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Full Metal Slacket
Full Metal Slacket is the official podcast about the bracket-style movie and TV tournaments held by the Slack community of The Filmcast. Hosts Paola and Patrick, along with a wide variety of guests, dissect the latest developments, share the hottest behind-the-scenes gossip and preview the most exciting upcoming matches.
This week, Pao is finally back from her vacation, just in time to close out this season by announcing the winner of the 1940s Slacket!
Voting is no longer open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com. This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes. Original podcast art by Paul Baker.
This week, Patrick is joined by Jennifer to discuss the results of the Final Four rounds, all the 40s movies that Jems has watched (including the elusive Shadow of a Doubt!), and the age-old question: What IS German?
Pao is in Cancun.
Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com. This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes. Original podcast art by Paul Baker.
The 40s may be long over, but if we slow down the pace enough our 40s Slacket will never end! Anyway, here are the results of the Elite Eight, brought to you by Patrick and none other than the fabulous Paul Baker!!
Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com. This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes. Original podcast art by Paul Baker.
After missing a week, Paola and Patrick discuss rounds 2 and 3 results and the Film Club pick for the week: Gilda.
Paola and Patrick are joined by Producer Jason to discuss the results of Round 1, as well as a peek into the all important first round of predictions results. Also, they discuss the 40s Film Club selection for the week: Letter From an Unknown* Woman.
See all 64 movies at our Letterboxd list, and make sure to follow everyone's predictions at our Challonge page! Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com. This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes. Original podcast art by Paul Baker.
We're kicking off the Best of 1940s Slacket with a black-and-white BANG! See all 64 movies at our Letterboxd list, and make sure to get your predictions in at our Challonge page! Round 1 voting will begin soon. And in the meantime... KEEP WATCHING 40s MOVIES! <3
Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com. This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes. Original podcast art by Paul Baker.
Patrick and Paola discuss the final championship results of the Action slacket.
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes. Original podcast art by Paul Baker.
This week, Patrick is joined by first-time guest host and celebrity podcaster, Tim of the First Time Watchers podcast! Listen as they discuss the B-Movie "straight to video" action movie market and talk through the Final Four action slacket results.
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes. Original podcast art by Paul Baker.
This week Patrick and Paola discuss their favorite action movies scenes (or scenes from action movies, anyway), the results of the quarterfinals and their chances for banishing Jason from the prediction podium.
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com. This episode was produced by Patrick. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes. Original podcast art by Paul Baker.
Patrick and Paola are joined this week by returning guest host, Rico Albarracin. Listen as they discuss a very unpopular opinion about a 2010s favorite as well as all of the sweet sixteen results.
Catch up with Rico's podcast, Always the Critic.
Watch Amy Schumer's new special!
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com. This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes. Original podcast art by Paul Baker.
With Patrick away, Paola is joined by returning guest host Paul. Listen as Paola, Paul, and Producer Jason discuss the Round 2 results, participate in a Mission: Impossible Quiz, and look ahead at Round 3.
To play along with our M:I Quiz, visit https://forms.gle/XvecYpBdsir5x7cc8
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com. This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes. Original podcast art by Paul Baker.
Paola and Patrick are joined by returning guest Jennifer to look at the Action Slacket's Round 1 Results.
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com. This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes. Original podcast art by Paul Baker.
Announcing... the final 64 movies up for the title of Best Action Movie!
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com. This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes. Original podcast art by Paul Baker.
Season SE7EN is here, and what's in the box? The BEST ACTION MOVIE SLACKET! Listen to Patrick and Paola as they're joined by Producer Jason to discuss how Slackets are born, introduce our biggest PLAY IN round ever, and definitively settle, once and for all, what an action movie is!
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com. This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes. Original podcast art by Paul Baker.
This week, Paola and Patrick are reunited to wrap up the season and announce the final results of the Best TV Couple slacket!
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com. This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes. Original podcast art by Paul Baker.
This week, Patrick and special guest Jennifer mainly talk about Mulder and Scully, but may also spare a minute or two to discuss the results of the Final Four and to preview next week's championship vote (it's where we vote for the champion 'ship).
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com. This episode was produced by Patrick. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes. Original podcast art and championship pun by Paul Baker.
This week, Paola is joined by Paul who joins us to say an enthusiastic "good riddance" to the puppet contingent of this Slacket.
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com. This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes. Original podcast art by Paul Baker.
This week, Patrick and Paola have had it with these mother-effing puppets in this mother-effing slacket.
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com. This episode was produced by Patrick. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes. Original podcast art by Paul Baker.
Patrick and Paola are joined by returning guest Heather (sadly, not a P-name) for a look at the round 3 results and a look a head at what's to come.
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com. This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes. Original podcast art by Paul Baker.
Patrick and Paola are joined once again by Producer Jason for a TV-couples-focused round of "Sex on TV" trivia! See if you can do better than they did? And don't miss all of the updates on the latest etc etc you know this part it's the same every time.
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com. This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes. Original podcast art by Paul Baker.
And we're off! Paola and Patrick review the STUNNING Round 1 results and take a look at the Round 2 match-ups ahead.
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com. This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes. Original podcast art by Paul Baker.
We're back for SEASON SIX! Paola and Patrick are kicking off the BEST TV COUPLE Slacket. Get excited because Round 1 starts now! Don't forget to make your predictions!
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com. This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes. Original podcast art by Paul Baker.
This week, Patrick and Paola are reunited and reveal the winner of the 1950s Slacket, the results of the prediction competition, and the exciting topic of our next Slacket.
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is now closed. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This episode was produced by Patrick. This season's special 50's style theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. This week's outro music is "Guy Love" from the TV show Scrubs. This season's special original podcast art by Paul Baker.
This week, Patrick and guest host Jenny discuss the 1957 classic 12 Angry Men, talk about the shocking results of the Final Four matchups, and preview next episode's championship match.
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This episode was produced by Patrick. This season's special 50's style theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. This week's outro music is a cover of The Weather Girls "It's Raining Men" by the band Selo i Ludy. This season's special original podcast art by Paul Baker.
This week, Paola and Patrick soldier on alone to discuss Stanley Kubrick's Paths of Glory before recapping the Elite Eight results and looking ahead at the FINAL FOUR.
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. This season's special 50's style theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. This week's outro music is the Main Theme from the score of All About Eve, composed by Alfred Newman. This season's special original podcast art by Paul Baker.
This week on Full Metal Slacket, Paola, Patrick, and Producer Jason discuss the 1950 Oscar-winning juggernaut All About Eve before recapping the round of 16 results and then looking ahead to the final 8 films.
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. This season's special 50's style theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. This week's outro music is the Main Theme from the score of All About Eve, composed by Alfred Newman. This season's special original podcast art by Paul Baker.
This week on a pre-US-Thanksgiving holiday version of Full Metal Slacket, Paola, Patrick, and Producer Jason discuss the 1954 movie Godzilla before recapping the round of 32 results and then looking ahead to the Sweet Sixteen.
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. This season's special 50's style theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. This week's outro music is "That's Amore" performed by Dean Martin and featured on the soundtrack of Roman Holiday. This season's special original podcast art by Paul Baker.
Grab a cup of sleepy time tea and listen to this extra sleepy episode of Full Metal Slacket: 1950s edition. Patrick, Paola, and Producer Jason share Round 2 results, lament the loss of some truly great films, drink from a clinking glass, and review this week's movie of the week: Stanley Kubrick's The Killing. Join us, yeah?
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. This season's special 50's style theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. This week's outro music is "Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend" from the original soundtrack of Gentleman Prefer Blondes. The song is written by Jule Styne and Leo Robin and performed by Marilyn Monroe and the 20th Century-Fox Studio Orchestra (Chorus conducted by Lionel Newman). This season's special original podcast art by Paul Baker.
And we're off! The 1950s Slacket is in full gear. Paola and Patrick are joined again by producer Jason to break down the Round 1 results, but not until first reviewing the 50s movie of the week: Anatomy of a Murder. (See IMDb for the amazing poster discussed in the episode.)
Is Johnny Guitar a better name for Lonesome Rhodes? Will the entire Apu Trilogy meet a swift end? Has anyone seen Alex and Batman in the same room??? Listen to the end to find out.
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. This season's special theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. This week's outro music is the theme song from the 1958 film, The Blob, written by Burt Bacharach and Mack David, perfomed by The Five Blobs. This season's special original podcast art by Paul Baker.
FMS is back! Paola and Patrick are joined by Producer Jason to geek out about the movies of the 1950s! Join them as they walk through the match-ups, talk through favorites and blindspots, and introduce a mini-50s Slacket watch-along party! Plus: a special surprise...
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. This season's special theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. This week's outro music is a rendition of The River Kwai March, composed by Mitch Miller, based on the Colonel Bogey March. This season's special original podcast art by Paul Baker.
Due to an unexpected absence of co-host Paola and producer Jason, Patrick is forced to host this week's episode with an unruly band of international guest stars. Listen in as they preview this Sunday's big finale for the best wedding slacket, some guests get unexpectedly sentimental, and Heather eats her McDonald's takeout.
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you cannot visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. There will be no voting. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This episode was produced by Patrick Simon with proof-listening by Paul Baker. The special theme song is a cover of Jason Rhodes' Full Metal Slacket theme song, adapted and performed by Paul Baker with lyrics contributions by Patrick Simon. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes without any involvement from Paul Baker or Patrick Simon. Original podcast art by Paul Baker, slightly adapted by Patrick Simon.
Paola and Patrick are joined this week by returning guest extraordinaire Jennifer Mac A.K.A. Jems! Listen in as they discuss coin flip semantics, review Jems' favorite sports films, and reveal the results of the Best Sports Film Slacket Championship. And don't forget to begin preparations for our next topic: Best 50s Movie (one of the greatest decades for film of all time)!
- 100 Most Popular Films of the 1950s
- Producer Jason's Recommended 1950s Films
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. This week's outro music is a clip from the 1952 classic film, Singin' in the Rain. Original podcast art by Paul Baker.
This week, Patrick is away so Producer Jason fills in. Jason and Paola welcome special baseball expert guest Paul Baker for—you guessed it—more baseball talk! Find out which baseball giant won out and headed to the finals.
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes. Original podcast art by Paul Baker.
This week, Paula and Peter read the Major League Baseball rulebook aloud before eventually getting into the results of the elite eight, with a look ahead at the final matchups. The baseball talk will continue until morale improves!
Note: for those interested in more information about collisions at home plate, please see the MLB rulebook glossary.
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes. Original podcast art by Paul Baker.
This week, Paola and Patrick read a correction from a first-time emailer, review the rules of America's Game, and break down the sweet sixteen results.
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes. Original podcast art by Paul Baker.
This week, Paola and Patrick are joined by Rico Albarracin from the Always the Critic podcast to discuss this round's results and look ahead at the Round of 16! The crew answer a listener email, Rico teaches our hosts about baseball movies and mounts a stirring defense of Spike Lee's He Got Game, and they all look ahead at some nail-biting Round of 16 match-ups.
Note: Special thanks to Tim Costa (from the First Time Watchers podcast) and Patrick H. Willems (and his "Why Baseball is the Best Movie Sport" video), whose audio clips appear in this show.
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes. Original podcast art by Paul Baker.
Patrick and Paola have their sports movie knowledge PUT TO THE TEST in this week's episode, as Producer Jason prepares a Sports Movie Quote Quiz Challenge for them. Try your luck with the quiz yourself before listening, if you dare. And don't miss the Round of 64 results and see which Number 1 Prediction fell the furthest.
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes. Original podcast art by Paul Baker.
This week, Paola and Patrick walk through the Round 1 results and review the first prediction standings. As we all know, whoever is in first after the first round is almost certainly going to win. They also discuss when Eye of the Tiger appears in the Rocky franchise, explain how to say "own goal" in German, and throw a good helping of shade at one of the world's most popular sports.
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes. Original podcast art by Paul Baker.
We're back for SEASON FOUR! Paola and Patrick are kicking off the BEST SPORTS MOVIE Slacket. Get excited because Round 1 starts now! Don't forget to make your predictions! To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com. This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes. Original podcast art by Paul Baker.
This week: Paola and Patrick are joined by not 1, not 3, not 4, but TWO guests—the wonderful Jennifers! Jems and Jenny talk about their favorite animated films before helping to announce the Ultimate Champion of our Best Animated Film Bracket!
NOTE: Listen to the end to hear about our next TWO Slacket topics...
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes.
Original podcast art by Paul Baker. Episode art is a picture of a squirrel dressed as a shark, eating an avocado.
This week: The whole crew is back from vacation! Paola and Patrick break down the championship match between two animation giants while Jason sits quietly in his glass producer's booth, feeding the hosts bits of information and incorrectly spelled cues.
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This episode was produced by Patrick. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes.
Original podcast art by Paul Baker.
This week: Paola and Patrick are being plagued by audio issues, Jason is dodging his editorial duties, and the four regions have found their respective winners.
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This episode was produced by Patrick. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes.
This week: Paola and Jason are enjoying their time off, but we have ECE luminary Paul Baker as a guest! Listen in to find out if animation is any good, or whether everything should be replaced by live-action, and join us to see Patrick's prediction fall apart in slow motion over the coming weeks.
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This episode was produced by Patrick. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes.
This week: Patrick is back from vacation, but now producer and interim host Jason is off to Europe. Will the audio quality ever recover? Will the audience accept the total lack of preparation and research? Join us to learn about Paola's anime crushes, our favorite animated TV shows, and yes, also the results from the latest Slacket round.
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This episode was produced by Patrick. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes.
This week: Paola is joined by producer Jason once again, while Patrick calls in from Slovenia! The three discuss the results of Round 2, the mysterious identity of predictor "Ivy List", and dive into the world of animated film directors. We love you, Pete Docter.
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes.
This week: Our producer Jason steps in as guest host while Patrick goes globetrotting around Europe. Listen as Paola and Jason discuss the most beloved animated characters and settle once and for all whether rotoscope is, in fact, animation. Not to mention a recap of all the Round 1 results and a look ahead at Round 2 (watch Iron Giant, people!).
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes.
Guess who's back (back back), back again (gan gan) … that's right we're back for another season of FULL METAL SLACKET! Listen as Paola and Patrick kick off the Best Animated Film bracket. Screw you, puppet movies! Get lost, Lilo and Stitch! We've got 96 animated movies set to face off against each other and determine once and for all who claims the Best Animated Crown. To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel. For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com. This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes.
THE MOMENT YOU'VE ALL BEEN WAITING FOR: Skywalker vs. Baggins, Frodo vs. Solo, Space Priests vs. Snooty Elves, Ewoks vs. Hobbits, Death Stars vs. the Star of Eärendil ... we could go on! Patrick and Paola are joined by special guest Heather "Tea-Spill" Tigershout (no tea, no shade) to announce the ultimate Best Movie Series winner and to look ahead to the next Slacket theme.
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel.
For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes.
Finally, the moment you've all been waiting for: it's time for the BEST FILM SERIES CHAMPIONSHIP!!! In this episode, Paola and Patrick announce the championship final match-up, look ahead to future contenders for the Best Film Series crown, and make their final pleas for your vote. Don't miss it, and don't forget to vote!
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel.
For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes.
This time on Full Metal Slacket: Oldboy is no longer unseen! Patrick and Paola break down the Elite Eight results and look ahead at the final matchups heading into the championship. And while Jurassic Park slander is no more, it has been replaced with Slinky Dog shade. Don't miss it!
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel.
For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes.
This time on Full Metal Slacket: Patrick and Paola correct an atrociously intolerable mistake from last episode, Oldboy remains unseen, John Wick opinions are shared, and the duo unveil the results of the Sweet Sixteen vote, setting up a thrilling race to the finish that's still (almost) anybody's game. Not to mention, a game of ONE SERIES MUST DIE, ONE MUST BE REBORN.
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel.
For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes.
Season Two continues, and Patrick and Paola are STILL Paola and Patrick! Tune in for all the latest updates on the "Round of 32", a look ahead to the Sweet 16 matchups, and a whole new batch of Jurassic Park slander. Not to mention the thrill of hearing Paola discover a newfound appreciation for all things Spo(c)k.
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit our official Bracket Page on challonge.com. Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members. Links, reminders, discussion, and general rabble-rousery happen in the #slacket channel.
For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes. Our theme song was written and performed by Jason Rhodes. Our outro music is a rendition of Cake's "Short Skirt, Long Jacket", arranged and performed by Jason Rhodes.
This time on Full Metal Slacket: You'll laugh! You'll cry! You'll cry about Harry Potter!? Also: one of the world's worst attempts at "a trilogy" of all time found its way into a tie for its life. Tune in to hear what happened!
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit the official Challonge page: https://challonge.com/seriesslacket
Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members, links and reminders are shared in the #slacket channel.
For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes, who is also responsible for all the awesome music in it.
This time on Full Metal Slacket: MEN WILL DIE! Paola and Patrick discuss the Film Series Round 1 results, check in on the wild world of predictions, and answer the burning question everyone is dying to know: are their butts fine???
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit the official Challonge page: https://challonge.com/seriesslacket
Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members, links and reminders are shared in the #slacket channel.
For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes, who is also responsible for all the awesome music in it.
This time on Full Metal Slacket: It's season two, baby, and we're voting on the best film series! Paola and Patrick discuss the new Slacket, the plot of Star Trek IV and, what else, the Christopher Reeve Rear Window remake.
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit the official Challonge page: https://challonge.com/seriesslacket
Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members, links and reminders are shared in the #slacket channel.
For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This episode was produced by Jason Rhodes, who is also responsible for all the awesome music in it.
(Note: This is a re-post of this episode with some minor audio fixes, so don't be surprised if it shows up twice in your podcast directory.)
This time on Full Metal Slacket: Patrick and Paola reveal the winner of the rom-com Slacket, host their first (human) guest, Rico, and announce the theme of the next Slacket.
For an overview of all participating movies check out this Letterboxd list: https://letterboxd.com/psim/list/slackfilmcast-best-romantic-comedies/
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit the official Challonge page: https://challonge.com/bestromcom
Voting is no longer open, but there's definitely going to be lively discussion in the #slacket channel.
For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This time on Full Metal Slacket: Patrick and Paola discuss the best best friends in romcoms, look ahead at the final match of this Slacket, and Patrick reads an official statement.
For an overview of all participating movies check out this Letterboxd list: https://letterboxd.com/psim/list/slackfilmcast-best-romantic-comedies/
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit the official Challonge page: https://challonge.com/bestromcom
Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members, links and reminders are shared in the #slacket channel.
For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This time on Full Metal Slacket: Paola and Patrick discuss the best grand romantic gestures in romcoms, the Slack hates Tom Hanks, and there's no stopping Bill Murray.
For an overview of all participating movies check out this Letterboxd list: https://letterboxd.com/psim/list/slackfilmcast-best-romantic-comedies/
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit the official Challonge page: https://challonge.com/bestromcom
Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members, links and reminders are shared in the #slacket channel.
For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This time on Full Metal Slacket: Patrick and Paola discuss their favorite TV rom coms, Julia Roberts gets kicked out of the Slacket, and everyone's favorite dog returns.
For an overview of all participating movies check out this Letterboxd list: https://letterboxd.com/psim/list/slackfilmcast-best-romantic-comedies/
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit the official Challonge page: https://challonge.com/bestromcom
Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members, links and reminders are shared in the #slacket channel.
For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This time on Full Metal Slacket: Patrick and Paola discuss their rom-com crushes, the ECE makes a scandalous decision, and not even Benito wants to be our guest this time.
For an overview of all participating movies check out this Letterboxd list: https://letterboxd.com/psim/list/slackfilmcast-best-romantic-comedies/
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit the official Challonge page: https://challonge.com/bestromcom
Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members, links and reminders are shared in the #slacket channel.
For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This time on Full Metal Slacket: Paola quizzes Patrick's non-existant knowledge of rom-com quotes, Benito gets mad, and the ECE hates Jerry Maguire.
For an overview of all participating movies check out this Letterboxd list: https://letterboxd.com/psim/list/slackfilmcast-best-romantic-comedies/
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit the official Challonge page: https://challonge.com/bestromcom
Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members, links and reminders are shared in the #slacket channel.
For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
This time on Full Metal Slacket, Paola and Patrick discuss their own romcom must-haves, look back at the first round of voting, review Ninotchka and It Happened One Night, and discuss the odds of SHARK winning the Slacket predictions.
For an overview of all participating movies check out this Letterboxd list: https://letterboxd.com/psim/list/slackfilmcast-best-romantic-comedies/
To follow along and check out everyone's predictions about the outcome you can visit the official Challonge page: https://challonge.com/bestromcom
Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members, links and reminders are shared in the #slacket channel.
For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.
Welcome to season one of Full Metal Slacket (previously titled Untitled Slacket Podcast), where our hosts Paola and Patrick discuss the latest twists and turns in the movie or TV-themed voting brackets hosted by the Slack community of The Filmcast (sign up at http://slackfilmcast.com/).
This time we are tackling the question of which movie is "The Greatest Romantic Comedy of All Time", for which we have assembled a list of 128 worthy contenders. In this episode we will look behind the scenes and discuss the process of creating a Slacket, explore the origins of the mysterious ECE, talk about our personal rom-com favorites and previes the most exciting matchups.
For an overview of all participating movies check out this Letterboxd list: https://letterboxd.com/psim/list/slackfilmcast-best-romantic-comedies/
To follow along and make predictions about the outcome you can visit the official Challonge page: https://challonge.com/bestromcom
Voting is open to all Slackfilmcast members, links and reminders are shared in the #slacket channel.
For feedback or questions you can also reach us at fullmetalslacket@gmail.com.