Best JackedUpReviewShow Podcasts (2025)

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A Brief History of the Alan Smithee Alias Used by Movie Directors 20:13

19h ago20:13

20:13

You heard that right. Strap in for an amusing yet to-the-point tribute to the ultimate name you don't want your film to be credited with: Alan Smithee. What are some good movies that just so happen to share this "stage name"? Where does the line begin to blur between simply disagreeing with the studio and totally disowning one's own work? All that …

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3 Classic Documentary Series Tribute: Biography, Behind the Music & E! True Hollywood Story (with JJ, Tom, Gil, Mike & Oreo!) 1:23:11

1d ago1:23:11

1:23:11

We give you the ultimate tribute to three key TV documentary shows that changed the genre for the better: Biography, Behind the Music & E! True Hollywood Story. TALKING POINTS: *We mention precursors to this like You Are There & Against the Odds *We also keep joking about Robert Blake because he represents everything bad in this world *And as usual…

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Unbroken 1 & 2 Biopic Movies Review 17:50

2d ago17:50

17:50

For our Documentary themed week, I get to illustrate the life of real-life Olympian-turned-WWII P.O.W. "Louie" Zamperini as seen in the film UNBROKEN and its religious sequel. Why does this inspire all kinds of hope in a well-worn genre? SONG USED: "Clash Defiant" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.…

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Lawrence of Arabia Movies Double Feature (with Gil Palmer & Mike Ensing) 1:27:20

5d ago1:27:20

1:27:20

Mike, Gil & Cam head into the Wadi Rum desert as they note some less discussed trivia on Lawrence of Arabia and its PBS made sequel. TALKING POINTS: *After detailing the production, both Mike & Gil note what separates this movie from most movie epics of both the past and present. *We highlight the best quotes and metaphors in detail. *We also talk …

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Prank Calling Comedy Duo THE JERKY BOYS Retrospect (with James, Gil & Mike) 53:12

6d ago53:12

53:12

Gil, James & Cam get to bring up some amusing trivia, memories & note some hysterical skits from the ultimate '90s prank calling duo THE JERKY BOYS. We also get to educate Mike on it as he never encountered this mayhem!By JackedUpReviewShow

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Lou Diamond Phillips' Educational Crowdpleaser Films Double Feature: Stand & Deliver and In a Class of His Own 30:31

7d ago30:31

30:31

We present to you two real-life story adapted movies dealing with the educational system in this half-hour sitdown: *Should every student watch this to get inspiration on passing their SATs? *A-aron also does a spot-on impression of Edward James Olmos & Cliff notes some other backstory on the film and some riveting personal experiences while Cam no…

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Hellraiser Movie Villains Special 15:59

8d ago15:59

15:59

During one of our other conversations, it involved a fun retrospect on the villains and deceitful characters of the HELLRAISER franchise so enjoy this 16 minute chat! Guests on the Episode: *Ken Sledge (Sledgehammer Horror- who's folks used to own a local videostore rental place called Downtown Video) *Nick Sheist (Bad Movies We Luv) *Mondo (I Luv …

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Indiana Jones Videogames Retrospect Minisode 12:29

9d ago12:29

12:29

We start off a themed week for Adaptations and Tie-In Media with an amusing minisode on Indiana Jones videogames. What would you do if you were an archeologist with deadly fists, a signature hat and a whip? OUR GUESTS: Elliott Serrano & Thomas Juettner (from Top Men: An Indiana Jones Podcast): ⁠⁠https://radiomisfits.com/podcasts/caffeinated-comics/…

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Political Impressions and Cruising: The Musical! 21:43

12d ago21:43

21:43

We are all overdue to share some amusing celebrity impressions so witness the shitshow where Cam, Mike & James all go ballistic with their many celeb and politician impressions. They include: Bill Clinton, Al Gore, Hugh Hefner, Richard Nixon, Liam Neeson, Norm McDonald & Al Pacino! We then (unexpectedly) conclude with an impression of Allan Sherman…

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Charles Bronson's Family of Cops TV Movie Trilogy 14:11

13d ago14:11

14:11

I get to do a short yet sweet overview on Charles Bronson's Family of Cops telefilm trilogy. What make these comfy mysteries stand out from other TV movies? Does Charlie and the cast of character actors get to play one badass family? And were these a decent swan song for Bronson's career or did it leave much to be desired? MUSIC USED: "Babylon" by …

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Tommy Wiseau's Movie Legacy: The Room & Best Friends Vol.s 1 and 2 (with Mike Ensing, Gil Palmer & Tom Lindaman) 1:28:54

14d ago1:28:54

1:28:54

Mike, Tom, Gil & I revisit more of infamous "filmmaker" Tommy Wiseau's various fascinatingly bad movie adventures: *What less-discussed trivia about THE ROOM truly sums up its continual behind the scenes issues? *What famous comedian appears in the ambitious yet still divisive Best F(r)iends movies? *What easter eggs and bizarre style choices have …

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Music Subgenres Reclassifications (with Podcaster & Author Libby Cudmore) 31:24

15d ago31:24

31:24

Libby Cudmore rejoins for another half-hour pop culture deep dive: We get to note how Music Subgenres need more labels and ways to classify the type of material they cover. If they can use loose labels like Yacht Rock, then why not Douche Rock? Given how much music is tongue-in-cheek or campy, wouldn't you want to make a playlist just based on that…

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The Transporter Films & TV Franchise Overview (with Darren Gaskell) 17:46

16d ago17:46

17:46

We schedule another deep cut themed week titled No Holds Barred: Darren Gaskell (HD Movie Podacst) rejoins and helps do a mini-outline of The Transporter movie/TV franchise. Was this essentially the movie version of the whole GTA formula of delivering packages and getting to checkpoints in time while outrunning the police and rival criminal affilia…

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Favorite Stargate SG-1 Saga Moments, Battles & Running Gags 1:21:02

19d ago1:21:02

1:21:02

We do give you the ultimate tribute to the battles, characters, running gags & favorite characters in the STARGATE SG-1 saga. TALKING POINTS: *Discussing how non-space opera fans adore these shows *Joking about the infamous episodes & awesome Canadian scenery *And amusing convention stories & movies the actors have been in together! GUESTS INCLUDE:…

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Netflix's ANOTHER LIFE Review Minisode 14:27

20d ago14:27

14:27

I provide a brief overview on the two-season Netflix escapade ANOTHER LIFE. Why did this often feel like one rad yet intense mash-up of DEAD CALM meets ALIENS meets ARRIVAL? Why did the science, cast, music & atmosphere complement one unpredictable premise? Why was it (wrongfully) bashed by some viewer? Is Katee Sackhoff still the undisputed Queen …

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Galaxy Quest Comic Books & Legacy Retrospect (with Todd Simpson!) 56:32

21d ago56:32

56:32

Superfan Todd Simpson joins to highlight the legacy of the beloved spoof-tribute film GALAXY QUEST while Cam gets to summarize the two comic book tie-ins that followed. Was that Amazon TV show follow-up history after one of the beloved actors passed away? Why do non-genre fans love quoting this movie as well? What witty aspects on the script make i…

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Gene Roddenberry's Andromeda & Earth: Final Conflict Retrospect (with Oreo Brewer) 55:19

22d ago55:19

55:19

Oreo Brewer returns to highlight the themes, appeal & genre highlights in the Gene Roddenberry inspired productions ANDROMEDA and EARTH: FINAL CONFLICT. Which one of these dated better and which one is just trashy camp by today's standards? Aside from trivia on the Canadian productions, TV channels that carried them and other roles from the actors,…

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Indie Space Web Series NOBILITY & SPACE COMMAND Review 25:49

23d ago25:49

25:49

We start another week of Space Opera themed reviews for this week: First on the docket is the three-hour NOBILITY show. Despite it having a who's who of genre actors, does it mockumentary comedy blend well with whatever the hell bizarre tone it's trying to capture? Then, I sum up the infamous SPACE COMMAND web series. Despite again having some pass…

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Oliver Stone's groundbreaking yet questionable films (with Robert Cohen) 27:05

26d ago27:05

27:05

We end the week on yet another Filmmaker retrospect and documentary specialist Robert Cohen gets to share thoughts on Oliver Stone's overall career. TOPICS INCLUDE: *Who would've guessed he'd be the go-to guy for awhile at assembling moody biopics, business satires and war dramas? *Has he given up moviemaking to now focus on just doing interviews? …

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Karl Urban Revenge Movies Double Feature: Acts of Vengeance (2017) & Bent (2018) (with Jay Skipworth) 57:58

27d ago57:58

57:58

To continue the Cop Movie weekly theme, I summarize two Karl Urban procedural films: ACTS OF VENGEANCE (2017) and BENT (2018). What did Jay Skipworth (Film Strip Podcast) think about these kinds of mid-budget Action flicks for today's audiences? Why is Karl Urban not a bigger star despite being in so many franchises and proving himself as a star? A…

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Robocop Saga Retrospect (with Gil Palmer & Tom Lindaman) 1:27:22

28d ago1:27:22

1:27:22

To continue the cop movie themed week, Tom, Gil & I highlight the ROBOCOP trilogy, both TV shows & its remake. We also go more into the overall focus on the characters' journeys and villainous OCP corporation while mentioning the Robodoc documentary. TALKING POINTS INCLUDE: *How do the movies & comic book plots basically mix a Batman type city with…

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Arrests Week: Music Producer and Film Composter Harold Faltermeyer special (with Jon Mark) 20:11

29d ago20:11

20:11

Jon Mark & I highlight movie composter Harold Faltermeyer 's immortalized '80s movie themes, show clips of his interview and highlight some trivia about his recognizable material. CLIPS FROM: Movie Geeks United Podcast MUSIC USED: "El Magica" by Kevin MacLeod. Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/li…

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Favorite Moments on the TV Show LUTHER (with Oreo Brewer!) 1:48:28

1M ago1:48:28

1:48:28

Oreo Brewer returns again to discuss the plot twists, London setting & cat-and-mouse action that makes the show LUTHER stand out from all the other competition. Is this easily Idris Elba's best role to date? Why was the recent movie a pretty badass comeback? And will we ever see the dangerous Alice Morgan return to the saga? Get your cuffs and prep…

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3 Colours Trilogy (with The Sociologist’s Dojo’s Brian Brutlag!) 1:31:50

1M ago1:31:50

1:31:50

We finish the week with an electrifying tribute to Krzysztof Kieślowski's Three Colours trilogy. Why are Blue and Red often the most popular entries? Why is White a little divisive on rewatches? And why are these honestly some of the most overall agreeable art-house cinema for purists? Follow The Sociologist’s Dojo’s Brian Brutlag: ⁠https://www.ama…

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28 Days & Weeks Later Minisode (with Jeff Kerr) 36:32

1M ago36:32

36:32

Jeff Kerr returns and we harp on the rage-zombie universe in this double feature of 28 DAYS LATER and 28 WEEKS LATER. Will the world ever eventually settle on Romero type zombie dramas or are we going to keep getting RESIDENT EVIL style apocalyptic material? Is Alex Garland tied with Christopher Nolan and M. Night Shyamalan in terms of the infamous…

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Sitcoms Tribute Double Bill: Fresh Prince of Bel-Air & Living Single (with the Podcast Fresh Network Duo's Ryan Melo & Chris Torres) 2:24:10

1M ago2:24:10

2:24:10

The Podcast Fresh Network Duo (Ryan Melo & Chris Torres) join me in a Sitcoms Tribute Double Bill: The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air & Living Single. Which sitcom was probably more grounded in its reality and which one took more liberties? Which running gags and guest stars on both were rather hysterical? And where is either one streaming nowadays?…

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A Minisode Review of Netflix's Fear Street Trilogy 12:51

1M ago12:51

12:51

Enjoy another uncanny pick for this Entertainment themed week: Just in time for the newest installment, Cam gets to summarize the ambitious yet rather problematic FEAR STREET trilogy by Netflix. Do these screenwriters have some ambitious ideas that Hollywood could seriously use right about now? Which installment was by far rather decent and which o…

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An R-Rated Muppet Chat 1:00:18

1M ago1:00:18

1:00:18

You heard it from us here folks: we're doing an R-rated compilation episode about The Muppets. In this re-edit, you'll get an hour's worth of more to-the-point discussion on: *Pete tells a whacky Disneyland story about the live Muppet shows from 1992 *Are Yoda & the Ninja Turtles part of the Muppet family? *And more blue comedy level questions that…

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Shark Week 2025: The Meg 1 & 2 Review 18:28

1M ago18:28

18:28

We wrap up Shark Week with a double feature of THE MEG films. Are these sone of the few PG-13 films that all crowds can enjoy without feeling like the gory mayhem is censored? Which is our favorite character in this stacked cast? Who knew you could combine dinosaurs with sharks in one crazy big-budget movie? Why did Part 2 get a Zero percent critic…

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Shark Week 2025: Open Water Trilogy Review 21:27

1M ago21:27

21:27

Darren & I dive into another recent franchise that goes in so many different directions: OPEN WATER. Why was the first one a sleeper found-footage hit for 2003? Why is the 2nd one a surprisingly emotional character-based thriller? And was the 3rd one wise to go the 47 METERS DOWN route or was that annoyingly derivative? Come examine film styles wit…

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Shark Week 2025: Shark Attack Movie Trilogy Review 13:27

1M ago13:27

13:27

SHARK ATTACK, another infamous shark movie franchise gets reinspected. Are Casper Van Dien & Ernie Hudson both still in STARSHIP TROOPERS and CONGO mode? Why is the 2nd one so unengaging? And why is the third film's infamous line one of the most memorable bad movie moments of all time? Come surf with us while avoiding the unconvincing shark puppets…

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Shark Week 2025: Deep Blue Sea Trilogy (with Darren Gaskell) 23:25

1M ago23:25

23:25

Darren is back and we dive head-first into the DEEP BLUE SEA trilogy while trying to avoid becoming prey to the inevitable bad movie cliches. Do the ILM visual effects for the original film still hold up or are they as dated as the JURASSIC PARK knock-off plot? Why does the second one drown in its own blood? Why does the third film have way more to…

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Shark Week 2025: The Reef 1 & 2 Review (with Darren Gaskell) 22:39

1M ago22:39

22:39

Darren Gaskell (The HD Movie Podcast) returns to talk about everyone's favorite real-life monsters for this whole week. First on the docket of shark movie franchises to cover are THE REEF 1 & 2. Are these Australian productions more successful than most creature features from other countries generally are or do they "fall victim" to the same cliche…

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Jet Li Franchises Double Bill: The Legend (Fong Sai-Yuk) and Tai-Chi 9:05

2M ago9:05

9:05

Corey & Fred close out Jet Li July with a focus on two more of the legend's franchises: THE LEGEND and THE TAI-CHI MASTER. TOPICS INCLUDE: *Which entry has Jet Li only in the first part? *Does Michelle Yeoh steal the show (like always)? *Is Fong Sai Yuk one of Jet's better roles or just passable? *And which one had a horrendously unnecessary sequel…

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Favorite Moments in The Expendables Franchise 19:33

2M ago19:33

19:33

We bring up our favorite running gags, fight scenes & stupidly awesome moments in THE EXPENDABLES saga. Which team member didn't get enough screentime? Which one-timer should've been back for seconds? And which one always got the best one-liners? Get to the choppa & unleash some testosterone in this cheesy saga retrospect! GUESTS INCLUDE: Jonathan …

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Black Mask 1 & 2: HK Franchise Movie Review (with Corey Danna & Fred Andersson) 16:41

2M ago16:41

16:41

Corey & Fred return to highlight BLACK MASK, which is easily the most underrated Hong Kong Superhero saga. TOPICS INCLUDE: *How this concept is essentially X-Men type mutants facing off against each other with Jet Li playing a Green Hornet costumed Batman utilizing stealthy martial arts and you have yourself an ambitious yet far from fully-develope…

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Jet Li Double Feature: Fist of Legend & Fearless 13:54

2M ago13:54

13:54

Corey Danna & Fred Andersson (Schmollywood Babylon) rejoin for another entry for the Week of Jet Li July! We chronicle the Huo Yuanjia biopic FEARLESS and FIST OF LEGEND, the film about Huo's fictional protege Chen Zhen. Why is the fight choreography so dynamic? Why are these easily in Li's Top Ten Roles of All Time? And how do both films provide s…

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Once Upon a Time in China Saga Retrospect (with Corey Danna & Fred Andersson) 13:57

2M ago13:57

13:57

Movie Fan/Author Corey Danna & Instagrammer Fred Andersson (Schmollywood Babylon) join me in this quick overview on the ONCE UPON A TIME IN CHINA franchise starring Jet Li as folk hero Wong Fei Hung. TOPICS INCLUDE: *The scoop on the Eureka, Tai Seng & Sony DVD/Blu Ray special features *How is this village different from the other Jet Li franchise …

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Our Top 120 Martial Artists & Stunt Performers (with Filmmaker Michael Baez) 1:46:38

2M ago1:46:38

1:46:38

Filmmaker, Yoga Trainer & Martial Artist Michael Baez gets interviewed on his movie DE LA CRUZ. Then we get to list off and approve together a master list of the Top 120 Martial Artists/Stunt Performers of All Time! Side Interview Topics Include: *Michael Baez talks learning about Andrew Tanner & Jerry Fontanez *He recommends the book The 4 Agreeme…

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Favorite Indiana Jones Saga Moments Minisode 12:33

2M ago12:33

12:33

In this brief overview, we and the guests sum up our favorite INDIANA JONES moments from the whole saga. What are some amusing bloopers that made the cut? Which segments do you not notice until you've reseen it a bunch? And what line always gets quoted verbatim by movie geeks? Watch out for snakes and catch a plane with us! OUR GUESTS: Elliott Serr…

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A Look Back at Radio Channel Norms 8:21

2M ago8:21

8:21

In this quick minisode, we discuss the evolution of Radio and how what was normal then isn't so normal nowadays. We also briefly joke about Howard Sterns evolution, Don Imus' (generally) offensive nature, satellite evolution & CBS Radio Mystery Hour still holding up among other semi-recent news.By JackedUpReviewShow

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Tribute to Actor-Activist-Filmmaker Forest Whitaker (with Oreo Brewer) 47:16

2M ago47:16

47:16

Oreo rejoins me to discuss the incredible actor/activist/filmmaker Forest Whitaker, his list off his many accomplishments & why he finds a legion of fans with his scene-stealing roles every era. TOPICS INCLUDE: *universities he's overseen progress on *his activism efforts *some incredible TV roles he's perfected *why his voice is instantly recogniz…

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DMX & Joel Silver's Rap-and-Kung Fu Movie Trilogy Review 10:52

2M ago10:52

10:52

Caomh McGillion rejoins our show to discuss the DMX & Joel Silver's Rap-and-Kung Fu Themed Movie Trilogy: *Despite this not being an era Jet Li personally cares for, which of these is often beloved by his fans? *Does DMX outshine everyone (including Tom Arnold) in each installment? *Which is the most absurd(est) Steven Seagal moment? *Why does this…

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No-Budget Filmmaking Disasters Ep10 (with Everything is a Primary Source Podcast) 8:03

2M ago8:03

8:03

To conclude this amusing series of movie related games, we have Everything Is A Primary Source Podcast on to finish up the amusing producer fixing process: *If you're creating a workplace sitcom, how do you keep the jokes witty? *How do you the keep the subplots from derailing the main story? *And how do you get the programmers to keep the release …

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No-Budget Filmmaking Disasters Ep9: Johnny Potoky 23:12

2M ago23:12

23:12

Author & Podcaster Johnny Potoky (Attack of the B-Movies) gets to participate in our movie game: *If you're making a Horror anthology show, how do you make it be successful as a web series in today's world? *How do you get rid of a writer's lawsuit? *How do you fix the production after the trailer is released with unfinished effects? *How do you ha…

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No-Budget Filmmaking Disasters Ep8: Elvery Tren Peters 38:43

2M ago38:43

38:43

In this episode of No-Budget Filmmaking Disasters, I invite back my filmmaking pal Elvery Tren Peters for another amusing lowdown discussion. If you're fixing a High School comedy film, how do you recast the main actor without causing a scene? How do you make the jokes work when the actors are saying the lines poorly & the cameraman keeps laughing?…

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No-Budget Filmmaking Disasters Ep7 (with the cast & crew of JURY OF HER PEERS) 1:32:58

2M ago1:32:58

1:32:58

We have back on the cast of the indie legal film JURY OF HER PEERS on and we have them play our movie-fixing game: How do you work with actors who don't understand the genre? How do you get the show done when the network it's on has other plans? How dod you get the show shot on time when the props are coming in late, expensive visual effects & acto…

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No-Budget Filmmaking Disasters Ep6: Mack Lambert & Oreo Brewer 9:22

2M ago9:22

9:22

No-Budget Filmmaking Disasters returns for another week: In Episode 6, Mack Lambert & Oreo Brewer both help save a mindblowing indie mystery flick. Can they maintain the ambiguity without arguing about the actual premise? Can they blend various genres together without oversaturating it all? Can they get the director & writer to behave while they re…

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Social Media and Politics (and more!) (with Reena Watts & Oreo Brewer) 32:21

2M ago32:21

32:21

You get yet another amusing sit-down to listen to for half an hour: Podcast Host Reena Friedman Watts & Poet Oreo Brewer return and in this part of our many sit-downs, we decided to dedicate a section on the combined disruptive nature of Social Media and Politics. What other combos can you think of being just as lethal? Is there any internet poll t…

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Disowned DC Comics Movies & Movie Trailer Trends That Must Stop Minisode 7:30

2M ago7:30

7:30

Since this was a Headlines themed week, we decided the penultimate episode could be a hysterical look back at the latest Movie Trailer trends (and why this kind of marketing must stop). Along the way in this minisode, you'll get to see hear some amusing DC Comics movie first impressions, other mismarketed misfires and other amusing word-of-mouth th…

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