Best El Geek Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 728: Empire of the Sun (1987) and Always (1989) 1:17:50

3h ago1:17:50

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This week on the Talk Without Rhythm Podcast I'm filling in some gaps in my viewing of Steven Spielberg's filmography with 1987's Empire of the Sun and 1989's Always. [00:00] INTRO [01:40] Trick or Treat Radio Promo [02:58] RANDOM CONVERSATION [09:27] Empire of the Sun (1987) [47:32] Always (1989) [01:11:33] FEEDBACK [01:14:48] ENDING MUSIC: Smoke …

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#217: ARCS 2:00:12

1h ago2:00:12

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Matt and Jordan are joined by friend-of-the-pod Drew Conley to review inarguably the biggest board game release thus far of 2024: ARCS by Cole Wehrle and Leder Games. 0:00:00 Introduction Cascadero Slay the Spire 0:31:50 Game Review: Arcs Wehrlegig Games Find Drew at https://www.drewconleycomposer.com/ and https://www.youtube.com/@theboardgamecompo…

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Episode 727: The Cheap Detective (1978) and Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery (2022) 1:12:40

2h ago1:12:40

1:12:40

This week on the Talk Without Rhythm Podcast I'm fulfilling a Patreon Pick from TWoRP Legionnaire Tom B. by discussing The Cheap Detective (1978) and Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery (2022). [00:00] INTRO [01:48] CromCast Promo [02:33] RANDOM CONVERSATION [07:13] The Cheap Detective (1978) [33:49] Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery (2022) [01:06:32…

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Episode 726: Wild Palms (1993) and The Thirteenth Floor (1999) 1:42:35

6d ago1:42:35

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This week on the Talk Without Rhythm Podcast I'm fulfilling a Patreon Pick from TWoRP Legionnaire Andy H. Andy selected the 1993 miniseries Wild Palms and I decided to lean into the 90s VR anxiety with 1999's The Thirteenth Floor. [00:00] INTRO [02:03] Projection Booth Promo [03:14] RANDOM CONVERSATION [10:24] Wild Palms (1993) [01:00:36] The Thirt…

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#216: Catching The Wave 1:56:27

15d ago1:56:27

1:56:27

Ben, Trey, and Paul talk about catching the game wave. What happens when you ride it, what happens when you miss it, and what happens when you try to start your own. Plus, plays of Arcs, 1930: The Golden Age of Airlines, and Nucleum: Australia.By Game Brain

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Episode 725: Duel to the Death (1983) and Titus (1999) 1:45:09

14d ago1:45:09

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This week on the Talk Without Rhythm Podcast I'm fulfilling a Patreon Pick from TWoRP Elite Patron Anna P. by discussing 1983's Duel to the Death and 1999's Titus. [00:00] INTRO [01:47] The Good, the Bad, and the Odd promo [02:31] RANDOM CONVERSATION [07:49] Duel to the Death (1983) [40:38] Titus (1999) [01:32:49] FEEDBACK [01:39:09] ENDING MUSIC: …

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Episode 724: The Last Temptation of Christ (1988) and Kundun (1997) 2:00:31

21d ago2:00:31

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This week on the Talk Without Rhythm Podcast I'm fulfilling a Patreon Pick from TWoRP Legionnaire from Thomas F. by diving back into the religious world of Martin Scorsese with 1988's The Last Temptation of Christ and 1997's Kundun. [00:00] INTRO [02:17] Trick or Treat Radio Promo [03:33] RANDOM CONVERSATION [14:58] The Last Temptation of Christ (1…

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Episode 723: What's Up, Doc? (1972) and Barry Lyndon (1975) 1:52:41

1M ago1:52:41

1:52:41

This week on the Talk Without Rhythm Podcast I'm fulfilling a Patreon Pick from TWoRP Elite Patron Aron. Aron wished to mark the passing of Ryan O'Neal by selecting 1972's What's Up, Doc? and 1975's Barry Lyndon. [00:00] INTRO [01:59] CromCast Promo [02:43] RANDOM CONVERSATION [20:03] What's Up, Doc? (1972) [52:48] Barry Lyndon (1975) [01:44:36] FE…

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Episode 722: Zulu (1964) and Glory (1989) 2:27:57

1M ago2:27:57

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This week on the Talk Without Rhythm Podcast I'm continuing my series of Patreon Picks with a selection by TWoRP Elite Patron Harper! Together we dive into the world of historical war epics with 1964's Zulu and 1989's Glory. [00:00] INTRO [02:11] Projection Booth Promo [03:21] RANDOM CONVERSATION [15:39] Zulu (1964) [01:23:55] Glory (1989) [02:14:5…

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#215: El Burro 1:09:55

2M ago1:09:55

1:09:55

Tom, Trey, and Elder review El Burro. 0:00:00 Introduction Jenny Nicholson's video Star Wars Unlimited Expansion Shadows of the Galaxy Guards of Atlantis II Blood on the Clocktower Concordia 0:31:50 Game Review: El Burro: A La Granja Game Planta Nubo La Granja Agra Cooper Island Troyes - Find Etamar at kirbooloni.com - Game Brain Facebook Group - I…

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Episode 721: Marcel the Shell with Shoes On (2022) and Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023) 1:49:10

2M ago1:49:10

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This week on the Talk Without Rhythm Podcast I'm wrapping-up this year's AniMayTion by discussing two "runners-up" for the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature: 2022's Marcel the Shell with Shoes On and 2023's Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. [00:00] INTRO [02:48] The Good, The Bad, and the Odd Promo [03:32] RANDOM CONVERSATION [23:36] Marce…

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Episode 108 El Esqueleto de la Senora Morales w/ Mikey Peralta Jr of Dread Central 2:02:45

2M ago2:02:45

2:02:45

This week I'm joined in The Confessional by Mikey P, a creator who focuses on Latin American films with a social justice lens in the horror genre. He has a column at Dread Central titled Horror en Espanol and releases horror and Latin culture content on his TikTok. We delve into the darkly comic world of 1960's Mexican cinema with "El Esqueleto de …

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Episode 720: The Flight of Dragons (1982) and Starchaser: The Legend of Orin (1985) 1:37:10

2M ago1:37:10

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This week on the Talk Without Rhythm Podcast I'm continuing AniMayTion with two 80s cult animated features: 1982's The Flight of Dragons and 1985's Starchaser: The Legend of Orin. [00:00] INTRO [01:51] Chin Stroker VS Punter Podcast Promo [02:58] RANDOM CONVERSATION [12:29] The Flight of Dragons (1982) [50:06] Starchaser: The Legend of Orin (1985) …

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Episode 719: Yellow Submarine (1968) and Metalocalypse: The Doomstar Requiem - A Klok Opera (2013) 1:43:54

2M ago1:43:54

1:43:54

This week on the Talk Without Rhythm Podcast I'm continuing my month of AniMayTion with a Patreon Pick from the OG-TWoRPer himself, The Cancer Man. Together we pit pop psychedelia against death metal as we discuss 1968's Yellow Submarine and 2013's Metalocalypse: The Doomstar Requiem - A Klok Opera. [00:00] INTRO [01:52] Trick or Treat Radio Promo …

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#214: Salton Sea 1:41:39

2M ago1:41:39

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Ben and Trey go deep into Salton Sea and also share initial impressions of Pax Penning and El Burro. Plus, the two revisit Heaven & Ale and chat about what they want out of a game store.By Game Brain

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Episode 107 Willard (1971) w/ Dr. Kent of the Vet Med for Idiots by Idiots Podcast 2:27:00

2M ago2:27:00

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This week in The Confessional we are joined by Dr. Kent, a real honest to Satan Veterinarian as we discuss 1971's Willard. Brace yourself for a swarm of shivers as we dissect this cult classic about a bullied young man named Willard and his unconventional army – rats. We'll discuss the twisted bond between Willard and his furry minions, all the whi…

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#213: Beware the Fun Sponge 1:48:46

2M ago1:48:46

1:48:46

Ben and Paul chat about some recent plays, including Salton Sea, and then Ben shamelessly attempts to communicate to Queen Games about his missing Marrakesh expansion. Afterwards, the two explore the importance of enthusiasm at a game table and the dangers of becoming the dreaded FUN SPONGE.By Game Brain

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Episode 718: Alice (1988) and Chicken Run (2000) 2:11:52

3M ago2:11:52

2:11:52

This week on the Talk Without Rhythm Podcast I'm kicking off AniMayTion with a Patreon Pick from TWoRP Elite Patron Brett the Wiz. Brett has selected an international stop-motion double-feature of 1988's Alice from Czechoslovakia and 2000's Chicken Run from the UK. [00:00] INTRO [02:04] CromCast Promo [02:49] RANDOM CONVERSATION [19:28] Alice (1988…

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Episode 106 Maniac Cop w/ Danger Slater 53:42

2M ago53:42

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This week in The Confessional I'm joined by author Danger Slater as we discuss his book Starlet due out from Ghoulish Books in August 2024. We also discuss Maniac Cop from 1988. We have a KKKop killing innocent people, Tom Atkins, Bruce Campbell and Robert Z'Dar. Maniac Cop is basically Jason Voorhees in a cop uniform, but with more personality. Th…

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#212: 2024 Golden Geek Predictions 1:39:11

3M ago1:39:11

1:39:11

The 2024 Golden Geek Award nominations have just been revealed, and we're choosing faves, making endorsements, and offering sweeping predictions on which games will win. Oh and by the way, thanks to everyone who voted and nabbed us a nom! Don't worry, we're focused on the games, not shameless self-promotion (well, maybe just a little self-promotion…

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Episode 717: Black Sunday (1977) and Sudden Death (1995) 2:15:52

3M ago2:15:52

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This week on the Talk Without Rhythm Podcast I'm joined by Paul from the Strange Highways Podcast for his Patreon Pick - a Pittsburgh sports and terrorism double-feature of 1977's Black Sunday and 1995's Sudden Death. [00:00] INTRO [01:37] Projection Booth Promo [02:47] RANDOM CONVERSATION [27:03] Black Sunday (1977) [01:16:08] Sudden Death (1995) …

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Episode 716: The Getaway (1972) and Cross of Iron (1977) 1:43:05

3M ago1:43:05

1:43:05

This week on the Talk Without Rhythm Podcast I'm joined by Trevor of the Theater of War Podcast for his Patreon Pick - a Sam Peckinpah double-feature of 1972's The Getaway and 1977's Cross of Iron. [00:00] INTRO [01:26] The Good, the Bad, and the Odd Promo [02:09] RANDOM CONVERSATION [21:36] The Getaway (1972) [57:31] Cross of Iron (1977) [01:36:56…

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Episode 105 The Lodger w/ Ryan C Bradley 2:10:33

3M ago2:10:33

2:10:33

This week in The Confessional I'm joined by Ryan C. Bradley. Ryan is a musician, podcaster, and the author of the novella Saint's Blood and the forthcoming books Bad Connections: Horror Stories and Say Uncle. He hosts the Horror Anthology Anthology podcast on his Patreon and co-hosts Horror Hangover with Cass Clarke. Fog rolls in off the Thames ton…

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#211 Space Games!! 1:36:17

3M ago1:36:17

1:36:17

Ben and Jordan talk about recent plays of Inventions, Galactic Cruise, Twilight Imperium, Arcs, and Resist. Plus, discussion about space games — what does the concept of space bring to a game, and what makes a game a SPACE GAME (as opposed to a game set in space). Notations to come.By Game Brain

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Episode 715: The Decline of Western Civilization (1981) and The Decline of Western Civilization Part III (1998) 1:36:28

3M ago1:36:28

1:36:28

This week on the Talk Without Rhythm Podcast I'm continuing my series of Patreon Picks with TWoRP Elite Patron Kevin G. Kevin joins me in a discussion of the first and third installments (part two is here) of Penelope Spheeris' classic music documentary trilogy as we watch 1981's The Decline of Western Civilization and 1998's The Decline of Western…

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Episode 104 Taste of Fear w/ Johnny Compton 2:44:41

3M ago2:44:41

2:44:41

Welcome, sinners, to another chilling confession in the Confessional. This week, I'm joined by Johnny Compton, author of The Spite House and the forthcoming Devils Kill Devils from Tor Nightfire. We delve into the shadowy world of psychological horror with Hammer Films' "Taste of Fear" (1961), also known as "Scream of Fear." Prepare to confess your…

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Episode 714: Elephant (1989) and Elephant (2003) 2:12:29

4M ago2:12:29

2:12:29

This week on the Talk Without Rhythm Podcast I'm joined by TWoRP Elite Patron Will Tordella for his Patreon Pick of Elephant (1989) and Elephant (2003). [00:00] INTRO [01:56] Trick or Treat Radio Promo [03:13] RANDOM CONVERSATION [28:35] Elephant (1989) The Follow Shot: A Tale of Two Elephants [01:06:06] Elephant (2003) [01:59:18] FEEDBACK [02:07:2…

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Episode 103 Cat People (1982) w/ Paranormal Putas 2:13:57

3M ago2:13:57

2:13:57

This week in The Confessional I'm joined by Paranomal Putas! We sink our teeth into Paul Schrader's stylish and suspenseful remake, Cat People! We'll be prowling the shadows with Nastassja Kinski as Irena, a woman haunted by a mysterious family curse. Is she turning into a feline fatale, or is something more sinister at play? Unravel the layers of …

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#210: Finger Etiquette and Games 1:40:34

4M ago1:40:34

1:40:34

Ben and Paul talk about recent plays of Inventions, Terraforming Mars, and City of the Big Shoulders. Then they do a deep dive about finger etiquette and games: why does it bother us, how do we address bad behavior, and what are the most common mistakes. Shots will be fired. Takes will be hot. 00:00 - Intro 02:33 - Inventions 14:47 - Western Empire…

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Episode 713: Roar (1981) and Grizzly Man (2005) 2:21:59

4M ago2:21:59

2:21:59

This week on the Talk Without Rhythm Podcast I'm joined by TWoRP Elite Patron Matthew K for his Patreon Pick - 1981's Roar and 2005's Grizzly Man. [00:00] INTRO [01:51] CromCast Promo [02:35] RANDOM CONVERSATION [06:51] Roar (1981) [52:03] Grizzly Man (2005) [01:58:32] FEEDBACK [02:17:46] ENDING MUSIC: Coyotes by Don Edwards Buy Roar (1981) Buy Gri…

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Episode 102 My Boyfriend's Back w/ Hilary Myers 2:15:33

4M ago2:15:33

2:15:33

This week in the Confessional I'm joined by Hilary Myers as we discuss the 1993 Zom-Rom-Com My Boyfriend's Back. Is it a horror movie? Is it a teen comedy? Is it a cautionary tale about the dangers of faking robberies to impress your crush? Who the fuck knows! But fear not, because love conquers all, even death! Except, maybe it doesn't. Join us as…

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#209: Second Wind Games 1:43:18

4M ago1:43:18

1:43:18

Tom, Jordan, and Ben discuss games they had shrugged off but later came to love. Plus, recent plays of Imperium Horizons, Legacies, and El Grande. 00:00 - Intro 00:06 - Legacies 26:11 - Avalon 29:14 - El Grande 34:14 - Franchise 39:31 - Second Wind Games 41:51 - Modern Art 46:26 - Imperium Horizons 54:37 - Dune Imperium: Uprising 01:02:22 - Android…

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Episode 712: Bikini Beach (1964) and A Hard Day's Night (1964) 1:53:11

4M ago1:53:11

1:53:11

This week on the Talk Without Rhythm Podcast I'm joined by TWoRP Elite Patron Brad Ellison for his Patreon Pick. Together we descend into the decadent and depraved world of early cinematic depictions of youth culture with 1964's Bikini Beach and A Hard Day's Night. [00:00] INTRO [01:52] Projection Booth Podcast Promo [03:02] RANDOM CONVERSATION [15…

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Episode 101 Alone in the Dark w/ RJ Joseph 2:20:56

4M ago2:20:56

2:20:56

This week in The Confessional I'm joined by RJ Joseph. RJ is an award winning, Stoker Award™ and Shirley Jackson Award nominated, Texas based academic and creative writer/professor/editor whose writing regularly focuses on the intersections of gender and race in the horror and romance genres and popular culture. We discuss 1982's "Alone in the Dark…

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#208: Let's Go To Japan 1:34:07

4M ago1:34:07

1:34:07

Trey, Ben, and Dmitry review the 2024 release Let's Go To Japan. 0:00:00 Introduction Watch What Crappens wins Best Pop Culture Podcast The Traitors 0:08:48 Games on the Brain Baseball Highlights 2045 on Gamefound Star Wars: Unlimited Try online at Force Table Netrunner at Nullsignal.games Knarr Marrakesh Cuzco 00:51:30 Game Review: Let's Go to Jap…

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Episode 711: Ace in the Hole (1951) and A Face in the Crowd (1957) 1:30:48

4M ago1:30:48

1:30:48

This week on the Talk Without Rhythm Podcast I'm joined by TWoRP Elite Patron Cornelius of the From the Canopy Podcast for his Patreon Pick - 1951's Ace in the Hole and 1957's A Face in the Crowd. [00:00] INTRO [02:04] The Good, the Bad, and The Odd Promo [02:48] RANDOM CONVERSATION [12:14] Ace in the Hole (1951) [44:13] A Face in the Crowd (1957) …

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Episode 100 They Live w/ Les Julien 2:03:49

4M ago2:03:49

2:03:49

Hello Sinners! We have reached a milestone, 100 EPISODES!!! I can't think of a better person to celebrate with than returning guest Les Julien. This week Les and I discuss John Carpenter's timeless Anti-Capitalist Horror Classic They Live. We also discuss Les's upcoming Kickstarter campain for the second issue of his comic book Savage Wizard. Join …

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Episode 710: Vampirella (1996) and Faust: Love of the Damned (2000) 3:13:43

4M ago3:13:43

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This week on the Talk Without Rhythm Podcast I'm fulfilling a very special Patreon Pick. Recently, we lost Steven King - a fellow podcaster, a talented artist, a member of the TWoRP Elite, and a good friend. So, in honor of Steve, I'm joined by his Invasion of the Podcast co-host Paul and our good bud Terry of Strange Highways to fulfill Steve's fi…

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Episode 99 Slumber Party Massacre w/ Jessica McHugh 2:20:17

4M ago2:20:17

2:20:17

This week in The Confessional I'm joined by Jessica McHugh. Jessica is a 3x Bram Stoker Award-nominated poet, a multi-genre novelist, & an internationally-produced playwright who spends her days surrounded by artistic inspiration at a Maryland tattoo shop. She’s had thirty books published in fifteen years, including her Elgin Award-nominated blacko…

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Episode 709: Green Street (2005) and Green Street 3: Never Back Down (2013) 1:44:04

5M ago1:44:04

1:44:04

This week on the Talk Without Rhythm Podcast I'm continuing my series of Patreon Picks with a selection from TWoRP Legionnaire Georges. Georges requested I check out the 2005 hooligan drama Green Street (aka Green Street Hooligans) and I opted to pair it with its ridiculous, but very fun, DTV 2013 sequel Green Street 3: Never Back Down. [00:00] INT…

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Episode 98 The Devils w/ William R.A. Rush 3:51:59

5M ago3:51:59

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*********************[TW: sexual assault, detailed]*************************** Content Warning: In the latest podcast episode, we discuss a movie that addresses sensitive topics, including sexual assault. We understand the gravity of these themes and recognize their potential to be triggering for some listeners. We encourage discretion and self-car…

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#207: Exploring Root, Agonizing in Cuzco 1:45:21

5M ago1:45:21

1:45:21

Ben, Matt, and Paul sit down to talk about games they're going deep with (Root), and games that are brutalizing them (Cuzco). And everything in between. 00:08:04 - Traitors & Avalon 00:14:10 - Root 00:39:34 - Franchise 00:50:36 - Netrunner 01:07:10 - Cuzco 01:25:00 - Dinosaur Gauge 01:29:49 - Legacies 01:36:52 - Lunar 01:38:00 - Tournament at Avalo…

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Episode 708: Violent Playground (1958) and Going Off Big Time (2000) 2:15:50

5M ago2:15:50

2:15:50

This week on the Talk Without Rhythm Podcast I'm continuing my series of Patreon Picks with a selection from TWoRP Elite Patron Kehaar as we hit the mean streets of Liverpool with 1958's Violent Playground and 2000's Going Off Big Time. [00:00] INTRO [01:54] CromCast Promo [02:38] RANDOM CONVERSATION [15:57] Violent Playground (1958) [01:13:32] Goi…

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Episode 97 I Spit on Your Grave w/ Xxena Rush 2:19:52

5M ago2:19:52

2:19:52

*********************[TW: r*pe, detailed]*************************** Content Warning: In the latest podcast episode, we discuss a movie that addresses sensitive topics, including r*pe and sexual assault. We understand the gravity of these themes and recognize their potential to be triggering for some listeners. We encourage discretion and self-care…

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Episode 707: The Elephant Man (1980) and Wild at Heart (1990) 1:57:53

5M ago1:57:53

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This week on the Talk Without Rhythm Podcast I'm fulfilling a Patreon Pick from TWoRP Legionnaire Corin. Corin requested I discuss 1980's The Elephant Man and I chose to expand my Lynchian horizons by pairing it with 1990's Wild at Heart. [00:00] INTRO [01:36] Projection Booth Promo [02:45] RANDOM CONVERSATION [19:38] The Elephant Man (1980) [01:03…

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Episode 96 Anaconda w/ Jenny Kiefer of Butcher Cabin Books 2:24:21

5M ago2:24:21

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This week in The Confessional I'm joined by Jenny Kiefer. Jenny is a Kentucky native and an avid rock climber. Together with her mother, she is the owner and manager of Butcher Cabin Books, an all-horror bookstore in Louisville, Kentucky. This Wretched Valley is her debut novel. We also talk the creature feature 90's classic Anaconda. Jenny from th…

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Episode 706: Heathers (1989) and Jawbreaker (1999) 1:27:18

5M ago1:27:18

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This week on the Talk Without Rhythm Podcast I'm fulfilling another Patreon Pick as mean girls get murderous in 1989's Heathers and 1999's Jawbreaker, the former selected by TWoRP Legionnaire Trent B. [00:00] INTRO [01:40] The Good, the Bad, and the Odd Promo [02:23] RANDOM CONVERSATION [11:54] Heathers (1989) [48:48] Jawbreaker (1999) [01:17:15] F…

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#206 Thunder Road: Vendetta 1:21:53

5M ago1:21:53

1:21:53

Special guest Jennifer Schlickbernd joins Trey to review Thunder Road: Vendetta and discuss starter modes in boardgames. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:02:35 Recent Plays Merkator Arborea Pirates of Maricaibo 20 Strong kCaloria launches on Kickstarter 0:27:10 Game Review: Thunder Road: Vendetta Car Wars (1981) Thunder Road (1986) The White Castle (2023) 0:…

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Episode 95 Les Diaboliques w/ Ayden Castellanos of Susto Podcast 2:25:45

5M ago2:25:45

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This week in The Confessional I'm joined by Ayden of Susto Podcast. Ayden was a blast to have on as we discussed the DRAMA and scandal of this b/w French classic from 1955. We also discuss Ayden's work over at Susto podcast. If you like spooky tales defintely go give it a listen. Join us in The Confessional! Follow Ayden and Susto Podcast here http…

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Episode 705: Laura (1944) and His Kind of Woman (1951) 1:26:21

6M ago1:26:21

1:26:21

This week on the Talk Without Rhythm Podcast I'm continuing my series of Patreon Picks with a duo of Noirs featuring a young Vincent Price: 1944's Laura and 1951's His Kind of Woman, the latter of which was selected by TWoRP Legionnaire David W. [00:00] INTRO [01:42] Chin Stroker vs Punter Podcast [02:50] RANDOM CONVERSATION [11:04] Laura (1944) [5…

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