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Legendary actor and mental health advocate Glenn Close is on a quest to change how we think about mental health, starting with her decision to speak out about her own family's struggles — a brave choice considering the stigma that pervades the topic. This week, we're revisiting this sweeping conversation with TEDWomen curator Pat Mitchell, where Close shares the inspiration behind the advocacy group she founded to combat the crisis, underscoring the transformative power of community and the critical need for comprehensive mental health care systems. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey ! Become a TED Member today at ted.com/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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On this episode we'll discuss the news of Vertigo's Fables comic being adapted for the big screen, make fun of losers who invite celebrities to the prom, warn you about the dangers of aggressive Russian beavers and share our favorite recipes from the Placenta Cookbook. Our douche of the week is a lovely pregnant lady from South Carolina who is looking to become one with the Dolphins. If you're wondering what to throw into the Blu Ray player this week, look no further than our mini reviews of HBO's Behind the Candelabra, Gangster Squad and Dark Skies. We'll also share our excitement for the return of AMC's The Killing. Finally, we'll go to great lengths to spare you from the travesty that is After Earth.
Content provided by Steve Clifton and Dan Sullivan. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Steve Clifton and Dan Sullivan or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://ppacc.player.fm/legal.
On this episode we'll discuss the news of Vertigo's Fables comic being adapted for the big screen, make fun of losers who invite celebrities to the prom, warn you about the dangers of aggressive Russian beavers and share our favorite recipes from the Placenta Cookbook. Our douche of the week is a lovely pregnant lady from South Carolina who is looking to become one with the Dolphins. If you're wondering what to throw into the Blu Ray player this week, look no further than our mini reviews of HBO's Behind the Candelabra, Gangster Squad and Dark Skies. We'll also share our excitement for the return of AMC's The Killing. Finally, we'll go to great lengths to spare you from the travesty that is After Earth.
Dan and Steve manifest within the halls of Crimson Peak to discuss their favorite Halloween horror films and discuss the latest from director Guillermo Del Toro. Do we think Del Toro's latest gothic creation will rank high amongst the worthiest of the genre? First, we discuss Hollywood's need to turn everything into a franchise, wonder if comic book material being sourced for movie and television content is starting to saturate the market, ponder the need for a Miley Cyrus/Flaming Lips nude concert, and Dan apologizes for hating on Seth Rogen.…
Join Steve and Dan as they climb aboard the Hemes to go save Matt Damon on Mars. Before we take flight, we have some thoughts about the possibility of Taika Waititi taking the reins of Thor: Ragnarok, discuss the current state of must see t.v., and ponder the potential of a Cabin in the Woods sequel. The Fall movie season often brings out the best cinema of the year, and we're regaling you with our top 5 most anticipated under the radar films for the remainder of the year. And finally, we discuss the good, the bad, and the Matt Damoness of Ridley Scott's latest science fiction actioner, The Martian…
Steve and Dan stop running for their lives long enough to tell you all about the latest American horror gem, It Follows. We also discuss some of the latest happenings from the pop culture world, including the 30th anniversary of John Hughes' high school opus, The Breakfast Club. Listen in on our mini reviews of Faults, Road Hard, Spring, and A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night.…
Steve and Dan don their red carpet finest to discuss their picks for the 2015 Academy Awards. We'll tell you who we think will walk away with Oscar gold in the big 6 categories. Before that, we'll dive back in with a couple of short news stories and give you our takes on Jupiter Ascending, John Wick, The Last Five Years, Predestination, and What We Do in the Shadows.…
It's been a while since our last episode, but we've escape capture and are now eager to tell you a story about a man who wanted to turn us into walrus'. Kevin Smith is back behind the camera and we'll let you know if his weed addled ambition to turn a podcast discussion into a feature film pays off with our review of 'Tusk.' We also discuss some high concept pop culture nuggets such as musical artists lip-synching, gender and race equality in pop culture, a Suicide Squad film and the 30th anniversary of that bastion of Thursday night television, 'The Cosby Show.' Need some movie ideas for your viewing pleasure? Check out our mini reviews of 'Begin Again', 'Life of Crime'. 'Starred Up', 'They Came Together' and 'The One I Love.' We also spend a little time running through our most anticipated films of the Oscar season. And Steve really has to pee.…
In this episode of the Slice & Dice podcast, Steve and Dan get philisophical on the filmography of director Richard Linklater, concluding with an in depth review of his latest film, 'Boyhood' Up front, we weigh in on the untimely death of Robin Williams and what he meant to the world of entertainment. We also specd a few minutes to honor the King of rock n roll, Elvis Presley on this, the 37th anniversary of his death. Looking for something to see at the theater or rent for family movie night? Listen in on our mini reviews of 'The Battered Bastards of Baseball', 'Teenage Mutant Ninjas Turtles', 'Muppets Most Wanted', 'Tracks', 'I, Origins', 'Let's Be Cops' and 'The Expendables 3'.…
Join Dan and Steve as they team up with Marvel's newest cinematic adventurers, 'The Guardians of the Galaxy'. Does the gamble to introduce a new franchise pay off? Before we get into the main topic, we explore some news around Weird Al Yankovic's album debuing at number 1, share some thoughts on Tarantino possibly releasing a third Kill Bill film, the reboot of the classic Universal monsters and some weird lady who thought secretly leaving porcelin dolls on people's porches was somehow neighborly. Need some film recommendations? You've come to right place. Listen in on our mini reviews of 'Lucy', 'The Purge: Anarchy', 'Mood Indigo', 'Tammy' and 'Life After Beth'.…
Steve and Dan spend some time monkeying around in the woods outside San Francisco and are prepared to go to war with a review of 'Dawn of the Planet of the Apes' Listen to see if we think it stacks up to the 2011 reboot, 'Rise of the Planet of the Apes'. Before that, we discuss a few recent news stories including making fun of Cleveland fans for welcoming Lebron James back to their team. Need some ideas for movies to see? Check out our mini reviews of 'Under the Skin', 'Locke', 'Obvious Child', 'Very Good Girls', 'Bad Words', 'Deliver Us From Evil', 'The Raid 2: Barandal', 'Life Itself', 'Snowpiercer', 'Maidentrip', and 'Chef'.…
Dan and Steve review the filmography of demolitions expert....ERRRRR, director Michael Bay. Then, we all remember Chicago in a review of Transformers: Age of Extinction. We also give some passing interest to the train wreck that is Shia Labeouf, ponder the necessity of a 'Victory' remake and reminisce about Tim Burton's Batman on it's 25th anniversary. And if you're looking for something to check out in theaters or VOD, check out our mini reviews of 'A Million Ways to Die in the West', 'Paranormal Activity: The Marked Ones', '300: Rise of an Empire', 'The Fault in Our Stars', 'Happy Christmas' and '22 Jump Street'.…
It's time to put on clown gear and talk about bestiality, narcissism and Bigfoot as Dan and Steve discuss the directorial career of Bobcat Goldthwait. We run through Bobcat's short yet impressive library of films, culminating in a review of his latest release, Willow Creek. We share some thoughts on Jason Momoa as Aquaman and call out Chubby Checker for being a douche bag. And be sure to listen in on our mini reviews of 'Unhung Hero', 'Ping Pong Summer' and 'Edge of Tomorrow'.…
Steve and Dan let their mutant flags fly as they explore the latest Brian Singer helmed X-Men flick, 'X-Men: Days of Future Past'. Does this film keep the series moving forward in a positive way or does it just muddy the waters ever further? Up front, we riff on some of the recent Hollywood ramblings regarding Edgar Wright's departure from Marvel's 'Ant Man', J.J. Abrams' revealing of a Star Wars charity contest and the necessity of continuing to put Stan Lee in Marvel movie cameos. It was a short week but we still have a couple of other flicks to discuss. Listen in on our mini reviews of 'Whoope Dreams', 'The Angriest Man in Brooklyn' and 'Dear Mr. Watterson'.…
As kids, we spent many a weekend hour in front of the television ingesting cheesy monster flicks, most notably, the great radioactive lizard, Godzilla. In this episode, Steve and Dan run for their lives while dissecting the latest big screen adaptation, Gareth Edwards' Godzilla. We were working sans agenda for this one, so up front we riff on some of the latest Hollywood musings, including the Star Wars film and Carrie Fisher's fat ass. And just because Dan is such a fan, there might be some Pitch Perfect 2 discussion to be had as well. Need some recommendations to pop into the DVR or catch at the multiplex? Listen in on our mini reviews of 'Anna', 'Neighbors', 'God's Pocket' and 'The Secret Life of Walter Mitty'.…
The weather is warming up, so it must be time for Summer movie season to begin in earnest. Steve and Dan swing into the theater to catch the newest Spider-Man flick, The Amazing Spider-Man 2. Up front, we weigh in on all of this Star Wars tomfoolery and lash back at the Internet trolls who live simply to jump to conclusions about everything. We also react to the news that DC has given the reigns over to Zack Snyder to direct the Justice League movie. In the 'What We Watched' segment, we talk about 'Oculus', 'Blue Ruin', 'Draft Day', 'Only Lovers Left Alive' and 'Cheap Thrills'.…
Steve and Dan grab their shields and high morals as they discuss the latest offering from the Marvel machine, Captain America: The Winter Soldier. Before we get to dropping some major fanboy love on Cap, we spend a little time waxing poetic about the state of the current moviegoer and what that could mean for the cinema experience moving forward. We also barely feign interest in the announcement of David Letterman's retirement. We also have a few flicks to talk about, so check out our mini reviews of 'Better Living Through Chemistry', 'The Bag Man', 'The Grand Budapest Hotel', 'Noah' and 'Dom Hemmingway'.…
In this episode of the Slice & Dice podcast, Dan and Steve return to the dystopian world of young adulthood with a review of the much anticipated 'Divergent'. Is the flick worthy of praise? We also take a few minutes to look back at the Oscar telecast and discuss our favorite moments. We're excited at the news of a new Incredibles flick and less so about a new Cars flick, and we look 30 years beyond Return of the Jedi to see what might be happening in Star Wars Episode VII. Need a quick movie recommendation? Check out our mini reviews of 'Sweetwater', 'Kill Your Darlings', 'Odd Thomas', 'Europa Report' and 'The Counselor'.…
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