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240 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 38 ratingsAlex and Max take you on a journey through film with this discussion podcast about movies.
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ETI's 2022 Halloween Party
October 27, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 51.5 MBIn our most experimental episode to date, Alex, Max and Grant opened up the studio and left the mics hot while hosting a Halloween Party. With one essential question through out the night, is The Nightmare Before Christmas, a Halloween movie or a Christmas movie? You will hear many different voices including hosts from other TCN shows, guest hosts of the past from ETI episodes and people who have never spoken into a microphone before. Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
*TFF Week* The Wrap Up Show
October 17, 2022 18:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MBMax and Alex sit down at the Grand Cinema lounge one more time to wrap up the 2022 Tacoma Film Festival. Hosts: Alex MacAulay, and Max Fosberg Produced by: Max Fosberg Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
*TFF Week* The Halftime Show
October 11, 2022 20:00 - 1 hour - 52.3 MBMax and Alex sit down with the creative minds behind some of the many films showing at this years Tacoma Film Festival. Hosts: Alex MacAulay, and Max Fosberg Special Guests: Ryan McGlade, John Robert Hammerer, Liana Sonenclar, Daniel Kirby, Brian Imakura, Carly Vester, Peter Bortel, Tanner Keeling-Garcia, Jeannine Mackie and Erica Lichty. Produced by: Max Fosberg Support the show Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
*TFF WEEK* Previewing the Tacoma Film Fest
October 07, 2022 20:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MBAlex, Grant and Max sit down with a live studio audience on site at the Grand Cinema in Tacoma to preview the 17th Annual Tacoma Film Fest. Cheers to independent filmmaking! Hosts: Alex MacAulay, Grant Colombini and Max Fosberg Produced by: Max Fosberg Support the show Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
*TFF WEEK* Walk Don't Run: The Story of the Ventures
October 04, 2022 00:00 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MBTo kick off the Tacoma Film Festival week Alex and Grant got to sit down with director Issac Olsen and producers, Justin and Robby Peterson. They discuss their new documentary that will kick of the Tacoma Film Fest on Thursday at the Grand Cinema. Hosts: Alex MacAulay, Grant Colombini Special Guests: Justin Peterson, Robby Peterson and Issac Olsen Produced by: Max Fosberg Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
The Woman King & The Gig Harbor Film Fest
September 29, 2022 07:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBMax and Grant give their thoughts and award predictions for The Woman King then Alex and Max breakdown some of the films they saw this year at the Gig Harbor Film Fest. Hosts: Alex MacAulay, Grant Colombini and Max Fosberg Produced by: Max Fosberg Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
TV Special
September 22, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBMax and Alex sit down and talk the dreaded T-word, Television. They dive into Rings of Power and HOT D (House of the Dragon). Then they examine the Emmys, winners, losers and head scratchers. Hosts: Alex MacAulay and Max Fosberg Produced by: Max Fosberg Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
Mockumentaries Hall of Fame
September 15, 2022 07:00 - 55 minutes - 37.9 MBThis week Grant, Max and Alex sit down and dig into the comedy sub-genre, Mockumentaries. They each nominate three films and select one consensus pick to build the hall of fame. Hosts: Alex MacAulay, Grant Colombini and Max Fosberg Produced by: Max Fosberg Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
Top Five Favorite Sequels
September 08, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 54 MBThe gang returns in studio and talks about their five favorite sequels. Hosts: Alex MacAulay, Grant Colombini and Max Fosberg Produced by: Max Fosberg Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
Ten Break-Up Movies
September 01, 2022 07:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBThis week Alex takes on solo podding and breaks down ten of his favorite break-up movies. Hosts: Alex MacAulay Produced by: Max Fosberg Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
2 Year Anniversary Mailbag!
August 25, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 67.6 MBETI turns 2! Thank you to all the listeners for making this show possible. To celebrate Max, Alex and Grant sit down and answer your burning questions about all things movies. Hosts: Alex MacAulay, Grant Colombini and Max Fosberg Produced by: Max Fosberg Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
Prey + The Predator Movie Rankings
August 18, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 50.3 MBMax, Alex and Grant sit down to talk about the newest installment in the Predator series, directed by Dan Trachtenberg, Prey (2:12). Then they run through every movie in the series and rank them from worst to best (37:47). Hosts: Alex MacAulay, Grant Colombini and Max Fosberg Produced by: Max Fosberg Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
“Miracle Valley” with Greg Sestero
August 11, 2022 07:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBWriter, actor, director, and producer Greg Sestero returns to the show and discusses his newest film, Miracle Valley. You can catch Miracle Valley at the Grand Cinema on August 19th, part of a double feature with The Room. Go to grandcinema.com for ticket info. Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
“Miracle Valley” with Greg Sestero
August 11, 2022 07:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBWriter, actor, director, and producer Greg Sestero returns to the show and discusses his newest film, Miracle Valley. You can catch Miracle Valley at the Grand Cinema on August 19th, part of a double feature with The Room. Go to grandcinema.com for ticket info. Support the show
The Brad Pitt Hall of Fame
August 04, 2022 07:00 - 2 hours - 108 MBAlex rejoins the show after a month off and adds his two cents on the major July releases (3:10), then all three of the guys share their thoughts on the new film “Bullet Train” before jumping into the Brad Pitt Hall of Fame (23:09). www.Patreon.com/excusetheintermission Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
NOPE Roundtable Review
July 28, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBMax and Grant sit down with Silver Screams Podcast co-host Derek Schneider and discuss Jordan Peele's third film. Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
July Movie Roundup
July 21, 2022 07:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MBGrant and Max sit down and talk about some new movies they have checked out this July and look forward to the rest of the summer slate. HEAVY SPOILERS FOR: Where the Crawdads Sing, The Black Phone, The Forgiven and The Gray Man Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
Thor: Love and Thunder + Unpacking Superhero Films Pt. 2
July 14, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 76.1 MBThis week Max and Grant bring on two special guest to discuss the new Marvel film and the current comic book movie landscape. Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
Top Five Summer Blockbusters
July 07, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 43.9 MBWith summer in full swing Max and Grant discuss what it takes to make a summer blockbuster and then each throw down their favorites. Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
Jurassic World: Dominion + the Jurassic Franchise
June 23, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 48.5 MBThis week Alex, Grant and Max take a class in paleontology as they discuss the new Jurassic World sequel and the overall franchise. Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
Top Gun: Maverick Review
June 16, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 44.7 MBThe guys soar into the skies to discuss one of the biggest hits of the year. They got the NEED! The NEED for podcasting. www.patreon.com/excusetheintermission Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
Men and Crimes of the Future + The Careers of Garland and Cronenberg
June 09, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 81 MBThis week the guys dive into two new theatrical releases and then take a deep dive into both directors filmography. Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
The Max Movie Auction
June 02, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 54.8 MBTo help celebrate Max's birthday Alex and Grant welcomed in two of his best buds to do bidding battles with over 25 of Max's favorite movies. Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
ETI Roadtrip: Top Five DMV Movies
May 26, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 71.2 MBTo end this years road trip, Alex and Grant cover their top five movies that take place in the DMV. After that they also discuss some recent films that have them excited. Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
ETI Roadtrip: Top Five Florida Movies
May 19, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 74.3 MBMax, Alex and Grant continue their travels in the southeast as they hit Florida movies this week with special guest Lyndon Suvanto from The Always Moving Podcast. Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
ETI Roadtrip: Top Five Louisiana Movies
May 12, 2022 07:00 - 2 hours - 87.8 MBThe guys swing down to the bayou with special guest, Drew Burghardt, and list their five favorite movies set in the state of Louisiana. Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
ETI Roadtrip: Top Five Texas Movies
May 05, 2022 08:00 - 2 hours - 83.2 MBOn the yearly ETI Roadtrip the guys stop off in the lone star state for a Texas sized episode featuring movie critic Peter Mann from Mann Cinema Reviews. Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
The Northman Review
April 28, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 55.5 MBThe guys sail away to the far ends of the northern Atlantic in search for Valhalla as they review the newest movie from Director Robert Eggers, The Northman. Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
Alex’s Movie Auction
April 21, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 63.8 MBOn this mega-pod Alex, Grant & Max are joined by two special guests as they compete in the first true ETI movie auction. www.patreon.com/excusetheintermission Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
Stoner Movie Hall of Fame
April 14, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 45.4 MBThis week the guys light up and choose 10 films to induct into the Stoner Movie Hall of Fame. Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
Comedian Chad Optiz's Top Five Movie Influences
April 07, 2022 07:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBComedian and WA native Chad Optiz joins the guys this week to discuss his top five most influential movies for his comedy. Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
March Movie Madness: Best Picture Nominees - The Final Four and Championship + Oscar Reactions with Zach Pearson
March 31, 2022 07:00 - 2 hours - 86.3 MBAlex, Grant & Max complete the Final Four of their bracket and crown a best picture nominee champion from the last 64 films to be nominated (3:40). They then welcome back Oscar supper fan, Zach Pearson, and break down one of the wildest nights in American television history (43:41). www.Patreon.com/excusetheintermission Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
March Movie Madness: Best Picture Nominees - The Elite Eight + 2022 Oscar Predictions
March 24, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 61.5 MBAlex, Grant & Max work through The Elite 8 in round four of the Best Picture Nominees bracket (2:55). They then look at all 23 categories for this year’s Oscar ceremony and cement their picks for Sunday’s big evening (47:19). www.patreon.com/excusetheintermission Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
March Movie Madness: Best Picture Nominees - The Sweet Sixteen
March 17, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBWelcome to the Sweet 16! Alex, Grant and Max cut the remaining best picture nominees in half during round three of the March Movie Madness Bracket. www.patreon.com/excusetheintermission Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
March Movie Madness: Best Picture Nominees - The Round of 32
March 09, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 52.2 MBThe boys continue their journey through this years bracket as they send films to the sweet sixteen. Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
March Movie Madness: Best Picture Nominees - The Round of 64
March 03, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 61.2 MBIt's that time of year! March Movie Madness is back! With March being the new Oscar month the guys have decided to take the past 64 Best Picture Nominations (including this year) and throw them into the bracket generator. On this episode the guys whittle down the field of 64 to 32. Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
Dumpuary + Top Five Disaster Movies
February 24, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 67.9 MBWelcome to Dumpuary! That time of year when movies come to die. Alex, Grant & Max discuss recent awesomely bad films that’ve been released (2:03) then they dive into the disaster movie genre and name their top five favorites (27:15). www.patreon.com/excusetheintermission Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
2022 Oscar Nominations
February 17, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 76.9 MBGrant rejoins the show from the road to discuss the latest Super Bowl trailers and current events (3:23) then the guys analyze the recently announced 2022 Oscar nominations and discuss the favorites, the surprises and the snubs (32:42) www.patreon.com/excusetheintermission Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
Top Five On-Screen Romantic Couples
February 10, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 56.7 MBAlex and Max welcome Charlotte from The Chatter Network’s true crime podcast, Bloodshed & Brews (2:37) then the trio talks about their favorite on-screen couples in honor of Valentine’s Day (9:35). www.patreon.com/excusetheintermission Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
The 2002 Movie Draft
February 03, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 50.4 MBThe guys return to the war room to draft movies in eight unique categories from the year 2002. Make sure to vote on instagram, twitter, facebook or by email [email protected] for who had the best lineup Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
The Tragedy of Macbeth + Nine Coen Favorites
January 27, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 60.5 MBAlex, Grant and Max meet virtually to discuss the latest film from Joel Coen, The Tragedy of MacBeth (4:14) and then they talk about nine of their favorite films made by the Coen brothers (29:11) www.patreon.com/excusetheintermission Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
Top Five Films of 2021
January 20, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 66.9 MBLive from Incline Cider House! The guys settle into a special location and give their thoughts on the recent Golden Globe winners plus SAG nominations (2:41) and then each host presents their top five favorite films from this past year (10:25) www.patreon.com/excusetheintermission Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
Licorice Pizza Review + PTA Power Rankings
January 13, 2022 08:00 - 2 hours - 88.2 MBAlex, Grant and Max pay their respects to those who have recently passed away (3:38) and then turn their attention to reviewing the new film Licorice Pizza (11:58) before ranking each of Paul Thomas Anderson’s nine films (1:17:00) www.patreon.com/excusetheintermission Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
December Movie Roundtable Pt. 2
January 06, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 49 MBThe guys return from the holiday break and talk about some other December movie releases they saw recently. Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
December Movie Roundtable
December 23, 2021 08:00 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MBThe guys sit down and sift through the new releases this month including Power of the Dog, Nightmare Alley, Spider-Man: No Way Home and more! Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
Alternative Christmas Films: A Holiday Special
December 16, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 54.4 MBAlex, Grant & Max get into the holiday spirit by discussing some films that have become “non-traditional” Christmas classics (3:37) and then they close the show by talking about the recently released 2021 Golden Globe nominations (1:00:32). Happy holidays from ETI! www.patreon.com/excusetheintermission Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
Judd Apatow Power Rankings
December 09, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 50.4 MBIn celebration of Apatow’s 54th birthday the guys talk about his career (3:45), rank his six directorial features (19:50) and then spend a little time discussing the state of the R-rated comedy as we approach the year 2022 (1:05:20) www.patreon.com/excusetheintermission Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
House of Gucci review + The Ridley Scott Movie Draft
December 02, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 69.8 MBAlex, Grant & Max review ‘House of Gucci’ the latest bio-pic from legendary director Ridley Scott (4:00). They then discuss Ridley’s overall career and impact on cinema history through their draft format (41:35). www.patreon.com/excusetheintermission Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
Inside “The Room” with Greg Sestero
December 01, 2021 08:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBAlex and Grant sit down with actor, author, director and all around good guy, Greg Sestero! They talk about his involvement in the cult classic film The Room, as well as his influences and upcoming projects. Greg will be live and in person at The Grand Cinema in Tacoma, WA on Dec. 17 for a special screening of The Room. Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.
November Movie Roundtable
November 25, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 43.8 MBThe guys sit down and talk about the new movie releases that have come out this past month. Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.