The New Way

Recorded on June 5th, 2023 - Matt and Ben are in studio with Ben's Dad, Scott Wilson and joined via zoom by Ryan Alexander for a SPIRITED discussion of the films of 1982, while Nick is on assignment in South America. Witness 4 men bringing WILDLY different energies to the episode. Find out why Matt and Scott stayed up till 1:30 AM to watch The Verdict. Hear Ryan steal Matt's childhood in an all st...

Recorded on May 25th, 2023 - Matt has gone rogue and recorded a super secret podcast without the knowledge of Ben OR Nick! Revisting the age old topic of Guilty Pleasures, Matt has enlisted the help of Sir Patrick Price and Lady J.B. Wing to get to the bottom of the things we love with a slight tinge of guilt attached to them. Does the conversation go off the rails? Spectacularly! Plus, hear the s...

Recorded on May 22nd, 2023 - The gentlemen from Last Pint are in rare form this week for one of the funniest episodes yet! Tasked with doing character crossovers from different movies and tv shows, they don't even get into the topic until 45 minutes in. What is their time spent on? You'll have to tune in to find out, but it does involve Guardian's Of The Galaxy Volume 3, a name game, Beef and all...

Recorded on May 5th, 2023 - The New Way's got a brand new bag! With both Ben and Nick on assignment for our Mogadishu desk, Matt has invited two newcomers to The New Way...and get this...they are GIRLS! That's right, The New Way is female and if you can't handle it, then just listen to one of our other 205 episodes featuring unbridled testosterone. Our two newest superfans are excited to be in stu...

Recorded on April 30th, 2023 - Inspired by a suggestion from new contributor Ken Posner, the boys from Last Pint get in their deloreans and travel all the way back to 1998. Banging out to New Radical's You Get What You Give, the gang discusses the films that defined their lives 19 hundred and 98, the year of our lord. Plus a brand new movie game! All that and more on this week's episode of The New...

Recorded on April 9th, 2023 - It's finally happened. After years of competing against other podcasts like "The New Way to Jesus", the ORIGINAL New Way Podcast cast has found religion. Well, maybe not. But they do love them some religious themed films. And in honor of this mystical discussion, they have classed up the joint and invited noted scholar Ken Posner along for the ride. Will they disuss M...

Recorded on March 30th, 2023 - How important is casting when it comes to an amazing movie or tv show? The boys from last pint answer that question in full this week as they discuss the all importany role of finding the right performer for the right roll. Plus all the indictment talk you can shake a stick it. All that and more on this week's episode of The New Way Podcast!

Recorded on March 16th, 2023 - There are a lot of unnecessary sequels...so why can't The New Way? The boys make their best effort to pitch movie sequels that have no earthly right ever being made. Hollywood does it and now it's their turn. Plus, more discussion of fine fast food chicken eateries than any other movie podcast in history. All that and more on this week's episode of The New Way Podcas...

Recorded on March 1st, 2023 - New Year...New Way. After months off, the boys are back and they have a lot to catch up on. From Matt's rekindled love affair with the stage, to new games, to a lengthy debate about JK Rowling and Harry Potter, the boys are back with a vengeance. Our apologies for the sound issues during the last 15 minutes. But annoying New Way is better than no New Way, right? All t...

Recorded on December 18th, 2022 - They did it! Through the birth of twins, the addition of a third core member, the pandemic, Cats: The Movie, Jean's Shorts, Tom Hanks fornication debate, Roadhouse the Musical and even a live panther in the studio, The New Way has reached a milestone: 200 Episodes! Listen as they look back on the podcast, play messages from the fans, and discuss some of their favo...

Recorded on December 11th, 2022 - Part 3 in a 6 part series where we examine properties that influenced and inspired The New Way Podcast. Matt discusses Nostalgia and all its trappings as he examines the enduring popularity of Robert Zemekis's 1985 classic, Back to the Future. He is joined for an interview with super fan and licensed practitioner, Dr. Rick, as the two discuss their shared affinity...

Recorded on November 30th, 2022 - Matt and Ben are pulling yet another two hander and going subversive this week to discuss symbolism. How do filmmkakers and directors use symbolism in their work? What's the difference between a motif and a symbol? Will Matt and Ben agree on this or will they test their friendship and push it to the breaking point? Find out all that and more on this week's episode...

Recorded on November 8th, 2022 - Matt and Ben are pulling a rare two hander and tackling this week's topic all on their own. How does pacing and plot development impact a story being told? Is fast paced better or slow paced? Can both be successful? Can both fail? And what happens when the pacing changes mid story? All that and more on this week's episode of The New Way Podcast!

Recorded on November 1st, 2022 - There are family films...but what about the family dynamic featured IN films and television? That's the topic the boys from Last Pint tackle this week and all technical difficulties aside (and there are MANY), the conversation definitely gets lively. Also, a tribute New Way guest Hoot Gibson. All that and more on this week's episode of The New Way Podcast!

Recorded on October 20th, 2022 - What does it mean to find redemption? That's the question the boys from Last Pint aim to answer in this spirited episode. Are there actions a character can take that bar them from finding redemption? Do we treat redemption of characters differently than redemption of real people? Find out the answer to all that and more on this week's episode of The New Way Podcast...

Recorded on September 28th, 2022 - Fresh off a Florida Hurricane, Matt and Ben are joined by Nick as they discuss the world of creature features. Beasts both fantastical and otherwise are covered as the boys pick out some of their favorite designs and what makes a film creature memorable. All that and more on this week's furry episode of The New Way Podcast.

Recorded on September 20th, 2022 - The boys are going to need a bigger boat to fit in this week's discussion about movies that take place on or in the water. Much debate is had regarding what qualifies as a water movie and there are even special categories for tropes that get used quite often in these films. All that and more on a very wet episode of The New Way Podcast.

Recorded on September 7th, 2022 - The boys from Last Pint are back in the studio and they have a lot to catch you up on! Settle in as they plumb the depths of their brains to bring you the pop culture ramblings of mad men. No structure, no censor, no worries. All that and more on this week's caustic episode of The New Way Podcast!

Recorded on August 4th, 2022 - The New Way is proud to have Ben's Dad Scott back on the show! He joins the genetlemen of Last Pint this week with a riveting discussion of films that divided audiences. Are these movies amazing or terrible. The public is split and you just might be too. Is a movie you love on this list? Tune in to find out on this week's episode of The New Way Podcast.

Recorded on July 28th, 2022 - The New Way is back in full swing with a classic themed episode. This week, Matt, Ben and Nick have gathered to discuss family films. They cover it all, including the difference between a kid's movie and a family film. Plus, it's game time as Ben and Nick try to guess film's based on the opposites of their titles. All that and more on this week's episode of The New Wa...

Recorded on July 15th, 2022 - After several months off The New Way is back and better than ever. Celebrating Ben's clear Cancer scan, we have an episode full of thanks and laughter. 4 gentlemen have been packed in the studio: Ben, Matt, Nick and Ryan and special guest Patrick is on the Zoom. Things go off the rails here and there but man is it good to be back. Hear what we've all been watching in...

Recorded on March 18th, 2022 - Part 2 in a 6 part series where we examine properties that influenced and inspired The New Way Podcast. Ben discusses his introductions to R rated cinema via powerhouse director James Cameron and his hit film, Aliens. Ben's formative years were heavily influenced by the action director. He is joined for an interview with editor Joshua as the two discuss their shared...

Matt, Ben, Nick and Dr. Rick discuss the Oscars 2022.

Matt, Ben and Nick discuss how their collective backgrounds inform how they consume movies.

Recorded on March 5th, 2022 - Part 1 in a 6 part series where we examine properties that influenced and inspired The New Way Podcast. Matt discusses the indepededent film scene in 1994 with a spotlight on Kevin Smith's Clerks. This essay examines what was happening at the crucial time in cinema and how it impacted him personally. He is joined for an interview with his brother and news Producer Chr...