The Jacked Up Review Show

The Almost Presidents podcast duo unite with host Cam to seek out what makes Oliver Stones presidential biopics stand out or fail to attract attention. Is JFK better as a speculation piece than an actual reenactment mixed in with the many conspiracy summaries? Do Nixon and W. both fail to captivate or are they actually underrated? Are any of them far better than either version of the incompetent A...

Another recent yet wrongfully cancelled procedural gets our take on why it worked TOO DAMN well for network TV.   Michael M. Robin (NYPD Blue, L.A. Law, Rizzoli & Isles, The Closer) produces yet another multi-ensemble cast (most of who are from his earlier works) and the show decides to sum up more regional, suburb and inner city crimes, political scandals and police corruption. Does it work w...

Ryan (Go Tell Someone Podcast Network) returns again to spread the love and joy of seeing the actors from the military/spy shows, 24 and The Unit on today's episode. Everyone from the apparent ones (Elisha Cuthbert, Dennis Haysbert, Kiefer, Kim Raver, Max Martini, Robert Patrick) to the less discussed yet just as invaluable talents (Eric Balfour, Reiko Aylesworth, Demores Barnes, Michael Irby,...

Former journalist and professor turned author Anne Hillerman discusses Arizona weather, growing up with her inspiring parents as well as building upon her father Tony's established mystery book formula while adding her own signature styles!         MAIN LINKS:  LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/JackedUpReviewShow/ Facebook Group: https://www.faceb...

The rising actress has been in numerous productions, co-starred with the likes of Mel Gibson, Kate Bosworth and Antonio Banderas and even Dwayne Johnson. She gets to remark on her tips for getting into this still complex business, embracing your heritage, how her favorite horror film growing up was Alien, being mentored by Martin Landau at the Actors' Studio and wanting complex roles like her...

Two key Fox tv shows that were later cancelled and found a following on DVD, both of these shows are ripe for rediscovering!           MAIN LINKS:  LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/JackedUpReviewShow/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2452329545040913 Twitter:  https://twitter.com/JackedUpReview  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/ja...

The Call of Duty games, evolution of the fandom, the developer Activision's many scandals and the overall appeal of the unkilllable videogame saga gets dissected in full focus tonight!           MAIN LINKS:  LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/JackedUpReviewShow/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2452329545040913 Twitter:  https://twit...

The post-1998 comic books made in the wake of the surprise Marvel hit adaptation are detailed tonight with Reel Comic Heroes' creator Travis Bow (who also gets to promote his new Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves minute-by-minute podcast!).    Which comics have a surprisingly huge Neo-Noir detective style narrative and which ones have a morbid tone (possibly better used for something like Spawn, C...

Another round of picking our personal favorite episodes, movies and skits on the long-running Mystery Science Theater 3000 show (as well as some absolute stinkers that despite the show's format didn't make us want to ever rewatch it via Deep Hurting!).               MAIN LINKS:  LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/JackedUpReviewShow/ Facebook Gr...

JJ & Tom stop by once more to summarize the best skits, moments, writing and legacy of the Canadian comedy group: Kids in the Hall.   Why were they more popular in places like Brazil & the U.S. but not the U.K.? Why were so many of them working on Conan O'Brien's show? And more deep dives into underappreciated sitcoms!         MAIN LINKS:  LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Fa...

Self-published Comic Book author Corissa Grant details creativity, hiring reliable artists who are able to sketch the same language you wrote and how to make this a worthwhile side venture for any other creatives wanting to craft their own comic book formula. Her newest comic Redemption details Egyptian terror, chaotic action, a sexy duo and plenty of other dark fantasy/horror adventure that shoul...

Another neat sit-down proves to be the turning point for the two of us where the '00s and 2010s both prove to be the defining moment of culturally important movies, overrated blockbusters, hyped up Oscar bait and other rare dramas detailing difficult to discuss themes and material.   Join us, shalt you?   MAIN LINKS:  LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook...

Is this ALSO another drinking game worthy show or just a dull affair altogether?    Is it whacky AF or just downright petulant in nature??   Find out tonight for your own safety!       MAIN LINKS:  LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/JackedUpReviewShow/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2452329545040913 Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Jacked...

The 2nd week of June concludes with a neat multi-genre indie filmmaker who's slowly gotten to do some bigger budgeted projects with even more popular stars.    Jon Keeyes hails from Chicago while also having connections to other states like Connecticut, Texas, Atlanta and even overseas! He gets to talk about working with actors like Scream Queen Debbie Rochon, Antonio Banderas, Jonathan-Rhys M...

The best moments, battles and iconic mightiness of the DC Comics, films, cartoons and shows get analyzed tonight with yet more all-stars!               MAIN LINKS:  LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/JackedUpReviewShow/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2452329545040913 Twitter:  https://twitter.com/JackedUpReview  Instagram:  https://www...

The '80s cult crowdpleasing show (and its modern-day remake) are discussed tonight with the help of "Dre" from Ta2Squid Podcast!   Was Mr. T ever an actual badass or just very theatrical to watch on-screen? Was the movie version really incompetent like the newest MacGyver reboot or actually okay fun?   Why was this show considered so violent even by Reagan voters and TV standards des...

The original comedy trio still resonates with all generations due to their sense of physical gags and charming likability but when did you, the viewer, first encounter them?   Wait until Tom, JJ & Cam detail why they are still the most important group of comedians with a bunch of setbacks along the way!           MAIN LINKS:  LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page:  https://www....

We're joined by our usual partners-in-crime who help illustrate the music-comedy act that dominated international TV screens and lasted multiple decades: The Monkees!   Why is it so ridiculous how they are denied the Rock N' Roll Hall of Fame still to this day? And more exposition on why they rule!                       MAIN LINKS:  LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page:  h...

Two beyond gifted indie filmmakers sit down to discuss their remastered vampire hunting action-drama Sleepless Nights.   What did they learn working on this one versus working on their bigger budget projects? How is the way consumers approach indie films now versus back in the Blockbuster videostore days? Why are certain topics easier to translate into a B-horror flick versus a straightfaced myste...

TV fangirl Sarah Cooke helps detail the wit, wild hilarity and other bizarre happenings on Taika Waititi's latest TV show craze.    How does he assemble his international cast in this comedic take on pirate history? How does he insert some of his common signature styles and other previously used actors? Who gets the best line? Why does it make us feel sooooo good at the end of the day? And mor...

The Albert Pyun post-apocalyptic Cyborg/Nemesis films get detailed along with his other stunning camerawork, questionable acting, bizarre plots and other cyberpunk inspired ideas.    Would these appeal to fans of Mad Max/Star Trek/Blade Runner type films or are these annoying versions of what could otherwise be ambitious episode of The Outer Limits?                     MAIN LINKS:  LinkTree: https...

Another vast summary of the fights and almighty strength in both the movies, shows and comic books depicting the various Marvel characters are detailed tonight with many returning and first-time guests!                       MAIN LINKS:  LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/JackedUpReviewShow/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2452329545040...

Another fun summary of two key movies created by Weird Al Yankovic: his original 80s videostore sketch movie gem UHF and his autobiography (which spoofs both his own life and other recent award-winning music biopics!)!   Why was he so underappreciated for so long? Why has it kept it going so strong all these years? Who else would we like to have seen make a cameo in his movies (if not his MTV sket...

Military vet turned character actor Troy Evans has a huge amount of appearances (including Halloween 5 and Ace Ventura) but tonight he gets to mention how he's a fan of philosopher George Bernard Shaw, note unprofessionalism of celebs such as Steven Seagal, overcoming obsctacles & his upbringing.                MAIN LINKS:  LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page:  https://ww...

A gripping Amazon Prime original series has tons of conspiracies, espionage, special ops and other exposing of corruption but is it some of the best roles for the assembled cast? Is it a slow burn or does it become an easy addiction after a slow first 20 minutes? Does the actual revenge deliver or come up short? Will they do a 2nd Season or is Chris Pratt's gun-nut comments just too damn distr...