Best Larry Murray Podcasts (2024)

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1982 with Chris Nashawaty 1:10:07

31m ago1:10:07

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Film critic and author Chris Nashawaty’s latest book is “The Future Was Now: Madmen, Mavericks, and the Epic Sci-Fi Summer of 1982,” so you’ll never guess what year he joins us to talk about! Hear us wax rhapsodic about the thrills of “Blade Runner,” the chills of “The Thing,” the Catholic guilt of “The Verdict,” and much more. For show notes - inc…

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2019 with Noel Murray 1:19:18

35m ago1:19:18

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Film critic and O.G. AV Club member Noel Murray does not usually suffer from recency bias, but he thought it would be fun to glance back just five years to 2019, which gave us the hang-out pleasures of “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood,” the stinging commentary of “Parasite,” and the shocks and thrills of “Us.” For show notes - including where to stre…

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1995 with Caden Mark Gardner 1:07:46

1h ago1:07:46

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This week, we’re joined by the other co-author of the must-read new book “Corpses, Fools and Monsters: The History and Future of Transness in Cinema”; film critic Caden Mark Gardner discusses the cinema of 1995, including such now-classics as “Safe,” “Heat,” and “Devil in a Blue Dress.” For show notes - including where to stream this week's movies,…

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Episode 31 - Karl Wolf 1:04:50

3d ago1:04:50

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In this episode of Courageous Conversations, host Richard Dolan sits down with the multi-talented artist Karl Wolf. Karl shares his journey from his early days in Beirut, Lebanon, to becoming a celebrated musician in Canada and around the world. He discusses his experiences during the pandemic, his creative process, and the importance of authentici…

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1969 with Willow Catelyn Maclay 1:05:15

6d ago1:05:15

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“Corpses, Fools and Monsters: The History and Future of Transness in Cinema” (out Tuesday) is one of our favorite film books of the year, and we’re welcoming both of its authors as consecutive guests. This week, film critic Willow Catelyn Maclay joins us to talk about the movies of 1969, from the ahead-of-its-time freedom of “Funeral Parade of Rose…

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1959 with Phillip Lopate 1:09:45

13d ago1:09:45

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The essayist, poet, and film critic Phillip Lopate joins us to discuss his new collection “My Affair with Art House Cinema” and the cinema of 1959, in which one series began with “The 400 Blows,” one series ended with “The World of Apu,” and Otto Preminger hit the courtroom in “Anatomy of a Murder.” For show notes - including where to stream this w…

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Looney Tunes Cartoons Supervising Producer Alex Kirwan 1:17:56

1M ago1:17:56

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This week I sit down with Supervising Looney Tunes Cartoons Supervising Producer, Alex Kirwan to chat all things Looney Tunes! Join our Patreon: patreon.com/nmyheadpod Follow Alex Kirwan: https://www.instagram.com/alexkirtoon/?hl=en Follow Us On Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nmyheadpod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nmyhead…

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1924 with Marya E. Gates 1:16:03

20d ago1:16:03

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Nobody we know knows more about silent cinema than film critic, historian, and social media mastermind Marya E. Gates. She joins us to talk about movies from literally a century ago, from the brilliance of “Sherlock Jr.” to the sexiness of “Forbidden Paradise” to the surrealism of “Ballet Mécanique.” For show notes - including where to stream this …

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1961 with Larry Karaszewski 1:31:31

27d ago1:31:31

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Larry Karaszewski isn’t just an award-winning screenwriter and producer — he’s also a serious cinephile, as evidenced by the fact that we asked him for a top five for the year of his birth, 1961, and he came back with six double-features. We talk about them all on this super-sized episode, with inspired pairings of American independents, Natalie Wo…

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Rocko's Modern Life Creator Joe Murray 1:25:09

1M ago1:25:09

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This week I sit down with Rocko's Modern Life creator Joe Murray to talk all things Rocko! This one has been a LONG time coming and I was so stoked to finally have Joe on. Join our Patreon: patreon.com/nmyheadpod Follow Joe Murray: https://www.instagram.com/animationdestination/ Follow Joe Murray: https://open.spotify.com/show/263EAbcFHuPBECSplwQ6t…

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1967 with Mark Harris 1:18:50

1M ago1:18:50

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Mark Harris has written three of the essential film books of our time, and one of them — “Pictures at a Revolution” — tells the story of Hollywood in flux by detailing the making of the five nominees for best picture of 1967. So he joins us to talk about that year, from the groundbreaking “The Graduate” to the nose-thumbing of “Bonnie & Clyde” to t…

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Episode 30 - Emilie Goldblum 1:00:36

1M ago1:00:36

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Prepare for an illuminating weekend! Get set for an enlightening episode of Courageous Conversation featuring the exceptional Emilie Goldblum. Delve into profound topics guided by her insights. From her journey to the Olympic's to life's invaluable lessons, this promises to be an engaging experience. Stay tuned on our YouTube channel for the upcomi…

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What A Cartoon Review With Animation Destination 1:01:53

2M ago1:01:53

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This week I sit down with Brandon Jones of Animation Destination to chat ALL things What A Cartoon. The greatest era for Cartoon and the shorts program that brought in the animation boom of the 90s! Part 1 of this 2 parter is on Brandons Show so make sure you head over there and check it out before you listen to this one. Join our Patreon: patreon.…

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1987 with Carrie Courogen 1:11:53

1M ago1:11:53

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Writer, editor, and director Carrie Courogen is the author of the breathtakingly good new book “Miss May Does Not Exist,” and since it’s a biography of Elaine May, she joins us to talk about 1987 — not only May’s unjustly maligned “Ishtar,” but the sheer perfection of “Broadcast News” and “Moonstruck.” For show notes - including where to stream thi…

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2 Stupid Dogs Creator Donovan Cook 1:15:45

2M ago1:15:45

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This week I sit down with 2 Stupid Dogs Creator Donovan Cook. We chat about the creation, pitch and taking it to series at Hanna-Barbera and a lot of other great stories! This one has been a long time coming and I am SO happy I finally got to give my thanks to Donovan for this unforgettable series! Join our Patreon: patreon.com/nmyheadpod Follow Do…

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1964 with Ben Mankiewicz 1:14:48

2M ago1:14:48

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Film critic, historian, and TCM stalwart Ben Mankiewicz joins us, on the eve of a new season of his essential podcast “The Plot Thickens” to discuss the nuclear meltdowns of “Fail-Safe,” the political paranoia of “Seven Days in May,” the complex delights of “Marriage, Italian Style,” and more of the movies of 1964. For show notes - including where …

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1976 with Alexandra West 1:15:29

2M ago1:15:29

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Film critic, podcaster, and historian Alexandra West joins us to talk about her new book “Gore-Geous: Personal Essays on Beauty and Horror” and the movies of 1976, from the bloodbaths of “Carrie” and “Taxi Driver” to the erotic power plays of “In the Realm of the Senses.” For show notes - including where to stream this week's movies, links to refer…

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1983 with Richard Shepard 1:16:01

2M ago1:16:01

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Screenwriter and director Richard Shepard’s new film is catnip to us (and probably you too, if you’re listening to his show): “Film Geek,” an essay film about growing up as a movie-crazy kid in NYC in the late ‘70s and early ‘80s. He joins us to talk about 1983, including Scorsese’s “King of Comedy,” Fosse’s “STAR 80,” and Forsyth’s “Local Hero.” F…

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The Powerpuff Girls Creator Reunion 1:40:45

3M ago1:40:45

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This week I sit down and chat The Powderpuff Girls with Craig McCracken, Lauren Faust, Linda Simensky, Chris Battle and Fred Seibert! Follow Our Guests: Follow Craig: https://twitter.com/CrackMcCraigen Follow Lauren: https://twitter.com/Fyre_flye Follow Linda: https://www.instagram.com/linsim2/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/chrisbattleart…

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1991 with Alonso Duralde 1:15:08

2M ago1:15:08

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Critic, podcaster, and author Alonso Duralde was just beginning his professional life in 1991, and witnessed the early pangs of what became known as the New Queer Cinema, a key point in his new book “Hollywood Pride: A Celebration of LGBTQ+ Representation and Perseverance in Film.” He joins us to talk about that moment, including the delights of “M…

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Episode 29 - David Hasselhoff 51:01

2M ago51:01

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Prepare for an illuminating weekend! Get set for an enlightening episode of Courageous Conversation featuring the exceptional David Hasselhoff. Delve into profound topics guided by his insights. From his journey in entertainment to life's invaluable lessons, this promises to be an engaging experience. Stay tuned on our YouTube channel for the upcom…

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Episode 28 - Robin Sharma 33:18

3M ago33:18

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Dive into an extraordinary journey into the realm of authentic abundance with Richard Dolan & Robin Sharma on Courageous Conversations! Join us for an enlightening discussion that transcends traditional notions of wealth and redefines the essence of true prosperity. Don't miss out on this transformative experience! Tune in now! Experience a weekend…

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1954 with Glenn Kenny 1:09:01

2M ago1:09:01

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Glenn Kenny is the author of the new book “The World Is Yours: The Story of ‘Scarface,’ and is one of our favorite film critics and scholars in general. He’s here to talk about the mighty 1954, a less-discussed year that gave us everything from “The Seven Samurai” to “Rear Window” to “The Creature from the Black Lagoon.” For show notes - including …

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Johnny Bravo Character Designer Julian Chaney 1:16:32

3M ago1:16:32

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This week I sit down with Johnny Bravo character designer Julian Chaney to chat the early days of CN and working with Van to create and design some of the most iconic characters in the Johnny Bravo universe! Join our Patreon: patreon.com/nmyheadpod Follow Julian: https://www.facebook.com/julian.chaney.7 Follow Us On Social Media: Facebook: https://…

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1990 with Kate Erbland 1:04:50

3M ago1:04:50

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Indiewire’s Kate Erbland was a literal child in the year 1990, but she luckily had parent who put very few viewing boundaries on her, which was how she ended up seeing “Die Hard 2,” “Ghost,” and one of her all-time favorite movies, “Pretty Woman.” She joins us to talk about those and MANY more. For show notes - including where to stream this week's…

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The Early Days of Cartoon Network With Larry Huber and Sylvia Edwards 1:40:41

3M ago1:40:41

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This week I sit down with Larry Huber and Sylvia Edwards to chat the last days Hanna-Barbera, The Early Days of Cartoon Network, The Shorts Initiative "What A Cartoon" and we finish with Cow and Chicken! Join our Patreon: patreon.com/nmyheadpod Follow Us On Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nmyheadpod Instagram: https://www.instagram…

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1997 with Tomris Laffly 1:06:54

3M ago1:06:54

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Film critic and journalist Tomris Laffly was just starting to figure out who she was as a filmgoer in 1997, so she joins us to share some of her favorite memories of that year: the heartache of “Good Will Hunting,” the dark humor of “The Ice Storm,” and the majesty of “Titanic.” For show notes - including where to stream this week's movies, links t…

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2002 with John Early 1:12:44

3M ago1:12:44

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In advance of Friday’s theatrical debut of his Sundance hit “Stress Positions,” comedian, actor, writer, and cinephile John Early joins us to discuss all things 2002, from the earnestness of “Crossroads” to the sexiness of “Unfaithful” to the status of his Toni Collette website. For show notes - including where to stream this week's movies, links t…

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Cow and Chicken Reunion 1:28:07

4M ago1:28:07

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This week I sit down Cow and Chicken Creator David Feiss, Head Writer Mike Ryan, Art Director Deane Taylor, Director Robert Alvarez, Hanna-Barbera's last President Fred Seibert and the Voice Of Cow, Chicken the Red Guy and your entire childhood Charlie Adler to talk all things Cow and Chicken! Join our Patreon: patreon.com/nmyheadpod Follow Fred: h…

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Episode 27 - Don Miguel 41:19

3M ago41:19

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Embark on the captivating journey of Don Miguel as he shares his remarkable transformation from a dedicated surgeon to a profound spiritual teacher and celebrated author. Follow along as he unveils the untold story of his path, recounting the profound shifts and revelations that led him to wholeheartedly embrace a new calling. Immerse yourself in t…

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2013 with Siddhant Adlakha 1:13:49

3M ago1:13:49

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Filmmaker, actor, TV writer, and film critic Siddhant Adlakha was in a moment of transition in 2013, and vowed to see as many new movies as possible for the sake of career clarity. He walks us through some of those discoveries, from the spectacle of “Ram-Leela” to the melancholy of “Inside Llewyn Davis” to the intimacy of “Short Term 12.” For show …

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1979 with Scott Drebit 1:09:56

3M ago1:09:56

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Daily Dead columnist Scott Drebit’s new book is “A Cut Below: A Celebration of B Horror Movies, 1950s-1980s,” so it shouldn’t come as a surprise that he picked 1979, a banner year for horror. He joins us to discuss the working-class scares of “Alien,” the insanity of “Zombie,” the inexplicable PG rating of “Tourist Trap,” and more. For show notes -…

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King of the Hill writer Michael Jamin 57:04

4M ago57:04

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This week I sit down with Michael Jamin to talk KOTH and his new book "A Paper Orchestra"! Join our Patreon: patreon.com/nmyheadpod Follow Michael: https://michaeljamin.com Buy Michaels Book: https://michaeljamin.com/book/ Check out Michaels Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0qyvBsGTbTE41rixU8bpNn?si=7b304b44e75e4645 Follow Us On Social Media:…

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2017 with Alison Herman 1:11:25

4M ago1:11:25

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“Variety” TV critic Alison Herman had just moved to Los Angeles in the year of our lord 2017, and she joins us to recall, with fondness, the cockeyed comedy of “Phantom Thread,” the deft commentary of “Get Out,” and the totally not-divisive pleasures of “Star Wars: The Last Jedi.” For show notes - including where to stream this week's movies, links…

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1994 with Bob Byington 57:18

4M ago57:18

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It’s a special MID-WEEK EPISODE, in honor of Friday’s release of acclaimed director Bob Byington’s latest, “Lousy Carter.” Join us as we talk with Bob about the current indie landscape and the films of 1994, from the art of “Red” to the commerce of “Speed” to the pleasures of “The Hudsucker Proxy.” For show notes - including where to stream this we…

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1965 with Robert Daniels 1:04:54

4M ago1:04:54

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For show number two from SXSW, we’re joined by the prolific film critic and RogerEbert.com Associate Editor Robert Daniels. He sings the praises of 1965, from the devastation of “The Pawnbroker” to the thrills of “Flight of the Phoenix” to the sweep of “Doctor Zhivago.” For show notes - including where to stream this week's movies, links to referen…

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Angry Beavers Creator Reunion 1:54:22

4M ago1:54:22

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This week I sit down Angry Beavers Creator Mitch Schauer Head Writer Keith Kaczorek and the Voice Of Dag Richard Horvitz to talk all things Angry Beavers! Join our Patreon: patreon.com/nmyheadpod Follow Mitch: https://www.instagram.com/mitchschauer/ Follow Keith: https://www.instagram.com/keithkaczorek/ Follow Richard: https://www.instagram.com/ric…

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1989 with Jacob Knight 1:03:43

5M ago1:03:43

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Back at SXSW, we’re joined by Austin’s own Jacob Knight, co-host of the “Secret Handshake” podcast, and lover of great movies and great trash. 1989 offered plenty of both, from the power of “The Abyss” to the inanity of “Jason Takes Manhattan” to the coke-dusted earnestness of “Road House.” For show notes - including where to stream this week's mov…

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King of the Hill Supervising Director Klay Hall 1:23:32

5M ago1:23:32

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This week I sit down with King of the Hill Supervising Director Klay to chat ALL things KOTH! Join our Patreon: patreon.com/nmyheadpod Follow Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/altieriarts/ Planet Comic Con Kansas City: https://planetcomicon.com Follow Us On Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nmyheadpod Instagram: https://www.instagram.…

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1998 with Esther Zuckerman 1:03:58

5M ago1:03:58

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Esther Zuckerman is an appropriate guest for Oscar Sunday, as she is the author of the fabulous book “Beyond the Best Dressed; A Cultural History of the Most Glamorous, Radical, and Scandalous Oscar Fashion.” She joins us to talk about famous Oscar spoiler “Shakespeare in Love,” the wildly underrated “Velvet Goldmine,” the one and only “Big Lebowsk…

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Batman: The Animated Series Director Kevin Altieri 1:25:40

5M ago1:25:40

1:25:40

This week I sit down with Kevin Altieri to chat ALL things Batman: The Animated Series! Join our Patreon: patreon.com/nmyheadpod Follow Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/altieriarts/ Planet Comic Con Kansas City: https://planetcomicon.com Follow Us On Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nmyheadpod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nm…

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1968 with David Fear 1:20:23

5M ago1:20:23

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David Fear, chief film critic and senior editor at “Rolling Stone,” had not yet joined the living in the year 1968, but he’s always been fascinated by its contradictions and commentaries. He joins us to discuss the genius of “2001: A Space Odyssey,” the majesty of “Once Upon a Time in the West,” and the stickiness of “Rosemary’s Baby.” For show not…

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Batman the Animated Series with Dan Riba and Kevin Altieri 1:28:21

5M ago1:28:21

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This week I sit down with The Dynamic Duo of Dan Riba and Kevin Altieri to chat ALL things Batman: The Animated Series! Join our Patreon: patreon.com/nmyheadpod Follow Dan: https://danriba.com/ Follow Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/altieriarts/ Planet Comic Con Kansas City: https://planetcomicon.com Follow Us On Social Media: Facebook: https://ww…

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Episode 26 - Russ Yeager 52:27

5M ago52:27

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Achieving success in both finance and fitness often seems like a daunting task, but it's entirely possible with the right mindset and approach. In our latest video, join Richard Dolan and fitness guru Russ Yeager as they dive deep into overcoming the twin challenges of time and money that many face on their journey to fitness excellence. This discu…

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1978 with Katie Rife 1:10:16

5M ago1:10:16

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The whip-smart and hysterically funny Katie Rife joins us to talk about the movies of 1978 — from the terrifying precision to “Halloween” to the sweaty muscularity of “The 36th Chamber of Shaolin” to the impeccable formalism of “Les Rendez-vous d’Anna” — and why ‘70s genre cinema holds up so well. For show notes - including where to stream this wee…

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Early Nickelodeon Days with Linda Simensky 1:35:46

5M ago1:35:46

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This week I sit down with Linda Simensky to talk her early career as well as the early days at Nickelodeon studios! Join our Patreon: patreon.com/nmyheadpod Follow Linda: https://www.facebook.com/linda.simensky Follow Linda: https://www.instagram.com/linsim2/ Follow Us On Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nmyheadpod Instagram: https:…

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1970 with Blake Howard 1:12:18

5M ago1:12:18

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Our Aussie invasion continues with this week’s guest, film critic and podcaster extraordinaire, Blake Howard, the mastermind of One Heat Minute Productions. Blake joins us to talk about unhealthy relationships with movies and his love for the films of 1970, from the gallows humor of “M*A*S*H” to the working class heroism of “Five Easy Pieces” to th…

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1992 with Sam Adams 1:06:35

6M ago1:06:35

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Sam Adams, writer and senior editor for Slate, was in the midst of his cinephile awakening in 1992, when he was taking in new indies and other risky delights at the SoNo Cinema. Join us as we walk through the vérité discomforts of “Husbands and Wives,” the radical queer art of “Edward II,” the biting-the-hand-that-feeds-you brilliance of “The Playe…

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My Life As A Teenage Robot with Rob Renzetti 1:24:29

6M ago1:24:29

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This week I sit down with Rob "The Great One" Renzetti to talk ALL things "My Life As A Teenage Robot"! Join our Patreon: patreon.com/nmyheadpod Follow Rob: https://robrenzetti.com Follow Rob: https://robrenzetti.com/newsletter-2/ Follow Rob: https://twitter.com/RobRenzetti Buy Rob's Books: https://robrenzetti.com/writing/the-horrible-bag-of-terrib…

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1971 with Alexandra Heller-Nicholas 1:13:37

6M ago1:13:37

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Film critic, author, “Fangoria” columnist, physical media mainstay, and recovering academic Alexandra Heller-Nicholas joins us for a jaunt through the dark laughs of “Little Murders” and “A New Leaf,” the knotty gender politics of “Straw Dogs,” and more of the disturbances and pleasures of 1971. For show notes - including where to stream this week'…

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