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Episode 409: Purple Rain (1984)

The Test of Time

Release Date: 05/03/2024

Episode 427: Outside Providence (1999) show art Episode 427: Outside Providence (1999)

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.

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Episode 426: Airheads (1994) show art Episode 426: Airheads (1994)

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.

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Episode 425: Brewster's Millions (1985) show art Episode 425: Brewster's Millions (1985)

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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.

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Episode 424: Rear Window (1954) show art Episode 424: Rear Window (1954)

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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.  

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Episode 423: Good Morning, Vietnam (1987) show art Episode 423: Good Morning, Vietnam (1987)

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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.

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Episode 422: Garden State (2004) show art Episode 422: Garden State (2004)

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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.

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Episode 421: Valley Girl (1983) show art Episode 421: Valley Girl (1983)

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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.

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Episode 420: Twister (1996) show art Episode 420: Twister (1996)

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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.

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Episode 419: Beverly Hills Cop III (1994) show art Episode 419: Beverly Hills Cop III (1994)

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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.

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Episode 418: Beverly Hills Cop II (1987) show art Episode 418: Beverly Hills Cop II (1987)

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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.

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