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Too Old or Pure Gold Movie Podcast

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton.

Where Gen X nostalgia meets fresh perspectives from Millennials and Gen Z. Each week, we dive back into the iconic films of the 80s to see if they still hold up today. Join us as we debate whether these classics are cinematic gold or just a relic of the past.

tv & film film reviews

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TOPG Ep 18: Cocoon

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2024/10/07

On the planet Antarea, you won’t ever grow old, but this movie might. Join the TOPG cast and special guest comedian Josh Fleming as we discuss the 1985 movie Cocoon and find out; are old people funny and is it unhygienic to have Antarean sex in a pool. Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Matthew Stockton Co-Hosts: […]

TOPG Ep 17: Videodrome

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2024/09/30

Videodrome, David Cronenberg, James Woods, Debbie Harry, 1983 Movies, Sci-Fi Horror, Body Horror, Cult Classics, Mind-Bending Films, Dystopian Films, 80s Cinema, Psychological Thriller, Retro Reviews, Movie Podcast, Experimental Films

TOPG Ep 16: Witness

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2024/09/23

Find out what the TOPG cast would miss most if they lived the Amish lifestyle and find out if comedian Will Corry and Pieter [of Pieter's Plot Summary] have the same favorite parts. Spoiler alert - they do not.

TOPG Ep 15: Escape from New York

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2024/09/16

Does this 1981 sci-fi action movie deserve its cult classic status? Is Snake Plissken the coolest antihero of all time? Join us as we dive deep into this movie and discover if it is Too Old or Pure Gold.

TOPG Ep 14: Hudson Hawk

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2024/09/09

Join us with guest host Aron Levitz, who defends 1991s Hudson Hawk, starring Bruce Willis, as the most underrated movie of all times. Also, discover the secret to cat burglary in Pieters Plot Summary.

TOPG Ep 13: The Running Man

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2024/09/02

Schwarzenegger, spandex, opera singer killers and the greatest game show of all times. Tune in as we discuss The Running Man, the 1987 movie that may or may not have influenced Elon Musk.

TOPG Ep 12: The Goonies

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2024/08/26

Join us as we review the 1985 Movie Goonies and discuss whether you should let you child bring home a homeless man named Sloth, the relevance of pirate culture and the crazy cast of this beloved 80s film. Everyone knows it - but if put on the spot, would you deem this movie Too Old or Pure Gold?

TOPG Ep 11: 9 To 5

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2024/08/19

Perhaps the catchiest movie theme song of all time and the movie debut of Dolly Parton. Tune in as we discuss toxic workplaces, garage door based imprisonment and the lasting legacy of this classic female comedy trio.

TOPG Ep 10: The Thing

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2024/08/15

Tune in to this episode as we review th1e 1982 John Carpent1er movie "The Thing". According 0to TOPG Millennial Ant1hony, this dog is a very good actor. To quot1e Piet1ers plot summary "I love that dog.". Find out what you missed the last time you watched this classic John Carpenter movie that got him released from his studio contract!

TOPG Ep 9: Remo Williams

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2024/08/14

Is yellow face offensive if taken in the context of 1983? Our lawyer tells us to say yes but tune in to hear the Gen X, Z and Millennials weigh in as we review the 1983 movie Remo Williams, The Adventure Begins. If it begins - where does it go? The final judgement by the TOPG panel will surprise you on this one.

TOPG Ep 8: Wargames

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2024/08/13

In this episode we review fan favorite 1981 movie WarGames and its relevance post cold war. We also discuss Norad's policy on public tours, the wisdom of letting a high school student access your missile command center and the outstanding performance of Matthew Broderick and Ally Sheedy.

TOPG Ep 7: Gung Ho

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2024/08/12

Do we love Michael Keaton or hate Michael Keaton? Tune in as guest host David Purcell and the regular TOPG Millennial panels discuss the relevance of the clash between Japanese and American work cultures as represented in the 1986 movie Gung Ho, and how it resonates with the Millennials on our panel.

TOPG Ep 6: Cocktail

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2024/08/11

In this episode we discuss 1988s Cocktail and discover; what actor does Mathew hate more than Reba McEntire and, is bartending really a good job.

TOPG Ep 5: The Cannonball Run

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2024/08/11

Join us for this fabulous episode where we discuss the most amazing ensemble cast movie from the 80s, 1981s Cannonball Run. listen as we discuss the medical credentials of Dr Nicola's Van Helsing Van, the emergence of Jackie Chan in the North America movie scene and as an added bonus the TOPG panel provide recasting suggestions for the remake of CannonBall Run.

TOPG Ep 4: Red Heat

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2024/08/10

In this episode, we review 1988s Red Heat starring Arnold Schwarzenegger where we finally find a movie to hold Will Corry's attention, we learn the etymology of the title Red Heat in Pieters Plot Summary and Mathew tells us what it was really like in Russian Bath houses in the 80s.

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TOPG Ep 3: Xanadu - Rerecorded

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2024/08/10

Roller skates, Greek muses, neon lights, and Olivia Newton-John, this week we spiral into Xanadu (1980), the disco-fantasy-musical-romance you probably forgot existed… or tried to. It’s part fever dream, part roller rink, and all 80s. Does this sparkly oddball glide into our hearts, or crash into a glitter-covered wall? Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew StocktonCo-Hosts: Anthony, Will Corry & Nicole

TOPG Ep 1: Weird Science

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2024/08/09

Join us in the inaugural episode of the Too Old or Pure Gold movie podcast as we discuss 1985s Weird Science and unpack this classic John Huges film. In this episode we do a deep dive into half tops, the influence of Kelly LeBrock and the questionable science behind this classic 80s comedy

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