Go Team Venture

Seven Seasons and a MOVIE!!!This week Justin and his four returning guests; Alicia Bossard, Tony Interdonato, Brian Loggins, and Fro Perry discuss anything and everything we can about his amazing final chapter in The Venture Bros. television series. "GO TEAM VENTURE!!!!!!!!"

It's the Final Episode!!This week host Justin and his guest Ali Bossard discuss; the worst place to store your collection of Playboy magazines, the discontinued candy bar "Peanut Butter Boppers," and the not quite a superhero movie "Darkman" by Sam Raimi.All of this and more as we break down, "The Saphrax Protocol!"

This week host Justin and his guest Fro discuss; having the confidence to attempt defusing an explosive device, when high fives are and are not appropriate, and paying "Nerd Tax" by watching all movies in a series even the not-so-good ones.All of this and more as we break down, "The Forecast Manufacturer!"

This week host Justin and his guest Devin Dinsmoor discuss; Charlie Chaplin's dating history, Jame's Coburn's campy spy flick "Our Man Flint," and how purchasing The Criterion Channel is a real commitment. All of this and more as we break down, "The Terminus Mandate!"

This week host Justin and SIX TIME GUEST Brooke Wheeler discuss; who we would be in a heist situation, how orgies are just full of old people, and that only white people mess with Ouija Boards.All of this and more as we break down, "The Unicorn In Captivity!"

This week host Justin and his guest Blake Patterson discuss; how awesome the abandoned subway lair in TMNT: The Secret of the Ooze was, how hypnosis is real and totally fun, throwing up in front of your crush, and that we both agree that "Mallrats" still holds up.All of this and more as we break down, "The Bellicose Proxy!"

This week host Justin and his guest Tony Interdanato discuss; being bad at playing brass instruments, secret handshakes with good friends, and Ray Harryhausen's influence on the creation of Godzilla.All of this and more as we break down, "The Inamorata Consequence!"

This week host Justin and his guest Eli Ghanthous discuss; getting motion sickness while playing Virtual Reality video games, the fact that panty raids were a REAL thing in the 1960's, and the amazing album that is "In The Court of the Crimson King".All of this and more as we break down, "The High Cost of Loathing!"

It's the EPIC conclusion of The Morpho Trilogy!!This week host Justin Blomquist and his guest Andrew Schwartz discuss; making movies that star dead people, Justin's love of Special Make Up Effects Artist Rob Bottin, and alcoholics on The Muppet Show.All of this and more as we break down "Arrears In Science"!

It's Part 2 of The Morpho Trilogy!!This week host Justin Blomquist and his guest Brian Loggins discuss; wanting the ability to catch and throw a knife like Jack Burton in "Big Trouble in Little China," how real life spies use simple tricks to change their entire appearance, and the numerous Burt Reynolds movies that neither of us have seen. All of this and more as we break down "The Rorqual Affair"!

It's finally here Season 7!!!This week Justin Blomquist and his guest Chandra Free discuss;  how inconvenient "The Clapper" actually is, how Ed McMahon was never a spokesman for Publishers Clearing House, and how we both agree that "The Godfather" is not all it's cracked up to be.All of this and more as we break down, "The Venture Bros. & The Curse of the Haunted Problem!"

This week host Justin and his returning guest Alicia Bossard discuss; our dislike of the Saw franchise, sitting up all night with a broken jaw, how homegrown heirloom tomatoes taste sooooooo much better than store bought, and how not everyone enjoys volleyball. All of this and more as we break down, "Red Means Stop!"This was our 71st episode, and after 6 seasons, our host needs a break. This will  be our last episode for One Month, but rest assured Go Team Venture will return with the Final Season of The Venture Bros!In the meanwhile, enjoy Justin's other podcast "Formative Films" where he and his best friend of 20 years talk about the movies that they grew up watching and whether they hold up.

This week host Justin and his first Five Timers member Brooke Wheeler discuss; how one tracksuit in Goodfellas made all mobsters go out and buy one, hating on 70's TV shows, praising 80's movies that couldn't get made today, and not being allowed to play Mortal Kombat.All of this and more as we break down, "A Party for Tarzan!"

It's our 69th Episode!(teeheehee)This week host Justin and his returning guest Kris Struble discuss; how the plot of Spaceballs(1987) is recycled from It Happened One Night(1934), which theme restaurant is your favorite theme restaurant, and how Death Race 2000(1975) is a great movie for drinking games.All of this and more as we break down, "It Happening One Night!"

This week host Justin and his guest Ryan Crampton discuss; avoiding the Royal Guard while tripping on magic mushrooms in London, an obscure British TV show called Bo' Selecta and how it ruined Craig David's life, and lastly how Chitty-Chitty-Bang-Bang is just another James Bond gadget car. All of this and more as we break down, "Tanks for Nuthin'!"

This week host Justin and his guest Billy Smolder discuss; which is more addictive; crack cocaine or Pringles, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Pudding Pies, and how Butt Plugs are for EVERYONE!!All of this and more as we break down, "Rapacity In Blue!"

This week host Justin and his returning guest Andrew Schwartz discuss; George W. Bush masturbating in front of his father during a Skull & Bones ceremony, failing to remember the name of the fake techno-pop band from "The Big Lebowski," and why doesn't Tyler Perry ever make an appearance in the Greek tragedy Medea?All of this and more as we break down, "Faking Miracles!"

This week host Justin and his returning guest Lou Barkhotov discuss; when visiting Russia don't try "crocodile" if offered it, the international sensation that is Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood, and reality TV shows that teach it's competitors how to not be a dick.All of this and more as we break down, "Maybe No Go!"

This week host Justin and his returning guest Devin Dinsmoor discuss; Americans putting on phony English accents as a personality trait, being disappointed while visiting a city that you've built up too much in your mind, and how the unassuming old woman in the elevator is the one that farted.All of this and more as we break down, "Hostile Makeover!"

This week host Justin and his guest "Portland Paul" Hedrick discuss; how watching the "scariest part" of a horror movie out of context makes it not really scary, the invention of flash-freezing vegetables, and the lost opportunity to reprise Mecha-Shiva!All of this and more as we break down, "All This And Gargantua-2."

This week host Justin and his guest Devin Dinsmoor discuss; the importance of taking care of your teeth, not being big fans of the Assassin's Creed video games, and how can something be a tradition if this is the first time it's actually being done? Plus a surprise cameo from "Carol Channing-Baskins!!"All of this and more as we break down, "The Devil's Grip."

This week host Justin and his big brother Jake Blomquist discuss; failing to be punctual so much that it becomes a personality trait, which classic Kenner Star Wars vehicle you would pick given the choice, and how NO ONE should ever have to watch Requiem for a Dream more than once. 

This week host Justin and his return guest Elias Ghantous discuss; how music is the ultimate unifier in life, getting stoned and eating Taco Bell for fourth meal, the magnificent movie "Cannibal: The Musical," and the best snacks for a road trip. All of this and more as we break down, "Momma's Boys"

This week host Justin and his guest Jonathan "Fro" Perry discuss; how complicated it would be to secretly keep a razor blade in your mouth, listening to heavy metal while playing pinball, and Street Fighter: The Movie - The Arcade Game. All of this and more as we break down, "O.S.I. Love You."

This week host Justin and his returning guest Kris Struble discuss; our love of all thing Ray Harryhausen, the multiple mind-bending TV shows created by Sid and Marty Krofft, and L. Ron Hubbard's cult also known as The Church of Scientology. All of this and more as we break down, "Spanakopita!"

This week host Justin and his guest Andrew Schwartz discuss; our love of Joe Dante movies, the underrated sketch show Human Giant, and how World's Greatest Dad may have been Robin Williams at his best. All of this and more as we break down, "Sphinx Rising"

This week host Justin and his returning guest Alicia Bossard discuss; being oblivious to subtle hints, how one positions their hand whilst giving someone the finger, and how the Blomquist kids made a movie called "Charlie Chocolate and the Bucket Factory!"All of this and more as we break down, "Venture Libre"

This week host Justin and his guest, Lou Barkhotov discuss; how being a good student doesn't mean you're not ALSO a procrastinator, first real kisses, Louie Anderson's cartoon series ‘Life with Louie,' and the ‘What's Happening to My Body? Book for Girls/Boys!”All of this and more as we breakdown the Season 5 Premiere "What Color Is Your Cleansuit?" This episode is dedicated to the memory of Lou's friend Nikita. "Nikita was the Pete to my Billy" 

This week host Justin and his guest, Lasse Wennerstrand discuss; Vincent Price wanting to stab Bela Lugosi with a wooden stake(just to make sure), bad pubescent facial hair, and farting with friends. All of this and more as we breakdown the Season 5 Premiere "A Very Venture Halloween" 

This week host Justin and his TWO guests, Brooke Wheeler and Alicia Bossard discuss; our collective love of The Beastie Boys, how one must properly prepare before attempting to engage in anal sex, and the crazy amount of cigarette smoking that Ernie Hudson does in The Crow. All of this and more as we breakdown the Season 4 Finale "Operation P.R.O.M." 

It's our 1 Year Anniversary!!!!  Many thanks to all of you listeners! It means so much to be part of this wonderful Venture Bros. community, and to have met so many wonderful people through this journey!!!This week host Justin and guest Austin Bender(all the way from Beijing, China!!!!) discuss; our favorite quotes from 'SLC Punk,' where 'Temple of Doom' ranks amongst the Indiana Jones franchise, Colin Farrell's weird connection with movie remakes, and that ADHD medication is just prescription SPEED!All of this and more as we break down, "The Silent Partners."

This week host Justin and his returning guest Greg Hyatt discuss; the second album we ever bought, Clint Howard having to wear a toupee at 21-years-old, and the time Greg shared an elevator with Doc Hammer!!!!All of this and more as we break down, "Assisted Suicide."

IT'S OUR 50TH EPISODE!!A big Thank You to all of my listeners, I can't tell you how much it means to me to know that people listen to the show each week. It has been absolutely wonderful getting to know so many of you who love The Venture Bros. just as much as I do.This week host Justin and his guest Blake Patterson discuss; the best homemade roach killer, being introduced to Ethel Merman by the movie "Airplane," and kid-friendly cursing. All of this and more as we break down, "Bright Lights, Dean City!"

This week host Justin and his THREE TIME returning guest Brooke Wheeler discuss; disliking songs that you hear over and over while performing in musical theater, taking unsuspecting "Virgins" to see The Rocky Horror Picture Show, and how Catholic Guilt screws up people's first sexual experiences.All of this and more as we break down, "Everybody Comes To Hank's!"

This week host Justin and his returning guest Tony Interdonato discuss; having to cross state lines to keep the party going, our favorite discontinued 90's breakfast cereals, and that Jim Jarmusch knows how to make a good movie.All of this and more as we break down, "Any Which Way But Zeus!"

This week host Justin and his special guest Stephanie Smalls discuss; being the complete opposite of your sibling, only knowing the movie Spartacus because of the movie Clueless, and how we all agree that poop is funny!All of this and more as we break down, "Pomp and Circuitry."

This week host Justin and his special guest Rilo Smith discuss; watching the O.J. Simpson verdict during recess, the drug cocktail that killed John Belushi, and Justin tells his story of getting his ankle crushed by a car!All of this and more as we break down, "The Diving Bell vs. The Butterglider."

This week host Justin and his special guest Carmel McDonald discuss; uncomfortable high school performances of Hamlet, being a Master of Ceremonies for a Male Strip Show, Purple Drank, and Joe Jackson selling signature scents at a mall kiosk in Las Vegas!All of this and more as we break down, "Pinstripes and Poltergeists." 

This week host Justin and his special guest Alicia Bossard discuss; near death experiences, crying while watching 'Hook' as an adult, having girlfriends/boyfriends who live out of state, and how Justin's mom believes that he is the reincarnation of his father's father!All of this and more as we break down, "The Better Man." 

This week host Justin and his special guests Mason Iverson and Jacqueline Spracklen discuss; why Capricorns make the worst fathers, watching 'White Christmas' as a sleeping aide, skullets, and Mary Martin's racist Peter Pan!All of this and more as we break down, "Self-Medication." 

This week host Justin and his special guest Chandra Free discuss; watching Obi-Wan Kenobi having sex with Bruce Wayne, the similarities between The Matrix, Dark City and Zardoz, and Salvador Dali's surreal movie script written for the Marx Brothers! All of this and more as we break down, "The Revenge Society." 

This week host Justin and his special guest Brooke Wheeler discuss; reading kids books when you're no longer a kid, Taylor Lautner's "acting" style, and what exactly goes into a Fresca.All of this and more as we break down, "Return to Malice." 

This week host Justin and his special guest Elias Ghantous discuss; using RUSH albums to get the best sound check, the joy/cliche' of listening to Pink Floyd while on a "burn cruise," famous 90's cults, and Better Aberlin screaming "die c##ksucker" while firing an Uzi!!All of this and more as we break down, "Perchance To Dean." 

This week host Justin and his special guest Ash Rose discuss; how it's not always cool to talk about your ex with your current partner, rebelling agains your DC loving father by getting into Marvel Comics, and lying about your Zodiac sign.All of this and more as we break down, "Handsome Ransom" 

This week host Justin and his special guest Greg Hyatt discuss; our first incidents with Indiana Jones and the melting face, how even the most sexually liberated Americans are still WAY short of how sexually liberated most Europeans are, and to always wear your Saint Moses the Black pendant when you're out thieving. All of this and more as we break down, "Blood of the Father, Heart of Steel"  

Howdy Venturoos!! Jut B here to inform you that due to the Fourth of July Weekend, I was unable to get an episode recorded and edited in time for airing this week.  Please rest assured knowing that "Blood of the Father, Heart of Steel" will be up next week Tuesday, but for now, sit back and listen to my other podcast as we discuss the 1983 classic, "Return of the Jedi" on Formative Films!!

This week host Justin and his special guest Chris Lipscomb discuss; earning unfortunate nicknames, the decision of whether or not to name your car, and who is the better Cleaner, Jean Reno in "Nikita" or Harvey Keitel in "Pulp Fiction?"All of this and more as we break down the Season Three Finale "The Family That Slays Together Stays Together."  

We have our First International Guest! All the way from Sweden, Illustrator and 3D Artist Lasse Wennerstrand along with host Justin discuss; taking lewd photos with an Oscar Wilde statue, the amazing varieties of animation styles used within this singular episode, and the unearthing of pet cemeteries. All of this and more as we break down, "ORB"  Find our guest Lasse Wennerstrand's art gallery, and his amazing horror/comedy webcomic "Curly & Art" on his website www.drawmoorepictures.com

This week host Justin and his special guest Kris Struble discuss; how to always win when playing the Mad Magazine Board Game, making Ghostbusters Action Figures hump your sister's Barbie Doll, awesome 80's movies with “Kid Inventors,” and the single flaw of “Chopping Mall!”All of this and more as we break down, "The Lepidopterists"  

This week host Justin and his guest Alicia Bossard discuss; the rampant racism in "You Only Live Twice," how first borns make for arrogant kids, bad first impressions for your in-laws, accidentally seeing your roommate naked, and how neither of us have ever been to a "Con."All of this and more as we break down, "Now Museum - Now You Don't!"  

This week Justin and his guest Brian Loggins discuss; that wonderful feeling when someone recognizes your obscure character costume, how to stop your cocaine addiction, how for a time every kid had the same Casio keyboard, and how Justin has seen the Highlander TV show more than he's seen Highlander the movie?!?All of this and more as we break down, "Tears of a Sea Cow."