Media MD

The Final Checkup

July 24, 2020 10:30 - 2 hours - 135 MB

Flames to dust, co-hosts to friends. Why do all good things come to an end? Reuben and Elliot finish off Media M.D. by looking back at our entire catalogue. Thanks to all those who came on this journey with us! Check out the Doof Media website to learn more about our other shows, as well as the other great shows on the network!

Battlestar Galactica (2003)

July 09, 2020 11:00 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MB

So say we all! Reuben talks about the Battlestar Galactica Miniseries, and Elliot fails to not talk about the subsequent TV show. Next fortnight, it's time for our annual checkup! And it's a special one, because this is our Final Appointment! To celebrate the end of the show, we're going back and looking at our entire back catalogue! Send us an email if there's anything you want us to talk about specifically!

Terminator

June 25, 2020 06:25 - 1 hour - 63.5 MB

We're joined by Scott and Matt to discuss Terminator and T2. Does it hold up like the CGI in Terminator 1? Or like the CGI in T2? Next fortnight, we’ll be back to discuss Battlestar Galactica. Did I already use that joke? Anyway, the prescription stars at 53:07. Check out more from Scott and Matt at DoofMedia.com!

Silence of the Lambs

June 11, 2020 09:33 - 38 minutes - 33.9 MB

For a movie called Silence of the Lambs this sure had a lot of talking in it! Talk about false advertising! Elliot and Reuben discuss the cannibal classic that warms hearts and minds (before eating them). Dont worry, because next fortnight, we'll be back with a discussion on The Terminator. So, permanecer suscrito, baby. Rate us on iTunes Leave your thoughts for us on Silence of the Lambs, The Terminator, T2, or just the show in general!

Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2008 TV series)

May 28, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 56.4 MB

Padawans Reuben and Elliot are once again joined by Jedi Master Georgia to talk about Season 1 of The Clone Wars TV show. The question is, does it Star Soar? or is it a Star Bore? Next fortnight, we're putting the lotion on the skin, as we check out The Silence of the Lambs.. The prescription starts 52:12. Rate us on iTunes Leave your thoughts for us on Alice Isn’t Dead, Annihilation, or just on the show in general!

Annihilation

May 14, 2020 13:03 - 51 minutes - 46.8 MB

Before you lies a shimmering barrier that no one has have returned from. It's growing, and soon it will consume us all... but enough about Media M.D. and it's addictiveness, let's talk about 2018's Annihilation. Next fortnight, we're journeying to an animated galaxy far far away, by leaping into Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2008 TV show). The prescription starts 31:04. Rate us on iTunes Leave your thoughts for us on Alice Isn’t Dead, Annihilation, or just on the show in general!

Alice Isn’t Dead

April 30, 2020 09:00 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MB

*radio noise* Dear Listener, *radio noise* This week, we step out onto the road, joini- *radio noise* as she journeys across america to look for- *radio noise* Alice isn't Dead, the horror podcast from Nightvale Presents. Next fortnight, we’re stepping into the shimmer, as we dive into Alex Garland's Annihilation. The prescription starts 24:36. Rate us on iTunes Leave your thoughts for us on Alice Isn’t Dead, Annihilation, or just on the show in general!

Fantasy High

April 16, 2020 12:05 - 43 minutes - 37.7 MB

It's like the breakfast club, but the club deals 1d4 bludgeoning on hit. Elliot and Reuben discuss this D&D romp. Watch the first episode here! Next fortnight, we'll be doing a spooky roadtrip, with Alice Isn't Dead. Rate us on iTunes Leave your thoughts for us on Fantasy High, Alice Isn't Dead, or just on the show in general!

Little Shop of Horrors (1986)

April 02, 2020 09:32 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MB

Hey, come and see this weird plant we put in our podcast's window. And while you're here, you should buy 100 Doof patreon credits. Next fortnight, we'll be playing along with Fantasy High. The Prescription starts at 28:12. Rate us on iTunes Leave your thoughts for us on Little Shop of Horrors, Fantasy High, or on the show in general!

Grave Of The Fireflies

March 19, 2020 00:53 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MB

The best kids movie since Boss Baby, Elliot and Reuben discuss Grave of the Fireflies. Next fortnight, we'll be singing and bopping along to Little Shop of Horrors, prescribed by listener AquaBuddha. Rate us on iTunes Check out Deep in Pact here. Or, start reading Pact (and get hooked) here. Leave your thoughts for us on Little Shop of Horrors, or on the show in general!

Hercules (1997)

March 05, 2020 10:00 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MB

Can this movie Go the Distance? I Won't Say - and that's the Gospel Truth. There's only One Last Hope - listen to this episode and find out where Disney's Hercules (1997) lands on a scale of Zero to Hero. Next fortnight, we'll bring the mood down with Grave of the Fireflies. The prescription starts at 22:03. Got an idea for an episode? Head to our website and click the button on the far right hand side of the page! Rate us on iTunes Check out Deep in Pact here. Or, start reading Pact (an...

Infinity Train

February 20, 2020 11:26 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MB

*Bing Bong* We regret to inform you that the 2:15 service to Wollongong has been cancelled for today, as there is an endless train on the tracks. Elliot and Reuben ride the rail replacement bus, and talk about Infinity Train. Next fortnight, we'll be beefing up and talking about Disney's Hercules. Got an idea for an episode? Head to our website and click the button on the far right hand side of the page! Rate us on iTunes Check out Deep in Pact here. Or, start reading Pact (and get hooke...

Alien

February 06, 2020 11:31 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MB

There's a secret horrible passenger hiding away on this podcast. It's Scott Daly! And he's here to talk to Elliot and Reuben about Alien! That doesn't sound so horrible at all! Next fortnight, we'll be discussing the absolutely loco motives behind Infinity Train. Got an idea for an episode? Head to our website and click the button on the far right hand side of the page! Rate us on iTunes Check out Deep in Pact here. Or, start reading Pact (and get hooked) here. Leave your thoughts for u...

Mindhunter

January 23, 2020 11:31 - 44 minutes - 40.3 MB

This fortnight, Elliot and Reuben will be learning what makes a murderer, in this Netflix drama. Wait - wrong Netflix murder drama. This time, Elliot and Reuben are discussing Mindhunter. Next fortnight, we'll be discussing the pioneering science-fiction/horror film Alien. Got an idea for an episode? Head to our website and click the button on the far right hand side of the page! Rate us on iTunes Check out Deep in Pact here. Or, start reading Pact (and get hooked) here. Leave your thou...

The Magnus Archives

January 09, 2020 10:00 - 58 minutes - 53.2 MB

This fortnight, special guest and Head Archivist Matt Freeman brings his archival assistants Elliot and Reuben along for a dive into Season 1 of The Magnus Archives. Next fortnight, we'll be discussing the Netflix drama series Mindhunter. The prescription starts at 46:05. Got an idea for an episode? Head to our website and click the button on the far right hand side of the page! Rate us on iTunes Check out Deep in Pact here. Or, start reading Pact (and get hooked) here. Leave your thoug...

The Night Before (2017)

December 26, 2019 06:52 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MB

It's everyone's favourite time of the year - the one where Elliot tries desperately to get Reuben to enjoy a corny Christmas film. And for once, it might've actually worked? Elliot and Reuben enjoy The Night Before. Next fortnight, we're being joined by our special guest Matt Freeman, who is bringing The Magnus Archives to us! The prescription starts at 19:15. Got an idea for an episode? Head to our website and click the button on the far right hand side of the page! Rate us on iTunes Ch...

Cabin Pressure

December 12, 2019 12:19 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MB

This week we're all of on a bumpy flight to Britain, as Elliot and Reuben discuss the Radio Comedy Cabin Pressure, courtesy of John Finnemore, and our Patreon recommender Tim_the_Enchanter. Next fortnight, we'll be discussing the Christmas comedy film The Night Before. The prescription starts at 30:02. Got an idea for an episode? Head to our website and click the button on the far right hand side of the page! Rate us on iTunes Check out Deep in Pact here. Or, start reading Pact (and get ...

New Girl

November 28, 2019 09:00 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MB

Sometimes, Schmidt happens. Other times, it's Winston. Apparently never Nick though. Jess is often there too. Elliot and Reuben talk about New Girl. Next fortnight, we'll be discussing the sitcom Cabin Pressure. The prescription starts at 31:07. Got an idea for an episode? Head to our website and click the button on the far right hand side of the page! Rate us on iTunes Check out Deep in Pact here. Or, start reading Pact (and get hooked) here. Leave your thoughts for us on Transformers:...

The Transformers: The Movie (1986)

November 14, 2019 12:46 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MB

Baa weep grahna weep ninny bong! Now that we're friends, come join Matias, Reuben, and Elliot, as they roll out into the original Transformers movie. Next fortnight, we'll be discussing the sitcom New Girl. The prescription starts at 37:40. Got an idea for an episode? Head to our website and click the button on the far right hand side of the page! Rate us on iTunes Check out Deep in Pact here. Or, start reading Pact (and get hooked) here. Leave your thoughts for us on Transformers: The ...

Jordan Peele Halloween Spooktacular

October 31, 2019 09:14 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MB

It's that very special, very spooky time of year! Halloween! And it wouldn't be a holiday without some kind of weird twist on our usually-very-reliable format! This fortnight, we're not just discussing one movie, we're discussing two movies! How spoooooky! Reuben and Elliot discuss Get Out and Us. Next fortnight, we'll be joined by our friend Matias, from fellow Doof Media podcast Do The Write Thing. We'll be discussing Transformers: The Movie, and the prescription starts at 38:35. Got an...

Neil Breen’s Twisted Pair

October 17, 2019 06:55 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MB

What is Neil Breen's Twisted Pair, you may ask? Us too! We have no idea. It was an experience though, and Elliot and Reuben attempt to piece together Neil's latest filmography jigsaw puzzle. Next fortnight we'll be doing a "Jordan Peele Double Spooktacular" (Reuben is insisting we call it that) with Get Out and Us. The prescription starts at 33:09. Got an idea for an episode? Head to our website and click the button on the far right hand side of the page! Rate us on iTunes Check out Deep...

Derry Girls

October 03, 2019 08:07 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MB

Protestants may hate ABBA, but hopefully you'll love this episode. Elliot and Reuben discuss (and then break down into quoting) Derry Girls. Next fortnight we'll be talking about Twisted Pair. The prescription starts at 27:23. Got an idea for an episode? Head to our website and click the button on the far right hand side of the page! Rate us on iTunes Check out Deep in Pact here. Or, start reading Pact (and get hooked) here. Leave your thoughts for us on Neil Breen, or on the show in ge...

Tier Zoo

September 19, 2019 12:03 - 26 minutes - 24 MB

How does Tier Zoo rate? Elliot and Reuben discuss their favourite new zoology meets gaming channel! Next fortnight we'll be talking about Derry Girls. The prescription starts at 18:51. Got an idea for an episode? Head to our website and click the button on the far right hand side of the page! Rate us on iTunes Check out Deep in Pact here. Or, start reading Pact (and get hooked) here. Leave your thoughts for us on Tierzoo, or on the show in general!

The Boys

September 05, 2019 11:36 - 34 minutes - 32 MB

Get this - it's a world where superheroes are REAL. Pretty revolutionary stuff. Elliot and Reuben check out The Boys. Next fortnight we'll be talking about TierZoo. The prescription starts at 28:50. Rate us on iTunes Check out Deep in Pact here. Or, start reading Pact (and get hooked) here. Leave your thoughts for us on Tierzoo, or on the show in general!

Dollhouse

August 22, 2019 09:00 - 36 minutes - 33 MB

Ever wish you could forget that cringey thing you did as a teenager? Be careful what you wish for! Elliot and Reuben dive into the Whedon wonderland of Dollhouse. Next fortnight we'll be talking about Amazon's The Boys! The prescription starts at 29:33. Rate us on iTunes Check out Deep in Pact here. Or, start reading Pact (and get hooked) here. Leave your thoughts for us on The Boys, or on the show in general!

The Flintstones (2016)

August 08, 2019 08:09 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MB

Reuben takes us back... back... back to season 1 when he tried to get Elliot into comics! We're talking about the famed political satire, The Flintstones. Next fortnight we'll be talking about Dollhouse! The prescription starts at 16:56. Rate us on iTunes Check out Deep in Pact here. Or, start reading Pact (and get hooked) here. Leave your thoughts for us on The Flintstones, or on the show in general!

The Media M.D. Annual Spectacular 2019

July 26, 2019 08:46 - 1 hour - 98.4 MB

It's that very special time of year again! To celebrate our 3rd anniversary of doing this show, we're revisiting all our old prescriptions, and talking about some of them with news and updates. Plus - The Golden Stethoscopes - our new annual awards for the content that has achieved great heights (or some lows) this year. Plus - A new prescription for next week! We'll be discussing The Flintstones - the 2016 comic series! Plus - A big announcement! What did you think about this episode? L...

The Land Before Time

July 11, 2019 13:45 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MB

Back in the past, the world was threatened by drought, sharp-teeth, and really bad sequels. Elliot and Reuben visit The Land Before Time. Next fortnight we're doing our Annual Checkup! Go back through our catalogue, and make sure you're up to date on anything you'd like to see us revisit! Have a request of something we should touch on? Send us an email! Rate us on iTunes Check out Deep in Pact here. Or, start reading Pact (and get hooked) here. What did you think about this episode? Let ...

Good Omens

June 27, 2019 12:57 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MB

It's a war between good and evil, and we've got front row seats. We check out Good Omens (the book, and a bit of the show). Next fortnight we're watching The Land Before Time. The prescription starts at 24:20. Rate us on iTunes Check out Deep in Pact here. Or, start reading Pact (and get hooked) here. What did you think about this episode? Let us know, or send us your thoughts on The Land Before Time for the next episode.

Galaxy Quest

June 11, 2019 15:33 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MB

By Grabthar's Hammer, what a movie! Reuben and Elliot are swept up by the 1999 movie Galaxy Quest. Next fortnight we're reading (/watching) Good Omens. The prescription starts at 23:30 Rate us on iTunes Check out Deep in Pact here. Or, start reading Pact (and get hooked) here. What did you think about this episode? Let us know, or send us your thoughts on Galaxy Quest for the next episode.

David Tennant Does A Podcast With…

May 28, 2019 13:10 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MB

Us! We wish. David if you're reading this get in touch. Elliot and Reuben discuss the series of David Tennant interviews, David Tennant Does A Podcast With... Next fortnight we're watching Galaxy Quest. The prescription starts at 23:08 Rate us on iTunes Check out Deep in Pact here. Or, start reading Pact (and get hooked) here. What did you think about this episode? Let us know, or send us your thoughts on Galaxy Quest for the next episode.

Comrade Detective

May 14, 2019 12:50 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MB

Our most requested episode - Elliot and Reuben discuss the classic 80s Romanian propaganda police drama Comrade Detective. Next fortnight we're watching David Tennant Does A Podcast With.... This Prescription starts at 17:59. Rate us on iTunes Check out Deep in Pact here. Or, start reading Pact (and get hooked) here. What did you think about this episode? Let us know, or send us your thoughts on Explained for next fortnight, and we may feature them on the next episode.

The Umbrella Academy

April 30, 2019 09:45 - 54 minutes - 50.3 MB

When they were young, Elliot and Reuben were recruited into a special team of media-commentating children. Now, 30 years later, they have reunited to discuss The Umbrella Academy. Next fortnight we're watching Comrade Detective. This Prescription starts at 46:01. Rate us on iTunes Check out Deep in Pact here. Or, start reading Pact (and get hooked) here. What did you think about this episode? Let us know, or send us your thoughts on Explained for next fortnight, and we may feature them on...

Rocky

April 17, 2019 14:02 - 1 hour - 60.3 MB

Scott Daly returns to the ring to help us discuss the original Rocky. Also we both watched Rocky IV, even though Scott did say it's the worst, so there's some of that too. Next fortnight we're watching The Umbrella Academy. This Prescription starts at 52:27. Rate us on iTunes Check out more of Scott's work here. Check out Deep in Pact here. Or, start reading Pact (and get hooked) here. What did you think about this episode? Let us know, or send us your thoughts on Explained for next fort...

Game of Thrones

April 02, 2019 12:33 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MB

When you review the Game of Thrones, you either give it 10, or you die. Elliot and Reuben discuss HBO's little known gem "Game of Thrones". Spoilers for all of season 1, as well as a few big ones from season 6 or so that Reuben is aware of through from osmosis. For next fortnight's Prescription, we're joined by special guest Scott Daly who is talking about Rocky (1976). This Prescription starts at 30:44. Rate us on iTunes Check out more of Scott's work here. Check out Deep in Pact here. O...

Pulp Fiction

March 19, 2019 12:46 - 50 minutes - 46.1 MB

We are joined again by special guest Matt Freeman to talk about what we thought of Pulp Fiction. I hope it's better than the Pulp Fiction they put on my juice labels! 5% pulp? I WISH! Next time we will be talking about Game of Thrones. The prescription starts at 37:01. Rate us on iTunes Check out more of Matt's work here. Check out Deep in Pact here. Or, start reading Pact (and get hooked) here. What did you think about this episode? Let us know, or send us your thoughts on Explained fo...

Explained

March 05, 2019 08:00 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MB

We spend 15-20 minutes discussing whether or not a series of 15-20 minute documentaries is worth watching. Elliot and Reuben discuss Netflix and Vox's Explained. For next fortnight's Prescription, we're joined by special guest Matt Freeman who is talking about Pulp Fiction. This Prescription starts at 18:34. Unfortunately the video essay we briefly discuss seems to have been lost to the YouTube ether, so we don’t have a link for you. Rate us on iTunes Check out Deep in Pact here. Or, star...

It Follows

February 19, 2019 06:01 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MB

It Follows, We Podcast. Elliot and Reuben chat about It Follows, and great ideas for what a sequel could be about. Next fortnight, we'll be talking about Explained. Prescription starts at 24:34. Rate us on iTunes Check out Deep in Pact here. Or, start reading Pact (and get hooked) here. What did you think about this episode? Let us know, or send us your thoughts on Explained for next fortnight, and we may feature them on the next episode.

Apocalypto

February 06, 2019 07:33 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MB

Apocalypt-Yes, or Apocalypt-No? We all know the answer if I'm asking about that awful pun, but how about the movie Apocalypto? Next fortnight, we'll be talking about It Follows. Prescription starts at 18:00. Rate us on iTunes Check out Deep in Pact here. Or, start reading Pact (and get hooked) here. What did you think about this episode? Let us know, or send us your thoughts on Apocalypto for next fortnight, and we may feature them on the next episode.

Last Chance to See

January 22, 2019 12:02 - 24 minutes - 22 MB

Not going to do a pun here because we do one in the episode. Also, I just really like this book you know. Elliot and Reuben discuss Last Chance to See. Next fortnight, we'll be talking about Apocalypto. Prescription starts at 19:08. Rate us on iTunes Check out Deep in Pact here. Or, start reading Pact (and get hooked) here. What did you think about this episode? Let us know, or send us your thoughts on Apocalypto for next fortnight, and we may feature them on the next episode.

36 Questions

January 08, 2019 05:40 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MB

That's too many questions, when the only one that matters is - is it good? Elliot and Reuben talk about 36 Questions. Next fortnight, we'll be talking about Last Chance to See.. Prescription starts at 20:06. Rate us on iTunes Check out Deep in Pact here. Or, start reading Pact (and get hooked) here. What did you think about this episode? Let us know, or send us your thoughts on Last Chance to See for next fortnight, and we may feature them on the next episode.

Gremlins

December 25, 2018 08:31 - 25 minutes - 23 MB

Nobody should really be eating after midnight - it's really bad for your digestion. Dietary tips aside, Elliot and Reuben are talking about Gremlins. Next fortnight, we'll be talking about 36 Questions. Listen to it free here. Prescription starts at 19:45. Rate us on iTunes What did you think about this episode? Let us know, or send us your thoughts on 36 Questions, and we may feature them on the next episode.

Orange is the New Black

December 11, 2018 12:08 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MB

Orange is the new Black, Black is back, and back is to the future. Elliot and Reuben discuss Orange is the New Black. Next fortnight, we'll be talking about Gremlins. Prescription starts at 17:42. Rate us on iTunes What did you think about this episode, or about Orange is the New Black? Shoot us an email to let us know! Get a headstart on the discussion for next fortnight. Leave us your comments on Gremlins, and we may feature them on next fortnight's show.

The Good Place

November 28, 2018 08:15 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MB

This episode is probably about a Mindy St-Claire on the Bad - Good scale. Elliot and Reuben discuss The Good Place! Next fortnight, we'll be talking about Orange is the New Black. Prescription starts at . Rate us on iTunes

Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind

November 13, 2018 10:35 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MB

First, man learned language. Then, man used that language to make a podcast about a book about how man learned language. Elliot and Reuben discuss Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind. Next fortnight, we'll be talking about The Good Place. Prescription starts at 17:50. Rate us on iTunes

The Dragon Prince

October 30, 2018 05:38 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MB

A start shakier than its animation, and yet Elliot loved it! Elliot and Reuben talk about The Dragon Prince. Next fortnight, we'll be talking about Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind. Prescription starts at 17:15. Rate us on iTunes

Rake

October 15, 2018 23:30 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MB

It's amazing how a golfer who never helps out around the house will replace his divots, repair his ball marks, and rake his sand traps. That joke brought to you by Funny Rake Jokes. Elliot and Reuben are talking about the Australian TV show Rake. Next fortnight, we'll be talking about The Dragon Prince. Prescription starts at 16:49. Rate us on iTunes

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