30something Movie Podcast

Step into the rustbelt boardrooms and brake pad warehouses of Tommy Boy, where slapstick meets sincerity under the flickering lights of a family-run auto parts empire. We’re diving into this Chris Farley–driven blend of heart, hilarity, and hijinks, unpacking the unlikely charisma of Farley and David Spade, the redemption arc of a lovable screw-up, and what this film says about loyalty, legacy, and finding your footing—one disastrous sales call at a time. Did you enjoy the episode? Don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Want even more? Get bonus content and connect with us directly by supporting the show on Patreon. For additional episodes and exclusive insights, head to www.30podcast.com. And if you love what you hear, leave us a glowing review on your favorite podcast app—especially Apple Podcasts. Your support keeps the show going!

Walk with us through the West Wing and into the heart of The American President, where romance meets realpolitik under the soft glow of the White House. We’re diving into this Aaron Sorkin-penned blend of idealism, charm, and sharp political drama, unpacking the chemistry between Michael Douglas and Annette Bening, the dream of a more noble presidency, and what this film says about leadership, image, and the power of personal conviction. Did you enjoy the episode? Don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Want even more? Get bonus content and connect with us directly by supporting the show on Patreon. For additional episodes and exclusive insights, head to www.30podcast.com. And if you love what you hear, leave us a glowing review on your favorite podcast app—especially Apple Podcasts. Your support keeps the show going!

This week, we're watching Leaving Las Vegas, a film that doesn’t ask for redemption, only recognition. Nicolas Cage gives us Ben, unraveling with grace and fire, while Elisabeth Shue’s Sera offers a love that doesn’t try to fix—just to see. Together, they create something devastatingly honest: a portrait of two broken souls who find fleeting solace in each other’s ruin. Did you enjoy the episode? Don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Want even more? Get bonus content and connect with us directly by supporting the show on Patreon. For additional episodes and exclusive insights, head to www.30podcast.com. And if you love what you hear, leave us a glowing review on your favorite podcast app—especially Apple Podcasts. Your support keeps the show going!

Draw the curtains and lean in close as we descend into the dreamy, disquieting world of Blue Velvet. For our 10th anniversary rewatch, we’ll peel back the facade of small-town America to explore the shadows underneath—desire, violence, and the search for truth. Through David Lynch’s surreal lens, we’ll examine the collision of innocence and corruption, the intoxicating pull of mystery, and the way darkness often hides in plain sight. Did you enjoy the episode? Don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Want even more? Get bonus content and connect with us directly by supporting the show on Patreon. For additional episodes and exclusive insights, head to www.30podcast.com. And if you love what you hear, leave us a glowing review on your favorite podcast app—especially Apple Podcasts. Your support keeps the show going!

Pick up your instruments as we dive into the decades-spanning score of Mr. Holland's Opus. We’ll explore the poignant journey of a composer who puts his magnum opus on hold for a teaching career, the profound, evolving impact he has on generations of students, and the complex sacrifices demanded by family and unforeseen life paths. Did you enjoy the episode? Don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Want even more? Get bonus content and connect with us directly by supporting the show on Patreon. For additional episodes and exclusive insights, head to www.30podcast.com. And if you love what you hear, leave us a glowing review on your favorite podcast app—especially Apple Podcasts. Your support keeps the show going!

This week, we're grabbing a courtside seat and catching a flight back to Forget Paris. There's the often-comedic chaos of married life, the clever friends-at-a-restaurant framing device, and that signature Billy Crystal charm. Is it a funny, insightful look at making love last beyond the honeymoon phase—or does the reality of career clashes make you want to, well, forget Paris? Did you enjoy the episode? Don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Want even more? Get bonus content and connect with us directly by supporting the show on Patreon. For additional episodes and exclusive insights, head to www.30podcast.com. And if you love what you hear, leave us a glowing review on your favorite podcast app—especially Apple Podcasts. Your support keeps the show going!

This week, we’re slipping into a silk mask and diving into Don Juan DeMarco. We’ll be exploring its romantic fantasy vibes, the dreamlike storytelling, and that irresistible Depp-Brando dynamic. Is it a charming tale of passion and self-discovery—or just a seductive illusion wrapped in old-school charm? Did you enjoy the episode? Don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Want even more? Get bonus content and connect with us directly by supporting the show on Patreon. For additional episodes and exclusive insights, head to www.30podcast.com. And if you love what you hear, leave us a glowing review on your favorite podcast app—especially Apple Podcasts. Your support keeps the show going!

Hey everybody! I'm sharing a quick announcement in case you've noticed our release schedule getting a bit off lately and you don't follow us on any social media. I was notified a few weeks ago that the role in my school district is being eliminated. That being the case, quite a bit of my time lately has been spent doing some searching, applying, etc., to new jobs. We're working to make sure we don't skip too much of a beat with getting new episodes out, but we wanted you to be aware of that little life update. Be excellent to each other!

This week, we’re headed to Empire Records and they're open 'til midnight. We’ll be celebrating its cult classic status and ultimate 90s vibes, but also taking a closer look at its chaotic charm and depiction of youth rebellion. Is it a quirky anthem of teen freedom, or just a beautiful mess of a movie? Did you enjoy the episode? Don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Want even more? Get bonus content and connect with us directly by supporting the show on Patreon. For additional episodes and exclusive insights, head to www.30podcast.com. And if you love what you hear, leave us a glowing review on your favorite podcast app—especially Apple Podcasts. Your support keeps the show going!

This week, we're taking on Dangerous Minds. We'll be examining its powerful message and 90s nostalgia, but also questioning its depiction of students and whether it perpetuates harmful stereotypes. Does it inspire, or does it miss the mark? Did you enjoy the episode? Don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Want even more? Get bonus content and connect with us directly by supporting the show on Patreon. For additional episodes and exclusive insights, head to www.30podcast.com. And if you love what you hear, leave us a glowing review on your favorite podcast app—especially Apple Podcasts. Your support keeps the show going!

Great Scott! Ten years?! To celebrate a decade of podcasting, we're firing up the DeLorean and revisiting the timeless classic, Back to the Future! Join us as we explore the 80s magic, the 50s nostalgia, and the time-traveling mayhem. Check your flux capacitors and then listen in! Did you enjoy the episode? Don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Want even more? Get bonus content and connect with us directly by supporting the show on Patreon. For additional episodes and exclusive insights, head to www.30podcast.com. And if you love what you hear, leave us a glowing review on your favorite podcast app—especially Apple Podcasts. Your support keeps the show going!

As if... you won't want to miss this one! Join us as we dive into Amy Heckerling’s Clueless, navigating high school hierarchies, makeover montages, and the eternal debate over whether it’s better to be a Betty or a Baldwin. Did you enjoy the episode? Don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Want even more? Get bonus content and connect with us directly by supporting the show on Patreon. For additional episodes and exclusive insights, head to www.30podcast.com. And if you love what you hear, leave us a glowing review on your favorite podcast app—especially Apple Podcasts. Your support keeps the show going!

We're hitting the food court! Join us as we dive into Kevin Smith's Mallrats, exploring teen angst, comic book obsession, and the existential dread of the back of a Volkswagen. Did you enjoy the episode? Don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Want even more? Get bonus content and connect with us directly by supporting the show on Patreon. For additional episodes and exclusive insights, head to www.30podcast.com. And if you love what you hear, leave us a glowing review on your favorite podcast app—especially Apple Podcasts. Your support keeps the show going!

Join us as we revisit a classic from our archives for our anniversary episode: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial! This time, we're joined by special guest Padraig, one of our Patreon Co-Executive Producers, for his very first viewing of this iconic movie. Did E.T. still hold up after all these years? Does Padraig become a believer? Tune in to find out as we celebrate a decade of podcasting with a trip back to the stars! Did you enjoy the episode? Don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Want even more? Get bonus content and connect with us directly by supporting the show on Patreon. For additional episodes and exclusive insights, head to www.30podcast.com. And if you love what you hear, leave us a glowing review on your favorite podcast app—especially Apple Podcasts. Your support keeps the show going!

Remember when a pig could change the world? We do! Dust off your memories and join us for a nostalgic trip back to the farm with "Babe." Prepare for a heartwarming journey that'll leave you saying, "That'll do!" Did you enjoy the episode? Don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Want even more? Get bonus content and connect with us directly by supporting the show on Patreon. For additional episodes and exclusive insights, head to www.30podcast.com. And if you love what you hear, leave us a glowing review on your favorite podcast app—especially Apple Podcasts. Your support keeps the show going!

Step into Whipstaff Manor with us as we revisit Casper (1995), the ghostly ‘90s classic that made us all wonder—was Casper just friendly, or was he seriously crushing on Christina Ricci? Tune in… if you dare (but, like, in a totally PG way). Did you enjoy the episode? Don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Want even more? Get bonus content and connect with us directly by supporting the show on Patreon. For additional episodes and exclusive insights, head to www.30podcast.com. And if you love what you hear, leave us a glowing review on your favorite podcast app—especially Apple Podcasts. Your support keeps the show going!

Paint with all the colors of nostalgia as we journey back to 1995 and revisit Pocahontas! From its stunning animation to its unforgettable soundtrack, we’re diving deep into the Disney classic that aimed to tell a historical tale with heart. But with its romanticized history and creative liberties, does it still hold up today—or is it a problematic piece of the Disney legacy? Did you enjoy the episode? Don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Want even more? Get bonus content and connect with us directly by supporting the show on Patreon. For additional episodes and exclusive insights, head to www.30podcast.com. And if you love what you hear, leave us a glowing review on your favorite podcast app—especially Apple Podcasts. Your support keeps the show going!

To infinity and beyond! We’re taking a nostalgic trip back to 1995 to revisit the movie that changed animation forever—Toy Story! Join us as we dive into the world of Woody, Buzz, and the gang, and discuss why this Pixar classic still holds up today. Did you enjoy the episode? Don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Want even more? Get bonus content and connect with us directly by supporting the show on Patreon. For additional episodes and exclusive insights, head to www.30podcast.com. And if you love what you hear, leave us a glowing review on your favorite podcast app—especially Apple Podcasts. Your support keeps the show going!

Do you hear the people sing? They're singing about how amazing Les Miserables is! Join us as we take to the barricades and discuss how much we love this musical. Did you enjoy the episode? Don't forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Dive even deeper with bonus content and engage directly with us by supporting our show on Patreon. For additional episodes and exclusive insights, head to www.30podcast.com, and if you love what you hear, leave us a glowing review on your podcast app of choice, especially Apple Podcasts. Your support keeps the show going!

In this episode, we don our tinfoil hats and dive into the Nixon tapes and all of the accompanying intrigue from one of the most controversial presidents in American history. Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4eFxWLPRuoo  Did you enjoy the episode? Don't forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Dive even deeper with bonus content and engage directly with us by supporting our show on Patreon. For additional episodes and exclusive insights, head to www.30podcast.com, and if you love what you hear, leave us a glowing review on your podcast app of choice, especially Apple Podcasts. Your support keeps the show going!