Lewis Howard & Elliot Fitzpatrick
That's Not How It Went Down
*Winners of Best TV & Film Podcast at the Independent Podcast Awards 2025 Many movies claim to be 'based on a true story', but how much truth actually makes it onto the silver screen? Whilst one of us queries the less believable moments from the film, the other takes a deep dive into the fact behind the fiction to educate us and answer… is that really how it went down? Subscribe now to hear more: https://tnhiwd.supercast.com/ Produced by 2020 Recordings Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Lewis Howard & Elliot Fitzpatrick
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Oct 27, 2026
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Episodes
BONUS: 'Jingle All The Way' (1996) 17.12.2024 33:42
As an early Christmas present, we decided to explore some of the inspiration behind the 1996 festive 'comedy' Jingle All The Way. What was the toy behind the idea? How did some of these jokes remain in the script!? And can you name all Rudolph's companions? Join us to find out on this bonus episode of That's Not How It Went Down! Subscribe now for further listening: https://tnhiwd.supercast.com/ H...
'Changeling' (2008) 13.12.2024 56:28
This time around we attempt to keep the demons at bay as we uncover the truth behind Clint Eastwood’s Oscar-nominated “Changeling”. Did the police return the wrong boy? Was Christine Collins dragged to a psychiatric institute? And did Angelina Jolie really learn to roller-skate? Join us to find out on That’s Not How It Went Down! Subscribe now for further listening: https://tnhiwd.supercast.com/ H...
‘Black Hawk Down’ (2001) 06.12.2024 46:06
Featuring a cast full of the hottest young prospects early noughties Hollywood had to offer, “Black Hawk Down” has a reputation as one of the most accurate war movies of all time. But what exactly was the Mogadishu Mile? How many Black Hawks went down? And… is that a baby-faced Tom Hardy? Join us to find out on That’s Not How It Went Down! Subscribe now for further listening: https://tnhiwd.superc...
‘The Greatest Showman’ (2017) 29.11.2024 48:27
This time Lewis & Elliot pull the curtain back on the life and times of “The Greatest Showman” himself, PT Barnum, to find out just how closely Hugh Jackman’s feel-good musical comes to the truth. Was PT Barnum a triple threat performer? Did his circus succumb to arsonists? And who is Gordon Bennett? Join us to find out on That’s Not How It Went Down! Subscribe now for further listening: https...
'The Bling Ring' (2013) 22.11.2024 41:15
In this episode we look at the true story behind a group of privileged youngsters who develop a serious case of kleptomania in “The Bling Ring”. Sofia Coppola’s telling of this high-school socialite spree left us with a whole host of unanswered questions. Did they really steal from Orlando Bloom? Were they already reality stars in the making? Why on earth did Emma Watson agree to do this movie? Jo...
'Pocahontas' (1995) 15.11.2024 40:45
Taking us right back to the Disney renaissance, this time around it’s all things “Pocahontas”, but can an animated classic be historically on point? Did Pocahontas fall in love with John Smith? How did they speak the same language? Can you paint with all the colours of the wind? Join us to find out on That’s Not How It Went Down! Subscribe now for further listening: https://tnhiwd.supercast.com/ H...
'Argo' (2012) 08.11.2024 45:08
Tension mounts as we question the truth behind Ben Affleck’s Best Picture winner, “Argo”. This previously little-known tale of subterfuge, paranoia and CIA secrets had us on the edge of our seats but were they interrogated at the airport? Why was the movie called Argo? If I go to Tehran, can I get a KFC? Join us to find out on That’s Not How It Went Down! Subscribe now for further listening: https...
'Braveheart' (1995) 01.11.2024 37:26
This episode we finally give in to the urge to explore the infamously historically inaccurate “Braveheart”. Did they really paint their faces blue? How involved was Robert The Bruce? And why does the word ‘Bridge’ carry so much importance? Join us to find out on That’s Not How It Went Down! Subscribe now for further listening: https://tnhiwd.supercast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...
'Apollo 13' (1995) 01.11.2024 39:37
Listeners; we have a problem. While Ron Howard’s acclaimed blockbuster “Apollo 13” was lauded as a triumph of filmmaking and special effects, we wanted to make sure we kept our feet firmly on the ground to find out the truth behind the mission. Were the crew really last-minute replacements? Why was everyone sick? And do NASA have a littering problem? Join us to find out on That’s Not How It Went D...
'The Exorcist' (1973) 01.11.2024 40:56
Grab something to hide behind because this week we’re taking a look at the inspiration behind IMDB’s No. 1 horror movie of all time, “The Exorcist”. We’ll be answering all the devilish questions you were too scared to ask. How many exorcists does it take to cure someone? Did satanic messages appear on a child’s body? Do I have what it takes to be an exorcist? Join us to find out on That’s Not How...
'Cool Runnings' (1993) 01.11.2024 40:59
This week, the boys take an in-depth look at the 90s classic sports-comedy, “Cool Runnings”, to ask questions on everyone’s lips. Were they actually pushcart drivers? Did they even crash the sled at the Olympics? And what on earth is the Jamaican qualifying procedure for Olympic sprinters? Join us to find out on That’s Not How It Went Down! Subscribe now for further listening: https://tnhiwd.super...
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