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You're on crack, Mate

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A humorous, informal discussion on whatever takes our fancy each week - films, TV, books. You name it, we'll Wikipedia it

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You're On Crack Mate - Get Out

January 20, 2022 05:00 - 40 minutes - 43.5 MB

I am absolutely delighted to present the second episode of this season of You're On Crack Mate. This week, I cover Jordan Peele's Get Out, the 2017 social horror movie that depicts Chris Washington, played by Daniel Kaluuya, travelling to Upstate New York to meet his girlfriend Rose, played by Alison Williams, parents. Please consider becoming a patron of the podcast on Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/seanferrick Please follow the podcast over on Twitter: @YoureOnCrackPod Check the sou...

Candyman - You're On Crack Mate, Season 2, Episode 1

January 05, 2022 06:00 - 44 minutes - 49.4 MB

My friends, I am immensely proud to share this with you. This is the result of many, many pots of coffee, a lot of loving research, and a deep and burning interest in both film history, and literature. The sources for this episode are listed at the below link: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1612EhOf3KUzEEUXkMeIMgjjzqALk8697GcZTMWHyEMA/edit?usp=sharing Please consider becoming a patron by clicking this link: https://www.patreon.com/seanferrick Follow the Podcast on Twitter: @Youre...

Episode 74 - Star Trek Online With Adam Martin

December 14, 2021 14:48 - 44 minutes - 31.9 MB

This week, the wonderful Adam Martin returns to the pod to teach me about the wide and wonderful world of Star Trek Online! There is a LOT going on in this game - it sounds amazing!! Follow Adam on Twitter: @apm0788 Follow me: @seanferrick

Episode 73 - Star Trek Online With Adam Martin

December 14, 2021 14:48 - 44 minutes - 31.9 MB

This week, the wonderful Adam Martin returns to the pod to teach me about the wide and wonderful world of Star Trek Online! There is a LOT going on in this game - it sounds amazing!! Follow Adam on Twitter: @apm0788 Follow me: @seanferrick

Episode 72 - Threshold with James Amey

November 30, 2021 05:00 - 56 minutes - 41.9 MB

This week we tackle one of the most infamous episodes of Star Trek, nay, television ever conceived! Mr. Paris - take us to Salamander speed!! Find James on Twitter and Instagram @JamesAmeyUK Follow @seanferrick for all things pod related!

Episode 73 - Threshold with James Amey

November 30, 2021 05:00 - 56 minutes - 41.9 MB

This week we tackle one of the most infamous episodes of Star Trek, nay, television ever conceived! Mr. Paris - take us to Salamander speed!! Find James on Twitter and Instagram @JamesAmeyUK Follow @seanferrick for all things pod related!

Episode 71 - Rogue One With Seosamh Hurley And Will Leahy

November 23, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 59.6 MB

And here it is - is this the best prequel film in the Star Wars canon? Or will Solo remain the top tier....can't even finish that sentence! Either way, here is a spirited and fun discussion with myself, Seosamh and Will, back after tearing each other asunder on Revenge of the Sith! Follow the pod: @seanferrick Follow the Clonestar Podcase: @CloneStarPod Follow Seosamh: @seosamhhurley Follow Will: @willleahy

Episode 72 - Rogue One With Seosamh Hurley And Will Leahy

November 23, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 59.6 MB

And here it is - is this the best prequel film in the Star Wars canon? Or will Solo remain the top tier....can't even finish that sentence! Either way, here is a spirited and fun discussion with myself, Seosamh and Will, back after tearing each other asunder on Revenge of the Sith! Follow the pod: @seanferrick Follow the Clonestar Podcase: @CloneStarPod Follow Seosamh: @seosamhhurley Follow Will: @willleahy

Episode 71 - The Shawshank Redemption With Seosamh Hurley

November 16, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 55.4 MB

We take a trip up to old Shawshank this week as Seosamh and I discuss one of the most celebrated movies of all time. Seriously, I can't emphasise enough just how good this film is! Catch us both on the Clonestar Podcast: @CloneStarPod on Twitter @seosamhhurley @seanferrick

Episode 70 - Starship Troopers with Albert Hogan

November 09, 2021 14:13 - 59 minutes - 136 MB

What's the greatest anti-war satire film surrounding a bunch of alien bugs and Casper Van Dien's incredible chin? Why, it's Starship Troopers of course! Paul Verhoeven's sci-fi epic is a black comedy, a biting satire, and a bloody good example of special effects! Joining me this is returning superstar Albert Hogan! Follow Albert on Twitter: @AlbertHogan Follow me on all socials: @seanferrick

Episode 69 - Willow with Seosamh Hurley

November 02, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 47.6 MB

After a wee hiatus, You're On Crack Mate has returned with the wonderful Seosamh Hurley joining me in the hot seat! This week, the 1988 fantasy movie Willow, starring Warwick Davis and Val Kilmer, is on the block! Follow Seosamh on Twitter: @seosamhhurley Follow the Clonestar Pod: @CloneStarPod Sean: @Seanferrick

Episode 68 - Candyman 2021 with John O'Connor

August 31, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 188 MB

This one is HOT off the presses! Nia DaCosta and Jordan Peele's new Candyman film, starring Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and Teyonah Parris, released this past weekend and we are here to dig into the mighty Urban Legend of Chicago's Cabrini-Green.... Follow the pod on your socials! @seanferrick Don't forget to head over to www.patreon.com/seanferrick to stay ahead of the curve when it comes to all things pod related!!  Logo thanks to 3D Mechanics

Episode 67 - Solo: A Star Wars Story with Seosamh Hurley

August 24, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 143 MB

Why does this film exist? What makes a successful Star War? When will Seo reveal that he owns this podcast? These are the important questions. Let's see if any of them are answered! Catch Seo on social media: @seosamhhurley Follow the pod: @seanferrick Check us out on Patreon: www.patreon.com/seanferrick Logo by 3D Mechanics

Episode 66 - Buffy The Vampire Slayer With Sammy Burridge

August 10, 2021 11:56 - 1 hour - 195 MB

You've seen him on Twitter - he's the BuffyBoy, slaying accounts one immaculately prepared meal at a time! And today he's my guest! Sammy Burridge aka @BuffyBoy83 is here to talk all things slaying! You can catch Sammy over on Twitter! Don't forget to follow @seanferrick on Twitter and Insta as well!

Episode 65 - The Big Lebowski With Josh Paddock

August 03, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 160 MB

This week, our very good friend Josh returns to us after way too long away! He is the Dude in every way, and we are delighted to have him with us. Josh is co-host with Dan Decker on 'Josh, Dan and Superman', the podcast about all things Superman related! You can catch Josh over an Twitter: @ThePeadock

Episode 64 - Clueless with Dr Carole Quigley

July 27, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 168 MB

The esteemed Dr Quigley returns to the pod this week to take on a horse of a different colour....specifically, a yellow plaid skirt and jacket! Cher rules in the 90s classic comedy, Clueless! Dr Quigley is the host of the podcast Irish Theatre At Play, which can be found here You can follow her on Instagram as well @CaroleQuigley

Episode 63 - The First Purge with Dr Carole Quigley

July 20, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 186 MB

In the prequel movie to the series that is far better than it had any right to be, Dr Carole Quigley returns to the podcast to discuss the very real parallels between this movie and reality, along with the ongoing, powerful message that the series has put out. Follow Dr Quigley on Instagram: @carolequigley Please join the fun over on Patreon! www.patreon.com/seanferrick - you'll get early access to episodes! Don't forget to follow the pod via Twitter and Insta - @seanferrick

Episode 62 - Mean Girls with Albert Hogan

July 13, 2021 04:00 - 58 minutes - 135 MB

OMG did you hear that Albert Hogan (@alberthogan) is a FUGLY SLUT and his hair is full of secrets???

Episode 61 - Star Wars Episode 3: Revenge Of The Sith with Seosamh Hurley and Will Leahy

July 05, 2021 23:21 - 1 hour - 206 MB

This week, we have a couple of very special guests on the podcast! Seosamh Hurley is returning to continue his incredible analyses of the Star Wars saga, and we are joined by the wonderful Will Leahy. Will is an RTE Presenter, Event MC, and IMRO Radio Gold Winner 2019 "Radio Moment of the Year". This week, he's here to take us on with his Star Wars knowledge! You can get in touch with the podcast via Twitter/Instagram: @seanferrick Seosamh: Twitter @seosamhhurley You can catch Will on Twi...

Episode 60 - WhatCulture Get-Together With Amy Rapeer

June 29, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 146 MB

This week I'm joined by the wonderful Amy Rapeer, one of my esteemed WhatCulture colleagues! She's an absolute delight - check her out on Twitter: @amyrapeer Head over to www.patreon.com/seanferrick to sign up for updates about the podcast!

Episode 59 - The Purge: Election Year With Dr Carole Quigley

June 22, 2021 05:00 - 2 hours - 122 MB

After one heck of a pause, the next episode in The Purge series is finally here. Dr Carole Quigley joins me this week to discuss The Purge: Election Year, the third film in James De Monacco's ultra-violent film series.  Please support the podcast by heading to www.patreon.com/seanferrick with anything that you can! Follow Dr Carole Quigley on Instagram: @carolequigley Follow Sean on Twitter and Instagram: @seanferrick

Episode 58 - Star Wars Episode II: Attack Of The Clones With Seosamh Hurley

June 15, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 62.6 MB

And Seo is back to endure Attack of the Clones with me this week! It's a film that should have been so much better, but it is still extremely interesting! follow Seo on Twitter: @seosamhhurley Follow me on Twitter and Instagram: @seanferrick Please lend your support to small-time creators so that I can bring you the best content every week! Head over to Patreon to join the community! www.patreon.com/seanferrick

Episode 57 - Star Trek: Insurrection With James Amey

June 08, 2021 00:08 - 1 hour - 54.1 MB

This film does NOT deserve the hate! Join us on our trip to the briar patch as we take on the ninth Star Trek movie! Thank you as always to James for being a legend! Twitter: @JamesAmeyUK

Episode 56 - Star Wars Episode 1 The Phantom Menace With Seosamh Hurley

June 01, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 45.6 MB

The great and powerful Seosamh Hurley returns to You're On Crack Mate, but with a twist! Together, we're taking on the Star Wars Prequels and my god, we did not think this one through! But how well do you remember The Phantom Menace? Follow Seosamh on Twitter: @seosamhhurley Myself: @seanferrick Please join the family over on www.patreon.com/seanferrick - that way you can stay up to date about series plans, episodes en route and even get your voice in for episode choices! 

You're On Crack Mate Episode 55 - Power Rangers: The Movie with Albert Hogan

May 25, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 48.2 MB

Here's a blast of 90s past! Suit up with some Teens with Attitude to take on Ivan Ooze in the first big screen adventure for the famous Power Rangers! It's about as insane as you'd expect! Big thanks to Albert Hogan for bringing us back to childhood! Twitter: @alberthogan Twitter: @seanferrick

Episode 54 - Star Trek Fan Excellence With Samuel Cockings aka Trekyards aka Power543

May 18, 2021 04:00 - 56 minutes - 62.2 MB

This one is worth the wait guys! Samuel Cockings is a gifted filmmaker, writer, visual artist, and all around legend. He is one half of Trekyards and he is the 543 in Power543 Productions. His IndieGoGo for FIVE short Trek films is live, but time is running out - please consider donating at the link below! https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/trek-shorts-2021-by-fans-for-fans#/ You can follow Sam on Twitter: @SamuelCockings Facebook: @Samuel Cockings YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/k...

Episode 53 - Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home With Seosamh Hurley

May 11, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 54.2 MB

And we're back! This time, everybody needs to remember where we parked, because it's the one with the Whales! Time Travel, Klingon Birds of Prey and a couple of Humpbacks - there's nothing not to love in this one! Follow Seosamh on Twitter: @seohurley Follow myself: @SeanFerrick Please be a hero and head over to the Patreon page to lend your support! www.patreon.com/seanferrick

Episode 52 - Star Trek Memories with Adam Martin

May 04, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 47.3 MB

This week I'm joined the lovely, bubbly and all around wonderful Adam Martin, as we discuss our shared passion for Star Trek, where and when we first got into it and about how we'll never, ever give Up The Long Ladder a positive review! Catch Adam on Twitter: @apm0788 Catch me @seanferrick If you like what you heard, please consider becoming a supporter on Patreon! Every single week, people like you help people like me push to produce the best content possible! You can lend your support a...

Episode 51 - Star Trek III: The Search for Spock with Seosamh Hurley

April 27, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 47 MB

My God, Bones, what have I done? One of the films that breaks the odd numbered movies curse, the Search for Spock introduced the Klingon Bird of Prey, the USS Grissom, the USS Excelsior, Space Dock and a new Lt. Saavik! Not bad for one film! The wonderful Seosamh Hurley is back to help me take on Leonard Nimoy's glorious resurrection! @seohurley @seanferrick Please support the pod on patreon! www.patreon.com/seanferrick

Episode 50 - Predator With Seosamh Hurley

April 20, 2021 04:00 - 58 minutes - 42.1 MB

50 weeks! Wow! Thank you so much for following me along this mad revisit of cinema! This week, the wonderful Seosamh returns as we try to GET TO THE CHOPPER!!!!! Follow Seosamh on Twitter: @seohurley Follow me: @seanferrick Please join the fun on Patreon! www.patreon.com/seanferrick

Episode 48 - Dirty Dancing With Sara Davis

April 13, 2021 04:00 - 58 minutes - 43.8 MB

Due to a hiccup in the time-space continuum, I present to you the fabled Episode 48, feared forever lost, then found with a bunch of old Doctor Who footage! This week, Sara expertly brings me on the Time Of My Life as we discuss Dirty Dancing! No matter what is said about this film, it is such an uplifting experience! There may even be dancing, dirty or not! Follow me on Twitter: @seanferrick www.patreon.com/seanferrick

Episode 49 - Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure with Dan Decker

April 06, 2021 12:31 - 57 minutes - 41.4 MB

This was just a pure joy from start to finish! This film is a slice of just plain nice fun and I'm delighted to be joined by the host of Bad Choices & Bourbon podcast, Dan Decker, to take us through it! Don't forget to check out his lovely lovely pod! Follow Dan on Twitter: @dandeckr Check out his podcast: https://www.patreon.com/dandeckr/posts Please follow my account on Twitter: @SeanFerrick and follow the pod on Patreon as well! https://www.patreon.com/seanferrick

Episode 47 - The Annual Purge Part 2 Anarchy with Dr Carole Quigley

March 30, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 86 MB

Seriously, who knew this series was going to be as good as it is? The excellent Purge: Anarchy is the focus this week, with the fantastic Dr Carole Quigley returning to take us through the highs and lows of Frank Grillo's entry into the series.  You can find Carole on Instagram @CaroleQuigley Check out her podcast on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/show/0eNU0RAwa5vqHwN2CoIcHg?si=HFP4hEbbRiSPsZ70glh_Ug

Episode 46 - Batman: Mask of the Phantasm with Seosamh Hurley

March 23, 2021 14:28 - 1 hour - 47.2 MB

We travel to Gotham City today to experience all of the art-deco glory that is this animated masterpiece. Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill define the characters of Batman and the Joker in one of the best stand-alone stories in the franchise. I am delighted to be welcoming Seosamh back to remind me that he is infinitely smarter than I will ever be! Check him out here! Twitter: @seosamhhurley Please follow the podcast on Patreon! www.patreon.com/seanferrick

Episode 45 - The Annual Purge Part 1 featuring Dr Carole Quigley

March 19, 2021 13:52 - 1 hour - 70.4 MB

A special mini-series will take a look at James DeMonaco's Purge series, a dark and dystopian reflection of modern society and the struggle to squash certain classes. I'm very, very lucky to be joined by Dr Carole Quigley for this series. Dr Quigley is a lecturer in University College Limerick, and is the host of her own podcast Irish Theatre At Play: https://open.spotify.com/show/0eNU0RAwa5vqHwN2CoIcHg?si=bvtLdYxTQGuEttDZatCgNw You can contact Dr Quigley via email at: [email protected]...

Episode 44 - Star Trek V: The Final Frontier With James Amey

March 16, 2021 05:00 - 58 minutes - 43.9 MB

I'm not really sure what to say folks. It's Star Trek V. Although, THIS episode has techno Captain Kirk, thanks to Fall On Your Sword! Check out James on Twitter: @JamesAmeyUK Credit for the music to Fall On Your Sword, check out the music video for Shatner Of The Mount here!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HU2ftCitvyQ Please follow the pod over on Patreon! www.patreon.com/seanferrick

Episode 43 - Star Trek Nemesis With James Amey

March 09, 2021 11:47 - 57 minutes - 41.4 MB

This week we return to the Star Trek universe with a man who knows it well! James Amey is joining me to talk about Star Trek Nemesis, Tom Hardy's introduction to the fandom and the many scenes which probably should have been left on the cutting room floor! Follow James on Twitter: @JamesAmeyUK Follow Sean at: @SeanFerrick Please support over on Patreon!: www.patreon.com/seanferrick

Episode 42 - Timberwolf with Tom Julian

March 02, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 42 MB

This week, I am joined by the wonderful author Tom Julian, who is with me to talk to us about his Timberwolf novel series, as well as his own personal history with Star Trek and the do's and don'ts of being a writer in today's crazy world! Check Tom out below! https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0756ZYF33?ref_=dbs_m_mng_rwt_calw_tkin_0&storeType=ebooks facebook.com/timberwolf Twitter: @TimberwolfNovel

Episode 41 - The Hunt For Red October With JJ Smith

February 23, 2021 05:00 - 46 minutes - 34.2 MB

The great Alba Android returns to the podcast this week with his insightful musings on this fantastic Jack Ryan flick! Remember....one ping... Follow JJ on Twitter: @AlbaAndroid and @SpockWeek Follow me on Twitter: @seanferrick Sign up on Pateron! www.patreon.com/seanferrick

Episode 40 - Tommy Boy with Blake Ussery

February 16, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 47.6 MB

The latest episode of You're On Crack Mate is here! Gentleman, fitness guru and all around superstar Blake is here to remind us why every day without Chris Farley is another stab of pain! Check out Blake on the socials: Twitter: @blakeussery007 Instagram: @RedShirtSurvival

Episode 39 - Amadeus with Gregor Cameron

February 09, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 57.2 MB

Joining me this week direct from Spock The Week studios, is Gergor. Amadeus is the stunning adaptation of Peter Schaefer's stage musical, starring F. Murray Abraham and Tom Hulce. Featuring unbeatable music, it is one of the greatest biopics ever made - even if it should be taken with more than a pinch of salt! Follow Gregor on Twitter: @crabbitginger Instagram: @gc1812 Follow You're On Crack Mate via: @seanferrick Join up on Patreon to get exclusive access! www.patreon.com/seanferrick

Episode 38 - The Hunchback of Notre Dame with Maurice Irvine and Johnny Staggs

February 02, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 72.9 MB

Who is the Monster and who is the Man? Well, I'll let you decide that as you listen to my two wonderful guests who both return to chat with me this week. Johnny Staggs is one of the world's greatest Disney fans, while Maurice Irvine is hot on his heels to rival that! This week, we discuss The Hunchback of Notre Dame, heralded by some as the pinacle of the Disney Renaissance. (Me. It's heralded as that by me) Follow Maurice on Twitter: @M_Irvine89 And Johnny: @zoidberg95 and Me: @SeanFerri...

Episode 37 - Terminator 2: Judgement Day with Declan Ferrick

January 26, 2021 12:54 - 1 hour - 51.8 MB

This is a bit of a special occasion! For the first time, You're On Crack, Mate keeps it in the family. Declan Ferrick joins me this week to talk through everything to do with Terminator 2: Judgement Day, one of the greatest sequels and action movies of all time! Follow me on Twitter: @SeanFerrick Become a Patron!: www.patreon.com/seanferrick

Episode 36 - The Little Mermaid with Maurice Irvine

January 19, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 50.8 MB

DISNEY!!!! IT'S FINALLY HAPPENED!!! After almost a year, the renassaince begins! Maurice joins me this week to talk about The Little Mermaid, an obscure '80s film you may not have heard of... Follow Maurice on Twitter: @M_Irvine89

Episode 35 - The Lost World: Jurassic Park with Paul Sutherlin

January 12, 2021 05:00 - 49 minutes - 36.6 MB

Re-visit the '90s this week as we take a trip to Isla Sorna to visit Site B! Paul Sutherlin of TrekCulture fame joins me here to guide me on this trip through the jungles, accompanied by Jeff Goldblum, Julianne Moore and the most badass hunter this side of the Predator - Pete Postlethwaite! Follow on Twitter for all updates! @seanferrick

Episode 34 - Jeffrey with Alexander aka Mr_Picard

January 05, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.3 MB

This week, a slightly obscure with a NOT obscure star, Alexander and I discuss Jeffrey, the 1995 film featuring Sir Patrick Stewart. Not going to lie - this film is wonderful!!! Follow the pod (and me!) on Twitter: @seanferrick

Episode 33 - Tombstone with Josh Paddock

December 29, 2020 06:40 - 1 hour - 85.2 MB

This week, the cowboy returns as Josh Paddock introduces me to the fantastic film, Tombstone! This is a pure slice of the '90s (hello, Jason Priestley) while also hanging on to a timeless, western feel.  Make sure to follow Josh on Twitter! @ThePeaDock Follow the Sean on Insta and Twitter: @seanferrick Please head over to Patreon and sign up for early access! www.patreon.com/seanferrick Happy New Year!

CHRISTMAS SPECIAL! Batman Returns with Albert Hogan and Ian Whittington

December 22, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 50.1 MB

And it's a very Merry Christmas from Gotham City as the Bat, the Cat and the Penguin vie for the title of most over the top costumes in cinematic history! This is Batman Returns, Tim Burton's sequel to the great Batman '89, with Michael Keaton donning the batsuit once more! Check out Albert on Twitter: @alberthogan Check out Ian: @Galactic_Dave Check out Ian's podcast (of which I have a wee role!): @EnglishIrishGTM

Episode 32 - Transformers 1986 with Seosamh Hurley

December 15, 2020 05:59 - 1 hour - 77.4 MB

This week, we keep things Irish and I'm joined by Seosamh Hurley, who is here to school me on everything animated with Transformers! A movie featuring Orson Welles and Leonard Nimoy - what's not to like? Follow Seosamh on Twitter: @SeosamhHurley Follow myself! @SeanFerrick

Episode 31 - Gremlins with Dan Decker

December 08, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 70.6 MB

The excellent, upbeat and wonderful Dan Decker returns to You're On Crack, Mate to discuss his first foray into the world of the Mogwai. Dan is an excellent podcast host himself, with his show Bad Choices and Bourbon releasing weekly through Anchor Join us and follow along for a damn good time! @dandeckr @seanferrick

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