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O Canada! For the first time in The Big Picture's history, we visited Toronto for a very special live show at the TIFF Lightbox. They open the show with some movie trivia about Canadian film, Christopher Nolan, and much more, before being joined by a wandering man named Chris searching for his girlfriend “Brie”. Then, they are joined by filmmaker Matt Johnson to discuss the current state of the Canadian film industry and answer what makes a movie Canadian. Finally, they are joined by mean pod guy Adam Nayman to draft some of their favorite “Canadian movies” across some very loose categories. (0:00) Intro (1:29) Movie trivia (17:28) What makes a movie Canadian with Matt Johnson (36:18) Adam Nayman joins the show! (44:26) The Canadian Movie Draft (1:43:35) Honorable mentions and draft recap Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins Guests: Matt Johnson, Adam Nayman, and Chris Ryan Producers: Jack Sanders, Elizabeth Fierman, and Helen Eichner Production Support: Lucas Cavanagh A State Farm agent can help you choose the coverage you need. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.®️ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt Johnson directed the films BlackBerry and the DIY comedy Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie—now he's taking on Anthony Bourdain. His new film Tony, out in August from A24, skips the traditional biopic format entirely, compressing three formative Provincetown summers described in Kitchen Confidential into one transformative season for a 19-year-old, pre-fame Bourdain. Johnson joins us to talk about adapting a book everyone already loves, directing Dominic Sessa away from doing an impression, and his love for the Canadian rock band Sloan.  And before that, Matt shares some recent restaurant visits, including stops at Thai Diner, Keens, and Goosefeather.  Check out Matt on the podcast Put It In My Mouth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hello, and welcome to another episode of The Cutting Room Floor! Join me, myself, and my ADHD as I share my opinions, fun facts, and rating for The Dirties (2013) directed by Matt Johnson.If you'd like to hear more of me and my insanity, you can find me at Frightmares Podcast on all social media platforms and your favorite podcast streaming service.Be sure to check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/shamelistpictureshow linktr.ee/frightmarespodcast https://www.someonesfavoriteproductions.com/networkEdited by: Austin ProctorProduced and Hosted by: Austin ProctorTheme Music by: Austin Proctor

Moviewallas: Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass & Tony This week on Moviewallas, Joe, Rashmi, and Yazdi review two very different films. First up is Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass, a wildly absurd comedy packed with rapid-fire jokes, celebrity cameos, fourth-wall breaks, and a surprising amount of sweetness. Then the team turns to Tony, Matt Johnson's moving portrait of the formative summer that set a young Anthony Bourdain on the path toward kitchens, writing, and the life that would eventually make him famous. Before the reviews, the hosts return to “I Can't Find Anything to Watch…” with three streaming recommendations: the heartfelt science-fiction adventure The Adam Project, the brutal medieval thriller Pilgrimage, and Ridley Scott's inventive historical drama The Last Duel. Streaming Picks The Adam Project – Netflix Rashmi recommends this warm and unexpectedly emotional science-fiction adventure starring Ryan Reynolds. Beneath the time-travel premise is a sweet story about family, regret, and second chances. Pilgrimage – Hulu Yazdi revisits this beautifully shot medieval action drama starring Tom Holland and Jon Bernthal. A novice monk and a mysterious former crusader must transport a sacred relic through dangerous territory. The Last Duel – Hulu Joe recommends Ridley Scott's powerful historical drama starring Matt Damon, Adam Driver, Jodie Comer, and Ben Affleck. Its ingenious structure allows the same events to unfold through several competing perspectives. t Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass When her fiancé acts on their celebrity-pass agreement, Midwest bride Gail Daughtry heads to Hollywood in search of a celebrity encounter of her own. Directed by David Wain and starring Zoey Deutch, the film assembles a huge comic cast that includes Jon Hamm, John Slattery, Ken Marino, Sabrina Impacciatore, Miles Gutierrez-Riley, Ben Wang, and many more. The hosts discuss the film's relentless stream of jokes, its Wizard of Oz influences, its affectionate use of Hollywood caricatures, and the willingness of its celebrity cameos to completely make fools of themselves. It is ridiculous, exhausting, incredibly sweet, and, most importantly, genuinely funny. Tony Director Matt Johnson, whose previous film was BlackBerry, turns his attention to the early life of Anthony Bourdain. The film follows 19-year-old Bourdain as he arrives in Provincetown and stumbles into the chaotic world of restaurant kitchens. Rather than attempting to cover his entire life, Tony concentrates on one formative summer and the people who helped point him toward the career that would eventually define him. The team praises Dominic Sessa for capturing Bourdain's charm, arrogance, intelligence, and complexity without turning him into a saint. They also discuss the outstanding performances from Antonio Banderas, Leo Woodall, and Emilia Jones, the convincing recreation of the 1970s restaurant world, and the film's refusal to romanticize the brutal reality of kitchen work. Funny, moving, authentic, and made with enormous affection for Bourdain, this is a biopic that understands the value of focusing on the thing that led to the thing. Like, comment, and subscribe for spoiler-light film reviews, streaming recommendations, strong opinions, and general movie banter. Hosted by Joe, Rashmi & Yazdi www.moviewallas.com Timestamps 00:00 – Start 01:38 – Streaming Picks 01:55 – The Adam Project 02:29 – Pilgrimage 03:37 – The Last Duel 05:24 – Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass 17:05 – Tony 31:42 – Closing Thoughts #Moviewallas #GailDaughtry #CelebritySexPass #TonyMovie #AnthonyBourdain #ZoeyDeutch #AntonioBanderas #DominicSessa #LeoWoodall #MattJohnson #MoviePodcast #FilmReviews #StreamingPicks #TooManyMoviesTooLittleTime

“Every day I believed I was living some version of what this person really experienced,” actor Dominic Sessa told guest hosts Marley Marius and Hannah Jackson of the experience of filming Tony on this week's episode of The Run-Through. The person he is referring to is beloved chef and food writer Anthony Bourdain, whose mythology and fandom seems to only have grown since his tragic passing in 2018.  Tony, which comes to theaters on August 7th and was directed by Matt Johnson, captures a very brief time in Bourdain's life during a summer working as a dishwasher at a restaurant in Provincetown, Massachusetts. Along with co-stars Antonio Banderas, Leo Woodhall, Stavros Halkias, and Emilia Jones, he spent four weeks on Cape Cod recreating a version of Bourdain's coming-of-age lore.  Johnson's directing style often involves allowing the actors to improvise and act on the fly, which was a new challenge for the young actor. It was intimidating of course, but I was really comfortable with these people,” Sessa said. He confirmed what viewers of Tony might hope to be true—Halkias improvised all of his punchy insults including when he says “flaco means an acrobatic that jumps from ass to ass.” Despite being on a tight shooting schedule, the cast got quite close and Sessa learned a lot working with acting heavyweight Banderas. Audiences will see Sessa hold his own with Banderas, but while Sessa can act, he is not quite as skilled in the kitchen. He claimed to be able to boil water and make pasta and “I guess I learned how to shuck oysters,” he told the podcast, “and I got better at washing dishes.” Banderas on the other hand is a skilled cook. Recently, while doing press with him for a film in Málaga, Banderas cooked a memorable paella for Sessa.  The New York Tony premiere took place earlier this week and Sessa sported a chic Celine by Michael Rider look. “I'm afraid to say that when I'm not doing things like this, I dress like shit for the most part,” Sessa shared, admitting that a large part of his wardrobe consists of old t-shirts from Marshalls and sneakers with holes in the sole. He credited his stylist Warren Alfie Baker with helping him discover his red carpet style. As for what's next, he'd love to return to his roots and star in a hockey film. “I don't need a stunt double,” he noted, “it'd save them so much money!” The Run-Through with Vogue is your go-to podcast where fashion meets culture. Hosted by Chloe Malle, Head of Editorial Content, Vogue U.S.; Chioma Nnadi, Head of British Vogue; and Nicole Phelps, Director of Vogue Runway, each episode features the latest fashion news and exclusive designer and celebrity interviews. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hello, movie maniacs! This week Mary and David tried to see The Odyssey, but that was a no-go with Imax showings sold out until the end of August. So then they thought they should see the movie Obsession and talk about the YouTube-ification of horror films, but no – the projector crapped out that night. So…it’s Retro Fansplainers this week as Mary and David go back to 2023 and the film BlackBerry co-written and directed by Nirvanna The Band The Show The Movie alum Matt Johnson with music by fellow Nirvanna… alum Jay McCarrol and cinematography by fellow Nirvanna… alum Jared Raab and co-written by fellow Nirvanna… alum Matthew Miller and co-starring Jay Baruchel, Glenn Howerton, Michael Ironside, Saul Rubinek and Cary Elwes who are not in Nirvanna The Band The Show The Movie. It’s all ambition, hubris and cell phones, eh! Thanks for listening.

For episode 301, I'm joined by Maxance Vincent as this week's co-host, with producer Steve Prusakowski working behind the scenes on Emmy season content and, of course, TV Topics. This time around, I intro Max, who will be occasionally sitting in as we figure out the new post-Myles normal, and we talk Spider-Man: Brand New Day. My rave review of the film can be found here, and we get into what Marvel is doing right with this one, as opposed to what they've been misfiring with lately. I also touch on Tony (rave review here), which leads to some Matt Johnson and Nirvanna the Band the Show (and Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie) talk. Throw in your questions, some fall festival chatter, and hopefully the show isn't missing a beat...As always my friends and faithful listeners/readers, I do hope you all enjoy the latest episode of the Awards Radar Podcast, our 301st one to date (here's to many more). Of course, feel free to revisit the previous installments by clicking the Podcast tab (here) on the top of the page. Plus, listen to us on Apple Podcasts (iTunes), Spotify, and other platforms. More to come each and every single week (or close to it), so from the bottom of my heart, thank you for listening! 

Luke 23: 1-25 Jesus is brought before Pilate, then sent to Herod, and finally handed over to be crucified as the crowd demands Barabbas' release instead. A powerful look at injustice, political maneuvering, and Christ's silent submission to the Father's will.

This week on Born to Watch, the boys dive into a true cult classic with our Big Wednesday Movie Review, the coming-of-age surfing epic that has inspired generations of surfers while leaving plenty of movie fans wondering what all the fuss is about. Directed by the legendary John Milius, Big Wednesday isn't just about riding waves; it's about growing up, friendships, the passing of time, and the harsh reality that life eventually catches up with everyone. Whitey, G-Man and Damo paddle out into one of the most personal films ever covered on the podcast, and the discussion quickly reveals a massive divide. For G-Man, this is sacred territory, a film that captures everything he loves about surfing culture and the changing seasons of life. For Whitey, it's a movie full of unanswered questions that leaves him searching for meaning between the swells. Somewhere in the middle sits Damo, appreciating both the spectacular surfing sequences and the emotional weight hidden beneath the surface.The boys break down the journey of Matt, Jack and Leroy, three lifelong mates whose lives unfold across more than a decade as they chase waves, girls, parties, responsibility and eventually the mythical Big Wednesday itself. Is the famous swell simply a perfect wave, or is it a metaphor for life's biggest moments? G-Man comes armed with enough knowledge to teach a university course on the film, explaining the significance of each swell and how every chapter represents another stage of growing older.Along the way, the conversation drifts into everything that makes Born to Watch what it is. Whitey questions why nobody seems capable of explaining anything in 1970s cinema, Damo reminisces about recording surfing competitions onto VHS tapes before the internet existed, and G-Man somehow turns an episode about surfing into a passionate defence of Jan-Michael Vincent's career.Speaking of Jan-Michael Vincent, the boys explore what should have been one of Hollywood's biggest success stories. Blessed with movie star looks and undeniable charisma, Vincent seemed destined to become one of the industry's leading men before a series of personal struggles derailed his career. They also examine the careers of William Katt, Gary Busey, Lea Purcell and the incredible creative team behind the film, including legendary director John Milius and composer Basil Poledouris.As always, the regular segments are packed with laughs. The team looks back at 1978, discussing classics including The Deer Hunter, Grease, Superman, Animal House and Every Which Way But Loose. The Snorb's Report uncovers another unforgettable scene from Animal House, while Hit, Sleeper, Dud delivers recommendations ranging from Midnight Express and The Wild Geese through to the gloriously ridiculous disaster movie The Swarm.Of course, no Born to Watch episode would be complete without random tangents. There are discussions about beach culture, lending surfboards to complete strangers, teenage house parties, Bear's outrageous life choices, surfing legends, Airwolf, The Greatest American Hero, Star Wars auditions, Gary Busey's teeth, and whether anyone has ever actually met an old surfer who correctly predicted the mythical "Big Wednesday".Whether you grew up quoting Matt Johnson, dreamed of chasing perfect waves, or you've never understood surfing culture at all, this episode celebrates a film that means something different to everyone who watches it. Some see an unforgettable surfing movie. Others see one of the greatest coming-of-age stories ever made. Whitey still isn't entirely sure what he watched.So grab a beer, wax the board, paddle out with the boys, and join us as we revisit one of cinema's most beloved cult classics. The waves are building, the friendships are tested, and eventually, Big Wednesday arrives.If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe, leave us a review, and share Born to Watch with your mates. Every new listener helps us keep celebrating the movies we all grew up loving, one classic at a time.#BornToWatch #BigWednesday #BigWednesdayMovieReview #MoviePodcast #SurfMovies #JohnMilius #CultClassic #FilmReview #MovieLovers #PodcastAustralia

If Andrew McQualter still wants to be a scalper, he'll have to turn to Freo's finals tickets! Time to Restump Podcast Saturday evening's walk in the Optus Stadium park.Imagine being a west coast supporter and thinking you're an improved outfit. 12 scoring shots for the game, just 5 in the second half for 1 goal 4. Quite simply, they were putrid. If Fremantle did anything wrong, it was gravely underestimating the sufficient level of complacency required to win. We could have implemented a player management strategy with a performance output made up of equal parts apathy and lethargy!Pretty much other than the minor premiership securing 4 points, there was almost nothing to take out of that game. I mean it was a good win, and a win by 10 goals, but let's be fair, we were up against a team of Richmond rejects, mid-season recruits and a guy who cries ‘free kick' if someone goes within 6 feet of him! Harley Reid has implemented his own social distancing policy. He rings his own free kick hot line when anyone breaches his self-designated safe space and lodges a complaint!The reality is the game was never out of our control and by quarter time, despite us being the narrowest of margins behind, it went from a procession to a formality, before we let down to a ‘going through the motions' routine.Yes, Murphy Reid continued bedazzling us, Matty Johnson had arguably his career best game and Jye Amiss, with another 5 goals, showed he has well and truly arrived. But let's ironically sing the praises of the unsung heroes.Disco Nathan had a ripper of a game. Is it right to suggest he hasn't the best right foot? But, on his left foot, unlike what left his right foot, a lot left right out of the middle. So, he did a lot right with his left, he left nothing in the tank and right now he's in no danger of being left right out! (I can't be the only one who is now bamboozled to a point of not knowing my left from my right?) Anyway, 2 goals, 7 score involvements, 11 possessions and a goal 3rd quarter, and plenty of defensive work from his 19 total touches from the wing was a pretty important contribution. And the ultimate team man Paddy Voss! His selflessness was on display yet again with his all-round game having a greater impact than it suggests on paper. Add in his goal, his 7 score involvements, his 6 inside fifties and his shepherding of Shai Bolton's goal and it puts substantial meat on those 11 disposal bones.The good news just kept coming off the field with Murphy Reid signing on until 2032 and Hugh Davies dedicating his future to Freo by putting pen to paper. We cannot overstate how big an achievement securing the extension for Murphy Reid is. The system Fremantle has put in place, the culture they have built, the recruiting and list management they have conducted, the ignoring of the outside noise and backing in Justin Longmuir and the resulting ridiculously successful year we have so far put together, are all encompassing elements that enticed and landed Murphy Reid for longer. He didn't initially want to come to Fremantle and now he doesn't want to leave. That is a monumental feather in the Freo cap. Well, Saturday night was fun but unfortunately the derbies have just lost their shine. Sadly, like they did to state of origin football in its former format, the West Coast Eagles have killed them off.However, that doesn't mean there isn't plenty of purple to prattle on about on the pod! So, before we draft a docker design to deal with the dogs, feel welcome to wade into the west coast wrangle waffle water with us as we wrap up the weekend cake walk. Send us Fan MailSupport the show

His Big Story is the story every one of us is invited into. It's easy to believe your life is too ordinary to matter, but what if God is weaving your story into something far bigger than you can see?In this special message closing our Worth It series, we celebrate how God has been working through Journey Church for more than 21 years—and look ahead to the bigger mission He continues to invite us into. Through stories of life change, Scripture, and a heartfelt farewell to  Matt and Jen as they step into a new season of ministry, we're reminded that God's story has always been about reaching people far from Him.You'll discover:Why your story matters in God's bigger storyHow God uses ordinary people to make an extraordinary impactWhat spiritual gifts are really forWhy every act of serving, giving, and inviting mattersHow your faith can have a ripple effect far beyond what you can seeNo matter where you are in your faith journey, you're invited into something bigger than yourself. The same God who has been faithful in the past is still writing stories of hope, purpose, and transformation today.

Join us on the patreon to hear the full episode!⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/RememberShuffleThis week, we're unpacking Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie, the latest project from BlackBerry director Matt Johnson. From its origins as a webseries in the 2000s, to it's Vice Cable channel (?) show, to the now first (good) "time travel to the 2000s" movie.Join us as we break down the manic, delusional duo of Matt Johnson and Jay McCarroll. We discuss:  Nostalgia, Guerrilla Filmmaking, Canadian Identity, and Postmodernism.

Luke 22: 47-71 Jesus prays in agony at Gethsemane while His disciples sleep, is betrayed with a kiss by Judas and arrested, then endures Peter's three denials before the rooster crows. He's mocked, blindfolded, and beaten by the guards, then brought before the Jewish council, where He affirms He is the Son of God—sealing His condemnation.

Matt Johnson joins Fr. Dan Reehil to discuss his journey from Protestantism to CatholicismRadio Maria is a 100% listener supported radio station. If this broadcast has touched your life, please consider donating at https://rmusa.civi-go.net/donateStream live episodes of Battle Ready with Fr. Dan Reehil at https://radiomaria.us/ at 9:00 am cst or tune in on radio in Louisiana (580 AM Alexandria, 1360 AM New Iberia, 89.7 FM Natchitoches, 91.1 FM Lake Charles) in Ohio (1600 AM Springfield, 88.7 FM Anna, 103.3 Enon/Dayton) in Mississippi (88.1 FM D'Iberville/Biloxi) in Florida (91.9 Hammocks/Miami) in Pennsylvania (88.1 FM Hollidaysburg/Altoona) in Texas (1250 AM Port Arthur) in Wisconsin (91.3 FM Peshtigo), 1280 AM Columbia, TN (98.9 FM Columbia, TN)Download the Radio Maria Play app to any smart device:Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.radiomaria.v3&hl=en_US&gl=US&pli=1iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/radio-maria-play/id848153139 

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MATT “STRETCH” JOHNSON joins the show to help us wrap up the magic that was the World Cup. Did he have the time of his life? How did North America stack up to the other host countries he's visited? What does he think about Spain? They were the favorite, was he glad they won? What were the highs and lows of this World Cup? :30- We are back to hearing from our listeners about “that sports guy” and they have some very good suggestions! :45- It's Trade Season and yesterday we had Jim Bowden on to talk about some of the trades he would like to see, but we may have a problem with his George Kirby trade ideas… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Johnson joins Fr. Dan Reehil to discuss his journey from Protestantism to CatholicismRadio Maria is a 100% listener supported radio station. If this broadcast has touched your life, please consider donating at https://rmusa.civi-go.net/donateStream live episodes of Battle Ready with Fr. Dan Reehil at https://radiomaria.us/ at 9:00 am cst or tune in on radio in Louisiana (580 AM Alexandria, 1360 AM New Iberia, 89.7 FM Natchitoches, 91.1 FM Lake Charles) in Ohio (1600 AM Springfield, 88.7 FM Anna, 103.3 Enon/Dayton) in Mississippi (88.1 FM D'Iberville/Biloxi) in Florida (91.9 Hammocks/Miami) in Pennsylvania (88.1 FM Hollidaysburg/Altoona) in Texas (1250 AM Port Arthur) in Wisconsin (91.3 FM Peshtigo), 1280 AM Columbia, TN (98.9 FM Columbia, TN)Download the Radio Maria Play app to any smart device:Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.radiomaria.v3&hl=en_US&gl=US&pli=1iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/radio-maria-play/id848153139 

Be The Church FOR Everybody | Have you ever felt like church wasn't meant for people like you? Maybe it seemed confusing, exclusive, or designed for people who already had everything figured out. But what if Jesus intended something different?In this message, we explore a truth that has shaped Journey Church from the very beginning: the church isn't just for church people. The church is FOR everybody.When the early church began making faith complicated, the leaders gathered to answer a critical question: Should people have to jump through religious hoops to come to God? Their answer changed everything—and it's still changing lives today.You'll discover:• Why Jesus came for everybody, not just religious people• How churches can unintentionally make faith harder than Jesus did• What Acts 15 teaches about removing barriers to God• Why the local church should feel like a safe place to explore faith• How one invitation can change someone's life forever• What it means to help people take their first steps toward JesusToo often, people feel like they're standing at the bottom of a ladder with no way to climb. They want hope. They want purpose. They want to know if God is real and if He cares. But somewhere along the way, religion made it seem more complicated than Jesus intended.The good news is that Jesus didn't come for insiders. He came for everybody.Whether you've been following Jesus for years or you're still asking questions about faith, this message is a reminder that God's grace is available to you—and that the church should be a place where anyone can belong before they believe.Because everybody matters to God, whether God matters to them or not.

Hello and welcome to another episode of the Shame List Picture Show. On this episode, I am joined by filmmaker Josh Stifter! Josh is the writer and director behind independent genre favorites including Greywood's Plot and The Good Exorcist. Many listeners may also know him from Robert Rodriguez's Rebel Without a Crew, where he documented the highs and lows of making a feature film under an incredibly tight deadline and budget. This episode is a little different from our usual format. Rather than introducing Josh to a film that's been sitting on his Shame List, we're discussing one of his all-time favorites: Matt Johnson's The Dirties. It's a rare occasion where both Josh and Michael have seen the film going into the conversation, but it's also a movie that many listeners may have overlooked despite its critical acclaim and devoted following. Together, they explore what makes The Dirties such a singular achievement, from its inventive filmmaking and uncomfortable humor to its remarkably layered examination of bullying, and media. Whether you're a fan or finally crossing it off your own Shame List, it's a conversation you won't want to miss.Check out more of Josh's work at www.joshstifter.comBe sure to check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/shamelistpictureshowEdited by: Austin ProctorProduced and Hosted by: Michael ViersExecutive Producer: Austin ProctorTheme Music by: Austin ProctorOpening Narration by: Nick RichardsCredits Music by: Ten-SpeedLogo Design by: Amanda Viers

Adam and Josh take stock of the movie year with their Top 5 Films of 2026 (So Far), making picks that reflect the strength of of the year’s genre offerings, comedies, and intimate dramas. Plus: Massacre Theatre, and Best of ‘26 poll results. This episode is presented by⁠ Regal Unlimited⁠⁠, the all-you-can-watch movie subscription pass that pays for itself in just two visits. Use code FILMSPOT26 to take 15% off. (Timecodes/chapters may not be precise with ads.) Intro (00:00:00-00:03:03) Top 5 of 2026 (00:03:04-00:32:36) Filmspotting Family: ‘20s/’30s Madness (00:32:37-00:40:52) Poll: Best of ‘26 (So Far) (00:40:53-00:49:36) Top 5 of 2026, cont. (00:49:37-01:17:26) RIP Sam Neill / Massacre Theatre (01:17:27-01:26:54) Credits / Releases (01:26:55-01:28:56) Links: Alison Willmore on Blue Heron | Vulture https://www.vulture.com/article/review-the-masterful-blue-heron-uses-cinema-as-a-sance.html Feedback: -Email us at feedback@filmspotting.net⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠-⁠Ask Us Anything⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and we might answer your question in bonus content. Support: -Join the Filmspotting Family for bonus episodes and complete archive access. http://filmspottingfamily.com -Filmspotting Shop for T-shirts and more.⁠ ⁠ ⁠https://www.filmspotting.net/shop⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow: -Watch Filmspotting on YouTube: ⁠https://youtube.com/filmspotting⁠ -Adam/Filmspotting: ⁠Letterboxd⁠ |⁠ Instagram⁠ |⁠ Facebook⁠ | ⁠Bluesky⁠ -Josh/LarsenOnFilm: ⁠Letterboxd⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠ |⁠ Facebook⁠ | ⁠BlueskySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Philip and Lara discuss Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie, a film from Matt Johnson and Jay McCarroll, a comedic duo known for playing fictionalized versions of themselves. They have released mockumentary-style videos since 2007 detailing the adventures of 'Nirvana the Band,' later renamed 'Nirvanna the Band' for legal reasons. Their latest film incorporates footage shot for their original web series dating back to 2008, stringing together an absurd time-travel plot that involves a hilarious series of hijinks and impeccable cinematic craft. Shot on a small, indie-level budget and maintaining a documentary aesthetic throughout, the film manages to deliver impressive setpieces and heartfelt moments befitting of the movies it is paying homage. This genre-bending experience is a clever blend of familiar, experimental, and spectacular. Follow The ThawedCast: Conversations About Animation: twitter.com/thawedcast and instagram.com/thawedcast. instagram.com/partoflarasworld, instagram.com/laraakal, instagram.com/philipehlke. Visit thawedcast.com

One of the hottest real estate asset classes in the country is Senior Living. Occupancy levels have caught up and even exceeded pre-covid levels. 10,000 people per day are turning 80 years old and this number is increasing. The average age of senior facility residents is 83, so the number of people who will need some type of Senior Living is about to explode and continue for the next two decades. Matt Johnson, Founder of McFarlin group, acquires distressed properties, increases occupancy and profitability, then sells them. As the market has heated up, and the demographics support future growth, larger global players are investing in this space.

Mark Kermode and Jack Howard discuss Matt Johnson's Canadian comedy Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie at the Sun pub in London's West End.Other films mentioned in this episode:Back To The Future (1985)Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure (1989)The Hangover (2009)Borat (2006)Backrooms (2026)Obsession (2025)Bo Burnham: Inside (2021)The Holdovers (2023)Blackberry (2023)With thanks to Richard Gay and The Sun Pub on London's Drury Lane.Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency productionProduced by Hedda Lornie Archbold and Nicki Glossop© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The latest episode of The Interviews is another belter, folks. And is, accidentally, double act-themed. First, Chris Hewitt sits down on Zoom for a fun chat with Phil Lord and Chris Miller, the directors of one of the year's biggest and best films, Project Hail Mary, as the Ryan Gosling-Rocky The Alien movie lands on Prime Video. It's not a spoiler chat, but they talk about some of the film's key sequences (so be mindful if you somehow haven't seen it), its immense success, and what they're doing next. [1:23 - 20:13 approx] Then, Harry Stainer sits down with another notable filmmaking duo, Matt Johnson and Jay McCarrol, the director (Johnson), writers and stars (both) of bonkers new comedy Nirvanna The Band The Show The Movie, to talk about their lo-fi five-star triumph and their favourite Spielberg movie. [21:18 - 41:57 approx] And finally, Chris Zooms it up a storm with Himesh Patel, who stars in Enola Holmes 3 as Dr. Watson, one-half of one of the greatest partnerships of them all. [42:52 - 57:07 approx] It's an episode so good that you might say, to quote another great double-act, 'uvavu'. Enjoy!

Why It's Worth It is a question every follower of Jesus eventually asks. When serving feels exhausting, change feels constant, and the mission gets difficult, how do you keep going? In this message, we discover the deeper reason it's worth continuing to invest your life in what God is doing.The apostle Paul faced challenge after challenge, yet he never lost sight of what motivated him. His answer was simple: "For Christ's love compels us." When you remember what Jesus has done for you, it changes how you live, serve, give, and love others.In this message from 2 Corinthians 5, you'll discover:• Why the love of Jesus is our greatest motivation• What it means to be reconciled to God• The message of reconciliation Jesus has entrusted to us• How every believer is called to be an ambassador for Christ• Why the local church still matters in our communities• How being Jesus-centered, others-focused, and outward-facing reflects the heart of JesusIt's easy to make church about what we receive. But lasting purpose is found when we embrace the mission Jesus has given us. As His ambassadors, we carry His message, reflect His character, and represent His mission everywhere we go.Whether you're serving, giving, inviting a friend, or simply trying to live out your faith in everyday life, this message is a reminder that what you do matters. The mission isn't always easy, but it is always worth it.Because one day a friend, neighbor, coworker, or family member may begin asking questions about faith—and they'll need a safe place to explore who Jesus is and what it means to follow Him.Keep representing the purpose and personality of Jesus. Keep loving people. Keep making room for others. Keep moving the mission forward.

David | The Breakaway Series | 7.5.2026 | Matt Johnson

Headlines and MATT (STRETCH) JOHNSON joins the show. What does Stretch think of the World Cup games so far? This Balogun red card situation got more screwy over the weekend, what happened? Should he play? Should we feel bad? :30- Yes, the Mariners are playing better, but there are still some things that are really annoying Chuck! From the All-star voting process to the piggyback and forth, he's gotta get this stuff off his chest! :45- Can Shane Wright ever going to play for the Kraken again? The word is out that Wright wants out, can the Kraken get anything for the young player now? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Truth & Movies this week, we discuss Olivia Wilde's relationship comedy The Invite and Matt Johnson's anarchic time-travel comedy Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie. For Film Club, we revisit Luis Buñuel's surrealist classic The Exterminating Angel. Joining host Leila Latif are Savina Petkova and Francesca Steele.Truth & Movies is the podcast from the film experts at Little White Lies, where along with selected colleagues and friends, they discuss the latest movie releases. Truth & Movies has all your film needs covered, reviewing the latest releases big and small, talking to some of the most exciting filmmakers, keeping you across important industry news, and reassessing great films from days gone by with the Truth & Movies Film Club.Email: truthandmovies@tcolondon.comBlueSky and Instagram: @LWLiesProduced by TCO Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Legendary Canadian rock band 54-40 have released their new album PORTO with the current Top 40 rock radio single “Running For The Fence” - recorded in Portugal with longtime producer Warne Livesey - and they'll be at Delta's Barns To Beaches Festival on June 20.But the bigger story is that this is one of the longest-running bands in Canadian music history still led by its founders: Neil Osborne and Brad Merritt have stood side by side since they formed the band as Vancouver teenagers in 1980, with drummer Matt Johnson aboard nearly 40 years. Across 45 years, 17-plus albums, and well over 2,500 shows, they helped invent a distinctly Canadian alt-rock sound alongside The Tragically Hip and Blue Rodeo - and inspired everyone from Our Lady Peace to the Arkells.There's a remarkable backstory here too. Their classic "I Go Blind" was a song their own U.S. label deemed unworthy of a full release in 1986 - then, a decade later, Hootie & the Blowfish's cover landed on the Friends soundtrack and rocketed into the Billboard Top 5, and the royalties let 54-40 build their own Vancouver studio. It's one of Canadian music's great vindication stories, and the song was inducted into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2021. That thread - a band that did it their own way, outlasted the industry that doubted them, and is still making vital new music at 45 - runs straight through PORTO, which Osborne calls "an album about renewal and resilience."

In this episode of the Rest, Eat, Move podcast, Matt Johnson explores the growing popularity of nicotine pouches, oral stimulants, and other quick-fix wellness trends as a reflection of a larger issue: chronic nervous system dysregulation. Rather than focusing solely on products like ZYN, he discusses how modern lifestyles filled with constant stimulation, stress, and dopamine-seeking behaviors may contribute to dependence on temporary sources of energy, focus, and relief. Matt encourages listeners to prioritize foundational habits—rest, nutrition, movement, and stress management—to build long-term resilience instead of relying on short-term stimulants.#RestEatMove#Dopamine#NervousSystem#WellnessPodcast#HealthyLivingontargetliving.com

Finding Your Place | What's the biggest problem in your life right now? Maybe it's stress, relationships, money, purpose, anxiety, or feeling stuck. We all have problems—but what if the problem you're devoted to solving is shaping the kind of life you live?In this message from our Losing Religion series, we explore the mission Jesus gave His followers after His resurrection—and how finding your purpose starts with discovering your place in something bigger than yourself.Jesus didn't come to create more religion or invite people into small, self-centered living. He came to launch a movement fueled by love, purpose, and people who are willing to bring hope into the world around them.In this message, you'll discover:• Why your biggest problem reveals what's shaping your life• What Jesus really meant by “go and make disciples”• How to discover your purpose and calling• Why small living leads to small souls• What it means to be a witness for Jesus• How your gifts and experiences can help others find hopeIf you've ever felt unsure about your purpose…If you've wondered whether your life really matters…If you've wanted something more meaningful than just getting through the week……this message will challenge you to think bigger.Jesus invites you into a mission bigger than your own comfort, success, or survival. He invites you to use your life to help people experience His love and grace—and when you do, you begin to discover the purpose you were created for.You were made for more than small living.You were made to find your place in His mission.

Luke 22: 7-23It's the first day of Unleavened Bread — Passover time. Jesus sends Peter and John into the city with a sign: follow a man carrying a water pitcher. He'll lead you to a large upper room. Prepare the Passover meal there.They go, and everything happens exactly as Jesus said. God's plan is already in motion.When the hour comes, Jesus reclines at the table with all twelve apostles. This is their last meal together — and Jesus knows it.

Sam and I actually recorded this episode seventeen years ago, and we will add newly recorded segments throughout. This week is the best of all worlds: music, the internet, television, and film. It's a mockumentary that blends This Is Spinal Tap and Back to the Future. It's Matt Johnson's Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie.Check us out on...Twitter @TSMoviePodFacebook: Time SensitiveInstagram: @timesensitivepodcastGrab some Merch at TeePublicBig Heads Media 

Guests include:  Avery Bartels, NDSU junior golfer; Chris Larson, Moorhead CC General Manager; Scott Sinner, RR Amateur Committee Chairman;  Greg McCullough, NDGA Hall of Famer and; Matt Johnson, NDSU women's head golf coach

Letting Go of Loopholes | Have you ever looked for a loophole? A way to justify what you want, avoid what's hard, or explain away what you know is right? We all do it—and it impacts our relationships, our choices, and even our faith.In this message from our Losing Religion series, we explore the powerful new command Jesus gave His followers: “Love one another as I have loved you.” And when you really understand what Jesus meant, it changes everything.Jesus didn't come to pile on more religious rules. He came to replace loophole living with a love that's personal, sacrificial, honest, and transformational.In this message, you'll discover:• Why loopholes slowly damage your faith• What Jesus meant by “a new command”• Why love is more demanding than religion• How loopholes affect honesty, gossip, generosity, and relationships• Why Jesus followers should be known for love—not religious behavior• The one question that can guide every decision you makeIf you've ever tried to justify unhealthy choices…If faith has felt more about rules than relationships…If you've wondered what Jesus actually wants from you……this message will challenge and encourage you.Jesus reduced all the religious complexity down to one command: love people the way He has loved you. No loopholes. No excuses. Just a better way to live.Because nobody regrets choosing love the way Jesus defines it.

Seahawks one series with ROB RANG (Fox Sports) Derick Hall re-signed with the Seahawks this offseason. Just how big of a deal is it for this Seahawks defense to have him back and what does it show us about the culture Mike MacDonald and John Schneider have built? How great can this defense be in 2026? :30- We are in full World Cup mode- it's time for the ABC's of the USA! - A is for America- will they win today? - B is for Barbie- grab your shrimp! - C is for Christian Pulisic- will he play and should he? - D is for Drunk- Australia vs US? :45- We close out this epic show with one last thing! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AARON LEVINE (Fox 13 Seattle) joins Chuck and Stretch down at Jimmy's. The guys are feeling the vibes of match day and talk about how big of a deal it is for Seattle to be hosting this massive event. It's team USA vs Australia and the city is showing off for all of our visitors. :30- ABC's of the Mariners - J is for Jose Cruz Jr- his son got called up by the Tigers yesterday… and now we feel old. - K is for K's- Cal struck out 4 times yesterday- are we concerned? - L is for Leverage- Dan Wilson has a problem with managing his bullpen… :45- The World Cup is back in town today and this one feels different from Monday with Team USA facing Australia at noon. What should we know about this Aussie team? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We revisit our earlier conversation about the M's injuries stacking up and Brock has a personal revelation. Then, Matt Johnson joins the show to roast Salk and talk World Cup.

On this episode of A One Pint Stand, I sit down with Matt Johnson of Scientia Beverage Consulting and Maui Brewing.  His ability to understand and analyze the metrics of craft beer is a thing of legend.  If you own and operate a brewery, you should touch base with him so he can make sure your brewery is as efficient and profitable as possible during these unpredictable and shifting times.    If you liked the show and want to support the A One Pint Stand, consider joining our Patreon.  There is some great bonus content that our Patreon supporters enjoy that give a fun peek behind the scenes.

Matt Johnson joins the JMO Podcast once again. As a guide in the metro of Minnesota, Matt has lots of experience putting clients of all skill levels on highly pressured fish. Situations where getting quality bites requires attention to many details when it comes to presentation selection. The versatility of ned rigs have made it a staple in many high level anglers boats all open water season long. There's a lot of good information in this interview many anglers will enjoy.OnX Fish - https://www.onxmaps.com/fish/app PROMO CODE: “JMO” for 20% offMontana Gov Cup - https://www.montanagovcup.comSummit Fishing Equipment - https://summitfishingequipment.com PROMO CODE: “summit10” for 10% offDevils Lake Tourism - www.devilslakend.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/the_jmopodcast/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/JMOFishingPodcastWebsite - https://jmopodcast.com

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All Mixed Up | Have you ever wondered if you're really good with God? Maybe you've felt close to Him one moment—and uncertain the next. Maybe faith has started feeling more like pressure, guilt, or performance than a real relationship.In this message from our Losing Religion series, we explore how many people unknowingly mix old religious thinking with the new way Jesus introduced. And when that happens, faith becomes exhausting, confusing, and easy to walk away from.Looking at Jesus' final Passover meal with His disciples, we discover what He meant when He introduced a new covenant—a brand-new relationship with God built on grace instead of fear and performance.In this message, you'll discover:• Why you don't have to earn God's approval• What Jesus meant by “the new covenant”• Why so many Christians still live with guilt and uncertainty• How religion pulls people back into performance mode• Why Jesus' forgiveness is complete and permanent• How old covenant thinking still affects modern faithIf you've ever felt like you had to prove yourself to God…If you've ever wondered whether you're doing enough spiritually…If faith has become heavy instead of freeing……this message will help you untangle what's been all mixed up.Jesus didn't come to give you more religious pressure. He came to give you confidence, forgiveness, and a personal relationship with God that isn't based on your performance.You don't have to live uncertain anymore.

Luke 21: 5-38Jesus warns of coming trials, foretells the destruction of the temple, and calls His followers to endure with faith and watchfulness.

Brandon, James, and Hanna discuss the directorial career of alt-comedy prankster Matt Johnson, starting with his recent time-traveling sitcom sequel Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie (2026) https://swampflix.com/ 00:00 Welcome 02:22 A Chinese Torture Chamber Story (1994) 12:12 Auntie Lee's Meat Pies (1992) 18:51 Caroline Leaf & Suzan Pitt 28:55 Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie (2026) 55:00 The Dirties (2013) 1:13:36 Operation Avalanche (2016) 1:26:00 BlackBerry (2023)

Out With the Old | Have you ever felt like you were slowly losing your faith? Maybe not because you wanted to walk away from God—but because disappointment, hurt, doubt, or religious pressure made faith feel exhausting instead of personal.In this message, we explore why Jesus didn't come to make religion better—He came to remove the barriers keeping people from a real relationship with Him. Looking at Jesus cleansing the Temple in Mark 11, we discover how religious systems, shame, performance, and fear can quietly disconnect people from God.If you've ever wondered:• Why church hurt affects your faith so deeply• Why religion can feel heavy instead of life-giving• Whether God is disappointed in you• If doubts and questions mean your faith is weak• Why Jesus challenged religious leaders so strongly• How to reconnect with God personally again…this message is for you.Jesus confronted the kind of religion that pushed people away from God instead of drawing them closer. He came to remove the pressure to perform, prove yourself, or pretend everything is fine. He came to offer something personal, freeing, and full of grace.Maybe the thing causing you to lose faith is actually something Jesus wants you to lose.This message kicks off our brand-new series, Losing Religion, where we'll discover the better way Jesus introduced—and why you don't have to walk away from faith to leave unhealthy religion behind.

One Armed Woman Pulled Over: Hilarious bodycam as a cop pulls over a woman for manipulating her phone in her right hand, BUT THERE'S A TWIST!Las Vegas Shooting: Two heroes emerge from tragedy aS Clark and Austin whoop a shooter's ass in amazing fashion. Also a random kid knocks on a door because he smells BBQ.Facebook Post Arrest: A woman makes a Facebook post about the horrible drinking water in her town and gets arrested for it.THE BEAR!, FUCK YOU WATCH THIS!, SNEAKING AROUND GETS YOU NOWHERE!, NIRVANNA THE BAND THE SHOW!, BRAVE SHORES!, NEVER COME DOWN!, MATT JOHNSON!, JAY MCCAROL!, CAPTAIN HOOK!, HARD R!, CANCEL!, FINE INTRO!, ALLEGEDLY!, AMPUTEE!, POLICE!, PULLED OVER!, RIGHT HAND!, PHONE!, TICKET!, INVISIBLE MAN!, POLICE!, MANIPULATING!, WRITE A TICKET!, NO HAND!, FOOLISH!, FOIA!, HAND UP!, RIGHT HAND!, COURT!, FIGHT!, POLICE!, BODYCAM!, LAS VEGAS!, SHOOTING!, GROCERY STORE!, TWO HEROES!, BEAT UP SHOOTER!, WEAPONS!, SMITH'S!, LOCAL!, SHOOT HIM!, ESTRADA!, VICTOR!, TAG TEAM!, AEW!, ALL ELITE!, FAST FRIENDS!, CLARK!, AUSTIN!, DRAKE'S DICK!, FLOPPY!, BBQ!, RING CAMERA!, BAG OF CHIPS!, ASK FOR FOOD!, HUNGRY!, DENIED!, CAVE BITCH!, ICE CUBE!, CAUCAZOID!, TAPE DECK!, OSCAR WINNER!, GET OUT!, DANIEL KALUUYA!, CULT!, GOODBYE SONG!, WATER!, GRAVY!, ARRESTED!, STREISSAND EFFECT!, CITY!, FREEDOM OF SPEECH!, BBQ UPDATE!, PIZZA!, TRINIDAD!, ORIGINAL PIPES!, LAS VEGAS PLAGUED WITH EARTHQUAKES!, PUSSY SMELL LIKE WATER!, PLIES!, PUSSY WATER!, TASTES!You can find the videos from this episode at our Discord RIGHT HERE!

As a Toronto-based podcast, we are duty-bound to cover Matt Johnson and Jay McCarrol's NIRVANNA THE BAND THE SHOW THE MOVIE (2025). We travel back to 2008 the discuss one of the most requested movies in our show's history. PATREON-EXCLUSIVE EPISODE - https://www.patreon.com/posts/717-nirvanna-pod-159525773