Stephen Graham didn't think he'd know the likes of Robert DeNiro and Bruce Springsteen but a lot of talent and hard work has given him the life he couldn't even have dreamed of. He joins Josh to talk about his journey from a working class kid to the heights of film and TV. UPCOMING EVENT! Maya Hawke -- February 10th in NYC -- Tickets here! SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Quince -- Go to Quince.com/happysadco for 365 day returns and free shipping! Check out the Happy Sad Confu...
Feb 24, 2025•1 hr 2 min
Theo James, leading man or comic actor? Maybe both? In his first visit to the podcast, Theo talks about his comedic and musical roots, what he learned from DIVERGENT, why there's a little bit of his WHITE LOTUS character in all of us, and his new horror comedy, THE MONKEY. UPCOMING EVENT! Nathan Lane -- March 20th in New York -- Tickets here SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Quince -- Go to Quince.com/happysadco for 365 day returns and free shipping! Check out the Happy Sad Con...
Feb 21, 2025•46 min
Grab your holy shotguns, it's time to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the horror/noir that is CONSTANTINE! Star Keanu Reeves and director Francis Lawrence join Josh to talk all things CONSTANTINE in this exclusive conversation. UPCOMING EVENT! Nathan Lane -- March 20th in New York -- Tickets here SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Quince -- Go to Quince.com/happysadco for 365 day returns and free shipping! Check out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here...
Feb 17, 2025•53 min
Maya Hawke loves being the embodiment of anxiety for a generation of children thanks to INSIDE OUT 2 but don't worry, she's not THAT anxious in real life. In this live taping of the podcast at the 92nd Street Y, Maya talks about growing up as the daughter of two very famous and accomplished actors, almost being the Little Mermaid, being a part of STRANGER THINGS, and her music career. UPCOMING EVENT! Nathan Lane -- March 20th in New York -- Tickets here! SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Quince -- Go to Qui...
Feb 13, 2025•1 hr 6 min
Colman Domingo hustles. Always has, always will. And lately he's been hustling more than ever, delivering 2 Oscar nominated performances in 2 years while balancing loads of other jobs. The man is in high demand and that means it's taken a while for him to visit the podcast but the time is now. UPCOMING EVENTS! Maya Hawke -- February 10th in NYC -- Tickets here! Nathan Lane -- March 20th in NYC -- Tickets here! Watch Jack Quaid in The Movie Cabinet! SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Quince -- Go to Quince.co...
Feb 10, 2025•56 min
Much has changed for Ke Huy Quan since his last visit. He's now an Oscar winner, a part of the MCU, and with LOVE HURTS, at long last the lead of his own film. Ke joins Josh for another inspiring chat about his journey from THE GOONIES and INDIANA JONES to leaving the business to a triumphant comeback. UPCOMING EVENT! Maya Hawke -- February 10th in NYC -- Tickets here! SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Quince -- Go to Quince.com/happysadco for 365 day returns and free shipping! Check out the ...
Feb 06, 2025•58 min
It's not every week we get two absolute icons making their Happy Sad Confused debut but that's what you're getting with this hysterical combo of Will Ferrell and Reese Witherspoon this week. From closes calls with animals to ELF & ELECTION sequel talk to their new film, YOU'RE CORDIALLY INVITED. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Quince -- Go to Quince.com/happysadco for 365 day returns and free shipping! Check out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here...
Jan 30, 2025•47 min
Michelle Yeoh leads a ragtag group of misfits in the STAR TREK film SECTION 31 and joins Josh on the stage of the 92Y to discuss her approach to fight scenes, why she stayed with Star Trek, and why she's in every big genre property nowadays. Also featured Rob Kazinsky, Omari Hardwick, and Olatunde Osunsanmi SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Quince -- Go to Quince.com/happysadco for 365 day returns and free shipping! Check out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here...
Jan 27, 2025•1 hr 2 min
Adam Scott takes us into the bizarre and mesmerizing world of SEVERANCE, a show he's as obsessed with as all of us. Here he chats with Josh at the 92nd Street Y about his surprising comedy career (STEP BROTHERS, PARKS & RECREATION) and why SEVERANCE is a dream job. Check out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here! We've got discount codes to live events, merch, early access, exclusive episodes, video versions of the podcast, and more! ...
Jan 23, 2025•1 hr 1 min
He's back! In another raucous event taped at the 92nd Street Y, Happy Sad Confused regular Sam Heughan returns to chat about the end of OUTLANDER, the beginning of THE COUPLE NEXT DOOR, the evolution of filming intimate scenes, and how to make the perfect cocktail! Check out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here! We've got discount codes to live events, merch, early access, exclusive episodes, video versions of the podcast, and more! SUPP...
Jan 20, 2025•1 hr 6 min
Adrien Brody may repeat history this year with his second Academy Award win. In this 2021 conversation Josh and Adrien discussed the acclaimed actors beginnings in New York, the disappointment of being cut out of THE THIN RED LINE, the triumph of THE PIANIST, and what might have been to play the Joker for Christopher Nolan. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Quince -- Go to Quince.com/happysadco for 365 day returns and free shipping! UPCOMING LIVE EVENTS 1/20 -- Adam Scott in NYC -- Tickets here 1/23...
Jan 16, 2025•55 min
We're all going to look back at 2024 as the year Margaret Qualley announced herself as fearless actor, from DRIVE AWAY DOLLS and KINDS OF KINDNESS to THE SUBSTANCE. She joins Josh to chat about the latter and how all she really wants is a sweet romcom. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Quince -- Go to Quince.com/happysadco for 365 day returns and free shipping! UPCOMING LIVE EVENTS 1/15 -- Sam Heughan in NYC -- Tickets here 1/20 -- Adam Scott in NYC -- Tickets here 1/23 -- Michelle Yeoh In NYC -- ...
Jan 13, 2025•46 min
Robert Eggers is in a lane seemingly all by himself. His first four films as a director have earned legions of fans and rightfully so -- THE WITCH, THE LIGHTHOUSE, THE NORTHMAN, and now NOSFERATU. He joins Josh to talk about it all including the variety of influences on him and why he's not directing a STAR WARS film anytime soon. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Quince -- Go to Quince.com/happysadco for 365 day returns and free shipping! UPCOMING LIVE EVENTS 1/15 -- Sam Heughan in NYC -- Tickets here 1/...
Jan 09, 2025•46 min
Pamela Anderson is having a career revival thanks to much lauded performance in THE LAST SHOWGIRL. Here she joins the film's director, Gia Coppola, to chat about this major moment in her career and how she's met the moment. Recorded at the 92nd Street Y. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Quince -- Go to Quince.com/happysadco for 365 day returns and free shipping! UPCOMING LIVE EVENTS 1/20 -- Adam Scott at 92Y in NY -- Tickets here Check out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here...
Jan 06, 2025•57 min
NOSFERATU will forever mark a turning point for Lily-Rose Depp and she's on the podcast to mark the moment, talking about not only this extraordinary performance, but her beginnings, expectations because of her parents, THE IDOL, and more. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Uncommon Goods – Visit UncommonGoods.com/podcast/HappySad for 15% off BetterHelp -- Go to BetterHelp.com/HSC for 10% off UPCOMING LIVE EVENTS 1/20 -- Adam Scott at 92Y in NY -- Tickets here Check out the ...
Jan 02, 2025•42 min
Bill Skarsgard already has an iconic villain on his resume (Pennywise) but it doesn't get any more iconic than his latest role as the titular character in NOSFERATU. Bill returns to the podcast to talk about why he gravitates towards dark characters, his love of LORD OF THE RINGS and Batman, and why he's a cat person. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Uncommon Goods – Visit UncommonGoods.com/podcast/HappySad for 15% off BetterHelp -- Go to BetterHelp.com/HSC for 10% off UPCOMING LIVE EVENTS 1/...
Dec 30, 2024•59 min
It's been 25 years since GALAXY QUEST and we’re celebrating this classic sci-do comedy with Sam Rockwell and Justin Long! SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Uncommon Goods – Visit UncommonGoods.com/podcast/HappySad for 15% off BetterHelp -- Go to BetterHelp.com/HSC for 10% off Check out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here! We've got discount codes to live events, merch, early access, exclusive episodes, video versions of the podcast, a...
Dec 25, 2024•47 min
Billy Eichner is living his dream. An obsessive pop culture junkie and performer from the start, Billy’s parents always encouraged him and while it may not be an overnight success story, he’s soared as a brilliant comic performer and versatile actor. Here he chats with Josh about it all from BILLY ON THE STREET to MUFASA: THE LION KING. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Uncommon Goods – Visit UncommonGoods.com/podcast/HappySad for 15% off BetterHelp -- Go to BetterHelp.com/HSC for 10% off Chec...
Dec 23, 2024•57 min
Prepare for a wild ride through the brain of Ben Schwartz, one of the smartest and funniest guests on this podcast always. This time Ben is talking his new SONIC THE HEDGEHOG film but so much more including run-ins with Tom Cruise, Steven Spielberg, and Keanu Reeves. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Uncommon Goods – Visit UncommonGoods.com/podcast/HappySad for 15% off BetterHelp -- Go to BetterHelp.com/HSC for 10% off Check out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here...
Dec 19, 2024•55 min
It's a good season for the Washington family. Denzel is getting awards attention for a scene-stealing turn in GLADIATOR II. Malcolm Washington has made an impressive feature directing debut with THE PIANO LESSON. And speaking of that film, John David Washington has just delivered a fantastic performance bringing him back to the podcast once again, this time for a live taping at the 92nd Street Y. Josh and John David discuss the actors journey from athletics to the stage and screen and how he's n...
Dec 16, 2024•49 min
Aaron Taylor-Johnson doesn't do anything half-way. A chameleon in a leading man's body, he's also assembled quite the superhero resume, from KICK-ASS to Pietro and now to KRAVEN THE HUNTER. He covers it all with Josh in ths rare extended conversation. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! BetterHelp -- Go to BetterHelp.com/HSC for 10% off Uncommon Goods – Visit UncommonGoods.com/podcast/HappySad for 15% off Check out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here...
Dec 13, 2024•57 min
Emma D'Arcy was a revelation to many for their performance in HOUSE OF THE DRAGON. And now in their first podcast chat ever(!) Emma opens about their journey from theater to the absolute center of culture, navigating being a gender non-conforming actor, and why all they want is a sword next season! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 11, 2024•1 hr
If you've seen ANORA, you know what all the fuss is about. Mikey Madison is what's next. She stole scenes in ONCE UPON A TIME IN HOLLYWOOD, definitely made an impression in SCREAM, but it is as the titular Anora that she's made a mark and changed her career forever. She joins Josh here to talk about all of it and the wild ride she's on now. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! BetterHelp -- Go to BetterHelp.com/HSC for 10% off Uncommon Goods – Visit UncommonGoods.com/podcast/Hap...
Dec 09, 2024•58 min
James Gunn takes a break from being one of the busiest men in showbiz (running the creative for the DCU!) to chat with Josh about CREATURE COMMANDOS, SUPERMAN, BATMAN, and so much more. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Uncommon Goods – Visit UncommonGoods.com/podcast/HappySad for 15% off BetterHelp -- Go to BetterHelp.com/HSC for 10% off UPCOMING LIVE EVENTS 12/18 – Billy Eichner at 92Y in NY – Tickets here 12/19 -- Ben Schwartz at 92Y in NY -- Tickets here Check out the ...
Dec 05, 2024•52 min
Natasha Lyonne! Truly there is no one like her. The multi-talented actor, writer, producer, director, and all around fascinating human joins Josh in this live episode taped at the 92nd Street Y. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Uncommon Goods – Visit UncommonGoods.com/podcast/HappySad for 15% off BetterHelp -- Go to BetterHelp.com/HSC for 10% off UPCOMING LIVE EVENTS 12/3 -- John David Washington at 92Y in NY -- Tickets here 12/18 – Billy Eichner at 92Y in NY – Tickets here 12/19 -- Ben Sch...
Dec 03, 2024•56 min
Three of the key actors leading HOUSE OF THE DRAGON assemble for this fun live chat taped at New York Comic Con. Matt Smith, Tom Glynn-Carney, and Fabien Frankel chat with Josh about their HOUSE OF THE DRAGON origin stories, the fandom, the future, and who hasn't seen STAR WARS and LORD OR THE RINGS! SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Uncommon Goods – Visit UncommonGoods.com/podcast/HappySad for 15% off BetterHelp -- Go to BetterHelp.com/HSC for 10% off UPCOMING LIVE EVENTS 12/1 -- Natasha Lyon...
Nov 28, 2024•56 min
Josh is catching up with Paul Mescal at a very interesting time. He's only a few years into his film career but with an Oscar nomination under his belt thanks to AFTERSUN and much loved projects like NORMAL PEOPLE and ALL OF US STRANGERS, he's being tested as a major movie star in GLADIATOR II. In this candid chat, Paul talks about dealing with so much attention and what he's prioritizing with so many opportunities at his feet. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Uncommon Goods – Visit UncommonGoods.com/podca...
Nov 25, 2024•53 min
It's a big moment to check in with Zoey Deutch! Broadway debut? Check. Being directed by the iconic Clint Eastwood? Check. Turning 30? Check! Zoey and Josh cover it all hear plus when are she and Glen Powell going to team up again and what's up with Zoey and scallops?! SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! BetterHelp -- Go to BetterHelp.com/HSC for 10% off Uncommon Goods – Visit UncommonGoods.com/podcast/HappySad for 15% off UPCOMING LIVE EVENTS 12/1 -- Natasha Lyonne at 92Y in NY -- Tickets here ...
Nov 21, 2024•51 min
Much has changed for Barry Keoghan since his last appearance on the podcast. An Oscar nomination, a remarkable turn in SALTBURN, and a quick appearance as the Joker in THE BATMAN, and that's just the tip of the iceberg! Barry joins Josh at the 92nd Street Y to chat about it all and his new film, BIRD. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! BetterHelp -- Go to BetterHelp.com/HSC for 10% off Uncommon Goods – Visit UncommonGoods.com/podcast/HappySad for 15% off UPCOMING LIVE EVENTS 12/3 -- John David ...
Nov 18, 2024•53 min
Richard Rankin is no stranger to Josh but usually it's part of his OUTLANDER group. Now he's finally front and center just as he is in his new series, REBUS! Richard and Josh chat about REBUS, the end of OUTLANDER, and decide once and for all who Sam Heughan loves more. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! BetterHelp -- Go to BetterHelp.com/HSC for 10% off UPCOMING LIVE EVENTS 12/3 -- John David Washington at 92Y in NY -- Tickets here 12/19 -- Ben Schwartz at 92Y in NY -- Tickets here Check ou...
Nov 14, 2024•51 min
