Podcast appearances and mentions of Ben Affleck

Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom have officially ended their relationship, confirming what sources close to the couple have hinted at for months. In Los Angeles, Jennifer Lopez is furious with ex-husband Ben Affleck over a $68 million mansion she says he insisted on buying. And in London, palace insiders say Princess Kate Middleton is still in the thick of her cancer battle, despite her composed public appearances. The smile may be real—but it’s not the whole story. Don't forget to vote in today's poll on Twitter at @naughtynicerob or in our Facebook group. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Not Ready for MCU Players #5 You may be wondering or more likely hate-listening to our travels through the Marvel Cinematic Universe and asking yourself "WHY?" This is a very reasonable question and perhaps if followed by the even more reasonable response of turning this podcast off. But then you find yourself coming back. Reading these show notes for some reason. Because today is the day Ben Affleck as DAREDEVIL hit the feed. And really that's the whole reason one of us is podcasting to begin with. Enjoy! Patreon supporters get access to monthly bonus episodes including previous years of Movie Book Club! Bluesky: @trilogyintheory Letterboxd: @projectingfilm & @webistrying Artwork by: @nasketchs Find out more at https://trilogyintheory.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Welcome to The B-Side! Here we sometimes talk about movie stars! We sometimes talk about movie directors! Today, we talk about both! Specifically, the B-Sides of the Mission: Impossible franchise. It's just Conor and I today folks, waxing poetic on Tom Cruise's legendary franchise and the B-Sides that we were inspired to discuss. We've chosen one for each of the Mission movies. It's also July 3rd on the day this episode is published, so happy 63rd birthday Tom Cruise! For the first Mission: Impossible, we speak on The Avengers from 1998. An adaptation of the popular British television series from the ‘60s, director Jeremiah S. Chechik's film was dismantled in post-production, slashed to ribbons following bad test screenings. The final product runs well under ninety minutes and is hard to understand. It sits on the other end of blockbusters in the ‘90s adapted from hit televisions from yesteryear. We also discuss the last five films Sean Connery made (animated film Sir Billi not included), as well as the ones he turned down. For Mission: Impossible II, we chose another John Woo American motion picture: Paycheck, starring Ben Affleck and The Avengers star Uma Thurman. This is a true B-Side, and the beginning of Affleck's now-infamous lost half-decade as a fledgling movie star. For Mission: Impossible III, we return to television inspiration. In honor of director J.J. Abrams, Conor and I go long on No Man's Land, one of the first produced screenwriting credits of Dick Wolf, who would go on to create the, ahem, Law & Order universe of shows. This Charlie Sheen/ D.B Sweeney vehicle walked so Point Break and The Fast and the Furious could run. There's chatter about David Ayer, that scene from Fire in the Sky, and how Charlie Sheen is always better when he plays the villain. For Ghost Protocol, we debate the Brad Bird B-Side Tomorrowland. We discuss libertarianism (for like two minutes) and the misbegotten message of the George Clooney blockbuster. For Rogue Nation we honor the Hitchcock homage of the opening and discuss one of Hitch's most underrated films: Topaz. Truly a can't-miss picture, which spurns a talk about the ideal Hitchcock leading man. For Fallout, there's Michael Mann's Blackhat. We appreciate the still underseen hacker epic, and make the claim that Chris Hemsworth is the best movie star of the original Avengers (Marvel this time, not British) not named Robert Downey Jr. For Dead Reckoning Part 1, Conor goes long on Hayao Miyazaki's Lupin III: The Castle of Cagliostro, from the little yellow car to the action to the animation. And, finally, for The Final Reckoning, we celebrate John Sturges' Ice Station Zebra. The second act of the final film in the series is a reimagining of sorts of the 1968 submarine epic, with way more stunts and underwater photography. There's also mention of the Billy Crystal 1997 Oscars opening, this lovely promo for the Albert Brooks movie Mother (ok it's not mentioned I just love it), and the Oliver Stone episode of the Light the Fuse podcast.

Welcome to The B-Side! Here we sometimes talk about movie stars! We sometimes talk about movie directors! Today, we talk about both! Specifically, the B-Sides of the Mission: Impossible franchise. It's just Dan and Conor today folks, waxing poetic on Tom Cruise's legendary franchise and the B-Sides that we were inspired to discuss. We've chosen one for each of the Mission movies. It's also July 3rd on the day this episode is published, so happy 63rd birthday Tom Cruise! For the first Mission: Impossible, we speak on The Avengers from 1998. An adaptation of the popular British television series from the ‘60s, director Jeremiah S. Chechik's film was dismantled in post-production, slashed to ribbons following bad test screenings. The final product runs well under ninety minutes and is hard to understand. It sits on the other end of blockbusters in the ‘90s adapted from hit televisions from yesteryear. We also discuss the last five films Sean Connery made (animated film Sir Billi not included), as well as the ones he turned down. For Mission: Impossible II, we chose another John Woo American motion picture: Paycheck, starring Ben Affleck and The Avengers star Uma Thurman. This is a true B-Side, and the beginning of Affleck's now-infamous lost half-decade as a fledgling movie star. For Mission: Impossible III, we return to television inspiration. In honor of director J.J. Abrams, Conor and I go long on No Man's Land, one of the first produced screenwriting credits of Dick Wolf, who would go on to create the, ahem, Law & Order universe of shows. This Charlie Sheen/ D.B Sweeney vehicle walked so Point Break and The Fast and the Furious could run. There's chatter about David Ayer, that scene from Fire in the Sky, and how Charlie Sheen is always better when he plays the villain. For Ghost Protocol, we debate the Brad Bird B-Side Tomorrowland. We discuss libertarianism (for like two minutes) and the misbegotten message of the George Clooney blockbuster. For Rogue Nation we honor the Hitchcock homage of the opening and discuss one of Hitch's most underrated films: Topaz. Truly a can't-miss picture, which spurns a talk about the ideal Hitchcock leading man. For Fallout, there's Michael Mann's Blackhat. We appreciate the still underseen hacker epic, and make the claim that Chris Hemsworth is the best movie star of the original Avengers (Marvel this time, not British) not named Robert Downey Jr. For Dead Reckoning Part 1, Conor goes long on Hayao Miyazaki's Lupin III: The Castle of Cagliostro, from the little yellow car to the action to the animation. And, finally, for The Final Reckoning, we celebrate John Sturges' Ice Station Zebra. The second act of the final film in the series is a reimagining of sorts of the 1968 submarine epic, with way more stunts and underwater photography. There's also mention of the Billy Crystal 1997 Oscars opening, this lovely promo for the Albert Brooks movie Mother (ok it's not mentioned I just love it), and the Oliver Stone episode of the Light the Fuse podcast. Listen here and subscribe at thefilmstage.com/pod. Be sure to give us a follow on Bluesky at @tfsbside.bsky.social. Enjoy!

Pete and Trevor opted for an overcut strategy to take an early pole position in their trip to see F1. Will Joseph Kosinski strike gold again and give us another Top Gun: Maverick? Not quite, but it was pretty close! Listen to our immediate reactions to F1 after leaving the theatre.This is also the ninth week for our ongoing Project Superman, wherein we watch every single live-action theatrical Superman movie. Today we are discussing Batman v Superman: The Dawn of Justice. Tune in next week for Zack Synder's Justice League.Don't forget to enter our ongoing contest to win a subscription to Letterboxd Patron: https://boxd.it/Gbt3OIntro, expectations for F1 in 4DX (0:00)Review of Batman v Superman (15:53)Spoiler free review of F1 (43:00)Spoiler-talk (56:31)Anthony's corner (1:16:06)About FI: A former Formula 1 driver is pulled out of retirement to help a struggling team make a comeback on the world stage. As he mentors a rising rookie and faces unfinished business from his past, the race becomes more than just about speed—it's a shot at redemption.Brad Pitt as Sonny HayesDamson Idris as Joshua PearceJavier Bardem as Ricky CarreraKerry Condon as RuthTobias Menzies as GarlandDirected by Joseph KosinskiWritten by Ehren KrugerProduced by Jerry Bruckheimer, Brad Pitt, Dede Gardner, and Lewis HamiltonCinematography by Claudio MirandaMusic by Lorne BalfeEdited by Eddie HamiltonProduction companies include Apple Studios, Plan B Entertainment, Jerry Bruckheimer Films, with Warner Bros. Pictures handling distributionAbout Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice:Haunted by the destruction of Metropolis during Superman's battle with Zod, Bruce Wayne sees the Kryptonian as a dangerous god and prepares to take him down. Meanwhile, Lex Luthor manipulates both heroes into conflict while unleashing a monstrous force that threatens to destroy them both.Ben Affleck as Bruce Wayne / BatmanHenry Cavill as Clark Kent / SupermanGal Gadot as Diana Prince / Wonder WomanJesse Eisenberg as Lex LuthorAmy Adams as Lois LaneJeremy Irons as Alfred PennyworthDiane Lane as Martha KentLaurence Fishburne as Perry WhiteHolly Hunter as Senator FinchScoot McNairy as Wallace KeefeCallan Mulvey as Anatoli KnyazevTao Okamoto as Mercy GravesDirected by Zack SnyderWritten by Chris Terrio and David S. GoyerProduced by Charles Roven and Deborah SnyderCinematography by Larry FongMusic by Hans Zimmer and Junkie XLEdited by David BrennerProduction companies: Warner Bros. Pictures, DC Entertainment, Atlas Entertainment, Cruel and Unusual Films

Puntata super calda in cui Paolo, Ale e Aldo Spiniello (caporedattore di Sentieriselvaggi) partendo dai due The Accountant di Gavin O'Connor finiscono a parlare più in generale dell'action contemporaneo, passando da Michael Mann a Tony Scott, da John Wick a Johnnie To, e di come in un cinema sempre più virtuale e astratto venga rivendicata la fisicità del corpo attoriale.Il nostro canale Telegram per rimanere sempre aggiornati e comunicare direttamente con noi: https://t.me/SalottoMonogatariSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2QtzE9ur6O1qE3XbuqOix0?si=mAN-0CahRl27M5QyxLg4cwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/it/podcast/salotto-monogatari/id1503331981Google Podcasts: https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xNmM1ZjZiNC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw==Logo creato da:Massimo ValentiSigla e post-produzione a cura di:Alessandro Valenti / Simone MalaspinaPer il jingle della sigla si ringraziano:Alessandro Corti e Gianluca NardoPer la gestione dei canali social si ringrazia:Selene Grifò

For Patreon subscriber Jeremy Yoder! Fact of the Day: In 2014 Ben Affleck was banned for life from playing blackjack at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas after he was caught on camera counting cards at a high rollers table. Triple Connections: Foot, Ben, Bear THE FIRST TRIVIA QUESTION STARTS AT 01:23 SUPPORT THE SHOW MONTHLY, LISTEN AD-FREE FOR JUST $1 A MONTH: www.Patreon.com/TriviaWithBudds INSTANT DOWNLOAD DIGITAL TRIVIA GAMES ON ETSY, GRAB ONE NOW!  GET A CUSTOM EPISODE FOR YOUR LOVED ONES:  Email ryanbudds@gmail.com Theme song by www.soundcloud.com/Frawsty Bed Music:  "EDM Detection Mode" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ http://TriviaWithBudds.com http://Facebook.com/TriviaWithBudds http://Instagram.com/ryanbudds Book a party, corporate event, or fundraiser anytime by emailing ryanbudds@gmail.com or use the contact form here: https://www.triviawithbudds.com/contact SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL MY AMAZING PATREON SUBSCRIBERS INCLUDING:   Mollie Dominic Vernon Heagy Brian Clough Nathalie Avelar Natasha raina leslie gerhardt Skilletbrew Brooks Martin Yves Bouyssounouse Diane White Youngblood Evan Lemons Trophy Husband Trivia Rye Josloff Lynnette Keel Nathan Stenstrom Lillian Campbell Jerry Loven Ansley Bennett Gee Jamie Greig Jeremy Yoder Adam Jacoby rondell Adam Suzan Chelsea Walker Tiffany Poplin Bill Bavar Sarah Dan  Katelyn Turner Keiva Brannigan Keith Martin Sue First Steve Hoeker Jessica Allen Michael Anthony White Lauren Glassman Brian Williams Henry Wagner Brett Livaudais Linda Elswick Carter A. Fourqurean KC Khoury Tonya Charles  Justly Maya Brandon Lavin Kathy McHale Chuck Nealen Courtney French Nikki Long Mark Zarate Laura Palmer  JT Dean Bratton Kristy Erin Burgess Chris Arneson Trenton Sullivan Jen and Nic Michele Lindemann Ben Stitzel Michael Redman Timothy Heavner Jeff Foust Richard Lefdal Myles Bagby Jenna Leatherman Albert Thomas Kimberly Brown Tracy Oldaker Sara Zimmerman Madeleine Garvey Jenni Yetter JohnB Patrick Leahy Dillon Enderby James Brown Christy Shipley Alexander Calder Ricky Carney Paul McLaughlin Casey OConnor Willy Powell Robert Casey Rich Hyjack Matthew Frost Brian Salyer Greg Bristow Megan Donnelly Jim Fields Mo Martinez Luke Mckay Simon Time Feana Nevel

Couch Potato Theater: Dazed And Confused (1993) Watch: Fandom Podcast Network YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/@FandomPodcastNetwork Listen: Couch Potato Theater Audio Podcast Link: https://fpnet.podbean.com/category/couch-potato-theater Welcome to Couch Potato Theater, where we celebrate our favorite movies on the Fandom Podcast Network! On this episode we celebrate and discuss Richard Linklater's cult classic coming of age film, Dazed And Confused (1993). Plot: Austin Texas 1976, the movie highlights the rites of passage on the last day of school for the new, incoming freshmen at Robert E. Lee High School. Freshman boys are physically punished, while the girls largely face the brunt of verbal abuse and humiliation. Two main figures emerge. Incoming freshman Mitch Kramer (Wiley Wiggins) comes to a new realization in his role as a major target of senior hazing. And, amongst the seniors is Randall 'Pink' Floyd (Jason London), the school's star quarterback, who moves with grace amongst groups of greasers, nerds, stoners, and athletes alike. Dazed and Confused is a 1993 American coming-of-age comedy film written and directed by Richard Linklater. The film follows a variety of teenagers on the last day of school in Austin, Texas, in 1976. The film has no single protagonist or central conflict; rather, it follows interconnected plot threads among different social groups and characters, such as rising ninth graders undergoing hazing rituals, a football star's refusal to sign a clean living pledge for his coach, and various characters hanging out at a pool hall. The film features a large ensemble cast of actors who would later become stars, including Jason London, Ben Affleck, Milla Jovovich, Cole Hauser, Parker Posey, Adam Goldberg, Matthew McConaughey, Nicky Katt, Joey Lauren Adams, Rory Cochrane and Anthony Rapp. Fandom Podcast Network Contact Information - - Fandom Podcast Network YouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/c/FandomPodcastNetwork - Master feed for all FPNet Audio Podcasts: http://fpnet.podbean.com/ - Couch Potato Theater Audio Podcast Master Feed: https://fpnet.podbean.com/category/couch-potato-theater - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Fandompodcastnetwork - Email: fandompodcastnetwork@gmail.com - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fandompodcastnetwork/ - X: @fanpodnetwork / https://twitter.com/fanpodnetwork -Bluesky: @fanpodnetwork / https://bsky.app/profile/fanpodnetwork.bsky.social Host & Guest Contact Info: - Kevin Reitzel on X, Instagram, Threads, Discord & Letterboxd: @spartan_phoenix / Bluesky: @spartanphoenix - Erin Reitzel Gill on Instagram: @eringill666 - Kyle Wagner on X: @AKyleW / Instagram & Threads: @Akylefandom / @akyleW on Discord / @Ksport16: Letterboxd / Bluesky: @akylew #CouchPotatoTheater #CPT #FandomPodcastNetwork #FPNet #FPN #DazedAndConfused #DazedAndConfused1993 #DazedAndConfusedMovie #RichardLinklater #JasonLondon #BenAffleck #MatthewMcConaughey #MillaJovovich #WileyWiggins #ColeHauser #ParkerPosey #AdamGoldberg #JoeyLaurenAdams #RoryCochrane  #AnthonyRapp #NickyKatt #MarissaRibisi #1993Movies #KevinReitzel #ErinReitzel #KyleWagner

Still Comfy? is an in-depth look at our favorite comfort shows and movies. After a conversation about the themes presented in the selected movie, we discuss how the movie holds up against our Tolerator and Jelly Pops morals and viewpoints. Enjoy our review of the 1998 movie Armageddon starring Bruce Willis, Ben Affleck, and Liv Tyler. Nat and Jules set out to answer the question, could anyone call upon us at anytime to go to space?You can watch Still Comfy? By subscribing to the playlist or joining us live on Tuesdays!While we're on holiday, please take an opportunity to follow the show on all social media platforms. All ways to support the show, including our socials, can be found at https://linktr.ee/menivetoleratedpod.We would also love for you to join us on Patreon! We have revamped the Patreon to include free content as well as content for our paying Patrons. We are also very excited to have on Patreon the exclusive series Misogyny Meltdown. Currently, the Misogyny Meltdown series is focused on our Misogynist of the Year Award. You can find the free article explaining our nominees on our Patreon feed. Make sure you are eligible to vote by following us on Patreon or subscribing to our newsletter.

Vi er tilbage – os millennials – i skinny jeans og med et angreb i Mellemøsten, Munden tar bøden, 40.000 amerikanske tropper er udstationeret i Mellemøsten – og Bibi spiller dem som en mundharpe, #UgensFilm med Ben Affleck, når frihedsdoritien hænger over dig – så er det slut, Hormuzstrædet er nu det spidseste sted på kortet, Perserne elsker en god hævn – hævnenes hævn, Trump står for ugens citat, Kina er Irans eneste potentielle ven, Uran skal slynges som et godt glas honning, Skoldhed kaffe på SAS – angiveligt - angiveligt, Magnus Heunicke er baaaare bekymret igen igen, myndighederne skygger over målingerne i dansk havvand, Strava er det nye sociale medie for alle, drop din Hike – det er bare en gåtur, nu er afstemningen om det mest danske slut og restproduktet fra rasp? Det kan nu finde i dit rugbrød.Få 30 dages gratis prøveperiode (kan kun benyttes af nye Podimo-abonnenter)- http://podimo.dk/hgdg (99 kroner herefter)Værter: Esben Bjerre & Peter Falktoft Redigering: PodAmokKlip: PodAmokMusik: Her Går Det GodtInstagram: @hergaardetgodt @Peterfalktoft @Esbenbjerre

New reviews of Ben Affleck in The Accountant 2, and Tom Hiddleston and Mark Hamill in Mike Flanagan's Stephen King adaptation, The Life of Chuck. Fair warning, the latter gets into some spoiler territory in discussing the film's themes and structure.

Every day we take a break from our busy work day to hang out with friends and talk about the world of Sports and Entertainment and specifically the World of CrossFit.  Today we will look at all the content that was released this weekend, Hiller's new Bagent Video, New Road to the Games and Lydia Fish and TTT do a Behind the Scenes of the Last Chance Qualifier.  I have a few thoughts about the WFP after talking with Raph Durand last night.  Finally, I'll give my review of the movie the Accountant 2.

Ben Affleck and Jon Bernthal return in The Accountant 2, bringing a fresh mix of sharp action, brotherly chemistry, and unexpected humor to Amazon's latest thriller. This review breaks down what sets the sequel apart—from standout performances and dynamic set pieces to the film's new tone and pacing.Is The Accountant 2 a worthy follow-up to the original? Does the shift toward buddy-action and comedy work, or does it miss the mark? Dive in as we highlight the best moments, discuss how it compares to the first film, and share whether it's worth adding to your watchlist.Share your thoughts on The Accountant 2 in the comments, and don't forget to subscribe for more honest film reviews and recommendations.

Vous aimez Home(icides), le podcast Bababam Originals ? Vous allez adorer nos autres créations originales ! Aujourd'hui, on vous invite à découvrir A la folie pas du tout, le podcast qui vous plonge dans les histoires d'amour qui ont marqué leur époque. On les a adorés, et c'est peut-être le couple le plus glamour d'Hollywood : Jennifer Lopez et Ben Affleck. Les acteurs se rencontrent sur le tournage du film Gigli en 2001. 17 ans plus tard, ils se remettent ensemble après un mariage raté. Mais, le glamour n'est qu'une couche de vernis qui s'abime vite… En 4 épisodes, découvrez l'envers du décor de la belle histoire : de leur première histoire d'amour express et leurs retrouvailles 17 ans plus tard... une romance qui s'inscrit dans un parcours amoureux chaotique du côté de Jennifer Lopez… Leurs retrouvailles sont-elles si glamour que ça ? Production et diffusion : Bababam Originals Un podcast enregistré dans les studios de Bababam Ecriture : Claire Loup Voix : François Marion, Lucrèce Sassella Réalisation : Célia Brondeau Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Peter Craig is behind some of the biggest box office successes of the past decade writing screenplays for such hits as THE TOWN, THE HUNGER GAMES: MOCKINGJAY (part 1 and 2), BAD BOYS FOR LIFE, THE BATMAN and TOP GUN: MAVERICK which earned Craig an Oscar and WGA nomination for Best Adapted Screenplay. Craig also wrote GLADIATOR II, which received a BAFTA nomination for Outstanding British Film of the Year. Craig's films have generated over four billion dollars at the global box office. Most recently, Craig created, directed, and was the showrunner for the Apple TV+ series, DOPE THIEF, which follows long-time friends and delinquents who pose as DEA agents to rob a house in the countryside, but end up unintentionally revealing and unraveling the biggest hidden narcotics corridor on the Eastern seaboard. In this interview, we talk about his transition from novelist to screenwriter, the making of THE TOWN and the lessons he learned from working with Ben Affleck, the adaptation process for various projects like THE BATMAN and THE HUNGER GAMES, his new show DOPE THIEF, and much more. As a special note, this was part of our new LIVE interview series in partnership with Buzztown, a community for serious screenwriters, where students also participated in this interview. You can learn more or join the waitlist here: https://www.scriptmastermind.com/pr Want more? Steal my first book, INK BY THE BARREL - SECRETS FROM PROLIFIC WRITERS, right now for free. Simply head over to www.brockswinson.com to get your free digital download and audiobook. If you find value in the book, please share it with a friend as we're giving away 100,000 copies this year. It's based on over 400 interviews here at Creative Principles. Enjoy! If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts? It only takes about 60 seconds and it really helps convince some of the hard-to-get guests to sit down and have a chat (simply scroll to the bottom of your iTunes Podcast app and click “Write Review"). Enjoy the show!

Welcome back to The Movie Draft House! We're celebrating our anniversary of the podcast during the month of June with our annual "re-draft a theme" theme. This week we reviewed the 1997 Oscar winning film "Good Will Hunting" starring Matt Damon, Robin Williams, Ben Affleck, and Minnie Driver as we harken back to the "Comedic Actors in Serious Roles" theme. Tune in to find out what we thought of this one...*Come back in July as we continue our year-long theme of "one degree of separation"!Follow the podcast across all social media!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

This episode is a first for Decoder Ring: a live show, recorded at the WBUR Festival in Boston, Massachusetts. Given the setting, we decided to take on a Boston-based cultural mystery: namely, the “Boston movie.” Beginning in the late 1990s and early 2000s, Hollywood has churned out a whole cycle of films drenched in Beantown's particularities, crimes, crops, class conflicts, and accents, from The Departed to The Town. Why does a city smaller than El Paso or Jacksonville loom so large in the cinematic imagination? Why does Boston have a movie subgenre all its own? What makes a Boston movie a Boston movie? With the help of three guests—film critic Ty Burr; Lisa Simmons, founder of the Roxbury International Film Festival; and Boston University linguist Danny Erker—we look closely at the history and heyday of the Boston movie: how The Friends of Eddie Coyle set the template, Good Will Hunting shoved the door wide open, and Mystic River ushered in an imperial phase. We discuss the importance of race and class to the Boston movie and the city itself, the role of homegrown movie stars like Ben Affleck and Mark Wahlberg, and, of course, the best and worst of Boston accents on film. This episode of Decoder Ring was produced by Willa Paskin and Max Freedman. Our team also includes Katie Shepherd and supervising producer Evan Chung. Merritt Jacob is Slate's Technical Director.  If you have any cultural mysteries you want us to decode, please email us at DecoderRing@slate.com, or leave a message on our hotline at 347-460-7281. Films referenced in this episode: The Thomas Crown Affair (1968) Love Story (1970) The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973) The Brink's Job (1978) The Verdict (1982) Quiz Show (1994) Good Will Hunting (1997) Squeeze (1997) Monument Ave. (1998) The Boondock Saints (1999) Southie (1999) Lift (2001) Blue Hill Avenue (2001) Mystic River (2003) Fever Pitch (2005) The Departed (2006) Gone Baby Gone (2007) The Fighter (2010) The Town (2010) Ted (2012) Ted 2 (2015) Black Mass (2015) Spotlight (2015) Want more Decoder Ring? Subscribe to Slate Plus to unlock exclusive bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of the Decoder Ring show page. Or, visit slate.com/decoderplus to get access wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is a first for Decoder Ring: a live show, recorded at the WBUR Festival in Boston, Massachusetts. Given the setting, we decided to take on a Boston-based cultural mystery: namely, the “Boston movie.” Beginning in the late 1990s and early 2000s, Hollywood has churned out a whole cycle of films drenched in Beantown's particularities, crimes, crops, class conflicts, and accents, from The Departed to The Town. Why does a city smaller than El Paso or Jacksonville loom so large in the cinematic imagination? Why does Boston have a movie subgenre all its own? What makes a Boston movie a Boston movie? With the help of three guests—film critic Ty Burr; Lisa Simmons, founder of the Roxbury International Film Festival; and Boston University linguist Danny Erker—we look closely at the history and heyday of the Boston movie: how The Friends of Eddie Coyle set the template, Good Will Hunting shoved the door wide open, and Mystic River ushered in an imperial phase. We discuss the importance of race and class to the Boston movie and the city itself, the role of homegrown movie stars like Ben Affleck and Mark Wahlberg, and, of course, the best and worst of Boston accents on film. This episode of Decoder Ring was produced by Willa Paskin and Max Freedman. Our team also includes Katie Shepherd and supervising producer Evan Chung. Merritt Jacob is Slate's Technical Director.  If you have any cultural mysteries you want us to decode, please email us at DecoderRing@slate.com, or leave a message on our hotline at 347-460-7281. Films referenced in this episode: The Thomas Crown Affair (1968) Love Story (1970) The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973) The Brink's Job (1978) The Verdict (1982) Quiz Show (1994) Good Will Hunting (1997) Squeeze (1997) Monument Ave. (1998) The Boondock Saints (1999) Southie (1999) Lift (2001) Blue Hill Avenue (2001) Mystic River (2003) Fever Pitch (2005) The Departed (2006) Gone Baby Gone (2007) The Fighter (2010) The Town (2010) Ted (2012) Ted 2 (2015) Black Mass (2015) Spotlight (2015) Want more Decoder Ring? Subscribe to Slate Plus to unlock exclusive bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of the Decoder Ring show page. Or, visit slate.com/decoderplus to get access wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is a first for Decoder Ring: a live show, recorded at the WBUR Festival in Boston, Massachusetts. Given the setting, we decided to take on a Boston-based cultural mystery: namely, the “Boston movie.” Beginning in the late 1990s and early 2000s, Hollywood has churned out a whole cycle of films drenched in Beantown's particularities, crimes, crops, class conflicts, and accents, from The Departed to The Town. Why does a city smaller than El Paso or Jacksonville loom so large in the cinematic imagination? Why does Boston have a movie subgenre all its own? What makes a Boston movie a Boston movie? With the help of three guests—film critic Ty Burr; Lisa Simmons, founder of the Roxbury International Film Festival; and Boston University linguist Danny Erker—we look closely at the history and heyday of the Boston movie: how The Friends of Eddie Coyle set the template, Good Will Hunting shoved the door wide open, and Mystic River ushered in an imperial phase. We discuss the importance of race and class to the Boston movie and the city itself, the role of homegrown movie stars like Ben Affleck and Mark Wahlberg, and, of course, the best and worst of Boston accents on film. This episode of Decoder Ring was produced by Willa Paskin and Max Freedman. Our team also includes Katie Shepherd and supervising producer Evan Chung. Merritt Jacob is Slate's Technical Director.  If you have any cultural mysteries you want us to decode, please email us at DecoderRing@slate.com, or leave a message on our hotline at 347-460-7281. Films referenced in this episode: The Thomas Crown Affair (1968) Love Story (1970) The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973) The Brink's Job (1978) The Verdict (1982) Quiz Show (1994) Good Will Hunting (1997) Squeeze (1997) Monument Ave. (1998) The Boondock Saints (1999) Southie (1999) Lift (2001) Blue Hill Avenue (2001) Mystic River (2003) Fever Pitch (2005) The Departed (2006) Gone Baby Gone (2007) The Fighter (2010) The Town (2010) Ted (2012) Ted 2 (2015) Black Mass (2015) Spotlight (2015) Want more Decoder Ring? Subscribe to Slate Plus to unlock exclusive bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of the Decoder Ring show page. Or, visit slate.com/decoderplus to get access wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is a first for Decoder Ring: a live show, recorded at the WBUR Festival in Boston, Massachusetts. Given the setting, we decided to take on a Boston-based cultural mystery: namely, the “Boston movie.” Beginning in the late 1990s and early 2000s, Hollywood has churned out a whole cycle of films drenched in Beantown's particularities, crimes, crops, class conflicts, and accents, from The Departed to The Town. Why does a city smaller than El Paso or Jacksonville loom so large in the cinematic imagination? Why does Boston have a movie subgenre all its own? What makes a Boston movie a Boston movie? With the help of three guests—film critic Ty Burr; Lisa Simmons, founder of the Roxbury International Film Festival; and Boston University linguist Danny Erker—we look closely at the history and heyday of the Boston movie: how The Friends of Eddie Coyle set the template, Good Will Hunting shoved the door wide open, and Mystic River ushered in an imperial phase. We discuss the importance of race and class to the Boston movie and the city itself, the role of homegrown movie stars like Ben Affleck and Mark Wahlberg, and, of course, the best and worst of Boston accents on film. This episode of Decoder Ring was produced by Willa Paskin and Max Freedman. Our team also includes Katie Shepherd and supervising producer Evan Chung. Merritt Jacob is Slate's Technical Director.  If you have any cultural mysteries you want us to decode, please email us at DecoderRing@slate.com, or leave a message on our hotline at 347-460-7281. Films referenced in this episode: The Thomas Crown Affair (1968) Love Story (1970) The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973) The Brink's Job (1978) The Verdict (1982) Quiz Show (1994) Good Will Hunting (1997) Squeeze (1997) Monument Ave. (1998) The Boondock Saints (1999) Southie (1999) Lift (2001) Blue Hill Avenue (2001) Mystic River (2003) Fever Pitch (2005) The Departed (2006) Gone Baby Gone (2007) The Fighter (2010) The Town (2010) Ted (2012) Ted 2 (2015) Black Mass (2015) Spotlight (2015) Want more Decoder Ring? Subscribe to Slate Plus to unlock exclusive bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of the Decoder Ring show page. Or, visit slate.com/decoderplus to get access wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Movie club is back! As a companion to last week's episode on Charlestown, we're chatting about the 2010 crime thriller "The Town," directed by and starring Ben Affleck. Dylan Gottlieb returns to the show to chat about the magic of shooting on location, Blake Lively slumming it, and our desire for a little levity. CLICK HERE to listen to EBtM: Charlestown. Have feedback on this episode or ideas for upcoming topics? DM me on Instagram, email me, or send a voice memo.

Eric Dane emotional as he faces his ALS diagnosis head on. The star in tears detailing how quickly the disease is taking over his body. How he plans to keep acting even with his body shutting down. Then, Brad Pitt behind the wheel and behind-the-scenes of his new “F1” thrill ride. How Tom Cruise inspired the cast to go full throttle. Plus, inside Brad's double date with girlfriend Ines, Bradley Cooper, and Gigi Hadid. And, Mariska Hargitay's most personal reveal ever. How her close friends and family made her feel safe enough to share it. Then, Rumer Willis shares a Bruce health update. Plus, Jen Garner's Father's Day nod to Ben Affleck. And, is Justin Bieber ok? Then, royal tributes to the dads of the monarchy. Plus, the Pedro Pascal look-alike dad who had fans doing a double take. And, watch Steve Carell turn a grad speech into a full on dance party. Then, who will score a spot on the Dallas Cowboys cheer squad? Season 1 was a hit, why some extreme makeovers will make season 2 a must-see. Plus, New Kids On the Block still making hits and headlines sharing never-before-told stories as they rehearse for their Vegas residency. And, a big move for “GMA”. The anchors on their goodbye to Times Square and hello to their brand new $4 billion digs. Then, the “Naked Gun” reboot now locked and loaded. A first look at the new film with plenty of throwbacks. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jennifer Garner stirred reunion rumors with a tender Father’s Day tribute to ex Ben Affleck, while Meghan Markle’s sunshine-soaked family reel had fans calling foul on yet another PR play. Meanwhile, Hugh Jackman’s post-divorce glow-up flopped—his Radio City ticket prices dropping faster than his star power, now reselling for just $20 a pop.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lee and Daniel are back in this episode to talk about not only 2005's low budget, gore-heavy horror comedy "Feast", directed by John Gulager. No, they also cover the Ben Affleck & Matt Damon-produced reality tv series "Project Greenlight", specifically season 3, which was all about the making of the film. The conversation revolves around how the film plays knowing what you get to know from what went on behind the scenes on the tv show. Is the film good? Does its edge lord sense of humour hold up today? Is "Project Greenlight" actually more compelling and entertaining than the film? Does the episode talk about monster vomit AND monster cum? Tune in and find out! "Feast" IMDB  "Project Greenlight" IMDB  Daniel on Bluesky.  Daniel's Podcast.  Daniel's Pateron.  Featured Music: "Meatshake" by Ugly Duckling & "Eat at Home" by Paul McCartney & Linda McCartney.

Lego Master contestant and professional Lego builder Randall Wilson joins Steed and Jrad as the first guest of season 2 of Chubstep to discuss everyone's favorite plastic building block. The guys discuss Randall's first build, replicating the Chicago Theatre, the karaoke to lego connection, the worst Lego brick out there, Will Arnett's voice, trying to build on TV vs on your own, Steed's resemblance to Pootietang, and the business of Lego Building. Steed and Jrad continue with the worst environmental toy disaster in history, Ben Affleck's connection to Lego, the most expensive Lego piece, and wild Lego facts

BFF Ryan McEnaney is back on the show and chats about meeting the one and only Martha Stewart! Daddy issues for Reese's daughter, Ben Affleck's ability to take the worlds worst pictures and don't come for Ms. Rachel. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, the numbers man is back and this time he's brought his brother, as we go back to our roots by revisiting the brand new sequel for a movie we first covered nearly three years ago! It's 2025's The Accountant 2, directed by Gavin O'Connor and starring Ben Affleck, Jon Bernthal, Cynthia Addai-Robinson, J.K. Simmons, Daniella Pineda, Alison Wright and Robert Morgan. Anna Kendrick does not return for this one, but the movie aptly fills the void left by her absence by letting the Wolff Boys bro out for the bulk of the run-time this time around, and Bernthal is particularly outstanding in what is pure, uncut Dudes Rock cinema. Does the story make sense? Does it even matter? As the original found second life on TV and streaming, this nine-years-later sequel has been built to fill a three-hour programming block on cable in the not-so-distant future. The plot is needlessly complicated and hard to follow, but frankly none of that matters and the film is still fun as hell. Plus: we catch up on some recent theatrical outings, including Thunderbolts*, Bring Her Back, Final Destination: Bloodlines, Friendship and Clown in a Cornfield. If you'd like to watch the movie before listening along to our discussion, The Accountant 2 is already available to stream on Amazon Prime despite the fact that it dropped in theaters a month and a half ago. Other works discussed on this episode include Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning, Dick Tracy, Top Gun, The NeverEnding Story, Crimes of the Future, Talk To Me, Tucker & Dale vs Evil, Hot Fuzz, Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie, Dog Man, Point of No Return and many more! We'll be back before too long, but we don't know when or what movie we'll be talking about, so keep your eye on our Instagram and BlueSky feeds for more. Until then, we'll see you at the movies!!

The Film Buff explores the evolution of sequels, franchises, and the rise of the term "IP" in modern cinema, offering context for what makes The Accountant 2 stand out. Far from a typical action sequel, the film shines through its rich, character-driven moments, particularly the compelling dynamic between Ben Affleck and Jon Bernthal. Their nuanced performances elevate the narrative, creating a sequel that prioritizes emotional depth and human connection over conventional action tropes, setting a new standard for the genre.

Rich Keefe & Ryan Davey review a pair of movies: Predator: Killer of Killers and The Accountant 2. Plus the Top 6 Ben Affleck movies of all-time. Twitter, Instagram & YouTube: @DORKpodcast To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today we're joined by actor Bobby Naderi, whose path from Iran to college basketball athlete to working actor in Hollywood is anything but typical. Bobby shares how a drama class unexpectedly launched his acting career, ultimately leading to standout roles in films like Argo, Bright, and The Beekeeper. Bobby reflects on everything from his nerve-wracking first audition to a pivotal moment standing up for cultural authenticity in a meeting with Ben Affleck for Argo. Bobby also dives into his creative process, including his close collaboration with director David Ayer and his recent work in The Better Sister, where strong writing and on-screen chemistry helped shape his performance. Whether he's offering grounded advice for fellow actors or breaking down how he prepares for complex characters, Bobby brings a mix of humility, insight, and grit to the mic. These are the unforgettable stories that landed Bobby Naderi right here. CREDITS: The Better Sister The Beekeeper Bright Argo Black Summer Prison Break Fear the Walking Dead Deputy Scandal Under the Shadow GUEST LINKS: IMDB: Bobby Naderi, Actor, Producer, Director THAT ONE AUDITION'S LINKS: For exclusive content surrounding this and all podcast episodes, sign up for our amazing newsletter at AlyshiaOchse.com. And don't forget to snap and post a photo while listening to the show and tag me: @alyshiaochse & @thatoneaudition MAGIC MIND: Get 60% off with code ONEAUDITION60 THE BRIDGE FOR ACTORS: Become a WORKING ACTOR THE PRACTICE TRACK: Membership to Practice Weekly PATREON: @thatoneaudition CONSULTING: Get 1-on-1 advice for your acting career from Alyshia Ochse COACHING: Get personalized coaching from Alyshia on your next audition or role INSTAGRAM: @alyshiaochse INSTAGRAM: @thatoneaudition WEBSITE: AlyshiaOchse.com ITUNES: Subscribe to That One Audition on iTunes SPOTIFY: Subscribe to That One Audition on Spotify STITCHER: Subscribe to That One Audition on Stitcher EPISODE CREDITS: WRITER: Erin McCluskey WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings ASSISTANT: Elle Powell SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri

“Armageddon” was not only the highest-grossing film of 1998, but it also earned 4 Oscar nominations. Yet that same flick was named the worst movie of the year by Roger Ebert and nominated for 7 Razzie Awards.  How could a film beloved by so many also receive such harsh criticism? That's just one of the many points we drill down on in this fun episode on the 1998 blockbuster “Armageddon.” What inspired the writers to add the romantic subplot between Grace and A.J.? Which pieces of space equipment were real, and what prompted NASA to let “Armageddon” use them? What's the backstory behind Aerosmith's #1 single “I Don't Want to Miss a Thing”? And just what did Ben Affleck say on that famous DVD commentary that resurfaced–and went viral– in 2016? Thank you to Jim for his top-of-the-episode shout out!  Find (and subscribe to!) the show on your favorite podcast app or the Scandal Water Podcast Youtube channel. How to support Scandal Water: Rate, review and subscribe! Send your shoutouts to scandalwaterpodcast@gmail.com. Give a gift through buymeacoffee.com/scandalwaterpod or patreon.com/ScandalWaterPodcast– which will also grant you access to fabulous bonus content! #armageddon #aerosmith #brucewillis #benaffleck #livtyler #michaelbay #endoftheworld #whatadisaster #movie #film #summerblockbuster #popcorn #scandalwaterpodcast 

In 2016, an unexpected gem emerged as one of the greatest modern action films. Its surprising rise makes it not only significant but also pivotal in understanding the evolving landscape of storytelling. Notably, this was not the Ben Affleck film that dominated headlines that year.

Eric, Jeff, Sheek, Styles and Jadakiss got together in Yonkers to break down The Accountant 2, the 2025 American action thriller sequel to The Accountant (2016). Ben Affleck, Jon Bernthal, Cynthia Addai-Robinson, and J. K. Simmons reprise their roles from the previous film, with Daniella Pineda joining the cast. We discuss Ben Affleck's acting choices, how much comedy we want in an action film, how charitable one can really be in life, how much we all hold onto grudges, if we're really being watched by secret tracking forces, manifesting vs. delusion, best practices when visiting Mexico, whether Stevie Wonder is really blind, and much, much more!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Since the beginning of time people have appreciated one thing…Gambling, and these Chubsteppers are no different. This week Steed and J-rad start with the worst kind of people that play music loud in public settings, and the Pope's relation to a crazy mayor before getting to the world of gambling. The guys discuss betting in the days of Jesus, America's original funding coming from gambling, 21 vs blackjack, the largest bets in history, a large ping pong bet involving Coke bottles from Amarillo Slim, Ben Affleck card counting in Las Vegas, betting on obscure items, celebrities and betting, and why you're not actually addicted to gambling.

Jason Fraley interviews writer/director Kevin Smith for the 25th anniversary re-release of the cult-classic comedy "Dogma," which returns to movie theaters this weekend. They discuss the making of the movie, the casting of Ben Affleck and Matt Damon as fallen angels, and the overall legacy of Jay & Silent Bob. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion")

In this powerful and revealing episode of Backstage Pass with Gentry Thomas, we welcome filmmaker, writer, actor, and pop culture icon Kevin Smith. Known for cult classics like Clerks, Mallrats, and Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back, Kevin joins Gentry to talk about the long-awaited re-release of one of his most controversial and beloved films: Dogma. Originally released in 1999, Dogma tackled faith, organized religion, and spiritual satire like no other film—featuring a star-studded cast including Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, Chris Rock, Alan Rickman, and Salma Hayek. Kevin shares the behind-the-scenes battle to reclaim the rights to the film from Harvey Weinstein and why this release means more than ever. Visit dogmamovie.com to learn more and sign up for updates on the official re-release. Kevin also reflects on his legendary film career, the evolution of indie filmmaking, and how his voice as a storyteller has grown over the years. From heartfelt moments to unfiltered truths, this episode is a must-listen for movie lovers and Kevin Smith fans alike.

This week, we're chatting about the not-technically-a-flop-but-still-has-flop-energy film EDGE OF TOMORROW! We discuss the necessity for new alien design, the firewall that stops us from asking questions about Tom Cruise, and discuss our favourite topic: what it's like to be married to Ben Affleck.    This episode brought to you in part by MasterClass. With classes on a variety of topics, all taught by world class masters at the top of their fields. Fantastic for yourself and as a gift. Head over to www.masterclass.com/ihateit for the current offer.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

25 years ago, Kevin Smith released his most controversial and provocative film. Then, after a solid run in theaters and a robust life on VHS, it disappeared into the ether and has never been available to stream. Now, as ‘Dogma' makes its triumphant return to theaters this weekend, Smith reveals the full story of how he got huge stars like Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, George Carlin and others to appear in his audacious satire of the Catholic Church, how he was able “rescue my movie about angels from the devil himself” Harvey Weinstein, how a planned sequel will change now that he has fully lost his own faith, and so much more. Plus, Smith confirms the Oscar-winning actors who almost played God before Alanis Morissette got the coveted role and reveals the major Hollywood job he turned down to focus on finishing his greatest film. Follow Kevin Smith on Instagram @thatkevinsmithFollow Matt Wilstein on Bluesky @mattwilstein Follow The Last Laugh on Instagram @lastlaughpodHighlights from this episode and others at The Daily Beast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amy and Riley discuss Matt Damon and Ben Affleck's enduring friendship and hypothesize what their dinner table conversation could have been, and then they provide their thoughts on Mission Impossible: Final Reckoning. (00:00 - 9:25)We then discuss the latest episode of The Valley (season 2, episode 8) - "The Biggest Snake in the Grass". (9:25)If you enjoyed this episode and need more Turtle Time in your life, join the ⁠Turtle Time Patreon⁠ and become a Villa Rosa VIP to hear exclusive bonus content! We're recapping the Vanderpump Rules series from the beginning each week and uncovering all of its secrets.And if you need even more Turtle Time in your life, follow us on ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠. And please, if you want to watch some of the fun things we do, subscribe on YouTube.RIVERSIDE AI SUMMARY:In this conversation, the hosts explore various themes ranging from Hollywood friendships, particularly between Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, to their experiences with recent movie disappointments. They delve into the dynamics of reality TV, specifically focusing on the show 'The Valley', discussing its repetitive conflicts and the social interactions among cast members. The conversation also touches on the challenges of maintaining engaging content in reality shows, highlighting the importance of fresh storylines and the impact of social games on group dynamics. The conversation delves into the complexities of trust, relationships, and the impact of reality television on personal dynamics. It explores themes of vulnerability, conflict, and emotional turmoil, highlighting the challenges cast members face in navigating friendships and romantic relationships under the scrutiny of cameras. The discussion also critiques the portrayal of these dynamics in media and the personal growth that can emerge from such experiences. In this conversation, the hosts delve into the complexities of relationships, accountability, and the emotional turmoil faced by individuals in the spotlight. They explore themes of financial struggles, manipulation, and the impact of family dynamics on personal decisions. The discussion highlights the challenges of navigating love and regret, particularly in the context of reality television, while also looking ahead to future challenges and changes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

6/2/25 - Hour 3 Rich and the guys recap the Dodgers/Yankees weekend series and weigh in on Saquon Barkley's appearance on the Madden 26 cover and if Eagles fans should be wary of the longstanding jinx.   O'Shea Jackson Jr drops by the studio ahead taping his newest ‘No-Contest Wrestling' podcast to talk Dodgers and more.   Writer/Director Kevin Smith joins Rich in-studio to discuss the 25th anniversary of ‘Dogma' including stories about landing Alan Rickman and George Carlin for the film, casting Chris Rock instead of Samuel L. Jackson, and meeting Matt Damon and Ben Affleck for the first time. Please check out other RES productions: Overreaction Monday: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://apple.co/overreactionmonday⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  What the Football with Suzy Shuster and Amy Trask: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://apple.co/whatthefootball⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Jim Jackson Show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dazed and Confused (dir. Richard Linklater. 1993) remains a timeless classic of American adolescence…or does it? This week Justin joins me for a deep dive into one of the most nostalgia-laden films ever created, as we investigate how a seemingly breezy 1990s high school stoner comedy actually holds deep philosophical and political weight when viewed from 2025. From Matthew McConaughey's lascivious lothario to Ben Affleck's pathetic, psychotic bully, and a million characters in between, the film displays archetypes of American youth that point to the often narrow paths of identity available to each of us. All right, all right, all right?  Listen to the whole episode here  Check out Chuck Klosterman's piece on the film  Here's another great analysis of Dazed and Confused's take on nostalgia   

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 1: 3:05pm- In a hidden video interview conducted by Project Veritas, Vice Chair of the Democratic National Committee David Hogg and former Biden Administration staffer Deterrian Jones revealed that Jill Biden's Chief of Staff Anthony Bernal “had an enormous amount of power.” Jones continued: “The general public wouldn't know how this man looked, but he wielded an enormous amount of power. I can't stress to you enough how much power he had at the White House.” 3:15pm- While appearing on CNN, Alex Thompson—Axios reporter and co-author of “Original Sin: President Biden's Decline, Its Cover-up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again”—revealed that Biden Administration cabinet members were not confident that Joe Biden was capable of handling a “2 am crisis,” if one were to occur. So, who was in charge? 3:40pm- During a segment on PBS, host Judy Woodruff examined whether the president—Donald Trump specifically—has the authority to unilaterally launch a nuclear strike. Why wasn't PBS expressing similar concern when, according to recent reports, a cognitively fading Joe Biden held the presidency? 3:50pm- Rich and Matt debate whether Ben Affleck has made any good movies—or if Good Will Hunting, for example, is a great film in spite of Affleck…not because of him.

The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Show (05/29/2025): 3:05pm- In a hidden video interview conducted by Project Veritas, Vice Chair of the Democratic National Committee David Hogg and former Biden Administration staffer Deterrian Jones revealed that Jill Biden's Chief of Staff Anthony Bernal “had an enormous amount of power.” Jones continued: “The general public wouldn't know how this man looked, but he wielded an enormous amount of power. I can't stress to you enough how much power he had at the White House.” 3:15pm- While appearing on CNN, Alex Thompson—Axios reporter and co-author of “Original Sin: President Biden's Decline, Its Cover-up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again”—revealed that Biden Administration cabinet members were not confident that Joe Biden was capable of handling a “2 am crisis,” if one were to occur. So, who was in charge? 3:40pm- During a segment on PBS, host Judy Woodruff examined whether the president—Donald Trump specifically—has the authority to unilaterally launch a nuclear strike. Why wasn't PBS expressing similar concern when, according to recent reports, a cognitively fading Joe Biden held the presidency? 3:50pm- Rich and Matt debate whether Ben Affleck has made any good movies—or if Good Will Hunting, for example, is a great film in spite of Affleck…not because of him. 4:05pm- During an interview with Brett Baier on Fox News, FBI Director Kash Patel insisted that based on the evidence he has seen—Jeffrey Epstein killed himself. While on Fox & Friends, FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino said the agency plans on eventually releasing video definitively proving Epstein's death was suicide. 4:30pm- On Wednesday, the U.S. Court of International Trade blocked the Trump Administration's use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act of 1977 to impose tariffs on trading partners. The panel determined the unilaterally adopted tariffs “exceed” presidential authority. 5:05pm- On Wednesday, the U.S. Court of International Trade blocked the Trump Administration's use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act of 1977 to impose tariffs on trading partners. The panel determined the unilaterally adopted tariffs “exceed” presidential authority. BREAKING NEWS: A federal appeals court is—at least temporarily—preserving the tariffs. 5:20pm- In a series of articles published over the weekend, The New York Times examined the Democrat Party's continued struggles appealing to the American electorate. Shane Goldmacher writes that Democrats “are still searching for the path forward”—noting that the party spent $20 million studying their “erosion” of support with “young men” specifically. In another article, Goldmacher—alongside June Kim and Christine Zhang—evaluate “how Donald Trump has remade America's political landscape.” They document that 435 counties across the country became more “Democratic” from 2012 and 2024—however, 2,678 counties became more “Republican.” Further complicating matters is the 2030 census which is expected to cause comfortably blue states to lose electoral votes as citizens move to red states. You can read the articles here: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/25/us/politics/democratic-party-voters.html. And here: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2025/05/25/us/politics/trump-politics-democrats.html. 5:25pm- Rich announces he will be going to Israel for a fact-finding mission. Newsmax CEO Christopher Ruddy is organizing the event and invited him. On Thursday, Israel accepted a U.S. proposal for a temporary ceasefire with Hamas—however, according to The Jerusalem Post, Hamas is demanding some changes to the agreement. 5:40pm- Dr. EJ Antoni—Chief Economist at The Heritage Foundation—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to talk about his big promotion to chief economist at Heritage, President Donald Trump's use of tariffs to eliminate barriers to entry for American exports, and the One Big Beautiful Bill Act's fate in the U.S. Senate. 6:05pm- Jake Tapper's new book, “Original Sin: Pr ...

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Welcome back to The Viall Files: Going Deeper edition.  After an incredible season 2 of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, many questions about Jen and Zac Affleck still remain. And today… you get your answer. What's been going on in their relationship? Why did Jen stop filming? How does Zac feel about Chippendales now? Are they related to Ben Affleck? And much, much, more… You will absolutely not want to miss it.  “I'm not responsible for Zac and how he acted" Listen to Humble Brag with Cynthia Bailey and Crystal Kung Minkoff! Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/humble-brag-with-crystal-and-cynthia/id1774286896 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@humblebragpod   Listen To Disrespectfully now! Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disrespectfully/id1516710301 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCh8MqSsiGkfJcWhkan0D0w   Start your 7 Day Free Trial of Viall Files + here: https://viallfiles.supportingcast.fm/  To Order Nick's Book Go To: http://www.viallfiles.com  Are you struggling with any sort of dating, relationship, or life dilemma? Do you want all the answers? Email asknick@theviallfiles.com with your question in the subject line to express interest in appearing on the show!  To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/theviallfiles   Thank You to Our Sponsors: Cash App - Download Cash App & sign up! Use our exclusive referral code VIALL10 in your profile, send $5 to a friend within 14 days, and you'll get $10 dropped right into your account. GoPure! - For a limited time, our listeners get 25% off goPure with code VIALL at checkout. Just head to https://gopurebeauty.com, use code VIALL, and you're all set.  Mint Mobile - This year, skip breaking a sweat AND breaking the bank. Get your summer savings and shop premium wireless plans at https://mintmobile.com/viall  Quince - Stick to the staples that last—with elevated essentials from Quince. Go to https://quince.com/viall for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day returns. Timestamps: (00:00) - Intro (10:32) - How They Met And Joined The Show (19:17) - Unpacking Season One (35:17) - Jen's Background (40:20) - Working On Marriage (46:21) - Relationship Before The Show (56:17) - What You Love About Each Other (01:03:01) - Role As A Husband Today (01:08:06) - Season Two (01:16:23) - Demi Situation (01:23:03) - Pregnancy (01:26:22) - Outro   Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @nnataliejjoy @jenniferlaffleck @zacaffleck @ciaracrobinson @justinkaphillips  @leahgsilberstein @dereklanerussell  

When an asteroid threatens to collide with Earth, NASA honcho Dan Truman (Billy Bob Thornton) determines the only way to stop it is to drill into its surface and detonate a nuclear bomb. This leads him to renowned driller Harry Stamper (Bruce Willis), who agrees to helm the dangerous space mission provided he can bring along his own hotshot crew. Among them is the cocksure A.J. (Ben Affleck), who Harry thinks isn't good enough for his daughter (Liv Tyler), until the mission proves otherwise.

Chelsea and Emily Walker are back to recap “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” Season 2, Episode 2: “The Book of Accountability,” and things are getting dark. From messy parties to more ancestry drama for Ben Affleck to emotionally manipulative barbecues, this episode delivers. With Jen's disappearing friends and the emotional polygamy in the group, it's so toxic… and we can't look away. Join the cookie community: Become a member of the Patreon Follow Chelsea: Instagram @chelseadevantez Show Notes: Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Season 2 Premiere: Soft Swinging & Sexy Baptisms The Secret Life of Mormon Wives & A Well-Trained Wife: Scandals and Faith (Glamorous Trash) Loretta Lynn's Memoir Me & Patsy Kickin' Up Dust (with Emily Walker) Where to find our guest Emily Walker: Instagram *** Glamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you. Thank you to our sponsors: Thrive Causemetics - Get 20% off your first order at thrivecausemetics.com/glamorous Libro.fm - Click here to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with your first month of membership using code TRASH. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Charlie, Jack, Tyler, Andrew, and Blake discuss the week's biggest topics, including: -Why does the left hate white South Africans so much? -What is each cast member's favorite movie, and is Ben Affleck a good actor? -Is The Godfather Part 2 overrated? Watch every episode ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charlie, Jack, Tyler, Andrew, and Blake discuss the week's biggest topics, including:-Why does the left hate white South Africans so much?-What is each cast member's favorite movie, and is Ben Affleck a good actor?-Is The Godfather Part 2 overrated?Support the show