Podcast appearances and mentions of neil rosen

You probably think of a hammock as that flimsy sheet of cloth you string between two trees. The thing that when you get in it you either look lazy and pretentious or you simply flip over and fall to the ground losing what little dignity you have. Well, this is hammock season in show business. It's the time between the big holiday blockbusters and the big summer action movie blockbusters. Judging by the most recent box-office results people are wise to this and very few people are venturing out to the theaters right now. Maybe they're streaming, who really knows? Nonetheless, we've had a look at some of your entertainment options. We start with "The Studio" which follows a legacy Hollywood movie studio striving to survive in a world where it is increasingly difficult for art and business to live together.So it goes and hires someone played by Seth Rogen. We've all seen it and we'll let you know if it's worth your time, Then there's the controversial live action version of "Snow White" starring Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot. Way too much has been written about it but Bill Bregoli actually ventured out to see it. He's the only one of us brave enough. Bill McCuddy tells us about "Thank You Very Much," which is a documentary about performance artist and "song and dance man" Andy Kaufman. Neil Rosen, who likes to follow around people who wear tuxedos, tells us about "The Penguin Lessons" and his conversation with star Steve Coogan. For spy movie fans we have "Black Bag" from director Stephen Soderbergh which stars Michael Fassbender and Cate Blanchett. For streaming folks there's "Toxic Town" which is based on a true story and stars Jodie Whittaker and Aime Lou Wood. Aimee is also in the current season of "White Lotus" so naturally we drift off into a conversation about that. We also talk about a controversy surrounding Johnny Carson's couch and Bill M tells us about his conversation with Alec Baldwin. So even if none of what Hollywood is offering right now interests you at least you've got us to listen to. 

We are now in Daylight SavingsTime and if you're like us, you're missing that hour of sleep you lost last weekend. Some say it's worth it because of the extra sunlight at the end of the day. But most folks would rather watch something entertaining than stare at the sun.So we've got the latest alternatives. We start with "Novocaine" starring Jack Quaid as a mild-mannered bank employee. He's has a rare conition that makes him incapable of feeling physical pain  But when the girl of his dreams is kidnapped, he turns his rare condition into an unexpected advantage in the fight to rescue her. Bill Bregoli will let you know if he liked it. Then there's "I Love You Forever" which is billed as a subversive romantic comedy gone wrong that follows a young woman into and out of an emotionally abusive relationship. Neil Rosen and Bill McCuddy both report what they thought of it. For streaming fans we have The Åre Murders" which is a Swedish mystery series on Netflix we saw. There's also "A Thousand Blows" which comes from the creator of "Peaky Blinders." It's based on a real life female gang in 1880s London. "Neil tells us about watching "House of Telegraph Hill" which starred Richard Basehart and Bill McCuddy fills us all in on the reality series :The Baldwins" and the action movie "Den of Theives 2." Oh, and you may have already forgotten about the Oscars but we'll tell you what we thought of them. Now that you've read all this the sun has already gone down, so go find something to watch!

If you've been paying any attention to the Oscar race you've no doubt heard the controversy surrounding "Emilia Perez" and its nominated star Karla Sofia Gascon. Something to do with tweets, or whatever you call them now that they're on X. It's a fluid situation but we'll add our two cents. Meanwhile Bill Bregoli still insists on watching movies in theaters and he fills us in on "Companion" which stars Sophie Thatcher of "Yellowjackets." It's hard to describe without giving away too much but let's just say it's edgy. Neil Rosen tells a story about going to see Woody Allen play the clarinet and he also caught up with a documentary called "When Jews Were Funny" which was apparently a while ago, but it's on YouTube. Bill McCuddy has also been busy streaming and he fills us in on "Catch Me a Killer" which tells the harrowing story of South Africa's first serial killer profiler. And he's also seen "The Agency" which stars Michel Fassbender as, you guessed it, a spy. But that's not all. We've also got the Apple TV+ thriller "Prime Target" and the animated satire of Big Pharma called "Common Side Effects." 

Daylight Savings Time is coming to an end and darkness will be upon us even sooner. But that's OK since there are lots of movies and shows to watch.We start with "Woman of the Hour." It's the directorial debut of Anna Kendrick who also stars in the film as Sheryl Bradshaw, a single woman looking for a suitor on a hit 1970s TV show, chooses charming bachelor Rodney Alcala, unaware that, behind the man's gentle facade, he hides a deadly secret.It's based on a true story! Bill Bregoli and Bill McCuddy both saw it and they'll tell you what they think. Neil Rosen, on the other hand, went to some Broadway plays. The first is "Hold on to Me Darling" starring Adam Driver. And he also saw "Left on Tenth" starring Julianna Margulies and Peter Gallagher. For streaming folks there's the Seth Meyers comedy special "Dad Man Walking" which is about, you guessed it - being a dad. Plus there's the intense drama "Disclaimer" which stars Cate Blanchett as a television documentary journalist whose work has been built on revealing the transgressions of long-respected institutions. And for something less intense there's "It's Florida, Man" which is an irreverent late-night series bringing to life unbelievable tales from Florida. Safer than actually going there. We've also got the Netflix documentary "Sweet Bobby: My Catfish Nightmare" and even more. Time's a wastin' so listen in!

Send us a Text Message.Award-winning children's author Neil Rosen, also known by his whimsical pen name Professor Stork, joins me to share his inspiring journey from a bookish childhood to rediscovering his passion for writing later in life. His latest graphic novel, Mila on Purpose, celebrates friendship and diversity and aims to help children build confidence.We also weigh the pros and cons of each publishing method, from the lengthy process of landing a traditional publisher to the financial and creative freedom of self-publishing. We share practical strategies for parents, from finding books that align with your kids' interests to making reading a shared activity. Don't miss our discussion on writing series to build an audience, featuring everything from children's rhyming books about nature to engaging fiction. Support the Show.****************************************************************************➡️ P.S. I'm running my 4th cohort on how to monetize your writing in September, in which I show you how to find writing gigs in markets across the world, grasp the art of pitching, and make income from your writing. You can check it out here and read testimonials from previous students. I would love to have you as a participant.

One thing about staying home in the air conditioning is that you wind up seeing a lot of commercials. And boy have they been advertising our first movie, "Fly Me to the Moon." It stars (in case you've been asleep or in a coma) Scarlett Johanson and Channing Tatum. They're selling it as a "fake the moon mission" movie but it's more than that...and less. Bill Bregoli and Bill McCuddy both saw it and they'll explain. Then there's "Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F" in which Axel Foley returns to Beverly Hills after his daughter's life is threatened, and works with old pals John Taggart and Billy Rosewood to uncover a conspiracy. It's the fourth film in the franchise. Should it be the last? We'll let you know. Neil Rosen lets us know what he thought of the third season of "The Bear" and for you documentary fans there's "Faye" which covers the career of Faye Dunaway. Plus we've got the reality real estate show "Owning Manhattan" and the true crime limited series "Hollywood Con Queen." So listen in!

Author and Educator Neil Rosen joins us for a delightful discussion about reading. He is the children's book author found on Amazon and known by his readers as “Professor Stork”. You can find out why at the end of the interview. Neil joins us to celebrate his upcoming book called REDISCOVERING THE VILLAGE:Classic Strategies To Help Children Develop A Lifelong Love Of Learning, which he co-authored back in the 1960's and 1970's with Gail Simpson. Come August, it will probably be the last book from that time to be finally published. Neil's message is simple: parents should spend more quality time with their students (kids) and make sure that time includes the outdoors.  You can find Neil's other books on his website  https://professorstork.com  including: Penelope and Jack, Together Apart  by Neil Rosen #GrowYourCircle: The graphic novel series that nurtures purpose and empathy while building leadership skills in children (Mila on Purpose Book 1)  **for Middle School Readers

This month on Arts in the City… Donna Hanover steps inside the studio of artist Es Devlin at Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum; Andrew Falzon catches the Life & Slimes of Marc Summers off-Broadway; Neil Rosen visits A Union of Hope: 1869, the new exhibit at the Tenement Museum; Patrick Pacheco chats with actor Stan Brown who just made his Broadway debut at 60 years old in the Tony-nominated play Water For Elephants; Megan Gleason checks out Baruch College's Mishkin Gallery; and Carol Anne Riddell tries some of the city's best rugelach!

This month on Arts In The City… Donna Hanover heads to the Gil Studio where they restore NYC's stained glass windows; Carol Anne Riddell checks out Clifford Prince King's eye-catching art with the Public Art Fund; Andrew Falzon visits the Whitney and their exhibit about the first AI-generated art; Neil Rosen learns about the NYC Indie Film Fest; and Scott Kerbey meets a couple who are lighting up Broadway stage!

What does it take for kids to become passionate about learning? How can we as parents encourage this process at home? My guest this week, Neil Rosen, has a forthcoming book called Rediscovering the Village: Classic Strategies to Help Children Develop a Lifelong Love of Learning, and he's joining me to share some smart strategies for creating a learning-centered home environment.   Join us this week to hear Neil's fascinating ideas on how to create a culture of kids who are passionate lifelong learners, the importance of developing strong family-school relationships, and how we can model this kind of behavior as parents.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://planningplaytime.com/71

Swap out the screen time; read with your kids! Tune in to this episode and transform your parenting perspectives as Neil Rosen inspires us on the connecting power of books. Discover how you can use books as conversation starters on real-world topics with your teenagers to cultivate an open-minded mind within your young ones.     Key takeaways to listen for: The uniting power of reading with your family Valuable insights on entrepreneurship and schooling How an open-minded parenting fosters better paths for your children A parenting approach to allow your children to create their own path Strategic ways to nurture your child's self-discovery in shaping their future     Resources  Penelope and Jack by Uncle Inkwell and Professor Stork | Paperback and Hardcover The Richest Man in Babylon by George S. Clason | Paperback and Hardcover   Do you want to create a legendary family life like Jim and Jamie? Go to www.JJPlaybook.com to schedule a call with a sales counselor and download your own copy of their book, Passive Income Playbook, so you never have to choose between work and family ever again!   Are you looking for new, creative ways to bond with your family while elevating your reading experience? Sign up at https://professorstork.com/subscribe/ to become part of Professor Stork's Family Book Club and receive FREE educational and inspirational book recommendations!     About Neil Rosen Neil is a multifaceted entrepreneur and author with a diverse education, psychology, and entrepreneurship background. He holds advanced degrees in both Education and Psychology and has spent 12 years teaching elementary school in public education.    Neil founded the National School Reporting Services, providing millions of families with invaluable information online. Today, he focuses primarily on writing books, ranging from fiction children's books under Professor Stork's pen name to insightful nonfiction books for adults wanting to navigate parenting and education better.     Connect with Neil Website: Professor Stork     Connect with Us To learn more about us, visit our website at www.18summers.com or email us at info@18summers.com. To get a copy of our book “The Family Board Meeting”, click here.   Subscribe to 18 Summers Podcast and leave a rating and written review!     Social Media Channels Facebook Group: 18 Summers LinkedIn: Jimmy Sheils Instagram: @18summerstribe

Hey there, parents! This week on "Social Saturdays," we're sitting down with Neil Rosen, a seasoned educator and lifelong learner.  

Word is that there's a big football game this weekend. In fact, Hollywood is so afraid no one will go to the movies this weekend that they're not putting many new ones in theaters. "Lisa Frankenstein" is sort of a sacrifical lamb. It's directed by Zelda Williams and written by Diablo Cody and it's about about a teenager and her crush, who happens to be a corpse. Bill Bregoli doesn't watch football anyway, so he checked it out. Neil Rosen and Bill McCuddy saw a french film called "Driving Madeleine" and they were both surprised by how much they liked it. We've also got "Argylle" which is about a reclusive author who writes espionage novels about a secret agent and a global spy syndicate and realizes the plot of the new book she's writing starts to mirror real-world events, in real time.It didn't make a lot of money when it opened last weeekend and Bill Bregoli explains why. Bill McCuddy tells us about "Feud: Capote vs the Swans" which is an anthology series centering on famous feuds, including Bette Davis and Joan Crawford, and Truman Capote and the New York elite.For documentary fans we've got "The Greatest Night in Pop" which tells how on January 25th 1985, dozens of the era's most popular musicians gathered in Los Angeles to record a charity single for African famine relief. Setting egos aside, they collaborated on a song that would make history. It's on Netflix, and also on Netflix is the animated tale "Orion and the Dark" which is about a boy with an active imagination faces his fears on an unforgettable journey through the night with his new friend: a giant, smiling creature named Dark.It's got some big names involved.And for you streaming fans there's "Masters of the Air," which is the latest from the people who brought you "Band of Brothers" and "The Pacific." And we've also got "Griselda" which stars Sofia Vergara as a woman who creates one of the most ruthless cartels in history. Plus we'll tell you about the new season of "Curb Your Enthusiasm" and what we thought of the Grammy Awards. Listen in!

This month on Arts In the City… Andrew Falzon checks out the bubbly at Brooklyn Seltzer Boys; Carol Anne Riddell visits the new exhibit at the Museum of Jewish Heritage; Susan Jhun learns about the lindy hop at with the Harlem Swing Dance Society; Donna Hannover sits down with harpist Ashley Jackson; Neil Rosen tours the historic Kaufman Astoria Studios in Queens; and Black America's Carol Jenkins chats with Spike Lee about his art collection on display at the Brooklyn Museum!

It's a strange time of year. People have taken down their holiday decorations and tossed their Christmas trees out to the curb. But there are some new movies, and there are some kind of old movies that are getting awards. Let's start with "Mean Girls." It was a new movie 20 years ago but this time they've added some songs and made it into a movie musical. Bill Bregoli was the only one of us brave enough to go see it and he'll tell what he thought. Then there's "Society of the Snow" based on the true story of what happened in 1972 when an airplane carrying a rugby team crashed on a glacier in the Andes. The few passengers who survive the crash find themselves in one of the world's toughest environments to survive."Wait a second," you're saying, "Wasn't there a movie about that same subject years ago. The one where they ate their dead." Yes, there were two in fact, but this new one is much different. Then Bill McCuddy and Neil Rosen tell you what they thought of the Golden Globe Awards last weekend and the recently announced SAG Award nominations. Bill M also fills us in on two new documentaries. There's "Sly" which is about Sylvester Stallone, and "Arnold," which follows the life of Arnold Schwarzenegger. And few you monster movie fans, Bill M tells us about "Monarch" on Apple TV+. So make sure you've picked up that tinsel that's on the floor and listen in,

Chances are you've got a lot on your plate (metaphorically speaking) this week and you don't have time to figure out what to watch after the big meal is over. Luckily we've predigested all sorts of entertainment options for you. We start with a big one - "Napoleon" Ridley Scott's epic that details the checkered rise and fall of French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte and his relentless journey to power through the prism of his addictive, volatile relationship with his wife, Josephine.Joaquin Phoenix has the title role. All three of us saw it and we all kind of agreed on it. Then there's "May December" which takes place twenty years after their notorious tabloid romance gripped the nation, as a married couple buckles under pressure when an actress arrives to do research for a film about their past. It''s got Natalie Portman and Julianne Moore in it. Bill McCuddy tells us what he thought of David Fincher's Netflix movie "The Killer" which stars Michael fassbender as an assassin. Neil Rosen fills us in on the new miniseiries "Lessons in Chemistry" starring Brie Larson, and he also talks about the documentary "Albert Brooks: Defending My Life" which is about, you guessed it, Albert Brooks. And Bill Bregoli gives us the skinny on Taika Waititi's sports comedy "Next Goal Wins." It's the perfect podcast to listen to while you're on hold with the Butterball Turkey Hotline.This 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/4137244/advertisement

Okay folks. Here come the serious movies! Maybe you'd prefer another "Barbie" but now we've got the "buzz worthy" award-bait movies. It happens this time of year and there's no avoiding it. Still, if you listen to us at least you'll know which of these films are worth your time. We start with "Nyad" which is based on the true story of athlete Diana Nyad who, at the age of 60 and with the help of her best friend and coach, commits to achieving her life-long dream: a 110-mile open ocean swim from Cuba to Florida. It even stars Anette bening and Jodie Foster. It also happens to be one of the films shown recently at the Hamptons International Film Festival which Neil Rosen and Bill McCuddy attended. And they even got interviews from the filmmakers of films such as "Nyad," "The Zone of Interest," "Radical" and the documentary "In Restless Dreams: The Music of Paul Simon." But that's not all. We also cover "The Holdovers" in which Paul Giamatti plays a cranky history teacher at a remote prep school who is forced to remain on campus over the holidays with a troubled student who has no place to go. And then we've got a biggie - "Killers of the Flower Moon." It's Martin Scorcese's epic about how when oil is discovered in 1920s Oklahoma under Osage Nation land, the Osage people are murdered one by one. Neil goes on at length about how he thought it was too long. Which is kind of ironic. Neil also tells how much he likes the 2nd season of "The Guilded Age." Plus we've got "Pain Hustlers" which is about a fictional pharmaceutical company and stars Emily Blunt. So set some of your precious time aside and listen in.If nothing else, this podcast is shorter than Martin Scorcese's movie.This 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/4137244/advertisement

Don't feel free to #beyourself in your relationships? Not sure when is the right time to discuss the hard issues or reveal your #trueself in a new relationship? Wondering if you or your partner have the #emotionalmaturity to be in a #seriousrelationship?Listen now to this conversation between Neil Rosen, Motivational Life Coach and Happiness Expert Samia Bano for some enlightening insights on how to build #healthyrelationships from the perspective of American and Asian (Indian-Pakistani) Cultures. Connect with Neil at: https://www.facebook.com/neil.rosen.7549You can also contact Neil via email: neilrosen@sbcglobal.net,or text him at 714-403-8519 (USA number).#Relationships #Dating #Love #Marriage #Romance #RelationshipAdvice #DatingTips #SingleLife #ModernLove #DatingAdvice #EmotionalIntelligence #CommunicationSkills #LoveLife #DatingIn2023 #FamilyDynamics #HonestyInDating #SocialSkills #CulturalPerspectives #HeartfeltMoments #ModernRelationships #FindingLove #DatingCulture #Partnership_____________________________________ABOUT SAMIA:Samia Bano is the #HappinessExpert, author, speaker, podcaster & coach for coaches and healers. Samia is most known for her book, 'Make Change Fun and Easy' and her #podcast of the same name. With the help of her signature Follow Your Heart Process™, a unique combination of #PositivePsychology and the #spiritual wisdom of our most effective #ChangeMakers, Samia helps you overcome #LimitingBeliefs, your chains of fear, to develop a #PositiveMindset and create the impact and income you desire with fun and ease…Samia's advanced signature programs include the Happiness 101 Class and the Transformative Action Training.Samia is also a Certified #ReikiHealer and Crisis Counselor working to promote #MentalHealthAwareness. Samia models #HeartCenteredLeadership and business that is both #SociallyResponsible and #EnvironmentallyFriendly.Samia is a practicing #Muslim with an inter-spiritual approach. As someone who has a love and appreciation for diversity, she is a #BridgeBuilder between people of different faiths and cultures. Although Samia currently lives in California, USA, she has lived in 3 other countries and speaks Hindi, Urdu, and English fluently. Want to learn even more about Samia? Visit www.academyofthriving.com :)To Book your Free HAPPINESS 101 EXPLORATION CALL with Samia, click: https://my.timetrade.com/book/JX9XJ

Don't feel free to #beyourself in your relationships? Not sure when is the right time to discuss the hard issues or reveal your #trueself in a new relationship? Wondering if you or your partner have the #emotionalmaturity to be in a #seriousrelationship?Listen now to this conversation between Neil Rosen, Motivational Life Coach and Happiness Expert Samia Bano for some enlightening insights on how to build #healthyrelationships from the perspective of American and Asian (Indian-Pakistani) Cultures. Connect with Neil at: https://www.facebook.com/neil.rosen.7549You can also contact Neil via email: neilrosen@sbcglobal.net,or text him at 714-403-8519 (USA number).#Relationships #Dating #Love #Marriage #Romance #RelationshipAdvice #DatingTips #SingleLife #ModernLove #DatingAdvice #EmotionalIntelligence #CommunicationSkills #LoveLife #DatingIn2023 #FamilyDynamics #HonestyInDating #SocialSkills #CulturalPerspectives #HeartfeltMoments #ModernRelationships #FindingLove #DatingCulture #Partnership_____________________________________ABOUT SAMIA:Samia Bano is the #HappinessExpert, author, speaker, podcaster & coach for coaches and healers. Samia is most known for her book, 'Make Change Fun and Easy' and her #podcast of the same name. With the help of her signature Follow Your Heart Process™, a unique combination of #PositivePsychology and the #spiritual wisdom of our most effective #ChangeMakers, Samia helps you overcome #LimitingBeliefs, your chains of fear, to develop a #PositiveMindset and create the impact and income you desire with fun and ease…Samia's advanced signature programs include the Happiness 101 Class and the Transformative Action Training.Samia is also a Certified #ReikiHealer and Crisis Counselor working to promote #MentalHealthAwareness. Samia models #HeartCenteredLeadership and business that is both #SociallyResponsible and #EnvironmentallyFriendly.Samia is a practicing #Muslim with an inter-spiritual approach. As someone who has a love and appreciation for diversity, she is a #BridgeBuilder between people of different faiths and cultures. Although Samia currently lives in California, USA, she has lived in 3 other countries and speaks Hindi, Urdu, and English fluently. Want to learn even more about Samia? Visit www.academyofthriving.com :)To Book your Free HAPPINESS 101 EXPLORATION CALL with Samia, click: https://my.timetrade.com/book/JX9XJ

It's too darn hot - but luckily seeing movies or watching shows can be a great way to cool down. Bill Bregoli, who actually goes to theaters, went and saw "Meg 2: The Trench." Bill's a big proponent of OPAC (Other Peoples' Air Conditioning). And he'll let you know what he thought of the movie. Neil Rosen, on the other hand, stayed indoors to binge both seasons of "The Bear" and he also read "The Church of Baseball" which is all about the making of "Bull Durham." Bill McCuddy also curled up with his air conditioner to re-watch "Tre Detective." He also checked out "The River Wild" on Netflix which follows a pair of siblings who love but distrust each other as they embark on a white-water rafting trip with a small group. One of their friends from childhood turns out to be more dangerous than he appears. Bill M also watched a French mystery called "The Night of the 12th." And for you streaming series fans we've got the thrid season of "Reservation Dogs," the fourth season of the "Harley Quinn" animated series and the third season of "How To with John Wilson." So pour yourself a cold one and listen in!This 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/4137244/advertisement

History was made last weekend. Well, box-office history. Both "Barbie" and "Oppenheimer" opened bigger than anyone expected. People got dressed up as their favorite physicist. Everyone wore pink. It was nuts. A run of the mill July weekend of movies got turned into an event. Bill Bregoli and Bill McCuddy saw both pictures and naturally Neil Rosen has questions. Lots of questions. Also, the past few weeks have seen writers, and now actors go out on strike. So we have some perspective on that mishegas. And in sympathy with the writers,your humble scribe is going to stop right here (lest he get picketed) and leave it to you to listen to the podcast.This 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/4137244/advertisement

It's a busy time of year - you're out buying extra packages of hot dogs as well as sunscreen and bug spray and it's almost enough to get you tired of summer already even though it just started. So we suggested that you take a little "me time" and sit down and watch something.And we've got all sorts of entertainment optioons for you. First there's "Maggie Moore(s)." It's got Jon Hamm and Tina Fey in it. Bill Mccuddy and Neil Rosen took a look at it and they'll tell you what they think. Meanwhile Bill Bregoli will fill you in on "No Hard Feelings" which is an R-rated comedy starring Jennifer Lawrence. And Bill Mccuddy was lucky enough to interview Jacqueline Bisset and Judy Greer about their new projects and he'll tell you how that went. Neil Rosen caught up with "For All Mankind" and he also read a book by Quentin Tarantino. And for you documentary fans we've got "Jared From Subway: Catching a Monster" as well as "Clean" which is about people whoe clean up crime scenes. Oh, and we've also watched the "Ted Lasso" finale as well as season two of "And Just Like That" and "The Bear." So take a break, pour some ided tea and listen in.This 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/4137244/advertisement

Despite the fact that it's summertime, there are plenty of reasons to stay indoors and watch stuff. The skies are hazy and the wole world smells like a barbeque. That's why w've been staying in our bunkers and watching stuff. We start with "Daliland." It's Iset n 1973, when a young gallery assistant goes on a wild adventure behind the scenes as he helps the aging genius Salvador Dali prepare for a big show in New York. Ben Kingsley plays Salvatore Dali and Neil Rosen will tell you all about. It. Next, Bill Bregoli attemps to tell you about "Flamin' Hot." It's the story of Flamin' Hot Cheetos" and Bill Bregoli attempts to tell you about it. For you documentary buffs there's "Being Mary Taylor Moore" which Bill McCuddy checked out. If you like streaming comedies we've got "Platonic" which stars Rose Byrne and Seth Rogen. and "Fubar" starring Arnold Schwarzegger. And if you like going to theaters to watch comedies there's "About My Father" starring the ever paternal Robert DeNiro and "You Hurt My feelings" starring Julia Louis-Dreyfus. Plenty of reasons to stay indoors and listen in.This 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/4137244/advertisement

Sure, your calendar says summer doesn't start for a few weeks, but Hollywood thinks otherwise. Which is why the latest in the "Fast and Furious" franchise is racing to your local multipex. It's called "Fast X." It's the tenth (Roman numerals - get it?) of these motorized epics and it's also the first of the final trilogy. Bill Bregoli buckled up his seatbelt and saw it and he'll let you know what he thought of it. Neil Rosen, on the other hand, watched something on the small screen and he'll tell you about "Love & Death" whic stars Elizabeth Olsen and is about two churchgoing couples who enjoy small town family life in Texas - until somebody picks up an axe. Bill McCuddy tells us what he thinks about what "Succession: is ending its run on the small screen. And he fills us in on "Barry" as well. He and Neil will fill you in on the latest standup special from John Mulaney. we also have "The Artifice Girl" which asks probing questions about A.I. And for streaming fans we've got "The Last Thing He Told Me" which stars Jennifer Garner as a woman who forms an unexpected relationship with her 16-year-old stepdaughter while searching for the truth about why her husband has mysteriously disappeared. And then there's "Drops of God" which is about a woman who discovers the world's greatest wine collection that's left by her estranged father and competes against a Japanese man to claim her inheritance. So slather on some sunscreen and listen in!.This 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/4137244/advertisement

Documentary fans will have plenty to shout about with this wee's episode. We start with "Little Richard: I Am Everything" which is a revealing look at a kind rock 'n' roll icon who shaped the world of music.Then We've got "Pretty Baby: Brooke Shields" which follows actor, model, and icon Brooke Shields as she becomes a woman who discovers her power after being a sexualized young girl. And there's there's "Imagaining the Indian" which explores the exploitation of Native American culture in sports. And for you "based on a true story but with actors" fans we've got "Air" which stars Matt Damon and Ben Affleck and follows the history of shoe salesman Sonny Vaccaro, and how he led Nike in its pursuit of the greatest athlete in the history of basketball, Michael Jordan. And we've also got "Tetris" which is the story of how one of the world's most popular video games found its way to players around the globe. Plus we look at "Paint" which stars Owen Wilson as Carl Nargle, Vermont's #1 public television painter, who is convinced he has it all: a signature perm, custom van, and fans hanging on his every stroke - until a younger, better artist steals everything (and everyone) Carl loves. And of course, Neil Rosen has an exclusive look at the final season of "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel." So turn your earphones up to 11 and listen in!This 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/4137244/advertisement

That big awards show that cast a long shadow over the whole movie business has come and finally gone. And yes, we'll talk about the Oscar telecast. We watched it. You might not have. Maybe you did. But now there are finally some new movies to talk about. Neil Rosen starts us off with "Wildflower." It's a coming-of-age film that follows Bea Johnson from birth to graduation as she navigates life with an intellectually disabled parent and an extended family who can't quite agree on the best way to help. That segues nicely into "Campions" in which a former minor-league basketball coach (Woody Harrelson) is ordered by the court to manage a team of players with intellectual disabilities.Bill Bregoli has something completely different - "65"which stars Adam Driver as an astronaut who crash lands on a mysterious planet only to discover he's not alone. And Bill McCuddy fills us in on "The Ritual Killer" which stars Morgan Freeman and its about a detective on the verge of retirement who teams with a professor of African Studies to track down a serial killer who is performing the ancient black magic practice of Muti. We've also got "The Quiet Girl." It's an Irish film about a quiet,neglected girl who is sent away from her dysfunctional family to live with foster parents for the summer. And we also look at Th New York Times Presents: Sin Eater: The Crimes of Anthony Pellicano." It's a two-part series on Hollywood's dirtiest P.I. Anthony Pellicano who is out of prison--and he's talking. Previously unseen evidence raises questions about why so few Hollywood stars faced consequences when Pellicano was exposed. It's time to forget about all those movies and shows you've been hearing about for the past 6 months and find something new. So listen in.This 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/4137244/advertisement

The past year's movies have all built up to this - the 95th Annual Academy Awards. And believe it or not there's a lot riding on this glitzy and overlong ceremony. Hundreds of actors, publicists, filmmakers and moguls are hoping their efforts will be recognized this year. Of course, we have our opinions of which nominees will win and which should win. Neil Rosen tells you who the nominees are and then he and Bill McCuddy parse the chances of everyone involved. And when Bill Bregoli is allowed to speak he manages to make some interesting points. It's all in good fun. We also discuss Chris Rock's recent Netflix special which, if you got through it all, also mentioned what happened at last year's Oscars. Uh, yeah; Well, anyway, this year is bound to be different. So listen in!This 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/4137244/advertisement

We're in the middle of winter and it seems like a good time to snuggle up with a movie. We've sampled some of the season's offerings and we start with "Knock at the Cabin" starrring Dave Bautista. It's about a girl and her parents who are taken hostage by armed strangers who demand that the family make a choice to avert the apocalypse. And it's directed by M Night Shyamalan who has a fondness for twists in his movies. Bill Bregoli saw it and he'll tell you what he can without spoling anything. Neil Rosen tells us about "You People" starring Jonah Hill and Lauren London as an interracial couple whose parents just can't get along. And Bill McCuddy fills us in on "The Snow Girl" which is a Netflix series about, you guessed it, a missing girl. We also discuss "to Leslie" which is about aWest Texas single mother who wins the lottery and squanders it just as fast, leaving behind a world of heartbreak. It's star, Andrea Riseborough got herself a controversial Oscar nomination for her work in it. There's more, so grab a hot toddy and listen in!This 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/4137244/advertisement

First it was Peak Flu Season and now it's Peak Awards Season. And there's no shot you can take to make you immune from all the hype. The Academy Award nominations came out and you're going to keep hearing about the nominated films and people from now until late March so you may as well hear about it now from us and block out everyone else. Neil Rosen and Bill McCuddy discuss the snubs and surprises and things get a little heated. Bill Bregoli gets a word or two in edgewise but he went out and saw a new movie - "Infinity Pool" which is a horror movie directed by Brandon Cronenberg staring Alexander Skarsgard and Mia Goth and oh boy is it weird. Just hide the little ones when Bill describes the plot. We also talk about the new post apocalyptic series "The Last of Us" which is already a big hit for HBO. And Neil tells us about what's going on over at "The Daily Show" as it seraches for a new host. It's a dose of fun, so listen in!This 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/4137244/advertisement

There have been worse years than 2022. Like, whenever the Black Plague happened. But it wasn't the year most of us had hoped for. That said, there were some pretty good movies and shows and we'll tell you you what our favorites were. But if you're wondering what's new out there we have that too. Bill Bregoli spent good money on "Avatar: The Way of Water" ($22.50 even with a senior discount) and he'll let you know what he thought of that. Neil Rosen didn't spend anythng to see "Armageddon Time" but he certainly has some thoughts on the film which stars Anne Hathaway, Jeremy Strong and Anthony Hopkins. And Bill McCuddy watched "The Nanny" which is about a woman caring for the child of an Upper East Side family. Could be scary. I mean, have you ever been to the Upper East Side? Plus we've got "Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical" and the two Bills try to get Neil to watch "Slow Horses" There's lots of crazy stuff, so listen in!

The very low box-office seems to indicate you're very busy shopping right now. But that doesn't mean there aren't movies and shows worth your attention. That's where we come in! We've been sampling the season's offerings to let you know what to make time for. We start with "Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio" which is the latest big screen version of Carlo Collidi's classic story about how a father's wish magically brings a wooden boy to life in Italy, giving him a chance to care for the child. Bill Bregoli saw it and he'll let you know all about it. Neil Rosen, on the other had, went to a Broadway play called "Leopoldstadt" written by Tom Stoppard. Bill McCuddy let's us in on "RRR)" which is a fictitious story about two legendary revolutionaries and their journey away from home before they started fighting for their country in the 1920s. If you fondly remember "A Christmas Story" you'll want to hear what we think of its sequel, "A Christmas Story Christmas." We also discuss Trevor Noah leaving "The Daily Show" as well as his new Netflix comedy special. And of course we weigh in on the second season finale of "The White Lotus." There are some spoiler alerts for that on, but listen in!

The buzz is starting. Can you feel it? It happens every Awards Season. And while not every "serious" film gets buzz, we've got a bunch you can watch right now! We start with "The Banshees of Inisherin." It stars Colin Farrell and Brendan Gleeson and it's about two lifelong friends who find themselves at an impasse when one abruptly ends their relationship, with alarming consequences for both of them. It's definitely getting buzz and we'll tell you what we think of it. Then we've got "Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery" which mad a brief appearance in theaters but coming soon on Netflix. It's the much awaited sequel to "Knives Out" in which famed Southern detective Benoit Blanc travels to Greece for his latest case. Bill McCuddy tells us about "The Wonder" which stars buzz worthy actress Florence Pugh and he also has "The Swimmers" which is based on a true story. Neil Rosen fills us in on "Empire of Light" which is the latest from director Sam Mendes. And Bill Bregoli has the steamy Netflix adaptation of "Lady Chatterley's Lover." For you streaming fans we've got "Fleischman is in Trouble" which is a divorce dramedy staring Claire Danes and Jesse Eisenberg. And "Wednesday" which follows Wednesday Addams' years as a student, when she attempts to master her emerging psychic ability, thwart and solve the mystery that embroiled her parents. So take a break from putting up the Christmas tree and give us a listen.

Despite what the commercials on TV tell you, the holidays aren't quite here yet. Which means you have time to enjoy watching something without feeling guilty that you're not shopping or cooking. In fact you might even have time to learn something. Which is why we start with "The Fabelmans." It's Steven Spielberg's life story - sort of. It's got lots of buzz. We all saw it. And we'll let you know what we think of it. Then we've got "Till." It takes place in 1955, after Emmett Till is murdered in a brutal lynching. His mother vows to expose the racism behind the attack while working to have those involved brought to justice. It's got buzz too and Bill MCuddy will tell you all about it. Neil Rosen has the Ken Burns documentary "The U.s. and the Holocaust" which examines America's response to one of the greatest humanitarian crises of the twentieth century by delving deeply into the tragic human consequences of public indifference, bureaucratic red tape and restrictive quota laws. And to lighten things up Bill Bregoli has "Enola Holmes 2" which stars Millie Bobby Brown as Sherlock's younger sister. It's based on some historical based events so there's something to learn there too. Oh, but that's not all. We've got wicked satires such as "The Menu" starring Anya Taylor-Joy and "Triangle of Sadness" and "Triangle of Sadness" in which a fashion model celebrity couple join an eventful cruise for the super-rich. Plus there's "She Said" which is based on the true and sad story of New York Times reporters Megan Twohey and Jodi Kantor who break one of the most important stories in a generation — a story that helped launch the #MeToo movement. And for streaming fans there's "Causeway" starring Jennifer Lawrence and "See How They Run" with Sam Rockwell and Saoirse Ronan. There's all that and more. So listen in!

Daylight Savings Time is over and now you're trying to figure out what to do with what feels like a whole extra hour in your day. Luckily we've already figured out your entertainment options. Fist we've got "Tár," starring Cate Blanchett as one of the greatest living composer-conductors and first-ever female music director of a major German orchestra. But her life is not as melodious as it may seem. It's gotten Oscar buzz for Cate Blanchett but is it worth watching? Bill Bregoli saw it and he'll let you know. Then we've got "The Good Nurse" which stars Eddie Redmayne and Jessica Chastain. It's based on the true story of an infamous caregiver who is implicated in the deaths of hundreds of hospital patients. We've also got the newest version of the WWI epic "All Quiet on the Western Front." And for you fans of streaming series Neil Rosen will fill you in on the new season of "The White Lotus" and "The Handmaid's Tale." Plus Bill McCuddy caught up with "The Serpent Queen." Also there's the Stephen King story "Mr. Harrigan's Phone" and the drama "Raymond & Ray." And we've got "The Territory" and "Guillermo del Toro's Cabinet of Curiosities." We've got lots of ways to fill any free time you could possibly have - so listen in!

The movie hype machine has shaken off the doldrums and is revving at full speed. The much hyped movies and shows are on their way and we've been checking them out for you. First we've got "Blonde." It's a fictionalized chronicle of the inner life of Marilyn Monroe starring Ana de Armas. It's on Netflix and you've probably heard about it. Well, all three of us have seen it and you should probably listen to what we think before you watch it. You'll thank us later. Then we've got "Don't Worry Darling" which also has gotten a ton of press. Bill Bregoli checked it out and he'll tell you all about it. Neil Rosen has "Titans: The Rise of Hollywood" which is available on a free streaming channel and Bill McCuddy has the documentary "McEnroe" in which John McEnroe as he finally tells his side of his storied career and performances on the court. But wait, there's more! We'll all tell you about the new comedy series "Reboot" which follows an early 2000s family sitcom that Hulu has rebooted and their dysfunctional cast. And there's the Netflix teen comedy "Do Revenge," the Netflix thriller "Lou" and a documentary on Joan Collins. It's all pretty cool, so listen in!

Fall doesn't officially begin for another week but we're already seeing a bumper crop of entertainment options. This week we begin with "The Woman King" starring Viola Davis and it's the remarkable story of the Agojie, the all-female unit of warriors who protected the African Kingdom of Dahomey in the 1800s with skills and a fierceness unlike anything the world has ever seen. Bill Bregoli saw it and he'll tell you all about it. Neil Rosen fills us in on the new season of "A Handmaid's Tale" and then he and Bill McCuddy have "The Resurrection," a thriller starring Rebecca Hall. We've also got the David Bowie documentary (sort of) "Moonage Daydream" and Neil finally catches up with "Elvis." And if you're into things Welsh we've got "Welcome to Wrexham" and "The Letdown." Oh, and and Neil lets us know what he thought of the Emmy Awards, Lots to feast on, so listen in!

It's the end of August and lots of people are on vacation - but not us! We've been sifting through the end of summer's entertainment options for you. And there are quite a few - starting with "Day Shift." It's a Netflix comedy starring Jamie Foxx and Dave Franco. It's about a hard-working, blue-collar dad who just wants to provide a good life for his quick-witted 10-year-old daughter. His mundane San Fernando Valley pool cleaning job is a front for his real source of income: hunting and killing vampires. Then we've got "Bad Sisters" on Apple TV. It's a really dark Irish comedy about 5 Irish sisters who really support each other. Bill Bregoli tells us about it. Bill McCuddy fills us in on the Netflix series "Echoes" starring Michelle Monaghan as identical twins who have secretly swapped their lives since they were children. Neil Rosen has a book report and talks one last time (he promises) about "Better Call Saul." There's also the low-budget thriller "Fall" about two BFFs who find themselves at the top of a 2,000-foot transmitter tower. Plus we've got the HBO Max documentary "The Princess" in which Princess Diana's story is told exclusively through contemporaneous archive creating a bold and immersive narrative of her life and death. And there's "The Immaculate Room" starring Kate Bosworth and Emile Hirsch as a seemingly perfect young couple who competes for a 5 million dollar prize by isolating themselves in an empty white room for 50 days. See, while the rest of the world has been sunning themselves and drinking pina coladas, we've been busy - so listen in!

In this episode, host Anthony L. Manna talks with Neil Rosen who writes under the pen name of Professor Stork about his mission of writing and delivering books that help children build and nurture self-worth, creativity, compassion, leadership skills, and a sense of purpose. What is this Podcast about? The Writers on Writing podcast interviews authors who openly discuss their books, writing journey, goals and accomplishments. It also provides practical tips and motivation for writers at all stages of their writing journey. The diverse number of guest authors will almost certainly provide an educational environment in which all authors will make discoveries about crafting particular genres. Topics discussed on the podcast cover the entire spectrum of writing, self-publishing, indie publishing, marketing, and distribution. Our goals: To give authors a platform to showcase their work while providing knowledge, tips, and resources to other authors and writers.   About the HOST: For the past 50 years, Anthony Manna has taught reading, writing, literacy development, drama and language arts in schools and universities in the United States and around the world. His goal is to help kids and teens discover great books and exciting activities and games that'll get them reading, writing, and thinking. His website provides parents and educators with information and guides that support the success of their children, tweens, and, teens as readers and writers and encourages them to enjoy discovering books that will set them on the right path. You can learn about Anthony's books such as Loukas and the Game of Chance, The Orphan: A Cinderella Story from Greece, Mr. Semolina-Semolinus: A Greek Folktale, and Greek Folktales: A Treasury of Delights by visiting his website. About our GUEST: As a children's book author, teacher, parent, and grandparent, Professor Stork believes picture books help change the world for the better. They can make the world a friendlier place by empowering children to make a difference. Leading the charge will be children ages four through eleven. During these formative years, children are motivated to learn how they can, individually and with friends, empower their sense of purpose. The tools we give them during these years last a lifetime, and when the time is right, they will know how to make a positive difference in the world. Children's books are a powerful tool to distract children away from screens and off devices, where the influencers and influences they interact with may not be delivering the strongest positive messages, in terms of helping them build a healthy lifestyle.  Our mission is to provide parents with picture books that deliver messages and entertainment they'll be proud to place in the hands of their children. Our pledge is to provide your child with books that respect his or her intelligence? Books that open important conversations between you and your child? Books that nurture your child's innate sense and understanding of purpose? Books that build leadership skills? Books that give your child hours of enjoyment rather than minutes? Isn't it time you joined the Professor Stork revolution? Find more at https://professorstork.com

The heat wave has broken, tomatoes are ripe and we're in the final weeks of summer. Summer at the box-office to be precise. And we've got lots of entertainment options for you to check out. First we've got "Thirteen Lives." It's directed by Ron Howard and tells how rescue mission was assembled in Thailand where a group of young boys and their soccer coach were trapped in a system of underground caves. It's based on a true story and Bill McCuddy tells us all about it. Then we've got the new Netflix documentary "Trainwreck: Woodstock '99" which is all about the infamous concert. Plus there's Emily the Criminal" starring Aubrey Plaza as a young woman who gets involved in a credit card scam that pulls her into the criminal underworld of Los Angeles, ultimately leading to deadly consequences. Neil Rosen has a book report on an new book about TV director James Burrows and Bill Bregoli fills us in on the "Predator" prequel "Prey." He also tells us about the animated feature "Luck." We've also got the new Neil LaBute drama "House of Darkness" and the documentary "The Most Hated Man on the Internet." And if that's not enough we also try to figure out what's going on at Warner Brothers Discovery. So listen in!

"We have to acknowledge our accomplishments. Too many times people aren't willing to share that. They think they're bragging or showing off. But it's important to acknowledge small accomplishments, small steps, that you make." Neil Rosen, #LifeCoach & #SchoolCounselor stated this during his conversation with Happiness Expert Samia Bano on how to make it more fun and easy to increase your kid's #selfconfidence. Be sure to listen all the way to the end of this conversation for some very cool and specific tips on how you can celebrate your accomplishments and cultivate a #growthmindset, another key aspect of creating greater self-confidence!To contact Neil, email: neilrosen@sbcglobal.net, or text him at 714-403-8519 (USA number).#kidsconfidence #kidsstrengths #powerofkids #empowerkidsforlife #resilienceinkids #kidsselfesteem_____________________________________ABOUT SAMIA:Samia Bano is the #HappinessExpert, author, speaker, podcaster & coach for coaches and healers. Samia is most known for her book, 'Make Change Fun and Easy' and her #podcast of the same name. With the help of her signature Follow Your Heart Process™, a unique combination of #PositivePsychology and the #spiritual wisdom of our most effective #ChangeMakers, Samia helps you overcome #LimitingBeliefs, your chains of fear, to develop a #PositiveMindset and create the impact and income you desire with fun and ease…Samia's advanced signature programs include the Happiness 101 Class and the Transformative Action Training.Samia is also a Certified #ReikiHealer and Crisis Counselor working to promote #MentalHealthAwareness. Samia models #HeartCenteredLeadership and business that is both #SociallyResponsible and #EnvironmentallyFriendly.Samia is a practicing #Muslim with an inter-spiritual approach. As someone who has a love and appreciation for diversity, she is a #BridgeBuilder between people of different faiths and cultures. Although Samia currently lives in California, USA, she has lived in 3 other countries and speaks Hindi, Urdu, and English fluently. To Book your Free HAPPINESS 101 EXPLORATION CALL with Samia, click: https://my.timetrade.com/book/JX9XJ

It's been a long, hot summer so far but Jordan Peele, who did "Get Out" and "Us" has a new movie simply called "Nope." The title certainly doesn't give the plot away but Bill McCuddy and Bill Bregoli have seen it and they'll tell you all about it. They also saw the new Netflix action thriller "The Gray Man" starring Ryan Gosliing and they'll fill you in on that as well. Neil Rosen remembers the late Paul Sorvino and he also fills us in on "Better Call Saul" and Ethan Hawke's new documentary "The Last Movie Stars." And speaking of documentaries, Bill McCuddy explains how he wound up in "Victoria's Secret: Angels and Demons" and he tells about seeing Amy Schumer perform recently. So don't succumb to the summer doldrums - listen in!

The big movies keep coming to your local theater and this week it's "Thor: Love and Thunder" with Chris Hemsworth reprising the title role with the welcome addition of Natalie Portman. Marvel fans have been salivating. Is it worth it? Bill Bregoli will let you know. Neil Rosen tells us about a WWII movie called "My Name is Sara" and Bill McCuddy fills us in on a gripping new Apple TV+ series called "Black Bird" starring Taron Egerton and Paul Walter Hauser. For animation fans we've got "Minions: The Rise of Gru" and for those who like true crime documentaries there's "The Girl in the Picture." Neil fills us in on the TV adaptation of "A League of Their Own." Bill M caught up with "The Northman" which is streaming and Neil even has a book report. Bill B has the TV series "The Bear." Plus we talk about the late James Caan. So listen in!

There's a whole lotta shakin' going on in this week's podcast. First we've got "Elvis." It's the much anticipated biopic directed bu Baz Luhrmann starring Austin Butler and Tom Hanks. Bill Bregoli saw it and he tells us all about it. Neil Rosen fills us in on "Press Play." It's about a young woman who has a chance to save the love of her life, when she discovers that the mix-tape they made together can transport her back in time. Yeah, that could happen. Bill McCuddy gives us the lowdown on "Spiderhead" which stars Chris Hemsworth and Miles Teller and is directed by the same guy who did "Top Gun: Maverick," but very different. But there's more! There's the latest remake of "Father of the Bride," this time starring Andy Garcia an Gloria Estefan, plus "The Old Man" which stars Jeff Bridges and John Lithgow. Bill M teels us what he thought of "Hacks" and "The Offer" as well as the movies "The Watcher" and "Delicious" and Bill B has the documentary "The Janes." There's all that and more so listen in!

It must be Summer because there's a golf movie of all things. "The Phantom of the Opera" is based on a true story and stars Oscar winner Mark Rylance as Maurice Flitcroft, a dreamer and unrelenting optimist, managed to gain entry to The British Open Golf Championship Qualifying in 1976 and subsequently shot the worst round in Open history, becoming a folk hero in the process. Neil Rosen saw it and tells us all about it. Then, for some reason we talk about the oh so tawdry Amber Heard and Johnnie Depp trial outcome and whether either one of them will ever work again. Bill Bregoli tells us about the new Ricky Gervais Netflis comedy special and Bill McCuddy tells us about going to see "Top Gun: Maverick" after Bill Bregoli saw it two weeks ago. Neil's turn is next so stay tuned for that one. We also talk about "The Valet" in which a movie star enlists a parking valet at a Beverly Hills restaurant to pose as her lover to cover for her relationship with a married man. Hey, it could happen. And for you TV series fans we've got season two of "Hacks" and "The Lincoln Lawyer. So listen in!

The summer movie season is creeping along and this week there's actually a movie for grown ups. It's Downton Abbey: A New Era," a big screen version of the absurdly popular PBS series about rich people who live in a big house with (apparently) a leaky roof. Bill McCuddy saw it in the Hamptons (more rich people, more leaky roofs) and tells us what he thinks. Neil Rosen tells us about the remake of "Firestarter" which is in theaters and on Peacock and Bill Bregoli fills us in on "Operation Mincemeat" which is based on a true story about spies during WWII. But that's not all. We've also got the cheerleader in a coma comedy "Senior Year" starring Rebel Wilson and the new AppleTV+ series "the Essex Serpent starring Claire Danes and Tom Hiddleston. Plus Neil explains what the TV Upfronts are again and digresses a bit. So listen in!

It's definitely May now and the first of the summer movie blockbusters is taxiing for takeoff. It's "Top Gun: Maverick" and Bil Bregoli stored his tray table in the upright position and saw it. Is it worth the 36 years it took to come together? He'll let you know. Neil Rosen fills us in on the new HBO documentary "George Carlin's American Dream" which is all about the legendary comedian and Bill Mccuddy tells us about the true crime drama "The Staircase" starring Colin Firth and Toni Collette. Bill M also tells us what he thinks of "Slow Horses" which Bill Bregoli recommended a few weeks ago. And while he's on a documentary spree Neil also watched the very creepy "Our Father" on Netflix. We've also got the searing French drama "Happening" and the Mike Myer's comedy series "The Pentaverate." There's all that plus our famous digressions and more. So listen in!

We try and pack a lot into every episode but this week we've outdone ourselves. First up, Neil Rosen tells us about "The Offer" which is Oscar-winning producer Albert S. Ruddy's never-before-revealed experiences of making The Godfather. He's pretty excited about it. Bill Bregoli, who still goes to movie theaters, fills us in on "The Northman" which is an action-filled epic that follows a young Viking prince on his quest to avenge his father's murder. Bill McCuddy tells us about the new series "We This City" which tells the story of the rise and fall of the Baltimore Police Department's Gun Trace Task Force and the corruption surrounding it. But we haven't even started. We've also got "The Survivor" which tells the story of Harry Haft, a boxer who fought against his peers in concentration camps. Based on a true story! Then there's the Netflix series "Anatomy of a Scandal" staring Sienna Miller. But wait, there's more. Neil saw the new Broadway production of "Mr. Saturday Night" starring Billy Crystal and he's hyperventilating about it. Bill Bregoli has a teen romance called "Metal Lords" and Bill McCuddy fills us in on the second season of "The Flight Attendant" as well as the new series "Tokyo Vice." There's even more but we're running out of time. Just go listen already!

This week's podcast didn't end up the way we intended. Normally we fill you in on your entertainment options be they films or streaming shows. But a dear friend of ours passed away all too suddenly last week: Gilbert Gottfried. You've no doubt heard all the tributes from famous comedians and justifiably so. He was a comic genius. But most of those famous people also said they never really got to know Gilbert. Well, it just so happens that Neil Rosen and Bill McCuddy both got to work and or interview him. And Bill Bregoli had a close personal friendship with Gilbert for well over twenty years. So we got Bill B to fill everyone in on what Gilbert was really like offstage and as a friend. It's a take on Gilbert you won't hear anywhere else. We just couldn't stop talking about him. Oh, and we still managed to cover the new Nicolas Cage comedy "The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent." So listen in!

Oh, it's been quite a week. Not only do we have some really crazy movies to talk about, the always nutty awards season is about reach its climax (or nadir, depending on what you think about showbiz) with the Academy Awards. And we managed to talk about both in one jam-packed podcast. Let's start with the movies First we've got "The Adam Project" starring Ryan Reynolds as a time-traveling jet pilot. It's from the same people who did "Free Guy" so is it any good? We'll let you know. Then we've got "Deep Water" starring Ben Affleck and Ana de Armas. Plus it's directed by Adrian Lyne, who did "Fatal Attraction." Is it just as scandalous? Uh, you should hear what we think. Neil Rosen tells us about the British drama "Mothering Sunday" and Bill McCuddy has the new Netflix documentary "Bad Vegan." The adventurous Bill Bregoli has two movies that are just too strange to describe in this small space "Everything Everywhere All At Once" and "Bad Luck Banging or Loony Porn." Plus there's Amy Schumer's new series "Life & Beth." And speaking of Amy Schumer - she's one of the hosts of this week's Oscar telecast. And we'll have our very own picks of who'll be getting the Oscar. Handy if you're filling out your office pool. So listen in!

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