Best Daniel Schroeder Podcasts (2024)

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From Real Estate to Restaurant Franchising: Tabby Hemphill's Success Story | Brand Mavericks Podcast 20:58

1h ago20:58

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In this episode, we are thrilled to have Tabby Hemphill, the Director of Franchise Development at We Sell Restaurants®, join us to share her journey and expertise in the restaurant franchising industry. We Sell Restaurants® is the nation's largest restaurant brokerage firm, and Tabby offers an inside look at how they help entrepreneurs buy, sell, a…

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Michael Freedman | A Fields Medalist Panorama 2:52:45

2d ago2:52:45

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Michael Freedman is a mathematician who was awarded the Fields Medal in 1986 for his solution of the 4-dimensional Poincare conjecture. Mike has also received numerous other awards for his scientific contributions including a MacArthur Fellowship and the National Medal of Science. In 1997, Mike joined Microsoft Research and in 2005 became the direc…

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Building a disaster response empire: insights from the leaders of 911 Restoration with Daniel Atchison | Brand Mavericks 22:40

6h ago22:40

22:40

Join Neal DiPentino on “Brand Mavericks” for a captivating discussion with Daniel Atchison of 911 Restoration. Learn about his rise from modest beginnings to become leaders in the restoration industry in the United States and Canada. He will share his experiences in growing franchises, the complexities of scaling a service-based business and this i…

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Leading with Style: Michelle Holliman’s Journey with Pigtails and Crewcuts 22:40

6h ago22:40

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Join Neal DiPentino as he dives into a compelling discussion with Michelle Holliman, the driving force behind the franchise development of Pigtails and Crewcuts, a national children’s hair salon franchise. In this episode, Michelle shares her journey in the franchising world, from her early days to her current role in expanding a leading family-fri…

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Che: Part Two (2008) | A Revolutionary Death 1:46:04

4h ago1:46:04

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Hal and Craig watched Steven Soderbergh's Che: Part Two (2008), chronicling Che Guevara's time fighting in the Bolivian Revolution and his eventual capture and execution. Discussion also includes: Craig's recent trip to Chicago (lots of Cubs and White Sox talk!); The Black Panther Cubs and Fred Hampton's legacy of community action; Hal's letterboxd…

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Brad Schneider on the Art of Business Coaching and Franchise Success 29:14

5d ago29:14

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Join Neal DiPentino on Brand Mavericks as he sits down with Brad Schneider, the COO of The Growth Coach, a premier business coaching franchise recognized for its impactful coaching strategies and franchise success. Brad shares his journey from understanding team dynamics on the baseball diamond to leading a top-ranked coaching franchise. This episo…

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Che: Part One (2008) | The Politics of Revolution 1:50:49

13d ago1:50:49

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Hal and Craig watch Steven Soderbergh's Che: Part One (2008), chronicling the life of Argentine Revolutionary Ernesto "Che" Guevara and his time leading guerilla fighters in the Cuban Revolution. Discussions also include: Kendrick Lamar's Pop-Out Concert; Yorgos Lanthimos' new film KINDS OF KINDNESS; Paul Schrader and his sad, broken men; Hal break…

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Transforming Lawn Care with Logan West 22:48

18d ago22:48

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Join us for an exciting episode of Brand Mavericks as host Neal DiPentino chats with Logan West, Director of Franchise Development at Heroes Lawn Care. Logan brings a wealth of experience and insights, from his military background to his current role, discussing the dynamic changes and growth within the lawn care industry. Discover how Heroes Lawn …

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The Art of Franchise Development: Strategies from Kelli Schroeder 22:47

2M ago22:47

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Join Neal DiPentino as he speaks with Kelli Schroeder, an expert in the franchising industry, particularly in the beauty and wellness sectors with WellBiz Brands. In this informative episode, Kelli shares her expertise on the strategic development and expansion of franchise brands. What You'll Learn: Key insights into the growth of multiple franchi…

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Jack Day turns meal delivery into a movement. 22:04

2M ago22:04

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Join Neal DiPentino on “Brand Mavericks” as he interviews Jack Day of Meals of Hope, a nonprofit organization that fights hunger in America through an innovative franchise model. Learn about the organization's evolution from a simple concept to a national movement that has provided millions of meals to those in need. What you'll learn: The beginnin…

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Eric Martin on the Growth and Strategy Behind Happiness Brands' Expansion 24:47

2M ago24:47

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Join Neal DiPentino on "Brand Mavericks" for a fascinating talk with Eric Martin, a key figure in the expansion of Happiness Brands. Learn about the evolution of the company from Lawn Doctor to a diverse conglomerate including Sparkle Squad. Eric will share the advanced strategies that propelled the success of over 900 franchise locations across va…

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The Death of Stalin (2017) | The Reds, White, and Blue: Film and the Fear of a Communist Menace 1:55:36

2M ago1:55:36

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It's the final episode of our series The Reds, White, and Blue, looking at films about the red scare and a fear of a communist menace. This time, Hal & Craig watched Armando Iannucci's (Veep, In the Loop) satire "The Death of Stalin". We discuss Stalinism, how it diverges from Leninism, and whether or not the film is an effective satire. Discussion…

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Tail-Wagging Success: Building a Pet Franchise with Woofie’s Leaders 27:13

2M ago27:13

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Join Neal DiPentino on "Brand Mavericks" as he interviews Taylor Meyer and Jill Devlin, the duo behind the nationwide expansion of Woofie’s franchise. Today's episode goes into how these franchise development managers are navigating the complexities of franchising and spearheading growth in the pet care industry with Woofie’s innovative business mo…

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Peter Kourounis on Building a Plumbing and HVAC Franchise 28:11

2M ago28:11

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Join Neal DiPentino on "Brand Mavericks" as he engages with Peter Kourounis, Franchise Development Director for 1-800-Plumber + Air. In this episode, Peter recounts his evolution in franchising, from his initial days working alongside his father to his leadership role in expanding a major plumbing and HVAC service franchise. Learn about Peter's eff…

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From franchisee to franchise leader with Dana DeMarino 24:14

2M ago24:14

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Join Neal DiPentino as he talks with Dana DeMarino, who has made great progress in the world of franchising. She started as a franchise owner and now leads the development efforts of Tippy Toes, a successful mobile dance company franchise. This episode explores the complexities of franchise management and growth, revealing Dana's influential role i…

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Marcus Hutter | Universal Artificial Intelligence and Solomonoff Induction 3:01:55

2M ago3:01:55

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Marcus Hutter is an artificial intelligence researcher who is both a Senior Researcher at Google DeepMind and an Honorary Professor in the Research School of Computer Science at Australian National University. He is responsible for the development of the theory of Universal Artificial Intelligence, for which he has written two books, one back in 20…

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Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978) | The Reds, White, and Blue: Film and the Fear of a Communist Menace 1:34:54

3M ago1:34:54

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We continue our series on the Red Scare with Phillip Kaufman's 1978 adaptation of "Invasion of the Body Snatchers" starring Donald Sutherland, Leonard Nimoy, and Jeff Goldblum. In our previous episode, we discussed the machinations of the Red Scare, and in this episode we talk about the paranoia and lives ruined in the wake of the Communist Panic. …

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Doug Patel: Elevating Wellness with Franchise Style. 38:23

3M ago38:23

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In this episode of Brand Mavericks, Neal DiPentino chats with Doug Patel. From his roots in property management to mastering the art of wellness franchising, Doug shares his transition into health services and his mission to spread wellness through franchising. What you'll learn: Doug's entrepreneurial journey from property management to launching …

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Mary Pang: Linking Health and Business in a Franchise Dream 22:32

3M ago22:32

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Join us on "Brand Mavericks" for an episode with Mary Pang, Forever Young's Director of Franchise Development. Hosted by Neal DiPentino, this episode explores Mary's background in franchising and Forever Young's approach that combines health and business. Discover how Forever Young goes beyond traditional beauty standards, making holistic wellness …

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The Manchurian Candidate (1962) | The Reds, White, and Blue: Film and the Fear of a Communist Menace 1:39:32

4M ago1:39:32

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In this episode, Hal & Craig discuss John Frankenheimer's 1962 political thriller THE MANCHURIAN CANDIDATE starring Frank Sinatra, Laurence Harvey, Angela Lansbury, and Janet Leigh and the cynical, political use of a vague Communist Menace. We discuss the history of the Red Scare, the legacy of McCarthyism, and the lives upended in its wake. Discus…

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From Trench to Success: Robert Haar's Journey 30:49

3M ago30:49

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Join us on this episode of Brand Mavericks as we explore franchising in a deeper way with Robert Haar, President of Best Franchise Options, LLC. Robert reveals the layers of knowledge and experience he has gained over the years, guiding countless individuals on their journey to franchising success What you'll learn: The anatomy of a successful fran…

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Kelsey Stuart's secret: create a franchise that succeeds. 27:37

3M ago27:37

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Get into the franchise industry with Neal DiPentino as he sits down with Kelsey Stuart, CEO of Bloomin' Blinds. In this episode, Kelsey talks about the founding days of Bloomin' Blinds to becoming a franchise guru. Discover the challenges and wins of franchising, the importance of fitting into a franchise system, and Kelsey's perspective on innovat…

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Joe Forbidussi's master class on franchise ownership. 23:41

4M ago23:41

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Join Neal DiPentino at Brand Mavericks as he sits down with Joe Forbidussi of Entrepreneur's Source to explore franchising. Joe shares his extensive experience in guiding people through the process of selecting and operating successful franchises. Joe demystifies the path to franchise ownership, from identifying the best fit based on personal goals…

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Transforming Mindset for Business Success with Steve McCready. 27:49

4M ago27:49

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Join Neal DiPentino at Brand Mavericks as he welcomes Steve McCready, an experienced coach who combines psychology with business insights to guide small business owners to success. With a background ranging from IT to psychotherapy, Steve brings insights into the mental game of business, helping entrepreneurs overcome internal blocks and rewrite th…

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Dave Holland on Winning in Franchising 28:14

4M ago28:14

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Join us on Brand Mavericks as Neal DiPentino chats with Dave Holland of Action Coach Canada. Discover Dave's journey through the franchise world, from restaurants to business coaching. Learn the essentials of becoming a successful franchisee and how to leverage community connections for business growth. Whether you're new to franchising or looking …

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Go Big with Seth Flowers: Your Guide to Franchise Consulting. 25:40

4M ago25:40

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Join Neal DiPentino at Brand Mavericks as he welcomes Seth Flowers of Go Big Franchise Consulting. With over 25 years in the business, Seth shares his journey from entrepreneurship to consulting, highlighting the transformative power of franchising for aspiring business owners. He discovers how franchising offers a combination of independence and s…

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BlackKklansman (2018) | w/guests Daniel Harper and Jack Graham of the I Don't Speak German podcast 2:02:46

4M ago2:02:46

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We welcome Daniel Harper and Jack Graham, co-hosts of the excellent anti-fascist podcast I Don't Speak German. We watched Spike Lee's incendiary 2018 thriller BlackKklansman. We discuss the history of the Ku Klux Klan, Hollywood's complicity in its rise, and Spike's reckoning with making a quasi pro-police film. Discussion also includes: David Duke…

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Transform your world with Lime Painting. 33:51

4M ago33:51

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Tune in to Brand Mavericks with Neal DiPentino as we explore Lime Painting's journey with CEO and Founder Nick Lopez. Going from a college project in Denver to a thriving luxury painting franchise, find out how Lime Painting sets the bar high with exceptional service and quality. Nick reveals how his approach not only beautifies spaces, but also sa…

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Conquering Pest Control: Tyler Burnett's Franchise Insight 28:19

4M ago28:19

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Join Neal DiPentino as he explores outdoor pest control with Tyler Burnett of the Mosquito Joe franchise. Discover Tyler's journey from managing a large air conditioning and plumbing company to leading the growth of the largest outdoor pest control franchise in the U.S. Learn how Mosquito Joe has expanded its offerings to include a full set of pest…

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Ivy Kids: Transforming Early Childhood Education with Franchise Expert Dick Ren 29:04

4M ago29:04

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Join Neal DiPentino on Brand Mavericks for an enlightening conversation with Dick Ren, the driving force behind franchise development at Ivy Kids, a leader in early childhood education. Dick shares his extensive experience in franchising, emphasizing the importance of selecting the right franchise partners and providing them with comprehensive supp…

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Exploring Dumpster Dudez: Willie Katinowsky's journey. 24:38

4M ago24:38

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Join Neal DiPentino on Brand Mavericks for a discussion with Willie Katynowski, about growing Dumpster Dudez from a startup to a 25-unit franchise. Giving perspective on business growth and customer service. Dumpster Dudez distinguishes itself in waste management with its focus on reliability, property protection and stand out branding, delivering …

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Curt Maier: Crafting Winning Strategies in Business Sales 24:47

4M ago24:47

24:47

Join Neal DiPentino on Brand Mavericks for an episode with Curt Maier, IBA's Vice President of Business Development at IBA. Curt shares his journey from serving as a naval nuclear submarine officer to becoming an expert business and franchise intermediary. Discover how Curt's professional background has equipped him with the skills necessary to suc…

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Action COACH Canada: Dale Monette's view on business success 24:56

4M ago24:56

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Join Neal DiPentino on Brand Mavericks as he talks with Dale Monette, owner of ActionCOACH Canada. Dale shares his journey from national badminton athlete to top business coach, highlighting the business skills learned through sport. Discover how Dale's passion for entrepreneurship led him to own the brand rights to ActionCOACH in Canada, revolutio…

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Earth Mama (2023) | Using Child Protective Services to police poor, minority communities. 2:13:29

5M ago2:13:29

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Hal & Craig watched EARTH MAMA, the debut feature from writer-director Savanah Leaf. Discussions include The United States history of using Child Protective Services to police low-income and black Americans The OSCARS (we talk OPPENHEIMER, Lily Gladstone vs. Emma Stone, and Jonathan Glazer) We celebrate Hal's birthday by discussin their favorite di…

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Matewan (1987) | Waging War on the Working Class 1:37:15

5M ago1:37:15

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Hal & Craig watched John Sayles 1987 film Matewan. The film, starring Chris Cooper and James Earl Jones, tells the true story of the fight between West Virginia coal miners and union busters whose tactics grow increasingly more violent. Discussions also include: Aaron Bushnell and his remarkable protest against Palestinian genocide; Hal's new obses…

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How to Blow Up a Pipeline (2022) | The Logistics of High Risk Activism 1:48:13

5M ago1:48:13

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Hal and Craig discuss high-risk activism and the 2022 thriller How to Blow Up a Pipeline (dir. Daniel Goldhaber). We also discuss: The end of the Vince McMahon era of professional wrestling; The Insane Clown Posse (WHOOP! WHOOP!) and their fight against the FBI; The misogyny of the police, as seen in Netflix's AMERICAN NIGHTMARE; Jonathan Glazer's …

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Traffic (2000) | The War on Drugs and Its Machinations 1:52:18

6M ago1:52:18

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In this episode, Hal and Craig discuss Steven Soderbergh's Traffic and its perspective on the War on Drugs, as well as our favorite Soderbergh films. Discussion also includes: The new king of hip-hop: Ben Shapiro; Craig accidentally watched a Christian horror movie; Steven Soderbergh at the forefront of new cinematic techniques; Movies with large e…

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Richard Borcherds | Monstrous Moonshine: From Group Theory to String Theory 2:05:15

6M ago2:05:15

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Richard Borcherds is a mathematician and professor at University of California Berkeley known for his work on lattices, group theory, and infinite-dimensional algebras. His numerous accolades include being awarded the Fields Medal in 1998 and being elected a fellow of the American Mathematical Society and the National Academy of Sciences. Patreon (…

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Dragged Across Concrete (2018) - The Conservative Fantasies of S. Craig Zahler 1:26:49

7M ago1:26:49

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We wrap up our series on the films of S. Craig Zahler with perhaps is least palatable film DRAGGED ACROSS CONCRETE. In the 2018 crime thriller, Zahler focuses his increasingly fascistic lense on the issue of........police brutality (oof!). Starring Mel Gibson (double-oof!) and Vince Vaughn, Zahler's brand of gritty celluloid violence goes full-mask…

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Announcements for 2024 and a Message to Viewers 1:13

7M ago1:13

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Thought I'd share some exciting news about what's happening at The Cartesian Cafe in 2024 and also a personal message to viewers on how they can support the cafe. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/timothynguyenBy Timothy Nguyen

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2023 in Review! 1:47:45

7M ago1:47:45

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On this week's episode, we're switching up the format and doing a 2023 Review Show! Hal and Craig list their favorite films and performances of 2023. As well as discussions about their favorite first time watches (of non-2023 films) and favorite non-film media of 2023. And we discuss the not-so-good of 2023 and break down some of our least favorite…

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The Battle of Algiers (1966) | African Colonialism and the National Liberation Front 1:57:14

7M ago1:57:14

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In this episode, Hal and Craig discuss colonialism by way of Gillo Pontecorvo's 1966 THE BATTLE OF ALGIERS, an innovative film that delves into Algeria's National Liberation Front and their bloody battles against French colonizers in the 1950s. Discussions also include: New movie roundup: MAY DECEMBER, SATAN WANTS YOU, and EILEEN; How French coloni…

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Brawl in Cell Block 99 (2017) | The Conservative Fantasies of S. Craig Zahler 1:59:32

8M ago1:59:32

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We continue our series examining the films of S. Craig Zahler and their increasingly bizarre depiction of a violent, conservative "uptopia/dystopia". This week we watched BRAWL IN CELL BLOCK 99, Zahler's attempt at a prison exploitation flick starring Vince Vaughn, Don Johnson, and Udo Kier. Also: We celebrate the death of Henry Kissinger, one of h…

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Tim Maudlin | Bell’s Theorem and Beyond: Nobody Understands Quantum Mechanics 2:41:51

8M ago2:41:51

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Tim Maudlin is a philosopher of science specializing in the foundations of physics, metaphysics, and logic. He is a professor at New York University, a member of the Foundational Questions Institute, and the founder and director of the John Bell Institute for the Foundations of Physics. Patreon (bonus materials + video chat): https://www.patreon.co…

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Harlan County, USA (1976) | War on the Working Class 2:13:11

8M ago2:13:11

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We're talking labor unions! Hal and Craig watched Barbara Kopple's HARLAN COUNTY, USA, the ground-breaking 1976 documentary chronicling the struggles of coal mine workers in Harlan County, Kentucky as they fight against coal barons, police, and scabs in an effort to join the United Mine Workers of America. Discussions also include: Abortion rights …

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Bone Tomahawk (2015) - The Conservative Fantasies of S. Craig Zahler 1:56:13

9M ago1:56:13

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We celebrate our 1 year pod-iversary by beginning a new series of conservative films, specifically the violent fantasies of S. Craig Zahler. We begin with Zahler's directorial debut Bone Tomahawk, a western-horror starring Kurt Russell, Richard Jenkins, Matthew Fox, and Patrick Wilson. Zahler has a stylish eye and works well in genre conventions, b…

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Ganja & Hess (1973) | Post-Colonial Blood Suckers 1:51:12

9M ago1:51:12

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Hal & Craig discuss Bill Gunn's 1973 film Ganja & Hess and how its the perfect allegory for the nightmarish world wrought by post-colonialism. In addition, we discuss how the film was nearly lost to the sands of time and Sam Waymon's (who also stars in the film) incredible, haunting score. Also: Craig watched some bad Frankenstein adaptations; Hal'…

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Candyman (1992) | Redlining, Urban Planning, and the Boogeyman 2:00:17

10M ago2:00:17

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Spooky season continues with Bernard Rose's 1992 film Candyman. There's a lot to discuss! Hal and Craig break down how Candyman inverts the racist trope of the "savage brute". In addition, we look at Candyman's deft analysis of Chicago's Cabrini Green housing projects and how Candyman himself is a creation of White America whose pain tends to rever…

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Antonio Padilla | Fantastic Numbers, Naturalness, and Anthropics in Physics 2:34:13

10M ago2:34:13

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Antonio (Tony) Padilla is a theoretical physicist and cosmologist at the University of Nottingham. He serves as the Associate Director of the Nottingham Centre of Gravity, and in 2016, Tony shared the Buchalter Cosmology Prize for his work on the cosmological constant. Tony is also a star of the Numberphile YouTube channel, where his videos have re…

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A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy's Revenge (1985) | One, Two, Freddy's Coming For Your Closet 2:13:31

10M ago2:13:31

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In this episode, Hal and Craig discuss the sequel to Wes Craven's seminal horror classic. Hal takes Craig to school, dissecting this often-overlooked (and underrated) horror sequel and how it has become a classic in queer cinema for its often obvious (but sometimes quite subtle) metaphors to queer identity and escaping the closet in 1980s America. …

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