Carrey'd Away with Jess & Alan

This week we're diving into the real test of Jim Carrey's mettle with a superhero villian role. Yes, it's Carrey versus Batman in Batman Forever. We're joined by Olaf of the "Back to the Movie Theater" podcast to talk about this film! Check out Olaf's Podcast here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever wondered what a road trip between Jeff Daniels and Jim Carrey would look like? Have you ever wondered what would happen if you put turbo lax into a tea cup? Well wonder no more, this week we're diving into the Farrelly Brothers classic "Dumb & Dumber" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back at you with a new episode of Carrey'd Away with everyones favorite music Youtuber Sideways! We're talking about the much beloved Jim Carrey live action cartoon "The Mask" based on the Dark Horse Comics of the same name. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ALLRIGHTY THEN! Now we're gettin' to the good stuff! This week we're joined by Broadway treasure James Monroe Iglehart to talk about Jim Carrey's first big hit film "Ace Ventura Pet Detective." Has it aged well? Of course not! But we're diving into it anyways because CONTEXT MATTERS KIDS! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're diving into Jim Carrey's Stand Up Comedy work where he does weird and badly dated accents, and maybe a few poorly aged jokes about women! Par for the course for late 20th Century white male comedy. But did it work for us? You'll have to listen to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're wrapping up our discussion on Jim Carrey's tenure on "In Living Color" with the final three seasons. We talk about the show's influence on culture today an overall connection to the rest of Jim Carrey's career! Come listen! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wow! 1992 was a big year for Jim, doing TV movies, garbage comedy skit films, animated voice roles, all alongside his full time gig at In Living Color. Man, he works hard for the money as the kids say. Today we're talking about a beautifully animated short cartoon where Jim Carrey plays an exterminator trying to kill a spider. This one was pure joy, be sure to listen! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How we doing folks? Good? Alrighty then! This week we're diving into a surprisingly sincere film called Doing Time on Maple Drive where Jim Carrey puts on a piss poor performance as an alcoholic. With some standout performances from obscure character actors, this was a much more enjoyable time than expected. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey kids, we're back at you with a brand spankin' new episode on the second season of the sketch comedy show "In Living Color" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back at you with one of the strangest things we've covered so far (and that's saying something), from the mind of Kung Pow's Steve Oedekerk we have High Strung, a Bill Hicks style rant film where Jim Carrey plays the Grim Reaper. You think that sounds entertaining? Well you're wrong, its not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Remember when a bunch of the most talented and charismatic comedians of the 20th Century started a comedy variety show in the late 20th Century?! This week we're diving into the often remembered classic "In Living Color!" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When you think ROMANCE who are the first two actors you think of? I mean, the first people I think of are Clint Eastwood and Bernadette Peters of course. THE ROMANTIC CHEMISTRY BLEEDS OFF THE SCREEN! That's right we're doing more Clint Eastwood nonsense this week, and it's actually kind of fun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you know that Stacy Keach had a wild recurring Detective Character called Mike Hammer, who would pop onto Prime Time television periodically to entertain boomers with power fantasies? Did you know Jim Carrey was a very strange guest star in one of those TV-Movies? Well today we're going to talk about it! Come join the fun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Prepare for an out-of-this-world adventure as aliens descend upon Earth during the late 80s, bringing with them an abundance of testosterone. Join us for a hilarious romp through this Gene Davis/Jeff Goldblum sex comedy, inspired by a one-hit wonder rock song. Brace yourself for the bizarre yet wildly entertaining blend of music, comedy, and outright absurdity that awaits. Don't miss out on the fun – tune in now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, join us for our episode of "Carrey'd Away" to talk about the first (but not last) time Jim Carrey would play a small role in a Clint Eastwood Vehicle. This episode dives into Eastwood's role in Boomer iconography, Dirty Harry as a character, and just all the strange things within the final Dirty Harry film "The Dead Pool" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Broadway's "The Prom" stars Caitlin Kinnunen and Isabelle Mccalla join us to unravel the chameleon-like career of Jim Carrey, sharing laughs as we reminisce on his metamorphosis from rubber-faced comedian to a thespian of depth. Today we're talking about the forgotten Coppola romantic comedy called "Peggy Sue Got Married," where Jim Carrey plays the best friend of a very campy Nicolas Cage. Our stroll down memory lane brings us face to face with the rhino scene that defined "Ace Ventura" and the sublime moments of "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind," interspersed with personal stories that paint a fuller picture of Carrey's unique trajectory. It's an episode punctuated with chuckles and reflections, much like the roles that have shaped Carrey’s legacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Jim Carrey Vampire film?! It's more likely than you think. This is the first film with Jim Carrey in a leading role, where he is allowed to expand his wings and deliver his more effective comedic persona. This film also has a ton of fun character actors hamming it up to high heaven. Come join us as we dive into the 1985 cult classic Once Bitten. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join us as we hop into the time machine and rewind to 1984, where we reminisce about Jim Carrey's first lead role in the quirky TV sitcom "The Duck Factory." This conversation unwraps the layers of the show, from its hopeful beginnings as a mid-season replacement to its untimely demise. Listen in as we explore the role Carrey played as Skip Tarkington, a departure from his usual zany persona, and ponder whether this straight-man act might have masked his comedic genius. We also shed light on the authenticity brought to the show by co-creator Alan Burns's animation background, and how this series, despite its brevity, still holds a special place in our hearts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a deep pull, but we can't NOT cover it! This week we're diving into the Drunk History internet special where Jim Carrey joined Ryan Gosling and Eva Mendes in a retelling of The Night Before Christmas! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Buckle up children because this week we're diving into the god awful 2009 Disney adaptation of A Christmas Carol starring Jim Carrey. Shockingly, this may be one of least positive episodes so far, and we have so far to go! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guess who's coming to town this holiday season? No, it's not Santa, it's Jim Carrey's iconic Grinch from the 2000 film, "How the Grinch Stole Christmas!" We had the pleasure of bantering with Broadway's Andrew Keenan-Bolger, who once donned green fur as JoJo and young Max in the stage rendering of this tale. We strolled down memory lane, reminiscing about our own connections with Carrey as the green grouch, and Andrew spilled the beans about a special screening, and his Grinch stint that surprisingly didn't draw from Carrey's interpretation. Spoiler Alert: The film's marketing blitzkrieg and its ripple effects on all things Grinch were quite a chat fodder. Now who can speak of the Grinch without diving into the nitty-gritty of its making? From Carrey's reluctance to play the Grinch to the Herculean efforts that turned him into the character, we've got the deets for you. We couldn't help gushing about the makeup and visual effects, clearly ahead of their time, but we did pause to discuss whether the film did justice to Dr. Seuss's original masterpiece. Opinions were split, but that's where the fun lies, right? Buckle up as we bring to you a rollercoaster of reviews, a fun game of guessing 'Letterboxd' star ratings, and a face-off between the recent Grinch remake and the original. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Prepare for a delightful trip down memory lane as we take a comedic deep dive into the 1984 film, Finders Keepers. This hidden gem features a young and not-yet-famous Jim Carrey, and we have the charismatic Broadway star Alex Brightman with us to share the fun. We'll unravel the scam artist plot that involves swindling, a coffin, and a pretend soldier that had us laughing out loud. We'll also chat about the striking similarities between Finders Keepers and comedic classics like Naked Gun and Airplane, and the iconic Beach Boys' song that beautifully punctuates the film's humor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get ready to carve out some laughs this Thanksgiving with Carrey'd Away! In this episode, we dive into the hilariously cringe-worthy TV special, 'The Sex and Violence Family Hour.' Brace yourself for a parade of unimaginative and uninspiring acts, punctuated by gratuitous female nudity. From the eyebrow-raising 'Big Salami' to the questionable 'Brady Bang' and the downright peculiar 'Leather And Chains,' this special is a far cry from the comedic finesse of SNL. Gather the family around the podcast listen box as we dissect and dish out the comedic breakdown this nonsensical spectacle truly deserves. It's a Thanksgiving treat that will leave you Carrey'd Away with laughter! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to yet another fascinating episode of Carrey'd Away. Today, we're embarking on a deep exploration of the peculiar 'nudie film' that featured Jim Carrey in the silent role of a Photographer. This film stands as a unique piece in Carrey's early career and admittedly, it hasn't aged too gracefully. So join us as we immerse ourselves in the intriguing world of "All in Good Taste!" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happens when you put Jim Carrey, Alan Thicke, and a Club Med in a blender? You get the bizarre cocktail that is the 1983 movie, "Copper Mountain." This episode of "Carrey'd Away" dives headfirst into this comedy goldmine, unearthing the nuances of Carrey's early comedic style and the controversial themes that permeated the film. We dish on everything from Alan Thicke's questionable character to Jim Carrey's knack for impressions, delivering an analysis as unforgettable as the film itself.  Ever wondered why Jack Nicholson's deep receding hairline is seen as sexually powerful? Or why the character Yogi Haberdaddy only appears for a brief moment in the movie, despite his unforgettable name? Join us as we answer these questions and more, dissecting the underbelly of '80s comedy and what made "Copper Mountain" a pivotal point in Carrey's career. We even take a nostalgic detour to Matt Stone and Trey Parker's college project "Cannibal the Musical," finding surprising connections to our feature film. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the premier episode of Carrey'd Away, where we, Jesse McAnally, Alan Seales, and Liz Esten, embark on a journey through the filmography of the rubber-faced Canadian actor, Jim Carrey. Starting with our personal histories with Carrey, we navigate his career trajectory from the '90s to the present day. From his unforgettable roles as Fire Marshall Bill and Ace Ventura, to his polarizing views on vaccinations and his $20 million deal for The Cable Guy in 1997, we take you through the highs and lows of this eccentric star.  Join us as we examine Canadian film and its impact on Carrey's career, starting with the movie 'Rubberface'. We discuss the production, how it served as a vanity project for lead actress Adah Glassbourg, and how Carrey's performance outshone his co-star. We also take a closer look at societal issues portrayed in Canadian film, exploring the treatment of the character Janet, a young woman shamed for her appearance. Join us as we take a nostalgic, critical, and sometimes controversial look at the remarkable career of Jim Carrey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to "Carrey'd Away with Jess and Alan," the podcast that takes you on a hilarious and insightful journey through the dynamic and versatile career of Canadian actor Jim Carrey. Hosted by Jesse McAnally, known for his wit on "Musicals with Cheese," and Alan Seales, the voice behind "The Theatre Podcast," this show isn't your typical movie podcast—it's the internet's premier Jim Carrey podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices