Podcasts by Alien Minute

The Quadfecta: Hayao Miyazaki from 2023-12-04T10:06

With the new Hayao Miyazaki film The Boy and the Heron coming out this week in the U.S., John and Mitch welcome our Ghibli fan friends Jamie Anderson and Neil Brown to discuss whether master Miyaza...

The Neo-Noir Podcast -- Episode 0 from 2023-11-17T11:26

On the inaugural episode of our new show The Neo-Noir Podcast, we welcome former Alien Minute guest Marya E. Gates to discuss classic noir, neo-noir, and two films that work as examples...

Rosemary's Baby from 2023-10-10T10:51

John and Mitch discuss Rosemary's Baby by listing their top 5 moments from the film.

Psycho Commentary from 2023-10-02T10:58

John and Mitch are joined by cinematographer Todd Norris to talk about Alfred Hitchcock's Psycho. (Recorded in 2020)

RoboCop Commentary from 2023-09-22T10:22

John, Mitch, and Jason Heck provide audio commentary for the Director's Cut of Paul Verhoeven's  RoboCop. --- Support this podcast: Listen

Alien Minute Archives: Episode 51 with Tasha Robinson from 2023-09-08T10:39

We're reaching back into the vault to replay one of our early episodes. This was back when we didn't have all the high-tech gadgets we have today, so the sound isn't as good as usual...

Blue Thunder Commentary from 2023-09-01T11:00

Jason Heck joins John and Mitch to talk while watching John Badham's 1983 helicopter thriller Blue Thunder. --- Support this podcast: Listen

Connery Classics Double Episode from 2023-08-25T10:27

For Sir Sean's birthday, we decided to give you all this two-for-one episode about multiple Sean Connery Classics. Originally recorded in 2020 and 2021 for our Patreon page with Jason Heck (...

The Summer of '83 from 2023-07-31T10:30

Jason Heck joins John and Mitch to talk about that odd Summer forty years ago when the Summer blockbusters just weren't quite as good as the ones from the year before or the year after. --- Sup...

Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part One (Spoilers!) from 2023-07-24T13:11:09

John and Mitch discuss the newest installment in the Mission Impossible series. --- Support this podcast: htt...

Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny from 2023-07-05T13:33:04

John and Mitch talk about the latest and last Indiana Jones movie. --- Support this podcast: https://podcaster...

Top Gun Commentary from 2023-07-03T10:59

Do you watch patriotic sh#t to celebrate the 4th of July? We don't, but if you do, you might enjoy this Top Gun commentary with our old pal Jason Heck who knows way too much about m...

The Quadfecta Episode 9: Wes Anderson from 2023-06-26T10:59:50

John and Mitch are joined by musician Cody Wyoming to discuss whether Wes Anderson has managed to make four truly great films in a row.

Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (Theatrical Cut) Commentary from 2023-06-20T10:51:17

John and Mitch are joined by film professor Erin Hamer-Beck to talk about Star Trek 2.

The Quadfecta Episode 8: John Carpenter from 2023-06-12T10:59:07

Did genre master John Carpenter make four truly great films in a row? Jason Heck joins John and Mitch to discuss Carpenter's career and specifically, whether a certain group of four consecut...

Mad Max 2 aka The Road Warrior Commentary from 2023-05-09T14:14:17

Cinematographer Todd Norris joins us to talk over George Miller's Mad Max 2 or The Road Warrior, as it was known in the States.  --- Support this podcast: Listen

Near Dark from 2023-04-24T08:53:50

John and Mitch discuss Kathryn Bigelow's vampire classic Near Dark.

The Quadfecta Episode 7: Brian De Palma (with Jessica Crets) from 2022-11-15T11:00

On this episode of The Quadfecta John and Mitch are joined by film and pop culture writer Jessica Crets to discuss whether Brian De Palma was able to accomplish four truly great films in a row. --...

An American Werewolf in London Commentary from 2022-10-31T12:00

John and Mitch are joined by Todd Norris to talk about John Landis' An American Werewolf in London. --- Support this podcast: Listen

Bride of Frankenstein Commentary from 2022-10-06T12:00

John and Mitch chat while watching James Whale's The Bride of Frankenstein. --- Support this podcast: https://...

Jaws Commentary from 2022-07-13T12:19:53

John and Mitch are joined by cinematographer Todd Norris to discuss Steven Spielberg's Jaws. --- Support this podcast: Listen

Alien: Resurrection from 2022-06-07T11:00

John and Mitch finally discuss Jean-Pierre Jeunet's Alien: Resurrection. --- Support this podcast: https://pod...

The Hunt for Red October Commentary from 2022-04-01T15:26:14

Jason Heck and Erin Hamer-Beck join John and Mitch to discuss John McTiernan's The Hunt for Red October. --- Support this podcast: Listen

AMP Commentary: The Hunt for Red October from 2022-04-01T10:26:14

Jason Heck and Erin Hamer-Beck join John and Mitch to discuss John McTiernan's The Hunt for Red October. 

Close Encounters of the Third Kind Commentary (Director’s Cut) from 2022-02-16T09:18:41

Cinematographer Todd Norris joins John and Mitch to talk over Steven Spielberg's Close Encounters of the Third Kind.*

*Please note that this is the DIRECTOR'S CUT and not the S...

Total Recall Commentary from 2022-02-04T09:24:55

Jason Heck joins John and Mitch to talk over Paul Verhoeven's Schwarzeneggerian classic Total Recall. 

From Russia with Love: Episode 0016 from 2022-01-24T05:00

Jason Heck joins John and Mitch to finish off From Russia With Love  by talking about minutes 105-112 which begin with poor Kronsteen feeling the effects of Klebb’s poison shoe and end with "Bon...

From Russia with Love: Episode 0015 from 2022-01-24T05:00

On the penultimate episode of 007x7, John and Mitch welcome Eric Moore to discuss minutes 98-105  which begin with Bond binding the hands of a bad guy and end with Morzeny kicking Kronsteen with...

From Russia with Love: Episode 0014 from 2022-01-24T05:00

This week John and Mitch are joined by cinematographer Todd Norris to discuss minutes 91-98 which begin with Bond learning about the sex film and end with Bond punching out a man at the rendezvo...

From Russia with Love: Episode 0013 from 2022-01-24T05:00

This week, Mitch is joined by author Mark Edlitz (The Lost Adventures of James Bond and The Many Lives of James Bond) to discuss minutes 84-91 which begin with Bond inspecting Grant’s matching Q...

From Russia with Love: Episode 0012 from 2022-01-24T05:00

This week, Mitch and John are joined by comic book writer Jason Aaron (Scalped, Southern Bastards, Star Wars, Thor) to discuss minutes 77-84 which begin with Tania telling Bond that she really l...

From Russia with Love: Episode 0011 from 2022-01-24T05:00

This week, Mitch and John are joined by author, screenwriter, and documentary filmmaker John Cork to discuss minutes 70-77 Begin with Tania in a negligee letting Karim into the compartment and e...

From Russia with Love: Episode 0010 from 2022-01-24T05:00

Suzen Kruglnska and Joe Dator are back to talk to John and Mitch about minutes 63-70 which begin with 007 receiving the cable from M and end with Karim knocking on the door to Bond’s compartment...

From Russia with Love: Episode 009 from 2022-01-24T05:00

John and Mitch once again welcome filmmaker Todd Norris to discuss 56 to 63 Begins with Bond breaking away from some tourists in the Hagia Sophia and end with Moneypenny interrupted as she liste...

From Russia with Love: Episode 008 from 2022-01-24T05:00

John and Mitch welcome author, educator, and Bond superfan Dr. Lisa Funnel back to the show to discuss minutes 49-56 of From Russia with Love which begins with Bond telling Karim to leave the as...

From Russia with Love: Episode 007 (Part II) from 2022-01-24T05:00

For this supplemental episode, John and Mitch are honored to welcome From Russia with Love and  Thunderball actress Martine Beswick. 

From Russia with Love: Episode 007 (Part I) from 2022-01-24T05:00

Film professor Erin Hamer Beck joins John and Mitch to discuss minutes 42-49 which begin with Bond telling his host that their hospitality “overwhelms me” and end with Bond accompanying Karim to...

From Russia with Love: Episode 006 from 2022-01-24T05:00

This week John and Mitch are joined by documentarian Christy Henry (upcoming documentary ROMA IN AMERICA) to talk about minutes 35-42 which begin with sewer rats on the oar of the rowboat and en...

From Russia with Love: Episode 005 from 2022-01-24T05:00

Film professor and author Dr. Cynthia Baron joins John and Mitch to talk about minutes 28-35 which begin with Bond asking Karim where he can contact Tania and end with Bond and Karim taking a ro...

From Russia with Love: Episode 004 from 2022-01-24T05:00

 This week, John and Mitch welcome Bruce Scivally, Author of James Bond: The Legacy and writer/director of Bond Documentaries to talk about minutes 21-28 which begin with M telling Bond he’s “bo...

From Russia with Love: Episode 003 (Part II) from 2022-01-24T05:00

A second examination of minutes 14-21 with author Dr. Monica Germana (Bond Girls: Body, Fashion and Gender).

From Russia with Love: Episode 003 (Part I) from 2022-01-24T05:00

This week, John and Mitch are joined by Pete the Retailer (Star Wars Minute, ABCD:TOS) and Joe Mazel (ABCD:TOS) to talk about minutes 14-21 of From Russia with Love which start with  Tatania Rom...

From Russia with Love: Episode 002 from 2022-01-24T05:00

John and Mitch are joined by Kaite Stover of the Kansas City Public Library to discuss minutes 7-14  which begin with Kronsteen handily dispatching his chess opponent and end with some people le...

From Russia with Love: Episode 001 from 2022-01-24T05:00

 John and Mitch welcome author Mark O'Connell (Catching Bullets: Memoirs of a Bond Fan) to discuss minutes 0-7 of From Russia with Love, which begin with the classic gun barrel sequence and end ...

At Last The 1963 Show from 2022-01-24T05:00

John and Mitch launch the From Russia With Love season of 007x7  with a special episode discussing the state of cinema in 1963.

Dr. No: Episode 0016 from 2022-01-24T05:00

Oft mentioned Alien Minute listener and host of the Effectively Speakingpodcast Eric Moore joins us to wrap up Dr. No.

Dr. No: Episode 0015 from 2022-01-24T05:00

This week, John and Mitch welcome marketing consultant, bon vivant, and James Bond nerd, Tom Tipton to talk about minutes 98-105 which begins with Bond emerging from the air duct and ends with B...

Dr. No: Episode 0014 from 2022-01-24T05:00

This week, John and Mitch are joined by playwright, director, actor, and theatrical designer Ron Megee to talk about minutes 91-98 which begin with Bond asking Dr. No if the toppling of missiles...

Dr. No: Episode 0013 from 2022-01-24T05:00

Film professor and author Dr. Cynthia Baron joins John and Mitch to talk about minutes 84-91 which begin with a pair of mysterious black hands pulling away Bond's blanket and end with Bond sayin...

Dr. No: Episode 0012 from 2022-01-24T05:00

Cinematographer Todd Norris joins us to talk about minutes 77-84 which begin with Bond weirdly walking away from his captors and ends with some guy walking weirdly toward Bond. 

Dr. No: Episode 0011 from 2022-01-24T05:00

Star Wars Minute hosts Pete the Retailer and Alex Robinson join John and Mitch to talk about minutes 70-77 which begin with some screechy jungle noises and end with Bond getting handcuffed.

Dr. No: Episode 0010 from 2022-01-24T05:00

Director, educator, and Oscar winning screenwriter Kevin Willmott (Blackkklansman, Da 5 Bloods, C.S.A: The Confederate States of America) joins John and Mitch to discuss minutes 63-70 which begi...

Dr. No: Episode 009 from 2022-01-24T05:00

James Bond scholar, educator, and author Dr. Lisa Funnell (Geographies, Genders, and Geopolitics of James Bond, Warrior Women: Gender, Race, and the Transnational Chinese Star) joins John and Mi...

Dr. No: Episode 008 from 2022-01-24T05:00

This week, John and Mitch are joined by Suzen Tekla Kruglnska (Rosemary's Baby 6:66, The Shining 2:37) and New Yorker Cartoonist Joe Dator to talk over minutes 49-56 which begin with 007 driving...

Dr. No: Episode 007 from 2022-01-24T05:00

Graphic Novelist Ande Parks (Ciudad, Union Station) joins John and Mitch to talk about minutes 42-49 which begin with Bond smelling his vodka and ends with Miss Taro giving him directions to her...

Dr. No: Episode 006 from 2022-01-24T05:00

Podcasters Joe Mazel (ABCDevo, ABCDTOS) and Tom Taylor (Indiana Jones Minute, ABCDevo, ABCDTOS) join John and Mitch to talk about minutes 35-42 of Dr. No, which begin with Quarrel describing the...

Dr. No: Episode 005 from 2022-01-24T05:00

Music archivist Casey Dewey drops in to talk with Mitch and John about Jamaican music and its relationship with James Bond. They also discuss minutes 28-35 of Dr. No, which begin with Bond and Q...

Dr. No: Episode 004 from 2022-01-24T05:00

Actor Ian McNeice (Dr. Who, Doc Martin, Top Secret!) pops by to chat with John and Mitch about minutes 21-28 of Dr. No, which begin with Bond's driver snacking on a cyanide capsule and end with ...

Dr. No: Episode 003 from 2022-01-24T05:00

Film Professor Erin Hamer-Beck joins John and Mitch to discuss minutes 14-21 of Dr. No, which begin with Bond sadly walking out of M's office and end with him demanding that his freshly pummeled...

Dr. No: Episode 002 from 2022-01-24T05:00

Regular Alien Minute guest/co-host Jason Heck joins John and Mitch to talk about minutes 7-14 of Dr. No, which begin with Sylvia Trench continuing her baccarat game and end with James Bond leavi...

The Kurosawa Quadfecta from 2022-01-13T09:52:12

Here's another one from the old Patreon archives. John and Mitch discuss whether Akira Kurosawa made four consecutive truly great films in a row and "argue" about which four movie run is the one...

Die Hard Commentary from 2021-12-20T09:13:01

As a holiday gift for our loyal listeners, we are giving away one of our Patreon episodes. On this audio commentary, John and Mitch are joined by Todd Norris, Erin Hamer-Beck, and Jason Heck to ...

Dr. No: Episode 001 from 2020-07-07T08:20:16

INTRODUCING 007x7! John and Mitch have taken on the assignment of investigating the James Bond films 7 minutes at a time. Here is a sneak peek at episode 001. New episodes will be available on a...

AMP Double Feature: The Terminator and The Hidden from 2020-05-04T11:32:24

WARNING: There are some audio issues on this recording. We apologize.

Mitch and John are joined by first time podcast guest Odi Opole to discuss the similarities of Jack Sholder's The Hi...

AMP Commentary: Predator from 2020-03-21T15:18:27

John and Mitch are joined by Jason Heck to create a commentary for John McTiernan's Predator.

(Instructions for cueing up the audio are in the episode and please consider coming to Patre...

The Quadfecta Episode 2: John Landis from 2020-03-12T12:34:21

On this episode of The Quadfecta, Tom Taylor from the Indiana Jones Minute, Blues Brothers Minute, and Caddyshack Minute podcasts joins us to discuss four possibly Quadfecta-worthy films by the ...

The Quadfecta Episode 1: Peter Weir from 2020-03-01T11:40:32

Cinematographer and former Alien Minute guest Todd Norris joins John and Mitch to discuss (at least) four consecutive films by Aussie auteur Peter Weir. 

AMP Special Episode - Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker from 2020-01-20T06:00

John and Mitch discuss the highs and lows of JJ Abrams' Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. 

Outpost 31: Act III of The Thing from 2019-05-31T06:00

Cody Wyoming joins John and Mitch one last time to talk about Act III of The Thing.

Outpost 31: Act II (b) of The Thing from 2019-05-30T06:00

Out intrepid hosts are once again accompanied by Cody Wyoming to talk about blood tests, practical effects, and iconic lines in Act II (b) of The Thing.

Outpost 31: Act II (a) of The Thing from 2019-05-29T06:00

Cody Wyoming returns to join Mitch and John on their journey into Act II of The Thing.

Outpost 31: Act I of The Thing from 2019-05-28T06:00

John and Mitch are joined by musician Cody Wyoming to discuss Act I of John Carpenter's The Thing.

Rumor Control: Alien 3 - Act III from 2019-04-26T06:00

John and Mitch finish their coverage of Alien 3 by covering Act III which starts with Ripley suicidally searching for the alien and ends with the closing credits.

Rumor Control: Alien 3 - Act II Part 2 from 2019-04-25T06:00

John and Mitch return for part three of their Alien 3 coverage which starts with Ripley interrogating Bishop's mangled upper torso and ends with a very Sulaco-like ship approaching Fiorina 161. ...

Rumor Control: Alien 3 - Act II Part 1 from 2019-04-24T06:00

On episode two of our Alien 3 coverage, Mitch and John begin by talking about Ripley's shower and shave and end with Ripley punching a would-be rapist in the face.

Rumor Control: Alien 3 - Act I from 2019-04-23T06:00

John and Mitch have finally returned to break down Alien 3, only this time in more manageable chunks. Episode 1 covers Act I which begins with Ripley, Newt, and Hicks riding an escape pod down t...

The Quadfecta Ep. 0 - Coppola and Kubrick from 2019-03-28T06:00

John Ingle and Mitch Brian of Alien Minute return to introduce THE QUADFECTA, a podcast dedicated to discussing the difficulty of making four truly great films in a row. 

Alien Minute Supplemental: DVD Gurus Episode on Alien Movies from 2019-03-16T22:09:57

Alien Minute co-host Mitch Brian and Aliens Minute (sometimes) co-host Jason Heck discuss movies about extraterrestrials on a Kansas City Public Radio show from 2010.

Alien Minute Supplemental: Mitch Brian&Jason Heck on James Bond from 2018-01-23T01:54:22

Today, we're presenting the first archival episode of Mitch Brian and Jason Heck's radio show The Dvd Gurus. Listen to Jason and Mitch talk to radio personality Steve Kraske about the history of...

Alien Minute Supplemental: The Last Jedi Discussion (SPOILERS!) from 2017-12-22T23:38

John and Mitch have a little chat about Star Wars Episode VIII: The Last Jedi. 

Aliens Episode 135: Freeze Frame from 2017-12-21T23:17:15

It's the final episode of Aliens Minute. Thanks, everyone!

Aliens Episode 134: Permission to Dream from 2017-12-20T23:51

In the penultimate episode of Aliens Minute, John and Mitch talk about whatever they want.

Aliens Episode 133: The Final Embrace from 2017-12-19T23:41

Today, Mitch and John discuss cheek kisses, flying crates, and dumb robot jokes.

Aliens Episode 132: The Bishop Slide from 2017-12-18T23:34

Today, Mitch and John talk about shoes, Ripley's superhuman physical abilities, and a sliding android torso.

Aliens Episode 131: Inner Jaw Jabs from 2017-12-17T23:14

Mitch Brian returns for a final week of Aliens Minute!

Aliens Episode 130: FIGHT! from 2017-12-14T23:01

John and Jason talk a little more about the Ripley v. Aliens Queen battle and then take the show completely off the rails in a shameful display of meandering jibberish. 

Aliens Episode 129: Welcome to Violence from 2017-12-13T23:47

John and Jason discuss the start of the epic battle between Ripley and the Alien Queen. 

Aliens Episode 128: Newt Picks from 2017-12-12T23:57

Today, John and Jason talk about Newt's instinct for finding hidey-holes, discuss pivotal movie puppets, and Jason makes fun of Ripley's funny run.

Aliens Episode 127: Queen Takes Bishop from 2017-12-11T23:08

Today John and Jason talk a bit about Alien 3, a bit more about Hicks, and a lot about visual effects.

Aliens Episode 126: Swift Ascension from 2017-12-10T23:53

Jason Heck joins John again as they talk about mushroom clouds, double endings, and James Cameron's eye for detail.

Aliens Episode 125: Can I Borrow a Feeling? from 2017-12-07T23:40

Scott and Chrysanthe join John one last time to talk about explosions, classical influences on the Aliens score, and a tried and true screenwriting formula.

Aliens Episode 124: The Coiled Cord from 2017-12-06T23:29

John welcomes Scott and Chrysanthe back to talk about perspectives on different eras of special effects, whether Bishop's big return works in the narrative, and we wonder about an oddly placed c...

Aliens Episode 123: The Head Cock from 2017-12-05T23:45

Scott and Chrysanthe join John again to discuss translucent teeth, titling heads, and missing dropships.

Aliens Episode 122: Thigh Master from 2017-12-04T23:39

Scott and Chrysanthe join John again to talk about slasher movie similarities, theme park possibilities, and Newt's inner thigh strength. 

Aliens Episode 121: Belching Fire from 2017-12-03T23:29

This week John is joined again by Scott Carelli of Dueling Genre Productions and musician/composer Chrysanthe Tan to talk more about reckless Ripley, shedding the egg sack, and comparisons betwe...

Aliens Episode 120: Rage Murder Ripley from 2017-11-30T23:16

George joins John one last time to talk about rage killing, ammo, and grenade belts.

Aliens Episode 119: Rancho Relaxo from 2017-11-29T23:55

John and George discuss the pros and cons of Ripley's big cathartic flamethrower tantrum. 

Aliens Episode 118: In the Queen's Chamber from 2017-11-28T23:13

Todd Norris joins John and George for one more minute to talk about smoke, slow motion, and an odd edit.

Aliens Episode 117: Eggs! from 2017-11-27T20:42:20

John and George are joined by cinematographer Todd Norris to talk about lighting, lenses, and eggs.

Aliens Episode 116: The Black Genre from 2017-11-26T23:58

John is joined today by George Hendricks of The Mogwai Minute to discuss genre blending, Edgar Wright, and properly stretching before shooting an action scene.

Aliens Episode 115: The Moistest Minute from 2017-11-16T23:24

Joe and Susan return one last time to talk about gak, goo, and other gunk.

Aliens Episode 114: One for Food, Three For Cocooning from 2017-11-15T23:41

Joe and Susan return to talk about disco, Burke's cut death scene, and we give our thoughts on the 2017 movie IT.

Aliens Episode 113: Borrowed Lightning from 2017-11-14T23:54

Susan and Joe come back to talk about Frankenstein effects, antiquated home heating methods, and our thoughts on the blowback to female action heroes.

Aliens Episode 112: Gearing Up…Again from 2017-11-13T23:30

Joe Dator and Susan Kruglinska return to talk about elevators, glowing pipes, and the historic scarcity of female action heroes.

Aliens Episode 111: Nebraska from 2017-11-12T23:03

Susan Kruglinska and Joe Dator return to talk about gear-up scenes, corn, and Bishop's programming.

Aliens Episode 110: Big Sci-Fi Movie from 2017-11-09T23:40

Lindsey Romain joins John one last time to talk about crazy lightning, Ripley's gaff tape, and Hicks' syringe.

Aliens Episode 109: Head Acid from 2017-11-08T23:33

Lindsey and John discuss different types of alien acid, Avatar, and why Bishop doesn't ask about any of the other Marines.

Aliens Episode 108: The Sinking Doll from 2017-11-07T23:58

Lindsey Romain joins John again to talk about sinking doll heads, elevator safety, and melting armor. 

Aliens Episode 107: Just Stay Still from 2017-11-06T23:11

Today, Lindsey and John discuss blow torches, pearl clutchers, and Ripley's emotional awareness. 

Aliens Episode 106: Child Endangerment from 2017-11-05T20:02:20

This week John is joined again by Lindsey Romain to discuss putting child characters in harm's way, the implied danger of water, and a few welcome changes from the first draft of the Aliens scre...

Aliens Episode 105: The Funhouse Slide from 2017-11-02T21:15:14

Mitch and John end the week by talking about sleeve grabbing, convenient slides, and other funhouse thrills.

Aliens Episode 104: This Way! from 2017-11-02T00:00

Today, Mitch and John discuss Gorman's metamorphosis, Newt's possible indifference to everybody except Ripley, and how an alien could get the jump on Vasquez.

Aliens Episode 103: The Roller Coaster from 2017-11-01T20:49

On this episode, John and Mitch discuss the ups and downs of a thrill ride, gravity-defying aliens, and a thoughtful Gorman.

Aliens Episode 102: Therefore/But from 2017-10-31T04:17

Today, Mitch and John discuss cutting torches, storytelling logic, and Burke's satisfying demise.

Aliens Episode 101: You Want Some of This? from 2017-10-30T04:07

Mitch Brian returns to talk about Bordwell's theory of intensified continuity, Hudson's heroic death, and Cameron's love of the closeup. 

Aliens Episode 100: I'd Like to Keep My Face from 2017-10-27T04:46

Tasha finishes out the week with John and Matthew Peterson to talk about why the heck Hicks puts his gosh darn face in the ceiling.

Aliens Episode 99: The Long Look Up from 2017-10-26T02:56

Today, John and Tasha are joined by Matthew Peterson from Major Spoilers and the Ten Things Series.

Aliens Episode 98: Game Time from 2017-10-25T04:15

Bryan Bishop joins John and Tasha one last time to ask: Should Vasquez have had a reading on her tracker? Should Ripley and crew have hauled ass to the fall back position in the first place? Sho...

Aliens Episode 97: Red Alert from 2017-10-24T03:52

Tasha and Bryan return to talk with John about Hicks' execution plan, Aliens chess sets, and Ripley's situational awareness.

Aliens Episode 96: I Don't Know Which Species is Worse… from 2017-10-23T04:01

Tasha Robinson from The Next Picture Show Podcast returns with Bryan Bishop of The Verge to talk about Alien themed bathrooms, Burke running out of bullsh*t, and whether or not a Xenomorph would...

Aliens Episode 95: It's History, Man! from 2017-10-20T04:53

Jason and John finish the week by talking about, prop acting, Gorman's mind state, and Newt giving orders.

Aliens Episode 94: The Clicker from 2017-10-19T04:45

Today we discuss how good effects make bad effects better, why sometimes you have to cut on action, and whether or not Newt can kill (or turn the channel on a television) with her scream.

Aliens Episode 93: A Flick of the Bic from 2017-10-18T04:22

Today, Jason and John talk about Gorman's new role, Aliens as a horror movie, and Ripley's status as an action hero.

Aliens Episode 92: Free Range Facehuggers from 2017-10-16T16:06

Jason Heck returns to talk facehugger motivation, Burke's possible plan, and what kind of glass that Med Bay window is made of.

Aliens Episode 91: Trust Issues from 2017-10-16T04:22

Jason Heck returns to talk with John about Ripley's trust issues, posit some wild theories about who might've put the facehugger in the med bay, and go on way too long about Peter Hyams' Outland...

Aliens Episode 90: The Last Breather from 2017-10-13T04:37

Todd Norris finishes out the week by talking with John and Mitch about Newt reverting to her old ways, the visual effects in Aliens, and the state of cinema in 2017.

Aliens Episode 89: I Can Take Care Of Myself from 2017-10-12T04:33

Today, Todd, John, and Mitch talk about James Cameron's sense of geography, Ripley as a soldier, and whether Burke seemed as bad in 1986 as he does today.

Aliens Episode 88: Show MeEverything from 2017-10-11T04:06

John, Mitch, and Todd discuss the odd structure of the Aliens screenplay and the lone "love" scene in the film.

Aliens Episode 87: Stay Frosty from 2017-10-10T04:48

Todd Norris returns to talk with use about the cinematography in Aliens.

Aliens Episode 86: Watch Your Fingers from 2017-10-09T04:32

This week, John and Mitch are joined by former guest Todd Norris to talk about the Blu-Ray transfer, Bishop telling a joke, and why there seemed to be a new attitude toward androids in the 80s.

Aliens Episode 85: Bishop Should Go from 2017-10-06T04:06

John and Mitch finish out the week by discussing the timing of Plan B, why Bishop is the obvious choice to go out and align the dish, and we talk about a great Sigourney Weaver moment.

Aliens Episode 84: Happy To Disappoint You from 2017-10-05T04:35

John and Mitch discuss sentry guns, ticking bombs, and missed opportunities.

Aliens Episode 83: A Bad Call from 2017-10-04T04:21

Today, John and Mitch discuss Burke's tone-deaf sales pitch, Ripley's rising rage, and doubling down on a dumb line.

Aliens Episode 82: Cameron the Explainer from 2017-10-03T04:10

Mitch and John discuss a bit of dialogue added to the Director's Cut that really bugged them.

Aliens Episode 81: Go to Sleep…And Don't Dream. from 2017-10-02T04:29

Mitch Brian returns!

Aliens Episode 80: The Monsters Are Real Talk from 2017-09-29T01:57

John Robert Wilson and Crystal Beth return for one last episode to talk about a rather morbid conversation.

Aliens Episode 79: Just a Piece of Plastic from 2017-09-28T04:33

It's nap time for Newt but Crystal Beth and John Robert Wilson are wide awake and ready to talk about med bay bunks, space heaters, and doll heads.

Aliens Episode 78: It Doesn't Mean We're Engaged Or Anything from 2017-09-27T04:28

Crystal Beth and John Robert are back to talk about proposals, tracking devices, and Tom Skerritt's face.

Aliens Episode 77: Get This Guy a Tranq Pack from 2017-09-26T04:44

John Robert and Crystal Beth return to talk about a competent Hudson, a half-hearted yawn, and some awkward pointing.

Aliens Episode 76: Why Don't You Put Her In Charge?!?! from 2017-09-25T04:20

John has returned from vacation and he put Crystal Beth in charge of co-hosting duties. They discuss Ripley's administrative strategies with Hudson, how the Xeno cocoons compare to the ones in S...

Aliens Episode 75: Is That the Only Flamethrower? from 2017-09-22T04:52

It's Kyle and Bray's last day and they finish up by talking about gear-up scenes and Michael Biehn's career.

Aliens Episode 74: It's Mostly Game Over, Man...Mostly from 2017-09-21T04:42

Kyle and Brady are back to discuss a couple of iconic lines. 

Aliens Episode 73: Drop Ship from 2017-09-20T04:17

Today, Kyle and Brady discuss the dropship crash. 

Aliens Episode 72: We're Rolling from 2017-09-19T04:34

Kyle and Brady return to talk about about the planet surface set, the different planets in the Alien universe, and Spunkmeyer getting slimed.

Aliens Episode 71: Nuke It from 2017-09-18T04:16

Kyle and Brady are back to talk about Burke and Bishop's roles within the group, whether Gorman would've authorized nukes, and another shared moment between Ripley and Hicks.

Aliens Episode 70: This Ain't Happenin' Man! from 2017-09-15T04:03

Kyle and Brady round out the week by talking about Bill Paxton performances, nerve gas, and a possible non-xenomorph Colonial Marine movie. 

Aliens Episode 69: No Man Left Behind? from 2017-09-14T04:50

Brady and Kyle from Pele Media return to talk about cocooning, Newt's thumbs-up, and the concept of no man left behind.

Aliens Episode 68: You're Just Grinding Metal! from 2017-09-13T04:35

Kyle and Brady are back to talk about the parallels between Jurassic Park and Aliens, how Hicks and Ripley are a good team, and the talk a bit about the foley work on the soundtrack.

Aliens Episode 67: Eat This from 2017-09-12T04:30

Today, Kyle and Brady talk about the death of Drake, how James Cameron puts every dollar on the screen, and the deployment of Hick's shotgun.

Aliens Episode 66: We Are Leaving! from 2017-09-11T04:00

Kyle and Brady Crane from Pele Media (Ghostbusters, Goonies, and Jurassic Park Minute) have taken over the show and today they talk about the nature of firefights, Ripley coming into her own as ...

Aliens Episode 65: Action Ripley from 2017-09-08T22:53

In their final episode Tyler and Kyle talk with John about how Ripley finally jumps fully into action, how Gorman is helpless to stop her, and how Burke seems to be more of an observer than a pa...

Aliens Episode 64: The Sarge is Gone! from 2017-09-07T04:21

What are these Marines going to do without Apone? Tyler Smith and Kyle Anderson return to talk it out.

Aliens Episode 63: Where's Bowski?!?!? from 2017-09-06T04:51

Today Kyle and Tyler join John to discuss the significance of the marines being killed in non-alien related incidents, why there is a character named Wierzbowski, and Tyler brags incessantly abo...

Aliens Episode 62: A With It Customer from 2017-09-05T04:35

Today, Tyler and Kyle return to talk about Hudson's competency, the narrative benefits of sudden death, and we bid farewell to Frost.

Aliens Episode 61: What the F@*k Are We Gonna Do Now? from 2017-09-04T04:04

This week John is joined by Battleship Pretension co-host Tyler Smith and Kyle Anderson from Nerdist to talk about the competency of the Marines, throwing characters into other genres with the s...

Aliens Episode 60: Empty Eggs&Crunchy Facehuggers from 2017-09-01T04:29

Tom Taylor and Joe Mazel join John one more time to talk about what the really happened to these poor, cocooned colonists.

Aliens Episode 59: Ripley and the Eggs from 2017-08-31T04:58

Joe and Tom are back to talk about what Ripley does and doesn't know about Xenomorph eggs.

Aliens Episode 58: Chekhov's Shotgun from 2017-08-30T04:45

Tom and Joe join John again to talk about why Gorman doesn't tell the Marines about the nuclear reactor, the benefits of ticking bomb tropes, and guns…guns…guns…

Aliens Episode 57: A Dry Heat from 2017-08-29T04:44

Today, John is joined again by Joe and Tom to talk way too much about the weather, a little about changing military portrayals in film, and we wonder why Ripley was the first to realize the Mari...

Aliens Episode 56: Busy Little Creatures from 2017-08-28T04:51

Today, John is joined by his ABCDevo co-hosts Tom Taylor and Joe Mazel to talk about talk why the Marines have to be reminded to check their targets, how Dietrich is the only one qualified to to...

Aliens Episode 55: Pete the Gorman from 2017-08-25T04:34

Pete returns for one last episode and he brought Matt Gourley (James Bonding, I Was There Too) with him to talk about Pete's desire to be Gorman in a video game scenario, whether any prequel has...

Aliens Episode 54: Lil' Buddy from 2017-08-24T04:22

Kevin Maher joins John and Pete once again to talk about Ron Cobb's atmospheric processor design, the Landmaster from Damnation Alley, and the Gilligan/Skipper-like relationship of Hudson and Ap...

Aliens Episode 53: Chet in Space from 2017-08-23T04:34

Today, John and Pete are joined by Kevin Maher from Kevin Geeks Out to talk about the many sides of Bill Paxton, James Cameron as humanist, and the use of World War II tropes in Aliens.

Aliens Episode 52: A Spooky Misdirect from 2017-08-22T04:21

Today, Pete the Retailer joins John again to talk about??????? the alphabetical android progression of the Alien franchise, the eerie misdirect of Lance Henriksen's performance in the lab, and h...

Aliens Episode 51: Hugging the Subject from 2017-08-21T04:29

Today, Pete the Retailer from Star Wars Minute and his wife Ella join us to talk about Star Wars, to further discuss Carrie Henn's performance, and to listen to John go on and on about the compo...

Aliens Episode 50: The Feminization of Ripley from 2017-08-18T04:20

Genevieve and Kyle join John one last time to talk about their first times seeing Aliens, how Hudson might be pushing the envelope on obnoxiousness, and what might be some of the applications of...

Aliens Episode 49: First Stage Comb Out from 2017-08-17T04:02

Kyle and Genevieve return to talk about Ripley as caretaker, Carrie Henn's wonderful physical performance, and why Gorman won't be babysitting any time soon.

Aliens Episode 48: Newt's Nest from 2017-08-16T04:05

John and Kyle are again joined by Genevieve Koski to praise Carrie Henn, talk about James Cameron as a screenwriter, and wonder why anybody needed that much jewelry on LV-426.

Aliens Episode 47: Snatching the Flashlight from 2017-08-15T04:25

Genevieve Koski and Kyle Crane are back again to primarily listen to John gush about Ripley grabbing a flashlight.

Aliens Episode 46: Survivor Camaraderie from 2017-08-14T04:11

This week John is joined by guest-host Kyle Crane (Ghostbusters Minute, Jurassic Park Minute) and guest Genevieve Koski (The Next Picture Show Podcast) to talk about the deftly designed lead-up ...

Aliens Episode 45: Looking for Spiders from 2017-08-11T04:34

John and Jason finish out the week by discussing Gorman's cowardly cowering, wondering whether we've reached the limit of Ripley's reticence, and speculating on the nature of Hadley's Hope's med...

Aliens Episode 44: Burn After Facehugging from 2017-08-10T04:18

Sully returns for his final episode to talk about Burke's greed, the summer movie season of 1986, and we wonder about a Coen Bros. Alien movie.

Aliens Episode 43: The Ramones of Film Composers from 2017-08-09T04:39

Today, Sully is back to discuss Syd Mead, over the shoulder tracking shots, and how James Horner was like The Ramones.

Aliens Episode 42: The Academy Hates Genre Films from 2017-08-07T16:08

Sully returns today to tell John and Jason about the first time he saw Aliens, talk about the value of character development v. backstory, and to assert that Sigourney Weaver should have won the...

Aliens Episode 41: Lean Cameron from 2017-08-07T03:59

Paul Francis Sullivan from the Sully Baseball Podcast joins Jason and John (who sounds like he's talking from the inside of a cave) to discuss James Cameron's career arc, Paul Reiser as counter-...

Aliens Episode 40: The Donut Debate from 2017-08-04T04:30

Chris Eliopoulos finishes out the week by joining John and Jason to discuss donuts, the tactical capabilities of smart guns in close quarters, and to talk about how much freedom Cameron gave to ...

Aliens Episode 39: Lot Cream @ Ignorasi from 2017-08-03T04:43

Jason and Chris are back to talk with John about the amazing Sgt. Apone, whether Ash is the father of the motion tracker, and we try to decipher one of Chris' illegible notes.

Aliens Episode 38: The Corridor from 2017-08-02T04:25

Jason Heck and Chris Eliopoulos join us to talk about marine professionalism, suspense, and damaged corridors. (There were a lot of technical and mental issues with this one. We apologize. Pleas...

Aliens Episode 37: Dirty and Difficult from 2017-08-01T04:42

Today, John is joined again by Jason Heck and Chris Eliopoulos to further explore Gorman's incompetence, discuss whether suspense is deemed a necessary element in today's movies, and go in-depth...

Aliens Episode 36: Where Everybody Knows Your Name from 2017-07-31T04:23

This week John is joined by Jason Heck and cartoonist Chris Eliopoulos to talk about dropship landings, space tractors, and why they'd need a bar on Hadley's Hope.

Aliens Episode 35: Where's the Beacon? from 2017-07-28T04:48

It's the end of the week, and Marya E. Gates and Aja Romano return one last time to talk about locating beacons, closing storm doors, and bragging about atmospheric processor production.

Aliens Episode 34: Proto-Gamer Soldier from 2017-07-27T04:15

Today, Marya and Aja are back to continue gushing over practical effects, share our feelings about Gorman's fluctuating sweat level, and discuss whether Burke is cinema's greatest weasel.

Aliens Episode 33: A Chip Off the Burke Block from 2017-07-26T04:18

Aja and Marya join John again to talk about gravity issues, when we think CGI effects are most effective, and what motivates Ripley to question Gorman about his drop experience.

Aliens Episode 32: Express Elevator to Hell from 2017-07-25T04:06

Aja Romano joins John and Marya for day two to discuss how cool and competent Ferro is, heap praise on editor Ray Lovejoy, and speculate on James Cameron's personal life.

Aliens Episode 31: Combat Seating from 2017-07-24T04:04

Today, John is joined by guest-host Marya E. Gates and guest Aja Romano to discuss Ripley's mental state as she enters the M577, how we feel about Hudson's cut tirade, and why we think the Marin...

Aliens Episode 30: Space Yuppie Nervous Hand Gestures from 2017-07-21T04:47

We finish out the week with George, Katie, and Margaret by talking about possible meaning's behind Burke's name, what motivated the design of the personnel carrier, and how Hicks seems to be int...

Aliens Episode 29: Ripley the Riveter from 2017-07-20T04:48

Katie and Margaret return to talk a ton about puppet animation, discuss our feelings about Ripley's little loader line, and wonder exactly where Bay 12 is.

Aliens Episode 28: Be My Guest from 2017-07-19T04:47

Katie and Margaret are back to talk to George and John about the loader, how long it might take to get a Class-2 rating, and Stevie Nicks lyrics.

Aliens Episode 27: A**holes and Elbows from 2017-07-18T04:30

Margaret and Katie return to talk with John and George about farmer slang, James Horner, and those super badass loaders.

Aliens Episode 26: Awwwww Maaaaaan! from 2017-07-17T04:39

This week George Hendricks from The Mogwai Minute helps John welcome character fabricators Margaret Meyer and Katie Mello to talk more about bug huntin', whiny Marines, and looser regulations on...

Aliens Episode 25: Alien Bad from 2017-07-14T04:52

Joe Dator and Susan Kruglinski join John for one last time to talk about interrupting Marines, the creative benefits of working under duress, and whether we are giving enough thought to the posi...

Aliens Episode 24: Bug Huntin' from 2017-07-13T04:01

Joe and Susan are back to talk about punchlines, cornbread, and the true meaning of a bug hunt.

Aliens Episode 23: Cornutopia from 2017-07-12T04:55

On today's episode, John is again joined by Joe Dator and Susan Kruglinski to talk about corncobs, cornbread, and whether Bishop was programmed to always offer corn to cornless Marines.

Aliens Episode 22: The Bishop from 2017-07-11T04:53

Today, New Yorker cartoonist Joe Dator and science writer Susan Kruglinski talk with John about the nature of Bishop's programming, the pros and cons of sped-up film, and the fact that Joe is a ...

Aliens Episode 21: Fleet Week from 2017-07-09T17:55

This week John is joined by the illustrious New Yorker cartoonist Joe Dator and his guest Susan Kruglinski to talk about the caricaturish nature of the Marines, to bestow more love on Vasquez, a...

Aliens Episode 20: Look Into My Eye from 2017-07-07T05:46

Tasha Robinson and Kwame Opam return one last time to talk about the lack of military decorum among the Colonial Marines, Apone's creative bird flip, and issues of appropriate racial representat...

Aliens Episode 19: A Fine Mist of Binaca from 2017-07-06T04:58

On today's episode, Kwame Opam and Tasha Robinson are back to talk about the nature of cryosleep, our mutual love of Apone, and military issue underwear.

Aliens Episode 18: A Giant Rifle Floating Through Space from 2017-07-05T04:55

The Verge's Tasha Robinson and Kwame Opam are back to talk about front loading logic cards, Jones' indifference to everything, and the intriguing design of The Sulaco. 

Aliens Episode 17: Three Monkeys and the Beach Ball From Dark Star from 2017-07-04T04:59

Tasha Robinson and Kwame Opam return to talk about Ripley's motivation for returning to LV-426, Adrian Biddle's cinematography, and Burke's possibly strange sexual habits.

Aliens Episode 16: Putting a Name to the Company from 2017-07-03T04:58

On today's episode, John welcomes The Next Picture Show's Tasha Robinson as guest host and The Verge's Kwame Opam as guest to talk about nicotine-free cigarettes, the value of giving a name to W...

Aliens Episode 15: Don't Call Me Kiddo, A**hole from 2017-06-30T04:52

Today we close out the week with Lindsey Romain and Scott Carelli by talking about corporatocracies, the cringiness of calling a woman "kiddo", and fact that Burke is a creamer.

Aliens Episode 14: Coffee Talk from 2017-06-29T03:48

Today on Alien Minute, John talks with Lindsey and Scott about coffee.

Aliens Episode 13: Shake'n Bake from 2017-06-28T12:52

Today, Lindsey Romain returns to talk with John and Scott about Shake'n Bake Colonies and the pros and cons of the Hadley's Hope addition to the Director's Cut

Aliens Episode 12: File Status Closed from 2017-06-27T04:51

After a wobbly start, John, Scott, and Lindsey have a lively discussion about the scope of Aliens as compared to Alien, what it's like to be a so-called hysterical female in the workplace, and w...

Aliens Episode 11: The Gaslighting of Ellen Ripley from 2017-06-26T04:52

This week John is accompanied by guest host Scott Carelli from the Back to the Future Minute who helps him welcome film critic Lindsey Romain to talk about the lack of physical evidence aboard t...

Aliens Episode 10: They Were Expendable from 2017-06-23T04:49

Jason Heck finishes the week by talking with us about how useless of a friend Burke is to Ripley, why Ripley doesn't accuse the company of murdering her crew, and to talk about the dubious value...

Aliens Episode 9: The Belly Burster from 2017-06-22T05:01

Jason Heck returns to further lament the theft of his beloved Pulse Rifle, to discuss the legitimacy of exposition given in dreams, and to wonder about what other parts of the body the Alien might ...

Aliens Episode 8: What are the Odds? from 2017-06-21T05:01

Mr. Jason Heck is back to help us figure out the odds of the Company finding Ripley, whether or not there was consistent subspace communication from the Nostromo, and discuss Cameron's innovative u...

Aliens Episode 7: Delivering the Cat from 2017-06-20T05:01

Jason Heck returns to say a lot of very inaccurate things about Beverly Hills Cop, talk with us about possibly sedated cats, and have his mind melted by some strange discussion of the detrimental a...

Aliens Episode 6: Now Entering Cameronland from 2017-06-19T05:01

Today Mitch and John are joined by film critic Jason Heck to talk about cynical salvagers, what went into creating the Gateway Station effect, and to argue about who has the worse bad theory about ...

Aliens Episode 5: Casual Friday from 2017-06-16T05:01

On this particularly perfunctory episode, we discuss the effectiveness of the salvager's suits, talk about a bunch of boring DVD rip related stuff, and John is baffled by how Mitch counts using "ch...

Aliens Episode 4: The Space Jaws of Life from 2017-06-15T05:01

Today, Mitch and John discuss badass blow torches, puppety arms, and flashy light shows.

Aliens Episode 3: Glitter Everywhere from 2017-06-14T04:18

Today we discuss the glittering glaze covering the inside of the Narcissus, how James Cameron evokes Ridley Scott, and we go into some screenwriting shop talk. 

Aliens Episode 2: Similar But Different from 2017-06-13T04:53

Today we finish talking about the credits, discuss how James Horner was a ripoff artist, and talk about the absence of H.R. Giger. 

Aliens Episode 1: The Blue Movie from 2017-06-12T05:01

Alien Minute returns to talk about the first half of the Aliens credits, why we selected the Theatrical Cut, and where we first came to know about Paul Reiser.

Alien Minute Supplemental 3: Alien Covenant/Twin Peaks from 2017-05-31T16:51

John and Mitch discuss Ridley Scott's Alien: Covenant, David Lynch's revival of Twin Peaks, and the immediate future of Aliens Minute.

Alien Minute Supplemental 2: Alienness from 2016-11-30T14:59

On this bonus episode of Alien Minute, we're joined by New Yorker Cartoonist Joe Dator to talk about space vampires, pausing VHS tapes, and the evolution of movie trailers.

Episode 115: The End Credits Extravaganza! from 2016-11-11T03:22

Today we say goodbye to you, our beloved listeners, by talking on and on about the more unsung members of the Alien production crew. Thanks to everyone. See you soon for Aliens.

Episode 114: Goodnight Ripley from 2016-11-10T03:30

In our penultimate episode, we discuss Ripley's seemingly random recitation of the Nostromo crew members, the prevalent use of zooms in 70s cinema, and we read an email from listener John Griffin.

Episode 113: Space Valium from 2016-11-09T03:39

In today's victorious episode we discuss drastic musical shifts, spherical lenses, and another brilliant Ripley reaction.

Episode 112: The Final Countdown from 2016-11-08T03:24

Today we talk about why Ripley turns her back on the Alien, why there's paper in the Narcissus, and how we really feel about the Alien suit.

Episode 111: Chemical Warfare from 2016-11-07T03:30

We'll be guest-free this week though today we do take a voicemail from listener Eric Moore which prompts us to discuss model making, noxious gasses, and foggy visors.

Episode 110: Lucky Star from 2016-11-04T02:44

Today we have Jon Niccum back to talk about complicated helmet designs, harpoon guns, and the history of Ripley's calming song.

Episode 109: The Wet Look from 2016-11-03T02:33

Episode 108: Not Goin' Down Like a Punk from 2016-11-02T02:36

Episode 107: Women Do Wear Long Johns from 2016-11-01T03:09

Marya returns for one last show to go deep into the subject of Ripley's striptease, discuss how we feel about the big jump scare, and we go on a tangent about the myriad issues with film Twitter.

Episode 106: A False Sense of Safety from 2016-10-31T02:30

Marya E. Gates returns to talk with us about whether Ripley actually cares that much about Jones, the motivations behind Ripley's disrobing, and the lack of feminist cinema in the 70s.

Episode 105: The Final Girl from 2016-10-28T02:30

Erin joins us one last time to discuss the cinema of 1979, more on "second" endings, and the concept of the final girl trope.

Episode 104: Three is Better Than Two from 2016-10-27T02:46

Today, Erin joins us again to talk a little about P.T. Anderson, a lot about Brian De Palma, and we say goodbye to the Commercial Towing Vessel Nostromo as it somehow explodes three times.

Episode 103: Playing as Fair as You Can Play from 2016-10-26T13:34

KCAI Instructor Erin Hamer-Beck returns to help us suss out how the Alien ended up on the shuttle, whether or not he is napping, and just how adaptive it really is.

Episode 102: Pet Carriers and Permed Bangs from 2016-10-25T02:30

Erin Hamer-Beck returns to talk with us about belching fire, focus pulling, visible c-stands, and Sigourney Weaver's legacy in Sci-Fi cinema.

Episode 101: Balance of Terror from 2016-10-24T02:18

Episode 100: Mu-th-er Gives the Finger from 2016-10-21T02:30

It's our 100th episode and Krysztoff Nemeth returns once more to talk about Ripley's justifiable temper tantrum, Mu-th-er's middle fingers, and the value of repetition.

Episode 99: Reducing the Subject from 2016-10-20T02:30

Episode 98: The Ripley Side-Eye from 2016-10-19T02:30

Krysztof Nemeth returns to discuss asynchronous ticking sounds, disorientation techniques, and an intentionally "bad" music cut.

Episode 97: I'll Buy Anything Walter Murch Sells Me from 2016-10-18T02:30

Krysztof Nemeth returns to talk about the benefits of cacophonous sound design, precariously placed cat carriers, and arguably the worst Director's Cut addition.

Episode 96: Dark Pattern from 2016-10-17T03:17

This week we welcome Krysztof Nemeth who joins us to talk about the engine room, establishing the Ripley vs. Alien scenario, and intentionally circuitous self-destruct systems. Permalink

Episode 95: The Big Shift from 2016-10-14T02:22

We finish our week with Marya E. Gates by discussing what's left of Lambert and Parker, our own personal fears, and how we read the shift to full Ripley point-of-view. Permalink

Episode 94: Requiem for a Navigator (and an Engineeer) from 2016-10-13T03:19

Today we are joined again by Marya E. Gates to talk about Parker's death, Ripley's shoes, and what exactly happened to Lambert.Permalink

Episode 93: Lambert in the Spotlight from 2016-10-12T02:34

Marya E. Gates is back to talk with us about economy of filmmaking, how we feel about the full body shot of the Alien, and whether Lambert got a fair shake. Permalink

Episode 92: Leading Up to a Jump from 2016-10-11T02:46

Marya E. Gates is back to discuss uncharacteristic cat behavior, an interesting Ash theory, and silent era filmmaker Lois Weber.Permalink

Episode 91: The Clanging of Canisters from 2016-10-10T03:54

This week we welcome Turner Classic Movies' very own Marya E. Gates to talk about clanging canisters, forgotten trackers, and to get her point of view on the Ripley/Jones relationship. Permalink

Episode 90: The Great Jones Controversy from 2016-10-07T02:51

Ian McNeice joins us again from sunny London Town to talk about some of his future roles, the great Ripley/Jones controversy, and an alternate timeline where Lambert has the flamethrower.Permalink

Episode 89: Sci-Fi Switch Flippin' from 2016-10-06T03:30

Today, Ian McNeice joins us as we pull our hair back and get down to the business of discussing ship geography, long takes, and how difficult it was to work with Milos Forman. Permalink

Episode 88: No Cavities from 2016-10-05T03:08

Ian McNeice is back to talk about the benefits of rehearsal, fighting for character moments, and Ash's cavity-free skull.Permalink

Episode 87: Raw Ash from 2016-10-04T02:59

Actor Ian McNeice returns to talk about Ash's soliloquy, an actor's preference in regards to camera setups, and working with SIGOURNEY WEAVER!!!!  Permalink

Episode 86: Exposition Has Always Been Tricky from 2016-10-03T02:15

This week we're joined by venerable character actor Ian McNeice to talk about Ash spitting up milk, a fully deflated Lambert, and the trouble with exposition-heavy performances.Permalink

Episode 85: It's Like Grappling Hooks and Jet Packs from 2016-09-30T02:36

Violet returns one last time to talk disembodied heads, a helpful exposition dump, and the clumsiest moment in the movie.Permalink

Episode 84: Just Enough Cooks from 2016-09-29T03:08

Violet Lucca is back to talk about milk spewing androids, more expository ADR, and how Alien was the product of serendipitous collaboration.Permalink

Episode 83: The Second Monster from 2016-09-28T02:39

Violet Lucca is back again to discuss a crazy suffocation scheme, the vice-grip of an android hand, and the added layer of introducing a second monster to a horror movie.  Permalink

Episode 82: The Strange Acknowledgement of an Observing Force from 2016-09-27T03:05

Violet Lucca joins us as we talk about meta camera movement, mirroring wounds, and the nature of the infamous "nudie nook".Permalink

Episode 81: A Movie Made Out of Echoes from 2016-09-26T01:34

Today we're joined by Violet Lucca from Film Comment Magazine to talk about Ash's creepy reveal, Ripley's violent reaction to it, and the use of inverted callbacks in the screenplay. Permalink

Episode 80: Crew Expendable from 2016-09-23T02:26

Tyler and David from Battleship Pretension return one last time to talk about Sigourney Weaver's brilliant performance, Dan O'Bannon's dislike of the robot subplot, and the weirdly warm feeling pro...

Episode 79: Parker Action Man from 2016-09-22T02:55

David and Tyler return to discuss MU-TH-ER's design, examine the choice to cut a certain scene, and pine for the days of a minimalist Ridley Scott.Permalink

Episode 78: Don't Follow Me from 2016-09-21T02:04

Tyler Smith and David Bax are back to talk about Parker's possible problem with Ash, Ash's problem with eye contact, and Sigourney Weaver's acting acrobatics. Permalink

Episode 77: Listen to the Most Scared Person from 2016-09-20T03:14

David Bax and Tyler Smith return to talk about Parker's recalcitrance, Lambert's fearful decisiveness, and Ripley's adaptability.Permalink

Episode 76: An Honest Scare from 2016-09-19T01:59

Today, Tyler Smith and David Bax from the Battleship Pretension Podcast join us to discuss audience reaction to the Alien reveal, how to read Ash's emotionless profile, and Tom Skeritt's wonderful ...

Episode 75: I Can't Believe This is Happening from 2016-09-16T02:20

Marlon West joins us for one last time to talk about a worried Dallas, a nervous Ripley, and a handful of goo.Permalink

Episode 74: More Information for Less Clarity from 2016-09-15T02:07

Marlon West returns to talk with us about temp music tracks, nervous navigators, and bafflingly simplistic technology. Permalink

Episode 73: The Fire Bayonette from 2016-09-14T03:08

Marlon West returns to discuss oxygen sucking flamethrowers, the subtleties of ensemble casting,  and the bravery of Dallas. Permalink

Episode 72: The Inefficiency of Apertures from 2016-09-12T21:23

Marlon West returns to discuss dynamic pull backs, creaky aperture openings, and unclear plans. Permalink

Episode 71: Unable to Compute from 2016-09-12T02:17

Marlon West from Walt Disney Animation Studios joins us this week to talk about starfield effects, obfuscating computers, and Ash's bluetooth capabilities.Permalink

Episode 70: That Ian Holm Touch from 2016-09-09T02:25

Filmmaker Bruce Branit joins us one last time to talk about Ash's apathy, Ripley's Riker role, and the nature of character arcs in 70s cinema.Permalink

Episode 69: We're Gonna Need a Better Plan from 2016-09-08T02:11

Today, Bruce Branit joins us again to talk about a frightened Parker, Dallas' plan, and a very odd line from Ash.Permalink

Episode 68: Eulogy for an Engineer from 2016-09-07T03:48

Bruce Branit returns as we bid a sad farewell to Brett and finally say hello to that beautiful Alien. Permalink

Episode 67: A Cleansing Before the Sacrifice from 2016-09-06T01:46

Bruce Branit is back to discuss googly-eyed POV shots, Psycho-like shower scenes, and Star Wars Special Edition-level missteps in the Director's Cut. Permalink

Episode 66: Through the Golden Doors from 2016-09-05T04:37

Filmmaker Bruce Branit joins us to talk about ceremonial dolly shots, rattly chains, and an unapologetically drunk Harry Dean Stanton. Permalink

Episode 65: Meowing His Way Into Infinity from 2016-09-02T02:12

Jason Heck finishes off his week by talking about dumb decisions, double cat scares, and the transgressive pleasures of horror.Permalink

Episode 64: What Could Go Wrong? from 2016-09-01T03:23

We've got Jason Heck back in the booth to discuss tension-releasing laughter, certain details in the set design, and disorientingly ambiguous POV shots.Permalink

Episode 63: Locker Room Antics from 2016-08-31T02:50

Mr. Heck returns to talk about big numbers, color design, and the anxiety that comes from untrustworthy technology. Permalink

Episode 62: Micro Changes in Air Density My @$$ from 2016-08-30T03:58

Jason Heck is back to talk about buzzing gizmos, hazardous compartments, and Ripley and Ash's shared animosity.Permalink

Episode 61: The Lights Out Moment from 2016-08-29T04:03

Jason Heck returns to talk about the the search for the chestburster, the dark "basement" of the Nostromo, and space tractors. Permalink

Episode 60: The Withering Glance from 2016-08-26T02:56

Margaret and Katie come back one last time to talk about Ash's invention, Parker's heroics, and labyrinthine corridors. Permalink

Episode 59: The New Agenda from 2016-08-25T03:50

Katie and Margaret are back to talk about kitbashing, mold making, refinery theories, and new plans. Permalink

Episode 58: Electric Funeral from 2016-08-24T04:32

Today, Margaret and Katie join us to mourn Kane, search for the chestburster, and talk about bait shooters.Permalink

Episode 57: What the F@#k Just Happened? from 2016-08-23T00:43

Katie and Margaret are back to talk about regulated doses of acid, blasts of blood, and CHEST BURSTING!Permalink

Episode 56: Space Vegemite from 2016-08-22T01:21

Today we're joined by stop-motion animation effects artists Katie Mello and Margaret Meyer to talk about what the Nostromo's food is made out of, how they go to the bathroom on the Enterprise, and ...

Episode 55: Back to the Old Freezerinos from 2016-08-19T05:32

Tasha Robinson joins us one last time to talk about Kane's undergarment, Alien slash fiction, and soba noodle salad.Permalink

Episdoe 54: Guess Who's Coming to Dinner from 2016-08-18T02:25

Dallas said to knock it off but we continue on anyway as Tasha Robinson returns to talk about color schemes, double beats, and how Ash constantly withholds information just for effect. Permalink

Episode 53: Right from 2016-08-17T03:51

Tasha Robinson returns to discuss Dallas' weary relief, why Lambert doesn't get her victorious moment, and the significance of Parker being Brett's boss.Permalink

Episode 52: Walk in the Park! from 2016-08-16T02:27

Tasha Robinson joins us again to talk about shaky seats, how Ripley has become the de-facto captain, and whether Parker and Brett are the Han and Chewy of .the Nostromo. Permalink

Episode 51: I Just Wanna Get the Hell Outta Here from 2016-08-15T03:05

On today's episode, Tasha Robinson from the Next Picture Show Podcast joins us to discuss the corridor conversation between Dallas and Ripley, the nature of their relationship, and Ripley's quiet c...

Episode 50: I Think It's Safe to Assume It's Not a Zombie from 2016-08-12T03:53

On our last episode with Matt Curione we talk about alien anatomy, Ridley Scott's elegant zooms, and the decompositional possibilities of the facehugger.   Permalink

Episode 49: Poke it with a Stick from 2016-08-11T03:39

Things are getting tense as Matt Curione joins us again to talk about misdirection, why Ripley is talking to Kane, and Noel Carroll's ideas on how to make a monster.Permalink

Episode 48: Some Really Dim Penlights from 2016-08-10T03:44

Matt Curione comes back to talk about pen lights, scary boxes, and the pleasure of acknowledging that we're in a horror movie. Permalink

Episode 47: Why Didn't Somebody Turn on the F@#*in' Lights? from 2016-08-09T01:34

Today we have Matt Curione back to talk about what kind of shoes the Nostromo crew are wearing, the use of the hand-held camera, and why nobody turned on the f@*#in' lights in the infirmary.Permalink

Episode 46: You Win This Round, Ash from 2016-08-08T04:30

New guest Matt Curione joins us to talk about who won the argument between Ash and Ripley, the introduction of the Narcissus, and the preferable musical choice of Mozart over Glenn Miller.Permalink

Episode 45: That's funny. What does it mean? from 2016-08-05T02:14

On our last episode with Crystal Beth we discuss how Ash is a condescending prick, where Ripley finally falls on the org chart, and whether or not Ash knows he's an android. Permalink

Episode 44: Do Androids Host Minute by Minute Podcasts? from 2016-08-04T04:21

Crystal Beth is back to talk about long takes, uncomfortable conversations, and a particularly glitchy podcast host. Permalink

Episode 43: The Alien: Isolation Minute from 2016-08-03T04:23

John, Mitch, and Crystal talk a little about how Parker's got the creeps  and a lot about the video game Alien: Isolation. Permalink

Episode 42: Here's Your Pen Back from 2016-08-02T03:50

Crystal Beth joins us again to talk about writing utensils, changing gears, and more blue-collar complaining. Permalink

Episode 41: They Have Asbestos in the Future? from 2016-08-01T05:40

Comedian and Podcaster Crystal Beth joins us to discuss the savant-like brilliance of Brett, the menacing quality of acid blood, and what exactly was John smoking in his parents' basement?Permalink

Episode 40: That Crap's Gonna Eat Through the Hull! from 2016-07-29T03:26

West Anthony joins us one last time to talk about Dallas' decision to remove the Facehugger, the nifty effect of metal eating acid, and to lament the choice of music during the acid blood sequence....

Episode 39: Hanson's Symphony No. 2 from 2016-07-28T04:26

West Anthony returns to talk about lasers, refrigerator logic, and whether Ridley Scott was afraid of a successful music score. Permalink

Episode 38: How Come They Don't Freeze Him!?! from 2016-07-27T03:30

Today we talk with returning guest West Anthony about the likability of the crew, Lambert smacking Ripley in the Director's Cut, and whether Dallas is starting to crack.Permalink

Episode 37: Swelling With Portent from 2016-07-26T03:56

West Anthony joins today to talk about an odd shot of Ash, the difference between Dallas and Ripley, and the absence of music in the infirmary scene.Permalink

Episode 36: The Semiotic Standard from 2016-07-25T02:53

This week, Musical Notation Podcast host West Anthony will be joining us to talk Alien. In today's episode, we discuss the relationship between Ridley Scott and Jerry Goldsmith, some of the changes...

Alien Minute Supplemental #1: The Coppola Quadfecta from 2016-07-23T03:32

This is the first of what we hope will be a series of supplemental episodes. Mitch and John discuss what they've been watching, take questions and comments, and talk about other Alien material that...

Episode 35: Nottingham Lace from 2016-07-22T04:11

On our last episode with Caitlin Horsmon we talk about cow guts, sizzling face visors, and poorly behaved cats.Permalink

Episode 34: You Have Meddled with the Primal Forces of Nature, Mr. Kane! from 2016-07-21T02:17

At the beginning of today's minute, Kane says "I'm alright." Is he? I guess we'll find out soon enough as we continue discussing eggs, alarms, and upward dripping drops with Prof. Caitlin Horsmon. ...

Episode 33: A Sadistic Position from 2016-07-20T03:20

Professor Caitlin Horsmon is back to talk with us about some cuts from Dan O'Bannon's script, leathery objects, and Alien's suggestive music mix. Permalink

Episode 32: The Parts of Ourselves We're Most Afraid Of from 2016-07-19T04:26

Caitlin Horsmon returns to talk with us about body horror, Gustave Doré etchings, and whether you can really over-analyze a movie. We're hoping the answer is no. Permalink

Episode 31: He's Just Not Man Enough To Go Out There from 2016-07-18T03:21

Today we welcome film professor Caitlin Horsmon to discuss Kane's descent into the "birth chamber", the nature of Ash's gender, and the greatest fear of American cinema. Spoiler Alert: It's not man...

Episode 30: One More Element of the Mystery from 2016-07-15T02:23

On our last episode with Pete the Retailer, we talk turntable sets, chestburster foreshadowing, and the decline of the thriller. Permalink

Episode 29: Sometimes You Just Need a Little Flavor from 2016-07-14T04:09

We welcome Pete the Retailer back to talk about establishing a sense of scale, Space Jockeys, and the possible physiology of the Derelict.Permalink

Episode 28: The Corridor Minute from 2016-07-13T04:35

Pete the Retailer is back to chat about creepy corridors, vertical venting, and hockey gloves. Permalink

Episode 27: Frequency of the Uncanny from 2016-07-12T03:50

Pete the Retailer returns to talk about children in space suits, bio-mechanical aesthetics, and how long you have to maintain a tone of dread before you break it.Permalink

Episode 26: A Heartbeat Feel from 2016-07-11T02:17

This week we welcome Pete the Retailer from The Star Wars Minute to talk about how the sound and editing in this minute shifts the mood, why Ash shows frustration, and our first clear look at the D...

Episode 25: This Movie Doesn't Care If You Like It from 2016-07-08T04:10

Sadly, it's Tom's Taylor's last day on the show. Happily, we still have a lot to talk about: like steam belching planets, derelict spacecraft, and androids on the fritz. Permalink

Episode 24: Late 70s Nonsense from 2016-07-07T02:22

Tom Taylor returns to talk with us about computer readouts, what the hell Jones is doing on the Nostromo, and one of the most questionable omissions in the '03 Director's Cut. Permalink

Episode 23: Steamed from 2016-07-06T04:51

Tom Taylor returns to talk about Parker and Brett's harassment of Ripley, whether Brett has any real agency, and how Dallas and Kane finally acknowledge Lambert's griping. Permalink

Episode 22: Tea&Crumpets from 2016-07-05T01:40

Tom Taylor is back to gush over how great Ian Holm is, discuss the juxtaposition between Ash's cozy blister and the harsh conditions of the planet, and we also talk about the innovation of using vi...

Episode 21: The Voice of "Oh No" from 2016-07-04T01:33

This week we have Tom Taylor from The Indiana Jones Minute to discuss Lambert's nightmare scenario, Ash's oddball behavior, and how Mitch is super scared of wind. Permalink

Episode 20: Do They Have Tornadoes in England? from 2016-07-01T02:39

In Jason Heck's last episode, we talk about how much Ridley Scott has changed as a filmmaker, Lambert's reaction to the idea of exploring the planet, and Ash's ability to decipher very complicated ...

Episode 19: The Classic Scotty Move from 2016-06-30T05:24

Today, Jason joins us again to talk about maintenance estimates, Parker and Brett's feelings toward Ripley, and also Star Trek…again.Permalink

Episode 18: What Would Riker Do? from 2016-06-29T03:27

Jason Heck returns to talk about crushed rocks, landing gear, whose fault it was that the Nostromo crashed…and of course, STAR TREK!Permalink

Episode 17: A Little Touch of Jaws from 2016-06-28T04:30

Jason Heck returns to help us explore the visceral quality of Alien's sound effects, the benefit of low-budget limitations in horror, and we wonder about how they landed the shuttles on Star Trek. ...

Episode 16: Like a Beautiful Whale in Water from 2016-06-27T03:37

Today, Jason Heck joins us to talk about the first time he saw Alien, the overall competency of Dallas and Crew, and the whale-like beauty of the Nostromo on descent. Permalink

Episode 15: Robovision? from 2016-06-24T02:40

On our last show with guest Todd Norris we discuss sound in space, John posits another wacky theory, and we explore Ridley Scott's hands-on approach to directing. Permalink

Episode 14: A Quasi-Faulty Technology Thing from 2016-06-23T04:15

On today's show, Todd Norris talks to us about Alien's cinematographer Derek Vanlint, we discuss a scene that was added to the Director's Cut, and we reminisce over the Golden Era of '70s sound des...

Episode 13: Ash's Administrative Strategy from 2016-06-22T04:43

On today's show we talk about power plays, how information is conveyed through the blocking of a scene, and guest Todd Norris tells us about Alien's realistic approach to portraying space.  Permalink

Episode 12: Cinematography Geek Stuff from 2016-06-21T03:41

In Episode 12, John, Mitch, and guest Todd Norris talk about aspect ratios, the distribution of character traits, and the cinematographic strategy used by Ridley Scott and crew. Permalink

Episode 11: Classic Blue Collar Bellyaching from 2016-06-20T04:14

In Episode 11 John and Mitch are joined by cinematographer Todd Norris to talk about model effects, the tension between Ripley and Lambert, and the importance of getting early laughs for your chara...

Episode 10: The Uhura of the Nostromo from 2016-06-17T04:30

In Episode 10 our intrepid hosts talk about Mu-th-ur's A.I. capabilities, the specific jobs of the crew members, and John makes more comparisons to Star Trek.Permalink

Episode 9: The Analog Future from 2016-06-16T05:25

In this episode, John and Mitch talk about similarities to 2001: A Space Odyssey, the anthropomorphizing of technology, and discuss the Overmonitoring Address Matrix.

Episode 8: Somebody Took a Shower from 2016-06-15T04:52

Today we discuss body consciousness, the introduction of Lambert, and movie novelizations.

Episode 7: A Little Extra Juice in the Pod from 2016-06-14T04:50

Today the boys talk about Kane waking up, the effectiveness of using multiple dissolves, and discuss the presence of Jones the Cat.Permalink

Episode 6: Those Receptacles Look Like Coffins from 2016-06-13T05:57

In Episode 6 we discuss the arrival of actual human characters, talk about music, and reveal that John's Grandmother thought Star Wars was Satanic.Permalink

Episode 5: Everything's Smoked Up from 2016-06-10T04:00

On today's episode we discuss the aesthetic influence of British commercial directors, talk about talking helmets, and ask the question; "Did Ridley Scott know we were going to do this podcast?" 

Episode 4: Dippy Bird Theories from 2016-06-09T04:25

In this episode, the lads discuss the presence of the storyteller, establishing the geography of the Nostromo, and those dippy birds that are all over the ship. 

Episode 3: A Certain Clinical Quality from 2016-06-08T05:12

John and Mitch talk about the design of the Nostromo, John Carpenter's Dark Star, and the presence of the camera.

Episode 2: Brilliant British Pedigree from 2016-06-07T05:45

John and Mitch discuss Ian Holm, Yaphet Kotto, and the rest of the opening credits. 

Episode 1: Fanfare from 2016-05-13T19:22

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