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Nathan and Brendan discuss truly awful movies while trying to keep their sanity in tact. Full disclosure: We may be in love with the movies we deem terrible. New episodes uploaded every Thursday! Logo created by Mariah Lirette. Theme song by Taylor Sheasgreen of the Motorleague.

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Sometimes, teenagers should really just be played by teenagers. The guys look at the most blatantly poor age miscasting (and age gap relationships!) in cinematic history, which may also lead in to next week's movie...

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MTV presents... The Cell. OK, not really, but it seemed likely, right? The guys break down this trippy 2000s thriller starring J-Lo and the Vinces and talk about everything including the ridiculous futuristic suits, D'Onofrio's whole "vibe," weird do... more

Ever have a movie that just made you go... WHAT. Movies that left you dazed, confused and perhaps even bewildered. Well, that's what the fellas are talking about this week, which will likely tie into the next movie!

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Machine Gun Kelly starred in a movie? Hmm. Wait, he also co-directed? Uh. WAIT, HE ALSO CO-WROTE IT?! Lord. That's right, the guys chat about Good Mourning, which has to be at the tippy-top of the list of worst premises of all-time for a movie. Machi... more

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Seth Blackwell
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Patreon supporter of the podcast
Episode: TerrorVision (w/Seth Blackwell)
Ryan Gilbert
Guest, continuing month-long wrestling contributor
Episode: WWE December to Dismember (w/Ryan Gilbert)
Sharon Horwath
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Episode: Early Access - Mini-Episode: Promising Premises
Ben Gillcrist
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Episode: Mini-Episode: What Were YOU Thinking!? (w/Ben Gillcrist & Jason MacLeod)
Jason MacLeod
Guest on mini-episode; recurring participant
Episode: Mini-Episode: What Were YOU Thinking!? (w/Ben Gillcrist & Jason MacLeod)
Mariah Lirette
Christmas expert guest
Episode: Santa Claus (w/Mariah Lirette)
Montrose Monkinton III
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Episode: Gamera vs. Jiger
Montrose Munkington III
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Episode: War of the Worlds
Galen Howard
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What Were They Thinking?
Episode: Shadow Conspiracy (w/Galen Howard)

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Nathan
Co-host of the show; known for witty banter and film critique.
Brendan
Co-host of the show; brings playful, energetic critique and humor.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 128 ratings
  • More Arnold PLEASE

    Just started going through your back catalogue and got to Commando. I’ve never laughed so much at a podcast in all my life.

    If you haven’t already PLEASE can you do every Arnold film. I can listen to that all day.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dchantry
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • This is a awesome podcast unlike the movies you guys rate. You guys make me smile form hearing how bad some of these movies were. I hope you guys prosper and I must say “what were they thinking” 😑

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    NecronNeedsCoffee☕️
    5 years ago
  • Must listen!

    Put this in your weekly queue and you won’t be disappointed! Great podcast with interesting topics and banter!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pwbeatty
    United States5 years ago
  • Seriously bad (movies)

    From the absolute worst films ever made to just below tolerable, the hosts dissect em all! Always a good laugh and the chance to explore some truly horrible movies.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    H.A.H
    Canada5 years ago
  • WWTT?

    This is a podcast for people who are looking for really good movies but keep finding bad ones. The hosts pull apart a wide range of movies that really missed the mark in a funny and charming way. You'll feel like you do when having one of those conversations about a movie with you're friends wondering "WHAT WERE THEY THINKING"!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Howard m b
    United States5 years ago

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Mini-Episode: Sure, OK
Q: What movie or movies messed you up in a way that you needed to lay down after watching it?
The hosts share several contenders like The Matrix during university days, and discuss how films like Midsommar, Hereditary, and A Serbian Film disturbed them, with strong opinions about what qualifies as disturbing or sickening.
Crossroads
Q: Is Crossroads worth watching as a drunken group watch?
Yes, as a drunk-watch with friends, because the movie offers enough depth and surprising moments to fuel conversation, even if it isn't a flawless classic.
Megalopolis (w/guest co-host Jerika Layne)
Q: Jerika, what was this movie?
A sprawling, overambitious vision from Francis Ford Coppola that attempts to stage a modern-day epic about power, wealth, and megastructures, but often feels more like a series of extravagant set pieces and eccentric character relationships than a cohesive narrative.
Wrong Side of Town (w/Ryan Gilbert)
Q: What did critics think of the movie overall?
The group notes a single formal review among many fan comments, with Rotten Tomatoes audience sentiment being mixed to negative and critics largely scarce, suggesting the film appealed mainly to wrestling fans and genre audiences rather than mainstream critics.

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Two comedic hosts dissect truly awful films with sharp banter, affection, and a penchant for celebrating flawed cinema. Across episodes, they mix deep dives into movie-making misfires with playful riffs, guest perspectives from critics and enthusiasts, and recurring segments that keep conversations lively even when the movie itself is a dumpster fire. Listeners can expect a friendly, often mischievous tone, solid chemistry between co-hosts, and thoughtful critiques that balance nostalgia with critical eye, all delivered in a format that blends discussion, games, and fan-friendly trivia. A standout trait is the duo's willingness to embrace love for bad cinema while skewering questionable choices with wit, making it ideal for fans who want en... more

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