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This week on The Wasteland Watchlist, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by Griff Montferrante of The Movie Club for a deep dive into one of the greatest classic Hollywood westerns ever made — Red River (1948), directed by Howard Hawks and starring John Wayne and Montgomery Clift!🎬 Film Discussed:Red River (1948) — directed by Howard HawksStarring John Wayne & Montgomery CliftGenre: Classic Western / Golden Age Hollywood / Epic AdventureWidely considered one of the greatest western films ever madeThe Wasteland Watchlist is a film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest randomly select from his ever-growing watchlist for discussion — spanning classic Hollywood, cult westerns, and world cinema across every era.Shane Conto — film critic, writer & YouTuber: 🌐 Website | ▶️ YouTube | 📸 Instagram | 🎵 TikTok | 🎥 LetterboxdAlso hosts Wasteland Retrospective, Streaming Wasteland, Cinematic Wasteland, Wasteland Vintage Roadshow, and Ruthless Obsession on the SPDM Crew network.🎙️ Subscribe to The Wasteland Watchlist podcast feedWant to help Shane clear his watchlist or join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.com🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on Mix CD, host Mike Hilty marks Independence Day in the US with a look at the complicated feelings about what it's like to live in America right now.🎵 This Episode:Why living in America today is so complicatedGoing through the stages of griefProcessing anger and lossWhere do we go from here🎧 List to the This is America Part 1 Mix CD playlistMike Hilty — TV, film & music enthusiast and SPDM Crew podcaster: 📸 Instagram | 📺 Serializd | 🎥 Letterboxd | ✍️ SiftPopAlso hosts Family Movie Night, Sportsball, SPDM TV, and Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds on the SPDM Crew network.🎙️ Subscribe to the Mix CD podcast feedWant to be a guest on Mix CD or join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.com🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

In this episode, Chris Bakker (chrisbatkinson on Letterboxd), Shane (wastelandshane on Letterboxd) and I (⁠inMoviesLost⁠ on Letterboxd) discuss WNBA, Obsession breaking all kinds of records and then they talk about best character/creature design!I am a seasoned movie lover, who can talk about films for hours. I am also a contributor on SiftPop (⁠https://www.siftpop.com/?s=luke+burian⁠) and appear on ⁠The Wasteland Retrospective⁠, ⁠The Cinematic Wasteland⁠ and SiftPop Writers' Room podcasts and a couple of other podcasts infrequently.Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and YouTuber! All his online presence can be found here https://linktr.ee/WastelandReviewer. Check out his other pxodcasts, Wasteland Watchlist, Streaming Wasteland, The Cinematic Wasteland, The Wasteland Retrospective and The Wasteland Vintage Roadshow, on the SPDM Crew of Podcasts!Shout out to Kristofer Twadell for the awesome theme music!

Episode Description:This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by Jess Conto for a double dose of one of sci-fi horror's most iconic stories — two film adaptations of Jack Finney's classic novel The Body Snatchers:🎬 Films Discussed:Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978) — directed by Philip Kaufman, starring Donald SutherlandInvasion of the Body Snatchers (1956) — directed by Don SiegelThe Wasteland Retrospective is a weekly film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest each pick a related film to discuss together — spanning cult classics, horror cinema, and hidden gems across every era of filmmaking.Shane Conto — film critic, writer & YouTuber: 🌐 Website | ▶️ YouTube | 📸 Instagram | 🎥 LetterboxdAlso hosts Wasteland Watchlist, Wasteland Spotlight, and The Cinematic Wasteland on the SPDM Crew network.🎙️ Subscribe to The Wasteland Retrospective podcast feedHave a film pairing suggestion or want to join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on The Wasteland Watchlist, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by film blogger and SPDM Crew podcaster Luke Burian to dive deep into the classic Disney live-action adventure 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea (1954) — based on Jules Verne's legendary novel and starring Kirk Douglas and James Mason!🎬 Film Discussed:20,000 Leagues Under the Sea (1954) — directed by Richard FleischerStarring Kirk Douglas, James Mason, and Peter LorreGenre: Classic Disney / Adventure / Sci-Fi / Jules Verne AdaptationShane Conto — film critic, writer & YouTuber: 🌐 Website | ▶️ YouTube | 📸 Instagram | 🎥 LetterboxdAlso hosts Wasteland Retrospective, Wasteland Spotlight, and Cinematic Wasteland on the SPDM Crew network.Luke Burian — film writer, blogger & podcaster: 🌐 Lost in Movies | ✍️ SiftPop | 🎙️ Flix and Chill | 🎙️ The Cinematic Wasteland | 🎙️ SiftPop Writers' Room 🎙️ Subscribe to The Wasteland Watchlist podcast feedWant to help Shane clear his watchlist or join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on Mix CD, host Mike Hilty is joined by Heath Lynch of the Franchise Paradiso podcast to finish their series on the best Academy Award Best Original Song nominees that never won — the snubbed songs that didn't win the Oscar but won their hearts!Yes, I understand that I released this at a weird time.....📖 Check out Heath's ongoing SiftPop series: Oscars What IfHeath Lynch — film fan, writer, and podcaster:🎙️ Franchise Paradiso Podcast | 🎥 LetterboxdMike Hilty — TV, film, and music enthusiast and SPDM Crew podcaster:📸 Instagram | 📺 Serializd | 🎥 Letterboxd🎙️ Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds🎙️ Subscribe to the Mix CD podcast feedWant to be a guest on Mix CD or join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | Bluesky🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

Welcome to Episode 96 of the Comix Corner Podcast with B-Lar and Danny P! This week, the guys talk about people in Hollywood writing comics, plus all the usual pulls & new releases📦 This Week's Topics:Who in Hollywood created and writes comic books?What we're currently reading and enjoyingUpcoming comics we're excited aboutFOC (Final Order Cutoff) reportNew #1 issues out today — June 24th🏪 Comix Corner — Your Local Comic ShopTwo Michigan locations: Fraser, MI and Rochester Hills, MICan't make it in? They ship anywhere in the US and offer a comic book subscription club! Follow on Facebook for store news and events.🛠️ Brought to you by the CLZ App — the ultimate tool for organizing your comic collection!Connect with the Hosts:B-Lar — Facebook | Instagram Danny P — Facebook📲 Follow the Comix Corner Podcast: Facebook | X | Instagram🎙️ Subscribe to the Comix Corner podcast feedHave a comic book recommendation, topic, or collab idea? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedInLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!READ WELL, EVERYBODY! 📚

This week on Screen Time with KerbRider, host Adam Ritchie sits down with the Wasteland Reviewer, Shane Conto:🎬 Topics Covered:The four films that made Shane fall in love with movies — a personal origin story every film fan will relate toScreen Time with KerbRider is your home for conversations about movies, TV, video games, and physical media — everything screen-related, all in one podcast.Adam Ritchie is the host of Screen Time with KerbRider and co-host of The Super Fun Happy Horror Hour and The Cinematic Wasteland — all part of the SPDM Crew podcast network. Follow his work here:📸 Instagram🎥 LetterboxdShane Conto — film critic, writer & YouTuber: 🌐 Website | ▶️ YouTube | 📸 Instagram | 🎥 LetterboxdAlso hosts Wasteland Retrospective, Wasteland Watchlist, Cinematic Wasteland, and Wasteland Spotlight on the SPDM Crew network.📲 Follow Screen Time with KerbRider on Instagram🎙️ Subscribe to the Screen Time with KerbRider podcast feedWant to talk screen favorites with Adam or interested in joining the SPDM Crew? Email us at [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | Bluesky Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on SPDM TV, Mike Hilty shares his favorite TV shows that were inspired by movies🎬 Just Started:House of the Dragon Season 3🎬 Other topicTV shows that were inspired by movies, from animated classics like The Real Ghostbusters to modern classics like Westworld and FargoMike Hilty is a TV and film enthusiast and fellow SPDM Crew podcaster. Connect with him here:📸 Instagram📺 Serializd🎥 Letterboxd✍️ Articles on SiftPopMike also hosts and co-hosts several podcasts in the SPDM Crew family — Family Movie Night, Sportsball, and Mix CD — plus the pop culture podcast Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds.🎙️ Subscribe to the SPDM TV podcast feedHave a TV show or topic you want Mike to cover, or want to join the SPDM Crew? Email us at [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.com🎵 Theme music by Evan Peters | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeEnjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on Sportsball, Mike Hilty talks about the NBA Draft and the NBA Offseason🏀 Topics Covered:NBA Finals Recap:1st round NBA Draft teams that need to make a splashHear Mike's live thoughts as news broke of the Giannis trade to MiamiTeams that didn't have a first-round pick and what they need to do this offseasonMike Hilty is a sports, TV, and film enthusiast and fellow SPDM Crew podcaster. Find him here:📸 Instagram📺 Serializd🎥 Letterboxd✍️ Articles on SiftPopMike also hosts and co-hosts several podcasts in the SPDM Crew family — Mix CD, SPDM TV, and Family Movie Night — plus the pop culture podcast Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds.🎙️ Subscribe to the Sportsball podcast feedHave a sport or team you want to talk about, or want to be on the SPDM Crew? Email us at [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.com🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeEnjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

Welcome to the rock history class you actually want to take!In this installment, Mike and Michael journey from the heavy, atmosphere-drenched depths of the modern global metal underground to the complex, boundary-pushing realms of contemporary progressive metal and the soul-stirring, legendary heights of late-1960s classic rock.We kick things off with The Art of Discovery, our mission to find your next musical obsession. Here’s what we have for you this time:· Asura Falls · Förderstatus Lärmen · Unreqvited Next, we dive into our main topic: Periphery’s brand new record, A Pale White Dot. We explore how the progressive metal pioneers have once again pushed the envelope, blending staggering technical precision with deeply atmospheric, crushing sonic soundscapes. We break down the album's intricate rhythms, soaring melodic hooks, and the sheer evolution of their signature sound. Plus, we want to give a massive shoutout to Reddit users u/Dangerous_Recipe5823 and u/BartHarleyJarvis00 for their terrific recaps of the A Pale White Dot listening parties they attended! Your incredible, boots-on-the-ground insights added a fantastic layer to today's breakdown!Finally, we head into Michael’s Journey to discuss the monumental 1968 classic, "With a Little Help from My Friends" by Joe Cocker. We uncover how Cocker completely transformed the Beatles' lighthearted tune into a raw, emotionally charged tour de force of blues-rock history. (00:00:00) - Intro/What Have You Been Listening to this Week?(00:21:44) - The Art of Discovery(00:22:12) - Asura Falls "Eyes Wide Open"(00:26:46) - Förderstatus Lärmen "The Overload"(00:31:40) - Unreqvited "Void Essence/Frozen Tears"(00:42:07) - Main Topic: Breaking Down Periphery's 2026 release, "A Pale White Dot"(01:31:47) - Question for the Audience(01:31:57) - Can't Wait(01:33:24) - Michael's Journey: Discussing Joe Cocker's "With a Little Help From My Friends"(01:39:14) - On the Next Episode(01:39:52) - Contact Info/Outro THE ART OF DISCOVERY:· Asura Falls – “Eyes Wide Open”· Förderstatus Lärmen – “The Overload”· Unreqvited – “Void Essence/Frozen Tears” (From the album “A Pathway to the Moon”)CONNECT WITH & SUPPORT USConnect With Us & Follow the Show: [https://tinyurl.com/yt48wp3z]We are part of the SPDM Crew Network!Leave a 5-star review on Apple/Spotify!Want to be featured on The Art of Discovery? Send us a message!Recorded on 05/31/2026

This week on Family Movie Night, Mike Hilty reviews Despicable Me (2015) — the spin-off in the Despicable Me franchise that shows the Minions traveling to London🎬 Film Discussed:Minions (2015) Studio: Illumination Entertainment (formerly Illumination Animation)Can a change of scenery and time really make a difference?Mike Hilty is a TV and film enthusiast and fellow SPDM Crew podcaster. Find him here:📸 Instagram📺 Serializd🎥 Letterboxd✍️ Articles on SiftPopMike also hosts and co-hosts several podcasts in the SPDM Crew family — Mix CD, SPDM TV, and Sportsball — plus the pop culture podcast Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds.🎬 Check out the Family Movie Night Letterboxd list 🎙️ Subscribe to the Family Movie Night podcast feedHave a family movie recommendation or want to join the SPDM Crew? Email us at [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer Creative StudiosEnjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on The Wasteland Watchlist, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by podcaster and Movie Smash Podcast host Chris Roberts to discuss the landmark animated adaptation of George Orwell's classic political allegory — Animal Farm (1954)!The Wasteland Watchlist is a film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest randomly select from his ever-growing watchlist for discussionShane Conto — film critic, writer & YouTuber:🌐 Website | ▶️ YouTube | 📸 Instagram | 🎥 LetterboxdAlso hosts Wasteland Retrospective, Cinematic Wasteland, and Wasteland Spotlight on the SPDM Crew network.Chris Roberts — podcaster, host & founder of Off Panel Creations:🎙️ Movie Smash Podcast🌐 Off Panel Creations📘 Facebook | 📸 Instagram🎙️ Subscribe to The Wasteland Watchlist podcast feedWant to help Shane clear his watchlist or join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🌐 🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on Mix CD, hosts Mike Hilty and Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) continue their emotional playlist series their personal rage room playlists! Shane Conto — film critic, writer, YouTuber & music enthusiast:🌐 Website | ▶️ YouTube | 📸 Instagram | 🎥 LetterboxdAlso hosts Wasteland Retrospective, Wasteland Watchlist, Cinematic Wasteland, and Wasteland Spotlight on the SPDM Crew network.Mike Hilty — TV, film & music enthusiast and SPDM Crew podcaster:📸 Instagram | 📺 Serializd | 🎥 Letterboxd | ✍️ SiftPopAlso hosts Family Movie Night, Sportsball, SPDM TV, and Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds🎙️ Subscribe to the Mix CD podcast feedWant to be a guest on Mix CD or join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on Flix and Chill, hosts Luke Burian, Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer), and Adam Ritchie (KerbRider) get together to dig into the The Odyssey controversy, the latest in alien and extraterrestrial news, and everything you need to know about physical media collecting in 2025!🎬 Topics Covered:The Odyssey — what's the controversy and where do we land?Aliens and extraterrestrial topics — the latest news and discussionPhysical media collecting — why Blu-ray, 4K UHD, and disc collecting still matter in a streaming worldLuke Burian — film lover, writer & podcaster:🎥 Letterboxd – inMoviesLost✍️ SiftPop🎙️ The Wasteland Retrospective | The Cinematic Wasteland Shane Conto — film critic, writer & YouTuber:🌿 Linktree – The Wasteland Reviewer🎥 Letterboxd – wastelandshaneAlso hosts Wasteland Watchlist, Streaming Wasteland, The Cinematic Wasteland, The Wasteland Retrospective, and The Wasteland Vintage Roadshow on the SPDM Crew network.Adam Ritchie (KerbRider) — film lover & podcaster:🎥 Letterboxd – kerbrider🎙️ Subscribe to the Flix and Chill podcast feed🎵 Theme music by Kristofer TwadellLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

Tara, Zay, Bree, and David give their panel at Westmoot 2026. After which see how we put everything together. Grab a drink and enjoy. Almien!About the host:Tara Jo Nee is an avid Tolkien enthusiast sharing their love of Middle-earth with the world. 🌿 Linktree – More Tolkien ContentConnect with the Guests:Zay (The Blerdy Dad) — LinktreeBree - InstagramDavid - https://linktr.ee/davidthengoldo🎙️ Subscribe to the Tolkien on Tap podcast feed on Spotify🎨 Logo by Alida Mau — follow her work: Instagram | Threads | BlueskyEnjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by Jess Conto for a double dose of beloved Jim Henson Company fantasy classics:🎬 Films Discussed:The Dark Crystal (1982) — Jim Henson & Frank Oz's groundbreaking dark fantasy puppet filmLabyrinth (1986) — the iconic David Bowie fantasy adventure produced by Jim HensonIf you love 80s fantasy films, Jim Henson, practical effects, David Bowie, or classic cult movies — this is essential listening!The Wasteland Retrospective is a weekly film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest each pick a related film to discuss together — spanning cult classics, fantasy cinema, and hidden gems across every era of filmmaking.Shane Conto — film critic, writer & YouTuber:🌐 Website | ▶️ YouTube | 📸 Instagram | 🎵 TikTok | 🎥 LetterboxdAlso hosts Wasteland Watchlist, Wasteland Spotlight, and The Cinematic Wasteland — all part of the SPDM Crew podcast network.🎙️ Subscribe to The Wasteland Retrospective podcast feedHave a film pairing suggestion or want to join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.com🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

Welcome to Episode 93 of the Comix Corner Podcast with B-Lar and Danny P! This week, the guys talk with Doug Wargner, plus all the usual pulls & new releases📦 This Week's Topics:Doug Wagner — writer of Plastic, Beware the Eye of Odin, & The Hard Place. Currently writing Cyberpunk 2077 Chrome and NarcoWhat we're currently reading and enjoyingUpcoming comics we're excited aboutFOC (Final Order Cutoff) reportNew #1 issues out today — June 3rd🏪 Comix Corner — Your Local Comic ShopTwo Michigan locations: Fraser, MI and Rochester Hills, MICan't make it in? They ship anywhere in the US and offer a comic book subscription club! Follow on Facebook for store news and events.🛠️ Brought to you by the CLZ App — the ultimate tool for organizing your comic collection!Connect with the Hosts:B-Lar — Facebook | Instagram Danny P — Facebook📲 Follow the Comix Corner Podcast: Facebook | X | Instagram🎙️ Subscribe to the Comix Corner podcast feedHave a comic book recommendation, topic, or collab idea? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedInLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!READ WELL, EVERYBODY! 📚

The Cinematic Wasteland is where our passion for film leads you through cinema's history. This episode focuses on the year 1940:Film History Lesson for 1940Box Office Breakdown for 1940 Breakdown of The 13th Academy Awards The Cinematic Wasteland Award for Best Picture, 1940 1940 WatchlistDiscussion of the classic fantasy/adventure, The Thief of Bagdad (1940).Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and YouTuber! Check out his ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , his YouTube page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, The Wasteland Reviewer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and follow him on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Check out his other podcasts, Wasteland Retrospective, Wasteland Watchlist, and the Wasteland Spotlight on the SPDM Crew!Luke is a seasoned movie lover with my movie blog, Lost In Movies (⁠⁠⁠lostinmovies.co.uk). I am also a contributor on SiftPop and appear on the ⁠⁠⁠SiftPop Writers' Room⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠The Wasteland Retrospective⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠The Cinematic Wasteland⁠⁠⁠ podcasts.Adam Ritchie is the host of Screen Time with KerbRider podcast here on the SPDM Crew. Check out Adam's thoughts on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and check out his ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for movie updates! ⁠Subscribe to The Cinematic Wasteland individual feed⁠If you're you're interested in being part of the SPDM Crew, send us an email at [email protected]. Follow SPDM Crew on ⁠Instagram⁠, ⁠X⁠, Facebook, YouTube, and Blue Sky. Check out our website www.spdmcrew,com!Leave us a review and rate us 5 stars on your listening app of choice!

This week on Sportsball, Mike Hilty breaks down some of the numbers that work in favor of both teams in the NBA Finals: the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs🏀 Topics Covered:NBA Finals PreviewNBA Season Recap for both teams, head-to-head and historical contextWho's got the edge on offense, defense, coaching, the bench, and x-factorsMike predicts who will win the 2025=2026 NBA ChampionshipMike Hilty is a sports, TV, and film enthusiast and fellow SPDM Crew podcaster. Find him here:📸 Instagram📺 Serializd🎥 Letterboxd✍️ Articles on SiftPopMike also hosts and co-hosts several podcasts in the SPDM Crew family — Mix CD, SPDM TV, and Family Movie Night — plus the pop culture podcast Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds.🎙️ Subscribe to the Sportsball podcast feedHave a sport or team you want to talk about, or want to be on the SPDM Crew? Email us at [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.com🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeEnjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on SPDM TV, Mike Hilty shares his spoiler-filled reactions to the latest episodes of some of the hottest shows on TV right now — including Hacks, The Bouroughs, and more!⚠️ Spoiler Warning — specific episode discussions ahead!🎬✅ Just Finished:Euphoria Season 3Hacks Season 5🎬 Just Started:Maul: Shadow Lord Season 1, Episodes 1-4Spider-Man Noir Season 1, Episodes 1-2Rivals Season 1, Episodes 1-2The Bouroughs Season 1, Episodes 1-2Mike Hilty is a TV and film enthusiast and fellow SPDM Crew podcaster. Connect with him here:📸 Instagram📺 Serializd🎥 Letterboxd✍️ Articles on SiftPopMike also hosts and co-hosts several podcasts in the SPDM Crew family — Family Movie Night, Sportsball, and Mix CD — plus the pop culture podcast Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds.🎙️ Subscribe to the SPDM TV podcast feedHave a TV show or topic you want Mike to cover, or want to join the SPDM Crew? Email us at [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.com🎵 Theme music by Evan Peters | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeEnjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on the BTB Movie Club podcast, Mike Whildin picks Jurassic Park (1993) for the group to watch and discuss — Steven Spielberg's groundbreaking sci-fi adventure that changed blockbuster filmmaking forever. Life finds a way, and so does a great movie pick!BTB Movie Club is a weekly movie podcast where Tim Larsen and friends — Ryan Malo, Dan Sears, Brian Larsen, Matt Smith, Mike Whildin, Aaron Lashbrook, and Mike Hilty — gather every Sunday night to review a movie they've each watched during the week. With nearly 200 films reviewed since 2020, there's something for every kind of movie fan.🎬 Film Discussed:Jurassic Park (1993) — directed by Steven SpielbergPicked by Mike WhildinGenre: Sci-Fi / Adventure / ThrillerOne of the highest-grossing and most beloved blockbusters in cinema history🎥 Follow the group's Letterboxd — nearly 200 films and counting! 🎙️ Subscribe to the BTB Movie Club podcast feedBTB Movie Club is part of the SPDM Crew podcast network. Have a movie suggestion or question? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | Bluesky 🎵 Theme music by The Bare Hambones | Logo by Nikki LarsenLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on Family Movie Night, Mike Hilty reviews Despicable Me (2013) — the animated comedy sequel that continued the adventures of Gru, Margo, Agnes, Edith, and of course, the Minions🎬 Film Discussed:Despicable Me 2 (2013) — directed by Pierre Coffin & Chris RenaudStudio: Illumination Entertainment (formerly Illumination Animation)Can Villains become heroes?Is there a way to actually use the Minions with purpose?Mike Hilty is a TV and film enthusiast and fellow SPDM Crew podcaster. Find him here:📸 Instagram📺 Serializd🎥 Letterboxd✍️ Articles on SiftPopMike also hosts and co-hosts several podcasts in the SPDM Crew family — Mix CD, SPDM TV, and Sportsball — plus the pop culture podcast Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds.🎬 Check out the Family Movie Night Letterboxd list 🎙️ Subscribe to the Family Movie Night podcast feedHave a family movie recommendation or want to join the SPDM Crew? Email us at [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer Creative StudiosEnjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on The Wasteland Watchlist, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by actor and writer Susan-Kate Heaney for a deep dive into the classic French New Wave musical romance The Umbrellas of Cherbourg (1964), directed by Jacques Demy. If you love foreign language cinema, French film, or classic musical romance movies — this one's for you!🎬 Film Discussed:The Umbrellas of Cherbourg (1964) — directed by Jacques DemyGenre: French New Wave / Musical / Romance / Classic World CinemaStarring Catherine Deneuve in one of her most iconic early rolesThe Wasteland Watchlist is a film podcast where Shane Conto randomly selects from his ever-growing watchlist and dives into discussion — solo or with a guest — spanning cult classics, arthouse cinema, and world film across every era.Shane Conto — film critic, writer, and YouTuber:🌐 Website | ▶️ YouTube | 📸 Instagram | 🎥 LetterboxdAlso hosts Wasteland Retrospective, Wasteland Spotlight, The Cinematic Wasteland, and Wasteland Vintage Roadshow on the SPDM Crew network.Susan-Kate Heaney — actor and writer:📸 Instagram | 🎬 IMDb🎙️ Subscribe to The Wasteland Watchlist podcast feedWant to help Shane clear his watchlist or join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on Mix CD, host Mike Hilty is joined by Heath Lynch of the Franchise Paradiso podcast to kick off their series on the best Academy Award Best Original Song nominees that never won — the snubbed songs that didn't win the Oscar but won their hearts!If you love Oscar history, movie soundtracks, film music, or debating the Academy's biggest snubs — this episode is essential listening!📖 Check out Heath's ongoing SiftPop series: Oscars What IfHeath Lynch — film fan, writer, and podcaster:🎙️ Franchise Paradiso Podcast | 🎥 LetterboxdMike Hilty — TV, film, and music enthusiast and SPDM Crew podcaster:📸 Instagram | 📺 Serializd | 🎥 Letterboxd🎙️ Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds 🎙️ Subscribe to the Mix CD podcast feedWant to be a guest on Mix CD or join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | Bluesky 🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on Movie Ticket Stub, host Mike Hilty sits down with Heath Lynch — co-host of Franchise Paradiso🎬 Topics Covered:The theater-going experience — what makes seeing a movie in cinemas irreplaceableMidnight movies — why late-night screenings were a cornerstone of cinema history and cult film cultureThe death of the comedy film — what happened to big-screen comedies and why we need them backHeath Lynch — film fan, writer, and podcaster:✍️ SiftPop🎙️ Franchise Paradiso Podcast🎥 LetterboxdMike Hilty — TV and film enthusiast and SPDM Crew podcaster:📸 Instagram | 📺 Serializd | 🎥 LetterboxdAlso hosts Family Movie Night, Sportsball, SPDM TV, Mix CD, and Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds.🎙️ Subscribe to the Movie Ticket Stub podcast feedHave a theater memory or question? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | BlueskyLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by writer, reviewer, and filmmaker Jeff Alan for a deep dive into two of the most mind-bending, emotionally complex works of writer-director Charlie Kaufman:🎬 Films Discussed:Anomalisa (2015) Synecdoche, New York (2008) If you're a fan of existential cinema, surrealist film, arthouse movies, or the singular creative vision of Charlie Kaufman — this is essential listening.The Wasteland Retrospective is a weekly film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest each pick a related film to discuss together — spanning cult classics, arthouse cinema, and hidden gems across every era of filmmaking.Shane Conto is a decorated film critic, writer, and YouTuber. Follow his work here:🌐 Website▶️ YouTube – The Wasteland Reviewer📸 Instagram🎥 LetterboxdShane also hosts Wasteland Watchlist, Wasteland Spotlight, The Cinematic Wasteland, The Wasteland Vintage Roadshow, and Ruthless Obsession — all part of the SPDM Crew podcast network.Jeff Alan is a photographer, filmmaker, video creator, and film and TV reviewer. Find his work here:🌐 Portfolio & ContactNeed photography or videography? Jeff is available for hire — check out his portfolio above!🎙️ Subscribe to The Wasteland Retrospective podcast feedHave a film pairing suggestion for Shane and his guest, or want to join the SPDM Crew? Email us at [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeEnjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

Welcome to Episode 92 of the Comix Corner Podcast with B-Lar and Danny P! This week the guys tackle one of the hottest topics in comics and pop culture — the fall of the MCU — plus all the usual pulls, new releases, and comic shop talk for May 27th!📦 This Week's Topics:The Fall of the MCU — where does Marvel go from here?What we're currently reading and enjoyingUpcoming comics we're excited aboutFOC (Final Order Cutoff) reportNew #1 issues out today — May 27th🏪 Comix Corner — Your Local Comic ShopTwo Michigan locations: Fraser, MI and Rochester Hills, MICan't make it in? They ship anywhere in the US and offer a comic book subscription club! Follow on Facebook for store news and events.🛠️ Brought to you by the CLZ App — the ultimate tool for organizing your comic collection!Connect with the Hosts:B-Lar — Facebook | Instagram Danny P — Facebook📲 Follow the Comix Corner Podcast: Facebook | X | Instagram🎙️ Subscribe to the Comix Corner podcast feedHave a comic book recommendation, topic, or collab idea? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedIn Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!READ WELL, EVERYBODY! 📚

This week on Popcorn & Perspective, Chantal and Chris break down every flawless victory and fatality in Mortal Kombat 2 (2026) — the highly anticipated sequel to the 2021 reboot. Is it a flawless victory or does it fatality itself? The verdict is in!🎬 Film Discussed:Mortal Kombat 2 (2026)The sequel to Mortal Kombat (2021)Based on the iconic Mortal Kombat video game franchiseGenre: Action / Fantasy / Martial ArtsPopcorn & Perspective is your go-to podcast for honest, entertaining takes on the latest movies, TV shows, and pop culture — from blockbuster action films to indie gems and everything in between.Chantal is a cinephile and film writer. Find her here:🐦 X📸 Instagram🎥 Letterboxd✍️ SiftPopChris (The Hazel Eyed Movie Guy) is an avid film lover. Find him here:🎵 TikTok🐦 X🎥 Letterboxd🎙️ Subscribe to the Popcorn & Perspective podcast feedWant to be a guest or have a movie, TV, or pop culture question for Chantal and Chris? Reach out at: 📧 [email protected] 📧 [email protected] to collaborate or join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.comEnjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on Screen Time with KerbRider, host Adam Ritchie sits down with Tim Yonsy to talk physical media collecting and the four films that made Tim fall in love with movies. Whether you're a Blu-ray devotee, a 4K collector, or just someone who remembers the exact movie that changed everything — this one's for you.⚠️ Formerly KerbSide Collections — now rebranded as Screen Time with KerbRider!🎬 Topics Covered:Physical media collecting — Tim's collection, his approach, and what keeps him buying discs in a streaming worldThe four films that made Tim fall in love with movies — a personal origin story every film fan will relate toThe culture and community around Blu-ray, 4K UHD, and physical media collectingScreen Time with KerbRider is your home for conversations about movies, TV, video games, and physical media — everything screen-related, all in one podcast.Adam Ritchie is the host of Screen Time with KerbRider and co-host of The Super Fun Happy Horror Hour and The Cinematic Wasteland — all part of the SPDM Crew podcast network. Follow his work here:📸 Instagram🎥 LetterboxdTim Yonsy — find him here:📸 Instagram & Letterboxd📲 Follow Screen Time with KerbRider on Instagram🎙️ Subscribe to the Screen Time with KerbRider podcast feedWant to talk screen favorites with Adam or interested in joining the SPDM Crew? Email us at [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.comEnjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on Sportsball, Mike Hilty breaks down two of the biggest stories in the 2025 NBA Playoffs — the New York Knicks reaching the NBA Finals and an epic Western Conference Finals showdown between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the San Antonio Spurs!🏀 Topics Covered:New York Knicks — NBA Finals Bound!How did the Knicks make it to the NBA Finals?What does their path look like to win a championship?What adjustments can the Knicks make to compete and take the series?Western Conference Finals: OKC Thunder vs. San Antonio SpursA breakdown of one of the most exciting Western Conference Finals matchups in recent memoryWho has the edge going forward — the young guns of the Oklahoma City Thunder or the rising San Antonio Spurs?Key players, matchups, and momentum heading into the next roundMike Hilty is a sports, TV, and film enthusiast and fellow SPDM Crew podcaster. Find him here:📸 Instagram📺 Serializd🎥 Letterboxd✍️ Articles on SiftPopMike also hosts and co-hosts several podcasts in the SPDM Crew family — Mix CD, SPDM TV, and Family Movie Night — plus the pop culture podcast Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds.🎙️ Subscribe to the Sportsball podcast feedHave a sport or team you want to talk about, or want to be on the SPDM Crew? Email us at [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.com🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeEnjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on SPDM TV, Mike Hilty shares his spoiler-filled reactions to the latest episodes of some of the hottest shows on TV right now — including Euphoria, Margo's Got Money Troubles, and more!⚠️ Spoiler Warning — specific episode discussions ahead!🎬 Currently Watching:Your Friends and Neighbors Season 2, Episodes 8Euphoria Season 3, Episodes 6-7Hacks Season 5, Episodes 9✅ Just Finished:The Boys Season 5Good Omens Season 3Margo's Got Money Troubles Season 1Mike Hilty is a TV and film enthusiast and fellow SPDM Crew podcaster. Connect with him here:📸 Instagram📺 Serializd🎥 Letterboxd✍️ Articles on SiftPopMike also hosts and co-hosts several podcasts in the SPDM Crew family — Family Movie Night, Sportsball, and Mix CD — plus the pop culture podcast Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds.🎙️ Subscribe to the SPDM TV podcast feedHave a TV show or topic you want Mike to cover, or want to join the SPDM Crew? Email us at [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.com🎵 Theme music by Evan Peters | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeEnjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

Welcome to the rock history class you actually want to take! In this installment, Mike and Michael journey from the technical, precision-engineered depths of the global underground to the revolutionary chugging riffs of 1980s thrash and the neon-soaked, soulful pop of the early 90s. We kick things off with The Art of Discovery, our mission to find your next musical obsession. Here’s what we have for you this time:inner:i (Greece)Spillflower feat. Failed Star (Germany)panicwaves (Germany)Next, we dive into our main topic: Metallica’s 1986 masterpiece, Master of Puppets. We explore what is widely considered Cliff Burton’s magnum opus—an album where technical brilliance meets raw thrash intensity. From the high-speed assault of "Battery" to the unsettling, Bach-inspired reversed intro of "Damage, Inc.," we trace how Metallica refined their sound to create a legendary blueprint for heavy metal. Finally, we head into Michael’s Journey to discuss the 1990 pop-rock classic, "King of Wishful Thinking" by Go West. We uncover the emotional contrast within this Pretty Woman soundtrack anthem: how Peter Cox uses his incredible vocal range to paint a picture of heartbreak and fake it till you make it resilience. We look at the sophisticated arrangements, from the church choir backing vocals to the bright, nostalgic brass section, and why this track remains a perfect encapsulation of early 90s optimism. Press play to join the journey from the complex, gut-punching riffs of modern prog-metal to the infectious, soulful heights of 90s pop-rock!(00:00:00) - Intro/What Have You Been Listening to this Week?(00:15:16) - The Art of Discovery(00:15:42) - inner:i "Yellow Days"(00:21:56) - Spillflower (ft. Failed Star) "Hollow Shell"(00:26:16) - panicwaves "Scarce"(00:30:42) - Main Topic: Breaking Down Metallica's 1986 release, "Master of Puppets"(01:05:57) - Question for the Audience(01:06:08) - Can't Wait(01:08:29) - Michael's Journey: Discussing Go West's "King of Wishful Thinking"(01:13:20) - On the Next Episode(01:14:08) - Contact Info/Outro THE ART OF DISCOVERY:· inner:i – “Yellow Days” (From the album “Lavender”)· Spillflower (ft. Failed Star) – “Hollow Shell”· panicwaves – “Scarce”OTHER BAND MENTIONS:· Black Veil Brides, In 2 Again, Periphery, A Static Lullaby, Our Lady Peace, Black Sabbath, Dance Gavin Dance, Devin Townsend, I Built The Sky, Elder. Shinedown, If These Trees Could Talk, AnthraxCONNECT WITH & SUPPORT USConnect With Us & Follow the Show: [https://tinyurl.com/yt48wp3z]We are part of the SPDM Crew Network!Leave a 5-star review on Apple/Spotify!Want to be featured on The Art of Discovery? Send us a message!Recorded on 05/16/2026

This week on the BTB Movie Club podcast, Matt Smith picks The Phoenician Scheme (2025) for the group to watch and discuss. Tune in for the crew's honest, unfiltered take on one of 2025's most talked-about new releases!BTB Movie Club is a weekly movie podcast where Tim Larsen and friends — Ryan Malo, Dan Sears, Brian Larsen, Matt Smith, Mike Whildin, Aaron Lashbrook, and Mike Hilty — gather every Sunday night to review a movie they've each watched during the week. With nearly 200 films reviewed since 2020, there's something for every kind of movie fan.🎬 Film Discussed:The Phoenician Scheme (2025) — picked by Matt SmithOne of the most anticipated films of 2025, reviewed by a group of passionate everyday movie lovers🎥 Follow the group's Letterboxd to see every film they've reviewed since 2020. 🎙️ Subscribe to the BTB Movie Club podcast feedBTB Movie Club is proud to be part of the SPDM Crew podcast network. Have a movie suggestion or a question for the group? Reach out at [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.com🎵 Theme music by The Bare Hambones | Logo by Nikki LarsenEnjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on Family Movie Night, Mike Hilty reviews Despicable Me (2010) — the animated comedy that introduced the world to Illumination Entertainment, the Minions, and the surprisingly lovable supervillain Gru. Is it a classic or did it just unleash chaos on the world? Mike says it's a wash — and he's not wrong.🎬 Film Discussed:Despicable Me (2010) — directed by Pierre Coffin & Chris RenaudStudio: Illumination Entertainment (formerly Illumination Animation)The animated family film that launched one of the most successful franchise universes in movie history — for better or worseMike Hilty is a TV and film enthusiast and fellow SPDM Crew podcaster. Find him here:📸 Instagram📺 Serializd🎥 Letterboxd✍️ Articles on SiftPopMike also hosts and co-hosts several podcasts in the SPDM Crew family — Mix CD, SPDM TV, and Sportsball — plus the pop culture podcast Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds.🎬 Check out the Family Movie Night Letterboxd list 🎙️ Subscribe to the Family Movie Night podcast feedHave a family movie recommendation or want to join the SPDM Crew? Email us at [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.com🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer Creative StudiosEnjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on The Wasteland Watchlist, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by film blogger and SPDM Crew podcaster Luke Burian to dive deep into one of the most visceral and influential works of Japanese body horror cinema — Tetsuo: The Iron Man (1989), directed by Shin'ya Tsukamoto.🎬 Film Discussed:Tetsuo: The Iron Man (1989) — directed by Shin'ya TsukamotoGenre: Body horror / Japanese experimental cinema / cult filmA twisted, kinetic nightmare of flesh and metal that redefined Japanese indie filmmakingThe Wasteland Watchlist is a film podcast where Shane Conto randomly selects a film from his ever-growing watchlist and dives into a discussion — solo or with a guest — covering everything from cult classics to hidden gems across all eras and genres of cinema.Shane Conto is a decorated film critic, writer, and YouTuber. Follow his work here:🌐 Website▶️ YouTube – The Wasteland Reviewer📸 Instagram🎥 LetterboxdShane also hosts Wasteland Retrospective, Wasteland Spotlight, and The Cinematic Wasteland — all part of the SPDM Crew podcast network.Luke Burian is a film writer, blogger, and podcaster. Find his work here:🌐 Lost in Movies🎥 Letterboxd🎙️ Podcasts: Flix and Chill, The Cinematic Wasteland, and SiftPop Writers' Room🎙️ Subscribe to The Wasteland Watchlist podcast feedWant to help Shane work through his watchlist, or interested in joining the SPDM Crew? Email us at [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeEnjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on Mix CD, host Mike Hilty is back with another round of the ultimate music debate — listening to two different versions of famous songs and deciding once and for all which one is better!Whether it's an original vs. a cover, a live version vs. a studio recording, or two iconic takes on the same classic, Mix CD is the podcast for music lovers who love a good argument.🎵 What is Mix CD? Each episode, Mike Hilty compares multiple versions of well-known songs — originals, covers, live recordings, remixes, and reimaginings — and picks his favorite. Simple premise. Endless debate.🎧 Listen along with the Who Did It Better Mix CD playlist on Apple MusicMike Hilty is a TV, film, and music enthusiast and fellow SPDM Crew podcaster. Find him here:📸 Instagram📺 Serializd🎥 Letterboxd✍️ Articles on SiftPopMike also hosts and co-hosts several podcasts in the SPDM Crew family — Family Movie Night, Sportsball, and SPDM TV — plus the pop culture podcast Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds.🎙️ Subscribe to the Mix CD podcast feedWant to be a guest on Mix CD or join the SPDM Crew? Email us at [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.com🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeEnjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on Flix and Chill, hosts Luke Burian and Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) tackle three big topics shaking up the film world right now — from the cinema re-release boom to controversial new Academy Award rules to actors Hollywood left behind too soon!🎬 Topics Covered:Re-releasing movies in cinemas — is the theatrical re-release trend good for film culture?New Oscar rules — what the Academy's latest changes mean for movies and the awards raceActors who deserve a second chance in Hollywood — who got written off too early and why they should be backLuke Burian is a passionate film lover, writer, and podcaster. Find his work here:🎥 Letterboxd – inMoviesLost✍️ SiftPop🎙️ The Wasteland Retrospective🎙️ The Cinematic Wasteland🎙️ SiftPop Writers' RoomShane Conto is a decorated film critic, writer, and YouTuber. Find all his work here:🌿 Linktree – The Wasteland Reviewer🎥 Letterboxd – wastelandshaneShane also hosts Wasteland Watchlist, Streaming Wasteland, The Cinematic Wasteland, The Wasteland Retrospective, and The Wasteland Vintage Roadshow — all part of the SPDM Crew podcast network.🎙️ Subscribe to the Flix and Chill podcast feed🎵 Theme music by Kristofer TwadellEnjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on Tolkien on Tap, host Tara Jo Nee is joined by Jen and Lilly for a heartfelt and heavy exploration of depression, grief, and hope in Tolkien's Middle-earth — from characters who succumb to despair to those who find their way back to the light.⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode contains in-depth discussion of depression, despair, and mental health themes as portrayed in Tolkien's works.🍺 Grab a drink for comfort and enjoy. Almien!📖 Topics Covered:Éowyn — depression, identity, and the will to liveThéoden — grief, manipulation, and recoveryDenethor — despair, hopelessness, and the danger of losing faithMíriel Þerindë — the first great act of surrender in ArdaThe House of Húrin — a generational saga of suffering, doom, and resilienceWhat Tolkien's legendarium teaches us about mental health, hope, and perseveranceConnect with the Guests:📚 Jen — Deep Roots Book Club 🔥 Lilly — Hall of Fire on SubstackTara Jo Nee is an avid Tolkien enthusiast sharing their love of Middle-earth with the world. 🌿 Linktree – More Tolkien Content🎙️ Subscribe to the Tolkien on Tap podcast feed on Spotify🎨 Logo by Alida Mau — follow her work: Instagram | Threads | BlueskyEnjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on Flix and Chill, hosts Luke Burian, Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer), and Foster Harlfinger get together to talk movie theatres, the long-awaited Spaceballs 2, and films that genuinely got better the second time around — the ultimate rewatchability debate!🎬 Topics Covered:Movie theatres — the state of the cinema-going experience in 2025Spaceballs 2 — what do we know, what do we want, and should it exist?Films that got better on rewatch — movies that clicked the second (or third) time aroundLuke Burian is a passionate film lover, writer, and podcaster. Find his work here:🎥 Letterboxd – inMoviesLost🎙️ The Wasteland Retrospective🎙️ The Cinematic Wasteland🎙️ SiftPop Writers' RoomShane Conto is a decorated film critic, writer, and YouTuber. Find all his work here:🌿 Linktree – The Wasteland Reviewer🎥 Letterboxd – wastelandshaneShane also hosts Wasteland Watchlist, Streaming Wasteland, The Cinematic Wasteland, The Wasteland Retrospective, and The Wasteland Vintage Roadshow — all part of the SPDM Crew podcast network.Foster can be found on:🎥 Letterboxd – fosth101🎙️ Subscribe to the Flix and Chill podcast feed🎵 Theme music by Kristofer TwadellEnjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on Tolkien on Tap, host Tara Jo Nee is joined by Krishane, Zay (The Blerdy Dad), and Matt (The Tolkien Philosopher) for a rich, thought-provoking discussion on faith and religion in Tolkien's works — from the theology of Middle-earth to some of its darkest and most debated themes.⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussion of suicide as depicted in Tolkien's writings.🍺 Grab a drink and enjoy. Almien!📖 Topics Covered:Faith and belief systems in Tolkien's legendarium — how religion and spirituality shape Middle-earthTúrin Turambar — unpacking one of Tolkien's most tragic characters (Sad Boy alert)How Tolkien portrays suicide in his works and what it reveals about his moral frameworkWas Tolkien writing mythology? — if written 2,000 years ago, would The Lord of the Rings be considered fantasy or sacred text?Connect with the Guests:🧝 Krishane — Threads 👨‍👧 Zay (The Blerdy Dad) — Linktree 📚 Matt (The Tolkien Philosopher) — InstagramTara Jo Nee is an avid Tolkien enthusiast sharing their love of Middle-earth with the world. 🌿 Linktree – More Tolkien Content🎙️ Subscribe to the Tolkien on Tap podcast feed on Spotify🎨 Logo by Alida Mau — follow her incredible work: Instagram | Threads | BlueskyEnjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

Here's your SEO-optimized podcast description:Episode Description:This week on Flix and Chill, hosts Luke Burian and Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) sit down to discuss Apple — the film — alongside a broader conversation about film criticism and why you should be watching more international cinema.🎬 Topics Covered:Apple — review and discussionThe state of film criticism in 2025 and what it gets right (and wrong)International cinema — recommendations and reasons to expand your watchlist beyond HollywoodLuke Burian is a passionate film lover, writer, and podcaster with an encyclopedic love of cinema. Find his work here:✍️ SiftPop🎥 Letterboxd – inMoviesLost🎙️ The Wasteland Retrospective🎙️ The Cinematic Wasteland🎙️ SiftPop Writers' RoomShane Conto is a decorated film critic, writer, and YouTuber. Find all his work here:🌿 Linktree – The Wasteland Reviewer🎥 Letterboxd – wastelandshaneShane also hosts Wasteland Watchlist, Streaming Wasteland, The Cinematic Wasteland, The Wasteland Retrospective, and The Wasteland Vintage Roadshow — all part of the SPDM Crew podcast network.🎙️ Subscribe to the Flix and Chill podcast feed🎵 Theme music by Kristofer TwadellEnjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by film blogger and SPDM Crew podcaster Luke Burian for a deep dive into two early works from indie cinema legend Jim Jarmusch:🎬 Films Discussed:Night on Earth (1991)Permanent Vacation (1980)From Jarmusch's lo-fi debut to his acclaimed anthology road film, this episode is essential listening for fans of independent cinema, arthouse film, and 1980s and 1990s American indie movies.The Wasteland Retrospective is a weekly film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest each pick a related film to discuss together — spanning classic cinema, cult favorites, and hidden gems across every era of filmmaking.Shane Conto is a film critic, writer, and YouTuber. Follow his work here:🌐 Website▶️ YouTube – The Wasteland Reviewer📸 Instagram🎥 LetterboxdShane also hosts Wasteland Watchlist, Cinematic Wasteland, and Wasteland Spotlight — all part of the SPDM Crew podcast network.Luke Burian is a film writer, blogger, and podcaster. Find his work here:🌐 Lost in Movies🎥 Letterboxd🎙️ Podcasts: Flix and Chill, The Cinematic Wasteland, and SiftPop Writer's Room🎙️ Subscribe to The Wasteland Retrospective podcast feedHave a film pairing suggestion for Shane and his guest, or want to join the SPDM Crew? Email us at [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | YouTube | Bluesky🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeEnjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This month on The Wasteland Spotlight, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by Patrice Downing — SPDM Crew member and SiftPop contributor — to explore the theme "Love is in the Air" through four classic films spanning decades of romance and charm:🎬 Films Discussed:Pride and Prejudice (1940)Johnny Fedora and Alice Blue Bonnet (1946)Bongo (1947)High Society (1956)Shane Conto is a film critic, writer, and YouTuber. Follow his work here:🌐 Website▶️ YouTube – The Wasteland Reviewer📸 Instagram🎵 TikTok🎥 LetterboxdShane also hosts Wasteland Retrospective, Wasteland Watchlist, and Cinematic Wasteland— all part of the SPDM Crew podcast network.Patrice Downing is a film and TV writer and a frequent SPDM collaborator. Find her here:✍️ SiftPop.com🐦 X🎥 Letterboxd📺 SerializdHave a theme suggestion for The Wasteland Spotlight or want to join the SPDM Crew? Email us at [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.comEnjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

Welcome to Episode 90 of the Comix Corner Podcast with B-Lar and Danny P! This week, roving reporter Brian Nolan gives us a firsthand recap of the Motor City Comic Con — plus the crew dives into new pulls, what they're reading, what's on the horizon, the FOC (Final Order Cutoff) report, and all the new #1 issues hitting shelves May 20th.📦 This Week's Topics:Motor City Comic Con recap with Brian NolanWhat we're currently reading and enjoyingUpcoming comics we're excited aboutFOC (Final Order Cutoff) reportNew #1 issues out today — May 20th🏪 Comix Corner has two Michigan locations:Fraser, MIRochester Hills, MICan't make it in person? They ship anywhere in the US and offer a comic book subscription club! Follow them on Facebook for store news, events, and subscription info.Connect with the Hosts:B-Lar — Facebook | Instagram Danny P — Facebook📲 Follow the Comix Corner Podcast: Facebook | X | Instagram🎙️ Subscribe to the Comix Corner podcast feedHave a comic book recommendation, topic suggestion, or collaboration inquiry? Email us at [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.comEnjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!READ WELL, EVERYBODY! 📚

This week on SPDM TV, Mike Hilty shares his spoiler-filled reactions to the latest episodes of some of the hottest shows on TV right now — including Hacks, The Boys, and more!⚠️ Spoiler Warning — specific episode discussions ahead!🎬 Currently Watching:Hacks Season 5, Episodes 4–8Your Friends and Neighbors Season 2, Episodes 6–7The Boys Season 5, Episode 7✅ Just Finished:The Punisher: One Last Kill▶️ Just Started:Margo's Got Money Troubles Season 1, Episodes 1–7Mike Hilty is a TV and film enthusiast and fellow SPDM Crew podcaster. Connect with him here:📸 Instagram📺 Serializd🎥 Letterboxd✍️ Articles on SiftPopMike also hosts and co-hosts several podcasts in the SPDM Crew family — Family Movie Night, Sportsball, and Mix CD — plus the pop culture podcast Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds.🎙️ Subscribe to the SPDM TV podcast feedHave a TV show or topic you want Mike to cover, or want to join the SPDM Crew? Email us at [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.com🎵 Theme music by Evan Peters | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeEnjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on Sportsball, Mike Hilty breaks down the breaking news that the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund (PIF) is withdrawing funding from LIV Golf — and what that seismic shift could mean for the future of the controversial golf league.Topics covered:Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund pulling out of LIV GolfWhat's next for LIV Golf's players, tournaments, and scheduleThe broader impact on professional golf and the PGA Tour rivalryMike Hilty is a TV, film, and sports enthusiast and fellow SPDM Crew podcaster. Connect with him here:📸 Instagram🎬 Serializd🎥 Letterboxd✍️ Articles on SiftPopMike also hosts and co-hosts several podcasts in the SPDM Crew family — Mix CD, SPDM TV, and Family Movie Night — plus the pop culture podcast Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds.🎙️ Subscribe to the Sportsball podcast feedHave a sport or team you want to talk about, or want to be on the SPDM Crew? Email us at [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.com🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeEnjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

Mike Hilty reviews Goat (2026) — the feel-good sports movie that has us desperately wishing for a Mighty Ducks crossover. And yes, we mean the Mighty Ducks with the actual ducks, not the Emilio Estevez classics.Mike Hilty is a TV and film enthusiast and fellow SPDM Crew podcaster. Follow his work and connect with him here:📸 Instagram🎬 Serializd🎥 Letterboxd✍️ Articles on SiftPopMike also hosts and co-hosts several podcasts in the SPDM Crew family — Mix CD, SPDM TV, and Sportsball — plus the pop culture podcast Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds.🎬 Family Movie Night Looking for your next family film? Check out the Family Movie Night Letterboxd list and subscribe to the Family Movie Night podcast feed.Have a family movie recommendation or want to suggest a topic for the SPDM Crew? Email us at [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | LinkedIn | Bluesky ▶️ YouTube – SPDM Crew 🌐 www.spdmcrew.com🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer Creative StudiosEnjoyed the episode? Leave us a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on the BTB Movie Club podcast, ⁠Dan picks The Duke (2020) for the guys to watch.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tim Larsen⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and friends (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ryan Malo, Dan Sears, Brian Larsen, Matt Smith, Mike Whildin, Aaron Lashbrook, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mike Hilty⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) have a weekly conversation on Sunday nights about a movie they've watched throughout the week. They have watched close to 200 movies since 2020.Follow the group's Letterboxd to see what all they've watched: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://boxd.it/u2e8I⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to the BTB Movie Club feed here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BTB Movie Club is part of the SPDM Crew of podcasts. If you have a question for the group or a suggestion of movies to watch, send us an email at [email protected]! Follow SPDM Crew on Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube, Threads, and Blue Sky! Check out our website at www.spdmcrew.com!Shout out to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Bare Hambones⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for the awesome theme music and Nikki Larsen for providing the logo.Leave us a review and rate us 5 stars on your listening app of choice!

Welcome to The Wasteland Watchlist! Shane Conto (and occasionally guests) will randomly select a film from his ever-growing watchlist and take a dive into a discussion here on the podcast. Shane is joined by SPDM Crew creator and podcaster, Mike Hilty, for this episode as they discuss the wild satirical sequel of the beloved 80s horror/comedy, Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990).Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and YouTuber! Check out his ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, his YouTube page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, The Wasteland Reviewer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and follow him on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Check out his other podcasts, Wasteland Retrospective, Wasteland Spotlight, and the Cinematic Wasteland on the SPDM Crew of Podcasts!Mike Hilty is a TV and Movie lover and a fellow SPDM podcaster. Check out his ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Serializd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Also check out other SPDM podcasts, Family Movie Night, Sportsball, Mix CD, and SPDM TV, his podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , and his articles on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SiftPop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to the Wasteland Watchlist individual feed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you'd like to help Shane get rid of movies on his watchlist or you're interested in being part of the SPDM Crew, send us an email at [email protected]. Follow SPDM Crew on ⁠Instagram⁠, ⁠X⁠, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Blue Sky. Check out our website www.spdmcrew.com!Shout-out to Kristofer Twadell for the awesome theme music and to Jason Wilbur at HiFlyer Creative for the logo!Leave us a review and rate us 5 stars on your listening app of choice!