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Is ‘Glen Powell Summer’ over? Not in our hearts. We finish out this spectacular, impromptu series with an animated treat from one of our faves, Richard Linklater, with the 2022 film APOLLO 10 1/2: A SPACE AGE CHILDHOOD (2022)! We talk about the interesting rotoscoped animation, the mundane suburban life made extraordinary at the hands of Linklater, and the voice talents of Jack Black, Zachary Levi...

On today's show, we're discussing not one, but TWO tornadic-activity disaster films: TWISTER ('96) & TWISTERS ('24) - SPOILERS! We discuss the directors & actors of each film, our feelings on disaster movies in general, how Oklahomans react to severe weather, tornado fighting, people from Arkansas, how a zebra = a cow, and for some reason...Debbie Does Dallas. —————————————————————— To see images...

Today we continue our impromtu Glen Powell Summer with the 2023 romantic comedy ANYONE BUT YOU! We compare modern rom-coms vs their 90s counterparts, discuss the bad and generic titles these all seem to have nowadays, and we crush hard over Glen Powell once again! We also talk about muddy dogs, some recent celebrity deaths, Set It Up (2018 - Netflix), and we discuss the very true and real human &...

On today's show, we establish and continue our impromptu Glen Powell movie month by talking about the 2023 (or is it 2024?) Richard Linklater-directed film, HIT MAN! We discuss the chemistry of the lead actors, Linklater's approach to directing this kind of film, the true story this movie was based on, & so much more! We also discuss the recent documentary 'Hate To Love: ________', accepting compl...

It’s Steven’s birthday and he gets to choose the movie! So of course he chose his current summer favorite EVERYBODY WANTS SOME!! (2016) from one of his all-time favorite directors, Richard Linklater! We become Jocks and talk about the great characters, the awesome actors who brought them to life, and of course the star of the show - Charlie the cat in the fridge! We also talk the new show in the S...

Join us today as we *FINALLY* get back to THE YEAR OF THE TURT: A year-long celebration of the 40th anniversary of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (which has clearly already gotten away from us)! On this episode we discuss the first 3 episodes of the 1987 animated series that helped the TMNT rocket to new heights of the pop culture mainstream and cement them as a full-fledged phenomenon. We talk...

Today we are sorry/not sorry for a VEEERY horny episode all about passion and soap opera drama as we watch X-MEN ’97 (2024)! We relive our histories of the OG X-Men series on black & white TVs and scratched-up VHS tapes, we delve into the amazing returning and new voice actors, and we both crush over Cyclops in his sweet 90s tank top and backwards cap! We also trash Spotify for bricking their own...

On today’s tension-filled episode, Steven and Brent attempt to mend their recently shattered friendship stemming from last week’s on-air altercation. Will your LTAS hosts be able to repair their trust in one another or will they carry this blood-feud with them to their graves? Hopefully the former, because they have some pop culture to catch up on, including: Blue Bell’s I

Today we finally finish out DocuMAYntary month that had to get pushed into one week of DocJUNEmentary month! We review the 2022 Netflix documentary ’SR.’ which follows Robert Downey Jr. as he connects with his father, Robert Downey Sr., through art, love, and a shared life of drugs and interesting experiences. We take inspiration from Sr.’s work in the underground, counterculture movement and deli...

After a week away due to weather-related shenanigans, we return to discuss 2011’s ‘JIRO DREAMS OF SHUSHI’, a documentary so well put together, it’ll even make those averse to eating seafood tempted to give it a try. We delve into the work ethic of Jiro and his crew, being a creature of habit, our own histories with sushi, the revelation of how big tuna fish can be, & more! Other Stuff Discussed: T...

On today's show, we delve into the 2022 'this-meeting-could-have-been-an-email-esque' documentary, THE PEZ OUTLAW! We delve into the use of dramatization to tell this story, the secrets of Johann's hole, the runtime of the doc, the lack of Pez-eating, Civil War (2024) & collecting stuff! —————————————————————— To see images of the stuff discussed, look at your device's screen while listening! Go h...

352. A Profound Moment of Sh*t - AMERICAN MOVIE (1999) We begin DocuMAYntery month with a slice of life documentary about filmmaking, friendship, and the American Dream, - 1999’s AMERICAN MOVIE! We discuss the filmmakers’ fear, perma-fried friends, uncle farts, cologne, the documentary Wham! (Netflix), and how creative endeavors are important to put out there! —————————————————————— To see images...

On today's show, the fellas hack into the mainframe to steal back their podcast and unintentionally stumble upon next month's theme. —————————————————————— To see images of the stuff discussed, look at your device's screen while listening! Go here to get some LTAS Merch: http://tee.pub/lic/huI4z_dwRsI Email: LetsTalkAboutStuffPodcast AT gmail DOT com Follow LTAS on Instagram: https://www.instagram...

The day we turn 350 is a truly great one as we are taken over by the wonderful trio AMANDA FISHER, ALLISON OBERG & LIZ WILSON! The guys take a backseat to answer some questions about the show and some regrets, then the ladies discuss pop culture that passes the Bechdel test, followed by an impassioned review of Taylor Swift’s new double album The Tortured Poets Department by Amanda, and finally a...

Between the last episode and this one, information got misconstrued and now here we are devoting an episode to a full review of of 2011's SUCKER PUNCH: EXTENDED CUT. YAY! Also on this exceedingly silly episode, we talk about: 3 Body Problem (Netflix series), Lowlifes (2024 Tubi Original film), a recent quinceanera attendance, Janice's love/misunderstanding of technology, & of course...Italian Ghos...

Today’s show was recorded on Sunday, April 7. We assume we were raptured during the solar eclipse on Monday, April 8*. To the heathens who listen to our show and worship us as false gods, we have scheduled this recording to air as usual on Tuesday, April 9. Please enjoy the following topics as you writhe in your self-inflicted filth amongst the devil’s friends: The Greatest Night in Pop (2024 Netf...

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Today, we're joined by our first guests of 2024, LIZ WILSON, ALLISON OBERG, & AMANDA FISHER (a.k.a. the Stuff Talkers) to discuss 2023's mega-hit film, BARBIE! We discuss the film's impressive cast, it's feminist messaging, the featured music, the distinction between a boy's toy movie and a girl's toy movie, Greta Gerwig's Oscar snub for Best Director, the film's original Barbie actress, the visua...

Today we hit up another Pop Culture Catch-Up as we discuss Tubi’s rebranding, dueling banjos, Erin Brockovich (2000) and whether Julia Roberts and Geena Davis are the same person, Walk of Shame (2014) and the weird way some movies completely disappear, and, of course, tan toothpaste! —————————————————————— To see images of the stuff discussed, look at your device's screen while listening! Go here...

Join us today as we talk about 1997's anti-bug science fiction cult-classic, STARSHIP TROOPERS (SPOILERS)! We discuss the surprising angle of satirizing military propaganda, how well the visual effects hold up, the authoritative score, white Argentinians, & more! We also talk about Saved by the Bell (TV show), Helldivers II (video game), our new favorite band: CLOWN CORE, bananas, & of course...ho...

After some technical issues, some stray dog shenanigans, and a week of LIFE coming straight at our faces we finally get together for a wacky & weird Pop Culture Catch-Up episode for the ages! We talk about The Crystal Caves by The Magic Puzzle Company, Resident Alien (tv series) and the great Alan Tudyk, Strike Force Five (podcast) and making fun of the lovable Jimmy Fallon, and Keys to the Kingdo...

What’s that in the sky? It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s… Super Jean Jacket! Today we discuss Jordan Peele’s third feature film NOPE (2022)! We talk about the unique day for night cinematography, that Jordan Peele mystery and ambiance we crave, and how a second viewing really helped us both appreciate this movie! We also talk about a Barbwire X Captain Phillips crossover Saturday morning cartoon, R...

On today's show, we do a HARD PIVET away from the Turtle-related festivities of the last episode & instead veer into the world of sparkly vamps! That's right, we begin our journey through the Twilight Saga by discussing the film that started it all, 2008's 'TWILIGHT' (SPOILERS), as voted by *YOU*, the listener! We also discuss the Netflix series 'Love on the Spectrum (U.S.)', 'Kodachrome' (2017 Ne...

COWABUNGA DUDES! We start off the Year of the Turt’ where it all began with the original indie black and white comic book! That’s right, we read Eastman and Laird’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Vol. 1 featuring the 7 original issues plus the Raphael and Michaelangelo one-shots! We talk about conspiracies, otters as judges, and whether April O’Neil is a ride or die or if she’s a fake person! We als...

LET'S-A GO! Today we reconvene to discuss 2023's CGI-animated epic, THE SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE (SPOILERS)! Join us as we discuss Illumination's approach to adapting Nintendo's mascot into a full-fledged box office hit, the various vocal performances of the star-studded cast, the music of the film, the many easter eggs of the movie, & how this movie works as a remake of the 1993 live-action film!...