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How Could You?!RoboCopWe only have one directive for you, and it's to check out our latest episode covering Paul Verhoven's 1987 sci-fi, urban western, RoboCop. 2025-06-031h 24How Could You?!Cinema Nomad with Stephanie GardnerJoin us this week for a vibrant conversation with Stephanie Gardner, creator of Cinema Nomad - a series debuting this week. You may have heard us talk about Stephanie over the years as she worked on this project originally titled 33 and Me. Now, we sit down for an in-depth conversation starting with the inception of this idea, to the joys and pitfalls of travel, and to the most important lesson of all - the community that is created when we share our love of art. Follow along Stephanie's journey @cinemanomadtv2025-04-301h 45How Could You?!Empire Records"We mustn't dwell, no...not today...not on Rex Manning Day." It's April 8 and 30 years after its original release we are still celebrating Rex Manning and Empire Records - a cornerstone film of 90s culture that feels as fresh, vibrant, and as entertaining as ever. 2025-04-081h 35How Could You?!Stand By Me"A long time ago, if you only measure time in years..." a film came out about 4 boys in Oregon on a quest for personal glory. That film is Stand By Me released in 1986 and directed by Rob Reiner in what would be a 10 year span of all time classic films. Centering around a group of best friends Stand By Me is as timeless and poignant as ever with sharp writing, incredible performances, and a song that instantly makes you nostalgic. 2025-03-191h 28How Could You?!Oscars Post Show 2025So Anora is Best Picture. Demi Moore lost. And we are holding space for everything, ups and downs, from the 97th Academy Awards. Joined by Jess and Jesse Kalavoda we are recapping fashion, awards, host, and bits that we loved and the moments we wished didn't happen. 2025-03-031h 22How Could You?!Oscars Prediction Show 2025It's the most wonderful and cinematic time of the year and we are documenting our predictions for what promises to be a surprising and plot twisting Oscars night in a tumultuous Oscars season. We can't do this without cinephile extraordinaire Anthony Desanctis from Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas.2025-02-241h 44How Could You?!Moulin Rouge!This is a story about love.
Evenmoreso, this is a story about 4 people who met at a movie theater, and haven't stopped talking movies ever since. You know them from our Oscars post show every year, and we are excited to have them on the show to talk about one of their favorite films of all time - Moulin Rouge!
The landscape of the Hollywood musical has gone through its seasons, from being able to print money, to now feeling like a massive swing. No one took a bigger swing than Baz...2025-02-041h 48How Could You?!Films of 1999: Eyes Wide Shut"Fidelio" is the password, or you can just press play for our final in a long series of episodes celebrating the 25th anniversary of the films of 1999.
If you've been listening all year you knew we would cover Kubrick's final psychosexual thriller masterpiece in all of its Christmas lights glory. And we did! Just under the wire to before the ball drops and we start 2025.
It's Nicole Kidman and Tom Cruise at their finest, in all sense of the word. It's more than just that one scene you've heard...2025-01-012h 07How Could You?!The Santa Clause (1994)Ho-ho-ho it's the jolliest time of the year and we are revisiting The Santa Clause celebrating a 30th anniversary. In 1994 Tim Allen was the pinnacle of multimedia celebrity with the number one film at the box office, a best seller, and the number one tv show. But how does he rate as a Santa? Tune in and find out our thoughts as we look back at this now holiday classic. 2024-12-111h 13How Could You?!March of the Wooden Soldiers (1934)Call it Babes in Toyland, or March of the Wooden Soldiers, but either way call it our oldest Thanksgiving tradition! Join us as we kick off the festive week recapping the classic Laurel and Hardy musical comedy, March of the Wooden Soldiers. It's a film that for many is a holiday tradition, thanks to a copyright issue and its repeated plays on television from the 1960s on. For us it's firmly to be shown on one day in particular, leading us to ask How Could You Not watch March of the Wooden Soldiers on Thanksgiving?! 2024-11-251h 09How Could You?!OSCARES - A Celebration of Horror FilmsIt is no secret that the Academy Awards criminally ignores horror genre films when dolling out Oscars. Thanks to a suggestion by a dear friend and longtime listener, we are handing out our first ever Oscares awards, honoring the horror films that missed out on gold. 2024-10-271h 12How Could You?!Films of 99: The Sixth Sense"I see dead people" and the latest entry in our year long exploration of the films of 1999 with The Sixth Sense.
M. Night Shyamalan's third film is probably the most discussed of the year, making water cooler fodder around a twist so surprising, it begs us to ask How could you think a twist is better than this one?
2024-10-081h 37How Could You?!Films of 99: The Blair Witch ProjectIn a year of remarkable films, and highly talked about films, the buzz around The Blair Witch Project was the buzziest of all. In a lightning in a bottle moment, viral marketing, lack of mainstream understanding of the genre, and a group of unknowns combined to scare the daylights out of audiences.
But perhaps more intriguing is the life this film continues to have as one of the most successful independent films of all time, the gold standard in found footage, and a film that continues to surprise and terrify generations removed from its...2024-09-251h 32How Could You?!Films of 99: American PieIt would be impossible to cover this year in film and not discuss the boundary pushing (and perhaps setting) teen comedy of 1999: American Pie. With a cast of characters that were the who's who of the late 90s-early 2000s moment, and with some actors who are still some of the most bankable in Hollywood, this movie is a cultural touchstone of late 90s teen culture.
Join us as we talk about the memorable, the deplorable, and the absolute cringe inducing moments of comedy and finding yourself in high school. With so many talked about...2024-09-121h 32How Could You?!Films of 99: Office SpaceDoes somebody have a case of the Mondays? Fear not, whether it's the start of or midweek blues, we've got the cure with our latest episode covering Mike Judge's Office Space. Celebrating its 25th anniversary this all to real satirical look at workplace culture and the man who tries to escape it remains both a snapshot of 1999 and relevant to the cubicle life.
In many ways this is the definitive workplace movie, but we more specifically want to know HOW COULD YOU NOT THINK THIS IS THE MOST SIGNIFICANT WORKPLACE MOVIE OF THE 90S?! 2024-08-291h 10How Could You?!Brian Raftery - The Ultimate Films of 99 ConversationBrian Raftery is the author of Best. Movie. Year. Ever. How 1999 Blew Up the Big Screen, and in a year where this podcast is celebrating the 25th anniversary of those films, this was the episode we hoped most would happen. Interviewing Brian Raftery is a joy, he's funny, insightful, and an ardent movie fan. His passion for his subject matter and his ability to contextualize how these films still ripple to this day is nothing short of remarkable. Enjoy this week our conversation with Brian in this pinnacle episode for our podcast.
Visit Brian's...2024-08-131h 06How Could You?!The Karate Kid (1984)You're the best around, nothing in the world is going to keep you from listening to our latest episode celebrating the 40th anniversary of THE KARATE KID. A coming of age sports film that has stood the test of time in the crane position. 2024-07-301h 22How Could You?!Films of 99: DOGMAWhat happens when Ben Affleck and Matt Damon play two fallen angels hellbent on getting back to heaven? Protests apparently. Join us as we look at Kevin Smith's fourth film Dogma as part of our ongoing celebration of the films of 1999. On this film's 25th anniversary we take a look in the rearview of the View Askew universe to evaluate the casting, controversies, and acclaim of a film much maligned on its release, and now desperately hard to find. With a cast including Chris Rock, Alan Rickman, and a special appearance by Alanis Morissette it seems like Kevin Smith...2024-06-241h 23How Could You?!The Crow (1994)We are returning after a few weeks off to bring you a massive how could you. Returning to our original format that started this podcast we are taking care of a film that Lauren has never seen - The Crow - a genre and decade defining, atmospheric and soundtrack bar setting film.
Join us as we deep dive into the gritty noir tale of revenge and love that comes with it a tragic production history and legacy burned into the minds of 90s cinephiles.
And remember, "It can't rain...2024-05-281h 29How Could You?!Films of 99: Star Wars The Phantom MenaceIt’s the 25th anniversary of the Star Wars movie that brought Lucas’s vision back to the big screen and a new trilogy to the Star Wars universe. Join us, and favorite third mic Anthony Desanctis, as we hit the hyper drive back to 1999 and remember the anticipation, and reviews of Episode One: The Phantom Menace.2024-05-021h 40How Could You?!Road House VS. Road HouseIt's an all out Daulton fight ya'll!! Daulton v. Daulton. Kicks v. Kicks. Double Deuce versus Road House? In a first for our podcast we are filling a How Could You? and covering its remake on the same episode. Born out of curiosity and a weekend away at the beach, we finall sat down to watch the crazy for Swayze classic and decided to follow it up and see how Gyllenhal fills the Tai-Chi shoes of the OG. Did we love the original? Did we loathe the remake? You'll have to tune into find out in our first ever...2024-04-241h 11How Could You?!Films of 99: Beyond the MatSunday! Sunday! Sunday!
Or whatever day you are listening to this episode we are taking it back to the late 90s and the WWE nee WWF. In a candid, raw, and unflattering documentary we witness the circus of pro-wrestling from the corporate to indie realm. Bodies are bloodied, and dreams are shattered, so it got us wondering: How could you like pro-wrestling?!
Join us as we turn back the clock, fire up the VHS player, and hear from Mick Foley, Mankind, and many more in BEYOND THE MAT. 2024-04-051h 25How Could You?!Films of 99: 10 Things I Hate About YouWe are continuing our celebration of what can be argued as the greatest year of cinema ever with dreamy and teeny comedy 10 Things I Hate About You. We recite poems, have a Heath Ledger lovefest, and praise the feminist icon Kat Straford. And we had to have on our third mic Anthony Desanctis, programming manager for Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas and devoted fan of this film from the age of 9.
There's something special about 99 and something tough about our how could you this week where we ask:
HOW COULD...2024-03-191h 30How Could You?!Oscars 2024 Post ShowWho won? Who lost? And what happened with that Best Picture announcement?
It seems like a night ruled by Bella Baxter and J. Robert Oppenheimer, strange golden bedfellows.
Ken rocked it. Da'Vine made us all cry. And the Oppenhomies ruled supreme. Join us with our favorite Oscar companions Director, Writer Jesse Kalavoda and Producer Jessice Kalavoda as we break down the event that was the 96th Academy Awards. 2024-03-112h 02How Could You?!Oscars 2024It's the most golden time of the year and we cannot do it without our third mic Anthony Desanctis! That's right, it's Oscars 2024! Will the Oppenhomies see Oscar glory for Nolan? Will Barbie be Kenough to the Academy? Is this the strongest Best Picture race in recent years?
Who is to say? Us, of course! Join us as we lay out our predictions in all of the major categories in an energetic, at times contentious, film filled conversation about the 96th Academy Awards! 2024-03-041h 36How Could You?!Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (1971)Come with me, and you'll be, in a world of pure admiration...for the beloved classic film Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. Dreamy production design, catchy tunes and the indomitable Gene Wilder combine to make this a much loved and often shown film. The story of its production is as rich as a Wonka bar and what it means to so many people is as glittering as a golden ticket.
But why is this deeply adored film often neglected from being named as one of the best films of the 1970s. Hop on...2024-02-261h 23How Could You?!Films of 99: Fight ClubThe first rule of podcast is...you talk about movies made in 1999. Okay, maybe it isn't the first rule, but all throughout this year we are looking back at the movies that made 1999 one of the best films ever. For our first entry, we are covering David Fincher's chaotic Fight Club. A film that is quotable, iconic, and without a doubt influential. Join us as we break down the core scenes, the charismatic cast, and the pure unadulterated cult like devotion for this film. 2024-02-091h 27How Could You?!Garden State (2004)It's Ryan's birthday and it means a no veto episode is in the works. For this year Ryan is celebrating Zach Braff's Garden State in its 20th anniversary. It's a movie that was a Sundance darling, critically acclaimed and a boost for sales of The Shins albums. It's beloved by the How Could You?! Podcast, but this film went from much marveled to much maligned. In an emotionally honest episode we seek to answer the question How Could You not love Garden State? 2024-01-191h 54How Could You?!2024 Preview and 2023 in ReviewWe're back friends! And we are taking sometime to look back at the films of 2023 and to look forward to all that we have in store for 2024.
Join us as we tease out how this podcast will celebrate the 25th anniversary of the films of 1999 (often considered one of cinema's greatest years) and new partnerships we are entering with ArtsQuest and Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas.
1999: A Tribute to One of Cinema's Greatest Years
First Saturday Horror Series 2024-01-1635 minHow Could You?!Interview with Shankweiler's Drive-In Owners Matt & LaurenShankweiler's Drive-In in Orefield, PA has the distinction of being America's oldest drive-in movie theater, and we had the honor of sitting down with owners Matt and Lauren who purchased the drive-in just last year. We get to hear about what led them to purchase Shankweiler's, what it's like to show movies in Arctic temperatures, the discovery of their side kick Funnel Cake, and so much more. From the origins of the mobile cinema, Moving Picture Cinema, to attending the National Theater Owners Convention we bring you this Hollywood story set under the stars this week.
2023-11-281h 20How Could You?!The Thanksgiving House (2013)We promised it would be weird and it is. We are dipping our turkey legs into the murky gravy of a Hallmark Thanksgiving movie: The Thanksgiving House. Join us as we watch Mary Ross inherit a home and a love interest in Plymouth historian Everett Mather, a man obsessively trying to prove the site of the first Thanksgiving. Will they learn to put personal interests aside in favor of love? Will they be thwarted by bad boyfriends and town gossips? Will Lauren and Ryan find the line of mockery and love of this movie? You have to tune in...2023-11-161h 10How Could You?!Interview with Chuck Francisco AKA Dash Daring of the Colonial TheatreCall him Dash Daring, Call him Chuck Francisco, just don't call him late to the movies. In our latest episode we sit down with the satiny voice of Colonial Theatre's repertory programming. From love of horror to love of swing dancing to love of The Blob, we cover a lot of ground in this episode and every bit was a delight. We feel beyond grateful to have this conversation with him; it's energetic, full of the love of film, and a celebration of theater going.
Follow him on Instagram @cyaniderush2023-10-171h 59How Could You?!Practical MagicThere's a little witch in all of us...and this week we get bewitched, beguiled, and Bullocked with 1998's Practical Magic. Join us in a sleepy Massachusetts town where two sisters navigate magic, love, and finding sisterhood. In the late 90s both Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman were rising to the ascendancy that would mark the next 25 years of their careers. They are both deliciously charming in this movie, it is the perfect fall vibes, and it is decidedly rewatchable so How could you have never seen Practical Magic?
Get a black cat, a...2023-10-101h 25How Could You?!Interview with Pippsy Pinwheel
What do you get when you combine sword swallowing, make up design, burlesque, acting, filmmaking, and choice film references? You get Pippsy Pinwheel, a performer whose talents are so numerous we can't list them all here. After seeing her perform at Pennsylvania's Renaissance Faire, and catching all of her film references in her show, we knew we had to get a behind the scenes look into her act, her journey to follow her dreams, and the reason for all of those prime movie references.
After listening to the...2023-09-191h 22How Could You?!Cooley HighIt's back to school time, and we are back to our original concept: filling gaps in our film knowledge! For the first time in awhile it's a gap for both of us, the 1975 classic film - Cooley High. Directed by Michael Schulz and written by Eric Monte the ripple effect of this film is endless. As a launchig pad for actors, an inspiration to some of your favorite directors, and the legacy of Eric Monte's influence on television, Cooley High is a special film. Set in Chicago in 1964 we follow two best friends as they navigate skipping class, quarter...2023-09-051h 45How Could You?!E.T. the Extra-TerrestrialIt captured the imaginations and box office numbers of 1982 and it's the episode we've been waiting to do: E.T! Join us on a 90 minute conversation that covers how the film was made, the casting, the reception, and recalling how this visitor from outer space captured our hearts. In some ways this is the quintessential childhood adventure film, and its legacy endures on. We were both lucky enough to grow up with this movie on repeat, so the question this week is:
How could you not think E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial is Spielberg's best movie of the 80...2023-08-181h 36
How Could You?!Summer Film Review 2023We're back! It's season 6 and we are starting out with a review of the best summer movie season of the last ten years. From Guardians to Asteroids and the blockbuster duo made in a fever dream, that's right, we are talking Barbenheimer! Join us as we catch you up on our summer, some spoiler free reviews, and the first how could you of the season:
How could you not have fun this summer movie season?!
A little bit about us:
We are two people who fell in...2023-08-021h 34How Could You?!This is Spinal TapReady for your mind to spontaneously combust?! Not only has co-host Ryan never seen this Christopher Guest classic, but neither has first time guest and long time metal obsessive Ben Youngerman of Molten Metal Media. Join Lauren as she shames both of them, and find out can the irreverent comedy of this rock mockumentary holds up almost 40 years after its original release? Turn your volume up to 11 and get ready for an energetic show.
As mentioned on the episode, Ben Youngerman is the owner of Molten Metal Media, check out his social media, and...2023-05-301h 19How Could You?!ScreamWhat's your favorite scary movie? There's a chance it is this week's episode! Join co-hosts Ryan and Lauren Tocci as they discuss the landmark, the influential, the iconic Wes Craven's Scream. There is no denying their absolute fandom for this film, and even 27 years after its release this film is still as conversation provoking as ever. What scenes do our podcasts host love the most? What parts still chill them to their core? How many of the iconic cast have they traveled to conventions to meet? This week they are covering all that and more!
2023-05-161h 52How Could You?!MAY THE FOURTH BE WITH YOU: Duel of the FatesIt is every galactic geek's favorite holiday, International Star Wars Day, or as it is also know May the Fourth! We could think of only one way to celebrate: talk about a Star Wars movie that was never made.
In perhaps our most niche and nerdy episode of all time we are traveling to the Outer Rim to explore what could have been in the Skywalker Saga. Namely, we are looking at the Colin Trevorow proposed Episode Nine: Duel of the Fates. If you are a Star Wars fan you may know of the...2023-05-041h 31How Could You?!Record Store Day: Best Movie SoundtracksIn one of our coolest opportunities to date, we recorded live from the Compact Disc Center in Bethlehem, PA during Record Store Day - a biannual celebration of all things for the vinyl obsessed and supporting local music retailers.
Of course there was only one conversation that felt appropriate: best movie soundtracks of all time. We've set a lot of rules for ourselves. We don't cover movie musicals, films from previous episodes, and scores. Most importantly these are our SUPER subjective picks of soundtracks that we owned on vinyls, cassettes, CDs and played to death. Hopefully by the end of...2023-04-271h 14How Could You?!The Breakfast ClubYou see us as a brain, an athlete, a basket case, a princess and a criminal. And hopefully you all see us as podcasters as we bring you The Breakfast Club. There is no denying the web of influence that extends from this film. There is nary a teen comedy or drama post 1985 in American cinema that doesn't try to ascend to the comedic pithiness and emotional resonance of what Hughes captures about teenage life. In this episode we cover our favorite scenes, quotes, the characters we most relate to, the legacy of Hughes, and how we contextualize this f...2023-04-121h 25
How Could You?!Oscars 2023 Post ShowIn the wee hours of the morning after the 95th Oscars four friends who met at a movie theater and never quite left to join forces and discuss this year's Academy Awards.
Our dear friends Jess and Jesse Kalavoda join us as we break down what went right and wrong during this year's telecast. There is not better way to end this exciting Oscar season than with good friends and hot takes.
2023-03-131h 30How Could You?!Oscars 2023"It's the most movie filled time of the year..." and we are joined by a man who meets and maybe exceeds our Oscars excitment, Anthony Desanctis, Programming Manager of Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas to predict the 95th Academy Awards.
In this episode we gather to offer our picks, our snubs, and our greatest hopes for the 95th Academy Awards. We cover all four acting races, director, and best picture in our prediction show in hopes to solidify our ballots and help you with your own.
In a season that has been marked by emotional speeches fr...2023-03-061h 51How Could You?!CreedIt's our first ever SEQUEL EPISODE and we couldn’t think of a more deserving film than Creed. Journey with us as a long loved franchise gets the fresh character and innovative director treatment. Ryan Coogler finds a balance of nostalgia and new direction that should be a guide map for modern filmmakers. He signals the next generation of Hollywood legends and provides what is perhaps the best entry in the Rocky franchise. Actually we would ask: how could you not think Creed is the best Rocky film?! Want to follow all things How Could You Podcast?
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A script written in a feverish 3 1/2 days from a first time screenwriter turned sports movies on their head. Packed with heart, sensitivity and triumph in the face of loss, Rocky inspires us all to go the distance. With such a heartening story, and so many sequels, it would have to be required viewing of any film fan. It’s a Best Picture winner and has one...2023-02-091h 38How Could You?!Masters of the Universe (1987)By the power of Grayskull and birthdays we are bringing you a celebration of the beloved (and occasionally maligned) film adaptation of the toy series, Masters of the Universe. Join us on a good journey through the realms of Eternia and some town in Texas to follow He-Man in his usual battle with the villainous Skeletor. Behind the scenes, budget cuts and rushed schedules reigned supreme leading to a more earthly setting than most fans of the cartoon expected.
But 7 year old Ryan didn't care about any of that. It was all about seeing He-Man battle it o...2023-01-191h 41How Could You?!2022 Year in ReviewHow could you 2022?! How could you make us pick a favorite film from this year? Okay, the year didn't, but co-hosts Ryan and Lauren Tocci are back to discuss their top films of 2022. With a little help from The Blockbuster game they will be competing in a head to head draft style to come up with their top 5 films of the year. Will Ryan's list be dominated by horror movies? Will Lauren be indecisive? Tune in to find out the best, the worst, and the rest of 2022 in film.
Want to follow all things H...2023-01-111h 21How Could You?!Home AloneThe Godfather. Die Hard. Home Alone. What do these titles have in common? More than you would think according to co-hosts Lauren and Ryan Tocci. Join them as the ho-ho-ho their way into the holiday season with the worst American family, the McAllisters. Listen to Lauren as she tries to make heroes out of the Wet Bandits, and Ryan as he picks his favorite traps. It is an episode about 90s nostalgia and Christmas joy. No need for "how could yous?!" on this episode packed with all of the reasons that make this a holiday classic.
...2022-12-071h 44How Could You?!Wizard of Oz with Anthony DeSanctisIn a time of year that kicks off many family traditions, we explore a seemingly weird one for co-host Lauren and ask: How could you think Wizard of Oz is a Thanksgiving movie?! Lauren remembers this classic film fondly at this time of year, and tries to justify why we should all be watching it this time of year. But more importantly we are joined by the Colossus of Cinema himself, Anthony DeSanctis. He is a local film programmer with a global sense of movie, and he matches, nay exceeds our co-hosts in their exuberance for all things film...2022-11-212h 18How Could You?!Halloween (1978)You know the joy of trick or treating and getting a full size candy bar? Well consider this our full size discussion on John Carpenter's Halloween. It is the film that started a franchise and a revolution in horror that is still felt today. Anchored by Carpenter and Debra Hill's writing and enhanced by tremendous and believable performances, this is a masterclass in suspense, scores, and the terror behind the holiday. Join us on what promises to be an energetic and nostalgic look at the film that solidified the slasher: Halloween.
Want to follow all things How Could You Podcast? C...2022-10-202h 11How Could You?!Interview with Virgil Cardamone of Mahoning Drive in TheaterDown a road in Lehighton, PA you can find a marquee boasting 35 mm retro films played at a Drive In. Make the turn and you enter a world of pure cinematic imagination where a community of impassioned and energetic movie obsessives are waiting to greet you. This place is the destination for film fans: The Mahoning Drive in Theater. Join us as we talk to the Willy Wonka behind it all, Virgil Cardamone as we cover the origin story of the Mahoning, the twists and turns along the way, Kevin Smith, and of course why we love movies so...2022-10-111h 28How Could You?!Spice WorldI'll tell you what I want, what I really, really want, I wanna, wanna, wanna, wanna really talk about the madcap Spice World. In a hyperreality version of these English popstars we find Baby, Scary, Posh, Ginger and Sporty agonizing over their first live performance. Aliens touch down, Victoria Beckham drives a bus, and a dance bootcamp breakdown occurs. This movie capitalized on the Spice Girls phenomenon which begs the question to our audience, how could you not feel nostalgic about Spice World?!
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2022-09-271h 03How Could You?!Varsity Blues"Stick to the basics, stick to the basics." And stick with us as we kick off football season with the 1999 teen comedy, Varsity Blues. Set in the dusty West Canaan we join Mox, Lance, Tweeder, Billy Bob, and Wendell as they navigate the religion of football in a small Texas town and the misadventures of youth. Along the way we take a trip to the Landing Strip, learn about the physics of a whip cream bikini, and how to steal a cop car with no consequences.
What's our how "could you?!" you will have to tune in to...2022-09-141h 33How Could You?!Weekend at Bernie's"He loves us...the man absolutely loves us." And to be honest we love Bernie. Sure he's tied to the mob, and definitely tries to have two hapless employees murdered to cover up his own deceitful fraud, but you can't argue with that mustache excellence. Join us as we say farewell to summer with the best (and maybe only) Labor Day movie, Weekend at Bernie's. It is the credit of uninhibited pitch meetings that this movie gets made, and a credit to Ryan that Lauren has filled this desperate gap in her film knowledge. But did she find the...2022-08-301h 14How Could You?!GoodfellasFriday night at the Copa is for girlfriends, but every other day is for listening to podcasts about movies! Welcome to season 5 and we are starting off with a bang and a bada bing. Join us as we fill Ryan's massive mafia gap, Goodfellas. We talk everything Scorsese and 1990. We muse about Jimmy the Gent's morality, Henry's disloyalty, and Tommy's relatability. Ultimate though we ask, How could you have never seen Goodfellas?
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How Could You?!Interview with Jesse Kalavoda and Andrew MacDonald of Jarden Films“This week we are four people who met at a movie theater…” Join us for our first ever interview episode where we sit down with local filmmakers Andrew MacDonald and Jesse Kalavoda. Andrew and Jesse have a past that goes back as far as Teddy Ruxpin and runs as deep as the love they both have for telling stories. In this candid discussion of filmmaking we cover it all from the struggles of independent productions, the balance of family life, and the process of making their art from initial concept to the premiere.
A huge thank you to And...2022-06-231h 27How Could You?!Field of Dreams"Baseball, Ray." And ugly cries, Terance. In cinematic history this movie is noted for being a baseball flick, a dad movie, a family drama. It is all of that and more and we discover in that magical Iowan corn what makes this movie so special. In that tiny little piece of heaven called Iowa this special film started and has grown to become a classic. Discussing Americana, baseball, and the indomitable charm of Kevin Costner makes it easy to sit down and reminisce about Field of Dreams. And in perhaps one of more emotional episodes we ask, how could...2022-06-161h 24How Could You?!Toy Story"You’re my favorite deputy..." The year is 1995 and the world has not yet experienced computer animation in a feature length film. In walks a tale of toys come to life, a local Sheriff, and a very determined Space Ranger. Toy Story innovated, and then defined what animated family fare would be from that point forward. In this week's episode we talk about the journey to the creation of Pixar, our most loved parts of the secret lives of Andy's toys, and of course we ask: As an adult, how could you not like Pixar movies?2022-05-121h 05How Could You?!Us"You know how sometimes things line up..." like how a masterful comedian becomes a hit horror director. Jordan Peele is the subject of this week's episode, and specifically his film Us. The cultural phenomenon of Get Out cannot be denied or undersold. The movie weaves together terror, humor, and social commentary better than any films of this century. But then comes along a tale of doubles, duality, the unseen, the forgotten. Join us as we discuss the genius of Jordan Peele, the myth of the "sophomore slump", and the beautiful and ambiguous terror of Us. 2022-04-261h 23How Could You?!Top GunWe feel the need. The need for an episode dedicated to Tony Scott's Top Gun. Grab your Goose or your Iceman and join us in the cockpit for a deep dive into this 80s classic. From volleyball to the "Danger Zone" we cover it all and try not to spend the episode quoting every line. But that begs the question, what could possible be the how could you?! of this episode? You just have to wait until the end to find out. 2022-04-081h 17How Could You?!Oscars 2022: POST SHOWThe 94th Academy Awards have happened and your co-hosts Ryan and Lauren are hear to talk about this totally uneventful show. Thank goodness all parts of the ceremony went off without a hitch. Ryan and Lauren are here to breakdown who won, who should have one, the best speeches, and okay we've got to talk about the slap heard around Hollywood. Join us for these final moments of Oscars season. 2022-03-2855 minHow Could You?!Oscars 2022 Prediction ShowIt's the most wonderful time of year, and co-hosts Ryan and Lauren are hitting you with their predictions for this year's Oscars race. Does Jane Campion have the power to take the best director gold? Will CODA get the love it deserves? Will Spielberg's innovation with West Side Story cement him with this third best picture? It's a dynamic race to predict this year, but most of all our co-hosts are rooting for a good telecast. 2022-03-2259 minHow Could You?!American BeautyWe've talked often on this podcast about the year in film that was 1999 and how it may just be the best year ever. On this episode we tackle its best picture winner, Sam Mendes' American Beauty. This is a how could you for our resident Oscars geek Lauren, and let's just say both hosts have thoughts. Tackling suburban tension, corporate angst, and midlife crisis we follow the Burnham family as they navigate blowing up their nuclear family. In a first for our film loving, nostalgia seeking, movie going duo, they finally talk about a movie that they don't love...2022-03-081h 18How Could You?!AlienIt's the late 70s and space epics are reigning supreme. Hot off the baffling film Dark Start a young USC grad seeks to write a haunted house story in space which becomes the beloved, genre defining classic Alien. Directed by Ridley Scott and starring Sigourney Weaver this creature feature broke boundaries, made audiences squirm, and spawned imitators for generations after. In this season four premiere we talk effects, legacy, influences, and of course how could you not have seen Alien!? 2022-02-221h 32How Could You?!Vision QuestIn honor of Ryan's birthday we are traveling back to the 80s where the training montage reigned and the soundtracks were filled with the most inspiring of songs. Join as we visit the Thompson High School wrestling team and dreamer Louden Swain as he quests to defeat a titanic legend Brian Shute. Set in Spokane, Washington this film joins the ranks of sports and coming age stories that found such a foothold in 1980s cinema. Will Louden come out on top? Will the wrestling be accurate? Will Madonna make a special guest appearance? Listen to our episode and find...2022-01-201h 42How Could You?!2021: Year In ReviewSpiderman!! Musicals! Truffle Pigs! This year in film packed a punch from major blockbusters to heartfelt indies. Join co-hosts Lauren and Ryan as they share their favorite flicks and disastrous misses of 2021. Which films come out on top? You will have to listen to know. 2022-01-111h 22How Could You?!Scrooge?!For the holiday season we are tackling Dickens's classic tale in all its live action and animated film forms zeroing in on that most revered of characters Ebeneezer Scrooge. Listen as we break down our favorite Scrooges, the Scrooges that didn't learn the lesson, and the ones that make us feel the joy of the season. This eternal story of redemption has been made, remade, and reimagined dozens of times and we are here to crown the Scrooge and The Christmas Carol that get us right in the holiday feels. 2021-12-201h 15How Could You?!National Lampoon's Christmas VacationHow could you not love Christmas Vacation? How could this not be your favorite Christmas movie? How could you not relate to Clark Griswold? How could you not quote this movie all year long? It's a movie worthy of many How Could Yous. For many this is a staple of the holiday season, and in this episode we will explore what makes this movie such a classic. Grab a glass of eggnog, fire up the old four wheel sleigh, and get ready for iconic, the quotable, the all time family favorite: Christmas Vacation. 2021-12-061h 23How Could You?!The One with FriendsgivingPass the Chanberries and put on your Thanksgiving pants, Underdog has gotten away and we are celebrating Thanksgiving with friends. Join co-hosts Lauren and Ryan as they rank, discuss, and quote the Friends Thanksgiving episodes. 2021-11-191h 07How Could You?!Taxi DriverIt is an all time film classic. It signaled yet again the brilliant career of Scorsese. DeNiro's performance is one for the ages. So, how could you have never seen Taxi Driver? What? You talking to me? That's right this week one of our co-hosts sees this 1976 film for the first time and both break down the cinematography, the pop culture of Travis Bickle, and how this film still resonates today. 2021-11-021h 28How Could You?!Hocus PocusOh look, another glorious podcast! This time it is 1993 and on a swelteringly hot July 16th and a film about three witches and an ambitious virgin debuts to middling box office returns and harsh critic reviews. It should have been the end of the road, another failed Hollywood grab for a family friendly Halloween movie. Via the black flame candle, 90s kids, and replays on Disney and Freeform, this film gets resurrected and becomes a staple in every Halloween loving home. How does a failed children's Halloween movie become a classic staple of the season? Find out this week...2021-10-221h 13How Could You?!Almost FamousIt's all happening...
Join us for a ride on Doris as she whisks away on the Almost Famous tour of 1973 with enigmatic Russell Hammond and his band Stillwater. In this episode we take you back to year 2000 as Cameron Crowe commits to page and screen his most deeply personal, and semi-autobiographical, story to date. From the whimsical charismatic Penny Lane to the earnest and eager William Miller, there is not one character in this film, not one beat that isn't pure perfection. In this episode we question, how could you not immediately love this film? Perhaps the be...2021-10-071h 26How Could You?!The Texas Chain Saw MassacreWho will survive and what will be left of them? This is the tagline that announces the Tobe Hooper helmed 1974 film The Texas Chain Saw Massacre that prepares a new audience for a new form of terror. Made in the staggering heat of a Texas summer, this film changed the face and pace of horror forever. It is anchored in a thoughtful look at the conflicts of the 70s ranging from Vietnam to gas shortages, and there is no denying how influential Hooper's vision and allegories would be for generations to come. Often a film that is remembered as...2021-09-161h 19How Could You?!Fast Times at Ridgemont High & Dazed and ConfusedIt's our season 3 premiere and we've got a back to school double feature for you. It's our first ever versus episode, inspired by an early 2000s DVD combo pack that included both Fast Times at Ridgemont High & Dazed and Confused. One of our co-hosts favors the 80s nostalgia of malls and pirate attire, while the other likes the slow ride, take it easy vibe of the 70s. Tune in to find out who will reign supreme in this head to head battle of best characters, soundtracks, and directors. 2021-09-021h 57How Could You?!How we Spent Our Summer Vacation!It's a long way down holiday road, and our hosts Ryan and Lauren are here to tell you all about their Great American road trip. They may not have made it to Wally World, but they spent two weeks visiting filming locations for 28 classic (and not so classic) movies across the states. Join them as they recount their journey in the super BONUS sized episode of looking for treasure, having a catch, and hanging out in cemeteries. 2021-08-101h 45How Could You?!La La LandIt's summertime, and the living is easy. We may be on a break between seasons, but we couldn't resist hopping in for a special birthday episode for co-host Lauren. Ryan chose his all time favorite movie Se7en for his birthday episode, but is this Lauren's favorite movie of all time? Is the finally willing to throw down the gauntlet and declare it the winner? Or will she sweat it out and still have no answer? Join us for a special SUPER sized birthday celebration episode where we whisky you away to Hollywood and celebrate that City of Stars. 2021-07-071h 56How Could You?!The GodfatherIt's finally here. The moment we've all (or at very least Lauren) have been waiting for: the classic, the iconic, the remarkable, The Godfather. Join Ryan and Lauren in their season two finale for Francis Ford Coppola's classic tale of friendship, America, love, loss and family. Before summer in Sicily hits, settle in and listen as Ryan finally joins the family, sits down with the Don, and tells the truth about his short history with this most epic of sagas. Leave the gun, take the podcast, and help finish out this season with us in post WW2 New York...2021-06-031h 32How Could You?!The 'BurbsTake a few days off from work, skip the lake house, and join us for all the mysteries suburbia has to offer with Joe Dante's The 'Burbs. Settling their Oscars bet, join Ryan and Lauren as they take a stroll down Mayfield Place to team up with Ray, Art, and Rumsfield as they investigate the strange goings on of the Klopek family. Anchored with incredible one liners and top notch comedic performances there is not better way than to take a peak at summer than with this cult classic. 2021-05-191h 06How Could You?!Episode II: Revenge of the FifthPart two of the Star Wars appreciation show is here, and co-hosts Ryan and Lauren are picking up with the exciting and lauded - Empire Strikes Back. On this bonus day of galactic celebration listen as they bring the Skywalker Saga to its dramatic conclusion, talk all time favorites in the series, and end with a dramatic ranking of all the Star Wars films. Let the Wookie win because we are spending this episode cheering like a Tuskan raider for all things resistance, rebellion, and R2 units. 2021-05-051h 14How Could You?!Episode I: May the Fourth Be With YouGather round you scruffy nerf herders, spice runners, and rebel scum, it is time to celebrate the grandest of holidays: International Star Wars Day. Join co-hosts Ryan and Lauren as they discuss all 11 Star Wars films (Skywalker Saga and Stories) in part one of this celebration of pop culture's biggest fandom. Which of the prequels will they defend? What do the love most about Solo: A Star Wars Story? What is the best shot in A New Hope? Set your blasters to stun and listen along in this first part of a two part celebration of all things from...2021-05-041h 14How Could You?!Post Oscars Run DownWho got robbed? Who had the best acceptance speech? And how was the first live red carpet of the year? We answer all of this and more on this very raw, and honest episode breaking down the 93rd Academy Awards. Recorded right after the ceremony get our hot takes on what Oscars got right and wrong during the telecast. Also, get an update on how co-host Lauren reacted after her predicted lock did not take home Oscar gold. 2021-04-2643 minHow Could You?!Oscars 2021, a predictionIt is Oscars week and the excitement at the How Could You?! Podcast is palpable! Join our co-hosts for a spirited continuation of their discussion of the Academy Awards, this time focusing on the nominees for the 93rd ceremony. Will the stunning landscapes of Nomadland grab Best Picture? Or the more intimate story of growth and family, Minari? Will Glenn Close finally have an Oscar? And will the legendary Chadwick Boseman be honored? All this and more are discussed and predicted in this celebration of movie's most exciting night of the year: The Oscars! 2021-04-201h 26How Could You?!The Oscars, a history.In somehow our most unhinged and unapologetic episode, follow us as we talk about the Hollywood glitz and glamour that is The Oscars. We cover not only our personal histories and attachments to the awards show, but also how The Academy begins and grows from a very short ceremony to a 3 hour epic telecast. Join us we have a rollicking and critical look at Oscars past, scourging the Academy for what it got wrong, and waxing poetic about those moments that are Oscar magic. It's the best time of the year, and we can't wait to celebrate our favorite holiday...2021-04-131h 22How Could You?!CluelessCalling all the Bettys we are taking a trip down memory lane or rather above Sunset to Amy Heckerling's enchanting, quotable, 90s classic, Clueless! Whether you are in a loqued out jeep, or riding on a Marvin the Martian skateboard, it's never a bad time to revisit this movie. It's essential viewing and is not only genre defining, but perhaps decade defining in how Heckerling captures 90s culture. Is this the defining teen movie of the 90s? Is this perhaps the best Jane Austen adaptation? Did Amy Heckerling change 90s culture? We tackle this and more, but most of...2021-03-1856 minHow Could You?!Coming to AmericaFrom Zamunda to Queens travel with us as we explore 1988's Coming to America. Directed by John Landis and with knockout comedic performances, it is hard not to smile at the earnestness of Prince Akeem, the musical stylings of Randy Watson, and the eternal debate of Joe Lewis's age. It's funny. It's romantic. It's Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall in their prime. It has the dad of all dads, James Earl Jones. It begs the question, how could one of our co-hosts not have seen it?! Join Lauren and Ryan as throw down a path of rose petals and...2021-03-091h 02How Could You?!Pulp FictionCalling all you Fonzies, squares, and bad a**es, it's time to break down Pulp Fiction. In this deep dive on Tarantino's masterpiece co-hosts Lauren and Ryan explore what makes this film revolutionary, the film's revered and complicated status in Hollywood, 90s independent cinema culture, and the revitalization of Travolta's career. Not to mention why it took co-host Lauren so long to see this cornerstone of the 90s film scene. Throw on what might be the most epic soundtrack in cinematic history, and join us at Jack Rabbit Slim's, we'll be in Jayne Mansfield's section. 2021-02-161h 11How Could You?!Super Bowl Film ShuffleWhether you are hyped up for the gridiron or the halftime, join co-hosts Ryan and Lauren as they prepare for the Super Bowl the only way they know how: talking about their top five football movies of all time. From inspirational locker room speeches to epic montages to heartbreak in the heartland, there is nothing quite like the emotional rollercoaster of a sports movie. Whether it is Remember the Titans or Friday Night Lights listen as our hosts run up the score and dance in the end zone as they get ready for Super Bowl Sunday. 2021-02-0558 minHow Could You?!Se7enAnd we're back! After a long winter's nap co-hosts Ryan and Lauren Tocci are starting off season two with a different kind of "how could you?!" Take a trip with them back to the mid-90s, a time of grunge, a time of saccharine sitcoms, and a time for David Fincher's moodiest and broodiest movie, Se7en. 2021-01-191h 12How Could You?!How Could You 2020?!In this season finale end of the year podcast, listen to co-hosts Lauren and Ryan Tocci breakdown the year in film. Join as they give their highs and lows of 2020 cinema and their hopes for 2021. A mixture of reflection, thanks, let's end this year with a bang with this super sized farewell to 2020 episode! 2020-12-311h 19
How Could You?!How Could you Santa?!Jolly Old Saint Nick. The Man with the Bag. Kris Kringle. Whatever you call him the world of cinema has many depictions of the head elf at the North Pole. Join co-hosts Lauren and Ryan Tocci as they break down their top five favorite Santas, with a dash of honorable mentions, and a sprinkle of some dishonorable ones too. 2020-12-1559 min
How Could You?!Alternative Christmas'Tis the season for our seasonal favorite tradition, watching holiday movies! Want some monsters in your nog? Or a little hostage subterfuge with your ho-ho-ho? How about some expertly crafted holiday scenes in otherwise non-holiday movies? Then you have come to the right episode! Join co-hosts Lauren and Ryan Tocci as they offer some alternative titles you might not have thought of for your holiday themed watching. It's a rapid fire mistletoe affair as we dive into alternative holiday fare like Gremlins, Die Hard, and Anna versus the Apocalypse. 2020-12-0159 minHow Could You?!Planes, Trains, and AutomobilesGet ready to do the "Mess Around" with co-hosts Lauren and Ryan as they take the scenic route with Thanksgiving classic, Planes, Trains and Automobiles. Join them as they celebrate the tender giant comedic genius of John Candy, the all too relatable Steve Martin freaks outs, and the rarity of Thanksgiving themed films. 2020-11-1752 minHow Could You?!Pee Wee's Big AdventureWe are back with our normally scheduled programming with the very abnormal and lovable Pee Wee Herman. Join co-hosts Ryan and Lauren Tocci as they take a dive into Burton's feature length debut, the genius of Paul Reubens, and the wonder of the titular character's homestead. Relax, escape a little, and tell them large Marge sent you. 2020-11-0359 min
How Could You?!Halloween Q&A SpecialJoin co-hosts Ryan and Lauren Tocci as they answer your questions (and some of their own) about this most festive of spooky seasons. For trick or treat are you outfitted with a bucket, bag, or sack? Are tootsie rolls a Halloween trick or treat? And which is the best horror movie of all time? Listen as they answer these questions and more in celebration of Halloween. 2020-10-271h 08
How Could You?!The Nightmare Before ChristmasWhat's This?! Join Ryan and Lauren in their first ever How Could You debate show as they have a holiday throwdown of when to watch The Nightmare Before Christmas. Are you a citizen of Halloweentown? Or do you come from Christmasland? From whatever holiday home you hail enjoy our discussion of this Tim Burton creation.2020-10-2059 minHow Could You?!Friday the 13thIt's spooky season ya'll! Join us as we talk Halloween costumes, a shared love of horror, finals girls, and a dash of Mrs. Voorhees sprinkled in. We travel back to 1958 then warp to 1980 to join the kids of Camp Crystal Lake in a singalong and a round of Monopoly as we find out how horror aficionado Ryan missed this classic slasher OG. 2020-10-061h 06How Could You?!Point BreakRyan and Lauren say "vaya con dios" to summer with surf classic Point Break. Listen as one claims its greatness in the film canon and one comes up with the best possible reimagining for a remake. 2020-09-221h 02How Could You?!Raiders of the Lost ArkEpisode II and Lauren gets to exact her revenge on a gap in Ryan's knowledge and celebrate the wonder of Spielberg, the iconic Marion Ravenwood, and the indomitable Sallah. Oh yes, and they talk about Indy too. 2020-09-081h 05
How Could You?!The GooniesIn this first episode co-hosts Ryan and Lauren Tocci talk origin story, their film IQ, but most of all answer "How could you not have seen The Goonies?" 2020-08-251h 00