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Leaving the TheaterWeapons (that's right, Ronald went to horror movie by himself (it was terrifying))Ronald Young Jr. reviews Weapons by himself…that’s right, by himself. RYJ goes to a horror movie alone…it was terrifying, but also worth it!RYJ - 4 of 5 starsFollow me on IG, TikTok, Threads, Bluesky, and Letterbxd - @ohitsbigronAvailable in theatersStarring Julia Garner, Josh Brolin, Cary Christopher, Alden Ehrenreich, Austin Abrams, Benedict Wong, and Amy MadiganWritten and Directed by Zach CreggerFor more information about Weapons, check out this linkSupport Leaving the Theater on Patreon using this link
2025-08-1115 min
Leaving the TheaterF1 (w/o Chioke I'anson)Ronald Young Jr. reviews F1…without Chioke I’anson RYJ wonders if caring for your children is more important than coming to see a movie with Ronald.RYJ - 4.25 of 5 stars (actually, upon reflection, I think this is probably a 4 or a 3.99 movie)Follow me on IG, TikTok, Threads, Bluesky, and Letterbxd - @ohitsbigronAvailable in theatersStarring Brad Pitt, Damson Idris, Kerry Condon, Tobias Menzies, Kim Bodnia, Javier Bardem, Shea Whigham, and Joseph BalderramaWritten by Ehren Krugerirected by Joseph KosinskiFor more i...
2025-06-2712 min
Weight For ItThe Origin of Big Fig MattressHost Ronald Young Jr. sits down with Big Fig Mattress president Jeff Brown to find out how the mattress for the bigger figure came to beSpecial thanks to Big Fig Mattress for partnering with us on Season 2. We'll be back with a new season this fall!If you have a story about weight you’d like to share with us, send us an email at weight@ohitsbigron.comFollow Ronald Young Jr. on X, Threads, IG, and TikTok - @ohitsbigronIn the market for a new mattress? Click thi...
2025-03-2805 min
Weight For ItPop Culture Debate Club Android vs iPhoneThis week, we’re bringing you another show hosted by Ronald Young Jr. Pop Culture Debate Club from Lemonada media, and the BBCBeing a pop culture fan naturally comes with a lot of opinions. You’ve got your favorites and you’re ready to defend your picks at a moment’s notice. But who’s right, and who’s just plain wrong? That’s what Pop Culture Debate Club is here to decide. Each week, two notable mega-fans square off, ready to convince host Ronald Young Jr. that their opinion on TV, movies, music, and more is the only on...
2025-01-2338 minWeight For ItPop Culture Debate Club Android vs iPhoneThis week, we’re bringing you another show hosted by Ronald Young Jr. Pop Culture Debate Club from Lemonada media, and the BBCBeing a pop culture fan naturally comes with a lot of opinions. You’ve got your favorites and you’re ready to defend your picks at a moment’s notice. But who’s right, and who’s just plain wrong? That’s what Pop Culture Debate Club is here to decide. Each week, two notable mega-fans square off, ready to convince host Ronald Young Jr. that their opinion on TV, movies, music, and more is the only on...
2025-01-2338 min
Weight For ItThe CoreHost Ronald Young Jr. and story editor Sarah Dealy sit down to answer some listener questions. But one question makes Ronald reflect on his body with thoughts that have been simmering this entire season.Special thanks to Chloe Prasinos, Aaron, and our unnamed listener for allowing us to use their questions for this episode. We'll be back with a new season next fall, in the meantime stay tuned for some important announcements and bonus episodes!If you have a story about weight you’d like to share with us, send us an email at w...
2024-12-1936 minWeight For ItThe CoreHost Ronald Young Jr. and story editor Sarah Dealy sit down to answer some listener questions. But one question makes Ronald reflect on his body with thoughts that have been simmering this entire season.Special thanks to Chloe Prasinos, Aaron, and our unnamed listener for allowing us to use their questions for this episode. We'll be back with a new season next fall, in the meantime stay tuned for some important announcements and bonus episodes!If you have a story about weight you’d like to share with us, send us an email at w...
2024-12-1936 min
Weight For ItLindy West is Older and WiserHost Ronald Young Jr. sits down for a live conversation with Lindy West, writer of the book Shrill Notes from a loud woman. (adapted to the hit show on Hulu) They discuss how the the world has changed in the 8 years since her book was published in 2016, and the state of fat politics today.Special thanks to Lindy West for speaking to us live for this episode. Check out the Text Me Back podcast and subscribe everywhere you listen. Support their Patreon here.Special Thanks to Steven Davy, Candice Springer, Jessica Coughlin, Ben Brock Johnson and...
2024-12-1251 minWeight For ItLindy West is Older and WiserHost Ronald Young Jr. sits down for a live conversation with Lindy West, writer of the book Shrill Notes from a loud woman. (adapted to the hit show on Hulu) They discuss how the the world has changed in the 8 years since her book was published in 2016, and the state of fat politics today.Special thanks to Lindy West for speaking to us live for this episode. Check out the Text Me Back podcast and subscribe everywhere you listen. Support their Patreon here.Special Thanks to Steven Davy, Candice Springer, Jessica Coughlin, Ben Brock Johnson and...
2024-12-1251 min
Weight For ItNever Post - State of PodcastingWeight For It returns on December 5th, until then enjoy this episode of Never Post, a podcast about the internet and the world we live in...Senior producer Hans Buetow leads a conversation with three makers and thinkers in the podcast space — Mia Lobel (Freelance Cafe, fmr. Pushkin Industries), Lauren Passell (Tink Media) and Ronald Young, Jr. (Weight For It). We perform a health check on the podcast industry, to see who it’s working for, and who not.Links:
Alex Goldman’s podcast economics Tweet
Buzzsprout’s podcasting industry stats
IAB’s 2022 Podcasting Advertisin...
2024-11-2156 minWeight For ItNever Post - State of PodcastingWeight For It returns on December 5th, until then enjoy this episode of Never Post, a podcast about the internet and the world we live in...Senior producer Hans Buetow leads a conversation with three makers and thinkers in the podcast space — Mia Lobel (Freelance Cafe, fmr. Pushkin Industries), Lauren Passell (Tink Media) and Ronald Young, Jr. (Weight For It). We perform a health check on the podcast industry, to see who it’s working for, and who not.Links:
Alex Goldman’s podcast economics Tweet
Buzzsprout’s podcasting industry stats
IAB’s 2022 Podcasting Advertisin...
2024-11-2156 min
Weight For ItLive with Tigress OsbornHost Ronald Young Jr. sits down for a conversation with Executive Director of the National Association to Advance Fat Acceptance Tigress Osborn recorded Live at the Miracle Theater in Washington DC. They discuss the history of NAAFA, as well as the history of fat politics and how Tigress sees the movement for fat acceptance today.Special thanks to Tigress Osborn for being a part of this episode. Learn more about her work with NAAFA here.Special Thanks to Pamela Perez, Tom Tyra, Isaiah Headen, and all the staff at The Miracle Theater and Union Stage...
2024-11-1454 minWeight For ItLive with Tigress OsbornHost Ronald Young Jr. sits down for a conversation with Executive Director of the National Association to Advance Fat Acceptance Tigress Osborn recorded Live at the Miracle Theater in Washington DC. They discuss the history of NAAFA, as well as the history of fat politics and how Tigress sees the movement for fat acceptance today.Special thanks to Tigress Osborn for being a part of this episode. Learn more about her work with NAAFA here.Special Thanks to Pamela Perez, Tom Tyra, Isaiah Headen, and all the staff at The Miracle Theater and Union Stage...
2024-11-1454 min
Leaving the TheaterAnora (ronald spirals in real time at the end)Ronald Young Jr. reviews Anora… RYJ ponders if a movie is good because he's told it’s good or because it’s actually good.RYJ 4 of 5 starsFollow me on IG, Tiktok, and Threads - @ohitsbigronAvailable in theatersStarring Mikey Madison, Mark Eydelesteyn, Yura Borisov, and Karren KaraguliaWritten and Directed by Sean BakerFor more information about Anora check out this linkSupport Leaving the Theater on Patreon using this link
2024-11-1316 min
Leaving the TheaterMegalopolis (or another angry review from Ronald)Ronald Young Jr. reviews Megalopolis… RYJ pontificates upon spending your money wisely.RYJ - 0 of 5 starsFollow me on IG, Tiktok, and Threads - @ohitsbigronAvailable in theatersStarring Adam Driver, Giancarlo Esposito, Nathalie Emmanuel, Aubrey Plaza, Shia LaBeouf, Jon Voight, Laurence Fishburne, Talia Shire, Jason Schwartzman, Kathryn Hunter, Grace VanderWaal, Chloe Fineman, James Remar, D.B. Sweeney, and Dustin HoffmanWritten and Directed by Francis Ford CoppolaFor more information about Megalopolis check out this linkSupport Leaving the Theater on Patreon using this lin...
2024-10-2112 min
Weight For ItDesired yet UnwantedIn a conversation with influencer Carmen Rene Smith, host RYJ discusses her experiences as a plus sized influencer and how that frames her thinking on weight.Special thanks to Carmen Rene Smith for being a part of this episode. You can follow Carmen on IG @eatthecaketooIf you have a story about weight you’d like to share with us, send us an email at weight@ohitsbigron.comFollow Ronald Young Jr. on X, Threads, IG, and TikTok - @ohitsbigronIn the market for a new mattress? Click this link and the...
2024-10-1739 minWeight For ItDesired yet UnwantedIn a conversation with influencer Carmen Rene Smith, host RYJ discusses her experiences as a plus sized influencer and how that frames her thinking on weight.Special thanks to Carmen Rene Smith for being a part of this episode. You can follow Carmen on IG @eatthecaketooIf you have a story about weight you’d like to share with us, send us an email at weight@ohitsbigron.comFollow Ronald Young Jr. on X, Threads, IG, and TikTok - @ohitsbigronIn the market for a new mattress? Click this link and the...
2024-10-1739 min
Leaving the TheaterSaturday NightRonald Young Jr. reviews Saturday Night…RYJ wonders what happens when young folks age, and their ideas age with themRYJ - 4 of 5 starsFollow me on IG, Threads,Twitter, and TikTok - @ohitsbigronAvailable in TheatersStarring Gabriel LaBelle, Rachel Sennott, Cory Michael Smith, Ella Hunt, Dylan O’Brien, Lamorne Morris, Finna Wolfhard, Nicholas Braun, Willem Dafoe, and JK SimmonsWritten by Gil Kenan and Jason ReitmanDirected by Jason ReitmanFor more information about Saturday Night check out this linkSupport Leaving the Theater on P...
2024-10-1515 min
Weight For ItBBWStory Editor and Guest Host Sarah Dealy goes on a journey to find the origin of the term BBW and discover how its meaning changed so drastically in the years since it was first coined. Special thanks to Carole Shaw, Tigress Osborn, Lauren Downing Peters, Cristie and Rachael, and everyone at the beach! for being a part of this episode.If you have a story about weight you’d like to share with us, send us an email at weight@ohitsbigron.comFollow Ronald Young Jr. on X, Threads, IG, and TikTok - @ohi...
2024-10-1045 minWeight For ItBBWStory Editor and Guest Host Sarah Dealy goes on a journey to find the origin of the term BBW and discover how its meaning changed so drastically in the years since it was first coined. Special thanks to Carole Shaw, Tigress Osborn, Lauren Downing Peters, Cristie and Rachael, and everyone at the beach! for being a part of this episode.If you have a story about weight you’d like to share with us, send us an email at weight@ohitsbigron.comFollow Ronald Young Jr. on X, Threads, IG, and TikTok - @ohi...
2024-10-1045 min
Weight For ItThe Origin of a Break UpElna Baker joins host Ronald Young Jr. for a conversation recorded live at On Air Fest in Brooklyn in February 2024. In it Elna reveals more about her story featured in the popular episode of This American Life entitled Tell Me I'm Fat.Special thanks to Elna Baker for being a part of this episode. You can hear more from Elna Baker on her podcast Pretty Sure I can Fly with Johnny Knoxville and Elna BakerIf you have a story about weight you’d like to share with us, send us an email at weight@ohit...
2024-10-0335 minWeight For ItThe Origin of a Break UpElna Baker joins host Ronald Young Jr. for a conversation recorded live at On Air Fest in Brooklyn in February 2024. In it Elna reveals more about her story featured in the popular episode of This American Life entitled Tell Me I'm Fat.Special thanks to Elna Baker for being a part of this episode. You can hear more from Elna Baker on her podcast Pretty Sure I can Fly with Johnny Knoxville and Elna BakerIf you have a story about weight you’d like to share with us, send us an email at weight@ohit...
2024-10-0335 min
Weight For ItFFGTypically the stories we hear about fat women and dating are about undesirability and rejection. But today's story is not one of those.Special Thanks to Cristie Wilson and Dr. Kate ManneIf you have a story about weight you’d like to share with us, send us an email at weight@ohitsbigron.comFollow Ronald Young Jr. on X, Threads, IG, and TikTok - @ohitsbigronIn the market for a new mattress? Click this link and the Big Fig Bed Builder quiz for discounts on your next sleep system Cr...
2024-09-2624 minWeight For ItFFGTypically the stories we hear about fat women and dating are about undesirability and rejection. But today's story is not one of those.Special Thanks to Cristie Wilson and Dr. Kate ManneIf you have a story about weight you’d like to share with us, send us an email at weight@ohitsbigron.comFollow Ronald Young Jr. on X, Threads, IG, and TikTok - @ohitsbigronIn the market for a new mattress? Click this link and the Big Fig Bed Builder quiz for discounts on your next sleep system Cr...
2024-09-2624 min
Weight For ItInto Thin AirBrigid was headed on vacation, she strapped into her seat prepared for what should have been an uneventful flight. But then she got a lot more than she bargained for. In this episode host Ronald Young Jr. examines the state of flying as a fat person with special guest Aubrey Gordon.Special Thanks to Brigid Quinn McDonnell, Aubrey Gordon, Hannah Sampson, Andrea Sachs, Diyana Howell and the rest of the kind folks at the Washington Post.If you have a story about weight you’d like to share with us, send us an email at weig...
2024-09-1939 minWeight For ItInto Thin AirBrigid was headed on vacation, she strapped into her seat prepared for what should have been an uneventful flight. But then she got a lot more than she bargained for. In this episode host Ronald Young Jr. examines the state of flying as a fat person with special guest Aubrey Gordon.Special Thanks to Brigid Quinn McDonnell, Aubrey Gordon, Hannah Sampson, Andrea Sachs, Diyana Howell and the rest of the kind folks at the Washington Post.If you have a story about weight you’d like to share with us, send us an email at weig...
2024-09-1939 min
Weight For ItRunning while fatIn a conversation with fat marathon runner Martinus Evans, host Ronald Young Jr discusses how running can be exclusionary for fat folks and ways that Martinus overcame that.Special thanks to Martinus Evans for being a part of this episode. You can find out more about his work by clicking this link or following him on IG @martinusevansIf you have a story about weight you’d like to share with us, send us an email at weight@ohitsbigron.comFollow Ronald Young Jr. on X, Threads, IG, and TikTok - @ohitsbigronI...
2024-09-1235 minWeight For ItRunning while fatIn a conversation with fat marathon runner Martinus Evans, host Ronald Young Jr discusses how running can be exclusionary for fat folks and ways that Martinus overcame that.Special thanks to Martinus Evans for being a part of this episode. You can find out more about his work by clicking this link or following him on IG @martinusevansIf you have a story about weight you’d like to share with us, send us an email at weight@ohitsbigron.comFollow Ronald Young Jr. on X, Threads, IG, and TikTok - @ohitsbigronI...
2024-09-1235 min
Weight For ItThe Weight of SorrowIn this Season 2 premiere episode host Ronald Young Jr grapples with the impending loss of his mother while still thinking about his weight.Special thanks to my sister Marilyn Denise Young, my Father Ronald Young Sr. our dear friend Carolyn Perry, and of course to my mother, the late and always great forever loved Peggy Lee YoungIf you have a story about weight you’d like to share with us, send us an email at weight@ohitsbigron.comFollow Ronald Young Jr. on X, Threads, IG, and TikTok - @ohitsbigronIn...
2024-09-0531 minWeight For ItThe Weight of SorrowIn this Season 2 premiere episode host Ronald Young Jr grapples with the impending loss of his mother while still thinking about his weight.Special thanks to my sister Marilyn Denise Young, my Father Ronald Young Sr. our dear friend Carolyn Perry, and of course to my mother, the late and always great forever loved Peggy Lee YoungIf you have a story about weight you’d like to share with us, send us an email at weight@ohitsbigron.comFollow Ronald Young Jr. on X, Threads, IG, and TikTok - @ohitsbigronIn...
2024-09-0531 min
Leaving the TheaterIf (or Ronald's angriest review)Ronald Young Jr. reviews If by himself…RYJ gives the most emotional review he’s ever given on an episode of LTTRYJ - 1.5 of 5 starsFollow me on IG, Threads,Twitter, and TikTok - @ohitsbigronAvailable in TheatersStarring Cailey Fleming, Ryan Reynolds, John Krasinski, Fiona Shaw, Alan Kim, Liza Colon-Zayas, and Bobby MoynihanWritten and Directed by John KrasinskiFor more information about IF check out this linkSupport Leaving the Theater on Patreon using this link
2024-05-2013 min
The Truth In This Art: Stories That MatterDC-based Podcaster Ronald Young Jr. shares his podcasting journey and the power of storytellingIn this episode of The Truth in This Art, host Rob Lee interviews Ronald Young Jr., a critically acclaimed audio producer, host, storyteller, and pop culture enthusiast. They discuss Ronald's journey in storytelling, his early experiences with audio production, and his passion for vulnerable and impactful storytelling. 🎙📚🎧Episode Highlights:Ronald's earliest memories of storytelling in church and his love for movies and television. [00:02:09-00:02:23] 🕰️📖🎥How Ronald's interest in audio storytelling developed through programs like Adventures in Odyssey and The Big Broadcast. [00:04:10-00:04:21] 📻🎙️Ronald's journey in audio production, from working in radio to starting his own podcasts. [00:05:27...
2024-02-141h 04
Weight For ItWrapping UpEditor Sarah Dealy sits down with Host Ronald Young Jr. as they reflect back on this season of Weight For It, and pontificate on the future of the show.If you have a story about weight you’d like to share with us, send us an email at weight@ohitsbigron.comFollow Ronald Young Jr. on Twitter, Threads, IG, and TikTok - @ohitsbigronCreditsCreator/Host - Ronald Young Jr.Editor - Sarah DealySound Design and Mixing - The Reverend John Delore of Starlight Diner...
2023-09-2833 minWeight For ItWrapping UpEditor Sarah Dealy sits down with Host Ronald Young Jr. as they reflect back on this season of Weight For It, and pontificate on the future of the show.If you have a story about weight you’d like to share with us, send us an email at weight@ohitsbigron.comFollow Ronald Young Jr. on Twitter, Threads, IG, and TikTok - @ohitsbigronCreditsCreator/Host - Ronald Young Jr.Editor - Sarah DealySound Design and Mixing - The Reverend John Delore of Starlight Diner...
2023-09-2833 min
Weight For ItDestruction w/ Da'Shaun HarrisonAfter 5 episodes of pontificating on weight host Ronald Young Jr. starts to truly consider what escaping from our culture of fatphobia looks like. Featuring activist and writer Da’Shaun Harrison.Special thanks to Jon Breeding, Tracy Cox, and Da’Shaun HarrisonIf you have a story about weight you’d like to share with us, send us an email at weight@ohitsbigron.comFollow Ronald Young Jr. on Twitter, Threads, IG, and TikTok - @ohitsbigronCreditsCreator/Host - Ronald Young Jr.Editor - Sarah DealySoun...
2023-09-2139 minWeight For ItDestruction w/ Da'Shaun HarrisonAfter 5 episodes of pontificating on weight host Ronald Young Jr. starts to truly consider what escaping from our culture of fatphobia looks like. Featuring activist and writer Da’Shaun Harrison.Special thanks to Jon Breeding, Tracy Cox, and Da’Shaun HarrisonIf you have a story about weight you’d like to share with us, send us an email at weight@ohitsbigron.comFollow Ronald Young Jr. on Twitter, Threads, IG, and TikTok - @ohitsbigronCreditsCreator/Host - Ronald Young Jr.Editor - Sarah DealySoun...
2023-09-2139 min
Weight For ItArticles of WeightIn a collaboration with Articles of Interest, Host Ronald Young Jr and Editor Sarah Dealy work with Avery Trufelman to find out what’s the deal with plus sized clothing? Why do fat folks get the ‘cold shoulder’?Special thanks to Mayra Mejia, Molly Goodman, Stacy Toth, Brittany Saunders, Maddie Hughes, Hannah Leonhard, Lauren Downing Peters, Jessica Hinkle, Jen Wilder, Marcy Guevara-Prete, Leila Kelleher, Natalia Mehlman-Petrzela, and Marissa MeltzerAlso special thanks to Avery Trufelman for hosting us in our apartment, feeding us cookies and bagels, and giving us seltzer water.If you have a...
2023-09-1446 minWeight For ItArticles of WeightIn a collaboration with Articles of Interest, Host Ronald Young Jr and Editor Sarah Dealy work with Avery Trufelman to find out what’s the deal with plus sized clothing? Why do fat folks get the ‘cold shoulder’?Special thanks to Mayra Mejia, Molly Goodman, Stacy Toth, Brittany Saunders, Maddie Hughes, Hannah Leonhard, Lauren Downing Peters, Jessica Hinkle, Jen Wilder, Marcy Guevara-Prete, Leila Kelleher, Natalia Mehlman-Petrzela, and Marissa MeltzerAlso special thanks to Avery Trufelman for hosting us in our apartment, feeding us cookies and bagels, and giving us seltzer water.If you have a...
2023-09-1446 min
Weight For ItDecisionHost Ronald Young Jr. finds himself at a crossroads. He doesn’t feel equipped to make a choice so he seeks out the stories of those who have.Special thanks to Caroline Hamric, Michael Jefferson aka Mass Potential, and Tracy CoxIf you have a story about weight you’d like to share with us, send us an email at weight@ohitsbigron.comFollow Ronald Young Jr. on Twitter, Threads, IG, and TikTok - @ohitsbigronIn the market for a new mattress? Click this link and use the code WEIGHTFORIT at chec...
2023-09-0745 minWeight For ItDecisionHost Ronald Young Jr. finds himself at a crossroads. He doesn’t feel equipped to make a choice so he seeks out the stories of those who have.Special thanks to Caroline Hamric, Michael Jefferson aka Mass Potential, and Tracy CoxIf you have a story about weight you’d like to share with us, send us an email at weight@ohitsbigron.comFollow Ronald Young Jr. on Twitter, Threads, IG, and TikTok - @ohitsbigronIn the market for a new mattress? Click this link and use the code WEIGHTFORIT at chec...
2023-09-0745 min
Weight For ItWeight, Don't Tell MeHost, Ronald Young Jr. goes through a breakup and thinks maybe it’s time to lose weight. But before he does he needs to take a quick visit to his doctor.Special thanks to the doctor…If you have a story about weight you’d like to share with us, send us an email at weight@ohitsbigron.comFollow Ronald Young Jr. on Twitter, Threads, IG, and TikTok - @ohitsbigronIn the market for a new mattress? Click this link and use the code WEIGHTFORIT at checkout to get $350 off your purcha...
2023-08-3124 minWeight For ItWeight, Don't Tell MeHost, Ronald Young Jr. goes through a breakup and thinks maybe it’s time to lose weight. But before he does he needs to take a quick visit to his doctor.Special thanks to the doctor…If you have a story about weight you’d like to share with us, send us an email at weight@ohitsbigron.comFollow Ronald Young Jr. on Twitter, Threads, IG, and TikTok - @ohitsbigronIn the market for a new mattress? Click this link and use the code WEIGHTFORIT at checkout to get $350 off your purcha...
2023-08-3124 min
Weight For ItA Shame SpiralIn this episode, we take a trip with host Ronald Young Jr. to the past. Back to college in Richmond VA, at Virginia Commonwealth University. Where our host was just a straight sized teenager leaving his home for the first time and figuring out what type of person he was going to be, and what type of partner her would choose.Special thanks to Damon Young, and Caitlin ScanlanIf you have a story about weight you’d like to share with us, send us an email at weight@ohitsbigron.comFollow Ronald Yo...
2023-08-2441 minWeight For ItA Shame SpiralIn this episode, we take a trip with host Ronald Young Jr. to the past. Back to college in Richmond VA, at Virginia Commonwealth University. Where our host was just a straight sized teenager leaving his home for the first time and figuring out what type of person he was going to be, and what type of partner her would choose.Special thanks to Damon Young, and Caitlin ScanlanIf you have a story about weight you’d like to share with us, send us an email at weight@ohitsbigron.comFollow Ronald Yo...
2023-08-2441 min
Weight For ItThe Perfect MomentIn the premiere episode, Host Ronald Young Jr. is pondering his own desirability. Is he an eligible bachelor as a fat man? He seeks solace in body positive and size-affirming spaces and discovers something he finds a little unsettling.Special thanks to Jessica Taylor Dicken, Mayra Meijia, and Dr. Caitlin GunnIf you have a story about weight you’d like to share with us, send us an email at weight@ohitsbigron.comFollow Ronald Young Jr. on Twitter, Threads, IG, and TikTok - @ohitsbigronIn the market for a new matt...
2023-08-1731 minWeight For ItThe Perfect MomentIn the premiere episode, Host Ronald Young Jr. is pondering his own desirability. Is he an eligible bachelor as a fat man? He seeks solace in body positive and size-affirming spaces and discovers something he finds a little unsettling.Special thanks to Jessica Taylor Dicken, Mayra Meijia, and Dr. Caitlin GunnIf you have a story about weight you’d like to share with us, send us an email at weight@ohitsbigron.comFollow Ronald Young Jr. on Twitter, Threads, IG, and TikTok - @ohitsbigronIn the market for a new matt...
2023-08-1731 min
Leaving the TheaterThe Blackening (w/ Nichole Hill)Ronald Young Jr. reviews The Blackening with Nichole Hill...Nichole listens as Ronald explains his rating system once againNic - 4 of 5 starsRYJ - 4.25 of 5 starsFollow me on IG, Twitter, and TikTok - @ohitsbigron Follow Nichole Hill on IG - @nicholewthanh and Twitter - @NicHill732Check out Nic’s show I am America, available everywhere you listen to podcasts using this linkCheck out Nic’s show The Secret Adventures of Black People available everywhere you listen to podc...
2023-06-2614 min
Leaving the TheaterThe Flash (w/ Pamela Perez of The June Press)Ronald Young Jr. reviews The Flash with Pamela Perez of The June Press RYJ and Pamela discuss whether or not knowing about the DCEU makes a movie better.Pam - 3.25 of 5 starsRYJ - 4 of 5 starsFollow me on IG, Twitter, & TikTok - @ohitsbigronFollow Pam on IG - @thejunepressCheck out Pam’s photography using this linkAvailable in TheatersStarring Ezra Miller, Sasha Calle, Michael Shannon, Ron Livingston, Maribel Verdu, Kiersey Clemmons, and Michael KeatonWritten by Christina HodsonDi...
2023-06-2013 min
Leaving the TheaterTransformers Rise of the Beasts (w/ Pamela Perez of the June Press)Ronald Young Jr. reviews Transformers Rise of the Beasts with Pamela Perez RYJ and Pam debate whether or not the Transformers franchise needs more depth, or if more was accomplished in the Michael Bay years.Pam - 2 of 5 starsRYJ - 3.25 of 5 starsFollow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigronFollow Pam on IG - @thejunepressCheck out Pam’s photography using this linkAvailable in TheatersStarring Anthony Ramos, Dominique Fishback, Luna Lauren Velez, Tobe Nwigwe, Dean Sc...
2023-06-1218 min
Leaving the TheaterSpiderman Across the Spiderverse (w/ JC Howard)Ronald Young Jr. reviews Spiderman: Across the Spiderverse with JC Howard RYJ and JC talk about the wonder of animation in a world of infinite spiders...JC - 4.3 of 5 starsRYJ - 3.75 of 5 starsFollow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Follow JC Howard on IG and Twitter - @thejchowardFind out more about JC by checking out his website here.Available in TheatersStarring Shameik Moore, Hailee Steinfeld, Brian Tyree Henry, Luna Lauren Velez, Jake Johnson, Jason Schwartzman, Issa Rae, Karan Soni, Daniel...
2023-06-0516 min
Leaving the TheaterThe Little Mermaid (w/ Pamela Perez of The June Press)Ronald Young Jr. reviews The Little Mermaid with Pamela Perez RYJ and Pam rank this Disney remake the highest of all the remakesPam 3.75 of 5 starsRYJ 3.50 of 5 starsFollow me on IG, Twitter, & TikTok - @ohitsbigronFollow Pam on IG - @thejunepressCheck out Pam’s photography using this linkAvailable in Theaters and eventually on Disney PlusStarring Halle Bailey, Jonah Hauer-King, Daveed Diggs, Awkwafina, Jacob Tremblay, Noma Dumezweni, Javier Bardem, and Melissa McCarthyWritten by Da...
2023-05-3014 min
Leaving the TheaterFast XRonald Young Jr. reviews Fast X RYJ loves this franchise, but questions if they really need to make two more of these.2.5 of 5 starsFollow me on IG, and Twitter, and TikTok - @ohitsbigronAvailable in TheatersStarring Vin Diesel, Michelle Rodriquez, Tyrese Gibson, Chris “Ludacris” Bridges, Jason Momoa, Nathalie Emmanuel, Sung Kang, Jordana Brewster, Jason Statham, Jason Momoa, and Charlize TheronWritten by Justin Lin, Zach Dean, and Dan MazeauDirected by Louis LeterrierFor more information about Fast X check out this link
2023-05-2211 min
Leaving the TheaterGuardians of the Galaxy Vol. IIIRonald Young Jr. reviews The Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 RYJ wonders why the guardians keep showing up if not to push the main plot forward.3 of 5 starsFollow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigronAvailable in TheatersStarring Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana, Dave Bautista, Karen Gillan, Pom Klementieff, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper, Will Poulter, Elizabeth Debicki and Sean GunnWritten and Directed by James GunnFor more information about The Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. III check out this linkSupport...
2023-05-0812 min
Leaving the TheaterJury DutyRonald Young Jr. reviews Jury Duty...from the couch RYJ discusses the feat of acting it takes to convince someone that you’re bonding over the course of 17 days.4 of 5 starsFollow me on IG, Twitter, and TikTok - @ohitsbigronAvailable on Amazon Prime (or Freevee)Starring Ronald Gladden, James Marsden, Mekki Leeper, Edy Modica, Ishmel Sahid, David Brown, Cassandra Blair, Maria Russell, Rashida Olayiwola, and Kirk FoxCreated by Lee Eisenberg and Gene StupnitskyDirected by Jake SzymanskiFor more information about Jury Du...
2023-05-0115 min
Leaving the TheaterAbbott ElementaryRonald Young Jr. reviews Abbott Elementary...from the couch RYJ discusses whether or not comedies actually need the romantic tension of will they/won’t they to drive a plot forward successfully.3.99 of 5 starsFollow me on IG, Twitter, and TikTok - @ohitsbigronAirs on ABC, and available on HuluStarring Quinta Brunson, Tyler James Williams, Janelle James, Lisa Ann Walter, Chris Perfetti, Sheryl Lee Ralph, and William Stanford DavisCreated by Quinta BrunsonFor more information about Abbott Elementary check out the link below:
2023-04-2415 min
Leaving the TheaterBeefRonald Young Jr. reviews Beef...from the couch RYJ talks about how sometimes fights escalate to a very surreal place.4.25 of 5 starsFollow me on IG, Twitter, and TikTok - @ohitsbigronAvailable on NetflixStarring Steven Yeun, Ali Wong, Joseph Lee, Young Mazino, David Choe, and Patti YasutakeCreated by Lee Sung JinFor more information about Beef check out the link below:https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14403178/ Support Leaving the Theater on Patreon using the link below:
2023-04-1711 min
Leaving the TheaterThe Super Mario Bros. Movie (w/ Daisy Rosario)Ronald Young Jr. reviews The Super Mario Bros. Movie with Daisy Rosario RYJ and Daisy talk about thick references with thin plots.Daisy - 3 of 5 starsRYJ - 3.25 of 5 starsFollow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Follow Daisy Rosario on IG - and Twitter - @runDMRCheck out Dear Prudence from Slate:https://slate.com/podcasts/dear-prudenceAvailable in TheatersStarring Chris Pratt, Anya Taylor-Joy, Charlie Day, Jack Black, Keegan Michael Key, Seth...
2023-04-1019 min
Leaving the TheaterThe Night AgentRonald Young Jr. reviews The Night Agent...from the couchRonald compares 90s political thrillers against the backdrop of the woke culture of 2023.3.75 of 5 starsFollow me on IG, Twitter, and TikTok - @ohitsbigronAvailable on NetflixStarring Gabriel Basso, Luciane Buchanan, Fola Evans-Akingbola, Sarah Desjardins, Eve Harlow, Phoenix Raei, DB Woodside, and Hong ChauCreated by Shawn RyanBased on the novel The Night Agent by Matthew QuirkFor more information about The Night Agent check out the link below:https...
2023-04-0310 min
Leaving the TheaterJohn Wick: Chapter 4 (w/ JC Howard)Ronald Young Jr. reviews John Wick: Chapter Four with JC Howard RYJ and JC discuss whether or not the length of an action movie corresponds with how good it actually is.JC - 2.9 of 5 starsRYJ - 3 of 5 starsFollow me on IG, Twitter, TikTok - @ohitsbigron Follow JC Howard on IG and Twitter - @thejchowardFind out more about JC by checking out his website:http://www.thejchoward.com/Available in TheatersStarring Keanu Reeves, Donnie Yen, Bill Skarsgard, Laurence Fishburne, Hiroyuki...
2023-03-2715 min
Leaving the TheaterLTT Live: BigRonald Young Jr. reviews the 1988 film Big, a portion of this episode is excerpted from the Leaving the Theater Live event held at the Miracle Theatre in Washington DC on February 11th, 20235 of 5 starsFollow me on IG, Twitter, and TikTok - @ohitsbigronAvailable on Disney PlusStarring Tom Hanks, David Moscow, Elizabeth Perkins, Robert Loggia, John Heard, Jared Rushton, Jon Lovitz, and Mercedes RuehlDirected by Penny MarshallWritten by Gary Ross and Anne SpielbergFor more information about Big check out the link below:https://www.imdb.com...
2023-03-2011 min
Leaving the TheaterLTT Oscars Best Picture RoundupRonald Young Jr. rounds up all of the 2023 Academy Award Best Picture NomineesFollow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Follow Brigid McDonnell on IG - @brigidmcdonnell All of these Films are available in various states of streaming and in theaters.Also, if you missed them, check the Leaving the Theater feed for full reviews on the films below:Everything Everywhere all at Once - https://www.spreaker.com/episode/49440919Top Gun Maverick - https://www.spreaker.com/episode/49968837Elvis - https://www.spreaker...
2023-03-1318 min
Leaving the TheaterCreed III (w/ Nichole Hill)Ronald Young Jr. reviews Creed III with Nic Hill... Boxing consultant Nichole Hill returns to talk about not doing first-round things in the twelfth round.4 of 5 starsFollow me on IG, Twitter, & TikTok - @ohitsbigron Follow Nichole Hill on IG - @nicholewthanh and Twitter - @NicHill732Check out Nic’s show I am America, available everywhere you listen to podcasts using the link below:https://dearmedia.com/shows/i-am-america/Check out Nic’s show The Secret Adventures of Black People available everywhere you listen to podcasts and...
2023-03-0618 min
Leaving the TheaterCocaine BearRYJ reviews Cocaine Bear... Ronald wonders how deep a premise can be when it’s entirely spelled out in the trailer.RYJ - 2 of 5 starsFollow Ronald Young Jr. on IG, Twitter, and TikTok - @ohitsbigronAvailable in TheatersStarring Keri Russell, O’Shea Jackson Jr., Alden Ehrenreich, Christian Convery, Brooklynn Prince, Jesse Tyler Ferguson Isaiah Whitlock Jr., and Ray LiottaDirected by Elizabeth BanksWritten by Jimmy WardenFor more information about Cocaine Bear check out the link below:https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14209916/
2023-02-2709 min
Leaving the TheaterAnt-Man and the Wasp: QuantumaniaRYJ reviews Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania Ronald discusses the task of a film to be the third of a trilogy but the first of a phase…lots to do.RYJ - 4 of 5 starsFollow Ronald Young Jr. on IG, Twitter, and TikTok - @ohitsbigronAvailable in Theaters and eventually on Disney PlusStarring Paul Rudd, Evangeline Lully, Jonathan Majors, Michelle Pfeiffer, Michael Douglas, and Kathryn NewtonDirected by Peyton ReedWritten by Jeff LovenessFor more information about Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania ch...
2023-02-2112 min
Leaving the TheaterThe Banshees of InisherinRonald Young Jr. reviews The Banshees of Inisherin...from the couch Ronald discusses the merits of an oscar movie and whether or not think pieces should be required reading to understand what has been said to be a good movie.3 of 5 starsFollow me on IG, Twitter, and TikTok - @ohitsbigronAvailable on HBO Max and in theatersStarring Colin Farrell, Brendan Gleeson, Kerry Condon, Barry Keoghan, Gary Lydon, Pat Shortt, and Sheila FlittonWritten and Directed by Martin McDonaghProduced by Graham Broadbent, Peter Czernin...
2023-02-1312 min
Leaving the TheaterKnock at the Cabin (w/ Chioke I'anson)RYJ reviews Knock at the Cabin with Chioke I’anson... Ronald and Chioke discuss whether or not a film like this requires a red herring or a twist. Wait was that even a red herring?Chioke - 2 of 5 starsRYJ - 2.5 of 5 starsFollow Ronald Young Jr. on IG, Twitter, and TikTok - @ohitsbigronFor more information about Chioke I’anson check out the links below:https://icavcu.org/communitymedia/ https://www.npr.org/people/1006763492/chioke-iansonhttps://robertson.vcu.edu/directory/faculty/media-production/ianson.htmlUse the...
2023-02-0617 min
Leaving the TheaterMissing (w/ Daisy Rosario)Ronald Young Jr. reviews Missing with Daisy Rosario RYJ and Daisy talk about whether or not TEENS leave FaceTime up and running on their MacBooks constantly.Daisy - 4 of 5 starsRYJ - 3.75 of 5 starsFollow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Follow Daisy Rosario on Twitter - @runDMRCheck out ICYMI from Slate:https://slate.com/podcasts/icymiUse the link below to get Leaving the Theater LIVE show tickets; https://www.unionstage.com/shows/leaving-the-theatre-live-love-onscreen-miracle-theatre/...
2023-01-3015 min
Leaving the TheaterGlass Onion: A Knives Out mysteryRonald Young Jr. reviews Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery, on the couch RYJ talks about the elements of a great mystery film and whether or not this one hits the mark.4.5 of 5 starsFollow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigronUse the link below to get Leaving the Theater LIVE show tickets; https://www.unionstage.com/shows/leaving-the-theatre-live-love-onscreen-miracle-theatre/ Available on NetflixStarring Daniel Craig, Edward Norton, Janelle Monae, Katheryn Hahn, Leslie Odom Jr., Kate Hudson, and Dave BautistaWritten...
2023-01-2313 min
Leaving the TheaterM3GAN (w/ JC Howard)Ronald Young Jr. reviews M3gan with JC Howard RYJ and JC talk about the dangers of using technology to raise your children.JC - 4.15 of 5 starsRYJ - 3.5 of 5 starsFollow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigronFollow JC Howard on IG and Twitter - @thejchowardFind out more about JC by checking out his website:http://www.thejchoward.com/ Use the link below to get Leaving the Theater LIVE show tickets; https://www...
2023-01-1719 min
Leaving the TheaterEmancipation (w/ Jonquilyn Hill)Ronald Young Jr. reviews Emancipation with Jonquilyn Hill… Jonquilyn and Ronald discuss oscar bait, the impact of being black and watching a slave film, and the Will Smith of it all in a longer conversation reviewing the film. 3 of 5 stars Follow me on IG, Twitter, and TikTok - @ohitsbigron Follow Jonquilyn Hill on IG - @jonquilrose and Twitter - @jonquilynhill Jonquilyn is a Senior Producer at Vox Media, check out some of her work using the links below:The Weeds - https://www.vo...
2023-01-0929 min
Leaving the TheaterWhitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody (w/ Diana Veiga)Ronald Young Jr. reviews...I Wanna Dance with Somebody with Diana Veiga Diana Veiga and RYJ come to the agreement that Diana is a casual moviegoer and that perhaps this film could have been shorter.Diana Veiga - 2.5 of 5 starsRYJ - 2.75 of 5 starsFollow me on IG, Twitter, and TikTok - @ohitsbigronFollow Diana Veiga on IG - @dianaveigatells and Twitter - @dianaveigaCheck out more of Diana’s work by visiting the website below:https://dianaveiga.com/ Use the link below to ge...
2023-01-0313 min
Leaving the TheaterEnd of Year Reflection and Announcement!Ronald Young Jr reflects on the past year of Leaving the Theater production and makes an announcement…stay tuned to the very end of the episode for an extended outtake reel. 5 of 5 stars Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Support Leaving the Theater on Patreon using the link below: https://www.patreon.com/LeavingTheTheaterJoin us for our Live Show! Saturday, February 11, 2023, 8pm at the Miracle Theater in...
2022-12-2712 min
Leaving the TheaterAvatar: The Way of WaterGuest host Nichole Hill reviews Avatar The Way of Water with special guest Chioke I’anson... Nic Hill and Chioke (and Amaya) talk about whether or not this over 3-hour movie actually did anything to move the larger plot along. Chioke - 2 of 5 starsNic Hill - 3 of 5 stars Follow Ronald Young Jr. on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Follow Nichole Hill on IG - @nicholewthanh and Twitter - @NicHill732 Check out Nic’s show The Secret Adventures of Black People available everywhere you listen to podc...
2022-12-1919 min
Leaving the TheaterThe Guardians of the Galaxy holiday specialRonald Young Jr. reviews The Guardians of the Galaxy holiday special…on the couch Ronald talks about the merits of a good television Christmas special and where this one fits into the canon of Christmas classics. 4 of 5 stars Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Available on Disney Plus Starring Chris Pratt, Dave Bautista, Karen Gillan, Pom Klementieff, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper, Sean Gunn, Kevin BaconWritten and Directed by James Gunn For more information about The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special check out the li...
2022-12-1212 min
Leaving the TheaterViolent Night (w/ JC Howard)Ronald Young Jr. reviews Violent NIght with JC Howard RYJ and JC talk through this movie and where it belongs in the hall of Christmas cult classics. RYJ - 3 of 5 starsJC - 3.25 of 5 stars Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Follow JC Howard on IG and Twitter - @thejchoward Find out more about JC by checking out his website:http://www.thejchoward.com/ Available in Theaters Starring David Harbour, John Leguizamo, Cam Gigandet, Alex Hassell, Alexis Louder, Edi Patterson, and...
2022-12-0516 min
Leaving the TheaterAndor (w/ Kelly Jones)Ronald Young Jr. reviews Andor with Kelly Jones... Kelly and RYJ discuss the difference between being chosen to fight the emperor vs working with a community to overthrow the empire. RYJ - 4 of 5 starsKelly Jones - 5 of 5 stars Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Follow Kelly Jones on IG - @jellyhkones and Twitter - @khjones Available on Disney Plus Starring Diego Luna, Kyle Soller, Adria Arjona, Stellan Skarsgard, Fiona Shaw, Denise Gough, and Genevieve O’ReillyCreated by Tony Gilroy https://ww...
2022-11-2823 min
Leaving the TheaterAtlantaRonald Young Jr. reviews Atlanta...on the couch RYJ goes on the Atlanta journey and talks about the run of the show as well as the impact and tone. 4 of 5 stars Follow me on IG, Twitter, and TikTok - @ohitsbigron Check out Ronald doing another longer review of Atlanta on NPR’s Pop Culture Happy Hour:https://www.npr.org/2022/11/15/1136784019/donald-glover-seems-mad-at-us-but-we-mostly-embrace-atlanta-anyway Available on Hulu Created by Donald GloverStarring Donald Glover, Brian Tyree Henry, LaKeith Stanfield, and Zazie Beetz https://www.imdb.com/ti...
2022-11-2113 min
Leaving the TheaterBlack Panther Wakanda Forever (w/ Mass Potential)Ronald Young Jr. reviews Black Panther Wakanda Forever with Mass Potential aka Michael Jefferson... RYJ and MP discuss the movie and marvel's tendency to start several plot lines in one title that are the origins of another. Does this work? Do we need this? RYJ - 3.5 of 5 starsMP - 3 of 5 stars Follow me on IG, and Twitter and TikTok - @ohitsbigron Follow Michael Jefferson on IG and Twitter - @masspotential and on TikTok - @masspobeats Check out more of Michael’s work here:https://www.masspobeats.co...
2022-11-1422 min
Leaving the TheaterLove is BlindRonald Young Jr. reviews Love is Blind (Season 3)...on the couch RYJ should be reviewing this show but it kind of just turns into a light recap of the season with a rating. Which we know isn’t exactly the mission of this podcast. But stick with us, Black Panther Wakanda Forever is next week, and don’t act like you don’t like dating reality shows! They’re amazing! THE DRAMA! 3.25 of 5 stars Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Available on Netflix Created by Chris Coelen htt...
2022-11-0719 min
Leaving the TheaterTicket To Paradise (w/ Nichole Hill)Ronald Young Jr. reviews Ticket to Paradise with Nichole HIll… RYJ and Nic Hill talk about the levels of rom-coms, Meghan Markle, Joe Rogan, the Daily, and whether or not this should have been a streaming film or not. Nic Hill - 2.9 of 5 starsRYJ - 3 of 5 stars Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Follow Nichole Hill on IG - @nicholewthanh and Twitter - @NicHill732 Check out Nic’s show The Secret Adventures of Black People available everywhere you listen to podcasts and using the link below:
2022-10-3123 min
Leaving the TheaterBlack Adam (w/Diana Veiga)Ronald Young Jr. reviews… African American Adam with Diana Veiga RYJ and Diana get into a legitimate debate over whether or not people who defend the status quo are villains or not. RYJ - 2.99 of 5 starsDiana - 3.25 of 5 stars Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Follow Diana Veiga on IG - @dianaveigatells and Twitter - @dianaveiga Check out more of Diana’s work by visiting the website below:https://dianaveiga.com/ Available in Theaters. Starring Dwayne The Rock Johnson, Aldis Hodg...
2022-10-2417 min
Leaving the TheaterHocus Pocus 2Ronald Young Jr. reviews Hocus Pocus 2…on the couch RYJ muses on how men write witches and how women write witches. It makes for quite different films. 3 of 5 stars Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Available on Disney Plus Starring Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kathy Najimy, Sam Richardson, Doug Jones, and Tony HaleDirected by Anne FletcherWritten by Jen D’Angelo https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11909878/ If you want to hear my review of the original Hocus Pocus from...
2022-10-1710 min
Leaving the TheaterDahmerRonald Young Jr. reviews Dahmer…on the couch RYJ dusts off his soapbox and muses on the irresponsibility of dramatizing trauma. No Rating Please remember the 17 victims of Jeffrey Dahmer: Steven Hicks, 18Steven Tuomi, 28Jamie Doxtator, 14Richard Guerrero, 25Anthony Sears, 24Ricky Beeks, 33Eddie Smith, 28Ernest Miller, 24David Thomas, 23Curtis Straughter, 18Errol Lindsey, 19Anthony ‘Tony’ Hughes, 31Konerak Sinthasomphone, 14Matt Turner, 20Jeremiah Weinberger, 23Oliver Lacy, 23Joseph Bradehoft, 25You can read more about them and see their pictur...
2022-10-1123 min
Leaving the TheaterBrosRonald Young Jr. reviews Bros with Ben Angeloni RYJ and Ben discuss inclusion, and what a groundbreaking movie must accomplish in order to pave the way for other inclusive movies RYJ - 3.25 of 5 starsBen - 3.5 of 5 stars Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Follow Ben Angeloni on IG @bsangeloni Available in theaters Starring Billy Eichner, Luke Macfarlane, TS Madison, Monica Raymond, Guillermo Diaz, Guy Branum, Amanda Bearse, Jim Rash, and Bowen YangDirected by Nicholas StollerWritten by Billy Eichner and Nicholas...
2022-10-0324 min
Leaving the TheaterDon't Worry DarlingRonald Young Jr. reviews Don’t Worry Darling with Nichole Hill… RYJ and Chole get into a debate about whether or not this film is set in the 50s or 60s. Turns out Nikki is right, it’s the 50s, but the confusing part was that they were using some music from the 60s to set the scene…also…they review the movie. 2.5 of 5 stars Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Follow Nichole Hill on IG - @nicholewthanh and Twitter - @NicHill732 Check out Nic’s show The Secret Adven...
2022-09-2622 min
Leaving the TheaterThe Woman KingRonald Young Jr. reviews The Woman King with Nic Hill… Nic brings up a good point in our discussion, that being a woman soldier comes with more responsibilities and consequences than that of a man soldier. This makes for a pretty heavy movie. Nic - 4 of 5 starsRYJ - 3.75 of 5 stars Want to hear the extended version of this episode with spoilers? Join Patreon using the link below: https://www.patreon.com/LeavingTheTheater Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Follow Nichole Hill on IG - @ni...
2022-09-1918 min
Leaving the TheaterHonk For Jesus Save Your SoulRonald Young Jr. reviews Honk for Jesus, Save your Soul Ronald talks about the difference between an oscar winning film and an oscar winning performance. 3 of 5 stars Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Available in theaters and on Peacock Starring Regina Hall, Sterling K. Brown, Austin Crute, Nicole Beharie, and ConphidanceWritten and Directed by Adamma Ebo https://www.imdb.com/title/tt12655436/
2022-09-1219 min
Leaving the TheaterOnly Murders in the BuildingSupport Leaving the Theater on Patreon using the link below: https://www.patreon.com/LeavingTheTheater Ronald Young Jr. reviews Only Murders in the Building from the couch RYJ discusses serialized shows, binging vs appt viewing, and 90s mystery television. 4.25 of 5 stars Follow me on IG, Twitter, and Tiktok - @ohitsbigron Available on Hulu Starring Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena GomezCreated by Steve Martin and John Hoffman https://www.imdb.com/title/tt12851524/
2022-09-0617 min
Leaving the TheaterPreySupport Leaving the Theater on Patreon using the link below: https://www.patreon.com/LeavingTheTheater Ronald Young Jr. reviews Prey…on the couch Ronald gives a quick primer to the entire Predator universe and then talks through the finer points of the most recent installment of the series. 4 of 5 stars Follow me on IG, Twitter, and Tiktok - @ohitsbigron Available on Hulu Starring Amber Midthunder, Dakota Beavers, Michelle Thrush, Stormee Kipp, Julian Black Antelope, Bennett Taylor, and Dane DiLiegroDirected by Dan TrachtenbergWr...
2022-08-2913 min
Leaving the TheaterBullet TrainSupport Leaving the Theater on Patreon using the link below: https://www.patreon.com/LeavingTheTheaterRonald Young Jr. reviews Bullet Train...with Ilana Nevins In between reviewing the actual movie, Ronald discovers that Ilana has never actually listened to the podcast she is currently a guest on. Hijinks ensue. RYJ - 3 of 5 starsIlana - 2.5 of 5 stars Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Follow Ilana Nevins on IG and Twitter - @ilananevins For more information about Ilana Nevins and her work visit https...
2022-08-2217 min
Leaving the TheaterBodies Bodies BodiesSupport Leaving the Theater on Patreon using the link below: https://www.patreon.com/LeavingTheTheaterRonald Young Jr. reviews Bodies Bodies Bodies…with Michael Jefferson aka Mass Potential Mass Potential roasts Ronald for being too hard on films with his rating system. Also, they both liked this movie. 4 of 5 stars Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Follow Michael Jefferson on IG and Twitter - @masspotential and on TikTok - @masspobeats Check out more of Michael’s work here:https://www.masspobeats.com/
2022-08-1518 min
Leaving the TheaterElvisRonald Young Jr. reviews Elvis, with Nichole Hill… RYJ and Nic talk biopics, black folks, culture vultures, and the connective tissue that is Elvis Presley 2.75 of 5 starsSupport the show on Patreon! - https://www.patreon.com/LeavingTheTheater Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Follow Nichole Hill on IG - @nicholewthanh and Twitter - @NicHill732 Check out Nic’s show The Secret Adventures of Black People available everywhere you listen to podcasts and using the link below:https://thesecretadventuresofblackpeople.com/ Available in Thea...
2022-08-0826 min
Leaving the TheaterThe Gray ManRonald Young Jr. reviews The Gray Man, on the couch... RYJ also discusses whether or not Netflix movies are good at all and muses how this one received such a low Rotten Tomatoes score. 3.5 of 5 stars Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Available on Netflix Starring Ryan Gosling, Chris Evans, Ana de Armas, Jessica Henwick, Rege-Jean Page, Dhanush, Dhanush, Wagner Moura, Julia Butters, Alfre Woodard, Billy Bob Thornton, Callan Mulvey, Deobia Oparei, and Robbery KazinskyDirected by Anthony and Joe RussoWritten by Joe Russo, Christopher...
2022-08-0111 min
Leaving the TheaterNopeRonald Young Jr. reviews Nope with Nic Hill… RYJ and Nic discuss the fantastic storytelling of Jordan Peele and the merits of watching a movie with zero pretenses. 4.25 of 5 stars Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Follow Nichole Hill on IG - @nicholewthanh and Twitter - @NicHill732 Check out Nic’s show The Secret Adventures of Black People available everywhere you listen to podcasts and using the link below:https://thesecretadventuresofblackpeople.com/ Starring Daniel Kaluuya, Keke Palmer, Steven Yeun, Brandon Perea, Keith David,Mich...
2022-07-2522 min
Leaving the TheaterGhostbusters AfterlifeRonald Young Jr. reviews Ghostbusters Afterlife RYJ alone talks about the journey to get Ghostbusters Afterlife to the big screen and whether or not the effort was worth. Also talks about the expectation films like these have of their audiences. 3.25 of 5 stars. Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Available to rent or buy on VOD Starring Mckenna Grace, Finn Wolfhard, Carrie Coon, Paul Rudd, Logan Kim, Celeste O’Connor, Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Ernie Hudson, Sigourney Weaver, Annie Potts, Oliver Cooper, Bokeem Woodbine, Josh Gad, Olivia Wi...
2022-07-1812 min
Leaving the TheaterThor: Love and ThunderRonald Young Jr. reviews Thor: Love and Thunder with Chris Klimek RYJ and Chris discuss whether or not this rises to the level of Ragnarok and on larger scale how the MCU is changing in its fourth phase. 3 of 5 stars.Available in Theaters and eventually on Disney Plus Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Follow Chris Klimek on Twitter - @ctklimek Check out Chris Klimek’s podcast A Degree absolute available everywhere you get podcasts and using the link below: https://adegreeabsolute.libsyn.com/
2022-07-1122 min
Leaving the TheaterStranger ThingsRonald Young Jr. reviews Stranger Things...from the couch RYJ alone talks about the strengths and weaknesses of dividing your main casts into groups on converging quests and whether or not the Duffer bros successfully completed the task. 3.5 of 5 stars Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Available on Netflix Starring Winona Ryder, David Harbour, Finn Wolfhard, Millie Bobby Brown, Gaten Matarazzo, Caleb McLaughlin, Natalia Dyer, Charlie Heaton, Caro Buono, Matthew Modine, Noah Schnapp, Sadie Sink, Joe Keery Dacre Montgomery, Sean Astin, Paul Reiser, and many others…
2022-07-0514 min
Leaving the TheaterHustleRonald Young Jr. reviews Hustle from the couch RYJ discusses the merits of the current era of Adam Sandler’s acting. To include this and Uncut Jaaaams of course. 3.75 of 5 stars Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Available on Netflix Starring Adam Sandler, Queen Latifah, Ben Foster, Juancho Hernangomez, Robert Duvall, Anthony Edwards, Kenny Smith, Fat Joe, and Jaleel WhiteDirected by Jeremiah ZagarWritten by Taylor Materne and Will Fetters https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8009428/Join us July 6th at...
2022-06-2711 min
Leaving the TheaterLightyearRonald Young Jr. reviews Lightyear RYJ discusses Pixar’s track record with movies, the character development of Buzz Lightyear, and recent homophobic headlines. 3.25 of 5 stars Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Starring Chris Evans, Keke Palmer, Peter Sohn, James Brolin, Taika Waititi, Dale Soules, Uzo Adoba, Isaiah Whitlock Jr.Directed by Angus MaclaneWritten by Jason Headley, Angus Maclane https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10298810/ Available on Disney Plus
2022-06-2111 min
Leaving the TheaterShang-Chi and the Legend of the 10 RingsRYJ reviews Shang Chi and the Legend of the ten rings with Kelly Jones. Starring Simu Liu, Awkwafina, Meng’er Zhang, Fala Chen, Florian Munteanu, Benedict Wong, Michelle Yeoh, Ben Kingsley, and Tony Leung, Directed by Destin Daniel CrettonWritten by Dave Callaham, Destin Daniel Cretton, Andrew Lanham Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigronFollow Kelly Jones on Twitter - @khjones Show Art by Katie Helm, follow her on IG - @katieladybug3 Theme Music by Breakmaster Cylinder (Check out Time Well Spent, another podcast fr...
2021-11-0117 min