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Heat
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Welcome to the party, pals! This is DIE HARD ON A BLANK, the podcast that explores the influence of DIE HARD on action cinema -- one action movie at a time. In each episode of DIE HARD ON A BLANK, hosts Philip Gawthorne and Liam Billingham discuss one major mainstream action movie that was released after DIE HARD. Phil and Liam break down the story, heroes, villains, action, humor and the 'DIE HAR... more

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It's DIE HARD on the Radio, Part 2: Radio Harder! We were invited back on OJ Borg's show on BBC Radio 2 where we gave OJ an 'Xmas Action Movie Quiz' for Midnight Mastermind! Check out the video (or just listen!) here and find out if the scores DID re... more

It’s Die Hard on the streets! This week on DIE HARD ON A BLANK we’re discussing Richard Donner’s 2006 action-thriller/character study 16 BLOCKS, a film that some fans consider an alt-universe DIE HARD sequel! To get to the bottom of this we enlisted ... more

It’s Die Hard in a diner! This week on DIE HARD ON A BLANK we’re discussing David Cronenberg’s masterful 2005 film A HISTORY OF VIOLENCE, a story that begins (and ends) with a DIE HARD-type scenario…and goes deep and hard on the consequences of survi... more

It’s Die Hard in a mansion!

This week on DIE HARD ON A BLANK we’re discussing the 2005 Bruce Willis action-thriller HOSTAGE! And to break it all down we brought in special guest Jim Penola!

After a fatal miscalculation in a previous siege, hostage ... more

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Recent Guests

Mitchell Beaupre
Head of editorial at Letterboxd and a Free Jack fanatic
Letterboxd
Episode: 16 BLOCKS with Mitchell Beaupre!
Jim Penola
Podcaster and film enthusiast, known for his work on The Invitation and animations balancing comedy and horror.
Episode: HOSTAGE with Jim Penola!
Blake Howard
Co-host of Miami Nice and film critic
Miami Nice
Episode: PHONE BOOTH with Miami Nice (Blake Howard and Katie Walsh)!
Katie Walsh
Film critic and writer
Episode: PHONE BOOTH with Miami Nice (Blake Howard and Katie Walsh)!
Shahir Daud
Film critic, podcast host with a decade of experience
The Only Podcast About Movies
Episode: PANIC ROOM with Shahir Daud!
Jason Bailey
Author of 'GANDOLFINI: Jim, Tony and the Life of a Legend'
Episode: THE LAST CASTLE with Jason Bailey!
Matt Strohl
Professor at the University of Montana, specializing in ancient Greek philosophy and aesthetics.
University of Montana
Episode: CHILL FACTOR with Matt Strohl!
Justin LaLiberty
Director of operations at OCN and Vinegar Syndrome
OCN and Vinegar Syndrome
Episode: DEEP BLUE SEA with Justin LaLiberty!
Matt Zoller Seitz
Editor at large and film critic of rogerebert.com
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Episode: THE MATRIX with Matt Zoller Seitz!

Hosts

Philip Gawthorne
Co-host known for his in-depth film analysis and lively discussions, showcasing a great passion for action cinema and storytelling.
Liam Billingham
Co-host with a background in hosting and film critique, known for his humor and engaging style that connects with audiences.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 104 ratings
  • Great

    I made it almost halfway through the first episode before knowing this one was a keeper

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    230&264749
    Australia2 months ago
  • Superb!

    I just discovered this pod not long after starting our own about thriller movies and it’s fantastic. It’s ruined my week but at least I have something good to listen to on the way to work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PostcardMike
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Fun Listen

    Thoughtful fun conversations about action films and their influences. Die Hard makes a great jumping off point for these discussions but they explore more beyond it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Uncle Sean
    United States8 months ago
  • Die Hard TENET Drah eiD

    I can’t tell you how much I have enjoyed this amazing stupendous, hilarious, engaging, educational, stunning, unique, collective, joyous, and never ending against. -Alex

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dbldn
    United States8 months ago
  • Instant fan!

    As I write this, I just finished catching up with the entire podcast in the span of a month. If you’re even remotely interested in 80s/90s action cinema, listen to these guys. They know their stuff and their enthusiasm is contagious. Highly recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Scott Saslow
    United States8 months ago

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Die Hard On The Radio 2: Radio Harder!
Q: What is the original title of the project that would later become known as The Last Boy Scout?
The original title was Die Hard.
Die Hard On The Radio 2: Radio Harder!
Q: What is this podcast about?
It explores the influence and legacy of Die Hard on action cinema, charting its impacts from the sequels to numerous films it has influenced in chronological order.
A HISTORY OF VIOLENCE!
Q: What is the premise of 'A History of Violence'?
It follows Tom Stall, a mild-mannered diner owner who becomes a local hero after killing two criminals during a robbery, only for a mobster to recognize him as someone from his violent past.
CHILL FACTOR with Matt Strohl!
Q: What did you think about the film 'Chill Factor'?
Matt Strohl found it delightful and remarked on its enjoyable nature despite its flaws.
DEEP BLUE SEA with Justin LaLiberty!
Q: With something like Drop Zone, how did that one come about?
Justin explains that the film was brought up because he and the hosts share a love for action films and it needed revisiting.

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