Matinee Heroes
Matinee Heroes is a podcast dedicated to exploring hero cinema - from adventurers, heroes, and superheroes; from Jedi to buddy cops; from the Wild West, to the distant past, to futures both hopeful and dystopian, from ancient lands to the deepest reaches of outer space. In a time when we need heroes more than ever, Alan and Craig will try to understand just what makes our cinematic heroes tick, and how we can use that heroism in our everyday life.
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Bridesmaids
08/15/2026
Bridesmaids
BRIDESMAIDS Annie’s life is falling apart when her best friend, Lillian, announces she’s getting married and asks Annie to be her maid of honor. Struggling with money and her own romantic problems, Annie tries to handle the costly and sometimes bizarre traditions that come with planning a wedding. Determined to give Lillian the perfect celebration, she joins the other bridesmaids on a chaotic journey toward the big day. Craig, Elisabeth and guest Annie Bulloch talk about weddings, female led comedies, $1.99 buffets and the movie “Bridesmaids” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:05 Craig, Elisabeth and Annie discuss wedding plans. 6:53 Craig, Elisabeth and Annie discuss "Bridesmaids." 38:42 Recasting 48:16 Double Feature 50:53 Final Thoughts 54:15 A preview of next week's episode "Bridesmaids." Next week, we celebrate Craig's Matinee Birthday with a childhood favorite "The Great Muppet Caper."
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In America
08/08/2026
In America
IN AMERICA The Sullivan family leaves Ireland for New York City, where Johnny hopes to make it as an actor. They settle into a cramped Hell’s Kitchen apartment and struggle to build a new life. While Johnny looks for acting work, his wife Sarah takes a job at an ice cream parlor. Both are still grieving the death of their son, Frankie, as their daughter Christie captures the family’s journey through her video camera. Craig, Alan and Elisabeth talk about immigrations, grief, Alan turning 57 and the movie “In America” as we celebrate Alan’s Matinee Birthday! Show Notes 1:02 Craig, Alan and Elisabeth discuss Alan's birthday plans. 8:40 Craig, Alan and Elisabeth discuss "In America." 30:24 Recasting 50:48 Double Feature 1:23:56 Final Thoughts 1:01:33 A preview of next week's episode "Bridesmaids." Next week, love is in the air. Or is it? We discuss the comedy classic "Bridesmaids."
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Episode 20 - Harry Hamlin - CONversations with Craig
08/03/2026
Episode 20 - Harry Hamlin - CONversations with Craig
Recorded live at Retro Expo in Plano, Texas in July 2024, Craig sits down with Harry Hamlin for a lively and genuinely engaging conversation that spans Mayfair Witches Season 2, his unforgettable Clash of the Titans stories, his viral bolognese, and the acting lessons he learned from Laurence Olivier. Standing His Ground: Hamlin recounts how he protected Clash of the Titans from bad creative choices — including locking himself in a trailer to keep the Medusa scene intact. Mythology & Craft: With a Yale background in mythological psychology, he explains how Joseph Campbell shaped his approach to Perseus (and why the movie’s mythology is “all wrong”). Finding Courtland Mayfair: Inspired by Laurence Olivier’s “green umbrella,” Hamlin shares how a simple pinky ring instantly unlocked his Mayfair Witches character. “When they hired me, they didn’t know they were getting a badass.” - Harry Hamlin Want more exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes stories from the people who bring your favorite characters to life? Subscribe to our podcast on , , or on for more behind-the-scenes stories and exclusive interviews.
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Spider-Man: Homecoming
08/01/2026
Spider-Man: Homecoming
SPIDER-MAN: HOMECOMING Thrilled by his experience with the Avengers, young Peter Parker returns home to live with his Aunt May. Guided by his mentor, Tony Stark, Peter begins embracing his new identity as Spider-Man while trying to return to his normal routine. But his desire to prove he is more than just a friendly neighborhood superhero is put to the test when the Vulture threatens everything he holds dear. Craig, Elisabeth and guest Nick Mears talk about unnecessary origin stories, John Hughes films, the perfect Peter parker and the movie “Spider-Man: Homecoming” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:12 Craig, Elisabeth and Nick Mears discuss Nick's podcast . 8:10 Craig, Elisabeth and Nick discuss "Spider-Man: Homecoming." 53:24 Recasting 1:20:18 Double Feature 1:23:56 Final Thoughts 1:32:31 A preview of next week's episode "In America." Next week, we celebrate Old Man Cerny with a tale of immigration: Alan’s birthday pick, "In America".
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Brotherhood of the Wolf
07/25/2026
Brotherhood of the Wolf
BROTHERHOOD OF THE WOLF Something is hunting the women and children of the French countryside, leaving behind a trail of blood and terror. With the creature always one step ahead, King Louis sends a renowned scientist and his Iroquois blood brother to uncover the truth. But this is no ordinary beast, and the conspiracy behind it may be even more dangerous. Craig, Elisabeth and guest Alex Barnhill talk about the beast of Gévaudan, sexy transitions, a full panel with Mark Dacascos and the movie “Brotherhood of the Wolf” on this week’s Matinee Heroes. Show Notes 1:04 Craig, Elisabeth and guest Alex Barnhill discuss FIFA in Dallas. 10:41 Craig, Elisabeth and Alex discuss "Brotherhood of the Wolf" 54:41 Recasting 1:14:57 Double Feature 1:17:24 Final Thoughts 1:21:14 Craig's exclusive interview with Mark Dacascos recorded live at Comicpalooza in Houston, Texas. 2:17:24 A preview of next week's episode "Spider-Man: Homecoming" Next week we celebrate a new Spider-Man movie with the reboot's first "Spider-Man: Homecoming."
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Matrix Reloaded LIVE from Comicpalooza
07/18/2026
Matrix Reloaded LIVE from Comicpalooza
THE MATRIX RELOADED Humanity’s war against the machines continues as Neo, Trinity, and Morpheus fight to free their people from the Matrix, while Neo discovers his growing importance in the fate of mankind. The battle is no longer just about survival, but about understanding the truth behind the world they are trying to escape. Craig, Alan and guest Mark Woodring talk about sweaty community orgies, Mark’s first Comicpalooza, the pressure of a follow-up and the movie “Matrix: Reloaded” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Next week the gang talks "Brotherhood of the Wolf" with the added bonus of Mark Dacascos!!
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O Brother, Where Art Thou
07/11/2026
O Brother, Where Art Thou
O BROTHER, WHERE ART THOU Ulysses Everett McGill is serving a hard-labor sentence in Mississippi when he convinces two fellow prisoners to escape with him. Claiming that a fortune in buried treasure is waiting, he leads the trio across the state. Still shackled together, they race to find the money while staying one step ahead of the authorities. Craig, Elisabeth and guest Brendan Agnew discuss the Odyssey, southern gothic, pomade and the movie “O Brother, Where Art Thou” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 0:58 Craig, Elisabeth and Brendan Agnew discuss Marion's summer movie intake. 13:35 Craig, Elisabeth and Brendon discuss "O Brother, Where Art Thou." 49:55 Recasting 1:09:18 Double Feature 1:12:25 Final Thoughts 1:20:33 A preview of next week's episode "Matrix Reloaded." Next week, live from Comicpalooza it's "Matrix Reloaded."
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Episode 19 - David Anders - CONversations with Craig
07/06/2026
Episode 19 - David Anders - CONversations with Craig
In May 2015, Craig sat down with David Anders at Comicpalooza in Houston for one of the very first convention panels he ever moderated. Anders, known for playing unforgettable villains and complicated characters in Alias, Heroes, iZombie, The Vampire Diaries, and Once Upon a Time, looked back on his career, his reputation as one of the rare American actors known for convincing British accents, and the mentors who helped shape him. The conversation moved from funny set stories to emotional reflections on rejection, persistence, and the people who gave him a chance. David talked about the early days of Alias, how J.J. Abrams fought for him to get the role of Sark, and why the character being British changed the course of his career. He shared stories from Heroes, iZombie, The Vampire Diaries, and Once Upon a Time, including the strange fun of playing characters who are villains, undead, immortal, or just beautifully terrible. In one of the most personal moments of the panel, David opened up about giving up sports, finding acting, moving to Los Angeles at 18, and the teachers and mentors who helped him keep going. “Always know everyone, know the scene backwards and forwards. Just know your words. And always be 15 minutes early.” Want more exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes stories from the people who bring your favorite characters to life? Subscribe to our podcast on , , or on for more behind-the-scenes stories and exclusive interviews.
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Happy Gilmore
07/04/2026
Happy Gilmore
HAPPY GILMORE Happy Gilmore only wants one thing: to play hockey. But when his grandmother is about to lose her house, he discovers his slap shot gives him an outrageous edge on the golf course. Now he has to turn his anger issues into prize money, while dragging the polite world of professional golf into total chaos. Craig, Elisabeth and guest Jeff Penn talk about golf, mannequin hands, Christopher McDonald's induction into the William Atherton Asshole Hall of Fame and the movie “Happy Gilmore” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 0:59 Craig, Elisabeth and Jeff Penn induct Christopher McDonald into the 2nd Annual William Atherton Asshole Hall of Fame. 19:16 Craig, Elisabeth and Jeff discuss "Happy Gilmore." 54:41 Recasting 1:10:30 Double Feature 1:14:59 Final Thoughts 1:27:13 A preview of next week's episode "O Brother, Where Art Thou." Next week, we celebrate Christopher Nolan's "Odyssey" with a different telling of Homer's tale with "O Brother, Where Art Thou."
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The Great Outdoors
06/27/2026
The Great Outdoors
THE GREAT OUTDOORS Outdoorsy Chicago family man Chet Ripley takes his wife, Connie, and their kids to a Wisconsin lakeside cabin for a peaceful vacation. But the getaway is derailed when Connie’s obnoxious brother-in-law Roman arrives with his family, turning a relaxing weekend into a battle between laid-back fun and uptight excess. Craig, Elisabeth and guest Tami Anderson talk about family dynamics, bald butt bears, kink shows and the movie “The Great Outdoors” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 0:59 Craig, Elisabeth and Tami Anderson talk about going to the "Kink" show. 14:08 Craig, Elisabeth and Tami discuss "The Great Outdoors." 1:00:14 Recasting 1:12:13 Double Feature 1:17:30 Final Thoughts 1:22:15 A preview of next week's episode "Happy Gilmore." Next week, our 2nd annual William Atherton Asshole Hall of Fame induction ceremony and the movie "Happy Gilmore."
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The Sure Thing
06/20/2026
The Sure Thing
THE SURE THING Gib is a college freshman who can’t catch a break with women. When he hears a gorgeous girl in California is interested in him, he joins a cross-country carpool to meet her. The catch? Alison, the uptight classmate who already rejected him, is along for the ride. What starts as a nightmare road trip slowly turns into something neither of them expected. Craig, Elisabeth and guest Derek McCaw talk about if opposites attract, 50-year-old undergrads, summer in central California and the movie “The Sure Thing” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:01 Craig, Elisabeth and Derek talk vacationing in Central California. 9:46 Craig, Elisabeth and Derek discuss "The Sure Thing." 50:45 Recasting 1:13:20 Double Feature 1:17:58 Final Thoughts 1:24:48 A preview of next week's episode "The Great Outdoors." Next week, we wrap up our summer fun movies with "The Great Outdoors"
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The Sandlot
06/13/2026
The Sandlot
THE SANDLOT In the summer of 1962, new kid Scottie Smalls moves to town and is taken under the wing of a talented young baseball player and his rowdy sandlot team. He quickly gets pulled into their chaotic summer and learns that fitting in can be just as tricky as playing the game. But when a prized baseball is hit over a fence, the boys must retrieve it from the yard of the legendary Beast. Craig, Elisabeth and guest Rob Ervin talk about coming of age movies, convention going, PR photos and the movie “The Sandlot” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 0:59 Craig, Elisabeth and Rob Ervin talk about this year's conventions they've attended. 15:53 Craig, Elisabeth and Rob discuss "The Sandlot." 56:30 Recasting 1:05:33 Double Feature 1:10:32 Final Thoughts 1:15:36 A preview of next week's episode "The Sure Thing." Next week, we continue to celebrate fun movies with "The Sure Thing."
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The Hangover
06/06/2026
The Hangover
THE HANGOVER Two days before his wedding, Doug heads to Las Vegas with three friends for one unforgettable bachelor party. The next morning, his friends wake up with no memory of the night before, and Doug is nowhere to be found. With the wedding fast approaching, they must retrace their chaotic night and find him in time to get back to Los Angeles for the ceremony. Craig, Elisabeth and guest Paul Hitchcock talk about bachelor parties, tattoo highs and lows, Las Vegas and the movie “The Hangover” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:05 Craig, Elisabeth and Paul Hitchcock talk about trips to Las Vegas 12:44 Craig, Elisabeth and Paul discuss "The Hangover." 1:04:05 Recasting 1:17:23 Double Feature 1:22:49 Final Thoughts 1:31:40 A preview of next week's episode "The Sandlot." Next week, we continue to celebrate the summer with "The Sandlot."
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Episode 18 - 2024 FanX Animation Panel - CONversation with Craig
06/01/2026
Episode 18 - 2024 FanX Animation Panel - CONversation with Craig
Recorded live at FanX 2024, this episode of Conversations with Craig features Craig moderating a lively animation voice actor panel with Phil LaMarr, Spencer Grammer, Fred Tatasciore, Sean Chiplock, Khary Payton, and Jess Harnell. The conversation moves from career stories and fan questions to voice acting techniques, music, artificial intelligence, convention life, and the unpredictable comedy that happens when a room full of performers starts riffing off each other. The panelists discuss how voice acting has changed as fans have become more familiar with the people behind their favorite animated characters and video game roles. Audience questions lead to stories about auditions, musical inspiration, performance anxiety, AI, and the challenge of bringing emotion to even the smallest lines. The panel gets wonderfully ridiculous with dramatic Pac-Man, Call of Duty Zombies holiday music, cage-free zombies, emotional dot-dot-dots, and a surprisingly confident ruling on whether water is wet. “I’m damned displeased to be killed in this fashion.” - Fred Tatasciore Want more exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes stories from the people who bring your favorite characters to life? Subscribe to our podcast on , , or on for more behind-the-scenes stories and exclusive interviews.
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Throne of Blood
05/30/2026
Throne of Blood
THRONE OF BLOOD Returning to their lord’s castle, two samurai warriors are stopped by a mysterious spirit who foretells their futures. When the first part of the prophecy comes true, one warrior begins to believe the rest may follow. Urged on by his ambitious wife, he is pushed toward betrayal, murder, and the bloody pursuit of power. Craig, Elisabeth and guest Blake Casselman talk about adapting classics, paranoia, sake and the movie “Throne of Blood” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 0:54 Craig, Elisabeth and Blake Casselman talk about "The Mandalorian and Grogu." 6:15 Craig, Elisabeth and Blake discuss "Throne of Blood." 35:54 Recasting 49:48 Double Feature 52:55 Final Thoughts 57:25 A preview of next week's episode "The Hangover." Next week, we celebrate the summer with goofy, fun movies, starting with "The Hangover."
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The Last Duel
05/23/2026
The Last Duel
THE LAST DUEL A respected knight, known for his bravery and skill on the battlefield, finds himself at odds with a squire whose intelligence and eloquence have made him one of the most admired nobles in court. When the squire viciously assaults the knight’s wife, she steps forward to accuse her attacker, an act of bravery and defiance that puts her own life in jeopardy. The ensuing trial by combat, a grueling duel to the death, places the fate of all three in God’s hands. Craig, Elisabeth and guest Brendan Agnew talk about the brutality of the Middle Ages, perspectives, tornados and the movie “The Last Duel” on this week’s Matinee Heroes. Show Notes 1:23 Craig, Elisabeth and Brendan catch up on Oklahoma weather and Marion's latest movies. 10:14 Craig, Elisabeth and Brendan discuss "The Last Duel." 50:00 Recasting 1:11:01 Double Feature 1:17:57 Final Thoughts 1:22:04 A preview of next week's episode "Throne of Blood." Next week, we head to medieval Japan to talk "Throne of Blood."
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Excalibur
05/16/2026
Excalibur
EXCALIBUR The magical sword Excalibur begins in the hands of Uther Pendragon, but years later, it finds its way to his bastard son Arthur, the knave destined to become king. With the help of the mysterious Merlin, Arthur rises to fulfill his fate, bringing together the Knights of the Round Table at Camelot and unifying the country. But even a legendary king is still a man, and Arthur must face love, betrayal, the search for the Holy Grail, and the fight to save the kingdom he was born to rule. Craig, Alan and Elisabeth talk about Arthurian Legend, the timeless Helen Mirren, panels at Comicpalooza and the movie “Excalibur” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:00 Craig and Alan discuss all the panels they will be at for Comicpalooza 2026 13:02 Craig, Alan and Elisabeth discuss "Excalibur." 49:08 Recasting 1:15:03 Double Feature 1:18:30 Final Thoughts 1:25:18 A preview of next week's episode "The Last Duel." Next week, it's like three movies in one as we discuss "The Last Duel."
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A Knight's Tale
05/09/2026
A Knight's Tale
A KNIGHT'S TALE Born a peasant, William Thatcher sets out to change his stars, win the heart of a noble maiden, and shake up the medieval world around him. With the help of his loyal friends, he enters the brutal world of tournament jousting, where he must prove he has the courage, skill, and heart to become a legend. Craig and Elisabeth talk about Chaucer, naughty cross-stitching, droopy eyes and the movie “A Knight’s Tale” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 00:00:00 Introduction 00:00:42 Craig and Elisabeth talk about naught cross-stitch and embroidery. 00:08:46 Craig and Elisabeth discuss "A Knight's Tale." 00:50:50 Recasting 01:22:08 Double Feature 01:24:52 Final Thoughts 01:29:41 A preview of next week's episode "Excalibur." Next week, medieval May continues with the 80's classic "Excalibur."
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Episode 17 - Terminator Panel - CONversations with Craig
05/04/2026
Episode 17 - Terminator Panel - CONversations with Craig
Terminator Cast - Linda Hamilton, Michael Biehn and Edward Furlong - September 2024 Recorded live at FanX Salt Lake in 2024, this special episode of CONversations with Craig brings together three icons from the Terminator franchise: Linda Hamilton, Michael Biehn and Edward Furlong. The panel looks back at the legacy of Sarah Connor, the genius and intensity of James Cameron, the practical stunt work behind The Terminator and Terminator 2: Judgment Day, and how a movie about killer machines somehow feels even more relevant in the age of AI. Linda Hamilton reflects on Sarah Connor’s legacy, calling the role a “lucky accident” while recognizing the staying power of one of cinema’s most iconic action heroes. Michael Biehn talks about James Cameron’s work ethic and vision, including how Cameron’s storytelling about the future still feels unsettlingly accurate decades later. Edward Furlong shares what it was like starting his career on Terminator 2, working with Cameron, Hamilton and Arnold Schwarzenegger before fully understanding how massive the movie would become. “Technology knows that I’m the enemy. And they treat me like the enemy. Go figure.” - Linda Hamilton Want more exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes stories from the people who bring your favorite characters to life? Subscribe to our podcast on , , or on for more behind-the-scenes stories and exclusive interviews.
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Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves
05/02/2026
Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves
DUNGEON & DRAGONS: HONOR AMONG THIEVES A charming thief pulls together a mismatched crew of adventurers to recover a powerful lost relic. Along the way, they face deadly magic, old betrayals, dangerous enemies, and plenty of bad decisions. What begins as a simple mission becomes a chance for this band of misfits to become the heroes no one expected. Craig, Elisabeth and guest Annie Bulloch talk about unsung movie gems, bending the rules, halfling hotties and the movie "Dungeon and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves" on this week’s Matinee Heroes. Show Notes 00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:15 Craig, Elisabeth and Annie Bulloch talk about being a GM for D&D games. 00:12:29 Craig, Elisabeth and Annie discuss "Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves." 00:53:46 Recasting 01:18:52 Double Feature 01:21:04 Final Thoughts 01:24:54 A preview of next week's episode "A Knight's Tale" Next week, medieval May continues with a fan favorite "A Knight's Tale."
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Alien Nation
04/25/2026
Alien Nation
ALIEN NATION In Los Angeles, three years after an alien ship comes to Earth, humans and extraterrestrial newcomers live side by side in a city divided by fear, prejudice, and violence. When a human police detective is assigned a newcomer partner, they must learn to work together while investigating a dangerous drug ring spreading through the alien community. As the case deepens, their uneasy partnership becomes the key to exposing a larger threat. Craig, Elisabeth and Alan talk about concepts vs execution, physical media, sour milk addiction and the movie “Alien Nation” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:10 Craig, Elisabeth and Alan talk about this year's Comicpalooza. 16:46 Craig, Elisabeth and Alan discuss "Alien Nation." 45:10 Recasting 54:42 Double Feature 58:55 Final Thoughts 1:08:48 A preview of next week's episode "Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves." Next week, medieval May starts with the vastly underrated "Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves."
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Starman
04/18/2026
Starman
STARMAN An alien answers a NASA message and comes to Earth in peace, but his ship is shot down by the military. Stranded, he takes the form of a dead man and forces the man’s widow to drive him to Arizona so he can meet a rescue ship. As the government hunts them down, the two form an unexpected bond. Craig, Elisabeth and guest Steve and Izzy talk about aliens on earth, road trips, Ape-ril and the movie “Starman” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 0:51 Craig, Elisabeth and Steve & Izzy talk deer and Ape-ril. 15:35 Craig, Elisabeth and Steve & Izzy discuss "Starman." 54:45 Recasting 1:20:37 Double Feature 1:28:59 Final Thoughts 1:39:25 A preview of next week's episode "Alien Nation." Next week, Alien April ends with the cult classic "Alien Nation."
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Men In Black
04/11/2026
Men In Black
MEN IN BLACK A smart-mouthed New York cop discovers that aliens are secretly living on Earth and gets recruited into a hidden agency that keeps them under control. Paired with a stone-faced veteran, he must stop a deadly alien invader searching for a powerful object that could spark an intergalactic crisis. As he adjusts to a bizarre new world of disguises, weapons, and cosmic secrets, his first day on the job turns into a fight to save the planet. Craig, Elisabeth and guest Tami Anderson talk about immigration, galactic pugs, neurolyser damage and the movie “Men in Black” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 0:58 Craig, Elisabeth and Tami Anderson talk alien encounters but with human beings. 7:28 Craig, Elisabeth and Tami discuss "Men in Black." 52:12 Recasting 1:12:59 Double Feature 1:19:14 Final Thoughts 1:24:19 A preview of next week's episode "Starman." Next week, Alien April continues with the low-key adventure "Starman."
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Episode 16 - Dane DiLiegro - CONversations with Craig
04/06/2026
Episode 16 - Dane DiLiegro - CONversations with Craig
Dane DeLiegro did not exactly take the usual road to Hollywood, and that is what made this live conversation at the 2024 Origins Game Fair in Columbus, Ohio so entertaining. Before becoming the Predator in Prey, he played pro basketball in Europe, spent years apprenticing under a legendary Tuscan butcher, and nearly ended up in the culinary world instead of the film business. By the time he started describing what it took to bring the Predator to life, it was clear this was not your standard actor origin story. Before acting, DeLiegro spent years playing professional basketball in Europe and living in Tuscany during the off-seasons, where he apprenticed under famed butcher Dario Cecchini and learned traditional Tuscan butchery. His path into movies started almost by accident when a stand-in job on Free Guy led people on set to realize his size and physicality made him a natural fit for creature acting. DeLiegro detailed the intense physical demands of playing the Predator in Prey, including mime school, martial arts and parkour training, major weight loss, and performing scenes with extremely limited vision inside the suit. “Every morning you wake up and it’s a little Predator surprise party, remembering that you’re the Predator.” - Dane DiLiegro Want more exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes stories from the people who bring your favorite characters to life? Subscribe to our podcast on , , or on for more behind-the-scenes stories and exclusive interviews.
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Paul
04/04/2026
Paul
PAUL For the past 60 years, a wisecracking alien named Paul has been held at a top-secret military base in America’s UFO heartland. When he decides he’s had enough of Earth, he escapes and jumps into the first vehicle he finds, a rented RV driven by two British sci-fi geeks, Graeme and Clive. With federal agents and an angry father chasing them, the two come up with a wild plan to help Paul get back to his spaceship. Craig, Elisabeth and guest Paul Hitchcock talk about sincerity in comedy, Elisabeth’s starring role, Comic Con fatigue and the movie “Paul” on this week’s Matinee Heroes. Show Notes 1:15 Craig, Elisabeth and Paul Hitchcock talk alien encounters. 5:44 Craig, Elisabeth and Paul discuss "Paul." 54:14 Recasting 1:20:59 Double Feature 1:27:21 Final Thoughts 1:37:01 A preview of next week's episode "Men in Black." Next week, Alien April continues with the blockbuster "Men in Black."
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The Long Goodbye
03/28/2026
The Long Goodbye
THE LONG GOODBYE Private detective Philip Marlowe gives his friend Terry Lennox a ride to Mexico. But when Marlowe gets back to Los Angeles, he is pulled into the investigation of Terry’s wife’s death. Then comes word that Terry has died by suicide in Mexico but Marlowe isn’t buying it. As he starts chasing the truth, he takes on a new case from a woman who has a surprising connection to Terry’s past. Craig, Elisabeth and Alan talk about Robert Altman’s disjointed style, candle cults, the Oscars and the movie “The Long Goodbye” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:29 Craig, Elisabeth and Alan talk about the 2026 Oscars. 11:48 Craig, Elisabeth and Alan discuss "The Long Goodbye." 34:38 Recasting 54:23 Double Feature 59:54 Final Thoughts 1:06:43 A preview of next week's episode "Paul." Next week, Alien April kicks off with Elisabeth's feature film debut "Paul."
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Rear Window
03/21/2026
Rear Window
REAR WINDOW Confined to his apartment with a broken leg, a newspaper photographer passes the time by watching the lives unfolding outside his window. But what starts as idle curiosity turns into something far more dangerous when he becomes convinced he has witnessed a murder. With help from his nurse and the woman he loves, he sets out to prove it, before the suspected killer realizes he is watching. Craig, Elisabeth and cohost Tracy Mangum talk about Voyeurism, BDE, Boysenberries and the movie “Rear Window” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:22 Craig, Elisabeth and Tracy Mangum talk a recent trip to Knott's Berry Farm. 13:20 Craig, Elisabeth and Tracy discuss "Rear Window." 52:42 Recasting 1:12:52 Double Feature 1:17:31 Final Thoughts 1:21:17 A preview of next week's episode "The Long Goodbye." Next week, Mystery March ends with an Altman take on a classic character in "The Long Goodbye."
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Chinatown
03/14/2026
Chinatown
CHINATOWN A Los Angeles private detective thinks he is handling a routine infidelity case, until he meets the man’s real wife and realizes he was hired by an impostor. When the husband turns up dead, the case pulls him into a web of corruption, deception, and disturbing family secrets, with the wife’s powerful father at the center of it all. Craig, Elisabeth and guest Jeff Penn from Deep Cuts the game talk about private investigators, Canadian utopias, LA in the 30s and the movie “Chinatown” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:13 Craig, Elisabeth and Jeff Penn talk about Jeff's podcast . 8:56 Craig, Elisabeth and Jeff discuss "Chinatown." 1:00:37 Recasting 1:20:14 Double Feature 1:25:25 Final Thoughts 1:33:45 A preview of next week's episode "Rear Window." Next week, Mystery March continues with the classic Hitchcock tale "Rear Window."
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The Third Man
03/07/2026
The Third Man
THE THIRD MAN Holly Martins, a writer of pulp Westerns, arrives broke to visit his childhood friend Harry Lime, only to discover that Harry is dead. Suspicious circumstances surrounding the death, including reports of a mysterious third man at the scene, pull Holly into a growing conspiracy. As he digs deeper, he faces resistance from a British officer and falls hard for Harry’s grieving lover, Anna. Craig, Elisabeth and guest Derek McCaw talk about black markets, inept protagonists, Horror Not Hate and the movie “The Third Man” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:04 Craig, Elisabeth and Derek McCaw talk the crowdfunding of Horror Not Hate and introduce Mystery March. 10:55 Craig, Elisabeth and Derek discuss "The Third Man." 57:30 Recasting 1:13:08 Double Feature 1:18:12 Final Thoughts 1:22:16 A preview of next week's episode "Chinatown." Next week, Mystery March continues with the classic neo-noir "Chinatown."
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Episode 15 - Kevin Conroy - CONversations with Craig
03/02/2026
Episode 15 - Kevin Conroy - CONversations with Craig
Kevin Conroy was not just the voice of Batman to a generation of fans. He was the voice. In this live conversation from the San Francisco Comic Con in 2018, he pulls back the curtain on how he landed the role, why his classical theater training made him the perfect Dark Knight, and how the emotional core of Batman shaped every performance he gave. Kevin Conroy explains how his classical theater training and deep understanding of Batman’s trauma helped him create a version of the character that felt real, grounded, and timeless. Conroy shares memorable Juilliard stories, including living with Robin Williams, which reveals both the humor and the serious craft behind great performance. He also discusses the creative chemistry between Batman and the Joker, especially his collaboration with Mark Hamill, and how strong scene partners helped elevate the animated series into something truly special. “I am vengeance. I am the night. I am Batman.” - Kevin Conroy Want more exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes stories from the people who bring your favorite characters to life? Subscribe to our podcast on , , or on for more behind-the-scenes stories and exclusive interviews.
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