Episodes

  • Water Wars with Mario Mattei

    Water Wars with Mario Mattei
    May 9 2024

    In this episode of The Fog of Truth podcast, host Bart Weiss discusses the documentary 'Water Wars' with its director, Mario Mattei.

    The documentary, which recently screened at the Dallas International Film Festival, delves into the complex issue of water rights in West Texas, depicting a struggle over the control and distribution of one of the most vital resources. Mattei shares insights into his dual role in the project, his creative process, and the importance of visual storytelling across various mediums.

    The conversation highlights the documentary's exploration of American freedom, property ownership, and the ethical dimensions of resource sharing. The film illustrates the legal battles faced by farmers and ranchers in Hudspeth County and the broader implications for water rights across Texas. Key characters, such as the Guitar family and Laura Lynch, are discussed, offering a glimpse into the deeply personal and community-wide impacts of the water wars.

    Mattei reflects on the challenges of presenting a balanced view of the conflict and the significance of water in human life. The episode sheds light on the engaging narrative and the collaborative effort behind the documentary, from pre-production to securing distribution.

    00:26 Welcome to The Fog of Truth Podcast

    00:37 Diving Deep with Director Mario Mattei

    01:29 The Art of Visual Storytelling

    03:10 Behind the Scenes of Water Wars

    05:35 The Essence of Water Wars: A Story of Conflict and Resource

    09:56 The Battle for Water Rights: Farmers vs. Ranchers

    15:22 Navigating Legal Waters: The Fight for Fairness

    18:17 The Heart of the Story: Laura Lynch's Emotional Journey

    23:04 The Future of Water Wars and What's Next for Mario Mattei

    26:09 Signing Off from The Fog of Truth
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    27 mins
  • Oscar Nominated Docs

    Oscar Nominated Docs
    Mar 8 2024
    Justina, Bart, and John are back! In this episode of 'The Fog of Truth', the hosts engage in a vibrant discussion about the Oscar-nominated short films. As they anticipate the Oscar celebration broadcast, they share their individual experiences and projects, including attending South by Southwest and working on book drafts. The debate opens with remarks on the absence of American-made documentaries in the best feature documentary category, celebrating international contributions instead. They meticulously review each short documentary nominee, providing insights into their themes, distribution, and impacts on audiences. The films discussed include 'The ABCs of Book Banning', 'The Barber of Little Rock', 'Island in Between', 'The Last Repair Shop', and 'Na, Nai and Wipo'. Special attention is given to the importance of storytelling, the role of major distributors in supporting short films, and the impact of these documentaries on real-world issues such as book banning, community banking, and cultural identities. The hosts express their favorites and speculate on potential Oscar winners, emphasizing the power of documentaries to frame pressing societal issues compellingly. 00:00 Introduction and Catching Up 00:51 Oscar Features and Controversies 01:35 Oscar Nominated Short Films: A Discussion 19:50 The ABCs of Book Banning: A Deep Dive 24:30 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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    26 mins
  • The Blind Eye Artist and Objects

    The Blind Eye Artist and Objects
    Jan 9 2024

    Bart and John talk about two documentaries that have been playing the festival circuit and are now available at home. Bart Interviews, and Ashwin Chaudhary director of The Blind Eye Artist and Vincent Liota director of Objects.
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    28 mins
  • Sound of the Police

    Sound of the Police
    Sep 21 2023

    Justina, John and Bart review and discuss, Stanley Nelsons film The Sound of the Police.
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    22 mins
  • Docs we watch over and over again.

    Docs we watch over and over again.
    Aug 24 2023

    John Wildman, Justina Walford, and Bart Weiss talk about documentary films we watch over and over again.

    John discusses "Echo in the Caynon", and Justina discusses "Fast, Cheap, and Out of Control," and Bart talked about "Primary."
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    20 mins
  • TRUE CRIME

    TRUE CRIME
    Aug 5 2023

    Bart Justina and John talk about true crime documraires

    edited by Zac Cousineau

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    29 mins
  • Interview with Roddy Bogawa about Have You Got It Yet? The Story of Syd Barrett and Pink Floyd

    Interview with Roddy Bogawa about Have You Got It Yet? The Story of Syd Barrett and Pink Floyd
    Jul 13 2023

    Bart Interviews Roddy Bogawa, who tells the fascinating story of how this film came to be, and almost getting an interview with Daivd Bowie.
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    26 mins
  • Jack Has a Plan, Interview with Bradley Berman

    Jack Has a Plan, Interview with Bradley Berman
    Jun 8 2023

    After the joint review in the last Podcast, Bart interview the filmmaker Bradley Berman
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    20 mins