Best Ty Franck Podcasts (2025)

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05 | Brain Rot: Meet the people who ditched their smartphones. Is it worth it? 25:45

1M ago25:45

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We’ve all dreamt of lobbing our smartphone into the ocean and going off grid. So what happens when you follow through with it? For our final episode of Brain Rot, we speak to the people who decided they’d had enough. From a French village, to Gen Z ‘luddites’ in New York City and a group of parents in regional Victoria, there are clubs, campaigns a…

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04 | Brain Rot: Is internet addiction real? 25:37

1M ago25:37

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Plenty of people will say they are addicted to the internet. But how well-recognised, scientifically, is an addiction ... to your screen? In episode four of Brain Rot, we dig into how behavioural addictions work. And we hear from self-described internet addicts about the treatment programs that help them stay “internet sober”. Brain Rot is a new fi…

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03 | Brain Rot: Is tech making your memory better or worse? 27:40

2M ago27:40

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We’re trusting tech with more tasks than ever — including the ones our brains once did.We’re Googling things we used to know, taking screenshots of things we’ll instantly forget, and hoarding all kinds of data we’ll never check again.On this episode of Brain Rot: is tech giving your brain a holiday, or putting it out of a job?You’ll also meet a guy…

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Ep 197 - Drive Angry Deep Dive + Top Good and Crazy Cage 39:07

2M ago39:07

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On this episode of Ty & That Guy, Ty Franck is joined by special guest co-host Dan Nowack (filling in for Wes) as they dive headfirst into the high-octane, full-tilt madness of Drive Angry—the 2011 supernatural revenge thriller that gives Nicolas Cage the wheel and lets him absolutely floor it. Ty and Dan break down the film’s grindhouse energy, it…

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02 | Brain Rot: Is AI turning us off human relationships? 25:33

2M ago25:33

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Whether it’s social media, the omnipresent smartphone or AI companions, in recent decades the way we relate to each other has been completely up-ended. In episode two of Brain Rot, we explore the potential implications that tech poses to human relationships. Worldwide estimates suggest there are around one billion users of AI companion — people usi…

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Ep 196 - Dreamscape Deep Dive + Top George Wendt 53:59

2M ago53:59

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In this deep-dive episode, Wes Chatham and Ty Franck throw on their psychic headsets and plunge into the 1984 sci-fi cult classic Dreamscape. A film ahead of its time—or at least weird enough to feel that way—Dreamscape delivers Cold War paranoia, nightmarish visuals, and a telepathic Dennis Quaid trying to save the President from his own dreams. T…

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01 | Brain Rot: Is there any proof your phone is destroying your attention span? 29:19

2M ago29:19

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Everyone seems to have a hunch that their phone is destroying their attention span, but is there any science to back it up? In episode one of Brain Rot, we’re doing our best to focus on the topic of attention for a full 25 minutes — and find out what's actually happening in your brain every time your phone buzzes or dings. Is brain rot a real thing…

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Ep 195 - Murphy's Romance Deep Dive + Top Corey Haim 41:32

2M ago41:32

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Wes and Ty take a detour into rom-com territory with a deep dive into the 1985 classic Murphy’s Romance, starring Sally Field and James Garner. Wes is all in on the movie’s cozy small-town vibe and heartfelt performances, calling it a standout in the genre. Ty, not usually a fan of romance, actually ends up liking it more than he expected—mostly th…

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INTRODUCING — Brain Rot 3:00

2M ago3:00

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For Science Friction, it's Brain Rot — a new series about the science of being chronically online and what it’s doing to our brains. What's really going on with our attention spans? Is data-dumping your entire life into ChatGPT helpful? And what's it like to be in love ... with an AI? National technology reporter Ange Lavoipierre tackles the wildes…

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Ep 194 - True Romance Deep Dive + Top Christian Slater 48:06

3M ago48:06

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In this episode of Ty & That Guy, Wes Chatham and Ty Franck go full throttle into Tony Scott’s cult classic True Romance (1993), with a script penned by the one and only Quentin Tarantino. Wes and Ty break down the film’s kinetic style, unforgettable characters, and the all-star cast, including a standout performance by Christian Slater as comic bo…

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Ep 193 - Romancing the Stone + Top Kathleen Turner 1:19:25

3M ago1:19:25

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This week on Ty & That Guy, Wes Chatham and Ty Franck swing into the jungles of Colombia for a deep dive into the 1984 adventure-romance classic Romancing the Stone, starring Michael Douglas, Danny DeVito, and the inimitable Kathleen Turner. The guys unpack what makes this film such a standout in the action-comedy genre, from its snappy dialogue an…

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Ep 192 - Val Kilmer Retrospective & His Top Performances 46:58

3M ago46:58

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In this heartfelt retrospective, Wes Chatham and Ty Franck pay tribute to the legendary Val Kilmer, whose unforgettable performances and enigmatic presence left an indelible mark on cinema. Inspired by the moving documentary Val and his recent passing, the hosts reflect on Kilmer’s profound influence on both mainstream blockbusters and cult classic…

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Ep 191 - The Wraith: Deep Dive Into WTF is This? 56:52

3M ago56:52

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This week on Ty & That Guy, Wes Chatham and Ty Franck take a NOS-fueled joyride straight into the high-octane, neon-lit madness of The Wraith (1986)—a movie so gloriously bonkers, it defies all known physics and narrative logic. Charlie Sheen plays a mysterious ghost-car vigilante(?) with a vengeance to settle and a Dodge M4S Turbo Interceptor to d…

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Ep 190 - Hereditary Deep Dive into Terror & Emotional Trauma 52:50

3M ago52:50

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In this spine-tingling deep dive, Wes and Ty crack open Hereditary (2018), Ari Aster’s chilling debut that redefined modern horror. From its gut-wrenching emotional beats to its masterful use of dread and symbolism, the guys go all in on what makes this film so damn unsettling. Wes brings the actor’s eye to Toni Collette’s powerhouse performance, d…

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Ep 189 - The Substance Deep Dive + Top Comeback Roles 39:43

4M ago39:43

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This week on Ty & That Guy, Wes Chatham and Ty Franck dive headfirst into the gory, glorious chaos of The Substance—a shocking and stylish descent into body horror with sharp teeth and even sharper social commentary. The guys unpack the film’s bold vision, the insane practical effects, and the fearless central performance that’s already stirring up…

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Ep 188 - The Expanse Comic Book w/ Andy Diggle 53:28

4M ago53:28

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In this exciting episode of Ty & That Guy, hosts Wes Chatham and Ty Franck welcome legendary comic book writer Andy Diggle to the show! Known for his work on The Losers, Green Arrow: Year One, and Thunderbolts, Andy brings his wealth of experience and insight to the world of comics, sharing stories from his career and the creative process behind so…

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Ep 187 - Heretic: A Deep Dive & Top 5 Religious Horror Films 46:11

4M ago46:11

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In this chilling episode of Ty & That Guy, hosts Wes Chatham and Ty Franck, embark on a deep dive into Heretic. Together, they analyze the film's unsettling exploration of possession, faith, and the supernatural. They’ll discuss what works, what doesn't, diving into the eerie performances, atmosphere, and the unique thematic elements that make this…

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Ep. 186 - Gene Hackman Retrospective and his Top Movies 41:43

4M ago41:43

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In this episode of Ty & That Guy, hosts Ty Franck and Wes Chatham take a deep dive into the legendary career of Gene Hackman. From his early struggles as an actor to becoming one of Hollywood’s most respected and versatile stars, Ty and Wes explore what made Hackman such a powerhouse on screen. They break down his most iconic roles, including The F…

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Ep. 185 - The Gorge Deep Dive: A Thrilling Journey into Love and Danger 50:31

5M ago50:31

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In this episode, Ty Franck and Wes Chatham, hosts of Ty & That Guy, dive into the 2025 thriller The Gorge. Both big fans of intense, character-driven stories, Ty and Wes break down the film’s stunning visuals, twisty plot, and all the suspense that keeps you on the edge of your seat. They talk about what works, what didn’t, and the performances tha…

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Ep. 184 - Nosferatu Deep Dive + Top Dracula Movies 49:30

5M ago49:30

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In this deep dive, Ty Franck (one half of James S.A. Corey) and Wes Chatham, huge fans of the original Nosferatu, explore the highly anticipated 2024 remake. Join them as they sink their teeth into this modern adaptation, comparing it to the iconic 1922 classic, and discuss the elements that make Nosferatu a timeless horror masterpiece. With their …

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Ep. 183 - T&TG SUPERBOWL SPECIAL Top Football Movies 39:21

5M ago39:21

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Ty Franck (one half of James S.A. Corey) and Wes Chatham are BACK and with the Superbowl almost a month in the past it is time for the guys' Superbowl Special! Sit back and enjoy Wes talk about how much he LOVES North Dallas Forty... and how both the guys cries like a babies when they watch Brian's Song.…

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06 | Cooked: Vitamin B3 ... and the media 25:44

5M ago25:44

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For episode six of Cooked, we turn the lens on … science communication itself. We’re looking at how information travels from a scientific study to the world and what can go wrong along the way. This is the final episode in our Cooked series. We'll be back in May for another series of Science Friction on a different topic — digital devices and how t…

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05 | Cooked: Electrolytes — who needs them? 25:45

5M ago25:45

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Over the past few years, you might have heard advertisements in your podcast feed or on social media for electrolyte supplements. If you haven’t seen them, they’re basically these little sachets or tubs that get mixed in with water as a drink. News media reports demand for such products is exploding – with the market for electrolyte supplements set…

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04 | Cooked: A peculiar potato experiment 25:45

6M ago25:45

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Why did a group of anonymous strangers on the internet try to eat almost nothing but potatoes for a month? On Cooked this week, an unusual experiment and the possibilities and perils of a mono-diet. Guests: Andrew Taylor Melbourne, Australia Slime Mold Time Mold Scientist collective Dr Jess Danaher Associate Dean, RMIT University; Nutrition Scienti…

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03 | Cooked: Mystery in the Mediterranean

6M ago

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It was one of the world's biggest nutrition trials. A study of thousands of people which found that following a Mediterranean diet could meaningfully reduce someone's risk of heart disease and stroke. But as data detectives began to comb through the results of the trial, something wasn't quite adding up. On Cooked this week, we're taking a look at …

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02 | Cooked: All-meat eaters say they feel great - but why?

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Diets like carnivore have been popping up all over the place. People who go carnivore aim to eat nothing but a select few animal products, like meat and eggs. So why are some people turning to an all-meat diet? And why do they say they feel good doing so? On this episode of Cooked, we sift through some of the counterintuitive findings around carniv…

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01 | Cooked: Could ice cream actually be good for you? 25:30

6M ago25:30

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Two decades ago, nutritional epidemiologists made a startling finding – that people eating more ice cream were less likely to develop diabetes. In the years since, various groups have tried to account for this peculiar scientific signal — with limited success. In multiple studies the link between ice cream and a reduced risk of diabetes persists. Y…

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00 | INTRODUCING — Cooked

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For Science Friction, a new series — Cooked! On Cooked, we dig into the nuance of nutrition. Why are studies showing that ice cream could be good for you? Do we really need as many electrolytes as the internet says? And why are people feeling good on the carnivore diet? Nutrition and food scientist Dr Emma Beckett helps comb through the evidence on…

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Ep. 181 - D&D Honor Among Thieves + Best / Worst Game Movies 1:08:40

10M ago1:08:40

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Ty Franck (one half of James S.A. Corey) is joined by our favorite Hawaiian Shirt Mustache MOFO Brett Simmons! The guys do a deep dive into a patron requested flick and talk about the difficulties of game adaptations.By Wes Chatham & Ty Franck

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Ep. 180 - The Last Crusade w/ Brett + Top Indiana Jones 1:07:13

11M ago1:07:13

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Ty Franck (one half of James S.A. Corey) and Wes Chatham are joined by our favorite Hawaiian Shirt Mustache MoFo Brett Simmons. This is an episode we have been wanting to do for a while now and before Wes heads off to shoot his movie we decided to finally do it.By Wes Chatham & Ty Franck

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Ep. 179 - Mandy: A Deep Dive into Madness w/ Brett Simmons 1:06:00

11M ago1:06:00

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Ty Franck (one half of James S.A. Corey) is joined by our favorite Hawaiian Shirt Mustache motherfucker Brett Simmons! again and they go full on into the madness that is Mandy... and Nicholas Cage! We will be spoiling the crap out of the movie Mandy so you have been warned.By Wes Chatham & Ty Franck

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Ep. 178 - Furiosa + Prequels and Brett Simmons 58:24

11M ago58:24

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Ty Franck (one half of James S.A. Corey) is joined by our favorite Hawaiian Shirt Mustache motherfucker Brett Simmons! Ty decided to be COLD BLOODED to Wes while he is off having a wank and selected Furiosa are the deep dive this week. I hope everyone enjoys this episode as much as I did!By Wes Chatham & Ty Franck

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Ep. 177 - A Deep Dive into Noir Film: Dark City and M 46:18

12M ago46:18

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Ty Franck and Daniel Abraham (James S.A. Corey) have been hanging on their book tour and since Wes is MIA we decided to do an episode on Noir Films. The two movies the guys decided to discuss are the classic M from 1931 and the neo-noir film Dark City.By Wes Chatham & Ty Franck

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Ep. 176 - Chinatown Deep Dive + Best Jack Nicholson 49:59

12M ago49:59

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Ty Franck (one half of James S.A. Corey) and Wes Chatham ('Amos Burton' on The Expanse) decided to do a classic movie from the 70s Chinatown. Disclaimer we know Roman Polanski has a troubled history, but this is a favorite movie of Wes' and also a one of the best neo-noir films ever made. Oh and there is this guy named Jack Nicholson in it too. He …

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Ep. 175 - Weird Science Deep Dive w/ Isaiah Mustafa 1:00:38

1y ago1:00:38

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Ty Franck (one half of James S.A. Corey) and Wes Chatham ('Amos Burton' on The Expanse) are joined by Isaiah Mustafa who you might know from his Old Spice commercials and greek god physique to discuss a movie which has come up an endless amount of times on our podcast... WEIRD SCIENCE! In addition to Weird Science the guys rank the top Bill Paxton …

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Ep. 174 - Best Bad Guys & Best Squads 31:03

1y ago31:03

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Ty Franck (one half of James S.A. Corey) and Wes Chatham ('Amos Burton' on The Expanse) actually agreed with Producer Joe for once so we did an episode dedicated to awesome Bad Guys & their squads.By Wes Chatham & Ty Franck

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Ep. 173 - Immaculate & Rosemary's Baby Deep Dive Comparison | SPOILERS 49:41

1y ago49:41

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Ty Franck (one half of James S.A. Corey) and Wes Chatham ('Amos Burton' on The Expanse) decided to have an insightful discussion about devil babies this week! So enjoy the guys talking about and comparing the classic Rosemary's Baby to the new Immaculate starring Sydney Sweeney. There will be a lot of spoilers so be warned.…

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