The Movie of Your Life with Richard Roeper
Now think about it. Every one of us gets top billing in our own movie, but no great story happens alone. Life comes with an ensemble cast. On this show, we're gonna explore that connection between life and the movies we ...
AI overview.Wayfarer Theaters is an independent podcast creator recognized for its engaging storytelling and unique perspectives on film and television. They aim to connect…
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On the show
- Theo Rossi1 ep
- Julia Hart1 ep
- Jane Lynch1 ep
Also: Michael Russell Gunn, Aya Cash, Hunter Pence, Laura Benanti, Steve Sarowitz, Beth Lane
Audience Interest
- movies that shape our lives
- stories from notable guests
Podcast Focus
- exploring life through movies
- interviews with interesting people
Publishing Consistency
- weekly episodes released
- active for one year
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- 🇺🇸United States · Film InterviewsHOME#724.7K to 25K
- 🇩🇪Germany · Film Interviews#211.6K to 8.3K
- 🇨🇴CO · Film Interviews#61.2K to 6.1K
- 🇬🇧United Kingdom · Film Interviews#102171 to 905
- 🇦🇪AE · Film Interviews#4248 to 253
- Per-Episode Audience
Est. listeners per new episode within ~30 days
7.8K to 41K🎙 ~2x weekly·45 episodes·Last published 2d ago - Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
16K to 82K🇺🇸61%🇩🇪20%🇨🇴15%+2 more - Active Followers
Loyal subscribers who consistently listen
8.5K to 45K34 real followers tracked across platforms
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 10/26/26 | Henry Winkler | Richard Roeper talks with Henry Winkler about his prolific second career as a children’s author (42 books, including the upcoming “Detective Duck”), and how he “backed into” writing through his dyslexia. Winkler discusses his History Channel series “Hazardous History” (growing from eight episodes to 58), and career milestones from “Happy Days” and becoming The Fonz to “Night Shift,” “The Waterboy,” “Arrested Development,” and Emmy-winning work on “Barry.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 34m 44s | ||||||
| 10/19/26 | Bob Odenkirk & David Cross | Richard Roeper interviews Bob Odenkirk and David Cross about their documentary Bob and David Climb Machu Picchu, following their four-day, 26-mile Inca Trail trek that avoids gimmicks and captures honest moments, including reading letters from family. Cross explains wanting to see Machu Picchu and choosing Odenkirk as a companion, while both describe the main challenges as altitude and uneven ancient steps, their reliance on guides and porters, and reflections on doing big life goals before it’s too late. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 52m 26s | ||||||
| 10/15/26 | Lyndsy Fonseca | Richard Roeper discusses the larger-than-life legacy of Mike Ditka, including his impact on Chicago and his many on-screen appearances playing himself, then welcome actor Lyndsy Fonseca to talk about Hallmark’s "Holiday Touchdown: A Bears Love Story". Fonseca also reflects on keeping "How I Met Your Mother’s" ending secret and shares favorite films and holiday viewing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 32m 35s | ||||||
| 9/28/26 | Patty Jenkins | Richard Roeper welcomes director Patty Jenkins, discussing her unconventional path from camera work on music videos and commercials to leaving New York for AFI. Jenkins explains how Monster came together and reflects on the responsibility of making Wonder Woman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 35m 52s | ||||||
| 9/21/26 | Lou Diamond Phillips | Richard Roeper interviews Lou Diamond Phillips about his 2026 crime thriller Gangland while Phillips describes his weary, nuanced tribal-cop character Teddy Sharp. He explains drawing on decades of playing law enforcement, time on reservations, being adopted into the Lakota and Cheyenne nations, and influences from his military-brat upbringing and father. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 30m 40s | ||||||
| 9/14/26 | Dave Annable | Richard Roeper welcomes actor Dave Annable to discuss his career and his role as Dr. Neal McNamara on Taylor Sheridan’s Lioness, including how the show gained momentum and how Neil’s supportive-husband storyline flips traditional dynamics as the dangers of Joe’s work come closer to home in season three. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 33m 43s | ||||||
| 9/3/26 | interviewactor+4 | Theo Rossi | FXCome With Me+3 | — | Theo RossiRichard Roeper+6 | — | 43m 45s | ||
| 8/28/26 | filminterview+5 | Julia Hart | NetflixDon’t Say Good Luck+1 | — | Julia HartRichard Roeper+6 | — | 27m 11s | ||
| 8/19/26 | comedyacting+3 | Jane Lynch | St. JudeThe Trouble With Angels | — | Jane LynchRichard Roeper+5 | — | 33m 31s | ||
| 8/14/26 | filminterview+4 | Michael Russell GunnAya Cash | The Brink of War | Reykjavik | The Brink of WarMichael Russell Gunn+5 | — | 31m 10s | ||
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| 8/11/26 | baseballbroadcasting+4 | Hunter Pence | Wayfarer Theaters | — | Hunter PenceMLB+5 | — | 28m 11s | ||
| 8/7/26 | Hollywood summer moviesSpider-Man+4 | — | Spider-Man: Brand New DayThe Odyssey+3 | ChicagoNew York | moviesSpider-Man+5 | — | 30m 59s | ||
| 7/31/26 | autobiographical comedytheater+3 | Laura Benanti | SteppenwolfLaura Benanti: Nobody Cares | — | Laura Benanticomedy show+3 | — | 36m 06s | ||
| 7/23/26 | Holly Brown | Richard Roeper interviews stand-up comedian and podcaster Holly Brown about her dark comedy podcast "Everybody Knows But Me", inspired by her father’s deathbed confession that he had twin sons everyone else in the family knew about. Brown, a Valley girl raised in Los Angeles whose dad worked on ’90s sitcoms including Frasier, explains how she uses sitcom structure, actors, and sound design to process grief, family dysfunction, and healing through humor, and teases whether she eventually meets her half-brothers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 30m 34s | ||||||
| 7/14/26 | interviewlegal controversy+3 | Steve Sarowitz | PaylocityWayfarer Studios+2 | — | Steve SarowitzRichard Roeper+5 | — | 28m 40s | ||
| 7/2/26 | documentaryHolocaust+3 | Beth Lane | Unbroken | Berlin | Beth LaneUnbroken+5 | — | 29m 14s | ||
| 6/25/26 | Gary Cole | Actor Gary Cole discusses returning to the Chicago stage for the first time in 25 years to star in Mia Chung’s Catch as Catch Can at Steppenwolf Theatre during its 50th anniversary season (running through July 12). Cole also shares favorite films, his first impactful theater movie, a surprising in-room Entourage casting, and his choice of a dream set to observe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 34m 29s | ||||||
| 6/18/26 | Ketch Secor & David Greene | Richard Roeper welcomes journalist-filmmaker David Greene and Old Crow Medicine Show’s Ketch Secor to discuss their documentary Louder Than Guns, created after the Covenant School tragedy in Nashville to explore whether music, conversation, and community can help bridge America’s gun divides. Join Greene and filmmaker Doug Pray June 24th at Wayfarer Theaters Highland Park for a screening of the film and Q&A. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 37m 19s | ||||||
| 6/11/26 | Corey Hendrix | Richard Roeper welcomes Corey Hendrix, a West Side Chicago actor known for The Chi, Fargo, and The Bear, discussing how Chicago’s theater and improv communities shaped his craft and his commitment to authenticity in Chicago-set stories. He shares advice for aspiring actors, details preparing for Sweeps’ sommelier arc in The Bear through tastings and experts, and names the films that were influential to him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 29m 18s | ||||||
| 6/5/26 |  Jeremy Piven | Actor and longtime comic Jeremy Piven, known for his Emmy and Golden Globe-winning work as Ari Gold on Entourage, discusses his storied film and television career. Piven is currently on the road and Chicago area folks can see his stand-up June 12–14 at the Chicago Improv in Schaumburg. Tickets at improv.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 43m 59s | ||||||
| 5/8/26 | Filmmaker Olivia Newman & author Shelby Van Pelt | Richard Roeper hosts Olivia Newman and Shelby Van Pelt to discuss the Netflix film adaptation of Van Pelt’s "Remarkably Bright Creatures", starring Sally Field. Newman describes the key adaptation challenges and casting Alfred Molina as Marcellus’s voice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 24m 33s | ||||||
| 5/1/26 | Denise Richards | Denise Richards stars in the indie thriller "Dirty Hands" now available on Apple TV and Prime Video. Richards discusses how promoting the film has changed following the sudden death of actor and co-star Patrick Muldoon and also reflects on her Seinfeld “The Shoes” guest spot, her 1990s run (Starship Troopers, Wild Things, The World Is Not Enough, Drop Dead Gorgeous), her interest in comedy, and her moviegoing memories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 27m 49s | ||||||
| 4/24/26 | Brian Koppelman | Writer-director and Billions co-creator Brian Koppelman discusses his career, creative habits, and films that influenced him. Koppelman describes building “scaffolding” through morning pages, transcendental meditation, and journaling to overcome creative blocks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 36m 57s | ||||||
| 4/9/26 | Top Picks of Inspirational Sci-Fi Flicks | Richard Roeper compares reactions to Project Hail Mary and other space/alien films with an inspirational tone: from Close Encounters of the Third Kind to Interstellar, touching on themes of benevolent aliens, survival, and what comes after a mission. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 30m 19s | ||||||
| 3/25/26 | Kendall Gill: March Madness and his surprising favorite movies | Richard Roeper welcomes Chicago native and 15-year NBA veteran Kendall Gill (University of Illinois “Flyin’ Illini,” fifth overall pick in the 1990 NBA Draft, former steals leader, now a Bulls analyst). Gill previews Illinois’ Sweet 16 matchup with Houston, saying Thursday’s game is the key to a potential Final Four run and don't miss his surprising guilty pleasure movie pick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 25m 19s | ||||||
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About the show, platforms, and key insights.
Wayfarer Theaters is an independent podcast creator recognized for its engaging storytelling and unique perspectives on film and television. They aim to connect the personal experiences of individuals with the cinematic narratives that resonate with them, creating a bridge between life and art. "The Movie of Your Life with Richard Roeper" stands out by blending personal interviews with deep dives into film topics, covering everything from influential movies to memorable performances. Each episode features guests sharing their life stories and the films that have shaped their identities, fostering a sense of connection and reflection among listeners. The podcast appeals to film enthusiasts and casual viewers alike, drawing an audience eager to explore the emotional ties between personal experiences and cinematic narratives. Listeners gain insights into how movies influence lives, enriching their appreciation for both cinema and personal storytelling.
By the numbers
- Total followers: 1.4K
- Total plays: 131K
Platforms
TuneIn
- Followers: 3
Castbox
- Followers: 6
- Plays: 148
YouTube
- Subscribers: 1.3K
- Views: 131K
- Videos: 77
Podcast App
- Followers: 1
Podcast Republic
- Followers: 24
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Key insights
What the show covers
- exploring life through movies
- interviews with interesting people
- deep dives into film topics
- personal stories related to films
Audience interests
- movies that shape our lives
- stories from notable guests
- film recommendations for occasions
- celebration of great actors
Platform reach
- no platforms detected yet
- unknown follower count
- limited distribution information
- potential for future expansion
Publishing consistency
- weekly episodes released
- active for one year
- 45 episodes available
- consistent publishing schedule
Chart history for The Movie of Your Life with Richard Roeper
Peaked at #6 in CO, top 10 in 1 of 9 tracked markets, currently #6 in CO.
| Market | Genre | Peak | Current | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CO | — | #6 | #6 | — |
| Germany | — | #21 | #21 | — |
| AE | — | #42 | #42 | — |
| SG | — | #59 | #59 | — |
| Denmark | — | #69 | #69 | — |
| United States | — | #72 | #72 | — |
| United Kingdom | — | #102 | #102 | — |
| Ireland | — | #108 | #108 | — |
| Netherlands | — | #111 | #111 | — |
Chart Positions
9 placements across 9 markets.
Chart Positions
9 placements across 9 markets.