Episodes

4 days ago
337. Like Father, Like Son
4 days ago
4 days ago
In celebration of Father's Day, Shawn, Joey, and Todd gather to discuss some of the great father/son acting tandems. This episode's a regular chip off the ol' block.

Sunday Jun 01, 2025
336. The Sequel is Better than the First
Sunday Jun 01, 2025
Sunday Jun 01, 2025
Hell freezes over and pigs fly as we celebrate sequels in this episode - specifically, the occasions when the sequel is superior to its predecessor. Join Shawn, Todd, Joey, and Travis to see who made our list.

Sunday May 18, 2025
335. Berlin Wall Movies
Sunday May 18, 2025
Sunday May 18, 2025
Join Shawn, Travis, Todd, and Lee as they tackle the Berlin Wall, not with hammers, but with compelling cinema. This episode kicks off with a deep dive into the iconic 'Wings of Desire,' before our hosts reveal their personal, must-see movie picks that illuminate this historic barrier. Discover new films and fresh perspectives on one of history's most compelling symbols.

Sunday May 04, 2025
334. War, What Is It Good For?
Sunday May 04, 2025
Sunday May 04, 2025
Good God, y'all! We're talking about anti-war films this week, and we've got a full house. Join Shawn, Joey, Todd, and Lee as we discuss some of our favorites.

Sunday Apr 20, 2025
333. Val Kilmer Tribute
Sunday Apr 20, 2025
Sunday Apr 20, 2025
Shawn, Travis, and Joey gather to determine the greatest film starring our late pal, Val. Join us as we examine the 16-film bracket to declare a controversial winner.

Sunday Apr 06, 2025
332. Wages of Sorcery
Sunday Apr 06, 2025
Sunday Apr 06, 2025
Shawn, Todd, and Travis descend into a hellish purgatory to examine 1953's The Wages of Fear and 1977's Sorcerer. Join us as we compare and contrast these two films about testing the limits of fate.

Sunday Mar 23, 2025
331. Gene Hackman Tribute
Sunday Mar 23, 2025
Sunday Mar 23, 2025
Shawn, Joey, and Todd gather to duke it out over a 16-film bracket to determine the greatest Gene Hackman (RIP) film of all time.

Sunday Mar 09, 2025
330. New Hollywood
Sunday Mar 09, 2025
Sunday Mar 09, 2025
The gang (sans Todd) gathers to discuss the New Hollywood period of movie history by showcasing three directors, their foundational works, and how their legacies fared.

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