Gutting the Sacred Cow

In this episode of "Gutting the Sacred Cow," comedian Kevin Gootee and movie critic Kevin Israel are joined by special guest Natalia Reagan to take on one of the most iconic romantic comedies of all time: "Breakfast at Tiffany's." Despite its status as a classic, Natalia makes a compelling case for why this film should be evicted from its sacred cow status. From its outdated ra...

Welcome to a bonus episode of our podcast, where we bring you insights into the latest movies and TV shows that we've watched. In this episode, we dive into what three of our hosts have recently watched and their thoughts on them. First up, Kevin Gootee shares his experience watching the highly anticipated superhero film, Shazam 2: Fury of the Gods. He'll discuss the plot, characters, and...

In this episode of the Gutting the Sacred Cow podcast, David the Producer delivers a scathing critique of the 1989 romantic comedy-drama, "Say Anything". As part of the GTSC podcast's ongoing "Lambastes the Movie" series, David breaks down the film's flawed plot, weak character development, and lackluster performances. From John Cusack's one-dimensional portrayal of Llo...

Welcome to a bonus episode of "What We're Watching" with Kevin Gootee, Ralph Sutton, and David the Producer. In this episode, we discuss some of the latest shows and movies that we've been watching lately. Kevin shares his thoughts on "American Made," the action-packed biographical thriller starring Tom Cruise, and "Dirty Work," a hilarious comedy about two best fri...

Join us for the latest episode of Gutting the Sacred Cow, where comedian and writer Dave Sirus takes on War for Planet of the Apes. In this episode, Dave poaches the popular film franchise to explore its underlying themes and challenge its sacred status. Along with guest host Kim Adragna, Dave dissects the film's portrayal of war, power, and survival, and uncovers surprising insights that will...

Welcome to a bonus episode of our podcast, where we dive into the latest movies and TV shows that we’ve been watching. In this episode, our host Kevin Gootee sits down with guests Kim Adragna and Dave Sirus, to discuss the latest binge-worthy content. Kim Adragna shares her thoughts on the classic romance movie, Pride and Prejudice, and the superhero comedy, Thunder Force. Meanwhile, Dave Sirus ta...

In this episode of Gutting the Sacred Cow, host Kevin Gootee welcomes former CIA operative Mike Baker as they discuss the classic Hitchcock film, North by Northwest. But the twist? Mike Baker waterboards the movie with his expert analysis and critique. From the film's iconic chase scenes to its portrayal of espionage, Baker offers a unique perspective that challenges common interpretations of...

The president of the Jennifer Lawrence fan club returns to throw even more bouquets at the self-proclaimed action princess. Just kidding! Joanne Noscuhinsky (Mornin on Compound Media) still hates J-Law and came to dethrone the young adult mega hit, The Hunger Games. Katniss Everdeen, Woody Harrelson, Lenny Kravitz, and Chris Hemsworth's brother faces Joanne's bow and arrow. Who is Kevin Go...

It's that time of year we give a member of the HERD a chance to jump into the gutter's seat and take a crack they hate or find overrated. George Neumann, last year's winner and gutter of Commando, wins again! He chose the 1984 beloved teenage war movie, Red Dawn. You know, the film that causes drunk guys in their 50s to randomly yell out, "WOLVERINES!" Joining Colonel Kevin Goo...

The Farrelly brothers gave us Dumb and Dumber, Kingpin, Me, Myself and Irene. Don Jamieson would love to give Shallow Hal back to them. Don explains to Kevin Gootee and guest co-host Marcela Alonso why anyone who can tolerate this film is, as Jack Black annoyingly says throughout this film, cuckoo. Marcela also tells the boys how she knew Channing Tatum while she was a stripper down in Tampa. Wait...

Here's an axe to the heart of the nerds because Kat Rosenfield (Author of "You Must Remember This) explains why Lord of the Rings: Return of the King is a 3 hr plus unnecessary slog. Despite this film winning ALL 11 awards in 2003 including best picture, Kat explains why this smells worse than orcs in 100 degree heat. Rejoining @KevinGootee as guest co-host is @AdamSank and we see if a gay...

Well, now he's done it. Ray Stakenas (Transformers and Highlander episodes) returns only to make your favorite host, Kevin Gootee, snap a pencil in anger. Ray is going to attempt to systematically disassemble KG's favorite film, Caddyshack. Bill Schulz RAN to the co-host seat to dump boiling oil on Ray's argument. Can Ray even make a speck of a cogent argument? Only one way to find out...

Tom Cruise is a mega action star but did you know he did rom-coms? Of course you did, where else did we get "show me the money"?? Tristian from Geek Vibes Nation and Geek Vibes News finds Jerry Maguire to be beyond sappy and an unbelievable relationship which screams, "THAT DOESN'T HAPPEN." Co-hosting this week with Kevin Gootee is Rob from the Random Ramblings with Rob show (3...

What do you get when you mix George Lucas, little people, and Val Kilmer? A terrible film called Willow; according to Ben and Dave of Blockbuster Mentality podcast. What else do the boy claim is wrong with this 80's fantasy tale? Love potions, aka medieval times rufies, are afoot. God awful special effects. Dogs "disguised" as trolls wearing terrible costumes. Are @KevinGootee and gues...

National Lampoon's Vacation is as an iconic of an 80s film as you can imagine. Chevy Chase goes back on top, Beverly D'Angelo takes off her top, and Kim Adragna blows her top why Vacation is erroneously loved. Joining Kevin Gootee to hang out in the co-host chair is Jim Mendrinos, the gutter from the Inception episode! Get in the family truckster with us and see if Kim puts a dog leash and...

The most successful horror film of all time is now being gutted on this podcast! No, not the Bill and Hillary Clinton sex tape, we're talking the Blair Witch Project. Dan Dunn (What We're Drinking, Adam Carolla Show) explains why this unfortunately opened Pandora's Box for found footage films. Delvin Cox rejoins Kevin Gootee as co-host and we all know he's never at a lack of opinio...

Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah to everyone! What timing as everyone's favorite tractor beam of Marlboro Red's, Bill Schulz from Mornin on Compound Media, grabs his childhood friend and former gutter, Brad Morris, for a tag team appearance! Bill and Brad think Home Alone is worse than sitting through Avatar Way of the Water without being able to go to the bathroom. Nick Whitmer (Fantasy...

One of the biggest action franchise gets strike 2 from one of our guests. Joey from So Wizard Podcast returns (Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone) to deface Mission Impossible: Fallout. Joey thinks Tom Cruise/Ethan Hunt is OVERRATED as an action star and thinks the Mission Impossible franchise stinks on ice. Coming back on the show but this time as guest host is Nick from the Gag On This Po...

1985 was OWNED by Michael J Fox: Back to the Future, Family Ties, and Teen Wolf. We already did BTTF, we don't do TV shows, which leaves us with Teen Wolf. Tyler Morrison (Fight Stories podcast and Ric Flair roast) decided no better time to explain how Michael J Fox is the most BORING werewolf and how he's really the bad guy. The adult version of Werther's original, Bill Schulz (Mornin...

Sean Connery is arguably the greatest James Bond of all time and Dr. No was the spark that ignited a multibillion dollar franchise. Enter Bradford Oman from Slashfilm who thinks that Dr. No was as fun as having a claw hand play pickup sticks. He outlines why this film is problematic and just an overall bore. But noted James Bond film enthusiast @KevinGootee invites former gutting and co-host AC Ro...

Jurassic World was a breath of fresh air into an extinct-ish franchise. It was mostly loved but of course, someone has a dissenting opinion of this dinosaur park reboot. Paul from Heavy Spoilers on Youtube explains why Jurassic Park 4 is essentially a tired retread which has zero stakes and zero charisma from the characters. Kevin Gootee had to invite Jurassic Park hater, Ray Gootz, back on the po...

Spiderman: No Way Home made over 1 BILLION dollars last year. Jeremy Kaplowitz wasn't impressed that 3 Spidermen, Sandman, Green Goblin, Doctor Octopus, Electro, or Lizard, were in this film. Hell, he couldn't care less about Doctor Strange or Daredevil were here. Jeremy outlines his reasons why this film was in the Covid-induced state he was in as he taped this episode. Joining Kevin Goot...

Almost 200 episodes in and we FINALLY got our first guest who wants to take down one of cinema's greatest action heroes of all time, James Bond. Chris Woolsey from Crackle came for the crown by decreeing that Casino Royale is just pretty damn awful. Chris explains why Daniel Craig is worse than multiple shots to the chestnuts but are Kevin Gootee and guest host Rich Carucci shooting this argum...

Happy Halloween! We go from 2 horror/Halloween movies to a...Christmas Movie? Only Fans star Marcela Alonso despises Gizmo and his evil offshoot cousins, Gremlins! Kevin Gootee and Delvin Cox determine if Marcela's argument is worse than a Gremlin flasher or one who miraculously figures out how to load and fire a gun. So trick or treat, gimme something good to eat...or gut? Looking to sell you...

Happy early Halloween! Perfect timing as @JLcauvin makes his 3rd appearance to impale 1 of the horror community's all time favorite films and franchises, A Nightmare on Elm Street. JL isn't getting afraid of bad dreams or Freddy Krueger and his glove of knives. Kevin Gootee figures this is a perfect time to call on Gutting the Sacred Cow's resident horror expert, Juliette Miranda from...