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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
Worse Than You with Mo Fry PasicAward-to-House Ratio with Ronald Young Jr.Ronald Young Jr. is building his career in audio the same way that he'd like to build a house: with care, intentionality, and a strong foundation. And with each project that he releases, he wants listeners to hear that he's making progress. This week, he joins Mo to discuss how he approaches his critically acclaimed podcasts like Weight For It, the importance of having friends who know you off mic, and the risks of replacing emotional nuance with drama.
Ronald's on Instagram @ohitsbigron and ohitsbigron.com. Make sure to check out his podcasts Weight...2025-05-211h 02
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 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 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 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 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 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 link2024-11-1316 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 link2024-05-2013 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 link2023-05-2211 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 Plus2022-06-2111 min
Leaving the TheaterJurassic World DominionRYJ reviews Jurassic World Dominion with Nichole Hill Ronald and Nichole discuss the merits of having a film that has less dinosaur on human carnage and more humans vs giant corporations. Are they domesticating the dinosaurs too much? Who actually has dominion here? 2 of 5 stars Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Follow Nichole Hill on IG - @nicholewthanh and Twitter - @NicHill732 Starring Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, Laura Dern, Jeff Goldblum, Sam Neill, DeWanda Wise, Mamadou Athie, and BD WongDirected by Colin Trevorrow...2022-06-1321 min
Leaving the TheaterThe Bob's Burgers MovieRYJ reviews The Bob’s Burgers Movie... Starring H Jon Benjamin, Dan Mintz, Eugene Mirman, Larry Murphy, John Roberts, Kristen Schaal, Zach Galifinakis, Kevin Kline, Davin Wain, Sam Seder, Aziz Ansari, David Herman, Gary Cole, Brian Huskey, Jenny Slate, Ron Lynch, and Stephanie BeatrizDirected by Loren Bouchard, and Bernard DerrimanWritten by Loren Bouchard and Nora Smith Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Show Art by Katie Helm, follow her on IG - @katieladybug3 Theme Music by Breakmaster Cylinder (Check out Time Well Spent, another po...2022-06-0608 min
Leaving the TheaterTop Gun MaverickRYJ reviews Top Gun Maverick with Nicole Hill Starring Tom Cruise, Miles Teller, Jennifer Connelly, Jon Hamm, Glen Powell, Lewis Pullman, Ed Harris, Val Kilmer, Monica Barbaro, Charles Parnell, Jay Ellis, and Danny RamirezDirected by Joseph KosinskiWritten by Ehren Kruger, Eric Warren Singer, and Christopher McQuarrie Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Follow Nichole Hill on IG - @nicholewthanh and Twitter - @NicHill732 Show Art by Katie Helm, follow her on IG - @katieladybug3 Theme Music by Breakmaster Cylinder (Check out Time...2022-05-3129 min
Leaving the TheaterTop Gun (1986)RYJ reviews Top Gun...from the couch Starring Tom Cruise, Kelly McGillis, Val Kilmer, Anthony Edwards, Tom Skerritt, Micheal Ironside, John Stockwell, Barry Tubb, Rick Rossovich, Tim Robbins, Clarence Gilyard, Whip Hubley, James Tolkan, Meg Ryan, and Adrian PasdarDirected by Tony ScottWritten by Jim Cash and Jack Epps JrBased on Top Guns by Ehud Yonay Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Show Art by Katie Helm, follow her on IG - @katieladybug3 Theme Music by Breakmaster Cylinder (Check out Time Well Spent...2022-05-1616 min
Leaving the TheaterDr. Strange in the Multiverse of MadnessRYJ reviews Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness with Nichole Hill Starring Benedict Cumberbatch, Elizabeth Olsen, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Benedict Wong, Xochitl Gomez, Michael Stuhlbarg, and Rachel McAdams are the only cast members who I can tell you are in this movie without spoiling anything.Directed by Sam RaimiWritten by Michael Waldron Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Follow Nichole Hill on IG - @nicholewthanh and Twitter - @NicHill732 Show Art by Katie Helm, follow her on IG - @katieladybug3 Theme Music by Breakmaster Cylinder2022-05-0930 min
Leaving the TheaterFantastic Beasts: The Secrets of DumbledoreRYJ reviews Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore Starring Eddie Redmayne, Jude Law, Ezra Miller, Dan Fogler, Alison Sudol, Sallum Turner, Jessica Williams, Katherine Waterston, and Mads MikkelsenDirected by David YatesWritten by JK Rowling and Steve Kloves Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Show Art by Katie Helm, follow her on IG - @katieladybug3 Theme Music by Breakmaster Cylinder (Check out Time Well Spent, another podcast from ohitsBigRon studios) (Check out HBO Docs club, another podcast hosted by Ronald, from Pineapple Street...2022-05-0211 min
Leaving the TheaterThe NorthmanRYJ reviews The Northman Starring Alexander Skarsgard, Nicole Kidman, Claes Bang, Anya Taylor-Joy, Ethan Hawke, Willem Dafoe, and BjorkDirected by Robert EggersWritten by Sjon and Robert Eggers Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Show Art by Katie Helm, follow her on IG - @katieladybug3 Theme Music by Breakmaster Cylinder (Check out Time Well Spent, another podcast from ohitsBigRon studios) (Check out HBO Docs Club, another podcast hosted by Ronald, from Pineapple Street Studios) Available in Theaters and Peacock 1.5...2022-04-2510 min
Leaving the TheaterEverything Everywhere All At OnceRYJ reviews Everything Everywhere All at Once with Nichole Hill Starring Michelle Yeoh, Ke Huy Quan, Stephanie Hsu, James Hong, Jamie Lee Curtis, Tallie Medel, Jenny Slate, Harry Shum Jr., Audrey Wasilewski, Sunia Mani, and Daniel ScheinertWritten and Directed by Dan Kwan and Daniel Scheinert aka Daniels Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Follow Nichole Hill on IG - @nicholewthanh and Twitter - @NicHill732 Show Art by Katie Helm, follow her on IG - @katieladybug3 Theme Music by Breakmaster Cylinder (Check out Time...2022-04-1820 min
Leaving the TheaterSonic The Hedgehog 2RYJ reviews Sonic the Hedgehog 2 with Curtis Majors Starring Ben Schwartz, Colleen O’Shaughnessey, Idris Elba, Donna Jay Fulks, Jim Carrey, James Marsden, Tika Sumpter, Natasha Rothwell, Adam Pally, Shemar Moore, Lee Majdoub, and Tom ButlerDirected by Jeff FowlerWritten by Pat Casey, Josh Miller, and John Whittington Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Show Art by Katie Helm, follow her on IG - @katieladybug3 Theme Music by Breakmaster Cylinder (Check out Time Well Spent, another podcast from ohitsBigRon studios) (Check out HBO Do...2022-04-1113 min
Leaving the TheaterAtticaRYJ reviews Attica...from the couch Directed by Stanley NelsonProduced by Traci A. Curry Nominated for: Best Documentary Feature Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Show Art by Katie Helm, follow her on IG - @katieladybug3 Theme Music by Breakmaster Cylinder (Check out Time Well Spent, another podcast from ohitsBigRon studios) (Check out Solvable, another podcast hosted by Ronald, from Pushkin Industries) Available on Amazon Prime and Showtime 4.5 of 5 stars2022-03-1114 min
Leaving the TheaterSummer of SoulListener Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/leavingthetheater RYJ reviews Summer of Soul...from the couch Directed by Ahmir ‘Questlove’ ThompsonProduced by David Dinerstein, Robert Fyvolent, and Joseph Patel Nominated for: Best Documentary Feature Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Show Art by Katie Helm, follow her on IG - @katieladybug3 Theme Music by Breakmaster Cylinder (Check out Time Well Spent, another podcast from ohitsBigRon studios) (Check out Solvable, another podcast hosted by Ronald, from Pushkin Industries) 2022-03-0915 min
Leaving the TheaterFleeListener Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/leavingthetheater RYJ reviews Flee...from the couch Directed by Jonas Poher RasmussenWritten by Jonas Poher Rasmussen Amin Nominated for: Best Animated FeatureBest Documentary FeatureBest International Feature Film Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Show Art by Katie Helm, follow her on IG - @katieladybug3 Theme Music by Breakmaster Cylinder (Check out Time Well Spent, another podcast from ohitsBigRon studios) (Check out Solvable, another podcast hosted by Ronald...2022-03-0712 min
Leaving the TheaterLucaListener Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/leavingthetheater RYJ reviews Luca...from the couch Starring Jacob Tremblay, Jack Dylan Grazer, Emma Berman, Saverio Raimondo, Maya Rudolph, Marco Barricelli, Jim Gaffigan, and Sacha Baron CohenDirected by Enrico CasarosaWritten by Jesse Andrews, and Mike Jones Nominated for: Best Animated Feature Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Show Art by Katie Helm, follow her on IG - @katieladybug3 Theme Music by Breakmaster Cylinder (Check out Time Well Spent, another podcast from...2022-02-2517 min
Leaving the TheaterRaya and the Last DragonListener Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/leavingthetheater RYJ reviews Raya and the Last Dragon...from the couch Starring Kelly Marie Tran, Awkwardfina, Isaac Wang, Gemma Chan, Daniel Dae Kim, Benedict Wong, Sandra Oh, Thalia Tran, Lucille Soong, and Alan TudykDirected by Don Hall, and Carlos Lopez EstradaWritten by Qui Nguyen, and Adele Lim Nominated for: Best Animated Feature Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Show Art by Katie Helm, follow her on IG - @katieladybug3 Theme Music by Breakmaster...2022-02-2420 min
Leaving the TheaterThe Mitchells vs the MachinesListener Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/leavingthetheater RYJ reviews The Mitchells vs The Machines...from the couch Starring Abbi Jacobson, Danny McBride, Maya Rudolph, Mike Rianda, Eric Andre, Olivia Colman, Fred Armisen, Beck Bennett, Chrissy Teigen, John Legend, Carlyne Yi, Blake Griffin, Conan O’Brien, Doug the PugDirected by Mike RiandaWritten by Mike Rianda, and Jeff Rowe Nominated for: Best Animated Feature Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Show Art by Katie Helm, follow her on IG - @katieladybug3 Th...2022-02-2112 min
Leaving the TheaterDon't Look UPListener Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/leavingthetheater RYJ reviews Don't Look UP...from the couch Starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Lawrence, Rob Morgan, Jonah Hill, Mark Rylance, Tyler Perry, Timothee Chalamet, Ron Perlman, Ariana Grande, Scott Mescudi, Cate Blanchett and Meryl StreepDirected by Adam McKayWritten by Adam McKay Nominated for:Best PictureBest Original ScreenplayBest Film EditingBest Original Score Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Show Art by Katie Helm, follow her on IG - @katieladybug32022-02-1717 min
Leaving the TheaterEncantoListener Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/leavingthetheater RYJ reviews Encanto...from the couch Starring Stephanie Beatriz, Maria Cecilia Botero, John Leguizamo, Mauro Castillo, Jessica Darrow, Angie Cepeda, Carolina Gaitan, Diane Guerrero, Wilmer ValderramaDirected by Jared Bush and Byron HowardWritten by Charise Castro Smith and Jared Bush Nominated for: Best Animated FeatureBest Original ScoreBest Original Song Lin Manuel Miranda (Dos Oruguitas) Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Show Art by Katie Helm, follow her on IG - @katieladybug32022-02-1517 min
Leaving the TheaterMoonfallListener Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/leavingthetheater RYJ reviews Moonfall...with Chris Klimek Starring Halle Berry, Patrick Wilson, John Bradley, Michael Pena, Charlie Plummer, Kelly Yu, Donald Sutherland, Eme Ikwakor, Carolina Bartczak, and Maxim RoyDirected by Roland EmmerichWritten by Roland Emmerich, Harold Kloser and Spenser Cohen Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Follow Chris Klimek on Twitter - @ctklimek Check out his podcast A Degree Absolute available everywhere you listenCheck out his website here:http://chrisklimek.net/ 2022-02-0924 min
Leaving the TheaterSpider-man: No Way HomeRYJ reviews Spider-Man: No Way Home Starring Tom Holland, Zendaya, Benedict Cumberbatch, Jacob Batalon, Jon Favreau, Jamie Foxx, Willem Dafoe, Alfred Molina, Benedict Wong, Tony Revolori, Marisa Tomei, Andrew Garfield, Tobey Maguire and many othersDirected by Jon WattsWritten by Chris McKenna and Erik Sommers Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Show Art by Katie Helm, follow her on IG - @katieladybug3 Theme Music by Breakmaster Cylinder (Check out Time Well Spent, another podcast from ohitsBigRon studios) (Check out Solvable, another podcast hosted...2021-12-2017 min
Leaving the TheaterWest Side StoryRYJ reviews West Side Story Starring Ansel Elgort, Rachel Zegler, Ariana DeBose, David Alvarez, Mike Faist, Rita Moreno, Brian D’arcy James, Corey Stoll, Josh Andres Rivera, Iris Menas, Mike Iveson, Jamila Velazquez, Annelise Cepero, Yassmin Alers, Jamie Harris, and Curtiss CookDirected by Steven SpielbergWritten by Tony Kushner Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Show Art by Katie Helm, follow her on IG - @katieladybug3 Theme Music by Breakmaster Cylinder (Check out Time Well Spent, another podcast from ohitsBigRon studios) (Check out So...2021-12-1318 min
Leaving the TheaterEternalsRYJ reviews Eternals Starring Gemma Chan, Richard Madden, Kumail Nanjiani, Lia McHugh, Brian Tyree Henry, Lauren Ridloff, Barry Keoghan, Don Lee, Harish Patel, Kit Harrington, Salma Hayek, Angelina Jolie Directed by Chloe ZhaoWritten by Chloe Zhao, Patrick Burleigh, Ryan Firpo, Kaz Firpo Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Show Art by Katie Helm, follow her on IG - @katieladybug3 Theme Music by Breakmaster Cylinder (Check out Time Well Spent, another podcast from ohitsBigRon studios) (Check out Solvable, another podcast hosted by Ronald, from...2021-11-0813 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
Leaving the TheaterDuneRYJ reviews Dune…but Joshua was not there... Starring Timothee Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson, Oscar Issac, Josh Brolin, Stellan Skarsgard, Dave Bautista, Stephen McKinley, Zendaya, Jason Momoa, and Javier BardemDirected by Denis VillenueveWritten by Jon Spaihts, Denis Villenueve, and Eric Roth Based on the novel Dune by Frank Herbert Follow me on IG, and Twitter - @ohitsbigron Show Art by Katie Helm, follow her on IG - @katieladybug3 Theme Music by Breakmaster Cylinder (Check out Time Well Spent, another podcast from ohitsBigRon studios) (Ch...2021-10-2517 min
Leaving the TheaterNo Time To DieRYJ reviews No Time to Die Starring Daniel Craig, Rami Malek, Lea Seydoux, Lashana Lynch, Ben Whishaw, Naomie Harris, Jeffrey Wright, Christoph Waltz, Billy Magnussen, Ana De Armas and Ralph FiennesDirected by Cory Joji FukunagaWritten by Neal Purvis, Robert Wade, Cary Joji Fukunaga, Phoebe Waller-Bridge Follow me on IG, and twitter - @ohitsbigron Show Art by Katie Helm, follow her on IG - @katieladybug3 Theme Music by Breakmaster Cylinder (Check out Time Well Spent, another podcast from ohitsBigRon studios) (Check out Solvable, another podcast...2021-10-1214 min