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The Pulp Writer Show
Episode 305: Spring 2026 Movie Review Roundup

The Pulp Writer Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 20:07


In this week's episode, I take a look at the movies and streaming shows I watched in Spring 2026, and rate them from least to most favorite. This coupon code will get you 25% off the ebooks in the Dragontiarna series at my Payhip store: DRAGONJUNE The coupon code is valid through June 15, 2026. So if you need a new ebook this summer, we've got you covered! TRANSCRIPT 00:00:00 Introduction and Writing Updates Hello, everyone. Welcome to Episode 305 of The Pulp Writer Show. My name is Jonathan Moeller. Today is May 29th, 2026 and today we'll be discussing my Spring Movie Review Roundup for 2026, where I discuss the movies and streaming shows I watched over the last few months. We will also have Coupon of the Week and a progress update on my current writing, publishing, and audiobook projects. So let's start off with Coupon of the Week. This week's coupon code will get you 25% off the ebooks in the Dragontiarna series at my Payhip store. That coupon code is DRAGONJUNE. And as always, you get the coupon code and the links in the show notes for this episode. This coupon code will be valid through June the 15th, 2026. So if you need a new ebook for this summer, we have got you covered. Now let's move on to my current writing, publishing, and audiobook projects. As I mentioned last week, Dragon-Mage is out and you can get it at Amazon and Kindle Unlimited and it's doing well, so thank you for that. My next main project is Blade of Thieves and as of this recording, I am on chapter 11 of 25, though that'll probably expand in the final draft, which puts me at 56,000 words in. So I'm almost halfway through. I think probably it's going to be the length of Blade of Wraiths or a little longer, but we'll see. I'm hoping to have it out towards the end of June, but depending on how June goes, that might slip till July. Hopefully we can avoid that. I'm also 5,000 words into Cloak of Frost and that will be my main project once Blade of Thieves is done. I'm hoping to have Cloak of Frost out towards the end of July, but depending on how June goes, it might slip to August. For audiobook projects, Blade of Wraiths is still processing at ACX, though I believe as of right now, you can get it at Google Play, Kobo, Spotify, and my own Payhip store. The other stores should be available within a few weeks. As of right now, I don't actually have any current audiobooks in production, though we have some scheduled for the future. Once Blade of Thieves is finally done, Brad Wills will record that for us. Hollis McCarthy is scheduled to record Cloak of Worlds in June, if all goes well. Leanne Woodward will be recording Dragon-Mage sometime in July, if all goes well. So that is where I'm at with my current writing, publishing, and audiobook projects. Hopefully we'll have new things for you to read and listen to before much longer. 00:02:32 Main Topic: Spring 2026 Movie Review Roundup Now without any further ado, let's move on to our main topic, my Spring 2026 Movie Review Roundup. It's time for the Spring 2026 Movie Review Roundup, where I review the movies and streaming shows I watched over the last few months. As always, they're listed from least favorite to most favorite. The grades are wholly subjective and based on nothing more than my own opinions and thoughts. With that disclaimer out of the way, let's go to the movies. First up is Kicking and Screaming, which came out in 2005. This is a family comedy with Will Ferrell and Robert Duvall. Pharrell plays Phil Weston, a mild mannered vitamin store owner and Duvall plays his father, Buck Weston, owner of a successful chain of sports equipment stores. Buck is one of those hyper competitive guys who has to win at everything and Phil has always rolled with it. But when Phil's son is a benchwarmer on the youth soccer team that Buck coaches, Phil's had enough and starts coaching a rival team to get his son into the game and to defeat his father. Along the way, of course, he descends into Will Ferrell style comedic lunacy, but the PG version since this is a PG movie. Mike Ditka was also hilarious as Phil's sidekick and assistant coach. It seemed like an '80s family movie. It was a sort of movie where you could have taken the entire family to the theater in 2005 and everyone would have been at least moderately entertained. Overall Grade: C Next up is the animated Lord of the Rings, which came out in 1978. As I mentioned, this was the animated version of Lord of the Rings from 1978. Extremely ambitious, but I think it's fair to say this landed in ambitious failure territory, but they tried the best they could given the constraints of the technology at the time and the actual available budget. They tried to pack the entirety of the Fellowship of the Ring and the first half of The Two Towers into about two hours and 20 minutes. I'm sorry to say it just didn't work. Like Dune, the Lord of the Rings is one of those books that requires like 10 hours of very expensive filmmaking to pull off properly. That said, I think it is fair to say that this stumbled so that the Peter Jackson live action trilogy could run. Adapting a book (especially a big book) into a movie is a challenge and I don't think this quite got there. Too much was cut out and if you hadn't read the book, you would probably have no idea what was happening or just been confused the entire time. Additionally, the movie relied heavily on rotoscoping and it didn't always quite work. Like the rotoscope Nazgul looked creepy and unsettling, so that worked for them. However, the rotoscoped orcs just looked bad. You know how in live theater stagehands will dress all in black? The orcs kind of looked like that, albeit they're wearing yellow ponchos over their black stagehand outfits, almost like the stagehands were expecting inclement weather backstage. That said, the vocal performances and the music were very good. So an ambitious and admirable failure. As I said, I think the filmmaker's vision exceeded the grasp of their budget and the available technology of the 1970s. Overall Grade: C Next up is Airplane!, which came out in 1980. It was interesting to watch this as a cultural artifact. It had the leisurely pace of an '80s movie, with far more absurdist humor. It was a parody of various airplane disaster movies from the 1970s. It's also interesting that this is remembered as a Leslie Nielsen movie nowadays, though Leslie Nielsen 's character is only a supporting character. For all that he's known for his absurdist humor these days from later movies, Nielsen plays his character stone cold dead straight, which makes him all the funnier, amazingly enough. Some of the jokes in this movie have aged very badly, but it's still worth watching as an interesting and amusing cultural artifact, given how it influenced the entire genre of comedy movies afterwards. There's also the obligatory three seconds of nudity that can get cut on cable TV broadcast. Overall Grade: B- Next up is the Thomas Crown Affair, which came out in 1999. This is an interesting remake of a movie from the 1960s. Pierce Brosnan plays Thomas Crown, a billionaire who has grown bored with his life, so he orchestrates the theft of a priceless Monet painting from the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. The heist goes off flawlessly and the museum's insurance company sends out investigator Catherine Banning (played by Renee Russo) to retrieve the painting and avoid a hundred million dollar insurance payout. Banning immediately intuits that Crown is the thief and sets about to find the painting. This investigation is complicated by the fact that Crown and Banning immediately develop a strong attraction and start an affair. It was interesting to watch since neither Crown nor Banning are particularly sympathetic characters. In 2026, the phrase "bored New York billionaire" has much more sinister connotations than it did in 1999 and Banning breaks all kinds of laws and sleeping with her target is not a particularly bright idea. That said, the opening heist was interesting and Crown's final gambit to return the painting was extremely clever and enjoyable to watch. So overall, I like the movie, but there's still way too much nudity. Cable broadcasts are probably like 10 minutes shorter than the actual runtime from cutting it all out. Overall Grade: B- Next up is Whiskey Galore, which came out in 2017 and this is a remake of the original Whiskey Galore from 1949. Honestly, this is exactly the same movie from 1949 that I watched in the Movie Review Roundup for Summer 2025, just updated with modern filmmaking techniques. If the movie makers in the '40s could have done it this way, they would have. Though I would recommend watching the 1949 one first and then the one from 2017. Overall Grade: B Next up is Super Mario Galaxy, which came out in 2026. And I have to admit, it felt a little strange to be the oldest person at the theater watching Super Mario Galaxy, but I've been playing Mario games since before any of these kids were born, so I think I had a right to be there. Anyway, I would say this movie is about 75% as good as the first one. It was a little overpacked and the plot wasn't quite as tight, but it's still fun to watch. The animation was excellent and I enjoyed all the callbacks to the various Mario games and since I haven't actually played all the Mario games (as a reminder, I played no console games of any kind between 1998 and 2019), I'm sure there were quite a few I missed. The plot is that Bowser Jr is coming to rescue his father, Bowser, who's been held captive since the end of the last movie. To power his doomsday weapon, Junior kidnaps Princess Rosalina and Princess Peach goes to rescue her while Mario, Luigi, and Yoshi stay to protect the Mushroom Kingdom. Their separate subplots will end up crossing when Bowser Jr. invades the Mushroom Kingdom to get Bowser. Glen Powell was an excellent choice to voice Fox McCloud. I'd say if you could imagine a movie that the audience would enjoy and the critics would hate, you'd end up with Super Mario Galaxy. Since that appears to be what happened to the tune of $970 million, it appears that metaphor was accurate. Also, to be less glib, "movies you can take your kids to" do serve a valuable social function (in my opinion). Overall Grade: B Next up is the Rise and Fall of Reggie Dinkins, which came out in 2026. This was a comedy with a fun premise. Reggie Dinkins (played by Tracy Morgan) was an elite NFL player who got bounced out of the league for placing bets on himself. Years later, he teams up with an indie filmmaker named Arthur Tobin (played by Daniel Radcliffe), to make a documentary to rehabilitate his image. However, Tobin has his own issues. He has an Oscar, but after the Oscar, he got hired to direct a Marvel movie and cracked under the pressure. He and Reggie have to go on a journey to recover their reputations. I thought this was a pretty funny sitcom. Tracy Morgan is a comedic natural, but Daniel Radcliffe turned out to be an excellent comedic actor as well. He was great in that Weird Al biopic a few years ago and he's very funny in this. Craig Robinson was also great as Jerry Basmati, Reggie's sleazy nemesis. Overall Grade: B+ Next up is The Mandalorian and Grogu, which came out in 2026. I enjoyed this. It was like three pretty good episodes of The Mandalorian show put together. The end result was an adventure movie that kind of reminded me of the best of 1980s fantasy and sci-fi movies with a lot of creature work and a lot of action scenes. For an extended stretch of the movie, Grogu takes over as the primary protagonist, and given that Grogu is a very expensive puppet, that's an impressive feat. The plot picks up from the end of The Mandalorian show. The Mandalorian and his adopted son Grogu are now working for the New Republic, helping to hunt down Imperial warlords. Mando gets assigned to hunt down in a mysterious Imperial warlord named Commander Coin, but the only people who have information on Coin's location are the Twins, a pair of Hutt crime lords and relatives of Jabba the Hutt from Return of the Jedi. The Twins are willing to give up Coin's location if Mando does a job for them, but as Han Solo could have warned Mando, working for the Hutts is not a good idea. I was surprised that the reviews for this movie were as mixed as they were, but I suspect that's a combination of three social factors: Number one, cumulative ill will towards Disney as a corporation, which has done numerous sketchy things in the 2020s. I think something similar happened with Microsoft and Starfield. Number two, the lingering bad aftertaste of the sequel trilogy and number three, the tendency of the hardcore Star Wars fandom to chronically overthink things. Overall Grade: B+ Next up is the animated Hobbit, which came out in 1977. Peter Jackson's Hobbit Trilogy from the 2010 famously stretched The Hobbit across three movies, which really didn't work and added a bunch of epic battle scenes, which was totally off for what was essentially a children's book. The animated 1977 version of The Hobbit, by contrast, went in a different direction, neatly adapting it down to 70 minutes or so, presumably because animation is very expensive. At the time, this got mixed reviews, but looking back nearly 50 years later, I think we can appreciate it more because of the sheer amount of work that goes into hand-drawn animation. Like computer-based animation is unquestionably a lot of work as well, but hand-drawn animation is on something of a higher level in terms of difficulty, in my opinion. That said, I think this adaptation did a better job of compressing the story down than the animated Lord of the Rings movie I mentioned earlier in this episode. There's also a lot of 1970s style folk singing-like a LOT. I suspect J.R.R. Tolkien would have hated every single adaptation ever made of any of his works (with perhaps the exception of the audiobooks), but he would have approved of the number of songs and poetry in this. Though it was amusing that the high elves in this movie sing in a '70s folk music style. It would be humorous if in the Silmarillion, Earnedil the Mariner had finally crossed the Sundering Seas to reach Valinor and appeal the aid of the Valar against Morgoth and his hordes, only to hear '70 style folk music echoing across the shining hills of the Undying Lands. Anyway, it's definitely worth watching this if you like The Hobbit or old style animation. Overall Grade: A- Next up is House of David Season 2, which came out in 2026. I wrestled with what grade to give this because it used a lot of AI for the big battle scene in episode one and as long time readers and listeners know, I do not generally approve of LLM generated slop. Ironically, I think episode one, the big battle sequence with all the AI, was definitely the weakest point of the entire second season. Everything else was better. That said, all the character drama and interactions and acting were really good, which amusingly shows that while LLM stuff can generate blurry scenes of mounted soldiers charging at night, the real human emotion comes from, well, real human emotion. Anyway, this picks right up from the end of Season 1, right after David kills Goliath, which means it takes place during most of the events with the third quarter of the book of 1 Samuel from the Bible. David becomes one of the chief commanders of King Saul, but David is secretly the anointed king of Israel. Saul's deteriorating mental state becomes threatening to David while Saul's children scheme for position (with the exception of Jonathan, who has accepted that God has chosen David as the next king of Israel) and the Philistines prepare for war against Israel. It is interesting how the show alternates between leaning into the Grimdark aspects of life in the late Bronze Age and early Iron Age and avoiding them. Like, constant warfare was a fact of life for a Mesopotamian king around 1000 BC. But the show also shows David as having passionate romantic love for Saul's daughter Michal and in the Bible, David ended up with at least eight wives that we know about (there were likely others) and an unnamed number of concubines. So late Bronze Age/early Iron Age monarchs were not likely to have been in the grips of fervent romantic love. Though based on the Psalms he wrote, David seems to have been a man who definitely was in touch with his emotions and quite possibly he would have passionately loved multiple women at the same time. Anyway, I enjoyed the show. While I am not an expert, I probably have a higher than average level of Old Testament knowledge. So when the show expanded on something from 1 Samuel (such as the role of Doeg, the murderous Edomite shepherd), I could see where they were coming from. Or the subplot where Jonathan falls in love with an Israelite woman since in the Bible, David took care of Jonathan's son, Mephibosheth, logically, Jonathan had a wife at some point. Related to that as Saul continues his descent, in a moment of rage in 1 Samuel, he calls Jonathan "the son of a perverse and rebellious woman" and the show has a subplot explaining how Saul came to see Queen Ahinoam as a "perverse and rebellious woman". So I enjoyed this and will definitely watch Season 3 when it comes along. That said, the opening battle with the AI generated battle scenes is still definitely the weakest part of the series, though. Overall Grade: A- Next up is Maul: Shadow Lord, which came out in 2026. And in my opinion, this was pretty good. I think he could call the plot Sith Noir. Maul, desiring vengeance against the Emperor for all the pain he has endured, has decided to rebuild his criminal syndicate (previously destroyed in the Clone Wars) and use it to bring down the Empire. Meanwhile, Captain Lawson, a detective on a minor world, is trying to rebuild his relationship with his teenage son and keep his career afloat. This becomes tricky when a pair of fugitive Jedi fleeing from the Inquisitors turn up on their world. But in the younger of the two Jedi, Maul sees a potential apprentice for himself, one he could corrupt to the dark side. The animation has improved by quantum leaps and bounds since the days of the Clone War show. The lighting and the shadows are excellent. Maul looks spooky and a little uncanny. The lightsaber fights are quick and fluid. No spoilers, but the final episode is absolutely excellent. I also think one of the best things about the Star Wars animation shows is how Maul's character has evolved from simply the cool swordsmen at the end of The Phantom Menace to a sympathetic yet still evil warrior-philosopher, a tragic figure whose every effort always contains the seeds of its own downfall. Overall Grade: A Next up is Emma, which came out in 2020. This is an excellent adaptation of the Jane Austen's novel. Good performances, good cinematography, and it captures the essence of the novel quite well and it's probably a must for Austen fans to see. I don't really have anything negative to say about it, say that it has the three seconds of unnecessary nudity that can be cut in cable broadcasts. Ironically, and quite amusingly, that three seconds of nudity is quite literally the only thing this movie has in common with Airplane!. Overall Grade: A Next up is No Packers, No Life, which came out in 2025. This was a fun documentary about a group of Japanese Green Bay Packers fans. Obviously, there are fairly large cultural and linguistic divides between the United States and Japan, so American football is not hugely popular in Japan. However, the Green Bay Packers are the only community owned team in the NFL to this day and so they're quite a bit more sympathetic than one that's owned by a faceless billionaire. Anyway, an American businessman goes to Japan and stumbles across a Japanese man wearing a Packers jersey at a bar. From there, he learns of a small club called the Japanese Packers Cheering Team that gathered to watch Packers games. This businessman in question happened to be from Wisconsin, so he befriended the Japanese Packers Cheering Team and invited them to Green Bay for a game. The invitation snowballed and so the entire club and their families arrived to watch the game. Sports fandom really isn't one of my interests, so it's always interesting to look at it from the outside. That said, this was an enjoyable documentary about cross-cultural communication at its best. Overall Grade: A Let's close out this episode with my favorite thing I saw in spring 2026, which was Project Hail Mary, which came out in 2026. This is another "science man solves space problem that saves the day with math and science", type science fiction adventure like The Martian, though some new twists on the formula. Dr. Ryland Grace wakes up alone on a spaceship with all the other crew dead and no memory of how he got there. Gradually, he partially remembers and works out that he is part of Project Hail Mary, a last ditch effort to stop Earth's sun from dimming due to an extremophile organism called the Astrophage. Only one other star in Earth's stellar neighborhood was showing no signs of Astrophage infection, so Grace's ship was sent there on a suicide mission to try and recover some means of defeating the Astrophage. While there, he encounters an alien ship with a sole survivor and he slowly works out how to communicate with the alien, who he dubs Rocky. It turns out Rocky's people sent him there on a mission to solve the Astrophage problem as well and together Grace and Rocky try to work out how to save their respective home worlds. Quite enjoyable and worth seeing. At the time I typed this in March of 2026, it was the highest-grossing movie of 2026 and I think it deserved that, though it did eventually get overtaken by Super Mario Galaxy. Overall Grade: A I suppose that was an eclectic range of movies, wasn't it? Interestingly, I actually saw three of them in theaters: Project Hail Mary, Super Mario Galaxy, and The Mandalorian and Grogu, so I went to the theater three times in three months. I think that's the most I've been to the movie theater in a single year in the entirety of the 2020s. So that is it for this week. Thank you for listening to The Pulp Writer Show. I hope you found the show interesting. A reminder that you can listen to all the back episodes at https://thepulpwritershow.com. If you enjoyed the podcast, please leave a review on your podcasting platform of choice. Stay safe and stay healthy and we'll see you all next week.  

Podtrash
Podtrash 821 – Project Kill

Podtrash

Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2026 68:01


Horror! Medo! Desespero! Shirley! No episódio de hoje encaramos Project Kill, uma pérola perdida dos anos 70 onde Leslie Nielsen resolve abandonar qualquer traço de comédia para distribuir tiro, porrada e trauma psicológico em plena selva filipina. Tem agente secreto aposentado, lavagem cerebral, hippies armados, terrorismo internacional e um elenco que claramente topou qualquer coisa […]

Dennis Prager podcasts
How Airplane! Became a Comedy Legend

Dennis Prager podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 38:02 Transcription Available


In this special episode of Timeless Wisdom, Dennis Prager celebrates the 30th anniversary of the classic comedy film Airplane. Joining him are the film's creators, the Zucker brothers and Jim Abrams, who share stories behind the making of this iconic movie. From its humble beginnings as a parody of a 1957 melodrama to its enduring popularity, the trio discusses how they managed to make people laugh for three decades. They also talk about the challenges they faced, including getting a PG rating and working with a star-studded cast, including Leslie Nielsen and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. Follow on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/timeless-wisdom-with-dennis-prager/id1517302239 Follow us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4SZEYeH4tuLr2FvG4ok1rl Learn more about Dennis Prager: https://pragertopia.com/ Follow Dennis on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DennisPrager Follow Dennis on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedennisprager/ Follow Dennis on X: https://x.com/DennisPrager Learn more about the Salem Podcast Network: https://salempodcastnetwork.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

What Do You Wanna Watch?
Scary Movie 4 (2006) | The Road to Scary Movie

What Do You Wanna Watch?

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 13:27


Join us on The Road to Scary Movie as we look back at each film in the parody series before it returns to make fun of all your favourite horror films again. On this episode, Ashley and Dylan discuss the fourth film in the series, Scary Movie 4. Listen as they give their thoughts on the film, share their favourite jokes and go over all the different references in the movie. Scary Movie 4 (2006) Directed by: David Zucker Screenplay by: Craig Mazin, Pat Proft, Jim Abrahams Story by: Craig Mazin Starring: Anna Faris, Regina Hall, Craig Bierko, Bill Pullman, Anthony Anderson, Carmen Electra, Chris Elliott, Kevin Hart, Cloris Leachman, Michael Madsen, Dr. Phil McGraw, Leslie Nielsen, Shaquille O'Neal, Molly Shannon. Hosts: Ashley Hobley: https://bsky.app/profile/ashleyhobley.bsky.social  Dylan Blight: https://bsky.app/profile/dylan.explosionnetwork.com  Follow our Trakt: Ashley - https://trakt.tv/users/ashleyhobley  Dylan - https://trakt.tv/users/vivaladil  All Episodes: https://wdyww.podbean.com  Support Us: https://explosionnetwork.com/support  

Podzilla 1985
Extras & Epilogues - Dracula Dead and Loving It

Podzilla 1985

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 86:45


Mel Brooks has been delighting us all month! However, a dark cloud looms over the podcast in the form of Leslie Nielsen as a bat! Is it as bad as everyone says, or are they spittin' false Moldavian? 

Nerdtropolis
ROBERT HAYS: Airplane!, Iron Man & Homeward Bound

Nerdtropolis

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2026 39:36


Robert Hays joins Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights to talk about Airplane!, the classic comedy that made him a household name as Ted Striker and remains one of the most quotable movies ever made. In this conversation, Hays looks back on the film's wild legacy, working with Leslie Nielsen, Peter Graves, Lloyd Bridges and Julie Hagerty, and why Airplane! still makes audiences laugh 45 years later.Hays also opens up about the Airplane! Live tour, reuniting with Julie Hagerty, the behind-the-scenes moments that shaped the movie, and why Airplane 3 never happened. He also reflects on his career beyond the cockpit, including Homeward Bound, Starman, Angie and voicing Tony Stark/Iron Man before the Marvel Cinematic Universe became a global phenomenon.Airplane! Live gives fans the chance to watch the iconic comedy on the big screen and hear behind-the-scenes stories from Robert Hays and Julie Hagerty: https://www.airplanelivetour.com/Visit Nerdtropolis.comFacebook.com/nerdtropolisInstagram.com/nerdtropolisTwitter.com/nerdtropolisTikTok.com/@nerdtropolis

What Do You Wanna Watch?
Scary Movie 3 (2003) | The Road to Scary Movie

What Do You Wanna Watch?

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2026 21:54


Join us on The Road to Scary Movie as we look back at each film in the parody series before it returns to make fun of all your favourite horror films again. On this episode, Ashley and Dylan discuss the third film in the series, Scary Movie 3. Listen as they give their thoughts on the film, share their favourite jokes and go over all the different references in the movie. Scary Movie 3 (2003) Directed by:  David Zucker Written by: Craig Mazin, Pat Proft Starring: Anna Faris, Anthony Anderson, Kevin Hart, Leslie Nielsen, Camryn Manheim, Simon Rex, George Carlin, Queen Latifah, Eddie Griffin, Denise Richards, Regina Hall, Charlie Sheen Hosts: Ashley Hobley: https://bsky.app/profile/ashleyhobley.bsky.social  Dylan Blight: https://bsky.app/profile/dylan.explosionnetwork.com  Follow our Trakt: Ashley - https://trakt.tv/users/ashleyhobley  Dylan - https://trakt.tv/users/vivaladil  All Episodes: https://wdyww.podbean.com/ Support Us: https://explosionnetwork.com/support 

The SDR Show (Sex, Drugs, & Rock-n-Roll Show) w/Ralph Sutton & Big Jay Oakerson
David Zucker (Filmmaker) - Sharp Stick In The Eye

The SDR Show (Sex, Drugs, & Rock-n-Roll Show) w/Ralph Sutton & Big Jay Oakerson

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 56:54


David Zucker joins The SDR Show with Ralph Sutton and Aaron Berg to discuss creating Airplane!, the truth behind some of the film's biggest myths, working with John Landis and Leslie Nielsen, OJ Simpson stories, an abandoned pilot with Steve Carell, why Seth MacFarlane refused to meet with him, his book Surely You Can't Be Serious: The True Story of Airplane!, the new movies he's currently working on, David Zucker's first concert, first drug and first sexual experience and so much more! Air Date: 05/06/26To advertise your product or service on GaS Digital podcasts please go to TheADSide.com and click on "Advertisers" for more information!You can watch The SDR Show LIVE for FREE every Wednesday and Saturday at 9pm ET at GaSDigitalNetwork.com/LIVEOnce you're there you can sign up at GaSDigitalNetwork.com with promo code: SDR for discount on your subscription which will give you access to every SDR show ever recorded! On top of that you'll also have the same access to ALL the shows that GaS Digital Network has to offer!Follow the whole show on social media!David ZuckerTwitter: https://twitter.com/TheDavidZuckerInstagram: https://instagram.com/TheDavidZuckerAaron BergTwitter: https://twitter.com/aaronbergcomedyInstagram: https://instagram.com/aaronbergcomedyRalph SuttonTwitter: https://twitter.com/iamralphsuttonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamralphsutton/Shannon LeeTwitter: https://twitter.com/IMShannonLeeInstagram: https://instagram.com/ShannonLee6982The SDR ShowTwitter: https://twitter.com/theSDRshowSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Midnight Drive-In
Dracula: Dead And Loving It & What We Do In The Shadows

Midnight Drive-In

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2026 120:00 Transcription Available


Two vampire comedies this week. First up, Mel Brooks and Leslie Nielsen team up to bring the Dracula story to life in a hilarious way in DRACULA: DEAD AND LOVING IT. Then, we see a documentary on how vampires really live in New Zealand in WHAT WE DO IN THE SHADOWS.

Trailer Geeks and Teaser Gods
Benj Thall: From Child Actor to Editor, Creative Director, Screenwriter

Trailer Geeks and Teaser Gods

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2026 87:37


Before Benj Thall was cutting trailers at some of the most influential shops in the business, he was a working child actor starring in Disney's Homeward Bound films alongside legends like Leslie Nielsen and Ned Beatty. That early life on film sets didn't just give him screen credits — it gave him a love for every corner of the craft that eventually led him behind the camera, through film school at USC, and into the edit bay. In this episode, Corey and Benj trace a career that spans Global Doghouse, Harley's House/Ignition, Mojo, and Monster, and dig into what it means to carry a trailer editor's sensibility into feature film cutting. Benj also shares the story behind Monument, the political thriller starring Jon Voight and Joe Mazzello that he edited — a deeply personal project that connects his love of storytelling, his actor's instincts, and his late father's memory. Key Takeaways The edit bay as classroom. Benj's early days at Global Doghouse meant literally knocking on Kevin Childress or Doug Brandt's door to make dubs — and using every excuse to watch them cut. Proximity to great editors, not formal training, was the real education. Emotional truth is the through line. Whether cutting a two-minute trailer or a two-hour feature, Benj is always hunting the same thing: the moment an audience doesn't know what comes next. That instinct, sharpened over decades of trailer work, is exactly what he argues trailer editors bring to features that classically trained film editors often don't. Shops shape artists. Global Doghouse and Harley's House weren't just workplaces — they were creative environments that challenged editors to push against convention. Benj credits the culture at both shops, as much as any individual mentor, for forming his aesthetic. Knowing when you're too close. On Monument, Benj cut his own trailer for the film he edited — then pressed the producers to bring in a second editor because he recognized he was too close to the material. That kind of self-awareness is rare, and he makes the case for why it matters. Trailer skills are transferable — and increasingly valued. From working with stems and sculpting music in the rough cut to getting creative out of under-covered scenes, Benj sees a real and growing appetite for trailer editors in feature post. The hustle is different, but the toolkit is more relevant than ever. Standout Quotes "It's gotta be those quick moments of emotional impact for me." "Different parts of a movie are gonna speak differently to everyone. You're looking for those universal moments that speak to all of our humanity." "I've fallen in love with cutting features. If you've got a two-actor scene, the third actor is the editor." "I pressed the production — we need to get another look. I am too close to the material." "To probably my financial detriment, I've never been locked down. But for a creative, it's about staying open to opportunities that might come." Connect Benj Thall — www.benjthalldirector.com MONUMENT, the movie — www.monument.film Corey Nathan — @coreysnathan on all platforms Sponsors Meza Wealth Management — mezawealth.com The Golden Trailer Awards — goldentrailer.com Join the Community Like what you hear? Leave us a rating and review! Connect with Corey on all platforms @coreysnathan Subscribe for new episodes every week and keep up with the world's best trailer creatives! Enjoying the show? Rate and review wherever you get your podcasts. It really does help people find us. Now go do some inspired work.

Place to Be Nation POP
Movie Review Of The Day #64 - "Airplane!"

Place to Be Nation POP

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2026 12:45


Welcome to PTBN Pop's Movie Review of The Day! Every weekday we will be reviewing a movie whether it be currently in theaters, featured on streaming or just a film that we hold near and dear to us. With April Fool's Day this week, we're tickling our funny bones and covering classic comedies (pre-1990) this week. On today's episode, Andy Atherton is reviewing “Airplane!” from 1980 starring Robert Hays, Julie Hagerty, Leslie Nielsen, Peter Graves & Lloyd Bridges.

Luces en el Horizonte
REPOSEIDA - Luces en el Horizonte

Luces en el Horizonte

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2026 58:15


Denostada por unos, adorada por otros. El repaso a Reposeída, el humor absurdo de Leslie Nielsen y Linda Blair para reír con la parodia de El exorcista. Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

How Did This Get Made?
Surf Ninjas LIVE! w/ Nicole Byer, Rob Huebel, & Gil Ozeri (HDTGM Matinee)

How Did This Get Made?

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2026 75:17


All-star co-hosts Nicole Byer, Rob Huebel, and Gil Ozeri help Paul cover the 1993 Sega-financed comedy Surf Ninjas starring Leslie Nielsen, Ernie Reyes Jr., and Tone Lōc. LIVE from Largo in Los Angeles, they discuss the moto-surfing, old Rob Schneider playing a teenager, Leslie Nielsen's bulge, the "traditional ethnic song" Baba Ram, and so much more. Plus, a surprise guest provides some inside knowledge of the movie during the audience Q&A. Kwantsu dudes! (Ep. #157 Originally Released 03/03/2017) • Go to hdtgm.com for tour dates, merch, FAQs, and more• Have a Last Looks correction or omission? Call 619-PAULASK to leave us a voicemail!• Submit your Last Looks theme song to us here• Join the HDTGM conversation on Discord: discord.gg/hdtgm• Buy merch at howdidthisgetmade.dashery.com/• Order Paul's book about his childhood: Joyful Recollections of Trauma• Shop our new hat collection at podswag.com• Paul's Discord: discord.gg/paulscheer• Paul's YouTube page: youtube.com/paulscheer• Follow Paul on Letterboxd: letterboxd.com/paulscheer• Subscribe to Enter The Dark Web w/ Paul & Rob Huebel: youtube.com/@enterthedarkweb• Listen to Unspooled with Paul & Amy Nicholson: unspooledpodcast.com• Listen to The Deep Dive with June & Jessica St. Clair: thedeepdiveacademy.com/podcast• Instagram: @hdtgm, @paulscheer, & @junediane• Twitter: @hdtgm, @paulscheer, & msjunediane • Jason is not on social media• Episode transcripts available at how-did-this-get-made.simplecast.com/episodesGet access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using the link: siriusxm.com/hdtgm Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Film Seizure
Monster Mondays #377 - Forbidden Planet

Film Seizure

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2026 28:15


Monster Mondays takes to the stars to discuss the 1956 sci-fi classic starring Leslie Nielsen, Anne Francis, and one of the most recognizable robots in movie history in Forbidden Planet! Find new episodes of the Film Seizure Podcast every Wednesday and a new Monster Mondays each Monday at www.filmseizure.com Like what we do? Buy us a coffee! www.ko-fi.com/filmseizure Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/filmseizure/ Follow us on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/filmseizure.bsky.social Follow us on Mastodon: https://universeodon.com/@filmseizure Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/filmseizure/ You can now find us on YouTube as well! The Film Seizure Channel can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/c/FilmSeizure

The Sports Brewery Podcast
TSB Goes To The Movies - The Naked Gun (2025)

The Sports Brewery Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2026 34:32


Braga, King, and Ski talk The Naked Gun. Seth MacFarlane was enlisted to revive a classic and enlisted Akiva Schaffer, Liam Neeson, and Pam Anderson to do it. It nails the tone of the originals, but is that a good thing? Can Neeson live up to Leslie Nielsen? Is it any good? Listen!

The Gen X Files
The Gen X Files 265 - Airplane!

The Gen X Files

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2026 96:46


For our second entry into All that ZAZ!, we're going to be covering the grandaddy of all spoof movies: Airplane! Based on Zero Hour, which was recorded by accident by ZAZ, it is one of the highest grossing and critically lauded comedies of all time. The brilliance of casting serious drama actors, like Peter Graves, Robert Stack, Lloyd Bridges, and Leslie Nielsen, not only changed their careers, but changed the landscape of comedy in Hollywood, forever.

Dads From the Crypt: A Tales From The Crypt Podcast
Steven Weber Talks Horror: Tales from the Crypt, The Shining, Mel Brook's Dracula, Masters of Horror

Dads From the Crypt: A Tales From The Crypt Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2026 59:35


Steven Weber joins Dads From The Crypt to talk about some of his most iconic roles in horror and comedy. Steven discusses starring in the Tales from the Crypt episode Mournin' Mess, playing Jack Torrance in the The Shining, and working with Dario Argento on the Masters of Horror episode Jennifer.We also dive into his experience working with comedy legends Mel Brooks and Leslie Nielsen on Dracula: Dead and Loving It, plus collaborating with Catherine O'Hara.Behind-the-scenes stories, horror history, and memories from some of the most beloved cult classics in film and television.Follow Dads From the Crypt! Threads: @dadsfromthecryptTikTok: Dads From The Crypt-TokInstagram: @dadsfromthecrypt Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DadsFromTheCrypt

Born To Watch - A Movie Podcast
2025: Hit, Sleeper, Dud

Born To Watch - A Movie Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 66:04


2025 Hit Sleeper Dud is here, and this year it's a solo pod.Whitey is on the road, the Academy Awards are looming, and the team is temporarily scattered, but the show must go on. So in true Born to Watch fashion, we break down the year in film the only way we know how, by calling it straight. The hits. The sleepers. The duds. No fence-sitting. No safe takes. Just movie love, movie rage, and a bit of chaos in between.First up, the HITS.Leading the charge is F1, starring the forever-sexy Brad Pitt. It's big, loud, formulaic and absolutely electric. Joseph Kosinski proves again he knows how to strap a camera inside a cockpit and make you feel every rev. Unreal cinema fun. That's what movies are supposed to be.Then comes Weapons, the horror surprise that had Whitey on edge from start to finish. Creepy premise, massive performances, and Amy Madigan absolutely crushing it. This one lingers.Stephen King's The Long Walk delivers bleak dystopia done right. Cooper Hoffman proves the talent runs in the bloodline, and Mark Hamill playing against type adds weight to a brutal premise.The Fantastic Four: First Steps lands better than expected, giving Marvel just enough oxygen to stay alive heading into Doomsday. Period setting, Galactus looming, and yes, Pedro Pascal everywhere.And yes, Jaws returning to cinemas for its 50th anniversary still rules the ocean. Some films do not age. They evolve.Now the SLEEPERS.Anaconda (2025) should not have worked. But it did. Jack Black, Paul Rudd, jungle chaos, midlife crisis energy. Low expectations. Big laughs.The Naked Gun reboot? Surprisingly hilarious. Liam Neeson leans into absurdity and Pamela Anderson brings the heat. It's not Leslie Nielsen, but it earns its laughs.Then Marvel's quiet comeback entry, Fantastic Four, sneaks in again as a sleeper-level win.Now the DUDS.Jurassic World Rebirth proves some DNA experiments should stay extinct.Superman should have soared. Instead, it stumbled. Strong casting, messy execution.And Captain America: Brave New World? Whitey turned it off. Enough said.Plus, we talk about the “meh” movies like Sinners and One Battle After Another, which were good but not great.Then we look forward. Spielberg. Nolan's The Odyssey. Michael. Masters of the Universe. Mandalorian and Grogu. Avengers Doomsday. Dune Messiah.Big year coming.JOIN THE CONVERSATIONWhat was YOUR 2025 Hit Sleeper Dud?Did Superman deserve better?Are we done with dinosaurs yet?Drop us a voicemail at https://www.borntowatch.com.au and be part of the show.Like. Subscribe. Share with your friends. Share with your enemies.Born to Watch. We don't take ourselves or the movies too seriously.#BornToWatch #MoviePodcast #2025Movies #FilmReview #HitSleeperDud #CinemaTalk #MovieDebate #Blockbusters #Marvel #FilmFans

It was a Thing on TV:  An Anthology on Forgotten Television

We're a little late to the 100th birthday celebration of Leslie Nielsen.  Surely, you'll forgive us.  (And don't call us Shirley.) After the success of Airplane!, its producers brought a show with similar humor to the small screen with Police Squad!  The show was not a success for several reasons, but it was loved so much that it spun off into four movies over the last 40 years.

Great Pop Culture Debate
Best "The Naked Gun" Movie Quote

Great Pop Culture Debate

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 53:33


“The Naked Gun” series of films premiered in 1988, a movie continuation of the flop TV show “Police Squad.” While the spoof of police procedurals didn't find an audience when it ran on ABC for just six episodes in 1982, the misadventures of Leslie Nielsen's Lieutenant Frank Drebin were a smash success on the big screen, leading to a trilogy in the late 20th Century, and a reboot film in 2025. The simultaneously stupid and brilliant scripts by director David Zucker, Jerry Zucker, and Jim Abrams, Pat Proft and others were loaded with zingers, absurdist cutaways, and sight gags that, nearly 40 years later, are largely unparalleled. So join the Great Pop Culture Debate for a special Patreon-sponsored episode as we attempt to determine the Best “Naked Gun” Movie Quote.For the warm-up to this episode, in which we discuss additional quotes from the “Naked Gun” series we love, become a Patreon supporter of the podcast today. EPISODE CREDITSHost: Eric RezsnyakPatreon Sponsor: Chad RezsnyakPanelist: Bob ErlenbackSpecial Guest: Todd RezsnyakEditor: Bob ErlenbackIntro/Outro Music: "Dance to My Tune" by Marc Torch#nakedgun #thenakedgun #frankdrebin #moviequotes #1980s #80smovies #comedy #comedymovies #slapstick #parody #bestquote #leslienielsen #nakedgunmovie #priscillapresleySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The World of Phil Hendrie
Episode #3705 The New Phil Hendrie Show

The World of Phil Hendrie

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026 21:48 Transcription Available


Ted Bell interviews a guy named Dick Steele about holding the line with speech. He's also got an uncle named Dong Steele and his father’s name is Tube Steak Steele. Also, flying tricycles.* At the time of producing, we were unaware of a character named “Dick Steele” portrayed by Leslie Nielsen in a detective film from the 90s. Nonetheless, we made the decision to continue with our fictitious “Dick Steele,” as our character was of a completely different storyline and characterization. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

IMMP
189: POLICE SQUAD (In Color)

IMMP

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2026 54:39


Our tribute to Leslie Nielsen concludes with the TV series that asked the question -- can the ZAZ comedy style work on television? Freeze! It's *POLICE SQUAD! *(In Color)

Thats Classic!
Gopher Tells All: Fred Grandy's Love Boat Stories and More!

Thats Classic!

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2026 93:11


Gopher Tells All: Fred Grandy's Love Boat Stories and More!"Fred Grandy—known to millions as Gopher—takes John Cato on a rich, and at times hysterical behind-the-scenes look at The Love Boat. He recounts his unexpected casting, early skepticism from executives (except Gavin MacLeod and Aaron Spelling), unforgettable adventures filming on cruise ships in China and Turkey and his near death burning mishap while shooting The Love Boat. From writing episodes for The Love Boat and working with legends like Don Ameche, Ethel Merman, and Ricardo Montalban, to hilarious pranks involving Leslie Nielsen's fart buzzer and a monkey brains story in Hong Kong, Fred shares it all. He also reflects on his friendship with the cast, the rise of the cruise industry because of The Love Boat, his son, Charlie's Hollywood writing career, and his emotional path from actor to Congressman. Thanks a bunch Fred!That's Classic! Merchandise: http://tee.pub/lic/2R57OwHl2tESubscribe for free to That's Classic YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBtpVKzLW389x6_nIVHpQcA?sub_confirmation=1Facebook: facebook.com/thatsclassictvHosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast.

IMMP
188: AIRPLANE!

IMMP

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2026 51:35


The IMMP celebration of Leslie Nielsen continues with one of the greatest career pivots in Hollywood history. The shift that launched ten thousand jokes (per movie), and brought the Zucker-Abrams-Zucker era of comedy into the mainstream It's 1980's AIRPLANE!

80's Flick Flashback
#154 - "The Naked Gun" (1988) with Ben Carpenter, Chris McMichen & Nicholas Pepin

80's Flick Flashback

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 60:46


In this episode of the 80's Flick Flashback Podcast, host Tim Williams and co-hosts Ben Carpenter, Chris McMichen, and Nicholas Pepin dive into the classic comedy film 'The Naked Gun.' They discuss their first impressions, memorable scenes, character analyses, and the film's impact on comedy. The conversation also touches on trivia, behind-the-scenes insights, and the film's rewatchability. The hosts share their thoughts on the reboot and reflect on the legacy of the film, highlighting its humor and iconic moments.Here are some additional behind-the-scenes trivia we were unable to cover in this episode:The device that compelled characters to accept commands to kill someone is similar to what the parasitic life forms in "Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan" did.Leslie Nielsen's line about shooting the Shakespeare in the Park performers is a close parody of a line Clint Eastwood said about shooting a rapist in "Dirty Harry".In 1988, The Naked Gun, Who Framed Roger Rabbit, and A Fish Called Wanda formed an accidental "steamroller trilogy." Despite their differences, all three classic comedies released that year feature a character getting flattened by a steamroller.Sources:Wikipedia, IMDBhttps://www.mentalfloss.com/article/71895/18-fun-facts-about-naked-gunhttps://www.watchmojo.com/articles/top-10-hilarious-facts-about-the-naked-gun-1988Some sections were composed by ChatGPTWe'd love to hear your thoughts on our podcast! You can share your feedback with us via email or social media.Website - https://www.80sflickflashback.com/TeePublic Store - https://www.teepublic.com/user/eighties-flick-flashbackBuy Me A Coffee - https://buymeacoffee.com/80sflickfbFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/80sflickflashbackpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/80sflickflashback/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@80sflickflashbackEmail - Info@80sFlickFlashback.com

Born To Watch - A Movie Podcast
Flying High (Airplane) (1980)

Born To Watch - A Movie Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 79:13


Comedy is the hardest genre to get right. Making people laugh once is tough; making them laugh for decades is almost impossible. Yet here we are in 2026, revisiting a film released in 1980 that still lands gags at a rate modern comedies can only dream of. This week on Born to Watch, Whitey and Gow tackle the undisputed benchmark of parody comedy in our Flying High (Airplane) Review, a movie that didn't just spoof disaster films; it rewired comedy forever.Known as Flying High here in Australia and Airplane! Everywhere else, this is the film that taught generations how powerful straight-faced absurdity can be. Serious actors, ridiculous situations, relentless visual gags and a script that fires jokes every few seconds without ever stopping to catch its breath. Watching it again now raises the big question: Does it still work in 2026?The short answer, absolutely.From the opening Jaws parody at the airport to the final moments on the runway, this film never lets up. There are jokes in the foreground, jokes in the background, jokes buried inside other jokes, and blink-and-you-miss-it moments that reward repeat viewings again and again. Whitey and Gow break down just how outrageous the gag density really is, and why that non-stop approach is exactly what modern comedies have lost.The cast is a huge part of what makes Flying High work so well. Robert Stack, Lloyd Bridges, Peter Graves and Leslie Nielsen all play it completely straight, refusing to wink at the audience even once. That contrast between deadly serious performances and utterly ridiculous dialogue is the secret sauce. Leslie Nielsen, in particular, launches what would become one of the great comedy second acts of all time, delivering lines like “Surely you can't be serious” with such conviction that it somehow makes them even funnier.Whitey and Gow also dig into the sheer insanity of the situations. A full hospital bed loaded onto a commercial flight. A child needing a heart transplant mid-air. Everyone eating the fish except the one person who doesn't get sick. A blow-up autopilot. A guitar smashing passengers in the head as it walks down the aisle. None of it makes sense, and none of it is supposed to.Overs and unders are discussed, with both hosts landing comfortably in the 35 to 40 watch range, a testament to just how embedded this movie is in their DNA. It's the kind of film that was always in rotation growing up, something the whole family could watch, quote and laugh at together. That shared comedy experience is something Whitey argues we no longer get.The episode also explores how Flying High set the template for everything that followed, from Naked Gun to Hot Shots and beyond, while also pointing out why so many parody films failed to replicate its magic. Awareness of what you are, commitment to the bit, and never stopping the joke train.Critical scores still back it up. A 7.7 on IMDb, 97% on Rotten Tomatoes, and a spot alongside absolute classics in movie history. Not bad for a film that proudly advertised itself as the winner of zero Academy Awards.This episode is packed with favourite scenes, forgotten gags, pop culture moments, questionable jokes that still somehow work, and plenty of Born to Watch side tangents along the way. If you love comedy, parody, or just laughing out loud at things you probably shouldn't, this is one episode you don't want to miss.JOIN THE CONVERSATIONIs Flying High the funniest comedy ever made?Which gag still kills you every time?Could a movie like this even get made today?Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or at BornToWatch.com.au#FlyingHigh #AirplaneMovie #BornToWatch #ComedyClassic #MoviePodcast #80sMovies #ParodyFilms #FilmReview #CultCinema #LaughOutLoud

CISO-Security Vendor Relationship Podcast
Imagine Scaling Mistakes 5x Faster. Thank You, Automation! (LIVE in NY)

CISO-Security Vendor Relationship Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 43:53


All links and images can be found on CISO Series. This week's episode is hosted by me, David Spark, producer of CISO Series and Matt Southworth, CISO, Priceline. Joining us is our sponsored guest, Leslie Nielsen, CISO, Mimecast. In this episode: Automating dysfunction Leading without dominating Unglamorous wins Code without comprehension Huge thanks to our sponsor, Mimecast. Cyber threats are getting smarter every day, and threat actors aren't just targeting your technology, they're targeting your most valuable asset - your people. Mimecast helps you identify and secure risk with a unified, intelligent platform that protects across the spectrum of threats; from email and chat to file sharing. Learn more at www.mimecast.com.

FilmSEEN Podcast
EP 71: Walter Krochmal: Executive Director, Bronx World Film

FilmSEEN Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 62:42


Actor, writer, translator, and founder of Bronx World Film Walter Krochmal joins me to talk about his incredible journey, from studying theater on a scholarship in New England, to performing, translating, and building one of New York's most quietly essential film organizations. We discuss how Bronx World Film was born in the basement of Cannes' Short Film Corner, the post World War II European idea of cinema as a tool for social reconstruction, and why Walter believes true festivals must serve both filmmakers and neighborhood audiences, not the cash grab mentality that's overtaken so many indie fests. In the final segment we dive into two unforgettable film moments: Fellini's LA STRADA, which he calls a paragon of empathy and craft, and the timeless comedy of THE NAKED GUN, where Leslie Nielsen's deadpan genius turns “Nice beaver” into a masterclass in visual timing. Films discussed: LA STRADA (1954) and THE NAKED GUN: FROM THE FILES OF POLICE SQUAD! (1988) Guest links: bronxworldfilm.org and Instagram @bronxworldfilm

IMMP
187: FORBIDDEN PLANET (1956)

IMMP

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2026 76:24


2026 at the IMMP kicks off with a celebration of the stalwart, always watchable Leslie Nielsen as we approach the 100th anniversary of his birth. And what better place to start than his role as Commander Adams of the United Planets in the classic and influential science fiction take on Shakespear's The Tempest: FORBIDDEN PLANET.

Rush To Reason
HR1 Oscar Bait or a Total Miss? Andy Peth Breaks Down This Week's Movies. 12-26-25

Rush To Reason

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2025 56:49


Friday means 5-Star Movie Reviews, and Andy Peth doesn't pull any punches. Joined by co-hosts Luke and Ashley, Andy dives deep into two very different films—asking the question every moviegoer wants answered: Is this worth my time? Andy opens with Marty Supreme, a performance-driven drama anchored by Timothée Chalamet. While Andy praises Chalamet's acting as elite—possibly among the year's best—he calls the film exhausting, overly long, and emotionally draining. His verdict? 2.5 stars overall, with a strong performance buried inside a movie many viewers may find frustrating or boring. Is great acting enough if you don't enjoy the story? Next up is Anaconda, a comedic adventure starring Paul Rudd and Jack Black. Andy appreciates the cast, the shorter runtime, and a handful of funny moments—but says the script, humor, and pacing fall short. His final score: 1.5 stars for quality, calling it watchable but forgettable. Which movie divides audiences the most? Which one sounds like a total miss—or a guilty curiosity? Andy breaks it down so you don't waste your movie night. Marty Supreme - Review begins at 17:39 * ⭐ Quality: ⭐⭐½ (Andy's personal take: ⭐½) *

Rush To Reason
HR2 Dumb, Smart, or Brilliant? Laugh Lines & Legends. The Comedies We Quote Forever. 12-26-25

Rush To Reason

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2025 54:33


Friday means 5-Star Movie Reviews, and Andy Peth doesn't pull any punches. Joined by co-hosts Luke and Ashley, Andy dives deep into two very different films—asking the question every moviegoer wants answered: Is this worth my time? Andy opens with Marty Supreme, a performance-driven drama anchored by Timothée Chalamet. While Andy praises Chalamet's acting as elite—possibly among the year's best—he calls the film exhausting, overly long, and emotionally draining. His verdict? 2.5 stars overall, with a strong performance buried inside a movie many viewers may find frustrating or boring. Is great acting enough if you don't enjoy the story? Next up is Anaconda, a comedic adventure starring Paul Rudd and Jack Black. Andy appreciates the cast, the shorter runtime, and a handful of funny moments—but says the script, humor, and pacing fall short. His final score: 1.5 stars for quality, calling it watchable but forgettable. Which movie divides audiences the most? Which one sounds like a total miss—or a guilty curiosity? Andy breaks it down so you don't waste your movie night. Marty Supreme - Review begins at 17:39 * ⭐ Quality: ⭐⭐½ (Andy's personal take: ⭐½) *

Mashley at the Movies
12 Days of Christmas: All I Want for Christmas

Mashley at the Movies

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 28:12


Half Price Horror
Repossessed (1990)

Half Price Horror

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2025 34:19


Look, we all knew it had to come to this eventually. A parody of 'The Exorcist' starring Linda Blair herself, opposite none other than Leslie Nielsen as the priest who exorcised her, with color commentary by pro wrestler and future Governor of Minnesota Jesse 'The Body' Ventura? How could anyone possibly resist? So yes, let's all see Linda Blair get 'Repossessed', as the Devil comes back for another round and tragedy becomes comedy becomes farce.

Thirty Twenty Ten
The Biggest Bomb, Spielberg's Revenge and Tarantino Goes West

Thirty Twenty Ten

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2025 161:13


Dec. 19-25: Leslie Nielsen is undead, Jean-Claude Van Damme goes into overtime, Lemmon and Matthau are even grumpier, Angela Bassett's lighting cars on fire, Beavis and Butthead ruin Christmas, Johnny Knoxville is an Olympian, Jim Carrey's on a crime spree, Bodhi and Utah return, Leonardo DiCaprio is very cold, Will Smith fights football, Jennifer Lawrence mops up, Will Ferrell is a good stepdad, Downton Abbey closes its doors, and Mr. Rogers meets his ultimate destiny. All that and more from 30, 20, and 10 years ago.

Dave & Chuck the Freak: Full Show
Friday, December 12th 2025 Dave & Chuck the Freak Full Show

Dave & Chuck the Freak: Full Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 197:15


Dave and Chuck the Freak talk about lentil tacos with vegan cheese, woman approached emailer and complimented her feet at Walmart, dad and son trapped in Everglades, man was hiding in trunk of Waymo, woman went into labor in Waymo, kid trapped in port-a-potty, Los Angeles cone king, Chuck’s digestive issues, update on UofM and Sharrone Moore, Joe Jonas seen taking 7 minutes to parallel park, Grindr’s year in review, Leslie Nielsen buried with fart machine, Dick Van Dyke countdown clock, Power Ball, old man fired gun at shopper, woman seen walking pantsless on sidewalk, big ladies get into chicken fight, man’s wife’s BF shot him, woman was deceptively recorded at gym, armpit porn on the rise, what spiked on your fetish list this year?, Jason made a man leak, Ask Dave & Chuck The Freak, he has crush on wife’s sister-in-law, buddy’s GF mad at him for leaving coke in car, wife gave expensive bottle of booze at holiday party, and more!

Dave & Chuck the Freak: Full Show
Friday, December 12th 2025 Dave & Chuck the Freak Full Show

Dave & Chuck the Freak: Full Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 197:15


Dave and Chuck the Freak talk about lentil tacos with vegan cheese, woman approached emailer and complimented her feet at Walmart, dad and son trapped in Everglades, man was hiding in trunk of Waymo, woman went into labor in Waymo, kid trapped in port-a-potty, Los Angeles cone king, Chuck's digestive issues, update on UofM and Sharrone Moore, Joe Jonas seen taking 7 minutes to parallel park, Grindr's year in review, Leslie Nielsen buried with fart machine, Dick Van Dyke countdown clock, Power Ball, old man fired gun at shopper, woman seen walking pantsless on sidewalk, big ladies get into chicken fight, man's wife's BF shot him, woman was deceptively recorded at gym, armpit porn on the rise, what spiked on your fetish list this year?, Jason made a man leak, Ask Dave & Chuck The Freak, he has crush on wife's sister-in-law, buddy's GF mad at him for leaving coke in car, wife gave expensive bottle of booze at holiday party, and more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Book 'em, Danno: An Old Hawaii Five-O Podcast

Five-O has to intervene to prevent some rich man justice in "We Hang Our Own" and then has to solve the murder of a man who wasn't who he seemed in "The Two-Faced Corpse". Leslie Nielsen and Abe Vigoda back-to-back. What's not to love?

It was a Thing on TV:  An Anthology on Forgotten Television

Health clubs and aerobics were all the rage in the early 80s, thanks to Jane Fonda and Richard Simmons.  Eventually, this trend was bound to hit scripted television.  It did, in comedic form with Leslie Nielsen playing a former health show host turned health club owner.  Alas, this show didn't pump up the viewership and its membership was cancelled after just 5 episodes.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast
15 YRS AGO LIVECASTS: Miz as WWE Champ so far, Juan Cena, Robert Roode's flat six years, Bryan's WWE future, 1995 look-back

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2025 156:54 Transcription Available


Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Nov. 26 and 29, 2010.On the Nov. 26, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops discussed with live callers last night's TNA Impact, the product being stale & irrelevant, the next young WWE star to hold a major title, Randy Orton heel turn?, Daniel Bryan's standing in WWE and going forward, The Miz's WWE Title win and whether it was the right move, Robert Roode staying flat over a six-year period, how to use veterans in TNA, and more. Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, more discussion of the QOTD on next young champ, including Del Rio and Morrison, Bobby Heenan, Nostalgia News & Notes, plus 20 years ago Torch Newsletter Flashback breaking down a poor time for wrestling in 1990s and big news of the day.Then on the Nov. 29, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers tonight's three-hour WWE Raw, predictions for who wins King of the Ring, WWE's business taking another hit with the October PPV buys announced, TNA Impact and the overall state of TNA, Miz's first night as WWE champion on Raw, the Juan Cena gimmick, whether Owen Hart and/or Eric Bischoff will be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame, Leslie Nielsen, and much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Narbos And Broomheads: A Degrassi Podcast
SPECIAL RETRO TV SERIES Episode 8: The Littlest Hobo Goes Shopping

Narbos And Broomheads: A Degrassi Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2025 63:17


Let's do another Littlest Hobo episode! This one features Leslie Nielsen as a special guest!We're available on all of the standard podcasting platforms and can also be streamed on Spotify. Please give us a follow on Twitter NarbosPodcast or on Instagram and Tiktok @NarbosAndBroomheadsPodcast, and if you want to watch along, please send your comments to Narbosandbroomheads@gmail.com and we'll make sure to share them on future episodes. Youcan also join our Narbos And Broomheads Facebook group for information on live episodes being broadcast in the future. If you like the show, please shoot us a 5 star rating on iTunes, and tell all of your Degrassi loving friends!

444
Borízű hang #246: Eddig, és tovább! – a borizuhang.hu Országos Kamupárt-klaszter megalakítására szólít fel az elhaló magyar jogállamban [rövid verzió]

444

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2025 51:51


Az előfizetők (de csak a Belső kör és Közösség csomagok tulajdonosai!) már szombat hajnalban hozzájutnak legfrissebb epizódunk teljes verziójához. A hétfőn publikált, ingyen meghallgatható verzió tíz perccel rövidebb. Itt írtunk arról, hogy tudod meghallgatni a teljes adást. ByeAlexet kipécézték, Orbán kínaiban, nyugdíj helyett Himars, felszólalás a szaunázóbűnözés ügyében, kamupárt-spektrum és -klaszter, utolsó elsőzők, egy kupica Salmiakki, csak az íze kedvéért, szmog. Ja, és lesz élő! (De Orbán gépén ki a Leslie Nielsen?)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NEOZAZ
The Naked Gun Minute – Episode 73 – Exactly How Many Balls Does Leslie Nielsen Have?

NEOZAZ

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 7:59


Frank tries to delay the top of the 7th inning, to humorous effect.

30something Movie Podcast
612: "This Town Needs An Enema!" | Dracula: Dead and Loving It (1995)

30something Movie Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 66:33


Dracula: Dead and Loving It (1995) — Mel Brooks sinks his teeth into gothic comedy with Leslie Nielsen as the most bumbling Count ever to grace the silver screen. We're breaking down the slapstick, the satire, and the surprisingly gorgeous production design in this often-overlooked spoof. From rubber bats to ballroom bites, we ask the ultimate question: does Brooks' final parody still have life after dark?

Kill By Kill
Creepshow vol. 3 redux (w/ Patrick H. Willems)

Kill By Kill

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2025 64:10


The tide is high, but we are holding on as we revisit this classic episode discussing CREEPSHOW's Something To Tide You Over segment with filmmaker, YouTuber, and Returning Champion, Patrick H. Willems!! Along the way, we discuss the artistic merits of fart machines, consider AV snobbery, formulate some sand burial escape plans, fawn over Leslie Nielsen, and discover our secret connection to Ted Danson and the BJ & the Bear Universe! All this, plus as we expand Choose Your Own Deathventure to include near Creepshow-like deaths we encounter in real life, and we finally outline Patrick (Hamilton's) policy on getting naked in front of house plants! It's a very revealing episode of Kill By Kill you've got to soak up immediately!! Watch Patrick Willems fantastic YouTube Channel here!! Part of the BLEAV Network.Get even more episodes exclusively on Patreon! Artwork by Josh Hollis: joshhollis.com Kill By Kill theme by Revenge Body. For the full-length version and more great music, head to revengebodymemphis.bandcamp.com today! Our linker.ee Click here to visit our Dashery/TeePublic shop for killer merch! Join the conversation about any episode on the Facebook Group! Follow us on IG @killbykillpodcast!! Join us on Threads or even Bluesky Check out Gena's newsletter on Ghost!! Check out the films we've covered & what might come soon on Letterboxd! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Back To The Blockbuster
Episode 256 - BTTB Presents: Tales of Horror - “Prom Night” (1980)

Back To The Blockbuster

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 118:43


Dive into the chilling world of “Prom Night” (1980), a quintessential slasher that still clings to the psyche with every creak of a gymnasium floor and every whispered rumor of a killer in the halls. In this episode, we unpack how director Paul Lynch crafts suspense through tight pacing, moody lighting, and a creeping sense of inevitability. We explore standout performances by Jamie Lee Curtis and Leslie Nielsen, and how the film balances teen drama with grisly murder. Join us as we trace the threads of Casey Stevens, Eddie Benton, Mary Beth Rubens, Michael Tough, Anne-Marie Martin, and Joy Thompson, uncovering the masked terror that stalks a group of high school friends on prom night. We discuss iconic scenes, the film's influence on the late-70s/early-80s slasher boom, and what makes “Prom Night” endure as a late-night fright favorite. Joining in for this discussion of slasher movie terror is Dustin Rybka, the newest member of the Back To The Blockbuster team as one of the co-hosts of the soon to be released spin-off, The Movie Vault! Whether you're a longtime devotee or a horror-curious newcomer, prepare to relive the fear and the fascination of a night you'll never forget."Links For Guests: Dustin RybkaWhere To Watch Prom Night (1980)

The Rewatchables
‘Airplane!' With Bill Simmons and Bill Hader

The Rewatchables

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2025 99:42


Looks like we picked the wrong week to quit rewatching movies. The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by actor, writer, and director Bill Hader to revisit an all time comedy classic, ‘Airplane!' starring Robert Hays, Julie Hagerty, Leslie Nielsen, and Robert Stack. Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Chia Hao Tat, and Ronak Nair Chad Powers - Series Premieres Sept. 30 on Hulu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal Podcast
All Aboard "The Love Boat" w/ Jim Colucci, Murray Hill and Jill Whelan

Gilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 93:07


To celebrate one of the most popular shows in television history, ABC's "The Love Boat," Frank sits down with author and historian Jim Colucci ("Love Boat Forever: An Unauthorized Tour of the Lido Deck"), actor-comedian Murray Hill ("Somebody Somewhere") and Vicki Stubing herself, actress Jill Whelan, for a lighthearted (and revealing!) conversation about the long-running romantic comedy-drama. In this episode, the panel discusses the generosity of Aaron Spelling, the innocence (and absurdity) of the show's storylines, the gallery of legendary guest stars and the series' lasting impact on popular culture. Also, Murray teams with Arnold Schwarzenegger, Jill remembers Leslie Nielsen (and "Airplane!"), Jim shares a special moment with Ricky Martin and Frank shares a very special Jack Jones duet. PLUS: Remembering Ernie Anderson! Jill hangs with Andy Warhol! Debbie Reynolds works blue! Carol Channing eats a Twinkie! And "The Love Boat" inspires the "Amazing Colossal Podcast"!  Subscribe now on  Apple ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-for-all-ages-with-frank-santopadre/id1824012922⁠⁠⁠⁠ Spotify ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/18EQJNDwlYMUSh2uXD6Mu6?si=97966f6f8c474bc9⁠⁠⁠⁠ Amazon ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/13b5ed88-d28d-4f0c-a65e-8b32eecd80f6/fun-for-all-ages-with-frank-santopadre⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgvlbF41NLLPvsrcZ9XIsYKkH_HvUXHSG⁠⁠⁠⁠ iHeart ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-fun-for-all-ages-with-fran-283612643/⁠⁠⁠⁠ TuneIn ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://tun.in/pxOWO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Maximum Film!
Episode #414: 'The Naked Gun' (2025) with Dan McCoy

Maximum Film!

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 64:03


THE FLOP HOUSE's Dan McCoy joins us to consider the power of taking stupidity very seriously. Then, a dishy movie quiz about on-set meetings that led to off-set romances.What's GoodAlonso- Mark Rappaport, Book of DreamsDrea - Midwest trip, “Schumers,” and great chip flavorsDan - Joel Coen and Ethan Coen, Collected Screenplays 1Kevin - Trip to Lake ArrowheadITIDICMARRIAGE STORY Fight Scene Being Used to Scare Off WolvesLas Vegas Sphere's Manipulation of The Wizard of Oz Raises QuestionsOriginal Star Wars Will Return to Cinemas for Its 50th Anniversary in 2027On-Screen/Off Screen Romances Letterboxd listPamela Anderson in the Criterion ClosetStaff PicksAlonso - Billy Joel: And So It GoesDrea - Sorry, BabyDan - TogetherKevin - The Incredible Mr Limpet Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

Bald Move TV
The Naked Gun (2025)

Bald Move TV

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 19:27


Well, they went and rebooted The Naked Gun franchise with everyone' s favorite aging action star, Liam Neeson. Does it work as well as the Leslie Nielsen vehicle or do all the Liams, Leslies, Nielsens and Neesens just confuse you? Find out what we think with our review of The Naked Gun. 00:00 Spoiler-Free review 13:18 New trailers Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts! Join the discussion:  Email | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us: Twitch | YouTube | Twitter  |  Instagram  |  Facebook Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crime in Sports
#456 - Don't Talk About My Mother - Evel Knievel - Part 8

Crime in Sports

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 155:36


This week, Evel is again considering retirement, but not before he does a huge, primetime tv jump, that he hopes will allow him to make even more money. He needs that money, because he also gets really into yachts, and yacht decor. He stars in a movie about himself. He is also sued by just about everyone, and is arrested for a brutal baseball bat attack on movie executive, that dared mention the existence of Evel's mother, in a tell all book!!Start to tone down your jumps, because getting injured hurts your golf game, star in a movie, even though you can't act, and attempt to murder a man, in front of dozens of witnesses with Evel Knievel - Part 8!!Check us out, every Tuesday!We will continue to bring you the biggest idiots in sports history!! Hosted by James Pietragallo & Jimmie Whisman Donate at... patreon.com/crimeinsports or with paypal.com using our email: crimeinsports@gmail.com Get all the CIS & STM merch at crimeinsports.threadless.com Go to shutupandgivememurder.com for all things CIS & STM!! Contact us on... twitter.com/crimeinsports crimeinsports@gmail.com facebook.com/Crimeinsports instagram.com/smalltownmurderSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.