If you listen to this podcast you know one film has been obsessed about for years by Josh and many of his guests. Well it is time at last to discuss "Dune"! Josh welcomes the brilliant Denis Villeneuve (BLADE RUNNER 2049, ARRIVAL) back to the podcast to discuss his ambitious realization of the ultimate passion project. Don't forget to check out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here! We've got exclusive episodes of GAME NIGHT, video versions of the podcast, and more! For all of your media headlines...
Oct 06, 2021•54 min
It's not hyperbole to say this week's guest on "Happy Sad Confused" revolutionized TV as we know it. There was before "The Sopranos" and there's now, a golden age of complex, ambitious, television sagas. David Chase joins Josh on the podcast this week to discuss his return to "The Sopranos" with "The Many Saints of Newark", a gangster film, but also a deeply personal one for Chase. Don't forget to check out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here! We've got exclusive episodes of GAME NIGHT, video ve...
Sep 29, 2021•49 min
Alessandro Nivola has been stealthily putting together an impressive career for about 25 years already but it's only now he's getting the role of a lifetime as the lead in the Sopranos prequel film, "The Many Saints of Newark"! Alessandro joins Josh to chat about this mid-life big break, his early work in films like "Face-Off", and why he loves "Step-Brothers". Don't forget to check out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here! We've got exclusive episodes of GAME NIGHT, video versions of the podcast...
Sep 22, 2021•53 min
She may have been the first person to post for "Happy Sad Confused" photos but somehow Jessica Chastain has never been on the podcast...until now! Forget about how long it took and just enjoy the fun of this lively chat with one of our finest actors! Jessica is starring in 2 projects, HBO's "Scenes From a Marriage", and the new film, "The Eyes of Tammy Faye". Speaking of amazing actors, Josh also catches up with Alicia Vikander to chat about her new film, "Blue Bayou"! Don't forget to check out ...
Sep 15, 2021•1 hr 2 min
Beanie Feldstein may have practically been born singing and dancing but her latest work in "American Crime Story: Impeachment" shows off a much different side of the talent actress. Beanie joins Josh to discuss the responsibility of play Monica Lewinsky, why "Bridesmaids" makes her so emotional, and how she's preparing for a Broadway performance of a lifetime. Don't forget to check out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here! We've got exclusive episodes of GAME NIGHT, video versions of the podcast,...
Sep 08, 2021•53 min
Joseph Gordon-Levitt has been performing in front of a camera for virtually his entire life so yeah, there's a lot to chat about on his first visit to "Happy Sad Confused"! Josh and Joe cover a lot, from "3rd Rock From the Sun" to "The Dark Knight Rises" to his own series he created, "Mr. Corman"! Don't forget to check out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here! We've got exclusive episodes of GAME NIGHT, video versions of the podcast, and more! For all of your media headlines remember to subscribe...
Sep 01, 2021•1 hr 2 min
Adrien Brody is a busy man. He's the lead in the new Stephen King adaptation, "Chapelwaite", he's in the middle of play Pat Riley in a new series about the Lakers of 80s, and there's work to come in "Succession" and Wes Anderson's latest! But that's all just the tip of the ice in this conversation with Josh that dives deep into his childhood, the saga of being cut from "The Thin Red Line", his Oscar win for "The Pianist", and more! Plus Josh checks in with James McAvoy and Sharon Horgan for a fu...
Aug 27, 2021•1 hr 15 min
We've got the best in film and TV accounted for on this episode of "Happy Sad Confused"! First up, Steve Zahn reflects on his career from "Reality Bites" and "That Thing You Do" to the hit new show "The White Lotus". Then, Josh and Eugenio Derbez, talk the Sundance hit, "Coda", which just debuted in theaters and Apple TV+! Don't forget to check out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here! We've got exclusive episodes of GAME NIGHT, video versions of the podcast, and more! For all of your media headl...
Aug 18, 2021•1 hr 7 min
Winston Duke seemingly came out of nowhere to most audiences when he made his debut in "Black Panther". And quite an impression he made. He's followed that up by showing impressive range in Jordan Peele's "Us", and now the indie critical hit, "Nine Days". Winston gets real with Josh about the early influences on his career and how his presence as a large black man in today's society has sometimes put him sadly at risk. Plus Josh catches up with Stephen Lang to reminisce and look forward to "Avat...
Aug 11, 2021•1 hr 5 min
Three years ago James Gunn thought his career was over. Fired by Disney, he pondered his future and well, things didn't look good. What a difference a few years make. On this first visit to Happy Sad Confused (at last!), James reflects on the low-point of his career, his resurrection thanks to THE SUICIDE SQUAD, and why the only Superman movie he wants to make is about his dog. Don't forget to check out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here! We've got exclusive episodes of GAME NIGHT, video versio...
Aug 04, 2021•51 min
For nearly three decades Matt Damon has been seemingly working his way through the great directors of our times so it's natural he'd end up working with a talent like Tom McCarthy (SPOTLIGHT). Matt joins Josh on the podcast for the first time(!) to chat about his new film, STILLWATER, saying no to films like AVATAR and THE DARK KNIGHT, and much more! Plus, stay tuned till the end of the podcast for a catch up with actor/filmmaker Zoe Lister-Jones on her new end of the world comedy (you read that...
Jul 29, 2021•59 min
How could we let an event like "Loki" go by without chatting with one of our faves, Tom Hiddleston?! Tom returns on this episode of the podcast for a deep dive into his beloved Marvel character, plus some geeking out about one of his favorite comfort movies, "Cast Away". Don't forget to check out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here! We've got exclusive episodes of GAME NIGHT, video versions of the podcast, and more! For all of your media headlines remember to subscribe to The Wakeup newsletter h...
Jul 21, 2021•43 min
Colin Farrell loves a good adventure as much as he loves a great part. His latest project, "The North Water" checks both boxes and gives Josh a great excuse to catch up with the Irishman. Of course Josh picks Colin's brain on his role as Penguin in "The Batman" and they even geek out a bit about his comfort movie, "Tootsie"! Don't forget to check out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here! We've got exclusive episodes of GAME NIGHT, video versions of the podcast, and more! For all of your media hea...
Jul 15, 2021•39 min
You never know which Riley Keough you'll see on screen. A true chameleon and an actor never afraid to take a risk, Riley joins Josh on the podcast to talk about her latest film, "Zola", plus her experience making "Mad Max: Fury Road", and why she's obsessed with Harry Potter. Don't forget to check out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here! We've got exclusive episodes of GAME NIGHT, video versions of the podcast, and more! For all of your media headlines remember to subscribe to The Wakeup newslet...
Jul 07, 2021•47 min
Few filmmakers would warrant a return visit just six months after their last trip to "Happy Sad Confuse", but there are few directors like Steven Soderbergh! Since his last visit, he finished a new film ("No Sudden Move"), shot another ("Kimi"), and he produced the Academy Awards! So yeah, there's lots to catch up on this chat! Don't forget to check out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here! We've got exclusive episodes of GAME NIGHT, video versions of the podcast, and more! For all of your media ...
Jun 30, 2021•53 min
Whether you're a fan of Sparks or a newbie like Josh, you'll love Edgar Wright's new documentary, "The Sparks Brothers". Edgar and Sparks themselves join Josh on this episode to chat about the flick, their mutual love of "Ishtar", and how Edgar might be responsible for Anya Taylor-Joy landing the role of Furiosa. Plus, Josh catches up with Paul W. Downs and Lucia Aniello for a quick chat about their new HBO Max series, "Hacks"! Don't forget to check out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here! We've...
Jun 23, 2021•55 min
Emilia Clarke says she's had a pretty low key last year but then you find out she jumped out of a plane for her birthday and created her first comic book so you be the judge. Emilia joins Josh on the podcast for the first time to chat about comics, the end of "Game of Thrones", and her comfort movie, "Sense & Sensibility"! Don't forget to check out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here! We've got exclusive episodes of GAME NIGHT, video versions of the podcast, and more! For all of your media h...
Jun 16, 2021•55 min
The buzz has been building and we're happy to report that the hype is real, "In The Heights" delivers! At the helm is Jon M. Chu, a filmmaker who's been dreaming of directing a movie musical since he was a kid. As you'll see from the film, Jon has the chops. On this episode of "Happy Sad Confused", Jon returns to the podcast to talk about how he brought Lin Manuel Miranda's work to life, kept it personal, and honored a culture. Plus, Jon and Josh talk the upcoming "Wicked" musical, the "Crazy Ri...
Jun 09, 2021•45 min
She's a talk show host, a best-selling author, an actress, but above all else, Chelsea Handler is a stand up comedian and she's showing what she can do with her HBO Max special, "Evolution". Chelsea joins Josh for the first time on the podcast to talk about all of it, including her new podcast of her own, "Dear Chelsea"! Don't forget to check out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here! We've got exclusive episodes of GAME NIGHT, video versions of the podcast, and more! For all of your media headlin...
Jun 02, 2021•48 min
Zack Snyder. Need we say more? One of the most talked about filmmakers of our time finally joins the "Happy Sad Confused" podcast family for a deep dive into his action film loves and pet peeves, his dream DC and Star Wars projects, and much more! Don't forget to check out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here! We've got exclusive episodes of GAME NIGHT, video versions of the podcast, and more! For all of your media headlines remember to subscribe to The Wakeup newsletter here! And listen to THE W...
May 26, 2021•50 min
Listen to Constance Wu talk for five minutes and you'll know how much she LOVES being an actor. On this episode of the podcast, Constance joins Josh for her first appearance on the show to discuss her new show, "Solos", why she still takes acting classes to this day, and her dreams of being in a movie musical! Check out a brand new episode of HAPPY SAD CONFUSED GAME NIGHT with Jane Levy, Skylar Astin, and Max Minghella here! For all of your media headlines remember to subscribe to The Wakeup new...
May 19, 2021•53 min
From being discovered by Oprah(!) to "Popular" to "Talladega Nights" all the way to playing a superhero in the new Netflix series, "Jupiter's Legacy", Leslie Bibb has persevered and prospered thanks to tenacity, hard work, and talent. She joins Josh all the way from Australia on this episode to talk about it all! And yes, the great Sam Rockwell makes a cameo to say hi! To watch this episode of "Happy Sad Confused" and check out our new "Game Night" series and more, join the Happy Sad Confused pa...
May 12, 2021•1 hr 18 min
Andrew Garfield returns to "Happy Sad Confused" at last and there's a ton to talk about, including his new film, "Mainstream", his love of "Paddington 2", and all those rumors of his return to playing Spider-Man! Plus, Josh welcome Sam Heughan, Colin O'Donoghue, and Katherine McNamara for a special preview of "Happy Sad Confused: Game Night"! To watch Sam, Colin, and Kat on Game Night, go to the new Happy Sad Confused patreon page here! For all of your media headlines remember to subscribe to Th...
May 04, 2021•1 hr
Enjoy this small preview of Josh's new show, "Happy Sad Confused: Game Night", available exclusively on the Happy Sad Confused patreon page! On this first episode, Josh plays games with Sam Heughan, Colin O'Donoghue, and Katherine McNamara! CLICK HERE to join the new patreon and WATCH this new video show in its entirety! For all of your media headlines remember to subscribe to The Wakeup newsletter here! And listen to THE WAKEUP podcast here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/...
May 03, 2021•18 min
Way before "The West Wing", Bradley Whitford was sneaking around in your pop culture sub conscious, or at least was for Josh. On this episode of "Happy Sad Confused", Bradley joins Josh for the first time to chat about this journey from character actor to the star of one of the most beloved TV shows of all time ("The West Wing" of course). Bradley can currently be seen in season 4 of "The Handmaid's Tale". For all of your media headlines remember to subscribe to The Wakeup newsletter here! And l...
Apr 28, 2021•52 min
He's a writer, a director, a crazily prolific producer, and now a podcaster! The hilarious and brilliant Adam McKay returns to "Happy Sad Confused" for a wide ranging chat. From his new podcast "Death at the Wing" and his upcoming film "Don't Look Up" (starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence!) to his dreams of a "Silver Surfer" film, there's a lot to chew on in this episode. For all of your media headlines remember to subscribe to The Wakeup newsletter here! And listen to THE WAKEUP pod...
Apr 22, 2021•40 min
We've got a living legend on "Happy Sad Confused" this week! From his debut film, "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" to "Taxi" to Back to the Future" to "Who Framed Roger Rabbit", Christopher Lloyd is a huge part of the pop culture landscape. At 82, he's going strong with two new movies, and a TV show! For all of your media headlines remember to subscribe to The Wakeup newsletter here! And listen to THE WAKEUP podcast here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more...
Apr 14, 2021•45 min
Cristin Milioti has been stealthily racking up the eclectic acting career. But those who know...know. She's one of the most versatile and exciting actors working today. Cristin joins Josh on the podcast for the first time to chat about everything from Broadway and "Wolf of Wall Street" to "Palm Springs" and her new HBO Max series, "Made for Love". For all of your media headlines remember to subscribe to The Wakeup newsletter here! And listen to THE WAKEUP podcast here! Learn more about your ad c...
Apr 07, 2021•55 min
"Happy Sad Confused" loves a good family dynasty and on this episode Josh welcomes not only previous guest Kurt Russell's son, Wyatt, but his grandchild! Ok, said newborn just cries a little but that's still 3 generations of Russells in our book and we'll take it. Wyatt joins Josh to talk about his transition from hockey to acting and now superhero status as he dons the iconic Captain America suit in "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier"! For all of your media headlines remember to subscribe to Th...
Mar 31, 2021•57 min
If there's a podcast that enjoys talented, droll, self-deprecating Brits more than "Happy Sad Confused", let us know, we'd like to check it out! In the meantime enjoy one of our favorites, Martin Freeman, returning to the podcast to chat about his very personal show, "Breeders", where he's at with the future of "Sherlock", and why "Sleuth" is his comfort movie! Check out Anthony Mackie and Sebastian Stan on STIR CRAZY here! For all of your media headlines remember to subscribe to The Wakeup news...
Mar 23, 2021•53 min
