Best Uhf Film Podcasts (2024)

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

21m ago1:19:27

1:19:27

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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#284: Spawn (1997) (with Robert Yaniz Jr.) 1:42:48

1h ago1:42:48

1:42:48

Superhero movies in the 90s were... weird. There might be a couple good ones, but most of them were awful. And that's why we're reviewing one of the worst ones! It's Spawn, from 1997. It's based on the comicbook character by Todd McFarlane, and stars Michael Jai White, John Leguizamo, and Martin Sheen. It's also terrible! We had a very fun time tal…

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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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#283: Mars Attacks! (1996) (with hauntedbyhan) 1:42:42

5d ago1:42:42

1:42:42

Finally, a movie that accurately depicts what would happen when Mars Attacks! This week, we're reviewing a 1996 cult classic sci-fi comedy from director Tim Burton. It's got some good moments, some confusing messaging, and all the usual issues that usually come with picking a movie from him. We're joined by horror streamer hauntedbyhan on this one!…

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

12d ago1:16:27

1:16:27

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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#282: Judge Dredd (1995) 1:26:39

1d ago1:26:39

1:26:39

We're reviewing movies from the 90s, of course we're going to do a bad comic-book adaptation! This week, we're off to Mega-City One to review Judge Dredd from 1995. It stars Sylvester Stallone as the popular street cop character from the comics. He's shooting thugs and saying taglines. He's also hanging out with our favourite* actor of all time: Ro…

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

21d ago1:11:27

1:11:27

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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#281: Tammy and the T-Rex (1994) 1:44:45

17d ago1:44:45

1:44:45

We've done a lot of dinosaur movies this year, so why not another one! This week, we're chatting about a cult classic film called 'Tammy and the T-Rex'. It's directed by cult-director Stewart Raffill (The Ice Pirates, Mac and Me), and features early roles for Denise Richards and Paul Walker. There's an animatronic dinosaur, a mad scientist, lots of…

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#280: Super Mario Bros. (1993) 1:45:45

16d ago1:45:45

1:45:45

Videogame movies are known to be a bit rough. Some might even say that almost all of them are terrible. While that may not be true for today's videogame adaptations, it certainly was when Hollywood started to make them. And that's what we're checking out this week, the first-ever videogame movie: 1993's Super Mario Bros. Considered to be one of the…

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#279: Wayne's World (1992) 1:15:25

1M ago1:15:25

1:15:25

Excellent! It's another episode, and this week the boys are schwinging into 1992 to chat about Wayne's World! Hot off the Saturday Night Live writers' room, Mike Myers and Dana Carvey have put together a hilarious movie all about two friends trying to survive in a corporate world. It's a most exquisite comedy that will have you chortling most radic…

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

29d ago2:27

2:27

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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#278: Point Break (1991) (with Jack McGorlick) 1:38:35

1M ago1:38:35

1:38:35

We're riding the waves of adrenaline this week as we watch a Kathryn Bigelow action movie called 'Point Break'. It's an early role for Keanu Reeves and sees him play an FBI agent who, with his partner Gary Busey, has to find a group of surfers who have been robbing banks. He becomes friends with Patrick Swayze, hangs out with Lori Petty, and consta…

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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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#277: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990) 1:08:54

2M ago1:08:54

1:08:54

Things are about to get radical, bro, 'cause we're in the 90s! To kick off our journey through a strange time in cinema, we're reviewing a classic movie that many kids of the 90s love. It's the live-action 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' movie! Get comfy in your favourite sewer sofa, grab a slice of pizza, and settle in for one cowabunga of a review…

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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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Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance (2011) [Patreon Bonus Episode] 59:39

2M ago59:39

59:39

No new episode this week, we'll be back next week to start our review of '90s movies, but we're not letting you go without content to listen to! Straight from the Patreon vaults, here's a bonus episode... FOR FREE! To help celebrate our Cage-O-Rama series, the third season of which is currently happening on Patreon, here's our review of Nicolas Cag…

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#276: UHF (1989) (with Ben Volchok) 1:37:18

2M ago1:37:18

1:37:18

For our final episode in the 80s, we're reviewing a cult classic comedy by "Weird Al" Yankovic called 'UHF'! It's about running a low-budget TV station, which gives Weird Al an excuse to make a bunch of parodies of popular movies, poke fun at television ads from the 80s, and get all his comedian friends to come in and make a couple of jokes! Joinin…

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

2M ago1:07:42

1:07:42

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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#275: The Land Before Time (1988) 1:20:53

2M ago1:20:53

1:20:53

We're two big dino fanboys, so we jumped (or should I say stomped?) at reviewing 'The Land Before Time' for this week's journey to 1988! It's the classic animated dinosaur movie, created by Don Bluth, Steven Spielberg, Kathleen Kennedy, and George Lucas. But here's the thing... We aren't kids anymore, so will we still enjoy this film? We gave it a …

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

2M ago1:00:27

1:00:27

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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#274: Miami Connection (1987) 1:29:26

3M ago1:29:26

1:29:26

We've already done a full year reviewing films from 1987 so we're not reviewing a real movie this week. Instead, we're reviewing a cult classic martial arts movie that is terrible! It's called 'Miami Connection' and it was made by a guy called Y.K. Kim. He made a movie all about a rock band full of orphans who know taekwondo. They are at war with a…

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

2M ago1:03:27

1:03:27

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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#273: Little Shop of Horrors (1986) (with hauntedbyhan) 2:29:37

3M ago2:29:37

2:29:37

Join us in Skid Row for this week's episode as we get a bunch of musical numbers in our head while reviewing 1986's 'Little Shop of Horrors'! It's Frank Oz's adaptation of the musical stage show adaptation of Roger Corman's B-movie from the 60s, and we've got a lot to say about it! Horror streamer Han joins us to chat all about Rick Moranis, his bl…

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#272: Return to Oz (1985) 1:47:22

3M ago1:47:22

1:47:22

We're putting our ruby slippers back on and heading back to the yellow brick road this week as we review Disney's 1985 movie, 'Return to Oz'. Billed as a semi-sequel to the classic musical, this film takes a much darker approach to the world of L. Frank Baum's book series. We see Dorothy, now an inmate awaiting electrotherapy, travel back to a much…

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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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#271: Caravan of Courage: An Ewok Adventure (1984) 1:26:04

3M ago1:26:04

1:26:04

"We will never review a Star Wars movie." This is a statement that we have been saying over and over again during this year's choices. But when we saw that Caravan of Courage: An Ewok Adventure was an option for 1984, the allure of those cuddly creatures was too hard to resist... And so, here we are, reviewing a Star Wars TV movie for kids. Join ou…

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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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#270: Videodrome / The Dead Zone (1983) 1:44:00

3M ago1:44:00

1:44:00

Double the horror, double the mystery, double the Cronenberg. This week, we've got a double feature for you! Two movies by the father of body horror, David Cronenberg. We have a Stephen King adaptation in the form of 'The Dead Zone', which is a fairly toned-down psychological drama about Christopher Walken and his mind-powers. Then we go all out wi…

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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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#269: Blade Runner (1982) (with Sandy Whittem) 1:21:20

4M ago1:21:20

1:21:20

What does it mean to be a human? How can we tell who are synthetic replicants and who are not? How much money did Coca-Cola pay to be plastered all over this movie? These are questions that we'll be tackling this week as we head to 1982 and review Ridley Scott's Blade Runner! Based off the novel by Philip K. Dick, it's about Harrison Ford trying to…

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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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#268: Tarzan, the Ape Man (1981) 1:20:12

4M ago1:20:12

1:20:12

Well, we're reviewing another Tarzan movie. What could go wrong? ...a lot apparently, this is one of the worst movies we have ever reviewed. 1981's 'Tarzan, the Ape Man' is an awful adaptation of the Tarzan story, featuring some of the most uncomfortable scenes we've ever had to watch the podcast, as well as some of the worst behind-the-scenes stor…

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#267: Flash Gordon (1980) (with Rhys Parton) 1:37:25

4M ago1:37:25

1:37:25

Welcome to the 1980s. It's a decade of cheap, cheesy movies. A decade when cinema became more commercial than ever before. To kick off our journey through this deliciously trashy era of film, we're diving into the world of Flash Gordon. After we covered the old-timey serial last year, how could we not check out this remake? Podcaster Rhys Parton jo…

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Star Slammer (1986) [Patreon Bonus Episode] 46:33

5M ago46:33

46:33

No new episode this week so we're dropping an episode from the Patreon vaults! Star Slammer (aka Prison Ship) is a very sus sci-fi movie about a women's space prison. It's sometimes funny, sometimes annoying, sometimes self-aware, sometimes awful, but constantly aroused. This movie is so aroused there's a planet called Arous in it. Join our Patreon…

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

4M ago1:06:27

1:06:27

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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#266: The Black Hole (1979) (with Rob Lloyd) 1:29:11

5M ago1:29:11

1:29:11

[COME SEE 'Shakespeare Ghostbusters' IN MELBOURNE! https://www.comedyfestival.com.au/2024/shows/shakespeare-ghostbusters] It's our last week reviewing movies from the 70s and we're going out with a bang! On this episode, we're talking about 'The Black Hole. It's a sci-fi movie that came out right in the middle of Disney's dark age, an era where the…

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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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#265: Attack of the Killer Tomatoes (1978) 1:43:35

5M ago1:43:35

1:43:35

Finally, a movie that asks the big questions: What would happen if all the tomatoes rose up and started attacking American cities? Turns out it would be really funny! This week, we're reviewing 1978's Attack of the Killer Tomatoes, and to say it surpassed expectations is an understatement. Join our Patreon for TWO bonus episodes each month! https:/…

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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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#264: Damnation Alley (1977) 1:38:30

5M ago1:38:30

1:38:30

Hey, remember Star Wars? The first one that came out in 1977 and surprised everyone, becoming a massive hit and changing Hollywood forever? Well, we're not reviewing Star Wars. No, we're reviewing the movie that 20th Century Fox was banking on being the hit of the year instead of Star Wars. It's called Damnation Alley! Very loosely based on a novel…

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

5M ago1:02:07

1:02:07

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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#263: The Twelve Tasks of Asterix (1976) 1:17:10

6M ago1:17:10

1:17:10

We are revisiting our comic-reading youth this week as we check out 1976's 'The Twelve Tasks of Asterix'. Based on the classic French comic books, we head off on an adventure with our two favourite Gauls, Asterix and Obelix, to thwart Julius Caesar and the rest of those pesky Romans by performing a bunch of impossible tasks. Expect large servings o…

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#262: Dolemite (1975) 1:19:49

6M ago1:19:49

1:19:49

It's 1975 and we're reviewing one of the biggest surprise hits of that year... Rudy Ray Moore's Dolemite! He's a stand-up comedian who co-wrote, produced, and semi-directed his own blaxploitation crime movie. It's filled with flat line deliveries, cameos from multiple boom mics, a plot that is pretty hard to follow, and heaps more karate than eithe…

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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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#261: Young Frankenstein / Blazing Saddles (1974) (with Jacob Sacher) 1:32:17

6M ago1:32:17

1:32:17

For the first bonus battle of the year, we've picked two comedies that have a lot in common. The most obvious similarity is that they are both directed and co-written by Mel Brooks. They also both star Gene Wilder, and they are both parodies of genres that we have done bonus battle specials on last year. What a time to be alive! We're joined by com…

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

6M ago1:02:59

1:02:59

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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#260: Soylent Green (1973) (with Zac Rose) 1:25:50

6M ago1:25:50

1:25:50

After last week's disappointing foray into eco-themed cinema, we made sure to pick a good film from this genre this week and try and figure out the dystopian mystery of 1973's 'Soylent Green'. Well, we already knew the twist, but there was still plenty of cool stuff to discover in this overpopulated hellscape of New York City in 2022. We're joined …

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#259: Frogs (1972) 1:16:29

6M ago1:16:29

1:16:29

You'd better not be squeamish because this week we're reviewing 1972's 'Frogs', a cult classic horror film that is very boring and very bad. Sam Elliott is in it and he plays a photographer who wants to protect the environment, except for when he doesn't. When he discovers that the wildlife near a rich family's island mansion is killing people, he …

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Episode 221" - Musicians Julian Velard, Andrew Berg & Mike Huff 1:00:41

6M ago1:00:41

1:00:41

Dave and Ethan are joined by musician Julian Velard to speak about his newest album, In the Middle of Something, that features Weird Al on one of the tracks. Plus musicians Andrew Berg (The What Nows?!) and Mike Huff (BEES!) join from their upcoming Weird Al ska/punk tribute album, Rudy Reboots WEIRD: A ska/punk tribute to Al Yankovic. Tune in to h…

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