ID4 Minutes at a Time

Scholar/gentlemen/regional theater critic and mysterious science writer Devon Coleman helps us bring this subway to the station.We talk about the lenticular VHS cover for this movie, along with the 5-Star Edition DVD set. Devon talks about the 25 year old movie goof he finally saw. And we get into the major themes of Independence Day in a pre and post-9/11 America.Also, we reveal what Lulu's real name is.

This week, we talk about Independence Day with Laus “Nicholaüs” Weindel. Laus talks about Goldblum's smart choices and David Arnold's incredible music. Tyler goes off on his personal vendetta against Spacemoms.Also, Tyler has some news.

This week, our guest is Patch, Lulu Nagel's husband! Patch talks about the specific night that he and Lulu actually saw Independence Day at the Highland Mall on July 3rd, 1996.Lulu posits a conspiracy theory that Randy Quaid sabotaged his own missile through incompetence. We also get to the bottom of why the missiles are called “Foxes.” Tyler and Lulu also re-enact a scene, with Lulu busting out her flawless Robert Loggia impression.Patch stumps Tyler, our resident film scholar, with an incredible reference to Jeff Goldblum's oeuvre.We also FINALLY get to watch the infamous alternate ending of Independence Day. And Patch tells an insane story…about a chicken.

We're with comedian Joe Parsons, a certified ID4 expert. We talk about how the characters in ID4 have never played a video game. Joe Parsons also alludes to a now-famous Jeff Goldblum catchphrase. And Lulu shares her very real trauma about tight spaces.Also, paying off a set up from the beginning of the podcast, Tyler finally unleashes his Jay Leno impression.For more Joe Parsons, visit MasterPancake.comOur Social Media:Twitter: @ID4MinutesInstagram: @ID4MinutesFacebook: ID4 Minutes 

Today, we’re talking with Ben Bartley, aka Kentucky Ben from Master Pancake. He talks about making fun of Independence Day literally in front of Bill Pullman, then drinking all his booze. We talk about how actor Erik Pascal earns the Oscar for best radar technician who gives a thumbs up.Ben Bartley also talks about Starwhackers, Randy Quaid’s unfortunate conspiracy theory and one of the supposed reasons Quaid moved to Canada. And we pose a challenge to our listeners.For more Ben Bartley, visit MasterPancake.com 

This week, we talk with comedian Bri Hudock, who has never seen Independence Day. We see the Mothership in a wide shot, which apparently looks like a *expletive deleted*. We also wonder why the alien cockpit has SO much space.Lulu also talks about dirt daubers at great length.Our Social Media:Twitter: @ID4MinutesInstagram: @ID4MinutesFacebook: ID4 Minutes

This week, Jacob Hall, managing editor of Slashfilm, comes to defend Independence Day as one of the great pieces of American blockbuster cinema. He also makes a passionate defense for Prometheus, we finally talk about David Arnold’s masterful score.Jacob also talks about other commanders-in-chief who have led troops into battle while being president. We also talk about our favorite extras during Bill Pullman’s speech. Tyler also takes us to film school and talks about the themes of “family” through Independence Day.Find more Jacob  Hall at Slashfilm.Our Social Media:Twitter: @ID4MinutesInstagram: @ID4MinutesFacebook: ID4 Minutes

This week, Chuy Zarate helps out Tyler and Lulu by talking over Kenny’s amazing segue into the episode. We attempt to figure out why they wouldn’t just attach 2 nuclear weapons to the alien ship instead of just the one.We also talk about Robert Loggia shilling for Big OJ. The actress that plays Constance gets the spotlight for a bit. And Chuy is convinced that Constance is trying to trick Goldblum into getting remarried.Our Social Media:Twitter: @ID4MinutesInstagram: @ID4MinutesFacebook: ID4 Minutes

This week, our guest Asaf Ronen helps us pitch some campaign slogans for Thomas Whitmore’s presidential campaign. We also find out what James Rebhorn’s character’s name is (FINALLY). The team also talks about the incredibly unsubtle names of all the characters.The podcast also talks about Will Smith’s sexiness and how he pulls off that rare feat of transitioning from sitcom star to Hollywood icon.Kenny also gives Lulu…A SPOILER.Our Social Media:Twitter: @ID4MinutesInstagram: @ID4MinutesFacebook: ID4 MinutesGet more Asaf Ronen at http://yesand.com/

Today, Jeff Goldblum is BACK! And we’re talking exposition with our guests Siedah and Jon Rhoads.We continue exploring what conasta might be. Lulu does a flawless Adam Baldwin impression. We also talk James Rebhorn, his importance in these 4 minutes, and about smarmy b-holes in cinema. Kenny also goes on a loooong explanation about a plothole. Our Social Media:Twitter: @ID4MinutesInstagram: @ID4MinutesFacebook: ID4 MinutesListen to Siedah & Jon at LassoCast.com

This week, actor Jordan T. Maxwell joins us to try and turn this podcast into a Falcon and Winter Soldier podcast! Tyler takes us to school and educates us about “The Long Dark Tea Time of the Soul” moment in screenwriting. He also uses “Dude, Where’s My Car?” as a teaching example.We also come to the conclusion that no one knows what conasta actually is.Our Social Media:Twitter: @ID4MinutesInstagram: @ID4MinutesFacebook: ID4 Minutes

This week, James and Mary Murray join us for what Tyler describes as the best kiss of 1997 (according to the MTV Movie Awards). We also talk about how trigger happy James Rebhorn’s character is and how happy James and Mary are to see Houston get nuked. We also talk about Jeff Goldblum’s career as…an apartment finder?Our Social Media:Twitter: @ID4MinutesInstagram: @ID4MinutesFacebook: ID4 Minutes

This week, host Lulu Nagel guides us through Minutes 48-52 of a Jason Bateman classic. What else would you expect?Our Social Media:Twitter: @ID4MinutesInstagram: @ID4MinutesFacebook: ID4 Minutes

Actress/musician/registered nurse Megan Flynn sings the long established “Lulu’s Predictions” theme song. We also find out that the actress that plays Constance was in As the World Turns. Lulu also predicts that Adam Baldwin is a secret alien agent. Tyler also tells his Princess Diana story, and the ID4 Crew fanciest potential replacements for *gasp* Jeff Goldblum?!Our Social Media:Twitter: @ID4MinutesInstagram: @ID4MinutesFacebook: ID4 Minutes

This week! We introduce a new Color Hat ranking system for ID4 familiarity. We talk about external threats and the end of the Cold War in the 90s. Guest Stephanie Chiarello also asks how close the alien popping open is to childbirth. We also talk far too much about the ID4 sequel that is a movie that exists.Also, Stephanie throws down the gauntlet: she doesn’t think Goldblum. Is sexy. And that ID4 is NOT a feminist masterpiece.Our Social Media:Twitter: @ID4MinutesInstagram: @ID4MinutesFacebook: ID4 Minutes

Lulu reveals that she has a fear of elevators. Also, guest Tina Jackson talks about her sucky pandemic, we talk about urban legends involving SPIDERS, and Tina makes a point on the extreme feminism of ID4. We also debate the Bill Pullman Presidency and if President Thomas Whitmore is a Republican or a Democrat.Our Social Media:Twitter: @ID4MinutesInstagram: @ID4MinutesFacebook: ID4 Minutes

Lulu nails the predictions this week. We also talk about Pootie Trois, pickled aliens, circle doors, and Christmas parties at the Pentagon. Also, guest Jennifer Bateman remembers even less about ID4 than Lulu, so we ask her to predict what’s happened in the movie so far.Our Social Media:Twitter: @ID4MinutesInstagram: @ID4MinutesFacebook: ID4 Minutes

We’re finally at Area 51! This week, we talk about what’s on the other 23 floors of Area 51, what non-RV based movies Randy Quaid has been in, and Kenny notices an oddly placed eye washing station. Also, we finally talk about if alien life actually exists. And, finally, our incredible guest, author/comedian Les McGehee, tells a story worthy of a raconteur.Our Social Media:Twitter: @ID4MinutesInstagram: @ID4MinutesFacebook: ID4 Minutes

Actual raconteur Paul Normandin joins us on the Zoom studio! We talk about phallic symbols, Judd Hirsch’s “subtle” acting, the return of Goldblum, and we FINALLY have a guest that HATES THIS MOVIE.Our Social Media:Twitter: @ID4MinutesInstagram: @ID4MinutesFacebook: ID4 Minutes 

Actor/doctor Jennifer Dorsey comes to the show and gets all hot and bothered for our friend, Jeff.  We talk about Goldblum and his vibes, fathers and masculinity in this movie, and at what time this movie passes the Bechdel Test. Also, flimsy galactic exoskeletons.Review us on Apple Podcasts! We like our show and we'd like other people to like it, too!Our Social Media:Twitter: @ID4MinutesInstagram: @ID4MinutesFacebook: ID4 Minutes

Actor/podcaster Lane Ingram joins us to close out our first hour of Independence Day!We talk about silly names, seeing Independence Day in theaters, and we finally talk Mars Attacks!Listen to Lane's podcast, Yeah But Are You Happy? on Coldtowne Radio.Review us on Apple Podcasts! We like our show and we'd like other people to like it, too!Our Social Media:Twitter: @ID4MinutesInstagram: @ID4MinutesFacebook: ID4 Minutes

We talk with actor/comedian/foley artist Chris Bonno, who did foley work for Independence Day!This week, Lulu plays a game, we deal with a drought of Goldblum, Lulu reads out the Defcon exercise terms, and talk to Chris about his long and esteemed career in the foley world.Review us on Apple Podcasts! We like our show and we'd like other people to like it, too!Our Social Media:Twitter: @ID4MinutesInstagram: @ID4MinutesFacebook: ID4 Minutes

Filmmaker/performer Gloria Rabil joins us to talk about a movie she really didn't like all that much.We talk about Mae Whitman, subtlety, if fires only travel in straight lines, and the creepy parallels between ID4 in 1996 and today in 2021.Review us on Apple Podcasts! We like our show and we'd like other people to like it, too!Our Social Media:Twitter: @ID4MinutesInstagram: @ID4MinutesFacebook: ID4 Minutes

This week, everything blows up.We talk to Lawrence and Ken Littleton, two brothers that also happened to work on the most iconic shot of the entire movie: the White House blowing up. We get the nitty gritty of post-production details on this movie, including the 9 month/7-day-a-week work schedule the brothers had to adhere to while finishing the movie.We also try to get answers on the dolphin motif, talk about social proof in communication, and being on the bleeding edge of digital compositing. We also talk about the very real labor abuses happening in the visual effects industry and the absolutely ludicrous lifestyle required to survive in blockbuster filmmaking today.Review us on Apple Podcasts! We like our show and we'd like other people to like it, too!Our Social Media:Twitter: @ID4MinutesInstagram: @ID4MinutesFacebook: ID4 Minutes

The dulcet tones of Heidi Rogers grace us on this week's episode. We talk about more fish motifs, the size of Jeff Goldblum’s satellites, Saved by the Bell: The College Years, how The West Wing would’ve handled an alien invasion, and we spend a solid 60 seconds on doing Daniel Tiger impressions. Also, our most vulgar episode yet.More of Heidi can be found on FB @KennyRogersImprovReview us on Apple Podcasts! We like our show and we'd like other people to like it, too!Our Social Media:Twitter: @ID4MinutesInstagram: @ID4MinutesFacebook: ID4 Minutes

Actor/musician Ryan Hill of Fragile Rock joins us to talk about what we believe is the worst 4 minutes of the movie so far.We talk about EGOTs, the weird dolphin motif running through this movie, Ryan talks about aliens being REAL, and Lulu verbally abuses everyone on the podcast.Review us on Apple Podcasts! We like our show and we'd like other people to like it, too!Social Media:Twitter: @ID4MinutesInstagram: @ID4MinutesFacebook: ID4 Minutes

Actor/comedian/4th grade teacher Camille Hunziker joins us in this loopy episode. We talk about Kenny running on 3 hours of sleep, Harry Connick Jr., Kenny saying DAVID Whitmore, the Mandalorian, and our favorite bouts of uncontrollable laughter.Review us on Apple Podcasts! We like our show and we'd like other people to like it, too!Social Media:Twitter: @ID4MinutesInstagram: @ID4MinutesFacebook: ID4 Minutes

We talk about ID4 being a clever shortening on Independence Day, throwing tin cans at the alien ships, Lulu's computer fails, and guest Britain Spellings tells his humiliating story about being cast on Jimmy Kimmel Live.Review us on Apple Podcasts! We like our show and we'd like other people to like it, too!Social Media:Twitter: @ID4Minutes Instagram: @ID4MinutesFacebook: ID4 Minutes

Comedian/film critic John Gholson joins us! We talk about Independence Day being the first 24 hour movie, why there isn’t as much nostalgia about Independence Day, and we see Will Smith actually do things! Review us on Apple Podcasts! We like our show and we'd like other people to like it, too!Social Media:Twitter: @ID4Minutes Instagram: @ID4MinutesFacebook: ID4 Minutes

Scarlett Alexandra of the Netflixmas Podcast joins us to watch Oreo Cookies arrive at Earth!We talk about watching media IN Washington D.C., the Asylum mock buster “Independent’s Day,” make candy puns for 2 minutes, and introduce the Jeff-con scale. Review us on Apple Podcasts! We like our show and we'd like other people to like it, too! Social Media:Twitter: @ID4Minutes Instagram: @ID4MinutesFacebook: ID4 Minutes

Racontress Amy Averett joins us to talk about planes dropping from the sky! This week, we talk about Randy Quaid, Dennis Quaid, and we have a tiny fictional Presidential draft.

Emily Breedlove joins us to talk about buildings blowing up, New York blowing up, and Mecha Kaiju battles (Wait…that can’t be right) Also, Lulu talks about the joys of falling asleep in kids movies and Tyler keeps accidentally saying Lulu’s secret identity on mic.

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Improviser/performer Aspen Webster joins us to chat Goldblum's wrist, Goldblum's chest, and Goldblum Goldblum Goldblum! Also, some aliens and stuff.

We're celebrating 25 years of the film Independence Day by watching it 4 minutes at a time! Join Tyler (loves it forever), Kenny (likes it since recently), and Lulu (doesn't remember anything about it) as they break down everything, STARTING with the 20th Century Fox logo.