Men Of Action Podcast

The Men Of Action Present a new spinoff series called “The Importance of Seeing Ernest”. Remember the Ernest films from the 80's & 90's starring Jim Varney? No! Well, Andrew Crupi of 'The Men of Action Podcast'  does and during the 2021 Adelaide Fringe Festival he watched all 9 Ernest films in release order & presented his theory on "The Importance of Seeing Ernest” to a live theatre audience at the amazing “House Of Spaghetti” venue. Happy Halloween Episode 4 of “The Importance of Seeing Ernest” is Ernest Scared Stupid (1991) Famously this was the show where we had NO AUDIENCE! My Co- hosts were Al Grace and Mike Baldock.    Each show was recorded live on stage, some recorded better than others, so please excuse any drops or distortions in sound quality, I have done my best to clean it in the edit.

The Men Of Action Present a new spinoff series called “The Importance of Seeing Ernest”. Remember the Ernest films from the 80's & 90's starring Jim Varney? No! Well, Andrew Crupi of 'The Men of Action Podcast'  does and during the 2021 Adelaide Fringe Festival he watched all 9 Ernest films in release order & presented his theory on "The Importance of Seeing Ernest” to a live theatre audience at the amazing “House Of Spaghetti” venue. Episode 3 of “The Importance of Seeing Ernest” is Ernest Goes to Jail (1990) and my Co- hosts were David Hirst and Miranda Pike.    Each show was recorded live on stage, some recorded better than others, so please excuse any drops or distortions in sound quality, I have done my best to clean it in the edit.

The Men Of Action Present a new spinoff series called “The Importance of Seeing Ernest”.   Remember the Ernest films from the 80's & 90's starring Jim Varney? No! Well, Andrew Crupi of 'The Men of Action Podcast'  does and during the 2021 Adelaide Fringe Festival he watched all 9 Ernest films in release order & presented his theory on "The Importance of Seeing Ernest” to a live theatre audience at the amazing “House Of Spaghetti” venue.   Episode 2 of “The Importance of Seeing Ernest” is Ernest Saves Christmas (1988) and my Co- hosts were Alan Grace and Kieran McNamara.    Each show was recorded live on stage, some recorded better than others, so please excuse any drops or distortions in sound quality, I have done my best to clean it in the edit.

The Men Of Action Present a new spinoff series called “The Importance of Seeing Ernest”. Remember the Ernest films from the 80's & 90's starring Jim Varney? No! Well, Andrew Crupi of 'The Men of Action Podcast'  does and during the 2021 Adelaide Fringe Festival he watched all 9 Ernest films in release order & presented his theory on "The Importance of Seeing Ernest” to a live theatre audience at the amazing “House Of Spaghetti”venue.Each episode in this spinoff MOA Podcast series will focus on 1 film in the Ernest cannon that Crupi and 2 guest hosts watched then went out on stage to discuss as a live comedy podcast. Will we find a grand connected narrative through the films? Will Crupi go mad? Will we finally understand what Ernest ment? Will anyone be interested in this? Have a listen to each episode and decide for yourself. Episode 1 is Ernest Goes to Camp (1987) and my Co- hosts were Eddie Morrison and Peter Cortissos.  Each show was recorded live on stage, some recorded better than others, so please excuse any drops or distortions in sound quality, I have done my best to clean it in the edit. NOTE: Men Of Action fans we will still be releasing new MOA Podcast episodes later in the year. We just needed to take some time off this year for personal and professional reasons and these episodes of “The Importance of Seeing Ernest” were gathering dust in the Pantheon so we thought it best to release them before they exploded.

Just a quick update from Crupi regarding our up coming episodes.  

On this episode of “The Men of Action Podcast'' it's another Paul Verhoeven movie so we called in reinforcements, a grizzled old veteran from our past whose knowledge of giant bugs and spaceships is unmatched, Mr Eddie Morrison. So strap into your dropship, grab an assault rifle and get ready to crush some bugs as we watch the 1997 action SciFi classic Starship Troopers. A movie Graham, Eddie and Crupi had all seen before … because of course we had?          Would you like to know more?  Checkout the Starship Troopers IMBD Page Would you like to know more?  Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify

It's that time of year again for the “The Men of Action Podcast'' where we pull out the Yule Log, grab a brandy and put our phones in potato chip packets so the government or Santa Clause can't track our calls, that's right it's our annual Christmas episode.  This year we sat down to watch the technical action thriller Enemy Of the State from 1998. A movie Graham had seen and Crupi had not. To all our listeners Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you all and thank you for your continuing support. Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the Enemy Of The State IMBD Page Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify  

On this episode of “The Men of Action Podcast'' we've scaled some lofty heights to bring you another quality episode. But, don't worry the episode will end. We won't leave you on a Cliffhanger like the film of the same name from the year 1993. A movie both Graham and Crupi had seen.  Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the Cliffhanger IMBD Page Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify

On this episode of “The Men of Action Podcast” we were skating on thin ice, when out of nowhere something happened that wasn't expected and caused someone near us to stop living…. You might say we witnessed a Sudden Death from the year 1995. A movie nether Graham or Crupi had seen.     Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the Sudden Death IMBD Page Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify

After a bit of a break we are happy to say “The Men Of Action” are back, and on this episode we revisit an absolute 90's action classic Passenger 57 from 1992. A movie both Graham and Crupi had seen along with everyone else in the world because it was always on. Programing Note: Thank you to all our listeners for your patience on the release of the episode without getting into too much detail, life got a bit hectic for both of us this year and we just needed some time to focus on some other things. But do not fear action fans, we're not finished the Pantheon yet, so we are still recording and will be back in your ears with more episodes soon.     Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the Passenger 57 IMDB Page      Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify

Calling all aspiring Olympians! Through feats of strength and savvy (but mostly podcast listening) you may join the Men of Action on a fantastic voyage! A voyage into a magical bygone epoch known as 'the 1960s'. Encounter the legendary Ray Harryhausen, ponder the lesser-known labours of Hercules and fight a losing battle to stop pronouncing it 'skellingtons'. Quick! Feast your ears on this epic episode before mischievous harpies devour it, leaving you naught but scraps! In this episode the Men of Action set sail with 1963's Jason and the Argonauts. A movie both Crupi and Graham had seen but for which Crupi has felt the sting of an arrow deftly loosed from Eros' bow.  Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify

On this episode of “The Men Of Action Podcast” we have reached the end of Graham's long career of stealing podcast episodes from Crupi. While Graham was assembling a crack team of some of his favorite action movies from the 80's and 90's like On Her Majesty's Secret Service, Midnight Run, Akira and Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, Crupi has been hot on his tail waiting to confront him near an airport runway. But before their final confrontation these two legends of podcasting decided to put their differences aside and over a cup of coffee discuss the 1995 action drama Heat. A movie Graham had seen and Crupi had not     Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the Heat IMDB Page      Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify

  On this episode of “The Men Of Action Podcast” we're men, manly men, we're men of action in tights, tight tights. We watch action movies and put them in the pantheon that's right! We may sound like idiots, but watch what you say or else we'll put out your lights… Hang on haven't we done Robin Hood?  What!? There are how many? We're not going to do all of them are we?  Ok so just the 1991 action movie Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves phew.  A movie both Graham and Crupi had seen. Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the Robin Hood Prince of Thieves IMDB Page      Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify

On this episode of “The Men Of Action Podcast” Graham is still in motorcycle driving seat of the podcast and sharing with Crupi some of his favorite 80's and 90's action movies. For this episode we are re-visiting Neo Tokyo with the 1988 groundbreaking Anime and action classic  Akira. A movie both Graham and Crupi had seen.     Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the Akira IMDB Page      Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify

On this episode of “The Men Of Action Podcast” Graham has handcuffed Crupi and is taking him across the USA to hand him in for the big bounty on his head. As we travel across the country Graham is taking control of the podcast for the next few episodes and making Crupi watch some of his favorite 80’s and 90’s action movies. Starting with the 1988 action classic  Midnight Run. A movie Graham had seen and Crupi had not.     Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the Midnight Run IMDB Page      Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify

The Men of Action are back! Ready for a daring alpine raid on 1969's On Her Majesty's Secret Service. Ernst Stavro Blofeld's evil plot to spread a virus around the world may have caused a delay between episodes, but this pair of swaggering Australians have bluffed their way into the role of a lifetime: reviewing George Lazenby's singular outing as James Bond, 007. This is a movie Graham had seen and Crupi had not. 'This never happened to the other fella!' says Crupi, quite erroneously. Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify

Chapter 54: on this episode... 1995's Virtuosity... we shut the gates(!) because we've programmed all of the world's podcasters into a single AI. But we had to ask ourselves, did this film really deserve a spot in the Pantheon of Action? From Andrew Crupi and Graham Self it's "The Men of Action Podcast", one genre told bi-monthly or occasionally only once a month. Stay sexy and don't get murdered by Russell Crowe... or frankly Denzel Washington who is a loose cannon in this movie which Crupi had seen but Graham only learned about during a heavy-handed flashback.

We’re the Men of Action Brothers and podcasting's our game, we’re not like the others who get all the fame, If your entertainment’s in trouble, you can call us on the double. We’re funnier than the others, you’ll be hooked on the brothers.  Yo, you’re in for a treat, because on the episode this week, we’ve got action, adventure and remarkable feats. You’ll meet, Mario, Luigi, Kooper and his troopers, the Princess, Yoshi and all the others. Hanging with Graham and Crupi you’ll be hooked on the brothers…..I said hooked on the brothers. We watched the 1993 live action Super Mario Bros movie.   Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the Super Mario Bros. IMDB Page      Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify

On this episode of “The Men Of Action Podcast” after getting out of jail we’ve been coerced by some eccentric millionaires to steal three of Leonardo Da Vinci’s artifacts in the hopes of rebuilding his fabled ‘Gold Making Machine’. With the CIA and the Vatican secret police hot on our tails the only way we’re gonna get out of this predicament is through a series of darring heists, crooning along to “swinging on a star” and watching the 1991 action movie Hudson Hawk. A movie Graham and Crupi had both seen before. Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the Hudson Hawk IMDB Page      Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify

Twas the night before Christmas, on this action 'cast, just one movie remaining. For twenty-twenty, its last! We'd seen weapons so lethal and John McClane too, what possible Xmas was left to review? 'Shane Black!' you all cried 'for he's done so many,' but we thought and thought and could not choose any! Suddenly at once the "Men of Action" did say, 'That Schwarzenegger romp, Jingle All the Way' Crupi had watched it, or at least seen a bit,   while Graham has usual hadn't seen sh*t. Now enjoy this podcast, and this off-the-cuff rhyme "Happy Christmas to all, and to all it's turbo time!" faf

After 50+ episodes the irreplaceable Men of Action are finally given a mission they cannot accept. That mission? Not discussing Chow Yun-fat's 1998 Hollywood debut The Replacement Killers. Not discussing this movie is a line the Andrew Crupi and Graham Self refuse to cross. Consequences be danged! A movie Crupi had seen and Graham had not.

Join us for a very special episode of the "The Men of Action Podcast". Weep as Crupi battles a debilitating sausage addiction. Listen from the edge of your seat as Graham becomes lost in a Harryhausen world of imaginary horrors and laugh as our hosts talk about the possible demise of movie going as we know it. In this special episode the Men of Action look back on their last 10 episodes, including their Cannon Films mini-series, and generally talk a lot of nonsense.

On this flashback episode of “The Men Of Action Podcast” we’re men, manly men, we’re men of action in tights, tight tights. We watch action movies and put them in the pantheon that’s right! We may sound like idiots, but watch what you say or else we’ll put out your lights.    It’s our 50 episode (sort of) and to celebrate we watched  the 1938 classic action movie The Adventures Of Robin Hood.  A movie Graham had seen and Crupi had not.   Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the The Adventures Of Robin Hood IMDB Page      Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify

On this episode of the Men of action podcast watch our fourth and final film of our deep dive into the action films of 80’s and 90’s production powerhouse Cannon Films. Join us as we journey deep into the underbelly of Hong Kong to take part in the most secretive of martial arts tournaments the Kumite and fight for the honor of our sick master. But before we go we should watch the 1988 film Bloodsport so we know what to expect. A movie neither Graham or Crupi had seen before. Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the Bloodsport IMDB Page    Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify

On this episode of the Men of action podcast we are joined by the most powerful man in all the cosmos Eddie Morrison as we visit our third film of our four part deep dive into the action films of 80’s and 90’s production powerhouse Cannon Films. To save our home planet Eternia from the evil Skeletor, we must go on a journey of adventure and action to retrieve the Cosmic Key from a strange land called 1980’s Earth. With our Eddie-man by our side will we have the power to get through this episode? You’ll have to listen to find out as we watch the 1987 film Masters of the Universe. A movie neither Graham-man, Eddie-man or Crupi-man had seen before. Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the Masters of the Universe IMDB Page      Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify

On this episode of the Men of action podcast we visit our second film of our four part deep dive into the action films of 80’s and 90’s production powerhouse Cannon Films.  So grab an axe cut a slice of pizza with some scissors and join us as we watch the 1986 gritty cop action film Cobra. A movie neither Graham or Crupi had seen before. Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the Cobra IMDB Page    Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify

On this episode of the Men of action podcast we begin a four part deep dive into the action films of 80’s and 90’s production powerhouse Cannon Films. Through these films we will be looking at some of the key action heroes and movie producing tropes that helped make  Menahem Golan and Yoram Globus the kings of the Hollywood B-movies in the 80’s. We are starting with the 1986 Chuck Norris film The Delta Force. A movie neither Graham or Crupi had seen before.   Content Warning: This film The Delta Force contains scenes and content related to Anti-Semitism, Holocaust trauma and Islamophobia, as such this episode contains discussions around and about those subjects.    Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the The Delta Force IMDB Page      Here is also the link to Vox Media podcast Today, Explained  Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify

On this flashback episode of “The Men Of Action Podcast” we’ve been captured and locked up, but never fear we’ve got an escape plan. Graham “Big X” Self and Andrew “Tunnel King” Crupi are going to dig a series of tunnels using nothing but our sharp wits and penchant for bad jokes to break out of this prison once and for all. It’s not a good escape plan… It's a great escape plan and once free we’ll celebrate by watching the 1963 classic  The Great Escape.  A movie Graham had seen and Crupi had only seen half of. Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the The Great Escape IMDB Page      Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify

In every generation there are a chosen two podcasters, they alone shall watch the action movies of the 80’s and 90’s and deem them worthy of the Pantheon Of Action, they are the Men Of Action. On this episode we watched the 1992 action vampire movie Buffy The Vampire Slayer. A movie both Crupi and Graham had seen and that started one of the most influential TV shows ever.    Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the Buffy the Vampire Slayer IMDB Page        Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify

On this episode of “The Men Of Action Podcast” we watched the 1996 action blockbuster The Rock. A movie both Crupi and Graham had seen.      Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the The Rock IMDB Page        Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify

On this episode of “The Men Of Action Podcast” we’re calling all Hong Kong Cavaliers, Blue Blaze Originals and Rug Zugers to join us in our most crazy adventure yet. So, hop into the rocket car fire up the oscillation overthruster and get ready to watch the 1984 cult classic The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension. A movie Crupi has seen and Graham had not.   Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension IMDB Page        Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify  

On this episode of “The Men Of Action Podcast” we received a message on our old 90’s laptops telling us to watch the 1995 buddy assassin movie Assassins. A movie Crupi has seen and Graham has not. Sorry no time for better jokes in the description this week.  Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the Assassins IMDB Page      Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify

Four more podcasts, that’s right “The Men Of Action Podcast” Very Special Episode Goes Fourth. This is another episode where Graham and Crupi sit down to compare and contrast the last ten action films they’ve seen so far and look at the state of the “Pantheon of Action”. As a special treat we are also looking back and rating our top 10 Action Movies of the last decade. Were the 2010’s as action packed as the 1980’s or 1990’s you’ll have to listen to find out. Lastly we open up the MOA Mail bag to answer some listener emails.   Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify

On this flashback episode of “The Men Of Action Podcast” we are going back to where it all began, the cars, the women, the exoitic locations, the action, the cheesy one liners, and the stupidly dressed villains. That’s right, put on your tux, make yourself a vodka martini and join us as we revisit the very first James Bond film 1962’s action blockbuster Dr No.  A movie Graham had seen and Crupi had not.     Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the Dr No IMDB Page      Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify

On this episode of “The Men Of Action Podcast”we travel back to the future … no not that one. We watched another Sci-fi film set in the future, but this one has Lara Croft and Casey Jones doing a blade runner ripoff with the help of a robotic Jack Palance. That’s right this week we look at the 1993 Angelina Jolie movie Cyborg 2: Glass Shadow. A movie Crupi has seen and Graham has not. Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the Cyborg 2: Glass Shadow IMDB Page      Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify

On this episode of “The Men Of Action Podcast” we get ready to rrrrrrrumble. After traveling from Hong Kong to visit our Uncle in the Bronx, Vancouver for his wedding, we decided to stay for a few weeks and help out at his old grocery store. Unfortunately things go awry after we run afoul the local 90’s gang, fall for the gang leader's girlfriend and get mixed up with the infamous ‘White Tiger’ in a weird diamond heist. Luckily we’re a Kung Fu master who knows how to handle ourselves and fight a hovercraft. This week we look at the 1995 Jackie Chan movie Rumble in the Bronx. A movie both Crupi and Graham had seen.   Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the Rumble in the Bronx IMDB Page      Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify

On this episode of “The Men Of Action Podcast” we are no longer good boys… Oh no we’ve left our careers as a rapper and stand up comedian turned TV sticom stars to journey to the mean streets of Miami, to become action Bad Boys. This week we look at the 1995 Michael Bay movie Bad Boys, starring Will Smith and Martin Lawrence. A movie both Crupi and Graham had seen.. Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the Bad Boys IMDB Page      Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify

On this episode of “The Men Of Action Podcast” we’re seeing double. Separated as babies after the gruesome death of their parents the Men of Action have returned to British controlled Hong Kong to join forces and reclaim their family inheritance … a tunnel. This week we look at the 1991 action movie Double Impact, staring Jean-Claude Van Damme and Jean-Claude Van Damme. A movie Crupi had seen* and Graham had not.*Apparently not as much as he thought.   Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the Double Impact IMDB Page      Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify

On this episode of “The Men Of Action Podcast” it’s a Graham special and we are breaking all the rules by watching a modern action movie. Will it reach the lofty standards we’ve come to expect of the Golden Age Of Action or should it just jack off out of here. This week we look at the 2012 action movie Jack Reacher. A movie Graham had seen and Crupi had not.       Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the Jack Reacher IMDB Page      Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify

On this special Christmas episode of “The Men Of Action Podcast” Crupi, the grizzeld old podcaster too old for this shit, has been partnered with Graham, an ex-special forces commando and loose cannon podcaster. Together they sat down to watch another Christmas action movie the 1987 classic “Lethal Weapon”. A movie Crupi and Graham had both seen. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all!  Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the Lethal Weapon IMDB page Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify

On this Episode of “The Men Of Action Podcast” Crupi and Graham found themselves stuck on an island during WWII out gunned by the US navy. Suddenly out of the jungle a prehistoric monster emerged saving them with its massive head of razor sharp teeth and thick lizard skin. Left on the island to recover from the battle the beast was hit with nuclear radiation from nearby atomic testing and mutated into a gigantic terrifying city destroying creature its name... Eddie Morrison. That's right our old friend Eddie Morrison has returned to the Men of Action to watch the 1991 cult classic Godzilla vs. King Ghidorah. A movie both Graham and Crupi had not seen but one that Eddie is an expert on.        Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the Godzilla vs. King Ghidorah IMDB page Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify

On this episode of “The Men Of Action Podcast” AKA “Men of Compare and Contrast” it’s part two of our Stallone Vs Schwarzenegger, Rambo vs Commando, John vs John special event. Join us as we grab our quad barrel rocket launchers, let off some steam and blast our way through the 1985 action classic Commando. A movie both Graham and Crupi had not seen...in its entirety so it’s about damn time they got off their buts and checked it out. As a bonus hang around after the episode for Graham’s in depth thoughts on the recent action movie Gemini Man.     Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the Commando      Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify

On this episode of “The Men Of Action Podcast” we finally live up to our other persona as the “Men of Compare and Contrast” in part one of our Stallone Vs Schwarzenegger, Rambo vs Commando, John vs John special event. Join us as we delve into two movies that set the standard for the Golden Age of Action. This week we look at the 1985 action classic Rambo: First Blood Part II. A movie Crupi had seen and Graham had not.   Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the Rambo: First Blood Part II IMDB Page      Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify

On this episode of “The Men Of Action Podcast” while minding their own business in a dustball town just north of the Mexico border Crupi and Graham were approached by some farmers in need of skilled podcasters to scare off a bandit leader and his men from attacking their village. A little confused as to why these farmers asked them and not professional gunfighters, Crupi and Graham decided to sit down and watch the 1960 absolute classic western The Magnificent Seven to get some tips. A movie Crupi had seen and Graham had not.   Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the The Magnificent Seven IMDB Page      Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify

Once more into the breach dear friends! The Men of Action are back for our third Very Special Episode of “The Men Of Action Podcast” where Graham and Crupi sit down to compare and contrast the the last ten action films they’ve seen so far and puzzle out the state of the “Pantheon of Action”. We also look at the slew of upcoming action movies in our segment "Coming Attractions: Turbo Edition" as well as answer some listener questions.     Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify     

Every generation has a legend...Every journey has a first step… Every podcast has a beginning… this was ours. The year was 2017, Crupi was in Lisbon and Graham was in London they had microphones and an idea to watch action movies of the 80’s and 90’s and and do a podcast about them, but first they had to test the equipment. It's been nearly two years since started recording and after 33 episodes we’ve decided to share our fabled Lost Pilot with all of you as a little look back at where it all started.  Thank you for the continued support and we hope you enjoy this little trip down memory lane. Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher or Spotify     

On this episode of “The Men Of Action Podcast” we see in the not too distant future that Australia has become a desolate hellscape and water is worth more than gold. The country is now ruled by a fascist government controlled by money hungry corporations hell bent on stealing natural resources from the greater population. Anyone that opposes the government is rounded up and made to work in the mines as part of the new national welfare scheme. Also, we watched the 1995 action movie Tank Girl starring Lori Petty. A movie Graham had seen and Crupi had not.    Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the Tank Girl IMDB Page Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher

On this episode of “The Men Of Action Podcast” after being bitten by a vampire Crupi and Graham are saved by a mysterious stranger wearing black leather coat, sungalsses and carrying a sharp sword. Through a series of exposition dumps and late 90’s techno music, the boys find themselves in a secret war between vampires, American poet Robert Frost, something called a “daywalker” and an old country music star. The only way they’ll be able to survive this war is by sitting down and watching the 1998 Wesley Snipes superhero movie Blade. A movie both Graham and Crupi had seen but had to revisit Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the Blade IMDB Page Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher

On this episode of “The Men Of Action Podcast” Crupi and Graham have bitten off more than they can chew and are being relentlessly hunted by a crooked Oldman who killed their family over some dodgy podcasting. Desperate and alone they turn to a Professional to help them understand the ways of the filmmaking world his name Craig. Joining us on this special episode is Actor, Director, Producer and Writer Mr Craig Behnna to help discus the 1994 action movie Leon (The Professional). A movie Graham and Craig had seen and Crupi had not.    Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the Leon (The Professional) IMDB Page Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher

Of all Casablanca rip-offs in all the action films in all the world, the hosts of "The Men of Action Podcast" chose to jaw about this one. Play the podcast again, Sam! And witness the continuation of a beautiful friendship, as Graham and Crupi wade into a VHS dystopia where the crües are mötley, soap bubbles are adhesive and the strip-dances are wet! In this episode, they discuss 1996's Barb Wire starring 1996's Pamela Anderson: a movie Crupi had seen and Graham had only shared stolen glaces with in that one aisle at the video rental store he wasn't suppose to go down. 

In this episode of "The Men of Action Podcast" experienced renegade Andrew Crupi and slick-talkin' rookie Graham Self are in the big city with a few days to podcast. As the temperature rises, they must contend with voodoo gangs, Colombian cartels, clandestine government agents and their most nefarious foe of all, Alan Silvestri's not-stop merrie melodies... also there's an invisible alien killer running around. Previously on this Men of Action mini-serial, we hunted down "Predator" (1987) in episode 9, now join us for the next instalment where take vacation to LA in pursuit of 1990's "Predator 2". A film Crupi had seen but had remained cloaked from Graham's sight... until now! Stay tuned from the final chapter where we venture to the old west for "Predator 3: The Secret of Predator's Gold". Would you like to know more about the film? Checkout the Predator 2 IMDB Page   Like what you hear? Why not subscribe to the Men Of Action Podcast on itunes or Stitcher