Podcast appearances and mentions of jordan crucchiola

Today, he's a notable writer, filmmaker, and artist (Letterboxd called him "The Godfather of Queer"). And as a young man trying to figure out his place as a person and as an artist, Bruce LaBruce was instantly fascinated by the films MAKING LOVE (1982) and LOOKING FOR MR. GOODBAR (1977). While the two films are very different in tone, execution, and commercial success, they both center around characters who are living lives that break away from oppressive cultural norms around sex and sexuality.  THE VISITOR is now available on Blu-Ray from Vinegar Syndrome.***With Jordan Crucchiola and Bruce LaBruce Feeling Seen is hosted by Jordan Crucchiola and is a production Maximum Fun.Need more Feeling Seen? Keep up with the show on Instagram and Bluesky.

Long before Catalina Sandino Moreno found herself starring in action movies with names like John Woo and John Wick attached to them,  she was a young unknown in Colombia, unsure if her dream of becoming an actress would ever come to fruition. Then, her first role -- as Maria in Maria Full of Grace, directed by Joshua Marston – earned her an Oscar nomination. Catalina reflects on that role, what it taught her about empathy and art, and how it's affected her life ever since.Then, Jordan has one quick thing about the new Amazon Prime show Overcompensating.***With Jordan Crucchiola & Catalina Sandino Moreno Feeling Seen is hosted by Jordan Crucchiola and is a production Maximum Fun.Need more Feeling Seen? Keep up with the show on Instagram and Bluesky.

Samantha Sloyan is a familar face from countless television shows, but that face will be particularly familiar to anyone who keeps up with the "Flanaverse" -- movies and shows from Mike Flanagan, like Midnight Mass, The Fall of the House of Usher, and The Haunting of Hill House. Sloyan's latest project is a departure for Flanagan, and perhaps for her as well -- it's the new movie The Life of Chuck, which hits theaters this weekend and expands next week. Together, she and huge fan Jordan discuss the ways that she feels seen by FBI Agent Dale Cooper (Kyle MacLachan) in David Lynch's Twin Peaks, and the many ways that Lynch's storytelling style appeals to her craft as an actor.Then, Jordan has one quick thing that doesn't stray too far from the main topic...it's about the casting of Flanagan's new Carrie adaptation.***With Jordan Crucchiola & Samantha Sloyan Feeling Seen is hosted by Jordan Crucchiola and is a production Maximum Fun.Need more Feeling Seen? Keep up with the show on Instagram and Bluesky.

What do the little boy in HIT THE ROAD (2021). the dad in CAPTAIN FANTASTIC (2016) and the nearly-hopeless old driver in TASTE OF CHERRY (1997) have in common? Ask actor Bobby Naderi. He and Jordan find the common thread of a nomad lifestyle and a reckless spirit across these three films, as they track the path that led Bobby from Tehran all the way to his latest role in THE BETTER SISTER.Then, Jordan has one quick thing about HONEY DON'T!, Tricia Cooke's follow up to DRIVE AWAY DOLLS.***With Jordan Crucchiola and Bobby Naderi Feeling Seen is hosted by Jordan Crucchiola and is a production Maximum Fun.Need more Feeling Seen? Keep up with the show on Instagram and Bluesky.

If you're wondering what connective tissue could possibly exist between Final Destination Bloodlines and The Muppet Movie,  consider this: Jordan's talking with the former film's directors, who are feeling seen by Kermit the Frog. Since this conversation, those directors have seen their first ever studio feature film become #1 at the box office, have the best ever opening in the FD franchise (by a mile) AND the biggest R-rated horror opening of the decade. Talk about dreams coming true...can we get these guys their Standard Rich & Famous Contract yet?Jordan also has one quick thing about an upcoming miniseries that brings the story of Hawaiian unification to AppleTV+.***With Jordan Crucchiola, Zach Lipovsky, & Adam Stein Feeling Seen is hosted by Jordan Crucchiola and is a production Maximum Fun.Need more Feeling Seen? Keep up with the show on Instagram and Bluesky.

Jordan spoke to director Eli Craig a few days before his new (third) feature made an outsized impact at the indie box office, becoming IFC's best-ever opening. They speak about the genesis of that film, 'Clown in a Cornfield,' and about the surprising actor/writer turn Bill Murray took in 1984's 'The Razor's Edge,' as a man on the quest for a better way to live in difficult times.Then Jordan has one quick thing about the new trailer for 'Nobody 2'!***With Jordan Crucchiola & Eli Craig Feeling Seen is hosted by Jordan Crucchiola and is a production Maximum Fun.Need more Feeling Seen? Keep up with the show on Instagram and Bluesky.

Emma gone? That means it's time to roll out another Saw episode! Join us for Saw 3, the movie that Noah says “really kicks off the soap opera that Saw works best as.”Jordan Crucchiola for Vulture: https://www.vulture.com/article/every-saw-movie-ranked.htmlFollow us on social media!https://casualhorrorpod.comhttps://bsky.app/profile/casualhorrorpod.comhttps://www.tumblr.com/casualhorrorpodhttps://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/casual-obsessionOur website!https://www.casualhorrorpod.comFollow the hosts on their individual accountsEmma (They/Them)https://bsky.app/profile/jellyfwitch.bsky.socialhttps://letterboxd.com/emmapanadaNina (They/Them)https://bsky.app/profile/ninawolverina.bsky.socialhttps://www.tumblr.com/ninawolv3rinaNoah (He/They)https://letterboxd.com/Bubbadabadhttps://bsky.app/profile/bubbadabad.bsky.socialhttps://www.tumblr.com/bubbadabadJade (They/She)https://www.tumblr.com/whatisityouprayforhttps://letterboxd.com/thefakestfan

With the recent premier of Shadow Force (starring Kerry Washington and Omar Sy), writer Leon Chills has seen one of the most daunting choices of his life payoff.  That choice echoed the inciting incident of one of Leon's favorite films, The Matrix. As he delves into this modern classic with Jordan, Leon shares his experience of finally realizing his creative dreams and looking toward the challenges ahead (which hopefully won't involve too much fighting with machines...but who can say?).Then, Jordan has one quick thing about the upcoming Danielle Deadwyler post-apocalyptic thriller 40 Acres.***With Jordan Crucchiola and Leon Chills Feeling Seen is hosted by Jordan Crucchiola and is a production Maximum Fun.Need more Feeling Seen? Keep up with the show on Instagram and Bluesky.

If you were alive when Fried Green Tomatoes came out -- first Fannie Flagg's book, then the movie -- you may recall it was a phenomenon. To a (very) young Ali Clayton, it was a bit of a personal phenomenon, its only-kinda-coded queerness calling out to her before she even knew why. But beyond that, it was a movie about Southern women in a South that Ali recognized -- one where bad things can happen, but good people are holding each other up through it all.Then Jordan has one quick thing about last weekend's big win for cinemas & cinemagoing.Listen to Y'all Gay?Check out Country Queer***With Jordan Crucchiola and Ali Clayton Feeling Seen is hosted by Jordan Crucchiola and is a production Maximum Fun.Need more Feeling Seen? Keep up with the show on Instagram and Bluesky.

Long before becoming an award-winning educator, public speaker, and podcaster (of BFF: Black, Fat, Femme), Dr. Jonathan P. Higgins (aka Doctor Jon Paul) was just a kid sneaking movies while mom was at work. One of those films, 1993's This Boy's Life, became one of their favorites. That was in large part thanks to the aspirational friendship of main character Tobias "Jack" Wolff (Leonardo DiCaprio) and the closeted but undeniable Arthur Gayle. Doctor Jon Paul and Jordan discuss the film, the new book Black. Fat. Femme: Revealing the Power of Visibly Queer Voices in Media and Learning to Love Yourself, and transformational power of intersectional friendship and storytelling.Speaking of intersectional storytelling, Jordan has one quick thing about the new Ryan Coogler heater, SINNERS.***With Jordan Crucchiola and Dr Jon Paul Higgins Feeling Seen is hosted by Jordan Crucchiola and is a production Maximum Fun.Need more Feeling Seen? Keep up with the show on Instagram and Bluesky.

Lex Scott Davis is currently starring as Erica alongside Stephen Amell on NBC's Sunday night drama, Suits LA - which, as the name suggests brings the concept of the hugely popular show Suits to Los Angeles. Lex herself made the journey to Los Angeles as a risky, dream-chasing step in her performing arts career. And that career arguably started at a dance studio in Baltimore when Lex was just a kid. Which brings us to the Millennial classic CENTER STAGE, and Zoe Saldana's feisty and scary-talented character, Eva Rodriguez.Lex and Jordan get into CENTER STAGE, Lex's Suits LA story, and the ups and downs of chasing after difficult dreams. Then Jordan has one quick thing about the newly announced Best Stunts category at the Academy Awards. [Cue huge, celebratory explosion]Vulture's 2025 Stunt Awards***With Jordan Crucchiola and Lex Scott Davis Feeling Seen is hosted by Jordan Crucchiola and is a production Maximum Fun.Need more Feeling Seen? Keep up with the show on Instagram and Bluesky.

From booking her first audition (as a kid, for beloved cult classic DONNIE DARKO) to being Kevin Bacon's literal boss-from-hell in the new Amazon series THE BONDSMAN, Jolene Purdy has had a full career on screens of all sizes. She talks with Jordan about the challenges of being an "outside the box" casting choice, the importance of staying true to yourself, and the unlikely allure of the most charming John Waters adaptation Broadway could dream up.Then, one quick thing about the latest entry in France's answer to the Fast/Furious franchise, The Lost Bullet 3.***With Jordan Crucchiola and Jolene Purdy Feeling Seen is hosted by Jordan Crucchiola and is a production Maximum Fun.Need more Feeling Seen? Keep up with the show on Instagram and Bluesky.

This episode originally aired in September of 2024.Comedian and actor Chris Grace has starred in NBC's Superstore, PEN15, and Broad City. Now he takes to the stage as one of the world's most famous actresses in his new comedy special on Dropout, Chris Grace as Scarlett Johansson. Chris graces our mics to talk about the special AND how he felt seen in the 1993 ensemble-driven drama, THE JOY LUCK CLUB. We get into a heartfelt conversation on Asian-American representation in cinema, the incomparable talent of Rosalind Chao,  and Chris answers the question: Am I a good person?Then Jordan has one quick thing about Ryan Coogler's forthcoming vampiric horror film Sinners. Michael B. Jordan, Michael B. Jordan again, and the gritty Hailee Steinfeld. ***With Jordan Crucchiola and Chris Grace. Feeling Seen is hosted by Jordan Crucchiola and is a production Maximum Fun.Need more Feeling Seen? Keep up with the show on Instagram and Bluesky.

Peppermint is a multifaceted artist, all-around entertainer, and a self-proclaimed horror movie buff. She is no stranger to the stage or screen, having appeared in the Go-Go's-inspired Broadway musical Head Over Heels and as a frontrunner on RuPaul's Drag Race.Peppermint is back on your TV screen starring alongside Michelle Buteau, Tasha Smith, and Garcelle Beauvais in Survival of the Thickest, a Netflix comedy series that you will surely love. Its second season just premiered and you can stream it right now.Peppermint joins us to talk about Survival of the Thickest, her very personal audition process for the show, and some questionable camp/incredibly campy horror films: Sleepaway Camp and Return of the Living Dead. Plus, praise for the women of Clue, A Soldier's Girl, and Hollywood! That's Meshach Taylor as Hollywood in the 80s classic Mannequin. Don't move a muscle! This episode is certified fresh.  MaxFunDrive ends on March 28, 2025! Support our show now and get access to bonus content by becoming a member at maximumfun.org/join.Feeling Seen is hosted by Jordan Crucchiola and is a production Maximum Fun.Need more Feeling Seen? Keep up with the show on Instagram and Bluesky.

Margaret Cho is an undeniable legend: a comedian with over three decades in the game, a trailblazing Emmy-nominated actor, a badass Grammy-nominated musician, and an LGBTQ+ icon. Margaret is out on her Live & Livid standup comedy tour and just released a new studio album Lucky Gift. It's an awesome album influenced by sounds from the 60s and 90s that you can stream right now. Margaret joins Feeling Seen to talk her new album, performing standup comedy in the current state of the world, and takes a walk down memory lane. You'll hear about the time Margaret saved Cyndi Lauper from a wardrobe malfunction at Red Rock, how Janeane Garofalo forced Margaret to move to Los Angeles, and Margaret's expertise as the world's leading figurehead on Sandra Bernhard. Plus, Margaret boards the tour bus to discuss Kate Hudson's portrayal of Penny Lane in the 2000 comedy drama film Almost Famous. Muses, music, and more!For LA locals: Margaret Cho at the Grammy Museum on Tuesday, April 1st for a special performance and conversation about her new album.  MaxFunDrive ends on March 28, 2025! Support our show now and get access to bonus content by becoming a member at maximumfun.org/join.Feeling Seen is hosted by Jordan Crucchiola and is a production Maximum Fun.Need more Feeling Seen? Keep up with the show on Instagram and Bluesky.

It's MaxFunDrive and we are giving you a peak behind the curtain. We're serving you up a bonus episode with one of the producers of this show: Daniel Huecias. Jordan and Daniel discuss two of the gayest films in cinematic history: X-Men and X-2. Our first entries into the Canonically Queer Foyer! Mutants, the Master of Magnetism, and a teleporting blue devil in the form of an insanely handsome Alan Cumming. Plus, a game inspired by America's FIRST top model Tyra Banks.You wanna be on top? Become a member of Maximum Fun and get into the full episode right now!  MaxFunDrive ends on March 28, 2025! Support our show now and get access to bonus content by becoming a member at maximumfun.org/join.Feeling Seen is hosted by Jordan Crucchiola and is a production Maximum Fun.Need more Feeling Seen? Keep up with the show on Instagram and Bluesky.

For the past ten years, Dan Berk and Bobby Olsen have teamed up to bring you some amazing films. You may have seen their directorial debut Body, their black comedy horror Villains, or the science fiction thriller Significant Other. Their most recent collaboration is Novocaine, starring Jack Quaid as Nathan Caine, a mild-mannered introvert with a rare disorder, congenital insensitivity to pain (CIP), who must rescue the girl of his dreams who has been taken hostage in a bank robbery. The film is action-packed with an incredible cast: Quaid, Amber Midthunder, and Ray Nicholson. It's in theaters right now.Dan & Bobby join us to talk about Novocaine, the movie posters that graced their college dorm, and the alien Station from Bill and Ted's Bogus Journey. Plus, praise for practical effects and the enduring charm of Jack Quaid. Then, Jordan turns the page to talk about journalist Emily St. James' new book Woodworking. It's a beautiful coming-of-age story that you must read.  Feeling Seen is hosted by Jordan Crucchiola and is a production Maximum Fun. Need more Feeling Seen? Keep up with the show on Instagram and Bluesky.

Paul W.S. Anderson has directed some of the most iconic films in genre cinema: Mortal Kombat, the infinitely terrifying Event Horizon, and the British crime drama Shopping, a "reckless orgy of destruction" on screen. Paul has also directed and produced the Resident Evil series with six films spanning nearly 15 years alongside his wife and frequent collaborator Milla Jovovich.  Paul's most recent film brings to life the work of author George R. R. Martin. It's called In the Lost Lands and it's in theaters right now! The film stars Jovovich alongside Dave Bautista as a witch and a hunter who journey into a dangerous landscape.Paul joins Feeling Seen to talk about the film, his early years as a British director in Hollywood, and the persistent fanfare surrounding Resident Evil. Plus, we get into the 1985 coming-of-age film St. Elmo's Fire and MARKER! A potential film showcasing Sharpies.Then, Jordan has one quick thing about the science fiction thriller series Paradise on Hulu. Sterling K. Brown, our personal savior in this post-apocalyptic political hellscape.  Feeling Seen is hosted by Jordan Crucchiola and is a production Maximum Fun. Need more Feeling Seen? Keep up with the show on Instagram and Bluesky.

Shea Whigham is an all-star actor with more credits to his name than we can mention. You may have seen him in Take Shelter, Silver Linings Playbook, American Hustle, Boardwalk Empire, Lake George, The Righteous Gemstones, or Mission: Impossible–Dead Reckoning. Shea recently starred in the western miniseries American Primeval, alongside the incredible Betty Gilpin and Taylor Kitsch. The miniseries was created and written by Mark L. Smith and directed by Peter Berg. You can stream it right now on NETFLIX. Shea joins Feeling Seen to talk about American Primeval, his character Jim Bridger, and Robert DuVall's performance as Mac Sledge in the 1983 drama Tender Mercies. Plus, words of wisdom by Meryl Streep and praise for the eternal talent of Ellen Barkin. Then Jordan honors the legacy of actress Michelle Tratchtenberg, who recently passed at the age of 39.  Feeling Seen is hosted by Jordan Crucchiola and is a production Maximum Fun. Need more Feeling Seen? Keep up with the show on Instagram and Bluesky.

RaMell Ross is a multi time Academy-Award nominee in documentary and narrative, a filmmaker, photographer, academic, and writer. You may have seen his directorial debut Hale County This Morning, This Evening, an experimental documentary about black life in Hale County, Alabama. RaMell's most recent directorial work is the historical drama Nickel Boys, based on the novel of the same name by Colson Whitehead. It's nominated for Best Picture at this year's Academy Awards and RaMell Ross and co-writer Joslyn Barnes are both nominated for Best Adapted Screenplay. You can stream the film at home or watch in theaters right now.RaMell joins Feeling Seen to talk about the film, cultural criticism, and the 1992 biographical drama Malcolm X, directed by Spike Lee. Plus, notes on basketball, Bart Simpson, and Black feminist author Bell Hooks. Then Jordan has one quick thing about season 3 of the action series Reacher. God bless Alan Ritchson! We can't help but stan the man.  Feeling Seen is hosted by Jordan Crucchiola and is a production Maximum Fun. Need more Feeling Seen? Keep up with the show on Instagram and Bluesky.

Sophie Thatcher is a multifaceted star on the rise. You may have seen her last year in Heretic, opposite Hugh Grant and Chloe East, or in the Disney+ miniseries The Book of Boba Fett. Sophie also plays “Natalie” in the delicious TV series Yellowjackets on SHOWTIME. Its third season premieres on Valentine's Day.Most recently, Sophie stars in Companion alongside Jack Quaid. It's a science fiction, robot thriller that you can see in theaters right now. Sophie joins Feeling Seen to discuss Companion, her love for karaoke, and the 1972 musical Cabaret! Sophie talks about the time she auditioned for the role of Sally Bowles and the time she performed Cabaret for a school talent show. Plus, we get into Sophie's 2024 EP, Pivot & Scrape and the 90s gem that is My So-Called Life.Then Jordan has one quick thing about Prime Video's upcoming political action film G20, starring EGOT title holder Viola Davis as an ass-kicking President of the United States. We can dream! Feeling Seen is hosted by Jordan Crucchiola and is a production Maximum Fun. Need more Feeling Seen? Keep up with the show on Instagram and Bluesky.

This week, we're throwing it back to one of our favorite interviews! When writer/director Justin Simien (Dear White People, Haunted Mansion) first saw William Greaves' groundbreaking 1968 film, Symbiopsychotaxiplasm: Take One. He was mad. Not about the film's avant-garde style (part fiction, part documentary, part  performance art) but about the fact that he hadn't seen it sooner -- it might've saved him a lot of trouble as he found his way in a challenging, second-guessing industry. Now Justin is introducing more people to the contributions to cinema made by Black creatives like Greaves, through his series Hollywood Black, now streaming from MGM+.Then Jordan has one quick thing about the politics of horror! It's a terrifyingly good take.  Feeling Seen is hosted by Jordan Crucchiola and is a production Maximum Fun. Need more Feeling Seen? Keep up with the show on Instagram and Bluesky.

Traci Thomas is the creator and host of the critically acclaimed literary podcast The Stacks, where Traci chats with an array of guests about the books we love and loathe, the impact reading has on our lives, and the way the written word shapes culture. This week, creative mediums collide and find common ground. Traci joins Feeling Seen to talk historical fictions, unlikeable female characters, and Vivien Leigh's portrayal of the tenacious Scarlett O'Hara in the 1939 historical romance drama Gone with the Wind. Plus, Traci and Jordan take to the stars to boast about their respective astrological signs. Can Leo season come any sooner?Then, Jordan has one quick thing about  Companion. A new trailer for the film brings a new twist!You can keep up with Traci's words and writings on her Substack, Unstacked.Sarah Churchwell's The Wrath to Come: Gone with the Wind and the Lies America Tells. Feeling Seen is hosted by Jordan Crucchiola and is a production Maximum Fun. Need more Feeling Seen? Keep up with the show on Instagram and Bluesky.

Chris Sullivan is veteran actor of the stage and screen. You may know him as Toby Damon from the Emmy-nominated NBC drama This Is Us, Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy, or the Cinemax medical drama The Knick, directed by Steven Soderbergh. Chris reunites with Soderbergh in his newest project Presence. It's a supernatural horror film centered on a family who moves into a new home BUT they aren't alone. Chris stars alongside the incomparable Lucy Liu and newcomers Eddy Maday and Callina Liang in this grippingly innovative film. It's in theaters right now.Chris joins Feeling Seen to talk about Presence, his very own This Is Us podcast (That Was Us), and the 1985 adventure film The Goonies. Goonies never say die! Neither do we!Then, Jordan hedges her bets on Demi Moore to take home the Oscar for Best Actress for The Substance. We're manifesting hard over here! If you or anyone you know has been impacted by the fires in Los Angeles, Mutual Aid LA Network (MALAN) has created a non-exhaustive list of resources available for those in need. As mentioned in the episode, World Central Kitchen is offering free meals to first responders of the fires here in Southern California. You can find a list of meal distribution sites here.  Feeling Seen is hosted by Jordan Crucchiola and is a production Maximum Fun. Need more Feeling Seen? Keep up with the show on Instagram and Bluesky.

Shea Serrano's writing credits run deep. He's written for publications like The Ringer and Grantland. He's also penned several books: The Rap Year Book, Basketball (and Other Things) and Movies (and Other Things). He's also written, created, and directed projects like the film Miguel Wants to Fight, the Freevee sitcom Primo, and the Netflix series Neon. His most recent project is a book titled Werewolf Lawyer – A Thomas Atwell Legal Thriller. It's a story about a lawyer who has to defend a werewolf accused of murdering his human wife. All of the evidence points toward the werewolf's guilt. But he swears he didn't do it!  It's a production of HALFWAY BOOKS, a digital publishing company created by Serrano. You can unravel the mystery here.Shea joins Feeling Seen to talk about Werewolf Lawyer, Vanilla Ice on the silver screen, and his extensive VHS collection. You name it, he's got it! Plus, we get into the 1998 poker drama Rounders with Matt Damon, at his most chiseled, as Mike McDermott. Then Jordan has one quick thing about Sebastian Stan's incredible performance in The Apprentice. A performance we can't help but stan!  Feeling Seen is hosted by Jordan Crucchiola and is a production Maximum Fun. Need more Feeling Seen? Keep up with the show on Instagram and Bluesky.

Kate Gersten has written for numerous award-winning series including Prime Video's Mozart in the Jungle, NBC's The Good Place, and Apple TV+'s Schmigadoon!. She just made her feature debut with The Last Showgirl, a film whose screenplay she adapted from her original play Body of Work. The film stars Pamela Anderson as Shelly, a glamorous showgirl who must plan for her future when her show abruptly closes after a 30-year run. It's a beautifully poignant film that's received an incredible amount of acclaim. The Last Showgirl is in theaters now. Kate Gersten glides into Feeling Seen to talk about the film and has the time of her life moving her way through the iconic 80s film Dirty Dancing, sharing her love for Jennifer Grey as Frances "Baby" Houseman. Plus, Jordan has one quick thing about the fires impacting Los Angeles. You can look to Cal Fire for updates or download the Watch Duty app to your devices. If you or anyone you know is in search of aid, Mutual Aid LA Network (MALAN) has created a non-exhaustive list of resources available for those in need.  Feeling Seen is hosted by Jordan Crucchiola and is a production Maximum Fun. Need more Feeling Seen? Keep up with the show on Instagram and Bluesky.

As we all emerge from our holiday slumber, we are turning back the clock to one of our favorite interviews from 2024. Whether he's starring in major movies like ELEMENTAL or JURASSIC WORLD DOMINION, or sinking his teeth into roles like Yorgos Lanthimos' KINDS OF KINDNESS, actor Mamoudou Athie follows his gut and ignores the algorithms. When Dev Patel's directorial debut, MONKEY MAN hit theaters, Mamoudou found new depths of admiration for Patel as an actor and director — and he also found a character he could deeply relate to in the determined Bobby/The Kid. It's an amazing conversation. So good, we had to play it twice!Then, Jordan has one quick thing about the January slate of films just around the corner.***With Jordan Crucchiola and Mamoudou Athie

1999 is generally considered one of the best movie years in the history of the medium, so to celebrate the 25th anniversary of that storied time we reunited the hosts of Podcast Like It's 1999, Kenny Neibart and Phil Iscove, with PL99 fan-favorite guest Carrie Wittmer, and Screen Drafts commish Ryan Marker, to competitively / collaboratively rank the 13 BEST movies that were released in 1999. Joining Clay at the commissioners table is first time guest commish Jordan Crucchiola!

You may have seen Boyd Holbrook in Logan, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, or The Bikeriders. Most recently, Boyd stars in the new film A Complete Unknown, a biographical drama centering the legendary singer-songwriter Bob Dylan portrayed by Timothee Chalamet.  Boyd plays the “Man in Black” himself, the iconic country singer Johnny Cash. It's in theaters just in time for the holiday! Boyd joins Feeling Seen to talk about the path that led him to becoming an actor, a failed basketball scholarship and the UPS Earn and Learn program, finding his community in film, and so much more. Plus, Jordan and Boyd touch base on the 1989 sports comedy Major League. It's a real homerun!Then Jordan notes Spy Kids' induction into the National Film Registry for Preservation, along with 24 other cinematic stories. Revisit our episode with director Jordan Santacana talking about the film here. Feeling Seen is on Bluesky! Give us a follow there.With Jordan Crucchiola and Boyd Holbrook. 

Dan Rubinstein is a decorated journalist and editor with over 20 years in the world of design, having contributed to The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Air Mail, Architectural Digest, and L'Officiel. Dan currently hosts ‘The Grand Tourist' podcast, a journey through the worlds of fashion, interior design, art, food, and travel with interviews from some of its leading tastemakers like Daphne Guinness and  THE PATTI LUPONE!  This time around, Dan is in the interview chair. He joins Feeling Seen to talk about the 1986 coming-of-age drama Stand by Me, discussing manhood and HBO in the 80s. Plus, Dan and Jordan workshop a queer sequel to the film. Then Jordan dons a Santa suit to give you some holiday reading recommendations from former Feeling Seen guests:Manuel Betancourt's Hello Stranger: Musings on Modern IntimaciesAnna Bogutskaya's Feeding the Monster: Why horror has a hold on usKyle Turner's The Queer Film Guide: 100 Great Movies That Tell Lgbtqia+ Storiesand Amy Nicholson's work at the LA Times. Feeling Seen is on Bluesky! Give us a follow there.With Jordan Crucchiola and Dan Rubinstein. 

Steven C. Miller is a filmmaker of some of the most action-packed films in recent times. He's directed films like Silent Night, Extraction, Line of Duty, and so many others, starring genre titans like Sylvester Stallone, Bruce Willis, and Nicolas Cage. His latest film stars Frank Grillo in a horror thriller alongside Lou Diamond Phillips and Katrina Law. It's called Werewolves and it's in theaters now! Steven joins Feeling Seen to talk about the film, the unicorn-like quality of werewolf movies, and the 1985 science fiction film BACK TO THE FUTURE. Plus, a chance encounter with director Quentin Tarantino. Then, Jordan has one quick thing about Betty Gilpin. From the screen, the wrestling ring, and now to the STAGE! ***With Jordan Crucchiola and Steven C. Miller. 

This interview (with a different "One Quick Thing" segment) originally aired in September of 2022.We're off to the see the Wizard with this REPLAY! At 62, Doug Jones is as busy as ever, playing The Baron on FX's What We Do in the Shadows, Saru on Star Trek: Discovery, and returning to the role of Billy Butcherson in Hocus Pocus 2. But you might be most familiar with Doug for his singular roles in heavy prosthetics -- as Abe Sapien in Hellboy and Hellboy II, as The Amphibian Man in The Shape of Water; as Pan and the Pale Man in Pan's Labyrinth. Doug's physical presence -- once something he'd have wished away -- is a huge part of what has made his performances so rich and memorable.  And one early source of inspiration and identification was Ray Bolger's Scarecrow in The Wizard of Oz. Then, Jordan has one quick thing about the terrifying Art the Clown.***With Jordan Crucchiola and Doug Jones.

Jordan Santacana is  a writer and director of action films and westerns. He has directed multiple shorts this year: 4 Graves for Ximena, entirely shot on film, and Trapo Sucio: A Mofongo Western, which took home Best Action Short at this year's LUSCA film fest. This week, Jordan joins Feeling Seen to talk about music scores, westerns, and Robert Rodriguez's 2001 action film SPY KIDS.Then, cross your heart because Jordan has one quick thing about the crime thriller television series Cross. It's streaming now on Prime Video, action-packed!***With Jordan Crucchiola and Jordan Santacana.

As an actor and musician, Alex Wolff is anything but ordinary. You may have seen Alex in films like, Hereditary, Oppenheimer, or A Quiet Place: Day One. You might have also heard his music with his sibling, Nat & Alex Wolff; the brothers are currently on tour with Billie Eilish. Alex stars alongside a stacked ensemble cast (Halle Bailey, Angus Cloud, John Malkovich) in the new film The Line.  It's campus thriller that plunges into the dangerous world of college fraternities and blind adherence to tradition. This week, Alex joins Feeling Seen to talk about The Line AND the 1980 drama film ORDINARY PEOPLE, starring Timothy Hutton and Mary Tyler Moore. It's an amazing interview with love for film at its core. TW: Our conversation  surrounding Ordinary People includes discussion around suicide and self harm.Then, for the love of all things holy, Jordan has one quick thing about the mystery thriller Conclave. Ralph Fiennes. Stanley Tucci. John Lithgow. Isabella Rossellini! It's Gossip Girl meets the Vatican.***With Jordan Crucchiola and Alex Wolff. 

Cory McCullough is a rising star in horror. They run a killer blog (gorycory.net) and just produced a feature film. It's called Welcome Week: A College Horror Anthology. College alone can be frightening but add a relentless masked killer to the mix and it's a REAL nightmare. This week, Cory joins Feeling Seen to talk about their work AND an array of characters from films that span genre. Cory talks SCREAM on MTV, THE ADVENTURES OF SHARKBOY AND LAVAGIRL, and ELVIRA: THE MISTRESS OF THE DARK. Plus, we define the modern classics of horror and carve out this generation's final girls. Then Jordan honors the late comedy legend Teri Garr. Terri starred alongside other comedic greats in films like Tootsie, Mr. Mom, and Young Frankenstein. She passed on October 29, 2024.***With Jordan Crucchiola and Cory McCullough. 

Heather Graham is an absolute icon in film and television with countless credits to her name. You may know Heather from License to Drive, Boogie Nights, or her 2018 directorial debut Half Magic. Recently, Heather wrote, directed, and starred in the comedy film Chosen Family. She plays Ann, a yoga teacher struggling to achieve inner peace despite the fact her family is driving her crazy and her dating life is less than zen. This week, Heather joins Feeling Seen to talk about the film, friendship, AND how she feels seen by Ruth Gordon's spunky septuagenarian in the 1971 black comedy HAROLD AND MAUDE.Then Jordan has one quick thing about Smile 2! Pop stars and evil entities, oh my!***With Jordan Crucchiola and Heather Graham. 

You may know Brian Jordan Alvarez from the killer horror film M3GAN or from his web series The Gay and Wondrous Life of Caleb Gallo. Most recently, Brian created and stars in the FX comedy series English Teacher, a refreshingly hilarious original that follows a high school teacher navigating personal and professional life in Texas. It's critically acclaimed and canonically GAY! This week, Brian schools us on the series AND talks about the work of filmmakers that inspire him, including Pedro Almodóvar's  ALL ABOUT MY MOTHER.  Plus, one deep cut of Brian's viral internet spiritualist, the one and only Marnie T. Then Jordan has one quick thing about Timo Tjahjanto's  newest action film The Shadow Strays. It's out today on Netflix!***With Jordan Crucchiola and Brian Jordan Alvarez.

Tim Leong's creative direction and design is some of the best of our time, featuring icons across industries on the covers of magazines. He is also an author, penning a series of Super Graphics that guide you through various comic book universes and Star Wars. His most recent book is the Marvel Super Graphic: A Visual Guide to the Marvel Comics Universe. The book explores 85 years of Marvel comics history through pie charts, scatter plots, timelines, and story arc guides. It's out now! Tim talks about how he first fell in love with comics AND how he feels seen by a farmer turned NASA pilot in Christopher Nolan's sci-fi epic INTERSTELLAR. Then, Jordan has one quick thing about the prehistoric titan Godzilla! 70 years in film and still timeless.***With Jordan Crucchiola and Tim Leong.

Rhona Mitra is known for her countless roles in film and television. Underworld: Rise of the Lycans, Boston Legal, The Last Ship. Rhona stars in the new film Hounds of War, an action-packed revenge story that's streaming right now. This week, Rhona tunes in #TrulyOffGrid to talk about the film AND how she feels seen by the headstrong lead of the British epic period drama FAR FROM THE MADDING CROWD. From Rhona's former life in Los Angeles to the divine intervention of one such horse, this conversation is certified fresh! Then, buddy up with us because Jordan has one quick thing about the upcoming horror thriller Companion. The heat is on with this one!***With Jordan Crucchiola and Rhona Mitra.

Comedian and actor Chris Grace has starred in NBC's Superstore, PEN15, and Broad City. Now he takes to the stage as one of the world's most famous actresses in his new comedy special on Dropout, Chris Grace as Scarlett Johansson. Chris graces our mics to talk about the special AND how he felt seen in the 1993 ensemble-driven drama, THE JOY LUCK CLUB. We get into a heartfelt conversation on Asian-American representation in cinema, the incomparable talent of Rosalind Chao,  and Chris answers the question: Am I a good person?Then Jordan has one quick thing about Ryan Coogler's forthcoming vampiric horror film Sinners. Michael B. Jordan, Michael B. Jordan again, and the gritty Hailee Steinfeld. ***With Jordan Crucchiola and Chris Grace.

Movie of the Year: 1984Beverly Hills Cop (with Jordan Crucchiola!)Welcome back, dear listeners, to another thrilling episode of the Movie of the Year podcast! This week, we're diving into the high-octane, laugh-out-loud world of "Beverly Hills Cop." Yes, the 1984 action-comedy classic that catapulted Eddie Murphy to superstardom and made Detroit cops look infinitely cooler than they ever should. Buckle up as we explore the ins and outs of this cultural phenomenon, dissecting its themes, performances, and the genius behind its direction. And yes, we've got a guest panelist who is almost as excited as Eddie Murphy in a room full of bananas.Eddie Murphy: The Iconic Axel FoleyFirst things first, let's talk about the man, the myth, the legend: Eddie Murphy. If you think you know Eddie Murphy from his Saturday Night Live days, "Beverly Hills Cop" will make you realize you haven't even scratched the surface. His portrayal of Axel Foley is nothing short of legendary, blending sharp wit, raw charisma, and that signature laugh that could melt even the iciest of Beverly Hills hearts. Murphy's performance isn't just the centerpiece of the movie; it's the entire foundation upon which the film's success is built. How does he manage to be both a badass and a comedian at the same time? The answer lies in his unmatched talent, and maybe a little bit of Detroit street smarts.Class and Race in Beverly Hills CopNow, let's peel back the layers of "Beverly Hills Cop" and take a sardonic look at its take on class and race. This movie does more than just showcase Murphy's comedic prowess; it subtly critiques the cultural divide between Detroit's gritty streets and Beverly Hills' sanitized opulence. Axel Foley, a black detective from the working-class side of the tracks, waltzes into the epitome of white, upper-class America and turns it on its head. The film's commentary on race and class is as sharp as Foley's one-liners, highlighting the absurdity and hypocrisy of the elite. It's a comedy, sure, but the underlying social critique hits harder than a banana in a tailpipe.Martin Brest: The Maestro Behind Beverly Hills CopBehind every great film is a director who orchestrates the chaos, and "Beverly Hills Cop" is no exception. Martin Brest, the unsung hero of this masterpiece, manages to blend action, comedy, and social commentary with a finesse that's as rare as finding a parking spot in Beverly Hills. Brest's direction ensures that the film never loses its pacing or charm, seamlessly transitioning from high-speed chases to hilarious exchanges without missing a beat. His vision turns a potentially standard cop movie into a groundbreaking film that still holds up decades later. How did he pull it off? Magic, genius, or just really good luck? Probably all three.Guest Panelist Jordan Crucchiola Brings the HeatJoining us in this episode is none other than the brilliant Jordan Crucchiola. If you're unfamiliar with Jordan, you've been living under a rock or in Beverly Hills without cable. As a seasoned film critic and pop culture aficionado, Jordan brings a fresh perspective to our discussion, dissecting "Beverly Hills Cop" with the precision of a surgeon and the enthusiasm of a kid in a candy...

Our Pride Month celebration concludes with an epic mini-MEGA draft of the 11 best films ever made about LESBIANS, with Screen Drafts veterans Emily St. James (Podcast Like It's), Libby Hill (Yellowjackets) and Jordan Crucchiola (Feeling Seen)!

Assemble the V-Squad and check your ID sitch because we are headed to L.A. with Brad Michael Elmore's trans vampire film, Bit (2019). Along for the ride is returning guest Dani Bethea, who has a Frightgown history with Elmore and this very fun film. Plus: praising leads Nicole Maines and Diana Hopper, lamenting the lack of backstory for the coven, Trace's new found love of Boney M, lots of sibling talk, and is this aspirational trans horror...by a straight man? Reference: > Jordan Crucchiola. "The Unlikely Story Behind the Year's Best Intersectional Feminist Vampire Movie." Vulture  > 'Bit Frightgown Panel' feat. Wren Crain, Ten Backe, Dax Ebaben. Moderated by Dani Bethea. YouTube Questions? Comments? Snark? Connect with the boys on Twitter, Instagram, Youtube, Letterboxd, Facebook, or join the Facebook Group to get in touch with other listeners > Trace: @tracedthurman > Joe: @bstolemyremote > Dani: @TheDaniBethea / Medium Article: Beyond Social Media: Seeking Black Trans and Non-Binary Actors on Screen Be sure to support the boys on Patreon!  Theme Music: Alexander Nakarada    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New Yorker cartoonist and writer for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Asher Perlman, related to Charlie Kaufman's self-deprecating self-portrait in Spike Jonze's 2002 film Adaptation - a movie we discussed here in one of our earliest episodes, with author Susan Orlean. As he's grown up -- both as a person and a creative -- has he gotten more in touch with his inner Donald, Charlie's (fully fictional) identical twin brother?This, and Jordan's take on Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga!Well, This is Me is available for preorder and will be released on June 18, 2024***with Jordan Crucchiola and Asher Perlman

Newly minted Screen Drafts Hall-of-Famer Jordan Crucchiola (Feeling Seen) joins Screen Drafts Legend Darren Franich to rank the 7 best films that were booed by audiences at the Cannes Film Festival!

This podcast is part of the #MaxFunDrive! If you'd like to help this podcast continue and get great gifts in the process, go to maximumfun.org/join and become a MaxFun Member for as little as $5 a month. You can also upgrade or boost your membership for as little as $1 more a month to help the show out even more and earn gifts and certain levels.COLOR OF NIGHT is one of the wildest, most surprising movies Jordan has ever seen, and now producer Marissa can say the same! Starring Bruce Willis as a psychologist who's also trying to solve his friend Scott Bakula's murder (while on vacation in Los Angeles, a vacation he went on to try and heal from a totally unrelated trauma), you won't want to miss hearing us walk you through it. Here's a sneak peek at the full episode, which (if you play your cards right) will hopefully be just the start of an entire Bonus Content series on erotic thrillers! But that will only happen if we get 100 new/upgrading/boosting FEELING SEEN listeners!Maximumfun.org/join !***with Jordan Crucchiola and Marissa Flaxbart

Welcome back, Kindred Spirits! Ragon and Kelly kick off a third podcast season by re-introducing themselves and the podcast, giving a behind the scenes look at how we make the pod, and discussing some of what's to come in Season Three. This is a great place to dive in if you're new to the podcast, and for longtime listeners, enjoy the deep friendship lore! Inspired by: Both Ragon and Kelly are inspired by podcasts this week.  Most of the podcasts are available on a variety of podcast players but we've included links here to their main sites.  Ragon is inspired by Normal Gossip by Kelsey McKinney for fun, low stakes stories that will have you invested in real life anonymous gossip.  And is inspired by Binge Mode: Harry Potter by Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion on The Ringer.  Binge Mode is only available in its entirety on Spotify at the moment but here's a Playlist that is only their Harry Potter series.  Kelly is inspired by Feeling Seen by Jordan Crucchiola for thoughtful interviews discussing movie characters that made the guests feel seen.  And she is inspired by the podcast Worlds Beyond Number, a role playing podcast where talented voice actors play out the adventures of a hedge witch, a haughty wizard and the son of a demigod.   If you want to get a free logo sticker from us, either leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or share your love for the pod on social media!  Send us a photo of your share or review at either our email: kindredspirits.bookclub@gmail.com or on our KindredSpirits.BookClub Instagram. 

A compilation of some of the best Queery conversations from 2023, featuring clips from guests Jordan Crucchiola, Terry J. Benton-Walker, Emily Bielagus and Mara Herbkersman.

The Nightmare Before Christmas is back in theaters, celebrating its 30th anniversary. The film, directed by Henry Selick and produced by Tim Burton, was not a smash hit upon its release, but has become something of a holiday classic over the years. And while there is some debate as to whether it counts as a Halloween movie or a Christmas movie, its spooky themes draw many viewers back to the film every October. NPR's Scott Detrow spoke with Todd Lookinland, the set builder for The Nightmare Before Christmas, and writer and film critic Jordan Crucchiola, about the enduring legacy of film. Email us at considerthis@npr.org.

Jordan Crucchiola sits down with Cameron to discuss their adventures seeing Taylor Swift, finding wiggle room in identity, and the movie Jennifer's Body.