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James Crowley's Infinite Playlist73. Nostalgia with John Donnelly Part 1We’re living in a time before riots and COVID in this week’s episode! My lifelong friend John Donnelly returns to talk about nostalgia on today’s episode, ranging from songs that were popular when we were young to songs our moms and dads taught us.
John’s Playlist:
Elton John-Funeral for a Friend/Love Lies Bleeding
Barry White-Never Never Gonna Give You Up
U2-City of Blinding Lights
Matt Nathanson-Laid
The Specials-Pressure Drop
James’ Playlist:
Megadeth-Back in the Day
The Who-Bo...2021-01-131h 03
Burger-A-Day Podcast49. Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet StreetIt's Halloween. James and Marisa talk about a classic horror musical that Tim Burton put his own twist on. They discuss the differences between the stage and film versions, the origin of the Sweeney Todd legend, and Burton himself.2019-10-311h 14Burger-A-Day Podcast46. TrainspottingJames and Marisa breakdown the "British Pulp Fiction." They talk about Scottish accents, gritty indie films, and drug culture.2019-10-1658 minBurger-A-Day Podcast45. AnastasiaMarisa and James talk about the historically strange Disney knockoff Anastasia. They discuss how strange of a pick this is for a historical adaptation, especially because of Rasputin.2019-10-1054 minBurger-A-Day Podcast44. Some Kind of MonsterThis week, James and Marisa chat about Metallica's possibly biggest what the fuck moment Some Kind of Monster, and their probably worst album St. Anger.2019-10-0335 minBurger-A-Day Podcast43. TommyJames and Marisa chat about this batshit art rock opera. They also discuss how weird it is that Jack Nicholson is in this.2019-09-2650 minBurger-A-Day Podcast42. Wayne's WorldParty on, listeners! This week Marisa Winckowski and James Crowley discuss the early 90's SNL produced masterpiece. They make a bunch of references to pop culture along the way too. Excellent.2019-09-1952 minBurger-A-Day Podcast41. Singin' in the RainJames and Marisa chat about the classic musical. They also breakdown the charm of silent films, jukebox musicals, and tapdancing. Plus, there's a lot fall talk.2019-09-121h 05Burger-A-Day Podcast40. The Wiz LIVEOur first LIVE tv musical. This week, James and Marisa deliver a short episode about NBC's live take on The Wiz. They discuss the nature of these live shows and wonder if there's any purpose to them.2019-09-0936 minBurger-A-Day Podcast39. Sid and NancyAfter a brief catchup on late 2018 trips to Colorado, James and Marisa discuss the druggy Shakespearean drama that is Sid & Nancy. They also breakdown punk history, codependency, and Gary Oldman. 2019-08-291h 04Burger-A-Day Podcast38. The Adventures of Sharkboy and LavagirlThis movie doesn't really have anything to do with music, but it does have one musical-style song! James and Marisa breakdown Robert Rodriguez's weird collaboration with his son. They also talk about the Spy Kids franchise, 3-D, and George Lopez's career trajectory.2019-08-221h 06Burger-A-Day Podcast37. GlitterJames and Marisa discuss the vehicle for Mariah Carey's film career. They chat about what a trainwreck the movie is and how it was not aided by its unfortunate release date. They also discuss A Star is Born, Nick Cannon, and Madison Square Garden.2019-08-1557 minBurger-A-Day Podcast36. GoodfellasMarisa and James dive into Martin Scorsese's mob masterpiece. They discuss mafiosos, The Rolling Stones, Colorado vacations, and The Sopranos.2019-08-0849 minBurger-A-Day Podcast35. Saturday Night FeverMarisa and James break down the 70's disco breakthrough, Saturday Night Fever. They discuss disco, Italian-American culture, and how no one in this movie is a good person.2019-07-311h 05Burger-A-Day Podcast34. Jesus Christ SuperstarJames and Marisa discuss the 1973 film adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Jesus Christ Superstar. They discuss the historical accuracy, Jesus' hotness, and the Cats (Starring Taylor Swift and James Corden) trailer. They also take a turn down the path of Christian media including Davey and Goliath and Veggietales.2019-07-251h 07Burger-A-Day Podcast33. Best Videos of the 90's Part 2!Marisa and James discuss their picks of their favorite videos of the 90's in this epic conclusion!2019-07-1855 minBurger-A-Day Podcast32. Best Music Videos of the 90's Part 1!Our first ever two parter. James and Marisa pick their favorite music videos from the 90's and break them down.2019-07-1153 minBurger-A-Day Podcast31. Rock 'N' Roll High SchoolJames and Marisa discuss this teen comedy vehicle for the Ramones. They discuss the film's cartoonish nature, the horror iconography of P.J. Soles, what the movie gets wrong about punk's popularity. James also tells a Marky Ramone story.
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Marisa and James get into Netflix's Emmy Award winning documentary What Happened Miss Simone? They get into Nina Simone's music, politics, and personal life.2019-06-2049 minBurger-A-Day Podcast28. A Chorus LineMarisa and James discuss the 80's musical adaptation. They compare the stage and screen, discuss theatre and run into some technical difficulties.2019-06-0754 minBurger-A-Day Podcast27. Maximum OverdriveMarisa and James discuss Stephen King's directorial debut, MAXIMUM OVERDRIVE. They breakdown directing on drugs, Stephen King's greatness, AC/DC's greatness but inability to score a film.2019-05-311h 06Burger-A-Day Podcast26. Willy Wonka/Charlie and the Chocolate FactoryJames and Marisa discuss the children's classic, the adaptation of the book, Tim Burton's underrated genius, and the creepy music.2019-05-161h 24Burger-A-Day Podcast25. All the JazzJames and Marisa discuss the 1979 Bob Fosse musical and all it's depressing glory.2019-05-031h 03Burger-A-Day Podcast24. The Producers (2005)James and Marisa discuss the adaptation of the musical adaptation of Mel Brooks' 1967 satire.2019-04-161h 00Burger-A-Day Podcast23. Kanye West-"Runaway"James and Marisa discuss the extended music video for Kanye West's "Runaway" from My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy. They discuss the meme-ability of Kanye, his persona then and now, the album as a whole, and SNL performances.2019-03-141h 08Burger-A-Day Podcast22. Breaking a MonsterJames and Marisa discuss the documentary about teen metal stars Unlocking the Truth!2019-02-2552 minBurger-A-Day Podcast21. Victor VictoriaJames and Marisa discuss the Julie Andrews musical. They get into why this movie ruined Julie Andrews' voice, gay culture throughout history, and soda.2019-02-071h 09Burger-A-Day Podcast20. HerculesThis week James and Marisa discuss one of Disney's most beloved messes. They discuss animation, mythology, and the Disney Renaissance2019-01-241h 09Burger-A-Day Podcast19. Gentlemen Prefer BlondesJames and Marisa discuss the 1953 buddy-comedy. They discuss the Monroe archetype, upstate New York, and child actors.2019-01-1152 minBurger-A-Day Podcast18. WhiplashMarisa and James take on the Damien Chazelle's breakout film, Whiplash. They take on J.K. Simmons' performance, band, and Metallica.2018-12-201h 08Burger-A-Day Podcast17. High FidelityJames and Marisa discuss High Fidelity, the Nick Hornby adaptation that spawned a generation of douchey record shop bros. They get into record store bros, relatable content, and Jack Black's greatness.2018-12-061h 12Burger-A-Day Podcast16. Little Shop of HorrorsHappy Halloween! James and Marisa discuss the 1980's musical adaptation of a classic b-movie. They discuss Rick Moranis, alternate endings, and high school theater.2018-10-2558 minBurger-A-Day Podcast15. The Basketball DiariesJames and Marisa discuss the mid-90's adaptation of Jim Carroll's coming-of-age memoir, The Basketball Diaries. They discuss heroin, Leonardo DiCaprio, Mark Wahlberg, and The Jim Carroll Band.2018-10-1153 minBurger-A-Day Podcast14. Baby DriverMarisa and James jump into Baby Driver and discuss popcorn movies, musical direction, Kevin Spacey, and the Men in Black.2018-08-2356 minBurger-A-Day Podcast13. MulanJames and Marisa talk Mulan, the Disney Renaissance, weird art styles, and the mafia.2018-08-091h 01Burger-A-Day Podcast12. GreaseJames and Marisa chat about the classic 50's themed musical Grease. They discuss the morals of the plot, pick apart the songs, discuss their favorite moments and most cringey moments. Sha la la2018-07-191h 01Burger-A-Day Podcast11. RentJames and Marisa discuss Jonathan Larson's classic Rent. They debate the differences between the stage and the film musical, the changes from the opera, and the film version's song choices.2018-07-051h 00Burger-A-Day Podcast10. Dancer in the DarkJames and Marisa discuss Lars Von Trier's Dancer in the Dark. They dive into his relationship with Bjork, musicals for people who hate them, airplanes, and Bjork's discography.2018-06-141h 15Burger-A-Day Podcast9. This is Spinal TapOn this week's Burger-A-Day podcast, James and Marisa discuss the classic mockumentary that birthed the rockumentary, This is Spinal Tap!2018-05-3151 minBurger-A-Day Podcast8. Swiss Army ManJames Crowley and Marisa Winckowski get shipwrecked with Swiss Army Man. They discuss musicals, Manchester Orchestra, and necrophilia.2018-05-101h 06Burger-A-Day Podcast7. Guardians of the GalaxyIn celebration of Avengers: Infinity Wars coming out, James Crowley and Marisa Winckowski discuss Marvel's most musical film yet: Guardians of the Galaxy. They get into superhero movies, Chris Pratt, 60's and 70's pop, and the MCU.2018-04-261h 04Burger-A-Day Podcast6. High School MusicalIn this week's Burger-A-Day podcast, James Crowley and Marisa Winckowski discuss the Disney Channel classic trilogy of High School Musical. They discuss Sharpay's greatness, the politics of high school theatre, and Kenny Ortega.2018-04-051h 26Burger-A-Day Podcast5. Pulp FictionJames Crowley and Marisa Winckowski discuss Pulp Fiction this week. They touch on everything from Tarantino's gratuitous profanity, the dope soundtrack, and other Tarantino masterpieces.
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Check out our sponsor: the Good Taste Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/good-taste/id1331981072?mt=22018-03-0254 minBurger-A-Day Podcast3. The Phantom of the OperaThis week James Crowley and Marisa Wincowski discuss Joel Schumacher's 2004 adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Weber's Phantom of the Opera. They discuss the differences between the two and ask if it deserves all the hate.
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