Best Thors Hour Of Thunder Podcasts (2024)

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1034: 2024 Olympic Opening Ceremonies 1:35:40

2h ago1:35:40

1:35:40

If you want to play along at home while we discuss the various countries' entrance uniforms, here is The Cut article we reference: The Olympic Opening Ceremony Uniforms and Outfits, Ranked. Episode includes results of first few days of games and chat about corporate sponsorships. We also talk about the sport Banana Ball, check out our full episode …

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1033: Shivers (1975) 45:12

3d ago45:12

45:12

Shivers, also known as The Parasite Murders, They Came from Within, and, for Canadian distribution in French, Frissons. Editor of this film, Patrick Dodd, also worked on 913: Johnny Mnemonic. Mr. Monopoly has a book of hoaky Canadian radio plays that Cronenberg adapted for television. E-mail hourofthunder@gmail.com if you want us to do a reading of…

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1032: Happy Birthday to Me (1981) 37:24

4h ago37:24

37:24

It's Canada Month and Thor's birthday week. Doctrette of Horror coincidentally picked the film Happy Birthday to Me, but the calendar event made some people think it was a Zoom birthday party for Thor. The conversation went exactly as you'd expect. End song by Riyandi Kusuma. Mr. Monopoly wrote a Bloody Good Horror article about the film. The next …

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1031: Meatballs (1979) 45:55

7d ago45:55

45:55

This movie had the same composer as 953: Oscar, 1022: Trading Places, & 1026: Wild Wild West. Next week's Canadian produced topic is Happy Birthday to Me (1981).

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1030: The Care Bears Movie (1985) 45:32

20d ago45:32

45:32

Double Identity is back to share kindness like sprinkles. The band taps into the nostalgia of distorted 2000’s pop rock guitars and sugarcoats it with confident and catchy vocal melodies, accumulating in a genre fans have affectionately dubbed “Disney pop-punk.” ---------------------------------------------- Also discussed in this epiosde was 746: …

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1029: FUBAR (2002) 52:50

13d ago52:50

52:50

🎵 Oh Canada.... month... 🎵 We kick off our newest theme and I hope you poured yourself a Bloody Caesar or Double-Double. Lebbi joined from the GameLink Podcast. Old Tomato Face breaks down the scene locations of downtown Calgary. Other films produced in Canada that we reference: 718: Cool Runnings and 904: The Lighthouse. Next week's topic is The C…

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1028: Young Guns (1988) 36:15

20d ago36:15

36:15

We conclude Cowpoke Month with new pantheon member, Bob The Girl. July will be all Canadian films, starting with FUBAR (2002). Looking for more content? We are continuously backfilling our library with classics such as our Hunter S. Thompson 3-part conversation (226-228) and Tom Hanksgiving (729-734). If you want to check out the full list of topic…

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1027: The Quick and the Dead (1995) 41:06

30d ago41:06

41:06

Stuart Wellington of The Flop House Podcast joined this week. They discuss bad movies, while Mr. Monopoly co-hosts the sad movie podcast, Bad For Me. The final topic of cowboy month will be Young Guns (1988).

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1026: Wild Wild West (1999) 51:48

2M ago51:48

51:48

This movie has the combined writing staff of Predator and Land Before Time. The final question was a lengthy discussion about favorite songs written for a movie. If you're looking for the time we discussed movie songs BETTER than the movies they were written for, it can be found in episodes 25 - 27 of Tequila Sunrise. Next week a very special guest…

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1025: El Topo (1970) 37:59

1M ago37:59

37:59

YEE-HAW, it's coybow month! We compare this film to 227: Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas. Check out another cowboy film we covered, 957: Tombstone (1993) The next cowboy topic is Wild Wild West (1999).

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1024: THOR CON & Rocky (1976) 29:31

2M ago29:31

29:31

We conclude our Philadelphia-themed month, "City of Brotherly Shove", with the quintesential Philly movie. After years of Thor teasing a potential in-person gathering, over a dozen people met up over a weekend to explore: the most historic square mile in the US, one of America’s largest and oldest public markets, America's first zoo, The Mütter Mus…

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1023: Fallen (1998) 51:09

2M ago51:09

51:09

It's Philly-ish Month and here's Old Tomato Face's review of the episode: "We barely talked about Philly. We barely talked about the movie. We did talk about old radio serials and not the one you're thinking of." The next episode will be a very special recording from THOR CON Philadelphia, featuring Rocky (1976).…

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1022: Trading Places (1983) 42:30

2M ago42:30

42:30

In most cities, this podcast is worthless. But in Philadelphia, it's worth 50 bucks. Scarlet Witch answers many questions about Philly commodities and historical locations in this episode. The next topic in City of Brotherly Shove Month is Fallen (1998).

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1021: Blow Out (1981) 42:43

3M ago42:43

42:43

Here's the Movie Tourist Article Scarlet Witch found, discussing Philadelphia locations in chronological order. We reference episode 734 - The Bonfire of the Vanities, which had the same director. The next Philly Philm will be Trading Places (1983).

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BONUS: Intro to Philadelphia Month 8:18

2M ago8:18

8:18

Thor's newest themed month is "City of Brotherly Shove", a play on Philadelphia's motto City of Brotherly Love, but capturing the reality of the dangerously passionate sports fans. Poster art is of Gritty dressed as Loki. You can get in the Philly spirit with these previous topics: 787: The Blob, 822: 1776, 952: National Treasure, and 971: 12 Monke…

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1020: Psycho (1998) 50:36

3M ago50:36

50:36

Poster art is of Thor, who decided to dress in clothing that was as antiquated of 2024 as the costumes in Psycho (1998) were for 1998. Mr. Monopoly has finally appeared for the themed month he picked. Thor makes him recap the Psycho films he missed, and Mr. Monopoly was not prepared. Join us next month for City of Brotherly Shove, featuring films s…

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1019: Psycho IV: The Beginning 36:32

3M ago36:32

36:32

New pantheon member Pockets had never seen any Psycho films and watched about half of this one. Find out if she enjoyed it. Henry Thomas was in this film, and if you'd like to explore a supposedly sad film starring him, check out the time McFly appeared on Bad For Me. Join us next time as we complete April Showers with Psycho (1998).…

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1018: Psycho III 40:36

3M 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

4M 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

4M 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

4M ago53:19

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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

5M 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

5M 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

5M 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

5M 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

5M 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

6M 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

6M 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

6M 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

6M 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

7M 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

7M 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

7M 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

7M ago52:05

52:05

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

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1001: Fargo (1996) 50:33

8M 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

8M 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

8M 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

8M 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

8M 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

9M 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

9M 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

9M 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

9M 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

9M 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

9M 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

10M 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

10M 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

10M 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

10M 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

11M 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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