Best Comendy Podcasts (2026)

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Holiday Special 1:03:44

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10d ago1:03:44

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Are you having a holly, jolly Christmas? Well, you’re about to… Welcome to the first-ever LIT Holiday Special! Luke Ferris and Mike Wynne answer listener questions about Christmas movies, holiday traditions, and more. --- Catch new episodes of Least Important Things every Tuesday wherever you get your podcasts or on YouTube. Support Least Important…

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What The Lord of the Rings Taught Me About Life and Death 36:56

15d ago36:56

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Uncover how the lore of J.R.R. Tolkien's comprehensive work—from The Lord of the Rings to The Silmarillion—speaks to a deeper understanding of life and death compared to the teachings of religion, philosophy, and science. --- Catch new episodes of Least Important Things every Tuesday wherever you get your podcasts or on YouTube. Support Least Impor…

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The Sentimental Value of Movie Theaters 8:34

27d ago8:34

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On a cold, snowy Sunday night, Luke Ferris drove to the movie theater to see the new film from acclaimed Norwegian director Joachim Trier called Sentimental Value. Here's what he learned... --- Catch new episodes of Least Important Things every Tuesday wherever you get your podcasts or on YouTube. Support Least Important Things on Patreon You can b…

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I Got an Antenna for My TV and Learned Something New About Humanity 18:33

1M ago18:33

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Learn how a TV antenna and an old Super Friends episode led to clarity about the human relationship to technology. --- Catch new episodes of Least Important Things every Tuesday wherever you get your podcasts or on YouTube. Support Least Important Things on Patreon You can be part of the show by leaving a voicemail here. You can email the show at l…

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Why We Love Stranger Things 1:07:42

1M ago1:07:42

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String up your Christmas lights and charge your walkie-talkies, today we’re discussing why we love Stranger Things. Joining Luke Ferris in the first-ever outdoor recorded episode is Audrey Ferris to discuss the sensational and nostalgic Netflix show, which is coming up on its fifth and final season. --- Catch new episodes of Least Important Things …

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Alien Monster Tournament 1:20:56

2M ago1:20:56

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Welcome to a traditional like any other. In this episode, we’re pitting the fiercest alien monsters together in a 16-team bracket tournament, where in one shining moment, we’ll crown the best alien monster in movies and television. Joining Luke Ferris is an expert alien-analyst panel: Mike Wynne and Zach Hall. --- Catch new episodes of Least Import…

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GoldenEye 1:44:41

2M ago1:44:41

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We’re celebrating 30 years since the release of Pierce Brosnan’s debut as James Bond 007 in GoldenEye. Joining Luke for the podcast's first Bond rewatch are Mike Wynne and Zach Hall—aka 001 and 002. --- Catch new episodes of Least Important Things every Tuesday wherever you get your podcasts or on YouTube. Support Least Important Things on Patreon …

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Cloverfield 1:20:24

2M ago1:20:24

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In honor of the spooky season, we’re rewatching and discussing the found-footage monster-movie hit Cloverfield. Joining Luke is Curtis Felten, who saw this movie five times in theaters, and cinephile taste-maker Jacob Felten. The friends reminisce on the cultural sensation that was Cloverfield and why this movie has stood the test of time. --- Catc…

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Best Coaches From Movies & TV 1:26:06

2M ago1:26:06

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October is the best month for sports fans, so it is the perfect time for another athletics episode focusing on the leaders, playcallers, and mentors. So, who are the best coaches from movies and television? Luke Ferris, Mike Wynne, and professional volleyball coach Tucker Bitting break down the best and worst of the coaching profession in pop cultu…

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Why We Secretly Love Our Rivals 33:20

3M ago33:20

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In any sport across the globe, rivalries are the competitions that players circle on their calendars, journalists debate at nausium, and where fans unleash their deepest loyalties. But in the bitterness and intensity, is there a deeper emotion that makes rivalries so special? In this episode, we'll uncover why sports fans can't live without their r…

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Face/Off 1:32:57

3M ago1:32:57

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Best 2000s Movie Trailers 1:51:13

3M ago1:51:13

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The 2000s were a critical period of transition for movie trailers. From the “In a World” setup to quick-cutting character narrations, the years from 2000 to 2009 laid the groundwork for the needle drop and "BRAAAM" trailers we know today. Luke Ferris and Zach Hall discuss why this era was so integral in the evolution of movie trailers and highlight…

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The Parent Trap (1998) 59:49

3M ago59:49

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It’s the seminal Millennial childhood classic–The Parent Trap–directed by Nancy Meyers and starring Lindsay Lohan, Dennis Quaid, and Natasha Richardson. Luke Ferris is joined by a group of Camp Walden campers (Beth Donaldson, Ian McKay, and Audrey Ferris) to discuss the legacy, internet theories, and timeless fashion of this Disney remake. --- Catc…

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Best Chicago Movies - Part Two 55:45

4M ago55:45

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The epic deep-dish-sized conclusion of the 10 best Chicago movies. Luke Ferris is joined by a cast of Chicagoians—Mel Slattery, Eric Bailey, Jason Oscar, and Luke Soldano—to rank the best of the best of Windy City cinema. In part two, the group finalizes the rankings of the top 10 and reveals the best Chicago movie. Play along at home with our rank…

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Best Chicago Movies - Part One 1:29:04

4M ago1:29:04

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This episode's shoulders are so big that we had to split it into two parts. We are ranking the 10 best Chicago movies based on the criteria of: The movie must be set in Chicago or capture the city's spirit in its narrative. The movie has to have scenes shot on location in the city of Chicago. Luke Ferris is joined by a cast of Chicagoians—Mel Slatt…

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Inception 1:15:03

4M ago1:15:03

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No, this isn't a dream. Least Important Things is back for a new season, and Luke Ferris and Mike Wynne are kicking off season four discussing 2010's Inception, directed by Christopher Nolan and starring Leonardo DiCaprio. --- Catch new episodes of Least Important Things every Tuesday wherever you get your podcasts or on YouTube. Support Least Impo…

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Jurassic World Rebirth REACTIONS | Jurassic Pod 53:38

6M ago53:38

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Join Mike and Luke for their raw and ruckus reactions to Jurassic World Rebirth.* *BEWARE OF SPOILERS IN THIS EPISODE --- Jurassic Pod is a podcast 65 million years in the making. In this show, we excavate, theorize, and decipher the evolution of the Jurassic Park films and their fandom. Check out the Jurassic Pod archived episodes. You can be part…

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Jurassic World Rebirth Preview Show | Jurassic Pod 28:01

6M ago28:01

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Mike and Luke preview Jurassic World Rebirth, breaking down the latest trailer and what to expect in the newest installment of the franchise. --- Jurassic Pod is a podcast 65 million years in the making. In this show, we excavate, theorize, and decipher the evolution of the Jurassic Park films and their fandom. Check out the Jurassic Pod archived e…

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When Your Team Finally Wins 13:44

7M ago13:44

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When Tottenham Hotspur Football Club won their first trophy in 17 years, the feeling was one of relief and unexperienced joy. Find out why these moments are what make sports fans sacrifice their time, energy, and passion for a game. How the Premier League Kept Me Sane Article World Cup Episode --- You can be part of the show by leaving a voicemail …

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The Final Reckoning Reaction Show | Podcast: Impossible 59:01

7M ago59:01

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Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning is here, and we've got the team together to provide post-theater reactions to all the death-defying stunts, paradoxes, doves(?), storage capacities, and more that you've come to expect from this unstoppable franchise. The Team: Luke Ferris, Mike Wynne, Zach Hall, Bri Warsen, Andy Warnse, Justin Felten, and …

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The Final Reckoning Preview Extravaganza | Podcast: Impossible 1:47:00

8M ago1:47:00

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Join Luke and Mike in the biggest episode of the podcast yet—The Final Reckoning Preview Extravaganza. A panel of guests from all the Least Important Things rewatch series to preview Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning, celebrate the franchise, and attempt the impossible mission of rating Tom Cruise's best hair in the series. Special thanks t…

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Spy Thriller Golden Age 17:06

9M ago17:06

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We are living in a golden age of the spy thriller across TV and film. Uncover why this genre has seen a recent uptick in popularity and what entries stand above the rest. --- Subscribe to Least Important Things Monthly. You can be part of the show by leaving a voicemail here. You can email the show at [email protected] or reach out via…

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Jason Bourne | The Bourne Cast 1:33:36

9M ago1:33:36

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You know his name. He doesn't. Luke and Mike close out The Bourne Cast with the final (?) installment of the series 2016's Jason Bourne. PLUS, the first-ever "Franchise Leasties and Besties Awards." --- The Bournecast is a special rewatch miniseries from Least Important Things that assesses and uncovers the legacy of the Bourne franchise. Watch thi…

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The Joy of Rediscovery 19:41

10M ago19:41

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Learn why rediscovery reminds us of who we are. --- Subscribe to Least Important Things Monthly. You can be part of the show by leaving a voicemail here. You can email the show at [email protected] or reach out via social media at the links below. Read our articles and learn more about the show at www.leastimportantthings.com --- Sourc…

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The Bourne Legacy | The Bourne Cast 1:47:05

10M ago1:47:05

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Guess who's back? Back again. Well...not Jason Bourne. Zach Hall, our number one, number two man, returns not for a franchise sequel but a franchise legacy. The boys crack each other up while trying to make sense of the plot of 2012's The Bourne Legacy. --- The Bournecast is a special rewatch miniseries from Least Important Things that assesses and…

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Jurassic World Rebirth Trailer Reaction | Jurassic Pod 51:07

11M ago51:07

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We have a trailer! Daniel Stephen from the Stuck on Sorna podcast joins Luke and Mike to break down the new trailer for Jurassic World Rebirth. Watch this episode on YouTube. --- Jurassic Pod is a podcast 65 million years in the making. In this show, we excavate, theorize, and decipher the evolution of the Jurassic Park films and their fandom. Chec…

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How I Met Your Meaning 22:17

11M ago22:17

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Discover how a terrible head cold led to binge-watching the TV show How I Met Your Mother, uncovering memories, perspective, and meaning. --- Subscribe to Least Important Things Monthly. You can be part of the show by leaving a voicemail here. You can email the show at [email protected] or reach out via social media at the links below.…

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The Bourne Ultimatum | The Bourne Cast 1:45:33

11M ago1:45:33

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Dr. Logan Matthews joins Luke and Mike to discuss the finale of the original Bourne trilogy—The Bourne Ultimatum. --- The Bournecast is a special rewatch miniseries from Least Important Things, in which we assess and uncover the legacy of the Bourne franchise. Subscribe to Least Important Things Monthly. You can be part of the show by leaving a voi…

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A Fahrenheit 451 Sermon 17:06

12M ago17:06

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A story about AirPods and a ragged high school copy of Fahrenheit 451. --- Subscribe to Least Important Things Monthly. You can be part of the show by leaving a voicemail here. You can email the show at [email protected] or reach out via social media at the links below. Read our articles and learn more about the show at www.leastimport…

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The Family Stone 1:19:17

1y ago1:19:17

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Audrey Ferris joins Luke for a very special holiday episode of Least Important Things–a rewatch and discussion of the 2005 Christmas classic, The Family Stone. --- Subscribe to Least Important Things Monthly. You can be part of the show by leaving a voicemail here. You can email the show at [email protected] or reach out via social med…

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The Bourne Supremacy | The Bourne Cast 1:28:35

1y ago1:28:35

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Is this the best movie in the Bourne franchise? In the second episode of The Bournecast, Luke and Mike are joined by a friend of the pod, Jim Hargrove, to rewatch and discuss The Bourne Supremacy (2004). Highlights include Jim and Luke convincing Mike that this franchise is incredible, praise for Pam Landy, and Leasties and Besties. --- The Bournec…

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Coffee 32:15

1y ago32:15

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What’s so special about this bean that produces the nectar of the gods? Why has coffee stood the test of time amongst beverage trends? And what makes the perfect cup of coffee? In this episode, we will explore the experience of coffee, how it’s made, and why we love it. Featuring, Casey Lucas, a professional coffee roaster and owner of Reverent Cof…

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TRAILER REACTION | Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning | Podcast: Impossible 36:34

1y ago36:34

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We have a teaser trailer and title of the next and final(?) chapter of the Mission: Impossible franchise–Mission: Impossible – Final Reckoning, releasing to theaters in May 2025. We break down the trailer frame by frame and rate our excitement level. Plus, a special surprise call by a friend of the show. --- Podcast Impossible is a special rewatch …

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The Bourne Identity | The Bournecast 1:16:04

1y ago1:16:04

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You asked for the Bourne franchise, and we couldn't resist. In the first episode of The Bournecast, Luke and Mike rewatch and discuss The Bourne Identity (2002). Highlights include a new segment on the show, a conversation about the first installment's generational impact, and why Nicky Parsons is the best understaffed government employee in the fr…

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Samhain: Halloween's Sacred History 19:37

1y ago19:37

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I’ve always loved Halloween, but I’ve kept it a secret. My relationship with the holidays has always intrigued and haunted me. So, join me as I uncover why my turbulent relationship with Halloween is rooted in the Satanic Panic of the 90s, cultural heritage, and lore. We’ll cross the Atlantic to Ireland to understand the ancient festival of Samhain…

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Little Cream Soda 8:12

1y ago8:12

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A story about a first-generation iPod shuffle, a Lincoln Navigator, and a summer vacation in 2006. --- Subscribe to Least Important Things Monthly. You can be part of the show by leaving a voicemail here. You can email the show at [email protected] or reach out via social media at the links below. Read our articles and learn more about…

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Jurassic World: Rebirth News and Predictions | Jurassic Pod 1:17:28

1y ago1:17:28

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The Jurassic Pod boys are back to discuss all things Jurassic World: Rebirth. Daniel Stephen from the Stuck on Sorna podcast joins Mike and Luke to break down the latest news about the next installment in the franchise. Plus, plot predictions and Daniel shares his interaction with new Jurassic star Scarlett Johansson on the Captain America: Winter …

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Blind Spots 30:12

1+ y ago30:12

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Blind spots. We’ve all got them in our pop culture resume. But it’s funny that we can know so much about a movie TV show without even seeing it. Vivi has never seen any of the Indiana Jones films. So, we decided to connect and discuss her before and after the experience of watching Raiders of the Lost Ark, the first Indiana Jones film. *This is the…

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Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales | Podcast of the Caribbean 1:25:37

1+ y ago1:25:37

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Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales marks the franchise's last installment (for now). Mike and Luke recap the (almost) concise storyline, Johnny Depp's phoning-in Jack Sparrow, and their reflections on the franchise. PLUS, the guys announce the next rewatch miniseries franchise. --- Watch this episode on YouTube. Subscribe to Least Imp…

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Hosting the Host with Audrey Ferris 56:29

1+ y ago56:29

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As listeners of this podcast, you all have a vested interest in the work of Luke Ferris. While you probably don’t want to know what he ate for lunch today like Swifties, you may be interested to learn more about the man behind the mic. Audrey Ferris (Luke’s wife and guest host) indulges your curiosities. --- Watch this episode on YouTube. Subscribe…

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Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides | Podcast of the Caribbean 1:30:10

1+ y ago1:30:10

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Mike and Luke rewrite the franchise timeline in Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides. --- Watch this episode on YouTube. Subscribe to Least Important Things Monthly. You can be part of the show by leaving a voicemail here. You can email the show at [email protected] or reach out via social media at the links below. Read our arti…

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Why Do We Love Keanu Reeves? 31:16

1+ y ago31:16

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Keanu Reeves has been headling blockbusters, indie darlings, and cult comedies for decades. Recently, the internet has fallen in love with his humbleness, cool hobbies, and “memeable” reactions. In this episode, we'll dive deep into the reasons why we love this Canadian import. Featuring LIT regular and Keanu Reeves fan Zach Hall. --- Subscribe to …

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Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End | Podcast of the Caribbean 1:31:47

1+ y ago1:31:47

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Everybody's got daddy issues in Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End. Special guest Jess Reichenbach rescues Mike and Luke from devolving into a Davy Jone's locker of plotline fever dreams. --- Watch this episode on YouTube. Subscribe to Least Important Things Monthly. You can be part of the show by leaving a voicemail here. You can email the s…

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Why Do We Take Photos? 28:53

1+ y ago28:53

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Why do we take photos? What compels us to capture life on digital or celluloid? And why does it matter? Special thanks to Carlos Rivera and Kelsey Gould for lending their wise thoughts on this episode. --- Subscribe to Least Important Things Monthly. You can be part of the show by leaving a voicemail here. You can email the show at leastimportantth…

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Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest | Podcast of the Caribbean 1:23:51

1+ y ago1:23:51

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Everything gets a plotline in Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest. Second mate Zach Hall returns for another wild franchise sequel and helps Mike and Luke navigate the plotlines and choices of this billion-dollar franchise follow-up. --- Watch this episode on YouTube. Subscribe to Least Important Things Monthly. You can be part of the show b…

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Why Movies Use Black and White 16:28

1+ y ago16:28

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After 80 years since the invention of color film, why are movies still using black and white? What makes our greatest directors, photographers, and social app filters resort to the two-toned spectrum when the possibilities of color are endless to what our human pupils can see? --- Watch this episode on YouTube. Subscribe to Least Important Things M…

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Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl | Podcast of the Caribbean 1:28:59

2y ago1:28:59

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Your old buccaneering mates, Luke Ferris and Mike Wynne return for a new rewatch series on The Pirates of the Caribbean franchise. Set sail with the co-hosts for the first installment from the series, The Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl. Podcast of the Caribbean is a special rewatch miniseries from Least Important Things, hosted …

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Sequels 23:43

2y ago23:43

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Sequels are as old as cinema itself. But why do they keep getting made, and why do they matter? --- Watch a video version of this episode on YouTube. Subscribe to Least Important Things Monthly. You can be part of the show by leaving a voicemail here. You can email the show at [email protected] or reach out via social media at the link…

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The Halftime Show 10:33

2y ago10:33

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The Super Bowl halftime show is more than a break in the game. It's a rare unifying spectacle in our culture. --- Subscribe to Least Important Things Monthly. You can be part of the show by leaving a voicemail here. You can email the show at [email protected] or reach out via social media at the links below. Read our articles and learn…

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Dive Bars 32:40

2y ago32:40

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Walking into your local dive bar feels like coming home. But these welcoming community staples are becoming rare. So, how do we preserve these taverns, pubs, dives, and local bars? Meet Matt and Mark Baldino, who saved a legendary Chicago local dive, Guthries Tavern. --- Subscribe to Least Important Things Monthly. You can be part of the show by le…