Daisy Ridley, "We Bury The Dead"

08/01/2026 6 min
Daisy Ridley, "We Bury The Dead"

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This week on the podcast, we’re joined by Daisy Ridley to talk about her latest film, We Bury the Dead, a haunting and emotionally grounded exploration of grief, survival, and human connection. Ridley discusses what drew her to the project, how the film balances genre elements with deeply personal storytelling, and the emotional weight of portraying a character navigating loss in a broken world. We also reflect on her career journey, the types of roles she’s gravitating toward now, and how We Bury the Dead fits into a broader chapter of artistic growth.It’s a thoughtful, candid conversation about craft, resilience, and choosing projects that leave a lasting impact.The Collection is hosted by Brad Gilmore.A production of Gilmore Media LLC.© 2025 Gilmore Media LLC. All rights reserved.For inquiries, contact Brad at [email protected] or visit bradgilmore.net.Brad Gilmore is a Houston-based multimedia personality, author, and producer who has built a career at the intersection of sports, entertainment, and storytelling. Known to fans as The BOAT (“Best of All Time”), Brad has hosted and produced programming across ESPN Radio, CW39 Houston, and Reality of Wrestling alongside WWE Hall of Famer Booker T.He is the creator and host of The Collection, a podcast where he sits down with some of the most influential figures in film, television, and music. Brad is also an accomplished author, with forthcoming titles including Why We Love Back to the Future: 40 Years of Fandom, Flux Capacitors, and Timeless Adventures (Mango Publishing, 2025). His interviews, live events, and media work reflect his passion for pop culture and his gift for making conversations both insightful and entertaining.Beyond the microphone, Brad is committed to building platforms that spotlight creativity, amplify voices, and connect communities through media.