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This week our friend Roxie joins us for a discussion about her life as a therapist and the importance of mental health care.
This week the Kid joins us once again and updates us on the journey through the Star Trek universe, This time we discuss the Genesis Trilogy and The Undiscovered County.
This week The Kid joins me to reveal all the subtext you missed when you watched Star Trek the first time!
This week, I am joined by my kid. We discuss our favorite video game memories and things from childhood that still resonate.
This week, my wife and I discuss mysterious lights in the sky, janky animatronics, and of course, the Dodgers.
It's always a pleasure when Brent stop by and this episode is no different. We give our thoughts on Deadpool and Wolverine and we discuss everything from made for TV horror movies to Mystery Science Theater 3000. We also play a rousing game of Cinephile.
This week, my wife returns tp discuss her reaction to the Dodgers winning it all in 2024. We also discuss three movies! The Invisible Man, The Black Cat, and My Darling Clementine.
This week we say goodbye to Fernando Valenzuela, discuss the upcoming World Series, and my wife reviews The Bride of Frankenstein!
My wife and I sit down to discuss our recent vacation, the Dodgers/Padres beef, our current reads, and her introduction to Turner Classic Movies. And, we also review a couple of horror classics from the 1930's.
This week's episode is quick and dirty. My wife and I share a few laughs and learn a few things about each other along the way.
This week I am joined by my friend Nora to discuss ghosts, living in the jungle and Lady Gaga!
This week Jake, Justine, and Patrick return to the studio to discuss Snatch (2000), and just about everthing else they can think of!
This week, Partick and Justine return, along with a special appearance by Jake. We discuss our favorite Disney soundtracks (!) and Mission Impossible 2 (2000). There was an issue with one of my cable so apologies in advace for a couple of dips in the sound.
This week we make a return to the Undercity Comics podcast studio to discuss Best In Show (2000)! We also do a deep dive on the GI Joe cartoon and Justine's obsession with tea.
This week the old crew is back together to discuss Shanghai Noon (2000)
Will technical difficulties spoil the reunion?
This week we discuss The Abyss: Special Edition (1989), plus a spoiler free review of the Fallout TV Series.
This week, my wife joins the show to discuss Almost Famous (2000). Plus we dig into the Ohtani scandal, Kong X Godzilla, Fallout, and some lovely books we enjoy!
Today on a very special episode we have Steve and Izzy from Everything I Learned From Movies and Brent from The Home Video Hustle podcast PLUS guest extraordinaire Michael Bagford! It's all fun and games until we break out the Ranch Water!
This week, Justine and Patrick are back to discuss The Spy Who Shagged Me (1999), plus Brent fills in when tech troubles arise.
This week we have the full crew back plus Brent is with us as a guest. Unfortunately we were plagued by tech issues. There's a bit of an echo that comes and goes but I was able to cobble something together. Hopefully it's not too distracting and you can enjoy our discussion of Austin Powers!
This week Brent joins us to discuss Gladiator (2000) but you can check out how Podbean's A.I. breaks down the show below!!
Welcome to the latest episode of The Superiority Complex podcast, where we dive into a tantalizing array of cultural delights. Our hosts converse passionately about subjects spanning from the iconic anime monster Godzilla to film classics like Ridley Scott's Gladiator. Uncover the appeal of 20th-century pop culture and the charm of silence and jazz of the early cinema. Discover the influences of legendary jazz musicians like John Coltrane, Miles Davis, and others. Plus, stay on the pulse of popular culture with engaging discussions on current movie selections, comic book figures and more.
Dive back into the yesteryears with a look at the James Bond series, Monster Movies, Classic TV shows, and Warner Brother's early offerings. An intriguing mix of nostalgia and insightful commentary on subjects from the world of modern politics to cinema, music, and beyond. Listen in as we delve into additional engaging topics like the rise of streaming platforms, classic courtroom dramas, hollywood stars like Monica Bellucci and directors like Ridley Scott.
Experience an episode packed with wit, humor, and laughter – from Godzilla's big-screen showdowns, nuances of film character choices, to hilarious recollections of misunderstood city names. Unravel fun plot ideas, animated dialogues, and gush over the allure of historical epics, nautical movies, film noir and more. Not just limited to cinematics, indulge in our exploration of jazz tracks from yesterday and today, our heartfelt appreciation for memorable actors, and simple yet profound life stories. Join us at The Superiority Complex for a delightful journey into the marvelous and often comedic world of pop culture.
Happy New Year! This week, we discuss our favorite things from 2023 and we kick off the 2000's in the Digital Movie Club with Godzilla 2000!
It's Christmas time in the Los Angeles Underground, and that means it's time to invite some of our friends (Stevo Doccerson and Michael Bagford) over to discuss a few of our favorite things AND Batman Returns (1992). Join us as we spread a little holiday cheer!
John and I are joined by our friends Anita and Brent for a lovely Turkey Day get together. The movie this week is Next Friday (1999), but you know when Brent is around, the topics are many!
This week we discuss the re-release of Stop Making Sense, Asohka, the cancellation of a beloved TV show, and The World Is Not Enough (1999)
This week, the guys discuss Bowfinger (1999) . We also discuss the future of A.I. and knocking runs into the upper deck!
Hitesh and I check in from our Baseball Road Trip with a review of Oppenheimer and a discussion of our trip.
Special Guest Hitesh Patel joins me as we discuss the Dodger Baseball season thus far. Plus: Los Angeles Sports Trivia!
This week we discuss Office Space (1999). Also, we continue our endless discussion of fast food.
This week Brent from the Home Video Hustle joins us to discuss our favorite fast food burgers and Rushmore (1998).
There is no digital movie club this week, instead we have a casual conversation about AI Beatles songs, our favorite fake restaurants, our favorite fast food, and what it takes to make a good hamburger!
This week we take a look at one of the original comic book movies, Blade (1998). Also, we celebrate Anita's birthday!!
This week, Stevo Doccerson (AKA Hob The Troll) joins our merry band to discuss The Big Lebowski (1998). We also compete for the honor of being Stevo's best friend!
This week, Jake and Kalei help us break down Breakdown (1997) and we grill Kalei about her personal life.
A special series of interviews with early friends of the podcast. Episode 1 kicks off with Lauren Nichols!
It's our 10th anniversary, so I thought I would give the kids a treat and do something I swore I would never do...watch Hook! Was it as terrible as I remembered it? Tune in and find out!
This week we discuss the 2023 Rock n' Roll Hall of Fame Nominees and our Digital Movie Club pick, Waiting for Guffman (1997).
This week we take on Wed Anderson's first movie, Bottle Rocket (1996) plus our favorite stuff from 2022!
This week we had some technical difficulties, so we pick up about 15 minutes into the show. Come spend Christmas Eve in the City of Angels as we discuss L.A. Confidential (1997).
This week, we discuss our favorite Christmas albums and we dive into Escape from L.A. (1996)
This week we discus Kingpin (1996) and we play some Gen Z trivia with the gang. Guest star: Michael Bagford
This week it's the 90's action classic The Rock! Can one of Sean Connery's finest performances rise above the juvenile hijinks of a Michael Bay joint? Listen and find out!
This week we (sort of) celebrate Halloween with Addams Family Values (1993) and Tales from Hood (1995). Plus, we find out which Spice Girl we are!
This week we tackle the birth of Tom Cruise's long running franchise with Mission Impossible (1996). Also, I subject Jake to baseball talk and a couple of quizzes!
This week we take on James Cameron's last good movie, True Lies (1994). Also, we talk way too much about Zac Effron.
It's the episode we've all been waiting for! This week we review Mystery Science Theater 3000 (1996). Brent from the Home Video Hustle joins the gang. Plus, my wife and I share a very special occasion!
A comedy of technical errors leads to one of our longest shows to date! We cover Barton Fink (1991) and we pit Sherlock Holmes against Batman!
This week the crew is back together and we tackle John Woo's 2nd Amercian effort, Broken Arrow (1996), plus we share some Hot Takes!
Brent drops by this week we discuss Rumble in the Bronx (1996), play some 7th grade trivia, and go down the list of tasty dishes that can be found at Trader Joe's.
This week we take a recreational look at Half-Baked (1996). Also, we play another round of Song Titles and we discuss our bad driving habits. Don't Bogart this episode, pass it around!
It's a special interview with our old friend Roxie! We quiz each other on generation slang and we have a special Digital Move Club pick (Knives Out) AND we review an episode of Granada Television's Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (The Speckled Band). Help us crack the case!
This week, Justine rejoins the crew to review Happy Gilmore (1996) and play some music trivia!
This week it's Jake, John, Patrick, and myself and we discuss Crimson Tide (1995) and about a million other topics!
We say goodbye to the greatest sports broadcaster of all time, we even the odds for Jake, and we discuss Die Hard With A Vengeance (1995).
This week we uncover the seedy underbelly of old Las Vegas in Casino (1995). Brett from @HVHPodcast is back and Patrick hosts a brand new trivia challenge!
If you hear any noise it's just me and the boys, discussing Goldeneye (1995) and playing Cinephile!
This week, we discuss Mallrats (1995) and play a few rounds of Cinephile. There was also a nice discussion of Dr. Strange that somehow didn't get recorded, but I have Covid, so, you know, bigger fish to fry.
This week we discuss Empire Records (1995) we also play a couple of games and TRIGGER WARNING: we have a somewhat civilized discussion about the current political situation.
This week we take on the kilted 1995 classic, Braveheart. We also introduce a new game!
This week the crew reviews the movie that launched the career of one of our most unusual, but always original, directors. It's El Mariachi (1993), plus we discuss Obi-Wan Kenobi.
Friday arrives early as we discuss Ice Cube's 1995 comedy classic. Also there's a movie quiz and compliments for Justine!
It's happening! We finally get to chat with our friend Brent, host of The Home VIdeo Hustle face to face! We discuss it all! Burgers! Tacos!! History Of The World Part 1!!!
This week, the gang discusses Pukp Fiction (1994) and we review Everything Everywhere All At Once.
This week we discuss Tombstone (1993) and subject Brent to a rousing game of Choose One.
It's Demoltion Man Day and who better to celebrate with than our old friend, Brent from the Home Video Hustle! But that's not all! Mikey Bags is BACK and better than ever!!! Join us!
This week, we overcome a slew of technical difficulties to bring you our discussion of Dazed and Confused (1993) Special Guest: Michael Bagford!
This week we discuss one of the greatest action movies of all time, John Woo's 1992 classic Hard-Boiled! Plus John reviews The Batman, and special guest Brent and I give our initial thoughts on the new season of MST3K. Plus the first episode of Winning Time and the Kenobi trailer are discussed!
Your New Favorite Podcast is back, once again we cross streams with the host of the Home Video Hustle to take down The Fugitive (1993).
This week we are joined by Brent from the Home Video Hustle and Stevo Doccerson (Hob the Troll) to discuss Jurassic Park!
It's Valentine's Week and love is in the air. Brent joins us again to discuss Meg Ryan's dating tactics in Sleepless in Seattle (1993).
Brent's back and ready to discuss A Bronx Tale (1993) with the crew! Also trivia!
Special thanks to Brent for recording the show on his end, we had some technical difficulties and his recording made finishing the episode possible.
Happy Groundhog Day! We celebrate everyone's favorite mammalian prognosticator with not one, but TWO special guests. Brent from the Home Video Hustle joins us and Pat Francis from the Rock Solid Podcast to discuss Groundhog Day (1993)! Pat has some wonderful stories to share from being on the set of Groundhog Day and Brent dazzles us with his trivia knowledge. Don't miss this one!
It's an action packed episode this week as we review not one, but two movies AND we welcome our very special guest, Brent from The Home Video Hustle. Join us as we discuss Matinee (1993) and Trespass (1992).
We're back and ready to tackle 2022. This week we have a spoiler filled Spiderman No Way Home discussion!
This week we discuss The Hudsucker Proxy (1996). Plus we celebrate John's birthday and play a new trivia game!
This week we take a look at Last of the Mohicans (1991), plus we discuss Get Back, and take a second look at the Daniel Craig era of James Bond.
This week, we take a look at Sneakers (1992), play a little trivia, and discuss Hawkeye and Cowboy BeBop!
This week we discuss A League Of Their Own (1992) plus Patrick discusses both versions of Dune.
It's our Halloween episode and we celebrate with two 1990's classics, The Addams Family (1991) and Sleepy Hollow (1999). Also, we discuss defunct amusement park rides! Crepe!
This week, the gang passes their verdict on My Cousin Vinny (1991). Plus Trivia and a special musical performance!
This week we take a look at Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country and also discuss a whole lot of TV shows!
This week, we tackle Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991) plus trivia and the usual idiocy.
This week the gang tries to wrap their brains around Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are dead.
This week we discuss Backdraft (1991). and the passing of drummer Charlie Watts. Also, Trivia, and the new Spiderman trailer!
We're back from break (except Jake), and we are ready to discuss Suicide Squad, Marvel's What If? and Miller's Crossing. And, it's Miller's Crossing on the Digital Movie Club!
We are on vacation, but that didn't stop us from recording a little something so you won't miss us!
It's the sequel no one asked and no one cares for! On this week's episode we take a look at The Godfather Part III. Plus trivia, fake food and hot jazz!
This week we discuss Edward Scissorhands, play a little trivia, and uncover the truth about Dinah Shore.
This week, we discuss 1990's Memphis Belle, and the crew have spoiler-free reviews of Black Widow and Loki all ready for you earholes!
It's Patrick's Birthday! We celebrate with a rousing game of Choose One with the winner earning the title of Patrick's Best Friend. Also, more trivia and a discussion of Goodfellas! Bing! Pow!!
This week, we take a look at Sam Raimi's 1990 homage to the Universal Monsters, Darkman. Plus, more fun quizzes for the crew!
This week we experience Total Recall. We also play some Loteria, and Justine lets us in on some relationship secrets.
This week, we finish up the Back to the Future Trilogy with a trip to the Old West. Also: Justine reveals an unusual celebrity crush.
This week, we pack a lot of show into less than an hour! First the crew gives us the latest breakdown of what they're watching, playing, reading, and listening to, then it's a knockdown drag out session of "I Should Have Known That!" and finally, we review the classhic shubmarine movie, The Hunt For Red October! Today, we shail into hishtory!
It's been over a year, but we are finally back together in one place! Join us as the Digital Movie Club enters the 1990's with Tremors. We also find out a juicy tidbit about John's past, and I discover I have a thing for sitcom Moms.
This week I got to chat with Stevo Doccerson, AKA Hob the Troll, everyone's favorite Bridge Troll/Crooner. We discuss the origins of his beloved character, his new album, and our mutual love of MST3K. Huzzah!
Filmmaker Chris Graham joins me to discuss his latest film, a foreign language short entitled "Aida". He also teases the possibility of directing a Sasquatch feature!
This week I chat with drummer Kenny Sara. A native of New Orleans, Kenny shares stories of working his way up through the ranks of the New Orleans music scene and a few of the many characters he encountered along the way. Kenny also offers insight into what it takes to be a professional musician.
It's a special episode with a special guest! In the first of a mini-series of episodes, I sit down for a one on one chat with Pat Francis, host of the Rock Solid Podcast. Buckle in, because you're about to hear two middle aged guys complain about stuff that doesn't matter!
I join the 3 J's (Jake, Justine and John) for a leisurely conversation that covers everything from Citizen Kane to Dodger Dogs.
This week we review Foxy Brown (1974) and The Warriors (1979). Also, somebody on the crew gets too big for their britches and I become a ticking time bomb of fury.
In a tragic turn of events, we lost the episode we recorded this week, so my lovely wife stepped in to help me record a FULL episode. This time the Digital Movie Club turns its attention to Cary Grant as we cover movies that span his entire career! Also, we offer some board game recommendations!
This week, we cover two 1960's classics, Charade (1963) and In The Heat of the Night (1967).
This week, we discuss two classics from 1958, Orson Welles' "Touch of Evil", and Alfred Hitchcock's "Vertigo". Plus, a spoiler-free review of "Kong vs Godzilla"
This week we take a look at two movies from the 1950's, Night of the Hunter (1955) and Bridge on the River Kwai (1957). we also dip our toes into the Snyder Cut.
It's a study in contrasts as we discuss two films from 1954, The Creature From The Black Lagoon and The Seven Samurai. Who will triumph?
This week we caught two movies in one of the most fertile collaborative efforts ever produced by Hollywood. We're talking, of course, about the relationship between Millard Mitchell and Anthony Mann. I guess Jimmy Stewart was there, too. Get ready for Winchester '73 (1950) and The Naked Spur (1953). Also, Wandavision!
We are joined by very special guests Steve and Izzy of Everything I Learned From Movies Podcast to discuss The Third Man (1949), and Sunset Blvd (1950). Plus, we get their opinion on Wandavision!
It's our 8th anniversary! We do all the usual stuff, live, laugh, watch old movies, but we also learn a little something. We learn about The Killers (1946) and Battleground (1949). We learn about Wandavision. And, we learn the origin story of Justine's Mom!
It's the Anti-Valentine's Day episode! Join us as we explore the seedy underbelly of 1940's Los Angeles in Double Indemnity (1944) and The Big Sleep (1946). We also catch up with Wandavision!
This week we cover Roman Holiday (1953) and The Apartment (1960). We also catch up with Wandavision!
This week the Digital Movie Club explores two movies from 1941: The Maltese Falcon and Sullivan's Travels. Also, we discuss the Kong Vs. Godzilla trailer and the latest episode of Wandavision WITH SPOILERS!
This week we discuss Gunga Din and The Road To Singapore, and the heavy use of brownface during the 1930's and 1940's.
This week we examine how Sean Connery and Roger Moore exited their respective turns as James Bond when Diamonds are Forever and A View To A Kill go under the microscope.
After a major malfunction we realized we lost a full 90 minute episode. We took a break, cried, and then reconvened to bring you this special episode. Enjoy!
We close out the 1980's with Eight Men Out and Monty Python's Meaning of Life. We also briefly discuss Wonder Woman 84 and Soul.
This week, we take a look at a movie that has nothing to do with Christmas and everything to do with cashing in (Die Hard 2: Die Harder), and a movie that launched accidentally launched a Christmas franchise (Uncle Buck). Also, we discuss the season finale of the Mandalorian.
This week we cover TWO James Bond films from 1983, the "Official" Octopussy, and Sean Connery's return in Never Say Never Again. We also play a game called Music IQ.
This week we review a pair of underrated 80's comedies: Hollywood Shuffle and I'm Gonna Git You Sucka!
This week we take a look at two Rob Reiner classics from the 1980's, This is Spinal Tap and The Princess Bride!
It's Thanksgiving at the Superiority Complex and we tuck into a couple of movies from 1980. The gloriously campy Flash Gordon and the gritty Big Red One.
This week we discuss 1982's Diner and 1989's When Harry Met Sally. Also: Fun with Alexa!
Our Halloween celebration concludes with a discussion of the greatly underappreciated killer machine opus, Maximum Overdrive and the high-point of horror comedy, Army of Darkness!
This week, we check out a few Halloween classics including the first two installments of the Evil Dead series and the 80's classic Poltergeist. We also discuss the breaking of a 32 year old curse! Join us if you dare!
This week we discuss Back To The Future Part II and Indiana Jones And The Last Crusade. We also try to name Jake's cat and Justine and I give our L.A. sports recap.
This week we take on Tim Burton's Batman and the underappreciated Licence to Kill. Also, we discuss the passing of Rock legend Eddie Van Halen, and what you can score by putting some positivity out into the world.
Happy International Podcast Day! This week, we take some time at the top of the show to discuss the Presidential debates. Then we turn our attention to the Digital Movie Club. This time around we discuss Major League and Dirty Rotten Scoundrels. Will this be the movie that changes Patrick's mind about Steve Martin? Also stay tuned until the very end because we shout out some new podcast friends!
This week we uncover the subliminal messaging of They Live and fight our way through Police Story 2.
This week we discuss A Fish Called Wanda and Midnight Run. We also discuss defunct fast food joints! We also explore why you're so unpopular with the Chicago Police Department,
This week, John clears up one of Hollywood's oldest mysteries. Also, we talk a little Batman, but mostly it's about two great 80's comedies, Coming to America and Bull Durham.
This week the Digital Movie Club reviews two movies that take a look at a different side of life during the Second World War. Join us as we explore Empire of the Sun and Biloxi Blues.
School's back in session and we've got two 80's educational classics, Summer School and Stand & Deliver! We also discuss The Batman trailer and our first ever wedding review! Join us, if you have the ganas!
This week the Digital Movie Club takes a deep dive into InnerSpace and then travels to an eerily familiar future in Robocop. Dead or Alive, you're listening to us!
This week on the Digital Movie Club we discuss The Untouchables and Predator. Click on the link! Do it! Do it now!! C'mon! We're here!!
We are entering the late 80's and the movies are getting better and better! This week we review two from 1987, the Coen Brother's comic masterpiece, Raising Arizona, and Timothy Dalton's debut as James Bond in The Living Daylights! Plus, a special report on Mid-Western delicacies!
The Boarding Party returns with reviews of
Back To The Future: Dice Through Time
Godzilla: Tokyo Clash
Tiny Towns
Wingspan
Isle of Cats
and a final review of Harry Potter: Hogwarts Battle!
This week we have a whale of a time discussing Star Trek IV and we grunt our way through Clint Eastwood's Heartbreak Ridge. Also, Jake discovers the wonders of the human body.
We take it back to the days before the DMC and just enjoy each other's company for a while.
It's SCTV alumni week on the Digital Movie Club as we review Armed and Dangerous and Strange Brew! Grab a 6-pack of Elsinore join us!
Is there a movie that could possibly overtake Zardoz as the worst film we've seen thus far? Find out this week as we wet our beaks with Howard the Duck. And, we review a movie close to John's heart, Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid.
This week the Digital Movie Club takes the day off with Ferris Bueller and unlocks the mystery at the heart of the Labyrinth!
We're back after a difficult week off. In the first half of the episode the crew gets a chance to voice their opinions on the murder of George Floyd and the subsequent protests. In the second half, we continue through our journey through 1980's movies with Brazil and Spies Like Us.
This week, the Digital Movie Club heads East as we discuss Jackie Chan's Police Story, and Akira Kurosawa's 1980's epic, Ran. Join us!
The Boarding Party is BACK! In this episode, we share the games that have kept us entertained during our time in social isolation.
This week the gang Searches for Spock and has quite a Fright at Night as we continue our journey through 1980's cinema.
Cheri and Cheryl drop their first full episode on an unsuspecting public. They also suffer through their first guest!
It's another episode of your favorite social distancers! This week we discuss people being jerks during a pandemic! We also discuss two 1980's classics, Silverado and Pee Wee's Big Adventure.
Cheri and Cheryl are two Moms who want you to know that life is great, even when you're not medicated! Join them on their inaugural journey as they discuss their life during the quarantine, surviving an outbreak at home, and the adventures of a peculiarly helpful monkey.
This week the Digital Movie Club explores the fondly remembered Goonies and the Chevy Chase classic, Fletch.
It's a Schwarzenegger Double Feature on the Digital Movie Club! This week, we take on The Terminator and Commando. Why don't you let off a little steam and join us?
In this, the second episode of a special ongoing feature, we check in with Brent, host and creator of The Home Video Hustle Podcast. Among other things we discuss Hip-Hop, Mystery Science Theater 3000, character actors, and Bruce Willis' armpits.
The Digital Movie Club continues its journey through the 1980's with Clint Eastwood's return to the Old West in Pale Rider, and the underrated Witness starring Harrison Ford.
It's Mozart vs a group of plucky teen freedom fighters in this week's Digital Movie Club. Only one movie won our hearts and minds this week. Was it Amadeus or Red Dawn? Tune in and find out!