FLEABAG with Dr. Stephanie Castillo

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08/09/23 • 42 min

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Where do you turn to when you need to cope with something? Ideally, there’s a friend or family member you can talk to, or maybe an activity that lets you physically expel all your negative feelings, or maybe even a movie or a tv show you could watch. Obviously these options aren’t the only things that can be coping mechanisms. And sometimes these mechanisms can actually be kinda harmful.

Fleabag is a hilarious and thoughtful provoking comedy whose title character talks to the viewer as a way to cope with tragedy. And while it provides us as an audience with a ton of laughs, it serves as a crutch for the character to avoid connecting with those around her. But the act of talking into a camera can sometimes prove beneficial, as is the case with my guest today.

Dr. Stephanie Castillo is a trained scientist-turned video producer whose platform, Phuture Doctors, pulls back the curtain on what going through an academic doctoral program is like. Unlike Fleabag, Stephanie shared her struggles with an audience in order to connect with and inform those that were going through a similar struggle in their quest for knowledge.

Stephanie and I talk about the power of showcasing vulnerability, how Fleabag tackles seemingly taboo topics and the struggles of finding a supportive community. Stephanie and I go back a few years and have even worked on projects together, so while it was a blast to chat about this incredibly funny show, it was even more fun just hanging out with a friend.
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The things that get us interested in watching something vary from person to person. It could be the cast, it could be a striking visual we’ve seen teased on the internet or even something broad like just the genre. But what if the thing that you hooked was just a question? A question like, “Who killed Laura Palmer?”
Twin Peaks asked audiences that question before the show even aired. Promotional ads in papers and on television invited folks to journey to a small, sleepy town in the pacific northwest to find the answer. Disguised as a simple whodunnit, Twin Peaks redefined what TV was capable of. Creators Mark Frost and David Lynch ventured into the absurd, the twisted, the quirky, the nightmarish, the uncomfortable and the charming to bring about a turning point in television history. And for today’s guest, the question of "Who Killed Laura Palmer?" became secondary to the unique and subversive story portrayed in Twin Peaks.
Jace Lacob is a writer and podcaster currently hosting the Masterpiece Studio podcast from PBS, a companion to the network’s long running anthology series. Having worked for decades in and around the television industry, covering and interviewing thousands of actors, writers and directors, for Jace things seem to always come back to Twin Peaks. We chat about his time working in television journalism, the time he made Cheryl Lee cry and what Twin Peaks teaches us about trying to know all the answers.
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Calling all cinephiles and Coen Brothers enthusiasts! Join us as we deconstruct the breathtakingly suspenseful film 'No Country for Old Men' with our special guest, screenwriter and podcast host Tricia Aurand. In this thought-provoking conversation, we delve into the movie's non-conventional narrative structure, the instrumental role of violence in the film, and the impact these elements have on us, the audience. Tricia also provides a glimpse into her journey as a working parent and how the demands of parenthood have transformed her approach to writing.
Continuing our discourse, we delve into the existential themes embodied in the movie and their indispensable role in storytelling. We dissect the unambiguous conclusion the Coen Brothers present and how it compels us, the viewers, to grapple with nihilism. Hear why Tricia firmly believes that narratives should resonate with audiences on a deeper level. If you're looking for an episode that provides a mindful exploration of the themes steering the plot of a movie and their profound impact on the viewers, you're in the right place!
Our journey culminates as we reflect on Tricia's initial experience with 'No Country for Old Men'. We discuss the gripping atmosphere of the movie, how the creators manage to sustain suspense without relying on cliched cinematic tricks, and the critical role of Roger Deakins' cinematography in this. Discover how the characters and the storyline connect us to the film on a profound level, leaving us with an enduring sense of tension and suspense. Prepare yourself for an enlightenment-filled conversation you wouldn't want to miss!
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