Victims and Villains

Steal this episode! Kidnap this episode! As our love of Nicolas Cage grows to discuss some of his most famous, and arguably quintessential, movies of his career: National Treasure & National Treasure: Book of Secrets. Captain Nostalgia sits down with writer, Dan Rockwood, and Victims alumni, Micah Kimber, to discuss these swash-buckling adventures. In this episode, we’re talking about Treasure’s ties to The Italian Job & Dora & the Lost City of Gold, what could be in store for chapter three, redemption and more. This episode is brought to you by our wonderful patrons at our $5 tier. Thank you for partnering with us to get mental health resources into schools, conventions and more! You can now support us on Patreon. Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here to join today!

As an added bonus this episode comes equipped with a giveaway of 5 digital codes for Rogue Warfare: Death of a Nation, available now! Plus, get to know our friends over at the Huuuh? Podcast. National Treasure & National Treasure: Book of Secrets are property of Walt Disney Studios. We do not own nor claim any rights. Both films are now streaming, as of this episode, on Disney+.

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Interview with Dean Kapsalis. Dean is the writer-director of the independent horror movie, The Swerve. Check out our review right here: http://bit.ly/vicswerve. You can now watch, The Swerve, on all digital platforms and VOD.

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This episode of Victims and Villains was written and produced by Josh “Captain Nostalgia” Burkey. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal).

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She was a controversial box office bomb. She was a young girl with a dream to be the biggest name in Las Vegas. Through 25 years of infamy, Nomi Malone has evolved into cult classic and LGBTQ sensation. Showgirls is unlike any other movie to ever gaze the big screen. It is the highest grossing NC-17 movie of all time and one of the most infamous films to ever be set to reel. Kelly Reynolds, from Boobies and Noobies Podcast (http://bit.ly/330guest), joins us to share our own memories, the ever growing reflective nature of the movie, question whether or not we understand showgirls and much more as they try and navigate what Showgirls even is. This episode covers Showgirls, You Don’t Nomi & It Doesn’t Suck: Showgirls by Adam Nayman. A portion of this podcast does address sexual assault, as did the movie, listener discretion is advised. If needed, here are the links to resources for sexual assault: http://bit.ly/330sar

If you or someone you know is reading this right now and you are struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message or tweet to us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!

This episode of Victims and Villains was written and produced by Josh “Captain Nostalgia” Burkey. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal) & Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms).

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In our last episode, we discussed Bass' beginnings as a slave and eventual free man, finding refuge in Native American territory. Here in part two, Bass will transform from whispered myth into incredible lawman. Reeves was able to boast a career of more than 20 years with over 3,000 arrests and more. Journey with us to discover who Bass Reeves was at his heart from father, lawman, and justice dispenser. 

If you or someone you know is reading this right now and you are struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message or tweet to us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!

This episode of Victims and Villains was written by Josh “Captain Nostalgia” Burkey and Caless “BlackNerdMagic” Davis. This episode was produced by Burkey, as well. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal) & Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms).

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A young boy gazes upon the big screen as his mother provides the soundtrack to the silent film right in front of him. A sepia tone blazes across every inch of the screen to reveal the film's hero: Bass Reeves. Bass Reeves is more than the subject of the movie in question. He is more than the central figure in the opening prologue to HBO's Watchmen. He is the unsung American hero that redefines what Justice means. In part one, we're addressing the not so pleasant beginnings of Bass as a child, born into slavery, and ultimately forced into the Civil War. A man who ultimately forged, for himself, a larger than life mythology. 

If you or someone you know is reading this right now and you are struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message or tweet to us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!

This episode of Victims and Villains was written by Josh “Captain Nostalgia” Burkey and Caless “BlackNerdMagic” Davis. This episode was produced by Burkey, as well. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal) & Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms).

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Charlie Kaufman is perhaps one of the most articulate filmmakers making movies today. From his debut with Being John Malkovich to Adaption and the fan-favorite Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind - Kaufman knows how to tell stories. A common theme in all of his films are his depictions of mental health. In his new movie, I’m Thinking of Ending Things, Kaufman brings Iain Reid’s 2016 book to life in a story about a girlfriend meeting her boyfriend’s parents. Kaufman tackles themes of the value of life, age, depression, and more throughout this Netflix original film. In this episode, we chronicle theories of the film, it’s need for repeat viewing, and the impactful power of depression. We’re joined by Jonathon Thompson, writer and self-publisher of the sci-fi/horror anthology, Tales from the Dead Astronaut (http://bit.ly/327guest)

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This episode of Victims and Villains was written by Celeste Mora, Dallas Mora & Kevin “The Dapper Man” Burnham. This episode was produced by Dallas Mora. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal) & Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms).

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First, they went back in time to save the future. Then they had a bogus journey and now it’s time for them to face the music. Bill and Ted are up against the clock in their long-awaited threequel, Bill and Ted Face the Music. Geek Devotions and The Dapper Man are taking over for this ride to discuss the much anticipated third chapter in the Bill & Ted saga. Did they write the song that united all of humanity? Only one way to find out, click the play button and let the conversation flow.

If you or someone you know is reading this right now and you are struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message or tweet to us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!

This episode of Victims and Villains was written by Celeste Mora, Dallas Mora & Kevin “The Dapper Man” Burnham. This episode was produced by Dallas Mora. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal) & Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms).

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We love introducing you guys to new movies that can sometimes fly under the radar. Perhaps one of my, Captain Nostalgia, favorites have been the horror movie, Z. Z is coming to Blu-Ray, DVD and digital on September 1st, 2020 and will be hitting Shudder soon as well. I had a chance to sit down with the director and co-writer, Brandon Christensen, to discuss making the film from page to screen. Check out what he had to say and remember you never know what could be hiding in your closet.

If you or someone you know is reading this right now and you are struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message or tweet to us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!

Victims and Villains is written Josh "Captain Nostalgia" Burkey (and produced by), Caless Davis, Dan Rockwood, & Brandon Miller. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal) & Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms). You can now support us on Patreon. Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to join today!

Welcome to the Cage Corner Podcast, a brand new podcast spinning out of Victims and Villains. Unaware with Victims and Villains? It is a podcast, nonprofit and entertainment website dedicated to bringing the conversation about mental health through the lens of pop culture. For this podcast, we're gonna be working our way through the entire filmography of Nicolas Cage. In our pilot episode, we're talking about the man and myth's audition tape for Joe Exotic. I mean his new movie, Grand Isle, where he faces off against Kelsey Grammar. Well, sort of? Join our crew as we breakdown the insanity of the plot, the commentary on mistreatment of veterans, where this ranks for Nicolas Cage in terms of career and more! This episode was brought to you by the fine Patrons of Victims and Villains. To which you can also be a supporter and help us get mental health resources into schools, conventions, film festivals and more. Plus, you get some exclusive content along the way. Simply click here: http://bit.ly/vavpatreon

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Music by Angelwing: https://bit.ly/awing2020

Robin Williams was a man who was beloved by millions. He was an entertainer who had an impact on a generation of children from his roles in movies like Aladdin, Jack, Flubber, Jumanji and Ms. Doubtfire. On August 11th, 2014, Williams killed himself...or at least that's what we've been lead to believe. In the new documentary, Robin's Wish, Williams' widow, Susan Schneider, debunks the media's narrative on Robin's last few years. Throughout the film, filmmakers sit down with those who knew him intimately. As well as those who understand the condition and the neurology behind the disease. Prepare yourself for the true. Robin's Wish is available on all major digital platforms beginning September 1st, 2020.

If you or someone you know is reading this right now and you are struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message or tweet to us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!

Victims and Villains is written Josh "Captain Nostalgia" Burkey (and produced by), Caless Davis, Dan Rockwood, & Brandon Miller. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal) & Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms). You can now support us on Patreon. Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to join today!