Best AJ Vens Podcasts (2024)

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Bio-Dome (1996) 1:33:52

25m ago1:33:52

1:33:52

Bio-Dome holds a special place in many of our hearts because of the joy and laughter that it brought us when we were younger, but the critics and general public really seem to think that this is a BAD movie. Why was it so enticing to us as kids? What does ‘If you were Yogurt, would you be fruit at the bottom or stirred mean? Could they have hired a…

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BRUNCH: The History and Legacy of Nickelodeon 52:11

2h ago52:11

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Nickelodeon was an important part of all of our childhoods. A reliable ‘friend’ that was always there for us. The impact that this tv studio had on our lives with the incredible lineup of shows and cartoons can not be denied. Unfortunately, much of it’s legacy has been tarnished by the recent documentary called, “Quiet On Set: The Dark Side of Kids…

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Snatch (2000) 1:48:02

8m ago1:48:02

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Snatch is an all-time classic and one of the best movies of the last 25 years. We take a deep dive and review it through our Confused Breakfast Modern-day Lens. Who is our favorite character? Is it ok to wear fedoras? What actually happens after the end of this movie? What one small thing could have gone differently to let everyone survivor in this…

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BRUNCH: The Best Movies About Music w/ Dave Moody of Hairball 34:56

1d ago34:56

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On today's brunch episode, Mike sits down to talk with Dave Moody of one of the world's best tribute bands, Hairball. The boys talk about the difference between being in a band in the 80s vs today, what makes good tribute band and then they dive into a discussion about their favorite movies about music. Will your favorite be on their list? Tune in …

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Rock Star (2001) 1:58:38

6d ago1:58:38

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Stand up and shouuuuuuuuuuuuut if you love rock n noll. We put this movie on trial back in 2023 and it was sentenced to 1 year in movie prison. Now that is has been released, we needed to give it a full review. Coming from 3 actual musicians, we discuss how realistic and unrealistic this whole this is. Is mark Wahlberg convincing as a rocker? Is he…

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BRUNCH- Reviewing 'Road House' (2024) 43:34

8d ago43:34

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Road House is a big deal for us. Our 100th episode was a LIVE podcast review of the classic movie from the 80s. So when they announced the new remake, we were excited to watch it. Here is our take on the new movie! SPONSORS: ****Microdose- Get 30% off your first order plus free shipping today at http://Microdose.com and use promo code BREAKFAST. It…

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Election (1999) 1:53:36

13d ago1:53:36

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Some people say we’re overachievers but we think they're just jealous. On today’s episode, we dive deep into reviewing ‘Election’ a cynical story that was nominated for an Oscar in 1999. Who is to blame in this movie? Is this Chris Klein’s greatest role? Where are the parents?! Is Mr McAllister actually a nice guy or just an unreliable narrator? •0…

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BRUNCH: Top 5 Movies From 1981 42:21

20d ago42:21

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We dive deep in our Top 5 movies that came out in the year 1981. ENJOY! —————————————————————— CHICAGO FANS: (CLICK HERE) http://UploadCR.com/confusedtour —————————————————————— SPONSORS: ****Bespoke Post- Get a free Mystery Gift with your first monthly shipment when you sign up at http://BoxofAwesome.com and enter the code CONFUSED at checkout. ——…

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Pulp Fiction (1994) 2:06:37

21d ago2:06:37

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This is not a drill. It’s finally time to review Pulp Fiction, in all it’s glory. Is this movie over-hyped or does it deserve being one of the highest-rated movies of all-time? We dive DEEP and talk about everything from what’s in the briefcase, who gave the best performance, would you wear a butt-watch, will we ever go into pawn shops again and so…

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BRUNCH: Dune 2, Masters of the Air, Shogun, The Greatest Night in Pop and much more 44:15

22d ago44:15

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It's another Monday Morning Brunch and today we are talking about the shows and movies we have been watching. Enjoy some convos about Dune 2, Master of the Air, Shogun, The Greatest Night in Pop, Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning and much more! Sponsor: LawnBright- Go to http://getlawnbright.com and use code CONFUSED for 20% off your first order L…

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Andy's Play: S7 E3 (Extended Cut) 1:12:30

23d ago1:12:30

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Surf Ninjas (1993) 2:01:09

1M ago2:01:09

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QUAN-SU DUDES! One of the following things will be true about this one. You watched 'Surf Ninjas' 100 times as a kid and can't wait for us to review it or you have never even heard of this movie and have no clue why we are doing it. No matter which one defines you, this episode is fantastic and you will enjoy it. Do brothers actually surf? Can mone…

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BRUNCH: Interviewing Gareth Reynolds (The Dollop, We're Here To Help) 41:09

30d ago41:09

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Hilarious comedian and podcaster, Gareth Reynolds talks to us about losing his luggage before his Bert Kreischer tour, how he got started in comedy, getting sick on tour, his new special and so much more. Watch Gareth's new special here- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ZVgbljHtxM See Gareth on tour and listen to his podcasts here- http://garethrey…

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Pee-wee's Big Adventure (1985) with Gareth Reynolds 1:58:38

1M ago1:58:38

1:58:38

You don’t want to get mixed up with a podcast like this. We’re loners. Rebels. But not today, we bring in Gareth Reynolds, one of the funniest comedians and podcasters in the world, to dissect Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure from 1985. Is it still as scary as we remember? Was Pee-Wee supposed to be a kid or an adult? Do you really go to jail for cutting of…

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Counseling: S7 E2 (Extended Cut) 59:03

1M ago59:03

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The superfan edition deep dives continue! This week, we discuss Episode 2 of season 7: Counseling! What breakthroughs did Toby make? Was this always going to be a disaster? We talk through that and more while toasting some classic Maker's Mark and playing some Office Olympics! Time to get comfy and start talking about our childhoods! Shop https://s…

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BRUNCH: The Best Harrison Ford Movie (Tournament) 56:51

1M ago56:51

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After an incredible LIVE podcast review of Air Force One, we decided to pick our favorite Harrison Ford movie in tournament, single-elimination bracket style. Our audience gets in on the game and gets to help us decide. Tune in- this is a fun one! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Air Force One (1997) 1:40:35

2M ago1:40:35

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On today’s episode, we are in front of LIVE studio audience in Cedar Rapids, IA and we breakdown the 5th highest-grossing film worldwide in 1997. Is Harrison Ford the best movie president of all-time? Why does this script have so many holes in it? Do Gary Oldman and Glenn Close give the best performances? Get your American flag up the flagpole and …

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BRUNCH: Top 5 Movies To Watch on an Airplane 54:59

2M ago54:59

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Let's be honest. Watching movies on an airplane is one of the best ways to pass the time but there are certain movies that you just can't pass up on when you are scrolling through the list before take off. Join us on today's brunch episode as we discuss our individual Top 5 movies that we always watch when we fly! —————————————————————— SPONSORS: *…

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The Replacements (2000) 1:39:58

2M ago1:39:58

1:39:58

Pain heals. Chicks dig scars. Glory lasts forever. On today’s episode, we discuss one of the most-cherished sports movies of the new millennium. A movie perhaps based on a true story? And most importantly, a movie that was voted on by our patreon members in order to firmly cement Keanu Reeves on our Confused Breakfast Mt Rushmore. We are of course …

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BRUNCH: Reviewing Limp Bizkit's 'Chocolate Starfish and the Hot Dog Flavored Water' 56:21

2M ago56:21

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We dedicate an entire Brunch episode to Limp Bizkit's 3rd studio album, 'Chocolate Starfish and the Hot Dog Flavored Water.' This was the band's most popular album, selling over 1 Million copies in the first week alone. You couldn't go anywhere in the Fall of the year 2000 without hearing one of the singles. How does it hold up 24 years later? Let'…

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Office Space (1999) 1:38:32

2M ago1:38:32

1:38:32

You were told that you can listen to this podcast at a reasonable volume between 9-11am and if you are sitting in a cube farm right now, this episode will be the only thing that can save the mundanity of your current predicament. Before you jump to any conclusions, we will just spoil it for you... this episode is basically us just talking about how…

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BRUNCH: The Best Christopher Nolan Movie (Tournament) 43:15

2M ago43:15

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Christopher Nolan is one of the best directors of all-time. How are we possibly going to be able to pick his BEST movie? A single-elimination tournament- duh! —————————————————————— SPONSORS: **Every Plate- Get a meal for $1.49 PLUS $1 steaks for life by going to http://EveryPlate.com/podcast and entering code 49confused. Subscription must be activ…

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Super Fan: Nepotism S7 E1 48:43

2M ago48:43

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We're starting an episode-by-episode breakdown of the new Season 7 Superfan Edition episodes! The boys toast to the new format with a glass of Buffalo Trace: Kosher Wheat Recipe. Settle in to the new format and get comfortable. We'll bring the soy ice cream. You bring the bagel chips. Shop https://shopforefathers.com/ and use coupon code SCOTCHANDS…

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Cliffhanger (1993) 1:56:37

2M ago1:56:37

1:56:37

Don't bother to buckle up - you may not want to survive this episode! Join us as we give 1993’s ‘Cliffhanger’ a modern day review and try REALLY hard not to give it a bad rating. Is this the most terrifying opening scene in movie history? Did they still go out to dinner that night without Sarah? Does this movie hold the record for fastest ending af…

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Interviewing Patrick Labyorteaux (3 Ninjas, Heathers, JAG, Blazing Saddles) 54:35

2M ago54:35

54:35

Special brunch episode coming your way today! We had a chance to sit down with Patrick Labyorteaux to chat about his career in acting. He has starred in 3 Ninjas, Heathers, JAG, NCIS, Little House on the Prairie, and so much more. Check him out at https://www.workingactorsschool.com Follow him on tiktok at https://www.tiktok.com/@workingactorsschoo…

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Christmas parties pt. 2 1:31:48

2M ago1:31:48

1:31:48

The Party continues until the popov vodka is gone, the nog-a-sakes are no longer seasonal, and the pita chips have gone cold.

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Heathers (1989) 1:54:34

3M ago1:54:34

1:54:34

Have you seen 1989’s ‘Heathers’ yet? Christian Slater, Winona Ryder and Shannen Doherty lead the way in one of the true definitions of the phrase ‘cult classic’ and it should be added to your list. It’s a high school, black comedy film that is regarded as one of the greatest coming-of-age films of all time and we have a lot of fun with it. Enjoy! •…

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BRUNCH: Clay Pigeons (1998) 49:15

3M ago49:15

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Chances are good that you have never seen or heard of this movie. If you haven't, go watch it and then join us for the fun. It's a thriller starring Joaquin Phoenix, Vince Vaughn and Janeane Garofalo and they are all absolutely incredible in it. You will laugh, you will cry, you will wonder why. Enjoy! Sponsors: **Every Plate- Get a meal for $1.49 …

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Christmas party part. 1 1:16:41

3M ago1:16:41

1:16:41

Have you every forgot to get a christmas gift for someone so you order it and it shows up late? Well thats what happened with this Episode! Take a listen to the long anticipated Christmas episode! we break down our favorite christmas party episodes and moments, a great office olymics and a whiskey thats sure to keep you warm!…

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Road Trip (2000) 1:56:58

3M ago1:56:58

1:56:58

Are you here for the feeding? Join us as we review one of the most-quoted and highest-grossing movies of the new millennium. Is it still as funny as we remember it? Did this movie come up with the “it’s not cheating if it’s a different area code” rule? Is E.L. just Stiffler after he graduated high school and went to college? Is this yet another exa…

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BRUNCH: Surf Ninjas (1993) **ON-TRIAL 38:05

3M ago38:05

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One of us thinks 'Surf Ninjas' deserves a full-blown review and the others are trying to make sure that doesn't happen. Join us for our on-trial series to see what happens! SPONSOR: To get this new customer offer and your new 3-month unlimited wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to http://MintMobile.com/confused - Additional taxes, fees &am…

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101 Dalmatians (1961) 1:40:35

3M ago1:40:35

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For a movie that is Rated G, we sure made sure to make our discussion R-rated! But it's not our fault, it's Walt Disney's fault. Listen, we know you are wondering why we did an animated movie from the 1960s but we promise, you are going to enjoy it. We give you some important background on how this movie single-handedly saved the Disney animation d…

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BRUNCH: Top 5 Movies From 1989 41:32

3M ago41:32

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1989 could quite possibly be the greatest year in history when it comes to movie releases. When you hear how many great movies came out this year, your mind will be blown. Join us to discuss our individual Top 5! —————————————————————— SPONSORS: **Factor Meals- go to http://factormeals.com/confused50 and use code confused50 to get 50% off. ————————…

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Empire Records (1995) 1:53:06

3M ago1:53:06

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Today isn’t Rex Manning Day- It’s Empire Records Day. Just like the cast of this movie hates on Rex Manning for being a washed-up, has-been, we air some grievances against this nearly 30-year old movie. When you wipe the nostalgia away, is this just a movie with a nonsensical plot, a bad script and a terrible soundtrack? Or is it one of the best “2…

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BRUNCH: Napoleon, Twin Flames, Leave the World Behind, Fellowship of the Ring and much more 37:00

3M ago37:00

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We had a break and got to watch a bunch of movies and tv shows that e wanted to watch. Join in on the conversation about Napoleon, MIke Birbiglia Old Man and the Pool, Fellowship of the Ring, The Pacific, Band of Brothers, Equalizer 3, Twin Flames, Leave the World Behind and much more! Brought to you by our patreon members. Join up at http://patreo…

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Little Shop of Horrors (1986) 1:34:47

3M ago1:34:47

1:34:47

Let us get this straight- tthis movie has John Candy, Rick Moranis, Bill Murray and Steve Martin in it?! How is this not more popular?! On today’s episode, we discuss a film adaptation that is based on a musical that is based on the original film. A movie that held the record for the most money ever spent by Warner Brothers at the time of it’s rele…

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BRUNCH: The Best Tom Hanks Movie (Tournament) 40:37

4M ago40:37

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In tournament/bracket fashion, we find out what the best Tom Hanks movie is! Join us today for a super fun brunch episode that is sure to ruffle some feathers. —————————————————————— SPONSORS: **Cedar Ridge Distillery- Go check out our sponsor and order some whiskey. http://cedarridgedistillery.com —————————————————————— **Support us at http://patr…

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RoboCop (1987) 1:56:20

4M ago1:56:20

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RoboCop captured the hearts and imaginations of people around the world in 1987 but 35 years later, it can’t possibly still hold up, right? There’s no way that the special effects could still be good, right? The gruesome violence probably isn’t as bad as we thought it was as kids, right? We probably hate Bob Morton the most out of any of the bad gu…

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BRUNCH: Xbox 35:07

4M ago35:07

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On today's brunch episode, we break down the original Microsoft Xbox console. We talk about the history of the system, our experience with it and all of our favorite games. SPONSORS: **Pretty Litter- Save twenty percent on your first order by going to http://PrettyLitter.com/CONFUSED and use code CONFUSED to save twenty percent on your first order.…

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Jingle All The Way (1996) 1:44:57

4M ago1:44:57

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Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sinbad, Phil Hartman and Christmas?! Jingle All the Way can’t go wrong…. or can it? We review this movie with a modern eye to see what it got right and what it got wrong. Do divorces make you a better parent? Is Phil Hartman the funniest part of this movie? Is Jamie a worse Christmas movie kid than Charlie from The Santa Clau…

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BRUNCH: Christmas With The Kranks (2004) 48:39

4M ago48:39

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On today's brunch episode, we take a look at 2004's Christmas with the Kranks. Is this just a terrible Hallmark movie script but with good actors in it or is one of the worst of the newer generation of Christmas movies? Mike/AJ vs Sean in a holiday movie fight to the death! —————————————————————— SPONSORS: -Every Plate- Get a meal for $1.49 PLUS $1…

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Die Hard (1988) 2:00:17

4M ago2:00:17

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Whether or not you think Die Hard is or isn’t a Christmas movie, we can all at least agree that it’s just a good movie. Period. One of the most popular action movies of all-time is finally getting it’s turn for a modern-day review. Was Ellis actually a good guy trying to save his co-worker’s lives? Is Bruce Willis one of the best on-screen smokers?…

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BRUNCH: Who Is The Best Movie Santa Claus of All-time? 32:13

4M ago32:13

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This is a tough question because there have been so many amazing on-screen portrayals of Santa Claus! On the brunch episode today, we have a debate to figure out who the #1 Santa Claus is. Will you agree with us? Tune in to find out! —————————————————————— SPONSORS: **Pretty Litter- Save twenty percent on your first order by going to http://PrettyL…

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Deangelo Vickers 1:26:38

4M ago1:26:38

1:26:38

Deangelo Vickers. theres no one that could possibly fill Steve Carrell's Socks. BUT they can at least try to give a buffer before landing on a final reginonal manager. Enter Will Farrell. possibly the only man capable of mitigating an inevitable distrust with audiences upon Michaels Departure.

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Last Action Hero (1993) 1:44:02

4M ago1:44:02

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Last Action Hero was considered major FLOP when it debuted in 1993. It could have been that it was just ahead of it’s time and people weren’t ready for it. It also could have been that Jurassic Park came out right before this. Regardless, we take a look back on this film with a modern eye to see how we feel about it. Enjoy! •0:00:00 - Introductions…

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BRUNCH: Top 5 Christmas Songs 41:25

4M ago41:25

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It's Christmas-time and that means being inundated with Christmas music for the next couple weeks. On today's brunch episode, we give you our top 5 Christmas song lists as well as some honorable mentions and our LEAST favorites! •0:00:00 - Introductions •0:03:15 - Least Favorite and Honorable Mentions •0:17:00 - Top 5 Lists —————————————————————— S…

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Scrooged (1988) 1:47:52

5M ago1:47:52

1:47:52

Is Scrooged a holiday classic or is it just a vehicle for Bill Murray to… well, be Bill Murray? We dive deep into this movie and answer the hard-hitting questions like, what ghost is the scariest? Is Bryce actually a good guy? What happens to everyone AFTER this movie ends? Is a towel actually a great gift idea? Join us as we review 1988's 'Scrooge…

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BRUNCH: Mr. Mom (1983) 39:27

5M ago39:27

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Do you remember this classic from 1983? John Hughes wrote it, Michael Keaton stars in it and there are a ton of other cast members that you know and love. If you saw it as a kid, you will want to give this a listen. If you have never seen it before, give it a watch on HBOMax and then listen to the episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me…

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Son In Law (1993) 1:40:26

5M ago1:40:26

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Compared to Christmas, there are not many movies that take place around Thanksgiving. But of all the turkey day movies, Son In Law is usually ranked among the best. Does this movie still make us laugh? How long is it acceptable to wear a letterman’s jacket? Why didn’t we get a Patrick Renna/Paulie Shore spin off movie later in life? Do you buy Paul…

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BRUNCH: Top 5 Favorite Movie Scenes of All-Time 1:00:01

5M ago1:00:01

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Not gonna lie to you, this was tough. When you are trying to think of your favorite movie scenes of all-time, it's really hard to narrow it down to just 5. But here at The Confused Breakfast podcast, we are up for any challenge. Enjoy our lists and let's hear yours! ----------------------- 0:00- Introductions 3:00- honorable mentions 15:00- Top 5 l…

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