Ty & That Guy

On this episode of Ty & That Guy, Ty Franck is joined by special guest co-host Dan Nowack (filling in for Wes) as they dive headfirst into the high-octane, full-tilt madness of Drive Angry—the 2011 supernatural revenge thriller that gives Nicolas Cage the wheel and lets him absolutely floor it. Ty and Dan break down the film’s grindhouse energy, its over-the-top world of satanic cults and spec...

In this deep-dive episode, Wes Chatham and Ty Franck throw on their psychic headsets and plunge into the 1984 sci-fi cult classic Dreamscape. A film ahead of its time—or at least weird enough to feel that way—Dreamscape delivers Cold War paranoia, nightmarish visuals, and a telepathic Dennis Quaid trying to save the President from his own dreams. Ty celebrates the always-watchable David Patrick Ke...

Wes and Ty take a detour into rom-com territory with a deep dive into the 1985 classic Murphy’s Romance, starring Sally Field and James Garner. Wes is all in on the movie’s cozy small-town vibe and heartfelt performances, calling it a standout in the genre. Ty, not usually a fan of romance, actually ends up liking it more than he expected—mostly thanks to James Garner’s charm. Things get even more...

In this episode of Ty & That Guy, Wes Chatham and Ty Franck go full throttle into Tony Scott’s cult classic True Romance (1993), with a script penned by the one and only Quentin Tarantino. Wes and Ty break down the film’s kinetic style, unforgettable characters, and the all-star cast, including a standout performance by Christian Slater as comic book store clerk-turned-outlaw romantic, Clarenc...

This week on Ty & That Guy, Wes Chatham and Ty Franck swing into the jungles of Colombia for a deep dive into the 1984 adventure-romance classic Romancing the Stone, starring Michael Douglas, Danny DeVito, and the inimitable Kathleen Turner. The guys unpack what makes this film such a standout in the action-comedy genre, from its snappy dialogue and unlikely romance to its pitch-perfect blend...

In this heartfelt retrospective, Wes Chatham and Ty Franck pay tribute to the legendary Val Kilmer, whose unforgettable performances and enigmatic presence left an indelible mark on cinema. Inspired by the moving documentary Val and his recent passing, the hosts reflect on Kilmer’s profound influence on both mainstream blockbusters and cult classics. Wes and Ty dive deep into his career, breaking...

This week on Ty & That Guy, Wes Chatham and Ty Franck take a NOS-fueled joyride straight into the high-octane, neon-lit madness of The Wraith (1986)—a movie so gloriously bonkers, it defies all known physics and narrative logic. Charlie Sheen plays a mysterious ghost-car vigilante(?) with a vengeance to settle and a Dodge M4S Turbo Interceptor to do it in. It's got murder, romance, inexplicabl...

In this spine-tingling deep dive, Wes and Ty crack open Hereditary (2018), Ari Aster’s chilling debut that redefined modern horror. From its gut-wrenching emotional beats to its masterful use of dread and symbolism, the guys go all in on what makes this film so damn unsettling. Wes brings the actor’s eye to Toni Collette’s powerhouse performance, dissecting how her raw portrayal of Annie anchors t...

This week on Ty & That Guy, Wes Chatham and Ty Franck dive headfirst into the gory, glorious chaos of The Substance—a shocking and stylish descent into body horror with sharp teeth and even sharper social commentary. The guys unpack the film’s bold vision, the insane practical effects, and the fearless central performance that’s already stirring up awards-season buzz. But what really grabs Ty...

In this exciting episode of Ty & That Guy, hosts Wes Chatham and Ty Franck welcome legendary comic book writer Andy Diggle to the show! Known for his work on The Losers, Green Arrow: Year One, and Thunderbolts, Andy brings his wealth of experience and insight to the world of comics, sharing stories from his career and the creative process behind some of his most iconic works. The conversation...

In this chilling episode of Ty & That Guy, hosts Wes Chatham and Ty Franck, embark on a deep dive into Heretic. Together, they analyze the film's unsettling exploration of possession, faith, and the supernatural. They’ll discuss what works, what doesn't, diving into the eerie performances, atmosphere, and the unique thematic elements that make this film an interesting piece of horror history. ...

In this episode of Ty & That Guy, hosts Ty Franck and Wes Chatham take a deep dive into the legendary career of Gene Hackman. From his early struggles as an actor to becoming one of Hollywood’s most respected and versatile stars, Ty and Wes explore what made Hackman such a powerhouse on screen. They break down his most iconic roles, including The French Connection, Unforgiven, The Conversation...

In this episode, Ty Franck and Wes Chatham, hosts of Ty & That Guy, dive into the 2025 thriller The Gorge. Both big fans of intense, character-driven stories, Ty and Wes break down the film’s stunning visuals, twisty plot, and all the suspense that keeps you on the edge of your seat. They talk about what works, what didn’t, and the performances that really stood out. With their usual mix of pa...

In this deep dive, Ty Franck (one half of James S.A. Corey) and Wes Chatham, huge fans of the original Nosferatu, explore the highly anticipated 2024 remake. Join them as they sink their teeth into this modern adaptation, comparing it to the iconic 1922 classic, and discuss the elements that make Nosferatu a timeless horror masterpiece. With their passion for the genre, Ty and Wes break down the a...

Ty Franck (one half of James S.A. Corey) and Wes Chatham are BACK and with the Superbowl almost a month in the past it is time for the guys' Superbowl Special! Sit back and enjoy Wes talk about how much he LOVES North Dallas Forty... and how both the guys cries like a babies when they watch Brian's Song.

Ty Franck (one half of James S.A. Corey) is joined by our favorite Hawaiian Shirt Mustache MOFO Brett Simmons! The guys do a deep dive into a patron requested flick and talk about the difficulties of game adaptations.

Ty Franck (one half of James S.A. Corey) and Wes Chatham are joined by our favorite Hawaiian Shirt Mustache MoFo Brett Simmons. This is an episode we have been wanting to do for a while now and before Wes heads off to shoot his movie we decided to finally do it.

Ty Franck (one half of James S.A. Corey) is joined by our favorite Hawaiian Shirt Mustache motherfucker Brett Simmons! again and they go full on into the madness that is Mandy... and Nicholas Cage! We will be spoiling the crap out of the movie Mandy so you have been warned.

Ty Franck (one half of James S.A. Corey) is joined by our favorite Hawaiian Shirt Mustache motherfucker Brett Simmons! Ty decided to be COLD BLOODED to Wes while he is off having a wank and selected Furiosa are the deep dive this week. I hope everyone enjoys this episode as much as I did!

Ty Franck and Daniel Abraham (James S.A. Corey) have been hanging on their book tour and since Wes is MIA we decided to do an episode on Noir Films. The two movies the guys decided to discuss are the classic M from 1931 and the neo-noir film Dark City.

Ty Franck (one half of James S.A. Corey) and Wes Chatham ('Amos Burton' on The Expanse) decided to do a classic movie from the 70s Chinatown. Disclaimer we know Roman Polanski has a troubled history, but this is a favorite movie of Wes' and also a one of the best neo-noir films ever made. Oh and there is this guy named Jack Nicholson in it too. He had an ok career I guess... shis career was so epi...

Ty Franck (one half of James S.A. Corey) and Wes Chatham ('Amos Burton' on The Expanse) are joined by Isaiah Mustafa who you might know from his Old Spice commercials and greek god physique to discuss a movie which has come up an endless amount of times on our podcast... WEIRD SCIENCE! In addition to Weird Science the guys rank the top Bill Paxton performances.

Ty Franck (one half of James S.A. Corey) and Wes Chatham ('Amos Burton' on The Expanse) actually agreed with Producer Joe for once so we did an episode dedicated to awesome Bad Guys & their squads.

Ty Franck (one half of James S.A. Corey) and Wes Chatham ('Amos Burton' on The Expanse) decided to have an insightful discussion about devil babies this week! So enjoy the guys talking about and comparing the classic Rosemary's Baby to the new Immaculate starring Sydney Sweeney. There will be a lot of spoilers so be warned.

Ty Franck (one half of James S.A. Corey) and Wes Chatham ('Amos Burton' on The Expanse) talk about the great actor Donald Sutherland who recently passed away.