Remakes Reboots & Revivals
258 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★★ - 36 ratingsDiscover the truth behind Hollywood’s obsession with remaking, rebooting, and reviving old movies and TV shows with ’Remakes Reboots & Revivals,’ hosted by Rolando Nieves, Nicole Pometti, and Eddie Z, two queer Latine filmmakers & educators one lovable geek.
Each episode, they explore the history and production values of different franchises, compare and contrast the old and the new, and critique creative decisions made in the latest reproductions.
Find out whether these new versions of old media properties are really needed, or just a way for Hollywood to exploit viewers’ nostalgia.
’Remakes Reboots & Revivals’ is a must-listen for anyone interested in film and television, and offers unique insights into the creative and business aspects of the entertainment industry.
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The Sopranos / The Many Saints of Newark - Hey, New Jersey!
October 07, 2021 17:19 - 1 hour - 73.9 MBNicole and Rolando are from New Jersey, so naturally they're HUGE fans of the HBO Classic Tv Series "The Sopranos". Or are they? And, naturally, since they are from NJ and Nicole is half Italian, they also LOVED the film "The Many Saints of Newark". Or did they? Hey gabagool, listen to this episode with your goomah, and hear what Nicole and Rolando thought, then share your thoughts with us! Listen now! FOLLOW US: Be sure to follow us on social media for news, polls, and fun behind the s...
Scenes from a Marriage - Where Was Oscar Issac‘s Glow-Up?
September 30, 2021 15:16 - 1 hour - 88.6 MBMarriage: blessing or curse? This week, Nicole and Rolando discuss Ingmar Bergman's "Scenes from a Marriage," a 1973 Swedish mini-series that showed audiences the dissolution of a "successful" marriage. The series would go on to be blamed for Europe's then-rising divorce rates. The series broke new ground in its often raw depiction of a failing marriage. Does it glamorize divorce or show the brutality of "love." Then, they turn their attentions to HBO's remake, "Scenes of Marriage," starrin...
She/He‘s All That - Happy Birthday, F. Scott Fitzgerald
September 23, 2021 14:04 - 1 hour - 72.8 MB1999 was quite a year for teen movies: Cruel Intentions. 10 Things I Hate About You. Drive Me Crazy. Jawbreaker. And of course, "She's All That" starring Freddie Prinze, Jr. and Rachel Leigh Cook. The Pygmalion adaptation focuses on high school teens who fall in love in the midst of a cruel bet. And Rolando was surprised how dark the film could be at times. Was high school ever really this mean? Then, flash forward to 2021 when Netflix dropped "He's All That," a retelling of the beloved tee...
Cinderella - Love is Hard Work
September 16, 2021 15:54 - 1 hour - 90.3 MBRolando and Nicole are back! And to kick things off this week it's all about a tale that dates back thousands of years: Cinderella. What is the common thread between this fantasy tale throughout the wide range of cultures the story is found? Then, Nicole, Rolando and Eddie Z share their favorite on-screen adaptations of the beloved fairy tale before diving deep in Amazon's 2021 "Cinderella," starring Camilla Cabello, Idina Menzel, and Billy Porter. Does the new film bring anything new to th...
He-Man and the Masters of the Universe / Revelation - People Do NOT Like Change!
August 05, 2021 17:01 - 59 minutes - 54.2 MBBy The Power of Grayskull- this week, Nicole and Rolando have the power!!! From the 1983 Filmation animated series He-Man and the Masters of the Universe to the 2021 Netflix revival Masters of the Universe: Revelation (2021), the duo (with the much-needed help of Eddie Z) dissect the two shows and their fanbases, while naturally providing their own thoughts and clawbacks. CONTACT US: We are happy to announce that Remakes, Reboots and Revivals has a phone number and we want to hear from ...
Gossip Girl - Teen dramas are an art form
July 29, 2021 15:01 - 1 hour - 62.4 MBSpotted: Rolando and Nicole talking smack about Upper East Siders. This week, the two discuss the CW darling "Gossip Girl," which ran from 2007 to 2012. How does Nicole respond to teen dramas? Does the show glamorize the bad behavior of these privileged kids? And did Gossip Girl's identity work? Then, they head over to HBO Max (again) to spill the tea on the latest revival, "Gossip Girl." Can a diverse cast save a convoluted plot? Listen to find out. XOXO, Gossip Girl CONTACT US: We are ...
Space Jam and Space Jam: A New Legacy - The Brainwashing of Warner Brothers
July 22, 2021 14:23 - 1 hour - 74.2 MB90s kids, rejoice! This week, Nicole and Rolando compare 1996's "Space Jam", starring Michael Jordan and 2021's "Space Jam: A New Legacy" starring LeBron James. Tune in to hear their thoughts on The Tune Squads, King James, The Cancellation of Pepe Le Pew, and 90's Movies Soundtracks! CONTACT US: We are happy to announce that Remakes, Reboots and Revivals has a phone number and we want to hear from you. CALL US & LEAVE A VOICEMAIL: (862) 248-2326 We want to hear from you. Reactions. Clapba...
Monsters, Inc & Monsters at Work - If I were a Grinch I would be welcomed in the Monsters universe
July 15, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 58.7 MBPixar. A great production company or Disney slave? That depends on who is watching. This week, Nicole and Rolando step back into the closet to visit the world of monsters. "Monsters, Inc" is the 2013 film by Pixar that explores a world where a city of monsters is powered by the screams of little children. The film is full of laughs and intrigue and tugs at the heartstrings as a relationship forms between a monster and child. How does this movie compare to the pantheon of Pixar greats? And w...
The Brady Bunch & The Brady Bunch Movie - A Very Brady Episode with Special Guest Joe Gambino
July 01, 2021 16:36 - 1 hour - 68 MBThis week, Nicole and Rolando give everyone the episode they've been dying to drop: The Brady Bunch and The Brady Bunch Movie. The film holds a special place in both Nicole and Rolando's hearts. This week they'll be joined by Joe Gambino, creator of A Cup O' Bitter Joe Show on YouTube. Joe comes out a Brady stan since the show first aired in 1969. Why has the Brady Bunch become such a staple of pop culture since it first aired? And why is the 90's film so good? Listen now. Shownotes: Hen...
iCarly - Ignorance is Bliss!
June 24, 2021 14:32 - 1 hour - 73.9 MBin 5, 4, 3, 2... and we're live on our iCarly episode! Nicole and Rolando talk about where they were when the original Nickelodeon iCarly debuted in 2007, if they watched and their thoughts on it. Now, they discuss the brand new Paramount Plus revival of iCarly! Some highlights include the absence of Jeannette McCurdy, what audiences expect (or should expect) from revivals of shows catered to pre-teens, and of course, the infamous Dan Schneider. Tune in! CONTACT US: We are happy to announc...
The Pride Special - LGBTQIA+ Representation in Remakes, Reboots & Revivals
June 17, 2021 16:57 - 54 minutes - 43.8 MBHAPPY PRIDE! This week, Nicole and Rolando take an in depth look at all the LGBTQIA+ characters that have been featured in a remake, reboot or revival that they've covered on the podcast. How has Hollywood's inclusion affected these properties. And hopefully, this will begin an even more important conversation about what qualifies as good or bad representation. Listen now. Our GAYEST content: Cruella Haunting of Bly Manor Queer Eye Dracula Terminator: Dark Fate Will & Grace CONTAC...
Rugrats - Growing Up Millennial
June 10, 2021 17:07 - 1 hour - 58.1 MBIf you watched the Nickelodeon show "Rugrats" while growing up in the 1990s, this episode is for you! Nicole and Rolando are both Millennials who grew up Tommy Pickles and the gang, and stroll down memory lane while also critiquing the Paramount Plus reboot! Tune in! SHOWNOTES: Rugrats - How Boomers Scarred a Generation - LINK CONTACT US: We are happy to announce that Remakes, Reboots and Revivals has a phone number and we want to hear from you. CALL US & LEAVE A VOICEMAIL: (862) 248-...
Cruella & 101 Dalmatians - I Can Excuse Animal Cruelty, but I Draw the Line at Bad Movies
June 03, 2021 14:50 - 1 hour - 97.9 MBIs there a bigger sin than animal cruelty? Nicole, Rolando AND Eddie Z get into this week as they discuss one of Disney's most notorious villainesses, Cruella De Vil. But is she really all that bad? What makes her so "hated?" How did Cruella's character evolve between 1961's animated-feature, "101 Dalmatians" and 1996's live-action remake starring Glenn Close. And, in retrospect, is Cruella as evil as we make her out to be. Then they pivot to the 2021 Disney reimagining, "Cruella" starring Em...
Friends & The Friends Reunion - The One Where They Discuss How White People Don't Age Well
May 28, 2021 15:54 - 1 hour - 69.3 MBThis week Nicole and Rolando discuss NBC's "must watch" sitcom, "Friends." Why does this show have such a broad, global appeal? And why is Rolando so obsessed with it? Then we turn things over to the HBO Max special, "The Friends Reunion." Does it deliver everything fans have been waiting for or was it just exploiting audiences' hunger for nostalgia? Listen to find out. Follow Us Be sure to follow us on social media for news, polls, and fun behind the scenes content. FACEBOOK: facebook.c...
Our Favorite TV Revivals!
May 13, 2021 16:18 - 56 minutes - 51.3 MBThis week, Nicole and Rolando take it easy and look back at all of the television revivals we've covered, the TV revivals we haven't covered, and the TV revivals we want to cover. What has been your favorite television revival in recent memory?
The Mighty Ducks / Mighty Ducks: Game Changers - I Watched That VHS Repeatedly and Religiously
May 06, 2021 18:12 - 1 hour - 62.4 MBGet ready to be in V Formation! What happens when the chips are down- ducks fly together! But do Nicole and Rolando fly together with their feelings for the Mighty Ducks franchise, particularly the 1992 film? Did they even watch The Mighty Ducks growing up? And did they enjoy the 2021 Disney Plus original series "Mighty Ducks: Gamechangers"? Listen to find out! Oh, and QUACK! Follow Us Be sure to follow us on social media for news, polls, and fun behind the scenes content. FACEBOOK: faceb...
Mortal Kombat - Even Men Can Be a Mary-Sue. Equality!
April 29, 2021 16:59 - 1 hour - 72.8 MBTest your might. Fight! Round 1: 1995's Mortal Kombat, directed by Paul W. S. Anderson, follows protagonist Lou Kang on a revenge mission while simultaneously protecting the Earth-realm from Shang Tsung and his minions. How does this film rank amongst other video-game-adaptations? Is this film a flawless victory? Round 2: 2021's Mortal Kombat has dropped in theaters and HBO Max. But, instead of following Lou Kang, Johnny Cage, and Sonya Blade we're introduced by Mary-Sue, Cole Young. And w...
Justice League - Does This Even Qualify?
April 22, 2021 16:17 - 1 hour - 86.2 MBJustice League: The Snyder Cut. Hot mess or masterpiece? But more importantly, is it even a remake? Nicole argues that 2017's Justice League is the remake of Snyder's original vision. Rolando argues the theatrically released film is the original and the Snyder cut is a remake. Where do you stand? And, to answer the question about whether or not these films were any good they'll be joined by friends-of-the-pod, The Brotherhood of Batman. Listen as everyone kikis and shares their thoughts on bo...
Our 1st Q&A Episode! We Answer Your Emails, Messages and Voicemails!
April 15, 2021 19:29 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MBHere at Remakes Reboots and Revivals, we encourage our listeners to reach out- and they did! This week, Nicole and Rolando spend an entire episode answering all the various emails, messages and voicemails we've received that we wanted to directly address "on the air"! Tune in and keep reaching out! CONTACT US: We are happy to announce that Remakes, Reboots and Revivals has a phone number and we want to hear from you. CALL US & LEAVE A VOICEMAIL: (862) 248-2326 We want to hear from you. ...
Godzilla VS. Kong - I Have Expected Them To Kiss
April 08, 2021 15:15 - 1 hour - 63.3 MBThe fight you've all been waiting for is finally here. Rolando versus Nicole? Nope - lower those expectations. It's Godzilla versus King Kong. Or just Kong as he's been dethroned or something. We don't know. We never saw "Kong: Skull Island." But before we talk about 2021's "Godzilla Vs. Kong," Rolando and Nicole go way back in time and discuss 1933's "King Kong" and 1954's "Godzilla." One of these films would change filmmaking forever. The other will spawn a Kaiju craze. But what is the dept...
Saved by the Bell - When Woke Becomes the Butt of a Joke
April 01, 2021 15:11 - 1 hour - 76.8 MBIf you're a millennial you likely grew up watching "Saved by the Bell." Maybe you stuck with the show through "The College Years." Hell, maybe you even witnessed Zack and Kelly get married in "Saved by the Bell: Wedding in Las Vegas." And you probably grew up thinking, "Zack Morris is so cool!" Until a little YouTube series by "Funny or Die" shattered that illusion with "Zack Morris is Trash." And suddenly, every fan of Saved by the Bell was forced to reckon with the realization that Zack Mo...
Punky Brewster - Checking Off All The Boxes
March 25, 2021 14:33 - 1 hour - 81.4 MBThis week is all about America's favorite little orphan! No, not Annie. It's the one and only Punky Brewster! Did you grow up with this show? Rolando and Nicole certainly didn't but Eddie Z is the show's fiercest defender and helps explain why kids loved it. Does the show's wholesomeness stand the test of time? Then, Soleil Moon Frye reprises the role that made her a child star in 2021's Peacock original, "Punky Brewster." Nicole comes swinging while Eddie Z bobs and weaves. Did the revival ...
Coming to America, Coming 2 America - Celebration of Black Excellence
March 18, 2021 19:11 - 55 minutes - 50.8 MBBefore Wakanda there was Zamunda. This week, Nicole and Rolando discuss 1988's "Coming To America." The movie is regarded as an 80's classic comedy and marks a turning point for Eddie Murphy's career. How does the movie hold up and where does it rank among Eddie Murphy's career? Then, 32 years later, Hollywood revisits Zamunda. However, instead of a fairy tale love story they give us the story about gender politics and illegitimate children. Does the film capitalize on its black excellence or...
Superman -The Most Important Metric: Hotness
March 11, 2021 19:23 - 1 hour - 62.4 MBWhen Nicole is away, the gay geeks will play. This week, Nicole is a much-deserved vacation so it's just Rolando and Eddie Z. And, in order to spare Nicole the trauma of watching eight (8!) different iterations of Supermen across film and television the married duo have taken on the burden of taking on The man of steel. But, unlike the usual high-brow, deep critiques usually found on the show, this week week Rolando and Eddie focus on the most important metric: hotness. Which Superman soar...
Tom and Jerry - Not Much To Say
March 04, 2021 17:15 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBThis week is a game of cat and mouse as Rolando and Nicole discuss the classic cartoon "Tom and Jerry" and its 2021 reboot, "Tom and Jerry." Has the formula between these two frenemies changed in 60 years? Listen to find out. SHOW NOTES: Gene Kelly and Jerry Dance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2msq6H2HI-Y Of Course Tom and Jerry was Racist. The Question is What Do We Do About That. https://slate.com/culture/2014/10/tom-and-jerry-racist-of-course-warning-on-amazon-and-itunes-is-appro...
Blithe Spirit - A Gold Star Episode
February 25, 2021 17:21 - 1 hour - 70.9 MBDo you believe in ghosts? Or better yet, do you have faith that Hollywood can turn out a decent remake? Nicole and Rolando share their thoughts on the afterlife, along with their thoughts on the 2020/2021 film "Blithe Spirit", and its 1945 original source material of the same name. Listen to find out whether or not they have faith in the supernatural or in the movie industry. CONTACT US: We are happy to announce that Remakes, Reboots and Revivals has a phone number and we want to hear from...
We List Our Top 3 Movie Remakes - A Remakes, Reboots and Revivals Special
February 18, 2021 17:25 - 35 minutes - 33.5 MBToday, we are doing something different! We've seen SO many movie remakes over the years, that Nicole and Rolando decided to pick their Top 3 Favorite Movie Remakes! For this special, Eddie Z and a special guest join us! In addition, we have an accommodating video posted on our YouTube to double your pleasure! What's your Top 3 Movie Remakes? Do you agree with our lists? Listen (and WATCH) to enjoy!! CONTACT US: We are happy to announce that Remakes, Reboots and Revivals has a phone number...
The Hardy Boys- No Adult In This Town Has Any Authority!
February 11, 2021 16:59 - 1 hour - 65.9 MBIt might be a mystery as to why The Hardy Boys have such staying power, but it's no mystery that Nicole and Rolando finally got around to covering this case! They dish early history, share thoughts on the 1969 Hardy Boys Cartoon, discuss 70s fashion and Will Ferrell lookalikes in 1974's "Hardy Boys/Nancy Drew Mysteries" then end with with our thoughts on lesbian queer-baiting and Joe's 12 year old antics in Hulu's 2020 Hardy Boys Reboot. Did we love it? Did we hate it? In order to solve this ...
Winx Club and Fate: A Winx Sage: Talking Winx With a Winx Super-Fan (Bonus Episode)
February 08, 2021 21:13 - 1 hour - 65.1 MBWe've got a special bonus episode for you! Listen to a one-on-one interview with Ella Anders, Winx super-fan and writer. Learn about the world of Winx Club and its appeal and why the new Netflix show is a bit of a let down. Ella Anders Thanks again to Ella for joining us. Check out her review of Fate: A Winx Saga and follow her on social. Fate Presents Magic, But No Heart or Hope by Ella Anders - Link Instagram - Link Twitter - Link CONTACT US: We are happy to announce that Remakes, Re...
Winx Club and Fate: A Winx Saga - Flaws Are Fine On Characters, But Don't Make Me Hate Her
February 04, 2021 18:20 - 1 hour - 62.7 MB"Fate: A Winx Saga" is Netflix's latest "hit." But were you aware the show is a live-action adaptation of "Winx Club?" Nicole certainly wasn't when she first saw the trailer. But when she found out she pitched the show and everyone got to binging. Does she come to regret that decision? This week, join us as we visit Alfea, a college for fairies who are learning the ways of magic. Not to be confused with Magix, the world it's on. Who or what are the Winx Club? And why has the original series...
The Animaniacs - Do Not Google "Minerva Mink" on Google Images
January 28, 2021 16:17 - 1 hour - 64.1 MB"It's time for Animaniacs!" If you were a child in the 90's there's a high probability you read that and sang it. This week, Rolando and Nicole unlock the Warner Tower to visit the adorable Warner brothers and the Warner sister. And, they'll be kiki-ing with Animaniacs experts, Joey and Nathan Letson of The Animanicast, who spill all the tea they've gathered after meeting the show's voice actors, writers, and original creator. Did you know that Steven Spielberg didn't create the Warner Sibli...
The 100th Episode Spectacular
January 21, 2021 17:33 - 57 minutes - 52.9 MBOh. Em. Gee! We did it! We made it to the 100th episode. This week Rolando and Nicole take a pause to reflect on the show's 100 episodes. You'll revisit some of their favorite moments and discover what they've learned about Hollywood in the last two and a half years. And, you'll get to listen to some of the unreleased ORIGINAL PILOT! Remakes Reboots & Revivals Mug Giveaway In honor of the 100th episode Rolando and Nicole will be giving away two mugs for free. Here's your chance to own a p...
Selena - The Tyranny of Abraham's Dream
January 14, 2021 17:36 - 1 hour - 62.2 MBSelena: Music icon or carefully cultivated mirage? Nicole and Rolando kick off 2021 by discussing Selena; The singer and her legacy; The 1997 film, Selena, starring Jennifer Lopez; And the 2020 Netflix series, "Selena: The Series." Why did the singer's tragic death trigger a bio-pic to premiere two years later? Why is Abraham OK with being painted as an overbearing stage-dad? And more importantly do either of these media properties do a good job in teaching audiences who was Selena - as a hum...
Best of Film and TV in 2020 - The 2nd Annual Remakes, Reboots and Revivals Awards!
December 30, 2020 19:44 - 40 minutes - 36.9 MBNicole and Rolando wish our listeners a very Happy New Year, looking forward to a great 2021 (has to be better than 2020, right?!) Before we do that, we want to look back at 2020, a year filled with so many remade, rebooted and revived properties. Since Nicole and Rolando covered so many of them, they decided to continue the tradition and award the Best and Worst of Film and TV in Remakes, Reboots and Revivals! Take a listen!
A Christmas Carol - Nothing has Changed!
December 23, 2020 17:47 - 1 hour - 78.4 MBBah. Humbug. We can all relate as 2020 comes to a close. This week, Nicole and Rolando look back at the many different film or video iterations of Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol." Which Ebenezer Scrooge reigns supreme? And why does Hollywood keep revisiting this story? And does anyone really think that rich people will ever change? Listen to find out. SHOW NOTES: Scrooge, Or Marley's Ghost (1901) - LINK Scrooge (1970) - LINK A Christmas Carol (1971) - LINK
Black Narcissus - Horny in the Himalayas
December 09, 2020 17:42 - 1 hour - 86.1 MBBlack Narcissus: A horror film about nuns or erotic thriller about nuns? Nicole and Rolando contemplate how to best sum up the 1947 British film by Powell and Pressburger. Was Sister Clodough, played by Deborah Kerr, lusting after Mr. Dean? Was Sister Ruth, played by Kathleen Byron, succumbing to arousal or a victim of mental illness? Then, they discuss the 2020 BBC and FX three-part miniseries, Black Narcissus. Does expanding the story help or hurt the nuns? And can the series stand on its...
The Boys in The Band - The Wrong Play To See Before A Gay Engagement
December 02, 2020 17:51 - 1 hour - 90.7 MBThe Boys in the Band What was life like for gay men before Stonewall? If it's anything like the lives portrayed in Mart Crowley's 1968 off-Broadway play, "The Boys in the Band," then it was a downer. This week, Nicole and Rolando discuss the play that inspired 1970's The Boys in the Band, one of the first American films to revolve around gay characters. What place does it hold in queer cinema and what can the movie teach audiences about the gay experience? Are the feelings of self-hatred and...
Rebecca - The Haunting of Manderley Mansion
November 24, 2020 17:16 - 1 hour - 97.7 MB"Last night I dreamt I went to Manderley again…" Famous first words of Daphne Du Maurier's "Rebecca." But, are they famous enough? Nicole and Rolando get into this week as they discuss the novel and how it'd give the world, "Rebecca," the 1940 film directed by Alfred Hitchcock starring Laurence Olivier, Joan Fontaine, and Judith Anderson. What effect did the Hays Code have on the film when adapting the gothic-romance-thriller? Do the performances stand the test of time? And how faithful is ...
Borat - Giuliani Fell Right Into That Trap!
November 11, 2020 17:49 - 1 hour - 74.7 MB2006. A simpler time when men everywhere did their version of a Borat impression. Do we thank Sacha Baron Cohen or curse his name? This week, Rolando and Nicole discuss "Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan." What made this film so funny to Americans in 2006? And what was the film trying to say? Is anti-Semitism funny if the creator of the content is Jewish? And then Nicole and Rolando critique "Borat Subsequent Moviefilm: Delivery of Prodigious ...
The Witches - It Looked Like a POV Shot of an Uncircumcised Penis
October 28, 2020 13:58 - 1 hour - 113 MB"Witches are real." Or so Roald Dahl would have you believe. But can we trust the musings of a man accused of misogyny, transphobia, and anti-Semitism? Can art be separated from the artist? This week, right in time for Halloween, Rolando and Nicole discuss the beloved(?) 1990's film, "The Witches." Is this film nightmare fuel for children or a bore? Rolando and Nicole disagree. But one thing everyone can agree: prosthetic make-up is better than CGI. Then, 30 years later, "The Witches" premi...
The Innocents and The Haunting of Bly Manor - Sexual Repression and Lesbian Tears
October 21, 2020 15:36 - 1 hour - 58.8 MB10 days until Halloween 2020. Let the festivities begin! This week Rolando and Nicole take a trip across the pond and visit the luxurious Bly Manor. First, they discuss 1961's "The Innocents," a psychological horror that revolves around a governess caring for two cray, rich kids. Are the children being possessed by sexually charged ghosts or is she just sexually frustrated? Then, Nicole and Rolando swoon over the gay agenda found in Netflix's "The Haunting of Bly Manor." They were ready to sc...
The Baby-Sitters Club - Netflix Picked Up the BSC. I Guess They're Gonna Be Hoes?
October 14, 2020 13:52 - 1 hour - 98.3 MB"The Baby-Sitters Club" by Ann M. Martin is the beloved book series (which ran through 2000) that spawned 131 books, various spinoffs, dolls, board games and a film adaptation in 1995. But, how could anyone forget about the 1990's TV series, "The Baby-Sitters Club" and its catchy theme song, "Say Hello To Your Friends?" This week, Rolando and Nicole take a trip to Stoneybrook, CT to revisit 1990's fashion and tackle real kids issues like stolen earrings, mistaken identities over landlines, ...
Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure and Face the Music - The Future is Female!
October 07, 2020 15:20 - 1 hour - 58.2 MB2020 has been super bogus, man. Luckily, we have Bill and Ted to cheer us up. This week, Rolando and Nicole travel back in time to watch 1989's "Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure." What is it about these two himbos that resonated with pop-culture, spawning a sequel, a live action series and an animated series. Then more than 30 years later, a revival. Does the chemistry between Alex Winter and Keanu Reeves transcend time and space? Is "Bill and Ted Face the Music" worth the watch? Listen to...
The Karate Kid and Cobra Kai - Who's the Real Bully Here?
October 01, 2020 15:54 - 1 hour - 65.2 MBThis week, while two presidential candidates duked it out on stage, Rolando and Nicole focused on the fight that matters most: Johnny Lawrence versus Danny LaRusso. This episode, we're kicking things off with 1984's The Karate Kid, then jump-kick to The YouTube Red-turned-Netflix original, Cobra Kai. How does the film hold up more than 30 years later and what does its legacy mean when trying to recapture the spirit of Mr. Miyagi's teachings for a new generation? And more importantly, who are...
Disney's Mulan - Dishonor on Disney
September 23, 2020 14:52 - 1 hour - 112 MB"Let's get down to business to discuss Mulan..." After an unexpected hiatus, Rolando and Nicole are back and more critical than ever. This week, the two breakdown 1998's Mulan and Disney's latest live-action remake, Mulan. How does the new film, available on Disney+, compare to the original? And, was the original even that good to begin with? Is the new Mulan worth the $30 price tag? Listen to find out. Follow Us Be sure to follow us on social media for news, polls, and fun behind the sc...
Perry Mason - A Hard Boiled Guy
August 19, 2020 15:09 - 1 hour - 72.1 MBPrivate investigators. Police corruption. Principled lawyers. This week, Rolando and Nicole take a look at the grandpapi of all police procedurals on television, "Perry Mason." The show ran for 9 seasons beginning in 1958 and starred Raymond Burr, who was a closeted homosexual. Then they explore the reimagined origins of the noble lawyer in HBO's "Perry Mason." How does the original series hold up more than 60 years after its premiere? Is the new Perry Mason a fresh take on the character or ...
Unsolved Mysteries - Who doesn't love a good mystery? (with Special Guest Charlie Worroll of Crimelines!)
July 20, 2020 14:25 - 1 hour - 76.5 MBCrime. It's all around us. Or so shows like "Unsolved Mysteries" would have you believe. This week, Nicole and Rolando are joined by Charlie Worroll of Crimelines to discuss Unsolved Mysteries which aired on NBC from 1987 through 1997, hosted by Robert Stack. What made this show so popular? What does true crime on media say about our culture? Then, the three dissect the latest reboot which premiered on Netflix on July 1, 2020. Is the new show exploitative or a faithful recreation of the origi...
The Shining and Doctor Sleep - The PTSD of Having a Homicidal Father
July 13, 2020 14:57 - 1 hour - 79.4 MBYou asked for it. We delivered. In the spirit of self-isolation, this week Nicole and Rolando take a trip to the Overlook Hotel in Colorado to explore their shine or steam or whatever it is. The two explore the legacy of Stanley Kubrick's "The Shining" and its sequel "Doctor Sleep," directed by Mike Flanagan. How does the 1980 horror film compare to the 2019 flop? Does "The Shining" get more credit than deserved or is it truly one of the genre's best films? Also, Nicole and Rolando speculat...
To Tell The Truth - Exploitative TV
July 06, 2020 14:50 - 4 minutes - 4.18 MBSince the 1960's, The U.S.A. has been trying to figure out which of 3 people claiming to be the same person is actually who they are they are. This game show, called "To Tell The Truth", appeared in 1959 and can currently been seen on ABC Thursday nights, hosted by Anthony Anderson. The conversation between Nicole and Rolando takes an interesting turn, when they get into the topic of the thin line between entertainment and exploitation, and whose voices are important to provide a platform to...
Star Trek The Next Generation & Star Trek Picard - Fairweather Trekkies
June 29, 2020 18:34 - 1 hour - 95.9 MBJean-Luc Picard is usually regarded as Star Trek's greatest captain. But is that admiration enough to launch a new show? This week Nicole and Rolando are joined by Lincoln Farquharson, a self proclaimed Trekkie and previous guest of the pod. The show has a legacy of being woke, but rewatching the series in 2020, does the series remain true to its utopian fantasy? Does "Picard," available on CBS All Access, build on the legacy or make it all come crashing down? Listen to find out. Show Not...