The Clap Podcast

In this episode of The Clap Podcast, we sit down with the crowd runner of Netflix’s breakout series Adolescence to explore the high-wire act of producing a TV show where every episode is filmed in a single take. We dive deep into the making of Episode 2, uncover the pressure-cooker environment of coordinating background talent in real-time, and reveal what it actually takes to keep the one-shot il...

Philip Messina Volume 2 - Black Bag In Volume 2 of our conversation with renowned production designer Philip Messina (The Hunger Games, Ocean’s Eleven), we continue our deep dive into his work on the upcoming spy thriller Black Bag. Messina discusses the creative and technical process behind designing the film’s central house - a location that carries much of the story’s emotional and psychologica...

Join us for a conversation with Better Man’s Oscar-nominated special effects supervisor, Peter Stubbs, as we dive into the magic behind the incredible film 'Better Man'. Peter shares his experience attending the Academy Awards and the challenges of bringing this ambitious film to life. We discuss the collaboration between special effects and visual effects, crafting stunning atmospherics, and tack...

In this episode of The Clap Podcast, we sit down with Craig Wedren and Anna Waronker, the brilliant composers behind the haunting and immersive score of Yellowjackets. From the very beginning, Yellowjackets has captivated audiences with its eerie, tension-filled soundtrack, and with Season 3 on the horizon, Craig and Anna share insights into their creative process, developing the iconic theme song...

Join us for an insightful conversation with Batu Sener , the talented composer behind Better Man, Harold and the Purple Crayon, and Ice Age: The Adventures of Buck Wild. Batu has collaborated extensively with Oscar-nominated composer John Powell, contributing to some of cinema’s most iconic scores. His work includes additional music for Wicked, an Oscar-nominated score, as well as contributions to...

We count down our Top 10 Favourite Films of 2024! Featuring lively debates, unexpected picks, and some surprises, we each share our personal favourite films from this incredible year in cinema. From blockbusters to hidden gems, see which films made our lists and which one emerges as the podcast’s combined Top 5 Films of the Year! Intro: 00:00:00 Top 10 films of 2024: 00:15:07 Podcast Top 5 of the...

INTERVIEW SPECIAL! In this episode of The Clap Podcast, Will Frost sits down with renowned production designer Philip Messina to discuss his incredible career in film. Philip shares fascinating insights into his work on the new A24 horror film Heretic, including collaborating with Hugh Grant and crafting the space of Grant's character, Mr Reed. We also dive into his experiences working on major fr...

In this episode of The Clap Podcast, Will Frost is joined by special guest Aaliyah Walker to dive into the success stories of actors who’ve made the leap to directing. From Hollywood legends to indie powerhouses, we explore how their creative vision has led to some of the best films of recent years. We’ll be talking about the standout wins from directors like Jordan Peele, Clint Eastwood, Michael...

The Clap Podcast discusses the latest Film and TV news including the new trailer for Mickey 17, announcement of a new Oceans movie and the tragic passing of James Earl Jones. Will Frost and Aaliyah Walker also discuss the 2024 remake of 'Speak No Evil' starring James McAvoy as well as Tim Burton's 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice'. Intro - 00:00:00 Rebel Ridge - 00:12:44 Mickey 17 Trailer - 00:14:51 Coke...

The Clap Podcast discusses the new entry in the Alien franchise... ALIEN ROMULUS in this weeks episode. From director Fede Álvarez comes the new sci-fi horror film available in theatres now. Will is joined by special guest Blake Fonti as they give their non-spoiler and spoiler thoughts on ALIEN: ROMULUS and discuss their thoughts on the franchise as a whole. Stay tuned for more. We are available o...

This week The Clap Podcast has its first audio + VISUAL episode! Will Frost and special guest Emma Hayes discuss their experiences making short films at University. They also discuss the latest Film and TV news...including the Megalopolis trailer removal for falsified quotes on Francis Ford Coppola's previous films, as well as the theatrically released Coraline remaster. IN ADDITION, Emma and Will...

Welcome back to The Clap Podcast! This week, we’ve got a MARVEL-ous special lined up for you! Join host Will Frost and special guest Luca Di Natale as they dive deep into the summer blockbuster Deadpool and Wolverine . We’ll break down all the spoiler-filled highlights and surprises from the film. Plus, we’re covering all the biggest news and reveals from this year’s San Diego Comic-Con, including...

Welcome back to The Clap Podcast! Join Will and Brie for a special mid-year review as we recap our personal hits and misses from the year's most talked-about films. We look at how the industry has performed so far and where we believe the year will go. We discuss the competitive drama of "Challengers" to the high-octane action in "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga," we cover the standout moments and surpris...

This week special guest Brie Bartleet and Will Frost discuss the latest in Film and TV news. Brad Pitt's 'F1' has been given a summer of 2025 theatrical release date as well as Sony have confirmed an Uncharted 2 is on the way. This week has seen major trailers drop, including Ridley Scott's 'Gladiator 2' and "We Live In Time' from A24. IN ADDITION, Will and Brie review Ti West's latest entry into...

Welcome back to The Clap Podcast! Will and Toby discuss Luca Guadagnino's latest film CHALLENGERS. Will and Toby review the latest erotic sports drama which stars Zendaya, Mike Faist and Josh O'Connor. In addition, with the online discussion of THE IDEA OF YOU being fan-fiction, Toby tests Will on his knowledge of known fan-fiction films we have seen released. For all this and more, listen on The...

Welcome to The Clap Podcast! This week Will and Toby discuss the latest in Film and TV news including our first look at James Gunn's Superman suit! The photo was posted on social media featuring David Corenswet playing the titular character. In other news we got a terrifying new trailer for the film TWISTERS as well as news that a new EVIL DEAD film may also be in the works! Will and Toby also dis...

Welcome back to the second episode of The Clap Podcast this week! Will and Toby discuss the latest releases including the new horror title from Universal Studios 'ABIGAIL' as well as David Leitch's new action comedy 'The Fall Guy'. Toby and Will also dive into Ex Machina following the release of CIVIL WAR from director Alex garland. Thank you for listening to The Clap Podcast! Socials: @theclap_po...

Welcome back to The Clap Podcast! In the first episode of the week Will and Toby discuss the much anticipated "Deadpool and Wolverine' Trailer. We also saw new trailers for thrillers 'THE WATCHERS' and 'Blink Twice'. In addition, Warner Bros. hit the $1 billion mark at the international box office, as well as Amazon renewed the 'Fallout' series for a season 2. All that and more here on The Clap Po...

Welcome back to The Clap Podcast for a second episode of the week! Will and Toby dive into A24’s CIVIL WAR, a gripping film from director Alex Garland (Ex Machina, MEN). Thank you for listening! @theclap_podcast Hosted by @willfrosty10 and Toby Yeomans

Welcome back to The Clap Podcast! In the first episode of the week Will and Toby discuss the latest in film and tv news. Martin Scorcese in development of a Frank Sinatra biopic with Leonardo DiCaprio, a new R-rated Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in the works at Paramount and Christopher Nolan's 'Interstellar' gets an IMAX 70mm film re-release. Stay tuned for all that and more on The Clap Podcast! F...

Welcome back to the second episode of The Clap Podcast this week! Toby and Will bring you their thoughts on Damien Chazelle's first feature film 'Whiplash'. This critically acclaimed film is an absolute favourite and Will and Toby discuss its development and filmmaking. ALSO Will and special guest Melanie Frost discuss the Amy Winehouse biopic 'Back to Black'. Thank you for listening! Follow us on...

Welcome back to The Clap Podcast! In the first episode of the week Toby and Will discuss the latest and greatest news within the industry. This week we saw confirmation of a 'Matrix 5' in the works as well as 'Dune 3'. We also saw new trailers for anticipated films such as 'Joker: Folie à Deux' and 'Maxxxine'. Here all that and more in this episode. Thank you so much for listening and please follo...

Welcome back to The Clap Podcast! This week Will dives into the latest news including the conclusion of the Disney Proxy battle, as well as the announcement of a remake of 'The War of the Roses' starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Olivia Colman. Will also gives his non-spoiler thoughts on 'Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire' before giving his ranking of all the films in Legendary's Monsterverse franchi...

Welcome back to The Clap Podcast! This week Toby and Will give you their thoughts on the latest film in the Ghostbusters franchise 'Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire'. Be sure to bring your jacket as Will and Toby give you their non-spoiler and spoiler thoughts on the film. In a MAJOR week for news, Will and Toby discuss the latest trailers of the week including 'Bad Boys: Ride or Die' and 'Kinds of Kin...

Welcome back to The Clap Podcast! This week we look at the latest news of the week and give our thoughts on A24's latest film 'Love Lies Bleeding'. Do we have a new 007? We also got trailers for 'Alien: Romulus' and the new Disney+ Series 'The Acolyte'. Will and Toby also give you their non-spoiler and spoiler thoughts on 'Love Lies Bleeding'. Thank you for listening to the show and don't forget t...