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Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseA Christmas Prince: The Royal Retreat (with Gibson Oakley)Happy December, fellow Aldovians! We're looking at the Netflix IP that has changed the holiday season forever, with Karen Schaler's masterpiece: A Christmas Prince. Have you ever seen a thumbnail for a low budget rom-com about an everywoman who, around Christmas-time, falls in love with a knight, or a snowman, or a lumberjack? If yes, you have this franchise to thank. But this holiday season, Aldovia is doing things a little bit differently. Join the royal writer's room of Ian, Sam, Spencer, and special guest Gibson Oakley as we brainstorm a new Aldovian initiative. Will Richard be a leader to...
2025-12-031h 36
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseForgetting Forgetting Sarah Marshall (with Ben Jaffe)On a special Sequels 2 episode, Ian insisted Spencer host, because the movies we're covering are the loosest definition of a franchise: 2008's "Forgetting Sarah Marshall" and the 2010 not-quite-sequel, "Get Him to the Greek". How will the Apatow-verse and Hawaii survive? Join Ian, Sam, Spencer, and special guest Ben Jaffe (Disney TV) as we explore the Apatovian spectrum of manchild to sex criminal, the unexpected appearances in both films, and the most important question to ask: Did Diddy do it?Follow Sequels 2: https://x.com/Sequels2Podhttps://www.instagram.com/sequels2pod/
2025-11-191h 24
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseKill Bill Vol. 3: For Good (with Alex Fossella)You think you've seen the whole bloody affair? Think again. We're bringing back the Bride for another chapter in Tarantino's cinematic universe. Join the Deadly Viper Squad of Ian, Jimmy, Spencer, and special guest Alex Fossella to assassinate this piece of cinema. Twenty years after Volume 2, BB is grown up and following in her mother's footsteps. But when her best friend at assassin college is revealed to be Nikki, the daughter who witnessed her mother's death at the hands (and feet) of Beatrix Kiddo, blood will be shed. Can a legendary couch save Kiddo from the five point palm...
2025-11-051h 37
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseThe Conjuring: Warren Peace (with Katie Hettenbach)Forgive us our sins, we are making another Conjuring. For Halloween, we thought it fitting to do the most franchise-y horror series ever. Join professional charlatans, Ian, Sam, and Spencer- plus special guest Katie Hettenbach (Fangoria)- to uncover the most insidious evil the Warrens ever faced: a crisis of faith. Will Ed survive his next several heart attacks? Will Lorainne wear a bigger, plaider pantsuit? Will Matt Rife release even more chaos into the world? Find out in The Conjuring: Warren Peace. If you don't like this episode, it's because the devil made us do it.
2025-10-221h 23
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseFinal Destination: Fire and Ice (with Mike Bedard)I've had a premonition! You listen to this podcast and then fall into a Rube Goldberg machine. On this episode, we're looking at the Final Destination franchise, starring the great Tony Todd. We've been on planes, trains, and automobiles, but we have yet to explore a boat tragedy. Join surviving writers, Ian, Sam, and Spencer– and special guest Mike Bedard (/Film, Looper)– as we assess the convoluted rules of death, the 2000-ness of teens in these movies, and the invisible hand of...life? All aboard the final voyage of the worst cruise ever.Follow Mike...
2025-10-081h 33
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseBefore 4ever (with Emi Schaufeld)It's the Before Trilogy! In 1994, a couple met on a train in Vienna. In 2003, they re-met and started over together. In 2012, they confronted the problems in their relationship. And in 2210 they are doing it all over again, and again, and again. Join Richard Linklater's ghostwriters, Ian, Sam, Spencer, and returning guest Emi Schaufeld (Rockstar Games), as we ask the questions people have been asking since Bill Clinton's presidency: How do we secure the rights to Ethan Hawke's and Julie Delpy's likenesses? What picturesque European cities are left in a post-apocalyptic wasteland? Is it better to live forever as a...
2025-09-241h 31
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseHorrible Bosses Chapter III: An American Epic (with Jimmy Cork)We're taking care of business and working overtime to craft yet another Brett Ratner masterpiece. Join the three dude bro friends, Ian, Sam, and Jimmy Cork, who are all deeply unhappy in the late stage capitalism workforce and are desperately searching for a way out. Plus, Spencer buzzes in from his graveyard shift at the graveyard to share his thoughts about someone who, for legal reasons, is not Scott Rudin. Will the Kevin Spacey Innocence Project succeed? Will the gang bring down the tyrannical Pinkberry Corporation? Will they outrun the law and the president's goons? Will "The Brutalist" "Fight Club"...
2025-09-101h 41
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseDownton Abbey: A Jew Era (with Billy Frolick)In the words of every sequel ever made, "The world is changing." This sequel, we're visiting our aristocratic friends at Downton Abbey, ahead of the release of their final(?) movie: The Grand Finale. This very special episode is hosted by Sam Purdell, though younger sisters Ian and Spencer are sure to have some resentment. Also joining the family is special guest Billy Frolick, writer of "Downtrodden Abbey" and Paw Patrol: The Movie. Together, they prepare the estate for visitors once again, only this time, it's a bat mitzvah. How will the family deal with the Great Depression, the Hindenburg Di...
2025-08-271h 26
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseThe Naked Gun 444⁴⁴: The Definition of InsanitySee The Naked Gun, in theaters now. But also listen to the Naked Gun 4 (to the 44th power) right now. Somehow Leslie Neilsen returned; and he does exactly what you think he would do in LA in the mid 90's: exonerate his best friend Nordberg, who has been arrested for several serious crimes. Also, this is a Christmas movie. Also, there's a papal conclave. Merry Chrimesmas, your honor. Amen.
2025-08-131h 40
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseCars 4: The Road to Justice (with Kath Davis)Ka-Chow! We're returning to Pixar and old Lightning McQueen with Cars! Join Ian, Spencer, Jimmy Cork, and special guest Kath Davis, as we give justice to Sally by allowing her to practice law once again, while also giving justice to Mater by sending him to jail. All of your questions about car biology will be answered, whether you like it or not. Who is the evil billionaire car in this story? What car-spiracy will be uncovered by the Radiator Springs gang? How are cars born? Everything is about to change!Follow Kath: https://letterboxd.com/kathyyyy/
2025-07-301h 33
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseThe Princess Diaries 3: The Dairy Queen 3: World War 3 (with Audrey Black and Jimmy Cork)Anne Hathaway is back, with more political power than ever. In this sequel, Queen Mia travels from Genovia back to her home country of America on a dangerous diplomatic mission. Mia must convince the United Nations to broker a deal to prevent Gen-exit. The escalating tensions are not helped by the sexual tension between Mia and her headstrong political adversary. Join Ian, Sam, Spencer, and special guest, Audrey Black (Best Night Ever comedy show)- and not so special guest Jimmy Cork- as we answer the burning questions fans of the books and movies have had for years: will...
2025-07-261h 27
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseGreen Lantern: Fear of a Green Planet"In Max Landis' Bright-est day, in Christopher Nolan's Darkest Knight, I wish I may, I wish I might..." Before the Gunnverse and the Snyderverse, there was the short-lived Campbellverse from 2011-2011. Now, Ryan Reynolds' Hal Jordan is back, armed with willpower and many different business ventures. Join Spencer, Ian, and Jimmy Cork (filling in for Sam Purdell) and return to Oa. What prop comedy constructs will Hal build? What three villains may or may not be inspired by Justin Baldoni? How will birds be weaponized? How does Robert Smigel fit into all of this? Tune i...
2025-07-171h 33
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseThe Little Mermaid III: Secrets of the Sea (with Shira Wilson)We'd love for you to be a part of our world, and join us under the sea, where we have all of Harry Belefonte's records, and many other thingamabobs. Join singing sisters Ian, Sam, Spencer, and special guest Shira Wilson (The Groundlings) as we plot out an animated Little Mermaid sequel that will make Hans Christian Anderson roll over in his watery grave. Find out Disney's secret obsession with butts, who's secretly the most caked, and the villainous Dumpula's secret scheme for the trident. Discover the butt secrets with Sequels 2!Follow Shira: https://www.instagr...
2025-06-181h 55
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseThe Fugitives: Pursuit of Guiltyness (with Eli Christopher and Jimmy Cork)You didn't watch The Fugitive? I don't care! This time we have a bigger dam, bigger boats, and extra arms. We're taking a look at the two movies adapted from the 60's TV show; one is an Oscar winning classic, and one has Tommy Lee Jones in a chicken suit. Join deputies Sam, Spencer, Ian, and special guests Eli Christopher and Jimmy Cork. How many Chicago-based jokes will there be? What is Joe Pantoliano's role in this? And how will hair be used as a key disguise technique?
2025-06-041h 44
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseDragonball Devolution: The Dragoning (with Greg Jones, Jr.)Two stars of "Shameless" in the most shameless movie ever made. If you are looking for a lore-accurate live-action Dragon Ball movie, then keep looking. In this episode, we're taking a look at the disastrous 2009 movie Dragonball (no space) Evolution (no colon). Join Saiyans Ian, Sam, Spencer, and special guest/ Dragon Ball expert, Greg Jones Jr., as we look at late aughts fashion, whitewashing, and oil barrels over open flames, before taking a page from the manga of Mormon, and making the religious teen comedy devoid of monkey tails that this IP was always meant to be. That's gotta hu...
2025-05-211h 26
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseJames Bond in Octopookie (with Woody Dismukes)It's hard to one-up a Roger Moore Bond film, but somehow we found a way. Join Ian, Sam, Spencer, and our honored guest, Woody Dismukes, as we craft story dialogue and character to rival free heroin, "a third nipple, sir", and the incomparable J.W. Pepper. Find out if Bond can save the IRA, defeat the president of the United States, and find a frilly shirt. Where does Baron Samedi fit into all of this? Find out in...Octopookie!
2025-05-071h 36
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseJames Bond in Seeds of Destruction (with John Cork and Jimmy Cork)The name's Bond, Family Bond. In our first James Bond episode, we take a look at the four Brosnan films (and additional video game). Join the writers' room—conveniently located at MI6 Headquarters—where Ian, Sam, Spencer, and returning guest Jimmy Cork (@jimmy_cork) write a legacy sequel with classic Bond villains, gadgets, invisible cars, double triple quadruple entendres and a yet to be produced Jinx spinoff. Also, enjoy our interview with James Bond expert, John Cork, writer, producer, and director on many James Bond documentaries. "This Christmas, there is no substitute. Brosnan Bond is back." Follow...
2025-04-231h 59
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseLemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events: The Continuing Catastrophe (with Jesse Jae Hoon) + Anniversary TriviaLook away, because you only need ears for this podcast. We are covering the 2004 film adaptation of the books "A Series of Unfortunate Events" starring Jim Carrey, Jim Carrey, and Jim Carrey. Join the cakesniffing orphans, Ian, Sam, and Spencer, and returning guest Jesse Jae Hoon (The Public Theater), as we write three new relatives in strange locations doomed to be killed by Olaf in a disgusting disguise. From an LA studio lot, to a riverboat casino, these orphans will never know peace until they escape these alliterative areas.Then, stick around for our anniversary game: franchise trivia, hosted by...
2025-04-092h 06
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseThe Lion Queen: Pride & Prejudice (with Kahlil Maskati)We're breaking into the Disney vault and stealing the formula to "The Lion King" (the 2D one, not the CGI one). If you are a millennial, let us take you back to your childhood and the magical time that was the Disney Renaissance. (If you are a zoomer, sorry about the world. Enjoy this piece of ancient history.) Join the circle of life with Ian, Sam, Spencer, and special guest Kahlil Maskati (writer and director of "Do I Shock U Like Lightning") as we destroy Pride Rock, desecrate Shakespeare's works, and write a musical as chaotic and misguided as E...
2025-03-261h 39
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseEwoks: Rise of the MuffinsYub nub! Sequels 2 turns 2 years old and tackles 2 great Star Wars movies: The Ewok Adventures. Have you ever wished that there was more backstory for diner owner Dexter Jettster? Have you hoped to see a wicked Wicket heel turn? Have you prayed for the return of deathstick dealer Elan Sleazebaggano? Do you want to join the Joe Johnston fan club? Congrats, nerd! You are in the right place. Hop on the star cruiser with Ian, Sam, and Spencer as we whisk you away to the galaxy far far away, to bake the perfect sequel...Follow...
2025-03-111h 33
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseDarko 2000 (with Kana Felix)Wake up, Donnie. In this episode, we look at the cult classic Donnie Darko and its straight to DVD sequel, S. Darko: A Donnie Darko Tale. Join troubled young minds Ian, Sam and Spencer, along with comedian and script doctor Kana Felix, as we explore the 2000 presidential election, different scary animals, Taylor Swift's relationship with Jake Gyllenhaal, and chest spears. Can the Darko family save the world from post-9/11 politics? Did Richard Kelly predict all of this? Why are you wearing that stupid man suit?!Follow Kana: https://www.instagram.com/kanahasnochill/https://x.com/k...
2025-02-261h 35
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseTo All the Boys and Girls I've Loved Before (with Shannon Brown)Dear Listener,If you have a Netflix account, a fondness for lamps, or a relationship to New York University's Bobst Library then do we have an episode for you. Join our polycule, with Ian, Sam, Spencer, and special guest, Shannon Brown (Hitpig, Netflix's Leo), as we try to rationalize Lara Jean's long distance relationship, recast John Ambrose again, and investigate the mysterious death of Lara Jean's mother. So put down your lacrosse gear and eat your Subway in secret as you listen to the next chapter of this fairy tale romance. Follow us: https://x.co...
2025-02-121h 28
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseValérian and Laureline and the City of a Thousand and One PlanetsIn 2017, Luc Besson made an ill-advised attempt to adapt a sci-fi graphic novel (most of Luc Besson's choices are ill-advised). We've returned to give justice to Rihanna, and exact vengeance on Dane Dehaan. Is this Star Wars? Is this the Fifth Element? Is this Twilight Imperium? Is this anything? Nope. Join the trio of short, long-snouted podcast bros, Ian, Sam, and Spencer, as we discuss David Bowie, Herbie Hancock, the purpose of exposition, and the crimes of the French. As Valerian says to David Bowie: "I want only your name on my playlist."
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2025-01-291h 27
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseYojiiimbo: A Fistful of JadeFinally, we get to watch good movies. We're making another sequel to the Akira Kurasawa duology of Yojimbo and Sanjuro. New town, new mulberry field, same curmudgeonly yet honorable ronin who is still 30 years old. What will the dog carry into town? What westerns and Star Wars films will this inspire? And what townsperson is actually secretly a robot. Join the writers room of Ian, Sam, and Spencer as we try to discover the secret of Toshiro Mifune's itchy beard.
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2025-01-151h 28
Sequels 2: Rise of the Franchise48 Hrs. × 3 = 144 Hrs. (with Christopher Reed Brown)Happy new year! In this installment of Sequels 2, we're going back to the origins of the buddy cop genre with 48 Hrs. (not "Hours"). Join foul-mouthed detectives Ian, Sam, and Spencer, along with special guest, Christopher Reed Brown, as we figure out how "Sexist Man of the Year" is decided, what Eddie Murphy characters will make a special appearance in this sequel, and where "Roxanne" fits into all of this. We're sending out 2024 with a bang, in that we will also be exploding a car. Follow Sequels 2: https://twitter.com/Sequels2Podh...
2025-01-011h 24
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseThe Santa Clause 4: The Termination Clause (With Peter Liu)Merry Christmas to all! Everyone's favorite Santa and smuggler, Tim Allen, is back to deliver presents–no matter the cost, no matter the verdict, no matter the bodies left in his wake. Join the elf work force of Ian, Sam, Spencer, and returning guest, Peter Liu, as we assemble the perfect Santa Clause sequel (batteries not included), by diving into the full contract text, discussing Santa's license to kill, what constitutes self-defense, and what abuses of power an unchecked Santa can get away with. This holly jolly episode will make you laugh, and make your belly jiggle like a bow...
2024-12-181h 39
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseGym Jam (With Gwynna Forgham-Thrift)It's finally happening, we're covering the greatest movie ever made and the worst sequel ever made.* We're putting together an athletic team to fight for the future of sequels. If you grew up in the 90's, you probably have some strong feelings about these films, commercials, cartoons, and merchandise that make up this franchise (and some strong feelings about Lola Bunny). Join Ian, Sam, Spencer, and special guest, Gwynna Forgham-Thrift (Reductress, McSweeney's), to find out how superstar Simone Biles learns a valuable lesson about teamwork and friendship from the Looneys. Watch the incredible and illegal feats of Granny at t...
2024-12-041h 24
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseJoker: Ménage à Trois (With Connor Donahue)We live in yet another society. Todd Phillips has done it again (though what "it" is, we can't say because of our NDA). We are in court to discuss the many crimes of these films, and try to find a way for Arthur Fleck to put on a happy face. Join the jury of Ian, Sam, Spencer, and special guest, Connor Donahue, as we figure out what Martin Scorsese film to copy, what Batman villains can kind of be in this, and what happens when the crumbling infrastructure of Gotham City gets the Joel Schumacher treatment. Don't hide in...
2024-11-211h 29
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseJack Ryan: The Swiss Particle (With Coby Dominus)Happy Election Day! Feeling stressed? Then celebrate America with its greatest president: Jack Ryan. Join the PSYOP team of Ian, Sam, Spencer, and special guest, Coby Dominus ('Horizon: An American Saga - Part 3') as we plot out an intricate multiverse of Ryans, Meullers, Clarks, hawks, doves, cheeses, and chocolates.
2024-11-061h 21
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseThe Twilight Saga: Waning Gibbous – Part 1 (with Emi Schaufeld and Laura Tuccienza)Say it. Out loud: More vampire romance! In this spooky episode, we're looking at perhaps the most culturally influential IP of the 2000's. Join the love triangle of Ian, Sam, and Spencer, with special guests and Twilight Experts, Emi Schaufeld (Rockstar Games) and Laura Tuccienza (Hysteria on Peacock), as we explore what new interspecies love stories, high school drama, and blood ritual antics that Bella and her family will get into in the small town of Forks, Washington...or maybe they're moving to Spoons? You're gonna love this episode for a thousand years and more, I guarantee it. (*laughs in...
2024-10-231h 38
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseScooby-Doo 3: High Ghoul ReBOOnion (with Vincent Salvano)"Zoinks! Like–it's another Scooby-Doo movie!" For the first of our episodes in the month of spooky, we're traveling to Coolsville High, and investigating the murder of the mean lunch lady at the hands of a g-g-g-g-ghoooost?! Jump into the Mystery Machine with paranormal investigators Ian, Sam, Spencer, and special guest, Netflix's Vincent Salvano (because the Harlem Globetrotters were unavailable). We'll discuss James Gunn's original script, Linda Cardelini, product placement, Linda Cardelini, Hanna Barbara sound effects, and Linda Cardelini. Would you listen to the episode for a Scooby snack?
2024-10-091h 19
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseA Profound Yet Goofy Movie (With Christina Faulkner)Goofy Goof and his son, Max, have been through a lot together. Now, as Goofy prepares for retirement, a middle-aged Max and his pregnant wife Roxanne return to their hometown and discover that life as an adult, post-American Dream, is anything but goofy. Join the family of writers Ian, Sam, and Spencer, with special guest, animator and artist, Christina Faulkner, as we ask the most important questions: Who animated Roxanne, why are there no moms, and what exactly is a "goof"?
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2024-09-251h 21
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseB33tl3juic3"Daylight come, and me want to stay home for vacation." Right after seeing "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice", we decided to do a third entry in the franchise. Join the Deetz family: stoic daughter, Ian Deming, paranormal investigator, Sam Purdell, and self-obsessed "artist" grandmother, Spencer Sapienza, as we bust some ghosts, and drag the living and the dead into this movie. Where else will you find a quirky macabre comedy starring OJ Simpson, Dick Cavett, and Edward Murphyhands?
2024-09-111h 20
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseAlien: Ham$ (With Charlie Martin)"Get away from my black goo, you panda." We review the latest entry in the Alien franchise, rank the films, rank the inept people in charge in each movie, discuss the fine line between fan service and disservice, and pitch a sequel that, much like Alien: Romulus, combines ideas from every Alien movie before. You may think to yourself: "Well, there's no way this will relate to the upcoming presidential election" and you would be wrong. Listen to the final log from the last surviving crew of the Writer's Room, with Ian, Sam, Spencer, and returning guest, Charlie Martin a...
2024-08-271h 37
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseTill Death Do You Die Hard (With Bradley Alsop)Come out to the coast for the Gennero-Gruber wedding, we'll get together, have some laughs... In this perfect sequel to the Die Hard saga, we bring the whole gang back together for a lovely ceremony. There will be so much shattered glass, walkie-talkie convos, and dirty tank tops. Join Ian, Sam, Spencer, and special guest, Bradley Alsop (The Majority Report with Sam Seder) as we decide that the thesis of Die Hard is: Love Conquers All. If you're not in gridlock, I invite you to come watch. Listen to Bradley on ESVN: https://www.you...
2024-08-141h 43
What A Lot Of Things: Tech talk from a human perspectiveSmartphone Free Childhood and Pull RequestsIn this episode, Ian and Ash embark on a meandering journey through the digital wilderness, pondering the merits of a smartphone-free childhood and the peculiar world of software code review and pull requests. From nostalgic ramblings about bakelite phones to imagining a world of smart telegrams, our intrepid hosts navigate the treacherous waters of modern parenting and software development practices. Expect tangential detours, impromptu time travel, and a healthy dose of silliness as they attempt to make sense of it all - or at least have a good laugh trying.LinksSmartphone Free ChildhoodGovernment Launches Crackdown...
2024-08-0659 min
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseBabe – Babe's End: The Final Chapter (With Russell Katz)That'll do, George (and Chris Noonan). The sheep pig is back for another sequel, a couple decades late. After the farm, and the city, where does Babe go? What Christ-like allegory will be embraced by pig Jesus? What Rugrats alum will voice the titular role? How do we get James Cromwell his Oscar? Join Ian, Sam, and Spencer, and special guest, Russell Katz (Car World), as we channel the heart and warmth of Noonan, and the unhinged beautiful insanity of Miller. Do an iris transition out of this intro, and into this perfect sequel. Music by: Several Mice.
2024-07-301h 17
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseThe Hangover Part IV: Hair of the Wolf (With Jimmy Cork)2009 was a long time ago. We're revisiting "The Hangover", a movie franchise that seemed acceptable at the time. If you dare, join the wolf pack of Ian, Sam, Spencer, and special guest Jimmy Cork (Hangover historian) as we unpack this insanely popular franchise, with actors that became insanely popular as a result, all from a premise that completely burned out within five years. Find out what happens when everyone becomes a divorced dad, Crystal the monkey smokes crystal, and Stu discovers a new body mod. (It should be noted that while this show contains explicit language, the most offensive l...
2024-07-161h 23
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseThe Lone Ranger With A Vengeance“I’m an oil man, kemosabe.” From the team that brought you Pirates of the Caribbean, comes a failed franchise that dares to ask all of the wrong questions: What if we adapt an IP that no one in the modern era cares about? What if we make it kind of magic? What if Johnny Depp? Here at Sequels 2, we will somehow find a good answer to all these questions. Join Ian, Sam, and Spencer as we explore magical oil, wet villains, and possibilities for recasting every person in this franchise. S. Craig Zahler, eat your heart out.
2024-07-021h 19
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseVan Hellsing: The Pope's ExorcIIst (With Kyle Deming)Oh, Gabriel! Pack your steampunk crossbow and your incredibly long swinging ropes, because we're traveling to what may or may not be the far side of Romania, to deliver a perfect Van Helsing sequel. Join the coven of Dracula's brides, Ian, Sam, and Spencer, with returning guest, Kyle Deming, as we develop a murder mystery that mashes many franchises into one cohesive gooey sack of a sequel, with Sherlock Holmes, Angles & Demons, The Exorcist, The Young Pope, The New Pope, The Two Popes, and Pope on a Rope (a very long swinging rope). In the words of the Count: "...
2024-06-181h 16
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseMad Max: Rockin' the Boat (With Charlie Martin)Start your engines, my half-life war boys, for Valhalla awaits. In this box office wasteland, a group of writers have escaped their studio exec captor, unshackled their chastity cages, and sailed off in a war rig full of gas, guns, and milk. Listen to Ian, Sam, Spencer, and guest, Charlie Martin, as they embark on their odyssey to create another perfect entry in George Miller's franchise that is not Babe or Happy Feet. Witness what happens when boats become the new cars, DJs become the new authoritarian wasteland rulers, and kangaroos become the new Master Blaster.
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2024-06-041h 31
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseX-Men: The "W" Word (With David Fu)Remember when Days of Future Past un-killed everyone who died in The Last Stand? Remember when they remade the Dark Phoenix Saga with Jessica Chastain as an alien? Neither do we. Special guest David Fu joins our school of questionably-gifted purported-youngsters this week and class is in session! So un-velcro your pants, crack open a frosty glass bottle of Dr. Pepper, and enjoy. Follow David: https://twitter.com/bad_at_weepingFollow Sequels 2: https://twitter.com/Sequels2Podhttps://www.instagram.com/sequels2pod/Follow Abi...
2024-05-211h 25
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseThe Lord of the Rings: Sméagol Dreams of Sushi (With Jack de Sanz)"Uh-oh." –Peter Jackson The hobbits have destroyed the ring of power, but they were, all of them, deceived, for yet another ring was made: a toe ring. Join the writers' fellowship, with Ian, Sam, Spencer, and returning guest, Jack De Sanz, as we go there and back again, again. Straight from elf heaven, Frodo and Gandalf come back to a scoured Shire, clean up the crime, and solve a murder mystery at Bilbo's 112th birthday party. All this, while in the Misty Mountains, hundreds of orcs line up in front of a cave, where the greatest sushi chef in low...
2024-04-301h 32
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseHalloween Lives (With Austin S. Harris)We couldn't wait six more months to release this episode, so Halloween comes early this year. Join David Gordon Green and Danny McBride's spooky ghost writers, Ian, Sam, Spencer, and special guest, Austin Harris, as we retcon almost every Halloween movie, and try to decide if Michael Myers should be a ghost, a samurai, an Irish Illuminati robot, Mike Meyers, Donald Trump, or a good guy. There will be justice for Judy Greer, justice for Corey Cunningham, justice for deepfaked Donald Pleasance, and liberty and justice for all. Evil dies again tonight!
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2024-04-131h 28
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseRush Hour: Freaky 4tune Cookie (With Peter Liu)War! What is it good for? (For)Tune in to find out.
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2024-03-311h 26
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseGhostbusters: Out Of Office (With Emi Schaufeld)When there's something strange, playing in a theater near you, it may be today's perfect sequel. Finally, three white nerd-man-babies are discussing the disgusting disaster that was...the internet's reaction to Ghostbusters (2016): Answer the Call. Also, we're picking up the phone and answering Paul Feig and Katie Dippold's call for more busting. Join the loosely supervised and mostly improvised writers' room of Ian, Sam, Spencer, and special guest Emi Schaufeld, as we fire our proton packs at the UCB Theatre, Harold Ramis, Sony camcorders, and Vista Del Mar. This is a second beat that Del Close's ghost would approve o...
2024-03-161h 22
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseSolo Strikes Back: Another Star Wars StoryA long time ago, in a galaxy far far away, Sequels 2: Rise of the Franchise, the podcast promising perfect sequels, released its first episode.
For our one year anniversary, we're diving into the OG IP, Star Wars, or rather, the short-lived spinoff IP: A Star Wars Story. Join the crew of Ian, Sam, and Spencer in the ultimate hive of scum and villainy, as they discuss the big questions: Where did Han get his vest? How many legs has Darth Maul had? When did Lobot lose his ears? When will Disney release the Lord & Miller cut, and Sta...
2024-03-021h 55
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchisePitch Perfect 4.44: You Can (Not) Aca-scend (With Jon Barr)"I musn't run aca-way" cries Beca the Bella from inside her musical mech/mother. Somehow, the Barden Bellas have returned, ascended, and colonized Mars. Much like Beca's mixes on her 2011 Macbook, we have created a confounding mashup of Pitch Perfect, Neon Genesis Evangelion, Arrival, Killers of the Flower Moon, Close Encounters of the Third Kind, insurance commercials, and a Christopher Guest mockumentary in what has been called "our least accessible episode to date". In this sequel, the writer's room of Ian, Sam, Spencer, and special guest Jon Barr have come together as a barbershop quartet that sings pitch perfect pit...
2024-02-171h 33
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseSpeed 3: Over the Limit (With Alice Murphy)Pop quiz, hotshot: you have a pedal barge carrying a bachelorette party to the Grand Ole Opry, with three cop boyfriends and a Tuneman in tow. What do you do? Join this deadly vehicle with Ian, Sam, Spencer, and special guest, Alice Murphy, as we give Jan De Bont the sequel he never got to make, give Keanu and Sandra another chance at love, and give Garth Brooks a piece of our mind.
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2024-02-031h 13
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseBeyond Chicken Run: Turducken Cover (With Lindsey Owen)Well, we finally did it: we made an episode longer than the film we're discussing. All it took was some fowl play. Our coop is joined this week by charming stranger and kids' TV writer Lindsey Owen to discuss cloacas, sapphic socialism, and Burger King tie-in toys. These chickens are not particularly organized.
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2024-01-201h 32
Political GabfestWhy Trump Won IowaThis week, John Dickerson re-joins Emily Bazelon and David Plotz to discuss the Republican presidential race, the Iowa caucuses, and the New Hampshire primary; the Loper Bright and Relentless cases at the Supreme Court and the possible end of Chevrondeference; and The Misguided War on the SAT with David Leonhardt of The New York Times. Here are some notes and references from this week’s show:Nate Cohn for The New York Times: Even the Battle for Second Turned Out Well for Trump in IowaRoss Douthat for The New York Times: How Tru...
2024-01-181h 08
Abington CAM Podcast NetworkFast & Furious & Fast & Furious & Fast & Furious & Fast & Furious & Fast & Furious & Fast (with Ananda Ossanai)You know what they say, the family that Race Wars together, barbecues together. So turn up the volume and the Nos with Ian Deming, Sam Purdell, Spencer Sapienza and our enemy (who will we soon convert to a friend), Ananda Ossanai. We discuss watching these films in Brazil, LA public transit, and culturally appropriative hairdos. Then we all go to Heaven. Rate, review, subscribe!
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2024-01-081h 08
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseFast & Furious & Fast & Furious & Fast & Furious & Fast & Furious & Fast & Furious & Fast (With Ananda Ossanai)You know what they say: the family that Race Wars together, barbecues together. So turn up the volume and the Nos with Ian Deming, Sam Purdell, Spencer Sapienza and our enemy (who will we soon convert to a friend), Ananda Ossanai. We discuss watching these films in Brazil, LA public transit, and culturally appropriative hairdos. Then we all go to Heaven. Rate, review, subscribe!
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2024-01-051h 08
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseGarry Marshall's Twins Day (With Erik Scott)One day, one night, roughly 56 actors. We're creating the perfect sequel to Garry Marshall's holiday trilogy of "Valentine's Day", "New Years' Eve", and "Mother's Day". Join writer's room/polycule Ian, Sam, Spencer and special guest Erik Scott as we find a holiday, find a city, find a massive cast of actors and former mayors, and let all of these people find love (actually!)
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2023-12-231h 27
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseBONUS: Kung Fu Panda 4 Trailer Reaction!Shortly after the release of our "Kung Fu Panda 4: Po Is Afraid", the trailer for the newest canonical Kung Fu Panda was released. In this bonus episode, the Sequels 2 gang watches the trailer, provides a compare and contrast with Po Is Afraid, and looks into the novelization of KFP. Skadoosh!
2023-12-2322 min
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseHomes Alones: Homeland Alone (With Jack De Sanz)Merry Christmas ya filthy animals! Tis the season for holiday sequels, and Home Alone demands another entry. Help set traps with Ian, Sam, Spencer, and special guest, Jack DeSanz, as we place adult Kevin McCalister in D.C. as the last line of defence for America on January 6th. What political traps will his opponents fall to? Will Donald Trump give directions to Kevin again? Will the wet and or sticky bandits, Harry and Marv, get their hands on the Declaration of Independence? Find out on this holiday episode of Sequels 2!
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2023-12-111h 25
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseKung Fu Panda 4: Po Is Afraid (With Jesse Jae Hoon)Skadoosh! Even though Kung Fu Panda 4 is in production, we went ahead and wrote a sequel anyway. Join the Furious Writers, Ian, Sam, and Spencer, with special guest Jesse Jae Hoon, as we figure out what kung fu lesson Po must master after he loses the jade palace, Dustin Hoffman loses his job, and everyone loses their mom. No inner peace for our heroes in this one. Though perhaps they may find solace in a swamp, far far away... You're welcome, Dreamworks.
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2023-11-251h 24
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchisePee-wee's Big Spooky (With Emi Schaufeld)Get on your bikes and ride to the haunted Herman House, because this week, the writer's room of Ian, Sam and Spencer (with return guest Emi Schaufeld) is making a spooky sequel so scary, it would make Tim Burton's eyes pop out like the ghost of Large Marge. Find out what happens after Pee-wee Herman escapes prison, avenges his family's death, builds the perfect Rube Goldberg machine, and finds love. Bleh!
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2023-11-111h 11
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseHocus Pocus 3: Ho Cuss Poke Us, or: The Candle of Secrets (With Sean Rivas)Muahaha, welcome to Squeal-quels Boo, where we love to revive dead things. Climb aboard a TikTok wet-vac and fly with us to Salem, Massachusetts, known for its magick and Walgreens. Our coven is joined by Sean Rivas, a member of the 2023 Disney General Entertainment Writing Program. We complete the Hocus Pocus trilogy with a film that's a lot sexier and a lot more about regional differences between New England and Southern California. But the most frightening part may be Spencer's audio quality. Buh-bye.
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2023-10-271h 24
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseBONUS: The Exorcist: Believer Reviewed!Nearly seven months after recording what is bizarrely their most popular episode, the boys see The Exorcist: Believer and stack it up against their own sequel. Let the smoke fight begin.
2023-10-1437 min
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseCandyman: HivemindWhat's the buzz, Chicago? This week, we are adding a sweet sequel entry to the Candyman series. Join writers and gentrifiers, Ian, Sam, and Spencer, as we tear down Cabrini-Green and build an amusement park. So sit back in your seat at Wrigley Field, chow down on some deep dish pizza and malort, and enjoy a conversation about systemic racism and bee puns. Bee my victim.
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2023-10-141h 22
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseDungeons & Dragons & Dads (With Topper Lilien)"Let their blood rain from the sky!" A quote from Jeremy Irons in "Dungeons & Dragons", or a threat from Hasbro executives upon hearing our pitch for a the greatest campaign? This week, in addition to our perfect sequel, we talked with Topper Lilien, writer of 2000's "Dungeons & Dragons" movie. Join the all bard party of Ian, Sam, and Spencer, as they fill character sheets, maximize their AC, and test their magic against mindflayers with marriage problems. Roll a persuade check to see if you are convinced to listen to the newest installment in the Sequels 2 cinematic universe.
2023-10-011h 19
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseWayne's World 3: (With Jason Klamm)How long can one truly party on? Alice Cooper is calling to raise taxes on the 1%, Aerosmith will tour forever, and SNL is producing movies left and right. NOT! This week, Ian, Sam and Spencer are bowing and whimpering to their guest Jason Klamm, author of the new book "We're Not Worthy: How '90s Sketch TV Changed the Face of Comedy". Tune in to Cable 10 Aurora as they Bohemian-ly Rhapsodize about Lorne Michaels, Penelope Spheeris, and Bill and Ted. Thus completes the Unholy Trinity of Mike Myers Franchises, Amen.
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2023-09-171h 14
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseAce Ventura 3: Big Shoes to FillDust off your floral button down shirt and your William Shatner impression, because we're writing a sequel to the most 90's movie ever made: Ace Ventura, colon Pet Detective. Join Ian, Sam and Spencer as we figure out why Jim Carrey is, why these are seen as kids movies, and what we can do to course correct from all of the Floridian transphobia and mean-spirited jokes. Alt-righty then!
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2023-09-021h 10
Sequels 2: Rise of the Franchisesuper_mario_2.mp4Mamma mia, today we're covering a film franchise much worse than "Mamma Mia!". Ian, Sam and Spencer discuss Dennis Hopper, 9/11, and (ugh) AI as they attempt to tie together the 1993 and 2023 Super Mario movies. Let's-a go meet the lizard people living in our hollow Earth with everyone's favorite Brooklyn small business owner.
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2023-08-181h 06
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseJaws 5: Good Shark Hunting (With Sean Keeley)Our good friend Steven Spielberg has tasked us with making a perfect Jaws movie, and after scratching a chalkboard and monologuing, we have agreed to take on his request. Join the crew of the H.M.S. Writer's Room, with Ian, Sam, Spencer, and special guest, Sean Keeley (The Dispatch), as we give Amity Island some Massachusetts accents, some Dunkin', some romance, and some EPA violations. How do you like them apples? Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Sequels2PodListen on Podbean: acampodcastnetwork.podbean.com/e/jaws-5-good-shark-hunting/
2023-08-061h 27
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseBONUS: Dial of Destiny Reviewed!After making the perfect sequel, it seems unfair to judge someone else's attempt, but that's exactly what we did. We saw Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, and had many conflicting ideas. Join the gang for this special bonus episode.
2023-07-2835 min
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseIndiana Jones and the Attack of the Clones (with Ethan)Behold the perfect sequel, placed atop a pillar with a weighted sensor. We will toss you the sequel if you toss us the whip. Hop on horseback and join the gang of de-aged professors through the cinematic desert: Ian Deming, Sam Purdell, and Spencer Sapienza, with the "help" of special guest, Spencer's brother Ethan. We will ponder what animal Mutt is afraid of, what vehicle Harrison Ford will be thrown from, what artifact will be stolen by Nazis, and what belongs in a museum, all while going entirely too far. Have the adventure of a lifetime, keeping up with...
2023-07-221h 39Abington CAM Podcast NetworkIndiana Jones and the Attack of the Clones (with Ethan Sapienza)Behold the perfect sequel, placed atop a pillar with a weighted sensor. We will toss you the sequel if you toss us the whip. Hop on horseback and join the gang of de-aged professors through the cinematic desert: Ian Deming, Sam Purdell, and Spencer Sapienza, with the "help" of special guest, Ethan Sapienza. We will ponder what animal Mutt is afraid of, what vehicle Harrison Ford will be thrown from, what artifact will be stolen by Nazis, and what belongs in a museum, all while going entirely too far. Have the adventure of a lifetime, keeping up with the...
2023-07-211h 39
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseTim Burton's The People vs. BatmanWant to get nuts? Wait till they get a load of these nuts! We're making a Tim Burton Batman sequel, or the movie that would have been Batman Forever if Joel Schumacher was not brought on board. Join the rogue's gallery of Ian, Sam, and Spencer, as they discover not only what makes a Batman movie, but a zany, spooky, mid-90's, Tim Burton Batman movie. This movie, like our heroes, acts as several different things: A courtroom drama, a romancing of the Sharon Stone, a tale of corruption and corporate malfeasance, all wrapped around a gooey center. To...
2023-07-071h 15
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseJupiter Ascending 2: Furry VengeanceAt Sequels 2 Pod we've always loved dogs, so this episode we're thrilled to travel to the far reaches of our galaxy with Caine Wise, Jupiter Jones, and those wily Abrasax kids! Are there good performances in this movie? Does it deserve a sequel? Much like Stinger Apini's DNA, our opinions are split. Is this a furry movie? On that there is agreement. Join us as we create and destroy life within the world of the (last?) Wachowski siblings' movie.
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2023-06-241h 04Abington CAM Podcast NetworkThe Mandalorian: Season 3Welcome to the first episode of Pop Culture Riffs & Rifts where we discuss (and hopefully fight over) new content in film, TV, music, and more! For this episode, Ian Deming and Matt Lyons go to a galaxy far, far away, and review the most recent season of "The Mandalorian", also known as Bo Katan: A Star Wars Story. Do our hosts love and hate the correct Star Wars properties, according to the internet, or will their hot takes melt their stolen beskar steel? Tune in to find out on Pop Culture Riffs & Rifts. This is the way.
2023-06-2155 min
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseLiteral Fall of The Planet of the ApesWe're back! Now human, you must listen to this episode of Sequels 2: Rise of the Franchise. Humans cannot say no to apes. Join the Simian alliance with co-hosts Ian, Sam, and Spencer, as we make a sequel to a series of movies that have done nearly every kind of possible sequel. Will this one contain bomb-worshipping mutants singing "All Things Bright and Beautiful"? Will this one be a comedy about aliens living on present day Earth? Will the Statue of Liberty be blown up again? Will Ricardo Montalban fall out a window? (Yes!)
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2023-06-081h 17
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseNow You 3 Me: London Fog & NoIV You See Me: Civil 4 (With Kevin Palermo)Look closer–no, not that close! We're going to make not just one, but TWO sequels magically appear for the "Now You See Me" franchise. See hundreds of Woody Harrelsons hacking your brain! See J. Daniel Atlas shrug! See Jack Wilder and his very best New York spoon! Join the podcast horsemen: Ian, Sam, and Spencer, with special guest Kevin Palermo (PIT Theater), as we make you believe in magic. The closer you look, the less you see, and you will see no strings on me! Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Sequels2PodListen...
2023-05-191h 17
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseBack to the Future Part IV: The Life of BrownAnd now a reading from the Book of Jiggawatts, chapter 1, section 22: “Lo, He takes you aboard His flaming chariot thru the skies for where thou art going thou does not require a road…” This week, Ian, Sam and Spencer travel Back to the Future. Hop on your makeshift skateboard as we explore manure hatred, time traveling assassinations and ultimately rewrite the Bible.
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2023-05-111h 13
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseThe Shining 3: The Phantom MenaceHeeere's Ewan! We're traveling to the Overlook Hotel for the winter, where we will have time to pen the perfect sequel to Stephen King's "The Shining" and "Doctor Sleep". Help stave off the madness from your hosts Ian, Sam and Spencer, as we build a boat, and sail it past the Trade Federation, past the icebergs, and into salvation. Dress in your finest top hat, hop aboard the S.S. Overlook, and don't mind the choppy waves. It's the choppy axes you gotta watch out for.
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2023-05-041h 14
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseThe League of Extraordinary Gentlemen: World War of the Worlds (With Kyle Deming)We are bringing the 2003 blockbuster to an African gravesite where our personal witch doctor/executive producer has promised to resurrect the "would-be" franchise, and the careers of all involved. Join the League of Really Good Joke Writers, Ian, Sam, and Spencer, with special guest, Kyle Deming, as we pick out literary characters to join the team, create a space jam, and brainstorm a line of McDonald's toys so good, Alan Moore will have to un-disown us. You've never seen a World War I movie starring Tarzan and Cthulhu battling steampunk martians... until now.
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2023-04-271h 14Abington CAM Podcast NetworkThe League of Extraordinary Gentlemen: World War of the Worlds (with Kyle Deming)We are bringing the 2003 blockbuster to an African gravesite where our personal witch doctor/ executive producer has promised to resurrect the "would be" franchise, and the careers of all involved. Join the League of Really Good Joke Writers, Ian, Sam, and Spencer, with special guest, Kyle Deming, as we pick out literary characters to join the team, create a space jam, and brainstorm a line of McDonald's toys so good, Alan Moore will have to un-disown us. You've never seen a World War I movie starring Tarzan and Cthulhu battling steampunk martians...until now.
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2023-04-271h 14
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseToy Story 5: Prime EvilYou got a friend in me, because I am a Russian nesting doll! We're doing a sequel to Toy Story, a franchise that has never missed, and now we too are going to easily build a Toy Story story that will get a 100% certified fresh tomato rating. Enter the playroom turned work room with Ian, Sam, and Spencer as we are guided by the wise words of Randy Newman, and the cruel vindictive nature of Sid, throwing our toys into a box of trauma, confronting our own mortality, and going sailing, no more. (Forky died on the way back...
2023-04-201h 04
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseThe Amazing Spider-Man 3: Sinister Someone (With Nick Rizzo)Welcome, webslingers. We're returning to Spider-Man, post-Raimi; this time armed with special guest and comic book expert Nick Rizzo to provide canonical context as we assemble the Sinister Six, and put Peter Parker through the grief gauntlet. Join Ian, Spencer and Sam as we try to unmask fedora man, improve Harry's goblin mode, and discover all of Dr. Richard Parker's secret vlogs. Also, the director is named Webb. Isn't that neat?!
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2023-04-131h 14
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchisePaul Blart: Moon CopGreetings, Earthlings! You may be wondering why we covered the franchise known as Paul Blart: Mall Cop. We don't have a good answer for you, but we do have a good sequel for you. Don't worry about not seeing the Blart movies, as you aren't missing much. All you need to know is our hero, Paul Blart, will be redeemed through blood for his many sins, as he walks out of the darkness, into the light of the crescent moon, in the mall of the future. Join our intrepid officers of screenwriting law, Ian, Sam, and Spencer as we...
2023-04-061h 08
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseMamma Mia: How Could I Forget You (With Emi Schaufeld)On this week’s episode, co-hosts Ian, Sam and Spencer welcome their first guest to the podcast: Emi Schaufeld (Rockstar Games). Together, this family of fathers and their collective surrogate daughter will plot out the perfect sequel that dives into the past, tells the story of love, war, and dads, all set to the music of bizarro ABBA, known as BAAB. This one is a spicy meatball. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram!@Sequels2Pod
2023-03-311h 03
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseThe Exorcist IV: In God We TrustAs Tubular Bells plays in the background, and the fog dissipates, we journey to the scariest place known to humanity: Georgetown. Join the writers' room with co-hosts Ian, Sam, and Spencer (known collectively as Legion) as we turn the beloved horror franchise into a political thriller; one part Iron Man, one part Bulworth, all parts goo. The power of Christ compels you to listen to this episode, lest you find yourself beset by locusts.
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2023-03-231h 07
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseAustin Powers in Die Yesterday TomorrowYeah, baby! We're making the perfect sequel to the Austin Powers franchise, with returning franchise champion, Mike Myers. Sit quietly in the writers' room and take notes as co-hosts Ian, Sam, and Spencer dive into the stupidest bits imaginable, including a high-stakes Uno game, dozens of niche villains, and convoluted time travel being used to steal music from modern times. Shagadelic! Get in my belly! You can't handle the truth!
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2023-03-151h 02
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseSpider-Man 4In this episode, Ian, Sam and Spencer beg to be avenged. They dance down the streets of New York/LA/Abington, Mass seducing everyone. They discover that it was actually someone else who killed their uncles. They get medicine for their daughters. They imagine Spider-Man's fiercest nemesis yet, gambling addiction. No- wait, I mean- Dylan Baker as a giant reptile pretending to be a normal guy. One thing they do NOT do is make a bunch of 9/11 jokes and that's because Ian cut them all out when editing. #Releasethe911cut
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2023-03-0849 min
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchisePirates of the Caribbean: Time and TideYo-ho! On this episode, co-hosts Ian, Sam, and Spencer dive into the rocky waters below to cover the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise. Will Davy Jones be back from the dead? Will Barbosa get apples in pirate heaven? Will Jack Sparrow even be in this one? Join the writer's room of the perfect sequel to find out what's next for this blockbuster adaptation of an old theme park ride.
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2023-03-0247 min
Sequels 2: Rise of the FranchiseShrek: The Way of Swamp WaterWelcome to Sequels 2: Rise of the Franchise. In the first episode of our podcast, we create the perfect story for a Shrek sequel. Join the writers' room, with co-hosts Ian Deming, Sam Purdell, and Spencer Sapienza, as we help continue the legacy of all your most beloved film franchises.
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2023-02-2556 minAbington CAM Podcast NetworkShrek 5: The Way of Swamp WaterWelcome to Sequels 2: Rise of the Franchise. In the first episode of our podcast, we create the perfect story for a Shrek sequel. Join the writer's room, with co-hosts Ian Deming, Sam Purdell, and Spencer Sapienza, as we help continue the legacy of all your most beloved film franchises.
2023-02-2356 min
StarTripper!!How Feston Saved Arbor DayA bit of holiday temp-work goes sideways for Feston during Arbor Day celebrations aboard station Kinderkafig-7. But maybe Serena will learn something about holiday cheer? Any bets? ABOUTStarTripper!! is a former file-clerk’s search for the best experience the galaxy has to offer! Transcript for this episode: startripperhq.com/arborday/transcript Website: startripperhq.com Twitter: @StarTripperHQ Patreon: patreon.com/startripper Merch: startripperhq.com/merch SPONSORS– Cornbread Hemp, organic full spectrum CBD products grown & made in Kentucky. Use code "STARTRIPPER" for 25% off your first order! CAST...
2018-12-2522 min
Mission DailyAn Interview with Venture Capitalist, Laura DemingChad sits down with venture capitalist and scientist Laura Deming. Together they discuss Laura’s past as a scientist and how she got her start funding organizations that help prevent aging. Today’s episode of The Mission Daily is brought to you by Twilio. More than 2 million developers around the world have used Twilio to unlock the magic of communications. This October, Twilio is hosting SIGNAL, the customer and developer conference of the year. The Mission Daily listeners receive 20% off tickets when going to signal.twilio.com and using code MISSION20. The Mission publishes the#1 news...
2018-08-2726 min
Adapt or PerishThe Hobbit (Ep. 4)In this episode, we discuss: J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit, 1937. Buy on Amazon or iBooks. The Hobbit, produced by Rankin/Bass, 1977. Buy on iTunes or Amazon. The Hobbit, adapted by Chuck Dixon and Sean Deming, and illustrated by David Wenzel, 1989. Buy on Amazon. The Hobbit Trilogy, directed by Peter Jackson, 2012–2014: The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, 2012. Buy or rent on iTunes or Amazon. The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug, 2013. Part two! Buy or rent on iTunes or Amazon. The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies, 2014. Part three! OMG why part three! Buy or rent on iTunes or Ama...
2017-11-211h 40
Deck the Halls (with Matrimony!)Deck the Halls"Deck the Halls (with Matrimony!)" - A Christmas radio play "He was too good to be true. Until he wasn't. But then he was again!"or!"When love is your business, you have no business falling in love."Written and directed by Ashley Quach. Starring Paula Deming and Keiko Agena, with Ian McQuown, Kyle Payne, Jessica Payne, Nik Shriner, Kacie Rogers, and Jessie Abbott Chin. Produced by Ashley Quach and Paula Deming. Music by John Jesensky. Sound design by Kevin Rosen-Quan with additional foley by Mike Miller. Recorded by...
2016-12-121h 15
Bandana Blues, founded by Beardo, hosted by SpinnerBandana Blues #651show#651 07.17.16 David Vest - Stop This Madness from Devestatin' Rhythm 2016 (3:16) The Bel Airs - How Come People Act Like That from Hoodoo Party 1999 (3:40) Big Sugar - Devil Got My Woman from Big Sugar 2003 (5:19) Bugs Henderson - Blues in Reverse from Years in the Jungle 1993 (8:28) Doug Deming and the Jewel Tones - Poison Ivy from What's It Gonna Take 2012 (4:04) Greg Brown - The Moon Is Nearly Full from Milk of the Moon 2002 (5:29) Eli "Paperboy" Reed - I Found You Out from Come and Get It! 2010 (3:34) Ian Siegal - Gallo Del...
2016-07-171h 48
Bandana Blues, founded by Beardo, hosted by SpinnerBandana Blues#576 - Mystery Guest !!!show#576 01.24.15 Mystery Guest !!! Lincoln Durham - Rise In The River from Exodus of the Deemed Unrighteous 2014 (2:53) The Kirby Sewell Band - Cryin' All The Way from Girl With a New Tattoo 2014 (4:26) Dennis Gruenling (Featuring Doug Deming & The Jewel Tones) - One Scotch, One Bourbon, One Beer from Rockin' All Day 2012 (4:21) Otis Spann - this is the blues from Delta Blues 2005 (3:10) Paul Filipowicz - Everyday - Everynight from Saints And Sinners 2013 (2:46) Sue Foley - Give It to Me from Walk in the Sun 1996 (3:53) Muddy Waters - Country Boy from...
2015-01-252h 12