Dorking Out
613 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★★ - 163 ratingsThe podcast for anyone who loves to dork out about movies. Every week, writer Sonia Mansfield (The Sonia Show, formerly of The San Francisco Examiner, EON Magazine, IF Magazine, Assignment X and Cinescape) and podcaster Margo D. (Book Vs. Movie, Best Neighbors, Fit Bottomed Girls, Not Fade Away) dork out about movies from the past and present.
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Cars 3's Rough Night for Summer Comedy Edition
June 20, 2017 05:17 - 1 hour - 44 MBShow Rundown: In this week’s episode, Juan Uriarte from the Instant Ramen podcast joins us to talk about “Car 3” and the Pixar’s film track record. Is “Cars 3” a hit like “Inside Out,” or is it more of a “Cars 2?” We talk about that. In our second segment. we review the first big comedy of the summer, “Rough Night,” starring Scarlett Johansson and Kate McKinnon. And finally we end our show with what we’re dorking out about this week. We’ve got a lot to talk about, so let’s get this podcast st...
The Mummy Dearest Edition
June 12, 2017 06:43 - 1 hour - 57.5 MBShow Rundown: In this week’s episode, we review the first (and maybe the last) installment in Universal’s Dark Universe “The Mummy” starring Tom Cruise. In our second segment, Peter Brown from Assignment X joins us to talk about the Dark Universe, counting your movie franchise eggs before they’re hatched, Marvel’s new Black Panther trailer, and what the success of “Wonder Woman” means for the DC Universe. We’re talking about the whole messy subject of cinematic universes, the latest blockbust...
The Wonder Woman Edition
June 05, 2017 05:35 - 1 hour - 60.3 MBRundown: We review the long-awaited Wonder Woman movie with Margo D from the Book vs. Movie podcast and Laura Smith (better half of co-host Christopher Allan Smith). We then revisit our offensiveness/comedy thread in the wake of the Kathy Griffin/Bill Maher controversies this week. And finally, we end our show with what we’re dorking out about this week, including Chris winning another Emmy (really) and the return of Sonia's Old Movies, New Beer podcast. Topic 1: Wonder Woman Review Unless yo...
Pirates of the Baywatch Edition
May 29, 2017 18:18 - 1 hour - 43.8 MBShow Rundown: In this week’s episode, we review “War Machine,” starring Brad Pitt. This is Netflix’s first big attempt at blockbuster-style filmmaking. How’d they do? We’re going to talk about that. In our second segment, we have not one BUT TWO movie reviews for you, including “Pirates Of The Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales” and “Baywatch.” And finally, we end our show with what we’re dorking out about this week, including the women-only screenings of “Wonder Woman” and savor-watching, whi...
Twin Peaks, Alien: Covenant Walk With Me Edition
May 22, 2017 18:46 - 1 hour - 57.9 MBShow Rundown: In this week’s episode, we talk about “Twin Peaks,” which returned last night on Showtime. In our second segment, Peter Brown from Assignment X joins us to review “Alien: Covenant,” which was the #1 movie at the box office this weekend. And finally, we end the show with what we’re dorking out about this week, including Kevin Costner returning to westerns and the third season of “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt.” Scratch those last two. We're talking about "Star Trek: Discovery" Topi...
TV Season Review and Extra Extra Our Favorite Movies About Journalism Edition
May 15, 2017 19:57 - 1 hour - 75.3 MBShow Rundown: In this week’s episode, the TV Networks are unveiling their new fall schedules so they’ve announced which TV shows have been canceled. Did your show make the cut? We’re going to talk about that with Peter Brown from Assignment X. In our second segment we are talking about favorite movies about journalism. Why? Umm, no reason. And finally, we will end our show with what we’re dorking out about this week, including Larry Wilmore’s new podcast and which Saturday Night Live cast mem...
Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 2 Save Franchise Filmmaking Edition
May 08, 2017 03:53 - 1 hour - 61.2 MBShow Rundown: In this week’s show we review the 15th movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 2 with friend of the show, and my better half, David Tracy from the Chaos Group. In our second segment, we talk about the state of the Marvel Cinematic Universe and answer the question, “Are franchise movies getting better?” And finally we end our show with what we’re dorking out about this week, including the MTV Movie & TV Awards and Edge Of Tomorrow 2. Topic 1: Guardian...
Handmaid’s Summer Movie Preview Edition
May 01, 2017 05:57 - 2 hours - 86.5 MBShow Rundown: In this week’s episode, we are getting ready for the biggest movie season of the year with our Summer Movie Preview. Wil Wilkins of the NetHeads podcast on the Smodcast Network will be joining us as we share the three movies we’re most looking forward to this summer. In our segment segment, we review the new 10-part Hulu miniseries “The Handmaid’s Tale.” We will try to make the conversation fun, because what’s not fun about a 10-hour miniseries about a future in which women don’...
Fargo in the Toy Box Edition
April 25, 2017 05:31 - 2 hours - 93.6 MBRundown: In this week’s episode, we talk about the return of one of our favorite TV shows, Fargo, which just kicked off its third season last week. We love to talk to people who works all kinds of different creative fields, so in our second segment, Smith interviews Nicholas Cravotta and Rebecca Bleau of Blue Matter Games. These award-winning board game designers were on a recent episode of ABC’s reality show “Toy Box.” Plus, Nicholas wrote the book, “The Space Between Doors.” Topic 1: Far...
Dorking Out About Trailers 4: Star Wars The Last Jedi, Thor Ragnarok, Baby Driver, Atomic Blonde, The Bad Batch, The Hitman’s Bodyguard and The Mummy.
April 21, 2017 04:45 - 1 hour - 48.7 MBIn today’s podcast we’re talking about a little indie movie titled Star Wars: The Last Jedi, Thor: Ragnarok, Baby Driver, Atomic Blonde, The Bad Batch, The Hitman’s Bodyguard and The Mummy. Star Wars: The Last Jedi Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zB4I68XVPzQ Thor: Ragnarok Watch here: https://youtu.be/v7MGUNV8MxU Baby Driver Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z2z857RSfhk Atomic Blonde Watch here: https://youtu.be/yIUube1pSC0 ...
Dorking Out About Trailers 4: Star Wars The Last Jedi, Thor Ragnarok, Baby Driver, Atomic Blonde, The Bad Batch, The Hitman’s Bodyguard and
April 21, 2017 04:45 - 1 hour - 48.7 MBIn today’s podcast we’re talking about a little indie movie titled Star Wars: The Last Jedi, Thor: Ragnarok, Baby Driver, Atomic Blonde, The Bad Batch, The Hitman’s Bodyguard and The Mummy. Star Wars: The Last Jedi Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zB4I68XVPzQ Thor: Ragnarok Watch here: https://youtu.be/v7MGUNV8MxU Baby Driver Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z2z857RSfhk Atomic Blonde Watch here: https://youtu.be/yIUube1pSC0 The Bad Batch Watch here: htt...
Fate of the Furious Mystery Science Theater Edition
April 17, 2017 08:00 - 1 hour - 45.5 MBShow Rundown: In this week’s episode, we review “The Fate Of The Furious,” the eighth movie in the popular movie series, which I believe is based on the critically acclaimed young adult nonfiction books, if I’m remember correctly. In our second segment, we talk about the return of Mystery Science Theater 3000. And we end our show by talking about what we are dorking out about this week, including the return of “Better Call Saul.” Topic 1: The Fate Of The Furious and the Joy of Dumb Movies Chr...
Let’s Pretend We Care About Sports Edition
April 10, 2017 05:54 - 1 hour - 51.7 MBShow Rundown: In this week’s episode, in honor of baseball season starting last week, we are going to share our top 3 favorite sports movies, but don’t worry, Smith will still find a way to mention the fact that he’s reading “War and Peace.” In the second half of the show, we unveil a new segment, Dorking Out Debates. What do we watch first when a movie remake is coming out? Do you watch (or rewatch) the old version before going to see the new version? We’re going to argue about it. And final...
Ghost in the S-Town Edition
April 03, 2017 06:02 - 1 hour - 49.2 MBShow Rundown: In this week’s episode, we chat about “S-Town,” a podcast from This American Life and Serial. All seven episodes dropped last Tuesday, and we listened to every episode. Is it addictive listening like Serial season one, or is it disappointing like Serial season two? In our second segment, we review the live-action remake of “Ghost In The Shell, and talk about the controversy surrounding the casting and more importantly - is it a good movie? And we end our show by sharing what we ...
Dave Chappelle is better than Amy Schumer and that’s OK Edition
March 27, 2017 04:47 - 58 minutes - 41 MBSummary: In this week’s episode, we talk about Amy Schumer and Dave Chappelle’s comedy specials on Netflix. Are they funny? Well, one of them is. In our second segment, we get random and talk about a variety of things we’re dorking out about right now, including podcasts, TV shows and websites. And we end our show with our favorite headlines: Justice League, Star Wars and #GOPDnD. Topic 1: Dave Chappelle, Amy Schumer and What Stories Comedians Give Us We review Dave Chappelle's two new spec...
Beauty & The Beast & Bette & Joan Edition
March 20, 2017 07:16 - 1 hour - 56 MBShow Rundown: In this week’s episode, we review Disney’s live action remake of “Beauty & The Beast,” which made $170 million this weekend at the box office. David Tracy, the biggest Disney fan I know and my handsome better half and co-host of my other podcast Old Movies, New Beer, will BE OUR GUEST to talk about. In our second segment, David sticks around to chat about FX’s new anthology series “Feud: Bette & Joan.” And we will end our show with what we are dorking out about this week. Topi...
Big Little Lies About Kong Edition
March 13, 2017 05:32 - 1 hour - 46.6 MBShow Rundown: In this week’s episode, we review “Kong: Skull Island,” which made all the money this weekend at $61 million. In our second segment, we talk about HBO’s seven-part miniseries “Big Little Lies” about wealthy moms and their wealthy mom problems, which include MURDER. And we end the show with our favorite headlines of the week. We’ve got a lot to dork out about, so let’s get this podcast started. Topic 1:“Kong: Skull Island” Review: 2017's First Mega Movie Starring Tom Hiddleston, ...
Get Out Logan Edition
March 06, 2017 07:55 - 1 hour - 50.6 MBIn this week’s episode we are going to review the new X-Men movie, “Logan,” which star Hugh Jackman insists in the final time he is playing Wolverine. It made a ton of money this weekend, so we will see if that sticks. Friend of the show, X-Men fan, and my better half, David Tracy, is going to join us to talk about it. In our second segment, Smith and I are going to talk about the horror movie “Get Out,” which was released last weekend and has an almost-impossible to get 99% on Rotten Tomatoe...
What Did I Just See on the Oscars Edition
February 27, 2017 07:53 - 49 minutes - 34.9 MBTopic 1 and Only: Dorking Out Takes Its Medicine The Oscars–How’d We Do? Short version: Sonia won. And holy cow, that ending. This is a nuts episode of the podcast after a nuts moment in pop culture. Oscars 2017. It's all here. Find The Dorking Out Show here... Dorking Out Show Blog - Twitter - YouTube - Facebook - Patreon Find Sonia here... Twitter - The Sonia Show Blog - The Sonia Show Facebook Page Find Chris here... Twitter - The Jett Jergens Blog - The Jett Jergens Facebook Page
Oscar Predictions About Dorking Out Studios Edition
February 20, 2017 07:39 - 1 hour - 68.8 MBIn this week’s episode, we share our Oscar predictions for Sunday night’s Academy Awards. We have a pretty good track record, so you might want to pay attention and win your office Oscar pool. In our second segment, we play another round of Dorking Out Studios with Raymond Scott Daigle, Coryon Redd and Smith giving me, the head of Dorking Out Studios, their best movie pitches. All of that, plus our favorite headlines of the week. Topic 1: Our Oscar Thoughts and Predictions Want to win your ...
Legion (as in X-Men) Of Love Edition
February 14, 2017 07:25 - 1 hour - 46.3 MBIn this week’s episode, we talk about the latest installment in the Marvel Universe, FX’s new TV show “Legion,” which you may or may not know is an X-Men spinoff. In our second segment, in honor of Valentine’s Day, we’re going to get all mushy on you and share our top 3 favorite love stories. All of that, plus our favorite headlines of the week. We’ve got a lot to dork out about so let’s get this podcast started. Topic 1: Review of FX’s Legion Topic 2: Our Top 3 Favorite Love Stories Chris’ ...
Dorking Out About Trailers 3: Transformers, Snatched, Aftermath, Colossal, The Belko Experiment, Power Rangers
February 10, 2017 04:43 - 1 hour - 45.3 MBBehold, the first scores are in for our Rotten Tomatoes prediction game. The leader will SHOCK YOU... maybe. And, on this week's episode... Power Rangers - In theaters March 24, 2017 https://youtu.be/5kIe6UZHSXw Description: SABAN’S POWER RANGERS follows five ordinary teens who must become something extraordinary when they learn that their small town of Angel Grove — and the world — is on the verge of being obliterated by an alien threat. Chosen by destiny, our heroes quickly discover they...
The Musical Super Bowl Edition
February 06, 2017 04:38 - 1 hour - 45.2 MBShow Rundown: In this week’s episode, we talk about the Super Bowl, because it’s an important key word that will get us a lot of downloads. We will talk about the commercials, the halftime show with Lady Gaga, and what’s it’s like when everyone is into something in pop culture that you couldn’t care less about. In our second segment, in honor of “La La Land,” we share our top 3 favorite musical moments in our recurring segment, “Why Should I Listen To You.” All of that plus our favorite headl...
Anti-Heroes of Riverdale Edition
January 30, 2017 08:23 - 1 hour - 50.2 MBIn this week’s episode, we talk about anti-heroes. Are there too many anti-heroes on TV? What started as a really exciting storytelling idea has become the yawn-inducing standard. We talk about what Smith has labeled Toxic Heisenberg Syndrome and share our favorite TV anti-heroes. Speaking of anti-heroes, in our second segment, we review The CW’s radical reimagining of the wholesome Archie comics, “Riverdale,” and NBC’s grim take of “The Wizard Of Oz,” “Emerald City” with journalist Abbie Ber...
Oscar Nominations 2017: Dorking Out Show SPECIAL BULLETIN 06
January 24, 2017 18:54 - 39 minutes - 27.6 MBLa La Land is going to the dance with a record 14 nominations, tying 1950’s All About Eve and 1997’s Titanic. Other top nominees include Arrival and Moonlight (8 nominations), Mel Gibson's Hacksaw Ridge, Lion and Manchester by the Sea (six nominations) and Fences and Hell or High Water (four nominations). The Academy Awards are airing Sunday, Feb. 26 on ABC, and we will be recording a podcast after the show for your next-day listening pleasure (and maybe during!) To tell us what you think, cl...
A Series of Unfortunate Sherlock Movies Edition
January 23, 2017 06:56 - 1 hour - 46.2 MBShow Rundown: In this week’s episode, we review the new Netflix series, A Series of Unfortunate Events,” based on the books by Lemony Snicket aka Daniel Handler. In our second segment, my husband David Tracy, the biggest Sherlock fan in the all the land, joins us to solve the mystery of what to do when a show you love goes off the rails. All of that, plus our favorite headlines of the week. We’ve got a lot to dork out about, so let’s get this podcast started. Topic 1: A Series of Unfortunate ...
Shotgun of Reviews Edition Live By Night, Patriot's Day, Hidden Figures, Taboo, Young Pope...
January 16, 2017 08:35 - 1 hour - 50.3 MBShow Rundown: In this week’s episode, we introduce a new segment, “We Like To Watch” in which we review a slew of movies and TV shows, including “Live By Night,” “Hidden Figures,” “Fences” and “Young Pope.” Then in our recurring segment, “You’re Dead To Me,” we share the stories in pop culture that we loathe … I’m looking at you “Breakfast At Tiffany’s.” All of that, plus our favorite headlines of the week. Topic 1: Shotgun of Reviews Live by Night Patriot’s Day Fences Hidden Figures Taboo on...
Dorking Out About Trailers 2: John Wick Chapter 2, CHiPs, Cars 3, Rings, All Nighter and The Space Between Us
January 13, 2017 03:34 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MBIn this week's episode, we talk trailers for the horror sequel Rings, the comedy All Nighter, teen romance The Space Between Us, actioner John Wick: Chapter 2, family film Cars 3 and the rated R reboot of CHiPs. Click below to watch the trailers. Rings - in theaters, February 3, 2017 All Nighter - in theaters, March 17, 2017 The Space Between Us - in theaters, February 3, 2017 John Wick: Chapter 2 - in theaters, February 10, 2017 Cars 3 - In theaters, June 16, 2017 CHiPs - In theaters, Marc...
We Make the Golden Globes Good Edition
January 09, 2017 08:02 - 1 hour - 56.2 MBShow Rundown: On today’s show we’re going to be talking about awards, and the ridiculous exercise of giving awards to artistic achievements as though they were trophies at the end of a baseball season. You can’t score La La Land or Manchester by the Sea like box scores. Totally unrelated, we’re going to talk about the Golden Globes, which were given out last night, and the Writers Guild Awards, whose nominations came out, and how to make the Golden Globes not quite so ridiculous. Topic 1: G...
Most Anticipated Stories of 2017
January 03, 2017 07:10 - 1 hour - 66 MBShow Rundown: In this week’s episode, we close the book on 2016 and chat about a few movies and TV shows that we saw before the ball dropped, and also a few updates on the podcast. Then we look ahead to 2017 and share the TV shows, movies, book and podcasts that we are most looking forward to this year. All of that, plus our favorite headlines of the week. Topic 1: 2016 House Cleaning w/La La Land and Manchester by the Sea Mini-Reviews Topic 2: Most Anticipated Stories in 2017 Chris’ L...
Dorking Out About Trailers 1: Alien: Covenant, Blade Runner 2049, Dunkirk, Emoji The Movie
December 31, 2016 06:38 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MBShow Rundown: Aliens: Covenant, Blade Runner 2049, Dunkirk, Emoji the Movie and Unforgettable and xXx: The Return of Xander Cage. Alien: Covenant - In theaters - May 19, 2017 https://youtu.be/H0VW6sg50Pk Dunkirk - In theaters - July 21, 2017 https://youtu.be/F-eMt3SrfFU Unforgettable - In theaters - April 21, 2017 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iFXIBL617yc The Emoji Movie - In theaters- August 4, 2017 https://youtu.be/PI1f4lsy_j8 xXx: The Return of Xander Cage - In theaters - Januar...
Stories We Loved in 2016 Edition
December 25, 2016 05:52 - 1 hour - 73.2 MBShow Rundown: In this week’s episode, we’re going to talk about one topic - about 20 different ways. We’re sharing our picks for our favorite stories in entertainment and pop culture in 2016. Instead of doing a bunch of Top 10 movies, Top 10 TV shows, Top 10 Podcasts episodes, we decided to put them all together in one podcast because we’re super efficient like that. Stories Sonia Loved La La Land Game Of Thrones Made In America: The OJ Simpson Story and American Crime Story: The People vs...
Star Wars Rogue One Review and Simple Descriptive Title Edition
December 18, 2016 19:11 - 1 hour - 72.9 MBShow Rundown: In this week’s episode, we review a little indie movie you’ve probably never heard of called Rogue One. Scott Daigle, a former Lucasfilm employee, joins us review one of the most anticipated movies of the year and discuss the wider world of Star Wars. Then Smith and I chat about the recent Screen Actors Guild and Golden Globe nominations, and how that will influence our Oscar picks. We take our Oscar picks very seriously. You won’t want to miss it. Topic 1: The wider world of St...
Special Bulletin 05: Trailer Avalanche 2016, Christmas Gets Crushed Edition
December 13, 2016 18:06 - 1 hour - 52 MBThe Circle w/Tom Hanks and Emma Watson https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GxEzUgoCF3w Fifty Shades Darker https://youtu.be/TUnylyz5mqQ Baywatch, basically, 23 Jump Street https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gUFgJ8f9slo Spider-Man: Homecoming (Domestic) https://youtu.be/n9DwoQ7HWvI Spider-Man: Homecoming (International) https://youtu.be/_5RCh9IA-Ts War for Planet of the Apes https://youtu.be/UEP1Mk6Un98 Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 2 https://youtu.be/dW1BIid8Osg Fate of the Furious ht...
The Rogue One Office Christmas Party Edition
December 12, 2016 08:04 - 1 hour - 70.3 MBShow Rundown: In this week’s episode, we prepare ourselves for Rogue One’s release and talk all things Star Wars with Will Wilkins, host of Netheads on the Smodcast Network. Then we get into the holiday spirit and review Office Christmas Party. Did we like the raunchy comedy or are we a couple of party poopers? Listen to find out. In our third segment, we know that Dorking Out is your favorite podcast, but what are our favorite podcasts? We share our top picks. And finally, David Tracy from t...
The Gilmore Girls visit Westworld Edition
December 05, 2016 18:38 - 1 hour - 74.1 MBShow Rundown: In this week’s episode we review the return of Gilmore Girls on Netflix. I was a big fan of the show, and Smith has never watched the show. It’s going to be an interesting discussion. Then Peter Brown, associate editor of Assignment X, stops by to chat about the season finale of “Westworld.” And finally, we try to get into a festive mood and share our favorite holiday movies. All of that, plus Bryan Fuller on Star Trek: Discovery and friend of the show Tony Hicks on Rogue One: A...
Allied with Moana Edition
November 28, 2016 20:25 - 1 hour - 72.7 MBShow Rundown: In this week’s episode, we review Disney 56th animated movie “Moana” with David Tracy, communications director of Chaos Group and the co-host of Old Movies, New Beer and my better half, and Juan Uriarte, host of the Instant Ramen podcast. Then David and Juan stick around to talk about the state of Disney animation. Do they still make ‘em like they used to? We talk about that. In our third segment, we review the new World War II spy drama “Allied,” starring Brad Pitt and Marion C...
Fantastic Stories and Where to Find Them Edition
November 21, 2016 19:28 - 1 hour - 53.4 MBShow Rundown: In this week’s episode, we review the latest installment in the Harry Potter universe, “Fantastic Beasts And Where To Find Them.” Did it cast a spell on us? Listen and find out. Then we talk about the legacy of Harry Potter. Is it a universe in search of a story? In our third segment, we’re going to send you off to Thanksgiving with a fun game you can play with your friends and family: Dorking Out Production Studios. We talk about the movies and TV shows we would greenlight if w...
The Arrival of the Winter Movie Preview Edition
November 14, 2016 07:36 - 1 hour - 63.5 MBShow Rundown: In this week’s episode, we share our top movie picks for the rest of the year in our Winter Movie Preview. Then, we review the alien invasion movie Arrival, which just opened in theaters on Friday. Not to be confused with 1996 The Arrival, starring Charlie Sheen. And then, you asked, and we will answer. We’re answering listeners’ questions. And in our favorite headlines of the week, we discuss the latest Mirror Universe episodes of CNN Headline News where Donald Trump won the 20...
Doctor Strange Is In Edition
November 07, 2016 07:22 - 1 hour - 69.4 MBShow Rundown: In this week’s episode, we review Doctor Strange and talk about the state of the Marvel Cinematic Universe with Kirk Hamilton, editor-at-large at Kotaku.com. Then Chris reviews Hacksaw Ridge and I say “Chris reviews” because I didn’t see it, which brings up an interesting question, “How do you separate an artist’s troublesome actions from their work.” All of that, plus our favorite headlines of the week. Next week, we’re going to have a segment to answer any and all listener qu...
We’re Scared About Star Trek: Discovery Edition
October 31, 2016 18:17 - 1 hour - 51.6 MBShow Rundown: With news Bryan Fuller is stepping back from some of his duties as executive producer of Star Trek: Discovery, we talk about what it’s like when the thing you love looks like it’s in trouble. Then our segment “You’re Dead To Me” returns where we talk about the stories in pop culture that we hate. And finally, to celebrate our first Halloween episode, we go trick or treating and find out what random things about this holiday we love. Topic 1: What to do when the thing you love ...
Ain't Got Time for the Walking Dead Edition
October 25, 2016 06:27 - 1 hour - 65.2 MBShow Rundown: In this week’s episode, we talk about The Walking Dead. We’re not watching it. But everyone else is, so we’re going to talk about it with Peter Brown, associate editor of Assignment, and use it as a jumping off point to talk about what it’s like to not be watching the show everyone else loves. In our second segment “I Should Be Working On It Right Now,” we chat about the books we should be writing. And Peter Brown comes back for our third segment - a roundtable discussion about ...
Scared of Mascots Edition
October 17, 2016 07:12 - 1 hour - 52.8 MBShow Rundown: On this week’s episode, we talk about the movies that scare us most, that are not scary movies. Then we’re going to talk about Christopher Guest’s new movie, Mascots, which came out on Netflix last week. Then we talk about what it is we like and don’t like about reviews and reviewers, and how to find a review you like. All that and our favorite headlines coming up. Topic 1: Non-Scary Movies That Scare Us Sonia - Field Of Dreams, Kids Chris - The Big Short, Gone Girl To...
Star Wars Rogue One Final Trailer Edition: Dorking Out Show SPECIAL BULLETIN 04
October 14, 2016 04:32 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBThis is The Dorking Out Show’s continuing coverage of the final STAR WARS: THE ROGUE ONE trailer. Joining us today is David Tracy, Communications Director for the Chaos Group, the makers of V-Ray rendering software for visual effects. You may recognize their work in The Walk, Game of Thrones, Deadpool, Sponge Bob Squarepants, and most of the Marvel movies and the Batman Arkham Asylum games. And maybe Star Wars ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS STORY - FINAL TRAILER Find The Dorking Out Show here... Do...
Luke Cage on a Train Watching a Scary Movie Edition w/special guest Patrick Bromley
October 11, 2016 06:24 - 1 hour - 66.9 MBShow Rundown: In this week’s episode, we share our top 3 favorite scary movies with the host of my favorite podcast besides this one, Patrick Bromley from F This Movie. Then we review the new Marvel series on Netflix Luke Cage and the new thriller that just came out this weekend The Girl on the Train. And because of our special guest, we’re skipping our favorite headlines, because our favorite headline is Patrick Bromley is on the show! Topic 1: Patrick Bromley From F This Movie and Our Fav...
Live from New York, It's Westworld Edition
October 05, 2016 06:27 - 1 hour - 64.6 MBShow Rundown: On this week’s episode, we talk about the season premiere of Saturday Night Live, and wonder if live style sketch comedy still has a place in today’s comedy world. Then we take a deep dive into HBO’s new prestige drama, Westworld. Is it HBO’s next Game Of Thrones, or is it their next Vinyl? And then do a little status check on the Fall TV season, giving updates on what we’re watching, and what shows we’re already DUMPING. That, and our favorite headlines, coming up. Topic 1: SN...
Magnificent Simpsons (and South Park) and How to Win an Emmy Redux Edition
September 27, 2016 06:49 - 1 hour - 60 MBRundown: We return now to the old west, and examine the state of the modern western and our reactions to Anton Fuqua’s The Magnificent Seven, starring Denzel Washington and Chris Pratt. We then dive into two of the greatest TV shows of all time, which just started their new seasons… Family Guy and the PJs. Now, really we’re talking about season 20 of South Park and the 28th season of The Simpsons. Then we have a talk about modern movie soundtracks, stemming from a thoughtful video on music in...
Bridget Jones’ Emmy and How to Win Your Own Edition
September 20, 2016 05:27 - 1 hour - 66.9 MBShow Rundown: On this week’s episode we talk about who won, who lost and why we should care about the Primetime Emmy Awards, which were just announced last night. Then we move on to talk about our first bona fide chick flick, the third film in the Bridget Jones series, Bridget Jones Baby… it’s a poorly named film about a Brazilian man named Foxy Smith who gets a cat named Switchblade… or maybe it’s about Renee Zellweger's character from the first two Bridget Jones movies. We’ll all find out t...
Star Wars Prequels and Clint Eastwood Strike Back Edition
September 12, 2016 04:00 - 1 hour - 94.2 MBShow Rundown: On today’s show, we’ve got a special one for all you STAR WARS fans and especially the fans of George Lucas’s SECOND STAR WARS trilogy. We’re talking to the makers of THE PREQUELS STRIKE BACK, A FAN’S JOURNEY, a new documentary taking a fresh look, and possibly even reviving the critical outlook on STAR WARS Episodes 1, 2 and 3. With us is Director Bradley Weatherholt, producer Kyle Brodeur and executive producer Alex Kane to talk about their new film, which comes out in just a ...
Our Fall TV Preview is Broken and so is Stephen Colbert's Late Show Edition
September 05, 2016 21:22 - 1 hour - 69 MBShow Rundown: We look into our crystal ball to talk about what stories on TV we’re looking forward to and… it broke our crystal ball. There is so much damn TV a full fall preview is impossible. So we’re grabbing the brightest diamonds for you and we’ll talk about them with Peter Brown, associate editor of Assignment X. Then, Stephen Colbert’s first year on CBS’s Late Night Show has just closed. Did we lose one of our brightest comic voices even though he’s on TV every night? All of that, plus...