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The Varsity Cinema Podcast is about highlighting and encouraging film exploration, covering films that will be playing at our Des Moines, IA-based cinema house. Whether you're into Hollywood fare, the... more
FAQs about Varsity Cinema Podcast:How many episodes does Varsity Cinema Podcast have?The podcast currently has 31 episodes available.
September 18, 2023Episode 11: Interview with a LibrarianHost Keith Rich has a discussion about the Varsity Cinema Book Club with adult services librarian, Dennis Cooper, of the Des Moines Public Library. Listen here to find out all about this month's screenings! Head over to varsitydesmoines.com to secure ticketing & find out more information on films and events!...more27minPlay
August 14, 2023Episode 10: 48 Hrs.Host Keith Rich discusses the ins & outs of participating in the 48 Hour Film Project with Pat Boberg & Brian Hogan of the Tiny Explosions film collective. Listen here to find out all about this month's screenings! Head over to varsitydesmoines.com to secure ticketing & find out more information on films and events!...more40minPlay
July 16, 2023Episode 09 - Pomp and CircumstanceHost Keith Rich discusses the upcoming Fantasia 2000 screenings with Olivia Guns of the Des Moines Symphony & Academy. A classic Pixar film, an American icon brought to life, a nuclear pair and a teaser for August: listen here to find out all about this month's screenings! Head over to varsitydesmoines.com to secure ticketing & find out more information on films and events! ...more36minPlay
June 11, 2023Episode 08: Cineastes & Readers Unite!Host Keith Rich discusses the current partnership between the Varsity Cinema and the Des Moines Public Library with youth services librarian, Samantha Reid. They discuss their current Summer Literacy program and how it ties to the Varsity, alongside their Cinema Clubhouse programming. Whether it's cult classic Gregg Araki double feature with The Living End & The Doom Generation or showcasing some of Wes Anderson's finest film efforts, June at the Varsity is jam-packed with great movies for all types. Check out varsitydesmoines.com for details of upcoming showings, special events, membership details and more! ...more41minPlay
May 02, 2023Episode 07: Breaking AwayHost Keith Rich is joined by directors Courtney Crowder & Kelsey Kremer to discuss their new film, 'Shift: The RAGBRAI Documentary'. In addition to 'Shift,' we also discuss upcoming bicycle-centric screenings, 80s genre classics & much more! As always, tickets and showtimes are available at varsitydesmoines.com!...more47minPlay
April 03, 2023Episode 06: Varsity PrideHost Keith Rich discusses this month's Varsity partnership with Dan Jansen of Capital City Pride, showcasing two LGBTQ+ films, 'In From the Side' and 'Joyland'!We discuss our baseball season kickoff programming, Nicolas Cage as a vampire, Tarkovsky & Samurai Cop in the same breath (WHAT?!) and more. As always, tickets and showtimes are available at varsitydesmoines.com!...more36minPlay
March 09, 2023Episode 05: Red Carpet AffairThe Oscars are coming! The Oscars are coming! Host Keith Rich dishes about the upcoming 'Red Carpet Affair' Academy Awards live watch party that'll be taking place Sunday, March 12th at the cinema. In addition to sharing the details of the soirée, we get to meet some of the folks that keep the Varsity alive and moving and the popcorn flowing. This is a not-to-miss episode! As always, please be sure to head over to varsitydesmoines.com for ticketing to all of the Varsity's screenings! ...more36minPlay
February 03, 2023Episode 04: From Stage to ScreenHost Keith Rich holds a discussion with Tiffany Johnson and Alexis Davis of the Pyramid Theater Company and their partnership with the Varsity programming the 'Stage to Screen' series for Black History Month!As always, tickets and showtimes are available at varsitydesmoines.com! ...more47minPlay
January 13, 2023Episode 03: Based on a True StoryNew releases abound! Upcoming programming afoot! Host Keith Rich talks upcoming showings and future programming plans for the upcoming year. In addition, an interview with filmmaker Tommy Haines (Saving Brinton, Pond Hockey) is featured, discussing his newest film, Hockeyland....more28minPlay
December 08, 2022Episode 02: Opening Day ApproachesAs the title implies, opening day is finally fast approaching! Thursday, December 15th is the first day the Varsity Cinema in Des Moines will be opening its doors to the public since 2018. Host Keith Rich goes through the initial lineup and details of how to snag your tickets! ...more14minPlay
FAQs about Varsity Cinema Podcast:How many episodes does Varsity Cinema Podcast have?The podcast currently has 31 episodes available.