Award-winning filmmaker Jack Dunphy shares his struggles with addiction, mental illness, loss and just being a general f*ck-up. Each week, he welcomes an actor, writer, filmmaker, musician or comedian, some of whom Jack has fractured relationships with, to discuss their shared issues and make amends when possible.
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Award-winning filmmaker Jack Dunphy shares his struggles with addiction, mental illness, loss and just being a general f*ck-up. Each week, he welcomes an actor, writer, filmmaker, musician or comedian, some of whom Jack has fractured relationships with, to discuss their shared issues and make amends when possible.
In the season one finale, Jack is interviewed by his mother and aunt. They remind him how difficult he was as a child and when he was using, and Jack airs some grievances. Jack's mom recounts the times she had to pick him up from jail and admit him to a psych ward. Past guests call in too. And ... Jack interviews his late best friend, John Cibula.
"Public Servant of Cinema" Kathy Del Beccaro speaks with Jack for the first time in five years about how an article he wrote about her negatively affected her. They recount the unique relationship they had when they were both active alcoholics, and discuss whether or not they
can reignite their friendship as non-drinkers.
Actor-singer Jessie Pinnick challenges Jack as to why he needs to make hyper-personal work at the expense of his personal relationships. She also talks about finally being able to take herself seriously as an artist, getting over self-loathing, and some of her and Jack's worst fights as collaborators.
In lieu of a proper episode, enjoy more of Jack's conversation with writer Laura Albert a.k.a. JT Leroy. Laura speaks on the backlash she faced after being outed for not "really" being JT Leroy, gender fluidity, and how to politically activate people through art. Jack will be back with a regular episode next week.
Actor-comedian Mike Cullen joins one of his oldest friends, Jack, to discuss how Jack used to be a bit "dramatic" for his taste, the obstacles of trying to make it in L.A., depression, food addiction, receiving sage advice from Bob Odenkirk, and working with the late Biff Wiff. Check his hilarious videos out at @mikeccullen and his album Red Rings of Death (under the stage name Airball Mike), coming soon.
Actor-comedian-filmmaker-dancer Eleanore Pienta and Jack bond over having dead dads. Eleanore also opens up about the societal stigma she faces for dating a man her dad's age, and why she makes things. Visit Eleanore's website, https://www.eleanorepienta.org, for all things Eleanore.
Ena Da, a.k.a. @park_slope_arsonist, is a comedian, digital creator and viral sensation. She speaks with Jack about the pros and cons of social media, growing up in Ghana, sexual mismatches, and how we survive a digital landscape controlled by oligarchs. Follow her on Instagram, Tumblr and Twitter/X.
Music legend Loudon Wainwright III speaks with Jack about the consequences of autobiography, wanting to connect with his children, being tagged as the new Bob Dylan, and whether or not there is hope. Check out his new album, Loudon Live in London, today.
Singer-songwriter-actor Hal Baum speaks with Jack, his oldest friend, about self-harm, depression, his musical influences, and what it was like to watch their mutual friend, the late John Cibula, slip into drug addiction.
Caveh Zahedi returns to talk about his sometimes-turbulent relationship with his late friend, D. Montgomery, who founded the Austin Film Society along with Richard Linklater. She was also in Linklater's Slacker and Caveh's I Don't Hate Las Vegas Anymore. Jack and Caveh discuss what it's like to have a friend who struggles with alcoholism, and how helpless one feels when there is nothing you can do to help. This interview was recorded in 2022.
Writer-director-actor Alex Heller (The Year Between) talks with Jack about the dangers of being labeled "gifted" as a child, her mental health struggles, being misprescribed Adderall as a teen, working with Steve Buscemi and J. Smith-Cameron, and social anxiety. Watch out for her new short film, Debaters, which will premiere as part of the 2025 Sundance Film Festival.
Writer-director-actor Madison Hatfield talks with her festival buddy, Jack, about embracing kinks, learning to advocate for oneself sexually, being a sub vs. being a dom, and her divorce. Watch out for her short film, I Could Dom, which will be online soon.
Musician-actor Hannah Lee Thompson speaks with Jack about night-eating, her musical origins, being ostracised from her community, and her ongoing struggles with depression and weight management. Check out her feature debut, the Slamdance-winning Hannah Ha Ha (which Slamdance also gave her the Best Actress award for) and listen to her songs wherever you stream music. Follow her on IG @banjohannah for updates on her upcoming shows and music!
Actor Colleen Rose Trundy and Jack discuss the challenges that face their relationship, namely their sex life. Colleen opens up about her complicated relationship with her own sexuality, the effect that Jack's cheating had on her (as well as him discussing it publicly) and how annoying Jack's bathroom habits are.
Writer-director Alexandra Qin speaks with Jack about infidelity (on the heels of him stepping out on his own relationship), her journey from tech to filmmaking, her need for excellence, and life as a recovering alcoholic, workaholic, and sex, love and drug addict. Check out her short film, Thirstygirl, now: https://vimeo.com/alexqin/thirstygirl
Animator/video guy Joe Cappa opens up about depression, social anxiety, finding inspiration in things he hates, and the importance of not overthinking things. Look out for his new series, Haha You Clowns, coming to Adult Swim soon.
Legendary filmmaker Caveh Zahedi speaks with Jack about their complicated mentor-mentee relationship, seeking revenge through art, and his unique views on morality. Check out Caveh's The Show About the Show, wherever you can find it.
Writer-filmmaker-actor Sofia Banzaf talks with Jack about Kratom addiction, “slut recovery,” the cost of autobiographical writing, and the need for drama to create art. She also helps Jack navigate a budding romance of his. Check out her book Pony Castle, wherever you get books.
Award-winning filmmaker Jack Dunphy shares his struggles with addiction, mental illness, loss and just being a general f*ck-up. Each week, he welcomes an actor, writer, filmmaker, musician or comedian, some of whom Jack has fractured relationships with, to discuss their shared issues and make amends when possible.
