Welcome to the BIFA Podcast, supported by Kia. Every Wednesday, hosts Joy Hunter and Karis Aldridge will be talking to a new guest from the world of independent film about their journey into the industry, their most inspiring cinema-going experiences, and what makes independent film so special.
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Naomi Ackie talks I Love Boosters, Clayface and locking in for Twilight Season
Naomi Ackie is in the house!
We sat down with the star of I Love Boosters and Clayface to chat about her journey into the industry from starring in the BIFA-winning Lady Macbeth alongside Florence Pugh, to getting cast in Star Wars just as she was ready to quit acting.
Also discussed: playing musicals in your mind on long train journeys, the importance of sharing snacks in the cinema, and dating two Robert Pattinson clones on Mickey 17.
Listen to the Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts and watch the filmed version on the BIFA Youtube channel.
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ABOUT THE BIFA PODCAST
Each week hosts Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter chat to a new guest from the world of independent film about their journey into the industry, their most inspiring cinema going experiences, and what makes independent cinema so special.
ABOUT BIFA
The British Independent Film Awards celebrate, promote and support the best of British independent filmmaking. Since 1998, BIFA has discovered and championed bold, original stories and the talent behind them – from Florence Pugh and John Boyega to Steve McQueen and Lynne Ramsay. BIFA’s annual awards spotlight the year’s most outstanding films and filmmakers, and their work year-round connects diverse stories to diverse audiences, with a focus on young film lovers. BIFA is at the heart of the British film industry, and they respond to its changing needs, from EDI training to promoting fair practice, building towards a sustainable, inclusive future for British independent film. Find out more at www.bifa.film
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CREDITS
Hosted by Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter
Produced by the BIFA Team
Audio Engineer: Itzel Gonzalez Estrada
Recorded at Bleat Post Production
Music: “Make It Happen”
Performed by Laura Welsh
Written by Jimmy James and Laura Welsh
Licensed courtesy of Nothing Standard/Screenwrk
Published by Universal Music Publishing Ltd
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1 Oct 2026
Douglas Booth on The Blame, why audiences still love LOL, and being obsessed with Gladiator
Douglas has entered the Booth!
This week on The BIFA Podcast, we speak to Douglas Booth about coming up through the independent film, his childhood obsession with the Gladiator, and his current starring role in The Blame alongside Michelle Keegan.
Watch The Blame now on ITVX!
Also discussed: The legacy of The Riot Club, how Loving Vincent was made, and why teenage girls everywhere remain obsessed with LOL.
Listen to the Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts and watch the filmed version on the BIFA Youtube channel.
Catch Susan in Enola Holmes 3, now streaming on Netflix.
FOLLOW BIFA ON SOCIAL
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ABOUT THE BIFA PODCAST
Each week hosts Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter chat to a new guest from the world of independent film about their journey into the industry, their most inspiring cinema going experiences, and what makes independent cinema so special.
ABOUT BIFA
The British Independent Film Awards celebrate, promote and support the best of British independent filmmaking. Since 1998, BIFA has discovered and championed bold, original stories and the talent behind them – from Florence Pugh and John Boyega to Steve McQueen and Lynne Ramsay. BIFA’s annual awards spotlight the year’s most outstanding films and filmmakers, and their work year-round connects diverse stories to diverse audiences, with a focus on young film lovers. BIFA is at the heart of the British film industry, and they respond to its changing needs, from EDI training to promoting fair practice, building towards a sustainable, inclusive future for British independent film. Find out more at www.bifa.film
—
CREDITS
Hosted by Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter
Produced by the BIFA Team
Recorded at Bleat Post Production
Music: “Make It Happen”
Performed by Laura Welsh
Written by Jimmy James and Laura Welsh
Licensed courtesy of Nothing Standard/Screenwrk
Published by Universal Music Publishing Ltd
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.
16 Sept 2026
Kiell Smith-Bynoe talks Ghosts, Wicker, and why we need more purely silly independent films
Becky what? 👻
Kiell Smith Bynoe is this week’s guest on The BIFA Podcast supported by Kia, and he’s here to talk Wicker, Ghosts, Stath Lets Flats, and why independent film needs to stay silly.
Listen to the Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts and watch the filmed version on the BIFA Youtube channel.
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FOLLOW BIFA ON SOCIAL
Instagram - @BIFA_film
TikTok - @BIFA_film
X - @BIFA_film
ABOUT THE BIFA PODCAST
Each week hosts Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter chat to a new guest from the world of independent film about their journey into the industry, their most inspiring cinema going experiences, and what makes independent cinema so special.
ABOUT BIFA
The British Independent Film Awards celebrate, promote and support the best of British independent filmmaking. Since 1998, BIFA has discovered and championed bold, original stories and the talent behind them – from Florence Pugh and John Boyega to Steve McQueen and Lynne Ramsay. BIFA’s annual awards spotlight the year’s most outstanding films and filmmakers, and their work year-round connects diverse stories to diverse audiences, with a focus on young film lovers. BIFA is at the heart of the British film industry, and they respond to its changing needs, from EDI training to promoting fair practice, building towards a sustainable, inclusive future for British independent film. Find out more at www.bifa.film
—
CREDITS
Hosted by Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter
Produced by the BIFA Team
Audio Engineer: Itzel Gonzalez Estrada
Recorded at Bleat Post Production
Music: “Make It Happen”
Performed by Laura Welsh
Written by Jimmy James and Laura Welsh
Licensed courtesy of Nothing Standard/Screenwrk
Published by Universal Music Publishing Ltd
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.
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