Just an everyday comic, movie and music geek from the Northwest with lots to talk about and opinions to share. And I Stand Strong on all of them.
In this episode I wrap up the list of the best movies from every year of my life. I pick up the list at 2004 up until today. as Always you can reach me at standstrongcast@gmail.com with any questions or comments.
In this episode I start a two part episode where I go through each year of my life and choose my favorite movie that came out that year. This was a tough one to put together so join me on this fun trip through the first part of my life through film.
In this episode I dive into the discussion of video games that really dropped the ball in some way, shape or form. These of course are just my opinions. If you would like to let me know some games that dropped the ball in your eyes you can reach the show at standstrongcast@gmail.com.
In this episode I discuss some of my favorite movies that I have watched this year. Not movies that released this year, though there are a few of those I talk about. You can reach the show at standstrongcast@gmail.com
In this episode I discuss some of the things that I have to do to make things make sense in pop culture. Be it Movies, Comics, or Video Games. So join me on this journey through my personal head cannon. You can reach the show at standstrongcast@gmail.com
In this episode I discuss my thoughts on Director's Cuts and alternate cuts of movies. Are they good? So join me on this discussion of film.
I recently picked up Red Dead Redemption 2 after three years. Now I want to share my thoughts on how great of a game it is.
In this episode I have some fun talking about apects in horror movies that don't make sense or I need more explanation for. Keep in mind this is just me having fun with one of my favorite genres of movies. And be warned I do have a mild spolier for Alien:Romulus in this episode.
In this episode I discuss some movies that I wish I could experience again for the first time. I don't get too spoilery in this discussion but if you want to go in blind to see any of the films discuss here is the list of movies I discuss. the Usual Suspects, Unbreakable, the Thing, Alien/Alien:Romulus,Shutter Island and Fight Club
In this return episode I recently saw Alien:Romulus and wanted to breakdown my rankings on the entire Alien franchise. So join me as I rank the exploits of the Xenomorph from worst to best.
In this episode I decided to show why I named my podcast "I Stand Strong!" and air some of my unpopular opinions in pop culture. So join me as I discuss some of my many opinions and like the name suggests I stand strong on all of them. If you want to tell me I'm wrong on any of my opinions you can reach the show at standstrongcast@gmail.com
In this episode I continue my best of 2023 with my favorite movies of the year. Join me as I discuss my favorite films to be released over the year.
I did a lot of gaming in 2023 and I want to share some of my favorites. So join me as I breakdown the games that left the best impressions.
In this episode I tackle the battle of adapting a book to the screen. So join me in talking about my fsavorite adaptations of books to the big snd small screens.
In this episode Tony joins me to talk about Sony's Spider-Man 2. It goes without saying that there will be spoilers for the game. So join us for this "Amazing" Episode... Some would even say it's "Spectacular" or "Ultimate" or maybe "Web of"...
In this episode I wanted to talk about some directors that I just havent been able to see what other people do. Fair warning I do make some potential hot takes in this episode. You can reach the show at standstrongcast@gmail.com
In this episode I was inspired to discuss some of the movies that I feel don't get the attention they deserve. So join me in getting some attention for these great movies. you can reach me at standstrongcast@gmail.com
For my 50th episode I am joinbed by Tony and Michelle for a fun filled time where Michelle holds the keys to the topics. Unfortunately the audio for Michelle and Tony came through a little low volume and I'm not an expert on the editing side so I apologize.
It's the Spooky Season!!!! So in this episode I discuss my favorite movies to get myself into the spirit of the Halloween season. You can contact the show at standstrongcast@gmail.com
It's time for the final showdown between Commander Shepard and the crew of the Normandy against the impending Reaper invasion. How does Mass Effect 3 hold up as an ending to the trilogy? Join me to find out.
My three parter continues as I talk about Mass Effect 2 and all of it's DLC content. So join me and see how I feel it holds up.
I have started playing through the Mass Effect trilogy again since I have the Legendary Collection on my PS5. In this episode I breakdown the first Mass Effect. Find out if I feel it still holds up as well as I remember since its been awhile since Ive played the series. If you want to reach the show you can at standstrongcast@gmail.com
In this episode the discussion is Video Game sequels that meet or surpass the original game. I roped Tony in again because he got the idea for the topic stuck in my head, so Join us on this adventure with only a few side tracks to the conversation. You can reach me at standstrongcast@gmail.com with comments, questions or ideas for future topics.
In this episode Tony joins me once again to discuss our favorite narrative plot twists in video games. But as usual we go off topic several times. And it should probably go without saying that there will be spoilers to several games in our discussions. As always you can reach the show at standstrongcast@gmail.com
In this episode I talk about games that I feel have the best Replayability. Whether its for the endgame content or just simply because the story is so good that it makes me want to experience it over and over again. These games are the games I could replay again and again. If you would like to contact me with comments, questions or potential topics you can email me at standstrongcast@gmail.com
In this episode Tony joims me to talk about some of our favorite comic artists. And prepare yourself there are some controversial comments in these discussions. If you would like to reach the show with comments or questions you can email me at standstrongcast@gmail.com
In this episode I discuss some of my favorite writers in the medium of comics. So join me as a breakdown my favorite writers and some of my favotite books they've created. You can reach the show at standstrongcast@gmail.com
In this episode I discuss some of my favorite movies that are focused around sports. You can reach the show at standstrongcast@gmail.com
In this episode I discuss one of the most wide ranging horror franchises to ever be made. The Evil Dead. I discuss the original Sam Raimi trilogy as well as the 2013 remake/reboot and the Ash Vs. the Evil Dead tv series. A always you can contact me at standstrongcast@gmail.com
In this episode I return to the world of Scream to talk about Scream VI. Where does it stand in the grand vision of the Scream Franchise?
In this episode Tony and I talk about video game Remakes and Remasters. Both the good and bad. If you want to reach the show with comments, questions or ideas for topics you can get a hold of the show at standstrongcast@gmail.com
In this episode I talk about some of the better horror movies I've watched recently. Keep in mind these are movies that are new to me, not necessarily new movies. As always if you would like to reach me with comments, questions or suggestions you can email me at standstrongcast@gmail.com
In thid episode Tony joins me for a conversation where we discuss the possible effects of the loss of video rental stores and other businesses similar to them. And of course there are several sidetracks to our conversation.
In this episode I discuss one of my favorite TV shows of all time, M*A*S*H. So join me as I breakdown the shenanigans of the 4077th as they joke, drink and do whatever else it takes for them to survive in Korea.
In this episode I discuss one of my favorite 80's horror franchise's Nightmare on Elm Street. So join me as I breakdown the movies in order from the 1984 original up to Wes Craven's New Nightmare.
In this episode Tony joins me to talk televison. We break down some of our favorite single episodes of television. Complete as always with side tangents. you can reach the show at standstrongcast@gmail.com
Have you evr got to a moment in a video game you wish you could experience again for the first time? In this episode Tony joins me to talk about some of the greatest moments we wish we could experience again for the first time. As always when Tony joins me there are a few side tangents. If you have any questions, comments or suggestions for future topics you can reach the show at standstrongcast@gmail.com.
In this episode I was inspired to talk about Heist Movies. So join me as I breakdown some of my favorites and try to figure out what it is about heaist movies that are just so good. If you would like to write me with any comments, questions or possible topics you can email me at manbearted@gmail.com
In this episode I'm going solo and talking about one of the best modern horror franchises. More specifically I am going to rank all five of the movies in the Scream franchise from worst to best. So join me as I talk all things Sydney and Ghostface. You can reach the show at standstrongcast@gmail.com
Tony joins me again and we discuss our favorite wrestling matches.... And as usual we get sidetracked with side tangents. So join us as we take a trip down Smackdown Boulevard. You can email the show at standstrongcast@gmail.com
THis year I played lots of games, so I decided to talk about my favorites. But Im not doing this one alone. Tony is back and bringing some of his favorites to the table as well. You can reach the show at standstrongcast@gmail.com
I didnt get the chance to watch as many movies this year as I usually do. But I still wnat to share some of my favorites that I watched this year. Most of which weren't actually released in 2022. You can reach the show at standstrongcast@gmail.com
I have played most of the FromSoft games and the bosses are almost all iconic. So I am listing my favorites of the bunch. If you would like to get a hold of me with questions or comments email me at standstrong@gmail.com,
In my absence I made a major life change.... Join me as I recount what's been going on in my time away, and take the first steps on the next phase of my life.
In this I am joined by Tony as we reutrn to the Lands Between and talk about Elden Ring. We discuss the differences of our playthroughs and what works and doesnt work in the game. Keep in mind I had just finished up my Platinum on Elden Ring and Tony had just gotten to the final stretch on his first ever playthrough of a Soulsborne game. So join us on this fun little adventure complete with random side tangents.
Is it possible for a band to change lead singers and still be good??? I decide to give some examples of how it can work....
In this episode I break down my most recent major bout with my depression. It wasn't easy to open up on this one, but it was greatly therapeutic.
There are some really iconic albums out there, Abbey Road by the Beatles and IV/Zoso by Led Zepplin for example. But that's not what I want to talk about. In this episode I wanted to talk about albums I feel deserve more attention. So join me as I dig into some of my favorite albums, some by really popular artists and a few that a little more obscure. So take a seat, get comfortable and Let's Rock This Podcast!!! You can reach the show with questions, comments or topics at standstrongcast@gmail.com. I would love to hear from the listeners. Albums discussed Full Devil Jacket- Full Devil Jacket (2000) Motley Crue- Motley Crue (1994) Funeral For Yesterday- Kittie (2007) Motograter- Motograter (2002) Animosity- Sevendust (2001) Slave to the Grind- Skid Row (1991)
In my opinion it's hard to make horror work in the comic format, but it can work. In this episode I dive into my favorite examples of the times it did work. So join me on the dark side of comics. You can reach the show at standstrongcast@gmail.com comics discussed: Nailbiter from Image Comics B.P.R.D. from Dark Horse the Strain from Dark Horse Jughead: the Hunger from Archie Comics Locke and Key from IDW
From Dark Souls: Remastered to Elden Ring I have played and beat all of the FromSoftware titles (with the exception of Demon's Souls....Yet!!). It has been a long bumpy journey with a lot of false starts. But once it got officially started it became a journey I have treasured more than most gaming journey's I have experienced. So join me as I take you through the ups and downs of some of the most challenging yet rewarding gaming to me.
Can a good performance from a single actor or actress save a movie from being truly bad? My best friend Tony joins me again to discuss just that. so join us as we talk about some good performances in less than great movies.