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The Doofcast

Doof! Media
Darren Aronofsky
Shogun
Poltergeist
Toranaga
Japanese Culture
The Wrestler
Noah
Requiem For a Dream
The Fountain
Black Swan
American Society
Shōgun
17th Century Japan
Blackthorn
Steven Spielberg
Toby Hooper
Film Industry
Human Nature
Cultural Clash
Loyalty and Betrayal

Scott and Matt and maybe a guest discuss and analyze movies, TV, books, and anything else we feel like talking about.

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Latest Episodes

This month, Scott and Matt returned to one of the Doof! Media favorites: Tana French as we read the 3rd book in Tana's Dublin Murder Squad series, Faithful Place!

Note: This is an unedited audio copy of the live-streamed discussion over on YouTube,... more

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This week we're back on our series, chatting about the best 25 films of the 21st century. Film #10 is Ari Aster's Hereditary.  

We are putting this list together based on the rankings of our Patrons. You can check out the list, compile your own, an... more

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This week, we chat about a movie mostly overlooked by the Academy Awards: Zach Cregger's Weapons. 

Then we chat about the 2026 Academy Awards. What we liked, what we didn't, and everything in between.

Discussion question: What is your favorite ho... more

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This week, our series covering the Oscars' Best Picture nomines for 2026 concludes with our tenth and final film: Sentimental Value.

Then, Matt and Scott each submit their ranked choice ballot of the 10 films nominated for best picture before predi... more

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Daniel Freeman
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Hosts

Scott Daly
Co-host on the primary show, frequently leads discussions and contributes to related spin-offs; affiliated with Doof Media.
Matt Freeman
Co-host and frequent collaborator; often co-leads episodes and engages in multi-format Doof Media content.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 276 ratings
  • Love following along

    I love to watch the movies the guys are going to be talking about , I get so much more from the movies listening to the discussion afterward. One of my favorite podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nib0000000
    Canada8 months ago
  • This is a legit podcast

    Found ya’ll on Kingslingers which I love! Turns out, I also love listening to ya’ll talk about movies and other stuff :) Keep talking about stuff okay? Thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LegitReviewGuyTrustMe
    United States8 months ago
  • Good Podcast - as long as they also liked that movie you loved

    I generally like and enjoy this podcast. The hosts are engaging and interesting to listen to, and when they like a movie, the dissection of its themes is usually excellent.

    …That being said, it’s a completely different show when they don’t like a movie. Despite obviously knowing that art is subjective, and even often clearly expressing that something just wasn’t “for them” they can become relentless and even mean if they personally didn’t like a movie. Woe betide the film that neither of them l... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    adarjapheth
    United Statesa year ago
  • Easy to listen to and informative

    Matt & Scott have great rapport and give good analysis on movies I love (Galaxy Quest, LOTR) and gets me to listen to reviews of things I haven't seen (Maestro). Great sound quality and repartee

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rachel Zubs
    United States2 years ago
  • Doof glorious Doof!

    Came to this via the KINGSLINGERS podcast as I was enjoying Scott and Matt’s output there so much, I wanted more.

    This is pretty much the same vibe but breaking down movies, books and games from the modern to the beloved classics.

    If you’re looking for in-depth discussion and analysis with a friendly and chill approach, look no further.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    El Garbo
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Some listeners note the show's positive tone but desire more balanced takes when critiquing loved titles.
Listeners praise the hosts' depth and breadth in discussing a wide range of media.
Many value the approachable, friendly banter and thoughtful analysis.
Audiences enjoy the consistency and quality across episodes and spin-offs.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#335 - 2026 Oscars Catch-Up: F1 & A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Episode 3
Q: What's your favorite sports movie?
The best place to answer that question is over on our subreddit.
#327 - Best 25 in the 21st: SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE
Q: Matt, what is this movie all about?
Teen Miles Morales becomes the Spider-Man of his universe and must join with five spider-powered individuals from other dimensions to stop a threat for all realities.
#321 - ALL THE PRESIDENT'S MEN
Q: How does the portrayal of journalism in 'All the President's Men' relate to today's journalistic climate?
The film raises questions about the possibility of Woodward and Bernstein existing in the current media landscape, highlighting concerns about the resources and integrity of modern journalism.
#321 - ALL THE PRESIDENT'S MEN
Q: What did you think of 'All the President's Men'?
It's great. It's riveted the whole time, with well-paced twists and turns that make it unbelievable as a true story.
#317 - Deconstructing PTA: INHERENT VICE
Q: Matt, what is this movie all about?
In 1970, drug-fueled Los Angeles private investigator Larry Doc Sportello investigates the disappearance of a former girlfriend.

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What is The Doofcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A duo (and occasional guests) deeply analyzes a wide range of media—especially cinema, television, and books—through thoughtful, personality-driven discussions. Recurring threads include deep dives into narrative structure, character motivation, and themes like ambition, governance, and societal critique, with frequent tangents into industry news and comparisons across related works. The team is known for energetic banter, detailed breakdowns, and a consistently positive, encouraging tone, making it a good fit for listeners who crave insightful analysis wrapped in a welcoming vibe. Unique strengths include strong host chemistry, a penchant for connecting current releases to broader storytelling trends, and active audience engagement across ... more

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