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In today's episode, we've got something special: a thrilling dive into the 1993 action-packed classic, The Fugitive, and a taste of the bold and beautiful Green River Straight Rye Whiskey. And guess what? We're joined by the incredible Patrick H. Willems, YouTube's own cinema savant, to dissect the film and sip on some fine whiskey. Timestamps: (0:00) Intro (7:25) Brad Explains The Fugitive (9:13) Performances and Themes (42:50) Green River Rye Review (55:02) Patrick's Favorite Things (59:45) Tw...

Bob and Brad strike a chord with the 1992 comedy musical sensation, Sister Act . Featuring the incomparable Whoopi Goldberg, this classic film blends humor with heartwarming moments in a story that remains a favorite. The hosts dissect the performances, themes, and the enduring legacy of this hilarious movie that they'd somehow never seen. They explore the dynamic performances of Whoopi Goldberg and Maggie Smith and discuss the iconic soundtrack that adds to the film's charm. In the second half,...

Join us for a thrilling adventure back to 1991 as we dive into Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves . We discuss everything from Kevin Costner 's portrayal of the legendary outlaw to Alan Rickman 's unforgettable Sheriff of Nottingham. Then, we shift our focus to a Speyside treat – Glen Moray 12 Year Single Malt Scotch . We explore its flavor profile, history, and whether it's a must-try for whisky enthusiasts. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 6:20 - Brad Explains 7:45 - Performances, Themes 25:45 - Glen Moray...

In this special episode of Film & Whiskey, hosts Bob and Brad dive deep into the 2024 Oscar nominations, discuss the major categories, and reveal their picks for the best movies of 2023. In a fun twist, they also review Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #11, offering their unique insights into this premium Kentucky bourbon. Timestamps (0:00) Intro, Best Actor and Best Actress (16:17) Best Director and Best Picture (27:21) Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #11 review (43:10) Two...

We've arrived in the 90s with our Season 8 slate, and we're kicking off the decade with a holiday favorite – the 1990 classic Home Alone . Join us as we dive into the hilarious world of Kevin McCallister, brilliantly played by Macaulay Culkin . We'll talk about the film's legacy, its unforgettable soundtrack, and those ingenious booby traps that make Home Alone an enduring holiday classic. We're also sampling Lexington Bourbon , a whiskey that, despite its name, comes from a mysterious provenanc...

Bob and Brad dive into the dark and intriguing world of Gotham City with Tim Burton 's 1989 classic, Batman , starring Michael Keaton as the caped crusader and Jack Nicholson as the iconic Joker. We explore the film's impact on the superhero genre, its visual style, and the memorable performances that cemented its place as the highest-grossing film of its year. Following the film analysis, we shift to a tantalizing whiskey tasting session featuring Lot 40 Canadian Rye Whisky . Timestamps : (0:00...

It's the Season 8 premiere of Film & Whiskey! This season, we're looking at blockbusters by year, starting with the 1988 Oscar-winning Rain Man , starring Dustin Hoffman and Tom Cruise. We explore the nuanced performances, the surprisingly-not-problematic treatment of autism, and the film's lasting legacy. Then, we review the affordable Old Pulteney 12-Year Single Malt Scotch, discussing its maritime heritage and unique flavor profile. Timestamps: (0:00) Intro (12:05) Brad Explains (14:34) Perfo...

Welcome to the special Season 8 preview of Film & Whiskey, where we're about to embark on an epic journey through the highest-grossing films from 1988 to 2019. In this bonus episode, hosts Bob and Brad reveal the 32 blockbuster movies that will grace our screens and discussions in the upcoming season. And as we traverse through the list of cinematic greats, we'll be sipping and discussing Broken Barrel 's core four whiskeys, joined by the founder of Broken Barrel, Seth Benhaim . We delve into th...

Welcome to the grand finale of Zach's Whiskey Corner on Film & Whiskey! We're thrilled to have Steve Bramucci from UPROXXLIFE joining Zach as we saddle up for a deep dive into the legendary Western, "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid." While we explore the wilds of this masterpiece, we'll also be savoring the rugged and refined tastes of Wyoming Whiskey . It's a journey through the Old West like no other, with plenty of whiskey wisdom along the way. Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes every Tu...

Welcome back to Film & Whiskey, where this Christmas, we're continuing our beloved Cruisemas tradition! In this festive episode, Brad and Bob are exploring the charismatic world of Tom Cruise through the lens of his heartwarming 1996 classic, "Jerry Maguire." As we unravel the threads that make this film a standout in Cruise's career and a gem in the romantic movie genre, prepare for a deep dive into its most iconic moments, memorable quotes, and the unique charm that keeps us all saying, "You h...

Welcome back to Zach's Whiskey Corner, a unique fusion of film lore and whiskey lore, hosted by Zach Johnston from Uproxx . In this episode, we're joined by Lee Diaz of ReserveBar for a nostalgic trip back to the 90s with the coming-of-age classic, "Dazed and Confused." To complement our film discussion, we're savoring the rich and unique Balcones Cataleja whiskey. Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes every Tuesday. Film & Whiskey ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Welcome to another action-packed episode of Zach's Whiskey Corner, part of the Film & Whiskey Podcast. Today, host Zach Johnston from Uproxx delves into the adrenaline-fueled world of "First Blood," the cult classic action movie. Joining Zach are two special guests: Adam Tod Brown, the brilliant mind behind the "You Don't Even Like This Show" Podcast, and Mike "Danger" Van Gorder from the band Countless Thousands. We're not just talking movies; we're also tasting the unique Woodinville Whiskey G...

Welcome back to Zach's Whiskey Corner, a special segment of Film & Whiskey where spirits and cinema blend seamlessly. In this episode, Zach Johnston , spirits editor at Uproxx, is joined by Ian Sulkowski , Brand Ambassador for Old Forester and Brown-Forman. We're taking a nostalgic ride back to the 90s with the comedy classic "Wayne's World" and sipping on the exceptional Old Forester Birthday Bourbon 2023 vintage. Get ready for a journey through iconic movie moments and a rare bourbon experienc...

Welcome to "Zach's Whiskey Corner", a special presentation of the Film & Whiskey podcast. Host Zach Johnston , spirits editor for Uproxx, takes us on a journey to Scotland to chat with Ewan Morgan, the renowned Diageo Luxury Whiskey Ambassador. Together, we're exploring the depths of Ken Loach's heartwarming 2012 film, "The Angel's Share," and pairing it with a tasting of the exquisite and ultra-rare Mortlach 20 single malt scotch whisky from Diageo's prestigious lineup. It's an episode where Sc...

Welcome to our annual Hanksgiving special on Film & Whiskey! Bob and Brad dive deep into the heartwarming and complex world of the 2013 Disney film, "Saving Mr. Banks." Join us as we explore Tom Hanks' portrayal of Walt Disney, Emma Thompson's stellar performance as P.L. Travers, and the intricate dance between the Disney behind-the-scenes story and the creation of the beloved classic, Mary Poppins. Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes every Tuesday. Theme music: "New Shoes" by Blue Wednesday Fi...

Bob and Brad dive into the cinematic battlefield with the remaining 8 films from this season. It's not just about movies; the episode is also flavored with the exclusive tasting of the 2023 Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye from the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection. Get ready for intense debates, unexpected twists, and a whiskey experience like no other as we crown the ultimate champion of our Movie Madness Bracket. -- We're tackling the final eight films in our Movie Madness Bracket Challenge, where ...

Bob and Brad pit all 32 films from Season Seven against each other in a Madness-style bracket. As the stakes get higher and the decisions tougher, our hosts aren't just debating over films; they're sampling and reviewing three exceptional bourbons from Barrell Craft Spirits: Foundation, A Tale of Two Islands, and Amburana Finished. So, sit back, pour yourself a glass, and join us as we embark on this fiery abyss of movie battles and bourbon bliss. -- From the suspenseful twists of "Dial M for Mu...

Dive deep into the world of suspense and spirits as Bob and Brad embark on a thrilling journey, scoring the master of suspense, Alfred Hitchcock , with their patently ridiculous 5-point directorial metric. We dissect Hitchcock's iconic style, from the innovative editing techniques that kept audiences on the edge of their seats to the cinematic cohesion that binds his filmography into a unified legacy of thrillers. Then, we sample three new American Single Malts from Old Line Spirits. 0:00 Scorin...

In this gripping episode of Film & Whiskey , Bob and Brad, alongside film critic Daniel Joyaux , dissect Alfred Hitchcock 's innovative 1954 3-D thriller, " Dial M for Murder ." As we navigate through the intricacies of the film's plot and Hitchcock's directorial techniques, our hosts also conclude their ambitious five-sample flight of 1792 bourbons with the robust and high-proof, 1792 Full Proof bourbon. Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 05:15 Brad Explains 09:15 Performances and Themes 36:05 1792 ...

In this exciting episode of Film & Whiskey , Bob and Brad sit down with bestselling author Scott Eyman to discuss his latest book, Charlie Chaplin vs. America: When Art, Sex, and Politics Collided . Eyman dives deep into the life of Charlie Chaplin during the postwar Red Scare, detailing the events that led to his exile from the United States and the impact this had on his film career. Alongside the interview, Bob and Brad discuss Chaplin's classic films like "City Lights" and "Modern Times," ex...

Grab your tickets as Bob and Brad delve into Alfred Hitchcock 's 1935 classic, " The 39 Steps ." One of Hitchcock's early masterpieces, this film set the stage for the suspense and thriller cinema that would dominate his career. But will it work for Brad, who's been mixed on this Hitchcock miniseries? Meanwhile, the hosts take a moment to savor the flavors of 1792 Single Barrel bourbon. From the world of classic British cinema to the depths of a bourbon glass, it's a ride you won't want to miss!...

Dive into the suspenseful world of Alfred Hitchcock with Bob and Brad as they discuss the 1943 classic, Shadow of a Doubt , one of Hitchcock's best films from the 1940s. If that isn't enticing enough, they also take a flavorful detour to review 1792 High Rye bourbon. After the past two weeks, where other 1792 products have let them down, will this be the one to turn around their opinions? Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 07:30 - Brad Explains "Shadow of a Doubt" 11:50 - Themes and Performances 29:35 - 1...

Join Bob and Brad as they delve into the suspenseful world of Alfred Hitchcock with his experimental 1948 classic Rope . With stellar performances by James Stewart and John Dall , this 80-minute thriller is a pure exercise in suspense. Midway, our hosts also uncork the 1 792 Sweet Wheat bourbon , offering tasting notes that might just be as thrilling as the film's plot twists. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 09:30 - Brad Explains 11:20 - Themes and Performances 29:20 - 1792 Sweet Wheat Bourbon Review 3...

Bob and Brad delve deep into the realm of classic cinema with Alfred Hitchcock 's iconic 1946 film, Notorious . As part of their short Hitchcock retrospective, they break down this film noir masterpiece, highlighting its themes, cinematography, and Hitchcock's distinct directorial style. Midway, the duo shifts gears to tantalize their taste buds with the robust flavors of 1 792 Small Batch Bourbon. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Hitchcock's "Notorious" 06:25] Understanding the film's themes a...