Deadline's Doc Talk podcast features TIFF Docs programmer Thom Powers previewing the documentary lineup for the 51st Toronto International Film Festival, which brings together several of the world's leading non-fiction filmmakers. The line-up includes high-profile world premieres such as Alex Gibney's anticipated film on Elon Musk and Barbara Kopple's exploration of New York's union movement, reflecting the festival's continued role as a major showcase for documentary cinema across multiple programme strands.

Powers highlights a range of world premieres, including The Hummingbird Paints Fragrant Songs, about Indigenous artist Sara Flores, and Tehran, Under the Skin, which examines contemporary Iranian society. Other notable titles discussed include Edward Said: Between Worlds, Rapinoe (on footballer Megan Rapinoe), Darlene Love: I Know Where I've Been, and further recommendations Low Lies the Land and Rescue. The episode is hosted by John Ridley and Deadline's Matt Carey, and is available on major podcast platforms including Spotify, iHeart and Apple.