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The Test of Time

Alan Noah and James Brief

Are the classic movies of our childhood really as great as we remember them? Hosts Alan Noah and James Brief take a fresh look at our favorite films to see if they have stood The Test of Time.

tv & film film reviews

All Episodes

48:55

Episode 358: Babe (1995)

The Test of Time ·

2023/05/12

A pig learns how to herd sheep, and that it’s ok to be different. Our moms, Rochelle Brief and Carole Abramson, are back to discuss pizza in Australia, wise words from Conan O'Brien, and an amazing prize for a blueberry-pie-eating contest. That’ll do as we find out if Babe stands the Test of Time.

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56:12

Episode 357: Bulworth (1998)

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2023/05/05

A suicidal Senator suddenly stops talking like a politician and starts spitting truth. Join us as we chat about the far right in Austria, a vintage Biden gaffe, and if being a Dad affects your rapping ability. We also share our thoughts on Max's upcoming Harry Potter series before finding out if Bulworth stands the Test of Time.

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46:16

Episode 356: Threesome (1994)

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2023/04/28

Three college roommates become entangled in an intense and passionate relationship. Special guest Dan DeVenney joins us to discuss pooping in coed bathrooms, strange looks from librarians, and an anticlimactic pregnancy scare. Then we find out if Threesome stands the Test of Time.

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01:11:04

Episode 355: The Running Man (1987)

The Test of Time ·

2023/04/21

In a dystopian future, an innocent man must try to survive a deadly TV game show. Special guests Dominic Monfre and Ben Srulevich join us to chat about Chekhov’s brother, colonoscopies for Family Feud fans, and why rich people don't take limos anymore. Then we find out if The Running Man stands the Test of Time.

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42:15

Episode 354: Flashdance (1983)

The Test of Time ·

2023/04/14

A dancer/welder must conquer her fear so she can pursue her dream. Join us as we discuss a surefire movie death sentence, our favorite nepo babies, and why you should never sell your entire ownership stake in anything. What a feeling as we find out if Flashdance stands the Test of Time.

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46:04

Episode 353: Super Mario Bros. (1993)

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2023/04/07

Two plumbers from Brooklyn try to prevent our world from merging with a parallel dinosaur dimension. Listen as we chat about missing meteorite pieces, Toad’s singing career, and James’ next research paper. Then we find out if Super Mario Bros.—the movie, not the video game—stands the Test of Time.

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56:14

Episode 352: Snatch (2000)

The Test of Time ·

2023/03/31

Gangsters, robbers, and boxing promoters search London for an 86-carat diamond. Special guest Eddie Perez-Cortes joins us to talk about saying the c-word at camp, how The Man From U.N.C.L.E. should have ended, and why Madonna always gets paid. Then we find out if Snatch stands the Test of Time.

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53:25

Episode 351: Wild Things (1998)

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2023/03/24

Two high school students accuse their guidance counselor of rape, but what really happened is far more complex. Listen as we chat about James’ secret family, rich people flexing with their phones, and Kevin Bacon’s well-preserved penis. Then we find out if Wild Things stands the Test of Time.

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51:50

Episode 350: Rushmore (1998)

The Test of Time ·

2023/03/17

A prep-school student and a business tycoon both fall in love with the same woman. It’s our 350th episode, and we’re talking about the best name ever for a dodgeball club, the difference between Bennigans and TGI Fridays, and the upcoming culture war over baby carrots. In the end, we find out if Rushmore stands the Test of Time.

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36:11

Episode 349: Bottle Rocket (1996)

The Test of Time ·

2023/03/10

Three friends embark on a life of crime... even though they’re terrible at it. Listen as we discuss the next Nintendo console, Bill Clinton’s cholesterol, and an envelope that’s pretty obviously stuffed with cash. Then we find out if Bottle Rocket stands the Test of Time.

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48:51

Episode 348: History of the World, Part I (1981)

The Test of Time ·

2023/03/03

Important moments in human history are spoofed, Mel Brooks style. Listen as we chat about finding the right leaves to suck on, Jesus' continuity error, and how the internet doesn’t always represent reality. Then we find out if History of the World, Part I stands the Test of Time.

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42:48

Episode 347: Wyatt Earp (1994)

The Test of Time ·

2023/02/24

A farm boy from Iowa becomes a legend in the Wild West. Listen as we discuss the anti-50 Cent, what Jesus was like as a teenager, and the most famous roles of Bills Paxton and Pullman. Then we find out if Wyatt Earp—the movie, not the man—stands the Test of Time.

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53:58

Episode 346: Tombstone (1993)

The Test of Time ·

2023/02/17

Famous lawmen and bandits battle in an infamous Wild West town. Special guest Dan DeVenney joins us to chat about the best flavor of Pez, thoroughly inoculated prostitutes, and the guns you need to enjoy pizza. Then we find out if Tombstone stands the Test of Time.

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48:49

Episode 345: Can't Buy Me Love (1987)

The Test of Time ·

2023/02/10

A high school nerd becomes popular by paying a cheerleader to pretend to be his girlfriend. For our Valentine’s Day episode, special guest Courtney Noah joins us to discuss the secret to every successful relationship, the funniest word for breasts, and how James never got a date in his astronomy club. Then we find out if Can’t Buy Me Love stands the Test of Time.

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50:48

Episode 344: Little Giants (1994)

The Test of Time ·

2023/02/03

Two brothers coach rival pee-wee football teams, but only one can represent their small Ohio town. Listen as we chat about a role that’s not very Rick-Moranis-y, outdated Archie references, and a distracting distant dad. We also share our thoughts on James Gunn's DCU plans before finding out if Little Giants stands the Test of Time.

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53:23

Episode 343: Bowfinger (1999)

The Test of Time ·

2023/01/27

A washed-up producer tries to make an action movie… starring an actor who doesn’t know he’s being filmed. Special guest Daron from the Board Games are For Losers podcast joins us to discuss jokes about smashing pumpkins, using French to make bullsh*t sound impressive, and we may open ourselves up to lawsuits from Hollywood institutions. Then we find out if Bowfinger stands the Test of Time.

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50:09

Episode 342: Keeping Up With the Steins (2006)

The Test of Time ·

2023/01/20

As he prepares to become a Bar Mitzvah, a boy reunites his father and estranged grandfather. Special guest Eli Noah joins us to discuss a long-lasting party favor, kids who recognize Neil Diamond, and adjusting your balls on the bimah. Then we find out if Keeping Up With the Steins stands the Test of Time.

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01:04:03

Episode 341: The Devil Wears Prada (2006)

The Test of Time ·

2023/01/13

A young woman with no sense of style becomes an assistant to the editor of a high-profile fashion magazine. Special guest Samantha Noah joins us to talk about a chef who burns grilled cheese, the difference between slander and libel, and why a chief of medicine sometimes needs to be an a-hole. Then we find out if The Devil Wears Prada stands the Test of Time.

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38:47

Episode 340: High Fidelity (2000)

The Test of Time ·

2023/01/06

After a record store owner gets dumped, he tracks down several ex-girlfriends to find out why his relationships always fail. Listen as we discuss the perfect pop song, the coolest way to organize a music collection, and the opposite of a romantic proposal. Then we find out if High Fidelity stands the Test of Time.

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39:29

Episode 339: Fletch (1985)

The Test of Time ·

2022/12/30

A wisecracking reporter dons a variety of disguises as he investigates a suspicious millionaire. Join us as we chat about good old-fashioned d*ck jokes, not-so-great steak jokes, and the celebrities who died in 2022. Then we find out if Fletch stands the Test of Time.

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