Chloe Zhao
Type: Person
As of November 2026, Chloe Zhao has been mentioned in one podcast episode on Michelle Obama (Feb 2026). Mentioned as the director of the film being discussed (“Hamnet”), in the segment about the last time the host cried and why the film was emotionally powerful.
Chloé Zhao is a Chinese filmmaker. She is known primarily for her work on independent films. For her film Nomadland (2020), Zhao became the second woman and first woman of colour to win the Academy Award for Best Director.
| Mentioned in | 1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | Feb 2026 on Michelle Obama |
| Role | Film director; screenwriter; producer |
| Affiliation | Independent film industry (works with major studios/distributors) |
Who talks about Chloe Zhao on podcasts?
Chloe Zhao came up; the most recent mention was Feb 2026 on Michelle Obama.