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The Novice Elitists Film PodcastTNE Speakeasy: Bonus #80 (The Third Annual New Years Special with Caleb & Isaac)After another 12 months with the podcast, Caleb and Isaac return for their third New Years special. And picking up some of the threads from last years episode, we discuss some of our failures and successes during 2022. We also discuss their favorite episodes they've recorded this year, and upcoming episodes on the 2023 schedule.
As always, for everyone who's listened to the show over the past year, happy new year and thanks for spending time with us in 2022. And to all our guest hosts, we raise you a toast and look forward to another year of fun conversations. 🥳
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Prognosis Negative Movie ReviewsTT #8 Dominion: Prequel to the Exorcist (2005) & Exorcist: The Beginning (2004) [Novice Elitists Presents...]ProgNeg Bonus Release: "Terminal Take" #8 It's Prognosis Negative Featuring Caleb, Sean, and Eric. This episode is a bonus release of Eric and Sean's appearance on The Novice Elitists Film Podcast covering Dominion: Prequel to the Exorcist & Exorcist: The Beginning. ProgNeg will return with future episodes of The Reboot Era, but until then we will be releasing several of Eric's recent collaboration with The Novice Elitists Film Podcast. This discussion was filmed in front of a live bar-side audience on Feb. 15th, 2023. WARNING: This discussion contains miscellaneous SPOILERS pertaining to the film(s) di...
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Star Trek: Romulans Bearing GiftsRBG #43 Spock Amok [SNW] 1.5Maybe they’re just looking for somebody to take their point of view. Radical empathy. Maybe what they value the most in others is the capacity to see things their way. (Unknown) 2259 Welcome to Romulans Bearing Gifts Four One featuring Carl, Caleb and Eric. Join us as we continue Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 1, with Episode 5, Spock Amok. Let the Banter Begin! In canonical Saucer Section episodes of this show, the original 3 hosts take turns choosing random Star Trek episodes from any era/show for the hosts to digest and discuss. This is a ca...
2022-12-271h 22The Novice Elitists Film PodcastAvatar: The Way of Water (2022) {James Cameron Retrospective}The James Cameron series returns for its final entry, as Isaac, Caleb and Eric tackle the newly released film, Avatar: The Way of Water. How will this film continue the story 13 years after the firs one was released? Which entry will your hosts prefer? And on top of those questions and more, stay tuned until the end as your hosts give their rankings for all 8 films in this series!
Thanks a lot for everyone who's followed us along for this series, we've had a lot of fun, and we hope you have too.
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2022-12-263h 14The Novice Elitists Film PodcastTNE Speakeasy: Bonus #42 (80s Movies, Bond Henchmen, and More ft. Eric & Caleb)Taking another dive into the TNE archive, we come to our final entry from 2021, with Caleb and Eric's bonus material from their Persona discussion. So listen in as they discuss the way 80s movies permeated the culture at the time, their thoughts on the standout Bond Henchmen versus the ones that wasted their potential. And they also discuss the career of Oliver Stone, among a variety of other topics.
This episode was recorded on Dec. 3rd, 2021.
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2022-12-231h 17The Novice Elitists Film PodcastBear (1976) (The Book Club)After a long delay, Johnny, Isaac and Caleb have come together again for their third Book Club episode, this time discussing Isaac's first pick, the highly controversial 1976 Canadian novel, Bear. How will your hosts react to this story of a romance between a lonely woman and a bear? Only one way to find out...▶️
This episode was recorded on Aug. 22nd, 2022.
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2022-12-191h 22The Novice Elitists Film PodcastAvatar (2009) {James Cameron Retrospective}Arriving at the penultimate edition of our James Cameron series, Caleb, Isaac and Eric discuss the most recent of Cameron's releases (as of the time of recording), the 2009 science fiction smash hit, Avatar. Will there be disagreement among your hosts on this entry? And will this viewing get your hosts hyped for the coming sequel? Only one way to find out...▶️
This episode was recorded on Nov. 28th, 2022.
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2022-12-123h 38The Novice Elitists Film PodcastThe Daughter of Doctor Moreau (2022) (Book Discussion)Caleb and Brianna return for yet another book discussion, this time covering The Daughter of Doctor Moreau. But not only did the two of them read Silvia Moreno-Garcia's re-imaging of the story, they also read the original The Island of Doctor Moreau by H.G. Welles, and watched the 1932 film adaptation, The Island of Lost Souls. What did your hosts think of Moreno-Garcia's take on the story? Find out now!
This discussion was recorded on October 19th, 2022.
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2022-12-1039 minThe Novice Elitists Film PodcastObi-Wan Kenobi: Episodes 1-3 (2022)The Star Wars crew once again reunite, although things are looking a little more sparse than the usual! Due to a need for spiritual sabbatical, Isaac has once again found himself spending some time in the Himalayas for rest. Meanwhile Sean has once again found himself afoul of a violent cat scratch.
So while they're away, Steve, Caleb, and Eric decided to keep the mics warm by discussing the first three episodes of the semi-new Disney+ series, Obi-Wan Kenobi. What will your hosts think of this somewhat divisive series? Find out now!
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2022-12-052h 46The Novice Elitists Film PodcastTNE Speakeasy: Bonus #67 (Top Gun: Maverick, ScreenX. Ms. Marvel, and more)Releasing some of the bonus material from our pre-discussion during our episode on The Abyss, Caleb, Eric and Isaac chat for a brief while on a smattering of topics, touching briefly on the new cinema format, ScreenX. Then to round out the discussion, Caleb and Eric discuss Top Gun: Maverick, and Caleb's viewing of it in ScreenX, as well as their thoughts on Ms. Marvel and She-Hulk.
This recording was an amalgam of two discussions from Sept. 12th & 20th, 2022.
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2022-12-021h 01The Novice Elitists Film PodcastTitanic (1997) {James Cameron Retrospective}PART ONE:
The James Cameron series continues for yet another entry, as Isaac and Caleb are once again joined by Eric as they return to the ocean's depths, this time covering Titanic! And speaking of Titanic, that also means we've returned for the second entry in our Titanic series, following up on last year's commentary on The Legend of Titanic (1999). Will this film be an improvement over that "classic" animated film? What will your hosts think of James Cameron's first foray into the disaster genre? And why did this description start with Part One? Find out all...
2022-11-282h 53Star Trek: Romulans Bearing GiftsRBG #42 Memento Mori [SNW] 1.4As we honor the lives that've been given, let us also be grateful to be still on the journey. (Unknown) 2259 Welcome to Romulans Bearing Gifts Four One featuring Carl, Caleb and Eric. Join us as we continue Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 1, with Episode 4, Memento Mori. Let the Banter Begin! In canonical Saucer Section episodes of this show, the original 3 hosts take turns choosing random Star Trek episodes from any era/show for the hosts to digest and discuss. This is a canonical Refit Era RBG. WARNING: This discussion conta...
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Bending the Elements: An Avatar PodcastEpisode 35: Tales of Ba Sing SeBending the Elements arrives at another milestone as we discuss Tales of Ba Sing Se, one of the beloved entries from Book Two. And apart from the fan favorite elements, we also arrive at the beginning of the end for one of our favorite actors on the show. Will there be disagreement among your hosts on the beloved reputation of this episode? Only one way to find out...▶️
This episode was recorded on Oct. 9th, 2022.
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2022-11-191h 32The Novice Elitists Film PodcastTNE Speakeasy: Bonus #33 (Dune, Doctor Who and Others ft. Eric & Caleb)Digging into the deepest, dustiest section of TNE Archives, we arrive at Bonus #33, where Eric and Caleb discuss the (then) recently released Dune film by Denis Villeneuve, as well as discuss their thoughts on the current state of Doctor Who television, Eric's thoughts on the Foundation tv series, and other topics. So grab a drink or two and settle in with your buds.
This episode was recorded on Oct. 29th, 2021.
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2022-11-181h 15The Novice Elitists Film PodcastTrue Lies (1994) {James Cameron Retrospective}The James Cameron series continues, as Isaac and Caleb are once again joined by Eric to discuss Cameron's fifth outing as director, True Lies! Arnie returns yet again to star, but how will Cameron handle the more comedic tone of this spy-action extravaganza? Find out now in the latest edition of The Novice Elitists Present: Nick Trilbee, Agent of The Omega Sector!
This episode was recorded on Nov. 5th, 2022.
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Prognosis Negative Movie ReviewsTT #7 The Exorcist III (1990) [Novice Elitists Presents...]ProgNeg Bonus Release: "Terminal Take" #7 It's Prognosis Negative Featuring Caleb, Sean, and Eric. This episode is a bonus release of Eric and Sean's appearance on The Novice Elitists Film Podcast covering The Exorcist III (1990). ProgNeg will return with future episodes of The Reboot Era, but until then we will be releasing several of Eric's recent collaboration with The Novice Elitists Film Podcast. This discussion was filmed in front of a live bar-side audience on Mar. 20th, 2021. WARNING: This discussion contains miscellaneous SPOILERS pertaining to the film(s) discussed and possibly Doctor Who! If...
2022-11-121h 56Bending the Elements: An Avatar PodcastEpisode 34: City of Walls and SecretsCaleb and Isaac continue their Journey to Ba Sing Se, now finally arriving within the city walls. But things don't go as smoothly in the Earth Nation as the Gaang is used to. How will our group stand up against governmental bureaucracy? Will Aang finally reunite with Appa? Hit that play button and find out!
This episode was recorded on Oct. 9th, 2022.
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2022-11-061h 34The Novice Elitists Film PodcastTNE Speakeasy: Bonus #49 (On the Career of Steven Spielberg ft. Eric & Caleb)Caleb and Eric return to the bar, and take up a topic they've only briefly touched on in the past. And that's the long career of Steven Spielberg, and the many thoughts your two hosts have had on him. So grab a drink or a snack, and settle in to the conversation.
The discussion was recorded in front of a live-barside audience on Mar. 11th, 2022.
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2022-11-0444 minThe Novice Elitists Film PodcastTerminator 2: Judgement Day (1991) {James Cameron Retrospective}Caleb and Isaac continue their run of James Cameron episodes, this time arriving at Terminator 2: Judgement Day. Sharing some similarities to his genre shift in Aliens, the two discuss the many new elements Cameron has brought to the table for the sequel to his debut film. Will they like this one more than the first? And how will this stack up against Aliens and The Abyss? Hit that play button and find out.
This episode was recorded on Oct 3rd, 2022.
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2022-10-312h 03Star Trek: Romulans Bearing GiftsRBG #41 Ghosts of Illyria [SNW] 1.3You don't grow up with a bio-engineered mass murderer as your ancestor and not develop a thick skin (Unknown) 2259 Welcome to Romulans Bearing Gifts Four One featuring Carl, Caleb and Eric. Join us as we continue Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 1, with Episode 3, Ghosts of Illyria. Let the Banter Begin! In canonical Saucer Section episodes of this show, the original 3 hosts take turns choosing random Star Trek episodes from any era/show for the hosts to digest and discuss. This is a canonical Refit Era RBG. WARNING: This discussion conta...
2022-10-301h 11The Novice Elitists Film PodcastBlack Adam (2022)Caleb and Isaac return for yet another review on a newly released film! But unlike the usual short reviews we do for our bonus reviews, Caleb and Isaac dig deep into the film with their memories still freshly intact. Will the boys use this film as a jumping off point to discuss the current state of the MCU? And will Isaac enjoy a newly released super hero film? Find out all these questions and more in this brand new edition of The Novice Elitists' Present: Shazam! Now We're Super Podcasters!
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2022-10-282h 05Bending the Elements: An Avatar PodcastEpisode 33: The DrillBending the Elements returns for the second part of The Journey to Ba Sing Se duology, this time finding out what happens when Team A takes on Azula's Drill of Evil! Look out Team Avatar! Azula Drill, Attack!
This episode was recorded on Sept. 19th, 2022.
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2022-10-221h 12Star Trek: Romulans Bearing GiftsRBG #40 Children of the Comet [SNW] 1.2I've never understood the human inclination to laugh at others' misfortune. It feels impolite. (Unknown) 2259 Welcome to Romulans Bearing Gifts Four Zero featuring Carl, Caleb and Eric. Join us as we finally finish Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 2, with Episode 2, Children of the Comet. Let the Banter Begin! In canonical Saucer Section episodes of this show, the original 3 hosts take turns choosing random Star Trek episodes from any era/show for the hosts to digest and discuss. This is a canonical Refit Era RBG. WARNING: This discussion contains miscellaneous The...
2022-10-201h 16The Novice Elitists Film PodcastTNE Speakeasy: Bonus #70 (Caleb and Isaac Discuss Attending a WWE House Show, Recent Movie Trailers and more)Caleb and Isaac return to The Novice Elitists' Speakeasy to discuss their recent attendence of WWE's Saturday Night Main Event, a house show that was held in Vancouver B.C. They also get into some of the trailers they saw before screening the Avatar Re-release, as well as a variety of other topics. All an all, it's just another fun day at the bar.
This episode was recorded on Oct. 2nd, 2022.
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Prognosis Negative Movie ReviewsProgNeg #38 InterstellarFlight Night: It's Prognosis Negative Three Eight, featuring Sean and Eric. Join us as we have a few drinks and discuss the 2014 film, Interstellar. Dive in and discover if we go type O Neg or Pos! This is a non-canonical ProgNeg. WARNING: This discussion contains miscellaneous SPOILERS pertaining to the film(s) discussed and possibly Doctor Who! If you are 100% spoilerphobic to films not yet seen, do not complain to us. This episode is mostly negative (though often that is a misnomer) and contains EXPLICIT terms, concepts, and as always expect strokes of innuendo throughout.
2022-10-131h 48The Novice Elitists Film PodcastThe Beyond (1981) {Lucio Fulci’s Gates of Hell Trilogy}The Halloween Festivities continue as Johnny, Sean, Caleb and Isaac continue their series covering the three films from Lucio Fulci's unofficial Trilogy, The Gates of Hell! For this episode, they're turning the podcast spotlight on the second entry, The Beyond.
This episode was recorded on Sept. 5th, 2022.
And just as a bit of programming notes, due to unforeseen scheduling issues, our final episode in this series will be delayed until November, and a commentary on John Carpenter's Ghosts of Mars will take its spot. Hope you all have a Happy Halloween, and...
2022-10-101h 38Bending the Elements: An Avatar PodcastEpisode 32: The Serpent’s PassCaleb and Isaac continue their travels with Team Avatar as they make their way to the city of Ba Sing Se. This time taking a detour along The Serpent's Pass! What will your hosts think of this first part in yet another duology of episodes? Find out now!
This episode was recorded on Sept. 19th, 2022.
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2022-10-081h 29The Novice Elitists Film PodcastAliens (1986) {James Cameron Retrospective}The James Cameron Retrospective returns for its second entry, as Eric joins Isaac and Caleb to discuss one of the most well-regarded sequels of all time! All of your hosts are big fans of the film, so you'll have to forgive the massive runtime on this one.
This episode was recorded on August 29th, 2022.
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2022-10-033h 10The Novice Elitists Film PodcastCity of the Living Dead (1980) {Lucio Fulci’s Gates of Hell Series}Halloween has arrived here at The Novice Elitists Speakeasy, and to celebrate the season, Caleb and Isaac have gathered frequent co-hosts Sean and Johnny to join them on this years' horror festivities by taking a look at three films by famed Italian horror director, Lucio Fulci! The Gates of Hell (unofficial) Trilogy begins with his splatter spectacular, City of the Living Dead, so pop on a copy if you have the opportunity, and join us as we discuss this cult classic film.
This episode was recorded August 1st, 2022.
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2022-09-261h 52Bending the Elements: An Avatar PodcastEpisode 31: The DesertBending the Elements returns to follow up on the first part of their 'In the Desert Duology', this time turning their eyes on that episodes' direct sequel, The Desert. Will Aang find his recently lost Bison companion? Or will your hosts get thirsty enough discussing this episode that they decide to try out Sokka's favorite cactus juice concoction? Find out all that and more in this exciting new entry, of The Novice Elitists Presents: Enter the Elements.
This episode was recorded on Sept. 3rd, 2022.
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2022-09-241h 14The Novice Elitists Film PodcastTerminator (1984) {James Cameron Retrospective}In honor of 2022 being the year of James Cameron returning his world of Avatar to the big screen, your hosts have decided to take up the opportunity to return to a type of series they've only tried once before. The Build Up series! So join Caleb and Isaac as we venture through all 7 of Cameron's directed features, starting with Terminator.
And join us every second Monday as we continue through his films until we arrive at Avatar: The Way of Water!
This episode was recorded on July 23rd, 2022.
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2022-09-192h 03The Novice Elitists Film PodcastTNE Speakeasy: Bonus #61 (Our 2022 Trips to Disneyworld and Seattle ft. Caleb and Isaac)Caleb and Isaac return to the bar to sum up some of the trips they made during the summer of 2022, detailing Caleb's 'vacation' in Universal Studios and Disneyworld, and the two discuss their experiences with airports. But besides those topics, they also discuss Isaac's recent visit to Seattle for a Blue Jay's game, and many other topics in this Super-Sized issue of The Novice Elitists Speakeasy.
This episode was recorded on July 18th, 2022.
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2022-09-161h 45Star Trek: Romulans Bearing GiftsRBG #39 Strange New Worlds [SNW] 1.1Most humans, we like to think that, right until the very last instant, somehow, someway, we'll cheat death. Least, I did. (Unknown) 2259 Welcome to Romulans Bearing Gifts Three Nine featuring Carl, Caleb and Eric. Join us as we finally finish Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 1, with Episode 1, Strange New Worlds. Let the Banter Begin! In canonical Saucer Section episodes of this show, the original 3 hosts take turns choosing random Star Trek episodes from any era/show for the hosts to digest and discuss. This is a canonical Refit Era RBG. WARNING: This d...
2022-09-161h 06The Novice Elitists Film PodcastNeed for Speed (2014)Caleb and Isaac mark their return to the Movies Based on Video Games series, and to follow up on the recent release of Bonus #52, they're covering the first pick from The Wreckeriser Randomiser with Need for Speed! So listen in as the two discuss all things racing games (with what little knowledge the two of them have to share), and then discuss this 2014 adaptation of the hit racing series.
This episode was recorded on June 6th, 2022.
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2022-09-121h 39Bending the Elements: An Avatar PodcastEpisode 30: The LibraryAfter a brief hiatus from our usual upload pace, Bending the Elements returns to your podcast feed with Isaac and Caleb taking a trip to the famous Wan Shi Tong Library, as Sokka is on the hunt for some info on the fire nation. What will the boys think of this installment in Book two? Find out now!
This episode was recorded on Sept. 3rd, 2022.
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Prognosis Negative Movie ReviewsProgNeg #37 Prey HUNT: It's Prognosis Negative Three Seven featuring Eric and Caleb. Join us as we have a few drinks and discuss the 2022 film, Prey. Dive in and discover if we go type O Neg or Pos! This is a non-canonical ProgNeg. WARNING: This discussion contains miscellaneous SPOILERS pertaining to the film(s) discussed and possibly Doctor Who! If you are 100% spoilerphobic to films not yet seen, do not complain to us. This episode is mostly negative (though often that is a misnomer) and contains EXPLICIT terms, concepts, and as always expect strokes of innuendo thro...
2022-09-061h 47The Novice Elitists Film PodcastTNE Speakeasy: Bonus #52 (The Great Music Discussion, and the Introduction of the Video Game Movie Randomiser fr. Johnny)Caleb, Johnny and Isaac return to the bar to discuss a variety of topics that Isaac had been silently preparing since Johnny joined the podcast. Going through a large variety of music themed topics, including our favorite albums of 2021, our thoughts on Metallica, Nickelback, Muse, Imagine Dragons and more. And Caleb introduces a new randomiser for the Video Game Movie series! Enjoy all that and more in this exciting, extra long edition of the TNE Speakeasy.
This episode was recorded on Feb. 7th, 2022.
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2022-09-021h 34The Novice Elitists Film PodcastA Psalm for the Wild-Built & A Prayer for the Crown Shy (Book Discussion) [Becky Chambers]Brianna and Caleb return for their next book discussion, this time turning their eyes to two sci-fi novellas written by Becky Chambers. What will your hosts think of these two hopeful solarpunk stories? Find out now!
This episode was recorded on August 4th, 2022.
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2022-08-291h 06The Novice Elitists Film PodcastTNE Speakeasy: Bonus #64 (Thor Love and Thunder and the Future of the MCU ft. Isaac & Caleb)Isaac has once again cornered Caleb in the bar with his microphone and note pad, and presents for you an interview he recorded on Caleb's somewhat fading thoughts on Thor: Love and Thunder. And after they get through with that film, they move on to discussing the current state of the MCU during Phase 4, and what the future looks like for the franchise.
This discussion was recorded on Aug. 15th, 2022.
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2022-08-2648 minStar Trek: Romulans Bearing GiftsRBG #38 Hide and Seek & Farewell [PCD] 2.9-10Humans. Your griefs, your pains, fix you to moments in the past long gone. You're like butterflies with your wings pinned. My old friend, forever the boy who with the errant turn of a skeleton key broke the universe in his own heart. No more. You are now unshackled from the past. As I leave, I leave you free. (Unknown) 2401.0 Welcome to Romulans Bearing Gifts Three Eight featuring Carl, Caleb and Eric. Join us as we finally finish Star Trek: Picard Season 2, with Episodes 9 & 10, Hide and Seek & Farewell. Let the Banter Begin (and end this long a...
2022-08-241h 21The Novice Elitists Film PodcastPaths of Glory (1957) {Stanley Kubrick Retrospective}Caleb and Eric continue onto their final entry in the 50s era of films by famed director Stanley Kubrick. And coming full circle, Kubrick marks the end of his 50s cycle by returning to the beginning of it, by telling yet another intellectually dense war film, but this time with much less of a surrealist bent than the first. How will this stack up for your hosts on this viewing? Hit that play button and find out.
We've both enjoyed this run of Kubrick discussions, and we hope you have too. Look forward to the re...
2022-08-221h 26Bending the Elements: An Avatar PodcastEpisode 29: Bitter WorkThe Bending Elements boys return yet again to the world of Avatar, this time tagging along and spectating as Aang has his first day of Earth Bending training. What will they think as our hero, and Prince Zuko, get back on the practice floor? Find out now!
This episode was recorded on Aug. 15th, 2022.
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2022-08-201h 30The Novice Elitists Film PodcastTNE Speakeasy: Bonus #56 (Halo, Transformers Games, and More ft. Isaac & Caleb)Caleb & Isaac return to the bar yet again to discuss several topics they've come across before. They dive into several veins of video games, including Caleb's recent trek through Halo: Combat Evolved, as well as discuss Spider-Man: Web of Shadows, Transformers: War for Cybertron, among others. We also dive deep into the cultural criticisms surrounding Joker, and other topics.
This discussion was recorded in front of live bar-side audience on Apr. 25th, 2022.
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2022-08-191h 07Star Trek: Romulans Bearing GiftsRBG #37 Mercy [PCD] 2.8Humans. They're all trapped in the past. (Unknown) 2401.0 Welcome to Romulans Bearing Gifts Three Seven featuring Caleb and Eric. Join us as we dive deep into Eric's pick: Star Trek: Picard Season 2, Episode 8, Mercy. Let the Banter Begin! In canonical Saucer Section episodes of this show, the original 3 hosts take turns choosing random Star Trek episodes from any era/show for the hosts to digest and discuss. This is a canonical Refit Era RBG. WARNING: This discussion contains miscellaneous The Original Series, The Animated Series, The Next Generation, Deep Space Nine, Voyager, Enter...
2022-08-1835 minThe Novice Elitists Film PodcastSuperman: TAS: ”Little Girl Lost” (1998) CommentaryThe Superman Retrospective continues with Caleb and Isaac following up on their semi-recent review of Apokolips Now, with Little Girl Lost! Not only is this the finale to season two of Superman: The Animated Series, but it's also the final episode of the TV section of our retrospective. So get your copy of the episode set up and join us as we dive into our next adventure with The Man of Steel.
This episode was recorded on June 25th, 2022.
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2022-08-1253 minStar Trek: Romulans Bearing GiftsRBG #36 Monsters [PCD] 2.7We could all use a dash of extra with all this ordinary. (Unknown) 2401.0 Welcome to Romulans Bearing Gifts Three Six featuring Caleb and Eric. Join us as we dive deep into Eric's pick: Star Trek: Picard Season 2, Episode 7, Monsters. Let the Banter Begin! In canonical Saucer Section episodes of this show, the original 3 hosts take turns choosing random Star Trek episodes from any era/show for the hosts to digest and discuss. This is a canonical Refit Era RBG. WARNING: This discussion contains miscellaneous The Original Series, The Animated Series, The Next Gener...
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Prognosis Negative Movie ReviewsTT #6 Exorcist II: The Heretic (1979) [Novice Elitists Presents...]ProgNeg Bonus Release: "Terminal Take" #6 It's Prognosis Negative Featuring Caleb and Eric. This episode is a bonus release of Eric's appearance on The Novice Elitists Film Podcast covering Wild Strawberries (1957). ProgNeg will return with future episodes of The Reboot Era, but until then we will be releasing several of Eric's recent collaboration with The Novice Elitists Film Podcast. This discussion was filmed in front of a live bar-side audience on Feb. 15th, 2023. WARNING: This discussion contains miscellaneous SPOILERS pertaining to the film(s) discussed and possibly Doctor Who! If you are 100% spoilerphobic to...
2022-08-092h 20Star Trek: Romulans Bearing GiftsRBG #35 Two of One [PCD] 2.6I know what it looks like. Or not. But trust me, we're the good guys. (Unknown) 2401.0 Welcome to Romulans Bearing Gifts Three Five featuring Caleb and Eric. Join us as we dive deep into Eric's pick: Star Trek: Picard Season 2, Episode 6, Two of One. Let the Banter Begin! In canonical Saucer Section episodes of this show, the original 3 hosts take turns choosing random Star Trek episodes from any era/show for the hosts to digest and discuss. This is a canonical Refit Era RBG. WARNING: This discussion contains miscellaneous The Original Series, The...
2022-08-0818 minThe Novice Elitists Film PodcastTNE Speakeasy: Bonus #36 (Bo Burnham, Doctor Who, and Others ft. Eric & Caleb)Taking another dive into the TNE Archives, we present a discussion Caleb and Eric had during their Persona recording. They discuss their thoughts on the beginning of Doctor Who: Flux, as well as get into Eric's admiration for comedian/singer/director Bo Burnham. They also discuss their differing thoughts on the value of tradition, holidays, and a variety of other topics.
This episode was recorded on Dec. 3rd, 2021.
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2022-08-051h 27Star Trek: Romulans Bearing GiftsRBG #34 Fly Me To the Moon [PCD] 2.5If I could encapsulate all the knowledge I've gained through the years from life experience and careful study into a single pearl of wisdom for you, it would be this. People are idiots. 2401.0 (12 APR 2024) Welcome to Romulans Bearing Gifts Three Four featuring Carl, Caleb, and Eric. Join us as we dive deep into Eric's pick: Star Trek: Picard Season 2, Episode 4, Fly Me To the Moon. Let the Banter Begin! In canonical Saucer Section episodes of this show, the original 3 hosts take turns choosing random Star Trek episodes from any era/show for the hosts to digest a...
2022-08-0431 minStar Trek: Romulans Bearing GiftsRBG #33 True Q [TNG] 6.6None of us knew whether she had inherited the capacities of the Q, but recently they've begun to emerge, and uh, as an expert in Humanity, I was sent to investigate. 46192.3 (2369) Welcome to Romulans Bearing Gifts Three Three featuring Carl, Caleb and Eric. Just us as we dive deep into Eric's pick: Star Trek The Next Generation Series Season 6, Episode 6, True Q. Let the Banter Begin! In canonical Saucer Section episodes of this show, the original 3 hosts take turns choosing random Star Trek episodes from any era/show for the hosts to digest and discuss. This is...
2022-08-0240 minThe Novice Elitists Film PodcastResident Evil: Apocalypse (2004) CommentaryReturning once again to the Movies Based on Video Games series, the trio of Caleb, Johnny and Isaac continue to the second entry in the adaptations of the Resident Evil series, this time looking at Resident Evil: Apocalypse. The second film in the series, although you might not guess it with a title like that. Will your hosts find this film to be the Apocalypse of this series? Find out now!
This episode was recorded on Apr. 11th, 2022.
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2022-08-011h 38The Novice Elitists Film PodcastTNE Speakeasy: Bonus #46 (Delving Deep Into the Star Wars Well ft. Isaac, Eric, and Caleb)Caleb, Eric and Isaac returned to the bar during their discussion of the Godzilla anime trilogy, and in between discussing those films, they dug deep into their thoughts on the current state of the Star Wars franchise (prior to them beginning their Redux retrospective!).
This episode was recorded on Dec. 30th, 2021.
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2022-07-291h 36The Novice Elitists Film PodcastKiller’s Kiss (1955) {Stanley Kubrick Retrospective}Caleb and Eric return for the second entry in their series covering all the films directed by Stanley Kubrick, this time looking at his sophomore feature, Killer's Kiss. Still in his early phase, how will this film improve on the shortcomings in Fear and Desire? And how will our hosts feel with this one, after having some divided opinions in the first entry? Hit play and find out!
This episode was recorded on Jan. 28th, 2022.
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2022-07-251h 33Bending the Elements: An Avatar PodcastEpisode 27: Zuko AloneBending the Elements continues their journey through Book Two, this time leaving our usual Gaang in favor of following everybody's least favorite Fire Bender, Prince Zuko. Things aren't going well for our friend with the scarred face, as he finds himself wrapped up in the drama of a small earth nation town. How will Zuko handle this situation alone? And how will this new situation inspire memories from his past? Find out all that and more in this Super Sized Issue of Bending the Elements: An Avatar Podcast.
This episode was recorded on June 27th, 2022.
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2022-07-231h 27The Novice Elitists Film PodcastTNE Speakeasy: Bonus #37 (Discussing The Kubrick Retrospective and More ft. Eric and Caleb)Caleb and Eric return to the bar to discuss a recent rewatch Eric had with Peter Jackson's Hobbit and Lord of the Rings films. And while covering those topics, they also discuss the potential for a new series on the podcast taking a look at all the films by Stanley Kubrick, as well as a variety of other topics.
This episode was recorded on Dec. 3rd, 2021.
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2022-07-2255 minStar Trek: Romulans Bearing GiftsRBG #32 Point of Light [DSC] 2.3"We would like you to work on your recruitment speech." "Don't give me notes." 1025.19 (2257) Welcome to Romulans Bearing Gifts Three Two featuring Caleb and Eric. Join us as we dive deep into Eric's pick: Star Trek Discovery Season 2, Episode 3, Point of Light. Let the Banter Begin! In canonical Saucer Section episodes of this show, the original 3 hosts take turns choosing random Star Trek episodes from any era/show for the hosts to digest and discuss. This is a canonical Refit Era RBG. WARNING: This discussion contains miscellaneous The Original Series, The...
2022-07-221h 08The Novice Elitists Film PodcastSerial Mom (1994)The trio of Caleb, Eric and Sean return yet again to the wild and filthy world of John Waters films. This time turning our eyes to one of his later day entries, with Serial Mom! Like with Pink Flamingos, Caleb and Sean are familiar with the film, with Eric once again playing the role of the newbie. Will third time be the charm for Eric and John Waters? Or will this one once again prove to be a bust? Run, don't walk to hit that play button!
This episode was recorded on Jan. 15th, 2022.
2022-07-181h 35The Novice Elitists Film PodcastTNE Speakeasy: Bonus #35 (The French Dispatch, Lost in Translation and Others ft. Sean, Caleb, and Eric)Digging deep into the TNE Archives, we present the bonus discussion from the Dawn of the Dead (1978) recording, all the way back in November 2021. Sean, Caleb and Eric discuss some of their early thoughts on The French Dispatch, the impact Roger Ebert had on the three of them, as well a variety of other topics.
This episode was recorded on November 5th, 2021.
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2022-07-151h 04Bending the Elements: An Avatar PodcastEpisode 26: The Blind BanditThe Bending the Elements duo continue their journey through Book Two: Earth, and the boys have decided to take in some local color by stopping in for an amateur Bending event. And wouldn't you know it, but Team A have also happened to show up there! Aang is still on the search for an Earth Bending teacher, and he's got his eyes set on a certain child prodigy. Will this candidate work out for our Tattoo-headed hero? Find out now!
This episode was recorded on June 11th, 2022.
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Prognosis Negative Movie ReviewsProgNeg #36 MetropolitanSCREAM: It's Prognosis Negative Three Six featuring Eric and Caleb. Join us as we have a few drinks and discuss the 1990 film, Metropolitan. Dive in and discover if we go type O Neg or Pos This is a Non-canonical ProgNeg, released out of sequence. This discussion was recorded on May 1st, 2022. WARNING: This discussion contains miscellaneous SPOILERS pertaining to the film(s) discussed and possibly Doctor Who! If you are 100% spoilerphobic to films not yet seen, do not complain to us. This episode is mostly negative (though often that is a misnomer) and...
2022-07-131h 31The Novice Elitists Film PodcastFear and Desire (1953) {Stanley Kubrick Retrospective}Welcome once again to a brand new series here on The Novice Elitists Film Podcast, Eric and Caleb are proud to announce that they've been making their way through all the films by Stanley Kubrick. As you can see from the date below, they started this retrospective quite awhile ago, and by the time this is dropping, they've already recorded the episodes for all the Kubrick films from the 1950s. So, like our previous Strange Animation series, we'll be dropping these episodes once every two weeks until we end this run with Paths of Glory. Then we'll return to...
2022-07-111h 40Star Trek: Romulans Bearing GiftsRBG #31 New Eden [DSC] 2.2As a child, I had what my mother called nightmares. She taught me to control my fear by drawing it, rendering fear powerless. The nightmares have returned. 1025.19 (2257) Welcome to Romulans Bearing Gifts Three One featuring Caleb and Eric. Just us as we dive deep into Eric's pick: Star Trek Discovery Season 2, Episode 2, New Eden. Let the Banter Begin! In canonical Saucer Section episodes of this show, the original 3 hosts take turns choosing random Star Trek episodes from any era/show for the hosts to digest and discuss. This is a canonical Refit Era RBG.
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Prognosis Negative Movie ReviewsTT #5 Annie Hall (1977) [Novice Elitists Presents...]ProgNeg Bonus Release: "Terminal Take" #5 It's Prognosis Negative Featuring Eric and Caleb. This episode is a bonus release of Eric's appearance on The Novice Elitists Film Podcast covering Annie Hall (1977). ProgNeg will return with future episodes of The Reboot Era, but until then we will be releasing several of Eric's recent collaboration with The Novice Elitists Film Podcast. This discussion was filmed in front of a live bar-side audience on Oct. 9th, 2021. WARNING: This discussion contains miscellaneous SPOILERS pertaining to the film(s) discussed and possibly Doctor Who! If you are 100% spoilerphobic to...
2022-07-011h 43The Novice Elitists Film PodcastGodzilla Against Mechagodzilla (2002) Commentary#15 The Godzilla Monster Mash series returns yet again with Caleb, Eric and Isaac returning to yet another Millennium Godzilla film directed by Masaaki Tezuka. Following up on his first feature, Tezuka gives us a very similar take on this second swing. What will your hosts think of this one? Find out now!
This episode was recorded on Feb. 28th, 2022.
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2022-06-271h 42Bending the Elements: An Avatar PodcastEpisode 25: Avatar DayThe adventures in Book Two continue on into Avatar Day! The boys have enjoyed their journey so far, but what of this entry? Could this new town spell the end for our tattoo headed hero? And by effect, the same for the podcast journey by the dynamic duo?! Can Aang escape the clutches of the Anti-Avatar hate brigade, or will he meet an untimely, oiley end?! Hope for his safety, and stay manacled to your seats! And find out when you hit that oh so pressable ▶️ button...Same bending time, Same bending channel!
This episode was r...
2022-06-251h 16The Novice Elitists Film PodcastTNE Speakeasy: Bonus #60 (Drink Mixes, Pride 2022, and our Teen Exploits ft. Caleb & Isaac)Caleb and Isaac return to the bar for another laid back discussion, and this time a little more removed from their usual topics. Opening themselves up a little more, as they occasionally do on these shows, the two discuss how they were during their teen years, and the influences that religion and sexual preferences had in their lives. An unplanned tie into this years Pride Month festivities! And they also get into an extended discussion on different types of alcoholic drink mixes, among other topics. So come on down to the TNE Speakeasy, pour a drink or two with...
2022-06-2459 minThe Novice Elitists Film PodcastJohn Wick (2014)Once again the Novice Elitists are making good on their old promises. It's been just over a year since your hosts concluded the final recording in their Female Prisoner Scorpion series, and at the time it was promised that the team of Mhicaella, Isaac and Caleb would one day reunite to discuss the John Wick series: they've finally made good on that promise. But to add even more fun to the mix, frequent co-host Johnny has also come down to the bar, and joined us to discuss the 2014 sleeper hit that kicked off a giant multi-media franchise. What will...
2022-06-201h 30Star Trek: Romulans Bearing GiftsRBG #30 Brother [DSC] 2.1Wherever our mission takes us, we'll try to have a little fun along the way too, alright? Make a little noise. Ruffle a few feathers. 1025.19 (2257) Welcome to Romulans Bearing Gifts Three Zero featuring Caleb and Eric. Just us as we dive deep into Eric's pick: Star Trek Discovery Season 2, Episode 1, Brother. Let the Banter Begin! In canonical Saucer Section episodes of this show, the original 3 hosts take turns choosing random Star Trek episodes from any era/show for the hosts to digest and discuss. This is a canonical Refit Era RBG. WARNING: This discussion cont...
2022-06-1659 minThe Novice Elitists Film PodcastPerfect Blue (1997)The Novice Elitists boys have arrived at the finale of their first Strange Animation series! Caleb and Isaac have enjoyed the ride so far, but how will Satoshi Kon's infamous abstract thriller match up against the previous entries? Find out now!
This episode was recorded on May 14th, 2022.
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2022-06-132h 06The Novice Elitists Film PodcastTNE Speakeasy: Bonus #48 (A Trip Down Memory Lane via Old TV Shows ft. Eric, Isaac, and Caleb)The trio of Eric, Isaac, and Caleb return to discuss their history with several tv shows, including the modern Star Wars and Star Trek programs, as well as venturing back to the likes of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and the convention scene. Come on down to The Novice Elitists Speakeasy, and join the conversation with us.
This conversation was recorded in front of live Barside Audience on Jan. 7th, 2022.
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2022-06-101h 31Star Trek: Romulans Bearing GiftsRBG #29 The Infinite Vulcan [TAS] 1.7Readings indicate the beings used almost 70% of their brains – a very high ratio. 5554.4. Welcome to Romulans Bearing Gifts Two Nine featuring Caleb and Eric. Just us as we dive deep into Caleb's pick: Star Trek The Animated Series Season 1, Episode 7, The Infinite Vulcan. Let the Banter Begin! In canonical Saucer Section episodes of this show, the original 3 hosts take turns choosing random Star Trek episodes from any era/show for the hosts to digest and discuss. This is a canonical Refit Era RBG. WARNING: This discussion contains miscellaneous The Original Series, The Animat...
2022-06-0952 minThe Novice Elitists Film PodcastHow High We Go in the Dark (2022) (Book Discussion)Brianna and Caleb return to the bar to discuss another book, and this time Brianna's chosen a more topical offering! Not only was this book released in the same year that we're recording our episode on it, but additionally, the story is centered on a topic that is still (somewhat) in the cultural zeitgeist. Sequoia Nagamatsu's sophomore release is a collection of short stories that all build into one overarching narrative, taking place over the course of several decades during a global pandemic.
This discussion was recorded on May 4th, 2022.
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2022-06-062h 19The Novice Elitists Film PodcastA Scanner Darkly (2006)Strange Animation, Vol. 1 arrives at it's penultimate entry as Caleb and Isaac are joined by yet another guest for the series. As Eric was the first to bring a Linklater film to the podcast, and hadn't yet seen this one, it was only fitting that he join the boys to discuss the fully rotoscoped 2006 sci-fi cult hit, A Scanner Darkly.
This episode was recorded on Mar. 18th, 2022.
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Prognosis Negative Movie ReviewsTT #4 Slacker (1990) [Novice Elitists Presents...]ProgNeg Bonus Release: "Terminal Take" #4 It's Prognosis Negative Featuring Eric and Caleb. This episode is a bonus release of Eric's appearance on The Novice Elitists Film Podcast covering Slacker (1990). ProgNeg will return with future episodes of The Reboot Era, but until then we will be releasing several of Eric's recent collaboration with The Novice Elitists Film Podcast. This discussion was filmed in front of a live bar-side audience on May 14th, 2021. WARNING: This discussion contains miscellaneous SPOILERS pertaining to the film(s) discussed and possibly Doctor Who! If you are 100% spoilerphobic to fi...
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Prognosis Negative Movie ReviewsTT #3 The Exorcist (1973) [Novice Elitists Presents...]ProgNeg Bonus Release: "Terminal Take" #3 It's Prognosis Negative Featuring Caleb, Sean, and Eric. This episode is a bonus release of Eric and Sean's appearance on The Novice Elitists Film Podcast covering The Exorcist (1973). ProgNeg will return with future episodes of The Reboot Era, but until then we will be releasing several of Eric's recent collaboration with The Novice Elitists Film Podcast. This discussion was filmed in front of a live bar-side audience on Mar. 5th, 2021. WARNING: This discussion contains miscellaneous SPOILERS pertaining to the film(s) discussed and possibly Doctor Who! If yo...
2022-05-211h 53Star Trek: Romulans Bearing GiftsRBG #28 The Watcher [PCD] 2.4Why does the past hurt so much? (Unknown) 2401.0 Welcome to Romulans Bearing Gifts Two Eight featuring Carl, Caleb, and Eric. Just us as we dive deep into Eric's pick: Star Trek Picard Season 2, Episode 4. Let the Banter Begin! In canonical Saucer Section episodes of this show, the original 3 hosts take turns choosing random Star Trek episodes from any era/show for the hosts to digest and discuss. This is a canonical Refit Era RBG. WARNING: This discussion contains miscellaneous The Original Series, The Animated Series, The Next Generation, Deep Space Nine, Voyager, Enterprise, and/or...
2022-05-1737 minThe Novice Elitists Film PodcastAngel’s Egg (1985)Strange Animation Vol. 1 continues as Caleb and Isaac are joined by our first guest for this series, Mhicaella! And for this second entry, we're leaping into the mid 80s and crossing over to Japan as we wade our way through Mamoru Oshii's surrealist classic, Angel's Egg.
This episode was recorded on Feb. 7th, 2022.
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2022-05-161h 23The Novice Elitists Film PodcastTNE Speakeasy: Bonus #47 (Discussing Video Games, video game movies, and more)Caleb and Isaac return to the bar, and shockingly, it's just the two of them this time! The last time we released a bonus episode like this was all the way back in January, with Bonus #31. And today we're gonna cover much of the same ground. Video Games are once again brought to the forefront of the discussion, which dovetails into some talk on Video Game Based movies. But as we're often prone to doing, we also take a detour back into the wrestling world to discuss Wrestlemania 38, Night One.
This episode was recorded over mu...
2022-05-1357 minStar Trek: Romulans Bearing GiftsRBG #27 Assimilation [PCD] 2.3Halfway to hell is still not a recommended destination. (Unknown) 2401.0 Welcome to Romulans Bearing Gifts Two Seven featuring Carl, Caleb, and Eric. Just us as we dive deep into Eric's pick: Star Trek Picard Season 2, Episode 3. Let the Banter Begin! In canonical Saucer Section episodes of this show, the original 3 hosts take turns choosing random Star Trek episodes from any era/show for the hosts to digest and discuss. This is a canonical Refit Era RBG. WARNING: This discussion contains miscellaneous The Original Series, The Animated Series, The Next Generation, Deep Space Nine, Voyager, E...
2022-05-1039 minThe Novice Elitists Film PodcastStar Wars - Episode 1: The Phantom Menace (Redux)"What's this? Another Star Wars episode on the TNE feed? Is this a re-upload?"
No dear listener, it is not. Thanks to frequent co-host Sean, we are once again making our way through all the theatrically released Star Wars films! And also thanks to Sean, we are doing them in chronological order this time around, by starting with the first of the prequels! So join Caleb, Isaac, Eric and Sean as they wade their way through the 1999 smash hit, and help us find out if there's a Phantom Menace among us.
This episode was...
2022-05-092h 50The Novice Elitists Film PodcastTNE Speakeasy: Bonus #28 (Doctor Who, and Doctor Who podcasting ft. Eric & Caleb)Digging deep into the TNE archives, we present a bonus episode from Oct. 21st, 2021. Caleb and Eric discuss their differing takes on modern Doctor Who, as well as their shared history with Doctor Who podcasts. They also get in a little netflix talk here or there. All in all, it's another day at the bar.
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2022-05-0545 minStar Trek: Romulans Bearing GiftsRBG #26 Penance [PCD] 2.2Oh, you undersell yourself, Jean-Luc. You are more than just a piece. Why, you're the very board upon which this game is played. (Unknown) 2401.0 Welcome to Romulans Bearing Gifts Two Six featuring Carl, Caleb, and Eric. Just us as we dive deep into Eric's pick: Star Trek Picard Season 2, Episode 2. Let the Banter Begin! In canonical Saucer Section episodes of this show, the original 3 hosts take turns choosing random Star Trek episodes from any era/show for the hosts to digest and discuss. This is a canonical, Refit Era RBG. WARNING: This d...
2022-05-0342 minThe Novice Elitists Film PodcastFantastic Planet (1973)Come one, come all to the inaugural episode of the newest retrospective Caleb has cooked up in his witch's caldron. Long in the annuals of TNE history have Caleb and Isaac expressed their love for animation, and have made strives to cover more of it over the past few years. But to add a little more flavor to our animated diet, we arrive at a new ongoing series with Volume one of "Strange Animation", a four part series dedicated to the weirder veins of animated pictures. Starting with René Laloux's Fantastic Planet.
This episode was reco...
2022-05-021h 35The Novice Elitists Film PodcastThe Thing (2011) CommentaryThe trio of Johnny, Caleb, and Isaac return for the final entry in their Who Goes There? Series, this time looking at the 2011 Prequel to John Carpenter's The Thing. What will the boys think of this final rendition on the John W. Campbell formula? And how will their final rankings stand up as they look over the series as a whole? Find out all that and more in this exciting conclusion of! The Novice Elitists Presents: One of these THINGS is not like the other.
This episode was recorded on Mar. 14th, 2022.
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Prognosis Negative Movie ReviewsTT #2 The Virgin Spring (1960) [Novice Elitists Presents...]ProgNeg "Terminal Take" #2 It's Prognosis Negative Featuring Eric and Caleb. This episode is a bonus release of Eric's appearance on The Novice Elitists Film Podcast covering The Virgin Spring (1960). ProgNeg will return with future episodes of The Reboot Era, but until then we will be releasing several of Eric's recent collaboration with The Novice Elitists Film Podcast. This is a Non-canonical ProgNeg, released out of sequence. This discussion was recorded on Apr. 3rd, 2021. WARNING: This discussion contains miscellaneous SPOILERS pertaining to the film(s) discussed and possibly Doctor Who! If you...
2022-04-191h 45Star Trek: Romulans Bearing GiftsRBG #25 The Stargazer [PCD] 2.1We often refer to space as the final frontier. But the older I get, the more I've come to believe that the true final frontier is time. 2401.0 Welcome to Romulans Bearing Gifts Two Five featuring Carl, Caleb, and Eric. Just us as we dive deep into Eric's pick: Star Trek Picard Season 2, Episode 1. Let the Banter Begin! In canonical Saucer Section episodes of this show, the original 3 hosts take turns choosing random Star Trek episodes from any era/show for the hosts to digest and discuss. This is a canonical, Refit Era RBG. WA...
2022-04-1253 minPrognosis Negative Movie ReviewsProgNeg #35 Godzilla vs. KongFight Night: It's Prognosis Negative Episode Three Five, featuring Carl, Caleb and Eric. Join us as we hop on a train to discuss the latest Monterverse outing, Godzilla vs. Kong. Dive in and discover if we go type O Neg or Pos! This is a Non-canonical ProgNeg, released out of sequence. This discussion was recorded on April 5th, 2021. WARNING: This discussion contains miscellaneous SPOILERS pertaining to the film(s) discussed and possibly Doctor Who! If you are 100% spoilerphobic to films not yet seen, do not complain to us. This episode is mostly neg...
2022-04-091h 39Star Trek: Romulans Bearing GiftsRBG #24 Star Trek Prodigy [Episodes 1-4]He cannot see what I know to be true. You are his greatest mistake. 2383.0 Welcome to Romulans Bearing Gifts Two Four featuring Carl, Caleb, and Eric. Just us as we dive deep into Eric's pick: Star Trek Prodigy Season 1, Episode 1-4. Let the Banter Begin! In canonical Saucer Section episodes of this show, the original 3 hosts take turns choosing random Star Trek episodes from any era/show for the hosts to digest and discuss. This is a canonical, Refit Era RBG. WARNING: This discussion contains miscellaneous The Original Series, The Animated Series, The Next Generation, Deep S...
2022-04-021h 23Star Trek: Romulans Bearing GiftsRBG #23 Shore Leave [TOS] 1.17On this supposedly uninhabited planet I just saw a large rabbit pull a gold watch from his vest and claim that he was late. 3025.3 Welcome to Romulans Bearing Gifts Two Three featuring Caleb and Eric. Just us as we dive deep into Caleb's pick: The Original Series, Season 1, Episode 17, Shore Leave. Let the Banter Begin! In canonical Saucer Section episodes of this show, the original 3 hosts take turns choosing random Star Trek episodes from any era/show for the hosts to digest and discuss. This is a canonical, Refit Era RBG. WARNING: This discussion contains...
2022-03-171h 38Prognosis Negative Movie ReviewsTT #1 The Wicker Man (1973) [Novice Elitists Presents...]ProgNeg Bonus Release: "Terminal Take" #1 The Reboot Era Begins After an extended hiatus Prognosis Negative Returns!...Sort of. Featuring Eric and Caleb. "Terminal Take" denoting this a bonus release reposted from The Novice Elitists Film Podcast covering The Wicker Man (1973). ProgNeg will return with the first episode of The Reboot Era but until then, we will be releasing several of Eric's recent collaboration with The Novice Elitists Film Podcast. This discussion was filmed in front of a live bar-side audience on Feb. 23rd, 2021. WARNING: This discussion contains miscellaneous SPOILERS pertaining to the film...
2022-03-121h 37Star Trek: Romulans Bearing GiftsRBG #22 The Arsenal of Freedom [TNG] 1.20What happened to all the podcasts? War? Disease? A dissatisfied customer? 41798.2 (2364) Welcome to Romulans Bearing Gifts Two Two featuring Caleb and Eric. Just us as we dive deep into Caleb's pick: The Next Generation Season 1, Episode 20, The Arsenal of Freedom. Let the Banter Begin! We've now boarded the new Refit of Starship RBG, and are excited for new journey's to come. In canonical Saucer Section episodes of this show, the original 3 hosts take turns choosing random Star Trek episodes from any era/show for the hosts to digest and discuss. This is a canonical, Refit Era RBG.
2022-03-091h 14Bending the Elements: An Avatar PodcastEpisode 16: The Northern Air TempleAfter a long journey, we are very near the end of book one, but before we arrive at The Northern Water Tribe, first we arrive at The Northern Air Temple. Things have changed since the last time your boys visited this part of town. Some new people have moved in and changed things up. How do Isaac, Caleb, or Aang feel about how The Mechanist has "upgraded" this sacred artifact of airbending past? Find out now!
This episode was recorded on Jan. 17th, 2022.
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2022-02-041h 15Bending the Elements: An Avatar PodcastEpisode 15: The DeserterBending the Elements arrives at our next stop on our Air Bison journey, this time meeting up with our great buddy, Jeong Jeong The Deserter. Aang is out in search of a firebending Master, and he's got his sights set on poor Jeong Jeong. What will Caleb and Isaac think of Aangs attempts to resurrect their old buds teaching career? And will The Deserter cave to the young Avatars insistences? Find out now, in this exciting new edition of Bending the Elements! A Washed Up Old Man's Podcast.
This episode was recorded on Dec. 23rd, 2021. ...
2022-01-211h 08Bending the Elements: An Avatar PodcastEpisode 14: Batu of the Water TribeAfter a brief Holiday inspired break from our usual uploading rate, Bending the Elements marks its return, still making our way through Book One. Now we've arrived at Batu of the Water Tribe. How does this episode stack up against some of the recent ones we've covered? Tune in now to find out!
This episode was recorded on Dec 23rd, 2021.
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2022-01-071h 16Bending the Elements: An Avatar PodcastEpisode 13: The FortunetellerThe boys from BTE are back yet again, and this time we're humbling ourselves as we take a trip into our pasts as we discuss The Fortuneteller! Our Gaang may be uncovering some paths to their futures, but the boys can't stop stumbling over the ghosts of old memories. What are those memories you be wondering? Hit play to find out!
This episode was recorded on Dec. 6th, 2021.
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2021-12-121h 22Bending the Elements: An Avatar PodcastEpisode 12: The Blue SpiritThe BTE boys return for their next Book One episode, this time taking a look at The Blue Spirit.
This episode was recorded on November 8th, 2021.
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2021-11-271h 10Bending the Elements: An Avatar PodcastEpisode 9: JetBending the Elements continues on to the next Chapter of Book one, this time following our Gaang into some unfamiliar territory. Long in the annuals of Avatar have we seen the danger of those imperialist fire benders, but this time we turn our eyes to a different type of threat. How will our team stack up against Jet and his band of freedom fighters? Join Isaac, Caleb, and returning guest Mhicaella, as they jump into this fan favorite story.
This episode was recorded on August 5th, 2021.
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2021-09-021h 15Bending the Elements: An Avatar PodcastEpisode 8: The Waterbending ScrollBending the Elements returns, and this time we've brought out our hard hats and pick axes! That's right folks, we're breaking new ground on the BTE feed as we have our first guest joining the show! Mhicaella, a frequent voice from our other podcast (The Novice Elitist Film Podcast) has joined us to discuss everyone's favorite topic: Avatar! Or to be more specific, The Waterbending Scroll. So why don't you take an hour, sit back and enjoy yourself, as your hosts take a deep dive on this Katara centric episode.
This episode was recorded on Au...
2021-08-171h 02Bending the Elements: An Avatar PodcastEpisode 7: Avatar Roku (Winter Solstice - Part Two)The boys return to finish up the Winter Solstice duology, this time getting some answers to the mysteries set up in the first part. What will your hosts think of this landmark episode for the series? Tune in now and find out!
This episode was recorded on July 5th, 2021.
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