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Smersh Pod

John Rain
Christmas
Jurassic Park
Halloween
James Bond
Superman Returns
Krull
Aragorn
The Princess Bride
Neuroscience
Superman
Paul Verhoeven
Lois Lane
Horror Films
Street Racing
Samwise Gamgee
Star Wars
Hammer Horror
Stargate
Kurt Russell
The Thing

The award nominated film podcast that does a bit of everything.

One of Esquire's 38 Best Comedy Podcasts Around.

Hosted by John Rain.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes391Founded9 years ago
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TV & FilmComedy

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Latest Episodes

The tagline reads: "It's been more than 200 years... The beginning has just started".

Whatever that means, it's time for the Monday Night Movie Club to get together and head into deep space to try and get blood from a clone.

Recorded Feb 23rd 2026.... more

This week we’ll be getting seriously committed in order to solve a puzzle. Just what refreshes the parts you cannot reach? Who makes a suit that’s simply to die for? And who is playing with himself far too much?

Yes, it’s Asylum.

And joining me in ... more

To celebrate the birthday of Steven Seagal, John takes Dan and Dean for a choo-choo ride and discovers a whole casey of trouble. 

A Monday Night Movie Club episode from Feb 20, 2023.

Subscribe to the Patreon here and find hours and hours of exclusi... more

This week in a bit of Boon for the show, we’ll test-driving a new hog - but not just any hog, this ride is possessed by a bit of a speed demon. It eats protocol droids for breakfast, it doesn’t run on gas, and goes 0-60 on pure undiluted blood of for... more

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Recent Guests

Dean Burnett
Neuroscientist and writer
BrainStuff (as referenced in discussion)
Episode: ALIEN: RESURRECTION with Dr. Dean Burnett and Dan Thomas
Anna Savory
Guest discussing Amicus horror anthology episodes
Episode: ASYLUM with Anna Savory
Simon Love
Musician and guest discussing his work and the film
Self
Episode: I BOUGHT A VAMPIRE MOTORCYCLE with Simon Love
Martin Fitzgerald
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Episode: The Umbrella Man and Other Stories: What We Talk About When We Talk About the JFK Assassination with Martin Fitzgerald
Jim Maxwell
Guest discussing The Black Hole and his experiences/insights
Episode: THE BLACK HOLE with Jim Maxwell
David Hoare
Guest Speaker
Episode: FAST AND FURIOUS with David Hoare
Mitch Benn
Comedian, musician, and podcaster known for his work on various radio and TV programs.
Episode: BLADE RUNNER with Mitch Benn
Dan Thomas
Award-winning Welshman and special guest
Episode: ON HER MAJESTY'S SECRET SERVICE with Dan Thomas
Paul Whitelaw
Film critic and podcaster, known for his insights on cinema.
Episode: ROCKY III with Paul Whitelaw

Host

John Rain
Host of a film podcast engaging in humorous and insightful discussions about various movies with guests, combining analysis with comedic elements.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 849 ratings
  • Nice one John

    Lovely job

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    T1,000
    Australia2 months ago
  • Blade Runner wi Mitch Benn

    Love Mitch…but I feel the look on John’s face (for 2 hrs) is the same as the one Alan Partridge and Gordon Heron share while Gordon’s wife bangs on forever in the Christmas special.

    Least you can re-use all the notes you barely got to utilise.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lastparty
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Health alert.

    Tom Neenan, Tom Crowley, and especially, especially Paul Litchfield are podcast cancer. And they might be contagious... Stay away!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    BillseyeBill
    United States3 months ago
  • Awful

    Screaming is not enough to be funny.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Phonotype
    Belgium4 months ago
  • Love it!

    I love Bond & all things British, so this podcast is right up my alley. John is extremely knowledgeable about 007, he’s absolutely hysterical with his dry (& occasionally tasteless) wit, and the guests are a lotta fun. A total blast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AJ Crozby
    United States4 months ago

Listeners Say

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Some critiques note that the quality of discussion might fluctuate based on the host's personal enjoyment of the film.
The humor and intelligent insight into movies are a consistent highlight of the content.
The overall tone is described as reminiscent of humorous banter you'd experience among friends, making it feel relatable and enjoyable.
Overall, engagement with rich topics alongside witty commentary seems to resonate well with the audience.
Listeners appreciate the irreverent and light-hearted take on both popular and cult films.

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Apple Podcasts
#205
United Kingdom/Comedy

Talking Points

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RE-ANIMATOR with Dr. Dean Burnett and Dan Thomas
Q: Would a severed head enjoy sitting in a big tray of blood gravy?
A liter of oxygenated blood typically lasts between 20 and 60 seconds in the human body, so let's split the difference and say the head and brain requires 10% of the energy of the full working human body, the liter of blood can run for 10 minutes, which seems sustainable.
RE-ANIMATOR with Dr. Dean Burnett and Dan Thomas
Q: Dean, is this possible?
For what I can see in this, no. It's basically got a blackened decker which glows.
HELLBOY II: THE GOLDEN ARMY with Ryland Tews
Q: What are the specific things you don't like about the movie?
It looks beautiful, but I always leave underwhelmed. Some amazing ideas but the last act falls flat.
CASINO ROYALE with Dan Thomas
Q: Which Bond actor do you think would make the funniest noise every time he saw a naked lady?
Roger Moore would likely let out a ghostly 'Ooh' akin to a cheeky comedic scare.
CASINO ROYALE with Dan Thomas
Q: If you could swap any two Bond-themed song singers, which two would you choose?
I'd love to hear Duran Duran's voice on GoldenEye or a different artist on A View to a Kill.

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A unique blend of film analysis and comedic banter characterizes the content, where the host engages with guests to explore various films, ranging from blockbusters like the 'Fast and Furious' franchise to classics like 'Blade Runner' and 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi.' The discussions are light-hearted yet insightful, often delving into the absurdities and cultural impacts of the films. Noteworthy is the playful exchange of anecdotes, critiques, and humor, creating an engaging atmosphere akin to a casual chat among friends. This podcast stands out for its combination of entertaining commentary on beloved movies while also touching on deeper themes and nostalgia, making it appealing to both casual viewers and film enthusiasts alike.

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1. Dean Burnett
2. Anna Savory
3. Simon Love
4. Martin Fitzgerald
5. Jim Maxwell
6. David Hoare
7. Mitch Benn
8. Dan Thomas

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