Podcast appearances and mentions of Richard Lewis

There is a sentiment going around that Akira is mid. Richard Lewis, Thorin, and MonteCristo are here to tell you that the internet is wrong, but also that the people who told you it was a flawless 10 out of 10 masterpiece were wrong too. The truth is more interesting than either side. Akira's animation is a genuine 10 out of 10. Nothing from 1988 looks like this. Almost nothing from 2026 looks like this. The craftsmanship is immaculate, every frame hand-drawn with a fluidity and detail that makes anime produced a decade later look cheap by comparison. The soundtrack is spectacular. The world-building drops you into Neo-Tokyo without a single line of exposition. You don't even hear the word "Akira" for 50 minutes in a movie called Akira. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Esports World Cup 2026 will not be in Riyadh, and the industry that couldn't stop tweeting five years ago has gone completely silent.   Thorin, Richard Lewis, and MonteCristo reunite to break down what the EWC's last-minute move to Paris actually reveals about the Saudi Arabian sportswashing project. The official line is that this was always part of the plan. The reality, per Richard's reporting, is that boots-on-the-ground staff were being told it was 100% Riyadh the day before the announcement. That gap between the press release and what people were actually told is the whole story.   PrizePicks: Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/HORSEMEN and use code HORSEMEN and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup!   Factor: Head to https://Factormeals.com/horsemen50off and use code horsemen50off to get 50 percent off and free daily greens per box, with new subscription only, while supplies last until 09/27/2026.   Raycon: The Everyday Earbuds Classic are the perfect addition to your everyday routine! Go to https://buyraycon.com/horsemen to get 15% off. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A Civil Action has the most stacked cast of any movie you've never seen. Robert Duvall, John Travolta, James Gandolfini, Tony Shalhoub, John Lithgow, William H. Macy, and Stephen Fry. It's a 6.5 out of 10 film elevated to must-watch by performances alone. Richard Lewis, MonteCristo, and Thorin break down why Duvall's Harvard defense attorney is the best thing in the movie and why the movie itself can't keep up with him.   Into the AM: men's apparel from tees to bombers to denim. Memorial Day sale up to 70% off, plus an additional 10% off using our link. Worldwide shipping. Head to https://intotheam.com/lfn.   PrizePicks: Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/FOURPLAY and use code FOURPLAY and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Robert Duvall wrote it, directed it, and delivered his career-best performance in it. The Apostle is a $5 million Southern Gothic character study about a charismatic Pentecostal preacher who murders a man with a baseball bat at his own children's Little League game, flees to small-town Louisiana, and builds an entirely new congregation from scratch. He is a wife-beater, a womanizer, a killer, and a true believer. There is no rug pull. Richard Lewis, MonteCristo, and Thorin break down why this is the most honest film about faith Hollywood has ever made. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's another Review Roundup episode of The Genre of Your Life Podcast, and Doug is covering two very different—but equally talked-about—films.First up, The Devil Wears Prada 2 steps back into the world of high fashion, power dynamics, and cutting one-liners. Doug breaks down whether the sequel actually brings anything new to the table or just rehashes the runway.Then things take a sharp turn with Is God Is—a bold, intense story that doesn't pull any punches. Doug unpacks the performances, the tone, and whether the adaptation lands its emotional weight or overwhelms its audience.From designer heels to heavy themes, this episode swings between glamour and grit in true Genre of Your Life fashion.

Colors came out in 1988 and was the first film to put the Bloods and Crips on screen by name. It feels cheesy now. It would have felt raw as hell then. Richard Lewis, MonteCristo, and Thorin open the Robert Duvall arc with the movie that crawled so Training Day, The Wire, and End of Watch could run.   PrizePicks — Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/FOURPLAY and use code FOURPLAY and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's another Review Roundup episode of The Genre of Your Life Podcast, and Doug's bringing two wildly different movies to the table.First up, Doug dives into The Sheep Detectives, breaking down whether this offbeat mystery actually delivers the laughs and charm—or gets completely lost in the wool.Then it's time for pure chaos with Mortal Kombat II. From brutal fight sequences to fan-service moments and franchise expectations, Doug gives his full reaction to one of the most anticipated video game movie sequels in recent memory.One movie brings the mystery, the other brings the fatalities—but are either actually worth watching?

Recorded live at the Retail Technology Show at ExCeL London in partnership with TNS. Host Graham Barrett speaks with leaders from across retail, hospitality and technology to explore the pressures shaping store operations, payments, fulfilment and customer experience in 2026. 1/ Jon Cole, Director of Product and Technical Solutions, TNS 2/ Shazmeen Malik, Partner Brands and Flexible Fulfilment Director, ASOS 3/ Martin Ward, Head of Software UK&I, Toshiba 4/ Gemma Edlin, Retail Director, Company Shop Group 5/ Richard Lewis, Group Chief Executive Officer, RedCat Hospitality 6/ Meriel Neighbour, Director of Technology Delivery and Transformation, River Island The episode opens with Jon Cole, Director of Product and Technical Solutions at TNS, who discusses the surge in retailer focus on resilience and cybersecurity and why hybrid cloud/on‑premise architectures are becoming essential. Next, Shazmeen Malik, Partner Brands & Flexible Fulfilment Director at ASOS, dives into the art of marketplace curation. She explains how ASOS balances global brands with emerging labels, why 20% of its branded portfolio is now newly onboarded, and how flexible fulfilment models, from partner fulfilment to ASOS Fulfilment Services, enable scale without compromising customer experience. Shazmeen also shares how ASOS is using AI for personalisation, outfitting and virtual try‑on, describing it as “super exciting” for discovery‑led shopping. We then hear from Martin Ward, Head of Software UK&I at Toshiba, who explores why retail transformations fail when they prioritise technology over people. He reflects on Toshiba's work with Matalan, the importance of involving store colleagues early, and why retailers must “test and learn and fail fast” to drive meaningful change. Martin also offers a grounded view on Agentic AI, its potential, its risks, and why adoption must be purposeful rather than hype‑driven. Next, Gemma Edlin, newly appointed Retail Director at Company Shop Group, explains how the UK's largest surplus supermarket prevents waste at scale, redistributing products from over 800 brands and stopping 47,000 tonnes of waste last year alone. She discusses dynamic pricing, robotics in the warehouse, and how AI could help set “the right price first time” to balance commercial viability with affordability and trust. Richard Lewis, Group CEO of RedCat Hospitality, shares a hospitality perspective on loyalty and digital micro‑donations. He emphasises that loyalty begins with consistently great experiences: “customers don't give you praise for getting the basics right, but when you get it wrong, they tell you”. He explores how data, communication and digital engagement can drive frequency across pubs and hotels. Finally, Meriel Neighbour, Director of Technology Delivery and Transformation, River Island closes the episode with a fashion retail perspective, sharing how a major high‑street brand is thinking about modern store operations, digital enablement and the evolving role of the physical store in a technology‑rich, customer‑driven world. A rich, fast‑paced episode capturing the realities of modern retail and hospitality, from cybersecurity and payments infrastructure to marketplace strategy, store transformation, waste reduction and customer loyalty.

Jeffrey BiegelTake a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know Grammy winning classical concert pianist, and national treasure Jeffrey Biegel. In this episode, Jeffrey and I chat about his learning how to play piano from some of the greatest teachers in the history of the instrument, what he chose to go the classical route instead of a more pop focus, and some of his inspirations. Jeffrey shares stories involving Billy Joel, Morton Estrin, Lalo Schifrin, Ellen Taaffe Zwilich, the late Neil Sedaka, Liberace, Peter Tork, the late Richard Lewis, Lucy Arnaz Luckinbill, Lucille Ball, Dan Lauria, Barry Manilow, Zsa Zsa Gabor, and Peter Boyer. This episode is a walk down Memory Lane, as well as Fascination Street! We discuss some of the orchestras and symphonies Jeffrey has played with and continues to play with. Then we talk about some of his own projects, and why they are so important to him. Jeffrey shares some insight on projects like: Waltz of Hope I & II, Reflection of Freedom (JFK), Reflection of Equality (MLK), Rhapsody in Red, White and Blue, The Millenium Project, and so much more. I cannot stress enough how grateful I am to Jeffrey for sitting down with me on his way to teach a Master Class in Wichita. Thank you, Jeffrey, you are a MENSCH!

On this week's Review Roundup episode of The Genre of Your Life Podcast, Doug reviews “NORMAL” and “OVER YOUR DEAD BODY.”From what works to what falls short, he breaks down both films to help you decide what's worth watching next!The Genre of Your Life is available on all your favorite podcast platforms and with a new episode every Friday. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review to never miss an episode!Music by Richard Lewis from Pixabay

Marty Supreme should have won Best Picture, One Battle After Another is a career Oscar that might age like milk, and Michael B. Jordan playing two characters in Sinners is basically Mario and Luigi in different colored hats. Richard Lewis, Thorin, and MonteCristo break down every major film of the 2026 Academy Awards in a sprawling and contentious Oscars special.   Manta Sleep — the Manta Pro sleep mask has 100% blackout coverage, fully adjustable Velcro eye cups, cooling gel, and is fully machine washable. Use code LFN at https://mantasleep.com for 10% off.   PrizePicks — Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/FOURPLAY and use code FOURPLAY and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's time for another Review Roundup on The Genre of Your Life Podcast!Doug dives into two new releases: “PIZZA MOVIE” and “THEY WILL KILL YOU.” Are they hidden gems or easy skips? He breaks it all down with his signature honest takes, covering everything from performances to overall vibes.Tune in and find out what's worth watching this week.The Genre of Your Life is available on all your favorite podcast platforms and with a new episode every Friday. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review to never miss an episode!Music by Richard Lewis from Pixabay

Another week, another review roundup on The Genre of Your Life Podcast!Doug takes on “THE DRAMA” and “YOU, ME & TUSCANY,” breaking down both films with honest reactions, standout moments, and a few hot takes along the way.Are these worth the watch or easy skips? Doug's got the answers.The Genre of Your Life is available on all your favorite podcast platforms and with a new episode every Friday. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review to never miss an episode!Music by Richard Lewis from Pixabay

I've known comedian/writer/animal activist Elayne Boosler for a couple of decades, but there's so much I didn't know! We got loads of juicy bits from the woman who pioneered stand-up comedy for all who followed in her wake. From her earliest days at The Improv in New York, a waitress/hostess, who needed Andy Kaufman's help to differentiate the brown drinks, to her love/hate relationship with proprietor, Bud Friedman, swooning over 20-year-old Richard Lewis, MC'ing without an act or a net, singing and then not thanks to now partner Andy, who Elayne credits with teaching her “everything.” Tom Waits? Who knew! We got a great story there. Robin Williams, to Bill Siddons, her husband of 30 years, with whom she shares a home in Italy, and a great line to sum up the current state of their union. We got lots on Italy, the when, where, why, and how. Elayne was always a must-see for me whenever she appeared on TV, and hugely impactful when I tried my hands and feet at standup. I could never be as smart, but she gave me permission to let my sass shine. A fan for decades, it was a pinch-me moment when we met on the Facebook and became instant friends. It translated to the reals not long after, over pizza in New York, and sometime after that, with Elayne gracing my living room for Women Who Write. It's taken 10 years to get this sit down, she was well worth the wait. Despite a couple of tech glitches, I adored every moment, and I'm so grateful for all the laughs, so needed now. I'm about to do a YouTube Elayne deep dive and continue to lose myself in her brilliant shine. Elayne Boosler Live on Game Changers With Vicki Abelson Wed, April 8th, 5 pm PT, 8 pm ET

After Kill Bill nearly broke them, Richard Lewis, Thorin, and MonteCristo close the Tarantino arc with the film that was supposed to prove he still had it. The verdict: Inglourious Basterds contains two of the finest scenes Tarantino has ever directed (the farmhouse interrogation and the basement bar), but the rest of the movie can't sustain the altitude those scenes reach. What could have been a profound meditation on the power of cinema, the banality of evil, and Jewish catharsis instead settles for machine-gunning Hitler's corpse on the floor of a burning theater.   PrizePicks — Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/FOURPLAY and use code FOURPLAY and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Richard Lewis, Thorin, MonteCristo, and DoA go deep on how the Overwatch League went from a billion-dollar promise to an industry cautionary tale — with Jeff Kaplan's Lex Fridman interview as the jumping-off point.   Notion — Automate your weekly workflows with Notion's custom AI agents; try it free at https://notion.com/fourhorsemen   Raycon: The Essential Open Earbuds are perfect for refreshing your routine this spring! Go to https://buyraycon.com/horsemenopen to get 20% off.   PrizePicks: Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/HORSEMEN and use code HORSEMEN and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup!   Factor — Chef-crafted, dietitian-designed meals ready in 2 minutes; get 50% off + free breakfast for a year with code HORSEMEN50OFF at https://factormeals.com/horsemen50off Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kill Bill held a special place in a lot of hearts. The Whole Bloody Affair was supposed to be the definitive version: Tarantino's original vision restored as a single four-and-a-half-hour film. Richard Lewis, Thorin, and MonteCristo sat through all of it, and what they found was the precise moment Quentin Tarantino disappeared up his own references. Everything that made Reservoir Dogs and Pulp Fiction brilliant, such as the compelling dialogue, the clever homage, the subversion of genre, is replaced here by wholesale theft from better movies that the audience can now watch for free on YouTube.   Raycon — The Essential Open earbuds wrap around your ear so you can hear everything while working out. Secure fit, great sound, 30-day guarantee. Go to https://buyraycon.com/fourplayopen to get 20% off sitewide. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's a Review Roundup episode of The Genre of Your Life Podcast!Doug is back from SXSW and kicking things off with the first of many festival review episodes. In this installment, he shares his thoughts on PRETTY LETHAL and FORBIDDEN FRUITS, breaking down what stood out, what surprised him, and whether these films are worth keeping on your radar.Stay tuned—this is just the beginning of our SXSW coverage.

Pulp Fiction is one of the most hyped films in cinema history and Richard Lewis, Thorin, and MonteCristo are here to confirm that even after 30 years the hype is entirely earned. What shocked them most wasn't the violence or the nonlinear structure, but how slow the film actually is. Strip away the iconic moments seared into cultural memory and what you find is a movie dominated by two people talking, and it's riveting every single time.   Mint Mobile: Ditch overpriced wireless. All plans come with high-speed data and unlimited talk and text on the nation's largest 5G network, starting at just $15/month. Shop plans at https://www.mintmobile.com/fourplay Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Johnny Mac covers Jay Leno on Judd Apatow's podcast discussing a comedy “Mount Rushmore,” with Mac calling George Carlin and Richard Pryor undeniable while debating other candidates and noting women like Joan Rivers; Leno's four picks are Richard (“Richie”) Pryor, Robert Klein, Bob Newhart, and Rodney Dangerfield, with Carlin as his fifth. Mac also recounts Leno telling Craig Ferguson about failing to recognize an uninteresting Tonight Show guest he'd just interviewed. Kevin Nealon describes learning by bartending at the Improv and studying comics like Leno, Richard Lewis, Andy Kaufman, and Seinfeld, plus advice about not taking the business personally. Jerry Seinfeld and Nate Bargatze discuss touring as a muscle and staying sharp in arenas. Rob Riggle talks career highlights and writing his book, and Russell Peters tells stories involving Blake Griffin trying comedy and later heckling him at an NBA game. 00:17 Mount Rushmore Debate01:52 Leno Picks Pryor02:39 Robert Klein Case03:17 Newhart and Dangerfield05:14 Leno Guest Brain Drift05:56 Kevin Nealon Lessons06:44 Seinfeld and Bargatze Touring07:53 Rob Riggle Grit Book09:05 Russell Peters vs Blake Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac-a-daily-briefing-on-comedians-and-the-comedy-industry--4522158/support.Daily Comedy News is the number one comedy news podcast, delivering daily coverage of standup comedy, late night television, comedy specials, tours, and the business of comedy.COMEDY SURVIVOR in the facebook group.Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening.  $4.99/month John's Substack about media is free.This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

Before Pulp Fiction made Quentin Tarantino a household name, there was Reservoir Dogs — a film so raw and transgressive it was banned in the UK for years, circulated on pirate VHS tapes, and became the blueprint for an entire generation of filmmaking. A guy who worked in a video store in LA wrote and directed this. Wrap your head around that.   Richard Lewis, MonteCristo, and Thorin kick off Four Play's Tarantino Arc with the film that started it all. They dig into why Reservoir Dogs was banned in the UK (and what the Jamie Bulger case had to do with it), how Tarantino's background as a video store clerk — obsessively watching foreign cinema and genre trash alike — produced one of the most assured directorial debuts in film history, and why this movie, despite its reputation as a "video nasty," has a surprisingly low body count and a genuine soul underneath the blood.   The crew breaks down what makes the non-linear storytelling genius rather than gimmick, unpacks the iconic Mr. Blonde torture scene and what Michael Madsen brought to that role, makes the case for Steve Buscemi's Mr. Pink as the film's true protagonist, and explains how the K-Billy Super Sounds of the 70s changed how soundtracks work in movies — commercially and culturally — forever.   This is the beginning of Four Play's deep dive through Tarantino's career. Coming next: Pulp Fiction. The arc is just getting started.   Mint Mobile — If you like your money, Mint Mobile is for you! Shop plans at https://mintmobile.com/FOURPLAY. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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In 1995, a film predicted POV recording technology, VR experiences you can buy on the black market, deepfake manipulation, police brutality caught on camera, and a society addicted to experiencing other people's lives through a screen. It starred Ralph Fiennes, Angela Bassett, and was written by James Cameron. Almost nobody saw it.   Strange Days bombed at the box office, nearly destroyed Kathryn Bigelow's career, and has been virtually impossible to find ever since, as right now no streaming service carries it. But everything it warned us about has come true, and somehow the reality is worse than the fiction.   MonteCristo, Thorin, and Richard Lewis make the case for why this is one of the most important sci-fi films ever made. We get into the SQUID tech that directly inspired Cyberpunk 2077's Braindances, the darkest plot device in sci-fi, Ralph Fiennes as the perfect cyberpunk noir anti-hero, Angela Bassett's tragically wasted career as an action star, the Rodney King and OJ parallels baked into the script, and a long conversation about how AI, social media, and surveillance culture have made this film more relevant than ever.   Roger Ebert gave it 4 stars in 1995 and called it a future cult classic. He was right. Again.   Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code FOURPLAY at https://shopmando.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What actually happened to 2XKO? Rooflemonger joins MonteCristo, Thorin, and Richard Lewis for a deep dive into Riot Games' new fighter: 2XKO. We discuss its rocky launch, confusing name, use of the League of Legends IP, small roster, monetization strategy, and why expectations may have been wildly misaligned with reality... leading to layoffs. We also explore how the broader gaming industry's shift toward legacy IP affects new titles and why single‑player experiences still matter in fighting games.   Make processes faster and help your teams stay ahead with Notion! Support the show and try Custom Agents now at https://notion.com/FOURHORSEMEN   Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/HORSEMEN and use code HORSEMEN and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup!   Head to https://factormeals.com/horsemen50off and use code horsemen50off to get 50 percent off and free breakfast for a year.   Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code HORSEMAN at https://shopmando.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's a Review Roundup episode of The Genre of Your Life Podcast!

Shawn Jorgenson, MD facilitates a debate between Dave Preston, MD and Richard Lewis, MD: Should Neuromuscular Ultrasound be Routinely Used in the Diagnosis of CIDP?

It's time for another Review Roundup on The Genre of Your Life Podcast!Doug is back with rapid-fire reviews of Send Help and Shelter. Which one delivers the thrills? Which one falls short? And are either of them must-watch material?No spoilers — just honest reactions, sharp analysis, and straight-to-the-point recommendations.The Genre of Your Life is available on all your favorite podcast platforms and with a new episode every Friday. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review to never miss an episode!Music by Richard Lewis from Pixabay

Should Riot Games remove franchising from League of Legends? In this episode of The Four Horsemen, Monte, Thorin, Richard Lewis, and Guest Horseman/esports attorney Harris Peskin break down why franchising was created, what the teams actually demanded from Riot, how Overwatch League accelerated the timeline, and why dissolving franchising today would be far more complicated—and far more damaging—than many fans realize. We also cover the recent 2XKO news and the flawed arguments in The Wooloo article calling for franchising to be removed. NOTE: The opening line of this episode was re-recorded due to an error. The rest of the video is left intact. Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/HORSEMEN and use code HORSEMEN and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Secure your online data TODAY by visiting https://ExpressVPN.com/horsemen Quit overspending on wireless with 50% off Unlimited premium wireless! Plans start at $15/month at https://MintMobile.com/FOURHORSEMEN Raycon's Essential Open Earbuds are here to help you go for gold. Go to https://buyraycon.com/horsemenOPEN to get 15% off. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Remember Robin Hood: Men in Tights from 1993? We do… or at least we thought we did. It's been a long time since we last watched this one, but c'mon, it's Mel Brooks. Starring Cary Elwes, Dave Chappelle, Richard Lewis, and Amy Yasbeck, and directed by the iconic Brooks himself, this should be a slam dunk, right? As we revisit what would become Mel Brooks' penultimate film, we find ourselves asking an important question: Does Men in Tights still fire off laughs like a well-aimed arrow, or does it trip, fall, and land in a deeply uncomfortable, “wow, that really looked like it hurt” faceplant?

RMR 0350: Special Guest, Curt Boirum, joins your hosts, Chad Robinson and Russell Guest for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit Robin Hood: Men in Tights (1993) [PG-13] Genre: Comedy, Musical, Satire   Starring: Cary Elwes, Richard Lewis, Roger Rees, Amy Yasbeck, Mark Blankfield, Dave Chappelle, Isaac Hayes, Megan Cavanagh, Eric Allan Kramer, Matthew Porretta, Tracey Ullman, Patrick Stewart, Dom DeLuise,, Dick Van Patten, Robert Ridgely, Mel Brooks, Steve Tancora, Joe Dimmick, Avery Schreiber, Zitto Kazann   Directed by: Mel Brooks Recorded on 2025-12-23

It's time for another Review Roundup on The Genre of Your Life! Doug is back with spoiler-free thoughts on two of the most talked-about new releases, starting with SONG SUNG BLUE, breaking down its performances, themes, and why it's sparking conversation.Then, things get darker and bloodier as Doug dives into 28 YEARS LATER: THE BONE TEMPLE, the long-awaited next chapter in the iconic horror franchise. Does it live up to the legacy? Does it push the series forward—or play it safe? Doug has thoughts.From bold creative choices to franchise expectations, this episode delivers honest reactions, sharp critiques, and pure movie-lover energy. Hit play and find out where these films land in the ever-evolving genre conversation.

One of the things about my podcast that brings me the greatest joy is when I can introduce my listeners to a wide range of singers that need to be better-known. Back when I was preparing birthday episodes in October, I chose literally hundreds of tracks that I wanted to share with my listeners. At the time I made use of only a handful of them, so today I have once again dipped into that vat of gorgeous, expressive voices to bring another foretaste of what's to come on the podcast. There's a special section on some amazing tenors (Alain Vanzo, Wiesław Ochman, George Thill, Anton de Ridder, Richard Lewis, Charles Kullman and many others); I also introduce a plethora of singers of color who will be appearing throughout Black History Month (Madeline Bell, Bertice Reading, Maxine Sullivan, the late Iris Williams, Adelaide Hall, Roland Hayes, Faye Robinson, and Toni Harper, along with many others). It's offered in a spirit of solidarity, communal sharing, and generosity as we face together the tough times ahead. Countermelody is the podcast devoted to the glory and the power of the human voice raised in song. Singer and vocal aficionado Daniel Gundlach explores great singers of the past and present focusing in particular on those who are less well-remembered today than they should be. Daniel's lifetime in music as a professional countertenor, pianist, vocal coach, voice teacher, and author yields an exciting array of anecdotes, impressions, and “inside stories.” At Countermelody's core is the celebration of great singers of all stripes, their instruments, and the connection they make to the words they sing. By clicking on the following link (https://linktr.ee/CountermelodyPodcast) you can find the dedicated Countermelody website which contains additional content including artist photos and episode setlists. The link will also take you to Countermelody's Patreon page, where you can pledge your monthly or yearly support at whatever level you can afford.

THE GREEN KNIGHT (2021) is often described as abstract, slow, or confusing, but those labels miss what the film is actually doing. Directed by David Lowery, this Arthurian adaptation isn't a puzzle to be solved, but a moral fable about avoidance and the cost of refusing to grow up. In this episode of Four Play, Richard Lewis, MonteCristo, and Thorin break down why The Green Knight is less concerned with symbolism and mythology than it is with character. Gawain's journey isn't about heroism, it's about procrastination, self-deception, and the terrifying moment when excuses run out.   Rather than presenting a traditional fantasy quest, the film strips the genre down to its emotional core. Each encounter tests Gawain not with strength or cleverness, but with honesty and courage, which are virtues he repeatedly fails to embody until the moment that finally matters. Raycon's Essential Open Earbuds are here to help you crush your new year goals! Go to https://buyraycon.com/FOURPLAYOPEN to get 20% off sitewide. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Four Horsemen deliver their annual State of League of Legends! PapaSmithy joins MonteCristo, Thorin, and Richard Lewis begin by discussing the LCS and its troubled recent history. They react to "The Data" that convinced Riot Games to switch the LCS to weekdays and bemoan the missed opportunities that the league ignored for years. The crew also dives into topics surrounding League of Legends as a game, including the upcoming Client update, the game's readability issues, and the unfortunate state of new player experience. They close the show by discussing profitability of LoL esports, focusing on massive player salaries, statements made by T1 leadership, and ideas that could potentially help teams stay afloat. Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/HORSEMEN and use code HORSEMEN and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Raycon's Essential Open Earbuds are here to help you crush your new year goals! Go to https://buyraycon.com/HORSEMENOPEN to get 20% off sitewide. This January, quit overspending on wireless with 50% off Unlimited premium wireless. Plans start at $15/month at https://MintMobile.com/FOURHORSEMEN Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code HORSEMEN at https://shopmando.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We're starting 2026 the best way we know how—with a Review Roundup! Doug dives into MARTY SUPREME and PRIMATE, sharing his full thoughts on both films and whether they're worth your time.New year, new movies, same honest reviews.The Genre of Your Life is available on all your favorite podcast platforms and with a new episode every Friday. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review to never miss an episode!Music by Richard Lewis from Pixabay

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SEASON 4 EPISODE 46: COUNTDOWN WITH KEITH OLBERMANN A-Block (2:30) SPECIAL COMMENT: Well, that's it in sum, isn't it? He's "El Presidente" now, isn't he? Military Dictator. Succeeding Maduro. Until he finds somebody else to “run” it. Not the elected Vice President. Not the actual winner of the last election. Not the U-N. Maybe somebody he, in his dysfunctional haze, somebody he can trust. Maybe an oil executive. Or Elon Musk. Or Catturd. The invasion was illegal there, and illegal here. The kidnapping was illegal. Declaring we would run it is illegal. Naming a proxy dictator is illegal. As was his threat yesterday to the acting president that quote “if she doesn’t do what’s right, she is going to pay a very big price, probably bigger than Maduro” and calling for her belief that her country shouldn’t be invaded by another country breaking its own laws is quote “defiant rejection.” THAT’S illegal. It’s all illegal. That’s a lot of illegal – even for Trump. And I say this, hating Maduro completely. So he needs to be impeached, if not now then a year from now. Rubio can be impeached now for deceiving Congress about its approval. And both of them turned over to the World Court. And the ramifications are almost uncountable, including emboldening them to consider this in Cuba, Greenland, Iran. The poll numbers are terrible, and the risk to Americans of terrorism and violence are just as terrible. And maybe worst of all the evidence of linkage between Putin's strange silence about his ally Maduro, and Trump's dithering about Ukraine, is terrible too. But at least it produced a pretty good Olivia Nuzzi joke. ALSO: WHY DID THEY CHANGE THE TRUMP HEALTH COVER-UP STORY AGAIN? Five significant changes, about his MRI/CT, his cardiovascular health, and now the total of Cognitive tests he's gotten in just the last nine months. Three? Not two? He's really needed three tests in nine months? To repeat the insightful question from his niece Mary Trump: Why do they have to keep giving him cognitive tests? B-Block (40:00) THE WORST PERSONS IN THE WORLD: There's begging the new boss to let you keep your current job, then there's what CBS Legal Analyst Jan Crawford is doing for Bari Weiss to try to keep hers. Chuck Schumer comes out firing on Venezuela: with one-millionth of one barrel blazing. And just when you think Cheryl Hines can't get any dumber, Tucker Carlson tries to talk to her about vaccines. C-Block (50:00) THINGS I PROMISED NOT TO TELL: Will Ferrell did a great comedy bit at the L.A. Kings hockey game on New Year's Day and he did it for the pure joy of it. Which reminded me of the difference between amateurs and pros, and of the days when "Anchorman" was new and Will and I ad libbed a pretty good comedy bit that he said he really loved doing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Don't miss any of the fun! Full episode available on Fun For All Ages. Links below Subscribe now on  Apple ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-for-all-ages-with-frank-santopadre/id1824012922⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Spotify ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/18EQJNDwlYMUSh2uXD6Mu6?si=97966f6f8c474bc9⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Amazon ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/13b5ed88-d28d-4f0c-a65e-8b32eecd80f6/fun-for-all-ages-with-frank-santopadre⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgvlbF41NLLPvsrcZ9XIsYKkH_HvUXHSG⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ iHeart ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-fun-for-all-ages-with-fran-283612643/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TuneIn ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://tun.in/pxOWO⁠⁠⁠ The "Amazing Colossal Podcast" holiday tradition marches on as Frank is joined by old friend Mario Cantone and comedian-actress Susie Essman to talk about the best (and worst) Christmas movies on TCM, the secret life of Frosty the Snowman, the musical genius of Irving Berlin and Leslie Bricusse, the existential crisis of "It's a Wonderful Life" and the conclusions of "Curb Your Enthusiasm" and "Sex and the City." Also, Jerry Seinfeld plays Hamlet, Susie asks for a Patti Playpal, Mario praises the "Miracle on 34th Street" remake and Frank salutes Gilbert with "The Twelve Jews of Christmas." PLUS: "The Shop Around the Corner"! The return of "Yule Be Sorry!" Mario "outs" Yukon Cornelius! The brilliance of "How the Grinch Stole Christmas!" And the panel remembers the talents of Bob Einstein, Willie Garson and Richard Lewis! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this conversation, Richard Lewis and Adam Hanover, founders of Redwood Services, discuss their unique approach to private equity in the home services industry. They emphasize the importance of partnerships, culture, and a long-term investment strategy that prioritizes the growth and success of local businesses. The discussion covers their backgrounds, the philosophy behind their 'build to hold' strategy, and the significance of operational excellence and leadership in achieving sustainable growth. They also address the perception of private equity and the role of technology in enhancing business operations. 00:00 Introduction to Redwood Services and Its Founders 06:01 Adam Hanover's Background and Investment Philosophy 08:57 The Build to Hold Strategy in Private Equity 11:46 Partnerships and the Importance of Culture 14:56 Revenue Streams and Operational Excellence 20:55 Identifying Ideal Partner Companies 23:47 Economies of Scale vs. Local Management 32:47 Marketing and Customer Retention Strategies 38:57 Lessons Learned and Advice for New Entrepreneurs 42:08 The Role of Technology in Home Services 44:46 The Perception of Private Equity

This week I present two episodes featuring Christmas music which I originally produced six years ago, in the earliest days of Countermelody. Both episodes zero in on tenors; I'll be republishing them both this week. This first episode features a panoply of superb tenors (including Georges Thill, Richard Lewis, Roland Hayes, Tino Rossi, Franco Corelli, Ernst Haefliger, Richard Tauber, Charles Holland, Karl Erb, and Matthew Swensen) in repertoire ranging across the spectrum (Handel, Adam, Gounod, Bach, Berlin, and traditional Weihnachtsmusik), with some surprises along the way. The episode concludes with a brief musical tribute to Dalton Baldwin, Gérard Souzay's partner and collaborator, who had just died on 12 December 2019 at the age of 87 as this episode was first going to press. Countermelody is a podcast devoted to the glory and the power of the human voice raised in song. Singer and vocal aficionado Daniel Gundlach explores great singers of the past and present focusing in particular on those who are less well-remembered today than they should be. Daniel's lifetime in music as a professional countertenor, pianist, vocal coach, voice teacher, and author yields an exciting array of anecdotes, impressions, and “inside stories.” At Countermelody's core is the celebration of great singers of all stripes, their instruments, and the connection they make to the words they sing. By clicking on the following link (https://linktr.ee/CountermelodyPodcast) you can find the dedicated Countermelody website which contains additional content including artist photos and episode setlists. The link will also take you to Countermelody's Patreon page, where you can pledge your monthly or yearly support at whatever level you can afford.

In this Review Roundup episode of The Genre of Your Life Podcast, Doug breaks down two highly talked-about titles across film and television. From psychological thrills to chilling horror television, this episode dives into what works, what doesn't, and whether these projects are worth your time.Doug shares his full review of THE HOUSEMAID, unpacking its performances, tone, and overall impact, before shifting gears to HBO's highly anticipated horror series IT: WELCOME TO DERRY Season 1. As a prequel to the IT films, the show expands the mythology of Derry — but does it live up to expectations?Whether you're a fan of horror, thrillers, or just looking for your next watch, this spoiler-conscious discussion has you covered.The Genre of Your Life is available on all your favorite podcast platforms and with a new episode every Friday. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review to never miss an episode!Music by Richard Lewis from Pixabay

Danny Johnson's hilarious, clean stand-up has entertained audiences in comedy clubs, corporate events, and churches nationwide for over 15 years. Danny's work as a stand-up comedian has been humbly compared to Jerry Seinfeld, Kevin James, and Jackie Gleason, blending his original material with his renowned facial expressions. Danny's show is relatable, entertaining, and always evolving. Danny has starred in numerous TV commercials, Comedy Central's Laugh Riots, Florida's Funniest Comedian Top 10 Finalist, Winner-Carnival Cruise line Comedy Challenge, Finalist in Search for the One Christian Comedy contest, recently filmed his wildly popular Dry Bar Comedy Special (now available on Apple TV, Amazon, & Peacock), and has had the pleasure of sharing the stage with Chris Rock, Damon Wayans, Bob Saget, Billy Gardell, Richard Lewis, Rickey Smiley, Norm McDonald and a variety of others. We talk about becoming a professional comedian, what he enjoys about it, where jokes and routines come from, improvisation, hecklers, what makes a show go well, humor and what it all has in common, going on stage for the first time, what goes on backstage, drugs, drinking, sobriety, shows that don't work, mental health issues, social anxiety, auditioning, when things go wrong, and more. Links are on the podcast shownotes page Support the show through Patreon

Welcome to a special end-of-the-year series on Making Risk Flow as we count down the weeks to the end of 2025. Each Tuesday, we will re-release one standout episode as we build up to releasing our top fan favourite on the last Tuesday. In this episode, Juan de Castro is joined by his colleagues, Rich Lewis, Cytora's Sales Director, and Zaheer Hooda, Head of North America, for a deep dive into what makes proof-of-concept (POC) initiatives in risk digitisation succeed or fail.Drawing on firsthand experience from working with leading carriers, they break down five essential capabilities insurers need to get right when implementing digitisation initiatives, from extraction accuracy and full-spectrum intake handling to scalable deployment and human-in-the-loop exception management.They also provide a practical, inside look at how insurers structure effective proof of concept processes, including live workshops, data preparation, success metrics, and how to align POC design with measurable business outcomes.Whether you're revisiting the episode or viewing it for the first time,  this episode offers tactical guidance to ensure your technology investments deliver meaningful impact.Fan Mail: Got a challenge digitizing your intake? Share it with us, and we'll unpack solutions from our experience at Cytora.To receive a custom demo from Cytora, click here and use the code 'Making Risk Flow'.Our previous guests include: Bronek Masojada of PPL, Craig Knightly of Inigo, Andrew Horton of QBE Insurance, Simon McGinn of Allianz, Stephane Flaquet of Hiscox, Matthew Grant of InsTech, Paul Brand of Convex, Paolo Cuomo of Gallagher Re, and Thierry Daucourt of AXA.Check out the three most downloaded episodes: The Five Pillars of Data Analytics Strategy in Insurance | Craig Knightly, Inigo 20 Years as CEO of Hiscox: Personal Reflections and the Evolution of PPL | Bronek Masojada Implementing ESG in the Insurance and Underwriting Space | Simon Tighe, Chaucer, and Paul McCarney, Moody's

Josh Levine's Pretty, Pretty, Pretty Good: Larry David and the Making of Seinfeld and Curb Your Enthusiasm, Fully Revised and Updated (ECW Press, 2025) is fully revised and includes a full insightful episode guide to the entire "Curb Your Enthusiasm." For Larry David, success was no sure thing. A frustrated New York comic who was known to walk off the stage in disgust, David was barely making a living. At least until his friend Jerry Seinfeld asked him to create a new kind of television sitcom for NBC. The result — Seinfeld — started slowly but became a gigantic hit. But most people didn't know that the real genius behind the show was Larry David. Rich beyond his wildest dreams, David still had something to prove — and some television boundaries to push. And so he created Curb Your Enthusiasm, the improvised comedy that cast aside political correctness and made for hilarious, cringeworthy TV, a show that dared to relive the disastrous Seinfeld finale and turn it into a triumph. This second, fully updated edition of Pretty, Pretty, Pretty Good offers a complete episode-by-episode guide to the series and recounts David's early struggle to succeed in television and movies, the creation and development of his hit sitcoms, and his later success starring in the HBO film Clear History and the Broadway hit Fish in the Dark. It also explores Larry's on- and offscreen relationships with famous pals like Richard Lewis, Ted Danson, and Jerry, Jason, Julia, and Michael. Filled with candor and humor David himself would respect, Pretty, Pretty, Pretty Good is an essential companion to a comedic force. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

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Mary Shelley's Frankenstein is one of the most influential works of horror, science fiction, and gothic literature, but does Guillermo del Toro's long-awaited 2025 adaptation succeed in its representation of the novel? In this episode of Four Play, MonteCristo, Thorin, and Richard Lewis dig into why this debate the merits of the films visuals, story, and faithfulness to the original themes. While our hosts may not enjoy the source material, the ideas behind the story could be compelling on film if interpreted properly. However, considering the narrative inconsistencies and the surprising lack of tension, the hosts explore how Frankenstein ends up being a film that has all the pieces but none of the spark that makes the story immortal. Along the way, they talk about the legacy of gothic horror, the challenges of adapting philosophical novels for modern audiences, how del Toro's filmmaking strengths and weaknesses show through, and why this version feels more like a visual poem than a fully realized narrative. Shop the Into the AM Black Friday Sale! All items are up to 60% off through the 8th of December. This is in addition to the 10% you always save by using our link: https://intotheam.com/LFN Black Friday is around the corner, and Raycon audio products are up to 30% off sitewide! Go to https://buyraycon.com/FOURPLAYOPEN to save on Raycon audio products sitewide. Don't get them socks. Get them premium wireless for $15/mo. Shop Mint Unlimited Plans at https://MINTMOBILE.com/FOURPLAY.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's a blockbuster Review Roundup! Doug tackles two of his biggest hype-meter movies of 2025: the magical mega-musical WICKED: FOR GOOD and the pulse-pounding new take on THE RUNNING MAN (2025). Expect big opinions, big moments, and a whole lot of genre talk.The Genre of Your Life is available on all your favorite podcast platforms and with a new episode every Friday. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review to never miss an episode!Music by Richard Lewis from Pixabay

It's a long-overdue Review Roundup episode of The Genre of Your Life Podcast! Doug's back behind the mic with his thoughts on two of 2025's most talked-about new releases — “ROOFMAN” and “THE SMASHING MACHINE.” From standout performances to bold directing choices, Doug breaks down what worked, what didn't, and where each film lands in this jam-packed return to reviews.The Genre of Your Life is available on all your favorite podcast platforms and with a new episode every Friday. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review to never miss an episode!Music by Richard Lewis from Pixabay

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