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How Did This Get Made?

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The award-winning comedy podcast that celebrates bad movies. Comedians and actors Paul Scheer (The League), June Diane Raphael (Grace and Frankie), and Jason Mantzoukas (Big Mouth) break down the very best of the worst films ever made—we’re talkin’ blockbuster flops, cheesy 80s action movies, Lifetime thrillers, obscure cult classics, and if we’re honest… most Nic Cage and Jason Statham movies. Plus, sometimes they’re even joined by hilarious guests like Seth Rogen, Conan O’Brien, Amy Schumer, Nicole Byer, Nick Kroll, and Charlize Theron. And the best part? They watch these bad movies so you don’t have to!

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Prequel to Episode 162

May 05, 2017 15:04 - 46 minutes - 43 MB

Stories from the Fast & Furious set, Cuban bread, and much more is covered on this week’s mini-sode! Paul goes through Corrections and Omissions for The Fate of the Furious, we hear Blake J. Harris interview Andy Gill, Jack Gill, and Spiro Razatos, the stunt coordinators for the Fast & Furious franchise (hear the whole thing in HDTGM: Origin Stories on Stitcher Premium), and Paul goes through the Mail Bag. Plus, you’ll find out which alien film we’ll be covering next week!This episod...

161. The Fate of the Furious (w/ Adam Scott)

April 28, 2017 07:05 - 1 hour - 79.4 MB

Our resident Fast & Furious expert Adam Scott joins Paul, June, and Jason in-studio to discuss the latest in the Fast film franchise, The Fate of the Furious. They’ll cover everything from Jason Statham and The Rock’s team up to the John Wick influence to Vin Diesel getting emotional. Plus, everyone shares who they’d like to see enter the Fast universe.This episode is brought to you by SKYN condoms (www.buycondoms.online code: BONKERS), Blue Apron (www.blueapron.com/BONKERS), Seeso (...

The Fate of the Furious (w/ Adam Scott)

April 28, 2017 07:05 - 1 hour - 80 MB

Our resident Fast & Furious expert Adam Scott joins Paul, June, and Jason in-studio to discuss the latest in the Fast film franchise, The Fate of the Furious. They’ll cover everything from Jason Statham and The Rock’s team up to the John Wick influence to Vin Diesel getting emotional. Plus, everyone shares who they’d like to see enter the Fast universe.This episode is brought to you by SKYN condoms (www.buycondoms.online code: BONKERS), Blue Apron (www.blueapron.com/BONKERS), Seeso (www.sees...

Prequel to Episode 161

April 21, 2017 10:09 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MB

Real talk of Streets of Fire, kissing theories, and much more is covered on this week’s mini-sode! Paul goes through Corrections and Omissions for The Lake House, we hear Blake J. Harris interview Michael Pare about Streets of Fire (hear the whole thing in HDTGM: Origin Stories on Stitcher Premium), and Paul recommends great things to check out in Paul’s Pick of the Week. Plus, you’ll find out which movie that deals with the importance of family we are watching next!Where to Find Jas...

The Lake House: LIVE! (w/ Starlee Kine, Aisling Bea)

April 14, 2017 07:05 - 1 hour - 108 MB

Starlee Kine (Mystery Show) and Aisling Bea (The Fall) join Paul and Jason to discuss the 2006 romantic drama The Lake House. Recorded live from Largo at the Coronet in Los Angeles, they cover everything from the magic mailbox to the magic tree to whether or not the dog is responsible for everything. Plus, everyone shares their thoughts on Keanu and Bullock’s amazing final kiss.Where to Find Jason, June & Paul:Paul’s new comedy Drive Share is available on Go90. You can see June and Paul on NT...

160. The Lake House: LIVE! (w/ Starlee Kine, Aisling Bea)

April 14, 2017 07:05 - 1 hour - 108 MB

Starlee Kine (Mystery Show) and Aisling Bea (The Fall) join Paul and Jason to discuss the 2006 romantic drama The Lake House. Recorded live from Largo at the Coronet in Los Angeles, they cover everything from the magic mailbox to the magic tree to whether or not the dog is responsible for everything. Plus, everyone shares their thoughts on Keanu and Bullock’s amazing final kiss.Where to Find Jason, June & Paul:Paul’s new comedy Drive Share is available on Go90. You can see June and P...

Prequel to Episode 160

April 07, 2017 07:05 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MB

Cat scratch fever, Paul’s reaction to The Suicide Squad, and much more is covered on this week’s mini-sode! Paul goes through Corrections and Omissions for Sleepwalkers, we hear Blake J. Harris interview director of Sleepwalkers Mick Garris, (hear the whole thing in HDTGM: Origin Stories on Howl and Stitcher Premium), and the Movie Bitches review Logan. Plus, we find out which magical mailbox movie we are watching next!Where to Find Jason, June & Paul:Paul’s new comedy Drive Share is...

159. Sleepwalkers (w/ Lauren Lapkus)

March 31, 2017 07:06 - 1 hour - 80 MB

Lauren Lapkus (With Special Guest Lauren Lapkus, Wild Horses, Crashing) joins Paul, June, and Jason to discuss the 1992 Stephen King horror film Sleepwalkers. They’ll talk about whether Charles Brady and Mary are really mother and son or just creatures, adult people acting terrified of tiny cats, Stephen King’s cameo, and much more.Where to Find Jason, June & Paul:Paul’s new comedy Drive Share is available on Go90. You can see June and Paul on NTSF:SD:SUV:: on HULU. June stars in Gra...

Prequel to Episode 159

March 24, 2017 07:35 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MB

The doctor/mother debate finally settled, a Dr. Mario defender, and much more is covered on this week’s mini-sode!  Paul goes through Corrections and Omissions for Body Parts, we hear Blake J. Harris interview screenwriter Eric Red about Body Parts (hear the whole thing in HDTGM: Origin Stories on Howl and Stitcher Premium) and the Movie Bitches review Fifty Shades Darker. Plus, we find out which horror film we’ll be covering on next week’s episode!Where to Find Jason, June & Paul:Pa...

158. Body Parts: LIVE! (w/ Gillian Jacobs, Claudia O'Doherty)

March 17, 2017 07:05 - 1 hour - 89 MB

HDTGM All-stars Gillian Jacobs and Claudia O’Doherty of Netflix’s Love join Paul and Jason to discuss the 1991 horror thriller film Body Parts. Recorded live from Largo at the Coronet in Los Angeles, they cover everything from the quiet to loud serious acting to the handcuff car chase to turtlenecks. Plus, everyone shares their thoughts on adults wearing pajamas.Where to Find Jason, June & Paul:Paul’s new comedy Drive Share is available on Go90. You can see June and Paul on NTSF:SD:S...

Prequel to Episode 158

March 10, 2017 08:07 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MB

Liam Neeson vs. Leslie Nielsen, Ernie Reyes speaks and much more is covered on this week’s mini-sode! Paul goes through Corrections and Omissions for Surf Ninjas, we hear Blake J. Harris interview Ernie Reyes Jr. and Nicolas Cowan about Surf Ninjas (hear the whole thing in HDTGM: Origin Stories on Howl and Stitcher Premium) and the Movie Bitches review Split. Plus, we find out which horror film we’ll be covering on next week’s episode!Where to Find Jason, June & Paul:Paul’s new comed...

157. Surf Ninjas: LIVE! (w/ Rob Huebel, Nicole Byer, Gil Ozeri)

March 03, 2017 08:05 - 1 hour - 78.6 MB

HDTGM All-stars Rob Huebel, Nicole Byer, and Gil Ozeri join Paul to discuss the 1993 film Surf Ninjas. Recorded live from Largo at the Coronet in Los Angeles, they cover everything from moto surfing to Leslie Nielsen’s bulge in the final fight scene. Plus, we hear from someone very close to the film during Audience Q&A! Kwantsu!This episode is brought to you Squarespace (www.squarespace.com code: BONKERS), SKYN condoms (www.buycondom.online code: BONKERS), Sonos (www.sonos.com), and ...

Origin Stories Bonus: Dan Gordon

March 01, 2017 08:07 - 1 hour - 56.1 MB

Surf Ninjas screenwriter Dan Gordon chats with Blake about breaking into the business, getting blackballed by Hollywood and the unique horror of slowly discovering that his directorial debut was actually a meant-to-fail, money-laundering scheme for the mob.

Prequel to Episode 157

February 24, 2017 08:06 - 43 minutes - 40 MB

More Xander Cage, a call from Morgan Freeman, plus ninjas! All of this and more is covered on this week’s mini-sode! Paul goes through Corrections and Omissions for xXx: Return of Xander Care and we hear Blake J. Harris interview Vin Diesel’s body double (go to www.slashfilm.com to read the whole thing) and the Movie Bitches review Underworld: Blood Wars. Plus, we find out which ninja film we’ll be covering on next week’s episode!Where to Find Jason, June & Paul:Paul’s new comedy D...

156. xXx: Return of Xander Cage: LIVE! (w/ Adam Scott)

February 17, 2017 08:07 - 1 hour - 101 MB

Adam Scott joins Paul, June, and Jason for a family reunion to discuss Vin Diesel’s fan fiction to himself, xXx: Return of Xander Cage. Recorded live from Largo at the Coronet in Los Angeles, they cover everything from forest skiing to riding motorcycles underwater. Plus, a xXx and Fast & Furious crossover is pitched during Audience Q&A!This episode is brought to you by Squarespace (www.squarespace.com code: BONKERS), SKYN condoms, Dunkin’ Donuts (download Dunkin app and get free bev...

Prequel to Episode 156

February 10, 2017 08:06 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MB

Saved by the Bell, the Collateral Beauty of Will Smith’s mind, and plants. All of this and more is covered on this week’s mini-sode! Paul goes through Corrections and Omissions for Airborne and we hear Blake J. Harris interview Shane McDermott aka Mitchell Goosen, star of Airborne (go to www.slashfilm.com to read the whole thing) and the Movie Bitches review Collateral Beauty. Plus, we find out what bad ass sequel we’ll be hearing on next week’s episode!Where to Find Jason, June & ...

155. Airborne: LIVE! (w/ Scott Aukerman, Kumail Nanjiani, Danielle Schneider)

February 03, 2017 08:06 - 1 hour - 91.2 MB

Scott Aukerman (Comedy Bang! Bang!), Kumail Nanjiani (Silicon Valley, Fist Fight), and Danielle Schneider (Bitch Sesh) join Paul for a HDTGM All-Stars episode to discuss the 1993 rollerblading movie Airborne. Recorded live from Largo at the Coronet in Los Angeles, they cover everything from Seth Green’s clothing montage to impressing bullies by showing them a butt. Plus, we get into Mitchell Goosen’s shark fever dream during Audience Q&A!This episode is brought to you by Squarespace ...

Prequel to Episode 155

January 30, 2017 08:08 - 39 minutes - 36 MB

Energy drinks, Mariah Carey, and Sean Connery’s dirty talk, all of these topics are covered as well as Corrections and Omissions for Highlander II: The Quickening. We also hear Blake J. Harris interview Russell Mulcahy, director of Highlander and Highlander II (go to www.slashfilm.com to read the whole thing) and the Movie Bitches review La La Land. Plus, we find out next week’s very ‘90s movie pick.This episode is brought to you by Dunkin' Donuts (download Dunkin app and use code:...

154. Highlander II: The Quickening LIVE! (w/ Sam Richardson)

January 20, 2017 08:05 - 1 hour - 89.5 MB

Recorded live from Largo at the Coronet in Los Angeles, Sam Richardson (HBO’s Veep, Detroiters on Comedy Central) joins Paul, June, and Jason to discuss the 1991 film Highlander II: The Quickening. They’ll talk about why there’s no need to see the first Highlander movie, Sean Connery trying on a suit, Highlander sex in the streets, the psychic cooking show, and much more. Plus, we get to the bottom of where Sean Connery’s walking around money came from and what exactly is the differe...

Paywall Special Announcement

January 19, 2017 08:07 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MB

Paul shares a special announcement regarding the Paywall.

Prequel to Episode 154

January 13, 2017 09:07 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MB

How far did Snake Plissken travel in Escape From L.A.? Where did all the Quiznos in Las Vegas go? These questions are answered as well as what our next movie will be in our trilogy of bad sequels. Paul also goes through Corrections and Omissions for Escape From L.A., Blake J. Harris interviews Escape From L.A. original screenwriter Coleman Luck (go to www.slashfilm.com to read the whole thing), and the Movie Bitches review Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. Plus, Paul, June, an...

153. Escape from LA: LIVE! (w/ D'Arcy Carden, Dan Levy)

January 06, 2017 08:06 - 1 hour - 101 MB

Recorded live from Largo at the Coronet in Los Angeles, D’Arcy Carden (The Good Place) and Dan Levy (Lion) join Paul and Jason to discuss the 1996 John Carpenter/Kurt Russell film Escape from L.A. They’ll talk about Snake Plissken possibly being immortal, Cuervo Jones, playing basketball to save your life, surfing on a tsunami, and much more. Plus, everyone meets a real bad-ass Snake Plissken during Audience Q&A!This episode is brought to you by Jeff and Some Aliens on Comedy Central...

Prequel to Episode 153

December 30, 2016 08:06 - 1 hour - 65.2 MB

Grease 2, love it or hate it, we’re going to talk about it. Categories cut from this year’s HOWDIES. Plus, everyone’ favorite: STATS! Paul also goes through Corrections and Omissions for Grease 2, Blake J. Harris interviews director Patricia Birch about the making of Grease 2, and the Movie Bitches review Nocturnal Animals. And we will be traveling to a post-apocalyptic Los Angeles for our next movie!This episode is brought to you by Squarespace (www.squarespace.com code: BONKERS)Get...

152. The 2nd Annual Howdies Pt. 2

December 23, 2016 08:05 - 1 hour - 58.7 MB

The 2nd ANNUAL HOWDIES with Paul, June, and Jason continue with awards given to Best Guest One Liner, Best Explanation Hope, Best 2nd Opinion, and much more. Tune in to find who will take home the gold!This episode is brought to you by Squarespace (www.squarespace.com code: BONKERS), Quiznos (download app Toasty Points and use code: BONKERS), Sonos, and Casper Mattresses (www.casper.com/how).

151. The 2nd Annual Howdies Pt. 1

December 16, 2016 08:05 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MB

Walk the red carpet along with Paul, June, and Jason for the 2nd ANNUAL HOWDIES!!! They’ll be giving recognition for Best Paul Intro Line to Best June Theory and everything in between from Gooby to The Boy Next Door. Tune in to find out who will win and stay tuned for Part 2 coming soon!This episode is brought to you by Squarespace ( www.squarespace.com promo code: BONKERS).

Grease 2 (w/ Anna Faris)

December 09, 2016 08:06 - 1 hour - 66.7 MB

Actress Anna Faris (Anna Faris Is Unqualified podcast) welcomes Paul, June, and Jason into her home/recording studio to discuss the 1982 musical romantic comedy Grease 2. They’ll talk about the return of Frenchy, the sex in the bunker scene, and the T-Birds being casual about murder. Plus, June shares why she knows every word of this movie and Anna’s tells us about her complicated relationship with the Grease films.This episode is brought to you by SockFancy ( www.sockfancy.com/bonkers ), Son...

150. Grease 2 (w/ Anna Faris)

December 09, 2016 08:06 - 1 hour - 66.6 MB

Actress Anna Faris (Anna Faris Is Unqualified podcast) welcomes Paul, June, and Jason into her home/recording studio to discuss the 1982 musical romantic comedy Grease 2. They’ll talk about the return of Frenchy, the sex in the bunker scene, and the T-Birds being casual about murder. Plus, June shares why she knows every word of this movie and Anna’s tells us about her complicated relationship with the Grease films.This episode is brought to you by SockFancy ( www.sockfancy.com/bonke...

Bonus: Director Brian Taylor

December 06, 2016 08:07 - 44 minutes - 40.3 MB

No matter how you feel about the films of Brian Taylor—a high-voltage assortment that includes Crank, Gamer and Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance—they all, at first glance, inspire a shared singular question: how the fuck did this get made?  Seriously. Just look at what these movies are about:  To avoid dying, a British hitman must keep adrenaline coursing through his body.    In a future where kids can control humans as if they were videogame characters, a wrongly imprisoned death ...

Prequel to Episode 150

December 02, 2016 08:07 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MB

When is it appropriate to use your cellphone in a movie theater? Paul gets into this and more as he opens up the Explanation Hope Line and goes through Corrections and Omissions for The Lawnmower Man. We’re also treated to an exclusive interview between Blake J. Harris and The Lawnmower Man director Brett Leonard (to read the entire interview go to www.slashfilm.com). Plus, we’ll find out which high school we’ll be returning to in our next movie, The Movie Bitches review Doctor Stran...

149. The Lawnmower Man: LIVE! (w/ Neil Casey, Emily Heller)

November 25, 2016 08:06 - 1 hour - 90 MB

Recorded live from Largo at the Coronet in Los Angeles, Neil Casey (Ghostbusters) and Emily Heller (Baby Geniuses) join Paul and Jason to discuss the 1992 science fiction action horror film The Lawnmower Man. They’ll talk about the Stephen King short story that the movie is based on, virtual reality sex, smart chimps, and much more.This episode is brought to you by Squarespace, Sonos, ZipRecruiter, and TBS’ Search Party.Get yourself a BB-8 “What Is Its Mission?” T-shirt or Tote Bag o...

The Lawnmower Man: LIVE! (w/ Neil Casey, Emily Heller)

November 25, 2016 08:06 - 1 hour - 90.6 MB

Recorded live from Largo at the Coronet in Los Angeles, Neil Casey (Ghostbusters) and Emily Heller (Baby Geniuses) join Paul and Jason to discuss the 1992 science fiction action horror film The Lawnmower Man. They’ll talk about the Stephen King short story that the movie is based on, virtual reality sex, smart chimps, and much more.This episode is brought to you by Squarespace, Sonos, ZipRecruiter, and TBS’ Search Party.Get yourself a BB-8 “What Is Its Mission?” T-shirt or Tote Bag over at  ...

Prequel to Episode 149

November 18, 2016 08:07 - 37 minutes - 34 MB

What is shirt cocking? Do people jerk it to Shrek? Paul gets into this and more as he opens up the Explanation Hope Line and goes through Corrections and Omissions for Vampire’s Kiss. The Movie Bitches review The Accountant and you’ll hear about the virtual reality world we will enter in the movie we cover next week! This episode is brought to you by Squarespace.Get yourself a BB-8 “What Is Its Mission?” T-shirt or Tote Bag over at  http://howdidthisgetmade.bigcartel.com Where to Fin...

148. Vampire's Kiss: LIVE! (w/ Hayes Davenport)

November 11, 2016 08:07 - 1 hour - 80.9 MB

Hayes Davenport (Hollywood Handbook, HBO’s Divorced, Vice Principals) joins Paul, June, and Jason live from the Now Hear This Festival in Anaheim, CA to do their best trying to comprehend what is happening in the 1988 Nicolas Cage film Vampire’s Kiss. They’ll cover everything from the legendary misfiling & ABC’s scene to whether or not Cage becomes a vampire by the end of the movie. Plus, in a HDTGM first, we get actual answers from the director and star of the film as to what was ha...

Prequel to Episode 148

November 05, 2016 05:41 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MB

What’s the Bruce Lee connection to Gamer? Paul gets into this and more as he opens up the Explanation Hope Line and goes through Corrections and Omissions for Gamer. We’ll also hear from film director Brian Taylor on his thoughts on the film during his interview with Blake J. Harris. The Movie Bitches review The Girl on the Train and you’ll hear which vampire cult classic we will be covering next week!This episode is brought to you by Squarespace.Get yourself a BB-8 “What Is Its Miss...

147. Gamer: LIVE! (w/ Robert Kirkman, Emily V. Gordon)

October 28, 2016 07:05 - 1 hour - 104 MB

Recorded live from the world famous Largo at the Coronet in Los Angeles, Robert Kirkman of The Walking Dead and Emily V. Gordon of The Meltdown with Jonah & Kumail join Paul and Jason to discuss the 2009 Neveldine/Taylor film Gamer. They’ll cover everything including Gerard Butler’s way to get a car starting, the Michael C. Hall dance sequence, Terry Crews baring all, and the potential Ludacris cross-over with Fast & Furious. Plus, we settle the really important parts of the film dur...

Prequel to Episode 147

October 22, 2016 01:36 - 50 minutes - 45.8 MB

Was Jason right about clowns all along? What the hell is friction tape? Paul gets into this and more as he opens up the Explanation Hope Line and goes through Corrections and Omissions for Dreamcatcher. Plus, you’ll hear which video game world we will be entering for our next movie!This episode is brought to you by Squarespace.

146. Dreamcatcher (w/ Curtis Gwinn, Jessica McKenna)

October 14, 2016 07:59 - 1 hour - 75.7 MB

Curtis Gwinn (Narcos, The Walking Dead) and Jessica McKenna (Serious Music) join Paul and Jason to discuss the 2003 science fiction horror film adaptation of Stephen King’s novel Dreamcatcher. They’ll talk about butt aliens, the importance of the toothpick, comically bad farts, and of course, Morgan Freeman’s amazing eyebrows.Come see us at the Now Hear This podcast festival: nowhearthisfest.com Get yourself a BB-8 “What Is Its Mission?” T-shirt or Tote Bag over at  http://howdidthi...

Prequel to Episode 146

October 11, 2016 07:07 - 44 minutes - 40.3 MB

On today’s minisode, we’ll get to the bottom of the right time to fall in love, why people hate your glasses, and whether or not vampires shit. Plus, Corrections and Omissions for Vampire Academy, what Stephen King classic we’ll be tackling next, and Blake Harris brings us more insight on Stealth from military adviser John Iles. Send your own voicemail explanation hopes for Paul to answer by calling 619-PAUL ASK.Come see us at the Now Hear This podcast festival: nowhearthisfest.com ...

145. Vampire Academy (w/ Michael Showalter, Aisling Bea)

September 30, 2016 07:38 - 1 hour - 80.9 MB

Michael Showalter (Search Party) and Aisling Bea (The Fall) join Paul and Jason to talk about the vampire movie Vampire Academy. They’ll cover everything from the gumbo of a plot to out of place mall montage to the orgasmic vampire bites. It’s not as sexy as Twilight, not as dangerous as Hunger Games, and not as childlike as Harry Potter.This episode is brought to you by TANIS, Blunt Talk on STARZ, Blue Apron, and Sonos.

Prequel to Episode 145

September 26, 2016 07:26 - 30 minutes - 28 MB

Vampires, a connection to Terminator 2 and Incubus weighs in on their contribution to the Stealth soundtrack (sort of) all on today’s minisode! Plus, Corrections and Omissions for Stealth and what movie you’ll need to see next. Send your own voicemail explanation hopes for Paul to answer by calling 619-PAUL ASK.Come see us at the Now Hear This podcast festival: nowhearthisfest.com Get yourself a BB-8 “What Is Its Mission?” T-shirt or Tote Bag over at  http://howdidthisgetmade.bigcar...

144. Stealth (w/ Charlie Sanders)

September 16, 2016 07:16 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MB

The very hilarious actor/writer Charlie Sanders (Key & Peele, Facebook at UCB-Franklin) joins Paul and Jason for a boys club episode of How Did This Get Made? in which they discuss the 2005 action film Stealth. They'll cover everything from Jamie Foxx's untimely demise to the sentient robot plane's emo music playlist. Plus, for the first time ever we hear Kid Reviews for the movie during 2nd Opinions!Come see us at the Now Hear This podcast festival: nowhearthisfest.com Get yourself...

Prequel to Episode 144

September 09, 2016 07:16 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MB

HDTGM is back with full force. We have a visit from the Movie Bitches, we find out our next great movie selection, we go through Corrections and Omissions for Gods of Egypt, and we hear from you beautiful listeners. Send your own voicemail explanation hopes for Paul to answer by calling 619-PAUL ASK.Come see us at the Now Hear This podcast festival: nowhearthisfest.com Get yourself a BB-8 “What Is Its Mission?” T-shirt or Tote Bag over at  http://howdidthisgetmade.bigcartel.com Wher...

143. Gods of Egypt (w/ Erin Gibson, Bryan Safi)

August 19, 2016 07:04 - 1 hour - 72.2 MB

Erin Gibson and Bryan Safi of Throwing Shade podcast joins Paul and Jason in-studio to discuss the 2016 Fantasy film Gods of Egypt. Is it a good sign when the opening narration isn't confident in remembering the plot of the movie? What was the sphinx saying? Why doesn't Gerard Butler's accent stay consistent throughout the movie? All of this and more is covered as they get deep into this green screen adventure.Come see How Did This Get Made LIVE in Anaheim as part of the Now Hear Thi...

Prequel to Episode 143

August 15, 2016 07:04 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MB

The average of a phantom, the origin of "bobo," and Gerard Butler in Egypt are all covered in today’s minisode. We also hear about behind the scenes deets from Blake Harris’ interview with The Phantom director Simon Wincer. Plus, Corrections and Omissions for The Phantom! Send your own voicemail explanation hopes for Paul to answer by calling 619-PAUL ASK. If you want to check out the full Blake Harris’ interview with director Simon Wincer go over to www.slashfilm.com .Come see How ...

142. The Phantom: LIVE! (w/ Eliza Skinner, Ed Brubaker)

August 05, 2016 07:13 - 1 hour - 101 MB

HDTGM All-stars Eliza Skinner and Ed Brubaker join Paul and Jason for a LIVE episode recorded at the world famous Largo at the Coronet in Los Angeles to discuss the 1996 superhero movie The Phantom starring Billy Zane. They will cover everything including Billy Zane's Fruit of the Loom grape costume, the most choreographed slow fighting, and the microscope with knives.This episode is sponsored by Squarespace, Blue Apron, and Avion Tequila.Come see How Did This Get Made LIVE in Anahei...

Prequel to Episode 142

August 01, 2016 07:07 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MB

Tips on public speaking, how to know if someone is hitting on you, and purple tights are all covered in today's minisode. We also hear a new tidbit of information about the knife in The Shadow from Blake Harris' interview with the film's director Russell Mulcahy. Plus, Corrections and Omissions for The Shadow! Send your own voicemail explanation hopes for Paul to answer by calling 619-PAUL ASK. If you want to check out the full Blake Harris' interview with director Russell Mulcahy go...

141. The Shadow: LIVE! (w/ Pete Davidson)

July 22, 2016 07:08 - 1 hour - 84.9 MB

Pete Davidson (Saturday Night Live) joins Paul, June, and Jason for a LIVE episode recorded at the world famous Largo at the Coronet in Los Angeles to discuss the 1994 superhero movie The Shadow starring Alec Baldwin. They will cover everything including Llama cigarettes, Alec Baldwin's long cocaine nails, and whether or not that hotel in the movie was real. Plus, they find a possible connection to The Golden Child starring Eddie Murphy.This episode is sponsored by Squarespace and Cr...

Prequel to Episode 141

July 15, 2016 08:22 - 49 minutes - 45 MB

From mannequins with magical genitalia to a superhero who is seemingly magical. Paul reveals the next HDTGM movie and opens the Explanation Hope Line to address listener's thoughts on his previous comments on Philadelphia and fireworks. Blake Harris also interviews Mannequin Two director Stewart Raffill to answer all our burning questions including why those buff dudes were dubbed. Plus, Corrections and Omissions for Mannequin Two: On the Move! Send your own voicemail explanation hop...

Mannequin Two: On the Move (w/ Steve Agee)

July 11, 2016 07:07 - 1 hour - 80.9 MB

Steve Agee (New Girl, The Sarah Silverman Program) joins Paul, June, and Jason in-studio to get to the bottom of important questions that popped up while watching 1991's Mannequin Two: On the Move. What's the deal with department stores? Do mannequins have genitalia? And finally, where does the butt start? Plus, we hear the inception of a new Mannequin sequel that is done right.This episode is sponsored by Now Hear This Podcast Festival, Loot Crate, Blue Apron, and Casper Mattresses.WATCH Fil...

140. Mannequin Two: On the Move (w/ Steve Agee)

July 11, 2016 07:07 - 1 hour - 80.9 MB

Steve Agee (New Girl, The Sarah Silverman Program) joins Paul, June, and Jason in-studio to get to the bottom of important questions that popped up while watching 1991's Mannequin Two: On the Move. What's the deal with department stores? Do mannequins have genitalia? And finally, where does the butt start? Plus, we hear the inception of a new Mannequin sequel that is done right.This episode is sponsored by Now Hear This Podcast Festival, Loot Crate, Blue Apron, and Casper Mattresses....

Guests

Paul F. Tompkins
7 Episodes
nicole byer
6 Episodes
Nicole Byer
6 Episodes
Kulap Vilaysack
5 Episodes
Scott Aukerman
5 Episodes
Erin Gibson
4 Episodes
Andrea Savage
3 Episodes
Chelsea Peretti
3 Episodes
Eliza Skinner
3 Episodes
Ike Barinholtz
3 Episodes
Jordan Rubin
3 Episodes
Matt Gourley
3 Episodes
Rhea Butcher
3 Episodes
Andy Richter
2 Episodes
Ben Blacker
2 Episodes
Cameron Esposito
2 Episodes
Erin Darke
2 Episodes
Jack Frost
2 Episodes
Jesse Thorn
2 Episodes
Joel Kim Booster
2 Episodes
Nick Wiger
2 Episodes
Steve Agee
2 Episodes
Adam Pally
1 Episode
Chris Gethard
1 Episode
Chris Ryan
1 Episode
Dan Harmon
1 Episode
Dave Holmes
1 Episode
Eddie Pepitone
1 Episode
Emily Heller
1 Episode
Erin Whitehead
1 Episode
Jake Johnson
1 Episode
Jonah Ray
1 Episode
Jon Daly
1 Episode
Jon Gabrus
1 Episode
Kevin Smith
1 Episode
Kumail Nanjiani
1 Episode
Lauren Lapkus
1 Episode
Matthew Berry
1 Episode
Matt Walsh
1 Episode
Natasha Lyonne
1 Episode
Pete Holmes
1 Episode
Phoebe Robinson
1 Episode
Rhett Miller
1 Episode
Rob Corddry
1 Episode
Robert Kirkman
1 Episode
Tig Notaro
1 Episode
Whitney Cummings
1 Episode

Books

The Running Man
1 Episode