Best Eli Watson Podcasts (2024)

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Charlottes Web (1973) E.B. White, Hannah & Barbera, Debbie Reynolds, Paul Lynde, and The Sherman Brothers 57:42

13m ago57:42

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Book Vs. Movie: Charlotte’s Web The 1952 Novel Vs the 1973 Movie "Charlotte's Web" by E.B. White is a classic children's novel that tells the heartwarming story of Wilbur, a pig, and his unlikely friendship with Charlotte, a wise and caring spider. Through Charlotte's clever web-spinning, she helps save Wilbur from being slaughtered, highlighting t…

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232. Cursed Waters and Monsterfrest 2! 1:01:40

38m ago1:01:40

1:01:40

This episode we gather round the Campfire to welcome Jason Hewlett to discuss the new film Cursed Waters and his book The Legend of Ogopogo. Take a deep dive into the story behind these two works and a look behind the scenes of Monsterfrest 2! No that's not a typo!

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The Bling Ring (2013) Based on a Vanity Fair article with Sofia Coppola & Emma Watson 1:12:24

1d ago1:12:24

1:12:24

Book Vs. Movie: The Bling Ring The Vanity Fair Article Vs.The 2013 Sofia Coppola Movie "The Bling Ring" is a 2013 film written and directed by Sofia Coppola and is based on the true story of a group of teenagers known as the Bling Ring, who used the internet to track celebrities' whereabouts to rob their homes. The screenplay is based on Nancy Jo S…

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Volume XI: The San Antonio Sasquatch (feat. Rod Nichols) 26:49

1d ago26:49

26:49

San Antonio is the 7th largest city in the United States. Not typically where one expects to find an unclassified hominid, but historical reports and recently collected data might challenge this idea. Today we set off in search of the San Antonio Sasquatch, with a researcher who has spent years looking for it. Follow Bexar County Bigfoot on Instagr…

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07.14.24: Cars & Caffeine? Motivation VS Hydration, DRLs VS Headlights, Ford VS Chevy, Gatorade VS the Chinese, + the Hazard of Connectivity in Cars ala Data Capture & Pinko Robots, + Residents of the ... 56:57

14d ago56:57

56:57

Straight from the no-math Greek-'froading bipedal-maintenance intro, it's a full hour of gearhead supremacy. Two big topics loom: tech versus you (and two of the nastiest manifestations of the threat, including what's being done with your data and what the Chinese are doing with self-driving cars), plus a chaser about carmakers having to lie about …

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07.14.24 (MP3): Cars & Caffeine? Motivation VS Hydration, DRLs VS Headlights, Ford VS Chevy, Gatorade VS the Chinese, + the Hazard of Connectivity in Cars ala Data Capture & Pinko Robots, + Residents of ... 56:57

14d ago56:57

56:57

Straight from the no-math Greek-'froading bipedal-maintenance intro, it's a full hour of gearhead supremacy. Two big topics loom: tech versus you (and two of the nastiest manifestations of the threat, including what's being done with your data and what the Chinese are doing with self-driving cars), plus a chaser about carmakers having to lie about …

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231. Journey to Belief with Stacy Brown Jr. 1:00:52

7d ago1:00:52

1:00:52

Stacy Brown returns to talk about his new show Journey to Belief, in which he tries to convince his skeptical friend, Joey Badia, that Sasquatch is real. In the process of making the series, wild things begin to happen that just might make a believer from a skeptic. You can watch Journey to Belief at the link below! https://thejourneytobelief.com/w…

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Born Yesterday (1950) Judy Holliday, Broderick Crawford, William Holden, & Garson Kanin 53:36

8d ago53:36

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Book Vs. Movie: Born Yesterday The 1946 Play Vs.The 1950 Movie "Born Yesterday" (based on the 1946 play by Garson Kanin) is a sharp critique of corruption and a celebration of personal growth. It explores the transformative power of education and delves into themes of ethics and integrity. Even after over seven decades, its themes of empowerment, i…

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07.03.24 (MP3): 911s, 4Runners, Harlequin Golfs, Pistachio SAABs & a Range Rover for John, w/ Tint & PPF Wraps, Putin & Albright, the White Needle of Death, the Concorde, Uncle Donald the Velociraptor ... 51:51

27d ago51:51

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It's an afternoon at AutoVos with Brown Caleb, White Mark and Hostus Maximus Justin Fort. There's a good chat on recoloring your coach with the new SVG dry PPF (SVGIP.com), tinting technique (using XPel), and a secret tint job for a Porsche that's heading for Kansas, and a visit from the Boys in Brown (trucks) carrying the new dealer kit from SVG f…

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07.03.24: 911s, 4Runners, Harlequin Golfs, Pistachio SAABs & a Range Rover for John, w/ Tint & PPF Wraps, Putin & Albright, the White Needle of Death, the Concorde, Uncle Donald the Velociraptor, + Heineken ... 51:51

27d ago51:51

51:51

It's an afternoon at AutoVos with Brown Caleb, White Mark and Hostus Maximus Justin Fort. There's a good chat on recoloring your coach with the new SVG dry PPF (SVGIP.com), tinting technique (using XPel), and a secret tint job for a Porsche that's heading for Kansas, and a visit from the Boys in Brown (trucks) carrying the new dealer kit from SVG f…

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310 to Yuma (2007) Christian Bale, Russell Crowe, Elmore Leonard, Glenn Ford & Van Heflin 1:04:43

23d ago1:04:43

1:04:43

Book Vs. Movie: 3:10 to Yuma The 1953 Elmore Leonard Short Story Vs.The 2007 Movie "3:10 to Yuma" (2007) is a Western film directed by James Mangold, based on a short story by Elmore Leonard. It is a remake of the 1957 film of the same name. Here are some key details: The story is set in the late 19th century. It follows Dan Evans (Christian Bale),…

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Volume X: All Roads Lead to Mothman (Part 1) 18:36

17d ago18:36

18:36

Sometimes it seems like Mothman is everywhere. But is he? Today we put this idea to the test, following lines of lore and legend across the spectrum of Cryptozoology, launching a special 2-part investigation which begins with a question... and ends in the future. Do All Roads Lead to Mothman? Question, comment or suggestion for the show? Email aaro…

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The Most Dangerous Game (1932) Joel McCrea, Faye Wray, Leslie Banks, & Richard Connell 39:38

22d ago39:38

39:38

Book Vs. Movie: The Most Dangerous Game The 1924 Short Story Vs.The 1932 Movie "The Most Dangerous Game" is a short story by Richard Connell, published in 1924. It follows Sanger Rainsford, a big-game hunter who ends up on an isolated Caribbean island. There, he meets General Zaroff, a hunter who has grown bored with traditional games and now hunts…

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230. LIVE at Monsterfest 2 57:05

26d ago57:05

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Our FIRST ever LIVE podcast is here! For those of you who didn't see us at Monsterfest and for those of you who did, listen to it! Stay tuned, there's a vlog coming soon!By Cryptid Campfire

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Suddenly Last Summer (1959) Tennessee Williams, Elizabeth Taylor, Katharine Hepburn, & Montgomery Clift 55:47

29d ago55:47

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Book Vs. Movie: Suddenly, Last Summer The 1958 Play Vs.The 1959 Movie Suddenly Last Summer is a 1959 film based on the play by Tennessee Williams, adapted for the screen by Gore Vidal and Williams himself. Directed by Joseph L. Mankiewicz, the film stars Elizabeth Taylor, Katharine Hepburn, and Montgomery Clift. The plot revolves around a wealthy w…

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Volume IX: Hither Came Cyclops (Cyclops feat. John Killian) 18:58

30d ago18:58

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The Cyclops is one of the oldest monster legends on earth. Join Aaron Deese and special guest John Killian of ExVPlanis for a deep dive into the roots, mythology and modern incarnations of everyones favorite one-eyed humanoid. Question, comment or suggestion for the show? Email aaron@smalltownmonsters.com…

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06.28.24 (MP3): Big Boy 4014 Rides Again (Powa!), Design & Build Issues for Ford, Chrysless & Toyota (+ Toyoda Punches Back), Fireproof Flags for the 4th, Electric Car Sales & Battery Facilities Kerplode ... 56:07

2M ago56:07

56:07

Phew! We'll get back on track ASAP - there's a few episodes waiting to be put together, and the Garage Hour goons are on it. This show's pretty gearhead: a prayer for John Force, whose funny car wasn't very (just add kerploding), a chat w/ our old buddy David Lozeau about how Jap cars, trucks and bikes parts were freakin' perfect in the '90s, how T…

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06.28.24: Big Boy 4014 Rides Again (Powa!), Design & Build Issues for Ford, Chrysless & Toyota (+ Toyoda Punches Back), Fireproof Flags for the 4th, Electric Car Sales & Battery Facilities Kerplode (Coincidence ... 56:07

2M ago56:07

56:07

Phew! We'll get back on track ASAP - there's a few episodes waiting to be put together, and the Garage Hour goons are on it. This show's pretty gearhead: a prayer for John Force, whose funny car wasn't very (just add kerploding), a chat w/ our old buddy David Lozeau about how Jap cars, trucks and bikes parts were freakin' perfect in the '90s, how T…

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Seconds (1966) Rock Hudson, John Frankenheimer, John Randolph, & David Ely. 44:07

1M ago44:07

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Book Vs. Movie: Seconds The 1964 Book Vs. The 1966 Movie The Margos are set to permanently change our lives with "Seconds," a 1966 American science fiction drama directed by John Frankenheimer. The film is based on David Ely's 1963 novel of the same name and stars Rock Hudson in a bravura performance. The plot centers around Arthur Hamilton, a midd…

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Brats (2024) The Memoir Vs. The Hulu Documentary: Andrew McCarthy, Emilio Estevez, & Demi Moore 1:13:57

1M ago1:13:57

1:13:57

Book Vs. Movie: Brats The 2021 Memoir Vs. The 2024 Hulu Documentary "Brat: An '80s Story" is a memoir by Andrew McCarthy, published in 2021. In this book, McCarthy, an actor best known for his roles in iconic '80s films like "St. Elmo's Fire" and "Pretty in Pink," reflects on his experiences as part of the so-called "Brat Pack," a group of young ac…

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Volume VIII: On Wings of Thunder (Thunderbirds feat. Jasmine With & Eli Watson) 22:32

1M ago22:32

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Thunderbirds. One of the oldest monster legends in North America, with deep ties to the beliefs of many Native American tribes. But is the Thunderbird more than just a legend? Do gigantic avian creatures really prowl the skies of North America? Featuring Eli Watson and Jasmine With of Cryptid Campfire. Question, comment or suggestion for the show? …

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Tales of the City (1994) Laura Linney, Olympia Dukakis, Chloe Webb, & Armistead Maupin 1:10:50

2M ago1:10:50

1:10:50

Book Vs. Movie: Tales of the City The 1978 Book Vs. The 1993 Limited Series The Margos are celebrating Pride Month with one of the most beloved books and adaptations of the last 50 years. Armistead Maupin's captivating series, Tales of the City, is set in vibrant San Francisco. Initially a newspaper serial in the Pacific Sun and the San Francisco C…

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06.18.24 (MP3): Pike’s Peak Hillclimb Tour Guide! Killer Deets for an Ideal Hangout @ PPIHC, w/ Location Insights, Racecourse Facts, Access Info, & a Crapton of Gearhead Lowdown, + Music for Driving Fast ... 56:57

2M ago56:57

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An out-of-order episode from Gearhead Consultantcy - blame the psychic iPod: hillclimb and mountain details for race fans attending this year’s 102nd PPIHC… This is a special thing, and thanks to the officials, organizers, racers and crews that make it possible (with a little help from the Garage Hour), you can better sink your teeth into one of Am…

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06.18.24: Pike’s Peak Hillclimb Tour Guide! Killer Deets for an Ideal Hangout @ PPIHC, w/ Location Insights, Racecourse Facts, Access Info, & a Crapton of Gearhead Lowdown, + Music for Driving Fast & a ... 56:57

2M ago56:57

56:57

An out-of-order episode from Gearhead Consultantcy - blame the psychic iPod: hillclimb and mountain details for race fans attending this year’s 102nd PPIHC… This is a special thing, and thanks to the officials, organizers, racers and crews that make it possible (with a little help from the Garage Hour), you can better sink your teeth into one of Am…

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"Don't Look Now" (1973) RIP Donald Sutherland 1935-2024 1:00:25

2M ago1:00:25

1:00:25

Book Vs. Movie: Don’t Look Now The Daphne DuMaurier Short Story Vs. the Nicolas Roeg Film RIP Donald Sutherland! (1935-2024) Due to the passing of actor extraordinaire Donald Sutherland, we are replaying our "Don't Look Now" episode. This week, let's talk about Daphe DuMaurier's short story "Don't Look Now," published in 1971 and adapted into a fil…

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229. The Ins and Outs of the Indigo Children 1:30:34

2M ago1:30:34

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In the 1980s, psychic Nancy Ann Tappe saw something she would never forget, the next step in human evolution. THE INDIGO CHILDREN. Join Alex, Eli and Jasmine as we discuss the ins and outs of what makes someone an Indigo Child, the public schooling system, the 1999 blockbuster Baby Geniuses and is Qui-Gon Jinn a cryptid?…

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05.09.24 (MP3): Hidden Low-Cost AGM Batteries & Secret Garage Sale Tools, Fish Tacos from Mexico & Fine Steak from Omaha, CA Earthquakes & Okinawan Tunnels, Woodpecker from Mars & War from CNN, + RIP for ... 1:01:11

2M ago1:01:11

1:01:11

…Lots of parts to this episode, but they fit: with Faith No More on the soundtrack, Hostus Maximus Justin Fort does everything from excellent Dude Food (fine sirloin and the only way to enjoy fish tacos), a revelation of historic WW2 Jap tunnels under Okinawa by NHK, scary details of federal bureaucrats trying to double the Corporate Average Fuel E…

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05.09.24: Hidden Low-Cost AGM Batteries & Secret Garage Sale Tools, Fish Tacos from Mexico & Fine Steak from Omaha, CA Earthquakes & Okinawan Tunnels, Woodpecker from Mars & War from CNN, + RIP for Excellent ... 1:01:11

2M ago1:01:11

1:01:11

…Lots of parts to this episode, but they fit: with Faith No More on the soundtrack, Hostus Maximus Justin Fort does everything from excellent Dude Food (fine sirloin and the only way to enjoy fish tacos), a revelation of historic WW2 Jap tunnels under Okinawa by NHK, scary details of federal bureaucrats trying to double the Corporate Average Fuel E…

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Hit Man (2024) Glen Powell, Adria Arjona, Richard Linklater, & Skip Hollandsworth 47:39

2M ago47:39

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Book Vs. Movie: Hit Man The 2001 Texas Monthly Article Vs. The 2024 Richard Linklater Film "Hit Man" is a 2024 romantic action comedy directed by Richard Linklater and co-written by Glen Powell, who also stars in the film. The story is loosely based on a true-life article by Skip Hollandsworth. The film follows Gary Johnson, a philosophy professor …

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Volume VII: Bludgeoned by a Werewolf (The Defiance Wolfman w/ Ron Murphy) 22:50

2M ago22:50

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In the 1970s, the quiet town of Defiance, Ohio would play host to one of the most bizarre cryptid encounters of all time. With ties to modern day Dogman sightings and ancient Scottish lore, learn the truth behind the tale of the man who found himself Bludgeoned by a Werewolf. Featuring Ron Murphy. Question, comment or suggestion for the show? Email…

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05.04.24 (MP3): Big To-Do Attack Episode, EVs VS Pedestrians, Electric Bikes VS NYC Traffic, Politicos VS Your Hobbies & Tech, UAW VS Mercedes, US Congress VS Chinese Slave Parts on BMW, Jag & VWs, Texas ... 1:08:49

3M ago1:08:49

1:08:49

So much episodery coming… This one’s a deusie - everything that’s going on to mess with your gearhead and geek existence. From GM torpedoing the Malibu to Kalifornistan blowing up your right to roam, it’s in there. Remember, just because you don’t care about politics doesn’t mean politicians don’t want to screw you. There’s some good stuff to be he…

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05.04.24: Big To-Do Attack Episode, EVs VS Pedestrians, Electric Bikes VS NYC Traffic, Politicos VS Your Hobbies & Tech, UAW VS Mercedes, US Congress VS Chinese Slave Parts on BMW, Jag & VWs, Texas VS ... 1:08:49

3M ago1:08:49

1:08:49

So much episodery coming… This one’s a deusie - everything that’s going on to mess with your gearhead and geek existence. From GM torpedoing the Malibu to Kalifornistan blowing up your right to roam, it’s in there. Remember, just because you don’t care about politics doesn’t mean politicians don’t want to screw you. There’s some good stuff to be he…

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The Paper Chase (1973) Timothy Bottoms, John Houseman, Lindsay Wagner, & John Jay Osborn Jr. 53:16

2M ago53:16

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Book Vs. Movie: The Paper Chase The 1971 Book vs. The 1973 Film In the episode, the Margos discuss the 1971 novel "The Paper Chase" by John Jay Osbourn Jr. and compare it to the 1973 film directed by James Bridges. The story follows James Hart (played by Timothy Bottoms), a first-year law student at Harvard who faces challenges when he clashes with…

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The Bridges of Madison County (1995) Robert James Waller, Clint Eastwood, & Meryl Streep 58:35

2M ago58:35

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Book Vs. Movie: The Bridges of Madison County The 1992 Book vs. The 1995 Film The Margos explore chick-lit and romance in this episode! "The Bridges of Madison County" is a romantic drama that revolves around a short but passionate love affair between Francesca Johnson, a lonely Italian-American housewife, and Robert Kincaid, a wandering National G…

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Volume VI: Here, There Be Gnomes (Feat. Heather Moser) 19:57

2M ago19:57

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They've been around for a very, very long time. They show up in lawns, gardens and, recently, around pretty much every major holiday. They find their roots in ancient Greece, and since their inception, have gained a foothold in societies across the globe. Today we enter the House of Monsters for a meeting with a very strange, very small occupant of…

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"The Hound of the Baskervilles" & "Sherlock" Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Benedict Cumberbatch, & Martin Freeman 1:16:26

3M ago1:16:26

1:16:26

Book Vs. Movie: The Hound of the Baskervilles The 1902 Book vs. The 2012 BBC One Production The Margos are concluding “Mysteries in May” with one of the greatest mystery writers of all time, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, and his most famous creation, Sherlock Holmes. The Hound of the Baskervilles is the third of the four crime novels serialized in The St…

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