We are some guys and we have some microphones. We are high school geeks who just ad lib whatever comes to mind, so join us on the adventure that is Guys With Microphones.
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There’s a new gold standard in film criticism, and it’s three guys with microphones and absolutely no credentials. Jake is a connoisseur of Asian cinema and films that remind you what it means to be human. Matt prefers movies about deeply disturbed people—the kind that leave you wanting to take a long, scalding shower. And Anthony? He loves "basic" movies, the kind that make you feel like a red-blooded, flag-waving American. Together, they curate the most eclectic, unpredictable, and undenia ...
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Ted and Michael Read Sketches Into Microphones is a sketch comedy podcast hosted by two longtime friends: Ted O’Gorman and Michael Paul Smith. It’s produced by Michael’s wife; podcaster Gillian Pensavalle (The Hamilcast, True Crime Obsessed), and features the three of them, as well as Ted’s brother Mike O’Gorman (Vice Principals, A.P Bio) in every episode. The sketches are short and often bizarre, and the genuine affection that all the people involved have for each other permeates the materi ...
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Mastering the Podcaster Mindset is THE podcast for indie podcasters who are looking to grow their show, build an audience, improve their podcasting craft, and make a little money from their podcast. Our multiple award-winning hosts give you, the indie podcaster, the tools you need to maximize your creativity and breakthrough mindset barriers surrounding your podcast. You will get tips and insider secrets we have learned to raise the power of your content and the quality of your sound. This p ...
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The Hunt (2012) Directed by Thomas Vinterberg
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53:16The movie you’re making me watch today is The Hunt (2012), a gut-punching Danish drama directed by Thomas Vinterberg that’ll leave you questioning everything about truth, trust, and mob mentality. Starring Mads Mikkelsen in a raw, heart-shattering performance as Lucas, a kindergarten teacher whose life unravels when a child’s innocent lie sparks ac…
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Possession (1981) - Andrzej Zulawski
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1:00:16Welcome to *Making Me Watch Movies*, the podcast where we force each other to endure films we’d never pick ourselves—and then argue about whether it was genius or just plain traumatizing. And oh boy, does today’s pick deliver on the trauma. This week, we’re wrestling with Andrzej Żuławski’s 1981 nightmare fuel, *Possession*—a film so batshit it was…
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The Great Outdoors w/ Dan Aykroyd and John Candy feat. Haig Hovnanian
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1:43:42The movie you're making us watch today is The Great Outdoors (1988)! This classic John Candy and Dan Aykroyd comedy throws us into a vacation from hell, complete with bear attacks, speedboat mishaps, and Aykroyd’s relentless one-upping. But this time, we’re not watching alone—our guest and good friend Haig chose this movie, so you can blame him for…
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The movie you're making me watch today is… one that proves yet again that rich people have WAY too much time on their hands. That’s right, we’re diving headfirst into the twisted, dimly lit, blood-soaked world of movie red rooms—where your credit card limit determines how morally bankrupt you truly are!" From high-stakes torture chambers to the kin…
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FLIGHT RISK (2025) - First Review of 2025 - Making Me Watch Movies
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51:40The movie you're making us watch today is Flight Risk, directed by Mel Gibson, featuring Mark Wahlberg, Michelle Dockery, and Topher Grace. Despite the star power, this action thriller stumbles at nearly every turn. The plot, which centers on a high-stakes flight with a fugitive, feels like a tired mix of clichés, and the performances, while compet…
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170 - Nosferatu (2024) Recap and Review
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1:15:38The movie you're making us watch today is Nosferatu! Robert Eggers revives the original vampire tale with plenty of moody shadows and Willem Dafoe’s signature creep factor, but let’s face it—this one doesn’t quite earn eternal life. Sure, it’s stylish and brooding, but we’re not sure it did enough to truly cement itself in horror history. Schwizzy,…
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Anora Re-Release - Making Me Watch Movies
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1:18:44The movie you’re making me watch today is Anora. Prepare for a deep dive into this indie gem (or is it a mess?) Anthony, Jake, and Schwizzy debate whether Anora is an underrated masterpiece or just plain overrated. From its chaotic storytelling to its hilarious characters, we’re unpacking it all—well, most of it—before getting wildly off-topic, as …
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MMwM Presents - Oliver Stone's U Turn (1997)
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1:42:10The movie you're making me watch today is U Turn, Oliver Stone’s sweaty, sun-drenched sexy noir about bad luck, worse people, and some seriously shady business in a nowhere town. It’s got a star-studded cast—Sean Penn, Jennifer Lopez, Billy Bob Thornton, Nick Nolte, Powers Boothe—and enough drama to fill an Arizona desert. Jake hated it, Schwizzy l…
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MMwM Presents - Cameron Crowe's Vanilla Sky (2001)
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1:20:28"Welcome to Making Me Watch Movies! This week, we’re diving into the dreamy, twisted world of Vanilla Sky—a movie that’s part romance, part sci-fi, and all Tom Cruise running in emotional chaos. Join Anthony, Jake, and Schwizzy as we untangle this trippy fever dream of existential crises, creepy masks, and questionable life choices. Is it a masterp…
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Happy Birthday Godzilla - 70 Years of Kaiju Carnage!
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1:32:09Episode 166: Godzilla Minus 1 Godzilla is back, and he's throwing a 70th-anniversary bash Japan won't forget! Join Anthony, Jake, and Schwizzy as they dive into Godzilla Minus 1, where the big guys back in his original stomping grounds, post-WWII Japan. Expect wild theories, hot takes, and way too much blue fire talk as we break down what makes thi…
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Making Me Watch Movies - Halloween Special: The Paranormal Activity Saga (2007-2021)
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1:44:58It's that time of year again! In this Halloween Special of Making Me Watch Movies, your demonic hosts dive into the ultimate supernatural binge: the entire Paranormal Activity franchise. Starting with Oren Peli’s 2007 original, a low-budget nightmare that redefined horror, we follow every chilling chapter up to Next of Kin in 2021, exploring the sc…
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Is Strange Darling The Best Movie of 2024?
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1:03:29Welcome to Making Me Watch Movies! The Movie You're Making Me Watch Today is the new thriller Strange Darling, now available to rent or buy on PRIME. Quick heads-up—this episode is packed with spoilers, so be sure to watch the movie first! This intense cat-and-mouse thriller explores love, obsession, and survival, taking us through some dark and tw…
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Welcome back to Making Me Watch Movies, where Anthony, Jake, and Schwizzy are about to dive deep into yet another film, whether you like it or not. Today’s cinematic adventure? "The Substance," still bubbling over in theaters, this movie is a mind-bending thriller! Only the second movie directed by Coralie Fargeat (REVENGE -2017), with standout per…
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Dragged Across Concrete - Directed by Craig Zahler
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2:08:18Welcome back to Making Me Watch Movies, The Movie Youre Making Me Watch Today is Dragged Across Concrete—the gritty crime thriller directed by S. Craig Zahler and starring heavyweights Mel Gibson and Vince Vaughn. If you think you know buddy cop movies, think again. Dragged Across Concrete hits harder than a brick wall, with Gibson and Vaughn playi…
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Welcome to "Making Me Watch Movies! Tho Movie you're making me watch today takes us into the mind-bending world of Korean cinema with a deep dive into Save the Green Planet. Directed by Jang Joon-hwan, this 2003 cult classic is a genre-blending rollercoaster that mixes sci-fi, horror, comedy, and thriller elements in one unforgettable package. We'l…
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Is M Night Shamalan's New Movie Just a Trap?
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1:00:20Welcome to Making Me Watch Movies, your go-to podcast for in-depth movie reviews and lively discussions. In our latest episode, hosts Anthony, Jake, and Matt dissect the newest thriller from M. Night Shyamalan, TRAP. Known for his trademark twists and turns, Shyamalan's latest offering promises to be a suspenseful ride. Join us as we explore the pl…
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EP 159 - Twister or Twisters. Which ones better?
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1:03:40Welcome to Making Me Watch Movies, the podcast where Anthony, Jake, and Matt tackle the good, the bad, and the "why did they make us watch this?" The Movie You're Making Me Watch Today is a 90's classic. That's right, we’re revisiting, Twister, with some short friendly chats af a new(not to be named) storm-chasing spectacle...double the tornadoes, …
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EP 158 - Longlegs - Directed by Oz Perkins
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1:06:31Welcome to Making ME Watch Movies, the movie review podcast where your best friends Anthony, Jake, and Matt dive deep into the latest cinematic releases as well as some old ones. In today's episode, we're dissecting the new thriller, LONGLEGS, directed by the talented Oz Perkins. Known for his unique and atmospheric style, Perkins delivers another …
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EP 157 - Resurrection - Directed by Andrew Semans - Starring Rebecca Hall and Tim Roth
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57:40The Movie You're Making Me Watch Today is Andrew Semans' 2022 film "Resurrection." This rollercoaster of a movie takes us to a small town rocked by tragedy, where Margaret, brilliantly portrayed by Rebecca Hall, wrestles with guilt and grief in the wake of a devastating accident, but it's Tim Roth's haunting performance that steals the show. Andrew…
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Albert Brooks' "DEFENDING YOUR LIFE" (1991)
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1:00:00The Movie Your Making Me Watch today is Albert Brooks' 1991 film "Defending Your Life," a comedic yet thought-provoking exploration of life after death. Join us as we dissect its clever blend of humor and existential contemplation, its portrayal of the afterlife as a bureaucratic purgatory, and its timeless insights into human nature and the fear o…
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EP 155 - Zone of Interest - Directed by Jonathan Glazer
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EP 154 - DREAM SCENARIO - Directed by Kristoffer Borgli
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1:01:44Message us DIRECTLY to tell us how much you hated this episode Support the show FOLLOW US: INSTAGRAM - @MMwM_podcast TIKTOK - @MMwM_podcast YOUTUBE - @MMwM_podcast ALSO: @anthony_eslami @goldenroad85 @_schwizzyy_By Anthony, Jake, and Matt
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Making Me Watch Alex Garland's "CIVIL WAR"
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1:21:09the movie youre making me watch today is Alex Garlands too close to home 2024 feature "CIVIL WAR" In a not unfathomable future America, a team of military-embedded journalists races against time to reach Washington, D.C., before rebel factions descend upon the American White House to photograph and interview the POTUS (Ron Swanson) Message us DIREC…
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EPISODE 152 - BULLY (2001) Directed by Larry Clark
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1:00:14Making Me Watch Movies is BACK! With Larry Clark's BULLY. Brad Renfro, Bijou Phillips, Rachel Miner, Michael Pitt, and Nick Stahl. Teenagers in South Florida who enact a murder plot against their mutual bully who has emotionally, physically, and sexually abused them for years. Message us DIRECTLY to tell us how much you hated this episode Support t…
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Making Me Watch CON AIR - Directed by Simon West
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1:00:12The movie you're making me watch today is CON AIR 1997 directed by Simon West. Newly-paroled ex-con and former U.S. Ranger Cameron Poe finds himself trapped in a prisoner-transport plane when the passengers seize control. Message us DIRECTLY to tell us how much you hated this episode Support the show FOLLOW US: INSTAGRAM - @MMwM_podcast TIKTOK - @M…
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2023 - The Holdovers - Directed by Alexander Payne
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48:37The movie you're making me watch today is last years THE HOLDOVERS starring PAUL GIAMATTI directed by ALEXANDER PAYNE. A unique yet familiar movie that finally showcases PGs prowess if acting. Watch THE HOLDOVERS then listen to this weeks episode.d Message us DIRECTLY to tell us how much you hated this episode Support the show FOLLOW US: INSTAGRAM …
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What's In THE BOX (2009) Directed by Richard Kelly
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1:02:56Message us DIRECTLY to tell us how much you hated this episode Support the show FOLLOW US: INSTAGRAM - @MMwM_podcast TIKTOK - @MMwM_podcast YOUTUBE - @MMwM_podcast ALSO: @anthony_eslami @goldenroad85 @_schwizzyy_By Anthony, Jake, and Matt
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Ep 148 - Leave The World Behind Directed by Sam Esmail (produced by Obama?)
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52:09The Movie Youre Making Me Watch today is a new NETFLIX movie --Leave the World Behind-- an all star cast, Obama produced, Mr Robot directed. Message us DIRECTLY to tell us how much you hated this episode Support the show FOLLOW US: INSTAGRAM - @MMwM_podcast TIKTOK - @MMwM_podcast YOUTUBE - @MMwM_podcast ALSO: @anthony_eslami @goldenroad85 @_schwizz…
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The movie you're makin me watch today is James Cameron's undersea epoch THE ABYSS (1989). Which Coincidentally has recently been re released in 4K. Go watch it in theaters and then listen to this episode! Message us DIRECTLY to tell us how much you hated this episode Support the show FOLLOW US: INSTAGRAM - @MMwM_podcast TIKTOK - @MMwM_podcast YOUTU…
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Smokin' Aces: Style Over Substance, or Non of the Above?
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47:29The movie you're makin me watch today is Joe Carnahan's Smokin Aces. Message us DIRECTLY to tell us how much you hated this episode Support the show FOLLOW US: INSTAGRAM - @MMwM_podcast TIKTOK - @MMwM_podcast YOUTUBE - @MMwM_podcast ALSO: @anthony_eslami @goldenroad85 @_schwizzyy_By Anthony, Jake, and Matt
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The Killer (2023) & Every David Fincher Movie Ranked
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1:29:54The movie you're making me watch today is David Fincher's latest movie The Killer. We also each rank our favorite David Fincher flicks. Message us DIRECTLY to tell us how much you hated this episode Support the show FOLLOW US: INSTAGRAM - @MMwM_podcast TIKTOK - @MMwM_podcast YOUTUBE - @MMwM_podcast ALSO: @anthony_eslami @goldenroad85 @_schwizzyy_…
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—There’s a new sports drink from New England! —A new PSA is out just for bros behind the wheel. —We present more lines that Gillian really (really) does not want to say. —There’s a new trend of bedroom etiquette…and a song to go with it! Ted and Michael Read Sketches into Microphones is a non-union production. While the creators wholeheartedly supp…
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—Hogwarts LA is back with a new commercial! —Some adventurous friends are ravenous for brunch. —A 90’s commercial had a very dangerous brand of jeans. —Arnold Schwarzenegger unpacks famous song lyrics. Ted and Michael Read Sketches into Microphones is a non-union production. While the creators wholeheartedly support the WGA and SAG-AFTRA, and some …
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Why The Scream Franchise Might Be The Best Movie Franchise of All Time
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1:41:54The movies that changes the game. Turned tropes into rules and kept the killer fresh. Message us DIRECTLY to tell us how much you hated this episode Support the show FOLLOW US: INSTAGRAM - @MMwM_podcast TIKTOK - @MMwM_podcast YOUTUBE - @MMwM_podcast ALSO: @anthony_eslami @goldenroad85 @_schwizzyy_By Anthony, Jake, and Matt
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—We present more lines that Gillian really (really) does not want to say. —A dating app is out for a certain illegal industry. —A family in the dust bowl is as dysfunctional as it gets. —There’s a recall on a certain kind of impractical toilet. Ted and Michael Read Sketches into Microphones is a non-union production. While the creators wholehearted…
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—Ted and Michael unlock new celebrity characters in Super Smash Bros. —There’s a new home rental app which comes with real life experience. —Ted and Michael reveal a lost prospective James Bond theme song. —Roll call at a retirement home is never easy. Ted and Michael Read Sketches into Microphones is a non-union production. While the creators whol…
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FRAILTY (2001) "God's Big Plan With The Van"
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1:08:13Its October, let's talk spooky/scary movies. Starting with FRAILTY. Directed by and starring the late great Bill Paxton. Message us DIRECTLY to tell us how much you hated this episode Support the show FOLLOW US: INSTAGRAM - @MMwM_podcast TIKTOK - @MMwM_podcast YOUTUBE - @MMwM_podcast ALSO: @anthony_eslami @goldenroad85 @_schwizzyy_…
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—Ted and Michael claim to be altruistic inventors. —A new PSA is out just for bros who have to walk through doors. —Two cool kids in the cafeteria discuss some fast-approaching classmates. —There’s a new Fraud Kit for people who want to climb the corporate ladder! Ted and Michael Read Sketches into Microphones is a non-union production. While the c…
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—Two Russian guys head into a blind date. —A sports announcer cannot stop oversharing his observations. —We present more lines that Gillian really (really) does not want to say. —There’s a face mask to help your dog love you more! —Ted and Michael play a dangerous game called “Bee or Candy?” Ted and Michael Read Sketches into Microphones is a non-u…
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Maximum Overdrive - Directed by Stephen King
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57:20Message us DIRECTLY to tell us how much you hated this episode Support the show FOLLOW US: INSTAGRAM - @MMwM_podcast TIKTOK - @MMwM_podcast YOUTUBE - @MMwM_podcast ALSO: @anthony_eslami @goldenroad85 @_schwizzyy_By Anthony, Jake, and Matt
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—Hogwarts LA is running a new commercial. —A professional athlete breaks up with his girlfriend. —”The Singing Bully” is back…as a horror movie. —Ted and Michael admire their wives’ intellects. Ted and Michael Read Sketches into Microphones is a non-union production. While the creators wholeheartedly support the WGA and SAG-AFTRA, and some are even…
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—The guys get a sneak peak of the latest “Fast and Furious” movie AND interview the cast! —Mike is back in the shower…with you. —A new PSA is out just for bros who don’t know how to treat a lady. —Ted, Michael, and Gillian have their annual secret Santa. Ted and Michael Read Sketches into Microphones is a non-union production. While the creators wh…
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Message us DIRECTLY to tell us how much you hated this episode Support the show FOLLOW US: INSTAGRAM - @MMwM_podcast TIKTOK - @MMwM_podcast YOUTUBE - @MMwM_podcast ALSO: @anthony_eslami @goldenroad85 @_schwizzyy_By Anthony, Jake, and Matt
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—Ted and Michael unlock new celebrity characters in Super Smash Brothers! —A new PSA is out just for bros who need a tissue. —The newest teen party trend is both dangerous and delicious. —Ted and Michael join the space billionaires! Ted and Michael Read Sketches into Microphones is a non-union production. While the creators wholeheartedly support t…
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—The Avengers have a new, confusing enemy. —Michael introduces Ted to a spooky new prospective writing partner. —We present more lines that Gillian really (really) does not want to say —A new slow cooker also educates! Ted and Michael Read Sketches into Microphones is a non-union production. While the creators wholeheartedly support the WGA and SAG…
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Bones and All: A Delicious Thrill or A Monstrous Flop?
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1:06:17The Movie You're Making Me Watch Today is BONES AND ALL. Directed by Luca Guadagnino this tasty road trip stars Timothée Chalamet, Taylor Russell, and Mark Rylance as the creepiest of creeps Sully. Watch the movie and listen to this eye opening jaw dropping light shining podcast... Message us DIRECTLY to tell us how much you hated this episode Supp…
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—Werner Herzog is up for parole! —A new parenting technique uses a legendary comedian as its model. —Ted unveils his newest impression…Michael! —A morning show’s food segment has a new spin on cereal. Ted and Michael Read Sketches into Microphones is a non-union production. While the creators wholeheartedly support the WGA and SAG-AFTRA, and some a…
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—Hogwarts is back with a new campus, and they've moved west! —We present lines that Gillian really (really) does not want to say. —A PSA just for bros who talk too much. —A sports announcer has no filter, and a ton of intuition. —”Ted and Michael” is remembered in a documentary from the future. Ted and Michael Read Sketches into Microphones is a no…
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George Romero & Stephen King's CREEPSHOW Classic Satire? or Nostalgic Trash?
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1:23:45Written by Stephen King. Directed by George A. Romero. The Movie Youre Making Me Watch today is the classic comic book anthology CREEPSHOW. Message us DIRECTLY to tell us how much you hated this episode Support the show FOLLOW US: INSTAGRAM - @MMwM_podcast TIKTOK - @MMwM_podcast YOUTUBE - @MMwM_podcast ALSO: @anthony_eslami @goldenroad85 @_schwizzy…
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