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'Too Much Information' is a new iHeartRadio podcast that gives you the secret history, behind-the-scenes details and little-known fascinating facts about your favorite movies, music, TV shows and more. The series is brought to you by two trivia titans with too much free time. Jordan Runtagh and Alex Heigl are big-time pop culture nerds and longtime listicle writers who've worked at Rolling Stone, People, Entertainment Weekly, VH1, and Page Six. Now they're let off the leash and ready to dive ...
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Karate & Guns is a podcast that examines and reviews those overlooked gems of cinema, ACTION MOVIES. If there's asses whooped, or thoraxes perforated, Karate & Guns is all over it.
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Plunging into the personal playlists of remarkable individuals as we explore the songs that shaped their lives. Get ready for provocative discussions, filthy humor, and daring questions that aim to both entertain and enlighten. Gain fresh perspectives on your favorite creatives as they share their moments of laughter, tears, and heartfelt inspiration through a playlist of their all-time favorite songs. Tune in and join the laughter—share your story on Music Junkies today!
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Jordan and Alex take a trip to True Crime country and it drive them to the brink of insanity as they unravel the tangled web of the most famous haunted house in America. You'll learn about the horrific real-life murder at the center of the story, which took place at 112 Ocean Avenue in 1974 and claimed the life of six members of the DeFeo family. T…
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Send us a Text Message. In Episode 114, Pete & Paul review M. Night Shymalan's "Trap", starring Josh Hartnett, Ariel Donoghue, and featuring Saleka Shyamalan, his daughter. Next, they review "Harold & the Purple Crayon", based on the children's book and starring Zachary Levi, Lil' Rel Howery, and Zooey Deschanel. Then, they review the Netflix Rom-C…
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Your Pop Art impresarios of pretty awesome facts are back to examine a groundbreaking album that lobbed a grimy East Coast grenade into the Summer of Love. In addition to droning on about drones and other avant-garde musicians of the period, Jordan and Alex offer the behind-the-scenes drama of band patron Andy Warhol’s Factory scene, a partial hist…
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Send us a Text Message. Brothers Pete and Paul Escarcega, are joined by Drew Stewart, to discuss "Beverly Hills Cop". With the release of Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F, we’re revisiting the film that transformed Eddie Murphy into a Superstar! Nominated for Best Screenplay, Beverly Hills Cop launched the Action comedy genre into another stratosphere. Th…
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Send us a Text Message. In Episode 112, Pete & Paul review the #1 Anticipated Movie of the Year "Deadpool & Wolverine", starring Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman, and Emma Corrin, and directed by Shawn Levy. Next, they review "My Spy: Eternal City", the sequel starring Dave Bautista, Chloe Coleman, Ken Jeoung, Craig Robinson, and Kristin Schaal. To Watc…
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Your sensei’s of pop culture trivia celebrate the 40th anniversary of one of Heigl’s formative influences. You’ll learn how the Karate Kid led Clint Eastwood to ban all Coca-Cola products from his sight, the real life war heroes Mr. Miyagi's story sheds light on, Pat Norita’s surprising early career as a boundary-pushing Catskills comic, all the le…
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Send us a Text Message. In Episode 111, Pete & Paul review the remake "Twisters", the tornado-chasing action flick starring Glen Powell and Daisy Edgar-Jones. Next, they review "Fly Me to the Moon", the Rom-Com Moon landing flick starring Channing Tatum, Scarlett Johansson, and Woody Harrelson. Then, they dive into the Psychological thriller "Long …
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Ever wondered how a childhood actress transforms into a mesmerizing Marilyn Monroe? Join us on this captivating episode of Music Junkies, where we sit down with the incredibly talented Erin Gavin. From her high school experiences and early crushes to the unforgettable melodies of U2 that accompanied her upbringing, Erin shares her heartfelt journey…
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Today Jordan and Alex set the sights on one of the most unique albums of the ‘90s, which turns 30 years old this summer. The record is a tantalizing glimpse at one of the great unfulfilled musical promises of the decade. Jeff Buckley was a one-of-a-kind talent who was at the start of what seemed like a long, and fascinating career when he drowned i…
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Send us a Text Message. MOVIE: Klute (1958) WHERE CAN WE WATCH: Apple/Amazon (Rent/Buy) DIRECTED BY: Alan J. Pakula (All the President’s Men, Sophie’s Choice, Pelican Brief) WRITTEN BY: Andy & David Lewis (12 O’Clock High, The Virginian) STARS: Jane Fonda, Donald Sutherland, Charles Cioffi, Roy Scheider PREMISE: A small-town detective searching for…
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What happens when classical music meets rock and roll? Join us on Music Junkies as we chat with the extraordinary Joel Hoekstra, a guitarist whose vibrant journey spans from the classical influence of his accomplished musician parents to the electrifying world of rock music. Joel shares the pivotal moments that defined his career, from being inspir…
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Your titans of trivia are back for the ultimate showdown of nerdery as they quiz one another on their pet obsessions. Alex tests Jordan on everything related to the Titanic disaster, while Jordan asks Alex about all things punk rock. It's a smorgasbord of scatalogical, sentimental and stimulating anecdotes, with a (un)healthy dose of conversational…
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Send us a Text Message. In Episode 110, Pete & Paul review the fourth installment of the Eddie Murphy classic "Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F", also starring Kevin Bacon and Joseph Gordon-Levitt. Next, Pete reviews Illumination's "Despicable Me 4", which brings back the voices of Steve Carell and Kristin Wiig and is joined by Will Ferrell and Sofia Verg…
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Send us a Text Message. Brothers Pete and Paul Escarcega, joined by Pete Busch and Jake Fenske, revisit one of Arnold Schwartzeneggar's best films, "Terminator 2: Judgement Day." Terminator 2: Judgment Day - 1991 - Rated R - 2h 17m A cyborg, identical to the one who failed to kill Sarah Connor, must now protect her ten year old son John from an eve…
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Jordan and Alex get Presidential with their look at the ‘90s aero-thriller. They’ll uncover how Harrison Ford sweet-talked Bill Clinton into giving him a tour of the real Air Force One, how the prop plane nearly caused a scary real-life military incident, and how the movie delayed the release of James Cameron’s ‘Titanic.’ They’ll also dive into Don…
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Send us a Text Message. MOVIE: The Defiant Ones (1958) WHERE CAN WE WATCH: Tubi DIRECTED BY: Stanley Kramer (Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner, Judgement at Nuremberg) WRITTEN BY: Nedrick Young (Jailhouse Rock, Inherit the Wind) Harold Jacob Smith(Inherit the Wind, The River’s Edge) STARS: Tony Curtis, Sidney Poitier, Cara Williams PREMISE: Two chained-…
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Send us a Text Message. In Episode 108, Pete & Paul review the prequel "A Quiet Place: Day One" starring Lupita Nyong'o and Joseph Quinn. Next, they review the Western saga from Kevin Costner "Horizon: Chapter One, An American Saga, starring costner, Sienna Miller, Sam Worthington, and Luke Wilson. Paul reviews the new Yorgos Lanthimos' film "Kinds…
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Your gurus of gameshows are back to reveal the inner workings of America’s favorite word puzzle-related wheel — and those who serve it. You’ll learn about Pat Sajak’s surprisingly storied background in Vietnam — which helped serve as the inspiration for the Robin Williams’ film ‘Good Morning, Vietnam’ — and his days working at the Pentagon. You’ll …
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Send us a Text Message. Paul Escarcega is joined by Drew Stewart to chat about Fritz Lang's "M" (1931) MOVIE: M (1931) WHERE CAN WE WATCH: Max DIRECTED BY: Fritz Lang (The Big Heat, Metropolis) WRITTEN BY: Fritz Lang (Metropolis, Fury) Thea von Harbou(MEtropolis) Egon Jacobsohn STARS: Peter Lorre, Ellen Widmann, Inge Landgut PREMISE: When the polic…
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Strap on your DJ headphones and don your best bald cap, because TMI is tackling one of the best-selling (and most "sold-out") albums of the Nineties: Moby's 'Play.' The pair will track down the source of all those haunting vocal samples, discuss the practice of "folk song collecting" and how it shaped music in the second half of the 20th century, a…
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Send us a Text Message. In Episode 107, Pete & Paul review the Disney/Pixar Animation film "Inside Out 2", starring the voices of Amy Poehler, Maya Hawke, and Lewis Black. Next, Paul caught an early screening of "The Bikeriders", the new Jeff Nichols wirtten and directed film based on the photobook of the Motorcycle gang The Outlaws, starring Austi…
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Feel the drumbeats of life's great symphony with the rhythm maestro, Chiko Misomali as he joins me on the latest Music Junkies episode. As someone whose musical heartbeat has fueled the likes of Biff Naked and resonated in games and commercials, Chiko brings a playlist that's the soundtrack to his life's milestones. We kick off reminiscing about ou…
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Send us a Text Message. In this new podcast, Brothers Pete and Paul Escarcega discuss a bunch of new movie announcements, including MCU updates: Captain America 4 in trouble, new Blade without a star and director, Avengers 4 and 5 updates, new R-Rated Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle live action film, Hugh Jackman as Robin Hood, JJ Abrams starting a new…
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Send us a Text Message. Paul Escarcega is joined by Drew Stewart to chat about Billy Wilder's "Stalag 17" MOVIE: Stalag 17 (1953) WHERE CAN WE WATCH: Tubi, Roku Channel, Pluto TV DIRECTED BY: Billy Wilder (Double indemnity, Sunset Boulevard) WRITTEN BY: Billy Wilder (Double indemnity, Sunset Boulevard) Edward Blum (Adventures of Sherlock Holmes) Do…
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Ever wondered how losing your job could be the best thing that ever happened to you? Today on Music Junkies, we have the hilarious Ms. Francois sharing her unique perspective on social media fame and unconventional careers, including her uproarious take on getting fired and the unexpected twist of using Instagram to gain sympathy and followers. We …
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Send us a Text Message. In Episode 106, Pete & Paul review the 4th installment in the Bad Boys franchise "Bad Boys: Ride or Die," starring Will Smith and Martin Lawrence and produced by Jerry Bruckheimer and Michael Bay. Next, they review the prequel of Mad Max "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga" starring Anya Joy-Taylor and Chris Hemsworth. Paul reviews the…
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Your specters of specificity are back — and they see dead people. Jordan and Alex set their sights on M. Night Shyamalan's masterpiece that balances horror with deeply emotional storytelling. You'll learn all about the time we almost got a future Arrested Development star in the lead, why Bruce Willis was forced into his part, and the sting of clev…
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Send us a Text Message. Paul Escarcega is joined by Drew Stewart to chat about the All Time Classic, David Lean's "The Bridge on the River Kwai". MOVIE: A Bridge on the River Kwai (1957) WHERE CAN WE WATCH: AMC +, Criterion Channel DIRECTED BY: David Lean (Lawrence of Arabia, Doctor Zhivago) WRITTEN BY: Pierre Boulle (Planet of the Apes Novel) Carl…
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If the glitz and glamour of Hollywood, combined with the raw undertones of sex, love, and addiction intrigue you, then you're in the right place. Today, we're thrilled to have the entertainment industry's dynamo, Brianne Davis, in our musical hot seat. She's on board to peel back the curtains on her journey, from creating a playlist for her bestsel…
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Jordan and Alex don their most severe clothing and geometric haircuts to dive in the Big Bang of post-punk and goth: Joy Division’s “Unknown Pleasures!” They’ll trace the band’s origins to a pre-fame Sex Pistols gig in Manchester attended by virtually every member of the city’s musical luminaries to the maddening conditions of recording with insane…
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Send us a Text Message. Brothers Pete and Paul Escarcega, joined by Drew Stewart and John Cardiel, revisit one of the best comedies of all time "Wedding Crashers". Wedding Crashers (2005) DIRECTED BY: David Dobkin (Fred Claus, The Change-Up, The Judge) WRITTEN BY: Steve Faber (We’re the Millers) , Bob Fisher (We’re the Millers, Overboard (2018) STA…
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When the pulsating beats of DJ Raw Love first filled my ears, I knew we were in for an electrifying journey. Chrisanna a New York Times bestselling author turned pro bodybuilder, now spinning the decks with a flair that's hard to ignore, graces our show with tales of her leap into the music scene. Her hit song, a beacon of her love story, reflects …
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Send us a Text Message. Brothers Pete and Paul Escarcega are joined by Jake Fenske and Pete Busch to discuss the legendary film "Rocky IV". DIRECTED BY: Sylvester Stallone WRITTEN BY: Sylvester Stallone STARRING: Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Burt Young, Dolph Lundgren, Carl Weathers Rocky Balboa proudly holds the world heavyweight boxing champi…
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To kick off summer, Jordan and Heigl dive deep into the history of the controversial-yet-ubiquitous beachwear, from ancient times through to solar powered swimwear that can charge your cell phone — and one special bikini that costs $30 million! They'll explore the unexpected influence of the atom bomb, the competition between two Frenchmen to craft…
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Send us a Text Message. In Episode 103, Pete & Paul review the much anticipated film from John Krasinski "IF", starring Ryan Reynolds, Cailey Fleming, and John Krasinski, including voices by Brad Pitt, George Clooney, Matt Damon, Louis Gossett, Jr. , Emily Blunt, and Steve Carell among others. Next, they review the musical biopic of Amy Winehouse "…
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Send us a Text Message. "The Sons of Katie Elder (1965) Ranch owner Katie Elder's four sons determine to avenge the murder of their father and the swindling of their mother. WHERE CAN WE WATCH: Hoopla Director: Henry Hathaway Writers: William H. Wright...(screenplay) & Allan Weiss(screenplay) & Harry Essex (screenplay) Talbot Jennings (Story By) St…
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Ever thought of the wild stories that lie behind the making of a music playlist? Hold on to your headphones as we embark on a sonic roller-coaster ride with Freeman, the ultimate Iron Maiden fanatic. We kick off with a hilarious tale of a pub encounter, a man smitten by Freeman's hair, and a band playing at an absurdly early hour. From amusing misu…
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Your poets of pop culture podcasts stand on their desks and sound their barbaric yawps in salute to this uplifting classic of the twinkly-eyed cinema canon — which made Robin Williams into a dramatic star and an untold number of kids crack open 'Leaves of Grass.' You'll learn about the hilarious aborted start to the movie (which resulted in hundred…
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Send us a Text Message. In Episode 102, Pete & Paul review the second Summer blockbuster, "Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes", the latest installment in the franchise. Next, they review Jerry Seinfeld's "Unfrosted", the new comedy with a ton of guest cameos including Bill Burr, Jon Hamm, Cedric the Entertainer, Hugh Grant, and Amy Schumer, now stre…
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Send us a Text Message. Brothers Pete and Paul Escarcega are joined by Drew Stewart to discuss Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Menace (1999), with its re-release and 25th Anniversary. DIRECTED BY: George Lucas WRITTEN BY: George Lucas STARRING: Ewan McGregor, Liam Neeson, Natalie Portman Two Jedi escape a hostile blockade to find allies and come a…
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Ever find yourself wistfully thinking back to the music that scored your youth, or the songs that became the soundtrack to your most cherished memories? Chuck and I, Annette Smith, take you on a sentimental journey through our shared love for music, storytelling, and the art of the interview. As Chuck Shoot graces the Music Junkies podcast, we unea…
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Send us a Text Message. Brothers Pete and Paul Escarcega are joined by Drew Stewart and John Cardiel to discuss the classic western "Tombstone". Tombstone (1993) DIRECTED BY: George P. Kosmatos (Cobra, Rambo: First Blood Part 2) WRITTEN BY: Kevin Jarre (Glory, Rambo: First Blood Part 2, The Mummy) STARRING: Kurt Russell, Val Kilmer, Sam Elliott, Po…
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iHeart's resident Mogwais accidentally got splattered with water, and they've emerged from their cocoons all sticky and vicious -- and ready to talk about 1984's 'Gremlins.' They'll dive into the absolute murderer's row of 80s luminaries involved — Chris Columbus! Steven Spielberg! Joe Dante! — and the real stars of the film: the puppets! — and the…
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Send us a Text Message. MOVIE: the Valachi Papers (1972) WHERE CAN WE WATCH: Amazon Prime DIRECTED BY: Terence Young (Dr. no, From Russia with Love, Thunderball) WRITTEN BY: Stephen Gellar (Slaughterhouse-Five) Peter Mass (Serpico) Massimo De Rita STARS: Charles Bronson, Lino Ventura, Walter Chiari PREMISE: Gangster Joe Valachi is a marked man in t…
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Ever thought about how a towering height could influence a person's music career? Well, put on your headphones, and let's meet Brent Tyler, who stands tall at seven feet, not just in height but also in his passion for music. Brent generously shares the captivating journey of his life, beautifully interwoven with music, basketball, and knee surgerie…
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Your professors of pop culture embark on a three hour tour of trivia about this beloved monolith of mid-century sitcom kitsch. It's a ride as wild as the S.S. Minnow's doomed voyage as Jordan and Heigl somehow manage to link CIA mind control experiments, the JFK assassination, numerous tragic Hollywood deaths to talk of the seven castaways. You'll …
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Send us a Text Message. In Episode 99, Pete & Paul review the first Summer blockbuster, "The Fall Guy" starring Ryan Gosling & Emily Blunt, directed by David Leitch. Next, Pete reviews "Boy Kills World", the new action flick starring Bill Skaarsgard. Then, Pete reviews "Freud's Last Session", available now on Netflix and starring Anthony Hopkins an…
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Get ready for an exhilarating ride through the world of rock and roll with Tim Steinruck lead vocalist and guitarist of The Mighty One. Our conversation dives deep into Tim's musical journey, tracing his evolution from a young music enthusiast to a seasoned songwriter and performer. Listen in as we dissect the complexities of his creative process, …
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Jordan and Alex close out APE-ril by traveling back in time -- or is it forward? -- to the original Planet of the Apes! No aspect of the original will be free of their dirty paws as they probe the original novel, written by the guy who wrote Bridge on the River Kwai and initially translated as "Monkey Planet!" No APE-spect of the film's torturous r…
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Send us a Text Message. In this new podcast, Brothers Pete and Paul Escarcega discuss a bunch of new movie announcements, including Keanu Reeves return to John Wick, Henry Cavill & Jake Gyllenhall in a new Guy Richie movie "In the Grey", Henry Cavill casted as Lion-O in Thundercats the Movie, Monopoly with Margot Robbie, a new Scorcese biopic of Fr…
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