Talk Hard is a loose discussion about movies, TV, filmmaking, and other geekery with your new best friends, so pull up a chair. Allen Martin hosts with his filmmaking cohorts Todd Sheene and Scott Stafford by his side. No subject is off limits as long as it entertains.
Based solely on a single picture of Sean Connery in the worst costume ever, we decided to Force Watch the 1974 Irish-American science fantasy "classic," Zardoz! We had absolutely no idea what we were in for. Come along with us now, through the vortex, on a journey to second level!
You can have your Contagion and Outbreak podcasts, but who else is breaking down 1988's The Carrier?? That's right; only your boys. CATS, a hundred people wrapped in plastic, The Black Thing, bipolar townspeople... This beauty is free to watch on Netflix, so check it out first (if you have the time) and then join in on the fun.
USA versus Korea for all the karate tournament marbles and lives hang in the balance! On this Force Watch episode, let's turn the acting up to 11 and figure out who is... Best of the Best!
In honor of St. Valentine's Day, we let our significant others pick the movies we would be forced to watch this week. We start with Richard Gere and Pretty Woman (1:20) -- then When Harry Met Sally (17:27) -- and finally, three hours and twenty solid minutes of Anne of Green Gables! (32:58)50
Talk Hard dives into the Lovecraft deep-end with 1985's Re-Animator. A horn-dog reanimated head with hypnotism powers is only the tip of the iceberg in this one.
The guys discuss the movies they've been watching lately, including Hostiles. Allen walks us through movies you can look forward to in 2018. We announce something fun for Valentine's Day and Todd gives us seven solid minutes of talk about his underwear.
It's a Force Watch Episode and we're diving into 90s caveman comedy with Encino Man. The guys break down the launching pad of Pauly Shore and Brendan Fraser and try to figure out what happened to them. But most of all, we're going to teach you how to weez.
The guys take a look at the winners (Oprah fans) and losers (all of us) of the 2018 Golden Globes (5:21) -- Then, for the time being, it's apparently full steam ahead for all the mutant movies at Fox (32:18) -- And finally, Rian Johnson and Star Wars: The Last Jedi take a 50 minute arse-beating from two of your three favorite podcasters (38:24)
It's a Force Watch episode! This time, Phantasm gets the full breakdown. The Tall Man, the Lady in Lavender, jawas, swiss army orbs, old men's panties... The guys leave no stone unturned!
The guys are back with a gigantic episode full of news! Naughty news, future news, movie news... Disney bought Fox and we'll tell you why all nerds should rejoice. Meanwhile, Warner Brothers turns their DC movies into a pile of used tires and Joss Whedon throws a match. Plus, reviews of Star Wars: The Last Jedi, Thor: Ragnarok, Stranger Things 2, and more.-- Curse of Oak Island Update! (7:14)-- Guess The News! (12:00)-- News From The Future (18:54)-- Disney, Fox, and Marvel (27:45)-- What Now?? The DC Mess (41:14)-- Pepsi Challenge (1:03:40)-- Movie Review Roundup (1:07:12)-- Stranger Things 2 (1:24:38)-- Scott Peaked (1:30:35)
You expect the best from us on Halloween and this year we bring you three horror movies from three different eras of Hollywood... The Birds (1963), Fright Night (1985), and The Strangers (2008). Also, a notice to all sneezers: Allen doesn't want to bless you anymore.
It's a Force Watch episode! Todd offers up the cult classic Halloween III and we analyze it like never before. Bugs, snakes, androids, Stonehenge, a surprising lack of witches... This thing keeps you guessing, but we'll guide you to safety.
45 mins of misery and Kathy Bates is not involved. We're sad and we're going to let it all out. US Soccer ruined Scott's year, we lost a couple of legends in Tom Petty and Bobby Heenan, Justice League looks ready to spread sadness in theaters across the country, and no misery party is complete without Harvey Weinstein. BUT, James Gunn cheers us up with some good news on Thor: Ragnarok.
It's a Force Watch episode! This time it's Stallone at his absolute Stalloniest in 1986's Cobra. Brigitte Nielsen, a ghost director, horrible dialogue, inexplicable editing... this thing has it all. And for good measure, we even wrap things up by debating the fan movement to make Luke Skywalker bisexual.
The guys remember Kentucky native Harry Dean Stanton, discuss demon clowns and poor hygiene. "Mother!" messed with Allen's head and Scott demands somebody be fired at Marvel TV! Then, stick around for three minutes with the Mini Chief himself, Henry Sheene.
It's a Force Watch episode! The guys break down The Hunt For Red October, a 1990 adaptation of Tom Clancy's novel and examine why Alec Baldwin never took as a leading man. Then, things get heated when they place bets on "IT"!
The 80s return to dominate this old movie pod. The return of the Gremlins, Bill & Ted, and IVAN effin DRAGO! Then, the guys set out to pick the greatest 80s song of them all. And we may have a lead on why Japan loves Talk Hard!
The guys give Yays or Nays to a host of Hollywood projects on the horizon: James Bond, Knight Rider, Captain Marvel, Avatar and more. (5:00) -- Is Wonder Woman a contender for Best Picture? (24:30) -- Space Cops 4-7 analysis (33:10) -- 1893 Pepsi Taste Test! (52:50) -- And finally, we Force Watch a movie so painful, it literally brought Allen to the edge of tears: The Greasy Strangler! (59:28)
The guys celebrate the 4th of July with their favorite patriotic movies and do a full breakdown of the first two episodes of Space Cops. Then... two listeners had dreams about Walk Softly and they're insane, the trash fire that is Battle of the Network Stars, Wonder Woman and the summer movie season so far.
The guys dig deep on Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2; James Gunn's ascension at Marvel and Joss Whedon's fall from grace, Walkman prices spike on eBay... Then, would you pay for a prop from your favorite TV show (24:20)? A bad Memorial Day at the box office. And we finish strong with an incredible Dolph Lundgren story (56:15) and Saturday Night Live ramblings.
The guys start with a huge announcement about a classic TV favorite. Then it's time for rake fights and stuffed animals driving golf carts - we're talking Hobgoblins on this round of Force Watch.
It's the summer of Todd! The guys start with a review of Iron Fist (3:15) and Todd's Netflix habits. Then, it's time for Force Watch. Breakdown and analysis of Petey Wheatstraw: the Devil's Son in Law (26:00), remembering the great Rudy Ray Moore, and a brief history of Blaxploitation cinema.
Allen was a movie watching boss last weekend and tells us about the three flicks he saw at the cineplex. Then we get geared up for the summer movie season by breaking down new trailers for a few blockbusters and a couple indies. And we wrap things up with our all-time favorite memories of Wrestlemania.
The guys say goodbye to Bill Paxton by remembering his greatest roles. Keanu would make another Matrix? Scott reveals an amazing pattern he discovered while watching horrible John Cusack VOD movies. A good old fashioned round of Force Watch. And finally, a disturbing snack that could be the breakout cereal of the future.
The guys start by catching up with big news and more fun facts. Results on whose smokin' hot sports opinion was most controversial. Then, Allen gives us his review of Logan which leads to a discussion on R-rated superhero films.
The guys start the show with some fun facts about themselves. Allen maintains his 90's dance purity, Todd steers clear of fishy snacks, and Scott may just be the most dangerous man on future-Earth. Then somebody has some explaining to do re: last week's Jack Nicholson special. (9:10) -- When the guys share their most controversial sports opinions, Allen says Michael Jordan isn't even in the TOP 5 of best all-time NBA players. (13:30) -- Their worst experiences in a movie theater. (27:40) -- Tough Love for Ben Affleck. (42:25) -- Avengers Infinity War! and other Marvel movie happenings. (53:54) -- And then an in-depth breakdown of the infamous Silent Night, Deadly Night 2 (1:00:40)
As Jack Nicholson steps away from life in the public eye, the guys name their favorite Nicholson roles and share some true hollywood stories about a Tinseltown legend.
The guys have done their homework and turn in a detailed examination of the 90's classic, The Professional. But first, is M. Night back?? Allen saw Shyamalan's Split and fills us in. Plus, a ton of superhero movie news and rumors including Hellboy 3, Logan, Suicide Squad and more.
The guys open up with Batman, Bond, and the Curse of Oak Island. Then, Hollywood takes a beating during a recap of the Golden Globes and that Meryl Streep speech. Who won last week's contest? And finally, fond memories of the Royal Rumble.
The guys remember 2016 (not so fondly) and get you ready for 2017 in this New Year's episode. Who will we miss the most, the best/worst movies of the year, what we're working on in 2017, what films are we looking forward to the most/least, Lemon Coke, and more!
The guys talk about the Best/Worst of all things Christmas; movies, food, TV specials, gifts, regifts, and more.
Scott and Allen discuss the new Guardians of the Galaxy 2 trailer, the best and worst of Christmas movies, and, inspired by #NotMy President, they finish up with the #NotMy_____ movie game.
The guys recap their trip to Paducah and the Rivers Edge International Film Festival. Food, movies, pod, and weirdos! Also in this episode: Chappelle on SNL (2:45) -- Is Trump's presidency actually a pro wrestling gimmick? (5:16) -- A Dr. Strange review (25:00) -- Marvel news (41:20) -- And a harrowing mystery as Todd vanishes in the middle of the show!
The guys travel to Rivers Edge Int. Film Fest and sit down with the director herself! Landee pulls back the curtain on the inner workings of a film fest, the selection process, the best sandwich in town, and 70s era heartthrobs.
The guys talk about the Best/Worst of all things Halloween; movies, candy, TV specials, costumes, monsters, and more.
The guys start off with what they've been watching lately and Allen is not happy about Andrew Garfield's southern accent. Then it's time to carve the Mt. Rushmore of Movie Characters; any era, any genre.
After seeing Rolling Stones' heinous list of the Top 100 TV shows of all time, the guys give their own Top 10s.
Scott is back from his "hurrication" and the guys talk Disney World. Then it's time for Luke Cage to take his beatin'. What works and what doesn't work for Netflix's newest Marvel offering?
The guys talk about the favorite live events they've attended. That topic leads into some retro rasslin' talk, then Allen gives his thoughts on The Magnificent Seven. Then it's the big one: Who are the most famous Kentuckians of all time? And can any other state compete with our best??
Allen opens the show with a fantastic Burt Reynolds story. Then, the guys discuss the virtues of taking big risks as an aspiring artist, Walt Disney had some big ones, a marathon edit session on the newest WSF short film, and then they wrap it all up with a preview of the Fall television season and some thoughts on Stranger Things.
Tough Love for the superhero bunch! It's been a long time coming for DC, but Marvel isn't getting off scot-free. What complaints could we possibly have about Marvel? We'll discuss exactly what they need to do to keep that locomotive on the tracks. Highlights include: The guys talk about their weekends and Scott uncharacteristically dishes up his personal life (3:40) - Allen sings the praises of Hell or High Water (10:30) - Remembering the transcendent talent of Gene Wilder (16:40) - DC takes their beating (31:10) - Marvel gets a wake-up call (1:02:50)
It was a long, hard summer we won't soon remember. The boys are taking one for the team by recounting all the dreck that Hollywood served up this year. A year of remakes, reboots, and ill-advised sequels and we're taking them to task.
In our first interview, we talk to John Gibson filmmaker and lecturer in electronic media at NKU. Topics include: How did he end up here? - John's extremely ambitious feature film Revelation Trail - Advice for anyone who might make a feature - What's the right path for a young person who wants to work in film - And a rousing round of rapid fire including, of course, good lookin' dudes
The fellas dish up stories on three Hollywood legends. Plus, a tribute to TV legend Garry Marshall and the Best/Worst of TV to movie adaptations. Highlights: - Our favorite classic cereals (2:52) - Remembering Gary Marshall (9:50) - Results of the Best Lookin' Dude poll (19:00) - An epic and ice cold Warren Beatty story (22:36) - Classic Bill Murray and Jack Nicholson stories (28:14) - Filmmaking: Fan Films - are they worth it? (38:09) - Best/Worst TV to movie adaptations (48:50)
The guys talk about movies they love that most people hate and vice versa. James Cameron lands on the latter list twice which starts an in-depth conversation about the most interesting dick in the world. Highlights: - Pokémon Go - The Matrix Reloaded ruins a childhood (16:20) - 2001: A Space Odyssey (21:49) - Titanic (26:05) - Avatar (43:45) - James Cameron, genius b-hole (48:12) - The Lion King (1:01:20) - Allen eviscerates the most beloved Christmas movie of all time (1:05:04) - Movies we're embarrassed to admit we haven't seen (1:14:20) - A terrible Christopher Walken impression (1:15:30) - Hidden Track
The boys dissect Ghostbusters in the most thorough review on the digisphere. Annnd... they didn't love it.
Allen returns from his Carolina vacation ready to talk movies... and dudes? A round of Full Disclosure takes us from the highs of BFG to the lows of The Boy Next Door. And in true Deliverance fashion, Burt Reynolds leads us down a strange path. We're talkin' good looking men on Talk Hard! Highlights include: - The best and worst from Allen's vacation - Zootopia is overrated - If you could look like any star in their prime... - Scott promises scorched earth if the new Ghostbusters stinks - Marvel Minutes - The best comic story ever.
The boys recount their latest filmmaking exploits and Allen digs deep into their roles within the group. Hear tell of Art and his fantastic Plymouth Fury! Setting fires in the middle of public streets and more!
The fellas discuss which movies they couldn't wait to share with their kids and cinematic memories with their own Dads. Highlights include: - E.T. scars us emotionally (23:30) - Cannonball Run II exposes Scott & Al to their first look at boobs (28:15) - Was Scott's trailer prediction correct on Central Intelligence? (35:45) - Underrated Directors (52:30) - What Bryan Singer does better than anyone else.
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