You Ain't Seen Nothin' Yet

Pete Helliar chats with the hilarious and multi-talented Emma Holland, comedian, Taskmaster Australia winner, and now children’s author! Her debut book Stories for the Kid Next Door is already a hit, and she’s gearing up for a brand new comedy show on the festival circuit. From Julia Roberts’ surprising depth to Hugh Grant’s very British charm, Emma shares her heartfelt (and hilarious) take on why the film still shines today.Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below).Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show.https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter Helliar welcomes comedian and newly minted children’s author Emma Holland to chat about the classic rom-com Notting Hill, a film she somehow missed until now! They dive into Emma’s first impressions of the Julia Roberts–Hugh Grant favourite, her top three films (Finding Nemo, About Time, and Boiling Point), and why Finding Nemo still makes her cry. Along the way, Emma shares stories about her globe-trotting childhood, her love of theatre, and her knack for accidentally burying birds mid-movie. Funny, heartfelt, and filled with film geek joy, it’s a delightful chat about love, laughter, and the movies that shape us. Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below).Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show.https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNY See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedian Troy Kinne finally confronts the cultural juggernaut he's somehow avoided for decades. Despite having visited Harry Potter attractions and pretending to understand Hogwarts house references, Troy experiences the magic of "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" for the very first time. His genuine reactions provide both humor and insight as he navigates this beloved fantasy world with fresh perspective. The conversation explores what makes the film magical - the discovery of Diagon Alley, the wonder of Hogwarts, and Harry finding his first true friends. Yet Troy questions certain storytelling choices, wondering if Harry's journey could have had more resistance or personal agency. The hosts dive into the incredible British cast, from Alan Rickman's mysterious Snape to Robbie Coltrane's lovable Hagrid, while discussing J.K. Rowling's strict casting rules that kept the production authentically British. Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below).Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show.https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedian, writer, and self-made sketch phenomenon Troy Kinne joins Pete to finally tackle one of the biggest cultural juggernauts of the last 30 years: Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. Despite building a career on sharp comedy and internet-savvy sketches, Troy has somehow gone decades without watching a single Harry Potter film - though he’s faked his way through theme park rides, photo ops, and conversations along the way. Now, for the very first time, he sits down to experience the story of “the boy who lived.” Pete and Troy dive into why he skipped the series, what it’s like to watch the film fresh as an adult, and how it compares to his three all-time favorite movies: Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Boogie Nights, and Donnie Brasco. Expect big laughs, sharp insights, and plenty of nostalgia as they unpack both the magic and the myths around one of cinema’s most beloved franchises.Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below).Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show.https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Part Two of our chat with global bestseller and Bad Guys creator Aaron Blabey, Pete finally sits down with him to unpack Richard Linklater’s 12-year epic Boyhood. Did it live up to the “one of the greatest films ever made” hype? Aaron offers an honest, first-watch reaction - from admiring the ambition and Ethan Hawke’s slow transformation, to feeling a little outside the film’s quiet rhythms. Along the way they swap stories about parenting, nostalgia, on-set logistics and even what Aaron’s working on next. A thoughtful, funny debrief on a movie that divides audiences as much as it inspires them.Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below).Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show.https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re back! In this special two-part return, Pete is joined by global bestseller and Bad Guys creator Aaron Blabey. In Part One, Aaron dives into the three movies that made him tick - the shark-fueled terror of Jaws, the comic genius of Tootsie and the razor-sharp cool of Reservoir Dogs, and explains how they shaped his creativity. Plus, Pete shares listener messages and lifts the lid on the show’s new two-part format, with next week’s episode devoted entirely to Richard Linklater’s Boyhood.Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below).Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show.https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian director Daina Reid has directed some of TV’s biggest shows (The Handmaid’s Tale, Upload, Space Force), but she’s never witnessed Ron Burgundy in action… until now. She reveals whether it still holds up, what it's like working with Steve Carell in the flesh, and debates the true power of a jazz flute. Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below).Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show.https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedy man Sammy Petersen finally watches Silence of the Lambs, for the very first time. Was it terrifying, thrilling, or just totally not what he thought it’d be? Hear his hilariously unfiltered take on the cult classic he somehow dodged… until now. Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below).Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNY See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brendan Cowell has never seen Broadcast News... until now. Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below). Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There is one film that is considered the mother of modern horror films, and has lived in the pop culture psyche unlike any other film... The Bates Motel has truly been terrifying audiences for decades. And although it is an Alfred Hitchcock, Froomes has never seen Psycho... until now! Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below) Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand actor and comedian Josh Thomson had never seen Toy Story 2, until now! He shares his thoughts on the sequel vs. the original, plus the surprising reason he listens to YASNY every week (spoiler: it’s got nothing to do with the movies!). Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below). Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the recent passing of Gene Hackman, we’re diving into the You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet archives to revisit one of our favorite episodes - celebrating a truly legendary actor. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Acting royalty David Wenham - who’s fought orcs, vampires, and Gerard Butler’s abs - is now starring in his latest film, Spit. But there’s one battle he’s never had to face until now… watching M*A*S*H the movie.For the first time ever, David shares his unfiltered thoughts on the film, drops a behind the scenes confession about his favourite movies, and breaks down how he kept his Spit character from becoming a SNL comedy sketch. Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below).Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show.https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

She’s directed countless productions including The Handmaid’s Tale, Space Force, and Upload, but had never seen The Defiant Ones… until now. Director Daina Reid shares her thoughts on the 1958 classic, reflects on her path from comedian to international filmmaker, and tackles the question we all need answered - has she ever caught a frog in the wild? Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below). Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wagga Comedian Dane Simpson had never seen National Lampoon’s Vacation, until now! Was it a laugh-filled travel adventure or a fast track to a Clark Griswold meltdown? Who does he think would enjoy the chaos, and which scene had him calling total nonsense? Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below). Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From 12 Years a Slave, to Kinky Boots, to Love Actually, English actor and Oscar nominee Chiwetel Ejiofor has just about done it all - and now he’s stepping into the world of Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy! Pete sits down with Chiwetel to chat about the latest Bridget Jones film and revisit some of his most iconic roles, including how he processed 12 Years a Slave once filming wrapped and why he’s sworn never to step back into Lola’s thigh-highs for Kinky Boots: The Musical. Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below). Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedian Tony Martin has never seen the Tom Cruise 1986 classic Top Gun.. until now! Uber film geek Tony Martin sits down with Pete to chat about Maverick's serendipitous name, having deep and meaningful conversations in your underwear & who exactly that miscellaneous enemy was at the end of the movie. Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below). Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian comedian, actor, writer, presenter and movie lover Ed Kavalee had never seen Eyes Wide Shut, until now.He shares his theory on the story behind the story and the unexpected film he believes makes the perfect double feature. Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below). Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pete returns with his annual countdown of the top 10 movies that impressed him from 2024. Will big blockbusters like Wicked, Dune 2 or Furiosa make the cut? What movies fell short?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leigh Whannell, the Aussie writer and director behind Saw, Insidious, and The Invisible Man, is back with his newest horror film, Wolf Man. He bares all on what influenced the movie, the origin of Saw, and his thoughts on the future of cinema. Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below). Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Maggie Looke, writer, director and comic genius, has never watched Mulholland Drive, until now.. She reveals why she chose such a controversial film to discuss in fine detail, and whether she has ever discovered Billy Ray Cyrus in her bed. Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below). Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Believe it or not Australian comedian, writer, and actor Michelle Brasier, best known for Average Bear, had never watched Being John Malkovich... until now. Michelle reveals if she's ever slipped into another celebrity’s brain, shares the wildest part of the film, and questions whether it could (or would) be produced in today’s world. Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below). Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

American Comedian Alex Edelman has never seen Thelma & Louise... until now. Alex chats with Pete about Ridley Scott's 1991 feminist classic as well as how Americans imagine Australian roadhouses, Yoda Yoga and just how hot Brad Pitt was, sorry, is. Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below). Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian actor, creator and writer Olivia Deeble has never seen underrated coming-of-age film Eighth Grade... until now. She reveals if the movie was a reflection of her own teenage years, and whether she's ever seen eyes bluer than Aiden's. Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below). Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Kochan is the short wearing comedian known for his sharp observational humour and strong dedication to silly jokes. This week, he challenged himself to watch what he considers an 'old' movie - Good Morning Vietnam. Can Ben endure a film released before 2003, and more importantly, did he actually enjoy it? Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below). Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Goldstein, American comedian, TV panelist, and Coen Brothers fan, has long avoided one of his dad's favorite movies The Big Chill - until now. Mike spills the tea on whether the wait was worth it and shares his bare thoughts on nudity in films. Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below). Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Award winning comedian and actor Frankie McNair has never seen the ultimate long con, the classic American heist movie The Sting…until now. Frankie reveals what she thought about the movie and if she herself has ever fallen for an elaborate con. Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below). Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand comedian and the man in the grey suit Ray O'Leary has never seen French film Amélie...until now. Can he get through the entire 2hours and 2minutes without understanding a word of French? Will it inspire him to finally visit the French capital? Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below) Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aussie comedian and filmmaker Monty Franklin grew up strongly influenced by the film industry, but has never seen Cool Hand Luke...until now. But what does he think? Was Luke actually a hero, or just a guy in the wrong place at the wrong time?  Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below) Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Radio personality and the "Will" in "Will & Woody", Will McMahon has dominated the Australian airwaves for over a decade and claims to be a true movie buff, but has never seen Lost In Translation...until now. Was Will able to decipher the movie, or did he get lost in translation? Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below) Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dave O'Neil has never seen Shrek... until now. Comedy legend, podcaster & screenwriter Dave O'Neil chats time Pete about the Dreamworks classic plus the problematic end of his feature film. Takeaway, Scottish classic Gregory's Girl and Rose Byrne's loyalty to a certain fish n' chip shop. See more of Peter Helliar Podcast Website Produced at Castaway Studios   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hamish Macdonald has never seen Punch Drunk Love ... UNTIL NOW   Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below) Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNY   Recorded and Produced at Castaway Studios, Collingwood   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Lomas has never seen ET... until now. In this hilarious episode Pete chats to comedian Ben Lomas about this Spielberg classic, getting more emotional in movies with kids and THAT Police Academy scene. See more of Peter Helliar Podcast Website Produced at Castaway Studios   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clare Bowditch has never seen ROCKY .... UNTIL NOW Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below) Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNY Recorded and Produced at Castaway Studios, Collingwood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doctor Chris Brown has never seen Chopper ... UNTIL NOW TV Vet, Broadcaster and Photographer Dr. Chris Brown chats with Pete Helliar about Chris' 3 favourite films; Top Gun; Dumb and Dumber and ; The Secret Life Of Walter Mitty, then take a deep dive into watching the Aussie Classic CHOPPER for the first time. Feel free to email us at yasnypodcast@gmail.com OR drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below) Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNY  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NZ comic and TV presenter Ben Hurley chats with Pete Helliar about Ben's 3 favourite films; Mystery Men; Hot Fuzz; Twelve Monkeys, then take a deep dive into watching the Ultimate twist movie The Usual Suspects for the first time. Feel free to email us at yasnypodcast@gmail.com OR drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below) Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNY  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Broadcaster and filmmaker Todd Sampson chats with Pete Helliar about his three favourite films; Apocalypse Now; Out Of Africa; and Garden State. For this episode, Todd watched The Shawshank Redemption for the first time and let's Pete know what he thinks of this classic prison movie. Feel free to email us at yasnypodcast@gmail.com OR drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below) Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian actor Damon Herriman loves Dustin Hoffman but had never seen his breakout film debut, The Graduate, until now. Was Damon seduced by Mrs Robinson? Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below) Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian comedy legend, TV host and thespian, Colin Lane joins Pete to research and uncover the truth of the film Erin Brockovich.  Has Colin Lane ever used his cleavage to fight injustice? Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below) Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Simon 'Yon' Hall is no stranger to You Ain't Seen Nothing Yet, last time he joined us, it was for In The Heat of the Night. But after running into each other at a theatre production of Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf, Pete and Yon decided to watch it and talk about it! Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below) Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Taunton has never seen Kramer Vs Kramer .... UNTIL NOW Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below) Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're joined by actress, broadcaster and all round legend, Jane Kennedy! While her resume is extensive, there's something she can add for the very first time, watching Lord of the Rings. But what does she think? Does she find rings that precious? Feel free to email us at yasnypodcast@gmail.com OR drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below) Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Founder of The Resilience Project, and co-host of The Imperfects, Hugh Van Cuylenburg had never seen Boyz n the Hood, until now... Feel free to email us at yasnypodcast@gmail.com OR drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below) Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Richard Harris OAM, was named a hero after his efforts in the Thai cave rescue, he's truly a remarkable person, and we are honoured to have him on You Ain't Seen Nothing Yet!He joins us after watching the 1998 Peter Weir film starring Jim Carrey and Laura Linney, The Truman Show. Feel free to email us at yasnypodcast@gmail.com OR drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below) Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You may have heard her across Triple J, or caught one of her stand up gigs, Concetta Caristo is a star on the rise! But there is one thing she had never done, watch the 1950 noir comedy, Sunset Boulevard, that was until now! Feel free to email us at yasnypodcast@gmail.com OR drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below) Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You may have heard Nick Cody across the airwaves on the Fox, seen him on The Project, and caught him at any of his shows... But only now does he understand why he would get called Marty McFly when sporting a certain jacket. Only 40 years after its release, he finally watches Back to the Future. Pete and Nick are also joined by Zoe Coombs Marr and Charlie Pickering. Feel free to email us at yasnypodcast@gmail.com OR drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below) Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNY  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob Carlton is a staple in Australia television, you've seen an Aussie TV show, you've seen Rob Carlton. But today he's doing something he's never done before, watching a classic '80s coming of age film, based off a book by Stephen King, Stand By Me. Feel free to email us at yasnypodcast@gmail.com OR drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below) Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've all seen the famous scene of Tom Cruise dancing in his underwear to Bob Seger's old time rock and roll, but when Ross Noble watched that scene in context, he found it underwhelming. Live from the Adelaide Fringe Festival, Ross Noble shares his thoughts on Risky Business after watching it for the first time. Feel free to email us at yasnypodcast@gmail.com OR drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below) Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedian, presenter and writer Kate Langbroek has never seen Fight Club... ... UNTIL NOW Feel free to drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below) Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNY  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They didn't think it could be done, but Pete finally managed to find a film that Lachy Hulme hasn't seen, Touch of Evil. The film, directed by Orson Welles is regarded by many as one of the last great noir films of the classic era. Lachy shares his Francis Ford Coppola stacked list of favourite films, and his admiration of John Travolta's acting. Feel free to email us at yasnypodcast@gmail.com OR drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below) Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alexi Toliopoulos has been ROASTED for never watching a huge film from a director he admires... Dead Poets Society was a crucial pivot in Robin Williams career, and was another notch on the belt of Australia director Peter Weir. Today, Alexi seizes the day (and film), carpe diem! Feel free to email us at yasnypodcast@gmail.com OR drop us some comments, feedback or ideas on the speakpipe (link below) Keep it fun and under a minute and you may get on the show. https://www.speakpipe.com/YASNYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.