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THE FIXATE & BINGE PODCAST, with Host, Joe Curdy: Deep dives into cinema and storytelling with voices who create it

Welcome to The Fixate & Binge Podcast, where host Joe Curdy dives deep into the world of film and television — exploring the stories that move us and the creators who bring them to life.Each week, Joe sits down with filmmakers, writers, actors, and producers from around the globe to unpack the art, craft, and cultural impact of movies and TV. From indie gems to major releases, every conversation blends thoughtful analysis with candid, down-to-earth storytelling.Whether you’re a passionate

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29:30

HELL OF A SUMMER Horror Film is a Helluva...

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2025/04/08

Send us a text Welcome Back to this week's episode of the Fixate & Binge Podcast. In this episode, I explain the tremendously unfortunate podcast recording that was lost like tears in the rain due to faulty recording software that failed me at the worst possible moment. Still, there is much to love (I hope) in this week's episode where I review the latest horror flick, HELL OF A SUMMER, which was an underwhelming viewing experience. I also discuss two new shows with episodes that are enti...

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33:46

It's Time for TV Commercials at the Cinema to Go, and...

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2025/04/01

Send us a text Your time is money and watching commercials at the cinema for up to 30-minutes before your movie begins is incentivizing theatergoers to opt to stay home, avoid the ads, and just get on with their viewing experience! Cinema chains need to meet their patrons halfway -- and back Connecticut State Senator Martin Looney's proposed bill no. 797 to being a national law that requires theater chains to advertise the actual time the films start irrespective of the commercials and traile...

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34:29

Goodnight, 'Big' George Foreman, and the Three Best...

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2025/03/25

Send us a text Family Statement on the passing of George Foreman: "With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved George Edward Foreman, Sr who peacefully departed on March 21, 2025 surrounded by loved ones." "A devout preacher, a devoted husband, a loving father, and a proud grand and great grandfather, he lived a life marked by unwavering faith, humility, and purpose." RIP to one of my personal heroes and favorite sports athletes. There will never be another George Foreman. ...

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32:52

The Very Good, The Bad and the Ugly: Reviews for...

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2025/03/18

Send us a text Welcome back to the Fixate & Binge Podcast -- in this latest episode, Joe discusses the ugly campaign picking up steam with the casting announcements for HBO's new Harry Potter series and discusses (with examples) why this is hypocrisy of the highest order and a huge step back towards tolerance and equality. Joe also discusses two new films -- one of which is streaming now on Netflix: THE ELECTRIC STATE starring Millie Bobby Brown and Chris Pratt that seems like an enormo...

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34:56

Bong Joon-ho's MICKEY 17 Was Worth the Wait: the...

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2025/03/11

Send us a text Welcome back to our 8th episode of 2025! It's been delayed almost an entire year, but it's finally here -- Bong Joon-ho's MICKEY 17 -- the first great film of 2025! Tune in to hear Joe's mostly-spoiler-free take on what the film means, what other films are similar in theme, and why Joe boldly claims that Bong Joon-ho is becoming our generation's Stanley Kubrick! Also discussed -- Amazon Prime's REACHER -- in its third season and capably being carried by a very game Alan R...

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49:01

A Post-97th Academy Awards Retrospective: What I got...

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2025/03/04

Send us a text Well, that's a wrap on the 97th Academy Awards for 2025 -- and boy did my predictions from the previous episode humble me! Tune in to hear what I got wrong and why -- and what surprised this year more than previous years. Also discussed -- Letterboxd reviews for Netflix's short, political series ZERO DAY, starring Robert De Niro, and Osgood Perkins' latest horror film currently in cinemas THE MONKEY. I also bid -- perhaps for good -- farewell after more than 40 years of l...

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39:07

2025 Academy Awards Predictions -- and the Best Films...

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2025/02/18

Send us a text On Sunday, March 2, 2025, the 97th Academy Awards broadcast will anoint its winners in esteemed categories that have been coveted for nearly 100 years by producers, actors, screenwriters and directors since Tinseltown first conceived of the awards ceremony. Viewed from around the world by a growing cinematic community, countless critics, bloggers and podcasters have made their predictions. The Fixate & Binge Podcast is making theirs -- and for the major categories, you will...

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57:10

Living the Dream: Discussing Apple TV's SEVERANCE...

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2025/02/11

Send us a text The discussion continues in this second part of this 2-part podcast interview with film producer and director, Elizabeth Caddy -- with a deep dive into the themes and philosophy of Apple TV's SEVERANCE! We discuss the significance of specific developments in season 1 and where we think the show is taking us in the current season 2! Also in this episode are some recommendations to two new shows available to stream -- Amazon Prime's YOU'RE CORDIALLY INVITED starring Will Ferrell ...

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40:08

Living the Dream: A Conversation with Film Producer,...

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2025/02/04

Send us a text Film producer and director, Elizabeth Caddy stops by the Fixate & Binge Podcast to discuss her love of making films and creating exciting, thought-provoking stories ranging from short films, feature films or the brilliant tv series, Gin & Platonic, which she executive produces. We also discuss Elizabeth's latest project -- A HOPEFUL MADNESS -- which she wrote and co-directed, that is currently making the rounds at multiple Independent Film Festivals, and winning several...

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55:39

Let's All Go to the Lobby with Special Guest Harry...

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2025/01/28

Send us a textWelcome to Season 3, Episode 3 of The Fixate & Binge Podcast!This week's episode, I was honored to have Harry Marks of Lobby Intros drop by to discuss his recent viral TikTok review of Robert Eggers' NOSFERATU -- which has received (to date) over 1-million views!Harry also offers his insight on why classic cinema matters, where to get started for anyone hoping to start broadening their cinematic understanding with classic films from the past, and the worrying trend of so man...

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25:11

Three New Films to Stream Now, Why WOLF MAN is all...

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2025/01/21

Send us a textWelcome back!If you have Disney+/HULU and a AMC+/SHUDDER subscription -- you owe it to yourself to see the following films new to streaming:A REAL PAIN, Written, directed and starring Jesse Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin. Streaming now on Disney+/HULU.A DIFFERENT MAN, Written and directed by Aaron Schimberg, starring Sebastian Stan, Adam Pearson, Renate Reinsve. Streaming now on Disney+/HULU.RED ROOMS, Written and direct by Pascal Plante, starring Juliette Gariépy, Laurie Babin. St...

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35:27

AMERICAN PRIMEVAL is a Great Show, But...Letterboxd...

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2025/01/14

Send us a textWelcome to 2025 and a brand new year of The Fixate & Binge Podcast!In this episode, Netflix's new hit show -- AMERICAN PRIMEVAL -- is reviewed, but the question lingers: was there a better, more factually based story to be told from the Territory of Utah in the mid-19th century? Joe weighs in with some Mormon history...Joe also addresses news that streaming giants like Netflix are actively adjusting their content in the writing room to accommodate distracted subscribers who ...

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43:07

The Best of HBO/MAX in 2024, the Problem with Tyler...

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2024/12/31

Send us a textWelcome to a short series of the best from streaming in 2024! This week's episode, I discuss the best that HBO/MAX offered subscribers with:THE PENGUINTRUE DETECTIVE: NIGHT COUNTRYHOUSE OF THE DRAGON (Season 2)THE FRANCHISE I also discuss the problem(s) with Tyler Sheridan's latest production, LANDMAN, starring Billy Bob Thornton, and Ali Larter.Lastly, I share my spoiler-free review of Robert Egger's passion project, NOSFERATU and why I think Lily-Rose Depp deserves an Osc...

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32:08

The Best of HULU/FX in 2024, and Why the James Bond...

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2024/12/24

Send us a textWelcome to a short series of the best from streaming in 2024! This week's episode, I discuss the best that HULU/FX offered subscribers with:SHōGUNUNDER THE BRIDGETHE BEAR (SEASON 3)FARGO (SEASON 5)I also discuss troubling news about why the James Bond franchise has stalled -- and what this might mean for Bond fans around the world...Have a Happy Christmas and a Merry New Year! Looking forward to 2025!Thank you for listening! You can find and follow us with the links be...

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40:09

The Best of Amazon Prime in 2024, and is Aaron Taylor...

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2024/12/17

Send us a textWelcome to a short series of the best from streaming in 2024! This week's episode, I discuss the best that Amazon Prime offered subscribers with:FALLOUTBATMAN: CAPED CRUSADERRINGS OF POWERTHE WALKING DEAD: DARYL DIXON (AMC)MATLOCK Next week, I will dive into the best in streaming from Disney/Hulu for 2024!You won't want to miss it!Thank you for listening! You can find and follow us with the links below!Read our Letterboxd reviews at:https://letterboxd.com/fixateandbinge/Fol...

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39:02

The Best of Netflix in 2024, from ARCANE to BLACK...

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2024/12/10

Send us a textWelcome to a short series of the best from streaming in 2024! This week's episode, I discuss the best that Netflix offered subscribers with:BABY REINDEER RIPLEYTHE BROTHERS SUNBLUE EYE SAMURAITHE GENTLEMENARCANEBLACK DOVESNext week, I will dive into the best in streaming from Amazon Prime.You won't want to miss it!Thank you for listening! You can find and follow us with the links below!Read our Letterboxd reviews at:https://letterboxd.com/fixateandbinge/Follow us on In...

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64:43

ARE WE ALONE IN THE UNIVERSE? 15 All-time Best Films...

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2024/12/03

Send us a textRecent House Subcommittee Hearings and declassified footage in the past few years -- especially in the past two weeks -- seem to confirm what many have suspected for decades:WeAreNOTAlone!In celebration of these extraordinary findings -- now available to the public -- Season 2, Episode 17 of The Fixate & Binge Podcast offers a definitive list of the best 15 films about UFOs/UAPs and extra terrestrial life! From John Carpenter, to James Cameron, Steven Spielberg and beyond --...

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82:18

Welcoming Back Cinephile & Film Festival Patron --...

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2024/11/26

Send us a textA huge welcome back to former guest Adam Kromachou, aka, Sunset Loner Cinema to discuss the year in film (so far), and what to keep an eye on for the awards circuit!Joe & Adam also dive into the new release -- Gladiator 2 (spoiler-free, of course) and offer their analysis on what worked, what was surprising, and other critiques.You won't want to miss hearing about the films Adam feels are strong contenders at the Oscars this year -- and what's yet to come!Join us for a livel...

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61:50

30 Essential Holiday Films to Get You Through the...

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2024/11/19

Send us a textTired of the kids sitting around the house during the Thanksgiving & Christmas Break holidays? Fed up with extended family who have overstayed their welcomes? Bored with endless college and NFL football games? Cash-strapped after another Christmas shopping season?This week's episode appeals to the couch-potato in all of us -- with an essential list of 30 Holiday Films to keep you, your loved ones, bored kids, and extended family pre-occupied until the New Year drops and we a...

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54:30

Discussing the Genius of Taika Waititi's WHAT WE DO...

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2024/11/12

Send us a textWith our post-election hangovers bringing on a new winter of discontent, former graduate school colleague and all-around comedy raconteur, Dr. Bob Beshere stops by the podcast to express his love for Taika Waititi's brilliant and hilarious WHAT WE DO IN THE SHADOWS, now in its final season.Joe and Bob reminisce about their time studying overseas, Shakespeare, and just what Bob has been doing for the past 21 years other than fighting crime in the city all night.Joe also shares fi...

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