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Just The ThingSuperman vs The ThingThis week, Just The Thing takes on its most superpowered challenge yet: what happens when the ultimate shapeshifter faces the Man of Steel? Joined by book designer and comics connoisseur Chris Gould, Joel and Chris dive into James Gunn’s Superman (2025).They dissect the film’s overt politics, its gloriously goofy comic-book logic, and why this version of Superman, with all his gentleness, feels genuinely radical in 2025. There's praise for David Corenswet’s performance, a lot of love for Krypto, and a deeply serious discussion about whether Batman is a workaholic.And yes, they do actual...2025-07-291h 11

Just The ThingAlien vs The ThingThis episode on Just The Thing, Joel and Chris are joined by returning guests Alex Jessep and Matt O'Dwyer for a cosmic clash for the ages as the perfect organism takes on the perfect imitator. Ridley Scott’s iconic Xenomorph goes acid-blood-to-tentacle with the Antarctic horror from The Thing. We take the first film as our starting point and then discuss the wider Alien universe before putting the iconic xenomorph in the ring with The Thing.Sign up to our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes patreon.com/JustTheThingPodcast Find us on social media https://linktr.ee/j...2025-07-151h 16

Just The ThingDracula vs. The ThingIn the brand new series of Just The Thing, writers Joel Jessup and Chris Regan will be pitting the terrifying, shape-shifting alien from John Carpenter’s The Thing against iconic monsters and movie characters from cinema history. Each episode explores a new hypothetical horror showdown—debating lore, abilities, weaknesses, and who’s most likely to survive.We’re kicking things off with perhaps the most famous monster of all time, Count Dracula. We painstakingly reviewed every movie iteration of the legendary vampire and decided only one could possibly take on our favourite Antarctic nightmare. Yes, it's obviously Gerard B...2025-06-241h 09

Love it FilmAlix Wilton Regan on Rejection, Resilience & Voice Acting in Mass Effect & Dragon AgeThis week on Love it Film, we’re thrilled to welcome actor and producer Alix Wilton Regan to the show!With a career that spans theater, television, and video games, Alix brings a wealth of experience and perspective to the conversation. From navigating the highs and lows of auditioning to the unique creative challenges of video game acting, they offer honest and practical insights into what it truly takes to build a life in the entertainment industry.Thanks so much for joining us, Alix!...2025-05-3022 min

Just The ThingConclaveIn the last of our bonus episodes before we get stuck into a whole new season, Joel and Chris imagine what happens when a shape-shifting alien crashes the most secretive election in the world. That’s right—we’re putting The Thing into Conclave, the tense political thriller about the inner workings of a Vatican papal election.As Ralph Fiennes navigates political intrigue and whispered secrets in the Sistine Chapel, we ask: what if one of the cardinals wasn’t just hiding a scandal—but a parasitic alien alter-ego? Join us for theological musings, ecclesiastical paranoia, a...2025-05-131h 03

Just The ThingThe Invitation (2015)In this bonus episode of Just The Thing, Joel Jessup and Chris Regan dive deep into Karyn Kusama’s slow-burn psychological horror The Invitation. Join us for a lively chat about super fun subjects like grief, cults, and social discomfort. We ask the question, when would you leave the death cult party? And does the film’s quiet dread and social awkwardness make it more terrifying than The Thing itself?We also explore what happens when John Carpenter’s The Thing crashes the dinner party, comparing thematic overlaps and wondering whether Logan Marshall-Green’s Will is a low-key...2025-04-221h 07

Ian Talks ComedyChris Regan (The Daily Show / Family Guy)Chris Regan joined me to discuss growing up in Central NY; 70's TV; enjoying black & white comedy movies; loving Monty Python; SNL; UK comedy; auditioning for David Frost; comedy aging poorly; Michael Davis; going to Ithaca College; being in a sketch troupe with Andy Daly and the Stangel Brothers; being a NYC comedian and mostly topical; going to a comedy club for the first time at 14; coming advertising; working for Nickelodeon; getting jokes on Weekend Update; Colin Quinn vouching for him to get a job on The Daily Show; political affiliation of late night writers; Gen X not getting...2025-02-011h 10

Just The ThingBatman Returns with Matt O'Dwyer and Peter ReganIn the Just The Thing 2024 Christmas Special, Joel and Chris are joined by Matt O'Dwyer and Peter Regan as they attempt to unwrap Tim Burton's Batman Returns and imagine what might happen if the shapeshifting creature from John Carpenter's The Thing crashed Gotham's most chaotic Christmas party.Join us as we revisit this wildly dark "kids' movie" from the '90s, marvel at Danny DeVito's grotesque and tragic Penguin, and applaud Michelle Pfeiffer's iconic transformation into Catwoman. We also explore how Batman himself gets overshadowed in his own movie by the film's incredible villains. Did we mention...2024-12-181h 22

True Crime CreepersThe Murder of Chris Regan Part 2The cat and mouse game between Chief Frizzo and Kelly Cochran continues. The Cochran’s web of lies, deceit, and violence only grew darker as investigators uncover a chilling pact made on the Cochran’s wedding day and discover exactly what happened the day Chris Regan was murdered. But was Chris their only victim? SponsorsQuince Go to quince.com/creepers for free shipping and 365-day returns!Hello Fresh Get 10 FREE meals at Hellofresh.com/creepers!! Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan.Alloy Health Go to Myalloy.com to start...2024-12-121h 26

True Crime CreepersThe Murder of Chris Regan part 1Laura Frizzo was Michigan’s Upper Peninsual’s UP’s first female police chief. One evening, just as she was heading home, a distressed woman arrived at the station, convinced her friend, Chris Regan, was missing. Chris was reliable, detail-oriented, and days away from starting his dream job in North Carolina. His sudden disappearance made no sense—unless someone wanted him gone.As Chief Frizzo began unraveling the mystery, all roads seemed to lead to a married couple, Kelly and Jason Cochran. Their house, their secrets, and even their journals hinted at something darker. But was it enough t...2024-12-051h 32

Have Guitar Will Travel Podcast137 - Chris Ballew (the Presidents of the United States of America)137 - Chris Ballew (the Presidents of the United States of America) In episode 137 of “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, Host, James Patrick Regan speaks with singer/bassist/guitarist Chris Ballew from the Presidents of the United States of America and he also performs as Caspar Babypants. In their conversation he covers: Growing up in Seattle with his mom’s classical influences and his father’s country influences… and his mom going in to the “pit” at his early shows. Chris takes us through his musical journey: high school in Seattle college in New York and b...2024-11-1100 min

Just The ThingSlipstream with Geraint D'Arcy (and special guest Paul Reynolds)Joel and Chris are joined by Geraint D'Arcy, Associate Professor and Head of Media at UEA, where the three originally met as students in the late 90s. Geraint was also the star of Chris and Joel's short film, Bad Day, often referenced on the podcast. Together, they try to understand the 1989 sci-fi film, Slipstream, starring Bob Peck, Mark Hamill and Bill Paxton. Slipstream was a prestigious and much-hyped project, from the producer of Star Wars, Gary Kurtz, and the director of Tron, Steven Lisberger. With so much talent behind and in front of the camera, why is the film...2024-10-151h 16

Just The ThingThe Devils with John JessupIt's a Just The Thing first as Joel and Chris finally welcome a guest who actually worked on the film they're talking about: John Jessup, Joel's father!For most of his life John has been an award-winning advertising creative, but when he was younger he worked at the legendary Pinewood Studios and has lots of fascinating stories to tell! And then we put The Thing in The Devils!If you like hearing exclusive insights into Ken Russell, Oliver Reed and Derek Jarman, plus many others, this is the episode for you!Sign up...2024-10-011h 04

Just The ThingSouthland TalesJoel and Chris try to decipher Richard Kelly's 2006 puzzle of a film the only way they know how... by adding the creature from The Thing. Will the addition of a shapeshifting, parasitic alien help to make sense of this sprawling, apocalyptic satire? Listen to the episode to find out, just be warned you will be subjected to some ex-film student bitterness along the way.Sign up to our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes patreon.com/JustTheThingPodcast Find us on social media https://linktr.ee/justthethingpod Music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio 2024-09-171h 05

Just The ThingStar Wars: Episode VIII - The Last JediJoel and Chris take on the totally not controversial and not at all divisive Star Wars entry, The Last Jedi. Directed by Rian Johnson, they discuss how this film went from critics' darling to most-hated movie of the century, and consider why that might have happened (answer: misogyny).Then they put everything right by adding The Thing to the plot.Sign up to our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes patreon.com/JustTheThingPodcast Find us on social media https://linktr.ee/justthethingpod Music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio 2024-09-031h 10

Just The ThingThe Blair Witch Project with Kit WhitfieldJoel and Chris are delighted to be joined by author and folk horror enthusiast Kit Whitfield to put The Thing into the 1999 found footage movie, The Blair Witch Project.Overrated? Underrated? Just about accurately rated? Our extensive discussion covers the film's creation and aftermath, as well as its impact on horror films and the rise and fall of fake found footage. Also...the plot?We also discuss folk horror and the crossover between folk stories and urban legends. And whether aliens are the modern faeries. And also puppets, low budgets and the real world impact of fake...2024-08-201h 20

Moral MayhemMoral Mayhem with Chris BestIn this episode, we chat with Chris Best, CEO and Co-Founder of Substack. We discuss Substack's origin story, revenue model and its effects on the information ecosystem. We also speculate on the effects of remote work on productivity and trust, on why Canadians are more woke on average, and why Chris thinks Silicon Valley is still the best place to build a startup. Stay till the end for some fun "rapid fire" questions. Get full access to Moral Mayhem Podcast at moralmayhem.substack.com/subscribe 2024-08-0859 min

Just The ThingHaunted MansionSeason 4 of Just The Thing begins, and Joel and Chris try to fix the 2023 Haunted Mansion by putting John Carpenter's The Thing into it!The Haunted Mansion is a well-loved theme park ride, but why is it so difficult to turn into a movie? The answer may shock you! Or seem blindingly obvious. We talk about haunted houses, ghost logic, and how best to use a Danny DeVito in your film. PLUS: Chris questions the ability of a very famous well-regarded actor and then Joel pitches the worst sitcom idea ever.Please subscribe to our show a...2024-08-061h 12

Have Guitar Will Travel Podcast108 - Chris Martin/Thomas Ripsam Martin Guitars108 - Chris Martin/Thomas Ripsam Martin Guitars n episode 108 of “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine! host, James Patrick Regan speaks again with Chris Martin and Thomas Ripsam from Martin Guitars. He spoke with both before more in depth in episode 82. With Chris they discuss the NAMM show. They discuss the family legacy and his daughter. Chris talks about his current role at Martin guitars. They discuss Chris’s car collection… Porche’s and his love for Porche’s. . With Thomas they discuss: His commute and his music which is available on all the streamin...2024-05-2300 min

Just The ThingEscape From L.A.Chris and Joel wrap up their Kurt Russell season by putting The Thing into Escape from L.A.They started in New York and they're ending in La La Land! (Not the musical.) Is this the last good John Carpenter film, or was that the one before this? And can they now provide the definitive take on Kurt Russell's career?Chris has a new way to analyse film quality based on background actors. Joel recounts his time in Mega City One. And we reveal Snake Plissken's actual name! I mean you could google it yourself...2024-05-011h 20

Have Guitar Will Travel Podcast098 - Chris Hayes (Huey Lewis and the News)098 - Chris Hayes (Huey Lewis and the News) In episode 98 of “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host James Patrick Regan. speaks with Chris Hayes, Guitarist with Huey Lewis & the News throughout their rise to fame. In their conversation they cover: . Growing up in the San Francisco Bay Area and attending Blue Bear School of Music. . They talk about his first guitars a Guild Starfire and then a ‘68 Gibson Les Paul Standard… and the guitars that got away. . They discuss Chris’s band experiences before “the News”, with organist Merl Saunders (Jerry Garcia Band) and with...2024-04-0900 min

Why Tell Your Story?06 - HomesIn719.com - The Story of Chris WojciechowskiToday we welcome Chris Wojciechowski owner/realtor of Homesin719.com and real estate investor.Tune in to learn more about his journey in real estate and in life.00:00:00 - How Chris found himself in the real estate industry00:05:06 - His decision to invest in real estate and then to get his real estate license00:07:48 - Challenges of being a realtor and investor, balancing interests of clients00:12:26 - Decision to start own brokerage and the process00:26:21 - Importance of thinking and planning in business...2024-04-0953 min

Just The ThingFast & Furious 7 with Ross BoyaskJoel and Chris are joined by filmmaker Ross Boyask (I Am Vengeance: Retaliation) to help put The Thing into the Fast and Furious universe.Why did they come in at number 7? Family. And because it's the first one Kurt Russell is in! But they dip into the whole franchise and come to some amazing, baffling conclusions!Joel compares the franchise to My Little Pony. Chris explains why he forced all his friends to see a film he was pretending to love and ended up loving it anyway. Ross questions Deckard Shaw's healthcare related decisions. And can Ch...2024-04-031h 14

Just The ThingTombstoneJoel and Chris continue their Kurt Russell season by putting the creature from John Carpenter's The Thing into the 1993 western, Tombstone!Is this a revisionist or reconstructionist Western? Why does it have such an amazing cast list? Who has the only fake moustache in the movie? Two of those questions will be answered! Joel tries to grow a moustache live on air, Chris suffers from Billy Zane Anticipation Syndrome, and they have a lot of trouble getting The Thing into the film but manage to discuss an almost forgotten Daniel Craig classic...AND there's a quiz! ...2024-03-131h 07

Just The ThingOverboard with Andrea ReganJoel and Chris have brought the brilliant Andrea Regan back to discuss the other film that Kurt Russell said every boat owner has on VHS: Overboard! And put The Thing into it.Cult misstep? Weird classic? Problematic flop? We throw this film into the water of discussion and see if it ends up with amnesia and will look after our kids.Joel loves Dr Norman Korman. Chris never believes fake movie photos. And Andrea analyses why this was once one of her favourite films!Sign up to our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes patreon.com...2024-02-271h 06

Have Guitar Will Travel Podcast092 - Chris Shiflett - Foo Fighters092 - Chris Shiflett - Foo Fighters In this episode, host James Patrick Regan catches up with Chris Shiflett to discuss his latest solo album, working with producer Dave Cobb, and his friendships with guitarists ranging from Andy McCoy to Marty Stuart; as host of the YouTube show “Shred With Shifty,” he takes deep dives with many of them. They also delve into his guitar collection, which includes a refinished ’57 goldtop and his signature Telecasters, as well as his buying habits. Please like, comment, and share this podcas...2024-02-2600 min

The Salcedo Storm PodcastS7, Ep. 19: Trish Regan Gives A Dose Of Economic RealityOn this Salcedo Storm Podcast:TRISH REGAN is one of America’s most trusted voices on economics. She is THE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF OF TrishReganMedia.COM AND THE HOST OF THE TRISH REGAN SHOW.2024-02-0725 min

Just The ThingCaptain RonJoel and Chris are back and it's time to talk about one of the two films that Kurt Russell said every boat owner has on VHS: Captain Ron! And put The Thing into it.Cult classic? Weird misstep? Secret early version of Fight Club? We dive deep into the film and maybe don't come back up for air.Joel has a new name for the Horror genre you're going to love. Chris finds the first 5 minutes of the film more personally upsetting than most of the horror we've watched. And do you want to know how this f...2024-02-061h 01

Just The ThingThe Christmas Chronicles with Alex Jessep and Matt O'DwyerJoel and Chris invite regular guests Alex and Matt to their 2023 Christmas special, and because it's Kurt Russell season they're all going to watch The Christmas Chronicles and put The Thing in there!Joel realises Die Hard and Home Alone are the same, Chris reveals what heartwarming Christmas musical gave him nightmares, Alex has kindly done some actual research, and Matt is astonished that a famously loud and bearded actor has never played Santa onscreen.PLUS: A special guest performs the instant classic music quiz SONG CARPENTER!2023-12-1251 min

Just The ThingDeath Proof with Alex and KatyJoel and Chris are joined by Quentin Tarantino buffs Alex and Katy to discuss how to put The Thing into Death Proof, Tarantino's grimily ironic grindhouse tribute. Joel pitches his UK version of Grindhouse, 'National Film Theatre'. Chris discusses his uncertainty about the film's foot footage. Alex likes Kurt Russell's unlikeability. And Katy reveals a secret about Stuntman Mike that many may have missed!Also our stupidest quiz ever. And that's saying something.Sign up to our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes patreon.com/JustTheThingPodcast Find us on social media https://lin...2023-11-211h 04

Just The ThingBig Trouble in Little China with Peter Regan Joel and Chris are joined by author Peter Regan to discuss Big Trouble in Little China! ...and put The Thing into it.For our 25th episode we look at the third part of the Russell/Carpenter collaboration pentagon. Is this film now underrated, overrated or correctly rated? What is its connection to The Golden Child? And do you really need to know Jack Burton's backstory?Chris and Peter also talk about their scriptwriting, and connection to the Dad From Twilight, and Joel talks about The Raccoons for some reason.Check out Pete's book, The...2023-11-071h 09

Just The ThingDark Blue with Dan from Shoot the HostageJoel and Chris are thrilled to be joined by Dan from the brilliant movie podcast Shoot the Hostage to discuss Dark Blue, an underseen, possibly underrated corrupt cop drama starring Kurt Russell. Then they put The Thing into it. Obviously!With a script by James Ellroy and David Ayer and directed by Ron Shelton, will this film be LA Confidential meets Training Day, or Suicide Squad meets Hollywood Homicide?Joel thinks Scott Speedman's character is a momo, Chris thinks Ron Shelton is a very nice man, and Dan thinks David Ayer needs some career advice.2023-10-171h 13

Just The ThingTango & Cash with Matt O'DwyerJoel and Chris are joined by Matt O'Dwyer as they try to understand the ridiculous intensity of 1989's Tango & Cash! And then put The Thing into it. Kurt Russell and Sylvester Stallone wisecrack their way through the ultimate distillation of 1980s Buddy Cop nonsense. Parody? Sincere? Genuinely gritty cop drama? Probably not the last one.Chris drops one of the few names he has to drop and genuinely impresses Matt. Joel has a wicky wicky wild comparison to offer. And Matt loves Brion James' bizarre cockney accent, primarily because he loves Brion James.PLUS: An incredible q...2023-10-031h 10

Just The ThingExecutive DecisionHow has it taken Chris and Joel this long to tackle a Steven Seagal film? Of course, 1996's Executive Decision is really more of a Kurt Russell film, but there's plenty of Seagal talk to be had in this episode, just before they add The Thing to it in the best way possible!Seriously, how many podcasts cover Executive Decision? Give this a listen!Joel finds the not-so-secret connection between this film, Suicide Squad and Alfred Hitchcock's Psycho. Chris somehow confuses the movie for a different one he hasn't actually seen. And they both find that Jo...2023-09-191h 05

Just The ThingElvis (1979)Joel and Chris examine the first John Carpenter/Kurt Russell collaboration: the 1979 Elvis biopic!We discuss the controversies and ask the big questions: Did Elvis fake the moon landing? Did his mum die from being given a novelty Christmas decoration? And did Elvis get magical singing powers from his twin? Also we put the Thing in it. This episode also features our weirdest, and yet best quiz so far! Don't miss it! And don't let Commissioner Gordon hit you with oranges wrapped in a towel.Sign up to our Patreon for monthly bonus e...2023-09-051h 09

SinisterhoodEpisode 253: The Murder of Chris Regan - Part 2Police had searched the house of Kelly and Jason Cochran, but scared by the law enforcement attention, the two primary suspects in Chris Regan’s disappearance fled town. Soon, another seasoned detective joins the case, and the investigation into what really happened to Chris Regan would cross state lines. This week’s episode is The Murder of Chris Regan - Part 2. Click here for this week's show notes. Click here to sign up for our Patreon and receive hundreds of hours of bonus content. Please click here to leave a review and tell us what you thin...2023-08-301h 33

Just The ThingEscape From New YorkChris and Joel start Season 3's Kurt Russell odyssey by discussing Escape From New York! And then putting The Thing into it.A cult classic, and the first non-Thing John Carpenter film they've covered, featuring Russell's star-making performance as Snake Plissken, not to forget Van Cleef, Borgnine, Pleasence, and Mr. Harry Dean Stanton!Joel goes highbrow with some Greek mythology, Chris adores Romero (the character, not the director), and they're both fascinated by the cultural significance of 'Chock Full o' Nuts'. (Chris also likes Romero the director.)Sign up to our Patreon for monthly bonu...2023-08-221h 13

Killer Destinations101. WHEN VOWS TURN DEADLY: Chris Regan - Iron River, MI 2014In 2014, Chris Regan was looking forward to new beginnings. Although he enjoyed living in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, he’d just gotten a new job in North Carolina that would allow him to live closer to one of his sons. He was reported missing just two weeks before his big move. But eventually his case went cold. Then in 2016, the unexpected d3ath of a former Michigan resident who’d just moved to Indiana brought Chris’s case back to the attention of the authorities. With some dogged determination and a little luck, they were finally able to find the link...2023-08-0845 min

Just The ThingMission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part OneJoel and Chris discuss Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One! SPOILER WARNING as in this bonus episode before the next season we do our own stunts, and by stunts we mean talking about this surprisingly strange film. Want to see how it connects to spaghetti westerns, John Wick, Grant Morrison, JJ Abrams ... and The Thing? Then listen!Joel explains why he thinks Ant-Man 3 was written by Dan Brown. Chris finally understands Ethan Hunt and he's not happy. (Chris, not Ethan). And we reveal that the entire Mission Impossible film franchise is a secret sequel to a...2023-08-081h 37