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In this latest episode sponsored by Gabi and Keeps, we discuss Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Hamilton on Disney Plus. Sonny explains why he hates musicals but loves cheap riesling. JVL reveals his theatrical past, even though he hates the theater. Vic wonders why people keep mistaking him for someone else. Plus a ranking of the Founders and Madeleine Stowe!
In this Very Special Episode sponsored by Tommy John, we review the Italian-Canadian rom-com Little Italy. Oofah, how did this movie ever get made? JVL finds Emma Roberts irresistable. Sonny ranks the movie’s stereotypes, from best to worst. Vic resists wearing pants to the office. Plus Sonny reassures us he is fine.
In this latest episode sponsored by Tommy John and DoorDash, we discuss the indie-horror film The Lighthouse starring Willem Dafoe and Robert Pattinson. Sonny liked it, obviously. Vic didn’t understand it, obviously. JVL rediscovers his HD DVD player. Plus advice on where to buy fancy faucets!
In this latest episode sponsored by Tommy John, we discuss Capone starring Tom Hardy. JVL goes back to the beach—and so do the Bennies! Vic goes the wrong way in a supermarket. Sonny gets his fill of Buffalo Trace. Plus figuring out how to play craps during a pandemic. And an old friend returns to the show!
In this latest episode, we discuss Val Kilmer, who has a new memoir, I’m Your Huckleberry. Of course we haven’t read it but that doesn’t stop us from discussing his films! Vic promises not to say his name. JVL shares his obsession with Calvin Klein. And Sonny talks about theaters reopening. Plus listener shout-outs!
In this latest episode, we discuss the new Netflix movie Extraction starring Chris Hemsworth. Sonny likes it enough, JVL finds it derivative, and Vic loves the grenade launcher. Sonny shares news about They Called Me Wyatt, a new book from Rebeller Media. JVL shares his conspiracy theory about graphing calculators. And Vic makes his own simple syrup.
In this latest episode we discuss the 20th anniversary of Gladiator. Could it be Ridley Scott’s best movie, Russell Crowe’s best role, or the best gladiator movie of all time? Let the rankings decide! Plus JVL gives Sonny an Easter quiz, Sonny talks Michael Biehn and Tombstone, and Vic shares his strategy for world domination.
On this latest episode sponsored by Warby Parker and DoorDash, we break down the Netflix docuseries Tiger King. JVL calls it an indictment against democracy. Vic calls it aspirational. Sonny discusses movie-making in the time of coronavirus. Plus JVL on family blackjack and Vic’s tips for hot bars (which may or may not come back).
On this latest episode sponsored by Warby Parker, we review The Hunt, which we all saw from the comfort of our homes! Sonny discusses the dismal fate of movie theaters. JVL replaces the “Freshman 15” with the “COVID 19.” Vic eats everything before it spoils and sometimes a little after.