Best Raley Matt Podcasts (2025)

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Best Fake Songs 30:25

3d ago30:25

30:25

Send us a text This week Matt's talking about his favorite fake songs from movies and tv! Don't forget to Subscribe, Like, Share, and Comment! Time Codes: 00:00 - Opening Act: What's a "Fake" Song? 01:32 - Matt's Favorite Fake Songs 19:16 - AITA? Storm Edition 22:45 - Find the Book 25:29 - Curtain Call Follow us on Instagram for updates: https://ww…

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I Had to Re-Record This Episode... 24:48

10d ago24:48

24:48

Send us a text This week Matt's bringing back a true grab bag style mini-episode talking Jesus Christ Superstar at the Hollywood Bowl, Dexter, music, and more! Don't forget to Subscribe, Like, Share, and Comment! Time Codes: 00:00 - Opening Act: I Had to Re-record This Episode 03:41 - Jesus Christ Superstar at the Hollywood Bowl 07:28 - What's With…

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What to Watch: What's New to Streaming & Theaters - August 2025 + Superman & Fantastic Four: First Steps Mini-Review 53:21

17d ago53:21

53:21

Send us a text Matt previews what's new on streaming and in theaters in August and gives his spoiler-free mini-reviews of Superman & The Fantastic Four: First Steps! Don't forget to Subscribe, Like, Share, and Comment! Time Codes: 00:00 - Opening Act 01:09 - Netflix 07:03 - Apple TV+ 09:42 - Amazon Prime Video 12:17 - HBO Max 15:04 - Hulu 20:11 - D…

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The Soul of a Musical - Sinners Review 1:04:36

24d ago1:04:36

1:04:36

Send us a text Brad joins Matt for our July movie review of Ryan Coogler's Sinners, starring Michael B. Jordan, Miles Caton, Hailee Steinfeld, and Wunmi Mosaku! Don't forget to Subscribe, Like, Share, and Comment! Time Codes: 00:00 - Opening Act: Intro & Theatre Camp 03:09 - Sinners Review 49:06 - The Odyssey/EPIC Talk 1:01:32 - Curtain Call: What …

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Guide to Musicals Available on Streaming & EPIC: The Musical Sagas Tier Ranking 1:11:05

1M ago1:11:05

1:11:05

Send us a text Matt gives his picks for some of the best musical movies and shows available on streaming platforms and does a tier ranking on the different sagas of EPIC: The Musical! Don't forget to Subscribe, Like, Share, and Comment! Time Codes: 00:00 - Opening Act: Streaming Musicals 01:48 - Netflix 10:38 - Apple TV+ 13:31 - Amazon Prime Video …

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Down on the Island: Love Island USA Season 7 Finale Recap/Reaction 30:33

1M ago30:33

30:33

Send us a text Matt recaps the finale of Love Island USA Season 7 and gives his thoughts on how the season played out. Don't forget to Subscribe, Like, Share, and Comment! Time Codes: 00:00 - Finale Recap 26:35 - Full Season Thoughts Follow us on Instagram for updates: https://www.instagram.com/downoncemorepod Links to audio versions, YouTube, & al…

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Down on the Island: Love is Dead - Love Island USA Season 7 Week 6 Mega Recap 1:50:34

1M ago1:50:34

1:50:34

Send us a text All of Matt's YouTube recaps from Week 6 of Love Island USA Season 7 grouped together in one mega episode for you! Episodes 30-34 recapped and Matt's vote for the winner revealed at the end of the episode! Don't forget to Subscribe, Like, Share, and Comment! Time Codes: 00:00 - Opening Act: Intro 01:30 - Sunday (Ep. 30) Recap 20:11 -…

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The Last Five Years: Revisited 38:53

1M ago38:53

38:53

Send us a text Brad watched The Last Five Years for the first time so he's joining Matt on this week's episode to give his thoughts on the Jeremy Jordan and Anna Kendrick starring adaptation of Jason Robert Brown's musical! Don't forget to Subscribe, Like, Share, and Comment! Time Codes: 00:00 - First Experiences & Initial Thoughts 10:48 - Jonathan…

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Down on the Island: Most to Least & Crashing Out - Love Island USA Season 7 Ep. 27 & Ep. 28 Recap/Reaction 33:22

1M ago33:22

33:22

Send us a text Matt's giving his recap/reaction on Love Island USA Season 7 Episodes 27 & 28 from vacation, so make sure to tune in and get your fix! *Released on YouTube July 4* Don't forget to Subscribe, Like, Share, and Comment! Time Codes: 00:00 - Opening Act: Initial Thoughts 01:13 - Thursday (Ep. 27) Recap 20:58 - Friday (Ep.28) Recap 30:15 -…

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What to Watch: What’s New to Streaming & Theaters - July 2025 50:40

1M ago50:40

50:40

Send us a text Matt previews what's new on streaming and in theaters this month! Don't forget to Subscribe, Like, Share, and Comment! Time Codes: 00:00 - Opening Act 01:16- Netflix 14:00 - Apple TV+ 15:58 - Amazon Prime Video 22:09 - HBO/Max 27:26 - Hulu 35:34 - Disney+ 36:26 - Peacock 41:05 - Paramount+ 44:16 - Theater Releases 49:00 - Curtain Cal…

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Down on the Island: Messy, Messy, Messy - Love Island USA Season 7 Ep. 26 Recap/Reaction 36:43

1M ago36:43

36:43

Send us a text Matt's here giving his recap/reaction on Love Island USA Season 7 Ep. 26, so make sure to tune in to see what moment got an "Oh Sh!t!" reaction! Don't forget to Subscribe, Like, Share, and Comment! Time Codes: 00:00 - Opening Act: Initial Thoughts 01:13 - Tuesday (Ep. 26) Recap 32:32 - Curtain Call: Final Thoughts, Voting, & What's N…

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Down on the Island: The Chat Episode - Love Island USA Season 7 Ep. 25 Recap/Reaction 22:21

2M ago22:21

22:21

Send us a text Matt's here giving his recap/reaction on Love Island USA Season 7, Episode 25! Don't forget to Subscribe, Like, Share, and Comment! Time Codes: 00:00 - Opening Act: Initial Thoughts 01:52 - Monday (Ep. 25) Recap 30:03 - Curtain Call: Future Plans Follow us on Instagram for updates: https://www.instagram.com/downoncemorepod Links to a…

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Down on the Island: Gotta Love the Heartrate Challenge! - Love Island USA Season 7 Ep. 24 Recap/Reaction 31:15

2M ago31:15

31:15

Send us a text Trying something new this week and recapping week 5 of Love Island USA Season 7 an episode at a time! Matt's here recapping and giving his reaction on Episode 24, featuring the fan favorite heart rate challenge! Don't forget to Subscribe, Like, Share, and Comment! Time Codes: 00:00 - Opening Act: Intro & Aftersun Thoughts 02:37 - Sun…

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Down on the Island: I Hated Casa Amor - Love Island USA Week 4 Recap 1:02:05

2M ago1:02:05

1:02:05

Send us a text Casa Amor is here and Matt's back with a bonus episode recapping Week 4 of Love Island USA! Don't forget to Subscribe, Like, Share, and Comment! Time Codes: 00:00 - Intro & Sunday (Ep. 18) Recap 11:30 - Monday (Ep. 19) Recap 21:26 - Tuesday (Ep. 20) Recap 30:46 - Thursday (Ep. 21) Recap 44:40 - Friday (Ep. 22) Recap 1:00:19 - Curtain…

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The Time's They Are A-Changin' - A Complete Unknown Review 1:01:44

2M ago1:01:44

1:01:44

Send us a text Brad joins Matt on this week's pod to review the Bob Dylan biopic, A Complete Unknown! Don't forget to Subscribe, Like, Share, and Comment! Time Codes: 00:00 - Opening Act: Love Island & Bro Tanks 03:11 - A Complete Unknown Intro & Our History with Bob Dylan 14:59 - Brad Takes Over the Review 23:11 - The Relationships of A Complete U…

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Down on the Island: Hurricane Huda - Love Island USA Week 3 Recap 1:31:55

2M ago1:31:55

1:31:55

Send us a text With Love Island becoming peak television this season, Matt's back with a bonus episode breaking down a chaotic Week 3 and Hurricane Huda's landfall! Don't forget to Subscribe, Like, Share, and Comment! Time Codes: 00:00 - Opening Act 04:08 - Sunday (June 15) Recap 17:25 - Monday (June 16) Recap 37:05 - Tuesday (June 17) Recap 54:56 …

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Down on the Island: Leather, Lace, and Drama - Love Island USA Week 2 Thoughts 48:21

2M ago48:21

48:21

Send us a text Matt gives his thoughts on the chaotic week 2 of Love Island USA Season 7! Don't worry, there is some musical content thrown in at the end for good measure! Don't forget to Subscribe, Like, Share, and Comment! Time Codes: 00:00 - Opening Act: Buckle Up! 01:52 - A Friendly Reminder 04:51 - My Love Island History & General Season 7 Tho…

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All the Important Things - The Tony Awards, Wicked: For Good, Love Island USA, and More! 43:34

2M ago43:34

43:34

Send us a text This week has a little bit of everything as Matt recaps the highlights of the 78th Annual Tony Awards, and gives his thoughts on the Wicked: For Good trailer, EPIC: The Musical, Week 1 of Love Island USA S7, and More! Don't forget to Subscribe, Like, Share, and Comment! Time Codes: 00:00 - 78th Annual Tony Awards Recap 14:51 - Good N…

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What to Watch: What’s New to Streaming & Theaters - June 2025 36:54

2M ago36:54

36:54

Send us a text Matt previews what's new on streaming and in theaters this month! Don't forget to Subscribe, Like, Share, and Comment! Time Codes: 00:00 - Opening Act: Sneaky Links 02:26 - Netflix 07:22 - Apple TV+ 09:10 - Amazon Prime Video 12:39 - HBO/Max 15:25 - Hulu 19:57 - Disney+ 21:11 - Peacock 23:18 - Paramount+ 26:12 - Theater Releases 34:2…

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You Need to See This! Discussing the In Pieces Musical Concert Film 26:47

2M ago26:47

26:47

Send us a text Brad joins Matt for a special bonus episode discussing Joey Contreras' In Pieces Musical concert film that's only available this week! Check out the concert on-demand now at the musical's website! In Pieces Musical Website: https://www.inpiecesmusical.com/ Time Codes: 00:00 - Opening Act: What is In Pieces? 04:29 - Joe's Pub Concert …

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I Love You As Much As I Can - Next to Normal Review (West End 2024 Pro Shot) 54:22

3M ago54:22

54:22

Send us a text Brad joins Matt for this month's musical review of the 2024 West End pro shot version of the Tony & Pulitzer Prize award winning musical, Next to Normal! The pro shot is available for viewing on the PBS app as part of their Great Performances series. *Trigger Warning* This musical deals with intense subject matter including self harm…

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That's How We're Going to End It?! - Instant Reaction/Thoughts: The Last of Us Season 2 Finale 32:50

3M ago32:50

32:50

Send us a text Matt gives his instant reaction/thoughts to the Season 2 Finale of The Last of Us, Convergence, and discusses why he feels the show is dumbing down and nerfing Ellie. Contains spoilers for Season 2 Episode 7! Spoilers for potential future portions of the show from the game noted in the Time Codes below. Time Codes: 00:00 - Intro 01:1…

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One More Time - Hamilton: The Angelica Tour (2025) Review 21:11

3M ago21:11

21:11

Send us a text Matt reviews The Angelica Tour of Hamilton and talks some new musical news and what's to come on the podcast! Don't forget to Subscribe, Like, Share, and Comment! Time Codes: 00:00 - Opening Act 03:08 - The 2025 Angelica Tour Thoughts 15:33 - Musical News 18:09 - Curtain Call: What Comes Next? Follow us on Instagram for updates: http…

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He's Back & I Have Problems - Instant Reaction/Thoughts: The Last of Us Season 2 Ep. 6 - The Price 38:53

3M ago38:53

38:53

Send us a text Matt gives his instant reaction/thoughts to Season 2 Ep. 6, The Price and discusses why he feels the show adaptation is significantly less impactful and powerful than the game. Contains spoilers for Season 2 Episode 6! Spoilers for potential future portions of the show from the game noted in the Time Codes below. Time Codes: 00:00 - …

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Best Villain Songs Draft 33:16

3M ago33:16

33:16

Send us a text Brad joins Matt on the pod for a draft of the best villain songs from musicals! Throw in a bit of chaos, some American Pope talk and the reveal of this month's musical review and you're in for a great podcast episode! *brief spoilers for the plot of Heathers the Musical and The Last Five Years are mentioned in this episode* Don't for…

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SPORES! Instant Reaction/Thoughts: The Last of Us Season 2 Ep. 5 - Feel Her Love 31:30

3M ago31:30

31:30

Send us a text Spores have finally made their way to the HBO adaptation of The Last of Us and Matt gives his instant reaction/thoughts to Season 2 Ep. 5, Feel Her Love. Contains spoilers for Season 2 Episode 5! Spoilers for potential future portions of the show from the game noted in the Time Codes below. Time Codes: 00:00 - Intro & Some Thoughts O…

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Seasons of Podcasting & My Favorite Things 44:54

3M ago44:54

44:54

Send us a text After 150 episodes and after cracking 100 YouTube subscribers Matt takes a look at some of the fun stats from the podcast history and reflects on the past 3+ years, as well as talking some new musical and pop culture news, and discussing some of his favorite music, musicals, movies, and tv shows! Don't forget to Subscribe, Like, Shar…

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Instant Reaction/Thoughts: The Last of Us Season 2 Ep. 4 - Day One 27:15

3M ago27:15

27:15

Send us a text Matt gives his instant reaction/thoughts to Season 2 Ep. 4 of The Last of Us, Day One. Contains spoilers for Season 2 Episode 4! Spoilers for future of the game noted in the Time Codes below. Time Codes: 00:00 - Opening Act 01:06 - Instant Reaction/Thoughts 21:50 - Future Spoilers from the Game 24:25 - Final Thoughts Don't forget to …

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What to Watch: May 2025 49:16

4M ago49:16

49:16

Send us a text Matt previews what's coming to theaters and streaming this month and reviews the local Nebraska Communities Playhouse production of Next to Normal Don't forget to Subscribe, Like, Share, and Comment! Time Codes: 00:00 - Opening Act 01:31 - Netflix 09:30 - Apple TV+ 10:46 - Amazon Prime Video 12:22 - HBO/Max 18:04 - Hulu 22:27 - Disne…

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Instant Reaction/Thoughts: The Last of Us Season 2 Ep. 3 - The Path 25:34

4M ago25:34

25:34

Send us a text Matt gives his instant reaction/thoughts to Season 2 Ep. 3 of The Last of Us, The Path. Contains spoilers for Season 2 Episode 3! Spoilers for future of the game noted in the Time Codes below. Time Codes: 00:00 - Opening Act 01:20 - Instant Reaction/Thoughts 18:57 - Spoilers from the Game 23:45 - Final Thoughts Don't forget to Subscr…

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Top 20 Musical Duets 35:37

4M ago35:37

35:37

Send us a text Matt goes through his completely subjective list for the top 20 musical duets! Don't forget to Subscribe, Like, Share, and Comment! Time Codes: 00:00 - Opening Act 01:38 - The First 5 Songs 08:35 - Songs 6-10 14:16 - Songs 11-15 20:44 - Songs 16-20 25:48 - Honorable Mentions 32:30 - Curtain Call Follow us on Instagram for updates: ht…

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Instant Reaction/Thoughts: The Last of Us Season 2 Ep. 2 - Through the Valley 32:17

4M ago32:17

32:17

Send us a text Matt gives his instant reaction/thoughts to Season 2 Ep. 2 of The Last of Us, Through the Valley. Contains spoilers for Season 2 Episode 2! Spoilers for future of the game noted in the Time Codes below. Time Codes: 00:00 - S2 Ep. 2 Instant Reaction/Thoughts 30:14 - Future Spoilers from the Game 34:36 - Curtain Call Don't forget to Su…

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A New Testament PhD Candidate & An Idiot Review Jesus Christ Superstar (1973) 53:43

4M ago53:43

53:43

Send us a text Matt is joined by Brad (a New Testament PhD Candidate) on this week's pod to discuss the 1973 movie adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Webber & Tim Rice's rock opera, Jesus Christ Superstar, just in time for Easter! Don't forget to Subscribe, Like, Share, and Comment! Time Codes: 00:00 - Opening Act 01:48 - The History of the Show 07:53 - In…

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Instant Reaction/Thoughts: The Last of Us Season 2 Ep. 1 - Future Days 25:24

4M ago25:24

25:24

Send us a text Matt gives his instant reaction/thoughts to the Season 2 premiere of The Last of Us, Future Days. Contains spoilers for Season 2 Episode 1! Spoilers for future of the game noted in the Time Codes below. Time Codes: 00:00 - Opening Act 01:50 - Instant Reaction/Thoughts 15:51 - Easter Eggs from the Game 20:15 - Spoilers from the Game 2…

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Top 20 Broadway Songs That Hit You In the Feels 55:17

4M ago55:17

55:17

Send us a text Matt lists his Top 20 Broadway songs that hit you in the feels/hook you. Please note, this list is completely subjective! Let us know what your picks would be! Don't forget to Subscribe, Like, Share, and Comment! Time Codes: 00:00 - Opening Act 03:22 - The First 5 Songs 12:56 - Songs 6-10 23:58 - Songs 11-15 35:30 - Songs 16-20 44:59…

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Bonus: The Last of Us - Season 1 Ep. 9 Finale Thoughts 33:37

4M ago33:37

33:37

Send us a text *Originally released on YouTube March 12, 2023* Matt gives his *full spoiler* initial reaction thoughts on the Season Finale of The Last of Us. Make sure you're subscribed to be notified when our video on things we want to see in Season 2 from the game is up! (whenever Matt finishes his replay of Part II) Don't forget to Subscribe, L…

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What to Watch: April 2025 47:48

5M ago47:48

47:48

Send us a text Matt previews what's coming to theaters and streaming this month and reviews The Barricade Boys: Broadway Party! Don't forget to Subscribe, Like, Share, and Comment! Time Codes: 00:00 - Opening Act 02:15 - Netflix 08:14 - Prime Video 11:43 - Apple TV+ 12:38 - HBO/Max 18:33 - Disney+ 21:07 - Hulu 24:58 - Peacock 31:21 - Paramount+ 32:…

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Bonus: The Last of Us - Season 1 Ep. 8 Thoughts 23:35

5M ago23:35

23:35

Send us a text *Originally released on YouTube March 5, 2023* Matt gives his instant reactions to Episode 8, some of the changes from the game, and some easter eggs for game & show fans alike! Don't forget to Subscribe, Like, Share, and Comment! Follow us on Instagram for updates: https://www.instagram.com/downoncemorepod Links to audio versions, Y…

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The Redhead Reviews - O'Dessa & Annie National Tour Reviews 44:28

5M ago44:28

44:28

Send us a text Matt reviews the new original rock opera musical movie O'Dessa (streaming now on Hulu) and the Annie National Tour. Don't forget to Subscribe, Like, Share, and Comment! Time Codes: 00:00 - Opening Act 02:39 - O'Dessa Review 11:30 - O'Dessa Spoilers 13:48 - O'Dessa Review Continues 19:02 - Intermission: Storytime & The Last of Us S2 2…

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Bonus: The Last of Us - Season 1 Ep. 7 Thoughts 19:26

5M ago19:26

19:26

Send us a text *Originally released on YouTube February 26, 2023* Matt gives his initial thoughts after just watching Episode 7: Left Behind. Lots of video game to show discussion on this one as HBO continues to nail this adaption. Don't forget to Subscribe, Like, Share, and Comment! Follow us on Instagram for updates: https://www.instagram.com/dow…

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What's Coming?! All About Broadway Tour Season 28:09

5M ago28:09

28:09

Send us a text Matt recaps the 24/25 Glenn Korff Broadway Series and previews what's coming up in the 25/26 Series so you know what reviews will be joining the ranks of Shrek and Dear Evan Hansen on the pod in the coming year! Don't forget to Subscribe, Like, Share, and Comment! Time Codes: 00:00 - Opening Act 03:21 - 24/25 Broadway Series Recap 15…

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Bonus: The Last of Us - Season 1 Ep. 6 Thoughts 18:11

5M ago18:11

18:11

Send us a text *Originally released on YouTube February 19, 2023* Matt takes a look at Kin, the sixth episode of The Last of Us and discusses some of the key ways this episode differs from the game and a couple of easter eggs thrown in there. Don't forget to Subscribe, Like, Share, and Comment! Follow us on Instagram for updates: https://www.instag…

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Beetlejuice: The Musical. The Musical. The Musical. National Tour Review 21:55

5M ago21:55

21:55

Send us a text Matt reviews the national tour of Beetlejuice The Musical The Musical The Musical and talks the best musical adaptations of non-musical movies! Don't forget to Subscribe, Like, Share, and Comment! Time Codes: 00:00 - Opening Act: My History with Beetlejuice 03:27 - The Beetlejuice Musical Backstory 10:18 - Key Movie vs Musical Differ…

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Bonus: The Last of Us - Season 1 Ep. 5 Thoughts 27:36

5M ago27:36

27:36

Send us a text *Originally released on YouTube February 10, 2023* Matt takes a look at this week's early release episode of The Last of Us, Endure and Survive. Matt discusses some of the differences in the show vs. game storyline for Henry & Sam, as well as some of the easer eggs that the creators included in this episode. Don't forget to Subscribe…

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What to Watch: March 2025 46:13

5M ago46:13

46:13

Send us a text Matt previews what's coming to theaters and streaming this month, the Oscars, and more! Don't forget to Subscribe, Like, Share, and Comment! Time Codes: 00:00 - Opening Act & Oscars Talk 03:46 - Theaters 10:44 - HBO/Max 16:46 - Disney+ 19:06 - Netflix 26:13 - Amazon Prime Video 27:51 - Apple TV+ 30:28 - Hulu 36:08 - Peacock 40:16 - P…

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Bonus: The Last of Us - Season 1 Ep. 4 Thoughts 18:13

6M ago18:13

18:13

Send us a text *Originally released on YouTube February 5, 2023* Matt takes a look at this week's episode of The Last of Us, Please Hold to My Hand, and discusses some of the key differences from the game and some of the easter eggs that they have included for game players. HBO announced Episode 5 will be airing on HBO Max Friday @ 9PM EST for an e…

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$96K, Go! - In the Heights Movie Review 59:42

6M ago59:42

59:42

Send us a text Brad joins Matt for our February movie review talking about Jon M. Chu's 2021 adaptation of the Lin-Manuel Miranda Tony award winning musical! Don't forget to Follow, Subscribe, Like, Comment, Share, and Leave a Review! Time Codes: 00:00 - Opening Act 01:49 - Brad's Message to the Fans 05:20 - In the Heights Intro & History 10:21 - I…

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Bonus: The Last of Us - Season 1 Ep. 3 Thoughts & News - It's All About Love 24:05

6M ago24:05

24:05

Send us a text *Originally released on YouTube January 30, 2023* Matt discusses this weeks The Last of Us news and gives his thoughts on Episode 3: Long, Long Time. *Spoilers for Episode 3* Time Codes: 0:00 - Intro 01:19 - Season 2 Announcement & Speculation 03:22 - RIP Annie Wersching 04:26 - Bella Ramsey on Season 2 05:03 - Episode 3 Thoughts *SP…

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February Grab Bag - Captain America: Brave New World Review, TV Thoughts, and More 49:30

6M ago49:30

49:30

Send us a text This week Matt's reviewing Captain America: Brave New World, talking Moulin Rouge! the Musical, Yellowjackets Season 3, Dexter: Original Sin, and giving you five songs from his playlist that you should be listening to today! Don't forget to Follow, Subscribe, Like, Comment, Share, and Leave a Review! Time Codes: 00:00 - Opening Act 0…

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Bonus: The Last of Us - Season 1 Ep. 2 Thoughts 26:54

6M ago26:54

26:54

Send us a text *Originally released on YouTube January 23, 2023* Matt gives a recap of the second episode of HBO's adaption of The Last of Us. Take a look at some of the easter eggs for game players and breakdown this latest episode. Time Codes: 0:00 - Intro 1:16 - A Note to Game Players 3:55 - Episode Recap & Thoughts 24:13 - Future Plans & Sign-O…

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