The Test of Time: Recent Episodes
Alan Noah and James Brief
Are the classic movies of our childhood really as great as we remember them? Hosts Alan Noah and James Brief take a fresh look at our favorite films to see if they have stood The Test of Time.
A seedy private investigator and a disgraced quarterback team up to uncover a conspiracy that will make football more profitable.
Listen as we discuss a senator who should stay home for the night, bulletproof pigs, and an epic exposition/trauma dump. Then we see if The Last Boy Scout stands the Test of Time.
When Champion City's superhero goes missing, seven wannabes try to save the day.
Join us as we chat about why laugh tracks exist, a random Dockers endorsement, and the body parts that have nothing to do with flatulence. Hey now, you're an all-star as we see if Mystery Men stands the Test of Time.
A washed-up bowling champion mentors an Amish prodigy in the hopes of winning a tournament.
Listen as we discuss the smell of 1970s ashtrays, why Randy Quaid fled to Canada, and a disappointingly evergreen political joke. Then we see if Kingpin stands the Test of Time.
After a Trojan prince runs off with the Spartan queen, thousands of Greek soldiers attack the walled city of Troy.
Special guest Clinton Festa joins us to talk about a joke that kills at Starbucks, a much-needed protein shake for Paris, and a wonderful gift for college professors. Then we see if Troy stands the Test of Time.
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To recover her city's lost power source, Kara Zor-El travels to Earth and battles an evil witch.
Listen as we discuss the passing fad of fidget spinners, poor pipe placement, and an impractical flying position. Then we find out if Supergirl stands the Test of Time.
As Andy prepares for college, his childhood toys must decide what they want their future to be.
Join us as we chat about little kids who swallow sharp objects, teenagers who don't listen, and trilogies that should've stayed trilogies. We belong together as we see if Toy Story 3 stands the Test of Time.
After Woody is stolen by a collector, Buzz Lightyear leads a rescue mission to bring his friend back home.
Listen as we discuss the importance of backup files, temporary sentience, and how Potato Heads mate. Woody may be the rootin'est, tootin'est cowboy in the wild, wild west, but does Toy Story 2 stand the Test of Time?
A cowboy doll is a young boy's preferred plaything, until a flashy new spaceman action figure arrives.
Join us as we chat about James' upcoming couple's costume, a missed opportunity at Disney World, and a baby that really shouldn't be in the front seat. You've got a friend in me as we find out if Toy Story stands the Test of Time.
To defeat the evil Skeletor, He-Man and his friends travel to Earth, where they team up with two teenagers and a cop.
Listen as we discuss Mattel's desperation for a hit toy line, wild cows in America, and a dangerous Gwildor drinking game. By the power of Grayskull, we have the power to find out if Masters of the Universe stands the Test of Time.
In a parody of horror films, teenagers try to avoid a masked killer.
Join us as we chat about Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu (spoiler-free), Carmen Electra's ex-boyfriend, and the optimal area of a urinal. Then we see if Scary Movie stands the Test of Time.
In the 23rd century, people live carefree existences until they are terminated on their 30th birthday.
Join us as we chat about adorable practical effects, ageism in a world with no old people, and a death sentence for domesticated rabbits. Then we see if Logan's Run stands the Test of Time.
An American Army volunteer witnesses the horrors of the Vietnam War.
Listen as we discuss the infuriating experience of buying concert tickets, what this movie has in common with Heavyweights, and an outdated way of saying "sleeping." Then we see if Platoon stands the Test of Time.
After being released from prison, drug kingpin Frank White reasserts his power.
Listen as we chat about the lamest Larry ever, a gangster buying tampons in a pre-self-checkout world, and DEI in criminal organizations. Then we see if King of New York stands the Test of Time.
After a chance encounter as kids, C.C. Bloom and Hillary Whitney become lifelong friends.
It's our Mother's Day episode, and our moms—Rochelle Brief and Carole Abramson—are here to talk about fire escapes as balconies, irreplaceable robes, and the moment in this movie when Alan cried and James laughed. I could fly higher than an eagle as we see if Beaches stands the Test of Time.
A peasant impersonates a nobleman to compete in jousting tournaments.
Listen as we chat about an early pioneer of anachronisms, text-on-screen that looks like it was written by a second grader, and a hero yelling his own name like that's a normal thing to do. Then we see if A Knight's Tale stands the Test of Time.
A six-year-old uses telekinetic powers to get revenge on her school's headmistress.
Listen as we comment on napping at Super Nintendo World, uncooperative bus drivers, and a movie pitch about discus throwing. Then we see if Matilda stands the Test of Time.
An aspiring animator clashes with his abusive father.
Join us as we discuss a Brat Packer who seems to have skipped his 30s, a hand-me-down LeBaron, and how the MPAA made this movie better. Then we see if Freddy Got Fingered stands the Test of Time.
A daydreaming, asthmatic high school student teams up with his hero for a martial arts tournament.
Listen as we chat about facts that are clearly satire, the time Alan kinda (but not really) met Danica McKellar, and the stupidest bully nickname ever. Then we see if Sidekicks stands the Test of Time.
Reporters Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein seek the truth about the Watergate break-in.
Listen as we discuss seeing non-IP movies in theaters, the definition of boring, and the 1970s version of checking someone's Google history. Then we find out if All the President's Men stands the Test of Time.
To avoid slaughter, a group of chickens plot their escape from a poultry farm.
Join us as we discuss referring to your spouse as Mr. or Mrs., the shelf-life of chicken pie, and the romantic chemistry of claymation characters. Then we see if Chicken Run stands the Test of Time.
After a freak injury, a 12-year-old becomes the closer for the Chicago Cubs.
Listen as we chat about how Alan stays hydrated, a villain's bad guy-ification, and a forgettable John Candy role. Then we see if Rookie of the Year stands the Test of Time.
A man with no short-term memory searches for his wife's killer.
Special guest Jason Torres joins us to discuss Oscar predictions, the importance of establishing shots, and bonked-on-the-head amnesia. Then we see if Memento stands the Test of Time.
To catch an escaped convict, an FBI agent goes undercover as an overweight grandma.
Join us as we chat about canceling streaming services, removing warts with duct tape, and Terrence Howard–style math. Then we see if Big Momma's House stands the Test of Time.
The life of a working-class high school student is turned upside down when she starts dating a rich kid.
Listen as we discuss anticlimactic proms, computer flirting in the 80s, and what parental abandonment has in common with quicksand. Then we see if Pretty in Pink stands the Test of Time.
A team of lawyers defend two Marines accused of murder.
Special guest Kevin Smokler joins us to chat about the smoothest-talking screenwriter, sexual tension that goes nowhere, and a bar that only serves one beer. YOU CAN'T HANDLE THE TRUTH as we see if A Few Good Men stands the Test of Time.
Two New Yorkers share an intense, short-lived relationship.
Join us as we chat about kinda-sorta S&M, James' poodle neighbors, and rainwater colonics. Then we find out if Nine ½ Weeks stands the Test of Time.
A high school football team hopes to win the Texas state championship.
Listen as we discuss a town that's a one-dimensional character, a spoiler that's not really a spoiler, and NBC's six-word slogans. Then we see if Friday Night Lights stands the Test of Time.
The life of a media mogul is analyzed in an attempt to learn the meaning of his last word: Rosebud.
It's our 500th episode, and we're talking about the Streisand effect, a feature that's not in the Chase app, and a painful COVID flashback. Then we see if Citizen Kane stands the Test of Time.
(Heads up: we start with some celebrating before diving into Citizen Kane at 27:23.)
An insomniac cabbie, disgusted by New York City, embraces his violent tendencies.
Listen as we chat about lucrative nostalgia, the thin line between monster and hero, and ChatGPT not recognizing Martin Scorsese. You talkin' to me? You talkin' to me? Yeah, I'm talkin' to you as we find out if Taxi Driver stands the Test of Time.
Two kung fu experts, one with no arms and one without the use of his legs, seek revenge on the man who injured them.
Special guest Daron from Board Games are for Losers joins us to chat about Portuguese subtitles, the sound of punching air, and beating up the comic relief. Then we see if The Crippled Masters stands the Test of Time.
After a young woman is transformed by a magic spell, she befriends a wizard who is being forced to fight in a brutal war.
Join us as we discuss the death of network TV, One Direction's important lesson, and Wallace & Gromit's real curse. Then we see if Howl's Moving Castle stands the Test of Time.
Two inept government workers are sent on a secret mission to the Soviet Union.
Special guest Eddie Perez-Cortes joins us to discuss the next James Bond, impressive facial comedy, and the reason to watch the Weird Science TV show. Then we find out if Spies Like Us stands the Test of Time.
A documentary film crew encounters a deadly giant snake.
Join us as we chat about the meta movie genre, Ice Cube's good day, and an impressive way to balance a laptop. Then we see if 1997's Anaconda stands the Test of Time.
In the weeks leading up to Christmas, several Londoners find love.
Special guests Carly Slater and Courtney Noah join us to chat about a company with no HR department, hating Uncle Jamie, and Alan getting into marital trouble. I feel it in my fingers, I feel it in my toes as we see if Love Actually stands the Test of Time.
A young drug runner decides to take control of his destiny by pitting two rival dealers against each other.
Join us as we chat about Samuel L. Jackson's billions, kids who aren't that street smart, and a pretentious indie movie move. Then we see if Fresh stands the Test of Time.
A chess prodigy faces pressure to win from his father and his teachers.
Listen as we discuss our William McKinley moment, the contradictions of parenthood, and hearing a coach's voice in your head. Then we see if Searching for Bobby Fischer stands the Test of Time.
A former Navy SEAL working as a cook must save a battleship and its nuclear weapons from terrorists.
Join us as we discuss the only episode of Baywatch you need to see, how long it takes to set up band equipment, and the other kind of side piece. Then we find out if Under Siege stands the Test of Time.
A security team tries to steal a device capable of hacking into any computer.
Listen as we chat about temporary artificial farts, a pointless goose, and being wound too tight from a ponytail. Then we see if Sneakers stands the Test of Time.
A convict who pretends to be insane is sent to an asylum, where he clashes with the head nurse.
Join us as we discuss an adorable way to describe a sunrise, getting weirded out by fishing hooks, and a coupon for barbed wire. Then we find out if One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest stands the Test of Time.
After their husbands run off with younger women, three divorcées seek revenge.
Join us as we chat about a hidden passion for advertising, a hateable face, and 24-hour boob jobs. Then we see if The First Wives Club stands the Test of Time.
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A murderous ghost with a hook for a hand brings terror to the Chicago projects.
For our Halloween spooktacular, we discuss how many times saying a supernatural killer's name is too many, what a bee sting should be worth, and this movie's random connection to Lost. Then we find out if Candyman stands the Test of Time.
To win his dream girl's affection, a lonely loser makes a deal with the devil.
Special guests Ally and Matt from Good Movie, Bad Movie join us to chat about Satan's Post-it notes, a nerd who's more over-the-top than Urkel, and the best Sister Hazel song. Then we find out if Bedazzled stands the Test of Time.
Drug addiction sends four lives into a tragic downward spiral.
Special guest Samantha Noah joins us to talk about strings of sorrow, what Jareth the Goblin King would have wanted from Marion, and the one way Jared Leto didn't go full Method for this role. Then we find out if Requiem for a Dreamstands the Test of Time.
An aging theater actress feels threatened by a devoted admirer.
Listen as we discuss what phone operators could do in 1950, a friendly kick in the ass, and a grand ladies' lounge. Fasten your seatbelts; it’s going to be a bumpy night as we find out if All About Eve stands the Test of Time.
Hydrogen bomb testing awakens an ancient monster that terrorizes Japan.
Special guest Clinton Festa joins us to chat about getting a blood sample from a prehistoric beast, a carbon-dating debate, and a good gig for Steve Martin. Then we find out if 1954’s Godzilla and 1956’s Godzilla, King of the Monsters! stand the Test of Time.
Eccentric dog owners bring their pooches to a prestigious competition.
Listen as we discuss people who should only shop from catalogs, the same old proctologist joke, and the staying power of the 'American Bitch' brand. Then we find out if Best in Show stands the Test of Time.
An aspiring music journalist comes of age when he joins a rock band’s cross-country tour.
Listen as we chat about the one person in this cast who can’t sing, how James Gunn feels about colons, and a compliment no one wants to hear. Then we find out if Almost Famous stands the Test of Time.
Two inexperienced criminals attempt a bank robbery, which quickly turns into a hostage situation.
Join us as we discuss peak Pacino, Jim Norton’s wife’s penis, and pearl-clutching over bad language. Then we see if Dog Day Afternoon stands the Test of Time.
A cheerleading captain hopes to lead her squad to a national championship with an original routine.
Listen as we chat about ladylike toothbrushing, meeting girls at yoga, and how to qualify for Regionals. Be aggressive! B-E aggressive as we find out if Bring It On stands the Test of Time.
A high school cheerleader faces her sexuality and finds love at a gay conversion camp.
Author Kevin Smokler joins us to chat about deriving humor from evil, finding a script in a friend's car, and a particularly dangerous matchbook. Then we find out if But I’m a Cheerleader stands the Test of Time.
A middle-aged electronics store employee tries to have sex for the first time.
Listen as we discuss James’ worthless toys, an out-of-left-field wedding, and the real reason women are the fairer sex. Then we find out if The 40 Year Old Virgin stands the Test of Time.
After their car breaks down, a young couple stumbles into the bizarre and otherworldly home of Dr. Frank-N-Furter.
Join us as we chat about a brutal on-screen death for Eminem, an eye-opening orgy, and the good ol' days when Twitter was fun. Let’s do the time warp again and find out if The Rocky Horror Picture Show stands the Test of Time.
A teenager and her mother switch bodies, allowing them to see the world from each other’s point of view.
Listen as we chat about non-evil stepparents, getting an A in Gong 101, and an objectively wrong subjective opinion. Then we find out if Freaky Friday stands the Test of Time.
Big Bird leaves Sesame Street to live with a family of dodos, then tries to find his way home.
Special guest Samantha Noah joins us to discuss a good old boy walking out of “We Are the World,” Miss Finch’s creeper van, and sad songs to talk to your therapist about. Then we see if Sesame Street Presents: Follow That Bird stands the Test of Time.
After a space mission goes wrong, four scientists become superheroes.
Join us as we chat about a phrase that engaged people never say to each other, Reed Richard’s finances, and how hard ESPN tried to make the X Games a thing. Flame on! We’re finding out if 2005’s Fantastic Four stands the Test of Time.
An advanced robot that looks like a young boy learns what it means to be human.
Listen as we discuss giving orphans to your friends, Bring Your Kid to Work Day at the secret android lab, and where U.S. airspace begins. Then we find out if D.A.R.Y.L. stands the Test of Time.
After a banker is killed, his spirit tries to save his girlfriend from the same fate.
Join us as we chat about Demi Moore’s haircuts, the difference between the Righteous Brothers and the Smothers Brothers, and cleaning up after making pottery but before making love. Then we find out if Ghost stands the Test of Time.
After being paralyzed in Vietnam, a Marine gradually turns into an anti-war activist.
Listen as we discuss our different Mario Kart philosophies, the worst month to get sick, and the power of denial. Then we find out if Born on the Fourth of July stands the Test of Time.
A family attempts to move on with their lives after the rage virus has been eliminated… or has it?
Join us as we chat about our favorite horror genres, the lucky scientists in Antarctica, and a real fight over a fictional character. Then we see if 28 Weeks Later stands the Test of Time.
After a virus wipes out most of England, a few survivors fight off the infected and would-be rapists.
Listen as we discuss watching comedies in theaters, clever graffiti during a zombie apocalypse, and the effects of PCP. Then we find out if 28 Days Later stands the Test of Time.
Four friends make a pact to lose their virginity before graduating high school.
Special guest Eddie Perez-Cortes joins us to discuss the letdown of unrated DVDs, catchy McDonald's jingles, and the Williamsburg of MILFs. This one time, at band camp, we found out if American Pie stands the Test of Time.
Ethan Hunt is pulled out of retirement to save the world… and his wife.
Listen as we chat about J.J. Abrams’ history of reboots, giving noogies to Tom Cruise, and IMF’s terrible track record with background checks. Then we find out if Mission: Impossible III stands the Test of Time.
To prevent a madman from releasing a deadly virus in Australia, Ethan Hunt teams up with a professional thief.
Join us as we discuss life-threatening Atlanta traffic, a parachute built for two, and questionable medical advice from Dr. James Brief. Then we see if Mission: Impossible II stands the Test of Time.
A spy tries to clear his name after being framed for killing his team.
Listen as we chat about the other guys from U2, what secret agents should earn in a year, and sweating through a ski mask. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to find out if Mission: Impossible stands the Test of Time.
An alien made for destruction crash-lands in Hawaii... and into a young orphan’s heart.
Listen as we chat about a breakfast quest for revenge, the big buggy eyes of adorableness, and the culture wars around Disney movies. ʻOhana means family, and family means finding out if Lilo & Stitch stands the Test of Time.
A recent high school graduate faces important decisions about the future and how to deal with her overbearing mother.
Author Kevin Smokler joins us to discuss getting laughed at by publicists, an especially tough Christmas, and a cheesy hypothetical bake sale. Then we find out if Real Women Have Curves stands the Test of Time.
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A 6th grader repeatedly tries—and fails—to become the most popular kid in school.
Special guests Eli Noah and Ryan Schneider join us to chat about literally ditching people, when nostalgic T-shirts become cool, and saying "Zoo-Wee-Mama" in real life. Then we see if Diary of a Wimpy Kid stands the Test of Time.
On a divine quest, King Arthur encounters rude French guards, a killer rabbit, and the dreaded Knights Who Say "Ni!"
Join us as we discuss holy hand grenades, a smart investment by Led Zeppelin, and the Nintendo Switch 2. It’s just a flesh wound as we find out if Monty Python and the Holy Grail stands the Test of Time.
Investment banker Patrick Bateman leads a double life as a serial killer.
Special guest Samantha Noah joins us to chat about sweating on command, pretentious music analysis, and how this movie could have spawned a successful franchise. Then we find out if American Psycho stands the Test of Time.
A son of Hebrew slaves becomes an Egyptian prince, then leads his people to freedom.
Special guests Carole Abramson and Rochelle Brief join us to talk about Jewish prophecies, chewing gum in class, and the fine line between kitsch, melodrama, and overacting. Then we see if The Ten Commandments stands the Test of Time.
A former CIA agent single-handedly takes on a foreign army wreaking havoc in the United States.
Join us as we discuss Chuck Norris “jokes,” an all-American hero in a Canadian tuxedo, and why James never tried cocaine. Then we find out if Invasion U.S.A. stands the Test of Time.
Two NYPD detectives do all they can to stop an international heroin deal.
Listen as we chat about missing subtitles, what you call it when a cop shoots a suspect in the back, and how much cars weigh today. Then we see if The French Connection stands the Test of Time.
On the run from her jealous stepmother, a princess befriends seven short miners.
Join us as we discuss a modern woman's reaction to being told she's "the fairest," a huntsman who gets away with not murdering, and the real reason eggs are so expensive. Heigh-ho, heigh-ho, it’s off to work we go, as we find out if Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs stands the Test of Time.
A math prodigy attempts to unlock the secrets of the universe… and the stock market.
Listen as we chat about Jewdar in airports, literal bugs in the software, and cavemen with holes in their heads. Then we find out if π stands the Test of Time.
A truck driver and a restaurant owner face off against an ancient sorcerer in San Francisco’s Chinatown.
Join us as we chat about the future of James Bond, exposition that’s so bad it’s good, and the perfect comeback to someone who refers to himself in the third person. Then we find out if Big Trouble in Little China stands the Test of Time.
A wealthy British boy learns harsh life lessons in a World War II internment camp.
Special guest Jonathan Weissler joins us to chat about filming in China, boiling frogs, and an alternate Batman origin story. Then we see if Empire of the Sun stands the Test of Time.
A theater director gathers a troupe of actors to celebrate their small town's 150th anniversary.
Listen as we chat about the movies that Warner Bros. dumped on YouTube, how Missourians say the name of their state, and the best actor in Red, White, and Blaine. Then we find out if Waiting for Guffman stands the Test of Time.
A mean green mother from outer space starts eating the residents of Skid Row.
Special guest Courtney Noah joins us to discuss a so-called ironing machine, an extremely disturbing Wikipedia page, and the best hero/villain showdown song ever. We’re having some fun now as we find out if Little Shop of Horrors stands the Test of Time.
The Miami Sharks depend on their third-string quarterback as they make a run for the playoffs.
Listen as we chat about Oliver Stone’s too-frequent cutaways, a too-fast endorsement deal, and a too-personal halftime speech. It's a game of inches as we find out if Any Given Sunday stands the Test of Time.
“Fast Eddie” Felson teaches the art of hustling to a young pool player.
Listen as we discuss the best legacy sequel ever, Tom Cruise’s huge hair, and Paul Newman’s serious mustache. Then we find out if The Color of Money stands the Test of Time.
A pool player learns that in order to win, sometimes, you first have to lose.
Listen as we chat about the best billiards game for teens, bus station bathroom attendants, and cameramen jumping the line. Then we find out if The Hustler stands the Test of Time.
A private eye, a pathological liar, and an antiques collector pursue a priceless statue.
Join us as we discuss our 2025 box office predictions, Conan O’Brien’s gumshoe speak, and what dingus really means. It’s the stuff that dreams are made of as we find out if The Maltese Falcon stands the Test of Time.
An alien/human hybrid desperately searches for a mate in Los Angeles.
Listen as we chat about our favorite movies of 2024, asking a date to join you in the shower, and wildly inconsistent psychic powers. Then we find out if Species stands the Test of Time.
A lying hotel clerk sleeps with a supermodel, and quickly finds himself involved in a murder investigation.
Listen as we discuss pretentious perfume commercials, tape recorder confessions, and watching sex scenes with your dad. Then we find out if Hexed stands the Test of Time.
It’s New Year’s Eve in the Hotel Mon Signor, and Ted the bellhop has to deal with a series of bizarre patrons. Special guest Jason Torres joins us to chat about a missed opportunity with Madonna, hotels with medicine cabinets, and needles with hepatitis C. Then we find out if Four Rooms stands the Test of Time.
A guardian angel saves a suicidal businessman by showing him what life would be like if he didn’t exist.
Join us as we chat about Hanukkah scarves, a Bernie Sanders-esque rant, and a very young old maid. An angel gets his wings as we find out if It’s a Wonderful Life stands the Test of Time.
San Francisco’s tallest building erupts in flames, and it's up to the skyscraper’s architect and a fire chief to save everyone inside.
Listen as we discuss the world's most dangerous job, Alan’s inaccurate Super Mario t-shirt, and when a handshake simply won’t do. Then we find out if The Towering Inferno stands the Test of Time.
During one rainy day in the San Fernando Valley, people deal with grief, addiction, and daddy issues.
Special guest Adam Pincas joins us to chat about a Fiona Apple interpretative dance, why Tom Cruise hasn’t won an Oscar, and the way that married people don’t have sex. Then we find out if Magnolia stands the Test of Time.
A kindergarten teacher who’s never left Harlem is transported to a twisted version of New York City.
Listen as we discuss Michael Jackson’s interest in Peter Parker, a very horny Tin Man, and the labor laws of Oz. Ease on down the road as we find out if The Wiz stands the Test of Time.
A tornado brings a girl from Kansas to a magical land, where she is hunted by a wicked witch.
Special guest Mike Kahn joins us to chat about Jewish little people, Barbie’s unrealistic proportions, and the abusive boyfriend from Beverly Hills 90210. There’s no place like home as we find out if The Wizard of Oz stands the Test of Time.
A general is betrayed, enslaved, and forced to fight others for the amusement of Rome.
Listen as we discuss the “what men think about” meme, touching wheat, and the emperor that inspired King Joffrey. Are you not entertained as we find out if Gladiator stands the Test of Time?
An unhappy puppeteer discovers a portal into the mind of a famous actor, which causes his marriage and sanity to unravel.
Special guest Joanna Brief joins us to discuss DVD special features that lie, what Charlie Sheen is probably like in real life, and whether it's the seventh and a half floor or the seven and a halfth floor (the answer won't surprise you.) Then we find out if Being John Malkovich stands the Test of Time.
An average Joe is cryogenically frozen, and when he wakes up 500 years in the future, he’s the smartest person in the world.
Special guest Mike Kahn joins us to chat about different kinds of electrolytes, vibrators at Target, and a president that actually admits to having sex with pornstars. If a great podcast is what you crave, join us as we find out if Idiocracy stands the Test of Time.
An evil genie unleashes terror by… granting wishes?
For our Halloween episode, we talk about buying life insurance at the airport, fast-acting cancer, and a jarring turn towards camp. Then we see if Wishmaster stands the Test of Time.
A therapist uses virtual reality to enter the mind of a serial killer, in the hopes of finding his latest victim before it's too late.
Join us as we discuss the greatest movie soundtrack of all time, viruses that cause mental illness, and screensaver special effects. Then we find out if The Cell stands the Test of Time.
In rural Texas, five young people encounter a murderous family of cannibals.
Join us as we chat about Alan’s internal monologue during an Ironman, plaster of paris animal bones, and our mothers' warnings about hitchhikers. Then we find out if The Texas Chain Saw Massacre stands the Test of Time.
A slacker and his friends try to survive a zombie apocalypse.
Listen as we share our thoughts on Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, the proper pronunciation of doppelgänger, and the opposite of Guardians of the Galaxy. Meet us at the Winchester as we find out if Shaun of the Dead stands the Test of Time.
A heroin addict attempts to kick his drug habit, but his so-called friends don’t help.
Special guest Jonathan Weissler joins us to discuss starting over in Argentina, slow motion in a graveyard commercial, and reading "Porno" on the beach. Choose life as we find out if Trainspotting stands the Test of Time.
Good transforming robots wage war against evil transforming robots, as well as a more evil, giant transforming robot.
Special guest Clinton Festa returns to discuss conspiracy theories about Optimus Prime’s death, gender in robot-based fiction, and the forgotten Dinobot. There’s more than meets the eye as we find out if The Transformers: The Movie stands the Test of Time.
A conman has a crisis of conscience in a small Kansas town.
Listen as we talk about the determination of wrestling champions, touching toes under a tree, and the perks of dating a Broadway producer. Then we find out if Leap of Faith stands the Test of Time.
After getting caught with drugs, a teenager is sent to prep school by his strict father.
Listen as we discuss movie trailer phone etiquette, evil blonde boys, and how James feels about 1970s rock. Then we see if Outside Providence stands the Test of Time.
Three aspiring rockers use toy guns to take over a radio station in the hope of getting their music played.
Special guest Jason Allen joins us to discuss Band-Aids on nipple rings, our favorite overture, and the heavy metal band that boosted Vin Diesel's career. Then we find out if Airheads stands the Test of Time.
To inherit $300 million, a minor league ballplayer needs to spend $30 million in one month.
Join us as we chat about the lesson Hollywood learned from Twisters, a private lunch with Mariah Carey, and a waste of Rick Moranis. Then we find out if Brewster’s Millions stands the Test of Time.
After an injury, a homebound man becomes convinced that one of his neighbors is a murderer.
Listen as we discuss a Deadpool & Wolverine warning, Alan's OnlyFans page, and a suspicious photographer who doesn’t take any pictures. Then we find out if Rear Window stands the Test of Time.
An irreverent radio DJ brings his unique sense of humor to soldiers in Vietnam.
Listen as we chat about learning English from a fast talker, not knowing the Marx Brothers, and guys who think they’re funny but really aren't. Then we find out if Good Morning, Vietnam stands the Test of Time.
After his mother dies, a young man comes home and faces his past.
Listen as we discuss the Nintendo World Champion, an aversion to medical-related fiction, and how to take advantage of generous exchange policies. Then we find out if Garden State stands the Test of Time.
A teenager in the San Fernando Valley is torn between her boyfriend and a Hollywood punk.
Filmmaker and author Kevin Smokler joins us to chat about cheap music education, meaty roles for parents in teen movies, and different types of star-crossed lovers. Like, we’re for sure gonna find out if Valley Girl stands the Test of Time.
An estranged husband and wife work together as they chase powerful tornadoes.
Listen as we chat about Cracker Jack QR codes, strong coaxial cables, and scientists on a box of Wheaties. Then we find out if Twister stands the Test of Time.
To stop a counterfeiting ring, Axel Foley infiltrates an amusement park.
Listen as we talk about James’ beautiful beard, the details of dollars, and the fun part of sending interoffice memos. Then we find out if Beverly Hills Cop III stands the Test of Time.
Axel Foley returns to Beverly Hills to solve a series of violent crimes.
Join us as we chat about the trouble with making sequels, shooting virtual reality guns, and keeping vitamins in a paper bag. Then we find out if Beverly Hills Cop II stands the Test of Time.
A Detroit police officer investigates the murder of his best friend in Beverly Hills.
Listen as we chat about Eddie Murphy’s laugh, sequels on streamers, and saying "I love you" to your bro. Then we find out if Beverly Hills Cop stands the Test of Time.
A private eye investigates a complex web of deceit, corruption, and murder.
Listen as we chat about shockingly expensive concert tickets, a comically small gun, and the difference between a scar and an open wound. Forget it, James... it’s a podcast to see if Chinatown stands the Test of Time.
The brothers of a rowdy fraternity drink, party, and try not to get expelled.
Special guests Rich Noah and Paul Brief—our dads!—join us to chat about John Belushi’s eyebrows, a freeze-frame heart attack, and getting an A in lobotomy. Fat, drunk, and stupid is no way to find out if National Lampoon's Animal House stands the Test of Time.
Mad Max fights for his life, and the lives of young plane crash survivors.
Listen as we discuss Jeff Garlin’s thoughts on Michael Bay, laws that are just six words long, and what this movie has in common with Showgirls. Two men enter, one man leaves as we find out if Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome stands the Test of Time.
In a post-apocalyptic wasteland, a small community is threatened by violent maniacs, and only Mad Max can help.
Join us as we discuss the MMCU, the most annoying thing about The Fast and the Furious, and traditional marriage after the end of the world. Then we find out if The Road Warrior stands the Test of Time.
In a near-future Australia, one cop fights back against a ruthless biker gang.
Listen as we talk about how difficult it is to show society crumbling, a guy named Toecutter who cuts no toes, and the word that’s forever associated with the Hall of Justice. Then we find out if Mad Max stands the Test of Time.
An American rocker falls for a beautiful woman who recruits him into the East German resistance.
Join us as we wonder if kids today understand Pac-Man references, why Ford Pintos blew up, and where the hell Grand Moff Tarkin is. Then we find out if Top Secret! stands the Test of Time.
A widowed lawyer teaches his children important life lessons as he defends an innocent man.
It’s our annual Mother’s Day episode, and our moms are back! Carole Abramson and Rochelle Brief join us to discuss dog actors in the 1960s, where witnesses are supposed to sit, and how to defuse a lynch mob. Then we find out if To Kill a Mockingbird stands the Test of Time.
An aspiring singer struggles with a new lover, rival musicians, angry bandmates, and an abusive father.
Special guest Clinton Festa joins us to talk about resting Prince face, Ben Folds’ LLC, and how to respond when someone says, "I would die for you." Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today to find out if Purple Rain stands the Test of Time.
To save her parents, a 10-year-old girl works for a powerful witch.
Listen as we talk about the worst job for medical school interns, what happens when people have no work-life balance, and the difference between an evil villain and a jerk boss. Then we see if Spirited Away stands the Test of Time.
Three potheads sell high-grade marijuana so they can raise enough money to help their friend.
In honor of 4/20, special guest Samantha Noah joins us to discuss high school stoners, who’s on the Mount Rushmore of comedians, and not smoking up with Snoop. Then we find out if Half Baked stands the Test of Time.
One wild night is told from three points of view.
Listen as we chat about food shopping without reusable bags, proper hit-and-run etiquette, and bros being bros. Then we find out if Go stands the Test of Time.
Joan Wilder and Jack Colton journey to Africa to stop a power-hungry tyrant.
Join us as we talk about unnecessary sequels, blowing up an F-14 with a single bullet, and red flags that the guy you just met is a dictator. Then we find out if The Jewel of the Nile stands the Test of Time.
A romance novelist and a smuggler search for a valuable emerald in Columbia.
Listen as we discuss euphemisms in books, moms who are insistent about travelers cheques, and the Road Runner cheating death. Then we find out if Romancing the Stone stands the Test of Time.
After witnessing a mob hit, two male jazz players pose as women and become involved in complicated relationships.
Listen as we discuss zig-zag jokes, the art of negging, and a song about Marilyn Monroe that isn’t Candle in the Wind. Then we find out if Some Like It Hot stands the Test of Time.
Racial tensions reach a boiling point on a hot summer day in Brooklyn.
Special guest Eddie Perez-Cortes joins us to chat about video game remakes, massaging pizza dough, and… well… bigotry, police brutality, and other depressing real-world topics. Listen to the truth, Ruth, as we find out if Do the Right Thing stands the Test of Time.
A mermaid looks for love in New York City.
Join us as we chat about digitally hiding a butt crack, 80s men who can’t say "I love you," and the worst sport to play while smoking. Then we find out if Splash stands the Test of Time.
A rogue U.S. general tries to start a nuclear war with the Soviet Union, and only a handful of people can prevent the end of the world.
It’s our 400th episode, and we’re talking about modern conspiracy theories, the most fun city in Texas, and destruction caused by defective dicks. Then we find out if Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb stands the Test of Time.
Cybernetic aliens attempt to assimilate humanity into their collective, and only the crew of the USS Enterprise can stop them.
Listen as we lament lost GeoCities websites, ponder if aliens could unite humanity, and make a predictable Moby-Dick joke. Resistance is futile as we find out if Star Trek: First Contact stands the Test of Time.
An aging thief plans to steal a priceless French scepter with the help of a young accomplice.
Listen as we chat about taking inspiration from a keg, hacking a 10-digit code, and the best of the puppet pantheon. Then we find out if The Score stands the Test of Time.
After an aerial firefighter dies, he becomes a spirit and has the chance to inspire a young pilot… and say goodbye to his grieving girlfriend.
Special guest Courtney Noah joins us to talk about Jar Jar Binks trivia, a big choo choo plane, and the Dawson's Creek scene that lives rent-free in James’s head. Then we find out if Always stands the Test of Time.
A dull marriage gets an unexpected jolt when the husband and wife discover that they’re both secret assassins for rival agencies.
Listen as we discuss an easy way to kill killers, TV networks for women, and what Nicole Kidman might say about Halloween. Then we find out if Mr. & Mrs. Smith stands the Test of Time.
After getting dumped by his girlfriend, a popular high school senior bets that he can transform a depressed art student into the school's prom queen.
Listen as we chat about pool guys who made bank in 2020, the real first reality show, and a weirdo who volunteers to clean a bathroom. Then we find out if She’s All That stands the Test of Time.
Desperate to leave her cartoon world, an animated woman plans to become real by having sex with a human.
Join us as we discuss the evolution of the Hollywood sign, what this movie has in common with Game of Thrones, and our 2024 box office predictions. Then we find out if Cool World stands the Test of Time.
While attending public school for the first time, a teenager joins—then takes over—a popular clique.
Special guests Sue Winter and Karlen Trucke join us to chat about Taco Tuesday memes, DVDs that are popular with sick campers, and the difference between mathletes and academic league. You can’t sit with us as we find out if Mean Girls stands the Test of Time.
A hungover John McClane teams up with a good Samaritan to save innocent lives in New York City.
Special guests Dom Monfre and Daron from Board Games are for Losers join us to talk about a solid number two, if Hillary Clinton is a bad driver, and Rube Goldberg-ing someone to death. Simon says to listen and find out if Die Hard With a Vengeance stands the Test of Time.
John McClane battles terrorists at Dulles airport, then saves the United States from cybercriminals.
Special guests Dom Monfre and Daron from Board Games are for Losers join us to chat about the benefits of naked calisthenics, a steampunk baggage claim, and writing ads for PDAs. Then we find out if Die Hard 2 and Live Free or Die Hard stand the Test of Time.
While attending a party on Christmas Eve, a New York City cop tries to foil a terrorist plot and save his wife.
Special guests Dom Monfre and Daron from Board Games are for Losers join us to discuss life-saving boobs, the cigarettes recommended by doctors, and something more painful than walking on broken glass. Yippee-ki-yay motherf*ckers… we’re finding out if Die Hard stands the Test of Time.
During the Holocaust, an industrialist uses his money and influence to save the lives of over one thousand Jews.
This is a heavy episode, so we’re not doing the usual tease. Just listen as we discuss all the reasons why Schindler’s List stands the Test of Time.
A Cuban immigrant becomes a powerful drug kingpin in Miami.
Listen as we chat about popular dorm room posters, fake Churchill quotes, and how an R-rated movie can actually be X-rated. Say hello to my little friend and find out if Scarface stands the Test of Time.
A son tries to find common ground with his dying father, in spite of the old man’s history of telling tall tales.
Listen as we discuss British actors affecting American accents, the Danny DeVito-aissance, and angel dogs from puppy heaven. Then we find out if Big Fish stands the Test of Time.
Rich psychopaths take a homeless man to the woods and hunt him for sport.
Join us as we talk about an evil Mr. Burns that isn't from The Simpsons, how The Purge helps the economy, and if Alan can beat up a dead guy. Then we find out if Surviving the Game stands the Test of Time.
Phony priests, beautiful women, a superhero, Roger Moore, and others race across the United States.
Listen as we discuss anger over drunk-driving laws, the guy who didn’t jump the Grand Canyon, and the many David Hamburgers in Hollywood. Then we find out if The Cannonball Run stands the Test of Time.
A high school basketball coach leads his team to an undefeated season, until his players let their grades slip.
Special guest Eli Noah joins us to discuss zip code genetics, clichés about 3-pointers, and Dennis Rodman's relationship with a certain dictator. Then we find out if Coach Carter stands the Test of Time.
After moving to New York City, a college student finds himself working for a mobster who kills and cooks endangered animals.
Join us as we chat about the history of wheeled luggage, tips for touring the Louvre, and BD Wong’s script demands. Then we find out if The Freshman stands the Test of Time.
A demonic spirit possesses a young girl, and only two Catholic priests can save her.
Listen as we discuss the shittiest operating rooms in Brooklyn, the grossest moment in The Human Centipede, and the funniest line from Dianne Wiest. The power of Christ compels you to find out if The Exorcist stands the Test of Time.
After inventing a teleportation device, a scientist accidentally combines his DNA with that of a house fly.
Listen as we chat about weird-looking newborns, the creatures that live in our eyebrows, and how talent can be sexy. Be afraid. Be very afraid as we find out if The Fly stands the Test of Time.
A year after a deadly hit-and-run accident, four friends are stalked by a killer.
Special guest Mike Kahn returns to discuss our long-lost brother, TV shows to watch on the elliptical machine, and the trashier version of Maxim. Then we find out if I Know What You Did Last Summer stands the Test of Time.
A wannabe musician works as a substitute teacher and shows his students how to rock.
Listen as we discuss a Battle of the Bands in the middle of the day, trying to impress Alan’s brother-in-law, and movies that the Oscars don’t care about. Rock got no reason, rock got no rhyme, we’re finding out if School of Rock stands the Test of Time.
Two brothers dream of opening a nightclub, but have no clue where to start.
Special guest Mark J. Parker from Release Date Rewind joins us to chat about getting a picture with Will Ferrell, Instagram likes from Molly Shannon, and tipping advice from Lorne Michaels. Bob your head to the beat as we find out if A Night at the Roxbury stands the Test of Time.
Teenagers cruise around their Texas town on the last day of school.
Listen as we discuss our worst hazing experiences, chastity pledges that are downright lies, and the band James only knows from Guitar Hero. All right, all right, all right... we’re finding out if Dazed and Confused stands the Test of Time.
A renegade police officer takes on an army of violent criminals.
Join us as we chat about single guys who bring puppies to bars, a weirdly edited robot montage, and what Thanos should have done with his snap. Then we find out if Cobra stands the Test of Time.
Two American strangers find comfort and connection with one another in Japan.
Listen as we talk about pump-thrusting to The Loco-Motion, why bonus tracks are annoying on Spotify, and killing people with rocky road ice cream. Then we find out if Lost in Translation stands the Test of Time.
A taekwondo instructor faces a series of personal and professional crises.
Join us as we discuss women who are impressed by nunchucks, what $10,000 worth of lumber looks like, and how it would feel to beat Michael Jordan at HORSE. Then we find out if The Foot Fist Way stands the Test of Time.
Two beer-loving brothers get their dream jobs at a local brewery, where they quickly discover a sinister plot.
Listen as we chat about a very creepy statue, what Rick Moranis would be like as an uncle, and money bags filled with Canadian dollars. Then you hosers will find out if Strange Brew stands the Test of Time, eh?
A lawyer’s life is ruined after he's given footage that shows a congressman being murdered.
Special guest Jason Torres joins us to discuss harmless conspiracy theories, smoothies before dinner, and tough love from Chris Rock. Then we find out if Enemy of the State stands the Test of Time.
A newly single man becomes friends with his cable installer, who turns out to be an unhinged stalker.
Join us as we discuss cutting class to hear the O.J. Simpson verdict, having a beer with a weirdo, and how answering machines would let you know if you were unloved. Then we find out if The Cable Guy stands the Test of Time.
The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles must learn to fight as a team so they can defeat an ancient foe.
Listen as we chat about good-looking CGI rain, unnecessary origin stories, and how to be immortal on the down low. Then we find out if TMNT stands the Test of Time.
Expert thieves try to steal millions of dollars in gold from the man who betrayed them.
Join us as we chat about villains named Steve, what Mini Coopers have in common with aioli, and why Vladimir Putin should have watched this movie. Then we find out if The Italian Job stands the Test of Time.
Two friends have to transport a truckload of beer from Texas to Georgia in 28 hours, with the law chasing them every step of the way.
Listen as we chat about dentists named Dr. Teeth, song lyrics that are a hat on a hat, and the fastest hunk of junk on Long Island. We also share our thoughts on Back to the Future: The Musical before finding out if Smokey and the Bandit stands the Test of Time.
A minor league hockey coach comes up with a strategy to save his team: brutal, unrelenting violence.
Listen as we discuss reasonably expensive hot dogs, aggressive guys in glasses, and weird 1970's undergarments. Then we find out if Slap Shot stands the Test of Time.
An 11-year-old gets his hands on one million dollars and starts living large.
Listen as we chat about castles in homeowners association communities, software that teaches you how to make love to your wife, and how not to pronounce Tone Loc. We also discuss this movie's super creepy kiss before finding out if Blank Check stands the Test of Time.
Indiana Jones teams ups with his father to find the holy grail of ancient artifacts: the actual Holy Grail.
Special guests Shahir Daud and Matt Kroll from The Only Podcast About Movies join us to talk about the real threat of ninjas, Harrison Ford’s broken smile, and sex-positive Nazis. Choose wisely and listen to us find out if Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade stands the Test of Time.
To save a village, Indiana Jones must recover a sacred stone from human-sacrificing cultists.
Special guest Bruce Edwards joins us to chat about covers for book reports, Lao Che’s insurance fraud, and this movie’s most realistic character. Listen for fortune and glory, and to find out if Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom stands the Test of Time.
An archaeologist searches for the Ark of the Covenant, hoping to prevent it from falling into Nazi hands.
Special guest Matt from Good Movie, Bad Movie and Season 14, Time for a Podcast joins us to discuss what a melting face really looks like, when Sliders went off the rails, and why The Big Bang Theory’s theory about this movie is wrong. Then us top men find out if Raiders of the Lost Ark stands the Test of Time.
Two friends who are desperate for money open a revenge-for-hire business.
Listen as we chat about small-town prostitutes, bribery on transplant committees, and if two adverbs cancel each other out. Then we decide if Dirty Work stands the Test of Time.
Teenagers look for love, sex, and revenge at an epic post-graduation party.
Listen as we talk about Vitamin C remixes, decent word play for a kindergartener, and parents who can't be bothered to drive their kids to a train station. Then we find out if Can’t Hardly Wait stands the Test of Time.
A princess who lives under the sea falls in love with a human, and desperately wants to be part of his world.
Listen as we chat about a magic-proof contract, a brutal comeuppance for a chef, and what Disney has in common with the American auto industry. Then us poor unfortunate souls find out if The Little Mermaid stands the Test of Time.
A warrior seeks revenge on the cult leader who killed his parents.
Special guest Clinton Festa joins us to discuss the stupidest catchphrase ever, the protein intake needed to spin a wheel, and the time Arnold Schwarzenegger probably punched a camel. Then we find out if Conan the Barbarian stands the Test of Time.
A pig learns how to herd sheep, and that it’s ok to be different.
Our moms, Rochelle Brief and Carole Abramson, are back to discuss pizza in Australia, wise words from Conan O'Brien, and an amazing prize for a blueberry-pie-eating contest. That’ll do as we find out if Babe stands the Test of Time.
A suicidal Senator suddenly stops talking like a politician and starts spitting truth.
Join us as we chat about the far right in Austria, a vintage Biden gaffe, and if being a Dad affects your rapping ability. We also share our thoughts on Max's upcoming Harry Potter series before finding out if Bulworth stands the Test of Time.
Three college roommates become entangled in an intense and passionate relationship.
Special guest Dan DeVenney joins us to discuss pooping in coed bathrooms, strange looks from librarians, and an anticlimactic pregnancy scare. Then we find out if Threesome stands the Test of Time.
In a dystopian future, an innocent man must try to survive a deadly TV game show.
Special guests Dominic Monfre and Ben Srulevich join us to chat about Chekhov’s brother, colonoscopies for Family Feud fans, and why rich people don't take limos anymore. Then we find out if The Running Man stands the Test of Time.
A dancer/welder must conquer her fear so she can pursue her dream.
Join us as we discuss a surefire movie death sentence, our favorite nepo babies, and why you should never sell your entire ownership stake in anything. What a feeling as we find out if Flashdance stands the Test of Time.
Two plumbers from Brooklyn try to prevent our world from merging with a parallel dinosaur dimension.
Listen as we chat about missing meteorite pieces, Toad’s singing career, and James’ next research paper. Then we find out if Super Mario Bros.—the movie, not the video game—stands the Test of Time.
Gangsters, robbers, and boxing promoters search London for an 86-carat diamond.
Special guest Eddie Perez-Cortes joins us to talk about saying the c-word at camp, how The Man From U.N.C.L.E. should have ended, and why Madonna always gets paid. Then we find out if Snatch stands the Test of Time.
Two high school students accuse their guidance counselor of rape, but what really happened is far more complex.
Listen as we chat about James’ secret family, rich people flexing with their phones, and Kevin Bacon’s well-preserved penis. Then we find out if Wild Things stands the Test of Time.
A prep-school student and a business tycoon both fall in love with the same woman. It’s our 350th episode, and we’re talking about the best name ever for a dodgeball club, the difference between Bennigans and TGI Fridays, and the upcoming culture war over baby carrots. In the end, we find out if Rushmore stands the Test of Time.
Three friends embark on a life of crime... even though they’re terrible at it.
Listen as we discuss the next Nintendo console, Bill Clinton’s cholesterol, and an envelope that’s pretty obviously stuffed with cash. Then we find out if Bottle Rocket stands the Test of Time.
Important moments in human history are spoofed, Mel Brooks style.
Listen as we chat about finding the right leaves to suck on, Jesus' continuity error, and how the internet doesn’t always represent reality. Then we find out if History of the World, Part I stands the Test of Time.
A farm boy from Iowa becomes a legend in the Wild West.
Listen as we discuss the anti-50 Cent, what Jesus was like as a teenager, and the most famous roles of Bills Paxton and Pullman. Then we find out if Wyatt Earp—the movie, not the man—stands the Test of Time.
Famous lawmen and bandits battle in an infamous Wild West town.
Special guest Dan DeVenney joins us to chat about the best flavor of Pez, thoroughly inoculated prostitutes, and the guns you need to enjoy pizza. Then we find out if Tombstone stands the Test of Time.
A high school nerd becomes popular by paying a cheerleader to pretend to be his girlfriend.
For our Valentine’s Day episode, special guest Courtney Noah joins us to discuss the secret to every successful relationship, the funniest word for breasts, and how James never got a date in his astronomy club. Then we find out if Can’t Buy Me Love stands the Test of Time.
Two brothers coach rival pee-wee football teams, but only one can represent their small Ohio town.
Listen as we chat about a role that’s not very Rick-Moranis-y, outdated Archie references, and a distracting distant dad. We also share our thoughts on James Gunn's DCU plans before finding out if Little Giants stands the Test of Time.
A washed-up producer tries to make an action movie… starring an actor who doesn’t know he’s being filmed.
Special guest Daron from the Board Games are For Losers podcast joins us to discuss jokes about smashing pumpkins, using French to make bullsh*t sound impressive, and we may open ourselves up to lawsuits from Hollywood institutions. Then we find out if Bowfinger stands the Test of Time.
As he prepares to become a Bar Mitzvah, a boy reunites his father and estranged grandfather.
Special guest Eli Noah joins us to discuss a long-lasting party favor, kids who recognize Neil Diamond, and adjusting your balls on the bimah. Then we find out if Keeping Up With the Steins stands the Test of Time.
A young woman with no sense of style becomes an assistant to the editor of a high-profile fashion magazine.
Special guest Samantha Noah joins us to talk about a chef who burns grilled cheese, the difference between slander and libel, and why a chief of medicine sometimes needs to be an a-hole. Then we find out if The Devil Wears Prada stands the Test of Time.
After a record store owner gets dumped, he tracks down several ex-girlfriends to find out why his relationships always fail.
Listen as we discuss the perfect pop song, the coolest way to organize a music collection, and the opposite of a romantic proposal. Then we find out if High Fidelity stands the Test of Time.
A wisecracking reporter dons a variety of disguises as he investigates a suspicious millionaire.
Join us as we chat about good old-fashioned d*ck jokes, not-so-great steak jokes, and the celebrities who died in 2022. Then we find out if Fletch stands the Test of Time.
An alcoholic thief who poses as a department store Santa learns the true meaning of Christmas. Well... not really.
Listen as we discuss the fine line between method acting and being unprofessional, why sandwiches are the only food you fix, and the worst possible name for a physics teacher’s kid. You won’t sh*t right for a week after finding out if Bad Santa stands the Test of Time.
A poor boy and a rich girl fall in love on a ship that was supposed to be unsinkable.
Join us as we discuss Alan blowing it on a date, setting up fictional grandchildren for life, and Taylor Swift's EGOT aspirations. Your heart will go on as we find out if Titanic stands the Test of Time.
An out-of-work actor finally gets the role of his dreams… by posing as a woman.
Listen as we talk about Joey Tribbiani’s evil twin, mimes in New York City, and what this movie has in common with Saved by the Bell and Punky Brewster. Then we find out if Tootsie stands the Test of Time.
A young man who runs an underground casino decides to go legit by becoming a stockbroker, but he ends up getting entangled in illegal trading scams.
Special guest Mike Kahn returns to chat about the difference between stocks and NFTs, brokers who go to plumbing school, and what constitutes far away on Long Island. Then we find out if Boiler Room stands the Test of Time.
An elite hacker is recruited into a group of counter terrorists, who may be terrorists themselves.
Listen as we talk about going to Olive Garden in New York City, what coding has in common with driving stick shift, and how you can tell if a rocket launcher fires heat-seeking missiles. Then we find out if Swordfish—the movie, not the fish—stands the Test of Time.
After they accidentally discover an incriminating file, a group of hackers must use their hacking skills to stop another, evil hacker.
Special guest Brett Sills joins us as we chat about sexy subcultures, how lefties shake hands, and who likes pad thai without garlic. Then we find out if Hackers stands the Test of Time.
A high school hacker plays a game against a military computer and nearly starts World War III.
Special guest Eli Noah joins us to talk about the mayor of Copenhagen, playing tic-tac-toe on placemats, and the innocence of the fire drill generation. We also share our thoughts on WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story before finding out if WarGames stands the Test of Time.
A high school hacker plays a game against a military computer and nearly starts World War III.
Special guest Eli Noah joins us to talk about the mayor of Copenhagen, playing tic-tac-toe on placemats, and the innocence of the fire drill generation. We also share our thoughts on WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story before finding out if WarGames stands the Test of Time.
A high school teacher tries to prevent an overachieving student from becoming class president.
Special guest Courtney Noah joins us as we chat about DVDs that friends borrow and don’t return, what the headlines will be when Matthew Broderick dies, and James’ winning campaign slogan. Then we find out if Election stands the Test of Time.
The dead return, a monster attacks, and a guy turns into a plant when stories from a horror comic book come to life.
Special ghost... er, special guest Joanna Brief joins us to discuss wearable VCRs, Batman fighting drug dealers, and what happens when Ted's head turns red. Then we find out if Creepshow stands the Test of Time.
The dead return, a monster attacks, and a guy turns into a plant when stories from a horror comic book come to life.
Special ghost... er, special guest Joanna Brief joins us to discuss wearable VCRs, Batman fighting drug dealers, and what happens when Ted's head turns red. Then we find out if Creepshow stands the Test of Time.
During the golden age of X-rated movies, one young actor rises to superstardom thanks to his enormous… talent.
Listen as we discuss unattractive male pornstars, who killed Betamax, and the sub-basement of rock bottom. Then we find out if Boogie Nights stands the Test of Time.
During the golden age of X-rated movies, one young actor rises to superstardom thanks to his enormous… talent.
Listen as we discuss unattractive male pornstars, who killed Betamax, and the sub-basement of rock bottom. Then we find out if Boogie Nights stands the Test of Time.
A hotshot lawyer moves to the big city, where his new boss just might be… Satan!
Join us as we chat about lessons from Donald Sutherland, inspiring Keanu-like behavior, and how this movie used the wrong Rolling Stones song. We also share our thoughts on Deadpool 3 before finding out if The Devil’s Advocate stands the Test of Time.
A hotshot lawyer moves to the big city, where his new boss just might be… Satan!
Join us as we chat about lessons from Donald Sutherland, inspiring Keanu-like behavior, and how this movie used the wrong Rolling Stones song. We also share our thoughts on Deadpool 3 before finding out if The Devil’s Advocate stands the Test of Time.
A fire chief who has a way with words and a large nose falls for a beautiful astronomy student. But because he's self-conscious about his appearance, he helps a more attractive man pursue her.
Listen as we discuss Steve Martin's different eras, too much saxophone, and the appropriate attire for plastic surgeons. Then we find out if Roxanne stands the Test of Time.
A fire chief who has a way with words and a large nose falls for a beautiful astronomy student. But because he's self-conscious about his appearance, he helps a more attractive man pursue her.
Listen as we discuss Steve Martin's different eras, too much saxophone, and the appropriate attire for plastic surgeons. Then we find out if Roxanne stands the Test of Time.
Three witches come back from the dead, and plan to kill children so they can stay young forever.
Join us as we chat about the hazards of being named Elliott, the wrong way to define a virgin, and why Charlie Sheen likes to play characters called Charlie. Then we find out if Hocus Pocus stands the Test of Time.
In the 1950s, three Los Angeles cops try to solve a complex case of corruption.
Listen as we discuss Guy Pearce's jawline, consulting on Grey’s Anatomy, and how long you live after being shot through the heart. Then we find out if L.A. Confidential stands the Test of Time.
A wealthy banker becomes entangled in an intricate game… or is it all an elaborate scam?
Join us as we chat about the Harvard Club's aesthetic, a nickname for Alexa, and gratuitous butt shots on Lost. We also explore the differences between a requel and a legacyquel before finding out if The Game stands the Test of Time.
A wooden puppet dreams of becoming a real boy, but he first must prove himself brave, truthful, and unselfish.
Listen as we discuss the female version of Jiminy Cricket, the Quentin Tarantino version of Geppetto, and the stuff of James’ childhood nightmares. When you wish upon a star, you find out if Pinocchio stands the Test of Time.
Right before Earth is destroyed, one human escapes the planet and explores the universe.
Special guest Matt from Season 14, Time for a Podcast joins us to discuss papier-mâché heads, why Mos Def is so sleepy, and the best thing about the dark web. Don’t panic as we find out if The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy stands the Test of Time.
Right before Earth is destroyed, one human escapes the planet and explores the universe.
Special guest Matt from Season 14, Time for a Podcast joins us to discuss papier-mâché heads, why Mos Def is so sleepy, and the best thing about the dark web. Don’t panic as we find out if The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy stands the Test of Time.
Six unemployed friends decide to make money by becoming amateur male strippers. Join us as we discuss seeing a Chippendales show in broad daylight, people who are really into garden gnomes, and how to end a movie on a penis. We also share our thoughts on Batgirl's cancellation before finding out if The Full Monty stands the Test of Time.
Six unemployed friends decide to make money by becoming amateur male strippers. Join us as we discuss seeing a Chippendales show in broad daylight, people who are really into garden gnomes, and how to end a movie on a penis. We also share our thoughts on Batgirl's cancellation before finding out if The Full Monty stands the Test of Time.
Seven friends struggle to grow up after graduating from college.
Listen as we talk about TGI Fridays’ elaborate drinks, the shocking clause in the original Hippocratic Oath, and bad optics for the Jewish Walk of Fame. Then we find out if St. Elmo’s Fire stands the Test of Time.
A couch potato and his wife are pulled into a hellish TV world, where they have to survive for 24 hours.
Join us as we discuss electrocuting a robot, Spinderella saving the day, and a slip of the tongue that's too funny to be edited out. Then we see if Stay Tuned stands the Test of Time.
Three young brothers use their ninjutsu skills against bullies, kidnappers, and even terrorists.
Listen as we chat about motion sensors for kids, using swords to take off clothes, and what D.A.R.E. stands for backwards. Then we find out if 3 Ninjas stands the Test of Time.
Three young brothers use their ninjutsu skills against bullies, kidnappers, and even terrorists.
Listen as we chat about motion sensors for kids, using swords to take off clothes, and what D.A.R.E. stands for backwards. Then we find out if 3 Ninjas stands the Test of Time.
A programmer fights for his life inside a computer’s mainframe.
Join us as we talk about betting on jai alai, a Zordon look-alike, and how Sausage Party was made. Then we find out if TRON stands the Test of Time.
In a post-apocalyptic wasteland, one woman leads the fight against evil men who are hoarding the world’s water.
Listen as we discuss getting DJ Ski Masked, the difference between holograms and astral projections, and if this movie is for stoners. Then we find out if Tank Girl stands the Test of Time.
A woman questions her sanity when her daughter seemingly goes missing on an airplane.
Join us as we chat about the Mila Kunis movie Alan doesn’t want to watch, why you shouldn’t try to gaslight an engineer, and terrorist plots that involve diarrhea… explosive diarrhea. Then we find out if Flightplan stands the Test of Time.
Humans prepare to meet extraterrestrials after an astronomer discovers intelligent life far from Earth.
Listen as we talk about impressing Steven Spielberg, what Leonardo da Vinci didn’t know, and the alien version of Jackass. Then we find out if Contact stands the Test of Time.
In the early 20th century, a family endures a series of heartbreaking tragedies.
Listen as we talk about being a "Harvard 10," a terrible new kind of porn, and the retconning of World War I. Then we find out if Legends of the Fall stands the Test of Time.
FBI agent Sean Archer assumes the identity—and face—of terrorist Castor Troy to stop a deadly attack. But things get complicated when Troy takes Archer's face, too.
Join us as we chat about books without covers, a surgeon who also cuts hair, and how much money oil rig workers make. Then we find out if Face/Off stands the Test of Time.
In the year 2054, murders are predicted and stopped before they happen. It seems like a perfect system, until the head of the program is accused of a future homicide.
Listen as we discuss this movie’s homage to Timecop, winning an Oscar for chewing gum, and why we'll never have flying cars. Then we find out if Minority Report stands the Test of Time.
The lives of several New York City reporters change drastically over the course of one fateful day.
Special guests Shahir Daud and Matt Krol from The Only Podcast About Movies join us to talk about why Brazilians love Sex and the City, how Randy Quaid makes Alan sad, and what happens when Kurt Loder replies all. Then we find out if The Paper stands the Test of Time.
A prince goes on an epic quest to save his planet and rescue his beloved bride.
Listen as we talk about a weapon that could have been named by Jerry Lewis, flying horses that are afraid of heights, and an Admiral Ackbar costume from Spirit Halloween. Then we find out if Krull stands the Test of Time.
Anakin Skywalker, who was prophesied to bring balance to the Force, instead turns to the dark side.
We have the high ground as we discuss if and when the Emperor was ever surprised, the line you shouldn't cross to save your marriage, and why liking the prequels is similar to being a Mets fan. Execute Order 66, then find out if Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith stands the Test of Time.
After an assassin fails to kill Padmé Amidala, she falls in love with her Jedi protector: Anakin Skywalker.
We get into aggressive negotiations as we chat about cloner confidentiality, why no one bothered to rescue Anakin’s mother, and what Obi-Wan Kenobi has in common with James Bond. Then we find out if Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones stands the Test of Time.
While trying to resolve a trade dispute, two Jedi meet a young slave who just may be the Chosen One.
The saga begins as we discuss the proper pronunciation of Tatooine, a lightsaber duel with a dual lightsaber, and a track listing that’s also a spoiler. Fear leads to anger, anger leads to hate, and hate leads to finding out if Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace stands the Test of Time.
Seven college friends reunite after a member of their group commits suicide.
Special guests Carole Abramson and Rochelle Brief—our moms!—join us to talk about enlisting in the Peace Corps, Jeff Goldblum’s shtick, and what Billy Joel taught us about New York City nightlife. Then we find out if The Big Chill stands the Test of Time.
After their car breaks down in the middle of nowhere, a woman is abducted, and her husband tries desperately to find her.
Join us as we talk about people who hate catharsis, the podcast selection in heaven, and playing Doom on a refrigerator. Then we find out if Breakdown stands the Test of Time.
A husband and wife—both attorneys—take opposite sides in a high-profile court case.
Listen as we chat about helmets for infants, the worst kind of candy, and how Madonna is different from DJ Khaled. Then we find out if Adam’s Rib stands the Test of Time.
The life of a small-town teacher is turned upside down when he’s outed as gay on national television.
Join us as we discuss Steven Seagal’s Oscar chances, why one kid has to come out twice, and what not to name this movie’s sequel. Then we decide if In & Out stands the Test of Time.
Against all odds, an alcoholic coach leads a team of misfits to their little league’s championship game.
Special guest Eli Noah joins us to talk about Tchaikovsky’s middle name, the price of Rolling Stones tickets, and Walter Matthau’s resting grumpy face. Then we find out if The Bad News Bears stands the Test of Time.
A handful of Spartan soldiers defend their country against a massive invading army.
We celebrate our 300th episode by talking about a better way to judge babies, how hard it is to find a good piercer in Persia, and what Zack Snyder was like in film school. Then we find out if 300 stands the Test of Time.
Michael Corleone attempts to make his business fully legitimate, but finds that it’s not easy for a gangster to retire.
Listen as we chat about a comical death by cannoli, a deeply disturbing romance, and how fat the voice of Fat Tony really is. Just when I thought I was out, they pull me back in to see if The Godfather Part III stands the Test of Time.
As a young man, Vito Corleone builds a criminal empire. Decades later, his son Michael finds a traitor within the family.
Join us as we talk about the practice of cupping, the geography of Lake Tahoe, and what smart people don’t say. Keep your friends close but your enemies closer as we find out if The Godfather Part II stands the Test of Time.
When a mob boss is shot, his son seeks revenge and takes control of the family business.
Listen as we discuss why Dan Quayle shouldn’t hide weapons, the worst thing about being strangled with piano wire, and James’s good buddy, Wikipedia. Leave the gun, take the cannoli, and find out if The Godfather stands the Test of Time.
A simple-minded gardener unlocks the true power of his brain through advanced virtual reality experiments.
Listen as we discuss a sex-positive groundskeeper, the rare ability to program a VCR, and names for the internet that didn’t catch on. Then we find out if The Lawnmower Man stands the Test of Time.
After kidnapping a baby, an ex-con and an ex-cop have to evade the authorities, fugitives, and a biker from hell.
Join us as we chat about leaving important things on car roofs, Bruce Willis' recent string of terrible movies, and the yodeling that lives rent-free in Alan’s head. Then we decide if Raising Arizona stands the Test of Time.
To reconnect with his son, a truck driver must… win an arm wrestling contest?
This week, we talk about flying as an unaccompanied minor, how not to tell someone their wife died, and the rules of double-elimination tournaments. Then we find out if Over the Top stands the Test of Time.
A poet and a courtesan fall in love at a famous Parisian cabaret.
Special guest Courtney Noah joins us as we discuss passing out from absinthe, spreading tuberculosis through song, and who among us is most bohemian. Then we find out if Moulin Rouge! stands the Test of Time.
Four athletes defy the odds by competing as Jamaica’s first Olympic bobsled team.
Listen as we discuss video game speed runs, the law that made montages mandatory, and the stupidest thing a sports commentator can say. Then we find out if Cool Runnings stands the Test of Time.
A man with multiple phobias and severe anxiety invades his therapist’s family vacation.
Join us as we talk about unethical college professors, a surprisingly short trip from Chicago, and a bittersweet explosion. We also share our thoughts on The Matrix Resurrections before deciding if What About Bob? stands the Test of Time.
A Secret Service agent gets the worst possible assignment: babysitting the President’s teenage son.
Listen as we discuss the thrill of going into a reptile house, the only thing we know about Amy Carter, and the middle names of child actors. Then we find out if First Kid stands the Test of Time.
A woman starts dating a much younger man, who also happens to be her therapist's son.
Listen as we talk about a haunted movie theater, the limited number of pediatricians in the Hamptons, and why you should never turn down sex to play video games. Then we find out if Prime stands the Test of Time. (Hey, that rhymes!)
A submarine and a team of doctors are miniaturized and injected into a dying man’s body in the hopes of saving his life.
Join us as we discuss a second-rate screensaver, the actors who didn’t want to grope Raquel Welch, and if kids today know about Morse code. Then we find out if Fantastic Voyage stands the Test of Time.
Several singles search for dates on New Year's Eve, 1981.
Listen as we discuss inauthentic Long Island accents, the creepiest pickup line ever, and why you shouldn’t strip naked for sex in a public bathroom. Then we find out if 200 Cigarettes stands the Test of Time.
It’s Christmas time, and all little Ralphie wants is a Red Ryder BB gun.
Join us as we discuss the Nintendo games that hold a special place in our hearts, the good thing about global warming, and the importance of proper line management. Don't shoot your eye out as we decide if A Christmas Story stands the Test of Time.
Machines are about to kill everyone in the last human city, and only Neo—a.k.a. THE ONE—can stop them.
Listen as we talk about the opposite of Eric Cartman, the opera song that sounds like every other opera song, and a terrible deal between Luke Skywalker and the Emperor. Then we find out if The Matrix Revolutions stands the Test of Time.
Neo, Trinity, and Morpheus continue to fight against the machines that have enslaved humanity.
Join us as we discuss the best thing about science, guys who are too weird looking to be in a Whitesnake video, and the difference between a Keymaker and a Keymaster. We also share some news about the next Nick’s Marathon before finding out if The Matrix Reloaded stands the Test of Time.
In the distant future, humans are nothing more than batteries that power machines. But most people are blissfully unaware of the truth, thanks to a simulated reality known as the matrix.
Special guest Uri Moszkowicz joins us to talk about a famous ancient Babylonian who did things, an epic prank to play on Morpheus, and how this movie ripped off a Gap commercial. Take the red pill and you’ll find out if The Matrix stands the Test of Time.
Two teenagers embark on a quest to get stoned, drunk, and laid.
Listen as we chat about a band that should never be played on classic rock radio, a surprisingly good-looking eyeball, and the ole’ peeing-in-an-ice-cube-tray trick. Then we find out if The Stöned Age stands the Test of Time.
A Union soldier is sent to the frontier, where he encounters—and then joins—a Sioux tribe.
Join us as we talk about the universal language of grunting, a gentler way to drag someone, and what video gamers have in common with knitters. Then we find out if Dances with Wolves stands the Test of Time.
A huge robot falls to Earth, and a 9-year-old boy tries to hide the metallic creature from the government.
Special guest Matt from Season 14, Time for a Podcast joins us to discuss baguettes at Omaha Beach, James' Home Improvement fan fiction, and Brad Bird’s archnemesis. Then we find out if The Iron Giant stands the Test of Time.
When two siblings from the 1990s are transported into a 1950s sitcom, their modern sensibilities cause chaos and colorization.
Special guest Mike Kahn joins us to discuss a very bossy DVD, what firefighter Dalmatians do, and an impressive feat in Nintendo Wii bowling. It’s the keenest as we find out if Pleasantville stands the Test of Time.
A troubled teen has visions of a nightmarish rabbit, who warns him about the end of the world.
In our annual Halloween episode, we discuss time-traveling acceptance letters from Harvard, the laziest teacher ever, and how NASA can win the space race. Then we find out if Donnie Darko stands the Test of Time.
When rogue Russians steal a powerful weapon, Agent 007 must face off against the former 006.
We wrap up our James Bond trilogy by talking about the cardinal rule of the GoldenEye video game, if someone can be a sadist and a masochist, and how clicky pens cause both anger and joy. Then we find out if GoldenEye stands the Test of Time.
What do you do when an evil villain wants to kill everyone on Earth? You send James Bond to space!
Listen as we chat about two kinds of gondolas, Bond’s bungling of famous quotes, and an awful way to describe sex. Then we find out if Moonraker stands the Test of Time.
When a group of villains steal two nuclear bombs, there’s only one man who can stop them:
Bond.
James Bond.
Join us as we chat about the movie that Alan watches everyday, a word that makes it creepier when an old man dates a younger woman, and the magic of salt water as lubricant. Then we find out if Thunderball stands the Test of Time.
A mild-mannered amnesiac faces her past as a covert assassin.
Listen as we discuss scholars who decode anagrams, making easy jokes about New Jersey, and James’ white whale on eBay. Then we find out if The Long Kiss Goodnight stands the Test of Time.
Derek Zoolander may be really, really, ridiculously good looking, but will that help when he’s brainwashed to kill the Prime Minister of Malaysia?
Join us as we chat about a waste of Vince Vaughn, a shockingly dated version of Monopoly, and the real reason why cell phones aren't tiny anymore. Don’t feel like you’re taking crazy pills—we’re just finding out if Zoolander stands the Test of Time.
Earth faces annihilation, and the only thing that can save humanity is… two humpback whales?
Join us for a chat about the Lorax’s agenda, a weird thing to say on a stump button, and the dangers of working in a fireworks factory. Then we find out if Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home stands the Test of Time.
Spock is dead… or is he? Kirk is on a mission to find his friend, who may have been brought back to life.
Join us for a conversation about the measured response to a yellow alert, the logic of Vulcan mysticism, and why our podcast episodes aren't fungible. We also discover that we define many words differently as we decide if Star Trek III: The Search for Spock stands the Test of Time.
Admiral James Kirk and an old enemy battle over a device that can create life... or destroy it. We kick off Star Trek September by talking about James' imaginary friend, the Shakespeare lines we actually remember, and the difference between hard and soft sci-fi. Then we find out if Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan stands the Test of Time.
Snake Plissken has a new mission in a city that’s been turned into a prison… only this time, he’s got to survive a night in Los Angeles.
Join us as we chat about sequels that are basically remakes, maps to Tom Arnold’s house, and how hard it is for Dave Bautista to stay shirtless. Then we find out if Escape from L.A. stands the Test of Time.
In the future year 1997, the island of Manhattan has been turned into a prison. When the President is held hostage inside the city, it's up to one man to go in and rescue him: Snake Plissken.
Listen as we talk about Walt Disney’s last words, confusing a coffee shop with a gay bar, and the possible discovery of an Ernest Borgnine fart. Then we find out if Escape from New York stands the Test of Time.
A man with an overactive imagination turns a UHF station into the most popular TV channel in town.
Two very special mystery guests join us for a conversation about how to make Livin’ on a Prayer funnier, the wrong way to clean your glasses, and a terrible idea for a Billy Joel parody. Then we find out if UHF stands the Test of Time.
Two British runners go for gold at the 1924 Olympics.
Join us as we talk about the disastrous Dan and Dave ad campaign, random facts you learn from The Simpsons, and why newspapers spin in the movies. Then we find out if Chariots of Fire—a movie with neither chariots nor fire—stands the Test of Time.
A lonely and frustrated boy discovers a magical world of monsters under his bed.
Special guest Samantha Noah joins us to discuss monster Bar Mitzvahs, what constitutes cheating in pinball, and the only acceptable way to hang baseball cards on a wall. Then we find out if Little Monsters stands the Test of Time.
A man who's obsessed with weddings gets left at the altar, then falls in love with a woman who’s engaged to a serial cheater.
Join us as we discuss songs that should never be played at weddings, what Hook by Blues Traveler really means, and the montage Alan wants to recreate in real life. Then we find out if The Wedding Singer stands the Test of Time.
Michael Jordan teams up with the Looney Tunes for a high-stakes basketball game.
Join us as we chat about using Mad Libs to write a script, the enduring appeal of Jock Jams, and what Michael Jordan has in common with Britney Spears. Then we find out if Space Jam stands the Test of Time.
To catch a gang of bank robbers, an undercover FBI agent must first catch some waves.
Special guest Adam Pincas joins us to discuss the many wives of James Cameron, a very uncomfortable fetish, and the scariest thing about skydiving. Then we find out if Point Break stands the Test of Time.
To save Doc, Marty travels back in time to the Old West. But without any fuel for the DeLorean, how will they make it home?
As we wrap up our Back to the Future trilogy, we talk about the highest number imaginable, the one guy in ZZ Top who doesn’t have a beard, and what you definitely shouldn’t say as you walk into a store. We’re thinking fourth dimensionally as we find out if Back to the Future Part III stands the Test of Time.
Marty and Doc travel to the future, and unwittingly create an alternate present. To set things right, they need to go back... to the past!
This week, we talk about the movie James wants to marry, the lie Robert Zemeckis told children, and why Doc should have put a kilobyte of memory in the DeLorean’s time circuits. Nobody calls us chicken as we find out if Back to the Future Part II stands the Test of Time.
A teenager from 1985 travels to 1955 and gets in the way of his parents falling in love, threatening to erase his very existence.
This week, we geek out for one of our favorite movies ever, discussing semiprime numbers, cars that look like they were built in Minecraft, and what Marty and Doc have in common with Woody and Buzz. Great Scott! We're about to find out if Back to the Future stands the Test of Time.
Two slackers enlist in the U.S. Army and find out that basic training is harder than they thought.
This week, we debate if anyone knows anything about Tintin, if people think Harry Potter is real, and if Stephen Baldwin can deliver a line better than John Candy. We also make a major show announcement before finding out if Stripes stands the Test of Time.
Five young astronaut hopefuls go on an out-of-this-world adventure (sorry) when they're accidentally launched into orbit.
This week, we talk about Canada’s contribution to the space program, how to prevent Martians from stealing your oxygen, and the mustache of a man in charge. Then we find out if SpaceCamp stands the Test of Time.
At the end of the Persian Gulf War, a group of American soldiers try to steal some of Saddam Hussein’s gold for themselves.
This week, we chat about the plural of court-martial, how a young Jim Gaffigan looks like a young Jesse Plemons, and James' close personal friendship with the creators of South Park. Then we find out if Three Kings stands the Test of Time.
Two pilots fall in love with the same woman as America is drawn into the second World War.
This week, we discuss having multiple zeroes on your six, how Rob Schneider cashed in on being a schmo, and what Michael Bay is like in a pitch meeting. Then we find out if Pearl Harbor (the movie, not the place... or the attack) stands the Test of Time.
A bounty hunter and a mob accountant travel cross country, avoiding government agents and mafia hitmen.
This week, we chat about confusing ways to give someone a phone number, credit card scams in the 1980s, and a surprising fact about horse ownership. We also discuss Marvel’s Phase 4 plans before finding out if Midnight Run stands the Test of Time.
To prove her soccer skills, a girl pretends to be her twin brother and joins a rival high school's team.
This week, we discuss what not to do when you have a nosebleed, the dainty way to eat chicken wings, and if kissing booths exist in real life. We also share our thoughts on The Falcon and the Winter Soldier before finding out if She’s the Man stands the Test of Time.
A teenager, fed up with the way she's treated as a pretty girl, finds out what life is like as a boy.
This week, we chat about surprise jockstrap inspections, James’ high school hero, and why Alan has a tuxedo t-shirt. Then we find out if Just One of the Guys stands the Test of Time.
To win a championship, a girls’ soccer team has a secret weapon: a boy in a wig.
This week, we talk about salesmen’s confidence levels, why it’s a bad idea to let your hair down when playing sports, and the reason every movie needs the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile. We also share our thoughts on Zack Snyder’s Justice League before finding out if Ladybugs stands the Test of Time.
Two hitmen, a crooked boxer, a dancing drug addict, and a gimp share a series of interconnected adventures.
It’s our 250th episode, and we’re celebrating with a conversation about the evolution of cell phone antennas, how heroin makes you constipated, and James' favorite fact about Quarter Pounders. Then we find out if Pulp Fiction stands the Test of Time.
Misters Pink, White, Blonde, and Orange deal with the aftermath of a diamond robbery gone terribly wrong.
This week, we discuss who Jerry Seinfeld is scared of, the difference between a psychopath and a sociopath, and what you shouldn’t eat if you’re planning to make out with someone. Lend us an ear (sorry...) as we find out if Reservoir Dogs stands the Test of Time.
A master of disguise tries to outmaneuver a Russian oligarch in the race to unlock the secret to cold fusion.
This week, special guest Daron from the Board Games are for Losers podcast joins us to discuss buying art in sewers, why James owes Val Kilmer $10, and how the pandemic has affected rat racing. We also chat about the third season of Cobra Kai before finding out if The Saint stands the Test of Time.
A man’s existence is put on trial in the afterlife.
This week, we chat about wasteful CD packaging, what this movie has in common with Flight of the Navigator, and Shirley MacLaine’s hologram’s je ne sais quoi. Then we find out if Defending Your Life stands the Test of Time.
The Muppets head to the Big Apple and find that their dreams of Broadway success don’t come easily.
This week, we wonder if Miss Piggy is machine washable, why Fozzie Bear doesn’t want to snuggle, and what could be cuter than Rowlf. We also share our thoughts on WandaVision before finding out if The Muppets Take Manhattan stands the Test of Time.
Kermit, Fozzie, Gonzo, Miss Piggy, and the rest of the Muppets try to stop a jewel thief before he steals a priceless diamond.
This week, we discuss the physics of being pushed out of a plane, what it’s like to stay in a real-life Happiness Hotel, and if there’s such a thing as a classic 1981 Oldsmobile. We also share our thoughts on the upcoming Superman reboot before finding out if The Great Muppet Caper stands the Test of Time.
A frog with dreams of being rich and famous heads to Hollywood, and is joined on his journey by a bear, a pig, and whatever Gonzo is.
This week, we discuss when Kermit needs to lawyer up, how much Alan's kids love Cloris Leachman, and the Muppets’ history of sex and violence. Someday we’ll find it, the rainbow connection: the lovers, the dreamers, and if The Muppet Movie stands the Test of Time.
A lawyer in the Deep South takes on a case that seems unwinnable: defending a Black father who killed the white men that raped his daughter.
This week, we discuss if “good ole boys” are actually bad, if you need to provide references on a KKK application, and why we want to see Kiefer Sutherland get hit by pies. Then we find out if A Time to Kill stands the Test of Time.
A young woman, unsure of what she wants to do with her life after graduating college, finds herself in a complicated love triangle.
Special guest Sue Winter from the Go Informed podcast is back as we talk about why Carmen Sandiego would go to space, when smoking in movies hit its peak, and the dangers of reading whatever's on the cue cards. Then we find out if Reality Bites stands the Test of Time.
Several singles scour the Seattle scene for suitors.
This week, special guest Sue Winter from the Go Informed podcast joins us to discuss storing your grandma’s digits in your watch, the secret of the Seattle sound, and what’s so special about Bill Pullman’s eyebrows. Then we find out if Singles stands the Test of Time.
An infantry of Black soldiers makes history as they fight in the American Civil War.
This week, we discuss when movies should double check their facts, we reveal what The Mandalorian has in common with Frasier, and Alan offends a very specific group of Brooklyn hipsters. Then we find out if Glory stands the Test of Time.
A group of army recruits endure a brutal drill sergeant as they go through basic training during the final days of World War II.
This week, we chat about good times at the craft services table, how teenage boys learned about sex before Playboy, and when it's acceptable for writers to write about writing. We also talk about the reasons roles are recast before finding out if Biloxi Blues stands the Test of Time.
A British heavy metal band releases a new album as they tour America.
This week, we discuss a brutal real-life music review, we analyze which decades were the most sexist, and we take a shallow dive into Paul Shaffer’s acting career. Then we turn it up to 11 and find out if This is Spin̈al Tap stands the Test of Time.
A Polish rabbi makes his way through the Wild West, with the help of a lovable bank robber.
This week, we chat about a cowboy love story made decades before Brokeback Mountain, when the Sabbath really ends, and the stupidest piece of IMDb trivia ever. We also share our thoughts on Wonder Woman 1984 before finding out if The Frisco Kid stands the Test of Time.
An arrogant scientist turns himself invisible… and goes insane in the process.
This week, we discuss useless eyebrows, Josh Brolin’s 7-pack abs, and how to properly give an injection to an invisible ape. We also chat about the current season of Saturday Night Live before finding out if Hollow Man stands the Test of Time.
A small English town is terrorized by a man that no one can see.
This week, we talk about Depression-era incels, a reverse Yoda, and an NRA that has nothing to do with guns. James also puts his love of model trains to good use as we find out if 1933’s The Invisible Man stands the Test of Time.
An elf raised at the North Pole discovers that he’s actually a human, and leaves Santa's workshop to find his father in New York City.
For this year's Christmas episode, we chat about where all the Ray’s Pizza locations have gone, the 80s sitcom that Buddy the Elf would have felt at home in, and the holiday song that should be canceled. Then we pass through the seven levels of the Candy Cane forest, through the sea of swirly twirly gumdrops, and walk through the Lincoln Tunnel to find out if Elf stands the Test of Time.
Three women get revenge on their sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot of a boss.
This week, special guest Courtney Noah joins us to talk about keeping health insurance reps employed, being prejudiced against deer, and writing on one-ply toilet paper. Then we tumble outta bed and stumble to the kitchen, pour ourselves a cup of ambition, and find out if Nine to Five stands the Test of Time.
Three convicts, on the run from the law, try to find a long-lost treasure.
This week, we discuss cutting your hair with a Flowbee, how the KKK is like cheerleading camp, and what the Coen brothers have in common with fish. You won’t be a man of constant sorrow when you find out if O Brother, Where Art Thou? stands the Test of Time.
Ray Kinsella builds a baseball field on his Iowa farm, and long dead old-timers show up to play.
This week, special guest Steve Hofstetter joins us to talk about the real villain of the Black Sox scandal, how baseball can defuse tense situations, and why this is the perfect date movie. If you listen, you’ll find out if Field of Dreams stands the Test of Time.
After destroying an Afghan village, Soviet soldiers try to outrun the mujahideen fighters that are hot on their trail.
This week, we chat about what makes a movie a flop, a not-so-scary notebook, and what RPG really stands for. Then we find out if The Beast stands the Test of Time.
Kids from the wrong side of the tracks have to grow up fast when a member of their gang kills a rich bully.
This week, we discuss an extremely bizarre field trip, the difference between a rumble and fisticuffs, and the one way Entourage actually makes something better. Then we see if The Outsiders stands the Test of Time.
Mick Dundee can tame the dangerous creatures of the Australian outback, but he faces a different kind of wildlife in the urban jungle of New York City.
This week, we chat about bidet mishaps, why you should never run barefoot on the streets of Manhattan, and the perfect metaphor for being a Mets fan. James also makes John Lennon spin in his grave as we find out if “Crocodile” Dundee stands the Test of Time.
A charming widower tries to balance a new relationship with his demanding job… President of the United States.
This week, we discuss Amazon Alexas in the White House, Millard Fillmore’s character, and Elon Musk’s love life. Then we find out if 1995’s The American President stands the Test of Time.
A small town is invaded by… well, killer klowns from outer space.
For our Halloween spooktacular, we chat about the "gumball" eyes on popsicles, why you shouldn’t describe what you’re doing while being chased, and what this movie has in common with Independence Day, Batman & Robin, and Gremlins 2: The New Batch. Then we find out if Killer Klowns From Outer Space stands the Test of Time.
Evil witches want to rid England of all its children, and the only person who can stop them is a little boy who's been turned into a mouse.
This week, we chat about an odd treatment for diabetes, how Roald Dahl was inspired by the '86 Mets, and the "hamstertopia" that James built for his pet. Then we find out if 1990’s The Witches stands the Test of Time.
A plane crashes in the Gobi desert, and the survivors face starvation, thirst, and nomads as they struggle to stay alive.
This week, we discuss wise words from Buzz Aldrin, how not to start an inspirational speech, and getting demoted from “Captain” to “Mister.” We also chat about this year's depressing iHeartRadio Music Festival before finding out if 2004's Flight of the Phoenix stands the Test of Time.
When a singer is threatened by a dangerous stalker, she hires — and then falls for — a handsome new bodyguard.
This week, we discuss traceable typewriters, Yelp reviews for hitmen, and pooping in Taylor Swift’s house. We also reveal the details of Nick’s Marathon 2020 before finding out if Iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii will always love youuuuuuuuuuuuu! Nah, we just find out if The Bodyguard stands the Test of Time.
A woman goes from giving lap dances to headlining a topless revue on the Las Vegas Strip.
This week, we talk about Alien Ant Farm’s Michael Jackson cover, a sex scene that looks like a shark attack, and what nude dancers have in common with the Sith. We also discuss our 2020 voting plans before finding out if Showgirls stands the Test of Time.
A man in Africa with no knowledge of the “modern world” goes on a quest to rid his tribe of an evil thing: a Coke bottle that fell from the sky.
This week, special guest Joanna Brief joins us to discuss a questionable use of Rock-A-Bye-Baby, a bizarre Yiddish catchphrase, and the comedic appeal of a terrorist who slips on banana peels (sorry.) Then we find out if The Gods Must Be Crazy stands the Test of Time.
Twins, who were separated at birth, join forces as adults to get revenge on the gangsters who killed their parents.
This week, we chat about Jean-Claude Van Damme’s résumé, Bernie Madoff’s charity work, and Lindsay Lohan’s British accent. We also discuss Super Mario 3D All Stars before finding out if Double Impact stands the Test of Time.
A young woman pretends to be a man to protect her father, defeat the Huns, and save China.
This week, we discuss how animated horses are like snowflakes, why you shouldn’t name characters after food, and the benefits of zip-lining with someone who’s the size of Shrek. Then we find out if 1998’s Mulan stands the Test of Time.
Bill and Ted are back, fighting evil robot versions of themselves and making their way through heaven and hell.
This week, we chat about the difference between a wedgie and a melvin, the history of the Happy Birthday song, and who watched the Hawaii Five-0 reboot. We also discuss The Batman, Flashpoint, and Chadwick Boseman (RIP) before finding out if Bill & Ted’s Bogus Journey stands the Test of Time.
A pair of slackers are destined to change the world with their music. They just have to pass history first.
This week, we chat about grandfather clock maintenance, Keanu Reeves historians, and how Tom and Tom beat Bill and Ted. Be excellent to each other — and party on, dudes! — as we find out if Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure stands the Test of Time.
A former gangster adjusts to life in the suburbs when he joins the witness protection program.
Special guest Samantha Noah returns to discuss shockingly inexpensive hot dogs, the dangers of garbage disposals, and how the Wet Bandits always seem to just walk into other people’s houses. Then we find out if My Blue Heaven stands the Test of Time.
Henry Hill rises through the ranks of the mafia, only to see it all come crashing down when he starts trafficking cocaine.
This week, special guest Samantha Noah joins us to discuss when you really need to get your car detailed, home decorating that is both tacky and awesome, and Joe Pesci’s skills as a rapper (yes, really). Then we find out if Goodfellas stands the Test of Time.
It’s the snobs against the slobs as a wealthy country club owner faces off against a brash real-estate developer, a zen golfer, and a group of wild teen caddies.
This week, we talk about that hooligan Tchaikovsky, universal words for poop, and how the producers of Super Friends saved money. Then we find out if Caddyshack stands the Test of Time.
A Jersey girl heads to New York City with dreams of becoming a successful songwriter, but ends up slinging drinks with other scantily clad bartenders.
This week, we chat about Art Garfunkel, why people in Manhattan don’t need to be validated, and the world’s biggest fan of The Calling. You can't fight the moonlight as we find out if Coyote Ugly stands the Test of Time.
A pack of reckless teenagers steal, have sex, and do drugs on a hot summer day in New York City.
This week, we discuss a chivalrous offer of corn dogs, an awkward conversation with your grandma, and the difference between malt liquor and beer. We also share our thoughts on the upcoming Ready Player Two novel before finding out if 1995’s Kids stands the Test of Time.
NOTE: Even though it's about a movie called Kids, this episode is for adults only.
A popular teenager — who only cares about clothes and her social status — decides to start doing good deeds for others… with mixed results.
This week we discuss the dangers of liposuction, this movie’s most memorable line, and why James should have read Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus. Then we find out if 1995’s Clueless stands the Test of Time.
A woman gets engaged, then falls in love with her fiancé's brother. Awkward!
Special guest Courtney Noah joins us to discuss heat-resistant prosthetic hands, a new slogan for Cheetos, and what Bugs Bunny can teach you about opera. Then we find out if we belieeeeeeve in life after love! (Get it? Cher? Sorry.) Nah, we just find out if Moonstruck stands the Test of Time.
Four young musicians become superstars when their catchy single hits the airwaves.
This week, we discuss famous bass players, the golden age of air travel, and what it means to be a teen sensation. We also chat about Disney retheming Splash Mountain before finding out if That Thing You Do! stands the Test of Time.
After waking up from a coma, a man suddenly has psychic visions… and the power to change the future.
This week, we talk about an extremely painful way to use scissors, the original 40-year-old virgin, and what was missing from Boy Meets World. We also discuss why we buy the same video games over and over again before finding out if 1983’s The Dead Zone stands the Test of Time.
A great white shark terrorizes a small beach community in the movie that’s considered the very first summer blockbuster.
This week, we discuss a great name for a yacht rock band, fake facts that people think are true, and how Sheriff Brody is like Indiana Jones. We also chat about all the ways this movie is relevant in the age of coronavirus before finding out if Jaws stands the Test of Time.
A detective in the 1930s takes on an organized crime syndicate, and finds himself in the crosshairs.
This week, we discuss a really stupid catchphrase, what Dustin Hoffman would sound like as the Aflac duck, and a pretty aggressive move by an orphan who really wants to get adopted. We also talk about the comic strip movie we'd love to see before finding out if 1990's Dick Tracy stands the Test of Time.
Two young British women juggle friendship, family, and their dreams of playing professional soccer.
This week, we discuss a half-assed cameo, how Brexit makes things harder at the airport, and the only soccer players that Alan can name. We also talk about the upcoming sequel to a Jim Henson classic before finding out if Bend It Like Beckham stands the Test of Time.
It’s the old English legend you know and love… with a Mel Brooks twist.
We wrap up our Robin Hood trilogy with a conversation about Yiddish etymology, going down a Saved by the Bell wikipedia rabbit hole, and the timeline of the Mel Brooks-iverse. We also share our thoughts on Zack Snyder's upcoming Justice League recut before finding out if Robin Hood: Men in Tights stands the Test of Time.
After returning home from the Crusades, Robin of Locksley and his band of Merry Men fight back against the evil Sheriff of Nottingham.
As we continue our Robin Hood trilogy, we talk about who can be swashbucklers, archers that cut their hand for no reason, and how this movie is Ewok-esque. Then we find out if Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves stands the Test of Time.
A sly fox, with the help of a bear and other animal friends, stands up to the greedy lion prince of England.
This week, as we kick off a trilogy of episodes about Robin Hood movies, we discuss a terrible name for a Disney character, how taxes work, and a cartoon snake henchman who’s surprisingly complex. We also share our thoughts on the latest Star Wars news before finding out if 1973’s Robin Hood stands the Test of Time.
When there’s no one else available, one family calls in a relative with no babysitting experience: Uncle Buck.
This week, we discuss organic toilet water, stinky cigars, and the dangers of toothpicks. We also weigh in on the Trolls feud that’s tearing Hollywood apart before we find out if Uncle Buck stands the Test of Time.
A cartoon rabbit is wanted for murder, and it’s up to a human private investigator to clear the bunny’s name.
As we celebrate our 200th episode (!!), we discuss the original Baby Yoda, how sadistic Tweety Bird is, and if a woman can shake the weasel. Then we find out if Who Framed Roger Rabbit stands the Test of Time.
Look If you had One shot Or one opportunity To listen to a podcast about getting drunk on leftover beer, who Eminem should rap battle, and this movie’s terrible lessons about sex Would you capture it? Or just let it slip?
You better lose yourself in the music, the moment, as special guest Daron from the Board Games are for Losers podcast returns to find out if 8 Mile stands the Test of Time.
A pair of basketball players try to hustle their way to easy money and rebound (sorry) their lives.
Special guest Daron from the Board Games are for Losers podcast joins us to talk about the stupidest sports-related injury ever, the “your mom” insult that’s actually a compliment, and where you can find a Sizzler in 2020. Then we decide if White Men Can’t Jump stands the Test of Time.
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The Hebrew people are enslaved in Egypt, until a man named Moses sets them free.
This week, we talk about a divine Brooklyn accent, the rules of the “killing the firstborn” plague, and Charlton Heston doing mixed martial arts. We also discuss our plans for virtual Seders before finding out if The Prince of Egypt stands the Test of Time.
While the men of America are off fighting in World War II, a women’s baseball league entertains the nation.
This week, we talk about why kids hate turf fields, how Coca-Cola can cure alcoholism, and when there is crying in baseball. Join us for our very first social distancing episode, as we find out if A League of Their Own stands the Test of Time.
An evil spirit plans to rid the world of caring. Luckily, there's a group of adorable bears who won't let that happen!
This week, we discuss the physics of a town built in the clouds, what the Care Bear stare has in common with the Death Star, and the wrong way to spell fettuccine. We also threaten a bunch of unoriginal jerks who totally ripped us off, then we find out if The Care Bears Movie stands the Test of Time.
Powerful underground creatures go on a killing spree, and only the residents of a small desert town can stop them.
This week, we discuss people who hope for a zombie apocalypse, the popularity of pogo sticks, and what exactly “dehydration” means. We also talk about the one word that can kill a sequel at the box office before finding out if Tremors stands the Test of Time.