

Happy Sad Confused
Josh Horowitz
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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Feb 27, 2026 • 53min
Zack Snyder, Vol. III
Zack Snyder, filmmaker known for large-scale, visually driven superhero films, reflects on the 10th anniversary of Batman v Superman. He discusses inspirations like Dark Knight Returns and the choices behind casting and the Trinity. Conversation covers Doomsday, the controversial 'Martha' moment, the rise of the Snyderverse and fan impact, plus smaller projects and future plans.

Feb 25, 2026 • 46min
Baz Luhrmann, Vol. II
Baz Luhrmann isn't done with Elvis just yet. After his blockbuster biopic with Austin Butler, the singular filmmaker has crafted a unique documentary/concert film, EPIC, that is earning some of the best reviews of his career. He joins Josh to talk about his journey with Elvis, how close Harry Styles came to playing him, reflections on MOULIN ROUGE, and a sneak peek at his long gestating Joan of Ark film.
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Feb 19, 2026 • 51min
Kate Hudson
Kate Hudson, Oscar nominee and acclaimed actress known for Almost Famous and Song Sung Blue, reflects on her career, family as artists, and the pressures of award season. She discusses promoting a buzzy film, worrying over tone and chemistry, working with Hugh Jackman, memorable Almost Famous moments, auditions for major directors, and collaborations that shaped her path.

Feb 12, 2026 • 53min
Emerald Fennell, Vol. II
Emerald Fennell is back with another film that has everyone talking. She's followed up SALTBURN with an adaptation of her favorite novel, WUTHERING HEIGHTS, and she's here to talk about it all, Jacob Elordi and Margot Robbie, the romance and sex, the world building, and more.
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Feb 5, 2026 • 57min
Wagner Moura
Wagner Moura, an Oscar-nominated Brazilian actor and filmmaker known for Narcos and Elite Squad, shares stories from his career. He talks about navigating politics in film, directing in Brazil and the U.S., and preparing intense roles. He also reflects on theatrical roots, international collaborations, and lighter pop-culture moments.

Jan 29, 2026 • 1h 17min
Kevin McCarthy
It's a special Happy Sad Confused cross-over episode with fellow film enthusiast and master interviewer Kevin McCarthy! Josh and Kevin trade interview stories, podcasting techniques, and movie hot takes, and more! Check out Kevin's podcast, On Film with Kevin McCarthy.
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Jan 22, 2026 • 50min
Chris Pratt
Chris Pratt, franchise king, improv master and now centerstage on Happy Sad Confused. Chris joins Josh to chat about almost going by Christo in his career, the audition that changed everything, his Marvel future, and his latest film, MERCY.
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Jan 12, 2026 • 50min
Jennifer Lawrence
Jennifer Lawrence exploded onto the scene 15 years ago with an Oscar nomination for WINTER'S BONE. An Oscar win for SILVER'S LINING PLAYBOOK and an iconic role in THE HUNGER GAMES soon came after and there's been no looking back since. She joins Josh to reflect on it all and talk about her acclaimed new film DIE MY LOVE, now available on MUBI. Recorded at the 92nd Street Y.
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Jan 8, 2026 • 52min
Tom Hiddleston, Vol. VII
Tom Hiddleston is back! One of our very favorites on Happy Sad Confused starts the year off right with Josh at this chat recorded at the 92nd Street Y. From the return of THE NIGHT MANAGER to the return of Loki in AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY to Tom's favorite Christmas movie, this is a fun one.
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Jan 4, 2026 • 53min
STRANGER THINGS finale Spoiler Special w/Matt & Ross Duffer
SPOILER WARNING: In their first and thus far only post STRANGER THINGS spoiler chat, Matt and Ross Duffer return to Happy Sad Confused to answer ALL the big questions!
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