Best Neil Sometimes David Podcasts (2025)

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Dragonslayer (1981) 1:01:29

3d ago1:01:29

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Send us a text Eric and Neil talk about the underrated fantasy movie from 1981, Dragonslayer. With some of the best special effects craftsmen working behind the scenes, its a memorable slice of 80's fantasy. Grab your bag of ashes and join us!By Eric and Neil (sometimes David)

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Nadia Reid 37:10

7d ago37:10

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Nadia Reid is a singer-songwriter born and raised in New Zealand, before recently relocating to Manchester. She’s just released her fourth album “Enter Now Brightness”. We take a deep dive into the album, and our conversation ends up encompassing motherhood, relocation, generational trauma, faith; it goes to some deep places. I really hope you enjo…

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The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002) 59:17

10d ago59:17

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Send us a text Eric and Neil talk about the second movie the epic Lord of the Rings Trilogy, The Two Towers. We talk about hobbit relationships and the boring elves. Grab a slice of Lembas and join us!By Eric and Neil (sometimes David)

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Episode 16: Ep. 12 David MacKay Interview 1:32:36

16d ago1:32:36

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I'm starting off 2025 by interrupting the chronological flow of this series, but it's well worth it. This is an interview I conducted in 2022 with bassist David MacKay, whose playing, in my opinion, is as responsible for the sound of late 70's Nez as Red Rhodes' steel was to early 70's Nez. Why did I wait three years to publish this? A timeline mig…

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Blue Velvet (1986) 1:08:30

25d ago1:08:30

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Send us a text In honor of David Lynch, Eric, Neil and David talk about the controversial movie from 1986, Blue Velvet. This movie warped our fragile little minds when we first saw it. It still stands the test of time as one of the essential cult movies from the 80's. Grab two cookies and a coke and join us!…

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Tamara Lindeman (The Weather Station) 1:05:15

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You know how every now and then, an album comes along that just gets into your bones, and it’s hard to describe just how grateful you are it exists? (If you don’t know that feeling, I’m sorry, but keep searching for it). Tamara Lindeman working as The Weather Station has make two such records I feel that way about; 2019’s “Ignorance” and 2025’s “Hu…

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The Adventures Of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension (1984) 1:01:25

1M ago1:01:25

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Send us a text Eric, Neil and David talk about one of the greatest cult Sci-fi films of all time. You either love it or you don't. It wasn't a box office success, but like so many of the movies we talk about, it gained popularity on cable and home video. Grab your lantern battery and join us!By Eric and Neil (sometimes David)

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Terror Train (1980) 1:01:57

1M ago1:01:57

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Send us a text We're back with a good old fashioned slasher movie. Eric, Neil and David talk about a movie, that even Jamie Lee Curtis can't elevate. It's a snail paced snoozed with a concept. We also talk about what we are looking forward to in the new year. Grab your party favors and join us!By Eric and Neil (sometimes David)

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Episode 15: Ep. 11 Happy Nez Year and Preview of 2025 5:46

2M ago5:46

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Happy 2025 to all! Especially to those of you who have been digging QBNA and telling your Nezhead or Nezcurious friends. Who doesn't love an unplanned quickie? Here's a five minute rundown of what I've got planned for 2025. Enjoy. HOWEVER... shortly after recording this I listened to an amazing, eye-opening, heartwarming interview that I conducted …

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Christmas Vacation (1989) 1:08:50

2M ago1:08:50

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Send us a text Neil returns this week as he joins Eric and David to talk about the 1989 classic, Christmas Vacation. We talk about our favorite Christmas gifts over the years and also about the awesomeness that is cousin Eddie. Grab your jelly of the month club gift certificate and join us!By Eric and Neil (sometimes David)

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Scott Devendorf (The National) 47:39

2M ago47:39

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I first heard The National 17 years ago this month I think, and I fell in love instantly. They’ve continued to be one of my favourite bands, and it’s been great to see them ascend to new heights of popularity and pursue interesting creative directions in the band and outside. Guitarist Aaron Dessner is now a key producer and co-writer for the likes…

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Silent Night, Deadly Night (1984) 59:26

2M ago59:26

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Send us a text Eric and David talk about the controversial Christmas themed slasher from 1984, Silent Night, Deadly Night. Its a sleazy slasher movie, that was pulled from theaters after just one week. Grab your axe and join us!By Eric and Neil (sometimes David)

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Leaders and teams for successful software projects 32:47

2M ago32:47

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A piece on leadership and teams needed to create great software projects and overcome the organisational immune system, all without any fan noise, and an intro from Mark. Unicorn project book DevOps handbook (hint, DevOps is *not* a separate team or job title, that's just Ops) Culture - The Fearless Organisation book MeLE Fanless Mini PC Quieter 4C…

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David & Peter Brewis (Field Music) / Walter Schreifels (Rival Schools) 1:19:07

2M ago1:19:07

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It’s a busy one. My guests this episode are Sunderland’s David and Peter Brewis, known collectively as Field Music, and Walter Schreifels of New York post-hardcore rockers Rival Schools. You may remember David Brewis from Field Music has been on the podcast before. I’ve been a fan of the band since 2007’s magnificent “Tones Of Town” album. Dependin…

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Episode 14: Ep. 10 Sunny Girlfriend 36:55

2M ago36:55

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Nesmith sneaks a Byrds-y country rocker about better living through chemistry onto an album marketed to 11 year olds. He also borrows the intro to a Stones song. With Nesmith on 12-string rhythm guitar, Tork on 6-string lead guitar and John London on bass (and Dolenz on drums) I kinda wish this was the touring lineup. Woulda been a more versatile, …

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Trading Places (1983) 58:14

2M ago58:14

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Send us a text Eric and David get in the holiday spirit with the holiday adjacent movie, Trading Places from 1983. We talk about how huge Eddie Murphy was in the early 80's and how he brought families together in spite of the profanity. Grab some escargot and join us.By Eric and Neil (sometimes David)

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Showgirls (1995) 1:06:21

3M ago1:06:21

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Send us a text Neil is missing this week, so Eric and David tackle one of the worst movies of all time, Showgirls from 1995. We ask the important question, "was it meant to be this bad?" Grab some doggie chow and join us!By Eric and Neil (sometimes David)

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The Making of “Uncut” Magazine w/ Michael Bonner (Editor) 47:35

3M ago47:35

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So, actually quite a personal episode for me this week. When I was 16 years old I started a media GNVQ at a local college, and during the first year there was a week allocated for work experience, so around June 2000 I spent a week working at Uncut magazine. My babysitter for that week was Michael Bonner, who in 2018 officially became the magazine’…

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Godzilla (1998) 1:05:05

3M ago1:05:05

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Send us a text Turkey month gobbles on as we talk about the dreadful American adaptation of Godzilla from 1998. Neil and David listen as Eric rants against this abomination. Grab some Taco Bell and listen.By Eric and Neil (sometimes David)

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Mac and Me (1988) 1:01:12

3M ago1:01:12

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Send us a text Turkey month marches on with Mac and Me from 1988. Eric, Neil and David suffer through one of the worst family films of all time. Grab a Big Mac and join us!By Eric and Neil (sometimes David)

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Phil Manzanera (Roxy Music) 38:37

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Phil Manzanera has had a remarkable life. Best known as the lead guitarist in Roxy Music, he’s also worked as a writer, producer and/or performer with the likes of David Gilmour, Steve Winwood, Nico, Brian Eno and many more. He’s just released a mammoth box set of his solo work which dates back to 1975’s “Diamond Head” album. The box, entitled “50 …

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Episode 9: Ep. 9 You Just May Be The One 48:56

3M ago48:56

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I'm back! Is anyone still here? Sorry about the longer-than-intended break. Life happens. Also, excuse the fact that I introduce this as Episode 9, disregarding the summer reruns. I'll be taking those down so it's not so confusing. This episode traces the life of one of the best, most concise pop songs Nesmith ever wrote and I think the only song i…

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Alone in the Dark (2005) 1:04:33

3M ago1:04:33

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Send us a text Turkey Month begins as Eric, Neil and David talk about the awful video game adaptation, Alone in the Dark from 2005. It's our first Uwe Boll movie. Grab your Play Station 1 and join us!By Eric and Neil (sometimes David)

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Jeff Wayne on “The War of the Worlds” 37:57

4M ago37:57

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Released on the 9th June 1978, “Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of The War of the Worlds” went on to sell an estimated 15 million copies. As you likely know, the album features an adaptation of H.G. Wells’ classic sci-fi story, narrated by actor Richard Burton set to music, with vocal performances from the likes of David Essex, Justin Hayward, Phil Ly…

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Army of Darkness (1993) 59:39

4M ago59:39

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Send us a text Eric, Neil and David talk about the awesome third movie in the Evil Dead Trilogy, Army of Darkness. David talks about recovering from shoulder surgery and we also talk about Halloween holiday memories.By Eric and Neil (sometimes David)

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Sleepy Hollow (1999) 1:01:12

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Send us a text Eric and Neil try to get into the Halloween Spirit by watching Tim Burton's Sleepy Hollow. It's a fun movie with lots of atmosphere and gore. The tacked on mystery leaves something to be desired, but it's fun overall. We also talk about Halloween in general and all of the Halloween TV specials of our youth. Draw a ring of protection …

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Evil Dead 2 (1987) 1:11:34

4M ago1:11:34

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Send us a text Eric and Neil talk about one of the best horror movies of all time. We talk about it how stumbling on it in the video store changed our lives! Grab and Axe and JOIN US!By Eric and Neil (sometimes David)

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Halloween Resurrection (2002) 1:04:38

4M ago1:04:38

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Send us a text Eric, Neil and David endure one of the worst movies of the franchise. Michael is watered down and and the early 2000's vibes are off the charts. Grab your webcams and join us!By Eric and Neil (sometimes David)

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Hellraiser (2022) 1:03:27

5M ago1:03:27

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Send us a text David joins Eric and Neil for a pretty recent movie. We talk about Hellraiser from 2022. We discuss other Clive Barker works and movies as well. Grab your puzzle box and join us!By Eric and Neil (sometimes David)

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Tony Banks (Genesis) 47:29

5M ago47:29

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The last time Genesis keyboard player extraordinaire Tony Banks came on the show was a few years ago, and we discussed a box set of his solo albums. Since then there has been a final Genesis tour, “The Last Domino?”, which I got to see the opening and closing nights of, and Tony now has a new boxset compiling his three classical albums “7”, “6”, an…

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The Beyond (1981) 1:06:11

5M ago1:06:11

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Send us a text Our tour of Italian horror continues with the 1981 schlockfest, The Beyond from 1981. Neil struggles to understand Eric's love for Italian horror movies. Grab a bowl of pasta and join us!By Eric and Neil (sometimes David)

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Deep Red (1975) 1:02:39

5M ago1:02:39

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Send us a text Eric and Neil return to Italy to talk about one of the most famous Italian horror movies of all time, Deep Red from 1975. It's more of a point, counterpoint affair as Eric love the movie and Neil was driven to drink because of it. Put on your black gloves and join us!By Eric and Neil (sometimes David)

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Gemma Hayes 53:10

5M ago53:10

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Gemma Hayes is a singer-songwriter from Ireland, and after a 10 year gap she is about to release her 7th album “Blind Faith” and, spoiler alert, it’s really, really good. We discuss the album’s long gestation, balancing motherhood and creativity, and I was also keen to dig into her debut album, the Dave Friedman produced “Night On My Side” from 200…

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Final Destination (2000) 1:04:57

5M ago1:04:57

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Send us a text David is back and he joins Eric and Neil as they talk about the first instalment of the fun death machine franchise, Final Destination from 2000! Marvel at pre 9/11 travel and low rise pants. Escape your fate and join us!By Eric and Neil (sometimes David)

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The Dead Zone (1983) 1:08:25

6M ago1:08:25

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Send us a text Eric and Neil head to Stephen King country for the 1983 movie, The Dead Zone. A great movie filled with amazing performances and surprising restraint from David Cronenberg. Get off of the ice and join us!By Eric and Neil (sometimes David)

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Steve Howe (Yes/Asia) 29:55

6M ago29:55

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Steve Howe is a guitarist best known for his work with Yes, who of course are a cornerstone of progressive rock. The albums “Close To The Edge”, “Fragile”, and “The Yes Album” are essential listening, as far as I’m concerned. Steve had a period of time out of Yes in the 80s and early 90s but had success with another band, Asia, before rejoining Yes…

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National Lampoons Vacation (1983) 1:06:32

6M ago1:06:32

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Send us a text Eric and Neil talk about the classic comedy, National Lampoon's Vacation. We talk about what a terrible person Clark is and all of our awful vacation memories. Grab a map and join us!By Eric and Neil (sometimes David)

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Tron (1982) 1:07:00

6M ago1:07:00

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Send us a text Eric and Neil discuss the 1982 cult classic, Tron. Considered a box office disappointment, despite making a profit. This much loved futuristic video game movie has been quite influential. Grab a roll of quarters and join us!By Eric and Neil (sometimes David)

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Mike Mills (R.E.M.) 27:34

6M ago27:34

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What to say about REM? It might actually be hard for teenagers today, or even 20-somethings, to appreciate how big R.E.M. were in the 90s. For a while, even when they were reinventing themselves, or tackling themes not especially conducive to pop hits, they just seemed to keep getting bigger. They signed the most expensive record deal in history in…

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Back to School (1986) 1:03:04

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Send us a text Eric and Neil talk about the classic comedy from 1986. We also talk about our love for stand up comedy in the 80's and how huge Rodney Dangerfield was during that time. Pick up your syllabus and join us!By Eric and Neil (sometimes David)

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The Last Dragon (1985) 58:52

6M ago58:52

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Send us a text David is back this week and he suffers while joining Eric and Neil as they discuss 80's favorite, The Last Dragon. We also talk about the works of Vanity and the 80's in general. Get that glow and join us!By Eric and Neil (sometimes David)

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Steve Wynn (The Dream Syndicate) 52:19

7M ago52:19

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Steve Wynn is a founding member of The Dream Syndicate, a key band in the so-called Paisley Underground scene of the early 1980’s. Their debut album “The Days Of Wine And Roses” was recorded in three overnight sessions and released in 1982. It’s one of the great indie-rock touchstones and a phenomenal debut. The band had high-profile support slots …

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The Burning (1981) 1:13:13

7M ago1:13:13

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Send us a text It's late summer so Eric and Neil go back to camp to talk about the cult slasher, The Burning. It has several actors that went on to bigger and better things. It also has that Tom Savini magic. Build a makeshift raft and join us!By Eric and Neil (sometimes David)

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Mortal Kombat (1995) 1:08:09

7M ago1:08:09

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Send us a text Eric and Neil discuss the high water mark of video game movies from the 90's, Mortal Kombat. We talk about our favorite fighting games and EDM music. Test your might and join us!By Eric and Neil (sometimes David)

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Red Dawn (1984) 1:06:35

7M ago1:06:35

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Send us a text Eric, Neil and David head back to the 80's for this epic action film, Red Dawn. The scenario is scary and enticing at the same time! Who wouldn't want to band together with your buddies to wage guerrilla war? Grab your supplies and join us!By Eric and Neil (sometimes David)

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Confident Contracting with Neil Millard 2:57:45

7M ago2:57:45

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A flowing discussion with Neil about the life of a contractor, before during and after, with some important mental health lessons hard learned along the way. Neil shares advice for people at every stage in the contracting journey, from tentative first steps to options for going beyond contracting, along with his own journey. Neil: https://www.neilm…

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Paul Carrack (Mike + The Mechanics, Squeeze, Ace) 36:37

7M ago36:37

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Paul Carrack is a singer, songwriter, and musician, and he’s heading out on tour in celebration of the 50th anniversary of classic song “How Long”, a hit he had with his band Ace. Paul has had an incredibly varied career since then. He was a member of Squeeze replacing Jools Holland on keyboards, and playing on their much-loved album “East Side Sto…

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Rocky IV (1985) 1:05:05

7M ago1:05:05

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Send us a text Neil is back! He joins Eric in talking about the tensions of the Cold War and potential head injuries of Rocky 4. We catch up on what's up with Neil and talk about watching movies on airplanes. Don't throw in the towel, join us!By Eric and Neil (sometimes David)

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“The Simpsons” Special w/ Bill Oakley (Writer/Showrunner) 51:02

8M ago51:02

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Bill Oakley, along with his best friend and writing partner Josh Weinstein, wrote various episodes of The Simpsons during it’s glory days including “Marge Gets A Job”, “Bart vs Australia”, and the legendary 2-part season-straddling “Who Shot Mr Burns”, and they were appointed executive producers and showrunners for the 7th and 8th seasons of the sh…

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13 Ghosts (2001) 57:17

8M ago57:17

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Send us a text Eric and David struggle to get through this awful remake from 2001, Thirteen Ghosts. It's a great example of early 2000's horror, loud, dumb and unnecessary. Put on your ghost goggles and join us!By Eric and Neil (sometimes David)

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