Box Office Buddies

🎬 Season Premiere: The Nolan Effect – Breaking Down a Cinematic Mastermind 🧠⏳ Box Office Buddies is back, and we’re kicking off Season 2 with a deep dive into the legendary mind of Christopher Nolan! Host Branden Dillard is joined by film buffs AJ Ferguson and Sam Phiri for a full-on celebration of one of modern cinema’s most visionary directors. 🎥✨ From gravity-defying dreamscapes to mind-be...

In this special bonus episode, host Branden Dillard is joined by guests Grant Kosanke and Ben McAnear for the ultimate Season 1 Movie Bracket Showdown! 💥 They pit 12 of the most memorable films from the season against each other in a head-to-head battle to crown the best movie of the season. Expect bold picks, heated debates, surprising upsets, and plenty of laughs as these three buddies work the...

Suit up for the epic season finale of Box Office Buddies! 🦸‍♂️🎬🍿 This week, host Branden Dillard closes out the season with a bang by bringing back fan-favorite guest Uncle Ray for a super-powered showdown! 💥 Together, they reveal their top five favorite superhero movies of all time—ranking the blockbusters that soared, smashed, and saved the day. From iconic origin stories to universe-shaking...

Start your engines and buckle up for a high-octane episode of Box Office Buddies! 🚗💨🍿 This week, host Branden Dillard is joined by his friend Mia Bagby to dive into her all-time favorite movie—the adrenaline-pumping The Fast and the Furious! 🏁 From epic car chases to heart-pounding moments, Mia shares why this action-packed ride about family, loyalty, and living life a quarter mile at a time h...

Lace up your sneakers and get ready for an inspiring episode of Box Office Buddies! 🎬🏀✨ This week, host Branden Dillard sits down with his friend Caleb Carter to talk about his favorite movie—Glory Road! 🏆 From buzzer-beater moments to groundbreaking history, Caleb shares why this powerful sports drama about the 1966 Texas Western basketball team still hits hard. Expect high-energy hoops talk,...

“If you ain’t first, you’re last!”—and this episode is definitely a winner! 🏎️🔥😂 This week, host Branden Dillard sits down with his buddy Justin Parker to talk about his favorite movie—Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby! 🏁 From absurd one-liners to over-the-top racing antics, Justin shares why this Will Ferrell classic still keeps him laughing. Expect hilarious movie moments, deep dive...

Love, laughter, and heated debates—it’s time for a brand-new episode format on Box Office Buddies! 🎬💘😂 This week, host Branden Dillard is bringing back Gretchen Houk for the first-ever Box Office Battles, where they go head-to-head and compare their Top 5 Romantic Comedies! From timeless classics to modern gems, they’ll break down their picks, defend their choices, and maybe even change each ot...

The Force is strong with this episode of Box Office Buddies! 🎬✨🚀 This week, host Branden Dillard sits down with his buddy Dylan Johnson to talk about his favorite movie—Star Wars: Return of the Jedi! 🌌⚔️ From Luke’s ultimate showdown with Vader to the greatness (or controversy?) of the Ewoks, Dylan breaks down why this legendary conclusion to the original trilogy still holds up. Expect fun Sta...

You’re killin’ me, Smalls!”—but in the best way, because it’s time for another episode of Box Office Buddies! 🎬⚾️✨ This week, host Branden Dillard sits down with his buddy Ryan Knutson to talk about his favorite movie—The Sandlot! 🌞🏟️ From backyard baseball games to unforgettable one-liners, Ryan shares why this ‘90s classic still brings back all the childhood feels. Expect fun nostalgia, deep...

Saddle up for another episode of Box Office Buddies, where we relive the movies that shaped us! 🎬🐎✨ This week, host Branden Dillard sits down with his buddy Carly Cowan to talk about her favorite movie—Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron! 🌄🎶 From breathtaking animation to that unforgettable Bryan Adams soundtrack, Carly shares why this childhood classic still gallops straight into her heart. Exp...

t’s time to strut like you mean it for another episode of Box Office Buddies! 🎬🐆✨ This week, host Branden Dillard sits down with his buddy Natalie Dean to talk about her favorite movie—Cheetah Girls 2! 🎤💃 From catchy songs to girl-power vibes, Natalie breaks down why this Disney Channel classic is still cheetah-licious all these years later. Expect fun nostalgia, a deep dive into the best mus...

Roll out for another episode of Box Office Buddies, where we celebrate the movies that make us cheer! 🎬🤖🔥 This week, host Branden Dillard sits down with his friend Mason Moore to talk about his favorite film—Transformers! 🚗➡️🤖 From epic robot battles to that unforgettable dun-dun-dun-dun score, Mason shares why this action-packed blockbuster still holds a special place in his heart. Expect hi...

Get ready for another episode of Box Office Buddies, where we celebrate the movies that inspire us! 🎬✨ This week, host Branden Dillard sits down with his buddy Will Yadon to talk about his favorite movie—The Secret Life of Walter Mitty! 🌍📸 From breathtaking adventures to finding courage in the everyday, Will shares why this visually stunning and heartwarming film continues to spark his imagina...

We’re back with another episode of Box Office Buddies, where we dive into the movies that mean the most to us! 🎬✨This week, host Branden Dillard sits down with his buddy Krystal Harlow to talk about her all-time favorite movie—As Good As It Gets! 🏙️💛 From Jack Nicholson’s unforgettable performance to the film’s perfect blend of heart and humor, Krystal breaks down why this ‘90s classic still re...

It’s time for another episode of Box Office Buddies, where we geek out over our favorite movies! 🎬✨🧛‍♂️ This week, host Branden Dillard welcomes a very special guest—his girlfriend, Gretchen Houk—to talk about her all-time favorite film, Twilight! 🩶🌲 Team Edward or Team Jacob? Iconic teen romance or ultimate guilty pleasure? Gretchen shares why this vampire love story still has a hold on her,...

Welcome to the very first episode of Box Office Buddies, the podcast where friends geek out over their favorite films! 🎬✨ This week, host Branden Dillard sits down with his buddy Kelly Young to talk about the ultimate underdog supervillain movie—Megamind! From brainy blue antiheroes to top-tier one-liners, Kelly breaks down why this animated gem deserves all the hype. Expect laughs, hot takes, a...