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In this light, funny, and surprisingly informative film podcast, each host picks a movie straight off their shelf and presents it to the other for the very first time. From cult classics to chaotic flops, prestige dramas to popcorn blockbusters, no genre is safe — especially because our tastes couldn’t be more different. One loves arthouse slow burns. The other lives for action sequels. One cries at indie coming-of-age stories. The other rewatches creature features for comfort. What follows? Honest reactions, spirited debates, hot takes, deep dives, and plenty of laughs. Whether you’re a casual viewer or a full-blown film nerd, tune in each week as we swap shelves, challenge our tastes, and maybe — just maybe — change each other’s minds. Because sometimes the best way to discover a new favorite movie… is to let someone else pick it. 🍿

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1981's Mad Max 2: Road Warrior

2026/04/20

"I'm just here for the podcast" - Dave is heading to the outback again as he takes 1981's Mad Max 2: Road Warrior off the shelf this week. Phil was left so unimpressed with Mad Max last month that he was hesitant to go back in the world. Luckily for him it is far more in line with Fury Road than Mad Max. He finds that it more closely resembles the tone and style of the later film but still wonders how good at his job Max really is. Dave is happy to revisit the franchise and finally watch what has been on his shelf for a long time. He does questions if it is necessary to watch the first movie to get all that this movie has to say, enjoys the structure and leaves curious about what lies ahead.

1995's Glory Daze

2026/04/13

This week, Phil brings Glory Daze (1995), a story about college friends facing graduation, uncertain futures, and whether to move on or stay stuck. We dive into relationships, drinking culture and the inability to ignore advice from everyone except our future selves.

2014's Draft Day

2026/04/06

"How is it that the ultimate prize in the most macho podcast ever invented is a piece of jewelry?" - Dave addressed one of hit obsessions as he takes 2016's Draft Day off the shelf this week. Phil acknowledges that he has barely heard of this as it came out during a period of time when he wasn't watching as many new movies. However, Phil finds a few things to enjoy in this football film. Dave enjoys the relationships and finds the setting in and around a draft to be exactly what he needs right now. Overall, the two have a pleasant conversation until it blows up at one particularly ridiculous scene.

1998's Rounders

2026/03/30

"First prize at the World Series of Podcasts is a million bucks. Does it have my name on it? I don't know. But, I'm gonna find out" - Phil is down to the felt as he takes 1998's Rounders Off the Shelf this week. Dave is a little less than excited to hear John Malkovich's performance as KGB and questions how Phil can tolerate his accent considering his opinion of Damon's last week. Meanwhile, Phil and Dave fight over Jo's reactions and Phil explains how this movie continues to be both watchable and ridiculous in equal measure. He struggles to determine if it stays on the shelf.

2016's The Great Wall

2026/03/23

"Only you would carry a stupid magnet through the desert. I can use it to make a podcast" - We talk dangers and legends as Dave takes 2016's "The Great Wall" off the shelf this week. Phil has never seen it and ultimately wonders why it was ever made. He wonders why so many talented actors choose to use an accent they clearly can't do. Dave marvels at the action and finds the banter between the two leads to be humorous enough to keep the mood light but is so enamoured of Commander Lin, Phil can't trust anything he says. There is a great wall between the two opinions on this one.

1988's Eight Men Out

2026/03/16

"If you don't play the podcast, you're a sap." - It's spring training and Phil takes 1988's Eight Men Out off the shelf this week. Dave remembers seeing this movie one other time but is stunned by the amount of 2nd tier actors in the cast. He marvels at an opportunity to talk about John Mahoney and is impressed that John Sayles, writes, directs, acts and sings in the film. Phil remembers loving this from the first time he watched it and thinks it may be the best cast of any movie we've done. He is particularly impressed by David Strathairn, as usual. Later, we test the theory that a movie "based" on a true story with embellishments makes the movie less appealing.

2010's Inception

2026/03/09

"Dreams feel real while we're in them. It's only when we wake up that we realize something was actually strange." - We explore the layers of the dream world as Dave takes 2010's Inception off the shelf this week. Phil is surprised that his appreciation of the film had fallen to new depths but manages to bounce back to his senses and find that the movie is a complex and sometimes frustrating movie but the craft is impeccable. Dave is eager to explore the deeper meaning of the film and continues to discover new and exciting things with each watch. A chance to chat about Hans Zimmer is rarely missed.

1954's Rear Window

2026/03/03

"Podcasts. Nothing has caused the human race so much trouble as podcasts." - We look out on the courtyard as Phil takes 1954's Rear Window off the shelf this week. Dave had never seen it but was eager to watch our first Hitchcock movie and the humbler returns. He doesn't quite understand how this movie has such a high rating. Luckily, Phil is there to remind him that its the excellent screenplay, the great direction and excellent performances. A great opportunity for Phil to dust off his Jimmy Stewart impression for all to hear.

2015's Everest

2026/02/23

"I have reached six of the seven podcasts. So now of course I must reach the seventh." - A February deep Freeze is in store as Dave takes 2015's Everest off the shelf this week. Phil knew nothing about the movie beyond the title and was pleasantly surprised at how effective the film is at showing the tragedy of the expedition of 1996. Dave had never seen it either but felt the intense weather conditions was well delivered by the film maker. Phil managed to dig deeper into the story and watched a few other movies about the same subject matter. Both hosts agree that this is better than they thought it would be.

1993's Dave

2026/02/16

"And we're walking, and we're walking, and we're podcasting" - Back to the White House as Phil takes 1993's Dave off the shelf this week. David relives his pain that Dave gave upon it's release in `93 but works through it and finds the movie and performances to be entertaining. Phil finds the movie to be more of a Frank Capra style comedy and finds the general vibe to be that of a sweet romantic comedy. A movie that both hosts agree that if you don't buy the premise the whole thing falls apart, luckily it keeps it light enough to not worry too much about that.

1986's Crocodile Dundee

2026/02/09

"That's not a Podcast; That's a Podcast" - Dave is really milking his trip to Australia as he takes 1986's Crocodile Dundee off the shelf this week. Phil remembers the cultural phenomenon that was this movie and its star while confirming that his co-star may be the worst actor he's ever seen. Dave enjoys the overall tone of the movie and buys into the romance that is being presented and find it mostly delivers on its premise and tone. Both are ready to leave the outback by the end of it.

1993's Groundhog Day

2026/02/02

"I'm A podcast, not THE podcast" - Phil celebrates his namesake in Punxsutawney and takes 1993's Groundhog Day off the shelf this week. He fondly remembers the movie from the opening minutes and shares a story of the music that inspired a very strange 48 hour period in his life. Dave also remembers the movie as it was frequently on cable over the years and certain moments have sustained. What neither of them fully remember is just hot much emotion is involved in this movie and how many interesting ideas are present in this seemingly light hearted romantic comedy..

1979's Mad Max

2026/01/26

"The maximum Podcast of the Future" - We stay down under as Dave takes 1979's Mad Max off the shelf this week. Dave had unsure feelings when watching it a year ago finally and Phil only knows Tina Turner's vocals from Thunderdome. This film doesn't have the energy or adrenaline rush of Fury Road so many years later but despite the underwhelming intro of the saga, road warrior is still on the table..

1995's The American President

2026/01/19

"You podcast the podcasts that need podcasting" - Phil celebrates the career of Rob Reiner as he takes 1995's The American President Off the Shelf this week. Dave claims this could be Phil's best movie to date and was emotionally moved from the writing and performances. Phil watched it prior to the horrendous news of Reiner's death and once after and it only appreciated in emotional value. A great script, great performances and great direction made it a nice safe space to be despite the news of the world. An added bonus is how much it reflects The West Wing.

1997's Volcano

2026/01/12

What beats Lava? My Podcast...I hope" - Dave starts the year off with a toast as he takes 1997's Volcano Off the Shelf this week. Surprisingly, Phil doesn't hate it and for the most enjoys the action sequences despite some questionable effects here and there but overall appreciates the disaster genre of the late 90's. Dave isn't that convinced it's a good movie but is always happy to watch Tommy Lee Jones take charge and get it done.