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This week on The First Run, Chris and Matt discuss the latest Steven Spielberg joint about aliens and stuff. It's ‘Disclosure Day'! Featuring Hollywood it-boy Josh O'Connor, Emily Blunt as a couple folks drawn into a conspiracy involving extra terrestrials, the government, and you! Chris then closes out the show with the big releases on physical media. So sit down, keep a look out for animals and preprared to be awed. Or gently rocked to sleep. Possibly annoyed?00:00-14:23: Intro/Disclosure Day14:24-19:06: Physical Media Picks19:07-21:29: Wrap UpTheme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

This week on The First Run, Chris and Matt head back to the 80's and the glorious cartoons that served as nothing more than glorified toy advertisements with an all new version of ‘Masters of the Universe'! Chris haphazardly inserts the discussion of the 1987 ‘Masters Of The Universe' film originally discussed 2016 as part of their 80's Nostalgia Marathon. As a treat. Then closes out the show by breaking down the stuff you have to have in order to feel fulfilled with the Physical Media Releases for the week! Good journey fair listeners! 00:00-22:37: Intro/Master Of The Universe22:38-33:48: Masters Of The Universe ('87)33:49-42:44: Physical Media Picks42:45-44:13: OutroTheme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

This week on The First Run, Chris and Matt decide to delve into their subconscious' in an attempt to work out the deep hostilities bubbling just underneath the surface of the show. Who knows what horrors will be revealed this episode as they discuss, ‘Backrooms'! Then don't worry your pretty little weird pirate heads. Chris will reveal the big releases on Physical Media. Let's get freaky!00:00-18:12: Intro/Backrooms18:13-23:02: Physical Media Picks23:03-25:01: Wrap UpTheme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

This week on The First Run, Chris and Matt see if Disney can get Star Wars back up off the mat with ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu'—where the cuteness meter, the “is that really Pedro Pascal?” question, and at least one eyebrow-raising cameo all come into play. Then they hop over to Disney+ for ‘Punisher: One Last Kill', with Jon Bernthal bringing the rage, the trauma, and a body count that suggests OSHA should get involved. After that, Chris does what he does best: hurts Matt's bank account with the latest physical media temptations, including a fresh batch of SteelBooks and a couple of Criterion classics.00:00-25:28: Intro/The Mandalorian and Grogu25:29-36:31: The Punisher: One Last Kill36:32-42:26: Physical Media Picks42:27-44:45: Wrap UpTheme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

Star Wars is a highly debated property within the fandom whenever a new story comes out. Jim and A.Ron are doing exactly that. Between the humor, action, and new ships, what was good and what was not about Mando and Grogu's latest adventure? Join the club at support.baldmove.com for the full First Run review along with many other perks!   Our next First Run Bald Movie is Disclosure Day (2026) by Steven Spielberg! Hey there!  Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts! Join the Club! Join the discussion:  Email | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us: Twitch | YouTube | Twitter  |  Instagram  |  Facebook Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The First Run, Chris and Matt discuss the horror film sweeping the nation, ‘Obsession'. One of Chris' favorite horror tropes, the monkey's paw story get s new spin. This time we're focusing on the length's man-child will go to in order to get the woman he loves to reciprocate his feelings. There's also the big releases on Physical Media, including a classic 80's adventure and a couple Oscar nominated performances. But wait, Matt and Chris also decide who their desert island actor is. Who's filmography would you want to be stuck with.00:00-22:58: Intro/Obsession22:59-28:47: Physical Media Picks28:48-35:21: Desert Island Actor 35:22-37:14: Wrap UpTheme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

This week on The First Run, Matt and Chris check out ‘Mortal Kombat II'. The franchise reboot continues with nary a Christopher Lambert Raiden insight. After the lackluster relaunch back in 2021, can the ill-fated franchise fight back? We know there are going to be fatalities but are there going to be Animalities? Babalities?! FRIENDSHIPS?!? One can dream. 00:00-16:11: Intro/Mortal Kombat II16:12-22:38: Physical Media Picks22:39-23:53: Wrap Up Theme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

In this episode of The RunThrough Podcast, Lola Clinton-Hayward joins Ben Sheppard to share how running, wellness and community have completely changed her life.Lola opens up about discovering self development during lockdown, studying psychology, and how one small step into running eventually led to marathons, major races and the creation of Stride and Thrive Club, an all girls running and wellness community in London.She talks honestly about confidence, mental health, building “brain evidence”, the fear of being seen trying, and why starting small can change everything. From nobody turning up to her first run club to building a thriving community, Lola's story is a brilliant reminder that one run, one decision or one moment of courage can shift your whole direction.Lola Clinton-Hayward - https://www.instagram.com/_lolach/Ben Sheppard - https://www.instagram.com/bensheppard93/

This week on The First Run, Chris and Matt discuss Damian McCarthy's ‘Hokum'. It's McCarthy's Hollywood debut after finding indie success with ‘Caveat' and ‘Oddity'. Adam Scott stars in this ghost/witch//mystery/thriller that begs the question, what even is reality, man?!? Then Chris closes out the show by sharing the big releases on Physical Media with a major announcement!00:00-09:11: Intro/Hokum 09:12-19:20: Physical Media Picks + 19:21-22:11: Wrap UpTheme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

A horse named Great Tempo was completely off the screen with less than half a mile left in the 2026 Kentucky Derby and still won the race — and that moment broke something open for me about what it means to stay in your race when everything looks hopeless. In this episode, I break down three powerful lessons from that comeback that apply directly to your business, your goals, and your life. If you're still breathing, you're still in the race, and that means you still have a shot. Key Takeaways Being last does not mean you are out — the only position that matters is where you are at the finish line, not the halfway point. Human odds and outside opinions are not facts — somebody has to win, and that somebody can always be you. While everyone else fights for position and burns energy bumping into each other, running your own race without the noise can be your biggest advantage. Being in the back early is not a weakness — it can mean you arrive fresh, conserved, and ready when it counts most. Sometimes winning requires swinging wide, going the extra distance, and being comfortable being alone on the outside while everyone else crowds the middle. Action Steps Write down the one goal or race you have been quietly giving up on because you feel too far behind, then ask yourself honestly: am I still in the race? If yes, recommit today. Identify where you have been burning energy trying to keep up with others or chasing validation instead of running your own strategy, and cut one of those distractions this week. Get comfortable with the outside lane. Pick one area of your life where you are willing to go farther than everyone else, even if it looks unconventional on paper, and commit to that path. Notable Quote It doesn't matter what place I'm in at the one mile mark — it matters what place I'm in at the one point two five mile mark.

This week on the First Run, Matt and Chris check out the latest from Jorma Taccone with ‘Over Your Dead Body', where two long time partners go to a cabin in the woods, each with plans to kill the other. They swear this isn't art imitating the lives of long running podcast hosts. Trust them. Then there's the rundown of big releases on Physical Media.00:00-19:00: Intro/Over Your Dead Body19:01-24:41: Physical Media24:42-26:03: Wrap UpTheme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

This week in The First Run, Chris and Matt discuss Evil Dead Rises 2: ‘Lee Cronin's The Mummy'. After a solid effort with ‘The Hole In The Ground', followed up with ‘Evil Dead Rise', Cronin takes on the beloved horror monster and gives it a twist. Then there's the big releases on Physical Media. All this and likely more on this week's program.00:00-13:19: Intro/Lee Cronin's The Mummy13:20-19:36: Physical Media Picks19:37-21:59: Wrap UpTheme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

This week on The First Run, Chris and Matt check out the new ‘Faces Of Death'! The film that dares to ask, does watching violence beget violence? The answer: yeah, dude. Can the refresh compete with the first viral video, banned in 46 countries no less! Plus Chris runs down the big releases on Physical Media.00:00-20:56: Intro/Faces of Death (2026) 20:57-27:26: Physical Media Picks27:27-30:14: Wrap UpTheme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

This week on The First Run, as the Super Mario Galaxy film rakes in over $372 million, Chris and Matt discuss the latest film from Julia Ducournau, ‘Alpha'! The director of ‘Raw' and ‘Titane' returns with a different kind of horror. Leaning more into metaphor and drama. But is there any hot lady on car action or cannibalism? Chris reveals the big releases on Physical Media, and more!00:00-12:25: Intro/Alpha12:26-18:11: Physical Media Picks18:12-20:58: Wrap UpTheme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

This week on The First Run, Matt and Chris count to 10 and go on the hunt for the devil...for some reason...in ‘Ready or Not 2: Here I Come'. Then, back by popular demand for one show only(?), Chris will give you the rundown of the big releases on physical media. 00:00-18:21: Intro/Ready Or Not 2: Here I Come18:22-23:29: Physical Media Picks23:30-25:18: Wrap UpTheme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

The Awards Ceremony MUST be watched first, all deliberations are optional. The deliberations are there for if you desire the excruciating details. Unlike many other, actual awards shows that are taken seriously by the industry, we're not content to merely rip open some envelopes and throw some confetti and that's that. Oh, no. We sweat the details and record audio of all the debates Jim and A.Ron have had to arrive at the final winners. If you disagree with their rankings and ratings, these deliberations will be show the math. Jim and A.Ron discuss: Baldies 2025 Coverage: The Baldies 2025 Awards Ceremony Deliberations 1 | Best Comedy, Best First Run Movies Deliberations 2 | Biggest Disappointment, Best Debut Pilot Deliberations 3 | Best TV Drama, Best Supporting Actor, Biggest Surprise Deliberations 4 | Highest Risk/Reward, Shitface Villain, Biggest Badass, Best Lead Actor Hey there!  Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts! Join the Club! Join the discussion: Email | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us: Twitch | YouTube | Twitter  |  Instagram  |  Facebook Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The First Run, Chris and Matt are joined by Darin Lundberg of NostalgiaCast and Back To Bluey to discuss Milana Vayntrub's latest film, ‘Project Hail Mary', featuring Ryan Gosling and Sandra Hüller, and directed by Phil Lord & Chris Miller, the team behind the Spider-Verse series. Does Ms. Vayntrub finally get the recognition she deserves as one of the planet's pre-eminent actors, comedians, and greatest all-round human beings? Is this gag barely amusing given the disturbing amount of online sexual harassment she's received. Possibly? I think so. So let's move on dear listener and discuss what some are describing as an heart-warming sc-fi insta-classic. 00:00-32:23: Intro/Project Hail Mary32:24-35:17: Wrap UpTheme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

This week on The First Run, Chris and Matt find out first hand why this is a movie podcast and not a spooky cast with the haunted podcast flick ‘Undertone'. Then, they give your the results of their annual battle royale for the Oscar winners, an awards show they have opinions on but stopped watching years ago. 00:00-20:25: Intro/Undertone20:26-27:08: 2026 Oscars Wrap Up27:09-29:22: Wrap-Up Theme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

Dale and Amy are back with a chaotic, story-packed episode after a busy stretch on the road, featuring a rough morning scramble, a forehead injury that ends with a Peppa Pig band-aid, and some wild kid antics involving scissors and scabs. Plus, the Dirty Shirley drink of the week sparks a hilarious conversation about getting older and how your body starts doing unexpected things. They also recap their family ski trip in Colorado, from first-time skiing and a few big falls (not on the slopes) to fearless kids, chair lift struggles, and a tubing trip that turns into a full-on “ask for the manager” moment. Add in a dentist visit that somehow requires a chaperone, a missed tooth fairy situation, and a fun round of Ask Amy, and you've got an episode full of laughs, parenting moments, and plenty of chaos. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to The First Run 2026 Oscars special! Chris and Matt share their predictions for the big 6 categories: Best Supporting Actress/Actor, Best Actor/Actress, Direction, and Best Picture. You can also review Matt and Chris' selections for all the other categories as well as they've linked their ballots in the show notes. Enjoy and good luck on your Oscars Pool!Theme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

This week on The First Run, Chris and Matt celebrate their 800th episode by paying tribute to all you brides out there! First up, Jessie Buckley leads Maggie Gyllenhaal's (let's say) reinterpreting of the classic Universal horror film, with ‘The Bride!'. Then it's on to one of Scalzo's holy grails, ‘Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair'. Has the wait been worth it? And in classic TFR fashion when they break off another hundo, it's Matt and Chris' 5 Favorite Films from episodes 701 to 800! Now let's get this party started!00:00-23:11: Intro/The Bride!23:12-35:05: Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair35:06-45:27: 5 Favorite Films From Episode 701-80045:28-47:25: Wrap UpTheme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey.

This week on The First Run, Chris and Matt check out the latest film that should have gone straight to streaming but somehow slipped through, ‘How to Make a Killing'. Does Glen Powell retain his positive position over the Tatum Line? And what happens with a black comedy fails on its central premise? Well, Chris goes from indifferent to angry, thanks to Matt's prodding. 00:00-21:52: Intro/How To Make A Killing21:53-26:01: Wrap Up Theme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

This week on The First Run, Chris and Matt venture once more into the breach to assist the always effervescent Sam Rockwell save the future in Gore Verbinski's ‘Good Luck Have Fun Don't Die'! All that and that's about it!00:00-12:33: Intro/Good Luck Have Fun Don't Die12:34-15:15: Robert Duvall15:16-18:06: Wrap UpTheme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

This week on The First Run, Chris and Matt call an audible and decide to watch ‘Whistle', the tale of high schoolers who can't leave well enough alone and being supernaturally punished for it in brutal fashion. A tale as old as time, really. 00:00-16:44: Intro/Whistle 16:45-19:12: Wrap UpTheme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

This week on The First Run, Chris and Matt discuss Sam Raimi's first horror film since ‘Drag Me To Hell' from 2009(!) with ‘Send Help'! And that's it. Actually no, Chris has had a breakthrough with the MCU he's very excited to share with Matt. And that's it. For real this time.00:00-14:38: Intro/Send Help14:39-18:38: Wonder Man18:39-20:57: Wrap UpTheme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

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This week on The First Run, Chris and Matt check out the first true January movie of 2026 with Timur Bekmambetov's ‘Mercy', featuring Hollywood's 4th best Chris (Pratt) and the UK's best Ferguson (Rebecca). Then, the guys discuss the latest from the bro-iest bros in Hollywood, it's Ben Affleck and Matt Damon in Joe Carnahan's ‘The Rip'! Matt and Chris wrap it all up with their 5 Favorite Films of 2025!00:00-12:17: Intro/Mercy12:18-21:41: The Rip21:42-37:16: 5 Favorite Films of 202537:17-41:26: Wrap Up Theme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

This week on The First Run, it's a jumbo-sized program featuring Chris and Matt discussing Nia DiCosta's '28 Years Later: The Bone Temple'. Picking up moments after the previous films, Spike's adventures in the cursed Scottish Highlands continue as Ralph Fiennes's Dr. Ian Kelson and the Jimmy's take center stage. Then 2025 wraps with Park Chan-wook's ‘No Other Choice' as Lee Byung-hun's loss of his job appears to force him to extreme measures to lock up a new job. Matt and Chris then begin the wrap up last year with their Ten Favorite Films of 2025, numbers 10-6!00:00-15:23: Intro/28 Years Later: The Bone Temple15:24-25:19: No Other Choice25:20-38:35: Top 10 Films of 2025: 10-6 38:36-40:47: Wrap UpTheme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey.

This week on The First Run, Chris and Matt discuss the theatrical directorial debut of Charlie Poling's ‘The Plague'. A bunch of punk kids at a waterpolo summer camp encounter something unsettling…themselves. Plus Matt and Chris begin their Top 10 Most Anticipated Films, starting off with numbers 10-6!00:00-16:12: Intro/The Plague16:13-32:10: Most Anticipated Films of 2026: 10-632:11-34:13: Wrap UpTheme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

This week on The First Run, the buzz outweighs Chris and Matt's misgivings when they check out the latest from Josh Safdie, ‘Marty Supreme'. Then, because the guys have some kind of a laugh outside of movies for the show, they break down the top 5 other things they enjoyed in 2025. 00:00-16:25: Intro/Marty Supreme16:26-19:19: RIP MTV19:20-41:52: 5 Other Things We Enjoyed in 202541:53-45:23: Wrap Up Theme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

This week on The First Run, Chris and Matt travel once more to Pandora as the Avatar franchise returns with ‘Avatar: Fire And Ash'. This time we're introduced to a new clan, the Mangkwan. A group of of raiders on the edge of survival willing to do anything to maintain their existence. Just how far, and how long, will they go? Well, I can at least guarantee to you this episode won't be over 3 hours long. Be lucky to break 30. 00:00-17:01: Intro/Avatar: Fire And Ash17:02-21:03: Wrap UpTheme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

Top Stories for December 23rd Publish Date: December 23rd From the BG AD Group Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. Today is Tuesday, December 23rd and Happy Birthday to Eddie Vedder I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by KIA Mall of Georgia. Christkindl Market heading into final days of first run in Lawrenceville Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 66 hosts annual Cops and Kids Christmas event EXPLORING GWINNETT'S HISTORY: Christmas in the past All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen daily and subscribe! Break 1: Kia Mall of Georgia - Sugar Hill Ice Skating Rink Final STORY 1: Christkindl Market heading into final days of first run in Lawrenceville The Atlanta Christkindl Market has been buzzing with holiday cheer, drawing over 226,000 visitors to downtown Lawrenceville since Thanksgiving. But if you haven’t made it out yet, time’s running out—Christmas Eve is your last chance. This German-inspired market has become a magnet for families across Gwinnett and beyond, offering European treats, handmade ornaments, and festive vibes. City Manager Chuck Warbington predicts the final tally will top 320,000 visitors. The market, at 210 Luckie St., is open daily now through Christmas Eve. Hours vary, so check ahead—and maybe book a Santa photo while you’re at it. STORY 2: Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 66 hosts annual Cops and Kids Christmas event Holiday traditions come in all shapes—carols, candles, big family dinners, and gift exchanges. But for the past 35 years, Gwinnett law enforcement has added its own twist: one December night dedicated to giving back. On Thursday, officers from 10 Gwinnett departments gathered at the Walmart on Lawrenceville Highway for the annual Cops and Kids Christmas. They strolled the aisles with families, helping kids pick out toys and clothes—making sure there’d be something under the tree. For many officers, this event is tradition. This year, 61 families and 104 kids were treated to gifts, Christmas dinner fixings, and even a “blessing box” from Hebron Baptist Church. For officers, it’s more than just shopping—it’s a chance to connect with the community and show a different side of law enforcement. More than 100 officers, plus Gwinnett Police Explorers, joined in this year. STORY 3: EXPLORING GWINNETT'S HISTORY: Christmas in the past When we think about Christmases past, it’s easy to romanticize them—quiet, simple, less commercial. Maybe we picture what our grandparents described or scenes from old books, but the truth? It all depends. Time, place, culture, class—Christmas looked different for everyone. By the 1800s, Christmas shifted toward family. Homemade gifts, carols, and decorated trees became staples. For enslaved people, though, the holiday was bittersweet—sometimes a brief reprieve, sometimes more work. In Gwinnett’s early days, Christmas was simple. Handmade decorations, maybe a church service, and stockings filled with candy, nuts, and—if you were lucky—an orange. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info. We’ll be right back Break 2: Ingles Markets STORY 4: ART BEAT: Instructor Jae Montano helps people find 'The Joy of Painting' Jae Montano doesn’t believe in mistakes—just “happy accidents.” A Certified Bob Ross Instructor (one of only 18 in Georgia), she’s made it her mission to share the joy of painting, one brushstroke at a time. Born in Seoul, South Korea, Jae didn’t start painting until the pandemic hit. Stuck at home, she stumbled across Bob Ross on YouTube and was hooked. That spark led her to classes with Steve Ross, Bob’s son, and eventually to becoming a certified instructor herself in 2022. Now, Jae teaches Ross’s wet-on-wet technique across Atlanta and Gwinnett, helping students create dreamy landscapes without fear or perfectionism. You can catch her at festivals like Suwanee Arts and Duluth Spring and Fall, or shop her work at Suwanee and John’s Creek Art Centers. For classes and more, visit www.paintingwithjae.com. STORY 5: HOUSING MATTERS: Georgians struggle with cost of living more than most Americans The cost of living is crushing. For some, it’s meant bouncing between overpriced motels; for others, it’s homelessness. Here’s a look at the latest on affordable housing and the fight against homelessness: Georgia ranks 8th in financial struggle: A United Way study puts Georgia in the top 10 states where people can’t afford basics like food, gas, and housing. Nearly 34% of adults are behind on rent or mortgage, and 41% struggle with daily expenses. Nationwide, 42% of households can’t cover essentials—13% live in poverty, while 29% are stuck in the “ALICE” gap: earning too much for aid, but not enough to get by. Warming centers hiring Gwinnett’s warming centers open when temps hit 35°F or below, offering meals and shelter. They’re hiring attendants ($18/hour) to work 5:30 p.m.–7 a.m. Apply at gwinnettcounty.com/WarmingStationsJob. It’s tough out there—help is out there too. Break 3: DTL HOLIDAY INTERVIEW GDP_DTL_MARK BERENS_122325_FINAL STORY 6: Gwinnett school board drops high schools from cell phone ban Gwinnett County Public Schools will follow the new state law banning cell phones in K-8 classrooms, but high schools? Not yet. The school board voted 3-2 last week to ban personal devices—phones, smartwatches, tablets, headphones—in elementary and middle schools. Originally, the plan included high schools too, but that part was dropped after some debate. Why? Flexibility. “High schoolers have jobs, leave early, and have different responsibilities,” said Vice Chairwoman Tarece Johnson-Morgan. Still, the state might force the issue soon. Lawmakers are already eyeing a high school ban for 2026. For now, the K-8 ban covers the entire school day—class, recess, even assemblies. Exceptions? Only for students with special needs. STORY 7: Atlanta's Christmas Day forecast sees temperatures near record high It’s not exactly sweater weather, folks—Christmas in Atlanta is shaping up to feel more like a spring fling. Highs are expected to hit the low to mid-70s, putting this year in the running for one of the warmest Christmas Days on record. The all-time high? A toasty 75 degrees back in 2015. By Christmas Eve, most of metro Atlanta will bask in the 70s, while the North Georgia mountains hover in the 60s. Rain? Not likely. Just sunshine, warmth, and maybe a little disbelief. 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This week on The First Run, Matt and Chris check out the latest accent from Daniel Craig in Rian Johnson's latest Knives Out mystery, ‘Wake Up Dead Man'. Then Chris will give you his thoughts on the 2025 remake of ‘Silent Night, Deadly Night'. Chris and Matt close out the how by spending a little time saying farewell to the late, great Rob Reiner. 00:00-16:24: Wake Up Dead Man16:25-24:00: Silent Night, Deadly Night 202524:01-31:59: In Memoriam: Rob Reiner32:00-37:19: Wrap Up Theme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

This week on The First Run, Chris and Matt discuss the latest by the French husband and wife directing team, Hélène Cattet's & Bruno Forzani's ‘Reflection In A Dead Diamond'. Known for the striking visual storytelling style, this time they tackle the euro-spy thrillers. Is it a wonderfully mad mash-up of visuals and narrative? Or unintelligible mess? Plus, Chris shares his thoughts on the proposed Netflix/Warner Bros. merger. And there's news about a certain impossible to find 4k steelbook. All this, and more!00:00-10:59: Intro/Reflection In A Dead Diamond11:00-15:44: Rare Steelbooks, Flesh Of The Gods, et al15:45-27:20: Netflix & WB Merger27:21-30:27: Wrap UpTheme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

This week on The First Run, Matt and Chris take a long, dreamy train ride to nowhere, or the answer to everything, with ‘Train Dreams'. Not Train Wars like Chris keeps wanting to call it. 00:00-14:27: Intro/Train Dreams14:28-30:04: Wrap-up Theme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

This week on The First Run, Chris and Matt venture once more to the 1940's to watch a legendary Finish warrior dispatch a bunch more baddies in ‘Sisu: Road To Revenge'. Plus it's the return of Matt's favorite guest with the 2025 Gift Guide for the Movie Lover in your life! Or just yourself.00:00-15:05: Intro/ Sisu: Road To Revenge15:06-29:47: 2025 Holiday Gift Guide29:48-32:30: Wrap UpTheme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

This week on The First Run, Chris and Matt check out the latest from Edgar Wright with ‘The Running Man', a dystopian film that dares to ask "What would you for $1 billion new bucks?" Also Matt had some technical difficulties with his microphone but it gets better after the intro! 00:00-20:05: Intro/The Running Man20:06-29:30: Rank ‘Em: Edgar Wright's Films 29:31-31:39: Wrap-UpTheme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

This week on The First Run, Chris and Matt delve back into the Predator-verse! On this adventure, we eschew the Predator trope of the hunter villain, for a story about a honor, redemption, and cliche. Then Yorgos Lanthimos, Emma Stone, and America's Sweet heart, Jesse Plemons reunite for the latest off-center cinematic experience with Bugonia! 00:00-14:21: Intro/Predator: Badlands14:22-24:48 Bugonia24:49-27:32: Wrap Up Theme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

This week on The First Run, Chris and Matt check out the latest from Guillermo the Bull Frankenstein. It gets pretty heated discussing the merits of Mia Goth so you don't want to miss this one!00:00-14:20: Intro/Frankenstein14:20-23:52: Miscellany/Wrap Up FindHelp.orgTheme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

Happy Halloween! This week on The First Run, Matt exercised his veto on musical bio-pics, sorry ‘Deliver Me From Nowhere'. Instead it's the puppy perspective horror film, ‘Good Boy'! Then to keep the Halloween season going, it's the latest in Shudder's horror anthology, ‘V/H/S: Halloween'! Chris has some news for Matt that make him a super happy boy too! Then Matt and Chris close out the show where the last 4 watched, Letterboxd style! Finally, if you're food insecure, check out FindHelp.org for assistance near you.00:00-11:22: Intro/Good Boy11:23-29:38: V/H/S: Halloween29:39-37:32: Wrap UpTheme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

This week on The First Run, Matt and Chris break out of the basement and head to camp with ghosts and dead serial killers in tow with ‘Black Phone 2'. Chris will then give you his thoughts on the latest from Jason Statham, ‘A Working Man'. 00:00-18:48: Intro/Black Phone 218:49-25:42: A Working Man25:43-30:01: Wrap-UpTheme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

This week on The First Run, the official movie podcast of Antifa, Chris and Matt return the anti-franchise that is Tron. Does Disney finally succeed and make a good Tron movie and justify their repeated attempts to build a franchise? And how about that Jared Leto?!? All this and MORE!00:00-18:38: Intro/Tron: Ares18:39-24:51: Wrap UpTheme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

Start Artist Song Time Album Year Deep Purple Woman from Tokyo 5:42 Who Do We Think We Are 1973 0:06:23 Fleetwood Mac Woman of 1000 Years 5:20 Future Games 1971 0:12:05 Marathon Medicine Man 6:26 The First Run 1994 0:19:00 Hollies Long Cool Woman (In A Black Dress) 3:12 Distant Light 1971 0:22:40 R.E.M. Man […]

This week on The First Run, Chris and Matt check out ‘The Smashing Machine', the latest from Benny Safdie and Dwayne Johnson about the life of famed MMA fighter Mark Kerr. Is this The Rock's best performance? Tune in to find out!00:00-15:45: Intro/The Smashing Machine15:46-22:26: Wrap-UpTheme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

This week on The First Run, Chris and Matt discuss the latest from auteur Paul Thomas Anderson featuring Mr. Leonardo DiCaprio, ‘One Batter After Another'. Be described as THE film of 2025, does the film deliver on its almost universal praise? Or is it another tepid entry after ‘Licorice Pizza'? After that, Matt and Chris do their best to rank Anderson's films. How will their rankings stack up against yours? Listen on, patriots! 00:00-20:57: Intro/One Battle After Another20:58-29:54: Rank ‘Em: PTA29:55-34:17: Wrap Up Theme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-BeyBrooke Obie: One Fetish After Another: PTA Exploits Black Women and Averts Revolution

This week on The First Run, Chris and Matt check out the latest film from Jordan Peele's Monkey's Paw Productions, ‘HIM'. It's a film that combines two of America's favorite pastimes...football and Satanism. It's another confusing episode of The First Run, buckle up!00:00-16:19: Intro/HIM16:20-20:24: Wrap-UpTheme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

This week on The First Run, Chris and Matt lace up their Air Jordan's and start stretching for the latest Stephen King big screen adaptation, ‘ The Long Walk'. Is it the perfect time for a dystopian thriller to take our minds off of, you know, everything? Then the legendary metal band Spinal Tap returns with ‘Spinal Tap II: The End Continues'. Can the David, Nigel, and Derek still dial things up to 11? Matt and Chris then bring back the final segment in honor of Robert Redford's passing with their 5 Favorite Robert Redford Films.00:00-18:08: Intro/The Long Walk18:09-21:14: Physical Media Picks (?)21:15-27:48: Spinal Tap II: The End Continues27:49-41:06: 5 Favorite Robert Redford Films41:07-42:26: Wrap UpTheme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

This week on The First Run, Matt and Chris reluctantly go to the Warren well one last time with ‘The Conjuring: Last Rites'. Can James Wan's dwindling franchise be saved with this one last adventure into the darkness? Then Chris will give you the skinny on Spike Lee's latest joint, ‘Highest 2 Lowest'. How does Lee's version of Kurosawa's classic ‘High And Low' fare with Denzel devouring the scenery? Finally, they wrap up the show with the definitive rankings of The Conjuring films. 00:00-15:12: Intro/The Conjuring: Last Rites15:13-24:42: Highest2Lowest24:43-35:11: Rank ‘Em: The Conjuring Franchise35:12-36:42: Wrap Up Theme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

Jones and Keefe are not worried about Aroldis Chapman after he allowed his first run since July in a loss to the Athletics. What should the team do with Payton Tolle after two shaky starts since his electric debut? Kyle Harrison finally made his Red Sox debut, does management trust him moving forward?

This week on The First Run, Chris and Matt both get their own personal movie picks! First up, they get involved in a non-heist heist as they discuss Darren Aronofsky's latest, ‘Caught Stealing', featuring Elvis and Catwoman. Then Macon Blair's reboot of the classic Troma movie ‘Toxic Avenger', in the can since 2023, finally gets a theatrical release! Can you possibly improve upon a beloved b-movie masterpiece? All that and more on another toxic (in a good way) episode of The First Run! 00:00-12:50: Intro/Caught Stealing12:51-25:04: The Toxic Avenger 25:05-29:21: Andor/Outro Theme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey