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Bill Murray
Kevin Costner
Natalie Portman
Dances With Wolves
Ryan Reynolds
Closer
Black Swan
Field Of Dreams
JFK
May December
What About Bob?
Tom Hardy
Ghostbusters
Kingpin
Native American Culture
Deadpool
Robin Williams
Academy Awards
Oliver Stone
Good Will Hunting

Join your host Jon Saks and a rotating pool of guests as they compete each week to draft the best movies, performances and more from the greatest entertainers of all-time! Every draft begins the same: the host and guests put their names onto a wheel. The wheel gets spun. Whomever the wheel lands on, gets to pick any film from that draft subjects career. After discussing that film, that person's na... more

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Host of Draft Class, engaged in film analysis and competitive movie drafting with a rotating panel of guests.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 63 ratings
  • Incredible podcast

    Wow! Who thought there wasn’t interesting things to ponder about film and TV? Not me, because I love this podcast! The guests have made great observations and this show gets me cracking up during my weekly commute. Great job!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tottot89
    United States9 months ago
  • A perfect pod for type-a film buffs

    If you like ranking and and analyzing your favorites films and tv stars, this is the pod for you. Oh yeah, and its full of laughs, in the words of Mickey from Rocky 2 “well, what’re we waitin’ for?”

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Salmon’s Takes
    United States2 years ago
  • The Best

    Love this pod, makes my Mondays better. When is the Coen Brothers Draft?? Thanks Jon!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ItsJulySomewhere
    United States2 years ago
  • Amazing Listen

    Jon Saks’ cinema knowledge is comparable to that of Einstein’s in Physics. Great listen, finally a show that gives the listeners what they want. Bravo!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Subtle_Mullet
    United States2 years ago
  • Good Listen

    Good, casual, and real conversations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hkhgjl
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the humorous yet insightful takes on film and performances.
Many reviews highlight the deep knowledge of film displayed by the hosts, making episodes informative and entertaining.
Listeners enjoy the nostalgic elements, often connecting personally to the films discussed.
The competitive drafting format is praised for its originality and engagement.

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#10
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#107
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#141
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#192
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#223
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Welcome to Derry
Q: What do you think of the show's tone?
I'm not sure this show tonally knows what it's trying to be.
Welcome to Derry
Q: Did this seem fresh to you or was it more of a retread?
It doesn't feel fresh because it feels like they're pulling from other very popular shows, and that's not what I wanted here.
David Cronenberg - Round 2
Q: Is there a specific moment in each character's development that stands out to you?
Yes, I appreciate how each character’s experience unfolds and how they confront their inner conflicts.
Sean Connery
Q: Who is your favorite Bond?
For me, it's Connery, like hands down.
Madonna
Q: What do you think makes a good Madonna movie?
Having her not try to be someone who isn't Madonna, it could be effective.

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The content centers around an engaging format where hosts and guests compete to draft movies, performances, and other notable works from acclaimed entertainers. Each episode explores a specific subject's career, focusing on their best films and performances through lively discussions and critiques. Listeners can expect a mix of humor and insightful analysis, as the format encourages a deep dive into cinematic achievements, often laced with nostalgic anecdotes and personal reflections from the hosts. This unique competitive drafting approach adds an entertaining twist, making it not only an informative but also a fun exploration of film and television.

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Draft Class launched 3 years ago and published 196 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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