Thor's Hour of Thunder

Jokes and over-analysis about under-seen films. Cover art is the Thor Against the World album cover by Mark Dancey. Opening music when we have it is "Ride of the Valkyries" covered by grimmolehill747. Ending music when we have it is Franz Nicolay https://franznicolay.com/Want to listen to an old episode we no longer have posted? Have thoughts about the show or a movie we discussed? Email: hourofthunder (at) gmail

1022: Trading Places (1983) 05/13/2024

1022: Trading Places (1983) In most cities, this podcast is worthless. But in Philadelphia, it's worth 50 bucks. Scarlet Witch answers many questions about Philly commodities and historical locations in this episode. The next topic in City of Brotherly Shove Month is Fallen (1998). /episode/index/show/4d3a4b09-cf5d-42d2-b0b6-acd97b93316c/id/30922043

1021: Blow Out (1981) 05/06/2024

1021: Blow Out (1981) Here's the Scarlet Witch found, discussing Philadelphia locations in chronological order. We reference episode , which had the same director. The next Philly Philm will be Trading Places (1983). /episode/index/show/4d3a4b09-cf5d-42d2-b0b6-acd97b93316c/id/30922038

BONUS: Intro to Philadelphia Month 05/01/2024

BONUS: Intro to Philadelphia Month Thor's newest themed month is "City of Brotherly Shove", a play on Philadelphia's motto City of Brotherly Love, but capturing the reality of the dangerously passionate sports fans. Poster art is of Gritty dressed as Loki. You can get in the Philly spirit with these previous topics: , , , and . /episode/index/show/4d3a4b09-cf5d-42d2-b0b6-acd97b93316c/id/30910003

1020: Psycho (1998) 04/29/2024

1020: Psycho (1998) Poster art is of Thor, who decided to dress in clothing that was as antiquated of 2024 as the costumes in Psycho (1998) were for 1998. Mr. Monopoly has finally appeared for the themed month he picked. Thor makes him recap the Psycho films he missed, and Mr. Monopoly was not prepared. Join us next month for City of Brotherly Shove, featuring films set in the Philadelphia area, starting with Blow Out (1981). /episode/index/show/4d3a4b09-cf5d-42d2-b0b6-acd97b93316c/id/30856968

1019: Psycho IV: The Beginning 04/22/2024

1019: Psycho IV: The Beginning New pantheon member Pockets had never seen any Psycho films and watched about half of this one. Find out if she enjoyed it. Henry Thomas was in this film, and if you'd like to explore a supposedly sad film starring him, check out the time . Join us next time as we complete April Showers with Psycho (1998). /episode/index/show/4d3a4b09-cf5d-42d2-b0b6-acd97b93316c/id/30767398

1018: Psycho III 04/15/2024

1018: Psycho III "You may have a sister in front of you, but Mother is superior." ~ Old Tomato Face improving the script. The next topic in April Showers Month is Psycho IV: The Beginning. /episode/index/show/4d3a4b09-cf5d-42d2-b0b6-acd97b93316c/id/30658453

1017: Psycho II 04/08/2024

1017: Psycho II Mr. Monopoly and Old Tomato Face pitched a new theme, "April showers". Join us all month long as we cover all the Psycho sequels. Check out the various projects of our pantheon members: Old Tomato Face - , examining movies that supposedly make people cry. Chibi - The BRAND NEW . Lebbi - is about video game movies and the games behind them. Next week's episode is Psycho III. /episode/index/show/4d3a4b09-cf5d-42d2-b0b6-acd97b93316c/id/30576923

1016: Yes, Madam (1985) 03/31/2024

1016: Yes, Madam (1985) Original title: Huang jia shi jie. Presented by only Mr. Monopoly () and Ellen Smithee (), so you know it is was witty and an easier edit for McFly. This concludes Expendabelles Month! Have no fear, Thor plans to bring it back next March. Join us for April Showers, discussing the Psycho sequels and 1998 remake. /episode/index/show/4d3a4b09-cf5d-42d2-b0b6-acd97b93316c/id/30463358

1015: Aliens (1986) 03/25/2024

1015: Aliens (1986) We visit a James Cameron classic and ask a young first-time viewer how it compares to modern Cameron films. For related episodes of the Alien franchise, check out and . The ripping off Cameron's ALIEN$ pitch. The next episode will be Yes, Madam (1985). /episode/index/show/4d3a4b09-cf5d-42d2-b0b6-acd97b93316c/id/30244023

1014: Terminator 2: Judgement Day 03/18/2024

1014: Terminator 2: Judgement Day "The unknown future rolls toward us. I face it, for the first time, with a sense of hope. Because if a machine, a Terminator, can learn the value of human life, maybe we can too." ~ Sarah Connor Amazing poster art by . Next week's topic is Aliens (1986). Check out the various projects of our pantheon members: Kool Aid - , a series of bad movie examinations. Chibi - , which is BRAND NEW, try out the pilot episode. Mr. Monopoly & Old Tomato Face - , examining movies that supposedly make people cry. Elmer - is about video game movies and the games behind them. Ballarina Suzy - discusses films from around the world. /episode/index/show/4d3a4b09-cf5d-42d2-b0b6-acd97b93316c/id/30204553

1013: Zombeavers (2014) 03/11/2024

1013: Zombeavers (2014) Poster art is of Pidgeon‘s tattoo. Check out their charity, , which collects donations of clothing, accessories, and beauty products for transgender/nonbinary/gender nonconforming individuals, serving most of Illinois. Next week's topic is Terminator 2: Judgement Day. /episode/index/show/4d3a4b09-cf5d-42d2-b0b6-acd97b93316c/id/30147033

1012: Supergirl (1984) 03/04/2024

1012: Supergirl (1984) March is Thor's new theme, Expendabelles! Speaking of marches, we definitely discussed how John Williams was not involved in this film. We also reference the TV show, related Warner Brothers properties, and various comic book iterations. The next topic will be Zombeavers (2014). /episode/index/show/4d3a4b09-cf5d-42d2-b0b6-acd97b93316c/id/29983293

1011: The Super (2017) 02/26/2024

1011: The Super (2017) NOT the Joe Pesci movie. This concludes VALentines month. Thank you Scarlet Witch for the theme suggestion. Join us in March for Thor's new theme, Expendabelles! We'll be discussing leading ladies, starting with Supergirl (1984). /episode/index/show/4d3a4b09-cf5d-42d2-b0b6-acd97b93316c/id/29884548

1010: Top Gun (1986) 02/19/2024

1010: Top Gun (1986) The gang took it to the DANGER ZONE! We reference the time Thor and Laurence discussed movies in which the theme songs are better than the movies they were written for. Coincidentally they both picked Val Kilmer movies, and the conversation can be found at . The last topic in VALentines coverage will be The Super (2017). /episode/index/show/4d3a4b09-cf5d-42d2-b0b6-acd97b93316c/id/29838258

1009: The Adventures of the Wilderness Family 02/12/2024

1009: The Adventures of the Wilderness Family This week we are honoring the birthdays of Grandma Thor and Ivy's Mom with The Adventures of the Wilderness Family. Next week we resume our month of Val Kilmer coverage with Top Gun (1986). In the meantime you can check out . /episode/index/show/4d3a4b09-cf5d-42d2-b0b6-acd97b93316c/id/29636763

1008: Real Genius (1985) 02/05/2024

1008: Real Genius (1985) Scarlett Witch came up with the great theme of VALentines, which is a month showcasing Val Kilmer films. You can check out previous Val Kilmer topics in episodes 956 through 960. The next topic will be The Adventures of the Wilderness Family (1975), which is not a Val Kilmer film but still just as special. /episode/index/show/4d3a4b09-cf5d-42d2-b0b6-acd97b93316c/id/29636113

1007: Encino Man (1992) 01/29/2024

1007: Encino Man (1992) Busty St. Claire and Hootie McBoob are back to discuss Cave Nugs and Himbos. Check out our friends below for more Brendan Fraser content: Coming up next time, we kick off VALentines Month with Real Genius (1985). /episode/index/show/4d3a4b09-cf5d-42d2-b0b6-acd97b93316c/id/29449563

1006: The Great Muppet Caper (1981) 01/22/2024

1006: The Great Muppet Caper (1981) Starring two very different looking guys playing identical twins... no, not that movie. If you love The Muppets, check out our recent live video performance of . The next topic will be Encino Man (1992). /episode/index/show/4d3a4b09-cf5d-42d2-b0b6-acd97b93316c/id/29189563

1005: Aguirre, the Wrath of God (1972) 01/15/2024

1005: Aguirre, the Wrath of God (1972) Original title: Aguirre, der Zorn Gottes. Not Awkwafina, as Thor's Ask Jeeves searches kept suggesting. The next topic will be The Great Muppet Caper (1981). /episode/index/show/4d3a4b09-cf5d-42d2-b0b6-acd97b93316c/id/29189463

1004: Predator (1987) 01/08/2024

1004: Predator (1987) "GET TO THE HUBSCHRAUBER!" The next topic will be Aguirre, the Wrath of God (1972). /episode/index/show/4d3a4b09-cf5d-42d2-b0b6-acd97b93316c/id/29095213

1003: Batman: Mask of the Phantasm (1993) 01/01/2024

1003: Batman: Mask of the Phantasm (1993) "Vengeance blackens the soul, Bruce. I've always feared that you would become that which you fought against. You walk the edge of that abyss every night, but you haven't fallen in and I thank heaven for that." The next topic will be Predator (1987). /episode/index/show/4d3a4b09-cf5d-42d2-b0b6-acd97b93316c/id/28860948

1002: RoboCop (1987) 12/25/2023

1002: RoboCop (1987) "Dead or alive, you're coming with me!" /episode/index/show/4d3a4b09-cf5d-42d2-b0b6-acd97b93316c/id/28860908

1001: Fargo (1996) 12/18/2023

1001: Fargo (1996) Photo is of Mr. Monopoly's Coen Brothers bow ties. If you liked this movie, you may like . /episode/index/show/4d3a4b09-cf5d-42d2-b0b6-acd97b93316c/id/28736993

1000: Exorcist II: The Heretic (1977) 12/11/2023

1000: Exorcist II: The Heretic (1977) They said it couldn't be done. They said it shouldn't be done. But Thor didn't listen to the advice of our two lawyers and made 1000 episodes anyway. This episode starts out with us discussing the special milestone, and we jump into Exorcist II at 29:06. /episode/index/show/4d3a4b09-cf5d-42d2-b0b6-acd97b93316c/id/28565673

BONUS: Live Radio Play on YouTube 12/08/2023

BONUS: Live Radio Play on YouTube Long before Thor's Hour of Thunder existed as a podcast, the gang performed radio dramas live on college radio. With many new friends collected over a decade, the pantheon performed another LIVE reading. Here is a preview of the madness, and the entire performance of . Old Radio Plays, with sound effects and music and be found . /episode/index/show/4d3a4b09-cf5d-42d2-b0b6-acd97b93316c/id/28565648

999: Thor’s Thousand Thunders 12/04/2023

999: Thor’s Thousand Thunders We got 999 problems, but an editor ain’t one. McFly made this clip show from over 10 years of nonsense and Scarlet Witch designed the artwork. McFly's , including the radio plays. Here's a list of . Reach out if you'd like to listen to a classic episode. The next traditional topic will be Exorcist II: The Heretic (1977). /episode/index/show/4d3a4b09-cf5d-42d2-b0b6-acd97b93316c/id/28565378

998: The X-Files: Season 6, Episode 2 11/27/2023

998: The X-Files: Season 6, Episode 2 Thank you for listening to Thor's Longest Halloween EVER! We have reached the end of our X-files coverage with Season 6, Episode 2 "Drive". Elon Thrust joined us. Stay tuned for a special surprise from McFly and the pantheon's holiday radio play. The next traditional topic will be Exorcist II: The Heretic (1977). /episode/index/show/4d3a4b09-cf5d-42d2-b0b6-acd97b93316c/id/28553333

997: The X-Files: Season 4, Episode 2 11/20/2023

997: The X-Files: Season 4, Episode 2 The episode discussed is Season 4, Episode 2 "Home". Ballarina Suzy can be found on and Mr. Monopoly hosts . The next AND LAST episode in X-files coverage is Season 6, Episode 2 "Drive". /episode/index/show/4d3a4b09-cf5d-42d2-b0b6-acd97b93316c/id/28542524

996: The X-Files: Season 6, Episode 3 11/13/2023

996: The X-Files: Season 6, Episode 3 The episode discussed is Season Season 6, Episode 3 "Triangle". Lotta joins us as a first-time guest. The next episode in X-files coverage is Season 4, Episode 2 "Home". /episode/index/show/4d3a4b09-cf5d-42d2-b0b6-acd97b93316c/id/28515347

995: The X-Files: Season 1, Episode 13 11/06/2023

995: The X-Files: Season 1, Episode 13 The episode discussed is Season 1, Episode 13 "Beyond the Sea". Thank you to Brittney for writing in and suggesting this topic! If you want to pick an upcoming topic, e-mail us at [email protected]. The next episode in X-files coverage is Season 6, Episode 3 "Triangle". /episode/index/show/4d3a4b09-cf5d-42d2-b0b6-acd97b93316c/id/28440008

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