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| 60 years of Goldfinger - From Pinewood | 19 Sep 2024 | 00:25:54 | |
On Tuesday, 17 September, 2024 Goldfinger, the third James Bond film, celebrated the 60th anniversary of its premiere, and Tom and Brendan were at Pinewood Studios for a special outdoor screening of the film. We took the opportunity to record a mini-episode from the home of James Bond, where 23 out of the 25 official 007 were made. Please raise a glass for the diamond anniversary of the gold standard Bond film. James Bond will return... Buy us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Find us on Instagram: instagram.com/jamesbondatoz Email us on: podcast@jamesbondatoz.co.uk Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| Christmas special 2023: Bond 26, year in review and more | 13 Dec 2023 | 01:23:40 | |
On this festive episode of the James Bond A-Z Podcast your hosts Tom Butler, Brendan Duffy and Tom Wheatley reunite for another Christmas special. The team look back at the cultural highlights of 2023, share thoughts on the year in Bond, and look ahead to Bond 26. Feliz navidad! James Bond will return... Buy us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Find us on Instagram: instagram.com/jamesbondatoz Email us on: podcast@jamesbondatoz.co.uk Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| Thunderball (1965) | 15 Dec 2022 | 01:22:53 | |
On the latest episode of The James Bond A-Z Podcast hosts Tom Butler and Brendan Duffy tackle 1965's The World Is Not Enough The team do a deep dive into the story behind Sir Sean Connery's fourth outing as James Bond 007. We explore the legal wrangling behind the book, the team behind the film, the story of its production, its cast, crew, the locations, stunts, and much more. We also look at the film's legacy, and where it stands with the fans. James Bond will return... in next week's James Bond's A-Z Podcast. Buy us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Find us on Instagram: instagram.com/jamesbondatoz Email us on: podcast@jamesbondatoz.co.uk Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| Pierce Brosnan - Part 1/2 | 18 Mar 2021 | 01:08:24 | |
The team have reached Brosnan, Pierce Brosnan. The Irish actor is the fifth James Bond on film who began his 007 tenure with 1995's 'GoldenEye', and ended it with 2002's 'Die Another Day'.
In the first part of a two-part special, the team take a look back at Brosnan's early life in Ireland, his subsequent move to London, and his discovery of acting. They explore his relationship with his first wife, the 'For Your Eyes Only' Bond girl Cassandra Harris , and how it brought him into the orbit of Bond.
They dig into Brosnan's big acting breaks, first with 'The Manions of America', then with 'Remington Steele', and finally his tortuous journey to landing his dream role: 007.
Part 2, coming soon, will explore his tenure as Bond and beyond.
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| B Part 4 - Robert Brownjohn, Jeremy Bulloch, Anthony Burgess and more | 11 Mar 2021 | 01:04:39 | |
This episode covers the life and work of acclaimed graphic designer Robert Brownjohn who shaped the look of the iconic James Bond title sequences with his groundbreaking work on 'From Russia With Love' and 'Goldfinger'.
The team also look at Jeremy Bulloch. Most famous as Boba Fett in Star Wars, the English actor starred in three James Bond films and was a fan favourite on the convention circuit. They shine a light on Irma Bunt, the Spectre agent of 'On Her Majesty's Secret Service' who inflicted untold damage on 007.
They look at two writers who worked on Bond with varying degrees of success: Anthony Burgess, who had a crack at the script for 'The Spy Who Loved Me', and Jez Butterworth the acclaimed playwright who polished the scripts for Sam Mendes' two 007 films: 'Skyfall' and 'Spectre'.
Finally, the trio mop up a number of filmmakers who they missed in the previous episodes as they prepare to move on to the letter C.
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| Barbara Broccoli | 04 Mar 2021 | 01:07:02 | |
Born into the world of James Bond, Barbara Broccoli OBE has been part of the 007 films for her entire life.
On this episode, the team explore the 'No Time To Die' producer's early days growing up on the James Bond film sets, her early forays into the filmmaking business, and taking on the series – with her half-brother Michael G Wilson – from 1995's 'GoldenEye' onwards.
They look at the bold decisions she has made to keep the 007 franchise moving forward, her other projects beyond Bond, and what the future may hold for Eon Productions.
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| Albert R. 'Cubby' Broccoli | 25 Feb 2021 | 01:03:36 | |
Albert R. Broccoli, known to all as Cubby, is perhaps the man - beyond Ian Fleming - most responsible for the cultural phenomenon that is James Bond.
Initially as co-producer with Harry Saltzman, then later as sole producer, Cubby oversaw the films as they developed from their relatively low-budget origins to large-budget, high-grossing extravaganzas, and Broccoli's heirs continue to produce new Bond films to this day.
The team take a look back at the man's life and legacy, specifically his input into the world of 007 and the British film industry.
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| B Part 3 - Danny Boyle, Leslie Bricusse, Brioni and more | 18 Feb 2021 | 01:07:27 | |
This episode covers a wide variety of topics from the world of the 007 films: 'Licence To Kill' character Pam Bouvier, prospective Bond 25 director Danny Boyle, 'You Only Live Twice' character Helga Brandt, lyricist Leslie Bricusse, fashion house Brioni, and James Brolin, the man who was very nearly Bond.
The discuss the life and work of actor Carey Lowell, who starred with Timothy Dalton in his second 007 outing. They delve into Danny Boyle's failed attempt to make Bond 25, and look into what might have been. They chat about the memorable Bond antagonist played by Karin Dor, and Leslie Bricusse who contributed two Bond songs to the canon.
Elsewhere they explore the fashion label Brioni who dressed Pierce Brosnan and Daniel Craig, plus they look into the strange story of James Brolin who came very close to playing 007 in Octopussy.
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| We've been expecting you: Mark O'Connell on A View To A Kill | 16 Feb 2021 | 00:45:20 | |
Author and pop culture pirate Mark O'Connell joins the team for a special bonus episode to share his love for 'A View To A Kill'.
The writer of 'Catching Bullets: Memoirs of a Bond Fan' is a self-confessed Bond '85 superfan, and is here to set the A-Z team straight about Roger Moore's swansong. Topics covered include the film's supporting cast, Roger Moore's exit from the series, Lois Maxwell's final turn as Moneypenny, and that long-standing Maud Adams cameo myth.
Mark (@Mark0Connell) also fills us in about his recent Top 5 James Bond films feature for Yahoo Movies UK, and the Bond alumni who got involved.
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| Blofeld | 11 Feb 2021 | 01:28:26 | |
This episode is dedicated to James Bond's arch-nemesis Ernst Stavro Blofeld.
From his origins in the books to his film debut in 'From Russia With Love' right up to his next appearance in 'No Time To Die', the team dive into every aspect of SPECTRE's number one man.
He's been played by a number of actors over the years including Donald Pleasance, Telly Savalas, Charles Gray, and Max Von Sydow, but was absent from the films until he was brought back into the fold with a charismatic turn by Oscar-winner Christoph Waltz in 2015's 'Spectre'.
Join us as we go on a journey of discovery to learn everything we can can about the Moriarty to James Bond's Sherlock Holmes.
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| B Part 2 - Maurice Binder, Don Black, BMW and more | 04 Feb 2021 | 01:05:41 | |
On this show, hosts Tom Butler, Brendan Duffy and Tom Wheatley explore the work of Maurice Binder, the man responsible for James Bond's iconic gun barrel design, and countless 007 title sequences.
They talk about the life and career of Don Black, the Oscar-winning lyricist who wrote a number of James Bond theme songs including 'Thunderball' and 'Diamonds Are Forever', and one-time screenwriter Harold Jack Bloom.
Also explored is the franchise's relationship with BMW in the 1990s, skiing cameraman extraordinaire Willy Bogner Jr, and we talk about the origins of James Bond, and the man who inspired 007's name.
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| B Part 1 - John Barry, Shirley Bassey, Michael Billington and more | 28 Jan 2021 | 00:57:42 | |
As our mission reaches the letter B, it heralds the arrival of some heavy Bond hitters.
In this episode the team delves into the stories of actor Joe Don Baker, who – as two different characters - straddles two eras of 007. They explore the life and work of John Barry, the award-winning composer whose sound defines Bond, and three-time theme tune singer Dame Shirley Bassey, who worked closely with Barry.
Also discussed is two-time Bond Girl Martine Beswick, 'From Russia With Love' ally Kerim Bey, and actor Michael Billington who tried and failed many times to become 007 himself.
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| A View To A Kill (1985) | 21 Jan 2021 | 01:42:56 | |
The team dance into the fire with Sir Roger Moore's final James Bond film: 1985's 'A View To A Kill'.
Hosts Tom Butler, Brendan Duffy and Tom Wheatley look into the making of the fourteenth 007 film that came at a transitional moment for the franchise, which had one foot in the past and one in the future.
The team look into the film's incredible stunt work, including that famous dive off the Eiffel Tower, and its extensive San Francisco shoot. They study the context of Roger Moore's swansong, its brilliant roster of villains, its excellent theme song, and the kicking it was given by the critics.
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| The World Is Not Enough (1999) | 08 Dec 2022 | 01:24:27 | |
On the latest episode of The James Bond A-Z Podcast hosts Tom Butler and Brendan Duffy are joined by Cinema Savvy's George Aldridge to tackle 1999's The World Is Not Enough The team do a deep dive into the story behind Pierce Brosnan's third outing as James Bond 007. We explore the team behind the film, the story of its production, its cast, crew, the locations, stunts, and much more. We also look at the film's legacy, and where it stands with the fans. James Bond will return... in next week's James Bond's A-Z Podcast. Subscribe to Cinema Savvy on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/cinemasavvy Follow Cinema Savvy on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Cinema_Savvy Buy us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Find us on Instagram: instagram.com/jamesbondatoz Email us on: podcast@jamesbondatoz.co.uk Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| A Part 2 - David Arnold and Aston Martin | 14 Jan 2021 | 01:23:06 | |
In Episode 2 of The James Bond A-Z Podcast, your hosts Tom Butler, Brendan Duffy, and Tom Wheatley are still on the letter A.
The team focus on the life and work of film and TV composer David Arnold whose James Bond-themed album 'Shaken and Stirred' led him to scoring five 007 films - 'Tomorrow Never Dies', 'The World Is Not Enough', 'Die Another Day', 'Casino Royale', and 'Quantum of Solace'.
They also take a deep dive into the world of Aston Martin, the car brand that defines Bond, and - to a certain extent - is defined by Bond. From the DB5 to the groundbreaking 'No Time To Die' hypercar the Valhalla.
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| A: Part 1 - Ken Adam, Maud Adams, Michael Apted and more | 08 Jan 2021 | 01:32:11 | |
In Episode 1 of The James Bond A-Z Podcast, your hosts Tom Butler, Brendan Duffy, and Tom Wheatley cover the first part of the letter A.
In it the team shine a spotlight on legendary production designer Ken Adam, two-time Bond woman Maud Adams, You Only Live Twice's Aki, The Spy Who Loved Me's Agent XXX, 'The World Is Not Enough' director Michael Apted, and long-serving 007 stunt performer and action director Vic Armstrong.
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| Trailer | 05 Jan 2021 | 00:01:20 | |
Welcome to The James Bond A-Z Podcast. Hosted by three lifelong James Bond fans – film journalist Tom Butler, journalist Tom Wheatley, and improviser Brendan Duffy – the show takes an encyclopaedic deep dive into the making of the world’s greatest spy film franchise.
Each episode covers the key creatives and characters from every James Bond film from 1962’s 'Dr No' to 2021’s 'No Time To Die', talking about Ken Adam to Max Zorin, and everything in-between (and yes, that includes Never Say Never Again). The show will shine a light on every aspect of the filmmaking process answering many of the questions you always wanted to ask about the 007 films.
The James Bond A-Z Podcast is brought to you by Tom Butler, Brendan Duffy, and Tom Wheatley with art by Hélène Dollie and music by Tom Ingamells. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @jamesbondatoz. This podcast is not affiliated with the James Bond brand.
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| The Spy Who Loved Me (1977) | 01 Dec 2022 | 01:31:37 | |
On the 100th episode of The James Bond A-Z Podcast hosts Tom Butler and Brendan Duffy tackle 1977's The Spy Who Loved Me. Joined by our special guest Scott Hardy, from the SpyHards podcast, the team do a deep dive into the story behind Sir Roger Moore's third outing as James Bond 007. We explore the team behind the film, the story of its production, its cast, crew, the locations, stunts, and much more. We also look at the film's legacy, and where it stands with the fans. James Bond will return... in next week's James Bond's A-Z Podcast. Follow SpyHards on Twitter: https://twitter.com/SpyHards Buy us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Find us on Instagram: instagram.com/jamesbondatoz Email us on: podcast@jamesbondatoz.co.uk Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| The Man With The Golden Gun (1974) | 24 Nov 2022 | 01:11:49 | |
On this episode of The James Bond A-Z Podcast hosts Tom Butler and Brendan Duffy tackle 1974's The Man With The Golden Gun. The team do a deep dive into the story behind Sir Roger Moore's second outing as James Bond 007. We explore the team behind the film, the story of its production, its cast, the locations, stunts, and much more. We also look at the film's legacy, and where it stands with the fans. James Bond will return... in next week's James Bond's A-Z Podcast. Buy us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Find us on Instagram: instagram.com/jamesbondatoz Email us on: podcast@jamesbondatoz.co.uk Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| The Living Daylights (1987) | 17 Nov 2022 | 01:11:55 | |
On this episode of The James Bond A-Z Podcast hosts Tom Butler and Brendan Duffy tackle 1987's The Living Daylights. The team do a deep dive into the story behind Timothy Dalton's debut as James Bond 007. We explore the team behind the film, the story of its production, the locations, stunts, and much more. We also look at the film's legacy, and where it stands with the fans. James Bond will return... in next week's James Bond's A-Z Podcast. Buy us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Find us on Instagram: instagram.com/jamesbondatoz Email us on: podcast@jamesbondatoz.co.uk Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| T: Lee Tamahori, Sylvia Trench, Alec Trevelyan and more | 10 Nov 2022 | 00:55:52 | |
On this episode of The James Bond A-Z Podcast hosts Tom Butler and Brendan Duffy explore the characters creatives of the 007 films that fall under the letter T. Topics covered include: Lee Tamahori, the director of Die Another Day Tiger Tanaka, Bond's ally in You Only Live Twice Series regular Bill Tanner Sir Godfrey Tibbett, Patrick Macnee's memorable A View To A Kill character No Time To Die production designer Mark Tildesley Dr No and From Russia With Love's Sylvia Trench, played by Eunice Gayson GoldenEye's Alec Trevelyan, played by Sean Bean And much, much more... James Bond will return... in next week's James Bond's A-Z Podcast. Buy us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Find us on Instagram: instagram.com/jamesbondatoz Email us on: podcast@jamesbondatoz.co.uk Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| John Higgs: We've been expecting you | 03 Nov 2022 | 00:49:49 | |
On this episode of The James Bond A-Z Podcast hosts Tom Butler and Brendan Duffy are joined by John Higgs, the author of Love and Let Die: Bond, the Beatles and the British Psyche, which is out now. The author of the new book which tells the story of a clash between the working-class and the establishment, and how both became global phenomenons. Told over a period of sixty years, this book looks over the connection they both have to Britain throughout the decades, it's a new angle that will change how you see the Beatles, Bond and British culture. We talk to John about the impact of Bond and the Fab Four, their many connections, and how they shaped - and continue to shape - British culture over the last 60 years. Follow John Higgs on Twitter: twitter.com/kimtsherwood James Bond will return... in next week's James Bond's A-Z Podcast. Support the show by buying us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Find us on Instagram: instagram.com/jamesbondatoz Email us on: podcast@jamesbondatoz.co.uk Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| Spectre (2015) | 27 Oct 2022 | 01:42:16 | |
On this episode of The James Bond A-Z Podcast hosts Tom Butler and Brendan Duffy are joined by movie journalist Mark Harrison, to talk about 205's Spectre. The team do a deep dive into the story behind the fourth Daniel Craig Bond film, directed by Sir Sam Mendes, which hoped to repeat the success of 2012's Skyfall, but ultimately fell somewhat short. We explore the team behind the film, the story of its production, the locations, stunts, and much more. We also look at the film's legacy, and where it stands with the fans. James Bond will return... in next week's James Bond's A-Z Podcast. Buy us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Find us on Instagram: instagram.com/jamesbondatoz Email us on: podcast@jamesbondatoz.co.uk Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| S Part 2: Scaramanga, Safin, Silva, Solitaire and more | 20 Oct 2022 | 01:05:49 | |
On this episode of The James Bond A-Z Podcast hosts Tom Butler and Brendan Duffy explore the characters of the 007 films that fall under the letter S. Mixing the format up slightly, we're going head-to-head in a game of Bond characters t0p trump5 (not be confused with the card game brand). Tom and Brendan pit Bond girl vs Bond girl, villain v villain, ally vs ally, and henchperson vs henchperson, exploring their back stories, the characters, and all manner of trivia. Match ups include: Safin vs Sanchez Lucia Sciarra vs Solange Silva vs Stromberg Kissy Suzuki vs Madeleine Swann Scaramanga vs Bert Saxby James Bond will return... in next week's more regularly formatted James Bond's A-Z Podcast. Buy us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Find us on Instagram: instagram.com/jamesbondatoz Email us on: podcast@jamesbondatoz.co.uk Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| Best James Bond movie moments - Part 3 | 13 Oct 2022 | 01:44:59 | |
In the third and final part of this three-part special, The James Bond A-Z Podcast hosts Tom Butler and Brendan Duffy are joined by Tom Wheatley and a plethora of special guests to celebrate 60 Years of James Bond. Focussing on the eras of Pierce Brosnan and Daniel Craig the team share their favourite Bond movie moments, before we hear the choices of: Scott and Cam from SpyHards Casey Poma Thomas Flint Fraser and Stuart from Build-A-Bond Luke Payne Portia Jones George Aldridge of Cinema Savvy Natalie Jamieson Lars Iking Guillame Thomas Doerig James Bond will return... in next week's James Bond's A-Z Podcast. Buy us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Find us on Instagram: instagram.com/jamesbondatoz Email us on: podcast@jamesbondatoz.co.uk Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| The Final Episode | 06 Mar 2023 | 01:54:39 | |
On this final episode of the James Bond A-Z Podcast hosts Tom Butler and Brendan Duffy reconvene to wrap up their journey of discovery though the world of 007. They discuss any loose ends and unfinished business that remain after 109 episodes. They welcome back original co-host Tom Wheatley to look back at all 27 Bond films for a ranking of sorts. They discuss the creatives of the Bond world that deserve a place on the Mount Rushmore of Bond. They answer your listener questions for one final time. And they pay tribute to everyone who has contributed to the show. Huge thanks to every one of our listeners, anyone who has ever left us a rating or review, followed us on social media, sent an email, shared the podcast with a friend, or donated to the Ko-Fi. Special thanks to Tom Wheatley for getting us off the ground, Helene Dollie for the memorable artwork, and Tom Ingamells for the banging theme, stings and jingles. Finally, thank you to our long-suffering partners and families who have put up with us spending so much time with our noses in books, recording, editing and managing the show: Helene, Natalie, Matilda and Clementine. The James Bond A-Z Podcast will return... some day. Buy us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Find us on Instagram: instagram.com/jamesbondatoz Email us on: podcast@jamesbondatoz.co.uk Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| Best James Bond movie moments - Part 2 | 05 Oct 2022 | 01:39:04 | |
In the second part of this three-part special, The James Bond A-Z Podcast hosts Tom Butler and Brendan Duffy are joined by Tom Wheatley and a plethora of special guests to celebrate 60 Years of James Bond. Focussing on the eras of Roger Moore and Timothy Dalton the team share their favourite Bond movie moments, before we hear the choices of: Layne Bruce Chris Tilly and Alex Zane from Clash of the Titles Comic book creator Mark Millar Author Jon Auty of Behind The Stunts Journalist Steve O’Brien Mark Edlitz author of The Lost Adventures of James Bond Journalist Neil Alcock Journalist Mark Harrison Val Pacheco James Bond will return... in next week's James Bond's A-Z Podcast. Buy us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Find us on Instagram: instagram.com/jamesbondatoz Email us on: podcast@jamesbondatoz.co.uk Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| Best James Bond movie moments - Part 1 | 29 Sep 2022 | 01:32:38 | |
In the first part of this three-part special, The James Bond A-Z Podcast hosts Tom Butler and Brendan Duffy are joined by Tom Wheatley and a plethora of special guests to celebrate 60 Years of James Bond. Focussing on the eras of Sean Connery and George Lazenby, the team share their favourite Bond movie moments, before we hear the choices of: Dr Llewella Chapman - Author of Fashioning James Bond Kim Sherwood - Author of Double or Nothing Professor Melanie Williams - Professor of Film and Television Studies Mark Salisbury - Author of Being Bond: A Daniel Craig Retrospective Will Collins and Kevin Lehane - The Best Bits podcast Ian Sandwell - Digital Spy movies editor Sean Longmore - Graphic designer James Bond will return... in next week's James Bond's A-Z Podcast. Buy us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Find us on Instagram: instagram.com/jamesbondatoz Email us on: podcast@jamesbondatoz.co.uk Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| Skyfall (2012) | 22 Sep 2022 | 01:49:01 | |
On this episode of The James Bond A-Z Podcast hosts Tom Butler and Brendan Duffy are joined by Phil Nobile Jr, the editor of Fangoria, to talk about 2012's Skyfall. The team do a deep dive into the story behind the third Daniel Craig Bond film, directed by Sir Sam Mendes, which landed in the 50th anniversary of of the Bond films. We explore the team behind the film, the story of its production, the locations, stunts, and much more. We also look at the film's legacy, and where it stands with the fans. If you want to take part in our 60th anniversary special, record a clip of yourself talking about your favourite, under-appreciated Bond movie moment and email the audio file (under 2 minutes please) to podcast@jamesbondatoz.co.uk before 26 September, 2022. James Bond will return... in next week's James Bond's A-Z Podcast. Buy us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Find us on Instagram: instagram.com/jamesbondatoz Email us on: podcast@jamesbondatoz.co.uk Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| Harry Saltzman | 15 Sep 2022 | 01:11:58 | |
On this episode of The James Bond A-Z Podcast hosts Tom Butler and Brendan Duffy explore the life and career of Harry Saltzman. The Canadian filmmaker was the co-producer of the first nine James Bond films from 1962's Dr. No up to 1974's The Man With The Golden Gun, and played an instrumental part in bringing Ian Fleming's creation to the big screen. We cover the early life of Harry, his break into showbusiness, his WW2 exploits, and his move into moviemaking. We also look at the key decisions he made on the Bond films, and his eventual departure from the series. If you want to take part in our 60th anniversary special, record a clip of yourself talking about your favourite, under-appreciated Bond movie moment and email the audio file (under 2 minutes please) to podcast@jamesbondatoz.co.uk before 26 September, 2022. James Bond will return... in next week's James Bond's A-Z Podcast. Buy us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Find us on Instagram: instagram.com/jamesbondatoz Email us on: podcast@jamesbondatoz.co.uk Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| S: Eric Serra, Bob Simmons, Spectre and more | 11 Sep 2022 | 01:03:48 | |
On this episode of The James Bond A-Z Podcast hosts Tom Butler and Brendan Duffy explore the characters and creatives behind the 007 films that fall under the letter S. Topics covered include: GoldenEye composer Eric Serra Stunts legend Bob Simmons Suit designer Anthony Sinclair SPECTRE, Bond's longtime enemies, led by Blofeld Roger Spottiswoode, the director of Tomorrow Never Dies Special effects whizz John Stears, and much, much more. If you want to take part in our 60th anniversary special, record a clip of yourself talking about your favourite, under-appreciated Bond movie moment and email the audio file (under 2 minutes please) to podcast@jamesbondatoz.co.uk before 26 September, 2022. James Bond will return... in next week's James Bond's A-Z Podcast. Buy us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Find us on Instagram: instagram.com/jamesbondatoz Email us on: podcast@jamesbondatoz.co.uk Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| Kim Sherwood: We've been expecting you | 03 Sep 2022 | 00:31:03 | |
On this episode of The James Bond A-Z Podcast hosts Tom Butler and Brendan Duffy are joined by Kim Sherwood, the author of the new Bond book Double or Nothing, out now from Harper Collins. The author of the new thriller set in the world of 007 shares the story of how she was introduced to Bond, discusses her family connection to the films, and reveals all about writing a Bond book without James Bond. Kim also shares insight into her writing process, the cast characters in the new book, her plans for the trilogy of novels, and much more. Follow Kim Sherwood on Twitter: twitter.com/kimtsherwood If you want to take part in our 60th anniversary special, record a clip of yourself talking about your favourite, under-appreciated Bond movie moment and email the audio file (under 2 minutes please) to podcast@jamesbondatoz.co.uk before 26 September, 2022. James Bond will return... in next week's James Bond's A-Z Podcast. Support the show by buying us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| R: Honey Ryder, Tatiana Romanova, Charles Robinson and more | 01 Sep 2022 | 00:58:11 | |
On this episode of The James Bond A-Z Podcast hosts Tom Butler and Brendan Duffy explore the characters and creatives behind the 007 films that fall under the letter R. Topics covered include: R, the Quartermaster played by John Cleese in The World Is Not Enough and Die Another Day. Dubbing legend Robert Rietty whose Bond credits are numerous. Honey Ryder, the first ever Bond girl played by Ursula Andress in Dr. No. Charles Robinson, the Pierce Brosnan-era MI6 staff member, and Bond stand-in, played by Colin Salmon in three 007 films. Tatiana Romanova, the From Russia With Love character, played by Italian actor Daniela Bianchi. Charles Russhon, a behind-the-scenes military veteran who was the Bond film's Mr Fix It in the early years. We also take a look at the work of John Richardson, Simon Raven, Claude Renoir, Michael Reed, Shane Rimmer and George Roubicek. If you want to take part in our 60th anniversary special, record a clip of yourself talking about your favourite, under-appreciated Bond movie moment and email the audio file (under 2 minutes please) to podcast@jamesbondatoz.co.uk before 26 September, 2022. James Bond will return... in next week's James Bond's A-Z Podcast. Buy us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| Quantum of Solace (2008) | 25 Aug 2022 | 01:41:03 | |
On this episode of The James Bond A-Z Podcast hosts Tom Butler and Brendan Duffy are joined by Ajay Chowdhury, the co-author of the acclaimed 800-page Bond biography Some Kind of Hero and spokesperson of the James Bond International Fan Club, to do a deep dive into the story behind 2008's Quantum of Solace, starring Daniel Craig as Ian Fleming's James Bond 007. The episode covers the story of the follow up to 2006's Casino Royale, which faced an intense production schedule, script problems, and a director change partway through pre-production. We explore the cast of creatives behind the scenes, the locations used in the movie, and the post-production scramble to get it into cinemas in time. We also look at the film's legacy from its box office and critical response, to its current standings with with 007 fans around the world. Ajay Chowdhury is a writer, producer and entertainment lawyer. He is the co-author of SOME KING OF HERO: The Remarkable Story Of The James Bond Films. If you want to take part in our 60th anniversary special, record a clip of yourself talking about your favourite, under-appreciated Bond movie moment and email the audio file (under 2 minutes please) to podcast@jamesbondatoz.co.uk. James Bond will return... in next week's James Bond's A-Z Podcast. Follow Ajay on Twitter: twitter.com/acetoots Support the show by buying us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| Q: Desmond Llewelyn, Ben Whishaw, the gadgets and more | 18 Aug 2022 | 01:33:41 | |
On this episode of The James Bond A-Z Podcast hosts Tom Butler and Brendan Duffy are joined by journalist Mark Harrison to do a deep dive into Q, the MI6 Quartermaster who has appeared in 22 out of the 25 Eon Bond films, as well as 1967's Casino Royale and 1983's Never Say Never Again. The episode takes a look at the history and origins of Q in the Ian Fleming novels, discussing his likely inspirations and early appearance in Dr No. We also take a look at the rich life and career of Desmond Llewelyn, the actor with the most appearances in the entire film series from 1963's From Russia With Love to 1999's The World Is Not Enough. We dig into the other incarnations of Q from Geoffrey Bayldon in Casino Royale to Alec McCowen in Never Say Never Again, and Ben Whishaw's modern take on the character. We're saving John Cleese's R for a later episode. It wouldn't be an episode on Q without discussing his many gadgets too, and we've also squeezed in a little quiz at the end for those that want to take part. If you want to take part in our 60th anniversary special, record a clip of yourself talking about your favourite, under-appreciated Bond movie moment and email the audio file (under 2 minutes please) to podcast@jamesbondatoz.co.uk. James Bond will return... in next week's James Bond's A-Z Podcast. Follow Mark Harrison on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MHarrison90 Support the show by buying us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| P: Paloma, Pinewood, Purvis & Wade and more | 11 Aug 2022 | 01:20:26 | |
On this episode of The James Bond A-Z Podcast host Tom Butler is joined by George Aldridge of Cinema Savvy and Mark O'Connell, author of Catching Bullets: Memoirs of a Bond Fan to explore the characters and creatives behind the 007 films that fall under the letter P. Topics covered include: Paloma, the instantly iconic No Time To Die character played by Ana De Armas Pinewood Studios, the spiritual home of the James Bond movies since 1962's Dr No, and home of the 007 Stage Gary and Greg Powell who are part of a incredible family of 007 stunt performers General Pushkin, the memorable The Living Daylights character played by John Rhys-Davies Neal Purvis and Robert Wade, the incumbent Bond screenwriters who have written every 007 film since 1999's The World Is Not Enough And Sheriff JW Pepper, the returning character played by Clifton James in Live and Let Die and The Man With The Golden Gun If you want to take part in our 60th anniversary special, record a clip of yourself talking about your favourite, under-appreciated Bond movie moment and email the audio file (under 2 minutes please) to podcast@jamesbondatoz.co.uk before 26 September, 2022. James Bond will return... in next week's James Bond's A-Z Podcast. Follow George Aldridge on Twitter: twitter.com/aldridge96_afc Subscribe to Cinema Savvy: youtube.com/cinemasavvy Follow Mark O'Connell on Twitter: twitter.com/Mark0Connell Buy us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| X-Y-Z: Hans Zimmer, Zukovsky, Max Zorin and more | 16 Feb 2023 | 01:17:38 | |
On this episode of The James Bond A-Z Podcast hosts Tom Butler and Brendan Duffy explore the characters creatives of the 007 films that fall under the letters X, Y, and Z Topics covered include: The X-ray gadgets of Bond and other X-related tidbits Freddie Young, the cinematographer of You Only Live Twice Terence Young, the director of Dr No, From Russia With Love, and Thunderball Zao, Rick Yune's Die Another Day henchman Hans Zimmer, the prolific musician behind the score for No Time To Die Zukovsky, Robbie Coltrane's memorable Brosnan-era character Nikki Van der Zyl, the voice actor behind many iconic roles Max Zorin, the A View To A Kill villain played by Christopher Walken And much, much more... James Bond will return... in the next James Bond's A-Z Podcast. Buy us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Find us on Instagram: instagram.com/jamesbondatoz Email us on: podcast@jamesbondatoz.co.uk Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1969) | 04 Aug 2022 | 01:56:12 | |
On this episode of The James Bond A-Z Podcast host Tom Butler is joined by Alan Porter (James Bond Lexicon) and Mike Reyes (Cinemablend) to do a deep dive into the story behind 1969's On Her Majesty's Secret Service, starring George Lazenby as Ian Fleming's James Bond 007. The episode covers the story of George Lazenby's one and only 007 film, from the (second) exit of Sean Connery from the role of Bond and the casting net that eventually snared the Australian model-turned-actor, to the production that spanned Portugal and the Alps, right up to Lazenby's decision to quit the role after just one movie. We also look at the film's legacy from its box office and critical response, to its current standings with with 007 fans around the world. If you want to take part in our 60th anniversary special, record a clip of yourself talking about your favourite, under-appreciated Bond movie moment and email the audio file (under 2 minutes please) to podcast@jamesbondatoz.co.uk. James Bond will return... in next week's James Bond's A-Z Podcast. Follow Mike Reyes on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MrControversy83 Visit The James Bond Lexicon. Support the show by buying us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| Octopussy (1983) | 28 Jul 2022 | 01:29:28 | |
On this episode of The James Bond A-Z Podcast hosts Tom Butler and Brendan Duffy are joined by Cam Smith from the SpyHards podcast to do a deep dive into the story behind 1983's Octopussy, starring Sir Roger Moore as Ian Fleming's James Bond 007. The episode covers the story of Roger Moore's sixth outing as Bond which came out the same year as Never Say Never Again, Sir Sean Connery's final outing as 007. You'll learn about how the film was developed, how Roger was enticed to return (and the actor who had been hired to replace him), where it was made, how the stunts came together and much more. We also look at the film's legacy from its box office and critical response, to its current standings with with 007 fans around the world. If you want to take part in our 60th anniversary special, record a clip of yourself talking about your favourite, under-appreciated Bond movie moment and email the audio file (under 2 minutes please) to podcast@jamesbondatoz.co.uk. James Bond will return... in next week's James Bond's A-Z Podcast. Follow SpyHards on Twitter: https://twitter.com/SpyHards Follow Cam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/camvsmith Support the show by buying us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| O: Oddjob, Xenia Onatopp, Oscars and more | 21 Jul 2022 | 00:56:30 | |
On this episode of The James Bond A-Z Podcast hosts Tom Butler and Brendan Duffy explore the characters and creatives behind the 007 films that fall under the letter O. Topics covered include: Oddjob, the iconic Goldfinger henchman played by Harold Sakata O.K. Connery, the bizarre spy spoof starring Sean Connery's brother Neil that attracted an array of 007 alumni including Lois Maxwell, Bernard Lee, Adolfo Celi, Daniela Bianchi and more Xenia Onatopp, the unforgettable GoldenEye character played by Famke Janssen The history of James Bond at the Oscars from Goldfinger to No Time To Die Russian Generals Orlov (Steven Berkoff) and Ouromov (Gottfried John) from Octopussy and GoldenEye Plenty O'Toole, the Diamonds Are Forever character played by Lana Wood If you want to take part in our 60th anniversary special, record a clip of yourself talking about your favourite, under-appreciated Bond movie moment and email the audio file (under 2 minutes please) to podcast@jamesbondatoz.co.uk before 26 September, 2022. James Bond will return... in next week's James Bond's A-Z Podcast. Buy us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| Mark Salisbury: We've been expecting you | 14 Jul 2022 | 00:41:30 | |
On this episode of The James Bond A-Z Podcast hosts Tom Butler and Brendan Duffy are joined by author and journalist Mark Salisbury, the author of Titan Books' No Time To Die: The Making of the Film, making his podcasting debut. The author of the official making of book for No Time To Die, who enjoyed unparalleled access to the set of the 25th James Bond film, joins the team to reveal how he got the gig, what he knows about Danny Boyle's version of the film, who he spoke to on set, and how the book came together. He discusses how secrets were kept on set, reveals a deleted action scene that was cut from the final film, and talks about that ending. He also reveals what to expect from his next James Bond book Being Bond, A Daniel Craig Retrospective, which will be released in September, 2022. If you want to take part in our 60th anniversary special, record a clip of yourself talking about your favourite, under-appreciated Bond movie moment and email the audio file (under 2 minutes please) to podcast@jamesbondatoz.co.uk before 26 September, 2022. James Bond will return... in next week's James Bond's A-Z Podcast. Follow Mark Salisbury on Twitter: htwitter.com/mark_salisbury Support the show by buying us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| No Time To Die (2021) | 07 Jul 2022 | 01:51:16 | |
On this episode of The James Bond A-Z Podcast hosts Tom Butler and Brendan Duffy are joined by journalist Mark Harrison to do a deep dive into the story behind 2021's No Time To Die, starring Daniel Craig as Ian Fleming's James Bond 007. The episode covers the story of Daniel Craig's fifth and final outing as Bond which could easily claim the title of the most trouble Eon production to date. We track the progress of the movie from Danny Boyle's Bond 25 to the film that was released (eventually) in 2021, how its script evolved, how the cast and crew were assembled, where is was made, how the stunts were achieved, and much more. We also tackle the film's big spoilers, discuss the reputation and legacy of the divisive movie, and talk about the future of Bond. If you want to take part in our 60th anniversary special, record a clip of yourself talking about your favourite, under-appreciated Bond movie moment and email the audio file (under 2 minutes please) to podcast@jamesbondatoz.co.uk. James Bond will return... in next week's James Bond's A-Z Podcast. Follow Mark Harrison on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MHarrison90 Support the show by buying us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| Never Say Never Again (1983) | 30 Jun 2022 | 01:21:06 | |
On this episode of The James Bond A-Z Podcast hosts Tom Butler, Brendan Duffy, and Tom Wheatley take a closer look at 'Never Say Never Again', the 1983 James Bond film starring Sean Connery as 007. The story of the second Bond movie not produced by Eon is a tangled web that begins in 1961 with the release of Ian Fleming's 'Thunderball'. This episode covers the story of Kevin McClory's long-running legal battle with Eon from being awarded the movie rights to 'Thunderball', to the struggle to make 'Never Say Never Again', right up to his death in 2006 and the subsequent release of Spectre in 2015. It's the biggest behind-the-scenes in 007 movie history, one that casts a shadow over the entire franchise. We also bid a fond farewell to founding co-host Tom Wheatley who leaves the podcast on an all-time high, but promises to return in the future. James Bond will return... in next week's James Bond's A-Z Podcast. Support the show by buying us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| N: Nick Nack, Necros, Monty Norman and more | 23 Jun 2022 | 01:09:32 | |
On this episode of The James Bond A-Z Podcast hosts Tom Butler, Brendan Duffy, and Tom Wheatley explore the characters and creatives behind the 007 films that fall under the letter N. Topics covered include: Nick Nack, the diminutive henchman played by Hervé Villechaize in The Man With The Golden Gun. Necros, The Living Daylights heavy memorably portrayed by Andreas Wisniewski. Thomas Newman, the award-winning composer behind Skyfall and Spectre. Monty Norman, the man behind the iconic James Bond theme song, first used in Dr No. Nomi, Lashana Lynch's Double O agent from No Time To Die. And Doctor Julius No, Joseph Wiseman's iconic Bond villain. James Bond will return... in next week's James Bond's A-Z Podcast. Buy us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| Moonraker (1979) | 16 Jun 2022 | 01:46:02 | |
On this episode of The James Bond A-Z Podcast hosts Tom Butler, Brendan Duffy, and Tom Wheatley take a closer look at Moonraker, the 1979 James Bond film starring Roger Moore as 007. Charting the journey from page to screen, this episode takes a deep dive into the making of Roger Moore's fourth Bond movie from its humble literary origins to the biggest and boldest 007 movie yet. The episode looks at how the script came together, how NASA helped in pre-production, and who the key crew and cast were. Shot in France and in many different locations around the globe, Moonraker is a whole lotta movie - but is it the movie where Bond jumped the shark? We discuss that and much more. James Bond will return... in next week's James Bond's A-Z Podcast. Support the show by buying us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| M: Bernard Lee, Robert Brown, Judi Dench, Ralph Fiennes and more | 09 Jun 2022 | 01:15:45 | |
On this episode of The James Bond A-Z Podcast hosts Tom Butler, Brendan Duffy, and Tom Wheatley take a closer look at M, James Bond’s boss M, the Head of British Secret Service. We explore the origins of Ian Fleming's character and the people who are said to have inspired him. We take a look at all the screen incarnations and the actors behind the character: Bernard Lee, John Huston, Robert Brown, Edward Fox, Dame Judi Dench, and Ralph Fiennes. We also discuss which incarnation is our favourite and what the character can bring to the Bond series 60 years on. James Bond will return... in next week's James Bond's A-Z Podcast. Buy us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| Questions from the mailbag | 02 Jun 2022 | 01:02:32 | |
On this episode of The James Bond A-Z Podcast hosts Tom Butler, Brendan Duffy, and Tom Wheatley take a break from the regular routine to answer your Bond questions and conundrums. It's a bank holiday weekend in the UK, so we're throwing away the script to respond to some long overdue questions from you, our lovely listeners. Topics that we cover include: Our favourite Bond posters, our recommended viewing orders, our favourite 007 movie climaxes, and who we'd like to play Bond next. We also discuss our favourite Bond books and villains, discuss the most tantalising hypotheticals, and pitch our ideas for future action sequences. We also take a mid-series stock take on the podcast's 007 movie rankings, revealing a whole new Top 12. Find it on Letterboxd here. James Bond will return... in next week's James Bond's A-Z Podcast. Buy us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| You Only Live Twice (1967) | 09 Feb 2023 | 01:40:39 | |
On the latest episode of The James Bond A-Z Podcast hosts Tom Butler and Brendan Duffy are joined by author AJ Black to tackle 1967's You Only Live Twice. The team do a mammoth deep dive into the story behind Sir Sean Connery's fifth outing as James Bond 007, with the writer of The Cinematic Connery to share insight into Connery's mindset in 1967. We explore the development of the script, the movie's production in Japan and the UK, the team behind the film, the story of its shoot, its cast, crew, the locations, stunts, and much more. We take a look at the battle it faced with 1967's rival Bond film Casino Royale. We also look at the film's legacy, and where it stands with the fans. James Bond will return... in next week's James Bond's A-Z Podcast. Follow AJ Black on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ajblackwriter Buy The Cinematic Connery: The Films of Sir Sean Connery from Polaris Books. Buy us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Find us on Instagram: instagram.com/jamesbondatoz Email us on: podcast@jamesbondatoz.co.uk Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| Roger Moore - Part 2/2 | 26 May 2022 | 01:11:23 | |
On this episode of The James Bond A-Z Podcast hosts Tom Butler, Brendan Duffy, and Tom Wheatley further explore the life and career of Sir Roger Moore, the third big screen Bond who played 007 a record-setting seven times on screen. A man with a legendary career deserves a legendary episode, this is the second part of a two-part special with this one covering Sir Roger's life and career including the 1980s James Bond films For Your Eyes Only, Octopussy, and A View To A Kill. The episode also explores Roger's credits in the 1980s including North Sea Hijack, Cannonball Run and The Muppet Show. We take a look at his exit from Bond and his post-007 career including his charity work for UNICEF, appearing in Spice World, and his beef with Jean-Claude Van Damme. We also look at his later life including his books, tours, and finally his passing in 2017. James Bond will return... in next week's James Bond's A-Z Podcast. Buy us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Shop James Bond A-Z t-shirts and merchandise: the-james-bond-a-z-podcast.creator-spring.com/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||
| Roger Moore - Part 1/2 | 19 May 2022 | 01:06:38 | |
On this episode of The James Bond A-Z Podcast hosts Tom Butler, Brendan Duffy, and Tom Wheatley explore the life and career of Sir Roger Moore, the third big screen Bond who played 007 a record-setting seven times on screen. A man with a legendary career deserves a legendary episode, this is the first part of a two-part special with this one covering Sir Roger's life and career up to and including the 1970s James Bond films Live and Let Die, The Man With The Golden Gun, The Spy Who Loved Me and Moonraker. You'll learn about Roger's early life and route into acting. We discuss his early roles, and Hollywood successes, and his move into television. We also chat about how he landed the role of Bond, what he thought of it, and how he ended up living in tax exile by the end of the 1970s. We also dive into Roger's movies outside of Bond. Part 2 covers his 1980s Bond films, his life after 007, his charity work and much, much, more Moore. James Bond will return... in next week's James Bond's A-Z Podcast. Buy us a coffee: ko-fi.com/jamesbondatoz Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/jamesbondatoz Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | |||