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Two Friends! With A Podcast36: Continuing the DiscussionThomas & Justin have kept their prolific weekly pace of 2022 going with yet another discussion covering Justin contemplaying moving abroad and Thomas' latest film project.2022-09-121h 02
Two Friends! With A PodcastNew Year Same FriendsAfter a couple months without an episode, we catch up and provide excuses for the hiatus. Thomas goes in depth on the new indie film project he's been working on. Links: Podcast: www.twofriendswithapodcast.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/twofriendspod Thomas: www.thomastorrey.com Bad Theology: www.badtheologypictures.com Copyright 2021 Bad Theology Pictures Inc. 2022-01-031h 17
Two Friends! With A PodcastNostalgiaThomas & Justin have a totally unplanned, but fun and insightful, discussion on nostalgia, including favorite concerts, vinyl records, video games and more. Plus, Thomas gives some film project updates. Notes: "Beloved - Kiss It Goodbye Live DVD" is available here on YouTube. For more on the band Beloved, visit their Facebook page here. "Only Murders in the Building" is available on Hulu. The Shashibo Cube is available on Amazon. Links: Podcast: www.twofriendswithapodcast.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/twofriendspod Thomas: www.t...2021-10-121h 02
Two Friends! With A PodcastBomb TurkeysThomas and Justin fight over which bomb turkeys (movies that failed both commercially and critically) are worth defending, including Last Action Hero, Orange County and The Lake House. Notes: "Last Action Hero" and "Orange County" are available on HBOMax. "The Lake House" is available to rent on iTunes, etc. "Rudy" is available on Amazon Prime. "Ted Lasso" is available on Apple TV+. Links: Podcast: www.twofriendswithapodcast.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/twofriendspod Thomas: www.thomastorrey.com Bad Theology: www.ba...2021-09-151h 30
Two Friends! With A PodcastGood TitlesWhat makes a good movie or book title? We spend more time than is appropriate discussing this very question. Plus, Justin weighs on in on current COVID concerns, and Thomas recommends the best film of 2021 so far. Notes: "Spinning Silver" by Naomi Novik is available wherever you get your books. "Pig" is available to rent on iTunes, Amazon or wherever you rent movies. "Keep the River On Your Right" is, in fact, a documentary, and its full title is: "Keep the River On Your Right: A Modern Cannibal Tale". Li...2021-08-231h 09
Two Friends! With A PodcastBack in the SaddleBack from a short summer hiatus we have a low energy conversation on the books we're reading, movie exhibition and online login portals. Featuring the music of Jude Moses. Notes: "Foundation" is coming to Apple TV+ September 24. "Billie Eilish: The World's A Little Blurry" is available on Apple TV+. Links: Podcast: www.twofriendswithapodcast.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/twofriendspod Thomas: www.thomastorrey.com Bad Theology: www.badtheologypictures.com Copyright 2021 Bad Theology Pictures Inc. 2021-08-0943 min
Two Friends! With A PodcastA Midsummer QuickieJuly travel has got us all busy, but we wanted to check in quickly with an unpolished, unedited episode for some updates on Thomas's film pitching at the Cannes Market, Justin's new work position, and a few picks to get you through the summer heat. Notes: "Gunpowder Milkshake" is available on Netflix. "I Think You Should Leave" is available on Netflix. "Mare of Easttown" is available on HBO. "No Sudden Move" is available on HBO. Links: Podcast: www.twofriendswithapodcast.com Instagram: www.instagram.c...2021-07-1629 min
Two Friends! With A PodcastA Quiet Place Part 2 / Bo BurnhamThomas and Justin discuss two new movies: "A Quiet Place Part 2" and Bo Burnham's comedy special "Inside". Plus, the guys have a thoughtful discussion on the tolls we pay to travel the roads we take. Notes: Thanks to Tom Cochrane for "Life is a Highway". "A Quiet Place Part 2" is currently in theaters. "Inside" by Bo Burnham is available Netflix. "Saints & Cinema" Podcast can be found at https://www.saintsandcinema.com. Links: Podcast: www.twofriendswithapodcast.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/twofriendspod Th...2021-06-2855 min
Two Friends! With A PodcastVillainsThomas and Justin dive deep and wide into a discussion on movie villains and their tragic backstories. Plus, the guys wrestle with how we're supposed to view the villains of everyday life, and the degree to which art and life influence each other. All that and more. Notes: Featured music: "Transgressor" by Quiet Company. www.quietcompanymusic.com "The Mitchells vs The Machines" is available on Netflix. "Inside" and "Make Happy" by Bo Burnham are available Netflix. "Nanette" by Hannah Gadsby is available on Netflix. The mountains are li...2021-06-081h 16
Two Friends! With A PodcastNev SchulmanTV host and producer Nev Schulman joins Thomas and Justin for an in-depth conversation on Catfish the movie and TV show, Dancing with the Stars, fatherhood, social media, vintage cars, motorcycles and so much more. Plus, Thomas gives a shout out to the band Luxury on the release of their feature documentary, Parallel Love. Notes: Nev Schulman can be found at www.nevschulman.com. Parallel Love: The Story of a Band Called Luxury can be found at https://www.parallel-love.com. Featured musical guest Luxury can be found at https://luxury...2021-05-241h 13
Two Friends! With A PodcastProductivity Addiction / AgentsThomas and Justin discuss updates on their respective projects, including Justin's novel and Thomas' film, leading to a conversation on agents in show business. Plus, Thomas' backyard firepit redesign leads to a poignant discussion on our cultural addiction to productivity. 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:13 Justin's Novel Update 00:07:25 Agents 00:25:01 Thomas' Film Update 00:30:52 Hedging Hope 00:37:01 Addicted to Productivity 00:59:30 Two Picks! 01:06:43 Outro Links: Podcast: www.twofriendswithapodcast.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/twofriendspod Thomas: www.thomastorrey.com Bad Theology: www...2021-05-111h 08
Two Friends! With A PodcastStory StructureThomas and Justin break down the different models of story structure using Die Hard as a template. Plus, they offer a short career highlight of Chinese director John Woo. 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:21 Sun Valley Film Festival Producers Grant 00:03:14 John Woo 00:14:08 Story Structure, Part 1 00:37:59 Story Structure, Part 2 00:58:35 Two Picks! 01:04:52 Outro Notes: Google "Freytag's Pyramid" for myriad discussions on this structure model. "The Myth of the 3 Act Structure" by Film Critics Hulk Poetics by Aristotle The Might Ducks: Game Chang...2021-04-261h 07
Two Friends! With A PodcastBest Films of 2020Justin humors Thomas by letting him recount his favorite films of 2020, in honor of the upcoming Academy Awards. They even fight about one of them. 00:00:00 Intro 00:03:28 Best Films of 2020, Part 1 00:29:46 Best Films of 2020, Part 2 00:59:22 Two Picks! & Outro Notes: Bad Education is available to stream on HBOMax. Nomadland is available to stream on Hulu. Ma Rainey's Black Bottom is available to stream on Netflix. One Night in Miami is available to stream on Prime. Minari is available for rent or purcha...2021-04-121h 02
Two Friends! With A PodcastProduction Pivot / VaccinesThomas gives an update on his feature film project, how financing challenges are causing him to pivot, and the alchemy of getting a movie made. Plus, Justin explains how vaccines work and the benefits of a guilt-free nap. 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:24 Vaccines 00:12:11 "All the Names We Buried" Update 00:26:28 Timing 00:37:02 One Last Try 00:40:26 Two Picks! 00:45:24 Outro Notes: Visit blurb.com for more information on making a cool photo book. Links: Podcast: www.twofriendswithapodcast.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/t...2021-03-2947 min
Two Friends! With A PodcastJohn Mark McMillanRecording artist John Mark McMillan joins us for an in-depth discussion on his musical journey. He discusses turning a dream into a plan, making a living as an indie music artist, social media marketing, mistakes young artists make, and more. 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:56 A Dream to a Plan 00:18:40 The Business of the Dream 00:29:33 Making a Living 00:32:42 Social Media Marketing 00:38:22 The Economics of Music 00:45:32 The Next Ten Years 00:54:43 Albums That Still Hold Up 00:58:37 Three Picks! 01:04:23 Outro Notes: John Mar...2021-03-151h 07
Two Friends! With A PodcastDialog & World BuildingWe discuss writing dialog for film and novels, as well as the craft of hard world building versus soft world building. 00:00:00 Intro 00:03:35 Writing Dialog 00:31:15 Dialog from Michael Clayton 00:36:00 Dialog from David Mamet 00:38:56 Dialog from Goodbye Solo 00:41:27 Dialog from Hell or High Water 00:44:37 World Building 01:05:58 Two Picks! 01:10:24 Outro Notes: Just read dialog excerpts from the books "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng and "The Sound and the Fury" by William Faulkner. Thomas played dialog excerpts from the...2021-03-011h 12
Two Friends! With A PodcastDemystifying What We DoWe unpack and demystify our respective jobs as a scientist in the biotech world (Justin) and as a director in film and commercials (Thomas). Plus, Justin lends his expertise to a discussion on the COVID vaccine, and more. Chapters 00:00 - Intro 01:11 - COVID Vaccine 09:52 - What Justin Does as a Scientist 27:51 - What Thomas Does as a Director 50:39 - Two Picks! Recommendations 55:20 - Outro Notes & Links: "The Left Hand of Darkness" by Ursula K. Le Guin is available on Amazon. 2021-02-1557 min
Two Friends! With A PodcastThe Types of CreativityWe discuss the two types of creativity, establishing creative rituals and creating a creative environment to work in. In addition, Justin confesses to not liking Star Wars or Lord of the Rings and we go deep on survival tactics in the arctic (courtesy of "Alone"). Chapters 00:00 - Intro 01:01 - Star Wars & Lord of the Rings 07:56 - The Types of Creativity 32:52 - Creative Environment 42:47 - Beat Saber 45:17 - Alone 53:36 - Outro Notes & Links: "Imagine: How Creativity Works" by Jonah Lehrer i...2021-02-0154 min
Two Friends! With A PodcastThe Netflix Problem / Bravery in PainIn episode 02 of our podcast, filmmaker Thomas Torrey and scientist Justin Moretto discuss how the current streaming landscape is hurting cinematic art. In addition, the guys discuss their personal experiences with trauma and the things people say to console. Chapters 00:00 - Intro 01:11 - Typewriters & Samsung 05:03 - The Netflix Problem 34:42 - Bravery in Pain 53:12 - Two Picks! Notes & Links: "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom" is available on Netflix. Links: Podcast: www.twofriendswithapodcast.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/twofriendspod 2021-01-2556 min
Two Friends! With A PodcastIdentity CrisisIn episode 01 of our podcast, filmmaker Thomas Torrey and scientist Justin Moretto discuss how they launched a film company together which lead to difficult but formative crises of identity (and finances). In addition, they discuss the paranormal scifi novel that Justin is currently writing, and argue about the difference between plot and situation. Chapters 00:00 - Intro 00:58 - Our Backstory 14:03 - Minor Premise is Out Now! 14:51 - Identity Crises 37:42 - Justin's Novel 45:26 - Situation vs. Plot 01:01:10 - It's A Wonderful Life 01:06:10...2021-01-081h 11