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An assortment of Mini-Pitches and Scenic Rambles, as Sheppy talks Old Classics, New Treasures and Sylvester Stallone.     “You can’t turn it off!”

The Pitch-  A nail-biting, series spanning arc, as Jessica Fletcher meets her Moriarty, in a game of lies, obsession, murder and love.   Will this super-sleuth live to write another day, or will this be her final chapter?             David Tolliver-       “Send me a copy of the book when it’s finished?” Jessica Fletcher-  “I may do better. You may end up being a character.” David-                    “And what would I be? A victim, suspect, killer?” Jessica-                  “…I haven’t made up my mind yet…”   - “Lovers and Other Killers”-  Season 1, Episode 5

Hold tight! Sheppy’s going off on TV phenomenon 24…   …Pitching his own season for this pulse-pounding, double-tapping, morally dubious super-show, while also talking the life, times, films and musical triumphs of star Kiefer Sutherland.   This Podcast takes place between when you start and when you stop. Events occur in real time.     “Damn it!”

The Pitch-  "Starman 2"   This week Sheppy talks John Carpenter’s 1984 Romantic Sci-Fi Drama, Starman, while pitching a sequel to this oft-forgotten gem.       “You are at your very best when things are worst.”

Jimmy and Sheppy wag bearded chins as they debrief on 3 of this Summer's Blockbusters- The Odyssey,   Spiderman: Brand New Day  and  Masters of the Universe.   All this, plus-  The return of Ted Lasso, The finale of The Bear  ...and so much more.   "Let it rip."

Presenting a mash-up of epic proportions, as Sheppy deep-dives into that most magnificent of beasts, the TV Cross-Over…   …As well as presenting some mini-pitches he’s always longed for, but never dared to dream-   Dr Who meets Star Trek! Knight Rider Vs The A-Team! and Spidey and Hulk get it on, ’70s style!!   …All this, plus the TV Detective super-group the world never knew it needed!     “….Oh, just one more thing…”

A happy collection of musings and ramblings, as Sheppy touches briefly but tenderly on Summer Blockbusters Disclosure Day and Super Girl...   As well as leafing through an assortment of non-Fleming Bond books and shooting web all over TV shows Spider-Noir and Frasier old and new…    …All while taking time to say a very fond farewell to Television Legend James Burrows.     “What’s up, Norm?” “My nipples, it’s freezing out there.”

Look out, Jimmy and Sheppy are Pounding Pod...   Things get messy as SoG's dynamic duo Check-In, Check-Out and Check-Up on recent viewings, Summer dreams and the films of Clint Eastwood.   All this, as well as all the big questions, including but not limited to- Favourite Movie Posters, Worst Bonds, and optimal ways to eat an apple.    "Dank farrik"

The Pitch:  An Action-Adventure Comedy Epic, as three iconic Bond Henchmen team up for the road trip of a lifetime.       "Well, here's to us."   Also, be sure to check out Jimmy and Sheppy's pitches for an all-new, 70s set Roger Moore Bond film!  (Episode 50 of Shoulders of Giants)

Things have got serious, as Sheppy continues to ponder The Cinematic Butterfly Effect...   "What if..?" one tiny decision, made by a minor character, in any film had been made differently? What drastic changes could the resulting ripples cause for heroes, villains and audiences alike?   More Bond!  More Star Wars! Plus- Rocky!  Trading Places!  Indiana Jones!  Back to the Future!   ...and much, much more!   "I'm so proud of you!" - Catherine Ness   "We named the dog Indiana!" - Henry Jones Snr.

Sheppy and very special guest Tamsin discuss the Butterfly Effect in TV and Film, asking ‘What if’ a certain character had made one tiny decision differently, changing life, the universe and everything..?   Star Wars!  Outlander!  Bond!  Star Trek!  Downton Abbey!!     And so much more.   “There goes another one.” “Hold your fire, there's no life forms, it must have short circuited…”

Loose threads are pulled, tugged and tied up, as Sheppy tackles a happy jumble...   ...Discussing new entries in the Predator franchise, the recent triumphs of a cinematic legend, as well as going deep on personal fave- F/X: Murder by Illusion...   ...All while pitching a third part for this wildly inventive action-thriller series!   "Nobody makes movies about people anymore, all they care about are special effects..."

The Pitch:  A direct sequel to the 1991 Kevin Costner action-romance swash-buckler.      "Because it's blunt, you idiot, it'll hurt more!!"

Sheppy's all a'quiver, as he talks Robin Hood- Taking a look at just about every version of the Legend in TV and Film...   ...As well as going deep on personal favourite, 'Prince of Thieves' !   "He was a brave lad..."

Diving into a positive quagmire of holiday treats, Sheppy is joined by very special guest Martusha, where they talk films and tv old and new…   …Also! A bushel of Bronson! A hammock of Hackman! And a calamitous collection of creepy Clooney!    So join us in Narnia, The Upside Down, and that lake Colin Firth likes to splash about in, for a rambling chat like no other.   “Keep the change, ya filthy animal!”