Best BFOP Network Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 325: Cartoon 1st - Mighty Ducks (1996) 49:57

4d ago49:57

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This week it's another edition of Cartoon 1st, and we're checking out Mighty Ducks The Animated Series! The show follows a team of anthropomorphic hockey-playing ducks from another dimension who need to battle the forces of evil that destroyed their home planet. The Mighty Ducks is a great mix of action, humor, and sci-fi adventure that will leave …

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Episode 324: The Thing: Climate of Fear (1992) 54:00

11d ago54:00

54:00

This week we're checking out Volume 2 of The Thing comic books! In this Volume R.J. MacReady is rescued from Antarctica and taken to an Argentine base, unknowingly bringing the alien creature with him. As the Thing begins to infect and assimilate the base’s personnel, paranoia and chaos spread. It's another great adventure based in the world of The…

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Episode 323: The Toxic Avenger (1984) 53:28

18d ago53:28

53:28

Evil doers everywhere have something to be worried about, now that Melvin Furd has fallen into a vat of toxic waste. He's been transformed into the monstrous hero and vigilante The Toxic Avenger! He's out for justice and not afraid to get his hands dirty. Tune in for our review of this gem that has somehow evaded us our entire lives. Hope you enjoy…

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Episode 322: Alien Redux 56:23

25d ago56:23

56:23

This week in another instalment of our 2025 theme "Redux", you know it, you love it, it's Dean's favorite movie, we're redoing Alien! After investigating a mysterious transmission of unknown origin, the crew of a commercial spacecraft encounters a deadly lifeform and that's where the fun begins! Tune in for our thoughts on what makes this movie a t…

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Episode 321: Wolverine Volume 2 - Issues 33 and 34 45:31

1M ago45:31

45:31

This week we're jumping into the deep end with a couple of killer Wolverine comics! Tune in to learn a bit about the series, our history with the comic, and why we chose these 2 issues in specific. Hope you enjoy this review of some Wolverine action! If you'd like to unlock bonus episodes from Talking Back every month, then check out our page on Pa…

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Episode 320: Cartoon 1st - Bionic Six (1987) 51:44

1M ago51:44

51:44

Get your bionic ears ready because you'll need them as we check out episode 1 of Bionic Six! In this show a family of machine-enhanced human beings, each possessing unique powers, battles the forces of evil! Not just any evil, some of the most interesting and strange evil you can find. Hope you enjoy this review of Bionic Six! If you'd like to unlo…

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Episode 319: Revenge of the Ninja (1983) 57:50

2M ago57:50

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This week we're checking out a Ninja movie because we miss them! Yes it's been a while since our Year of the Ninja and it's time to bring one back. Today we're checking out Revenge of the Ninja where a Japanese gallery owner denies his violent ninja heritage until American drug traffickers kidnap his young son, then he suits up and goes ape shit. W…

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Episode 318: Batman: The Killing Joke (1988) 1:02:33

2M ago1:02:33

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Today we're checking out an all time classic Batman story with "The Killing Joke"! As Batman hunts for the escaped Joker, the Clown Prince of Crime attacks the Gordon family to prove a diabolical point mirroring his own fall into madness. Join us for this unique look at the relationship between Batman and the Joker who are similar in many ways yet …

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Episode 317: Superman 3 Redux 1:03:10

2M ago1:03:10

1:03:10

It's the first monday of the month which means it's time for another Talking Back Redux ep, today we're circling back to 1983's Superman 3! Many fans of the series complained that with Superman 3 there was too much emphasis on comedy, the villains were too weak, and Christopher Reeve essentially played second fiddle to Richard Pryor. In our opinion…

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Episode 316: Cartoon 1st - Spider-Man (1994) 1:01:30

2M ago1:01:30

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This week it's another edition of Cartoon 1st and we're heading to the 90s for Spider-Man! A giant lizard has been spotted in the subways and Jameson is willing to pay $1,000 to the photographer who gets the creature on film. Peter turns to his college professor, Dr. Curt Connors, for answers. But not the answers he expects. Hope you enjoy this epi…

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Episode 315: Arena (1989) 51:40

2M ago51:40

51:40

This week we welcome you to join us in the Arena! In a huge space arena, fighters from all over the galaxy come to battle each other in hopes of claiming victory. While most warriors are of various alien species, Hunky Steve Armstrong is a rarity - he's a human. What could possibly go wrong? Hope you enjoy this episode! If you'd like to unlock bonu…

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Episode 314: Big Trouble In Little China Issues #1 - 4 (2014) 58:59

3M ago58:59

58:59

Today we're doing one more thing with Big Trouble before saying goodbye for a while and that's reviewing the first volume of the comic book series! We had high hopes for this comic when it came out, tune in to find out if it shook the pillars of hell or if we skinned it alive and cast it into the pit of boiling oil! Either way it should be fun. We …

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Episode 313: Big Trouble In Little China Redux 1:04:23

3M ago1:04:23

1:04:23

The fist Monday of the month always comes with a theme, our theme for 2025 is "Redux", where we go back and re-do an episodes from our past. Today we're going back and giving Big Trouble In Little China another trip around the Talking Back studio! This was a pretty easy choice for us so tune in to hear all about it! We hope you enjoy! If you'd like…

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Episode 312: Cartoon 1st - The Incredible Hulk 54:18

3M ago54:18

54:18

This week on another edition of Cartoon 1st we're checking out The Incredible Hulk! What happens when the suns radiation causes Bruce Banner to change into the Hulk without provocation? Sheer chaos! Throw in a spicy chef and Doctor Octopus and you've got the makings of one great cartoon! We hope you enjoy this Cartoon 1st! If you'd like to unlock b…

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Episode 311: Video & Arcade Top 10 (1991) 48:36

3M ago48:36

48:36

This week we're checking out one of our favourite kids gameshows from the 90s with Video & Arcade Top 10! This show was oozing with video game goodness, from multiple games played on air, to new video game reviews, to all the latest tips and tricks this show had it all! Throw in some music and movie reviews, fun hosts, and non stop energy, Video & …

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Episode 310: Assault on Precinct 13 (1976) 55:10

4M ago55:10

55:10

This week we're covering Assault on Precinct 13! We love John Carpenter and we're going back to his early days to take a look at this action thriller. We have a blast discussing the iconic moments and how it's oozing with Carpenter goodness. We hope you enjoy! If you'd like to unlock bonus episodes from Talking Back every month, then check out our …

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Episode 309: Space Punisher (2025 Redux) 51:59

4M ago51:59

51:59

This week it's time to announce out theme for 2025, we're calling it Talking Back Redux! Tune in for the full explanation but the short form is that we'll be revisiting some of our favourite episodes from the past and giving them a second go. For this episode we're going back to where it all began, way back to episode 1 with a fantastic tale of The…

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Episode 308: Ghostbusters 2 (1989) 48:59

4M ago48:59

48:59

It's the end of the year and we've decided to go out by busting some ghosts! In Ghostbusters 2, the crew have been sued and put out of business after the destruction caused during their battle with Gozer. A new paranormal threat emerges and the Ghostbusters reunite in an attempt to save the world. And that sounds good to us! We hope you enjoy our r…

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Episode 307: Cartoon 1st - Doug 1:02:22

4M ago1:02:22

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This week on Cartoon 1st we're checking out the Nickelodeon trailblazing animation, Doug! In the first part of the episode, Doug is excited about going to his first school costume dance, and having the opportunity to dance with his dream girl, Patti. But Doug's excitement soon fades when Roger reminds him that he has no dancing talent, so Doug goes…

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Episode 306: The Things Comics 57:31

5M ago57:31

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This week we're checking out a couple comics from The Thing Universe! First we'll check out The Northman Nightmare, a comic from 2011 which examines the earliest origins of The Thing dating back to the Viking in 1121. We'll follow that up with the original Thing Comic from 1991 which is a 2 issue direct sequel to John Carpenters 1982 film. We love …

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Episode 305: Gang Related (1997) 54:08

5M ago54:08

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This week we're checking out a lesser known movie from the 90s that punches above it's weight. It's the action/crime/drama Gang Related! The set up for the movie is that after murdering an undercover DEA agent, two corrupt cops scramble to cover up what they've done. What makes this movie so great is all the fun things the movie decides to do after…

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Episode 304: Primer (2004) 1:05:59

5M ago1:05:59

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This week it's the final movie in our year of Time Travel and we go out with a bang as we review Primer! Primer is absolutely bonkers, it's a perfect way to cap off the year. Is that smoke? Yes, and it's coming out of our ears because this is a true brain melter. Tune in and listen to us try to discuss what went on in this movie. We think we unders…

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Episode 303: Cartoon 1st - M.A.S.K. 47:50

5M ago47:50

47:50

This week on another edition of Cartoon 1st the Mobile Armored Strike Kommand is assembling once again to fight the evil forces of VENOM in 1985's vehicle inspired cartoon M.A.S.K.! M.A.S.K. is one of the more memorable cartoon franchises from the 80s delivering a fun, adventurous, and hi-tech vibe with both the cartoon and the toys. Join us as we …

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Episode 302: 300 (2006) 1:02:26

5M ago1:02:26

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This week on Talking Back few stand against many in Zack Snyder's 300! In Snyder's second ever film he drops a massively successful, extremely stylized, and very polarizing film. Whether you like his style or not, Snyder has shown he can make some very compelling films. Join us as we walk through 300 and chat about the hits and misses. Please tell …

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Episode 301: TMNT 3 - Turtles In Time (1993) 1:07:52

6M ago1:07:52

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This week it's another entry in our Year of Time Travel as we see how the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles do with a blast to the past! Join us and our special guest Tony as we discuss the goods, bad's, and ugly's of this film. How does the movie deal with Time Travel? How will the Ninja Turtles react to travelling through time? Why didn't the movie do…

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Episode 300: Clip Show Celebration 3:21:26

6M ago3:21:26

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This week we're celebrating our 300th episode the way we like to celebrate all of our century episodes, that's with a clip show! Dean has gone back and selected his favourite clips from episodes 201 - 299 and put them together in one oversized episode of Talking Back! A special thank you to our long time listeners for sticking with us through the y…

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Episode 299: Tales From The Crypt (Issues 29-31) 1:03:21

6M ago1:03:21

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This week we continue our October tradition of reviewing blood curdling issues of Tales From The Crypt from the 1950! We always have a blast digging through the creepy ideas these comics play with. From invisible revenge, to rotting flesh, to payback from beyond the grave Tales From The Crypt always delivers on the October vibes. Tune in for our re…

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Episode 298: Cartoon 1st - Gargoyles 53:41

6M ago53:41

53:41

This week on another edition of Cartoon 1st things get a bit scary as we cover Disney's Gargoyles! What will happen when a clan of heroic night creatures pledge to protect New York City same as they did in Scotland one thousand years earlier? Tune in to find out! Please tell your friends about Talking Back and we hope you enjoy! If you'd like to un…

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Episode 297: The Crow (1994) 1:04:05

7M ago1:04:05

1:04:05

This week we're covering a classic comic to film adaptation with The Crow! This classic tale of revenge has some of the most unruly bad guys you'll ever see. The film has a great story, great acting, and a strong message that will leave you feeling moved when it's all said and done. Tune in for our thoughts and review of the film. Please tell your …

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Episode 296: Happy Death Day (2017) 1:04:44

7M ago1:04:44

1:04:44

Time Travel meets Horror, in our opening to a month full of scares and scars as we cover Happy Death Day! This movie tells the story of a college student who must relive the day of her murder over and over again, in a loop that will end only when she discovers her killer's identity. If that sounds like fun it is. Tune in now for this killer crossov…

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Episode 295: The Burbs (1989) 54:23

7M ago54:23

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This week an overstressed suburbanite and his neighbors are convinced that the new family on the block is part of a murderous Satanic cult as we check out The Burbs! Join us in our reaction and discussion of this cult classic, that's full of incredible performances! Please tell your friends about Talking Back and we hope you enjoy! If you'd like to…

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Episode 294: Aliens: What If...? (2024) 1:13:03

7M ago1:13:03

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This week we're checking out a new comic series from Marvel who've decided to refresh the What If property as they offer up a 5 issues mini series titled Aliens: What If...?! Joining for this discussion is a Talking Back regular and Aliens super genius, Corey Stevenson! Tune in as we review the story, chat What If, and in general gush over the Alie…

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Episode 293: Cartoon 1st - Ducktales 41:43

8M ago41:43

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This week it's another instalment of Cartoon 1st and we're heading to the land where the people are Ducks and you can swim in a vault of gold coins, that's right it's DuckTales! DuckTales is one of the first big budget animated TV shows and while it cost a fortune it was worth every penny. The show is a wonderful adventure that will work equally fo…

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Episode 292: Rambo Last Blood (2019) 56:06

8M ago56:06

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This week we finish off the Rambo franchise with Last Blood! We've been having a blast with our first time watch of the Rambo franchise and we've come to the final chapter. What's going to happen when things get personal between Rambo and an unsavoury group of Mexicans? Well you can probably guess what. Tune in for our chat about the movie and how …

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Episode 291: Donnie Darko (2001) 1:15:02

8M ago1:15:02

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It's Time Travel time again, this time we're swept away back to 2001 and the indie classic Donnie Darko! Donnie Darko is one of the more complex time travel movies we've reviewed as there's a lot left for interpretation. Join us as we discuss the film, share our thoughts and theories, and dip into what's most likely the correct way to interpret the…

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Episode 290: What Remains of Edith Finch (2017) 1:23:23

8M ago1:23:23

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This week we're getting back into video games with a true masterpiece, What Remains of Edith Finch! We needed help with this one so we sent the Talking Back logo high into the sky and our call for help was answered by returning guest Tony! Tony helps us dig into this game that tells a collection of strange tales of tragic occurrences that plagued t…

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Episode 289: Cartoon 1st - Reboot 55:48

9M ago55:48

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This week it's another instalment of Cartoon 1st! This time we're heading to the 90s and checking out the very first 3D animated network show Reboot! Reboot tells the story of the inner computer world of Mainframe, and how a guardian program sprite and his friends defend the system from threats of viruses and the mysterious User. We hope you enjoy …

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Episode 288: The Beach (2000) 1:09:44

9M ago1:09:44

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This week we're settling into summer with a movie about a beach! Not just any beach but THE Beach. Robert Carlyle told us how to get there and we trust him. So tune in for our review and reaction to one of Leo's lesser known roles that still packs a punch! Please tell your friends about us and we hope you enjoy! If you'd like to unlock bonus episod…

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Episode 287: Time Lapse (2014) 1:06:40

9M ago1:06:40

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Continuing on with our review of Time Travel movies, we've hit our 8th entry, an indie film from 2014 titled Time Lapse! Time Lapse hits us with one of the coolest time travel ideas so far, a camera that can take pictures of the future. What could go wrong with that type of technology right?! Tune in for our review and breakdown of the movie, we'll…

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Episode 286: Six-String Samurai (1998) 57:49

9M ago57:49

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This week we're slashing our way down that ole dusty road with a film we think you should watch called Six-String Samurai! For a movie we'd never heard of, it was surprisingly jam packed with action, adventure, fun music, a good story, beautiful scenery, a unique style and tons of heart. Tune in to hear how we came across this film, why the many di…

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Episode 285: Rambo (2008) 53:30

9M ago53:30

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This week we continue through the Rambo franchise with the 4th instalment...Rambo! What happens when Rambo teams up with a group of mercenaries to rescue Christian aid workers kidnapped by the ruthless local infantry unit? Tune in now for our review and reaction! Please tell your friends about us and we hope you enjoy! If you'd like to unlock bonus…

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Episode 284: Cartoon 1st - Visionaries 45:05

10M ago45:05

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This week on another episode of Cartoon 1st we're checking out Visionaries! Join us as we travel to the planet of Prysmos, a futuristic society where all technology suddenly ceases to function, its citizens forced to rely on ancient magic to survive. What could go wrong? Tune in now for our reveiw! Please tell your friends about us and we hope you …

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Episode 283: Deathstalker 2 (1987) 53:41

10M ago53:41

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This week we're checking out Deathstalker 2! After taking in the extraordinary and unforgettable first film we were unsure if going on was the right decision, but as it turns out it was definitely the right call. Join us as we walk through the wonky adventures of Deathstalker as he attempts to help a princess in distress regain her kingdom from an …

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Episode 282: Edge of Tomorrow (2014) 1:00:16

10M ago1:00:16

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The first Monday of the month means it's for another Time Travel episode and this month we're covering Edge of Tomorrow! Tom Cruise and Emily Blunt put in some powerhouse performances as they need to relive the same day over and over in an attempt to save the world from an alien invasion. If that sounds good that's because it is! This movie is an a…

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Episode 281: Saga of the Swamp Thing Book One (1984) 49:36

10M ago49:36

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This week we're digging into the beginning of Alan Moore's renowned run on the Swamp Thing as we review the first 8 issues as collected in Saga of the Swamp Thing Book 1! We reviewed the movies and they got us excited for the comics so here we go. Join us as we check out some of the best Swamp Thing comics in existence! Hope you enjoy! If you'd lik…

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Episode 280: Cartoon 1st - Xmen The Animated Series 48:42

11M ago48:42

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This week it's another 1st episode from a cartoon from our past, and we're heading to the 90s for some Mutant action with Xmen: The Animated Series! Join us as we check out the start of this series where the X-Men come into conflict with human conspirators building Sentinel robots to kill mutants. What will the Xmen do? Tune in to find out! Please …

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Episode 279: The Return of Swamp Thing (1989) 53:18

11M ago53:18

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This week The Swamp Thing's back with a sequel and we couldn't be happier! The pure campy joy that this movie provides is hard to describe in words, you need to experience it for yourself. We definitely recommend checking out this B-Level classic! If you decide not to watch then tune in to our latest episode to hear about all the best moments from …

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Episode 278: Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure (1989) 49:45

11M ago49:45

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More Time Travel action this week as we kick off the Summer months with Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure! This movie tells the story of two rock-'n-rolling teens, on the verge of failing their class, who set out on a quest to make the ultimate school history report after being presented with a time machine. Tune in for our review, and to find out…

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Episode 277: Rambo 3 (1988) 1:08:03

11M ago1:08:03

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This week we're reviewing the 3rd movie in the Rambo franchise aptly named Rambo 3. This time Colonel Trautman goes on a mission and screws everything up so Rambo once again has to save the day. What weapons will Rambo choose? How many explosions will there be? How will he save his friend? All these important questions will be answered. Tune in for…

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Episode 276: Cartoon 1st - He-Man & The Masters Of The Universe 42:10

12M ago42:10

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This week it's another Cartoon 1st as we're checking out the first episode from He-Man & The Masters of the Universe - The Diamond Ray of Disappearance! The most powerful man in the universe, He-Man, goes against the evil forces of Skeletor to save the planet Eternia and to protect the secrets of Castle Grayskull. Tune in for our full review and br…

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