The Jacked Up Review Show

In under half an hour, I bring you the lowdown on what makes both the eighties and current small-screen version of THE EQUALIZER gel for most audiences. Why do spies often make for the best kind of vigilantes? Find out that night! MUSIC USED: "Ossuary 5- Rest" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/license...

I give a thumbs up to the iconic Stephen J. Cannell shows THE COMMISH and HUNTER. Have they dated well, cliches and all? Which one gets more of the badass car chases & arrests? Which one surprisingly has a taut storyline in those final seasons featuring another mega-TV star? And more deep dives surrounding the small screen! MAIN LINKS:  LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page:  h...

Oreo joins me back to illustrate the Animated Star Trek series crossing over in comic book form with Hasbro's Transformers cartoon! We also get to chat about other crossover events & annoying fandom of late that have prevented harmless stuff like this from becoming a reality for readers. SONGS USED: "Zero Hour" by Immediate Music (used in Star Trek: Insurrection Trailer) "Pe...

In this minisode, I get to highlight what the CRIMINAL MINDS tie-in novels by Max Allan Collins get right about the show and absolutely dead-wrong! What's your favorite book spin-off of a pre-established property? Comment below! SONGS USED: "Constance" and "Rocket" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creative...

Tom, Gil & Mike all get to quiz me on their favorite lines and future A-list TV actors from the infamous yet popular TV terror film KILLDOZER. We also discuss the book it was based on (and how it made better sense), the Marvel Comics: Worlds Unknown adaptation & the various TV shows that have spoofed it (including a hysterical interview Conan O'Brien did with one of the stars of the te...

I get to review the IDW Publishing comic book spin-off of the hit cable TV show THE SHIELD. Should they had done a follow-up to this Spotlight story arc? Why does this do a rare job of literally illustrating the show for both fans and newcomers? All that and comments on other spin-off material that could have similarly successful media crossovers! SONGS USED:  "The Shield" Theme Song by...

We discuss both movie/cartoon versions of the HELLBOY adaptations, how creator Mike Mignola approved of both versions and why this Constantine/Wishmaster styled creation makes us long for more naughty yet creatively violent comic book hero outings! MAIN LINKS:  LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/JackedUpReviewShow/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook....

Blogger Bill McCormick talks about how he wore so many hats prior to becoming an award-winning SciFi Fiction author. He has written for Chicago Rocker Magazine, been featured in segments on FOX Sports & works in other forms of entertainment including radio. Here, he gives more writing tips, shows how to follow one's gut instinct & how to test out one's offcolor humor! FOLLOW HIM HE...

My homie Oreo returns to the show to illustrate our favorite moments of one of HBO's most underrated drama/thriller programs: OZ. We also dive deep into how innovative the official rap soundtrack was, why the late '90s allowed all kinds of media to successfully become very addicting yet complex with their entertaining story arcs & what else is truly lacking in the prison subgenre nowad...

Tonight, I provide a solo review on the rather remarkable JOHN Wick Prequel graphic novel written by Greg Pak for Dynamite Comics.   It has a solid backstory for fans and non-fans while providing the usual dark humor, brutal action & gritty Neo-Noir backdrop but what does it really surprise readers with?    Which new villain steals the show here? And other reasons why all geeks should purchase...

MMA Fighting Expert/YouTuber Mike Radich joins me to also discuss the beloved Cinemax premium channel's programming of low-brow content and why it was in the right place at the right time prior to the internet "exploding."   We also discuss how heavyhanded recent homage movies have become, annoying changes in tv programming & why we should honor the memories of college comedies,...

Documentary Filmmaker Robert Cohen returns to help me praise a darling of indie cinema who's got a diverse voice, directed many future beloved character actors & puts the "L" in "low-budget": John Sayles! MAIN LINKS:  LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/JackedUpReviewShow/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/24523...

We conclude the week with another interview: Horror Filmmaker Dana Elcar. He promotes his newest film BRIGHTWOOD, discusses his late great actor father Dana Elcar, writing scripts and shot list tips-and-tricks. Later on, we get to detail digital steadicam filming, Horrorhound festival attending and other lovely yet snappy film advice!               MAIN LINKS:  LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodc...

Recurring partner-in-crime James Bruno returns to help me highlight the late great character actor Miguel Ferrer. We also discuss his family history, his diverse genre roles & famous yet amusing character quotes! MAIN LINKS:  LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/JackedUpReviewShow/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2452329545040913 Twit...

I interview True Crime Podcaster Courtney Fenner (of A Nefarious Nightmare Podcast). She offers tips & tricks on creating this podcast genre, research tips, her upcoming collaborationss, documentaries she watches & how to be a respectful person in general when covering other people's tragic life stories. MAIN LINKS:  LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page:  https://www.f...

Colleague Jon rejoins me to discuss the elaborate, unpredictable and moody career of actress turned humanitarian activist Ashley Judd.   Which roles of her's have been rather underrated and which ones have been criminally underseen? We also circle around on her professionalism, famous family and tough gal persona.               MAIN LINKS:  LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page...

We begin Season 10 by interviewing Indie Horror Filmmaking Duo JJ Perez & J. William Boothman II. We get to chat about how they first met at Weird Wednesdays at the Alamo Drafthouse in Austin, TX; William Boothman notes what it was like studying at both the Dallas Art Institute & North Lake College; and JJ notes the endlessly creative ways he used his chore money to buy Horror DVDs from Wa...

I get to interview Snake Plissken cosplayer Jonathan Shenesky as we detail an ever-changing event that affects all fan communities. Check him out here! https://www.instagram.com/samplissken3465?igsh=N2FlM3FlOGh4NGEz MAIN LINKS:  LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/JackedUpReviewShow/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2452329545040913 Twitt...

Alonzo Richardson (Back Look Cinema & Retromade Cinema Podcasts) sums up the campy, goofy & criminally forgotten superhero genre movies and TV shows. How many of these were actual original ideas as opposed to adaptations? Which ones had the nuttiest titles? Prepare to revisit the past! MAIN LINKS:  LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/JackedUpRev...

Oreo & I assemble the most emotional roundtable chat yet: a Mental Health & Healing Panel. What regrets will one always carry internally for the rest of their lives? What stuff do we always have to let go of as hard as it is? And what life transformations have we noticed the most progress from? Get healed, get rewarded and have some relatable issues transformed into memories we all can lea...

We continue the MONTY PYTHON praise with an overview on Seasons 3 & 4 as well as the various live events & farewell tours. Which gags, quotes & other off-brand comedy do you remember from this troupe? MAIN LINKS:  LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/JackedUpReviewShow/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2452329545040913 Twitter:...

Following praise for the cult underground filmmaker Michael Cimino, we continue this week with a focus on three films of his that share themes on the American social class system. Is Heaven's Gate known mainly for the behind the scenes drama or have viewers actually witnessed it? Is Year of the Dragon Cimino's movie or does Oliver Stone scripting make it only partially his voice? Is the De...

We close out the week with Podcaster & Author Seth Andrews. After discussing how he got involved with both Thinking Atheist and his history podcast True Stories, Seth gets to promotes his upcoming audio book & explains other methods on getting comfortable with creating entertainment for listener's ears! Check out Seth's website for updates: https://www.sethandrews.com/bio MAIN LINK...

Lumen Foxx stops by to illustrate the talented photographers, different art forms and tips she recommends for anyone looking to start their modeling career. On this roundtable, we mainly jump into the thick of pressing issues, cliches & other concerns regarding this professional lifestyle and try to come up with some solutions! Check out Lumen's dancing career and portfolio here: https://w...

The beyond talented R&B music artist Joney opened up at Starconz hosted events in Dallas/Fort Worth but what is it about her electonic beats, soothing voice & endless energy that sets her apart? Get to know this neat music talent on her indie career journey and be sure to check out her material: https://linktr.ee/joneypmusic MAIN LINKS:  LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Pag...