It was only a matter of time before we discussed the most optimistic movie of all, The Muppet Movie! Joining us this episode is author and activist, Jamie Metzgar. The first film in the franchise tells the "true story" of how Kermit, Miss Piggy, and the rest of the gang came together.

In addition to the film we talk to Jamie about her books on grief, Salt & Ash & Honey & Magic and Explorations with Grief: The First Year. We also discuss Jamie's activism through her new line of merchandise, Hey There Sweet Cheeks. Each item is designed by Jamie herself and all proceeds go to important "left of center" causes.

Folks, we're more than halfway through the year already, but some of 2023's most anticipated films are still to come. Rather than focus on a specific film like our usual episodes, we've decided to discuss the films yet to be released we're most looking forward to this year. Listen to hear us each countdown our top 3, and write in with your own picks.

We're back with another film from Werner Herzog's extensive filmography. This time we're tackling one of Herzog's feature films, The Enigma of Kaspar Hauser (1974). The film revolves on the strange true story of Kaspar Hauser, a man who was said to have been raised in isolation and captivity who's captor unexpectedly releases him in his early adulthood into a nearby Bavarian city. Kaspar's struggles adapting to society are filled with biting social commentary. In a characteristically unconventional choice, Herzog cast Bruno Schleinstein, a non professional actor, as his lead.

Folks, you're not gonna want to miss this one. Writer, actor, comedian, and podcasting legend Jordan Morris is on the show! Jordan joins us for a discussion of the 1995 film, Devil in a Blue Dress, as well as to discuss their recent contributions to the Archie Comics Horror Anthology series. Devil in a Blue Dress is a neo-noir mystery staring Denzel Washington. Set in late 1940's Los Angeles the film follows a down on his luck WW2 vet who reluctantly accepts a job to find a missing woman.

Camp Pickens, the latest issue in the Archie Horror series, is available now! You can check it out here, or order it through your favorite local comic shop. But don't stop there! Get the first issue in the Archie Horror series, Pop's Chock'lit Shoppe of Horrors while you're at it!

Lastly, Jordan is one of the many writers affected by the ongoing WGA strike. In order to ensure a fair deal for writers so they can keep making the movies and shows you love, we need the writers to win this strike. You can help out by contributing to the Entertainment Community Fund which gives financial to those in need during the strike. Click here to donate and learn more.

In this episode we discuss another titan of film, Werner Herzog. Herzog's career spans six decades, features nearly 70 films, and is still going strong. He has inspired multiple generations of filmmakers from around the world and was called "the most important film director alive" by François Truffaut.

The Bavarian director has achieved great acclaim in directing both feature films and documentaries. Because of this, we will be covering his work in two episodes, the first being his 2016 documentary Into the Inferno. The film explore's humankind's relationship to volcanoes and the spiritual beliefs that derive from this relationship.

We're reunited with our esteemed, now third time guest on the podcast, Riley Gerberick, to discuss Boot's Riley's debut film Sorry to Bother You. Set in Oakland, the film follows Cassius' journey climbing the corporate ladder of his call center job, using his "white voice" to gain the coveted position as a Power Caller. We discuss Boot's overt critique on capitalism in the film, but also it's merits as an outrageous, genre-bending watch.

We’re going back in time and across the Atlantic this episode to talk about a film from one of the most important movements in film history, the French New Wave. The film is Agnes Varda’s Cleo from 5 to 7 from 1962. The film follows Cleo, an emerging popstar, who is awaiting medical test results that will confirm whether or not she has cancer. Cleo explores Paris while contemplating issues of existentialism, beauty, and more while awaiting her diagnosis.

We’re back to discuss one of the most influential films of the last 30 years, Quentin Tarantino’s Pulp Fiction. Joining us for the discussion are special guests and Tarantino aficionados Michael Grygo and Garret Dwello. The film follows several characters across the criminal underworld of LA told in a non chronological order. This was the first Tarantino film to feature frequent future collaborators, Samuel L. Jackson and Uma Thurman, amongst its all-star cast. We discuss the film’s style, the surprises it packs, and of course the man himself, Tarantino.

In this episode we discuss Takia Waititi’s Jojo Rabbit. Set in Germany during the final days of WW2, this dark comedy follows a young boy in the Hitler Youth who is forced to question his beliefs upon discovery that his mother is hiding a jewish woman from the Nazis in their home. The film manages to remain funny, while still addressing the horrors of genocide, war, and the spread of hatred. Listen to hear us talk about how the film accomplishes this feat, as well as its beautiful production design and much more. Stay to the end to hear which recent, critically acclaimed movie we kinda hated!

We’re back to discuss Greta Gerwig’s directorial debut, Lady Bird. Lady Bird is a personal, heartfelt coming of age comedy set in Gerwig’s hometown of Sacramento, California. Saoirse Ronan and Laurie Metcalf lead an excellent cast that also features Timothée Chalamet and Beanie Feldstein. Listen to our discussion of how the film’s depictions of class, religion, sexuality, and family dynamics feel more grounded than the typical high school movie.