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Movies! Movies! Movies! We love ‘em even when we hate them. Join indie filmmakers Brian Cottington and John Wooliscroft who each week tackle your favorite movies both new and old..good and bad, through the lens of smart film critique with a heavy dose of comedy. So strap in to laugh about the films of Neil Breen while analyzing the works of Steven Spielberg because all are welcome to our cinematic madhouse.
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Not every movie wraps up with a neat little bow on the end. Some leave you asking "what the f@#$?!" We're here to find the silver lining in the latter. Join Dustin, Mallie, and Nathan every Monday as we try to find the light at the end of the tunnel for some of cinema's bleakest endings.
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"I love injecting humor into my content." @Libsyn @briancottington7268 Today I'm welcoming onto the PolyTools Creator Spotlight Brian Cottington who is a filmmaker, podcaster, Video Editor with libsyn, and Media Professor! Links: https://linktr.ee/bcottington https://www.linkedin.com/in/briancottington/ https://bcottington.myportfolio.com/ https://…
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Today I'm welcoming onto the PolyTools Creator Spotlight: Rob Greenlee who has been a podcaster/radio broadcaster for 24 years, is a 2017 Podcast Hall of Fame inductee, host of the podcasts: Podcast Tips, Spoken Life, Trust Factor, New Media Show, and more! Founder of Spoken Life Media, LLC and podcasting pioneer! In this conversation, Dustin PolyI…
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Why did Joker: Folie à Deux fail so hard critically and commercially? In this episode of The Cinema Psycho Show, Brian and John dive into the highly anticipated yet widely panned 'Joker: Folie à Deux.' We explore why the movie failed both critically and commercially despite its ambitious approach. The discussion reveals that the root cause might li…
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Today I'm welcoming onto the PolyTools Creator Spotlight. Lamar Fowler who is founder and creator for MFinResearch. Youtuber, and EDC enthusiast. For those who don't know EDC is every day carry! Links: https://www.instagram.com/mfinresearch/ https://www.youtube.com/@mfinresearch6462 https://www.tiktok.com/@mfinresearch? https://buymeacoffee.com/mfi…
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Poltergeist (1982) is the Steven Spielberg produced and Tobe Hooper directed haunted house movie that shows how the horror genre can hit multiple layers of social commentary and still deliver chilling terror without being viewed as "preachy". From commenting on Manifest Destiny, The American Dream, Reagan's America and White Flight, there is a lite…
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Who is YOUR Favorite Movie Devil? This week we are breaking down our picks for the best version of the ultimate evil as portrayed on celluloid. Movie devils come in all shapes and sizes from suave lawyers like Al Pacino in The Devil's Advocate, comedic entires like Bedazzled, or even as devilish children like in Rosemary's Baby, The Omen, or The Ex…
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Anthology Horror Movies were a genre staple in the 70's, 80's, and 90's but they've kinda fallen out of fashion; so what happened? This week we are joined by special guest, Rusty Cundieff, the Director of one of the best anthology horror films, 1995's Tales From The Hood, to discuss what makes a good horror anthology. How important is the wrap arou…
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Lon Chaney Sr. brought us more than just The Phantom or The Hunchback in his silent films, he brought Horror to America and became an icon. This week we are joined by Lon Chaney aficionado and friend of the podcast, @anastasiaelfman who joins our discussion about The Man of A Thousand Faces including looking into his life and legacy as a pioneering…
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Despite coming out 30 years ago, The Crow (1994) still manages to beat it's 2024 remake into a bloody undead pulp. This week, we are taking a look at these two films and trying to figure out not only why Brandon Lee's classic portrayal of Eric Draven is so beloved and has stood the test of time, but why this remake that, arguably was setup for fail…
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Is Megalopolis on track to be a massive flop? Or is it destined to be the greatest cult classic ever made? This week, we got a chance to see the one night only advance IMAX screening of Francis Ford Coppola's 40 year Magnum Opus, Megalopolis. This film stars such big names as Adam Driver, Giancarlo Esposito, Aubrey Plaza, Dustin Hoffman and many ma…
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Is Beetlejuice Beetlejuice bad or would it work better as a tv show on Netflix rather than an overstuffed film? The long awaited sequel to Beetlejuice is out now and as massive fans of the original we went in conflicted. Would this legacy sequel bringing back the likes of Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, Catherine O'Hara, and Tim Burton fulfill the pr…
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Beetlejuice is on the minds of everyone with the legacy sequel, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice killing it at the box office. But the question has to be asked, What is it about this quirky horror comedy about a recently deceased couple trying to scare the living from their home and making the mistake of enlisting the help of a certain bio exoricst with a p…
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What happens when The Terminator tries to go goofy, and sentimental...you get Junior. Junior from 1994 is a movie that must have been designed by commitee and with a photoshopped version of the poster first. This Ivan Reitman comedy about a mad scientist testing experimental fertility drugs on himself falls short. Is it the lack of comedic characte…
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WHAT'S THE NUMBER ONE GAME SHOW IN THE WHOLE WORLD!?!?! THE RUNNING MAN!!! This week we are trading "Choppas" and Predators for spandex and a dystopian future with the host of Family Feud at the center of it. We are talking about the 1987 cult classic THE RUNNING MAN! A movie that truly is peak Arnold Schwarzenegger in all his 80's cheese! One Line…
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►Today I'm welcoming onto the PolyTools Creator Spotlight. Hannah Balliet who is a creator, head of social media at Ugly Mug Marketing, and growth focused marketer. Hannah Balliet, shares her journey in content creation and social media marketing. She started in the nonprofit world, helping organizations with marketing their events. She then transi…
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GET TO THE CHOPPA Movie Fans!! We're kicking off Arnold Month with a deep dive into the 1987 classic Predator. Is it just another macho, testosterone-fueled action flick, or is there something deeper beneath the surface? We're unpacking the layers of subversive critique hidden within this so-called "toxic, masculine" film. From Arnold Schwarzenegge…
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Today I'm welcoming onto the PolyTools Creator Spotlight. Damon Didier who is an Ecommerce founder, sales amplifyer, and email marketing master. Damon discusses the resurgence of email marketing and its role in providing first-party and zero-party data in a privacy-conscious world. They touch on the importance of consistency in content creation, th…
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Deadpool and Wolverine are teaming up, but can their R-rated antics save the MCU? In this episode, we dive into the highly anticipated Deadpool and Wolverine movie, Marvel's first hard R film since acquiring Fox. We'll explore the film's bold direction, its impact on the MCU, and whether Marvel has finally hit made a turn for the better by embracin…
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What are your top 5 summer movies?!?! Join us for a nostalgic journey through our top 5 summer movies that shaped our childhoods. From The Sandlot to Jaws, we dive into why these films captured the essence of summer. But there's a twist - we explore how changing technology and social norms might be making these classic summer movie experiences exti…
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Today I'm welcoming onto the PolyTools Creator Spotlight. Mitchell Sullivan who is a fractional CMO, content writer, and SEO expert! He discusses his journey into content creation and the importance of writing as a medium of expression. He emphasizes the need for everyone, regardless of their profession, to practice writing and express their though…
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Is Ti West's "Maxxxine" truly the bloodiest love letter to 80s horror? This week, we are time-traveling back to 1985 to review the final installment of his X trilogy. In this episode, we'll discuss the film's over-the-top 80s aesthetics, its anti-religious themes, and standout performances from Mia Goth, Giancarlo Esposito, and Kevin Bacon. As well…
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"I want to maintain my YouTube channel for tutorials or video about productivity tools" Today I'm welcoming Marco Serafini onto the PolyTools Creator Spotlight. Marco who is a pkm expert and consultant, youtuber, writer, founder of mindstone consulting, and Obsidian Enthusiast. Summary Marco discusses his journey as a content creator, starting with…
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Has Neil Breen finally hit rock bottom as a filmmaker to deliver his worst film ever: CADE: the tortured crossing? This week, we are plunging headfirst into Neil Breen's latest cinematic catastrophe. Brace yourself for a wild ride through incomprehensible plots, CGI tigers that turn into animorphs, and inexplicable Bollywood dance numbers in dilapi…
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Just poking our heads back in for a moment during our summer break to let you know about some big things happening over at TSLP headquarters. The first is that Nathan and Dustin are starting a brand-new limited series podcast about the 1995 cult classic Showgirls from Paul Verhoeven where they’ll be discussing everything from Nomi’s bizarre diet to…
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Stone Cold Steve Austin stunned in WWE, but did Hollywood leave him out in the cold? This week, Brian and John dive into the direct-to-DVD filmography of WWE legend "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. From "The Condemned" to "Maximum Conviction", we break down Austin's transition from wrestling superstar to action movie tough guy. Austin literally was the b…
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Today I'm welcoming onto the PolyTools Creator Spotlight. Andrew Vasquez who is a Sim Racer, YouTuber, and Future Race Car Driver. Summary Andrew Vasquez, a sim racer and content creator, discusses his journey as a YouTuber and his passion for racing. He shares his experience of starting out as a musician on YouTube and the challenges he faced with…
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Happy Fourth of July folks. What better way to deal with the existential dread of current US politics than to escape to the movies! This week we are diving into the over-the-top world of National Treasure! we are breaking down Nicolas Cage's quest to steal the Declaration of Independence, decipher Ben Franklin's magic glasses, and find America's gr…
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In this bonus episode from our time at last year's Eerie Horror Fest, we are joined by self-proclaimed "horror goblin" Alyssa Woke Kennedy, the festival's social media manager and host of the Eerie Horror Cast podcast. Discover the challenges and joys of promoting a horror festival, the art of horror podcasting, and the diverse world of scary cinem…
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Get ready to dive into the wild world of werewolves, corporate drama, and top-notch acting? Join us as we dissect the 1994 cult classic "Wolf" directed by Mike Nichols, starring Jack Nicholson, Michelle Pfeiffer, and James Spader. We explore the burning questions: Can Jack Nicholson's Will Randall handle his wolfy transformation while navigating of…
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Summary Daisy Foko is a content creator who is inspired by delivering weird and interesting information to her audience. She enjoys being the 'evil Miss Frizzle' and sharing odd and strange facts that provoke curiosity and reactions. She started her content creation journey on TikTok out of spite, but quickly gained millions of views. She emphasize…
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Is Stepfather 3 (1992) The Worst Direct-to-TV Horror Film? It's Father's Day and this week we are dissecting the final entry into the original Step Father franchise with the low-budget horror sequel directed by Guy Magar, starring Priscilla Barnes and Robert Whitman doing his best Terry O'Quinn impression as he slips into the shoes of the murderous…
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#nextgenpodcaster Nick Nalbach who is a Podcast Launch Coach, the Host of the Nine-Five Podcast, ai tools guru, and NextGen Podcaster! ## Links: https://www.youtube.com/@ninefivefree https://www.instagram.com/ninefivefree https://www.youtube.com/@nextgenpodcaster https://x.com/ninefivefree https://ninefivetofreedom.com/ https://www.facebook.com/nin…
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Today I'm welcoming onto the PolyTools Creator Spotlight. Brandon Washington who is a Videographer, Editor, Video Creator Coach, filmmaker, founder of Bwash Media, and teller of brand stories. "Systmatize the process" ## Links: https://www.youtube.com/@bwashmedia https://www.bwashmedia.com/ https://www.bwashmedia.com/cfa https://www.instagram.com/b…
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Join us as we dive deep into the many facets of the much-anticipated yet highly controversial "Madame Web" movie, directed by S.J. Clarkson and starring Dakota Johnson and Sydney Sweeney. From character inconsistencies to underlying industry sexism, we've got it all covered! 🚀 🔍 Episode Breakdown: Madame Web: Worst Superhero Movie Yet? We compare "…
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Today I'm with Ryan Magin who is an Instagram Personal Brand, content creator, superconnector, founded a very successful short form content agency, BMXer, and he is a viral scaler of attention! "You have to invest in your content!" Ryan Magin is a content creator, viral scaling expert, and the founder of a successful short-form content agency. He h…
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Today I am talking with Jay Talbot who is a gaming youtuber and content creator, streamer, and Self Proclaimed Professional Gamer! As someone who I have watched myself for quite some time now, and helped inspire me to finish my #stateofdecay2 series over on @polyinnovatorgaming it was an absolute pleasure to nerd out with Jay on this call. I think …
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Is Howard The Duck Really THAT Terrible? The George Lucas produced film (you know the Star Wars one) has the distinction of not only kick starting the cinematic voyage of Marvel Films, but also having the reputation of being one of the weirdest and just down right terrible films to come out of the 1980's. Starring Lea Thompson, fresh off of Back to…
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The Birds (1963) just might be Alfred Hitchcock's most terrifying film. This film follows wealthy socialite and practical joker, Melanie Daniels (Tippi Hedren) as she ends up in the sleepy seaside town of Bodega Bay on pursuit of a new boyfriend, Mitch Brenner (Rod Taylor) only to be caught in a freak bird attack that turns Bodega Bay into a hellsc…
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In a deeply engaging episode of the Polytools Creator Spotlight, host Dustin conversed with Danny Hatcher, a prolific content creator known for his deep dives into knowledge management, software tutorials, and particularly his exploration of Obsidian. They touched on themes critical to the digital age: the power of conversation over asynchronous co…
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Drew, known as the Cobra Kai Kid, offers an in-depth look into Drew's journey as a content creator, musician, and passionate fan of the "Cobra Kai" series. Drew's story is a testament to the power of pursuing one's passions and leveraging diverse interests to create a multifaceted online presence. From discussing the intricacies of content creation…
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North by Northwest is an interesting little spy film directed by Alfred Hitchcock. This week, we take a look at this dazzling spy thriller about mistaken identity, double agents, microfilm, and Martin Landau's creepy eyes. Get 20% OFF Manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code CINEMA20 at https://manscaped.com (affiliate link) Find The Cinema Psycho…
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Rope from 1948 is a little known Alfred Hitchcock film that deals with one of Hitchcock's favorite subjects....MURDER!!! Specifically, murder that is intellectually argued as a "good" for society. Rope stars John Dall and Farley Granger as Brandon and Phillip, two well-to-do New Yorkers who have just murdered their friend, David. What follows is a …
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Today I am talking with Alex Sanfilippo a founder, podcaster, speaker, host of the Podcasting Made Simple podcast, created Podmatch, and CEO on the #PolyTools #Creator Spotlight! Summary In this conversation, Dustin PolyInnovator interviews Alex Sanfilippo, a founder, CEO, and podcaster. They discuss the importance of matching energy as a guest, th…
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Summary In this conversation, Dustin and Amy discuss their shared passion for content repurposing and the importance of consistency in content creation. They explore the different mediums for content creation and the power of repurposing content to reach a wider audience. They also discuss the challenges and benefits of being a content creator and …
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Today I am talking with Greg Preece YouTube Strategist on the #PolyToolsCreatorSpotlight ! In this interview, Greg Preece delves into his content creation journey, discussing everything from his skateboarding past to transitioning into entrepreneurship. He shares insights on the frequency of video uploads, the challenges of maintaining work-life ba…
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Alex is a Podcast host, card game creator, and music producer. #PolyToolsCreatorSpotlight Summary In this conversation, Alex Hobby discusses his journey in podcasting and the importance of hobbies. He shares a near-death experience and how it inspired him to create a podcast that provides a safe space for people to share their hobbies. Alex also ta…
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Today I am talking with Doc Williams on the #PolyToolsCreatorSpotlight! He is a Brand Developer, Podcast and Content Producer, and helps creators to build their online business step by step without learning how to code! Summary In this conversation, Doc Williams discusses his journey in content creation, the importance of consistency, and the poten…
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Today I am talking with Simona Costantini on the #PolyToolsCreatorSpotlight : a podcaster, CEO, content creator, and podcast producer! Simona Costantini discusses her journey in podcasting and content creation, emphasizing the importance of purpose and authenticity. She shares her experience of starting a podcast with no audience and how she fell i…
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In this conversation, Dustin M. PolyInnovator interviews Flobo Boyce, a content creator with multiple shows and projects. They discuss the struggles of podcasting and content creation, the importance of consistency, and the need to adapt and evolve as a creator. Flobo shares his favorite tools for content repurposing and creation, as well as his ex…
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"The Sniper vs Shotgun Approach in Content" #PolyToolsCreatorSpotlight In this chat, Dustin PolyInnovator and Dan Kieft cover diverse content creation topics, from starting out to personal branding. They emphasize authenticity, learning from mistakes, and discuss rebranding and the specialist versus generalist approach. The conversation touches on …
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