Setting the Skene
108 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsSetting the Skene is a weekly entertainment and film podcast all about classic & contemporary cinema. Regular hosts Ben, Doug, Tristen and Elijah review some of the best (and worst) Hollywood has to offer with a revolving panel of guests. Setting the Skene is presented by Viter Media--bringing you shows on show business and live entertainment.
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Episodes
Episode 100 Pt. 2 - MCU Survivor Pt. 2
September 28, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 92.8 MBIt took an extra week, but we now bring the conclusion of the ultimate MCU Survivor! Who will win? Who will survive? Who will get snapped away? Find out here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 100 - Setting the Skene's 100th Episode!
September 14, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 107 MBWow! We can't believe it's already been 100 episodes! We want to thank all of you so much for listening and giving your support. Tune in for this very special episode, even though we aren't talking about a movie. Hope you enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 99 - Demolition Man
September 07, 2022 12:00 - 57 minutes - 78.4 MBThis week, we watched quite the explosive movie that saw Rocky Balboa go face to face with Blade...wait a second, sources are telling me, it's just their actors, not those characters. Must mean that we watched Demolition Man! Hope you enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 98 - When Harry Met Sally...
August 31, 2022 12:00 - 49 minutes - 67.4 MBThis week, we took a look at one of the most influential rom-coms of all time. It's time for When Harry Met Sally...! Special thanks to our guest Rebecca Winget! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 97 - Obi-Wan Kenobi
August 24, 2022 12:00 - 54 minutes - 74.7 MBYeah, we lied to you all about doing a review of When Harry Met Sally...but instead, we are doing something completely new! For the first time ever, we are reviewing a show, instead of a movie. Naturally, it's related to Star Wars. It's Obi-Wan Kenobi! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Some Jerks Who Talk About Movies: Episode 18 - Cars 2
August 17, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 77.6 MBWe had to take a break this week due to some scheduling issues, so let's re-live one of Doug's all-time great meltdowns. We talked about probably the worst Pixar movie to ever exist. It's Cars 2! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 96 - Dawn of/War for the Planet of the Apes
August 10, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 95.1 MBThis week, we wrap up talking about the Planet of the Apes series! And you know what, Andy Serkis STILL doesn't have a dang Oscar, and we are STILL upset about it! Special thanks to our guest: Michael Ruiz! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 95 - Rise of the Planet of the Apes
August 03, 2022 12:00 - 52 minutes - 71.6 MBThis week, we started reviewing what Doug refers to as a "perfect trilogy," and no, it's not Back to the Future! It's Rise of the Planet of the Apes! Also, give Andy Serkis a dang Oscar! Here's the link Doug was referring to (or, to which Doug was referring for you English nerds): https://www.youtube.com/c/StoryStreet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 94 - FernGully: The Last Rainforest
July 27, 2022 12:00 - 26 minutes - 36.7 MBThis week, we throw way back to a movie that rivaled the Disney Renaissance so much, Disney tried to make sure it never finished! Featuring some all-stars like Tim Curry and Robin Williams in its cast, it's FernGully: The Last Rainforest! Hope you enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 93 - Frances Ha
July 20, 2022 12:00 - 50 minutes - 69 MBThis week, we watched a movie by two favorites of the Setting the Skene boys: Noah Baumbach and Greta Gerwig. It's Frances Ha! Hope you enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 92 - One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
July 13, 2022 12:00 - 52 minutes - 72.6 MBThis week, we reviewed the 1976 Best Picture, which features Jack Nicholson in one of his most well-known roles. It's One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 91 - The Toy Story Series
July 06, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 103 MBThe boys are back!! After taking a bit of a break, the boys are back with a ringer! It's time to talk about the film series that changed animation as we know it: Toy Story! Special thanks to our guest this week: Macy Tankersley! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Some Jerks Who Talk About Movies: Episode 19 - The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl
June 29, 2022 12:00 - 56 minutes - 51.8 MBThis week, we are throwing way back to an early Some Jerks episode! We are going back to a movie we (tried) to watch in 3D. It's The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Some Jerks Who Talk About Movies: Episode 72 - Scooby Doo
June 22, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBSurprise! To get back on our proper recording schedule, we are going to be posting a couple more Some Jerks episodes! First up is one of our favorites: Scooby Doo! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Some Jerks Who Talk About Movies: Episode 62 - The Breakfast Club
June 15, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 61.9 MBIn the second of our two weeks off, we revisit what was probably the greatest version of the Some Jerks theme song, featuring all of the Jerks, but mostly Elijah and Mike. It's the classic episode of Some Jerks Who Talk About Movies: The Breakfast Club! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Some Jerks Who Talk About Movies: Episode 46 - 50 First Dates
June 08, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 90.4 MBWe are taking the next two weeks off so Ben and his new wife Macy can celebrate their wedding! In the mean time, we are coming at you with a walk down memory lane. What could be better than revisiting the greatest argument we have ever had on the podcast? It is the classic episode of Some Jerks Who Talk About Movies: 50 First Dates! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 90 - August: Osage County
June 01, 2022 12:00 - 48 minutes - 67.3 MBThis week, we used this movie to travel to The-Middle-Of-Nowhere, Oklahoma. Based on the play of the same name and featuring an all-star cast, it's August: Osage County! Special thanks to our guest: Wade McGlamery Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 89 - Brother Bear
May 25, 2022 12:00 - 53 minutes - 74.1 MBThis week, we watched the classic Disney movie that sees a young man have his life changed forever when he gets turned into the one thing he never wanted to be: a bear. It's Brother Bear! Special thanks to our guest Macy Norton! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 88 - The Voices
May 18, 2022 12:00 - 57 minutes - 78.5 MBThis week, we watched a movie starring Ryan Reynolds, Ryan Reynolds, and Ryan Reynolds! It's The Voices! Special thanks to our guest, Abi Walls! CW: mental health Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 87 - Blade Runner
May 11, 2022 12:00 - 26 minutes - 37 MBThis week, we talked about one of the most talked about science fiction films of all time! It blends that sci-fi world with neo-noir, robots, and Harrison Ford. It's Blade Runner! Hope you enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 86 - Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
May 04, 2022 12:00 - 52 minutes - 71.7 MBMay the Fourth be with you all! To celebrate Star Wars day, we are reviewing the one (live action) Star Wars movie that we have not covered between Setting the Skene and Some Jerks Who Talk About Moves! It's Rogue One: A Star Wars Story! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 85 - The Adventures of Tintin
April 27, 2022 12:00 - 53 minutes - 73 MBThis week, we tackled Steven Spielberg's take at a French comic about a journalist and his dog who have a nose for solving crime. It's The Adventures of Tintin! Special thanks to our guest: Macy Norton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 84 - Power of the Dog
April 13, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 89.5 MBThis week, we took a look at one of the Oscar nominees from this year! It's Power of the Dog! Special thanks to our guest: Abi Walls! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 83 - Mystery Month Part 5 (The Final Mystery)
April 06, 2022 11:00 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MBIn the thrilling conclusion of Setting the Skene's Mystery Month, we are watching the film that ties back to the very beginning not only of Mystery Month, but the very beginning of the entire show. Also, it's a terrible film. Of course it is! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 82 - Mystery Month Part 4
March 30, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 97.8 MBIn Part 4 of Setting the Skene's Mystery Month, we are watching a coming-of-age story that definitely hit the feels of a couple folks on the podcast. It also resides in the Top 10 of one of the guys! CW: PTSD, trauma, specifically in high school Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 81 - Mystery Month Part 3
March 23, 2022 12:00 - 54 minutes - 74.5 MBAs we reach the midpoint of Mystery Month, we reviewed one of the most wholesome movies we have ever discussed. Needless to say, we did not see this one coming. What do you think it is? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 80 - Mystery Month Part 2
March 16, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 101 MBAs we continue through Mystery Month, this week, we watch a movie that is widely considered one of the greatest and most influential films of all time! Some might even call it perfect. What is it? Just listen and find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 79 - Mystery Month Part 1
March 09, 2022 13:00 - 52 minutes - 72.4 MBThis month (well, the rest of March and the first week of April), we are doing something a little different. We have no idea what movies we will actually be watching. After we start the episode, though, the movie will be revealed to us (and you!) so we can all get our initial reactions together. We hope you enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 78 - Megamind
March 02, 2022 13:00 - 55 minutes - 76.6 MBThis week, we take a look at a twist on the classic hero vs. villain tale. What happens when the hero falls, but the villain is still unable to find satisfaction in life? Find out in Megamind! Special thanks to our guest: Macy Norton! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 77 - Don't Look Up
February 23, 2022 13:00 - 40 minutes - 55.3 MBThis week, we watched one of the best picture nominees for 2022. It's about how people will try to deny and then profit off of the inevitable end of the world. Personally, I can't imagine a stranger fiction (please note the obvious sarcasm here). It's Don't Look Up! Hope you enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 76 - Bandslam
February 16, 2022 13:00 - 56 minutes - 78.1 MBThis week, we watched a movie about life in high school as the son of an imprisoned musician navigates his way through school and all the challenges that come with that. It's Bandslam! Special thanks to our guest Rebecca Winget! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 75 - The Florida Project
February 09, 2022 13:00 - 56 minutes - 77.4 MBThis week, we watched a movie from A24 that stars Willem Dafoe! It sounds like a great movie for us to enjoy. It's The Florida Project! Special thanks to our guest: Erin Stephens! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 74 - Chef
February 02, 2022 13:00 - 58 minutes - 80.9 MBThis week, we were cooking and talking about all of the wonderful food that Jon Favreau prepares in his hit movie Chef! Special thanks to our guest, Ben Robertson! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 73 - Moulin Rouge!
January 26, 2022 13:00 - 51 minutes - 71.3 MBThis week, we talked about the weird case of a musical movie that came before the stage play. It's Moulin Rouge! Hope you enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 72 - Bee Movie
January 19, 2022 13:00 - 55 minutes - 76.4 MBThis week, we talked about Jerry Seinfeld's magnum opus (about bees, at least), and it was everything you could have possibly expected. And more! It's Bee Movie! Hope you enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 71 - Ruby Sparks
January 12, 2022 13:00 - 51 minutes - 70.1 MBThis week, we talked about what happens when you write your true love into existence. It sure was a time! It's Ruby Sparks! Hope you enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 70 - Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets
December 29, 2021 13:00 - 42 minutes - 58.7 MBThis week, we tackled a sci-fi movie based on a comic series that has been running for more than 50 years! It's Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets! Hope you enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 69 - The Santa Clause
December 22, 2021 13:00 - 55 minutes - 76.4 MBFor our holiday episode this year, we talked about a movie that we've been talking about talking about for years! It's The Santa Clause! Hope you enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 68 - DCOMber
December 15, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 83 MBThis week, we looked at three different eras of Disney Channel Original Movies. We start with the 90s by talking about The Thirteenth Year, and then move into the early 2000s with Camp Rock, before ending with the 2010s and The Descendants. Hope you enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 67 - Bright
December 08, 2021 13:00 - 51 minutes - 71 MBThis week, we tackled another urban fantasy movie, but this one is a whole lot grittier and has Will Smith in it! It's Bright! Hope you enjoy! Be sure to follow us on social media: @ViterMedia Check out our other products: https://www.vitermedia.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 66 - Highlander
December 01, 2021 13:00 - 39 minutes - 53.9 MBThis week, things got weird. We talked about another weird futuristic sci-fi movie. BUT, this one has Sean Connery in it, so that's a win, right? It's Highlander! Hope you enjoy! Special thanks to our guest: Graham Parker! Be sure to follow us on social media: @ViterMedia You want merch? Follow this link: https://www.vitermedia.com/merch Check out Graham's Podcast, Grisly History: https://www.grislyhistory.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 65 - Knives Out
November 24, 2021 13:00 - 56 minutes - 78.3 MBThis week, we solve a murder! Well not really, but we talk about the solving of a murder in Rian Johnson's 2019 smash hit: Knives Out. Full of mystery and intrigue, this whodunnit is one for the ages. Hope you enjoy! Special thanks to our guest: Brandon Reavis! Be sure to follow us on social media: @ViterMedia You want merch? Follow this link: https://www.vitermedia.com/merch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 64 - Tank Girl
November 17, 2021 13:00 - 31 minutes - 43.7 MBThis week, we talked about a comic book movie that you probably haven't heard of! It's about a dystopian future, which you know we love! It's Tank Girl! Be sure to follow us on social media: @ViterMedia You want merch? Follow this link: https://www.vitermedia.com/merch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 63 - Lady Bird
November 10, 2021 13:00 - 49 minutes - 68.3 MBThis week, we jump into Greta Gerwig's solo directorial debut Lady Bird with a star-studded cast! It also happens to be on the favorites list of one of the boys. Hope you enjoy! Be sure to follow us on social media: @ViterMedia You want merch? Follow this link: https://www.vitermedia.com/merch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 62 - FM
November 03, 2021 18:19 - 40 minutes - 55.2 MBThis week, we watched what can loosely be called a movie about the radio business. It's FM! A film that is really just an ad for a Top 40 album from the 60s. Hope you enjoy! Be sure to follow us on social media: @ViterMedia You want merch? Follow this link: https://www.vitermedia.com/merch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 61 - Jason X
October 27, 2021 12:00 - 46 minutes - 63.4 MBWe wrap up Setting the Scream this year with one of the weirdest films of the three major horror franchises. We talked about the ever bizarre Jason X! Hope you enjoy! Be sure to follow us on social media: @ViterMedia You want merch? Follow this link: https://www.vitermedia.com/merch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 60 - Doctor Sleep
October 20, 2021 12:00 - 56 minutes - 78.1 MBThis week, we talked about a film about a novel written by Stephen King that has to do with a hotel (at least sort of). It's not the Shining, but it's really close! It's Doctor Sleep! Hope you enjoy! Be sure to follow us on social media: @ViterMedia You want merch? Follow this link: https://www.vitermedia.com/merch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 59 - Host
October 13, 2021 12:00 - 39 minutes - 54.2 MBThis week, we hopped on Zoom to watch a movie made on Zoom that's about a horror movie that takes place on a Zoom call. That's a whole lot of Zoom! It must be Host! Hope you enjoy! Be sure to follow us on social media: @ViterMedia You want merch? Follow this link: https://www.vitermedia.com/merch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 58 - The Exorcist
October 06, 2021 12:00 - 52 minutes - 71.5 MBWe start off Setting the Scream in proper this week with a horror movie that some consider the greatest one to ever exist! It's The Exorcist. Hope you enjoy! Be sure to follow us on social media: @ViterMedia You want merch? Follow this link: https://www.vitermedia.com/merch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 57 - Jennifer's Body
September 29, 2021 12:00 - 55 minutes - 76.6 MBWe're getting Setting the Scream off to an early start this year by talking about succubi! This week, it's Jennifer's Body! Thank you to our special guest: Taylor Frady! Hope you enjoy! Be sure to follow us on social media: @ViterMedia You want merch? Follow this link: https://www.vitermedia.com/merch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.