Fat Dude Digs Flicks Movie Podcasts

Send us Fan Mail Let’s Taco ‘Bout is back with TWO all-time greats. First, the Fat Dude is joined by one of his favorite humans walking the planet, pastor Steve Miller from First Church of Jaffrey. We chat about our history together, Steve’s journey around the country, being an East Coaster in the Midwest (and back again), and his voyage through faith. We then discuss Steve’s pick for movie of the...

Send us Fan Mail Every hiatus seems to end with a Break and this one is no different. The Criterion Break is back! On this week’s show, the Arthouse trio discuss some recent watches, and then dive into the One Night collection, now streaming on the Criterion Channel. The guys discuss their love for this particular sub-genre, before chatting about Elaine May’s Mikey and Nicky, John Carpenter’s Assa...

Send us Fan Mail In a special episode of The Balcony, the gang from the back row discuss their Oscar night predictions, providing some last minute commentary on the categories, the nominations, and some stand-out omissions. The guys also talk about why they love Oscar night so much. Blake can be found on Letterboxd @ therealjohng and on Instagram @blakeg_5150. Derrick can be found on Instagram AND...

Send us Fan Mail The annual tradition continues!!! This week, Jameson Pfeifle joins the show as we count down our favorite films of 2023. We discuss the year in general, find out again just how similar our tastes are, and talk about what movies we just didn’t get. We also hear some thoughts from friends of the show as they discuss their favorites from the past year. Join us for another great conve...

Send us Fan Mail This week, Let’s Taco ‘Bout returns with another awesome chat! I am joined by Sioux Falls State Theatre volunteer and dog dad, Tarek Maalouf. We chat about his Pennsylvania roots, where his love of movies stems from, and having an aptitude for numbers and science. We then dive into Tarek’s pick for movie of the week, the Oscar-nominated, Jason Reitman flick, Up in the Air. Tarek c...

Send us Fan Mail This week, The Balcony is open! On a brand new episode, Blake and Derrick discuss their top ten lists for the year that was 2023. They dive into some recent watches and then unveil their lists, showcasing a jam-packed year in cinema. What box office smashes will grace their lists? What little seen indie or international flicks will make their way to your watchlist? Blake and Derri...

Send us Fan Mail This week, Let’s Taco ‘Bout returns to its regular format for a brand new episode! I am joined by Tom Devine, co-host of the long-running A Comic Book Look and pop culture aficionado. We chat about Kansas City and the journey to Sioux Falls, the roots of Tom’s love for “geek culture,” how he met his wife, and what it’s like being a dad to almost a full squad of teenagers. We then...

Send us Fan Mail A little delayed but still here, it’s a different kind of Let’s Taco ‘Bout this week. I am joined by John Boe, Andrew Steinhouse, and Cameron Rhode, director and actors from the upcoming Deathtrap, a production taking the stage at the Olde Towne Dinner Theatre later this month. We talk about their theater journeys, creative influences, and the movies that kept them entertained. We...

Send us Fan Mail Let’s Taco ‘Bout returns this week! I am joined by college educator and theatre director, Sarah Honerman. We chat about the joy of educational theater, the unexpected transitions of theatrical focus, a good Honerman love story, and how much The Fat Dude loves Sarah’s dad. We then dive into Sarah’s pick for movie of the week, Alejandro Iñárritu’s Oscar-winning dark comedy, Birdman!...

Send us Fan Mail For movie buffs, second Christmas is now in full swing as the Oscar nominations have been revealed! In step with the annual tradition, I am joined once again by Sioux Falls theatrical show-stopper, Jess Johannsen, and her brother and movie buddy, Nick Johannsen, and we dissect Tuesday’s nominations. Are we a part of the Greta/Margot internet disappointment machine? What omissions...

Send us Fan Mail The Balcony is now open! The hosts who brought you The Criterion Break are bringing you a NEW podcast. The Balcony focuses on the random conversations of three friends who just want to talk about movies. The Balcony covers the arthouse, the multiplex, and all stops in between, covering whatever movie topic comes to mind each week. On the premiere episode, the three talk Oscar nomi...

Send us Fan Mail The Break is back this week, as the arthouse trio looks back at year three in the reopening of the Sioux Falls State Theatre. We run down a timeline of the events, and discuss some of our most memorable moments including a month of Fat Dude approved flicks, some great audience participation experiences, mystery movies, a horror movie featuring a killer sloth, and a chance to say f...

Send us Fan Mail This week, it’s an all new Let’s Taco ‘Bout! On this week’s show, Software Solutions Consultant, public speaking ace, and blossoming stage actress, Heather Thomas joins the show. We chat about her history of embracing technology, a love for sci-fi, and bringing important personal values and self-love into motherhood. We also discuss her love of all things Star Trek and the massive...

Send us Fan Mail This week on the program, we wrap up the holiday season with the final Naughty List episode for the year. Published author and blossoming “film bro,” Jordan Raycine joins the show. We chat about her life in Salt Lake City and her journey/crash course through film appreciation before diving into her pick for movie of the week, a sequel that has developed a cult following over the l...

Send us Fan Mail Christmas Break basically DEMANDS a break, so your favorite trifecta returns this week for a Criterion Break! We finally wrap up our year long stroll through The World of Wong Kar Wai boxset with the last two films, In the Mood For Love and 2046. Hear us praise the lush cinematography and deep, recurring sense of longing, while also pondering how two people — Tony Leung and Maggie...

Send us Fan Mail Christmas is just around the corner so the Naughty List rages on! This week, longtime friend and repeat guest Jameson Pfeifle of SDFilmThoughts returns to the show. We chat briefly about his recovery from an accident, his return to the movie theater, and what creative ventures he has been up to lately before we dive into our featured movie of the week, Tony Scott’s frenetic drug m...

Send us Fan Mail This week’s episode is a 3 on 1 Naughty List Challenge Handicap match set for one fall. First, the challengers… First, from the Reliving the Lights podcast, Anthony “QB 1” Hoekman! Next, from the Screams From the Basement podcast, Casey “The King” Kelderman! And finally, their partner, the voice of the Sioux Falls Stampede and Midwest Wrestling, Charlie “The Mouth” Eccles! And the...

Send us Fan Mail Kicking off the holiday season with our new tradition here on Let’s Taco ‘Bout — right? Two years constitutes a tradition? — with the return of The Naughty List! For those who don’t know, The Naughty List is a miniseries where I reevaluate some movies I don’t care for with people who love/appreciate them. On this week’s episode, I am joined by former educator and now bilingual pro...

Send us Fan Mail Let’s Taco ‘Bout returns from a brief hiatus, kicking off the holiday season with something fun! Chad Barker, local movie buff and State Theatre volunteer joins the show this week. We chat about Chad’s moviegoing history and the role his grandmother played in that, his longtime love for Disney, and where you can find Chad during the Halloween season. We then dive into the featured...

Send us Fan Mail Happy Halloween!!! Fat Dude Digs Flicks wraps up the October Holiday season with an all new Let’s Taco ‘Bout. This week, regular guest and eventual replacement host, Charlie Eccles, returns to the show! We chat about Charlie’s wrestling retirement storyline, the continuing adventures of fatherhood, and whatever else comes to mind before diving into this week’s movie. This week, Ch...

Send us Fan Mail A day late, but not a dollar short! Double episode October rolls along! This week, I am joined by local movie buff, Dylan Ferguson. We chat about his early life, meeting the love of his life, and how Dylan is a Mr. Movies Guy! We then dive into Dylan’s pick for movie of the week, the Robert Rodriguez/Quentin Tarantino double feature, Grindhouse. You can follow Dylan on Instagram a...

Send us Fan Mail The Halloween season keeps rolling along! This week, local cult movie buff, Seth Benson, joins the show. We chat about Seth’s time in Iowa, the roots of his love for movies, and what he loves about Halloween. We then dive into Seth’s pick for movie of the week, the 1970s Brian DePalma rock musical, Phantom of the Paradise . You can follow Seth on Instagram @ vhs_seth . Follow Fat...

Send us Fan Mail The Halloween season keeps screaming along! This week, I am joined by local artist and State Theater employee, Brooke Rowe. We chat about her roots, from moving across the country (and overseas) throughout her life, to where her love of movies and art comes from, to coming out and meeting her wife. We then dive into Brooke’s choice for movie of the week, the Wes Craven directed cl...

Send us Fan Mail The spooky season antics of Fat Dude Digs Flicks continue with another episode of Let’s Taco ‘Bout! On this week’s episode, I am joined once again by Natasha, podcast host and former Sioux Falls radio sensation, to chat horror and Halloween. We talk about her Halloween celebrations before discussing a true gem of 1980s cinema, Maximum Overdrive , directed by a cocaine-fueled Steph...

Send us Fan Mail October’s celebration of all things horror kicks off this week! On this episode, The Fat Dude is joined by law graduate and pet mom, Kate Sumser. We talk about the trials and tribulations of pursuing a legal career, the highlights of the Bay Area in California, and Kate’s longtime love for all things horror. We also dive into her pick for movie of the week, the exceptional Japanes...