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Back To The Blockbuster

Back To The Blockbuster
Obsession
Spider-Man Brand New Day
Nightmare On Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors
The Batman Part II
Slasher Genre
Box Office
Dune Part Three
REC (2007 Film)
Fear (film)
Hokum
Scream 4
Sleeping With the Enemy
Academy Awards
Predator Badlands
When a Stranger Calls
Heat
Sandra Bullock
Netflix
Clueless
A Nightmare On Elm Street 2

Welcome to Back To The Blockbuster, a Playlyst original podcast hosted by Gaius Bolling and Jackson Pye. Gaius brings his industry knowledge to the conversation as he currently works Press for film & TV while Jackson brings the casual moviegoer opinion. The duo also covers milestone movie anniversaries and predicts the box office every week. In addition to the main show, Gaius also hosts a bi-week... more

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Your weekly movie news digest is here. We start with the Golden Globes controversy: Is Obsession gaming the system by going for Comedy? We debate the ethics of the campaign. Next, we analyze the critical response to Digger and whether Tom Cruise has ... more

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It’s our 300th episode, and we are celebrating in massive blockbuster style! In addition to giving details about our upcoming spinoff, The Cinema Vault, we are going all in on the latest movie news. This week, we break down the summer box office offi... more

It’s a monster episode! We’re starting with the seismic news from D23: the new X-Men cast is official, and we have ALL the details and hot takes. But the drama doesn't stop there—we’re investigating why Barbie 2 is reportedly falling apart over money... more

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This week, we’re diving headfirst into a massive week of casting news and corporate shakeups. We break down the shocking announcement that Ryan Gosling is trading his Kenenergy for hellfire as the new Ghost Rider, and discuss what David Jonsson’s rol... more

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Dustin Ripka
Guest co-host and discussion participant
Episode: Episode 301 - Obsession Goes Comedy At The Golden Globes
Destin Rivka
Helped with news; official co-host on The Civil Bot
The Civil Bot
Episode: Episode 300 - Anne Hathaway Races, X-Men Casting, & Record-Breaking Box Office!
JC Mark with the Boobies
News contributor and past guest on anniversary episodes
Episode: Episode 292 - The Reel Deal: Spider-Man’s New Day, Jump Street’s Wild Return & Sean Penn Takes on the Capitol
Mark J. Parker
Host of Release Date Rewind, invited guest for this episode
Release Date Rewind
Episode: Episode 287 - Fear - 30th Anniversary
Dustin Rybka
Back To The Blockbuster team member
Back To The Blockbuster / Cinema Vault
Episode: Episode 284 - Cinemacon News Roundup: Warner Bros., Sony Pictures, and Universal Pictures
Roger Conners
Co-host of Dark Night of the Podcast
Dark Night of the Podcast
Episode: Episode 275 - Valentine (25th Anniversary)
David Parke
Oldest friend of the hosts, returning guest who has appeared on the show before
Episode: BTTB Presents: Deep Dives - “Clueless” (30th Anniversary)
Cameron Burns
Producer of Shelby Oaks
Paper Street Pictures
Episode: Episode 263 - A Conversation About Shelby Oaks With Producer Cameron Burns
Ty Ippolito
Co-host of the Movie Vault spin-off, guest on Tales of Horror episode
The Movie Vault / Back To The Blockbuster
Episode: Episode 259 - BTTB Presents: Tales of Horror - “Se7en” (30th Anniversary)

Hosts

Gaius Bolling
Host of Back To The Blockbuster with industry background in film/TV press and studio partnerships; co-host of main show.
Jackson Pye
Co-host of main show; brings casual moviegoer perspective and conversational energy.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 131 ratings
  • Great Movie Podcast

    Essential listening for movie news. Great chemistry and a lot of fun.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dez2567
    United States4 months ago
  • Essential Listening For Movie Fans

    Updated review! Over 200 episodes in and these guys still got it! Love the chemistry between Jackson and Gaius and their approach to talking movie news and speaking on individual movies as well! Must listen for movie fans!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Esma2041
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great pod

    Gaius is incredibly inquisitive and bridges the gap between old movies and how the are still relevant today and points at the universal and timeless themes but then points out the dated portrayals in the time. It’s intriguing to see the evolution of each famous and pop culture movie.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mitchboydcoastal
    United States2 years ago
  • Awesome!!!

    I love this idea for a podcast! Hearing all of the background info is great! Gaius has a perfect voice for a podcast and the dynamic with the other hosts is great!! Going to go binge more episodes now! :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TripleGemini71
    United States2 years ago
  • Movie fans should listen

    Love this show a must listen for anyone that loves movies

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rugybro
    United States2 years ago

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The show balances nostalgia for Blockbuster-era vibes with current industry analysis and trailer breakdowns.

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Episode 301 - Obsession Goes Comedy At The Golden Globes
Q: Do you think Obsession should have been submitted as a comedy or a drama, and why?
The guests argue that Obsession is at least partly a darkly humorous experience in many audiences, but its core themes and tonal shifts make it feel more like a provocative horror/drama hybrid, suggesting that the Globes' category fraud concerns reflect real tensions between audience perception and formal classification.
Episode 263 - A Conversation About Shelby Oaks With Producer Cameron Burns
Q: What was the role of Kickstarter and Neon in shaping the final product?
Kickstarter provided essential funding that enabled creative risk-taking and later allowed for reshoots and refinement. Neon's involvement helped push the film to a wider audience, facilitated the final cut, and supported adjustments that improved the middle and ending without turning the project into a purely transactional experience.
Episode 270 - Miss Congeniality (25th Anniversary)
Q: Why do you think Miss Congeniality has endured as a crowd-pleaser 25 years later?
The film blends a sharp, energetic performance by Sandra Bullock with a strong supporting cast and a trio of tonal threads—comedy, action, and heartfelt sisterhood—that still resonates as a feel-good, empowering, and quotable piece of late-2000s cinema.
Episode 283 - Movie News, Casting, Remake & Trailer Round Up!
Q: What trailers or upcoming films are generating the most buzz right now?
The End of Oak Street trailer gets attention for its Amelie-like vibe and dinosaur sequence, while The Housemaid's Secret and various remakes/sequels are generating discussion about tone, casting, and potential box office impact.

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Blockbuster-focused discussions with a friendly, banter-heavy vibe, anchored by two hosts who blend industry insight with casual moviegoer enthusiasm. Each episode covers current cinema news, trailers, casting chatter, and box-office trends, often rotating guests to bring fresh perspectives on releases, franchises, and the evolving relationship between streaming and theatrical viewing. Noteworthy is the long-running format, milestone episodes, and a spin-off that dives into individual films with rotating guests, making it useful for listeners who want both big-picture industry context and deep dives into specific titles.

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2. Destin Rivka
3. JC Mark with the Boobies
4. Mark J. Parker
5. Dustin Rybka
6. Roger Conners
7. David Parke
8. Cameron Burns

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