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Matinee HeroesJohn Cleese – April 2019 – CONversation with CraigRecorded live at FanX Salt Lake in April 2019, this Conversation with Craig is a full panel with comedy legend John Cleese, as Craig finally gets his game time call to step onstage with one of his heroes. From John's North American convention debut and Craig's nerves backstage to dry British chaos in front of a packed room, it is equal parts origin story, masterclass in comedy, and gleeful mischief.
How a would be lawyer with a Cambridge law degree accidentally fell into show business through a student revue that suddenly transferred to London and ran for months.
Cleese breaks down...
2025-12-0140 min
Matinee HeroesEpisode 12 - John Cleese - CONversations with Craig Recorded live at FanX Salt Lake in April 2019, this Conversation with Craig is a full panel with comedy legend John Cleese, as Craig finally gets his game time call to step onstage with one of his heroes. From John's North American convention debut and Craig's nerves backstage to dry British chaos in front of a packed room, it is equal parts origin story, masterclass in comedy, and gleeful mischief. How a would be lawyer with a Cambridge law degree accidentally fell into show business through a student revue that suddenly transferred to London and...
2025-12-0140 min
Matinee HeroesMick Garris – October 2018 – CONversations with CraigRecorded live at Horrorthon 2018, this episode of CONversations with Craig features a captivating, insightful, and often humorous conversation with legendary horror filmmaker Mick Garris. From adapting Stephen King’s novels into iconic miniseries like The Stand and The Shining, to creating the influential Post Mortem podcast, Garris shares compelling behind-the-scenes stories from his illustrious career. Whether he's revealing secrets about working with Anthony Perkins on Psycho IV or sharing his approach to storytelling, Garris delivers wisdom, wit, and an authentic passion for horror.
King's Collaborator: Garris dives deep into his frequent collaborations with Stephen King, discussing why their creative partnership wo...
2025-08-0453 min
Matinee HeroesEpisode 8 - Mick Garris - CONversations with Craig Recorded live at Horrorthon 2018, this episode of CONversations with Craig features a captivating, insightful, and often humorous conversation with legendary horror filmmaker Mick Garris. From adapting Stephen King's novels into iconic miniseries like The Stand and The Shining, to creating the influential Post Mortem podcast, Garris shares compelling behind-the-scenes stories from his illustrious career. Whether he's revealing secrets about working with Anthony Perkins on Psycho IV or sharing his approach to storytelling, Garris delivers wisdom, wit, and an authentic passion for horror. King's Collaborator: Garris dives deep into his frequent collaborations with Stephen King...
2025-08-0453 min
Matinee HeroesC. Thomas Howell – February 2020 – CONversations with CraigRecorded live at the Fayetteville Comic Show, this episode of CONversations with Craig features a raw, funny, and surprisingly heartfelt conversation with actor C. Thomas Howell. From his early days as a child stunt rider to breakout roles in E.T. and The Outsiders, Howell shares stories from a career that spans Hollywood classics, cult thrillers, and gritty television drama. Whether he’s recalling a tense lunch with Rutger Hauer or reflecting on what it means to stay authentic in an industry built on illusion, Howell brings humor, humility, and a cowboy’s clarity to the stage.
The Spielberg Spark: A ne...
2025-07-0750 min
Matinee HeroesEpisode 7 - C. Thomas Howell - CONversations with Craig Recorded live at the Fayetteville Comic Show, this episode of CONversations with Craig features a raw, funny, and surprisingly heartfelt conversation with actor C. Thomas Howell. From his early days as a child stunt rider to breakout roles in E.T. and The Outsiders, Howell shares stories from a career that spans Hollywood classics, cult thrillers, and gritty television drama. Whether he's recalling a tense lunch with Rutger Hauer or reflecting on what it means to stay authentic in an industry built on illusion, Howell brings humor, humility, and a cowboy's clarity to the stage.
2025-07-0750 min
Matinee HeroesThe Inaugural Asshole Hall of Fame Induction CeremonyThis month’s episode of Matinee Heroes is a special presentation years in the making. We’re not honoring heroes this time—we’re saluting the cinematic chaos agents, the scene-stealing thorns in every protagonist’s side. That’s right: it’s the long-awaited William Atherton Asshole Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony.
Co-host Craig Price is joined by Elizabeth Rapp and Derek McCaw for a red-carpet roast of honor as they induct the inaugural trio of actors:
William Atherton – the original smarmy authority from Ghostbusters and Die Hard
Ben Mendelsohn – the slick bureaucrat from Rogue One and Ready Player One
Clancy Brown – tow...
2025-07-0525 min
Matinee HeroesThe 2025 Asshole Hall of Fame CeremonyThis month's episode of Matinee Heroes is a special presentation years in the making. We're not honoring heroes this time—we're saluting the cinematic chaos agents, the scene-stealing thorns in every protagonist's side. That's right: it's the long-awaited William Atherton Asshole Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. Co-host Craig Price is joined by Elizabeth Rapp and Derek McCaw for a red-carpet roast of honor as they induct the inaugural trio of actors: William Atherton – the original smarmy authority from Ghostbusters and Die Hard Ben Mendelsohn – the slick bureaucrat from Rogue One and Ready Player One
2025-07-0525 min
Matinee HeroesStar Wars Behind the Scenes: Now it Can Be Told – December 2019 – CONversation with CraigRecorded live at EmpireCon 2019 in Los Angeles, this episode of Conversations with Craig lifts the curtain on the unsung crew who brought the original Star Wars trilogy to life—Jawas, model-makers, second-unit directors, and yes, Yoda’s actual right hand. From childhood desert shoots to Harrison Ford with a saw, this panel had it all.
Jawa Justice League: Three OG Jawas—Tim Donaldson, Andrea Wickman, and Fraser Diamond—recall what it was really like filming in Death Valley, sweating through robes, carrying disassembled droids, and surviving desert wildlife.
Ford v. Falcon: Second-unit director Harley Cokeliss reveals how a frustrated Harrison Ford nea...
2025-06-0254 min
Matinee HeroesEpisode 6 - Star Wars BTS - Now it Can Be Told - CONversations with Craig Recorded live at EmpireCon 2019 in Los Angeles, this episode of Conversations with Craig lifts the curtain on the unsung crew who brought the original Star Wars trilogy to life—Jawas, model-makers, second-unit directors, and yes, Yoda's actual right hand. From childhood desert shoots to Harrison Ford with a saw, this panel had it all. Jawa Justice League: Three OG Jawas—Tim Donaldson, Andrea Wickman, and Fraser Diamond—recall what it was really like filming in Death Valley, sweating through robes, carrying disassembled droids, and surviving desert wildlife. Ford v. Falcon: Second-unit director Harley Cokeliss reveal...
2025-06-0254 min
Matinee HeroesStar Wars Puppeteers Mike Quinn and David Barclay – Dec 2019 – CONversations with CraigRecorded live at EmpireCon 2019 in Los Angeles, this episode of Conversations with Craig dives deep into the foam, felt, and freakishly fun world of movie puppetry with two absolute legends: Mike Quinn and David Barclay. These are the guys who’ve literally had their hands inside Yoda—yes, literally—and helped bring the most beloved alien puppet in cinema history to life. From The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi to The Dark Crystal and Little Shop of Horrors, Mike and David have been at the heart of some of the biggest (and weirdest) creatures ever to hit the sc...
2025-05-0550 min
Matinee HeroesEpisode 5 - Mike Quinn and David Barclay - CONversations with Craig Recorded live at EmpireCon 2019 in Los Angeles, this episode of Conversations with Craig dives deep into the foam, felt, and freakishly fun world of movie puppetry with two absolute legends: Mike Quinn and David Barclay. These are the guys who've literally had their hands inside Yoda—yes, literally—and helped bring the most beloved alien puppet in cinema history to life. From The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi to The Dark Crystal and Little Shop of Horrors, Mike and David have been at the heart of some of the biggest (and weirdest) creatures ever to h...
2025-05-0550 min
Matinee HeroesSpecial Presentation – Andor 2The Matinee Heroes crew is back with a special presentation on Andor Season 2, and let’s just say—this one doesn’t play it safe.
Host Craig Price joins Alan Cerny and Elizabeth Rapp to discuss how Andor ditches the fan service for real stakes, mature storytelling, and brutal political commentary. With all 12 episodes dropping early, Disney clearly believes in this season—and they should.
Star Wars Grows Up
Season 2 doesn’t just flirt with heavy themes—it wades into fascism, rebellion, and moral ambiguity without a life jacket. If Season 1 surprised you, Season 2 swings even harder, turning the spotlight on character...
2025-04-2129 min
Matinee HeroesSpecial Presentation - Andor 2 previewThe Matinee Heroes crew is back with a special presentation on Andor Season 2, and let's just say—this one doesn't play it safe. Host Craig Price joins Alan Cerny and Elizabeth Rapp to discuss how Andor ditches the fan service for real stakes, mature storytelling, and brutal political commentary. With all 12 episodes dropping early, Disney clearly believes in this season—and they should. Star Wars Grows Up Season 2 doesn't just flirt with heavy themes—it wades into fascism, rebellion, and moral ambiguity without a life jacket. If Season 1 surprised you, Season 2 swings even harder...
2025-04-2129 min
Matinee HeroesIntroducing Matinee Heroes presents CONversations with CraigHey listeners! We have a new monthly episode for you to enjoy starting in February.
Every unforgettable moment on-screen has a story to tell and you can hear it straight from the people who made it happen.
Matinee Heroes presents Conversations with Craig is a chance to revisit those unforgettable panels, uncovering stories you might not expect, and sharing those moments that only happen live in front of an audience. It’s not just about celebrity interviews; it’s about real conversations that reveal the creativity, humor, and humanity behind the entertainment we all love.
Ever wonder how Vincent D’Onofri...
2025-01-2701 min
Matinee HeroesMatinee Heroes presents CONversations with Craig - TrailerEvery unforgettable moment on-screen has a story to tell, and now you can hear it straight from the people who made it happen. Welcome to Matinee Heroes presents CONversations with Craig. Join Craig as he sits down with some of the most talented and interesting figures in pop culture—actors, directors, voiceover artists, and more. These live convention panels uncover stories you won't expect, revealing the creativity, humor, and humanity behind the entertainment we all love.
2025-01-1801 min
Matinee HeroesVertigoVERTIGO
A retired San Francisco detective, burdened by a debilitating fear of heights, is hired by an old friend to follow his wife, who exhibits strange and troubling behavior. As he delves deeper, he becomes dangerously obsessed with her, entangling himself in a web of deceit, murder, and illusion. His fixation leads to a haunting cycle of identity, madness, and lies that blurs the line between reality and obsession.
Craig and guest co-host Derek McCaw discuss film auteurs, toxic masculinity, how films grow beyond their original meanings and the movie “Vertigo” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!
Show Notes
0:55
Craig and gu...
2024-11-1656 min
Matinee HeroesVertigoVERTIGO A retired San Francisco detective, burdened by a debilitating fear of heights, is hired by an old friend to follow his wife, who exhibits strange and troubling behavior. As he delves deeper, he becomes dangerously obsessed with her, entangling himself in a web of deceit, murder, and illusion. His fixation leads to a haunting cycle of identity, madness, and lies that blurs the line between reality and obsession. Craig and guest co-host Derek McCaw discuss film auteurs, toxic masculinity, how films grow beyond their original meanings and the movie "Vertigo" on this week's Matinee...
2024-11-1656 min
Matinee HeroesDoctor ZhivagoDOCTOR ZHIVAGO
During the Russian Revolution, young doctor Yuri Zhivago, raised by his aunt and uncle, falls in love with the beautiful Lara, who has been having an affair with the unscrupulous businessman Victor Komarovsky. Despite marrying his cousin, Tonya, Yuri's love for Lara remains. Years later when by chance he and Lara meet again, the spark of love reignites.
Craig and guest co-host Elizabeth Rappe discuss Russian history, tragic love stories, middle-aged comedies and the movie “Doctor Zhivago” on this week’s Matinee Heroes.
Show Notes
1:01
Craig and guest co-host Elisabeth Rappe talk about Elizabeth's movie "gaps".
8:51
Craig and Elisab...
2024-11-091h 19
Matinee HeroesDoctor ZhivagoDOCTOR ZHIVAGO During the Russian Revolution, young doctor Yuri Zhivago, raised by his aunt and uncle, falls in love with the beautiful Lara, who has been having an affair with the unscrupulous businessman Victor Komarovsky. Despite marrying his cousin, Tonya, Yuri's love for Lara remains. Years later when by chance he and Lara meet again, the spark of love reignites. Craig and guest co-host Elizabeth Rappe discuss Russian history, tragic love stories, middle-aged comedies and the movie "Doctor Zhivago" on this week's Matinee Heroes. Show Notes 1:01 Craig and guest co-host Elisabeth...
2024-11-091h 19
Matinee HeroesThe Long Kiss GoodnightTHE LONG KISS GOODNIGHT
Schoolteacher and single mother Samantha Caine lives a quiet suburban life until strange memories and unusual physical skills emerge. She hires private detective Mitch Hennessey to prober her past, uncovering that she's actually a highly trained government assassin with amnesia. Now, her former handlers are determined to bring her back.
Craig and Alan start New-vember talking about not being ashamed of content gaps, 90’s action flicks and a movie Craig has never seen “The Long Kiss Goodnight” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!!
Show Notes
1:03
Craig and Alan talk about movie "gaps".
11:42
Craig and Alan discuss "The Long...
2024-11-021h 05
Matinee HeroesThe Long Kiss GoodnightTHE LONG KISS GOODNIGHT Schoolteacher and single mother Samantha Caine lives a quiet suburban life until strange memories and unusual physical skills emerge. She hires private detective Mitch Hennessey to prober her past, uncovering that she's actually a highly trained government assassin with amnesia. Now, her former handlers are determined to bring her back. Craig and Alan start New-vember talking about not being ashamed of content gaps, 90's action flicks and a movie Craig has never seen "The Long Kiss Goodnight" on this week's Matinee Heroes!! Show Notes 1:03 Craig and Alan...
2024-11-021h 05
Matinee HeroesCrimson PeakCRIMSON PEAK
After marrying the charming Sir Thomas Sharpe, young Edith moves to his remote gothic mansion, where his enigmatic sister, Lady Lucille, guards dark family secrets. Gifted with the ability to communicate with the dead, Edith seeks to uncover the mystery behind the haunting visions in her new home. But as she delves deeper, she may discover that true monsters are made of flesh and blood.
Craig, Alan and guest Elisabeth Rappe talk about gothic romance, creepy vibe movies, 80’s Halloween memories and the movie “Crimson Peak” on this week’s Matinee Villains!
Show Notes
0:53
Craig, Alan and guest Elisabeth...
2024-10-261h 21
Matinee HeroesCrimson PeakCRIMSON PEAK After marrying the charming Sir Thomas Sharpe, young Edith moves to his remote gothic mansion, where his enigmatic sister, Lady Lucille, guards dark family secrets. Gifted with the ability to communicate with the dead, Edith seeks to uncover the mystery behind the haunting visions in her new home. But as she delves deeper, she may discover that true monsters are made of flesh and blood. Craig, Alan and guest Elisabeth Rappe talk about gothic romance, creepy vibe movies, 80's Halloween memories and the movie "Crimson Peak" on this week's Matinee Villains! ...
2024-10-261h 21
Matinee HeroesForce 10 from NavaroneFORCE 10 FROM NAVARONE
After successfully sabotaging radar-guided Nazi guns, Brits Mallory and Miller find themselves attached to an elite American unit known as Force 10. The unlikely duo must accompany Force 10 leader Col. Barnsby and his men as they search for an escaped Nazi spy whom only Mallory and Miller can identify. But Force 10 has orders of their own : blow a giant dam in order to crush a strategic bridge held by the Nazis.
Craig, Alan and guest Elisabeth Rappe discuss comfort movies, trafficking pugs, World War 2 films and the movie “Force 10 From Navarone” for Craig’s birthday edition of Matinee Heroes...
2024-08-241h 20
Matinee HeroesForce 10 From NavaroneFORCE 10 FROM NAVARONE After successfully sabotaging radar-guided Nazi guns, Brits Mallory and Miller find themselves attached to an elite American unit known as Force 10. The unlikely duo must accompany Force 10 leader Col. Barnsby and his men as they search for an escaped Nazi spy whom only Mallory and Miller can identify. But Force 10 has orders of their own : blow a giant dam in order to crush a strategic bridge held by the Nazis. Craig, Alan and guest Elisabeth Rappe discuss comfort movies, trafficking pugs, World War 2 films and the movie "Force 10 From Navarone" for Craig's...
2024-08-241h 20
Matinee HeroesStar Wars: The Clone WarsSTAR WARS: THE CLONE WARS
As war sweeps through the galaxy, the Jedi Knights, including Anakin Skywalker, Obi-Wan Kenobi and Yoda, fight against the dark side, led by Count Dooku, in order to maintain freedom and restore peace to the galaxy in this action-packed series
Craig and special guest co-host Rob Ervin talk a Rebels reunion, top billing, Retro Expo and the movie “Star Wars: The Clone Wars” on this Live edition of Matinee Heroes!
Show Notes
0:47
Craig and guest co-host Rob Ervin discuss their favorite Star Wars Rebels character.
5:30
Craig and Rob discuss "Star Wars: The Clone Wars"
20:17
Recasting
36:08
Doubl...
2024-08-171h 31
Matinee HeroesStar Wars: The Clone WarsSTAR WARS: THE CLONE WARS As war sweeps through the galaxy, the Jedi Knights, including Anakin Skywalker, Obi-Wan Kenobi and Yoda, fight against the dark side, led by Count Dooku, in order to maintain freedom and restore peace to the galaxy in this action-packed series Craig and special guest co-host Rob Ervin talk a Rebels reunion, top billing, Retro Expo and the movie "Star Wars: The Clone Wars" on this Live edition of Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 0:47 Craig and guest co-host Rob Ervin discuss their favorite Star Wars Rebels character. 5:30
2024-08-171h 31
Matinee HeroesBecketBECKET
Debauched King Henry II installs his longtime court facilitator Thomas Becket as the Archbishop of Canterbury, assuming that his old friend will be a compliant and loyal lackey in the King's ongoing battles with the church. But Becket unexpectedly finds his true calling with God and aligns himself against the king's selfish wishes, causing a rift and an eventual showdown not only between the two men, but also the institutions they represent.
Craig and Alan talk about the end of friendships, great British actors, Alans 55th birthday and the movie “Becket” on Alan’s birthday edition of Matinee Heroes!
Show N...
2024-08-1050 min
Matinee HeroesBecketBECKET Debauched King Henry II installs his longtime court facilitator Thomas Becket as the Archbishop of Canterbury, assuming that his old friend will be a compliant and loyal lackey in the King's ongoing battles with the church. But Becket unexpectedly finds his true calling with God and aligns himself against the king's selfish wishes, causing a rift and an eventual showdown not only between the two men, but also the institutions they represent. Craig and Alan talk about the end of friendships, great British actors, Alans 55th birthday and the movie "Becket" on Alan's birthday...
2024-08-1050 min
Matinee HeroesMASHMASH
Three army surgeons create havoc with their martini parties and practical jokes while the war rages around them. Their lunatic lifestyle helps them cope with the everyday horrors they encounter in the Korean War.
Craig and guest co-host Rob Ervin discuss the start of the inappropriate 70s, the TV series vs the movie, Craig’s complete panel with Loretta Swit and Jamie Farr from Retro Expo and the movie “MASH” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!
Show Notes
1:11
Craig and guest co-host Rob Ervin recap Retro Expo.
23:14
Craig and Rob discuss "MASH"
45:04
Recasting
1:00:43
Double Feature
1:03:33
Final Thoughts
1:04:42
Craig's exclusive interview...
2024-08-031h 55
Matinee HeroesMASHMASH Three army surgeons create havoc with their martini parties and practical jokes while the war rages around them. Their lunatic lifestyle helps them cope with the everyday horrors they encounter in the Korean War. Craig and guest co-host Rob Ervin discuss the start of the inappropriate 70s, the TV series vs the movie, Craig's complete panel with Loretta Swit and Jamie Farr from Retro Expo and the movie "MASH" on this week's Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:11 Craig and guest co-host Rob Ervin recap Retro Expo. 23:14 Craig and Rob...
2024-08-031h 55
Matinee HeroesClash of the TitansCLASH OF THE TITANS
Perseus, son of the Greek god Zeus, grows up on a deserted island. His destiny is to marry Princess Andromeda who will someday rule the city of Joppa. But as long as the satyr Calibos -- who uses a giant vulture to kidnap Andromeda's soul every night -- is alive, no one can marry her. Perseus travels to Joppa, where he must defeat Calibos and other mythological monsters to rescue his beloved Andromeda.
Live from Retro Expo in Plano, Texas - Craig and special guest host Rob Ervin discuss monsters and mayhem, Ray Harryhausen, a full...
2024-07-271h 33
Matinee HeroesClash of the TitansCLASH OF THE TITANS Perseus, son of the Greek god Zeus, grows up on a deserted island. His destiny is to marry Princess Andromeda who will someday rule the city of Joppa. But as long as the satyr Calibos -- who uses a giant vulture to kidnap Andromeda's soul every night -- is alive, no one can marry her. Perseus travels to Joppa, where he must defeat Calibos and other mythological monsters to rescue his beloved Andromeda. Live from Retro Expo in Plano, Texas - Craig and special guest host Rob Ervin discuss monsters and...
2024-07-271h 33
Matinee HeroesPreyPREY
A skilled Comanche warrior protects her tribe from a highly evolved alien predator that hunts humans for sport, fighting against wilderness, dangerous colonizers and this mysterious creature to keep her people safe.
Craig, guest co-host Brendan Agnew and guest Mark Woodring discuss, monsters, hatchet throwing, an exclusive interview with Dane DiLiegro the predator from the movie "Prey" on this week’s Matinee Heroes!
Show Notes
1:04
Craig, guest co-host Brendan Agnew and guest Mark Woodring talk about their favorite monsters.
4:20
Craig, Brendan and Mark discuss "Prey"
29:14
Recasting
32:11
Double Feature
35:26
Final Thoughts
41:30
Craig's exclusive interview with Dane DiLiegro recorded live at Ori...
2024-07-131h 39
Matinee HeroesPreyPREY A skilled Comanche warrior protects her tribe from a highly evolved alien predator that hunts humans for sport, fighting against wilderness, dangerous colonizers and this mysterious creature to keep her people safe. Craig, guest co-host Brendan Agnew and guest Mark Woodring discuss, monsters, hatchet throwing, an exclusive interview with Dane DiLiegro the predator from the movie "Prey" on this week's Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:04 Craig, guest co-host Brendan Agnew and guest Mark Woodring talk about their favorite monsters. 4:20 Craig, Brendan and Mark discuss "Prey" 29:14 Recasting 32:11
2024-07-131h 39
Matinee HeroesMillion Dollar BabyMILLION DOLLAR BABY
Frankie Dunn, a seasoned boxing trainer in Los Angeles, is known for keeping his distance from others. However, when Maggie Fitzgerald, a young woman from working-class Missouri, seeks out Frankie's guidance at his gym, he reluctantly agrees to train her. As they work together, a strong bond forms between them, ultimately leading to a transformation that will profoundly impact both of their lives.
Craig, Alan and guest Elisabeth Rappe talk about euthanasia, snot bubble endings, the Origins Game Fair and the movie “Million Dollar Baby” on this week’s Matinee Heroes.
Show Notes
1:10
Craig, Alan and guest Elisab...
2024-05-181h 30
Matinee HeroesMillion Dollar BabyMILLION DOLLAR BABY Frankie Dunn, a seasoned boxing trainer in Los Angeles, is known for keeping his distance from others. However, when Maggie Fitzgerald, a young woman from working-class Missouri, seeks out Frankie's guidance at his gym, he reluctantly agrees to train her. As they work together, a strong bond forms between them, ultimately leading to a transformation that will profoundly impact both of their lives. Craig, Alan and guest Elisabeth Rappe talk about euthanasia, snot bubble endings, the Origins Game Fair and the movie "Million Dollar Baby" on this week's Matinee Heroes. ...
2024-05-181h 30
Matinee HeroesThe Secret of NIHMTHE SECRET OF NIHM
Mrs. Brisby is a widowed mouse who must move her children out of their home in a field before the local farmer starts plowing. Unable to leave because her son is ill, Mrs. Brisby seeks the help of nearby rats, who have heightened intelligence after being the subjects of scientific experiments. She receives an unexpected gift from the elder rat, Nicodemus but Mrs. Brisby is soon caught in a conflict among the rats, jeopardizing her mission to save her family.
Craig, Alan and guest Rob Ervin talk dark animation, Craig’s exclusive interview with Don Bluth, br...
2023-12-231h 46
Matinee HeroesThe Neverending StoryTHE NEVERENDING STORY
On his way to school, Bastian ducks into a bookstore to avoid bullies. Sneaking away with a book called "The Neverending Story," Bastian begins reading the novel about Fantasia, a fantasy land threatened by "The Nothing," a darkness that destroys everything it touches. The kingdom needs the help of a human child to survive. When Bastian reads a description of himself in the book, he begins to wonder if Fantasia is real and needs him to survive.
Craig and guest co-host Brendan Agnew talk about kid movie influences, nihilism in children’s tales, horse trauma and the mov...
2023-12-1642 min
Matinee HeroesGood Will HuntingGOOD WILL HUNTING
Will Hunting has a genius-level IQ but chooses to work as a janitor at MIT. When he solves a difficult graduate-level math problem, his talents are discovered by a professor who decides to help the misguided youth reach his potential. When Will is arrested for attacking a police officer, the Professor makes a deal to get leniency for him if he will get treatment from a therapist
Craig and Alan discuss positive representations of therapy, going home, turning the big 5-0 and the movie “Good Will Hunting” as we celebrate Craig’s Matinee Birthday!!
Show Notes
1:00
Craig and Al...
2023-08-261h 00
Matinee HeroesIndiana Jones and the Temple of DoomINDIANA JONES AND THE TEMPLE OF DOOM
Intrepid archaeologist Indiana Jones, on the trail of fortune and glory in Old Shanghai, is ricocheted into a dangerous adventure in India. With his faithful companion Short Round and nightclub singer Willie Scott, Indy goes in search of the magical Sankara stone, and uncovers an ancient evil which threatens all who come into contact with it.
Craig, Alan and guest Elisabeth Rappe (@ElisabethRappe on twitter) talk about the power of Ke Huy Quan’s Short Round, Geeks Who Drink, peak Harrison Ford and the movie “Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom” on this we...
2023-05-061h 20
Matinee HeroesStar Trek: First ContactSTAR TREK: FIRST CONTACT
After an epic battle against cybernetically-enhanced life forms called the Borg, Captain Picard and the crew of the Enterprise follow the Borg Sphere back into the 21st century to prevent the Borg from contaminating Earth’s timeline and preventing Earth’s first contact. Picard and the crew must work together to battle the Borg Queen before she assimilates all of mankind and changes history forever.
Craig, Alan and Brendan Agnew (@BLCAgnew on twitter) talk about Strange New Worlds, looking ahead at 2023, a live panel with Brent Spiner (@BrentSpiner) and the movie “Star Trek: First Contact” on this wee...
2022-12-311h 41
Matinee HeroesFull Metal JacketFULL METAL JACKET
A smart-aleck Private Joker and pudgy Private Pyle try to endure the rigors of basic training. Though Pyle takes a frightening detour, Joker graduates to the Marine Corps and is sent to Vietnam as a journalist, covering -- and eventually participating in -- the bloody Tet Offensive.
Craig and Alan talk about the amazing R. Lee Ermy, the deconstruction of soldiers, Craig’s full panel with Vincent D’Onofrio at FanX Salt Lake and the movie “Full Metal Jacket” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!
Show Notes
0:55
Craig and Alan discuss an upcoming visit to Los Angeles
8:21
Craig and...
2022-12-1000 minMatinee HeroesPresumed InnocentPRESUMED INNOCENT
Rusty Sabich is a dedicated criminal prosecutor seduced into a short-lived extramarital affair by a beautiful colleague. When she is found dead--apparently the victim of rape and murder--all the evidence incriminates Sabich. Now, the prosecutor must fight a seemingly hopeless legal battle for his very life.
Craig, Alan and guest Elisabeth Rappe (@ElisabethRappe on twitter) talk about ACAB, looking at different perspectives, traffic tickets and the movie “Presumed Innocent” on this week’s Matinee Heroes.
Show Notes
0:59
Craig, Alan and guest Elisabeth Rappe discuss small time courts and traffic tickets.
6:50
Craig, Alan and Elizabeth discuss "Presumed Innocent"
38:24
Recasting
1:24:35
Double Fe...
2022-12-0300 minMatinee HeroesA Few Good MenA FEW GOOD MEN
Lt. Daniel Kaffee is a military lawyer defending two U.S. Marines charged with killing a fellow Marine at the Guantanamo Bay Naval Base in Cuba. Although Kaffee is known for seeking plea bargains, a fellow lawyer, Lt. Cdr. JoAnne Galloway, convinces him that the accused marines were most likely carrying out an order from a commanding officer. Kaffee takes a risk by calling Col. Nathan R. Jessep to the stand in an effort to uncover the conspiracy.
Craig is joined by guest co-host Derek McCaw (@FanboyPlanet on twitter) and guest Bryan Richards (@FirewaterCast on twitter...
2022-11-1900 minMatinee HeroesThe FogTHE FOG
According to legend, six sailors killed when shipwrecked 100 years ago in Antonio Bay, California, will rise to avenge their deaths. As daylight fades, a mysterious fog envelops the town and begins to strew panic and death.
Craig, Alan and guest Brendan Agnew (@BLCAgnew on twitter) discuss ghost stories, is Craig a John Carpenter fan, what do you show a 5-year-old for Halloween and the movie “The Fog” on this week’s Matinee Villains!
Show Notes
0:57
Craig, Alan and Brendan Agnew talk about what little 5-year-old Marion is watching this Halloween season.
7:38
Craig, Alan and Brendan discuss "The Fog"
31:51
Recastin...
2022-10-2200 minMatinee HeroesNightcrawlerNIGHTCRAWLER
Lou Bloom is a driven young man desperate for work who discovers the high-speed world of L.A. crime. Lou muscles into the cut-throat, dangerous realm of nightcrawling -- where freelance camera crews film crashes, fires, murder, and other mayhem for money. Lou soon blurs the line between observer and participant to become the star of his own story.
Craig and Alan talk about first page Google knowledge, their adventures at FanX and fantastic fest, CEO psychopaths and the movie “NightCrawler” on this 300th episode of Matinee Heroes!!
Show Notes
0:57
Craig and Alan look back at a hectic September with...
2022-10-1500 minMatinee HeroesClear and Present DangerCLEAR AND PRESENT DANGER
When an American businessman, and friend of the president, is murdered on a yacht, CIA Agent Jack Ryan starts discovering links between the man and drug dealers. As another agent John Clark is sent to Colombia to kill drug kingpins in retaliation, Ryan must fight through multiple cover-ups to figure out what happened and who's responsible.
Craig Alan and guest Elisabeth Rappe (@ElisabethRappe on twitter) discuss Harrison Ford as a nerd, sleazy government employees, Craig’s love of doughnuts and the movie "Clear And Present Danger" on Craig’s Birthday edition of Matinee Heroes!
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2022-08-2000 minMatinee HeroesBlazing SaddlesBLAZING SADDLES
A corrupt governor grants a reprieve to an African American convict if the condemned man agrees to serve as sheriff of a small Western town, believing that new sheriff will only live long enough to serve the needs of the governor and his nefarious railroad-baron backer.
Craig and Alan welcome guest Craig Lindsey to discuss racial double standards, getting banned on twitter, “woke” society and the movie “Blazing Saddles” on this week’s Matinee Heroes.
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Craig, Alan and guest Craig Lindsey discuss freelancing film reviews and getting suspended from twitter.
10:27
Craig, Alan and Craig discuss the movie "Bla...
2022-03-1200 minMatinee HeroesGoodfellasGOODFELLAS
Henry Hill grows up in the mob and works very hard to advance himself through the ranks. He enjoys his life of money and luxury, but he’s oblivious to the horror that he causes. A drug addiction and a few mistakes ultimately unravel Henry’s climb to the top.
Craig and Alan discuss family, mobsters, visiting the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the movie “Goodfellas” as we celebrate Craig’s Matinee Birthday!
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Craig and Alan talk about visiting Los Angeles and how sketchy the Hollywood Walk of Fame is.
8:56
Craig and Alan discuss Craig's birthday pick "Goodfellas"
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2021-08-2100 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 250 - Podcast FinaleIt was bound to happen and so ends the journey of Reality Check with Craig Price. After 7 years, over 175 different guests, live shows, celebrity panels, Craig's speaking program excerpts and speaker roundtables, it's time to prove that all good things must come to an end. Craig explains his decision and thanks some folks as well as promotes his other podcast that isn't going anywhere, Matinee Heroes. Thanks for listening and supporting the show!
2018-03-1307 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 249 - Jennifer Kahnweiler PhD - The Introverted Leader 2nd EditionJennifer Kahnweiler (@JennKahnweiler on Twitter) returns to talk to host Craig Price about the 2nd edition of her book "The Introverted Leader". Longtime listeners will remember Jennifer from Episode 180 back in 2015 when she came on the podcast to discuss introverts. This time she's back and she's updated her book "The Introverted Leader: Building on Your Quiet Strength" to include new information, clarify past entries and expand on how introverts can communicate in extroverted environments. Jennifer and Craig talk about reactions to the 1st edition, what Jennifer has learned over the past 10 years since the book came out...
2018-03-0628 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 248 - Alan Cerny - 2018 Oscar PredictionsAlan Cerny (@NordlingCS on twitter) joins host Craig Price to pick their Oscar winners of the 2018 Academy Awards! The twosome of Alan and Craig take time off their successful spinoff podcast, Matinee Heroes, to do their annual discussion and selection of who they think should and will win Oscars. This year's nominees are (links go to Alan's reviews on Comingsoon.net) : Supporting Actor: Willem Dafoe, “The Florida Project” Woody Harrelson, “Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri” Richard Jenkins, “The Shape of Water” Christopher Plummer, “All the Money in the World” Sa...
2018-02-271h 29
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 247 - Beth Ziesenis - The Big Book of AppsBeth Ziesenis (@NerdyBFF on twitter) joins host Craig Price to discuss her latest project "The Big Book of Apps". It's an app filled world and we're just living in it. But how do you know if an app is worth the space on your phone? How do you find apps, which apps are important and which apps are the most popular? Craig doesn't know. The only app he's concerned with it the Reality Check Podcast app! Thankfully, our nerdy best friend Beth Ziesenis is here with her book to zero in on apps that are worth your ti...
2018-01-2325 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 246 - Chip Lutz - Get Past the CrapChip Lutz (@chiplutz on twitter) returns to talk with host Craig Price about his new leadership book "Get Past the Crap". We all have crap we deal with be it work, home, health, extended family, whatever. Often, that crap stops us from moving ahead. Chip is here to talk about how you can move forward with purpose. He also discuss how to help yourself so you can help lead your team. Chip can be found at http://www.unconventionalleader.com/ and his book is available now at Amazon.com
2018-01-1623 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 245 - Ben Neiburger - Family Legal MessesBen Neiburger returns to share some horror stories with host Craig Price about family legal messes. The holidays are fast approaching and nothing says "holidays" like family. So why not celebrate how great your family is by hearing some less than flattering stories of family legal issues dealing with wills and estates. Be it giving everything secretly to charity instead of the kids or squabbling over petty things like photographs that you could easily copy, Ben has seen a lot. And of course we leave with an uplifting message of hope...no, really! Of unexpected kindness that some wills h...
2017-12-1219 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 244 - Terry Brock - CryptocurrencyTerry Brock (@TerryBrock on twitter) is back to talk to host Craig Price about cryptocurrency. What is cryptocurrency? Think digital cash only with a bigger payout. Craig and Terry talk about what bitcoin is, the pros and cons of this cyber currency, how secure is, how does inflation play into it and the future of blockchains. Didn't understand any or all of that? Neither did Craig until he sat down with Terry to get all the information. A very insightful podcast, if you want to get a glimpse of the future, download this episode now before bitcoin becomes too...
2017-12-0528 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 243 - Gina Abudi - Positive Organizational ChangeGina Abudi (@GinaAbudi on twitter) returns to talk with host Craig Price about positive organizational change. Change is hard, it can be scary for some and automatically rejected by others. Thankfully, Gina has written a new book Implementing Positive Organizational Change: A Strategic Project Management Approach to guide companies through change and create a culture where change is not only expected but embraced. The two discuss engaging employees, creating stakeholder support committees and Gina's new undertaking as a speaker. From the book: In today's increasingly competitive global marketplace, organizations that do not regularly undertake change initiatives will find...
2017-11-2825 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 242 - Alan Cerny - 2017 Holiday Movie PreviewAlan Cerny (@nordlingCS on twitter) joins host Craig Price for their 2017 Holiday movie preview. Craig is finally moved in from his cross country move to Northern California and is ready to resume podcasting! The annual holiday visit by Alan to Reality Check brings lots of Oscar contenders and some highly anticipated blockbusters! Be sure to catch Alan and Craig's weekly podcast discussing heroic cinema titled Matinee Heroes! Movies in this episode include (with scheduled release dates): November 22: Coco November 22: Darkest Hour November 22: The Man Who Invented Christmas D...
2017-11-2156 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 241 - Live from Salt Lake Comic Con: John and Joan CusackLive from Salt Lake Comic Con, host Craig Price moderates a panel for John and Joan Cusack (@johncusack and @realjoancusack on twitter)! On Saturday, September 22nd, Craig had the pleasure of sitting down with actor siblings Joan and John Cusack! Yes...those Cusacks!! Craig really let his fanboy out to moderate a panel covering the Cubs winning the World Series, growing up with the Cusacks, dumb internet trolls and more. Craig also explains the podcast's absence and why it will be taking a short hiatus until November.
2017-10-0331 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 240 - Michael Domitrz - Everyday Mindfulness ShowMike Domitrz (@MindfulnessShow on Twitter) returns to talk with host Craig Price about his latest foray into podcasting: The Everyday Mindfulness Show. Mike has been on a bunch of podcasts, including several times on this very podcast! The two talk about what mindfulness is, how it can vary from person to person, starting a podcast and managing energy when recording multiple episodes in one sitting! What is the Everyday Mindfulness Show? Dive into fun, thought-provoking, and engaging conversations on everyday mindfulness – from meditation to spirituality to personal passions to success and failure to relationships and much...
2017-08-2228 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 239 - Matinee Heroes Podcast SpotlightCraig offers up episode 33 of Matinee Heroes (@matineeheroes on twitter) featuring the movie Jaws! Matinee Heroes is a podcast where Craig Price and Alan Cerny take a movie that spotlights heroic cinema, take lessons from said hero and apply them to their own lives. They've already done a live episode at Comicpalooza in June, partnered with Alamo Drafthouse to host movie parties and special screenings and have even created merch! Yes actual merchandise with t-shirts that have their mascot Manny T. Hero the manatee in various movies like a manatee Indiana Jones and manatee Ripley from Aliens as...
2017-08-151h 05
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 238 - Raji Sivaraman - Making Projects SingRaji Sivaraman joins host Craig Price to discuss her new book "Making Projects Sing: A Musical Perspective of Project Management". Most people like music and EVERYONE loves project management. So why not bring the two together? Raji and Craig talk about just that as they discuss how musicians and project managers often do many of the same activities, have many of the same processes and can learn how to improve both by looking at how the two relate to each other. Raji shares how M.U.S.I.C. (Measure, Utilize, Schedule, Integrate, Communicate) are important regardless if you ar...
2017-08-0824 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 237 - Avish Parashar - Unconventional ProfessionsAvish Parashar (@avishp on twitter) returns to talk to host Craig Price his new coaching program for unconventional professions. If you live an unconventional life like I do, you know that getting useful help is a struggle. So many people with conventional jobs offer conventional wisdom that would be great if only you had a "normal" job. Avish struggled with this for a few years until he finally figured a few things out and created a coaching program to help other unconventional professionals too! Avish and Craig talk about how you should take advice, how to get clarity on...
2017-07-2526 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 235 - Jessica PettittJessica Pettitt (@jesspettitt on twitter) returns to talk to host Craig Price about her new book "Good Enough Now". Waiting for that perfect moment before starting something new often becomes just waiting around. Perfectionism is a fool's errand and that's why Jessica wrote "Good Enough Now: How Doing the Best We Can With What We Have is Better Than Nothing" because why wait? Craig and Jess discuss her new book, how we need to leave room for edits in our life and behavior as well as honoring our authentic selves. In her breakthrough message, author and speaker...
2017-07-1131 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 234 - Valerie Grubb - Clash of the GenerationsValerie Grubb (@valgrubb on twitter) discuss her new book Clash of the Generations with host Craig Price. Craig is no stranger to generational issues. He speaks on the subject himself (notice the complete lack of link to his own programs!!) so he's eager to discuss how other speakers view the subject. Thankfully, Valerie wrote an entire book on it called Clash of the Generations: Managing the New Workplace Reality. The two discuss, who's really to blame for this generational gap, if it is harder for a seasoned veteran to be managed by a younger person or for a new...
2017-06-1330 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 233 - Tiffanie Kellog - Referral MarketingTiffanie Kellog (@TiffanieKellog on twitter) introduces host Craig Price to referral marketing. It is well documented on this very podcast Craig's own disdain and ineptness when it comes to marketing. With all his social hangups it's just not easy to market and network as well as he'd like. Referral marketing and networking helps out as it allows others to assist Craig in spreading his message and get business he wouldn't have gotten on his own. The two discuss how to spend your networking time, how to choose when and where to network, how referral marketing has more credibility than...
2017-06-0628 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 232 - Alex Chernomazov and Ella Malamud - GreensparkAlex Chernomazov and Ella Malamud talk to host Craig Price about their new kickstarter project Greenspark, an interactive sustainability park. Sustainability isn't just a buzzword. It should be something we strive to do everyday, not just in business terms but in human terms. Alex and Ella have created a new park dedicated to getting people to experience all aspects of sustainable living — renewable energy, green building, and pollution-free transportation — in one place. You can learn more about Greenspark and donate at their kickstarter homepage. Or go to Greensparkvt.com
2017-05-3024 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 231 - Alan Cerny - 2017 Summer Movie PreviewAlan Cerny (@NordlingCS on twitter) returns with host Craig Price to preview the 2017 Summer Movies. Despite their constant podcasting lately for Matinee Heroes, Alan and Craig took some time to bring in the summer as they do each year with a summer movie preview. The two discuss their hope DC gets one right with Wonder Woman, Tom Cruise's inability to act scared and Craig's blind love of minions. Be sure to catch Alan and Craig's weekly podcast discussing heroic cinema titled Matinee Heroes! Movies in this episode include (with scheduled release dates): Ju...
2017-05-231h 07
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 230 - Jerome Wade - PerformanceJerome Wade (@JeromeWade on twitter) discusses performance with host Craig Price. Peak performance and Craig are rarely in the same neighborhood, yet that doesn't stop him from wondering in awe how others lift themselves to higher levels. Together with Jerome Wade from Epic Advantage, the two discuss how to not red-line yourself by performing too high for too long, some key practices you can do to lift your performance and how we can live in the most productive society in history and still feel unproductive! Craig gives a pretty high performance interview this week so you should really listen!
2017-05-1631 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 229 - Laurie Guest - Secret ShoppingLaurie Guest (@LaurieGuest on Twitter) joins host Craig Price to discuss secret shopping. Anyone who's looked in the want ads of a newspaper (they still have those?) or job board will see ads looking for secret shoppers. Laurie takes this to the next level, diving deep to get to know her clients and expectations. Craig and Laurie discuss how she started her secret shopping consultancy, how you only have one shot in life to make a good impression on a customer, different ways secret shopping can be applied and more. You can learn all about Laurie at h...
2017-05-0227 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 228 - Ming Chen - Con LifeMing Chen (@mingchen37 on twitter) returns to share his experiences at convention life with host Craig Price. Once again Reality Check with Craig Price is a proud member of the Comicpalooza Podcast Partnership Program. To celebrate, Craig has been sitting on this episode since New Year's, when he and Ming Chen, from AMC's Comic Book Men, recorded a panel at Marvelous Nerd Year's Eve. With Ming returning to Comicpalooza again this year, May 12th through the 14th, Craig wanted to give a glimpse into what it is like going from con to con. Ming is everywhere and k...
2017-04-2559 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceSPECIAL REPOST: Episode 215 - Amelie Robitaille - Cirque Du Soleil: KuriosREPOST: This episode was originally released back on October 18th 2016. I’m rereleasing it now as Cirque Du Soleil: Kurios opened here in Houston on the 6th of April and will be running until May 21st. Head to cirquedisoleli.com/kurios for tickets. Amelie Robitaille (@Cirque on twitter) joins host Craig Price to discuss Cirque Du Soleil and their new touring show Kurios. The reputation of Cirque Du Soleil is undeniable, so why did they agree to talk to Craig? Because the circus of the sun is coming to town and who better to talk to about lif...
2017-04-1129 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 227 - Ming-Na WenActress Ming-Na Wen (@MingNa on twitter) joined host Craig Price on stage during New Year's Eve! One of the benefits of being a world-class moderator (in his mind) is getting the chance to sit with some very talented people. During the Marvelous Nerd Year's Eve event, Craig asked about her character on Marvel's Agents of SHIELD, being a disney princess, working with Jean-Claude Van Damme and fields questions from the crowd. If you've never been to a comic-con panel, take a peek with one of the most popular actresses in the business! Special thanks to past guest...
2017-04-0452 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 226 - Traci Brown - Body LanguageTraci Brown (@TraciBrown37 on twitter) joins host Craig Price to discuss her 2017 Association of Legal Administrators Conference session on body language. With Craig presenting 2 sessions - Leading from All Sides and Getting a Grip on Negativity - in Denver on April 4th, he wanted to make sure some other great speakers were showcased. Traci talks to Craig about keeping body language in context, clues someone is lying and more. You can learn more about Traci at http://bodylanguagetrainer.com CM30: How to Tell When Someone Is Lying Wednesday, April 5 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM A...
2017-03-2825 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 225 - Steve Hughes - Engaging PresentationsSteve Hughes joins host Craig Price to discuss his 2017 Association of Legal Administrators Conference session on engaging presentations. With Craig presenting 2 sessions - Leading from All Sides and Getting a Grip on Negativity - in Denver on April 4th, he wanted to make sure some other great speakers were showcased. Steve talks to Craig about introductions, cell phones, powerpoint and more. You can learn more about Steve at theconferencespeaker.com. CM33: Captivate: Presentations That Engage and Win Over Today's Distracted Audiences Wednesday, April 5 3:00 PM - 4:15 PM What if you were the most...
2017-03-2130 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 224 - Jill Schiefelbein - Dynamic CommunicationJill Schiefelbein (@dynamicjill on twitter) joins host Craig Price to discuss her new book about and titled (how convenient!) "Dynamic Communication". Jill is the busiest person Craig knows. From her consulting and speaking business, to her articles and online videos for Entrepreneur, Jill is always in motion, kicking butt and taking names. Now she has a new book called "Dynamic Communication: 27 Strategies to Grow, Lead, and Manage Your Business" Telling the story of your business is about more than writing grammatically correct proposals and emails or speaking to investors without using “ums” and “uhs.” To get your...
2017-03-1431 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 223 - Manley Feinberg - Reaching Your Next SummitManley Feinberg (@manleyf on twitter) joins host Craig Price to discuss his new leadership book Reaching Your Next Summit! Not everyone has the same leadership experiences or gains insights from the same activities. As Craig likes to say in his own leadership program "Leading from All Sides" there is no "one way". Rock climbing is something Craig wouldn't run out and do. Or even be in the shape to do! But that doesn't mean he can't learn from others who have. As an avid climber, Manley teaches leadership through his stories culminating from a lifetime of adventure...
2017-03-0736 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 222 - Maximiliano Hernandez and Christina WrenMaximiliano Hernandez (@maxitois4real on twitter) and Christina Wren (@ChristinaSWren on twitter) join host Craig Price to discuss their roles in superhero movies. It's a crossover episode! Craig's latest podcast project Matinee Heroes spotlighted the movie Captain America: The Winter Soldier and included half of the interview from Marvelous Nerd Year's Eve with Max (they're close enough pals to use shorter names) but Christina also was dishing out wisdom too. So why waste such good stuff? Craig wouldn't, of course. So here is their interview in its entirety. The three have a great discussion on how Marvel's...
2017-02-2851 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 221 - Alan Cerny - 2017 Oscar PredictionsAlan Cerny (@NordlingCS on twitter) joins host Craig Price to discuss their 2017 Oscar Predictions. It’s Season 7! It wouldn’t be Reality Check if the season didn’t start with the Oscars. Craig and Alan predict their choices for the 2017 Academy Awards, why the Oscars seemed to come down to about 7 movies, why someone should have or shouldn't have been nominated as well as who they think WILL win and who they think SHOULD win. Craig rails against La-La-Land, especially Ryan Gosling, Alan talk about the importance of a movie like Moonlight, they argue if Elle was a mansplaining movie an...
2017-02-211h 34
Reality Check with Craig PriceBONUS EPISODE - Rogue One: A Star Wars StoryAlan Cerny (@nordlingCS on twitter) and host Craig Price got an early screening of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. So what was there next move? They raced back to the studio to podcast about it of course! The two discuss the plot, the characters, the direction, everything! And when we say everything, that means SPOILERS. Be sure to go see Rogue One this weekend and then listen to the guys gush over the latest chapter to their favorite universe. This also is a bit of a preview of their new spin-off podcast Matinee Heroes debuting in J...
2016-12-1553 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 220 - Devin Pike - Marvelous Nerd Year's EveDevin Pike (@MarvelousNYE on twitter) joins host Craig Price to discuss a Marvelous Nerd Year's Eve with Stan Lee. What is a Marvelous Nerd Year's Eve? Only the biggest 4 day party in Dallas this December 29th through January 1st. Craig and Devin discuss all the great guests, starting with Stan the Man Lee and continuing with great celebrities like Michael Rooker and Sean Gunn from Guardians of the Galaxy, Nichelle Nichols (the original Uhura) from Star Trek, Sylvester McCoy from Doctor Who and many, many more. Devin also discusses his plan to make this event with 24-hour fan panels...
2016-11-2231 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 219 - Carl David - SuicideCarl David talks to host Craig Price about his book about suicide and suicide prevention. Suicide is an awful thing. Not only is a tragedy for the person who commits the act but the aftermath can destroy families and a leave a wake of pain affecting everyone left behind. What started as a love letter to his father quickly turned into a cathartic exploration of a family surviving suicide. The book, Bader Field: How My Family Survived Suicide, reveals the story of how a family endured struggle and torment after a suicide, and their fight to survive...
2016-11-1527 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 218 - Chris Price - AssessmentsChris Price (@ChrisPriceCDP on twitter) joins host Craig Price (no relation) to discuss assessments. We've probably seen or taken a few assessments in our work lives (turns out I am such a Samantha) but are we using assessments properly? Chris talks about how a properly used assessment can help make more informed hiring decisions, create a better culture and find "red flags" in departments and organizations. They also talk about how they are abused and why a professional developed assessments with solid data behind it are far more accurate than making one yourself. You can learn more...
2016-11-0832 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 217 - Alan Cerny - 2016 Holiday Movie PreviewAlan Cerny (@NordlingCS on twitter) of ComingSoon.net joins host Craig Price for their 2016 Holiday Movie Preview. If it's November, it's time for Alan and Craig to talk movies coming out for the holiday season. This year the two talk Doctor Strange and how Alan's friend C. Robert Cargill co-wrote the screenplay, when does an artist's personal life crossover into their professional life and when can you forgive past transgressions (if ever), their mutual love of Kate McKinnon, geeking out over the first non-Skywalker Star Wars movie Rogue One and the crowded Oscar bait movies this Christmas. M...
2016-11-011h 29
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 216 - Crystal Washington - One Tech ActionCrystal Washington (@CrysWashington on twitter) returns to discuss her latest book "One Tech Action" with host Craig Price. Past guest Crystal Washington is back and she's written a guide book to help sort through the world of app for busy professionals. Craig is neither all that busy or all that professional. Nonetheless, the two discuss how to find safe apps, how good are app assistants, why Crystal LOVES Evernote and even some tips from Craig on how to avoid talking to relatives without causing problems. “One Tech Action” empowers non-techie, busy professionals to easily take advantage of tech...
2016-10-2528 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 215 - Amelie Robitaille - Cirque Du Soleil: KuriosAmelie Robitaille (@Cirque on twitter) joins host Craig Price to discuss Cirque Du Soleil and their new touring show Kurios. The reputation of Cirque Du Soleil is undeniable, so why did they agree to talk to Craig? Because the circus of the sun is coming to town and who better to talk to about life under the strange big top of than someone as strange as Craig? Thankfully, Amelie is used to talking to clowns. She and Craig discuss behind the scenes of The Cirque, how they plan shows, what they look for when auditioning performers, how they deal...
2016-10-1829 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 214 - Patrick Allmond - List BuildingPatrick Allmond (@PatrickAllmond on twitter) returns to talk to host Craig Price about list building. We've all been told over and over again that to make it business you have to grow your audience and build your list of emails. Be it newsletters, white papers, bribes or whatever, just like in GlenGarry Glen Ross you need the leads. For many, it can be daunting growing a list because it assumes you already have a list to grow. Thankfully, Patrick knows how to grow lists, how to segment them, cull them properly and even A/B test them! Not sure...
2016-10-1133 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 213 - Cary Gordon - RebrandingCary Gordon with Prime Camera (@PrimeCameraUSA on twitter) returns to discuss rebranding with host Craig Price. It's not common that a guest not named Alan Cerny comes on the show twice in a year. Last time, Cary came on to discuss his position as Social Media Marketer for Comicpalooza. This time, he's here to discuss his day job with Microsearch, a name you may have heard in our speakers roundtable episode over the summer. When Cary mentioned to Craig that Microsearch was rebranding to become Prime Camera, even Craig could see that this would be a perfect opportunity to b...
2016-10-0425 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 212 - Ralph Peterson - DietingRalph Peterson (@SpeakerRalphP on twitter) joins host Craig Price to discuss dieting. Dieting is no fun regardless of how much you weigh or have to lose. It can be a nightmare of shame and feelings of failure, especially when you have to lose triple digits just to begin to be healthy. It can be tough dropping old habits and dealing with people who use food as encouragement or a coping mechanism. Ralph talks with Craig about how he lost over 150 pounds, dealing with awkward compliments, the inner monologue and more. He also talks about how he started running to los...
2016-09-2742 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 211 - Jen Rulon - TriathlonsJen Rulon (@CoachJenRulon on twitter) discussing preparing and running triathlons with host Craig Price. Knowing Craig and the height of his exercise regime is struggling to scoop hard ice cream out of the gallon container, it would seem unlikely that a true athlete would be on the podcast. But there is a huge difference between doing a triathlon and talking about one, so Craig immediately got comfy in his chair to talk with Coach Jen. Jen has run over 10 Ironman triathlons and coached over 20 athletes for the ironman. Despite the seemingly opposite approaches to fitness Craig and Jen have a...
2016-09-2038 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 210 - Carolyn Strauss - Home ShoppingCarolyn Strauss (@CarolynStrauss on twitter) joins host Craig Price to discuss her experiences and what she learned partnering with the Home Shopping Network. While Craig has known Carolyn for a few years, he never asked her on because she was a bit too well known. Why would she come on his little old podcast? When she offered to come on, Craig leapt at the chance. It wasn't just because she is a world class designer and businesswoman with vast experience running a multimillion dollar apparel company. There was also the bonus of getting some serious street cred with the w...
2016-09-1336 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 209 - Lindsey Matheson - Endangered: Art for ApesDr. Lindsey Matheson (@art4apes on twitter) joins host Craig Price to discuss the Endangered: Art for Apes art contest. For the past two years, Craig has been involved with the Endangered: Art for Apes contest, entering and exhibiting his photos each year. This year, while he's still on the hunt for the elusive photo to submit, he asked founder and curator of the Art for Apes contest on to discuss how the contest works and what the money supports. The two talk about what the Center for Great Apes (which gets every penny of the entry fees) does...
2016-08-3023 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 208 - 2016 Speakers RoundtableMary Kelly, Jason Kotecki, Jessica Pettitt and Thom Singer (@marykellyspeaks, @kimandjason, @jesspettitt and @thomsinger on Twitter) join host Craig Price for his 2016 Speakers Roundtable. Each year, Craig gathers the best minds in the speaking industry to sit down during the National Speakers Association's annual convention (this year in hell...I mean Phoenix.) to discuss the state of the industry, what new things are happening, what issues are affecting the speaker population and whatever else may pop up. This year, Craig sat 4 talented past guests to discuss marketing and the resulting conversation covered so much more. They discussed capitalism, charity...
2016-08-231h 00
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 207 - AJ Coots - HeadshotsAJ Coots (@AJCPhotography on twitter) joins host Craig Price to discuss storytelling headshots. Be it for your LinkedIn profile, your business cards, website or promotional material, if you are in business, at some point you will need professional headshots. What will your headshot say about you? Many people don't even think about that before the get their pictures taken. They assume the photographer will snap a shot and they'll be on their way. AJ Coots specializes in storytelling headshots. Pictures that show people who you are immediately and what you are all about. Since many times our...
2016-08-1637 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 206 - Anastasia Turchetta - 2016 Dental Health Check-Up Anastasia Turchetta (@AnastasiaRDH on twitter) return with host Craig Price fo her Dental Health Check-Up for 2016. If it is time for the National Speakers Association's annual convention than it must be time for Craig and Anastasia to discuss the latest in dental doings. The two recorded a facebook live video while recording the podcast and covered a slew of topics. They discuss Anastasia's latest venture Coffee Chat's where she interviews leaders in dentistry on stage for meetings and events. They also discuss an antimicrobial liquid called silver diamine fluoride that can be brushed on cavities to stop t...
2016-08-0941 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 205 - Michael Domitrz - Can I Kiss You?Michael Domitrz (@DateSafeProject on twitter) returns for more awkward conversation with host Craig Price about his new book "Can I Kiss You?" Ask anyone, even Craig himself, and they will say Craig isn't the smoothest talker in the world. When you add sex into the conversation, Craig can get even more flustered. All the professional speaker gloss and polish falls away and never has is awkwardness been more on display than this episode. Thankfully, Mike Domitrz is a friend as well as an expert on consensual sex. He deftly helps Craig navigate through the conversation that touches upon (with...
2016-08-0231 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 204 - Voices of Experience Interview - The Secrets of PodcastingSteven Iwersen and Pilar Ortiz of this year's Voices of Experience podcast take the reigns and interview Craig Price on the Secrets of Podcasting. While Craig is away at this year's Influence conference in Phoenix, he offers up an interview he did for the National Speakers Association's Speaker Magazine's Voices of Experience. With the permission of the NSA, you can hear Steve and Pilar interview Craig on a wide variety of ways podcasting can help speakers. There's no mystery to podcasting. Today, it's easier and cheaper to do than it was five or ten years ago. In fact, all y...
2016-07-2622 min
Reality Check with Craig PriceEpisode 203 - Gray Bear Comics - Comic BooksJustin Corbett and George Tripsas of Gray Bear Comics (@GrayBearComics on twitter) join host Craig Price to discuss creating comic books. Fellow podcasters of the Comicpalooza Podcasting Partnership Program (that's a lot of "p" words!) Justin and George have joined forces to create the new comic book "Speak No Evil" due out in September. The two talk with Craig about how they came up with the story, how they gathered their international team of collaborators and what it took to get their kickstarter funded. The 3 cover lots of ground and Craig even gets a super secret preview of what...
2016-07-1932 min