Tom Fleischman: Cinema, Scorsese & The Art of the Mix

Tom Fleischman: Cinema, Scorsese & the Art of the Mix 🎙️ Episode Overview In this immersive episode, Steve Otis Gunn chats with Oscar-winning re-recording mixer Tom Fleischman to uncover the nuanced, behind-the-scenes craft of cinematic sound. With decades of experience, Tom offers a rare glimpse into the audio side of filmmaking, where emotion is built not just through visuals, but through every carefully chosen sound. From his early days splicing tape by ear to mixing iconic films like Goodfellas , School of Rock , and The Irishman , Tom shares personal stories and surprising insights from his legendary collaborations, especially with Martin Scorsese. The conversation spans the evolution of sound editing, the intuition behind great mixes, and why sometimes the hardest thing to get right is a single vowel. Highlights include: The challenges and creativity behind mixing films such as Hugo and Gangs of New York What a re-recording mixer actually does—and why it’s more grit than glamour The mystery and magic of cataloguing forgotten sound effects Behind-the-scenes tales from awards season, including rejection and red carpet drama The art of “invisible” mixing and why audio is the ultimate cinematic illusion Packed with anecdotes—like Daniel Day-Lewis bringing intensity and precision even to his ADR sessions, and Jack Nicholson’s Oscar-night wisdom—this episode is a must-listen for filmmakers, sound enthusiasts, or anyone curious about how the soul of a film is often found in what we hear. 🏆 About Tom Fleischman Tom Fleischman is an Academy Award-winning re-recording mixer with a career spanning over four decades. Known for his collaborations with directors like Martin Scorsese, Jonathan Demme, and Robert Redford, Tom’s fingerprints are on countless classic films, from Silence of the Lambs to The Devil Wears Prada . His craft—equal parts science and intuition—has shaped the soundtrack of modern cinema. 🔗 Connect with Tom Fleischman Bluesky IMDb 📢 Follow the Podcast Stay updated with the latest episodes and behind-the-scenes content: Instagram TikTok YouTube Podcast: Television Times with Steve Otis Gunn Host: Steve Otis Gunn Guest : Tom Fleischman – Oscar-winning Re-recording Mixer Duration : 49 minutes Release Date : June 8, 2025 Season : 4, Episode 4 All music written and performed in this podcast by Steve Otis Gunn Please buy my book You Shot My Dog and I Love You , available in all good bookshops and online. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.