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Try not to get on the FBI's radar (easier said than done nowadays) as we jack into 1983's Wargames. Was anyone else terrified of nuclear annihilation as a child? Is this movie the first instance of AI hallucination? Who else is craving a Tab? Let's try some phone phreaking and phind out!

What can Ferris Bueller teach us about letting go of the plan and actually enjoying the moment we're in?In the first episode of The Still Growing Up Film Club, Cece Fanning revisits the 1986 coming-of-age classic Ferris Bueller's Day Off and the lessons hidden inside one unforgettable day of playing hooky.Through Ferris, Cameron and Sloane's adventure across Chicago, Cece explores spontaneity, friendship, anxiety, masking and the pressure we can put on ourselves to make everything go according to plan. From Ferris's determination to make the day count to Cameron learning to confront his fear, the film offers a reminder that growing up sometimes means taking a chance, finding your people and accepting that life can still be meaningful when it goes off script.For a neurodivergent brain that loves schedules and certainty, perhaps Ferris has something particularly useful to teach us: leave a little room for the unexpected.Follow Cece:

This year's summer movie season proved that the “Toy Story” franchise still has some juice, that “The Odyssey” can spark endless debates, and that “The Invite” might be the sleeper film of the year. But according to Wesley Morris, we're still in a summer movie drought. He can't help himself! His nostalgia for the movies of summers past is as strong as it was last year. So, once again, Wesley invites Sam Anderson, staff writer for The New York Times Magazine, to go back in time. This week, they travel to 1986, where the multiplex marquee reads: “Ruthless People” and “Ferris Bueller's Day Off.” Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it."This Ends at Prom is six years old, and The Wives Colangelo are celebrating with the last John Hughes teen movie they've yet to cover, FERRIS BUELLER'S DAY OFF. A teen movie so beloved it's in the Library of Congress, let's dissect why this movie has the staying power that it does, whether or not Ferris is "actually a villain," and what it means to escape the confines of Suburbia for the perfect day off 40 years later.--------Become a Patron! https://www.patreon.com/thisendsatprom--------MONTHLY SPOTLIGHTAmerica's ToothFairy: https://www.americastoothfairy.org/--------Article MentionedBright Wall/Dark Room: https://www.brightwalldarkroom.com/2023/11/30/ferris-bueller-a-fruitful-life/--------Social Media Plugs@ThisEndsAtProm@BJColangelo@HarmonyColangelo----------Logo Design: Haley Doodles @HaleyDoodleDoTheme Song: The Sonder Bombs 'Title': https://thesonderbombs.bandcamp.com/

On the 131st episode of the Triple Threat Theater podcast, Dax and Rian sneak a peek behind the camera. Films discussed on this episode:

 Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986)
 Funny Games (1997)
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DB Frick and director Julius Olivas talk with Mike about Saving Ferris Butler, their scrappy, sub-$30,000 documentary chasing down the wildest claim in comedy history: that Ferris Butler, a fired 1980-81 Saturday Night Live writer and the mind behind the underground cable-access sketch show Waste Meat News, is the real inspiration for John Hughes's Ferris Bueller. Frick met Butler at a New York open mic fifteen years ago and spent years hearing him make the case; Olivas came aboard after directing Inky, his documentary on forgotten Hollywood ghostwriter Neil Gumbel, and dove into what turned out to be thousands of hours of archival footage. They talk assembling an unlikely roster of SNL alumni and insiders — Denny Dillon, Patrick Weathers, Hugh Fink, Tom "Bones" Malone — thanks to journalist Andy Haugland, tracking down the Del Close connection linking Butler to Hughes, and reuniting Weathers and songwriter Neil Levy on stage for the first time since 1983 at the film's sold-out 40th-anniversary premiere at the Quad Cinema. They also dig into Butler's late-life health struggles, his decades-long marriage to songwriting legend Beverly Ross ("Lollipop"), and why they think his story of scrappy, self-made outsider comedy is bigger than just one Ferris Bueller theory.Visit https://savingferrisbutler.com/ to find out more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-projection-booth--5513239/support.Become a supporter of The Projection Booth at http://www.patreon.com/projectionbooth 

DB Frick and director Julius Olivas talk with Mike about Saving Ferris Butler, their scrappy, sub-$30,000 documentary chasing down the wildest claim in comedy history: that Ferris Butler, a fired 1980-81 Saturday Night Live writer and the mind behind the underground cable-access sketch show Waste Meat News, is the real inspiration for John Hughes's Ferris Bueller. Frick met Butler at a New York open mic fifteen years ago and spent years hearing him make the case; Olivas came aboard after directing Inky, his documentary on forgotten Hollywood ghostwriter Neil Gumbel, and dove into what turned out to be thousands of hours of archival footage. They talk assembling an unlikely roster of SNL alumni and insiders — Denny Dillon, Patrick Weathers, Hugh Fink, Tom "Bones" Malone — thanks to journalist Andy Haugland, tracking down the Del Close connection linking Butler to Hughes, and reuniting Weathers and songwriter Neil Levy on stage for the first time since 1983 at the film's sold-out 40th-anniversary premiere at the Quad Cinema. They also dig into Butler's late-life health struggles, his decades-long marriage to songwriting legend Beverly Ross ("Lollipop"), and why they think his story of scrappy, self-made outsider comedy is bigger than just one Ferris Bueller theory.Visit https://savingferrisbutler.com/ to find out more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-projection-booth--5513239/support.Become a supporter of The Projection Booth at http://www.patreon.com/projectionbooth 

White Musk by The Body Shop (1981) + John Hughes's Sixteen Candles (1984), The Breakfast Club (1985), Weird Science (1985), and Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986) + Howard Deutch's Pretty in Pink (1986) with Cael and Kate 8/21/26 S8E51 To hear the complete continuing story of The Perfume Nationalist please subscribe on Patreon. 

Kyber295 - HOUSE OF THE DRAGON s03 finale & DUNGEON CRAWLER CARL! NEWS - AMANDA WALLER & PARADISE LOST shows no longer in development - First five minutes of LANTERNS released - 40th anniversary of TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE animation with re-release 4k in theaters - 4 other movies turning 40 this year, (1986) TOP GUN, ALIENS, FERRIS BUELLER and PLATOON OGTW: - Becker: MIAMI VICE, TED LASSO, DUNGEON CRAWLER CARL - Diaz: PRESIDENT CURTIS, DCC, RIDE OR DIE (Prime Video), FIVE STAR WEEKEND (Peacock) MAIN TOPIC: This week the team wraps up the third season of …HOUSE OF THE DRAGON before literally opening the book on DUNGEON CRAWLER CARL to see what all the hype is about. Is HotD living up to your standards? Have you read DCC? Let the team know! Welcome to the Kybercast! #GameofThronesHouseOfTheDragon #HouseOfTheDragon #DungeonCrawlerCarl #AmandaWaller #ParadiseLost #Lanterns #TransformersTheMovie #MiamiVice #TedLasso #PresidentCurtis #RideOrDie

Geoff, Gavin and Andrew talk about Ferris Bueller, countdown, PHOGS, recharge, 207, Pikachu is safe, birthday texts, nothing calls, Bono, Death of Robin Hood, human chin, Blue Velvet, ceiling cave in, burgers, Geoff's stream, tab check, pelmet, chork, Andrew's package, Miranda, Baby Joey, Break Show, goats are out, office animals, and british inability of whimsy. Sponsored by Factor. Thanks Factor! Go to FACTORMEALS.com/regulation50off and use code regulation50off to get 50% off and 1 free breakfast item per box for 1 year, while supplies last until 10/31/2026. (See website for more details). Also sponsored by Shopify. Turns out you don't need a real job. Build your own business with a free trial at shopify.com/regulation Support us directly at https://www.patreon.com/TheRegulationPod Stay up to date, get exclusive supplemental content, and connect with other Regulation Listeners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's time to head back to the synth-soaked sounds of the 1980s as Dangerous Dave celebrates one of Britain's greatest and most enduring pop duos...PET SHOP BOYS!This week on The Insanely Dangerous Retropodshow, Dave takes a huge deep dive into the career of Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe, exploring how a chance meeting in a London electronics shop eventually led to one of the most successful partnerships in British pop history.From "West End Girls" to "It's a Sin," "Always on My Mind," "Heart," "Being Boring" and "Go West," we're celebrating the songs, albums and unmistakable electronic sound that made Pet Shop Boys legends.WHAT HAPPENED WAY BACK WHEN? – 1986First, we're travelling back to 1986, the year Pet Shop Boys released their debut album Please.Dave revisits five songs, five movies and five television shows from an incredible year of entertainment, including Top Gun, Aliens, Ferris Bueller's Day Off, The Real Ghostbusters and some of the biggest records of the year.Then Retro Headlines turns back the clock to remember some of the major stories making news in Britain and America.DANGEROUS DEEP DIVE – THE HISTORY OF PET SHOP BOYSHow did Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe become Pet Shop Boys?Dave goes right back to the beginning, exploring Neil's career in publishing and at Smash Hits, Chris's background and their chance meeting in London in 1981.We follow their early demos, their work with Bobby Orlando and the original version of "West End Girls", before the re-recorded song transformed them into international stars.Dave also looks at the brilliantly understated Pet Shop Boys image: Neil delivering intelligent and observational lyrics while Chris stands almost motionless behind the keyboards.No rock-star posing required.THE ALBUMSThen it's time to raid the Pet Shop Boys record collection.Dave discusses and rates the albums that defined their first two decades, including:Please – ⭐⭐⭐⭐½The debut that established the classic Pet Shop Boys sound.Actually – ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Dave's number-one Pet Shop Boys album, featuring an incredible collection of songs including "It's a Sin," "Rent" and "What Have I Done to Deserve This?"Introspective – ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Six enormous tracks blending electronic pop with extended club arrangements.Behaviour – ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐A more reflective and emotional record featuring the magnificent "Being Boring."Very – ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Colourful, confident and packed with some of the duo's greatest 90s material.Plus, Dave revisits Bilingual and Nightlife as Pet Shop Boys continued evolving through the later 1990s.THE GREATEST HITS – RATED!Then comes the big one.Dave works through some of the greatest songs in the Pet Shop Boys catalogue and gives them the Danger Rating treatment.We revisit:West End Girls ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Opportunities ⭐⭐⭐⭐½Love Comes Quickly ⭐⭐⭐⭐½Suburbia ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐It's a Sin ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐What Have I Done to Deserve This? ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Rent ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Always on My Mind ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Heart ⭐⭐⭐⭐½Domino Dancing ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Left to My Own Devices ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐So Hard ⭐⭐⭐⭐½Being Boring ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Can You Forgive Her? ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Go West ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐And plenty more.But only one can be Dangerous Dave's favourite...And "Being Boring" takes the number-one position, narrowly beating "West End Girls" and "It's a Sin."DANGEROUS DETOUR – THE SYNTH-POP REVOLUTIONDave takes a detour into the electronic revolution that transformed the 1980s.From synthesizers and drum machines to sequencers and changing recording technology, we explore how electronic music went from experimental to mainstream and produced artists including The Human League, Depeche Mode, Yazoo, Eurythmics, Erasure and Pet Shop Boys.BACK IN THE ADSWe also rewind British television for another edition of Back in the Ads, remembering the telephone advertising campaigns that sold us something surprisingly simple...The joy of actually talking to somebody!A reminder of a world before WhatsApp, social media and endless notifications.RETRO RUMBLE – PET SHOP BOYS VS ERASURETwo synth-pop giants enter the ring.Only one leaves victorious.Pet Shop Boys vs Erasure!Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe take on Andy Bell and Vince Clarke across greatest hits, vocals, lyrics, albums and dancefloor anthems.Erasure put up one hell of a fight...But Pet Shop Boys eventually take the Retro Rumble crown 3–2.DANGEROUSLY UNDERRATEDDave also shines a spotlight on "King's Cross", the brilliant Actually album track that proves some of the finest Pet Shop Boys songs never needed to become massive singles.GAZ'S RETRO RECORDS – SYNTH-POP SPECIALThen Gaz opens his record collection for a special edition of Gaz's Retro Records.This week he's celebrating four acts that helped make electronic music such an important part of the 1980s.OMDGaz celebrates the brilliant Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark, from the atmospheric "Enola Gay" and "Souvenir" to "Maid of Orleans" and their later pop success.For Gaz, OMD proved that electronic music could be experimental, emotional and incredibly catchy at the same time.SOFT CELLNext comes Soft Cell.Marc Almond and Dave Ball created a much darker version of synth-pop, mixing electronic music with the atmosphere of nightclubs and the seedier side of city life.And, of course, there's the enormous "Tainted Love" – one of the defining electronic records of the entire decade.NEW ORDERGaz then turns to New Order, the band that emerged from the end of Joy Division and helped blur the lines between alternative rock and electronic dance music.From "Blue Monday" and "Bizarre Love Triangle" to "True Faith," their influence can still be heard across electronic and dance music today.ERASUREFinally, Gaz celebrates Erasure.Vince Clarke's electronic brilliance combined with Andy Bell's incredible voice produced classics including "Sometimes," "A Little Respect," "Stop!," "Blue Savannah" and "Love to Hate You."They might have lost today's Retro Rumble...But Gaz argues that no discussion about great British synth-pop would be complete without them.Four artists.Four very different approaches to electronic pop.And four essential additions to your retro record collection.THE DANGER ZONEFinally, Dave asks the biggest question of the episode...Are Pet Shop Boys the greatest British pop duo of all time?When you consider the songs...The albums...The lyrics...The production...The innovation...And more than four decades of longevity...Dave's answer is...YES!Pet Shop Boys receive a massive 58 out of 60 Danger Rating.HALL OF DANGERAnd there could only be one way to finish.Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe officially enter the...

Carlos Greaves joins Ophira Eisenberg to talk about the strange math of building a creative career while raising an 18-month-old daughter, especially when your “job” is a shifting collection of satire writing, freelance work, teaching, and comedy. Greaves describes leaving electrical engineering after a film class convinced him he had chosen the wrong life, spending 12 years writing before opportunities at McSweeney's, The New Yorker, and elsewhere made comedy feel possible, and then discovering that the creative life he wanted came with plenty of regrets—and very little stability. As a stay-at-home dad in suburban Charlotte, he is constantly negotiating what it even means to be a working parent when his work happens at night and on weekends, while his wife's nine-to-five schedule means their respective “breaks” are essentially childcare traded for work; meanwhile, Ophira admits that 96% of her conversations with her husband are scheduling logistics. Their conversation turns to Greaves's book Obey in Advance: How to Survive and Thrive Under Authoritarianism, co-written with Ginny Hogan, and the challenge of writing political satire when reality moves faster than a joke and social media can claim a premise before a book ever reaches publication. Greaves explains why the book targets the atmosphere and institutions surrounding authoritarianism rather than relying on familiar impressions, using forms like Mad Libs, word searches, and fake editorial templates to make frighteningly repetitive political patterns visible—and argues that preserving joy can itself be a form of resistance. That idea becomes especially complicated as a parent: Greaves admits that bringing a child into a world facing climate change and multiple other existential threats requires optimism, even as he feels the terror of having “a piece of your soul outside your body” that eventually has to go out into the world. The episode also connects his instinct for satire to his childhood as an intensely rule-following, oldest-child, parent-pleaser who quietly found ways around the rules, including telling his parents he was sleeping at one friend's house when he was actually somewhere else. The conversation ends just as Ophira starts asking about the unavoidable dictator hiding inside every parent of a toddler—and Greaves's Ferris Bueller-adjacent teenage rule-skimming is the last thing left hanging before they pick up the story in part two.

In this episode Pax drives a borrowed Ferrari through the 1986 novelization of the John Hughes classic, Ferris Bueller's Day Off.

Star of the stage and screen Matthew Broderick talks to Brendan about finding fame in the cultural phenomenon Ferris Bueller's Day Off, his childhood summers in Ireland, being a stage Dad to his son and his Abbey Theatre debut in Ulster American.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Please Don't Spoil the Movie, we're spoiling the '80s cult classic Ferris Bueller's Day Off. On a beautiful Chicago day, Ferris Bueller calls in sick to school and convinces his best friend Cameron and girlfriend Sloane to spend the day living life to the fullest. Tune in to hear us discuss forgotten movies, The Odyssey, why women seem to get blamed for everything, and why everyone deserves a little QT every now and then.If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and follow us for more movie recaps every week!

Send us Fan MailToday's episode is my conversation about the 1931 film Skippy. I'm joined Jonathan Hammond, film director and previous guest on the podcast and we talk about the deep trauma that resulted from watching this film, some major issues with the film's production when you look at it from today's perspective, and a long-standing legal battle over a simply name.You can watch Skippy online and be sure to check out Jonathan's films at a festival near you and give him a follow on Instagram @jonohamm.Other films mentioned in this episode include:Ferris Bueller's Day Off directed by John HughesJohn Wick directed by Chad StahelskiThe Sixth Sense directed by M. Night ShyamalanE.T. The Extraterrestrial directed by Steven SpielbergA Free Soul directed by Clarence Leon BrownCimarron directed by Wesley RugglesSuperman directed by Richard DonnerLa La Land directed by Damian ChazelleBoys Town directed by Norman TaurogCity Lights directed by Charlie ChaplinSooky directed by Norman TaurogOur Gang (shorts series)Tom Sawyer directed by John CromwellHuckleberry Finn directed by Norman TaurogThe Kid directed by Charlie ChaplinSophie's Choice directed by Alan J. PakulaThe Little Rascals directed by Penelope SpheerisDennis the Menace directed by Nick CastleA Christmas Story directed by Bob ClarkEast Lynne directed by Frank LloydThe Front Page directed by Lewis MilestoneThe Criminal Code directed by Howard HawksOther referenced topics:Skippy (comic)Calvin and Hobbs (comic)Peanuts (comic)Dennis the Menace (comic)Skippy.comThe New York Times reviewThe New Masses reviewOscarchamps.com reviewSupport the show

Celebrating 40 years since its release, we're recasting Ferris Bueller's Day Off for a new generation of rule-breakers. A charming high-school slacker fakes sick, borrows a Ferrari, and turns one perfect day into a Chicago-wide adventure. Ferris Bueller's Day Off is a joyful, endlessly quotable comedy about friendship, freedom, and making life move a little slower.

40 years ago this summer, the beloved film "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" was released. You might remember this scene: "In 1931, in an effort to stop the... Anyone? Anyone?... The Great Depression, Congress passed the Hawley Smoot Tariff Act which, anyone? Raised, lowered?... Anyone, anyone raised tariffs, to halt The Great Depression. Did that work? Anyone, anyone? Bueller? Bueller?" That was Ben Stein playing the role of a boring economics professor. But that quote doesn't come from the 1986 movie. It's from the 2000 Republican National Convention. In this week's episode of C-SPAN's podcast "Extreme Mortman," we celebrate 40 years of "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" – by hearing politicians talking about the movie – and quoting it verbatim. Which Federal Reserve chairman cited Ferris Bueller?   Which First Lady cited Ferris Bueller?   Which Supreme Court Chief Justice cited Ferris Bueller? And which other politicians have quoted the wit and wisdom of Ferris Bueller? Find out in "Extreme Mortman" –40 years after a legendary movie came out – and found a home in politics. Find "Extreme Mortman" wherever you get podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You can't relax on a free evening because rest isn't the default state you fall back into once demands stop — it's an active shift your nervous system has to make, and years of staying switched on can wear down your ability to make it. Add a quiet belief that rest has to be earned, and even the time you do have starts to feel like something you need to justify. In this episode, Brett Ingram breaks down why your body treats "on" as its baseline, walks through two studies on just how uncomfortable stillness really is for most people, and gives you a single 60-second practice for rebuilding the capacity to come down. What You'll Learn in This Episode Why rest isn't the default you return to when demands stop — it's an active nervous system shift, and shifts are skills that can go rusty How years of staying "switched on" trains your body to treat activation, not calm, as its resting baseline The quiet belief — rest has to be earned — that turns downtime into something you feel guilty taking What the University of Virginia "shock" study reveals about how uncomfortable most people find sitting alone with their own thoughts Why people who believe leisure is wasteful enjoy it less, even while they're doing it Three honest questions to ask yourself the moment you notice you can't settle The 60-second daily practice for rebuilding your capacity to rest — no meditation app required Episode Timestamps [00:00] Cold open — the free evening you can't relax into [01:00] Introduction — what optYOUmize means by real optimization [02:00] Naming the pattern — why this isn't a willpower problem [04:00] The two nervous system modes: activation and recovery [06:00] The belief that rest has to be earned [09:00] Study one — the electric shock experiment [11:00] Study two — why "wasteful" leisure doesn't land [13:00] Three questions to ask when you can't settle [17:00] The 60-second practice [18:00] Closing reflection and the Ferris Bueller line Episode Summary Most advice about rest starts from the wrong assumption: that if you clear your calendar, calm will fill the space automatically. Brett Ingram spends this episode dismantling that assumption, starting with a scene a lot of listeners will recognize — a cleared evening, nothing owed to anyone, and a low hum of restlessness that shows up anyway. The episode opens by ruling out the obvious explanation. This isn't a willpower problem, and telling someone to "try harder to relax" is a contradiction most people have already tested and failed on a vacation somewhere. The real explanation, Brett argues, is that rest is not the resting state you assume it is. It's an active shift the nervous system has to make between two modes: an activated mode that gets you through deadlines and demands, and a restorative mode that actually repairs and recovers. A healthy life moves between them — [the rhythm between activation and recovery] — but years spent mostly in the activated mode teach your body to treat "on" as the default, not the exception. When the demands finally stop, the system doesn't glide down. It idles high, because high is the only setting it remembers well. That's the physical layer. The second layer is the story people carry about what rest means. Brett names a quiet equation most of us absorbed without ever agreeing to it: rest is what you get after — after the list is done, after you've earned it. "Rest is not a reward for completion," he says, "and in modern life, completion never actually arrives." The list refills. The inbox regenerates overnight. If rest has to be earned first, it never comes, and any rest taken early starts to feel like something stolen. Two pieces of research anchor the episode and take it well past personal anecdote. The first comes from a set of studies led by psychologist Timothy Wilson at the University of Virginia, published in Science in 2014. Participants were left alone in a plain room for six to fifteen minutes with nothing to do but think — no phone, no task. Given the option to press a button that delivered a mild electric shock they'd already said they'd pay to avoid, about two-thirds of men and a quarter of women pressed it anyway rather than sit with their own thoughts. One man pressed it 190 times. The takeaway isn't that something is wrong with you if reaching for your phone in the first ninety seconds of quiet feels compulsive — it's one of the more universal human reflexes there is. The second study, led by Gabriela Tonietto and Selin Malkoc and published in the Journal of Experimental Social Psychology in 2021, found that people who believe leisure is fundamentally wasteful enjoy their leisure less — even while they're doing it — and that the same belief correlates with lower reported happiness and higher stress, anxiety, and depression. Put the two studies together and the picture sharpens: a nervous system trained to stay up, a mind that finds stillness genuinely uncomfortable, and a belief that rest isn't worth taking even when it's available. Brett's answer isn't another system to optimize. It's three questions to run when you notice you can't settle — am I resting or just less stimulated, what kind of tired am I, and what's the smallest amount of nothing I can tolerate — followed by a practice deliberately built to be too small to fail: once a day, take sixty seconds of time you'd normally fill and simply don't fill it. Not thirty minutes. Sixty seconds. The goal, as he puts it, "is not to be excellent at resting. The goal is to let some of your life be unoptimized on purpose." Resources Mentioned "Just Think: The Challenges of the Disengaged Mind" — Timothy Wilson et al., Science, 2014 — the study on people choosing electric shocks over sitting alone with their thoughts — Read the study "Viewing Leisure as Wasteful Undermines Enjoyment" — Gabriela Tonietto, Selin A. Malkoc, Rebecca Walker Reczek, and Michael I. Norton, Journal of Experimental Social Psychology, 2021 — Read the study Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986) — Referenced for the closing line: "Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it." Frequently Asked Questions Why can't I relax even when I finally have free time? Because rest isn't the default state your body returns to when demands stop — it's an active shift the nervous system has to make, and that shift is a skill. If you've spent years mostly in an activated, switched-on mode, your body starts treating that as baseline, so when the pressure lifts, your system keeps idling high instead of settling down. Is feeling restless during downtime a sign of anxiety? Not necessarily. Low-level restlessness when demands stop is a common, well-documented pattern, not a diagnosis. If the inability to switch off is constant, heavy, or accompanied by dread, that's worth discussing with a professional — but for most people it's simply a nervous system and belief system that adapted to years of low-grade activation. Why do I feel guilty when I'm not being productive? Many people absorb an unspoken rule that rest has to be earned — through completing tasks, being useful, or "deserving" a break. Because that list never actually finishes, rest taken before it's "earned" can feel like theft, which shows up as guilt on an otherwise free evening. What's the difference between resting and just being less stimulated? Scrolling, half-watching a show, or refreshing the news lowers stimulation but doesn't shift your body into genuine recovery — it just distracts. Brett's test: after the activity, do you feel more like yourself, or just less wound up? Genuine rest passes that test; numbing doesn't. What was the study about people choosing electric shocks over sitting quietly? In a set of 2014 studies led by psychologist Timothy Wilson at the University of Virginia, participants left alone with nothing to do for six to fifteen minutes were given the option to shock themselves. About two-thirds of men and a quarter of women chose the shock rather than sit with their own thoughts — evidence of just how uncomfortable undirected stillness is for most people. How do I actually start practicing rest if it feels uncomfortable? Start absurdly small. Once a day, take sixty seconds of time you'd normally fill — the wait for coffee, the first minute in the car — and simply don't fill it. The discomfort in that first minute isn't a sign it's not working; it's the sensation of a rusty capacity being used again. Keep Exploring If this episode resonated, these are worth your time: Time Rhythm & Rest Pillar — A full guide to building a sustainable rhythm between effort and recovery → [INSERT PILLAR URL] Why We Sleep Wrong — And What It's Costing You Beyond Tiredness — Goes deeper on the biology of recovery and why cutting it short costs more than tiredness → [INSERT LINK] The Optimization Paradox: Why More Doesn't Mean Better — Explores why turning every part of life into something to improve can backfire — including rest itself → [INSERT LINK] Enjoyed This Episode? The best way to support optYOUmize is to subscribe and leave a review — it takes about two minutes and makes a real difference in helping more people find the show. Apple Podcasts · Spotify · Amazon Music · YouTube Leave a Review →

*recorded June 7th, 2026 (#KNICKSIN5)In the penultimate episode of our Halloween Perennials season, take the scenic route with us down to Friendship, Maine, where we're set for a spooky stay at Whipstaff Manor. That's right, Your faves are crittin' the one and only Casper (1995), a certified 90s baby classic and a movie that hit as re-runs during ABC Family's 31 Nights of Halloween (IYKYK!!!). Speaking of hit, Casper is definitely one of those movies that hit different watching it as an adult. We talk about that along with some ghostly tropes that the film broke or outright disregarded, one incredibly taut three-act structure, the anchor that was the theme of grief (a reoccurring one this season), and how the interpersonal relationships of characters like Casper and Kat helped define the heartfelt core of this spectral romp. We hope you enjoy because we wanna know: can we keep you? …At least for the length of the episode. I mean, it's longer than what Capser got (Melle is still mad about it, y'all). Happy listening!Timestamps2:10 - Negronomicon 15:56 - Crit57:00 - Final CurlsGems from Ep. 120Scary Movie 6 (2026)The Bride (2026)Scream (1996)The Haunting of Hill House (2018)The Haunting (1999)The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (2026)Scary Movie (2000)Scary Movie 2 (2001)Scary Movie 3 (2003)Scary Movie 4 (2006)Scary Movie 5 (2013)Longlegs (2024)Where Evil Lurks (2023)Waiting… (2005)Casper (1995)Casper the Friendly Ghost (1945, animated shorts)Pee-wee's Playhouse (1986)Beauty and the Beast (1991)Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986)Beetlejuice (1988)American Horror Story: Murder House (2011)Re-Animator (1985)Twitches (2005)Paranorman (2012)Touched by an Angel (1994, television series)Support the show

Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and enjoy Ferris Bueller once in a while, you could miss one of the greatest teen comedies ever made! Join Jay and Shua as they celebrate the 40th anniversary of John Hughes' classic with behind-the-scenes stories, thoughtful discussions, trivia, and plenty of laughs. Ferris Bueller's Day Off isn't just about skipping school; it's about friendship, growing up, and remembering to slow down and enjoy life. Grab your parade float, borrow a Ferrari (responsibly), and spend a perfect day celebrating one of the most beloved films of the 1980s.   News New Snoopy Special Announced – Charlie Brown helps Snoopy search for his beloved doghouse after it is accidentally sold in a touching new Peanuts adventure.   Intellivision Sprint Released – Atari's revival of the classic Intellivision brand delivers 45 fan-favorite games and modern upgrades after years of anticipation.   Ming-Na Wen Launches YouTube Cooking Channel – The Disney Legend shares family recipes, acting stories, and previews her upcoming cookbook, Have You Eaten Yet? Check out our TeePublic store for some enjoyable swag and all the latest fashion trends What we're Enjoying Jay enjoyed Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, praising its epic scope, fresh interpretation of the ancient tale, and the timeless themes woven throughout the adventure. As expected from Nolan, the film delivers spectacle while giving audiences plenty to think about long after the credits roll. Shua has been reading The Traveler by Joseph Eckert, a thought-provoking time travel novel that explores family, sacrifice, and the consequences of moving through time in unexpected ways. While some mysteries remain unanswered, the emotional journey and fascinating concepts make it a memorable read for any time travel fan. MCU Location Scout MCULocationScout.com is Jay's ongoing project documenting and exploring real-world filming locations used throughout the Marvel Cinematic Universe and related Marvel television productions. Through detailed research, photos, and travel guides, fans can discover where their favorite Marvel moments were filmed. Lately Jay has been adding locations from Spider-Noir, with some familiar locations that were used in other noir films. And don't forget to check out all of Jay's Sci-Fi Saturdays on RetroZap. You can also tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua breakdown Marvel properties and Superhero Suite for news on comics, movies, TV and more.   Enjoy Taking the Day Off  School can wait. This week Jay and Shua take a day off to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Ferris Bueller's Day Off! They revisit John Hughes' beloved comedy with behind-the-scenes stories, memorable Chicago filming locations, fascinating trivia, and a look at why the film continues to resonate four decades later.   And they explore who the movie's true hero really is, how our perspective on Ferris changes as we grow older, whether his famous day off could happen in today's world, and even test their knowledge with a fun game about what everything in Ferris' adventure actually cost in 1986. It's a nostalgic celebration filled with laughs, movie memories, and plenty of reasons to save Ferris. Did you skip school? Where would you go on your perfect day? Let us know! First person that emails me with the subject line, "Save Ferris!" will get a special mention on the show.  Let us know. Come talk to us in the Discord channel or send us an email to EnjoyStuff@RetroZap.com 

The Stuph File Program Featuring Maria Gallucci, author of Raised In Silence; Alex Grass, author Infernal Tramps: Tales Of Weird Terror; & Marc Hartzman, curator of WeirdHistorian.com Download Maria Gallucci, author of Raised In Silence, which deals with the fact that she and her five siblings were raised by deaf parents.(A 30 second teaser YouTube short is available) Alex Grass, a writer of horror and weird fiction is the author of a collection of short stories called Infernal Tramps: Tales Of Weird Terror.(A 30 second teaser YouTube short is available) Marc Hartzman, from WeirdHistorian.com, is the author of The Talking Dead: A Collection Of Messages From Beyond The Veil, 1850's to 1920's. He’s back with the weird story for July. This one deals with Patience Worth, a prolific writer who wrote several books from the grave via a Ouija board, through medium, Pearl Curran.(A 30 second teaser YouTube short is available) This week's opening slate is presented by Jason Klamm, author of Ferris Bueller . . . You're My Hero. He was on show #0879. Click below to order directly from Amazon.com Part of the success of this show depends on the generosity of its listeners worldwide. If you enjoy the program please feel free to make a donation in any amount, no matter how small, in any denomination of $1, $5, $10, $20 or more.  Just click on the donate button to the left. It will be greatly appreciated. This website is powered by PubNIX a boutique Internet service provider with great personalized service that was instrumental in helping to structure the look of this very site! The computer used for this site was built by InfoMontreal.ca, serving individuals, commercial & industrial companies in Quebec with computers, software and networks. Your needs are unique and InfoMontreal.ca believes the solutions should be too.

On the 40th anniversary of Ferris Bueller's Day Off, Ellen E Jones and Mark Kermode look at films that confine their action to a single day (and occasionally, night). From the high-stakes urban odyssey of Martin Scorsese's After Hours to the quiet contemplation of Agnès Varda's Cléo from 5 to 7, what difference does a day make to cinema?Ellen talks to screenwriter and novelist David Nicholls, whose international bestseller One Day followed a couple who meet on 15th July 1988, revisiting their lives on the same date every year for the next two decades.She also talks to creative writing professor and Academy Award-nominated screenwriter Kim Krizan, who co-wrote Before Sunrise and Before Sunset, the first two films in director Richard Linklater's time-constrained romantic drama trilogy. Meanwhile, Mark speaks to writer-director and Ferris Bueller superfan Emma Seligman, whose breakthrough feature Shiva Baby wrought extraordinary tension and comedy from the course of a single afternoon. And Mark also speaks to Danish-Norwegian director Joachim Trier. Now perhaps best known for Oscar nominees Sentimental Value and The Worst Person In The World, Trier made one of modern cinema's finest single-day films with 2011's Oslo, August 31st, which follows recovering heroin addict Anders over the course of a day and night. Producer: Jane Long A Prospect Street production for BBC Radio 4

Noah Smith is a multidisciplinary visual storyteller specializing in UX design. With a background in film, Noah's also a big, big fan of Ferris Bueller's Day Off, the 1986 comedy that's also full of action, drama, and sprawling musical numbers. Ferris, an extremely popular teenager, skips school and with his best friend Cameron and his girlfriend Sloane, they embark on a series of adventures. What about the possibility of Ferris being a figment of Cameron's imagination, the so-called Fight Club theory? And how does Ferris connect to Spider-Man? Plus, the movie's small but memorable baseball moments make it perfect for the month of March and Major League Baseball's season openers.-Noah Smith's true love for all things 80s includes some pretty rad engagement photos that made their way into People and Huffpost. An accomplished woodworker, he's designed tables, bowls, cutting boards, spoons, and everything in-between, a hobby he began in 2020. For a few years in college he produced music (under the name, Hard Mix) and eventually signed to a record label.https://www.noahdanielsmith.com/https://www.instagram.com/noahdanielsmith/https://www.huffpost.com/entry/omg-these-80s-themed-engagement-pics_n_5978cffce4b0e201d57a8f96https://people.com/human-interest/couple-80s-throwback-engagement-pics/-Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986)https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0091042/https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0098795/https://www.theatlantic.com/national/archive/2012/06/why-ferris-bueller-never-existed/327276/https://www.businessinsider.com/the-ferris-bueller-fight-club-theory-and-other-fan-conspiracies-sending-people-on-reddit-into-a-tailspin-2015-6https://www.slashfilm.com/503532/the-ferris-bueller-fight-club-theory/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eiMuj85ngEohttps://theweek.com/speedreads/540187/john-hughes-wrote-ferris-buellers-day-6-days-79-other-facts-about-80shttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ben_Rose_House-Pop culture discussedhttps://www.bustle.com/p/the-ferris-bueller-reference-in-spider-man-homecoming-you-mightve-missed-68654https://typographica.org/on-typography/corbis-buys-veer-whither-the-fonts/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rooney_(band) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FcazL5yNukw-Other movies and shows discussed:Alfie (1966)Deadpool (2016)Fight Club (1999)Hello Dolly! (1969)The Matrix (1999)Napoleon Dynamite (2004)Point Break (1991)Pretty in Pink (1986)Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017)Toy Story 5 (2026)WALL-E (2008)WarGames (1983)Weird Science (1985)

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A fake sick day, a borrowed Ferrari, a principal on the warpath, and one unforgettable parade through downtown Chicago. In this Backtrack, we're revisiting Ferris Bueller's Day Off, John Hughes' classic 1986 comedy about skipping school, seizing the moment, and somehow making it all look effortless. Forty years later, we'll talk about why Ferris, Cameron, Sloane, and the city of Chicago still connect with Gen X fans — and why life really does move pretty fast. Participate in our listener questionnaire & automatically get entered in a drawing for a $50 gift card! genxgrownup.com/podsurvey (May contain some explicit language.) Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownupDiscord » GenXGrownUp.com/discordFacebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUpTwitter » GenXGrownUp.com/twitterWebsite » GenXGrownUp.comPodcast » GenXGrownUp.com/podMerchandise » GenXGrownUp.com/merchTheme: “Grown Up” by Beefy » beefyness.com Apple » itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/genxgrownup-podcast/id1268365641CastBox » castbox.fm/channel/GenXGrownUp-Podcast-id2943471?country=usPocket Casts » pca.st/8iuLAudible » amz.run/6yhRTuneIn » tunein.com/radio/GenXGrownUp-Podcast-p1020342/Spotify » spoti.fi/2TB4LR7iHeart » www.iheart.com/podcast…Amazon Music » amzn.to/33IKfEK Show Notes Comprehensive overview of the film's production, release, reception, and legacy. » en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ferris_Bueller%27s_Day_Off Concise historical background and discussion of the movie's place in film history » www.britannica.com/topic/Ferris-Buellers-Day-Off Fun facts about casting, filming, Chicago locations, and famous scenes. » www.usmagazine.com/entertainment/news/ferris-buellers-day-off-turns-40-25-things-you-dont-know/ Excellent behind-the-scenes trivia, casting stories, and production details. » www.mentalfloss.com/entertainment/movies/15-fun-facts-about-ferris-buellers-day Large collection of movie facts, production notes, and trivia. » facts.net/movie/36-facts-about-the-movie-ferris-buellers-day-off/ Cast reflections and memories from the film's legacy » www.today.com/popculture/movies/ferris-buellers-day-40-year-anniversary-matthew-broderick-alan-ruck-rcna348084 Deep dive into the movie's development, themes, and lasting influence. » cinemascholars.com/ferris-buellers-day-off-a-40th-anniversary-retrospective/ Contemporary film review from one of America's most influential critics. » www.rogerebert.com/reviews/ferris-buellers-day-off-1986 A recent book built from 125 interviews about the making of the movie » www.amazon.com/dp/1948221985?tag=genxgrownup-20 (affiliate) She's Having a Baby End Credits » youtu.be/VLyPTEdtp6g?si=BBi7qIZKereX50rE Email the show » podcast@genxgrownup.com Visit us on YouTube » GenXGrownUp.com/yt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Jack Riccardi talks Hill County flooding with KTSA News Director Christian Blood, Trump's election interference speech, commies and the struggle, Matt Foley's back, Ferris Bueller cars and self-checkout politics."

Should we still not have faith in the Pirates right now because of Bob Nutting? Crowley says he thinks Pittsburgh is making the playoffs this year. Are some fans still not able to enjoy the ride of this season? Crowley quotes Ferris Bueller.

He's the man behind Descendants, High School Musical, Hocus Pocus, and Newsies, but Kenny Ortega's journey to becoming a Disney Legend started long before Mickey Mouse called. This is the story of the creative force Disney keeps turning to when they need to remind audiences why they fell in love with Disney magic. From starting out as a dancer in touring productions of Hair to choreographing music videos for Madonna and Elton John, stadium tours for Michael Jackson, and the iconic "Twist and Shout" sequence in Ferris Bueller's Day Off, Kenny Ortega was shaping pop culture for a decade before Disney ever picked up the phone. When they finally did in 1988, it kicked off a 30-year partnership that would define childhoods for millions. What makes Ortega different is that he was never just a company man. He brought rock tours, Olympic ceremonies, and fountain choreography from the Vegas strip into everything he made for Disney. Subscribe on YouTube for more Disney connections: https://www.youtube.com/@SynergyLovesCompany?sub_confirmation=1 Podcast: Listen to Synergy Loves Company → https://synergylovescompany.com Support the Show: Shop official Synergy Loves Company merch → https://shop.synergylovescompany.com Affiliate Disclosure: Some links above may be affiliate links. If you click and purchase, I may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting the channel! Connect with Me: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/synergylovescompany Bluesky → https://bsky.app/profile/erichsynergy.bsky.social Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/synergylovescompany This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Synchronize Swatches! In 1990, Fox debuted Parker Lewis Can’t Lose, a show about a charming teenager who always seems to get his way.  Comparisons to Ferris Bueller abounded, but the show went beyond that and made the idea its own.  For three seasons, the antics of Parker and his Buds–Mikey and [...]

“Bueller… Bueller… anyone?”   Oh, yeahhh… it's been 40 years since Ferris Bueller famously convinced girlfriend Sloane and best bud Cameron to skip school together for a whirlwind day in Chicago. And pop culture has never been the same.    In this fun podcast we celebrate the 1986 hit movie that's been called a cultural milestone: “Ferris Bueller's Day Off.”   What (and who) inspired John Hughes as he was writing the script? Why did Matthew Broderick hesitate to accept the role of Ferris? What are some fun behind-the-scenes stories about the parade and art museum scenes? Why did both Matthew Broderick and Mia Sara find filming challenging? And what tragedy were two of the cast members involved in after the film's release? We discuss all this and more!   In the words of Ferris, “Life moves pretty fast…” So be sure not to miss it, OR this podcast episode!   Special thanks to one of our current members, Rebekah, for helping us to keep the tea brewing! How to support Scandal Water: Rate, review, and subscribe! Follow the show on your favorite app or Scandal Water Podcast YouTube channel.  Send your shoutouts to scandalwaterpodcast@gmail.com. Become a member on patreon.com/ScandalWaterPodcast or buymeacoffee.com/scandalwaterpod – which will also grant you access to fabulous bonus content! #FerrisBueller40 #FerrisBuellersDayOff #FerrisBueller #JohnHughes #80sMovies #80sNostalgia #BratPackEra #ClassicCinema #LifeMovesFast #AnyoneAnyone #SaveFerris #OhYeah #DankeSchon #MoviePodcast #FilmReview #MovieReview #PopCultureHistory #MatthewBroderick #AlanRuck #MiaSara #JenniferGrey #VariteaofAnniversaries #ScandalWaterPodcast #TuesdayTea

Synchronize Swatches! In 1990, Fox debuted Parker Lewis Can’t Lose, a show about a charming teenager who always seems to get his way.  Comparisons to Ferris Bueller abounded, but the show went beyond that and made the idea its own.  For three seasons, the antics of Parker and his Buds–Mikey and [...]

In episode 49, Johnny talks to author, comedian and filmmaker Jason Klamm.Jason is the author of the new book Ferris Bueller…You're My Hero, the definitive behind-the-scenes account of John Hughes' 1986 film Ferris Bueller's Day Off. The book explores how John Hughes' creative hot streak produced one of the most beloved comedies ever made, and is lovingly pulled together from 125 exclusive interviews with the film's cast and crew, including Matthew Broderick, Alan Ruck and members of the Hughes family.You can find Ferris Bueller…You're My Hero at all good bookstores, or online through 1984 Publishing. Johnny and Jason's chat includes a discussion about the longevity of Ferris Bueller's Day Off and what makes the film resonate to this day, they talk about one wild time-loop theory that will change the way you look at the film, and they struggle to cast a 2026 remake of the film, because who needs to see Tom Holland or Timothée Chalamet in anything ever again?This conversation was recorded online in early July of 2026. Thanks to James Van As who wrote and performed the brilliant podcast music (check out James' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Loco Looper⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ game) and to Willow Van As who designed the amazing artwork and provided general podcast support.You can contact My Movie DNA on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter @mymovieDNA or email mymovieDNA@gmail.com.Check out Johnny's new podcast series, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠500 Films: A Journey Through Genre Cinema⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, available wherever you get your podcasts. 

Matt has a terrible take. We also try to figure out the most important things for our new studio. We also reimagine Ferris Bueller.

Dan and Jay from February talk about Jason’s then-impending book Ferris Bueller…You’re My Hero, the now-recent Meowrathon, and other things. Jay’s book, Ferris Bueller…You’re My Hero releases June 16. You can order it now! at djch.xyz/ferris This episode is brought to you by Mudita Kompakt Minimalist Phones and WristBandBros.com. Find DJCHOUR on BlueSky @danandjay.com #DJCH Call and leave us a voicemail: (724) 426-6339‬ (7-BIG-COMEDY) or e-mail us: dan AT danandjay DOT com or jay AT danandjay DOT com ©2026 Dan and Jay’s Comedy Hour

 What happens when two people with complicated pasts — failed marriages, sobriety journeys, and a chance meeting at a 4th of July party — fall in love but decide not to move in together? Claudia and Jonathan join us for a conversation as layered and surprising as the indie film they made together, D(e)AD — a project born from personal heartbreak, an ex-husband who may or may not have faked cancer, and the haunting feeling that the not-so-great people from our past never fully leave us. They'll take you behind the scenes of making a movie with friends and family, funding it through Kickstarter, and then getting it into theaters one screen at a time — from cities across the US to London to Bosnia — all while navigating the soul-crushing gauntlet of festival rejections, fake IMDB credits, and music licensing processes that take six months just to say no. Along the way, Claudia opens up about using her parents and daughter as the raw material of her art, and why storytelling is how she survives. We also get into Jonathan's origins — from writing a fake Nightline to a history with cartoons and the discipline of keeping art beautifully simple — and the question that ties it all together: would you trade your messy, painful, hilarious past for a different one?  And how, bubble wrap can save your sanity. Bio:   Claudia Lonow started her career as an actress, playing Michele Lee's chubby, loud-mouthed teenage daughter on “Knots Landing.”  Favorite episodes include: the one where she has kidney failure and is saved by Donna Mills kidney; the one where she runs away with the town murderer, “Chip,” and drives her mother to drugs; and the one where she almost loses her virginity, but instead winds up donning clown make up and singing “Put On A Happy Face” with her mom. Lonow's next career was waitressing.  She did stand up comedy for a while, working across the country and doing some television.  When she gave her best joke to Sarah Silverman, and Silverman killed with it, a writer was born. Her television-writing career took off when she wrote a semi-autobiographical spec pilot about a former nighttime soap opera television actress who gets sent to rehab, called “Rude Awakening.”  Showtime bought the show, which ran for 55 episodes.  Lonow has been creating and writing television ever since: “Good Girls Don't” for Oxygen; “Accidentally On Purpose” for CBS and “How To Live With Your Parents (For The Rest Of Your Life)” for ABC.  Lonow moved into directing with the award winning shorts, “Bummed” and “Keep Calm and Tampon.” Lonow just completed directing and acting in her first feature, the very indie film, “D(e)AD” written by and starring her daughter, Isabella Roland, her partner Jonathan Schmock and pretty much everyone else in her family. She is currently developing various other TV and film projects, has gotten back to stand up and is threatening to do a solo show. Jonathan Schmock is an actor, director, comedian, show creator, artist and Emmy nominated writer, (group Emmy but still). As a stand-up he was half of the comedy team The Funny Boys with Jim Vallely. As an actor you've seen him in such varied things as Ferris Bueller's Day Off, Star Trek Enterprise, The Big Bang Theory, Arrested Development, Shameless, The Simpsons, The Mentalist (the guy who did it) and NCIS Los Angeles (the guy who didn't) among others. As a writer/director he co-created Sabrina, The Teenage Witch and Brotherly Love and worked as an executive producer/writer on Dharma and Greg and Good Girls Don't, Real Time and many more. Most recently he acted in and produced the indie film D(e)AD, which can be seen and purchased online, (hint.)  His editorial cartoons can be seen at jonathanschmock.com. His paintings have appeared in a group show at the L.A. County Museum of Art, (no shit.) He hopes to continue writing about himself in the third person for many years to come. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The gang gets their first audience call in, Johnny faces a Secret shame, and they all take the day off.---Follow the gang on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! And send us movie suggestions at nostalgiaeffectpod@gmail.com.Watch Amy talk more movies over on her YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/themoviechecklist⁠

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. The Love Heist had every reason to be skippable. Then Lyndsy Fonseca and Peter Porte showed up and made it one of the most fun Hallmark movies of the year. Eric went in expecting a mess and walked out calling it a top-three of 2026.In this episode, we cover:•       Why Lyndsy Fonseca might be Hallmark's best comedic actress working right now, and how The Love Heist proves it•       What Peter Porte brings to the screen that makes the lead chemistry feel rare for this network•       The specific zingers, Pretty Woman nods, and Ferris Bueller callbacks that actually made us laugh out loud•       What the budget couldn't hide: the one green screen scene that pulled us right out of the movie•       Andrea's two monks story and how it maps directly onto the emotional choices this movie makes•       Our watch-alike picks: Murder She Wrote's fashion episode, Crimes of Fashion, and the Christmas CharadeChapters:0:00 - Intro and Eric's Brennan Elliott Recording Disaster4:30 - Hallmark Plus Is Cutting Murdoch Mysteries Episodes9:30 - Current Mystery Watchlist: Brokenwood, Grantchester and Acorn13:00 - The Love Heist: Our Ratings and First Impressions17:30 - Lyndsy Fonseca and Peter Porte: The Chemistry That Makes This Work21:00 - What Didn't Work: The Green Screen and Budget Reality23:30 - Standout Scenes: Zingers, Remain Calm and the Two Monks27:00 - The Romance: Soft, Flirty and Actually Convincing29:00 - Watch-Alikes: Murder She Wrote, Crimes of Fashion and More31:00 - Trivia, Christmas in July Preview and What's NextWere you as surprised by The Love Heist as we were? Drop your rating in the comments below.New episodes every week. Subscribe so you never miss a Hallmark deep dive.

Four decades after the premiere of Ferris Bueller's Day Off, Steven Benedict remembers this classic film. 

Principals, local school councils, and parent groups are getting increasingly creative with their fundraising. In 2025, Chicago schools spent nearly $52 million in independently sourced revenue. Host Jacoby Cochran and executive producer Simone Alicea discuss how individual schools are navigating tightening budgets. Plus, Mayor Brandon Johnson has submitted a $425 million plan for the 78, and ‘Ferris Bueller's Day Off' turns 40.  Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this June 23 episode: Visit Bloomington Destination Madison Griffin MSI Writers Theatre Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE 

Do you like baseball games, parades, and art museums? Do you have a soft spot for Chicago and righteous dudes? Will you let my Cameron go? Then Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986) is the movie for you! Check out this delightful John Hughes directed romp featuring Matthew Broderick, Alan Ruck, and Mia Sara. Host, Sara Greenfield, and her guest Jason Klamm chat about all this and more on the latest episode of Talk Classic To Me.Don't forget to pick up Ferris Bueller...You're My Hero: The Story of the World's Most Famous Day Off by Jason Klamm wherever you buy your books!-------------------------------------------------------------------Want to become a subscriber? Use the link below to support the show!https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/sara-greenfield/subscribe

Amy and Riley discuss part 1 of The Real Housewives of Rhode Island season 1 reunion, and debate what Ferris Bueller would have done with access to AI technology. (09:30) 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 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 787: When people talk about the summer movies of 1986, the conversation usually starts with Top Gun and ends somewhere around Aliens, The Karate Kid Part II, and Ferris Bueller's Day Off. It was one of the strongest movie summers of the decade, packed with blockbusters that still dominate pop-culture conversations 40 years later. But every great movie season leaves a few worthy titles behind. This week on Stuck in the '80s, we revisit four films from the summer of 1986 that may not get the attention they deserve today: SpaceCamp, Legal Eagles, Nothing in Common, and Ruthless People. Each offered something unique, even if they were overshadowed by bigger releases. Support Our Sponsors Ready for the ultimate nostalgia vacation? Join us aboard The 80s Cruise, the world's greatest floating celebration of 1980s music and pop culture. Sail with legendary artists, enjoy exclusive events, and hang out with fellow fans who still know every word to their favorite '80s songs. Use promo code STUCK when booking and receive $250 in onboard credit per cabin. For more information, visit The 80s Cruise and tell them your friends from Stuck in the '80s sent you.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Rizzuto Show accidentally becomes the FBI of lunch when Rafe embarks on a highly scientific sandwich reconnaissance mission that quickly spirals into one of the greatest culinary betrayals of modern history.After yesterday's LeGrand's sandwich feast, questions remained. Important questions. Questions like: Who ate the last sandwich? Why did Rafe immediately end up at Penn Station? And most importantly, why was every sandwich somehow loaded with onions despite specifically trying to avoid onions?This episode begins with a completely normal discussion about Letterkenny Live coming to town before veering directly into a full-blown sandwich investigation. Rafe reports back from his undercover visit to Penn Station, where he encountered slippery floors, mysterious customers, questionable air conditioning, suspicious fries, and enough onions to launch an international incident. Moon defends his beloved Penn Station while everyone else attempts to determine whether the establishment is a restaurant, a social experiment, or a front for something far stranger.As the evidence piles up, the crew debates bread quality, sandwich chain rankings, air fryers, and whether Jimmy John's bread should be classified as food, flotation device, or building material.Then it's time for Crap on Celebrities, featuring Green Day's upcoming movie New Year's Rev, Christopher Nolan movie rankings, the ongoing Beckham family feud, Home Improvement reboot rumors, and a look at the upcoming Social Network sequel starring Jeremy Strong as Mark Zuckerberg.The chaos continues when the gang dives into a debate over the greatest TV and movie vehicles of the 1980s. The General Lee, Ecto-1, KITT, the Family Truckster, Christine, Ferris Bueller's Ferrari, and more all enter the conversation as Moon somehow finds a way to turn the segment into a masterclass on obscure movie cars nobody else remembers.Along the way you'll also hear:Letterkenny Live excitementBret Michaels coming to townThe world's saddest Penn Station dining roomThe mystery of the fake-bearded customerWhy fries belong in cupsChristopher Nolan argumentsProperty Brothers confusionDavid Beckham's Hollywood honorThe Skarsgård family group chatWeirdly passionate bread discussionsClassic movie car nostalgiaAnd enough sarcasm to power an entire cityIf you're looking for a daily comedy show packed with ridiculous stories, pop culture commentary, food reviews gone wrong, celebrity gossip, and absolutely unnecessary debates about sandwich bread, you've come to the right place.This daily comedy show proves once again that no topic is too small to become a full-blown argument. Whether it's onions, movies, family feuds, or fictional vehicles, the crew somehow finds a way to make everything significantly more complicated.Thanks for making The Rizzuto Show part of your routine. We remain committed to delivering the finest daily comedy show content that can somehow turn a lunch order into a 45-minute conspiracy theory.Follow The Rizzuto Show → https://linktr.ee/rizzshow for more from your favorite daily comedy show.Connect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast online → https://1057thepoint.com/RizzShow.Hear The Rizz Show daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point | Hubbard Radio in St. Louis, MO.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ann Sather's last day on Belmont is June 28. City Cast Chicago contributor Adora Namigadde explains why the closure feels so significant. Plus, contributor Leigh Giangreco reflects on Chicago bike safety after city transportation worker Riley O'Neil was killed while biking in Bridgeport. Plus, we're talking about how we'd play hooky like Ferris Bueller and what we think is actually overhyped about summertime Chi. Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this Thursday, June 11 episode: Visit Bloomington Friends of San Damiano Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

Hour One of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with the Knicks comeback being compared to the Patriots and Falcons. Hosts Sara Walsh, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o, and Willie Colon discuss Lamar Jackson on the new look Ravens. Patrick Mahomes reworked deal with the Chiefs. Ferris Bueller's Day Off is 40 years old and Kyle celebrates with quotes asking NFL questions. Plus, Kayvon Thibodeaux on the Giants' defense being 'cursed' in a good way. Stay tuned for Charlotte Jones and Greg Olsen coming up in Hour 2 of the GMFB Podcast! The Good Morning Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast NetworkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Emily Blunt joins to discuss starring in the highly anticipated Steven Spielberg summer blockbuster ‘Disclosure Day.' Also, the stars of ‘Ferris Bueller's Day Off,' Matthew Broderick and Alan Ruck, reflect on the beloved classic's 40th anniversary. Plus, Curry Barker stops by to discuss his meteoric rise from internet creator to director of the box-office hit ‘Obsession.' And, the hottest deals on skin care, makeup, and beauty products. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thank goodness for John Hughes! Is Ferris Bueller the angel or the devil of this beautiful comedy? Let's discuss!

Hour 1: Mason opens up about how she went viral on social media. Spoiler alert: it was oversharing. People are worried about Justin Beiber… again. Is Ryan Reynolds distancing himself from Blake Lively? Jlo is in her single era. So is Mason. Is Sabrina Carpenter too short for fashion? It SNOWED in Tahoe. Vinnie is still on the hunt for the perfect deodorant. There was an explosion of a chemical tank in Washington State. “No more, we're FULL!” - Charlotte, NC. Plus, lazy gigs that pay a ton. Hour 2: A famous OnlyFans model turned down $15 Million for this reason. Matty would sell it for WAY less. RFK Jr. got bit by snakes. Come see Matty at Carrington College today! Looking down is bad for your neck. We don't have any suggestions on how to help, but there it is. Being single has its perks. First off, no one will eat your burrito, and you can nap anytime you want! Hour 3: Let's talk about Summer House! Amanda and West “defended' their actions in part 1 of the reunion, and no one is impressed. Lil Wayne is engaged! A local road rage incident ended in a shooting. A bizarre real estate investment in San Francisco. Looking for a way to connect with nature? Cheek out The Friends of Sausal Creek! A Pickleball player finally lost their cool. Summer is coming! It's time to figure out what to do with those kids. Don't forget about Bob's Movie Club. Tomorrow we are discussing ‘Ferris Bueller's Day Off.' Hour 4: Sydney Sweeney is selling her bath water… again?! Dakota Johnson and Chris Martin - are they together or what? The All American Rejects says artists should be held accountable for their high ticket prices. Pierre Deny of ‘Emily in Paris' passed away suddenly. Russell Crowe wants to know why you have a problem with him. The gang is fortunate enough to have seen a TON of live music. Here are their favorite experiences!

Let's talk about Summer House! Amanda and West “defended' their actions in part 1 of the reunion, and no one is impressed. Lil Wayne is engaged! A local road rage incident ended in a shooting. A bizarre real estate investment in San Francisco. Looking for a way to connect with nature? Cheek out The Friends of Sausal Creek! A Pickleball player finally lost their cool. Summer is coming! It's time to figure out what to do with those kids. Don't forget about Bob's Movie Club. Tomorrow we are discussing ‘Ferris Bueller's Day Off.'