Central Intelligence Cinema

By Ben Eslinger and Jason Greenberg

What's Central Intelligence Cinema about?

Superfan of James Bond?, Man From U.N.C.L.E.? Mission Impossible? So are we! Which is why we have formed the CIC...a podcast dedicated to Spy Movies and Secret Agent Pop Culture. Hosted by Ben Eslinger and Jason Greenberg.

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Central Intelligence Cinema episodes:

05.30.2024
CIC Episode 67: Review of The Jigsaw Man
The CIC are back to review the 1983 spy movie, The Jigsaw Man! Ben and Jason come in from the cold to try and figure out how a spy movie with Sirs Michael Caine and Laurence Olivier, as well as...
05.02.2024
CIC Episode 66: The Ministry Of Ungentlemanly Warfare - Spoiler Free Review
The CIC return to give their spoiler-free review of Guy Ritchie's The Ministry Of Ungentlemanly Warfare. Be sure to like, follow, subscribe and interact! We'd love to hear from you! Email: [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/central_intelligence_cinema/ Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/CICSpypod Bluesky Social: https://bsky.app/profile/cicspypod.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CICPodcast Merch store: https://cic-merch-store.creator-spring.com/
04.02.2024
CIC Episode 65: Intel Report for April 2, 2024
The CIC are back and ready to give their spoiler-free review of the latest incarnation of Mr. & Mrs. Smith! In this latest Intel Report, Ben and Jason celebrate their return to the undisclosed location with talk of Bond, Mission:...
03.26.2024
CIC Episode 64: Brush Pass Review: Gotcha!
Grab your passport, student ID and a paintball gun, because the CIC are ready to review Gotcha! Ben and Jason have come in from the cold for a Brush Pass Review of this 1985 teen romantic comedy spy caper starring...
02.01.2024
CIC Episode 63: Intel Report for February 01, 2024
The CIC are back to talk Argylle, Bond and so much more! In their latest Intel Report, Ben and Jason come in from the cold to give shout outs, admit Argylle IS in fact a real movie, celebrate a new...
01.25.2024
CIC Episode 62: Review of Spy Game
The CIC are back to admire the sheer majesty of Robert Redford in a turtleneck, in the 2001 movie, Spy Game! In their first listener-requested review of 2024, Ben and Jason marvel at the uncanny resemblance between Brad Pitt and...
01.09.2024
CIC Episode 61: Brush Pass Review: Top Secret!
Get ready to go skeet surfing with the CIC, in their Brush Pass style review of 1984's Top Secret! Ben and Jason tackle some truly #sillyspyshit with Val Kilmer's debut role in the Zucker Brothers' foray into the spy genre....
12.19.2023
CIC Episode 60: Review of Octopussy part 2
The CIC return to finish the epic conclusion to their review of Octopussy! Ben and Jason hop into a Union Jack-emblazened hot air balloon and realize they have more than enough hot air, to comb through all the details of...
12.14.2023
CIC Episode 59: Intel Report for December 14, 2023
The CIC are back to spread holiday cheer...and intel!! Ben and Jason come in from the cold to warm their hands and talk about the latest intel in spy movies, tv and pop culture. But that's just the beginning! The...
12.12.2023
CIC Episode 58: Review of Octopussy part 1
The CIC are back with Moore Bond, as they review the 13th official chapter in the James Bond franchise, Octopussy! Ben and Jason leave no tennis racket unturned and no loaded dice uncrushed in part 1 of their colossal 2-part...
10.03.2023
CIC Episode 57: Brush Pass Review: The Silencers
The CIC take on Matt Helm! In their Brush Pass Review, Ben & Jason are joined by special guest, Andrew Groth, to review the 1966 spy spoof, The Silencers, starring the king of cool...Dean Martin! Rest assured, no backwards firing...
09.26.2023
CIC Episode 56: Intel Report for September 26, 2023
The CIC are back to discuss all things spy movie, tv and pop culture! This episode, Ben and Jason discuss the latest intel regarding Argylle, Mission: Impossible, Alex Rider as well as a heavy dose of BOND! Grab a martini...
08.29.2023
CIC Episode 55: Review of No Way Out
The CIC return to go full-Costner with their review of No Way Out! Ben and Jason sail the seas of political cover-ups and sleeper cell Russian moles, leaving no air-ducts unchecked as they unpack the 1987 suspense thriller starring Kevin...
08.08.2023
CIC Episode 54: Intel Report for August 08, 2023
After conquering the Road to Reckoning, Ben and Jason return to talk about the latest spy movie intel, including Heart Of Stone, Argylle, and the results of the CIC's very own Bond Actor Tenure Poll! Then finally, the CIC go...
07.11.2023
CIC Episode 53: A Discussion with Marty Mackillop of Thunderballs Radio Show
The CIC return with one last surprise stop on the Road To Reckoning! In their first Special Operations Debrief in 3 years, Ben and Jason welcome Marty Mackillop of Thunderballs Radio Show to the undisclosed location, to talk about Mission:...
07.05.2023
CIC Episode 52: Review of Mission: Impossible Fallout part 2
The CIC have finally reached the end of the Road...to Reckoning! Like Ethan Hunt himself, Ben and Jason hit the ground running and leap into part 2 of their review of Mission: Impossible Fallout! Be sure to like, follow, subscribe and...
06.29.2023
CIC Episode 51:Review of Mission: Impossible Fallout part 1
The CIC are near the end of the Road...to Reckoning! Ben and Jason come back in from the cold to tackle part 1 of their Odyssey-sized review of Mission: Impossible Fallout! Be sure to like, follow, subscribe and interact! We'd love...
06.13.2023
CIC Episode 50: Intel Report for June 13, 2023
The CIC are back covering all the latest spy movie and tv intel! This week Ben and Jason break down all the latest with Mission:Impossible Dead Reckoning Part 1, Bond, Heart Of Stone, Special Ops: Lioness and much more! Be sure...
06.07.2023
CIC Episode 49: Review of Mission: Impossible Rogue Nation, part 2
The men of CIC practice their breath control and jump deep into the giant taurus that is part 2 of their review of Mission: Impossible Rogue Nation! Ben and Jason discuss physics, sharp breathing by menacing villains, the greatness that...
06.01.2023
CIC Episode 48: Review of Mission: Impossible Rogue Nation, part 1
The CIC continue the Road to Reckoning, with Mission: Impossible Rogue Nation! Ben & Jason leave no opera program unturned, discussing what may be both of their favorite M:I installments...and this is just part 1! Join us for all the...
05.04.2023
CIC Episode 47: Brush Pass Review: Our Man Flint
The CIC return to talk about the original Man of Mystery, Derek Flint! Ben and Jason are back with their second Brush Pass Review, this time covering the 1966 spy spoof classic, Our Man Flint. It's guaranteed to make you...
04.26.2023
CIC Episode 46: Intel Report for April 26, 2023
The CIC are back to pour over all the latest intel regarding Mission: Impossible Dead Reckoning part 1, an Angelina Jolie/Halle Berry spy movie in the works, FUBAR, and so much more! Then Ben and Jason get to work giving...
04.11.2023
CIC Episode 45: Review of Mission: Impossible Ghost Protocol, part 2
The CIC continues down the Road To Reckoning, with part 2 of their review of Mission: Impossible Ghost Protocol! Ben and Jason return to examine sandstorms, and CGI missiles, and 7-story automated car parks, oh my! Join us, won't you? Be...
04.06.2023
CIC Episode 44: Review of Mission: Impossible Ghost Protocol, part 1
The Road To Reckoning starts HERE! The CIC are back to review Mission: Impossible Ghost Protocol! Ben & Jason leave no faulty gadget unturned as they kick off part 1 of their Burj Khalifa-sized review! Be sure to like, follow, subscribe...
03.16.2023
CIC Episode 43: Intel Report for March 16, 2023
The CIC return to review the latest intel regarding Mission Impossible, new spy-themed tv show trailers, and the latest stories in the world of James Bond! Then Ben and Jason get to work giving a spoiler-free review of the latest...
03.10.2023
CIC Episode 42: Brush Pass Review: Anna
The CIC return with a new feature called Brush Pass Reviews! To kick things off, Ben and Jason review the 2019 Luc Besson spy film, Anna. Take a listen to find out more! Be sure to like, follow, subscribe and interact!...
03.03.2023
CIC Episode 41: Review of Black Widow
The CIC return to the Marvel universe to review Black Widow! Ben and Jason deep dive all the way back to Red Room, in their helicarrier-sized review! Be sure to like, follow, subscribe and interact! We'd love to hear from you! Twitter:...
02.23.2023
CIC Episode 40: Intel Report for February 23, 2023
The CIC are back with balls of steel! Ben and Jason are back for a brand new intel report, followed by a first look review of the CIC's latest acquisition...The James Bond Pinball Premium Edition! Be sure to like, follow, subscribe...
02.13.2023
CIC Episode 39: Review of The World Is Not Enough, part 2
The CIC are back for more caviar, submarines, and Christmas in Turkey! Ben and Jason conclude in part 2, their oversized review of The World Is Not Enough. Be sure to like, follow, subscribe and interact! We'd love to hear from...
02.06.2023
CIC Episode 38: Review of The World Is Not Enough, part 1
The CIC are celebrating Christmas in February, with Bond! Ben and Jason kick off their first review of 2023, with Pierce Brosnan in The World Is Not Enough...part 1! Be sure to like, follow, subscribe and interact! We'd love to...
01.28.2023
CIC Episode 37: Intel Report for January 28, 2023
The CIC return to take on 2023! Ben and Jason take a look at the year ahead for spy movies and secret agent pop culture, as well as give their spoiler-free first-impressions of Jack Ryan Season 3! Be sure to like,...
01.01.2023
CIC Episode 36: Review of The Assignment
The CIC ring in 2023 with their second listener-requested review, the 1997 Canadian-produced spy movie, The Assignment. Ben and Jason tackle the low-budget thriller starring Aidan Quinn, Donald Sutherland, and Ben Kingsley, in true CIC fashion! Grab a bowl of...
11.14.2022
CIC Episode 35: Intel Report for November 14, 2022
The CIC come back in from the cold to talk more spy movie intel! This week Ben and Jason discuss the Heart of Stone trailer, a new movie and TV announcements, and raising a glass to a legendary actor. Finally,...
09.25.2022
CIC Episode 34: Intel Report for September 25, 2022
The CIC are back once again to talk about all the latest spy movie intel, including Heart Of Stone, Argylle, and of course, Bond! Then Ben and Jason give their spoiler-free review of season 1 of the spy television series,...
09.02.2022
CIC Episode 33: Intel Report for September 2, 2022
The CIC returns to discuss all the latest developments in spy movie intel! Then, Ben and Jason have a spirited talk about Bond villains, including each of their Top 5! Be sure to like, follow, subscribe and interact! We'd love to...
08.08.2022
CIC Episode 32: Review of A View To A Kill part 2
The men of CIC dance back into the fire! With part 2 of their review of A View To A Kill, Ben and Jason discuss, laugh, scratch their head, and come to a final verdict on the 14th official James...
07.28.2022
CIC Episode 31: Review of A View To A Kill part 1
The CIC is back with a blimp-sized review of the 14th official James Bond film, A View To A Kill. Ben and Jason leave no microchip unturned as they discuss Sir Roger's final outing as 007! Be sure to like, follow,...
06.23.2022
CIC Episode 30: Intel Report for June 23, 2022
The CIC returns to review two trailers and a graphic novel! Ben and Jason discuss the new trailers for Mission: Impossible Dead Reckoning Part One, and The Gray Man! Finally they dive into the CIC's very first Graphic Novel review,...
05.06.2022
CIC Episode 29: Part 2 of Mission: Impossible III Review
CIC Returns for the exciting second part of their 2-part review of Mission: Impossible III! Ben and Jason discover just how many similarities J.J. Abrams' entry in the franchise has with a handful of other blockbusters, including an Indiana Jones...
04.29.2022
CIC Episode 28: Review of Mission: Impossible III
The CIC return for a very special episode reviewing Mission: Impossible III! Ben and Jason deep dive into J.J. Abrams' entry into the Mission franchise, uncovering all that it has to offer!
04.11.2022
CIC Episode 27: Intel Report and First Impressions of Slow Horses
The CIC return to talk Bond, Mission, and other spy movie and TV intel! Ben and Jason then discuss their first thoughts(spoiler free) on the new spy show starring Gary Oldman, Slow Horses, on Apple TV+. Join us!
03.12.2022
CIC Episode 26: Intel Report and First Impressions of The King’s Man
The CIC return to discuss all the latest Spy movie AND TV intel! Ben and Jason then share their first impressions (spoiler free) of the latest Matthew Vaughn movie, The King's Man. Join us!
02.25.2022
CIC Episode 25: Review of Kingsman The Secret Service
The CIC returns from hiatus to review the movie Kingsman The Secret Service.
01.01.2022
CIC Episode 24: Intel Report and Bond Song Rankings
The men of CIC return just in time for New Years Eve! Ben and Jason review the latest Spy Movie Intel and then discuss and compare their rankings of all 25 Bond movie theme songs! Their lists will be available...
09.30.2021
CIC Episode 23: No Time To Die Spoiler-Free, Post-Screening Intel Report
The Men of CIC have seen No Time To Die! Ben and Jason give their SPOILER FREE initial reactions to the movie in this very special and immediate Intel Report!
09.27.2021
CIC Episode 22: The Great Spectre Debate!
The CIC return to trade points and counterpoints while attempting to reach a verdict on Spectre! Ben and Jason mostly disagree about how to rate this movie, but they have a blast discussing, debating, and laughing their way through Daniel...
09.17.2021
CIC Episode 21: No Time To Die Pre-Release Intel Report
The men of CIC return to talk all things No Time To Die! With the release of the movie finally (hopefully?) upon us, Ben and Jason talk about the latest trailers, as well as the final Bond marketing push, and...
08.06.2021
CIC Episode 20: Review of Captain America The Winter Soldier
Ben and Jason celebrate being able to do their first in-person review in over a year by tackling their very first listener-requested review, Captain America The Winter Soldier!
07.16.2021
CIC Episode 19: Intel Report for July 15th 2021
The CIC is back! Ben and Jason are back to give their first impressions (SPOILER FREE) of Black Widow! In addition they discuss all the latest spy movie intel, including M:I7 speculation, a new graphic novel from Kingsman author Mark...
05.28.2021
CIC Episode 18: Intel Report for May 28th 2021
Ben and Jason discuss the recent news regarding Amazon's purchase of MGM and how it might affect Bond going forward. They also discuss the late breaking literary Bond news from the Ian Fleming Publishing group.

What's Central Intelligence Cinema about?

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Central Intelligence Cinema episodes:

CIC Episode 67: Review of The Jigsaw Man

CIC Episode 66: The Ministry Of Ungentlemanly Warfare - Spoiler Free Review

CIC Episode 65: Intel Report for April 2, 2024

CIC Episode 64: Brush Pass Review: Gotcha!

CIC Episode 63: Intel Report for February 01, 2024

CIC Episode 62: Review of Spy Game

CIC Episode 61: Brush Pass Review: Top Secret!

CIC Episode 60: Review of Octopussy part 2

CIC Episode 59: Intel Report for December 14, 2023

CIC Episode 58: Review of Octopussy part 1

CIC Episode 57: Brush Pass Review: The Silencers

CIC Episode 56: Intel Report for September 26, 2023

CIC Episode 55: Review of No Way Out

CIC Episode 54: Intel Report for August 08, 2023

CIC Episode 53: A Discussion with Marty Mackillop of Thunderballs Radio Show

CIC Episode 52: Review of Mission: Impossible Fallout part 2

CIC Episode 51:Review of Mission: Impossible Fallout part 1

CIC Episode 50: Intel Report for June 13, 2023

CIC Episode 49: Review of Mission: Impossible Rogue Nation, part 2

CIC Episode 48: Review of Mission: Impossible Rogue Nation, part 1

CIC Episode 47: Brush Pass Review: Our Man Flint

CIC Episode 46: Intel Report for April 26, 2023

CIC Episode 45: Review of Mission: Impossible Ghost Protocol, part 2

CIC Episode 44: Review of Mission: Impossible Ghost Protocol, part 1

CIC Episode 43: Intel Report for March 16, 2023

CIC Episode 42: Brush Pass Review: Anna

CIC Episode 41: Review of Black Widow

CIC Episode 40: Intel Report for February 23, 2023

CIC Episode 39: Review of The World Is Not Enough, part 2

CIC Episode 38: Review of The World Is Not Enough, part 1

CIC Episode 37: Intel Report for January 28, 2023

CIC Episode 36: Review of The Assignment

CIC Episode 35: Intel Report for November 14, 2022

CIC Episode 34: Intel Report for September 25, 2022

CIC Episode 33: Intel Report for September 2, 2022

CIC Episode 32: Review of A View To A Kill part 2

CIC Episode 31: Review of A View To A Kill part 1

CIC Episode 30: Intel Report for June 23, 2022

CIC Episode 29: Part 2 of Mission: Impossible III Review

CIC Episode 28: Review of Mission: Impossible III

CIC Episode 27: Intel Report and First Impressions of Slow Horses

CIC Episode 26: Intel Report and First Impressions of The King’s Man

CIC Episode 25: Review of Kingsman The Secret Service

CIC Episode 24: Intel Report and Bond Song Rankings

CIC Episode 23: No Time To Die Spoiler-Free, Post-Screening Intel Report

CIC Episode 22: The Great Spectre Debate!

CIC Episode 21: No Time To Die Pre-Release Intel Report

CIC Episode 20: Review of Captain America The Winter Soldier

CIC Episode 19: Intel Report for July 15th 2021

CIC Episode 18: Intel Report for May 28th 2021

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