Podcast appearances and mentions of John Hughes

Braga, King, and Ski talk about a Thanksgiving tradition, Planes, Trains, Automobiles. John Candy and Steve Martin are national treasures in a movie about a guy's awful trip back home before the holiday. It's a John Hughes classic. Is it any good? Listen!

“I like me. My wife likes me. My customers like me.” Planes, Trains and Automobiles (1987) directed by John Hughes and starring Steve Martin and John Candy Next Time: The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992)

In which the Mister and Monsters join me in reviewing UNCLE BUCK (1989), from writer/director John Hughes.  When their parents must unexpectedly travel out of town due to a family emergency, the three Russell children are left in the reluctant care of their father's black sheep brother, Buck Russell (John Candy). Buck, who is known for his unconventional habits and general unreliability, must quickly adapt to the responsibilities of domestic life, which includes navigating the rebellious streak of the eldest daughter, Tia (Jean Louisa Kelly).  Despite his disastrous initial attempts at cleaning, cooking, and babysitting, Buck manages to connect with the children in his own unique way, proving that he may be the family's most dependable member after all.  The film clocks in at 1 h and 57 m, is unrated, is currently available on Tubi and HBO Max but it's also available to buy/rent on Prime Video.  Please note there are SPOILERS in this review.#UncleBuck #JohnHughes #JohnCandy #BuckRussell #JeanLouisaKelly #Tia #GabyHoffmann #Maizy #MacaulayCulkin #Miles #AmyMadigan #Chanice #ElaineBromka #Cindy #GarrettMBrown #Bob #LaurieMetcalf #MarcieDahlgrenFrost #JayUnderwood #Bug #Comedy  @PrimeVideo  @TBS  @TNT  #JohnCandyILikeMe #ColinHanks#FridayFamilyFilmNightOpening intro music: GOAT by Wayne Jones, courtesy of YouTube Audio Library

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! We'd like to kick off the holiday with the (sort-of) only Thanksgiving movie, the John Hughes 1987 classic, Planes, Trains and Automobiles. We dissect Steve Martin's slow descent into madness, John Candy's weaponized cheerfulness, and the eternal question: why does every mode of transportation hate these men? You also get to hear Gil experience a new level of hatred. Give us a listen on your way to get stuffed with Thanksgiving food! Twitter - @podcastBADMOVIE Insta - @badmoviepodcast Email - badmoviereviewpodcast@gmail.com Gil - @WR_Gil Romero - @RomeroinATX Zach - @ZachfromNB

Burning Bright and Chris Paul sit down for a spirited Thanksgiving-week discussion of Planes, Trains and Automobiles, unpacking John Hughes' classic through humor, film analysis, psychology, and cultural commentary. They break down the movie's “comedy of errors” structure, the over-the-top schmaltz of its emotional beats, and how Steve Martin and John Candy embody two archetypes forced together on a chaotic hero's journey. The hosts dive into the film's mythic storytelling roots, its portrayal of 1980s Americana, the contrast between Neil's polished corporate frustration and Del's messy human warmth, and the way both men represent missing pieces in each other's lives. Along the way, BB and Chris veer into side-rants about Reagan-era prosperity aesthetics, the lost art of character-driven movies, airline misery, AI shaping society since the 1950s, the asymmetry of technology, how modern films misunderstand character, and even how turkeys, pardons, Venezuela, and election narratives tie into today's psyop-ridden media landscape. A sharp, funny, reflective episode blending film breakdown, cultural analysis, and classic Badlands banter.

Welcome to another holiday episode of FCP! This week we are discussing the 1987 Thanksgiving classic movie Planes, Trains, and Automobiles by John Hughes and starring Steve Martin and John Candy. We also discuss which characters we would like to have Thanksgiving with and explore the box office for the remainder of the year. We hope you enjoy the podcast, have an incredible holiday, and thanks for listening. Happy Thanksgiving!!

Eric, Jeff, Styles, Sheek and Jadakiss got together in Yonkers to break down the 1987 John Hughes road trip comedy starring Steve Martin and John Candy. In one of the funniest episodes yet, we discussed John Candy's perfect balance of being annoying and good-hearted, what makes someone a good salesman, whether Steve Martin could have made it home on his own, what was really in John Candy's trunk, the most annoying things that Steve Martin and John Candy do, the best lines in the film, debated whether this is a Thanksgiving classic and so much more!!! PLUS: the return of Your Captain Speaking!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This year's Thanksgiving episode finds Justus and David discussing the classic John Hughes comedy that, despite its title, features precisely ONE plane, ONE train, and multiple automobiles. Plus, they recount their own Planes, Trains and Automobiles-esque experience driving in an electric car that almost caused a seismic rift in their friendship. Remember Del Griffith's motto: like your job, love your wife, and listen to the Greatest Movie Ever Made!Planes, Trains and Automobiles (1987) is directed by John Hughes and stars Steve Martin, John Candy, Laila Robins, Michael McKean, and Dylan BakerMusic: “Fractals” by Kyle Casey and White Bat Audio

Claire Danes delivers an emotionally gripping performance in her latest limited series, The Beast in Me. Starring alongside an unflinching Matthew Rhys, the Emmy–winning actor reveals why she had Rhys change his character's name from the original script. Danes also shares what it was like to reunite with executive producer Howard Gordon after their hit series Homeland, her early obsession with Madonna and John Hughes movies, and how her role in Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines helped Danes “click back” into acting after spending two years at Yale. Video episodes are available on the Still Watching Netflix YouTube Channel. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.

With Jaws now an official film franchise, Universal and its producers still wanted more. But they then did an unforeseen, seemingly desperate move of producing a script done by John Hughes and the rest of the National Lampoon clan called Jaws 3 People Nothing. Original producers Richard Zanuck and Robert Brown were allegedly onboard to do the film. But supposedly, original director Steven Spielberg came in and said that if the script was made, he was going to leave Universal forever. So, Brown and Zanuck sold their rights to Alan Greenspan, who then got author and frequent Twilight Zone scribe Richard Matheson to come in and once again bring terrorizing sharks back to the beaches. But Greenspan got desperate after Matheson turned in a supposed unfilmable script and once again brought in Carl Gottlieb in and spice it up. What was eventually come up with was filmed and brought forth before audiences by longtime Jaws 2nd unit director Joe Alves in the 3D wrought Jaws 3D. How did the film eventually go 3D? How much coke was star Dennis Quaid on during filming? What the hell is recent Oscar winner Lou Gossett Jr doing here? And what did Garrett hold this one up as his favorite Jaws film while growing up? Soooo many questions, as well as what first time viewer Adam thinks of the film, are answered on this week's Three Men and a Retrospective Podcast! Next week, Jaws The Revenge!!

Bob's Movie Club Presents: Planes, Trains, & Automobiles. John Hughes' 1987 classic didn't please the whole gang all these years later. John Candy is heart warming, but were Steve Martin's comedy chops wasted?

There's going to be sex, drugs, rock 'n' roll, chips, dips, chains, whips … your basic Rewatchables episode. The Ringer's Bill Simmons and Kyle Brandt revisit John Hughes's 1985 hit ‘Weird Science,' starring Anthony Michael Hall, Kelly LeBrock, and Ilan Mitchell-Smith. Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Chia Hao Tat, and Eduardo Ocampo Talk to a State Farm agent today to learn how you can choose to bundle and save with the Personal Price Plan®. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there®. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're kicking off Food and Family Month with John Hughes' 1989 comedy, digging into John Candy's perfect balance of slob and softie, and why this movie still hits like a cozy holiday watch even without Christmas lights.We talk about Macaulay Culkin's scene-stealing “jump scare” performance, Tia's weaponized attitude, and how Uncle Buck somehow feels both chaotic and weirdly responsible.Is Buck actually the best kind of uncle, or a walking red flag? Join our book club for movies and leave a comment.#UncleBuck #JohnCandy #JohnHughes #MacaulayCulkin #80sMovies #MovieReview #FilmDiscussion #FoodAndFamily #SoManySequels #MoviePodcast #ComfortMovies #ThanksgivingSeason

Paranoid. Alone. Mistrust. Fear of the unknown. But enough about Mike, we hope you enjoy us blabbering about The Thing.In this episode, we discuss the 1982 movie, The Thing. Directed by John Carpenter. Starring Kurt Russell, Keith David, Wilford Brimley, and Richard Masur. You can request movies by emailing us at specrapular@gmail.comGo follow our Youtube channel where ALL of our episodes are posted now: ⁠⁠Specrapular⁠ ⁠(https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0ppqS8Japy4yT4cVfcGEKw)The next movie we are going to discuss (IGNORE WHAT WE SAY IN THE EPISODE) is, Planes, Trains and Automobiles, from 1987. Directed by John Hughes. Starring Steve Martin, and John Candy. It is available on Pluto TV.Intro music by: LuisFind more music from Luis at: instagram.com/breatheinstereoSeason 9 Episode 3

Welcome to the Video Store Podcast.It's Turkey Time! The leaves are changing and the air is crisp. As the jack-o-lanterns turn into pumpkin pie I love to sit down and watch Thanksgiving movies. Some people will tell you there's only one Thanksgiving movie to watch this time of year, I disagree. I'm going to recommend four other Thanksgiving movies that will get you in the holiday spirit and hopefully become a permanent part of your Thanksgiving watch-list.First up we have Son in Law, the 1993 Pauly Shore movie. Becca, a small town Midwestern girl moves to Los Angeles to attend college. She meets Crawl (Shore) an eccentric surfer dude filled with chaotic energy. When Becca brings Crawl home for Thanksgiving the family and town aren't prepared for teh antics.John Hughes wrote two movies about Thanksgiving, one in 1987 and Dutch in 1991. Dutch is a road trip movie about a blue-collar and his spoiled, soon to be stepson. Along they way they each learn to view the world different and accept each other for who they are. The third movie on out Thanksgiving list is Home for the Holidays, directed by Jodi Foster. Home for the Holidays is a raw, unfiltered look at Thanksgiving through the lenses of a dysfunctional family. The Thanksgiving dinner scene alone is worth the price of the rental. It's not your normal ‘everyone hug and say I love you' happy ending. It's a fantastic movie and highly underrated.The final film on my list is Scent of A Woman from 1992. It's about the unlikely friendship between a prep school student and a retired Army officer. It stars the great Al Pacino and it is his movie through and through. From start to finish, he gives a master class in acting. In the end it reminds us that no matter what our situation there's always something and someone to be thankful for. No matter how you spend the holiday, with family, with friends or something else, have safe, enjoyable and relaxing holiday.We're thankful you stop by The Video Store Podcast, please come again for more great movies to add to your list.Thanks for reading Video Store Podcast! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.videostorepodcast.com

What's up, dudes? We had a blast covering the last movie, so we're doing another live commentary! It's the 35th anniversary of Home Alone, so we're celebrating! Yes, Home Alone is 35 years old today! CJ Bélanger from Rose Suchak Ladder and I have a blast with this watch along! Rose Suchak LadderIG: @rosesuchakladderpodGive us a buzz! Send a text, dudes!Check us out on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Totally Rad Christmas Mall & Arcade, Teepublic.com, or TotallyRadChristmas.com! Later, dudes!

We welcome actor John Kapelos, whose unforgettable turns in The Breakfast Club and Sixteen Candles enshrine him as a John Hughes Universe fixture. From Second City to Shermer High, John weighs in on comedy, character & The Hughes legacy.John takes us back to his youth in London, Ontario, Canada, and his first big leap into show business as a member of Second City Chicago, from where he toured for over three years and studied under the mentorship of John Candy: John Kapelos shares his thoughts on the recent Candy documentary and the warmth and sensitivity of the icon who showed him the way.He shares the magic of an electric comedy scene which included Eugene Levy, Martin Short, Dave Thomas and Catherine O'Hara, and how the Chicago and Toronto improv cultures differed. We also get his perspective on the sexism which permeated the comedy scene.We dive into John's transition from stage to screen, his admiration for John Hughes' ability to capture the voices of teenagers, and we get Breakfast Club behind-the-scenes intrigue. How did John manage to enrage Emilio Estevez? And how did he ultimately receive absolution from Martin Sheen on the set of The West Wing? It's all here.And in a thrilling round of IMDB Roulette, we learn why Desperate Housewives was a piece of (cup)cake and how John sustained an injury on the set of Seinfeld, attempting to not crack up at Kramer!In current media--Weezy: Netflix Limited Series,  Death By LightningFritz: Netflix Movie, A House Of DynamitePath Points of Interest:John Kapelos on WikipediaJohn Kapelos on IMDBJohn Kapelos on InstagramJohn Kapelos on FacebookToo Hip for the RoomDeath By LightningA House Of Dynamite

Jennifer Lawrence's breakthrough role in the 2010 drama Winter's Bone secured her first Academy Award nomination when she was just 20, and she won the Best Actress category two years later for Silver Linings Playbook. Since then, she has become one of the most prolific, critically acclaimed and highest paid actors in Hollywood as the star of The Hunger Games series and three X-Men movies. Other leading roles include American Hustle, Joy and, most recently, the psychological drama Die My Love.Jennifer talks to John Wilson about her childhood on her parents' farm in Kentucky. After being scouted by a modelling agency, she left school as a teenager and moved to New York to start working as a model and actor. She recalls how the film Taxi Driver, starring a young Jodie Foster, made a big impression on her as an aspiring actress and how Jodie Foster later became a role model when she directed Jennifer on the set of The Beaver. She also counts Gena Rowlands' performance in A Woman Under The Influence, written and directed by John Cassavetes, as an important inspiration, as well as working with directors David O Russell and Lynne Ramsay. Producer: Edwina PitmanArchive and film clips used:Uncle Buck, John Hughes, 1989 No Hard Feelings, Gene Stupnitsky, 2023 Taxi Driver, Martin Scorsese, 1976 Winter's Bone, Debra Granik, 2010 The Hunger Games, Gary Ross, 2012 American Hustle, David O Russell, 2013 Veep, Armando Iannucci, 2012 A Woman Under The Influence, John Cassavetes, 1974 Die My Love, Lynne Ramsay, 2025

“Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah” written by William Williams in the 18th Century with music by John Hughes. This piece was arranged by Hal Hopson and presented by the Chancel Choir as an offering of music at First UMC - Gainesville, FL on 9 November 2025, and accompanied by Lynn Sandefur-Gardner on piano, Jennifer Miller on bells, and the Brass Ensemble.

Is it Risky Business meets Fright Night? Or The 'Burbs meets The Blob? John Hughes meets John Carpenter? All this and much, much less. MBIaV is a confused mash up of 80's suburban teen sex comedy and heavy handed 'tolerance' proselytizing. Confused? Us too. GAZA IS STILL UNDER FIRElifeline4gaza.comgazafunds.orgThe Sameer Project+++++Outro: Funk Shui Project performing Bad Things

On the latest episode of the podcast, Doug lets everyone know that you can't have rich kids be the heroes of your movies, Jamie thinks that one of the boys in this movie may have become Sarah Jessica Parker later in life, and we both punch up the script a bit, 40 years later. Dump an Icee on some nerds, beat them up at Homecoming, and join us as we have very different thoughts on, Weird Science!Weird Science is a 1985 film written and directed by John Hughes and starring Kelly LeBrock, Anthony Michael Hall, Ilan Mitchell-Smith, Bill Paxton, Suzanne Snyder, Judie Aronson, Robert Downey Jr., Robert Rusler, Vernon Wells, Britt Leach & Michael Berryman.Visit our YouTube ChannelMerch on TeePublic Follow us on TwitterFollow on InstagramFind us on FacebookDoug's Schitt's Creek podcast, Schitt's & Giggles can be found here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/schitts-and-giggles-a-schitts-creek-podcast/id1490637008

Author Ed Daly (The Christmas Book) returns to talk about easily one of the most celebrated holiday movies ever, John Hughes' Thanksgiving classic "Planes, Trains and Automobiles." This movie was the career-changer for the late, great John Candy and this episode gets into the hows and whys of that turning point, as well as how the movie was ultimately saved in the editing (as many films often are, but here especially). Would you consider yourself more of a Neal or a Del? What is the most important deleted scene that could've been left in? Which country still rates the movie a PG-13 in spite of the legendary nineteen F-bombs? What is everyone's favorite John Hughes movie? All these questions and more, plus It's the Blu-ray Gift Exchange, Charlie Brown! Buy Ed Daly's book "The Christmas Book" (2025 edition)   Blu-rays covered: Warner Bros.: "Weapons" (2025) - 4K "A Nightmare On Elm Street" 7-disc set - 4K "Peanuts - Ultimate TV Specials Collection" "Curb Your Enthusiasm" - The Complete Series Criterion: "Eyes Without A Face" (1960) - 4K Warner Archive: "The Curse of Frankenstein" (1957) "A Summer Place" (1959) "Rafferty and the Gold Dust Twins" (1975)

TVC 712.6: Paul Myers, author of John Candy: A Life in Comedy, talks to Ed about two instances in the film career of John Candy in which art imitated life—the scene in Stripes in which Candy's character, Dewey Oxburger, reveals his motivation for joining the Army; and Dell Griffith's "I like me" speech in Plains, Trains, and Automobiles—and how the latter particularly illustrates how director John Hughes understood who Candy was as a person like few others. John Candy: A Life in Comedy is available wherever books are sold through House of Anansi Books, as well as Amazon.com. Paul Myers has several appearances in both the U.S. and Canada over the next several weeks. For details on these and other upcoming events, go to Houseof Anansi.com and type in John Candy A Life in Comedy Book Tour

Its physical media time again on the show with Erik Childress and Peter Sobczynski talking about the film that got Dillinger killed a pre-Lady Eve comic mystery with Barbary Stanwyck & Henry Fonda. Apple goes back to physical media to add an Oscar winner to your shelf. There's an all-star cast in a late ‘70s Godfather wannabe plus Peter Hyams' western in space. Tim Burton gets an upgrade for one of his very best films as does the great John Woo with an action film (and baby) for the ages. Plus Criterion upgrades their entry from the John Hughes era which the duo have a lot of thoughts on.3:50 - Criterion (The Breakfast Club (4K))19:34 - Apple (CODA 4K)30:17 - Warner Archive (Manhattan Melodrama, The Mad Miss Manton)43:11 - Cinematographe (King of the Gypsies 4K)52:13 - Disney (Edward Scissorhands (4K))1:04:35 - Arrow (Outland (4K))1:15:45 - Shout (Hard Boiled (4K))1:23:21 – New TV On Blu-ray (Alfred Hitchcock Presents: The Legacy Collection, Happy's Place: Season One)1:26:26 - New Blu-ray AnnouncementsCLICK ON THE FILMS TO RENT OR PURCHASE AND HELP OUT THE MOVIE MADNESS PODCASTBe sure to check outErik's Weekly Box Office Column – At Rotten TomatoesCritics' Classics Series – At Elk Grove Cinema in Elk Grove Village, ILChicago Screening Schedule - All the films coming to theaters and streamingPhysical Media Schedule - Click & Buy upcoming titles for your library.(Direct purchases help the Movie Madness podcast with a few pennies.)Erik's Linktree - Where you can follow Erik and his work anywhere and everywhere.The Movie Madness Podcast has been recognized by Million Podcasts as one of the Top 100 Best Movie Review Podcasts as well as in the Top 60 Film Festival Podcasts and Top 100 Cinephile Podcasts. MillionPodcasts is an intelligently curated, all-in-one podcast database for discovering and contacting podcast hosts and producers in your niche perfect for PR pitches and collaborations. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit erikthemovieman.substack.com

Would you like a day off? Join 004, 009 and Lucy Galore as they wag school and get up to as much mischeif as they can manage with John Hughes classic teen film, Ferris Bueller's Day Off.Which one of our trio took more days off school than the others? You probably know the answer already but sit back and enjoy a trip down memory lane with one of our favourite 80's films.We also have some very special Negligent Discharge to share with you too.Speaking of which, send yours at us with Licence to Podcast on Twitter, X and Instagram or hello@licencetopodcast.com

Get ready for the ultimate throwback. In this special four-part series, Knox and Jamie revisit the iconic films of John Hughes—Ferris Bueller's Day Off, The Breakfast Club, Sixteen Candles, and National Lampoon's Vacation. Each episode is packed with nostalgia, sharp observations, tender appreciation, and the kind of side-eye only Knox and Jamie can deliver. This brand new collection is now available at knoxandjamie.shop! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I happen to catch the "I like me" documentary about #JohnCandy on Netflix, directed by Colin Hanks.  It's a wonderful trip down memory lane.  In my case, I studied at Second City in Chicago (took classes for a semester) before I moved to LA.  I joined a group of improv actors in the Harvey Lembeck workshop, but was an avid fan of SCTV during my years at Boston University and beyond. Charles Grodin and I had that in common - he loved Johnny LaRue (John Candy) and all the other characters, and late in life, Chuck would make DVD copies of his favorite bits and send them to his pals. I have a dozen or so.  As a film director I got to meet a bunch of people... and in this interview with John - you'll hear that I don't say the last name of the actors that I'm referring to, because it's more fun if Jennifer gets them accurately. And she does (once I let her know who we're talking to.) I had just watched the documentary, so the people in it are #SteveMartin (who needs to lighten up on the sobriety), #MartyShort (get your heart checked), Dave Thomas, Andrea Martin (who never changes),  Joe Flaherty, #EugeneLevy (the skeptical one) #CatherineOHara (the dreamer he's visited) Harold Ramis... #BillMurray, #DanAykroyd, #JohnBelushi, #TomHanks... I remembered to mention his lovely wife Rosemary and his two children, both whom are very touching in the doc.  (Sorry I didn't mention his brother in case he views this.)  I asked these questions without Jennifer knowing who I was talking about (except she saw Tom Hanks and saw Bill Murray when I said their first names.  That happens.   So this is an extreme yet excellent example of what we've been doing for  every week for over ten years.  See the film HACKING THE AFTERLIFE on Gaia or Amazon prime for examples.  Jennifer doesn't know anything about the doc about John's life, doesn't know anything about John Candy's life - and I made some errors, like giving Harold Ramis credit for directing Stripes which he cowrote (Ivan Reitman directed it) Harold directed him in Caddyshack, National Lampoon's Vacation.  (A movie that John Hughes told me in person he hated the film but clearly he like John in the film).  As noted, I went to high school with John Hughes, and he was pals with my brother, and super close friends with his wife - who was close to both John and Nancy.   My brother was also pals with Bill Murray in high school, and although I didn't say it in the podcast, I'll say it here - Bill Murray gave me - a brother of his high school pal - free tickets to the dress rehearsal at SNL for years.  I mean - for years -I took friends, including Luana Anders to the show.  And once, had the chutzpa to wait to see him after the show, give him a bottle of wine, and introduce him to Luana...  It was funny because he really didn't know me - I was just there to thank him for leaving tickets for "Elvis Martini" for all those years, and I think he was miffed I'd stuck around to thank him. Little did he know that the Luana he met - the very same Luana - is the moderator of our podcast from the flipside. If I was going to point to one show that demonstrates the ability of Jennifer talking to people offstage - it's this one. She works with members of the FBI, NYPD, LAPD on missing person cases, works pro bono a third of her practice, has been doing this for a long time, and indeed, they're making a show about her on Fox as we speak. I've written 13 books about the flipside, I do offer guided meditations, and Jennifer does these "wine and spirits" evenings in Manhattan beach that anyone can attend and isn't expensive, or they can book her directly. She works with members of Steve Jobs and Kobe Bryant's families - and they've given her permission to say so. So sit back, watch her talk to John Candy about all his pals onstage and off, mock Tom Hanks, tease Steve Martin, make fun of Bill Murray's golf game - all of it is not coming from me or Jennifer. I don't know how else to say it - have been filming people talking to their loved ones for over 15 years via hypnotherapy, guided meditation or mediums like Jennifer.  The story never changes. They aren't gone; they just aren't here.  Enjoy. 

Join us as we sit down with Denny Potter and Jane Bowie, the founders of Potter Jane Distilling in Washington County, Kentucky. After decades of combined experience at Heaven Hill, Maker's Mark, Jim Beam, and other industry giants, these two bourbon veterans left their corporate careers to build something generational from the ground up.

Matthew Pejkovic of Matt's Movie Reviews explores the making and legacy of the 1985 teen drama The Breakfast Club directed by John Hughes. The Breakfast Club available here: https://amzn.to/4n04a8A Support Matt's Movie Reviews YouTube Member: https://tinyurl.com/4s9mpa77 PayPal: https://tinyurl.com/2x9tn2k4 TeePublic: https://tinyurl.com/2p9c5kpn Amazon: https://amzn.to/3FNIOvF Follow Matt's Movie Reviews Website: http://mattsmoviereviews.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mattsmovierev Podbean: https://mattsmoviereviews.podbean.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattsmovierev/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-1643285

Actor Shaun Evans and executive producer Tom Leggett join Justin Crosby on TellyCast to discuss Betrayal — ITV Studios and Mammoth Screen's gripping new espionage drama.Best known for Endeavour, Shaun takes on a very different kind of spy in Betrayal, playing MI5 operative John Hughes — a man navigating a collapsing marriage, shifting office politics and a looming terrorist threat no one else believes is real.The pair reveal the five-year journey behind the series, how writer David Eldridge infused the genre with emotional truth, and why Betrayal feels unlike any spy drama you've seen before. They discuss its themes of trust, loyalty and midlife reckoning, as well as the show's dark humour, grounded realism and cinematic visual style.Betrayal premieres on ITV in early 2026 and is one of the most anticipated dramas on the ITV Studios slate.Listen to the full conversation for an inside look at how Evans and Leggett brought this complex, modern spy story to life.Sponsored by ITV Studios Sign up for The Drop newsletterSupport the showBuy tickets for the TellyCast Digital Content Forum Buy tickets for NEXTWAVE - NEXTWAVE: The Digital-First Production Summit Subscribe to the TellyCast YouTube channel for exclusive TV industry videosFollow us on LinkedInConnect with Justin on LinkedINTellyCast videos on YouTubeTellyCast websiteTellyCast instaTellyCast TwitterTellyCast TikTok

Kaplan's Plot by Jason Diamond is a riveting read where home, past and present collide in one gripping family mystery. Jason joins us to talk about releasing his debut novel, haunting the narrative, Chicago, empathy, redemption and more with cohost Isabelle McConville. This episode of Poured Over was hosted by Isabelle McConville and mixed by Harry Liang.                     New episodes land Tuesdays and Thursdays (with occasional Saturdays) here and on your favorite podcast app. Featured Books (Episode): Kaplan's Plot by Jason Diamond The Sprawl by Jason Diamond Searching for John Hughes by Jason Diamond On Writing by Stephen King It by Stephen King White Teeth by Zadie Smith The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald 1000 Words by Jami Attenberg The Ecstasy of Influence by Jonathan Lethem  

Paul Myers, author of John Candy: A Life in Comedy, talks to Ed about the famous "I like me" speech that John Candy delivered as Del Griffith in Planes, Trains, and Automobiles (1987) and how director John Hughes understood the essence of Candy as few others did. John Candy: A Life in Comedy becomes available wherever books are sold Tuesday, Oct. 7 through House of Anansi Press, as well as Amazon.com. Listeners in the San Francisco Bay Area can meet Paul Myers at Mrs Dalloway's Literary and Garden Arts, 2904 College Avenue in Berkeley, CA on Tuesday Oct. 7 beginning at 7pm. Paul will also appear on stage at the 4 Star Theatre, 2200 Clement Street in San Francisco, CA on Saturday Oct. 11 beginning at 7pm; Paul's appearance that night will be immediately followed by a screening of Uncle Buck. For details on these and other upcoming events, go to Houseof Anansi.com and type in John Candy A Life in Comedy Book Tour. Our complete interview with Paul Myers will air later in October on TV Confidential. 

In this episode, John Hughes talks with Mike Fruge from JT Meleck about the journey from rice farming to crafting rice whiskey.

In this episode, John Hughes talks with Mike Fruge from JT Meleck about the journey from rice farming to crafting rice whiskey. They discuss the challenges and triumphs of distillation, the unique qualities of rice whiskey, and the importance of authenticity in the spirits industry. Takeaways Mike Fruge shares the transition from rice farming to distillation. The unique qualities of rice whiskey are explored. Mike emphasizes the importance of authenticity in their brand. Challenges in the whiskey market are discussed. The role of family heritage in JT Meleck's story. Insights into the distillation process and product development. The impact of market trends on rice whiskey. Mike's personal journey and learning experiences. The significance of blind tastings in overcoming market bias. Future plans for JT Meleck's whiskey offerings.

Jason Diamond is the author of the debut novel Kaplan's Plot, available from Flatiron Books. Diamond is the author of Searching for John Hughes, The Sprawl and co-author ofNew York Nico's Guide to NYC (with Nicolas Heller). His work has been published by the New York Times, Esquire, The New Yorker, GQ, The Paris Review, and many other outlets. He publishes the newsletter The Melt, was born in Skokie, Illinois, and currently lives in Brooklyn with his wife and daughter. Kaplan's Plot is his first novel. *** ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Otherppl with Brad Listi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is a weekly podcast featuring in-depth interviews with today's leading writers. Available where podcasts are available: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, etc. Get ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠How to Write a Novel,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ the debut audio course from DeepDive. 50+ hours of never-before-heard insight, inspiration, and instruction from dozens of today's most celebrated contemporary authors. Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Brad's email newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support the show on Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Merch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email the show: letters [at] otherppl [dot] com The podcast is a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠proud affiliate partner of Bookshop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, working to support local, independent bookstores. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Uncle Buck Retro Review: John Hughes' Family Classic | Vintage Cinema ReviewJoin Dave, Matt, and Zap as they dive into the 1989 John Hughes classic, 'Uncle Buck,' on this episode of Vintage Cinema Review. They explore the film's memorable moments, standout performances by John Candy and a young Macaulay Culkin, and the movie's lasting impact. With fun facts, behind-the-scenes stories, and a lot of laughs, the team revisits this heartwarming family comedy. Does 'Uncle Buck' still hold up today? Tune in to find out!00:00 Introduction to Vintage Cinema Review00:32 Uncle Buck: Initial Impressions01:34 Movie Details and Production02:22 Cast Overview03:52 Plot Summary and Key Scenes05:30 Character Analysis and Themes07:31 Memorable Moments and Fun Facts08:02 Buck's Challenges and Hilarious Situations16:10 Extended Scenes and Deleted Content17:00 Buck's Misadventures with the Kids19:44 Clown Encounter and Rigged Horse Race23:58 Tia's Rebellion and Buck's Realization25:37 Memorable Movie Scenes25:55 The Awkward 80s Fashion27:22 Buck's Search for Tia28:38 The Party Scene Analysis31:44 Uncle Buck's Heroic Moment34:17 Reflecting on the Ending36:45 Fun Facts and Trivia45:49 Final Thoughts and Ratings

Send us a textBritish singer-songwriter Tasmin Archer returns to YMAAA to discuss her newly-released album, A Cauldron of Random Notes (or ACoRN for short), and to answers questions submitted on Instagram and via the YMAAA newsletter. (Tasmin first appeared here on Ep 161, when she discussed Daniel Lanois' album Shine.) Tasmin revisits the process she and her partner John Hughes undertook to create ACoRN—her first album in 19 years—as well as the ways in which being an independent artist has changed since releasing On in 2006. She also addresses several other subjects, including her 1994 Shipbuilding EP, her vision for future live shows and her reaction to cover versions of her signature hit “Sleeping Satellite.”Al mentioned a YouTube video by Struthless in which he talks about overcoming creative blocks by borrowing from someone else's art. Here's the link; the section Al referred to begins at 5:35. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2n8W6CBxc64&t=335sYou can keep up with Tasmin at https://tasminarcher.com/. Also, you can follow her at @tasmin_archer on Instagram and @tasmin.archer on Facebook. To get notifications of Tasmin's new videos, like the one for “Free Fall” that she mentions on this episode, subscribe to @tasminarcher on YouTube.Be sure to sign up for the YMAAA Newsletter at youmealbum.ghost.io. The first three episodes of Bonus Tracks—YMAAA's subscriber-only podcast series—are now available at patreon.com/youmealbum, and more monthly episodes and other good stuff are soon to come. Please consider subscribing! Your support will make it possible for Al to keep this podcast going.To keep up with You, Me and An Album, please give the show a follow on Instagram at @youmealbum.1:15 Tasmin joins the show1:45 Al explains the format of this episode2:27 Tasmin talks about the process of choosing songs for ACoRN10:35 Will Tasmin's next record sound very different?12:02 Tasmin explains the basis on which she and John chose the singles from ACoRN14:06 Tasmin talks about her and John's lack of involvement in the Sweet Little Truths compilation16:34 Tasmin discusses the changes in the independent artist environment since the release of On27:28 Tasmin talks about the role of influences on her music35:07 Has songwriting become easier or harder for Tasmin over the years?39:17 Tasmin explains why she made the Shipbuilding EP after Great Expectations43:29 Tasmin talks about the sorts of live shows she would want to do in the future46:36 Tasmin describes her reaction to the “Sleeping Satellite” covers she's heard48:48 Does Tasmin have a favorite track from ACoRN?52:32 Tasmin makes doing inner work a priorityOutro music is from “In the Blood” by Tasmin Archer.Support the show

What a film we have for you today! This week class is in session as Paul and I discuss the teen movie classic, 'The Breakfast Club'. 

Jamie, Jimmy and Bob punch a clown and make giant pancakes while they discuss the John Hughes script to the John Candy classic Uncle Buck.

In this episode of "Normal World," Dave Landau, 1/4 Black Garrett, and Angela open with headlines about Travis Kelce's rumored Pfizer payday and Trump's unusual comments on autism in Cuba. The discussion quickly shifts to Kamala Harris' media tour, her new book 107 Days, and the contradictions in her remarks about Pete Buttigieg. The conversation broadens into her attacks on Trump, her rambling appearance on The View, and commentary on Antifa protests in Oregon, the ineffectiveness of activist theatrics, and the absurdity of civil unrest. Midway through, the hosts pivot into pop culture, debating the highs and lows of '80s and '90s cinema, John Hughes' teen classics, Eddie Murphy's career arc, and the lasting impact of Terminator 2, Mortal Kombat, and early video game movies. Halloween traditions come next, with a spirited push for better neighborhood participation, nostalgic ads, and the idea of reviving block parties. Later, the show examines Texas A&M's hazing scandal, shares stories of reckless youth, and dives into wild hotel tales that segue into conspiracy theories about Michael Jackson, Prince, and the music industry. The discussion rounds out with gangster rap history, Suge Knight's notorious reputation, and a “Half-Assed Top Ten” of banned TV shows. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the origin story of Michael Myers, the slasher killer from the legendary Halloween series of horror films, young Michael sees his sister….. Wait, what? Oh, this is Dennis the Menace? In which a little slingshot punk from the 1950s rides around on a tricycle in 1993 and torments an innocent old man? And you're telling me it's not about Michael Myers, it was just directed by the man who originally played Michael Myers in John Carpenter's Halloween (Nick “The Shape” Castle)? Gotcha. I see where the confusion started. Unregardless, here is our long-awaited discussion of the 1993 Dennis the Menace starring Walter Mathau as Mr. Wilson and Christopher Lloyd as a hobo killer who rides the rails and skins children alive, even though we never get to actually see that. And this was written and produced by John Hughes, during his “Let's just do Home Alone again and again and again” period. Laci loves it, Matt does not, so this is the two-hour therapy session that results.   Next week: Our October Extravaganza begins with Interview with the Vampire (1994)!    Bonus video: Matt and Laci reveal their blindspots from the IMBD Top 250 movies of all time list - https://youtube.com/shorts/_wTbG4t4NEo    Out now on the Patreon: Matt, Wade, and Patrick dive deep into Nickelodeon's Doug, discussing its history and reviewing the episodes “Doug Can't Dance” and “Doug's Garage Band.” https://bit.ly/3KdBuvg    Time stamps: 00:03:15 — We read this week's Dennis the Menace newspaper comics 00:11:08 — Opening thoughts on Dennis the Menace (the movie) 00:17:30 — History segment: The Dennis the Menace comic strip created by Hank Ketcham and its long afterlife; the 1950s Dennis the Menace sitcom; the production of the 1993 movie and John Hughes's pivot to cranking out family movies with very similar premises 00:39:45 — Movie discussion 02:00:20 — Final thoughts and star ratings   Source: "Dennis the Menace and ADHD" by Matthew Smith | Psychology Today (2018) - https://bit.ly/4niObDH   Artwork by Laci Roth.   Music by Rural Route Nine. Listen to their album The Joy of Averages on Spotify (https://bit.ly/48WBtUa), Apple Music (https://bit.ly/3Q6kOVC), or YouTube (https://bit.ly/3MbU6tC).   Songs by Rural Route Nine in this episode: “Your Ambition” - https://youtu.be/ZHudVTCkrQY “Winston-Salem” - https://youtu.be/-acMutUf8IM “Snake Drama” - https://youtu.be/xrzz8_2Mqkg “The Bible Towers of Bluebonnet” - https://youtu.be/k7wlxTGGEIQ    Follow the show!  Twitter: @LoadBearingPod | @MattStokes9 | @LRothConcepts Instagram: @loadbearingbeams TikTok: @load.bearing.beams | @mattstokes9 Letterboxd: @loadbearinglaci | @mattstokes9 Bluesky: @loadbearingbeams.bsky.social  

"Bring us a pitcher of beer every seven minutes until somebody passes out. And then bring one every ten minutes."On today's episode, we're wrapping up our month of Back To School, by covering the literal 80s college comedy starring Rodney Dangerfield, Back to School (1986). This movie came out in the era of the John Hughes teen films, but is ultimately dealing with the pressures that come with wanting to be different than your parents and trying to reinvent yourself in a new place. This film also has an interesting connection to the band Sum 41, which we'll talk more about.. you don't want to miss it :)Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle----Show E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail.com----Follow Cult Cinema Circle on Instagram, Bluesky, and Letterboxd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode, we dive into one of John Hughes' more bizarre teen comedies. This movie is THE definition of an adolescent boy's fantasy.   We dive deep scene by scene and ask the important questions like, what the fuck were they thinking?  Is Bill Paxton the best part of the movie?  Did you spit in this? And can you believe what they thought the internet was back in the 80s? Join us as we chat 1985's Weird Science. •0:00:00 - Introductions •0:02:30 - Memories of first viewing •0:05:30  - Pertinent movie details  •0:10:00  -  Critical and fan reviews •0:21:00 - Scene by scene breakdown  •1:30:00 - Modern day ratings —————————————————————— SPONSORS- **ASPCA-  To learn more about Pet Health Insurance, visit http://aspcapetinsurance.com/breakfast  —————————————————————— **Support us at http://patreon.com/confusedbreakfast for bonus weekly episodes, voting on upcoming movies, giving your modern-day ratings on our movies and much more. **Mail us something   The Confused Breakfast PO Box 10016 Cedar Rapids, IA 52402-9802 Special thanks to our executive producers- Josh Miller, Starling, Michael Guiliano and NicMad. Welcome to our newest members -  Matt B, DurrtyCash_29, Will Sheehan, Justin Haaksma, WokeMorty, bjcheek, , Samantha Scott, Jeremy Hauskins, Salemwazhere, Dirk Andrew, Kyle Lasley, Rusty Shackleford, Matt Rowell, Jeff Jewell,  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we dive into the memorable ending to Ferris, Cameron and Sloane's day with the destruction of a Ferrari and some enlightenment. What a classic scene. Great Conversation with our friend Ben Lawhorn from The Movie Draft Podcast. Enjoy! Make sure to play along with each festival and leave comments so we can interact with you and remember to subscribe to the channel if you like what you see. Follow us for more interaction and content:  INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/deepdivefilmschool YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/deepdivefilmschool TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@deepdivefilmschool LETTERBOXD: https://letterboxd.com/adampalcher Join our growing community for new videos every week!

We're throwing fake birthday parties for our friends ‘cause it's Season 4 Episode 4, “Future Tense.” Hear the Creek Freaks chat about Katie Holmes' drunk acting, future college speculation, John Hughes homages, and more!Non-Dawson Recommendations:Stella - The PaperCody - Stoner by John WilliamsJoin our Patreon! Wanna make a one-time donation? Buy us a coffee! You can find us on instagram @freaksandcreekspod. Have some Capeside Correspondence for us? Hit us up at show@freaksandcreeks.com!Freaks & Creeks: A Dawson's Creek Podcast is produced by Stella Baldwin and Cody Dean. Cover art by Mallory Freed. Mixed and edited by Cody Dean. Original theme music written and recorded by Cody Dean and James Ramey. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Join Dana Buckler and David Klein for an in-depth discussion about the iconic 1989 black comedy, Heathers. We go beyond the croquet mallets and shoulder pads to explore the film's cynical look at high school cliques and social hierarchies.In this episode, we unpack: The brilliant performances from Winona Ryder as Veronica and Christian Slater as the chaotic J.D. How Heathers subverted the popular John Hughes teen movie formula of the era. The film's timeless themes of bullying, teenage angst, and suicide. Why this dark, controversial film has endured as a cult classic for over 30 years. If you're a fan of 80s movies, cult classics, or cinematic satire, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in for a fresh take on a truly unforgettable film. 

Kevin Smith and Josh Roush discuss punk cinema and share how the DIY ethos of punk rock influenced both their filmmaking careers and their lifelong love of music and vinyl records. September 20 at the Punk Rock Museum - book now! Topics Include: Josh Roush introduces his punk rock film "Wrong Reasons" screening at Punk Rock Museum Film described as dramedy about fan kidnapping singer to clean her up Josh discovered punk through Rancid track in Beavis and Butthead movie Kevin Smith joins, reveals his rebellion was hip hop not punk rock Kevin explains his DIY punk ethos despite loving Run DMC and Public Enemy Jason Reitman told Kevin that "Clerks" is essentially a punk rock song Kevin compares his film career to Anthrax (the band not the disease) Josh wrote "Wrong Reasons" for his love of punk rock Discussion of Punk Rock Museum displays including Lemmy's boots and Germs footage John Hughes soundtracks praised for passionate music curation and detailed planning Kevin reveals his vinyl collection started with father's stolen postal records Heavy Metal Parking Lot documentary celebrated as authentic snapshot of 1980s culture Josh secured soundtrack through Tim Armstrong connections, most artists said yes immediately Licensing music from Black Flag, The Wipers, L7 and more. Kevin shares $400,000 Fleetwood Mac "Tusk" song licensing horror story from film Lindsay Buckingham put "fuck you" price on track, producers paid anyway Vinyl collecting discussed as communal church-like experience for non-religious people Josh rips personal vinyl at high quality for authentic movie soundtrack pops September 20th museum screening includes Q&A, signed posters, and bar party High resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Apple: https://tinyurl.com/tvg-ios Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/tvg-spot Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/tvg-amazon Support the show at Patreon.com/VinylGuide

Eric, Jeff, Styles, Sheek and Jadakiss got together in Yonkers to have a bracket-style debate on who is the most gangsta of all the characters in the 1986 American teen comedy film Ferris Bueller's Day Off, written and directed by John Hughes and starring Matthew Broderick, Mia Sara and Alan Ruck. This side-splitting conversation gets heated over matchups like Mr. Bueller vs. Mrs. Bueller or Grace the Secretary vs. Abe Froman, the Sausage King of Chicago. The deep consideration of every character is equally thoughtful and hilarious - who do you have as the most G in this film? Let us know!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Radio Labyrinth Podcast, we welcome actor John Kapelos — a true legend of film and television. You know him as Carl the Janitor in The Breakfast Club, Dino in Weird Science, and Rudy in Sixteen Candles. Beyond his John Hughes classics, John takes us back to his early days at Second City Chicago, his hilarious work on SCTV, and of course his unforgettable turn on Seinfeld as Barry the Sniffing Accountant. We also hear the story of how he accidentally insulted Emilio Estevez to his face on the set of The Breakfast Club, plus plenty more behind-the-scenes stories from his career spanning movies, TV, and comedy stages.