Foos Files: A Foo Fighters Podcast

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Summary
Cinematographer Sami Ansari’s role in the 2013 documentary film ‘Sound City’ was a case of fourth time lucky.
Having been hired - and subsequently let go - on three occasions when working with the Foo Fighters, Sami eventually found himself thrust into the less familiar role of photographer on the ‘Sound City’ project.
In keeping with the analog spirit of the Dave Grohl-directed film, he captured several rolls of black and white photos which have been unreleased - until now.
In this week’s episode, the San Francisco Academy of Art film school graduate recalls his memories of the Sound City sessions, in which Dave Grohl and his Foo Fighters bandmates were joined by an all-star cast of musicians including Sir Paul McCartney, Stevie Nicks and Tom Petty.
Topics Discussed
Sami’s past music industry experience
His first encounter with Dave Grohl
Being hired and let go from the Sound City project
His eventual role as photographer
The changing energy of the sessions
Joining Sound City Players at the Sundance Festival

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Launceston, Tasmania was swept by Foo fever at the weekend as the Foo Fighters jetted into Australia for one night only.
During the show at the University of Tasmania Stadium, Dave Grohl announced the Foos have completed work on a new album - and would be heading back Down Under later this year.
In this week’s episode, we’re joined by members of the Aussie Foo Crew fan group to recap the Launceston show.
We’re joined by Debbie Sheppard, Geo Hewitt, Kim Hearn and Gemma Ridley.
Topics Discussed
New album and future Australian confirmed
Foo fever in Launceston - cultural and economic impact
Catching Dave Grohl's wristband
Brant Webb and the 'Ballad of the Beaconsfield Miners'
Jason Falkner's contribution to the band

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This week’s episode is a group call-in with Foo Fighters fans who attended the show at the Kia Forum, Los Angeles, to celebrate Dave Grohl’s 57th birthday.
Members of the Foo community join us to recap a night full of energy and emotion in aid of charities Hope The Mission and LA Mission.
As well as the band’s performance, they discuss the overall show experience - which began outside the venue 48 hours before Foo Fighters took to the stage.
We’re joined by Foo fans Raphaella Dreyer, Cheryl Fineman, Cheryl Gant, Keith Anthony Sikora and Teri Ramirez.
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Foo Fighters took to the stage with a new guitar player for their first live show of 2026 at Feria Estatal de León in Mexico on Saturday.
The band were joined by stand-in guitarist Jason Falkner, who has been drafted in after Pat Smear suffered a broken foot.
In this week's episode, we profile Jason - a respected musician, producer and songwriter - who has worked with the likes of Beck, St Vincent and Paul McCartney.
And we recap the León performance with Cristian Macouzet, who was present to see the band play in his home city.
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We’re joined by music royalty for the first episode of 2026 as Omar Hakim discusses his long-standing friendship with the Foo Fighters - including his role as percussionist on the 2021 album ‘Medicine At Midnight’.
The legendary drummer - who has worked with the likes of David Bowie, Madonna, Sting, Dire Straits and Kate Bush - also shares his personal memories of Taylor Hawkins.
And we hear about Omar’s involvement in the Wembley and Los Angeles tribute concerts, staged in September 2022 to honour the late Foo Fighters drummer.
Topics Discussed
Omar’s first meeting with the band
‘Medicine At Midnight’ sessions
Jamming with the Foos in Connecticut
Personal memories of Taylor Hawkins
Tribute concert rehearsals/performances
His ‘Sonic Boom Squad’ project

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