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Unspooled

Paul Scheer, Amy Nicholson

Booking Overview

A film-analysis show focused on classic, contemporary, and independent cinema, with occasional external guests including comedians, writers, film journalists, authors, and filmmakers. Agencies could credibly pitch directors, screenwriters, film critics, entertainment journalists, authors, and performers with a strong connection to a featured movie or film-history topic; booking difficulty is medium because guests are established but not consistently top-tier celebrities.

Metrics

Episodes: 473

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100,000 - 1M

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 1.3k subscribers

Instagram: 15.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

podcast@realm.fm

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Host

Paul Scheer - Actor, comedian, writer, and producer known for work in television, film, and podcasting.

Amy Nicholson - Film critic and writer known for her analysis of cinema and film history.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Established filmmakers, screenwriters, actors, comedians, film critics, journalists, or authors with relevant expertise, credits, publications, or a strong connection to the featured film.
Required Achievements:  
Film and television directing or screenwriting credits, Published film criticism or books about cinema, Established acting, comedy, or writing careers

Recent Guest Discussions

Julie Klausner - Beyond The Valley Of The Dolls, Roger Ebert's Screenwriting Career, Jacqueline Susann's Lawsuit, And Feminist Themes In Sexploitation Cinema

David Hughes - The Production History, Scripts, Creative Ambitions, And Legacy Of Hudson Hawk

Josh Greenbaum - Personal Film Opinions And Movie Recommendations

Recent Topics

Film, Film Criticism, Filmmaking, Screenwriting, Film History

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Unspooled
:

Hereditary (with David Ehrlich)

October 08, 2026

This week Amy sits down with IndieWire film critic David Ehrlich to talk about Ari Aster's chilling debut, Hereditary. The two recall their unforgettable first screening at Sundance and explore how the film transforms family trauma, grief, and generational guilt into a movie that helped establish A24 as a defining force in modern horror. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Salt (with Ira Madison III)

October 01, 2026

Amy welcomes Ira Madison III to go undercover with Salt, the 2010 spy thriller that gave Angelina Jolie a chance to go full action hero. They dig into the movie’s wild development, from a Tom Cruise vehicle about “Edwin A. Salt” to Jolie’s gender-swapped Evelyn Salt, and celebrate the practical stunts, shifting loyalties, and increasingly bonkers twists that make the movie such a fun ride. You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul’s Discord at https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6 F...

Almost Famous (with Alan Sepinwall)

September 24, 2026

With Paul away, Amy hits the road with TV critic and former Rolling Stone writer Alan Sepinwall to revisit Cameron Crowe’s Almost Famous, the coming-of-age rock movie about a teenage journalist, a very complicated band, and the blurry line between access and honesty. They dig into Crowe’s autobiographical story, the film’s legendary cast, and its many musical highs, while exploring what it means to be a critic when you’re also a fan. Along the way, Amy and Alan debate Lester Bangs’ advice, th...

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Frequently asked questions

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Unspooled
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How do I get in touch with Unspooled?

Unspooled is hosted by Paul Scheer and Amy Nicholson. Its publicly listed email is podcast@realm.fm. 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 Unspooled?

The publicly listed email for Unspooled: podcast@realm.fm.

How many listeners does Unspooled have?

Podseeker estimates Unspooled reaches 100,000 to 1 million listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Unspooled?

Unspooled typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Established filmmakers, screenwriters, actors, comedians, film critics, journalists, or authors with relevant expertise, credits, publications, or a strong connection to the featured film. Common among recent guests: Film and television directing or screenwriting credits; Published film criticism or books about cinema; Established acting, comedy, or writing careers. Recent guests include Julie Klausner, David Hughes, and Josh Greenbaum.

How hard is it to get booked on Unspooled?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Unspooled cover?

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

Publicly listed emails

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