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Bob and Brad look back on Pixar's 2003 classic Finding Nemo , which was the studio's first non- Toy Story film to garner "masterpiece" acclaim from critics. In fact, Time magazine listed it as one of the 100 greatest films of all time. But the guys want to know: does it hold up? They talk performances and nitpicks with the script, while wondering how different some of the material would be written if the film were being made in 2020. Meanwhile, they continue through a flight of four Four Roses s...

Bob and Brad look back at a critical darling, the 2003 indie hit "Lost in Translation." They both rave about the lead performances by Bill Murray and Scarlett Johansson , but have quite a few grievances with writer-director Sofia Coppola 's script. The guys break down whether Murray's character is even sympathetic, and how some of the jokes veer into actual racism. Meanwhile, they take the opportunity to try their first Japanese whisky, Nikka Gold and Gold . This is a spirit that's usually onl...

Bob and Brad are joined by frequent guest host Jordan McCain to review their first Stanley Kubrick film, his seminal 1968 classic 2001: A Space Odyssey . This film legitimized the science fiction genre in contemporary American cinema and is considered by many one of the five best films ever made. Bob, however, is significantly cooler on it in his review. Meanwhile, Brad has procured a bottle of Glenmorangie Quinta Ruban 14-Year . Last season, the 12-year Quinta Ruban was the highest-rated whiske...

Bob and Brad break down the 2020 Oscars, including a discussion of how films get nominated, the politics behind which films win, and why the Academy always seems to nominate movies that regular people have never heard of. Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes every Monday. Film & Whiskey Instagram Film & Whiskey Facebook Film & Whiskey Twitter Call-in Line: (216) 800-5923 Email us ! Theme music: "New Shoes" by Blue Wednesday Sound effects via Daniel Simion and espectral --- Send in a voice mess...

Bob and Brad complete their Harry Potter double-header with the second film in the series, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. The big question facing them this time around is whether it lives up to the standard set by the first film. They also go in-depth on the performances, especially by the three child actors. Meanwhile, they sip on a flagship bourbon, Buffalo Trace , an affordable whiskey that for some reason is highly sought-after, to the extent that many stores implement a one-per-cu...

Bob and Brad continue their Top Fives series by breaking down their top five lists of films they think deserve a remake. Meanwhile, they sip on Three Chord Bourbon , a craft whiskey that prizes musicianship. Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes every Monday. Film & Whiskey Instagram Film & Whiskey Facebook Film & Whiskey Twitter Call-in Line: (216) 800-5923 Email us ! Join our Discord channel! Theme music: "New Shoes" by Blue Wednesday Special music: "Choose Your Path" by Jingle Punks Sound effe...

Bob and Brad begin a seasons-long journey into the world of Harry Potter with the 2001 fantasy classic Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. They discuss how well everything seems to hold up after nearly 20 years: the performances (well, we give the kids a pass), the sets, the cinematography, even Chris Columbus' direction. The movie may be about 25 minutes too long, but it's still a blast. Meanwhile, they try another barrel-proof whiskey, this time a bourbon from Elijah Craig . Brad didn't lik...

With the release of the new Star Wars film, Bob and Brad look back at 1980's The Empire Strikes Back . This is the best-loved of all Star Wars films, but how well does it hold up nearly 40 years later? Meanwhile, they try a popular blend of bourbon, rye, and scotch, the extra-smoky Campfire by High West Distillery . There is a lot going on in this whiskey, and both hosts acknowledge its ambition, but the real question is whether it's any good, or if it justifies its $70 price tag. 0:00 - Intro a...

For the week of Christmas, Bob and Brad drink TX Whiskey while arguing between the TV Christmas specials How the Grinch Stole Christmas and A Charlie Brown Christmas . Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes every Monday. Film & Whiskey Instagram Film & Whiskey Facebook Film & Whiskey Twitter Call-in Line: (216) 800-5923 Email us ! Join our Discord channel! Theme music: "New Shoes" by Blue Wednesday Sound effects via Daniel Simion and espectral --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/filmw...

As 2019 winds down, and the decade with it, Bob and Brad look back on the biggest cinematic letdowns of the 2010s. While these movies may not be bad, per se , they certainly didn't live up to expectations or hype. Meanwhile, they sample some experimental offerings from Doc Swinson 's Whiskey: a rye finished in rum casks, and a 12-year cabernet sauvignon-finished bourbon. Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes every Monday. Film & Whiskey Instagram Film & Whiskey Facebook Film & Whiskey Twitter Cal...

On its fifth anniversary, Bob and Brad are rejoined by guest host Jordan McCain for a look back at 2014's Best Picture winner, Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) . They try their hardest to answer the question: is this movie pretentious, or is it a crowd-pleaser? They also touch on its depiction of actors, theatergoers, critics, and audiences alike, and the role of satire in a dark comedy like this. Meanwhile, they try a popular beer-barrel finished whiskey, Jameson Caskmates IPA, e...

Bob and Brad are joined by new guest host James Talbert to discuss 1989's controversial classic, Do the Right Thing , while sampling two bourbons from the Coopers' Craft line. 0:00 - Intro and Initial Thoughts 42:00 - Coopers' Craft and Coopers' Craft 100 Review 54:45- Analysis and Final Thoughts Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes every Monday. Film & Whiskey Instagram Film & Whiskey Facebook Film & Whiskey Twitter Call-in Line: (216) 800-5923 Email us ! Theme music: "New Shoes" by Blue Wednes...

Bourbon Charity, a really incredible force for good in the world (and in the world of spirits), sent along a box of five bottled-in-bond bourbons to sample in the blind. Bob and Brad know which five whiskeys are in the box, but have no idea what's in each numbered bottle. Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes every Monday. Check out Bourbon Charity's site for more info. Film & Whiskey Instagram Film & Whiskey Facebook Film & Whiskey Twitter Call-in Line: (216) 800-5923 Email us ! Theme music: "Ne...

Just in time for Thanksgiving, Bob and Brad continue their block of films from 1939 with the enduring classic The Wizard of Oz . Spoiler alert: Brad might not be a huge fan of this movie. Between criticisms of the script and (for Brad) at least one main character, they find room to praise the music and a lot of the technical achievements of the movie. Still, Dorothy kills two people--KILLS THEM--with no consequences. Meanwhile, they finish off their sampler of Redbreast Irish Whiskey with the Re...

In honor of the 80th anniversary of Hollywood's Golden Year, Bob and Brad continue their block of films from 1939 with the John Ford classic Stagecoach . This is a movie that even Orson Welles praised for its technical brilliance. But does it hold up, even against other Westerns? The guys disagree. They discuss the breakout performance of The Duke himself, John Wayne , and comment on an Oscar-winning turn from character actor Thomas Mitchell . Meanwhile, they finally get around to trying a whisk...

Bob and Brad sit down with Tim Piersant , CEO and co-founder of Chattanooga Whiskey , to drink two varieties of their Tennessee High Malt and discuss Tim's favorite film, National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation . Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes every Monday. Film & Whiskey Instagram Film & Whiskey Facebook Film & Whiskey Twitter Call-in Line: (216) 800-5923 Email us ! Theme music: "New Shoes" by Blue Wednesday Sound effects via Daniel Simion and espectral --- Send in a voice message: https:...

Bob and Brad start their four-week series on the films of 1939 by looking at Frank Capra's government classic "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington" and trying one of America's favorite bourbons. 0:00 - Intro and Initial Thoughts 30:35 - Bulleit Bourbon Review 40:40 - Analysis and Final Thoughts Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes every Monday. Film & Whiskey Instagram Film & Whiskey Facebook Film & Whiskey Twitter Call-in Line: (216) 800-5923 Email us ! Theme music: "New Shoes" by Blue Wednesday Sound...

Bob and Brad sit down with Paul Hletko, founder of FEW Spirits , to drink some delicious rye and discuss Paul's favorite film, 1984 mockumentary classic This is Spinal Tap . Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes every Monday. Film & Whiskey Instagram Film & Whiskey Facebook Film & Whiskey Twitter Call-in Line: (216) 800-5923 Email us ! Theme music: "New Shoes" by Blue Wednesday Sound effects via Daniel Simion and espectral --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/filmwhiskey/messageSuppo...

Bob and Brad finally watch a movie that neither of them had seen before, 1989's "When Harry Met Sally..." and move on to the next in their Redbreast lineup. 0:00 - Intro and Initial Thoughts 27:23 - Redbreast Lustau Review 36:42- Analysis and Final Thoughts Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes every Monday. Film & Whiskey Instagram Film & Whiskey Facebook Film & Whiskey Twitter Call-in Line: (216) 800-5923 Email us ! Theme music: "New Shoes" by Blue Wednesday Sound effects via Daniel Simion and ...

Bob and Brad make their way through a blind flight sent to them by Sean Dettling of Big Escambia Distilling. Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes every Monday. Film & Whiskey Instagram Film & Whiskey Facebook Film & Whiskey Twitter Call-in Line: (216) 800-5923 Email us ! Theme music: "New Shoes" by Blue Wednesday Sound effects via Daniel Simion and espectral --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/filmwhiskey/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/filmwhiskey/support

For Halloween, Bob and Brad are joined by guest Jen Lowers to look back on the 40th anniversary of Ridley Scott's classic, Alien . Jen shares that this is one of her all-time favorite films, and she helps the guys break down the deeper meaning of Scott's terror-fest. Meanwhile, the guys sip on some EH Taylor Small Batch , a mid-shelf bourbon that disappears from stores at top-shelf speed. Is it worth the hype? 0:00 - Intro and Initial Thoughts 27:30 - EH Taylor Small Batch Review 36:40- Analysis...

The guys start a new interview series, "Whiskey Talk," and their first guest is Josh Larsen, a Chicago-based movie critic who hosts the incredibly popular podcast Filmspotting . He is also the editor at Think Christian and author of Movies are Prayers . The guys talk with Josh about the nature of film criticism, how the average film-goer can start watching with a more keen eye, and how movies can be like prayers. Meanwhile, they sip on a local Illinois whiskey, FEW Bourbon . Film & Whiskey Podca...

Bob and Brad kick off season 2 with one of the most popular American films of all-time, Christopher Nolan's Bat-sequel The Dark Knight , and drink an affordable but hard-to-find rye. 0:00 - Intro and Initial Thoughts 32:50 - Sazerac Rye Review 39:35 - Analysis and Final Thoughts Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes every Monday. Film & Whiskey Instagram Film & Whiskey Facebook Film & Whiskey Twitter Call-in Line: (216) 800-5923 Email us ! Theme music: "New Shoes" by Blue Wednesday Sound effects ...