Best Spoilers Obviously Podcasts (2024)

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Ep 293: “Joker: Folie à Deux” 1:10:36

3h ago1:10:36

1:10:36

We take the mask off of Todd Phillips’ “Joker: Folie à Deux” and discuss: Cinematography, blocking; Story & Writing, Arthur vs Joker, judging the viewer; and other such stuff and things and stuff. “The trees here are in misery, and the birds are in misery. I don’t think they sing. They just screech in pain.“ – Werner Herzog Notes & References: Real…

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Ep 292: “Megalopolis” 1:03:53

7d ago1:03:53

1:03:53

We stop time in Francis Ford Coppola’s “Megalopolis” and discuss: We, uh, review Megalopolis; Story & Writing, exposition, melodrama; Afterwards we’ll rank our top 5 or 10 films; and other such stuff and things and stuff. “Look on my Works, ye Mighty, and despair!” – Percy Bysshe Shelley from the poem “Ozymandias” Watch us on YouTube! Top 5/10 Film…

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Ep 291: “Speed” 1:16:25

14d ago1:16:25

1:16:25

We floor it through Keanu Reeves’ “Speed” and discuss: Cinematography, motivated camera movement, dramatic angles; Story & Writing, heightened storytelling, packing in the action, Jack & Annie; and other such stuff and things and stuff. “If you spend enough time with yourself in silence, you’ll be surprised what goes through your head.“ – Sandra Bu…

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Ep 290: “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” 1:11:54

25d ago1:11:54

1:11:54

We keep it real with Tim Burton’s “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” and discuss: Cinematography, closeups vs mediums and wides for comedy & connection; Story & Writing, but/therefore storytelling, sequels honoring their predecessors, Lydia’s arc; and other such stuff and things and stuff. “With movies, you are always in search of a good story, one that eve…

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Ep 289: “Beetlejuice” 52:11

1M ago52:11

52:11

We jump in the line of Tim Burton’s “Beetlejuice” and discuss: Cinematography, motivating unmotivated lighting, reveals; Story & Writing, rules for adventure, plot vs emotional arcs; Music, double music cues, setting the tone; and other such stuff and things and stuff. “You don’t know whether chimps are going to kill you or kiss you. They’re very o…

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Yo Dawg, College Football Picks 34:13

1M ago34:13

34:13

A block: why? B block: CFB final four picks C block: 5 picks each D block: Bad Monkey & final joke

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283: What's Next? (We want to hear from you!!!) 43:19

1M ago43:19

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We're contemplating the future of our content and we'd love to hear your feedback. CONNECT WITH US YouTube Discord Twitter Instagram Email: ItsObviousGaming@gmail.com TAGS: Video Games, Podcast, Gaming, Gamescast, Game Reviews, Game Previews, Gaming News, PS5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation, Sony, Microsoft, Anime, Series, Movies, …

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Ep 288: “Alien: Romulus” 1:12:04

1M ago1:12:04

1:12:04

We burst into Fede Alvarez’s “Alien: Romulus” and discuss: Story & Writing, body horror, Andy, dystopias; and other such stuff and things and stuff. “Science fiction writers, I am sorry to say, really do not know anything. We can’t talk about science, because our knowledge of it is limited and unofficial, and usually our fiction is dreadful.“ – Phi…

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Last Episode (Cut to just picks and jokes): Over/Under w J&S 31:58

1M ago31:58

31:58

Seriously? I spent hours cutting it down!!! Listen to it ALL!!!

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Last Regular Episode (Uncut): CFB o/u's w Swerve & Domer 1:25:23

1M ago1:25:23

1:25:23

IT's just long. John leaves around the 50 minute mark.

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Ep 287: “A Guide to Recognizing Your Saints” 1:07:37

2M ago1:07:37

1:07:37

We anoint Shia LaBeouf’s “A Guide to Recognizing Your Saints” and discuss: Cinematography & Directing, camerawork, continuity vs performance; Story & Writing, the saints; and other such stuff and things and stuff. “It is not death that a man should fear, but he should fear never beginning to live.“ – Marcus Aurelius Notes & References: Dito Montiel…

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Penultimate episode: Politics rant, M&Ms, Kooch! drops the ball, weather rant, EPL, UCLA 59:13

2M ago59:13

59:13

A block: John's announcement & rant on politics ("we're all f**k*d") B block: M&Ms and pumpkin C block: Kooch & FedEx sites D block: weather rant E block: Leeds & little other EPL talk F block: UCLA mileage and betting units on their under (preview for next week)

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Ep 286: “The Dark Crystal” (1982) 1:28:10

2M ago1:28:10

1:28:10

We stride through Jim Henson’s “The Dark Crystal” and discuss: Cinematography, lighting, camerawork; Puppetry & Directing, process preceding/creating story; Special Guest Elissa Marie talks art, building a business as an artist, and being named Best Visual Artist in Austin; and other such stuff and things and stuff. “When I was young, my ambition w…

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Dragon spoilers & Olympic junk 32:21

2M ago32:21

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Block A: Steve repeats the funniest tweets of the morning :) Block B: Season 2 ending of House of the Dragon discussion (John spoils the series, so watch out!) Block C: Olympic golf Block D: pole vaulting & jokes Block E: briefly on CFB

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Ep 285: “Deadpool & Wolverine” 1:08:45

2M ago1:08:45

1:08:45

We pop into Ryan Reynolds’s “Deadpool & Wolverine” and discuss: Story & Writing, macguffins, stakes, comedy; and other such stuff and things and stuff. “Just one supernova can temporarily outshine an entire galaxy of 100 billion stars.“ – Michio Kaku Notes & References: “Supernova” by Mad Valley – Todd’s latest music track “Bye Bye Bye” dancing is …

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Another place we can’t go: Olympics, Deadpool & Dragons (& little Johnny jokes) 43:08

2M ago43:08

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A block: jokes & Olympics -- 3x3, Paris, TahitiB block: DeadpoolC block: Dragons == who gets fried first; Alicent and her spa days; dragons dissing dragonsD block: when did John become black? (humor)E block: NFL sort of...more jokes.

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Ep 284: “American Psycho” 52:24

2M ago52:24

52:24

We make a res with Christian Bale’s “American Psycho” and discuss: Cinematography, lighting a flat shot, hallway composition; Story & Writing, symbolism; and other such stuff and things and stuff. “Well first of all you have to make the character strong so that people can follow that. And then hopefully that character can integrate with the backgro…

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Back together: JD & Dew, British Open, House of the Dragon 59:26

2M ago59:26

59:26

A block: last week B block: Biden's announcement and JD weirdness C block: BO highlights (course, play) D block: Olympics...not much E block: Bear, then lots on House of the Dragon (kisses? dragon riders?). A bit on Killing Eve

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John and Josh follies 28:08

3M ago28:08

28:08

A block: Joke. Too much EA NCAA game. B block: joke. British open picks & analysis. Final joke.

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Birds (a lot) and poor Kevin, TV, golf...in faraway places 46:14

3M ago46:14

46:14

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Ep 283: “Stand By Me” 55:54

3M ago55:54

55:54

We sincerely reminisce about Stephen King’s “Stand By Me” and discuss: Cinematography, rule of thirds; Story & Writing, coming of age stories, friendship, facing your own mortality; and other such stuff and things and stuff. “That’s the worst, I think. When the secret stays locked within not for want of a teller but for want of an understanding ear…

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4th of July: Flying with nothing, HotD, Joker, NBA FA & USMNT 55:38

3M ago55:38

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A block: why do people raw dog flights? B block: House of Dragon & Ben C block: Joker's knee D block: NBA FA's -- money and George E block: Cubs (& Sox) as sellers and disappointments F block: Warriors end; UK election -- how not to look like an everyman (with a billion plus dollars)

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Ep 282: “A Quiet Place: Day One” 51:50

3M ago51:50

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We tiptoe through Lupita Nyong’o’s “A Quiet Place: Day One” and discuss: Writing & Story, suspending disbelief, theme & plot; and other such stuff and things and stuff. “I’ll tell you what freedom is to me: no fear. I mean really, no fear!“ – Nina Simone Notes & References: Joseph Quinn (iMDB) – Stranger Things season 4 Reclamation (wiki) – “return…

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Too much Golf talk (and not betting or tournaments, thx Don and Joe) 49:33

3M ago49:33

49:33

Were there blocks? a) talking old guy handicaps b) NBA == why do they draft who they draft? c) Game of Thrones, but newer stuff d) more golf (the philosophy of friends) e) Kevin Costner's new project and other viewing

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Ep 281: “Godzilla Minus One” 1:06:11

3M ago1:06:11

1:06:11

We go to war with “Godzilla Minus One” and discuss: Cinematography, revealing scale; Story & Writing, Godzilla the metaphor; and other such stuff and things and stuff. “War does not determine who is right – only who is left.“ – Bertrand Russell Notes & References: Japan war atrocities(wiki) Unit 731(wiki) Firebombing Japan (wiki) Budget is estimate…

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Basically episode, with Rory talk, US Open, Celtics and HoD spoilers 53:29

4M ago53:29

53:29

A block: the US Open and flying home to the recently unestranged wife B block: Celtics and Monty Williams money; Catchings and Purdue (now BYU) C block: Euros (minimal) D block: the show with blonde wigged characters

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Ep 280: “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” (2017) 1:11:18

4M ago1:11:18

1:11:18

We drop into Dwayne Johnson’s respawn of an old classic, “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” and discuss: Cinematography, shooting night for night instead of day for night; Story & Writing, physical comedy, character arcs; and other such stuff and things and stuff. “Being in the same room with people and creating something together is a good thing.“ –…

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Father's Day, Flag Day w golf, NBA, Belmont, Eric, Euros & more bad jokes 44:32

4M ago44:32

44:32

A block: golfB block: Cubs-Cards (no!), NBA...Game 4 hopesC block: Belmont losses (and John knows winners!)D block: Eric & Acolyte; Euros and beer consumptionLots of suggestions for how Sean loses money :)

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Ep 279: “Three Thousand Years of Longing”

4M ago

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We rub George Miller’s “Three Thousand Years of Longing” and discuss: Cinematography, how compositing, motion blur, and depth of field help tell the story; Story & Writing, Enzo, Storytelling; Wes rants about why this movie may not have done well in theaters; and other such stuff and things and stuff. “If I had a flower for every time I thought of …

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No Bad Angles: Josh joins with Brewers lineup, Celtics-Mavs, Belmont & Euros 54:07

4M ago54:07

54:07

A Block (w/0 John): jokes and golf holes... B block: Brewers and Skenes C Block: In defense of Tatum; Mavs hopes D block: Belmont guesses E block: Euros -- not England, but...not Scotland Killer finish

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Ep 278: “Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga”

4M ago

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We stowaway in George Miller’s “Furiosa” and discuss: Story & Writing, mercy in the wasteland, teleporting; and other such stuff and things and stuff. “When life itself seems lunatic, who knows where madness lies? Perhaps to be too practical is madness. To surrender dreams — this may be madness. Too much sanity may be madness — and maddest of all: …

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Perfume, Pancakes, Gladiators & Leeds, NBA, NHL & golf galore 40:01

4M ago40:01

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A block: jokes and trip highlights; B block: NHL and NBA finals; C block: Women's open D block: Leeds supporters & a little on Euros.

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Ep 277: “Fallout”

4M ago

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We give “Fallout” a thumb’s up and discuss: Story & Writing, Lucy’s character arc, great exposition; Guest Joe Howes solves cold fusion during an offscreen scene; and other such stuff and things and stuff. “You only know me as you see me, not as I actually am.“ – Immanuel Kant Notes & References: *Correction: Fallout 4 was released Nov. 10, 2015, s…

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BTV Ep372 The Unnamable II (1992) Review & Trivia Breakdown 5 28 24 54:36

4M ago54:36

54:36

We finish off the Unnamable and it's brief franchise by watching, reviewing and dissecting The Unnamable II: The Statement of Randolph Carter (1992). This time Carter, Howard and the gang team up with John Rhys Davies for a few bad dates and quantum theory mixed in their Lovecraft. You got that right. Davies Slides on into this movie with ease as t…

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Turducken episode: Benifer, Beatles lists, J Tatum, & golf course brkdwn 59:59

5M ago59:59

59:59

Golf starts abt 35; best joke ~30

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Ep 276: “The Fall Guy” 48:15

5M ago48:15

48:15

We crash into “The Fall Guy” and discuss: Story & Writing, great stakes, breaking the rule of repeats; and other such stuff and things and stuff. “I think if you have ability and talent in one way, you have it in all ways. I’m not a jack of all trades; I’m a master of many. I don’t feel there is anything I can’t do if I want to.“ – Evel Knievel Not…

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BTV Ep371 H.P. Lovecrafts - The Unnamable (1988) Review & Trivia 5_20_24 57:46

5M ago57:46

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It's time for some Lovecraft? Yes, This week we review an 80's film donated to us by Resoltuion67 about The Unnamble (1988).. I'd tell you what it is but I'm unable to name it... *Wocka Wocka*. Well, it's actually about some college students who take on the local legend of the Unnamable in a house nearby campus. They happen on the house and one by …

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No Juice: Storms, Arrests, Flights, NBA & Nebraska pick 47:48

5M ago47:48

47:48

See above. I ain't got time for deets.

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Ep 275: “Stranger Than Fiction” 1:02:52

5M ago1:02:52

1:02:52

We narrate Will Ferrell’s “Stranger Than Fiction” and discuss: Cinematography, infinite zoom, story through shadows; Story & Writing, rule of repeats, naming conventions, ticking clock; and other such stuff and things and stuff. “Kind words don’t cost much. Yet they accomplish much.“ – Blaise Pascal Notes & References: “Office Zombies” short film –…

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Obvious Sean on Gala, NBA, Texas & Shrinking 51:12

5M ago51:12

51:12

A block: Met List B block: NBA ramblings C block: Shrinking, Fall Guy, et al D block: Braves & White Sox (opposite directions) E block: golf joke, Carnoustie stories

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Ep 274: “Monkey Man” 54:34

5M ago54:34

54:34

We swing through Dev Patel’s “Monkey Man” and discuss: Cinematography, camerawork, visual motifs; Story & Writing, emotional engagement, setting up payoffs; and other such stuff and things and stuff. “Grief changes shape, but it never ends.“ – Keanu Reeves Notes & References: Todd’s band: Mad Valley vinyl album Byron Reese speaker demo reel – they …

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Derby & Bowling & The Gentleman 50:58

5M ago50:58

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BTV Ep370 Satan's Slaves (1980) Review & Trivia 47:26

5M ago47:26

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This week we picked 2 movies for the community to vote on and you guys picked SATAN'S SLAVE (1980) from Indonesia. The movie that inspired Joko Anwar to do horror and become successful at it. Alex went out blind bought the film to become more knowledgeable about Indonesian horror and the outcome is here for him, Christina & you guys to enjoy! We do…

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Shogun (spoilers!), Saban love, Nugs own Lakers 56:53

5M ago56:53

56:53

A block: Joke, Masters review, Sheffler dominates B block: NFL and the joke of thinking we know who's doing what in the draft; some review of picks C block: Shogun, Guy Ritchie stuff D block: NBA -- Nugs, Mavs, Sixers and why Celtics STB

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BTV Ep369 Return Of The Living Dead II (1988) Review Spoiler Discussion & Trivia 4_22_24 49:12

6M ago49:12

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It's time for a Random Sequel that many have debated over and many have not been so fond of, but was it all that bad? We dive into RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD II (1988). A sequel that Dan O'Bannon turned down. We watched it, review it and get into the reasons why the movie didn't work out like many of us all hoped. We also point out our more positive…

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A highlight ? Episode. Low lights? 29:13

6M ago29:13

29:13

Block A: jokes; Block B: Nebraska; Block C: Props and jokes; D block: bracket show weirdness. And a couple final jokes

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Ep 273: “Civil War” 1:01:51

6M ago1:01:51

1:01:51

We document Alex Garland’s “Civil War” and discuss: Cinematography, compositions; Story & Writing, strong character arcs; Sound design, music; and other such stuff and things and stuff. “War is peace. Freedom is slavery. Ignorance is strength.“ – George Orwell Watch us on YouTube! This Week’s Recommendations: The post Ep 273: “Civil War” appeared f…

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BTV Ep368 Blood Diner (1987) Review + Spoiler Discussion 4_15_24 44:13

6M ago44:13

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Fresh off the heels of a SO BAD ITS GOOD horror movie from last week! We delve back into some weirder waters of Blood Diner (1987). Plus we pick our CONTEST winner of The MVD & Unearthed BIrthday Giveaway The semi official but not so similar Blood Feast 2 film that you always wanted to see? And when you do FEAST your eyes on it will you succumb to …

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New 3rd World countries, Fake Stanley cups, OJ & Candy Bars 54:47

6M ago54:47

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A Block: KY coaching and all the jokes surrounding it B block: Bracket winner (josh!) and UConn with Women's game... C block: Portal D block: Baseball's arm issues E block: OJ jokes (face palm) F block: Masters talk G block: Best candy bar list

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Ep 272: “Past Lives” 1:36:08

6M ago1:36:08

1:36:08

We migrate to Celine Song’s “Past Lives” and discuss: Cinematography, long takes, composition and blocking; Story & Writing, immigration, notes from the screenplay; and other such stuff and things and stuff. “We become not a melting pot but a beautiful mosaic. Different people, different beliefs, different yearnings, different hopes, different drea…

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