Best Richard Pan Podcasts (2025)

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#72 - Love Actually (2003) 1:04:31

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Merry Holiday-mas! Today the Cheese gang are ringing in the holiday spirit by talking about the most insane Holiday Classic that if it were made today would send the director/writer directly to prison. Yes, we're talking about the romantic """comedy"""" Love Actually. Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz Esten Podcast Edited By: Jes…

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Episode 74: Common Grounds with Richard Pennell 1:35:47

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Friend of the pod Richard Pennell returns to chat about his new book Common Grounds. Over the course of the episode we chat about Richard's focus on slightly more rustic golfing adventures throughout the UK, Ireland and farther afield. Common Grounds is published by those lovely people at Grant Books, if you are interested in purchasing the book, p…

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BONUS: "A Christmas Carol" by Jess & Andrew 37:52

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In this BONUS episode Jess & Andrew reenact Charles Dickens "A Christmas Carol" from beginning to end. Give it a listen and have yourself a Merry Holiday Season! Music: We Wish you a Merry Christmas Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Winter Chimes K…

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#71 - The Santa Clause 2 (feat. Big Beak Entertainment) 1:21:55

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Ya better watch out, ya better not cry, you better not expect a concise episode because we're joined by our friend Big Beak Entertainment to talk about the Disney sequel, "The Santa Clause 2," a film about how you can gaslight a woman in less than 20 days. So join us for this fun filled romp. Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz Est…

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BONUS: The Star Wars Holiday Special Commentary 2:12:31

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Here's a special Patreon Preview -- Andrew and Jess's commentary for the iconic flop: The Star Wars Holiday Special! Come join the fun, and give it a watch! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Broadway Podcast Network

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Coroners Complicit in Obscuring Violent Deaths in State Custody / Terence Keel 1:57:29

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Terence Keel returns to discuss his new book from Beacon Press, "The Coroner's Silence: Death Records and the Hidden Victims of Police Violence." "The Moment of Truth" with Jeff Dorchen follows the interview.Check out Terence's book here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/790545/the-coroners-silence-by-terence-keel/Help keep This Is Hell! co…

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#70 - Christmas Special Battle Royale! 55:01

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We're ringing that Holiday feeling by talking about four Christmas Specials and ranking them. Each of our hosts bring a special to the table, and one special was voted on by their very Patrons. So join us as we talk about Pee Wee Herman, Spongebob Squarepants, Mr. Magoo, and Malcom in the Middle. Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz…

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BONUS: Hell's Kitchen | Theatre in the D 28:16

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On this extra special episode of "Theatre in the D" Jess is joined by his good friend Mnemosyne Chirolla to talk about the Alicia Keys Musical "Hell's Kitchen" which is playing at the Fisher Theater December 2 - 14, 2025. If you'd like to get tickets visit Broadway in Detroit! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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The Trail Of Sickness Thru Navajo Nation / Sarah Lazare 1:27:57

17d ago1:27:57

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Sarah Lazare returns to This Is Hell! to talk about her new In These Times piece “They Worked Underground in the Uranium Mines. They've Been Surrounded by Death Ever Since”. Sarah investigates how the uranium industry left a trail of sickness and loss through Navajo territory while President Trump is pushing for another mining boom.We will have new…

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The Durian Witches 8:31

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#69 - Wicked For Good (2025) 1:03:35

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Who can say that I've been changed for the better? Yes we've finally covered both halves of one Wicked movie. We talk about the character assassination of Nessarose, the role of Dorthy, and why the second act of Wicked just isn't as good. Come along for the fun! Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz Esten Podcast Edited By: Jesse McA…

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The BBC's Gaza Fiasco / Daniel Trilling 1:34:45

22d ago1:34:45

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Daniel Trilling returns to discuss his new Equator piece, "Inside the BBC’s Gaza Fiasco: How the world’s most trusted media organisation fell apart." Check out Daniel's article here: https://www.equator.org/articles/inside-the-bbc-s-gaza-fiascoHelp keep This Is Hell! completely listener supported and access bonus episodes by subscribing to our Patr…

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A Trillion Dollar War Machine Keeps Americans Poor and at War / William Hartung & Ben Freeman 1:45:14

22d ago1:45:14

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Quincy Institute scholars William Hartung and Ben Freeman join us to discuss their new book from Bold Type Books, "The Trillion Dollar War Machine: How Runaway Military Spending Drives America into Foreign Wars and Bankrupts Us at Home." "The Moment of Truth" with Jeff Dorchen follows the interview.Check out William and Ben's book here: https://www…

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PATREON PREVIEW - Shrek (2001) 28:43

24d ago28:43

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Here's a preview of our Shrek series which you can hear every episode of now on our Patreon Page Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Broadway Podcast Network

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#68 - Peter Pan & Wendy 1:04:01

27d ago1:04:01

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Faith trust and WOKE NONSENSE. We are wrapping up our Peter Pan month with the most recent film adaptation of Peter Pan, Walt Disney's Peter Pan & Wendy directed by the one and only David Lowery. Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz Esten Podcast Edited By: Nathan P. Keelan Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio This show is a part of…

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5 Best Stephen Schwartz Musicals 42:24

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The Dear Friends are back with you and ready to talk our TOP FIVE FAVORITE STEPHEN SCHWARTZ MUSICALS! What will take the top spot, Wicked? Children of Eden!? You'll have to listen to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Broadway Podcast Network

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#67 - Pan (feat. Sideways) 1:14:23

1M ago1:14:23

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Everyone remembers where they were the day Pan (2015) was released. We all have a favorite character, favorite song, favorite set piece. Embellishing the cultural and historical impact of Pan (2015) is a nigh impossible task. Join us with special guest Sideways as we discuss this artistic juggernaut and try to grapple with the magnitude of its infl…

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American Football's Long, Violent History / Michael Oriard 1:44:04

1M ago1:44:04

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Professor Emeritus and pro footballer Michael Oriard joins us to discuss his new book from University of North Carolina Press, "Sanctioned Savagery: A History of Violence in American Football." "The Moment of Truth" with Jeff Dorchen follows the interview.Check out Michael's book here: https://uncpress.org/9781469690667/sanctioned-savagery/Help kee…

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The Downfall Of Liberal Civilization / Richard Seymour 1:43:36

1M ago1:43:36

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Richard Seymour returns to This Is Hell! to talk about his new book "Disaster Nationalism: The Downfall of Liberal Civilization”, published by Verso Books. Seymour discusses the ideologies amplifying the contemporary right that is distorting modern politics into a nihilistic disaster nationalism.We will have new installments of Rotten History and H…

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#66 - Peter Pan 55:52

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Our Peter Pan Month continues with - and you're gonna never believe this - Peter Pan! This 2003 adaptation centers Wendy as the main character, and features a great Captain Hook courtesy of Jason Isaacs. Come for the crocodile, stay for Jesse and Andrew realizing they can cheat at Breeviews! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch…

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How the Tax Code Made an American Aristocracy / Ray Madoff 1:38:03

1M ago1:38:03

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Legal scholar Ray Madoff joins us to discuss her new book from the University of Chicago Press, "The Second Estate: How the Tax Code Made an American Aristocracy." "The Moment of Truth" with Jeff Dorchen follows the interview.Check out Ray's book here: https://press.uchicago.edu/ucp/books/book/chicago/S/bo256019296.htmlHelp keep This Is Hell! compl…

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How The Prison Industry Dehumanizes And Profits / Bianca Tylek 1:35:07

2M ago1:35:07

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Bianca Tylek speaks to This Is Hell! about “The Prison Industry: How It Works and Who Profits" that is published by the New Press.Bianca Tylek is one of the nation’s leading experts on the prison industry and is the Founder and Executive Director of Worth Rises, a national non-profit dismantling the prison industry and ending the exploitation of th…

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#65 - Hook - feat. Tammy Tuckey 1:23:07

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We're kicking off our Peter Pan month with a special guest! Tammy Tuckey joins us to discuss Steven Spielberg's divisive film Hooked. We discuss chaotic production, learn about the musical that almost was, and Tammy tells us why she loves the movie so much more than Spielberg himself. Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz Esten Podca…

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Back to the Future The Musical | Theatre in the D 25:24

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Prepare your Flux Capacitor because this week on a special bonus episode of "Theatre in the D" we're talking about the musical adaptation of the 1985 film "Back to the Future." There indeed is something about that boy! Buy Tickets at the Detroit Opera House Here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Can One Change The World When Elections And Protests Fail? / Sasha Davis 1:27:23

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Writer and researcher Sasha Davis speaks to This Is Hell! to talk about his new book “Replace The State: How To Change The World When Elections And Protests Fail”, published by University of Minnesota Press. The book talks about bringing new hope for social justice movements by looking to progressive campaigns that have found success by unconventio…

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#64 - Scooby Doo on Zombie Island 1:08:25

2M ago1:08:25

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RUH ROH RAGGY! This week for our extra special Halloween episode we're diving into the animated world of Scooby-Doo to talk about their trip to the titular Zombie Island. Are you ready to go on this trip with us? Of course you are, it'll be a blast. Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz Esten Podcast Edited By: Nathan P. Keelan Keepe…

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Genocide and the Illusion of Western Civilization / Hamid Dabashi 1:41:58

2M ago1:41:58

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Hamid Dabashi returns to This Is Hell! to discuss his new book from Haymarket Books, "After Savagery: Gaza, Genocide, and the Illusion of Western Civilization." Jeff Dorchen edifies us with a new "Moment of Truth" after the interview.Check out Hamid's book here: https://www.haymarketbooks.org/books/2607-after-savageryHelp keep This Is Hell! complet…

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How Capitalism Breeds Vector-Borne Disease / Brent Z. Kaup & Kelly F. Austin 1:26:06

2M ago1:26:06

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Brent Z. Kaup and Kelly F. Austin join This Is Hell! to talk about their new book "The Pathogens of Finance: How Capitalism Breeds Vector-Borne Disease" published by University of California Press. The Pathogens of Finance explores how the power and profits of Wall Street underpin the contemporary increases in and inadequate responses to vector-bor…

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#63 - The Fly 1:06:24

2M ago1:06:24

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Spooky time has arrived, and we're talking about one of the goopiest films to ever grace the cinematic screens with David Cronenberg's body horror classic "The Fly." Join us while we talk about the hotness of the two leads, the beauty of gross, and how at its heart this is just another Universal Monster movie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi…

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The Great White Hoax / Philip Kadish 1:42:44

2M ago1:42:44

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Philip Kadish joins us to discuss his new book, "The Great White Hoax: Two Centuries of Selling Racism in America" from The New Press. "The Moment of Truth" with Jeff Dorchen follows the interview.Check out Philips book here: https://thenewpress.org/books/the-great-white-hoax/?v=eb65bcceaa5fHelp keep This Is Hell! completely listener supported and …

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Episode 73: Terry Thornton - Close & Uncertain Irish Golfing Adventures 1:06:27

2M ago1:06:27

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In this episode I am joined by Royal Adelaide member and all round good egg Terry Thornton, our chat today focuses on his first trip to Ireland for golf during this passed summer which included 22 rounds over 27 days. Over the course of the episode we discuss favourite Irish courses and holes from his recent trip in addition to many other rabbit ho…

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BONUS: Masquerade NYC (feat. Juliet Antonio) 1:08:40

2M ago1:08:40

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This week for an extra special bonus episode, we're joined by the Keeper of the Cheese themselves Juliet Antonio to talk about the limited run immersive Phantom of the Opera "MASQUERADE NYC" which they had the chance to see recently. Do you want to hear what happened with their experience? You're going to have to listen to find out. Learn more abou…

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The Fascist Attempt To Take Over Yoga / Stewart Home 1:18:59

2M ago1:18:59

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Stewart Home speaks to This Is Hell! about his new book "Fascist Yoga: Grifters, Occultists, White Supremacists, and the New Order In Wellness”, published by Pluto Press.Stewart Home is an artist, filmmaker, pamphleteer, art historian and activist, and the author of countless pulp fictions, including most recently Art School Orgy and She’s My Witch…