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Allison, Eric, Rob and Rachel join Brendan O'Neill to break down 1994's Ace Ventura: Pet Detective. It's a classic from early in Jim Carrey's career and kicked off a string of movies that shot him to the top of the highest-paid actor list. This movie is just as funny as it was when it first came out, so check out our glowing discussion and laugh along with us.

Eric and Allison join Brendan O'Neill to discuss our initial reactions to The Snyder Cut on HBO Max. We talk about what worked, what didn't and what this new 4-hour version of Justice League might mean for streaming services in the future.

Allison and Eric join Brendan O'Neill to break down The Quiet Man, a 1952 classic from director John Ford and starring John Wayne and Maureen O'Hara. This is a charming, funny, picturesque movie that is perfect for the days leading up to St. Patrick's Day. Slainte!

Allison, Joel and Michelle join me on a coast-to-coast race of nonsense and shenanigans...The Cannonball Run! This Burt Reynolds and Dom LeLuise movie from 1981 may not be a "classic," per se, but we broke down everything you ever wanted to know about it anyway.

It's a classic. It's the movie that cemented Tom Cruise as a superstar. It's got the greatest shirtless volleyball scene in film history. It's Top Gun! Eric and Allison join me to breakdown all the important aspects of this 80s ode to the military. I feel the need; the need for speed!

In a very special, extra-large episode, Rob and Allison join me to break down the 1991 classic, The Silence of the Lambs. We tear this film apart, limb from limb, as we do a deep dive into the genre, characters, plot, and even important issues like the layout of Jame Gumb's basement and the enormous size of Clarice's cake at FBI graduation. Crack open some fava beans and a nice chianti as you list...

Snatch is arguably Guy Ritchie's best movie - at least it is in my opinion. Allison, Eric, Mike and I all have an affinity for this amazing movie, and we breakdown all its best details, including: trivia, casting, best scenes and memorable quotes. Is it Brad Pitt's best performance? Is it Dennis Farina's best role? Is it the breakout movie for Jason Statham? Who knows? Regardless, Snatch is super...

It's the second half of our very special two-part Casino Royale episode. This one is packed with discussion, include the popular Recasterbate segment and everyone's favorite: the How Much Are They Worth game. We can expect a few 007 sequels to this episode, I'm sure.

The name's Bond. James Bond. Shaken, not stirred. Allison, Eric and Ian join me to break down my favorite 007 movie, Casino Royale. It's Daniel Craig's debut, and sees the franchise return to its more gritty, less jokey, roots. This is the first part of a two-part episode, and includes a fun, crazy game of "Bond Girl Names: Real or Fake?" Check out this episode as a primer for part 2, which will d...

Just in time for its 30th anniversary, Allison and Eric join me to break down 1991's Point Break. While considered by many to be a pop culture classic, upon rewatching, this movie is surprisingly light on signature quotes and memorable lines. That said, the skydiving scenes makeup for any shortcomings. "Utah, get me two!"

Yippee-ki-yay! Allison, Eric and Pauly join me to make fists with our toes while we discuss all the great things about Die Hard. The ultimate Christmas movie (yes, it's absolutely a Christmas movie), Die Hard is one of my favorites and we break down all the best quotes, scenes and characters. Come out the coast, we'll have a few laughs...

Allison, Rob and Pauly join me to break down Martin Scorsese's classic, Goodfellas. It's been among each of our favorite movies of all time since we saw it, and obsessed over it, in college. This is part 2 of our two-part Goodfellas episode and is chock full of memories, trivia, favorite quotes and the 'How Much Are They Worth?' game. If you haven't listened to part 1, "Go get your f***in' shinebo...

Allison, Rob and Pauly join me to break down Martin Scorsese's classic, Goodfellas. It's been among each of our favorite movies of all time since we saw it, and obsessed over it, in college. This episode is chock full of memories, trivia, favorite quotes and, of course, Recasterbate - everyone's favorite and potentially most-stressful segment of the show. Enjoy Part 1 and get ready for Part 2.

Allison and Eric join me on look back at Arnold Schwarzenegger's breakout role as the Terminator T-800. The Terminator's place in pop culture is cemented, but you'll be surprised to learn where it ranked in box office performance in 1984...which was a murderer's row of 80's classic. One of the best movie years ever.

Rob Nash joins me, along with Allison and Eric, as we dive into the trivia cast and insanity of this seemingly accidental hit. So, here it is, our extra-long episode of the Pubcast where we breakdown Steven Spielberg's classic, Jaws.  Jaws: You'll never go in the water again.

Allison and Eric again join me, this time to break down the John Cusack 80s classic, Better Off Dead. This move is insanely quirky and weird, and somehow it just works. Oh, and "I want my two dollars!"

Allison and Eric again join me, this time to break down a Coen Brothers' classic, Raising Arizona. We discuss if this is the "most Coen Brothers" of all Coen Brothers movies, get into some trivia and assorted nonsense, before jumping into what is quickly becoming our favorite segment: Recasterbate. There are some surprisingly great casting options if this movie was remade today. It's a recasting d...

Allison and Eric join me to breakdown another Chicago classic, The Fugitive. We decide if this is a Harrison Ford movie or a Tommy Lee Jones movie, dive deep into some great movie trivia, propose some interesting modern casting ideas in 'Recasterbate,' and are absolutely shocked by the net worth of one of the movie's actors in the 'How Much Are They Worth?' game.

Part 2 of our extra-long breakdown of Ferris Bueller's Day Off. This one includes our famous game, "How Much Are They Worth?" Do you have a movie you'd like us to breakdown? Let us know in the comments.

After some time off - OK, a long time off - we're back with some upgraded software and a whole new format. This is Part 1 of a two-part breakdown of Ferris Bueller's Day Off.

After another long hiatus (hey, we're not getting paid for this), Mike and Ruff join me for a brand new episode that features some annoying technical issues (which we've since resolved, but the fix won't be employed until episode 50) and the debut of the theme song for Mike's segment...one of my best efforts as producer. And remember: #iloveus.

Back from some time off, Michelle, Mike and Ruff join me for a lively episode that includes a couple new segments and an introduction to "Living My Best Life" - a song you may never forget; and will rue the day you first heard it.

After WAAAAAYYYY too much time away, the Pubcast is finally back. The last time we tried to come back, we recorded a great episode, only to have technical issues destroy it. This time, we got it right. Consider this episode a dumping ground of many of the random ideas I've had over the past few months. Mike, Ruff and I jump from topic to topic, trying out potential new segments and weeding out a c...

Mike, Tim and my wife, Allison, join me for part two of our deep dive into HBO's Westworld, where we dissect all of the major plot points and characters. If you like the show, you'll enjoy this episode. If you haven't seen Westworld, this probably isn't the episode for you. That said, the second half of the episode includes a funny version of the "How Much Are They Worth" game. Do I break my losin...

Mike, Tim and Allison (my wife, making her Pubcast debut) join me to take a deep dive into HBO's Westworld where we dissect all of the major plot points and characters. If you like the show, you'll enjoy this episode. If you haven't seen Westworld, this probably isn't the episode for you. It's a very good show and I highly suggest you check it out.