WEAK and on FLEEK Podcast
170 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 7 ratingsListen as our intrepid hosts tackle different films and pick the cream of the crop from the sludge and the slop. Katrina and Richard look at film series, genres, and actors to determine which film is On Fleek and which is Weak, basically highlighting the lowest and highest points in the selection of films. Wanting to tackle a series of movies but don’t want to watch the bad stuff? We can help! Looking to prove to a friend why you think one film rises above the rest? We might back your opinion up! Maybe. Give us a listen and feel free to reach out with comments, suggestions, or just to say hi. You can contact us directly at [email protected]!
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Michelle Yeoh Films
April 24, 2024 10:00 - 36 minutes - 24.3 MBMichelle Yeoh’s first film was in 1984 so we’re going to commemorate the 40th anniversary of her cinematic acting career by discussing this talented, powerful, and inspiring actress. From supporting roles to front and center lead parts, Yeoh always leaves a memorable impression. Join us as we bond over our admiration for this cinematic icon.
Jumanji
April 17, 2024 20:32 - 27 minutes - 17.7 MBRoll the dice with care and blow on the game cartridge before you turn it on because we’re off to Jumanji (or JumAAnji if you’re impersonating Danny Devito). As we chart our course on this (loose) trilogy of films we discuss the merits of each but in the end there can only be one Fleek. Tune in to find out which movie finishes the game and which eats cake.
Poirot Trilogy
April 10, 2024 10:00 - 27 minutes - 17.5 MBIt won’t take many of your little grey cells to see that we are weaking and fleeking the most famous Belgian detective of all time, Hercule Poirot. Join us as Poirot travels to far off places and solves murderous cases.
Coming Soon: Season 9
April 06, 2024 16:20 - 3 minutes - 3.31 MBWe are super excited about this season. Have a listen and join us soon as we release the weekly episodes!
Video Version: 2023 - Year in Review
January 01, 2024 05:26 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MBWeak and on Fleek's seasons 7 and 8 brought us new and interesting films. We chat about them and share what we are looking forward to in 2024.
2023 - Year in Review
January 01, 2024 05:23 - 39 minutes - 25 MBWeak and on Fleek's seasons 7 and 8 brought us new and interesting films. We chat about them and share what we are looking forward to in 2024.
Escape from Reality Films
November 29, 2023 11:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBHave you ever wondered what it would be like to live in a different reality? A reality where you are the star of a TV show, or where you can manipulate dreams, or where you can cross into a magical realm, or where you are a video game character? Join us as we discuss the best and worst of four films: The Truman Show, Inception, Stardust, and Free Guy. We'll talk about the plot, the characters, the visuals, and the messages of these films, and how they make us feel. Whether you are looking fo...
Female Led Thrillers
November 22, 2023 11:00 - 31 minutes - 20.9 MBHow much wood could a woodchuck chuck If a woodchuck could chuck wood? As much wood as a woodchuck could chuck, If a woodchuck could chuck wood. Slightly lesser known tongue twister... How many people can a female led thriller thrill, if a female led thriller could thrill? As many thrills as a female led thriller could thrill people if female led thrillers could thrill. Did you get that? Yea. This time, we didn't either.
Black Adam vs. Shazam!
November 15, 2023 11:00 - 22 minutes - 14.6 MBThe DCU has denied us the right to see this showdown so Weak and on Fleek will give it to you. Listen as we put Shazam against Black Adam and discover who will triumph. Will the teenager turned handsome hero or the slightly less buff The Rock turned into the Full Rock? Find out!
Godzilla Films
November 08, 2023 11:00 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MBThe mighty Gojira reminds us why he (or she) is King of the Monsters. From the highs of his cinematic debut and the lows of this titan eating tuna in Times Square, we look at the enduring power of Gojira.
Paranormal Films
October 31, 2023 10:15 - 35 minutes - 23.3 MBWhen things go bump in the night, these movies bump back! Just in time for Halloween we see what it takes to overcome darkness and death in these 4 films.
Films Based on Games - bonus round
October 25, 2023 10:30 - 19 minutes - 15.6 MBExtra life, bonus round, free spin...choose your phrase...we have more to discuss.
Films Based on Games
October 24, 2023 23:45 - 35 minutes - 23 MBKatrina and Rich are on a RAMPAGE as they weigh in on the weak and fleek of this bunch. They brave the DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS amongst this UNCHARTED game movie terrain STREET FIGHTING all the way. Many fatalities. It is MORTAL KOMBAT, am I right? It's bloody WARCRAFT and we work by the ASSASSIN’S CREED. Will the movie ranking mavens make it out alive? Will the unsuspecting films survive their deadly assault? Sit down in your gaming chair and tune in to find out.
Adventures of the Elderly Bonus
October 18, 2023 22:11 - 18 minutes - 15.1 MBThe show must go on for these legendary thespians!
Adventures of the Elderly
October 18, 2023 02:31 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBAbsolute acting legends team up and show out in these five fun films. Can the actors' tenacity outshine the tenuous in this film set? This one was quite an adventure, join us!
Worst Bond Films
October 11, 2023 10:00 - 35 minutes - 23.9 MBThere are some of Bond films that leave people stirred, not shaken. WikiRich gets to show off his extensive knowledge of 007. Moore, Dalton, Craig, Brosnan, Connery, but no Lazenby. Katrina's boyfriend list gets an update. Which Bond is her best?
Laura Dern Films
October 01, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutes - 21.8 MBBaseball, hotdogs, apple pie and...Laura Dern? Join us as this American treasure gets her own Weak and on Fleek deep dive. Will Rich and Katrina agree on which of her honest acting portrayals is weak and which is on fleek?
Laura Dern Films Bonus
October 01, 2023 10:00 - 17 minutes - 14.4 MBWe have more to say about this talented actress!
Seven Samurai + Remakes
September 27, 2023 10:30 - 39 minutes - 26.3 MBDenzel vs Yul, Pratt vs McQueen, Samurai vs Bugs. As we look at the power of the Seven Samurai story and its remakes Katrina and Richard explore Japanese language, star power, bug comedy, cultural influences, and the wisdom of insulting John Williams (sorry John).
Last Samurai + Remakes
September 27, 2023 10:30 - 39 minutes - 26.3 MBDenzel vs Yul, Pratt vs McQueen, Samurai vs Bugs. As we look at the power of the Seven Samurai story and its remakes Katrina and Richard explore Japanese language, star power, bug comedy, cultural influences, and the wisdom of insulting John Williams (sorry John).
Morgan Freeman Films Bonus
September 20, 2023 10:33 - 20 minutes - 16.5 MB...and our adoration for Morgran Freeman continues.
Morgan Freeman Films
September 20, 2023 10:30 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MBFor over 60 years, one voice has been more prolific in Hollywood than any other, William Shatner. But we’re going to talk about Morgan Freeman instead. Listen as we discuss 7 films starring this “performance enhancing performer” in all his gravitas and grace. Breathe in the Star power dust and listen to us explore the Weak and the Fleek.
Sonic vs. Mario
September 13, 2023 10:00 - 23 minutes - 15.4 MBWhen it comes to Mario vs. Sonic does it really just come down to Jack Black vs. Jim Carrey vs. Dennis Hopper? Will we fall for the bonkers de-evolving power of 90’s Mario or the sweet lull of “Peaches”? Will we even care at all? Probably. Listen and find out!
Who's the Best Batman?
September 06, 2023 22:36 - 24 minutes - 16.4 MBWelcome back to Weak and on Fleek! In this season 8 opener, we're laying aside our usual format for a thoughtful, brooding Bruce Wayne style deep dive. Who is the best Batman? We'll send out the bat signal and see who shows up. It's...It's...Hayden Christensen? May the bat mobile be with you.
Parody Films
May 24, 2023 10:09 - 29 minutes - 19 MB"Like a surgeon" Rich and Katrina adeptly go about hacking into the five parody paragons of Hot Shots, Space balls, Monty Python, Airplane and Weird. "Tis but a scratch," Rich says when Katrina metaphorically nicks him. She then sympathetically offers, "May the Schwartz be with you." The producers both roll their eyes whispering off camera, "Surely you can't be serious? Another Star Wars reference?" "I am serious. And don't call me Shirley."
Women Scorned Comedies
May 17, 2023 10:00 - 23 minutes - 15.3 MBHell hath no fury like Richard and Katrina debating the cliche to the whimsy from these women scorned: Meg Ryan, Roseanne Barr, Goldie Hawn, Diane Keaton, Bette Midler, Stockard Channing, Leslie Mann, Cameron Diaz, Lily Tomlin, Jane Fonda, and Dolly Parton.
Sports 'Feel Good' Films
May 10, 2023 18:13 - 35 minutes - 23 MBBat, kick, throw, block...SCORE! What can be more thrilling than a film about a sports match? How about a sports match film about an underdog? How about a sports match film about an underdog that is based on a true story? How about a match between Richard and Katrina featuring sports films with an underdog based on a true story?
Bonus - Martial Arts Greats: Chan, Li, Lee, Norris
May 04, 2023 10:00 - 18 minutes - 14.6 MBThey keep coming back.
Martial Arts Greats: Chan, Li, Lee, Norris
May 03, 2023 10:00 - 44 minutes - 29.9 MBBruce Lee, Jackie Chan, Jet Li, Chuck Norris. Rich and Katrina match these martial arts movie mavens to measure mediocrity and magnificence.
Female Musical Biopics
April 26, 2023 10:00 - 29 minutes - 19 MBJudy, Aretha, Selena, and Whitney: We're DREAMING OF YOU. We RESPECT you. After all, music is one of our GREATEST LOVEs OF ALL! You're all OVER THE RAINBOW now, but wow, do your legacies live on! Join us as we celebrate these four remarkable women and weak and on fleek their biopics.
80's Fantasy Films - Take 2
April 19, 2023 10:00 - 37 minutes - 24.8 MBIsn't it crazy how the 80's are back in style? One visit to the fantasy realm of the 1980’s wasn’t enough for us! Due to several requests, we revisit this magical era to rewatch some old favorites and find out which is worthy.
Ron Howard Directed Films
April 12, 2023 08:57 - 37 minutes - 24.4 MB"It was always my dream to be a director. A lot of it had to do with controlling my own destiny, because as a young actor you feel at everyone's disposal. But I wanted to become a leader in the business." - Ron Howard
Road Trip Films
April 05, 2023 12:00 - 31 minutes - 20.6 MBIt's spring break season! Come along with us as we take a trip alongside these eclectic road trip-centric films.
Pirates of the Caribbean
March 29, 2023 10:00 - 38 minutes - 24.9 MB"We pillage, we plunder, we rifle and loot" but only on the weekends. It took them seven seasons but Katrina and Rich are finally taking on the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise. Does it sink like "The Flying Dutchman" or does it cause our hosts to join in the famed Disney sea shanty, "Yo ho yo ho a pirates life for me?"
Julia Roberts Films
March 22, 2023 10:00 - 35 minutes - 23.3 MBWhat makes a hollywood star? Phenomenal acting chops? Presence? That "je ne sais quoi" X-factor? In Julia Roberts' case, she's got it all plus a nearly four decade long career and over 30 acting awards. Can Rich and Katrina synthesize her career and do it justice? Je ne sais pas.
Technical Oscar Award Winners
March 15, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes - 20 MBOne of these things just doesn't belong here. Which one of our technical Oscar champions is destined for our highest honor and which ones do we want to run (or fly) away from?
Special Effect Award Winners
March 08, 2023 11:00 - 32 minutes - 21 MBRolling out the red carpet for our season 7 opener. Listen as we deliberate the weak and on fleek of these four "effect"ing Academy Award winners.
New Year's Eve Bonus
December 31, 2022 02:02 - 39 minutes - 26.3 MBTo quote the Riddler in 1995's Batman Forever, "Too many questions."
First Films Bonus
December 14, 2022 20:00 - 33 minutes - 26.5 MB...we always have a hard time stopping!
First Films
December 14, 2022 01:17 - 34 minutes - 23 MB...and the last shall be first, and the first shall be last...Season 6 is a wrap!
Whodunnit Mystery Films Bonus
December 02, 2022 00:57 - 23 minutes - 18.9 MBWe've got more to say...
Whodunnit Mystery Films
December 01, 2022 00:40 - 23 minutes - 15.5 MBLead pipe, revolver, heights, fake dark magic, poison, there are all kinds of ways to “help” someone kick the bucket. Listen as we examine these whodunnit mystery films and determine whodunnit the best.
Season 6 Promo Two
November 25, 2022 19:16 - 40 seconds - 839 KBHere's a peak into some fun moments of this season.