Podcasts about Knives Out

Tim and Jay talk to Ryan Tinetti, professor at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, about the newest Knives Out mystery, Wake Up Dead Man. Religion in movies, Christianity, pastors, and culture war in the church and in the world. Check it out!Also, Ryan has a new book out (which we should have mentioned!), Quiet Ambition, which you can find here.Some of the films we mention in this episode: Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, Silence, Godfather Part III, Calvary, Stars in My CrownCome find us:Website Instagram Facebook Twitter YouTube (starting with Episode 81) Opening music: "Let's Start at the Beginning," Lee RosevereClosing music: "Découvre moi," Marc Senet & Simon Grivot

A gritty, twisty one-night siege thriller that actually looks great (yes, you can see what's happening). The RIP throws Matt Damon and Ben Affleck into a paranoid, internal-corruption nightmare where everyone feels suspicious and every conversation sounds like it has a second meaning.The setupMiami PD captain Jackie Veles is executed by masked hitters after sending one last message and ditching her phone in the river. The FBI descends on the TNT squad (Tactical Narcotics Team), grilling Damon's Dane and Affleck's JD Byrne with a barrage of insinuations—then drops a key reveal: the lead agent is Affleck's brother (Scott Adkins), and it gets physical.What we dig intoThe “big score” tip: Dane gets a text about serious cash—then tells each teammate a different number (immediately sketchy).The money house: a run-down suburban place with a single pristine attic space hiding buckets of cash—enough to bring cartel heat and dirty cops out of the woodwork.Procedure vs panic: phones confiscated, on-site double counts, and the creeping feeling that everyone has an angle.Corruption lore: VCAT baggage, rumours of a cop “crew” that hunts cash stashes, and the sense the real enemy is inside the system.The siege and the switch: masked shooters, cartel contact, and the film's central fun: constantly reassigning blame as the night spirals.Motifs that land (and one that doesn't): the tattoo mantra (“Are we the good guys? We are, and always will be”), the “see another sunrise” thread… and the slightly daft full-circle beat at the end.The verdictThis is Knives Out with tattoos and automatic weapons—a clean, propulsive plot, strong tension, and a solid Damon/Affleck double-act. It's not subtle about cop-mythology, but as a contained, twist-forward thriller with a great cast and tight pacing, it's an easy Strong Recommend.You can now text us anonymously to leave feedback, suggest future content or simply hurl abuse at us. We'll read out any texts we receive on the show. Click here to try it out!We love to hear from our listeners! By which I mean we tolerate it. If it hasn't been completely destroyed yet you can usually find us on twitter @dads_film, on Facebook Bad Dads Film Review, on email at baddadsjsy@gmail.com or on our website baddadsfilm.com. Until next time, we remain... Bad Dads

In this episode of Cinema Verbi, Fr. Brian and Fr. Matt review Wake Up, Dead Man (2025), the latest film in the Knives Out murder mystery series. With two main characters who are Catholic priests and taking place primarily in a Catholic church, the film presents a unique opportunity for Fr. Matt and Fr. Brian to evaluate how well a major Hollywood film portrays the priesthood.(0:05) Fr. Brian and Fr. Matt catch up on the past month and briefly discuss some of the movies they've seen recently, including an animated film about King David and Jay Kelly (2025).(5:18) Fr. Matt introduces the film that's the main topic of this episode, Wake Up, Dead Man (2025), the third installment of the Knives Out series. He and Fr. Brian are particularly excited about this film because the two main characters are Catholic priests.(14:15) Fr. Brian and Fr. Matt talk about how accurately the film depicts aspects of Catholicism such as the liturgy, the ministry of a priest, etc.(41:25) Fr. Matt and Fr. Brian give their seeds of the Word ratings for the film and close the episode with a trivia game.

In this bonus episode of Popcorn & Catch-Up, we discuss Knives Out.Remember to spread the word about the show. Reach us on X/Twitter, Facebook, or BlueSky to share your thoughts! Enjoy!

A “Knives Out” mystery starring Daniel Craig as detective Benoit Blanc teaming up with Father Judd (Josh O'Connor) to investigate an impossible crime in a small-town church. 

Abbiamo approfittato dell'ultima avventura cinematografica di Christian De Sica e Lillo per farci raccontare di tutto: da Alberto Sordi a Tony Effe, da Totò a Paolo Calabresi («la nostra Ginger Rogers»), dai primi baci ai cinepanettoni, senza dimenticare l'immancabile “vecchia che cade”.Christian Agata, il detective più famoso d'Italia (anzi, d'Europa, sostiene lui), viene invitato in un castello in Val d'Aosta a fare da testimonial per il gioco da tavolo Crime Castle. Quando una valanga isola il castello e spunta un cadavere, il soggiorno si trasforma in un vero giallo: nel solco della comedy investigativa (stile Knives Out) e della classica cena con delitto, toccherà a Christian risolvere il mistero…

Check out our latest episode on a variety of topics....Nostalgia, our latest project, Knives Out vs The Residence, Mobland, TV vs Movies, and more!

Send us a textHannah and Laura are diving into the 4th book in Tana French's Dublin Murder Squad, Broken Harbor. They cover the first half of the book and have decided that they do, in fact, care about Scorcher Kennedy. They also chat about some movies that Laura has been loving, a YA thriller that Hannah just can't understand the plot of, and whether or not women would date Chris Evans if he was poor. **This episode contains SPOILERS for Broken Harbor by Tana French. Spoiler section begins at: 50 min 20 secs. ***CW for the episode: discussions of death, murder, stabbing, blood, violence, familial trauma, suicide, mental illness, police, divorce, sexual assault, povertyMedia Mentions:Broken Harbor by Tana French To Shape a Dragon's Breath by Moniquill Blackgoose To Rise a Riding Storm by Moniquill BlackgooseCopper Skin, Oaken Lungs by Adam Bassett Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse---NetflixSpider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse---Disney+ Materialists---HBO Max Glass Onion---NetflixWake Up Dead Man---Netflix Not Quite Dead Yet by Holly Jackson  Don't Let Him In by Lisa JewellThe Phantom---Prime Video Derry Girls---Netflix True Detective---HBO Max Support the showBe sure to follow OWWR Pod!www.owwrpod.com Twitter (updates only): @OwwrPodBlueSky: @OwwrPodTikTok: @OwwrPodInstagram: @owwrpodThreads: @OwwrPodHive: @owwrpodSend us an email at: owwrpod@gmail.comCheck out OWWR Patreon: patreon.com/owwrpodOr join OWWR Discord! We'd love to chat with you!You can follow Hannah at:Instagram: @brews.and.booksThreads: @brews.and.booksTikTok: @brews.and.booksYou can follow Laura at:Instagram: @goodbooksgreatgoatsBlueSky: @myyypod

Welcome to another episode of Death Don't Do Fiction, the AIPT Movies podcast! The podcast about the enduring legacy of our favorite movies! It's January, so that means it's time for our “Uncannuary” series! Where we cover movies that feature superheroes or vigilantes, either adapted from comics or created specifically for the big screen! In this week's episode, Alex, Tim, and returning guest Matt Naughton discuss Pamela Anderson's somewhat infamous adaptation of the Dark Horse Comics anti-hero, Barb Wire!Heroic partial nudity! Conveniently-placed bubbles! Near-lethal stilettos! Great hero shots and abundant aura farming! Awkward and inconsistent narration! Disturbing cybernetic bikini torture! A blowgun disguised as a cigarette! A motorcycle with missiles! A club full of goths and gangsters! Several discussions about contact lenses! Shocking mockery of the obese and the blind community! Possibly the strangest Casablanca remake you've ever seen! Surprisingly decent stunts and chase scenes, including a climactic aerial battle! An interesting cast that includes Udo Kier in a silly wig, Lifeforce's Steve Railsback, Temuera Morrison, Xander Berkeley, Jack Noseworthy, Clint Howard, Tommy "Tiny" Lister Jr., Victoria Rowell from Dumb & Dumber, and a committed Pamela Anderson as a slightly hotter Snake Plissken/Tom Cody-style hero doing spin kicks and shooting guns in black leather and high heels! A pulpy example of pure 90s sleaze that was merely a better script away from being a camp classic!In addition, Alex shares his spoiler-free thoughts on Tron: Ares, Matt Damon & Ben Affleck's new crime thriller The Rip, the new Knives Out sequel Wake Up Dead Man, the dog-centric horror movie Good Boy, and some of his favorite recent action/martial arts movies: Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In, Ghost Killer, Bad City, and Baby Assassins 3!You can find Death Don't Do Fiction on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. As always, if you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave us a positive rating, subscribe to the show, and tell your friends!The Death Don't Do Fiction podcast brings you the latest in movie news, reviews, and more! Hosted by supposed “industry vets,” Alex Harris and Tim Gardiner, the show gives you a peek behind the scenes from two filmmakers with oddly nonexistent filmographies. You can find Alex on Twitter, Bluesky, or Letterboxd @actionharris. This episode's guest, Matt Naughton, can be found on Instagram @mnaughty85. Tim can't be found on social media because he doesn't exist. If you have any questions or suggestions for the Death Don't Do Fiction crew, they can be reached at aiptmoviespod@gmail.com, or you can find them on Twitter or Instagram @aiptmoviespod.Theme song is “We Got it Goin On” by Cobra Man.

The Patriots are back in the Super Bowl and super fans Alec Sulkin and Julius Sharpe from Family Guy join Kilby to preview the showdown with Sam Darnold and the Seahawks. And...a wide ranging discussion on movies including the Knives Out series, Bugonia, Paul Newman's best film, Zodiac, that special Wilford Brimley scene in The Firm, The Town vs The Departed, and Mr. Kilborn showcases his popular Albert Finney impression. Plus, the entire podcast is sprinkled with puns. It's The Sulk effect. Orange you glad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Father Dave welcomes Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Rian Johnson to discuss his latest movie "Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery," whose fictional story takes place in a Catholic parish. Rian's directing credits include "Star Wars Episode VIII: The Last Jedi," "Looper," "Poker Face," episodes of "Breaking Bad," and many more. The latest film in the "Knives Out" murder mystery series, "Wake Up Dead Man," stars Daniel Craig as Detective Benoit Blanc who teams up with a priest (Josh O'Connor) to investigate a crime at the small-town church.

Imagine a movie that takes itself 110% serious, however is still a parody... in a way! Brick is a self serious neo noir set in high school and it i8s very very good! Been wanting to watch this one for awhile and it did not disappoint! Directed by Rian Johnson who directed The Last Jedi and the Knives Out trilogy! Hope you enjoy our review!    Music: https://jessejacethomas.bandcamp.com/album/want Create your podcast today! #madeonzencastr

Cody, Nate and Megan discuss Wake Up Dead Man, the new Knives Out mystery film by Rian Johnson, now streaming on Netflix.

We are joined by Megan Kohler, Jacob Tubbs, and Zach Doumit as we analyze 'Wake Up Dead Man,' the third installment in Netflix's Knives Out series. We explore its nuanced portrayal of religion, contrasting characters, and its implications for faith and moral choices. We even discover some good reasons for some of the more controversial parts of the film. Perhaps one of our best conversations ever!Show Notes: https://www.popcultureapricottree.com/post/wakeupdeadmanAudio mastering by Carl CranneyAssociate Links: Links to products may be associate links, which means a small part of your purchase goes to Pop Culture on the Apricot Tree. We appreciate your support.

This episode originally broadcast on January 22, 2026. The original podcast post is here: https://pixelatedgeek.com/2026/01/binary-system-podcast-490-wake-up-dead-man-a-knives-out-mystery/"Hee. Moriarty throwing a paper airplane at a very angsty Hawkeye. I'll be in my bunk."Yay, we actually watched something we planned to watch! What...no, not Weapons. And not Nosferatu either. This week we finally sat down and watched the latest Knives Out movie, and we loved it. This movie has everything: amazing actors doing fantastic acting, beautiful sets and cinematography, hilarious digs at what passes for political discourse these days, and some examples of the worst and best that religion has to offer. (Seriously, Josh O'Connor won our hearts with his portrayal of the kind of person you want to see as a priest.) Needless to say, all the spoilers as we discuss a thrilling, gloriously convoluted murder mystery that kept surprising us with what we thought was going on.Also, even though we didn't watch any of the horror movies we planned to, Kathryn did finally watch Maxxxine. It was fine.This week's outro is a clip from Sunshine at the Metro by TeknoAXE.You can listen to our discussion of the movie Heretic here. And you really need to take a look at Isabella Watling's portraits that Rian Johnson commissioned for the credits of Wake Up Dead Man.Looking for a present for that hard-to-shop-for person? Want to buy them (or yourself) a square foot of a castle in Scotland? Look no further! You can support the restoration of Dunan's castle, legally call yourself Lady or Laird, AND if you use this link to get there, you can support this podcast too! ScottishLaird.co.uk. For updates, fan art, and other randomness, come follow us on Facebook, Tumblr, Twitter, and Instagram!

Rian Johnson films. Sarah Watt, Jeremy Downing and William Chen discuss Wake Up Dead Man (2025), the latest in the Knives Out series, and Rian Johnson's first film Brick (2005). We begin by discussing our experiences watching Brick back in 2005 and 2006. This moves into us discussing a number of Rian Johnson's films, ending with Wake Up Dead Man. We discuss the range of actors in Wake Up Dead Man, including the accuracy of their casting, the bravado of their performances and whether they had enough to do. Our discussion weaves between the two films and talk about the technical elements and how Johnson and his team have crafted the tension, plot contrivances and semiotics.

This week we are taking a look at the third installment in the Knives Out film franchise – “Wake Up Dead Man!” Daniel Craig returns as Benoit Blanc to solve the mystery of a murdered priest. There is a whole lot of religion in this movie and that makes it even more on topic for […]

About This Episode: 2025 Top 10 Films - Ep 380: New Year, New Normies, Last Year's Best of Lists! We count down our Top 10 Films of 2025, the movies that lived rent-free in our heads long after the credits rolled. We're breaking down what made 2025 such a memorable year at the movies, and it's certainly not the other theater goers that keep us showing up to the theater. Grab some popcorn and argue along with our hot takes and last ditch efforts at recommending hidden gems. Agree with us? Probably not—and that's half the fun! Somehow heartbreak feels good in a Normie like this. @Normies_Like_Us https://www.instagram.com/normies_like_us/ @jacob https://www.instagram.com/_j__a___c___o__b_/ @Mike_Has_Insta https://www.instagram.com/mike_has_insta/ https://letterboxd.com/BabblingBrooksy/ https://letterboxd.com/hobbes72/ https://letterboxd.com/mikejromans/

Send us a textThe recent Knives Out movie brings a welcome encouragement for Christians, showing what a positive interaction for Christ would look like. What things matter to you that would cause you to ignore someone in need? To be prepared for good works means being there for others when they need help. Have you been able to help someone today?If you need inspiration to close the door on something that is keeping you from a life with God, we hope you will consider that for your spiritual wellbeing. =====Searching for answers to life's questions? Need help finding a church? Drop us a line. We would love to help you find a congregation that practices the love of Christ. The Extra Mile Podcast is a work of Milwaukee Ave Church of Christ in Lubbock, TX. Assembly times:9:30 AM - Classes for all ages10:30 AM - Sunday Morning Assembly5:00 PM - Sunday Evening Assembly7:00 PM - Wednesday Evening AssemblyEmail us:  the.emile.pod@gmail.comInstagram: @extramilepodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/546CHn6Qvdh807yhYC5sHL?si=j6-jHRTiRh6_Non9E9URagApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-extra-mile-podcast/id1550189689Google Play: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMjgwNTI1LnJzcwWe would love to hear from you! Email: the.emile.pod@gmail.com Instagram: @extramilepodcast

The long-awaited third installment in the Knives Out trilogy, Wake Up Dead Man, has arrived in…home…theaters! Sam & Dave are back to weigh in. How does it compare to the previous two films? And does it satisfy their previous criticisms of Glass Onion?We discuss:

The Second Part in our Faith in the Wicked Trilogy Last month we insulted the likes of Guillermo del Toro, Martin Scorsese and David FIncher for making TV movies... and in our second episode of 2026 we feature a really expensive TV movie from Rian Johnson in his third KNIVES OUT entry WAKE UP DEAD MAN! One host was spiritually moved upon first watch and continued to find more to love about this latest Daniel Craig mystery... and the other came around once the majesty of seeing it at home on streaming just as our gods at Netflix intended. Cinema in 2026 as we TRY to feature films that actually play in theaters! Enjoy! Patreon supporters get access to monthly bonus episodes including previous years of Movie Book Club! Bluesky/Instagram/Threads: @trilogyintheory Letterboxd: @projectingfilm & @webistrying Artwork by: @nasketchs Find out more at https://trilogyintheory.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Josh is joined by Knives Out/Murder Mystery Correspondent Fred Kolb to talk about writer/director Rian Johnson's newest installment in the Knives Out franchise, "Wake Up Dead Man." They discuss how the mystery itself compared to the earlier films in the series, the sensitive ways in which it handled competing views of religion, the performances from the star-studded cast included Josh O'Connor in a co-lead role and much more!

“Hee. Moriarty throwing a paper airplane at a very angsty Hawkeye. I’ll be in my bunk.” Yay, we actually watched something we planned to watch! What…no, not Weapons. And not Nosferatu either. This week we finally sat down and watched the latest Knives Out movie, and we loved it. This movie has everything: amazing actors... The post Binary System Podcast #490 – Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery first appeared on Pixelated Geek.

This episode features a deep dive into the film "Wake Up Dead Man" (the latest Knives Out movie) from a Christian perspective. Hosts Preston and Femi explore whether it qualifies as a "Christian film" and discuss how its portrayal of Father Judd—an earnest, sincere priest—offers a surprisingly generous depiction of genuine faith. They analyze the various church characters as representations of different dynamics found in American Christianity, from devotion without faith to political manipulation of religion. The conversation highlights how the film's "show don't tell" approach creates meaningful opportunities for discussing authentic Christianity with both believers and non-believers, making it a valuable tool for discipleship and evangelism when engaging with broader culture. Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at highpointchurch.org/podcastMusic: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong (https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)

Com uma surpreendente bilheteria e aclamação crítica, Entre Facas e Segredos teve enormes repercussões seguindo seu lançamento em 2019. A primeira delas foi “redimir” e catapultar o nome de seu criador, Rian Johnson, logo após a recepção mista (para dizer o mínimo) de seu Star Wars: Os Últimos Jedi (2017). A segunda foi a de criar uma muito bem-sucedida franquia de filmes de assassinato e mistério, protagonizados pelo excêntrico Benoit Blanc e lançados, a partir de seu segundo capítulo, na Netflix. Aproveitando o recente lançamento de Vivo ou Morto: Um Mistério Knives Out e nós mesmos nos surpreendendo em descobrir que ainda não havíamos falado sobre a franquia no RdM, tiramos do armário nossos conhecimentos de Agatha Christie e Sherlock Holmes para falar sobre a recém-formada trilogia de filmes. Com referências a Radiohead, Beatles e U2, prepare-se para um RdMCast cheio de planos mirabolantes e questões políticas atuais, enquanto aprendemos juntos que, sim, a riqueza pode emburrecer (e muito).O RdMCast é produzido e apresentado por: Thiago Natário, Gabi Larocca e Gabriel Braga.Apoie o RdM e receba recompensas exclusivas: https://apoia.se/rdmCITADOS NO PROGRAMA:Entre Facas e Segredos (2019)Glass Onion: Um Mistério Knives Out (2022)Vivo ou Morto: Um Mistério Knives Out (2025)Citações off topic:Sherlock (Série de TV 2010–2017)Uma Mente Excepcional (2024 – )Star Wars: Os Últimos Jedi (2017)Star Wars: Episódio IX (2019)A Ponta de um Crime/Brick (2005)Vigaristas (2008)Looper: Assassinos do Futuro (2012)007 – Cassino Royale (2006)Millennium – Os Homens que Não Amavam as Mulheres (2011)Missa da Meia-Noite (2021)EPISÓDIOS CITADOS:RdMCast #243 – Especial Alfred HitchcockRdMCast #460 – Embate Paradoxo Temporal: Looper X O PredestinadoRdMCast #529 – Frankenstein de Guillermo del ToroRdMCast #534 – Bugonia: conspirações, aliens e Yorgos LanthimosRdMCast #420 – Franquia Cloverfield: o universo que nunca foiRdMCast #297 – MatrixSiga o RdMYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Rep%C3%BAblicadoMedoInstagram: @republicadomedoTwitter: @RdmcastEntre em contato através do: contato@republicadomedo.com.brLoja do RdMConheça nossos produtos: https://lojaflutuante.com.br/?produto=RdmPODCAST EDITADO PORFelipe LourençoESTÚDIO GRIM – Design para conteúdo digitalPortfólio: https://estudiogrim.com.br/Instagram: @estudiogrimContato: contato@estudiogrim.com.br

Support the podcast by subscribing to our Patreon to get access to hundreds of hours of bonus content, early access to upcoming episodes, and the ability to chat with the hosts! www.patreon.com/mediumpopcorn    Justin and Tati share their thoughts on the new Rian Johnson Benoit Blanc film, "Wake Up Dead Man". They discuss the themes, performances, and rank the three Knives Out movies!    Don't forget to leave a five star review on your favorite podcast app!   MP Links: - patreon.com/mediumpopcorn   - youtube.com/@MediumPopcornPodcast   - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/medium-popcorn   Hosts: Justin Brown Tatiana Albandos Medium Popcorn Podcast   "Medium Popcorn" is a production of Casa de Collins LLC.    Special thanks as always to our producer Lluvia Gilliam. 

On the 97th episode of Bomb Squad Matinee, Tanner has once again become Detective Tanoit Blanc and has gathered Austin, Tim, and Cody to investigate Rian Johnson's latest Benoit Blanc mystery Wake Up Dead Man. Does this new installment live up to the bar set by Knives Out and Glass Onion? Does the film handle the complex nuances of religion in an interesting way? Can Tanoit find who killed Rein Conversi? Tune in to find out!

This week, Jordan, Darrell, and Anthony discuss the documentary series "Sean Combs: The Reckoning" and review the latest Knives Out movie, "Wake Up Dead Man."(If you notice a few seemingly outdated references to the holiday season, we recorded this in December, but Anthony failed to finish editing until now!)If you'd like to skip ahead, here's how the episode breaks down:0:00 Intro0:37 Sean Combs: The Reckoning discussion25:58 Wake Up Dead Man review41:20 Wake Up Dead Man spoiler discussion

The newest Knives Out movie, Wake Up, Dead Man, has come out on Netflix. This murder mystery movie series has become one of the most acclaimed and debated of our generation, and the newest one is no exception. Yet this addition has a twist: it just might be a Christian movie. Here to review it and discuss its complex message are your beloved hosts, who put themselves through any series of movie-going experiences just for you, beloved listeners.And because we know you just can't get enough of us, click here for our Patreon to gain access to another complete bonus episode on the movie.

Message us ANONYMOUSLYSo, someone involved with marketing/promoting this new Dutch movie “Reedland” (2025 d. Sven Bresser) reached out to us. They were like “wanna do…whatever it is you do, we don't really know/care, with it,” and we were like “how did you find us? Are you sure YOU think this is a good idea?” They were like “yep. Watch it and do the dance.” And we're like "uuummm, OK.” Then we did the episode, and sent it to them for approval. They were like “wow. Approved. Give these chimps the Nobel Peace Prize.” So, we're just waiting for that now. The Reedcutter will return in Avengers: Floopitty Dooms 1/20!****A member of the “Review Review,” family is in the fight of her life, you can help! - TAP/CLICK Support the show**All episodes contain explicit language**Artwork - Ben McFaddenReview Review Intro/Outro Theme - Jamie Henwood"What Are We Watching" & "Whatcha been up to?" Themes - Matthew Fosket"Fun Facts" Theme - Chris Olds/Paul RootLead-Ins Edited/Conceptualized by - Ben McFaddenProduced by - Ben McFadden & Paul RootConcept - Paul Root

Taylor & Chris kick off the new year by sharing Taylor's favorite day on the Church calendar (it's not what you think!) & talking about his new favorite movie & video game: Wake Up Dead Man & Clair Obscur. He also cries & they talk about accidentally going viral last episode! This one has a little bit of everything! Subscribe/Rate Never miss out on the craziness of each episode by hitting the subscribe button RIGHT NOW! Help other people find the show by taking a few moments to leave a review in your podcasting app. Thanks! YouTube Check out the show and other exclusive videos on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/fortecatholic Connect

We couldn't quite fit it in at the end of 2025 like the last entry in this series of Rian Johnson whodunnit movies, but we still had to see what mystery Benoit Blanc must unravel in his most recent case. Join us for Wake Up Dead Man to see how we feel in this 3rd entry in the Knives Out pantheon. More Content: https://patreon.com/neverseenitpodOur Links: https://lnk.bio/neverseenitMovie Info: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14364480/

In this episode, Derek and Steve return after a two-month hiatus to discuss major life updates, including Derek's new role as a father and Steve's honeymoon in New Zealand. Then it shifts to sports, covering NFL playoffs, college football, and the Australian Open. They also explore pop culture topics like "Stranger Things" and "Knives Out," and share book reviews. The episode concludes with a discussion on mail frustrations and a tribute to Zdeno Chara.00:00:25 Introduction and Life Updates00:16:30 Sports Talk: NFL and College Football00:44:15 Slide Into the DMs01:07:47 Cozy Book Corner01:18:42 Final Drive (Hater Alert!)

It's winter and all I want to do is solve cozy mysteries! In this episode, I explore Knives Out (2019) and its portrayal of the impact of grief on family dynamics.I talk about:What grief is and why it doesn't fit into tidy stagesEmotional displacementWhat grief does to family dynamicsTwo tarot cards that I selected for Knives Out — the seven of swords and the hierophantMental Health is Horrifying is hosted by Candis Green, Registered Psychotherapist and owner of Many Moons Therapy...............................................................Show Notes:Want to work together? I offer 1:1 psychotherapy both virtually (Ontario) and in-person (Toronto), along with tarot, horror, and dreamwork services (anywhere my bat signal reaches), both individually and through my group program, the Final Girls Club. Podcast artwork by Chloe Hurst at Contempo Mint

Jenn talks about watching the 3rd installment of Knives Out. 

MJ and Jackie are back with another servin' of second helpings! This week we got a big scoopa Ashely Tisdale mommy group drama, MJs  joining Jackie by getting their Plurb on, and Jackie prepares herself to become the horse. In a very normal move Travis Barker bought his daughter lingerie for Christmas, the human fleshbeard Spencer Pratt announced he's running for mayor of LA, and MJ recommends "One Battle After Another" despite the fact that off screen both Sean Penn and Leonardo DiCaprio are turds. Netflix is changing their guidelines to there only being 17 days in the theatre before streaming, Jackie has some super sad movie facts about "The Iron Giant" and MJ watched Knives Out 3! The second season of "The Pitt" started dropping, "Song Sung Blue" trailer was a real head scratcher, and Jackie reads a listener email with some insider hot goss' 'bout that Ariana Ethan showmance, all that and more on this week's Second Helpings!Want even more Page 7? Support us on Patreon! Patreon.com/Page7Podcast  Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Page 7 ad-free.Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Benoit Blanc is back — but not in the way you might expect.In this episode, we dig into Wake Up Dead Man, the third entry in Rian Johnson's Knives Out series, and quickly realise this isn't just another playful, sun-drenched whodunnit. The tone is darker, stranger, and far more morbid than Knives Out or Glass Onion, leaning hard into religious imagery, guilt, confession, and moral rot.Set around a remote church and a fire-and-brimstone priest, the film opens with what looks like an impossible murder: a man stabbed in a sealed room, in full view of his congregation. From there, Blanc circles a tight group of suspects — each with motive, history, and secrets — as the film toys with classic murder-mystery rules… and then quietly breaks a few of them.What we talk about in the episode:The tonal shift — why this feels closer to gothic noir than cosy Agatha ChristieReligion, confession, and judgment as thematic engines, not just window dressingWhether the mystery is too Scooby-Doo or intentionally rejecting “fair-play” sleuthingA stacked cast and who actually makes an impact (and who doesn't)Daniel Craig's Benoit Blanc: more observer than solver this time — for better or worseThe film's final act, revelations, and why it left us oddly unsatisfied despite clever ideasHow it stacks up against Knives Out (still the gold standard) and Glass Onion (the loudest sibling)We also get into a broader debate about modern murder mysteries, Netflix's influence on structure and pacing, and whether this series is drifting away from the thing that made it work in the first place: watching a brilliant detective actually do the detecting.If you like your whodunnits bleak, talky, and a little unholy — or if you just want to hear us wrestle with a film that's clever, flawed, and deliberately frustrating — this one's for you.

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Happy New Year, Fams. We’re kicking off 2026 with a deep dive into the latest Knives Out Mystery by Rian Johnson with a smattering of plans for the rest of the year. Does Wake Up Dead Man live up to the Knives Out name, or will it be buried under the full weight of the Church? Find out right here, on Zero Credit(s).

Fr. Mike jumps into the mystery of Knives Out, not to solve the murder but to understand the truest mission of the priesthood. In the midst of Hollywood's fascination with Catholicism, they've often had trouble capturing an honest representation of Catholics. However, Fr. Mike explores the success of Rian Johnson's appropriate casting and display of a priest in the midst of impossible odds. Find out what Fr. Mike loved about the film and why he thinks, this time, Hollywood got it right!

The Cinematography Podcast Episode 340: Steve Yedlin, ASC Cinematographer Steve Yedlin, ASC, and director Rian Johnson have shared a creative shorthand for over thirty years. Their collaboration is so deep that it rarely requires extensive dialogue. “Rian will mention things he wants to do differently or specifically, but a lot of it is already in the script,” says Yedlin. Johnson describes the vision; Yedlin elevates and translates it to the screen. While Benoit Blanc (Daniel Craig) remains the series' constant touchstone, each Knives Out installment is a visual standalone. “Rian and I are adamant that we don't want to repeat ourselves—that's boring,” Yedlin notes. “We want to push the medium forward and tell the story in the most visually arresting way possible.” For Knives Out: Wake Up Dead Man, the duo pivoted toward a Gothic aesthetic with horror overtones. Yedlin introduced inky, high-contrast blacks and utilized "creep zooms" to heighten the tension. However, the film's atmosphere is most heavily dictated by the lighting. Within the central church setting, outdoor light shifts were meticulously programmed using Yedlin's proprietary software, as the external environment mirrors the internal drama of the scene. The most technical challenge of a Knives Out production is managing the sprawling ensemble cast. Filming large groups can risk "breaking the stageline"—violating the 180-degree rule that maintains spatial consistency for the audience. To avoid disorienting cuts, Johnson and Yedlin identify the strongest "stageline" between two key characters and commit to it. Rather than relying on traditional coverage, they use anchored shots that emphasize depth, showing how characters interact across the foreground and background. Reflecting on their lifelong partnership, Yedlin views the work as both professional and personal. “He's been my best friend,” he says. “Rian is a brilliant filmmaker. Even if I had nothing to do with his movies, they would be my favorites. And then I get to work on them because he keeps bringing me along.” See Knives Out: Wake Up Dead Man streaming on Netflix. Find Steve Yedlin: https://www.yedlin.net/ Instagram @steveyedlin SHOW RUNDOWN: 01:27 Close Focus 10:45 Steve Yedlin, ASC interview 58:57 Short ends 01:07:27 Wrap up/Credits The Cinematography Podcast website: www.camnoir.com YouTube: @TheCinematographyPodcast Facebook: @cinepod Instagram: @thecinepod Blue Sky: @thecinepod.bsky.social

After being transferred to a new church, Father Jud Duplenticy meets the mercurial Monsignor Jefferson Wicks, a domineering priest whose parish is filled with secrets. But when Wicks is murdered while alone in a closet in front of his most ardent parishioners, authorities bring in noted private detective Benoit Blanc to solve the case. Blanc and Father Jud dig into Wicks's past and his relationships with his followers to solve a quintessential closed-door mystery. The detective and the priest discover the murder is only part of a larger puzzle of deceit, wealth, and power.Daniel Craig and Josh O'Connor lead an all-star cast in “Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery,” now on Netflix. The sequel forces the renowned private eye and the earnest priest to join forces and sift through a bevy of suspects that includes the church secretary, a drunk doctor, a failed politician, a high-strung lawyer, and a struggling novelist. The film covers themes of morality, faith, and greed, wrapped in a classic whodunnit throwback the Knives Out series is known for.OUR SPOILER-FREE REVIEWS OF "WAKE UP DEAD MAN" BEING IN THE FINAL 12 MINUTES OF THE EPISODE.In Crime of the Week: The future's so bright. For exclusive podcasts and more, sign up at Patreon.Sign up for our newsletter at crimewriterson.com.This show was recorded in The Caitlin Rogers Project Studio. Click to find out more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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The new hit science fiction show “Pluribus” takes place in a world where a hive mind links everyone's thoughts and actions in the name of collective good. Karolina Wydra plays Zosia and joins us to talk about the show's popularity and what it says about society.Then, writer-director-producer Rian Johnson and his cousin, composer Nathan Johnson, talk about merging mystery and faith in their newest addition to the “Knives Out” franchise: “Wake Up Dead Man.”Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

For the final podcast of the year, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman break down the latest on NPB stars Tatsuya Imai and Kazuma Okamoto as their MLB posting windows close, analyzing where they could sign and how their profiles contrast with previous Japanese imports like Munetaka Murakami and Yoshinobu Yamamoto. The guys take a hard look at the differences between pitching and hitting projections for international talent, highlighting Imai's adaptability and Okamoto's ready-made bat for contending teams. They discuss the best roster fits for Imai, focusing on the Giants, Mets, and Phillies, among others, and debate which teams actually make sense for the 3B slugger Okamoto.Later in the show, they open up the Bar-B-Cast mailbag and answer questions about Juan Soto, the Dodgers' championship window and some baseball easter eggs in the latest Knives Out film, Wake Up Dead Man.Finally, they close the episode with a round of Turbo Mode, highlighting a bevy of signings across the league in Cincinnati, Chicago, Seattle & more. Also, a special shout-out to the Buffalo Sabres.1:53 - Why is it taking so long for Japanese stars Tatsuya Imai and Kazuma Okamoto to sign?14:45 - Where will Imai sign?24:50 - Where will Okamoto sign?31:30 - Baseball Bar-B-Cast Mailbag: Mets, Dodgers, Knives Out & more1:05:10 - Turbo Mode: Reds, Cubs, Mariners & more

What happens when a murder mystery becomes a theological reckoning? In Wake Up Dead Man, Rian Johnson delivers a Knives Out film that confronts Christian nationalism, toxic masculinity in the church, and the possibility of authentic faith beyond institutional corruption. Rev. Rachel Kessler, aka The Nerdy Priest, joins Matthew to unpack Father Jud's journey from failed boxer to priest, the film's sharp critique of religious authority, and why Benoit Blanc's turning down Jud's invitation to mass is essentially the message of the movie.Questions we discussed:How does the character of the Monsignor embody Christian nationalism and toxic masculinity within church leadership?What does Father Jud's struggle with his violent past reveal about redemption and the nature of calling?How does the film parallel Rian Johnson's themes from The Last Jedi about institutional failure and who gets to own sacred stories?How does the movie distinguish between authentic Christianity and the church as an instrument of patriarchal control?What's the significance of Benoit Blanc experiencing a "road to Damascus moment" but still declining to stay for Mass?Why does the film end with the church renamed "Our Lady of Perpetual Grace" while the pulpit—and its temptations—remains?**************************************************************************This episode is a production of Superhero Ethics, a The Ethical Panda Podcast and part of the TruStory FM Entertainment Podcast Network. Check our our website to find out more about this and our sister podcast Star Wars Generations.We want to hear from you! You can keep up with our latest news, and send us feedback, questions, or comments via social media or email.Email: Matthew@TheEthicalPanda.comFacebook: TheEthicalPandaInstagram: TheEthicalPandaPodcastsTwitter: EthicalPanda77Or you can join jump into the Star Wars Generations and Superhero Ethics channels on the TruStory FM Discord.Want to get access to even more content while supporting the podcast? Become a member! For $5 a month, or $55 a year you get access to bonus episodes and bonus content at the end of most episodes. Sign up on the podcast's main page. You can even give membership as a gift!You can also support our podcasts through our sponsors:Purchase a lightsaber from Level Up Sabers run by friend of the podcast Neighborhood Master AlanUse Audible for audiobooks. Sign up for a one year membership or gift one through this link.Purchase any media discussed this week through our sponsored links.

On the final On-Screen Live of 2025, we reviewed Rian Johnson's new Knives Out entry, Wake Up Dead Man, reacted to the teaser for the new Street Fighter flick, and even gave some capsule reviews of a few holiday films you may (or may not!) want to take in during this festive season, both from the Hallmark Channel and Netflix! We also announced the titles for the first three shows of our 2026 tour and even played a surprise round of the VHS Trailer Game! On-Screen Live will return in 2026... Throughout 2025, we'll be donating 100% of our earnings from our merch shop to the Center for Reproductive Rights. So head over and check out all these masterful designs and see what tickles your fancy! Shirts? Phone cases? Canvas prints? We got all that and more! Check it out and kick in for a good cause! Original cover art by Felipe Sobreiro.

Rian Johnson's new Knives Out film, 'Wake Up Dead Man,' is sparking conversations few mainstream movies ever touch — faith, forgiveness, power and what it actually means to follow Jesus in a polarized world.In this episode, we talk with the filmmaker about growing up in the Church, walking away from faith and why Christ's teachings — especially “love your enemy” — still shape the stories he wants to tell. Johnson opens up about wrestling with the us-versus-them mentality, the corrupting pull of power and influence, and why he wanted to portray Christian belief with empathy rather than caricature.Plus, the RELEVANT crew debates the best Christmas movie of all time in a chaotic bracket showdown, reacts to surprising year-end culture stories and discusses new research suggesting adolescence doesn't actually end until age 32.HIGHLIGHTS:01:40 – Why 'Wake Up Dead Man' Feels Like a Gospel Story04:00 – Serving vs. Fighting: Faith and the Culture War06:45 – Why Culture Is More Open to Spiritual Conversations09:20 – Is Wake Up Dead Man the Best Knives Out Movie?12:10 – Is Rian Johnson Done With Faith?13:10 – Christianity vs. Church Culture20:15 – RELEVANT Buzz22:00 – Forrest Frank Breaks Into Google's “Hum to Search” List26:30 – Theo Von and Morgan Wallen's Bible Study Revealed32:00 – Rian Johnson on Growing Up Evangelical34:00 – “Arms Wide Open vs. Fists Up” Faith Explained39:00 — SLICES39:20 – New Research Says Adolescence Lasts Until Age 3245:15 – AI Reality TV Is Here (Unfortunately)47:30 – Christmas Movie Bracket ChallengeAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Frank Gehry, whose steel and titanium curved structures seemed more like sculptures than buildings, died last week at age 96. His masterpiece was the Guggenheim museum in Bilbao, Spain. He spoke with Terry Gross in 2004 about finding his design voice.  Also, we remember Raul Malo, the lead singer and songwriter of The Mavericks, the country band with rock and roll roots. Justin Chang reviews ‘Wake Up Dead Man,' the newest ‘Knives Out' mystery movie starring Daniel Craig.  Follow Fresh Air on instagram @nprfreshair, and subscribe to our weekly newsletter for gems from the Fresh Air archive, staff recommendations, and a peek behind the scenes.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Netflix's Wake Up Dead Man is the third installment in the Knives Out franchise. Daniel Craig returns as detective Benoit Blanc -- with a cast of suspects that includes Josh O'Connor, Glenn Close, Jeremy Renner, Andrew Scott, Kerry Washington and Thomas Haden Church. This time out, the mystery gets ecclesiastical in nature, involving the murder of Josh Brolin's fire-and-brimstone priest at a small church.Follow Pop Culture Happy Hour on Letterboxd at letterboxd.com/nprpopcultureLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy