Best Wez Podcasts (2024)

1
Cliffhanger 1:35:28

3h ago1:35:28

1:35:28

Send us a text This week we watched Sylvester Stallone's 1993 climby action thriller, Cliffhanger. Yes the villains are over the top and their decision making leaves something to be desired. Yes our heroes choices also come into question, but Cliffhanger remains a fun ride. So join us as we discuss the highs and lows of this film.…

1
Ep. 79: The Culinary Curiosities of Roxanne and a Voi•ãge Giveaway 1:05:50

8h ago1:05:50

1:05:50

Roxanne was born from the experimental mind of Chef Alexandra Holt. Instead of taming her brain and fitting her ideas into stiff boxes of expectation, she embraced her provocative culinary vision to create dishes that have stirred our city’s food scene. The opening of her new space is imminent, and in this episode she tells Delicious City about why…

1
The Faculty 1:36:22

7d ago1:36:22

1:36:22

Send us a text Does it hold up? Episode 178 of the Hey You Guys Podcast is here, and this week, Liam and Rob look back at Robert Rodriguez's homage to Invasion of the Body Snatchers and The Breakfast Club, 1998's, The Faculty. Just how awesome is the cast? Just how much Tommy Hilfiger is there? What of Josh Hartnett's inexplicable barnet? Does the …

1
Ep. 78: An Oyster Surprise with Gary McCready 37:50

22h ago37:50

37:50

Chef Eli is out this episode...again, BUT he set up a succulent surprise for Marisa and Dave. Get ready for some serious oyster ASMR… Plus shucking tips, best bar bites, and we warm up our pipes for karaoke! (03:18) Our producer Sara reveals that Eli’s got a tasty surprise guest lined up: we're talking about Oyster House's own G-Shucks, aka Gary Mc…

1
Mind Games with 2x World Champion and Olympic Silver Medalist Annie Vernon 36:59

4d ago36:59

36:59

Send us a Text Message. Annie Vernon is the daughter of a Cornish farmer who became a double world champion and an Olympic Silver medalist in that toughest of all sports - rowing. Annie then wrote an award winning book Mind Games - subtitled determination, doubt and lucky socks: an inside his guide to the psychology of elite athletes. You can buy M…

1
Time Bandits 1:25:42

14d ago1:25:42

1:25:42

Send us a text Episode 177 of the Hey You Guys Podcast is here, and this week, Liam and Rob look back at Terry Gilliam's dark fantasy.....kids (!?) movie, 1981's, Time Bandits. Does the ending get darker as you get older? Does it have one of the best supporting casts of the 80s? Is David Rapparport the real star of the movie? Is Dream Away by Georg…

1
Ep. 77: Midnight Pasta with Natalia Lepore Hagan 59:58

5h ago59:58

59:58

The only thing that could bring people together more than a big plate of pasta is learning to make the pasta by hand. Our guest today, Natalia Lepore Hagan, can teach you how to do just that at her Midnight Pasta classes - think less “cooking school” and more “fun-loving dinner party” - booze optional! We also talk about what’s in our refrigerators…

1
Speed 1:34:25

20d ago1:34:25

1:34:25

Send us a text Episode 176 is here, and we have finally covered Jan de Bont's, 1994 action movie classic, Speed. Is it as good as we all remember? Is the final act as stupid as it was in 1994? What of Keanu and Sandra? Are they still cooking 30 years later? Check out the link in the bio to find out.By Liam and Wez

1
Ep. 76: Dave’s Buffet Tips and the QR Code Menu Debate 43:06

21h ago43:06

43:06

Summer is for tomatoes, picnics, and happy hours. This episode is full of insider tips on new spots and classic faves, and we’re giving you all the delicious details. Plus: Wit Wez returns with a gripe from Dave- let us know on Instagram if you agree… Now let’s dive in! (00:00) Marisa’s on vaca this time, but she’ll be back next week! In the meanti…

1
Top Running Tips from New Running Coaches 10:54

2d ago10:54

10:54

Send us a Text Message. I’ve recently, along with 11 others, passed the England Athletics Coach in Running Fitness Course This involved an initial weekend in Taunton followed by a couple of Zoom lead sessions before returning to Taunton almost 3 months later for a final assessment. In between the first and last session we had to work with an athlet…

1
Twins 1:09:00

28d ago1:09:00

1:09:00

Send us a text This week Rob and Liam discuss possibly Arnold's best film with Ivan Reitman. Are Arnie and Devito believable as long lost twin brothers, does the pseudo science make sense? Would you accept being called mamma by two grown ass men? These and many more questions asked on this weeks episode.…

1
Ep. 75: An Italian Sausage Kingpin and His Mexi-Korean Best Bite 52:27

8d ago52:27

52:27

Fact: There’s no shortage of great places for a sandwich around Philly. However, Rocco’s Italian Sausages [Yup, the ones by the Home Depot] goes over the top. We're talking eggs and steak, jerk chicken, sweet and hot sausage, and vegetarian options, too! And we have one of the OGs in studio today, Dan Winter, who's going to tell us how he expanded …

1
Fuelling to Plague Success with Andy Williams 36:45

8d ago36:45

36:45

Send us a Text Message. Regular contributor to this podcast, Andy Williams had a fantastic run at the Roseland August Trails (RAT) completing the extraordinarily tough 100 km /64 mile event known as the Plague in 17:31:52 The Plague starts at the Porthpean near St Austell race HQ at 12:05am on the Saturday morning and takes the runners 32 miles dow…

1
Black RAT - DNF! 29:12

19d ago29:12

29:12

Send us a Text Message. Saturday August 3rd - The Black RAT (Roseland August Trail) - 32 miles from St Anthonys Head to Porthpean. I pulled at the 21 mile checkpoint at Gorran Haven. Not injured. Just not able to go on. What happened? Nutrition - did I eat enough and of the right things at the right time? - maybe not. Hydration - did I get that wro…

1
Shane Benzie - Running Coach and Movement Specialist 49:58

23d ago49:58

49:58

Send us a Text Message. Shane Benzie is a Running Coach and Movement Specialist described by his client Damien Hall as 'the Indiana Jones of the Running World' Shane has travelled the globe working with, filming and analysing the movements of not just runners but indigenous people and tribes who still move in the way that humans were ultimately des…

1
Grosse Pointe Blank 1:09:44

1M ago1:09:44

1:09:44

Send us a text The latest Hey You Guys Podcast is here, and this week, Liam and Rob look back at 90s black comedy classic, Grosse Pointe Blank. Is this the most Cusack movie of all time? Is the soundtrack one of the decade's finest? Just how lovely is Minnie Driver? Does it hold up though, or does the movie feel a tad too 90s in 2024? We discuss vi…

1
Ep. 74: The Bear Breakdown, and Eli’s Confession 51:41

15d ago51:41

51:41

Yes, Chef! We binged Season 3 of the Bear and we’re going over the highlights, the myths and the Easter eggs on the show. Plus: everything we’ve been eating this week, and a deep, dark, and crunchy confession from Eli. (00:00) Dave isn’t here this week, so our producer Sara - and Marisa’s fellow DJ at WMMR - is stepping in (04:27) Where in the worl…

1
Over The Top 1:26:41

1M ago1:26:41

1:26:41

Send us a text Join Rob and Liam as this week we discuss the 1987 "classic" Over The Top. The most Cannon of Cannon films, the most ridiculous sport you could possibly make a movie about. But is Over The Top about arm wrestling or is this your classic father and son bonding movie. With a tyrannical grandfather who won't let anything stand in his wa…

1
Ep 73: Behind the Scenes - Opening of Provenance with Chef Nich Bazik 59:30

1M ago59:30

59:30

Chef Nicholas Bazik has worked his magic all over Philly for nearly two decades, and now his most exciting concept yet is bringing French flair to Headhouse Square. We talk culinary technique, the pain and pride of opening a restaurant, and why Paris vibes will never go out of style. 00:00 Eli tells us about a signature black and white pasta dish t…

1
The Blob 1:20:07

2M ago1:20:07

1:20:07

Send us a text Episode 172 is here, and this week, Liam and Rob look back at cult horror remake, The Blob. Does it still hold up? Is it secretly one of the best horror movies of the 80s? Just how bad is Kevin Dilllon's hair? And most importantly...what is the best kill? We discuss via the link in the bio.…

1
Ep. 72: Hot Dogs, Dumplings and Banana Ketchup 1:03:12

1M ago1:03:12

1:03:12

Eli, Marisa and Dave have been eating around Philly a ton this week, so there’s lots of tips and treats in this episode. Tag us on Instagram and Facebook to let us know where you’ve been eating. (00:00) What happens when you leave cabbage in the oven for 8 hours? Chef Eli has the answer (07:32) We’re getting caught up on season 3 of The Bear, and y…

1
Die Hard with a Vengeance 1:20:43

2M ago1:20:43

1:20:43

Send us a text Episode 171 of the Hey You Guys Podcast is here, and this week, Liam and Rob look back at what secretly might be one of the best action sequels of all time. 1995's, Die Hard with a Vengeance might not match the utter brilliance of the original, but for an hour, man, it sure does come close. The second half does have a wobble, but tha…

1
Ep. 71: Ethiopian Fried Chicken with Mebruka Kane of Doro Bet 1:09:05

2M ago1:09:05

1:09:05

This episode is full of crunchy chicken ASMR. This isn’t your typical fried chicken fare - it’s even more finger-lickin’ good, found in the heart of West Philly. We’ve got an exciting lineup of Best Bites, and a ton of events and pop-ups to fill your calendar. (00:00) Dave took a trip to the Fancy Food Expo, and Philly was well represented! (04:59)…

1
West Highland Way - what happened? 47:38

2M ago47:38

47:38

Send us a Text Message. On this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast Colin Bathe returns to tell us how he got on in the 2024 West Highland Way Race On episode 148 we heard all about Colin's preparation - and Colin is a meticulous race planner. During the event Colin and Becca, who was one of his crew and his second half pacer, recorded snippets. F…

1
Spaceballs 1:12:44

2M ago1:12:44

1:12:44

Send us a text Episode 170 is here, and this week, Liam and Rob look back at the surprisingly timeless, Spaceballs. While comedies often age poorly compared to other movie genres, due to (most of) its references remaining as relevant today as they were in 1987, Mel Brooks' classic Star Wars spoof proves surprisingly enjoyable nearly 40 years after …

1
Ep. 70: Fiore's Philly Summer Dining Tips 52:44

2M ago52:44

52:44

Welcome to Week 2 of weekly episodes! Every Monday you’ll be getting Delicious City wherever you get your podcasts, so make sure you subscribe for all the good stuff - and this week, it’s REAL good. We catch up with our friends Justine McNeil and Ed Crochet from Fiore, who dish out pro tips for Philly summer dining, Ed gives up his secret to an ind…

1
Young Guns 1:10:02

2M ago1:10:02

1:10:02

Send us a Text Message. Episode 169 of the Hey You Guys Podcast is here, and this week, Liam, Rob, and special guest, Dave take a look back at the MTV-inspired take on the classic western, 1988's, Young Guns. Is it a Brat Pack movie? Is Emilio Estevez awesome or annoying? Do any of the action sequences make any sense? How good is the hair in this m…

1
Ep. 69: Life-Changing Pastries with Robert Toland, Baking Master Winner 55:20

2M ago55:20

55:20

BIG NEWS, Delicious City fam: we’re going weekly! You’ll hear about what we’ve been chewing on, literally and figuratively, every single week. Best Bites, Food News, and conversations with the movers and shakers in Philadelphia - it’s all here. These episodes will get delivered to this feed every Monday, so smash that SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW button if you…

1
5 Memorable Athletics Moments with Tom Knight plus Smugglers Scuttle 2024 59:26

2M ago59:26

59:26

Send us a Text Message. As an athletics correspondent for Running Magazine (the forerunner of Runners World), the Daily Telegraph and as a freelance Tom Knight covered 7 Summer Olympics and several World Athletic Championships In that time Tom witnessed some amazing athletic feats that were controversial, inspirational, unbelievable For this episod…

1
Hudson Hawk 1:11:50

3M ago1:11:50

1:11:50

Send us a text Episode 168 of the Hey You Guys Podcast is here, and boy oh boy, did this week's movie ever illicit a strong reaction. Is 1991, Hudson Hawk the ultimate Marmite movie, or is it just a really (REALLY) bad movie that some cinematic masochists enjoy for reasons most folk will simply never understand. We discuss via the link in the bio.…

1
Conan the Barbarian 1:15:42

3M ago1:15:42

1:15:42

Send us a text Episode 167 is here, and this week, Liam and Rob look back at Arnold Schwarzenegger's break out role, 1982's, Conan the Barbarian? Is this one of Schwarzenegger's best performances? Will we ever get the sequel we want? Oh, and just how far do Conan and Subotai actually run together? All of this is discussed (and much more), on this w…

1
Ep. 68: Savoring the Summer (with TWO Giveaways) 1:15:22

2M ago1:15:22

1:15:22

Summer has arrived, which means al fresco dining, festivals everywhere you turn, and the weekly tradition of SIPS in Center City. Eli, Marisa and Dave dive into their warm weather favorites, debut a new segment, and have not one, but two tasty prizes that you could win. 00:00:00 Chewy vs. crunchy cookies: which team are you? 00:01:17 Dave is back! …

1
Preparing for the West Highland Way with Colin Bathe 24:34

2M ago24:34

24:34

Send us a Text Message. On this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast I'm talking to Colin Bathe as he is busy preparing for the West Highland Way Race The West Highland Way Race gets underway at 1am on Sunday June 22nd starting from Milngavie which his about 10 miles north of Glasgow. The 95 mile route with 15,000 feet of elevation makes it way to …

1
Cyborg 1:20:03

3M ago1:20:03

1:20:03

Send us a text Episode 166 of the Hey You Guys Podcast is here, and this week, Liam and Rob look back at, what can only be described as a brilliantly bad film. Make no mistake, Cyborg wasn't good in 1989, and it's not good now.....but is it still fun? Despite its many issues, Jean-Claude Van Damme's dystopian sci-fi actioner was always a great watc…

1
The Hunt for Red October 1:30:18

3M ago1:30:18

1:30:18

Send us a text Episode 165 is here, and this week, Liam and Rob look back at John McTiernan's, 1990 political thriller, The Hunt for Red October. Is this a Jack Ryan movie or a Marko Ramius movie? Does it get a tad boring around the second act? Does any director have a bigger disparity between their best movie and their worst? I mean, it's hard to …

1
Ep. 67: Philly Beer Week Shenanigans with Varga Bar's Rich Colli and To Go Cocktail Memories 1:27:53

3M ago1:27:53

1:27:53

Beer lovers, belly up to the newest episode of Delicious City and pour yourself a pint. Rich Colli is in studio to talk about all the brewers from Philadelphia and beyond who are not only quenching your thirst, but throwing some of the most ridiculously fun parties in the city. From sours to stouts, we cover it all. (00:00:00) Hat chat and Phillies…

1
Ferris Bueller's Day Off 1:17:49

3M ago1:17:49

1:17:49

Send us a text The latest Hey You Guys Podcast is here, and this week, we ask the question - is Ferris Bueller a dick? Oh, and, y'know. does the movie still hold up and stuff?By Liam and Wez

1
The Untouchables 1:15:09

4M ago1:15:09

1:15:09

Send us a text The latest Hey You Guys Podcast is here, and this week, as the second part of our Chicago season of podcasts, we look back at Brian De Palma's 1987 crime thriller classic, The Untouchables. With an all star cast, a fantastic score, a wonderful director, and even suits made by Georgio Armani, this is a movie that truly had it all.....…

1
Ep. 66 Liz Grothe of Couch Cafe is Fearlessly Silly and Talks Her Scampi Journey 1:32:40

3M ago1:32:40

1:32:40

With Memorial Day Weekend fast approaching, the Delicious City gang have scoured the internet (i.e. we polled our followers) for the best beach experiences that’ll turn a typical holiday weekend into a legendary party. We’ve got the info for you, plus the scoop on the new restaurant from the mind of Liz Grothe, self-described “fearlessly silly” Phi…

1
Next of Kin 1:21:46

4M ago1:21:46

1:21:46

Send us a text Episode 162 is here, and this week we look back at a movie with one of the best casts of the 80s....oddly, it's also a movie that many will not have seen, or even heard of for that matter. Which is a shame of course as, despite its faults, this hillbillies vs mobsters flick is a lot of fun with Liam Neeson giving a particularly eye c…

1
Scilly60, 60% and Tide Race with Wez Swain 41:49

4M ago41:49

41:49

Send us a Text Message. On this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast I'm talking to Wez Swain In 2023 Wez had an idea that became the Scilly60 A 60km race that takes in the five inhabited islands of the Isles of Scilly 75 places were available and 65 runners started with 24 finishing. If you missed the cut out you missed the boat to the next start …

1
Romancing the Stone 1:14:06

4M ago1:14:06

1:14:06

Send us a text Episode 161 is ready to download, and this week, Liam and Rod disagree on just about everything. Whether it be Michael Douglas' status as a movie star, his chemistry with Kathleen Turner and, well, just about everything else that we discuss as we look back at Robert Zemeckis' 1984, romantic adventure movie, Romancing the Stone. Link …

1
Ep 65: Josh Eats Philly talks Tacos, Brunch and Social Media 1:17:13

4M ago1:17:13

1:17:13

Heads up, Delicious City fam: due to some technical difficulties, this episode may sound a bit different. We’ll be back to normal next time, and no, we do not have drunken lisps in real life. Head to our Instagram @deliciouscitypodcast for videos from the studio (that all sound normal!). Speaking of Instagram, one of Philadelphia’s original foodie …

1
The ARC and UTMB with Fergy 38:59

4M ago38:59

38:59

Send us a Text Message. On this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast I'm talking to Fergy - who is now the Event Director of Arc of Attrition by UTMB - about the Arc of Attrition, how it started and how it’s going to look as part of the UTMB World Series. There has been a tremendous amount of chatter on social media since the announcement that UTMB…

1
Sub 3 Hour Marathon with Mark Roby 42:09

4M ago42:09

42:09

Send us a Text Message. On this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast I'm talking to Mark Roby about how he went from struggling to walk because of a back injury to a sub 3 hour marathon in less than 3 years. Mark ran his first London Marathon when he was 23 years old back in 1999 in a time of 4:18 He didn't really run then until he discovered parkr…

1
Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior 1:35:26

4M ago1:35:26

1:35:26

Send us a text Episode 160 is here, and this week, Liam, Rob and special guest, Dave, look back at George Miller's, 1981 dystopian 'future' classic, Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior....or is that just Mad Max 2? Or just The Road Warrior. Perhaps you don't like the '2' and it's simply, Mad Max: The Road Warrior. Whatever your title of choice might be, jo…

1
The Abyss 1:22:17

5M ago1:22:17

1:22:17

Send us a text Episode 159 of the Hey You Guys Podcast is ready to download, and this week, Liam and Rob looked back at James Cameron's, 1989 technical masterpiece, The Abyss. Now, it might not be his most beloved movie, and it's far from his most successful, but one could argue that, in many respects, it's the ultimate James Cameron movie. Does it…

1
Ep. 64 Jen Carroll and Billy Riddle Announce a Philly Food Tour 1:42:44

4M ago1:42:44

1:42:44

Eclipses, earthquakes and eats, oh my! Not even Mother Nature can stop us from trying every bite in the city of Philadelphia. Let’s dive into this jam-packed episode of Delicious City, complete with insider info, a giveaway announcement, and a special discount for listeners The solar eclipse was underwhelming for us here in Philly, but what does NO…

1
Landmark Birthday Run Challenges for St Petrocs with Rachel Thomson 30:26

4M ago30:26

30:26

Send us a Text Message. Landmark Birthday Run Challenges for St Petrocs with Rachel Thomson On this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast I'm talking to Rachel Thomson about four running challenges she has set herself to celebrate a landmark birthday and raise money for St Petrocs, the homeless charity based in Cornwall. You can support Rachel throu…

1
Blind Fury 1:14:32

5M ago1:14:32

1:14:32

Send us a text Episode 158 of the Hey You Guys Podcast is ready to download, and this week, we look back at Rutger Hauer's rarely talked about, Blind Fury. A reinterpretation of the long running Zatoichi series, Blind Fury, while tonally inconsistent, manages to deliver action, laughs an emotion in equal measure, and for all its faults, it's ultima…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Wez Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Quick Reference Guide