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The BIFA Podcast

Joy Hunter, Karis Aldridge

Booking Overview

This is a weekly interview podcast focused on independent film, featuring established actors, directors, cinematographers, and other film-industry talent discussing their careers, influences, and current work. PR agencies could credibly pitch acclaimed screen talent and senior creative professionals with notable independent-film credits or relevant new projects; booking difficulty is high because recent guests include well-known actors and an Oscar-nominated cinematographer.

Metrics

Episodes: 63

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Listener location: United Kingdom

YouTube: 8.8k subscribers

Instagram: 91.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

hello@bifa.film

joy@bifa.film

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Host

Joy Hunter - Podcast host and interviewer focused on independent film and its creative talent.

Karis Aldridge - Podcast host and interviewer focused on independent film and its creative talent.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

high
Typical Credentials:  
Established actors, directors, cinematographers, and other film professionals with notable independent-film credits, award recognition, or a prominent current project.
Required Achievements:  
Notable film credits, Award nominations or wins, Directorial or cinematography accomplishments, Prominent current film or television projects

Recent Guest Discussions

Kiell Smith-Bynoe - Independent Film, Comedy, His Acting Career, And The Importance Of Keeping Independent Films Playful And Silly.

George MacKay - Films That Shaped His Taste, Jane Austen, Masculinity, And Changes Needed In The Film Industry.

Seamus McGarvey - His Cinematography Career, Film Lighting, Visual Craft, And Work On Major Independent Films.

James McAvoy - His Directorial Debut, Working-class Representation, Acting, Filmmaking, Horror, And His Career In Film.

Tahar Rahim - His Breakout Performance In A Prophet, Ken Loach Films, Cinema-going, And His Current Screen Work.

Recent Topics

Film, Independent Film, Acting, Directing, Cinematography

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
The BIFA Podcast
:

Douglas Booth on The Blame, why audiences still love LOL, and being obsessed with Gladiator

October 01, 2026

Douglas has entered the Booth!This week on The BIFA Podcast, we speak to Douglas Booth about coming up through the independent film, his childhood obsession with the Gladiator, and his current starring role in The Blame alongside Michelle Keegan.Watch The Blame now on ITVX!Also discussed: The legacy of The Riot Club, how Loving Vincent was made, and why teenage girls everywhere remain obsessed with LOL.Listen to the Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts an...

Kiell Smith-Bynoe talks Ghosts, Wicker, and why we need more purely silly independent films

September 16, 2026

Becky what? 👻Kiell Smith Bynoe is this week’s guest on The BIFA Podcast supported by Kia, and he’s here to talk Wicker, Ghosts, Stath Lets Flats, and why independent film needs to stay silly.Listen to the Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts and watch the filmed version on the BIFA Youtube channel.VOTE FOR YOUR FAVOURITE CINEMA: https://www.bifa.film/coty-vote/FOLLOW BIFA ON SOCIALInstagram - @BIFA_film TikTok - @BIFA_film X - @BIFA_filmABOUT THE BIFA POD...

George Mackay on Sense and Sensibility, interrogating masculinity, and avoiding 'algorithmic fluff’

September 02, 2026

Me oh my, it’s George Mackay! This week’s guest on The BIFA Podcast is a bonafide British Indie star, known for his work in Pride, Femme, Captain Fantastic, True History of The Kelly Gang and Sense and Sensibility! We sat down with the BIFA winning Actor to talk about the films that shaped his taste, why Jane Austen is more relevant than ever, and what needs to change in the film industry. Listen to the Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts and watch the f...

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Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
The BIFA Podcast
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How do I get in touch with The BIFA Podcast?

The BIFA Podcast is hosted by Joy Hunter and Karis Aldridge. Its publicly listed emails are hello@bifa.film and joy@bifa.film. 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 The BIFA Podcast?

The publicly listed emails for The BIFA Podcast: hello@bifa.film and joy@bifa.film.

How many listeners does The BIFA Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates The BIFA Podcast reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The BIFA Podcast?

The BIFA Podcast typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Established actors, directors, cinematographers, and other film professionals with notable independent-film credits, award recognition, or a prominent current project. Common among recent guests: Notable film credits; Award nominations or wins; Directorial or cinematography accomplishments. Recent guests include Kiell Smith-Bynoe, George MacKay, and Seamus McGarvey.

How hard is it to get booked on The BIFA Podcast?

High. It mostly books established leaders in its field.

What topics does The BIFA Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Film, Independent Film, Acting, Directing, and Cinematography. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

hello@bifa.film

joy@bifa.film

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