The Goods: A Film Podcast
Brian and Dan revisit films both famous and forgotten, then ask the all-important question: Is It Good?
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Wednesday Jan 11, 2023
Wednesday Jan 11, 2023
Dan and Brian follow up their conversation about Used Cars with a breakdown of their top 5 Robert Zemeckis films, including some honorable mentions. Join as they talk through the classics of one of the great populist filmmakers of the past half century.
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Thursday Jan 05, 2023
Thursday Jan 05, 2023
Dan and Brian consider the filmography of Robert Zemeckis by first taking a close look at his second film, the cult hit comedy Used Cars from 1980. Join as Dan and Brian consider their relationship with Zemeckis's movies, the unscrupulous heroes of Used Cars, and the baffling early hints of spectacle and showmanship on display.
Tune in soon to hear the complementary episode, a ranking of Robert Zemeckis's top 5 films!
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Friday Dec 30, 2022
Friday Dec 30, 2022
Ring in the new year with The Goods! Join Dan and Brian as they take a look at four different New Year's media: a Sesame Street special, a comedy sketch popular in Germany, an episode of The OC, and a diaristic podcast episode. Then they ask: Is 2022 good?
A countdown to 2023 hits zero at 1:49:34. Click play at 10:10:26 PM on 12/31 to start your year on a Good note! Happy New Year from Brian and Dan!
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Wednesday Dec 21, 2022
Wednesday Dec 21, 2022
When it gets cold outside, we revisit the things that bring us comfort. For Dan, that is a John Green Christmas novella. Join as he and Brian discuss comfort media and review the ensemble teen romance adaptation of Let it Snow, a Netflix original. Topics include a discussion of what makes the "Dan-iest Dan movie," a roast of the stupidity of Love Actually, and a new year on the horizon.
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Wednesday Dec 14, 2022
Wednesday Dec 14, 2022
Dan and Brian consider Sesame Street, including their own history with the beloved children's show, before discussing two holiday specials: the warm-hearted Christmas Even on Sesame Street, and the unhinged Elmo Saves Christmas. Join as they parse through their many thoughts on Elmo's bizarre, hellish predicaments, the weird Snuffy-Big Bird vibes, and the many bops in both specials.
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Wednesday Dec 07, 2022
Wednesday Dec 07, 2022
Oh boy, what isn't Anna and the Apocalypse? This 2017 Scottish film hits a lot of checks for the kind of movies Dan and Brian enjoy -- Christmas movie, zombie movie, musical, teen drama, comedy. So does it fulfill its potential?
Join as Dan and Brian discuss the film, its production and influences, some personal connections, and the genres it best exemplifies. Dan takes a deep dive on the Blu-ray special features, while Brian celebrates one particular musical number.
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Wednesday Nov 30, 2022
Wednesday Nov 30, 2022
Come in and know us better! In the third outing of The Goods' annual tradition, Dan and Brian survey four adaptations of Dickens' beloved A Christmas Carol. This year, the theme is animated adaptations of pre-existing IP franchises:
Mickey's Christmas Carol (1983)
A Flintstones Christmas Carol (1994)
Bah, Humduck! A Looney Tunes Christmas (2006)
Barbie in a Christmas Carol (2008)
Join as they "reflect upon their current blessings" and ponder some of the quirks and innovations of each adaptation to get in the holiday spirit.
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Wednesday Nov 23, 2022
Wednesday Nov 23, 2022
Dan and Brian complete their countdown of their 100 favorite films by discussing the 25 at the top of their lists. There are some no-brainers and some genuine surprises. Some old friends and some newcomers. Join The Goods hosts as they gush over their favorite movies. Of all time. This is not a drill!
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