The New Way

Recorded on March 1st, 2022 – Matt and Ben tackle the podcast all themselves in this week's New Way. The topic is actors who have a specific role in their resume that's way against their type. Little road bumps in their otherwise flat career. Plus, the soundboard is back with a vengence. All that and more on this week's episode of The New Way Podcast!

Recorded on February 21st, 2022 – Matt, Ben, and Nick have run out of ideas. That's it. Pop culture has been picked apart and there is nothing left to break down. Instead, our intrepid trio is going through a backlog of random topics to discuss. Topics not worthy of an episode all their own, but interesting nonetheless. And more teases than a Texas Brothel. All that and more on this week's episode...

Recorded on February 10th, 2022 – Matt, Ben, and Nick once again embrace their musical side, but this time with movie soundtracks. Didn't they already do this? Nope, that was film scores. Or perhaps it was film musicals? What's the difference? Who can tell...certainly not Nick. Plus Matt's Google Home wakeup call and murder mystery shows. All that and more on this week's episode of The New Way Pod...

Recorded on January 23rd, 2022 – Matt, Ben, and Nick have jumped on the sequel bandwagon. Get their hot takes on the sequels THEY would pitch to studios in order to keep their beloved franchises alive. Plus, what movie world would the boys most like to inhabit? And why is Yellowjackets the LOST clone we've been waiting for? All that and more on this week's episode of The New Way Podcast!

Recorded on January 12th, 2022 – Matt, Ben, and Nick are joined by superfans Ryan and Patrick for a spirited discussion of Marvel's juggernaut hit, Spider-man No Way Home. But the fun doesn't start there. The gents from Last Pint kick off 2022 by also covering The Matrix: Resurrections, Encanto and more! All that and more on this week's episode of The New Way Podcast!

Recorded on December 18th, 2021 – Matt, Ben, Nick, are joined by a parade of guest stars in this year end spectacular! They've got spoiler free reviews of West Side Story and the latest Spider-man: No Way Home. Plus a ton of holiday treats and many surprises. All that and more on this week's episode of The New Way Podcast! Happy Holidays!

Recorded on December 7th, 2021 – Matt, Ben, Nick, and Paul have a spirited discussion about how filmmakers and show runners often have the intent to do one thing, but something happens along the way that sets their path askew. No one signs up to purposely do a bad movie, so how do movies go wrong? And how does the audience's reaction to that material fit into the equation. Plus, Matt might have tu...

Recorded on November 23rd, 2021 – Matt, Ben, Nick, Ryan and Patrick are all present for a SPIRITED discussion of the new Ghostbusters film, Ghostbusters: Afterlife. What did they think of it? You're just gonna have to tune in. Plus, some spicy adult readings and a new holiday inspired song parody all on this week's episode of The New Way Podcast!

Recorded on November 16th, 2021 – Matt and Ben are back on the air to discuss one of the great character actors of all time: John C. Reilly. From his early dramatic work to his broader comedic work, the man delivers in every single role he plays. If you're not already a fan, you will be after this week's episode of The New Way Podcast.

Recorded on October 6th, 2021 – There is a largely ignored problem in the entertainment industry. Treatment of crewmembers in film and television has caused many to question whether they want to continue with this career. The boys from Last Pint discuss the impending strike and how similar issues are arising in other industries on this week's episode of The New Way Podcast.

Recorded on October 17th, 2021 – It's that season again and what would Halloween be without the (nearly) annual New Way Podcast Halloween Special!?! In their 4th installment, Matt, Ben, Nick and special guest Beth celebrate Halloweens both past and present. After a year where Halloween was pretty much canceled, there is a lot to make up this year. So tune in for frights, laughs and Lobster Mac and...

Recorded on September 26th, 2021 – Matt and Ben head west to discuss one of our oldest film genres, The Western. From classics like The Searches to modern hits like Django Unchained, they put on their boots and spurs and kick some dust. Also, a spirited discussion of the musical Dear Evan Hanson and Netflix's newest, Midnight Mass. All that and more on this week's episode of The New Way Podcast.

Recorded on September 15th, 2021 – Matt and Ben bring you a fresh Shang-Chi review and kick start a conversation about Martial Arts in films. Are they experts? Far from it. But you'd be amazed how many movies incorporate a lot of martial arts in them! Plus, Matt brings some new TV recommendations and a tribute to the late Norm Macdonald. All that and more on this week's episode of The New Way Podc...

Recorded on August 24th, 2021 – Matt, Ben and Nick gather to discuss the delightful role of cameos in movies and tv. From rock stars and athletes to GOATS like Stan Lee and Matt Damon, the boys from Last Pint cover it all. Plus, a lengthy discussion of the freshly released Spider-man No Way Home trailer. All that and more on this week's episode of The New Way Podcast!

Recorded on August 8th, 2021 – Matt, Ben and Nick gather for another fresh movie review. This week it's James Gunn's The Suicide Squad? And while they are at it, they take a trip down memory lane and discuss Gunn's other works, including the much beloved Guardians of the Galaxy. Of course there will be stops at Troma Studios as well as his dustup with The Mouse. All that and more on this week's ep...

Recorded on August 1st, 2021 – Ben and Matt hop in the studio fresh out of a screening of David Lowery's Arthurian fever-trip "The Green Knight" to discuss how legends have shaped cinema, and how pretty much every movie ever owes something to the historical precedent of mythologies. How many movies with "Legend" in the title are actually based on legend? Probably not many, but to find out tune in...

Recorded on July 22nd, 2021 – Matt, Ben, and Nick are joined by Ryan and Patrick as they discuss the Season One ending of "LOKI", along with prognostications regarding the direction and future of the Marvel Universe in both film and television. Plus Matt makes everyone play a game that isn't well received by all contributors, Ryan goes on strike, and Patrick and Ben contemplate ways that Werner He...

Recorded on July 12th, 2021 – Matt and Ben go to the movies! For the first time since 2019, Matt and Ben sat side by side in a movie theater. The film? Marvel's latest, Black Widow. And in honor of this return to cinema, the boys are discussing the other female action stars who paved the way. Plus, Renny Harlin? All that and more on this week's episode of The New Way Podcast.

Recorded on June 30th, 2021 – Matt, Ben and Nick are back together IN STUDIO for the first time in 2 years! And of course, that means it's time for another round of The Movie Pitch Game. Given just a title and some actors, the boys are tasked with creating a movie pitch and deciding whether it gets the greenlight. With titles being bungled by an eagle eyed Ben, this is sure to be fun for all...but...

Recorded on June 16th, 2021 – A horse walks into a bar and the bartender says, "Take my wife, please!" Timing. The most thing important in comedy is...wait? That's right, the boys from Last Pint are tackling the world of Stand Ups this week. What makes a comedian great? Is it their material? Delivery? And why does Matt not adore the new Bo Burnham special, Inside? All that and more on this week's...

Recorded on June 10th, 2021 – If there's one thing the boys from Last Pint like even more than beer, it's musicals. And all three gentleman are present this week to discuss they best and worst of movie musicals. Does that mean CATS will make another appearance? You better believe it. But they also cover the latest from Lin Manuel Miranda with the film version of In The Heights. Plus new musical pa...

Recorded on June 2nd, 2021 – The entire Last Pint gang is back this week to discuss the prolific career of composer John Williams. This is the man who wrote the music of your childhood. No one has more iconic scores than this gentleman. From Star Wars to Indy to Jurassic Park and everything in-between, we cover some of his most well-known work as well as a few smaller tracks we are huge fans of. M...

Recorded on May 23, 2021 – Ben takes Matt, Nick, Ryan and Patrick on a wild ride with a mystery game. What's the game? Unbeknownst to the group, Ben has curated a one of a kind experience and assault on the senses in the form of a trivia game centered around enigmatic director, writer, & actor, Werner Herzog. It's fair to say that no one was prepared for what happened in the studio this week. Who...

Recorded on May 17, 2021 - Matt and Ben are thrilled to be joined by a bonafide star this week as they welcome prop master, model maker and Tik Tok star Mike. Mike is the face of Props to History, an amazing channel that does mini deep dives into the history and status of famous movie props. He and his buddy Gregg also run Prop History Podcast which you can listen to on your favorite podcast carri...

Recorded on May 11, 2021 - Matt and Ben convene after the former's epic road trip to discuss the l'Enfant Terrible of modern screen comedy; Judd Apatow. Traversing through a considerable filmography, they cover just how influential the director/writer/producer has been, and his considerable talent of finding and cultivating young talent. But, you know... not in the bad way. All this and more on th...