Yikes, Kevin, you spend WAY TOO MUCH TIME talking and not letting THE GUEST, who is the reason we podcast listers are LISTENING, get a word in edgewise. This is an all-too-common pitfall of podcast hosts. Far better: ask good brief questions then shut up and let the GUEST talk.

Kevin’s way of conversing and asking questions of his guests reveals the most insightful parts of these filmmakers’ psyches. His love for the crafts of writing, producing, directing, acting and marketing bring us inside the heads of industry titans and all stars. Love love love this podcast.

Love this. As a filmmaker, it’s a great resource on the other side of the business.

Kevin is a terrific interviewer and has fantastic guests. Really insightful information on the impact of audiences on filmmakers and the content we love.

I love these interviews. I love Kevin. He knows this business and has a wealth of information yet remains genuinely fascinated by it. I’m instantly engaged by his curiosity and charm. He’s open and earnest and respectful but dives deep. And you know these are friends. Feels like eavesdropping on a really great dinner conversation.

Kevin Goetz elicits stories and insights from guests that I haven't heard on other podcasts about the movie business. It's a great addition to my Hollywood podcast playlist.

After reading Kevin’s book, I tried his podcast and I’m hooked. As a film fanatic, I’m interested in the behind the scenes stories about filmmaking. This podcast is great! With a casual, conversational style, Kevin talks to the biggest players in Hollywood. Their stories and insight are truly illuminating. It’s fun to hear directors and producers talk about their projects years after the fact, with some hindsight, rather than the typical interviews that happen during a press junket.

Conversations with luminaries who have made it big in Hollywood are truly engaging. I loved listening to Graham King talk about showing Bohemian Rhapsody to Freddie Mercury’s sister, Andy Marx on going through the archives of his grandfather, Groucho’s TV show and director/producer David Leitch’s early career as a stunt double for Brad Pitt. Kevin Goetz is a talented interviewer and it’s fun to get a glimpse into the world of movie test screenings. I’m hooked!

This excellent podcast reveals the closed-door process of how movies are cut and re-cut in response to audience testing. And so much more - it’s a window into the people, personalities and process of Hollywood presented by a masterful and experienced host.

If you are a fan of film, Kevin gives a real insider’s point of view. While an industry insider, he’s also a real fan. It’s so much fun to listen to. You’ll learn so much. He’s got a very approachable style as an interviewer. It’s a side of film history and process you don’t hear much about. It’s a great follow-up to his book.

If you are a a film student, filmmaker, in the film industry or just a lover of movies this is a pilot cast that takes you behind the scenes of how movies are developed shaped and released. A must listen.

Kevin delivered such a fun and entertaining segment, along with a great education. Very smart questions, guided expertly in the interview, all the while bring a great listener! I’m hooked. Great job Kevin!

I could not get enough!! Bohemian Rhapsody is one of my favorite biopic!!! My four old grandson Carter’s in favorite song is “We will Rock You.” He can sing every lyric and I look forward to the day he is old enough toIntroduce the movie and Freddie Mercury to him. I enjoyed hearing Graham King talk about the atmosphere of the audience as he looks for more than the process of a test screening. I also did not realize Martin Scorsese instilled in Graham at the beginning of his career the importance of test screening in front of an audience. I look forward to each Podcast of “Don't Kill the Messenger.” Kevin Goetz really dives deep with the guest and expertise of the test screening in the film/tv industry will be knowledgeable to all who listens. Happy Birthday Leonardo DiCaprio!!!

I was transported into an imaginary room with 2 very interesting people, who, I could tell, have had all sorts of battles and lively discussions in their lives about content and story telling. Kevin is insightful and incisive. This is a real treat for anybody who likes content, research and human psychology related to the pursuit of excellence.

A fascinating look at the movies from a man who is uniquely qualified to lead the discussion. This podcast goes way beyond a typical behind-the-scenes movie chat. After all, whatever Kevin wants, Kevin Goetz!

I really enjoyed the conversation and getting a behind the scene look at what goes into making and promoting a movie. Can’t wait for the next episode!

This podcast has been so interesting to listen to! It’s fascinating to me how business mixed with the creativity of movies and other projects. Highly recommend!

WOW WOW WOW! So educational and truly enjoyable. I’m hooked and can’t wait to hear the next podcast. Kevin Goetz is amazing and you gotta read his book!!!!