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Trailer from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.982956

Our debut episode of Who Shot Ya? drops this Friday! Make sure to subscribe!
In the premiere episode, Ricky, Alonso, and April take a call from Jason Jones. He tells the panel how insane Canada...

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Goon: Last of the Enforcers with Jason Jones from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.981849

In the premiere episode of Who Shot Ya?, Ricky Carmona, Alonso Duralde (The Wrap), and April Wolfe (LA Weekly) take a call from former Daily Show correspondent Jason Jones, on set in Calgary taping...

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American Made from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.977307

On this week's episode Ricky, Alonso, and April tackle the Tom Cruise, drug-runner film, American Made. Ricky shares his displeasure with the portrayal of Colombians in TV and movies. Plus, April i...

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Suburbicon from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.969333

This week Ricky, April, and Alonso have a lot to say about the new George Clooney movie, Suburbicon. The gang breaks down the allegations against Kevin Spacey and his history of sexual assault. Plu...

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WWII Movies and Darkest Hour with John Roderick from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.900250

Hit the deck! Because the crew is talking about Darkest Hour. John Roderick joins the gang to discuss some of his favorite war movies and his upcoming MaxFun war movie podcast, Friendly Fire. Ricky...

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Ep. 14: Bad Movies and The Disaster Artist with Elliott Kalan from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.899367

Oh hai, everyone! In light of the release of The Disaster Artist, this week the gang is talking about bad movies. You know, the movies that are so terrible, but so enjoyable, to watch. And who bett...

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Movies of the Near Future and Downsizing from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.894906

This week the gang takes a trip to the near future as they talk about Alexander Payne's newest film Downsizing. Ricky, April, and Alonso tackle the controversy surrounding Hong Chau's depiction of ...

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Cloud Atlas and Our Favorite Films that Other People Hate from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.890793

We're doing things a little differently this week. Instead of seeing a movie in theaters, we let Ricky pick one. And to the chagrin of many, he chose the Wachowski's three hour long epic, Cloud Atl...

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Winchester, Helen Mirren, and Haunted House Hunters from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.889880

Things are getting spooky this week as the gang discusses the new Helen Mirren haunted house joint, Winchester. The three hosts all had VERY different theater going experiences; some good, some bad...

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Female Protagonists in Sci-Fi, Rhea Butcher, Annihilation, and Oscar Winning Sound Editor Mark Mangini from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.876374

We've got an action packed episode this week. Ricky welcomes back his former Wham Bam Pow co-host Rhea Butcher to discuss female protagonists in sci-fi films, the overall theater going experience, ...

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80s Nostalgia, Steven Spielberg, and Ready Player One with Dave Schilling from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.871481

We got a great episode this week as Ricky, Alonso, and April welcome Birth.Movies.Death and Bleacher Report writer Dave Schilling to the program to discuss Ready Player One. The gang bemoans the ov...

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Avengers: Infinity War from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.866469

This is it! Infinity War has arrived - and the 'Who Shot Ya?' crew is ready. Drea Clark is on the program once again to discuss the biggest movie ever released, Avengers: Infinity War. They try to ...

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Movie Tech and 'Solo: A Star Wars Story' with Inkoo Kang from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.861325

We are joined by the incomparable Inkoo Kang. She's here to discuss the newest Star Wars film - Solo: A Star Wars Story. No stone is left unturned as they dissect the notoriously troubled movie. Yo...

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Weird Meat and 'Wake In Fright' with Benjamin Partridge from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.860063

This week the gang is lucky enough to be joined by Britain's own, "The Beef and Dairy Network Podcast" host, Ben Partridge. It's a staff choice episode this week, and this time it's April's pick. S...

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4th of July Spectacular: Musicals, Old News and '1776' with All Things Cozy's Matt Piwowarczyk from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.854604

It's our 4th of July episode! So naturally the gang is discussing the 1972 musical - 1776. We are joined by musical "expert" Matt Piwowarczyk of the All Things Cozy podcast. The 'Who Shot Ya?' crew...

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'Mission: Impossible - Fallout' with Brandon Johnson from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.789576

Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to listen to the newest episode of 'Who Shot Ya?', drink some Café Bustelo, and leave a five star review on Apple Podcasts. This week Ricky Carmona,...

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'Destination Wedding' and "The Who Shot-Line" with Riley Silverman from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.783647

This one is a winner. That's right, we've got the head writer for Maximum Fun's International Waters, Riley Silverman. She's on the show to talk about the new Winona Ryder and Keanu Reeves joint, D...

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We Go to 'Night School' w/ Alison Becker and Chat with Horror & Comedy Legend Lin Shaye from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.779528

There is TOO much going on in this episode. First off, our guest is the wonderful and hilarious Alison Becker. She's here to discuss the new Kevin Hart/ Tiffany Haddish vehicle, Night School. On th...

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'Suspiria' and Passing The Bechdel Test with Jamie Loftus & Caitlin Durante of 'The Bechdel Cast' from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.771712

Even though Halloween is over, we're still keeping it spooky. That's right, we're talking about our favorite "witch dance" movie of the year, Suspiria. This week we're so lucky to have the hosts of...

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'Bohemian Rhapsody' and Alonso's Christmas Minute with Film Critic Katie Walsh from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.770440

Don't stop me now! We're talking about the new Queen biopic Bohemian Rhapsody. We are so lucky this week to be joined by friend of the podcast, film critic Katie Walsh. This episode was recorded th...

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Why 'Green Book' Made Us Blue with Holly Walker from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.766224

This week we're talking about the most recent Peter Farrelly road trip movie. No, not Dumb and Dumber. Not Kingpin. Sorry, not Me, Myself & Irene. We're talking Green Book with Mahershala Ali and V...

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'Roma' and Casting Your Own Biopics with Cristela Alonzo from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.762156

It's the first 'Who Shot Ya?' of the year! And even though this episode was recorded in 2018, it's still fresh as can be. The gang is graced by the presence of the wonderful Cristela Alonzo to talk...

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Overlooked Genre Film Performances and 'Stan & Ollie' from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.758353

We've got a hot new episode of 'Who Shot Ya?' right out of the oven. Drea Clark is back in the studio to discuss the Steve Coogan and John C. Reilly two-hander, Stan & Ollie. The crew dissects the ...

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Great Music Moments in Movies and 'Miss Bala' from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.757427

This week, the original crew holds it down - April, Alonso, and Ricky. And they are tackling the new Catherine Hardwicke/Gina Rodriguez film, Miss Bala. You can rest assured that this team won't mi...

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'High Flying Bird', Steven Soderbergh, and Our Favorite Movie Worlds with Emily Fleming from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.754428

This week the gang is joined by comedian Emily Fleming (Good Mythical Morning, @Midnight) to talk about Steven Soderbergh's latest movie, High Flying Bird. The crew breaks down last week's Academy ...

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'Greta' and Our Favorite Queer "Not Queer" Films with Kristen Lopez from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.753558

A new episode to get obsessed with. But not as obsessed as Isabelle Huppert is with Chloë Grace Moretz in the movie, Greta. Which just happens to be the film that's discussed this week! The gang is...

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Does 'Dumbo' Fly? The Gang Discusses the New Tim Burton Film and the Movies They Loved as Teenagers with Janet Varney from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.749916

Elephants flying? Well this podcast flies...because it's so entertaining! Drea and Alonso are joined by The JV Club host, writer and actor, Janet Varney. They discuss the new Tim Burton remake, Dum...

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'Avengers: Endgame' and Fond Farewells from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.746145

In this episode, the gang says "auf wiedersehen" to two beloved powerhouses - The Avengers, and more importantly, our beloved host Ricky Carmona. But don't worry, this is a fond farewell, with Rick...

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'Always Be My Maybe' with Atsuko Okatsu and Ify Nwadiwe from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.741461

Always Be My Maybe   This week’s episode is ROMCASTIC! Ify Nwadiwe returns as guest host and we’ve ALSO got comedian slash actress slash host of Let's Go Atsuko!, Atsuko Okatsu, to talk Always Be ...

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'Yesterday', Ify Gets Grilled, and Tween-Friendly Queer Cinema with Laura Sirikul from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.736666

This week marks Ify's first official episode as our host, and as an initiation to the show, Drea and Alonso GRILL him on his movie preferences. The gang is also joined by freelance writer and manag...

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'Once Upon a Time In Hollywood' and Sometimes It Snows In April from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.690197

Lots of feelings on this show! It's our 100th episode, we say goodbye to our beloved April Wolfe, and we're talking about the controversial new Quentin Tarantino film Once Upon a Time In Hollywood....

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Justice For Han! - 'Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw' with William Bibbiani and Jen Yamato from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.689170

These aren't just podcasts partners...they're family. Alonso is joined by film critic and host of the 'Canceled Too Soon' podcast William Bibbiani. He's also joined by film reporter for the LA Time...

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Dances with Avatars - The Gang Talks 'Avatar' and Their Favorite Sexy Movies from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.684890

The year...2154. The planet...Pandora. The podcast...Who Shot Ya? Alonso is back from the Venice Film Festival to talk about the forgotten 2009 film, Avatar. The crew answers a call from the Who Sh...

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'Judy' with The Incomparable Louis Virtel from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.681102

We're bringing in the big guns for this episode. We're talking Judy this week so it was vital that we get the one and only Louis Virtel on the program. We're also discussing the films we wish were ...

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'Jojo Rabbit' and the Return of the Christmas Zaddy from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.676746

This one's packed, you guys. The gang discusses the "anti-hate satire" Jojo Rabbit. They answer a question from the Who Shotline about dealing with problematic characters. Plus, it's the official r...

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'Terminator: Dark Fate' with Cecil Castellucci from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.674590

Today we are so lucky to be joined by novelist and Eisner nominated comic book writer, Cecil Castellucci. She and the crew discuss the underseen and underrated Terminator: Dark Fate. The gang also ...

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‘Knives Out’ and the Return of Inkoo Kang from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.662725

Look behind you! It can’t be! She’s back! That’s right, the one and only Inkoo Kang has returned to the show to discuss Knives Out. We also talk about the movie soundtracks that have been burned in...

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‘Marriage Story’ and the Most Memorable On-Screen Couples with Writer/Director Todd Berger from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.659560

New year, new episode! We are joined by writer/director Todd Berger (It’s a Disaster, Cover Versions) to discuss the devastating new film Marriage Story. And speaking of relationships, we also talk...

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‘The Rhythm Section’ and Ify’s Review of the ‘F9’ Trailer from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.654775

“We are a paaaart of the Rhyyythm Nation!” – errrr, I mean, Section. The Rhythm Section. That’s the movie we’re talking about this week. Anywho, we are joined by our good friend Joelle Monique to d...

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‘The Invisible Man’ with Moujan Zolfaghari of ‘Mission to Zyxx’ from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.651298

Moujan Zolfaghari from the Mission to Zyxx podcast joins Drea, Alonso, and Joelle to discuss The Invisible Man.

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'Crip Camp' and "This Is Your Movie Life" with IndieWire's Kristen Lopez from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.647957

TV Editor for IndieWire Kristen Lopez joins Ify, Alonso, and Drea to discuss the new Netflix documentary ‘Crip Camp.’

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‘The Half of It’ and Quarantine Roommate Draft from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.644363

Ify, Drea, and Alonso discuss Alice Wu’s latest rom-com ‘The Half of It.’ Plus, they chat about the movies that meant the most to them in their mid-twenties. And they draft possible movie character...

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'How to Build a Girl' and One Location Films with Elizabeth Laime from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.643373

Elizabeth Laime joins us to talk about ‘How to Build a Girl,’ the movies that meant the most to us in our early 30’s, and our favorite one location films.

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Fast Cast Part 3: ‘Fast Five’ vs. 'Fast & Furious 6' with Jon Gabrus from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.639919

Ify, Drea, Alonso, and Jon Gabrus, against all odds, still have nitrous oxide in their blood and gas tanks for brains

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‘Gremlins 2: The New Batch’ with Leonard Maltin from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.598534

“We warned you. Remember the rules. You didn’t listen.”

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‘Ghost’ with Nicole Byer from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.594213

The magnificent Nicole Byer (Nailed It!) joins Ify, Drea, and Alonso to talk about her dual passions; ‘Ghost’ and ’90 Day Fiancé.’

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‘Bill & Ted Face the Music’ with Cody Ziglar from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.586562

The magnificent Cody Ziglar (The Dark Weeb) joins Ify, Drea, and Alonso to discuss another foundational movie trilogy finale, ‘Bill & Ted Face the Music.’

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The Boys Are Back to Banter ‘Bout ‘The Boys in the Band’ from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.581883

We’re chatting ’bout The Boys in the Band! Our beloved historian Alonso has a great deal to inform Drea and Ify about the history, context, and cultural impact of the original play and movie. He al...

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‘Bad Hair’ with Inkoo Kang from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.578121

Inkoo is back! And we’re talking about Justin Simien’s ‘Bad Hair,’ Pedro Almodóvar, and keeping our cool during election week.

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‘Happiest Season’ with Jordan Crucchiola from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.574420

We discuss a movie basically tailor-made for Who Shot Ya? with our good friend Jordan Crucchiola!

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End of Year Extravaganza! The Whoshie Awards and Our Top 10 Movies of 2020 from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.570816

It’s our annual bloated end of year special! We hand out the prestigious Whoshie Awards and name our Top 10 Movies of 2020!

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“Hey! We Actually Liked Wonder Woman 1984!” from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.569966

Our good friend Joelle Monique joins us to bravely proclaim “Hey! There are things that we enjoyed in Wonder Woman 1984!”

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‘One Night in Miami’ with ‘Screen Drafts’ Co-Host Clay Keller from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.566125

‘Screen Drafts’ co-host Clay Keller joins us to chat about ‘One Night in Miami,’ pestering cast members of ‘Broadcast News,’ and Sundance.

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‘Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar’ with ‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’s’ Mary Elizabeth Ellis from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.562633

Mary Elizabeth Ellis (It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Santa Clarita Diet) joins the crew to discuss ‘Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar.’

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Steve McQueen’s ‘Mangrove’ and ‘Red, White and Blue’ from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.558870

This week we are diving into Steve McQueen’s ‘Small Axe’ series on Amazon Prime by discussing two of the films; ‘Mangrove’ and ‘Red, White and Blue.’

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‘Godzilla vs. Kong’ with Heather Anne Campbell from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.558042

We have a Kaiju-sized episode this week! We are joined by the wonderful Heather Anne Campbell (How Did This Get Played?) to discuss ‘Godzilla vs. Kong.’

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‘Pacific Rim’ with The Flop House’s Elliott Kalan from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.553977

For the first week of the 2021 MaxFunDrive, we are joined by The Flop House’s Elliott Kalan to talk about ‘Pacific Rim,’ Kaiju, Mechas, and other big boys.

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And The Winner Is... from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.549696

We announce the new name for our show!

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‘Together Together’ with Riley Silverman from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.548865

Our friend Riley Silverman joins us to talk about Neil Gaiman, Patti Harrison, and our favorite movie title graphics.

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'F9' with Demi Adejuyigbe from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.544794

Our 200th episode contains explosions, intense action sequences, and thirsting over Helen Mirren. Buckle up!

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'Zola' and "Up All Night" Movies from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.543907

Let’s all take a metaphorical and horrifying trip down to Tampa as we discuss Janicza Bravo’s ‘Zola.’

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‘The Green Knight’ and an A24 Quiz with Letterboxd’s BRAT Mia Vicino from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.540252

Mia Vicino (a.k.a. BRAT on Letterboxd) joins the gang to chat about The Green Knight, A24, and, of course, Mamma Mia: Here We Go Again!

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‘Annette’ and the Maximum Film Hall of Excellence from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.501577

Does Adam Driver have what it takes to secure a place in the Maximum Film Hall of Excellence?

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‘The Mad Women’s Ball’ with Julia Prescott from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.497561

We discuss ‘The Mad Women’s Ball’ with the “The Young Pope of Citywalk” – Julia Prescott.

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‘Butcher, Baker, Nightmare Maker’ with Horror Director Sam Wineman from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.496635

The director of the upcoming queer horror documentary on Shudder, Sam Wineman, joins us to chat about the pivotal queer horror work, ‘Butcher, Baker, Nightmare Maker.’

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'Dune' is For Lovers of Bureaucracy and Economics from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.490634

We discuss the latest film by Ify’s best friend Timothée Chalamet.

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Getting Groovy with ‘Last Night in Soho’ from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.486426

It’s the “Swinging Sixties” with the “Swinging Podcast Hosts!” Plus, we answer a question on the ‘Hotline’ regarding uncomfortable, yet satisfying, movie-watching experiences.

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Episode 227: ‘The Matrix Resurrections’ Is Nonbinary AF from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.481342

This episode marks an important but sad milestone: The show bids adieu to super producer Casey O’Brien. It’s a bittersweet moment for all, but for Drea in particular as she loses the one person at ...

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Episode 231: 'Eternals' with Angie Han from 2022-02-22T03:37:29.477272

How is ETERNALS like eating tapas in New York? Believe it or not, that question is answered in this week's episode, alongside a Sundance recap, blockbuster casting news, and more with Hollywood Rep...

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Episode 233: 'Pariah' with Director Olivia Peace from 2022-02-18T08:00

Director Olivia Peace joins the crew as they take a look at Dee Rees's debut feature, PARIAH, then they gamely stick around to talk about various Space Jams and disappointing sci-fi stories.

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Episode 232: Celebrating Sidney Poitier with Reinaldo Marcus Green and 'Lilies of the Field' from 2022-02-11T11:00

Fresh off getting a slew of Oscar nods for his KING RICHARD, director Reinaldo Marcus Green joins us to talk about the peerless Sidney Poitier's Oscar-winning performance in 1963's LILIES OF THE FI...

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Episode 230: Watch 'The Tragedy of Macbeth' with the Captions On from 2022-01-28T08:00

Joel Coen’s solo directorial debut, The Tragedy of Macbeth, stars Denzel Washington and Frances McDormand as a couple with big dreams and no chill…well, maybe they have a little chill in this versi...

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Episode 229: 'The Lost Daughter' with Biz Ellis from 2022-01-21T11:00

Biz Ellis (from MaxFun’s own One Bad Mother) joins Ify, Drea, and Alonso this week to weigh in on Maggie Gyllenhaal’s The Lost Daughter, a raw and unflinching portrait of how annoying kids can be. ...

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Episode 228: Disney’s Encanto with Ricky Carmona from 2022-01-14T11:00

This week, Ify, Drea and Alonso are joined by the one and only Ricky Carmona to talk about Disney’s Encanto. The animated feature is set in Colombia, a country Ricky is muy familiar with, as a freq...

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The End of 2021 Bonanza! from 2021-12-31T08:00

It’s a blowout! We’re passing out the prestigious Maxie Awards, which recognizes excellence in film from 2021, and we’re going through our Top Ten lists.

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Hallmark’s ‘Every Time a Bell Rings’ with Santa Claus from 2021-12-24T08:00

HO HO HO! We’re talking about the very merry Hallmark Christmas movie ‘Every Time a Bell Rings.’ Plus, Santa Claus pops in to ask a quick favor.

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'Single All the Way' with Riley Silverman from 2021-12-17T08:00

Our good friend, comedian, and writer for Max Fun’s Troubled Waters, Riley Silverman joins us for some holiday cheer and ‘Single All the Way.’

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‘Red Rocket’ is Extremely My Sh** from 2021-12-10T08:00

TEXT MESSAGE FROM IFY NWADIWE TO THE ‘MAXIMUM FILM!’ GROUP CHAT – THURS, DEC. 2 2021: Red Rocket is extremely my sh**.

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A Belated ‘Shang-Chi’ Show and Our Turkeys of the Year with Andrew Ti from 2021-11-26T08:00

TV writer and ‘Yo, Is This Racist?’ host Andrew Ti joins us to belatedly discuss ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings.’

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Rebecca Hall's 'Passing' with "Artist, Educator, and Instigator" Nayland Blake from 2021-11-19T08:00

The wonderful Nayland Blake joins us to chat about ‘Passing’ and things that look like turkeys.

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‘The Harder They Fall’ and Black Westerns with Filmmaker Jared Moshe from 2021-11-12T08:00

We are joined by the writer and director of ‘The Ballad of Lefty Brown’ and ‘Dead Man’s Burden,’ Jared Moshe, to discuss the Western ‘The Harder They Fall.’

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‘Interview With The Vampire’ Should Have Been Gayer with Jordan Crucchiola from 2021-10-29T07:00

This episode also marks the return…of the Christmas Zaddy.

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'Lyle' Is Not Just a "Lesbian Rosemary's Baby" with Comedy Writer Monica Vasandani from 2021-10-22T07:00

We discuss the 2014 parental horror ‘Lyle’ and gush over Gaby Hoffmann’s monumental performance in the film.

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Best & Worst Movie Advice with ‘My Brother, My Brother and Me’ and ‘Maximum Film!’ from 2021-10-19T07:00

In honor of the Max Fun Block Party, ‘Maximum Film!’ is joining forces with those silly boys of ‘My Brother, My Brother and Me’ to talk about the best and worst advice we’ve gathered from movies.

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‘A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy’s Revenge’ with Filmmaker Michael Varrati from 2021-10-15T07:00

We untangle the complicated history of this film with our good friend Michael Varrati.

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‘Everybody’s Talking About Jamie’ with the Incomparable Frank DeCaro from 2021-09-24T07:00

We discuss the new, coming-of-age, drag musical with the man who wrote the book on drag, Frank DeCaro.

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Malignant from 2021-09-17T07:00

We discuss the deliciously wacky James Wan horror ‘Malignant’ and induct a new entrant into the ‘Hall of Excellence’ for “Best Horror Performance.”

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'CODA' with Moshe Kasher from 2021-09-10T07:00

Comedian and real-life ‘child of deaf adults’ (CODA) Moshe Kasher is on the show to discuss a new film about that very subject, CODA.

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‘The Kid Stays in the Picture’ with Nathan Rabin from 2021-08-27T07:00

Film critic Nathan Rabin joins us to talk about ‘The Kid Stays in the Picture’ and how he stole one of Robert Evans’ towels.

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‘Los Angeles Plays Itself’ with Carlos Aguilar from 2021-08-20T07:00

Film critic Carlos Aguilar joins the gang to chat about the 2003 doc ‘Los Angeles Plays Itself’ and his relationship with the city he lives in, the city of angels.

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'The Suicide Squad' with The Maria Lewis from 2021-08-13T07:00

Author, screenwriter, and film curator Maria Lewis joins us from Australia to discuss ‘The Suicide Squad’ and, despite her objections, 1983’s ‘BMX Bandits.’

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The 30th Anniversary of ‘Thelma & Louise’ with Katie Walsh from 2021-07-30T07:00

Katie Walsh joins the crew to discuss ‘Thelma & Louise,’ the Bentonville Film Festival, and for some reason ‘Space Jam: A New Legacy’ again.

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Space Jam: A New Legacy from 2021-07-23T07:00

Very few hosts on this show were excited to talk about any sort of Space Jam, but some of them kind of liked this one!

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‘Black Widow’ and a Bug Superhero Quiz from 2021-07-16T07:00

The gang chats about ‘Black Widow’ and also takes a very heated bug-related superhero quiz.

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'Mind Game' and Bad Movie Accents from 2021-06-25T07:00

We discuss the cuckoo 2004 Japanese animated feature ‘Mind Game’ – as chosen by one of our Max Fun members!

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In the Heights from 2021-06-18T07:00

Much like the film ‘In the Heights’ this episode will dazzle, thrill, and tug at your heartstrings. Also, somehow, Zack Snyder gets brought up again.

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‘Cruella’ with Fishnet Flix’s Marie Lodi & Blaire Bercy from 2021-06-11T07:00

Hosts of Fishnet Flix, a podcast about fashion in film, Marie Lodi and Blaire Bercy, join the gang to discuss the wicked costume design of ‘Cruella.’

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‘Army of the Dead’ with Luce? Tomlin-Brenner from 2021-05-28T07:00

Luce? Tomlin-Brenner returns to discuss ‘Army of the Dead,’ Timothée Chalamet, and the depiction of gun violence in movies.

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‘The Mitchells vs. the Machines’ with Round Springfield’s Julia Prescott from 2021-05-21T07:00

Julia Prescott returns to chat about Charles Grodin, ‘Dear Evan Hansen,’ and the beautiful world of animation.

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'Space Jam' with Carl Tart from 2021-05-14T07:00

Carl Tart (The Flagrant Ones) joins the gang to talk about sports movies, why he’s a Clippers fan, and the second entry into The Ifechukwude Collection, ‘Space Jam.’

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‘Mortal Kombat’ with Nick Wiger from 2021-04-30T07:00

We talk about this dumb movie with one of the hosts of ‘Doughboys’ and ‘How Did This Get Played?’ – Nick Wiger!

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‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom’ and the Awful Wigs That Took Us Out of Movies from 2021-04-23T07:00

We’re chatting about the Oscars, Viola Davis, Chadwick Boseman, and some of cinema’s worst wigs.

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Steve McQueen’s Lovers Rock, Alex Wheatle, and Education with Robert Butler III from 2021-04-16T07:00

We discuss changing the name of our show. Plus, we speak with Robert Butler III (First Cut) about Steve McQueen’s Lovers Rock, Alex Wheatle, and Education.

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‘Zack Snyder’s Justice League’ with Jordan Morris & Ricky Carmona from 2021-03-26T07:00

Jordan Morris & Ricky Carmona join the gang in their attempt to untangle the web that is the DC Extended Universe.

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‘Minari’ and Breaking Down the Oscar Nominations from 2021-03-19T07:00

Inkoo Kang makes a stop on her “Minari World Tour” to talk to us about the Lee Isaac Chung film and her personal connection to it. We also break down all of the Oscar nominations.

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'Coming 2 America' with Dan Murrell from 2021-03-12T08:00

Welcome 2 our ‘Coming 2 America’ podcast with special guest and host of the ‘All My Movies’ podcast Dan Murrell.

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‘Nomadland’ with Mpls-St.Paul Magazine Senior Writer Steve Marsh from 2021-02-26T08:00

Writer Steve Marsh joins the gang to discuss ‘Nomadland,’ Tik-Tok, and what movies would be good to watch at the DMV.

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'Judas and the Black Messiah' and Recasting 'My Dinner with Andre' from 2021-02-19T08:00

Other important topics include – Korean sitcoms, making soup, and Wallace Shawn.

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‘Malcolm & Marie’ and Macaroni & Cheese from 2021-02-12T08:00

The relationship between moviemakers and film critics, macaroni & cheese, and the unwanted effects of consuming massive amounts of food coloring. This episode covers it all!

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'Another Round’ with ‘The Greatest Generation’ Host Benjamin Harrison from 2021-01-29T09:00

Ben Harrison (The Greatest Generation, The Greatest Discovery) has ‘Another Round’ with Ify, Drea, and Alonso.

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‘Promising Young Woman’ with TCM Programmer Millie De Chirico from 2021-01-22T09:00

The gang is joined by TCM programmer and ‘I Saw What You Did’ host Millie De Chirico to chat about the widely discussed ‘Promising Young Woman.’

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‘Soul’ with New York Times Opinion Columnist Jamelle Bouie from 2021-01-15T09:00

Jamelle Bouie joins the gang to discuss Pixar’s ‘Soul,’ binging every ‘Saw’ film, and Black representation in children’s media.

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Christmas Spectacular: ‘The Christmas House’ with Esquire’s Justin Kirkland from 2020-12-25T09:00

Both Santa Claus and Esquire’s Justin Kirkland stop by to come up with some new ideas for next year’s slate of Hallmark Christmas movies.

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‘This Christmas’ and All Those Dang New Disney Titles from 2020-12-18T09:00

Much like the film ‘This Christmas,’ this episode is all about gathering with your family during the Holiday season…your podcast family, that is.

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‘Mank’ You Very Much with ‘The Thrilling Adventure Hour’ Co-Creator Ben Acker from 2020-12-11T09:00

This is the ‘Citizen Kane’ of podcast episodes.

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‘The World’s End’ and Turkeys of the Year from 2020-11-27T09:00

“Good food. Fine ales. Total Annihilation.”

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‘Hot Fuzz’ with Ricky Carmona from 2020-11-20T10:00

Put on the Bustelo, Ricky’s back.

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‘Shaun of the Dead’ with Screenwriter Michael Varrati from 2020-11-13T10:00

Screenwriter Michael Varrati joins Ify, Drea, and Alonso to discuss the first installment of the Three Flavours Cornetto trilogy, ‘Shaun of the Dead.’

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The Halloweenies vs. The Horror Freaks: ‘The Witches’ with Halle Kiefer & Alison Leiby of ‘Ruined’ Podcast from 2020-10-30T09:00

The “Weenies” get quizzed on horror movies (Hellraiser, etc). The “Freaks” get quizzed on non-scary Halloween movies (Ernest Scared Stupid, etc.). Who will win?!

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‘Kajillionaire’ with TV Writer and ‘Dummy’ Creator Cody Heller from 2020-10-23T09:00

We discuss Miranda July’s ‘Kajillionaire’, covering your nipples with ‘I Voted’ stickers, and Barney the Dinosaur, with our friend Cody Heller.

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“White Man With a Black Woman’s Butt” and ‘The Forty-Year-Old Version’ from 2020-10-16T09:00

This episode covers Radha Blank’s ‘The Forty-Year-Old Version,’ Laoganma Spicy Chili Crisp, and going to the drive-in.

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‘Lingua Franca’ with Myq Kaplan from 2020-09-25T09:00:23

Return of the Myq!

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‘Mulan’ with Nancy Wang Yuen from 2020-09-11T09:00:22

Sociologist and author of ‘Reel Inequality: Hollywood Actors and Racism,’ Dr. Nancy Wang Yuen, joins the crew to discuss the new Disney live-action remake, ‘Mulan.’

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‘Before Midnight’ with Director Richard Linklater from 2020-08-28T09:00:27

The incredible Richard Linklater (Dazed and Confused, School of Rock, Boyhood) joins Ify, Drea, and Alonso to discuss his work on the “Before Trilogy.”

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‘Before Sunset’ and Its Video Game Adaptation with Dave Schilling from 2020-08-21T09:00:32

Dave Schilling of the ‘Full Court Chat’ podcast returns to discuss ‘Before Sunset’ and the cultural bomb that was ‘Garden State.’

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‘Before Sunrise’ with Michelle Biloon from 2020-08-14T09:00:22

Comedian Michelle Biloon joins Ify, Drea, and Alonso to discuss 1995’s ‘Before Sunrise’ and the cable access show that she and Drea hosted in college.

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‘Adventures in Babysitting’ with Paul Scheer from 2020-07-31T10:00:09

Paul Scheer joins Ify, Drea, and Alonso for a RETRO REWIND episode where they discuss 1987’s ‘Adventures in Babysitting.’

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The 25th Anniversary of ‘Clueless’ with Erinn Hayes from 2020-07-24T10:00:04

Actress and comedian Erinn Hayes (Medical Police, Childrens Hospital) joins Ify, Drea, and Alonso to discuss the 25th anniversary of ‘Clueless.’

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‘The Old Guard’ with The Old Gang from 2020-07-17T10:00:12

Joelle Monique is back to chat with Ify, Drea, and Alonso about ‘The Old Guard,’ movie makeup, and so much more!

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‘Hamilton’ and Film Industry Reparations from 2020-07-10T10:00:02

We’re not throwing away our ‘Who Shot Ya’!

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‘Da 5 Bloods’ with Da 3 WSY Hosts and Demi Adejuyigbe from 2020-06-26T10:00:08

Ify, Drea, Alonso, and Demi Adejuyigbe (‘The Good Place’) join together to search for buried treasure!

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Marisa To-Bae and ‘The King of Staten Island’ from 2020-06-19T10:00:04

This is actually a “Marisa Tomei Stan” podcast now

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Fast Cast Part 4: ‘Furious 7’ vs. ‘The Fate of the Furious’ with Allegra Ringo from 2020-06-12T10:00:03

It defies physics, but Ify, Drea, Alonso, and Allegra Ringo still have nitrous oxide in their blood and gas tanks for brains

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Fast Cast Part 2: ‘The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift’ vs. ‘Fast & Furious’ with Matt Apodaca from 2020-05-29T10:00:13

Ify, Drea, Alonso, and Matt Apodaca continue to have nitrous oxide in their blood and gas tanks for brains

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Fast Cast Part 1: ‘The Fast and the Furious’ and ‘2 Fast 2 Furious’ with MST3K’s Mary Jo Pehl from 2020-05-22T10:00:02

Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and MST3K’s Mary Jo Pehl have nitrous oxide in their blood and gas tanks for brains

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‘Driveways’ and Movies We Saw WAY Too Young with Myq Kaplan from 2020-05-15T10:00:05

Comedian Myq Kaplan joins Ify, Drea, and Alonso to discuss Andrew Ahn’s ‘Driveways.’

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'Your Name' and Anime Culture with Dani Fernandez from 2020-04-24T10:00:02

Writer, actor, and comedian Dani Fernandez joins Ify, Alonso, and Drea to discuss 2016’s ‘Your Name,’ anime culture, and the character from an isolation film they most relate to.

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‘Tigertail’ and Contentious Film Recommendations from 2020-04-17T15:08:50

Ify, Drea, and Alonso discuss the new film from Alan Yang ‘Tigertail,’ Ify and Alonso share their own personal stories of growing up with immigrant parents, and they all reveal the movies they love...

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'Never Rarely Sometimes Always' with 'Call Your Girlfriend' Host Ann Friedman from 2020-04-10T10:00:07

Writer and ‘Call Your Girlfriend’ host Ann Friedman joins Ify, Drea, and Alonso to discuss ‘Never Rarely Sometimes Always.’

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‘The Hunt’ and the Return of the Buff Black Nerd from 2020-03-27T16:49:29

The Buff Black Nerd (A.K.A. Ify Nwadiwe) returns to the hosting chair to discuss with Alonso and Drea the very controversial film, ‘The Hunt.’

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RETRO REWIND! ‘Dr. Strangelove’ with Director Barry Sonnenfeld from 2020-03-20T17:31:09

Acclaimed director Barry Sonnenfeld joins Drea and Alonso to discuss Stanley Kubrick’s ‘Dr. Strangelove.’

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The Last Word on ‘First Cow’ with Lucé Tomlin-Brenner from 2020-03-13T17:57:26

Comedian Lucé Tomlin-Brenner joins Drea and Joelle to discuss Kelly Reichardt’s ‘First Cow.’

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RETRO REWIND! ‘Joe Versus the Volcano’ from 2020-02-28T18:45:48

Alonso, Drea, and Joelle go back in time to discuss the 1990 “classic” Joe Versus the Volcano.

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Portrait of a Drea on Fire from 2020-02-21T17:44:36

OK, we’re finally talking about this damn movie that Drea wouldn’t shut up about. That’s right, we’re discussing Portrait of a Lady on Fire. We’re joined by our good pal, Hollywood Reporter TV crit...

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‘Birds of Prey’ with ‘Shadow of the Batgirl’ Writer Sarah Kuhn from 2020-02-14T18:31:23

We have a truly FANTABULOUS episode this week. Joelle, Drea, and Alonso are joined by the “overly qualified guest” writer Sarah Kuhn (Shadow of the Batgirl, Heroine Complex) to discuss Birds of Pre...

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‘Dolemite Is My Name’ with The One and Only Ricky Carmona from 2020-01-31T19:23:09

Ricky is back in the building! That’s right, the one and only Ricky Carmona joins us to discuss Dolemite Is My Name. Drea gives us her Sundance Film Festival movie recommendations. Plus, we talk ab...

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‘Dolittle’ and the Best/Worst Flops with Jordan Crucchiola from 2020-01-24T19:46:27

This one gets rowdy as we discuss the recent big budget disaster Dolittle with Vulture Associate Editor Jordan Crucchiola. We also chat about the best and worst flops of all time. Alonso almost kil...

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‘Parasite’ and Our Unwanted American Remake from 2020-01-10T19:43:07

Since we haven’t officially discussed it on the show we are going back and talking about Bong Joon Ho’s Parasite. And even though we disagree with the idea entirely, we pitch our own American remak...

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End of the Year Special! from 2019-12-27T19:12

We did it you guys, we made it to the end of the year. In an unusual subversion of roles, producer Casey O’Brien comes out from behind the glass to become the featured guest on this episode. We not...

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X-Mas Bonanza! 'Scrooged' and Alonso's 'Top 5 Christmas Movies of the Year' with Special Guest Santa Claus from 2019-12-20T18:56:07

The day has come! It is the official Who Shot Ya? Christmas episode! This one is wrapped up like a beautiful present under your tree. Special guest Santa Claus flies in to ask Ify, Drea, and Alonso...

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‘Queen & Slim’ and a Chat with April Wolfe About ‘Black Christmas’ from 2019-12-13T18:24:36

We are joined, once again, by our dear friend, freelance writer Joelle Monique (The Hollywood Reporter, Teen Vogue, The AV Club). She is on the show to discuss Melina Matsoukas’ Queen & Slim. Plus,...

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‘The Irishman’ and Our “Turkeys of the Year” from 2019-11-29T16:43:55

In honor of Thanksgiving we have an overstuffed episode of Who Shot Ya? To start things off, we anoint the official Who Shot Ya? ‘Turkeys of the Year.’ We talk about the new Martin Scorsese film Th...

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'Charlie’s Angels’ and Remaking Movies Correctly with Artemis Pebdani from 2019-11-22T20:01:47

The gang welcomes the hilarious and talented actress Artemis Pebdani (Scandal, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia) into the booth to discuss the new Charlie’s Angels. We talk about the movies that s...

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'Last Christmas' and Getting to the Bottom of "Maclunkey" with Matthew D'Ambrosio from 2019-11-15T18:22:30

This isn't our Christmas episode, but you could have fooled me! Drea takes over hosting duties this week as the crew is joined by TV writer Matthew D'Ambrosio (The Vampire Diaries, The Witcher). Mu...

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Halloween Spooktacular - 'Tales from the Hood' with Lucé Tomlin-Brenner and Joelle Monique from 2019-10-25T18:15:28

Boo! It's our Halloween Spooktacular! We are joined by the wonderful Lucé Tomlin-Brenner and Joelle Monique to discuss the undersung classic, Tales from the Hood. The gang gets tricked into playing...

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Pedro Almodóvar's 'Pain & Glory' with Ira Madison III from 2019-10-18T00:26:59

A beautiful episode with a beautiful guest. The gang is joined by Ira Madison III to discuss the new Pedro Almodóvar film, Pain & Glory. They also chat about the WORST horror films of all time. And...

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'Joker' & Other "Dangerous Films" from 2019-10-11T18:10:37

This episode is both "sick" and "twisted." The gang talks about the lightning rod that is Joker. They discuss other "dangerous films." They play everyone's favorite game, 'Name That Goon,' where th...

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'Rambo: Last Blood' and Our Favorite Autumn Films from 2019-09-27T16:35:07

Woooo boy! The crew may have just watched the worst movie of the year - and they have some thoughts! They are talking about the deeply controversial, Rambo: Last Blood. Plus, they chat about their ...

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'Hustlers' and Our Favorite Wedding Movies with Writer Joelle Monique from 2019-09-20T14:16:50

This week the crew is joined by freelance writer and complete delight, Joelle Monique, to discuss Hustlers. Ify tries to convince everyone that he and Jennifer Lopez could and should be dating. Plu...

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Send In The Clowns! - The Gang Talks 'IT Chapter Two' and Remakes 'Face/Off' with Amber Benson from 2019-09-13T16:49:20

You guys...clowns are scary. This week the gang talks about IT Chapter Two with esteemed guest, actor, writer, and director Amber Benson. They also try their hand at remaking Face/Off in our 'Movie...

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'They Live' with Danielle Radford from 2019-08-30T18:05:53

You must OBEY and listen to this podcast episode about They Live. DO NOT QUESTION OUR AUTHORITY. The gang is joined by Danielle Radford of Max Fun's 'Tights and Fights' as they discuss the "Rowdy" ...

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The Boys Are Alright - 'Good Boys' with Ryan Stanger from 2019-08-23T18:36:47

Guys, this is a fun one. This week the gang is joined by actor and host of The Dumbbells and Action Boyz podcasts, Ryan Stanger, to talk about the new R-rated comedy, Good Boys. Ify tells a graphic...

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Scare The Children! - 'Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark' and the Best Decade For Horror with Lucé Tomlin-Brenner from 2019-08-16T17:55:34

It's never too early to start prepping for Halloween! This week the gang talks about the tween-friendly horror film Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark. Ify and Drea are back and they are joined by h...

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'The Farewell' and a Comic-Con Recap from 2019-07-26T18:07:44

Things get both silly and personal on this week's episode as the gang discusses the family comedy/drama The Farewell. Ify and Alonso relate their own experiences to the film as they both grew up as...

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The 20th Anniversary of 'Eyes Wide Shut' with Ben Mekler from 2019-07-19T17:33

Masquerade Parties! Orgies! Nicole Kidman! Kink! This episode is NSFW! The gang is joined by the wonderful Ben Mekler to discuss Eyes Wide Shut. Ify bestows Alonso with a new yuletide nickname. Plu...

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'Spider-Man: Far From Home' with Steve Hernandez from 2019-07-12T18:25:20

It's your friendly neighborhood movie podcast! This week the crew is talking about Spider-Man: Far From Home. They are joined by 'Views From the Vista' podcast host and comedian, Steve Hernandez. T...

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'Toy Story 4' and The Making of a Great Summer Movie with Yolanda Machado from 2019-06-28T18:15:27

This week we are joined by film and TV critic Yolanda Machado to discuss the newest Pixar movie, Toy Story 4. The gang argues over the position of the film in their overall Pixar rankings. Plus, th...

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'Men in Black: International', Troubled Productions, and Our Favorite Movie Posters with Julia Prescott from 2019-06-21T21:14:01

You know what? We make this look good. Podcasting that is. Alonso and Drea are joined by the wonderful co-host of 'Everything's Coming Up Simpsons' - writer and comedian Julia Prescott. The three o...

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'Dark Phoenix' with Rachel Wenitsky and Kimberly Clark from 2019-06-14T21:26:38

    Dark Phoenix This week, Alonso is asked to give the briefest synopsis of a movie to date. Can he sum up the plot of DARK PHOENIX in just one sentence? Listen to find out. In the host’s seat w...

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'Booksmart' with Guest Host Ellington Wells from 2019-05-31T19:15:06

Book Smart   This week we’re joined by guest host Ellington Wells, a writer and comedian whose credits include The New Negroes and Adult Swim’s Lazor Wulf. The panel discuss the teen comedy Booksm...

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'John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum' and The Directors We First Loved with Special Guest Host Dwayne Perkins from 2019-05-24T17:13:32

This week we have a brand new guest host, the wonderful comedian Dwayne Perkins. He joins Alonso and Drea to talk about the newest installment in the John Wick franchise, John Wick: Chapter 3 – Par...

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'Pokémon Detective Pikachu' and the Difficulty of Adapting Video Games Into Film with Special Guest Host Ify Nwadiwe from 2019-05-17T18:15:49

Gotta catch 'em all? More like, gotta listen to 'em all. The Who Shot Ya podcast episodes, that is. This week we have a very special guest host, comedian and actor Ify Nwadiwe. This self-proclaimed...

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'Long Shot' with Special Guest Host Brodie Reed and TV Writer Brendan Hay from 2019-05-10T17:30:50

On this week's episode, please welcome to the hosting chair, special guest host, comedian Brodie Reed! This great man helps the crew dissect the new Charlize Theron/ Seth Rogen rom-com, Long Shot. ...

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Living That 'High Life' and The Stereotypical Favorite Movies of Millenials with 'The New Negroes' Head Writer Kevin Avery from 2019-04-26T18:37:55

Robert Pattinson, "Fuck Boxes," and screaming babies - you gotta listen to our conversation about the Claire Denis sci-fi odyssey, High Life, to hear all of these topics covered. The crew is joined...

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The Gang Gets Buried in the 'Pet Sematary' and Discusses Why There Are So Many Horror Remakes from 2019-04-19T19:20:08

Much like being buried behind the 'Pet Sematary,' this podcast will bring you back to life! April, Alonso, and Drea discuss the latest Stephen King movie adaptation. They also try to tackle why the...

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Golly! The Gang Discusses 'Shazam!' and The Movies of 1999 with Author Brian Raftery from 2019-04-12T18:01:35

Shaaazaaam! The gang discusses the brand new entry into the DCU with special guest, author Brian Raftery. They dissect the portrayal of superheroes on screen, and discuss how there is little deviat...

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I Got 4 on It! The Gang Discusses Jordan Peele's 'Us' and Their Favorite Big, Dumb Action Movies from 2019-03-29T00:59:43

It's a Max Fun Drive miracle! An episode released on a Thursday, Ricky's back at the helm, AND the gang's talking about one of the most hyped movies of the year - Us. There are gonna be SOME spoile...

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A Monster Mash! The Gang Discusses 'A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night' and Underappreciated Monster Movies with Mallory O'Meara from 2019-03-22T21:31:42

They did the mash. They did the "Monster Mash." You all requested an all female episode of 'Who Shot Ya?' centered around a conversation on monsters, and we delivered! April Wolfe takes over hostin...

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'Captain Marvel' and the State of Marvel Movies from 2019-03-15T18:54:12

Much like Nick Fury, the Who Shot Ya? crew is paging Captain Marvel. The gang discusses the newest entry into the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Plus, they ponder the current state of Marvel, what the ...

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Battling Over 'Alita: Battle Angel' and the First Annual 'Whoshie Awards' from 2019-02-22T21:43:57

Wear some oven mitts when handling this episode - because it gets heated! We've got Inkoo Kang back on the program to discuss Alita: Battle Angel. If you can believe it, there are some real disagre...

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'Leave No Trace' and Hometown Movies from 2019-02-15T19:01:23

This week Ricky, Alonso, and Drea survive the survivalist drama, Leave No Trace. They discuss the thematic threads that are found in all of Debra Granik's work - from Down to the Bone to Winter's B...

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Walking On Broken 'Glass' and Oscar Nominations with Jared Logan from 2019-01-25T21:06:23

Look Mom! A new 'Who Shot Ya?'! This week the crew is joined by the delectable Jared Logan ('Best Week Ever', 'I Love the 2000s') and they're talking about the new Shyamalan joint, Glass. The gang ...

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Film Floppers and 'Destroyer' with Graham Elwood from 2019-01-18T19:11:19

A brand spanking new 'Who Shot Ya?' right out of the package! This week the crew is discussing the new Karyn Kusama/ Nicole Kidman joint, Destroyer. They're joined by fellow film nerd, comedian Gra...

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We'd Like to Remind the Academy of a Few Things and 'If Beale Street Could Talk' from 2019-01-11T19:39:25

Ahhhh. A fresh new 'Who Shot Ya?' off the vine! This week the crew is talking about Barry Jenkins' follow up to Moonlight, If Beale Street Could Talk. They dissect the film and discuss Jenkins' use...

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Year-End Bonanza! Top Ten Movie Lists and 2018 in Retrospect from 2018-12-28T19:42:51

It's that "Top Ten" time of the year. And 'Who Shot Ya?' is no different. It's the year end episode! In studio we've got Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Ricky Carmona, who all provide their top ten...

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Christmas Extravaganza! 'Love Actually', White Elephant, and Dan Thompson from the 'Deck The Hallmark' Podcast from 2018-12-21T23:30:06

HO HO HO! It's that time of year again to celebrate the day that Alonso loves. It's the 'Who Shot Ya?' Christmas Extravaganza! And this episode is packed to the gills. It starts off with a white el...

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'Vox Lux' and a Panel Divided with TV Writer Jenny Jaffe from 2018-12-14T23:08:22

This is a spicy episode! To say that there was a difference of opinion about this week's film would be an understatement. We're talking about the new Natalie Portman, popstar in crisis movie Vox Lu...

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'Creed II' and Our Favorite 'Rocky' Movies with CJ Sullivan from 2018-11-30T19:42:55

Listening to this episode will get you as pumped as Rocky running up all those steps. And you don't even need to drink raw eggs! This episode's got some PUNCH to it. That's right, we're talking Cre...

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'Widows' and a Call From the 'Who Shotline' from 2018-11-23T21:11:34

Even though Thanksgiving is over, let us give thanks for this wonderful new episode of 'Who Shot Ya?' Drea Clark is back in the building to talk with the crew about Widows. Alonso mourns the loss o...

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'Overlord' and a Remembrance of Stan Lee from 2018-11-16T22:31:21

A fresh episode of Who Shot Ya? right out of the oven. We've got the classic crew of Ricky, Alonso, and April, and they're talking about the newest installment in the "Nazi Zombie" movie genre. Tha...

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Trick AND Treat: The New 'Halloween' and Getting Quizzed on Horror Movie Taglines with Betsy Sodaro from 2018-10-26T19:04:08

Boo! It's our HALLOWEEN episode! And boy have we got some tricks and treats for you. The first treat is our guest, horror expert and all around delightful person Betsy Sodaro (Disjointed, Another P...

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We Take Flight with 'First Man' and Discuss The Movies That Scared Us The Most from 2018-10-19T18:57:12

April Wolfe is back everybody! Albeit a bit jet lagged. This week the crew takes off with a discussion of First Man. April calls Damien Chazelle an "old man." Alonso salivates over Milk Bar. And Ri...

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'A Star Is Born' and Louis Virtel Goes Gaga Over Jane Fonda Classic 'Barbarella' from 2018-10-12T19:00:57

A more perfect episode could not be cultivated for our guest Louis Virtel. We discuss the big hit of the fall A Star Is Born. As an added bonus, we go deep on something near and dear to the hearts ...

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'The Sisters Brothers' and a Call From Fantastic Fest from 2018-09-28T18:33:52

Inkoo is back in the building! She joins Ricky and Alonso in an enthralling discussion of the new Joaquin Phoenix/ John C. Reilly western The Sisters Brothers. As could be expected there is some ma...

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The Predator and Other Problematic Films with Oliver Wang from 2018-09-21T18:05:55

We've got Ricky, April and Alonso in the studio this week, along with special guest Oliver Wang. Like Ricky, Oliver is a fellow DJ, and he also hosts the brilliant music podcast Heat Rocks on Maxim...

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Jennifer Garner's 'Peppermint' and Getting the Band Back Together from 2018-09-14T19:00:41

You heard right, the band is back together! This episode marks the return of our Switchblade Sister April Wolfe. And this week the crew is talking about the divisive (and pretty racist) new Jennife...

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'The Happytime Murders' and All Things Puppets with Helen Hong from 2018-08-31T19:05:27

Do you love puppets? Well then this is the episode you've been waiting for! We've got comedian, actor, and Maximum Fun's Go Fact Yourself host, Helen Hong on to discuss the new puppet noir The Happ...

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'Crazy Rich Asians' and Whitewashing Cinema with Jenny Yang from 2018-08-24T18:08:20

This is a feel good episode, ya'll! We've got comedian Jenny Yang on the program to talk about Crazy Rich Asians. She is uniquely qualified to discuss this film because she has seen it FIVE TIMES! ...

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'BlacKkKlansman' and The Filmography of Spike Lee with Brandon Johnson & Baron Vaughn from 2018-08-17T21:37:48

This is one of our wildest episodes to date. And for our 50th episode, no less! We've got first time guest, comedian Baron Vaughn (Grace and Frankie, Mystery Science Theater 3000) and returning gue...

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'The Spy Who Dumped Me' and Top 5 Comedy Duos with Inkoo Kang from 2018-08-10T23:14:15

This is truly a clash of the titans. Drea Clark and Inkoo Kang are featured in the SAME EPISODE! That's right, it's an action packed show where the crew is discussing The Spy Who Dumped Me. Inkoo g...

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BONUS EPISODE! 'Attack The Block' LIVE at the Dynasty Typewriter theater with Tre'vell Anderson of the LA Times from 2018-07-31T00:02:37

It's our BONUS episode ya'll! This was a live show recorded on July 5th at the Dynasty Typewritertheater in Los Angeles. We present to you - Attack The Block. The film was screened for the audience...

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Whiteness in Cinema and 'Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again' with Dave Holmes and Tavia Nyong'o from 2018-07-27T19:00:09

One of our most divisive episodes to date! The crew is joined by the wonderful Dave Holmes as they review Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again. The line is quickly drawn in the sand between those who love t...

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Skyscraper, The Rock, and a Commemoration of Poetic Justice with Morgan Rhodes from 2018-07-20T20:55

We are Alonso-less this week! But no fear, we more than make up for it with our stellar array of guests. We've got the return of Drea "The Dope Rhyme Slaya" Clark. Plus, a first time guest, music s...

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Top 5 Directorial Debuts, Oakland, and 'Sorry to Bother You' from 2018-07-13T22:20:28

We're going guest-less this episode as the 'Who Shot Ya?' trio hold down the fort on their own. This week we're covering the movie of the summer, Sorry to Bother You. In the discussion of the film ...

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Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom with Jordan Morris from 2018-06-29T23:49:57

This week we are graced by podcast royalty - Maximum Fun's own Jordan Morris. He's on the program to talk about Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom. The gang reviews the film and in the process discusse...

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Incredibles 2, Pixar, and The State of Queer Cinema from 2018-06-22T22:59:56

This week we have a truly INCREDIBLE episode. Drea returns to discuss Pixar's Incredibles 2. Once again, things get very SEXY when Alonso reads Anthony Lane's controversial review of the film from ...

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Stanning for Regina Hall, Reboots and Ocean's 8 with Bowen Yang & Matt Rogers of Las Culturistas from 2018-06-16T00:46:32

This episode is a hoot and a half! The gang is joined by Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers of the Las Culturistas podcast. The program starts very strong with Matt's obsessive "Zapruder-ing" of the A Star...

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Deadpool 2 and Adapting Movies Into Video Games with Freddie Wong from 2018-05-25T22:30:57

We've got fellow Max Funster, co-founder of RocketJump, director, and host of the Story Break podcast Freddie Wong on the program. He joins Ricky, April, and Drea to discuss everything Deadpool 2; ...

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Home Invasion Films, TV Shows That Turned Into Movies and 'Breaking In' with LaToya Ferguson from 2018-05-18T18:35:55

This week Ricky, April, and Alonso are joined by TV critic at The A.V. Club, Consequence of Sound, and IndieWire, LaToya Ferguson. They discuss the new Gabrielle Union joint Breaking In (And yes, R...

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Movie Mothers, The Talent of Anna Faris, and 'Overboard' from 2018-05-11T18:20:55

This week we're going Overboard! The crew discusses the new Anna Faris and Eugenio Derbez film and compares it to the problematic original. They celebrate the underappreciated career of Anna Faris....

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Beauty Standards, Unconventional Sexiness, and I Feel Pretty with Dave White from 2018-04-27T21:52:50

You'll all feel pretty after this episode! This week's crew is comprised of Ricky Carmon, April Wolfe, Drea Clark, and "Mrs. Alonso Duralde" - film critic, Dave White. They tackle the somewhat cont...

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Video Game Movies, The Rock, and Rampage with Johnnie Jungleguts and Brady Jandreau from 2018-04-20T23:42:33

A MONSTROUSLY huge episode this week. Artist, writer, and podcaster Johnnie Jungleguts joins the gang to talk all about the new joint by The Rock, Rampage. They discuss video game movies and how th...

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"Elevated Horror," Movie Etiquette, and A Quiet Place with Inkoo Kang from 2018-04-13T22:42:36

The return of Inkoo Kang! She joins the crew to discuss A Quiet Place. On this episode, April describes her irritation with the term 'Elevated Horror' and how it is an attempt to distance certain f...

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Isle of Dogs w/ 'Can I Pet Your Dog?' Hosts Renee Colvert & Allegra Ringo from 2018-03-30T22:29:55

This week we’ve got the hosts of Can I Pet Your Dog -- Renee Colvert and Allegra Ringo -- on the show to share their thoughts about Isle of Dogs, and their favorite furry films of all time. Plus, R...

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Love Simon and Teen Romance in Movies with Grace Baldridge from 2018-03-24T00:26:35

This week we take a look at Love Simon, the film Alonso Duralde and special guest Grace Baldridge want you to see multiple times so studios will continue making coming of age teen films that featur...

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Kids Movies, Ava DuVernay, and A Wrinkle in Time with Drea Clark, Katie Walsh, and Maggie Mackay from 2018-03-16T22:37:28

We've got a very special episode this week as Alonso Duralde takes over hosting duties. He's joined by film critic for Tribune News Service and the LA Times, Katie Walsh, Vidiots Executive Director...

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Dark Comedies, The Oscars, and Game Night with Inkoo Kang from 2018-03-10T00:46:07

This episode marks the return of the "Professional Contrarian" Inkoo Kang to talk about the new dark, action comedy Game Night. Before they get into the discussion of the film, the crew takes time ...

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Black Panther with Wynter Mitchell & Dave White from 2018-02-24T01:52:13

Like the Jetsons meet the Flintstones, we've got a crossover episode! Our friends, film critic Dave White and digital strategist Wynter Mitchell, from fellow Max Fun show, Pop Rocket, join April an...

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50 Shades Freed & Sex in Cinema with Drea Clark from 2018-02-16T22:42:15

Turn on the air conditioning because it's getting hot in here! The gang is joined, once again, by "kid sister" Drea Clark to talk about 50 Shades Freed. They talk the good, the bad, and the boring ...

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Fashion in Film and Phantom Thread with Drea Clark from 2018-01-27T00:28:49

Strike a pose, people. We're talking fashion in film and Daniel Day-Lewis' "final" performance in, Phantom Thread. Regular contributor and friend of the show, Drea Clark, joins the crew as they dis...

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Episode 20 - Proud Mary with Ira Madison III from 2018-01-20T01:03:10

This week on Who Shot Ya?, Ira Madison III joins us in studio and shares his thoughts on where Proud Mary went wrong. Plus, the panel looks at some of their favorite female assassins, and they also...

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Molly's Game with Louis Virtel from 2018-01-13T02:06:02

This week the Who Shot Ya? gang is joined by the one and only Louis Virtel to discuss the new Aaron Sorkin talk-a-thon, Molly's Game. The crew examines the type of character Jessica Chastain always...

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Year in Review with Inkoo Kang from 2017-12-29T23:04:37

The end of 2017 has arrived, and the Who Shot Ya? crew has some thoughts about it. The gang is joined by good friend/provocateur Inkoo Kang to discuss the movies that made the biggest impact on the...

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Star Wars: The Last Jedi with Andy Richter and Jen Yamato from 2017-12-22T03:25:12

HO HO HO! Tis the season for a new Star Wars movie! This week the gang is joined by LA Times' Jen Yamato to talk Star Wars: The Last Jedi. The crew covers an array of topics; diversity in casting, ...

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Monster Movies and The Shape of Water w/ Drea Clark from 2017-12-15T20:31:37

If you're seated in the first row, you will get wet. Because we're talking about The Shape of Water. Friend of the show Drea Clark joins the gang as they discuss monsters, sexy amphibian men, and A...

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Thanksgiving! from 2017-11-23T21:12:40

It's turkey time, people. This week the gang is joined by film programmer and producer Drea Clark to talk about all things Thanksgiving. Ricky and the crew go over some of their favorite Thanksgivi...

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Who Shot Ya? Episode 11: Three Billboards outside Ebbing, Missouri from 2017-11-17T20:16:44

On this week's episode the gang is joined by friend-of-the-show, film critic Inkoo Kang, to discuss Martin McDonagh's new film Three Billboards outside Ebbing, Missouri. Heads up: This episode feat...

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Thor: Ragnarok from 2017-11-10T21:56:42

For those about to Ragnarok, we salute you. This week the gang takes on the new Marvel film, Thor: Ragnarok. Ricky is joyous over the return of the McRib to the McDonalds menu. April introduces the...

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Who Shot Ya? Episode 8: Halloween Spooktacular from 2017-10-28T01:20:11

This week's episode is all about Halloween. The Who Shot Ya? crew is joined by critic Inkoo Kang as they discuss all things scary, spooky, and ghoulish. Alonso talks about his habit of screaming in...

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Professor Marston and the Wonder Women from 2017-10-20T22:22:41

On this week's episode Ricky, April, and Alonso discuss the "radical normalcy" of Professor Marston and the Wonder Women. Director Marc Meyers calls in to talk about his movie My Friend Dahmer, in ...

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Blade Runner 2049 from 2017-10-13T19:58:44

On this week's episode Ricky, April, and Drea talk about the dystopian future of Blade Runner 2049. Drea discusses the problematic representation of women in the film. Plus, the crew has an in dept...

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Kingsman: The Golden Circle with Josie Long and Shea Serrano from 2017-09-29T21:13:22

On this week's episode, April is out attending Fantastic Fest, but Ricky and Alonso hold it down with special guest comedian Josie Long and film festival programmer Drea Clark. The gang discusses t...

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mother! from 2017-09-22T16:50:42

This week on Who Shot Ya?, Ricky, Alonso, and April talk about the divisive new horror film, mother!. The gang tackles the controversy surrounding the L.A. based movie theater Cinefamily. And, they...

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Ep 2: It from 2017-09-16T00:24:17

On this week's show, the panel tackles It and whether or not Pennywise is scary. Ricky Carmona and Alonso Duralde (The Wrap) are joined in-studio with indie producer and LA Film Fest programmer Dre...

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Important news for Wham Bam Pow fans! from 2017-08-31T19:55:38

Some important news for Wham Bam Pow fans. Ricky Carmona is starting a brand new movie podcast called Who Shot Ya? Each week he'll be joined by critics Alonso Duralde (The Wrap) and April Wolfe ...

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Important news for Wham Bam Pow fans! from 2017-08-31T19:55:38

Some important news for Wham Bam Pow fans. Ricky Carmona is starting a brand new movie podcast called Who Shot Ya? Each week he'll be joined by critics Alonso Duralde (The Wrap) and April Wolfe (LA...

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Important news for Wham Bam Pow fans! from 2017-08-31T19:55:38

Some important news for Wham Bam Pow fans. Ricky Carmona is starting a brand new movie podcast called Who Shot Ya? Each week he'll be joined by critics Alonso Duralde (The Wrap) and April Wolfe ...

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