The Actor and The Engineer Podcast cover art

The Actor and The Engineer Podcast

The Actor and The Engineer Podcast

By: Paul James and Josh Knapp
Listen for free

About this listen

 This is a film podcast by two people that come at movies from different angles. Paul is a trained actor and Josh is a broadcast engineer. They have lively conversations about all aspects of old and new films: technical, emotional, acting, directing, writing, music, special effects, and more. Check out the website at www.actorandengineer.com and email actorandengineer@gmail.com. Art Entertainment & Performing Arts
Episodes
  • Ep 401 - Weapons

    Ep 401 - Weapons
    Sep 25 2025

    This week we start with Paul recounting his recent performance in a play up in Virginia, sharing his thoughts on the experience and the audience's reception. We also touch on the emotional and technical challenges faced during his performance. Then we get into the film 'Weapons,' directed by Zach Cregger. We discuss the film’s characters, notable scenes, and the overarching themes, touching on its horror elements and the director’s unique storytelling approach.
    Show More Show Less
    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Ep 400 - Top 4 Performances and Tech Achievements

    Ep 400 - Top 4 Performances and Tech Achievements
    Aug 31 2025

    Welcome to the 400th episode of The Actor and the Engineer! Paul shares his top four acting performances seen during the podcast's run, discussing the tremendous talent showcased in movies like 'If Beale Street Could Talk' and 'Birdman.' Meanwhile, Josh delves into advancements like digital film projection, drone usage, the ARRI Alexa cameras, and the revolutionary use of virtual sets. Join us for a dynamic and heartfelt discussion as we honor filmmaking and reflect on our podcast journey.
    Show More Show Less
    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Ep 399 - Eddington

    Ep 399 - Eddington
    Jul 30 2025

    In this episode we kick off with Paul announcing his new play, 'The Lifespan of a Fact'. Then we have an in-depth analysis of the film ‘Eddington', directed by Ari Aster. We explore various plot points, character motivations, social media's impact, and the film's complex themes.
    Show More Show Less
    1 hr and 14 mins
No reviews yet
In the spirit of reconciliation, Audible acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.