Best Cool Hand Luke Podcasts (2025)

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Popcorn Eschaton 71 - 'Scrooged' and 'The Muppet Christmas Carol' 1:17:26

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13d ago1:17:26

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It's the holidays on Popcorn Eschaton! On this episode, Scott and John discuss two adaptations of Charles Dickins's 1843 novella 'A Christmas Carol:' Richard Donner's 'Scrooged' and The Jim Henson Company's 'The Muppet Christmas Carol'! They get into how each film tackles the text's spiritual and social commentary, as well as why The Muppets, and p…

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Popcorn Eschaton 70 - 'Ghost Dog - The Way of the Samurai' 57:40

1M ago57:40

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It's another Zebras in Eschaton crossover as we discuss another Jim Jarmusch classic! Scott, Marcus, and John explore the samurai, hip-hop, and literary influences that make up Jarmusch's film genre bouillabaisse that is 'Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai,' as well as how our perception of a film, and how culture at large perceives it, can change o…

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Popcorn Eschaton 69 - 'Bugonia' 1:18:05

1M ago1:18:05

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Scott and John are joined once again by the brilliant Marcus Pinn as they discuss the new Yorgos Lanthimos 'Bugonia'! They get into where the film stacks among Lanthimos's impressive filmography, the stunning performances, what this film has to say about the systems running the planet, and why none of us found this particular bleak satire... very f…

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Popcorn Eschaton 68 - 'Eddington' 1:22:10

2M ago1:22:10

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It's another Popcorn in America crossover as the brilliant Marcus Pinn joins Scott and John to discuss Ari Aster's 2025 dark pandemic satire, 'Eddington.' They get into the hypocrisy the film points out, the film's political stance (or lack thereof), and how Aster capture's this present, paranoid moment. Marcus Pinn's writing can be found at http:/…

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Popcorn Eschaton 67 - 'Cool Hand Luke' 1:26:39

3M ago1:26:39

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Returning guest and friend of the pod Noah joins Scott and John to discuss the 1967 classic 'Cool Hand Luke' (hey, a 1967 film for our 67th episode! Serendipitous!). They get into Luke as a Christ figure, how the film demonstrates the dehumanizing control prisons have on prisoners, and the role religion plays in prison life.…

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Popcorn Eschaton 66 - 'Eight Men Out' 48:40

3M ago48:40

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In the midst of autumn, we're all in the mood to celebrate the Fall Classic and America's pastime! And on Popcorn Eschaton, that also means interrogating worker exploitation! Scott and John discuss John Sayles's 1988 adaptation of the Eliot Asinof book 'Eight Men Out,' using it as a springboard to talk about gambling in sports, why we love sports m…

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Popcorn Eschaton 65 - 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3' and 'Au hasard Balthazar' 1:29:17

3M ago1:29:17

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The brilliant Jon Laubinger joins Scott and John to discuss an unlikely pairing of films that deal with animal cruelty and the question of sentience: James Gunns's 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3' and Robert Bresson's 'Au hasard Balthazar'! They dive into the disturbing imagery in both films and how each filmmaker uses animals to help us find empat…

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Popcorn Eschaton 64 - 'Porco Rosso' 48:57

4M ago48:57

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Scott and I return to the world of animation and Studio Ghibli! What a treat! We take a look at the exceptional and underrated film from director Hayao Miyazaki, 'Porco Rosso'! We discuss fascism, survivor's guilt, and the pleasure of allowing a story to remain ambiguous. Logo designed by Jesse Arnold (https://www.instagram.com/just.shelve.it/) The…

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Popcorn Eschaton 63 - 'Superman' (2025) 1:13:34

4M ago1:13:34

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It's time to exalt kindness! On this Popcorn Eschaton, Scott and John discuss the most recent cinematic iteration of Superman. They explore James Gunn's perspective on the Man of Tomorrow, the impeccable cast, and how Superman has been a politically aware character since his creation in 1938! Also: a lot of comics talk. Logo designed by Jesse Arnol…

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Popcorn Eschaton 62 - 'The Legend of the Holy Drinker' and 'The Fire Within' 1:28:33

5M ago1:28:33

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The fantastic Carmelita Valdez McKoy returns to Popcorn Eschaton to discuss a pair of films about addiction: Ermanno Olmi's 'The Legend of the Holy Drinker' and Louis Malle's 'The Fire Within.' Carmelita, Scott, and John explore how these films deal with addiction, the possibilities of treatment, and if joy is possible even while experiencing despa…

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Popcorn Eschaton 61 - Ozzy Osbourne tribute 59:33

5M ago59:33

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Due to technical difficulties, Popcorn Eschaton had to pivot guests, topics, and even host! But because we try to go with the flow as best we can, and are blessed with wonderful friends, we march on! On this episode, John is joined by friends of Zebras Eschaton, Elana Levin and Frank Smith, as they pay tribute to the legendary metal icon Ozzy Osbou…

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Popcorn Eschaton 60 - 'Dead Man' and 'Star Trek III The Search for Spock' 58:10

6M ago58:10

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What could be more Popcorn Eschaton than pairing Jim Jarmusch with Star Trek? On this episode, Scott and John head west to explore the poetic violence and self-discovery of 1995's 'Dead Man,' then they return to The Final Frontier as they join the Enterprise crew on their resurrection quest in 'The Search for Spock'! Logo designed by Jesse Arnold (…

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Popcorn Eschaton 59 - 'Uncle Boonmee Who Can Recall His Past Lives' and 'The Room Next Door' (1) 1:01:30

6M ago1:01:30

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On this Popcorn Eschaton, Scott and John embrace living in liminal spaces as they journey through death and the boundaries between this world and the next. First, they explore Apichatpong Weerasethakul's 2010 spiritual drama 'Uncle Boonmee Who Can Recall His Past Lives,' then they discuss Pedro Almodóvar's 2024 meditation on friendship and choosing…

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Popcorn Eschaton 58 - 'Excalibur' 1:10:31

7M ago1:10:31

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Popcorn Eschaton welcomes the brilliant Carmelita Valdez McKoy to discuss medieval mythology and Catholic/Pagan sycheticism! The conversation dives into 'Excalibur,' John Boorman's classic of Arthurian myths, Dark Age Disco costumes, as well as personal and political morality! It's got a cast full of future British acting legends acting out the fou…

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Popcorn Eschaton 57 - 'Southland Tales' 45:01

7M ago45:01

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On this Popcorn Eschaton, Scott and John tackle one of the most discombobulating, bravura, and labyrinthian science fiction movies ever made: Richard Kelly's 'Southland Tales'! They discuss how the film succeeds and fails in reflecting America in a post-9/11 world and why a strange, unfinished piece of art should be enjoyed on its own terms. Maxima…

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Popcorn Eschaton 56 - 'The Blood of Jesus' and 'The Nun' 1:14:19

8M ago1:14:19

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Scott and John are joined by the brilliant writer and podcaster Spencer Seams! They discuss the emblematic race film from 1941 'The Blood of Jesus,' as well as Jacques Rivette's harrowing 1966 examination of institutional abuse within the Catholic Church, 'The Nun.' They discuss misogyny, giving voice to unheard voices, and the importance of commun…

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Popcorn Eschaton 55 - 'Conclave' 1:03:19

8M ago1:03:19

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It's CONCLAVE time! It was inevitable that Scott and John would cover this stylish thriller about hermetic power, faith vs. certainty, conservatism vs. generosity, and how utterly terrifying it would be to have Isabella Rossellini disappointed in you. In times of such despondency, it was a privilege to be able to discuss a film that so elegantly ad…

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Popcorn Eschaton 54 - 'Belladonna of Sadness' with Heather Drain 1:07:16

9M ago1:07:16

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Scott and John welcome the brilliant Heather Drain to Popcorn Eschaton as they discuss the Japanese cult animated feature 'Belladonna of Sadness!' They explore the difficult subject matter of the film, the wildly stylized and beautiful animation, the exuberant musical score, and how the events of the film presage both Joan of Arc and the French Rev…

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Popcorn Eschaton 53 - 'The Insider' and 'The Big Sick' 52:12

9M ago52:12

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On this Popcorn Eschaton, Scott and John dive into the infinite morass that is the American health care system, as seen through cinema. First, they look at how public policy is interwoven with corporate interests, as well as how journalism is supposed to be safeguarding us from those interests, with Michael Mann's brilliant 1999 thriller 'The Insid…

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Popcorn Eschaton 52 - 'The Seventh Seal' (1) 1:11:56

10M ago1:11:56

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Scott and John are joined by the world's greatest Ingmar Bergman advocate, the brilliant Becky D'Anna, to discuss 1957's 'The Seventh Seal'! They dive into the collision of medieval religious traditions with the cinema of the mid-20th century, the reputation of Bergman vs. the reality of his art, and the multifarious ways we can interpret the image…

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Popcorn Eschaton 51 - 'Bound for Glory' 51:11

10M ago51:11

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"This Land is Your Land" is an anthem to community and the rights all humans have to the earth they walk on, but what truths are there for us in the life of the song's composer, the legendary Woody Guthrie? On this Popcorn Eschaton, Scott and John continue on the Hal Ashby train as they explore the 1976 sprawling biopic (of a kind), 'Bound for Glor…

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Popcorn Eschaton 50 - 'Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade' and 'Being There' 1:04:18

10M ago1:04:18

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It's the 50th Popcorn Eschaton! For this special occasion, Scott and John pick their respective favorite movies and reflect on how they came to start this spiritually cinematic journey. John's pick for his favorite is 'Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade,' and they discuss how fun it is to see Nazis getting punched and how wholesome it is to watch a…

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Popcorn Eschaton 49 - 'Blue Velvet' 1:23:05

11M ago1:23:05

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Because we at Popcorn Eschaton love the immortal spirit of David Lynch so very much, we just wanted to talk about him some more! Let us journey to a small town out of time, the liminal suburbia that is the Lumberton of 'Blue Velvet'! We are joined by the brilliant Elana Levin (of Graphic Policy) to discuss voyeurism, Roy Orbison, and how the film i…

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Popcorn Eschaton 48 - 'Dune' and 'The Straight Story' 1:13:39

11M ago1:13:39

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With the passing of the one-and-only David Lynch, Scott, John, and Marcus wanted to explore two of the director's films that are least discussed in cinema circles: 'Dune' and 'The Straight Story.' One extravagent, overstuffed, and finished outside of Lynch's control, the other deeply personal, human, and compassionate. They explore how the films re…

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Popcorn Eschaton 47 - Bruno Dumont's Joan of Arc Musical Duology 1:05:10

12M ago1:05:10

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Scott and John are joined once again by the brilliant Marcus Pinn as they discuss one of Marcus's favorite filmmakers: Bruno Dumont! They focus on Dumont's pair of musicals about 15th Century saint and martyr Joan of Arc, the anachronistic music choices, and what Joan's tribulations have to say about religious and governmental hypocrisy throughout …

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Popcorn Eschaton 46 - 'Léon Morin, Priest' and 'The Prisoner' 48:08

1y ago48:08

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It's priests taking on authoritarianism on Popcorn Eschaton! Scott and John take a look at two different perspectives of Catholic priests having their faith tested by unjust persecution and how those priests respond to that repression. First, they discuss the Jean-Pierre Melville classic 'Léon Morin, Priest' and what it has to say about faith, as w…

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Popcorn Eschaton 45 - 'Rumble Fish' and 'Bram Stoker's Dracula' 1:02:56

1y ago1:02:56

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It's a Francis Ford Coppola double feature on Popcorn Eschaton! Scott and John each discuss their respective personal favorite Coppola movies, 'Rumble Fish' and 'Bram Stoker's Dracula'! They talk about why these atypical picks are important to their cinematic development, how these films appeal to their respective tastes, and how they address both …

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Popcorn Eschaton 44 - 'The Shawshank Redemption' 1:17:26

1y ago1:17:26

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On this Popcorn Eschaton, Scott and John are joined by prison reform professional Noah Barth. to discuss the modern classic 'The Shawshank Redemption.' They examine the film's take on the prison system as an institution, hope, and the relationship between platonic soulmates. Noah brought a great deal of wisdom and insight to the discussion and help…

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Popcorn Eschaton 43 - 'Lady In The Water' 45:49

1y ago45:49

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It's time for Scott and John to take a dive into M. Night Shyamalan's 2006 fantasy 'Lady in the Water,' the much-maligned fairytale of community and redemption. They discuss how the film has its heart in the right place but is also extremely messy, how Shyamalan could benefit from more active collaborators in his filmmaking, and the parallels the f…

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Popcorn Eschaton 42 - 'Prince Of Darkness' 47:35

1y ago47:35

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It's spooky season, so Scott and John are diving into John Carpenter's underappreciated, philosophical, theological, and science-obsessed horror movie, 'Prince of Darkness'! They discuss Carpenter's brilliant music, the big questions the movie asks, and opening the box of quantum mechanics to get at Schrödinger's Cat, even if it means we also open …

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Popcorn Eschaton 41 - 'Brute Force' And 'High Life' 49:54

1+ y ago49:54

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On this Popcorce Eschaton, Scott and John take a look at two drastically different, but complimentary, prison films: the raging ember of empathy for inmates, 1947's 'Brute Force,' directed by Jules Dassin, and Claire Denis's 'High Life,' a sci-fi meditation on the battle between despair and hope. Logo designed by Jesse Arnold (https://www.instagram…

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Popcorn Eschaton 40 - 'Harlan County, USA' 47:45

1+ y ago47:45

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Scott and John are joined once again by the brilliant Marcus Pinn as they discuss one of the most important documentaries ever made and one of the greatest testaments to the power of unions, 'Harlan County, USA.' They explore the enduring intensity of the film, the struggle behind getting the movie made, and what 'Harlan County, USA' has to say abo…

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Popcorn Eschaton 39 - 'Transformers The Movie' And 'Ghost In The Shell' 57:14

1+ y ago57:14

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Robots! The insatiable maw of capitalism! Awesome tunes! Scott and John dive into the glorious 1980s toy commercial... that is also a beautifully scored and animated ride through the galaxy with wonderfully realized characters, 'Transformers: The Movie!' Then they transition to the much more muted tones, but no less beautiful and energizing, world …

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Popcorn Eschaton 38 - 'The Spirit Of The Beehive' And 'The Devil's Backbone' 57:31

1+ y ago57:31

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Scott and John take a trip to the Spanish Civil War to look at two profound meditations on death, conflict, and childhood, Victor Erice's 'The Spirit of the Beehive' and Guillermo del Toro's 'The Devil's Backbone.' They discuss how each film approaches fascism and finds beauty even in the most devastating tragedies. Logo designed by Jesse Arnold(ht…

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Popcorn Eschaton 37 - 'Valhalla Rising' And 'Escape' (aka 'Flukt') 47:28

1+ y ago47:28

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On this Popcorn Eschaton, Scott and John take a journey to medieval Scandinavia for tales of flight both physical and spiritual. First they discuss Nicolas Winding Refn's 2009 film 'Valhalla Rising,' then focus on the 2012 post-Black Death survival picture 'Escape.' Go North, grab a sword, and RUN!Logo designed by Jesse Arnold(https://www.instagram…

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Popcorn Eschaton 36 - 'The Witch' And 'Häxan' 59:49

1+ y ago59:49

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It's time to rail against the patriarchy and celebrate the power of conjuring on Popcorn Eschaton! Scott and John take a look at the 2015 Robert Eggers horror film 'The Witch,' how it ushered in a new wave of anxiety-filled horror films, and whether or not it ends "happily" for its young protagonist. Then they discuss the landmark silent film 'Häxa…

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Popcorn Eschaton 35 - 'Grave Of The Fireflies' And 'Zone Of Interest' 54:57

1+ y ago54:57

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On this Popcorn Eschaton, Scott and John take a hard look at two very hard-to-watch films. First, they discuss Isao Takahata's animated classic of war, suffering, and the love between siblings, 'Grave of the Fireflies.' Then they shift focus to Jonathan Glazer's Academy Award-winning 2023 film 'Zone of Interest,' and why it doesn't have the emotion…

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Popcorn Eschaton 34 - 'The Bingo Long Traveling All - Stars & Motor Kings' With Marcus Pinn 44:17

1+ y ago44:17

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It's America's pastime on another Popcorn in America crossover! The great Marcus Pinn returns, this time to discuss a movie from his childhood, 'The Bingo Long Traveling All-Stars & Motor Kings!' He, Scott, and John get into how baseball can embody the most optimistic view of the American Dream, as well as being emblematic of its history of racism …

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Popcorn Eschaton 33 - 'Civil War' With Marcus Pinn 57:45

1+ y ago57:45

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It's another Popcorn/Zebras crossover as Scott and John are joined by the great Marcus Pinn to discuss Alex Garland's new film 'Civil War'! Is there substance to its violent imagery? Does Garland, as an Englishman, have any special insight into American culture? How many stars does the mere presence of one De La Soul song add to a film's rating? Al…

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Episode 2: Tapestry of life 52:12

1+ y ago52:12

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Today our guest is Charles Blanchard, a master weaver of hand-woven rugs and tapestries using centuries-old techniques in Narrowsburg NY. In this episode, we'll learn about how a 4-harness loom operates, discuss our historical relationship with clothing vs. the disposal fast-fashion of today, and explore the difficulty of putting a price tag on art…

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171: The Solomon Success Blueprint: Building Wealth with Timeless Wisdom with Scott Florida 14:10

1+ y ago14:10

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Welcome to the Solomon Success show, where we uncover timeless insights from King Solomon and the Bible for business and investing. Amidst a sea of false promises, let's refocus on enduring principles for a life of peace and prosperity. I'm Scott Florida, guest hosting for Jason Hartman. Drawing from my 30 years of pastoral and entrepreneurial expe…

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Popcorn Eschaton 32 - 'Only Yesterday' And 'My Neighbor Totoro' 49:54

1+ y ago49:54

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Scott and John continue to explore the world of animation, this time journeying to the Japanese countryside to celebrate a pair of Studio Ghibli films. First, they discuss the 1991 Isao Takahata-directed classic film of nostalgia and self-discovery, 'Only Yesterday.' Then they explore perhaps the most signature Ghibli film (and character), the Hayo…

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Rudy / Sexy Beast 1:08:33

1+ y ago1:08:33

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This episode Adam reacts to Jake's go to Thanksgiving movie, the classic underdog story, "Rudy." Jake then reacts to the Jonathan Glazer, Crime/Thriller, with a twist, "Sexy Beast." Beware all rabbit hunters! Enjoy! Heres To The Movies. Instagram @herestothemovies Twitter @tothemovies2023 Email [email protected]…

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Popcorn Eschaton 31 - 'Antz' And 'A Bug's Life' 37:35

1+ y ago37:35

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Scott and John burrow deep into animation for the first time on Popcorn Eschaton! For their initial foray, they explore a pair of late 1990s anthropomorphized ant flicks, 'Antz' and 'A Bug's Life.' They discuss the organizing principles in both films, the power of the individual, and even the importance of restorative justice. Cartoons deserve equi…

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Cool Hand Luke / Cats / Mailbag 2:10:58

1+ y ago2:10:58

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To celebrate episode 20, Adam and Jake answer mailbag questions and react to the two greatest cinematic achievements of the last 100 years: "Cool Hand Luke" and "Cats." Enjoy! Here's To The Movies! Instagram @herestothemovies Twitter @tothemovies2023 Email [email protected] Adam Bryant and Jake Richards

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Episode 1: Cool-hand Luke Atay 59:27

1+ y ago59:27

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Greetings new listeners and welcome back old fans of Repurposed Canvases. Today our guest is Luke Atay, a gifted tattoo artist from New York City. As we sit here live in the infamous East Side Ink studio, we're surrounded by patient needle cartridges, overflowing ink trays, and globs of petroleum jelly. In this episode, we'll learn what it takes to…

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Episode 0: Setting the scene 0:59

1+ y ago0:59

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Throughout history artisans and amateurs alike have faced the same question: how to start over and begin again? Have you ever wondered exactly how they transform a blank piece of paper or solid block of stone into that next masterpiece? In this podcast we will talk with artists of every stripe: painters, sculptors, knitters, carvers, blowers, tagge…

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Popcorn Eschaton 30 - 'Love And Fury' And 'Mekko' 44:49

1+ y ago44:49

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Scott and John take a look at two films by 'Reservation Dogs' co-creator Sterlin Harjo: the 2020 documentary on Native American artists 'Love and Fury' and the 2015 drama of communal darkness and spiritual rejuvenation 'Mekko.' They also discuss the relative lack of Indigenous representation behind the camera and how America is determined to forget…

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Popcorn Eschaton 29 - 'Perfect Days' 41:06

2y ago41:06

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On this Popcorn Eschaton, we revisit director Wim Wenders with his latest film 'Perfect Days,' a movie that resonates with harmony and a zen joy, communicated beautifully by its lead actor Yakusho Koji. Scott and John discuss how Wenders depicts Tokyo, how 'Perfect Days' bewitches its audience's attention, and the beauty of seeing quiet films in th…

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Popcorn Eschaton 28 - 'Paris Is Burning' And '80 Blocks From Tiffany's' 57:42

2y ago57:42

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Scott and John take a trip to New York City with a pair of time capsule documentaries! They focus on the legendary 1990 film 'Paris is Burning,' how it captures an inimitable celebration of queer life and queer spaces, and the troubling outside-of-the-art aspects of the film. Then they shift to '80 Blocks from Tiffany's,' a chronicle of gang life i…