I Was A Teenage Film Snob

This week, the pod squad reunite after a month apart and there is no agenda. So sit back and enjoy non stop movie discussion and reviews as James, Maddie and Nick talk about everything they’ve watched in the last few weeks. Theme Song: The Last Movie

This week, James sits down with industry superstar Aaron Bennett, who recently directed the incredible short film “Jokers Wild” starring David Howard Thornton. James and Aaron talk about the ever changing landscape of the industry, the making of a short film and Aaron’s fresh take on the clown prince of crime. Theme Music: Rocker Chicks by Audionautix

This week, James is alone. He has no pod squad and no guest, but when it’s the weekend of Superman’s release, no one is truly alone. In honour of the Man of Steel’s return to the big screen, James lists his top 10 favourite DC movies of all time. Will you agree with his choices? It’s the internet, so probably not. But why not chime in with your favourite DC movies? Theme Music: Rocker Chicks by Au...

This week, James is joined by horror fan and bookstagammer Honey Dy. It’s a classic show that brings back the top 5 favourites list. James and Honey talk about her love of movies and horror, as well as her favourite movies of all time. Theme Music: Rocker Chicks by Audionautix

Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to listen to the boys mansplain the entire Mission: Impossible franchise to Maddie, as she weighs up whether those movies are worth investing her time. The gang celebrate the franchise, list their favourite movies and characters as the break down one of the most exciting action series of the past 30 years. Theme Music: Rocker Chicks by Audionautix

This week, James is joined by the incredibly talented writer, director, producer, actor and champion of Indie Film: Timothy J Cox. Timothy tells James all about his journey from New York to Ohio, his life as a theatre actor and his jump from the stage to the screen. You can find Timothy on all socials @timothyjcox and most of his work is available on YouTube or Vimeo. Theme Music: Rocker Chicks by...

On this bonus episode of the show, James sits down with writer and filmmaker Rishi Gandhi to talk about his new project “The Beasts We Carry”, an independent horror short currently in it’s crowdfunding phase. If you would like to support Rishi, you can check out the kickstarter campaign here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/beasts/the-beasts-we-carry-a-horror-short You can learn more about th...

The Pod Squad returns in full force to talk about their first ever experience attending a movie premiere, before breaking down the plot and favourite moments from the movie Ballerina. They are also joined by Maddie’s husband David, who also attended the premiere. This episode is full of spoilers for Ballerina. Theme Music: Rocker Chicks by Audionautix

Following his interview with director Jonathan Salemi about the incredible movie: The Last Deal, James is joined this week by actress and star of The Last Deal, Jeffri Lauren. James and Jeffri discuss her love of film, her life long career in front of the screen and her aspirations to get behind the camera. You can support Jeffri on Instagram @jeffrilauren and you can watch Jeffri in The Last Deal...

This week, James is joined by indie filmmaker Jonathan Salemi. They talk about Jonathan’s love of cinema, his journey to becoming a filmmaker and his latest movie: The Last Deal. You can support Jonathan by watching The Last Deal on Amazon Prime anywhere in the world, or if you’re in the US, you can watch it for free on Tubi. On social media? Why not swing by @thelastdealmovie and say to Jamie, wh...

Following James’ incredible interview with director Jillian Bell, Maddie and Nick return to the show to ask all about the conversation and how to prepare for a show like that. The team also discuss some of the movies they’ve watched since they last gathered and they talk about a movie Maddie recommended; 1997’s The Pest. Theme Music: Rocker Chicks by Audionautix

This week marks a monumental event in IWATFS history. Comedian/actor/writer/director Jillian Bell joins James to talk about her feature debut: Summer of 69. You can support Jillian on Instagram @jillianbell And you can watch Summer of 69 right now on Hulu. Theme Music: Rocker Chicks by Audionautix

This week, indie filmmaker Harry Waldman drops by to talk about his short film Enter the Room - currently on the festival circuit. He tells James the story of how left a life in marketing to pursue his filmmaking dream and explains his filmmaking process. You can support Harry on all social media platforms, including Vimeo @hwaldman18 You can view his debut short 5:15 at https://edgewaterfilmprodu...

This week, the pod squad return to finally honour International Women’s Day (we want to this to be closer to the actual day, but life happens y’know). Maddie leads the discussion as the gang discussed badass women, memorable performances and important characters in the history of cinema. Also, James does an impression of a 90s peanut butter ad. Theme Music: Rocker Chicks by Audionautix

This week’s solo show sees the return of author R Jacob Honeybrook. Roy sits down with James to discuss some updates in his career before dissecting The Count of Monte Cristo, revenge movies and movie adaptions of books. Theme Music: Rocker Chicks by Audionautix

The long awaited Mickey 17 episode is here. The pod squad get together to discuss the latest film from master director Bong Jon Ho and share the thoughts on the flick. The gang also recommend some film to watch if you liked Mickey 17. Theme Music: Rocker Chicks by Audionautix

On this week’s solo show, James is joined by two fantastic guests: Brian Ruppert of the Reviewing History podcast, and Jimmy the Hair Guy from TESD town. In honour of the boys’ new Patreon show; Slasher School, the three discuss their all time favourite slasher films and get lost in some wild tangents on the way. You can support Slasher School on the Reviewing History Patreon here: Patreon.com/Rev...

This week, the Pod Squad reunites sans Maddie. Nick and James discuss all the Marvel news; including the Spider-Man announcement and all of the Avengers: Doomsday casting. The boys also talk about movies that take big swings. Theme Music: Rocker Chicks by Audionautix

This week, writer/actor/reviewer/podcasting superstar Nadia Robertson returns to continue discussing her favourite movies. She touches on the importance of Roger Rabbit, the changing landscape of filmmaking and the theatrical experience and songs the praise of an unheralded comedy classic. James also talks. Theme music: Rocker Chicks by Audionautix

This week, the wheels fell off. Multiple times. After a failed attempt to record an episode about Mickey 17, and after a failed attempt to record an episode for International Women’s Day, Maddie saved the show by winging it. James is also here. Theme Music: Rocker Chicks by Audionautix

This week, it’s another solo show and James invites a first time guest, director J.R. Stokes to the podcast. J.R. is a New York born and raised filmmaker who just released his debut feature film, EdgeX, on YouTube. The pair discuss his wonderful film, the filmmaking process and what it means to be an independent filmmaker in 2025. You can watch J.R’s movie, EdgeX on YouTube right now: https://yout...

This week’s episode marks the beginning of a new era. Maddie and Nick officially take their seats as permanent cohosts for the team shows. The gang talk about the Oscars, A Real Pain and make good on a promise from 2023. The tangents have begun! Theme music: Rocker Chicks by Audionautix

This week, James is joined by writer, reviewer, podcaster and actress Nadia Robertson. Nadia talks about her love of film, her job as an actress and tells stories from the set of Captain America: Brave New World. Theme Music: Rocker Chicks by Audionautix

It’s been a moment, but the show is back and this week, James welcomes two new guests to the show. A blast from his past, James invites fellow video store clerk and film snob Tania, along with her partner Stefan. The gang talk video store culture, growing up in the 90s and of course, their favourite films. Theme Music: Rocker Chicks by Audionautix

It’s the beginning of 2025 and Nick Owen returns to the show to break down the best movies of 2024. Controversial opinions lie beyond this point… Theme Music: Rocker Chicks by Audionautix