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Too Old or Pure Gold Movie Podcast

Olen Vanderleeden
Comedy
Cold War
Action Movies
Clint Eastwood
1980s
Porky's
Blind Fury
John Carpenter
Cliffhanger
Wargames
Star Wars
Cocoon
An American Werewolf In London
Tootsie
Rutger Hauer
Gremlins
Remo Williams: the Adventure Begins
Gung Ho
Black Rain
Cocktail

Where Gen X nostalgia meets fresh perspectives from Millennials and Gen Z. Each week, we dive back into the iconic films of the 80s to see if they still hold up today. Join us as we debate whether these classics are cinematic gold or just a relic of the past.

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This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we see the future with The Dead Zone (1983). Christopher Walken wakes from a five-year coma with the ability to see what’s coming and quickly discovers that knowing the future isn’t exactly the superpower it sounds ... more

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This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we slow things down and spend the summer with On Golden Pond (1981). Henry Fonda and Katharine Hepburn bring us aging, family tensions, old wounds, and one extremely cantankerous Norman Thayer, while Jane Fonda trie... more

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This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we’re joined by Vinnie Tortorich to hit the mat with Vision Quest (1985). Matthew Modine plays a high-school wrestler who decides to drop weight and take on the toughest opponent around—all while navigating first lo... more

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This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, there can be only one! We’re joined once again by special guest Mark Wolters to revisit Highlander (1986), the movie that gave us immortal sword fights, Sean Connery playing an Egyptian Spaniard with a Scottish acce... more

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Recent Guests

Chris Foxel
Guest host for this episode
Episode: TOPG Ep 115: Scanners
Brad Elliott
Property master and puppeteer who worked with Jim Henson and on major films
Muppets, Jim Henson Company
Episode: TOPG Ep 114: The Dark Crystal w/ Brad Elliott
Kirk Krack
Leading freediving educator and underwater performance specialist
Performance Freediving International
Episode: TOPG Ep 112: The Abyss (1989) w/ Kirk Krack
Will Corry
Comedian, guest on the episode
Episode: TOPG Ep 109: Magnolia
Niki Mohrdar
Vancouver comedian and guest
Comedy
Episode: TOPG Ep 104: Fast Times at Ridgemont High
Caitlin Holme
GenZ firefighting sibling
Nanoose Bay Fire Department
Episode: TOPG Ep 103: Towering Inferno w/ Nanoose Bay Fire Department
Trevor Holme
GenZ firefighting sibling
Nanoose Bay Fire Department
Episode: TOPG Ep 103: Towering Inferno w/ Nanoose Bay Fire Department
Peter Kent
Actor and stuntman, longtime Arnold Schwarzenegger stunt double; inducted into Hollywood Stuntman Hall of Fame (Canadian)
Industry guest
Episode: TOPG Ep 102: True Lies with Peter Kent
Josh Flemming
Comedian, returning guest
Episode: TOPG Ep 101: Serial Mom

Hosts

Olen Vanderleeden
Host with Gen X perspective; long-running voice on the show; often steering discussions on nostalgic films.
Matthew Stockton
Co-host with Gen X/Millennial balance; frequently contributes as a regular panelist.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
  • Pure Gold

    All those movies you have fond memories of…

    Are they still watchable?

    Opa Peter is certainly the star of this bunch.

    Give it a listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TopHatJazzHands
    Canadaa year ago

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The show is seen as a reliable source for entertaining film critique with memorable quotes and moments.
Listeners appreciate deep dives into production trivia and the nostalgic setup that still feels fresh.
Praises the chemistry between hosts and guests, especially how cross-generation perspectives spark fun yet sharp debates.
Some feedback suggests occasional tonal shifts when balancing humor with heavier themes.
Guest variety is highlighted as a strength, keeping episodes lively and informative.

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TOPG Ep 114: The Dark Crystal w/ Brad Elliott
Q: How did the production manage the puppeteering on complex scenes?
Brad explains the multi-person puppeteering setup, the coordination required among operators, and how close monitoring and stagecraft were essential to bringing characters to life on camera.
TOPG Ep 114: The Dark Crystal w/ Brad Elliott
Q: Brad, what was your quick reaction after rewatching The Dark Crystal?
Brad describes nostalgic attachment to the film, praising its world-building and the tangible feel of the puppetry, while noting some pacing issues that modern audiences might find slow.
TOPG Ep 82: When Harry Met Sally
Q: Have you ever faked an orgasm?
Several participants share personal anecdotes, noting humor and cultural truth in the diner scene that reflects common dating experiences.
TOPG Ep 82: When Harry Met Sally
Q: Tom Hanks or Billy Crystal?
The panel leans toward Billy Crystal for his sharper, more energetic persona, though his acting style is divisive.
TOPG Ep 82: When Harry Met Sally
Q: Jess, do you prefer this or Sleepless in Seattle?
Jess prefers When Harry Met Sally, finding it a stronger, more timeless rom-com with better age and charm.

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This show targets fans who crave nostalgia for 80s cinema but also want fresh takes from younger generations. Episodes mix Gen X hosts with Millennial and Gen Z guests to re-examine older favorites, weighing which films still deliver, where dated sensibilities show up, and how storytelling, humor, and production hold up today. A standout strength is the cross-generational panel that blends personal memories with contemporary perspectives, often sparked by insights into acting, directing, and practical effects. The format frequently sources guest voices from puppetry, firefighting, comedy, and education, creating a broad, engaging lens on classic films and their cultural resonance.

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