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Case Uncovered
Cases That Haunt Me: The Vanishing of Max DeVries
In May of 2004, 14-year-old Max DeVries traveled to Aruba with his family for what was meant to be a healing getaway. Just days into the trip, a series of seemingly harmless interactions led to a moment that would change everything. When Max set out for what should have been a quick ride on a jet ski, no one could have imagined it would be the last time he would be seen...I previously covered Max's case in depth on Season 2 of The Unseen Truth, where I shared interviews with his family and friends. If you want to...
2026-04-09
28 min
The Macro Perspective
VO2 Max Essentials with Brady Holmer, Ep 198
Ep. 198: VO2 Max Essentials with Brady Holmer 🎙️Brady isn’t just talking theory—he’s lived this from every angle.With a background in Exercise Science, a PhD track in Applied Physiology, and work with Examine.com, he’s spent years breaking down the science of performance and longevity.On top of that? Former Division I cross country & track athlete… and still putting it to the test today as an endurance athlete. This episode is where real science meets real application.If you care about performance, longevity, or just not feeling gassed walking...
2026-04-06
1h 05
The Media Machine
From Snap to AI Investing: How Max Rivera Builds Global Partnerships
In this episode of The Media Machine, Johanna Salazar and Julie Kellman-Reading sit down with partnerships leader and investor Max Rivera to explore what it takes to scale global media platforms, evaluate early-stage startups, and navigate the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence. Max shares lessons from nearly a decade at Snap, where he helped build international partnerships that contributed more than 15% of the company's total revenue. Now working in partnerships at Microsoft AI while actively investing in early-stage startups, Max offers a rare perspective at the intersection of big tech, venture capital, and emerging media technologies.
2026-03-12
35 min
Exponential Growth with David Olivencia
Exponential Growth: AI Disruption with Max Rivera LIVE podcast
AI Disruption Is Reshaping Everything | Exponential Growth with Max RiveraIn this episode of the Exponential Growth Podcast, I sit down with Max Rivera to talk about one of the biggest shifts happening right now: AI disruption and what it means for leaders, investors, and entrepreneurs.AI is no longer a future conversation. It’s already changing how companies operate, how decisions are made, and how industries compete. But the real question is not just what AI can do, it’s who will adapt fast enough to ta...
2026-03-06
32 min
The Macro Perspective
Men's Mental Health with Max Hernandez, Ep 191
🧠 EP 191 – Men’s Mental Health with Max HernandezWe talk a lot about physical training.But what about the battles men fight that you can’t see?In this episode, Max Hernandez gets real about pain, depression, purpose, relationships, and the courage it takes to be vulnerable as a man. This conversation is honest. Grounded. And necessary.Here are a few powerful takeaways 👇🧠 Mental health and physical pain are deeply connected. Max’s experience with psychosomatic pain was a turning point — once he addressed the mental load, the physical symptoms started to shift.🤝 C...
2026-02-16
1h 05
Max Cortés Press
Sí acepto por tí. Matrimonios colectivos e igualitarios. 10 de febrero: Quetzalí Rivera Gutiérrez
Sí acepto por tí. Matrimonios colectivos e igualitarios. 10 de febrero: Quetzalí Rivera Gutiérrez by Max Cortés Press
2026-01-27
16 min
No Way Out
Unrestricted Decline: Debt, Inflation and The Road to Serfdom (w/ Max Borders)
Send us Fan MailWhat if the maps we’re all using are lying to us?In this episode we yank the curtain back and connect the dots most shows leave scattered: The “devouring mother” vs. “tyrannical father” archetypes now fighting for control of America’s soul How printed money and $38 trillion in debt quietly tax you every single day Why a household “poverty line” just hit $140k in parts of the country — and why almost nobody wants to admit it Healthcare’s textbook death spiral: community rating, third-party payer distortion, Medicare price floors, and the cartel that prof...
2025-12-08
1h 33
Max Cortés Press
Importante contar con apoyo de familia ante diagnóstico de cáncer de mama: Yadira Rivera
Importante contar con apoyo de familia ante diagnóstico de cáncer de mama: Yadira Rivera by Max Cortés Press
2025-10-24
17 min
Max Cortés Press
Gobernamos para todas y todos, con respeto, sin descalificar ni echar culpas: Mtro. Riult Rivera
Gobernamos para todas y todos, con respeto, sin descalificar ni echar culpas: Mtro. Riult Rivera by Max Cortés Press
2025-10-10
40 min
More Than A Title
Hustle with Purpose: Max Rivera on Leading Global Partnerships at Snap
In this episode of More Than A Title, hosts Jarrett, Chadeo, and Nadege will sit down with Max Rivera, Former Head of Global Agency Partnerships at Snap Inc.a dynamic leader who will share how he helps drive over 15% of Snaps total revenue through strategic global partnerships and business expansion across emerging markets.Max will walk us through his incredible journey from emigrating from Honduras to becoming one of the companys most impactful executives. Hell talk about launching a $100M+ international business unit, navigating the challenges of the U.S. immigration system, and how he transforms setbacks into fuel...
2025-05-22
3h 17
More Than A Title
Hustle with Purpose: Max Rivera on Leading Global Partnerships at Snap
In this episode of More Than A Title, hosts Jarrett, Chadeo, and Nadege will sit down with Max Rivera, Former Head of Global Agency Partnerships at Snap Inc.a dynamic leader who will share how he helps drive over 15% of Snaps total revenue through strategic global partnerships and business expansion across emerging markets.Max will walk us through his incredible journey from emigrating from Honduras to becoming one of the companys most impactful executives. Hell talk about launching a $100M+ international business unit, navigating the challenges of the U.S. immigration system, and how he transforms setbacks into fuel...
2025-05-22
3h 17
Partnership Unpacked
How Global Partnerships at Can Generate Billions In Revenue with Max Rivera
Would your organization benefit from a global network of reseller partnerships? In a time when marketing budgets are shrinking and global economies are in turmoil, having resellers on the ground in various regions and countries who have already established a trusted relationship with your target audience is a real asset. But such a network isn’t tossed together overnight. Where do we start, and how do we grow and scale reseller partnerships to levels like what Snap has accomplished? That’s wh...
2024-01-22
32 min
No basta con…
12. Max Rosado
Energía, buena vibra, camaradería, inteligencia, fuerza de voluntad, resiliencia, paciencia; Max lo tiene todo. Lleno de ganas de mejorar, aprender, ganar, y generar, Max Rosado es uno de los muchos puertorriqueños que ha tenido que tomar la decisión de alzar el vuelo y dejar la isla. Puerto Rico lo vio nacer y crecer como educador y músico y aunque en su momento lo tuvo todo, siempre supo que podía tener más. Su pequeña familia ha sido su motor, y hoy continúa dando pasos agigantados con la esencial intención de ser ejempl...
2022-08-01
1h 02
Max Politics
Episode 320: Carlina Rivera On Running For Congress In The New NY - 10
City Council Member Carlina Rivera, a Manhattan Democrat, joined the show to discuss the launch of her campaign for Congress in the new 10th Congressional District of New York. Rivera discussed her vision for representing the district that now includes much of Downtown Manhattan and parts of Brooklyn, her priority issues, and what separates her from the rest of the crowded field.
2022-06-01
34 min
Max Politics
Episode 302: Senator Gustavo Rivera On State Budget Negotiations
Episode 302: Senator Gustavo Rivera On State Budget Negotiations by Max Politics
2022-03-30
40 min
Subway To Shea
STS Ep. 45: Mad Max Is A Met!
This week on the Subway To Shea Podcast: - Mets sign Max Scherzer - Max Scherzer/Jacob deGrom, 1-2 Punch! - Mets sign Starling Marte, Mark Canha, & Eduardo Escobar - Javy Báez, Marcus Stroman, & Rich Hill sign elsewhere - Mets non-tendered list Plus, the MLB lockout! ______________________________________________ Follow on Twitter: @SubwayToShea & @AntRivera86 Follow on Instagram: @SubwayToShea Intro Song: Ride It Like You Mean It- Kristian Leo Outro Song: Sky- OBOY
2021-12-03
36 min
Max Politics
Episode 266: City Council Member Carlina Rivera On Hospitals Oversight & More
Episode 266: City Council Member Carlina Rivera On Hospitals Oversight & More by Max Politics
2021-10-01
49 min
Halo Forever: Let's Play Interview Series
Halo Forever Season 2 Ep. 1 "Cairo Station" (Special Guest Chapter Select's Max Roberts)
Halo Forever is Interview Series where Mario Rivera Gathers Halo Fans from around the Galaxy to join him Each Week to discuss their history with Halo while playing a level in Halo Each week leading to the Launch of Halo Infinite. Creator/Editor/Host by Mario Rivera #Halo #Gameplay #Gamepass #Xbox #PC #MMC #Microsoft #Bungie #343Industries --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatmariorivera/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thatmariorivera/support
2021-07-27
39 min
Max Politics
Episode 288: State Senator Gustavo Rivera on the New State Budget
Episode 288: State Senator Gustavo Rivera on the New State Budget by Max Politics
2021-04-08
27 min
Profesión de Fe
Max Weber Parte 2
Podcast Profesión de Fe Capítulo 4 Sean bienvenidos al cuarto capítulo donde volvemos a tratar el tema de «la religión como cuerpo doctrinario que corre paralelo a la relación con Dios, revisando los aportes fundamentales para las ciencias sociales que realizó Max Weber». Esta es la segunda parte de dos capítulos que dedicamos a las teorías de Weber expuestas en su libro «La Ética Protestante y el Espíritu del Capitalismo». Esta vez hablamos de cómo en la Profesión, entendida como una actividad de trabajo o cot...
2020-08-26
46 min
Profesión de Fe
Max Weber Parte 1
Podcast Profesión de Fe Capítulo 3 Bienvenido y bienvenida al tercer capítulo donde abordamos el tema de «la religión como cuerpo doctrinario que corre paralelo a la relación con Dios, revisando los aportes fundamentales para las ciencias sociales que realizó Max Weber». Esta es la primera parte de dos capítulos que dedicaremos a hablar de las teorías de Weber, su contexto como autor y en especial de su libro «La Ética Protestante y el Espíritu del Capitalismo». Nos interesa por la relación que le autor ve entre la prá...
2020-08-19
54 min
Teatro Tragedia
07 | No Ver, No Hablar, No Escuchar
Kanye West y sus intenciones de llegar a la presidencia de E.U.A., petición inclusiva para que Batman sea afroamericano, Netflix anuncia secuela de Bird Box y su película más costosa con Ryan Gosling & Chris Evans «The Gray Man», actores que no pueden quitarse el estigma de sus personajes, ¿Kevin Bacon nuevo Freddy Krueger?, Fast & Furious en el espacio.
2020-08-01
54 min
Teatro Tragedia
06 | Tommando Malas Desiciones
Tras un percance vial tuvimos que grabar desde la cárcel, abordando una entrevista a un miembro de Los Commando; banda estatal de garage/punk, primera guerra de Sinopsis en la que tú puedes participar, canciones que nos remontan a un momento sentimental de nuestra vida, Brad Pitt vs Tom Cruise. IG: TeatroTragedia FB: Teatro Tragedia Podcast Twitter: @TTragedia Contacto: teatrotragediapodcast@gmail.com
2020-06-26
51 min
Teatro Tragedia
05 | Humiliatio
Comenzamos con la dinámica ‘Adivina La Banda Sonora’ de filmes icónicos en el cual tú puedes participar, curiosidades de MTV, Jackass pioneros en su género, Celebrity Death Match, videos musicales de los noventa que nos gustaban, gustos culposos en canciones y películas qué no dejamos pasar. IG: TeatroTragedia FB: Teatro Tragedia Podcast Twitter: @TTragedia Contacto: teatrotragediapodcast@gmail.com
2020-06-16
38 min
Teatro Tragedia
04 | Volver.. a la Tragedia
José le regala un DeLorean a Max por su cumpleaños y por error regresan a la prehistoria perseguidos por dinosaurios ocultándose en una cueva, resumidamente abarcamos los acontecimientos más destacables desde Enero hasta Junio, Chris Hadfield y su interpretación de Space Oddity en vivo desde el Espacio Exterior, el potencial del Cine Mexicano, ‘Ya No Estoy Aquí’ sin spoilers. La recomendación semanal después de créditos. IG: TeatroTragedia FB: Teatro Tragedia Podcast Twitter: @TTragedia Contacto: TeatroTragediaPodcast@Gmail.Com
2020-06-04
49 min
Teatro Tragedia
03 | La Abducción
Episodio variado en el cual José relata desde su perspectiva el cómo fue su viaje a Alaska y la leyenda detrás del filme El Cuarto Contacto, JL Snyder Cut es oficial en HBO Max ¿Ben Affleck volverá?, grupo de adolescentes casi muere por picaduras de arañas en Bolivia, quién es el mejor Spiderman en la pantalla grande, estrenos de Junio en Netflix, abordamos con spoilers la película Mudo/Mute, y la recomendación semanal.IG: TeatroTragediaFB: Teatro Tragedia PodcastTwitter: @TTragediaContacto: TeatroTragediaPodcast@Gmail.Com
2020-05-29
58 min
Max Politics
Episode 224: State Senator Gustavo Rivera On New York's Health Care Response To COVID - 19
Episode 224: State Senator Gustavo Rivera On New York's Health Care Response To COVID - 19 by Max Politics
2020-05-28
23 min
Teatro Tragedia
02 | Tiempos Apocalípticos
En exclusiva Bad Bunny ofrece una breve entrevista para el podcast a pesar del rechazo de Max, la trascendencia de la palabra Tragedia, a cuantos ‘Fines del Mundo’ a sobrevivido la humanidad, ¿los Auto-Cinemas en la actualidad funcionarían?, rumores de Johnny Depp sobre encarnar a Joker, Robert Pattinson no quiere ser parte del consumismo, Death Wish/Deseo de Muerte con spoilers.
2020-05-21
41 min
Teatro Tragedia
01 | Fidencio y Jeremías
En este episodio hablamos con spoilers sobre la película Extraction/Misión Rescate, ademas se confirma película de Ozzy Osbourne, Tom Cruise filmará en el espacio, Space X, Elon Musk y el extraño nombre de su hija. Esto y más en TT Podcast.01 | Fidencio y Jeremías.
2020-05-13
1h 05
Teatro Tragedia
Episodio Piloto: Teatro tragedia
Teatro Tragedia es un podcast por dos adultos crecidos en generaciones diferentes, José en sus treintas y Max en sus cincuentas, rebotando ideas sobre el legado de la Cultura Pop y sus infortunios a lo largo de la historia, tomando como ancla el Séptimo Arte.
2020-04-22
17 min
Max Politics
Episode 211: City Council Member Carlina Rivera On Hospital Oversight Amid Coronavirus
Episode 211: City Council Member Carlina Rivera On Hospital Oversight Amid Coronavirus by Max Politics
2020-04-09
24 min
Annie Talks
Episode 93 - Annie Talks with Monster Jam Max-D™ Truck Driver Neil Ellliott
Winner of the Double Down in Anaheim in 2016 and Freestyle of the Year at Monster Jam World Finals, Neil Elliott shares favorite moments and his humble beginnings with Monster Jam under the tutelage of Tom Meents. Monster Jam is the big leagues of motorsports competition, where 12,000-pound trucks and the world-class athletes who drive them tear up the dirt with gravity-defying feats. Engineered to perfection, the legendary Grave Digger®, Max-D™, El Toro Loco® and many more push all limits in Freestyle, 2 Wheel Skills Challenge™ and Racing competitions. testing their agility, speed and versatility. From unbeli...
2020-01-25
11 min
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
THE MALTESE FALCON — 100%
We did it. We reviewed our 100% film. Listen to it. Enjoy it. We love you guys. Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Jason Brown did our theme music and Josh Rivera did our artwork. Our email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to follow our social media presence, check us out on twitter @breakdowncast and instagram @thecriticalbreakdown. You can follow Scott on Instagram and Twitter at @breakdown_scott. You can follow Max on Instagram @maxasaurus and on Twitter @maxriverafilm.
2019-02-13
1h 02
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
We Reached 100% Fresh.
Alright guys, we need to talk about one hundred percent. Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Jason Brown did our theme music and Josh Rivera did our artwork. Our email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to follow our social media presence, check us out on twitter @breakdowncast and instagram @thecriticalbreakdown. You can follow Scott on Instagram and Twitter at @breakdown_scott. You can follow Max on Instagram @maxasaurus and on Twitter @maxriverafilm.
2019-01-29
43 min
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
Get Out
For our final fan selection film of the 90th percentile, you guys chose Jordan Peele's Get Out (2017). There's a lot to talk about with such a rich film, so we get into it, folks. Also, we announce something cool at the end of this episode. Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Jason Brown did our theme music and Josh Rivera did our artwork. Our email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to follow our social media presence, check us out on twitter @breakdowncast and i...
2019-01-16
1h 00
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb
We revisit Stanley Kubrick with his iconic satire and black comedy film, Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb. We also talk the Fast & Furious franchise, Crazy Rich Asians, and VICE! Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Jason Brown did our theme music and Josh Rivera did our artwork. Our email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to follow our social media presence, check us out on twitter @breakdowncast and instagram @thecriticalbreakdown. You can follow Scott...
2019-01-08
1h 00
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
L.A. Confidential
We made it to 99%! That's wild. L.A. Confidential is Scott's pick, and it's a fine one if I do say so myself. Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Jason Brown did our theme music and Josh Rivera did our artwork. Our email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to follow our social media presence, check us out on twitter @breakdowncast and instagram @thecriticalbreakdown. You can follow Scott on Instagram and Twitter at @breakdown_scott. You can follow Max on Instag...
2018-12-18
1h 12
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
The Wrestler
The Wrestler is a fan favorite (and a Max favorite) was a joy to watch — even though it's an emotional ride. We ham it up in this episode, but honestly get right to business and still manage to discuss a lot of the emotional depth of this film. Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Jason Brown did our theme music and Josh Rivera did our artwork. Our email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to follow our social media presence, check us out on tw...
2018-12-12
1h 04
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
Say Anything
This week, we revisit our friend Cameron Crowe as he tells us the story of Lloyd Dobbler and Diane Court. This is Scott's 98% choice — we also announce the 98% poll winner! Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Jason Brown did our theme music and Josh Rivera did our artwork. Our email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to follow our social media presence, check us out on twitter @breakdowncast and instagram @thecriticalbreakdown. You can follow Scott on Instagram and Twitter at @breakdown_scott....
2018-12-04
1h 13
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
THE BABADOOK
This week we reviewed Scott's choice for Max's 98% selection! This Australian horror film deals with some heavy but personal subjects — and we discuss how Scott almost ralphed. Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Jason Brown did our theme music and Josh Rivera did our artwork. Our email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to follow our social media presence, check us out on twitter @breakdowncast and instagram @thecriticalbreakdown. You can follow Scott on Instagram and Twitter at @breakdown_scott. You can fol...
2018-11-27
56 min
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
We made a mistake — Prelude to The Babadook & The Crimes of Grindelwald
Guys, we made an error. The Babadook wasn't ACTUALLY Max's pick for this week, but we still watched it. We're embracing this — find out the truth in this week's kind of special episode! Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Jason Brown did our theme music and Josh Rivera did our artwork. Our email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to follow our social media presence, check us out on twitter @breakdowncast and instagram @thecriticalbreakdown. You can follow Scott on Instagram and Twitter at...
2018-11-20
45 min
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
MAD MAX: FURY ROAD
You guys picked MAD MAX: FURY ROAD as our next review, so here we go! Let's talk about that Doof Warrior some, guys. Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Jason Brown did our theme music and Josh Rivera did our artwork. Our email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to follow our social media presence, check us out on twitter @breakdowncast and instagram @thecriticalbreakdown. You can follow Scott on Instagram and Twitter at @breakdown_scott. You can follow Max on Instag...
2018-11-13
1h 05
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
HALLOWEEN (2018)
This week, we're joined by our INSIDE GAL Kara Leonard to talk HALLOWEEN (2018). Yeah, Halloween was last week really, but we're doing the film of the same name THIS week. So enjoy! Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Jason Brown did our theme music and Josh Rivera did our artwork. Our email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to follow our social media presence, check us out on twitter @breakdowncast and instagram @thecriticalbreakdown. You can follow Scott on Instagram and Twitter at @bre...
2018-11-06
1h 26
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
GHOSTBUSTERS
Max's 97% pick — GHOSTBUSTERS. It's a classic, and it's perfect pick for a comedic approach to horror (hey, it's Halloween, right?). But don't worry — we'll get scarier in an upcoming episode. Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Jason Brown did our theme music and Josh Rivera did our artwork. Our email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to follow our social media presence, check us out on twitter @breakdowncast and instagram @thecriticalbreakdown. You can follow Scott on Instagram and Twitter at @breakdown_scott.
2018-10-30
1h 01
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
Spotlight
Scott's selection for this week was 2015's SPOTLIGHT, the film about the Boston Globe breaking open the Catholic church covering up abusive priests. It's a heavy subject, so you'll get most of your chuckles in before the 20 minute mark. Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Jason Brown did our theme music and Josh Rivera did our artwork. Our email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to follow our social media presence, check us out on twitter @breakdowncast and instagram @thecriticalbreakdown. You c...
2018-10-23
57 min
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
Close Encounters of the Third Kind
Hey kid, you wanna carve the Devil's Tower and watch Close Encounters of the Third Kind? No?? Well, at least listen to our latest episode then! Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Jason Brown did our theme music and Josh Rivera did our artwork. Our email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to follow our social media presence, check us out on twitter @breakdowncast and instagram @thecriticalbreakdown. You can follow Scott on Instagram and Twitter at @breakdown_scott. You can foll...
2018-10-16
1h 10
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
Catch Me If You Can feat. Albert W. Dubreuil
This week we invited our friend Albert Dubreuil (@AWDubreuil) back on the show to talk about a film he loves — Catch Me If You Can! We also announce the next film we'll be watching that YOU the fans selected. Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Jason Brown did our theme music and Josh Rivera did our artwork. Our email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to follow our social media presence, check us out on twitter @breakdowncast and instagram @thecriticalbreakdown. You can...
2018-10-09
1h 05
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
Dark Phoenix Trailer Review & Poll Announcement
So the Dark Phoenix trailer came out and boy does it look like a movie! Since we couldn't bring you a full episode, we wanted to give you SOMETHING. You can also check out the video version here. We'll be back to normal next week! Make sure you vote in the current poll here. Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Jason Brown did our theme music and Josh Rivera did our artwork. Our email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to foll...
2018-10-02
09 min
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
The Iron Giant
This week, Max picked THE IRON GIANT (1999) as his 96% selection! This animated film is beloved by many, but didn't do that well in theaters. This Brad Bird film actually has some ties with another Bird film we watched — Tomorrowland, but we liked this a lot better. Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Jason Brown did our theme music and Josh Rivera did our artwork. Our email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to follow our social media presence, check us out on twitter @breakd...
2018-09-25
59 min
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
SNOWPIERCER
Our fan vote brings us a film that many love, but not nearly enough people have seen — SNOWPIERCER (2014). Directed by Bong Joon-Ho, this film boasts an international cast and is a unique experience. We also introduce a new segment on the future fate of the podcast. We call it THE NINETY. Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Jason Brown did our theme music and Josh Rivera did our artwork. Our email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to follow our social media...
2018-09-11
1h 18
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
Pan's Labyrinth
For our second 95% film, we watched Guillermo del Toro's Pan's Labyrinth (2006). This was Max's selection, and it was an exciting movie to dive into. There's a lot of depth in this one, boys. Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Jason Brown did our theme music and Josh Rivera did our artwork. Our email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to follow our social media presence, check us out on twitter @breakdowncast and instagram @thecriticalbreakdown. You can follow Scott on Instagram and Twitter...
2018-09-04
1h 02
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
CREED
This week, Scott dropped CREED (2016) on me and I couldn't be happier. We go deep on this one, and while our boxing trivia is terrible, our love for the movie shows. Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Jason Brown did our theme music and Josh Rivera did our artwork. Our email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to follow our social media presence, check us out on twitter @breakdowncast and instagram @thecriticalbreakdown. You can follow Scott on Instagram and Twitter at @breakdown...
2018-08-28
57 min
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
Arrival
As selected by our listeners, we are discussing Arrival (2016). As far as movies about contact with extraterrestrials, this is one of the best ones out there. Great acting, stellar visuals, and a memorable score — and not to mention, its really well written. Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Jason Brown did our theme music and Josh Rivera did our artwork. Our email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to follow our social media presence, check us out on twitter @breakdowncast and instagram @thecriticalbreakdown. Yo...
2018-08-21
1h 15
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
Raiders of the Lost Ark
You know The Podcast Boys love a good adventure film — and Raiders of the Lost Ark is one of the best. With George Lucas and Steven Spielberg throwing down with Harrison Ford, what else can you expect? Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Jason Brown did our theme music and Josh Rivera did our artwork. Our email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to follow our social media presence, check us out on twitter @breakdowncast and instagram @thecriticalbreakdown. You can follow Scott on...
2018-08-07
1h 02
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
Boogie Nights — Listeners' Choice
Since you guys voted hard for Boogie Nights, we really sunk our teeth into this one. It's a fun movie to talk about, and we really get into it. We also talk about Godzilla and Mission Impossible. Surprised? Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Jason Brown did our theme music and Josh Rivera did our artwork. Our email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to follow our social media presence, check us out on twitter @breakdowncast and instagram @thecriticalbreakdown. You can follo...
2018-07-31
1h 00
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
Young Frankenstein
Reevaluating old comedy films can be illuminating for both classic jokes, as well as how far our humor has changed. Young Frankenstein (1974) is a perfect example of this. Sometimes Mel Brooks and Gene Wilder seem fresh and light hearted, while other jokes are downright bad or regressive. Still, it's an interesting watch. Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Jason Brown did our theme music and Josh Rivera did our artwork. Our email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to follow our social media pre...
2018-07-24
1h 08
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
Fargo
This week we're watching Scott's 93% rated pick — Fargo! This film is iconic for toeing the line between amoral crime flick and heartwarming fairytale — like in a fable way, where you learn a lesson at the end. Here's a challenge — can you describe Steve Buscemi's facial features? Give it a shot. Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Jason Brown did our theme music and Josh Rivera did our artwork. Our email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to follow our social media presence, check us out on...
2018-07-17
1h 02
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
Jurassic Park
Here it is! The podcast boys take on Jurassic Park (1993) — as voted by you, the listeners! We have a REALLY fun time talking this cinema classic, so plug in those ear buds and let's get podcastin'. Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Jason Brown did our theme music and Josh Rivera did our artwork. Our email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to follow our social media presence, check us out on twitter @breakdowncast and instagram @thecriticalbreakdown. You can follow Scott on Insta...
2018-07-10
1h 16
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
Prelude to Jurassic Park - Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom
This week, Scott and Max take time to review some films they've been watching, which includes all of the Jurassic Park and Jurassic World franchise films, as well as some sports rivalry movies. Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Jason Brown did our theme music and Josh Rivera did our artwork. Our email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to follow our social media presence, check us out on twitter @breakdowncast and instagram @thecriticalbreakdown. You can follow Scott on Instagram and Twitter...
2018-07-03
53 min
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
The Spectacular Now feat. Myles of The More You Nerd & Cosmic Crit
For our second 92% film, we're joined by Myles Griffin of The More You Nerd and Cosmic Crit to talk about A LOT of things, including The Spectacular Now, Coming of Age movies, and why people want us to review bad movies again. Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Jason Brown did our theme music and Josh Rivera did our artwork. As we previously, our new email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to follow our social media presence, check us out on twitter @brea...
2018-06-26
1h 27
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
FACE/OFF — John Woo, John Travolta, and Nicolas Cage
For our first 92% film, we're talking about John Woo's 1997 masterpiece FACE/OFF. Starring John Travolta and Nicolas Cage, this movie asks what happens when a hero and villain LITERALLY swap faces. Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Jason Brown did our theme music and Josh Rivera did our artwork. As we previously, our new email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to follow our social media presence, check us out on twitter @breakdowncast and instagram @thecriticalbreakdown. You can follow Scott on Instagr...
2018-06-19
1h 08
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
There WIll Be Blood | Hereditary | Riverdale | Arrested Development Season 5
You guys chose it, so we watched it! We got treated to Paul Thomas Anderson's There Will Be Blood thanks to our fan voters! We have a good time talking about this Daniel Day Lewis powerhouse, which is maybe the most quoted movie whenever someone orders a milkshake. Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Jason Brown did our theme music and Josh Rivera did our artwork. As we previously, our new email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to follow our social media pre...
2018-06-12
59 min
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
The Witch | Mission Impossible 3, The Book of Henry, and Girls Trip
This week we look at Max's choice for a 91% film, The Witch (2015). As a supernatural horror that's also a period piece, this film challenges the audience to delve into a sense of dread that builds up over time. Does it pay off? And why is everyone so obsessed with Black Phillip? Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Jason Brown did our theme music and Josh Rivera did our artwork. As we previously, our new email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to...
2018-06-05
1h 06
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY Review
VOTE ON OUR LISTENERS' CHOICE POLL HERE. We know we promised you guys The Witch — and that's coming next time — but with the release of Solo: A Star Wars Story, we decided to switch gears and talk about the movie nobody asked for and only half of your friends went to see. Solo: A Star Wars Story had a troubled path to the screen, but also presents a path for the anthology "Story" series to continue with — fan-service remixed from new angles. But it all comes down to these questions — was Solo any good, what will Luca...
2018-05-29
1h 03
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
The Departed | New Listeners' Choice Poll!
Our episode this week is about Martin Scorsese's The Departed (2006) — chosen by Scott as his 91% selection. The Departed is a remake of a Hong Kong film, Infernal Affairs, and is one of Scorsese's most iconic pictures. With a cast that includes Leonardo DiCaprio, Jack Nicholson, Matt Damon, Alec Baldwin, and Mark Wahlberg, it's a star studded event of a movie that keeps you on the edge of your seat. It's also time to open the poll for the 91% Listeners' Choice episode. Vote on that here. This is gonna be a tough poll! You can also vote on Twi...
2018-05-22
1h 02
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
Galaxy Quest — Fan Winner
You guys voted for it, and here it is! The Critical Breakdown takes on GALAXY QUEST (1999)! Both Scott and Max are big fans of this movie, and watching it this time around gave us a chance to expand on what makes it so great. Galaxy Quest isn't just a Star Trek parody, but a legitimately fun film that celebrates pop culture, fandom, and being your most authentic self. Read our show notes here. Next week, we jump to 91%. You ready?
2018-05-15
1h 04
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
Avengers: Infinity War
Even though this episode is releasing later than normal, we wanted to still get it out this week — We spend some time discussing our spoiler-free thoughts and tear into the juicy details around 16:39. Join us next week for GALAXY QUEST, as selected by you guys! Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Jason Brown did our theme music and Josh Rivera did our artwork. As we previously, our new email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to follow our social media presence, check...
2018-05-08
52 min
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
The Fighter | Announcing the Winner of 90% Listener Poll
For Scott's 90% selection, we watched David O. Russell's The Fighter (2010). While we had a bad experience with Russell's work on here before, we both enjoyed this film that examines the life of boxer Mickey Ward and his drug addicted brother Dicky Ecklund. We also announce who won from our Listener's Choice Poll — Doctor Strange, An American Werewolf in London, Galaxy Quest, or Zombieland! Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Jason Brown did our theme music and Josh Rivera did our artwork. As we previously, our new email address is podcas...
2018-04-24
1h 01
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
Summer Movie Preview 2018 feat. Kara Leonard
As summer approaches, we find ourselves once again streaming endless movie trailers and predicting the outcome. We're joined by show regular Kara for the third time in order to guide you guys through the major releases of summer 2018! Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Jason Brown did our theme music and Josh Rivera did our artwork. As we previously, our new email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to follow our social media presence, check us out on twitter @breakdowncast and instagram @thecriticalbreakdown.
2018-04-17
1h 36
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
Blade Runner | Ready Player One, Justice League, Isle of Dogs, A Quiet Place, Coco
Here we are — the 90 percent zone! We're kicking off our top run here with Max's pick, Blade Runner (1982). We really get into this one, discussing what makes Blade Runner such a good film, but also take time to discuss the flaws at hand. We also take a few moments to look at how this film's sequel, Blade Runner 2049 (2017) holds up in comparison. Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. As we previously, our new email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to follow our social...
2018-04-10
1h 12
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
LIVE EPISODE: The Critical Breakdown Reaches 90% on Rotten Tomatoes!
In honor of finally reaching the 90th percentile of Rotten Tomatoes, we held a live show on Facebook! On this episode, we discuss what we will be doing that's a bit different than before. Best of all, you're all able to join us! Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. As we previously, our new email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send us your thoughts! If you want to follow our social media presence, check us out on twitter @breakdowncast and instagram @thecriticalbreakdown. You can follow Scott o...
2018-04-03
55 min
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
When Harry Met Sally | Power Rangers & Dragon Ball | Dating in the Modern World
When Harry Met Sally is kind of a rom-com standard, capturing the hearts of cinema-goers for years. But does it still hold up? For us, it wasn't the best watch this time around, but it's not a terrible movie. Some of it just seems so outdated and forced, but there are some great moments still. The backstory behind the actual film is way more interesting than the overall story, though. We also spend some time talking anime and the MCU, because why not! Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License.
2018-03-27
1h 08
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
Cinema Challenge: Baahubali: The Beginning & Baahubali 2: The Conclusion
We're excited to drop this one — it's our Baahubali Mega-Episode! Last week we challenged you to watch the films on Netflix, and maybe you did. If you didn't, you should listen to this until you realize your mistake. Then you can pause and come back later! We do a good old fashioned plot breakdown and discuss our favorite parts — which are almost every single plot beat. Let's just get to it, then! Synthwave by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. As we previously, our new email address is podcast@thecriticalbreakdown.com. Send u...
2018-03-20
1h 38
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
Inglourious Basterds | Quentin Tarantino's World War II Revenge Thriller | Can we separate art from artist?
Well, we finally did it. The two of us sat down and we watched us a Quentin Tarantino movie — 2009's Inglourious Basterds, specifically. We take time to really tear into this one, what works, and what feels a bit TOO Tarantino. We also ask if it is possible to view Tarantino in the same light after Uma Thurman's story, as well as his apparent dismissal of Harvey Weinstein's heinous ways. We have fun with this episode, taking our time to really get into it. Say what you will about Tarantino, he knows how to make movies you wan...
2018-03-06
1h 18
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
The Shining feat. Albert Dubreuil
Well, we've hit a milestone by reaching a Stanley Kubrick film — one that is based on the book of the same name by Stephen King. Yes, we're talking about The Shining (1980) this week. It's pretty obvious the kind of conversations we would have around the plot of this film — almost everyone knows what this movie is about. It's a haunted hotel, right? Or is it cabin fever? Maybe it's about something deeper — like Native American genocide, or the Holocaust. Uhh, it could also be about addiction and being seduced by the devil. Maybe it's just really a misunde...
2018-02-27
1h 18
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
Inception — Voted on by you!
This week we are talking about Christopher Nolan's Inception (2010), and that's because of listeners like you who took to the internet to vote on our first poll! We had four good choices — Mulan, Heat, and Steve Jobs — but our listeners were dying for us to share a dream with Leonardo DiCaprio. Inception is a great film. It's an original science fiction action thriller that keeps you at the edge of your seat. The story also appeals to your own experiences, because we've all experienced the little details they name and describe about dreaming. It's a brilliant plot tacti...
2018-02-20
1h 00
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
The 40 Year Old Virgin | The Cloverfield Paradox | DVDs & Blu-ray Opinions
This week we watched one of Max's favorite movies — The 40 Year Old Virgin (2005). This Judd Apatow comedy blends gross-out sex comedy with a character driven romance with heart. Sure, it may have aged just a bit, but the charm is so strong here that it still packs a powerful punch. It's quotable, it's lovable, and it's definitely worth revisiting from time to time. Just from the cast alone, you can watch this and be amazed at how many of these performers had small cameos and non-speaking lines but went on to become household names. Sure, Paul Rudd ha...
2018-02-13
1h 01
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
A Christmas Interlude
Let's face it — you're gonna be busy on catching up on everything after Christmas day, so let's not hold you back with a long episode. Scott and Max catch up on some holiday questions this week in our CHRISTMAS INTERLUDE.
2017-12-26
13 min
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
Top 5 Alien Invasion Movies | Alien Contact | Extra Terrestrials | UFOs | Movies About Aliens
This week we're diving deeper into the alien contact & invasion genre to bring you Scott & Max's Top 5 Alien Invasion/Contact Films. Now, our rules were that we can't just list movies we've watched (Sorry, Mac & Me), and that it has to at least be partially set on Earth as a Human-Focused Story. We bend these rules when we need to, of course. What is your favorite alien contact/invasion movie? Let us know at TheCriticalBreakdownPodcast@gmail.com.
2017-11-07
1h 07
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
076: The Rock
We know we promised you guys The Last Samurai, but due to every single reaction of our most trusted friends, we decided to roll with something universally agreed to be amazing — THE ROCK! Not Dwayne Johnson, though. We went with the famous film of the one, the only, THE Michael Bay. We end the episode by discussing both Scott & Max's Top 5 Guilty Pleasures!
2017-09-05
1h 25
Max Vangeli
Max Vangeli Presents: NoFace Radio - Episode 059
Max Vangeli Presents: NoFace Radio - Episode 059 Subscribe on iTunes to get fresh episodes weekly: http://bit.ly/NFRADIO 01. Dean Mickoski & Roland Clark - Red Light 02. Bojac - Twisted 03. Robbie Rivera - Not A Single Word (L'TRIC Remix) Pick Of The Week 04. Hook N Sling feat. Digital Farm Animals - Arms Around Me 05. Charlie Puth - Attention (David Guetta Remix) 06. Mathias D. - Samburu 07. Rayven & Valexx - Old School (Dannic Edit) Brand New 08. Hardwell, Moksi - Powermove 09. Robbie Rivera & Ky-Mani Marley - All We Need Is Love (David Tort Remix) 10. Havoc & Lawn, Anderblast - Genesi 11. Grum - Price Of Love ...
2017-09-02
55 min
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
075: Watchmen feat. Eric Rivera
This week, we visited the 2009 film adaptation of one of Max's favorite comics — Watchmen. Watchmen was directed by Zack Snyder, written by David Hayter, Alex Tse, and based on Watchmen, a graphic novel by Dave Gibbons and Alan Moore. Watchmen stars Malin Åkerman, Billy Crudup, Matthew Goode, Carla Gugino, Jackie Earle Haley, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, and Patrick Wilson. This graphic novel is famous for changing how we examine superheroes culturally, and we aim to see if the film captures that. Let us know your Watchmen thoughts at TheCriticalBreakdownPodcast@gmail.com.
2017-08-29
1h 24
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
071: Pretty Woman
This week Max is joined by his wife Jodi (Scott was unavailable) to discuss Pretty Woman (1990), rated 61% on Rotten Tomatoes. Together they examine the highs and lows of the film, the lens it casts on sex work and workers, and the validity of the film in the realm of romantic comedies. Hey, while you're reading this — give us a rating & review on iTunes, Google Play, or any other podcatching service! Send us questions or feedback at TheCriticalBreakdownPodcast@gmail.com.
2017-08-01
1h 06
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
066: Dune feat. Taylor Phillips
This week, we're joined by Taylor Phillips to discuss Dune (1984) Written and directed by David Lynch, Dune stars Francesca Annis, Brad Dourif, Kyle MacLachlan, Virginia Madsen, Patrick Stewart, Sting, Dean Stockwell, Max von Sydow, Alicia Roanne Witt, and Sean Young — as well as about a hundred other people. What are your thoughts on David Lynch's Dune? Let us know at TheCriticalBreakdownPodcast@gmail.com.
2017-06-27
1h 21
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
Man of Steel ft. Joshua Rivera
We're joined by Joshua Rivera this week to discuss Man of Steel (2013), rated 55% on Rotten Tomatoes. On this episode, we discuss: The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt The Handmaid's Tale Arrested Development Wonder Woman Episode Breakdown: Man of Steel (2013) was directed by Zack Snyder and written by David S. Goyer. It stars Henry Cavill, Amy Adams, Michael Shannon, Kevin Costner, Diane Lane, Laurence Fishburne, Antje Traue, Ayelet Zurer, Christopher Meloni, and Russell Crowe We could have also watched Top Gun, Step Brothers, The Bourne Legacy, The Company You Keep, Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps Questions We As...
2017-06-13
1h 21
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
057: Sex and the City ft. Julia Vickerman, Sarah Tennant, Kara Leonard, and Jodi
This week, we handed the keys to the pod over to a few of our friends — Julia Vickerman, Sarah Tennant, Kara Leonard, and Jodi — in order to bring you an in-depth look at Sex and the City (2008). While Scott and Max could have easily watched and reviewed, we wanted to really bridge the gap between the show, the film, and the context of this series. No matter what you think about this film, we guarantee you it's better than Mr. Deeds.
2017-04-25
1h 22
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
053: The Day After Tomorrow Feat. Jodi
You hear it all the time — climate change is going to ruin our world. But what does that mean? How will it play out? Will it look anything like the 2004 smash hit by Roland Emmerich, The Day After Tomorrow? With a good disaster film, you're gripping the edge of your seat while rooting for these characters to survive. But is The Day After Tomorrow a good film? With all things considered, it's at best a popcorn flick with some cool visuals, but it isn't going to ever be more than that. In th...
2017-03-28
1h 13
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
044: Gone Baby Gone & Pacific Rim
It's time for another break from the countdown — this week, we're talking Gone Baby Gone (2006) and Pacific Rim (2013). While both movies are vastly different, they had something in common: Max had never seen Gone Baby Gone and Scott had never seen Pacific Rim. So we took up this challenge, and we take time to discuss what makes the films so fun. This was a nice change of pace, and we'll definitely revisit this format in the future! While we both liked each film, we take time to discuss why they're enjoyable, as well as their shortcomings. What do y...
2017-01-24
1h 03
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
042: Space Jam feat. Joshua Rivera
Space Jam is one of those films that maintains a bit of respect in the millennial community — I mean, it combines Bugs Bunny with Michael Jordan, and features great cameos by Bill Murray, Wayne Knight, and a handful of other NBA athletes. But is the film itself good? It's fun. Qualifying it as good or bad is kind of tough — it is an act of commercial brilliance, though. As far as plot and pacing, Space Jam flies through into the core conflict. Aliens from Moron Mountain (a poorly performing amusement park planet) are going to take the Loone...
2017-01-10
1h 23
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
025: The Lucky One
Mix a hunky heartthrob, a pretty-yet-down-to-earth lady, and some background noise set in a seaside town and what do you get? Well, any Nicholas Sparks movie, but this time around, we'll call it The Lucky One (2012). Which is what we watched this week! This film stars Zac Efron as a newly returned Iraq War veteran looking to find his good luck charm, played by dog kennel owning Taylor Schilling. Blythe Danner is also in this, as the quirky grandmother who wants to get her a piece of that tasty Zefron. We est...
2016-09-13
1h 14
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
Judge Dredd (1995) vs. Dredd (2012) | Sylvester Stallone, Diane Lane, Max Von Sydow | Karl Urban, Lena Headey | Max Landis | 2000 AD
After we laughed our way through our 18% movie, Judge Dredd (1995), we realized had the unique opportunity to compare it to the 2012 reboot, simply titled Dredd. Judge Dredd stars Sylvester Stallone, Diane Lane, Rob Schneider, Armand Assante, and Max Von Sydow. Dredd stars Karl Urban, Olivia Thirlby, Lena Headey, and Domhnall Gleeson. While Judge Dredd is enjoyable in that way that only 90s action-scifi flops can be, Dredd is a genuinely well-made film. We discuss why Judge Dredd is so likable, even though it's terrible, as well as what makes the 2012 film work. We a...
2016-08-30
58 min
Max Vangeli
Max Vangeli Presents: NoFace Radio - Episode 006
Max Vangeli Presents: NoFace Radio - Episode 006 Want to be heard on NoFace Radio? Leave Max Vangeli a voicemail at +1-414-369-3693. Subscribe Free on iTunes to get Max Vangeli's NoFace Radio weekly: bit.ly/code_itunes Max Vangeli Presents: NoFace Radio - Episode 006 01. Guy Furious feat. Lauren Bennett & Moelogo - Where I Belong 02. Jack Wins - Good Love 03. Nora En Pure - Convincing Pick Of The Week 04. ID - ID 05. ID - Remata 06. Michael Feiner - Mantra (Robbie Rivera Remix) 07. Jack Note - Revolt Brand New 08. Flatdisk feat. Bitter's Kiss - On Fire 09. Norman Doray feat. Ethan Thompson...
2016-08-20
56 min
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
021: Suicide Squad
Scott and Max take on Suicide Squad (2016) this week, as a special (and out of order) episode. We go into some of the background of the film, what worked, and specifically what didn't work. Suicide Squad was directed by David Ayer, and stars Will Smith, Margot Robbie, Jay Hernandez, Viola Davis, and Jared Leto. Disclaimer: At one point, Scott says he didn't care for the new Rogue One trailer – this was most likely a comedic statement said for laughs. If you'd like to contact us, send us email at Th...
2016-08-16
1h 14
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
016: Our TV Special
This week we take a break from our countdown and shift our focus to the small screen. With Game of Thrones, Silicon Valley, and many other shows recently wrapping up their seasons, Max and Scott plan their own TV programming for your to tune your DVR to this summer. Will you be watching ScootzTV or TV to the Max? Maybe you tune in to both. Listen in as programming executives Scott and Max hash out their channels. We round the episode out with some viewer mail, this time about movie songs. Ma...
2016-07-12
1h 11
The Critical Breakdown: A Film Podcast
015: The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones
The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones (2013) is based off a book of the same name by Cassandra Clare. At least we're told so, but we're not sure if this film even has a plot. Starring Lily Collins, Jamie Campbell Bower, Lena Headey, and Jonathan Rhys Meyers, this young adult modern fantasy takes our main character Clary Fray (Collins) through the Shadow World—an alternate New York City where angels and demons are fighting a never ending battle. Scott and Max struggle with the plot at times, but decide ultimately that the sourc...
2016-07-05
59 min