Best John Mercer Podcasts (2024)

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Scott Aukerman, Michael Hartney, Nita Haberlein - Matrix ch15 40:02

2h ago40:02

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The Matrix, Chapter 15 Featuring a chapter novelized by Sunita Haberlein, and narrated by Scott Aukerman (Comedy Bang Bang) plus an interview with Michael Hartney (UCB). Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, and more) to novelize. Then we give those scenes to a…

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The Making of DIARY by Sunny Day Real Estate - feat. Jeremy Enigk, Dan Hoerner and William Goldsmith 1:29:59

3d ago1:29:59

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For the 30th anniversary of Sunny Day Real Estate’s iconic debut album, DIARY, we take a detailed look at how it was made. After Dan Hoerner and Nate Mendel began playing music together in Seattle in 1992, they asked William Goldsmith to join on drums, despite the fact that he was already playing in three other bands at the time. When Mendel went o…

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Ophira Eisenberg, Mark Steinbach, Tyler Benedict - Matrix ch14 42:02

5d ago42:02

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The Matrix, Chapter 14 Featuring a chapter novelized by Mark Steinbach (SNL), and narrated by stand-up comedian Ophira Eisenberg (Parenting is a Joke) plus an interview with Tyler Benedict (iO Chicago). Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, and more) to noveliz…

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Jiavani Linayao, Ross Bryant, Joel Levinson, Hallie Haas - Matrix ch13 46:15

12d ago46:15

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The Matrix, Chapter 13 Featuring a chapter novelized by Joel Levinson (2776), and narrated by Baby Wants Candy performers Al Samuels, Jiavani Linayao, Ross Bryant, and Ahsohn Williams plus an interview with Hallie Haas (UCB). Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colber…

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Alison Pill, Rachel Axler, James Mannion - Matrix ch12 33:30

19d ago33:30

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The Matrix, Chapter 12 Featuring a chapter novelized by Rachel Axler (Veep, New Girl, The Daily Show) and narrated by Alison Pill (Star Trek: Picard, Scott Pilgrim, Hello Tomorrow!) plus an interview with James Mannion (UCB, Comedy Bang Bang). Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, Th…

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ep438: Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (1998) 1:59:52

1M ago1:59:52

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Grab a cigarette filter, strap on your tape recorder, and meet us at the carousel bar because it’s time to buy the ticket and take the ride through bat country with Terry Gilliam’s FEAR AND LOATHING IN LAS VEGAS.If you enjoy this episode, come join the Video Monsters crew on Discord - be a part of the discussion and listen in live when we record ou…

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Andrew Ti, Jamie Denbo, Suchetas Bokil - Matrix ch11 44:17

1M ago44:17

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The Matrix, Chapter 11 Featuring a chapter novelized by Novelizers co-producer Suchetas Bokil (The Harvard Lampoon) and narrated by Andrew Ti (Yo, Is This Racist?) plus an interview with Jamie Denbo⁠ (Spy, F is for Family). Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert,…

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The Making of THE RUNNERS FOUR by Deerhoof - feat. Greg Saunier, Satomi Matsuzaki, John Dieterich and Chris Cohen 2:06:11

1M ago2:06:11

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For the past three decades, Deerhoof have been one of the most consistently inventive rock bands around. Their seventh album, The Runners Four, remains a fascinating result of a band obsessively recording themselves in their practice space for many months. After Deerhoof first began as a solo harmonica project by Rob Fisk, drummer Greg Saunier join…

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ep437: Broadcast News (1987) 2:09:12

1M ago2:09:12

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Unplug the phone, lace up your boots (but only if you want), dab the sweat off your brow, and put away that hefty shadow puppet because it’s time to listen closely as the Video Monsters broadcast their views on James L. Brooks’ BROADCAST NEWS!If you enjoy this episode, come join the Video Monsters crew on Discord - be a part of the discussion and l…

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David Dastmalchian, Carl Tart, Steve Agee - Matrix ch10 31:45

1M ago31:45

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The Matrix, Chapter 10 Featuring a chapter novelized by Steve Agee (Peacemaker, Suicide Squad, New Girl) and narrated by David Dastmalchian (Late Night with the Devil) plus an interview with Carl Tart (Grand Crew, Mad TV). Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, …

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Bonus - Flophouse Crossover - Matrix Revolutions 1:46:06

1M ago1:46:06

1:46:06

Special bonus episode for comedy/movie/podcast/Matrix-interested people. It's Part 2 of our crossover with our friends at The Flophouse Podcast - who have taken a deep dive into the third Matrix film - just for you! The Flophouse Podcast is available HERE and also wherever you get your podcasts. We'll be back on Monday, with an all new chapter of T…

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John Hodgman, Dan McCoy, Elliot Kalan - Flophouse Crossover - Matrix ch 09 35:56

2M ago35:56

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A special Flophouse Podcast crossover with our friends Dan McCoy, Elliot Kalan, plus John Hodgman. Check out The Flophouse Podcast and stay tuned for a special Matrix Revolutions edition of the Flophouse in our feed later this week. Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons,…

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Brennan Lee Mulligan & Izzy Roland - Matrix ch08 28:33

2M ago28:33

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The Matrix — Chapter 8Brennan Lee Mulligan⁠ (Dimension 20, CollegeHumor) narrates a scene from The Matrix novelized by Ross Pal plus an improv interview with Izzy Roland (Dimension 20, The Sex Lives of College Girls) Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, and mo…

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Hanging out with the Boys from Cross the Line 15/24 - Part Two 1:29:42

2M ago1:29:42

1:29:42

Send us a Text Message. This episode wrapped up our day in the studio with the fellas from Cross the Line 15/24. And what a show it was! We talked, basketball, the Keys, getting shot, getting drunk and all kinds of things while also experiencing some naughty behavior from JBow and Duane! All in all, it was a very fun day capped off with a great din…

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ep436: Journalism Popcorn Punchout 2:22:21

2M ago2:22:21

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Extra! Extra! Read, er…. hear all about it! Tonight we’ve got a Punchout poppin’ on pictures about the press, and we’re gonna shout it! Well, Eric will take care of most of the shouting as the Video Monsters raise Hell over which Journalism films are Deader than the rest! So Fletch yourself a Shattered Glass of Medium Cool Candy, man, because it’s …

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Dan Savage, Courtney Pauroso, Chris Karwowski - Matrix ch07 26:52

2M ago26:52

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The Matrix — Chapter 7Dan Savage⁠ (Savage Love) narrates a scene from The Matrix novelized by Chris Karwowski ⁠(The Onion, Show & Sell Podcast) plus an improv interview with Vanessa 5000 aka Courtney Pauroso.Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, and more) to no…

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171: The Solomon Success Blueprint: Building Wealth with Timeless Wisdom with Scott Florida 14:10

2M ago14:10

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Welcome to the Solomon Success show, where we uncover timeless insights from King Solomon and the Bible for business and investing. Amidst a sea of false promises, let's refocus on enduring principles for a life of peace and prosperity. I'm Scott Florida, guest hosting for Jason Hartman. Drawing from my 30 years of pastoral and entrepreneurial expe…

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Scott Adsit, Ian Brennan, Laura Krafft - Matrix ch06 33:53

2M ago33:53

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The Matrix — Chapter 6 Scott Adsit (30 Rock) narrates a scene from The Matrix novelized by Laura Krafft (The Colbert Report) plus an improv interview with Ian Brennan (Glee). Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, and more) to novelize. Then we give those scenes…

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Epic Ride's Trainer John Ennis Talks 150th Kentucky Derby and So Much More 36:52

2M ago36:52

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Send us a Text Message. The Central Kentucky area, especially Marion and Washington County have a special connection with this year's Kentucky Derby. John Ennis, the trainer of Epic Ride just happened to marry a Southern Belle from Washington County - Erin Goode! That would be the daughter of everybody's favorite Hal B. Goode. Now, when you're talk…

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ep435: Journalism Movie Madness 3:12:51

2M ago3:12:51

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Grab your (catchy newspaper headline to be added by the editor after they decide if this will make it to the front page), put on your (stereotypical journalist accessory that you always see in the movies but rarely ever actually see in real life), and get ready to (exaggerated action sequence to spice up the facts for a movie - to be added in post)…

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The Making of I WANT TO SEE THE BRIGHT LIGHTS TONIGHT - feat. Richard Thompson and Linda Thompson 1:19:57

3M ago1:19:57

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For the 50th anniversary of Richard and Linda Thompson’s first album as a duo, I Want to See the Bright Lights Tonight, we take a detailed look at how it was made. After Richard helped pioneer British folk rock in the late 1960s with Fairport Convention, he was feeling burnt out and decided to leave the band to focus on writing. In 1972, he married…

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2 Shots Entertain Cross the Line 15/24 1:10:51

2M ago1:10:51

1:10:51

Send us a Text Message. Well, the ole boys from Cross the Line 15/24 in Indiana paid 2 Shots on a Barrel a nice visit and a great time was had by all. Let's just say ole Bourbon Expert and Cross the Line 15/24 producer Alan Stenger tried to educate the boys of the finer side of Bourbon. Epic Fail! Not that Alan didn't try mind you; it's just the Bo…

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Drew Ackerman - Sleep With Me Crossover - Matrix ch05 57:18

3M ago57:18

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The Matrix — Chapter 5 A very special, very sleepy crossover episode with Drew Ackerman and the Sleep With Me podcast, the world's premiere podcast for falling asleep. Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, then get top TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, and more) to novelize it, and have a comedian or actor narrate.…

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ep434: Chattanooga Film Festival 2024 preview 2:13:57

3M ago2:13:57

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Grab a case of Faygo, put on your Gogo boots, and pick out your finest masque before joining us in a dimension of cinematic sight and sound to melt your mind as we have a devil of a good time with Chris Dortch and Dustin Kramer discussing the Chattanooga Film Festival…where the Fest is family!!Special guests: Christ Dortch & Dustin Kramer - Chattan…

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How Bill Hickok got "Wild" 1:08:20

3M ago1:08:20

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When people talk about "Wild Bill" Hickok...they are usually talking about his infamous death in "Deadwood"...but what was his origin story that made him such a feared name in the Wild West to begin with? Well...it's a good story and my Pal Teddy Daniels (from the Wizards of Odd) helps me tell it. Big thanks to Ethan and Ming at A Shared Universe..…

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Tom Scharpling, Ryan Barton, Kelsy Abbott - Matrix ch04 25:44

3M ago25:44

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The Matrix — Chapter 4 Tom Scharpling (The Best Show with Tom Scharpling) narrates a scene from The Matrix novelized by Kelsy Abbott (Uncle Grandpa) plus an improv interview with Ryan Barton (Upright Citizens Brigade). Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, and …

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Behind the Scenes with Professional Wrestler Shane Mercer 1:10:05

3M ago1:10:05

1:10:05

Send us a Text Message. Whether it's a country music artist that is chasing a dream of being a country music star, a podcaster like 2 Shots hoping for that one episode that will put them on the map or a budding wrestling star like Shane Mercer who hopes to be the next John Cena, Hulk Hogan or Cody Rhodes. The key is always staying true to who you a…

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Matt Mercer, Will Hines, Josh Lieb - Matrix ch03 24:37

3M ago24:37

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Matt Mercer (Critical Role) narrates a scene from The Matrix novelized by Josh Lieb (The Daily Show, What We Do In the Shadows) plus improv legend Will Hines. Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, and more) to novelize. Then we give those scenes to a comedian o…

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Bella's Read Along - Night Before Christmas - By Mercer Meyer 4:27

3M ago4:27

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In this episode Bella reads The Night Before Christmas By Mercer MeyerBy Bella

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ep433: The Coen Brothers - Ranking Popcorn Punchout - special guest Matt Mercer 3:35:06

3M ago3:35:06

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Grab your lucky coin, open you blue letter, and don't forget your hat as we tunnel our way through humor, action, and existentialism in tonight's Ranking Popcorn Punchout: Video Rack Attack Bracket of the Coen Brothers' filmography!Special guest: Matt Mercer - Contracted, Dementia: Part II, Bliss, Beyond the GatesIf you enjoy this episode, come joi…

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David Javerbaum, Laura Krafft - Matrix ch02 28:24

3M ago28:24

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The Matrix - Chapter 2 David Javerbaum (The Tweet of God, An Act of God, The Daily Show) novelizes and narrates a scene from The Matrix, plus Laura Krafft (The Colbert Report, The Crazy Ones). Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, and more) to novelize. Then we…

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ep432: Where the Devil Roams (2023) - special guests John Adams & Toby Poser 1:41:32

3M ago1:41:32

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Grab your rotting apples, take a look in the mirror, and work on your sewing skills as we sing the praises of John Adams and Toby Poser in our interview and analysis of Where the Devil Roams!!Special guests: John Adams & Toby Poser - Hellbender, The Deeper You DigStay up to date with all Adams Family news at https://wonderwheelproductions.comOrder …

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John Paul Jones has not yet begun to fight! 1:06:54

4M ago1:06:54

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Lost Gold about the GOD of the US Navy...and yes...he's a Scottish madman and thankfully he was on our side!By American Loser Podcast

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Roy Cohn and the Era of "Mccarthyism" 1:50:53

4M ago1:50:53

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Lost gold....enjoy...wild story...history sometimes repeats itself and often with the same playersBy American Loser Podcast

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Crazy Horse of Course, of Course 1:28:28

4M ago1:28:28

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More lost gold....one of the greatest Native American warriors of all time...enjoy!!By American Loser Podcast

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The Tragedy of the USS Indianapolis 1:21:42

4M ago1:21:42

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Did we lose this episode too? Formerly, this was Patreon only but now it's yours for free baybay...enjoy the horrifying true story of the ship that was doomed like none other....Quint from Jaws only barely scratched the service on how bad things were for those poor sailors;By American Loser Podcast

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American Declared WAR on the Mormons??? 1:36:39

4M ago1:36:39

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Another Lost Episode.....about this one crazy time we declared WAR on the Mormon religion.....enjoy!By American Loser Podcast

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Lewis And Clark: Ironically...we lost this episode 1:24:43

4M ago1:24:43

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A lost episode about two people who volunteered to get lost in the NEW WORLD. EnjoyBy American Loser Podcast

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Huey Long: America's Kingfish 1:38:54

4M ago1:38:54

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This was formerly a Patreon Episode and for some reason, I can't prove that we ever released it to the the masses when the patreon ended....I hope you enjoy the TRUE story of the Rise and Fall of the King Fish...the only man who could have beaten FDR in an election...Huey LongBy American Loser Podcast

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Hugh Mercer got Bayonetted HOW MANY TIMES? 1:31:18

4M ago1:31:18

1:31:18

What does it take to have a county in New Jersey named after you? Hugh Mercer's story answers that question and more....guests Mike Sicoli and Kp's Manager join the Kahuna, South Beach Larry and that other guy while they tell the tale of a forgotten hero of not one or two but three wars.....Crazy Scots!…

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Rob Delaney, Chase Mitchell, Seth Morris - Matrix ch01 28:37

3M ago28:37

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The Matrix - Chapter 1 Rob Delaney (Catastrophe) narrates a scene from The Matrix novelized by Chase Mitchell (The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon) plus Seth Morris (Big Mouth, College Town Podcast). Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, and more) to noveliz…

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Oak & Match Co-owner Chris Moss talks Central Kentucky's newest Cocktail Lounge and Cigar Speakeasy 1:42:04

4M ago1:42:04

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Send us a Text Message. Chris Moss and his Co-Owner Anthony Hays have taken a dream and made it a reality with Oak & Match! Oak and Match is a "Prohibition Era" Cocktail Lounge and Tobacconist Club located in the heart of the Bourbon Trail in Campbellsville Kentucky. Listen to Chris talk about how the dream became a reality and how he and Anthony m…

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ep431: 2024 Themes Popcorn Puchout - part 2 2:43:29

4M ago2:43:29

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Top off your white lightning, refill your mega-sized popcorn bucket, and remember that wherever you go to listen to your podcast...there you are! Swap out the tapes because tonight is part two of our Popcorn Punchout to pick our main themes for the year - in the end, there can be only one....er.... eight.If you enjoy this episode, come join the Vid…

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ep430: 2024 Themes Popcorn Punchout - part 1 2:16:29

4M ago2:16:29

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Grab your freeze dried ice cream, a mega-sized popcorn bucket, and try to keep your sanity as three good fellas roll the dice and sink their jaws into tonight's mega-sized Popcorn Punchout as we work from 32 themes down to our final 8 for the year!! And get ready to change the tapes midway through, because tonight is only part 1 of this two-part ep…

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Independence Day: Full Season 4:35:28

4M ago4:35:28

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Independence Day - the whole damn movie, novelized in one giant audiobook-style episode. Hear ID4 as you've never heard it before, as told by 20 comedy writers, and narrated by Will Forte, Chris Parnell, Beanie Feldstein, Tony Zaret, Craig Ferguson, Aparna Nancherla, Adam Pally, Andy Daly, Josh Johnson, Mae Whitman, Jon Wuster, David Pressman, Kevi…

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ep429: The Menu (2022) - special guest Sarah Stubbs 2:31:52

4M ago2:31:52

2:31:52

Grab your breadless bread, cozy up to the fire, and don't just listen....savor. Savor our analysis of THE MENU as we podcast on the edge of the abyss (which is where god works too)!Special guest: Sarah Stubbs - Geeks Who Eat, Final Girls FeastIf you enjoy this episode, come join the Video Monsters crew on Discord - be a part of the discussion and l…

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ep428: Ratatouille (2007) 2:00:38

4M ago2:00:38

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Grab your trash cheese, put on your tiny chef's hat, and strike your best freeze frame pose as you let the combination of our cinematic tastes swirl around your head in our analysis of RATATOUILLE!! And remember, anyone can be a podcaster... but it takes true passion to be a Video Monster.If you enjoy this episode, come join the Video Monsters crew…

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ep427: Pig (2021) 2:16:52

4M ago2:16:52

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Grab your best bottle of crypt wine, take down the curtains, and fry up some bacon because the timer is running for us to deconstruct our thoughts in tonight's analysis of PIG!If you enjoy this episode, come join the Video Monsters crew on Discord - be a part of the discussion and listen in live when we record our episodes!! Go to linktree.com/vide…

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The Making of VENEER - featuring José González 1:14:54

4M ago1:14:54

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For the 20th anniversary of the debut album by José González, we take a detailed look at how it was made. After getting his start playing in hardcore bands in Gothenburg, Sweden in the 1990s, José González began studying biochemistry at the University of Gothenburg. While he was a student, he continued playing in multiple bands while recording his …

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2 Shots talks Derby on Main with Jaclyn Swencki 1:09:17

4M ago1:09:17

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Send us a Text Message. Jaclyn Swencki, Executive Director with the Marion County Chamber of Commerce has created a lot of excitement in just 14 months on the job! An awesome new event coming this year is a community wide Kentucky Derby Party on Main Street in Lebanon. Take a listen to this episode of 2 Shots and hear Jaclyn talk about all the fun …

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