In this episode of The ColbyCast, Colby and Luke (with Caleb sitting this one out) dive deep into the 2026 blockbuster adaptation of Andy Weir’s Project Hail Mary. We break down why this film is currently dominating the global box office and whether the "dying art" of the movie theater experience is actually making a comeback.

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In this episode of The ColbyCast, Colby, Caleb, and Luke break down the massive Oscar sweep for Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another. We dive into why Leonardo DiCaprio’s character is secretly Jar Jar Binks, the Hitchcockian brilliance of the desert car chases, and why Chase Infiniti is the next big Hollywood superstar.

Before the main review, Colby shares his obsession with the new HBO Max medical drama The Pitt, describing it as "ER meets 24" with a "Game of Thrones" level of intensity. Plus, the boys discuss the Dune 3 trailer, Shrinking Season 3, and why Luke refuses to watch hospital shows unless they feature the cast of Scrubs.

00:00- What We're Watching- The Pitt, the Dune 3 Trailer and Shrinking Season 3 (No Spoilers)

21:00 Main Feature: One Battle After Another

26:00 The "Finding Nemo" Theme 

32:40 The Breakout Star-Chase Infiniti

42:00 Hitchcock & High-Speed Chases 

46:55 The Jar Jar Binks Hot Take

53:36 Sensei Sergio & The Vile Villains

In this episode, we bridge the gap between two very different "fight clubs." We kick things off with a tribute to the greatest Los Angeles King of all time, Anze Kopitar, who is set to retire at the end of the 2026 season. We discuss his record-breaking career, his legendary consistency, and why he’s the ultimate representative for the franchise.

Then, we dive into the gritty, industrial world of David Fincher’s 1999 masterpiece, Fight Club. Caleb shares his experience as a first-time viewer, we debate the film's controversial portrayal of toxic masculinity, and we break down the subliminal flashes that make Tyler Durden so haunting.

Chapters00:00 – Hail to the King: Anze Kopitar and NHL Trivia

05:02 – The Legend of Gordie Howe

10:09 – Why Kopi is Different

18:38 – Fight Club

27:26 – Clocking the Twist

40:03 – Toxic Masculinity & Satire

51:57 – Mind vs. Self

1:03:03 – 1999: The Greatest Year in Film?

1:09:06 – Next Week’s Pick

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In this episode, we bid a fond farewell to coaching and reflect on the life lessons we've enjoyed learning from it. Then we explore the rich storytelling of 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms,' a prequel to Game of Thrones. Join us for an in-depth analysis of character development, battle scenes, and the impact of storytelling on personal growth.

Chapters

00:00 Reflections on Coaching and Life Lessons

34:53 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms'

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In this episode, Colby and Caleb compare and contrast the 1987 film The Running Man with the 2025 film of the same name. Who did it better, the Governator or the Glenninator? We explore media manipulation, dystopian futures, settings, and campy one-liners!

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and the PWHL vs the NHL

05:58 Exploring the 1987 Film: The Running Man

28:59 Diving into the 2025 Remake of The Running Man

01:04:49 Comparative Analysis: The Governator vs the Glenninator

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In this episode, we celebrate the USA Women's and Men's Gold medal wins over Canada at the 2026 Winter Olympics. We also dive into the Netflix documentary Miracle: The Boys of 1980!

00:00 The Women's Gold Medal Game Highlights

27:05 The Men's Gold Medal Game Highlights1:00:09 Netflix Documentary Miracle: The Boys of 1980

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In this episode, we dive into the 2016 modern musical masterpiece, La La Land. This isn't just any movie review—it is a 10-year retrospective on a film that famously left Caleb and Luke "slamming their feet" and "kicking bushes" in frustration when they first saw it as teenagers.

Chapters00:00 Intro and Guess the Artist Game

07:28 Music Chat- What We've Been Listening To

14:57 La La Land 

23:23 Love Letter to Los Angeles 

29:35 Dancing on the 105 

37:34 Favorite Tracks and Themes 

42:57 Seb: Hero or Jerk? 

56:14 The Boise Argument 

01:03:08 The Epilogue and the "Gut Punch" 

01:08:17 Damien Chazelle’s Philosophy 

01:15:13 Final Thoughts and Preview of Next Week

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In this episode, we discuss a variety of topics, including our thoughts on the Super Bowl, Bad Bunny's halftime performance, and the Olympics. We then dive deep into the film The Pianist, exploring its themes of survival, the impact of music, and the complexities surrounding its director, Roman Polanski. The conversation reflects on the emotional weight of the film and the importance of small acts of kindness in dire circumstances.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Colbycast and Super Bowl Discussion

06:52 Commercials and Halftime Show Reactions

15:08 Olympics and Wonder Man Insights

21:56 The Pianist: A Deep Dive into the Film

01:03:44 Concluding Thoughts and Next Episode Teaser

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On this, our milestone 250th episode, after congratulating ourselves and talking a little bit about the future of the podcast, we take a look at the 1986 classic, Stand By Me. We dive deep into why this Stephen King adaptation is still the quintessential "coming-of-age" story, exploring everything from the bond of friendship and the loss of innocence to that messy transition into the complexities of being a teenager.

Chapters

00:00 Welcome to the Colbycast

02:14 Celebrating 250 Episodes

08:06 Future of the Colbycast

10:30 Introducing Stand By Me

22:28 Exploring Themes of Stand By Me

28:06 Character Analysis and Development

40:00 The Impact of Dialogue and Writing

49:05 Personal Reflections and Connections

01:06:01 Final Thoughts on Stand By Me

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In this episode, Colby, Caleb, and Luke discuss the idea of the "perfect" movie. What does that mean? What are our definitions? What are some of our picks for a perfect movie?

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