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We were going to let TBttM sit dormant for a little while, but then TV's Kevin Lanigan's friend Melanie told him how much she likes the podcast and he thought, "Crap, time to make an episode!" In his first time solo appearance, TV's Kevin gets real about what's going on with the podcast and lays down the law about whether or not movies today suck. Because he was left to his own devices, this episode is full of Meatloaf music. Enjoy! And don't forget to catch TV's Kevin live at Pop's Concert Venue in Sauget, Illinois on August 6th at 6 PM. Tickets are available!

It's the Fourth of Goddamn July, and TBttM is going to celebrate with a movie about the most American thing imaginable: outlaws! TV's Kevin Lanigan has been down at the Missouri Fine Arts Academy for some time now and he formed a fast friendship with fellow film fanatic Emma N. Provin. Not one to miss an opportunity, TV's Kevin got that shit on mic! A filmmaker in her own right, Emma chose THE ASSASSINATION OF JESSE JAMES BY THE COWARD ROBERT FORD as the movie she wanted to talk about! Emma's great. You'll love her. And make sure to check out her website: emmanprovin.com!

TBttM becomes an ensemble piece as the studio is visited by SO MANY GUEST STARS! Spoilers the Elephant! Chazz the Film Bro! Fire Marshall Phil! You haven't met most of these people, but soon enough they'll be close to you as your own brother. If you like your brother. If not that, then definitely your neighbor. Also discussed is MACGRUBER, one of the best comedies of the last decade or whatever. Music: "I Fucked My Aunt," The Lonely Island Audio 'plosives expert: Ben Shull. The art of TBttM is by Victoria Courtney (Gaelfox).

New co-host Vern Tooley pops his picking a series cherry by bringing us to the comedic free-for-all that is the film work of The Lonely Island (Andy Samberg, Jorma Taccone, Akiva Schaffer). And back in 2007, before they were perhaps the defining comedic force on the planet, they used their minimal SNL acclaim to get a movie made. That movie is HOT ROD, a bizarre and very silly film about a wannabe stuntman, featuring almost too many comedy titans to count. With POPSTAR: NEVER STOP NEVER STOPPING on the horizon, now's the perfect time to go back to where it all began. We promise the splash art will be changed soon. Music: "Jack Sparrow," The Lonely Island Audio stuntman: Ben Shull. The art of TBttM is by Victoria Courtney (Gaelfox).

Aaaaaaaaand we're back! And so is the MCU! This week, TV's Kevin Lanigan and newly minted co-host Vern Tooley discuss the latest (and greatest?) entry into the Marvel canon. Does Cap get lost in his own movie? What's with all this running around? Who's that guy? Was he in the last one? Also featuring the triumphant return of MARVEL TELEVISION CORNER. Music: "No Surrender," Bruce Springsteen Audio Black Panther: Ben Shull. The art of TBttM is by Victoria Courtney (Gaelfox).

INCOMING TRANSMISSION!! We interrupt your regularly scheduled Coenoscopy for another update from the War on Humanity. Remember that one? No? Gabe and TV's Kevin laying siege to all of you humanity between talking about Tarantino movies? Doesn't ring any bells? Well it's back! Using "Quentin Tarantino movie" loosely, Gabe and TV's Kevin talk about a Robert Rodriguez movie and a personal joy for the two boys, FROM DUSK TILL DAWN. WARNING: Do not listen to this episode until you have seen the film. Music: "Dark Night," The Blasters The art of TBttM is by Victoria Courtney (Gaelfox).

By the end of the 1990s, the Coen Broens were on a roll, though they hardly knew it at the time. Of all the movies in the goddamn world, THE BIG LEBOWSKI has gone on to become one of the biggest and most iconic... ever. Besides ROCKY HORROR, it's probably /the/ centerpiece of cult cinema. How does The Dude stand up to his mighty reputation? We'll tell yah! "Just Dropped In," Kenny Rodgers & The First Edition Audio Brother Shamus: Ben Shull. The art of TBttM is by Victoria Courtney (Gaelfox).

From the most obscure to the most ingrained in our culture. The Coens roared back into the good graces of the critical elite with FARGO, their first huge success. One of the only Coen movies to receive Oscar-attention of any kind, FARGO is just as good as you remember. Plus, it spun off a great TV show. This week, on Talking Back to the Movies! "Cold as Ice," Foreigner Audio used car salesman: Ben Shull. The art of TBttM is by Victoria Courtney (Gaelfox).

The boys bend over for a new examination as they welcome THE HUDSUCKER PROXY into their lives. A much-derided and overlooked Coen Brothers film, HUDSUCKER not only exceeds expectations but is wonderful. What takes forty-five years to get to the top and only thirty seconds to get down? This episode of Talking Back to the Movies! "What Kind of Man," Florence and the Machine Audio Hula Hooping: Ben Shull. The art of TBttM is by Victoria Courtney (Gaelfox).

BARTON FINK is a movie about a Jewish screenwriter with writer's block struggling against the Hollywood machine to create something with true meaning. Do you think the Coen Brothers are trying to tell us something? Listen as the boys discuss the funny, the sad, and the very, very strange of BARTON FINK. WHAT DOES IT ALL MEAN??? "Settle for Me" from the Crazy Ex-Girlfriend soundtrack Audio wrestling: Ben Shull. The art of TBttM is by Victoria Courtney (Gaelfox).

With some technical difficulties and no further ado, Talk Back Podcasts brings you TBttM Fifty: the much-debated MILLER'S CROSSING. Is it too complex? Is it boring? Or is it subtle? Find out in this very special episode of Talking Back to the Movies. "Look Good for You," Leslie Odom, Jr. feat. Daveed Diggs Audio shmarta: Ben Shull. The art of TBttM is by Victoria Courtney (Gaelfox).

The boys are back with Special Guest Vern Tooley to talk about one of the movies that shaped him, RAISING ARIZONA. It's undeniably hilarious, but what sort of depth lies beneath the surface? What is the ache behind that joy? Find out this week on our second Routine Coenscopy! "Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood," The Animals Audio swinger: Ben Shull. The art of TBttM is by Victoria Courtney.

The boys of TBttM welcome filmmaker and family friend Vern Tooley (Varnyo) to the podcast to discuss the first of their Routine Coenoscopies: BLOOD SIMPLE. The Coens are Gabe's favorite filmmakers. Does BLOOD SIMPLE stand as one of the great first films? How does BS reflect the Coens' catalog going forward? And what the hell is happening in the last act of this movie? This week, on TBttM! "The Same Old Song," The Four Tops Audio adultery: Ben Shull. The art of TBttM is by Victoria Courtney (Gaelfox).

A new year, a new series. And so TBttM begins its Fincherstitials, where we look at one David Fincher film in between every series. First up, ALIEN 3, a movie he has disowned. How does ALIEN 3 look two decades later? How does it read to TV's Kevin, who has never seen an Alien film before? Find out this week, on Talking Back to the Movies! "God's Away on Business," Tom Waits Audio Prisoner: Ben Shull. The art of TBttM is by Victoria Courtney.

After launching an unsuccessful attack on Earth, the boys of TBttM launch an only slightly more successful conversation about PULP FICTION. "Son of a Preacher Man," Dusty Springfield Engineer Ben had NOTHING TO DO WITH THIS EPISODE. The art of TBttM is by Victoria Courtney.

What a beautiful feeling it is to emerge from the Prequel Swamp and find yourself in the pleasant glen of STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS. Despite being on the path to becoming the biggest movie of all time, THE FORCE AWAKENS emerged amid some heated debates. Does THE FORCE AWAKENS adhere too closely to A NEW HOPE? Is Rey a Mary Sue? Who's got famous parents?! Listen up as Gabe and TV's Kevin confront this all head-on. "Smells Like Nirvana," Weird Al Audio Starkiller: Ben Shull. The art of TBttM is by Victoria Courtney (Gaelfox).

REVENGE OF THE SITH has often been referred to as "the good one." If you have ever said that, go screw. The boys at TBttM finish their triumphant journey through the prequels with this steaming pile of Obi Wan's iguana's shit that has all the nuance and life of a 45 minute lightsaber battle. Brighter skies await next week, in a sequel far, far away... "Smells Like Nirvana," Weird Al Audio Reconstructive Surgery: Ben Shull. The art of TBttM is by Victoria Courtney.

The boys of TBttM have a little surprise for all of you. Fresh off their executions at the hands of the Google Firing Squad, Gabe and TV's Kevin kill time in Heaven by talking about the works of Quentin Tarantino. That's two episodes per week for the next few weeks! Reservoir Dogs revolutionized indie filmmaking and started the career one of the most volatile and influential filmmakers of all time. Does it live up to that legacy? Find out this week on Talking Back to the Movies! NOT EDITED BY ENGINEER BEN.

I hope you're happy. Gabe and TV's Kevin continue their Imperial March through the Star Wars Prequels with ATTACK OF THE CLONES. Just how stupid is Dexter Jetster? Why does this movie end an hour before it's over? How can any director coach Christopher Lee into a bad acting performance. Find out this week on Talking Back to the Movies! "Dare to be Stupid" Audio cloning: Ben Shull. The art of TBttM is by Victoria Courtney (Gaelfox).

The world has been reveling in THE FORCE AWAKENS for a few weeks now and the boys at TBttM are trapped in the prequels. Listen as they debate the "finer points" of THE PHANTOM MENACE, make a tremendous revelation about Jar Jar, and make you hate even the things you thought you liked about this movie. It's IRON MAN 2 all over again. Audio podracer: Ben Shull. The art of TBttM is by Victoria Courtney (Gaelfox).