John Wesley Norton's BOOMCAST

Yes, it has been awhile. Apologies. I've been busy with other creative endeavours but I'll always circle back to the BOOMCAST! This is the 4th MOVIE VAULT PROJECT episode, where I'm joined once again with the other Cinema Saviours CLINT CHAFFER and CHAD WEEKS. If you are not aware, the U.S. Government has commissioned us to save 50% of all the major films ever made due to the unfort...

You didn't think I'd get this far did you? Well the joke's on you! On this show you will hear from the very talented JUAN RIEDINGER. He is an award-winning actor and director based out of Vancouver and Los Angeles making an international name for himself through his varied body of work. Work such as Jennifer's Body , Alien Vs. Predator: Requiem , The Day the Earth Stood Still ,...

Welcome to the Boomcast. Episode #19 is the first in an ongoing series called CINEMA SUBGENRE, in which fellow cinephile BEN LEWANDOWSKI and myself examine similarly themed films. Today we list our TOP 10 HIJACKING FILMS! This show will have you flying high! I know that was bad but it had to be done. The act of hijacking a plane has always made for great action/drama in cinema and Ben and I look b...

The CINEMA SAVIORS, Clint Chaffer, Chad Weeks, and myself have been tasked with a very difficult mission. The Government has tapped us to help with an above top-secret endeavor. We are to choose from among a list of actors who have passed away, so the Government's secret program can bring them back from the past and cast them in a remake of STAR WARS. In order to pay for this enterprise they...

In 1980 Director John Carpenter released one of the finest ghost stories in cinema. 25 years later the film was remade, following the same blueprint for the most part while introducing new elements. Ben Lewandowski and I attempt to examine both films and offer our insights. Was the newer version up to snuff? Is the original a true classic? A must listen for Carpenter fans. Lots of discussion. Lots...

On this, the 2nd ACTION ICON episode I am joined by Certified Steven Seagal Expert BEN LEWANDOWSKI, and together we delve deep into the "Golden Era" of Seagal. When he broke onto the scene in a big way in 1988 through the early 2,000's. We take a look at the actor's early career and Ben and I each compare our Top 10 favorite Seagal movies. This is a long one but worth every min...

YES! Are you a Road House fan? Do you prefer the smooth and sexy 1989 Patrick Swayze version or the more rough and tumble 2024 Jake Gyllenhaal version? Well you are in luck because my guest tonight is Action Film Expert Ben Lewandowski and we discuss all things Road House! The pros, the cons, and everything in between. So dive in, and dodge the right hook! Let's walk through the front door of...

On this episode I'm joined by the other Cinema Saviors, CLINT CHAFFER and CHAD WEEKS. Once again we are tasked by our government to help choose 50% of all the films ever made to place securely in the DOOMSDAY VAULT located under the mountains of Colorado. The other 50% unfortunately are going straight to the trash heap of history. The films up in this episode are: UNFORGIVEN, APOLLO 13, DOG D...

Welcome to Episode 13! My guests on the show today are DC MCAULIFFE, musician and film composer. DC is a super talented musian and a heckuva nice guy! Check it out! www.dcmcauliffe.com Please subscribe to the show wherever you find your favorite podcasts and leave a review! Email the show with comments or suggestions HERE   Follow the Boomcast on social media! FACEBOOK INSTAGRAM

Join myself and Certified Chuck Norris Expert BEN LEWANDOWSKI on the very first in a series called ACTION ICONS. Periodically Ben and I will be discussing our action movie heroes of the ‘70’s, ‘80’s and beyond. We will list our favorite 10 films of each Action Icon and discuss their career and how they attained ICON STATUS! Give it a listen…the last thing you want to do is disrespect CHUCK! Please...

I sit down with fellow filmmaker, educator and comic book enthusiast SCOTT GRENKE to discuss the ages of comics. We take a look at the Golden Age, the Silver Age and beyond, all the way to the modern comics scene. I learned a lot and I hope you do to. In the immortal words of Stan Lee...EXCELSIOR!  Please subscribe to the show wherever you find your favorite podcasts and leave a review! Email the...

Cult film icon RON MILLKIE joins me to discuss his career, primarily the role he is most famous for being that of Officer Dorf in the original FRIDAY THE 13th. We also talk about  the convention circuit, which he is very active on,  and how certain film franchises develop long lasting fan appeal. Please subscribe to the show wherever you find your favorite podcasts and leave a review! Email the sh...

Here it is! A Special Halloween Episode! Sit back and enjoy horror talk with myself, Clint Chaffer and Chad Weeks, THE CINEMA SAVIORS. I was a guest on their recent horror episode and they have given me permission to release that show here on the BOOMCAST.  If you like horror films and horror talk, you'll find this one to be a bloody good time!  Please subscribe to the show wherever you find...

Join John, Clint and Chad, THE CINEMA SAVIORS as they assign modern Directors to remakes of classic(?) films! Do you agree with our picks? Too bad! Let's go!!! Please subscribe to the show wherever you find your favorite podcasts and leave a review! Email the show with comments or suggestions HERE   Follow the Boomcast on social media! FACEBOOK INSTAGRAM

On this episode of the BOOMCAST, we have LARRY THOMAS, who played the iconic role of THE SOUP NAZI on the classic television sitcom SEINFELD, along with many other roles.  Larry discusses his career and opens the door a bit on the inner workings of Hollywood, working the convention circuit, and MORE! I think you will enjoy our far ranging conversation. So buckle up, and turn it up! Please subscrib...

On this episode the Cinema Saviors once again are tasked with helping the shadowy government organization known as the Movie Vault Project (MVP) choose 50% of all films made to lock away in the Doomsday Vault located under the mountains of Colorado. The Willis-Affleck asteroid is on it's way folks and not every film can survive. We are given 20 films and must choose 10 to send to the vault fo...

Today on John Wesley Norton's BOOMCAST I talk with classic television star Kathy Garver. Kathy is an actress, voice talent and author. Our conversation is far-ranging and fascinating discussing Hollywood, Classic Television, Audio Book reading, practical advice for actors and so much more!  Also, I speak with Ziggy Klett, professional standup comedian. We discuss what it is like being a worki...

On Episode #3 of John Wesley Norton's BOOMCAST we have a great show because I am talking with Jim Meyers who owns and operate the Sasquatch Outpost in Bailey Colorado. We will learn about his establishment and learn quite a bit about these mysterious creatures of the backwoods! This is a good one folks so be sure to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review! www.sasquatchoutpost.com Please...

On BOOMCAST #2 you will be subjected to...er, you will be treated to Clint Chaffer, Chad Weeks and myself, and we are...THE CINEMA SAVIORS! On this episode, a giant astroid is on it's way to wipe us out! We are given the challenge of considering 20 well known films and choosing half of them to be placed in a doomsday vault for future generations, and to retire the other half permanently. Chec...

This is a short introductory episode explaining what to expect from the show and just to say, "Hello!"  I hope you all will continue to join me for every upcoming episode.  Please subscribe to the show wherever you find your favorite podcasts and leave a review! Email the show with comments or suggestions HERE   Follow the Boomcast on social media! FACEBOOK INSTAGRAM