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We review Terminator: Dark Fate. Sonny goes off on pointless sequels. JVL discovers powdered peanut butter. And Vic goes to Maggiano’s. Plus the future of Star Wars and Condé Nast!
More In this latest episode, sponsored by DoorDash and ExpressVPN, we discuss Eddie Murphy’s Dolemite Is My Name. But that’s after Sonny takes issue with BoxOfficeMojo.com. AND after JVL recounts his time at the World Series. AND after Vic responds to demand for a Vic Doll.
More In this latest episode of the Sub-Beacon sponsored by Calm and Ethos life insurance, we discuss Zombieland 2: Double Tap. JVL is going to the World Series! Vic reviews hospital cafeteria food. And special guest Mary Katharine Ham takes the hot seat!
More On this week’s episode, guest-host Matthew Continetti fills in for Vic Matus as the gang discusses Ang Lee’s use of high frame rate 3D in Gemini Man. Also: how much is too much to spend on World Series tickets?
More In this latest episode of the Sub-Beacon sponsored by DoorDash, we tackle Todd Phillips’s Joker. Is Joaquin Phoenix acting or ‘actoring’? JVL and Vic remember their favorite TV dinners. Sonny saves money by fixing his own toilet!
More In this latest Sub-Beacon, sponsored by Calm and ExpressVPN, we discuss Rambo: Last Blood, which JVL found deeply problematic. Vic found it easy to understand. Sonny wears linen in October! Plus more Civ talk and Descendants 3!
More On this week’s episode, sponsored by Ethos Life Insurance, Matthew Continetti fills in for Vic Matus. Sonny plays host, probably poorly. JVL gets hard. And the Sub-Beaconers hear that the Free Beacon is none-too-happy about American icon John Rambo being ignored on this installment of the Sub-Beacon, which covers Ad Astra.
More In this latest episode sponsored by DoorDash, we discuss the amazing Hustlers. Or at least Vic and JVL thought it was amazing. Sonny gets into briefcases. Vic eats a Pittsburger. Plus what’s with all the movie trailers?
More In this latest episode sponsored by Calm and NetSuite, we discuss Dave Chappelle’s Sticks & Stones and the state of stand-up comedy. JVL really hates IKEA. Sonny is feeling old. Vic shares his lab results. Plus talk about The Mandalorian trailer!
More In this latest episode, sponsored by ExpressVPN, we discuss the surprisingly poignant Good Boys. Sonny makes the case for Olympus Has Fallen. JVL and Vic have a therapy session. Plus JVL reacts to that amazing new Star Wars trailer!
More In this latest episode sponsored by DoorDash and NetSuite, we tackle the Springsteen-themed Blinded by the Light—how could the Boss let this happen? Sonny discusses the Spider-Man situation. Vic has a barbershop dilemma. And special guest host Matt Continetti has an idea for Stranger Things 4! The Sub-Beacon will return after Labor Day. Happy end of summer!
More In this episode, sponsored by Blinds.com and Calm, Sonny and Vic discuss Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark. JVL hates scary movies so he saw … something else. Sonny eats deep-fried deviled eggs and JVL still hates mayo.
More In this latest episode, sponsored by ExpressVPN and LendingClub, we try to make sense of Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw. JVL sees a few minor problems with the plot. Sonny recommends books about film. And Vic has a Red Dawn revelation!
More In this latest episode, sponsored by Quip and Blinds.com, we discuss Once Upon a Time in Hollywood and the Tarantino oeuvre. JVL talks about word processing. Sonny ignores Facebook birthday wishes. Vic defends his mochi theft!
More In this latest episode, sponsored by DoorDash, we review The Lion King remake—was there really a need? Sonny has gone haircut crazy. JVL provides tips on cleaning a Keurig. And Vic denies stealing salad. Plus Top Gun 2 trailer talk!
More In this latest episode, sponsored by Calm and LendingClub, we discuss Stuber. JVL celebrates Prime Day by getting a canopy. Vic compares himself to Dave Bautista. Sonny sorts through his Criterion Collection. Plus: Star Wars time travel theories and a buddy cop ranking!
More In this latest episode, sponsored by ExpressVPN and Blinds.com, we review Toy Story 4 and rank Pixar movies. JVL is not a fan, despite the tear in his eye. Vic lays out the rules of the buffet. Sonny still dresses up for work—at home.
More In this latest episode sponsored by Calm and Lending Club, the Sub-Beacon discusses Spider-Man: Far From Home. Sonny still hates sand. Vic watches World War II movies. Plus a special guest review!
More In this latest episode, sponsored by Boosted and Calm, we review the Elton John biopic Rocketman. JVL says Elton John > Queen! Sonny talks to strangers in an airport. Vic picks up two hitchhikers.
More In this latest episode, sponsored by Express VPN and Blinds.com, we discuss Dark Phoenix. Sonny wonders if the days of X-Men’s future are past. JVL gets spotted as Flash’s dad. Vic insists he was a victim of food poisoning. Plus toll lane conspiracy theories!
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