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"There's no place on Earth to hide!" Scott Hoffman and David Burns return for a bonus episode this week to talk Martians with Jeff Johnson for our limited series, "1986." Join us for Tobe Hooper's "Invaders From Mars!" Is the …

From his early days at Disney, to his blockbusters throughout the years, Tim Burton has consistently delivered everything from gothic fantasy, to quirky oddball tales. He's put his unusual touch on some of Hollywood's biggest characters, including Pee...

Who made who? Jeff Johnson, David Burns, and Scott Hoffman discuss Stephen King's first, and only, directorial effort "Maximum Overdrive" on our limited series "1986." Did George Romero secretly direct scenes? How did ACDC get involved? What is the...

Jeff Johnson and David Burns offer a quick, SPOILER-FREE review of Colin Trevorrow's latest dinosaur adventure, "Jurassic World Dominion".

Colin Trevorrow is one of the most successful directors to take Hollywood by storm in the last ten years. From his debut film, the brilliant time travel comedy "Safety Not Guaranteed", to the massive box office success of Jurassic World, …

"Sorry, Goose. It's time to buzz the tower." Our limited series, "1986", has finally re-engaged right in time for the release of Top Gun: Maverick! We're talking call signs, soundtrack, and everything else that makes this Tony Scott blockbuster one...

It's Louis Gossett Jr.'s 86th birthday, so our limited series, 1986, is back with a special Friday bonus episode to discuss his co-starring role in Firewalker! Was Chuck Norris successful as the comedic relief in a PG-rated film? Is Firewalker …

From the beginning of his career, critically acclaimed filmmaker Ang Lee has received accolades for his work. From Academy Award winner Sense and Sensibility, to the visually stunning Gemini Man, Lee has proven himself across genres; with two Oscar...

Our limited series, 1986, is back, and we're excited to be joined by Jason Colvin of the wildly popular Surely You Can't Be Serious podcast! Jason hits the courtroom with Jeff to discuss Ivan Reitman's rom-com crime thriller, Legal Eagles. …

This week on our limited series, 1986, it's all in the reflexes as we discuss Big Trouble in Little China! Although John Carpenter's action/adventure martial arts comedy was projected to be one of the biggest hits of the year, it …

Akira Kurosawa is one of the most celebrated filmmakers of all time. His influence can be seen in the work of many of Hollywood's most successful directors. From Roshomon to Ran, the legendary Kurosawa delivered one incredible film after another. …

When East meets West, the laughter shifts into high gear! David Burns is back on our limited series, 1986, to talk with Jeff about Gung Ho; Michael Keaton's automobile industry comedy! Was this one of Keaton's better comedies of the …

In the late 60's and early 70's, he led several young directors in the creation of a new Hollywood. He's won 6 Academy Awards, 5 Golden Globes, and the Palmes d'Or twice. He is Francis Ford Coppola. From his masterpiece, …

Ralph Macchio is trading in the dojo for the Mississippi Delta in Crossroads! He seeks out an elderly mentor to teach him about the blues, and Jeff seeks out Dayton Johnson of the Docking Bay 77 podcast and Scott Hoffman …

It's April Fool's Day and there is no better day to discuss the cult classic of the same name for our limited series, 1986! The joke is on Jeff, because no one showed up to debate the murder mystery with …

"What do you thrash?" "What do you got" We've got BMX and skateboard enthusiast Brad Stidham back again to discuss the skateboard classic "Thrashin'" for our limited series, 1986! We're talking half pipes, hand plants, jousting, and Josh Brolin's...

Sofia Coppola is the youngest child and only daughter of Francis Ford Coppola. Her films have a visual style that have been described as hazy and dream-like; filled with neglected characters that long to be acknowledged and seen. Coppola has...

To celebrate the 94th Academy Awards, Brad nominates Dayton Johnson of the Docking Bay 77 podcast to join him for a frank conversation on the Academy's hits and their very many misses! From those who were robbed, to those robbed …

Slip on your Vans and pour yourself a bowl of Kix, because we're back with another episode for our limited series, 1986! Jeff is joined by Alec and Cameron of the Comically Unaware Podcast, and special guest Brad Stidham, for …

Catherine Hardwicke has achieved things most directors dream of and so very few accomplish. Her directorial debut, thirteen, garnered Oscar attention. Her adaptation of YA novel, Twilight, was a global blockbuster, and turned relative unknowns Kristen...

"Knock, knock"! Jeff welcomes Scott Hoffman back for a special bonus episode of our limited 1986 series to discuss spy comedy, Jumpin' Jack Flash. Sam Kinison as a charming British spy? Computers with online chat in 1986? Whoopie's early stand-up,...

It's the sport of kings, better than diamond rings...football. Our Special Correspondent, Jennalynn, joins the huddle with Jeff, Dayton, and Brad, to discuss the Goldie Hawn football comedy, Wildcats! Comparisons to Best of Times, the big screen...

Amy Heckerling's written and directorial efforts make her a comedic legend in Hollywood. She gave a voice to teenagers everywhere in separate decades with Fast Times at Ridgemont High, and Clueless. She took the Griswold's to Europe, and made us …

"Feed me, Seymour!" On this episode of our 1986 series, Scott Hoffman joins Jeff for a garden variety conversation about Little Shop of Horrors that is sure to knock your stalks off (two puns in the first sentence?)! Scott provides …