Best Classical Reception Podcasts (2025)

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Classical Reception of Sexual Violence in Antiquity in Modern Visual Media with Briana King 1:05:37

8d ago1:05:37

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In the latest episode of Two Friends Talk History, Zofia and Dr Briana King return to our discussion into Classical Receptions studies. This time, we go into some of the heavier subject matter that we felt deserved its own episode. Briana joins me to unpack the dark and often overlooked threads of sexual violence in ancient history and its modern r…

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IMPRINT COMPANION: SHATTERED GLASS + MAN BITES DOG + IN THE BEDROOM and more 39:45

1d ago39:45

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Hang onto your slipcases because Alexei Toliopoulos (Finding Drago, The Last Video Store) and Blake Howard (One Heat Minute Productions) team up to unbox, unpack and unveil upcoming IMPRINT FILMS physical media releases. In this episode, we discuss: Man Bites Dog (1992) - Imprint Collection #388 Shattered Glass (2003) - Imprint Collection #390 In T…

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Invisible Chains: Human Trafficking in Antiquity with Florence Felsheim 1:16:53

1d ago1:16:53

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By An ArchaeoArtist Production

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Gladiator II with Alexandra Sills 1:19:37

3d ago1:19:37

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Rounding out our trilogy of special episodes on Ridley Scott’s Gladiator II, we are joined by gladiator expert, Alexandra Sills. Alexandra holds a BA in Classical Studies from Birkbeck College, University of London and a MA in The Classical Mediterranean from the University of Leicester. Alexandra’s MA dissertation was awarded the Mark Pluciennik p…

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THE DECADE PROJECT: THE DROP (2014) w/ Jason Bailey 1:00:05

3d ago1:00:05

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The Decade Project is an ongoing, One Heat Minute Productions Patreon-exclusive podcast that looks back at films released ten years ago to reflect on what continues to resonate and what’s ripe for rediscovery. The third year, being released on the main podcast feed, is the films of 2015. To hear a fantastic chorus of guests and I unpack the films o…

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ROMIN: "Well, these are trying times." 54:48

5d ago54:48

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Join host Blake Howard and a handpicked team of film experts as they ambush John Frankenheimer’s RONIN (1998). Over 12 episodes, they'll explore the mysteries of the briefcase MacGuffin, praise co-writer David Mamet’s tough, balletic dialogue, and break down the film’s iconic action and chase sequences. Tune in because, as Sam says, 'Whenever there…

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MIAMI NICE: LUCK RAN OUT w/ Jordan Harper and Travis Woods 45:12

10d ago45:12

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Hosts Katie Walsh and Blake Howard bring our faves Jordan Harper and Travis Woods together to walk through the hospital parking lot, to conclude this beautiful, chaotic, horny mission. Jordan Harper Jordan Harper is the Edgar-Award winning author of SHE RIDES SHOTGUN, THE LAST KING OF CALIFORNIA, EVERYBODY KNOWS and the short story collection LOVE …

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GUIDE FOR THE FILM FANATIC: “Picnic at Hanging Rock” with Alicia Malone 59:44

13d ago59:44

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TCM host and prolific author Alicia Malone joins us to discuss Peter Weir’s contemporary classic “Picnic at Hanging Rock.” She fills us in on the Australian New Wave, the film’s considerable cultural reach in her home country, and her new book “TCM Imports: Timeless Favorites and Hidden Gems of World Cinema,” on shelves Tuesday. Support this podcas…

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ROMIN: "Everyone's your brother until the rent comes due." 1:02:07

15d ago1:02:07

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Join host Blake Howard and a handpicked team of film experts as they ambush John Frankenheimer’s RONIN (1998). Over 12 episodes, they'll explore the mysteries of the briefcase MacGuffin, praise co-writer David Mamet’s tough, balletic dialogue, and break down the film’s iconic action and chase sequences. Tune in because, as Sam says, 'Whenever there…

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The Fall of Veii: Part III 1:06:12

18d ago1:06:12

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We return for the final instalment on the fall of Veii in 396 BCE. In our previous episode, we witnessed the actual conquest of the great Etruscan city. Now it’s Camillus’ time to bask in the glory! He's a Real Trip Camillus has managed to secure victory for Rome, and one of the advantages now that it’s all over is that sweet, sweet booty. Everyone…

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CRITERION SESSIONS: Thief w/ Bilge Ebiri 57:09

19d ago57:09

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Hang onto your slipcases because Blake Howard (One Heat Minute Productions) and special guest Bilge Ebiri (film critic/writer/editor at New York Magazine) collaborate to dissect a special CRITERION COLLECTION release. Thief The contemporary American auteur Michael Mann’s bold artistic sensibility was already fully formed when he burst out of the ga…

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TOO MUCH MOVIE: TOMBSTONE 1:06:45

20d ago1:06:45

1:06:45

FOR THE LATEST EPISODE OF THIS 90S CELEBRATION PODCAST, WE (HOSTS CHRIS CANDY, ROB BELUSHI, AND BLAKE HOWARD) ARE ROLLING TO TALK ALL ABOUT VAL KILMER AND EVERYTHING BURSTING OUT OF TOMBSTONE. Thank you so much for the ongoing support! Join our Patreon for as little as $1 a month for exclusive weekly podcasts + access to the OHM discord here. One H…

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ROMIN: “Take the case!” 49:57

21d ago49:57

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Join host Blake Howard and a handpicked team of film experts as they ambush John Frankenheimer’s RONIN (1998). Over 12 episodes, they'll explore the mysteries of the briefcase MacGuffin, praise co-writer David Mamet’s tough, balletic dialogue, and break down the film’s iconic action and chase sequences. Tune in because, as Sam says, 'Whenever there…

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ROMIN: “Could you take a picture of me and my wife?” 34:39

23d ago34:39

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Join host Blake Howard and a handpicked team of film experts as they ambush John Frankenheimer’s RONIN (1998). Over 12 episodes, they'll explore the mysteries of the briefcase MacGuffin, praise co-writer David Mamet’s tough, balletic dialogue, and break down the film’s iconic action and chase sequences. Tune in because, as Sam says, 'Whenever there…

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GUIDE FOR THE FILM FANATIC: “The Breaking Point” with Eddie Muller 1:05:33

28d ago1:05:33

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The czar of noir himself, TCM’s “Noir Alley” host Eddie Muller, joins us to discuss Michael Curtiz’s (slightly) closer 1950 adaptation of Hemingway’s “To Have and Have Not.” Hear his thoughts on the various adaptations, the power of its leading man and the counterpoints of its leading ladies, and the new edition of his marvelous book “Dark City Dam…

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ROMIN: "I ambushed you with a cup of coffee." 1:23:04

1M ago1:23:04

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Join host Blake Howard and a handpicked team of film experts as they ambush John Frankenheimer’s RONIN (1998). Over 12 episodes, they'll explore the mysteries of the briefcase MacGuffin, praise co-writer David Mamet’s tough, balletic dialogue, and break down the film’s iconic action and chase sequences. Tune in because, as Sam says, 'Whenever there…

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Gladiator II with Professor Martin M. Winkler 1:08:42

1M ago1:08:42

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WARNING! This post and episode both contain spoilers! We are back to discuss Gladiator II, the sequel to Ridley Scott’s smash hit Gladiator (2000). Gladiator II is set in the joint reign of Caracalla and Geta. These emperors were brothers in real life, but not the creepy twins shown in the movie. However, let’s not get caught up in historical detai…

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ROMIN: "You know, you think too hard." 35:14

1M ago35:14

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Join host Blake Howard and a handpicked team of film experts as they ambush John Frankenheimer’s RONIN (1998). Over 12 episodes, they'll explore the mysteries of the briefcase MacGuffin, praise co-writer David Mamet’s tough, balletic dialogue, and break down the film’s iconic action and chase sequences. Tune in because, as Sam says, 'Whenever there…

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ROMIN: "Back in the late unpleasantness." 46:23

1M ago46:23

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Join host Blake Howard and a handpicked team of film experts as they ambush John Frankenheimer’s RONIN (1998). Over 12 episodes, they'll explore the mysteries of the briefcase MacGuffin, praise co-writer David Mamet’s tough, balletic dialogue, and break down the film’s iconic action and chase sequences. Tune in because, as Sam says, 'Whenever there…

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Digital Archaeology with Florence Felsheim 50:24

1M ago50:24

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In the latest episode of Two Friends Talk History, Zofia invites the brilliant Florence Felsheim, a PhD candidate in Classics at the University of St Andrews, for a fascinating deep dive into the intersection of virtual reality (VR), art, and cultural heritage. Together, they explore how technology is transforming the ways we visualize and interpre…

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ROMIN: "I never walk into a place I don't know how to walk out of." 40:58

1M ago40:58

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Join host Blake Howard and a handpicked team of film experts as they ambush John Frankenheimer’s RONIN (1998). Over 12 episodes, they'll explore the mysteries of the briefcase MacGuffin, praise co-writer David Mamet’s tough, balletic dialogue, and break down the film’s iconic action and chase sequences. Tune in because, as Sam says, 'Whenever there…

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GUIDE FOR THE FILM FANATIC: “Carnal Knowledge” with Hunter Harris 1:01:12

1M ago1:01:12

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“Hung Up” writer and “Lemme Say This” co-host Hunter Harris joins us to discuss Mike Nichols’s scathing 1971 chronicle of the battle of the sexes. We dig in on the picture’s emotional brutality, theatrical structure, and complicated characters (the women, at least), as well as Hunter’s reason for connection to Art Garfunkel. Support this podcast at…

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TOO MANY MINUTES: "METAMORPHOSIS" 54:41

1M ago54:41

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In the eighth and final episode, host Blake Howard discusses the legacy of SNEAKERS with: Co-host of Light the Fuse: The Offical Mission: Impossible Podcast, author and film journalist - Drew Taylor Co-host of Light the Fuse: The Offical Mission: Impossible Podcast, and writer-director of Night Owls and There She Goes - Charles Hood Screenwriter an…

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The Fall of Veii: Part II 1:20:49

2M ago1:20:49

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The Fall of Veii is finally upon us – or perhaps we should say it was finally upon them! After a shameful defeat early in 396, the Romans decided to appoint a dictator. It is time for a Republican hero to burst into the spotlight. Welcome to the stage, Marcus Furius Camillus! Episode 159 – The Fall of Veii: Part II A Hero is Born Camillus is a lege…

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Special Episode: The Ancient Peace Studies Network with Alice König 1:03:19

2M ago1:03:19

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In part 2 of our collaboration, Zofia guest-hosts the Visualising War and Peace Podcast to interview project founder, Dr. Alice König. In this conversation, Alice she unveils the groundbreaking Ancient Peace Studies Network—the first of its kind dedicated to examining how peace was understood, experienced, and represented across different ancient c…

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IMPRINT COMPANION: Lipstick (1976) + The Betsy (1978) + Play It Again, Sam (1972) + Lifeguard (1976) w/Brian Game 24:38

2M ago24:38

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Hang onto your slipcases because Blake Howard (One Heat Minute Productions) and special guest (OHM Producer) Brian Game team up to unbox, unpack and unveil upcoming IMPRINT FILMS physical media releases. In this episode, we discuss: Lipstick (1976) – Imprint Collection #382 The Betsy (1978) – Imprint Collection #383 Play It Again, Sam (1972) – Impr…

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TOO MANY MINUTES: "EASY TO BE HARD" 37:16

2M ago37:16

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In the seventh episode, host Blake Howard discusses SNEAKERS' place in the Bay Area movie pantheon. Author, screenwriter and podcaster - Lee Zachariah Journalist and Bay Area native - Javier Panzar Join our Patreon for as little as $1 a month for an exclusive weekly podcast + access to the OHM discord here. ONE HEAT MINUTE PRODUCTIONS WEBSITE: ONEH…

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GUIDE FOR THE FILM FANATIC: “The Dead Zone” with Violet Lucca 53:27

2M ago53:27

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Violet Lucca, film critic and author of the new, essential book David Cronenberg: Clinical Trials, joins us to talk about one of Mr. Cronenberg’s early hits, The Dead Zone. Hear us revel in the pleasures of Walken and the various ways critics found to deem the film “tasteful” and “restrained,” and marvel at the silliness of an insane amoral strongm…

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The Far Edges of the Known World with Owen Rees 1:00:07

2M ago1:00:07

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We are super excited for this conversation. Owen Rees is the founder of the website badancient.com and we’ve been lucky enough to write a couple of articles over there on some misconceptions about the ancient Romans. So when we heard that Owen had a book coming out, we absolutely wanted to have a chat. Special Episode – The Far Edges of the Known W…

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SPIT w/David Wenham and Jonathan Teplitzky 26:28

2M ago26:28

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To celebrate the release of SPIT, a new Australian crime comedy, I talked with star David Wenham and director Jonathan Teplitzky about the first time they read GETTIN' SQUARE, their attraction to the familiarity of the character, de ja vu making SPIT, and a cheeky PUBLIC ENEMIES story for good measure. Synopsis: Ex-con Johnny Spiteri returns to Aus…

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ROMIN: Dumb Ronin w/ Katie Walsh 22:47

2M ago22:47

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Join host Blake Howard and a handpicked team of film experts as they dissect John Frankenheimer’s RONIN (1998). Over 12 episodes, they'll explore the mysteries of the briefcase MacGuffin, praise co-writer David Mamet’s tough, balletic dialogue, and break down the film’s iconic action and chase sequences. Tune in because, as Sam says, 'Whenever ther…

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GUIDE FOR THE FILM FANATIC: “I Walked with a Zombie” with Danny Peary 59:49

2M ago59:49

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Our dream guest, the beloved film historian and author of the book that inspired our show, joins us to discuss the 1943 horror classic directed by Jacques Tourneur and produced by Val Lewton — as well as his very personal reason for selecting it, among the 1600+ movies in “Guide,” for our deep dive. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/o…

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The Fall of Veii: Part I 58:30

2M ago58:30

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396 BCE is finally here! Rome and Veii have been locked in a competition for space and resources for quite some time and it seems like the tide is about to turn. The year 396 BCE is perhaps one of the most significant years for Rome’s history in the early republic. Given the events at play, this episode is considering how the year begins and it mig…

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Special Episode: Ancient war stories and their real-world ramifications with Dr Alice König 1:05:36

3M ago1:05:36

1:05:36

To launch series 4 of Two Friends Talk History, I was very fortunate to interview Dr Alice König, host of the Visualising War and Peace Podcast, for this special crossover episode. Alice has recently co-edited a new book with Nicolas Wiater, on ancient conflict narratives, called Visualising War across the Ancient Mediterranean: Interplay between C…

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GUIDE FOR THE FILM FANATIC: “Rashomon” with Scott Derrickson 1:07:17

3M ago1:07:17

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You may know Scott Derrickson as one of the best genre directors around, thanks to “The Black Phone,” “Doctor Strange,” and “Sinister”; what you might not know is that he’s a literal Akira Kurosawa scholar. So this week, he joins us to discuss one of the master’s most influential films, “Rashomon” — as well as Scott’s new movie “The Gorge,” which i…

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TOO MANY MINUTES: “GIMME SHELTER" 37:16

3M ago37:16

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In the sixth episode, host Blake Howard talks about the incredible supporting cast in SNEAKERS especially the poet laureate of character actors - Stephen Tobolowsky: Author, screenwriter and podcaster - Lee Zachariah Actor, writer, host and filmmaker - Rob Belushi Actor, director, musician and radio host - Chris Candy Star of SNEAKERS - Stephen Tob…

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Special Episode - Gladiator II with Dr Lindsay Steenberg 1:16:47

3M ago1:16:47

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WARNING! This post and episode both contain spoilers! In case you somehow missed it, the hotly anticipated sequel to Gladiator (2000) hit the cinemas in November 2024. Gladiator II follows the story of Lucius Verus, the child of Lucilla and the hero from the first film, Maximus. Nope, we did not know that was a thing either. Poster for Gladiator II…

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IMPRINT COMPANION: Film Focus: Marlon Brando – Volume Two (1969 – 1989) + Blaxploitation (1972 – 1973) 50:31

3M ago50:31

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Hang onto your slipcases because Alexei Toliopoulos (Finding Drago, The Last Video Store) and Blake Howard (One Heat Minute Productions) team up to unbox, unpack and unveil upcoming IMPRINT FILMS physical media releases. In this episode, we discuss: Film Focus: Marlon Brando – Volume Two (1969 – 1989): Last Tango in Paris and Missouri Breaks Blaxpl…

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CRITERION SESSIONS: Winchester '73 w/ Scout Tafoya 27:22

3M ago27:22

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Hang onto your slipcases because Blake Howard (One Heat Minute Productions) and special guest Scout Tafoya (author of The Black Book: An Anthony Mann Reader) collaborate to dissect CRITERION COLLECTION physical media releases. Winchester '73 Noirish shadows spread across the frontier in this landmark western, the first of the celebrated collaborati…

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BONUS: ONE HEAT MINUTE W/ JEAN-BAPTISTE THORET 1:05:00

3M ago1:05:00

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In this special bonus episode of ONE HEAT MINUTE, I talk to another faithful Michael Mann acolyte, author of MICHAEL MANN: A CONTEMPORARY RETROSPECTIVE, Jean-Baptise Thoret, about his curation of incredible insights. About Jean-Baptiste Thoret Jean-Baptiste Thoret is a French director, historian and film critic born in 1969, a specialist in America…

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IMPRINT COMPANION: Film Focus: Burt Reynolds (1973 – 1976) 27:28

3M ago27:28

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Hang onto your slipcases because Blake Howard (One Heat Minute Productions) and special guest Travis Woods (Bright Wall / Dark Room) team up to unbox, unpack and unveil upcoming IMPRINT FILMS physical media releases. In this episode, we discuss: Film Focus: Burt Reynolds (1973 – 1976) – Imprint Collection #374 – 376 Quintessential leading man Burt …

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GUIDE FOR THE FILM FANATIC: “The Godfather Part II” with Roxana Hadadi 1:01:27

3M ago1:01:27

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On the first episode of our film-by-film rundown of Danny Peary’s beloved 1986 movie guide, we are joined by Vulture TV critic and longtime friend Roxana Hadadi, who explains her personal, familial connection to Francis Ford Coppola’s 1974 Oscar-winner, and joins in a spirited discussion of the picture’s virtues, flaws, and reputation. Roxana Hadad…

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THE DECADE PROJECT: A MOST WANTED MAN (2014) w/Liam Billingham 1:04:59

3M ago1:04:59

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The Decade Project is an ongoing One Heat Minute Productions Patreon exclusive podcast looking back at the films released ten years ago to reflect on what continues to resonate and what’s ripe for rediscovery. The second year being released on the main podcast feed is the films of 2014. To hear a fantastic chorus of guests and I unpack the films of…

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Special Episode - Enemy of My Dreams with Jenny Williamson 56:52

3M ago56:52

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We were titillated to speak to the scintillating Jenny Freaking Williamson. Jenny is one of the co-hosts of Ancient History Fangirl, which we like to consider part of the unofficial but highly exclusive #ladypodsquad. Jenny and Genn have been on our show before to discuss their fabulous book, Women and Myth, which was released in 2023. However, tod…

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THE DECADE PROJECT: THE GAMBLER (2014) w/Dan Mecca 58:30

3M ago58:30

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The Decade Project is an ongoing One Heat Minute Productions Patreon exclusive podcast looking back at the films released ten years ago to reflect on what continues to resonate and what’s ripe for rediscovery. The second year being released on the main podcast feed is the films of 2014. To hear a fantastic chorus of guests and I unpack the films of…

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THE DECADE PROJECT: GONE GIRL (2014) w/ Courtney Howard 1:10:56

3M ago1:10:56

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The Decade Project is an ongoing One Heat Minute Productions Patreon exclusive podcast looking back at the films released ten years ago to reflect on what continues to resonate and what’s ripe for rediscovery. The second year being released on the main podcast feed is the films of 2014. To hear a fantastic chorus of guests and I unpack the films of…

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THE DECADE PROJECT: Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit (2014) w/ Conor O'Donnell 1:05:29

4M ago1:05:29

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The Decade Project is an ongoing One Heat Minute Productions Patreon exclusive podcast looking back at the films released ten years ago to reflect on what continues to resonate and what’s ripe for rediscovery. The second year being released on the main podcast feed is the films of 2014. To hear a fantastic chorus of guests and I unpack the films of…

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THE DECADE PROJECT: DAWN OF THE PLANET OF THE APES (2014) w/ Roxana Hadadi 57:05

4M ago57:05

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The Decade Project is an ongoing One Heat Minute Productions Patreon exclusive podcast looking back at the films released ten years ago to reflect on what continues to resonate and what’s ripe for rediscovery. The second year being released on the main podcast feed is the films of 2014. To hear a fantastic chorus of guests and I unpack the films of…

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THE DECADE PROJECT: JOHN WICK (2014) w/Kris Tapley 37:10

4M ago37:10

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In the latest episode, I catch up with the host of the 50MPH podcast Kris Tapley about the birth of the action franchise of the last decade, JOHN WICK. Kris Tapley has covered the film and television industry for two decades, with bylines at Variety, The New York Times, Empire, Vanity Fair, Netflix Queue, HitFix and The Times of London. He was form…

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THE DECADE PROJECT: A MOST VIOLENT YEAR (2014) w/Mitchell Beaupre 59:33

4M ago59:33

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In the latest episode, I catch up with the Managing Editor at Letterboxd, physical media 'thirst-trapper' and all-round incredible film mind, Mitchell Beaupre, to talk about the peak for Oscar Isaac and director J.C Chandor - A MOST VIOLENT YEAR. Mitchell Beaupre Managing Editor at @letterboxd l also at @TheFilmStage @PasteMagazine @ThePlaylistNews…

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