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It's Die Hard in a mansion!This week on DIE HARD ON A BLANK we're discussing the 2005 Bruce Willis action-thriller HOSTAGE! And to break it all down we brought in special guest Jim Penola!After a fatal miscalculation in a previous siege, hostage negotiator Jeff Talley (Bruce Willis) quits the LAPD and becomes the police chief of a small, quiet, remote California town. However, Talley is thrust back into the limelight when a trio of young criminals rob the mansion of the wealthy local figure Walter Page (Kevin Pollak) and take his children hostage. When the siege goes public, the situation becomes further complicated when it is revealed that Page is a mob accountant. The mysterious criminal syndicate then pressurize Talley to retrieve a valuable item from the house, putting Talley and his own family between a rock and a hard place. Given its presence and its leading actor, it's a film positively overflowing with DIE HARD DNA…yet unlike the 1988 Christmas classic, HOSTAGE has a particularly mean-spirited and abrasive tone. To make sense of this picture, we enlisted the help of Jim Penola, a connoisseur of the “home invasion” movie, and together the guys discuss this film in the wider context of the “action-horror” subgenre, the French extremist movement, and Bruce Willis' career. They hand out awards in the DIE HARD OSCARS and pit their wits against the quizmaster in the Double Jeopardy section! You won't feel like a hostage listening to this episode!!! (etc. etc.)TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HCt4L7RPweEAt the time of release, HOSTAGE is streaming on Hoopla in the US, and is available to rent or buy on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV/iTunes, YouTube, Fandango and all the usual platforms! It is also available on physical media! Click here to subscribe to our Patreon feed 48 HOURS OF BUDDY MOVIES!www.patreon.com/48hoursofbuddymovies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello classmates!The gang's all here! PLUS… Labubu: The story behind the doll, and dueling Scrooges coming to a theater near youVisit the YouTube channel Saturdays @ 12:30 PM Pacific to get in on the live stream, or just watch this episode rather than just listen!Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@middleclassfilmclassThis Episode:https://youtu.be/jl_Sht1pMJshttp://www.MCFCpodcast.comhttps://www.twitch.tv/MCFCpodcasthttp://www.facebook.com/MCFCpodcasthttp://www.twitter.com/podcastMCFChttp://www.tiktok.com/middleclassfilmclasshttp://www.instagram.com/middleclassfilmclassEmail: MCFCpodcast@gmail.comLeave us a voicemail at (209) 283-1716Merch store - https://middle-class-film-class.creator-spring.com/Join the Patreon:www.patreon.con/middleclassfilmclassPatrons:JavierJoel ShinnemanLinda McCalisterHeather Sachs https://twitter.com/DorkOfAllDorksChris GeigerDylanMitch Burns Robert Stewart JasonAndrew Martin Dallas Terry Jack Fitzpatrick Mackenzie MinerBinge Daddy DanAngry Otter (Michael)Trip AffleckJoseph Navarro     Pete Abeytaand Tyler NoeStreaming Picks:Night Nurse - HBO MaxFrankenstein 2025 - NetflixDinner in America - Roku, Kanopy, Plex, TubiThe Ring - Kanopy, Hoopla, TubiDeath Becomes Her - NetflixHalloween H20 - HBO MaxThe Perfect Neighbor - Netflix

In this episode of Medium Lady Talks, Erin sits down with watercolor artist and author Jaime Townzen for a heartfelt conversation about the shift from caregiving to creativity — and how making art became her most powerful source of rest. Jaime shares her story of moving through years of intense caregiving, grief, and the emotional load of motherhood, and how a simple watercolor tutorial in 2020 opened the door to calm, grounding, and a renewed sense of self. Together, Erin and Jaime explore what it means to rest creatively, how small creative acts can quiet anxiety, and why giving ourselves 15 minutes with no “deliverable” can change our whole nervous system. They also dig into the guilt so many women feel when trying to rest, the transition from parenting young kids to supporting aging loved ones, and how to spend less time on your phone by choosing slower, more intentional hobbies. If you've ever said, “I wish I could paint,” or “I wish I had time to write,” this episode will meet you right where you are — and gently nudge you toward the creative practices your future self will thank you for. Together, Erin and Jaime talk about: How making art can regulate your nervous system Why creative hobbies matter even if no one ever sees them The guilt women feel when trying to rest Navigating the shift from raising kids to caring for elders Using creativity to spend less time on your phone Letting go of perfectionism and embracing “just a piece of paper” How small creative rituals can reconnect you to your identity Key Takeaways Creative rest doesn't require talent — it requires time and permission. Your first step isn't “becoming an artist.” It's sitting down. A 15-minute hobby with no deliverable can completely shift your internal state. Caring for others doesn't mean losing yourself. Boundaries create wholeness. Mindful phone use is tiring — and that's why it reduces screen time naturally.

11-13 Giants insider, Andrew Baggarly joins Murph & Markus to break down the GM meetings going down at the moment & all the hoopla regarding Tony Vitello, Joe Maddon, & Buster PoseySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-13 Giants insider, Andrew Baggarly joins Murph & Markus to break down the GM meetings going down at the moment & all the hoopla regarding Tony Vitello, Joe Maddon, & Buster PoseySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we discuss TO LIVE AND DIE IN L.A.. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:06:32). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Kanopy, Hoopla and Tubi) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:06:32). Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week's movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza). And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2025!

Grab your capes, grab your tissues, and get ready to fly into another epic Nerd Book Club adventure! This week, Analese and Rob dive deep into Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, the beautifully bold and heart-wrenchingly heroic comic that has taken the nerd world by storm. We're talking space cowboys, moral quandaries, epic quests, and a Supergirl story that punches you right in the feels — in the best nerdy way possible. Plus, the Nerds ask the real questions, like: how often should heroes get therapy? Could we survive intergalactic travel without snacks? And what exactly counts as a space horse? Saddle up, nerd herd — we're going cosmic. Analese is tired of the same ol' tropes and Rob is loving the space western awesomeness. Also, Dr. Intern Joan is back! As always, we want to hear from YOU! Did you read along? What did you think of Supergirl's story? Who do you want to see in the next Nerd Book Club pick?Don't forget to leave a 5-star rating, share with your fellow nerds, and join us weekly for all the chaotic wholesome joy that is the Nerd Best Friends Podcast. Also in this episode: Nerd Mail, halloween episodes of Buffy, we have 99 problems and Hoopla might be one, naming your top 5 movies of all time, Almost Famous is 25 this year, winning free nerd stuff and 26 for 2026 projects, nerding out over this podcast.Thanks for being part of the Nerd Herd — the nerdiest, best friends on the internet! Subscribers don't forget to look for your EXCLUSIVE reading guide - or go to Patreon now and become a Nerd Herd member to gain exclusive access! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The holidays are here, and let's be honest—it's a lot. In this episode, Sherry and Carly get real about the holiday hustle: the juggling act of running a business, being present for family, and not losing your mind in the process.We're talking boundaries (yes, you can say no), burnout (it's real), and why you shouldn't feel guilty for taking care of you. Plus, how movement, good food, and strong community can be your secret weapons this season.This one's like a warm hug and a pep talk, wrapped up in tinsel. Tune in, take a breath, and remember—you're not alone.Connect with the Pet Shop Girls!Find us everywhere: https://linktr.ee/petshopgirlsConnect with Carly (House of Paws):https://www.instagram.com/houseofpawsboutiquehttps://www.tiktok.com/@houseofpawsboutiquehttps://www.facebook.com/houseofpawsboutiqueConnect with Sherry (Odyssey Pets):https://www.facebook.com/odysseypetshttps://www.instagram.com/odysseypetshttps://linktr.ee/odysseypetsdallasThe Pet Shop Girls Podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. The views and opinions expressed by our hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of any sponsors or partners. Any business, marketing, or pet care advice shared on this podcast is general in nature and may not apply to your specific situation. The Pet Shop Girls Podcast and its hosts are not liable for any outcomes related to the use of the information discussed.

Mike Hosking's interview this morning with reinstated Silver Ferns coach Dame Noeline Taurua could only have gone one of two ways. She could have spilled the beans. Or she could have danced around the legalities of a gagging order. She could have spilled the beans and made Netball NZ look like a bunch of incompetents. Or she could have played it safe. Funny thing is, she didn't spill the beans - but still managed to make Netball NZ look like a bunch of incompetents, when she said she was never informed why she was stood down and that there was no investigation into the claims made about her. That was the point where the interview was getting really curious and then, bang, she was being ushered away to a TV interview and had to end the call - promising to call back later. It was probably the point too where text messages full of exclamation marks started flying between the honchos at Netball NZ. Prior to that, Dame Noeline had said to Mike that she felt somewhat vindicated being reinstated. She said she was elated to be back but described the last few months as being “very horriffic”. Dame Noeline also confired to Mike that she was constrained in terms of what she could say. She said she could have taken legal action to get her job back - because she believes most of the players support her - but she didn't want Netball NZ money and taxpayer money being blown on lawyers. If I was a suspicious person, I would say that Dame Noeline and her PR minder realised she might have crossed the line talking about the lack of an explanation and the lack of an investigation, and that's why she ended the call. But I did check the TV and she was on-screen a short time after she spoke with Mike. Either way, I think Netball NZ is looking worse today than it has during this whole saga. To stand down its head coach without telling her why and without conducting any sort of investigation screams “Mickey Mouse” to me. And shows why chief executive Jennie Wyllie couldn't explain last week why Dame Noeline was back. This has turned out to be more of a cluster than we thought. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, I'm pulling back the curtain and sharing every system and tool I use to stay organized, land brand deals, and keep my business running while I'm on the go. From pitching tools to project management to the #1 most underrated resource , you'll walk away with practical tools you can plug into your own workflow today. I break down the exact business systems and tools I use daily, weekly, and monthly to manage my travel creator business. If you're a travel influencer or content creator who's ready to turn your creativity into a streamlined business, this episode is packed with tips, tools, and insider tricks.What You'll Learn:

Trick or treat! It's time for the annual Down These Mean Streets Halloween Special! In this king-sized bonus show, we'll hear a parade of stories - both spooky and silly - designed to get you in the spirit of the season. First, big screen horror legend Boris Karloff lends his voice to "The Corridor of Doom," a thriller from Inner Sanctum Mysteries (originally aired on CBS on October 23, 1945). The Great Gildersleeve attends a Halloween party (originally aired on NBC on October 29, 1947) and a Halloween prank backfires on Henry in The Aldrich Family (originally aired on NBC on October 30, 1940). Then, it's ghosts vs. gumshoes in a pair of old time radio mysteries. Michael Shayne finds a dead body in a haunted house in "The Ghost of Moccasin Hill" (originally aired on Mutual on April 9, 1945), and a ghost may be responsible for a murder in a syndicated adventure of Boston Blackie. The Origin of Superstition tells us the story of the Boogey Man in a syndicated show from 1935, and Favorite Story dramatizes Washington Irving's classic "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow." Dorothy McGuire reprises her screen role as The Screen Director's Playhouse adapts "The Spiral Staircase" (originally aired on NBC on November 20, 1949), and Herbert Marshall makes a monster in a Suspense production of "Frankenstein" (originally aired on CBS on November 3, 1953).

On the twenty-seventh night of our #31DaysToHalloween the Mister joins me in reviewing GRETEL & HANSEL (2020), from director Osgood Perkins, the film has a screenplay by Rob Hayes based on the Grimm fairy tale.  Separated from their desperate mother, teenage Gretel (Sophia Lillis) leads her younger brother Hansel (Samuel Leakey) through a desolate, distant fairytale countryside in a desperate search for food and work.  After a long journey, the siblings are lured by the scent of a lavish feast to a strange, black-gabled house in the forest, home to the seemingly kind but unsettling woman (Alice Krige).  As Gretel's protective instincts clash with the woman's manipulative attempts to mentor her in burgeoning dark powers, the siblings begin to uncover the chilling and sinister secrets of the seemingly bottomless pantry and their host's true nature.  The film clocks in at 1 h and 27 m, is rated PG-13 and we caught it on the Hoopla app but you can find it on Prime Video, Pluto TV, Roku Channel, Tubi and to buy/rent on Prime Video. Please note there are SPOILERS in this review.#SupportYourLocalLibrary  @HooplaDigital #GretelAndHansel #JacobGrimm #WilhelmGrimm #RobHayes #OsgoodPerkins #SophiaLillis #Gretel #SamuelLeakey #Hansel #AliceKrige #Witch #JessicaDeGouw #Witch #FionaOShaughnessy #Mother #CharlesBabalola #TheHunter #GiuliaDoherty #BeautifulChild #FairyTale #DarkFantasy #FolkHorror #WitchHorror #Fantasy #Thriller #Mystery #Horror  @Pluto  @RokuUS  @Tubi  @PrimeVideo  #31DaysToHalloween #SpookySeason #Day27 #FridayFamilyFilmNight And in #SpookySeason don't forget to use your powers for good - support our friend KT as she raises funds for the good folks at St. Jude's - any little bit helps and is whole heartedly appreciated by the families who rely on St. Jude's @stjudehttps://fundraising.stjude.org/goto/thewolfmansOpening intro music: GOAT by Wayne Jones, courtesy of YouTube Audio Library

On the twenty-sixth night of our #31DaysToHalloween the Mister and KT join me in reviewing TUCKER AND DALE vs EVIL (2010), from writers Eli Craig and Morgan Jurgenson, the film is directed by Eli Craig.  Tucker (Alan Tudyk) and Dale (Tyler Labine), two kind-hearted but stereotypical-looking "hillbillies," head to their newly purchased vacation cabin in the woods for a relaxing fishing trip and some home renovation.  Their peaceful getaway is interrupted by a group of college students who, due to a series of hilarious and increasingly gruesome misunderstandings, become convinced that Tucker and Dale are murderous backwoods killers.  As the terrified college students attempt to "fight back" or "rescue" their friends, they accidentally cause a series of bizarre and bloody fatalities, leaving the baffled and innocent duo struggling to figure out why these kids are killing themselves all over their property.  The film clocks in at 1 h and 29 m, is rated R and we caught it on Prime Video but you can find it on the Hoopla app as well as Hulu, Pluto TV, Roku Channel, Tubi and to buy/rent on Prime Video. Please note there are SPOILERS in this review.#SupportYourLocalLibrary  @HooplaDigital #TuckerAndDaleVsEvil #EliCraig #MorganJergenson #TylerLabine #Dale #AlanTudyk #Tucker #KatrinaBowden #Allison #JesseMoss #Chad #PhilipGranger #Sheriff #BrandonJayMcLaren #Jason #ChristieLaing #Naomi #ChelanSimmons #Chloe #TravisNelson #Chuck #AlexAresenault #Todd #AdamBeauchesne #Mitch #JosephAllanSutherland #Mike #BuddyComedy #DarkComedy #Farce #Parody #SlasherHorror #Comedy #Horror  @Hulu  @Pluto  @RokuUS  @Tubi  @PrimeVideo ⁠⁠ #31DaysToHalloween #SpookySeason #Day26 #FridayFamilyFilmNight And in #SpookySeason don't forget to use your powers for good - support our friend KT as she raises funds for the good folks at St. Jude's - any little bit helps and is whole heartedly appreciated by the families who rely on St. Jude's @stjudehttps://fundraising.stjude.org/goto/thewolfmansOpening intro music: GOAT by Wayne Jones, courtesy of YouTube Audio Library

On the twenty-fourth night of our #31DaysToHalloween the Mister joins me in reviewing TRAIN TO BUSAN (2016), screenplay from Park Joo-suk and Yeon Sang-ho, the film is directed by Yeon Sang-ho.  A busy, divorced fund manager, Seok-woo, reluctantly agrees to take his young daughter, Su-an, on the KTX bullet train from Seoul to Busan for her birthday, unaware that a deadly zombie virus has just begun rapidly spreading across the country.  Just after the train departs, an infected passenger boards and quickly turns, unleashing a chaotic outbreak among the confined passengers who must now fight their way through the narrow train cars to survive.  As the high-speed train races toward the supposed safety of Busan, Seok-woo and a small group of survivors are forced to battle the relentless hordes while also confronting the worst of human selfishness among the remaining uninfected.  The film clocks in at 1 h and 58 m, is unrated  (but let's say R) and we caught the film on the Hoopla app, but you can watch the film on Netflix and to buy/rent on Prime Video. Please note there are SPOILERS in this review.#SupportYourLocalLibrary @hoopladigital #TrainToBusan #ParkJoo-suk #YeonSang-ho #GongYoo #SeokWoo #JungYuMi #SeongKyeong #MaDongSeok #SangHwa #KimSuAn #SooAn #KimEuiSung #YonSuk #ChoiWooSik #YongGuk #Sohee #JinHee #YeSooJung #InGil #ParkMyungShin #JongGil #ChoiGwiHwa #HomelessMan #JuhngSukYong #CaptainOfKTX LeeJooSil #SeokwooMom #Korean #ZombieHorror #BodyHorror #Horror #Thriller #Tragedy  @hoopladigital @Netflix  @PrimeVideo ⁠⁠ #31DaysToHalloween #SpookySeason #Day24 #FridayFamilyFilmNight And in #SpookySeason don't forget to use your powers for good - support our friend KT as she raises funds for the good folks at St. Jude's - any little bit helps and is whole heartedly appreciated by the families who rely on St. Jude's @stjudehttps://fundraising.stjude.org/site/TR?px=8932826&fr_id=133399&pg=personalOpening intro music: GOAT by Wayne Jones, courtesy of YouTube Audio Library

On the twenty-third night of our #31DaysToHalloween the Mister joins me in reviewing ONE CUT OF THE DEAD (2017), screenplay and directed by Shin'ichirô Ueda from a play "Ghost in the Box!" by Ryoichi Wada.  We do not want to spoil this so we won't, other than to say, RUN DON'T WALK and check out this film.  The film clocks in at 1 h and 36 m, is unrated R and we caught the film on the Hoopla app, but you can watch the film on AMC+ and to buy/rent on Prime Video. Please note there are SPOILERS in this review.#SupportYourLocalLibrary @hoopladigital #OneCutOfTheDead #Shin'ichirôUeda #RyoichiWada #TakayukiHamatsu #DirectorHigurashi #YuzukiAkiyama #Chinatsu #HarumiShuhama #Nao #KazuakiNagaya #Ko #ManabuHosoi #ManabuHosoda #HiroshiIchihara #Kasahara #Mao #Mao #ShuntarôYamazaki #ShunsukeYamakoshi #Shin'ichirôÔsawa #ShinichiroFurusawa A#ZYoshikoTakehara #YoshikoSasahara #MikiYoshida #MikiYoshino #AyanaGôda #AyanaKurihara #SakinaAsamori #SakiMatsuura #TomokazuYamaguchi #TomokazuTaniguchi #TakuyaFujimura #TakuyaFujimura #SatoshiIwagô #DaigoKurooka #KyôkoTakahashi #MaiAida #ShioriNukumi #Shiori #KoukiTsurunishi #ADTsurunishi #ToshiyukiKuba #ADKuma #YuShiraoka #ADShiraoka #Japanese #FoundFootageHorror #Mockumentary #ZombieHorror #Horror #Drama #Comedy  @hoopladigital @AMCplus  @PrimeVideo ⁠⁠ #31DaysToHalloween #SpookySeason #Day23 #FridayFamilyFilmNight And in #SpookySeason don't forget to use your powers for good - support our friend KT as she raises funds for the good folks at St. Jude's - any little bit helps and is whole heartedly appreciated by the families who rely on St. Jude's @stjudehttps://fundraising.stjude.org/site/TR?px=8932826&fr_id=133399&pg=personalOpening intro music: GOAT by Wayne Jones, courtesy of YouTube Audio Library

On the twenty-second night of our #31DaysToHalloween the Mister joins me in reviewing ROH (2019), written/directed by Rob Jabbaz.  After a year of downplaying a flu-like virus, the city of Taipei is suddenly plunged into bloody chaos as a mutation causes the infected to act on their darkest, most violent, and most perverse impulses.  The highly aggressive plague turns ordinary people into sadistic, grinning maniacs who revel in torture, murder, and sexual assault.  Separated when the outbreak begins, a young couple, Jim (Berant Zhu) and Kat (Regina Lei), fight desperately to reunite while navigating the extreme depravity that has destroyed all semblance of civilization.  The film clocks in at 1 h and 39 m, is rated TV-MA and we caught the film on the Hoopla app, but watch the film on AMC+ and to buy/rent on Prime Video. Please note there are SPOILERS in this review.#SupportYourLocalLibrary @hoopladigital #TheSadness #RobJabbaz #BerntZhu #Jim #ReginaLei #Kat #Ying-RuChen #Molly #Tzu-ChiangWang #TheBusinessman #EmersonTsai #Warren #Wei-HuaLan #DrWong #RalfChiu #MrLin #BodyHorror #SplatterHorror #Horror #Thriller  @hoopladigital @AMCplus  @PrimeVideo ⁠⁠ #31DaysToHalloween #SpookySeason #Day21 #FridayFamilyFilmNight And in #SpookySeason don't forget to use your powers for good - support our friend KT as she raises funds for the good folks at St. Jude's - any little bit helps and is whole heartedly appreciated by the families who rely on St. Jude's @stjudehttps://fundraising.stjude.org/site/TR?px=8932826&fr_id=133399&pg=personal Opening intro music: GOAT by Wayne Jones, courtesy of YouTube Audio Library

On the twenty-first night of our #31DaysToHalloween the Mister joins me in reviewing ROH (2019), written by Emir Ezwan, Amir Hafizi and Nazri Vovinski, the film is directed by Emir Ezwan.  In a secluded hut deep within the Malaysian forest, a single mother and her two children's isolated life is shattered when they encounter a strange, mute little girl covered in mud. The girl repays their kindness with a grim prophecy: the family will all be dead by the next full moon, an omen that is confirmed when she ritually slits her own throat. As the curse begins to unfold, escalating into death and paranoia, the family must contend with a wandering hunter and a seemingly helpful old woman, unsure who is truly a harbinger of the evil force that has targeted their souls.  The film clocks in at 1 h and 23 m, is unrated R and we caught the film on the Hoopla app, but watch the film on Plex, Roku Channel, Tubi and to buy/rent on Prime Video.  Please note there are SPOILERS in this review.#SupportYourLocalLibrary  @hoopladigital#ROH #EmirEzwan #AmirHafizi #NazriVovinski   #FarahAhmad #Mak #MhiaFarhana #Along #HarithHaziq #Angah #JuneLojong #Tok #Namron #Pemburu #PutriQaseh #Adik #FolkHorror #Drama #Horror #Mystery  @hoopladigital  @plex  @RokuUS  @Tubi  @PrimeVideo ⁠⁠ #31DaysToHalloween #SpookySeason #Day21  #FridayFamilyFilmNight And in #SpookySeason don't forget to use your powers for good - support our friend KT as she raises funds for the good folks at St. Jude's - any little bit helps and is whole heartedly appreciated by the families who rely on St. Jude's@stjudehttps://fundraising.stjude.org/site/TR?px=8932826&fr_id=133399&pg=personalOpening intro music: GOAT by Wayne Jones, courtesy of YouTube Audio Library

Disclosure: We are part of the Amazon Affiliate/LTK Creator programs. We will receive a small commission at no cost if you purchase a book. This post may contain links to purchase books.How do you actually use Libby to find hidden gems and save on books? Librarian Jenni Meyers and I break down everything—from advanced searches to borrowing across states—and share our personal Libby routines.As someone who proudly carries way too many library cards, I love helping readers get the most out of their local libraries—and this week's guest, Jenni Meyers, knows all about that life. Jenni is a full-time librarian and co-host of the Buzzing About Romance podcast, and together we dig into how libraries really work, how to use Libby to its full potential, and why supporting your local branch matters more than ever.We also talk about the library's hidden perks (from printing to streaming movies), how to request new releases before they hit shelves, and why non-resident cards are the best-kept secret for book lovers. Plus, Jenni shares her love for Penny Reid's romance universe—and where to start if you're new to her books.

On the nineteenth night of our #31DaysToHalloween the Mister joins me in reviewing THE DESCENT (2005), written and directed by Neil Marshall.  A year after losing her husband and daughter in a car accident, a grieving woman named Sarah joins five female friends for a caving expedition in the Appalachian Mountains.  Their trip quickly turns into a nightmare when a tunnel collapses, trapping them in an unmapped cave system where they realize they are not alone.  As they struggle to find an exit, the group is hunted by pale, carnivorous, humanoid creatures called "crawlers," forcing them to fight for survival against both the monsters and their own internal betrayals.  The film clocks in at 1 h and 39 m, is rated R and we caught the film on the Hoopla app (support your local library!) but you can also find it on Moviesphere by Lionsgate, Fawesome, Roku Channel, Prime Video, Tubi and to buy/rent on Prime Video.  Please note there are SPOILERS in this review.#SupportYourLocalLibrary  @HooplaDigital#TheDescent #NeilMarshall #ShaunaMacdonald #Sarah #NatalieMendoza #Juno #AlexReid #Beth #SaskiaMulder #Rebecca #MyAnnaBuring #Sam #NoraJaneNoone #Holly #OliverMilburn #Paul #MollyKayll #Jessica #CraigConway #CrawlerScar #LeslieSimpson #Crawler #MarkCronfield #Crawler #SteveLamb #Crawler #CatherineDyson #Crawler #JulieEllis #Crawler #SophieTrott #Crawler #TristanMatthiae #Crawler #StuartLuis #Crawler #JustinHackney #Crawler #FolkHorror #MonsterHorror #Horror #PsychologicalThriller #Adventure #Thriller  @HooplaDigital  @MovieSphereChannel  @fawesometv  @TheRokuChannel  @Tubi  @PrimeVideo ⁠⁠ #31DaysToHalloween #SpookySeason #Day18  #FridayFamilyFilmNightOpening intro music: GOAT by Wayne Jones, courtesy of YouTube Audio Library

On the eighteenth night of our #31DaysToHalloween the Mister joins me in reviewing ODDITY (2024), written and directed by Damian Mc Carthy. A year after her twin sister Dani's brutal murder at a remote country house, blind clairvoyant Darcy becomes convinced the police blamed the wrong man. Darcy visits the house—now occupied by Dani's widower Ted and his new girlfriend—bringing a menacing, life-sized wooden golem from her shop of cursed items. Using her psychometric abilities and supernatural tools, Darcy sets a trap to expose the true killer, leading to a night of terror where the wooden mannequin acts as her agent of violent revenge. The film clocks in at 2 h and 32 m, is rated R and we caught the film on the Hoopla app (support your local library!) but you can also find it on Hulu, AMC+ and to buy/rent on Prime Video. Please note there are SPOILERS in this review.#SupportYourLocalLibrary @HooplaDigital#Oddity #DamianMcCarthy #CarolynBracken #Dani #Darcy #GwilymLee #Ted #SteveWall #Ivan #JoeRooney #Bernie #TadhgMurphy #OlinBoole #CarolineMenton #Yana #JohnnyFrench #Declan #IvanDeWergifosse #WoodenMan #ShaneWhicker #Bellhop #FolkHorror #SupernaturalHorror #Horror #Thriller @HooplaDigital @Hulu @amcplus @PrimeVideo ⁠⁠ #31DaysToHalloween #SpookySeason #Day18 #FridayFamilyFilmNight Opening intro music: GOAT by Wayne Jones, courtesy of YouTube Audio Library

This week we discuss FROM DUSK TILL DAWN. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:02:39). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+, Kanopy, Hoopla and Peacock) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for FRIDAY (1:02:39). Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week's movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza). And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2025!

It seems like here lately, there's been a lot of things going on in the Christian music industry. Just recently, there was a huge development with Maverick City Music. Around the same time, Forrest Frank ruffled some feathers and is a hot topic of conversation and controversy yet again. In this episode, Cody gives his thoughts on these 2 situations and on what we should do when things like this come out. Follow us on Instagram:@praybeforechips@thatcodydueitt@cottageonjones•Follow us on Threads:@praybeforechips@thatcodydueitt•Subscribe on YouTube:Cottage On Jones•If you'd like to support us, here's a few ways you can do so:•Follow us on social media•Leave a review on Apple Podcasts •Share the show with friends and family•Visit our merch store:https://cottonbureau.com/people/pray-before-chips

On night 10 of our #31DaysToHalloween the Mister joins me in reviewing PSYCHO GOREMAN (2020), from writer/director Steven Kostanski.  While playing a bizarre backyard game, siblings Mimi (Nita-Josée Hanna) and Luke (Owen Myre) accidentally unearth a glowing gem and release an ancient, malevolent alien overlord they dub "Psycho Goreman" (PG).  Mimi discovers the gem gives her absolute power over the world-destroyer, forcing the hulking alien to begrudgingly become her personal plaything and do her often-petty bidding.  Their bizarre suburban life is soon interrupted when an intergalactic warrior, Pandora, arrives on Earth to destroy PG and secure the gem, leading to a ridiculous and bloody final confrontation with the fate of the galaxy at stake.  The film clocks in at 1 h and 35 m, is not rated and we watched it on the Hoopla app but you can also find it on AMC+ and to buy/rent on Prime Video.  Please note there are SPOILERS in this review.#PsychoGoreman #StevenKostanski #Nita-JoséeHanna #Mimi #OwenMyre #Luke #MatthewNinaber #PsychoGoreman #StevenVlahos #PsychoGoremanVoice #Adam Brooks #Greg #AlexisKaraHancey #Susan #KristenMacCulloch #Pandora #AnnaTierney #PandoraVoice #RoxieLatoyaPlummer #HumanPandora #BHorror #SplatterHorror #MonsterHorror #BodyHorror #Comedy #Horror #SciFi #Drama  @hoopla  @amc+  ⁠@PrimeVideo ⁠ ⁠#31DaysToHalloween #SpookySeason #SupportYourLoccalLibrary #FridayFamilyFilmNightOpening intro music: GOAT by Wayne Jones, courtesy of YouTube Audio

On night 8 of our #31DaysToHalloween the Mister joins me in reviewing IN THE MOUTH OF MADNESS (1994), from writer Michael De Luca, the film is directed by John Carpenter.  Insurance investigator John Trent (Sam Neill) is hired to track down missing and hugely popular horror novelist Sutter Cane (Jürgen Prochnow), whose books are causing widespread insanity among his readers. Following clues to the fictional New England town of Hobb's End, Trent discovers that Cane's writing is literally warping reality and bringing cosmic horrors into the world. As the line between fiction and reality dissolves, Trent must confront the terrifying truth that he is merely a character in Cane's final, world-ending novel, driving him to madness.  The film clocks in at 1 h and 35 m, is rated R. We caught the film on the Hoopla app but it is streaming on Tubi and to buy/rent on Prime Video.  Please note there are SPOILERS in this review.#InTheMouthOfMadness #MichaelDeLuca #JohnCarpenter #SamNeill #JohnTrent #JürgenProchnow #SutterCane #JulieCarmen #LindaStyles #DavidWarner #DrWrenn #JohnGlover #Saperstein #CharltonHeston #JacksonHarglow #BernieCasey #Robinson #PeterJason #MrPaul #FrancesBay #MrsPickman #Horror #SupernaturalHorror #Drama #Fantasy #Thriller #Mystery  @Hoopla @Tubi  ⁠@PrimeVideo ⁠ ⁠#31DaysToHalloween #SpookySeason #Day8  #FridayFamilyFilmNightOpening intro music: GOAT by Wayne Jones, courtesy of YouTube Audio  

You probably didn't come to this podcast expecting to hear about Travis Kelce and what he may or may not be packing in his pants, but neither did Chance when he listened to the new Taylor Swift album. You have been warned.Best BooksBatman #2Spider-Man Noir #1Book BlurbsAbsolute Evil #1, Acrbound #6, Absolute Superman #12, Starship Godzilla #1, The Rocketfellers #9, Rook Exodus #7This episode is not sponsored by Hoopla but it could be. B SegmentThe Life of a ShowgirlFinal Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice ChroniclesUncle's One More ThingDigimon (Beatbreak and Time Stranger)Shards of Earth by Adrian TschaikovskyWhen the Clock Broke by John Ganz

On night 6 of our #31DaysToHalloween the Mister joins me in reviewing PHANTASM (1979), from writer/director Don Coscarelli. Following the death of his parents, friend and the fear of his older brother Jody leaving him, young Mike Pearson (A. Michael Baldwin) becomes suspicious of the town's sinister mortician, known as the Tall Man (Angus Scrimm). Mike sneaks into the eerie Morningside Mortuary and discovers the Tall Man is converting the dead into murderous, shrunken dwarf minions and using flying silver spheres to harvest their brains for an otherworldly dimension. Along with Jody (Bill Thornbury) and their friend Reggie (Reggie Bannister), Mike confronts the Tall Man to stop his macabre operation, leading to a confusing and terrifying battle where reality and nightmare dangerously blur. The film clocks in at 1 h and 29 m, is rated R. We caught the film on the Hoopla app but it is streaming on Prime Video, Peacock, Plex, Pluto TV, Roku Channel, Tubi and to buy/rent on Prime Video. Please note there are SPOILERS in this review.#Phantasm #DonCoscarelli #AMichaelBaldwin #Mike #BillThornbury #Jody #ReggieBannister #Reggie #KathyLester #LadyInLavender #AngusScrimm #TheTallMan #BHorror #SupernaturalHorror #Horror #SciFi @hoopladigital #SupportYourLocalLibrary ⁠@Peacock @Plex @PlutoTv @RokuUS @Tubi ⁠@PrimeVideo ⁠#31DaysToHalloween #SpookySeason #Day6 #FridayFamilyFilmNightOpening intro music: GOAT by Wayne Jones, courtesy of YouTube Audio

Listen in as your host Just Nate and Greg talk with Dr. Matt Hortt about the amazing Library located in Greeley, CO. The Evolution of Libraries and the Link Facility: Dr. Hortt discusses the massive evolution of libraries over the past 25 years, moving away from things like stamped due date cards and VHS/DVDs towards online streaming services and specialized community resources. The new facility, located in Greeley, is called Link (Library and Innovation Center) and encompasses a massive 63,000 square feet. The design for Link was driven by community input that highlighted the need for skills-based development. Key Offerings and Resources: The Link facility combines many resources often found separately in other libraries into one space, including a recording studio, interactive children's areas, and a wood shop. Key features and services mentioned include:Meeting Spaces: The library offers various meeting spaces, including a boardroom (set up for streaming and public use), smaller 2-3 person spaces, and a flexible events center that can hold approximately 300 people.• Cost: All meeting spaces and core library services are free to the public, treated as prepaid services via tax dollars.• Media and Digital Access: The library still carries books (fiction, children's, graphic novels) but relies heavily on digital resources via apps like Hoopla, Libby, and Overdrive for streaming music, movies, audiobooks, and ebooks. Anyone living in the state of Colorado can obtain a library card.• Specialty Checkouts: Patrons can check out specialty items such as laptops, wireless hotspots, and state park passes (allowing free entry into state parks).• Maker Space: The maker space is industrial-grade, featuring equipment like laser cutters, 3D printers, UV printers (capable of printing on items like golf balls), and a sublimation machine. Staff with industry experience are available to teach classes and assist the public with projects.• Certifications: The library is launching a partnership with Snap-on tools (through NC3) to provide hands-on certifications to patrons related to tools and industrial skills.Operational Context and Challenges: The High Plains Library District is a government entity (a special taxing district) funded by property taxes (mill levy), supported by a strong tax base from gas and oil production in Weld County. Although they are exploring using an unstaffed model to become 24/7, they are not currently open around the clock. Dr. Hortt noted that the biggest current challenge is determining the library's next focus based on competing community ideas, securing continued government funding, and overcoming the lack of public awareness regarding the modern capabilities the library offers.To go to the Library, you can drive to 501 8th Ave, Greeley, COTo find out more about the Smalls or become a member, please check us out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.thesmalls.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠To contact Just Nate:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠justnate@thesmalls.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠—  Send in a voice message: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://anchor.fm/thesmalls/message⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support this podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://anchor.fm/thesmalls/support⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.patreon.com/thesmalls⁠⁠⁠⁠

Hello classmates!Lethal Weapon 5: The Passion of Martin Riggs, Genndy Tartakovsky can't find an audience, and Joseph takes a sick dayVisit the YouTube channel Saturdays @ 12:30 PM Pacific to get in on the live stream, or just watch this episode rather than just listen!Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@middleclassfilmclassThis Episode:https://youtu.be/HEc42B8IfkUhttp://www.MCFCpodcast.comhttps://www.twitch.tv/MCFCpodcasthttp://www.facebook.com/MCFCpodcasthttp://www.twitter.com/podcastMCFChttp://www.tiktok.com/middleclassfilmclasshttp://www.instagram.com/middleclassfilmclassEmail: MCFCpodcast@gmail.comLeave us a voicemail at (209) 283-1716Merch store - https://middle-class-film-class.creator-spring.com/Join the Patreon:www.patreon.con/middleclassfilmclassPatrons:JavierJoel ShinnemanLinda McCalisterHeather Sachs https://twitter.com/DorkOfAllDorksChris GeigerDylanMitch Burns Robert Stewart JasonAndrew Martin Dallas Terry Jack Fitzpatrick Mackenzie MinerBinge Daddy DanAngry Otter (Michael)Trip AffleckJoseph Navarro     Pete Abeytaand Tyler NoeStreaming Picks:SLC Punk - TubiBarbara - Prime Video, Kanopy, Hoopla, KinoNight of The Reaper - Shudder, Philo, AMCPhantom Thread - NetflixLost River - HBO MaxAcross America - https://youtu.be/XFPZYeFmXCs?si=6VyFVts9vhNXyIAdDecision to Leave - Hulu, TubiExplorer From Another World - Prime Video, Plex Behind the SFX companion video https://youtu.be/Daxj9AYO9EA?si=-suctbGR3xExhMrN

Harriet Langley-Swindon and Producer Martin are joined by Sir Ed Davey, who explains why the Lib Dems have moved beyond silly, fun stunts, into impassioned liberal politics; we interview A Swan about the rumours that they are being eaten by asylum seekers; and Eshaan Akbar has a Hot & Spicy take about going to Saudi Arabia to do stand-up.If you don't fill in this survey, the terrorists have won: http://bit.ly/noncensored-surveyThank you to Stuart Pomfrett, who signed up to our Patreon last week at Patreon.com/NonCensored. They'll now receive every episode early and without adverts, as well as bonus podcasts such as next week's Time For Questions, and bonus segments to the regular podcast such as out extended interview with Sir Keir Starmer, as well as making it possible for us to pay our guests.With thanks to Rosie Holt, Brendan Murphy, Eshaan Akbar, Rufus Hound, Ralph Jones, Joz Norris and Ed Morrish.Rosie's book, Why We Were Right, is available now.Brendan is currently on tour with his show, Buffy ReVamped.Eshaan has a stand-up special on YouTube, The Pretender.Ralph is hosting the last ever performance of his improv show Criminal at the Hoopla in London on the 15th October, where guests will include Ruth Bratt and Suki Webster. Tickets are available here.Joz is hosting another night of his short-form experimental comedy night Eggbox at the Pleasance in London on the 4th November, and tickets are available here.Ed also produces P.O.V., a sketch show that features a lot of NonCensored regulars, which is all on BBC Sounds now, and Sound Heap With John-Luke Roberts, an improvised sketch show.Show photography is by Karla Gowlett and design is by Chris Barker. Original music is by Paddy Gervers and Rob Sell at Torch and Compass.NonCensored is a Lead Mojo production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello classmates!Chris Nolan is the king of all Directors, Matt Reeves calls it quits, and Joseph returns with a new gameVisit the YouTube channel Saturdays @ 12:30 PM Pacific to get in on the live stream, or just watch this episode rather than just listen!Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@middleclassfilmclassThis Episode:https://youtu.be/RgiKwNEEgv4http://www.MCFCpodcast.comhttps://www.twitch.tv/MCFCpodcasthttp://www.facebook.com/MCFCpodcasthttp://www.twitter.com/podcastMCFChttp://www.tiktok.com/middleclassfilmclasshttp://www.instagram.com/middleclassfilmclassEmail: MCFCpodcast@gmail.comLeave us a voicemail at (209) 283-1716Merch store - https://middle-class-film-class.creator-spring.com/Join the Patreon:www.patreon.con/middleclassfilmclassPatrons:JavierJoel ShinnemanLinda McCalisterHeather Sachs https://twitter.com/DorkOfAllDorksChris GeigerDylanMitch Burns Robert Stewart JasonAndrew Martin Dallas Terry Jack Fitzpatrick Mackenzie MinerBinge Daddy DanAngry Otter (Michael)Trip AffleckJoseph Navarro     Pete Abeytaand Tyler NoeStreaming Picks: The Pledge - Hulu, Peacock, Roku, Kanopy, Hoopla, PlexKill - HuluJawbreaker - Shudder, PhiloMaria Antoinette - Brit BoxRashomon - HBO Max, Criterion, Plex, Kanopy Art School Confidential - Prime video, Fubo, Roku, MGM, Kanopy, HooplaCandyman (2021) - Fubo, PeacockRed Eye - Tubi, Fubo, Paramount, Starz 28 Years Later - NetflixThe Frighteners - Tubi

This week, the boys talk about some of their most anticipated films for the rest of 2025. But before that, they review Him, The Long Walk, Looky-Loo, The German Chainsaw Massacre (thank you Hoopla!), Place of Bones, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle, This is Spinal Tap 2: The End Continues, A Big Bold Beautiful Journey, Nightmare on Elm Street 4K Restorations, and Correia's Book Nook reviews of Godzilla Monsterpiece Theatre (Godzilla Vs. Jay Gatsby) and Pumpkinhead Sins Revisted! It's all new on EYE ON HORROR!Films mentioned on this episode: https://boxd.it/OXt88Follow us on the socials: @EyeOnHorror or check out https://linktr.ee/EyeOnHorrorGet more horror movie news at: https://ihorror.com

This week Brian with a B and Amferny watch the 2024 body fluids horror movie, Crust. Enjoy the story of a former child star who owns a laundry mat who creates a sock monster with his tears and other bodily fluids. This movie is directed by Sean Whalen and stars Sean Whalen, Daniel Roebuck, Rebekah Kennedy, Felissa Rose, Ricky Dean Logan and Alan Ruck. This movie is available on Tubi, Hoopla, Fawesome, Prime Video and Apple TV. Instagram Links: Follow Sean Whalen @seanwhalenactor Follow Daniel Roebuck @mrdanielroebuck Follow Rebekah Kennedy @bekahk Follow Felissa Rose @felissarose123 Follow Ricky Dean Logan @rickydeanlogan The podcast art is by @delasernaxtattoos on Instagram and has been revised by rodrick_booker on Fiverr. If you like what you're hearing subscribe and comment on our Instagram @berated_b_rated_movies, Facebook @Berated B RatedMovies and Tik Tok @berated_b_rated_movies. Check out our website at Beratedbratedmovies.com. If you have any comments or movie suggestions please send them to beratedbratedmovies@gmail.com RATED G®, RATED PG®, RATED PG-13®, RATED NC-17®, and RATED R® are certification marks owned by the Motion Picture Association, Inc. This podcast has not been rated or certified pursuant to the Motion Picture Association, Inc.'s film rating system nor is this podcast authorized by, endorsed by, or affiliated with the Motion Picture Association, Inc.

Hello classmates!Joseph is still absent from class, Paramount finally stands for something, and Pete brings some rapid fire newsVisit the YouTube channel Saturdays @ 12:30 PM Pacific to get in on the live stream, or just watch this episode rather than just listen!Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@middleclassfilmclassThis Episode:https://youtu.be/u9BuqfnX4p4http://www.MCFCpodcast.comhttps://www.twitch.tv/MCFCpodcasthttp://www.facebook.com/MCFCpodcasthttp://www.twitter.com/podcastMCFChttp://www.tiktok.com/middleclassfilmclasshttp://www.instagram.com/middleclassfilmclassEmail: MCFCpodcast@gmail.comLeave us a voicemail at (209) 283-1716Merch store - https://middle-class-film-class.creator-spring.com/Join the Patreon:www.patreon.con/middleclassfilmclassPatrons:JavierJoel ShinnemanLinda McCalisterHeather Sachs https://twitter.com/DorkOfAllDorksChris GeigerDylanMitch Burns Robert Stewart JasonAndrew Martin Dallas Terry Jack Fitzpatrick Mackenzie MinerBinge Daddy DanAngry Otter (Michael)Trip AffleckJoseph Navarro     Pete Abeytaand Tyler NoeStreaming Picks: Friendship - HBO MaxSunshine Cleaning - Starz, Plex, Prime VideoCrackcoon - Prime Video, Fubo, Roku, Hoopla, Pluto, ArrowSuspiria - Prime VideoThe Bikeriders - Prime VideoThree Billboards outside Ebbing Missouri - $4 on VODYour Name. - HBO Max

Hoopla gives readers free access to THOUSANDS of digital comics, manga, and graphic novels from publishers like Marvel, DC, Image, and more—all with just a library card. Catherine Zappa, VP of Digital Acquisition at Hoopla Digital, joins the show to share how comics make it onto the platform, the latest in digital reading trends, new features like manga support, and Hoopla's mission to empower public libraries. Watch the uncut video version of this episode: HERE LINKS: Buy merch from the official Short Box Merch Store: HEREJoin our Patreon Community, and get access to bonus episodes, free comics, and other rewards! Try a FREE 7-day trial: HERETake your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!The Schiller Kessler Group  We read Fan Mail, send us some! Visit the shop in Jax, or shop online at gothamcitylimit.com Proudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showREACH OUT!

We may not be the world's greatest thieves, but we're pretty damn good at stealing your time while discussing Hayao Miyazaki's feature-length debut, "Lupin III: The Castle of Cagliostro" (1979).In addition to discussing this immensely influential animation cult classic, we also talk about: remaining 2025 movies; Hoopla; DIC; The Simpsons Movie; international copyright infringement; Saturday morning cartoons; and King of the Hill. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There's so much happening in the world of Tumble, and we're excited to share it all with you! Plus we answer questions about plants with the help of plant biologist Carina Baskett. Tumble Yoto Cards  A brand-new pack of 3 cards with Tumble episodes on our most popular themes - Animals, Bugs, and Gross Science - for the Yoto audio player!  Get it 20% off during Yoto's Back to School sale on educational cards: https://us.yotoplay.com/products/animal-facts-critter-curiosities-gross-science-pack Tumble Science in the Field: Europe Our first ever audiobook featuring science adventure episodes in Europe! Find it where you get  your audiobooks:  Audible , Libro.fm , Hoopla , Audiobooks.com , and more!! Tumble Live Events! Cambridge Science Festival in Cambridge, MA - Sept 21 Princeton Public Library, Thursday September 25th The Andlinger Center for Energy and the Environment, Princeton University. Saturday September 27th Connecticut River Museum in Essex, CT - October 11  Lincoln Center, NYC - February 7, 2025 We can't wait to see you there.

This week we discuss The Faculty. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (00:55:48). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+ and Hoopla) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (00:55:48). Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week's movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza). And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2025!

This week Brian with a B and Amferny watch the 2025 horror comedy, Desert Fiends. Enjoy the story of 6 unsuspecting friends going to a music festival who must survive an attack from radioactive mutated freaks. This movie is directed by Shawn C. Phillips and stars Lorelei Linklater, Spencer Breslin, Eric Roberts, Bai Ling, Scout Taylor-Compton and Tom Arnold. This movie is available on Tubi, Hoopla, Fandango at Home, Plex, Prime Video and Apple TV. Instagram Links: Follow Lorelei Linklater @ll.l_lll.l Follow Shawn C. Phillips @coolduder Follow Spencer Breslin @ohnospenny Follow Eric Roberts @ericrobertsactor Follow Bai Ling @iambailing Follow Scout Taylor Compton @undertheseascout Follow Tom Arnold @thetomarnold The podcast art is by @delasernaxtattoos on Instagram and has been revised by rodrick_booker on Fiverr. If you like what you're hearing subscribe and comment on our Instagram @berated_b_rated_movies, Facebook @Berated B RatedMovies and Tik Tok @berated_b_rated_movies. Check out our website at Beratedbratedmovies.com. If you have any comments or movie suggestions please send them to beratedbratedmovies@gmail.com RATED G®, RATED PG®, RATED PG-13®, RATED NC-17®, and RATED R® are certification marks owned by the Motion Picture Association, Inc. This podcast has not been rated or certified pursuant to the Motion Picture Association, Inc.'s film rating system nor is this podcast authorized by, endorsed by, or affiliated with the Motion Picture Association, Inc.

If you get into a heated conversation on any subject these days (and who isn't?) it often ends with someone being called a “F*cking Marxist” or “Capitalist PIG".  Join Dawn and comedian, Mary Gallagher, to find out which one YOU might be... and if it's a bad thing. Mary Gallagher on InstagramMary's upcoming events---

Hello classmates!Pete makes AI his bitch, Ridley Scott shuns Jim Cameron, and Joseph gives us the best acting performances this century!!Visit the YouTube channel Saturdays @ 12:30 PM Pacific to get in on the live stream, or just watch this episode rather than just listen!Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@middleclassfilmclassThis Episode:https://youtu.be/Vi4HXPGHYXMhttp://www.MCFCpodcast.comhttps://www.twitch.tv/MCFCpodcasthttp://www.facebook.com/MCFCpodcasthttp://www.twitter.com/podcastMCFChttp://www.tiktok.com/middleclassfilmclasshttp://www.instagram.com/middleclassfilmclassEmail: MCFCpodcast@gmail.comLeave us a voicemail at (209) 283-1716Merch store - https://middle-class-film-class.creator-spring.com/Join the Patreon:www.patreon.con/middleclassfilmclassPatrons:JavierJoel ShinnemanLinda McCalisterHeather Sachs https://twitter.com/DorkOfAllDorksChris GeigerDylanMitch Burns Robert Stewart JasonAndrew Martin Dallas Terry Jack Fitzpatrick Mackenzie MinerBinge Daddy DanAngry Otter (Michael)Trip AffleckJoseph Navarro     Pete Abeytaand Tyler NoeStreaming Picks:Eenie Meenie - HuluFight Club - Hulu, DisneyAmerican History X - $4 rental on VODJuror #2 - HBO MaxMagic Spot - TubiGoon - Prime Video, Roku, Fubo, Hoopla, Philo, PlexReno 911: Miami - Prime Video, HuluLazy Susan - Prime Video, Fubo, Roku, Kanopy, Hoopla, Pluto, PlexAssassin's Creed - HBO MaxGodland - Kanopy, Criterion

Hello classmates!Ron Howard is still salty about Solo, Joseph has a shit eating grin, and move over T-Swift… K-pop Demon Hunters are hereVisit the YouTube channel Saturdays @ 12:30 PM Pacific to get in on the live stream, or just watch this episode rather than just listen!Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@middleclassfilmclassThis Episode:https://youtu.be/M-WZ2rXT2Iohttp://www.MCFCpodcast.comhttps://www.twitch.tv/MCFCpodcasthttp://www.facebook.com/MCFCpodcasthttp://www.twitter.com/podcastMCFChttp://www.tiktok.com/middleclassfilmclasshttp://www.instagram.com/middleclassfilmclassEmail: MCFCpodcast@gmail.comLeave us a voicemail at (209) 283-1716Merch store - https://middle-class-film-class.creator-spring.com/Join the Patreon:www.patreon.con/middleclassfilmclassPatrons:JavierJoel ShinnemanLinda McCalisterHeather Sachs https://twitter.com/DorkOfAllDorksChris GeigerDylanMitch Burns Robert Stewart JasonAndrew Martin Dallas Terry Jack Fitzpatrick Mackenzie MinerBinge Daddy DanAngry Otter (Michael)Trip AffleckJoseph Navarro     Pete Abeytaand Tyler NoeStreaming Picks: The Wolf of Wall Street - Paramount, Kanopy, Hoopla, MGMRoad Trip - Netflix, Paramount, Hoopla, FuboThe Lost World: Jurassic Park - NetflixFreaky Tales - HBO MaxThe Legend of Ochi - HBO MaxEddington - $20 rental on VODSuperman (2025) - $20 rental on VODBabylon - Disney, Hulu, Paramount 

Award winning filmmaker, Susie Singer-Carter and spokesperson for NO COUNTRY FOR OLD PEOPLE, a nursing home exposé, proudly announced today that the documentary has been named a Finalist in Health Awareness - Film, Video, Television or Show in The 4th Annual Anthem Awards.   No Country for Old People: A filmmaker chronicles the last 6 months of her mother's life in a 5-star nursing home and discovers the system designed to protect our most vulnerable has been flouted by venture capitalists and real estate investment trusts. For decades greed has caused millions of people insufferable consequences and even death, yet most of the public has no idea until it's too late. No Country for Old People is a cautionary tale and a public rally for change.   No Country for Old People is on Amazon now followed by Hoopla, Spectrum, Charter, Cox, Xfinity, Tubi, VA Media, Prime AVOD, Gan Jing World, and Vyre Network (Dates and times TBA)   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Hello classmates!Joseph brings a game to the show, Pete moves into the local theater, and Quentin Tarantino abandons his final movie Visit the YouTube channel Saturdays @ 12:30 PM Pacific to get in on the live stream, or just watch this episode rather than just listen!Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@middleclassfilmclassThis Episode:https://youtu.be/cmQSPcWvUykhttp://www.MCFCpodcast.comhttps://www.twitch.tv/MCFCpodcasthttp://www.facebook.com/MCFCpodcasthttp://www.twitter.com/podcastMCFChttp://www.tiktok.com/middleclassfilmclasshttp://www.instagram.com/middleclassfilmclassEmail: MCFCpodcast@gmail.comLeave us a voicemail at (209) 283-1716Merch store - https://middle-class-film-class.creator-spring.com/Join the Patreon:www.patreon.con/middleclassfilmclassPatrons:JavierJoel ShinnemanLinda McCalisterHeather Sachs https://twitter.com/DorkOfAllDorksChris GeigerDylanMitch Burns Robert Stewart JasonAndrew Martin Dallas Terry Jack Fitzpatrick Mackenzie MinerBinge Daddy DanAngry Otter (Michael)Trip AffleckJoseph Navarro     Pete Abeytaand Tyler NoeStreaming Picks:Clown in a Cornfield - Shudder, PhiloHeart of Glass - Roku, Kanopy, Plex, Shout, Fandor, Philo, Stroszek - Roku, Kanopy, Plex, Shout, Fandor, Philo, Bring Her Back - $10 rental on VOD28 Years Later - $20 rental on VODGodland - Kanopy, Criterion Dressed to Kill - Prime Video, Roku, HooplaExhibiting Forgiveness - HuluNight Train - Prime Video, Hulu, Roku, Hoopla. Set it Off - Paramount, FuboLate Night with The Devil - Hulu, Kanopy, Philo, ShudderLittle New York (Staten Island) - Prime Video

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros welcome USMNT and MLS legend Marcelo Balboa to the show. They discuss his soccer journey, including his decision to return to the U.S. to help launch Major League Soccer in 1996. What were the hardships that came with it — and was it worth the sacrifice?Christian and Alexis then dive into Marcelo's USMNT journey, including his role in the 1994 World Cup team's magical run on home soil. Will the 2026 World Cup in the U.S. live up to 1994? How can this new squad elevate soccer in America to the next level?Later, Marcelo reflects on the honor of having his jersey retired by the Colorado Rapids. He also shares why he has a problem with former USMNT players — like Landon Donovan — being overly critical of the current squad, and why Christian Pulisic deserves a break. (2:30) – Marcelo Balboa joins The Cooligans(6:30) – Marcelo on why he helped launch MLS(29:00) – Marcelo's USMNT journey & thoughts on team's World Cup future(44:00) – What it meant to have his jersey retired by Colorado Rapids(48:00) – Marcelo on criticism from ex-USMNT players Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:

Join Jennifer as she recommends shark picture books for your littles to carry summer with them for the rest of the year !

Hello classmates!Founder of Mometu streaming service and Film Fest- Bryan Louzil joins the gang, and does The Patman belong in James Gunn's Superman universe? Visit the YouTube channel Saturdays @ 12:30 PM Pacific to get in on the live stream, or just watch this episode rather than just listen!Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@middleclassfilmclassThis Episode:https://youtu.be/PqKlbdVchNQhttp://www.MCFCpodcast.comhttps://www.twitch.tv/MCFCpodcasthttp://www.facebook.com/MCFCpodcasthttp://www.twitter.com/podcastMCFChttp://www.tiktok.com/middleclassfilmclasshttp://www.instagram.com/middleclassfilmclassEmail: MCFCpodcast@gmail.comLeave us a voicemail at (209) 283-1716Merch store - https://middle-class-film-class.creator-spring.com/Join the Patreon:www.patreon.con/middleclassfilmclassPatrons:JavierJoel ShinnemanLinda McCalisterHeather Sachs https://twitter.com/DorkOfAllDorksChris GeigerDylanMitch Burns Robert Stewart JasonAndrew Martin Dallas Terry Jack Fitzpatrick Mackenzie MinerBinge Daddy DanAngry Otter (Michael)Trip AffleckJoseph Navarro     Pete Abeytaand Tyler NoeStreaming Picks:Chicago - Paramount, HooplaArena Wars - Paramount, Funo, HooplaThe Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert - Prime Video, Roku, HooplaSomewhere - $4 rental on VODSilent House - Roku, CW, Plex, Pluto, Shout, Fawesome Overlord - Kanopy, ParamountPicnic at Hanging Rock - Criterion, HBO Max, TCMNo Country for Old Men - Prime Video, KanopyPanic - Prime Video, Fubo, Roku, Hoopla, Fandango, AwesomeAfterglow - Prime Video, Hoopla, Criterion, Pluto, Plex, Peacock, Fawesome

Hey there Lovelies and welcome back for the 368th episode of Final Girls Horrorcast! Today we'll be discussing ‘Alligator' from 19080 which is streaming on Prime, Fubo, Peacock, Shudder, TubiTV, & RokuTV.   Trailer Trashtalk: ‘The Long Walk' (September 12th, 2025)   Next Week - Join us next week as we continue to tread water during Aquatic Horror month with ‘Cruel Jaws' streaming on Prime, Phil, Hoopla, TubiTV, & Pluto.

It's Die Hard in a war zone!This week on DIE HARD ON A BLANK…it's war! Not just on screen, but also between Phil and Liam, have very different opinions about this divisive film!During a disastrous mission in Somalia, a group of U.S. soldiers find themselves besieged by scores of enemy militia in the city of Mogadishu, a situation that is compounded when not one but two Black Hawk helicopters crash in the middle of the war zone. With the situation worsening by the minute, inexperienced Staff Sgt Matt Eversman (Josh Hartnett) must use all his skills and determination to bring his men home, save the pilots, and honor the Army Ranger credo: ‘No Man Left Behind'. As our hosts debate the relative merits and demerits of this undeniably powerful picture, the conversation also widens into a larger discussion of whether any film can legitimately be an anti-war movie or whether all war films are inherently propagandistic on some level. The boys also discuss some of their own brushes with military personnel and how that informed their views about this film…and Phil even recounts his own experience of flying in a Black Hawk! As always, events culminate with the Die Hard Oscars and the Double Jeopardy trivia quiz. Helo heads rise up! TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2GfBkC3qs78At the time of release, BLACK HAWK DOWN is available to stream on Netflix, Hoopla and Kanopy and is available rent or buy on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV/iTunes, YouTube, Fandango and all the usual platforms, as well as on physical media!Click here to subscribe to our Patreon feed 48 HOURS OF BUDDY MOVIES!www.patreon.com/48hoursofbuddymovies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Ringer's Tate Frazier is joined by Terrence Oglesby to discuss the Dallas Mavericks winning the NBA draft lottery just a few months after trading Luka Doncic to the Lakers, more heartbreak for Hornets and Wizards fans, the 2025 draft class vs. 2024, which players should pull out of the draft and return to college, a quick ACC check-in, and more (1:47). Tate closes the show with some shoutouts, including transfer news, new NCAA rule proposals, and the Patrick Ewing/Rick Pitino moment from last night's Knicks-Celtics game (36:20). Host: Tate FrazierGuest: Terrence OglesbyProducer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices