Best Rabbit Fighters Podcasts (2025)

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56 - In the Line of Fire - Fleeing John Malkovich 54:17

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The Rabbit Fighters put their tinfoil hats on and travel to 1993, when phones had cords, assassins had newspaper clippings all over their walls, and Presidents were bland and actually interested in governing. Enter Mitch Leary, played by America's Sweetheart, John Malkovich. Mitch was a government assassin until they turned on him, and now he wants…

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IS THIS KEVIN COSTNER'S BEST BASEBALL MOVIE? For The Love Of The Game (1999) 1:00:19

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Play ball! This week on Cocktails & Classics, we step up to the plate with the 1999 baseball drama, "For the Love of the Game," starring Kevin Costner. Join us as we explore Billy Chapel's poignant journey to throw a perfect game while reflecting on his life and loves. We'll discuss the film's blend of sports action and romance, its portrayal of a …

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Is it the Greatest Comedy of All-Time? Monty Python and The Holy Grail (1975) 59:14

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'Tis but a scratch! This week on Cocktails & Classics, we embark on a ridiculous quest with the legendary 1975 comedy, "Monty Python and the Holy Grail." Join us as we laugh our way through King Arthur's absurd journey, killer bunnies, and insulting Frenchmen. We'll dissect the film's unique comedic style, its quotable lines, and its enduring influ…

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The Dads Do Disney: Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs (1937) 53:39

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Hi-ho, hi-ho, it's off to Disney we go! Welcome to "The Dads Do Disney," a new series from Cocktails & Classics! For our inaugural episode, we're diving into the enchanting world of Disney's first animated feature, "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" (1937). Join us as we explore this groundbreaking classic, from its animation innovations to its time…

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The Greatest Heist Scene Ever? Mission: Impossible (1996) 52:44

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Your mission, should you choose to accept it... This week on Cocktails & Classics, we're taking on the original spy thriller masterpiece, "Mission: Impossible" (1996)! Join us as we dissect Brian De Palma's masterful direction, Tom Cruise's iconic performance as Ethan Hunt, and that legendary vault heist. We'll unmask the mole, marvel at the incred…

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Ep175 Q&A Thumb Chords - Song Memory - Rhythm Tips - and Foo Fighters Fretboard Tricks 1:00:14

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In episode 175 of the Guitar Music Theory podcast, I answer listener emails about: Using your thumb to fret the 6th string in barre chords and possible workarounds How to improve your rhythm and memorize songs more effectively The G form barre chord and how it's used in modern playing A theory-based analysis of Foo Fighters’ use of pedal tones in c…

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55 - Real Genius - The Government Gets Its Come-POP-ance 55:56

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The Rabbit Fighters put on their bunny slippers and head over to some random California college where nerds are cool, except for Kent. Kent is a dick. Also a dick? Jerry Hathaway, the dean or something of this mysterious science nerd college. He wants to make a personal space laser that vaporizes people on Earth, and has mobilized his army of geeky…

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Kinky Clone Chaos: Mickey 17 (2025) 1:03:50

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Get ready for a cinematic deep dive! Cocktails & Classics dissects Mickey 17, Bong Joon-ho’s gripping sci-fi thriller starring Robert Pattinson. From dystopian survival themes to mind-bending storytelling, we explore the film’s standout moments, character arcs, and visual brilliance. Grab a drink and join us for theories, laughs, and all things Mic…

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Mel Brooks Madness: The Producers with Shoot The Flick 1:17:49

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It's ‘Springtime for Hitler’ on Cocktails & Classics! This week, we're joined by the hilarious Frankie and Scott from the Shoot The Flick podcast to introduce us to this Mel Brooks' outrageous 1967 masterpiece, "The Producers." Join us as we unravel the comedic genius behind this satirical look at Broadway, bad taste, and toeing the edge of humor. …

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Ep174 Recreating Iconic 80s Tones For Kemper and Helix with Matt Reviere 1:36:47

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In episode 174 of the Guitar Music Theory podcast, I chat with Carrie Underwood guitarist Matt Reviere about recreating classic 80s guitar tones for the Kemper Profiling Amplifier and Line 6 Helix using the new Inspired by the 80s pack from Tone Junkie. We discuss his workflow for analyzing songs, dialing in tones, and jamming on iconic riffs from …

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Cows, Rockstars, and Resistance Fighters: Top Secret! (1984) 1:07:53

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Prepare for silliness! This week on Cocktails & Classics, we're diving deep into the hilarious 1984 Zucker-Abrahams-Zucker masterpiece, "Top Secret!" Join us as we unravel the layers of absurdity, from singing cowboys to underwater bar fights and everything in between. We'll discuss Val Kilmer's comedic brilliance, the film's genius parody of spy m…

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54 - Indiana Jones & The Dial of Destiny - The Only Thing Worse Than Nazis Are American Nazis 59:54

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We here at Rabbit Fighters have been unequivocally Anti-Nazi and decidedly Pro-Nazi-Punching since the early 1930s (and it’s also worth noting that we have been Pro-Indiana Jones since 1912.) So don your best fedora, scrounge through your closet to dust off your bullwhip, yell out the window at those damn hippies to turn that blasted "music" down, …

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Ep173 From Demo to Radio - Inside Music Production with Jason Wyatt Kuhn 1:21:20

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In episode 173 of the Guitar Music Theory podcast, I sit down with Nashville music producer Jason Wyatt Kuhn to talk about the art of recording and producing music. Jason shares his journey from singer and songwriter to becoming a sought-after producer helping both aspiring artists and hobbyist songwriters bring their music to life. We discuss what…

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53 - The Adventures of Baron Munchausen - It's Just A Sweet, Sweet Fantasy, Baby. 57:48

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Terry Gilliam's ambitious and fanciful box office bomb, The Adventures of Baron Munchausen, about an 18th century German Aristocrat who may be A. dead, B. a demi-god, C. insane, D. all three, or E. possibly none of the above, is the topic on this episode of Rabbit Fighters. Can The Baron survive a dance with Venus in the age of #MeToo? Can visual e…

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52 - The Outsiders - A Clockwork Oklahoma 52:55

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The Rabbit Fighters go back to when America was at its most golden: the 1960s! Towns like Tulsa, Oklahoma blossomed with quality schooling, nurturing family life, great employment opportunities, and roving gangs of murder kids who engaged in rain-soaked death match brawls. Wait a minute, Ponyboy...this town isn't golden! WHAT THE F*** IS WRONG WITH…

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Ep172 Q&A playing style - physical limitations - key changes - bar chord techniques - music theory exercises - slowing down music 1:04:30

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In episode 172 of the Guitar Music Theory podcast, I answer listener questions about playing styles, overcoming physical limitations, key changes in songs, barre chord techniques, music theory exercises, slowing down music, and more. Riff Rockers Zoom class details: https://www.guitarmusictheory.com/riff-rockers-zoom-class/ Enroll in a free video c…

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Is This the Best Musical of All-Time?: The Sound of Music (1965) 1:07:46

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The hills are alive! Welcome to the beginning of Musical March, where this month we are taking a look at a genre we don’t tackle often in hopes to see some of the best musicals of all time. This week on Cocktails & Classics, we journey to the Austrian Alps with the beloved 1965 musical, The Sound of Music, which was ranked as the No. 4 Best Musical…

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Nosferatu (2024): Shadows, Seduction & The Drop of Blood 1:02:16

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The shadow returns! This week on Cocktails & Classics, we delve into the chilling world of Robert Eggers' "Nosferatu" (2024). Join us as we explore the film's gothic atmosphere, haunting visuals, and the terrifying return of Count Orlok. We'll discuss the film's blend of classic vampire lore with a modern cinematic approach, the performances, and t…

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Ep171 Q&A Practice Plan-Joe-Bonamassa Rhythm-Take On Me Chords-Numbering Modes-G Chord Fingerings-Best Practice Amp 1:00:53

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In episode 171 of the Guitar Music Theory podcast, I answer listener questions on a variety of guitar topics, including: 🎸 Assessing your guitar practice plan🎸 Joe Bonamassa’s rhythm guitar playing 🎸 Breaking down the key to "Take on Me" by A-ha 🎸 Understanding mode numbering 🎸 Different ways to finger a G chord and which one is best for you 🎸 Choo…

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"Our Most Anticipated Movie of the Year": Longlegs (2024) 1:22:15

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This week on Cocktails & Classics, we delve into the chilling world of "Longlegs," a new horror-thriller starring Nicolas Cage and Maika Monroe. Join us as we dissect the film's unsettling atmosphere, complex characters, and the psychological terror it evokes. We'll discuss the film's unique blend of FBI procedural and supernatural horror, the comp…

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Kieran Culkin Deserves The Oscar: A Real Pain (2024) 1:12:58

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This week on Cocktails & Classics, we delve into the poignant and hilarious "A Real Pain," starring Jesse Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin. "A Real Pain" follows mismatched cousins David (Jesse Eisenberg) and Benji (Kieran Culkin) as they reunite for a tour through Poland to honor their beloved grandmother, but their adventure takes a dark turn when the…

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51 - Thelma & Louise - Outlaws on the Other Side of the Fish Tank 1:01:52

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The Rabbit Fighters hop in their convertible T-Bird and get the hell outta Dodge (or Arkansas) for a wild ride to NOT MEXICO! Two gals head out of their suffocating small-town lives for a little fun and suddenly find they are outlaws after Louise murders Thelma's would-be rapist in a parking lot. They hit the road and realize that they are better o…

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Lynchian Noir Mystery & Hollywood Nightmares: Mulholland Drive (2001) 1:16:25

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Dive into the depths of David Lynch's mind! This week on Cocktails & Classics, we unravel the enigmatic mystery of Mulholland Drive. Join us as we delve into the film's surreal narrative, and explore the themes of Hollywood dreams, identity, and the blurred lines between reality and fantasy. We'll discuss the film's iconic imagery, unforgettable pe…

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Rise of a Real SuperVillain: The Social Network (2010) 1:08:04

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Move fast and break things! This week on Cocktails & Classics, we delve into the rise of Facebook in David Fincher's "The Social Network." Join us as we discuss the film's exploration of friendship, betrayal, and the complexities of the digital age. We'll analyze the film's sharp dialogue, iconic soundtrack, and the impact of social media on our li…

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Ep170 Top Hits of 2024 with Lila 1:28:38

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In episode 170 of the Guitar Music Theory audio podcast, I look back at some of the top songs from 2024 with a very special guest, my 12-year-old daughter, Lila! 🎸 What do you SPECIFICALLY need to do to play guitar better? Answer the questions about your playing at https://www.GuitarMusicTheory.com and get FREE custom video instruction calibrated t…

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Beetlejuice Beetlejuice: The Curse of Pointless Plotlines 1:07:21

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Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice! The mischievous ghost with the most is back, and so are we with an all-new episode diving into the highly anticipated Beetlejuice sequel. Join us as we sip on a spooky cocktail inspired by the movie, explore its place alongside the original, and share our thoughts on the sequel’s plot, cast, and nostalgia fact…

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50 - End-of-the-Year Re-Grades 54:34

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The Rabbit Fighters have had a year. We all have, right? And at the end of the year, we all like to look back and reflect on what’s gone well, what’s gone OK, and what we’ve totally effed up. In our final episode of 2024, we look back at our past movie and album grades and make amends for our snap judgments. What did we rate too high? What did we r…

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The Holdovers (2023): Finding Connection & Holiday Spirit 1:19:35

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Merry Christmas and Happy Holiday to everyone! Find unexpected joy this holiday season with Cocktails & Classics! This episode dives into the heartwarming and poignant "The Holdovers," a film about an unlikely friendship that blossoms between a cynical teacher, a troubled student, and a grieving chef during an unexpected Christmas stay at a prestig…

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49 - Trading Places - If There's Anything Worse Than A Billionaire, It's A Billionaire-Sociologist 56:29

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On this Very Special Episode(TM) of Rabbit Fighters, we find our pals cracking wise about the 1983 John Landis Christmas-(adjacent)-classic, Trading Places: THE FIRST FILM TO BE ADDED TO THE RABBIT FIGHTERS RANDOMIZER 3000! Somehow, Joshua failed to see this holly jolly/racially-and-class-warfare charged buddy comedy when he was 5 years old, starri…

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48 - Tron - A Cinematic Cracked Glowstick 53:50

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The Rabbit Fighters get rotoscoped, forget how to act, and ride their glowcycles back to 1982...when Disney was floundering and desperate to get those hip kids to love them. Jeff Bridges stars as Kevin Flynn/Clu, a software guy who has his ideas stolen by a desk with a British accent. As the only person in the movie who can act, he must jump into a…

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Ep169 Good Christmas Songs to Learn 51:54

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In episode 169 of the Guitar Music Theory podcast, I review some Christmas song guitar lessons I’ve previously posted on YouTube. These lessons feature great Christmas songs to learn, and I’ll break down the nuggets of music theory wisdom each one provides. Topics include passing chords, chord melody, playing in sixths, and more. Join the email lis…

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47 - Midnight Run - Brest is Best at Build-A-Bear 55:59

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The Rabbit Fighters hit the road to examine the frenemy road pic, Midnight Run, which was directed by middle school boy-favorite director Martin Brest. Brest also directed such hits as “Beverly Hills Cop”, “Scent of a Woman”, and “Meet Joe Black,” before the movie “Gigli” made him quit directing forever. Noted comedian Robert DeNiro stars as Jack, …

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46 - Boondock Saints - To Poke A Caveman In The Amygdala 54:35

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PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT - "The Rabbit Fighters would like to wholeheartedly apologize on behalf of the podcast and decent folk everywhere. This movie is all kinds of awful and watching it made us feel icky (Joshua will never be clean again). That said, the Fighters did enjoy ripping on it because in 1000 years (if humanity survives, which, let'…

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45 - I Am Trying To Break Your Heart - With A Chicago Style Side Of "Where Are You, Jay Bennett?" 1:01:01

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This week the Fighters wrestle with the 2002 Sam Jones documentary I Am Trying To Break Your Heart, about the troubled recording of Wilco's seminal album Yankee Hotel Foxtrot but in doing so, find more questions than answers and so also dive into the 2021 Bechard/Uhter documentary Where Are You, Jay Bennett? Was Jay unfairly kicked from the band? W…

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Gladiator (2000): A Cinematic Experience of Rome, Betrayal, and Redemption 1:19:38

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Step into the arena with Cocktails and Classics as we tackle Ridley Scott’s Gladiator! Join us as we explore everything from the brutal battle scenes and iconic quotes to Commodus's sinister rise to power, we explore the cinematic brilliance and timeless appeal of the epic tale of Maximus Decimus Meridius. We'll discuss the film's stunning visuals,…

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44 - Raising Arizona - Dreams, Hayseeds, And Bad Parenting in Reagan's America 58:10

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This week the Rabbit Fighters revisit a dreamworld of magic: Tempe, Arizona! In the 80's! Why, it's the Coen Brothers' second film, Raising Arizona! Its a madcap story about a convict (Nicholas Cage) who falls in love with a cop (Holly Hunter), cleans up his act and marries her, settles down to experience the "salad days", but things quickly spiral…

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43 - Johnny Dangerously - His Name is an Adverb! 49:07

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The Rabbit Fighters travel back in time to NYC's Lower East Side in the 1930s, where a humble Irish delivery boy named Johnny Kelly is about to become New York's most notorious gangster, Johnny Dangerously. Amy Heckerling directs this parody of gangster movies that 2/3rds of the Rabbit Fighters absolutely hate. Michael Keaton is the suave, fast-tal…

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Exorcisms, Men’s Cults, and Found Footage: Late Night With The Devil (2023) 1:08:59

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Join us on the Cocktails & Classics Podcast as we dive into the eerie world of 'Late Night With The Devil.' From the unique documentary setup and pop culture-laden monologue to the fraudulent medium Kristu and skeptical Carmichael, we explore the twists and turns that make this film a potential cult classic. Discover the chilling exorcism scenes an…

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42 - E.T. - A Search for Weed Goes Terribly Wrong 58:04

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The Rabbit Fighters hop on their BMX bikes and pedal past the full moon as they examine this beloved Steven Spielberg movie about a blobby, hammerheaded alien with googly eyes and glowing fingers that fix boo-boos and geraniums. E.T.'s ship lands in Los Angeles to gather California kindbud for their condom garden. When men with jingly keys approach…

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Ep168 Q&A - New Coaching Program - Bass Playing - Playing with Confidence - Running with the Devil - 3/4 vs 6/8 - Cover Band Setlist 1:05:54

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In episode 168 of the Guitar Music Theory podcast, I announce my new coaching program and answer listener questions about bass playing, playing with confidence, the difference between 3/4 and 6/8 time signatures, my old cover band setlist, and the song "Runnin' with the Devil" by Van Halen. Are you ready to invest in a structured coaching program t…

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41 - Shaun of the Dead - Where Were You When Second Wave Zombie Fever Struck? 49:57

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Whether it's "Dead," "Un-Dead," "the Zed-Word," "White Walkers," or "Zombies," back in the mid to late aughts you couldn't swing a dead cat without hitting some sort of media that featured societal collapse at the hands of these brain eaters. And the 2004 Edgar Wright comedy horror film Shaun of The Dead had a lot to do with that. This Halloween We…

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“A Cult Classic in the Making”: I Saw The TV Glow (2024) 55:26

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Dive into the chilling world of 'I Saw the TV Glow,' the groundbreaking 2024 Trans Horror film, with the Cocktails & Classics Podcast. Join us as we dissect the movie's plot, themes, and unique contribution to the horror genre. Learn about the film's trans representation, its impact on audiences, and enjoy our crafted cocktail inspired by the movie…

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40 - UHF - A Podcast Divided Cannot Find The Marble In The Oatmeal 59:08

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Never before has a pick proved so divisive to the Rabbit Fighters as "Weird" Al Yankovic's 1989 absurdist opus "UHF." Filmed entirely in Tulsa, Oklahoma and filled to the brim with Weird Al's brand of pop culture parody and inanity, the Rabbit Fighters find themselves debating this time capsule of a film. Will Brian try a Twinkie Weiner Sandwich(TM…

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39 - A Playlist for Killing Sharks (Desert Island Jukebox) 1:12:43

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In today's episode we hit the eject button on our regularly scheduled programming to bring you a state-sponsored experiment entitled “Desertion and the Psychological Effects of Music.” Liability waivers have been forged, beneficiaries replaced and blindfolds distributed as the gang is whisked away in their respective ornithopters towards the deep d…

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38 - American Fiction: Johnny Walker Blues 52:18

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The Rabbit Fighters dive into this Cord Jefferson-directed adaptation of the 2001 novel Erasure, by Percival Everett. American Fiction follows a frustrated African-American novelist-professor Thelonious "Monk" Ellison. While his novels receive academic praise, they sell poorly, and publishers reject his latest manuscript for not being "Black enough…

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37 - Bull Durham: The Rose Goes in the Front, Big Guy 53:35

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What happened to The Bad News Bears? Welllll, we decided to throw Old Uncle Charley at ya and watched this slightly less old Ron Shelton pic about adult men playing a kids' game, and the ladies who love them. So snap on your garter belts, breathe through your eyelids, tap that voodoo charm on your bats, and follow the Rabbit Fighters as we discuss …

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36 - The Thermals - Effin' A & The Body, The Blood, The Machine 47:06

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The Thermals were one of those bands that if you got to experience them while they were making music you felt like you were a part of something special. This week the Rabbit Fighters delve into not one, but two of their albums: Their sophomore release, 2004's "Effin' A" (it's not really called that but we're afraid that if we put the full expletive…

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35 - Escape From New York - We're Back! ... in New York 56:21

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We’re back, baby! The RF gang is locked and loaded for the back half of Season 2. Armed with new episodes, repartee, random rating scales and a low listener count, The Fighters soldier on into the cultural unknown. Join us this week as we cram into the red egg escape pod and jettison ourselves towards the prison island of Manhattan. Now a dystopian…

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The Doof Warrior Took My Virginity: Mad Max: Fury Road (2015) 1:21:06

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Welcome to Cocktails and Classics! This week, we explore Mad Max: Fury Road, one of the most exciting action-adventure films of the past decade. We break down its fast-paced, relentless action, iconic moments like “Witness me!” and the flaming guitar, and discuss the deeper themes of survival, feminism, and morality in a post-apocalyptic world. You…

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IS THE SEQUEL BETTER?: The Godfather Part II (1974) 1:24:24

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The Corleones return! This week on Cocktails & Classics, we delve into the epic sequel, The Godfather Part II. Join us as we explore the rise of young Vito Corleone and the chilling descent of Michael Corleone into darkness. We'll discuss the film's masterful parallel timelines, the themes of legacy and corruption, and Al Pacino's unforgettable per…