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In this episode, Ari and Dan explore magical land of Manhattan, as only Jim Henson could envision it.  They discuss The Muppets Take Manahattan (1984), as well as briefly hit on Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas (1977).  Also we find out why Ari thought The Muppet Movie (1979) ended right after they met Miss Piggy, POD Question:  What is your favorite Muppet song? Opening: “Why Did I Buy This?” Written, Performed, and Recorded by Jason Klamm Closing: “I’m Gonna Always Love You” Music and Lyrics by Jeff Moss Performed by Frank Oz, Jim Henson, Jerry Nelson, Richard Hunt, and Dave Goelz

Ari and Dan explore the halloween classic, Hocus Pocus (1993).  They are joined once again by sister-wives Shannon Gomiller and Kimberley Gomiller.  Check your volume levels, as the fun had got a bit noisy. Kimberley and Ari also discuss the writing marathon, NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) and Ari is raising donations to help fight child illiteracy!  Go to https://www.classy.org/AridawnSponsors to donate! POD Question:  What is a movie you would introduce to the next generation? Opening: “Why Did I Buy This?” Written, Performed, and Recorded by Jason Klamm Closing: “I Put a Spell on You” Written by Screamin’ Jay Hawkins Performed by Bette Midler

Join Ari and and Dan as they discuss yet another time-fuckery movie.  This one is a Lakehouse-esque murder-mystery starring Dennis Quaid and Jim Cavievezel.  A discussion establishes the practicalities of the time-line changes. POD Question:  What’s your favorite father/son bonding movie. Music – Opening: “Why Did I Buy This?” Written, Performed, and Recorded by Jason Klamm Closing: “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” Written by Jack Norworth and Albert von Tilzer Arranged by Carly Simon and Matthias Gohl (as Teese Gohl) Performed by Carly Simon

Ari and Dan travel through time to meet Jason Klamm (Comedy on Vinyl) and discuss the classic Back To the Future Trilogy (1985, 1989, 1990).  A deep discussion is had utterly SHREDDING Doc Brown’s theory of time.  Also we wish there were more fax machines in our homes. This episode was recorded to help draw attention to the Million McFly March happening in L.A. on October 21, 1985!  The MMM is raising money for Team Fox and Parkinson’s research.  Find out more on their facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/events/1616435401903934/ Pod Question:  What is your favorite time-fuckery movie. Music – Opening: “Why Did I Buy This?” Written, Performed, and Recorded by Jason Klamm Closing: “Back in Time” Performed by Huey Lewis & The News (as Huey Lewis and The News) Courtesy of Chrysalis Records, Inc. Written by Huey Lewis and Chris Hayes Published by Hulex Music, Administered by Red Admiral Music, Inc. Buy on iTunes

Ari and Dan begin their countdown to Halloween this week by discussing the indie horror file It Follows (2014).  Listen as they discuss STGs and ambiguous time periods.  Also tune in for a special promo for the Million McFly March, happening October 21, 2015 at 9am! Pod Question:  What is the slowest (pacing wise) movie that you enjoy? Enjoy the trailer to the movie below! Music – Opening: “Why Did I Buy This?” Written, Performed, and Recorded by Jason Klamm Closing: “The Safer Parts of the City” Written by Steven Tyler Slovacek (as Steven Slovacek) Performed by Company Man Courtesy of Dugout Sounds Buy on iTunes

This week Ari and Dan beat people Looney Tunes style by reviewing the Stephen Chow film, Kung Fu Hustle (2004).  They discuss their favorite parts and Ari finds out Dan didn’t really even watch it the first time.  It’s a thrill ride through and through!  PS:  Sing is Wolverine! Pod Question:  What is your favorite non-american film? Due to the chinese-ness of the film, there are no scenes in the podcast.  So enjoy this youtube video of the opening dance number! Music – Opening: “Why Did I Buy This?” Written, Performed, and Recorded by Jason Klamm Closing: “Ballroom Blitz” Written by Michael Chapman (as Mike Chapman) and Nicolas Chinn (as Nicky Chinn) Performed by The Sweet Buy on iTunes

Join Ari and Dan as they take Kimberley to ancient Egypt!  In this episode they discuss The Mummy (1999).  As “High Priestess of the First Church of Brendan Fraser“, listen as Kimberley sighs at the mention of his name and Ari swoons over Rachel Weisz. Pod Question:  Who is your favorite movie couple?   Music – Opening: “Why Did I Buy This?” Written, Performed, and Recorded by Jason Klamm Closing: Revive La Ilusion Written by German Pedro Ibanez Performed by Septeto Habanero Buy on iTunes

In this installment of Why Did I Buy This?, Dan and Ari discuss the classic Top Gun parody, Hot Shots! (1991).  Dan learns that all his favorite spoofs are a genre of one man, Jim Abrahams, and realizes he probably has to watch Scary Movie 4.  Meanwhile, Ari discusses her hatred for the love interest, Ramada. Pod Question:  What is your favorite spoof movie (and Mel Brooks spoof movie!)? Answer in the comments! Music – Opening “Why Did I Buy This?” Written, Performed, and Recorded by Jason Klamm Closing “The Man I Love” Written by George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin Performed by Valeria Golino and Rachel Sweet Buy on iTunes (does not include this song) Buy CD on Amazon (full track list)

In this episode, Dan and Ari are joined by their friends Kimberley and Shannon.  A raucous time is had discussing and dissecting the story and tropes of The Princess Bride (1987), and comparisons are made with the book. Pod Question:  What movie do you know so well you find yourself able to quote it forwards and backwards? Bonus Pod Question:  If you have one, what is your favorite line from The Princess Bride? Music – Opening: “Why Did I Buy This?” Written, Performed, and Recorded by Jason Klamm Closing: “Storybook Love” Written and Performed by Willy DeVille Buy on iTunes

In this episode, Dan and Ari discuss the Matthew Perry vehicle, Three to Tango (1999).  They discuss stereotypes and breaking through them.  They also examine how Neve Campbell plays a savvy Pixie Dream Girl.  All that, and more, inside! Pod Question:  What is a movie that you enjoy that pushes the boundaries of political correctness? Answer in the comments! Music – Opening “Why Did I Buy This?”Written, Performed, and Recorded by Jason Klamm Closing “Jumpin’ East of Java” Performed by The Brian Setzer Orchestra Buy on iTunes  

Due to Ari having her wisdom teeth out, we do not have a new podcast this week.  What we DO have is a new theme song written, created, and performed by Jason Klamm, so enjoy that!

Dan and Ari discuss the severely underrated Disney film, The Emperor’s New Groove (2000).  They discuss lamp-shading and breaking the fourth wall.  Prepare for 00’s depression as Ari divulges how much she’s seen the film, and even more so when she discusses how much she’s heard the film.  Tune in! Pod Question:  Who is your favorite talking animal in a movie?  Answer in the comments! Music Opening “Walk the Llama Llama” Performed by Rascal Flatts Buy on iTunes Closing “My Funny Friend and Me” Lyrics by Sting Music by Sting & Dave Hartley Performed by Sting Buy on iTunes    

In this episode, Ari and Dan are joined by the foremost experts in the field of Idiocraciology, Jason Klamm (Comedy on Vinyl) and Kimberley.  There are discussions on the realities foretold by Idiocracy (2006) and Mike Judge.  Also, Jay quotes Dax Shepard.  A lot.  It’s because they are so similar in their loves of money and ‘batin’.  Sit back and enjoy!   Opening Buckaroo Written by Bob Morris Performed by Buck Owens’ Buckaroos Buy on iTunes Closing Nuevos Tiempos Written by Anthony ‘Citric’ Campos (as Anthony Campos), Rosalio Cruz and Jose Jimenez Jr. Performed by Pueblo Café Buy on iTunes

In this episode, Ari and Dan are joined by their friend Shannon to discuss why they bought Insidious (2010) and also why Shannon bought the kiwi made movie Housebound (2014) half an hour into watching it on Netflix.  Laughs and screams are had and, of course, there are shenanigans.  We apologize for any poorly done New Zealish accents you may encounter.   Opening “Tip Toe Thru’ the Tulips” Written by Joseph A. Burke and Al Dubin Performed by Tiny Tim Buy on iTunes Closing “Angel” Written by Alastair Riddell (as A Riddell) Performed by Alastair Riddell (as Space Waltz) Buy on Amplifier.co.nz

To commemorate International Children’s Book Day, Ari and Dan discuss the Wes Anderson animated film Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009) based upon the Roald Dahl book of the same name.  A discussion on how not liking this film is wrong is had.     Opening “Petey’s Song” Written by Jarvis Cocker, Wes Anderson, and Noah Baumbach Performed by Jarvis Cocker Buy on iTunes Closing “Let Her Dance” Written by Bobby Fuller Performed by The Bobby Fuller Four Buy on iTunes

In this episode Ari and Dan discuss the very eighties nineties buddy cop film The Hard Way (1991).  An examination of whether or not Michael J. Fox makes a convincing action star as well as the purpose and decline of movie novelizations is had.     Music Opening “Mama Said Knock You Out” Written by James Todd Smith Performed by LL Cool J Buy on iTunes Closing “Big Girls Don’t Cry” Written by Bob Crewe and Bob Gaudio Performed by Frankie Valli &The Four Seasons Buy on iTunes

Ari and Dan Make a triumphant return to podcasting with the help of Comedy on Vinyl‘s Jason Klamm.  In this episode they discuss Pixar’s famous superhero movie, The Incredibles (2004).  They discuss similarly themed media, such as Watchmen (2009) and Robert Mayer’s 1977 novel Super-Folks.   Music Opening “The Glory Days” Written by Michael Giacchino Buy on iTunes Closing “Superman” Written and Performed by Taylor Swift Buy on iTunes  

Ari and Dan are joined by Kimberley Reynolds to discuss their nerdy passion for everything Star Trek, specifically The Wrath of Khan (1982) and The Voyage Home (1986).  A good portion is spent comparing and contrasting with Into Darkness (2013).  Live long and prosper!   Music Opening “Star Trek IV – The Voyage Home (End Credits)” Written by Leonard Rosenman Buy on iTunes Closing “Star Trek II – The Wrath Of Khan (End Credits)” Written by James Horner Buy on iTunes

Ari and Dan get spooky in this nostalgic episode when they review Beetlejuice (1988) and Casper (1995). Music Opening “Casper The Friendly Ghost” Written by Mack David and Jerry Livingston Performed by Little Richard Produced by Richie Zito and Little Richard Arranged by Richie Zito Buy on iTunes Closing “Day-O” Written by Irving Burgie (as Lord Burgess) and William A. Attaway Performed by Harry Belafonte Courtesy of RCA Records Buy on iTunes

In the first episode of the second season, Ari and Dan are inspired by multiple marriages to discuss the relationship heavy films When Harry Met Sally (1989) and The Story of Us (1999). Music Opening “It Had to Be You” Written by Isham Jones and Gus Kahn Performed by Harry Connick, Jr. Buy on iTunes Closing “I Get Lost” By Eric Clapton From the Motion Picture Soundtrack Buy on iTunes