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The Novice Elitists


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    Above the Law (1988)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 90:00


    Caleb and Isaac return to the next leg of their Year of the Dragon series, as they kick off their five part look at the early career of (in)famous akido screen legend, Steven Seagall. How will compare to our previous two martial arts superstars? Find out now!   Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @Calebalexader

    TNE Speakeasy: Bonus #134 (Discussing Batman Video Games ft. Isaac & Caleb)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 33:35


    Isaac and Caleb are back in the bar for a bite sized bonus episode, as they discuss their experience with the output of Batman video games from the past 16 years. They also discuss some of their thoughts on what the future has in store for the series.    This episode was recorded on August 8th, 2024.    Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @CalebAlexader

    Tales of the Jedi (2022)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 132:52


    Isaac and Eric are back in the bar as they once again return to the world of Star Wars television! But unlike the last time we ventured into Disney Plus Star Wars tv, without Caleb and Steve in tow, will this create a different dynamic? And how will Isaac respond to being forced to contend with his (previously) long time nemesis, Dave Filoni?! Find out all that and more in this exciting edition of The Novice Elitists Presents: Jedis! A Star Wars Story.    This episode was recorded on Dec. 23rd, 2024.   Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @CalebAlexader   And follow Caleb and Isaac on their sister feed, Bending the Elements:   Bending the Elements: An Avatar Podcast | The Novice Elitists (podbean.com)   And Join Caleb & Eric on the Romulan's Bearing Gifts Podcast:   Romulans Bearing Gifts: The Star Trek Podcast | Libsyn Directory   And their other movie podcast, Prognosis Negative: Doctor Who: Prognosis Negative

    TNE Speakeasy: Bonus #131 (Broadway Across Canada's Frozen (2024) ft. Isaac & Caleb)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 78:56


    Caleb and Isaac are back in the bar to discuss yet another stage production, this time looking at their visit to the Queen Elizabeth Theater to watch Broadway Across Canada's production of Frozen! What did they think when they went to this back in July of last year? Will Caleb ever get these stage production speakeasys out in timely manner? Probably not, but give this one a listen anyway!   This episode was recorded on July 23rd, 2024.    Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @CalebAlexader   And follow Caleb and Isaac on their sister feed, Bending the Elements:   Bending the Elements: An Avatar Podcast | The Novice Elitists (podbean.com)   And Join Caleb, Isaac & Eric on the Romulan's Bearing Gifts Podcast: Romulans Bearing Gifts: The Star Trek Podcast | Libsyn Directory   And their other movie podcast, Prognosis Negative: Doctor Who: Prognosis Negative   You can also find Isaac & Caleb as guest hosts on The Best Picture Podcast: The Best Picture Podcast | Libsyn Directory

    Robot Carnival (1987)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 88:38


    Caleb and Isaac continue their Anime Anthologies series, looking at another entry featuring the works of Katsuhiro Otomo! Robot Carnival delivers a somewhat more unified scope in it's collection of 9 shorts. What will your hosts think of this one? Find out now!   This episode was recorded on Mar. 10th, 2024.    Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @Calebalexader   And follow Caleb and Isaac on their sister feed, Bending the Elements:   Bending the Elements: An Avatar Podcast | The Novice Elitists (podbean.com)   And Join Caleb, Isaac & Eric on the Romulan's Bearing Gifts Podcast: Romulans Bearing Gifts: The Star Trek Podcast | Libsyn Directory   And their other movie podcast, Prognosis Negative: Doctor Who: Prognosis Negative   You can also find Isaac & Caleb as guest hosts on The Best Picture Podcast: The Best Picture Podcast | Libsyn Directory

    TNE Speakeasy: Bonus #111 (Dredd, High Frame Rate Films, and more ft. Sean, Eric & Caleb)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 25:54


    Sean and Eric join Caleb in the bar for yet another bonus episode, this time for a more bite sized edition. The three discuss movies they've watched recently, such as Dredd (2012), The Hours, and more. They also discuss High Frame Rate and how they think it's worked out so far in recent releases.   This episode was recorded on Nov. 23rd, 2023.    Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com

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    A Clockwork Orange (1971) {Stanley Kubrick Retrospective}

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 181:16


    Caleb and Eric once again return to their long running Kubrick retrospective, this time arriving at A Clockwork Orange! Isaac joins them again discuss this one, coming in for his first time seeing it. What will your hosts think of this one? Find out now!   This episode was recorded on Sept. 29th, 2024.   Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @CalebAlexader   Check out Eric over on The Best Picture Podcast.  The Best Picture Podcast | Libsyn Directory As well as other shows, such as The 1001 Movies Podcast: https://1001moviespodcast.libsyn.com/ And Romulan's Bearing Gifts: Romulans Bearing Gifts: The Star Trek Podcast | Libsyn Directory And follow Eric on twitter @Bullitt33  

    TNE Speakeasy: Bonus #128 (Dune Adaptations, Bond Films and Blockbusters ft. Eric & Caleb)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 31:45


    Eric and Caleb are back in the bar for yet another bonus episode compiled from various recordings during 2024. Here they discuss a topic they've nearly exhausted at this point, Dune adaptations! But apart from that well tread road, they also discuss their thoughts on modern blockbusters, James Bond films and more!   This episode was mostly recorded on Mar. 20th, 2024.    Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @Calebalexader

    Flyin' Solo #7: Books Caleb Read in 2024 (Part Three - The Final Chapter)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 49:57


    Flyin' Solo soars it's way back for the last of Caleb's series looking at all the books he read in 2024. This one picks up with Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, and includes several standouts such as The Lost World (1995), Woman in the Dunes, and more. Series he was following at such as Meg, Aliens, and the Thrawn Trilogy all have more entries here. What will he think of his last selection of books? Find out now!   What have you been reading lately? And do you have any book suggestions? Let us know over at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @CalebAlexader

    He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: "The Diamond Ray of Disappearance" (1983)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 80:25


    Isaac and Eric are back together yet again to discuss some more 80s animated television, this time taking look at the pilot to the 1983 series, He-Man and the Masters of the Universe!   Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @CalebAlexader

    TNE Speakeasy: Bonus #130 (Revisiting The Hobbit Trilogy ft. Caleb & Isaac)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 47:40


    Caleb and Isaac are back in the bar as Isaac interviews Caleb on his recent rewatch of Peter Jackson's Hobbit Trilogy. It had been nearly a decade since he'd seen the first two, and he'd never seen the second. What will he think this time around? Find out now!   Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @CalebAlexader

    My Sweet Audrina & The Glass Hotel (Book Discussion)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 77:35


    The 2025 wave of book discussions continue as Brianna and Caleb return for this years annual look at their favorite books from the previous year! This year, Caleb has chosen the 1982 novel My Sweet Audrina and Brianna chose the 2020 novel The Glass Hotel. What will they think of these two? Find out now!   This episode was recorded on Feb. 18th, 2025.    What was your favorite book of the year? Let your hosts know over at the thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @CalebAlexader    Find more of Brianna's adventures in reading on her joint bookstagram: https://instagram.com/the.opposites.bookstagram?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=   Or follow her goodreads account: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/31302788-brianna

    TNE Speakeasy: Bonus #125 (Godzilla, Wrestling, Video Games and More! ft Isaac & Caleb)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 56:27


    Caleb and Isaac are back with another composite-style bonus episode, this was covering a wide range of topics! They cover some of their history with watching wrestling, as well as 70s Godzilla films, inverted controls in video games, and more!  *Editors Note:  The image you should be able to see with this episode is related to a segment discussing Star Wars books and the Star Wars novel timeline.    This episode was recorded on April 16th, 2024.    Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @Calebalexader

    Neo Tokyo (1987)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 93:22


    Isaac and Caleb are back in the bar to discuss some more anime, this time kicking off a four part series covering all the anthology films featuring a short by Katsuhiro Otomo. Join us as we discuss the the 1987 anthology, Neo Tokyo!    If you've not seen the film and are unable to track down a legal copy, you can watch the film here: Neo Tokyo (1987) : Katsuhiro otomo : Free Download, Borrow, and Streaming : Internet Archive   And add your name to our TNE brand petition to Discotek Media to get this film a bluray release, by sending us an email at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @Calebalexader  (P.S. there's not actually a petition. But if you make one and need a few more signatures, I know where you can find two more!)   And follow Caleb and Isaac on their sister feed, Bending the Elements:   Bending the Elements: An Avatar Podcast | The Novice Elitists (podbean.com)   And Join Caleb, Isaac & Eric on the Romulan's Bearing Gifts Podcast: Romulans Bearing Gifts: The Star Trek Podcast | Libsyn Directory   And their other movie podcast, Prognosis Negative: Doctor Who: Prognosis Negative   You can also find Isaac & Caleb as guest hosts on The Best Picture Podcast: The Best Picture Podcast | Libsyn Directory  

    Flyin' Solo #6: Books Caleb Read in 2024 (Part Two)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2025 58:05


    Caleb is back for the second part of his breakdown on the books he read in 2024! This time stepping away from his main book playlist, this time looking at the random books he tossed into the mix.

    Superman: Unbound (2013) Commentary

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 83:43


    Isaac and Caleb continue their look at Geoff Johns Brainac arc by turning their attention to the 2013 adaption of that comic, in Superman: Unbound! Will your hosts like this entry in our long running Superman series? Find out now!    This episode was recorded on Apr. 29th, 2024.    Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @CalebAlexader   And follow Caleb and Isaac on their sister feed, Bending the Elements:   Bending the Elements: An Avatar Podcast | The Novice Elitists (podbean.com)   And Join Caleb & Eric on the Romulan's Bearing Gifts Podcast: Romulans Bearing Gifts: The Star Trek Podcast | Libsyn Directory   And their other movie podcast, Prognosis Negative: Doctor Who: Prognosis Negative

    Mothra vs. Godzilla (1964) Commentary

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 104:32


    #23 The Monster Mash series soars back onto the TNE feed, as Isaac, Caleb and Eric arrive at another Godzilla milestone by the covering the 1964 classic, Mothra vs. Godzilla! What will your hosts think of this one? Find out now!   This episode was recorded on Jan 4th, 2025.   Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @CalebAlexader   And follow Caleb and Isaac on their sister feed, Bending the Elements:   Bending the Elements: An Avatar Podcast | The Novice Elitists (podbean.com)   And Join Caleb & Eric on the Romulan's Bearing Gifts Podcast: Romulans Bearing Gifts: The Star Trek Podcast | Libsyn Directory   And their other movie podcast, Prognosis Negative: Doctor Who: Prognosis Negative

    Superman: Brainiac (2008) (Comic Book Discussion)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 85:53


    Caleb and Isaac make their long awaited return to their Superman series, this time arriving at the final stages of their 20 part series! For their penultimate Comic/Adaptation pairing, we're looking at the Brainiac storyline from Geoff Johns run on Action Comics (2006-2009) that was adapted into Superman Unbound (2013). What will your hosts think of of the story here? Or how about Gary Frank's work on the art side of things? Find out now, as we begin the countdown to the end of our Superman saga!   This episode was recorded on Apr. 22nd, 2024.    Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @CalebAlexader   And follow Caleb and Isaac on their sister feed, Bending the Elements:   Bending the Elements: An Avatar Podcast | The Novice Elitists (podbean.com)   And Join Caleb & Eric on the Romulan's Bearing Gifts Podcast:   Romulans Bearing Gifts: The Star Trek Podcast | Libsyn Directory   And their other movie podcast, Prognosis Negative: Doctor Who: Prognosis Negative

    TNE Speakeasy: Bonus #143 (James Gunn's Superman - First Trailer thoughts)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2025 29:47


    Isaac and Caleb are back in the bar, this time to discuss the trailer for the upcoming return of Superman to the big screen! Isaac has many thoughts and speculations on the potential for this new film, and Caleb joins give the scant bit of thoughts he still has raddling in his school/work addled mind.    This episode was recorded on Dec. 27th, 2024.    Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @CalebAlexader

    Flyin' Solo #5 (Books Caleb Read in 2024 - Part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2025 53:24


    Flyin' Solo roars back onto the TNE podcast feed as Caleb begins his three part series of discussing all the books he read/listened to in 2024. In this first episode he discusses the 21 books on his reading playlist, "To Your Scattered Bodies Go, The Stars!"   Some of the books included: Foundation, Jurassic Park, Horus Rising, Do Andriods Dream of Electric Sheep, Frank Herbert's Dune Saga (books 2-6), the Kim Stanley Robinson Mars trilogy, The Space Trilogy by C.S. Lewis, The Three Body Problem, and more.   This episode was recorded on 

    Lone Wolf McQuade (1983)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 90:32


    The Year of the Dragon continues, closing out Isaac & Caleb's coverage of 5 films featuring American martial arts icon, Chuck Norris! This time looking at the film that inspired his most well known role, as we look at the story of a Texan Lone Ranger and the struggles that entails. Join us as we discuss Lone Wolf McQuade!    This episode was recorded on Dec. 26th, 2024.   Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @CalebAlexader   And follow Caleb and Isaac on their sister feed, Bending the Elements: Bending the Elements: An Avatar Podcast | The Novice Elitists (podbean.com)   And Join Caleb & Eric on the Romulan's Bearing Gifts Podcast: Romulans Bearing Gifts: The Star Trek Podcast | Libsyn Directory And their other movie podcast, Prognosis Negative: Doctor Who: Prognosis Negative

    TNE Speakeasy: Bonus #123 (The 2024 Oscar's, 90s Disaster Movies and More ft. Isaac & Caleb)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2025 33:05


    Pulling out another lost episode from the TNE Archive, we present a discussion from Mar. 13th, 2024. Here Isaac & Caleb discussed the line up of films nominated in the 2024 oscars, as well as Caleb's thoughts on the boom of disaster movies in the 90s.   Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @CalebAlexader   And follow Caleb and Isaac on their sister feed, Bending the Elements: Bending the Elements: An Avatar Podcast | The Novice Elitists (podbean.com)   And Join Caleb & Eric on the Romulan's Bearing Gifts Podcast: Romulans Bearing Gifts: The Star Trek Podcast | Libsyn Directory And their other movie podcast, Prognosis Negative: Doctor Who: Prognosis Negative

    The Transformers: "War Dawn" (1985)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 81:54


    Isaac and Eric are back in the bar for the second part of their duology covering episodes from the original Transformers series. What will they think of War Dawn? Only one way to find out.   This episode was recorded on Nov. 18th, 2024.    Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @CalebAlexader   And follow Caleb and Isaac on their sister feed, Bending the Elements:   Bending the Elements: An Avatar Podcast | The Novice Elitists (podbean.com)   And Join Caleb & Eric on the Romulan's Bearing Gifts Podcast:   Romulans Bearing Gifts: The Star Trek Podcast | Libsyn Directory   And their other movie podcast, Prognosis Negative: Doctor Who: Prognosis Negative

    TNE Speakeasy: Bonus #141 (New Years Rocking Eve with Your Boys from the NE ft. Isaac & Caleb)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2024 125:41


    Caleb and Isaac are back for their final episodes of 2024, and they're ending this year with yet another TNE New Years celebration! They discuss the films they saw this year, video games they've played, books they've read and more! They also announce some scheduling changes for the new year.   This episode was recorded on Dec. 22nd, 2024.   Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @CalebAlexader   And follow Caleb and Isaac on their sister feed, Bending the Elements: Bending the Elements: An Avatar Podcast | The Novice Elitists (podbean.com)   And Join Caleb & Eric on the Romulan's Bearing Gifts Podcast: Romulans Bearing Gifts: The Star Trek Podcast | Libsyn Directory And their other movie podcast, Prognosis Negative: Doctor Who: Prognosis Negative

    Bunny (2019) (Book Discussion)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2024 58:32


    Brianna and Caleb return for another book discussion, this time following up their previous entry in this series by looking at another novel by Canadian author Mona Awad! What will they think of Bunny, her debut novel? Hit play and find out!   This episode was recorded Oct. 26th, 2024.   What was your favorite book of the year? Let your hosts know over at the thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @CalebAlexader    Find more of Caleb & Brianna's adventures in reading on her bookstagram: https://instagram.com/the.opposites.bookstagram?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=   Or follow her goodreads account: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/31302788-brianna

    TNE Speakeasy: Bonus #108 (Hadestown & The Marvels ft. Isaac & Caleb)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2024 63:12


    Spring has arrived (extremely) early here at the TNE archives and our interns have been hard at work digging around the dusty bins and cockroach infested files (we need Isaac to get out his gloves and cleaning mask again!). And for the first release they've put together, we go back all the way to November 2023, as Isaac interviews Caleb on his recent trip to the Queen Elizabeth theater in Downtown Vancouver, to see the Broadway Across Canada production of Hadestown. Then after that, Caleb follows that up by discussing his (then) recent viewing of The Marvels.    This episode was recorded on Nov. 12th, 2023.    Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @CalebAlexader   And follow Caleb and Isaac on their sister feed, Bending the Elements: Bending the Elements: An Avatar Podcast | The Novice Elitists (podbean.com)   And Join Caleb & Eric on the Romulan's Bearing Gifts Podcast: Romulans Bearing Gifts: The Star Trek Podcast | Libsyn Directory And their other movie podcast, Prognosis Negative: Doctor Who: Prognosis Negative

    Santa vs. The Snowman (1997)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2024 52:30


    Isaac and Caleb continue their christmas festivities as Isaac breaks out his surprise pick, the 1997 animated special Santa vs. The Snowman! (Formally known as Santa vs. The Snowman 3D, our second Christmas pick that previously had 3D in the title after The Nutcracker in 3D, which we covered back in 2020. Join us as we discuss this short Christmas treat, and see if we flip our signs Christmas Green or Christmas Red!

    Black Christmas (1974)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2024 93:21


    Christmas has arrived on the TNE feed as Caleb & Isaac are doing things a bit different this year by both of them have a holiday themed pick in their stockings. And what better way to start the season off then by some holiday horror, as Caleb breaks out his pick, Black Christmas!   This episode was recorded on Nov. 30th, 2024.   Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @Calebalexader

    The Transformers: "The Search for Alpha Trion"

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2024 75:01


    Isaac and Eric are back in the bar to officially kick off their retooled Transformers series! But rather than starting off with one of the films, they're turning to their eye to the series that kicked it all off by covering two episodes from the original Transformers series! The first of which we present now, with "The Search for Alpha Trion."   This episode was recorded on Nov. 18th, 2024.    Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @CalebAlexader   And follow Caleb and Isaac on their sister feed, Bending the Elements:   Bending the Elements: An Avatar Podcast | The Novice Elitists (podbean.com)   And Join Caleb & Eric on the Romulan's Bearing Gifts Podcast:   Romulans Bearing Gifts: The Star Trek Podcast | Libsyn Directory   And their other movie podcast, Prognosis Negative: Doctor Who: Prognosis Negative

    The Quest for Camelot (1998)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2024 83:19


    Another milestone has been crossed as Caleb and Isaac return to the bar to discuss another 90s animated film, as Isaac continues his tradition of pulling out animated childhood favorites to celebrate the arrival of another 100 episode marker. That's right folks, we have arrived at number 300! Will The Quest for Camelot live up to Isaac's 20 year old memories, and how will Caleb react coming to this one for a first? Don't walk! But Fly to that dial to press play!   This episode was recorded on Nov. 23rd, 2024.   Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @CalebAlexader   And follow Caleb and Isaac on their sister feed, Bending the Elements:   Bending the Elements: An Avatar Podcast | The Novice Elitists (podbean.com)   And Join Caleb & Eric on the Romulan's Bearing Gifts Podcast:   Romulans Bearing Gifts: The Star Trek Podcast | Libsyn Directory   And their other movie podcast, Prognosis Negative: Doctor Who: Prognosis Negative

    Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time (2010) Commentary

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2024 125:29


    Isaac and Caleb return to the TNE Arcade for yet another film based on a video game property, and this time it's a game series neither have ever played! Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time debuted in theaters to a resounding shrug. Will your hosts find something worth remembering in this semi-forgotten film, or will it join the ranks of discarded trash on the arcade floor? Find out now!   This episode was recorded on Mar. 3rd, 2024.   Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @CalebAlexader         And follow Caleb and Isaac on their sister feed, Bending the Elements:   Bending the Elements: An Avatar Podcast | The Novice Elitists (podbean.com)         And Join Caleb & Eric on the Romulan's Bearing Gifts Podcast:   Romulans Bearing Gifts: The Star Trek Podcast | Libsyn Directory   And their other movie podcast, Prognosis Negative: Doctor Who: Prognosis Negative

    TNE Speakeasy: Bonus #137 (Transformers One ft. Eric & Isaac)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2024 54:41


    Isaac and Eric are in the bar just the two of them, and Isaac begins his secret plan to restart the Transformers retrospective, as The Transformers Redux series! But before he can get to that, first he corners Eric in the bar and interviews him on his (then) recent viewing of Transformers One. What did he think on a first viewing? Find out now!   This episode was recorded on Oct. 28th, 2024.   Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to them on twitter @Calebalexader

    Dracula: Sovereign of the Damned (1980) {Marvel Anime Oddballs}

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2024 85:58


    The Marvel retrospective explodes on the TNE feed, as Caleb and Isaac kick off their Anime Oddballs series! Before Howard the Duck kicked down the doors to theatrical Marvel releases, tv movies ruled the roost for capturing everybody's favorite Marvel heroes in motion. But is Tomb of Dracula anyone's favorite? Join your hosts as they discuss the 1980 anime adaption, and begin our multi-year retrospective on every film based on Marvel comics.   This episode was recorded on Jun. 17th, 2024.   Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @CalebAlexader   And follow Caleb and Isaac on their sister feed, Bending the Elements: Bending the Elements: An Avatar Podcast | The Novice Elitists (podbean.com)   And Join Caleb & Eric on the Romulan's Bearing Gifts Podcast: Romulans Bearing Gifts: The Star Trek Podcast | Libsyn Directory And their other movie podcast, Prognosis Negative: Doctor Who: Prognosis Negative

    TNE Speakeasy: Bonus #136 (Introducing the Marvel Retrospective ft Isaac & Caleb)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2024 22:15


    Isaac and Caleb are back in the bar, following up on the trend of introducing a brand new series in it's own standalone special. Long in the annuals of TNE history, has Isaac bemoaned the direction of the MCU, and Marvel films in general, but due to his 10 year long Embargo, the last one he saw in 2018. How does he feel at the prospect of not just revisiting his dreaded MCU, but also digging into the depths of all the films adapted from Marvel works? Find out now in this episode, Introducing our Marvel Retrospective!    And tune in on Monday for the first proper episode in that series, Dracula: Sovereign of the Damned!    

    An Eye for an Eye (1981) {Chuck Norris Series}

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 90:15


    Caleb and Isaac continue their Year of the Dragon, as they take a look at their penultimate entry in the Chuck Norris series, An Eye for an Eye! After enjoying the last two films, will there be more division on this next entry? Find out now!   This episode was recorded on Oct. 12th, 2024.   Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @CalebAlexader   And follow Caleb and Isaac on their sister feed, Bending the Elements: Bending the Elements: An Avatar Podcast | The Novice Elitists (podbean.com)   And Join Caleb & Eric on the Romulan's Bearing Gifts Podcast: Romulans Bearing Gifts: The Star Trek Podcast | Libsyn Directory And their other movie podcast, Prognosis Negative: Doctor Who: Prognosis Negative

    The Octogon (1980) {Chuck Norris Series}

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2024 103:25


    Halloween has come and gone, and now it's time for Isaac and Caleb to get back to their Year of the Dragon series, this time taking a look at the third entry in their Chuck Norris series, The Octogon! Will they enjoy this one as much as A Force of One? Find out now!   This episode was recorded on Sept. 22nd, 2024.   Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @Calebalexader

    Scary Godmother: The Revenge of Jimmy (2005) Commentary

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 55:45


    The TNE Halloween Season comes to a close as Isaac and Caleb follow up on Isaac's Halloween pick from last year, by covering the sequel to Scary Godmother's Halloween Spooktacular! The Revenge of Jimmy soared to our tv screens back in the fall of 2005, and now nearly 20 years later, your hosts watch and discuss it. Have you seen either of these two films? Let us know over at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @CalebAlexader   This episode was recorded on Oct. 5th, 2024.    And if you want to watch the movie along with us, check it out here: https://youtu.be/tkw8xF8sbgM?si=mgvn1IJX2OpoXsxV   Have a happy Halloween from your boys of the NE.

    TNE Speakeasy: Bonus #135 (New Tomb Raider Remasters, Alien Isolation Sequel, and More Video Game Talk ft. Isaac & Caleb)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2024 45:42


    Caleb and Isaac return to the bar to discuss some big news in the video game world, discussing the announcement of a sequel to Alien: Isolation, and the news of another set of Tomb Raider remasters hitting stores in February. They also discuss other remasters they'd like to see, and more.   Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com Or reach our to us on twitter @Calebalexader

    The Slayer (1982)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 74:27


    Caleb and Isaac return for their final entry in the 2024 edition of The Sea Shanties of Horror. This time instead of recording at the bar, the two took a pause on their brief Island vacation, as the discuss The Slayer! Will they end their series on a high point, or will The Slayer slay them in their way out?! Don't stop that dial, join them as they find out "Is it a nightmare? Or is it...The Slayer!"   This episode was recorded on Aug. 13th, 2024.   Do you have any suggestions for a Sea Shanties of Horror vol. 3? Or perhaps another horror-themed series? Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to your hosts on twitter @Calebalexader    

    The King Tide (2024)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 60:41


    The Sea Shanties of Horror continues into its third entry, as Caleb and Isaac take a look at the recently released film, The King Tide. This time treading some closer waters in this Canadian horror-drama about an Island town that find a little girl with the power to heal their ills. How will they cope when her power stops working? Watch the film first (cause we're going to spoil it here) then come back and join your hosts as they discuss it.    This episode was recorded on Aug. 11th, 2024.   Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @CalebAlexader   And follow Caleb and Isaac on their sister feed, Bending the Elements: Bending the Elements: An Avatar Podcast | The Novice Elitists (podbean.com)   And Join Caleb & Eric on the Romulan's Bearing Gifts Podcast: Romulans Bearing Gifts: The Star Trek Podcast | Libsyn Directory And follow Eric on twitter @Bullitt33

    Horrors of Malformed Men (1969)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 101:27


    The Sea Shanties of Horror Part II continues into it's sophomore entry, as Caleb and Isaac set their sails for Japan, as they take a look at one of the most unique films they've covered thus far on the podcast. Horrors of Malformed Men is something that has to be seen to be believd, and your hosts would recommend watching it before listening to this dicussion. But if you've seen it, join your hosts as this discussion this bonkers piece of 60s cinema.   This episode was recorded on Aug. 10th, 2024.    Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @Calebalexader   And follow Caleb and Isaac on their other feed, Bending the Elements:   Bending the Elements: An Avatar Podcast | The Novice Elitists (podbean.com)  

    Sea Fever (2020)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2024 71:59


    Halloween is just around the corner, and the boys from the NE are getting back into the festive spirit by resurrecting a series that first appeared on the feed all the way back during Halloween 2020. That's right folks, Caleb has once again been hard at work over his witches' cauldron to put together four more sea themed horror films for The Sea Shanties of Horror Part II! In order to hear the full line up, you'll have to wait until the end of the podcast, but before we get there, join Caleb and Isaac as they discuss a film that released in 2020, with Sea Fever.    This episode was recorded on Aug. 5th, 2024.   And follow Caleb and Isaac on their other feed, Bending the Elements:   Bending the Elements: An Avatar Podcast | The Novice Elitists (podbean.com)   *Music Credits: "Halloween Orchestra Creepy" by Infraction https://youtu.be/4j4nM22sjD0?si=dyWlfdINyvGBXInk "The Witch Doctor" (1961) - The Alvin Show  

    A Force of One (1979) {Chuck Norris Series}

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2024 85:50


    The Year of the Dragon soars back onto the TNE feed, as Caleb and Isaac dive into their second entry in their Chuck Norris series, A Force of One. After their previous entry, will this one bring us back into the martial arts realm, or give us another odd hybrid? Join your hosts to find out!   Are you enjoying the Chuck Norris series? Let your hosts know over at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @Calebalexader

    TNE Speakeasy: Bonus #133 (Incredibles 3 Speculation and the State of Superheros Movies ft. Caleb & Isaac)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2024 60:52


    Caleb and Isaac are back in the bar to discuss the news of a third Incredibles film, as well as the current state of super hero films.    This episode was recorded on Aug. 13th, 2024.   Are you excited for the next Incredibles film? Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @Calebalexader 

    Black Magic M-66 (1987) Commentary

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2024 58:57


    The Oltra-Violent A-Rated Basement returns to the TNE feed, with yet another entry that doesn't really fit the criteria for this show. Finding themselves yet again in a spot to pull out a short OVA, Caleb selected this one based more on the runtime than it's suitability for this series. Will they still find something to like in this 1987 OVA? Find out now!   This episode was recorded on Jan. 22nd, 2024. 

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    Bumblebee (2018) Commentary

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2024 143:25


    With the coming arrival of Transformers One, it seemed like it was finally time for your trio of hosts to break out their next Transformers entry, with the 2018 film Bumblebee! But strap in folks, because due to multiple comedies of error, your hosts deliver a much more loose commentary than usual, perfect for our Transformers up to this point!   This episode was recorded on July 8th, 2024.    Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @Calebalexader    Check out Sean and Eric on The Best Picture Podcast.  The Best Picture Podcast | Libsyn Directory As well as their other show, The 1001 Movies Podcast: https://1001moviespodcast.libsyn.com/   And check out Sean and Steve on their other podcast, The Cabot Cove Confab Podcast: https://thecabotcoveconfab.libsyn.com/ And listen to more of Caleb, Carl and Eric's ramblings on their Star Trek podcast, Romulan's Bearing Gifts: Romulans Bearing Gifts: The Star Trek Podcast | Libsyn Director And on Doctor Who: Mostly Harmless Cutaway https://guidetothewhoverse.libsyn.com And follow Eric on twitter @Bullitt33   And follow Caleb and Isaac on their other feed, Bending the Elements: Bending the Elements: An Avatar Podcast | The Novice Elitists (podbean.com)  

    TNE Speakeasy: Bonus #110 (Gran Turismo & Jawan ft. Isaac & Caleb)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2024 54:23


    Digging back into the TNE Archives we pull out an episode from last year where Isaac and Caleb discuss two (then) recent releases, with Gran Turismo (2023) and Jawan. They also spiral off into a discussion of Indian Cinema in general.    This episode was recorded on Nov. 11th, 2023.   Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @CalebAlexader 

    Columbo: "Negative Reaction" (1974)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2024 91:49


    The Star Wars Crew returns for their fourth visit to the world of everybody's favorite frumpy detective, Columbo! This time looking at Negative Reaction, featuring musical magnate, Dick Van Dyke!    This episode was recorded on June 22nd, 2024.    Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @Calebalexader    Check out Sean and Eric on The Best Picture Podcast.  The Best Picture Podcast | Libsyn Directory As well as their other show, The 1001 Movies Podcast: https://1001moviespodcast.libsyn.com/   And check out Sean and Steve on their other podcast, The Cabot Cove Confab Podcast: https://thecabotcoveconfab.libsyn.com/ And listen to more of Caleb, Carl and Eric's ramblings on their Star Trek podcast, Romulan's Bearing Gifts: Romulans Bearing Gifts: The Star Trek Podcast | Libsyn Director And on Doctor Who: Mostly Harmless Cutaway https://guidetothewhoverse.libsyn.com And follow Eric on twitter @Bullitt33   And follow Caleb and Isaac on their other feed, Bending the Elements: Bending the Elements: An Avatar Podcast | The Novice Elitists (podbean.com)  

    TNE Speakeasy: Bonus #120 (Role Playing Games, Star Wars Figures and More ft. Steve, Sean, Eric, Caleb & Isaac)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2024 34:50


    The Jedi Council is back in session in this collection of "cut bits" discussing a variety of topics including the history of Chippendale Dancers, The Blue Snaggletooth story by Steve, other Star Wars action figures, and more.   Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @Calebalexader    Check out Sean and Eric on The Best Picture Podcast.  The Best Picture Podcast | Libsyn Directory As well as their other show, The 1001 Movies Podcast: https://1001moviespodcast.libsyn.com/   And check out Sean and Steve on their other podcast, The Cabot Cove Confab Podcast: https://thecabotcoveconfab.libsyn.com/ And listen to more of Caleb, Carl and Eric's ramblings on their Star Trek podcast, Romulan's Bearing Gifts: Romulans Bearing Gifts: The Star Trek Podcast | Libsyn Director And on Doctor Who: Mostly Harmless Cutaway https://guidetothewhoverse.libsyn.com And follow Eric on twitter @Bullitt33   And follow Caleb and Isaac on their other feed, Bending the Elements: Bending the Elements: An Avatar Podcast | The Novice Elitists (podbean.com)  

    Good Guys Wear Black (1978) {Chuck Norris Series}

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2024 62:24


    The Year of the Dragon series returns for the second half of the series, as Isaac and Caleb jump into their first Chuck Norris entry (barring The Way of the Dragon), as they look at his second starring feature, Good Guys Wear Black. What will your hosts think of this one? Press play and find out!   This episode was recorded Aug. 4th, 2024.    And follow Caleb and Isaac on their other feed, Bending the Elements: Bending the Elements: An Avatar Podcast | The Novice Elitists (podbean.com)  

    TNE Speakeasy: Bonus #103 (Young Frankenstein, Disney Star Wars vs. George Lucas, and More ft. Steve, Sean, Isaac, Caleb, and Eric)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2024 45:29


    The diligent workers at the TNE archive continue to dig some of the old episodes, this one another composite episode from several recordings with Steve, Sean, Isaac, Eric and Caleb. They discuss the Frau Blucher scene from Young Frankenstein, who they think has done a better job running Star Wars, and many more wonderful topics.   Email the show at thenoviceelitists@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @Calebalexader    Check out Sean and Eric on The Best Picture Podcast.  The Best Picture Podcast | Libsyn Directory As well as their other show, The 1001 Movies Podcast: https://1001moviespodcast.libsyn.com/   And check out Sean and Steve on their other podcast, The Cabot Cove Confab Podcast: https://thecabotcoveconfab.libsyn.com/ And listen to more of Caleb, Carl and Eric's ramblings on their Star Trek podcast, Romulan's Bearing Gifts: Romulans Bearing Gifts: The Star Trek Podcast | Libsyn Director And on Doctor Who: Mostly Harmless Cutaway https://guidetothewhoverse.libsyn.com And follow Eric on twitter @Bullitt33   And follow Caleb and Isaac on their other feed, Bending the Elements: Bending the Elements: An Avatar Podcast | The Novice Elitists (podbean.com)  

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