HLF Presents: Podstalgic

In episode 271, Peter and Mariano celebrate Podstalgic's 10th Anniversary by revisiting movies from 1984, 1994, 2004 and 2014!

In episode 270, I'm joined by returning guest, Steven of The Screen Addicts Podcast, for a discussion of the classic capoeira film Only the Strong for it's 30th anniversary! Outro music: "Paranauê" by Serapis Bey

In episode 270, I reached out to content creator, Junior Kaleopa, for an in depth interview and really got to know him on a very personal level. Junior opens up with mental health and his journey with ADHD, music inspirations, the 2023 NBA All-star Weekend, and reveals one of his biggest followers on social media! National Mental Health Hotline | 866-903-3787 The Mental Health Hotline is a free, confidential 24-hour hotline for anyone struggling with depression, anxiety, or any mental health crisis.   Outro music: "They Don't Know" by Jon B.

In episode 269, Pi'ilani and Shanna guest hosts and discuss the latest comedy Joy Ride! Outro music: "WAP" by Tuesday Brownie

In episode 268, Peter is joined by guest Drew, of The Last Row Podcast. Being fans of the original series, they discuss Netflix's latest reunion special. Outro music: "Down the Road" by Amy Jo Johnson

In episode 267, Peter is joined by Ken Cole for a review of the Michael B. Jordan's directorial debut Creed III, the latest installment in the Rocky/Creed franchise. We start off with our non-spoiler thoughts on the film before getting into details after a break. Outro music: "Adonis interlude (The montage)" by Dreamville (ft J. Cole)

In episode 266, Peter interviews recording artist Russ Cosón. Originally from San José, Russ recently moved to Los Angeles to further his career in music. Growing up in poverty, Russ is no stranger to the grind. He shares his story of having to be the man of the house, his experience with a previous record label, and why he decided to remake Keith Sweat's “Twisted”. Outro music: Russ Cosón - Twisted

In episode 265, Peter and WatchParty review the Roku Channel Original, Weird: The Al Yankovic Story, which was based on the Funny or Die trailer. Outro music: Weird Al - Amish Paradise

In episode 264, Peter and Mariano revisit the Wesley Snipes and Woody Harrelson duo classic for it's 30th anniversary. We realize that upon a rewatch that it's more of a Woody Harrelson vehicle and reminisce on some Wesley Snipes favorites. Outro music: Riff - White Men Can't Jump

In episode 263, Peter and Mariano are joined by returning guest, Mikey from the Cobra Guys and Ketchup in the Living Room. The guys get together for a discussion of Season 1 of Amazon Prime's Reacher, based on the books by Lee Childs. Outro music: Tony Morales - Reacher Preps

In episode 262, Peter and Mariano review the new Netflix film, The Adam Project. As a time travel movie, we compared it to other similar films and some of the rules when it comes to time traveling.  Outro music: Spencer Davis Group - Gimme Some Lovin'

In episode 261, Peter is joined by guest host Sheena Yap Chan, host of The Tao of Self Confidence, for a review of Pixar's latest release, Turning Red. Having met on Twitter over a negative review, Peter and Sheena talk about the critic's hurtful words and his empty apology, but also discuss at length about the film's lead, Mei, and her journey through puberty as the magical red panda. Outro music: 4*Town - Nobody Like U

In episode 260, Peter and Mariano revisit the Mike Meyers' classic, Wayne's World for it's 30th anniversary. Outro music: Alice Cooper - Feed My Frankenstein

In episode 259, Peter and Mariano decide to take on what is known to be one of the most scariest movies ever! They discuss what was completely new for them and talk about what they would like if the movie was to be remade. Outro: Mike Oldfield - Tubular Bells

In episode 258, Peter is joined by Mikey and Jeremy from Cobra Guys and Ketchup in the Living Room to draft "spooky" movies and talk about some other movies that is fitting for an October watch. Many tangents and adult beverages to be had! Outro music: Claudia Sriracha - This Is Halloween

Peter and Mariano give their initial thoughts about Netflix's latest film He's All That, a remake starring Addison Rae and Tanner Buchanan. Outro music: Cyn - Kiss Me

Peter and Mariano review the Hulu Original film Plan B. Directed by Natalie Morales and starring Kuhoo Verma and Victoria Moroles, Peter and Mariano talk about the relationship between Sunny and Lupe and the hilarious characters they encounter. Outro music: Rancid Tofu - Unknown

In episode 255, Peter is joined by returning guest, Tyler, to discuss the long awaited film reboot of the classic video game franchise. Characters were discussed and comparisons were made to the 1995 film. Tune in to hear what we thought of it! Outro music: Benjamin Wallfisch - Techno Syndrome 2021

In episode 254, Peter and Mariano join in the Fresh Prince reunion and give their take on the latest HBOMax special.  Outro music: The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air Theme

In episode 253, Peter and Mariano give their thoughts on the newer release of Bill & Ted Face the Music and compare to the previous installments and rank them.  Outro music: Wyld Stallyns - That Which Binds Us Through Time - The Chemical, Physical, And Biological Nature Of Love And The Exploration Of The Meaning Of Meaning Pt 1

In episode 252, Peter and Mariano are joined by Allegra for a review of the Robert Zemeckis thriller starring Michelle Pfeiffer and Harrison Ford for it's 20th anniversary. Outro music: Adam Hamilton - Domination

In episode 251, Peter and Mariano review the Patrick Swayze and Demi Moore pottery movie and talk about Whoopi Goldberg who won an Oscar for Best Supporting Role! Outro music: Righteous Brothers - Unchained Melody

In episode 250, Peter and Mariano are joined by Justin (Epic Film Guys) and Gerald (Two Peas on a Podcast) for a review of everyone's favorite time traveling movie! Listen in as the panel of die hard fans discuss every bit of detail from the movie you love! Outro music: Huey Lewis and The News - The Power of Love

In episode 249, Peter and Marinao revisit a childhood classic, The Goonies, for it's 35th anniversary. Listen in and decide whether this was an actual review or just a tribute to Data! Outro music: Cyndi Lauper - The Goonies r Good Enough

In episode 248, Peter and Mariano revisit the Arnie action/sci-fi classic Total Recall. They discuss their history with the movie and whether they'd go through with a memory transplant. Outro music: Jerry Goldsmith - Total Recall (Suite)

In episode 247, Peter and Mariano react to the latest teaser trailer of Bill & Ted Face the Music. They also discuss their thoughts of the franchise as a whole. Outro music: Robbie Robb - In Time

In episode 246, Peter and Mariano are back! This time to review the third installment of the Back to the Future series for it's 30th anniversary. They discuss the new logo for the podcast, and also have a discussion of where this film ranks within the trilogy and whether Mariano likes it better than Part II! Outro music: ZZ Top - Doubleback

In episode 245, Peter and Mariano are joined by first time guest, Brihana of Cobra Kai Kompanion, for a review of Just One of the Guys for it's 35th anniversary! Outro music: Shalamar - Just One of the Guys

In episode 244, Peter and Mariano review a listener's request, New Jack City. They discuss the comparisons to Scarface, Boyz N Da Hood and talk about it being Peter's first time watch and his thoughts on it. Outro music: Guy - New Jack City

In episode 243, Peter and Mariano review the John Hughes' classic The Breakfast Club for it's 35th anniversary. They discuss the characters and actors' performances and question what is it exactly people love about this film. Outro music: Simple Minds - Don't You (Forget About Me)

In episode 242, Peter and Mariano review a listener's request, Click, the Adam Sandler comedy about an overworked father who is given a tv remote to control his life. Outro music: Cranberries - Linger

In episode 241, Peter is joined by returning guest and also cohost of Original Remake, Michael Denniston. Peter and Michael share their thoughts on the third installment of the Bad Boys franchise before getting in to details after the break. They also discuss which is the best in the series. Outro music: DJ Durel - Bad Moves (ft Quavo & Rich The Kid)

In episode 240, Peter and Mariano review the monster movie Tremors starring Kevin Bacon and Fred Ward. They talk about the writing and decide whether it still holds up.  Outro music: Reba McEntire - Why Not Tonight

In episode 239, Peter is joined by first time guests, Jeremy and Mikey from the Cobra Guys, for an anniversary review of Street Fighter. Jeremy gives his insights from a first time watcher's point of view and the guys also talk about the video game and some Mortal Kombat.

In episode 238, Peter, Mariano and Allegra review Star Wars - Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker. They give their personal rankings of the 9 movies before getting into details after the break. Outro music: #NerdOut! - To The End

In episode 237, Peter and Marino revisit Dumb and Dumber for it's 25th anniversary and discuss whether it still holds up. Outro music: Apache Indian - Boom Shakalaka

In episode 236, Peter and Mariano revisit Back to the Future Part II for it's 30th anniversary! Mariano who hasn't seen the film in some time and has some thoughts. Tune in for an interesting discussion. Outro music: Alan Silvestri - Opening Theme

In episode 235, Peter and Mariano review The Last Castle for Veteran's Day. Robert Redford stars in this prison drama where he's a 3 Star General who was sent to a military prison run by a Colonel, played by James Gandolfini, who may be abusing his power. Outro music: Jerry Goldsmith - Irwin Arrives

In episode 234, Peter and Mariano are joined by Allegra for a discussion of the latest addition in the Terminator franchise. They talk about where they stand with the franchise and the sequels and whether this is the best sequel since Terminator 2: Judgement Day. Outro music: Junkie XL - Dark Fate

In episode 233, Peter and Mariano are joined by Juwan to discuss the film Pulp Fiction. Does the film hold up after 25 years? How does it stand with other Tarantino films? Find out what they think.   Outro music: Chuck Berry - You Never Can Tell  

In episode 232, Mariano is joined by Allegra to discuss the new release Gemini Man. Find out how they feel about this film and if they recommend it. 

In episode 231, Peter and Mariano are joined by Juwan to discuss the new release "El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie". Every one on this episode are big fans of Breaking Bad, check out what they think of this sequel to one of the most acclaimed television shows.  Outro music: Jim White - Static On The Radio  

In episode 230, Peter and Mariano revisit the Marisa Tomei and Robert Downey Jr. romcom Only You for it's 25th anniversary. Peter also interviews the writer of the film, Diane Drake, and they have a discussion about the Ouija board, the creative writing process of the film, and her memories of the ongoings on set. Visit Diane Drake's website here. Purchase her book "Get Your Story Straight" at at Amazon here. Outro music: Louis Armstrong - Only You

In episode 229, Peter and Mariano are joined by Allegra for a review of Frank Darabont's Shawshank Redemption, based on the Stephen King novella. Celebrating it's 25th anniversary, they take a look back and see if the movie still holds up. Outro music: Hank Williams - Lovesick Blues

In episode 228, Peter and Mariano are back to review a Van Damme classic for it's 25th anniversary. They make comparisons to the tv show Time Trax and talk about some of JCVD's other movies. Also find out which one realizes they're a Jean-Claude Van Damme fan. Outro music: Mark Isham - Time Cop

In episode 227, Peter and Mariano are back to talk about Earth Girls Are Easy for it's belated 30th anniversary and ponder whether if it was considered a classic. During a period when Geena Davis and Jeff Goldblum were married and before Damon Wayans and Jim Carrey were on In Living Color, many discussions are to be had! Outro music : Julie Brown - Earth Girls Are Easy

In episode 226, Peter and Tyler give their non spoiler initial thoughts on the reboot of the classic slasher Child's Play. After the break, they get into spoilers and discuss some of the differences between the reboot and the original film from 1988. Outro music: Bear McCreary - The Buddi Song

In episode 225, Mariano and Allegra continue their Podstalgic takeover. This week they review the latest film from Pixar, Toy Story 4. Find out if Pixar has more magic for us from the beloved franchise. 

In episode 224, Allegra and Mariano take over Podstalgic this week to cover Rocketman. Find out what they think of this biopic on musical legend Elton John. Even though they confess to not being fans of musicals, this film may be an exception for them. 

In episode 223, Peter and Mariano are joined by Allegra for a discussion of Netflix's latest release, Always Be My Baby. In her directorial debut, Nahnatchka Khan reunites with Randall Park (Fresh Off the Boat) and Ali Wong (Baby Cobra) for a romcom centered around childhood friends who end up falling in with each other when they grow up. Outro music: Mariah Carey - Always Be My Baby

In episode 222, Peter returns with Mariano for a discussion of Field of Dreams for it's 30th anniversary. Peter, being a first time watcher, gives his thoughts while Mariano shares his history with the beloved classic. Outro music: James Horner - Field of Dreams