In the first proper episode of 2022, Sarah and MJ are joined by Tim Hopkin (in a recording session that took place on his birthday!) to discuss the small montage scene where our three heroes chase down the shark to shoot new barrels into its back. They talk about the reuse of footage, the modes of montage in Soviet film theory, and the perils of Quint removing his tooth on the pulpit of The Orca as well as a lengthy discussion of some lesser (and lesser known) shark movies.

In this very special episode(tm) of LJFAM, MJ sits down with AJ Gregory, the lead singer of the Northern California based sludge metal band Squalus, to talk about what it's like being in a band whose songs center around one central theme: JAWS!

This week, Sarah and MJ are joined by Tom Butler to talk about the scene where Quint destroys The Orca's communication device with a baseball bat. They discuss the symbolism of the radio and the bat, the graceful movements of Robert Shaw, an incredible line delivery from Richard Dreyfuss and the Hitchcock influence that permeates the beginning of the scene

This week, Sarah and MJ discuss the scene in which Hooper and Quint are fixing the boat following the damage the shark caused in the middle of the night. They talk about Brody's increased confidence, the convincing nature of the shark effects, why people who try to copy Spielberg just can't compete, and go very, very deep into a reading of JAWS as an allegory for the Vietnam war.

This week, Sarah and MJ discuss the aftermath of the blackout on the Orca. They talk at length about Quint, PTSD, and the reading of JAWS as a revenge movie, as well as how Brody reacts to the chaos by retreating into fear and the (in)famous Spielberg trademark of shooting stars.

This week, Sarah and MJ are joined by Megan Doe. They talk about the scene following the shark ramming the boat and the moment where he "eats the light." They discuss Hooper's athletic prowess, Quint's penchant for hoarding, Brody's ability to overcome his fear, and the group dynamics that led them to this moment of performing. Also, they talk about the logistics of the shark ramming the boat repeatedly and come up with an entirely plausible and adorable explanation.

This week Sarah and MJ are joined by Blake Collier to talk about the iconic "Show Me the Way to Go Home" scene. They discuss the power of the moment following the Indianapolis speech, what it means for the camraderie of the men, how Quint gets to start but not finish a healing journey, and there is also lots and lots of chaos as well as the discovery of your new favorite band.

This week, Sarah and MJ are joined by Shaurya Chawla to round out the Indianapolis speech proper. They talk about the way the speech builds to a graphic finale, what it means for the group, the power of art to stay in your brain. Also, it gets a little heavy in the middle, but there's still plenty of chaos to be had.

This week, Sarah and MJ are joined by Sarah's husband, Martin BUDDERY to continue Indianapolis Month! They talk about their wedding (in lieu of the JAWS question) and then segue into the second section of the monologue and runt he gamut talking about everything from a JAWS prequel to the iconic "doll's eyes" line.

Indianapolis Month begins as Sarah and MJ are joined by Rachel Pearson to talk about the beginning of the most famous movie monologue of all time. They talk about the sign of respect Quint shows his fallen brothers, what the costuming and lighting mean for the characters, how this moment changes the group dynamic, and whether or not Quint's missing tooth is still missing.