The Sheist Podcast

A very Happy New Year to you all out there! We are back and we are crossing things off the 2024 watchlist and looking ahead to what's on deck for the first release weekend of 2025. I want to say that we didn't get into much spoiler territory this time, for better or worse depending on your preference, but we did see a lot and shared our thoughts on A DIFFERENT MAN, SEPTEMBER 5, THE ROOM NEXT DOOR,...

It's the final release weekend of the year! That's exciting and daunting as I am not close to checking off everything I wanted to see on my 2024 wishlist. However, we are making an effort! This Week at the Movies we're sharing some spoilerized thoughts on NIGHTBITCH, NOSFERATU, CARRY-ON, RED ONE, and SONIC 3. Thanks to everyone who took the time to listen to the episode and please remember that th...

This Week at the Movies is back for one more episode before the surge of Christmas releases. We share some spoiler-y thoughts on THE END , INTERSTELLAR'S 10th-Anniversary re-release, KRAVEN ("The Hunter"), and revisiting WICKED . Plus, a look ahead at what's on deck for the weekend of December 21st, 2024. Thanks to everyone who took the time to listen to the episode and please remember that the op...

We took last week off. So, we've got a couple extra movies to talk about but we are back for This Week at the Movies, sharing some spoilerful thoughts on QUEER, FLOW, THE ORDER, THE RETURN, WEREWOLVES, THE SEED OF THE SACRED FIG, and THE MAN IN THE WHITE VAN. Plus, a quick rundown of what's coming out for the weekend of December 13th, 2024. Thanks to everyone who took the time to listen to the epi...

Happy Thanksgiving to those who celebrate, and happy release weekend to everyone! We are back for another This Week at the Movies, talking about MOANA 2, plus a look at all the releases surrounding the Thanksgiving holiday. Thanks to everyone who took the time to listen to the episode and please remember that the opinions expressed on this show are just that, opinions. If you enjoyed what you hear...

It's This Week at the Movies! We are back at it with a full slate, sharing our spoiler-loaded thoughts on HERE, JUROR #2, EMILIA PEREZ, GLADIATOR, and WICKED. Plus a look ahead at what's coming out for the release weekend of November 23rd, 2024. Thanks to everyone who took the time to listen to the episode and please remember that the opinions expressed on this show are just that, opinions. If you...

This Week at the Movies is back! Or at least we are back for it. Christen and I are both on the mend from Covid and we're here to talk about a trio of Netflix films we watched while recovering ( Woman of the Hour , Don't Move , and Nowhere ) and A Real Pain , Heretic , Small Things Like These , Smile 2 , and Conclave . Plus a look at what's on deck for the weekend of November 16th, 2024. Thanks to...

I was joined by author Joel Brokaw (who collaborated with Tyler Perry on the New York Times Bestseller "Don't Make a Black Woman Take Off Her Earrings ") as he now turns his attention to his father Norman Brokaw, the former chairman and CEO of the William Morris Agency, in his new book "Driving Marilyn: The Life and Times of Legendary Hollywood Agent Norman Brokaw ". You can find the book at...

After taking last week off for family reasons, Christen is not with me for this one but it's still This Week (and Last Week) at the Movies. I'm taking a look at IT'S WHAT'S INSIDE, SATURDAY NIGHT, RUMOURS, ANORA, THE APPRENTICE, and VENOM THE LAST DANCE. Plus a look at everything else on deck for the release weekend of October 25th, 2024. Thanks to everyone who took the time to listen to the episo...

We are keeping the gloves off and not tip-toeing around any potential spoilers. So, proceed with caution. However, making the switch allows us to talk about JOKER 2, LEE, AZRAEL, THE OUTRUN, and WE LIVE IN TIME more fully and thoughtfully. Plus, we take a look at what's on deck for the weekend of October 11th, 2024. Thanks to everyone who took the time to listen to the episode and please remember...

We switched things up a smidge this week and decided not to tip-toe around any potential spoilers. So, if you are still in the market, beware. Switching gears allowed us to talk about MEGALOPOLIS, NEVER LET GO, LUMINA, and HIS THREE DAUGHTERS more fully and thoughtfully. Plus a look at what's on deck for the weekend of October 4th, 2024. Thanks to everyone who took the time to listen to the episod...

Seth was on vacation but Nick wasn't alone as he sat down with Gui Agustini, the voice of Sunspot on X-Men '97 , to talk about the sweeping success of the show, the Comic Con whirlwind, responsibility of playing Roberto, some behind-the-scenes details, Gui's career journey, the future of the show, and much much more! You can check out more of Gui's work on his website GuiAgustini.com and you can f...

International travel couldn't stand in the way of watching some movies! All kidding aside, Christen and I had a great time meeting up with friends and traveling to Canada but we had some movies loaded up for the flight home and I made sure to get back in the saddle at theaters to help me reacclimate to the time. It's This Week at the Movies for the weekend of September 27th and we are talking REBE...

Hey everybody! It's This Week at the Movies, and I was joined once again by my wife Christen to talk about an interesting trio of films. We share our quick thoughts on MY OLD ASS, SPEAK NO EVIL, and what may be the most talked about movie of the year, THE SUBSTANCE. Plus a look ahead at everything coming out the weekend of Sept. 20th, 2024. Thanks to everyone who took the time to listen to the epi...

We have arrived at the end of the first season of X-Friends. Nick and Seth get into the nitty-gritty of the epic Season 1 Finale of X-Men '97 and talk about what they want to see in Season 2. Then some long-awaited questions get answered, there's some over-budget fan-casting, and the gents talk about their potential mutant powers. It's an extra long send-off. Thank you so much for listening and ke...

Magneto declares war on humanity and it's time for Nick and Seth to take sides. Meanwhile, the X-Men must make some tactical decisions while battling Magneto, Bastion, and Mr. Sinister on separate fronts. It's the penultimate episode before the season finale. You don't want to miss it! X-Men '97 S1.E9. "Tolerance is Extinction - Part 2" Director: Emi Yonemura Writers: Beau De Mayo, Anthony Sellitt...

Christen and I are back for another episode of This Week at the Movies and we toed international waters as we shared our thoughts on Canada's French-language thriller RED ROOMS, the Mexico/USA joint production CITY OF DREAMS, and the Japanese-American TOKYO COWBOY. Plus, we take a look at what's coming out over the weekend. Thanks to everyone who took the time to listen to the episode and please r...

Seth and Nick are back and fighting for their lives as an army of sleeper Sentinels awake to divide and conquer the X-Men. However, that's no match for the power of family as the Summers 3 show us that teamwork really does make the dream work. We see the big bad's true motivations and the stakes are higher than ever with mutantkind is in the crosshairs. X-Men '97 S1.E8. "Tolerance is Extinction -...

Another release weekend is here and it's time for This Week at the Movies! Well, plus last week since we took Labor Day Weekend off. But that means we have a lot for you this time as my wife Christen is back to help me give thoughts on THE CROW, GOOD ONE, SLINGSHOT, AFRAID, BETWEEN THE TEMPLES, and BEETLEJUICE BEETLEJUICE. Plus, a look at what other interesting movies piqued our interest the week...

Nick and Seth are in mourning, but Rogue handles grief a little differently than the rest of us. However, it's fun to watch her run roughshod over the military and even Captain American himself. Bolivar Trask is finally within the X-Men's grasp, but he's got a trick or two up his sleeve and there's an even bigger threat on the horizon. X-Men '97 S1.E7. "Bright Eyes" Director: Emi Yonemura Writers:...

Class is in session and Charles is in charge! But like problem students, Nick and Seth take time to check text messages during class and Xavier sends a psychic shockwave into their recording equipment. Join us in Shi'ar space as we meet Empress Lilandra, Deathbird, Gladiator, and more! X-Men '97 S1.E6. "Lifedeath - Part 2" Director: Chase Conley Writers: Charley Feldman, Beau DeMayo, Stan Lee, Jac...

Seth and Nick are back, this time for a celebration and a funeral. Tensions and emotions are running high for our X-Men, and Genosha takes center stage as mutantkind fights for recognition in the media and on their doorstep. It's a big one folks! X-Men '97 S1.E5. "Remember It" Director: Emi Yonemura Writers: Beau DeMayo, Charley Feldman, Stan Lee, Jack Kirby Thanks for checking out the show and be...

Another release weekend is here and it's time for This Week at the Movies! My wife Christen is back in the saddle as we give mostly spoiler-free thoughts on IT ENDS WITH US , CLOSE TO YOU , and BLINK TWICE . We did our best to steer clear of giving away plot details but did get into some broader discussion about the movie biz. Plus, a look at what other interesting movies piqued our interest this...

Seth and Nick are back for more mutant action! And this time they're playing video games and maybe doing peyote, for spiritual purposes, in the desert. Just watch out for the demon bird. S1.E4. "Motendo/Lifedeath" Director: Chase Conley Writers: Beau DeMayo, Charley Feldman, Stan Lee, Jack Kirby Thanks for checking out the show and becoming an X-Friend! Hopefully, you'll continue on this journey w...

It's the Spider-Man meme but with twin Jean Greys! That puts the Cyclops in a tough spot and the rest of the team must also confront a Sinister villain from their past. Seth and Nick talk about psychology and psychopathy, and how horror fits into the X-narrative. S1.E3. "Fire Made Flesh" Director: Emi Yonemura Writers: Beau DeMayo, Charley Feldman, Stan Lee, Jack Kirby Thanks for checking out the...