Best Filmbuffs Podcasts (2024)

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Underrated Talents Week: Filmmaker Michael Cimino Retrospect (with mega filmbuff Joe Vestano) 43:30

3d ago43:30

43:30

The third week of June, we decide to spend that week doing tributes to varioius underrated entertainers both in-person & from afar! First on the docket, I welcome filmbuff Joe Vestano on to discuss the once-popular turned (wrongfully) infamous filmmaker Michael Cimino (The Deer Hunter, Year of the Dragon, Heaven's Gate) and why the man's ego crippl…

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Michael Cimino's Social Class Themed Trilogy: Heaven's Gate, Year of the Dragon & Desperate Hours (with Film Critic Anthony Francis!) 1:34:34

1h ago1:34:34

1:34:34

Following praise for the cult underground filmmaker Michael Cimino, we continue this week with a focus on three films of his that share themes on the American social class system. Is Heaven's Gate known mainly for the behind the scenes drama or have viewers actually witnessed it? Is Year of the Dragon Cimino's movie or does Oliver Stone scripting m…

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Interview with Podcaster & Author Seth Andrews (True Stories, Thinking Atheist) 28:43

3h ago28:43

28:43

We close out the week with Podcaster & Author Seth Andrews. After discussing how he got involved with both Thinking Atheist and his history podcast True Stories, Seth gets to promotes his upcoming audio book & explains other methods on getting comfortable with creating entertainment for listener's ears! Check out Seth's website for updates: ⁠https:…

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Modeling Roundtable Discussion (with Special Guest Lumen Foxx!) 42:11

6h ago42:11

42:11

Lumen Foxx stops by to illustrate the talented photographers, different art forms and tips she recommends for anyone looking to start their modeling career. On this roundtable, we mainly jump into the thick of pressing issues, cliches & other concerns regarding this professional lifestyle and try to come up with some solutions! Check out Lumen's da…

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Q&A with R&B Music Artist Joney 1:00:32

1d ago1:00:32

1:00:32

The beyond talented R&B music artist Joney opened up at Starconz hosted events in Dallas/Fort Worth but what is it about her electonic beats, soothing voice & endless energy that sets her apart? Get to know this neat music talent on her indie career journey and be sure to check out her material: ⁠https://linktr.ee/joneypmusic⁠ MAIN LINKS: LinkTree:…

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Underrated Talents Week: Sublime Music Band Special (with Good Times Great Movies! host Douglas McCambridge) 31:49

2d ago31:49

31:49

The multi-genre band Sublime gets a lovely tribute courtesy of guest Douglas McCambridge (the host of Good Times Great Movies! Podcast). Why did this band successfully mix R&B, Ska, Soul, Alt. Rock, Punk & Reggae together? When did the modern-day resurrection in the form of Sublime with Rome take off? Why are their NSFW lyrics actually okay for the…

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A Minisode Update on the Best & Worst Streaming Services (with Brandon Moore) 22:03

6d ago22:03

22:03

Returning guest Brandon Moore stops by for this side panel where we talk about what streaming services we're likely still going to be loyal to in the next half decade. Why did anyone ACTUALLY think they'd save money by cutting the cord? Why should you still have SOME physical media when every other thing eventually gets omitted from a streaming ser…

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Star Wars Vs. Star Trek Vs. Lord of the Rings Geek-Out! (with Treksperts Podcasts Keith M. Sedor!) 44:59

7d ago44:59

44:59

Outside of the usual franchise overviews, we decide again what makes Star Wars & Trek stand out in their own special way (with Lord of the Rings coming in as an occasional rival). Keith M. Sedor (Just Pour the Milk!, Treksperts Podcast) offers his usual hot takes and geekdom on display! MAIN LINKS: LinkTree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast⁠ Facebook…

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Character Versus Matches Special (with Oreo Brewer) 52:13

8d ago52:13

52:13

One of inevitably soon-to-be several fictional character versus matches specials occurs this Wednesday. Constant reoccuring guest Oreo Brewer gets to decide which of the many gangsters, killer cyborgs, demons, spies & other comic book/movie/TV/videogame characters have an actual chance in the many death matches Cam organizes! MAIN LINKS: LinkTree: …

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SUITS TV Saga Review with Alan Mygatt-Tauber (from But I Played One on TV Podcast) 1:07:55

9d ago1:07:55

1:07:55

A lowdown on the once popular USA Network show SUITS occurs thanks to exclusive guest Alan Mygatt-Tauber (from But I Played One on TV Podcast). Why did it take a Netflix resurgence for people to remember that this show was once hot shit? Is it essentially L.A. Law on steroids or does it measure up to some of the other post-Breaking Bad type primeti…

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Vs. Matches Week: Speed Movie Franchise Review (with Johnny Potoky, Jon Mark & new trivia!) 51:26

10d ago51:26

51:26

We treat listeners to the ultimate fast-paced SPEED movie saga tribute. John Potoky (Attack of the B-Movies Podcast) returns to sum up the plot mechanics while Cam teases Jon on the various trivia stated on the @50MPHPod. We also include some of the best moments via audio clip as well as share Siskel & Ebert's infamously positive review of the ofte…

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Sharknado & Lavalantula Saga Review (with Author Ramon Youseph of Ramon Writes Blog) 2:01:41

14d ago2:01:41

2:01:41

Author Ramon Youseph (of the Ramon Writes Blog) sums up The Asylum's SHARKNADO mockbuster franchise & the SyFy Channel crossover LAVALANTULA. Are B-movies just becoming too much for their own good or are they a misunderstood art form? Are monster movies just a labor of love? What are your favorite sendups of all the giant creature features and Kaij…

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A Ranking of the Villains in the Jason Bourne Movie Saga (with Kelsey & Maddie from The Oscars Got It Wrong Podcast!) 1:32:11

15d ago1:32:11

1:32:11

Kelsey & Maddie (from The Oscars Got It Wrong Podcast) chime in on their favorite antagonists, assassins & other renegade spies of the JASON BOURNE franchise. Which minor antagonist has a bigger role in THE BOURNE CONSPIRACY videogame? Which organized villain showed his hand way too soon? Which one is truly pulling all the strings? Find out in this…

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Big Boss Week: Klaus Kinski’s Nosferatu Films Review (with JJ & Tom) 59:54

16d ago59:54

59:54

JJ & Tom jump back on the show to illustrate Werner Herzog's illuminating version of NOSFERATU (and the unrelated and ill-fated '80s sequel). We also do many allusions to the themes, imagery, foreshadowing, characterizations, actors & film framing with music clips from the film! MAIN LINKS: LinkTree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast⁠ Facebook Page: ⁠…

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Big Boss Week: The Best Villains on BABYLON 5 Special (with Downbelow's Will Johnson) 50:32

17d ago50:32

50:32

Will Johnson (Downbelow: A B5 Podcast) returns for the final BABYLON 5 themed discussion for this year. After detailing our favorite antoagnists and the solid mystery filled writing, we also do an updated ranking & other favorite highlights of the saga! MAIN LINKS: LinkTree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast⁠ Facebook Page: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/J…

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Recommended True Crime/History Podcasts Update (with Jennifer Goller & Lisa Marks from What I Had Heard Was Podcast!) 1:05:59

20d ago1:05:59

1:05:59

Podcasting duo Jennifer Goller & Lisa Marks (What I Had Heard Was Podcast!) sit at the roundtable to help Cam find more recent podcasts that back up their research, add amusing hosts and recommend rather groundbreaking True Crime/History Podcasts to each other! MAIN LINKS: LinkTree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast⁠ Facebook Page: ⁠https://www.facebo…

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4 Classic Vietnam War Movies Retrospect- The Deer Hunter, Apocalypse Now, Platoon & Full Metal Jacket (with Anthony Francis!) 47:17

21d ago47:17

47:17

Film critic Anthony Francis returns to help reevaluate the 4 key Vietnam War era movies that changed cinema. The Deer Hunter, Apocalypse Now, Platoon & Full Metal Jacket all get contrasted with each getting some compliments for moments that given enough praise. Hamburger Hill, Casualties of War & the cinema landscape at that time also get special m…

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Social Topics Roundtable: Dissecting Commonplace Controversies with Radell Lewis (Purple Political Breakdown) 1:05:46

22d ago1:05:46

1:05:46

Radell Lewis (from the Purple Political Breakdown Podcast) helps sum up good ideas ruined by political agendas, personal safety, workplace sensitivity & other polarizing topics that really have put society back in most unwelcome corner currently witnessed by mankind. What hot button issue really seems to be an instant shouting match? Why don't we f…

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Best Moments of the Battlestar Galactica Shows (with all-star cast!) 1:46:21

23d ago1:46:21

1:46:21

Another all-star group of newer and returning podcast pals touch base on a whole new planet to sum up the highlights and favorite moments from either era of BATTLESTAR GALACTICA. We sum up what the '70s show did best while also heavily detailing the modern version, its intriguing questions, divisive characters & pretty clever material set-up! OUR G…

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Infiltration Week Minisode: A History of the Classic Noir Characters Sam Spade & Philip Marlowe 22:03

24d ago22:03

22:03

I do a mini-breakdown of the Classic Noir private eye characters Sam Spade & Philip Marlowe by outlining their appearances in various media! MUSIC TRACKS USED: Night on the Docks - Sax by Kevin MacLeod https://incompetech.com/ License: CC BY 3.0 https://goo.gl/Yibru5 Just As Soon by Kevin MacLeod https://incompetech.com/ License: CC BY 3.0 https://…

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Retrospect on The Matrix Film, Anime, Comics & Videogame Saga with David E. Mebus (Fun Fact Friday, Medus Pod) 2:05:15

27d ago2:05:15

2:05:15

You want a focus on EVERYTHING related to The Matrix? You got it with exclusive guest David E. Mebus (from both Fun Fact Friday and the Medus Pod)! A ginormous chat on the four films, the videogame tie-ins, the short-lived complimentary comic book and groundbreaking anime compilation film takes place. We also focus on less discussed aspects, tech a…

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Mission: Impossible Comics & Videogames Spotlight (with Charles Hood from Light the Fuse Podcast!) 43:30

28d ago43:30

43:30

The penultimate episode for this week revolves around the Mission: Impossible themed comic book tie-ins and videogame spin-offs. Which ones were worth seeking out? Which ones were essentially released unfinished? Charles Hood (Light the Fuse Podcast) gets to geek out and share his thoughts! MAIN LINKS: LinkTree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast⁠ Face…

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Cyberpunk Week: The Best Moments of Babylon 5 (with Roger Priebe, William Bregnard, Oreo Brewer & Yum Yum Pod’s Ryan Sliwinski!) 2:08:57

29d ago2:08:57

2:08:57

Our exclusive guests (Roger Priebe, William Bregnard, Oreo Brewer & Yum Yum Pod’s Ryan Sliwinski) all help sum up the memorable, epic and mind-blowing moments of the still captivating BABYLON 5 franchise. Plus, we all get to do an updated ranking of the series after a brief ad break! MAIN LINKS: LinkTree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast⁠ Facebook Pa…

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Cyberpunk Week: Ballistic Ecks Vs. Sever Videogames Retrospect (with Shane O’Hare from Dynamic Resolution Podcast & Geekscape Network) 1:33:47

1M ago1:33:47

1:33:47

I'm treated to an exclusive guest (Shane O'Hare from Dynamic Resolution Podcast and contributor to Geekscape Network) and we get to discuss the two popular videogames that were released prior to the infamous movie they accompanied: BALLISTIC: ECKS VS. SEVER. We get to talk about GameBoy Advance days, different game developers, social trends, DOOM/D…

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Cyberpunk Week: Comic Book Novelizations of Cult Movies Freejack & Demolition Man (with Keith M. Sedor & Jon Mark) 2:01:19

1M ago2:01:19

2:01:19

We do an exclusive double feature on the early '90s dystopia SciFi Action films FREEJACK and DEMOLITION MAN. We cover their comic book companion pieces as well as why both have endured a critcal bashing and welcoming moviegoer audience all these years later. MAIN LINKS: LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com…

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Exclusive Interview with Podcast Host Keith "Tattness" McCleary 55:57

1M ago55:57

55:57

I conduct an Interview with Podcast Host Keith "Tattness" McCleary (The Tattness Podcast). He get to talk about his military training going awry, his recognition in magazines, moving from Ontario to Alberta, messing with accounting during college, how he got into internet radio and his many connections to the MMA world! MAIN LINKS: LinkTree: https:…

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Walking Tall Movies Chat (with Gil & Tom!) 1:27:45

1M ago1:27:45

1:27:45

A breakdown on the various WALKING TALL movies starring tough guys like Joe Don Baker, Bo Svenson, The Rock & Kevin Sorbo all get a highlight. We also discuss the real life Buford Pusser character the concept is based on, how this series handles revenge genre tropes & even recast this as an R-rated Muppet parody. Tune in! MAIN LINKS: LinkTree: ⁠htt…

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Battlestar Galactica (SyFy Channel Era) Review with Travis Bow (Reel Comic Heroes, Minute of Thieves), Robert Bernard & Gio (SciFi Remnant) and William Bregnard (Future War Stories Blog) 2:30:29

1M ago2:30:29

2:30:29

We get to sum up the overall flawless nature of the modern-made, thematically gripping and addicting thrills of SyFy Channel's multi-award winning BATTLESTAR GALACTICA. Travis Bow (Reel Comic Heroes, Minute of Thieves), Robert Bernard & Gio (SciFi Remnant) and William Bregnard (Future War Stories Blog) all chime in on what still draws viewers to th…

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Armed Forces Week: Salvage Marines TV Show Discussion Minisode 17:24

1M ago17:24

17:24

I cover the new PopcornFlix produced web series SALVAGE MARINES which is now available on most free streaming sites. Are Casper Van Dien (Starship Troopers) and Peter Shinkoda (Daredevil TV show) able to elevate the material? Is it rather attention-getting in its short episode count? While looking bigger than its budget, what main shortcoming needs…

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Armed Forces Week: Lord of the Rings Videogames Chat (with gamer Kyla Thornton, Sydney superfan Daniel Lewis & Talking SMAC's Josh Skaar) 1:47:56

1M ago1:47:56

1:47:56

Gamer Kyla Thornton, Aussie superfan Daniel Lewis & Talking SMAC Podcast host Josh Skaar all stop by to sum up the good, the bad, the ugly & the bizarre videogames based on the various incarnations of LORD OF THE RINGS! Why did the Gollum game flop so bad? Which of the movie tie-ins were really addicting? Which of the original ones based on the nov…

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Exclusive Chat with Filmmaker Josh Monkarsh (As We Know It)! 1:04:26

1M ago1:04:26

1:04:26

In this sitdown with indie filmmaker Josh Monkarsh, we get to discuss his zombie comedy As We Know It, how underrated communication is, the perfect compromise to shot scripts versus storyboarding, pitch meetings, working with investors and how to avoid disparaging critical reviews to your mid-budget movies! MAIN LINKS: LinkTree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/…

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Star Wars Saga Ranked Pt.2 + Videogames, Comics & Books Overview 2:18:49

1M ago2:18:49

2:18:49

In this conclusion to the STAR WARS chat supervised by Guest Judge "Yoda," our guests conclude our overview of the movies and shows while making a dedication in the last hour to what are still the most agreeable books, games and graphic novels to date. Additional discussion loosely connected to the topic includes: * jokes about the fandom * the mos…

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Jurassic Park Novels & Jurassic World Tie-In Books Review (with Daniel & Jak from Jurassic Fans Podcast!) 1:24:45

1M ago1:24:45

1:24:45

Daniel & Jak (the Jurassic Fans Podcast duo) return once more and this time, we're talking about the original Michael Crichton JURASSIC PARK novels as well as the short-lived JURASSIC WORLD book tie-ins. Why do these surprisingly have a large number of bad reviews despite the initial positive reception by critics and readers? What are the major mov…

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Doctor Who Saga Tribute (with another all-star cast!) 2:04:12

2M ago2:04:12

2:04:12

Another batch of first-timers and returning crew band together to buzz each other on trivia, detoxify the fanbase & reflect on the international appeal of the one, the only DOCTOR WHO franchise! Check out our guests below: Stephen Epley (Music Rewind Podcast): ⁠https://twitter.com/MusicRewindPod⁠ Jace Atkins (Deep Jace Nine on Twitter): ⁠https://tw…

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Disasters Week: Fast & Furious Movie Franchise Ranking (with Kathy Bright, Rick Ives & Josh Hansen) 1:57:35

2M ago1:57:35

1:57:35

This trio (Kathy Bright, Josh Hansen & Filmmaker Rick Ives) sit down to sum up the crazily bizarre FAST & FURIOUS franchise. How many more of these will Universal churn out? Why make sense of them when they keep breaking their own rules? Do most prefer it when it's more absurd or less campy? Get ready for the ultimate vroom vroom summary! MAIN LINK…

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Interview with Actor, Producer & Entrepreneur Jesus Nebot 1:16:34

2M ago1:16:34

1:16:34

In this lovely sitdown, we chat with actor/producer/entrepreneur Jesus Nebot. His TV guest spots include NYPD Blue & Arrested Development and you might've seen him in the HBO action film Final Voyage as well as the indepently produced yet still timely adventure drama No Turning Back (which he also co-directed/co-wrote/co-produced). Mr. Nebot is gra…

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Interview with Metroplex Atheist non-profit organization President Umair Khan & Social Media Director Julie Weston 1:03:48

2M ago1:03:48

1:03:48

In this privileged sitdown, two of the main minds from the Metroplex Atheist non-profit organization sit down to detail Meetup groups, the local Secular Democrats groups, how to connect with non-profit groups & how anyone can get involved with political action committees. Follow President Umair Khan, Social Media Director Julie Weston & the other h…

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Social Topics Special: Sex Workers & the Misunderstandings They Endure (with Elite Model Amy Taylor!) 1:44:29

2M ago1:44:29

1:44:29

In this social awareness special, we try giving a voice to sex workers worldwide. We talk unionizing this kind of industry, cite some polls that better explain the prejudices & more open chats on why this shouldn't be a topic shied away from in 2024. Follow Elite Model Amy Taylor on her site here: ⁠https://www.amytaylor.com/privatemodel/about-me/⁠ …

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Pop Culture Analysis Week: TV Music Composer Robert Duncan Tribute 7:50

2M ago7:50

7:50

I host a brief overview on TV show composer Robert Duncan, who's credits include: Starhunter 2030, Buffy, Point Pleasant, Castle, The Gates, The Family & the new CBS version of The Equalizer. I play an extended sample from his best known work for The Unit while also detailing other productions he contributed to for TV heavyweight Shawn Ryan (Nash B…

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Pop Culture Analysis Week: The U.S. & U.K.'s Movie & TV Program Differences (with Watch If You Can’s Liam & Dave!) 1:17:53

2M ago1:17:53

1:17:53

Watch If You Can podcast duo Liam & Dave sum up the many programs that are popular in the U.K. but not the U.S. (and vice-versa). Did you know that King of the Hill, 24 & Frasier had a huge U.K. following? Why do some U.S. viewers assume many U.K. viewers are up to speed on Spooks, Ted Lasso & Sherlock just based on association? All that and other …

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Interview with Rock Musicians-Podcasters Mark Ball & Daeron Wilson 1:26:11

2M ago1:26:11

1:26:11

We assemble the final music/podcasters themed Q&A for this week. Mark Ball & Daeron Wilson have spent time wearing both hats. They share tips-and-tricks on starting a rock band, memories on producing the Doing the Nasty podcast, Daeron's experience doing canvas painting, their movie interests and finding self expression in a post-Punk Rock world! S…

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Exclusive Interview with Musician, Sound Mixer & Podcast Host-Producer Ricky Morgan! 50:05

2M ago50:05

50:05

Podcaster, Musician & Sound Mixer Ricky Morgan gets a Q&A that night. We note his music tours in Kentucky, his Tennessse farmlife & how he's often mistaken for Journey frontman Steve Perry! MAIN LINKS: LinkTree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast⁠ Facebook Page: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/JackedUpReviewShow/⁠ Facebook Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/gr…

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Exclusive Interview with Al Mega (Comic Crusaders Podcast & Blog)! 1:06:18

2M ago1:06:18

1:06:18

Al Mega (Comic Crusaders Podcast/Blog Site) gets his moment in the sun illustrating all the conventions he's networked at, his tools for the best way of putting on a show, his personal growth as a human being & other ways to not suffer fools while making the world of entertainment be your dayjob! MAIN LINKS: LinkTree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast…

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Radio Saviors Week: Influential Music Albums Part II (with Mike Ensing) 52:11

2M ago52:11

52:11

Mike Ensing is back and we let him have his corner to heap praise upon his personal recommended music albums from the past that still ring true for the present. Everything from Springstreen to the Stones to other deep cuts get applause! MAIN LINKS: LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/JackedUpReviewShow/ F…

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Radio Saviors Week: Highly Ranked '90s Film and Music History Special (with Not Faulty Just Blank's Phil) 56:14

2M ago56:14

56:14

Phil (from the Not Faulty Just Blank Podcast) sits me down to discuss some of the trashy, amusing & downright laughable material that ranked high at one point on the '90s Film and Music charts! MAIN LINKS: LinkTree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast⁠ Facebook Page: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/JackedUpReviewShow/⁠ Facebook Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.co…

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Bonus Interview with Comedy Writer Joey Clift 44:44

2M ago44:44

44:44

The Native American comedy genre writer gets to go beyond discussing embracing his heritage into details on gaming, hosting talk show panels, his training Second City & UCB, his brief stint writing for Scare Tactics, finding progressive material, blogging for the Nerdist site and screenplay tips-and-tricks he thinks are useful. We also get a peak b…

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Monty Python Retrospect Part 1 (with Gil Palmer, Mike Ensing, JJ & Tom!) 1:15:34

2M ago1:15:34

1:15:34

Mike, Gil, JJ & Tom join me for the first roundtable on the still beloved MONTY PYTHON comedy group. We get to cover first the 2 seasons, give an overview of the saga, detail lesser known yet key contributors to the pre-Python days and hint at other aspects we'll detail as well! MAIN LINKS: LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page: htt…

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Classic Comedy Week: TV Mascots & Small-Screen Commercial Icons (with JJ Bruno) 1:29:07

2M ago1:29:07

1:29:07

James Bruno returns and this time we take a crack at amusing informercials, recurring live TV programs & infamous mascots for all the more crazy products! MAIN LINKS: LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/JackedUpReviewShow/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2452329545040913 Twitter: https://t…

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Classic Comedy Week: Best Boston Legal Moments (with Happiest Sad Person’s Alessandra Jacobs!) 1:09:13

2M ago1:09:13

1:09:13

Alessandra Jacobs (Happiest Sad Person Podcast) returns and this time, we try to make sense of the most amusing yet poorly run law firm setting on BOSTON LEGAL. Why is Alan Shore a danger to himself and others? Why does Denny Crane give Donald Trump a run for his money in terms of ruining everyone else's fun? What recent online quotes and using epi…

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Classic Comedy Week: The Best Moments of The Office (with Disc-Connected’s Ryan Verrill!) 1:08:20

2M ago1:08:20

1:08:20

Disc-Connected’s Ryan Verrill stops by to sum up, describe & make extra clear the moments that propelled the U.S. version of TV's THE OFFICE to the comedic masterpiece it rightfully claims. Why does this show bring even nitwits out of their shell? If it wasn't at a paper company, where would it be set now? If they didn't pick the mockumentary style…

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