Best Cordcutting Podcasts (2024)

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OV442 - Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024) & The 4:30 Movie (2024) - Guest: Sam Watermeier 1:44:47

1d ago1:44:47

1:44:47

This week, I welcome Sam Watermeier back to the show to review Beetlejuice Beetlejuice in both a non-spoiler and spoiler feature review. Then, in this week’s secondary review, I share my thoughts on Kevin Smith’s The 4:30 Movie. We also talk about the recent passing of James Earl Jones and share our thoughts on YouTube found footage horror film, Mi…

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Week 14: Memory & The Green Door 34:17

5d ago34:17

34:17

In which the podcaster lays down some tracks of extended and deleted scenes, explains why you can trust him, then ties up all the episodes to date with a pretty green ribbon, kind of like the writers of 24 accidentally wrapped up the plot of Season 1 halfway through, but unlike them pledges to actually provide new plotlines instead of just repeatin…

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OV441 - Rebel Ridge (2024) & The Deliverance (2024) 1:46:16

8d ago1:46:16

1:46:16

This week, Tiny returns to the show to review Rebel Ridge in both a non-spoiler and spoiler feature review. Then, in this week’s secondary review, we review Lee Daniels’ new horror film, The Deliverance. We also catch up on Tiny’s new life as a father and his changing viewing habits. Timestamps Show Start - 00:28 Catching Up - 03:05 Feature Review …

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Weeks 12-13: Drink the Light 36:16

13d ago36:16

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In which the podcaster takes you on a Fantastic Voyage into the wilderness of the brain to discover the roots of the hit song "Dopamine Jones" (c.f. Episode 2). REFERRED TEXTS The Molecule of More by Daniel Z. Lieberman, M.D. and Michael E. Long Goodreads page Health Sciences Research Commons Dopamine Nation by Anna Lembke, M.D. Goodreads page NPR …

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OV440 - The Crow (2024) & Blink Twice (2024) - Guests: Mitch Ringenberg and Sam Watermeier 2:06:48

15d ago2:06:48

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This week, I welcome Sam Watermeier and Mitch Ringenberg back to the show to review The Crow (2024) in both a non-spoiler and spoiler feature review. Then, in this week’s secondary review, I share my thoughts on Zoë Kravitz’s directorial debut Blink Twice. We also talk about recent movies we’ve seen, the latest AI controversy surrounding Megalopoli…

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OV439 - Alien: Romulus (2024) & Didi (2024) - Guest: Brent Leuthold 2:10:35

22d ago2:10:35

2:10:35

This week, I welcome Brent Leuthold back to the show to review Alien: Romulus in both a non-spoiler and spoiler feature review. Then, in this week’s secondary review, we review Sean Wang’s Didi. We also talk about The Acolyte’s cancelation, Homicide: Life on the Street’s streaming home, and news about the digital release of indie comedy, Another Ha…

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Weeks 10-11: The Final Fantasy of Commander Shepherd, Nora Witcher 34:30

26d ago34:30

34:30

In which the podcaster takes you down a rabbit hole but doesn't guarantee he'll lead you back out. But don't worry, it's not a real rabbit hole, not really. Or is it? Remember, I'm now posting these on Odd Saturdays, so the next episode will appear on the fifth Saturday of this month, August 31. And hopefully it won't go up as late in the day as th…

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OV438 - Borderlands (2024) & Cuckoo (2024) - Guest: Andy Carr 2:09:12

29d ago2:09:12

2:09:12

This week, I welcome Andy Carr back to the show to review Borderlands in both a non-spoiler and spoiler feature review. Then, in this week’s secondary review, we review Tilman Singer’s Cuckoo. We also talk about Seven Samurai 4k restoration screenings and recent announcements from this year’s D23 Expo including Toy Story 5, Incredibles 3, Dream Pro…

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OV437 - Trap (2024) & The Instigators (2024) - Guest: Sam Watermeier 2:20:43

1M ago2:20:43

2:20:43

This week, I welcome Sam Watermeier back to the show to review Trap in both a non-spoiler and spoiler feature review. Then, in this week’s secondary review, I share my thoughts on Doug Liman’s The Instigators. We also talk about recent news regarding Interstellar’s 10th anniversary, A24’s The Drama casting, and more. Timestamps Show Start - 00:28 N…

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Week 9: The Purpose of Rash Action 32:57

1M ago32:57

32:57

In which the podcaster travels back to a snarkier time, performs strange rituals in the underworld, and witnesses a life-changing moment of physics. NOTE: THE NEXT POD WILL BE CAST ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 17. THEY ARE NOW DROPPING ON ODD SATURDAYS ONLY. Let me know what you're thinking! Support the show And thanks for listening! Visit http://richardlor…

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OV436 - Deadpool & Wolverine (2024) & Oddity (2024) - Guest: Joe Shearer 2:45:44

2M ago2:45:44

2:45:44

This week, I welcome Joe Shearer back to the show to review Deadpool & Wolverine in both a non-spoiler and spoiler feature review. Then, in this week’s secondary review, we share our thoughts on Oddity. We also talk about recent news regarding the future of the MCU, Fantastic Four, Doctor Doom, Robert Downey Jr, and more. Timestamps Show Start - 00…

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Weeks 7-8: AI-YAI-YAI 30:52

2M ago30:52

30:52

In which the podcaster jousts with Theodor Adorno, takes a digestif with Jerry Mander, and loses patience with certain techn(olog)ical difficulties. Let me know what you're thinking! Support the show And thanks for listening! Visit http://richardloranger.com for writings, publications, reading and performance videos, upcoming events, and more! Also…

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OV435 - Twisters (2024) & Fly Me to the Moon (2024) - Guest: Brent Leuthold 2:08:51

2M ago2:08:51

2:08:51

This week, I welcome Brent Leuthold back to the show to review Twisters in both a non-spoiler and spoiler feature review. Then, in this week’s secondary review, we share our thoughts on Fly Me to the Moon. We also talk about recent news regarding Severance season 2, Bob Newhart’s passing, a possible 24 movie, Noah Hawley’s Alien: Earth, and more. T…

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Week 6.5: A Musical Interlude 22:33

2M ago22:33

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In which the podcaster gives you a break from his relentless wit and presents you with a mixtape based on the first seven episodes. Featuring: “No Place” by Eskimo from the album Jack which can be found at https://eskimo.bandcamp.com/ “Sucmel Ground” and “Dan and Bill” by Baldo Rex from their San Francisco recordings which can be found at https://b…

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OV434 - Longlegs (2024) & MaXXXine (2024) - Guests: Mitch Ringenberg and Sam Watermeier 2:09:23

2M ago2:09:23

2:09:23

This week, I welcome Sam Watermeier and Mitch Ringenberg back to the show to review Longlegs in both a non-spoiler and spoiler feature review. Then, in this week’s secondary review, we share our thoughts on Ti West’s MaXXXine. We also talk about recent movies we’ve seen, the end of an AMC A-List/Fandango loophole, and more. Timestamps Show Start - …

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Week 6: In the Middle of Nowhere 31:03

2M ago31:03

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In which the podcaster takes you for a ride, makes a movie, and recalls living on the planet. Let me know what you're thinking! Support the show And thanks for listening! Visit http://richardloranger.com for writings, publications, reading and performance videos, upcoming events, and more! Also a podcast tab that includes large versions of all the …

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Week 5: Intentionality and the Blackhawk Blues 27:32

2M ago27:32

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In which the podcaster sees a ghost of his television, escapes from nuns, and gets unintentionally lost. Let me know what you're thinking! Support the show And thanks for listening! Visit http://richardloranger.com for writings, publications, reading and performance videos, upcoming events, and more! Also a podcast tab that includes large versions …

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OV433 - Bad Boys: Ride or Die (2024) & MoviePass, MovieCrash (2024) 1:41:39

3M ago1:41:39

1:41:39

This week, after a delay, I’m reviewing Bad Boys: Ride or Die in both a non-spoiler and spoiler feature review. Then, in this week’s secondary review, I share my thoughts on the Max documentary, MoviePass, MovieCrash. I also talk about MGM+’s The Institute announcement, season 8 of 24, Blue Streak, and more. Timestamps Show Start - 00:28 News - 04:…

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Week 4: Sound and Silence 28:13

3M ago28:13

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In which the podcaster falls into a memory hole and establishes palaver with a throng of angry instruments in order to find a way to improve his current situation. The episode logo this week features an actual photo of the podcaster in 1980 stepping into the world via the meadow in what is now known as Olympic Valley, CA. Let me know what you're th…

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Week 3: Book Report on Four Arguments for the Elimination of Television 46:03

3M ago46:03

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In which the podcaster gives an in-depth report on the 1978 text Four Arguments for the Elimination of Television by Jerry Mander, to see how well the book holds up in the contemporary environ, to see how well the listener’s patience holds up through a longer episode, and how well the podcaster’s voice holds up through a full day of recording. This…

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Week 2: Status Report 20:59

3M ago20:59

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In which the podcaster foists a recap, gives you a status report, and plays with dolls. Let me know what you're thinking! Support the show And thanks for listening! Visit http://richardloranger.com for writings, publications, reading and performance videos, upcoming events, and more! Also a podcast tab that includes large versions of all the episod…

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OV432 - The Watchers (2024) & Tuesday (2024) 1:32:47

3M ago1:32:47

1:32:47

This week, I ride solo to review Ishana Shyamalan’s The Watchers in both a non-spoiler and spoiler feature review. Then, in this week’s secondary review, I share my thoughts on the new A24 film, Tuesday. I also talk about recent news regarding Rebel Moon’s director’s cuts, The Office sequel series, and more. Timestamps Show Start - 00:28 News - 03:…

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Week 1: Meet the Joneses 22:13

3M ago22:13

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In which the podcaster sketches his first reactions to life without television and worries about falling off the wagon. Let me know what you're thinking! Support the show And thanks for listening! Visit http://richardloranger.com for writings, publications, reading and performance videos, upcoming events, and more! Also a podcast tab that includes …

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OV431 - Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (2024) & Hit Man (2024) - Guest: Brent Leuthold 2:00:18

3M ago2:00:18

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This week, I welcome Brent Leuthold back to the show to review Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga in both a non-spoiler and spoiler feature review. Then, in this week’s secondary review, we share our thoughts on Richard Linklater’s Hit Man. We also talk about recent news regarding Mike Flanagan and The Exorcist, more AI concerns, the current state of movie th…

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Week 0: The Time-Out Corner 18:57

4M ago18:57

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In which the podcaster explains his motive and purpose for putting his television in the Time Out Corner for a year, and suggests why that might be of concern to you. Let me know what you're thinking! Support the show And thanks for listening! Visit http://richardloranger.com for writings, publications, reading and performance videos, upcoming even…

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OV430 - In a Violent Nature (2024) & Babes (2024) 1:41:00

4M ago1:41:00

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This week, Mike and I review In a Violent Nature in both a non-spoiler and spoiler feature review. Then, in this week’s secondary review, I share my thoughts on Pamela Adlon’s Babes. We also talk about recent news regarding Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery. Timestamps Show Start - 00:28 News - 07:36 Feature Review In a Violent Nature (2024) -…

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