Rich Cooley, Director of Production and Entertainment for the Anaheim Ducks NHL hockey team and the Honda Center, joins us to chat about the movies that have made him the man he is today. Listen in, as we cajole him into committing to his five favorite films and we discuss Butch Cassidy and the Ducks, mafia management 101, are you in or are you out?, and potential podcast ventures.
Eddie Furth
Eddie Furth, comedian, actor, and host of Historical Roast at the Nerdmelt Showroom in Los Angeles, joins us for a fun discussion of the movies that made him the entertaining man he is today. Listen in as we discuss mainlining gummy bears, yo momma, dinosaur birthdays, and fabric store torture. And stick with us as we veer off beyond influences, into magical free plugs and Ted Talks.
Tim Prettyman
Artist Tim Prettyman joins us to discuss the films that have influenced him to be the person he is today. Don't miss the new comic book, Winken Blinken & Nod, from Tim and our past guest Mike Matola (episode 6)! Issue #1 is available now, with more to come soon! Listen in to this fun episode, as we chat about movie geography, breaking VHS tabs, vulgar little men, and artists helping artists.
Ben Cuatt
Ben Cuatt, community college instructor and historical re-enactor, joins us for a look at the films that have influenced him to be the person he is today. Listen in, as we discuss toilet paper lightsabers, siege warfare, the Disney guide to dating, and finding your crew.
William Rooklidge
William (Bill) Rooklidge joins us to share the movies that have made him the man he is today. Bill is a patent litigation attorney for a major international law firm, so you might expect his influential films to feature courtrooms and legal intrigue. Listen in to find out if that's the case. We'll discuss all the evidence, including hearty handclasps, the kings of anarchy, bonding moments, exuberant manhood, and learning what not to do.
Brendan Creecy
Brendan Creecy, host of the Radio Brendoman podcast, spoke with us briefly during Movies Made Me episode 16 from the L.A. Podcast Festival. We're thrilled to have him join us for a full episode, to share his list of five movies that have made him who he is today. Listen in to this energetic episode, as we discuss vinyl podcasts, pep talks from your heroes, fluke filmmakers, and the power of 90210.
First Anniversary Celebration
Join the party as we bring you a celebration of our first anniversary! Past guests Jeff "Swampy" Marsh (episode 7), Janet Joyce Holden (episode 2), Michelle Nava (episode 3), Dan Shippey (episode 8), and Kelly Shippey (episode 13) come together for a raucous and free-wheeling conversation about the past year of Movies Made Me, Clancy Brown's priorities, the tyranny of the five, insults from Cloris Leachman, and the worst movie for any situation.
Monica Parker
Monica Parker, author of Getting Waisted: A Survival Guide to Being Fat in a Society That Loves Thin and OMG! How Children See God; co-writer of the beloved animated film All Dogs Go To Heaven; and theater, film and television actor, joins us to delve into the films that have influenced her to become the woman she is today. Listen in, as we discuss the power of packaging, discovering your inner Norma Rae, enjoying violence (in the proper places), and philosophical spirals.
David Blake Lucarelli
David Blake Lucarelli, author of the graphic novel series The Children's Vampire Hunting Brigade, editor of the horror anthology Winter Horror Days (also featuring our episode 2 guest Janet Joyce Holden) and motion picture ADR Recordist, discusses the films that have influenced him to be the person he is today. Join us, as we delve into completing the circle, living in other worlds, loving your favorite rock band even when they threaten to sue, and swimming with Cheap Trick.
Daniel "Bad Apple" Ramirez
Daniel "Bad Apple" Ramirez, creative designer/illustrator/animator, joins us for a discussion of the films that have most influenced him in his journey to becoming the person he is today. Listen in, as we chat about sweaty hands, groundbreaking art, all the feels, and finding your future at 7-11.
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Martin Casella
Martin Casella, playwright and actor, best known for his role as Marty in Poltergeist, joins us to discuss his career in film, his success in live theater, and the films that have most influenced him to be the man he is today. Listen in, as we chat about Capracorn, seeing the world through film, the many routes to catharsis, and the wisdom of film critics.
Patrick Foss
Patrick Foss, host of Repeat All podcast, is our guest for a deep conversation about the films that have made him who he is today. You may have heard Patrick discuss one of his influential films on episode 16 from the L.A. Podcast Festival. He joins us now for a full-length look at his influences. Listen in, as we discuss mastering not mastering, why Ewoks are cool, metal buffaloes, and supporting your favorite band even when they don't exist.
Captain Rusty Rice
We're joined by Captain Rusty Rice, professional adventurer, sailor, and EMT, for a look into the films that have influenced him in his lifetime of wide-ranging interests. Listen in, as we discuss brimmed hats and silhouettes, dressing for the job you want, pirate connections, and being a knotty posterboy.
Clancy Brown
Actor Clancy Brown, perhaps best known for his roles in The Shawshank Redemption, Highlander, The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai: Across the Eighth Dimension, and Spongebob Squarepants, joins us for a candid discussion about the films that have made him the man he is today. Listen in, as we discuss turning to your father for answers, the Fab Four heartache cure, six year-old auteurs, and the perfect audience.
Los Angeles Podcast Festival Part 2 of 2 featuring Leonard Maltin and Marc Maron
Welcome to the second of two special episodes recorded at the Audible presents Los Angeles Podcast Festival, which took place at the Sofitel hotel in Beverly Hills, CA, Sept. 18-20, 2015. We thoroughly enjoyed attending the festival and speaking with our fellow podcasters, as well as seeing all the fans who attended live episode recordings by some of the biggest names in the industry. Make your plans now for next year's L.A. Podcast Festival and don't miss this terrific event!
We chatted with our fellow podcasters in the SquareSpace Podcasting Lab throughout the festival weekend, and each guest was asked to tell us about one film that influenced them to be who they are. In this episode, you'll hear from:
Augie Lopez, host of The Late Night Early Morning Show on the Bound Network
Espree Devora, host of We Are LA Tech
Leonard Maltin, film critic, host of Maltin on Movies, and author of TCM Presents Leonard Maltin's Classic Film Guide: From the Silent Era Through 1965 (3rd edition)
Aaron Brodkin, host of What the Pod F Bang Bang
Andrew Linde, host of Shut Up, Leonard and Nerds Eye View, producer of Pick Your Path on the Benview Network
Matt Benson, host of Benview on Spielberg on the Benview Network
Will Runyon Jr, producer of Lake Kinnikinnick
Alexandra August, host of GoT Thrones?
Rob Walch, host of Today in iOS and VP Podcaster Relations for Libsyn
Marc Maron, host of WTF with Marc Maron and star of IFC's Maron
Tara Ison
Tara Ison, author of "Reeling Through Life: How I Learned to Live, Love, and Die at the Movies," joins us for an insightful and entertaining conversation about the remarkable influence of films on her understanding of the world. Her book recounts the life lessons she has taken from films throughout her life, incorporating roughly 110 film references in a thoughtful and often very funny memoir of growing up learning about life in the glow of the silver screen. Join us, as we discuss the lax parenting of the 1970's, power without understanding, how not to lose your virginity, and how Alcatraz can change your life.
Los Angeles Podcast Festival Part 1 of 2 featuring Greg Proops and Todd Glass
We bring you the first of two special episodes recorded at the Audible presents Los Angeles Podcast Festival, which took place at the Sofitel hotel in Beverly Hills, CA, Sept. 18-20, 2015. We highly recommend this event to both podcasters and fans alike, as it is a high-energy, positive atmosphere in which to create and consume podcasts. Up-and-coming shows like Movies Made Me and hugely popular shows like WTF with Marc Maron join together to celebrate the growing podcast community. Make your plans now for next year's L.A. Podcast Festival!
Recording in the SquareSpace Podcasting Lab at the event, we invited our fellow podcasters to tell us about one film that influenced them to be who they are. In this episode, you'll hear from:
Phil Vecchio, host of RadioBrendoman on the Benview Network
Brendan Creecy, host of Benview on Spielberg on the Benview Network
Greg Proops, host of The Smartest Man in the World Proopcast and Greg Proops Film Club
Michael Marques, Twitter: @magicmarques
Morgan Pratt, Instagram: morgan_j7
Emil Grecian, Instagram: e.grecian
Chris Mancini, host of Comedy Film Nerds, writer/executive producer of Earbuds documentary, and a founder of the Los Angeles Podcast Festival
Patrick Foss, host of Repeat All podcast
Todd Glass, comedian and host of The Todd Glass Show
Darrin Weedon
Darrin Weedon joins us to chat about the influences that have most shaped his unique identity as a father and business-owner. Listen in, as we discuss flying pianos, what's wrong with Disneyland Paris, punk rock accounting, and the joy of useless knowledge.
Corina Clayton
Corina Clayton joins us for an in-depth and emotional conversation about the films that have influenced her identity through her understanding of herself, her family, and her heritage. Listen in as we discuss being born in the wrong decade, watching forbidden movies, learning the hard truth, and the power of family.
Kelly Shippey
We had a delicious chat with Kelly Shippey, creator of FreshHotHistory.com, as she shared the movies that have influenced her to become the renaissance woman she is today. Join us for a lively episode, as we discuss physical education for tough princesses, crawling through a pirate queen's castle, turning your brain off at night, and the wonders of the Food Network.