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PODCAST

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

33:45

Episode 338: Bad Santa (2003)

The Test of Time ·

2022/12/23

An alcoholic thief who poses as a department store Santa learns the true meaning of Christmas. Well... not really. Listen as we discuss the fine line between method acting and being unprofessional, why sandwiches are the only food you fix, and the worst possible name for a physics teacher’s kid. You won’t sh*t right for a week after finding out if Bad Santa stands the Test of Time.

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50:57

Episode 337: Titanic (1997)

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2022/12/16

A poor boy and a rich girl fall in love on a ship that was supposed to be unsinkable. Join us as we discuss Alan blowing it on a date, setting up fictional grandchildren for life, and Taylor Swift's EGOT aspirations. Your heart will go on as we find out if Titanic stands the Test of Time.

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48:03

Episode 336: Tootsie (1982)

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2022/12/09

An out-of-work actor finally gets the role of his dreams… by posing as a woman. Listen as we talk about Joey Tribbiani’s evil twin, mimes in New York City, and what this movie has in common with Saved by the Bell and Punky Brewster. Then we find out if Tootsie stands the Test of Time.

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49:38

Episode 335: Boiler Room (2000)

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2022/12/02

A young man who runs an underground casino decides to go legit by becoming a stockbroker, but he ends up getting entangled in illegal trading scams. Special guest Mike Kahn returns to chat about the difference between stocks and NFTs, brokers who go to plumbing school, and what constitutes far away on Long Island. Then we find out if Boiler Room stands the Test of Time.

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44:16

Episode 334: Swordfish (2001)

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2022/11/25

An elite hacker is recruited into a group of counter terrorists, who may be terrorists themselves. Listen as we talk about going to Olive Garden in New York City, what coding has in common with driving stick shift, and how you can tell if a rocket launcher fires heat-seeking missiles. Then we find out if Swordfish—the movie, not the fish—stands the Test of Time.

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54:11

Episode 333: Hackers (1995)

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2022/11/18

After they accidentally discover an incriminating file, a group of hackers must use their hacking skills to stop another, evil hacker. Special guest Brett Sills joins us as we chat about sexy subcultures, how lefties shake hands, and who likes pad thai without garlic. Then we find out if Hackers stands the Test of Time.

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44:09

Episode 332: WarGames (1983)

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2022/11/11

A high school hacker plays a game against a military computer and nearly starts World War III. Special guest Eli Noah joins us to talk about the mayor of Copenhagen, playing tic-tac-toe on placemats, and the innocence of the fire drill generation. We also share our thoughts on WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story before finding out if WarGames stands the Test of Time.

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54:39

Episode 331: Election (1999)

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2022/11/04

A high school teacher tries to prevent an overachieving student from becoming class president. Special guest Courtney Noah joins us as we chat about DVDs that friends borrow and don’t return, what the headlines will be when Matthew Broderick dies, and James’ winning campaign slogan. Then we find out if Election stands the Test of Time.

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56:31

Episode 330: Creepshow (1982)

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2022/10/28

The dead return, a monster attacks, and a guy turns into a plant when stories from a horror comic book come to life. Special ghost... er, special guest Joanna Brief joins us to discuss wearable VCRs, Batman fighting drug dealers, and what happens when Ted's head turns red. Then we find out if Creepshow stands the Test of Time.

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49:25

Episode 329: Boogie Nights (1997)

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2022/10/21

During the golden age of X-rated movies, one young actor rises to superstardom thanks to his enormous… talent. Listen as we discuss unattractive male pornstars, who killed Betamax, and the sub-basement of rock bottom. Then we find out if Boogie Nights stands the Test of Time.

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45:13

Episode 328: The Devil's Advocate (1997)

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2022/10/14

A hotshot lawyer moves to the big city, where his new boss just might be… Satan! Join us as we chat about lessons from Donald Sutherland, inspiring Keanu-like behavior, and how this movie used the wrong Rolling Stones song. We also share our thoughts on Deadpool 3 before finding out if The Devil’s Advocate stands the Test of Time.

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44:30

Episode 327: Roxanne (1987)

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2022/10/07

A fire chief who has a way with words and a large nose falls for a beautiful astronomy student. But because he's self-conscious about his appearance, he helps a more attractive man pursue her. Listen as we discuss Steve Martin's different eras, too much saxophone, and the appropriate attire for plastic surgeons. Then we find out if Roxanne stands the Test of Time.

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41:47

Episode 326: Hocus Pocus (1993)

The Test of Time ·

2022/09/30

Three witches come back from the dead, and plan to kill children so they can stay young forever. Join us as we chat about the hazards of being named Elliott, the wrong way to define a virgin, and why Charlie Sheen likes to play characters called Charlie. Then we find out if Hocus Pocus stands the Test of Time.

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46:40

Episode 325: L.A. Confidential (1997)

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2022/09/23

In the 1950s, three Los Angeles cops try to solve a complex case of corruption. Listen as we discuss Guy Pearce's jawline, consulting on Grey’s Anatomy, and how long you live after being shot through the heart. Then we find out if L.A. Confidential stands the Test of Time.

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48:22

Episode 324: The Game (1997)

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2022/09/16

A wealthy banker becomes entangled in an intricate game… or is it all an elaborate scam? Join us as we chat about the Harvard Club's aesthetic, a nickname for Alexa, and gratuitous butt shots on Lost. We also explore the differences between a requel and a legacyquel before finding out if The Game stands the Test of Time.

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50:48

Episode 323: Pinocchio (1940)

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2022/09/09

A wooden puppet dreams of becoming a real boy, but he first must prove himself brave, truthful, and unselfish. Listen as we discuss the female version of Jiminy Cricket, the Quentin Tarantino version of Geppetto, and the stuff of James’ childhood nightmares. When you wish upon a star, you find out if Pinocchio stands the Test of Time.

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50:54

Episode 322: The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (2005)

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2022/09/02

Right before Earth is destroyed, one human escapes the planet and explores the universe. Special guest Matt from Season 14, Time for a Podcast joins us to discuss papier-mâché heads, why Mos Def is so sleepy, and the best thing about the dark web. Don’t panic as we find out if The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy stands the Test of Time.

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45:55

Episode 321: The Full Monty (1997)

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2022/08/26

Six unemployed friends decide to make money by becoming amateur male strippers. Join us as we discuss seeing a Chippendales show in broad daylight, people who are *really* into garden gnomes, and how to end a movie on a penis. We also share our thoughts on Batgirl's cancellation before finding out if The Full Monty stands the Test of Time.

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51:31

Episode 320: St. Elmo's Fire (1985)

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2022/08/19

Seven friends struggle to grow up after graduating from college. Listen as we talk about TGI Fridays’ elaborate drinks, the shocking clause in the original Hippocratic Oath, and bad optics for the Jewish Walk of Fame. Then we find out if St. Elmo’s Fire stands the Test of Time.

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35:59

Episode 319: Stay Tuned (1992)

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2022/08/12

A couch potato and his wife are pulled into a hellish TV world, where they have to survive for 24 hours. Join us as we discuss electrocuting a robot, Spinderella saving the day, and a slip of the tongue that's too funny to be edited out. Then we see if Stay Tuned stands the Test of Time.

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