the Birmingham music scene of the 1960s and 1970s. From his The post Dave Scott Morgan – ELO appeared first on The Strange Brew .Von Jason Barnard
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Ghostbusters II (1989), plus Ernie Hudson
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There's a Ghostbusters theme running through this episode of Film Stories, starting off with a dive into 1989's Ghostbusters II. Dismissed by critics on its release and not matching the commercial performance of the 1984 original, the movie had a very difficult path to the screen. Then, when it finally started moving forward, it found itself in a q…
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Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (2024), with co-writer and director Gil Kenan
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In a special episode of the Film Stories podcast, director and co-writer Gil Kenan joins to talk about his latest movie, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. He tells Simon about being one of four people to direct a Ghostbusters movie, and the one moment where it hit him how monumental that was. Plus, how filming got underway one year before release, the p…
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Mike Vickers – Manfred Mann
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Mike Vickers, co-founder of Manfred Mann, digs deep into his career. Mike covers his early years with the The post Mike Vickers – Manfred Mann appeared first on The Strange Brew .Von Jason Barnard
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A View To A Kill (1985) and Buster (1988)
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It's back to the 1980s in this episode of the Film Stories podcast, kicking off with one last James Bond 007 adventure for Roger Moore. A View To A Kill - teased at the end of 1983's Octopussy as From A View To A Kill - came together initially with little fuss for a James Bond movie. Roger Moore was quickly invited back. John Glen was asked to dire…
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Film Stories in conversation with Phillip Noyce - Fast Charlie, Clear And Present Danger, Patriot Games, Blind Fury, Rabbit Proof Fence and more
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In a special episode of the Film Stories podcast, director Phillip Noyce joins Simon for a good, long chat. They talk about many of films from across Noyce’s career, starting with his latest, Fast Charlie. The Pierce Brosnan-headlined pulpy thriller has quite the story of its own. From there, the conversation moves across Noyce’s career: from the p…
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Michelle Phillips – The Mamas & The Papas
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Michelle Phillips of The Mamas & The Papas speaks about her life and time in the group. From The post Michelle Phillips – The Mamas & The Papas appeared first on The Strange Brew .Von Jason Barnard
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Dunkirk (2017) and Dangerous Minds (1995)
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With Christopher Nolan now an Oscar-winner, this particular episode of Film Stories begins by zipping back to 2017, when he had a his first serious drive-by of the Academy Awards. That'd be with Dunkirk, the first time he told a true story on film. It took him a long time to be in a position where he felt confident enough to make the film - and eve…
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