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A Disney Renaissance ClassicJoin hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell with special guest Mandy Kaplan as they dive under the sea to explore Disney's animation breakthrough The Little Mermaid. This 1989 film marked the beginning of the Disney Renaissance and set the template for modern Disney princess stories with its memorable songs and colorful characters.The trio discusses how this film revolutionized Disney animation, introducing the now-standard "I Want" song with "Part of Your World" (which executives initially wanted to cut!). They explore how Ariel represented a new kind of Disney princess: rebellious, independent, and actively pursuing her dreams, even if those dreams involved marrying a handsome prince at sixteen.From Ursula's divine inspiration (literally—she was modeled after drag queen Divine) to the spectacular voice talents of Jodi Benson, Pat Carroll, and Buddy Hackett, the podcast examines what made this film so magical. They also hilariously point out the movie's scientific inaccuracies and questionable life lessons while acknowledging its undeniable charm and cultural impact.Key topics covered:How The Little Mermaid launched the Disney RenaissanceThe groundbreaking songwriting and animation techniquesScientific inaccuracies that plague the underwater worldAriel's questionable decision-making as a lovestruck teenagerPerfect villain creation with Ursula the sea witchThe hidden Disney princess dress references in Ariel's pink gownVoice actor highlights, including Mandy's date with the voice of Prince Eric!The film's enduring legacy and influence on subsequent Disney filmsDeep cut recommendations including Robin Hood, Enchanted, and the Descendants franchiseWhether you're a Disney adult or just appreciate the film's artistic significance, this episode captures why The Little Mermaid continues to enchant audiences decades later. As Krissy notes, "Whatever the magic is, they've got it." So grab your dinglehopper, brush up on your seagull vocabulary, and remember to be excellent to each other! --We couldn't do this without your support of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! Thank you!Join now for: $5/Month • $55/year • Learn More

The Epic Conclusion to the Original Star Wars TrilogyJoin hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell, along with special guest Francis Zagarigo, as they dive into the thrilling conclusion of the original Star Wars trilogy—Return of the Jedi (1983). This episode explores how the final installment wraps up the saga with its unforgettable characters, iconic scenes, and the ultimate battle between good and evil.Francis shares that this was his first time watching the film and declares it his favorite of the trilogy. Nathan, on the other hand, ranks it third but acknowledges its powerful ending. The hosts debate the merits of the Jabba's Palace sequence, with Krissy humorously describing it as "a Colombian drug dealer's backyard party," complete with dancing girls and bounty hunters.The group also examines Luke Skywalker's character arc, noting his all-black costume and monk-like demeanor, which hint at his potential temptation by the dark side. They highlight the reveal of Luke's green lightsaber, a practical filmmaking choice that perfectly aligns with his character's evolution.Key Topics CoveredThe impressive Jabba the Hutt puppet that weighed 2,000 pounds and cost $500,000 to buildThe problematic yet iconic "Slave Leia" metal bikini costumeThe Ewoks as an allegory for indigenous peoples overcoming technologically superior invadersIan McDiarmid's scene-stealing performance as Emperor PalpatineThe emotional redemption of Darth Vader and his sacrifice to save LukeThe satisfying conclusion that brings the original trilogy full circleSpecial edition changes, including CGI additions and an altered musical numberHost Ratings and Deep Cut RecommendationsThe hosts rate the film highly: Francis and Nathan both give it 8.5 out of 10 Ewoks, while Krissy insists it deserves a perfect 10 out of 10 Ewoks. For "deep cut" recommendations, Nathan suggests The Lord of the Rings: Return of the King as another excellent trilogy conclusion, Francis recommends Gremlins 2, and Krissy suggests Phineas and Ferb: Star Wars.Whether you're a lifelong Star Wars fan or experiencing the trilogy for the first time, this episode captures the magic that made Return of the Jedi an unforgettable cinematic experience that continues to resonate with audiences decades later. --We couldn't do this without your support of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! Thank you!Join now for: $5/Month • $55/year • Learn More

Groundbreaking Digital Frontier or 80s Tech Fantasy?Join hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell with special guest Joe Malone as they venture into the neon-lit digital world of Tron (1982). This revolutionary sci-fi adventure follows computer programmer Kevin Flynn (Jeff Bridges) as he's transported inside a computer system where he must battle alongside Tron against the tyrannical Master Control Program.The hosts dive deep into what makes this film a landmark in cinema history—it was the first major film to use extensive computer-generated imagery, so groundbreaking that the Academy disqualified it from special effects nominations because they considered using computers "cheating." Despite its commercial underperformance, the film's arcade games became massive hits, showcasing its cultural impact.Joe shares his fascinating journey with the film, initially creating a list titled "Why I Hate It" after his first viewing, only to create a contrasting "Why I Actually Really Like It" list after his second watch. The hosts agree that while the narrative sometimes falls flat and the graphics appear dated by today's standards, the film deserves recognition for pioneering digital filmmaking and presciently exploring AI concerns that remain relevant today.Nathan, a childhood fan, rates it 7.5/10 "frisbees," while newfound Tron defender Joe gives it 7.6, and Krissy lands at 6.5, noting that even her cat refused to watch it with her.Key topics discussed:Jeff Bridges' performance and undeniable charmThe revolutionary computer graphics and special effectsThe film's religious undertones with users portrayed as godlike beingsThe iconic Light Cycle sequencesSimilarities to Star Wars' narrative structureConnections to modern concerns about artificial intelligenceThe unusual costume designs and world-buildingThe surprising romantic "threpple" dynamics between charactersThe episode concludes with movie recommendations including Blade Runner (1982), WarGames (1983), and Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow (2004) as companions to Tron. Whether you're a devoted fan or new to this digital frontier, this episode illuminates why Tron remains a fascinating artifact of early digital filmmaking and 80s sci-fi imagination. --We couldn't do this without your support of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! Thank you!Join now for: $5/Month • $55/year • Learn More

A Frozen Adventure in a Galaxy Far, Far AwayIn this episode of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast, hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell are joined by special guest Francis Zagarigo to discuss the iconic sequel Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back. As a certified young person who had never seen the original trilogy before, Francis brings a fresh perspective to this beloved sci-fi classic.The hosts dive deep into what makes Empire such a standout film in the Star Wars saga. Nathan shares how this sequel takes a darker, more character-driven approach compared to the spectacle-focused original. Unlike the triumphant ending of A New Hope, Empire delivers a murkier "to be continued" conclusion that initially disappointed audiences but has since become celebrated as the franchise's pinnacle achievement.Krissy and Francis analyze the crackling romance between Han and Leia, from their contentious banter to the iconic "I love you"/"I know" exchange. Meanwhile, Francis expresses particular delight with the ice planet Hoth and less enthusiasm for the unnecessary tauntaun deaths. The trio also discusses Yoda's introduction, marveling at how a puppet became one of cinema's most believable and profound characters.Other topics covered:The Millennium Falcon's persistent mechanical problems and lovable characterDarth Vader's dramatic dinner table reveal in Cloud CityThe controversial "I am your father" twist and its impactLando Calrissian's introduction and betrayalThe special edition changes and how they compare to the originalLuke's questionable decision to abandon his Jedi trainingThe surprisingly minimal consequences of losing a hand in the Star Wars universeIn their final ratings, both hosts give Empire a perfect 10, acknowledging its profound influence on their love of cinema, while Francis awards it a respectable 7. The episode concludes with recommendations for viewers who enjoyed Empire: Nathan suggests the Disney+ series Skeleton Crew, Krissy recommends the What We Do in the Shadows episode featuring Mark Hamill, and Francis proposes Mr. & Mrs. Smith for those who enjoy the enemies-to-lovers dynamic.Whether you're a lifelong Star Wars fan or experiencing the trilogy for the first time, this episode offers both nostalgic appreciation and fresh insights into what makes The Empire Strikes Back an enduring sci-fi masterpiece. --We couldn't do this without your support of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! Thank you!Join now for: $5/Month • $55/year • Learn More

Hello Friends of the Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! We are taking a short break between seasons during February and March. In the meantime please enjoy these REBROADCAST episodes, some favorites of ours, to tide you over until we return on Wednesday April 9th with new episodes!Join Filmmaker Nathan Blackwell (Voyage Trekkers, The Last Movie Ever Made) and Comedian Krissy Lenz (Neighborhood Comedy Theatre, Saturday Matinée Podcast) with special guest, multiple Emmy award-winning Leigh Ann Dolan (Busy Tonight, Phoenix Film Festival, Valley Youth Theater) as they quip their way through the world of improbable illness and ineffectual men in their conversation about Steel Magnolias. What will the Deep Cut Recommendations be? What will they rate this classic "laughter through tears" extravaganza? --We couldn't do this without your support of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! Thank you!Join now for: $5/Month • $55/year • Learn More

Hello Friends of the Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! We are taking a short break between seasons during February and March. In the meantime please enjoy these REBROADCAST episodes, some favorites of ours, to tide you over until we return on Wednesday April 9th with new episodes!Get ready to saddle up for some wildly excellent 80s action with The Most Excellent 80s Movies podcast's tubular recap of Lethal Weapon!Our radical hosts Krissy, Nathan, and special guest Andy Andy Nelson gnaw their way through this primo slice of buddy-cop nostalgia. It's 1987 and extreme odd couple, detectives Riggs and Murtaugh, are trading quips and bullets on the streets of LA. The hosts serve up a bodacious summary of this classic flick starring Mel Gibson and Danny Glover as the mismatched cop duo. Majorly Important Points:They dish on how this flick totally created the formula for buddy cop flicks with its wacky partners. We dig it!Some stuff like Riggs' grief and the villains are now kinda bogus and don't hold up. Bummer!The action scenes are styling and they can roll with the occasional plot holes. Sweet!They analyze whether the wild Western-style ending fights really move the story. Hmmm.Other Triumphant Topics:This movie screams the 1980s with its cliches, tropes, and references. Classic!The action is almost as extreme as director Michael Bay's future flicks. Ka-boom!Some bits about women and doctors are now super cringe. Not cool!Is this really a holiday classic or just set at Christmas? We're not sure, dudes.They rate this radical movie between 6 and 8 "buns" out of 10.In conclusion, this most excellent 80s flick is a pioneer of buddy cop films despite some heinous elements that don't age well. --We couldn't do this without your support of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! Thank you!Join now for: $5/Month • $55/year • Learn More

Hello Friends of the Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! We are taking a short break between seasons during February and March. In the meantime please enjoy these REBROADCAST episodes, some favorites of ours, to tide you over until we return on Wednesday April 9th with new episodes!Join hosts Krissy Lenz, Nathan Blackwell and special guest Nate McWhortor (Gank that Drank: A Supernatural Drinking Game Podcast) as they journey down the rabbit hole of 1988's groundbreaking live-action/animated smash hit Who Framed Roger Rabbit. In this fun and insightful episode, we look at:The stunning visual effects that seamlessly blended live action and animation like never before, paving the way for modern CGIHow Robert Zemeckis brought together Disney and Warner Bros. characters on screen for the first time, an almost unthinkable crossover at the timeJessica Rabbit as a male fantasy icon but also a surprisingly nuanced female character who defies expectationsThe core theme of laughter as a unifying force contrasted with the humorless villainsThe not-so-subtle satire of Los Angeles development and transportationHow well the film holds up today as an introduction to noir for kids and familiesKrissy, Nate, and Nathan also share their personal memories of seeing Who Framed Roger Rabbit for the first time, get into the deeper themes, and analyze what still works and what doesn't all these years later. It's a spirited back-and-forth between two movie lovers taking a fond look back at a comedy classic.Other topics discussed:The rapid-fire opening cartoon sequence introducing Roger RabbitThe groundbreaking interaction of cartoons and humans at the Ink & Paint ClubThe horrifying introduction of Christopher Lloyd's Judge Doom and his deadly "Dip"The scene-stealing performance of Bob Hoskins as Eddie ValiantThe chase scenes and vintage Los Angeles settingsThe mystery plot and film noir tropesHow the plot wraps up rather quickly in the endComparing Who Framed Roger Rabbit to Cool World and Space JamSo put on your best Eddie Valiant fedora and give a listen to Krissy, Nate and Nathan pay tribute to this outrageous live action/animated mashup that brought new levels of visual wizardry to the big screen. It's a spirited and enlightening dive into a comedy classic that still delights today. --We couldn't do this without your support of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! Thank you!Join now for: $5/Month • $55/year • Learn More

Hello Friends of the Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! We are taking a short break between seasons during February and March. In the meantime please enjoy these REBROADCAST episodes, some favorites of ours, to tide you over until we return on Wednesday April 9th with new episodes!In this uproarious episode of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast, hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell team up with special guest Jared Washburn to revisit the 1989 cult classic "UHF," starring the incomparable Weird Al Yankovic. Prepare for a nostalgic journey filled with laughter as they delve into this delightfully bizarre comedy that has become a cherished gem, particularly among those who grew up in the 80s and 90s.Throughout the episode, the trio shares their personal connections and admiration for "UHF," highlighting its status as a cult favorite. They praise Weird Al's commitment to his uproarious parodies and characters, particularly his unforgettable portrayals of Indiana Jones and Rambo, which are considered major highlights of the film. The discussion also covers the unique, episodic structure of "UHF," which features an array of commercial parodies and vignettes that contribute to its charm, despite straying from a traditional narrative.Michael Richards' portrayal of Stanley Spadowski, the janitor turned children's show host, is acknowledged as particularly memorable, with his natural charm and goofiness bringing a special light to the film. The episode doesn't shy away from exploring other significant aspects, including the influence of Weird Al's music on the film's tone, the challenges of objectively rating a nostalgic favorite, and recommendations for similar comedies like "Wayne's World" and "Empire Records."The hosts also discuss the film's timeless appeal compared to other parody films of its era, the impact of "UHF" on Weird Al's career, and its surprising initial box office failure. Whether you're revisiting "UHF" or discovering it for the first time, this episode of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast promises a celebration of the unique humor and enduring legacy of Weird Al Yankovic and the creative minds behind "UHF." Join Krissy, Nathan, and Jared for an episode that's sure to evoke both laughter and a deep appreciation for this iconic film. --We couldn't do this without your support of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! Thank you!Join now for: $5/Month • $55/year • Learn More

Welcome back to The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast with your hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell! This episode dives deep into the heartfelt and iconic Rain Man (1988). From its award-winning performances by Dustin Hoffman and Tom Cruise to its unique road trip narrative, we revisit this Best Picture Oscar winner to see how it holds up through modern eyes. Prepare for thoughtful discussions, behind-the-scenes stories, and a whole lot of 80s nostalgia!PLUS! This is the last episode of this season... surprise! Ha ha. We are about to take a short break like we did last year in February and March, but this year we will have some exciting REBROADCAST episodes for you while you wait for fresh new Most Excellent 80s episodes to come at you on April 2nd!Key Takeaways:Unlikely Brotherly Bond: At its core, Rain Man is a moving story about connection, empathy, and personal growth. Tom Cruise's Charlie starts as a self-absorbed car dealer but evolves into a compassionate brother through his relationship with Raymond, an autistic savant played brilliantly by Dustin Hoffman. Their cross-country journey is filled with moments of tension, hilarity, and tenderness.Groundbreaking Representation: We explore the portrayal of autism in Rain Man—its impact on audiences and the conversations it sparked about neurodiversity. While Hoffman's depiction of Raymond remains a cultural touchpoint, we also critique its limitations and the trope of the "magical savant."Road Trips, Rainstorms, and Redemption: The road trip format mirrors the internal transformation of its characters. Each pit stop—from counting cards in Las Vegas to intimate revelations about their shared past—brings the brothers closer together and pushes Charlie toward redemption.Cultural and Industry Context: Krissy and Nathan reminisce about the 80s as an era when heartfelt dramas like Rain Man dominated the box office—a stark contrast to today's blockbuster-driven landscape. They also dive into fun facts, like how Steven Spielberg was originally slated to direct and the impact of the film's soundtrack.Other Topics Covered:Why Tom Cruise's punchable 80s charm was perfect for this role.Valeria Golino's standout performance as Charlie's compassionate girlfriend.The nostalgic quirks of 80s filmmaking, from trailers to iconic soundtracks.A candid discussion on the ethics of actors portraying characters with disabilities.Memorable scenes, like the "toothpick count" and the tender dancing lesson.How Rain Man influenced future films and pop culture references (even The Hangover!).Deep Cut Recommendations:Krissy suggests The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt for its Rain Man homage and quirky humor. Nathan recommends E.T. for its focus on empathy and unlikely friendships.Thank you for joining us on this heartfelt ride through Rain Man! Whether you're here for the nostalgia, the analysis, or just to party on with us, we're glad you're along for the journey. Don't forget to like, rate, review, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Keep the most excellent 80s movies motto in mind: Be excellent to each other and party on, dudes! --We couldn't do this without your support of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! Thank you!Join now for: $5/Month • $55/year • Learn More

Join hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell as they dive deep into one of the most bewildering teen films of the 1980s - Dream a Little Dream (1989). This surreal body-swap comedy starring the two Coreys (Feldman and Haim) alongside veteran actors Jason Robards and Piper Laurie proves to be a fascinating mess of metaphysical poetry, teen romance, and inexplicable violence.Following a recommendation from previous guest Corey Feldman himself, our hosts unpack this peculiar film where an elderly couple's meditation experiment goes wrong, causing Jason Robards' consciousness to become trapped in Corey Feldman's teenage body. What follows is a two-hour journey filled with Michael Jackson dance numbers, cryptic dream sequences, and a surprisingly dark subplot involving an unhinged boyfriend with a gun.The hosts discuss how the film's attempt to blend spiritual themes with teen comedy creates a confusing narrative that never quite comes together. They note how Corey Haim's character wasn't even in the original script, yet his improvised scenes end up being some of the most entertaining moments in the film. The podcast also explores the movie's bizarre editing choices, unnecessarily long runtime, and its struggle to maintain coherent character motivations.Key topics covered:The unusual chemistry between Jason Robards and Corey FeldmanCorey Haim's last-minute addition to the cast and his real-life broken legThe film's confusing dream logic and metaphysical elementsQuestionable subplot involving drugged teenagers and gun violenceExtended Michael Jackson-inspired dance sequencesThe movie's marketing focus on "The Two Coreys" despite Haim's minimal roleDiscussion of the 1995 sequel Dream a Little Dream 2Comparison to other body-swap films like Freaky (2020)In their final assessment, Krissy and Nathan rate the film three and four "broken legs" out of ten respectively, acknowledging its flaws while maintaining respect for the ambitious if misguided attempt to create something unique in the teen movie genre. While Dream a Little Dream may not be "so bad it's good," it certainly provides plenty of material for discussion and bewilderment. --We couldn't do this without your support of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! Thank you!Join now for: $5/Month • $55/year • Learn More

Join hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell with special guest Alice Baker as they roundhouse kick their way through Barry Gordy's 1985 martial arts musical mashup The Last Dragon. This cult classic blends kung fu action, Motown music, and 80s pop culture into a unique cinematic experience that defies traditional genre boundaries.The hosts dive deep into the film's peculiar plot, following Leroy Green's quest to achieve "the glow" while navigating between two outrageous villains: the flamboyant Sho'nuff (played brilliantly by Julius Carry) and the unhinged video game mogul Eddie Arcadian. The discussion highlights how the movie, despite being a critical failure, became a beloved cultural touchstone, particularly in the Black community, spawning memorable catchphrases and iconic scenes.The episode reveals fascinating behind-the-scenes details, including how the film nearly missed securing Bruce Lee footage rights and lost 40 pages of script in a fortunate accident that actually helped streamline the final cut. The hosts also explore the impressive Motown soundtrack, featuring collaborations with legendary musicians, though they agree some of the songs haven't aged as gracefully as others.Key Topics Covered:Early career appearances by William H. Macy and Chazz PalminteriThe impressive roster of actors who almost played Leroy, including Denzel Washington and Lawrence FishburneVanity's decision to choose this film over Purple RainThe cultural mixing of various martial arts styles and traditionsThe film's innovative blend of music video aesthetics with martial arts actionNotable fight choreography by Robert van CleefYoung Ernie Reyes Jr.'s scene-stealing performanceThe movie's influence on future films, including possible Matrix connectionsVarying audience reactions and the film's revival screening appealWhether you're a longtime fan or discovering this unique piece of 80s cinema for the first time, this episode offers an entertaining deep dive into a film that perfectly encapsulates the decade's excess, style, and charm. The hosts rate it between 6-7 out of 10, agreeing that while the plot may meander, the entertainment value, particularly when watched with friends, makes it a worthwhile viewing experience. --We couldn't do this without your support of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! Thank you!Join now for: $5/Month • $55/year • Learn More

80s icon Corey Feldman joins The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast to discuss his new film Going Viral (2024), a nostalgic throwback that imagines what social media might have looked like in the 1980s. Hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell sit down with the star of classics like The Goonies and Stand By Me for an engaging conversation about this unique blend of retro aesthetics and modern technology.Feldman describes Going Viral as a family-friendly adventure that captures the essence of 80s filmmaking while exploring an alternate reality where viral video fame existed alongside Nintendo Game Boys and arcade machines. The film follows a teen's quest for video stardom that takes a dark turn when a mysterious AI offers fame at a concerning price. With authentic period details like Pac-Man cabinets and Goonies posters decorating the background, the movie creates what Feldman calls a "parallel universe" version of 80s technology.The conversation takes an introspective turn as Feldman discusses his approach to acting roles throughout his career, explaining how he's always strived to avoid typecasting by making each character distinct. He also shares candid insights about his journey through Hollywood, including his experiences with low-budget films in the early 90s and his pride in more serious artistic endeavors like The Birthday, which recently received its long-awaited US release.Key Topics Covered:Details about Going Viral and its unique premise combining 80s aesthetics with modern social media conceptsFeldman's role as a burnt-out competitive arcade gamerThe careful attention to period detail in the film's production designFeldman's thoughts on what makes a good "background movie" for family viewingDiscussion of Dream a Little Dream as a pivotal film in Feldman's careerHis experience contributing music to film soundtracksReflections on working with legendary actors like Jason Robards and Harry Dean StantonThe episode concludes with Feldman recommending Dream a Little Dream as the next film for the podcast to review, praising it as the "quintessential end of the 80s movie" that marked a more mature direction for himself and costar Corey Haim. Catch Going Viral on Amazon and Apple for a fresh take on 80s nostalgia with a modern twist. --We couldn't do this without your support of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! Thank you!Join now for: $5/Month • $55/year • Learn More

National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation: A Hilarious Holiday Classic DissectedJoin the hosts of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast as they unwrap the comedic genius of National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation, the 1989 holiday comedy that has become a beloved family tradition for millions. Featuring special guests Adam and Megan Hughes Rini, this episode offers a deep dive into one of the most iconic Christmas movies of all time.The Griswold Family Christmas: Chaos, Comedy, and NostalgiaChevy Chase stars as Clark Griswold, the well-intentioned but disaster-prone father determined to create the perfect family Christmas. The podcast breaks down the film's most memorable moments, from the epic Christmas tree hunt to the legendary light display that threatens to burn down the neighborhood. Hosts highlight how the movie captures the quintessential 80s family comedy, complete with John Hughes' signature touch of suburban humor and heart.The episode explores the film's enduring appeal, discussing how the characters - from Beverly D'Angelo's patient Ellen to Randy Quaid's unforgettable Cousin Eddie - have become cultural touchstones. The guests share personal memories of watching the movie, revealing why it has become a holiday tradition for so many families.Key Topics Discussed:The evolution of the National Lampoon's Vacation franchiseMemorable scene breakdowns, including the infamous sledding sequenceBehind-the-scenes trivia about the cast and productionThe film's representation of 1980s suburban family dynamicsWhy the movie continues to resonate with audiences decades laterOther Fascinating Moments Covered:The bizarre turkey dinner sceneClark's workplace bonus dramaThe hilarious interactions with yuppie neighbors Todd and MargoThe legendary squirrel sceneComparing Christmas Vacation to other holiday comediesThe podcast wraps up with the hosts rating the movie - a near-perfect 9 out of 10 squirrels - and offering their personal deep-cut movie recommendations. Whether you're a die-hard fan or a first-time viewer, this episode offers a nostalgic and laugh-filled exploration of a true holiday comedy classic.Don't miss this ultimate Christmas Vacation deep dive - it's the gift that keeps on giving! --We couldn't do this without your support of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! Thank you!Join now for: $5/Month • $55/year • Learn More

Step into the DeLorean with hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell as they revisit the mind-bending 1989 sequel Back to the Future Part II. This zany time-traveling adventure pushes Marty McFly and Doc Brown to their limits as they navigate multiple timelines, alternate realities, and a dystopian version of Hill Valley ruled by the villainous Biff Tannen.The hosts dive deep into how Back to the Future Part II differs from its predecessor, noting its darker tone and more complex narrative structure. They explore how the film effectively splits into three distinct sections: the retro-futuristic 2015 sequence, the nightmarish alternate 1985, and the return to 1955 that cleverly interweaves with events from the first film. Nathan shares his initial disappointment with the sequel upon its 1989 release, while Krissy maintains her longtime love for its imaginative storytelling.Special praise is given to the performances, particularly Thomas F. Wilson's versatility in playing multiple versions of Biff Tannen and Lea Thompson's range as various incarnations of Lorraine. The hosts also discuss how the film introduced many viewers to concepts like the multiverse and alternate timelines through Doc Brown's simple yet effective explanation of the space-time continuum.Other topics covered:The film's prescient portrayal of Biff as a Trump-like figure in the alternate 1985The extensive merchandising campaign, including Pizza Hut's promotional sunglassesChristopher Lloyd's ageless performance as Doc BrownHow the film serves as part one of a larger story concluding in Back to the Future Part IIIThe practical effects and set design used to transform Hill Valley across different time periodsThe controversial addition of Marty's "chicken" character flawThe enduring appeal of the film's retro-futuristic 2015 aestheticThe Universal Studios clock tower set and its various iterationsWhile rating the film, Nathan gives it a 7.5 out of 10 sports almanacs, noting how his appreciation has grown over time, while Krissy awards it a solid 9, placing it just below the perfect 10s she gives to parts one and three. The hosts conclude that while Part II may be the most divisive entry in the trilogy, its ambitious storytelling and creative world-building have helped it age into a unique and essential chapter in the Back to the Future saga. --We couldn't do this without your support of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! Thank you!Join now for: $5/Month • $55/year • Learn More

Join hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell, along with special guest Nate McWhortor, as they dive into the cult classic Evil Dead II (1987). This episode is packed with spine-tingling insights and hilarious commentary on one of the most beloved horror-comedies of all time. Whether you're a die-hard fan or a newcomer to the franchise, you won't want to miss this thrilling discussion!Evil Dead II is not just a sequel; it's a reimagining that combines slapstick humor with horror in a way that only Sam Raimi could pull off. The hosts explore the film's unique blend of genres, showcasing how it successfully balances terror and comedy. They delve into Bruce Campbell's iconic portrayal of Ash Williams, examining his character's evolution from the first film to this sequel and how it set the standard for future horror heroes.The discussion also touches on the film's groundbreaking practical effects, which contributed to its lasting impact on the horror genre. Krissy, Nathan, and Nate analyze the creative decisions that led to some of the most memorable and terrifying moments, from the possessed furniture to the infamous chainsaw hand.Additionally, the hosts share their thoughts on the film's cultural significance and its role in establishing a devoted fan base. They highlight how Evil Dead II influenced countless films and inspired a new wave of horror-comedy that we still see today.Key Takeaways:Genre-Blending Masterpiece: Evil Dead II is a pioneering example of combining horror with slapstick humor, setting a precedent for future films.Iconic Performance: Bruce Campbell's Ash Williams becomes a horror icon, with a blend of charisma and humor that defines the character.Innovative Effects: The film's practical effects and creative direction remain influential in the horror genre.Cultural Impact: Evil Dead II has left a lasting mark on pop culture, inspiring generations of filmmakers and fans alike.Other Topics Covered:The film's memorable one-liners and quotesBehind-the-scenes stories from the making of Evil Dead IIComparisons with the original The Evil DeadThe legacy of Sam Raimi and Bruce CampbellA look at the film's reception over the yearTune in for an episode that celebrates the campy terror and comedic genius of Evil Dead II. Whether you're revisiting this classic or watching it for the first time, Krissy, Nathan, and Nate's insights will make you appreciate the film in a whole new light. Don't forget to subscribe for more deep dives into the most excellent 80s movies! --We couldn't do this without your support of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! Thank you!Join now for: $5/Month • $55/year • Learn More

Join hosts Nathan Blackwell and Krissy Lenz as they dive into the groundbreaking 1980 workplace comedy 9 to 5, starring Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, and Dolly Parton in her film debut. This feminist revenge fantasy became the first female-led film to break $100 million at the box office, but does it hold up today?The hosts explore how the film starts as a grounded workplace drama about three women dealing with their sexist boss (Dabney Coleman) before taking several unexpected turns into screwball comedy territory. After a marijuana-fueled evening of revenge fantasies, the story evolves into an outrageous caper involving suspected poisoning, stolen corpses, and an elaborate kidnapping scheme.While the movie's pacing occasionally drags and some scenes feel theatrical, the incredible chemistry between the three leads keeps the film engaging. The hosts give particular praise to Dolly Parton and Lily Tomlin's performances, noting how naturally they take to their roles. The film's workplace reform message - including equal pay, flexible hours, and daycare - remains surprisingly relevant, even if some of the comedy feels dated.Key Topics Discussed:The iconic opening credits sequence set to Dolly Parton's 9 to 5How the film shifts from office satire to madcap comedyEach character's elaborate fantasy sequence for getting revenge on their bossThe progressive workplace changes implemented by the womenSterling Hayden's cameo as the Chairman of the BoardThe film's influence on workplace comedy genreDeep cut recommendations including Sorry to Bother You and the British version of The OfficeDiscussion of Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin's later collaboration on Grace and FrankieNathan and Krissy rate the film 7 out of 10 "typewriters," agreeing that while some scenes drag and the tone shifts dramatically, 9 to 5 remains an entertaining time capsule of 1980s workplace culture and feminist comedy. Whether you're revisiting this classic or discovering it for the first time, there's plenty to appreciate in this pioneering film that helped pave the way for women-led comedies. --We couldn't do this without your support of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! Thank you!Join now for: $5/Month • $55/year • Learn More

Join hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell, along with returning guest Adam Marshall Rini, as they dive deep into John Carpenter's politically charged sci-fi action film They Live (1988). This cult classic starring WWE legend "Rowdy" Roddy Piper delivers a scathing critique of Reaganomics and consumer culture through the lens of an alien invasion thriller.The hosts explore how They Live serves as a perfect gateway for introducing young audiences to anti-capitalist themes through its memorable combination of professional wrestling swagger and science fiction elements. While the film may be both "undercooked and overcooked," its messaging about class warfare and media manipulation remains startlingly relevant today.The episode features a fascinating discussion about John Carpenter's distinctive directing style, particularly his ability to craft compelling outsider characters and blend Western genre elements into urban settings. The hosts also dive into the film's practical effects, including its innovative black-and-white "alien vision" sequences and the infamous six-minute alley fight scene that has become a pop culture touchstone.Key Topics Discussed:The film's commentary on 1980s consumer culture and wealth inequalityRoddy Piper's transition from WWE superstar to action movie leadThe significance of the iconic sunglasses reveal (30 minutes into the film)Keith David's crucial supporting role and chemistry with PiperThe influence of They Live on modern media and pop cultureComparison to video games like Fallout: New VegasThe movie's lasting impact on anti-establishment messaging in filmWhether you're a longtime fan of John Carpenter's work or discovering They Live for the first time, this episode offers fresh insights into a movie that dares to ask who really controls our society – and what we're willing to do about it. The hosts rate the film on a scale of "sunglasses," leading to an interesting split between nostalgic appreciation and modern critical analysis.Wrap up the episode with some excellent recommendations for further exploration, including Fight Club, Noam Chomsky's "Understanding Power," and Green Day's political punk rock as natural next steps for those intrigued by the themes in They Live. --We couldn't do this without your support of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! Thank you!Join now for: $5/Month • $55/year • Learn More

Dive into the hilarious world of role reversal with Mr. Mom (1983) in this episode of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! Hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell unpack this classic comedy starring Michael Keaton and Teri Garr, exploring its impact, humor, and relevance in today's world.Discover how Mr. Mom captures the essence of 1980s family dynamics as Jack Butler (Keaton) becomes a stay-at-home dad while his wife Caroline (Garr) re-enters the workforce. The hosts discuss the film's portrayal of gender roles, parenting challenges, and workplace dynamics, offering both nostalgic appreciation and modern critique.Krissy and Nathan dive deep into the movie's comedic elements, from Jack's hilarious misadventures in housekeeping to Caroline's navigation of the cutthroat advertising world. They explore how the film's humor, while sometimes dated, still resonates with audiences today and serves as a time capsule of 1980s American culture.The podcast duo examines the stellar performances of Michael Keaton and Teri Garr, highlighting how their chemistry and comedic timing elevate the film. They also discuss the movie's place in John Hughes' writing career and its influence on future family comedies.Key topics covered in this episode include:The film's portrayal of changing family dynamics in the 1980sMichael Keaton's comedic performance and career trajectoryJohn Hughes' writing style and its impact on the movieThe movie's treatment of workplace sexism and gender stereotypesMemorable scenes and quotable lines from Mr. MomThe film's box office success and cultural impactHow Mr. Mom holds up as a time capsule of 1980s AmericaComparison to other role-reversal comedies like Three Men and a BabyBehind-the-scenes facts about the movie's productionThe hosts' personal ratings and recommendationsWhether you're a longtime fan of Mr. Mom or discovering it for the first time, this episode offers a fun, insightful look at a comedy classic. Join Krissy and Nathan as they celebrate the laughs, examine the cultural significance, and ponder how a modern remake might look. Don't miss this deep dive into one of the 1980s' most beloved family comedies! --We couldn't do this without your support of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! Thank you!Join now for: $5/Month • $55/year • Learn More

When 80s Comedy Meets Sci-Fi BrillianceJoin hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell as they dive into the quirky world of Real Genius, the 1985 sci-fi comedy that proves even geniuses know how to party. This episode of "The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast" explores how director Martha Coolidge blended teenage hijinks with cutting-edge science for a uniquely 80s experience.Val Kilmer's Breakout PerformanceAt the heart of Real Genius is Val Kilmer's charismatic portrayal of Chris Knight, a senior genius who's mastered the art of balancing academia with outrageous pranks. Our hosts discuss how Kilmer's performance set the stage for his future stardom and why Chris Knight remains an iconic 80s character.More Than Just Another Teen ComedyWhile Real Genius delivers plenty of laughs, it also tackles weightier themes. The podcast delves into how the film explores the pressures of academic excellence, the ethical implications of scientific research, and the importance of using one's intellect responsibly.A Time Capsule of 80s Tech DreamsThe movie's centerpiece – a high-powered laser project – reflects the era's fascination with emerging technologies. Krissy and Nathan examine how Real Genius captured the spirit of 80s technological optimism while also warning about the potential misuse of scientific advancements.Other Topics Covered:The film's portrayal of Pacific Tech as a "Hogwarts for science nerds"Memorable pranks, including the legendary popcorn house finaleJohn Gries's scene-stealing performance as Lazlo HollyfeldThe movie's quotable dialogue and its lasting impact on pop cultureComparisons to other 80s teen and science-focused filmsA Genius That Stands the Test of TimeAs Krissy and Nathan wrap up their discussion, they reflect on why Real Genius continues to resonate with audiences nearly four decades later. Its blend of humor, heart, and brains makes it more than just another 80s comedy - it's a celebration of intellect, friendship, and the power of thinking outside the box.Whether you're a long-time fan or discovering Real Genius for the first time, this episode offers fresh insights and plenty of nostalgia. So grab your popcorn, fire up your lasers, and join us for a most excellent journey back to 1985! --We couldn't do this without your support of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! Thank you!Join now for: $5/Month • $55/year • Learn More

Dive into the enchanting world of mermaids and romance with "The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast" as hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell make a splash discussing the 1984 hit film Splash. This delightful romantic comedy starring Tom Hanks and Daryl Hannah captures the magic of first love and the fish-out-of-water story that charmed audiences nearly four decades ago.The hosts explore the film's premise, following the story of Allen Bauer, a man who can't seem to find love until he's reunited with a mermaid he encountered as a child. They discuss the chemistry between Hanks and Hannah, praising their performances as career-defining roles that almost went to other actors. The podcast delves into the film's special effects, particularly the impressive underwater scenes and mermaid transformations that still hold up today.Krissy and Nathan highlight John Candy's memorable turn as Allen's lovable but irresponsible brother Freddie, and Eugene Levy's scene-stealing performance as the determined scientist obsessed with proving mermaids exist. They examine how Splash popularized the name Madison and influenced the "fish out of water" trope in 80s cinema.The hosts also touch on the film's enduring charm, its exploration of love and belonging, and the bittersweet ending that leaves audiences pondering the sacrifices we make for love. They discuss how Splash balances comedy, romance, and fantasy elements to create a timeless classic that continues to captivate viewers.Other topics covered include:The film's impressive practical effects, especially the underwater scenesThe humor derived from Madison learning English through televisionThe government's comically extreme reaction to discovering a mermaidThe movie's influence on romantic comedies and fantasy filmsA brief mention of the made-for-TV sequel Splash, TooComparisons to other fish-out-of-water stories like Beverly Hills CopThe hosts' ratings of the film and their deep-cut recommendationsWhether you're a long-time fan of Splash or discovering it for the first time, this episode of "The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast" offers a fun, insightful look at a beloved 80s classic. Dive in for a discussion that's sure to make you fall in love with this mermaid tale all over again. --We couldn't do this without your support of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! Thank you!Join now for: $5/Month • $55/year • Learn More

“Have you ever fired two guns whilst jumping through the air?”Talking About Hot Fuzz with our guest, filmmaker Nathan BlackwellIn this episode of Movies We Like, filmmaker Nathan Blackwell (and co-host of TruStory FM's own The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast) joins Andy Nelson and Pete Wright to discuss Edgar Wright's comedic action film, Hot Fuzz. Nathan shares his love for the movie and how it has influenced his own filmmaking journey. The conversation delves into Nathan's path to becoming a filmmaker, from his early days making short films inspired by 80s classics to the challenges and triumphs of creating his first feature films.Nathan discusses the making of his latest film, The Last Movie Ever Made, and how it represents a culmination of his experiences and growth as a filmmaker. He shares insights into the creative process, the importance of finding one's voice, and the challenges of getting an independent film seen in today's competitive landscape.The discussion also touches on the heart of The Last Movie Ever Made, which lies in its exploration of the power of movies to bring people together and create a sense of community. Nathan reflects on how this theme resonates with his own love for films like Ed Wood and Bowfinger, which celebrate the passion and camaraderie of filmmaking.Hot Fuzz serves as a perfect backdrop for this engaging conversation about the joys and challenges of independent filmmaking. Edgar Wright's clever blend of action, comedy, and genre love is a fitting parallel to Nathan's own journey as a filmmaker who has navigated the ups and downs of the industry to create something unique and personal. Join Andy, Pete, and Nathan as they celebrate the magic of movies and the resilience of the creative spirit in this inspiring episode of Movies We Like.Film SundriesWatch The Last Movie Ever Made on Apple or Amazon, or find other places at JustWatchFind Nathan at Squishy StudiosFollow The Last Movie Ever Made on Instagram, Twitter, IMDb, and LetterboxdWatch Hot Fuzz on Apple or Amazon, or find other places at JustWatchScript OptionsTheatrical trailerLetterboxd Start your own podcast journey with the best host in the business. Try TRANSISTOR today!Want to upgrade your LETTERBOXD account? Use our PROMO CODE to get a DISCOUNT and help us out in the process!Find source material for The Next Reel's family of podcasts – and thousands of other great reads – at AUDIBLE! Get your free audiobook and 30-day free trial today.Join the conversation with movie lovers from around the world on The Next Reel's DISCORD channel!Here's where you can find us around the internet:The WebLetterboxdCheck out poster artwork for movies we've discussed on our Pinterest pagePeteAndyWe spend hours every week putting this show together for you, our dear listener, and it would sure mean a lot to us if you considered becoming a member. When you do, you get early access to shows, ad-free episodes, and a TON of bonus content. To those who already support the show, thank you. To those who don't yet: what are you waiting for?Become a Member here: $5 monthly or $55 annuallyWhat are some other ways you can support us and show your love? Glad you asked!You can buy TNR apparel, stickers, mugs and more from our MERCH PAGE.Or buy or rent movies we've discussed on the show from our WATCH PAGE.Or buy books, plays, etc. that was the source for movies we've discussed on the show from our ORIGINALS PAGE.

In the latest episode of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast, hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell, along with special guest Matthew Fox from The Ethical Panda, delve into the iconic 1984 supernatural comedy, "Ghostbusters." This episode is a treasure trove for fans and newcomers alike, offering a nostalgic look at why "Ghostbusters" continues to captivate audiences nearly four decades after its initial release.During their discussion, the hosts explore the film's unforgettable characters and groundbreaking special effects, dissecting the elements that contribute to its lasting appeal. They dive into the chemistry of the iconic trio—Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, and Harold Ramis—whose improvisational skills greatly contributed to the movie's success. Additionally, they tackle some of the ethical dilemmas and problematic elements of the film, such as the portrayal of women and certain controversial behaviors of the characters, examining these issues through a modern lens.The episode also highlights the impressive practical effects, especially the memorable Stay Puft Marshmallow Man sequence, and discusses the challenges and mixed receptions surrounding the sequels and attempts to revive the franchise. Further topics of conversation include the film's status as a quintessential 80s comedy, the often-overlooked role of Winston Zeddemore played by Ernie Hudson, the impact of cameo appearances and casting decisions like Rick Moranis as Louis Tully, and the enduring appeal of the "Ghostbusters" theme song.With their signature blend of humor, insight, and deep pop culture knowledge, Krissy, Nathan, and Matthew offer a fresh and engaging perspective on "Ghostbusters." This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to relive the magic of this cult classic or discover its charms for the first time.

In this uproarious episode of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast, hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell team up with special guest Jared Washburn to revisit the 1989 cult classic "UHF," starring the incomparable Weird Al Yankovic. Prepare for a nostalgic journey filled with laughter as they delve into this delightfully bizarre comedy that has become a cherished gem, particularly among those who grew up in the 80s and 90s.Throughout the episode, the trio shares their personal connections and admiration for "UHF," highlighting its status as a cult favorite. They praise Weird Al's commitment to his uproarious parodies and characters, particularly his unforgettable portrayals of Indiana Jones and Rambo, which are considered major highlights of the film. The discussion also covers the unique, episodic structure of "UHF," which features an array of commercial parodies and vignettes that contribute to its charm, despite straying from a traditional narrative.Michael Richards' portrayal of Stanley Spadowski, the janitor turned children's show host, is acknowledged as particularly memorable, with his natural charm and goofiness bringing a special light to the film. The episode doesn't shy away from exploring other significant aspects, including the influence of Weird Al's music on the film's tone, the challenges of objectively rating a nostalgic favorite, and recommendations for similar comedies like "Wayne's World" and "Empire Records."The hosts also discuss the film's timeless appeal compared to other parody films of its era, the impact of "UHF" on Weird Al's career, and its surprising initial box office failure. Whether you're revisiting "UHF" or discovering it for the first time, this episode of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast promises a celebration of the unique humor and enduring legacy of Weird Al Yankovic and the creative minds behind "UHF." Join Krissy, Nathan, and Jared for an episode that's sure to evoke both laughter and a deep appreciation for this iconic film.

Welcome back baseball fans and 80s movie buffs! In this week's episode of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast, hosts Krissy and Nathan discuss the 1989 fantasy film Field of Dreams with fellow podcaster and filmmaker, Tommy Metz III. This nostalgic baseball movie stars Kevin Costner as Iowa farmer Ray Kinsella, who hears a mysterious voice telling him to build a baseball diamond in his cornfields. After Ray builds the field, the ghosts of Shoeless Joe Jackson and other players banned from baseball for alleged game-fixing in the 1919 World Series emerge from the crops to play ball again. The hosts reflect on Field of Dreams' sentimental exploration of family, redemption, and second chances.Field of Dreams skillfully balances sentimentality with elements of fantasy and the supernatural to avoid becoming overly sappy or precious. The scenes with Shoeless Joe retain a sense of mystery and discovery.The excellent ensemble cast features memorable performances by James Earl Jones, Amy Madigan, and the actors playing the ghostly ballplayers.Comparing Field of Dreams to similar fantasy films like The NaturalExamining the movie's nostalgic, timeless portrayal of the rural MidwestAppreciating the emotive score by James HornerAnalysis of the mysterious voice and its cryptic instructionsDebate over the meaning of Terrence Mann entering the cornfield at the endConclusionField of Dreams continues to captivate audiences more than 30 years later thanks to its winning blend of fantasy, nostalgia, and emotional resonance. Its exploration of how we can heal connections with family and history makes it a lasting classic. Tune in next week when Krissy and Nathan review another unforgettable 80s movie!

Welcome to another tubular episode of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! Hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell cut footloose with the 1984 musical drama that made everyone want to dance.In this episode, Krissy and Nathan discuss the culture clash between Ren, a city kid played by Kevin Bacon, and the conservative Utah town he moves to that has banned dancing and rock music. They break down all the key scenes, like Ariel's wild car stunts, the fight dancing, and the tractor chicken race. Where does Footloose rank among other 80s dancing movies like Dirty Dancing and Flashdance?Krissy and Nathan also examine whether Ariel is a likeable love interest, the naked boy shower scene, and how they would rewrite the story to focus more on the joy of dancing. They rate Footloose on the tractor scale and make recommendations for better uses of your time, like Roadhouse and the Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special with Kevin Bacon.So lace up your dance shoes and get ready to cut loose with Chrissy and Nathan on this totally awesome episode all about Footloose! --We couldn't do this without your support of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! Thank you!Join now for: $5/Month • $55/year • Learn More

Get ready to saddle up for some wildly excellent 80s action with The Most Excellent 80s Movies podcast's tubular recap of Lethal Weapon!Our radical hosts Krissy, Nathan, and special guest Andy Andy Nelson gnaw their way through this primo slice of buddy-cop nostalgia. It's 1987 and extreme odd couple, detectives Riggs and Murtaugh, are trading quips and bullets on the streets of LA. The hosts serve up a bodacious summary of this classic flick starring Mel Gibson and Danny Glover as the mismatched cop duo. Majorly Important Points: They dish on how this flick totally created the formula for buddy cop flicks with its wacky partners. We dig it! Some stuff like Riggs' grief and the villains are now kinda bogus and don't hold up. Bummer! The action scenes are styling and they can roll with the occasional plot holes. Sweet! They analyze whether the wild Western-style ending fights really move the story. Hmmm. Other Triumphant Topics: This movie screams the 1980s with its cliches, tropes, and references. Classic! The action is almost as extreme as director Michael Bay's future flicks. Ka-boom! Some bits about women and doctors are now super cringe. Not cool! Is this really a holiday classic or just set at Christmas? We're not sure, dudes. They rate this radical movie between 6 and 8 "buns" out of 10. In conclusion, this most excellent 80s flick is a pioneer of buddy cop films despite some heinous elements that don't age well.

It's time to talk about the last of the origional trio of Indiana Jones Movies from the 80's. It's one of the best with lots of Holy Grail searching fun!To hear more of Matthew Fox's work go to TheEthicalPanda.com or search for Superhero Ethics or Star Wars Universe Podcast. You can also find them at:Tiktok: @TheEthicalPandaTwitter:@EthicalPanda77Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheEthicalPandaNathan Blackwell is an independent filmmaker, the founder of Squishy Studios, and the co-host of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast.You can find his movie at:www.lastmovieevermade.comwww.chattfilmfest.org/Check out all the other Stranded Panda Podcasts at:www.strandedpanda.comThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4242999/advertisement

Join filmmaker Nathan Blackwell (Voyage Trekkers, The Last Movie Ever Made) and improv comedian Krissy Lenz (The Neighborhood Comedy Theatre, The Cool Time Dice Hour) and guests author Craig Michael Curtis and actor Adam Marshall Rini, both stars of The Last Movie Ever Made, on the 100th episode of the Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast!Letterboxd says, "ADVENTURE DOESN'T COME ANY BIGGER! When trucker Jack Burton agreed to take his friend, Wang Chi, to pick up his fiancee at the airport, he never expected to get involved in a supernatural battle between good and evil. Wang's fiancee has emerald green eyes, which make her a perfect target for immortal sorcerer Lo Pan and his three invincible cronies. Lo Pan must marry a girl with green eyes so he can regain his physical form."

Minute Forty Eight: From Thor Warning Loki to Iron Man Blasting ThorNathan Blackwell and Krissy Lenz, from Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast, part of the TruStory FM Entertainment Podcast Network, join us in this episode!In the forty-eighth minute of The Avengers...Thor and Loki are mid-conversation and it's just getting good. We're just learning that Thor needed the Tesseract to get Loki home. But it's all interrupted when Tony finally shows up and decides to just start fighting. The break in conversation, as it turns out, is a very Notaro-esque thing to do. It's fun. But how does the fighting between heroes play? It certainly fulfills the comic book tropes, but what's it say about our heroes? Does it make sense in the story? We bicker about it and largely land on the idea that it helps, even if Andy's still a bit unsure of it. We do get some fun battling between Tony and Thor though! Tune in!Join the conversation with movie lovers from around the world on The Next Reel's Discord channel!Film SundriesNeighborhood Comedy TheatreMost Excellent 80s Movies PodcastFacebook and Instagram and the webSquishy StudiosFacebook, Twitter, and InstagramWatch this film: iTunes • Amazon • YouTube • Disney+Join the conversation on DiscordScriptTrailer #1Trailer #2Poster artworkOriginal MaterialSeason 6 Show Art by Winston Yabo. Find him on InstagramSeason 6 Music: “Message to the World” by Anthony Vega. Find him on Instagram(00:00) - Marvel Movie Minute • Season 6 • The Avengers

Minute Forty Seven: From A Compliment From Loki to Thor Summoning MjølnirNathan Blackwell and Krissy Lenz, from Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast, part of the TruStory FM Entertainment Podcast Network, join us in this episode!In the forty-seventh minute of The Avengers...The conversation between Loki and Thor continues. Plus, it turns out Odin's tuning in as Huggin and Munnin, his two ravens, make an appearance. In this minute, the conversation turns toward Earth, Thor's ‘leadership,' the idea of ruling, the idea of humanity managing without gods, and more. Plus, we talk about the Tesseract, some expositional acting, and more. Tune in!Join the conversation with movie lovers from around the world on The Next Reel's Discord channel!Film SundriesNeighborhood Comedy TheatreMost Excellent 80s Movies PodcastFacebook and Instagram and the webSquishy StudiosFacebook, Twitter, and InstagramWatch this film: iTunes • Amazon • YouTube • Disney+Join the conversation on DiscordScriptTrailer #1Trailer #2Poster artworkOriginal MaterialSeason 6 Show Art by Winston Yabo. Find him on InstagramSeason 6 Music: “Message to the World” by Anthony Vega. Find him on Instagram(00:00) - Marvel Movie Minute • Season 6 • The Avengers

Minute Forty Six: From Grumpy Thor to Laughing LokiNathan Blackwell and Krissy Lenz, from Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast, part of the TruStory FM Entertainment Podcast Network, join us in this episode!In the forty-sixth minute of The Avengers...We get several full minutes to discuss the conversation between Thor and Loki on the side of a cliff, that looks remarkably like the spot where Captain America joined the Howling Commandos as they prepared to zipline down to the HYDRA train. Like the same set? Sure feels that way. We also talk about the idea of dark energy and how Odin got Thor here, along with many aspects of their broken relationship after Thor thought Loki was dead. Tune in!Join the conversation with movie lovers from around the world on The Next Reel's Discord channel!Film SundriesNeighborhood Comedy TheatreMost Excellent 80s Movies PodcastFacebook and Instagram and the webSquishy StudiosFacebook, Twitter, and InstagramWatch this film: iTunes • Amazon • YouTube • Disney+Join the conversation on DiscordScriptTrailer #1Trailer #2Poster artworkOriginal MaterialSeason 6 Show Art by Winston Yabo. Find him on InstagramSeason 6 Music: “Message to the World” by Anthony Vega. Find him on Instagram(00:00) - Marvel Movie Minute • Season 6 • The Avengers

Minute Forty Five: From Thor's Arrival to Loki Saying He Missed His Brother.Nathan Blackwell and Krissy Lenz, from Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast, part of the TruStory FM Entertainment Podcast Network, join us in this episode!In the forty-fifth minute of The Avengers...Thor takes Loki and runs. We've got more fun character dynamics as we dig into this minute. How does Tony's reaction to getting hit play? Is that why he's in attack mode? And nice to see Steve's still needing a parachute. Not for much longer! What's with him calling Natasha ma'am? That seems too old-fashioned, particularly for someone he knows. This minute also gives us a chance to dig into not only what God wears, but also the idea of God and gods. We explore this a bit. And then we travel to the cliff top with Thor and Loki as they begin their conversation. Tune in!Join the conversation with movie lovers from around the world on The Next Reel's Discord channel!Film SundriesNeighborhood Comedy TheatreMost Excellent 80s Movies PodcastFacebook and Instagram and the webSquishy StudiosFacebook, Twitter, and InstagramWatch this film: iTunes • Amazon • YouTube • Disney+Join the conversation on DiscordScriptTrailer #1Trailer #2Poster artworkOriginal MaterialSeason 6 Show Art by Winston Yabo. Find him on InstagramSeason 6 Music: “Message to the World” by Anthony Vega. Find him on Instagram(00:00) - Marvel Movie Minute • Season 6 • The Avengers

Minute Forty Four: From Cap Not Liking It to Cap Not Getting ItNathan Blackwell and Krissy Lenz, from Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast, part of the TruStory FM Entertainment Podcast Network, join us in this episode!In the forty-fourth minute of The Avengers...It's quinjet time! Why is Loki so quiet? And why is Natasha acting like the group mom? We talk a bit about likely direction and mountain range we're flying over before we dig into the juicy part of this minute – relationship dynamics beween our heroes. Why is Tony acting like such a jerk? What does Steve think of him? And how well does Thor's arrival play? Tune in!Join the conversation with movie lovers from around the world on The Next Reel's Discord channel!Film SundriesNeighborhood Comedy TheatreMost Excellent 80s Movies PodcastFacebook and Instagram and the webSquishy StudiosFacebook, Twitter, and InstagramWatch this film: iTunes • Amazon • YouTube • Disney+Join the conversation on DiscordScriptTrailer #1Trailer #2Poster artworkOriginal MaterialSeason 6 Show Art by Winston Yabo. Find him on InstagramSeason 6 Music: “Message to the World” by Anthony Vega. Find him on Instagram(00:00) - Marvel Movie Minute • Season 6 • The Avengers

Hello my punk rock friends! This week my guests are Travis and Trevor of the MOST EXCELLENT poppunk/emo/alternative band 'Hey Thanks!' from Louisiana! We talk their songs & local scene, writing process and how they got to be on Iodine Recordings, plus they told me one of the craziest stories ever! I've never laughed that much, even if it's actually not funny (but still is) hahahaha! https://orcd.co/heythanks?fbclid=PAAaYtJCvSWwZ7w8bY0AQRHia5bH83D2NZQmxqZZpMGAIpMGIw_KxY2v39_Gs Thank you to Iodine Recordings for sponsoring this episode! Check their catalogue! https://iodinerecords.com/?fbclid=PAAaZ7HaO0-cs8x7twsPM-mCFSljd_z1O-OmbdzQbelDrgXKbhHkQ3hWgbfgM Hey Thanks! made a RePUNKmmendation for the band BRAT from their local scene and I suggest you the band Driveway Legends from Saskatoon, Canada! https://show.co/b4jzkNx?fbclid=PAAabXno6X73lWnxNjRc4jDxxuS8PEvF4Bhveag3m1tgRTB_8ElluFoSYbijg https://instagram.com/brat_band?igshid=MjkzY2Y1YTY= The Punk Roquette show is also super happy to be sponsored by www.epicmerchstore.com since episode One!!!!!! Find your favorite merch for more than 200 punk, ska, hardcore and metal bands from all around the world! Reach me here: https://www.facebook.com/punkroquette https://www.instagram.com/punk_roquette/ punkroquette@gmail.com ----> If you want to support the show, you can help me on the Patreon page for exclusive content. Thank you so much! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Punkroquette You can also make a donation here: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/punkroquette

In this power-packed episode, Sheri Michele Founder and CEO of Sudden Success shares the 3 things you need to do to be the CEO your business needs to Scale!Sheri Michele is a Keynote Speaker, Author, Investor, and Board member of multiple companies and has over fifteen years of experience in business growth and development. She's an expert in various industries such as business development, virtual staffing and management, business finance and credit, leadership, real estate, property management, and insurance.She founded Sudden Success Business Solutions and VA Staffing services to help business owners boost company revenue and team productivity by optimizing delegation and inexpensive solutions to their staffing needs. She has only the BEST, MOST EXCELLENT & HIGH-CALIBER Virtual Assistants helping businesses reach uttermost productivity in their business and day-to-day life.Visit https://www.helpmefindava.com to connect with Sheri and her team, find out more about her work, and start off on the road to freedom!

On this episode of Text, Lives & Videotape we begin a new periodic series that's diving deep into Keanu Reeves' sci fi career. Keanu loves him some sci fi having appeared in over 15 science fiction films. We're joined once again by Hollipop and Chuck to talk the Bill & Ted series and 1995's Johnny Mnemonic. It's a MOST EXCELLENT adventure!

Designed to help businesses reach their financial goals with utmost productivity in their business as well as day-to-day life, motivate and encourage entrepreneurs/business owners, and provide a cut-to-the-chase business approach. Sheri Michele is a Keynote Speaker, Author, Investor, and Board member of multiple companies. She is a graduate of DeKalb Technical College with a degree in Accounting and has over fifteen years of experience in business growth and development. She's an expert in various industries such as business development, virtual staffing and management, business finance and credit, leadership, real estate, property management, and insurance. She founded Sheri Michele VA Staffing services to help business owners boost company revenue and team productivity by optimizing delegation and inexpensive solutions to their staffing needs. She has only the BEST, MOST EXCELLENT & HIGH-CALIBER Virtual Assistants helping businesses reach uttermost productivity in their business and day-to-day life. Sheri is the perfect link that fills the void to triumph and achieves sudden success en route to seven figures. Her valuable skills and techniques save clients' time and frustration while helping them achieve their ultimate goals. Her entrepreneurial skills enabled companies to build a strong foundation and reliable teams for maximum growth. While Sheri enjoys mentoring others on the exact measures to lead and expand their company, her passion is to help the community with the hopes of supporting families to build wealth. She's also the type of family member that takes care of everything in her family. She motivates, encourages people, and infuses high energy, humour, and a cut-to-the-chase business approach. Connect with Sheri: https://itssuddensuccess.com/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/BusinessWithSheriMichele Instagram: @iamsherimichele Clubhouse: @sherimichele Website: https:www.helpmefindava.com ▼ ▼ You can connect with/follow Talking with the Experts: Buy me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rosesdavidson Become a patron https://www.patreon.com/talkingwiththeexperts Leave a Google review: https://g.page/r/CaXk7K3UlEhzEBI/review Leave a review on Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/talking-with-the-experts-1491692 Email: guest@talkingwiththeexperts.com Website: https://rose-davidson.com/ LinkedIn: Rose Davidson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rose-davidson/ Talking with the Experts: https://www.linkedin.com/company/talkingwiththeexperts/ Facebook Page: [Rose Davidson] https://www.facebook.com/onlineeventmanagerandpodcasttrainer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosedavidson_speakersupport/ SoundCloud: [Follow] https://soundcloud.com/talking-with-the-experts YouTube: [Subscribe] https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkM5n5QJhnNAmUiMzii73wQ #business #entrepreneur #learnpodcasting #podcastepisode #podcastguest #podcasting #podcastinterview #podcastplaylist #podcasts #podcastskills #podcastshow #rosedavidson #smallbusiness #talkingwiththeexperts #video #vodcast

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The Fearless Kyle Olson is in the big chair with Mandcave's Mandy Kaplan and Krissy Lenz of The Most Excellent 80's Movies Podcast. It's Bruce Willis's birthday! We open with the 300 movies he's contributed to over the last three years. Happy Birthday, Bruce. Krissy has been watching Our Flag Means Death. It's pirates. Funny pirates. Mandy's been watching The Dropout, but really loves Turning Red. Kyle caught The Adam Project and found it meh. But Winning Time? That's a win. Sadly, Will Ferrell and Adam McCay broke up over it. Mandy's Trailer: Ms. Marvel Krissy's Trailer: Chip 'n' Dale: Rescue Rangers Kyle's Trailer: The Bubble THE LIST! Split Personalities. More than just a neurological condition, it's also a state of movie. Mandy's List Primal Fear Sybil Split Krissy's List Sky High Twins Malignant Kyle's List Starship Troopers 300 Serenity (2019)

The Fearless Kyle Olson is in the big chair with Mandcave's Mandy Kaplan and Krissy Lenz of The Most Excellent 80's Movies Podcast.It's Bruce Willis's birthday! We open with the 300 movies he's contributed to over the last three years. Happy Birthday, Bruce. Krissy has been watching Our Flag Means Death. It's pirates. Funny pirates. Mandy's been watching The Dropout, but really loves Turning Red. Kyle caught The Adam Project and found it meh. But Winning Time? That's a win. Sadly, Will Ferrell and Adam McCay broke up over it. Mandy's Trailer: Ms. Marvel Krissy's Trailer: Chip 'n' Dale: Rescue Rangers Kyle's Trailer: The Bubble THE LIST!Split Personalities. More than just a neurological condition, it's also a state of movie.Mandy's List Primal Fear Sybil Split Krissy's List Sky High Twins Malignant Kyle's List Starship Troopers 300 Serenity (2019) 00:00 - Saturday Matinée • 2022-03-19 01:55 - On The Watchlist 10:38 - Trailers! 25:42 - Games 34:40 - The List: Split Personality

The Fearless Kyle Olson is in the big chair with Mandcave's Mandy Kaplan and Krissy Lenz of The Most Excellent 80's Movies Podcast. It's Bruce Willis's birthday! We open with the 300 movies he's contributed to over the last three years. Happy Birthday, Bruce. Krissy has been watching Our Flag Means Death. It's pirates. Funny pirates. Mandy's been watching The Dropout, but really loves Turning Red. Kyle caught The Adam Project and found it meh. But Winning Time? That's a win. Sadly, Will Ferrell and Adam McCay broke up over it. Mandy's Trailer: Ms. Marvel Krissy's Trailer: Chip 'n' Dale: Rescue Rangers Kyle's Trailer: The Bubble THE LIST! Split Personalities. More than just a neurological condition, it's also a state of movie. Mandy's List Primal Fear Sybil Split Krissy's List Sky High Twins Malignant Kyle's List Starship Troopers 300 Serenity (2019)

The Fearless Kyle Olson is in the big chair with Mandcave's Mandy Kaplan and Krissy Lenz of The Most Excellent 80's Movies Podcast.It's Bruce Willis's birthday! We open with the 300 movies he's contributed to over the last three years. Happy Birthday, Bruce. Krissy has been watching Our Flag Means Death. It's pirates. Funny pirates. Mandy's been watching The Dropout, but really loves Turning Red. Kyle caught The Adam Project and found it meh. But Winning Time? That's a win. Sadly, Will Ferrell and Adam McCay broke up over it. Mandy's Trailer: Ms. Marvel Krissy's Trailer: Chip 'n' Dale: Rescue Rangers Kyle's Trailer: The Bubble THE LIST!Split Personalities. More than just a neurological condition, it's also a state of movie.Mandy's List Primal Fear Sybil Split Krissy's List Sky High Twins Malignant Kyle's List Starship Troopers 300 Serenity (2019) 00:00 - Saturday Matinée • 2022-03-19 01:55 - On The Watchlist 10:38 - Trailers! 25:42 - Games 34:40 - The List: Split Personality

Rob Kubasko, Kyle Olson, and Krissy Lenz of Neighborhood Comedy Theater and The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast get together to talk movies, clearing watchlists, Marvel TV, Boba Fett, Witcher, Trailers and Rob's Excellent 80s Movie Matchups Game! Rob's Trailer: Bob's Burgers Kyle's Trailer: The Legend of Vox Machina Krissy's Trailer: Wolf Like Me THE LIST!Bringing back Mandy's inspired list from last week, the crew brings you a list of Funny Old Broads in film!Krissy's List 9 to 5 Death Becomes Her I Love You To Death Rob's List Lucky Grandma Grumpier Old Men Guarding Tess Kyle's List Spider-Man: Into The Spider-verse Red 2 The Women

Part 67 of the David Pawson 'Unlocking the Bible' Podcast series  In looking at the book of Acts, David Pawson says that most of the Bible was written for human reasons but was ‘edited' for divine reasons. In this first talk, he looks at the human side. The author, Dr. Luke is the only Gentile writer of scripture. Medics were trained to be observant, careful and analytical and this comes out in how Luke wrote his gospel and Acts. In Acts he recorded how the good news of the Gospel went from Jerusalem to Rome – from the Jews to the Gentiles. He had insight because he travelled with the Apostle Paul, possibly to look after his health, on his missionary journeys and he was a skillful writer and at heart, an evangelist. Luke wrote for ‘Most Excellent' Theophilus and it is possible that he was a judge, or a lawyer who was going to defend Paul at his trial. And from details in the Bible, it would seem that Paul's lawyer was successful at this particular trial and he was released and able to proceed with his great work. David Pawson says that it was really Christianity that was on trial in Rome, rather than Paul. Luke draws attention to those seemingly small events which resulted in spreading the Gospel.

Rob Kubasko, Kyle Olson, and Krissy Lenz of Neighborhood Comedy Theater and The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast get together to talk movies, clearing watchlists, Marvel TV, Boba Fett, Witcher, Trailers and Rob's Excellent 80s Movie Matchups Game! Rob's Trailer: Bob's Burgers Kyle's Trailer: The Legend of Vox Machina Krissy's Trailer: Wolf Like Me THE LIST!Bringing back Mandy's inspired list from last week, the crew brings you a list of Funny Old Broads in film!Krissy's List 9 to 5 Death Becomes Her I Love You To Death Rob's List Lucky Grandma Grumpier Old Men Guarding Tess Kyle's List Spider-Man: Into The Spider-verse Red 2 The Women

Rob Kubasko, Kyle Olson, and Krissy Lenz of Neighborhood Comedy Theater and The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast get together to talk movies, clearing watchlists, Marvel TV, Boba Fett, Witcher, Trailers and Rob's Excellent 80s Movie Matchups Game! Rob's Trailer: Bob's Burgers Kyle's Trailer: The Legend of Vox Machina Krissy's Trailer: Wolf Like Me THE LIST! Bringing back Mandy's inspired list from last week, the crew brings you a list of Funny Old Broads in film! Krissy's List 9 to 5 Death Becomes Her I Love You To Death Rob's List Lucky Grandma Grumpier Old Men Guarding Tess Kyle's List Spider-Man: Into The Spider-verse Red 2 The Women

Rob Kubasko, Kyle Olson, and Krissy Lenz of Neighborhood Comedy Theater and The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast get together to talk movies, clearing watchlists, Marvel TV, Boba Fett, Witcher, Trailers and Rob's Excellent 80s Movie Matchups Game! Rob's Trailer: Bob's Burgers Kyle's Trailer: The Legend of Vox Machina Krissy's Trailer: Wolf Like Me THE LIST! Bringing back Mandy's inspired list from last week, the crew brings you a list of Funny Old Broads in film! Krissy's List 9 to 5 Death Becomes Her I Love You To Death Rob's List Lucky Grandma Grumpier Old Men Guarding Tess Kyle's List Spider-Man: Into The Spider-verse Red 2 The Women

Spiderman No Way Home is out, and it just so happens that it raises an ethical question or two! Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell from the The Most Excellent 80's Movies Podcast join me for the first of what will be a couple of different ethics episodes about this movie- there is just that much to talk about!But remember the most important ethical issue- no posting spoilers! We'd love to hear your thoughts on this episode, but if you post on our social media, please nest your posts/comments. The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast is the podcast where a filmmaker, a comedian and a plethora of hilarious guests make their way through the 80s movies we think they love or might have missed with modern eyes. The filmmaker is Nathan Blackwell of Squishy Studios. His award winning projects include Voyage Trekkers, Star Saga and the upcoming Last Movie Ever Made. The comedian is Krissy Lenz, Director of the Neighborhood Comedy Theatre in Downtown Mesa AZ! You can catch her onstage every weekend if you are in the East Valley of the Greater Phoenix Area... or just listen to the podcast if you are literally anywhere else on the planet: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/most-excellent-80s-movies-podcast/id1335473596

Minute Twenty: From Walking in the Cold to Arguing With a King It's a special week indeed with not one but two guests joining us as we try to figure out where Laufey's throne sits – Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell from the Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast. In the twentieth minute of Kenneth Branagh's 2011 film Thor... The Asgardians walk across the cracked and crumbling ground toward the central plaza. We see that Sif is wearing heels, but according to Krissy, these ones are totally great. To that point, we're all thankful that Sif isn't in nonsensical boob armor and stilettos. They arrive in the central plaza before Utgardhall and stop. Do they realize they're basically cornered if any frost giants decide to come out? And where are all the frost giants? Is there a bustling economy here in Utgard? Perhaps some food stalls somewhere or a Jotun Beast ranch behind Utgardhall? We find out that at least Laufey is here in Utgard, even though we can't see him or his throne. Laufey speaks to Thor and his troops, but not very kind words: “You've come a long way to die, Asgardians.” But where is he? He seems to already know that it's Thor. Was that because he saw the Bifrost when they arrived? And again, maybe some sentries saw them coming but we don't know because we see no one. When Thor asks Laufey how his people got into Asgard, Laufey takes a long time to reply. Does this mean Laufey didn't know? Or he did know but is trying to figure out how to answer Thor to get more information from him? It's an interesting way the scene plays. To that end, has Laufey changed clothes since we last saw him? Or aged? He looks the same. But where is his throne and which direction is he facing? It's very unclear and when he turns his head, it seems he's looking away from Thor toward someone else, but that doesn't make any sense either. Our sense of direction here is challenged by the film's structure. Laufey's reply to Thor pisses Thor off, but Thor's reply then pisses Laufey off who finally stands up. But we don't get to see where he is! Not yet! We'll have to wait until the next minute. It's quite the journey to Utgardhall on our adventures in Utgard with Thor and the gang. Lots to discuss. Tune in! Join the conversation with movie lovers from around the world on TruStory FM's Discord channel! Film Sundries Watch this film: iTunes • Amazon • Netflix • YouTube • Disney+ Join the conversation on Discord Script Transcript Trailer #1 Trailer #2 Poster artwork Source Material Krissy's Theatre: The Neighborhood Comedy Theatre, on Facebook and on Instagram Nathan's Company: Squishy Studios, on Facebook, on Twitter, and Instagram

Minute Nineteen: From Outskirts to In Town It's a special week indeed with not one but two guests joining us as we take the long walk into downtown Utgard – Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell from the Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast. In the nineteenth minute of Kenneth Branagh's 2011 film Thor... Hogun the Grim is, well, grim about their situation. Quite honestly, however, this plays much better than how it was originally scripted. It gives us more interaction between the Warriors Three, Lady Sif, and Thor, but at the expense of the darker mood. That may speak, however, to the feel that we get from this group feeling very much like a group of college friends heading out to cause some trouble. The walk through the town of Utgard is full of blue and gray bleakness. We know Jotunheim is largely ice, but it's dark and bleak and makes it hard to see things a bit. For instance, we only just realize that these tall structures which have the vibe of a cave's stalactites and stalagmites are actually ruins of buildings in what we feel are the outskirts of this Jotun city. Speaking of Jotun cities, this is never identified but the comics identify the primary Jotun city which is named Utgard. Laufey's tower from where he rules is called Utgardhall. Again, it's never confirmed but we're going to go with it. Speaking of Jotuns, which are of course the frost giants, Jotunheim actually was the home of all giants in Norse mythology, not just frost giants. That seems to be something Marvel decided for its universe. Thor, Sif, Loki, Fandral, Volstagg, and Hogun, still walking in their same formation, travel through many beautiful shots of crumbling desolation. Again, when the Casket of Ancient Winters left the planet, Jotunheim started falling apart. That's likely why Utgard looks so rough and unrecognizable from what we saw in Odin's flashback. Utgard and Jotunheim are falling apart. To that end, why would Laufey make such a terrible deal for himself and his people? The minute ends with the group of Asgardians coming closer to Utgardhall at the center of Utgard. (See? We said we were going it it and we are.) At the last moment, we see Jotunheim's sun shining from behind Utgardhall's towers. That surprises us because we thought it was night all this time. Turns out, it's just a cold sun that gives no heat. It's a minute through which we journey but likely a much longer walk for our warriors across Jotunheim. Still, so much to discuss. Tune in! Join the conversation with movie lovers from around the world on TruStory FM's Discord channel! Film Sundries Watch this film: iTunes • Amazon • Netflix • YouTube • Disney+ Join the conversation on Discord Script Transcript Trailer #1 Trailer #2 Poster artwork Source Material Krissy's Theatre: The Neighborhood Comedy Theatre, on Facebook and on Instagram Nathan's Company: Squishy Studios, on Facebook, on Twitter, and Instagram

Minute Eighteen: From Asgard to Jotunheim It's a special week indeed with not one but two guests joining us on a trip through the Bifrost – Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell from the Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast. In the eighteenth minute of Kenneth Branagh's 2011 film Thor... Heimdall finally finishes his warning in his stilted English. Volstagg delivers a silly line that does nothing for us except provide an opportunity to deliver Chekov's ‘full power of the Bifrost.' Everyone looks worried except for Thor, who delivers one of his best lines in the film: “I have no plans to die today.” Heimdall, of course, has an equally brilliant retort: “None do.” Tripping the Bifrost Fantastic Heimdall activates the Bifrost wormhole and each member of the group gets yanked by what looks like their stomach into it. This looks like an incredibly cool way to travel, but also looks like everyone would be throwing up. Since they left Valaskjalf, the group has been traveling in what we must assume is their ready positions: Thor in front, Sif and Loki just behind him, and Fandral, Volstagg, and Hogun behind them. Once they're pulled into the rainbow of the Bifrost, they seem to change positions. Does it reverse them? While we're in it, it seems that Thor's still in front but once they burst out over Jotunheim, Thor is third. And since it's Thor, he's working past the others to get back in front. He passes someone holding a weapon and the only person that was holding one in the Observatory was Volstagg. So it must've reversed it, right? And really, no surprise that Thor's pushing to be in front. How do you land when traveling through the Bifrost? Do you have to somehow turn yourself so you land feet first? Does the Bifrost turn you? Is it a gentle landing or do you really come in traveling at light speed? None of this makes us want to try it any time soon. The Bifrost Dumps Them on Jotunheim. The six Asgardians land on Jotunheim. Thor looks around. We saw the planet was encircled by chunks in space so presumably the planet has been falling apart since Odin took the Casket of Ancient Winters, but is this Thor's first time here? Did he realize it would look so desolate and broken? And as it turns out, Heimdall dumped them on the edge of a cliff. Was that intentional as a way to poke Thor a bit for his attitude pre-Bifrost trip? Or does he have any control over where he drops people on any given Realm? It's a wild trip through the Bifrost and we have a great conversation along the way with our guests. Tune in! Join the conversation with movie lovers from around the world on TruStory FM's Discord channel! Film Sundries Watch this film: iTunes • Amazon • Netflix • YouTube • Disney+ Join the conversation on Discord Script Transcript Trailer #1 Trailer #2 Poster artwork Source Material Krissy's Theatre: The Neighborhood Comedy Theatre, on Facebook and on Instagram Nathan's Company: Squishy Studios, on Facebook, on Twitter, and Instagram

Minute Seventeen: From Thor's Demand to Heimdall's Warning It's a special week indeed with not one but two guests joining us as we tour Heimdall's Observatory – Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell from the Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast. In the Observatory-heavy seventeenth minute of Kenneth Branagh's 2011 film Thor... Thor is a bit pushy with his demands to get into Heimdall's Observatory. Well, it seems like he's already made up his mind that he's going, but does Heimdall remember that only he has the key? Speaking of the key, that sword that Heimdall is holding? That's Hofund, Heimdall's sword. It was made by the same dwarves that made Mjolnir and Gungnir. And it also is the key to turn on Heimdall's Observatory. So Thor, Loki, Sif, and the Warriors Three just walk in, assuming they're good. Volstagg has a snarky line he throws at Loki. Let's just be glad we didn't get all of the comedy that was scripted. And again, Heimdall just walks in after them. So I guess that's his way of saying yes? A tour of Heimdall's Observatory First off, the actual name for the observatory is Himinbjorg. So how far is it from Valaskjalf to Himinbjorg as the raven flies? We're all fairly mesmerized by Kenneth Branagh's decision to film the inside from the top looking straight down. It's a bit dizzying but a very cool angle to show the Observatory. Heimdall uses Hofund as the key by inserting into a slot in the dais at the center of the Observatory. When he does this, lightning shoots out in all directions, looking very much like Yggdrasil. That was intentional and looks really cool. As that happens, we get a surprising move by the camera as it drops through the floor to reveal the inner workings of the Observatory. Things start spinning and the entire shell of the building starts rotating. It's one of the coolest things ever. The entire shell of Heimdall's Observatory then tips down, pointing the turret horizontally. As soon as it hits horizontal, bifrost energy shoots out into space. So this is how the bifrost energy in the rainbow bridge allows for wormhole travel? At this point, as Thor and his group stare into the bifrost through the turret of the Observatory, Heimdall starts a warning about honoring something but we don't get to hear it all as the minute comes to an end. So much to see and talk about in Heimdall's Observatory. Tune in! Join the conversation with movie lovers from around the world on TruStory FM's Discord channel! Film Sundries Watch this film: iTunes • Amazon • Netflix • YouTube • Disney+ Join the conversation on Discord Script Transcript Trailer #1 Trailer #2 Poster artwork Source Material Krissy's Theatre: The Neighborhood Comedy Theatre, on Facebook and on Instagram Nathan's Company: Squishy Studios, on Facebook, on Twitter, and Instagram

Minute Sixteen: From Horse Riding to Heimdall's Wish It's a special week indeed with not one but two guests joining us as we get to meet Heimdall – Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell from the Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast. In the sixteenth minute of Kenneth Branagh's 2011 film Thor... We talk about the physics of Asgard. It's pretty clear it's flat, so do they have #round truthers? Does it flip around like a pancake in space to allow for day and night? It's interesting that the atmosphere is so thin but allow for a lovely bright day in town and a starry, nebulae-filled night when you ride out on the rainbow bridge. Why does the group stop so far from their destination? Perhaps it's because of the imposing figure standing at the end of the rainbow bridge. It's Heimdall! We get to meet the stoic character who guards the rainbow bridge. We also talk about Idris Elba, one of our faves, who plays him, even though it sounds like he didn't enjoy his experience. He doesn't get to do much, after all. Plus he had to wear those contacts and that insanely large costume. Heimdall comes from the Norse myths and a lot of his descriptions fit what they did with him. Even the references to him in the deleted scenes last week made by the Warriors Three fit the myths. But we're really glad they went with Elba instead of someone white considering the mythical character is said to have the whitest skin of them all. Loki tries to show his smooth-talking charm to get them past Heimdall. Turns out, Heimdall already knows where they're going. Is this perhaps a moment where Loki is delaying a bit in the hopes that Odin stops them from traveling to Jotunheim? Thor interrupts Loki and demands that Heimdall let them pass. But why is he seemingly so angry? Is it just that Heimdall is delaying his confrontation with the frost giants? Heimdall seems to refuse Thor's request, but it turns out he was just adding a dramatic pause. We don't think Heimdall was playing with Thor. Heimdall doesn't seem like the sort who plays those games. He likely was actually making a dramatic pause because he's so pissed at the frost giants. But he does say the frost giants have never made it past him before so perhaps this is their chance to get his help? Idris Elba brings a lot of stoic weight to the minute as we finally meet Heimdall. So much to talk about. Tune in! Join the conversation with movie lovers from around the world on TruStory FM's Discord channel! Film Sundries Watch this film: iTunes • Amazon • Netflix • YouTube • Disney+ Join the conversation on Discord Script Transcript Trailer #1 Trailer #2 Poster artwork Source Material Krissy's Theatre: The Neighborhood Comedy Theatre, on Facebook and on Instagram Nathan's Company: Squishy Studios, on Facebook, on Twitter, and Instagram

Krissy joins David and Jennifer on a bridge to discuss the success of Circuit City, NCT, and her storied improv past. Krissy Lenz is the Director & Most Enthusiastic Person at the Neighborhood Comedy Theatre, Downtown Mesa's home for hilarious, spontaneous and interactive improv comedy! Krissy began performing improv for audiences in 1996 and has more than 24 years of performance experience in addition to more than 14 years of  Directing and teaching improv to participants ages 7-77. In addition to her duties as Director and performer at NCT Krissy is the High School Improv League Administrator and Head Coach as well as an innovative event planner and producer. Looking for Krissy in a strictly audio format? Check out the Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast, Gank that Drank: A Supernatural Drinking Game Podcast and WHOA: A Most Excellent Keanu Reeves Podcast. Krissy can also been seen occasionally on 3TV's Your Life Arizona as the Guru of Geekery.  Find Krissy & the Neighborhood Comedy Theatre in the interwebs: The Neighborhood Comedy Theatre: www.nctphoenix.com The Neighborhood Comedy Theatre Instagram: @nctphx Neighborhood Comedy Theatre Twitter: @nctphoenix Krissy on Instagram & Twitter: @klenz37 & @krissylenz Most Excellent Podcast Network: www.mostexcellentpod.com Most Excellent 80s Movies Pod on Instagram: @mostexcellentpod   www.bridgeimprovtheater.com

Time to Celebrate!  The school year from hell is almost over!  Britt and Dyl share stories about how their schools (and their listeners!) celebrate the end of the school year.  “Most Excellent, Dude!”Be sure to use the code "tipsypod" at checkout for 12% offOur Nation's classrooms are severely underfunded. Tipsy Teacher is a teacher-owned online wine company that donates 15% of the proceeds from your wine delivery directly to underfunded teachers allowing you to do something meaningful every time you pour a glass of Tipsy Teacher wine. Go to TipsyTeacher.com now and place a wine order that makes a real impact.Brittany, a public school kindergarten teacher, and Dylan, a private Catholic middle school teacher are ready to sit down after a long day of school and start drinking!  Get ready for laughs as each talk about the hilarious high jinks of their week, share funny stories, compare their unique teaching backgrounds, and give their no-holds-barred tipsy take on school-related news, all while drinking Tipsy Teacher Wine

This episode of the infamous Borrebissebånd features a full-length cassette-tape from a party named Disco Frenzy in the Scottish highlands with DJ and producer Justin Robertson of Manchester's Most Excellent. Disco Frenzy brought a fresh name and a change of direction for the Inverness scene, which had been moving towards a harder techno sound, with the regular nights focusing more towards deep house and garage. The Disco Frenzy parties had to move from venue to venue – varied and unique – from hotel lobbies to warehouse buildings. The increasing difficulties with lack of willing venues and Inverness' once united but now splintering crowd meant that "Frenzy" existed for less than a year from 1992-1993. Tune in and turn up the volume. From the tracklist: Woodoorhythm - Fidelfatti introducing Going back to Africa Future - Mr. Monday Radio Morrocco - Pulse 8

This episode features the “top brass” of Arizona comedy minds! Our guest is Krissy Lenz, a performer, director, and teacher based out of downtown Meza. She’s the artistic director for the wonderful Neighborhood Comedy Theater as well as the host of the fantastic “Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast.” So yeah… she’s the “top brass” onContinue reading "Ep 21: Krissy Lenz with Kate McKinnon’s Colleen Rafferty"

Featuring Zach Stones as the DM, Jeff Frank as Massimo, Emily Frank as Remara, Marc Crespo as Jack, Jen Crespo as Tommy, Dorian Lenz as Archibald, and Krissy Lenz as Barchibald.  * * * * * * * * * more KotRT on the web. All the links!  * * * * * * * * * Check out the Most Excellent 80s Movie Podcast. Hosted by our guest Krissy Lenz! The Dragonslayer episode features our own Zach Stones!   * * * * * * * * * If you enjoy the show, please consider taking a minute to leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean, Stitcher, or whatever platform you listen on. We'd sure appreciate it and it helps more people find the show!  * * * * * * * * * Knights of the Rolled Table stands in unity with #BlackLivesMatter. Please find a way to support or donate in your own way. Consider donating to the ACLU, or a local organization in your state. Be safe everyone. It's Chaos, be Kind.  * * * * * * * * * We have joined forces with the Geekly Grind to form, a webpage! Several in fact. Check out info about each season's characters, the cast, and now featuring an exclusive interview we did with @RogueSymbiote from the Geekly Grind!  * * * * * * Chris (aka Gravely) is co-hosting a podcast with Lance Watkins (from the Geekly Grind) called Comic Book Keepers. They talk about comic book characters each episode. Check it out!  * * * * * * We have a discord server! It’s like a big message board. Join up so we can chat with you about the show, ask DM questions and get help developing characters, see art from the show, join in text campaigns, and much more. Join Knights of the Rolled Table Discord.  * * * * * * * * * Follow us on Twitter for updates, questions, How to D&D tips, and ask the cast questions about tabletop RPGs and everything Dungeons and Dragons!  https://www.twitter.com/rolledtable * * * * * * * * * Knights on Instagram: @RolledTable featuring original art, character info, how to D&D tips and more Dungeons and Dragons, RPG, and tabletop goodness.  * * * * * * * * * Email us for a quote for a personally customized, audio advertisement as part of the episode. Seriously! We’ll make it funny.  * * * * * * * * * Have feedback, fan-art or D&D questions? Please send them to  knightsoftherolledtable@gmail.com Theme music by Weston Gardner @arcaneanthems Check out ARCANE ANTHEMS: Weston’s Patreon to get original music for your RPG campaign   Original Character Art by Chris Daily @dungeonheads  You can see all the art on our discord or instagram.  Check out DUNGEONHEADS: Chris's Patreon to get free character art for your RPG campaign   Zach on Twitter @mftZach  Weston on Twitter @arcaneanthems Jen on Twitter @Jstops185 Matt on Twitter @HapDrastic Jeff on Twitter @FrankJeff Chris on Twitter @DailyToonsRPG Now, go out (but, Stay in) and make life an Adventure!

Team Slate go to meet an operative that works for the enemy, but things get a little hot under the color for Igneous.  Team Valiant's other half, including Jerik, Carver, Deleth, and Kass, face an ancient resident of the temple who has... a few questions.  Featuring Jeff Frank as the DM, Zach Stones as Jerik and Igneous, Jen Crespo as Sarsa and Dierdre, Chris Daily as Biscuit and Carver, Carlos Guzman as Yenni and Deleth, Matt Messerman as Branch and Aryx. and Matt Acevedo as Kass.   * * * * * * * * * more KotRT on the web. All the links!  * * * * * * * * * Check out the Most Excellent 80s Movie Podcast. The Dragonslayer episode features our own Zach Stones!   * * * * * * * * * If you enjoy the show, please consider taking a minute to leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean, Stitcher, or whatever platform you listen on. We'd sure appreciate it and it helps more people find the show!  * * * * * * * * * Knights of the Rolled Table stands in unity with #BlackLivesMatter. Please find a way to support or donate in your own way. Consider donating to the ACLU, or a local organization in your state. Be safe everyone. It's Chaos, be Kind.  * * * * * * * * * We have joined forces with the Geekly Grind to form, a webpage! Several in fact. Check out info about each season's characters, the cast, and now featuring an exclusive interview we did with @RogueSymbiote from the Geekly Grind!  * * * * * * Chris (aka Gravely) is co-hosting a podcast with Lance Watkins (from the Geekly Grind) called Comic Book Keepers. They talk about comic book characters each episode. Check it out!  * * * * * * We have a discord server! It’s like a big message board. Join up so we can chat with you about the show, ask DM questions and get help developing characters, see art from the show, join in text campaigns, and much more. Join Knights of the Rolled Table Discord.  * * * * * * * * * Follow us on Twitter for updates, questions, How to D&D tips, and ask the cast questions about tabletop RPGs and everything Dungeons and Dragons!  https://www.twitter.com/rolledtable * * * * * * * * * Knights on Instagram: @RolledTable featuring original art, character info, how to D&D tips and more Dungeons and Dragons, RPG, and tabletop goodness.  * * * * * * * * * Email us for a quote for a personally customized, audio advertisement as part of the episode. Seriously! We’ll make it funny.  * * * * * * * * * Have feedback, fan-art or D&D questions? Please send them to  knightsoftherolledtable@gmail.com Theme music by Weston Gardner @arcaneanthems Check out ARCANE ANTHEMS: Weston’s Patreon to get original music for your RPG campaign   Original Character Art by Chris Daily @dungeonheads  You can see all the art on our discord or instagram.  Check out DUNGEONHEADS: Chris's Patreon to get free character art for your RPG campaign   Zach on Twitter @mftZach  Weston on Twitter @arcaneanthems Jen on Twitter @Jstops185 Matt on Twitter @HapDrastic Jeff on Twitter @FrankJeff Chris on Twitter @DailyToonsRPG Now, go out (but, Stay in) and make life an Adventure!

Team Slate decide what to do with their new intel. Igneous considers dressing up. Biscuit gets a souvenir.  Team Valiant reach the temple of Shamaran, split up (uh oh) and Sarsa and Branch face some truths about themselves Featuring Jeff Frank as the DM, Zach Stones as Jerik and Igneous, Jen Crespo as Sarsa and Dierdre, Chris Daily as Biscuit and Carver, Carlos Guzman as Yenni and Delleth, Matt Messerman as Branch and Aryx. Featuring Matt Acevedo as Kass.   * * * * * * * * * more KotRT on the web. All the links!  * * * * * * * * * Check out the Most Excellent 80s Movie Podcast. The Dragonslayer episode features our own Zach Stones!   * * * * * * * * * If you enjoy the show, please consider taking a minute to leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or whatever platform you listen on. We'd sure appreciate it and it helps more people find the show!  * * * * * * * * * Knights of the Rolled Table stands in unity with #BlackLivesMatter. Please find a way to support or donate in your own way. Consider donating to the ACLU, or a local organization in your state. Be safe everyone. It's Chaos, be Kind.  * * * * * * * * * We have joined forces with the Geekly Grind to form, a webpage! Several in fact. Check out info about each season's characters, the cast, and now featuring an exclusive interview we did with @RogueSymbiote from the Geekly Grind!  * * * * * * Chris (aka Gravely) is co-hosting a new podcast with Lance Watkins (from the Geekly Grind) called Comic Bookkeepers. They talk about comic book characters each episode. Check it out!  * * * * * * We have a discord server now! It’s like a big message board. Join up so we can chat with you about the show, ask DM questions and get help developing characters, see art from the show, join in text campaigns, and much more. Join Knights of the Rolled Table Discord.  * * * * * * * * * Follow us on Twitter for updates, questions, How to D&D tips, and ask the cast questions about tabletop RPGs and everything Dungeons and Dragons!  https://www.twitter.com/rolledtable * * * * * * * * * Knights on Instagram: @RolledTable featuring original art, character info, how to D&D tips and more Dungeons and Dragons, RPG, and tabletop goodness.  * * * * * * * * * Email us for a quote for a personally customized, audio advertisement as part of the episode. Seriously! We’ll make it funny.  * * * * * * * * * Have feedback, fan-art or D&D questions? Please send them to  knightsoftherolledtable@gmail.com Theme music by Weston Gardner @arcaneanthems Check out ARCANE ANTHEMS: Weston’s Patreon to get original music for your RPG campaign   Original Character Art by Chris Daily @dungeonheads  You can see all the art on our discord or instagram.  Check out DUNGEONHEADS: Chris's Patreon to get free character art for your RPG campaign   Zach on Twitter @mftZach  Weston on Twitter @arcaneanthems Jen on Twitter @Jstops185 Matt on Twitter @HapDrastic Jeff on Twitter @FrankJeff Chris on Twitter @DailyToonsRPG Now, go out (but, Stay in) and make life an Adventure!

Talk 17 1 Corinthians chapters 12 to 14   Welcome to talk 17 in our series on 1 Corinthians. Today’s talk will be rather different from usual as I have decided to cover chapters 12-14 in one single talk. This is because I recently recorded five Podcasts on these chapters under the general heading of The most excellent way. These talks are each somewhat longer than those in our current series, but I encourage you to listen to them in addition to today’s talk which will be a brief summary of the content to be found in the five talks in the earlier series. If you visit my website www.davidpetts.org you will find them by clicking on MENU and then on Podcasts. Look for August 2020 and you will find them under numbers 094-098.   1 Corinthians 11 to 14 are the only chapters in the New Testament that deal specifically with the subject of public worship.   Of course the Corinthian culture was very different from ours today. But what principles can we learn that will guide us in our worship today? We’ll begin by outlining Paul’s purpose in these chapters:   To correct disorder in public worship especially at the Lord’s supper To teach the right use of spiritual gifts To demonstrate our dependence on each other as members of the body of Christ To show the overriding importance of love To give clear instructions on the public use of gifts such as tongues, interpretation and prophecy To offer guidelines as to how a believers’ meeting should be conducted.   We’ve already dealt with Chapter 11 in our last two talks. In my series titled The Most Excellent  Way I divide chapters 12-14 into the following sections:   Expect the supernatural 12:1-11 We are all needed 12:12-31 It’s all meaningless if we don’t love one another 13:1-13 Put other people first 14:1-25 Take responsibility for your actions 14:26-40   Talk 094. Expect the supernatural 12:1-11   The major theme of the chapter as a whole is that of:   unity       4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 11, 13, 20, 24–25 and interdependence      21,25,26 in the midst of diversity.    4, 5,6,8-11,12,14,20, 24-25.   This theme is clear in the first 11 verses where Paul talks about the supernatural gifts of the Holy Spirit. There are various gifts but they are given by the one Spirit. Paul does not want the Corinthians, or us for that matter, to be ignorant about this important subject. It’s vital that we understand how to distinguish between genuine manifestations and those which are false. I go into some detail on this in talk 094.   Talk 095.  We are all needed 12:12-31   In this section Paul compares the church to the human body and shows clearly that every member is needed. The very purpose of our being baptised in the Holy Spirit is for the benefit of the body (13). Please listen to talk 095 for an explanation of why I believe verse 13 should be interpreted in this way.   The basic teaching of the passage is that we are all different but we all need each other and are united by the fact that we are all part of the same body. We are not independent of each other but rather we are interdependent on each other. It is God who has arranged the members of the body just as it has pleased him. We mustn’t think of anyone as useless and we mustn’t think of ourselves as useless. Whether you believe it or not, like it or not, you belong to the body! To say ‘I don’t need you’ is to imply that your gift or ministry is the only thing that matters. Our attitude should be that of the three Musketeers  - all for one and one for all.   In talk 095 I also deal with the question of what Paul means by the greater gifts in verse 31 and the implication of his question in verse 30, Do all speak with tongues?   Talk 096. It’s all meaningless if we don’t love one another 13:1-13   This is one of the greatest chapters in the Bible. However it is frequently taken out of context, the surrounding chapters being often ignored.   In talk 096 I covered the following main points:   What does Paul mean by tongues of angels in verse one? I give reasons for believing that when we speak in tongues we are not speaking a heavenly language as is commonly believed. I also answer the question, Can the devil understand tongues?   Another main feature I deal with is the question, What does Paul mean when he says that tongues will be stilled? I dismiss the cessationist view that gifts like tongues ceased with the apostolic age.   But of course the overriding emphasis of this wonderful chapter is the supremacy of love and my talk concludes with a devotional consideration of what this means for us personally.         Talk 097. Put other people first 14:1-25   1 Corinthians 11 to 14 are the only chapters in the New Testament that give an insight into the worship of the early church   Chapter 12 teaches us to expect the supernatural and that we are all needed   Chapter 13 makes clear that whatever we do and whatever gifts we may have it’s all a waste of time if we don’t love one another   That brings us to chapter 14 which may be divided into the following sections:   1-5 prophecy is preferable to tongues 6-11 tongues alone are of little value 12-19 edification is the underlying principle 20-25 the case of unbelievers coming in 26-40 the ordering of spiritual gifts   The main emphasis of verses 1 to 25 is that we should put other people first. That is a natural continuation of the theme of love. If we love one another we will put others before ourselves.   In verses 1-5 Paul shows clearly that in church prophecy is preferable to speaking in tongues because tongues without interpretation does not edify other people. In talk 097 I also deal with what Paul means when he says that the person who speaks in tongues does not speak to men but to God. This is obviously very relevant when we come to the nature of the gift of interpretation of tongues.   Verses 6-11 are fairly straightforward. Speaking in tongues (without interpretation) is of little value in the assembled church because nobody understands what is being said.   Verses 12-19 teach that edification is the underlying principle. Tongues is of great value for private personal edification but in church it is of little value unless it is interpreted.   Verses 20-25 deal with the case of unbelievers coming in. The basic teaching is clear but the details of the argument are difficult in that the verses appear to contain a twofold contradiction. I deal with this suggesting a possible interpretation which does not require us to see a contradiction in scripture.   Despite the difficulties in the passage, what is clear is that all our conduct in our meetings should be determined by what is good for others, not what feels good to us.     Talk 098. Take responsibility for your actions 14:26-40   In verses 26-40 Paul gives specific instructions regarding the exercise of the gifts of tongues, interpretation and prophecy. However the overriding principle in his teaching is that we must take responsibility for our actions.   Verse 26 is particularly important because it is the only verse in the New Testament which answers the question what shall we do when we come together in church. Seen in this way it may be taken as the pattern for a New Testament believers’ meeting. Themes contained within the verse are participation, variety, and edification.   In verses 36-40 Paul summarises his teaching on public worship:   Whatever your spiritual gift may be,  you must submit to the authority of the apostle’s commands  (v 37). This has obvious implications with regard to the authority of scripture. It also implies the authority of ministry gift over spiritual gift   Whatever happens everything should be done in a fitting and orderly way(40).   Please listen to talk 098 to see how I interpret Paul’s specific teaching with regard to the verses I haven’t mentioned specifically today.

Listen this week as Paul gives his legitimate favorite Keanu movies, and Blake makes one up as he goes! Most Excellent!

Jim and Peter chime in on this MOST EXCELLENT movie!Tune in to hear a mostly spoiler free take on what we loved about this movie and we would recommend it for any fan of the originals. 

We take a deep dive into Quantum Physics, the nature of time travel, and the Most Excellent movie, Bill and Ted Face the Music. We also talk about episodes 4 & 5. This time Bill and Ted try to help Elvis become the King and woo some series Destiny Babes. Air Date July 19th 1992 […]

The Wylde Stallions Reunion you NEED is here. Joe Praino the Italian Stallion and Chris Wylde watch Bill & Ted Face the Music and relive the gloriousness of the Tiki Theatre. Most Excellent! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wylde/support

Today on a Most Excellent episode I'm joined by bandmates Brain Rodriguez from High School Slumber Party and Matt Delhauer to confront our future selves, back up our daughters and save all of reality. Bill & Ted are back to save existence today on Third TIme's a Charm !!!

After a short (unscheduled) break, we are back and breaking our rules a little bit this time.. This week we watched the VOD release of Bill And Ted Face the Music, and decided that we wanted to talk about it, so here we are, excellently doing so! As life-long fans of the Bill and Ted films, we just had to buy it on the release date, and couldn’t help but discuss it in a most outstanding way. Over the past month, both Excellent Adventure and Bogus Journey have been on TV fairly regularly, and we’ve watched them both quite a few times.. it was most triumphant. A word of warning: if you have not seen Face The Music yet, we recommend watching it before listening as we absolutely spoil the hell out of the entire film, including a good portion of the ending. Don’t say we didn’t warn you, duder! And for those of you wanting to try Bill And Ted’s Most Excellent and Totally Non-Heinous 360 VR Experience we mentioned, here’s the link to it! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zI5Bw1dvlWM Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, or your favorite podcatching app. And don't forget to rate and review us! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/collection-resurrection/support

The Keepers are back with a very special episode of the podcast this week!  How special?  Well, you could say that this episode is MOST EXCELLENT!  That is because, rather than the typical review of a truly fringe movie, the Keepers decided this week to review the long-awaited sequel BILL AND TED FACE THE MUSIC!  […]

Join us for our next quarantine episode where we watch/review the long awaited, much anticipated, MOST EXCELLENT sequel event of all time and space - Bill & Ted Face the Music. Movie-going is ramping back up PEOPLE, and Bill and Ted are here to save the day, GOSH DARNIT. For real, it's been rough - is this the bit of sunshine we need to lighten up this dark, dark world?? Come along to find out - check out the trailer, stream the movie (it's avail everywhere) - and, FINALLY, listen to what we think - Enjoy! (SPOILERS)

The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast Returns! Its the podcast where a filmmaker and a comedian adventure through the vastness of space to take a look at the 80s movies they love or love to hate with oh so modern eyes.  This is Aliens, a movie selection from 1986.

Where does our DeLorean take us this week? Strange things are afoot at the Circle-K because the 88 Miles Per Hour Podcast is ditching the DeLorean for one episode and traveling in a time machine disguised as a phone booth to review "Bill and Ted’s Bogus Journey". But Max, Chelsea and Chris are not alone because Adam and John from The Blast From Our Past Podcast are joining for a MOST EXCELLENT episode.  Hop into our DeLorean and go back in time with a podcast that talks about the past, including pop culture, video games, random life stories, but mostly about the movies from our past.

Nathan Blackwell from the Most Excellent 80s Movie Podcast (http://www.mostexcellentpod.com/tag/most-excellent-80s-movies-podcast/) joins the guys in this episode of the podcast where we talk about Death Stranding, 80s movies, and other things! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jason Erik Lundberg, Author of ‘Most Excellent and Lamentable: Selected Stories’ talks about his new book. 

Before Steve Rogers could do this all day, before Batman asked Superman if he could bleed, before Venom got weirdly obsessed with the pancreas, there was a superhero boom in the movies of the late 80s and early 90s that paved the way for the golden age we are presently experiencing. But how did these movies prepare audiences for seeing comic book heroes on the big screen? What mistakes did they make? A topic this big is too big for one show, so our own Andy Nelson joined the folks behind Road To Infinity and Most Excellent 80s Movies podcasts have teamed up to create an epic crossover event. No stone left unturned, no flop left unflipped, and you are right in the middle of the recording session at Phoenix Fan Fusion 2019! Find source material for The Next Reel's family of podcasts – and thousands of other great reads – at AUDIBLE! Get your free audiobook and 30-day free trial today.Learn more about CODA and how it can work for you!We spend hours every week putting our shows together for you, our dear listener, and it would sure mean a lot to us if you considered becoming a member. When you do, you get early access to shows, ad-free episodes, and a TON of bonus content. To those who already support the show, thank you. To those who don't yet: what are you waiting for?BECOME A MEMBER HERE: $5 monthly or $55 annuallyJoin the conversation with movie lovers from around the world on The Next Reel's DISCORD channel!Here's where you can find us around the internet: The Web Letterboxd Facebook Instagram X YouTube Flickchart Check out poster artwork for movies we've discussed on our Pinterest page Pete  Andy What are some other ways you can support us and show your love? Glad you asked! You can buy TNR apparel, stickers, mugs and more from our MERCH PAGE. Or buy or rent movies we've discussed on the show from our WATCH PAGE. Or buy books, plays, etc. that was the source for movies we've discussed on the show from our ORIGINALS PAGE. Or renew or sign up for a Letterboxd Pro or Patron account with our LETTERBOXD MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT.

Before Steve Rogers could do this all day, before Batman asked Superman if he could bleed, before Venom got weirdly obsessed with the pancreas, there was a superhero boom in the movies of the late 80s and early 90s that paved the way for the golden age we are presently experiencing. But how did these movies prepare audiences for seeing comic book heroes on the big screen? What mistakes did they make? A topic this big is too big for one show, so our own Andy Nelson joined the folks behind Road To Infinity and Most Excellent 80s Movies podcasts have teamed up to create an epic crossover event. No stone left unturned, no flop left unflipped, and you are right in the middle of the recording session at Phoenix Fan Fusion 2019!

Before Steve Rogers could do this all day, before Batman asked Superman if he could bleed, before Venom got weirdly obsessed with the pancreas, there was a superhero boom in the movies of the late 80s and early 90s that paved the way for the golden age we are presently experiencing. But how did these movies prepare audiences for seeing comic book heroes on the big screen? What mistakes did they make? A topic this big is too big for one show, so our own Andy Nelson joined the folks behind Road To Infinity and Most Excellent 80s Movies podcasts have teamed up to create an epic crossover event. No stone left unturned, no flop left unflipped, and you are right in the middle of the recording session at Phoenix Fan Fusion 2019!

Before Steve Rogers could do this all day, before Batman asked Superman if he could bleed, before Venom got weirdly obsessed with the pancreas, there was a superhero boom in the movies of the late 80s and early 90s that paved the way for the golden age we are presently experiencing. But how did these movies prepare audiences for seeing comic book heroes on the big screen? What mistakes did they make? A topic this big is too big for one show, so our own Andy Nelson joined the folks behind Road To Infinity and Most Excellent 80s Movies podcasts have teamed up to create an epic crossover event. No stone left unturned, no flop left unflipped, and you are right in the middle of the recording session at Phoenix Fan Fusion 2019!

It's the podcast where a filmmaker and a comedian and their Most Excellent 80s podcast get together LIVE at Phoenix Fan Fusion to dissect the Secret Origins of Superhero Cinema with their friends Kyle Olson of the Road to Infinity Podcast and Andy Nelson of the Marvel Movie Minute Podcast, hosted by our friends at Legible Scrawl.

We are about to learn next level safety tips from our enneagram 6 friends. :) JUST KIDDING. But yes- we are about to talk a lot about feeling safe yourself and creating safe environments for the people you love. Kate and Josh kindly invite us into the minds of the loyalist- their fight against anxiety, managing fears, and trusting God. Also Kate gives THE MOST EXCELLENT tip to enneagram 6s. Seems incredibly helpful for us all, actually! (And you know how I feel about journaling anyways...) :)  Thank God for enneagram 6 friends who fight the fear, step out in courage, and make us all feel more cared for and safe. . . . . . Music from Ryan O'Neal :  http://www.sleepingatlast.com Expert words from Beth McCord : http://yourenneagramcoach.com Our hashtags : #EnneaSummer2019 #thatsoundsfunpodcast ... join in the conversation wherever hashtags are welcome. :)  . . . . . http://anniefdowns.com

A special one of a kind Podcast Crossover Event! Recorded LIVE at Phoenix Fan Fusion 2019, this is a special episode where members of Road to Infinity, the Most Excellent 80s Movies and the Marvel Movie Minute podcast all came together to discuss what came before our beloved MCU. From Superman to Blade, Men in Black to Tank Girl, we discuss the superhero movies that paved the way for the X-Men and Avengers to have their big screen debuts. Find out more about Most Excellent 80s Movies here: http://www.mostexcellentpod.com/category/most-excellent-80s/ And more about the Marvel Movie Minute here: https://thenextreel.com/marvel-movie-minute/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/road-to-infinity/support

A special one of a kind Podcast Crossover Event! Recorded LIVE at Phoenix Fan Fusion 2019, this is a special episode where members of Road to Infinity, the Most Excellent 80s Movies and the Marvel Movie Minute podcast all came together to discuss what came before our beloved MCU. From Superman to Blade, Men in Black to Tank Girl, we discuss the superhero movies that paved the way for the X-Men and Avengers to have their big screen debuts. Find out more about Most Excellent 80s Movies here: http://www.mostexcellentpod.com/category/most-excellent-80s/ And more about the Marvel Movie Minute here: https://thenextreel.com/marvel-movie-minute/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/legible-scrawl-says-hi/support

in which Andy and his guests Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell from the Most Excellent 80’s Movies Podcast talk about Favreau’s handling of comedy in action scenes, Yinsen big decision, and the idea of Tony figuring out how to finish getting himself suited up Film Sundries Thank you for supporting Marvel Movie Minute on Patreon! Watch this film: iTunes • Amazon • Netflix • Hulu • YouTube Join the conversation on Discord Script Transcript Original teaser trailer Original theatrical trailer Original poster artwork Art of the Title Original Material The Most Excellent 80’s Movie Podcast MostExcellentPod on Instagram MostExcellentPod on Facebook

in which Andy and his guests Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell from the Most Excellent 80’s Movies Podcast talk about Yinsen’s increased panic opposite Tony’s calm, the art of movie explosions, and Hungarian comedy (or tragedy, depending on your point of view) Film Sundries Thank you for supporting Marvel Movie Minute on Patreon! Watch this film: iTunes • Amazon • Netflix • Hulu • YouTube Join the conversation on Discord Script Transcript Original teaser trailer Original theatrical trailer Original poster artwork Art of the Title Original Material The Most Excellent 80’s Movie Podcast MostExcellentPod on Instagram MostExcellentPod on Facebook

in which Andy and his guests Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell from the Most Excellent 80’s Movies Podcast talk about elements of the movie montage, Russian Rambo movie posters, and a rough deleted scene with Rhodey Film Sundries Thank you for supporting Marvel Movie Minute on Patreon! Watch this film: iTunes • Amazon • Netflix • Hulu • YouTube Join the conversation on Discord Script Transcript Original teaser trailer Original theatrical trailer Original poster artwork Art of the Title Original Material The Most Excellent 80’s Movie Podcast MostExcellentPod on Instagram MostExcellentPod on Facebook

in which Andy and his guests Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell from the Most Excellent 80’s Movies Podcast talk about the awesome shots of Tony hammering away at his mask (by candlelight nonetheless!), the quality of CGI smoke vs. real smoke, and Yinsen’s unnecessary monologue Film Sundries Thank you for supporting Marvel Movie Minute on Patreon! Watch this film: iTunes • Amazon • Netflix • Hulu • YouTube Join the conversation on Discord Script Transcript Original teaser trailer Original theatrical trailer Original poster artwork Art of the Title Original Material The Most Excellent 80’s Movie Podcast MostExcellentPod on Instagram MostExcellentPod on Facebook

in which Andy and his guests Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell from the Most Excellent 80’s Movies Podcast talk about stronger threats from no subtitles, the work of utility stunt players, and the Raiders of the Lost Ark hot poker comparison Film Sundries Watch this film: iTunes • Amazon • Netflix • Hulu • YouTube Join the conversation on Discord Script Transcript Original teaser trailer Original theatrical trailer Original poster artwork Art of the Title Original Material The Most Excellent 80’s Movie Podcast MostExcellentPod on Instagram MostExcellentPod on Facebook

A slice of life from the whimsical 80's, Matt and Mark review Bill & Ted! Not the first time travelling comedy by any stretch, it un-apologetically plays with the "fish out of water" routine to full affect. While Bill & Ted may be SoCal caricatures of the proto "dudebro" aesthetic, they are played by Alex Winter and Keanu Reeves as fully fleshed out 3D characters. Are the historical figures cartoonish? Very much so. But that serves the point in the end. Hidden within the obvious gags are tinges of subtle comedic moments. Before the pastiche of Wayne's World and the dynasty of Beavis and Butthead, there was Bill & Ted! Most Excellent! Party on!Download: 276 Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure

It’s the podcast that has it all! Kidnapping! Gaslighting! Stockholm syndrome! Miniature Golf! AND a filmmaker and a comedian ready to dive in to the 80s movies we love! This is Overboard from 1987 on the Most Excellent 80s!

It’s the epsidode where a filmmaker and a comedian make their way through the jungle of the 80s movies we love, even when the crocodile of toxic masculinity pops right up and rears its ugly head... That's right, we watched Crocodile Dundee from 1986 on the Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! 

It’s the podcast where a filmmaker and a comedian make their way through the mysterious suburban neighborhood of 80s movies we love. And, as always, we wonder what the heck Corey Feldman is doing there. That's right, we watched The Burbs from 1989 on the Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! 

Episode 111: Holy time capers Deadpool, the Joker is going to bring back the 80’s! As all the nostalgia riddled news comes pouring through this week, we talk about Bill and Ted, Predator, Thunder Cats, She-Ra, and Queen. Yes this is still 2018. We also watched Deadpool 2, which we are really excited to talk about. Enjoy! Going back in time to fix our mistakes: Most Excellent: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/cannes-keanu-reeves-alex-winter-reteaming-bill-ted-3-1107419 THE Predator: https://youtu.be/VPI9E-wNK8s Ho! http://ew.com/tv/2018/05/18/cartoon-network-thundercats-new-animated-series/ http://theamazingworldofgumball.wikia.com/wiki/File:SuperSaiyan.jpg She-Ra Returns! http://ew.com/tv/2018/05/18/she-ra-netflix-cast-photo-reveal/ From particular point of view: Muppets Return! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-eks8LG72uo Bohemian Rhapsody: https://youtu.be/6S9c5nnDd_s “So you're saying there's a chance?” https://www.etonline.com/x-men-dark-phoenix-director-simon-kinberg-teases-extraterrestrial-characters-exclusive-102392 Gotg”****” https://movieweb.com/guardians-of-the-galaxy-vol-3-official-title/ Lando movie news https://io9.gizmodo.com/no-a-lando-movie-isnt-the-next-star-wars-story-for-1826071850 Deadpool 2 Review https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5463162/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deadpool_2 Find us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kenobiscorner/ Twitter: @kenobiscorner https://twitter.com/kenobiscorner SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kenobis-corner Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCM9i2PJJvwyRc7XshD1F_3A iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/kenobis-corner/id1100976667?mt=2

Not only do we have a guest for the first time on Most Excellent 8os... but also actor Adam Rini and Krissy face off about the post-library fate of our favorite characters! This time on the Most Excellent 80's Movies Podcast we watched the Breakfast Club from 1985! It’s the podcast where a Brainy Filmmaker, a Basket Case Comedian and a Princess Actor hang out in the Library of life to talk about the 80s movies we love so much.

This time on the Most Excellent 80's Movies Podcast we watched Wes Craven's A Nightmare on Elm Street! It’s the podcast where a filmmaker and a comedian live their dream of chatting about the 80s movies they love… even when one of those turns out to be a gooey Nightmare!  

This time on the Most Excellent 80's Movies Podcast we watched National Lampoon's Vacation from 1983! It’s the podcast where a film maker and a comedian rediscover the movies from the decade that made us weird. And gosh darn it, we are going to have FUN or I am going to turn this podcast AROUND!

This time on the Most Excellent 80's Movies Podcast we watched John Carpenter's Escape From New York from 1981! It’s the podcast where a Filmmaker and a Comedian get airlifted into the chaos of the 80's movies you love, hate, hate to love or love to hate... to save the President, possibly? And definitely to avoid getting our heads exploded. 

Welcome to The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! It's the podcast where a filmmaker, a comedian, and their most excellent guests talk about the 80s movies you love, thought you knew, or might have missed. Excellent!

1 Corinthians 13 Bible is prefaced with “and now I will show you the most excellent way” -- love is the MOST EXCELLENT way. This passage is not just for weddings, but is addressed to the Church, to Jesus’ One Body, Many Parts. We all share the same definition of what LOVE IS, because God has provided this all-important definition for us in Scripture.

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This week we talk about mentoring and the title of "Most Excellent". App extras include a wallpaper for your mobile device and a paper entitled, Desagulier and The March! Thanks for listening and have an amazing week! #freemasonry

http://www.myspace.com/lawrencelaughing I wish you Peace Lawrence Laughing Togetherness Lawrence Laughing Unity Song Lawrence Laughing Lawrence "Happy" Laughing is among a new generation of Native American singers that is bringing its traditional music and culture into a more contemporary setting. Lawrence Laughing conveys a quiet, hymnlike quality in his songs. These aren't trance-inducing pow-wow chants, but gentle traditional songs that evoke his connections with his people and their environment. When spoken in English, such as on "Hope," the sentiments expressed can sound a bit simplistic, but when sung in Laughing's native Mohawk tongue, his songs carry a spirit that transcends language. The atmosphere of Now Our Minds Are One is provided by producer Tom Wasinger, who has also worked with Shenandoah. Wasinger surrounds Laughing's songs with delicate acoustic and electric guitar ornaments, subtle, coloristic percussion, and soothing harmonies. The simple pluck of a rabab or the stark whine of a bowed zither is enough to set the stage for Laughing's songs of the spirit. --John Diliberto -- Editorial Reviews from Amazon.com "Now Our Minds are One" is his MOST EXCELLENT solo CD. You can get it at Silver Wave records http://www.silverwave.com/laughing.shtml "Orneda" is the CD he did with Joanne Shenandoha. Also a very excellent CD. (Be sure to click on the link under Band Website to get to Silver Wave). He has another CD called "Onjida" which he recorded in Canada. Please stay tuned for updates.