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Ruined Childhoods

Dan Wiener and Jon Richardson

Think that a movie reboot or remake can ruined your childhood? Brothers/cinephiles Dan and Jon beg to differ! Join them each week as they talk through a cult or classic film or franchise and imagine how it could be revisited, exploring Hollywood’s trend of reviving franchises with long-awaited sequels, prequels, spin-offs, remakes, and/or reboots. Do YOU have a movie you want them to cover Email the show -ruinedchildhoodspod@gmail.com Ruined Childhoods is produced and edited by Jon Richardson -

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1:14:46

Orange County (2002)

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2023/10/04

Dan and Jon have made it to California to experience the 2002 cult classic, Orange County. Aside from realizing that this film had more depth than previously considered, Dan and Jon also imagine how they would revisit this film over 20 years later.Next episode:Things to Do in Denver When You're Dead(1995) • ColoradoSee what native tribes reside or resided in what is now known as CaiforniaContact us, follow us on social media, or buy some merch at linktr.ee/RuinedChildhoods Hosted on Acast. See

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57:22

Mud (2012)

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2023/09/27

On their journey through America, Dan and Jon have stopped along the Mississippi River in Southern Arkansas for the 2012 Jeff Nichols drama, Mud. Ideas are tossed around about how to keep the story of Ellis, Neckbone, and the whole gang alive - PLUS, Dan and Jon play the Matthew McConaughey Name Game!Next episode:Orange County(2002) • CaliforniaSee what native tribes reside or resided in what is now known as ArkansasContact us, follow us on social media, or buy some merch at

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1:02:32

Tombstone (1993)

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2023/09/20

After a chilly week in Alaska revisiting the 1925 classic, The Gold Rush, Dan and Jon are down in Arizona with the likes of Wyatt Earp, Doc Holiday, Virgil Earp, Morgan Earp, Curly Bill, Johnny Ringo and the rest of the characters in the 1993 western hit, Tombstone.Next episode: Mud (2012) • ArkansasSee what native tribes reside or resided in what is now known as ArizonaContact us, follow us on social media, or buy some merch at linktr.ee/RuinedChildhoods Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for

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53:10

The Gold Rush (1925)

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2023/09/13

Dan and Jon are up in Alaska (or down if you’re Santa Claus) and featuring Charlie Chaplin’s 1925 hit, The Gold Rush. Much like The Tramp himself, Dan and Jon are exploring the Yukon territory — except in their case, it’s cinematically. In addition to sharing thoughts and ideas for The Gold Rush, they also share some of their favorite iconic Alaska films.Next episode: Tombstone (1993) • ArizonaSee what native tribes reside or resided in what is now known as AlaskaContact us, follow us on social

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1:04:09

Sweet Home Alabama (2002)

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2023/09/06

Dan and Jon are traveling through each state in America in an alphabetically-ordered exploration of the movies that define the American experience. And to kick it off, they’re taking a look at the 2002 rom-com classic, Sweet Home Alabama, that takes us from New York City to the deep south. Dan and Jon share their thoughts about how it works through a 2023 lens and have a few ideas on how it could be brought back today.Next episode: The Gold Rush (1925) • AlaskaThis episode is brought to you by

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1:18:13

Revisiting Fletch

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2023/08/30

Wrapping up the 200 episode celebration, Dan and Jon are looking back at what they had said in May 2021 about a new Fletch movie and then discuss the 2022 film Confess, Fletch starring Jon Hamm. Also, Dan and Jon do a lightning round of updates on news pertaining to other past episodes that are expecting reboots, sequels, prequels, stage plays, etc.Next episode: Sweet Home Alabama (2002) • AlabamaContact us, follow us on social media, or buy some merch at linktr.ee/RuinedChildhoods Hosted on Acast

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1:04:43

Revisiting The Addams Family + Rocky IV

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2023/08/23

Celebrating 200+ episodes, Dan and Jon are back at it to revisit some of their older episodes that have since welcomed new properties to their franchises — The Addams Family & Rocky IV. The original Addams Family episode was released on 3/12/2019 and we have since gotten two new Addams Family animated films and the popular Netflix series, Wednesday. And although we certainly didn’t expect it, Sylvester Stallone released a freshly recut version of his 1985 classic. Next episode: Revisiting

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1:17:48

Episode 200 • Revisiting Bill & Ted + Indiana Jones

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2023/08/16

It’s episode 200 and Dan & Jon are celebrating by revisiting two early episodes that have since had new films in each series - Bill & Ted + Indiana Jones! They listen back to their thoughts on any news about the future movies still in production and theorize how they would add to each franchise.Next episode: Revisiting The Addams Family + Rocky IVContact us, follow us on social media, or buy some merch at linktr.ee/RuinedChildhoods Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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57:51

Event Horizon (1997)

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2023/08/09

A missing space vessel reappears after disappearing for 7 years and there’s nobody who can help solve the mystery better than the ship’s creator, Sam Neill’s Dr. Weir. And after 26 years, Dan and Jon have some ideas on how to keep the legend of Event Horizon alive.Next episode: EPISODE 200! Dan and Jon look back at what did get made since their original episodes for Bill & Ted and Indiana Jones.Contact us, follow us on social media, or buy some merch at linktr.ee/RuinedChildhoods Hosted on

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59:32

Slap Shot (1977)

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2023/07/07

When it comes to classic sports comedies, few are regarded as highly as Slap Shot, the third collaboration of Paul Newman and George Roy Hill. Dan and Jon explain why it appeals to them, how they would revisit this film with a 2023 perspective, and they also touch on the Fictitious Athlete Hall of Fame!Next episode: Event Horizon (1997)Contact us, follow us on social media, or buy some merch at linktr.ee/RuinedChildhoods - FEATURING JON’S NEW MOVIE JOURNAL! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for

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1:17:44

Popeye (1980)

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2023/06/28

Dan and Jon sail the high seas on a quest to find the perfect way to revisit the iconic comic strip character, Popeye. Specifically, they look to the 1980 Robert Altman critical failure-turned-cult classic, which had a stronghold on their cinema-centric upbringing. Next episode: Slap Shot (1977)Contact us, follow us on social media, or buy some merch at linktr.ee/RuinedChildhoods Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:04:18

Ghost (1990)

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2023/06/22

No film has had as much of an impact on the world of pottery than the 1990 hit, Ghost, and Dan & Jon waste no time celebrating the film and how this classic came about. And with recent news about ownership of rights, it may not be long before we have an updated remake. Perhaps they will take suggestions from this very episode.Next episode: Popeye (1980)Contact us, follow us on social media, or buy some merch at linktr.ee/RuinedChildhoods Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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1:34:20

RoboCop (1987)

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2023/06/14

When Ed Neumeier wrote RoboCop, he certainly didn’t expect for it to explode the way it did, ultimately resulting in an episode of RUINED CHILDHOODS!Mentioned in this episode:Our RoboCop RemakeRoboCop and WrestlingNext episode: Ghost (1990)Contact us, follow us on social media, or buy some merch at linktr.ee/RuinedChildhoods Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:03:50

The Truman Show (1998)

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2023/06/06

Inspired by an 80s episode of the Twilight Zone and worthy of a feature on Black Mirror, 1998’s The Truman Show repeatedly stands the test of time. On this episode, Dan and Jon break down the iconic Jim Carrey dramedy and theorize how it could be revisited 25 years later.Next episode: RoboCop (1987)Contact us, follow us on social media, or buy some merch at linktr.ee/RuinedChildhoods Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:39:55

Planet of the Apes (1968)

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2023/05/30

Planet of the Apes (1968)It’s not often that Dan and Jon dive deep into a franchise, but when the ongoing Planet of the Apes saga comes up, there’s not choice other than to leap head first. Not only do they go beat-by-beat through the original film series, 2001 reboot, current prequel reboot series, live action TV series, and animated TV series, but they also discuss the 1962 novel, the attempts to reboot in the early 90s, and more. And of course, Dan and Jon imagine how ELSE this series could be

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1:24:10

If Looks Could Kill (1991)

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2023/05/18

If there are two downloads on the episode, we’ll have to assume it’s Doug and Steve Butabi because Dan and Jon are talking Richard Grieco and his film debut, If Looks Could Kill. This film imagines a world where James Bond begins as a teenage dirtbag, and Dan and Jon know exactly how to revisit this cult classic.Next episode: Planet of the Apes (1968)Contact us, follow us on social media, or buy some merch at linktr.ee/RuinedChildhoods Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:37:50

After Hours (1985)

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2023/05/11

It’s the worst night of your life and you can’t seem to get home. May as well listen to this episode of Ruined Childhoods. Dan and Jon talk about how this fits into the career timeline of director Martin Scorsese and go through his works one-by-one, and then suggest ways that After Hours can be revisited.Next episode: If Looks Could Kill (1991)Contact us, follow us on social media, or buy some merch at linktr.ee/RuinedChildhoods Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:06:57

My Left Foot (1989)

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2023/05/03

Honoring the life and art of Christy Brown can be done in a few ways. Aside from reading his books and seeing his art at a gallery, watching My Left Foot isn’t a bad start. With moving performances and thoughtful direction from Jim Sheridan, this film is a great entry into the work of a genius whose physical barriers created an even greater depth to his already moving art. In this episode, Jon and Dan spitball ideas of how else Christy Brown’s work could be honored in the 21st century.Recommended

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1:01:12

Airheads (1994)

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2023/04/24

With an Oscar win under his belt, Brendan Fraser is back in the conversation but is often celebrated for his work in his adventure movies like George of the Jungle, Journey to the Center of the Earth, and The Mummy Franchise. But before all of that, Fraser joined up with two other lesser-known actors turned mega-star actors to portray LA-rocker dudes who take a radio station hostage until they play their demo. This movie has crept into obscurity but was a staple on cable television for a number of

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1:12:17

Saturday Night Fever (1977)

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2023/04/15

On its surface, Saturday Night Fever is a movie about disco dancing and New York nightlife. But once you get past the glitz and glamour, you enter a world of grit and grime. Dan and Jon take a deep dive into the underbelly of this 1977 drama and its 1983 sequel and theorize how new life can be brought to this famous franchise. Next episode Airheads (1994)Contact us, follow us on social media, or buy some merch at linktr.ee/RuinedChildhoods Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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