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Schmucking Around

by S&D Inc.

Sam Oliver and Guests spiel about pop culture current events and review new releases for film and television.

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  1. The Best of 2021 (Plus 'Don't Look Up' & 'The Matrix Resurrections')

    Schmucking Around is ending 2021 with our New Year’s special! Sam welcomes back Pat Harrison (@patsharrison) to celebrate New Year’s Eve by discussing Leo’s new Netflix movie ‘Don’t Look Up’ (5:46) and ‘The Matrix Resurrections’ (15:13). Finally, we close out 2021 with each of our top 10 ‘Best of...

  2. 2nd Annual 'Turkeys of the Year' (Plus 'King Richard')

    SCHMUCKING AROUND IS BACK! We finally return this week with OG cohost Patrick S. Harrison (@patsharrison) for a very special Thanksgiving weekend episode. We start with an explanation for the extended hiatus (2:35), provide a very exciting update to the PS5 watch (4:10), and discuss some...

  3. The 'Impeachment' of 'Y: The Last Man'

    This week on a very female version of Schmucking Around, Sam catches up with his cousin and guest co-host Danielle Kaplan (@dk728) by asking her for her thoughts on the recent passing of legendary comedian Norm MacDonald (3:24), her feelings on the Jets and Mets seasons (7:10), and her thoughts…

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  4. 'The Card Counter' Busts and 'Ted Lasso' Doubles Down

    This week on SCHMUCKING Around, Patrick S. Harrison (@patsharrison), the bestselling author of 2020 and prodigal co-host, returns to the podcast to catchup a bit by asking what some of Sam’s favorites have been over the past couple months (3:57), Sam’s knowledgeability around some social media...

  5. 'Shang Chi' and 'What If...?' are my best 'Vacation Friends'

    This week on the (extremely tardy) special Labor Day/Rosh Hashanah edition of Shmucking Around, Sam and guest Shmuck Steve Kaplan (@steviekaps) eulogize the late, great Michael K. Williams (2:20) and discuss the end of the Mike Richard’s saga at ‘Jeopardy!’ (9:45), excitement levels for the...

  6. 'Brand New Cherry Flavor' & 'Untold: The Malice at the Palace' (Plus 'What If...?' Episode 3)

    This week on Shmucking Around, Sam welcomes back his buddy (and delusional basketball fan) Cody Brough to discuss the “Nevermind Baby” suing Nirvana for child pornography (2:46) and Rachel Nichols being taken off the air at ESPN (11:17). *SPOILERS* Then they spiel about the first episode of the…

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  7. 'Reminiscence' for a 'CODA' (Plus 'What If...?' Episode 2)

    On the inaugural episode of ‘Shmucking Around’, Sam invites his good friend Ally Peterson (@milagracita) onto the podcast to talk about what she’s been watching this year (2:05), the news that Mike Richards has been fired as ‘Jeopardy!’ host after 9 days (13:46), and the recently announced ‘Field...

  8. 'What If...' Kevin was a 'Free Guy'?

    *SPOILER ALERT* This week on Spieling and Dealing, Sam welcomes back his friends Kevin and Ally Peterson (@milagracita) to discuss Trey Parker and Matt Stone closing the deal to buy Casa Bonita (2:10) and the official announcement of the new, controversial ‘Jeopardy!’ hosting duo (14:11). Then…

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  9. ‘The Suicide Squad’ and ‘Blood Red Sky’

    We’re a little tardy to the party, but this week on Spieling and Dealing Sam welcomes back his cousin Steve Kaplan (@steviekaps) to the podcast to debate the reported choice of Mike Richards as the new host of ‘Jeopardy’ and the controversy surrounding the pick (2:00). Then they tackle Matt…

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  10. A Strange Quest for ‘The Green Knight’ and a ‘Pig’ (Plus: ‘I Think You Should Leave’)

    This week, Sam welcomes back his cousin Steve Kaplan (@steviekaps) to guest co-host S&D and catch-up on his thoughts about the finale of ‘Loki’ (1:51) and ‘Space Jam: A New Legacy’ (4:02). They get to the bottom of the biggest news story of the week, Scarlett Johannsen’s lawsuit against Disney...

  11. A 'Mythic Quest' for a 'Gunpowder Milkshake' (Plus: 'Ted Lasso')

    This week Sam welcomes his buddy Cody to the podcast and asks him for a native Ohioan's take on LeBron James in 'Space Jam' (6:06) and the possibility that Adele might be dating LeBron's agent, Rich Paul (7:44). Then they give their thoughts on the reported budget for 'The Last of Us' TV show…

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  12. Space Jam: A New Legacy. Plus, Emmy Nominations and a Tenet Re-Visit

    Patrick and Sam spiel about the 2021 Emmy nominations (2:20), Anthony Bourdain’s voice being recreated with A.I. in a new documentary (11:45), new prequels for Grease and John Wick (18:30), and Jenna Fischer being cut out of a pilot with Matt LeBlanc because focus groups couldn’t accept Pam...

  13. Black Widow, Zola and Loki episode 5.

    Patrick and Sam spiel about the drama at ESPN around Rachel Nichols and Maria Taylor, Argylle the new spy franchise from Matthew Vaughn (12:30), Barbie with Margot Robbie and Greta Gerwig (19:00), and the death of director Richard Donner (23:20). Later, Sam catches Patrick up on Loki episode five...

  14. No Sudden Move. Plus, The Tomorrow War and Loki Ep. 4.

    Happy 4th of July! On this freedom edition of Spieling and Dealing, Pat and Sam say good riddance to Meghan McCain's time on 'The View' (4:00), debate the dueling racism/homophobia "scandals" of Chip and Joanna Gaines and James Corden (5:20), discuss our excitement levels for The Weeknd's new TV...

  15. F9 is magnetic and we're bi for Loki. Plus, The Best of 2021 (so far)

    Patrick and Sam are joined by special guests Steve and Danielle Kaplan to spiel about Ed Sheeran’s return (2:05) and Jerry Seinfeld’s Unfrosted Poptarts movie (3:40). Then they give their picks for their favorite things of 2021 so far (6:20) and the things they’re looking forward to in the second...

  16. Love 4 Loki & Luca. Plus, Kevin Hart's Fatherhood.

    Patrick and Sam get to the bottom of controversies embroiling Lin Manuel-Miranda (1:20) and Chrissy Teigen (4:00). Then they spiel about the Season 1 finale of Hacks (13:10) and Episode 2 of Loki (21:15). Later, they review Kevin Hart’s Fatherhood (31:21) and Disney’s Luca (40:27). They wrap…

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  17. An 'Infinite'-ly 'Loki' Episode (+ 'In the Heights')

    In the latest edition of 'Spieling and Dealing', Pat sheds a tear while Sam says good riddance to 'Keeping Up with the Kardashians' (2:35) followed by our discussion about the long awaited arrival of 'Loki', the new Marvel show on Disney+ (3:54). Then we head to NYC for the film adaptation of Lin...

  18. The 'Mare of Easttown' Finale. Plus, 'Love, Death & Robots'

    Patrick and Sam play “Hollywood Heartbreakers” and forecast relationship prospects for Taika Waititi, Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck, and Ariana Grande (3:45). Later, they spiel about the Mare of Easttown finale (9:10), Bo Burnham’s new Netflix special Inside (18:00), and the Netflix animated...

  19. Memorial Day Mega-Show: A Quiet Place Part II, Cruella, The Friends Reunion, and Master of None Season 3

    Patrick and Sam celebrate Memorial Day with lists of their top three film/tv patriots (1:58) and they follow up with some shows they previously reviewed, including: Jupiter’s Legacy, The Girlfriend Experience, Shadow and Bone, The Underground Railroad, and Mythic Quest (6:10). Then they spiel…

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  20. 'Army of the Dead' on Arrival (+ HBO's Hacks)

    This week Sam and Pat issue their very first (and only) retraction after the Flamin' Hot Cheetos guy turns out to be a fraud (1:55), followed by a discussion of potential Hollywood mega deals with the merger of WarnerMedia and Discovery (6:52) and the rumored Amazon $9 billion purchase of MGM...

  21. 'Girls5eva' is Gr8. Plus, 'Those Who Wish Me Dead' and 'The Underground Railroad'

    Patrick and Sam spiel about the end of the Golden Globes (4:15) and Ellen Degeneres’s daytime talk show (7:30). They discuss Gal Gadot’s comments about the Middle East (12:05) and compare their excitement levels for Spiral, Bo Burnham’s next special, and Dave Chappelle’s new podcast (16:20). They...

  22. ‘Jupiter's Legacy’ for the Moms. Plus, ‘The Girlfriend Experience’

    On a special Mother's Day episode, Pat and Sam discuss Elon Musk's successful hosting gig on the SNL Mother's Day episode (1:50), the disaster that was the VAX Live TV special (5:23), and our level of interest in Eva Longoria's announced Flamin' Hot Cheetos movie (10:42). Then we spiel about the...

  23. Tom Clancy's 'Without Remorse'

    Patrick and Sam spiel about the value of Tom Clancy’s intellectual property and review ‘Without Remorse’ starring Michael B. Jordan on Amazon Prime. Email us with your takes and feedback at: [email protected] Follow the show on Instagram. This episode is sponsored by ‘Out of Regs’....

  24. We engage in 'Mortal Kombat' over 'Stowaway'

    Patrick and Sam spiel about the 2021 Oscars (1:25), the trailer for season three of Master of None (7:50), and Elon Musk hosting SNL (11:25). Then they review Mortal Kombat (15:35), Shadow and Bone (24:30), and Stowaway (39:55). Email us with your takes and feedback at…

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  25. The Falcon and The Winter Soldier Finale. Plus Oscar Picks, Nobody, Made For Love, and Mare of Easttown.

    Patrick and Sam spiel about the trailer for season two of Ted Lasso (1:30) and they preview and give their picks for the 2021 Oscars (3:00). Then they break down the finale of The Falcon and The Winter Soldier (14:40). Later, they review Nobody starring Bob Odenkirk (29:25), and HBOMAX’s Made For...

  26. Concrete Cowboy, Invincible, and The Father. Plus, The Falcon and The Winter Soldier (Ep. 4)

    Patrick and Sam spiel about Phoebe Waller-Bridge joining the new Indiana Jones and the National Treasure TV reboot on Disney + (1:40), Jeopardy’s recent run of guest hosts (6:00), and some behind the scenes Justice League drama (9:45). Later they review episode four of ‘The Falcon and The Winter...

  27. Godzilla vs. Kong. Plus, Apple TV's 'Cherry', 'Calls', and 'Wolfwalkers'

    Patrick and Sam spiel about the return of ‘CSI’ to CBS (3:05), a pair of ‘Knives Out’ sequels heading to Netflix (6:10), and Bhad Bhabie’s Onlyfans windfall (12:45). They also take about the state of Apple TV Plus (18:20) before reviewing ‘Cherry’ (21:15), ‘Calls’ (33:30), and ‘Wolfwalkers’...

  28. The Mighty Ducks: Gamechangers, The Trial of the Chicago 7, and the launch of Discovery Plus

    Patrick and Sam spiel about Disney’s announcement that Cruella and Black Widow will be available on Disney + Premier Access on the same day as their theatrical release. In the debut of “The Marvel Minute”, Sam catches Pat up on The Falcon and The Winter Soldier (8:25) and they review the premiere...

  29. The (March) Madness of the Snyder Cut

    This week, Olly and guest host Steve Kaplan (@steviekaps) deal out their picks and upsets in the NCAA Tournament (1:28), the wild start to NFL free agency (12:17) and LeBron becoming a part owner of the Red Sox (28:56). Later they spiel about the long awaited Zack Snyder's Justice League (33:40),...

  30. SEASON ONE FINALE! Oprah's Royal Interview, 'Murder Among the Mormons', and 'Ginny & Georgia'

    In the Season One finale of Spieling and Dealing Patrick and Sam get into a heated argument over Oprah’s sit-down with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle that threatens the future of the show (4:05). They also review Netflix’s Murder Among the Mormons (19:50), Ginny & Georgia (32:50), and the film...

  31. The United States vs. Billie Holiday vs. Billie Eilish

    Patrick and Sam spiel about the Wandavision finale, It’s a Sin, and new films about Billie Holiday and Billie Eilish (22:10). Later, they deal on March Madness, JJ Watt signing with the Cardinals, and Big Ben playing another year. Email us with your takes and feedback at:...

  32. The 2021 Streaming Draft. Plus, 'I Care A Lot' is a CLASSIC

    Patrick and Sam have the first ever streaming service mock draft (6:50) and spiel about Netflix’s I Care A Lot (23:10) and Behind Her Eyes (35:40). Later, they deal on Tiger’s accident, Alex Smith’s beef with the Washington Football Team, and a fantasy soccer scandal (46:20). Email us with your...

  33. Behind Her Eyes, Minari and Wandavision

    Patrick and Sam spiel about breakups for Daft Punk and Kim Kardashian & Kanye West, episodes 6&7 of Wandavision (5:10), Minari (8:00), and Behind Her Eyes on Netflix (17:30). Later, they deal on Anthony Davis’s injury, Cam Newton getting heckled, and Notre Dame opting out of the NCAA video game...

  34. Dwayne Johnson for President. Plus, 'Nomadland' and Carson Wentz to Indy.

    Patrick and Sam spiel about new trailers for Superman and Lois, Cruella, and Mortal Kombat (6:20). They also talk about the premiere of Young Rock (12:20) on NBC and Nomadland on Hulu (19:50). Later, they deal on Carson Wentz being traded to the Colts (26:20). Email us with your takes and…

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  35. 'Judas and The Black Messiah' and 'Mr. Mayor'

    Patrick and Sam spiel about recent controversies for The Mandalorian’s Gina Carano and The Bachelor’s Chris Harrison (4:40), Judas and The Black Messiah on HBO Max (13:45), and NBC’s Mr. Mayor (22:20). Later, they deal on Johnny Manziel, JJ Watt, and the Daytona 500 (29:30). Email us with your...

  36. Britney Spears & Justin Timberlake V-Day Special!

    Patrick and Sam spiel about 'Palmer' on Apple TV + (9:15) and Hulu’s ‘The New York Times Presents: Framing Britney Spears’ (16:40). Later they deal on Taylor Heinecke, the PGA allowing range finders and baseball deadening the ball (27:15). Email us with your takes and feedback at:...

  37. 'Malcolm & Marie' & The GOAT

    Patrick and Sam deal on Tampa Bay defeating Kansas City and Tom Brady capturing his seventh Super Bowl title. Later, they spiel about the new Netflix film 'Malcolm & Marie' (28:00). Email us with your takes and feedback at: [email protected] Or leave a voice message at:...

  38. Super Bowl Preview and Prop Bets. Plus, Catching up with 'Wandavision'

    Patrick and Sam spiel about the Golden Globes (6:55) and catch up with 'Wandavision' (12:25). Later they preview the Super Bowl and their favorite prop bets (23:00). Email us with your takes and feedback at: [email protected] Or leave a voice message at:...

  39. 'The Little Things' and 'The Dig'. Plus, Stafford-Goff trade.

    Patrick and Sam spiel about the return of the Mighty Ducks (4:00), Netflix’s ‘The Dig’ (9:45), and HBOMAX’s ‘The Little Things’ (13:20). Later they deal on Matthew Stafford being traded to the Los Angeles Rams (24:45). Email us with your takes and feedback at: [email protected] Or…

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  40. FREE ARMIE HAMMER. Plus, 'News of the World', 'In & of Itself' and NBA MVP.

    Patrick and Sam spiel about Armie Hammer’s recent troubles (2:20), HBOMAX developing new Harry Potter and Game of Thrones series (7:45), ’News of the World’ starring Tom Hanks (12:55), and ‘In & of Itself’ a magic special from Derek DelGaudio (18:45). Later they deal on Deshaun Watson trade...

  41. The Super Bowl is set. Plus 'The White Tiger'

    Patrick and Sam spiel about Netflix's 'White Tiger' (2:40). Later they deal on Conor McGregor's loss (10:35) and the NFL conference championship games (14:40). Email us with your takes and feedback at: [email protected] Or leave a voice message at:...

  42. 'Locked Down' with 'Lupin'.

    Patrick and Sam spiel about 'The Bachelor', Netflix's 'Lupin' (5:25), and HBO MAX's 'Locked Down' (11:00). Later, they deal on the passing of Hank Aaron (18:20) and the new Eagles coach (24:40). Email us with your takes and feedback at: [email protected] Or leave a voice message at:...

  43. 'One Night in Miami' and the NFL playoffs

    Patrick and Sam spiel about the inauguration coverage, ’Tiger’ on HBO (4:05), and Amazon’s ‘One Night in Miami’ (11:15). Later, they deal on the NFL Playoffs (20:30) and Philip Rivers retiring (29:50). Email us with your takes and feedback at: [email protected] Or leave a voice message...

  44. Houston, we have problems. Plus, 'Wandavision' episodes 1 &2.

    Patrick and Sam spiel about episodes 1 and 2 of ‘Wandavision’ on Disney + (3:35). Later, they are joined by Cody Brough to deal on James Harden (16:55), the Ohio State Buckeyes (25:50), the Cleveland Browns and the NFL playoffs (28:05), Urban Meyer coaching the Jaguars (32:20), and the Houston...

  45. Ken Jennings is in. Doug Pederson is out. Plus 'The Social Dilemma' and 'The Wilds'.

    Patrick and Sam spiel about Ken Jennings hosting ‘Jeopardy!’ (2:10), Netflix’s documentary-drama hybrid ‘The Social Dilemma’ (6:15), and Amazon’s ‘The Wilds’ (13:45). Later, they deal on the college football title game (23:45), the NFL playoff (27:40), and the Eagles firing Doug Pederson (32:00)....

  46. CBS All Access takes 'The Stand' and the Eagles Tank

    Patrick and Sam are joined by Ally and Kevin Peterson to spiel about the latest Stephen King adaptation, 'The Stand' on CBS All Access (3:40). Later they deal on the Denver Broncos, the tanking Eagles, and the NFL playoffs (26:45). Email us with your takes and feedback at:...

  47. BURNING FOR BRIDGERTON!

    Patrick and Sam are joined by writer-producer Ashley Hall to spiel about Shonda Rhimes's steamy Netflix debut: 'Bridgerton' (1:45). Later they deal on the college football playoff and the NFL's recent COVID struggles (28:40). You can follow Ashley Hall on Instagram (ash_hall13) and find out more...

  48. The Best Entertainment of 2020

    Patrick and Sam reveal their picks for the best entertainment of 2020 among TV, film, music, podcasts, video games and social media. Email us at: [email protected] Or leave a voice message at: https://www.speakpipe.com/spielinganddealing This episode is sponsored by ‘Out of Regs’....

  49. 'Soul', 'Wonder Woman 1984' and 'Happiest Season'

    Patrick and Sam spiel about Disney-Pixar’s ‘Soul’(1:20), ‘Wonder Woman 1984’ (10:08), and Hulu’s ‘Happiest Season’ (32:00). Email us with your takes or your favorite entertainment of 2020 picks at: [email protected] Or leave a voice message at:...

  50. 'The Midnight Sky' & The NBA tips off

    Patrick and Sam spiel about the new Netflix film ‘The Midnight Sky’ starring and directed by George Clooney. Then they deal on NBA opening night (24:15) and the Bengals upset of the Steelers on Monday Night Football (28:13). Email us with your takes or your favorite entertainment of 2020 picks…

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