Best Cineplex Podcasts (2025)

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#306 Doug Morrow and Ashley Hyra. The Make Up From The Long Walk 1:37:28

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This week on The Reel Debaters, we’re heading behind the blood, sweat, and prosthetics with Doug Morrow and Ashley Hyra, the makeup artists behind The Long Walk. Doug and Ashley take us deep into the creative trenches of modern film makeup, breaking down their methods, the realities of working on set, and the problem-solving wizardry required when …

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Counterfactual LIVE! Political Special with MP Patrick Weiler 32:41

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In this episode of the Counterfactual Podcast, we travel to Ottawa for our annual live episode! In this political special, we are joined by Patrick Weiler, Liberal MP for West Vancouver – Sunshine Coast – Sea to Sky Country. With MP Weiler, we discuss the Federal budget, the differences between legal advocacy and law making, and learn the behind th…

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#305 Fatal Adaptation. When movies go episodic… not all survive. 1:27:06

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On Episode 305 of The Reel Debaters, we debate the best movies adapted for television. Some films thrive when stretched into episodic storytelling, gaining depth, character arcs, and cultural staying power. Others lose what made them special the moment the opening credits roll. From prestige series to cult curiosities, this is a no-holds-barred deb…

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#304 Aaron Merke and Safehaven 1:18:21

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This week, we descend into the shadowy corridors of Safehaven, the new supernatural thriller premiering on Tubi. This week's guest is a double-threat force behind the series: the head of special FX and makeup design and the actor who steps into the enigmatic role of Francis Zelk, Aaron Merke We get to find out more about the architect behind Safeha…

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Competition Litigation by the Numbers 41:38

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In this episode of the Counterfactual Podcast, we hear from Paul-Erik Veel of Lenczner Slaght LLP about his recent report, Two Decades of Tribunal Decisions: Data-Driven Insights. After crunching the numbers from 20 years of litigation before the Competition Tribunal, Paul-Erik is here to discuss what the trends can tell us about competition litiga…

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154. Shadowlands, Strikes & Stepping on LEGO 1:26:53

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Episode 154 kicks off with a pain every parent knows too well: stepping on LEGO with bare feet. We break down the agony, the physics, and the emotional damage that tiny bricks can inflict before we even get to the news.Then it’s time for Channel 2 Day Rental News, and this week is stacked: • 🦊 Daredevil: Born Again – Season 2 predictions as Marvel …

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#303 "A Tale Of 2 Witches" The Wicked Episode 1:43:45

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We’re heading back to Oz — and this time, it’s all about the movie. Episode 304 is your full-blown Reel Talk review of Wicked (2024) It's all on the table: the performances, the music, the visuals, the changes from the stage, and whether the movie sticks the landing as one of the most anticipated musical adaptations of the decade. We break down eve…

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#302 "Dial M for Membership" The Best Streaming Site 1:50:53

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Set your profile icon, because Episode 301 goes full cinematic cage match as we throw eight streaming giants into a single-elimination showdown. Who keeps autoplaying their way to victory? Who freezes on the loading screen? And which service becomes the true King of the Content Jungle Topics: Wpg Comic Con 2025/Cute As Can Be Vendor Shoutout/London…

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153: Chips, Chaos & Cineplex Surprises 1:37:49

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We kick off Episode 153 with a topic close to our hearts (and stomachs): our shared love of chips. From elite flavours to the ones that should be banned from the snack aisle, we break down our salty opinions. Then Cory recounts his “near-death experience” at a gas station — a story that proves even filling up the tank can turn into a thriller if yo…

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152. Toon Town, Toys & Teaser Talk 1:32:10

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We’re back for Episode 152, coming down from Halloween sugar highs and baseball heartbreak. We kick things off by swapping stories from our Halloween nights — costumes, kids, and candy tax — and then break down the final games of the World Series, including how close (and how far) the Blue Jays felt from being there. Then it’s over to Channel 2 Day…

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#301 Three Men, a Little Lady and "The End Of Our Own Making" 1:26:16

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In this episode of The Reel Debaters Podcast, we sit down with the creative minds behind The End Of Our Own Making — a tense, character-driven Winnipeg production that explores the fallout of an active shooter targeting the staff of a private security company. Host Michael Petrow is joined by writer/director Cam Paterson, actors Darcy Fehr and Suza…

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151. Vanity Thy Name Is This Episode's Title 1:34:06

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We’re back behind the counter for Episode 151, and before anything else — yeah, we know. We totally forgot to hype up Episode 150. Consider this our official apology and a make-good. (It’s not often you hit 150 rentals without a late fee.)We kick things off with some World Series talk, wondering what could’ve been for the Toronto Blue Jays, breakin…

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Barriers at Home: The Case for Interprovincial Free Trade 44:39

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In this episode of the Counterfactual Podcast, host Julia Potter sits down with Ryan Manucha, author and expert on interprovincial trade, to unpack why Canada still struggles with domestic trade barriers. They discuss the historical roots of these restrictions, the political and economic forces driving recent reform efforts, and how leadership from…

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150. Who You Gonna Call for 150? 1:33:24

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It’s Episode 150 — a nice round number, and a perfect excuse to celebrate with another trip down the aisles of cinematic nostalgia!We kick things off chatting about the Toronto Blue Jays vs. Seattle Mariners series, looking at what went right, what went sideways, and why being a Jays fan sometimes feels like living in a sports-themed Twilight Zone.…

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#300 "A Reel Nightmare On Debate Street" Best Halloween Special 1:25:34

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It’s our 300th episode, and we’re celebrating with a scream! The Reel Debaters mark this milestone by facing off in one wicked debate: What’s the best Halloween special — movie or TV? From nostalgic sitcoms to cult horror flicks, each debater brings their own version of Halloween greatness to the ring: Emily enchants the room with Buffy the Vampire…

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149: The Boys of Fall & the Slayer of All 1:30:42

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Fall is here, the air’s getting cooler, and the conversation’s heating up! We kick things off this week talking about the change in weather and what that means for the cozy-season movie rotation. Then we slide right into playoff mode, breaking down the Toronto Blue Jays’ postseason run (or stumble…) and how the MLB playoffs are shaping up overall —…

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#299 "No Country For Old Tribes" | The Survivor Debate #2 2:09:23

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What happens when Hollywood’s biggest characters get stranded on a deserted island with nothing but their egos, alliances, and a few hidden immunity idols? Welcome to The Reel Debaters’ Survivor Island — where we take some of our favorite movie heroes, villains, and misfits and throw them into a cinematic version of Survivor using the modern 26-day…

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#298 Coby Friesen and Cruising In Gomorrah 44:29

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148. Bears, Bats and Bikes 1:31:07

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2 Day Rental – Episode 148: Bears, Bats & BikesWe’re back in the store and this week’s rental has a little bit of everything — nature documentaries, classic monsters, caped crusaders, and BMX legends.We kick things off celebrating one of the internet’s best annual traditions: Fat Bear Week! Cory and Steve discuss their favourite chunky contenders, …

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The cape is back, the tights are real, and that soundtrack! This week, we dive headfirst into James Gunn’s shiny new take on the Last Son of Krypton — the 2025 Superman reboot. We ask the important questions: -Is this Superman a Boy Scout or a bad boy with a heart of gold? -Is Lex still doing real estate scams, or has he upgraded to NFTs? -Can a mo…