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Dave Pisani, Barry Kay and Tod Pleasant have teamed up to create the Regular Joes Podcast, a show that will focus on various aspects of the things they love most, movies, toys, sci-fi, tv shows, comics, collecting, and much more. Each episode will feature subjects such as the cool vehicles and prop…

Dave Pisani, Barry Kay and Tod Pleasant


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    The Regular Joes Podcast is a highly entertaining show that covers everything in geek culture, from movies and TV shows to comics and toys. Hosted by Tod, Dave, and Barry, the podcast offers a fun meta-perspective while also diving into the details of each topic for an all-around fan immersion. The hosts bring their own unique perspectives to the discussions, with Tod providing a great comic book perspective that adds depth to the conversations.

    One of the best aspects of The Regular Joes Podcast is the chemistry between the hosts. Their banter and camaraderie make each episode enjoyable and engaging to listen to. They have a genuine passion for their subject matter, and their enthusiasm is contagious. Whether they are discussing their recent purchases or dissecting the latest movie releases, their insights are informative and entertaining.

    Another great aspect of the podcast is its variety of segments and topics. From "What's in the Box?" where they talk about recently purchased items, to "What's on the Bench?" where they discuss their creative projects, there is always something interesting going on. The podcast covers a wide range of pop culture topics, making it appealing to fans of movies, TV shows, comics, collecting, and more.

    While The Regular Joes Podcast offers a lot of great content, one potential downside is that it can become formulaic at times. Some listeners may prefer more variety or guest interviews to change things up occasionally. However, this does not detract from the overall quality and enjoyment of the show.

    In conclusion, The Regular Joes Podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in pop culture. With its knowledgeable hosts, entertaining discussions, and diverse range of topics, it provides an immersive experience for fans of movies, TV shows, comics, toys, and more. Whether you're looking for insightful reviews or just want to hear some passionate nerds chat about their favorite hobbies, this podcast delivers it all with humor and enthusiasm.



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    574: Final Mission?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 74:09


    After three decades and seven previous cinematic outings, super agent Ethan Hunt clocks in for, what is said be, his final mission. This week the Joes pass on Lilo and Stitch and instead check out Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning. Does this newest entry in the venerable action thriller franchise break out of the time tested mold of, a world threatening McGuffin, death-defying stunts, and lots of Tom Cruise running? SPOILER. No, not so much. Does it do an exceptional job of staying in its lane, even while raising the stakes, and looking amazingly good doing it? Again SPOILER, yes, yes it does. While no one who has ever seen a Mission Impossible film will be surprised by what they see, they won't be disappointed either. There's also the usual Random Topics, including some superfluous, Star Wars themed, dead horse beating, and a round of What's in the Box. Thanks for listening!

    573: Hero of the Rebellion

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 67:12


    In 2018 when Disney announced a Star Wars TV series based on the Cassian Andor character from Rogue One (2016) the news was met with a resounding … Really?  In 24 episodes, three years of our time, covering five years of his time, we've come to know Cassian Andor better than any other character in the Star Wars cinematic universe. We've seen his triumphs, his failures, and the sometimes meandering path that led him to his demise in Rogue One. It's the tale of how a thief became a spy, who became a hero and some of the best storytelling under the Star Wars banner. You can argue about it being slow at times, you can point out the areas where it gets obsessed with minutia, but when you step back and look at the big picture it's an amazing and unique narrative. This week the Joes address the final episodes of Andor and cover some Random Topics. Thanks for listening!

    572: Good And/Or Great

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 82:26


    aka - A long time to watch in a galaxy far, far away … Star Wars (1977) has a runtime of 121 minutes. Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016), considered by right minded people to be the best of the Star Wars prequels, has a runtime of 136 minutes. Andor the prequel, or perhaps prelude, to Rogue One clocks in at 1212 minutes, or just over 20 hours. This week, with three of four, three episode Andor arcs released the Regular Joe's devote even more time to examining how those minutes were spent. There's no disagreement that Andor has its moments of greatness. What is in dispute is, whether the great justifies the wait. As you might expect, opinions vary.   You may also like to know, the Regular Joes Podcast has received a Major Award (yes, thats a Christmas Story reference), we were named one of the top collecting podcasts on the web by Million Podcast, you can see the full list here -   There's also the usual Random Topics, and a round of What's in the Box. Thanks for listening!

    571: Thunderbolts Kicks *

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 90:04


    This week, the Regular Joe's take on Marvel's Thunderbolts* or is it the New Avengers? The film which proves 36 installments into a franchise you can still come up with something new and different to do with an odd collective of 2nd tier characters.  As Brian Mix is on board, they give him a brief opportunity to express his dissenting opinion about the Last of Us, before the others explain why he is totally wrong. Somewhat inevitably, some discussion of Andor creeps in as well. There's also the usual Random Topics. Thanks for listening!

    570: 2nd Season Samplings

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 84:25


    This week, the Regular Joe's tackle the first trio of episodes from two shows returning for long awaited sophomore seasons. The Last of Us was the surprise hit of 2023. It is the  rare video game property that found a life of its own, and proved that zombies weren't actually done to death. The show returns with a gut punch of a second episode, delivering tandem assaults viewers are unlikely to forget. Meanwhile, in a galaxy, not all that far away, Andor, the 2022 prequel to Star Wars prequel Rogue One, is back, depicting the title character's evolution from, dude out for himself, to rebel hero. While not everyone agrees on how Tony Gilroy chose to use screen time, the first of  four three episode arcs reminds us how good Star Wars really can be. There's also a round of What's in the Box and the usual Random Topics.

    569: Disney+, +, etc, etc.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 77:14


    As the Regular Joes await the long anticipated return of Andor they take a look at some of the many other things the House of Mouse has been pursuing on the Marvel, Star Wars and other fronts. Daredevil: Born Again, the continuation, more or less, of Netflix Daredevil series, has wrapped delivering much of what we were looking for, while still leaving us wanting for more. Star Wars Celebration 2025 yielded lots of upcoming Star Wars news, including films that we actually believe are going to happen. But, we've been fooled before. Lastly there's updated trailers for Tron: Aries (October 10), Fantastic Four: First Steps (July 25), and the soon to drop Thunderbolts*. Note: Excitement levels vary widely for these projects. There's also a round of What's in the Box and the usual Random Topics. Thanks for listening!

    568: Kraven The Mediocre

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 72:03


    This week it's the episode no one has been waiting for, as the Regular Joes share their thoughts on Kraven: The Hunter the most recent Spider-Man adjacent film from Sony pictures. The film, which underperformed even Morbius (2022) has left some people thinking, maybe Madame Webb (2024) wasn't as bad as we thought. Actually, It was. On the plus side, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, who has suited up as both Quicksilver and Kick Ass will likely be back in tights as soon as this film is forgotten. Which could be by the time you hear this episode. There's also the usual Random Topics, and a round of What's in the box. Thanks for listening!

    567: Klassic Kilmer

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 103:44


    This week, in tribute to the recently departed Val Kilmer, the Regular Joes are rereleasing episode 332: recorded nearly five years ago, in which all five Regular Joes take a look at three Kilmer Klassics. His first starring role Top Secret (1984), fan favorite Willow (1988) and western epic Tombstone (1993). Be advised. Not everything holds up over time. We speak of course of episode 332. Val Kilmer is immortal. Thank you Val!

    566: Avengers Assemble, and Assemble and …

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 93:26


    This week the Regular Joes, eventually, talk through the recent epic length cast announcement for Avengers Doomsday. Which includes (at a minimum) everyone from the upcoming Thunderbolts and Fantastic Four: First Steps films. Which begs the question, is it possible for a cast announcement to be a spoiler? Hey, we only have to wait fourteen months to find out. Right? Fingers crossed. They also discuss the highs, lows and surprises of the just completed Prop Store Auction. Including the marquee item which did not reach minimum bid. Note: any discussions of a kidnap related felony are included solely for entertainment purposes and do reflect actual plans. And before all that there's a more random than usual cacophony of Random Topics. Thanks for listening!

    565: The Electric Bill

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 59:34


    The Electric State is a “flop.” A $275 million failure for Netflix directed by the Russo Brothers who sole talent seems to be directing Marvel films … Unless you a have actually seen it. Because real people place this film a lot higher than its 15% rotten tomatoes critic rating. This week the Regular Joe's unanimously agree, it's quite possible to watch The Electric State. enjoy the characters, the story, and yes, the very cool robots, without weighing that against what the film cost to make. Give it a try. No one's asking you to write a check … other than your monthly Netflix subscription. They also take a look at two recently dropped trailers. Ballerina is a John Wick adjacent action film, starring Ana de Armas. And if that hasn't already sold you, what will? And coming soon to a galaxy far, far away, Andor, Disney's Rogue One prequel series is finally back for a second season, and it looks like we're getting to the good part. Or at least the K2 SO part. There's also a round of What's in the Box and the usual Random Topics. Thanks for listening!

    564: Daredevil: The Man Without Costume

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 93:18


    This week Brian Mix joins the regular Regular Joe's as they look over the list of treasures and curios from the upcoming three day Prop Store Entertainment Memorabilia Auction. There are some truly amazing items for sale, particularly if you're in the income bracket to drop a half a million on a piece of Star Wars history.  Fans of the original Netflix Daredevil series have been waiting six plus years to see the man without fear back in action. And while Daredevil Born Again is clearly building up to a rematch between Wilson Fisk and Matt Murdock's alter ego, the consensus among the Regular Joe's is, it's taking its own time getting there. Tod remains endlessly optimistic, while the others are really hoping for a flash of crimson soon. There's also a round of What's in the Box and the usual Random Topics. Thanks for listening!

    563: Avengers Reassemble

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2025 71:54


    It's been nearly 6 years since Avengers Endgame. It's well past time to get the band … or something like the band, back together. This week the Regular Joe's each roll out their suggested roster for the next iteration of Marvel's premiere super team. Think of it like fantasy sports for nerds. As you might expect there's some common ground, but also some radically divergent ideas, as they forge the respective teams of old guard, new blood, and a few wild cards. As the Russo Brother's next Avengers film is currently slated for June 2026 we may not have to wait too long to see who comes closest to the next line up. There's also the usual round of Random Topics. Thanks for listening!

    562: Deep Dives

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2025 74:04


    This week the Regular Joe's take a deep dive into Random Topics. There's a lot of stuff to talk about, what was Kathleen Kennedy, maybe, possibly leaving Lucas film and James Bond being handed off to a company who can't figure out what size box to ship tiny items in.  They also take a Spoiler free look at The Gorge, The Anya Taylor-Joy and Miles Teller action, suspense, horror, romance that recently debuted on Apple+. And, if that's not your kind of thing, they catch up on what they are watching in the final week before Daredevil: Born Again airs and all other TV watching pales in comparison. Or so Tod insists. Thanks for Listening!

    651: Red HULK, White & Blue

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2025 79:22


    It's a New World Order. Scratch that, it's a Brave New World, as the fourth Captain America film makes its big screen debut. This time around it's Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie) who wields the shield, while still wearing the wings, as if he is not quite sure this gig is gonna last. This delayed, retitled, and much reshot MCU film marks Cap 2.0's first big screen appearance and the follow up to the 2021 Disney Plus series Falcon and the Winter Soldier. So, is it good? The Regular Joes answer with a resounding, “sort of.” They run down the good points and the bad points as the first of three 2025 Marvel films falls short of it's box office hopes. Did we mention Harrison Ford is now Thunderbolt Ross … and a Hulk? There's also the usual Random Topics and a round of What's in the Box. Thanks for listening!

    560: James Cawley and the Star Trek Original Series Set Tour

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2025 106:13


    This week, the Regular Joes, all five of them, make the Trek to Ticonderoga. There are two good reasons to visit this small New York town. Fort Ticonderoga is the site of the first American victory in the Revolutionary War, and the site of the Star Trek Original Series Set Tour. Note: only one of these is accessible in winter. Hint, it's the one with phasers and not muskets. While there the Joes interview James Cawley, creator of this unique attraction, about his own involvement in the Star Trek franchise, as well as his many other interests. We all have our own respective passions, but few of us pursue them to the degree that James Cawley has. It's a fascinating interview with a fascinating man, who's found a unique and amazingly cool way to share his love of Star Trek with fellow fans. Thanks for listening!

    559: Dissection 31

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2025 68:51


    For 35 years Star Trek V: The Final Frontier (1989) has held the dubious distinction of being the worst Star Trek film ever made, but that inauspicious run is over. With the release of the Paramount+ film Star Trek: Section 31 there's a new benchmark for bad in the Trek universe. To spare you one hour and 35 minutes of weak, nonsensical plot, thin characters, and cheesy gimmicks, the Regular Joe's watched Section 31 for you.  Note: there will be SPOILERS, but think of it as a “mercy spoiling.” From the far future we move to recent past as the long awaited MCU version of Fantastic Four releases its first teaser/trailer serving up a mid-century-modern take on Marvel's first family of adventurers. Cautious optimism appears in order. There's also the usual Random Topics and a round of What's in The Box. Thanks for Listening!

    558: Ventures and Adventures

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2025 69:59


    This week, the Regular Joe's catch up each other on what they've been doing the last few weeks. Inspired by the recent 55 films episodes Tod has decided to rewatch classic films in their original unadulterated format to kick this off he recently went to see King Kong (1933) on the big screen in a theater where it originally played when released. Dave, long the master of custom-made displays and plaques has started a business … wait for it, making and selling custom-made displays and plaques. Did you recently pick up a pair of old ruby slippers that you really want to show off? Dave can help. Barry is just back from his third trip to the happiest place on Earth, at least the happiest place on Earth if you're Barry. Yes, another research trip to Lucas Film and Skywalker Ranch. He shares some, but not all, the details about the amazing stuff, and people, he saw there. As we, once again, live vicarious through him and try to keep our envy in check. Thanks for listening!

    557: Of Pirates, Ensigns and Vigilantes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2025 65:43


    This week the Regular Joe's cover the wrap up of two sci-fi series. Star Wars: Skeleton Crew is the first child centric Disney+ offering from that universe. Lower Decks was the first animated Star Trek series since 1975, and was intended for adults. Specifically adults who are REALLY into Star Trek. Likely the only thing these two shows have in common is that they both exceeded expectations, and pushed the boundaries of what you can do within their respective universes. Note: there will be SPOILERS. And, because it's continually looping in Tod‘s head, they also talk about the just released trailer for the Disney+ continuation of the late, much lamented, Netflix Daredevil series, Daredevil Born Again … did we mention it's coming March 4th? There's also the usual Random Topics, and a round of What's in the Box. Thanks for listening!

    556: 5 x 55 - The VCR Era

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2025 89:22


    It's the second half of our rundown of the gang of 5's personal lists of 55 most important films released prior to 2000. The first round covered a lot of ground but four decades remain. And this time almost all in color! There's the swinging sixties, the sleazy seventies, the epic eighties, and the nineties …. when most every good film is set in another time period. These are the films you could have, or should, have rented back when the phrase “Be kind, please rewind” was a thing. Thanks for listening!

    555: Five by Fifty Five

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2025 97:39


    For the much anticipated 555th episode of the Regular Joes Podcast, Barry, Dave, Tod, Derryl and Brian (yes, FIVE of them) each offer up FIFTY FIVE significant films each of them think everyone should see.  Sort of. The two caveats are, the films must be prior to 2000, and only a single film from a franchise. Think of it as a twentieth century bucket list for cinephiles. Or, as is often noted, what films Captain America needs to see after being thawed out from the ice. One last thing. Unlike films like Dune (2021) were going to tell you up front they don't actually finish, and part II is coming next week to close out the last three decades. Thanks for listening!

    554: A Regular Joes Christmas 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2025 41:52


    This week, Barry, Dave and Tod, reputedly the three hardest people in the known universe to buy for, exchange Christmas gifts. This may seem like an exercise in futility, but it has become tradition. On the whole this was a good year. Barry didn't buy himself anything a week before the gift exchange, Dave didn't already have everything, and Tod grudgingly accepted that he has gone up a tee shirt size. Thanks for listening, and have a Happy New Year!

    553: Krypto . . . Take Me Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2024 74:27


    From the Max Fleischer cartoons, the early serials, the 1950's series, and back to movie screens and a succession of TV shows, no other hero has left the footprint in pop culture that the Man of Steel has. An orphaned refugee who gives back to the world that took him in, Superman is intrinsically tied to the American mythos. It seems that every generation has a Superman, and this summer James Gunn will bring the newest incarnation to the big screen. The first trailer for Superman (2025) is out and the Regular Joes break down the brief glimpse into familiar characters, and many never before seen on screen. While the stakes remain high, the dark and broody tone of recent years seems to be behind us. The only question that remains is, are you ready to believe in Superman … again. And, as they close out the year, the Joes squeeze in one last batch of Random Topics, and one more round of What's in the Box. Thanks for listening!

    552: 2024 in the Rearview Mirror

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2024 119:43


    This episode the Regular Joe's roll the dice, betting that nothing fantastic will happen in the next two weeks, as they do their annual year in review show. With Brian Mix and Derryl DePriest singing back up, the Joe's cover the greatest hits and the biggest misses from the past year. There are surprises, and some familiar favorites, as they review the movies TV, series,  events, acquisitions and happenings that punctuate 2024 as it fades in the rearview mirror. Thanks for listening!

    551: Skeleton Crew

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2024 76:26


    It's December, so there must be a new Star Wars series on Disney+. Do you like watching children getting in trouble, running, and screaming? How do you feel about pirates? Do you have fond memories of watching The Goonies (1985)? If so, Disney+ has the show for you. Surprisingly, it seems to be the show for others as well, as Skeleton Crew has landed well with critics, Star Wars fans, and yes, all three Regular Joes. There will be SPOILERS, so you should check out the first few eps before listening. If you were wondering where his last week's show went, Dave catches you up on his most recent trip to the happiest place on earth. There's a bit of discussion about someone dropping the cost of a high end private jet on a pair of 85-year-old footwear, a round of What's in the Box, and the usual Random Topics. Thanks for listening!

    550: I Watched it With Shatner

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2024 88:50


    For the landmark 550th episode the Regular Joe's are again joined by Irregular Joes Derryl DePriest and Brian Mix.  After an extremely far reaching round of Random Topics, the hosts discuss the just released Star Trek short, 765874 Unification, from OTOY studios in collaboration with the Roddenberry Archive. With callbacks to the unaired pilot, the original series, the Next Generation, the Kelvin Universe, Discovery, and Picard, the brief video is deeply routed in the Star Trek universe. For fans who were underwhelmed by Kirk's death in Star Trek: Generations, or disappointed by the brief reference to Spock's death off screen in Star Trek Beyond, unification provides some intensely satisfying closure for one of the greatest friendships in sci-fi lore. And, because Brian somehow always knows how to be at the right place at the right time, he shares his experience watching the premiere of the short alongside William Shatner.  How's that for a phaser drop? There's also around of What's in the Box. Thanks for listening!

    549: Oz and Agatha

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2024 66:05


    It's been a few months since a pair streaming series based on secondary characters from Marvel's WandaVision (2021), and DC's The Batman (2022) debuted. Expectations, and the level of excitement, was low for both of these offerings. Now that Agatha all Along and The Penguin have wrapped the Joe's go back and review the two series as a whole. Agatha, with an eccentric ensemble cast, followed the Witch's Road, on a surprisingly entertaining journey, which proved alternately humorous, and quite dark. While over in the seedy, and still water soaked, underbelly of Gotham City, Oswald Cobb (played by an unrecognizable Colin Farrell) gave a brutal new dimension to an 80+ year-old Batman villain. MAX's The Penguin is a surprise hit and on the top of the year's best list for at least two of the Joe's. And there's also the usual Random Topics, and a round of What's in the Box. Thanks for listening!

    548: Coming Distractions 2024 - 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2024 66:43


    This week the Regular Joes address the science (empirically provable facts) and fiction (ain't never gonna happen) state of the last few years of Disney/Star Wars film/project/director announcements. From the reality side of the equation, they discuss recently dropped trailers for two Marvel films Captain America: Brave New World and Thunderbolts* in the queue for the coming months. Which of these continues to gain interest, and which is slowly edging its way into the, “we'll see“ category? If you enjoy watching social security eligible men doing risky things you're going to be excited  for Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning, which has a new trailer, a new title, and lots of Tom Cruise running. Lastly Dave goes to another con. Oh the Horror!  There's also the usual Random Topics, and a round of What's in the Box. Thanks for listening!

    547: Rhode Island Comic Con 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2024 56:29


    Last week the Regular Joes (all the Regular Joes) travelled from up and down the east coast to gather in Providence RI, for the Rhode Island Comic-Con, AKA the biggest con in the littlest state. After spending a day and a half, roaming the sales floor and checking out the show's guests, the Joes took their traditional Sofa in the lobby of the Omni Providence, to share their experience with you. Who they saw, what they picked up, and why Barry actually bought comics at a comic con. They had a few celebrity guests stop in along the way, including Michelle Ang, Omega from Star Wars: The Bad Batch, and Dr. Britt Burke DMD (AEW) a pro wrestler, and …. yes, a dentist. It's always a good time at the Omni. Thanks for listening!

    546: American Werewolf with Tom Spina

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2024 86:03


    As impossible as it might seem, until quite recently, Barry had never seen An American Werewolf in London. This week, the Regular Joe's, joined by Tom Spina of Regal Robot, take a look at the 1981 John Landis horror/dark comedy cult classic. Tom shares his first-hand experience with one of the screen used props, and recounts his own meeting with John Landis. Groundbreaking in many ways, the film earned Rick Baker the first ever Academy award for best makeup. In addition to an unforgettable transformation sequence, American Werewolf also has early 80s era Jenny Agutter, and that's never a bad thing. More than 40 years later, the film remains scary and makes for a good Halloween rewatch. There's also the usual random topics, and a round of What's in the Box. Thanks for listening and happy Halloween.

    454: The RICC Sniff Test 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2024 73:57


    As the Regular Joe's annual outing to the Rhode Island Comic Con draws near it's time for the Joe's review of the guest list for the convention. While normal folks may be contemplating which celebrity guests they are most interested in getting autographs from, the hosts have their own, sometimes humorous, and other times awkward, way of articulating their own preferences. Yes, it's time again for Sign, Smell or Pass, where the Joes ID who they want to get autographs from, or who they just want to get in close proximity to. Really, it's not as creepy as it sounds. There's also updates from Dave and Barry‘s recent excursions and the usual Random Topics. Thanks for listening!

    544: Gone Too Soon?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2024 75:35


    Remember that TV show, the one with that guy, that woman, and the (fill in plot device here.) Remember how great it was, and then it was just gone? This week the Regular Joe's pay tribute to the one hit wonders. Single-Season TV shows, that captured our interest, but never really sprouted roots. Most faded into obscurity. Some like Firefly and Battlestar Galactica gained cult status. While others have survived only in the collective consciousness, or on cable rerun channels. The Joes run down several of their favorite short run shows going back to the 70s. And, along the way, realize that, while many of these shows never found an audience, they clearly made a lasting impression. There's also the usual Random Topics! Thanks for listening!

    543: In Space, No One Can Hear You … Sew

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2024 108:29


    This week the Regular Joe's sit down with Adam Ezekiel, costume designer and maker, who operates the website, nostromocrew.com. Adam's niche, and passion, is crafting meticulously accurate replicas of the patches, insignia and crew uniforms from the film Alien (1979). He explains how he got started, and the incredible effort he put into recreating the screen used wardrobe. Also, his interesting connections to Allen Romulus, the most recent entry in the Alien franchise. Adam's work is truly amazing. Among his customers are Adam Savage, Dave and Tod … who placed an order while they recorded. And there's also the usual Random Topics! Thanks for listening!

    542: You're Watching it Wrong

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2024 93:09


    This week, the Regular Joe's joined by Irregular Joe's, Derryl DePriest and Brian Mix, revisit the Marvel Cinematic Universe Catalog from a different perspective, or perhaps a few different perspectives. Ultimately the question becomes which, Marvel films do you find compelling enough to rewatch, whether you stumble upon them while randomly channel surfing, spot them while scrolling the channel menu, queue up a streaming channel, or if you're really old-school, loading physical media. Along the way, it becomes clear that there's apparently no one way to watch TV. Some find other's methods unusual, still others are downright perplexed why anyone would ever watch a reformatted, edited, commercial interrupted, fragment of a film they own. There's also the usual Random Topics, and a round of What's in the Box which includes a Holy Grail Barry has been seeking for a very long time. Thanks for listening!

    541: Penguin All Along

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2024 68:09


    This week a pair of C list characters from DC and Marvel debut new limited run series on Max and Disney+. Agatha all along is a spin off of WandaVision (2021) and a reimagining of Witch Agatha Harkness, a supporting character in Marvel comics going back to 1970. The Penguin aka Oswald Cobblepot, (here renamed Oswald Cobb) has been a Batman adversary since 1941. More recent outings have morphed him from an umbrella and fowl obsessed novelty villain into a grotesque, twisted and sinister character. This most recent incarnation from The Batman (2022) casts an unrecognizable Colin Farrell as a low-level mobster on the rise in a recently broken Gotham City. One episode in, which of these two offerings do the Regular Joe's find the most engaging? The Joe's also take a first look at an extended teaser/trailer for Thunderbolts* and cover the usual Random Topics.  Thanks for listening!

    540: Fall Preview Edition 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2024 75:56


    Back in the day, when large console TVs dominated American living rooms, the harsh reality of back to school was blunted by the fact that September also heralded the premiere of the new Fall TV shows. That era is long behind us. ABC, CBS and NBC no longer hold sway over our viewing habits, as cable and streaming options offer seeming infinite choices of content year round. So, are there still upcoming things this fall worth watching? The Regular Joes dig in, with some optimism, a fair bit of skepticism, and a dose of, “we'll wait and see.” There's also the usual random topics, and a virtual cornucopia of other segments some not revisited for several years. Thanks for listening!

    539: 60's Sci Fi Double Feature

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2024 73:14


    This week Barry, Brian, Dave and Tod take a look at two films nearly old enough to collect Social Security. Robinson Crusoe on Mars (1964) is an often mentioned childhood favorite of Dave's which claims to be “Scientifically Authentic.” Which might be credible had the film been made in 1864. On the plus side, it has Adam West (briefly) and a monkey in a space suit, so how bad can it be? An automated distress beacon draws an unsuspecting ship to a barren planet. The crew find a derelict spacecraft once piloted by gigantic beings. And ultimately fall prey to creatures seeking host bodies. Several plot elements of Brian's suggestion, Planet of The Vampires (1965) will seem familiar. The low budget Italian film, directed by the legendary Mario Bava, is surprisingly entertaining despite, SPOILER having no actual vampires. There's also the usual Random Topics, and a round of What's in the Box. Thanks for listening!

    538: The Real Housewives of the Regular Joes

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2024 43:32


    This week the Regular Joes gathered for their annual summer barbecue. It's rare that the hosts are in one place at one time, and it's even less often that their spouses are all together as well. This time around, in an exercise that at least one of the hosts thought might “end badly,” the Joe's asked questions of their wives. Some of the answers are surprising, some not so much.  It's the no What's in the Box, no Random Topics, all Wives edition of the Regular Joes Podcast.  As always, Thanks for Listening!

    537: In Space No One Can Hear You Sequel

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2024 70:42


    An Aliens franchise film is not typically the sort of thing the goes unnoticed. Nevertheless Aliens: Romulus snuck up on the Joes like a Xenomorph in a tight crawl space. Unless you have been living on a distant mining colony you have likely heard Romulus is both doing well at the box office and has found favor with viewers and critics alike. Something the last four films largely failed to do. The Joes dig into the, often familiar, elements that make Alien Romulus both a good sequel and good onboarding film for those new to the franchise. Note: there will be SPOILERS. They also catch up on Random Topics and do a quick round of What's in the Box. Thanks for listening!

    536: Con Men

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2024 80:53


    This week Brian Mix stops by to catch up on his recent barnstorming tour across the country. The who, what, where and when of the events and conventions he hit leave the other Joes seriously jealous of Brian's “retirement.” Barry and Dave also attended a con , yes just one. But, based on their report, TerrificCon sounds … well, terrific. If you doubt this we need only say two words, “Cobie Smulders.” And of could, there's also a pretty extensive run down of Random topics. Thanks for listening!

    535: Dark Knight, Disney and Dragons

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2024 74:46


    This week the Regular Joes let Tod talk about Batman the Caped Crusader, the animated series he has been waiting for since 1995 (when Fox dumbed down Batman the Animated series). Does this simultaneously updated and retro take on The Dark Knight hold up to Paul Dini's original series? Could Anything? You will likely need to watch more than one episode to find out. Next up the Talk D 23 the DisneyPalooza of Theme Park, MCU, Star Wars and every thing else Disney announcements. And then they talk about House of Dragons, for a minute or so. There's also 2/3 of a round of What's in the Box and the usual Random topics. Thanks for listening!

    534: “I am Marvel Jesus”

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2024 75:21


    There are people who say the era of Summer blockbusters is behind us. There are also people who say audiences are done with superhero films, and that Marvel Studios has lost its way. Then Deadpool & Wolverine happened, and the three-quel for Marvel's most annoying, talkative and violent (yes, this includes the Punisher) character, breaks all the rules and has fun doing it. Despite two years of teasers and countless trailers there were still several surprises for the Regular Joes. And they break down the high points, and the … slightly lesser high-points. If you're one of those folks who likes when the Joes disagree, you may be disappointed with this episode. There will be SPOILERS. They also catch up on Random Topics from the week they were off, do a quick round of What's in the Box … and we discover “Dave's Willow.” Thanks for listening!

    533: Acolyte Therapy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2024 96:21


    The last few weeks have been rough on Barry. Few people have as deep and abiding love for Star Wars as he does. But, sometimes love hurts. While other, so-called Star Wars fans, wanted nothing more than to tear down The Acolyte, Barry did his best to remain optimistic. And with the courage and valor of a Jedi (at least what we used to expect from a Jedi) he maintained hope til the very end. This week the Regular Joes, plus Jedi Master Brian Mix, perform a postmortem on The Acolyte. What were its strengths, and where did it come up short? The question remains, how do you have all the tools for greatness and put together something that looks like this? Hopefully lessons were learned. And now we turn our hopes to Skeleton Crew and Andor season 2. Thanks for listening!

    532: Holly Want

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2024 76:15


    Do you have an empty wall or perhaps shelf in your home or office that needs just the right object to help tie the room together? Might we suggest the original art from the Key Largo movie poster? Or perhaps a screen used Star Wars Y-Wing model? You are in luck as the Regular Joes will be happy to serve as your interior design consultants. You do have extra cash, right? Because this shopping trip is not gonna be cheap. This week, the Regular Joe's preview Heritage Auctions upcoming (July 25 - 26) Hollywood Signature Auction, featuring items from old Hollywood to the Marvel Studios Era. There really is something for everyone … to at least covet. Additionally, though they try to avoid it, a bit of talk of Star Wars: The Acolyte slips in. And of course there's also the usual Random Topics. Thanks for listening!

    531: 5 on Deck

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2024 80:05


    This week the Regular Joes , plus the Irregular Joes got together to hang out for Tod's birthday.  They had a vague idea of a few topics they were going to talk about, but in true RJ style never actually got there. Instead they got to catch up on Derryl and Brian's recent adventures and cover an even wider than usual scope of Random Topics and an organic (some might say meandering) round of What's in the Box. Thanks for listening!

    530: Sith - Kabob

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2024 74:11


    This week the Regular Joes wrap up Dark Matter on Apple TV+. Covering the, at times perplexing, conclusion. Come on people, this is Quantum Physics. How much do you really want us to dumb it down for you? They also catch up on The Acolyte, The Disney+ Star Wars series which has garnered mostly good critic reviews, while fan reviews remain in the basement … or possibly sub-basement. The Joes weigh in on episode 5, considered by many to be the high point of the series so far … unless of course you are a Jedi red shirt, then not so much. To date two of the Joes are softening on the show a bit, while the third remains unmoved. And, of course, there's also the usual Random Topics. Thanks for listening!

    Ep 529: Dark Matter, Minus One

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2024 56:07


    If recent episodes have left you thinking the Regular Joe's are now just grumpy old men who don't like anything, this week they mix things up a bit. It has taken six months, but now everyone has watched Godzilla Minus One. The story of a giant monster that attacks Japan. Sorry, if that was a SPOILER. Here's another one, it's freaking awesome! Just when you thought the multiverse had become a tired, clichéd, trope, the Apple TV+ adaptation of the Blake Crouch novel Dark Matter will make you rethink that position, as well as what you thought was going on in the show. There's also the usual Random Topics and a round of What's on my Workbench. Thanks for listening!

    Ep 528: This is NOT the Show You Are Looking For

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2024 78:09


    After some well needed vacation, and some business travel, the Regular Joe's are all back. This week they talk about the new Disney+ Star Wars series The Acolyte. Unless you've been really tuned out (if you have, good for you) It's likely you've heard this show has set all time records with Star Wars fans … but not in the good way. The Joe's talk about what they've seen so far, how they feel about it, and try to get a handle on why there's so much dislike for this particular show. Is it too woke, or is it just bad? Is it possible it manages to do both well enough to alienate a huge swath of Star Wars fans? Can thousands of dudes living in their mom's basement really be wrong? If you're not particularly into The Acolyte, the Joe's also talk about a few other things they're watching now. They also cover the usual Random Topics and squeeze in a  round of What's in the Box. Thanks for listening!

    Ep 527: Star Trek: Discovery - Boldly Gone

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2024 72:52


    From early images of redesigned Klingons to a showrunner who departed before the first episode aired, Star Trek Discovery has had its challenges. As the first series of the “Nu-Trek” era Discovery was tasked with bringing in a new generation of viewers and appeasing existing Trek fans. While it did not always succeed with the later goal, in five seasons, over seven years, Discovery proved there was still an audience for Star Trek. Its legacy lives on Strange New Worlds and the upcoming Star Trek: Star Fleet Academy. This week the Joes sum up their thoughts on the series final outing and its long journey from a prequel to the original series to charting the far future of the future. And of course, there's also the usual Random Topics.  Thanks for listening!

    Ep 526: Trekonderoga 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2024 78:14


    This week it's a Regular Joes full house as Dave, Barry and Tod are joined by Derryl DePriest and Brian Mix for a RJP catch up episode. Derryl and Brian fill us in on their trip to the Star Trek Set Tour in Ticonderoga NY, we do our usual round of Discovery bashing and it all concludes with a major technical difficulty. As always, thanks for listening.

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    Ep 525: Attack of the Legendary Producer

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2024 61:21


    This week, the Regular Joes pay tribute to the late great Roger Corman (1926-2024) very likely the most prolific B movie Producer/Director ever.  Whether you saw a bootleg copy of the never released first Fantastic Four (1994) film, rocked out with the Ramones and Riff Randall in Rock ‘n' Roll High School (1979) or savored the 1960's Vincent Price Edgar Allan Poe adaptations that made the afternoon movie circuit in the 70s.  It's almost impossible to have not been exposed to his work. Few creators have left such a large footprint … just as few creators have made as many films about gigantic human beings trampling things. The Joe's also take a look at the first episode of Dark Matter on Apple plus. Which is based on a book by Blake Crouch that Tod really likes.  Even if you are thinking you are over the idea of a multiverse you should give this one a try.  Wait … was that a SPOILER? There also What's in the Box and the usual Random Topics. Thanks for Listening!

    Ep 524: Should it Stay, or Should it Go Now...

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2024 70:55


    This week the Joes address the side effects of a lifetime of collecting. At some point you need to go through the accumulated detritus to find that overlooked box containing the Ark of the Covenant, and decide whether or not to keep that old sled marked “Rosebud.” In May the Fourth news, there also another Trailer for the Star Wars: The Acolyte, which may represent a bold new direction for the Star Wars franchise … or possibly not. Barry and Tod address the series ending of clone era saga, The Bad Batch, which leaves a big animated hole in the Star Wars universe. And, in passing, they talk about this week's Discovery Episode (SPOILER: Burnham takes yet another bonding field trip) which might otherwise have been completely forgotten by now. And of course, there's also the usual Random Topics. Thanks for listening!

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