Happy Sad Confused

She's got the most anticipated Christmas movie about to drop, a Star Wars movie up next, and a world of opportunities beyond so there's a lot for Josh and filmmaker Patty Jenkins to cover in this chat. Jenkins gets candid about why she almost walked away from the "Wonder Woman" sequel, her disappointment in WB's plan to release all of their movies next year on HBO Max, and how a rarely discussed a...

He very well may be the most important filmmaker working today, delivering challenging spectacles and awe-inspiring entertainments meant for the biggest screen possible. Christopher Nolan returns to the podcast this week as his film, "Tenet", finally becomes available for everyone in their comfort of their homes. In this chat, Christopher chats about the influence of Michael Mann and James Bond fi...

This is the podcast conversation that tried not to happen but damnit, we made sure it did. After losing their first chat to the ravages of technological snafus, Josh and Carrie chat about her quick ascent in TV and film, after a Tony nominated performance in "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?". They chat about Carrie's film debut in David Fincher's "Gone Girl", why "The Leftovers" was so special, he...

Some people have stories and then there's Scott Glenn. He's got all the stories. It's no surprise given the life he's led. In his 80+ years he's been a Marine, a journalist, an actor taken in by Burt Lancaster, and a screen presence notable for versatility and dependability. On this episode, Scott joins Josh to share just a small selection of his stories, from "Apocalypse Now" to "Silence of the L...

Josh welcomes a fellow April fool in actress Mackenzie Davis on this episode of "Happy Sad Confused"! It seems Mackenzie is a cinephile cut from the same cloth as Josh as the two discuss their mutual love of "Death Becomes Her". Plus Mackenzie talks about her new film, "Happiest Season", what the plan was for her "Terminator" films, and why "Blade Runner 2049" was a dream come true. Learn more abo...

Sarah Paulson has evaded the grip of "Happy Sad Confused" no more! On this episode, Josh catches up with one of the hardest working actors in the business to talk about her latest film, "Run", struggling in her 20s, and why her current job, playing Linda Tripp, is the most challenging of her career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

Since breaking out in a big way with "The Wolf of Wall Street", Margot Robbie hasn't wasted any time, creating her own production company, and starring in a slew of varied projects. She joins Josh on this episode to talk about her latest Lucky Chap production, "Dreamland", alongside her co-star Finn Cole, and director Miles Joris-Peyrafitte. Plus the group geek out about their favorite comfort mov...

There's just something about Jason Schwartzman that soothes the spirit. On the big screen, on the small screen, and even on a podcast. Josh catches up with Jason on this episode to talk about their mutual love of the Coen brothers, Bill Murray, and Jason's go to comfort movie, "Groundhog Day." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me...

In a long overdue debut on "Happy Sad Confused", the great comedian and cinephile Patton Oswalt joins Josh to geek out over his favorite B movies, his comfort movie of choice, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At long last Matthew McConaughey is on the podcast! And he does not disappoint, regaling Josh with amazing stories from his life and career and from his new book, "Greenlights". Plus, Josh discovers his unique place in Matthew's career and why he's in his memoir! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you've been stuck inside for awhile, "The Long Way Up" might be just the escape you need. This week on "Happy Sad Confused", best buddies Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman join Josh to talk about their long friendship, their many adventures (their latest chronicled in their new Apple+ series),, and how Ewan helped Josh propose to his wife. Plus Ewan tantalizes Josh with stories of his recent ca...

It's been a pretty cool week for Anya Taylor-Joy. She's got a new Netflix series coming out next week. She's shooting Robert Eggers' new film in Belfast. And and she was just cast as Furiosa in George Miller's next film in the Mad Max universe! There's lots for Josh and Anya to catch up on on this episode, including her passion for all things Harry Potter! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...

Talk about man who needs no introduction. If you love plays, movies, or just flat out great writing, you know and love the work of Aaron Sorkin. Here, the Oscar winner joins Josh on the podcast for the first time to talk about his long in the making, "The Trial of the Chicago 7", the genesis of "The West Wing", and a potential sequel to "The Social Network"! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

The last time Alicia Vikander was on this podcast things were just revving up for the actress. No Oscar, no big action franchise, no husband (who happens to also be one of the greatest acting talents alive, Michael Fassbender!). So there's a lot for Alicia and Josh to catch up on, including her role in "The Glorias", her plans to return as Lara Croft in the "Tomb Raider" sequel, and her love for "...

Josh and Henry Cavill are celebrating their 10 year anniversary with a super geeky conversation about Henry's love of fantasy (and his comfort movies, the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy), his thoughts on the fabled Snyder cut, and his new Netflix film, "Enola Holmes". Plus, Josh welcomes Ben Lyons for a quick chat about their favorite basketball films and the Hoopers Vote project! Learn more about yo...

It's been an impressive last few years for John David Washington, starring in "Ballers", then Spike Lee's "BlacKkKlansman", and culminating now with the lead role in Christopher Nolan's latest spectacular, "Tenet". John David joins Josh to talk about his journey, growing up being known as Denzel's son, and of course a deep dive into one of his favorite films, "Coming to America"! Learn more about...

Kaitlyn Dever joins Josh to talk about her love of acting and music and how it all comes together in one of her favorite movies of all time, "Walk the Line". Plus Kaitlyn discusses the upcoming "Dear Evan Hanson" film, her recent work in "Unbelievable" & "Booksmart", and the new HBO movie, "Coastal Elites"! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad cho...

From "Friday Night Lights" and "Black Mirror" to "The Irishman" and "The Master", Jesse Plemons has been quietly building the kind of career any actor would envy. This week he joins Josh to talk about his newest film, Charlie Kaufman's "I'm Thinking of Ending Things" and a film (well TV mini-series to be precise) that's stuck with him throughout his life, "Lonesome Dove". Learn more about your ad...

We've lost a great talent and a greater man in Chadwick Boseman. In memory of Chadwick, this is his conversation with Josh in 2017 about his life and career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Five years after the release of "Mad Max: Fury Road" and we're still obsessed with George Miller's masterpiece! Josh reunited with George (virtually of course) for this comprehensive retrospective on the film that redefined the action movie genre. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a special episode of "Happy Sad Confused" for many reasons. Josh returns to the podcast for the first time since his father passed away to look back at his own beginnings with his big brother, writer Adam Horowitz ("Once Upon a Time", "Lost", "Tron Legacy"). Adam and Josh talk about the comfort movies they love that were inspired by films their dad introduced them to. Learn more about your...

It's all happening! And if you know that quote, you've come to the right podcast. Dakota Fanning joins Josh on this week's "Happy Sad Confused" for a deep dive into Cameron Crowe's sweet and sad autobiographical work, "Almost Famous". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We know Dave Franco, the actor, but it's time to meet, Dave Franco, the director! On this return visit to "Happy Sad Confused", Dave and Josh talk about why he turned to horror first for his directing debut, "The Rental", and why Dave worships at the altar of Spike Jonze. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been 2 years since "Solo" hit the big screen and Alden Ehrenreich is back at long last. His first project since that showy role? The lead in "Brave New World", helping to launch the Peacock streaming service. Alden joins Josh to talk about that new project but also where he established his film taste and why "It's A Wonderful Live" is his comfort movie of choice. Learn more about your ad choi...

Jai Courtney returns to "Happy Sad Confused" with a new series ("Stateless" on Netflix), a big superhero return ("The Suicide Squad" next year) and some classic Scorsese to talk about! Yes, we're going to back to 1995 for this week's comfort movie, the crime classic from Martin Scorsese, "Casino"! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...