Best empires rain Podcasts (2024)

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Date Fright: Bram Stoker's Dracula 43:12

4d ago43:12

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FINALLY! Long term listeners will know we've been dying (sorry) to watch Francis Ford Coppola's 90s classic. This episode contains chat about the fish & chips at Whitby, dodgy accents, unnecessary nudity, and Tony Hopkins hamming it up. Enjoy! How to support the show Follow us on: Letterboxd - Instagram We’d love it if you could leave us a review o…

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(PREVIEW) Codex Empire - Rotten Fodder [TRM008] 2:39

6d ago2:39

2:39

Vienna-based producer Mahk Rumbae—one half of the industrial/experimental duo Konstruktivists and the force behind Codex Empire—unleashes his latest EP Rotten Fodder on Trauma Collective. This four-track weapon fuses raw, dark energy with cerebral soundscapes, pushing the limits of both sound design and rhythmic intensity.The EP kicks off with "Ora…

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“The Odeon on Deansgate”: Showtrial (S2), Mr. McMahon, Megalopolis, Joker: Folie à Deux 1:01:00

13d ago1:01:00

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Mark could have been at the wrestling, but happily he chose to stay home and record the podcast. Didn’t stop him talking about the ‘house show’ though... In TV, Elaine has more to say about series 2 of the Beeb’s Showtrial (3:50) than she anticipated. And we talk cult leadership, Hulk Hogan and Succession-vibes in Netflix documentary Mr. McMahon (1…

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More With The Creatives Behind Xanadu... Plus Xanadu on Broadway With Kerry Butler 17:06

1M ago17:06

17:06

Welcome back, Lookers! This week's Bite-Sized episode of Look Behind The Look is all about the cult classic, Xanadu. You loved Martin Samuel's interview so much that we decided to dive deeper into the film and share some delightful tidbits and behind-the-scenes stories. I also talk to the star of 2007's "Xanadu on Broadway" about her unforgettable …

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“Cake out in the rain": Colin from Accounts (S2), Sherwood (S2), Twisters, Blink Twice, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice 53:45

2M ago53:45

53:45

We start this episode with an unexpected trip down Eastenders memory lane. Although, don’t expect any up to date references, we’re still going on about Saskia being killed by an ashtray in 1999! In TV, Mark gets very grumpy about Elaine's refusal to watch Colin from Accounts (3:25) and Elaine waxes lyrical about the triumph that is Season 2 of Sher…

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Inside Whitney Houston's Makeup, Costumes and Music in The Bodyguard 13:31

2M ago13:31

13:31

Welcome back, Lookers! In this bite-sized edition of Look Behind The Look, we dive into the iconic 90s film, The Bodyguard, starring Whitney Houston and Kevin Costner. From Whitney's unforgettable performance of "I Will Always Love You" to the behind-the-scenes magic, this episode is packed with nostalgia and fascinating insights. I had the honor o…

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Beetlejuice Beetlejuice: Where is Ve Neill 5:34

2M ago5:34

5:34

Written by Jayce Bartok Edited by Kelli Reilly Where is Ve Neill in this sequel and what do you think happened? Those of us who grew up with the original want answers, Mr. Burton. Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice comes out today and I'll of course be seeing it with the fam... let me know your thoughts in the comments! Get full access to Look Behind The Loo…

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Reuniting With Tricia Sawyer: Emmy Buzz & Palm Royale Makeup Secrets 25:15

3M ago25:15

25:15

This week, we have a very special guest, Tricia Sawyer, who holds a unique place in our podcast's history as my very first interviewee. Trisha is back to discuss her Emmy-nominated work on the visually stunning series Palm Royale on Apple TV. We dive into the intricate details of her craft, from the meticulous makeup designs to the collaborative pr…

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“Pulling out my Admiral Ackbar”: The Bear S3, The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon, Trap, Alien: Romulus 55:57

2M ago55:57

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Welcome back to another packed episode of The Honeymoon Period podcast. In TV, Mark reflects on Season 3 of The Bear (5:50) and Elaine has an unexpected review of The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon (12:40). Shout out to The Daryl Dixon Podcast and hosts Kelly and Dawn for their fab commentary. In film, we have mixed thoughts on M. Night Shyamalan’s late…

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Hair Designer Martin Samuel Takes Us to Xanadu With Olivia Newton John 39:54

2M ago39:54

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 2 of Look Behind The Look! This week, we dive into the dazzling world of the cult classic film Xanadu with the legendary hair designer Martin Samuel. In this episode, Martin shares his journey from working on Coal Miner's Daughter to creating the unforgettable hair designs for Olivia Newton-John and the rest of the Xana…

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Moira Frazier Returns: Emmy Buzz & Wig Mastery for Abbott Elementary 24:20

3M ago24:20

24:20

Welcome to Season 5 of Look Behind The Look! We are thrilled to kick off this milestone season with the incredibly talented Moira Frazier, who’s back with us after another Emmy nomination for her brilliant work on Abbott Elementary. We will get into her creative process, and all the behind-the-scenes magic that brings the characters of Abbott Eleme…

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"Dr Doom-little": Presumed Innocent, Hit Man, The First Omen, Deadpool & Wolverine 1:00:00

3M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

We’ve been on two dates (with each other). And they’ve both involved...wrestling! Remember when Mark wanted this to be a wrestling podcast? Well, his dream comes true for the first couple of minutes of this episode. Shout out to NORTH Wrestling and Alex Ayre, the director of Watch the Lights which we mention during our date chat. In TV, Elaine’s be…

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Look Behind The Look Trailer - Come On Set With Me 2:11

3M ago2:11

2:11

Getting Ready for 2025 with more Bite-Sized Episodes and interviews with industry experts, celebrating the craft of hair and makeup artistry, and costume design. I wanted to let you in on how we got here and thank you for subscribing, spreading the word and for building a community that celebrates incredible work. Get full access to Look Behind The…

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Bite-Sized Ep Bonus: Unveiling Chinatown - Faye Dunaway's Iconic Look 6:20

3M ago6:20

6:20

Join me to celebrate the Icon that is Faye Dunaway by taking a closer look into CHINATOWN's Evelyn Mulwray. Let's look at what the collaboration of artists like costume designer Anthea Sylbert, and makeup artist and hair designers Lee Harman and Hank Edds resulted in and hear about the detail that went into the unforgettable look of Evelyn. *Don't …

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PRINCE & 1984's PURPLE RAIN 40th Anniversary Special 11:55

3M ago11:55

11:55

Being the level of Prince Fan that I am, this was one I was hesitant to put out, but it had to be done and I hope you like it! More Prince https://amzn.to/3WtvAd2 Other People's Purple Rain Creations https://creatoriq.cc/4clsLQy More Storytelling https://lookbehindthelook.substack.com The BEST way to Support is to SUBSCRIBE !! https://www.youtube.c…

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S4 | Ep. 16: Transforming Identities - Ally Vickers on Hair Magic in 'Hit Man' 32:12

5M ago32:12

32:12

Taking a break from her time working on the set of The Bear, Ally Vickers joins me again on the pod to talk about her amazing work in Hit Man. The Rick Linklater film starring Glen Powell which came out on Netflix this week is a joy to watch, and despite the many different looks, the Louisiana Heat and a modest budget, Ally had a blast collaboratin…

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S4 | Ep. 15: Crafting Resilience - Nicky Posley & A Guide to Surviving the Beauty Industry w/ Grace 59:49

6M ago59:49

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Join us on a soul-nourishing journey with the illustrious Nicky Posley on this episode of Look Behind The Look. Nicky, a beacon of positivity and wisdom in the beauty industry, shares his experiences and philosophies on navigating the complex life of a creative. With years of expertise as both a makeup artist and an educator, Nicky's insights on se…

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“Great Big Hoo and Toodaloo”: Race Across The World (S4), Fallout, Immaculate, Civil War, Monkey Man 49:20

6M ago49:20

49:20

Mark’s been to a BBQ, but as the booze flowed and day turned into night, what did he end up singing…? In TV, we return to one of our favourites: Race Across The World (1:28). Back for a fourth series (if you don’t count last year’s celeb version) this time the contestants are racing from Japan to Indonesia. Are we enjoying it as much as its previou…

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S4 | Ep. 14: Unraveling Fast Fashion - Director Eva Orner Exposes Brandi Melville's Dark Threads in a New Documentary 17:58

7M ago17:58

17:58

Step into the shadowy world of fast fashion and its disconcerting impact on society and our planet in this episode of Look Behind The Look. Let's unveil the chilling truths behind the glitz of the fashion industry through an enlightening conversation with director Eva Orner. Her documentary which premiered at SXSW, and is now streaming on HBO Max, …

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“No-one likes an Orange Twirl”: X-Men ‘97, Passenger, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (+ spoiler section) 49:53

7M ago49:53

49:53

Happy Easter! But which reduced price chocolate eggs will Mark be able to find in the supermarket on his annual pilgrimage? This week, in TV we’ve been watching Marvel Animation’s new series X-Men ‘97 (3:26) and ITV comedy-thriller (or is it?!) Passengers (9:32). In our film section, hold on to your proton packs and get ready to be slimed - we’re r…

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S4 | Ep. 13: Beyond the Controller - Stacey Perry's Journey from Family Films to Twisted Metal's Frights 33:23

8M ago33:23

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Ready to unravel the artistry behind the terrifying looks of Twisted Metal? Join us on Look Behind the Look with special guest Stacey Perry, the mastermind makeup and special effects artist who brings this popular game to life. From her New Orleans roots making films with her family, to the set of a hit show, Stacey's story is a journey through cre…

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X1. Monrella - Shank (Tensal Remix 2) (Digital Only) 5:07

8M ago5:07

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B2. Monrella - Shank (Tensal Remix) 6:15

8M ago6:15

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B1. Monrella - Shank (Force Reaction Remix) 5:07

8M ago5:07

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B1. Monrella - Shank (Force Reaction Remix) by TRAUMA COLLECTIVEBy TRAUMA COLLECTIVE

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A1. Monrella - Shank 5:37

8M ago5:37

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A1. Monrella - Shank by TRAUMA COLLECTIVEBy TRAUMA COLLECTIVE

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“Na-na-na-Baron”: Mr & Mrs Smith, Shogun, Madame Web, The Iron Claw, Dune: Part 2 1:11:00

8M ago1:11:00

1:11:00

The episode where Mark compares Elaine to a dog that looks like a pain au chocolat, lists all the Denis Villeneuve films he hates, and starts a podcasting war with The Movie Robcast… In TV, we discuss Mr & Mrs Smith (Amazon Prime) (5:42) and Shogun (Disney +) (13:31). And in film, Mark takes us through the masterpiece that is Madame Web (24:26), El…

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S4 | Ep. 12: Pay Equity Now! - find out what costume designers are fighting for with Danielle Launzel 18:25

8M ago18:25

18:25

Our latest podcast episode reveals the critical Pay Equity Now campaign led by the Costume Designers Guild. Discover how costume designers are fighting for fair wages and why their work is pivotal to the entertainment industry. This eye-opening conversation with Danielle Launzel sheds light on the intersection of creativity, gender, and labor right…

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S4 | Ep. 11: Feud of Elegance - Jackie Risotto on Sculpting the Swans of Capote's World 28:26

9M ago28:26

28:26

In this week's captivating episode of Look Behind The Look, we delve into the dazzling world of television with a focus on the stylish series "Feud: Capote vs. The Swans." Host Tiffany Bartok sits down with the brilliant Jackie Rizotto, the makeup department head responsible for the show's stunning aesthetics. Jackie opens up about the intricate de…

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Trailer Talk: Deadpool & Wolverine, Planet of the Apes, Wicked, Manhunt, Mary & George, Shardlake 45:00

9M ago45:00

45:00

It's going to be a little while until we can come back with a full show, so as an interim treat we thought we'd record our thoughts on some of the recently released film & TV trailers. Film trailers: Deadpool & Wolverine, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, and Wicked TV trailers: Manhunt (Apple), Mary & George (Sky Atlantic), Shardlake (Disney +) A…

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S4 | Ep. 10: Golda - Makeup and Hair Designer Karen Hartley Thomas, Prosthetics Designer Suzi Battersby, and Prosthetic Makeup Artist Ashra Kelly-Blue on their Oscar-nominated work. 28:31

9M ago28:31

28:31

Today's episode celebrates the Oscar Nominated work of Makeup and Hair Designer Karen Hartley Thomas, Prosthetics Designer Suzi Battersby, and Prosthetic Makeup Artist Ashra Kelly-Blue on the film GOLDA. These women share with me the process involved to transform the acting force Helen Mirren into Israeli Prime Minister Golda Meir. These women, who…

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S4 | Ep. 9: Oscar Winner Kazu Hiro On His Prosthetic Makeup Designs for Bradley Cooper in MAESTRO 26:16

9M ago26:16

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I'm thrilled to bring you an episode with Kazu Hiro this week. Kazu is a BAFTA and Academy Award winning artist and is once again nominated both for the Oscar and a BAFTA Award for his sensational work transforming Bradley Cooper into legendary composer Leonard Bernstein. I was thrilled to grab a moment with him to discuss his work and hear about h…

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“Anna The Nun and Tesco Mary”: The Traitors finale, True Detective: Night Country, The Holdovers, All of Us Strangers 1:03:00

9M ago1:03:00

1:03:00

We start the pod with WWE news (obvs!). The WWE is off to Netflix - but recent allegations leave Mark reflecting on whether he can continue watching... In TV, we discuss the finale of S2 The Traitors (7:35) and share our views on the first few episodes of HBO’s True Detective: Night Country (19:30). In film, Mark reviews newly Oscar-nominated The H…

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(preview) [TRM007] Monrella - Shank 7:59

9M ago7:59

7:59

Monrella - Shank [TRM007] A1. Monrella - Shank B1. Monrella - Shank (Force Reaction Remix) B2. Monrella - Shank (Tensal Remix) X1. Monrella – Shank (Tensal Remix 2) Digital OnlyRelease date: 15/03/2024 Formats: 12’’ Vinyl & Digital Birmingham Techno paragon Monrella (Mick Harris) doesn't mess about, returning to Trauma Collective with 'Shank', a no…

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“Barrow-In-Furness Bus Depot”: Men Up, The Traitors, The Boy and the Heron, Poor Things, Godzilla Minus One 1:02:32

10M ago1:02:32

1:02:32

Welcome to our first episode of 2024! We start the pod with a discussion around New Year’s Resolutions - and a birthday cake muffin… In TV, Elaine wants everyone to watch BBC drama Men Up (2:30) which was shown in the In-Between Times and therefore criminally overlooked. We also share our thoughts on appointment telly The Traitors S2 - including so…

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S4 | Ep. 8: Hi Barbie! Ivana Primorac reveals how Margot Robbie became our fav Barbie this year, and the HMU secrets of all our other fav Barbies! 28:22

11M ago28:22

28:22

Are you watching Barbie right now? Thinking about it? Whether you have seen it once, twice, or 5 times like my son... You have noticed a couple of things- Barbie's hair at the dance party and the flawless highlighting of all the characters. After a chase of all chases, Ivana Primorac finally shared her secrets with me. Yes, I realize her secrets ar…

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Top 10 Films of 2023 1:08:57

11M ago1:08:57

1:08:57

We countdown our favourite movies of 2023. Enjoy the part where we discuss whether The Cheeky Girls’ mum lives in the Byker Wall. How to support the show Follow us on: Twitter - Instagram - Letterboxd We’d love it if you could leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or a star rating on Spotify. AND, if you like what we do, and fancy buying us a coffee,…

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S4 | Ep. 7: SALTBURN - you know you want it! Make-up & Hair Designer, Siân Miller SPILLS! 38:19

11M ago38:19

38:19

My favorite movie this year has been SALTBURN. There. I said it. I was thrilled to speak to Makeup and Hair Designer Siân Miller about her work in this film. Whether this polarizing film was one that you loved or hated, it is coming out on digital Dec. 21 via AMAZON Prime. So gather the family 'round and enjoy! I loved talking to Siân about the loo…

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Top 10 TV Shows of 2023 1:27:15

11M ago1:27:15

1:27:15

We countdown our favourite TV shows of 2023. Enjoy the part where Mark forgets to put one of the biggest shows of the year on his list for the second year running. And play along with the ‘how many Usher songs can you list?’ game… This episode includes references to: Celebrity Race Across The World, Fleishman Is in Trouble, Succession, Only Murders…

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S4 | Ep. 6: POOR THINGS Nadia Stacey breaks down William Defoe's face, Emma Stone's eyebrows, and so much more! 36:07

11M ago36:07

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Headed your way in the coming weeks is a barrage of Award-Contenders because 'Tis Awards Season. There's no shortage of incredible work to say and today I am bringing you a conversation with returning guest, Nadia Stacey. We are going to break down POOR THINGS and talk about creating Willem Dafoe's face which successfully told it's own story, Emma …

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”Richard Osman gets on everything”: Superfan: The Story of Vladimir, The Crown (S6), Loki (S2), Shetland, Bottoms, Saltburn, The Marvels 1:12:13

11M ago1:12:13

1:12:13

In this episode, we rehearse an argument about Elaine and some flatpack furniture, help Richard Osman out by mentioning his new podcast, and once again manage to squeeze in a reference to Tosh Lines from The Bill. In TV, we review Superfan: The Story of Vladimir (8:17), Part 1 of The Crown S6 (15:06), Loki S2 (28:16), and BBC crime drama Shetland (…

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S4 | Ep. 4: OPPENHEIMER Hair & Makeup Revealed w/Jaime Leigh McIntosh & Luisa Abel 38:25

12M ago38:25

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Today is the day of the digital release of OPPENHEIMER so here is an episode for you about what all the heavy lifting that went to aging and transforming the brilliant actors in the film. Hair Designer Jaime Leigh McIntosh and Makeup Designer Luisa Abel walk us through the process on set under Christopher Nolan's direction while they collaborated t…

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S4 | Ep. 3: Hair Dept. Head, Cliona Furey talks PRISCILLA, wig city! 41:48

1y ago41:48

41:48

The new film from A24, Sophia Coppola's PRISCILLA, is an undisputed feast for the eyes. Released on this past weekend, you hopefully got yourself to the theater to see the incredible detail that was put in to the costumes, set design, hair, makeup and cinematography. As a frequent visitor to Graceland myself and a person who has been known to study…

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REPLAY: Date Fright - Ready or Not 45:15

1y ago45:15

45:15

A throwback to a spooky date night of yesteryear (well, 2022). Enjoy!By thehoneymoonperiod

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REPLAY: Date Fright - An American Werewolf in London 1:00:00

1y ago1:00:00

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A throwback to a spooky date night of yesteryear (well, 2022). Enjoy!By thehoneymoonperiod

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“His face reminds me of a Muppet”: Beckham, Coleen Rooney: The Real Wagatha Story, The Greatest Show Never Made, Bodies, BlackBerry, Totally Killer, The Creator 1:07:41

1y ago1:07:41

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In this episode, we pay homage to the power of television when going through tough times. Plus, in not unrelated news, Sky Arts’ Portrait Artist of the Year. In TV, Elaine’s been on a documentary extravaganza, with Netflix’s Beckham (12:33), Disney+’s Coleen Rooney: The Real Wagatha Story (22:55), and Amazon Prime’s The Greatest Show Never Made (29…

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“Is this about that dolphin?”: Wilderness, Ahsoka, Dumb Money, A Haunting in Venice 50:25

1y ago50:25

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In this week’s episode, Elaine laments a certain celebrity’s exit from this year’s Strictly Come Dancing and we discuss a new podcast about a dolphin and his ‘friend’.... In telly, Mark’s been checking out psychological thriller Wilderness (9:30), whilst Elaine’s got mixed feelings on the latest Star Wars offering, Ahsoka (14:25). In film, Mark has…

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59. Captain America: The First Avenger (Ft. James Alexander) 54:30

1y ago54:30

54:30

I Can Do This All Day! We're continuing our journey through the MCU this episode, with the first Captain America movie. Jennifer gives her hot-takes on watching this film for the first time. We are joined once again by certified Captain America Stan, James Alexander. For more information about the show go to https://www.whatdoyoumedia.com Thank you…

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“World’s worst version of Jumanji”: Starstruck, The Lovers, The Blackening, Past Lives 42:26

1y ago42:26

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Mark reports back on his trip to AEW All In - plus a fun afternoon with our podcasting pals Rob D and Rob W from The Movie Robcast. Blame Rob D for Mark’s wrestling round up! Plus a strange tangent into ‘London Pubs We’ve Been To’ and fun facts about Steven Spielberg’s Hook. You’ll be glad when we get to the TV section. And this week, Mark has been…

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58. Star Trek V: The Final Frontier (Ft. Greg McTiernan) 1:02:40

1y ago1:02:40

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Row Row Row Your Boat! This episode, we're diving in to the Fifth installment of the Star Trek franchise, Star Trek V: The Final Frontier. Joining us once again is voice over artist, Greg McTiernan. So grab a bag of Marshmellons, and set phasers to rocks, and enjoy the show! Thank you to Greg for Joining us! Check out his website at voiceoverbygreg…

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S4 | Ep. 2: Ally Vickers, Hair Dept. Head of The BEAR, on turning Abby Elliot from blonde to brunette...and yes, Carmy's incredible locks.. 32:34

1y ago32:34

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Hello Hello! No, you aren't imagining things- we are talking about The Bear again because this season absolutely deserves two episodes. Today's is with Hair Department Head, Ally Vickers and she talks about her much discussed brilliant work (coined "dirtbag chic" by many) with Jeremy Allen White, and turning Abby Elliot from blonde to brunette and …

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