Best Binge Sequence Podcasts (2024)

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Ronald Colman, A Gentleman Gets an Oscar, 1947 17:32

8d ago17:32

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Send us a text Ronald Colman—a handsome actor with a warm, cultivated voice—was rewarded with an Oscar for his multi-faceted performance in A DOUBLE LIFE. In this episode, I explore Colman's biography and filmography, and I discuss the movie that won him Hollywood's highest accolade, which came at the sunset of his acting career.…

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Fredric March (Again), A Second Oscar for the Best Award Year of His Life, 1946 18:25

15d ago18:25

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Send us a text Fredric March won his second Oscar for one of the all-time classics, William Wyler's THE BEST YEARS OF OUR LIVES, a moving drama about returning World War II veterans. In this episode, I talk about March's career since his first Oscar win in 1932, but I also do a deeper dive into the making of the movie itself, including supporting a…

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Bing Crosby, The Oscar as Popularity Contest, 1944 22:41

22d ago22:41

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Send us a text Bing Crosby was the most popular entertainer in the USA during the 1940's. His Academy Award in 1944 for GOING MY WAY was a coronation of that status. Although Crosby was a megastar, modern audiences might view his Oscar somewhat skeptically. In this episode, I speak about Crosby's amazing success in several media, and how his win is…

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Paul Lukas, An Almost Forgotten Oscar Winner, 1943 11:40

1M ago11:40

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Send us a text Paul Lukas, a Hungarian-born actor, had a long Hollywood career, yet when he is remembered, it is mostly for a few supporting roles and one moment of Oscar glory. He took thje prize for his role as Kurt Müller, a German fighter in the anti-Nazi underground, in an adaptation of Lillian Hellman's play WATCH ON THE RHINE. In this episod…

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James Cagney, The First Song and Dance Oscar, 1942 17:38

1M ago17:38

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Send us a text In this week's episode, Jimmy Cagney wins a well-deserved Academy Award for his role in YANKEE DOODLE DANDY, the first actor to win for a musical performance. All the more surprising, because Cagney was much better known for playing tough guys and gangsters. Nonetheless, he was almost always a live-wire on screen, and fun to watch!…

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Gary Cooper, Oscar Goes to War, 1941 14:19

2M ago14:19

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Send us a text Gary Cooper, one of Hollywood's most handsome leading men, won the first of his two Academy Awards for playing Alvin York, a much-decorated hero of World War I. this episode, we learn about the path that led Cooper to Hollywood, and how his Oscar victory coincided with the changing mood of America.…

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James Stewart, The Best "Best Actor"?, 1940 22:21

2M ago22:21

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Send us a text James Stewart, who won an Oscar for his comic role in THE PHILADELPHIA STORY, is one of the all-time greats, someone who deftly adapted a familiar on-screen personality to a wide range of characters. In this episode, I examine the volatile times when Jimmy got his Academy Award, and look at several of his iconic roles.…

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Robert Donat, A Surprise Oscar Win for a Charmer, 1939 12:54

2M ago12:54

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Send us a text In 1939, one of the greatest years in film history, Robert Donat upset some formidable competitors (Gable! Stewart! Olivier!) to win an Oscar for portraying a kindly teacher in GOODBYE, MR. CHIPS. This week I look at Donat's life and career, and give some reasons that he is not as well-remembered as he should be.…

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Up and Vanished: In The Midnight Sun Returns 1:00

2M ago1:00

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Up and Vanished: In The Midnight Sun is Part 2 is here! Payne has spent the last year in Nome, Alaska, investigating the case of Native Alaskan Florence Okpealuk, who went missing in 2020. This case is unlike any other he has covered and has taken him all the way to the Arctic Circle and back. After combing through tips and new leads, Payne is now …

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Spencer Tracy, Back-to-Back Oscar Winner, 1937 & 1938 23:39

2M ago23:39

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Send us a text This week The Best Actors explores the life and career of Spencer Tracy, who was the first lead actor win back-to-back Academy Awards for his performances in CAPTAINS COURAGEOUS and BOYS TOWN. You'll learn about his films, his struggles with many personal demons, his love affair with Katherine Hepburn, and his subtle acting style.…

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Paul Muni, An Oscar for a Master of Disguise, 1936 18:25

3M ago18:25

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Send us a text THE BEST ACTORS explores the life and career of Paul Muni, one of the 1930's most respected performers. A veteran of the Yiddish theater, Muni disappears into his characters, including his Oscar-winning role in THE STORY OF LOUIS PASTEUR. But is that a good thing? Let's discuss!By Chuck Latovich

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Victor McLaglen, An Oscar for a Big Guy, 1935 14:17

3M ago14:17

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Send us a text Victor McLaglen, a member of John Ford's stock company, won his Oscar for his performance in the memorable movie, THE INFORMER. In this episode, I speak about McLaglen's globe-trotting life and career, which includes time as a muscleman and crossing paths with some historical personages.…

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Clark Gable, An Oscar for Hollywood's Biggest Star, 1934 19:02

3M ago19:02

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Send us a text Clark Gable's Oscar win for IT HAPPENED ONE NIGHT made him the biggest male movie star of the 1930's. An avatar of masculinity, he showed a warmer, funnier side of his personality in the movie, which became a huge, word-of-mouth hit. In this episode, we'll hear about Gable's life and career and the women who helped him and loved him …

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Charles Laughton, An Oscar for a King, 1932-1933 16:40

3M ago16:40

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Send us a text In Oscar's sixth year, the Best Actor award went to a brilliant over-actor, Charles Laughton for the surprisingly comic THE PRIVATE LIFE OF HENRY VIII. Despite struggles with self-esteem and his sexual orientation, Laughton worked for decades for directors like Lean, Kubrick, and Hitchcock. And he may be best remembered for a movie t…

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Wallace Beery & Fredric March, Oscar History: It's a Tie!, 1931-1932 24:53

4M ago24:53

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Send us a text At the fifth Academy Awards, a tie occurred in the Best Actor category for the first and only time. In this episode, we hear about Wallace Beery as THE CHAMP and his miserable disposition, and Fredric March's watershed performance in the DR. JECKYLL AND MR. HYDE.By Chuck Latovich

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Lionel Barrymore, Acting Royalty Gets Crowned with an Oscar, 1930-1931 15:12

4M ago15:12

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Send us a text The fourth Best Actor winner was Lionel Barrymore, a member of an acting dynasty that extends from the early 19th century to the present. Barrymore won for his work in A FREE SOUL. In this episode, I look at Barrymore's performance and career, as well as the year's contest and why it's connected to peanut butter.…

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Mr. George Arliss, The Victor (Victorian), 1929-1930 14:41

4M ago14:41

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Send us a text George Arliss, who acted in the grand tradition of 19th century theater, won an Oscar for DISRAELI. Arliss's victory was marked by a number of firsts. We'll discuss his performance, his competition, and many other aspects of his career.By Chuck Latovich

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Warner Baxter, The Worst Best Actor Winner Ever? 1928-1929 17:03

4M ago17:03

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Send us a text Warner Baxter donned a sombrero and Latino accent to portray the Cisco Kid, the role that won him an Academy Award for Best Actor. The performance has not aged well. In this episode, we'll explore a film industry in transition to sound, whom Baxter competed against, and other facets of his career.…

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Emil Jannings, The First Actor to Win an Oscar, 1927-1928 17:33

5M ago17:33

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Send us a text In this episode, we examine the career and Academy Award win of Emil Jannings, who won the first Best Actor Oscar for his work in THE LAST COMMAND and THE WAY OF ALL FLESH.By Chuck

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01 On the River Iss 21:26

10M ago21:26

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More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Edgar Rice Burroughs

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02 Under the Mountains 22:23

10M ago22:23

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More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Edgar Rice Burroughs

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03 The Temple of the Sun 18:43

10M ago18:43

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More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Edgar Rice Burroughs

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04 The Secret Tower 21:57

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More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Edgar Rice Burroughs

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05 On the Kaolian Road 24:52

10M ago24:52

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More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Edgar Rice Burroughs

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06 A Hero in Kaol 18:22

11M ago18:22

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More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Edgar Rice Burroughs

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07 New Allies 21:04

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More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Edgar Rice Burroughs

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08 Through the Carrion Caves 22:44

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More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Edgar Rice Burroughs

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09 With the Yellow Men 19:12

11M ago19:12

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More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Edgar Rice Burroughs

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10 In Durance 18:32

11M ago18:32

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More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Edgar Rice Burroughs

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11 The Pit of Plenty 19:06

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More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Edgar Rice Burroughs

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12 Follow the Rope 19:36

11M ago19:36

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More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Edgar Rice Burroughs

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13 The Magnet Switch 20:12

11M ago20:12

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More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Edgar Rice Burroughs

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14 The Tide of Battle 15:25

11M ago15:25

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More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Edgar Rice Burroughs

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15 Rewards 18:57

11M ago18:57

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More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Edgar Rice Burroughs

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16 The New Ruler 21:07

11M ago21:07

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More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Edgar Rice Burroughs

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The Accused [bonus] 29:53

5y ago29:53

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More suspects bring more questions. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and Tenderfoot TV

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Is There a Sequence for Success for Millennials? 10:02

5y ago10:02

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This week, Tiffany Roberts sits down with Charmaine Yoest, vice president of the Institute for Family, Community and Opportunity at The Heritage Foundation to debunk myths about the Success Sequence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Why is The Media So Biased? 8:20

5y ago8:20

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This week Tiffany Roberts sits down with Rob Bluey, vice president of communications at The Heritage Foundation and the executive editor of The Daily Signal, to debunk myths about media bias. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Is Cancelling Student Loan Debt a Bad Idea? 8:24

5y ago8:24

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This week, Tiffany Roberts sits down with Mary Clare Amselem, a policy analyst in the Heritage Foundation’s Center for Education to debunk myths about the student loan crisis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Gender Identity: Does It Belong in Our Public Schools? 6:44

5y ago6:44

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This week, Tiffany Roberts sits down with Emilie Kao, director of Heritage’s DeVos Center for Religion & Civil Society to debunk myths about teaching children about gender identity and sexual orientation. How Could Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity (SOGI) Laws Affect You? https://www.heritage.org/gender/heritage-explains/the-equality-act Hoste…

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Why Is Rent So High? 10:23

5y ago10:23

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This week, Tiffany Roberts sits down with Joel Griffith, Research Fellow in Heritage’s Roe Institute to discuss high rental costs, rent control, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Climate Change: Are We on the Brink of a Mass Extinction? 10:54

5y ago10:54

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This week, Tiffany Roberts sits down with Nick Loris, deputy director of Heritage’s Roe Institute for Economic Policy Studies to discuss whether there is a climate change crisis, Greta Thunberg, the problem with the Green New Deal, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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I Kissed A Vampire 1:18:28

5y ago1:18:28

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For the second phase of the Bargain Binge Boys ReVamped Vampire Weekend, the boys take a dip into the homoerotic waters of an emo alternative rock musical. Imagine that Camp Rock took place in a Hot Topic, this is what it would look like. Ray and John also discuss the fall of social media apps like Vine and MySpace while Tik Tok rises to the top of…

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Should the Minimum Wage be Raised to $15 an Hour? 12:01

5y ago12:01

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In the final episode of this mini-series, host Samantha Renck sits down with Rachel Greszler to discuss the economic impact of a federally-mandated $15 minimum wage, what demographic would be impacted the most, and much more. Greszler is a research fellow in the Grover M. Hermann Center for the Federal Budget. In this innovative series Samantha Ren…

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Vampire$ 1:33:29

5y ago1:33:29

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For part one of the Bargain Binge Boys Re-Vamped Vampire Weekend, John and Ray watch one of legendary filmmaker John Carpenter's lesser known films. The boys discuss the world famous writer John Steakley, vampire curry and how Twilight has changed the climate of vampire culture all in this week's episode. They might just start watching Vampire flic…

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Is Medicare for All a Realistic Goal in America? 14:29

5y ago14:29

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Medicare for All has dominated the health care scene for years, yet questions about a feasible payment plan and the impact on patients remain unanswered. On this week's episode, host Samantha Renck talks with Meridian Baldacci about the real cost of a government-mandated healthcare program, what it would look like for patients, and more.Baldacci is…

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What The BLEEP Do We Know!? 1:08:25

5y ago1:08:25

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The boys have accidentally stumbled upon a peculiar documentary. Wait... it's a movie. Actually no, it's an ill-researched and bizarre cult recruitment video. I don't even know, man. Watch as they breakdown this film's attempt to tackle the universe's most difficult questions through the use of Jell-O boys and basketball. The boys are left confused…

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Does the Gender Wage Gap Exist? 13:31

5+ y ago13:31

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The Gender Wage Gap has become a major political talking point that has even inspired an “Equal Pay Day.” Despite what the liberal politicians say, however, does a Gender Wage Gap really exist in America? This week, Samantha Renck talks with Romina Boccia, a leading fiscal and economic expert at the Heritage Foundation. They discuss the difference …

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Sunday School Musical 1:23:52

5+ y ago1:23:52

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God Bless to all of the Lord's children. Today we gather to view the Christian version of a Disney Channel classic. Forget High School drama and young love; can you balance your passion for the Lord while the church choir state finals are just around the corner? John and Ray discuss a Christian puppet show called The Reppies as well as the Godly co…

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Is Identity Politics Unifying or Dividing Americans? 12:11

5+ y ago12:11

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Identity Politics splits people into subgroups based on race, gender, sexual identity, and other labels. These seem like the most divided times in our history—is Identity Politics keeping Americans from unifying? This week David Azerrad joins the podcast to lay out where Identity Politics really leads.Azerrad is the Director of the B. Kenneth Simon…

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