Best Goonies World Podcasts (2024)

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The Black Hack (200th Episode Special): Bane's World 2:35:04

13d ago2:35:04

2:35:04

Flung into another dimension, Farin Bachknife-Origiabi, Nicholas Corso, and Marm Goodwill find themselves in Cape City, a technopolis of skyscrapers and cars in stark contrast to their own magical realm of castles and airships. Fending off police and superpowered vigilantes, the party searches for a way back to Gonen’s World.…

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Hey you guuuys! Life lessons from The Goonies 41:45

1h ago41:45

41:45

Bobby, Josh, and Joe get into a discussion on summer movies and why The Goonies endures as a favorite. Bobby thinks there's more than meets the eye on this childhood favorite and that as a MAM there are some life lessons to be had.By Bobby and Josh

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Episode 84: Gettysburg with Kevin Levin, Waitman Beorn, and Rich Condon 2:03:54

17h ago2:03:54

2:03:54

This week Kevin Levine, Waitman Beorn, and Rich Condon drop in to talk about the most famous battle of the Civil War. We jump into Ted Turner's 1993 production, asking if it is an apologist film, talk about the events surrounding the battle, and talk about our favorite Civil War books and films. About our guests: Waitman Beorn is an assistant profe…

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Serial Hobbyists 34:17

6d ago34:17

34:17

While Josh is long boarding in Hawaii, Bobby and Joe discuss the phenomenon of middle-aged man hobbies. Some of us are prone to falling into them deeply and many times we move on to new ones quickly...By Bobby and Josh

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Episode 83: The Right Stuff with Kevin Rusnak, Tyler Peterson, and Michael Bazemore 1:46:41

8d ago1:46:41

1:46:41

This week Kevin Rusnak, Tyler Peterson, and Michael Bazemore drop into talk about the Cold War, daredevils, and the birth of the Space Program. We have a lot of fun talking about the men and women who made NASA and maybe the coolest movie poster of all time.By Jason Herbert

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Of Mouse and MAM 39:45

13d ago39:45

39:45

Bobby and Josh talk about their beliefs and feelings about the house of mouse, DisneyBy Bobby and Josh

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Episode 82: Blood In Blood Out with Jimmy Santiago Baca and Jimmy Patiño 1:20:29

14d ago1:20:29

1:20:29

This week poet and screenwriter Jimmy Santiago Baca joins Jimmy Patiño and me to talk about his 1993 epic Blood In Blood Out. We talk about Jimmy's life story, the challenges facing Chicanos in the 70s & 80s and the film's legacy today. This is a special pod. Hope you like it. About our guests: Jimmy Santiago Baca is a poet and activist of Chicano …

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Hillbilly Hot Dogs! 46:44

20d ago46:44

46:44

Bobby typically plans everything. But what happens when the dudes hit the road without much of a plan at all?By Bobby and Josh

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Episode 81: Close Encounters of the Third Kind/A Global History of the UFO Phenomenon with Greg Eghigian 1:16:49

21d ago1:16:49

1:16:49

This week Greg Eghigian drops in to talk about Steven Spielberg's first extraterrestrial film and his new book charting the global history of UFO sightings. We get into the histories behind the sightings, how the Cold War affected how we think about space aliens, and whether or not one should put gravy on Devil's Tower. About our guest: Greg is a p…

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Fudge (Top Men) #6: Alexander the Superb 55:12

27d ago55:12

55:12

Following the shock of finding an empty sarcophagus in Alexander’s lost tomb, the Top Men have an ultimate showdown with Belgian archaeologist Jan Donvil and his thugs. An even bigger shock occurs after the fight ends, when the team realizes there’s someone else with them they hadn’t accounted for. After a mad dash across the Nitrian Desert, Black …

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The MAM Drip 47:51

28d ago47:51

47:51

Bobby and Josh talk about the "Drip" of middle aged men. What's important to middle age men when it comes to what they wear in warm weather.By Bobby and Josh

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Episode 80: The Goonies and Generation X with John Wyatt Greenlee, Leah Lagrone, and Jamie Goodall 1:43:36

28d ago1:43:36

1:43:36

This week Jamie Goodall joins #HATM regulars John Wyatt Greenlee and Leah Lagrone to get to the bottom of a serious question: to which generation does The Goonies belong. We are up to no good in this episode and even through in some pirate history to boot. HATM never says die. About our guests: Dr. John Wyatt Greenlee is a medievalist and a cartogr…

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Fudge (Top Men) #5: Domedecahedron 59:32

1M ago59:32

59:32

Pursued by police in Alexandria, the Top Men escape into underground Roman chambers, only to face off with armed tomb robbers. At the harbor, the team meets with a Greek named Athanasios who provides them with scuba gear. After a bloody shark encounter, the divers reach a tunnel leading to a water-free room where a certain sarcophagus lies waiting …

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Girl Dad Gone Wild 43:26

1M ago43:26

43:26

Josh can't dress himself without help, but he thrives in the role of girl dad...and somehow survives even when HoneyBadger is out of town.By Bobby and Josh

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Episode 79: The Birdcage/The History of Queer Miami with Julio Capó, Jr. 1:31:48

1M ago1:31:48

1:31:48

This week Julio Capó, Jr. drops in to talk about The Birdcage. We get into Robin Williams' queer performances, what this film meant then, and what it means now. We also talk about Julio's scholarship of Miami's immigration and LGBTQ+ history, along with our mutual love of Florida. One of the best pods we've ever done. I hope you enjoy. About our gu…

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Fudge (Top Men) #4: Cypriot Separatists 1:01:35

1M ago1:01:35

1:01:35

The Top Men are intensely questioned after landing their stolen Soviet helicopter at a US airbase in West Germany, but are ultimately allowed to leave. Afterwards, the team boards a Greek steamer bound for Alexandria, but the ship is attacked in the night, and a furious gun battle erupts. In Egypt, Stew calls upon an old contact from his days at Ya…

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The Flat Earth Episode 40:08

1M ago40:08

40:08

Bobby tries to convince Josh that he now believes the Earth is flat, but Josh isn't ready to join the movement just yet. This raises the question: how do we know the things we know?By Bobby and Josh

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Episode 78: 21 Jump Street/Policing and the War on Drugs in Schools with Max Felker-Kantor 1:08:29

1M ago1:08:29

1:08:29

This week Max Felker-Kantor and I talk about what may be the world's most unlikely history movie: 21 Jump Street. We talk about the real-life attempts to embed police officers undercover in schools, the rise and fall of D.A.R.E., and the role DARE played in creating the carceral state. This is such a surprising episode with some real revelations an…

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Franklin Episode 8 with Kelsa Pellettierre and Liz Covart 1:28:15

1M ago1:28:15

1:28:15

This week Liz Covart drops in to talk with Kelsa and I about the final episode of Franklin, along with her thoughts on the show as it was. We get into the diplomatic manuevering at Paris, Liz's Codfish moment, the brigand that was William Augustus Bowles and ask if the French lost the American Revolution. About our guest: Liz Covart is a historian …

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Fudge (Top Men) #3: Smash and Grab 1:06:31

2M ago1:06:31

1:06:31

On their way into Germany, the Top Men confront suspected spies aboard their train, but things don’t go as smoothly as planned, and they are rescued from the Stasi’s scrutiny by an unlikely passenger. Once in the town of Ludwigsfelde, the team plans and executes an infiltration into the castle of Baron von Papen, attempting to retrieve Alexander th…

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The Mid-Life Career Change 38:34

2M ago38:34

38:34

Bobby and Josh interview Joe, who, after having established a thriving career and a family decides to take a completely different path.By Bobby and Josh

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Episode 77: Jaws with Melissa Cristina Márquez 59:16

2M ago59:16

59:16

This week marine biologist and world reknowned shark expert Melissa Cristina Márquez dives in to talk all things Jaws. We talk about her career as a scientist, the role of sharks in the ecosystem, and the impact the book and film had on global shark populations. This is a different look for HATM and a lot of fun talking to an inspiring scholar. We'…

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Fudge (Top Men) #2: Top Men Sandwich 59:59

2M ago59:59

59:59

After sneaking into the Basilica Cistern at night, the Top Men navigate the dimly lit underground chamber looking for the X that marks the spot on their map. Discovering a hidden room, they uncover their next clue, directing them towards the German consulate where important records are kept.By Goonie’s World Podcast

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Franklin Episode 7 with Kelsa Pellettiere, Michael Hattem, and Joanne Freeman 1:46:11

2M ago1:46:11

1:46:11

Listen. You don't need to have watched the Franklin series at this point. Listen to THIS POD. This one. Everything you need is here. We've got Kelsa Pellettiere. We have Michael Hattem. We have JOANNE FREEMAN. We have colonial ideologies and diatribes on where an American Revolution series should go. We have disappointment in Michael Douglas. We ha…

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Franklin Episode 6 with Kelsa Pellettiere 1:04:31

2M ago1:04:31

1:04:31

This week Kelsa and I ask the tough questions about the series: Are they spending too much time on Temple? Is Lafayette the best character? How will they resolve the series? Which Founding Father would have had an OnlyFans account? Stick around for the wildest discussion on the American Revolution you've ever heard.…

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The Gen Z Translation 35:52

2M ago35:52

35:52

Bobby discovers that there's a whole new language that he has to learn to relate to his kids and Josh is surprisingly ahead of the game.By Bobby and Josh

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Episode 76: In the Heart of the Sea with Bathsheba Demuth 1:25:32

2M ago1:25:32

1:25:32

This week we are joined Bathsheba Demuth to talk about the Chris Hemsworth-led In The Heart of the Sea. Bathsheba is the author of one of my favorite books, Floating Coast: An Environmental History of the Bering Strait and we talk about the history of whaling, her work with Indigenous communities in the Yukon, and of course, Moby Dick. This is one …

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Fudge (Top Men) #1: Old Turks 57:15

2M ago57:15

57:15

In the 1950s, a shadowy unit of the US Government called the Top Men sends three of its agents on a quest to find the lost tomb of Alexander the Great. In competition with the Soviets, the team begins their mission in Istanbul where they are slated to meet a contact with intel on Alexander’s breastplate.…

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The Dude Trip 46:29

2M ago46:29

46:29

Bobby and Josh head to Miami for a cruise, and Josh conjures up some paranormal activity at sea. But more important: what's the Dude Trip and why are they so necessary?By Bobby and Josh

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Episode 75: Red Dawn with Kathleen Belew 1:06:17

2M ago1:06:17

1:06:17

This week my good friend and native Coloradan Kathleen Belew drops in to talk about the movie that etched the word "wolverines" into our lives forever: Red Dawn. We talk about how Red Dawn depicts Cold War fears on the big screen, and how it has been perceived in the *checks notes* forty years since its release. As usual, Kathleen and I talk about …

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Franklin Episode 5 with Kelsa Pellettiere and Seth Cotlar 1:25:49

2M ago1:25:49

1:25:49

This week the legendary Seth Cotlar joins in with Kelsa and me to talk about Episode 5 of Franklin. We get into the dynamics between John Adams and Benjamin Franklin, talk about the need for more meat some of these storylines, and address the needs of the colonies to those of Ukraine in the present day. It's another great trip to the 18th century.…

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Episode 74: Inside Out with Agnes Arnold-Forster 1:15:18

2M ago1:15:18

1:15:18

This week Agnes Arnold-Forster jumps in to talk about the emotional roller coaster that is Pixar's Inside Out. We talk about how historians have conceptualized emotions, their role in the human experience, and Agnes' new book which charts the history of nostalgia. This is such a cool pod because we go places we rarely get to visit. I hope you dig i…

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SPIRIT #7: Q&Aliens 59:57

3M ago59:57

59:57

Bing, Bart, and River are surprised when the three non-human entities they met in the darkened woods agree to answer their questions. However, there is a substantial catch. After their encounter, they head back to Fairbanks, satisfied they’ve achieved their goals. But before Bing and Bart leave Alaska, the whole team decides to drop in on their acq…

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Franklin Episode 4 with Kelsa Pellettiere and Lindsay Chervinsky 1:14:57

2M ago1:14:57

1:14:57

This week HATM friend Lindsay Chervinsky drops in to talk about Episode 4 of Franklin. We talk about the very real possibility all of this could fail, spies galore, a young Louis XVI (with a head!) and a villainous John Adams? Join in with us now! About our guest: Dr. Lindsay M. Chervinsky is a presidential historian. She is the author of the award…

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Episode 73: Gidget and the rise of California beach culture with Elsa Devienne 1:13:14

3M ago1:13:14

1:13:14

This week Elsa Devienne drops in to talk about Gidget and the history and transformation of the California beach. We get into the fascination with the US and the environment, as well as the influence of Hawaii on California beach culture. We also jump into issues of body image, gender dynamics, and queer representation in beach movies and the globa…

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SPIRIT #6: Sascrotch 1:06:32

3M ago1:06:32

1:06:32

Having encountered a hostile Bigfoot while investigating the crashed pyramid UFO and its badly burnt occupants, the team tries to deescalate a dangerous situation. Following that, they land in the tiny village of Anaktuvuk Pass where the next day, they travel to the sight of the newly formed mound that River had spotted before.…

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Franklin Episodes 1-3 with Kelsa Pellettiere and Craig Bruce Smith 1:39:23

3M ago1:39:23

1:39:23

This week begins our first episode covering the new series on Apple TV, FRANKLIN, starring Michael Douglas. Each week we'll recap the episode, fill in with historical backstory, and offer plenty of snark. We have a permanent cohost for the series in Kelsa Pelletiere, one of the foremost Franklin scholars in the world. And we'll rotate in new guests…

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Episode 72: Robocop and guns in America with Drew McKevitt 1:25:40

3M ago1:25:40

1:25:40

This week Drew McKevitt returns to talk about Robocop (1987). We get into depictions of Detroit as a failed city and of Robocop as both the commercial answer to the Terminator and maybe the antithesis of Dirty Harry. And we dive deep into Drew’s new book to talk about the rise of the gun culture in the United States. Hanging with Drew is always a b…

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SPIRIT #5: Big Feet 58:45

3M ago58:45

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After meeting a suspicious man in the airport hangar, Bing, Bart, and River take to the skies, headed towards a mysterious mound. Along the way, their attention is diverted to a column of smoke coming from the ground below, and the team lands for a closer inspection.By Goonie’s World Podcast

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Episode 71: A Knight's Tale with Thomas Lecaque, John Wyatt Greenlee, and Anna Waymack 1:37:15

3M ago1:37:15

1:37:15

This week the pod welcomes back Thomas Lecaque and John Wyatt Greenlee along with #HATM newcomer Anna Waymack to talk about maybe the best medieval movie ever made: A Knight's Tale. We talk Chaucer, romance, Heath Ledger, the Black Prince, and that fucking soundtrack. Let's go. About our guests: Thomas Lecaque is an associate professor of History a…

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SPIRIT #4: The Cabin in the Woods 1:01:49

3M ago1:01:49

1:01:49

Self-proclaimed cryptozoologist Bart Garfinkle and gonzo journalist Bing Kingsley team up once again to investigate Bigfoot and other mysteries in the Alaska Triangle. After arriving at a log cabin in Fairbanks, they get a visit from a vaguely familiar local man who mentions strange lights in the sky. Afterwards, they meet up with bush pilot River …

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Episode 70: Munich with Jeffrey Melnick and Erik M. Baker 1:35:21

3M ago1:35:21

1:35:21

This week Jeff Melnick and Erik Baker jump in to talk about Steven Spielberg's Munich. We talk about the history behind the attacks in 1972, why they were relevant in 2005, and why they remain relevant today. And yes, we absolutely discuss the warfare and attempted genocide in Palestine today. This is a really important conversation and I hope that…

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Episode 69: The Mambo Kings and Cuban Music with Christina Abreu 1:04:19

3M ago1:04:19

1:04:19

This week Christina Abreu drops in to discuss Cuban-American history, Cuban music, and the representation of Cubans in film. We explore the origins and characteristics of Cuban music, as well as the migration of Cubans to the United States in the 1950s. We also discuss the relationship between Cuban-Americans and other Latino groups, as well as the…

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Sky Whalers of Jupiter! #3: Harshpoon 58:01

4M ago58:01

58:01

The sky whalers clash with a Saturnian Shiftbeast aboard the Lodestone, leading to an alarming outcome for one. Later, as the Jovians attempt to haul their prize back to Port Hallwark, they are confronted by Captain Michel in his ship the Calypso. A knock-down-drag-out battle inevitably follows.By Goonie’s World Podcast

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Masters of the Air: Episode 9 and Final Recap with Sarah Myers, Colin Colbourn, and Luke Truxal 1:42:11

4M ago1:42:11

1:42:11

We've reached the end of the mission here at Historians At The Movies. This week Sarah, Colin, Luke and I talk about the final thrust of the air war in Germany, POW camps and escape attempts, Rosie's legacy, and the melancholy of leaving the war behind. We also give our final thoughts about the series, where to place it alongside Band of Brothers a…

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Episode 68: Smokey and the Bandit with Karen Cox 1:27:28

4M ago1:27:28

1:27:28

This week Karen L. Cox swings by to talk about the South, the 70s, and why Burt Reynolds was so damn cool. This is probably the first time you’ve heard Smokey and the Bandit on a history podcast, but that’s what we are here for. This one is fun. About our guest: Karen L. Cox is an award-winning historian and a Distinguished Lecturer for the Organiz…

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Sky Whalers of Jupiter! #2: Ambergris 1:03:05

4M ago1:03:05

1:03:05

As Xavier Barbeau hangs suspended in Jupiter’s deep atmosphere hunting the legendary Blubberalla, Philbert Edward Glass and Dr. Anias Ambercrom are attacked by kite creatures onboard the HMS Jover. Afterwards, as they continue their journey, Philbert’s compass starts to spin wildly, and they spot what must be the Lodestone, drifting in the clouds. …

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Masters of the Air: Episode 8 with Sarah Myers, Colin Colbourn, and Luke Truxal 1:24:11

4M ago1:24:11

1:24:11

This week Sarah, Colin, and Luke drop in to talk about the penultimate episode of Masters of the Air. We've a lot to talk about in this episode- inlcuding the air war in Italy and Romania, which highlighs the strategic and tactical operations of the 15th Air Force and the role of the Tuskegee Airmen. We also revist the prison camp storyline, to tal…

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Episode 67: Dune: Part Two with Mary Hicks and Margari Hill 1:43:09

4M ago1:43:09

1:43:09

This week Mary Hicks and Margari Hill drop in to talk all things DUNE. We focus on Dune Part 2 but also talk about the historical influences on Frank Herbert as he wrote Dune, along with how Dune influenced the science fiction and fantasy that came afterward. We talk about the parallels between the fictional universe and historical events, such as …

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Sky Whalers of Jupiter! #1: Race for the Lodestone Ship 57:24

4M ago57:24

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On the floating Jovian city of Port Hallwark, three sky whalers are on their way to an appointment when they are ambushed by Saturnian thugs. After a chaotic brawl, Lord Dol De Venus, their sometime employer, offers them a contract to find and retrieve a strange ship that may contain great treasure. Unfortunately, the unsavory Captain Michel also h…

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