POPULARITY
Categories
Nothing screams the early '90s more than a Tom Clancy thriller, and The Hunt for Red October (1990) might just be the finest adaptation of the bunch. This week on Born to Watch, we take a deep dive into Cold War tension, Sean Connery's questionable Russian accent, Alec Baldwin's finest non-30 Rock performance, and why this film still makes waves decades later. And yes, we're calling this the definitive The Hunt for Red October 1990 Review.It's all systems go as Whitey, G-Man, and DJ Strangles man the periscope and dive deep into this submarine classic. From the moment Connery's Ramíus announces his defection plan to the epic underwater cat-and-mouse chase, the boys break down what makes this a tight, thrilling, and surprisingly rewatchable flick.We cover everything: from Connery's incredible second-act career run (is Red October peak Connery?), to Alec Baldwin's short but strong tenure as Jack Ryan, to the underrated gravitas of Scott Glenn and Sam Neill. Add in a stellar supporting cast that includes Tim Curry, James Earl Jones, and Stellan Skarsgård, and you've got a Cold War nail-biter filled with testosterone, torpedoes, and tense moral decisions.There's time to unpack the politics, too, the Clancy realism, the U.S. Navy flex, and that juicy little nugget of 1990s pre-internet espionage fantasy. But of course, it's not all sonar pings and missile tubes. The crew gets sidetracked (as always) by tales of sub dreams, questionable airline bear policies, and Damo's beer-and-hot-dog benchwarmer story.The team also revisits the box office and critical legacy of The Hunt for Red October. Was it Oscar-worthy? How do the effects hold up in 2025? Is this really the best Jack Ryan movie? Spoiler: the debate gets passionate, and there's no clear winner between Baldwin, Ford, Affleck, Pine, and Krasinski, but there is a winner for worst submarine hygiene. Cigarettes below deck? Not a good time.With classic Born to Watch segments like “Overs and Unders," "The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly,” and a brilliant fan voicemail, this episode has something for every cinephile, Cold War nerd, and nostalgic '90s action fan.So fire up the Caterpillar Drive, crank the Basil Poledouris score, and set your course for one of the most unexpectedly hilarious and insightful takes on a certified action-thriller classic.JOIN THE CONVERSATIONIs The Hunt for Red October the greatest Jack Ryan movie?Should smoking on submarines be an executable offence?Did Jack Ryan seriously buy a business class seat for a teddy bear?Drop us a voicemail at https://www.borntowatch.com.au and tell us if this Cold War classic is a certified banger — or just blowing smoke.Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your pods. Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and always question political officers with bad attitudes.#TheHuntForRedOctober1990Review #BornToWatch #SeanConnery #JackRyan #SubmarineMovies #TomClancy #AlecBaldwin #MoviePodcast #ColdWarThriller #FilmReview
Today on What's My Frame I'm joined by Casting Director & Spanish Dialect Consultant, Miranda Martinez. Miranda began her career in Dallas, Texas, working in commercial casting before collaborating with renowned casting director Jo Edna Boldin,CSA on major studio films including The Lone Ranger and The Last Stand. After relocating to Los Angeles in 2012, Miranda expanded her credits as the Los Angeles Casting Director for the independent feature Icaros: A Vision, where she spent three weeks in the Amazon jungle of Iquitos, Peru, working closely with the local cast of native Shipibo-Conibo people to help shape authentic performances.She has contributed to high-profile projects with acclaimed casting director April Webster, CSA including Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan, Lisey's Story, Clarice, Locke & Key, and Sacred Lies. On Jack Ryan, she also served as a Spanish dialect consultant, advising on accent accuracy and subtitle translation during post-production. Fluent in Spanish and raised in Panama, Miranda brings deep linguistic expertise to her work, specializing in Spanish dialect consulting for multilingual productions.Her background as an actor, having appeared in national commercials and independent films, gives her a performer's perspective that informs her casting approach. Miranda occasionally teaches actor workshops, most recently at the SAG-AFTRA Foundation, where participants had the option to perform in either English or Spanish. She is also committed to supporting emerging filmmakers, regularly serving as Casting Director for short films at Chapman University's Dodge College of Film and Media Arts.-What's My Frame, hosted by Laura Linda BradleyJoin the WMF creative community now!Instagram: @whatsmyframeIMDbWhat's My Frame? official siteWhat's My Frame? merch
For many years Jacques Jouffret ASC was one of the world's top camera operators, winning the SOC Camera Operator of the Year award for his work on Into the Wild and contributing to multiple Transformers films, Swordfish, Seabiscuit, Deepwater Horizon, Man on Fire, Patriots Day and Lone Survivor. Today he is an acclaimed cinematographer whose credits include The Purge, Jack Ryan, Mile 22, Gran Turismo and his Emmy nominated work on American Primeval. This week on Cinemapodgrapher we sit down with Jacques to hear his journey from growing up in France to moving to the United States, discovering Steadicam after NYU and building a career that has spanned some of Hollywood's biggest productions. We explore the differences between shooting on film and digital, the importance of crew relationships, and how Jacques approaches managing people and leading teams. He also shares stories from his frequent collaborations with directors Michael Bay and Peter Berg. It is an episode full of insights, experiences and lessons for anyone chasing excellence in the camera department.
TOM CLANCY TERMINAL VELOCITY, a string of savage murders in the United States seems unrelated until the FBI makes a shocking discovery: a decade ago, all of the murder victims were involved in a raid to eliminate the Umayyad Revolutionary Council, a vicious terror group that—were it not for John Clark and the Campus—would have perpetrated the most devastating attack against critical American infrastructure in history. Now it appears they're back, with a next-generation leader hell-bent on revenge. Mary Pat Foley, Director of National Intelligence, greenlights an op for the Campus to cut the head off the snake. Clark taps ex-Delta commando Bartosz “Midas” Jankowski to lead a kill team deep into the mountains to snuff out the charismatic terror leader. But when the hunters become the hunted, it's up to Jack Ryan Jr. to avert disaster amid a deadly power game of nations vying for control of the disputed region. On a rapid covert ingress from neighboring India, he'll traverse the Himalayan wilderness with a rifle on his back and a tough Mujahadin fighter by his side. Jack knows time is growing short—he must save his team and lead them into position to be the first to hit terminal velocity. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.
Join the Veterans Breakfast Club for conversation with M.P. Woodward, Navy veteran and bestselling author of Tom Clancy: Line of Demarcation, the newest installment in the legendary Jack Ryan series. We'll talk spycraft, storytelling, and how real-world experience in military intelligence shapes his fiction writing. Before becoming a full-time writer, M.P. Woodward served as a Naval Intelligence Officer with the U.S. Pacific Command, where he scripted war-game scenarios focused on the Middle East and coordinated joint missions with Special Forces, the CIA, and the NSA. He deployed multiple times to the Persian Gulf and Far East and served on a senior admiral's flag staff, often acting as liaison to foreign military officers. These experiences gave him a deep well of operational and diplomatic knowledge—one he draws from to deliver techno-thrillers that feel one step ahead of the headlines. In Line of Demarcation, Woodward thrusts President Jack Ryan into the center of an escalating crisis as Russia's war in Ukraine edges toward global catastrophe. Meanwhile, Jack Ryan Jr. undertakes a covert mission in occupied territory that could determine the fate of nations. With geopolitical intrigue and explosive action, the novel delivers all the hallmarks of classic Clancy—filtered through Woodward's sharp, informed lens. Don't miss this chance to hear from one of today's most authentic voices in military fiction. We'll discuss his path from the Navy to the bestseller list, and how his service continues to inform his storytelling today. We're grateful to UPMC for Life for sponsoring this event!
Bernie Sanders is one of the most popular politicians in America today. Why would this be? In short, Senator Sanders is very good at understanding and paying attention to the problems of the masses. In some ways, he is ahead of the game. Many politicians don't even understand the problems facing Americans. They are simply looking for that winning issue, likely with NO intention of actually putting forth a workable solution.Bernie's problem, however, his solutions are all wrong. It reminds of that scene in Hunt for Red October when Jack Ryan is explaining to Captain Ramius about the books he had written on the famous Captain. Ramius admonished Ryan and told him his conclusions were all wrong. Unfortunately there is nobody to set Senator Sanders on the righteous path. He is forever going around talking about real problems but offering no workable solutions.Bernie Sanders on Joe Roganhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/5Jo9ncrz2liWiKj8inZwD2?si=wmR7IhrnSBafil2xFjBp-gMilton Friedman on Phil Donahuehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MQ0-cDKMS5MSeth Martin - Who Gets to Decide - Link Between Money and Standard of Living - Chartshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dHgUIr5SymM
TOM CLANCY TERMINAL VELOCITY, a string of savage murders in the United States seems unrelated until the FBI makes a shocking discovery: a decade ago, all of the murder victims were involved in a raid to eliminate the Umayyad Revolutionary Council, a vicious terror group that—were it not for John Clark and the Campus—would have perpetrated the most devastating attack against critical American infrastructure in history. Now it appears they're back, with a next-generation leader hell-bent on revenge. Mary Pat Foley, Director of National Intelligence, greenlights an op for the Campus to cut the head off the snake. Clark taps ex-Delta commando Bartosz “Midas” Jankowski to lead a kill team deep into the mountains to snuff out the charismatic terror leader. But when the hunters become the hunted, it's up to Jack Ryan Jr. to avert disaster amid a deadly power game of nations vying for control of the disputed region. On a rapid covert ingress from neighboring India, he'll traverse the Himalayan wilderness with a rifle on his back and a tough Mujahadin fighter by his side. Jack knows time is growing short—he must save his team and lead them into position to be the first to hit terminal velocity. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.
A Pentagon higher-up is suing his psychic side-piece for threatening to beat up his wife. An affair that started as innocent research for a book that we're guessing is like “What if Jack Ryan was into healing crystals?” Keeping with the theme of mysticism, we get into RFK's ongoing destruction of the HHS and CDC, him finally admitting he doesn't believe in germs, and our new CDC director who thinks he should be able to sell your kidneys.Support the show
Bernie Sanders is one of the most popular politicians in America today. Why would this be? In short, Senator Sanders is very good at understanding and paying attention to the problems of the masses. In some ways, he is ahead of the game. Many politicians don't even understand the problems facing Americans. They are simply looking for that winning issue, likely with NO intention of actually putting forth a workable solution.Bernie's problem, however, his solutions are all wrong. It reminds of that scene in Hunt for Red October when Jack Ryan is explaining to Captain Ramius about the books he had written on the famous Captain. Ramius admonished Ryan and told him his conclusions were all wrong. Unfortunately there is nobody to set Senator Sanders on the righteous path. He is forever going around talking about real problems but offering no workable solutions.Bernie Sanders on Joe Roganhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/5Jo9ncrz2liWiKj8inZwD2?si=wmR7IhrnSBafil2xFjBp-gMilton Friedman on Phil Donahuehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MQ0-cDKMS5MSeth Martin - Who Gets to Decide - Link Between Money and Standard of Living - Chartshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dHgUIr5SymM
In this episode, the Munsons take flight with one of Hollywood's most iconic stars—Harrison Ford, and hope he doesn't take the plane down with us. With two animal species named after him and a box office career that towers over our box office snapshot spreadsheet, we dig into every angle of Ford's legendary run. How much does Case really hate him, and how will that play into his final score? We weigh the burden of carrying roles like Han Solo, Indiana Jones, Rick Deckard, and Jack Ryan, and debate whether being born during World War II influenced his knack for fighting Nazis on screen. We look at his real-life, death-defying stunts as a pilot, the impact of Han Solo as the first in a line of action-hero archetypes, and whether Indiana Jones paved the way for the Gates family in National Treasure. The crew dissects his comparison to Jake Gyllenhaal in Presumed Innocent, relives The Fugitive (and our collective hatred of PlutoTV), and questions why Ford took a voice role in The Secret Life of Pets—and if there's more animated work in his future. Plus, we talk about his long-overdue Razzie nom in 2020. How does he rank on the Munson Meter? Listen to find out.
Vamos a repasar una gran película, la primera aventura de Jack Ryan. Disfrutaremos de su argumento lleno de tensión, con anécdotas, curiosidades y opiniones. Venga, todos al submarino. Con Javier Iborra y Luis Martínez Vallés Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals
This week, Skylar sits down with Matt Garrison — an Amarillo native, seasoned police officer, and global security expert. From serving small-town Panhandle police forces to traveling the world providing personal protection for high-profile clients, Matt's career reads like something out of Jack Ryan. Beneath the gruff exterior is someone deeply thoughtful and committed to keeping others safe — whether it's motorists along I-40, Department of Defense contract executives, or members of a local congregation. We also talk about practical ways to keep yourself and your family safe in a world that feels increasingly uncertain. This is a fascinating and timely conversation you won't want to miss.
Description Returning guest Virginia McAlister joins Joe to discuss the first novel about Jack Ryan, a character who has been adapted into many different media since his debut appearance. Written by Jack Ryan, The Hunt for Red October tells the … Continue reading →
This episode delves into the cinematic exploration of "Patriot Games," a film that encapsulates the tumultuous intersection of personal and political conflict through the lens of CIA analyst Jack Ryan. We commence with an examination of the film's narrative framework, which, while engaging, reveals significant pacing issues that detract from the overall viewing experience. The discourse further extends to a critical evaluation of the character's portrayal, particularly highlighting Harrison Ford's performance, which, despite its commendable aspects, seems constrained by the film's adherence to the source material. Throughout the episode, we engage in a reflective analysis of how our perceptions of films evolve over time, particularly in the context of cinematic critique. Ultimately, we arrive at a consensus that, although "Patriot Games" presents a compelling narrative, it is marred by certain limitations that hinder its standing in the pantheon of action-thrillers.
James Cosmo is an iconic Scottish actor who has starred in over 130 Hollywood movies as well as global classic TV productions. His films include Braveheart, Trainspotting, Troy, The Chronicles of Narnia, Ben Hur and The Last King of Scotland. On television, he's known to millions as Jeor Mormont in Game of Thrones, and has appeared in hit series like Sons of Anarchy, His Dark Materials and Jack Ryan. He appeared as a contestant on the nineteenth series of Celebrity Big Brother in 2017, finishing in fourth place. His latest project is staring in the new series of the ITV drama Karen Pirie, available now on ITVX .James Cosmo is our guest in episode 510 of My Time Capsule and chats to Michael Fenton Stevens about the five things he'd like to put in a time capsule; four he'd like to preserve and one he'd like to bury and never have to think about again .Watch the new series of Karen Pirie on ITVX here - https://www.itv.com/watch/karen-pirie/10a0641Follow James Cosmo on Twitter/X: @MrJamesCosmo . Follow My Time Capsule on Instagram: @mytimecapsulepodcast & Twitter/X & Facebook: @MyTCpod .Follow Michael Fenton Stevens on Twitter/X: @fentonstevens & Instagram @mikefentonstevens .Produced and edited by John Fenton-Stevens for Cast Off Productions .Music by Pass The Peas Music .Artwork by matthewboxall.com .This podcast is proud to be associated with the charity Viva! Providing theatrical opportunities for hundreds of young people .To support this podcast, get all episodes ad-free and a bonus episode every Wednesday of "My Time Capsule The Debrief', please sign up here - https://mytimecapsule.supercast.com. All money goes straight into the making of the podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
One of the greatest submarine thrillers of all time looks fabulous in 4K! My first in a series of Jack Ryan reviews. The Hunt For Red October (1990) - 4K UHD Blu-Ray Review ROCKFILE Podcast 830 #thehuntforredoctober #moviereview #rockfile ~ You can subscribe to my podcasts on Podbean, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Amazon Music/Audible, Google Podcasts, YouTube, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn, Alexa, Player FM, Samsung, Podchaser, Stitcher, Boomplay, Overcast, Pocket Cast, Castro, Castbox, Podfriend, Goodpods and more. ~ -Social Media Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rockfilesroom -Official Website: https://therockfile.com/ -YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@rockfile -Interview Archive: https://rockfileradio.com/Interviews/ ~ Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/hybridas/funk-and-roll License code: KLKVNGSSFEBLGYLG I tried the site for free and it is the first one I have ever subscribed to. Use my link to get started for free: https://share.uppbeat.io/46uvrqr3uryi ~
TOM CLANCY LINE OF DEMARCATION starts with the destruction of a US Coast Guard cutter and the loss of her entire crew. But the USCG Claiborne was on an innocuous mission to open a sea lane between an oil field off the coast of South America and the refineries of southern Louisiana. The destruction of the ship—tragic as it is—won't stop that mission from continuing. So, who would sacrifice twenty-two men and women just to slow down the plan? That's the question plaguing Jack, who is in Guyana working on a deal to get his company, Hendley Associates, in on the ground floor of this new discovery. But Russia's Wagner Group and a pack of Venezuelan narco-terrorists have other ideas—and will risk war with the United States to see them through. It's up to Jack to identify the killers before they draw a bead on him . . . but how can he do that when the line of demarcation between friend and foe is constantly shifting?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.
Author: M.P. Woodward Book: TOM CLANCY LINE OF DEMARCATION: A Jack Ryan Jr. Novel Publishing: G.P. Putnam's Sons (May 20, 2025) Synopsis (from the Publisher): The discovery of an oil field off the coast of Guyana plunges Jack Ryan, Jr into a cauldron of lies in the latest entry in this New York Times bestselling […] The post M.P. WOODWARD – TOM CLANCY LINE OF DEMARCATION: A Jack Ryan Jr. Novel appeared first on KSCJ 1360.
Vice President JD Vance headlined the Bitcoin 2025 conference in Las Vegas, pledging President Trump's support for crypto. Vance personally holds up to $500,000 in Bitcoin, and the Trump family also has crypto investments. Interest in trade schools has nearly doubled since 2017 while university enrollment has declined slightly since the pandemic. In "CBS Mornings'" series "Rebuilding America," a school in Wisconsin shows how they're responding to the shift. CBS News' Ian Lee reports. Branden Jacobs-Jenkins and LaTanya Richardson Jackson join "CBS Mornings" to discuss "Purpose," a six-time Tony-nominated drama about an influential family unraveling during a snowstorm. Richardson Jackson is nominated for Best Lead Actress for her role as matriarch Claudine. First on "CBS Mornings" MLB announces its first major investment in women's sports with the launch of the Athletes Unlimited Softball League, kicking off June 7 with national broadcasts and city tours.In our series "Never Too Late," we show it's never too late to learn something new. After being typecast as a news anchor in roles like "Jack Ryan" and "Smile 2," Vladimir Duthiers signed up for acting classes and performed a dramatic scene with a Hollywood star. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Did YOU know this was a franchise?Join our DISCORD►https://discord.gg/v64NGAGSupport us on PATREON► https://www.patreon.com/CultPoptureLet's get into the nittygritty of the Skyline trilogy (currently)Check out our rankings on Letterboxd:Cult Popture► https://letterboxd.com/CultPopture/Richard► https://letterboxd.com/rmpm/AJ► https://letterboxd.com/ajinhdDONATE TO OUR PATREON ► https://Patreon.com/CultPoptureCHECK OUT OUR MERCH► https://teespring.com/stores/cult-poptureLIKE US ON FACEBOOK ► goo.gl/9EFEIaFOLLOW US ON TWITTER ► goo.gl/tuixnWSUBSCRIBE TO US ON YOUTUBE ► goo.gl/ITdEhKEMAIL US AT ► cultpopturemedia@gmail.comFOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM ► goo.gl/1rrpH7VISIT THE WEBSITE ► www.cultpopture.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tom Clancy Line of Demarcation (A Jack Ryan Jr. Novel) by M.P. Woodward Amazon.com MPwoodward.com The discovery of an oil field off the coast of Guyana plunges Jack Ryan, Jr into a cauldron of lies in the latest entry in this New York Times bestselling series. It starts with the destruction of a US Coast Guard cutter and the loss of her entire crew. But the USCG Claiborne was on an innocuous mission to open a sea lane between an oil field off the coast of Guyana and the refineries of southern Louisiana. The destruction of the ship, tragic as it is, won't stop that mission from continuing. So who would sacrifice twenty-two men and women just to slow down the plan? That's the question plaguing Jack Ryan Jr. He's in Guyana to work a deal to get his company, Hendley Associates, in on the ground floor of this new discovery, but the destruction of the Claiborne and the kidnapping of the Guyanese Interior Minister make it clear that there's a malignant force working to destroy Guyana's oil industry. It's up to Jack to identify the killers before they draw a bead on him, but how can he do that when the line of demarcation between friend and foe is constantly shifting?About the author M.P. Woodward is the NYT bestselling author of the Tom Clancy Jack Ryan Jr. books SHADOW STATE, LINE OF DEMARCATION and the Handler CIA espionage series (THE HANDLER, DEAD DROP) from Penguin Random House. He served as a U.S. Naval Intelligence officer before going on to a career in tech. For more, please visit his website or find him on social media
TOM CLANCY LINE OF DEMARCATION starts with the destruction of a US Coast Guard cutter and the loss of her entire crew. But the USCG Claiborne was on an innocuous mission to open a sea lane between an oil field off the coast of South America and the refineries of southern Louisiana. The destruction of the ship—tragic as it is—won't stop that mission from continuing. So, who would sacrifice twenty-two men and women just to slow down the plan? That's the question plaguing Jack, who is in Guyana working on a deal to get his company, Hendley Associates, in on the ground floor of this new discovery. But Russia's Wagner Group and a pack of Venezuelan narco-terrorists have other ideas—and will risk war with the United States to see them through. It's up to Jack to identify the killers before they draw a bead on him . . . but how can he do that when the line of demarcation between friend and foe is constantly shifting?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.
The Ford Fiesta is rolling agin as we move through the wide variety of films that featured Harrison Ford in the '90s, starting with Regarding Henry. A Mike Nichols film, a J.J. Abrams script, Annette Bening, and Ford up to his more risky ways, taking on another against-type character. Paul and Adam get to the bottom of this unusual Ford vehicle right before he goes action city with Jack Ryan and The Fugitive. Like good movie talk? Please subscribe! Website: www.themovieguys.net The Ford Fiesta: https://apple.co/3s3Om9l The TMG Interview: https://apple.co/3c21SEI The Movie Showcast: https://apple.co/3eXSrrW Countdown: https://bit.ly/38XVDzS YouTube (The Movie Guys): https://www.youtube.com/TheMovieGuys YouTube (The Movie Guys LIVE): Youtube.com/user/TheMovieGuysLIVE Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/themovieguys Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMovieGuys Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themovieguys/ BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/themovieguysonline.bsky.social X: https://x.com/TheMovieGuys
Send us a textIn this episode of Authors Who Lead, I sit down with Brian Andrews and Jeffrey Wilson, the powerhouse writing duo behind the riveting thriller Dark Rising. Both veterans with storied pasts—Brian, a former submarine officer with business acumen, and Jeffrey, a trauma surgeon and Navy veteran—found common ground far from the battlefield: at a thriller writing conference.Their partnership, as Jeffrey jokes, was born of “stalking” at the International Thriller Writers' ThrillerFest, where their shared backgrounds and values—family, faith, and service—formed a natural foundation for creative collaboration. But it wasn't instant coauthoring. As Jeffrey explains, “Once we decided that we were gonna do this thing, we went into it knowing we're either gonna become better friends or destroy this friendship forever. Let's see." Thankfully, the outcome was a deeper bond and a writing team that has delivered years of explosive storytelling.Timestamp:00:00 Teamwork in writing: military ethos05:05 Balancing writing with distractions09:39 Inspiration cycles for writers13:14 Embracing pantser writing surprises14:23 Characters' voices shape the story17:11 Curiosity and predictability in writing21:46 Teaching writing to nonfiction leaders26:19 Embrace imperfection in writing27:52 Antagonist's two-week mission33:01 Balancing passion and obligations36:33 Supporting veterans in new ventures38:49 Principled characters in chaotic times40:43 Honoring unsung heroes through fictionFull show notesCOMMUNITY PROGRAMS
It's official — Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down as President of Lucasfilm this August. After years of speculation and conflicting public statements, the longtime producer will be transitioning out of the role sooner than expected. But what does this mean for the future of Star Wars? And who might be next in line to take the reins? Kristian Harloff dives into the details, potential successors like Dave Filoni and Carrie Beck, and what this move signals for the franchise. Also on today's packed show:
Not for good, unfortunately, but it's always good to spend some time with the Wide World of Bird.
In a very special episode of the Film Stories podcast, Simon is joined by filmmaker Patricia Riggen, the director of the brand new action film G20. She talks about making the film, her collaboration with Viola Davis, and the problems she still faces on a movie set. They also dig back into her film story, from her earlier career, to cemetery exploring for Guillermo del Toro, and a whole lot more... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your "best"? Losers always whine about their best. Draft Class goes home and fucks the prom queen. Joining Jon Saks for the Final Round of the SEAN CONNERY Draft - SPECIAL GUESTS!Jeff GillisBrad Gillis"Let us know what Draft you would like to listen to by sending us a message!"Support the show
Free preview cross-over with the Bang-Bang Podcast. In this episode, Van and Lyle are joined by writer Max Read to dissect The Sum of All Fears, the 2002 film adaptation of Tom Clancy's novel. The film thrusts CIA analyst Jack Ryan, portrayed by Ben Affleck, into a high-stakes scenario where a nuclear bomb detonates in Baltimore, pushing the U.S. and Russia to the brink of war. The movie's release shortly after 9/11 adds a layer of poignancy to its themes of terrorism and national insecurity.The discussion delves into the portrayal of neo-Nazi antagonists manipulating global powers, a narrative choice that, while admirably distancing from the novel's Middle Eastern villains, also anticipates our terrifying present. The trio likewise examines the character of Russian President Nemerov, a Vladimir Putin stand-in who, putting aside his central role in anti-Chechen violence, comes off as way too sympathetic in 2025. The narrative's sanitized depiction of nuclear devastation, particularly the aftermath of the Baltimore explosion, earn well-deserved chuckles. Most of all, Max brings his media expertise on the “‘90s Dad Thriller” to the conversation, further offering stark relief to a current moment when such innocent and fun-loving thrills have been rendered quaint—perhaps even impossible.Further ReadingMax Read's Substack“‘90s Dad Thrillers: a List,” by Max ReadThe Spook Who Sat By The Door, by Sam Greenlee"Trump dreams of a Maga empire – but he's more likely to leave us a nuclear hellscape," by Alexander HurstThe Doomsday Machine: Confessions of a Nuclear War Planner, by Daniel EllsbergCommand and Control: Nuclear Weapons, the Damascus Accident, and the Illusion of Safety, by Eric Schlossser“The Man Who Knew Too Much,” by Lyle Jeremy RubinThe Hunt for Tom Clancy Substack, by Matt Farwell
The second Jack Ryan film based on the character created by novelist Tom Clancy. Harrison Ford makes his debut in the series as Jack Ryan, whose family is put into danger after he foils a terrorist attack in London. Co-starring Anne Archer, Sean Bean, Patrick Bergin, Samuel L. Jackson, James Earl Jones and Thora Birch.
"FebruaRYAN" concludes with a look at 2014's Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit. Twelve years after The Sum of All Fears failed to reignite the Jack Ryan franchise, Paramount tried once again to tell a new Ryan origin story, with a new "hot young star of the moment" leading man in the role. But this particular Ryan movie arrived in a post-MCU world, when the importance of "IP" had become even more evident, and the concept of - say it with us - "cinematic universes" had become all the rage. How did that affect the approach to Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit? And why did the movie ultimately suffer essentially the same fate as its predecessor? We discuss all this, and more, as we wrap up our look at failed reboots of Tom Clancy's beloved CIA analyst. Our Twitter Our Facebook Our Instagram Our YouTube Trev's Letterboxd Chris' Letterboxd
RT Custer, co-founder and CEO of the Vortic Watch Company, joins me on Episode 719 of "The Business Storytelling Podcast" to share how he brought the company's products to market and continues to be a success with customers.Shop for your one-of-its-kind watch here: https://vorticwatches.comSkip to a specific section of the conversation:(0:44) The concept behind Vortic Watch Company: Transforming antique pocket watches into wristwatches(4:43) Origin story: How a conversation on a Penn State golf course sparked the business idea (7:36) Target market and watch sizes: Who wears Vortic watches(8:25) Marketing strategy and getting featured on Jack Ryan with John Krasinski(11:37) The Military Edition watches: Special timepieces from WWII B-17 bombers(13:44) History of pocket watches: From mobile timekeeping to modern wristwatches(17:33) Why Vortic focuses exclusively on American-made pocket watches(19:11) Engineering and design: How pocket watches are transformed into comfortable wristwatches(22:09) How customers choose their Vortic watches: The importance of personal connection and story
Captain America Brave New World has been screened for critics and influencers, and the results are in! The Rotten Tomatoes score has been revealed—so is Marvel Studios happy with the outcome? Will audiences show up in theaters for Captain America 4 starring Anthony Mackie's Sam Wilson? Plus, we break down all the latest on Harrison Ford's Red Hulk, the Avengers Secret Wars setup, and what this means for the MCU Phase 5 and beyond. But that's not all—big news in the Harry Potter HBO Max series! The Harry Potter reboot has cast John Lithgow as Dumbledore—is he the right choice? We also discuss the latest on the Fantastic Four, the Jack Ryan movie, and more. Join Kristian, Steph, and Mike for all the latest updates!
Send us a textBrian Andrews, one half of the writing duo Andrews and Wilson, joins the show once again to discuss their latest contribution to the legendary Jack Ryan series, "Defense Protocol." Support the showMake sure to check out Jason on IG @drjasonpiccolo