Podstalgic

Shawshank Redemption (1994)

In episode 229, Peter and Mariano are joined by Allegra for a review of Frank Darabont's Shawshank Redemption, based on the Stephen King novella. Celebrating it's 25th anniversary, they take a look back and see if the movie still holds up.

Outro music: Hank Williams - Lovesick Blues

Timecop (1994)

In episode 228, Peter and Mariano are back to review a Van Damme classic for it's 25th anniversary. They make comparisons to the tv show Time Trax and talk about some of JCVD's other movies. Also find out which one realizes they're a Jean-Claude Van Damme fan.

Outro music: Mark Isham - Time Cop

Earth Girls Are Easy (1989)

In episode 227, Peter and Mariano are back to talk about Earth Girls Are Easy for it's belated 30th anniversary and ponder whether if it was considered a classic. During a period when Geena Davis and Jeff Goldblum were married and before Damon Wayans and Jim Carrey were on In Living Color, many discussions are to be had!

Outro music : Julie Brown - Earth Girls Are Easy

Child's Play (2019)

In episode 226, Peter and Tyler give their non spoiler initial thoughts on the reboot of the classic slasher Child's Play. After the break, they get into spoilers and discuss some of the differences between the reboot and the original film from 1988.

Outro music: Bear McCreary - The Buddi Song

Toy Story 4 (2019)

In episode 225, Mariano and Allegra continue their Podstalgic takeover. This week they review the latest film from Pixar, Toy Story 4. Find out if Pixar has more magic for us from the beloved franchise. 

Rocketman (2019)

In episode 224, Allegra and Mariano take over Podstalgic this week to cover Rocketman. Find out what they think of this biopic on musical legend Elton John. Even though they confess to not being fans of musicals, this film may be an exception for them. 

Always Be My Maybe (2019)

In episode 223, Peter and Mariano are joined by Allegra for a discussion of Netflix's latest release, Always Be My Baby. In her directorial debut, Nahnatchka Khan reunites with Randall Park (Fresh Off the Boat) and Ali Wong (Baby Cobra) for a romcom centered around childhood friends who end up falling in with each other when they grow up.

Outro music: Mariah Carey - Always Be My Baby

Field of Dreams (1989)

In episode 222, Peter returns with Mariano for a discussion of Field of Dreams for it's 30th anniversary. Peter, being a first time watcher, gives his thoughts while Mariano shares his history with the beloved classic.

Outro music: James Horner - Field of Dreams

Avengers: Endgame (2019)

In episode 221, Allegra and Mariano are joined by M from The Liquor Run Podcast as they takeover to cover Marvel's Avengers: Endgame. Find out what they think of what could be the biggest film in history. Extra bonus: someone special joins the episode to give their thoughts. 

Never Been Kissed (1999) [History of Color Takeover]

In episode 220, Mariano and Allegra give us their take on the 1999 film Never Been Kissed starring Drew Barrymore. Does it hold up? Would this film be made in 2019? Find out what they think of this romantic comedy. 

 

Outro Music: Ozomatli - Cumbia De Los Muertos

Us (2019) [History of Color Takeover]

In episode 219, Mariano and Allegra give a non-spoiler review and their detailed thoughts on Jordan Peele's sophomore film Us. They also discuss the impressive performances of the actors, particularly that of Lupita Nyong'o. 

 

Outro music: The Beach Boys - Good Vibrations

Lean On Me (1989)

In episode 218, Peter and Mariano review Lean On Me for it's 30th anniversary. Starring Morgan Freeman as "Crazy Joe" Clark and directed by John G. Avildsen, Peter and Mariano discuss the school culture and the working relationship by Mr. Clark and his faculty members.

Outro music: Club Nuveau - Lean On Me

Captain Marvel (2019) [History of Color Takeover]

In episode 217, Mariano and Allegra takeover Podstalgic for an instant review of Captain Marvel. The film stars Brie Larson, Samuel L. Jackson, Annette Bening, and Jude Law.  They give their thoughts on how this film stands within the Marvel Cinematic Universe. 

 

Outro music: Nirvana - Come As You Are

Footloose (1984)

In episode 216, Peter and Mariano revisit the Kevin Bacon classic, Footloose, for a disussion of outlawed dancing and rock 'n roll for it's 35th anniversary.

Music: Kenny Loggins - Footloose / Bonnie Tyler - Holding Out for a Hero

50 First Dates (2004)

In episode 215, Peter and Mariano review the second collaboration between Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore in 50 First Dates for it's 15th anniversary. They compare the film to some of Sandler's other classics and discuss if it holds up.

Outro music: Wayne Wonder - Hold Me Now

Ace Ventura: Pet Detective (1994)

In episode 214, Peter and Mariano review a Jim Carrey classic in Ace Ventura: Pet Detective for it's 25th anniversary! They question Ace's detective skills and Mariano gets obsessive over an albino pigeon!

Outro music: Tone Loc - Ace is in the House

She's All That (1999)

In episode 213, Peter and Mariano are joined by Allegra from History of Color for a review of She's All That for it's 20th anniversary! They discuss whether the movie holds up and if Zack is really a good guy.

Outro music: Sixpence None the Richer - Kiss Me

Butterfly Effect (2004)

In episode 212, Peter and Mariano are joined by Allegra from History of Color for a review of Butterfly Effect for it's 15th anniversary! They also discuss the complexity of the different timelines and the alternate endings.

Outro music: Oasis - Stop Crying Your Heart Out

Varsity Blues (1999)

In episode 211, Peter and Mariano review Varsity Blues for it's 20th anniversary and discuss the high school football culture and what Mariano thinks about putting food on his body.

Outro music: Foo Fighters - My Hero

Gleaming the Cube (1989)

In episode 210, Peter announces the addition of frequent guest, Mariano, as a regular co-host! The two get into some tangents before getting into a discussion of a Christian Slater classic, Gleaming the Cube, for it's 30th anniversary!

Outro music: Billy Burnette - Brother to Brother

The Night Before (2015)

In episode 209, Peter is joined by returning guest, Mariano of TV Ate My Brain and History of Color, for a review of Jonathan Levine's Christmas comedy The Night Before starring Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Seth Rogen, and Anthony Mackie.

Outro music: Run DMC - Christmas in Hollis

Aquaman (2018)

In episode 208, Peter is joined by friends Phil, Jon and Julianne for an instant review of DC's latest effort Aquaman starring Jason Momoa and Amber Herd. The first 11:15 is non-spoiler and after the break, they get into detailed discussion about everything from costume designs to inspirations from other movies.

Outro music: Skylar Grey - Everything I Need

Creed II (2018)

In episode 207, Peter is joined by Phil for an immediate reaction to Creed II, starring Michael B. Jordan, Sylvestor Stallone, Tessa Thompson, Dolph Lundgren, and Florian Munteanu. They give their thoughts on how the movie follows the first Creed and also Rocky IV!

Outro music: Lil Wayne - Amen

Bohemian Rhapsody (2018)

In episode 206, Peter is joined by returning guest, Karly of Core Temp Arts, for a review of the latest biopic of British rock band Queen! They give their thoughts without spoilers before going into details after a break. 

Queen - Live AID 1985 Full Concert

Outro music: Queen - Bohemian Rhapsody

Halloween (2018)

In episode 205, Peter is joined by returning guest Tom of Jake and Tom Conquer the World for a review of the 2018 Halloween, the direct sequel to John Carpenter's film from 1978. Peter and Tom discuss their initial thoughts of the without spoilers and then get into specifics after the break!

Outro music: John Carpenter - The Shape Returns