Bulletproof Podcast

If you are subscriber to the Bulletproof Podcast, you have been notified of our Automatic episode... automatically! If you aren't a subscriber, what are you waiting for?!?! We are 202 episodes in! Join Chris the Brain, "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo, and Ryan Campbell as they look back at 1995's Automatic starring Olivier Gruner, John Glover, Jeff Kober, Marjean Holden, and a bunch of people that T...

Episode 201 of The Bulletproof Podcast is one epic adventure! Special Guest, "Direct to Video Connoisseur" Matt Poirier joins Chris the Brain, "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo, and Ryan Campbell to discuss the absolute classic that is 1989's Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. The efficiency of the movie's open and River Phoenix's spot on performance as Young Indy, Sean Connery and the father and son...

It's the milestone 200th episode of The Bulletproof Podcast and we are celebrating Death Wish style! Join Chris the Brain, "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo, and Ryan Campbell as they discuss the one that started it all... 1974's Death Wish starring Charles Bronson! The transformation of Paul Kersey from bleeding heart liberal to the news cycle darling Vigilante, Sam and his crime rate statistics, Aim...

We are going Whacky for Jackie on Episode 199 of The Bulletproof Podcast! Celebrate Jackie Chan's birthday with Chris the Brain, "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo, and Ryan Campbell as they discuss 1984's Wheels on Meals! The cultural melting pot that is Barcelona, the combination of Jackie Chan and Yuen Biao, the high tech food truck, the philandering neighbor, the seductive Sylvia, Keith Vitali and...

We pay tribute to the legendary Chuck Norris on Episode 198 of The Bulletproof Podcast. Join Chris the Brain, "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo, and Ryan Campbell as they share their earliest Chuck Norris memories before the discussion turns to 1986's Firewalker. Chuck getting a chance to cut loose, Chuck's chemistry with Louis Gossett Jr and Melody Anderson, the eye patch wearing Coyote, the obligato...

We are celebrating 40 years of RAD on Bulletproof Podcast Episode 197! Join your host Chris the Brain, and co-hosts "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo and Ryan Campbell as they discuss all the BMX action of RAD with Special Guest, Todd Gaines! The ultimate underdog Cru Jones, the multiple montages, Superstar Bart Taylor, the Bicycle Boogie, the wet blanket that was Talia Shire, Cru Jones' foul mouth si...

It's a special St. Patrick's Day edition of The Bulletproof Podcast and we are discussing some Lorenzo McLamas?!?! Join Chris the Brain, "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo, and Ryan Campbell as they look back at the first sequel in the Snake Eater series, 1991's Snake Eater II: The Drug Buster! The pairing of Lorenzo Lamas and Larry B. Scott, a try hard big bad, the most conspicuous plumbing truck of a...

War Machine dropped on Netflix last Friday, and it is the subject of this week's edition of The Bulletproof Podcast! Join your host Chris the Brain, along with co-hosts "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo and Ryan Campbell as they discuss War Machine. A film starring Alan Ritchson of Reacher fame, and a film inspired by some true action classics. Favorite scenes, the tale of two movies feel, the effects...

This episode of The Bulletproof Podcast is dedicated to the memory of our friend Shawn Cavender. Join Chris the Brain, "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo, and Ryan Campbell as they enter the world of Bruceploitation and discuss 1980's Challenge of the Tiger. The personal favorite Bruceploitation movie of Shawn Cavender and one of the more cohesive Richard Harrison movies from the 1980s. Among the talki...

It's a rare starring role for the late great Steve James, and it is the topic of discussion on Episode 193 of the Bulletproof Podcast! Join Chris the Brain, "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo, and Ryan Campbell as they chat all things Street Hunter. The talking points include the fantastic character names, the ultra cool Steve James, the strong supporting cast that included John Leguizamo and Frank Vin...

It's another in the long line of 90s underground fight movies on Episode 192 of The Bulletproof Podcast! Join Chris the Brain, "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo, and Ryan Campbell as they discuss 1997's Balance of Power (aka Hidden Tiger). The cast of familiar faces that included Billy Blanks, Mako, a leggy James Lew, Voyo Goric, and "The Canadian Giant" himself, Garry Robbins, the multiple training m...

Love is in the air on Episode 191 of The Bulletproof Podcast as the guys discuss 2001's Valentine. Listen in as Chris the Brain, "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo, and Ryan Campbell dissect Valentine in honor of Valentine's Day. The multiple red herrings, the kills, the maggots, the creepy Valentine's Day cards, and of course, Denise Richards, are among the talking points. Plus, Ryan Campbell expresse...

It's a super edition of The Bulletproof Podcast as the guys discuss Superfights! Join Chris the Brain, "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo, and Ryan Campbell as they look back at the pro wrestling inspired Superfights... complete with Keith Vitali doing his best Vince McMahon impersonation! The colorful cast of Superfighters, the skills of Brandon Gaines and the super fandom of his character Jack Cody,...

We are celebrating the 40th Anniversary of Eliminators on Episode 189 of The Bulletproof Podcast! Join Chris the Brain, "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo, and Ryan Campbell as they discuss the unique, genre mashup, that is 1987's Eliminators! The Mandroid and the goon that despised him, the impressive Conan Lee, Harry Fontana IT Expert, Scientist Nora Hunter and SPOT the robot, the Quo Vadis, Bayou Be...

On Episode 188 of The Bulletproof Podcast, the guys tackle the newly released Netflix original movie, The Rip. Join Chris the Brain, "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo, and Ryan Campbell as they discuss the latest Matt Damon/Ben Affleck film. Among the topics of discussion are the Don't Trust Anybody atmosphere, the relatable spot the characters find themselves in, the keep you guessing storyline, and...

There's Nowhere to Run on Episode 187 of The Bulletproof Podcast! Join your host Chris the Brain, along with co-hosts "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo, and Ryan Campbell as they discuss 1993's Nowhere to Run. The movie would be a change of pace for JCVD, with less action and more drama. The opening bus scene, Mookie's love of E.T. and disdain for boobs, Peeping Sam, penis talk at the dinner table, th...

We remember Richard Norton on Episode 186 of The Bulletproof Podcast with a discussion of one of his final films. Join your host Chris the Brain, along with Ryan Campbell and "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo as they discuss Black Creek. Norton's show stealing performance, the cast filled with action movie veterans, speculation on who could join the cast in Black Creek 2, plus the final Norton vs. Rot...

It's a New Year's Eve spectacular as the guys from the Bulletproof Podcast and their friends come together to celebrate the 1st Annual Golden Butthorn Awards! 12 prestigious Golden Butthorn Awards will be given out. The winners were voted on by the listeners of The Bulletproof Podcast! Categories include Franchise Player of the Year, Best Hair, Fight of the Year, Goon of the Year, Best Needledrop,...

It's our annual Year in Review episode as the guys look back at 2025! Join Chris the Brain, "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo, and Ryan Campbell as they share their Top 5 movies of the year, and pay tribute to the ones we lost in 2025. Plus, the most read posts over at BulletproofAction.com, and the most listened to episodes of the Bulletproof Podcast, news on Episode 200, and everyone's favorite... t...

It's a special holiday edition of The Bulletproof Podcast as the guys discuss Gremlins! Join Chris the Brain, "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo, Ryan Campbell, AND Chad Cruise as they talk all things Gremlins! The rules, Kingston Falls, Judge Reinhold's now you see him - now you don't character, the dastardly Mrs. Deagle, Corey Feldman dressed like a Christmas tree, Rand Peltzer's crappy inventions, M...

'Tis the season for Christmas Action, as the guys discuss Project Shadowchaser II on Episode 183 of The Bulletproof Podcast! Join Chris the Brain, Ryan Campbell, and "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo as they look back at Nu Image's "holiday classic", Project Shadowchaser II. Amon the talking points are Frank Zagarino's grand entrance, sexual harassment at the workplace, the dangers of hitchhiking and...

Paul London joins us for Episode 182 of the Bulletproof Podcast, to discuss a movie he considers "Movie of the Year". Join Chris the Brain, "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo, Ryan Campbell, AND special guest Paul London as they talk all things Deathstalker (2025). The music, Daniel Bernhardt, the practical effects, Doodad and more! Plus, CTB pitches the idea of a BraveStarr movie, PL hates on Jared Le...

It was Roger Moore's last hurrah as James Bond, and it is the topic of discussion on Episode 181 of The Bulletproof Podcast! Join Chris the Brain, Ryan Campbell, and the returning "Toyman" Chris DePetrillo as they discuss A View to a Kill! The highs and the lows of Roger Moore's final Bond appearance, the Duran Duran theme song and music video, Christopher Walken as Max Zorin, Grace Jones as May D...

Episode 180 of The Bulletproof Podcast is all about Edgar Wright's newly released The Running Man starring Glen Powell! Join Chris the Brain and Ryan Campbell as they compare and contrast the 2025 version of The Running Man with the 1987 original. What did they like about the movie? What didn't they like? What would they have done differently? Who did CTB feel was the movie's MVP? All these questi...

The latest entry in the long running Predator franchise is discussed on Episode 179 of The Bulletproof Podcast! Join Chris the Brain, "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo, and Ryan Campbell as they have a spoiler heavy Predator: Badlands discussion! The characters including a Predator in the protagonist role for the first time, the underdog story, the world building, plus the movie's amazing visuals and...