Originally published on March 26, 2015
Episode 70 kicks off with Doug and Dirty A's disappointment with the last two episodes of Empire, before shifting gears to their trip to Wizard World Raleigh. Then, they talk about three films: What We Do in the Shadows, Insurgent, and The Gunman. Take a listen!
And here are some pictures from Wizard World!
DOUGERINE
A dapper dino
A GREAT Mr. Freeze costume. Cosplayer unknown
Originally published on March 16, 2015
In Episode 69, Doug and Dirty A discuss two of the best series currently airing right now: House of Cards and Fox's Empire. House of Cards features one of the great TV characters in history in Frank Underwood (Kevin Spacey), while Empire has resurrected the glitzy nighttime soap opera from the 80s, a la Dynasty. Take a listen!
Originally published on March 11, 2015
In Episode 68, Doug and Dirty A take aim at director Neill Blomkamp's latest, CHAPPiE before breaking down Liam Neeson's latest actioner, Run all Night. Then, they wrap up by giving praise to the live show of The Dan Band, so check them out if they're in your area. Take a listen!
This is the closest these two movies will ever get to that statue. | Originally published on March 5, 2015
In Episode 67, Doug and Dirty A talk about the Oscar results - while plugging their Oscar Live-Blog - before discussing a bunch of film news and then reviewing Will Smith's Focus and Hot Tub Time Machine 2. Take a listen!
ONE person isn’t happy about the news. | Originally published on February 24, 2015
In Episode 66, Doug and Dirty A welcome back friend of the show Matt King to FINALLY discuss the big Spider-Man to the Marvel Cinematic Universe news. This news was very close to Matt's heart and he may or may not have cried several times throughout the recording. Take a listen and judge for yourself!
Originally published on February 20, 2015
Episode 65 brings a discussion of a butt-load of films from great ones (A Most Violent Year) to...not so great (Mortdecai). Listen to Doug and Dirty A long for an end to the cinematic wasteland that is January and February!
Doug ponders the mysteries of Jupiter Ascending | Originally published on February 13, 2015
When Doug and Dirty A checked out Jupiter Ascending on a free screening, they were joined by friend of the show, author Matt King, so it made perfect sense to have Matt swing by and discuss the Wachowskis' latest...uh..."film." Then, as is usually the case when Matt stops by, the discussion turns to comic book movie and TV news. Please keep in mind that this episode was recorded PRIOR to the big Spider-Man news that broke this week, but we'll be visiting that topic in Episode 66 next week. Take a listen!
Originally published on February 2, 2015
This episode is about a week and a half late, but with American Sniper still tearing it up at the box office, it's still relevant. Well...maybe not in Blackhat's case. Is that film still in the theaters? Take a listen!
Originally published on January 23, 2015
Finally, Doug and Dirty A have compiled their lists of the 10 Best Films of 2014. 2014 was a good year for film. There were a lot of solid titles at the theater this year. Which ones made the cut? Take a listen to find out!
Originally published on January 16, 2015
In Episode 61, Doug and Dirty A talk about Paul Thomas Anderson's twisty Thomas Pynchon adaptation, Inherent Vice as well as Selma, a film that is MUCH better than the Oscar love it did NOT receive when the nominations were announced. First, though, they kick things off with an early look at Matthew Vaughn's latest, Kingsman: the Secret Service. Take a listen!
Originally published on January 8, 2015
With the first episode of 2015 - or at least the first recorded this year - Doug and Dirty A discuss what's in store for 2015. They talk about the winter's new shows as well as some returning favorites before turning their attention to some upcoming films that they're interested in seeing. Take a listen!
Originally published on January 5, 2015
In the last episode recorded in 2014, Doug and Dirty A discuss a slew of films released around Christmas including The Interview, The Imitation Game, Unbroken, Top Five, and Big Eyes. Then Dirty A regales Doug with tales of a film that will not be making his Top Ten of the year: The Gambler. Take a listen!
Originally published on December 29, 2014
First off: apologies for this episode being so late. Hoping to have Episode 59 out by the end of the week to catch up. Anyway, in Episode 58, Doug and Dirty A tackle three films before the Christmas Day glut of releases. Take a listen to see: if The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies is any better than the last two; if Wild is a journey worth taking; and just how creepy Steve Carell gets in Foxcatcher.
Thanks for listening!
Originally published on December 14, 2014
With things a little slow at the multiplex these days, Doug and Dirty A take a trip down memory lane and to Eternia to talk all things He-Man with special guest Jason Christ of Comedyworx in Raleigh, NC. The discussion covers the toys, 80s cartoon, comic books, live-action film and more as the guys wax nostalgic about one of the most beloved properties of the 80s and try to answer the question: What was up with all the homoeroticism? Take a listen!
For all your He-Man needs, check out He-Man.org, the site Dirty A perused the whole episode.
Originally published on December 5, 2014
Episode 56 of The Hodgepodge Podcast begins with Doug and Dirty A's previously promised Star Wars freakout over the new trailer for The Force Awakens. Then, the conversation turns to The Theory of Everything before Dirty A puts on his interviewer jacket to discuss Doug's new book, Great Big World: The Trouble with Dr. Beamo. Take a listen!
Originally published on November 29, 2014
In Episode 55 of the podcast, Doug and Dirty A discuss what will probably be the biggest movie of the year in Hunger Games: Mockingjay, Part 1. Then the discussion turns to a pair of indie films: the intense Whiplash and Jon Stewart's Rosewater, before finishing up with a chat about Horrible Bosses 2. This episode was recorded pre-Thanksgiving, so that's why the whole episode isn't just a huge freak-out over the new Star Wars trailer. That will be next episode. Thanks for listening!
Originally published on November 20, 2014
Episode 54 is all about Interstellar as Doug and Dirty A discuss Director Christopher Nolan's latest masterpiece. This episode is chock-full of major spoilers, so beware. Then, the discussion turns to Disney's Big Hero 6 and Dumb and Dumber To.
Also, the intro and outro for this episode are a little long in order to showcase Hans Zimmer's fantastic score for Interstellar. Thanks for listening and enjoy!
Not that Nightcrawler
Originally published on November 10, 2014
In Episode 53, Doug and Dirty A discuss four really good movies in theaters now: Nightcrawler, Birdman, John Wick, and St. Vincent. They also discuss the comic book movie landscape in the wake of Marvel Studios' recent announcements. Take a listen!
Featured Music:
"The Dead Of Night" Performed by Depeche Mode from the album Exciter
"Dead Of Night" Performed by Erasure from the album The Violet Flame
Originally published on October 24, 2014
In Episode 52, Doug and Dirty A tackle four films of varying quality and then drop dime on two stinkers. Films discussed include: Fury, The Judge, Kill the Messenger, Men, Women & Children, Dracula Untold, and Left Behind. Yes, Left Behind. Take a listen!
Included music: "A Great Design" by Black Marble as featured in Men, Women & Children.
Originally published on October 14, 2014
In Episode 51, Doug and Dirty A delve into David Fincher's latest Gone Girl before covering The Good Lie and delivering an early review of The Book of Life. Be warned, the Gone Girl review goes into heavy spoilers (11:26 - 31:52). Then, Doug and Dirty A give their picks from Fincher's filmography.
Thanks for listening!
Music Credit:
Performed by: South
