Soundtracking with Edith Bowman

Edith Bowman

In a unique weekly podcast, Edith Bowman sits down with a variety of film directors, actors, producers and composers to talk about the music that inspired them and how they use music in their films, from their current release to key moments in their career. The music chosen by our guests is woven into the interview and used alongside clips from their films.

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20 episodes
Updated July 27

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July 27 · 40 min
618: Isabella Summers On The Music Of Lucky & Her Career
Our latest guest on Soundtracking is musician Isabella Summers, founding member of Florence + The Machine and now esteemed film and TV composer. She joins us ostensibly to discuss her work on Lucky, which is streaming now on Apple TV - though we cover so much more in what is a thoroughly broad and entertaining conversation. Starring Anya Taylor-Joy, Annette Bening and Timothy Olyphant, Lucky tells the story of a con-artist forced to go on the run when a multimillion dollar heist goes sideways after her boyfriend double-crosses her.
July 20 · 33 min
617: Christopher Nolan On The Music Of The Odyssey
Our latest guest on Soundtracking marks the cinematic event of the year thus far, as Christopher Nolan joins us to discuss his latest masterpiece, The Odyssey. Boasting a stellar cast, Chris's retelling of Homer's classic poem has been selling out cinemas in seconds and even crashing ticketing sites - and we can assure you if you're one of the people who's booked, you're in for an absolute treat. The Odyssey is scored by friend-of-the-show, Ludwig Goransson, and Christopher goes into great depth about the nature of their process.
July 13 · 53 min
616: Rafe Spall & Orla Gartland On The Music Of Trying
Our latest guests on Soundtracking join us to chat about season 5 of comedy-drama Trying, which is streaming now on Apple TV. First up is star of the show, Rafe Spall, followed by Orla Gartland, who is the latest in a line of fantastic musicians to provide original music for the show. For those who don't know, Trying tells the story of Jason and Nikki - played by Rafe's real-life partner, Esther Smith - who struggle to conceive before deciding to adopt, which presents its own set of problems for them to deal with.
July 8 · 54 min
615: Philip Barantini, Aaron May & David Ridley On The Music Of Enola Holmes 3
Our latest episode is a special double header on Enola Holmes 3, which is streaming now on Netflix. First up is friend of the show, Philip Barantini, who directed the film, before we hear from his regular composers Aaron May and David Ridley. Starring Millie Bobbie Brown, Enola Holmes 3 tells the story of the world-famous detective's sister, who heads to Malta to get married only to be embroiled in and investigate Sherlock's mysterious kidnapping.
June 29 · 48 min
614: Isobel Waller-Bridge & Hania Rani In Conversation (Live At Soho House)
Our latest guests on Soundtracking are composers Isobel Waller-Bridge and Hania Rani, who joined Edith in conversation at a very special event organised by Dirty Soup Music, live at Soho House in London. A previous guest on the show, Isobel is responsible for scoring the likes of Emma, The Phantom Of The Open and Wicked Little Letters. Hania, meanwhile, topically provided British broadcaster ITV with their theme music for the England men's football team, and won the European Film Award for Best Composer for her score for Sentimental Value. Speaking of which, you can check out my chat with the direct and star of that film, Joachim Trier and Stellan Skarsgaard respectively, at edithbowman.com
June 22 · 33 min
613: Jodie Foster Discuss A Private Life & Her Career
Our latest guest on Soundtracking - and boy have we had some crackers recently - is none other than Jodie Foster, who joins us to discuss her starring role in psychological thriller, A Private Life. Speaking French (it's a French film), Jodie plays a renowned psychiatrist who launches a private investigation into the suicide of one of her patients, who she believes was murdered. We also discuss Bugsy Malone, Taxi Driver and Silence Of The Lambs.
June 20 · 31 min
612: Andrew Stanton & Lindsey Collins On The Music Of Toy Story 5
We have a couple of Pixar legends for you on our latest episode of Soundtracking. We're thrilled to welcome writer / director Andrew Stanton and producer Lindsay Collins to the podcast on the much-anticipated release of Toy Story 5. Toy Story 5 has the band back together but facing an existential threat as Bonnie's interest in them wanes as she is introduced to technology. In a beautiful stroke of creative circularity, Toy Story 5 is scored by Randy Newman, who also provided the music for the first film.
June 17 · 39 min
611: Finneas O'Connell On The Music Of Beef 2, Bond & Barbie
Slightly later than billed, our latest episode sees a welcome return to Soundtacking to the utterly charming Finneas O'Connell, who joins us to discuss his score for Beef 2. We've already spoken to Sonny Lee, creator and showrunner of the hugely acclaimed and successful Netflix show, so please do listen to that if you haven't already. But it's always such a joy to take a deep musical dive with Finneas, who speaks so eloquently about his craft. We get into Bond and Barbie too!
June 15 · 39 min
610: Daniel Pemberton & Brian May On Masters Of The Universe
In a last minute change of plan, our latest guests on Soundtracking are Daniel Pemberton and Brian May, who join us to discuss their musical collaboration on Masters Of The Universe. Based on the classic cartoon, Masters Of The Universe tells the story of Adam, who returns to his home planet of Eternia to take his destiny as He-Man and confront his nemesis Skeletor. This is a fascinating insight into Daniel and Brian's process, not to be missed by score enthusiasts.
June 8 · 1 hr 2 min
608: Composer Craig Armstrong Live From The Sands Film Festival Of St Andrew's
We bring you Edith's conversation with Craig, recorded at the Byre Theatre in St Andrew's in front of an audience. Craig goes into great depth about his storied career, his process, and the relationships he's formed with the various luminaries he's worked with.
June 1 · 42 min
607: Olivia Newman & Dickon Hinchliffe On The Music Of Remarkably Bright Creatures
Our latest guests on Soundtracking are director Olivia Newman and composer Dickon Hinchliffe, who join me to discuss Dickon's score for Olivia's Netflix film, Remarkably Bright Creatures. Based on the international bestseller of the same name by Shelby Van Pelt, it tells the story of an elderly cleaner at an aquarium who takes a young drifter under her wing, all under the watchful gaze of a giant octopus, who deepens and solidifies their connection.
May 30 · 32 min
606: Kristin Scott Thomas Live From Soundtracking Film Club At Everyman, In Partnership With Range Rover
Our latest guest is Kristin Scott Thomas, who joined Edith in front of an audience for our Soundtracking Film Club at Everyman Whiteley's to discuss her new film My Mother's Wedding - which she has co-written and directed, and also stars in. This is the first of our events in partnership with Range Rover, a brand synonymous with mastery in all its forms, championing those who push boundaries, define standards and create enduring impact. Both Soundtracking and Everyman align naturally with Range Rover’s core principles relating to leadership, cultural authority and creative excellence, so we're absolutely thrilled they have chosen to support our podcast, which was recorded live in front of an audience following a screening of Kristin's film.
May 25 · 48 min
605: Neil Forsyth Talks Legends (Live At The Soundtracking Film Club At Everyman)
Our latest guest on Soundtracking features as part of our Soundtracking Film Club, with writer and showrunner Neil Forsyth joined Edith at Everyman Whiteley's to discuss the Netflix drama Legends. Featuring a wonderful ensemble cast - Tom Burke, Haley Squires and Steve Coogan among them - Legends tells the based-on-truth story of a small, poorly-resourced group of customs officers who went undercover to infiltrate some of the most notorious drug-trafficking gangs in the UK.
May 22 · 30 min
604: Jon Favreau Returns To Discuss The Music Of The Mandolorian & Grogu
Our latest guest on Soundtracking is, as Edith mentions at the start of our chat, someone we owe a huge debt of gratitude to. For the impossibly likeable Jon Favreau was the very first guest she interviewed for the podcast, literally a decade ago! Back then, Jon discussed his take on The Jungle Book; today, he is with us to talk through the music of The Mandolorian & Grogu, which is scored by friend of the show, Ludwig Goransson
May 18 · 39 min
603: Rivals Special With Dominic Treadwell-Collins & Elliot Hegarty
Our latest guests on Soundtracking are Dominic Treadwell-Collins and Elliot Hegarty, respectively the writer and lead director of the Disney + TV series, Rivals, season 2 of which is streaming now. Based on the novel by Jilly Cooper, it's cheeky, nostalgic, raunchy, full of twists and turns and also incredibly funny. As well as featuring tonnes of classic 80s needle-drops, Rivals comes with a fantastic score - courtesy of Natalie Holt and Jack Halama.
May 11 · 28 min
602: Richard Gadd On New Series, Half Man
Our latest guest on Soundtracking is Richard Gadd, creator of the phenomenon that is Baby Reindeer, who joins us to discuss his new project Half Man, which you can watch now on the BBC iPlayer and HBO Max. Starring Richard and Jamie Bell as non-blood-related brothers, it tells the story of a reunion at a wedding that leads to all manner of chaos, and deals with issues relating to toxic masculinity, family and identity.
May 9 · 35 min
601: Composer Teddy Shapiro On The Music Of The Devil Wears Prada 2
It's bonus time! And our bonus for you is a man much discussed on this podcast but making his debut as a guest. Composer Theodore 'Teddy' Shapiro joins us to discuss his work on The Devil Wears Prada 2, but also Severance, Dodgeball and much much more.
May 5 · 32 min
600: Composer Oliver Coates Live At The London Soundtrack Festival (Part II)
Finally, we bring you the second part of our conversation with the inimitable Oliver Coates, brought to you from St Luke's Church in partnership with our very good friends at Milan Records.
May 4 · 41 min
599: David Lowery On The Music Of 'Mother Mary' (With Billie Elish & James Cameron)
Our latest episode of Soundtracking is one of our faves, as David Lowery returns for a fourth time to discuss the music of Mother Mary - recorded at a special event hosted by our good friends at Spotify. Starring Anne Hathaway and Michaela Coel, it tells the story of a iconic popstar whose reunion with a former costume designer forces her to confront her past. Mother Mary features several original songs, which David put together with the help of FKA Twigs, Charli XCX and Jack Antonoff. Regular co-collaborator, Daniel Hart, meanwhile provides the score. We also hear from Billie Elish and James Cameron, in an interview you can watch in full at our Youtube channel, Soundtracking Extra.
April 27 · 44 min
598: Oliver Coates Live At The London Soundtrack Festival (Part I)
It's a very special episode of Soundtracking, as we bring you the first part of our live recording with composer Oliver Coates, recorded at St Luke's Church as part of the London Soundtrack Festival in partnership with our very good friends at Milan Records. We cannot tell you how much work Oliver put into the event - going way above and beyond the expectations for an average Q&A. So it is that you'll hear him breaking down cues, deconstructing clips from films he's worked on and whipping out (and performing on) his beloved cello.