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In this episode, Brian talks about a whole bunch of Kino Lorber Studio Classics titles (4KS and Blu-rays). This week's episode is also brought to you by the fine folks at DiabolikDVD - a great place to buy your discs from! https://www.diabolikdvd.com/ Just the Discs Now has a YouTube Channel! Check it out here and subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCffVK8TcUyjCpr0F9SpV53g Follow the Show on Twitter here for Episode previews and new Blu-ray News! https://bsky.app/profile/justthediscs.bsky.social Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: https://www.teepublic.com/user/filmmakershirts We're also on Instagram! instagram.com/justthediscspod/
Something a little different, as today we review the recently remastered in 4K from a 35mm original camera negative by Kino Lorber, a boutique Blu-ray distributor. This new edition comes in both 4KUHD (two-disc) and Blu-ray (single disc) and can be purchased at the Kino Lorber website. Along with a new master of the film, each set (either two-disc or single) comes with audio commentary from directorSimon Wincer, a new interview with star Billy Zane, and an interview with film composer David Newman. A trailer is also included. At Chronicle Chamber, we picked up a copy for review. Watch or listen to our video review, and read on for our impressions of the new master, as well as special feature highlights. The New MasterOne of the elements to this film that Simon Wincer frequently comes back to in his audio commentary is the lighting, and it's for good reason. This new edition of The Phantom is beautiful. Compared to previous releases, the color and visuals are crisp, clean, and warm. There was a decision to use natural lighting as opposed to filters during production, and it pays off nicely. In outdoor adventure sequences, the natural lighting makes the action feel real and believable. In closed settings, such as Xander Drax and Diana Palmer's introduction scene early on in the film, a functional, expository sequence feels glamorous and stunning. When Dave Palmer agrees to send his niece, Diana, on a quest during this sequence, this new master captures the warmth and ornate decor of the art deco style of the 1930s. The sound is also markedly better than previous editions, making for an overall enjoyable rewatch that feels closer to what audiences experienced in theaters 30 years ago. The Special FeaturesDirector Simon Wincer's Audio CommentaryAudio commentaries can be hit or miss with many Bluray and 4KUHD releases, even from boutique companies. The Simon Wincer commentary included with this new edition of The Phantom lands right in the middle. It's not necessarily exciting, but it's not the worst commentary either. Wincer does highlight some of the elements and motifs he was going for, and he does spend a great deal of time talking about the use of natural lighting versus filtering. For Phantom fans looking for answers to decisions this adaptation makes, like why Guran was changed into a child helper of The Phantom or why a skeleton strangles a grave robber to death, there aren't any answers here. The quality of the audio commentary, at times, is also suspect. Right off the bat, there's a noticeable audio lag, as if this was recorded over Zoom or some other online meeting software. That's a bit of a disappointment. Billy Zane Interview: “Kismet in the Jungle”Thirty years after the release of the film, Billy Zane is a master craftsman at discussing The Phantom film. Many of the ideas and motifs he touches upon in this new interview have been covered elsewhere in talks at Supanova Con and other interviews. Zane highlights his love of the character stemming from collecting Frew Comics on visits to Australia and notes that, in his performance, he was trying to embody the classic adventure films of classic Hollywood from the likes of Douglas Fairbanks, Errol Flynn, John Wayne, and others. This interview has the highest production values to it, and for fans looking to see Zane wax poetic about all things The Phantom, it's a good interview. David Newman Interview: “Slam Evil: Scoring The Phantom”David Newman is a phenomenal composer, and to see him among the interviews included in this new release is something out of a dream for a huge fan of film scores (such as myself). This interview was conducted over Zoom or some other type of online meeting software, so the production value is a stark difference compared to Zane's interview. For film score enthusiasts, the soundtrack to The Phantom is a hidden gem. It's fast, rhythmic, complicated, and powerful. For Newman, putting this score together was mostly done on instinct and was something akin to a nightmare, which is unfortunate to learn. In the interview, Newman states that scoring The Phantom was a last-minute rush job that compiled hours and hours of work over a very short period, often with little to no sleep. While Newman doesn't have great memories of working on The Phantom, it's the film in his IMDB that he worked the hardest on. For those looking to learn a little about what's buried in the beat and rhythm of the soundtrack, Newman speaks to this. For Those Who Came In Late… What's the verdict?For Phantom “phans” who want to revisit this adaptation or film fans looking to tap into a little 90s nostalgia, this new master is absolutely stunning and the best version of The Phantom commercially available. For collectors who love to dive deep into special features and bonus content included in boutique collections like these, it's a bit of a miss. Apart from the Billy Zane interview, the other two special features feel hastily compiled to pad the set, and it's not worth the spend if you're primarily looking to learn more about the production and behind-the-scenes of The Phantom. Verdict: Buy it for the film, not the special features. Support the show
This week, Oz, Fluent and Euphonic salute legendary bassist and Frank Ocean fan Flea; The boys briefly discuss the results of the runoff election in Texas; Oz discovers a new segment; Plus, your listener letters and the Top 3 STFUs. Pour Up! Song of the Week: Syd- "Callin" feat. Blu june
Podcast for a deep examination into the career and life choices of Whoopi Goldberg. Hangin' Ten continues with a new ten-pack showcasing her best cameo appearances. Patrick attempts to move to the big city, but he finds himself in a baaaad situation when it turns out his new roommate is a sheep. Joe investigates a potential conspiracy about color-shifting cars. Is this conspiracy covering up for a dangerous cabal, or is it merely an innocuous trick of the light? Find out on this week's episode of 'What the Hell Happened to Them?' Email the cast at whathappenedtothem@gmail.com Disclaimer: This episode was recorded in May 2026. References may feel confusing and/or dated unusually quickly. 'The Adventures of Rocky and Bullwinkle' is available Blu-ray, DVD, & VHS (for you hipsters out there): https://www.amazon.com/Adventures-Rocky-Bullwinkle-Blu-ray/dp/B07CN4NQD5/ Music from "Sheep in the Big City Theme Song" by probably not a herd of sheep and "Rocky and Bullwinkle Ending Theme" by... uh, somebody talented. Artwork from BJ West quixotic, united, skeyhill, vekeman, whoopi, goldberg, adventures, rocky, bullwinkle, sheep, roberts, cameo, simpsons, office, devito, diniero
The beginning of any month now seems like a light week for physical media, so Erik Childress and Peter Sobczynski only have a few titles to talk about. They include the magnificent starpower of Cary Grant and Audrey Hepburn in a comically Hitchcockian caper. Jack Nicholson does much more than order in a diner. There's an early LBGTQ film from William Friedkin and the financially successful but creatively bankrupt attempt at a live-action cartoon. Plus a new extensive documentary on John Carpenter's 1982 horror masterpiece tells you everything you wanted to know and then some.1:47 - Criterion (Charade (4K), Five Easy Pieces (4K))24:00 -- Cinematographe (The Boys in the Band 4K)33:16 - CreatorVC (The Thing Expanded)48:51 - Shout (The Flintstones (4K))1:04:55 - New TV on Blu-ray (Covert Affairs: The Complete Series, Doctor Who (2025): Season Two, The Creep Tapes (Season Two))1:09:14 - New Theatrical Titles on Blu-ray (Hoppers (4K), Protector)1:10:28 - New Blu-ray AnnouncementsCLICK ON THE FILMS TO RENT OR PURCHASE AND HELP OUT THE MOVIE MADNESS PODCAST OR BUY FROM MOVIEZYNGBe sure to check outErik's Weekly Box Office Column – At Rotten TomatoesCritics' Classics Series – At Elk Grove Cinema in Elk Grove Village, ILChicago Screening Schedule - All the films coming to theaters and streamingPhysical Media Schedule - Click & Buy upcoming titles for your library.(Direct purchases help the Movie Madness podcast with a few pennies.)Erik's Linktree - Where you can follow Erik and his work anywhere and everywhere.The Movie Madness Podcast has been recognized by Million Podcasts as one of the Top 100 Best Movie Review Podcasts as well as in the Top 60 Film Festival Podcasts and Top 100 Cinephile Podcasts. MillionPodcasts is an intelligently curated, all-in-one podcast database for discovering and contacting podcast hosts and producers in your niche perfect for PR pitches and collaborations.USE COUPON “MOVIEMADNESS” TO GET 10% OFF ALL DUBBY PRODUCTSSIGN UP FOR AUDIBLE This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit erikthemovieman.substack.com
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The boys talk about MANDO & GROGU, some other movies, and some TV. PLUS they love Fallout! Fallout Season Two is now available on 4K Ultra HD and DVD. Based on the iconic video game series, bring home the action-packed post-apocalyptic thriller starring Walton Goggins, Ella Purnell and Aaron Moten. In Season Two, our odd trio ventures across the wasteland in search of the ruins of New Vegas. Own Fallout Season Two on 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray now.
In this episode, Brian talks about four recent new favorite releases from 2026: TROUBLE IN PARADISE and BODY HEAT in 4K from Criterion, THE BIG COMBO in 4K from Ignite Films and Bogdanovich's NICKELODEON on Blu-ray with the B&W director's cut Included! Ignite Films: https://www.ignite-films.com/ NICKELODEON: https://moviezyng.com/products/nickelodeon?bg_ref=toBoQ5pmeQ This week's episode is also brought to you by the fine folks at DiabolikDVD - a great place to buy your discs from! https://www.diabolikdvd.com/ Just the Discs Now has a YouTube Channel! Check it out here and subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCffVK8TcUyjCpr0F9SpV53g Follow the Show on Twitter here for Episode previews and new Blu-ray News! https://bsky.app/profile/justthediscs.bsky.social Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: https://www.teepublic.com/user/filmmakershirts We're also on Instagram! instagram.com/justthediscspod/
Cette semaine, Simon nous parle du coffret Blu-ray « Disco Italiana » de Severin Films et de ses visionnements des films de la série Emmanuelle. Pour sa part, Antoine aborde le director's cut de « The X-Files: I Want to Believe », une histoire de Russes ayant usurpé l'identité d'Angine de Poitrine, ainsi que le spectacle de lancement d'ICI Musique Rock aux Foufounes Électriques. De son côté, Benoit revient sur les récents mouvements chez Marvel Comics, qui pourraient avoir un impact sur le fonctionnement de l'éditeur, sur l'adaptation cinématographique des « Livres dont vous êtes le héros » par le collectif Radio Silence, ainsi que sur les bandes dessinées de Derek Laufman qu'il s'est procurées lors de la plus récente édition du Festival BD de Montréal. En dernière partie d'émission, nous discutons de « The Punisher: One Last Kill », un film de Reinaldo Marcus Green disponible sur la plateforme Disney+ mettant en vedette Jon Bernthal et Deborah Ann Woll. Consulter l'ensemble de nos archives: https://www.mysterieuxetonnants.com/category/podcasts/emission/ Laissez-nous un message vocal: https://www.speakpipe.com/mysterieuxe Devenez membre de la communauté Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/MysterieuxE Diffusion originale : 25 mai 2026 Site web : MysterieuxEtonnants.com © Les Mystérieux Étonnants. Tous droits réservés
In this episode, Andrew is joined by Jimmy Lin from ADT who shares the insider story behind ADT's new DIY-focused Blu system—an easy-to-install, smart security kit designed for the modern homeowner. We break down how ADT may leverage open standards like Matter and Z-Wave, aiming to unify the smart home ecosystem and finally bridge the gap between security and automation.You'll uncover:How ADT's innovative products like the new Live Light smart sign and color night-vision cameras empower homeowners to be proactive rather than reactive.The role of AI and sensor fusion, like Wi-Fi and activity zone detection, in predicting threats before they happen.Why a focus on privacy, seamless integration, and ease of use is transforming the DIY security market.The strategic move into open protocols to create a more connected, interoperable smart home landscape.What's next for ADT: The possibility of introducing scene automation, smart home triggers, and voice command support like Siri shortcuts to truly integrate security with daily life.Jimmy Lin is VP of Product Management at ADT, steering innovations that bridge the gap between trusted home security and intelligent automation. With extensive experience in consumer electronics and AI-powered products—from GoPro cameras to AR glasses—Jimmy brings a keen eye for transforming classic brands into future-ready powerhouses.This episode is packed with actionable insights and future trends that will shape your smart home strategy. Perfect for tech lovers, security pros, and anyone eager to stay ahead of the curve. Don't miss out—hit play now and discover how ADT is redefining what home security can be.Send me your smart home questions and recommendations with the hashtag #SmartHomeInsider. Tweet and follow your host at:@andrew_osu on Twitter@andrewohara941 on ThreadsEmail me hereSponsored by:Shopify: Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/homekit!Copilot Money: Limited-time: Get two months free when you sign up at copilot.money/smarthome and use coupon code SMARTHOME!Smart Home Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the Smart Home Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showGovee TV Backlight 3Govee G25 Filament BulbBose Lifestyle LineupBlu by ADTThose interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com
Join Chris as he discusses two new 4K and Blu-ray releases from Second Sight Films!The Devil's Candy Limited Edition 4K UHD & Blu-ray – Second Sight FilmsInsomnia Limited Edition 4K UHD & Blu-ray – Second Sight Films
Podcast for a deep examination into the career and life choices of Whoopi Goldberg. Hangin' Ten continues with a new ten-pack showcasing her best cameo appearances. Patrick tries to pass the bar exam, though it's rather difficult since Patrick hasn't really ever studied law before. Joe has studied law, but gave up on that career path after watching 'To Kill a Mockingbird.' Now he's a bird hunter. What kind of birds, you ask? Find out on this week's episode of 'What the Hell Happened to Them?' Email the cast at whathappenedtothem@gmail.com Disclaimer: This episode was recorded in May 2026. References may feel confusing and/or dated unusually quickly. 'Bordello of Blood' is available Blu-ray, DVD, & VHS (and multi-format if you're feeling spicy): https://www.amazon.com/Tales-Crypt-Presents-Bordello-Collectors/dp/B0112HPS10/ Music from "The Crypt Jam" by... The Cryptkeeper? Artwork from BJ West quixotic, united, skeyhill, vekeman, whoopi, goldberg, bordello, blood, crypt, tales, miller, feldman, grisham, cameo, zemekis, hbo, cops, vampire
252 Bobby and Jon are back for another candid, unscripted Tailoring Talk Magazine catch-up, this time covering Bond First Light, Project Hail Mary, electric cars, Apple rumours, Netflix recommendations, Dune, Bentley track days and the continuing saga of Jon's broken Nissan.Bobby and Jon return with another unscripted Tailoring Talk Magazine ramble, beginning with the upcoming Bond First Light game and somehow ending up with Apple rumours, folding iPads, Bentley track days, Netflix spy dramas and a Nissan dealership fire.This episode starts with a proper Bond and gaming catch-up as Bobby and Jon talk about why gaming has become therapy, why First Light might be the closest thing to new Bond for a while and whether the new 007 game looks more like Hitman, Uncharted or something in between.From there, things move into Project Hail Mary, including Bobby and Carolina's trip to see it at the BFI IMAX in 70mm, why the film has become such a rewatchable favourite and why some stories deserve to be seen on the biggest screen possible.There's also a healthy dose of electric car chat, including Bobby's early verdict on the new MINI, automatic parking, EV range anxiety, Jon's Kia EV3 plans and the truly ridiculous latest chapter in his long-running Nissan saga.Also discussed: Apple Focus Modes, using tech to separate work and home life, the BFI cinema experience, Billie Eilish cinema chaos, Dune, Denis Villeneuve's future Bond film, Netflix recommendations, The Boys, Daredevil Born Again, Bentley track days, Apple racing livery, the rumoured iPhone Fold and whether a folding iPad would actually make more sense.As always, it's candid, chaotic and completely unscripted.Timestamps / chapter markers00:00 - Hello, bonjour and guten tag00:32 - Bond First Light is almost here01:10 - Gaming as therapy and Bobby's Bond fix02:17 - First Light gameplay: Hitman meets Uncharted03:11 - Marathon, Pragmata and Final Fantasy on Switch04:42 - Is the new Bond too chatty?05:39 - Bluff mode, NPCs and Bond problem-solving06:25 - Bond outfits, DLC and the deluxe edition08:31 - The gold Bond controller09:28 - Largale Ray's Bond-style title sequence10:40 - Project Hail Mary at the BFI IMAX12:20 - Why Bobby loves Project Hail Mary so much13:01 - Seeing Project Hail Mary in 70mm15:20 - Blu-rays, streaming and owning films properly16:05 - Speed Racer in 4K17:54 - Carolina's Project Hail Mary obsession19:17 - Jon's Amazon hedge trimmer confession21:01 - What to do when Amazon refunds something that later appears22:45 - Bobby's MINI EV verdict23:53 - Advanced parking and automatic reversing25:58 - Jon's broken Nissan saga continues27:14 - The dealership fire and the Ombudsman case29:21 - MINI software updates, games and ITVX in the car30:30 - Kia EV3 and CarPlay Ultra31:01 - Bobby's MacBook Air and work-life separation31:40 - Apple Focus Modes and separating work from home33:57 - Cinema etiquette and switching phones off35:13 - Why the BFI audience experience is better36:39 - Dune Messiah and Denis Villeneuve39:00 - When will the next Bond film actually arrive?41:37 - Legends on Netflix and spy drama recommendations43:02 - Netflix value, Three Body Problem and Rebel Moon45:22 - Daredevil Born Again, The Boys and Disney Plus46:29 - Bentley track day and factory tour plans47:29 - Phil Schiller's Apple racing livery48:00 - iPhone Fold rumours49:02 - Folding iPads and naked iPad use49:58 - WWDC, Vision Pro and Steam gaming rumours50:52 - Wrapping upJames Bond, Bond First Light, 007, Project Hail Mary, BFI IMAX, electric cars, MINI EV, Kia EV3, Apple, iPhone Fold, WWDC, Dune, Denis Villeneuve, Netflix, The Boys, Daredevil Born Again, gaming, PlayStation, Tailoring Talk Magazine, Roberto Revilla, Jon Evans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Send us Fan MailWe reveal the final five Warner Archive Blu-ray releases for June and explain why each title matters for collectors who care about transfers, preservation, and real movie history. We spotlight hidden MGM craftsmanship, cult oddities, and a major restoration story on Last Summer (1969) that finally brings a long-missing film to Blu-ray the right way. Pre-order links below:LAST SUMMER (1969) Moviezyng: https://moviezyng.com/mr64mcAmazon: https://amzn.to/4wNL37ZCOME LIVE WITH ME (1941) Amazon: https://amzn.to/4nCIDohMoviezyng: https://moviezyng.com/4uvhjqSTRANGE CARGO (1940)Amazon: https://amzn.to/3PzWLSDMoviezyng: https://moviezyng.com/yyx0txROSE-MARIE (1936)Moviezyng: https://moviezyng.com/2vzah5Amazon: https://amzn.to/3POnnzzPRETTY MAIDS ALL IN A ROW (1971)Amazon: https://amzn.to/4wDVXgeMoviezyng: https://moviezyng.com/c3l58x Moviezyng Affiliate LinkThe Extras Facebook pageThe Extras TV YouTube ChannelThe Extras Twitter Warner Archive & Warner Bros Catalog GroupJoin our new public Facebook Group for Warner Archive Animation Fans and get the latest update on all the releases.As an Amazon and Moviezyng Affiliate, The Extras may receive a commission for purchases through our purchase links. There is no additional cost to you, and every little bit helps us in the production of the podcast. Thanks in advance.Otaku Media produces podcasts, behind-the-scenes extras, and media that connect creatives with their fans and businesses with their consumers. Contact us today to see how we can work together to achieve your goals. info@theextras.tv
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Villain-Venice-Steampunk-Adventure-Expanded/dp/B0GYVW1ZM3/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.zAFjvxdIVP0NajbIc-mtzu0FD5ro02XhYTavKJ3P7vs.T9sQrNnsvEeityKLDFJW-mEYohVaxA0jd3pcXRVcAUw&qid=1777810600&sr=1-1-catcorr This title was released in April 2026. It will be exclusively available to buy from the Big Finish website until 31 May 2026, and on general sale after this date. Field of Miracles by Lauren Mooney and Stewart Pringle The Doctor, Tegan and Turlough arrive in the quaint village of Heatherington in 1951. But something strange is happening. In an England of post-war austerity, Heatherington is thriving - the shops are full of produce and everyone seems to have everything they've ever wanted, even if what they've wanted is the dead to return to them. The Doctor and his friends must stop the creeping invasion of the Asteri, wish-granting crystalline organisms of awesome destructive power, before they extract a terrible price from the villagers. Helter Skelter by James Moran When a bio-engineered planet and amusement park undergoes a critical malfunction, the entire planet tears itself apart - and the Doctor, Tegan and Turlough are thrown back to their arrival, trapped in a repeating time loop. But for some reason, only Tegan can see the loop, not the Doctor - it has been hidden from him somehow. So why can Tegan see it, and how is she going to fix it? Land of Fools by Lauren Mooney and Stewart Pringle The TARDIS arrives in London, 1980, but something has gone wrong with the timeline. The city is a quasi-police state, overseen by a mysterious new company, Luqos, which promises miraculous gifts to its followers. As Tegan takes off to reconnect with an old friend, and the Doctor teams up with young activist Zan, Turlough is pulled into the heart of Luqos by the shadowy 'M', where they discover an old enemy at work beneath the city. Please note: the collector's edition CD box set is strictly limited to 1,500 copies Recorded on: 15-17 October 2025 Recorded at: The Soundhouse and The Video Factory, New Zealand Producer Sonny McGann said: "Turlough, Tegan and the Doctor are back! We're returning to Earth, where a new threat has emerged wielding immense psionic power. In an England suffering from post-war austerity, one village appears to have everything they've ever wanted. Some will pay any price to see a wish fulfilled - a choice which may ripple through time. "Meanwhile, when a visit to an amusement park on a bio-engineered planet traps the Doctor and his friends in a time loop, one of our companions will have to step up to prevent the planet from tearing itself apart. Three new stories full of wit, emotion, and good technobabble, according to Peter Davison!" Producer Stewart Pringle, co-writer of the first and third episodes, said: "Tegan and Turlough are just great, aren't they? It's so lovely that this set is coming out around the time of Season 21 landing on Blu-ray because it's such a glorious period of Doctor Who. Field of Miracles is our tribute to The Android Invasion with shades of The Wicker Man." The second episode's writer James Moran added: "I will always refer to this story as Tegan Jovanka's Groundhog Day, which tells you all you need to know up front. It made me endlessly amused that I'd come up with a plot almost custom designed to make Tegan as angry as possible. And that was pretty much deliberate, to see how Janet would run with it!" The box set's other writer Lauren Mooney said: "Land of Fools is the Fifth Doctor in the 1980s with shades of Resurrection of the Daleks, but also a vibe of the Sylvester McCoy years. It's a proper little dystopia in a Back to the Future Part II mould, and it leads somewhere that we hope is unexpected. It's a thrill to write for this TARDIS team – the bickering, friction and lack of bonhomie gives this era such a delicious flavour of its own."
In this episode, Brian talks about some Imprint films Boxsets. This week's episode is also brought to you by the fine folks at DiabolikDVD - a great place to buy your discs from! https://www.diabolikdvd.com/ Just the Discs Now has a YouTube Channel! Check it out here and subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCffVK8TcUyjCpr0F9SpV53g Follow the Show on Twitter here for Episode previews and new Blu-ray News! https://bsky.app/profile/justthediscs.bsky.social Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: https://www.teepublic.com/user/filmmakershirts We're also on Instagram! instagram.com/justthediscspod/
Podcast for a deep examination into the career and life choices of Whoopi Goldberg. Hangin' Ten continues with a new ten-pack showcasing her best cameo appearances. Joe takes to life on the farm and starts raising pigs to win the blue ribbon contest because blue is his favorite color. Patrick walks into a normal video store but quickly learns it's a very abnormal video store. Do they have Lev's copy of 'Mega-Eggs'? Find out on this week's episode of 'What the Hell Happened to Them?' Email the cast at whathappenedtothem@gmail.com Disclaimer: This episode was recorded in May 2026. References may feel confusing and/or dated unusually quickly. 'The Little Rascals' is available Blu-ray, DVD, & VHS (if you want to pay way too much): https://www.amazon.com/Little-Rascals-Blu-ray-Travis-Tedford/dp/B07KM16S4W/ Music from "Little Rascals Theme Song" by William Ross and Leroy Shield, a capella version performed by Brandon's Booth Artwork from BJ West quixotic, united, skeyhill, vekeman, whoopi, goldberg, little, rascals, roach, children, class, babe, pigs, kidding, carrey, history, hollywood, mgm
Erik Childress and Peter Sobczynski take you through another week of physical media starting with Lawrence Kasdan's sexy directorial debut getting an upgrade. Peter discovers a 1932 crime drama worthy of a blind buy. Hollywood is front and center in films from Peter Bogdanovich and Martin Ritt. Two of the best teenage films of the 21st century are here ranging from cheerleading to lycanthropy. Provocateurs get in front of a microphone in films from Oliver Stone and Adam Rifkin. They also take a look back at two box office misfires from major filmmakers including Robert Zemeckis' breathtaking version on Man On Wire and the Wachowski's Matrix follow-up that has developed quite the following over the years.1:10 - Criterion (Body Heat (4K))16:39 - Sony (Nickelodeon, The Front (4K), The Dark Backward, The Walk (4K))1:00:52 - Kino (Night World, Swashbuckler, Talk Radio)1:29:42 - Lionsgate (Ginger Snaps 4K)1:42:13 - Universal (Bring It On (7-Movie Collection))1:49:13 - Warner (The Conjuring Universe, Speed Racer (4K))2:04:12 – New TV on Blu-ray (Fallout (Season 2) (4K), Looney Tunes Cartoons (The Complete Series), Snowpiercer (The Complete Series))2:05:28 - New Theatrical Titles On Blu-ray (Avatar: Fire & Ash (4K), Arco (4K), Scarlet (4K), The Bride! (2026) (4K), Sirat, The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist, The Napa Boys, Reminders of Him)2:07:56 – New Blu-ray AnnouncementsCLICK ON THE FILMS TO RENT OR PURCHASE AND HELP OUT THE MOVIE MADNESS PODCAST OR BUY FROM MOVIEZYNGBe sure to check outErik's Weekly Box Office Column – At Rotten TomatoesCritics' Classics Series – At Elk Grove Cinema in Elk Grove Village, ILChicago Screening Schedule - All the films coming to theaters and streamingPhysical Media Schedule - Click & Buy upcoming titles for your library.(Direct purchases help the Movie Madness podcast with a few pennies.)Erik's Linktree - Where you can follow Erik and his work anywhere and everywhere.The Movie Madness Podcast has been recognized by Million Podcasts as one of the Top 100 Best Movie Review Podcasts as well as in the Top 60 Film Festival Podcasts and Top 100 Cinephile Podcasts. MillionPodcasts is an intelligently curated, all-in-one podcast database for discovering and contacting podcast hosts and producers in your niche perfect for PR pitches and collaborations.USE COUPON “MOVIEMADNESS” TO GET 10% OFF ALL DUBBY PRODUCTSSIGN UP FOR AUDIBLE This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit erikthemovieman.substack.com
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In this episode Brian talks through a big stack of discs from Warner Archive, Film masters and more. This week's episode is also brought to you by the fine folks at DiabolikDVD - a great place to buy your discs from! https://www.diabolikdvd.com/ Just the Discs Now has a YouTube Channel! Check it out here and subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCffVK8TcUyjCpr0F9SpV53g Follow the Show on Twitter here for Episode previews and new Blu-ray News! https://bsky.app/profile/justthediscs.bsky.social Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: https://www.teepublic.com/user/filmmakershirts We're also on Instagram! instagram.com/justthediscspod/
Mrparka's Weekly Reviews and Update Week 470 (05.16.2026) (The Screaming, Angry River, Suzzanna)www.youtube.com/mrparkahttps://www.instagram.com/mrparka/https://twitter.com/mrparka00https://www.facebook.com/mrparkahttps://letterboxd.com/mrparka/https://www.patreon.com/mrparkahttps://open.spotify.com/show/2oJbmHxOPfYIl92x5g6ogKhttps://anchor.fm/mrparkahttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mrparkas-weekly-reviews-and-update-the-secret-top-10/id1615278571Time Stamps 0:00YouTube Community Strikes and BS - 0:09“The Screaming” Blu-Ray Review - 3:22“The Angry River” Review - 9:51“Sudden Fury” Blu-Ray Review - 14:28“Pact with the Forces of Darkness” and “White Crocodile Queen” Blu-Ray Reviews - 21:56/ 26:021983 “10 to Midnight” Blu-Ray Review - 30:011983 “Exterminators of the Year 3000” Blu-Ray Review - 41:18Patreon Pick “Suddenly Last Summer” Review with Bruce Holecheck - 45:42Questions/Answers/ Comments- 1:17:02Patreon Drawing - 1:19:4722 Shots of Moodz and Horror – https://www.22shotsofmoodzandhorror.com/Podcast Under the Stairs – https://tputscast.com/podcastVideo Version – Links Visual Vengeance - https://www.facebook.com/visualvenvideoThe Screaming Blu-Ray - https://mvdshop.com/products/the-screaming-visual-vengeance-collectors-edition-blu-ray-cd-blu-ray-cd88 Films - https://88-films.myshopify.com/The Angry River Blu-Ray - https://mvdshop.com/products/the-angry-river-blu-rayTreasured Films - https://www.treasuredfilms.co.uk/Gialli, Guns & Gore! The Films of Darren Ward Blu-Ray Set - https://mvdshop.com/products/giallo-guns-gore-the-films-of-darren-ward-3-disc-collectors-set-sudden-fury-a-day-of-violence-beyond-fury-blu-raySeverin Films- https://severinfilms.com/Suzzaana- Empress of Darkness - https://severinfilms.com/products/suzzanna-empress-of-darkness-3-disc-blu-ray-box-set10 to Midnight Blu-Ray - https://www.amazon.com/10-to-Midnight-Blu-ray/dp/B07J3H1DRBExterminators of the Year 3000 Blu-Ray - https://www.amazon.com/Exterminators-of-the-Year-3000-Blu-ray/dp/B00QJN33OMFilm Notes The Screaming 2000 Directed by Jeff LeroyThe Angry River 1971 Directed by Huang FengSudden Fury 1997 Directed by Darren WardPact with the Forces of Darkness 1991 Directed by Sisworo Gautama PutraWhite Crocodile Queen 1988 Directed by H. Tjut Djalil10 to Midnight 1983 Directed by J. Lee ThompsonExterminators of the Year 3000 1983 Directed by Giuliano CarnimeoSuddenly, Last Summer 1959 Directed by Joseph L. Mankiewicz
Jim and John tackle the Season 24 finale and the show's 150th story, featuring Bonnie Langford's abrupt departure, Sophie Aldred's introduction as Ace, the return of Sabalom Glitz, and one of the most infamous cliffhangers in Doctor Who history. Jim struggles to find redeeming qualities in a season he considers possibly the worst in Classic Who, while production issues and budget constraints become increasingly evident. The 150th Story Milestone: Written by Ian Briggs (who will later write fan-favorite "The Curse of Fenric"), directed by Chris Clough (completing his second "last two stories of a season" after Trial of a Time Lord). Originally pitched as story about an intergalactic shopping center owner wanting the TARDIS for the ultimate shopping experience. The BBC counted Trial of a Time Lord as one story arc, so technically this should be story 153. Andrew Cartmell brought writers into his office for collaborative discussion—closest thing to a "writer's room" Doctor Who ever had. Cartmell considered this the best story of Season 24, which Jim finds bewildering given his own assessment of the season. The Infamous Umbrella Cliffhanger: Everybody fixates on McCoy lowering himself over a parapet by his umbrella, stopping mid-descent and hanging there looking confused. The scene has become legendary for all the wrong reasons—why did he do it in the first place when he wasn't trapped? According to Briggs, the script called for the Doctor to lower himself because he was trapped with nowhere to go, and the actual cliffhanger was supposed to be the dragon appearing. The awkward execution wasn't the writer's fault. Director and production team share blame for one of the series' most criticized moments. Sophie Aldred as Ace: Cast at age 26 to play 16-year-old Ace (10 years younger than her actual age—more than Burt Ward's 6-year gap playing Robin). Actually two years older than Bonnie Langford despite playing significantly younger. Sophie auditioned for Ray in "Delta and the Bannermen" but didn't get it—worked in her favor as Ace became iconic. Character is human from late 20th century Earth who arrived on Iceworld when chemistry experiment triggered time storm in her bedroom. Uses homemade explosive "Nitro-9" and shouts "Ace!" frequently (which doesn't work for Jim). Calls the Doctor "Professor" which he tries to discourage. John admits he initially hated Ace in this story—found her annoying and grumpy, a "miserable brat." But promises a "Richter scale" shift in appreciation with the next story, suggesting maturation between seasons and genuine chemistry developing with McCoy that was absent with Mel. Bonnie Langford's Awkward Exit: Mel's departure makes no narrative sense—no setup, no telegraphing, completely out of nowhere. She suddenly decides to stay with Glitz to "keep him out of trouble" with zero romantic hints or friendship development to justify it. The farewell scene wasn't written by Briggs—it was McCoy's audition piece that he loved so much he convinced Cartmell to insert it into the script. Both later regretted this decision. Briggs washes his hands of it: "I didn't write that." Bonnie had to act opposite her replacement throughout, standing back while production sells Sophie/Ace hard, often getting relegated to the background. Classic Who pattern of treating departing companions poorly. Jim notes tiny bit of charm finally emerging between McCoy and Bonnie right at the very end—too little, too late. Bonnie's Post-Who Career: Didn't get the serious acting career she hoped Doctor Who would provide. Continued successful musical theater and light entertainment work but remained the butt of jokes for years—including a 1990s condom commercial depicting her parents with slogan "if only they'd used a condom." Public perception shifted when she appeared on "Strictly Come Dancing" (British dance competition) alongside John Barrowman. Fans hoped for Doctor Who face-off but she was injured during rehearsal and had to withdraw; Barrowman voted out shortly after. Her bravery with the injury softened public opinion—now considered a "national treasure" in Britain. This is why she was brought back for New Who, not just fan service. The Glitz Problem: Tony Selby returns as Sabalom Glitz—JNT read the script, liked having Tony Selby (who was "hot" at the time appearing on other British TV), and suggested using Glitz instead of similar character. Glitz owns the Nosferatu (referenced in Trial of a Time Lord). Jim couldn't stand Glitz's hair. Compares him to Star Trek's Cyrano Jones/Harry Mudd. Softened for this story, lost whatever bite he had before. No chemistry with anyone—not Ace, not the Doctor. Tony Selby passed away in 2021 at age 83. In New Who, Mel references traveling with "Sabalom Glitz" until he was 107, slipped on a bottle, cracked his head and died. She returned to Earth by "hopping on a Zingo" (running joke—no one knows what a Zingo is). Kane and the Ice World Setting: Edward Peel plays Kane, the villain who controls Iceworld trading colony on dark side of planet Svartos. His touch is so cold it can kill. Marks employees with his symbol iced into their flesh. Basically "Mr. Freeze redux" per Jim. Kane is half of Kane-Xana criminal gang from planet Proamon. Xana killed herself to avoid arrest; Kane was exiled to cold dark side of Svartos. Iceworld is actually a spacecraft—the "treasure" is a crystal that activates the ship to end his exile. Kane's head-melting death scene well-executed (reminds Jim of Star Trek TNG's "Conspiracy" but actually inspired by Toht/Belloq melting in Raiders of the Lost Ark). Jim wishes they'd lingered on the effect a second or two longer—it was actually done well. Patricia Quinn as Belazs: The only character Jim cared about in Part One. Reminded him strongly of Glynis Johns. Plays officer who realizes Kane won't release her, tries to escape, attempts to overthrow Kane by raising temperature in his chambers. Patricia Quinn interviewed on Blu-ray—now a British Duchess with purple hair, incredibly eccentric despite aristocratic status. Behind the Sofa caught her looking off-camera for cue cards "like a Saturday Night Live skit." Belazs killed by Kane, goes out "like a chump" when Jim thought she deserved to be the one to dispatch Kane. New lackeys introduced in Part 3 waste screen time that could have developed her character better. The Derivative Dragon: Jim catalogs extensive borrowing from other sci-fi properties: Dragon is blatant Alien/Aliens ripoff—H.R. Giger's xenomorph design copied almost exactly (long thin arms, fingers, back protrusions, head shape like Alien Queen) Described as "biomechanoid" (Giger's biomechanical design philosophy) Superman Fortress of Solitude hologram crystal stolen wholesale—hologram woman appears to conveniently explain backstory exactly like Lex Luthor scene in Superman II Alien tracker guns copied from Aliens (complete with "it should be right on us" suspense) Zombies added to cliché pile Jim notes the show stopped ripping off Star Wars and moved on to Alien franchise and Superman movies. This is "perhaps never more" derivative than in this story. Production and Budget Collapse: "Batman Season 3 worthy sets"—budget clearly ran out by season's end. Station sets not impressive, doesn't sell the Ice World concept. Model of planet surface done well, but interior sets very lacking. Shot brightest possible lights, no atmosphere or mystery. Dragon walks around "like a costume character at Disney World." Almost entirely studio-bound with minimal location work. Cliffhanger at end of Part 2 "one of the most horribly dull ever"—Kane just declares "the dragonfire shall be mine" with no tension whatsoever. The McCoy Problem Continues: Jim still doesn't know who McCoy's Doctor is. An engaging Doctor can carry even poor stories (citing Colin Baker), but McCoy isn't doing that. Not a force within the show, just reacting. Both McCoy and Mel "treading water" all season. This is McCoy's "freshman year" but with a producer trying to rebuild without reaching out to anything—soft reboot that plays it safe with half the budget. Jim sees all the tropes and clichés but not innovation. Brief moment of crankiness when McCoy yells "SILENCE!" at the girls—is this the temperamental side promised? Tiny bit of charm emerges at very end with Mel but too late. No chemistry with Bonnie throughout until final seconds. John's thesis: "These three seasons walked so New Who could run." Season 24 feels like desperate attempt to make it a kids' show again but dumbing it down ("Uncle Miltie's Carnival of Fun"). Philosophy discussion scene interesting but "puts everyone in the audience asleep." Cast Notes: Tony Osoba (Kracauer) played Lan in "Destiny of the Daleks," returns in New Who episode "Kill the Moon" Sharon Duce (customer with milkshake dumped on her) was the camper killed by Ogri in "Stones of Blood" (the scene that scandalized Jim and John for depicting unmarried relations) Little girl Stellar played by Miranda Borman—wearing a dress Bonnie Langford wore at that age for a role. Hosts wonder if this was a stage mother situation Large cast overall—perhaps one of the largest in Doctor Who history The Cartmell Philosophy: Andrew Cartmell doesn't like interior TARDIS scenes, so "we're not gonna see the console room much moving forward." Jim outraged: "That's inane... good writing doesn't drag a scene down." Lost opportunities for insightful TARDIS interactions between Doctor and companions. Fandom Division: By end of Season 24, fandom most divided over show's direction. Fanzine DWB went on crusade to get JNT sacked—he considered suing but BBC told him to leave it. BBC willing to let him go after 25th season (which he wanted to see through) but he stayed on longer than that. Jim's Season Assessment: Can't think of another time the show has felt this low overall. Rough, a slog. Still not sure who McCoy is as a Doctor. Compares unfavorably to Colin Baker era—at least Colin was consistent and worth watching even in poor stories. Sees Season 24 as show desperately wanting spunky girl companion (keeps trying over and over) but not knowing what to do with them when they get one (Mel being prime example). Both agree it's not a good way to end the season. Coming Up Next: Patreon Exclusive 170: Music selection, Season 24 retrospective, at least one Season 25 spoiler for Jim, comic strip reviews of "Redemption" and "The Crossroads of Time" (both one-parters), and Memory TARDIS wheel spin. Hiatus Special (Patreon early): "Wartime" shorts featuring the return of Sergeant Benton with the interesting behind-the-scenes story of how this fan production came to be (approximately 30-35 minutes). (Main feed) BBC audio drama "Slipback" with Colin Baker and Nicola Bryant. Hashtags: #DoctorWho #Dragonfire #150thStory #SylvesterMcCoy #SeventhDoctor #BonnieLangford #Mel #SophieAldred #Ace #SabalomGlitz #TonySelby #Season24Finale #KaneTheVillain #UmbrellaCliffhanger #PatriciaQuinn #IanBriggs #ChrisClough #ClassicWho #CompanionDeparture #NewCompanion #ProductionProblems #BudgetIssues #DoctorWhoPodcast
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An in-depth conversation about director John Singleton, the subject of Criterion's new Hood Trilogy box set.
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Ben is once again joined by John Grace from the Midnight Movie Cowboys to review Shogun's Shadow (1989), starring Ken Ogata and Sonny Chiba. The Searchers love to dig into foreign cinema, especially Japan's, so it was a no brainer. So what started as a listener request turned into another collab on obscure (ish) cinema, which is what we do here as you already know. We touch upon the film's 2022 Blu-ray release thanks to Shout Factory (now on GRUV), who were generous enough to post a free copy on their YouTube page: Here, for which we are most grateful. In addition, we discuss Toei's reputation for selling rights to films in the west, Sonny Chiba's career, Hong Kong action films, Corey Yuen, Hideo Gosha, Bruce Lee, and a whole lot more tangential topics. Does this Sonny Chiba film hold up? Did a horse explode during the production of this movie? Will Ben's mic ever truly work properly? Well.. Listen and find out! Submit your mailbags to us at thesearcherspodcast@gmail.com. Thank you. Please rate us a 5/5, and review us on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to us. Follow us on Letterboxd.com if you'd like to see what we've recently watched. Ben, Chris, & Kevin Our episode catalogue: https://searchersfilmpodcast.podbean.com/ MMC's website John's Letterboxd
Phil and Emily are joined by film critic, screenwriter, and Hip Pocket podcast host Drew McWeeny to discuss Where the Wild Things Are (2009), the Spike Jonze adaptation of Maurice Sendak's 85-word picture book that cost roughly $100 million, barely broke even, got one Blu-ray release, and has been sitting in a strange kind of limbo ever since.Drew has been close to this film longer than almost anyone outside the production. He saw a rough cut in Pasadena before a single effects shot was completed, got a personal call from Legendary Pictures founder Thomas Tull asking for his honest reaction, and later sat down with Spike Jonze himself for two hours as the film fought to find its finish line. Phil thinks it's a miracle it exists at all. Emily finds it formally audacious and sometimes frustrating in equal measure. Drew thinks it's a great film. He also thinks it might not be a film for children.The three dig into the full production story, from the Jim Henson Company's 50-pound creature heads that got scrapped six weeks before filming to Spike's decision to shoot everything handheld with no green screens and no tracking dots on any of the creatures. They talk about why James Gandolfini was the perfect choice for Carol, what the voice cast recorded running around a black box theater instead of isolated booths, and what it means to watch this movie as a parent who has been the angry one in the room.This episode wraps up the show's Spike Jonze and Charlie Kaufman miniseries, following Adaptation and Synecdoche, New York.Follow the show and guests:Podcast Like It's 2000s — https://www.instagram.com/podcastlikeits2000sPhil Iscove — https://www.instagram.com/pmiscoveEmily St. James — https://www.instagram.com/emilystjamsDrew McWeeny — https://www.instagram.com/drewmcweeny
Justin and Chuck venture into the hauntingly charming world of Over the Garden Wall, exploring the series' hand-painted animation, eerie autumn atmosphere, unforgettable characters like Wirt, Greg, Beatrice, and the mysterious Woodsman. From the pumpkin-filled streets of Pottsfield to the unforgettable steamboat frog performance, they break down the episodes, hidden details, and lingering questions that make the miniseries so rewatchable. Blending humor, nostalgia, and deep discussion, they debate the story's darker themes, shocking twists, and whether the Unknown is purgatory, a dream, or something even stranger. They also talk physical media, why the Blu-ray is worth owning, and why this spooky seasonal classic continues to resonate with both kids and adults. Hosted by Justin Morgan Co-hosted by Charles Phillips Mixing and Music by Scratchin' Menace Follow us on Facebook and Bluesky for updates. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and all major platforms. Please subscribe, rate, and review. We appreciate the support!
Oh no! Look who's Rollin' into town! It's Eileen Daly in Jake West's Razor Blade Smile! It's Clint Eastwood in the Dollars Trilogy! And....it's Jean Rollin with The Living Dead Girl ! (Zzzz...) Plus Michael Winner's The Nightcomers and mini-reviews of titles including Another Time, Another Place, Maroc 7, and The Man Who Haunted Himself. Find out what Shameful Steve and the Bloodhound saw at Forbidden Worlds festival in Bristol! Plus a sneak peek at Eureka's July lineup — a DEFA fairy tales box set headlined by The Singing Ringing Tree — and a tease of next week's deep dive into Dario Argento's Suspiria.As ever, John 'Tiberius' Kirk - the Blu-ray Bloodhound - and Shameful Steve survey the new and upcoming releases in physical media.#Hammer! #Arrowvideo #Indicator #Powerhouse #88films #BFI #Criterion #TreasuredFilms #RadianceFilms #TransmissionVideo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
BluEnergies (BLUGF) CEO Craig Steinke on why Big Oil is rushing into West Africa… the company's "multibillion-barrel" opportunity, legendary leadership, and TotalEnergies (TTE) partnership… And catalysts for the stock over the next 12 months. In this episode: Why Big Oil is rushing into West Africa right now [1:10] CEO Craig Steinke on BluEnergies' (BLUGF) "multibillion-barrel" opportunity [4:47] The key to BlueEnergies' success: A major early-mover advantage [8:08] A game-changing partnership with one of the supermajors [12:07] This legendary mining exec is backing BluEnergies [15:24] Catalysts for the stock over the next 12 months [18:52] An all-star management team aligned with shareholders [23:26] Disclosure Statement in Compliance with Section 17(b) of the Securities Act Curzio Research, Inc. (CRI) is a communication and marketing company that provides services to BluEnergies Ltd (TSXV.BLU), a publicly traded company (the "Company"), including awareness and engagement or opinions on the Company. Compensation CRI receives compensation from the Company in the amount of two hundred fifty thousand dollars over a two-month period from April 15, 2026 through June 15, 2026. However, this compensation is not contingent upon any specific opinions or recommendations being issued, and no price targets are set by CRI. All reports are intended to reflect the independent views of those preparing them. As required by Section 17(b) of the Securities Act of 1933, CRI hereby discloses this compensation arrangement, which may result in potential conflicts of interest. Investors should be aware that compensation has been provided by the Company to CRI who is preparing any reports or opinions. You can read the full disclosure here: https://curzio.me/bluenergies-disclosure. Did you like this episode? Get more Wall Street Unplugged FREE each week in your inbox. Sign up here: https://curzio.me/syn_wsu Find Wall Street Unplugged podcast… --Curzio Research App: https://curzio.me/syn_app --iTunes: https://curzio.me/syn_wsu_i --Stitcher: https://curzio.me/syn_wsu_s --Website: https://curzio.me/syn_wsu_cat Follow Frank… X: https://curzio.me/syn_twt Facebook: https://curzio.me/syn_fb LinkedIn: https://curzio.me/syn_li
Cory usually brings the funk, but today he's got the punk with a pair of movies that warped his young mind way back in the 80s. And he's also brining along film historian and commentary track superstar Marc Edward Heuck in an episode we call CORY'S PUNK ROCK AND SHOCK TIL YOU DROP! (Or at least that's what Bob called it when he hyped it in our last episode.) Cory's first pick is LADIES AND GENTLEMEN, THE FABULOUS STAINS (1982--kinda), a movie most of us discovered on USA Network's glorious NIGHT FLIGHT in the mid-80s. This movie about a defiant girl punk band getting out of their shitty mill town inspired L7 and Bikini Kill to start bands, and even Jon Bon Jovi cites it as an influence. JBJ notwithstanding, our world would be a crappier place without it. Marc contributed two commentary tracks to the excellent new Fun City Editions 4K UHD and Blu-ray release so he will tell you all about the movie that Paramount could not keep down. Then, the Mystic Knights of the Oingo Boingo capture their crazed stage show in the surreal PHANTOM ZONE (1980). And if that wasn't enough, they added Hervé Villechaize and Susan Tyrrell as the king and queen to make it even weirder. Streaming on Roku, Tubi, Plex and more. In the intro segment, Marc tells us what it's like to record commentary tracks, Bob talks about the wonders of digital broadcast with all the MeTVs there, and Cory and Philena extol the virtues of low-budget TV jingles. Get the new Fun City Edition FABULOUS STAINS disc at https://www.funcityeditions.com/shop/p/fabulousstainsslipbox Marc Edward Heuck has been kicked off of Twitter so follow him on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/meheuck.bsky.social Hosts: Cory Sklar, Philena Franklin and Bob Calhoun. Greg is on assignment. OMFYS Theme Song and "Get in Line" courtesy of Chaki the Funk Wizard. Order Chaki's new LP, FROM LA TO THE BAY on 12" VINYL at chaki.bandcamp.com/album/from-l-a-to-the-bay-2 Trailer and other archival audio via archive.org. "Scratching Teeth" by JHS Pedals via YouTube Audio Library Web: www.oldmoviesforyoungstoners.com Instagram/Facebook (Meta): oldmoviesforyoungstoners Bluesky: @oldmoviesystoners.bsky.social Contact: oldmoviesforyoungstoners@gmail.com NEXT EPISODE: GRAVE ROBBERS FROM HOLLYWOOD with PLAN 9 FROM OUTER SPACE (1958). Subscribe on your favorite podcast app so you don't miss it!
In this episode, Brian talks about recent discs from Radiance, 88 Films, Eureka, Cult Epics and more! This week's episode is also brought to you by the fine folks at DiabolikDVD - a great place to buy your discs from! https://www.diabolikdvd.com/ Just the Discs Now has a YouTube Channel! Check it out here and subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCffVK8TcUyjCpr0F9SpV53g Follow the Show on Twitter here for Episode previews and new Blu-ray News! https://bsky.app/profile/justthediscs.bsky.social Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: https://www.teepublic.com/user/filmmakershirts We're also on Instagram! instagram.com/justthediscspod/
Kerry and Collin invite you to board CMA flight #160 and experience the TURBULENCE! This 1997 thriller stars a go-for-broke Ray Liotta as a maniac hell-bent on crashing a plane and Lauren Holly as the flight attendant who must land the 747 on her own. The Christmas decor on display here rivals any Hallmark movie you've seen and might even be a little dangerous. does Brendan Gleeson pull off a southern drawl? Are plastic soap dispenser tubes just as deadly as metallic ones? Does Lauren Holly pull off being an action hero? Is that even her main function here? All that, plus a look at the latest and greatest in physical media with the Blu-ray Gift Exchange. Go to MovieZyng to start or continue your DVD/blu-ray/4K collection. Visit collinsouter.com RogerEbert.com Follow Collin and Kerry on Letterboxd. Blu-rays covered: Criterion: Monty Python's Life of Brian - 4K (1979) Warner: Over The Garden Wall (2014) Private Benjamin (1980) Monogram Matinee Double Feature: Louisiana & Song On the Range (1947 & 1944, respectively) Sony: Moneyball (2008) Universal: Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die (2026) Lionsgate: Dust Bunny (2026) FilmMasters: White Zombie (1932)
Join Craig & Mezza (& Grae) as they chat with Tim Sidwell - about his recollections on the "With Friends From the Orchestra" era of Marillion - including Tim's memories of the Cardiff gig that he filmed for Blu-ray. Later in the episode the guys catch up with James Levey - band archivist - who gives his take on the album - as well as some insight into what tracks were considered for the album. The 3 episode look back at the "With Friends..." album concludes with Planet Marzipan listener comments and views, from our Facebook group.
Jim and John find common ground after their Paradise Towers divide, both celebrating the three-part structure as potentially perfect for Doctor Who storytelling. The story features 1950s nostalgia, holiday camp hijinks, and Stubby Kaye from Guys and Dolls. The Relief Factor: After Paradise Towers' evisceration, John feared the worst. Jim's verdict: "It's no Paradise Towers" (thankfully). Discussion of whether you can go lower than a 1 rating and what "having a nice time" means for Doctor Who evaluation. Three Parts: The Perfect Length?: Extended discussion of whether three episodes might be the ideal Doctor Who story format. They've said it before but only really had one three-parter to judge by (Planet of Giants). Jim credits the economy of three parts for helping this story—nothing wasted, though some backstory needed filling in. Question raised: why not make the entire 14-episode season consistent lengths instead of mixing two four-parters with two three-parters? Production Context: Written by Malcolm Kohll (first Doctor Who story). Directed by Chris Clough (Terror of the Vervoids, Ultimate Foe, upcoming Dragonfire, Happiness Patrol, Silver Nemesis). Original title: "The Flight of the Chimeron." Shot almost entirely on location at Butlin's Barry Island holiday camp in Wales (rats forced crew to abandon staying there after two nights). Interior shots done first for once because next story (Dragonfire) is entirely in studio. Ken Dodd (intergalactic tollmaster) took role to dig at tax revenue service investigating him—they discovered over £300,000 unclaimed in his home but he was acquitted. The Stubby Kaye Question: Jim's jaw-dropping moment: recognizing Stubby Kaye from Guys and Dolls (Nicely Nicely Johnson, "Sit Down You're Rocking the Boat"). He was 69 in 1987, 32 when the Broadway show opened in 1950, 37 in the 1955 film. Extended discussion of how an American actor wound up in Doctor Who—was he living in England? Did he do multiple British productions? Also appeared in Who Framed Roger Rabbit the following year as voice of editor. Paired with Morgan Deare (American actor) whose "terrible" accent made Jim think he was British doing bad American Southern/Western accent. Both actors somewhat superfluous to story. Weissmuller and Hawk characters had larger role in uncut version involving the satellite subplot. The Ray Factor: Sarah Griffiths as Ray was being tested as potential new companion because Bonnie Langford was thinking of leaving. Sophie Aldred auditioned for this role but didn't get it—instead cast as Ace for next story, which worked in her favor. Jim didn't identify Ray as potential companion (first time in long time he missed that cue). Malcolm Kohll created character but signed waiver making her BBC property since JNT/Cartmel came up with basic idea of girl who could fix anything with right tool. Lynn Gardner was original actress but injured herself practicing motorcycle riding, so Sarah Griffiths got role. McCoy Development Moments: John identifies key character growth: McCoy showing appreciation for simple things like Burton the camp director's life. Monologue to Gavrok about life defeating those who deal in death—Jim thought this might be quotable Doctor speech. Jim still waiting for something to quantify McCoy as distinct from previous six Doctors: The Interspecies Romance: Billy drinks Chimeron nutrient solution to become one of Delta's people so he can leave with her and the princess to restart the race. The Villain Problem: Gavrok (Don Henderson, who was General Tagge in original Star Wars) and Bannermen lack clear motivation. Backstory existed but cut for time: Bannermen invaded Chimeron homeworld because they'd made ecological mess of their own worlds. Mel Forgotten: By final action sequence, Mel almost completely absent. Stands holding Bannerman weapon in macho pose at end "as if she had a big part in rounding up those guys" but didn't. Bonnie's decision to leave not story-based but timing: "never intended to be long-term player, felt it was right time to go." Only 20 episodes across six stories makes her one of briefest companions. Didn't do convention circuit until last 15-20 years; now enthusiastic about return in New Who. Production Details: Chimeron baby played by 3-4 different children (teenage princess not interviewed for Blu-ray despite being old enough) Green makeup question: females outgrow green skin? Delta has "very slight greenish cast" only visible at end Baby in green onesie looks ridiculous Effects with bus and TARDIS "pretty bad" but Bannermen ship landing "nicely done" Loved the vintage bus itself (appropriate for 1959) Beekeeper character adds to already massive cast Final shot: beekeeper's impish grin as TARDIS disappears (Chris Clough will repeat this in Dragonfire) Cast and Crew Favorite: Despite acknowledging it's not a great story, cast and crew enjoyed nostalgia of 50s holiday camps and had fun making it. Ratings consistent: 5.3, 5.1, 5.4. The Cartmel Philosophy: Andrew Cartmel doesn't like interior TARDIS scenes so "we're not gonna see the console room much moving forward." Jim outraged: "inane... good writing doesn't drag a scene down." Discussion of lost opportunities for insightful TARDIS interactions. The New Who Question: Public call-out asking if listeners want them to continue past TV Movie into New Who (Eccleston era). Multiple positive responses received. Shag's thoughtful response: only continue if you find joy in it, not worth 20 years of episodes without happiness. John notes RTD1 was "glorious time for Doctor Who" with fandom mostly united (unlike RTD2 era). Discussion of callbacks, slow beginning like Star Trek TNG's moratorium on mentioning Vulcans. Both agree putting themselves in companion's shoes helps—did they feel sad leaving this world? Yes for Delta, unlike Paradise Towers. Coming Up Next: Monday on Patreon Feed - Music, Memory TARDIS and a look at the first Sylvester McCoy appearance in the comics with "A Cold Day in Hell". Friday on Patreon Feed (Monday for the main feed) - Season 24 finale, "Dragonfire" - the introduction of Ace, which John will narrate. 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In this episode of Podcast Under the Stairs, we turn our attention to the sci-fi horror-comedy Cold Storage, a fast-paced, fungus-fuelled creature feature packed with B-movie thrills, dark humour, and plenty of gloopy gore. Blending elements of horror, comedy and sci-fi, the film comes from writer David Koepp (Jurassic Park, Mission: Impossible, Spider-Man) and director Jonny Campbell (Dracula), delivering a high-energy genre mash-up that's as chaotic as it is entertaining.STUDIOCANAL bring Cold Storage to home audiences with a Home Premiere release on 6th April 2026, where it will be available to buy or rent digitally. This is followed by a physical release on 11th May 2026, landing on 4K, Blu-ray and DVD. For collectors, there's also a limited HMV Exclusive 4K edition, featuring alternate artwork and a set of four art cards, capped at just 1,000 copies.As a special bonus, this episode also features an exclusive interview with director Jonny Campbell. We chat about bringing Cold Storage to the screen, working with such a strong cast, navigating tone in horror-comedy, and his journey as a filmmaker leading up to this release.The grading follows the Netflix rating style of 1 = Hated It, 2 = Didn't Like It, 3 = Liked It, 4 = Really Liked It & 5 = Loved ItCold Storage:Duncan: 3Thanks to Studio Canal & Fetch PR for the review copy of this movie and setting up the interview with Johnny Campbell.Our new RSS Feed: https://anchor.fm/s/13ba6ef0/podcast/rssCheck out the show on Anchor, iTunes, TuneIn & on Stitcher Radio.Please leave us feedback on iTunes, podcastunderthestairs@gmail.com and follow us on Facebook.TIMECODE COLD STORAGE REVIEW00:00:00 Intro 00:02:52 Interview with Johnny Campbell00:16:05 Cold Storage Review00:25:27 Closing
Episode 291Welcome to May—and to a brand-new season of the M3P Podcast.With WrestleMania 42 now in the rearview mirror, Gregg returns to the front porch for another classic M3P hangout. It's two old friends settling back into the rhythm that built this place—part nostalgia trip, part pop culture deep dive, and all heart.This episode is packed with everything we love:Our frustrating Free Comic Book Day adventures and why this year's haul came up shortThoughts on the upcoming Michael biopic and how the movie theater experience keeps changing in 2026Our personal Top 10 favorite Michael Jackson songs of all timeA new update on the ever-evolving Marvel Rivals binder projectA full recap and review of Book One of Dungeon Crawler Carl—a hilarious, chaotic, and surprisingly emotional rideThe return of our Physical Media segment, celebrating DVDs, Blu-rays, and why owning your favorites still mattersReactions to the latest round of WWE releases and what could be next for the talent involvedAnd in the main event, we tackle one of the ultimate nostalgia questions:What movie scene traumatized you as a kid?From nightmare-inducing villains to scenes we definitely watched way too young, we revisit the cinematic moments that scared, shocked, and permanently embedded themselves into our childhood memories.If you grew up in the 80s, 90s, or early 2000s, this episode is a time machine packed with pop culture, nostalgia, and the kind of conversations that only happen in your Third Place.Listen to the Late Night Crip Talk - Two Crippled Homies joining forces to help others spread awareness about the ins and outs of what it is like to live a life with a disability.Check out these delicious treats from Cakes and More By Sabrina. Fulltime home baker. Let her be your cake lady.Listen to other amazing podcasters or just hang out with our amazing network by following our socials. For more on that check us out at.linktree.com/m3pnetwork
ose and I love doing movie commentaries, but we have run out of films to cover! The series "Commentary on Clive's Contemporaries" allows us to look in the background and see what movies were happening when these Clive Barker movies and sequels were being made. We choose a range of movies, and you, the listeners, vote for which one we cover. This series was sponsored by our listeners in the 2025 Kickstarter Campaign, Clive Barker Podcast Presents Fundraiser 11 : The Patron Configuration and covers a range of years from 1973 (Salome) to 2024 (Night of the Zoopocalypse) and beyond. So Far 1973 — The Forbidden VS. Enter the Dragon 1978 — Salome Vs. Invasion of the Body Snatchers 1985 — Transmutations VS. Silver Bullet 1986 – Rawhead Rex VS. Big Trouble In Little China Commentary: 1986 – Big Trouble In Little China 1h 39m Directed by John Carpenter Written by Gary Goldman, David Z. Weinstein, W.D. Richter Show Notes Behind the Scenes Music Video The Temple of the Killer Tiger Monkeys Podcast Features Hellraiser cast and James Pax (Lightning) And this podcast, having no beginning will have no end. web www.clivebarkercast.com Apple Podcasts, Android, Amazon Music, Spotify, Pandora, Libsyn, Tunein, iHeart Radio, Pocket Casts, Radio.com, and YouTube and Facebook: | BarkerCast Listeners Group | Occupy Midian BlueSky | Reddit | Discord Community Support the show Buy Our Book: The BarkerCast Interviews Occupy Midian Hardcover | Kindle | Apple Become a Patreon Patron | Buy a T-Shirt Music is by Ray Norrish All Links and show notes in their Entirety can be found at https://www.clivebarkercast.com AI Overview Ryan and José conducted a detailed analysis and discussion of the 1986 film "Big Trouble in Little China" as part of their Clive Barker podcast series focused on comparing Clive Barker's films with contemporary works. They examined the film's production, including its $100,000 Guardian creature puppet, visual effects by Richard Edlund and Steve Johnson, and the Fox backlot sets used for filming. The hosts discussed the film's characters, particularly James Hong's performance as Lopan, and analyzed key scenes including the supernatural battles and optical effects. They compared the film favorably to previous episodes' selections like "Rawhead Rex" and "Transmutations," concluding that "Big Trouble in Little China" was more entertaining and well-executed. The podcast included technical difficulties with Ryan's Blu-ray player and audio issues, but they managed to complete their thorough analysis of the film's narrative structure, special effects, and cultural significance. Clive Barker Podcast Discussion Ryan and José discussed their podcast episode focusing on Clive Barker's Contemporary Commentaries for 1986, where they selected Big Trouble in Little China for comparison with Barker's film. They reflected on previous comparisons, with José favoring Enter the Dragon over The Forbidden and both preferring Salome over Invasion of the Body Snatchers. The conversation ended with them preparing to discuss Big Trouble in Little China after the opening 20th Century Fox logo. Big Trouble in Little China Analysis José and Ryan discussed the film Big Trouble in Little China, focusing on its reception as a flop at the time of release despite now being considered one of John Carpenter's best movies. They analyzed the character dynamics, particularly how Jack Burton's story takes a backseat to Wang's narrative, and discussed the film's unique blend of grounded and fantasy elements. The conversation also covered the film's production history, including casting considerations and a 2014 comic book continuation that picks up where the film ends. Big Trouble in Little China Analysis Ryan and José discussed the film "Big Trouble in Little China," focusing on its action sequences, characters, and supernatural elements. They analyzed specific scenes, including the extended ending with the red Camaro and the fight sequences involving different gangs. José noted the film's stylized aspects and questioned the realism of certain scenes, while both discussed the film's supernatural villains and their abilities. They also reflected on their childhood experiences watching the movie and its cultural impact. Big Trouble in Little China Discussion José and Ryan discussed the movie "Big Trouble in Little China," focusing on various aspects including character details, special effects, cinematography, and music. They explored specific plot points, such as the roles of characters like Jack Burton, Gracie Law, and Miao Yin, as well as the movie's use of animation and sets. José noted the film's great cinematography and mentioned being tired after landscaping, while both highlighted the movie's engaging elements and memorable scenes. Movie Analysis and Visual Effects José and Ryan discussed various aspects of a movie, focusing on its visual effects, plot elements, and comparisons to other John Carpenter films. They analyzed specific scenes, including the use of green fire, supernatural creatures, and the movie's mix of styles. The conversation also touched on the cinematography, the character EggShen, and the movie's tone compared to other films in the series. Movie Special Effects Discussion José and Ryan discussed the special effects and makeup in the movie, including the connection between it and Lord of Illusions through Steve Johnson. They compared it to Silver Bullet, concluding that Silver Bullet was better despite Gary Busey's presence in Transmutations. The conversation also covered production details like the sloping corridor set and optical effects used in the movie. Film Location and Production Planning José and Ryan discussed filming locations, noting that costs and logistics led to filming at the Fox Backlot in LA instead of San Francisco. They analyzed various movie scenes, including action sequences, character dynamics, and set details, while also discussing the technical aspects of water and bullet effects in filmmaking. The conversation included references to other films and characters, and they explored ideas for creating graphics comparing monsters from different movies. Big Trouble in Little China Analysis José and Ryan discussed various aspects of the film "Big Trouble in Little China," including specific scenes, character backgrounds, and production details. They analyzed the film's tropes, such as the door scene, and discussed deleted scenes and the roles of actors like Kim Cattrall and Dennis Dun. The conversation also touched on the film's set design, miniatures, and monsters, as well as the background of the music video for "Dolly Dagger" featuring James Hong. Movie Production Discussion Meeting José and Ryan discussed various aspects of a movie, including character backgrounds, plot details, and special effects. They talked about actors' roles, such as Susie Pai's transition from cheerleading to modeling and acting, and Carter Wong's casting due to his Thai boxing skills. They also analyzed specific scenes, props, and effects, including the Bog of Eternal Stench and the Guardian puppet, noting the significant effort and cost involved in creating certain elements. Movie Effects and Production Analysis José and Ryan discussed various aspects of a movie, focusing on specific scenes, special effects, and the making of certain elements. They analyzed the fight sequences, visual effects like the Guardian monster, and noted the use of animatronics and remote-controlled elements. They also commented on the cartoony nature of some scenes and the challenges of creating certain effects within budget constraints. Big Trouble in Little China Discussion José and Ryan discussed the movie Big Trouble in Little China, analyzing its special effects, characters, and story elements. They compared it to other horror films like Rawhead Rex and Hellraiser, expressing a preference for Big Trouble in Little China. The conversation then shifted to planning future content, including a Book Club of Blood discussion on The Body Politic and potential 1987 horror movie selections for voting. They also briefly discussed the use of AI in content creation and its impact on documentary-style videos.
David, Trevor and guest William Remmers wrap up their coverage of the set to talk about THE SMILING LIEUTENANT and ONE HOUR WITH YOU.
The shelves are groaning under the weight of all our new Blu-ray purchases, so it's time for another of our Unwrapped episodes, where we punish each other for our buying habits. It's The Wraith, Paranormal Activity: The Marked Ones, and The Black Pit of Dr. M on this episode of Attack of the Killer Podcast! Listen & subscribe wherever you get your podcasts or go to http://www.aotkp.com Connect with the show: Become an Official Attacker: http://jointheattackers.com/ Visit our website: http://www.attackofthekillerpodcast.com/ Like us on https://www.facebook.com/attackofthekillerpodcast Follow us on https://twitter.com/AotKP Follow us on https://tiktok.com/@attackofthekiller Follow us on https://www.instagram.com/attackofthekillerpodcast/ Follow us on https://www.threads.net/@attackofthekillerpodcast Subscribe on https://www.youtube.com/attackofthekillerpodcast Join us on https://www.aotkp.com/discord Support the show at https://www.patreon.com/aotkp/posts Lastly, check out all the amazing shows at http://thepfpn.com
It's part 2 of our Goku Midnight Eye watch with hosts Dennis, Garrett, Ed, and Kate. With Goku getting used to his new eye powers, he's put to the ultimate test when Ryoko needs his help to find her brother. Other talking points include barrier powers, a monocycle gang, Red-Eyes White Dragon, brother-son, and interdimensional missile. 0:00:00 - Intro & Some Anime News 0:12:09 - The Watchlist 0:32:25 - Garrett Catches up with Goku Midnight Eye 1 0:35:49 - Ryoko, Femme Fatale 0:55:04 - Bara Barrier 1:09:47 - The Batmobile Lost a Wheel 1:30:28 - Voices, Final Thoughts, & Kanpai Thanks to a generous Ko-Fi donation in choosing to watch Goku Midnight Eye for the podcast. You too can support the show by donating to our Ko-Fi through the link below or purchasing Goku Midnight Eye on Blu-ray through our Amazon affiliate link: https://amzn.to/4mDfVDy Dennis: @ichnob | Ed: @ippennokuinashi | Garrett: @blkriku | Kate: @taikochan Linktr.ee | Ko-Fi | RSS
David and Trevor are joined by William Remmers to discuss THE LOVE PARADE and MONTE CARLO, the first two films in this reissued set of classic Pre-Code musical comedies.
In this episode, Brian talks about some recent arrivals from Imprint Films and ViaViasion from Australia (including some 4Ks). Check out Imprint Films Here: https://viavision.com.au/collections/imprint-films?srsltid=AfmBOorbxetpTt-I0Jv3DoduoLTdthRjT_DlFUkAkwYAke_Z8RGnYQHW This week's episode is also brought to you by the fine folks at DiabolikDVD - a great place to buy your discs from! https://www.diabolikdvd.com/ Just the Discs Now has a YouTube Channel! Check it out here and subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCffVK8TcUyjCpr0F9SpV53g Follow the Show on Twitter here for Episode previews and new Blu-ray News! https://bsky.app/profile/justthediscs.bsky.social Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: https://www.teepublic.com/user/filmmakershirts We're also on Instagram! instagram.com/justthediscspod/
This week, Coach, Blu, and Wendell discussed deeper concepts of recovery by answering questions you, the listener, submitted. Please join Addict to Athlete's Patreon support page and help us turn the mess of addiction into the message of sobriety!https://www.patreon.com/addicttoathleteFor more information on Team Addict to Athlete and Addiction Recovery Podcasts please visit our website.https://www.AddictToAthlete.org
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On this week's show we look into how your TV may be spying on you so that manufacturers can profit off of what you watch. We also read your emails and take a look at the week's news. News: Roku eclipses 100 million streaming households Paramount chief: We'll preserve 45-day theatrical window Dolby ATMOS coming to OTA TV Smart TVs Spy on What You Watch and Profit From Your Data Last week we read a news story about how some Smart TVs install apps that use your IP address and bandwidth to scrape the Internet to feed AI models. And if that isn't enough to make you want to disconnect your TV from the Internet, smart TVs from nearly every major brand are actively spying on exactly what you watch—whether it's cable, streaming apps like Netflix, over-the-air broadcasts, Blu-ray discs, or even content from a laptop, game console, or phone connected via HDMI. They do this through a built-in technology called Automatic Content Recognition (ACR) that takes frequent screenshots and audio fingerprints of what you are watching. Then, using the data, the content is identified, and detailed viewing information is sent back to the manufacturer's servers. This isn't occasional tracking; studies show Samsung TVs send data roughly every minute and LG every 15 seconds, even when you're using the TV purely as a monitor for personal photos, videos, or work. The result is a highly detailed profile of your watching habits that gets turned into cash. How ACR Spying Works ACR software runs in the background on most smart TVs. Manufacturers then build individual or household viewer profiles. In addition to Samsung and LG, Sony, Vizio, TCL, Hisense, Roku TVs, and others also use ACR software to build user profiles. How They Make Revenue From Your Viewing Data TV makers often sell hardware at razor-thin (or even negative) margins because the real money comes later from your data: Selling or licensing data to advertisers, data brokers, and measurement companies. Advertisers get precise audience insights for targeting ads on TV, phones, and other devices. Running their own ad platforms on the TV home screen and apps—personalized ads based on what you've watched. Cross-device retargeting: Your TV habits influence ads you see on YouTube, social media, or elsewhere. "Post-purchase monetization": Companies openly say they make more ongoing revenue from data and ads than from the initial TV sale. Some users even get "free" or ad-light apps in exchange for allowing extra tracking. Your viewing habits are packaged and sold as valuable advertising intelligence—often without you realizing the full extent. Watchdog Groups Fight Back 2017 Vizio Case: Vizio secretly tracked 11 million TVs and sold the data without consent. The FTC fined them $2.2 million; the company admitted to collecting second-by-second viewing habits and linking it with demographics for advertisers who could then target you across phones and computers. 2024–2025 Research: University studies confirmed TVs send massive amounts of viewing data regardless of source, creating "digital fingerprints" of users. December 2025 Texas Lawsuits: Attorney General Ken Paxton sued Samsung, LG, Sony, Hisense, and TCL for using ACR to collect and monetize viewing data without clear informed consent. Temporary restraining orders were issued against some companies, and Samsung later agreed to get explicit consent in Texas. The Proxy Network Angle We briefly spoke about this on the last show. A separate but growing practice involves certain smart-TV apps quietly enrolling your device in massive residential proxy networks like Bright Data. In exchange for fewer ads or free access, the app turns your TV into a web-scraping bot that uses your IP address and bandwidth to crawl public websites, collect data (including audio/video), and feed AI training models. Major platforms like Amazon, Google, and Roku have started blocking some of these, but they still run on LG webOS and Samsung Tizen in many cases. Bottom Line Your smart TV is effectively a 24/7 surveillance device in your living room that turns your private viewing into a profitable data product. While some data collection is now supposed to require opt-in consent, most people never notice the setting. The industry's business model increasingly depends on this surveillance, which is why cheap TVs keep getting smarter—and more invasive. Next Week - How to circumvent this!
In this episode, Brian talks about a stack of discs from Vinegar Syndrome and the Partner Labels thats hes gotten over the last several months. This week's episode is also brought to you by the fine folks at DiabolikDVD - a great place to buy your discs from! https://www.diabolikdvd.com/ Just the Discs Now has a YouTube Channel! Check it out here and subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCffVK8TcUyjCpr0F9SpV53g Follow the Show on Twitter here for Episode previews and new Blu-ray News! https://bsky.app/profile/justthediscs.bsky.social Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: https://www.teepublic.com/user/filmmakershirts We're also on Instagram! instagram.com/justthediscspod/
We’ve been doing these shows where we don’t book any guests, where we fill the hour with your calls, calls about anything, everything. These shows are fun for us and they seem to be fun for you. So we’re doing another one. In other words: Give us a call during the 1 p.m. EDT hour. 888-720-9677. Music featured (in order): Any Old Fool – Thee Sacred Souls What You Get – They Might Be Giants TSOD – Blu & Exile Dumbest Girl in the World – LØLØ Blue Money – Van Morrison CUT FOR TIME I Am Here – Tracy Wong, London Voices Playground – flipturn Till Your Mind is Shining (Bright-Side Mix) – Peter Gabriel Support the show: http://www.wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pool Pros text questions hereThis Friday episode blends industry culture, community engagement, and high-level water chemistry into one unapologetically direct conversation. Rudy challenges a foundational assumption in pool care—that water can be “captured” and tested as-is—and dismantles it by exposing the dominant role of temperature in every chemical interaction.Along the way, he introduces new listener giveaways, reinforces the importance of mentorship in the industry, and delivers a mix of humor and hard truth that defines the Talking Pools voice.