Best Duncan Hunter Podcasts (2025)

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The Long American Silent Depression with Robert of Infranomics 1:06:30

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In this episode, Will and financial macroanalyst Robert, of the famous “Infranomics” channel, discuss whether America has been in a long, silent Depression since the 2008 Recession. Pointing to everything from the cost of living as measured in real, gold terms to the massive number of deaths of despair, Robert explains that we likely are in such a …

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Ordinary People (1980) ft. Frank Mandosa 2:38:23

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Dana and Tom with returning guest, Frank Mandosa (Host of Reels of Cinema podcast, co-host of Movies across the Pod), discuss the Best Picture winner of 1980 - Ordinary People: directed by Robert Redford, written by Alvin Sargent, cinematography by John Bailey, music by Marvin Hamlisch, starring Donald Sutherland, Mary Tyler Moore, Judd Hirsch, and…

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The Long Walk 2:00:03

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Step Brothers Hunger Games director Francis Lawrence asks audiences to take a Long Walk in Stephen King’s shoes for the 2025 movie adaptation of the horror writer’s 1979 dystopian novel. Why has Mark Hamill gone to the Dark Side, using brute force to make 50 teenage boys march down America’s post-apocalyptic highways until only one is left standing…

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Running a Family Business, Building a Family Ofice, and a Life of Legacy with Ron Dodson 1:05:45

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In this episode, Will and noted X personality, hedge fund trader, and Dallas-based real estate investor Ron Dodson discuss how his family rose to local prominence, turning a family business into a family office, and a Biblical approach to legacy and family continuity. They also comment on building for the long term, how tax policies incentivize bad…

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Almost Famous (2000) ft. Jesse Sertle 1:55:03

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Dana had to call in sick this week, so Tom and the newest 5x Club member, Jesse Sertle (CineMadison) discuss Almost Famous (2000) for its 25th anniversary: written and directed by Cameron Crowe, cinematography by John Toll, music by Nancy Wilson, starring Billy Crudup, Kate Hudson, Frances McDormand, Jason Lee, and Patrick Fugit. Plot Summary: Almo…

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The Conjuring: Last Rites 1:44:42

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The Warren Reports Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson have been Conjuring stories of demonic possession on movie screens for the last 12 years. Will their career as the preeminent paranormal investigators of the 1960s and 70s end in tragedy now that a Pennsylvanian family needs their help fighting off an axe-wielding ghost in 1986? And can Ed and Lorr…

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Financial Capitalism and Financial Vampirism with AJR Klopp 1:10:11

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In this episode, Will and AJR Klopp discuss the differences between industrial capitalism and financial capitalism, with a focus on DEI, ESG, “zombie companies,” and financial vampirism. They also discuss past financial panics, forced deleveraging, and what that history means for us. Find Mr. Klopp on X here: https://x.com/ThirteenFathers Find him …

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Sunset Boulevard (1950) Revisit ft. Frank Mandosa 1:27:21

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Dana and Tom with Frank Mandosa (host of Reels of Cinema, co-host of Movie Across the Pod) revisit Sunset Boulevard (1950): written and directed by Billy Wilder with Charles Brackett and DM Marshman Jr, cinematography by John F. Seitz, music by Franz Waxman, starring William Holden, Gloria Swanson, and Erich Von Stroheim. Plot Summary: Sunset Boule…

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The Diary of Ellen Rimbauer 1:23:57

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Window of Opportunity Stephen King didn’t write The Diary of Ellen Rimbauer, but this 2003 TV movie attempts to complete the picture of his haunted house, Rose Red. Was the place born from the sin of kinky Steven Brand (Hellraiser: Revelations), who delights in tying up and torturing his new bride and comely maids? Or is the mansion on the side of …

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Jim Harris: Embracing Technology in Hospitality" 38:09

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Join Kieron Bailey as he sits down with Jim Harris of Western Computer, a seasoned expert in food and beverage software, to explore the evolving role of technology in the hospitality industry. From the impact of smartphones to the rise of AI and robotics, Jim shares insights on how technology is reshaping customer expectations and business operatio…

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Bringing Back the Space Age with Tom Swift 49:14

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In this episode, Will and Tom Swift discuss the history of America’s space exploration, with a focus on the Apollo program and its death at the hands of race communism. They discuss the minset behind the Space Age and Atomic Age, the spiritual reasons for its death, the practical consequences of that, and how we can bring it back. Find Tom on Subst…

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Pather Panchali (1955) ft. Peterson W. Hill 1:50:56

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Dana and Tom with 5x Club Member, Peterson W. Hill (Co-Host of the War Starts at Midnight podcast), discuss the Indian cinema classic, Pather Panchali (1955) celebrating its 70th anniversary: written and directed by Satyajit Ray, cinematography by Subrata Mitra, music by Ravi Shankar, starring Kanu Banerjee, Karuna Banerjee, Subir Banerjee, Runki B…

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Rose Red 2:26:18

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Bringing Down The House Stephen King invited audiences back to network television in 2002 for a three-night tour of his haunted house, Rose Red. But did the author successfully refurbish Shirley Jackson’s classic Hill House tale by having an autistic girl be the one to stoke the appetite of a soul-eating Seattle mansion? Or is sitcom star Nancy Tra…

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Spiteful Mutants and Woke Eugenics with Dr. Edward Dutton 1:16:24

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In this episode, Will and Dr. Edward Dutton look at the recent history of the West from a perspective of biology and politics, discussing how certain traits lead to conservative or liberal dispositions and from where wokeness comes, along with what conservative counterraction might come next. They put this in the context of the French Revolution, S…

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All Quiet on the Western Front (1930) ft. Sarah Duncan 1:51:29

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Dana and Tom and 5x Club Member, Sarah Duncan, discuss the Best Picture winner of 1930, All Quiet on the Western Front: directed by Lewis Milestone, written by Maxwell Anderson, George Abbott, and Del Andrews, cinematography by Arthur Edeson, starring Louis Wolheim and Lew Ayres. Plot Summary: All Quiet on the Western Front (1930) follows Paul Bäum…

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Nobody 2 1:57:45

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Nobody Asked for This After finding inner peace with a body count, Nobody Bob Odenkirk’s Hutch Mansell is chasing something even harder: a quiet family vacation. But when a crooked sheriff (Fargo’s Colin Hanks) and a deranged smuggler (Basic Instinct’s Sharon Stone) crash the party, Hutch has to remind everyone that violence is his love language. L…

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Why BlackRock Wants to Take Your Business and House, and How Young Guys Can Prepare for the Coming Disorder with Sean Wieland 1:04:15

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In this episode, Will and returning guest Sean Wieland discuss the coming problem of illiquidity in capital markets and real estate markets as the problems of low wages and high asset prices start to bite. They discuss how market entrants like BlackRock are causing big problems, the disorder that could stem from this problem, how retirement plans a…

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The Social Network (2010) Revisit ft. Peterson W. Hill 2:16:03

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Dana and Tom with 5x Club member, Peterson W. Hill, revisit The Social Network (2010): directed by David Fincher, written by Aaron Sorkin, cinematography by Jeff Cronenweth, music by Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross, starring Jesse Eisenberg, Andrew Garfield, Justin Timberlake, and Armie Hammer. Plot Summary: The Social Network dramatizes the turbulen…

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Nobody 1:52:48

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Nobody Copies John Wick and Gets Away With It Bob Odenkirk (Better Call Saul) might look like your average suburban dad, but Nobody will think that after witnessing his brutal bus beatdown and action flick transformation. Can the unassuming funnyman fight back against the Russian mafia on his own, or does he need the help of his shotgun-wielding oc…

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The Tragedy of French Algeria 56:57

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In this episode, Will and New Imperialist Realist discuss the history and tragedy of French Algeria, which went from being a prosperous colony to a decaying, Third World country in crisis thanks to decolonization. They discuss how the French developed Algeria, its uniqueness in French Colonial history, the course of the war between France and the F…

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The Usual Suspects (1995) 1:21:17

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Dana and Tom discuss The Usual Suspects (1995): directed by Bryan Singer, written by Christopher McQuarrie, music and editing by John Ottman, Cinematography by Newton Thomas Sigel, starring Gabriel Byrne, Stephen Baldwin, Kevin Pollack, Chazz Palminteri, Benicio Del Toro, and Kevin Spacey. Plot Summary: The Usual Suspects is a crime thriller about …

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Dreamcatcher 2:00:07

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Plop Goes The Weasel Thomas Jane (The Mist), Jason Lee (Chasing Amy), Timothy Olyphant (Justified), and Damian Lewis (Billions) arrive at a cabin in the woods to drink beer, sing “Blue Bayou”, and process childhood trauma. But their annual hunting trip gets hijacked by space aliens exploding out their asses in the 2003 nightmare film Dreamcatcher. …

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Rachel Smalling on Navigating Customer Expectations and Reviews 1:06:43

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Join Rachel Smalling and Susan on the Restaurant Talk podcast by Save Fry Oil as they delve into the realities of running small businesses, from managing customer expectations to the intricacies of partnerships. Rachel is the owner of 1854 Cocktail Bar & Lounge (a Cookeville TN Speak easy), a Dale Hollow Tn fishing lodge, and an Inn on Dale Hollow …

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From Cardiff to Amsterdam: David Burton's Hard Rock Journey 38:18

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Join Kieron Bailey on the Restaurant Talk Podcast as he sits down with David Burton, a seasoned hospitality professional with over 20 years at Hard Rock Cafe. From Cardiff to Amsterdam, David shares his experiences, the challenges of kitchen life, and the camaraderie that makes the restaurant industry unique. Discover the stories behind the scenes,…

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The Advantages of an Entrepreneurial Life with Jason Robertson 49:18

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In this episode, Will and Jason Robertson, also of the American Tribune, discuss the advantages of shifting from corporate work to being an entrepreneur. They particularly focus on the mindset shift that comes with doing something yourself, how America would benefit from returning to high levels of self-employment, and what the problems with modern…

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Surviving Mugabe and Bounty Hunter Adventures in Zambia with Rory Duncan 1:28:45

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In this breathtaking episode, Rhodesia-born farmer and businessman Rory Duncan discusses his days resisting the Mugabe regime in post-Bush War Zimbabwe and how the regime brutally punished him for his politics. He also tells tales of his life as a bounty hunter in Zambia, and how he worked with everyone from tribal chiefs to Angolan Civil War veter…

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The Night of the Hunter (1955) ft. Ryan Luis Rodriguez 1:52:31

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Dana and Tom with returning guest, Ryan Luis Rodriguez (Host of One Track Mind, Co-Host of Reels of Justice Podcast) discuss The Night of the Hunter (1955), celebrating its 70th anniversary: directed by Charles Laughton, written by James Agee, cinematography by Stanley Cortez, music by Walter Schumann, starring Robert Mitchum, Shelley Winters, Lill…

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The Fantastic Four: First Steps 2:03:10

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The Baby Bunch The MCU takes its First Steps into Phase Six by bringing comic's premiere family, The Fantastic Four, back into the fold. But was newborn Franklin also mutated by the cosmic storm that stretched the talents of Pedro Pascal (The Last of Us), disappeared Vanessa Kirby (The Crown), got Ebon Moss-Bachrach (The Bear) rock hard, and made J…

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How To Successfully Open New Restaurants With Jae Lee 51:14

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Join us on the Restaurant Talk by Save Fry Oil as we dive into the inspiring journey of Jae Lee, a visionary chef and restaurateur who has successfully opened multiple restaurant locations. Discover how Jae's passion for Korean-American cuisine and his relentless drive have fueled his expansion from New York to Boston. Key Highlights: Jae's early b…

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Viral Chinese Restaurant Great Fountain's Anna Ping Discusses Tradition vs Innovation 47:41

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In this episode of the Restaurant Talk by Save Fry Oil podcast, host Susan Tung interviews Anna, the daughter of the owners of Great Fountain, a Hong Kong-style fast food stall in Scarborough. They discuss the journey of the family business, the impact of social media on customer engagement, and the challenges of staffing and cost management in the…

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Jamie Henderson of Wagamama on Food Innovation and Team Culture with Kieron Bailey 34:26

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Hosted by Kieron Bailey on Restaurant Talk by Save Fry Oil Guest Jamie Henderson - Food Development Chef at Wagamama 18 years in hospitality, 16 years with Wagamama Started as line chef in Leicester, worked his way up through the ranks Spent time opening restaurants in the US (New York, Boston) Currently part of the food innovation team in London K…

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Toy Story 3 (2010) ft. Terry Bartley 1:48:01

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Dana and Tom with returning guest, Terry Bartley (author and host of Most Writers are Fans podcast), discuss Toy Story 3 (2010) for its 15th anniversary: directed by Lee Unkrich, written by Michael Arndt, cinematography by Jeremy Lasky and Kim White, music by Randy Newman, starring Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Joan Cusack, John Ratzenberger, Don Rickles, …

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Thunderbolts* 1:43:45

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What About Bob? Marvel Studios turns to treacherous CIA director Julia Louis-Dreyfus (Seinfeld) to help them identify New Avengers to replace their most iconic superheroes, and carry the franchise forward. But will longtime MCU fans buy a ticket (or even a box of Wheaties) for a ragtag assembly of antiheroes known as the Thunderbolts? Listen Now to…

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Can Britain Be Saved with KM Breakey 49:15

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Can Britain Be Saved with KM Breakey In this episode, Will and novelist KM Breakey discuss his new book, Britain on the Brink. They focus on the migration problem facing Europe, Canada, and America, and if there is any realistic way for the problem to be fixed. They also discuss when the decline began, when it became terminal, and why it’s happenin…

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Inception (2010) ft. Walter Gainer 1:57:50

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Dana and Tom with 5x Club member, Walter Gainer (Founder of Boss Locks Media and Host of The Working While Black Show) discuss Inception (2010) for its 15th Anniversary: written and directed by Christopher Nolan, cinematography by Wally Pfister, music by Hans Zimmer, starring Leonard DiCaprio, Elliot Page, Joseph Gordon Levitt, Tom Hardy, Marion Co…

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Superman (2025) 1:53:08

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At last, I finally understand the dangers of investing in Krypto Director James Gunn leaves Guardians of the Galaxy behind to launch DC Studios, starting with the 2025 resurrection of Superman. But can David Corenswet be a Man of Steel to Metropolis after Lex Luthor (Nicholas Hoult) smears his good name in a social media campaign that questions why…

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Can We Save Small Towns? with Councilman Harnish 1:17:08

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In this episode, Will and Indiana’s Coy Colman Brandon Harnish discuss if small town America can be saved from the flight of financial and human capital seen in recent decades. They particularly focus on the opioid crisis, keeping kids in towns, how beautification helps, and what projects have succeeded so far. As a small town council member, Mr Ha…

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Jaws (1975) Re-Revisit ft. Klarissa and Ralph Esparza 1:36:44

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Dana and Tom with returning guests Klarissa (I've Seen That One (IG)) and Ralph Esparza (Film Producer) re-revisit Jaws (1975) for its 50th Anniversary: directed by Steven Spielberg, written by Peter Benchley and Carl Gottlieb, cinematography by Bill Butler, score by John Williams, starring Roy Scheider, Robert Shaw, and Richard Dreyfuss. Plot Summ…

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Species: The Awakening 1:25:48

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Chariots of Desire Now Playing Podcast closes out the Species retrospective with The Awakening, a made-for-Sci-Fi Channel entry that trades franchise continuity for a new setting, new characters, and the same familiar formula. Set in Mexico, this fourth installment brings in Chariots of Fire’s Ben Cross and Star Trek: Enterprise’s Dominic Keating b…

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Stalin’s War and Why America Aided the Bolsheviks with Rowdy Yates 1:01:34

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In this episode, Will and Rowdy Yates discuss the book “Stalin’s War,” with a focus on how Stalin was able to shape the war to his advantage, what he was planning all along, and how his agents inside the American and British governments shaped out decisions to his advantage. They also note how Stalin’s WWII actions and the decisions foisted on Brit…

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Elmer Gantry (1960) ft. Shoot the Flick 2:07:33

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Dana and Tom are joined by first-time guests, Frankie and Scott (Shoot the Flick), to discuss another Best Picture nominee from 1960 with Elmer Gantry - celebrating its 65th anniversary: written and directed by Richard Brooks, cinematography by John Alton, music by Andre Previn, starring Burt Lancaster, Jean Simmons, Arthur Kennedy, and Shirley Jon…

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Species III 1:23:39

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College hook-up culture meets the world’s worst grad school project. Natasha Henstridge cashed a big check for a tiny role in Species III, a bargain-bin sequel that trades theaters for dorm rooms and solid science for sci-fi nonsense. Sil’s alien legacy lives on through her daughter, but with less money to burn, things get even dumber. There’s stil…

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Book Review: I Know What You Did Last Summer by Lois Duncan 23:37

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Do you think you know what they did last summer? Think again! Our 2025 Summer/Fall Donation Drive kicks off today with our review of I Know What You Did Last Summer, the 1997 slasher that made hook hands cool again. But before the gore, there was... guilt? In this bonus episode, Arnie digs into the 1973 young-adult novel by Lois Duncan. But slasher…

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How Canada Became Gay and the Rotten Elite that Rules It with John Carter 1:03:43

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In this episode, Will and John Carter discuss the history of Canada with a focus on how it went from being a reactionary state filled with High Tories into a state defined by mass migration and managerial socialism. They particularly focus on how Canada’s founding identity was destroyed by the fall of the British Empire and post-war socialism, how …

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The Apartment (1960) ft. Christine Duncan 1:41:38

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Dana and Tom welcome back Christine Duncan to discuss the Best Picture winner of 1960, The Apartment: written and directed by Billy Wilder with I.A.L. Diamond, cinematography by Joseph LaShelle, music by Adolph Deutsch, starring Jack Lemmon, Shirley MacLaine, and Fred MacMurray. Plot Summary: C.C. Baxter (Jack Lemmon), an ambitious office clerk in …

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Species II 1:57:42

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Houston, we have a baby mama problem. What happens when a space mission goes wrong, and the astronauts bring back more than just Mars rocks? You get Species II, a bigger, bolder, and weirder follow-up that doubles down on the sleaze, the sci-fi, and the mutant mating. Today, our hosts dive into this sequel, pondering the true mystery: why should Pe…

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Preparing in the Face of Riots with Don Shift 48:42

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In this episode, Will and Don Shift discuss the current state of riots in America and how to prepare for them, as an aware citizen. They discuss the warning signs of protests turning into riots, what the major riots of the 20th century should teach us as we prepare today, and why police are hamstrung as they try to deal with rioters. Find Don Shift…

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Inside Out (2015) 1:09:01

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Dana and Tom discuss Inside Out (2015) for its 10th Anniversary: written and directed by Pete Docter with Meg LeFauve and Josh Cooley, cinematography by Patrick Lin and Kim White, music by Michael Giacchino, starring Amy Poehler, Phyllis Smith, Bill Hader, Mindy Kaling, and Lewis Black. Plot Summary: Inside Out takes place largely inside the mind o…

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Species 2:02:08

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Came to mate, stayed to mutilate. 30 years ago, Species slithered onto screens with a deadly combo: sexy aliens, mad science, and a cast way too good for this movie. Today Now Playing Podcast kicks off a four-part retrospective of this cult-favorite creature feature franchise, asking the hard questions: Was Sil just misunderstood? Is Alfred Molina …

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The Ideal of Chivalry and Noblesse Oblige with Chivalry Guild 53:17

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In this episode, Will and Chivalry Guild discuss the medieval ideal of chivalry and how it’s relevant today. They focus on who exemplified the ideal, how it differs from Classical views of virtue, and whether local or national politics are a better avenue for acting it out in the present. Find Chivalry Guild on X here: https://x.com/ChivalryGuild C…