Best Thors Hour Of Thunder Podcasts (2024)

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1018: Psycho III 40:36

4d ago40:36

40:36

"You may have a sister in front of you, but Mother is superior." ~ Old Tomato Face improving the script. The next topic in April Showers Month is Psycho IV: The Beginning.

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1017: Psycho II 43:34

11d ago43:34

43:34

Mr. Monopoly and Old Tomato Face pitched a new theme, "April showers". Join us all month long as we cover all the Psycho sequels. Check out the various projects of our pantheon members: Old Tomato Face - Bad For Me, examining movies that supposedly make people cry. Chibi - The BRAND NEW Unidentified Flying Obsession. Lebbi - Gamelink is about video…

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1016: Yes, Madam (1985) 36:11

19d ago36:11

36:11

Original title: Huang jia shi jie. Presented by only Mr. Monopoly (Bad For Me Podcast) and Ellen Smithee (Letterboxd reviews), so you know it is was witty and an easier edit for McFly. This concludes Expendabelles Month! Have no fear, Thor plans to bring it back next March. Join us for April Showers, discussing the Psycho sequels and 1998 remake.…

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1015: Aliens (1986) 53:19

25d ago53:19

53:19

We visit a James Cameron classic and ask a young first-time viewer how it compares to modern Cameron films. For related episodes of the Alien franchise, check out 768: Alien (1979) and 1004: Predator (1987). The Bad For Me tweet ripping off Cameron's ALIEN$ pitch. The next episode will be Yes, Madam (1985).…

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1014: Terminator 2: Judgement Day 1:05:54

1M ago1:05:54

1:05:54

"The unknown future rolls toward us. I face it, for the first time, with a sense of hope. Because if a machine, a Terminator, can learn the value of human life, maybe we can too." ~ Sarah Connor Amazing poster art by Cryssy Cheung. Next week's topic is Aliens (1986). Check out the various projects of our pantheon members: Kool Aid - Cinema Autopsy …

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1013: Zombeavers (2014) 47:57

1M ago47:57

47:57

Poster art is of Pidgeon‘s tattoo. Check out their charity, Out of the Closet, which collects donations of clothing, accessories, and beauty products for transgender/nonbinary/gender nonconforming individuals, serving most of Illinois. Next week's topic is Terminator 2: Judgement Day.

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1012: Supergirl (1984) 55:56

2M ago55:56

55:56

March is Thor's new theme, Expendabelles! Speaking of marches, we definitely discussed how John Williams was not involved in this film. We also reference the TV show, related Warner Brothers properties, and various comic book iterations. The next topic will be Zombeavers (2014).

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1011: The Super (2017) 41:40

2M ago41:40

41:40

NOT the Joe Pesci movie. This concludes VALentines month. Thank you Scarlet Witch for the theme suggestion. Join us in March for Thor's new theme, Expendabelles! We'll be discussing leading ladies, starting with Supergirl (1984).

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1010: Top Gun (1986) 47:06

2M ago47:06

47:06

The gang took it to the DANGER ZONE! We reference the time Thor and Laurence discussed movies in which the theme songs are better than the movies they were written for. Coincidentally they both picked Val Kilmer movies, and the conversation can be found at Tequila Sunrise, episodes 25-27. The last topic in VALentines coverage will be The Super (201…

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1009: The Adventures of the Wilderness Family 40:33

2M ago40:33

40:33

This week we are honoring the birthdays of Grandma Thor and Ivy's Mom with The Adventures of the Wilderness Family. Next week we resume our month of Val Kilmer coverage with Top Gun (1986). In the meantime you can check out Ellen Smithee's review of Willow.

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1008: Real Genius (1985) 52:21

2M ago52:21

52:21

Scarlett Witch came up with the great theme of VALentines, which is a month showcasing Val Kilmer films. You can check out previous Val Kilmer topics in episodes 956 through 960. The next topic will be The Adventures of the Wilderness Family (1975), which is not a Val Kilmer film but still just as special.…

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1007: Encino Man (1992) 38:54

3M ago38:54

38:54

Busty St. Claire and Hootie McBoob are back to discuss Cave Nugs and Himbos. Check out our friends below for more Brendan Fraser content: Films at First Sight: George of the Jungle Bad For Me: The Whale Coming up next time, we kick off VALentines Month with Real Genius (1985).

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1006: The Great Muppet Caper (1981) 52:05

3M ago52:05

52:05

Starring two very different looking guys playing identical twins... no, not that movie. If you love The Muppets, check out our recent live video performance of The Muppet Christmas Carol on YouTube. The next topic will be Encino Man (1992).

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1005: Aguirre, the Wrath of God (1972) 41:01

3M ago41:01

41:01

Original title: Aguirre, der Zorn Gottes. Not Awkwafina, as Thor's Ask Jeeves searches kept suggesting. The next topic will be The Great Muppet Caper (1981).

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1004: Predator (1987) 57:28

3M ago57:28

57:28

"GET TO THE HUBSCHRAUBER!" The next topic will be Aguirre, the Wrath of God (1972).

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1003: Batman: Mask of the Phantasm (1993) 44:23

4M ago44:23

44:23

"Vengeance blackens the soul, Bruce. I've always feared that you would become that which you fought against. You walk the edge of that abyss every night, but you haven't fallen in and I thank heaven for that." The next topic will be Predator (1987).

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1002: RoboCop (1987) 52:05

4M ago52:05

52:05

"Dead or alive, you're coming with me!"

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1001: Fargo (1996) 50:33

4M ago50:33

50:33

Photo is of Mr. Monopoly's Coen Brothers bow ties. If you liked this movie, you may like 162: In Bruges (2008).

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1000: Exorcist II: The Heretic (1977) 1:20:01

4M ago1:20:01

1:20:01

They said it couldn't be done. They said it shouldn't be done. But Thor didn't listen to the advice of our two lawyers and made 1000 episodes anyway. This episode starts out with us discussing the special milestone, and we jump into Exorcist II at 29:06.

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BONUS: Live Radio Play on YouTube 2:28

4M ago2:28

2:28

Long before Thor's Hour of Thunder existed as a podcast, the gang performed radio dramas live on college radio. With many new friends collected over a decade, the pantheon performed another LIVE reading. Here is a preview of the madness, and the entire performance of The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992) can be found on YouTube. Old Radio Plays, with s…

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999: Thor’s Thousand Thunders 1:04:59

5M ago1:04:59

1:04:59

We got 999 problems, but an editor ain’t one. McFly made this clip show from over 10 years of nonsense and Scarlet Witch designed the artwork. McFly's Best of Archive, including the radio plays. Here's a list of all topics covered so far. Reach out if you'd like to listen to a classic episode. The next traditional topic will be Exorcist II: The Her…

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998: The X-Files: Season 6, Episode 2 40:22

5M ago40:22

40:22

Thank you for listening to Thor's Longest Halloween EVER! We have reached the end of our X-files coverage with Season 6, Episode 2 "Drive". Elon Thrust joined us. Stay tuned for a special surprise from McFly and the pantheon's holiday radio play. The next traditional topic will be Exorcist II: The Heretic (1977).…

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997: The X-Files: Season 4, Episode 2 37:31

5M ago37:31

37:31

The episode discussed is Season 4, Episode 2 "Home". Ballarina Suzy can be found on Cinemondo and Mr. Monopoly hosts Bad For Me. The next AND LAST episode in X-files coverage is Season 6, Episode 2 "Drive".

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996: The X-Files: Season 6, Episode 3 29:21

5M ago29:21

29:21

The episode discussed is Season Season 6, Episode 3 "Triangle". Lotta joins us as a first-time guest. The next episode in X-files coverage is Season 4, Episode 2 "Home".

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995: The X-Files: Season 1, Episode 13 39:25

5M ago39:25

39:25

The episode discussed is Season 1, Episode 13 "Beyond the Sea". Thank you to Brittney for writing in and suggesting this topic! If you want to pick an upcoming topic, e-mail us at hourofthunder@gmail.com. The next episode in X-files coverage is Season 6, Episode 3 "Triangle".

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994: The X-Files: Season 7, Episode 3 48:35

6M ago48:35

48:35

The episode discussed is Season 7, Episode 3 "Hungry". Special appearance by Caitlin, host of Plug It Up. Check out Plug It Up's first Live Discussion from Nightmare Weekend 2023 (hosted by Galaxy Con). Ballarina Suzy can be found on Cinemondo and Mr. Monopoly hosts Bad For Me. The next episode in X-files coverage is Season 1, Episode 13 "Beyond th…

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Tequila Sunrise Halloween Special 1:01:04

6M ago1:01:04

1:01:04

A fun hour of music and trivia, perfect for all fans of Halloween. This episode is from McFly's (mostly) 70s rock music podcast Tequila Sunrise and is family friendly because Thor isn't present.

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993: The X-Files: Season 3, Episode 4 42:33

6M ago42:33

42:33

The episode discussed is Season 3, Episode 4 "Clyde Bruckman's Final Repose". Special appearance by Bestselling Author and co-founder of Go Fug Yourself, Jessica Morgan. The next episode in X-files coverage is Season 7, Episode 3 "Hungry".

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992: The X-Files: Season 3, Episode 20 42:29

6M ago42:29

42:29

The episode discussed is Season 3, Episode 20 "Jose Chung's from Outer Space". Doctrette of Horror graced us with her presence and Mr. Monopoly hosts Bad For Me. Since this was recorded on Friday the 13th, there's an in-depth ranking of the films. The next episode in X-files coverage is Season 3, Episode 4 "Clyde Bruckman's Final Repose".…

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991: The X-Files: Season 1, Episode 3 49:28

6M ago49:28

49:28

The episode discussed is Season 1, Episode 3 "Squeeze". Also heavily referrenced is the sequel story "Tooms" (Season 1, Episode 21). Artwork by Mike Mahle. Just like the villain in this epiode, Lawrence of Arabia is back from his 30-year slumber, and he brought us a children's book adaptation of "Squeeze". If you live near Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, y…

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Short Review: The X-Files: Season 4, Episode 7 2:35

7M ago2:35

2:35

Thor briefly shares his thoughts about the X-Files episode from Season 4, Episode 7 "Musings of a Cigarette Smoking Man". The next X-files topic is Season 1, Episode 3 "Squeeze".

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990: The Springfield Files (1997 Episode) 35:34

7M ago35:34

35:34

The X-Files topic discussed is the Simpsons episode "The Springfield Files" from Season 8, Episode 10. Next week's episode will be a repost of Alien (1979).

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989: The X-Files: Fight The Future (1998 Movie) 1:17:21

7M ago1:17:21

1:17:21

Photo taken by McFly. Scarlett Witch found the amazing website called EatTheCorn that explains everything in the movie. You can find everything from the connection between The Colonists and The Syndicate, the break down of the bees and black ink, and in depth research of anything X-Files. The next topic in X-files coverage is the 1997 Simpsons cros…

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988: The X-Files: Season 5, Episode 5 50:49

7M ago50:49

50:49

The episode discussed is Season 5, Episode 5 "Post-Modern Prometheus". An article from Scarlet Witch that highlights the problematic themes of the episode. The next topic in X-files coverage is the 1998 Movie "Fight The Future".

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987: The X-Files: Season 5, Episode 12 52:59

8M ago52:59

52:59

The episode discussed is Season 5, Episode 12 "Bad Blood". Safety Dance and Chibi guest host! Cover photo is Safty Dance's very good dog. The next episode in X-files coverage is Season 5, Episode 5 "Post-Modern Prometheus".

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PIU: The X-Files: Season 6, Episode 7 1:05:45

8M ago1:05:45

1:05:45

September is here and it's time for Thor's Long Halloween! This year we are discussing X-Files episodes through the end of October. Our friends at Plug It Up generously let us post their insightful conversation about the monstrous motherhood themes in the episode "Terms of Endearment" from Season 6, episode 7. You can find all of the ways to listen…

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986: The Last Dinosaur (1977) 51:57

8M ago51:57

51:57

Jayson can be found at LV426 Degrees of Alien and Triassic Park. His favorite quote from the movie and all of cinema is "Your perfume smells like gun oil and I keep wondering what your mouth tastes like." Ballarina Suzy can be found on Cinemondo and Mr. Monopoly & Old Tomato Face host Bad For Me. That concludes Dinosaur Month! Thor's Long Halloween…

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985: Tammy and the T-Rex (R Rated Cut) 55:26

8M ago55:26

55:26

Doctrette of Horror is back with another horror pick! Old Tomato Face cohosts Bad For Me, and the song at the beginning is from the Fly Fly Triceratops Band!

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984: Denver, the Last Dinosaur (1988) 36:25

8M ago36:25

36:25

We discuss the first two episodes of 1988's Denver, the Last Dinosaur, and all of our other favorite kid's tv theme songs.

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983: Jurassic Park (1993) 1:05:39

9M ago1:05:39

1:05:39

Life, uh... finds a way Check out the Fly Fly Triceratops Band! Also the amazing Jurassic Park trailor by SeaBeastPuppetry that Busty St. Claire wrote and directed.

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982: Prehysteria! (1993) 33:26

9M ago33:26

33:26

We begin dinosaur month with a 1993 film that did very well in VHS rentals... no, not that one.

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BONUS: Inside View of the 2023 Media Strikes 50:28

9M ago50:28

50:28

Old friend of podcast, Emily, shares an insider view of the 2023 Media Strikes (as of 07/31/23) and answers our questions to the best of her knowledge. Below are Emily's trusted resources that you can follow for updates. https://entertainmentcommunity.org/ OnTikTok: @thatclarafied @michaeljaminwriter @adamconover…

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981: 2020s Nic Cage Movies 49:00

9M ago49:00

49:00

We finish discussing Nic Cage movies through July 2023 and list our top 5 across all years. If you wish to see the final results, they have been posted here. August's theme with be Dinosaur films, and Thor's Long Halloween (September & October) will be all X-Files Episodes. If you want to make a request for these months, or leave us a note in gener…

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980: 2010s Nic Cage Movies 1:08:57

9M ago1:08:57

1:08:57

Full reviews of 2010s Nic Cage movies in chronological order can be found below: 2017 - Mom & Dad. Our friends at Plug It Up graciously let us post their episode. 2018 - Episode 640: Spider-Man Into the Spider-verse. August's theme with be Dinosaur films, and Thor's Long Halloween (September & October) will be all X-Files Episodes. If you want to m…

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979: 2000s Nic Cage Movies 55:12

9M ago55:12

55:12

Full reviews of 2000s Nic Cage movies in chronological order can be found below: 2004 - Episode 952: National Treasure 2007 - Episode 845: Ghost Rider 2007 - Episode 827: Next

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978: 1990s Nic Cage Movies 38:59

9M ago38:59

38:59

Ellen Smithee's Letterboxd reviews can be found here. Our ridiculous attempt of Face/Off and many more radio plays can be found here.

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977: 1980s Nic Cage Movies 35:35

9M ago35:35

35:35

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PIU: Mom and Dad 56:10

10M ago56:10

56:10

Thor lost our recording of the Nic Cage film, Mom and Dad. Our friends at Plug It Up generously let us post their much more insightful conversation. You can find all of the ways to listen to and support Plug It Up here.

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BONUS: Intro to Nic Cage Month 5:36

10M ago5:36

5:36

Get ready for a month of new and classic Nic Cage episodes, including a brand new decades format. Come witness the epic collaboration of ideas, not unlike The Spice Girls or Tenacious D. Listen to us discuss Scarlet Witch's favorite Nic Cage film with ample insite into historical Phildaelphia, in Episode 952: National Treasure. Also experience a lo…

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976: Love Simon (2018) 57:24

10M ago57:24

57:24

Listen to, follow, and support Double Identity Band here: https://www.flowcode.com/page/doubleidentityband Old Tomato Face cohosts Bad For Me.

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