In our first recording of the new year, we're talking Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story starring Vince Vaughn, Ben Stiller, Christine Taylor, Justin Long, Stephen Root, Alan Tudyk, and Jason Bateman. But first, we have a lot of What're You Watching (0:37) to catch up on: Nosferatu, I, Robot, Red One, and the Before trilogy. Then it's time to dodge a wrench as we jump into all things Dodgeball (14:55). This week we conclude with our 2025 movie resolutions for the year (1:23:40). Dodgeball hopes to seed high for our bracket, where do you think it should go?

Yeah baby, the pod is back! This week, we're talking Austin Powers International Man of Mystery starring Mike Myers, Elizabeth Hurley, Michael York, Mindy Sterling, Seth Green and Will Ferrell. But first, we cover What're You Watching (0:30): Deadpool & Wolverine, Hot Frosty, Arcane season 2, La La Land, and the How to Train Your Dragon live action trailer. Then it's time to jump into the spy-spoof (10:37) Austin Powers International Man of Mystery to dissect its funniest scenes, best actors, and the spot on writing. Before we go, enjoy another edition of Writer's Room (1:11:52). Austin Powers makes a big play for the funniest movie ever title, but will it win the season?

It's a Christmas movie! This week the guys cover the star studded Home Alone that includes Macaulay Culkin, Catherine O'Hara, Joe Pesci, Daniel Stern, John Heard, and John Candy. But first a What’re You Watching recap (0:35): Silo season 2, Star Wars Skeleton Crew, Our Little Secret, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Mutant Mayhem, and a 4 minute Survivor season 47 tangent. Then it's time for Home Alone (8:50) to cover all things cast and crew, the touching story, and all of the laughs. Is this season 1's funniest movie ever? Tune it to find out.

This week, the guys take on an often forgotten Andy Samberg and Adam Sandler movie, That's My Boy. Before dissecting the comedy (0:41) the guys dive into What're You Watching: their love for The Martian and Matt Damon, air grievances over Mission Impossible Dead Reckoning, Ripp's coming of age double-feature My Old Ass and Ladybird, and the historical short-comings that have nerds in an uproar over Gladiator 2. Then they jump into That's My Boy (10:30), covering all things burritos, Vanilla Ice, and how they've come around on this ridiculous movie. To close out the show is another edition of Writer's Room (1:25:09)Is it the funniest ever? Listen to see how it fares.

This week, the guys cover Jim Carrey's breakout movie based on the subtle art of pet detection, Ace Ventura Pet Detective. Before diving into the career-defining role the guys catch up with What're You Watching (2:07): Mrs. Doubtfire, the fall of kids TV, Scream (2022), Evil Dead Rise, and My Hero Academia. Alrighty then, it's time for Ace Ventura Pet Detective (11:17) with its ridiculous one liners and unforgettable antics. Top the episode off with a little Writer's Room (58:59). Slapstick comedies reigned in the 90s but is this the funniest? Tune in to find out.

Will Forte and Domhnall Gleeson lead Ripp's pick chronicling the birth and mayhem of the National Lampoon, it's A Futile and Stupid Gesture. But first catch up with What're You Watching (0:40): Batman Begins, Crimson Tide, Gladiator 2 trailer, Shane Gillis, a pickleball tangent, and Civil War. Then Chaps and Ripp discuss A Futile and Stupid Gesture including its many bits, the Animal House legacy, and the star studded cast including Will Forte, Domhnall Gleeson, and Joel McHale. After that, wrap things up with Writer's Room (1:08:35). Is this Netflix gem a hidden comedic masterpiece? Maybe, listen and find out.

Chaps and Ripp wrap up spooky season with Scary Movie, the hilarious parody movie that redefined the genre. The guys cover the gags, pop-culture spoofs, and the bits we still see today. Does it stand the test of time or should it stay in the 2000s? Grab your jiffy pop and listen now.

In the first of two Halloween bonus episodes, Chaps and Ripp summon the ghost with the most. It’s everyone’s favourite bio-exorcist played by Michael Keaton, Beetlejuice. They discus Keaton’s unforgettable performance, Tim Burton’s aesthetic, and what makes this a spooky favourite. Is it vying for the title for funniest ever or does is it just too lean on laughs? Hit play and find out.

Chaps and Ripp take on the hottest show on ice, because it’s provocative, Blades of Glory starring Will Ferrell, Jon Heder, Amy Poehler, Will Arnett, Jenna Fischer, and Nick Swardson. But first, a snack bracket and quick What're You Watching recap (0:28): Quiet Place Day One, Sleepy Hollow, The Sopranos, The Order, and Saturday Night. Then it's time to lace up your skates for Blades of Glory (6:27) where the guys cover all things costumes, ice cold rivalries, and the plight of prop designers. Then, top things off with the newest edition of Writer's Room (57:50). Is Blades of Glory the funniest movie ever or just a great sports comedy? Tune in to find out.

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