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Monday Morning Critic

The Monday Morning Critic Podcast provides a captivating look into the film industry through thoughtful and well-researched interviews and critiques. Each episode includes comprehensive discussions with filmmakers, actors, and industry specialists, giving listeners a distinctive viewpoint on both the latest releases and timeless classics. Emphasizing both mainstream and independent cinema, the Monday Morning Critic Podcast serves as an invaluable resource for film lovers everywhere.

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Episode 537 | "Cobra Kai" and "The Walking Dead" |...

Monday Morning Critic ·

2025/03/26

Send us a text Episode 537 "Cobra Kai" and "The Walking Dead" | Actor: Okea Eme-Akwari Okea joins me to talk two very unique characters in two very different universes. Shawn Payne in Cobra Kai and Elijah in The Walking Dead. We discuss both fan bases, how Shawn in Cobra Kai was an amazing, underutilized character, how both Kenny and Shawn's storylines were just abandoned, characters with Plot Armor and so much more. Welcome, Okea Eme-Akwari www.mmcpodcast.com #twd #thewalking...

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Episode 536 | "Footloose" | Screenwriter/Songwriter:...

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2025/03/20

Send us a text Episode 536 "Footloose" Dean Pitchford Dean Pitchford wrote the screenplay and many of the songs in "Footloose" In June of 2024, he was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Born and raised in Hawaii and graduated from Yale University, Dean Pitchford performed off- and on-Broadway (Godspell; Pippin) before turning to songwriting, screenwriting and directing. Dean was nominated for four Academy Awards (winning the 1981 Best Song Oscar for “Fame,” co-written w/ Michae...

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Episode 535 | "Cobra Kai" | Actor: Thomas Ian...

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2025/03/14

Send us a text Episode 535 "Cobra Kai" Actor: Thomas Ian Griffith Thomas Ian Griffith absolutely crushed the role of Terry Silver in both "The Karate Kid III" and "Cobra Kai". He was calculated, layered and very complex. All good shows are only as good as their antagonist, and Terry Silver might be right up there with the best of them. Thomas joins me to talk about Terry Silver, Redemption, how long Silver was actually sick, that ending, John Avildsen, the insanity of Cobra Kai, developing ...

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Episode 534 |"Cobra Kai" | Creators: Jon Hurwitz,...

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2025/03/11

Send us a text Episode 534 "Cobra Kai" Creators: Jon Hurwitz, Josh Heald, and Hayden Schlossberg Jon, Josh and Hayden join me to talk some Cobra Kai. We discuss Johnny Lawerence in depth, how good it feels to create something this special, the challenges of having a large cast and so much more. Welcome, Jon, Josh and Hayden! www.mmcpodcast.com #cobrakaiseason6 #cobrakai #thekaratekid #karatekid #johnnylawerence #daniellarusso #cobrakaiedits #mrmiyagi #cobrakainetflix Reach out to Dar...

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Episode 533 | "Celtics City" | Director: Lauren...

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2025/03/11

Send us a text Episode 533 "Celtics City" Lauren Stowell and Gabe Honig Lauren and Gabe join me to talk MAX's newest documentary "Celtics City" Celtics City chronicles the remarkable saga of the Boston Celtics, the NBA’s winningest and most storied franchise. From the team's founding as one of the league’s original members to its triumphant 2024 championship, the documentary series delves into the fierce rivalries, defining moments, and societal forces that have shaped the organization’s en...

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Episode 532 | "Hoosiers" | Actor David Neidorf ...

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2025/03/04

Send us a text Episode 532 "Hoosiers" David Neidorf (#21 Everett Flatch) David Neidorf (Platoon, Bull Durham and Hoosiers) joins me a second time to talk "Hoosiers" and Gene Hackman. David and I talk about Gene, what he was like, his rapport with cast, other actors that were supposed to play Norman Dale, iconic scenes, Gene's thoughts on the movie and whether Norman Dale was a good coach (according to Bill Simmons he was not). This and much more. Welcome back, David Neidorf. www.mmcpodc...

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Episode 531 | Actor: Chris Candy

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2025/02/27

Send us a text Episode 531 Actor: Chris Candy Chris joins me to talk about his work with Coldplay, that hilarious Dunkin Doughnuts commercial Chris was in during the Super Bowl, I ask Chris about the John Candy documentary being directed by Colin Hanks, we talk about his Dad, the profound effect he had on others, his work and so much more. I am grateful Chris took time to come on and talk about things going on in his life and his dad. Welcome the very kind, Chris Candy. Reach out to Dare...

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Episode 530 |"Blade Runner", "Who Framed Roger...

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2025/02/26

Send us a text Episode 530 "Blade Runner", "Who Framed Roger Rabbit" and "Uppercut" Actor: Joanna Cassidy The timeless Joanna Cassidy joins me to talk "Blade Runner", her character Zhora and that iconic scene, working with a variety of directors and her new Film, "Uppercut" #bladerunner #bladerunner2049 #bladerunneredit #whoframedrogerrabbit #80smovies #podcast #interview #fyp Reach out to Darek Thomas and Monday Morning Critic! www.mmcpodcast.com Instagram: / mondaymornin...

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Episode 529 |"1923" | Actors: Brian Geraghty &...

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2025/02/25

Send us a text Episode 529 "1923" Actors: Brian Geraghty & Sebastian Roché (Zane Davis and Father Renaud) With Season 2 days away... Brian and Sebastian join me to talk about their characters, how reprehensible Father Renaud is, the multiple tragedies Zane is dealing with. Welcome, Brian and Sebastian. www.mmcpodcast.com #yellowstone #yellowstonetv #1923 #1923tv #taylorsheridan Reach out to Darek Thomas and Monday Morning Critic! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mon...

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Episode 528 | "1923" | Actors: Jennifer Carpenter and...

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2025/02/25

Send us a text Episode 528 "1923" Actors: Jennifer Carpenter and Aminah Nieves (Mamie Fossett and Teonna Rainwater) Jennifer Carpenter and Aminah Nieves join me to talk Season 2 of "1923", they each breakdown their characters and Season 2 of 1923 introduces some characters to ski ⛷ and 🍕 They are both immensely talented and this could be Taylor Sheridan's best show. #yellowstone #1923tv #1923 #yellowstonetv #jennifercarpenter #duttonfamily Reach out to Darek Thomas and Monday Morning

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Episode 527 | "The Pitt" | Cinematographer: Johanna...

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2025/02/11

Send us a text Episode 527 "The Pitt" Cinematographer: Johanna Coelho Joanna is the cinematographer behind one of the best new shows of 2025. He unique vision, approach and work help drive this action packed show. Featured in 2018 in Variety as one of the Up Next generation of filmmakers, Johanna has worked as a cinematographer on a number of diverse projects, including award-winning narrative films, music videos, and TV Shows. She has worked with renowned companies such as Netflix, ABC, Ox...

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Episode 526 | "American Primeval" | Actor: Preston...

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2025/02/07

Send us a text Episode 526 "American Primeval" Actor: Preston Mota Fourteen year old Preston Mota (Asteroid City, American Primeval) comes on to talk about his iconic scene in Asteroid City and his breakthrough performance in American Primeval. We discuss what its like being a child actor, that wonderful scene in Asteroid City, his character Devin Rowell in American Primeval, working with Taylor and Betty, that leg scene and much more. Preston has a bright future and already has made his ...

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"American Primeval" | Actor: Dominic Bogart | Frank Cook

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2025/02/05

Send us a text Episode 525 "American Primeval" Dominic Bogart They very kind Dominic Bogart joins me to talk about his career and "American Primeval". Dominic is low key excellent in his role as "Frank Cook" We break down his character, working with Dane DeHaan, Peter Berg and some deleted scenes that did not make it into the final cut. Dominic Bogart is an actor, musician, and horseman who grew up riding racehorses in rural Ohio. He briefly played football for the Bearcats at ...

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Episode 524 | "American Primeval" | Actor: Lucas Neff...

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2025/01/30

Send us a textEpisode 524"American Primeval"Actor: Lucas NeffThe very talented Lucas Neff joins me to talk about his career, movies, his Encyclopedic memory as they pertain to movies, and more. We break down his VERY underrated character and performance as Captain Dellinger, his transformation into that role, the real life Captain Dellinger, some of those amazing scenes that Lucas absolutely flourished in and so much more.Lucas Neff was born in the Andersonville neighborhood of Chicago, ...

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Episode 523 | "American Primeval" | Actor: Derek...

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2025/01/27

Send us a textEpisode 523"American Primeval"Actor: Derek HinkeyDerek Hinkeyn (Red Feather) talks American Primeval, Red Feather, Native Americans, Fatherhood, Home and #danedehaan #americanprimeval #therevenant #netflixseries #netflix #nativeamerican Reach out to Darek Thomas and Monday Morning Critic!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mondaymorningcritic/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mondaymorningcritic/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mondaymorningcriticMondaymorningcritic@g...

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Episode 522 | "Stranger Things" | Actor: Kendrick...

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2025/01/23

Send us a textEpisode 522"Stranger Things"Actor: Kendrick Cross (Agent Wallace)Kendrick and I talk his unbelievable workout routine, moving from Kentucky to Germany and to South Carolina. What he learned from that experience, his mother's amazing perseverance.We also talk Stranger Things and if we indeed will see Agent Wallace again.We are also joined by a special guest!!!!Welcome, Kendrick Cross.www.mmcpodcast.com#strangerthings #strangerthings4 #strangerthingsedit #strangerthings5 #hawkins ...

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Episode 521 | "Major League" | Skip Griparis (Monte...

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2025/01/21

Send us a textEpisode 521"Major League"Skip Griparis (Monte the Colorman)Skip joins me to talk about the late Bob Uecker, his life and the movie Major League. Skip touches on what Bob was like to work with, why Major League has held up so well. Skip chats about his life, his music and much, much more.#majorleaguebaseball #mlb #bobuecker #clevelandindians #movie #sportsmovies #sportmovie #80smovies #80s Reach out to Darek Thomas and Monday Morning Critic!Insta...

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Episode 520 | "SUPER/MAN: The Christopher Reeve...

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2025/01/16

Send us a textEpisode 520"SUPER/MAN: The Christopher Reeve Story"Composer: Ilan EshkeriIlan Eshkeri is an award-winning composer whose eclectic body of work is linked by his love of emotional narratives.Known for cult films such as Layer Cake, Stardust, The Young Victoria and Still Alice, Eshkeri is also recognised for his innovative work with Ralph Fiennes and his extensive television scores with David Attenborough. Later this year sees the release of the powerful documentary ‘Super/Man the ...

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Episode 519 | "Karate Kid: Legends' | Actor: Jennifer...

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2025/01/09

Send us a textEpisode 519"Karate Kid: Legends"Actor: Jennifer- Lynn Christie.Jennifer and I talk being original and authentic, early hardships, unconventional paths, being unique and original and we sprinkle in some Karate Kid: Legends.Jennifer-Lynn Christie, born in LaSalle, Montreal, Canada, is a versatile actress and artist known for her dynamic range and dedication to her crafts. Born to Ginette Lavigne and Stuart Christie, Jennifer-Lynn moved out at 17 and has since lived in the UK, Cali...

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Episode 518 | "The Fugitive", "Terrifier 3" and "The...

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2025/01/08

Send us a textEpisode 518"The Fugitive", "Terrifier 3" and "The Munsters"Actor: Daniel Roebuck.The very kind Dan Roebuck joins me to talk his lengthy acting career from Matlock to Rob Zombie and his role in the iconic "The Fugitive". Plus Dan clears the air once and for all as to what happened with his casting in "Home Alone."Having made his feature film debut starring in the teen comedy Cavegirl Daniel Roebuck quickly realized that there was only one direction to travel in his career. U...

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