Variety Confidential

Variety

From Variety, Hollywood’s No. 1 entertainment news source and iHeart podcasts, comes Variety Confidential. Season 2, titled "The Life and Legend of River Phoenix,” takes you through the extraordinary life of one of Hollywood’s most celebrated stars. River Phoenix’s name still resonates with cinephiles and casual moviegoers alike, nearly three decades after his untimely passing. Whether you’re a longtime fan or just discovering his work, join us as Variety’s Tatiana Siegel speaks exclusively with River’s co-stars and friends, including Corey Feldman and Samantha Mathis, to shed light on who River really was off camera. Variety’s experts and correspondents also explore the brilliance and complexity of River's life and career. Dive into the legacy and lasting impact of an actor who burned bright and left us far too soon. Subscribe now to Variety Confidential wherever you get your podcasts.

No. of episodes: 12

Latest episode: 2026-08-25

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How many episodes are there of Variety Confidential?

There are 12 episodes avaiable of Variety Confidential.

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When did Variety Confidential start?

The first episode of Variety Confidential that we have available was released 8 December 2023.

Who creates the podcast Variety Confidential?

Variety Confidential is produced and created by Variety.