Dayton Johnson

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Host of the Docking Bay 77 Podcast

Dayton Johnson (no relation) is the host of the Docking Bay 77 Podcast; a hot show focused on movies, music, books, and more. Dayton has been featured on several of our limited series, including "1986," "A Film at 45," and "Back to the Box Office," and has the esteemed (or is it dubious?) honor of being A Film By... Podcast's first guest co-host! Dayton is an avid believer that physical media is better than streaming, and often times reminds those disagreeing with his views on movies and music that "It's okay. You can be wrong all day!"

Aug. 22, 2023

80s Movies - Which Year Was the Best?

80s movies. From the big screen to the boom of home video rentals, it was a decade filled with some of the biggest and best movies. But which year was the best? Following the fun of our Best of the Bond Girls episode, Jeff Johnson joins Jason Colvin...

Guests: Jason Colvin , Dayton Johnson , David Wright

Aug. 15, 2023

John Schlesinger - Pacific Heights

Where terror lives. The host of the Docking Bay 77 Podcast, Dayton Johnson, stops by to discuss John Schlesinger's 1990 thriller Pacific Heights; starring Michael Keaton, Melanie Griffith, and Matthew Modine. Check out www.afilmbypodcast.com for...

Guest: Dayton Johnson

July 30, 2023

Disney's Haunted Mansion Review

Jeff Johnson and David Burns call in Dayton Johnson from the Docking Bay 77 Podcast to scare up a SPOILER-FREE review of Disney's Haunted Mansion! Check out www.afilmbypodcast.com for more information, and www.patreon.com/afilmbypodcast to get...

Guest: Dayton Johnson

July 24, 2023

Oppenheimer Review

Jeff Johnson recruits the host of the Docking Bay 77 Podcast, Dayton Johnson, to get the necessary clearance for seeing Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer and offer their SPOILER-FREE findings! Check out www.afilmbypodcast.com for more information, and...

Guest: Dayton Johnson

May 23, 2023

A Film at 45 - Animal House

We got to do something... You know what we are gonna do? Toga Party! Join David Burns and Scott Hoffman as they celebrate the 45th anniversary of some of the most memorable films of 1978. This week, they head back to campus with Dayton Johnson from...

Guest: Dayton Johnson

March 7, 2023

Penelope Spheeris - The Decline of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years

It's more than music...it's a way of life. This week, Dayton Johnson of the Docking Bay 77 Podcast rocks out with Brad and Jeff as they discuss Penelope Spheeris' 1988 rockumentary sequel The Decline of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years,...

Guest: Dayton Johnson

Dec. 30, 2022

1986 - The Final Breakdown

"So, is this the best movie of 1986?" Our limited series "1986" has come to an end! Everyone is in the studio to recap the series and once and for all, make their picks for best and worst! Join us for surprises, memories, a betrayal, and some fun...

Guest: Dayton Johnson

Dec. 27, 2022

1986 - Stand By Me

"I never had any friends later on like the ones I had when I was twelve. Jesus, does anyone?" We're back with "Stand By Me" to close out our limited "1986" series. We discuss the amazing performances, share our funny encounter with Richard Dreyfuss,...

Guest: Dayton Johnson

Nov. 15, 2022

1986 - Lucas

"You can't make me quit, EVER!" Dayton Johnson, from the Docking Bay 77 podcast, is back in the huddle for our limited series "1986" to discuss the coming-of-age dramedy "Lucas." We talk Haim, the feature film debuts of several stars, and build...

Guest: Dayton Johnson

Oct. 18, 2022

1986 - Trick or Treat

His fans won't let him die. He won't let them live! Dayton Johnson of the Docking Bay 77 podcast joins our limited series "1986" for the hard rock horror film "Trick or Treat!" We're talking Reverend Ozzy, DJ Gene Simmons, subliminal messages on...

Guest: Dayton Johnson

Sept. 20, 2022

1986 - Blue Velvet

"Now it's dark." Our limited series, "1986," is back and we're joined by Dayton Johnson of the Docking Bay 77 podcast to discuss the strangest, most controversial film of 1986, David Lynch's "Blue Velvet." Jeff and Dayton do their best to...

Guest: Dayton Johnson

Aug. 8, 2022

Back to the Box Office: Review for Bullet Train

Jeff Johnson and special guest Dayton Johnson, of the Docking Bay 77 Podcast, offer a quick, SPOILER-FREE review of David Leitch's new action-comedy film "Bullet Train." www.afilmbypodcast afilmbypodcast@gmail.com @afilmbypodcast on Facebook and...

Guest: Dayton Johnson

July 12, 2022

1986 - Aliens

This time, it's war. Our limited series, "1986", sets down on LV-426 to discuss James Cameron's "Aliens". Is the 1990 Special Edition the better version? Which marine would you want watching your six, in a dark corridor? We answer these questions,...

Guest: Dayton Johnson

May 30, 2022

1986 - Top Gun

"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...

Guest: Dayton Johnson

May 10, 2022

1986 - Big Trouble in Little China

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 floundered at the box...

Guest: Dayton Johnson

April 5, 2022

1986 - Crossroads

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 to talk about this "road movie...

Guest: Dayton Johnson

March 25, 2022

Snubbed by Oscar: The Academy Awards Bonus Episode

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 more by the omission...

Guest: Dayton Johnson

March 8, 2022

1986 - Wildcats

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...

Guest: Dayton Johnson

Nov. 30, 2021

The '86 Breakdown!

We've done 25 episodes of our limited series on 1986 films! Our recurring guests always have great information, but how well do they REALLY know these movies? Jeff calls all they guys back for a special gathering to face off in a trivia contest for...

Guest: Dayton Johnson

Nov. 16, 2021

1986 - Labyrinth

We're making our way through Labyrinth on this episode! Jeff is joined by Scott Hoffman and the host of Docking Bay 77, Dayton Johnson, for a magical discussion on Bowie, puppets, and all things Jim Henson!

Guest: Dayton Johnson

Oct. 29, 2021

1986 - The Wraith

"You lose the race... you lose your car!" Our 1986 series gets revved up for The Wraith! Jeff and Docking Bay 77 podcast host Dayton Johnson discuss the supernatural revenge film that's packed full of great 80's rock, killer cars, and the lovely...

Guest: Dayton Johnson

Oct. 19, 2021

1986 - House

Troubled writer Roger Cobb moves into his deceased aunt's haunted home for some much needed solitude. What he gets are terrifying visions, nosy intrusive neighbors, and a few demons to battle! Welcome to our discussion about House! Dave and Docking...

Guest: Dayton Johnson

Sept. 14, 2021

Don Bluth - Titan A.E.

15 years after Earth, humanity's last hope...is Titan A.E. Don Bluth was Disney royalty before moving on to form his own independent animation company. Brad is joined by special co-host Dayton Johnson to discuss Bluth's ambitious sci-fi fantasy Titan...

Guest: Dayton Johnson

Aug. 24, 2021

1986 - Back To School

Rodney Dangerfield is going back to school! Our Special Correspondent Jenna joins Jeff, Brad, and Dayton to talk about campus life, Sam Kinison's memorable role, Oingo Boingo, and the hilarity of 80's college movies.

Guest: Dayton Johnson

July 27, 2021

1986 - Manhunter

In 1986, it was Michael Mann that first introduced us to the demented Dr. Hannibal Lecter amid the slick synth sounds of the 80's in the thriller, Manhunter. Dayton Johnson fills in as host to talk with Brad Koszo about the mostly unknown, but stellar...

Guest: Dayton Johnson

June 29, 2021

1986 - Highlander

It's another super-sized episode! Jeff welcomes immortal co-hosts Brad, Dayton, Scott, and Andrew back to 1986 for Highlander. Get ready for a great discussion on sword fights, Queen's epic soundtrack, theories on the Immortals, and why haggis is...

Guest: Dayton Johnson

June 15, 2021

1986 - Star Trek IV

What do San Francisco and whales have to do with Sci-Fi? Everything, when we're talking about Star Trek IV The Voyage Home! It's our biggest, vulcan episode ever, when Jeff beams aboard Dayton, David, Brad, and Scott for a debate about the...

Guest: Dayton Johnson

May 18, 2021

1986 - Running Scared

Jeff is joined by 1986 regulars, Scott and Dayton, to discuss Running Scared; a buddy cop movie that delivers generously on cop tropes, and bad music (No, not you, Michael McDonald). Are Gregory Hines and Billy Crystal two of Chicago's Finest?...

Guest: Dayton Johnson

April 6, 2021

1986 - Hoosiers

The NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament has just concluded, and there's no better time for a discussion about Hoosiers than now. Join Jeff and Dayton as they discuss what is arguably the greatest basketball movie to date.

Guest: Dayton Johnson

Feb. 9, 2021

1986 - The Best of Times

Haven't you ever done something in your life you wish you could do over again... and this time get it right? Robin Williams and Kurt Russell star in this football comedy about replaying the game they lost 13 years ago. Jeff, Brad, and Dayton talk...

Guest: Dayton Johnson