Best Zack Bennett Podcasts (2024)

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⏸️ Pause Button 5:50

4M ago5:50

5:50

In this short bonus episode, Zack gives some bad news... Videoblivious has to hit the "pause button" for a while, and he explains why. It's all good things, we promise! The podcast will be back for a new season later this year (hopefully late Summer or early Fall), and if you want to be a part of it, we'd love to have you as a guest. Find "the list…

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Friday the 13th (1980) 1:10:36

4M ago1:10:36

1:10:36

UPDATED FILE, NOW WITH THE FULL EPISODE! Oops. Sorry about that... The iconic 1980 slasher flick, Friday the 13th, is the subject of this episode. Zack and his childhood friend, Ryan Smith, discuss the movie that spawned 11 sequels and continues to inspire the horror genre today. Listen as they discuss the mundane lives of teenage camp counselors w…

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Labyrinth (1986) 1:28:18

5M ago1:28:18

1:28:18

Sixteen-year-old Sarah (Jennifer Connelly) must navigate an elaborate labyrinth to save her baby brother from the evil Goblin King, Jareth (David Bowie), but along the way, she is helped & hindered by a bunch of Muppets... well, not THE Muppets, but similar puppeteered creatures from the workshop of Jim Henson. It's 1986's box office bomb Labyrinth…

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The Lost Boys (1987) 1:37:11

5M ago1:37:11

1:37:11

Santa Carla, California is the murder capital of the world, and there's a reason: the town is overrun with vampires. Two brothers, new to town, find themselves on opposite sides of the vampire epidemic. It's the comedy/horror hybrid that has become a cult classic -- 1987's "The Lost Boys", starring Jason Patric, Corey Haim, Corey Feldman, Kiefer Su…

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Footloose (1984) 1:28:19

6M ago1:28:19

1:28:19

You know the song. You can't help but tap your toes. But don't do it in Bomont, because dancing is illegal there... at least, until the teenagers challenge the status quo. It's the wildly successful 1984 film, "Footloose", starring Kevin Bacon, Lori Singer, John Lithgow, Chris Penn, and Dianne Weist. Zack's wife, Audrey Bennett, joins him for this …

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Beverly Hills Cop (1984) 1:21:27

6M ago1:21:27

1:21:27

Axel Foley (Eddie Murphy) is a street-wise cop from Detroit who - against his boss's orders - goes "on vacation" to Beverly Hills, California to solve his best friend's murder... drawing the ire of the very by-the-book police department there. Michael Yeager joins me this week to discuss 1984's biggest hit movie: Paramount Pictures' Beverly Hills C…

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Teen Wolf (1985) 1:20:42

7M ago1:20:42

1:20:42

Scott Howard (Michael J. Fox) gets into a hairy situation when he discovers he's a teenage werewolf. He becomes the most popular kid in town, gets his dream girl, and becomes a basketball star...but does he lose himself in the process? My guest this time around is my former boss, Adam Stanco. We discuss the cult classic in great detail on this epis…

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The Terminator (1984) 1:06:08

7M ago1:06:08

1:06:08

We're living in a world where artificial intelligence has become a legitimate threat. It's not 2023... it's 1984. But two mysterious figures have traveled back in time from 2029 to kill the mother of the man who will save humanity. They arrive naked - and bring all sorts of plot holes with them. Keith Conrad joins me to discuss 1984's epic sci-fi/a…

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Lethal Weapon (1987) 1:14:45

8M ago1:14:45

1:14:45

It's the feel-good Christmas movie of the year... that was released in March. Two detectives - one a family man who's getting too old for this shit, and the other a loose cannon who's deep into grieving the loss of his wife - are paired up to solve a homicide, and instead get caught in the middle of a massive drug ring. It's 1987's Lethal Weapon, a…

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The Karate Kid (1984) 1:00:45

8M ago1:00:45

1:00:45

This episode of Videoblivious covers the sleeper hit of 1984: The Karate Kid. It's a movie about a son without a father, and a father without a son. And there's lots of karate... and 1984's version of an anti-hero. Also, some real jerks. I welcome my best friend, Steve Reinker, onto the show to discuss this great film, what it's meant to him over t…

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Dirty Dancing (1987) 45:41

9M ago45:41

45:41

This episode of Videoblivious dives into 1987's "Dirty Dancing" -- a coming-of-age film about dancing, forbidden love, abortions, and -- apparently -- the early-1960s Democratic Party. (Who knew?) Award-winning journalist and "Jeopardy!" Champion J.R. Lind knew... He's my guest this week to discuss a movie he's seen "scores of times"; one that I sa…

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[77] - Parker Hensley - Part 2 - Costume and Prop Painter STAR WARS, AHSOKA, MARVEL! 37:41

9M ago37:41

37:41

From crafting iconic pieces for Star Wars projects like Ahsoka to adding his magical touch to Marvel movies, Guardians 3, Parker's journey into the realm of movie magic is nothing short of epic. In this exciting episode, he spills the beans on weathering costume pieces. Painting techniques and tips for getting into the business of painting! Get rea…

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The NeverEnding Story (1984) 44:26

9M ago44:26

44:26

Videoblivious begins with 1984's "The NeverEnding Story". The special guest for this episode is my wife, Audrey Bennett. The NeverEnding Story was released by Warner Bros. Studios, and as of November 6, 2023, is streaming on Max: https://www.max.com/movies/neverending-story/c932101c-a9b0-412e-97a9-0771a5b80f1b I hope you enjoy the first episode of …

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EXPLAINER: What is Videoblivious? 5:15

9M ago5:15

5:15

This short explainer episode will give you the background and conception of the podcast, so you can familiarize yourself with the premise and jump into the show at any episode. --- Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/moire/space-ranger License code: RDDJNOUVQCDNNUPBBy Zack Bennett

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Trailer - Videoblivious 1:33

10M ago1:33

1:33

Zack Bennett was born in 1981, but while spending time obsessing over Super Nintendo, Michael Jordan, and baseball cards, he never got around to watching some of the most iconic films of the '80s. Now, in his 40s, with the help of his movie-loving friends, he's finally going to get caught up. Listen as your favorite childhood films are recapped by …

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[76] - Parker Hensley - Costume and Prop Painter STAR WARS, AHSOKA, MARVEL! 33:46

10M ago33:46

33:46

From crafting iconic pieces for Star Wars projects like Ahsoka to adding his magical touch to Marvel movies, Guardians 3, Parker's journey into the realm of movie magic is nothing short of epic. In this exciting episode, he spills the beans on how he kickstarted his career, shares his unique approach to every intricate item he paints, and lets us i…

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[75] Zack Bennett - Assistant Program Director for the Legendary WSM Radio 34:19

12M ago34:19

34:19

After last episode's cliff hanger and a long hiatus, we are back with the conclusion of our interview with Zack Bennett! We dive in to the history of the Music City, WSM, and advice for people thinking about a career in entertainment! A native Middle Tennessean, Zack Bennett grew up in Wilson County and got his first on-air radio job in 1999 at a s…

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[74] Zack Bennett - Assistant Program Director for the Legendary WSM Radio 33:32

1y ago33:32

33:32

A native Middle Tennessean, Zack Bennett grew up in Wilson County and got his first on-air radio job in 1999 at a station in Lebanon, TN. After graduating from MTSU, plus a stint working for the Titans Radio Network and a few different Nashville stations, he moved to Huntsville, Alabama in 2005. There he programmed two talk radio stations, served a…

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# 73 Mragendra Singh - From Premiere Programmer to Film Director Part 2 49:36

1y ago49:36

49:36

In this captivating two-part series, we dive into the world of Mragendra Singh's feature film, "Normal," available on Plex, Tubi, and Prime. Get an exclusive look at the director's creative process as we explore character motivation, emotional beats, color, set design, and working with actors. This deep dive takes you into the mind of a visionary d…

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# 72 Mragendra Singh - From Premiere Programmer to Film Director 52:22

1y ago52:22

52:22

In this inspiring YouTube video, we delve into the journey of Mragendra Singh, an Indian-born filmmaker who defied societal expectations and pursued his dream in the bustling city of Los Angeles. Initially trained as a computer programmer, Singh embarked on a remarkable transformation as he aimed to create movies that authentically represented his …

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#71 - Mindy Sterling ( #austinpowers #thegoldbergs ) Joins Us for Part 2 of This Awesome Interview! 39:05

1+ y ago39:05

39:05

In this episode, Mindy drops some amazing advice and knowledge that every actor needs to hear! Mindy Sterling is an American television, film and voice actress. She portrayed Frau Farbissina in the Austin Powers film series and starred in the web series Con Man, the latter of which earned her a Primetime Emmy Award nomination. Mindy is part of the …

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#70 - Frau Farbissina Herself! Emmy Nominated Mindy Sterling Talks About #AustinPowers, #TheGoldbergs, #Improv & More! 36:44

1+ y ago36:44

36:44

Mindy Sterling is an American television, film, improv, and voice actress. She portrayed Frau Farbissina in the Austin Powers film series and starred in the web series Con Man, the latter of which earned her a Primetime Emmy Award nomination. Mindy is part of the iconic Groundlings improv group and has had recurring roles as Miss Francine Briggs on…

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#69 - More with Scott & Miranda Parkin as We Talk About, Comet Casino, The Creative Process, & The French! 41:15

1+ y ago41:15

41:15

The Comet Casino by Miranda & Scott Parkin is not only set in the stars but has an All-Star lineup including Tara Strong (#Loki, #DCSuperHeroGirls, #TeenTitansGo), Grey DeLise-Griffin (#ScoobyDoo, #TheLoudHouse, #AvatarTheLastAirbender), Billy West (#Futurama, #SpaceJam, #RenAndStimpy), Dee Bradley Baker (#American Dad, #PhineasAndFerb, #SpongeBobS…

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#68 - Top 5 of the Week - DGA Awards, Call Of Duty, Everything Everywhere 19:24

1+ y ago19:24

19:24

Tune in for the Entertainment Dudes Top 5 this week! We're talking about the DGA Awards, stars who are still acting, our favorite characters with prosthetics, and the New Voice Over Guide. Get the scoop on who won plus everything you need to know about getting into the voice over industry. Don't miss it! #EntertainmentDudes #Top5 #DGAAwards #Everyt…

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#67 - America’s Commercial Actor, Scott Parkin & Multi-Talented Miranda Parkin Talk Comet Casino! 29:48

1+ y ago29:48

29:48

The Comet Casino by Miranda & Scott Parkin is not only set in the stars but has an All-Star lineup including Tara Strong (#Loki, #DCSuperHeroGirls, #TeenTitansGo), Grey DeLise-Griffin (#ScoobyDoo, #TheLoudHouse, #AvatarTheLastAirbender), Billy West (#Futurama, #SpaceJam, #RenAndStimpy), Dee Bradley Baker (#American Dad, #PhineasAndFerb, #SpongeBobS…

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#66 - Breaking the Rules with Kristian Penza - Star Trek and Heroes - A Director & Set Designer’s Guide 40:31

1+ y ago40:31

40:31

Kristian Penza is a long time set designer, builder, and director. After a long career working in the studio system as a set builder, Kristian didn't feel fulfilled. He decided to take the jump to independent designer/director and started his own production studio. Find out how Kristian's attitude to bending the rules, led him on an incredible jour…

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#65 - Top 5 Stories in Entertainment this Week! - I laughed so hard I wet my pants! (Not literally) 14:49

1+ y ago14:49

14:49

In the episode Cam and I cover the top Entertainment news for the week! Some awesome new series, some sad news, and a chance for Cam and I to play with ChatGPT. We laughed so hard when we let the AI write our show! Don't miss this! #MrBeast #TheMandalorianSeason3 #TheLastofUs #ChatGPT #LearnPrompting #PedroPascal #JustinRoiland #AdultSwim #RickandM…

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#64 - 11 Time Emmy Award Winner Janet Ivy and the Magic of Janets Planet! Part 2 18:49

1+ y ago18:49

18:49

For those of you who don't know Janet Ivy then please allow us to introducer her. As an actress, producer, and entertainer Janet has spent over 30 years bringing life changing kids programming to children across the world. She has won over 11 Emmy awards for her programs and has spoken around the world. In the beginning Janet was focused on teachin…

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#62 - Top 5 Stories in Entertainment this Week! 17:51

1+ y ago17:51

17:51

This week in Entertainment has some some exciting numbers, some wild festivals, and of course one of our favorite all time books now available in public domain, but what did they do with it? Find out on this episode of Entertainment Dudes! Elvis Laughing through his entire song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hwbzxENP2eE This 30-Year-Old Terminato…

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#61- Top 5 Things We Learned From Producer/Director Greg Travis! 22:18

1+ y ago22:18

22:18

We had the awesome pleasure of having Triple Threat Writer/Producer/Director Greg Travis on the show a few months ago. Today we are going over the Top Five things we learned from this mad genius! Don't miss out. If you liked this episode you can check out Episodes 30 and 31 for Greg's complete interview.…

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#60 - Top 5 Things We Learned From Voiceover Director, Everett Oliver! 24:16

1+ y ago24:16

24:16

See the full interview at http://watch.EntertainmentDudes.com 00:00 Intro 00:50 1 - Be a Great Listener 03:47 2 - Learn How To Play 10:18 3 - Exercise For Creativity 14:38 4 - Keep Training 17:46 5 - Know Yourself 23:34 Close Everett Oliver is a 25-year veteran of the entertainment industry. Everett specializes in professional directing for Voice O…

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#59 - Lisa deSouza - Founder of Santa Clarita International Film Festival (2 of 2) 41:36

1+ y ago41:36

41:36

https://www.sciff.org/ https://mobile.twitter.com/lisadesouza After graduating from the prestigious boarding school, Deerfield Academy, Lisa moved to New York where she attended Columbia University. Always an artist at heart, Lisa’s practical side gave way to her independent spirit, and she enrolled in the American Academy of Dramatic Arts and The …

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