Hawke Cast

Wait, where are Corey and Kyle? They're not here. They don't live in New York. They can't just go to Broadway shows all the time! Thank goodness friends of pod, Ben Ferber and Alison Schilling, are on call to break down Ethan Hawke's new play True West! That's right, Ben and Alison are hosting their very own Hawke Cast episode, and things are gonna get a little crazy! We've got segments galore, fancy sound effects, breakdowns of how theatrical copyright works, and even a special theme song just for this episode! You won't wanna miss this. And always keep Hawke-ing the skies.

Did you know Ethan Hawke is on Broadway *right now*? We did, but we really didn't feel like shelling out the money for tickets. We've already done a lot for this guy, ya know? That's why we got four SPECIAL NEW YORK CORRESPONDENTS (but only three episodes) to tell us all about True West, in which Ethan stars as a real slimeball with Paul Dano as his brother! First up is quadruple threat (dancer/actor/writer/podcaster) Rebecca Bulnes, host of the delightful podcast Classroom Crush! She gets into Ethan's gut acting, motion on stage, and Jeremy Strong's feet, somehow! You'll love it. Enjoy our chat, and keep Hawke-ing the skies!  

Welcome back to Hawke Cast! This is a new era for the pod, because Ethan Hawke himself found out we exist. Good news though, he loves us. Come on the show! It'll be fun! Anyway, our first episode of 2019 is CYMBELINE with returning friend of the podcast, Shannon Keane! This film has the same director as Hamlet (2002), but is way more fun. Join us as we discuss Shakespeare adaptations, platonic bro squeezes, iPads on skateboards, and Dakota Johnson's outfits. And from now until the end, keep Hawke-ing the skies.   Also follow our Twitter.

Welcome back, everyone! Hope you had a restful break. We... definitely did........ New episodes start February 4th! Let's keep Hawke-ing the skies... until the very end.

Yes hello! For the final Hawke Cast of 2018, we got to do something very special. Here we have an interview with Vulture's own Hunter Harris, a wonderful writer and Ethan Hawke enthusiast. Hunter and I came together to discuss Ethan's stellar 2018, especially his soon-to-be-Oscar-nominated performance in First Reformed. We also talk about the Before Trilogy, Ethan's remarkable ability to give thoughtful interviews, Bradley Cooper's seeming lack of enthusiasm, and how Vice sucks. Let's just say, if Ethan doesn't get a Best Actor nomination, the Academy will be hearing from Harris. Thanks for listening to all 22 episodes this year. We will return in January after a short break. Have a happy new year, and as always, keep Hawke-ing the skies!

Do you like comedy? Me neither, good thing this movie isn't funny and is instead a dark character study based on a play! Ali Russo and Todd Stark join us to discuss The Jimmy Show, directed by and starring Frank Whaley. Ethan plays his work friend who's always stoned. We talk self-direction, New Jersey, the nature of adaptation, and the American Dad episode "Blood Crieth Unto Heaven", which we rewatched immediately after recording.   Keep Hawke-ing the skies!

Today's film, GETAWAY, is actually a Christmas movie, which doesn't entirely fit with the month of November. Also, we recorded this in August. However, this film is unbelievably perplexing, so this episode quickly became our CONSPIRACIES SPECIAL. Conspiracies addressed with the help of special guest Dan Vruno: Was this film a front for the mob? Did Ethan Hawke inspire Justin Bieber to grow a beard? Why is Selena Gomez the most followed person on Instagram? Why did Ethan Hawke take the role of BRETT MAGNA? What is Tonight at Noon, and why was it filmed in 2005 to never be released? And more! Enjoy this episode about one of Ethan's worst movies, and please keep Hawke-ing the skies!

Happy HallowEthan/Ethanween! Hope you're getting some treats! In our very first CROSSOVER EPISODE, we have the hosts of acclaimed horror podcast NAMELESS CULTS, Michael Roberson and Dan Cullen! We're discussing the 2012 horror film SINISTER, which was genuinely frightening! Ethan plays a washed-up horror writer who discovers some gruesome film in his new home. You can probably guess what happens next.  Join us for a lively discussion of the film, some fun horror movie trivia, and the one Family Guy joke that Kyle has had stuck in his head since 2003.   Keep Hawke-ing the skies, and listen to Nameless Cults wherever you get your podcasts!

Welcome to Ethanween! Hallowethan? Whatever, you get it. First up we have a movie that's ostensibly meant to be scary, but it mostly just terrible! It's REGRESSION, which stars Ethan as a detective named BRUCE KENNER. It also stars Emma Watson, who is terrible here. Dan Richman and Todd Stark join us to discuss bad American accents, a gruesome sex scene, and a theory that this film was rewritten at the last minute to make even LESS sense. Keep Hawke-ing the skies.  

It's finally here! The latest film directed by Mr. Hawke, BLAZE! This is a special episode because we got to see Ethan do a Q&A after the screening, and he's pretty much a genius! Enjoy the episode, the first episode in the "AME" era (After Meeting Ethan), and keep Hawke-ing the skies!

THIS IS A HAWKE CAST ANNOUNCEMENT. TONIGHT, I MET ETHAN HAWKE (the actor) OUTSIDE THE COOLIDGE CORNER THEATER IN BROOKLINE, MA. KEEP HAWKE-ING THE SKIES.

Corey saw Juliet, Naked, so we're back to discuss it again! It's a nice movie, y'all should see it. Keep Hawke-ing the skies!

Do you too wear cardigans and dream of leaving your sleepy English seaside town? Do you have a minor obsession with disappeared rock stars and/or Ethan Hawke? Do you enjoy pleasant little romantic comedies that leave you smiling? Then JULIET, NAKED is the film for you. It's in theaters now! Returning friends of the pod Shannon Keane and Kyle Risley discuss Nick Hornby phases, Ethan's hair, Rose Byrne's shining personality, and the early 90s. JULIET NAKED is Hawke Cast approved! Part Two with Corey will be coming soon! Keep Hawke-ing the skies!

Here comes the first* podcast to ever discuss another podcast! That's right, this week we're taking on the Gimlet Media podcast SANDRA, starring Kristen Wiig, Alia Shawkat, and Ethan Hawke in a comedic supporting role! Is Ethan a good voice actor? Is this podcast strangely apolitical about drones and our surveillance state? Does the concept literally make no sense? Is it all a giant ad for HP and 'nice' AI? All these questions will be answered, plus speculation on the very future of podcasts themselves! Keep Hawke-ing the skies, and don't listen to Sandra!   *Not the first

Once you check in, you can never leave. But oh, you'll want to. Welcome to Ethan's directorial debut CHELSEA WALLS, a terrible film that's really more of a mood piece. Our guest is 23-year-old internet darling FRAN HOEPFNER, who hated it. Join us as we discuss Ethan's filter choices, dire audio quality, Uma Thurman's wig, and Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again.   And be sure to keep Hakwe-ing the skies!

You've got a date with Ethan! Our special Mystery Guest (first heard on First Reformed Part Two) joins us to discuss the 1991 'romantic' 'comedy' MYSTERY DATE. Listen for our breakdown of the nonsensical plot, the blatant racism, and its strange similarities to 2018 comedy hit Game Night. This movie isn't worth watching! Keep Hawke-ing the skies!

Welcome to the final* installment of Ethan's Book Club! Described by critics as "Ethan Hawke's second novel", the focus of today's discussion is Ash Wednesday! In this sweaty episode, recorded on one of the hottest days of the year in New York City, we welcome two first-time guests, Arman Avasia and Ben Ferber, and two returning friends of the podcast, Alison Schilling and Ryan Duggan! Join us as we discuss yet another Ethan sighting, his character names, New Orleans, and more! And as always, keep Hawke-ing the skies!     *He could easily put out another book before we finish this podcast.

War never changes. And neither does the focus of this podcast! From the author of DAD (Remember, the one with Jack Lemmon's manic phase?) comes A MIDNIGHT CLEAR, a tale of young soldiers and their wintery trials near the end of World War II. Friend of the podcast Bobby Duffy returns to discuss religious symbolism, virginity pacts, babyface boys, and Peter Berg's Battleship (2012). Keep Hawke-ing the skies! (With some bonus help from beloved friend of the pod Em Cassel)

And now a reading from the book of Ethan. This reading contains SPOILERS We return once more to FIRST REFORMED since Corey got to see it! We are joined again by Todd Stark and a first-time guest, Chloe Golden! Join us as we discuss this remarkable film, Ethan's performance, the cinematography, and much much more.   Keeping Hawke-ing the skies!

Welcome to the church of Ethan! For our special 30th episode, we're doing things a bit differently. Kyle and returning friends of the podcast Michael Roberson and Todd Stark were able to see a special screening of Ethan's latest film FIRST REFORMED at IFFBoston back in April (Corey was busy picking up some seriously cool old issues of National Geographic and was unable to attend. This seemed like a valid excuse). The director, Paul Schrader, made a surprise appearance at the end and answered some audience questions. Join us for a relatively spoiler-free discussion of this bonkers film. We will return for another service at First Reformed when Corey is able to see the film in June. Our follow-up episode will contain full spoilers, so go see FIRST REFORMED when it arrives in your town!   And keep Hawke-ing the skies!