Eric and Ron VanTimmeren of Studio C at Celebration Cinema discuss what's really important in your life, like movies, pop culture, movies, news, movies, family squabbles and other assorted nonsense. Plus movies.
This is a very special edition of the Eric Zane Show as our intrepid host shares the inspiring story of a very successful kidney transplant. A story which has been nearly a year in the making. Experience an event which has changed the lives of two individuals forever.
In this, the final episode before Eric's historic kidney donation, the boys get an update as our intrepid host prepares for the big day. They also discuss charitable contributions around the upcoming holidays and the possible end of the Covid pandemic.
It's election day and the boys make their predictions. Eric informs us of the fast approaching date when he heads to LA for his kidney donation. And the boys pay tribute to the late Sean Connery.
This week the boys take time to pay tribute to the late Eddie VanHalen. They also touch on Covid 19 in the White House, new movies at the theaters (That's right, theaters will be open again soon!), and we get an update on Eric's kidney donation saga.
The decision on whether Eric's kidney donation will happen has been made, and on this week's show we find out if there's a trip to L.A. in his future.
This week the guys get an update on Eric's kidney donation as the day of decision draws near. They also talk sports, movies and Gene's recent trip to Alabama.
On this week's show, Eric shares details of his recent trip to California. It's all part of his ongoing kidney donation saga. The boys also discuss college sports, movies and, as always, Covid 19.
In this week's episode Eric joins us from a motor home in his father's driveway. The boys discuss his recent vacation which included a 400 pound woman doing a killer piano rendition of Limelight by Rush. They also touch upon the current state of the pandemic and finish with movie news and a discussion of the late Robin Williams' highest rated releases.
This week, Eric shares the story behind his most recent trip to the dog house and gives us a not so subtle review of Brad Pitt's "Ad Astra". All three weigh in on the current state of our state's recovery from the pandemic, and pay tribute to the late, great Rob Reiner.
This week Eric, Ron and Gene discuss fireworks, bridal showers, the movie business and the current state of our diminishing freedoms. We also learn that Ron has become quite the curmudgeon since retirement.
On this week's show Eric, Ron and Gene discuss deck building, the darker side of fishing and the Rayshard Brooks shooting in Atlanta. Also, Eric finally reveals the long awaited process for making the "Big Mack Chaffel".
The Zoom podcasts continue with Eric Zane and Ron Van Timmeren on episode 45 of the Eric Zane Show.
The gang's back. Join Eric along with Ron Van Timmeren and Gene Gregory for the latest podcast of The Eric Zane Show.
Eric Zane, Ron Van Timmeren and Gene Gregory coming at you with another Zoom version of The Eric Zane Show.
Eric, Ron and Gene DON'T talk movies. Or do they? Listen in to find out.
Eric's back with Ron Van Timmeren and Gene Gregory for the latest podcast of The Eric Zane Show.
Host Eric Zane and Ron Van Timmeren talk all things movie in their first virtual podcast.
Eric and Ron return to the WKTV studios for another discuss flue shots, the Coronavirus, clothes shopping and new movies. Ron goes over this week's new releases which include I Still Believe, The Hunt, Bloodshot, Portrait of a Lady on Fire and Wendy.
After a month's hiatus, Eric and Ron return and do their Oscar's rundown. They also recap last week's big winner, Sonic the Hedge Hog. Ron then runs down the upcoming new releases at Celebration Cinema. They include Call of the Wild, Brahms, The Boy II and The Lodge.
It's Oscar time again and the boys take a look at this year's nominees for best picture. Ron shares this week's new movies at Celebration Cinema, which include Bad Boys Forever and Doolittle. Eric also laments the carnage left in the wake of radio's Black Tuesday.
The new years begins with a bang as we learn Eric's collegiate career was predicated on a scam. On a positive note, as the newly minted Public Address Announcer for the Grand Rapids Drive, Eric demonstrates his best player introductions. Ron wraps the Golden Globe winners (Sorry, nothing on Ricky Gervais) and previews this week's new movies, which include 1917, Just Mercy, Like a Boss and Underwater.
In the final episode of 2019 Eric and Ron are joined by their wives, Diana and Kris, to highlight their favorites from the past year. The discussion includes their top concerts and musical acts, TV show, movies, sports and food. They finish strong with a list of the most anticipated movies of 2020.
The long awaited final episode of the Star Wars triple trilogy is finally upon us, and Eric and Ron discuss the current plot and how it relates to past episodes. Ron details the other movies set to be released this week, and on Christmas day. This week it's Star Wars The Rise of Skywalker, Cats and Bombshell. New releases set for Christmas Day include Little Women, Uncut Gems and Spies In Disguise.
Eric and Ron discuss the new movies at Celebration Cinema this week. The lineup includes, Jumanji: The Next Level, Richard Jewel, Black Christmas and No Safe Space. Ron also gives us a quick peak at the SAG and Golden Globe award show nominations.
In this episode Eric and Ron share stories of their Thanksgiving with family and friends. The question of the day has the crew carefully dipping their toes into the pool of politics. Ron previews the new releases this week including Dark Waters, Honey Boy, Playmobile and Hold On. The highlight of this episode comes when Eric looses his mind, and demeanor, when he recalls watching the movie Irishman.
It's a special Thanksgiving episode as the pair welcome Ron's wife Kris to the show. In this episode they settle the great turkey stuffing debate and look back at last week's box office winners and losers. Ron previews a light week of new movies including Knives Out, Queen and Slim and the Michigan made documentary, Through the Banks of the Red Cedar. The group finishes by listing their top 5 movies of 2019.
In this episode we learn all about Ron's recent surgery and Eric's run in with his daughters car. (Literally a run in) Ron gives us the winners and losers at the box office last week and runs down this week's new releases including Ford and Ferrari, Charlie's Angels, The Good Lier and The Report.
It's the start of the big holiday season for movies at Celebration Cinema and Eric and Ron discuss the first week of this year's Hollywood heap. New movies include Terminator - Dark Fate, Parasite, Motherless Brooklyn, Harriet and Arctic Dogs.
Eric begins the show by sharing the parental "call to action" which caused him to miss last weeks podcast. He follows that up with a no holes barred, emotion filled review of the Joker. Ron details this week's new releases at Celebration Cinema including, Western Star, Black and Blue, Countdown, The Lighthouse, The Great Alaskan Race and The Current War.
This week Eric and Ron welcome WZZM's Sasha Zidar for and in depth, and rather spirited, review of the new Joker movie. Ron also previews this weeks new releases including The Adams Family, Jexi, and Gemini Man starring Will Smith, Will Smith and Will Smith.
This episode goes deep into the new Joker movie as Eric and Ron discuss the early reviews and the controversy surrounding its release. Ron gives us the much anticipated news that Studio Park is now open and ready to go. Get the inside story on what to expect from the newest addition to the Grand Rapids Entertainment District.
As always, Eric and Ron discuss the new shows coming out at Celebration Cinema. This week they discuss the new "Joker" movie staring Joaquin Phoenix who, both agree, has the mental capacity to do the roll justice. Other new releases include the animated adventure Abominable, which was created and produced in China. And Judy, staring Renee Zellweger as Judy Garland, which chronicles the tormented star's final year in the UK.
In this episode we learn of Eric's bizarre fascination with the sound of cracking bones and his apparent man crush on Brad Pitt. Ron previews the new movies coming this week to Celebration Cinema including Downton Abby, Ad Astra (with the aforementioned Brad Pitt), Rambo: Last Blood and Brittany Runs a Marathon.
As the summer winds down, Eric and Ron discuss the glut of end of the season films that will hit the theater this weekend. Titles include Killer Man, Don' Let Go, Bennett's War, Saaho and After the Wedding.
In this episode, Eric and Ron break down the new movies being released this week at Celebration Cinema. The pair preview Angry Bird 2, Blinded By the Light, 47 Meters Down, Uncaged and Where'd You Go Bernadette. We also learn that Eric is a huge fan of Shia LaBeouf, almost too big of a fan!
In this episode, Eric and Ron do their end of summer wrap up, and preview this week's new movies at Celebration Cinema. Movies include Dora and the Lost City of Gold, The Kitchen, The Art of Racing Rain and The Angry Birds Movie 2. We also discover the disturbing fact that Eric believes he can make Saddle Shoes popular once again. To cast your vote on bring them back, go to The Whole Picture Podcast page on Facebook and leave a yes or no comment on the latest Eric Zane podcast post.
In this episode Eric reviews the movies "Yesterday" and "Once Upon a Time In Hollywood". He also shares the story of how he met Quentin Tarantino in an airport in Chicago. Ron details the upcoming movies this week at Celebration Cinema and talks about the Billion Dollar Beast...Lion King.
This week Eric and Ron prepare for vacation by highlighting the next two weeks of new releases at Celebration Cinema. The pair give an in depth preview of the much anticipated Lion King release including a rundown of the voice talent chosen for this remake. They also cover the latest effort by Quentin Tarantino, Once Upon A Time In Hollywood.
This episode deals with dog bites, sincere apologies and chicken in the basement. Ron and Eric asses the opening week of the new Spiderman movie while Ron previews this week's new movies at Celebration Cinema including Stuber, Crawl, Wild Rose and the documentary Beth Hamilton Unstoppable.
This week Eric and Ron cover the releases coming out thru the 4th of July weekend. Ron previews Annebelle, Yesterday, Spider-Man: Far From Home, Midsommar and The Lion King. As an added bonus, Eric and Ron get a quick lesson in the Swedish language from Gene.
In this episode Eric reluctantly shares his opinion of the new Captain Marvel movie. Ron chimes in with last weeks box office busts plus gives us a rundown of the new movies headed for Celebration Cinema over the next two weeks. They include Men In Black International, Shaft, Late Night and The Dead Don't Die.
On this week's show, Eric and Ron share their differing views on the controversial ending of King of Thrones. Ron gives us a rundown of the new movies coming to Celebration Cinema this week, and next, including the one new movie which has Eric chomping at the bit to see. And even though Ron is still a few days away from vacation his mind is already there, much to his chagrin.
In this edition of the show, Eric Zane and Ron Van Timmeren of Celebration Cinema welcome in special guest Robert Krantz to talk about the release of his faith based movie Faith, Hope and Love. Krantz, who wrote, directed and played the lead role, explains why this move is not your every day, run of the mill, faith based offering.
In this episode Eric Zane and Ron Van Timmeren of Celebration Cinema look back on the incredible success of Avengers Endgame. Ron previews this week's new movies including Pokémon Detective Pikachu and lets us in on the big announcement recently released by Disney. The group also speculates on themes for the next round of Marvel movies.
In Episode 11 Eric Zane and Ron Van Timmeren preview this week's much anticipated release of The Avengers Endgame at Celebration Cinema. Ron also gives a brief rundown of the other movies that will go up against this adventure jaugenaut. We also get an inside look at the past athletic exploits of Eric, Ron and Mean Gene.
In this episode Eric and Ron warn of the Avengers Endgame spoiler video which has made its way to the internet. Ron also gives a full rundown of this week's new releases at Celebration Cinema. Eric offers his always entertaining editorial comments on each new release including a rather messy interpretation of the new penguin movie "Steve".
In Episode 9 Eric learns all about Ron's recent trip to Cinemacon in Las Vegas. We also reveal the magic behind the video taping of this podcast plus Ron gives us a preview of this week's new movies coming to Celebration Cinema.
This week Eric and Ron discuss the week's new releases with emphasis on Steven King's Pet Cemetery. Eric also shares an interesting story regarding his mother in law's special place in the Zane family abode.
Eric, Ron and Gene discuss the new documentary The Russian 5 while Eric holds nothing back with a rather scathing review of Us. As always, Eric and Ron take us through the new movie releases this week at Celebration Cinema
In Episode 5, Eric and Ron highlight the new releases coming to Celebration Cinema this week. They also look ahead to next week and the much anticipated release of "Us". A movie Eric says should be on your must see list. They also preview the release of "The Russian 5", the true story of 5 famous Russian hockey players and their epic defection to America in the early 80's. A move that could have cost them their careers, but ultimately led them to winning the Stanley Cup with the Detroit Red Wings.
In their weekly podcast Eric and Ron highlight the new movie releases for the weekend of 3/8/19. They also discuss Brie Larson's role in the new Captain Marvel movie and Zane offers up a rather scathing review of the movie Cold Pursuit (But still thinks you should see it).