Best Christmas Film Analysis Podcasts (2024)

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The Ultimate Quest: Inside the Adventures of a Christmas Story Super-Collector | Ep 018 1:11:46

1h ago1:11:46

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Pack up your bags, load 'em up in the Olds, and get ready to go on a journey with us! Our guest this week has devoted countless hours to his incredible collection of A Christmas Story memorabilia and stories of meeting many cast members and background people who worked on the movie. He also took a trip to Canada recently to visit the shooting locat…

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The Red Shoes (1948) 1:46:22

36m ago1:46:22

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RMR 0273: Special Guest, Derick McDuff, from the the Underrated Podcast, joins your hosts Dustin Melbardis and Lizzy Haynes for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit The Red Shoes (1948) [PG] Genre: Musical, Romance, Drama Starring: Anton Walbrook, Marius Goring, Moira Shearer, Robert Helpmann, Albert Bassermann, Léonide Massine, Esmond Knight…

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The Gamma Analysis Episode 111: Generation X (Obscure 90s X-Men Movie) Review! With Elysia From Lorehounds Podcast! 1:17:50

6m ago1:17:50

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This episode of The Gamma Analysis is a review of Generation X (a obscure 90s X-Men Movie) With Elysia From Lorehounds Podcast! This the last X-Men movie I had not seen so I did this in preparation for Deadpool and Wolverine!We also talked about sexism in the 90s, how movies shape our views of the world, and our dislike for Bob Iger's comments abou…

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Spirited Away (2001) 1:49:12

2h ago1:49:12

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RMR 0272: Join your hosts Chad Robinson, Dustin Melbardis, and Russell Guest for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit Spirited Away (2001) [PG] Genre: Animation, Adventure, Family, Fantasy Starring: Daveigh Chasxe, Jason Marsden, Suzanne Pleshette, David Ogden Stiers, Susan Egan, Paul Eiding, John Ratzenberger, Bob Bergen, Tatsuya Gashūin, Ro…

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Creating New Holiday Traditions: Learning From A Christmas Story 10:03

5h ago10:03

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Thanks for tuning in to another 'Major Award' Episode of Talking A Christmas Story with the Cast! This week, our guest is a long-time fan of the movie and now a part of creating this very podcast each week! Donald Kelly grew up in Jamaica, where the Christmas traditions of his youth looked a little bit different from the ones we typically experienc…

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The Gamma Analysis Episode 110: Deadpool Invades The Marvel Multiverse! (Game Show) With Keith, Bubb and King from Anyone's Comic Book Podcast, and Mad Trivia John from Konsole Kombat! 1:08:34

7m ago1:08:34

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This episode of The Gamma Analysis is Deadpool Invades The Marvel Multiverse a game show sort of episode and the third part of my Deadpool Trilogy of episodes leading up to Deadpool and Wolverine! Myself, Keith of The Abingers Podcast, and Mad Trivia John of Konsole Kombat were the players who's job is to create funny scenes of Deadpool messing wit…

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HUNDREDS OF BEAVERS 24:04

9h ago24:04

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With studios less sure how to reach audiences by the day, only one film has the answer to what people truly want: HUNDREDS OF BEAVERS. In the newest movie from Mike Cheslik and the team behind Lake Michigan Monster bring us a new descent into whimsy and madness in a film so ridiculous, we're convinced it stars Cody. Join Mike and Jamie as they talk…

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THE EXORCISM 27:33

10h ago27:33

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What an excellent day for filming an exorcism. THE Exorcism, in fact! And that's the closest thing to a joke you're getting, because the duo behind The Final Girls is back with another deeply personal-- and far much colder-- look at a young woman connecting with a parent in showbiz. Joshua Miller and M.A. Fortin team up with Russell Crowe and a see…

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Tank Girl (1995) 1:51:07

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RMR 0271: Special Guest, Nick Roth, a TV writer and indie filmmaker, joins your hosts Lizzy Haynes and Russell Guest for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit The Iron Tank Girl (1995) [R] Genre: Action, Comedy, Science Fiction Starring: Lori Petty, Ice-T, Naomi Watts, Don Harvey, Jeff Kober, Reg E. Cathey, Scott Coffey, Malcolm McDowell, Stac…

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Hidden Secrets You Never Knew: Revealed by Jean Shepherd's Storytelling Collaborator | Ep 016 1:18:09

3d ago1:18:09

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Have you ever wondered about the true secrets behind the most iconic parts of A Christmas Story? What's with the leg lamp? And why is the bully named 'Scut Farkus'? Well, we have all that and more on this episode of 'A Christmas Story With the Cast', as told to us by the man who literally wrote the book on it! Today's interview features none other …

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The Creator of "That Dill Guy" 28:35

10d ago28:35

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One of the best things about being a part of the A Christmas Story Family is connecting with the fans and building new memories (and memes) to add to our already-rich lore. Today's episode features an interview with the person behind the "That Dill Guy" post on our Facebook group, a post that went totally viral, became pretty controversial, and mor…

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Episode 84 - Superstar 43:16

10d ago43:16

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In this episode, Andy and Stephanie discuss cringe humor and underwear as they review Bruce McCulloch’s SUPERSTAR. Andy forgets which Belushi is dead and Stephanie sends her twins to boarding school. Plus: Sister Christian fixes everything!

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The Gamma Analysis Episode 109: BA BA BA BA BA Batman 66 Review! With Bubb From Anyone's Comic Book Podcast! 1:16:59

11d ago1:16:59

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This episode of The Gamma Analysis is a review of Batman The Movie from 1966 (Adam West Batman) I Reviewed this with Bubb From Anyone's Comic Book Podcast! We also talked how the interesting rules of the time for Superhero content either Comics, TV, or Movies. If you want more content from me I'm now regularly posting short form content on TikTok a…

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The Iron Giant (1999) 1:44:56

11d ago1:44:56

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RMR 0270: Special Guest, Quinn Que, joins your hosts Lizzy Haynes and Russell Guest for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit The Iron Giant (1999) [PG] Genre: Animation, Action, Adventure, Science Fiction Starring: Jennifer Aniston, Harry Connick Jr., Vin Diesel, James Gammon, Cloris Leachman, Christopher McDonald, John Mahoney, Eli Marientha…

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The Real Black Bart: Dwayne McLean on Playing Ralphie's Dastardly Foe 53:14

19d ago53:14

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Join us for this insightful episode of Talking a Christmas Story With the Cast. This week, we sat down for an interview with none other than the dastardly villain himself, Black Bart! Listen in to hear Dwayne McLean speak on his career as a stuntman and the turns of events that led to him playing Ralphie's big bad nemesis. His portrayal has brought…

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The Gamma Analysis Episode 108: Once Upon A Deadpool Review With Keith and Mad Trivia John! 1:30:02

18d ago1:30:02

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This episode of The Gamma Analysis is a review of Once Upon A Deadpool (PG-13 Deadpool 2 with Princess Bride Framing) I Reviewed this with Mad Trivia John from The Konsole Kombat Podcast and Keith! We also talked about what's allowed in a PG-13 rating and how it seems random. If you want more content from me I'm now regularly posting short form con…

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Following (1998) 1:35:58

28d ago1:35:58

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RMR 0269: Special Guest, Jayson Johnson of Strike Five Films, joins your hosts Bryan Frye and Dustin Melbardis for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit Following (1998) [R] Genre: Crime, Mystery, Thriller Starring: Jeremy Theobald, Alex Haw, Lucy Russell, John Nolan, Dick Bradsell, Gillian El-Kadi, Jennifer Angel, Nicolas Carlotti Director: C…

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The Making of Grover Dill: The Real Reason He Exists | Ep 013 43:22

23d ago43:22

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In this conversation, your host, Yano Anaya, sits down with one of our most special guests to date for a heartwarming interview. This week, the guest is his mother, Caroline Anaya - the real reason Grover Dill exists as he does today. Yano and Caroline talk about the perseverance and dedication required to pursue a career in show business, as well …

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Lucky Number Slevin (2006) 1:48:48

23d ago1:48:48

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RMR 0268: Join your hosts Bryan Frye, Dustin Melbardis, and Lizzy Haynes for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit Lucky Number Slevin (2006) [R] Genre: Crime, Drama, Thriller, Starring: Josh Hartnett, Bruce Willis, Lucy Liu, Morgan Freeman, Ben Kingsley, Michael Rubenfeld, Peter Outerbridge, Stanley Tucci, Kevin Chamberlin, Dorian Missick, My…

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The Gamma Analysis Episode 107: Bottoms Review With Pete From Middle Class Film Class Podcast! 35:14

30d ago35:14

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This episode of The Gamma Analysis is a review of Bottoms! I reviewed this with Pete From Middle Class Film Class Podcast!We also talked about loving the resurgence of Raunchy Comedies as of late! If you want more content from me I'm now regularly posting short form content on TikTok and YouTube! All My Links: https://www.tiktok.com/@smashtrivia ht…

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The Pianist (2002) 1:42:14

1M ago1:42:14

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RMR 0267: Join your hosts Bryan Frye, Dustin Melbardis, and Russell Gueast for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit The Pianist (2002) [R] Genre: War, Biography, Drama, Music, Period Piece, WWII Starring: Adrien Brody, Thomas Kretschmann, Frank Finlay, Maureen Lipman, Emilia Fox, Ed Stoppard, Julia Rayner, Jessica Kate Meyer, Ronan Vibert, Ru…

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From Fan to Family: Unveiling Hidden Treasures of 'A Christmas Story' | Ep 012 43:53

1M ago43:53

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Joe Lavey, a dedicated fan of A Christmas Story, shares his journey from being a fan to becoming a member of the A Christmas Story family. He talks about his first experience watching the movie, his collection of memorabilia, and the events he has organized to celebrate the film. Joe emphasizes the impact the movie has had on his life and the impor…

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The Gamma Analysis Episode 106: Looney Tunes Back In Action Review With Laci and Matt from Load Bearing Beams Podcast! 1:00:29

1M ago1:00:29

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This episode of The Gamma Analysis is a review of Looney Tunes: Back In Action! I reviewed this with Laci and Matt from Load Bearing Beams Podcast! We also talked about Coyote VS ACME the Looney Tunes film that Warner Bros Discovery cancelled even though it's complete! If you want more content from me I'm now regularly posting short form content on…

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Duck Soup (1933) 1:31:10

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RMR 0266: Special Guest, Nick Santa Maria, from the Abbott and Costello Comedy Historian Podcast, joins your host Russell Guest for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit Duck Soup (1933) [PG] Genre: Comedy, Musical, War Starring: The Marx Brothers, Groucho Marx, Harpo Marx, Chico Marx, Zeppo Marx, Margaret Dumont, Raquel Torres, Louis Calhern,…

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What This Fan Did Will Shock You: Big News for A Christmas Story Fans! | Ep011 9:43

1M ago9:43

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Summary The podcast episode features the host, Yano Anaya, sharing stories and insights about the movie 'A Christmas Story' with the audience. He discusses the impact of the movie on fans, the creation of family traditions, and the immersive experience of the movie's legacy. The episode emphasizes the importance of connecting with loved ones and cr…

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Episode 83 - The Fog 53:54

1M ago53:54

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In this episode, Andy and Stephanie discuss ghost shenanigans and radio as they review John Carpenter’s THE FOG. Andy points out the most disgusting close captioning ever and Stephanie gives a lecture on Samuel Taylor Coleridge. Plus: new segment and a cocktail!

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The Gamma Analysis Episode 105: Daredevil and Elektra Review With Megan from Vigilante Vibes Podcast! 1:00:42

1M ago1:00:42

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This episode of The Gamma Analysis is a review of the films Daredevil and Elektra from the 2000s! I reviewed this with Megan from Vigilante Vibes Podcast! We also talked comparisons between the Directors Cut of Daredevil and the Theatrical Cut, Deadpool and Wolverine Theories, and sexualization of superhero suits. If you want more content from me I…

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Real Genius (1985) 1:48:53

1M ago1:48:53

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RMR 0265: Join your hosts Chad Robinson, Dustin Melbardis, and Lizzy Haynes for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit It Real Genius (1985) [PG] Genre: Comedy, Science Fiction, Romance Starring: Val Kilmer, Gabriel Jarret, Michelle Meyrink, William Atherton, Robert Prescott, Jon Gries, Mark Kamiyama, Ed Lauter, Louis Giambalvo, Patti D'Arbanvi…

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Millennial Nasties + TERRIFIER 1&2 with Ariel Powers-Schaub 1:27:01

1M ago1:27:01

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They're on the screens! They're in your home! They SHOULD be on your mind! Extreme cinema, exploitation, video nasties, whatever you call them, they take theaters by storm once every generation, and tonight we're wringing this moral panic for all it's worth! With the help of returning guest Ariel Powers-Schaub, the BOP Crew charts how the films det…

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Tron (1982) 1:38:38

1M ago1:38:38

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RMR 0264: Special Guest, William Hunter from HunterWick Productions, joins your hosts, Dustin Melbardis, and Russell Guest for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit Tron (1982) [PG] Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure, Action Starring: Jeff Bridges, Bruce Boxleitner, David Warner, Cindy Morgan, Barnard Hughes, Dan Shor, Peter Jurasik, Stuart Tho…

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The Gamma Analysis Episode 104: Mommy? Sorry No It's Mother! Review! With Clayton from The Men Who Like Men Who Like Movies Podcast! 47:07

2M ago47:07

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This episode of The Gamma Analysis is a review of the film Mother! I reviewed this with my friend Clayton from The Men Who Like Men Who Like Movies Podcast! Clayton showed me how this film is the complete story of The Bible. If you want more content from me I'm now regularly posting short form content on TikTok and YouTube! All My Links: https://ww…

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Behind the Laughter: Unwrapping the Male Elf's Secrets | Ep010 36:39

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Summary Drew Hocevar, who played the mischievous male elf in A Christmas Story, shares behind-the-scenes stories and reflects on the film's enduring charm. He talks about how he ended up in the elf suit and his first impression of the role. Drew recalls memorable moments from filming the iconic Santa scenes and the grueling six days of shooting. He…

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Illuminating Origins: Reuben Freed's Legacy and the True Leg Lamp | Ep009 1:05:35

2M ago1:05:35

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Summary This episode of Talking a Christmas Story with the cast delves into the creation of the iconic leg lamp, told by the original creator, Reuben Freed. Freed is an influential, visionary art director in the film industry. While his artistry has graced many notable films (imdb.com), the leg lamp is perhaps the creation he is best known for. Thi…

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The Gamma Analysis Episode 103: Solo Game Night! (Mad Libs, Wikipedia Speedruns, Hulk Quizzes) 1:52:17

2M ago1:52:17

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This episode of The Gamma Analysis I'm going solo for a game night. I played Mad Libs, Wikipedia Speedruns, and Hulk Quizzes! If you want more content from me I'm now regularly posting short form content on TikTok and YouTube! All My Links: https://www.tiktok.com/@smashtrivia https://www.facebook.com/SmashTriviaAugusta https://www.youtube.com/chann…

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Session 9 (2001) 1:47:26

2M ago1:47:26

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RMR 0263: Special Guest, Ellis Wilder, joins your hosts, Chad Robinson, and Lizzy Haynes for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit Session 9 (2001) [R] Genre: Mystery, Drama, Horror Starring: David Caruso, Stephen Gevedon, Paul Guilfoyle, Josh Lucas, Peter Mullan, Brendan Sexton III, Charley Broderick, Lonnie Farmer, Larry Fessenden, Jurian Hu…

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Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street (2007) 1:44:46

2M ago1:44:46

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RMR 0262: Special Guest, Nathan Lutz, joins your hosts, Russell Guest, and Dustin Melbardis for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street (2007) [R] Genre: Musical, Drama, Horror Starring: Johnny Depp, Helena Bonham Carter, Alan Rickman, Timothy Spall, Sacha Baron Cohen, Jamie Campbell Bower, Laura Mi…

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The Hero Without A Cape: How The A Christmas Story Tradition Began | Ep008 1:01:38

2M ago1:01:38

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Summary Erwin Zwilling, the original custodian of Gene Shepard's legacy and producer of A Christmas Story, discusses his journey with the film and the importance of preserving and amplifying its joy. He shares how he worked to generate interest in the missing generations and bring awareness to Gene Shepard's brilliance. The conversation also touche…

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The Gamma Analysis Episode 102: Deadpool and Lego Deadpool Review! With Keith and Mad Trivia John! 1:03:50

2M ago1:03:50

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This episode of The Gamma Analysis is a review of the first Deadpool film from 2016! I reviewed this with Keith and Mad Trivia John from Konsole Kombat! We also talked about a fan made Lego version of the film from Huxley Burg Studios that is absolutely amazing! Check it out here! https://youtu.be/kj8D2aIC4Fg?si=-4iUBfQ0R402YE-E If you want more co…

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