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This is Rating Descending, where we watch IMDb’s Worst 250 movies so you don’t have to. Michelle St Claire and Abigail Ward descend through the “Worst 250” list, and fill you in on the horrors and tragedies they witness along the way. Bad jokes, cheap beer, and shared trauma incoming. Follow us on twitter @Rate.Descend.Pod
Pure, silly, improv. Kyran Wheatley and his celebrity guest see just how badly they go attempting a quiz - with the trusty assistance of the assembled brains trust (the best improv comedians in Melbourne/The World deep, deep in character). If you like impro, this is some of Australia's best. All eps recorded at Comedy Republic in the heart of Melbourne, Australia. Or at festivals around the world. For access to the full back catalogue of over 100 episodes, early access to weekly eps and more ...
Croc bosses, sweater vests, and kissing scenes. This week Abigail and Michelle watched this “war drama” so you don’t have to. They take a quick dive into the films Evil Third Khan, saccharin tones, and problematic depiction of disabilityBy Michelle St Claire & Abigail Ward
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Urvi Majumdar w Redneck Twins William Bucktooth Bubblegum Billy (Oliver Coleman) and Tate Moses Swamp Billy (Blake Everett)
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Urvi Majumdar is here to answer on 10 questions through misguidance of the Brains Trust including Hillbilly cow/poppy farming twin brothers who spent (7 years) too long in utero, William Bucktooth Bubblegum Billy (Oliver Coleman) and Tate Moses Swamp Billy (Blake Everett) Hosted by Kyran Wheatley and recorded at Comedy Republic Edited by Luke Warlo…
Empty vessels, cat ASMR, and 20kgs of pink Himalayan rock salt. This week Michelle and Abigail watched another drab horror so you don’t have to. They take a quick dive into the films leads, snail-like pace, and lack of scares
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Noah Szto w Child Beauty Pageant Ringleaders Victoria & Roger (The Beryls)
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Noah Szto is here to take on 10 questions with the help of the Brains Trust including Victoria & Roger (The Beryls) who run Children's Pageants that make 'Toddlers & Tiaras' look like child's play. Hosted by Kyran Wheatley and recorded at Comedy Republic Edited by Luke Warlow We would love it if you joined the Brains Trust to help us make this show…
Haunted dolls, 3rd act jet packs, and consent kings. This week Abigail and Michelle watched Robocop 3 so you don’t have to. They take a quick dive into the films fight scenes, fantastic cast, and the Robocop franchise
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Josh Earl w Astrophysicist Brian Cox (Ben Russell) & 'Lady Detective' Loulou Lecrae (Isabella Valette)
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Josh Earl is here to solve ten mysteries with the aid from the Brains Trust including one of the greatest scientific minds of our time, Brian Cox (Ben Russell), and 1920's most relentless case-cracker, Loulou Lecrae (Isabella Valette) Hosted by Kyran Wheatley and recorded at Comedy Republic Edited by Luke Warlow We would love it if you joined the B…
Homonintendus heroes, getting abandoned, and the Mario to pussy pipeline. This week Michelle and Abigail watched this video game adaptation so you don’t have to. They take a quick dive into the films leading Brit, the origins of Mario, and production woesBy Michelle St Claire & Abigail Ward
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Jess Perkins w Ethel Chop (Andrea Powell) and Private Schoolboy Christian (Lena Moon)
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Jess Perkins (Triple J's Weekend Arvos) is here to solve ten questions with the aid from the Brains Trust including contrarian bully trust fund baby Christian (Lena Moon), and Ethel Chop who's here to drag us all back to good ol' days. Hosted by Kyran Wheatley and recorded at Comedy Republic Edited by Luke Warlow We would love it if you joined the …
Old cosplayers, cafeteria monsters, and fake stories, This week Abigail, Michelle, and special guest Neil Triffett watched this 1999 Beowulf adaptation. They take a quick film into the films leading man, dumb CGI, and techno soundtrack
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Tina Del Twist w Custom Shanks Salesman (Ben Russell) and German Baker (Jon Walpole)
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Tina Del Twist is here to answer ten questions while harnessing the power from the Brains Trust including the return of ever-diversifying salesman of Custom Shanks, Louis Barnard (Ben Russell), and German Baker of the finest pastries, rare organs, hammers and nails, Dürk (Jon Walpole) Hosted by Kyran Wheatley and recorded at Comedy Republic Edited …
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134: The Adventures of Rocky & Bullwinkle (with Julian Legere)
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Boob Mart, quitting in 2023, and the McAnuf. This week Michelle, Abigail, and special guest Julian Legere watched another cartoon-movie adaptation. They take a quick dive into the films notable quotes, source material, and fantastic cameos
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Aurelia St Clair w The New York City Crooners (Aiden Willcox & Isaac Haigh)
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Aurelia St Clair is taking on ten questions with the melodious misdirection from the Brains Trust consisting of the original American Songbirds (Aiden Willcox & Isaac Haigh) who will steal your hearts in a tune. Hosted by Kyran Wheatley and recorded at Comedy Republic Edited by Luke Warlow We would love it if you joined the Brains Trust to help us …
Dignified jurping, slam poem reviews, and Michelle’s list of likes. This week Abigail and Michelle watched this cartoon adaptation so you don’t have to. They take a quick dive into the films casting choices, deviations from the show, and cool gadgetsBy Michelle St Claire & Abigail Ward
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Grace Jarvis w Kyran's Nan (Michelle Brasier) & Banksy (Mish Wittrup)
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Grace Jarvis is here to answer ten questions with the aid of the Brains Trust consisting of Tarwin Lower's best kept secret Banksy (Mish Wittrup), with his 7ft nymphomaniac muse, Kyran's Nan (Michelle Brasier). Hosted by Kyran Wheatley and recorded at Comedy Republic Edited by Luke Warlow We would love it if you joined the Brains Trust to help us m…
Covid brain, Nickelback endings, and frothing a cold meal. This week Michelle and Abigail watched Torque so you don’t have to. They take a quick dive into the films action sequences, cast members, and notable band tees Filmshake - The ‘90s Movies Podcast Your go-to podcast for ’90s movies, covering the most bodacious decade in cinema. Listen on: Ap…
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Sam Petersen w The Housewives of Portsea (Nat and Jess Harris)
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Sam Petersen is here to solve ten questions whilst wading through the hottest Peninsular goss of the Brains Trust including Affluent Lifelong BFF Ladies of Leisure, Sal & Lynne (Nat & Jess Harris). Hosted by Kyran Wheatley and recorded at Comedy Republic Edited by Luke Warlow We would love it if you joined the Brains Trust to help us make this show…
French cultcha, stunt double armies, and Brian Wilson’s favourite film. This week Abigail and Michelle watched another Eddie Murphy film so you don’t have to. They take a quick dive into the films egotistical lead, blatant fatphobia, and clear misogynyBy Michelle St Claire & Abigail Ward
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Chris Ryan w Gentleman Thief (Marcel Blanch- de Wilt) and Thumbelina's Cousin (Eleanor Stankiewicz)
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Chris Ryan is here to tackle ten questions through the chaotic (mis)guidance of the brains trust including the Ever-Suave International Heist Mastermind, Willy Lakes (Marcel Blanch- de Wilt), and Thumbelina's Lesser-Known Overly-Polite Detective Cousin, Pinky Fingerlina (Eleanor Stankiewicz). Hosted by Kyran Wheatley and recorded at Comedy Republic…
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Mike Goldstein w Refurbished Prosthetic Vagina Salesman (Ben Russell) and Mike's Mortal Enemy (Prue Blake)
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Mike Goldstein (The Hundred) is back to answer ten questions with the hindrance from the brains trust of roaming Salesman Extraordinaire of Refurbished Prosthetic Vaginas, Snorkels and Snorkel-adjacent products Louis Barnard (Ben Russell), and Goldstein's Vindictive Effigy-Burning Arch Nemesis Louise (Prue Blake). Hosted by Kyran Wheatley and recor…
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138: The Last Airbender (with Gaden Sousa)
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Family burps, hand sex, and wild-eyed confederate vampires. This week Michelle, Abigail, and Gaden Sousa (!) watched the Avatar film adaptation so you don’t have to. They take a quick dive into the films whitewashed cast, amateur- looking direction, and lacklustre bendingBy Michelle St Claire & Abigail Ward
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Bron Lewis w Xmas Shopper Craig (Stu Daulman) and Lover of Cardboard Boxes Jono (Josh Glanc)
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Bron Lewis (winner Raw Comedy 2022) is set to answer ten questions with assistance from the brains trust of Dad Who's Sick Of Driving To Get Christmas Presents Craig (Stu Daulman) and Lover of Cardboard Boxes Jono (Josh Glanc). Hosted by Kyran Wheatley and recorded at Comedy Republic. Edited by Alex Jae. We would love it if you joined the Brains Tr…
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Steph Broadbridge w a film critic trapped in mud (Marcel Blanch-de Wilt) and Luxy Real Estate Agent Jaundice (Juliet Timmerman)
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Steph Broadbridge to answer ten questions with assistance from the brains trust of Hank, the film critic currently trapped in mud (Marcel Blanch-de Wilt) and Jaundice the Real Estate Agent (Juliet Timmerman). Hosted by Kyran Wheatley and recorded at Comedy Republic. Edited by Alex Jae. We would love it if you joined the Brains Trust to help us make…
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Broth ‘n’ fixings, Mould Man, and little Sand’gelica. This week Michelle and Abigail watched another fuckin’ post 2010 horror film. They take a quick dive into the films decent cast, unintelligible plot, and lack of spookiesBy Michelle St Claire & Abigail Ward
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Bonus: The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause
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Dying babies, merry cocks, and Robo-Santas. This bonus episode Abigail and Michelle watched the whole damn Santa Clause series so you don’t have to. They take a quick dive into the films leading man, bizarre plot choices, and array of mythological creatures
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Dane Simpson w The Man Inside Dorothy The Dinosaur Davo (Charlie Lewin) Catherine T Montgomagle (Annie Lumsden)
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Dane Simpson is back to answer ten questions with assistance from the brains trust of The Man Inside the Dorothy The Dinosaur Costume, Davo (Charlie Lewin) and Independent Theatre Make Catherine T Montgomagle (Annie Lumsden) Hosted by Kyran Wheatley and recorded at Comedy Republic. We would love it if you joined the Brains Trust to help us make thi…
Filthy smut writers, sexy contracts, and my inner goddess. This week Abigail and Michelle watched the 'erotic romance' that started it all so you don't have to. They take a quick dive into the film's strange author demands, comparisons to the book, and perhaps a few tangents
Flickering ultrasounds, supermarket meat, and glowing red babies. This week Michelle and Abigail watched yet another f**nd f****ge horror so you don't have to. They take a quick dive into Radio Silence, local horror, and yet more Eli Roth.By Michelle St Claire & Abigail Ward
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Bronwyn Kuss with Impressionist Borrie Tangerine (Ben Russell) and Psychologist Melanie Bowel (Hannah Camilleri)
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Bronwyn Kuss joins us to answer ten questions with assistance from the brains trust of Borrie Tangerine, the country's premier impressionist (Ben Russell) and Psychologist Melanie Bowel who specialises in Transition and Progression - specifically for artists leaving the arts (Hannah Camilleri). Hosted by Kyran Wheatley and recorded at Comedy Republ…
Puns, ethnic caricatures, and sweet flips. This week Abigail and Michelle watched this animated catastrophe so you don't have to. They take a quick dive in the the films troubled production, vomit-inducing visuals, and what happened to Enes Batur "Local Forecast - Elevator" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribu…
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Nish Kumar with Lap (Cale Bain) and VO Artist Natasha Box (Laura Hart)
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Coming to you from the 10th Just For Laughs festival in Sydney, Nish Kumar (UK) joins us to answer ten actually surprisingly difficult questions with assistance from the brains trust of a Lamp (Cale Bain) and a VO artist without the voice to match Natasha Box, or is it Kelly Clarkson (Laura Hart). We would love it if you joined the Brains Trust to …
CGI hawks, voldemorting out, and baby-faced Khans. This week Michelle and Abigail watched this Bollywood epic so you don’t have to. They take a quick dive into the films leading man, song and dance, and hammy moments Filmshake - The ‘90s Movies Podcast Your go-to podcast for ’90s movies, covering the most bodacious decade in cinema. Listen on: Appl…
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Pat McCaffrie with a Malteser (Frankie McNair) and an angry French clown (Damien Warren-SMith
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Pat McCaffrie joins us to answer ten perfect questions with assistance from the brains trust of a Malteser who's fallen between the couch cushions (Frankie McNair) and an angry French clown, Monsieur Merde (Damien Warren-Smith). We would love it if you left us a lovely little review in the podcast app of your choice, or tell someone who you think m…
Mythical pubussies, troll fights, and not enough eggs. This week Abigail and Michelle watched the Artemis Fowl adaption so you don’t have to. They take a quick dive into the films source material, famous director, and 19 year production hell Filmshake - The ‘90s Movies Podcast Your go-to podcast for ’90s movies, covering the most bodacious decade i…
