Best 2000 Inch Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 241" - UHF Filming Locations in Tulsa 1:19:27

21m ago1:19:27

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Dave and Ethan discuss Ethan's recent trip to Tulsa, OK to visit locations used in Weird Al's 1989 film UHF for the 35th anniversary. In addition to sharing what the locations look like 36 years after the filming, they discuss tips, tricks and suggestions for anyone planning their own visit to these historic landmarks. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Etha…

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Quantum Cowboys (2024) 58:00

2h ago58:00

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Join Ryan, John, and Dixon as we attempt to piece together the multi-verse plot lines of this animated acid western.By Dixon, Ryan, and John

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Episode 240" - Remembering Joe Jaffa 1:19:27

3h ago1:19:27

1:19:27

Dave and Ethan remember Weird Al super-fan Joe Jaffa who passed away at the age of 33. In his short life, Joe changed the lives and touched the hearts of countless people through his incredible kindness and humor. Dave and Ethan celebrate Joe's life by speaking with his cousin Rob Kutner and playing messages left by some of Joe's friends. ABOUT Sin…

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Recommend or Refute | Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior (1981), Mandabi (1968), Freddy Got Fingered (2001) 51:05

2h ago51:05

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From classics to cultural to pop cultural, this Recommend or Refute rounds the bases to deliver discussions from the Australian outback's Mad Max 2 (1981), Osmane Sembène's snapshot of a post-colonial Senegal with Mandabi (1968), and the Canadian insanity invading the United States in Tom Greene's Freddy Got Fingered (2001). There's definitely some…

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Episode 239" - Susan "Sulu" Dubow 1:16:27

12d ago1:16:27

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Dave and Ethan welcome celebrated comedy musician and Dr. Demento sidekick Susan "Sulu" Dubow to the podcast! Not only has Sulu known Weird Al for over four decades, she is featured on early Weird Al recordings and has contributed many songs that aired on The Dr. Demento Show! ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all …

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Hedwig and The Angry Inch (2001) 1:16:35

10d ago1:16:35

1:16:35

We're riding the musical bandwagon now, following our recent episode on Encanto the Afterthoughts crew steps into a much more adult themed musical in the form of John Cameron Mitchell's intimate comedy musical Hedwig and The Angry Inch (2001). Much like Hedwig herself, this film discussion goes on a tour with several unexpected stops. Join Dixon, R…

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Episode 238" - San Diego Comic-Con Panel Recap 1:11:27

21d ago1:11:27

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Dave and Ethan recap their trip to California, including their San Diego Comic-Con panel with the Weird Al-Gorithm podcast about Weird Al's TV songs, and their star-studded 5th anniversary party and WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story screening. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom …

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Encanto (2021) 1:26:10

9d ago1:26:10

1:26:10

On this very family-friendly episode of Afterthoughts, Ryan's daughter Ella joins the usual crew to share her disdain for Encanto (2021). Will the entire table be down on Disney or is there a faint flicker of favoritism burning in this discussion? It would take a miracle to sway Dixon's feelings on Lin Manuel Miranda, but this might be the episode …

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Recommend or Refute | Dangerous Game (1993), Seconds (1966), Inside Out 2 (2024) 45:01

1M ago45:01

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Welcome to the latest episode of Recommend or Refute! Join us as John unpacks Abel Ferrara's Dangerous Game (1993) starring Harvey Keitel and Madonna, Dixon breaks down the trippy John Frankenheimer sci-fi classic Seconds (1966) starring Rock Hudson, and Ryan talks through the new Pixar movie Inside Out 2 (2024).…

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High Noon (1952) 1:12:50

1M ago1:12:50

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Meet us on Main Street when the sun reaches its highest point to discuss the controversial 1952 western High Noon, starring Gary Cooper and Grace Kelly. Hated by John Wayne, revered by US presidents, and acclaimed as one of the greatest American westerns of all time, does High Noon resonate with the Afterthoughts crew? It's a bit of a mixed bag.…

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Episode 237" - "There's No Going Home" Writer Kevin Healey 1:21:27

27d ago1:21:27

1:21:27

Dave and Ethan welcome Kevin Healey, the co-writer of Weird Al's 1996 Disney Channel special, "Weird Al" Yankovic: There's No Going Home. Now a seasoned television producer known for his extensive work with Kevin Hart and prank TV shows, Kevin shares how he was chosen to write the special, the process of writing with Weird Al, and how Ed McMahon wa…

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Kinds of Kindness (2024) 1:14:34

1M ago1:14:34

1:14:34

On this two-person episode of Afterthoughts, John and Dixon record an extended discussion of Kinds of Kindness (2024). Originally it was planned to be a Recommend or Refute entry, but with the amount of thoughts we had after seeing the film merited something more. Love it or hate it, join John and Dixon for a recap and discussion on the latest film…

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Headline News Special Report #14 - New Weird Al Single and Video Announced 2:27

29d ago2:27

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Headline News Special Report #14: "Weird Al" Yankovic shared news today that he will be releasing a new single and music video this coming Friday July 19, 2024. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird Al” Yankovic. Hosted by Dave “Elvis” Rossi and Ethan Ullman, two Wei…

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Ep 24. Dude Hop: A Novice's Guide 51:32

1M ago51:32

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A introductory guide to a particular type of alt-rock infused hop hip made by white dudes with hangovers in the mid 90s, a genre I have decided to call Dude Hop.By fensterdj

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Episode 236" - Contest Winner Nancy Thompson 1:09:27

1M ago1:09:27

1:09:27

Dave and Ethan interview best-selling author Nancy Thompson about her date with Weird Al nearly 40 years ago. Nancy details winning the date via a radio contest, the date itself, where Weird Al took her, and answers the question we all want to know - did she get a kiss from Mr. Yankovic? ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has c…

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Recommend or Refute | Explorers (1985), Stand By Me (1986), The Invention of Lying (2000), and Nothing But a Man (1964) 55:12

1M ago55:12

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On this episode of Recommend or Refute, Ryan sneaks in a twofer with his tribute watches of the River Phoenix vehicles Explorers (1985) and Stand By Me (1986), John tells us all about The Invention of Lying (2009) but will he tell the truth when it comes to recommending or refuting it? Finally, Dixon closes out the discussion by talking about Nothi…

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Episode 235" - Allie Goertz 1:24:27

1M ago1:24:27

1:24:27

Dave and Ethan welcome Allie Goertz to the podcast! Not only does Allie list Weird Al as a main influence for her music, she is a featured background actor in WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story, a former editor at MAD Magazine, the subject of a Nerf Herder song, and a nerdy musician who pays homage to Milhouse, D&D, Pee-wee Herman, Freaks and Geeks and a…

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Dawn of the Planet of the Apes (2014) 1:35:36

1M ago1:35:36

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I hate every ape I see from Chimpan-A to Chimpan-Z. No, you'll never make a monkey out of me. Oh, my God! I was wrong! It was earth all along. You finally made a monkey (yes, we finally made a monkey). Yes, you finally made a monkey out of meeeeeee! I love you, Dr. Zaius!By Dixon, Ryan, and John

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Recommend or Refute | Buck and The Preacher (1972), Madame Web (2024), Atlas (2024) 1:18:18

2M ago1:18:18

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On our 100th episode of Afterthoughts, Ryan and John celebrate by bringing a bunch of questions and complaints to the table regarding Netflix's top 2 films of May: Madame Web (2024) and Atlas (2024). But do the two trash fiends bring recommendations with them? Is Dixon the only hope to bring classy and cultured content with Sidney Poitier's directo…

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Episode 234" - Weird Al Pinball Designers Stephen Silver & Michael Ocean (Part 2) 1:07:42

2M ago1:07:42

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Dave and Ethan conclude their interview with Weird Al pinball Creative Directors Stephen Silver and Michael Ocean. They share more on the process of creating Multimorphic's Weird Al’s Museum of Natural Hilarity pinball game, address a loophole they closed in one of the exhibit halls, and share even more hidden Easter eggs! ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & …

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The Iron Claw (2023) 1:31:23

2M ago1:31:23

1:31:23

Strap in as we bring the backbreaking tragedy of The Iron Claw to you!!! Ryan has finally watched it, and he adds his encyclopedic knowledge of wrestling to our discussion of this beautiful film.By Dixon, Ryan, and John

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Episode 233" - Weird Al Pinball Designers Stephen Silver & Michael Ocean (Part 1) 1:00:27

2M ago1:00:27

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Dave and Ethan welcome the Co-Creative Directors & Game Designers of the official Weird Al pinball machine - Stephen Silver and Michael Ocean! In this first part of their interview, Stephen and Michael discuss the origins of Weird Al’s Museum of Natural Hilarity, the approval process with Weird Al, and more about Multimorphic's P3 Pinball Platform.…

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Recommend or Refute | Thank You Very Much (2023), Spy x Family: Code White (2024), Kuroneko (1968) 47:41

3M ago47:41

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This episode isn't a hoax or a prank, it's just a regular Recommend or Refute episode. Why would we open with that? Well, when John brings Thank You Very Much (2023), a biographical documentary about Andy Kaufman, we feel obligated to emphasize that we aren't trying to fool anyone with the rest of our picks. Sure, Ryan did bring something called Sp…

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Episode 232" - BIG Slick '24 1:03:27

2M ago1:03:27

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Dave and Ethan recap Ethan's trip to BIG Slick '24 - the charity event that Weird Al donated his time to in Kansas City, Missouri - that featured a celebrity softball game, a star-studded show and celebration, and tons of celebrities - including Paul Rudd, Travis Kelce, Sheryl Crow, and dozens more! ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al P…

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Serpico (1973) 1:34:05

3M ago1:34:05

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The great Al Pacino and his luscious head of hair star in this gritty biopic about one honest cop who stood up against the corrupt structures of the NYPD. Join us as we discuss Sidney Lumet's impressive film and Frank Serpico's real world impact on modern policing.By Dixon, Ryan, and John

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Recommend or Refute | All The President's Men (1976), Late Night With The Devil (2023), Satan's Guide to The Bible (2023) 1:05:21

3M ago1:05:21

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On this episode of Recommend or Refute, Dixon brings up All The President's Men (1976) and we lament the devolution of journalistic integrity. John talks pseudo-70s aesthetic with the David Dastmalchian led horror movie Late Night With The Devil (2023). And Ryan talks about his time sitting in a Sunday School of alternative biblical perspective wit…

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Episode 231" - WEIRD Prop Master JM Kehoe III (Part 2) 1:06:27

3M ago1:06:27

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Dave and Ethan conclude their interview with JM Kehoe III, the Prop Master for WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story! JM shares secrets of creating and acquiring the props for the film, how he nearly died making one of the props, and a touching tribute to his friend who worked on the film but tragically passed after filming. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s…

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Cashback (2006) 52:05

3M ago52:05

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John continues to force us to revisit the movies he loved as a teenager that may or may not have aged well since then. This week we're talking about the horny British coming-of-age dramedy Cashback (2006).By Dixon, Ryan, and John

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Episode 230" - WEIRD Prop Master JM Kehoe III (Part 1) 1:04:27

3M ago1:04:27

1:04:27

Dave and Ethan interview the Prop Master for WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story, JM Kehoe III! JM chronicles his early career which included working on Indiana Jones and with Martin Scorsese - and shares incredible stories behind some of the iconic props from Weird Al's Emmy Award-winning film in part one of this interview. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan…

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Recommend or Refute | Wonka (2023), Civil War (2024), Saving Private Ryan (1998) 1:31:28

4M ago1:31:28

1:31:28

This is a Recommend or Refute with plenty of tangents. Prepare yourself to wade through the quagmire of mixed feelings as Ryan whips up a special chocolate covered condemnation of the latest Charlie & The Chocolate Factory film companion with Wonka (2023). Dixon talks about Civil War (2024), not actual Civil War though. John leads the crew on an ex…

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Episode 229" - WEIRD screening in Columbus 1:09:27

3M ago1:09:27

1:09:27

Dave and Ethan celebrate 5 years of the podcast and share the exciting news and happenings from attending a screening of WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story, and accompanying Q&A with director Eric Appel and drag legend Nina West, at the Gateway Film Center in Columbus, OH. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of …

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The Death of Stalin (2018) 1:14:38

4M ago1:14:38

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Did y'all hear that Stalin died? They made a movie about it starring Steve Buscemi and Jeffrey Tambor.By Dixon, Ryan, and John

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Episode 228" - Kenneth Guinup and Jon "Bermuda" Schwartz 1:12:52

3M ago1:12:52

1:12:52

Dave and Ethan welcome Kenneth Guinup and Jon "Bermuda" Schwartz from the recent episode of Collector's Call on MeTV about Kenneth's bodacious Weird Al collection. They share stories from that day, and let us in on some fun behind the scenes conversations and interactions. Plus, months after filming, does Kenneth regret his trade decision? ABOUT Si…

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Recommend or Refute | The Roaring Twenties (1939), Priscilla (2023), The Pagemaster (1994) 42:36

4M ago42:36

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Dixon and John have returned --with special guest Parker-- to serve up some fresh picks for the dwindling watchlists out there. Prohibition may be over, but the legends it spawned live on in The Roaring Twenties (1939), and Dixon is going to dish on all of it while somehow managing to never work in references to the Simpsons episode we're all think…

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Silence (2016) 1:41:24

4M ago1:41:24

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We're finally doing Dixon's favorite movie, the profoundly transformative Silence (2016) by the great Martin Scorsese. Join John, Dixon, and special guest Parker as we discuss our backgrounds in the church and how the film has impacted our personal beliefs. Check out Dixon's article on his journey with the film below. https://medium.com/the-outtake…

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Ep 23 - The Origins of 2 Tone Ska & 7 Second Wave Ska Bands 2:57:15

4M ago2:57:15

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A look at how Jamaican music influenced British culture from the early 60s until the late 70s Ska Revival period/2nd Wave Ska. Taking in; Mento, RnB, Ska, Rocksteady, Reggae, Dub and Roots. And travelling through; Soho mod clubs, Island records, Trojan records, rude boys, skinheads, smokey bears, punks and 2 Tone. and connecting the dots along the …

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Recommend or Refute | This Place Rules (2022), Dune (1984), SXSW 2024 Top Picks 1:10:21

4M ago1:10:21

1:10:21

On this episode of Recommend or Refute, Ryan brings us a feature length dose of Andrew Callaghan's gonzo journalism with the Max exclusive documentary This Place Rules (2022), John takes the Dune Part 2's success as motivation to snort a rail of spice from the studio-interfered, audience-panned interpretation Dune (1984), and Dixon rounds everythin…

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Episode 227" - Lisa Whelchel and Mike Schmiedeler 1:06:27

4M ago1:06:27

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Dave and Ethan welcome the host of Collector's Call on MeTV, Lisa Whelchel (The Facts of Life, Survivor: Philippines), and Mike Schmiedeler, the show's co-creater and Executive Producer! Lisa and Mike talk about the upcoming April 21st episode of Collector's Call that features the Weird Al collection of super fan Kenneth Guinup, and Weird Al expert…

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Thank You for Smoking (2005) 1:01:27

5M ago1:01:27

1:01:27

Thank you for listening to this episode. There's no proof that podcasting causes cancer. Yet.By Dixon, Ryan, and John

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Episode 226" - Ethan’s Archives: Jon "Bermuda" Schwartz 1:14:38

4M ago1:14:38

1:14:38

Dave and Ethan unearth Ethan's interview with Jon "Bermuda" Schwartz from nearly 13 years ago - where Bermuda shares fun facts and stories from his then 31 years as Weird Al's drummer! ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fandom of “Weird Al” Yankovic. Hosted by Dave “Elvis” Rossi a…

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Recommend or Refute | The Eight Mountains (2022), Maburoshi (2023), G-Force (2009) 48:37

5M ago48:37

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Join the usual Afterthoughts crew as they share another sampling of drastically different films. Dixon takes us for a hike into The Eight Mountains (2022), giving just enough of a glimpse into why its one of his recent favorite films. Ryan tells us about his recent attempt to dumpster dive in the Netflix backlog and the resulting discovery of Mabur…

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Episode 225" - Director Janet Greek 1:03:33

5M ago1:03:33

1:03:33

Dave and Ethan interview Janet Greek, the director behind "Ricky," Weird Al's first-ever music video! Janet speaks about her time on set with Weird Al, as well as her time working on Babylon 5, Max Headroom, and the other aspects of her extensive career. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, car…

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Soft & Quiet (2022) 44:04

5M ago44:04

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Just a very chill movie about a few Nazi housewives having a small get-together to talk about Nazi shit.By Dixon, Ryan, and John

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EP 22 - A History of New School Breaks (1981 - 2001) 2:57:23

5M ago2:57:23

2:57:23

A history of breakbeat music from Bronx DJs in the 70s, to Electro, tape cut ups, Chicago hip house, early hardcore, big beat, the California desert raves, Florida Breaks, UK Garage and through to the hotbed of breakbeat creativity that was London in the late 90s; showing the development of the New School Breaks sound over seven foundational DJ mix…

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Episode 224" - Robert Smigel, Triumph the Insult Comic Dog 1:02:07

5M ago1:02:07

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Dave and Ethan welcome comedy legend Robert Smigel to the podcast to discuss his brand new special, "Let's Make a Poop," featuring Weird Al, now on YouTube. In addition to decades portraying Triumph the Insult Comic Dog, his work on Saturday Night Live and the TV Funhouse cartoons, he recently wrote and directed the Adam Sandler film, Leo, on Netfl…

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Recommend or Refute | The Incredible Shrinking Man (1957), Talk to Me (2022), Furry Vengeance (2010) 1:16:43

6M ago1:16:43

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Another RoR is here and we're proud to serve up another set of eclectic offerings spanning sci-fi, horror, and something that's labeled "comedy". Dixon tells us why size does matter with his review of The Incredible Shrinking Man (1957), John shakes hands with horror trope refreshed for a new generation as he talks to us about Talk to Me (2022), an…

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Another Round (2020) 2:16:37

6M ago2:16:37

2:16:37

This is by far our drunkest episode. You're welcome.By Dixon, Ryan, and John

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Episode 223" - WEIRD Costume Designer Wendy Benbrook 1:24:30

5M ago1:24:30

1:24:30

Dave and Ethan are joined by Wendy Benbrook - Costume Designer for WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story and long-time costume designer for the iconic rock band KISS. In addition to her work with Weird Al, Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley and on MADtv, Wendy is currently touring with the legendary Rod Stewart! ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podca…

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Recommend or Refute | Action Jackson (1988), Outlaw Johnny Black (2023), The Delinquents (2023) 59:24

6M ago59:24

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On this episode of Recommend or Refute, Ryan pays tribute to the late Carl Weathers by bringing Action Jackson (1985) to the episode. John finally follows up that Black Dynamite episode we posted by talking about his experience with Michael Jai White's latest homage to Black Cinema: Outlaw Johnny Black (2023). And Dixon takes a film trip to Argenti…

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Episode 222" - WEIRD Makeup Department Head Kat Bardot 1:02:59

6M ago1:02:59

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Dave and Ethan are joined by Makeup Department Head from WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story, Kat Bardot! Kat talks about working with Daniel Radcliffe, the toughest effect in the film, and her amazing career working on such projects as Better Call Saul, Drunk History, and Reno 911! ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all f…

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