Filibuster

Celebrating Alien Day with the 30th Anniversary of Aliens. 

All too often, sequels to successful first installments are unable to capture the same magic as their predecessors, let alone surpass them. On this show, Lee and Matt celebrate Alien Day by taking a look at a now 30 year old film that managed to beat the odds and do both: James Cameron's 1986 action classic, Aliens. 

Join Lee and Matt as they break down what makes this rip-roaring sequel work, from the direction, to the cast, to the music, and everything in between! 

What do you think of this James Cameron follow up? Does it hold up 30 years later? And join us in the age old debate among Alien fans: do you prefer Alien or Aliens?

Movie Commentary of Captain America: The Winter Soldier

In the first ever movie commentary for The Senate Floor, we bring in all three hosts for the first time. Matt, Lee, and Tristan discuss Cap’s third time out in the MCU. Even if you aren’t following along with the movie, make sure to listen because we talk character motivations, behind the scenes information, and much more all throughout.

What did you think of Cap 2?

Favorite Onscreen Politicians

Matt is out sick and we’ve got our own resident Scotsman, Lee Hutchison, to fill in. 

This week we discuss our absolute favorite fictional politicians that have appeared on film and television. President, Prime Minister, local government? We cover it all. You might be surprised by some of our choices.

We start the show with talking about the Star Wars Force Awakens home release.

What are some of your favorite onscreen politicians?

Lee’s Reaction to Batman v. Superman 

In this special Filibuster bonus, Matt grills Lee for his thoughts and reactions to the newly released Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice. Tune in to hear this spoiler-free analysis and let us know what you thought of the movie! 

In case you didn’t already know, Matt and Lee LOVE watching movies. One of the factors that plays into their love of film is the hype (or sometimes lack thereof) whenever they approach a new movie. 

In this Filibuster, they talk about times when they were genuinely surprised by some films and other times when the hype overloaded their expectations. Lots of passionate discussion abound! 

What were some films that surprised you? What were others that underwhelmed? 

Upcoming Films and Television

Matt and Tristan discuss projects in development that they’re excited about. As well as some choices made by studios that seem questionable.

What’s coming out in 2017 and beyond that you guys are excited for?

Why We Love the Cinema

With the arrival of high-end home theater systems, going out to the cinema has become somewhat of a lost pastime for many people.

In this episode, Lee and Matt discuss why they still love going to the cinema, as well as their favorite cinema-going experiences.

They also break down the new Captain America: Civil War trailer 

Rocky/Creed Retrospective

Rocky has played a part in our lives whether we know it or not. This franchise is rooted deep in our culture and is the source of strong motivation for many. 

Matt and Tristan discuss their favorite aspects of the franchise and how well Creed fits into it.

What did you think of Creed?

Welcome to a Filibuster on The Senate Floor!

The Senate Floor is a bi-weekly podcast and we have found a way to give you even more episodes in-between. Matt Hansen and Lee Hutchison had so much fun talking Deadpool they want to continue their conversation with other topics.

This week they talk Star Trek Beyond and the new Star Trek show coming in 2017. 

Are you excited for this resurgence of Trek?

Introducing The Senate Floor! Same show, different name. The Nerd Party is now a network and Matt and Tristan saw it fitting to leave that name with the network and change the show.

In this episode, Matt and Tristan discuss their top five film relationships. Who do you love to love?