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Small Beans

Michael Swaim, Abe Epperson, Adam Ganser, David Bell

Booking Overview

This is a film-focused commentary show centered on analysis of movies and filmmaking, with regular host-led episodes and occasional interviews with notable filmmakers such as Boots Riley. Credible pitches would include directors, screenwriters, actors, and other film creators with substantial credits or a current release; booking is likely high difficulty for prominent guests, though creators with strong niche expertise may be more accessible.

Metrics

Episodes: 500

Frequency: Several times a week

Rating: 4.9/5.0

Estimated listeners: 10,000 - 100,000

Listener location: USA

Instagram: 1.9k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

allthesmallbeans@gmail.com

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Host

Michael Swaim - Writer, comedian, filmmaker, and podcast host known for film and pop-culture commentary.

Abe Epperson - Writer, comedian, and podcast host focused on film and pop-culture commentary.

Adam Ganser - Writer, comedian, and podcast host.

David Bell - Writer and podcast host.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

high
Typical Credentials:  
Established filmmakers, screenwriters, actors, and other film creators with notable credits, especially those promoting a current or upcoming project.
Required Achievements:  
Notable feature-film or television credits, Directing or writing acclaimed projects, A current film or television release

Recent Guest Discussions

Boots Riley - His Latest Film, Working Methods, And Creative Motivations.

Recent Topics

Film, Film Criticism, Horror Film, Film Directing, Screenwriting

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Small Beans
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1090. Frame Rate: Over Your Dead Body (Feat. Jason Pargin)

October 17, 2026

In a similar vein to our guest’s new book, out now (There Are No Giant Crabs in This Novel: A Novel of Giant Crabs), Jason Pargin joins the boys to discuss the 2026 comedy-horror film Over Your Dead Body. Written by friends of the pod, Brian McElhaney and Nick Kocher. The boys talk about sketch comedy, comedy trends in movies, and how proud they are of their peers. Features: Jason Pargin: https://www.amazon.com/There-Giant-Crabs-This-Novel/dp/B0GGDVC58V Michael Swaim: https://bsky.app/profi...

1088. Frame Rate: Evil Does Not Exist

October 13, 2026

This episode is brought to you by the Pick the Flick tier on our patreon. So, everyone, thank Wildfires Now Support This Podcast for paying for the episode! Thanks Wildfires! This film, directed by Ryusuke Hamaguchi (Drive My Car, 2021), looks at a fictional rural village in Japan, as it’s attempted to be gentrified, and the locals that are reluctant to open their livelihood to city residents. Features: Michael Swaim: https://bsky.app/profile/michaelswaim.bsky.social Abe Epperson: https://...

1084. Frame Rate: Tenet

October 03, 2026

Adam and Abe have officially started their Christopher Nolan watch-through. We’re not going chronologically: we’ve devised a complex system of time to manipulate your emotions. So now we’re going back to 2020: to the tale of a man who stops another man who is trying to end the world with reverse. Features: Abe Epperson: https://bsky.app/profile/abeepp.bsky.social Adam Ganser: https://bsky.app/profile/ganz.bsky.social Support Small Beans and access Additional Content: https://www.patreon.com...

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Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
Small Beans
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How do I get in touch with Small Beans?

Small Beans is hosted by Michael Swaim and Abe Epperson. Its publicly listed email is allthesmallbeans@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Small Beans?

The publicly listed email for Small Beans: allthesmallbeans@gmail.com.

How many listeners does Small Beans have?

Podseeker estimates Small Beans reaches 10,000 to 100,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Small Beans?

Small Beans typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Established filmmakers, screenwriters, actors, and other film creators with notable credits, especially those promoting a current or upcoming project. Common among recent guests: Notable feature-film or television credits; Directing or writing acclaimed projects; A current film or television release. Recent guests include Boots Riley.

How hard is it to get booked on Small Beans?

High. It mostly books established leaders in its field.

What topics does Small Beans cover?

Recent episodes cover Film, Film Criticism, Horror Film, Film Directing, and Screenwriting. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

allthesmallbeans@gmail.com

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