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Movie SchmovieEp. 471-Hard Boiled (1992), Zootopia 2, Movie News, and More!Ron, Steve, and John gracefully dive in slow motion with their guns blazing in the direction of John Woo’s 1992 bullet festival, Hard Boiled. Do the Schmovie guys have what it takes… to be a cop? Then they kick around a couple recent news items and dig in to other stuff they’ve seen. Kind of the usual format.
2025-12-081h 16Movie SchmovieEp. 469.5-Edgar Wright’s The Running ManRon, Steve, and John got to see an advance screening of Edgar Wright’s re-adaptation of Stephen King’s 1982 novella, The Running Man! And in this special .5 episode, they meet up in John’s car for a post-movie conversation that touches on the strengths and weaknesses of the film, Glenn Powell’s star power, and how this take differs from the 1987 Schwarzenegger-led version.
2025-11-1446 minMovie SchmovieEp. 453-The Assessment (2024), Ballerina, The Phoenician Scheme, How to Train Your Dragon (2025), and more!Ron, Steve, and John assess The Assessment—a new-ish sci-fi/psychological thriller picked by Steve for this week’s Required Viewing—before moving on to a few other recent movies and shows, including Ballerina (the action-packed John Wick spinoff) and Wes Anderson’s latest deadpan character study, The Phoenician Scheme.
2025-06-131h 05Movie SchmovieEp. 451-Magnolia (1999), Friendship, ‘The Studio’ Season Wrap-upThis week on the show, the guys head out to California (where the emotions are BIG) by watching John’s Required Viewing pick, the sprawling and melodramatic Magnolia; then Ron and John check in on Tim Robinson and Paul Rudd’s toxic bromance, Friendship; and finally Steve and John chat in a non-spoiler-y way about how season one of The Studio wrapped up.
2025-05-301h 16Movie SchmovieEp. 450-Fight or Flight; Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning; Final Destination: BloodlinesSteve’s Required Viewing pick, the brand-new over-the-top action thriller Fight or Flight, asks the question: is this Josh Hartnett’s “John Wick on a plane,” or just another movie where a disgraced federal agent ingests toad venom and kills contract killers with a chainsaw? Then Ron and John try to explain the adrenaline rush of watching Tom Cruise climb around on a biplane in Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning. And lastly, if you like your Reckonings final, how about your Destinations? Final Destination: Bloodlines resuscitates that durable franchise with a new entry focusing on a family who comes do...
2025-05-231h 11
Longer. Healthier. Better.Live from symposium: Better sleep with Dr. Matthew WalkerDr. Matthew Walker, neuroscientist and sleep expert, delves into the critical role sleep plays in our health and longevity, offering practical insights on improving your own sleep. In this special episode, recorded live at our 2024 Longer. Healthier. Better. symposium, Dr. Walker covers:"Four macros" of good sleep — Quantity, Quality, Regularity, and Timing (QQRT) — and emphasizes the importance each macro for overall well-beingPractical advice on managing sleep disturbances like jet lag and insomniaGuidance on emerging sleep trends and technologies like the Oura Ring or a smart mattress
2025-02-2528 minMovie SchmovieEp. 439-John's 400th!In a special installment celebrating 400 episodes since John joined the podcast, the Schmovie Boyz chat about streaming series’ whose names start with S (more or less); play a government-ordered round of The Schmovie Studios Movie Game; and reassess some old topic-based episodes of the show in a new segment called “Forever Ever?”
2025-02-071h 25Movie SchmovieEp. 434-Conclave, Carry-On, and NosferatuRon, Steve, and John search their souls and discuss the relatable predicament of having to pick a new pope by digging in to Conclave, a recent, dialogue-driven Vatican drama packed with terrific actors. Ronald and Steve share in the fun they had with Netflix’s holiday action thriller Carry-On, and then the guys hop into John’s car to break down Robert Eggers’s dread-infused remake of classic vampire film Nosferatu.
2024-12-211h 01
Innerwealth with Chris WalkerThe Path Walker Book ReviewThe text is an excerpt from the book "The Path Walker", an autobiography by Christopher John Walker. It chronicles his personal journey of self-discovery and transformation, detailing his struggles with addiction, infidelity, and career setbacks, and his ultimate search for meaning and inner peace. Walker uses his experiences in the Himalayas as a springboard for exploring themes of self-mastery, mindfulness, and finding harmony between the physical and spiritual realms. He advocates for embracing stillness, embracing discomfort, and appreciating the interconnectedness of all things. The text encourages readers to re-evaluate their priorities and live a life of authenticity and purpose.
2024-10-0610 minMovie SchmovieEp. 426-Fierce Creatures (1997), Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, Rebel Ridge, Sing SingRon, Steve, and John try to keep their zoo open by watching Fierce Creatures, the 1997 comedy that attempted to repeat the success of A Fish Called Wanda. They also enthuse about Jeremy Saulnier’s new Netflix thriller, Rebel Ridge, and Ronald and John share some thoughts on that hit Beetlejuice sequel.
2024-09-211h 00Movie SchmovieEp. 410-Baltimore Schmaltimore, Hon!On a very special episode, Ronald, Steve, and John celebrate the 4-1-0 with a massive rundown of some of the biggest titles in television and film to make their way through Baltimore. From 12 Monkeys to The Wire to John Waters, and that’s only halfway through the episode. Jump in Hon! Charm City’s-a-callin’!
2024-04-131h 29
Off the EaselEpisode 91: Happy Meals with John WalkerSend us a textJoin Catherine Moore and Skye Becker-Yamakawa for an artist interview with the wonderful John Walker. John comes to us from the windy city of Chicago, Illinois. He tells about growing up with a father who was a professional artist and how this impacted him as a professional artist. John also describes his job for many years as a professional illustrator. He explains his process treating MDF panels and building one of a kind frames. Listen to Off the Easel this week and find inspiration in John Walker’s surreal art and...
2023-10-0454 minMovie SchmovieEp. 370-John Wick: Chapter 4, Operation Fortune, Cocaine Bear, Women TalkingRon, Steve, and John talk about a bevy of recent releases, including the latest John Wick fightfest and this week's Required Viewing selection, Operation Fortune.
2023-03-171h 06
The IC-DISC ShowEp041: Being a Deal Attorney with John Walker
In this episode of the IC-DISC podcast we’re talking to John H. Walker, a mergers & acquisitions attorney in Houston.
In the past, John has done hundreds of transactions, on both the buy-side and the sell-side for a number of different public and private companies. But he really loves representing sellers who are selling to much larger, more sophisticated buyers, in which he is able to level the playing field.
You will enjoy this wide ranging conversation. John has some great stories, client success stories, and examples of things that can go wr...
2023-03-1452 minMovie SchmovieEp. 369-Scream VI, Garth Merenghi’s Darkplace (2004)Ron, Steve, and John look back to 2004 to diagnose a British TV show with a cult following, Garth Merenghi's Darkplace. Then Ron and John offer some totally spoiler-free thoughts about much anticipated horror sequel Scream VI, which is in theaters now!
2023-03-101h 01Movie SchmovieEp. 358-Planes, Trains and Automobiles (1987), The Menu, Welcome to ChippendalesRon, Steve, and John give thanks for one of the most iconic road movies of all time, which also happens to be one of the funniest buddy comedies, which is also the leading case for why the world is poorer without John Candy in it: John Hughes's Planes, Trains, and Automobiles. Are you a Neal or a Del? The answer isn't in this podcast, but it is in your heart.
2022-11-241h 16Movie SchmovieEp. 322-No Time to Die, The Eternals, Shang-Chi, and more!It's hard not to overuse the term "jam-packed" about these recent episodes, but oh well! Maybe "wide-ranging" is a good substitute? Anyway, this week Ron, Steve, and John turn their attention to all the IMAX content coming to Disney +, The Eternals (which John has seen), What We Do in the Shadows's bold third season, Shang-Chi (which Ron and Steve have finally seen), and Daniel Craig's final turn as James Bond, No Time to Die! Wow!
2021-11-121h 27Movie SchmovieEp. 319-Halloween Kills, Dune, DC FanDomeAfter comparing notes on recent online hype event DC FanDome, Ronald, Steve, and John take a long look at the divisive new entry in the Michael Myers series, Halloween Kills, and discuss why the The Shape endures. Ronald and John also have a few things to say about Dune, which is streaming on HBO Max as of today.
2021-10-221h 45Movie SchmovieEp. 304-A Quiet Place Part II, In The HeightsRon, Steve, and John try to keep their voices down as they discuss John Krasinski and Emily Blunt’s A Quiet Place sequel, then take to the streets to sing about such worthy topics as tradition, flavored ice, and the film adaptation of hit musical In The Heights, currently on HBO Max. Also: Steve and John describe their first theatrical experiences in over a year!
2021-06-181h 06Movie SchmovieEp. 267-AntebellumRonald, Steve, and John discuss the upcoming Lionsgate release, Antebellum. Topics include Janelle Monáe’s performance, the depiction of slavery in movies, and how some film genres don’t always mix easily.
2020-09-0453 minMovie SchmovieEp. 265-Lovecraft CountryRonald, Steve, and John take a look at HBO’s bracing and exciting new horror/adventure series, Lovecraft Country, a period piece that deals head-on with the abject racism of America’s Jim Crow era while also delivering genre thrills.
2020-08-211h 10Movie SchmovieEp. 264-An American PicklecastRonald, Steve, and John worry about the world a little before falling into the brine barrel with Seth Rogen’s latest, a lighthearted comedy newly available on HBO Max called An American Pickle. Is this thing kosher, or are the moviemakers a bunch of dillweeds? Listen and learn.
2020-08-1458 minMovie SchmovieEp. 263-Host SchmostThree hosts take on one Host as Ronald, Steve, and John dig in to the latest horror sensation, a clever, low-budget experiment called, well, HOST. Also discussed: Disney’s decision to premiere the much-anticipated live-action Mulan as a premium selection on Disney+ and what this move may mean for films and viewers going forward.
2020-08-071h 18Movie SchmovieEp. 262-Rental, SchmentalRonald, Steve, and John enjoy a short stay with Dave Franco’s directorial debut, The Rental. See if they would plan on visiting again! Also, John and Steve saw Tom Hank’s WWII action flick Greyhound, and Ronald loved Lucky Grandma. This is what we call an episode.
2020-08-031h 28Movie SchmovieEp. 261-Hamilton, Horror, and Hhwhat?!The guys talk about quarantine hair maintenance, Hamilton’s small-screen debut, the new Andy Samberg/Cristin Milioti rom-com Palm Springs, and the drawback of all these great new streaming services. Plus John runs down a few recent entries in a favorite genre with a new feature, “Horror You Doing?”
2020-07-181h 26Movie SchmovieEp. 260-More News and ViewsIn another grab-bag episode, Ronald, Steve, and John chat about whether Joss Whedon is better than booyah, how Ben Affleck is doing, the ever-evolving movie release slate in the COVID era, and some stuff they've watched lately.
2020-07-061h 16Movie SchmovieEp. 259-Recent News RoundupRonald, Steve, and John talk about Michael Keaton’s possible return to the role of Batman, why the heck we should care about Boba Fett, the shameful presence of blackface in modern comedy, and a few things they’ve been watching lately.
2020-06-2656 minMovie SchmovieEp. 258-The King of Staten Island/Da 5 BloodsRonald, John, and Steve dig into two big online releases, this time from two successful auteurs: Judd Apatow and Spike Lee. One of them made a shaggy comic character study and the other, a searing, socially-conscious epic. You have to listen to find out who's who.
2020-06-191h 12Movie SchmovieEp. 257-Movie-Schmovie-Doo, Where Are You?Ronald, Steve and John catch up on recent movie news and discuss the latest incarnation of Scooby-Doo, Warner Animation’s Scoob! Then they take a look at Netflix’s The Lovebirds before moving on to a breakdown of the filmmaking—and the unbearable whiteness—of oddball indie darling The Vast of Night.
2020-06-061h 23Movie SchmovieEp. 256-Scream, Schmream with Lauren WarehimeThere are certain rules that one must abide by in order to successfully survive a movie recap podcast. One, pick an important and influential franchise to discuss. Two, find an important and influential guest. And never, ever, EVER, under any circumstances, hold back any pointless pop cultural opinions. That said, longtime official friend of the show Lauren Warehime is here to help Ronald, Steve, and John discuss all four Scream films, so we ought to be fine.
2020-05-262h 17Movie SchmovieEp. 255-Capone Again, NaturallyRonald, Steve, and John get together for a packed installment wherein they discuss Hamilton coming to Disney Plus, make a correction to a recent episode, suggest a NYT article for your reading pleasure, and sort through the rubble of their minds after seeing Josh Trank’s new film, Capone. Plus some TV recommendations AND your new favorite song. Thank us later.
2020-05-151h 19Movie SchmovieEp. 254-Dave/The LodgeRonald, Steve, and John have all watched the whole first season of FXX/Hulu’s Dave. You should too! Listen in to find out why, and to hear what makes new VOD horror film The Lodge special. It’s a full episode of G’aheads!
2020-05-0854 minMovie SchmovieEp. 253-Quarantine Catchup III (feat. Bad Education)Ronald, Steve, and John go back to school to discuss HBO’s latest original movie, Bad Education. Then they give quick thoughts on a number of other things they’ve seen lately, including a breathtaking masterpiece that blew John’s mind and just might change your life.
2020-05-0247 minMovie SchmovieEp. 252-Soundtrack Schmoundtrack: 2004Ronald, Steve and John picked a random year and then selected their top songs from soundtrack albums released during that time. 2004 was the year that came up. As expected, memory lane leads to some amazing music!
2020-04-241h 02Movie SchmovieEp. 251-Quarantine Catchup II: The Countdown BeginsRonald, Steve, and John are back with more thoughts on the future of movies and other events in 2020, some hype for The Last Dance, the upcoming ESPN Chicago Bulls docu-series, and quick thoughts on a slew of new-ish digital releases, including the darkly comic We Summon The Darkness.
2020-04-191h 05Movie SchmovieEp. 250-Trolls World Tour & Other DistractionsRonald, Steve, and John talk about the brand-new animated release Trolls World Tour and then offer a few viewing options they’ve enjoyed in recent weeks.
2020-04-101h 07Movie SchmovieEp. 249-“Carole F#@%in Baskin” EditionThe guys break down the appeal of Netflix’s latest true crime sensation, Tiger King. Then Steve and John discuss a few recent theatrical movies that you can now screen at home: The Invisible Man, The Hunt, and The Way Back. It’s a VOD film festival!
2020-04-021h 16Movie SchmovieEp. 247-Looking Back at the 92nd Annual Academy AwardsMusical performances of various quality! Heartfelt speeches! Parasite’s big win! Ronald, Steve, and John are here to discuss this year’s Oscar telecast before we all agree to never talk about it again.
2020-02-1751 min
Curious Insights from History#21 PompWe start with the arrogance of John Adams. We end with the first amendment.Support the show
2020-02-0310 minMovie SchmovieEp. 246-Top Films of 2019Ronald, Steve, and John discuss their favorite films from last year. This is them. This is how they win.
2020-01-241h 35Movie SchmovieEp. 245-TeeVee SchmeeVee XI: Best Shows of 2019It’s been a great year for television, or serialized storytelling, or streaming content, or whatever you want to call the stuff you watch on your screens at home. The delivery systems have multiplied and the shows are often amazing. It’s a LOT. Ronald, Steve, and John take a closer look at some favorites from 2019.
2020-01-171h 19Movie SchmovieEp. 243-Holiday, Schmoliday 2019Steve, Ronald, and John look back at the show's weirdest year, taking time to celebrate the high points—and complain about the low points—of being a pop culture addict in 2019. (Warning: Contains spoilers for the first ten minutes of Terminator: Dark Fate.)
2019-12-061h 30Movie SchmovieEp. 242-The Streaming Gold RushWith the arrival of potential Netflix-killers Disney+ and Apple TV+, and with HBO Max just around the corner, the streaming wars are about to get ugly, so thank goodness Ronald, Steve, and John are around to sort through it on your behalf. Who has the best content? The best delivery system? The best price point? And most urgently, what’s that New Kids on the Block song that John likes? Questions are answered.
2019-11-221h 26Movie SchmovieEp. 241-Robots, SchmobotsSteve, Ronald, and John take on a good old-fashioned episode topic: Their favorite robots from cinema history. John also catches up on a classic genre film that has eluded his grasp until now. You’ve been programmed to listen to this podcast and also NOT to kill any humans. Please don’t get those instructions mixed up!
2019-11-1152 minMovie SchmovieEp. 239-Once Upon A Time... In August 2019Ronald, Steve, and John react to some recent movie news before hunkering down to discuss the films they've seen recently, including the latest from Quentin Tarantino.
2019-08-231h 05Curious Insights from History#18 John Harvey's Mustard ProblemThis episode is a curious blending of war and medicine. A fascinating start to one branch of cancer treatment. I like it. I hope you will too.Support the show
2019-08-1008 minMovie SchmovieEp. 238-Trailer Roundup Reunion ShowIt's been a minute but Ronald, Steve, and John haven't forsaken you. In this episode the guys reconvene in John's still-unfinished basement to engage in face-to-face conversation about the recently released trailers for some big upcoming movies. The whole thing is speculative af. Try it! You'll like it.
2019-07-211h 23Movie SchmovieEp. 237-Closing the Book on "Game of Thrones"Now that the ashes have settled on the series finale, it's time for Ronald, Steve, and John to offer some parting thoughts on HBO's "Game of Thrones," including some favorite character arcs, the difficulty of tying up such a giant story, and the cultural impact of this landmark show.
2019-05-2453 minMovie SchmovieEp. 236-Avengers: Endgame (and Game of Thrones Recap)After years of hype and preparation, and with the help of the many A-list creatives hired by the MCU, we've finally arrived at the pivotal moment of discovery, when the world will find out... who won the Movie Schmovie Avengers Ice Cream Wager? Ronald, Steve and John reveal all as they discuss Avengers: Endgame. As a bonus, we also follow-up on last week's intense episode of Game of Thrones.
2019-05-051h 17Movie SchmovieEp. 235-Pre-Endgaming the ThroneThis weekend, Avengers: Endgame hits theaters and Game of Thrones will air its much touted Battle of Winterfell episode. The possibility for heroic carnage is high. On the eve of finding out what happens in both epic tales, Ronald, Steve, and John gathered by the fire to eat some shwarma and trade thoughts, theories and predictions.
2019-04-2654 minMovie SchmovieEp. 233-Captain MarvelRonald, Steve and John have seen Captain Marvel, the latest installment in the unstoppable MCU saga. This is an origin story that doubles as a space opera (while also serving as a prequel to the existing films in the franchise) and it's the first of 21 films to indisputably star a woman in the lead role. How does it stand up on its own terms, as just, you know, a movie? We've got thoughts...
2019-03-0859 minMovie SchmovieEp. 232-Oscars Schmoscars 2019In a year when the shenanigans surrounding the ceremony were making as much news as the movies, Ronald, Steve, and John had to sit down and dissect the 91st Academy Awards. And the podcast goes to... YOU.
2019-02-2747 minMovie SchmovieEp. 231-Looking Ahead at 2019Ronald, Steve, and John take a good, long gander at the movie calendar for February, March, and April, and begin plotting their course. What upcoming releases have us excited? Save the date to listen and find out!
2019-02-0840 minMovie SchmovieEp. 230-Top Films of 2018Deciding which movies are the best is a tough job, especially after a year with as many great ones as 2018 had. It's a brutal enterprise and it takes people of unique focus and vision to see it through. Sadly, you're stuck with Ronald, Steve, and John. Listen in and find out how they did.
2019-01-251h 54Movie SchmovieEp. 229-TeeVee SchmeeVee Part Ten: Best Shows of 2018The year-end wrap-up continues as Ronald, Steve and John call out a bunch of exemplary television shows from 2018, including new discoveries and returning favorites.
2019-01-191h 02
Playing Records with JohnAnnouncement About the Future of the PodcastPlaying Records with John will continue, but not on this feed. To keep up with new episodes look for "FYIz" in iTunes or go to fyiz dot podbean dot com! Thanks for subscribing and hope to see you on the new feed. This short announcement episode explains it further.
2018-12-2104 minMovie SchmovieEp. 227-Spider-Verse, Schmider-VerseRonald, Steve, and John work on their Spider-Nouns as they delve into the latest Sony/Marvel collaboration, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, an exciting and eye-popping addition to the web-slinger canon. We liked it! Listen to find out how much.
2018-12-1443 minMovie SchmovieEp. 226-Catching Up Is Hard To DoThe stars have aligned and Ronald, Steve, and John are back to update you on some new-ish movies—Widows, If Beale Street Could Talk, and Creed 2, to name a few—and to chat about the latest shenanigans in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
2018-12-071h 00Movie SchmovieEp. 225-Horror Movie Kills That KilledScary films are known for their inventive kill scenes. Ronald, Steve, and John are picking some favorites. It's such a dangerous topic that they had to bring in adult supervision: Returning Guest Champion Lauren Warehime, who has thoughts. This special episode is the sonic equivalent of a full-sized candy bar and you must enjoy it now.
2018-10-261h 04Movie SchmovieEp. 224-Candyman, SchmandymanRonald, Steve, and John step into the bathroom together and take turns facing the mirror, supposedly saying "Candyman" but actually mumbling things like "Cangymang" and "Canbyman" and hoping nobody else will notice. While they're in there, they discuss the whole trilogy: 1992's Candyman, 1995's Candyman: Farewell to the Flesh, and 1999's Candyman: Day of the Dead. More fun than a ribcage full of bees!
2018-10-191h 05Movie SchmovieEp. 223-We're Still Here: Into the Trailer-VerseRonald, Steve, and John return when you least expect with a look at the trailers for a handful of big movies coming soon (The Mule, Vice, Rocketman, and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse), as well as thoughts on trailers in general and whether teasers should even be a thing. Also discussed: The latest director hired to helm James Bond 25, the new season of Serial, and a few podcast recommendations.
2018-10-061h 04Movie SchmovieEp. 221-Fall Preview 2018Ronald is sleepy, John's had a little bourbon, and Steve declares one anticipated film "Family as F@#%." It's a mess but if you sift through the giggles there are some solid picks for the upcoming season of cinema. And if thats not enough, look out for some lovable new characters, The Country Cousins. What will those Schmovie Boys do next?
2018-08-2447 minMovie SchmovieEp. 219-Epic Ketchup, Summer 2018: Part 2This is one of those free-range episodes where the description is just a list of topics that Ronald, Steve and John touch on, like the Fred Rogers doc, Won't You Be My Neighbor?; Netflix Originals such as Set It Up, Ibiza and Cargo; Ricky Gervais's standup career; Miles Teller; and the bloody Benicio-fest that is Sicario: Day of the Soldado. There's probably even more! We lost track.
2018-07-131h 00Movie SchmovieEp. 218-Epic Ketchup, Summer 2018: Part 1Ronald, Steve and John had a lot to talk about so they recorded a double-wide episode and then broke it down into two digestible parts. In this week's installment, find discussions of how the AMC theater chain plans to one-up MoviePass, what's up with Star Wars's toxic fanbase, and the latest Jurassic sequel.
2018-07-061h 03Movie SchmovieEp. 217-The Schmovie Studios Movie GameAs a departure from their boring habit of talking about movies that "exist," Ronald, Steve, and John pretend to be studio heads trying to devise a successful slate of imaginary works. Creative collaborators are chosen at random and then the guys pitch their ideas to each other. Dreams will be forged. Some will fail. Aka just another day at Schmovie Studios.
2018-06-1531 minMovie SchmovieEp. 214-Avengers: Infinity War, Recent NewsA nervous nation finally exhales as Ronald, Steve, and John break their silence on Marvel's latest record-breaking hit, Fox's latest round of premature cancellations, and Donald Glover's latest video.
2018-05-191h 25Movie SchmovieEp. 213-Summer Preview 2018Steve, Ronald, and John look at the slate of films coming your way this summer and pick a likely contender from each month.
2018-04-2748 min
Movie SchmovieEp. 211-Top MCU MomentsFind out which Hulk we like best, which fights are the coolest, which jokes convey the most character, and how John is just like Baron Zemo as the guys each name their five favorite moments from all the MCU films so far, in anticipation of Avengers: Infinity War.
2018-03-3155 minMovie SchmovieEp. 210-Friends of the Show 2018Desperate for content because there just aren't that many movies anymore, Ronald, Steve, and John asked listeners and friends for questions. In this episode, they tackle a bunch of them. It's a fun grab-bag of topics. Dig in!
2018-03-161h 11
Movie SchmovieEp. 209-The Catch'emup ParadoxRonald, Steve and John catch up on some movie news as well as the films they've been seeing lately. Annihilation, The Greatest Showman, Game Night, Jumanji, The Cloverfield Paradox, Paddington 2, and more!
2018-03-0257 min
Movie SchmovieEp. 208-Black PantherLong live the king! Ronald, Steve and John bow before the MCU’s highly-anticipated Black Panther and discuss the many things they enjoyed, and the few things they didn’t, about this cinematic milestone.
2018-02-161h 06Movie SchmovieEp. 207-Top Films of 2017This is the big one, the episode into which Ronald, Steve and John put waaaay too much thought. So cancel any immediate plans. The guys want to tell you their favorite movies of 2017.
Be sure to follow us on Facebook (facebook.com/movieschmovie). Subscribe in iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, on TuneIn, or wherever you get your podcasts. You can also follow Ronald (@whoisronjames), Steve (@milaka99), and John (@giannidubya) on Twitter. We'd love your feedback, as well. If you have a moment, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or email us your feedback: movieschmovie@gmail.com.
2018-02-022h 20
Movie SchmovieEp. 206-Worst Films of 2017Movies are hard to make. Podcasts, not so much. So it's with all due respect for the cinematic craft that Ronald, Steve and John name the films they saw last year which fell short, misfired, or boasted more than the recommended daily amount of WTF. Listen and learn from our mistakes
Be sure to follow us on Facebook (facebook.com/movieschmovie). Subscribe in iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, on TuneIn, or wherever you get your podcasts. You can also follow Ronald (@whoisronjames), Steve (@milaka99), and John (@giannidubya) on Twitter. We'd love your feedback, as well. If you hav...
2018-01-261h 12
Movie SchmovieEp. 205-TeeVee SchmeeVee Episode IX: Best Shows of 2017Ronald, Steve and John are back from an unplanned break to share their top five TV programs of the year that was.
Be sure to follow us on Facebook (facebook.com/movieschmovie). Subscribe in iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, on TuneIn, or wherever you get your podcasts. You can also follow Ronald (@whoisronjames), Steve (@milaka99), and John (@giannidubya) on Twitter. We'd love your feedback, as well. If you have a moment, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or email us your feedback: movieschmovie@gmail.com.
2018-01-131h 45
Movie SchmovieEp. 204-Holiday SchmolidayIt's a festive mashup as Ronald, Steve and John combine their annual "Schmanksgiving" and "Bah Humbug" conversations into a single epic installment of the show. We're thankful! We're grumpy! We're all over the place! Consider us a gift.
Be sure to follow us on Facebook (facebook.com/movieschmovie). Subscribe in iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, on TuneIn, or wherever you get your podcasts. You can also follow Ronald (@whoisronjames), Steve (@milaka99), and John (@giannidubya) on Twitter. We'd love your feedback, as well. If you have a moment, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or email us yo...
2017-12-151h 17
Movie SchmovieEp. 203-Infinity CatchupThe fellas hop on the ol' telephone to flap their dang gums about some newfangled picture shows and a bit of that Hollywood gossip.
Be sure to follow us on Facebook (facebook.com/movieschmovie). Subscribe in iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, on TuneIn, or wherever you get your podcasts. You can also follow Ronald (@whoisronjames), Steve (@milaka99), and John (@giannidubya) on Twitter. We'd love your feedback, as well. If you have a moment, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or email us your feedback: movieschmovie@gmail.com.
2017-12-0153 min
Movie SchmovieEp. 202.5-Justice League
After four films that are all over the map in terms of critical and audience reception, The DCEU tries to tie it all together with the new long-awaited franken-movie, Justice League. How do earth's greatest heroes fare against a tortured development process and troubled production? Ronald, Steve and John are here to save your world.
Be sure to follow us on Facebook (facebook.com/movieschmovie). Subscribe in iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, on TuneIn, or wherever you get your podcasts. You can also follow Ronald (@whoisronjames), Steve (@milaka99), and John (@giannidubya) on Twitter. We'd love your feedback, as well. If you...
2017-11-1745 min
Movie SchmovieEp. 202-FMK / GWHOnce again we pull names from the Mongolian shepherd's hat and assess their associated careers. We used to call it FMK, now we call it GWH. Or do we? Listen and it will probably make sense.
Be sure to follow us on Facebook (facebook.com/movieschmovie). Subscribe in iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, on TuneIn, or wherever you get your podcasts. You can also follow Ronald (@whoisronjames), Steve (@milaka99), and John (@giannidubya) on Twitter. We'd love your feedback, as well. If you have a moment, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or email us your feedb...
2017-11-101h 04
Movie SchmovieEp. 201.5-Thor: Ragnarok
Podcast favorite Taika Waititi has stepped up to the franchise big leagues with the latest entry in the Thor series. Does he survive the studio system with his low-key humor intact? Ronald, Steve, and John are here to decide.
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2017-11-0329 min
Movie SchmovieEp. 201-Best Horror Movies Since 2012Happy Halloween! Close friend of the show Lauren Warehime returns to help the guys figure out which horror films released since 2012 are likely to stand the test of time.
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2017-10-271h 34
Movie SchmovieEp. 200-Movies Without A SchmovieThe little podcast that could, just did! Ronald, Steve, and John celebrate the show's 200th episode with a trip down memory lane, followed by a time-bending journey beyond your wildest dreams. Bring snacks.
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2017-10-131h 15
Movie SchmovieEp. 199.5-Better Watch OutThe fellas take a look at Better Watch Out, a brand new, and very dark, holiday comedy thriller. Steve also got a chance to chat with Ed Oxenbould, one of the film's stars. Stick around after the interview for our spoiler section.
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2017-10-0648 min
Movie SchmovieEp.199-IT for BrainsThe guys run down a few recent bits of movie news and then settle in to geek out about the brand new big screen adaptation of Stephen King's IT. Or, rather, Steve and John geek out while Ronald tolerates them in his usual generous fashion. The takeaway is: We all liked the movie. It's an episode!
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2017-09-1644 min
Movie SchmovieEp.198.5-TeeVee SchmeeVee: Bend the KneeVeeAs HBO's unavoidable smash hit Game of Thrones wraps up an eventful penultimate season, Ronald, Steve and John share their thoughts on the finale, some favorite characters, and what lies ahead.
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2017-09-011h 03
Movie SchmovieEp. 198-Schmovie with a Side of SchmeeVeeRonald and Steve saw Annabelle: Creation. John saw Wind River and Logan Lucky. Everyone saw Game of Thrones. Find out how it all stacks up.
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2017-08-2158 minMovie SchmovieEp. 197-Detroit, Debtflix, and DragonstoneSteve, Ronald and John discuss Detroit, Kathryn Bigelow's latest mix of fact and fiction, ponder Netflix's financial model, and catch up on this season of Game of Thrones.
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2017-08-0550 minMovie SchmovieEp. 196-Game of PhonesRonald, Steve and John hop on a call to discuss recent business, lavishing special attention on the Game of Thrones season premiere and the social politics of Planet of the Apes. Also: Steve's a dad! Ronald and John make a bet! It's a summertime grab-bag.
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2017-07-2353 minMovie SchmovieEp. 195-True Crime Files: Special Podcast UnitThe guys take a look at the recent surge in true crime documentaries, including films, television shows, and podcasts, wondering all the while what it is that makes us crave such grim stories. Or avoid them, as the case may be. (Stick around until the end for some big news from Steve.)
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2017-07-071h 07Movie SchmovieEp. 194-Salty KetchupRonald, Steve and John catch up on Daniel Day-Lewis's retirement announcement, the director shakeup on the Han Solo spinoff film, and recent theatrical releases such as It Comes at Night, All Eyez on Me, The Mummy, and The Book of Henry.
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2017-06-231h 17Movie SchmovieEp. 193-Soundtrack Schmoundtrack: 1993Aside from the occasional musical (usually animated), the 90s were a big decade for "Various Artists" soundtrack albums chock-full of would-be radio hits from bands all over the fame spectrum, as well as oldies getting a second chance in the spotlight. Ronald, Steve and John each pick a few favorites from 1993.
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2017-06-0946 min
Movie SchmovieEp. 192.5-Wonder WomanRonald, Steve and John get tangled up in the lasso of truth and are forced to share their sincere feelings about DC's latest cinematic endeavor, marking the first time everyone's favorite Amazonian princess has toplined a feature film. Was it worth the 76 year wait?
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2017-06-0246 minMovie SchmovieEp. 192-2017 Maryland Film Festival Recap & Alien: CovenantRonald, Steve, and John couldn't decide whether to post-op this year's Maryland Film Festival or focus instead on a discussion of Alien: Covenant, so they jammed it all into one episode. Your chest will burst from pure listening enjoyment.
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2017-05-221h 12
Movie SchmovieEp. 191-Fast & Furious Overview, Part Two: Fast 2B FuriousRonald, Steve and John wrap up their extensive look at the Fast & Furious series with discussions of Fast Five (2011), Fast & Furious 6 (2013), Furious 7 (2015), and The Fate of the Furious (2017).
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2017-05-191h 26Movie SchmovieEp. 190-Fast & Furious Overview, Part One: The Chronicles of Wild SpeedThe time has come for John to catch up on the Fast and Furious phenomenon. In this episode the guys discuss the first four films in the series: The Fast and the Furious (2001), 2 Fast 2 Furious (2003), The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift (2006), and Fast & Furious (2009).
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2017-05-131h 08
Movie SchmovieEp. 189-Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2The much-anticipated sequel to James Gunn's 2014 triumph, Guardians of the Galaxy, is discussed, with a spoiler section at the end for those who've already seen it.
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2017-05-0542 min
Movie SchmovieEp. 188.5-Tangent Schmangent: Summer Movies & The Netflix ModelEnjoy some bonus audio! This segment is an out-take from 188, wherein we discuss what the summer movie season means in 2017 and whether the Netflix release model hurts movies or helps them.
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2017-04-2820 min
Movie SchmovieEp. 188-Safest Bets of Summer 2017As they do every year around this time, Ronald, Steve, and John take the long view to name a few anticipated films due in May, June, July and August. Listen in, plan your summer, and beat the heat, Schmovie-style!
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2017-04-2145 minMovie SchmovieEp. 127-What We Do In John’s BasementWelcome to the only movie podcast that’s 10% juice and 90% kick. You know the trio. This time we talk about John Wick, 50 Shades, Kingsman, What We Do in the Shadows, and more. Plus some advice for Johnny Depp. Visit http://www.movieschmovie.com for more.
2015-02-211h 31Movie SchmovieEp. 060-Mama/A Glimpse Inside the Mind of Charles Swan III/John Dies at the EndReviews of Andres Muschietti’s MAMA, Roman Coppola’s A GLIMPSE INSIDE THE MIND OF CHARLES SWAN III, and Don Coscarelli’s JOHN DIES AT THE END.
2013-01-2651 minMovie SchmovieEp. 039-The Dark Knight RisesA review of Christopher Nolan’s THE DARK KNIGHT RISES (Christian Bale, Anne Hathaway, Tom Hardy, Gary Oldman), with special guest John Walker.
2012-07-281h 04