Episode 43 - The Big Lebowski
Look, man, I've got certain information about a podcast about the 25th anniversary of The Big Lebowski, all right? Certain things have come to light.
Episode 42 - To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before
Returning guest, Cameron Olbert, describes To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before as, “delightfully cringy,” which perfectly sums up number 49 on The 50 Best Rom-Coms list.
Episode 41 - 10 Things I Hate About You
Nathan and returning guest, Tara O’Connell, reminiscence about all things high school in the ‘90s as they discuss number 44 on The 50 Best Rom-Coms list, 10 Things I Hate About You.
Episode 40 - Amélie
We are venturing into the colorful landscape of France to discuss the international hit Amélie. First-time guest and fellow Normanite, Nikki Howell, joins Nathan to discuss the whimsical charm of this French film.
Episode 39 - Hitch
We have just one shot to make the difference between best-podcast-ever, and oh-it’s-just-one-podcast-I-listened-to-once. So, we hope that this episode covering Hitch, number 15 on The 50 Best Rom-Coms list, makes quite an impression on you.
Episode 38 - The 2023 Oscars Recap
The lights, the glamour, the … cocaine bear?! 🐻 In this special episode, Nathan recaps the 95th Academy Awards and discusses his general disappointment of the telecast despite being thrilled by the dominance of Everything Everywhere All at Once.
Episode 37 - (500) Days of Summer
Nathan and returning guest, Charles Mills, feel quite smitten about (500) Days of Summer and its innovative editing, incredible soundtrack and memorable scenes.
Episode 36 - She’s the Man
Grab your fake sideburns because we are going undercover to make the men’s soccer team as we discuss the 2006 film, She’s the Man.
Episode 35 - Forgetting Sarah Marshall
Longtime childhood friend, Cody Cofer, joins Nathan to talk about the surprising emotional depth of the raunchy comedy, Forgetting Sarah Marshall (2008).
Episode 34 - 27 Dresses
Former co-worker and friend, JoJo Woods, joins the podcast to discuss all the cheesy and cringy moments that makes 27 Dresses so memorable.
Episode 33 - Crazy, Stupid, Love.
Nathan and guest, Andrew Hudson, strive to be better than the Gap as they review number 35 on The 50 Best Rom-Coms list, Crazy, Stupid, Love.
Episode 32 - The Menu
We beg you to not casually listen to this episode. Savor. Relish. Consider every morsel that you place inside your ear. Be mindful. But do not just listen. This podcast is too precious for that.
Episode 31 - The Princess Bride
Inconceivable! The Princess Bride is number 19 on The 50 Best Rom-Coms list and returning guest, Michael Andres, returns to the podcast to break down this 80s family classic.
Episode 30 - How to Lose A Guy in 10 Days
We are hopping on our motorcycle to head to the Knicks playoff game as we kickoff our new series, The 50 Best Rom-Coms, with the number 43 entry, How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days.
Episode 29 - Top Ten T.V. Shows of 2022
It’s an early holiday gift to the Movies are Life listeners! In this bonus episode, Nathan is joined by returning guest, Mark Blitch, to list their favorite television/streaming shows from 2022.
Episode 28 - Top Ten Films of 2022
It’s the first year-end list of the podcast and Nathan has asked returning guest, Mark Blitch, to come on to break down their top ten films from the past year (or so).
Episode 27 - Smile/Barbarian
We promise, the podcast isn’t trying to ruin your holiday cheer by talking about two of the most successful and intense horror movies from this year, Smile and Barbarian.
Episode 26 - A Christmas Story Christmas
Does the HBO Max legacy sequel A Christmas Story Christmas live up to its predecessor? Nathan and guest, Clint Parker, debate whether this film captures the magic of the original, as well as discuss their favorite Christmas movies and childhood presents.
Episode 25 - Gandhi
Listen as Nathan and guest, Cameron Olbert, discuss the impact of Gandhi’s vision for his home country, the subtle power of this Best Picture winner and the amazing feat of Ben Kingsley making hand spun clothing while delivering his lines. Though Gandhi is not thought of as a holiday film, this film’s themes of peace are a perfect companion to this Thanksgiving week.
Episode 24 - Weird: The Al Yankovic Story
It’s time for the podcast to get nerdy as Nathan and frequent guest, Kyle Radford, discuss all things parody in the new “biopic” Weird: The Al Yankovic Story.