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  • Torn

    Torn
    Sep 22 2025
    The Fog of Truth Episode 101: Interview with Nim Shapira In the 101st episode of The Fog of Truth, Bart interviews filmmaker Nim Shapira about his new documentary, which chronicles the aftermath of the October 7th attacks and the subsequent putting up and taking down of Photos of the hostages taken by Hamas,in New York City. Shapira discusses the emotional significance behind the posters put up by communities as a form of action and grief, the experiences of various individuals affected by the conflict, and the importance of empathy and dialogue. The film, shot in winter 2023, focuses on the social fabric of New York City and explores themes such as freedom of speech, diverse perspectives, and the importance of difficult conversations. Additionally, Shapira highlights the involvement of Israeli artists and shares some of the challenges faced during production. Introduction and Milestone Celebration Interview with Nim Shapira Begins Nim Shapira's Background and Initial Reactions The Documentary's Themes and Focus Artists Behind the Posters Challenges and Risks Faced Finding and Working with Documentary Subjects Emotional Anchors and Personal Stories Public Reactions and Social Impact Screenings and Audience Reactions Final Thoughts and How to Watch the Film
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    25 min
  • Alan Govenar, and the making of " Voices in a Noisy World: the Struggle for Change in Jasper, Texas"

    Alan Govenar, and the making of " Voices in a Noisy World: the Struggle for Change in Jasper, Texas"
    Sep 15 2025

    Alan Govenar, talks about his work over the year, including his organization Documentary Arts.

    He then goes through the jounney about making this new film about Jasper Texas.
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    31 min
  • Architecton interview with Viktor Kossakovsky

    Architecton interview with Viktor Kossakovsky
    Aug 4 2025

    An Interview with Kossakovsky about his new film Architection. The discussion goes back to the begining of cinema and how sound changed cinema language, and why archetects should use stone instead of concrete.

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    18 min
  • Talking and Dancing with Doc

    Talking and Dancing with Doc
    Jul 22 2025

    John and Bart discuss three Documentaries that played at the Dancing with Film Fest in LA. The films we cover are ONE BUT MANY, FOLSOM’S RUN, and I NEED YOU: 53 YEARS OF THE BAND AMERICA. While we agree on two of the films, John and Bart have very different perspectives about America, specifically the band, not the country.
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    37 min
  • Underland with Robert Petit

    Underland with Robert Petit
    Jun 23 2025
    In this episode, Bart interviews Robert Petit about the documentary film "Underland." That showed at DC/DOX Robert discusses the recent screening of the film at DC Docs, describing it as a unique cinematic and poetic documentary that explores the depths beneath the earth. He shares insights into the film's production, the challenges faced by the filmmakers, and the process of casting the intriguing characters. Robert also highlights the importance of cinematography, sound design, and the team's collaborative efforts. The episode concludes with Robert's thoughts on the distribution and the significance of viewing the film on large screens.
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    18 min
  • The Right Track

    The Right Track
    Jun 17 2025

    Bart talks to

    Shareen Anderson Director

    Melanie Thompson Survivor, Outreach and Advocacy Coordinator, Coalition Against Trafficking Women

    and Yasmin Vafa Human Rights Attorney and Executive Director, Rights4Girl

    about their film The RIght Track

    Through the eyes of those who live it, this documentary spotlights the fight to end sex trafficking and human exploitation across North America. At its heart is the Survivor Model—a transformative approach that decriminalizes prostituted individuals while imposing strict penalties on pimps, traffickers, and sex buyers.

    Discover the courage it takes to escape “the life” on and off the track and the momentum needed to end sex trafficking for good. The Right Track is a must-watch for anyone invested in human dignity and justice.
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    15 min
  • Any Problem is No Problem

    Any Problem is No Problem
    Jun 16 2025

    In a series of interviews with filmmakers showing work at DC/DOX, Bart talks to Alyssa Fedele and Zachary Fink about their new film "Any Problem is No Problem."
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    17 min
  • The Age of Audio a pod about pods

    The Age of Audio a pod about pods
    Jun 3 2025

    John Justina and Bart talk about the new documentary, the Age of Audio, By Shaun Michael Colon.
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    24 min