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IT’S NOT SO LONELY AT THE TOPS1 Ep13 Meet Neville Wright - Author, Mentor, Investor & Property DeveloperFrom 37p to £70 million - Neville Wright has acheived a LOT in his business career and life. Do you want to learn the secrets to making millions?
In today's episode we cover;
Entrepreneurial Mindset: Success comes from relentless hustle and overcoming fear, as shown by starting Kiddicare with just 37p.
Customer Focus: Growth stemmed from superb service and loyal customers, not from chasing quick market dominance.
Leadership Style: Empowering staff for decision-making and maintaining strong communication were key to operational success.
Corporate Challenges: Post-acquisition struggles revealed a disconnect in customer intimacy and op...
2026-02-181h 05
The Next Reel Film PodcastSeven Chances“Your grandfather has left you the sum of seven million dollars. Providing --- you are married by seven o’clock on the evening of your twenty seventh birthday.”Running for Love and Legacy: Revisiting Seven Chances (1925)Seven Chances (1925) stands as one of silent cinema’s most inventive romantic comedies—a perfect blend of physical precision, deadpan humor, and daring spectacle. Directed by Buster Keaton, this short feature follows the frantic day of a man who must marry by 7 p.m. to claim a fortune. Originally based on a Broadway play, the project wasn’t one Keaton sought out—i...
2025-12-181h 04
The Next Reel Film PodcastThe Aura“I know when they're going to come because a few seconds earlier, I feel something. The doctors call it ‘aura’.”Into the Mind of a Taxidermist: Exploring The AuraFabián Bielinsky's final film The Aura (2005) marked his second and tragically last collaboration with Argentine star Ricardo Darín before the director's untimely death at age 47. Following their success with Nine Queens, this psychological thriller follows an epileptic taxidermist who becomes entangled in a casino heist after accidentally killing a man during a hunting trip. The film showcases Bielinsky's masterful direction and Darín's nuanced performance in what wou...
2025-10-301h 05
Mission Forward with Carrie FoxHow to Build a Life, and a Legacy with Pete WrightPete Wright has spent decades amplifying other people's voices. As a producer, he's an invisible architect of countless conversations, the one who shapes stories without telling them, who creates space for others to shine while remaining carefully out of frame. But what happens when the producer becomes the protagonist?In this episode of Mission Forward, Carrie turns the tables on her own show's producer—a role reversal that reveals something unexpected about the nature of legacy, presence, and the stories we tell ourselves about who we are.Pete's journey from behind-the-scenes collaborator to solo podcaster wi...
2025-10-2335 min
The Next Reel Film PodcastJu-on: The Grudge 2“When you do horror films, do you go through a ritual purification before filming?”When Hair Attacks and Time Loops: Ju-on: The Grudge 2 Brings Spectacle to the FranchiseJu-on: The Grudge 2, released in 2003 and directed by Takashi Shimizu, marked a significant evolution in the franchise that began with the original short films. As the fourth installment in Shimizu's growing horror universe, this film followed a film crew working on a haunted house television show who become entangled in Kayako's curse. Join us—Pete Wright and Andy Nelson—as we wrap up our Silver Screams: 25 Years of Ju-on se...
2025-09-041h 04
The Next Reel Film PodcastJu-on: The Grudge“Please stop tormenting me!”From V-Cinema to Theatrical Horror: The Evolution of Ju-on: The GrudgeAfter finding success with his V-Cinema entries Ju-on: The Curse and its sequel, director Takashi Shimizu brought his haunting vision to theaters in 2002 with Ju-on: The Grudge. This theatrical adaptation expanded on his original concept while introducing new audiences to the cursed Saeki house and its vengeful spirits. Join us—Pete Wright and Andy Nelson—as we continue the Silver Screams: 25 Years of Ju-on series with a conversation about Ju-on: The Grudge.A Tale of Two ViewingsWe appro...
2025-08-281h 11
SuccessFULL With ADHD‘Unapologetically ADHD’: These 10 Strategies Will Build a Life you Love with Pete Wright and Nikki Kinzer: A Fan-Favorite Rerun EpisodeThis is A Fan-Favorite Rerun EpisodeIn this inspiring episode, I’m joined by two incredible guests, Pete Wright and Nikki Kinzer, the dynamic duo behind the new book, Unapologetically ADHD. With decades of combined experience in coaching, podcasting, and living with ADHD, Pete and Nikki share their unique journey of co-authoring their book and the lessons they’ve learned about failure, success, and working together as a team. We dive into their podcasting journey, strategies for navigating big projects, and how they’ve redefined ADHD productivity with compassion and practicality.Nikki Kinzer...
2025-08-2747 min
The Next Reel Film PodcastMission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning • Member Bonus“Our lives are the sum of our choices.”The Final Mission: Breaking Down Mission: Impossible - The Final ReckoningChristopher McQuarrie's Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning (2025) marks the ambitious conclusion to Tom Cruise's 29-year tenure as IMF agent Ethan Hunt. With a reported budget of $400 million, making it one of the most expensive films ever produced, this eighth installment brings together elements from across the franchise while pushing the boundaries of practical stunt work. The film faced multiple production delays due to COVID-19 and the 2023 SAG-AFTRA strike before finally reaching theaters in May 2025. Join us—Pete W...
2025-05-311h 22
To Your Health299. Creating Healthy Habits with ADHD with Nikki Kinzer & Pete WrightNikki Kinzer and Pete Wright, authors of Unapologetically ADHD and hosts of Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast, join me to talk about what it means to be neurodivergent—and how that can affect your ability to plan, prioritize, and follow through.We dive into the unique challenges and strengths of neurodivergent brains, especially when it comes to health goals like meal planning, habit-building, and staying consistent with routines.Nikki and Pete share practical strategies that honor how your brain works, helping you create systems that feel supportive instead of overwhelming.Whether you’ve been...
2025-04-281h 07
Film SurgeryPatch Adams with Guest Pete WrightWelcome to Film Surgery!Today's episode is extra special because a fantastic guest is joining us—Pete Wright from Trustory.fm! Pete is a highly experienced podcaster, producer, and storyteller. As a co-founder of TruStory FM, he has worked on numerous incredible podcasts covering a wide range of topics, from self-improvement to movies. With years of experience crafting compelling narratives and facilitating meaningful conversations, Pete has a talent for making complex ideas both accessible and engaging. We’re thrilled to have him with us to share his knowledge and passion for film as we dive into Patch Adam...
2025-03-1051 min
The Next Reel Film PodcastWomen in Cages • Member Bonus“We all have our devils, my dear.”Roger Corman's Exploitation Era in the PhilippinesIn the early 1970s, Roger Corman discovered he could stretch his production dollars further by filming in the Philippines. He partnered with established Filipino director Gerardo de Leon, known for his award-winning films and work in the Filipino film industry since 1938. Despite de Leon's prestigious background, Corman convinced him to direct Women in Cages, though de Leon would later distance himself from exploitation films. Join us – Pete Wright and Andy Nelson – as we continue our member bonus Roger Corman series with a conversa...
2025-02-2811 minSuccessFULL With ADHD‘Unapologetically ADHD’: These 10 Strategies Will Build a Life you Love with Pete Wright and Nikki KinzerIn this inspiring episode, I’m joined by two incredible guests, Pete Wright and Nikki Kinzer, the dynamic duo behind the new book, Unapologetically ADHD. With decades of combined experience in coaching, podcasting, and living with ADHD, Pete and Nikki share their unique journey of co-authoring their book and the lessons they’ve learned about failure, success, and working together as a team. We dive into their podcasting journey, strategies for navigating big projects, and how they’ve redefined ADHD productivity with compassion and practicality.Nikki Kinzer is a professional certified ADHD coach through the International Coaching Federa...
2025-01-0847 min
The Wealth Rebels ShowS2: EP17 - Unlocking Financial Freedom: Alternative Investing with Pete James - Property, Gold, and Building SovereigntyUnlocking Financial Freedom: Alternative Investing with Pete James - Property, Gold, and Building Sovereignty Welcome back to The Wealth Rebels Show! Today, Emma sits down with local friend and property investor Pete James to discuss alternative investing strategies that go beyond the typical stock market and pensions. Pete shares his holistic approach to financial freedom, investing in physical assets like property and gold. They explore why investing in tangible assets can create lifetime income and serve as a hedge against economic uncertainty. With Pete's practical insights, listeners can learn how to start investing with small amounts and...
2024-11-1357 min
Movie of the Year1984 - The Terminator (with Pete Wright!)Movie of the Year: 1984The TerminatorWelcome to another exciting episode of the Movie of the Year podcast, where we delve into the films that have left an indelible mark on cinematic history. In this episode, our hosts take on the sci-fi classic The Terminator. With special guest Pete Wright from the Marvel Movie Minute, this episode promises a thorough and engaging discussion on one of James Cameron's most iconic works.James Cameron: The Visionary Behind The TerminatorThe episode kicks off with an in-depth look at James Cameron, the mastermind...
2024-07-182h 00
THE AUTISM ADHD PODCASTSpecial Education Law: Your Questions Answered By Pete WrightIt's an honor to interview Pete Wright. Pete has been practicing law in the area of special education since 1978, and he and his wife are the founders of Wrightslaw. In today's episode, Pete and I chat about his own personal story and why he became involved in special education law. He also answers 9 frequently asked questions about education rights. We cover the following questions - 1) What does the law say about the difference between a 504 and an IEP? Is one better than another? 2) Can the school refuse to provide an IEP or a Section 504 Plan t...
2024-05-151h 08
How to Split a Toaster: A Divorce Podcast About Saving Your RelationshipsIt’s Time for Listener Questions!Listener Questions on Alimony, Co-Parenting, and MoreIn this episode of How to Split a Toaster, Seth Nelson and Pete Wright dive into their mailbag to answer pressing questions from listeners. From alimony calculations to co-parenting challenges, Seth and Pete offer their insights and advice on navigating the complexities of divorce.Seth and Pete tackle a range of topics, including how judges handle parenting plans for previously uninvolved parents, the intricacies of Florida's new alimony statute, and strategies for dealing with uncooperative ex-spouses in co-parenting arrangements. They also share the origin story of the podcast and express gratitude for their dedicated...
2024-04-1625 min
The Wright WayThe Wright Way - Ep 10 - Pete RoyleThe first guest of The Wright Way podcast Pete Royle, in this episode we discuss Pete's journey into fitness, how he found going from a natural athlete to an enhanced athlete and more!
2023-04-2649 min
The Next Reel Film PodcastPitch Perfect • The Next Reel“Nothing makes a woman feel more like a girl than a man who sings like a boy.”Time to warm up those vocals, Pitches.With Pete’s history in collegiate a cappella, it’s a surprise that it took us this long to get to the Pitch Perfect trilogy, but we’re finally here. Join us – Pete Wright and Andy Nelson – as we kick off our new series with a discussion about Jason Moore’s 2012 film Pitch Perfect.How well does Pitch Perfect perfectly capture the world of collegiate a cappella competition?...
2022-09-291h 28
The Scene Vault PodcastEpisode 211 -- NASCAR Veteran Pete Wright on Jack Beebe, Terry Labonte, Dale Inman, The Witch Doctor Incident and Joining Junior JohnsonWe’re back with the second installment of our interview with longtime NASCAR crew member and crew chief Pete Wright, and this week, Pete talks about attending his first Grand National race at Martinsville and the impact drivers like Fred Lorenzen and Buddy Arrington had on his career.Pete got his start at the Winston Cup level with team owner Jack Beebe, before winning a championship with Terry Labonte. Pete recalls his rather testy reaction to a witch doctor who showed up in the garage to put a hex on the Hagan Racing entry.And … finally … Pete t...
2022-08-311h 20
The Scene Vault PodcastEpisode 211 -- NASCAR Veteran Pete Wright on Jack Beebe, Terry Labonte, Dale Inman, The Witch Doctor Incident and Joining Junior JohnsonWe’re back with the second installment of our interview with longtime NASCAR crew member and crew chief Pete Wright, and this week, Pete talks about attending his first Grand National race at Martinsville and the impact drivers like Fred Lorenzen and Buddy Arrington had on his career.Pete got his start at the Winston Cup level with team owner Jack Beebe, before winning a championship with Terry Labonte. Pete recalls his rather testy reaction to a witch doctor who showed up in the garage to put a hex on the Hagan Racing entry.And … finally … Pete t...
2022-08-311h 17
The Scene Vault PodcastEpisode 209 -- NASCAR Veteran Pete Wright on the Loss of His SonNOTE: This episode may be too emotionally intense for some listeners. Pete Wright worked in NASCAR as a crew member and crew chief for years, and with drivers ranging from Terry Labonte and Darrell Waltrip to Chase Elliott and Alex Bowman. We've got those stories, and they're remarkable. But on August 20, 2017, Pete experienced every parent's very worst night ... the loss of his child, a son named Adam, who'd followed in his father's footsteps in NASCAR. Pete shares memories of his son, but also Adam's beloved dog Lizzie, and the impact she and many other...
2022-08-2038 minThe Scene Vault PodcastEpisode 209 -- NASCAR Veteran Pete Wright on the Loss of His SonNOTE: This episode may be too emotionally intense for some listeners. Pete Wright worked in NASCAR as a crew member and crew chief for years, and with drivers ranging from Terry Labonte and Darrell Waltrip to Chase Elliott and Alex Bowman. We've got those stories, and they're remarkable. But on August 20, 2017, Pete experienced every parent's very worst night ... the loss of his child, a son named Adam, who'd followed in his father's footsteps in NASCAR. Pete shares memories of his son, but also Adam's beloved dog Lizzie, and the impact she and many other...
2022-08-2035 min
Break It Down ShowEddie Wright – Ten Feet Tall and BulletproofEddie Wright – Ten Feet Tall and Bulletproof - Eddie Wright is a retired USMC. During the First Battle of Fallujah, Eddie was a corporal leading Marines into combat. Sensing danger, his unit stopped and a fight began. As bullets ripped through the area, an insurgent fired an RPG. The explosion blew his helmet and safety glasses off and rupturing his left eardrum, along with blowing off his two hands. Eddie rehabilitated and returned to duty as a double amputee. For the of this episode head to On BIDS Eddie, joined by Pete and Scott, explains what a recon marine is, ho...
2021-06-0954 min
Seminary Dropout223 – Emotionally Healthy Discipleship with Pete Scazzero
Pete Scazzero, after leading New Life Fellowship Church for 26 years, co-founded Emotionally Healthy Discipleship, a groundbreaking ministry that moves the church forward by slowing the church down in order to multiply deeply changed leaders and disciples.
Pete hosts the top-ranked Emotionally Healthy Leader podcast and is the author of a number of bestselling books, including The Emotionally Healthy Leader and Emotionally Healthy Spirituality. Pete and his wife Geri also developed The Emotionally Healthy Discipleship Course (Part 1 and 2), a powerful resource that moves people from a shallow to a deep relationship with Jesus.
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2021-05-2851 min
The Collaborative IEPThe Wright Way with THE Special Education Guru, Pete WrightChances are you’ve read a Wrightslaw book or attended a Wrightslaw training! I’m thrilled to host Pete Wright, THE special education guru, on today’s podcast! Pete tried a special education case, Florence County School District Four vs. Shannon Carter, before the U.S. Supreme Court in 1993 and has been famous in special education circles since! His books and trainings bring practical information to parents in language they can understand. Pete and I do a roundtable of sorts in today’s episode. We talk about his concept of a Letter to a Stranger, something I use at least we...
2020-11-171h 08
Tools They Use40: ADHD, Productivity Tools & Coping with Overwhelm: A Chat with Pete WrightToday, Pete and I sit down to discuss the world of ADHD and how it affects productivity. We chat about the tools that matter and how you can do your best to manage it day to day.
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2019-03-2500 min
Friends in Your EarsNikki Groom and Pete WrightJoin Kathy with Nikki Groom and Pete Wright - we discuss #ConsentPodcasting, the business of podcasting, how podcasts have changed over time and a great bonus question - learn why not to get in a fight with Nikki and why you should take Pete to Korea!
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2018-10-1256 min
The Next Reel Film PodcastScott Pilgrim vs. the World • The Next Reel"Prepare to feel the wrath of the League of Evil Exes!"
After making Shaun of the Dead, Edgar Wright signed on to direct the adaptation of Bryan Lee O’Malley’s graphic novel “Scott Pilgrim’s Precious Little Life” but due to project delays, it would be another six years before his film would hit the screen. In the interim, Wright would continue his Cornetto trilogy with Hot Fuzz and O’Malley would nearly finish writing the other five volumes of his “Scott Pilgrim” series. That time also allowed Wright, O’Malley and screenwriter Michael Bacall to get the screenplay...
2017-06-291h 18
The Next Reel Film PodcastKundun • The Next Reel"He dared to be born right on the border with China."
Regardless of whether you are a Buddhist or not, the story of Tenzin Gyatso is an interesting one that certainly provides drama that can draw you in. Born as the 14th reincarnation of the Dalai Lama, Gyatso grew up as the leader of Tibet. China, however, had other plans and eventually took Tibet, leaving the Dalai Lama no choice but to flee China in 1959. Still hoping to return one day, the Dalai Lama’s life story was one of interest to screenwriter Melissa Mathison who asked hi...
2017-06-221h 07
ADHD reWired157 | Help With Organizing with Nikki Kinzer and Pete WrightHelp With Organizing with Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright This Week's Episode: I'd like to thank Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright from coming on the podcast this week. I'd also like to thank Nikki and Pete for having me on their show. This episode was recorded live on Facebook. If you'd like to be notified of future live Facebook broadcasts, like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ADHDreWired/. Nikki Kinzer is a blogger, online course creator, professional and certified ADHD coach, and co-host of the Taking Control Podcast. Pete Wright is Nikki's co-host. In addition to a broadcaster...
2017-02-281h 05
The Next Reel Film PodcastRaise the Red Lantern • The Next Reel"Light the lanterns at the fourth house!"
Despite the bans on some of his earlier films like Ju Dou and Raise the Red Lantern in his home country of China, Zhang Yimou had exploded onto the world stage with these visually sumptuous films and had become a filmmaker worth talking about. Perhaps it was exactly this international presence that kept the Chinese government from suppressing his storytelling further – it gave him the popularity Zhang needed to keep making films. Whether that’s true or not, these early films of his certainly do feel like he has a few thin...
2017-02-161h 04
The Next Reel Film PodcastThe Little Foxes • The Next Reel"You must hate me very much."
Bette Davis was never one to shy away from roles, except perhaps from those that weren’t meaty enough. And she found a lot to work with in Lillian Hellman’s play “The Little Foxes” when William Wyler brought it to the big screen. And even though it meant endless fights on set with her director, Davis received her fifth Oscar nomination for her performance. It’s a dark film, but certainly one worth watching. Join us – Pete Wright and Andy Nelson – as we kick off our Bette Davis series with Wyler’s 1941 f...
2016-11-031h 11
The Next Reel Film PodcastGremlins • The Next Reel“They might even replace the dog as the family pet.”
‘Tis the holiday season, which means it’s time for another Next Reel Christmas movie, and how better to share in the joy and festivities of the Christmas season than with some wacky laughs and slimy gore from Joe Dante’s 1984 horror comedy “Gremlins.” Join us – Pete Wright and Andy Nelson – as we celebrate another end of the year with some holiday cheer (and mayhem), this time with Gizmo, Stripe, Billy, Kate, Mrs. Deagle, Barney and the rest of the residents of Kingston Falls (aka Universal’s backlot). We talk ab...
2015-12-241h 16
The Next Reel Film PodcastThe Host • The Next Reel“Is all of your family so dumb all the time?"
Bong Joon-ho’s third film, “The Host," ended up becoming the highest grossing South Korean film of all time straight out of the gate with it playing on a record number of screens in its home country — it made the South Korean record books with its box office performance during its opening weekend alone. Quentin Tarantino loves it. Harry Knowles loves it. But how do we feel about it? Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we start our Bong Joon-ho series with 2006’s “The Host.” We talk about how...
2015-09-171h 16
The Next Reel Film PodcastKramer vs. Kramer • The Next Reel“I didn’t know it’d happen to me."
Meryl Streep won the first of her three Oscars for her supporting role in Robert Benton’s 1979 film “Kramer vs. Kramer.” Of course, as of this episode, it’s the second nomination for her out of nineteen nominations — more nominations than any other actor. And when you watch “Kramer vs. Kramer,” it’s hard not to wonder why she won for supporting actress rather than actress. Sure, her screen time is much less than Dustin Hoffman, her co-star, but her role has an equal importance in the film (and if we’re using the...
2015-08-271h 22
The Next Reel Film PodcastThe Deer Hunter • The Next Reel“One shot."
Michael Cimino’s 1978 film “The Deer Hunter” is definitely a divisive film, one about which a LOT of people have found plenty of things to say and argue about. Aside from all of that, it’s also the film for which Meryl Streep received her first Oscar nomination. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we begin our Meryl Streep series, specifically looking at films for which Streep received an Oscar nomination, with Cimino’s epic Vietnam War film. We talk about why this film was and still is so controversial — the Russian Roulette scenes and the fac...
2015-08-201h 22
The Next Reel Film PodcastUnder the Cherry Moon • The Next Reel“Yes, Christopher lived for all women, but he died for one."
Prince has always been a flamboyant and eclectic musician, and with the album and film “Purple Rain,” he found a new art form he enjoyed. And one he won an Oscar for — Best Original Song Score. With his next film, he had conflicts with the director so took over and directed it himself. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we wrap up this year’s short guilty pleasure with Pete’s pick — Prince’s 1986 film “Under the Cherry Moon.” We talk about what’s in the film and why, despi...
2015-08-061h 10
The Next Reel Film PodcastVolunteers • The Next Reel“It’s not that I can’t help these people, it’s just that I don’t want to."It’s time for some guilty pleasures! Yes, the two of us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — dig up some films that we love but are generally not considered the greatest of movies. This week, it’s Andy’s turn with his guilty pleasure — Nicholas Meyer’s 1985 Peace Corps comedy “Volunteers.” That’s right, more Tom Hanks action from Andy, proving he’s just about ready to go Annie Wilkes on ol’ Tom. In this week’s episode, we talk about what Andy loves in thi...
2015-07-301h 07
The Next Reel Film PodcastThe Roaring Twenties • The Next Reel“He used to be a big shot."
James Cagney was getting tired of making gangster films for Warner Bros. by the time he starred in Raoul Walsh’s 1939 film “The Roaring Twenties. After all, he really loved comedy and the song-and-dance too. But he clearly was great as a gangster. Look at him in “The Public Enemy” or “White Heat.” He carried a dark energy that really came across in those films as well as this one. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we continue our series on films from 1939 with Walsh’s “The Roaring Twenties.” We talk abo...
2015-07-161h 16
The Next Reel Film PodcastMr. Smith Goes to Washington • The Next Reel“You’re not a Senator, you’re an honorary stooge."
It’s rare to find a film from 75 years ago that feels relevant still in today’s world, but Frank Capra’s 1939 “Mr. Smith Goes to Washington” is one of those films. Corruption in the Senate? Check. Corporate interests secretly working their own machinations behind the scenes to get their political puppets to do their bidding? Check. Cynical office staff who are only interested in making a buck? Check. Sad to say that the only thing that doesn’t feel modern is that a politician like James Stewart’s titular...
2015-07-091h 27
The Next Reel Film PodcastSeconds • The Next Reel“Time for a change."
James Wong Howe shot color films very well, but it was his black-and-white cinematography that he was really known for. He won two Oscars for his B&W cinematography and played with many techniques that influenced filmmakers and cinematographers long after he was gone. The camera work on John Frankenheimer’s 1966 film “Seconds” is no exception. It fits the tone of the film perfectly, creating a sense of unease and discomfort quite often. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we finish our B&W cinematography of James Wong Howe with Frankenheimer’s “Seconds.” W...
2015-06-181h 08
The Next Reel Film PodcastSweet Smell of Success • The Next Reel“Match me, Sidney."
James Wong Howe had just won his Oscar for his black-and-white cinematography for “The Rose Tattoo” when the star of the film, Burt Lancaster, hired him to shoot his next picture, “Sweet Smell of Success.” Howe and director Alexander Mackendrick knew right away that to tell this story properly, they really needed to film on the streets of New York City at night. So they did, and in the process created a stunningly gorgeous and dark film noir that feels like it truly lives in the city, not on some Hollywood soundstage. Join us — Pete Wright...
2015-06-111h 11
The Next Reel Film PodcastKings Row • The Next Reel“Where’s the REST of me?!?!"
“Kings Row” was adapted from a much racier novel from 1940 and had to be sanitized quite a bit because of the Hays Code. They had to leave some pretty big elements out — homosexuality, mercy killings, incest, nymphomania — but even with that, the film still is very dark because of the issues it does deal with. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we continue our Black and White Cinematography of James Wong Howe series with Sam Wood’s 1942 film “Kings Row.” We talk about the adaptation and what had to change in order for th...
2015-06-041h 09
The Next Reel Film PodcastThe Thin Man • The Next ReelJames Wong Howe is often cited as one of the most influential cinematographers there have been. He worked in film from the early days of the silents to the mid-70s when he received his last Oscar nomination for his color work on “Funny Lady.” But his black-and-white cinematography is what he’s primarily known for. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we start up our Black and White Cinematography of James Wong Howe series with W.S. Van Dyke’s 1934 film “The Thin Man.” We talk about the joy of watching this film, and how it really doesn’t c...
2015-05-281h 08
The Next Reel Film PodcastMad Max Fury Road • The Next ReelIn case you haven’t heard, everybody seems to be talking about “Mad Max: Fury Road.” Whether they’re talking about the silly fan theories about who Tom Hardy really is playing in this film, or the ‘meninist’ groups telling people to avoid it because of its feminist agenda, or everyone else talking about the amazing action film that George Miller gave us, it certainly seems to be on people’s minds. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we finish up our Mad Max series with Miller’s latest entry, and our favorite, “Mad Max: Fury Road.” Andy gets to brag about...
2015-05-211h 14
The Next Reel Film PodcastMad Max Beyond Thunderdome • The Next ReelWhile the first two Mad Max films had so much going for them, it sure seemed like a stumble with the third of the trilogy. But that’s looking at it through today’s eyes because some critics like Roger Ebert sure loved it — he put it on his ’10 Best’ list of 1985! Okay, so George Miller had lost his producing partner, Byron Kennedy, and let George Ogilvie co-direct it with him. Maybe that’s why “Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome” seems to be a bit of a stumble. Maybe it was the American financing that made it feel less gritty and more… Hollyw...
2015-05-151h 20
The Next Reel Film PodcastMad Max • The Next Reel“They say people don’t believe in heroes anymore. Well, damn them! You and me, Max, we’re going to give them back their heroes!"
George Miller’s film “Mad Max” came out in 1979 in Australia and became a huge success, going on to become the most profitable film ever until it was unseated from its throne by one Blair Witch. It went on to spur two sequels and, soon, a fourth. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we gear up for one of our most anticipated movies this summer by kicking off our Mad Max series with...
2015-04-301h 13
The Next Reel Film PodcastTouch of Evil • The Next ReelOrson Welles never was one who could direct in the Hollywood studio system without a hitch, and his last studio picture he directed, 1958’s “Touch of Evil,” stands testament to that fact. While the shoot itself went well, the film ran into its issues in post, leaving a truncated version that Welles wasn’t a part of (nor happy with) released on the bottom of a double bill. Luckily, through the plucky determination of producer Rick Schmidlin and editor Walter Murch, an extended version of the film, largely re-edited to Welles’ own notes to the studio, was cut together and releas...
2015-04-231h 13
The Next Reel Film PodcastAce in the Hole • The Next Reel“Bad news sells best, because good news is no news."
From “Double Indemnity” in 1944 through “The Apartment” in 1960 (maybe even “One, Two, Three” in ’61), Billy Wilder really hit his stride. His films were all over the map genre-wise, yet he showed how great a director he was because they’re all incredibly memorable. With his successes, however, he certainly didn’t shy away from making dark pictures from time to time, and “Ace in the Hole” is arguably his darkest. Released in 1951, it came out a time when neither the public nor the critics were ready for something like it and it...
2015-04-161h 28
The Next Reel Film PodcastOut of the Past • The Next Reel“You’re like a leaf that the wind blows from one gutter to another."
The two films most often cited as the ultimate representations of film noir are Billy Wilder’s 1944 film “Double Indemnity” and Jacques Tourneur’s 1947 film “Out of the Past.” Tourneur’s film gives us Robert Mitchum at his laconic best, Jane Greer at her sexiest and Kirk Douglas in one of his earliest roles but already defined by his machismo. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we continue our Film Noir seåries with “Out of the Past.” We talk about what we love about it and h...
2015-04-091h 13
The Next Reel Film PodcastScarlet Street • The Next Reel“I’ve wanted to laugh in your face ever since I first met you. You’re old and ugly and I’m sick of you! Sick! Sick! Sick!"
Fritz Lang may have often had conflicts with his producers, but when he turned out a great film, he made so great that it’s easy to look past his argumentative nature and just focus on the end product. Well, perhaps more so now than at the time. Sure, he had his stinkers, but looking at a magnificent film like “Scarlet Street,” it’s easy to forgive any battles he started and j...
2015-04-021h 13
The Next Reel Film PodcastDouble Indemnity • The Next ReelNobody knew they were making films noir when the genre started in the 40s — it wasn’t until much later when the French dubbed this new run of American films that had a darker bent with snappy dialogue, lots of shadows and femme fatales film noir. Billy Wilder was setting out to make a crime thriller; he didn’t realize at the time that his film “Double Indemnity” would be considered the first real film noir. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we begin our Film Noir series with Wilder’s brilliant film from 1944. We talk about the genre and wh...
2015-03-191h 10
The Next Reel Film PodcastLa Vie en Rose • The Next ReelBiopics come in a variety of shapes and sizes. Olivier Dahan’s film “La Vie en Rose” detailing the life of Edith Piaf, one of France’s greatest singers and international stars, is a whirlwind of a film. Unlike biopics that tell the story linearly, this one wraps its audience in and proceeds to take them on a wild ride all through Piaf’s sadly short life, not so much focused on chronology as much as an emotional journey. It’s a brazen way to tell the story but one that mostly works. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we...
2015-03-121h 19
The Next Reel Film PodcastL.A. Confidential • The Next Reel1997 was a big year for movies, and perhaps that’s because one of the biggest box office sensations — James Cameron’s “Titanic” — was released that year. And while it went on to make a gajillion dollars (okay, just $2.2 billion worldwide), many argue that it’s not actually the best movie of the year, but instead give that title to Curtis Hanson’s crime thriller “L.A. Confidential.” Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we continue our Guess the Connection series with this fantastic film. We talk about the nature of the story as a crime thriller and as, possibly, a neo-noir...
2015-03-051h 20
The Next Reel Film PodcastMillion Dollar Baby • The Next ReelNext up in our Guess the Connection series: Clint Eastwood’s 2004 boxing drama “Million Dollar Baby."
For those of you who have yet to see “Million Dollar Baby,” you probably should just stop reading this and go watch the movie. Even though the movie is nearly 11 years old now, it’s still hard to talk about without going into detail about the change in story direction in the third act. That was a divisive problem at the time of the movie’s release, and while it shouldn’t be a problem now, it feels like it is. But we jump in...
2015-02-261h 20
The Next Reel Film PodcastSyriana • The Next ReelIt’s game time, folks! This current series consists of four films that for all intents and purposes are not related, except for one connection they all have. And that’s the game — guess the connection. We won’t be announcing the films ahead of time — you’ll have to wait until they’re released to see what the films are. And when the podcast about the fourth film in our series is released on Friday, March 13th, the first person to post the correct connection on Facebook or Twitter will win a Next Reel T-shirt! Think you’ve got what it take...
2015-02-191h 14
The Next Reel Film PodcastDelicatessen • The Next ReelWe love doing our Listener’s Choice episodes — it’s a great way for our listeners to get us to finally talk about movies about which conversations are long overdue. Cameron Ryan, our 2014 Pony Prize winner, got to pick the movie this time, and ended up picking the fantastic black comedy “Delicatessen,” a movie that we both love but for whatever reason just hadn’t gotten around to discussing yet. So now finally, join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we enjoy another Listener’s Choice episode with one of our faves, the Jean-Pierre Jeunet & Marc Caro 1991 film “Delicatessen.” We ta...
2015-02-121h 22
The Next Reel Film PodcastThe Man in the White Suit • The Next ReelEaling Studios comedies, particularly the ones we’ve been talking about, have all had a bit of an anti-establishment feel to them but “The Man in the White Suit” feels like they were trying to something a bit more with it. The film is fascinating satirical comedy looking at the relationship between the factory owners and the union laborers in England back in the 50s that doesn’t just focus on their differences but also finds a way to bring the two groups together. The reason for their coming together is, of course, the titular character, played wonderfully by Sir Alec...
2015-01-221h 07
The Next Reel Film PodcastThe Lavender Hill Mob • The Next ReelSir Alec Guinness had already proven both his comedic and dramatic prowess by the time he came to Ealing Studios’ “The Lavender Hill Mob” in 1951, a point in his career when he was making two films a year. He’d continue working in both comedy and drama throughout his career, but we’re lucky to still be talking about his comedies because “The Lavender Hill Mob” is an absolute delight. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we continue our Sir Alec Guinness series with a conversation about his seventh film, directed by Charles Crichton. We talk about the comedy in this...
2015-01-151h 07
The Next Reel Film PodcastKind Hearts and Coronets • The Next ReelSir Alec Guinness may always be remembered as Obi Wan Kenobi, but his career goes far beyond those three little science fiction films he did late in his career. He worked many times with David Lean. He gave life to the spy George Smiley long before Gary Oldman. And he starred in a number of the great Ealing comedies, his first of which is “Kind Hearts and Coronets,” where he pulls a Peter Sellers by playing 8 of the characters in the film. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we begin our Sir Alec Guinness series by talking about Ro...
2015-01-081h 17
The Next Reel Film PodcastThe Poseidon Adventure • The Next ReelThe end of 2014, the beginning of 2015. Happy New Year, everybody! And what a better way to celebrate than with Ronald Neame’s 1972 disaster classic “The Poseidon Adventure.” Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we enjoy the holiday with a wonderful conversation about this infamous ship. We talk about the nature of disaster movies from the 70s and producer Irwin Allen — the Master of Disaster — and how this genre turned into quite a thing for him. We discuss the ideas within the film, notably the religious elements, and look at what the film might be trying to say about those el...
2015-01-011h 10
The Next Reel Film PodcastThe Bishop's Wife • The Next ReelHappy holidays! It’s time for another Christmas movie pick to celebrate, and we’re jumping back to 1947 to talk about Henry Koster’s “The Bishop’s Wife.” Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we dive into this perennial classic starring Cary Grant, Loretta Young and David Niven. We talk about how the film works for us and compare that with what we were expecting, considering neither of us had seen this film before. We chat about the brilliant Niven, the casual and awesome Grant, and the loving Young playing the titular character. We spend some time deliberating on...
2014-12-261h 08
The Next Reel Film PodcastRequiem for a Dream • The Next ReelPhew. This film should be required viewing for all high school seniors. It’s brutal and intense, but also honest and powerful in its depiction of addiction. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we finish up our series on the immensely gifted actress Ellen Burstyn with Darren Aronofsky’s 2000 film “Requiem for a Dream.” We discuss why this film is so powerful, and what creating a film that goes to the places this one goes to meant in the filmmakers’ battle with the MPAA over the rating. We talk about the performances — Burstyn’s heartbreaking portrayal of a mother addicted...
2014-12-191h 38
The Next Reel Film PodcastThe Exorcist • The Next ReelIt’s pretty rare for a film to come along that has such a visceral effect on people when they’re watching it where they faint or throw up because it’s so overwhelming. When “The Exorcist” was released just after Christmas in 1973, it had that effect. People flocked to it in droves and seemed to have these heightened reactions to it, whether because they were so scared or they felt it was truly evil. It’s a fascinating case study in how religion and horror draws people to the theatre. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we continue our...
2014-12-111h 38
The Next Reel Film PodcastAlice Doesn't Live Here Anymore • The Next ReelEllen Burstyn won her Oscar for Best Actress for her powerful turn as Alice Hyatt in Martin Scorsese’s 1974 film “Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore,” and it was clearly well-deserved. Always an actress in pursuit of roles as strong female characters, Burstyn took this film on after her huge success with “The Exorcist.” Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we start our Ellen Burstyn series with “Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore.” We talk about the film as a whole, looking at the journey this widow takes with her son told in a very realistic, gritty, yet comedic way. We di...
2014-12-041h 30
The Next Reel Film PodcastO Brother, Where Art Thou? • The Next ReelJoel and Ethan Coen must have a funny sense of humor, because the idea of making an “adaptation” of Homer’s ‘The Odyssey’ without having read it just seems like a bad idea when I picture anyone else doing it, but with them it seems like that’s part of the joke. They put enough of the story into this film to warrant it being credited as an adaption but certainly create a world of their own within the context of the film — 1930s Mississippi. And the Coens are masters of creating worlds within their films. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy...
2014-11-271h 20
The Next Reel Film PodcastThe Big Lebowski • The Next ReelIt seems appropriate to the character of the Dude that “The Big Lebowski” took its time finding its audience. Coming fresh on the heels of their first Oscar-winning hit, “Fargo,” the Coen Brothers’ 7th film had a strange sense of humor, felt disjointed, was full of swearing, and didn’t connect with audiences or critics, who were all largely left scratching their heads. But time was on the side of the movie as people continued to discover it, turning it into a much-loved cult classic — with its own annual festival even. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we continue our Co...
2014-11-211h 22
The Next Reel Film PodcastRaising Arizona • The Next ReelIt’s time for some laughs! Kicking off our series of Coen brother comedies, we jump in with the second film of theirs, “Raising Arizona.” Coming after “Blood Simple,” they certainly went 180 degrees with this wild comedy. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we talk about this hilarious 1987 film. We talk about why the film works for us and what we like about it — and why it’s so stinkin’ funny! We discuss the performances — Nicolas Cage, Holly Hunter, John Goodman, William Forsythe, Trey Wilson, Frances McDormand and more — and look at what they bring to the table and why they all w...
2014-11-131h 23
The Next Reel Film PodcastDefending Your Life • The Next ReelIt’s time for another Listener’s Choice episode! For this round, listener Jeremy Wickett was chosen and gave us Albert Brooks’ 1991 film “Defending Your Life” to discuss. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we talk about Brooks’ movie. We talk with Wickett about why he likes the movie and what made him pick this film as the one he wanted to hear us cover on the show. We discuss our own opinions about the film, look at some of the problems it has, and, even though neither of us ended up loving it like Wickett does, look at what wor...
2014-11-061h 07
The Next Reel Film PodcastApt Pupil • The Next ReelBryan Singer’s film “Apt Pupil” was actually the second time the film was under production; the first attempt had several casting issues and when it finally started shooting, ended up running out of funds, killing the project. Perhaps that was a sign that Stephen King’s novella was a bit too tricky to make correctly. It’s a very dark story that doesn’t really have any likable characters in it. Singer’s 1998 adaptation toned much of the violence from the book down, but also took a different angle with the ending that many people, including us, felt didn’t work. J...
2014-10-301h 08
The Next Reel Film PodcastStand By Me • The Next ReelPerhaps it was because elements of the novella ‘The Body’ were autobiographical that the story has so much heart compared to Stephen King’s previous works. Perhaps it was because there weren’t supernatural elements. Or that it didn’t fall into the horror genre. Whatever the reason, ‘The Body’ and the film based on it, Rob Reiner’s 1986 film “Stand By Me,” are beautiful and touching stories about childhood, growing up, friendship, and journeys. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we talk about the next film in our King series, "Stand By Me.” We talk about what this film says for us...
2014-10-161h 20
The Next Reel Film PodcastChristine • The Next ReelThere's something about your first love, and there's something about your first car. Stephen King found an interesting way to tap into that with his novel "Christine," and John Carpenter found an interesting way to develop it even further in his 1983 adaptation. Sure, the car may be possessed, but Arnie sure falls for his car... and she for him. It's an interesting take, and one we delve into this week. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we continue our Stephen King series with Carpenter's "Christine." We talk about our first experiences with this film and how that comp...
2014-10-091h 21
The Next Reel Film PodcastThe Dead Zone • The Next ReelBack in the 70s and 80s, Stephen King's stories generally had a lot more scares in them, as did their cinematic equivalents. Perhaps that's why David Cronenberg's adaptation of "The Dead Zone" feels a bit out of place — it comes off as much more of a dramatic thriller than a horror film. It certainly garnered critical praise and found its audience, but 31 years later, it comes across a bit dated. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we continue our Stephen King series with 1983's "The Dead Zone." We talk about our feelings of the movie when we first...
2014-10-021h 02
The Next Reel Film PodcastCujo • The Next ReelThere's something truly terrifying about a lovable pet turning on you and attacking. Especially when that pet is a St. Bernard, one of the big dogs with a small barrel of brandy around its neck that's supposed to rescue people lost in the snowy Alps. But that's what makes for great horror, right? Turning something lovable into something horrible. And Stephen King did that perfectly in his novel "Cujo," which was turned into a film in 1983. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we continue our King series with Lewis Teague's great horror film "Cujo." We talk about what...
2014-09-251h 15
The Next Reel Film PodcastCreepshow • The Next ReelGeorge A. Romero had already established himself as a master of the horror genre when he and Stephen King created their horror anthology film "Creepshow." With two stories based on King's short stories and three original stories written just for this, Romero created a film that pays homage to the great horror comics from the 40s and 50s, like Tales From the Crypt. It balances horror with humor, all in a beautifully stylized comic book template. Join us -- Pete Wright and Andy Nelson -- as we continue our Stephen King series with Romero's 1982 film "Creepshow." We discuss this...
2014-09-181h 23
The Next Reel Film PodcastThe Shining • The Next ReelStephen King may not have been a fan of what Stanley Kubrick did when he turned King’s third novel, “The Shining,” into one of his films, but audiences didn’t seem to mind. King purists still have problems with some of Kubrick’s decisions, but the film has withstood the test of time and still stands up as one of the great horror movies out there. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we begin our Stephen King series with Kubrick’s “The Shining.” We talk about how the film works for us and why, looking at which of the perform...
2014-09-111h 18
The Next Reel Film PodcastLabor Day • The Next ReelThere is something interesting about going into a film that's had as many bad reviews as Jason Reitman's "Labor Day" has had, and that has flopped at the box office. Does it taint our own views or make us more critical of it? Hard to say, but it certainly makes for an interesting exploration of a film that works in some ways and doesn't in others. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we celebrate the US's Labor Day holiday weekend with another Reitman film to add to our collection and deliberate on our own views of whether we l...
2014-09-041h 33
The Next Reel Film PodcastThe Good, the Bad, and the Ugly • The Next ReelThe last of Leone's 'Man with no name' trilogy is the longest and considered by many to be the best. By the time he made it, he was a much more assured and mature storyteller. And it shows. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we finish the trilogy with 1966's "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly." We talk about Leone and the style he's been developing over the course of this trilogy, and what he brings to the table this go-around. We chat about both the climactic gun fight as well as the scene immediately after it...
2014-08-281h 17
The Next Reel Film PodcastFor a Few Dollars More • The Next ReelSergio Leone continued building on the mythos that he and Clint Eastwood had created in "A Fistful of Dollars" with the follow-up, "For a Few Dollars More," and it is in this film that Eastwood really developed so many of the tropes that he would continue using throughout his career. The squinting, silent gazes he'd give before gunning someone down. The one-liners. And for Eastwood's other westerns, a defined look. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we continue our misnamed Man With No Name trilogy series and talk about Eastwood in his second film with Leone, 1965's "For...
2014-08-211h 15
The Next Reel Film PodcastA Fistful of Dollars • The Next ReelSpaghetti Westerns didn't completely begin with Sergio Leone's 1964 film "A Fistful of Dollars," but his film certainly set a new bar — and created an international audience — for these films. This film revitalized a genre that had been slowly dying by getting rid of the black hat/white hat type of story that instead focused on characters who had a lot more gray in them. And this film is really the film that set Leone on his way to making the types of films he'd continue making throughout his career. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we start our Man...
2014-08-141h 22
The Next Reel Film Podcast12 Monkeys • The Next ReelTerry Gilliam has said that 'The Fisher King' and 'Twelve Monkeys' were two of the easiest films for him to make. Perhaps that's because he found the right way to work in the studio system, perhaps it's because he found the right people to work with, perhaps it's because he wasn't working with his own scripts. It's hard to say why that is, but they certainly proved successful at the box office, showing that Gilliam wasn't box office poison and allowing him to continue his career. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we conclude our Terry Gilliam seri...
2014-08-071h 35
The Next Reel Film PodcastThe Fisher King • The Next ReelAfter the financial disaster that was 'The Adventures of Baron Munchausen,' Terry Gilliam needed a way to prove to the studio brass that he could make a great movie that was on budget and made money at the box office. He found it in 'The Fisher King,' the film he made and released in 1991. Join us — Pete Wright and Andy Nelson — as we continue our Terry Gilliam series with the fantastic 'The Fisher King.' We talk about why this film works so well for us, even if Roger Ebert clearly didn't click with it. We discuss the...
2014-07-311h 26