The Miss Independent Podcast

The Miss Independent is a fun, thought provoking and engaging podcast that revolves around independent films and the questions they pose. Join us for a glass of wine, selectively paired with each episode, and expand your podcast palette!

The Miss Independent Podcast is a tv podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 57 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Unknown Host hosts The Miss Independent Podcast, a tv show with 57 episodes published.

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  Episode #6

  4.6 - Alpha-Test: Clever, Calculated and A Bit Unsettling

  Sep 22, 202635 minS4

  In this episode, we dive into Alpha-Test , the short film by Stephen Packer, where a detective investigating a homicide questions a self-aware holographic reconstruction of the victim. What starts as a murder mystery quickly opens the door to bigger questions about AI, technology, creativity, and the choices we make when bringing these ideas to the screen. For this episode, we paired the film with a mini bottle of Ca’ Furlan Cuvée Beatrice Prosecco from Italy, because a mini film deserves a mini bottle. The pairing turned out to be especially fitting: the lively, bubbly, spontaneous character of the Prosecco makes a fun contrast to the carefully curated, calculated nature of the AI at the heart of Alpha-Test . In other words, it’s all about balance . And perhaps a little more Prosecco than we intended… Enjoy!

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  Episode #5

  4.5 - Clockwatchers: Workplace alienation, finding your identity, and missing office supplies.

  Sep 15, 20261h 4mS4

  And just like clockwork, it's Tuesday again... This week, we're discussing the 1997 comedy-drama film Clockwatchers . The movie follows 4 temporary office workers who form a close bond while navigating the tedious, alienating environment of a corporate office. It features an incredible cast, starring Toni Collette, Parker Posey, Lisa Kudrow, and Alanna Ubach. Aside from its iconic lineup, Clockwatchers stands out from your average comedy. The humor comes entirely from sharp behavioral observation rather than structured punchlines. You'll definitely find yourself relating to it, whether it reminds you of your current job, past employment, or the quirky mix of coworkers you meet along the way. There was no better wine to pair with this film than "A Good Fucking Rosé." Yes, you read that right! This rosé is refreshing and bright, featuring notes of fresh strawberry, watermelon, and orange peel. But the part that really sold us? The back label reads: "Bold, refreshing, and hitting all the right notes. No B.S., just a Good Fucking Rosé." And to that, cheers!

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  Episode #4

  4.4 - Nickel Boys: Brutally Real, Beautifully Shot and Impossible to Forget

  Sep 8, 202651 minS4

  So… we may have spent the first 9 minutes talking about absolutely everything except this week’s film. Consider it the chatty intro you didn’t know you needed. Eventually, we make our way to Nickel Boys (2024), RaMell Ross’s haunting and visually groundbreaking adaptation of Colson Whitehead’s novel, inspired by the devastating true history of Florida’s Dozier School for Boys. Through Elwood and Turner, we’re pulled into a world where a place meant to educate and protect instead becomes a site of unimaginable cruelty. Ross’s intimate, unconventional cinematography makes this film feel less like something you’re watching and more like something you’re experiencing . This one stayed with us long after the credits, and we’re diving into exactly why. And then there’s the wine. This week’s pairing is Liberty School Cabernet Sauvignon from Paso Robles in California. A wine named for liberty … paired with a film about a “school” where freedom was anything but guaranteed. The contrast felt too perfect to ignore. Bold, dark-fruited and structured, this Cabernet brought its own weight to the conversation, but it’s the meaning behind the bottle that really got us. Pour yourself a glass and tune in now!

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  Episode #3

  4.3 - Theater Camp: Comedy, thespians, and our ideal musical numbers.

  Sep 1, 20261h 14mS4

  Next stop…Broadway! This week we’re diving into the 2025 mockumentary comedy Theater Camp. The movie is a massive love letter to theater nerds, adapted from a 2020 short film by the same core creative team: Molly Gordon, Nick Lieberman, Ben Platt, and Noah Galvin. The story takes place in Upstate New York at AdirondACTS, a rundown summer camp for kids. Right before the session kicks off, the camp’s iconic founder, Joan, accidentally falls into a coma thanks to a strobe light mishap at a middle school production of Bye Bye Birdie . What follows is a hilarious, chaotic, and incredibly heartwarming story about finding your people, embracing your weirdness, and the pure magic of artistic communities. For this segment, we’ve paired Theater Camp with HER Rosé. The HER Wine Collection features a phenomenal, Black, all-female women-led team. Rosé is obviously the ultimate summer drink, so since this movie takes place at a summer camp, it’s already a match made in heaven. But the pairing goes even deeper than that. Straight from their website, they say: “HER wines are made for people who, like us, are filled with optimism and are determinedly chasing their dreams.” If that doesn’t perfectly describe a bunch of chaotic theater kids, what does? As for the tasting notes, it’s a unique blend of two grapes: Chenin Blanc and Pinotage. You’ll get some ripe pear and white peach flavors from the Chenin Blanc, lifted by a hint of fresh strawberry and candy floss notes from the Pinotage. Cheers, thespians!

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  Episode #1

  4.1 - Pillion: Motorcycle gangs, relationship boundaries, and the future of film.

  Aug 18, 20261h 18mS4

  Season 4 is FINALLY here! We missed you all so much, and we hope the last few months treated you well. Hopefully, you found some time to reset, relax, and enjoy yourselves, but the hiatus is officially over. We are back with a brand new episodes, and we’re kicking off the season with a wild one: the 2025 film, Pillion. If you haven’t heard of it yet, think contemporary romantic dark comedy meets the queer leather community. The movie follows Colin (played by Harry Melling), a shy, directionless guy who falls hard for Ray (Alexander Skarsġard), a leather clad biker. It centers on their inventional dominant-submissive relationship, diving deep into themes of BDSM, power dynamics, and self-discovery. To wash down all that intense dom-sub drama, we’re paring the episode with the iconic Ménage à Trois Red Blend. This classic California wine is incredibly fruit forward and easy drinking, blending Zinfandel, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon. It’s basically a jammy explosion of ripe blackberry, raspberry, dark cherry, and plum, with just a hint of vanilla, oak, and black pepper. We felt this wine paired perfectly for obvious reasons (the title!), but the rule of three turned into a massive discussion point in this episode. Grab a glass, hit play, and let’s dive in!

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