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Shocked & Applaud

Lydia, Naomi, and Jen

Shocked and Applaud is a Podcast devoted to an in-depth scene-by-scene analysis (spoilers) of some of the strangest film that is worth a double take. With hosts Naomi McQuade and Lydia Malcolm, co-hosted and produced by Jen McQuade. Movie facts and artwork by Sean Hall.

tv & film film reviews

All Episodes

27:00

Shocked Talk: Santa Claus Conquers the Martians

Shocked & Applaud ·

2021/01/08

Sean and Maddie are back with plenty of additional details about our December 2020 episode, "Santa Claus Conquers the Martians"! Learn exactly how old a 10-year-old child would be on Mars, how much it would cost for rocket fuel of an 5 kg toy, and what percentage of the film was stock footage!Have some feedback for us? Email us at shockedandapplaud@gmail.com or visit these fine Web establishments:Become an Applauder with PatreonFacebook and Twitter updatesOur HomepageSupport the show

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12:51

Santa Claus Conquers the Martians: Naomi’s Interview...

Shocked & Applaud ·

2020/12/29

Naomi's brother Abraham suggested that this year's December episode be "Santa Claus Conquers the Martians". In fact, he's been suggesting this movie to us since 2018. So, we thought it would be great to bring him on for a special end-of-year interview episode. This month's Shocked Talk episode is coming soon! Please enjoy and have a Happy New Year!Have some feedback for us? Email us at shockedandapplaud@gmail.com or visit these fine Web establishments:Become an

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46:08

Santa Claus Conquers the Martians Part 3: I Just...

Shocked & Applaud ·

2020/12/22

Santa learns the power of giving the finger. Dropo dresses as his idol, Kris Kringle, leading to Benny Hill-worthy high jinks. Toys become the actual conquerers of the Martians. And finally, our shocked and applaudable moments!We'll be back next week with Naomi's discussion about the film and other Christmas things with her brother Abraham.Have some feedback for us? Email us at shockedandapplaud@gmail.com or visit these fine Web establishments:Become an Applauder with PatreonFacebook and

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49:16

Santa Claus Conquers the Martians Part 2: Torg-A!...

Shocked & Applaud ·

2020/12/15

The Martians kidnap Billy and Betty because ... reasons? Mrs. Claus can't escape the camera's patriarchal powers. And, all of earth comes together over the magic of -- nope, it's not Christmas -- it's German scientists talking about invasions!Jen's recommendations for this week:Coolness Chronicles: Nanotated Time Tubes Part IISuper Media Bros: Lego Star Wars Holiday SpecialHave some feedback for us? Email us at shockedandapplaud@gmail.com or visit these fine Web

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48:48

Santa Claus Conquers the Martians Part 1: It Only...

Shocked & Applaud ·

2020/12/08

Join us as we send 2020 out with what is considered by some to be the WORST MOVIE OF ALL TIME! Fitting, right?We'll somehow manage to make it past the credits and theme song, introduce you to Santa's non-woke workshop, and with the help of an ancient guru, get to the bottom of why Mars' kids are getting sick of adulting.Jen's recommendations for this week:Book Retorts: SnowmageddonFantasy Reboot: Die HardHave some feedback for us? Email us at shockedandapplaud@gmail.com or visit

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18:37

Shocked Talk: The Princess Bride

Shocked & Applaud ·

2020/12/01

Sean and Madeleine give their episode corrections and quote some great lines from the film! We read some more recent reviews from Applauders. And if you like fart jokes, you won't want to miss Sean's favorite movie fact.Have some feedback for us? Email us at shockedandapplaud@gmail.com or visit these fine Web establishments:Become an Applauder with PatreonFacebook and Twitter updatesOur HomepageSupport the show

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47:29

The Princess Bride Part 4: No Time – Let’s Sum Up

Shocked & Applaud ·

2020/11/24

It's time to rescue a princess! Plus our shocked and applaudable moments.Shocked Talk for our review of "The Princess Bride" coming very very soon!Have some feedback for us? Email us at shockedandapplaud@gmail.com or visit these fine Web establishments:Become an Applauder with PatreonFacebook and Twitter updatesOur HomepageSupport the show

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45:52

The Princess Bride Part 3: Sucking an Hour Away

Shocked & Applaud ·

2020/11/17

This week, we cover the exquisiteness of the Fire Swamp, the torturing of Wesley, and the shippable reunion of Inigo and Fezzik. There's still one more part to come next Tuesday, so stick around, we're almost through this thing!Jen's Recommendations for This Week:Geeksploration Podcast: Zardoz80's Adventure: Indiana Jones and the Temple of DoomHave some feedback for us? Email us at shockedandapplaud@gmail.com or visit these fine Web establishments:Become an Applauder with

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8:00

Craft Services Table: For Your Reference

Shocked & Applaud ·

2020/11/17

This week, Jen introduces you to "For Your Reference", with a preview of their review of "The Game"! A little bit about the show:Join co-hosts KT and Oti on their weekly podcast where they share their hot takes and general banter on the latest and iconic movies and tv shows.Listen to the full episode here: https://fyrpodcast.com/episode/the-game-tailored-tortureYou can find more episodes from "For Your Reference" at https://fyrpodcast.com.Have some feedback for us?

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48:23

The Princess Bride Part 2: The Hills Have Brides

Shocked & Applaud ·

2020/11/10

We're back for the closing first half of our review! The Man In Black begins his run towards the recovery of Buttercup, climbing the Cliffs of Insanity, and encountering challenges of skill, strength and mental acuity. There's lots more laughter and screaming of great quotes, so stay with us!Jen's Recommendations for This Week:Spy Hards: Men in Black IICinema Recall: Five Feel Good Movies Vol 1Have some feedback for us? Email us at shockedandapplaud@gmail.com or visit these fine Web

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8:36

Craft Services Table: SpyHards

Shocked & Applaud ·

2020/11/10

This week, Jen introduces you to "SpyHards", with a preview of their review of "Men in Black 2"! This episode also includes a guest appearance from Raye from "Not Before Coffee".A little bit about the show:Hosted by special agents Scott & Cam, SPYHARDS goes deep undercover into the shadowy world of cloak and dagger cinema on a mission to determine the greatest spy films of all time.Listen to the full episode here:

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46:53

The Princess Bride Part 1: Building Up Buttercup

Shocked & Applaud ·

2020/11/03

Hello, our name is Shocked & Applaud. You've come to listen to us rant. Prepare to die of laughter! November's episode is the 1987 classic, "The Princess Bride". We'll go through some Sean facts, how we each were introduced to the movie, and eventually begin our walkthrough of the plot, all the way to the shrieking eels! Join us for a month-long adventure through this romantic fantasy comedy.Jen's Recommendations for This Week:With My Next Pick: Fictional Places to

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8:53

Craft Services Table: Hush Hush Conspiracy Hour

Shocked & Applaud ·

2020/11/03

Jen introduces you to the Hush Hush Conspiracy Hour, in their eighth episode, "The Zeta Reticuli Incident".You can find The Hush Hush Conspiracy Hour at https://linktr.ee/hushhushsociety.Here's a little about the Hush Hush Conspiracy Hour:Declassified Dave and Mystery Mike's Hush Hush Society Conspiracy Hour featuring Slick Fronk Sanders is a secret debriefing of all things conspiracy. Each week the gang takes new initiates through the dark secrets, hidden truths and acknowledged

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14:08

Shocked Talk: Return to Oz

Shocked & Applaud ·

2020/10/27

Join Sean Hall and wife Madeleine in our first episode of Shocked Talk: the after-show you didn't know you didn't need! Sean covers a few fact corrections and additional details of "Return to Oz", and Maddie reads a few of our most recent reviews on Apple Podcasts.Have some feedback for us? Email us at shockedandapplaud@gmail.com or visit these fine Web establishments:Become an Applauder with PatreonFacebook and Twitter updatesOur HomepageSupport the show

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61:46

Return to Oz Part 3: Mombi Nomes Best

Shocked & Applaud ·

2020/10/20

Dorothy saves the day by chance. TikTok gets the C-3P0 treatment. That girl from the beginning is almost absolutely dead (hello, scarred childhood). And as always, our shocked and applaudable moments!Jen's Recommendations for This Week:Wait, What?: The Laminated Book of NightmaresShoot the Flick: The Smurl Family HauntingHave some feedback for us? Email us at shockedandapplaud@gmail.com or visit these fine Web establishments:Become an Applauder with PatreonFacebook and Twitter updatesOur

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7:36

Craft Services Table: Nopeville

Shocked & Applaud ·

2020/10/20

Jen welcomes you to Nopeville this week, with a great Halloween treat: a preview of their "Witchy Tour" episode!You can find Nopeville at www.nopevillepodcast.com and wherever you get your podcasts.Here's a little more about Nopeville:Welcome to Nopeville! A city where all the horrors that make you say NOPE are rumored to have gathered and made their home. Join your guides, Christine and Jen, on an all inclusive tour as they introduce you to your worst nightmares!Have some feedback

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63:04

Return to Oz Part 2: That October Episode with a...

Shocked & Applaud ·

2020/10/13

Dorothy meets her crew. We fawn over Brian Henson's Jack Pumpkin Head, possible love child of Jack Skellington and Sally of The Nightmare Before Christmas. We move through the escape from Mombi, outbound to the Gnome Kings Mountain. And, Dorothy falls, 80s style, through a deep chasm of exposition. Jen's Recommendations for This Week:Never a Straight AnswerShoot the FlickHave some feedback for us? Email us at shockedandapplaud@gmail.com or visit these fine Web establishments:Become an

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8:43

(Explicit) Craft Services Table: That’s Basically the...

Shocked & Applaud ·

2020/10/13

This week, Jen introduces you to Chris and Corey in "That's Basically the 80s". Here's a preview of their episode covering "A Nightmare on Elm Street". Please be aware that this episode has explicit content.You can find more episodes of "That's Basically the 80s" on the homepage at https://anchor.fm/thatsbasicallythe80sA little about "That's Basically the 80s": Join Chris and Corey on a journey through the 80s. This is not your typical

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63:54

Return to Oz Part 1: Delusional Dorothy, a Disney Drama

Shocked & Applaud ·

2020/10/06

Come join us as we ruin our childhoods once again! We're excited to bring you our review of one of our favorite nightmare-fueled 80s romps, 1985's "Return to Oz". We'll walk you through a few baseline production facts, ask our childhood selves if we were ever old enough to see the film, and discuss the plot, all the way up to Dorothy's return to the Emerald City.Jen's Podcast Recommendations for this week:I Drink Your PodcastListen to the Film Have some feedback

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7:02

Craft Services Table: Talkin’ Shiz

Shocked & Applaud ·

2020/10/06

Here's a short preview of the Talkin' Shiz podcast's episode, "I Feel Used". CJ and Mattx are supporters of our show, and we're happy to support them back!You can find more about the Talkin' Shiz podcast at podpage.com/talkin-shiz or search for Talkin' Shiz wherever you get your Podcasts!Have some feedback for us? Email us at shockedandapplaud@gmail.com or visit these fine Web establishments:Become an Applauder with PatreonFacebook and Twitter updatesOur

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