Movies Have The Answers

In this episode of Movies Have the Answers, Trish sits down with Erin Relford - a privacy engineer at Google - for a conversation that is equal parts thrilling and thought-provoking.Erin's career spans some of the biggest names in entertainment and tech, including Disney, 20th Century Fox, Warner Bros., and KPMG, before landing at Google where she works to ensure that privacy and human dignity are built into the technology we use every day. She is someone who thinks deeply about what it means to be human in a digital world.Together, Trish and Erin explore one of the most urgent questions of our time: what happens when science fiction becomes reality? From the embodied AI of BLADE RUNNER and EX MACHINA to the cautionary warnings of TERMINATOR and LEAVE THE WORLD BEHIND, the movies have been predicting this moment for decades. Now that we're living it, what do we do with that?This episode covers the ethics of AI and robotics, why humans instinctively fear new technology, what films like WALL-E, THE WILD ROBOT, and RON'S GONE WRONG reveal about our relationship with machines, and why the real threat may not be AI at all, but how humans choose to use it.If you've ever looked at the world around you and thought wait, I've seen this movie before, this episode is for you.

In this episode, Rasheea shares how movies that showed kindness have helped her through her own life. For example, movies like PADDINGTON remind us that whenever we go through situations we don't understand or are having a rough time, we should "be kind and the world will be alright."Trish and Rasheea explore how kindness transforms lives and discuss how acceptance, empathy, and compassion create ripples of change through movies such as THE COLOR PURPLE, BEACHES, MASK, and RENT.Diving into these cinematic stories often mirrors real-life experiences, exploring themes of sacrifice, empathy, and how understanding someone's background helps us show greater compassion.These seeds of kindness, no matter how small, can create transformative change in our lives and communities.

What if the magic we're searching for has been within us all along? In this episode of MOVIES HAVE THE ANSWERS, Trish sits down with Avrah, to explore how we create the magic in our lives.Trish and Avrah dive into films that remind us the power of magic was always within us. From the childhood wonder and belief in The Polar Express to the self-discovery in The Wizard of Oz, the leap of faith in Field of Dreams, and the responsibility of creating magic in our favorite holiday movies - these stories show us that as adults, we don't lose the magic; we become the ones who create it.As Glinda tells Dorothy, "You've always had the power, my dear. You just had to learn it for yourself."

In this episode of MOVIES HAVE THE ANSWERS, Trish sits down with Amy, a former LA-based professional who recently made the bold decision to move back home to Australia to start a new chapter and be closer to family.Trish and Amy first worked together during the pandemic when they were navigating the unprecedented challenge of releasing theatrical movies when cinemas were shut down. That experience of adapting to unexpected circumstances became a preview for the discussion topic of this episode: learning to make bold decisions and trusting that things will work out.Drawing inspiration from the iconic film Dirty Dancing and Eleanor Bergstein's wisdom about being the hero of your own life story, this conversation explores what it means to make courageous choices, embrace change, and write your own narrative. Amy shares her journey of how we can all step into the starring role of our own stories.

Some of the most unexpected friendships happen when you least expect them…and sometimes they happen across decades. In this episode of MOVIES HAVE THE ANSWERS, Trish explores the beautiful messiness of intergenerational relationships with her friend Lissette, a television industry veteran who proves that great connections aren't about shared birth years.From the unlikely workplace bond in The Intern to the comedy gold of Hacks, where a seasoned performer and young writer find common ground, these stories show us how different generations can challenge, inspire, and ultimately complete each other. Whether it's the lovely connections in Ted Lasso, the coming-of-age lessons in The Karate Kid, or the unexpected friendship in Uptown Girls, cinema reminds us that age gaps can become bridges instead of barriers.With Lissette’s insider perspective on television storytelling and their own cross-generational friendship as proof, she and Trish unpack how the entertainment industry – and life itself – gets richer when different generations start learning from one another.

What if the relationships we're avoiding conflict in are the very ones we should keep? In this episode of MOVIES HAVE THE ANSWERS, Trish sits down with dear friend and fellow entertainment exec, Marina, to explore how pain and conflict are okay - and sometimes, necessary - when it comes to love.Trish and Marina Kosten dive into films that don't shy away from love's messiest moments. From the raw vulnerability in Untamed Heart to the explosive fights in The Notebook, the friendship fractures in Steel Magnolias, family tensions in Big Daddy, the brutal honesty of The Breakup, and the heartbreaking love story in The Fault in Our Stars (a film Marina actually worked on) - these stories show us that the relationships worth having are the ones worth fighting for.As psychotherapist Matthias J Barker said, "Conflict dealt with correctly breeds intimacy and the good relationship you long for is in the conflict you're avoiding." Through cinema's lens, we discover why we shouldn't run from the hard conversations and instead embrace them.

Welcome to MOVIES HAVE THE ANSWERS. I'm your host Trish, and I've built this belief that somewhere in the vast universe of cinema lies the answer to things we’re going through. Whether you're dealing with heartbreak, family drama, career confusion, or just trying to figure out who you are – often, there's a movie for that.This podcast was born from countless life conversations with friends where I'd inevitably say, "You know what this reminds me of? That scene in..." followed by a detailed breakdown of how a particular film perfectly captured whatever situation we were dissecting. After years of being the friend who communicates primarily through movie quotes and references, I figured it was time to turn this obsession into something fun - and an excuse to hang out with awesome company.I’ll be joined by guests - friends, fellow film lovers, and anyone else who believes that movies are more than entertainment. Also as someone who used to work in film, you may find some of my guests are often people who worked on the movies themselves.We'll dive deep into films that have shaped us, challenged us, comforted us, and taught us something profound about the human experience. We explore how the stories we watch often mirror the stories we're living - and have a blast discovering those connections.Think of this as your regular hangout where movie analysis meets passionate discussion, where we geek out over our favorite scenes and find ourselves getting inspired by character arcs for personal growth. Whether you're a film buff who can recite dialogue from memory or someone who just loves a good story that makes you feel something, you'll find your place here.So grab your favorite movie snacks, get comfortable, and let's explore how the magic of movies can illuminate the beautiful complexity of being human.Fair warning: We'll do our best to avoid major spoilers, but no guarantees – so consider watching the featured films before listening if you want the full experience unspoiled or to better follow the conversation.Subscribe now and never miss a session.