Ruined Childhoods

When Robert Louis Stevenson wrote The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde , he knew that in 2020, two ding-a-lings would celebrate its legacy and discuss ideas to further its life on something called a podcast. They talk about the films, tv movies, spoofs, stage productions, variations, and even theme restaurants based on the original classic texts. Oh, and DAN’S BLOG ! Next episode: School Ti...

You wanna hear some Goodfellas? Wait until you hear Dan & Jon gab about My Blue Heaven ! Before they share their ideas about a new life after the movie, Dan recalls the first time they both saw the film. Next Episode: Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde

The Warriors (1979) “Come out to play-ay” with Dan, Jon, and The Warriors ! Journey with them from the north Bronx to Coney Island as they follow The Warriors’ odyssey through a quasi-futuristic New York City even grittier than the actual NYC of the late 1970’s, which was already pretty darn gritty. Also: the Ruined Childhoods “End of the Decade” survey; new trailers for Ghostbusters: Afterlife an...

The Graduate (1967) For this episode, Dan and Jon revisit a classic, and they have a lot to say about it. While providing background about the film and the novel on which it was based, they examine how the property has been referenced and resurrected throughout time, from the 2002 Broadway adaptation (which Dan and Jon saw during its run) to the Brad Pitt/Edward Norton commentary track on the Figh...

This week, Dan and Jon venture back into the neo-noir, Christmastime action-comedy world of Shane Black. This time, it’s director Tony Scott pairing up Bruce Willis (fresh off the failure of Hudson Hawk ) and Damon Wayans (hot off the success of In Living Color ) to take on crime and corruption in the NFL. The movie not only boasts one of Halle Berry’s earliest film roles, but also shares several...

Buckle up, motherf#ckers! On this episode of Ruined Childhoods, Jon and Dan debate the afterlife for The Long Kiss Goodnight . Does Renny Harlin have a chance for a comeback? Listen and find out what Dan & Jon think! Next episode: The Last Boy Scout

Midnight Run (1988) On this, the monumental 40th episode of Ruined Childhoods, Dan and Jon step back into the career of filmmaker Martin Brest, this time to examine the 1988 action-comedy Midnight Run . Join them as they revisit the plot and some of the many highlights of the film as they determine what potential there is (if any) for sequels, prequels, remakes, or reboots. Also, Dan and Jon share...

What happens when a cop from Detroit with a loose interpretation of the rules has to play nice with the by-the-book Beverly Hills Police Department? Dan and Jon not only tell you exactly what happens, but they also weigh in on what could happen in the future. Next episode: Midnight Run (1988)

Join Dan and Jon as they look back at the early-90’s Stallone/Snipes action flick Demolition Man and debate how well it has aged in the last 26 years. Jon shares his qualms with the movie, including its title, and Dan speculates as to why he’s not as troubled by these flaws. Also, Dan shares his reactions to the first episode of HBO’s Watchmen series (after dealing with some lozenge-related audio...

Tom Cruise Month comes to a close with one of his most iconic films from the 90s — A Few Good Men . Dan talks about his connections with this property and Jon envisions a new life for military courtroom dramas. Next episode: Demolition Man

We’re well into Tom Cruise Month (because we decided it’s Tom Cruise Month) and Dan & Jon are talking about the 1985 cult classic, Legend . Does this fantasy flop deserve to see the light of day or does it remain in the darkness? Next episode: A Few Good Men

TOM CRUISE MONTH CONTINUES! On this episode, Dan and Jon try their hardest to come up with a way to bring Risky Business into the modern age, but not before checking in on some news that sends Dan into a Little Shop of Horrors spiral. Next episode: Legend (1985)

On this episode of Ruined Childhoods, it’s truly a tale of two brothers. Dan and Jon talk about America’s OTHER favorite set of siblings, Charlie and Raymond AKA the boys of Rain Man . Dan and Jon also talk about their favorite Tom Cruise and Dustin Hoffman movies & performances. Oh, and don’t worry — they also parallel Rain Man with Twins . Next episode: Risky Business (1983)

The Princess Bride (1987) Journey back to 1987 Chicago, where a sick young boy is unexpectedly enchanted by a fairy tale read to him by his grandfather… and 2019 Seattle and Portland, where Dan and Jon revisited this beloved classic amid new rumors of a remake, and examine what makes this film so special to people. Dan and Jon discuss their qualms with the film, while Dan somehow connects its plot...

For this episode, Dan and Jon enjoyed their very first viewings of Bob Fosse’s Academy Award-winning film of the musical Cabaret . Dan shares his memories of the 1998 Broadway revival, and Jon proposes some surprising ideas for a remake. Next week: The Princess Bride (1987)

This week’s pod centers around another pod - the miniaturization pod of Joe Dante’s Innerspace . Dan reminisces about how the VHS release of Innerspace changed his world, and Jon leads a nostalgic tribute to the now-closed Cranford Theater. Did they deem Innerspace worthy of a sequel, prequel, remake, or reboot? Listen to find out… Next episode: Cabaret (1972)

Dan and Jon are back to school - seriously! This episode is recorded in a Seattle High School’s actual classroom, and they’re there to talk about Back to School ! RIP Rialto Theater Next episode: Innerspace (1987)

Before a flash round of 6 Degrees of Lorenzo’s Oil, Dan and Jon speak fondly of the 1985 comedy, Transylvania 6-5000 . This Jeff Goldblum/Ed Begley, Jr. flop has a huge cast, both figuratively and literally, and caught the attention of childhood-Jon and Dan, so naturally they have to talk about it on a dang podcast! Next episode: Back to School

What started as a small movie made by an Australian ER doctor has since become an incredible franchise that, unlike civilization in these films, has no plans of going away. Dan and Jon explore the legacy of Mad Max and its sequels. BONUS: Jon has a chat with Faye Murman, the director of the upcoming feature, Humungus: A Documentary , the focuses on extreme Mad Max fandom. Next episode: Transylvani...

On this episode of Ruined Childhoods, Dan and Jon are joined by Jon’s wife, Laura, who proves that it’s possible to forget everything about movies once a microphone is in front of you. Nevertheless, they talk about the 1991 cult classic, Soapdish . They touch upon news in the Die Hard world and more info on the Coming to America sequel, Coming 2 America . Next episode: Mad Max (1979 - )

On this episode of Ruined Childhoods, Dan and Jon discuss the resurrection of The Crow series of films/graphic novels, but not before going over the latest Addams Family trailer and Disney+ reboots [ insert Kevin McCallister scream-face here ]. Next episode: Soapdish

Summer Rental (1985) On this episode, Dan and Jon revisit Carl Reiner’s other “Summer” movie from the 80’s, Summer Rental , and reminisce about their own experiences with family summer vacations and movies. Also: more info about Rambo: Last Blood and Stallone’s plans for a new installment of the Rocky series. Next episode: The Crow (1994)

Dan and Jon go “crazy for Swayze” as they discuss the cult classic, Road House . Has the movie stood the test of time, and do they see any potential for sequels, prequels, remakes, or reboots? Also discussed are thoughts on the newest Shaft installment, casting news regarding Disney’s live-action The Little Mermaid and the untitled Bond 25 , new trailers for Jay & Silent Bob Reboot , Top Gun:...

It’s summertime and class is in session! On this episode, Dan and Jon join Mr. Shoop and the gang in Summer School . Next episode: Road House

The Cannonball Run (1981)/ Cannonball Run II (1984)/ Speed Zone (1989) Strap in and buckle up with Dan, Jon, Burt, Dom, Farrah, Dean, Sammy, Shirley, Brooke, and all of the other 70’s and 80’s celebrities who joined the party for the Cannonball Run series. Does Cannonball Run have a place in 2019’s cinema? Dan and Jon discuss this question and others as they assess the more dated aspects of the se...