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326. I'll Show You Mine If You Show Me Yours: Movies You Love To Hate
October 12, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 106 MBMaggie and Adam dig deep and muster a couple of films that they love to hate and explain why they deserve such vitriol. Do you agree or do you love the films they love to hate? Or rather, do you hate that they love to hate them? Wait, do you hate-love, no. That’s not it. Jeepers, you got it the first time. Listen in and find out what the films are! Adam’s is Signs! Dag, I screwed up again. Topic brought to you by the Show Me Yours Producers patreon tier. If you want to vote for ISYMIYSMY top...
325. Frame Rate: Anomalisa (Feat. Brooks Brown)
October 09, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 123 MBBrooks returns to discuss Charlie Kaufman’s second film as a director: “Anomalisa.” The gang tries to decipher its thesis and stacks it up against his other work. There’s a lot to love in this film: the voice acting, the stop-motion, and the production design, but all take a back seat to the story and meaning of the film. Does it work? Did you enjoy watching it? Is Abe an absolute snob? Everyone: thank Zac Schwartz for bringing this to your ears. Or if you hated it, scold him! Features:...
324. 1Upsmanship: Ghost of Tsushima (Feat. Zachary Ryan)
October 07, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 102 MBMichael and Adam are joined by IGN’s Zach Ryan and tackle the moral implications, grind, and narrative of Sucker Punch’s Ghost of Tsushima. The group discusses genre as a whole and the combination of inspirations that made the game. Also, uncle-fathers. They talk a bit about uncle-fathers. Zachary Ryan: https://twitter.com/ZachariusD Michael Swaim: https://twitter.com/SWAIM_CORP Adam Ganser: https://twitter.com/therealganz Support Small Beans and access Additional Content: https://www.patre...
325. BOLD - The Election Special
October 05, 2020 15:41 - 1 hour - 111 MBBOLD is a podcast about race and justice in America, and a collaboration between Small Beans and Showing Up For Racial Justice, produced by White People 4 Black Lives. In this special Election Update, co-hosts Dahlia Ferlito and Ivette Alé discuss the impending vote, voter suppression, and how to make your voice heard in modern America. Main Theme by Rachael Cantu and Melantopia. Art by Michael Vincent Bramley. Email the show! [email protected] USEFUL LINKS in the episode's s...
323. Directorpiece Theatre: How Ace Ventura Was Built By Supporting Roles
September 28, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 122 MBThe casting of Ace Ventura was essential in building the insane rules and tone of the world, and while Jim Carrey is why the film worked, folks may overlook how the casting of everyone else was equally important. Adam elucidates how this was accomplished and what roles were key in the development of a narrative where the audience wouldn’t think about the fact that the main character is an absolute maniac. “Do go in here (the episode).” That’s the quote, right? We all remember that famous quot...
322. Rough Stuff: Missy and David Greenberg (Bridgett’s Parents)
September 25, 2020 13:00 - 28 minutes - 38.9 MBYou read that right. It’s time to hear the rough stuff from the parents of your own Rough Stuff co-host, Bridgett Greenberg! Sarah takes over the podcast and has a little chat with Missy and David about their little bundle of joy. What could possibly go wrong? We reached out for a quote from the Small Beans management and they responded: “we didn’t ask them to do this.” Frankly, we’re all better off not caring about what management says. Suck it, management! Rough Stuff: https://twitter.com/...
319. I'll Show You Mine If You Show Me Yours: Sexual Awakening Films
September 23, 2020 19:41 - 1 hour - 111 MBWhat films contributed to your sexual awakening? What film did you exclaim loudly to yourself, “Oh, dear. Oh, yes,” and clutch your pearls? Maggie and Adam discuss their love of pills, mask-donning crusaders, and slippery, greasy Kevin Costner. Listen at your own peril… or arousal. Topic brought to you by the Show Me Yours Producers patreon tier. If you want to vote for ISYMIYSMY topics, move on over to our tiers section and check out the Show Me Yours Producer tier. Adam Ganser: https://...
321. Kings of King: The Dead Zone
September 21, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 96.5 MBCronenberg and Walken. What can go wrong? Michael and Abe take a look at the story of a man who resurfaces from his coma only to find that he has psychic powers. He saves kids, solves crimes, and prevents nuclear war. The boys also discuss what makes for a good Stephen King premise and whether or not The Dead Zone is up to snuff. Features: Michael Swaim: https://twitter.com/SWAIM_CORP Abe Epperson: https://twitter.com/AbeTheMighty Support Small Beans and access Additional Content: https://...
320. Frame Rate: Mean Girls (Feat. Bridgett Greenberg)
September 18, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 94.5 MBBridgett Greenberg arrives on the scene to give us the perspective of being in high school during its premiere. Its impact on comedy and adolescents are undeniable. The gang talks about how it influenced their comedy, timing, and editing. What’s the structure of this movie? How does Tina Fey’s screenplay work? Is it an homage to teen movies or just a series of sketches? Bridgett points out exactly what it is. Everyone: thank John and Laura for generously donating toward this episode. Present...
318. Frame Rate: The Thing (1982) (Feat. Cody Johnston)
September 11, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 113 MBCody Johnston of Some More News pops in to tell us his thoughts about John Carpenter’s The Thing. The director regards this as his favorite of his films. It did terribly at the box office, but has since become a cult film, generating video games and board games in its image. Abe tries to explain why it’s his favorite horror film. The others see his point, but I don’t know, it’s good, but best? They talk, you decide! Everyone thank Robot Crank for generously donating toward this episode. We l...
316. 1Upsmanship: Limbo & Inside (Feat. Daniel Vincent Gordh)
September 09, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 90.3 MBNew episode! New logo! All credit goes to Michael Vincent Bramley, our artist bean. Adam and Michael are joined by fellow actor, writer, and longtime bean: Daniel Vincent Gordh. This time they discuss TWO titles from the developer Playdead. It’s a double feature! The simplicity and efficiency of these games push the visual concepts to the forefront. Beautifully animated and designed, both games feature ambiguous plots and endings. Does this affect the enjoyment of the game? Can our 1uppers...
317. Tales from the Pit: Your Mileage May Vary (Feat. Jason Pargin and Jordan Breeding)
September 07, 2020 13:00 - 2 hours - 170 MBThe pit returns with a special episode. Michael speaks to Jason Pargin, former executive editor of Cracked.com and the current head of video, Jordan Breeding, about self-worth and career success. This conversation was partially inspired by Jason Pargin’s recent video regarding making yourself valuable (https://youtu.be/wFBr685TjNs). When you’ve found yourself a value to others and you still haven’t reached the success you feel you’ve earned, what is the healthy way to proceed? Jason Pargin: ...
315. Directorpiece Theatre: How Patriot Games Ignores Its Own Rules
August 31, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 123 MBCIA analyst Jack Ryan has become a multi-decade obsession. It keeps being remade. Adam argues that the rules set up by Patriot Games are not feeding the political drama we have come to expect. It’s actually designed to be a family drama, something its successors fail to grasp. Features: Adam Ganser: https://twitter.com/therealganz Abe Epperson: https://twitter.com/AbeTheMighty Support Small Beans and access Additional Content: https://www.patreon.com/SmallBeans
314. The Cast and the Curious: Fast & Furious 6
August 28, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 92.7 MBWe’ve begun lap six of nine. Real quick: name Gina Carano’s character in this movie. Bridgett knows! Sarah does not! While she continues to stan Han and Gisele, we still have to address that the number of characters in these films is getting ridiculous. Let’s break down what makes this installment of the franchise the fastest and most furious so far. Hint: it’s the last 30 minutes of this movie. Features: Sarah Griffith: https://twitter.com/sk_griffith Bridgett Greenberg: https://twitter.co...
313. Frame Rate: White Snake
August 25, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 101 MBIf Pixar made a Chinese fable 6 years ago, it’d look a lot like this 2019 Chinese and American co-production. This most recent Pick the Flick takes us to the world of demons, humans, and utterly terrified dogs. Michael and Abe discuss the unique aspects of making an international kids film and how filmmakers will often water down narrative and character for a wider audience. Everyone thank minefreak555 for generously donating toward this episode. We love you, minefreak555. Features: Mich...
312. Rough Stuff: Teresa Lee’s Teenage Crush Game
August 21, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 93.6 MB“The more I try, the harder it seems / But you’ve turned around, blocked me out, / deliberately trying to bloody my back / Falsely sweet words, masking your soul, / I’m trying to get past this. / Plastering on a fake plastic smile when all I want is to break down and cry.” - Teresa Lee, teenage poet. Bridgett and Sarah stare unblinkingly into the void of teenage crush strategies, angelfire webpages, Sadie Hawkins dances, and Teresa is our guide. And frankly, the poem is off the chain. Like ...
308. I'll Show You Mine If You Show Me Yours: Favorite Underdog Movie
August 19, 2020 14:48 - 1 hour - 160 MBWhat is charming about an underdog? What do movies do to make us love a good underdog story? Adam has an answer that’s pure jazz. Maggie has an answer that’s all style. This episode looks at the films Whiplash and Fantastic Mr. Fox. Adam Ganser: https://twitter.com/therealganz Maggie Mae Fish: https://twitter.com/MaggieMaeFish Support Small Beans and access Additional Content: https://www.patreon.com/SmallBeans
311. Kings of King: Stephen King’s It (1990)
August 17, 2020 13:42 - 1 hour - 127 MBThis one takes us to the unfortunate year of 1990 and the world of made-for-TV movies as Michael and Abe tackle the 3-hour two-part miniseries “It.” The king beans haven’t gotten to check in with each other for a while and this episode starts with a selfish catching up of each others’ lives and reminiscing about our past. Just like It, except for the bludgeoning and ripping asunder of a trans-universal spider and the coming-of-age orgies. Let’s see where they stack this one in the films revie...
310. Frame Rate: The House of Yes
August 14, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 86.7 MBA new Frame Rate logo! Holy wow! Michael Vincent Bramley, our very own MVB has updated our logo and we think it’s the beans! This Parker Posey vehicle was widely unseen by everyone. Let’s let Abe and Michael determine if that was a shame. In any case, it’s available for streaming and is the only incestuous Jackie O drama/thriller that came out in 1997. Even if you don’t listen, if you like Parker Posey and have never heard of this film, go check it out. She’s fantastic. Everyone thank Zac ...
306. Directorpiece Theatre: Framing Demolition Man’s Two Worlds
August 12, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 132 MBAbe sets out to convince Adam that Demolition Man’s direction is sneaky complex, albeit flawed. Looking at camera, lighting, and production design, the past and the present are at odds in the film which begs the question: based on its own system of design who is the true hero of Demolition Man? Features: Adam Ganser: https://twitter.com/therealganz Abe Epperson: https://twitter.com/AbeTheMighty Support Small Beans and access Additional Content: https://www.patreon.com/SmallBeans
309. Science or Whatever: Isaac Newton in Quarantine
August 10, 2020 13:00 - 56 minutes - 77.2 MBBetcha didn’t expect a brand-spankin' new podcast! This one takes us to the wonderful world of the physical. Science! Or whatever. Michael Swaim interviews actual scientist/engineer and lifelong friend, Griffin Rowell every episode about a topic that Griffin has researched and found does not get enough press. This episode takes us to 1666 and the “wonderful year” of Newton. Oh hey, he did all these things in quarantine. So listen and immediately feel like you’ve been squandering your stay-at...
307. I'll Show You Mine If You Show Me Yours: Hidden Gem Movies
August 06, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 98.3 MBMaggie’s Hidden Gem film is a fictional documentary. Adam’s choice is an Australian crime drama. Let’s all soak in their effervescence and hear their appeals as to why both of these films need to be in your library. Maggie got two cats! Topic brought to you by the Show You Yours Producers patreon tier. Features: Adam Ganser: https://twitter.com/therealganz Maggie Mae Fish: https://twitter.com/MaggieMaeFish Support Small Beans and access Additional Content: https://www.patreon.com/SmallBeans
305. 1Upsmanship: Bioshock
July 31, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 95.4 MBNo Gods or Kings. Only Beans. The 1Ups beans have returned to dissect the 2007 GOTY Bioshock. Let’s get into the story of the franchise and the Half-Life-esque game mechanics and determine for once and for all if it is kept or deleted. Michael Swaim: https://twitter.com/SWAIM_CORP Adam Ganser: https://twitter.com/therealganz Support Small Beans and access Additional Content: https://www.patreon.com/SmallBeans
302. Directorpiece Theater: Doctor Strange, The Spiderverse, & White Supremacy (Feat. Michael Swaim)
July 29, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 129 MBMichael Swaim stops by with a possible interpretation of Marvel’s Doctor Strange, a film with early publicity regarding the whitewashing of Asian roles in the film. As Michael points out that Stephen Strange's and the Sorcerer Supreme's initials are SS, Strange uses a whip, he’s against the progress of time, and his main enemy is called “The Dark One.” Oh, dear. Oh, shucks. This is looking real bad, real fast. Features: Michael Swaim: https://twitter.com/SWAIM_CORP Adam Ganser: https://twitt...
302. Directorpiece Theater: Doctor Strange & the Case of the White Supremacy
July 29, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 129 MBMichael Swaim stops by with a possible interpretation of Marvel’s Doctor Strange, a film with early publicity regarding the whitewashing of Asian roles in the film. As Michael points out that Stephen Strange's and the Sorcerer Supreme's initials are SS, Strange uses a whip, he’s against the progress of time, and his main enemy is called “The Dark One.” Oh, dear. Oh, shucks. This is looking real bad, real fast. Features: Michael Swaim: https://twitter.com/SWAIM_CORP Adam Ganser: https://twitt...
304. Frame Rate: Fantastic Planet (Feat. David Christopher Bell)
July 27, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 90.7 MBMichael, Abe, and Dave are entranced by the 1973 animated French-Czechoslovakian film Fantastic Planet and its sci-fi, psychedelic landscapes. They deconstruct the larger metaphor of the film and stare into its general weirdness. It’s in the Criterion Collection, so it must be important! Everyone thank minefreak555 for generously donating toward this episode. We love you, you freak of mine. Features: David Christopher Bell: https://twitter.com/MovieHooligan Michael Swaim: https://twitter.c...
303. Rough Stuff: Chandler Dean & Carolina Treviño
July 24, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 97.3 MBThrough the miraculous technology of wifi, Sarah and Bridgett bring their friends from the distant land of New York City, New York. Do you have what it takes to listen to four people sharing their past awkwardnesses? This one digs deep into the origin of Chandler and Carolina’s tale: the High School for Performing and Visual Arts in Houston, Texas. Pornography, discussing oral sex with the boys, the best boob joke in a movie? Checks all around, baby! Features: Uncertified Fresh Podcast: http...
298. I'll Show You Mine If You Show Me Yours: Crush Playlist
July 22, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 121 MBThis episode Maggie and Adam make a playlist. Here’s the rules: each host will suggest six songs, be able to veto two songs, and a “catapult” round where they each get to unilaterally add one song to the playlist. The topic of the playlist is Old Crushes. The hope is that the collection of songs will serve as a Frankenstein’s monster of Adam and Maggie’s past partners. Here’s the spotify playlist so you can play along: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7xT7QVP2ANRz2GdvgoZUAu?si=pAEQRLL6Rlm4y...
301. The Cast and the Curious: Fast Five
July 18, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 86.2 MBSarah and Bridgett have arrived at the raison d'etre of the F&F universe: Fast Five. Sarah is officially acclimated to what the series is about as a whole. As the filmmakers retool and refine their art, this description writer feels that our hosts have done the same to their very own podcast. Sarah approves of Han and Gisele ill-fated hook up while Bridgett reminds her of what everyone’s names are. Features: Sarah Griffith: https://twitter.com/sk_griffith Bridgett Greenberg: https://twitter....
297. Directorpiece Theatre: The Mask of Zorro and the Old Hollywood Studio Film
July 15, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 120 MBAdam shines some light on how 1998’s Mask of Zorro represented the end of an era. 1999 was a big year for CG and with it came a whole new paradigm for how Hollywood created blockbusters. Abe is there as well. Features: Adam Ganser: https://twitter.com/therealganz Abe Epperson: https://twitter.com/AbeTheMighty Support Small Beans and access Additional Content: https://www.patreon.com/SmallBeans
300. Kings of King: Stand By Me
July 14, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 110 MBThe Kings return to discuss the symbology of the coming of age classic Stand By Me. The simple story is at its best when it builds the atmosphere of that small window between childhood and adolescence. For the best podcast experience, find a dead body to look upon while you listen. Features: Michael Swaim: https://twitter.com/SWAIM_CORP Abe Epperson: https://twitter.com/AbeTheMighty Support Small Beans and access Additional Content: https://www.patreon.com/SmallBeans
299. 1Upsmanship: The Last of Us Part II (Feat. Tina Amini)
July 10, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 126 MBThe 1Ups beans are joined by new beanie, Tina Amini, IGN’s editor-in-chief to discuss TLOU2, the most talked about game of the summer thus far. How did Naughty Dog do? Is the game a worthy follow up to one of the best games of all time? What the hell is up with the internet’s reaction to this game? Contains heavy spoilers. Tina Amini: https://twitter.com/TinaAmini Michael Swaim: https://twitter.com/SWAIM_CORP Adam Ganser: https://twitter.com/therealganz Support Small Beans and access Addit...
296. Frame Rate: Attack The Block (Feat. Adam Ganser)
July 03, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 93 MBThe bruvs take some time to chat about the film that launched John Boyega’s career, the 2011 sci-fi adventure film, Attack The Block. Abe argues there’s more political symbology at play than most assume. Adam and Michael determine for themselves if this is a sneakily smart cult film or just a slightly updated, more adult version of Goonies. Make your own mind up, beans! Features: Adam Ganser: https://twitter.com/therealganz Michael Swaim: https://twitter.com/SWAIM_CORP Abe Epperson: https://...
295. I'll Show You Mine If You Show Me Yours: The "Is This A Date?" Movie
June 30, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 136 MBSo, there's a litmus test and we've probably all manufactured it as a test or have been unwittingly tested by someone at some point. There's a handful of films specific to you that you put on that really throws the romantic gauntlet down. Adam and Maggie wax poetic about their "Is This A Date?" movies. How'd they do? Will you date us? Please? I'm just going to spoil right now that Maggie's pick is "Let The Right One In" so chew on that, you teenage vampires. In one of your earth weeks (July...
295. Rough Stuff: Colin McLaughlin
June 27, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 89.9 MBTake a moment, theater kids, and breathe. This one is going to hit home for most schoolchildren who witnessed the problematic school plays we all had sit through. And for those of you who were in said plays, here's a tale that will make everyone feel uncomfortable from the one and only Colin McLaughlin. Bridgett and Sarah do as they always do: staring unblinkingly into the abyss that is self-torture and laugh like two maniacs who need their fix. Features: Sarah Griffith: https://twitter.com/...
294. Frame Rate: Under The Skin (Feat. Brooks Brown)
June 22, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 92.2 MBThe 2014 film Under The Skin is not for everyone. It's dark, meditative, brutal, and terrifying. There are some shocking shots, but it's not your typical horror film. Michael and Abe sit down with Brooks Brown to discuss how Jonathan Glazer and Scarlett Johansson pulled off this art film that's really about consent, celebrity, and the male gaze. This episode was produced by Martin, our monthly Flick Picker. If you want us to cover a specific film, pledge to our Pick the Flick tier found her...
293. Directorpiece Theatre - Clueless: Self-Identity and Subculture
June 19, 2020 13:00 - 2 hours - 165 MBAbe presents the case that while 1995's Clueless has flaws, its insistence on inclusive art forms and mundane art is actually a fantastic message for teens in the 1990's and the film displays a more diverse culture snapshot than most genre films of the era. Adam and Abe debate its value and merit as a satire. Features: Adam Ganser: https://twitter.com/therealganz Abe Epperson: https://twitter.com/AbeTheMighty Support Small Beans and access Additional Content: https://www.patreon.com/SmallBeans
292. Kings of King: Dreamcatcher
June 15, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 87.6 MBMichael and Abe discuss what's going on with this movie. Why did it flop so hard? Does it deserve the hate? Who said yes to Morgan Freeman's eyebrows? Like so many horrifying ass worms, there's plenty of unpack in this episode. Features: Michael Swaim: https://twitter.com/SWAIM_CORP Abe Epperson: https://twitter.com/AbeTheMighty Support Small Beans and access Additional Content: https://www.patreon.com/SmallBeans
291. The Cast and the Curious: Fast & Furious
June 12, 2020 13:00 - 48 minutes - 66.7 MBSarah and Bridgett review the fourth installment of the FFF (Fast and Furious Franchise). Sarah starts by nailing the play-by-play of the series up to this point. This film makes two things clear. The series is now about superheroes and sexy ladies. Our hosts talk about the nature of the Feds in this series and an initial misstep of pivoting to gratuitous licking of toes in your car movie. Join them by watching the film and feeling shame about it? I think it's shame? Is shame the right word? ...
290. 1Upsmanship: Xbox vs. Playstation 2
June 08, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 113 MBWhoa, what an episode. Michael and Adam make the cases for the cases that hold our gaming history. Let's examine the culture, the economics, the hardware, and the games through the lens of two very different gamers defending what made the system's special. Unfortunately, once they complete the segment "Keep or Delete" most of us will have to erase half of our formative gaming memories. Michael Swaim: https://twitter.com/SWAIM_CORP Adam Ganser: https://twitter.com/therealganz Support Small ...
289. I'll Show You Mine If You Show Me Yours: Show Me Your Badly-Aging High School Film
June 05, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 121 MBThe Show You's start off with a pretty thorough discussion of coffee but things take a turn when Maggie chooses House of Wax. I mean, that is utterly ridiculous and Maggie's the only person we know who could pull this answer off. Listen to the whole episode to hear Adam's choice along with some news about the future of this show and how you, the beans, can get involved! Adam Ganser: https://twitter.com/therealganz Maggie Mae Fish: https://twitter.com/MaggieMaeFish Support Small Beans and ac...
285. 1Upsmanship: Destiny 2 (Feat. Robert Brockway)
June 03, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 98.8 MBMichael and Adam sit down with ex-cracked alum Robert Brockway and pick up the sweet loot that is his opinion and critiques of Destiny 2. Adam is unapologetic about his love for this game. Can he brave the raid of Michael and Robert's opinions? Does Destiny 2 do a crappy job curating missions? Are video games better than huge orgies? You'll have to ask Michael's 72-year-old dad about that last one! Michael Swaim: https://twitter.com/SWAIM_CORP Adam Ganser: https://twitter.com/therealganz Ro...
288. Directorpiece Theatre: How Pragmatism Helped The Descent Achieve Artistic Success
June 01, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 105 MBAdam tells Abe to pull over because he's taking the wheel for an examination of the 2005 British adventure horror thriller movie, The Descent, written and directed by Neil Marshall. In this episode, Adam examines the production hurdles that a film of its budget must overcome and how Marshall expertly navigated tough creative decisions for the benefit of the movie as a whole. From lighting, creature make-up, to camera, it's your one-stop-shop for making a £3.5 million horror film. Features: A...
286. Frame Rate: Ex Machina (Feat. Tom Reimann)
May 25, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 93.5 MBWe don't even summarize the film this time. It's just three dudes talking about what it means to be human for about an hour. Tom Reimann from Gamefully Unemployed stops by to drop some knowledge. What does it mean to be sentient? What does it mean to be human? What does it mean to be a bean? This episode is all thanks to our Pick the Flick patron Zac Schwartz! Thank you Zac! We'd lock you in an impenetrable bunker any day! We love you! Features: Abe Epperson: https://twitter.com/AbeTheMig...
285. BOLD: Live Interview - Drugs, Race & Criminalization with Eunisses Hernandez
May 18, 2020 13:00 - 57 minutes - 79.5 MBBOLD is a podcast about race and justice in America, and a collaboration between Small Beans and Showing Up For Racial Justice, produced by White People 4 Black Lives. In the first of our three live interviews, our co-hosts Dahlia Ferlito and Ivette Alé talk with Eunisses Hernandez about her activism as a member of Just Leadership USA, which focuses on issues of drug criminalization and the intersection between race and incarceration in America. Featuring "Sage for my Soul," by Indigo Mat...
284. Kings of King: Misery
May 15, 2020 11:58 - 1 hour - 112 MBAlright, cockadoodies! The kings catalog their third entry of their deep dive into the Kingiverse. So get ready to get smothered and sedated like so many Paul Sheldons as they discuss fiddely-foof and its impact on the entire rooty-patootie genre. How does Misery hold up? How does Annie Wilkes stack up in the rare sub-genre of female horror villains? What academic approach does Abe take this time to justify his film degree? Features: Michael Swaim: https://twitter.com/SWAIM_CORP Abe Epperson...
283. Frame Rate: Clue (Feat. Daniel O'Brien)
May 11, 2020 14:59 - 1 hour - 126 MBDan's back! Everybody Dan's back! Go Crazy! Alright, calm down. It's murder most foul! A cacophony of crime! A Monty Python of ending retcons! The three guys talk about 1985's Clue and how(s) it holds up and hows it don't for an hour and a half. Abe tries to get them to dissect the jokes. They're all into Tim Curry and Martin Mull (spoilers). You'll have to listen to the episode to hear whether or not it was developed around Tim Curry or not and how his role was crafted. Also, the hosts kill ...
282. The Cast and the Curious: Tokyo Drift
May 08, 2020 12:27 - 1 hour - 85.4 MBThe third installment of our Fast and Furious deep dive comes with many epiphanies, like Sarah learning what drifting is. Both the hosts are pretty confident in their scoring of how fast this film is, but less so in if it's truly furious. Not a lot of violence in this one, as the franchise is starting to understand what it's broad appeal is and starts using more green screen. Sarah pitches Vin Diesel's semi-autographical short film "Multi-Facial" to us all. Available on Youtube! Features: Sa...
281. Directorpiece Theatre - Paranorman: The Failure of the American Tradition
May 04, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 126 MBParanorman is a movie from 2012 that sneakily deconstructs American traditionalism, suburbia, and consumerism. Abe is a film nerd who believes that film school dissections of children's animated films are a good use of ninety of your minutes. Let's get real though. That Jon Brion score, Laika's beautifully grotesque animation style, and some superb voice acting keeps this movie afloat. I don't care what Adam says, he doesn't write these descriptions. Chalk it up as a win, baby! Features: Ada...
280. Frame Rate: Devs
May 01, 2020 13:00 - 52 minutes - 71.5 MBSometimes we talk about TV too! This one is the new FX miniseries starring Nick Offerman and Allison Pill, written and directed by Alex Garland. It's no secret that Michael and Abe have been smitten so far by Garland's work, but does his recent attempt to break into the world of the small screen work? Figured this would be a great companion podcast with our other Frame Rate about Predestination that came out earlier this week. Michael wrote an intro song for y'all at the beginning of the epis...