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The Punching Up Movie PodcastEpisode 28-The GooniesPunching Up-Episode 28-The Goonies
A first for the punching up team.
Damian and Adam have somehow acquired a special guest, Matthew Chernov, the estimable LA film journalist, screenwriter and presenter of the magnificent How The West Was Cast podcast.
Matthew is an enormous fan of The Goonies, that beloved 1985 family friendly (if you discount that bit where the federal agent gets murdered and his corpse is locked in a freezer with a child, as well as the ceramic penis joke) Spielberg produced adventure movie.
It’s fair to say that Damian is not fan. An...
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How the West Was 'CastBONUS EPISODE! The Lone Pine Film FestivalHere’s a question for you: What do the beloved Westerns The Ox-Bow Incident, 3 Godfathers, Ride Lonesome, The Gunfighter, Nevada Smith and How the West Was Won all have in common? The answer is they were all filmed in the breathtaking hills of Lone Pine, California! On this special bonus episode, we speak with Steve Latshaw, Director of the Museum of Western Film History, about the exciting 35th Annual Lone Pine Film Festival. Packed with rare screenings, celebrity guests, fascinating presentations and exclusive location tours, this four-day celebration honors Lone Pine’s remarkable on-screen legacy and its deep...
2025-09-0241 min
The Dangerous Art of the DocumentaryMstyslav Chernov (2000 Meters to Adriivka | PBS)Oscar-winning director Mstyslav Chernov’s follow-up to “20 Days in Mariupol” is another masterful portrait of the war in Ukraine, titled “2000 Meters to Andriivka.” This film captures a Ukrainian platoon's mission: traverse a heavily fortified mile of forest to liberate a strategic village from Russian forces. Mstyslav shares with Tiller his experience capturing the harrowing search for humanity through the lens in a war zone (2:00), removing his bias as a Ukrainian so the film doesn’t feel like propaganda (13:00), crafting the score with his composer (20:00), editing the rhythm of battlefield scenes like a musical album (29:00), and how he remains centered while making...
2025-08-0141 minHow the West Was 'CastThe Thicket (2024) - with Director Elliott LesterAre you brave enough to venture into the harrowing world of The Thicket? Join us for an in-depth conversation with visionary director Elliott Lester, the man behind the mayhem! In this gripping episode, Andrew Patrick Nelson sits down with Lester to discuss the making of what many consider the best theatrical Western of 2024. Currently topping the movie rental charts on streaming platforms like Amazon Prime, YouTube, Apple TV+, Tubi, and more, The Thicket is a bold and brutal winter Western that's perfect for fans of cinematic intensity.
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First Time GoNathaniel LezraHappy 2nd anniversary to the pod, and I can’t think of a more vital filmmaker for our time and for this episode than Nathaniel Lezra. His film ROADS OF FIRE (2025), winner of the Best Feature Documentary at the 2025 @officialSBIFF interweaves the lives of a human smuggler navigating the treacherous Darién Gap (the only land bridge between North and South America), an asylum seeker rebuilding her life in New York City, and volunteers working on the frontlines of a growing humanitarian emergency.It found distribution from @NewMountainFilms with a theatrical release in September 2025, with event screenings in markets...
2025-07-0431 minHow the West Was 'CastThe Westerns of Clint Eastwood - with 'Clint' Biographer Shawn LevyA towering figure in the history of the Western, Clint Eastwood redefined the image of the lone hero with his portrayal of the flint-eyed, morally ambiguous gunslinger in Sergio Leone's influential “Dollars Trilogy.” Later, as a director, he fused the stylized detachment of the Italian subgenre with the classic structure of the Hollywood Western — and created a series of unforgettable films that deconstructed the myths of the Old West and earned critical acclaim, including the Academy Award for Best Picture. On this very special episode, bestselling author Shawn Levy joins us to discuss his brand new biography, Clint: The Man an...
2025-07-011h 58How the West Was 'CastThe Searchers (1956) - with Author Glenn FrankelYou asked for it, so we’ve delivered! Since the launch of this podcast, John Ford’s masterpiece The Searchers has been our most frequently requested film by far. In this highly anticipated episode, we have a fascinating conversation about it that you won’t want to miss. Joining us to discuss Ford’s influential Western is author and Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Glenn Frankel, whose bestselling book The Searchers: The Making of an American Legend belongs on the shelf of every serious Western movie fan. So saddle up and hit the trail with us as we explore one of the grea...
2025-02-141h 19
Troglodyte Horror and Cult Film ReviewGodzilla Raids Again (1955)First episode of the new year, and we start off with returning guest host, Rudy. He comes to the studio to discuss our favorite monster of cinema, Godzilla. We talk about the second film to feature Godzilla in Godzilla Raids Again. For this episode I got receipts because we try to defend this from the critics who had not been kind to this film. Variety Mar 28, 2024 10:44am PT https://variety.com/lists/godzilla-movies-ranked/all-monsters-attack-1969/ All Godzilla Movies Ranked By Matthew Chernov This list didn't include the NetFlix Animated Movies
2025-01-1346 min
MUSIC OF BOND: A James Bond Podcast“Spooky Bond - Happy Halloween” w/Matthew ChernovPodcasting legend and entertainment writer of Variety and Netflix extraordinaire Matthew Chernov joins the show to share his favorite "Spooky Bond" tracks just in time for Halloween. From Bond to Blacula...this episode has all the tricks and all the treats.
2024-10-272h 29How the West Was 'CastRide the High Country (1962) - with Author Robert NottOn this trailblazing episode, reporter and historian Robert Nott drops by to discuss Sam Peckinpah's Ride the High Country. Robert is the author of several acclaimed books on Western film history, including The Films of Randolph Scott, Last of the Cowboy Heroes, The Films of Budd Boetticher, and Goin' Crazy with Sam Peckinpah and All Our Friends. His latest book is titled Ride the High Country, and it's the first book to focus exclusively on Peckinpah's poignant 1962 classic. Robert Nott's book, Ride the High Country, is published by the University of New Mexico Press, and is part o...
2024-10-091h 01How the West Was 'CastHorizon: An American Saga - Chapter 1 (2024)On this super-size episode, Matt and Andrew discuss the biggest Western movie event in recent memory. Is Kevin Costner’s Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1 a bold and breathtaking vision of the Old West or a television miniseries masquerading as a feature film? Our hosts debate the issue, covering everything from key scenes and performances to John Debney’s score to the critical and commercial reaction to the movie. And in a special bonus segment at the end of the episode, returning guest Travis Eller drops by to share his thoughts on the film’s impressive Western hats. He...
2024-08-161h 57How the West Was 'CastWestern Movie Books – with Authors Henry C. Parke and Cory EverettRead any good Western movie books lately? On this page-turning episode, we’re highlighting some of our favorite books about the Western genre. From biographies and coffee table books to scholarly studies and acclaimed film guides, you’ll find plenty of reading recommendations here that will deepen your love of Westerns. And joining us to talk about their own recent Western film books are two authors you’ll definitely enjoying meeting. First, Andrew interviews Henry C. Parke about his new book The Greatest Westerns Ever Made and the People Who Made Them. After that, Matthew chats with Cory Everett about...
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A Podcast?!32 - 2024 Oscars React : I'm Just KenTheresa and Mitchell react to the 96th Academy Awards/ 96th Oscars/ 2024 Oscars. They stayed up past their bedtime to weigh in on the highly anticipated award show.
Ryan Gosling stole the night with his outstanding performance of I'm Just Ken.
Oppenheimer, Killers of the Flower Moon, Anatomy Of a Fall, Maestro, Past Lives, American Fiction, Zone of Interest, The Holdovers, Poor Things, Barbie
Emma Stone, Lily Gladstone, Sandra Hüller, Annette Bening, Carey Mulligan
Emily Blunt, Danielle Brooks, America Ferrara, Jodie Foster, Da'Vine Joy Randolph
Bradley Cooper, Colman Domingo, Paul Giamatti, Cillian Murphy, Jeffrey Wright
Sterling K. Brown, Robert De N...
2024-03-1154 minHow the West Was 'CastHorizon: An American Saga (2024) – Trailer ReactionThe official trailer for Kevin Costner’s Horizon: An American Saga was just released, and Matthew Chernov and Andrew Patrick Nelson are sharing their first reactions to it in this special episode! What clues to the film’s story and characters are hidden within this 3-minute trailer? What tone is Costner going for this time around, and how will his wildly ambitious cinematic epic fit into his already impressive Western filmography? There’s a lot here to chew on, so join Matt and Andrew as they break down the images, themes, dialogue, atmosphere and emotion on display in the brand...
2024-02-2852 minHow the West Was 'CastA "Secret" Announcement from How the West Was 'Cast!Want to hear a secret episode of How the West Was ‘Cast? We’ve recorded a new hourlong show that won’t be published online. But we’ll gladly send you the secret episode in exchange for reviewing our show on the Apple Podcast platform, or the Audible platform, or whatever platform you use. Simply review our podcast somewhere, take a screenshot of your review and email it to us, or just email us a message letting us know you reviewed the show, and we’ll send you an exclusive link to the secret episode. You can re...
2023-12-2606 minHow the West Was 'CastWarner Brothers and Westerns - with Author Chris YogerstThis year marks the centennial anniversary of Warner Brothers, the legendary Hollywood studio founded by Harry, Albert, Sam, and Jack Warner. To commemorate the occasion, we're joined by author Chris Yogerst, whose latest book - The Warner Brothers - was recently published by the University Press of Kentucky. On this fascinating episode, Chris and Andrew Patrick Nelson discuss the history of the Western film genre at Warner Brothers, and they look at several of the most memorable and important movies the studio released.To purchase a copy of Chris's new book, The Warner Brothers, in hardcover, audio...
2023-11-0150 minHow the West Was 'CastRevenge of the Horror WesternsIt’s the Halloween season, so we’re returning to the terrifying topic of horror Westerns! Join us as we discuss, dissect, and dismember six of the scariest, eeriest, and just plain weirdest Westerns ever made. From a moody 1959 vampire film to an occult oddity released in the '70s to a would-be Hollywood blockbuster from 2010, these macabre movies are guaranteed to send shivers down your spine. And as a blood-curdling bonus, we’ve got a special interview with author and editor Patrick R. McDonough at the very end of the show. Don’t miss our creepy conversa...
2023-10-051h 32How the West Was 'CastBONUS EPISODE! Into the Wild Frontier - with Showrunner Paul EpsteinOn this special bonus episode, we take a look at the factual Western drama series Into the Wild Frontier, which is entering its fourth season on the INSP network. Our very own Andrew Patrick Nelson has appeared numerous times on the series, providing info and commentary about the legendary figures and historic events covered on the show. Joining us on podcast to discuss the series is Emmy-nominated filmmaker Paul Epstein, the executive producer and showrunner on Into the Wild Frontier. Don’t miss this engaging conversation between Andrew and Paul, who talk about a wide range of topics related to...
2023-08-1438 minHow the West Was 'CastLittle Big Man (1970)1970 was an important year for Indian-themed Westerns, with A Man Called Horse and Soldier Blue both released within months of each other. But by far the most popular Indian Western of that year was Arthur Penn’s Oscar-nominated Little Big Man. On this episode, Andrew Patrick Nelson discusses the film’s public reception, its Vietnam war symbolism, the acclaimed performance of supporting actor Chief Dan George, and many other issues surrounding the Dustin Hoffman classic. The episode also features a special bonus interview with documentarian Alex Sherratt, who co-directed The Real Wild West, a new 4-part docuseries available exclusively on t...
2023-08-101h 18How the West Was 'CastOverlooked Westerns of the 1990sReturn with us now to the decade that gave the world Zima®, Beanie Babies, and the Macarena. That's right, we're traveling back to the 1990s for a discussion about six overlooked Westerns that deserve more attention! You won't find iconic '90s classics like Dances with Wolves, Unforgiven, orTombstone on this particular show. Instead, we're focusing on '90s Westerns that have been either ignored, forgotten, or underappreciated for far too long. So toss a burger on your George Foreman Grill®, lace up your inline skates, and download this special flashback episode of How the West Was 'Cast!
2023-06-011h 04How the West Was 'CastRide Lonesome (1959) - with Writer & Producer Kirk EllisWritten by Burt Kennedy and directed by Budd Boetticher, the intense 1959 Western Ride Lonesome stars legendary actor Randolph Scott as a bounty hunter traveling across a desolate landscape on a secret quest for vengeance. Join us for a fascinating conversation with two-time Emmy-winning screenwriter and producer Kirk Ellis, whose new book - titled Ride Lonesome - offers uniquely personal insights about one of the most popular Westerns of the '50s.Kirk Ellis's book, Ride Lonesome, is published by the University of New Mexico Press, and is part of the Reel West series, edited by Andrew Patrick...
2023-03-101h 07How the West Was 'CastBlood on the Moon (1948) - with Film Scholar Alan K. RodeThe gripping story of a down-and-out cowhand who becomes ensnared in a complex scheme to dupe a local rancher out of a fortune, the moody 1948 film Blood on the Moon combines the mythic milieu of the Hollywood Western with the dark psychological themes of a classic noir. On this engaging episode, Andrew Patrick Nelson chats with acclaimed author, biographer and film noir expert Alan K. Rode, whose latest book – titled Blood on the Moon – offers a fascinating analysis of this influential Western. Alan K. Rode’s book, Blood on the Moon, is published by the University of New Mex...
2023-02-2855 minHow the West Was 'CastA Tribute to Western Movie Hats - with Actor & Hatmaker Travis EllerHold on to your hats, folks! On this episode, we're taking an in-depth look at some of the greatest Western movie hats of all time. You'll hear about iconic hats worn by John Wayne, Clint Eastwood, Burt Lancaster, Kevin Costner, Robert Duvall, Lee Marvin, and many more of your favorite stars. Joining us to talk about Western hats is actor Travis Eller, who owns and operates Ugly Outlaw Hats, a custom hat shop that specializes in creating authentic Western-style hats. Visit Ugly Outlaw Hats to browse their collection, and contact Travis directly to order your very own...
2022-12-071h 36How the West Was 'CastWestern Film Scores - with Musician Mark SwanThink about your favorite Western and chances are you can practically hear the rousing theme music playing in your head. On this melodious new episode, musician Mark Swan, from the band Natalie Pryce, joins us to discuss six Western film scores that we highly recommend. It’s an entertaining look at classic movie music from the 1950s, ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘90s. We also chat about Mark’s amazing new album, Frontera USA, which is the soundtrack to an imaginary Spaghetti Western! So get ready to hum along with some of the greatest Western film scores ever composed.To purchas...
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PVD HorrorAn Attempt at a Found Footage Discussion featuring the return of Matthew ChernovSend us a textScreenwriter, journalist, and friend of the crew Matthew Chernov returns back to squash some serious beef he found himself in recently about what constitutes a found footage film. Before we delve into this debate we cover some of our upcoming events and recent films we caught, discussing films such as Smile, They/Them, and more. Follow us on Social Media: @pvdhorror Instagram, X, TikTok, FacebookWatch us on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@pvdhorrorSpecial thanks to John Brennan for the intro and outro music. Be s...
2022-09-211h 08How the West Was 'CastAnimated Westerns - with 'Fievel Goes West' Director Phil NibbelinkOn this supersized episode, we’re discussing animated Westerns! From the charming 1956 Disney short A Cowboy Needs a Horse to the dazzling 2011 Oscar-winner Rango, you'll hear about many of the most beloved animated Westerns of all time. And joining us to talk about his own amazing contribution to the genre is acclaimed animator and director Phil Nibbelink, whose 1991 classic An American Tail: Fievel Goes West remains one of the most popular movies of its kind. It’s an "animated" conversation you won’t want to miss!
2022-07-251h 29How the West Was 'CastBONUS EPISODE! The Pioneertown International Film FestivalLater this month, the Pioneertown International Film Festival makes its debut in California’s High Desert region, kicking off three days of classic Westerns, world premieres, documentaries, shorts, concerts and live workshops. On this special bonus episode, we chat with Julian Pinder, the co-founder of the festival, and Todd Luoto, the festival’s head programmer, to find out more about the exciting Western-themed events they’re planning!For tickets to the festival, or for info about the screening schedule, visit their website. This special bonus episode is brought to you in part by Outlaw Soaps. Visit t...
2022-05-1241 minHow the West Was 'CastHigh Noon (1952) – with Film Historian Austin FisherThis year marks the 70th anniversary of High Noon. To celebrate that auspicious occasion, we’ve invited award-winning author, professor and cultural historian Austin Fisher on the show to talk about the film’s reputation as the quintessential Cold War-era Western. Is High Noon really an allegory for the Hollywood blacklist and the anti-communist investigations of the 1940s and ‘50s? Or has that popular reading been overstated to a large degree? We discuss that topic, and much more, on this provocative new episode.Also, stay tuned until the very end of the show for a lively chat with t...
2022-05-061h 14How the West Was 'CastHeaven's Gate (1980) - with 'Cimino' Biographer Charles EltonMore than 40 years after its initial release, Michael Cimino's ambitious Western epic Heaven's Gate remains one of the most divisive films of all time. Some still see it as a colossal failure in every way, while others (like our very own Matthew Chernov) regard it as an astonishing work of art. On this special episode, we speak with author Charles Elton about his new book Cimino: The Deer Hunter, Heaven's Gate, and the Price of a Vision. Join us for a revealing interview about the controversial Oscar-winning director whose full life story has been shrouded in mystery... until now.
2022-04-071h 04How the West Was 'CastRevenge Westerns - with Novelist Tony HealeyIf it's true that revenge is a dish best served cold, then this episode of How the West Was Cast is damn near frozen! Join us as we welcome author Tony Healey for a look at some of our favorite revenge-themed Westerns. You'll hear about films like Valdez is Coming, Hannie Caulder, Open Range, and many more. We also discuss Tony's recent novels in the popular Ralph Compton Western series. So put on your headphones and prepare for retribution! For further study on the subject of this episode, here are links to three books that Andrew Patrick...
2022-01-121h 04
PVD HorrorScreenwriter Matthew Chernov Interview (Shark Swarm, Hard Ride to Hell)Send us a textOn this episode we had the pleasure of chatting with screenwriter and journalist Matthew Chernov. Matthew is yet another Rhode Island native who is an absolute horror fanatic. We were able to talk to him about his some of his local horror roots as well as his experience as a screenwriter and what it's been like to see his works adapted to film. As a journalist, Matthew has written a number of horror-based top-10 lists which was fun to delve into, even though PVD Horror was not part of his top horror podcasts...
2021-12-041h 08
True Stories Of TinseltownI Talk To Fabulous Christina Lane, We talk A Bit About Her Book Phantom Lady, And I AskChristina One Of The Most Tough Questions About Noirvember and Betty Shaefer..Christina was such a great guest. I wanted to ask her a few more questions about her book Phantom Lady:Hollywood Producer..The Forgotten Woman Behind Hitchcock. Its a wonderful book and lots of juicy tidbits.
Christina was a good sport, we talked some good girls of Noir, first up Ella Raines, next Betty Shaefer. The million dollar question I asked Christina was did she think Betty would go back to the sweet and actually non stiff, just the facts ma'am, Artie Greene. See what her answer is. We talked before we started and chose a couple e...
2021-11-2758 minHow the West Was 'CastMen of the West: Ford, Wayne, Leone, EastwoodIf there's a quaternity of artists whose work in the Western genre continues to attract legions of fans and inspire generations of filmmakers, it's most certainly John Ford, John Wayne, Sergio Leone, and Clint Eastwood. On this episode, co-host Andrew Patrick Nelson discusses the profound impact these four giants had on the genre, and reveals that many of the popular notions we have about them may not paint the full picture. It's a fascinating lecture that was originally delivered at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts in November of 2017, and has been revised and rerecorded for this episode.
2021-10-2852 minHow the West Was 'CastThe Hateful Eight (2015) - with Costume Designer Courtney HoffmanJoin us for a frank and funny conversation with filmmaker Courtney Hoffman, who discusses the dazzling costumes she designed for Jared Moshe's DEAD MAN'S BURDEN and Quentin Tarantino's THE HATEFUL EIGHT. We also talk about THE GOOD TIME GIRLS, an acclaimed short Western starring Laura Dern and Garret Dillahunt that Courtney both wrote and directed. It's a lively interview with one of the genre's brightest new stars.THE GOOD TIME GIRLS is currently available to watch on YouTube and at Courtney's website - courtneyhoffmandirects.com.
2021-08-251h 04How the West Was 'CastCowboys & Indians Magazine: The 100 Best Westerns Ever Made - with Film Critic Joe LeydonJoin us for a conversation with esteemed film critic Joe Leydon about the new "100 Greatest Western Movies" list he compiled for Cowboys & Indians Magazine. During the episode, Joe reveals why certain films ranked high, while others - like "McCabe and Mrs. Miller," for example - don't appear at all. It's a lively discussion with one of the foremost authorities on the Western film genre.
2021-07-161h 09How the West Was 'CastThe Comedy Western Roundup!On this side-splitting episode, co-hosts Andrew Patrick Nelson and Matthew Chernov look at six comedy Westerns made between 1925 and 1998. From a silent classic about the friendship between a man and a cow to the final film of a Saturday Night Live legend, this rollicking roundup of titles is guaranteed to tickle your funny bone. It's the only podcast you'll ever hear that spends as much time talking about drag queen Divine as it does discussing John Wayne.
2021-06-141h 04
James Bond Radio: 007 News, Reviews & Interviews!#207: Oliver Buckton on Ian Fleming - The World Is Not EnoughThis week we have some Ian Fleming action in store for you, courtesy of our LA correspondent Matthew Chernov. A major new Fleming biography titled The World is Not Enough has just been published in hardcover by Rowman & Littlefield, and Matt conducted an exclusive interview with the book’s author, Oliver Buckton. Join us for an in-depth and fast moving discussion that covers Fleming’s greatest strengths as a writer, his relationship to the women in his life, popular misconceptions about him, the portrayal of race and racial issues in his Bond novels, the history of the Ve...
2021-06-111h 10
James Bond Radio – James Bond Radio | The Podcast For 007 FansOliver Buckton on Ian Fleming: The World Is Not Enough | Podcast #207
This week we have some Ian Fleming action in store for you, courtesy of our LA correspondent Matthew Chernov. A major new Fleming biography titled The World is Not Enough has just been published in hardcover by Rowman & Littlefield, and Matt conducted an exclusive interview with the book’s author, Oliver Buckton.Join us for an in-depth and fast moving discussion that covers Fleming’s greatest strengths as a writer, his relationship to the women in his life, popular misconceptions about him, the portrayal of race and racial issues in his Bond novels, the history of the Vesper ma...
2021-06-1100 minJames Bond Radio | The Podcast For 007 FansOliver Buckton on Ian Fleming: The World Is Not Enough | Podcast #207
This week we have some Ian Fleming action in store for you, courtesy of our LA correspondent Matthew Chernov. A major new Fleming biography titled The World is Not Enough has just been published in hardcover by Rowman & Littlefield, and Matt conducted an exclusive interview with the book’s author, Oliver Buckton.Join us for an in-depth and fast moving discussion that covers Fleming’s greatest strengths as a writer, his relationship to the women in his life, popular misconceptions about him, the portrayal of race and racial issues in his Bond novels, the history of the Vesper ma...
2021-06-1100 minHow the West Was 'CastThe Ballad of Little Jo (1993) - with Filmmaker Maggie GreenwaldJoin us for an interview with award-winning writer-director Maggie Greenwald, whose superb movie "The Ballad of Little Jo" is one of the best Westerns of the '90s. We discuss Maggie's love of the genre, her early work as an indie filmmaker, and we get the inside story about the making of her acclaimed Western. It's a conversation you won't want to miss!
2021-04-121h 10How the West Was 'CastJesse James On ScreenFilm historian Andrew Patrick Nelson provides an illuminating look at the cinematic representation of Jesse James by examining six of the most successful and best-known Westerns about the legendary outlaw. From Henry King's 1939 classic "Jesse James" to Andrew Dominik's Oscar-nominated drama "The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford" from 2007, Nelson reveals the complex role that media played in shaping James' public persona.
2021-03-2747 min
The Best Pandemic Ever PodcastThere’s No Bizness Like Show Bizness...A Walk Down Hollywood Boulevard with Matt ChernovOn this episode of the podcast, top ten lists you’d never imagine, an agreement that Jared is no Neil Diamond, and exploring the vast sea of opportunity in the ever-growing field of assassins-for-hire. All this plus insights and observations about the impact of COVID on the creative process, the final word on the best western movie ever, and possibly the most endearing story of Sir Roger Moore you’ll ever hear...all from the brilliant and prolific mind our guest Matt Chernov.ABOUT MATT CHERNOVMatthew Chernov is a screenwriter, journalist, and podcaster base...
2021-02-261h 33How the West Was 'CastVera Cruz (1954) - with Outlaw Songstress Sarah VistaOn this episode, we're heading south of the border to discuss the influential 1954 classic "Vera Cruz." Joining us on the show is award-winning recording artist Sarah Vista, whose brand new album - Songs From the Silver Screen - is already a Western fan favorite. In addition to sharing her thoughts on the film, the incomparable Ms. Vista gives us an inside look at her latest release. It's a conversation you can't afford to miss!
2021-02-261h 03How the West Was 'CastHondo (1953)John Wayne's beloved 1953 classic HONDO is arguably the greatest Western the actor made that *wasn't* directed by either John Ford or Howard Hawks. Join co-hosts Andrew Patrick Nelson and Matthew Chernov as they discuss a film that's part frontier adventure, part romantic love story, and part 3D extravaganza. If you're a fan of the Duke, you won't want to miss this super-sized episode!
2021-01-281h 29How the West Was 'CastThe Best Saloon Girls, Bartenders and Bar FightsThirsty for a new episode? Then pour yourself a shot of whiskey and join Andrew Patrick Nelson and Matthew Chernov as they discuss their favorite saloon girls, bartenders, and bar fights. From the outrageously brutal barroom slugfest in John Wayne’s 1942 classic “The Spoilers” to Marilyn Monroe’s sultry performance as a saloon singer in the 1954 adventure “River of No Return,” we explore some of the greatest bar scenes in movie history. And as an added bonus, we've got a surprise interview at the very end of the show that you won't want to miss.
2020-11-291h 09How the West Was 'CastThe Top Horror WesternsIn celebration of the Halloween season, join Andrew Patrick Nelson and Matthew Chernov as they take a terrifying look at some of the weirdest, wildest, and just plain scariest Horror Westerns of the past six decades. From a zero-budget quickie released in 1958 to an obscure TV movie broadcast in 1971 to a fiendish anthology film made in 1990, these six Westerns are guaranteed to give you a nightmare or two. Listen at your own risk!
2020-10-281h 00How the West Was 'CastThe Legend of the Lone Ranger (1981)Hi-Yo, Silver! Join us as we discuss the 1981 box office flop "The Legend of the Lone Ranger." Is it the cinematic atrocity that critics claimed it was when it first premiered, or could there be more to this soft-focus homage to Hollywood's B-Westerns than was originally thought? Co-hosts Andrew Patrick Nelson and Matthew Chernov analyze everything from the film's magnificent score, to its spectacular stunt work, to its lackluster poster, to its controversial lead performance, plus so much more. If you're a fan of the Masked Rider of the Plains, you won't want to miss this episode!
2020-09-231h 18How the West Was 'CastThe Ballad of Lefty Brown (2017) - with Filmmaker Jared MosheAn interview with acclaimed writer/director Jared Moshe about his two dynamic Westerns, "Dead Man's Burden" and "The Ballad of Lefty Brown." Among the many topics covered, Jared discusses his introduction to the Western genre, why he decided to shoot in Montana on 35mm, and what it was like to work with Bill Pullman, Peter Fonda, and Kathy Baker on his latest movie. He also provides a tantalizing hint about a potential third Western that he's hoping to write and direct in the future. Don't miss this episode!
2020-08-191h 04How the West Was 'CastWestern Movies Today: History, Criticism, ProductionOn this bonus episode, Andrew Patrick Nelson delivers a lecture on the ways in which the makers of recent Westerns like MEEK'S CUTOFF (2010) and HOSTILES (2017) discuss their work in relation to classics like WAGON MASTER (1950) and THE SEARCHERS (1956). How their understanding of the genre influences the movies they make, and what it means for our understanding of the Western's rich history, are just two of the intriguing topics covered in this exploration of the current state of the Western movie.
2020-07-2246 minHow the West Was 'CastThe Top Westerns of Rock HudsonJoin Andrew Patrick Nelson and Matthew Chernov as they discuss the six greatest Western films of Hollywood legend Rock Hudson. From the 1952 classic "Bend of the River" to the unjustly forgotten "Showdown" from 1973, this episode chronicles Hudson's surprising success in a genre that he's not typically associated with.
2020-07-081h 06How the West Was 'CastLone Wolf McQuade (1983) - with Director Steve CarverAn interview with director Steve Carver about making the modern-day Western "Lone Wolf McQuade," and about his spectacular new book "Western Portraits: the Unsung Heroes & Villains of the Silver Screen." Steve fills us in on what it was like to shoot that Chuck Norris action classic, and he discusses working with more than 80 legendary Western character actors that he photographed for his book. Don't miss this in-depth conversation!
2020-05-2156 minHow the West Was 'CastThe Gunfighter (1950)A provocative discussion about Henry King's Oscar-nominated classic "The Gunfighter," starring Gregory Peck as a retired gunslinger whose notorious reputation follows him everywhere. Why isn't this masterful psychological Western at the top of every fan's list of favorite oaters? Co-hosts Matthew Chernov and Andrew Patrick Nelson tackle the question.
2020-04-3051 minHow the West Was 'CastReevaluating the Hollywood Westerns of the 1970sAn insightful interview with film historian Andrew Patrick Nelson about his book, "Still in the Saddle: The Hollywood Western, 1969 - 1980." Demonstrating that there was far more to the 1970s Westerns than mere revisionism, Nelson provides a challenging new history of the genre's most controversial period.
2020-04-3045 minHow the West Was 'CastJohn Ford and the Invention of the Classic WesternFilm historian Andrew Patrick Nelson provides a new interpretation of the celebrated Westerns of John Ford, including fresh insights into masterpieces like "Stagecoach," "The Searchers," and "The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance."
2020-04-3046 minHow the West Was 'CastWyatt Earp (1994)Co-hosts Matthew Chernov and Andrew Patrick Nelson offer a spirited debate on the merits of Lawrence Kasdan's 1994 biopic about the legendary lawman of Tombstone, Arizona. Matt loves the film, but Andrew considers it "lumbering." Will they see eye to eye by the end of the episode, or can their argument only be settled with a duel at dawn?
2020-04-3045 minHow the West Was 'CastThe Top Westerns of Kirk DouglasOn February 5, 2020, Hollywood lost Kirk Douglas, one of the last remaining movie stars from its golden era. On this special episode, Matthew Chernov and Andrew Patrick Nelson each choose their three favorite Kirk Douglas Westerns, and discuss why this cinematic legend was such a natural fit for the genre.
2020-04-3050 minJames Bond Radio: 007 News, Reviews & Interviews!#171: Robert Davi Talks Licence To Kill, 007, Frank Sinatra & More!James Bond Radio is back with one of the most memorable Bond villains ever. That’s right, we're talking Licence To Kill with Robert Davi. We hear him go deep on his time preparing for the role of Franz Sanchez. We hear about his nights on the town with Timothy Dalton, how Frank Sinatra himself put in a good word for him with Cubby, and much more. Don't miss this week's episode of James Bond Radio. Robert regularly tours with his tribute to the songs of Frank Sinatra and the American Songbook. Dates ar...
2019-12-201h 19The Music of Bond – James Bond Radio | The Podcast For 007 FansThe Big JBR 5th Anniversary Extravaganza (Part 3) | The Music of Bond #019To celebrate the third instalment of this year’s anniversary episodes, John Williams is joined by 3 intrepid listeners to talk the music of Bond. We’re joined by – Andrew Cook (Sheffield, UK), Matthew Chernov (Los Angeles, USA) and Paul Jamieson (Melbourne, Australia).
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2019-02-2200 minThe Music of Bond – James Bond Radio | The Podcast For 007 FansThe Big JBR 5th Anniversary Extravaganza (Part 3) | The Music of Bond #019To celebrate the third instalment of this year’s anniversary episodes, John Williams is joined by 3 intrepid listeners to talk the music of Bond. We’re joined by – Andrew Cook (Sheffield, UK), Matthew Chernov (Los Angeles, USA) and Paul Jamieson (Melbourne, Australia). Note: The Music of Bond series is audio only and will not be […]
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2019-02-2200 minJames Bond Radio: 007 News, Reviews & Interviews!#158: The Big JBR 5th Anniversary Extravaganza (Part 3) | The Music Of Bond #019To celebrate the third instalment of this year's anniversary episodes, John Williams is joined by 3 intrepid listeners to talk the music of Bond. We're joined by - Andrew Cook (Sheffield, UK), Matthew Chernov (Los Angeles, USA) and Paul Jamieson (Melbourne, Australia).
2019-02-222h 16James Bond Radio: 007 News, Reviews & Interviews!#109: Gloria Hendry Interview + Mi6 Mailbag #4Big shout out to JBR roving reporter Matthew Chernov this week for bagging a brief on-the-spot interview with the one and only Gloria Hendry aka Rosie Carver! We'll hear all about her recent jazz tribute to the music of Bond and a whole lot more. Also we finally get around the the 4th instalment of our Mi6 Mailbag series where you the listener pose your questions to the JBR crew. We've got some doozies for you this week, so be sure to tune in to episode #109 of James Bond Radio.
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Gruesome Hertzogg Podcast InterviewsWriter's Matthew Chernov / David RosiakMatthew Chernov is a writer and actor, known for Shark Swarm (2008), Hard Ride to Hell(2010) and Ring of Death (2008). See full bio »David Rosiak was born on September 28, 1974 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA as David Edward Rosiak. He is a writer and actor, known for Thirsty (2009), Shark Swarm (2008) and Hard Ride to Hell (2010). See full bio »
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Avenue RedAvenue Red Podcast #030 - KammertonIt's New Year's Eve 2014 and we have just managed to get to our 30th episode thanks to the handy-work of Kammerton (real name Stepan Chernov), a diverse musical talent who hails from the Russian city of Ulyanovsk, located on the Volga River 900 kilometres east of Moscow. Now living in Moscow, Stepan is an accomplished pianist, kapellmeister (chapel master/director of a choir), electronic music producer, DJ, sound engineer, sound designer for films & cartoons and he also runs the video podcast www.friendly-vibes.com, which is as he puts it: "for all lovers of warm groove and high spirits".
Stepan has...
2014-12-311h 45Avenue RedAvenue Red Podcast #030 - KammertonIt's New Year's Eve 2014 and we have just managed to get to our 30th episode thanks to the handy-work of Kammerton (real name Stepan Chernov), a diverse musical talent who hails from the Russian city of Ulyanovsk, located on the Volga River 900 kilometres east of Moscow. Now living in Moscow, Stepan is an accomplished pianist, kapellmeister (chapel master/director of a choir), electronic music producer, DJ, sound engineer, sound designer for films & cartoons and he also runs the video podcast www.friendly-vibes.com, which is as he puts it: "for all lovers of warm groove and high spirits".
Stepan has...
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