1982 American coming-of-age teen comedy film by Amy Heckerling
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The topic: Summer is over and school is back in session. So we thought we would ask our FilmWeek critics what some of their favorite school-set films are and what makes them so effective in bringing back those school-day memories. Our critics' picks: Cooley High (1975) To Sir, With Love (1967) Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982) Fame (1980) The Last Picture Show (1971) Carrie (1976) The 400 Blows (1959) Election (1999) Booksmart (2019) Mr Holland’s Opus (1995) The critics: Peter Rainer, film critic for LAist and the Christian Science Monitor Tim Cogshell, film critic for LAist, Alt-Film Guide and CineGods.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency.
What's up, dudes? What are you people? On dope?! I've got Michael May from After Lunch, Crestwood House, and Hellbent for Letterbox, Scott Leopold from Holly Jolly X'masu, and Tim Williams from 80's Flick Flashback are with me to talk the Christmas-adjacent movie “Fast Times at Ridgemont High!”Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982) follows a group of Southern California teenagers as they stumble through a school year filled with first jobs, romance, sex, friendship, and the everyday humiliations of being young. At the center is Stacy Hamilton, a shy sophomore who begins exploring dating and relationships with encouragement from her more experienced friend Linda Barrett. Meanwhile, Stacy's older brother Brad watches his seemingly perfect life unravel after losing his job and his girlfriend, while Stacy's awkward friend Mark “Rat” Ratner tries to work up the nerve to pursue her. Their stories unfold against the backdrop of Ridgemont High and the local mall, capturing teenage life with a mix of raunchy comedy and surprising sincerity.The film's most memorable character, however, is perpetually stoned surfer Jeff Spicoli, whose laid-back attitude puts him in constant conflict with stern history teacher Mr. Hand. While Spicoli dreams of surfing and Van Halen, the other students gradually discover that adulthood is arriving faster than they expected—and it comes with consequences. By the end, relationships have shifted, friendships have been tested, and several characters have grown up at least a little. Directed by Amy Heckerling and written by Cameron Crowe, “Fast Times at Ridgemont High” became a defining teen comedy of the 1980s, balancing outrageous moments and endlessly quotable humor with a remarkably grounded look at the uncertainty, mistakes, and small victories of adolescence.Forgotten wallet? Check. Santa who got peed on? Poor kid. Most paused movie scene ever? You know you did! So grab your surfboard, put on your pirate costume, and scalp some tickets to this episode!80's Flick FlashbackFB: @80's Flick Flashback podcastTwitter: @80_podcastIG: @80sflickflashbackHolly Jolly X'masuFB: @HollyJollyXmasuTwitter: @HollyJollyXmasuIG: @hollyjollyxmasuAfter LunchGive us a buzz! Send a text, dudes!Check us out on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Totally Rad Christmas Mall & Arcade, Teepublic.com, or TotallyRadChristmas.com! Later, dudes!
If you could go back and spend four years at any fictional high school from the '80s, where would you enroll? Would you hang out with Spicoli at Ridgemont High? Serve Saturday detention with the Breakfast Club at Shermer High? Shoot hoops for Hickory? Learn the African Anteater Ritual at Crandall High? Or maybe you'd choose a school where there's absolutely no chance of being murdered by your classmates or attacked in your dreams. This week on Stuck in the '80s, Steve and Brad are going back to school as we pick the fictional high schools of the 1980s we'd most like to attend — and the ones we'd avoid at all costs. There are plenty of tempting choices. There's Weemawee High from Square Pegs, where being popular might be difficult but there's always the possibility you'll score an invitation to Buffy's bar mitzvah and see Devo perform. There's Ridgemont High from Fast Times at Ridgemont High, which was also the overwhelming favorite among our listeners. Sure, you might have to survive Mr. Hand's history class, but apparently you can have pizza delivered to class, visit a morgue on a field trip and spend the rest of your free time hanging around the mall. Then there's Hickory High from Hoosiers, where school spirit is off the charts and the enrollment is small enough that we might actually have a chance of making the basketball team. We also consider Rydell High from Grease 2, Crandall High from Can't Buy Me Love, Edwina Pearl High from Just One of the Guys and, of course, Shermer High, the center of the John Hughes universe. Shermer seems pretty appealing. Affluent Chicago suburb. Good education. Great house parties. Interesting classmates. Just don't get Saturday detention. Of course, not every fictional '80s high school belongs on the recruiting brochure. We'd probably skip Ampipe High from All the Right Moves unless we're particularly excited about a future at the local steel mill. We're definitely staying away from Beaumont High from Footloose, where dancing is illegal and nearly every adult seems determined to make teenagers miserable. Then there's Westerburg High from Heathers, where the murder rate alone should probably affect its U.S. News ranking. And we're absolutely not enrolling at Springwood High from A Nightmare on Elm Street. Any school where falling asleep during algebra can result in your gruesome death is an immediate dealbreaker. Bunker Hill Military Academy from Taps isn't looking much better. It's about to close, the townies hate you and there's a reasonable chance Timothy Hutton is going to get everyone killed. Otherwise, lovely campus. We also share your picks, including votes for the schools from Square Pegs, Better Off Dead, Summer School, Three O'Clock High and the John Hughes movies. But Ridgemont? Ridgemont wins by a landslide. The High School Class We Wish We'd Had We also have a special interview this week with Todd Shriver and Shawn Curtis, two Indiana high school teachers who have somehow managed to create what might be our dream job. They teach a class about the 1980s. Todd and Shawn tell us how the class came about, what parts of the decade they cover and what today's high school students think about the music, movies, history and pop culture their parents grew up with. Even better, they've managed to bring the decade to life through an impressive collection of interviews with '80s celebrities. Which leaves Steve with only one question: Where does he submit his résumé? Why We Never Really Forget High School There's a reason high school remains such a powerful setting for the movies and TV shows we grew up with. Those four years are when many of us first started dreaming about who we might someday become. It's where we found our people. Where many of us fell in love for the first time — and discovered heartbreak for the first time, too. It's where we were challenged academically, personally and sometimes morally. We made good decisions. We made terrible decisions. And somehow all of those experiences became little pieces of the adults we eventually turned into. And then there's the soundtrack. The songs and movies we discovered during high school never really leave us. Forty years later, one song can come on and suddenly you're not sitting in traffic anymore. You're 17 again. You're driving somebody's terrible first car. You're thinking about someone you had a crush on. You're remembering some completely ordinary Friday night that you had no idea you'd still be thinking about decades later. For four years, we were becoming ourselves. We just didn't know it yet. And if you were lucky enough to go to high school in the '80s, at least you had one hell of a soundtrack while you figured it out. Join Us on The '80s Cruise! Want to take your love of the '80s out of the classroom and onto the high seas? Join Stuck in the '80s on The '80s Cruise, where we'll once again be sailing with an incredible lineup of '80s artists and thousands of fellow fans of the decade. We'll be there hosting trivia, recording podcasts and enjoying a week when it's perfectly acceptable to dress like it's still 1985. When you book, use promo code STUCK and you'll receive $250 in onboard cabin credit. Class dismissed. See you at sea. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
00:00 – 31:07 – JMV Opens the show by inquiring what he expects to see from the Colts tonight in their preseason game. What are the position battles he’s curious to see, including the kicker battle. How does the Anthony Richardson question affect that kicking battle? John moves to the notion that the Bears would change their name from the Chicago Bears to the Indiana Bears. He circles back to the Fever conversation from yesterday and what he’s seen in the last couple days of reaction to it. 31:07– 42:15 – JMV restates that The Jackson 5 might be the only “picture-esque” thing to come out of Gary Indiana before reading at texter calling out his response to the Stephanie White press conference. Then, JMV and Caleb go through the Pacers schedule which just got released. 42:15 – 46:56 – Caleb finally watched Night Shift after John told him to. Also, on this day the movie Fast Times at Ridgemont High was released. 46:56 - 1:08:54 – From CBS4/FOX59, Mike Chappell makes his weekly appearance. He explains what he’s most intrigued by in the preseason game. On Anthony Richardson, the backup wide receiver’s opportunity and if Keenan Allen is just not wanting to do training camp, the offensive line’s status and the kicking battle. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Imagine…travelling back to a time before the Internet…before Mountain Dew Livewire…and before the neo-post apocalypse…This Summer, Apocalypse Video asks the question: Where Were You In ‘82?The date is August 13th, 1982. Steve Miller's “Abracadabra” is climbing the charts as it looks to steal the #1 spot from reigning champion: Eye of the Tiger; and a dramedy about high school life in the 80s is about to create one of the most famous stoner archetypes ever put to screen.The film...is Fast Times at Ridgemont High. And it's about to make some killer waves…now!I'm your host, Dave, and joining me as we try our best to offload some Van Halen tickets are fellow cinephiles and Ridgemont High alumni, Mike and Jackie.Topics of discussion in this episode include a film that's remembered as a Porky's style comedy, when in reality it's more of a Dazed and Confused style dramedy; we break down the horrors of working in the fast food industry; and finally, we compare the kids of Ridgemont to the current day generation and ask, “do kids today even still care about sex?”.Be sure to rate, review and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. You can also Like Us on Facebook, Follow Us on Instagram, or shoot us an email at apocalypsevideopod@gmail.com And as the chyrons appear on screen to tell us of our futures, we must leave the halls of Ridgemont High behind as we begin our training in the Aviation Officer Candidate School. Ironically, much like our time at Ridgemont - SPOILER ALERT!!! - we must also worry about surprise pregnancies. See you then!
Tom and Jenny discuss Amy Heckerling’s classic coming of age comedy/drama from 1982, based on the book by Cameron Crowe and featuring an all-star cast including Sean Penn, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Judge Reinhold, and Phoebe Cates. Audio version: https://archive.org/download/Movie-Time-Fast-Times-at-Ridgemont-High/Movie%20Time%20LIVE_%20Fast%20Times%20at%20Ridgemont%20High%20%281982%29.mp3 Video version: Please support us on Patreon! Don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel, like us on Facebook, … Continue reading Movie Time: Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982)
Imagine…travelling back to a time before the Internet…before Mountain Dew Livewire…and before the neo-post apocalypse…This Summer, Apocalypse Video asks the question: Where Were You In ‘82?The date is July 23rd, 1982. The Human League's "Don't You Want Me?" has lost the title of #1 to returning champ, Survivor, and their rockin' workout anthem, Eye of the Tiger; and a delightfully naughty musical from Tennessee favorite Dolly Parton is about to steam up the silver screen with her enormous.... musical talent.The film...is The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas. And it's open for business…now!I'm your host, Dave, and joining me as we do a little sneakin' around are fellow cinephiles and Chicken Ranch regulars, Mike, Jackie, and Ryan.Topics of discussion in this episode include the tumultuous drama behind the making of The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas; we break down the all too relevant character of Melvin P. Thorpe; and finally, Ryan guides us through the delightful wonderland that is Dollywood.Be sure to rate, review and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. You can also Like Us on Facebook, Follow Us on Instagram, or shoot us an email at apocalypsevideopod@gmail.com And as Dolly and Burt ride off into the sunset, we too must pack up and hit the road. When we return, we'll be strapping on our backpacks and heading back to school as we watch the Amy Heckerling classic, Fast Times at Ridgemont High. Cya then, folks! Ya'll come back and listen to us again now, ya hear?!
00:00 - 14:57 - Actor Robert Romanus calls in to discuss Fast Times at Ridgemont High, the Days of the Dead convention and more! 14:58 - 39:22 - Fever legend Tamika Catchings joins JMV live at the District Tap! 39:23 - 49:40 - Jeff Rabjohns from Peegs.com joins JMV to discuss the Indiana Hoosiers landing one of the top recruits in college football in Monshun Sales, the upcoming college football season and more!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On the latest episode of the podcast, Jamie waxes poetic about the smell of mimeograph ink, Doug is obsessed about how a grown pilot could possibly be engaged to a 17-year-old, and we both have absolutely no idea if that's a real dead body at the end. Pay your ticket scalper in a timely manor, show your date childhood photos to get them in 'the mood', and join us as we delight in the star-studded, Fast Times at Ridgemont High!Fast Times at Ridgemont High is a 1982 film directed by Amy Heckling, written by Cameron Crowe and starring Sean Penn, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Judge Reinhold, Robert Romanus, Brian Backer, Phoebe Cates, Ray Walston & Forest Whitaker.Visit our YouTube ChannelMerch on TeePublic Follow us on TwitterFollow on InstagramFind us on FacebookDoug's Schitt's Creek podcast, Schitt's & Giggles can be found here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/schitts-and-giggles-a-schitts-creek-podcast/id1490637008
Send us Fan MailHello, my good and, fabulous friends who love film, In our recent Obsession/Backrooms episode, my guests and I mentioned an unpublished 2021 podcast where we skewered the 80's teen comedies, Porky's, Fast Times at Ridgemont High and Risky Business. Lo' these five years later, I thought it would be prudent and pertinent to finally publish the episode. Back in 2021 when my sister and Dr. Johnson recorded the podcast, I had this notion that I should be more egalitarian and show all sides of a movie debate. And as mentioned in the Obsession Backroooms podcast, I had a nagging feeling I was letting my generation down or betraying it by beating up on three beloved classics. And I didn't want to come across as overly negative. But in the five years since this podcast was recorded and scrapped. I've realized that that horse has long left the barn. So here it is: the third podcast we ever recorded. Please excuse the terrible sound. And brace yourselves. See to the video podcast on Youtube
As if we'd pass up the chance to talk with Clueless writer and director Amy Heckerling! We're delighted to share this conversation about the making of her totally awesome adaptation of Emma. In this episode, Amy takes us behind the scenes to discuss how she reimagined Austen's novel for contemporary Beverly Hills—from the film's characters and plot to its casting, costumes, distinctive visual style, memorable soundtrack, and now-iconic Clueless lexicon. She also reflects on her experience as a female filmmaker and the creative choices that helped make Clueless a modern classic.(This conversation was recorded during JASNA's members-only Clueless watch party, held in celebration of the film's 30th anniversary in July 2025.)Amy Heckerling is an acclaimed writer, director, and producer whose work spans film, television, and theater. In addition to writing and directing the Clueless, she also wrote and directed Look Who's Talking, Look Who's Talking Too, Loser, I Could Never Be Your Woman, and Vamps. Her directing credits include Fast Times at Ridgemont High, Johnny Dangerously, and National Lampoon's European Vacation, and she produced A Night at the Roxbury. Amy's television work has included executive producing, writing, and directing episodes for the series Clueless and Fast Times, and directing episodes of The Office, Gossip Girl, The Carrie Diaries, Red Oaks, Weird City, and Royalties. Amy also wrote the script for Clueless, The Musical, which opened at London's Trafalgar Theatre in the West End in March 2025.For an edited transcript and show notes, visit https://jasna.org/austen/podcast/ep37*********Visit our website: www.jasna.orgFollow us on Instagram and FacebookSubscribe to the podcast on our YouTube channelEmail: podcast@jasna.org
For the first episode of our Acteurist Spotlight on Jennifer Jason Leigh, we watched Amy Heckerling's Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982) and Paul Verhoeven's Flesh + Blood (1985). We explore the possibility of Heckerling's portrait of a young woman's existential journey through the good, the bad, and the ugly of sexual discovery influencing an early draft of the Verhoeven heroine, and the young JJL's unique combination of vulnerability and poise. Then we turn to an extra-long Fear and Moviegoing dealing with a 10-movie retrospective of radical leftist independent filmmaker John Sayles' career at the TIFF Lightbox Cinematheque, attended by Sayles and his producer/ life partner, Maggie Renzi. Time Codes: 0h 00m 20s: Very brief intro to Jennifer Jason Leigh 0h 03m 46s: FAST TIMES AT RIDGEMONT HIGH (1982) [dir. Amy Heckerling] 0h 30m 11s: FLESH + BLOOD (1986) [dir. Paul Verhoeven] 1h 02m 05s: Fear and Moviegoing in Toronto – Declarations of Independence: The Cinema of John Sayles at TIFF Lightbox. Programmed and hosted by Adam Nayman. John Sayles' Return of the Secaucus Seven (1979), Baby It's You (1983), The Brother From Another Planet (1984), Matewan (1987), City of Hope (1991), Lone Star (1996), Men With Guns (1997), Silver City (2004). Also: The Howling (1981), directed by Joe Dante and scripted by Sayles and Battle Beyond the Stars (1980), directed by Jimmy T. Murakami and scripted by Sayles. +++ * Listen to our guest episode on The Criterion Project – a discussion of Late Spring * Marvel at our meticulously ridiculous Complete Viewing Schedule for the 2020s * Intro Song: "Sunday" by Jean Goldkette Orchestra with the Keller Sisters (courtesy of The Internet Archive) * Read Elise's piece on Gangs of New York – "Making America Strange Again" * Check out Dave's Robert Benchley blog – an attempt to annotate and reflect upon as many of the master humorist's 2000+ pieces as he can locate – Benchley Data: A Wayward Annotation Project! Follow us on Twitter at @therebuggy Write to us at therebuggy@gmail.com We now have a Discord server - just drop us a line if you'd like to join!
CAMERON CROWE MONTH kicks off with the Cameron Crowe-written, “based on his book,” high school classic, CLUELESS precursor, FAST TIMES AT RIDGEMONT HIGH. Cue the Nic Cage trivia. Contains spoilers. Thanks for listening! www.orwhatevermovies.com. @orwhatevermovies 818-835-0473 orwhatevermovies@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this bonus tie-in podcast we are adding a little bit of class to our month-long journey through the sex comedies of the 1980's as we discuss the Amy Heckerling-directed Fast Times at Ridgemont High. Over the course of our conversation you will hear us talk about how this movie elevated teen comedy and became a staple hangout among the youth of the time, how it works well together with other classic hangouts like American Graffiti and Dazed and Confused and how it eschewed the desire to caricaturize teenagers in favour of portraying their lives and anxieties with requisite honesty. We also talk about Sean Penn's idea of eating in class, the infamous COVID reading of the script by attention-starved celebs, Cameron Crowe's earnest writing and much more!Tune in and enjoy! Subscribe to our patreon at patreon.com/uncutgemspod (3$/month) and support us by gaining access to ALL of our exclusive podcasts, such as bonus tie-ins, themed retrospectives and director marathons!Hosts: Jakub Flasz & Randy BurrowsFeaturing: Tony LarderHead over to our website to find out more! (uncutgemspodcast.com)Follow us on Twitter (@UncutGemsPod) and IG (@UncutGemsPod)Buy us a coffee over at Ko-Fi.com (ko-fi.com/uncutgemspod)
This week on Born to Watch, Whitey flies solo for a massive deep dive into 1982: Year in Review, revisiting one of the most important, influential and completely stacked years in cinema history. While 1982 might not officially hold the crown as the greatest movie year ever, it delivered a collection of films that completely changed Hollywood forever.In this special episode, Whitey breaks down how one single year gave us E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, Blade Runner, The Thing, First Blood, Rocky III, Poltergeist, Conan the Barbarian and Tron all within the same incredible stretch of cinema history.Whitey explores the insane eight-week period where science fiction and fantasy films absolutely rewired Hollywood forever. It was the year when genre filmmaking exploded, CGI truly began, practical effects reached their peak, and audiences somehow ignored two movies that are now regarded as masterpieces: Blade Runner and The Thing.There's a huge breakdown of the 1982 box office top ten, including Whitey revisiting Spielberg's emotional masterpiece E.T., which held the box office record for an entire decade. He reflects on how modern kids' movies rarely hit adults emotionally the same way they once did, admitting E.T. absolutely destroyed him on the cry meter during a recent rewatch.The episode also revisits cult favourites like First Blood, with Whitey passionately defending it as one of the great character-driven action films of the 1980s. There's love for Stallone's unbelievable double act of releasing both Rocky III and First Blood in the same year, proving just how dominant Sly was during the early 80s.Whitey also dives into why Rocky III remains one of the best Rocky films ever made, praising Mr T as one of the greatest movie villains of the decade and celebrating the pure charisma he brought to Clubber Lang despite having no acting experience.Australian cinema gets its flowers too, with a huge spotlight on Mad Max 2 and The Man from Snowy River. Whitey argues that both films stand proudly alongside any Hollywood blockbuster of the era and explains how Mad Max 2 became the blueprint for almost every post-apocalyptic movie that followed.There's also a deep appreciation for practical effects and filmmaking craftsmanship throughout the episode. Whitey passionately argues that The Thing still contains the greatest practical creature effects ever put to screen, while Blade Runner's vision of a futuristic Los Angeles remains one of the most influential science fiction worlds ever created.Along the way, there are classic Born to Watch tangents and stories, including:Whitey is getting in trouble in Year 4 after explaining an infamous scene from The World According to GarpChildhood memories of The Pirate Movie soundtrackThe bizarre success of Porky'sWhy does Tootsie make more money than Blade Runner feel completely wrongHow Grease 2 became one of the ugliest moments of 1982 cinemaWhitey also celebrates underrated classics like Firefox, Creepshow, Fast Times at Ridgemont High and 48 Hrs., while exploring how 1982 represented a time when studios were still willing to take massive creative risks on strange, ambitious and original films.This is one of the biggest movie deep dives Born to Watch has ever done, packed full of nostalgia, movie trivia, hilarious stories and genuine love for cinema.JOIN THE CONVERSATION Was 1982 the greatest movie year ever? What's the best film released in 1982? Blade Runner or The Thing? Rocky III or First Blood? Is Mad Max 2 the greatest Australian action film ever made?#1982Movies #MovieYearInReview #BornToWatch #BladeRunner #TheThing #RockyIII #FirstBlood #MadMax2 #ET #MoviePodcast
In this episode of the It's the Pictures podcast, Max Covill and Evan Crean discuss recent movies, the Cannes Film Festival, and the career of Meryl Streep. They also share their thoughts on 'The Devil Wears Prada' and other films featuring Meryl Streep. The conversation covers a range of topics, including the portrayal of Meryl Streep in 'The Devil Wears Prada,' the impact of body image comments in the film, and a discussion of other Meryl Streep movies such as 'Defending Your Life' and 'Silkwood.' The hosts also share their thoughts on 'Life of Brian' and 'Fast Times at Ridgemont High.'TakeawaysMeryl Streep holds the record for the most Academy Award nominations of any actor in history.The hosts discuss recent movies, the Cannes Film Festival, and the career of Meryl Streep.The Devil Wears Prada is an iconic role for Meryl Streep, and the hosts share their thoughts on the movie and other films featuring Meryl Streep. Meryl Streep's portrayal in 'The Devil Wears Prada' was surprising and impactful.Body image comments in the film sparked a discussion about their impact and relevance.The hosts discussed other Meryl Streep movies, including 'Defending Your Life' and 'Silkwood.'The hosts shared their thoughts on 'Life of Brian' and 'Fast Times at Ridgemont High.'Chapters00:00 Recent Movies and Theater Visits05:18 TV Adaptation of Dungeon Crawler Book Series19:10 Meryl Streep's Career and The Devil Wears Prada29:56 Meryl Streep in 'The Devil Wears Prada'36:01 Discussion of Other Meryl Streep Movies52:22 Review of 'Life of Brian'59:13 Revisiting 'Fast Times at Ridgemont High'
Welcome to the Saoirse Ronan appreciation society. I Could Never Be Your Woman Year: 2007 Written by: Amy Heckerling Directed by: Amy Heckerling Stars: Michelle Pfeiffer, Paul Rudd, Saoirse Ronan Show notes: There is some good stuff in this film and some bad stuff and it is not Amy Heckerling's best work but it is definitely worth a watch. If you would like to skip the plot summary for this month's film you can spool forward almost 9 minutes into the episode. Correction: The film Charles Adrian remembered as Coming Home is in fact called Home Again. In this episode we mention the films: Home Again (2017) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5719700/) Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0083929/) Clueless (1995) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0112697/) Vamps (2012) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1545106/) Girls Trip (2017) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3564472/) And the TV series: Dawson's Creek (1998-2003) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0118300/) Bridgerton (2020- ) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8740790/) Next month we are going to be talking about You, Me & Tuscany (2026) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt36352591/) If you would like to suggest films for future episodes, you can tweet Lisa: @LisaStowaway. We record these episodes over the internet. Sometimes the audio is not perfect. We apologise for that. Music in this episode is by Martin Zaltz Austwick (martinzalzaustwick.com). Artwork is by Lisa Findley. Thank you for listening!
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Don't sleep on this must-watch episode of Dads From the Crypt! We sit down with the legendary Amanda Wyss to talk about her unforgettable roles across cult classics and iconic films. From being Freddy Krueger's first victim in A Nightmare on Elm Street to her breakout performance in Fast Times at Ridgemont High and her fan-favorite turn in Better Off Dead, Amanda shares behind-the-scenes stories, career insights, and memories from working on some of the most beloved movies of the decade.Hear what it was like being part of horror history, her experiences on set, and how these films helped shape pop culture. Whether you're a die-hard horror fan, an ‘80s movie buff, or just love great interviews, this episode is packed with nostalgia, laughs, and insider stories you won't want to miss.Follow Dads From the Crypt! Threads: @dadsfromthecryptTikTok: Dads From The Crypt-TokInstagram: @dadsfromthecrypt Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DadsFromTheCrypt
This week I wanted to stick with movies that came out with soundtracks that felt current when the films were released. Not older songs brought in to set a mood, and not a random collection pulled together afterward, but albums that felt tied to the moment the studio was trying to sell.Fast Times at Ridgemont High, from 1982, is a good example. The soundtrack album came out that July, and Jackson Browne's “Somebody's Baby” reached number 7 on the Billboard Hot 100, so the movie clearly had a connection to what people were hearing at the time. There was also some push and pull behind the scenes. Amy Heckerling later said some of the music choices reflected producer pressure as much as her own sense of the characters, which only makes the film feel more like a real snapshot of the early 1980s.Purple Rain, from 1984, is an even stronger case, because the movie and soundtrack are almost impossible to separate. The album came out on June 25, 1984. “When Doves Cry” was released in May, and “Let's Go Crazy” followed in July, so the film reached theaters with Prince already dominating the culture around it. I also like that “When Doves Cry” came out of a specific request from director Albert Magnoli. It was not just a Prince song sitting around waiting to be used. It was part of the movie as it was taking shape.Less Than Zero, works a little differently. People do not usually talk about its soundtrack with the same reverence, but it was still very plugged into late 1987. The Bangles recorded “Hazy Shade of Winter” for the film, and it went to number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100, which gave the soundtrack real chart power. The rest of the album also feels very rooted in its time, with Rick Rubin producing and artists like LL Cool J and Public Enemy sharing space with a sharper, louder Simon and Garfunkel cover. It really feels like a late 1987 attempt to pull different parts of current music into one package.Then there is Singles, from 1992, which may be the best example here of a soundtrack capturing a scene while it was still happening. The album came out on June 30, 1992, a few months before the movie opened, and it included Pearl Jam, Soundgarden, and Alice in Chains, along with Paul Westerberg, who also worked on the score. Cameron Crowe later called it more of an anti soundtrack, basically a souvenir of that scene instead of a tidy album built to sum up the movie. That feels right to me. It was not trying to seem current. It actually was current. Even the gap between the album release and the film helped give it that feeling.So that is the set this week. Four movies, four different kinds of soundtrack success, and four reminders that music can tie a film to its moment just as much as clothes, locations, or dialogue can. One caught the early 1980s world of radio and mall record stores. One became a hit album right alongside the movie. One used a major single to help define its identity. One caught a local scene before it had even settled into history. Those are the kinds of rentals I always like talking about, movies that bring back not just the film, but the moment when it first showed up.Thanks for reading Video Store Podcast! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.videostorepodcast.com
Bill and Andy Bush dive into the retirement plan rules that trip up participants most often—from the Rule of 55 and IRS 72(T) distributions to SIMPLE IRA rollover restrictions, in-service distribution provisions, and the nuances of RMDs under SECURE 2.0. The brothers break down each rule with real-world examples pulled from recent client calls, covering when you can access your 401(k) penalty-free, why rolling into an IRA can cost you flexibility, how beneficiary rules changed under the 10-year distribution window, and what early withdrawal exceptions (including QDROs and disaster provisions) actually look like in practice. Whether you're planning ahead or reacting to a life event, this episode is a practical field guide to the rules that govern your retirement dollars. ⏱ Episode Timeline & Key Topics 00:00 – Welcome & Episode Setup Bill opens with a Spicoli quote from Fast Times at Ridgemont High and sets up the theme: retirement plan rules you may or may not have known about. 00:53 – The Rule of 55 If you leave your employer at age 55 or older, you can take distributions from that employer's 401(k) without the 10% early withdrawal penalty: · Must be the plan at the employer you separated from · Taxable, but no penalty · Rolling into an IRA eliminates the Rule of 55 protection 02:12 – IRS Rule 72(T): Substantially Equal Periodic Payments Starting at age 55, you can take early distributions from IRAs or 401(k)s using the 72(T) rule: · Payments must be substantially equal · Must continue for five years or until age 59½, whichever is longer · Andy shares a real client example of someone who used 72(T) after early job loss 03:30 – SIMPLE IRA Two-Year Rule SIMPLE IRAs carry a unique two-year restriction from the date of your first contribution: · Distributions or rollovers within two years trigger a 25% penalty (not the usual 10%) · Rolling funds into a SIMPLE IRA from a 401(k) or other source also requires the two-year window to pass · SECURE Act expanded allowable rollover sources, but the timing restriction remains 05:31 – Roth Five-Year Rules Roth IRA contributions can be withdrawn at any time tax- and penalty-free, but earnings have their own rules: · Earnings require the account to be open for five years and you must be 59½ or older · The five-year clock starts with your first Roth IRA deposit 06:43 – In-Service Distributions from 401(k) Plans You can take distributions while still employed, but the rules are plan-specific: · IRS default age is 59½, but your plan document can set a different age (examples: age 40, age 55) · Common reason: rolling funds to an IRA for income planning options not available inside the 401(k) · Building a retirement "income floor" can increase confidence and even lead to more spending in retirement 09:57 – In-Service Strategy: Roth IRA Consolidation Participants who already have a Roth IRA on the outside can roll Roth 401(k) funds into it via in-service distribution, consolidating accounts and keeping the five-year clock running. 10:20 – Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) RMD ages under SECURE 2.0: · Born before 1960: RMD begins at 73 · Born after 1960: RMD begins at 75 · Still working and contributing? No RMD from your current plan (unless 5%+ owner) · Old 401(k)s from prior employers still require RMDs · IRA RMDs can be aggregated—take from one account to satisfy the total · 401(k) RMDs must be taken individually from each plan · The "Andy Bush Hack": roll old accounts into your active plan to defer RMDs 14:07 – Beneficiary / Inherited Account Rules Non-spousal inherited accounts changed significantly under SECURE 2.0: · Old rule: stretch over beneficiary's lifetime or take within 5 years · New rule: all funds must be distributed within 10 years · If deceased was already taking RMDs, beneficiary must continue annual distributions · Strategy: increase your own 401(k) contributions and offset with inherited account distributions 16:35 – Early Withdrawal Exceptions Several exceptions allow penalty-free early access to retirement funds: · Medical expenses exceeding a threshold · Disability · QDROs (Qualified Domestic Relations Orders) for divorce · Federally declared disaster provisions · Hardship withdrawals (still subject to 10% penalty if under 59½) 18:15 – Check Your Summary Plan Description (SPD) Every provision discussed is plan-specific: · Ask your HR or plan sponsor for the SPD · Documents are being updated as SECURE 2.0 provisions phase in · Your SPD is the definitive source for what your plan allows ✅ Key Rules Quick Reference · Rule of 55 – Penalty-free 401(k) distributions if you leave your employer at 55+; lost if rolled to an IRA · 72(T) – Substantially equal periodic payments from IRAs/401(k)s starting at 55; must last 5 years or until 59½ · SIMPLE IRA Two-Year Rule – 25% penalty on distributions or rollovers within two years of first contribution · Roth Five-Year Rule – Contributions out anytime; earnings require 5 years + age 59½ · In-Service Distributions – Available while still working; age set by plan document (default 59½) · RMDs – Age 73 (born before 1960) or 75 (born after 1960); still-working exception for current plan only · 10-Year Inherited Account Rule – Non-spousal beneficiaries must empty inherited accounts within 10 years · QDROs – Court-ordered retirement account splits in divorce; rollover is tax- and penalty-free · Disaster Provisions – SECURE Act allows automatic early access in federally declared disaster areas 19:49 – Closing & How to Reach the Brothers Bill and Andy wrap up with a reminder that every situation is nuanced—reach out with questions. · Bill Bush: bbush@horizonfg.com · Andy Bush: abush@horizonfg.com
"Anyone can have sex." For Episode 393, David and Brandon start off CineNation's Sex Comedy series with one of the quintessential high school movies of the 1980s, FAST TIMES AT RIDGEMONT HIGH. Listen as they discuss Cameron Crowe going undercover at a high school, which director was originally up for the film, the massive casting sessions for the film, Sean Penn's wild method acting techniques on-set, how Amy Heckerling made changes to Crowe's original story, the process of getting the popular music for the film, why Universal executives were so against the project, and so much more! Use the code cinenation15 on thecinevault.com to get 15% off your online purchase! Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive movie content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Opening - Neon and A24 (00:00:10) Intro to the Sex Comedy Genre (00:06:45) Intro to Fast Times at the Ridgemont High (00:13:34) How Fast Times at the Ridgemont High Got to Production (00:24:23) Favorite Scenes (00:51:14) On Set Life - (01:27:52) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:35:46) What Worked and What Didn't (01:46:55) Film Facts (01:51:41) Awards (01:54:23) Final Questions on the Movie (02:00:37) Wrapping Up the Episode (02:05:14) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast
Our exit today has us learning about the dark, seedy underbelly of children's programming. This week, we are talking about Death to Smoochy, written by Adam Resnick and directed by Danny DeVito.Since this is our first chance to talk about Robin Williams, we spend a lot of time focusing on his career and importance in Tripp and Ross' childhoods. But we also talk Fast Times at Ridgemont High, Edward Norton, children's television, the directing career of Danny DeVito, Hoffa, Scream, The Sopranos, our favorite Robin riffs, and a lot of confusion as to when the new Cat in the Hat movie actually comes out.Robin Williams Wins the OscarRobin Williams on Ellen in ChicagoThememusic by Jonworthymusic.Powered by RiversideFM.CFF Films with Ross and friends.Movies We've Covered on the Show on Letterboxd.Movies Recommended on the Show on Letterboxd.
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The Problem: We were slender then. (Recorded on Monday, February 16, 2026.) Links “Against the Wind” — Bob Seger (1980) — “What to leave in? What to leave out?” Dave Nanian — Mastodon post about his original '81 copy — the friend who sparked the dB's conversation The dBs — “Black and White” (Repercussion, 1982) Don Dixon — “Girls L.T.D.” — solo track from the guy who co-produced early R.E.M. Sneakers (band, ~1975) — early NC power pop band featuring Dixon, Easter, and Stamey before they were famous Movies with Mikey — “But, did you knowwww?” Richard Hugo — “Degrees of Grey in Philipsburg” Candide — Voltaire (1759) — third episode running where Merlin has mentioned Cunegonde Claudine Longet — French singer who shot Olympic skier Spider Sabich; married to Andy Williams “Spicks and Specks” — Bee Gees (1966) — Merlin: “one of the purest pop songs ever written” “You Give a Little Love” — These crazy kids and their pies. From Bugsy Malone (1976) Marshall Brodien's TV Magic Cards — Merlin bought his trick cards at Walgreens Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982) — Roderick cites Cameron Crowe on the film's tragic subtext about being pressured to lose virginity Groundhog Day (1993) — “what a fucking great movie”; Ned Ryerson as “one of the all time great character actor appearances” Nut Tree (Vacaville, CA) — roadside attraction with amusement park and small airport; Roderick and his dad flew there in a small plane
We're joined by the host of the podcast Channels, Peter Kafka, as we go back to 1982's Los Angeles, with Cameron Crowe and Amy Heckerling's teenage masterpiece starring Sean Penn, Jennifer Jason Leigh, and Phoebe Cates, Fast Times at Ridgemont High. We cover how The Pool Scene changed a generation, the first time Haitch got blue balls (after making out all night at a church lock in), why the Super Bowl sucked so hard, and just how sweet all those conservative tears taste right about now.Chapters Introduction (00:00:00) Hatch News (00:25:11) Fast Times at Ridgemont High Roundtable (00:34:28) Your Letters (01:16:39) Notes and Links Check out Escape Hatch Merch! Our all new collection of swag is available now and every order includes a free Cameo style shoutout from Haitch or Jason. Browse our collection now. Join the Escape Hatch Discord Server! Hang out with Haitch, Jason, and other friends of the pod. Check out the invite here. Escape Hatch is a TAPEDECK Podcasts Jawn! Escape Hatch is a member of TAPEDECK Podcasts, alongside: 70mm (a podcast for film lovers), Bat & Spider (low rent horror and exploitation films), The Letterboxd Show (Official Podcast from Letterboxd), Cinenauts (exploring the Criterion Collection), Lost Light (Transformers, wrestling, and more), and Will Run For (obsessed with running). Check these pods out!. See the movies we've watched and are going to watch on Letterboxd Escape Hatch's Breaking Dune News Twitter list Rate and review the podcast to help others discover it, and let us know what you think of the show at letters@escapehatchpod.com or leave us a voicemail at +1-415-534-5211. Follow @escapehatchpod on Bluesky,Instagram, and TikTok. Music by Scott Fritz and Who'z the Boss Music. Cover art by ctcher. Edited and produced by Haitch. Escape Hatch is a production of Haitch Industries.
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In which our heroes prepare to descend the cliffs in search of their lost comrade. Zara peruses the merchandise. Kardain prepares for the worst. Verrol sees in the dark.
EPISODE #120 - Back in 1982, a movie was released that defined the Van Halen generation - “Fast Times at Ridgemont High.” Easily, the best character in the film was Mike Damone played by actor Robert Romanus. The Daves try to buy some VH tickets from him during a special interview. Meanwhile, guitarist Mark Tremonti from Creed and Alter Bridge talks about opening for Van Halen, being friends with Wolfie and recording at 5150. A fresh VH News segment and a Santa mailbag completes this year-end episode.Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Google podcasts, Amazon Music, Podvine or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: ddunchainedpodcast@gmail.com
Danny has never watched Fast Times at Ridgemont High in one sitting. Blazers overcome huge deficit vs Pistons, still lose. Relax on Scoot Henderson's return timeline. Best/worst Christmas gifts.
Kirk recently read Cameron Crowe's memoir The Uncool, about his experience writing about music, notably for Rolling Stone. Doug and Kirk reflect on rock music journalism. Help support The Next Track by making regular donations via Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/thenexttrack). We're ad-free and self-sustaining so your support is what keeps us going. Thanks! Show notes Cameron Crowe: The Uncool, a Memoir (https://amzn.to/4oOzPf3) Almost Famous (https://amzn.to/485TQ9O) Fast Times at Ridgemont High (https://amzn.to/3XD38oG) Jerry Maguire (https://amzn.to/485Ct8O) Aloha (https://amzn.to/3XI2LJr) Can AI tell us anything meaningful about Bob Dylan's songs? - Aeon Essays (https://aeon.co/essays/can-ai-tell-us-anything-meaningful-about-bob-dylans-songs) Write Now with Scrivener (https://podcast.scrivenerapp.com/) The Bongos - Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Bongos) Richard Hambleton, ‘Shadowman' of the '80s Art Scene, Dies at 65 - The New York Times (https://www.nytimes.com/2017/11/03/obituaries/richard-hambleton-dead-shadowman-of-the-80s-art-scene.html) Shadowman (https://amzn.to/48mUuAP) (documentary about Richard Hambleton) Our next tracks: Patti Smith: Horses (https://amzn.to/47RAE0E) Superchunk: Misfits & Mistakes: Singles, B-sides & Strays 2007–2023 (https://amzn.to/4idX0gm) If you like the show, please subscribe in Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/the-next-track/id1116242606) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast.
When I was a kid if you wanted to talk to people about movies, you went to the local mom and pop video rental store… but if you wanted to hang out with other kids your age, you went to the mall. On this week's episode of the Video Store Podcast, I'm recommending four movies that were filmed and heavily feature malls.First up is Fast Times at Ridgemont High, a film that follows several teenagers as they navigate the halls and malls of southern California. With a star-studded cast, this film opens in a mall, which sets the tone for the entire film.Next up is Dawn of the Dead, George Romero's 1978 sequel to his original zombie film, Night of the Living Dead. In this film, four characters — two police officers and two news broadcasters — take cover in an abandoned mall… or is it? It's not long before the mall is crawling with zombies and, eventually, pie-throwing bikers. Known as special effects wizard Tom Savini's breakthrough film, this one features lots of bullets, brains, and blood. Third is the lesser known Phantom of the Mall: Eric's Revenge, released in 1989. This lesser-known 80s slasher features a mall-roaming “phantom” who used to live on the land the new mall was built on. It's not a great movie, but it does feature a young and pre-MTV Pauly Shore which… well, doesn't make it any better, but does make it interesting. This movie contains lots of interior mall shots and even more bad actors. What's not to love?Rounding up this episode is one of my favorite films of all time, Chopping Mall. In this 1986 horror classic, a group of teens plan a sleepover inside a furniture store inside their local mall. Unfortunately for them, that same night lightning strikes the building which short circuits the robots and turn them into killbots! If yo always wanted to know what would happen if Johnny 5 went bad — no, like, really bad — this will let you know.Today's malls are nothing like they were back in the 1980s. If you want to see what they were like in their heyday, check out one of these films. Malls were full of lights, food, shopping… and apparently, lots of murder. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.videostorepodcast.com
Tripp Berlinsky may just just be the perfect combination of Seth Feider, Shaggy from Scooby-Doo & Spicoli from Fast Times at Ridgemont High. The crazy part is Seth js most likely the only name on that list that Tripp has even heard of! The 20 year old Florida angler is a sophomore at The University of North Alabama. He recently won the Bassmaster Collage Classic bracket punching his ticket to the Super Bowl of bass fishing. This week he joins the podcast and you are not going to believe what this college angler just did!
Tripp Berlinsky may just just be the perfect combination of Seth Feider, Shaggy from Scooby-Doo & Spicoli from Fast Times at Ridgemont High. The crazy part is Seth js most likely the only name on that list that Tripp has even heard of! The 20 year old Florida angler is a sophomore at The University of North Alabama. He recently won the Bassmaster Collage Classic bracket punching his ticket to the Super Bowl of bass fishing. This week he joins the podcast and you are not going to believe what this college angler just did!
In the second installment of John's conversation with Cameron Crowe about his new memoir, “The Uncool,” the Oscar-winning writer-director explores his relationship with legendary rock critic Lester Bangs (and casting Philip Seymour Hoffman to play him in “Almost Famous”); the previously unacknowledged teenage suicide of his elder sister and how it fed into the complex family dynamics that compelled him to spend much of his adolescence on the road with rock stars; the end of his career as a music journalist at age 21; how writing “Fast Times at Ridgemont High” helped Crowe reclaim his lost youth and opened the door to Hollywood; and how Tom Cruise convinced him not to cut the most famous line in "Jerry Maguire." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
(00:00-28:27) – Query & Company opens on a Hump Day Wednesday with Jake Query sharing his thoughts on the way the Indiana Fever went out last night against the Las Vegas Aces. James Boyd from The Athletic and Fan Morning Show joins the program from the Colts complex to provide an update on some injuries for the Colts, highlights some players that he’s interested to see how they bounce back from a poor outing against the Rams, and shares what the status of Adonai Mitchell for this week is. (28:27-41:03) – Indianapolis Indians President & GM, Randy Lewandowski, makes an appearance on the program to discuss the decision to change their logos and uniforms to honor the baseball heritage of the franchise. He explains the thought process that went behind designing the logos, why right now was the right time to do it, and teases some other things that they are working on. (41:03-49:32) – The first hour of the show concludes with Jake and Eddie discussing the job that Stephanie White did this season to even put the Fever in a position to advance to the WNBA Finals. (49:32-1:12:04) – Zach Osterman from the IndyStar joins Query & Company to discuss IU football and basketball. Jake asks Zach about what he has seen from Darian DeVries leading up to the start of the season and what type of style of basketball he wants to play. Zach also assesses if the Hoosiers can make the College Football Playoff with a loss at Oregon but recording a win at Penn State. Finally, Zach points out something he finds intriguing about next week’s game against Oregon. (1:12:04-1:21:53) – Earlier today, Shane Steichen was asked about Adonai Mitchell earning his spot for Sunday’s game against the Las Vegas Raiders and words versus actions with accountability. (1:21:53-1:34:05) – The one o’clock hour of the show concludes with Eddie asking Jake if the Adonai Mitchell situation is being completely overblown. Plus, he touches on last night’s game for the Fever. (1:34:05-2:01:03) – Sam King from the Lafayette Journal & Courier makes an appearance on the program to preview this weekend’s game for the Boilermakers against Illinois and give his perspective on how the team has grown game to game in Barry Odom’s first year. Sam also discusses what he has seen so far from Purdue basketball in some practices, evaluates all the different options that Matt Painter has with lineups, and how Painter operates in the early parts of the season in practices. (2:01:03-2:08:06) – Jake and Eddie discuss how the perception of Cubs fans has changed since they won the World Series. Jake also asks Eddie some questions about the MLB playoffs. (2:08:06-2:18:18) – Today’s show closes out with Jake and Eddie discussing Fast Times of Ridgemont High and JMV joining Jake Query in studio to preview his show!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today, we are THRILLED to be joined by the brilliant Donick Cary! You may know and love his work on The Simpsons, which he served as a writer and co-executive producer of for four seasons! He also performed the same role for Parks & Rec, Bored to Death, and New Girl, and he directed the documentary Have a Good Trip, which came out in 2020. Donick's joining us to discuss his favorite movie -- a CLASSIC back-to-school flick -- Fast Times at Ridgemont High! Along the way, we chat about Amy Heckerling's brilliant subversion of the sex-comedy genre, first jobs, first times, and the absolutely STACKED cast of this 1982 romp! Head to our PATREON for ad-free episodes, video episodes, and more
Come back to 1982 when high school was totally awesome and the only thing people bothered "liking" was the restaurant where you worked. Fast Times set the stage for a slew of 80's teen films and helped define the Gen X mindset. Is it still gnarly? Or just explains why your dad scalps tickets? Bell has rung, Brains in session. You can also watch this, and many other episodes in full video on your YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFilmWithThreeBrains/videos
Amy Heckerling Go behind the lens with legendary director and writer Amy Heckerling as she delves into her iconic career in film and theater. In this captivating interview, Heckerling opens up about the creation of era-defining classics like Clueless and Fast Times at Ridgemont High sharing untold stories from the set and her experiences working with comedy greats. She provides a masterclass on the creative writing process, the unique challenges of transitioning from Hollywood films to stage productions, and the vital role of comedy in our cultural landscape. Heckerling also offers a sharp critique of the lack of respect for comedic films within the industry. This is a must-listen for film buffs, aspiring writers, and anyone who loves a great behind-the-scenes story filled with wisdom and wit. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 01:57 Amy Heckerling's Theatrical Experience 06:07 Directing Fast Times at Ridgemont High 15:38 The Cult Classic Johnny Dangerously 8:32 Writing Look Who's Talking 23:25 The Journey to Clueless 29:09 Working with Paul Rudd and Other Collaborations 31:03 Directing Comedic Legends 32:28 The Respect for Comedy in Film 33:23 Producing and Collaborating with Gilbert Gottfried MY SOCIALS ARE STILL NOT RESTORED!!!
This week on Totally 80s and 90s Recall, Dave, Rob, and Kurt are joined by special guests Brad and Sean to dive into the wild world of 1980s comedy movies with a March Madness–style 16-team bracket. From slapstick to satire, the guys break down some of the funniest and most quotable films of the decade, pitting classics head-to-head until only two comedies reigns supreme. Each matchup sparks laughs, heated debate, and plenty of nostalgia as the crew tries to decide which flick really captured the comedic spirit of the 80s. The bracket is stacked with heavy-hitters like National Lampoon's Vacation, Stripes, and Coming to America, each bringing its own brand of outrageous humor and iconic performances. But the competition doesn't stop there—parody powerhouses like Spaceballs square off against teen comedy staples such as Ferris Bueller's Day Off and Fast Times at Ridgemont High. The panel wrestles with tough questions: does a cult classic deserve to topple a box office giant? Should quotability matter more than critical acclaim? And just how much does nostalgia play into picking a true champion? With Brad and Sean stirring the pot and adding their own favorites into the mix, the bracket becomes a hilarious walk down memory lane. Whether it's Chevy Chase bumbling his way through family road trips, Eddie Murphy redefining comedy stardom, or Matthew Broderick convincing us to skip school in style, this episode is packed with laughter, debate, and plenty of “you had to be there” 80s moments. It's the ultimate comedy showdown, and only two films can survive the bracket madness! Pandora: https://www.pandora.com/podcast/totally-80s-and-90s-recall/PC:1001051135 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/totally-80s-and-90s-recall/id1662282694 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/11dk5TUoLUk4euD1Te1EYG?si=b37496eb6e784408 Contact Us: Website: https://totally80s90srecall.podbean.com/ Email: 80s90srecall@gmail.com LinkTree:https://linktr.ee/80s90srecall
A Classic RISK! episode from our early years that first ran in July of 2013, when Trevor Noah and Robin Gelfenbien shared about scars they've healed from.
We're on vacation this week but enjoy this classic interview with Amanda Wyss from movies like Nightmare on Elm Street, Fast Times at Ridgemont High, Better Off Dead, Powwow Highway, Silverado, and The Id. She's also appeared in shows like Buck Rogers, Cheers, St. Elsewhere, Murder She Wrote, CSI, Diagnosis Murder, and Dexter. You can follow Amanda on Twitter @_amandawyss and on Instagram @amandawyss. Meantime, please help support this show by subscribing to our bonus content at Bobcescashow.com. Music by Bob Malone.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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In honor of back-to-school season, Case tackles this 1982 classic. Chicago’s best morning radio show now has a podcast! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and remember that the conversation always lives on the Q101 Facebook page. Brian & Kenzie are live every morning from 6a-10a on Q101. Subscribe to our channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@Q101 Like Q101 on Facebook HERE: https://www.facebook.com/q101chicago Follow Q101 on Twitter HERE: https://twitter.com/Q101Chicago Follow Q101 on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/q101chicago/?hl=en Follow Q101 on TikTok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@q101chicago?lang=enSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On this Tuesday edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning, Sid navigates a jam-packed show covering a range of topics, including the New York City mayoral race with Zohran Mamdani emerging as a divisive candidate within the Democrat Party. Sid discusses the implications of his Democratic primary win and its potential impact on the party and city, emphasizing fears over his socialist policies. Sid also covers the Senate's progress on President Trump's legislative "big, beautiful bill", and offers an in-depth update on P Diddy's trial for racketeering and sex trafficking. Sid & the crew also dip into 80s nostalgia, referencing classic movies like Fast Times at Ridgemont High and Caddyshack, offering a lighter touch to the otherwise intense political and legal discourse of the day. Brian Kilmeade, Curtis Sliwa, Bo Dietl, CB Cotton, Betsy McCaughey & Michael Goodwin join Sid on this Tuesday installment of Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A few months ago, I was chatting with my sister and out of nowhere she asked me if I had done a Valley Girl podcast yet. She loves this movie and it has come up a few times over the years. I responded that I hadn't gotten to it yet and that I would get to it soon. I had actually tried to record it many years ago, in my first year or so of podcast, but I don't think I handled it well, and never released it. I felt a little guilty and so I decided that I needed to get a Valley Girl episode into the feed. I start the show talking about what it was like not having agency in what videos were rented in your house. Being the youngest, I was a little resentful at the time, but now I realize how much richer my life is because of all the movies I was exposed to that I never would have chosen. One of those is Valley Girl, which my sister rented for herself, but I was never one to shy away from new entertainment and I watched it as well multiple times. After I finished telling my story I move onto the film itself. I discuss how a Zappa song turned into a lawsuit that didn't derail a film that has often been described as Vall-sploitation. Other films in this genre were released, but non were as well-made and well-acted as this one. Then I talk about production, the case, the music, the reception, and much more. I am not sure why Valley Girl isn't more popular. Maybe its because its a little rough around the edges, but I find that charming. It, and movies lie, Fast Times at Ridgemont High, helped to establish tropes that other 80s films would borrow, and it deserves to be watched and celebrated.
Today I celebrate the 800th episode of Let There Be Talk. I can't believe it's been 13 years and 800 episode. Today I dive into listeners favorite episodes, The new Rock n Roll Hall Of Fame Inductees and The classic film Fast Times At Ridgemont High. I really appreciate the years and years of support. Don't forget to check out my new Stand Up Special 5836 on YouTube https://youtu.be/nbeaApu4OP0?si=iTkKLZyDIy8sBMhl Tour Dates - https://www.deandelray.com/tourdates Patreon - https://www.deandelray.com/patreon Thank You DDR
We're grabbing our Vans slip ons and heading to the mall as we kick off our Amy Heckerling series - Pod Times at Ridgemont Cast - with Fast Times at Ridgemont High. Fresh off her appearance in Sinners, actual high school friend of Griffin Newman Lola Kirke returns to the pod and things get pretty bogus. Like, David Lynch was supposed to direct this movie!!! David Sims has three performances from this on his 1982 Oscar Ballot! We develop sympathy for Mr. Hand! Griffin used to own a pair of fully black Converse sneakers! And, of course - Ben orders a pizza. Listen to An Evening with Belafonte/Makeba See Lola in Sinner and check out her other projects Sign up for Check Book, the Blank Check newsletter featuring even more “real nerdy shit” to feed your pop culture obsession. Dossier excerpts, film biz AND burger reports, and even more exclusive content you won't want to miss out on. Join our Patreon for franchise commentaries and bonus episodes. Follow us @blankcheckpod on Twitter, Instagram, Threads and Facebook! Buy some real nerdy merch Connect with other Blankies on our Reddit or Discord For anything else, check out BlankCheckPod.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices