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The Secret of Nimh with Schlock and Awe's host Lindsay Wilkins

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 01:04:03 GMT

On this latest episode of Reel Early I invited on the host of Schlock and Awe, and past guest on the program, Lindsay Wilkins to talk about one of my favorite childhood movies, 1982's The Secret of Nimh. We discuss all facets of the film including the voice over actors, the dense plot and so much more. Check it out.

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Outlaw Vern, Author and movie reviewer

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 01:55:33 GMT

On this very special episode I"m joined by Outlaw Vern. Vern is an author and novelist best known for the Steven Seagal book, "Seagology: A Study of the Ass-Kicking Films of Steven Seagal." Amongst the topics we discuss is growing up in the Seattle area, working at a movie theater, the process of writing a movie review and so much more. You might even learn something about Vern he's never shared before. All that and so much more on this episode of Reel Early.

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Halloween Hangout With Rachael

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 04:20:06 GMT

On this special Halloween episode of Reel Early I'm joined by my friend Rachael as we have a great time talking about Halloween traditions, the horror movies her father introduced her to and her journey of becoming a huge movie fan. All this and so much more on this Halloween Hangout edition of Reel Early.

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Dan Grima, host of the Blind Spots Podcast

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 14:21:22 GMT

On this episode I"m joined by the host of the Blind Spots Podcast, Dan Grima, as we talk about growing up in the UK, how everybody in his family loves horror and how his Grandma was who influenced his love of cinema the most. All this and more on the latest episode of Reel Early.

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Woovember 8 Preview Episode with programmer Ole Lorenzen

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 16:00:57 GMT

On this episode I'm joined by friend and Woovember action movie challenge programmer Ole Lorenzen. We go through all 30 movies we plan to watch this November to celebreate the history of action cinema. Click the link to the official letterboxd page to learn more and join in on the fun.

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Big Bad Film Festival co-creaters Patrick Young and Powell Robinson

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 00:14:55 GMT

Today's episode I'm joined by Patrick Young and Powell Robinson to talk about the upcoming Big Bad Film Festival which is held August 23 to 25 in Glendale, California and celebrates action cinema from around the world.

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Carmelita Valdez McKoy talks Pee Wee and Roger Rabbit

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 03:34:05 GMT

Returning guest Carmelita Valdez McKoy joins me to discuss two 80 family(ish) comedies Pee Wee's Big Adventure and Who Framed Roger Rabbit. We also discuss what movies we've been watching lately, wondering how kids today would like these two films and so much more. Check it out!

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Brandon Streussnig - Writer, Vulture Stunt Awards

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 13:59:28 GMT

On today's show I'm joined by Brandon Streussnig, a film writer and one of the driving forces behind Vulture.com's Stunt Awards. We discuss how his father was the reason why he got into movies, his journey from going to school to be a filmmaker to finding out his strength as writer and how his palette towards movies have changed over the years. A great episode so check it out.

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David Denoyer - Do You Even Movie? co-host and Welcome to Primetime co-Author

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 15:30:31 GMT

On this episode I'm joined by the co-host of Do You Even Movie? and the co-author of the book Welcome to Primetime - The Unnoficial Guide to Freddy's Nightmares (of which he co-hosted the companion podcast). We discuss growing up in small town Ohio, the various adults who instilled his love of movies at an early age and so much more. A great episode so check it out.

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Dirk Marshall, host of VH US Podcast and maker of delicious hot sauces

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 15:39:23 GMT

On today's show I'm joined by the host of the VH US Podcast and co-owner of Marshall's Haute Sauce as we talk a wide range of topics including the hot sauce business, growing up in a video store, discovering music, his world-famous Saturday movie stack and so much more. A great episode so please check it out.

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Preston Mitchell

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 16:00:13 GMT

I'm joined by friend and frequent podcast guest on other shows, Preston Mitchell, as we talk about how his mother, brother and teacher all helped him become the great movie fan he is today. We also discuss some of his movie discoveries, how he arranges his physical media and so much. A great show as always so check it out.

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Scott Drebit - Author of A Cut Below - A Celebration of B Horror Movies

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 18:00:00 GMT

On this episode I talk with Scott Drebit, the author of the book A Cut Below: A Celebration of B Horror Movies 1960s to 1980s. We talk all about his book but we also discuss growing up in Jamaica and the Bahamaas as a kid, all the horrror movies he has watched and so much more. Another great episode so check it out.

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Fred Topel - Entertainment Writer

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 00:51:54 GMT

This episode I'm joined by entertainment writer Fred Topel to discuss tips on how to break into the business of writing about This episode I'm joined by entertainment writer Fred Topel to discuss tips on how to break into the business of writing about entertainment. We also talk about growing up in Maryland, working at a movie theater and some of his Christmas movie traditions. All that and more. Please listen and tap that 5 star button while you're at it. .

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Paul Fontaine - Podcaster

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 18:40:16 GMT

On this week's episode I talk with podcaster Paul Fontaine about movies, friendship, and how he is still scared of the film Burnt Offerings. All this and more on the latest episode of Reel Early.

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Heather Wixson - Author

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 17:00:28 GMT

On today's episode I"m joined by author Heather Wixson. We discuss growing up in the suburbs of Chicago, how her mom got her into horror movies, terrorizing her friends with the latest scary movie at sleep overs and about her career as an author. All this and more on the lateste episode of Reel Early.

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Chancler Haynes, Music Video, Commercial, and Motion Picture Editor

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 03:44:57 GMT

On this episode I'm joined by music video, commercial and motion picture editor Chancler Haynes. We talk about how influential the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turltes and Power Rangers was, his friendship with Torque director Joseph Khan, Jackie Chan, working as a projectionaist and yes we do talk a little bit about working with Taylor Swift. All this and more.

If you like what you hear please consider give the show the full 5 star boat.

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Max Deering, Masters of Film Studies

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 17:33:19 GMT

On this episode I'm joined by my friend Max Deering. He recently got his master's in film studies so congratulations to Max. We talk about what it was like moving from the United States to the Netherlands and the differences in movie cultures. We also discuss how he and his father would watch movies together, the video store he used to go to, and so much more. A great episode as always so please check it out.

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Woovember 7 Preview Episode

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 14:59:40 GMT

It's back! Woovember 7's task list is live and I'm here with my friend Ole Lorenzen to talk all about it. We break down every category including the films we plan to watch this November. Please check out the Woovember list at letterboxd.com or @Woovember for the rules. Enjoy the discussion and we look forward to hearing what you plan on watching this Woovember.

Some episode corrections. As discussed in the episode check out friend of the show Robb Antiquera's Bloodfist Forever (not Bloodfist Legacy) website to learn more about Don "The Dragon Wilson

The film starring Ramin Sohrab is called Layers of Lies and please check out this interview at Action For Everyone regarding the film. The Universe Has A Plan with Ramin Sohrab by Action for Everyone (spotify.com)

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Carmelita Valdez McKoy

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 17:17:41 GMT

Today I'm joined on the show by Carmelita Valdez McKoy, podcast guest extraordinaire. It was a wonderful discussion about how important movies were to her family. We also discussed how even though we grew up in completely different circumstances that we both shared similar movie watching experiences. All this and a lot more on the latest episode of Reel Early.

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Airborne (1993) with Mike Scott of Action For Everyone

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 17:09:36 GMT

On today's episode I'm joined by Action for Everyone's Mike Scott as we discuss one of his favorite movies growing up (and still is), the 1993 teen action comedy Airborne. We talk about the stunts, the before they were famous stars in the film and how the story is a lot more nuanced than at first glance. All this and other bits of foolishness on this episode of Reel Early.

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The Breakfast Club with Patrick Vicious of Chainsaws and Claws

Thu, 06 Jul 2023 22:50:31 GMT

This episode I'm joined by Patrick Vicious from the Chainsaws and Claws podcast as we talk the 1985 John Hughes teen classic The Breakfast Club.

In this episode we do talk about suicide and wanted to direct anybody who needs to dial 988 which is the national suicikde and crisis hotline. It's open 24/7 and is toll free.

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Three O'Clock High with Wendi Freeman

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 21:00:30 GMT

On this episode I'm joined by Wendi Freeman of Chicago band Sonny Veneer as we talk about the 1987 teen film Three O'Clock High. We start the episode learning about Wendy's life getting into cinema where she talks about watching movies with her grandfather and growing up in a Ski town. The episode that breaks down the film Three O'Clock High and what makes that a special film for Wendi. All that and Red Shoe Diaries on this episode of Reel Early.

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Erica Wright, podcaster and co-owner of Final Girl Cosmetics

Sun, 18 Jun 2023 03:18:20 GMT

On this episode of Reel Early I'm joined by The House That Screams' Erica Wright. Erica is also the co-owner of Final Girl Cosmetics that I encourage everybody buy from because they have some great cosmetics for every horror fan.

I enjoyed this conversation I had with Erica as we talked about a lot of different topics. We discuss how she got into horror despite a religious upbringing, some classic horror films that managed to circumvent the Hays Code, stories of filming movies in Russia and even how she got to work alongside horror icon Andrew Divoff and his small craft brew company. All that and more on this week's episode of Reel Early.

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Matt Bledsoe, Podcast host of the Film Feast Podcast

Thu, 18 May 2023 03:29:02 GMT

On this episode of Reel Early I talk to Matt Bledsoe, who is the host of the Film Feast Podcast. Film Feast Podcast is one of my favorite shows so it was a pleasure to get a chance to talk to Matt. We discuss growing up in Virginia, his time at film school, and so much more. Thank you for choosing to listen to my show.

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Robb Antequera talks the influence of The Killer

Wed, 10 May 2023 17:23:33 GMT

I welcome back to the show Robb Antequera to discuss the 1989 John Woo classic The Killer and just why that movie was so influential to Robb growing up. All that and more on the latest episode of Reel Early.

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Andy Gorham, podcaster and friend, discuss 1992's "Rapid Fire"

Wed, 03 May 2023 17:39:06 GMT

On today's episode I am joined by my good friend Andy Gorham, who you may have heard him on such podcasts as Action Addicts and Schlock and Awe. You will soon hear him and Chris Barreras on the Imperial Scum podcast talking all things Star Wars, coming to all the major podcasting platfooms very soon. This episode is different from past episodes as we talk about the 1992 Brandon Lee action picture Rapid Fire and why it holds a special place in Andy's heart as well as his history being a movie fan. We talk about all aspects of the film and I think you'll really enjoy this episode.

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Darren "Dazza" Wadsworth - Movie Reviewer and Podcaster

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 17:33:46 GMT

On this episode of Reel Early I talk with my friend from the UK, Darren "Dazza" Wadsworth. I had a great time talking to him about what it was like for him growing up in the UK and how he got into movies. I learned quite a bit about Christmas movie traditions and how he got into horror. All that and a lot more on this latest episode.

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Dillon of Slasher Reviews

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 19:00:19 GMT

On this week's episode I am joined by Dillon of the successful TikTok and Twitter account Slasher Reviews. Dillon has been one of my most sought after guests and this episode did not disappoint. We talk about growing up in the deep south, how Friday the 13th got him into slasher movies, found footage horror and why midnight movies were the best. All that and so much more on this week's episode of Reel Early.

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Scott Wiley - Action Addicts Podcast

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 22:53:41 GMT

My guest is the Action Addicts podcast host Scott Wiley. On this episode we talk about just how he started the Action Addicts podcast including just how its badass theme came to be. This episode is also dedicated to Scott's Grandfather Harry. Harry had a huge love of film and he shared that love with Scott. This conversation is not worth missing.

We also wanted to thank all the different people and their podcasts that have inspired us on our respective journeys. Make sure you support all your favorite podcasts because we all do this because we love doing it.

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Mark Palermo - Screenwriter and Podcaster

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 16:48:36 GMT

On this episode I talk with screenwriter Mark Palermo as we discuss the process of co-writing the movie Detention with director Joseph Kahn. We also get into how movies and viewing habits have changed since we were growing up in the 80s and 90s. All this and much much more.

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Aaron Vargas - Stunt person and martial artist

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 04:05:45 GMT

Welcome to Season Two of Reel Early. My first guest is my friend, stunt person and badass martial artist, Aaron Vargas. I was really excited to talk to Aaron and this conversation did not disappoint. You'll learn what motivated him to learn martial arts and to get into stunt work. What I really like about this conversation is just how positive a person Aaron is and I think you'll be motivated to put yourself out there for something you love too.

Please make sure if you like what you hear to let me know what you think about this and my other episodes to reelearly77@gmail.com

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"Action For Everyone" co-host Mike Scott

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 19:18:31 GMT

My guest this week is Mike Scott of the Action for Everyone podcast. Action for Everyone is a podcast featuring Mike Scott, Vyce Victus and Liam O'Donnell as they talk about all things happening in action cinema. In this episode, I find out about how Mike's family got him into movies, why he likes action cinema, DVD organization and even a John Woo hot take. All that and more on this week's episode of Reel Early

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"The House That Screams" host, Candy, The Final Girl

Sat, 29 Oct 2022 00:51:13 GMT

As we go into the home stretch before Halloween I have on Candy, The Final Girl. Candy is the creator and host of the podcast "The House That Screams" Currently in season five, "The House that Screams" is a fun show where they discuss horror movies both old and new. Candy is also the co-owner, along with fellow co-host Erica Wright, of the Final Girl Cosmetics line of horror themed makeup. Their passion for beauty and horror are evident throughout their make up line. In this episode we talk about how her mom's video store opened up her world to horror, why having an open dialogue between parent and child about movies they've watched is important and so much more. It's a great episode and I hope you enjoy it.

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"Dr. AC" Aaron Christensen

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 01:39:46 GMT

Week three of my special Halloween edition of Reel Early is with my friend and horror historian, Aaron Christensen. It was fun to catch up with Aaron and discuss how he got into horror as a young kid, pre VHS, in San Francisco. We also discuss our shared love of Dario Argento, why horror movie still endure to this day, and a whole lot more.

We also discuss his yearly "Scare-a-Thon" where he watches horror movies while raising money for charity. This year's organization is the Women's Reproductive Rights Assistance Project. WRRAP is a non-partisan, nonprofit organization assisting women who are financially unable to pay for safe, legal abortions or emergency contraceptives. If you're interested in donating while seeing what movies he is watching and discussing, click on the link below.

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"The Cobwebs Podcast" Host Daniel Epler

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 16:56:46 GMT

This week's guest is the host of the "The Cobwebs Podcast", Daniel Epler. It is a podcast that dusts off Classic Cinema, Gothic Horror and Cult Movies to see what they have to offer today.

In this episode we discuss his love of Hammer horror films, the good and the bad of horror remakes, and how his dads sharing his love of Universal Monster Films to Daniel as a kid helps him when thinking about how he wants to pass on his legacy to his child. As a special added bonus Daniel gives us his Top 5 Underseen Classic Horror Gems. All this AND MORE.

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"Chainsaws & Claws" Co-host Patrick Bartlett

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 14:09:09 GMT

My guest this week is Patrick Bartlett of the "Chainsaw and Claws" podcast alongside past guest Rob Antequera. We discuss his love of horror movies and comics, growing up in the punk rock scene and the importance of being yourself. All this and more on the latest episode of Reel Early.

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"Friend and Writer" Nikki Frisinger

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 01:27:21 GMT

This episode features my friend, former co-worker and current writer Nikki Frisinger. 11 years ago I began a stint working for Barnes and Noble Deerfield which is where I met many wonderful people, including my guest Nikki. She was the manager of the music and movie department so we instantly became friends. It was great catching up with Nikki and learning about her history with film. This is a super fun conversation that I know you will enjoy.

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"Woovember 2022" Programmer Ole Lorenzen

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 13:53:43 GMT

Today's episode I'm joined by my good friend and programmer of the yearly action movie challenge Woovember, Ole Lorenzen. This is a special extended episode. For the first 40 mins we talk about Ole growing up in Germany, how German's dubbed foreign movies and just how he got into action movies. After our discussion we go through the entire categories for the 2022 edition of Woovember and what movies Ole plans to watch this November. It's a fun and educational episode so check it out!

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"Reel Pineapple" Host, Joshua Hunter

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 19:11:17 GMT

My guest this week is the host of the movie reviewer podcast, Reel Pineapple, Joshua Hunter. His podcast is updated weekly with movie reviews and thoughts on all the latest movie news. In this episode we talk about how moving to Nevada from Texas was the catalyst for starting his podcast and how it’s going. Among the topics discussed is movie music, how streaming affects those from becoming movie geeks and many more. It’s a fun show so check it out.

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"Author and Podcaster" JD Oliva

Thu, 25 Aug 2022 22:49:14 GMT

This week's guest is author and podcast host, JD Oliva. JD is the author of numerous books including the Books of Jericho series, Harvest Moon and his upcoming novella Red Sunrise. You can also hear him every week at Brace for Impact, as part of the Fight Game Media Network. We talk about how his family influenced him as a storytelling, especially how having a son changed him as a writer. We also discuss what kind of horror movies he likes and how his attempts at getting into the film industry changed his goals. All that and more on this weeks episode. JD Oliva Twitter Fight Game Media Reel Early Twitter Woovember - John Woo tribute Twitter ReelEarly77@gmail.com

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"That Movie is Fine" Podcast Host Lauren Knight

Fri, 19 Aug 2022 00:54:34 GMT

This week's guest is podcaster and CEO of L.A. Knight Consulting, Lauren Knight. Lauren is the co-host, along with Aaron Hudson, on the upcoming podcast "That Movie is Fine" where they talk about movies being fine. We tackle the issue where the movie discourse is about how movies are either the best or the worst thing ever and try to find the common ground that most movies are fine. In addition to that I learned that she's a huge Sylvester Stallone fan and we discuss her time doing "Syquester Stallone" series online where she watched a lot of Stallone movies. This episode is the funniest one I've done to date and I hope you all enjoy it.

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