Stamper Cinema

Greetings! In this week's episode we discuss Josie and the Pussycats, the neon-soaked, bubblegum pop comedy that crashed at the box office. 

At first glance, Josie and the Pussycats is a teen movie about a girl band hitting it big. But underneath it's an absolutely brilliant, razor-sharp satire about consumer culture, corporate control, and the way music (and identity) gets sold to us.

And walking us through it (between some hilariously astute takes on Stanley Kubrick's Eyes Wide Shut) is Edward Miskie (writer/producer/sometimes performer).

Edward is also the founder of The Remission Film Festival, which premiers for the first time April 17th, 2026. This festival focuses on creators who shed light on the experience of life before, during, & after cancer. 

This is an episode you must hear. 

Greeting! In this week's Stamper Cinema, we tee up one of the most chaotic, quotable, and beloved comedies of the 1980s—Caddyshack. Returning the podcast to talk about it is podcaster extraordinaire and all-around amazing human, Kirsten Rudberg (Byte Sized Blessings)! 

Directed by Harold Ramis, this golf-course-set comedy throws structure out the window and replaces it with Bill Murray’s improvised monologues, Rodney Dangerfield’s relentless insults, Chevy Chase’s effortless cool, and a gopher with a serious attitude problem.

Set at the prestigious Bushwood Country Club, Caddyshack explores class conflict (slob vs snob), rebellion, and absurdity through a loose collection of characters who all seem to be in different movies and somehow create magic together.

Despite mixed reviews upon release, Caddyshack became a massive hit and a cornerstone of American comedy, influencing generations of comedians and earning its place as one of the most quoted films ever made.

In this episode, Kirsten and I dive into behind-the-scenes madness, unforgettable performances, iconic lines, and the strange alchemy that turned a barely-scripted production into a cult classic. Plus - Kirsten gives the gopher the respect it deserves. Enjoy!

Greetings! In this episode of Stamper Cinema, we’re putting the band back together to talk about the 1980 cult comedy classic The Blues Brothers. What began as a quirky musical sketch on Saturday Night Live somehow evolved into one of the most unique films of its era. 

Joining us to break it all down is actor Kyle Merrick. We explore how a genuine love for blues and soul music turned a late-night comedy bit into a real touring band, and eventually into a major Hollywood production directed by John Landis.

The episode covers the film’s simple but effective story: newly released ex-con Jake Blues and his brother Elwood embark on a “mission from God” to reunite their band and save the Catholic orphanage that raised them. Along the way they dodge police, anger rival musicians, and leave an absolutely insane trail of destruction across Chicago.

We also look at the film’s incredible musical lineup, featuring legendary performers like James Brown, Aretha Franklin, Ray Charles, and Cab Calloway.

Other topics include:

The chaotic and ambitious production of the film

The record-setting car chases and stunt work

The lasting legacy of The Blues Brothers as one of the most successful films based on an SNL sketch

The movie’s cultural impact and continued popularity with audiences

Of course, no conversation about The Blues Brothers would be complete without revisiting some of the film’s most iconic and quotable lines, including the legendary “106 miles to Chicago” speech and the famous declaration that the brothers are “on a mission from God.”

Enjoy!

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In this episode we discuss the season 1 finale from HBO's A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, 'The Morrow'. 

Listen on as John and I look back and even look forward. 

In this episode we discuss the season 1, episode 5 from HBO's A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, 'In the Name of the Mother'. 

Listen on as John and I pour one out for the King that Never Was - or several

In this episode we discuss the season 1, episode 4 from HBO's A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, 'Seven'.

Greetings! This week on Stamper Cinema, we step into the strange, magical, and endlessly quotable world of Jim Henson’s Labyrinth. Released in 1986 and starring Jennifer Connelly and an unforgettable David Bowie as the Goblin King, Labyrinth blends fantasy, music, puppetry, and dream logic into a film that has grown from box office disappointment into beloved cult classic. And joining us to bring it all to live is author Bria Rose (Her Dark Promise). 

Listen on as we break down the film’s fairy-tale plot, coming-of-age themes, and groundbreaking practical effects, while celebrating Jim Henson’s ambitious vision and Bowie’s iconic performance. From quotable lines to unforgettable creatures, Labyrinth remains a fearless and imaginative film that continues to resonate with audiences nearly four decades later. Enjoy!

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Greetings! In this week's episode we break down episode 3 of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. Things are starting to pick up. 

Greetings! In this episode, John and I discuss episode 2 of the all-new HBO series - A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms

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Greetings! In this episode we dive deep beneath the surface with The Hunt for Red October, the classic Cold War thriller that proves tension doesn’t need explosions. Directed by John McTiernan and based on Tom Clancy’s bestselling novel, the film stars Sean Connery as legendary Soviet submarine captain Marko Ramius and Alec Baldwin as CIA analyst Jack Ryan.

We break down the film’s plot, themes, and legacy, while unpacking why this remains one of the smartest military thrillers ever made. The conversation explores Jack Ryan as a character, focusing on Baldwin’s more analytical, grounded portrayal and how it compares to later versions of Ryan across film and television.

This being a Flix & Sips episode, we also nerd out on Navy life, submarine warfare, military protocol, General Quarters (aka - Battle Stations). And yes, there will be drinking games. 

Pour a drink, listen closely, and remember: one ping only. 🍻⚓

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