Best Monkey Cage Podcasts (2025)

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My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 549: Steel Cage Matches 55:34

8d ago55:34

55:34

Steel cage matches have been a staple in pro wrestling for as long as I can remember. This week, we look at the recent cage match between Drew McIntyre and Damien Priest and address some criticism from WWE Hall of Famer Jesse ‘The Body’ Ventura. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Inst…

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S15 Ep803: Rambo: First Blood Part II 1:53:55

6h ago1:53:55

1:53:55

“He’s the walking dead!” - Eric on contemporary Sly’s look On this week’s episode, the Summer Blockbuster Extravaganza launches into month two by celebrating the Totally Cool Awesome 80s! First up, we’re talking about the stupidly-titled Rambo: First Blood Part II! How funny is it that this movie pulls a complete 180 on the philosophy of the first …

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My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 550: Is MITB Still Worth It? 39:42

1d ago39:42

39:42

Money In The Bank has been around for 20 years. All these matches later, does the concept still hold up? Chad Smart and I discuss it more on this week’s podcast. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (@my123cents). Join the Facebook Group and have some fun! You can…

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My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 550: Is MITB Still Worth It? 39:42

1d ago39:42

39:42

Money In The Bank has been around for 20 years. All these matches later, does the concept still hold up? Chad Smart and I discuss it more on this week’s podcast. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (@my123cents). Join the Facebook Group and have some fun! You can…

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304: Kingpin (with The Rolling Stallones!) 1:47:25

4d ago1:47:25

1:47:25

In this Episode: Our Heroes and special guests The Rolling Stallones discuss the 90's Farrelly Brothers classic: Kingpin! This one is from a bygone era snf id onr of the best performances of Woody Harrelson's career. Not to be missed and worthy of a revisit. Tune in for the chat! Follow Us: Our Website Twitter Instagram Facebook Items discussed (li…

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Hello to Jason Isaacs! In The Salt Path 1:13:36

5d ago1:13:36

1:13:36

Vanguardistas have more fun—so if you don’t already subscribe to the podcast, join the Vanguard today via Apple Podcasts or extratakes.com for non-fruit-related devices. In return you’ll get a whole extra Take 2 alongside Take 1 every week, with bonus reviews, more viewing recommendations from the Good Doctors and whole bonus episodes just for you.…

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S15 Ep802: Mission: Impossible III (with Ben Worcester) 1:56:00

7d ago1:56:00

1:56:00

“He’s at the height of his Lost powers here” - Ben on J.J. Abrams On this week’s episode, we welcome Ben Worcester onto the Summer Blockbuster Extravaganza to chat about the super-fun action sequel, Mission: Impossible III! How great is this engagement party scene with Ethan working the room? Has there been a better M:I villain than the late, great…

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My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 549: Steel Cage Matches 55:34

8d ago55:34

55:34

Steel cage matches have been a staple in pro wrestling for as long as I can remember. This week, we look at the recent cage match between Drew McIntyre and Damien Priest and address some criticism from WWE Hall of Famer Jesse ‘The Body’ Ventura. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Inst…

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303: Every Which Way But Loose (Monkey boxing?!) 1:13:52

11d ago1:13:52

1:13:52

In this Episode: Our Heroes discuss Clint Eastwood monkey boxing movie Every Which Way But Loose..? This one was... a movie! it's weird and weird. It's worth a rewatch just for the shenanigans. Tune in! Follow Us: Our Website Twitter Instagram Facebook Items discussed (links to more info): Note - if the below links don’t work in your podcast player…

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Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning with Chris McQuarrie 1:12:04

12d ago1:12:04

1:12:04

Vanguardistas have more fun—so if you don’t already subscribe to the podcast, join the Vanguard today via Apple Podcasts or extratakes.com for non-fruit-related devices. In return you’ll get a whole extra Take 2 alongside Take 1 every week, with bonus reviews, more viewing recommendations from the Good Doctors and whole bonus episodes just for you.…

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S15: On-Screen Live 5.19.25: Our Reviews of Sinners, Thunderbolts*, Friendship & Final Destination: Bloodlines! 1:02:24

13d ago1:02:24

1:02:24

On this edition of On-Screen Live, we're playing catch-up as we review a bunch of stuff we've seen over the last few weeks since being off the air, including: Ryan Coogler's Mississippi-set vampire opus Sinners, Jake Schreier's solid MCU entry Thunderbolts*, Andrew DeYoung's outrageous Tim Robinson comedy Friendship, and Zach Lipovsky & Adam B. Ste…

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S15 Ep801: Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith 2:10:15

14d ago2:10:15

2:10:15

“Hold on to your hats, folks, Chris Cabin likes this movie!” - Eric On this week’s episode, we’re going back to The Prequels on the Summer Blockbuster Extravaganza to do a proper episode on Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith! How great is that Count Dooku exit at the beginning? How catty are all the sarcastic Battle Droids? Does this movi…

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My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 548: Why Do You Watch Wrestling? 53:37

15d ago53:37

53:37

Chad and I’ve been watching pro wrestling for almost 90 years. Today, we explore the age-old question of why. While we’re at it, we want to know why you watch. Leave a comment and you could win a prize! Please leave a review and send me a screenshot! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (@my123cents). Join the …

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My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 548: Why Do You Watch Wrestling? 53:37

15d ago53:37

53:37

Chad and I’ve been watching pro wrestling for almost 90 years. Today, we explore the age-old question of why. While we’re at it, we want to know why you watch. Leave a comment and you could win a prize! Please leave a review and send me a screenshot! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (@my123cents). Join the …

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302: Saving Private Ryan 1:59:28

18d ago1:59:28

1:59:28

In this Episode: Our Heroes discuss the classic Saving Private Ryan. This one is soooo worth a rewatch. It holds up beautifully. Tune in for a twofer about this gritty WWII masterpiece. Follow Us: Our Website Twitter Instagram Facebook Items discussed (links to more info): Note - if the below links don’t work in your podcast player please visit the…

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The Last of Us with Craig Mazin 1:12:29

19d ago1:12:29

1:12:29

Vanguardistas have more fun—so if you don’t already subscribe to the podcast, join the Vanguard today via Apple Podcasts or extratakes.com for non-fruit-related devices. In return you’ll get a whole extra Take 2 alongside Take 1 every week, with bonus reviews, more viewing recommendations from the Good Doctors and whole bonus episodes just for you.…

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S15 Ep800: 8MM - OUR 800TH EPISODE SPECTACULAR! 2:17:09

21d ago2:17:09

2:17:09

“Both [Cage] and George C. Scott [in Hardcore] share the same forehead sweat…” - Andrew On this week’s very special episode, we’re celebrating EPISODE 800 with a very sleaze-tastic conversation on Joel Schumacher’s 8MM! How funny is it the screenwriter got upset that the content was toned down from his more hardcore vision? Was Cage’s Tom Welles in…

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My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 547: Remembering Sabu 29:20

22d ago29:20

29:20

The wrestling world is again mourning, this time, ECW legend Sabu. He passed away over the weekend at the age of 60. Sabu just wrestled his retirement match a few weeks ago. I met the legendary wrestler in 2005 at an IWA: Midsouth show and later watched him wrestle at a WWECW house show in 2006. He will be missed by many around the world. Please le…

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My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 547: Remembering Sabu 29:20

22d ago29:20

29:20

The wrestling world is again mourning, this time, ECW legend Sabu. He passed away over the weekend at the age of 60. Sabu just wrestled his retirement match a few weeks ago. I met the legendary wrestler in 2005 at an IWA: Midsouth show and later watched him wrestle at a WWECW house show in 2006. He will be missed by many around the world. Please le…

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300: Conan the Barbarian (featuring People Soup!) 1:38:43

25d ago1:38:43

1:38:43

In this Episode: Our Heroes discuss the classic musclebound tits and spears flick: Conan the Barbarian. Join us in this 300th episode where we celebrate Arnie and the culinary delight: People Soup... Tune in! Follow Us: Our Website Twitter Instagram Facebook Items discussed (links to more info): Note - if the below links don’t work in your podcast …

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Is Nic Cage still riding the comeback wave in THE SURFER? 1:12:30

26d ago1:12:30

1:12:30

Vanguardistas have more fun—so if you don’t already subscribe to the podcast, join the Vanguard today via Apple Podcasts or extratakes.com for non-fruit-related devices. In return you’ll get a whole extra Take 2 alongside Take 1 every week, with bonus reviews, more viewing recommendations from the Good Doctors and whole bonus episodes just for you.…

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S15 Ep799: Avengers: Age of Ultron 2:20:43

28d ago2:20:43

2:20:43

“Whedon at the line….oh, no, another brick!” - Steve, on the screenplay clunkers On this week’s episode, the 2025 Summer Blockbuster Extravaganza kicks off with a trip to Franchise Town as we discuss the fun, Spader-tastic sequel, Avengers: Age of Ultron! How great is James Spader with this Ultron performance? Are there too many characters in this …

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My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 546: Failing to Succeed 26:23

29d ago26:23

26:23

It’s a non-wrestling episode, and I’m sharing some of my favorite failure stories. Seriously, we shouldn’t only celebrate our successes. I’ve hit many obstacles in my 52 years on this planet and anticipate many more. Embrace. Learn. Move-on. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Instagra…

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My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 546: Failing to Succeed 26:23

29d ago26:23

26:23

It’s a non-wrestling episode, and I’m sharing some of my favorite failure stories. Seriously, we shouldn’t only celebrate our successes. I’ve hit many obstacles in my 52 years on this planet and anticipate many more. Embrace. Learn. Move-on. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Instagra…

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301: Kiss Kiss Bang Bang (Val Kilmer 2ribute RIP) 2:01:56

1M ago2:01:56

2:01:56

In this Episode: Our Heroes discuss the passing of Val Kilmer once again by honoring his most ACTUALLY acclaimed role: Kiss Kiss Bang Bang. THIS one is way better than Baffman... Special guest Nuggety Bob joins us for this geigh (Paris) retrospective. Join us... Follow Us: Our Website Twitter Instagram Facebook Items discussed (links to more info):…

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Another Paul Feig film? Do me a Favor 1:17:06

1M ago1:17:06

1:17:06

Vanguardistas have more fun—so if you don’t already subscribe to the podcast, join the Vanguard today via Apple Podcasts or extratakes.com for non-fruit-related devices. In return you’ll get a whole extra Take 2 alongside Take 1 every week, with bonus reviews, more viewing recommendations from the Good Doctors and whole bonus episodes just for you.…

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S15 Ep798: Mission: Impossible - Fallout (W❤️M, PREVIEW) 10:24

1M ago10:24

10:24

Check out this super-sized preview of our W❤️M episode on Mission: Impossible - Fallout! To hear the whole show, click through to our Patreon and sign up now. Instantly unlock this show, along with hours, upon hours of exclusive shows! “It was like a MacGruber wedding!” - Eric on Ethan’s nightmares On this month’s death-defying We ❤️ Movies episode…

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S15 Ep797: The Craft (with Angelica Jade Bastién) 2:07:11

1M ago2:07:11

2:07:11

“This is just a collection of mediocre covers.” - Chris on the soundtrack On this week’s episode, the gang’s under the spell of the mid-90’s witchcraft cult classic, The Craft, chatting about the flick with long-time friend of the show, Angelica Jade Bastién! Does this movie get better with each viewing? Couldn’t the script have added a little more…

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My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 545: Expectations vs. Reality 1:16:36

1M ago1:16:36

1:16:36

For many wrestling fans, when something doesn’t meet our expectations, we instantly pan the event as ‘the worst ever,’ but really, that’s not fair. Chad and I talk through our expectations and the realities that were attached to WrestleMania 41. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Inst…

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My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 545: Expectations vs. Reality 1:16:36

1M ago1:16:36

1:16:36

For many wrestling fans, when something doesn’t meet our expectations, we instantly pan the event as ‘the worst ever,’ but really, that’s not fair. Chad and I talk through our expectations and the realities that were attached to WrestleMania 41. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Inst…

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David Oyelowo on Government Cheese + Mark’s verdict on The Studio 1:19:38

1M ago1:19:38

1:19:38

Vanguardistas have more fun—so if you don’t already subscribe to the podcast, join the Vanguard today via Apple Podcasts or extratakes.com for non-fruit-related devices. In return you’ll get a whole extra Take 2 alongside Take 1 every week, with bonus reviews, more viewing recommendations from the Good Doctors and whole bonus episodes just for you.…

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S15 Ep796: The Accountant 1:41:38

1M ago1:41:38

1:41:38

“I want real kids fighting each other!” - Chris, on the flashbacks On this week’s episode, we’re chatting about the nowhere-near-as-good-as-its-sequel assassin film, The Accountant. Couldn’t we have done this whole thing without all the flashbacks to them as kids? Did we need the Treasury Department cold on the Accountant’s trail the whole movie? D…

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My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 544: WrestleMania Celebrities 1:03:17

1M ago1:03:17

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***DISCLAIMER*** We recorded this week’s episode before WrestleMania 41. I knew there wouldn’t be time to watch the shows over the weekend, record, edit, and get this podcast out in time. Chad and I are discussing the influence of celebrities on pro wrestling, and specifically at WrestleMania. Who is your favorite celeb and least favorite to appear…

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My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 544: WrestleMania Celebrities 1:03:17

1M ago1:03:17

1:03:17

***DISCLAIMER*** We recorded this week’s episode before WrestleMania 41. I knew there wouldn’t be time to watch the shows over the weekend, record, edit, and get this podcast out in time. Chad and I are discussing the influence of celebrities on pro wrestling, and specifically at WrestleMania. Who is your favorite celeb and least favorite to appear…

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S15: Too Old For This Shit Special Edition - Daredevil: Born Again (EXTENDED PREVIEW) 11:17

2M ago11:17

11:17

Here now is the first 10-ish minutes of our super-sized Too Old For This Shit special episode on Daredevil: Born Again. To access the full show, head over to our Patreon and sign up today. Instantly unlock this full ep and previous TOFTS series on The Penguin and X-Men '97, along with countless hours of exclusive shows and commentary tracks you can…

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299: Batman Forever (Val Kilmer tribute RIP) 1:58:52

2M ago1:58:52

1:58:52

In this Episode: Our Heroes discuss the passing of Val Kilmer by honoring his most acclaimed role: Batman. Jesus this one is way worse than we remember... Special guest Nuggety Bob joins us for this caped retrospective. Join us... Follow Us: Our Website Twitter Instagram Facebook Items discussed (links to more info): Note - if the below links don’t…

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Warfare with Alex Garland & Ray Mendoza 1:13:06

2M ago1:13:06

1:13:06

Vanguardistas have more fun—so if you don’t already subscribe to the podcast, join the Vanguard today via Apple Podcasts or extratakes.com for non-fruit-related devices. In return you’ll get a whole extra Take 2 alongside Take 1 every week, with bonus reviews, more viewing recommendations from the Good Doctors and whole bonus episodes just for you.…

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S15 Ep795: The Conversation (W❤️M) [PREVIEW] 8:17

2M ago8:17

8:17

“Hackman is dressed head-to-toe in Zapruder-wear...” - Steve On this month’s We ❤️ Movies, we’re chatting about Francis Ford Coppola’s 1974 masterpiece, The Conversation! How fantastic, and against type, is Hackman in this movie? How much cocaine was getting blown at that surveillance conference? How amazing is Harrison Ford playing this villainous…

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Now and Ben: Charlie Brooker & Emma Corrin on Black Mirror 16:58

2M ago16:58

16:58

If you’ve managed to watch any of the excellent seventh series of Black Mirror yet, you might have spotted our super sub Ben Bailey Smith popping up there... and just for you he’s collared his fellow dystopians Charlie Brooker and Emma Corrin for a chat about the mind-bending anthology’s latest iteration. Brooker is the writer and creator of the sh…

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S15: On-Screen Live 4.14.25 "The Amateur" Review, Our "Havoc" Trailer Reaction & a Nic Cage Secret Movie™️ 1:03:25

2M ago1:03:25

1:03:25

On this week's OSL, the guys are reviewing the new Rami Malek CIA thriller, The Amateur, reacting to the trailer for Gareth Evans' new flick, Havoc, starring Tom Hardy, and digging up a Nic Cage-starring (sort of) Secret Movie™️, Gunslingers! On-Screen Live airs Mondays at noon/eastern on our YouTube channel! U.K. and European listeners: be sure to…

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S15 Ep794: The Judge 1:55:15

2M ago1:55:15

1:55:15

“This movie takes its time, like an old man getting into a bathtub.” - Eric On this week’s episode, this one’s a long time coming as Chris Cabin gets his wish and we chat about David Dobkin’s The Judge! Was a comedy director right for this project? Was this script right for this project? How great is Vincent D’Onofrio in literally anything, includi…

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My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 543: WrestleMania 41 Buildup 1:13:41

2M ago1:13:41

1:13:41

Has the buildup to WrestleMania 41 lived up to the hype of previous Manias? Chad and I discussed the issue during this week’s episode. We look at several different perspectives, from all the matches to the Hall of Fame and shows in between. Let us know what you think! Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on…

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My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 543: WrestleMania 41 Buildup 1:13:41

2M ago1:13:41

1:13:41

Has the buildup to WrestleMania 41 lived up to the hype of previous Manias? Chad and I discussed the issue during this week’s episode. We look at several different perspectives, from all the matches to the Hall of Fame and shows in between. Let us know what you think! Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on…

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298: Outland (Sean Connery in Space!) 1:29:09

2M ago1:29:09

1:29:09

In this Episode: Our Heroes discuss the totally unexpected Sean Connery space western Outland..! This one is great! Legend has it that it lives in the same universe as the Alien franchise and we think it's true! DO NOT MISS THIS ONE. It's a great showcase of Duckface Connery's skills with outlaws (and lady doctors). Tune in! Follow Us: Our Website …

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Laurence Fishburne & James Hawes on The Amateur 1:08:33

2M ago1:08:33

1:08:33

Vanguardistas have more fun—so if you don’t already subscribe to the podcast, join the Vanguard today via Apple Podcasts or extratakes.com for non-fruit-related devices. In return you’ll get a whole extra Take 2 alongside Take 1 every week, with bonus reviews, more viewing recommendations from the Good Doctors and whole bonus episodes just for you.…

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S15: On-Screen Live 4.7.25 A Minecraft Movie & The White Lotus Season 3 Reviews, Tron: Ares & The Phoenician Scheme Trailer Reactions & more! 1:06:15

2M ago1:06:15

1:06:15

On this week's On-Screen Live, we're reviewing Jared Hess's video game IP box office smash, A Minecraft Movie and Mike White's latest White Lotus season, while also reacting to the new trailers for Tron: Ares & Wes Anderson's The Phoenician Scheme, as well as checking out a Cusack-led Secret Movie™️! On-Screen Live airs Mondays at noon/eastern on o…

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S15 Ep793: Punisher: War Zone 1:59:03

2M ago1:59:03

1:59:03

“The music in this movie is Nü Metal Too Late” - Steve On this week’s episode, we’re going back to check out the wildly entertaining Punisher cinematic adventure, Punisher: War Zone! How incredible is Ray Stevenson as Frank Castle? What in the world was going on with all the accents in this movie? Is this the Punisher film with the best cinematogra…

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My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 542: The Co$t of WrestleMania 43:14

2M ago43:14

43:14

Like everything these days, the cost of WrestleMania is on the rise. What impact will that have on the WWE and the brand of WrestleMania? Chad and I do some analysis and throw in our opinions as well. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (@my123cents). Join …

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My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 542: The Co$t of WrestleMania 43:14

2M ago43:14

43:14

Like everything these days, the cost of WrestleMania is on the rise. What impact will that have on the WWE and the brand of WrestleMania? Chad and I do some analysis and throw in our opinions as well. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (@my123cents). Join …

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297: Super Troopers 1:25:28

2M ago1:25:28

1:25:28

In this Episode: Our Heroes discuss the legendary comedy; Super Troopers! This one is oft referenced and is finally in the can. Tune in for the Shenannigans... aaaaaaaah! Follow Us: Our Website Twitter Instagram Facebook Items discussed (links to more info): Note - if the below links don’t work in your podcast player please visit the show page at: …

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