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The Popcorn Diet

The Popcorn Diet

The Popcorn Diet is a show about bringing good movie buddies together and talkin" good movies wherever you listen to podcasts! Every movie has something to love, and we strive to stay away from negativity, trolling, and reveling in the bad by focusing and celebrating on what works while still bemoaning what doesn"t. We strive to be a movie community that isn"t divisive or condescending, that doesn"t treat you like garbage because you love certain movies. We"re just as willing to gush about Street

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01:30:30

Ep. 108 - Reacting to The Rise of Skywalker

The Popcorn Diet ·

2019/12/24

The Saga Ends. David and Rick have a supersized, emotion-filled discussion about the final entry in the Star Wars Skywalker Saga: The Rise of Skywalker. Join us as we get into deep discussion about Star Wars, the anger and vitriol that has followed the franchise in the past few years, and break down specific plot points of the sequel trilogy and the Skywalker saga in total! Rick tries not to engage the discourse. David tells us about the Star Wars movie he wants to make. All that and more!! (2:50)

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01:09:41

Ep. 107 - Back to Jumanji: The Next Level

The Popcorn Diet ·

2019/12/17

The game is back and it's more dangerous than ever! The boys get zapped back into Jumanji as they discuss the new sequel: The Next Level. Join our latest episode as we talk about why some franchise reboots find success, our nitpicks with world-building, and our ideas for another Jumanji sequel. David turns the B story into the A story. Rick steals away the thunder. All that and more!! (1:13) Our Video Game Characters (4:29) Our Jumanji History and Initial Thoughts (15:21) Spoiler-Free Jumanji

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00:49:01

Ep. 106 - Oscar Updated Predictions, Golden Globes,...

The Popcorn Diet ·

2019/12/11

The Oscar races are heating up with the announcement of the Golden Globe nominees, Guild nominees, and critics awards! Join us this episode as we adjust our Oscar predictions based on who is gaining ground, who is losing steam, and who we think is getting the shaft! Rick offers a look behind the scenes of the podcast. David makes Rick play by the rules. All that and more! (1:24) The Thick of Awards Season Discourse! (8:55) Golden Globe Reactions (20:18) Guilds and Oscar Calendars (26:41)

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00:59:02

Ep. 105 - Get Your Knives Out

The Popcorn Diet ·

2019/11/25

There's a dead body on our hands and we suspect foul play. The boys take a look at Rian Johnson's new murder mystery Knives Out in our newest episode and discuss the finer points of ensemble movies, whodunit tropes, and if we enjoyed the star-studded new flick. David enjoys a well structured mystery. Rick ponders the nature of humanity. All that and more! (1:24) Freshly Hyped from Knives Out (3:12) Ensembles, Whodunits, and True Crime Galore! (18:31) No Spoilers Knives Out Reactions (31:04) Our

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01:03:48

Ep. 104 - Ford v Ferrari

The Popcorn Diet ·

2019/11/19

Two of the biggest movie stars in the world come together to tell the true story of how Ford took on Ferrari as The Popcorn Diet looks at Ford v Ferrari. Special guest Good Movie Buddy Matt Theodosis joins us this week to talk about movie star performances, analogies in storytelling, and to go down the side path of Josh Lucas history. Rick connects racing, boxing, and fighter jets. Matt invokes Pixar's Cars. All that and more! (1:14) Life Updates, Matt Returns, and Cruise/Pitt v Bale/Damon (9:29)

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01:02:27

Ep. 103 - Dark Fate: Terminated?

The Popcorn Diet ·

2019/11/06

Come with me if you want to live! The Terminator saga tries for another relaunch and The Popcorn Diet is here to talk all about it. We spend some time focusing on our history with the franchise, how escalating villains can be done right, and where the films all parallel each other through their many time travel loopholes. David's machine origins are discussed. Rick saw too many violent movies as a kid. All that and more! (1:33) The Canadian Machine and Terminator History (16:05) How'd Dark Fate

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01:08:27

Ep. 102 - Jojo Rabbit, Satire, and Anti-Hate

The Popcorn Diet ·

2019/10/29

The boys get a little real this week as we talk about Taika Waititi's newest film, the anti-hate satire Jojo Rabbit. Join Rick and David as we discuss the history and purpose of satirical films, our love for Taika, and the deep societal and political analogies explored in his latest flick. Hopefully this movie will spurn conversation about treating people with love. Rick invokes Starship Troopers. David takes offense to Rick's assumptions. All that and more! (1:33) Zombieland 2 and Discussing

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00:57:51

Ep. 101 - Going High Tech with Gemini Man

The Popcorn Diet ·

2019/10/16

One Will Smith isn't enough, so we're doubling up the Will Smiths and talking all about his new movie: Gemini Man! Join us as we discuss the long history of the production of the film, Ang Lee and Jerry Bruckheimer teaming up, as well as when story fails technology. David has issues with the travel shortcuts. Rick wants justice for Baron. All that and more! (1:33) The LONG Road to Gemini Man (11:27) Big Willie, Bruckheimer, and Ang Lee Star Power (22:30) Spoiler-Free Good/Bad Thoughts on Gemini

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01:09:13

Ep. 100 - Joker

The Popcorn Diet ·

2019/10/10

The Popcorn Diet celebrates its 100th episode by taking on one of the most difficult and controversial films they've perhaps ever covered: JOKER. Join us for this episode as we struggle to find the meaning in the madness, heap praises on Joaquin Phoenix, and talk about the controversies surrounding the dark DC adaptation. David has an AH-HA moment. Rick wonders if it's all real or not. All that and more! (1:16) Our 100th Episode with Joker (2:48) Expectations and Controversy! (16:23) Spoiler-Free

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00:52:08

Ep. 99 - Festival Season Oscar Predictions

The Popcorn Diet ·

2019/10/02

As the Fall arrives, so does the talk of film festivals, awards, and studio politics. It's only natural that this week gives us the first Oscar Predictions episode from The Popcorn Diet! Join us as we discuss the festival season thus far, who's losing and gaining momentum, and our predictions for all the over-the-line categories. Rick does a whole lot of talking, shocker. David has questions about Oscar bait. All that and more! (0:48) It's Prestige Season, Baby! (2:17) Recapping the Festival

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01:03:35

Ep. 98 - Ad Astra

The Popcorn Diet ·

2019/09/25

The Popcorn Diet journeys through space with Brad Pitt as we discuss his new film written and direct by James Gray: Ad Astra. The boys dive deep into the thematic storytelling of the new space epic, realistic production design, and what makes Gray and Pitt such dynamic forces in filmmaking. Rick makes comparisons to Odysseus. David wants to know more about moon pirates. All that and more! (1:43) Going to Space with Brad Pitt (6:59) James Gray, Brad Pitt, and Good Storytelling (22:34) Spoiler-Free

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01:21:16

Ep. 97 - It: Chapter Two

The Popcorn Diet ·

2019/09/12

The Popcorn Diet returns to the town of Derry, Maine as we come face-to-face with Pennywise himself and It: Chapter Two. Looking at the sequel to the film we discussed on Episode 15, the boys talk about blockbuster horror filmmaking, the differences between the kids and the adults, and why Derry and its inhabitants are so messed up. Rick loves the reference to his favorite horror movie. David is looking for the authorities. All that and more! (1:33) Returning to Derry 82 Episodes Later (6:00)

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01:00:27

Ep. 96 - Ready or Not

The Popcorn Diet ·

2019/08/28

The boys shift gears this week as we take a look at the Fox Searchlight thriller Ready or Not! Join us as we talk about how thrillers separate themselves from horror films, if this movie could spin off into a franchise, and how Ready or Not is in the same league as films like Cabin in the Woods and You're Next. David surprises with an out-of-the-box comparison. Rick thinks this movie is telling him not to get married. All that and more! (1:34) Ready or Not, This Movie is Coming (8:16) Scary

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01:21:05

Perfect Popcorn: Ocean's Eleven (2001)

The Popcorn Diet ·

2019/08/21

Perfect Popcorn returns with it's second all-listeners episode, this time focusing on the film that perhaps shaped our adult lives the most: Ocean's Eleven. We talk about just how cool the crew was, try to hold back quoting the movie too much, and talk about Las Vegas as it was and how it's changed. Join us as we recount history, talk about our favorite moments, and assess if it still holds up to this day. All that and more, on the second episode of Perfect Popcorn! (1:42) Ocean's Eleven History

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00:48:25

SERIES DEBUT! Perfect Popcorn - Jurassic Park

The Popcorn Diet ·

2019/08/13

The Popcorn Diet presents the first episode of new series dedicated to celebrating the movies that we love, the movies that shaped us, and the movies that will always be Perfect Popcorn. Our inaugural episode focuses on one of the most influential films of a generation: Steven Spielberg's Jurassic Park. Join us as we recount history, talk about our favorite moments, and assess if it still holds up to this day. All that and more, on the first episode of Perfect Popcorn! (3:04) Jurassic Park

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01:10:35

Ep. 95 - Hobbs & Shaw & Fast & Furious

The Popcorn Diet ·

2019/08/05

An ice cold can of whoop ass meets a champagne problem as Dwayne Johnson and Jason Statham try to coexist and save the world in Hobbs & Shaw. Join us for our latest episode as we discuss the newest spinoff of the Fast and Furious world as well as dumb fun, crazy action, and numerous easter eggs. David has an interesting bad guy theory. Rick compares the film to chill cheese fries. All that and more! (2:10) The World of the Fast and the Furious (9:02) New Characters, Creative, and Spoiler-Free

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01:07:40

Ep. 94 - Once Upon a Time... In Hollywood

The Popcorn Diet ·

2019/07/31

Director Quentin Tarantino takes us on a journey back to the golden age of television and film with his newest film, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. With a superstar cast of Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt, and Margot Robbie, does QT's latest match up with his highest highs or his lowest lows? Join us as we discuss his history and why the film is his love letter more than others. David feels the character of Hollywood. Rick is burned by the spoilers. All that and more! (2:25) The History of

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01:02:04

Ep. 93 - The Lion King Returns Again

The Popcorn Diet ·

2019/07/22

Did you love the 1994 animated version of The Lion King? Well they remade it almost shot for shot! Our latest episode focuses on the latest gigantic Disney release and talk about the reasons why movies exist, Favreau's mission statement, and if it's good or bad to just remake the original with a really fancy new coat of paint. David has issues about feeling the love tonight or in the afternoon. Rick risks the wrath of the Beyhive. All that and more! (2:40) The Lion King 2019 Mission

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01:02:25

Ep. 92 - Our 2019 Mid-Year in Review

The Popcorn Diet ·

2019/07/10

We're halfway through the 2019 film year and it's time for The Popcorn Diet to take stock of where we've been and what's coming up! Join us for our halfway year in review as we talk about our favorite movies, the biggest surprises, the state of movie going, and what we're excited about for the rest of the year. David gives us his box office history lesson. Rick stays positive about all the different ways to see movies. All that and more! (1:10) Comparing the First Half of 2019 with History (8:55)

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01:07:34

Ep. 91 - Spider-Man: Far From Home

The Popcorn Diet ·

2019/07/02

Phase Three comes to a close for the MCU, and we're celebrating the end of The Infinity Saga with its final entry, Spider-Man: Far From Home. We break down what makes this version of the wall crawler so unique in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, discuss characters, performances, this series' habit for a good twist, and what we think might happen in the future of Spidey and the MCU. Rick blanks on a famous cameo name. David leaves Rick hanging out to dry. All that and more! (1:07) High School

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