EPISODE · May 11, 2026 · 50 MIN
Predator : The Jungle is Alive (Throwback)
from Entertain This! · host Hayden, Mitch, and Tom
Send us Fan Mail"If it bleeds, we can kill it."Strap in for a trip down memory lane as Tom and I tackle the raw energy and wild antics of the 1987 blockbuster, ‘Predator’. We’re diving deep into the sweltering Mexican jungle to bring you the inside scoop on Arnold Schwarzenegger’s legendary onset pranks and the cast's off-screen rivalries that turned the heat up to eleven.From the iconic "epic handshake" to the sheer, unadulterated manliness that defined 80s action, we’re reliving the explosive entrance of Dutch and his crew.In This Episode:The Mud Myth: We revisit Dutch’s desperate face-off with our favorite extraterrestrial hunter. We discuss the tension of Billy’s last stand and the science behind the mud—including why that famous thermal-vision trick wouldn't actually work in real life. A Warrior’s Code: A breakdown of the Predator’s sense of honor and why the final mano-a-mano showdown remains one of the most electrifying sequences in cinematic history.The Future of the Hunt: From casting curiosities to the massive impact on pop culture, we look at where the franchise is headed—including the latest buzz surrounding the sequel to ‘Prey’.Tokyo Drift (The Dark Kind): We take a hard turn from the jungle into the criminal underbelly of Tokyo for a look at the grit and glamour of the Yakuza in media.The Loading Screen: We wrap things up with our usual gaming laughs, hardware gripes, and the TV show updates you need to stay ahead of the curve.“Get to the chopper!" and hit play—the jungle is always more thrilling with friends. Whether you're a long-time fan of the hunt or a newcomer to the thermal-vision hype, you won't want to miss this wild ride.Follow us on socials: @EntertainThis_Listen on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your fix.Support the show
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Predator : The Jungle is Alive (Throwback)
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