
Optimism Vaccine’s panel of experts and idiots explore the dingy crevices between pop culture and forgotten trash in a never-ending quest to celebrate your guilty pleasures in the world of cinema and beyond.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 300 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | TV & FilmFilm HistoryFilm Reviews | |||

THIS WEEK: Santa and the Ice Cream Bunny (1972), Bikini Bloodbath Christmas (2009) and The Grinch that Stole Bitches (2024)
Rather than purchasing thoughtful gifts for his loved ones, Steve spent his December scrolling Tubi. Merry Christmas to none.... more
THIS WEEK: Highlander II: The Quickening (1991), Highlander III: The Sorcerer AKA Highlander: The Final Dimension (1994) and Highlander: Endgame (2000)
Turns out there is a whole lot of Highlander media. Is any of it worth a damn? No. Definitely not... more
THIS WEEK: Meteor (1979) and Outland (1981)
We were short on time this week, so we turned to Steve's list of drunken half-formed ideas. Hence we're discussing two Sean Connery that vaguely deal with outer space. Does one of them take place entirely ... more
THIS WEEK: Max Headroom: 20 Minutes into the Future (1985), D.O.A. (1988) and Super Mario Bros. (1993)
We've been dancing around it for years, and now seems like the ideal time to get hooked on the brothers. That's right, we're back digging through ... more
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Whether I’m at work or catching a flight this is my favorite podcast to get in-depth, thoughtful movie analysis that I can impressive my friends with at parties. Highly recommend!
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If the words Vinegar Syndrome or psychotronic mean anything to you this is well worth a listen. Doing god’s work fellas.
Just a sweet bunch of fellas talkin Candy Man !
This is a very good podcast. Very good and funny film chatting. It is delightful.
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Offering a refreshingly irreverent take on cinema and pop culture, the discussions explore a wide range of topics from iconic horror films to obscure cinema gems, often blending humor with insightful commentary. The hosts exhibit a flair for critiquing films that straddle both the beloved and the bizarre, encouraging listeners to appreciate not just mainstream classics but also the more eccentric offerings of the film industry. By incorporating personal anecdotes and engaging banter, the content appeals to those who enjoy a playful yet thought-provoking exploration of their favorite guilty pleasure films and the complexities surrounding them.
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2. Jake Tropila
3. Jack Easton
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6. Esther Rosenfield
7. Aaron Casias
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