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Coaching Culture with Ben HerringPaul Tito: Keeping things simple, and the art of confrontations.Questions? Text Ben Herring direct.Rugby enthusiasts and culture aficionados alike, prepare for a fascinating conversation with Paul Tito, affectionately known in the rugby world as "Fish." A seasoned veteran whose career spans over 25 years, Paul shares his journey from New Plymouth Boys High School to captaining renowned teams like the New Zealand Maori and Cardiff. Discover how his transition from player to coach has been fueled by a commitment to fostering team culture and leadership. With his trademark honesty and humor, Paul offers insights into the challenges faced by structured rugby nations and the enduring importance...2025-02-161h 20

Ruddle Me This! with Taylor Ruddle104. Why Did 3 Waters Fail? with Comedian Ben "Tito" CaldwellToday I'm joined by Ben "Tito" Caldwell, one of my best mates in the NZ Comedy scene and we got talking about local politics, something that I don't understand a lot about but Ben is super into. We were driving home the night before and I asked Ben why the controversial 3 Waters initiative failed here in New Zealand and he gave me a really detailed but easy to understand answer. I asked him if he'd be keen to share that on the podcast and he was! We ended up having a real good chat about local politics, comedy and other...2025-01-121h 09

916 at the MoviesOscars 2025 Best Actress and WICKED Predictions | Oscars Tier ListWith Wicked just debuting and becoming a phenomenon it seems like an apt time to discuss the Best Supporting Actress race which Ariana Grande has now officially joined for Wicked! The award contenders and nominations are wide open with no clear frontrunner formulating. Now, film critic Ben Friedman decided to look back at the past 11 months and prognosticate early contenders for next years Oscars ceremony focusing on Best Supporting Actress today! Is Ariana Grande the frontrunner to win an Oscar for Wicked? Will the Emilia Perez controversy hurt Zoe Saldana and Selena Gomez's Oscar hopes? Will Saiorse Ronan win...2024-11-2750 min

916 at the MoviesOscars 2025 Best Actress Predictions | Oscars Tier ListWith 2024 nearing its end the 97th Academy Awards hosted by Conan O'Brien rapidly approaches. The award contenders and nominations are wide open with no clear frontrunners formulating. Now, film critic Ben Friedman decided to look back at the first 11 months and prognosticate early contenders for next years Oscars ceremony, focusing on Best Actress today. Is Mikey Madison in ANORA the frontrunner to win best actress? Is Karla Sofia Gascon in EMILIA PEREZ going to make history and become the first transgender woman to be nominated for an academy award? Will Cynthia Erivo become the surprise spoiler and be nominated...2024-11-1727 min

The Ben Herrera ShowThe Ben Herrera ShowWednesday Night: Guest Tito AlfaroWe got Tito in the house tonight. Tune in and have a good laugh.2024-01-111h 26

916 at the MoviesThe Irishman with Keith Phipps!For today's episode, we delve into the mournful crime masterpiece that is Martin Scorsese's "The Irishman.” Join critics Keith Phipps and Ben Friedman as we explore the genius of Scorsese's direction, Robert De Niro's chilling portrayal of Frank Sheeran, the soulfuss of Al Pacino as Jimmy Hoffa, and the return of Joe Pesci to the big screens, in this fascinating deconstruction of the crime genre. We'll discuss the film's themes, its impact on the crime genre, and its enduring legacy in cinema. 🔍 Dive into the world of #TheIrishman 🎥 Analyzing Scorsese's #Masterpiece 🎬 Robert De Niro's #Chilling Performance 💡 Unraveling the #Crime 🎞️ Influence on the #c...2023-10-301h 54

916 at the MoviesSilence with Clayton Davis!Welcome to Film School Dropout, where film critic Ben Friedman and today's guest Variety's Senior Awards Editor Clayton Davis ( @ByClaytonDavis ) embark on a profound journey into the world of cinema and faith. In this video, we'll be delving deep into Martin Scorsese's thought-provoking masterpiece, "Silence." This film is a testament to Scorsese's own faith, as well as a meditation on themes of faith, doubt, and the devout nature of his filmmaking as a Catholic. Follow Clayton Davis All Social Media Platforms: @ByClaytonDavis Variety: https://variety.com/author/clayton-davis/ Martin Scorsese, an iconic director known for classics like "Taxi Driver" and...2023-10-291h 11

916 at the MoviesShutter Island with Spencer Roth-Rose!Welcome to our YouTube analysis of 'Shutter Island' (2010). In this video, comedy writer Spencer Roth Rose and critic Ben Friedman delve deep into Martin Scorsese's psychological thriller to uncover hidden meanings, symbolism, and the intricacies of the storyline. Join us as we explore the complex characters portrayed by Leonardo DiCaprio and Mark Ruffalo, dissect the film's themes of mental illness and the nature of reality, and examine the director's use of suspenseful visuals and music to create a haunting atmosphere. Whether you're a fan of the film or simply curious about its secrets, this analysis will provide you with...2023-10-271h 15

916 at the MoviesThe Aviator with Zaki Hasan!Are you a film enthusiast or a Leonardo DiCaprio fan looking for captivating insights into his journey to stardom? Look no further! In this episode of Film School Dropout, critics Zaki Hasan (IGN, San Francisco Chronicle) and Ben Friedman (Highbrow Magazine) take a deep dive into the iconic movie "The Aviator" and how it played a pivotal role in shaping Leo's career. Join us as we unravel the magic of Martin Scorsese's direction and Leonardo DiCaprio's exceptional acting in "The Aviator." Discover the behind-the-scenes stories, the critical acclaim, and the impact of this film on Hollywood history.2023-10-2458 min

916 at the MoviesGangs of New York with Professor Forrest Hartman!Welcome to my film podcast where we dive deep into the cinematic world! In this episode, Professor Forrest Hartman joins Ben Friedman as they explore the historical epic, "Gangs of New York." Like Killers of the Flower Moon, Gangs of New York is a period piece American story that explores the past to make sense of the present. Join us as we dissect the film's brilliant storytelling, incredible performances, and its portrayal of 19th-century New York. We'll also discuss the film's impact on the industry and its enduring legacy. If you're a movie buff or simply curious about this...2023-10-2359 min

916 at the MoviesKundun with Drew McWeeny!Kundun (1997) - Unmasking Disney's Cowardice in the Face of China's Pressure Prepare to delve into the untold story of "Kundun" (1997), a Martin Scorsese film that has been buried by controversy and Disney's seemingly appeasing stance towards China. Join Drew McWeeny and Ben Friedman as we uncover the complex web of censorship, politics, and corporate decisions that led to this film's obscurity. Find Drew McWeeny: https://drewmcweeny.com Twitter: https://x.com/drewmcweeny?s=21 🔍 Make sure to subscribe and hit the notification bell to stay updated on our critical examination of cinema's unspoken truths. 🎥 In this video, we'll leave no stone...2023-10-221h 21

916 at the MoviesCasino with Mariah Owen!n honor of Killers of the Flower Moon release today, Welcome to our in-depth analysis and discussion of Martin Scorsese's classic film, "Casino" (1995). In this video, Mariah Owen and Ben Friedman dive deep into the world of mobsters, casinos, and the glitz of Las Vegas as we dissect the storytelling, characters, and cinematography that make this movie a true cinematic masterpiece. 🔍 Be sure to hit that subscribe button and ring the notification bell to join our community of film enthusiasts! 🎥 In this video, we cover: - A comprehensive plot breakdown - Character analysis, from Ace Rothstein (Robert De Niro) to Nic...2023-10-211h 10

916 at the MoviesThe Color of Money with Scott Mantz!1986, the summer of Tom Cruise's ascension. In the span of one year Cruise starred in Top Gun and Martin Scorsese's The Color of Money opposite Paul Newman. But how did this pool hustling sports drama turn Tom Cruise into the biggest star in the world? And how did this film essentially save Martin Scorsese's career? Plus, how did this film lead to Paul Newman's first best actor win at the academy awards? Find out here as film critics Scott Mantz and Ben Friedman dive deep into The Color of Money! Guest Links: ...2023-10-151h 06

916 at the MoviesAfter Hours with Jason AlleyIn this thought-provoking video, film fans Jason Alley (Sactown Movie Buffs) and Ben Friedman dive deep into Martin Scorsese's criminally underrated film, "After Hours." Join us as we unpack the themes, symbolism, and wackiness that make this movie an absolute gem. Guest Links: Sactown Movie Buffs: https://www.sactownmoviebuffs.com/2023-10-131h 14

916 at the MoviesThe King of Comedy with Brian RoweWith 'Killers of the Flower Moon' just weeks away, film reviewers Brian and Ben discuss Martin Scorsese's most "slept on" film, THE KING OF COMEDY! Rupert Pupkin, is an aspiring comedy hoping to make it big on The Jerry Langford Show (Jerry Lewis). Robert De Niro stars as Pupkin. Guest Links Find Brian Rowe YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAwardsContender X: https://twitter.com/mrbrianrowe 2023-10-111h 16

916 at the MoviesRaging Bull with Isaac Feldberg!With 'Killers of the Flower Moon' just weeks away, film reviewers Ben and Isaac discuss Martin Scorsese's masterpiece, Raging Bull, which features maybe Robert De Niro's best performance in his career as Jake LaMotta. 'Raging Bull' stars DeNiro and Joe Pesci and features a screenplay by Paul Schrader. Guest Links Find Cody Dericks Letterboxd: ⁠https://letterboxd.com/codymonster91/⁠ Rotten Tomatoes: ⁠⁠https://www.rottentomatoes.com/critics/cody-dericks/movies⁠⁠ Twitter: @codymonster91 ⁠https://twitter.com/codymonster91?lang=en⁠⁠https://twitter.com/codymonster91?lang=en⁠ Find my reviews on Highbrow Magazine: https://www.highbrowmagazine.com I post/tweet my reactions and reviews to movies here: https...2023-10-101h 18

916 at the MoviesTaxi Driver with Mariah Owen!On March 30, 1981 President Ronald Reagan was shot and wounded by John Hinckley Jr. Hinckley believed that assassinating a living President would impress actress Jodie Foster. Thus, Martin Scorsese's Taxi Driver lives in infamy due to its complicated connected to the assassination attempt. With 'Killers of the Flower Moon' just weeks away, film critic Ben Friedman is joined by filmmaker, actor, and founder of production company GTE Productions Mariah Owen to discuss maybe the most controversial movie of the 20th century: Taxi Driver. Directed by Martin Scorsese and written by Paul Schrader, Taxi Driver stars Robert De Niro as Travis...2023-10-081h 45

916 at the MoviesAlice Doesn't Live Here Anymore with Cody Dericks!With 'Killers of the Flower Moon' just weeks away, film writers Ben and Cody join together to discuss Martin Scorsese's first Oscar winning film, 1974's 'Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore' starring Ellen Burstyn, Kris Kristofferson, Alfred Letter Harvey Keitel, and Jodie Foster. Guest: Cody Dericks. Chicago based Film Writer and podcaster for Next Best Picture. Guest Links Find Cody Dericks Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/codymonster91/ Rotten Tomatoes: ⁠https://www.rottentomatoes.com/critics/cody-dericks/movies⁠ Twitter: @codymonster91 https://twitter.com/codymonster91?lang=enht...2023-10-071h 24

916 at the MoviesBoxcar BerthaWith 'Killers of the Flower Moon' just weeks away, film critic Ben covers Martin Scorsese's 2nd film, Boxcar Bertha, an exploitation romance-crime movie starring Barbara Hershey and produced by Roger Corman. 2023-10-0625 min

916 at the MoviesWho's That Knocking at My Door with Thomas Stoneham-JudgeWith 'Killers of the Flower Moon' just weeks away, film critics Ben and Thomas join together to start at the beginning of Martin Scorsese's career and discuss his 1967 film, 'Who's That Knocking at My Door' starring Harvey Keitel and Zina Bethune. Guest: Thomas Stoneham-Judge. Seattle Based Film Critic & Founder of ForReel Guest Links Find Thomas Stoneham-Judge YouTube: ForReel https://www.youtube.com/@thisisforreel Twitter: @beingTSJ ForReel: https://thisisforreel.com/2023-10-051h 24

916 at the MoviesThe Exorcist: Believer (Spoiler Free) Review!The Exorcist: Believer releases in theaters October 6, 2023 and film critic Ben Friedman is here to give his spoiler free thoughts! A sequel to 1973's "The Exorcist", David Gordon Green's sequel follows two families who daughters become possessed by the devil. Leslie Odom Jr., Ellen Burstyn, and Ann Dowd star. The Exorcist: Believer is released by Universal Pictures and produced by Blumhouse. 2023-10-0405 min

916 at the Movies2023 Best Supporting Actress Oscars Power Rankings!Stephanie Hsu, Jamie Lee Curtis, Jean Smart, Women Talking, Dolly De Leon, Keke Palmer, Whoopi! Who will score a best supporting actress nomination? #oscars #womentalking #tar #babylon #powerrankings #fyc #jamieleecurtis #everythingeverywhere 🔵 For more of Ben’s Movie Reviews check out Into the Beniverse: https://intothebeniverse.com 🔴 See More of Ben’s Videos: https://youtube.com/channel/UCFrKfnbJtkchQ4gPfcOdTxw 🔵 Tune into Ben and Bran See a Movie every Friday at 9am: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ben-bran-see-a-movie/id1553597949Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80YjA4NDllMC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw==Sp...2022-12-021h 03

916 at the Movies10 Reviews for 2023 Oscar Contenders!Welcome to The Beniverse and on today's episode I did a round robin review of 10 films with Oscar dreams! #harrystyles #mexico #bardo #guillermodeltoro #shesaid #jenniferlawrence #stopmotion #bansheesofinisherin 🔵 For more of Ben’s Movie Reviews check out Into the Beniverse: https://intothebeniverse.com 🔴 See More of Ben’s Videos: https://youtube.com/channel/UCFrKfnbJtkchQ4gPfcOdTxw 🔵 Tune into Ben and Bran See a Movie every Friday at 9am: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ben-bran-see-a-movie/id1553597949Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80YjA4NDllMC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw==Spotify...2022-11-231h 32

916 at the MoviesHalloween III | The Night The Beniverse Did Not Go LiveHalloween III: Season of the Witch, or as its better known The Halloween movie not featuring Michael Myers! 🔵 For more of Ben’s Movie Reviews check out Into the Beniverse: https://intothebeniverse.com 🔴 See More of Ben’s Videos: https://youtube.com/channel/UCFrKfnbJtkchQ4gPfcOdTxw 🔵 Tune into Ben and Bran See a Movie every Friday at 9am: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ben-bran-see-a-movie/id1553597949 Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80YjA4NDllMC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== Spotify: http...2022-10-1753 min

916 at the MoviesHalloween II | More From the Night The Beniverse Went Live!#halloween #halloweenends #michaelmyers #horror 🔵 For more of Ben’s Movie Reviews check out Into the Beniverse: https://intothebeniverse.com 🔴 See More of Ben’s Videos: https://youtube.com/channel/UCFrKfnbJ... 🔵 Tune into Ben and Bran See a Movie every Friday at 9am: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0XsXRUv... Anchor: https://anchor.fm/bbsam/episodes/Tric... 🔴 Follow Ben on Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/the_beniverse 🔵 Follow Ben on Instagram: https...2022-10-171h 16

916 at the MoviesHalloween (1978) | The Night the Beniverse Went LiveToday on Ben & Bran See a Movie, Ben Friedman and guest Roomate Tris start their Halloween series, where they cover every film within the Halloween franchise. And what better way to start then from the beginning! #halloween #halloweenends #michaelmyers #jamieleecurtis 2022-10-171h 11

916 at the MoviesBest Adapted Screenplay | Oscars 2023 Power RankingsWelcome back to another installment in the ongoing series 'Oscars Power Rankings!' Here are my way too early Oscar predictions for the category of Best Adapted Screenplay. I used mathematical equations and excel spreadsheets to help create the rankings. Is Rian Johnson's Knives Out sequel a lock? Can Blonde overcome the controversy? Will Blank Panther: Wakanda Forever land the MCU its first writing nomination? Why is Women Talking my presumed front runner? Find out the answers to all those questions and more on today's episode! #oscars #venice #tiff #blonde #anadearmas #blackpanther #mcu #rianjohnson #glassonion #thewhale #brendanfraser 2022-09-161h 15

916 at the MoviesThe Lion King (2019)In honor of Robert Zemeckis' latest Disney film, "Pinocchio" Branson and Ben decided to discuss the most successful (and worst?) Disney Live Action adaptation: Lion King (2019). Directed by Jon Favreau the remake stars Donald Glover, Beyonce, Seth Rogen, John Oliver, and Billy Eichner. Check out Ben & Bran See a Movie: a show about movie lovers for movie lovers. Link: https://linktr.ee/beniverse.media For any inquires please contact me at beniverse.media@gmail.com or reach me on Twitter or Instagram @beniverse_media 2022-09-151h 26

916 at the MoviesMost Anticipated Movies of Fall 2022Hello and welcome to The Beniverse! Today, Ben is joined by correspondent and friend Chris Harris to recap the summer movie season and look forward to fall 2022. Chris and Ben each chose their 10 most anticipated projects for Fall 2022, including such films as Glass Onion: A Knives Out Story, Avatar: The Way of Water, The Fabelman, The Whale, Blonde, and many more! Check out Ben & Bran See a Movie: a show about movie lovers for movie lovers. Link: https://linktr.ee/beniverse.media For any inquires please contact me at beniverse.media@gmail.com or reach me o...2022-09-121h 34

916 at the MoviesOscars 2023 Power Rankings! (Best Supporting Actor)Fall is upon us! Which means for movie nerds the film award season rapidly approaches. With Telluride and Venice wrapping up, it only seemed logical to discuss my way too early Oscar Predictions for the category of best supporting actor! Is Ke Huy Quan a lock? Is Paul Dano the frontrunner? Will the Brangelina drama hurt Brad Pitt/Babylon chances? Is Harry Styles' Oscar hopes dead on arrival? Find out here on The Beniverse! #oscars #venice #HarryStyles #dontworrydarling #Brangelina #everythingeverywhereallatonce #mypoliceman #babylon Check out Ben & Bran See a Movie: a show about movie lovers for movi...2022-09-081h 22

916 at the MoviesCatching Up On 2022 I Saw and Forgot to Review!From Nope, to Breaking, to Marmaduke, Senior Year, Cheaper by the Dozen, and The Lost City, there was a lot of movies that have come out in the first half of 2022 that I haven't talked about at all. So I decided to fix that. Today's episode of the show I review a bunch of movies that I forgot/chose not to review throughout the year. Check out Ben & Bran See a Movie: a show about movie lovers for movie lovers. Link: https://linktr.ee/beniverse.media 2022-09-011h 01

916 at the MoviesHollywood Streaming Anxieties and The 10 Best Summer Streaming Movies of 2022With the recent news out of WB regarding Batgirl, host Ben Friedman decided to examine and figure out exactly what is going on when it comes to streaming anxieties within Hollywood. He examines the good and the bad. Then, Ben ranks his 10 favorite summer streaming movies.2022-08-251h 20

916 at the MoviesSchool of Rock | Ben & Bran See a MovieFor many teachers this week marks back to school week! So in honor of the teachers that inspire us Branson, Ben, and guest Jalaal Ahmad discussed the 2003 music comedy School of Rock! The film is directed by Richard Linklater and stars Jack Black as Dewey Finn, a man in arrested development who gets the bright idea to fake being a substitute teacher and form a band with first graders in order to win The Battle of The Bands!2022-08-121h 17