Podcast · 113 episodes
Happy Sad Confused, page 4
by Josh Horowitz · English
On Happy Sad Confused, Josh Horowitz gets nerdy and intimate with the biggest movie stars and filmmakers on the planet. Each and every week, you’ll hear in-depth, career-spanning conversations with everyone from Samuel L. Jackson and Scarlett Johansson to Christopher Nolan and Quentin Tarantino. If you’ve ever wanted to know what it was like to get casual with A-listers like Tom Hiddleston or Kristen Stewart (all HSC regulars), then come on in and join Josh on Happy Sad Confused.
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Ryan CooglerRyan Coogler discusses his filmmaking influences and craft, with a major focus on Sinners, plus career pivots from Fruitvale Station to Creed and the Black Panther franchise.29 Dec 2025 · 1 h 1 min · 16 chapters
Walker ScobellWalker Scobell, star of Disney+’s Percy Jackson and the Olympians, discusses filming Season 2 (especially episode 4), the transition to Season 3, action/stunt details, fandom, and his favorite…25 Dec 2025 · 54 min · 14 chapters
Alia ShawkatAlia Shawkat discusses her career from Arrested Development and Search Party to her new film Atropia, plus her upcoming New York stage debut.22 Dec 2025 · 55 min · 25 chapters
Will Arnett, Vol. IIWill Arnett (from Arrested Development, BoJack Horseman, SmartLess) discusses his dramatic stand-up-comedy catharsis role in Bradley Cooper’s film Is This Thing On, based on a true story about a man…18 Dec 2025 · 48 min · 17 chapters
Jason FuchsHappy, Sad, Confused interview with Jason Fuchs, co-showrunner of It: Welcome to Derry, discussing the season’s making, Stephen King’s involvement, and his career path (Pan, Wonder Woman, and an…15 Dec 2025 · 52 min · 18 chapters
Elle Fanning, Vol. IIElle Fanning discusses her recent and upcoming work, especially Joachim Trier’s Sentimental Value, plus her experiences with directors, auditions, and acting “within acting.” She also talks about her…11 Dec 2025 · 53 min · 19 chapters
Guillermo del Toro, Vol. IVGuillermo del Toro discusses his long-gestating Frankenstein (now on Netflix), framing it as a 50+ year spiritual and creative “closing a chapter/birth” journey.8 Dec 2025 · 52 min · 21 chapters
Renate ReinsveConversation with actress Renate Reinsve about her career and influences, plus a deep discussion of Joachim Trier’s film Sentimental Value—family connections/disconnections, rehearsal-to-set…4 Dec 2025 · 51 min · 14 chapters
Mia GothMia Goth discusses her career path, imposter syndrome, and acting approach, then focuses on Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein (now on Netflix).1 Dec 2025 · 53 min · 20 chapters
Jessie Buckley & Paul MescalHappy, Sad, Confused episode focused on Hamnet, the new Chloe Zhao film (based on a book and inspired by Shakespeare), exploring love, loss, and grief; also discusses the actors’ creative process,…27 Nov 2025 · 45 min · 21 chapters
Winona Ryder, Vol. IVWinona Ryder returns for a “Stranger Things” (final season) conversation, reflecting on playing Joyce Byers for 10 years, the show’s focus on the kids, fandom during adolescence, and her creative…24 Nov 2025 · 43 min · 15 chapters
Brendan FraserLive career conversation with actor Brendan Fraser at 92nd Street Y, centered on his new film Rental Family and broader reflections on loneliness, empathy, and his acting choices.20 Nov 2025 · 1 h 1 min · 18 chapters
Edgar Wright, Vol. VEdgar Wright discusses his film The Running Man (a new adaptation of Stephen King’s novel) and how it blends dystopian sci-fi with fun, plus his approach to big-budget filmmaking, theatrical…17 Nov 2025 · 56 min · 20 chapters
Vince Gilligan & Rhea SeehornHappy, Sick, Infused live discussion of Apple TV+ sci-fi drama “Pluribus,” created by Vince Gilligan and starring Rhea Seehorn, with emphasis on the show’s premise, themes, and the actors’ process.13 Nov 2025 · 55 min · 25 chapters
PREDATOR: BADLANDS Spoiler Special (w/Dan Trachtenberg)Spoiler special interview with director Dan Trachtenberg about Predator: Badlands, released in theaters.10 Nov 2025 · 49 min · 17 chapters
Jacob ElordiJacob Elordi discusses his career and craft, focusing on his role as the Creature in Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein, plus his earlier breakout work (The Kissing Booth, Euphoria) and influences…6 Nov 2025 · 51 min · 21 chapters
James McAvoy & Elliot PageLive New York Comic-Con mini-reunion episode where Josh Horowitz moderates a conversation with Elliot Page and James McAvoy about their X-Men roles (Kitty Pryde and Charles Xavier), plus their…3 Nov 2025 · 50 min · 26 chapters
Martin SheenMartin Sheen discusses his acting career and his new podcast, blending poetry, personal biographical stories, and social/political commentary.31 Oct 2025 · 1 h 13 min · 24 chapters
NOBODY WANTS THIS (Kristen Bell, Adam Brody, Justine Lupe, Jackie Tohn, Timothy Simons)Live Q&A at 92nd Street Y celebrating Netflix’s Nobody Wants This Season 2 (first two episodes screened).27 Oct 2025 · 1 h · 33 chapters
Jeremy Allen WhiteJeremy Allen White discusses his career evolution from Shameless to The Bear, and the challenges of playing Bruce Springsteen in Springsteen, Deliver Me from Nowhere.24 Oct 2025 · 54 min · 24 chapters
THE MATRIX reunion with Laurence Fishburne & Joe PantolianoA live New York Comic Con panel on The Matrix, 25+ years after release, featuring Lawrence Fishburne (Morpheus) and Joe Pantoliano (Cypher).22 Oct 2025 · 50 min · 26 chapters
Emma Stone & Jesse PlemonsEmma Stone and Jesse Plemons discuss Yorgos Lanthimos’ film Begonia, which they describe as a darkly comic kidnapping drama with heightened, dialogue-heavy scenes.20 Oct 2025 · 44 min · 18 chapters
Aziz AnsariLive interview at 92nd Street Y about Aziz Ansari’s feature directorial debut Good Fortune, a high-concept fantasy comedy dramedy hitting theaters Friday.17 Oct 2025 · 59 min · 24 chapters
Sigourney WeaverA live New York Comic Con interview with Sigourney Weaver (and later Veronica Cartwright) focused on her genre career—especially Alien and Aliens—plus stories from Ghostbusters, Galaxy Quest, Avatar,…15 Oct 2025 · 1 h 2 min · 26 chapters