Ed and Scott spend an episode talking about the reassuring presence of actor Tom Hanks, a man who has made a career out of playing a "decent guy." They discuss two examples of his filmography, 1990's Joe Versus the Volcano, an amusing fable starring Hanks and Meg Ryan, and also 2020's Greyhound, where Hanks plays an inexperienced American Naval captain attempting a treacherous ocean crossing during WWII's Battle of the Atlantic. Of course, they delve deeper into his career, from TV's Bosom Buddies and early comedies (i.e. The Bachelor Party) to his transition to dramas like Philadelphia and Castaway and, in recent years, reassuring stories like Sully, Captain Philips, and A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood.   

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The Tom Hanks episode!

Ed and Scott talk about the new Bill and Ted film and then we discuss Scott Pilgrim, sing the praises of Edgar Wright and go through some related films, shows and news. Strap in folks!

Bill and Ted, and Scott Pilgrim and Edgar Wright

Ed Scott and I are back with discussion of some of our favorite artists and their mid career transitions. We look at some new interesting streaming pieces like Umbrella Academy, The Boys, What We Do in the Shadows, Bad Education with Hugh Jackman and anticipate HBOs upcoming Lovecraft Country. Come join us!

The Umbrella Academy, What We Do in the Shadows and things we like about Hugh Jackman, with Scott and Ed

Discussion of some of the great Paul Thomas Anderson’s films (Boogie Nights, Punch Drunk Love, The Master, Inherent Vice) plus the new The Old Guard with Charlize Theron and Palm Springs with Andy Samberg. 

Paul Thomas Anderson films plus Palm Springs and The Old Guard, featuring musical guest Fernando Diez

Today we talk to Scott Curtis about his Behind the Bits podcast and dissect some films and shows we are watching, some of the stand up entertainment specials and a favorite from the WW I/Spanish flu era, the film “Awakenings.” And we talk about our brushes with fame including a long lunch with Charlie Kaufman. 

Movies and shows about stand-up comedy and music with Behind the Bits’ Scott Curtis

Lets spend a few minutes on Netwprk, the film written by the legendary Paddy Chayefsky. Health expert Dr. Marina Khubesrian joins us to talk about Covid and the next steps as many areas are now prolonging of the lock down, including in Los Angeles county. Plus some time with Matt Carless to talk about his latest musical release.

We’re back in lockdown with Scott Moe and Ed Donnelly, musical guest Matt Carless

Today we have our guests Ed Donnelly, Scott Moe, and I talking about Sam fearsome but interesting movies and shows that look at how society behaves in apocalyptic circumstances. We are all so very lucky to have a new release by Caitlin Eadie and we will discuss her new release “Rise Up” with her.Join us for today’s full special episode

Apocalypse Movies Now with Scott Moe and Ed Donnelly. Musical guest Caitlin Eadie

Today we have special guest Scott Moe from the Thoroughly Thursday to talk about interesting streaming programming and then Donnie and I look at Stanley Kubricks fils. Keith Pudchock latest from KP EP is featured.  https://open.spotify.com/album/45qszHQOvnGrdSifDi8hs5?si=K7C6IM0gReSVPTcjfe5smgScott’s blog is at https://scottdavidmoe.com/thoroughlythursday

From Russian Doll with love, plus Stanley Kubrick featuring Scott Moe. Musical guest Keith Plutarch

Today we cover the Alien series (the core 4) and its two prequels (Prometheus and Covenant) and some more questions about Covid 19. We also hear from local hero Ed Donnelly’s band “LA Detroiters.”https://theladetroiters.bandcamp.com/track/afraid-of-detroit

Alien and it’s sequels and prequels with LA Detroiters

Come on, come all because cult favorite Tim Heidecker has a great film that is now streaming.Lets also talk about Covid precautions Donnie Brad and I welcome Poppa’s Kitchen!Join us for our latest show.

Mr. America, and more updates on Covid 19 with Brad Colerick and Poppa’s Kitchen

Lets go over some Covid19 facts and some discussion of Buster Skiggs and the Coen brothers before a little blue grass breakdown with Brad Colerick enjoying Joe Crookston “Red Rooster in the Mash Pile.”  We also pay tribute to pedal steel player Tim Fleming. 

The Ballad of Buster Skuggs plus discussion of Covid 19 with Brad Colerick

We answer a few more listener questions, then Donnie and I cover some familiar ground with a discussion of Westworld and author Tom Perrotta as Brad sings his excellent Crazy for Hollywood to close the show. Brad’s catalog is at www.bradcolerick.com

Covid 19 update and discussion of Westworld/the Leftovers with Brad Colerick

Today we talk about social distancing and what to do for routine medical care with one of our local experts, and then recommendations for best movies and shows about doctors and hospitals. Now indoors, many like Ed and Donnie have a chance to watch sci fi and other programming and there is a discussion of The Mandalorian and Picard.

A discussion of Covid 19 and The Mandalorian with Dr. Michael Deaver and Ed Donnelly

A frank consideration and discussion of all things Jesse. But before that, Donnie and I talk about viral contagion thrillers. Lastly is Grumble, an “Inside the Music” style examination of Grondle the band. Catch the new Grondle EP Dark Side of the Mark at https://open.spotify.com/album/403o945TMyrK1SkWpNo1LV?si=jW45FbhsQ-qSv9LAYfuWSQ or at Grondle webpage, https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/grondle/all-at-sea-2

Jesse Eisenberg Confidential

Join use as we talk about McMillions, Three Identical Strangers and other favorites with guest Brett McGillicuddy. 

Documentaries Now! with Brett McGillicuddy

Daily (or weekly...who am I kidding?) discussion of films, current events, health and wellness with songs by our house band, Grondle.

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