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Reel Beans: A Film and Coffee Podcast

Two passions, one podcast. Join host Benjamin Schneider and a rotating cast of cinephile guests as we pair exceptional films with exceptional coffee—not just by taste, but by theme. Each episode is a masterclass in cinema and craft roasting, exploring the scenes, symbols, and ideas that spark real-world conversations long after the credits roll. From philosophical depth to cultural commentary, we journey through film history one cup at a time, examining stories that challenge, comfort, and

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70:53

Small Town Mayhem...the Hitchcock Way | Shadow of a...

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2026/09/29

Ben is joined by Danielle Aubuchon for Shadow of a Doubt (1943), paired with Land and Water Coffee's Godspeed Blend.Charlie Newton wishes for something to shake up sleepy Santa Rosa, and gets her beloved Uncle Charlie, the man she was named for, who may also be the Merry Widow Murderer. Ben and Danielle get into Hitchcock's gift for turning a safe small town menacing, what kind of man Uncle Charlie actually is, the dark comedy running underneath the tension, and how one bad summer can end a girl's

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65:02

The Screwball Masterpiece That Mocked the Ultra-Rich...

Reel Beans: A Film and Coffee Podcast ·

2026/09/15

What happens when a spoiled heiress finds a "forgotten man" at the city dump and hires him as the family butler? In 1936, it made for one of the sharpest, funniest, and most quietly radical comedies of the Depression era.This week, classic film expert Josh Rozett joins Ben to dig into MY MAN GODFREY (1936), Gregory La Cava's screwball classic starring William Powell as the mysterious Godfrey and Carole Lombard, the reigning queen of screwball, as the madcap Irene who can't stop meddling in his life

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42:08

Why Everyone Needs a 6-Foot Rabbit | Harvey (1950)...

Reel Beans: A Film and Coffee Podcast ·

2026/09/01

What if the kindest man in town is the one everyone wants to fix? Kathryn joins me for Harvey (1950), where Jimmy Stewart plays Elwood P. Dowd, a man whose best friend is a six-foot invisible rabbit and whose only real crime is being too pleasant for polite society.We dig into the question the film never answers. Does Harvey exist, or is he a figment of Elwood's imagination? You can't just blame the drink, because Veta sees him too. Then there's Formula 977, the serum that would make Elwood normal

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78:11

She Done Him Wrong (1933) — Come Up and Kick Ass...

Reel Beans: A Film and Coffee Podcast ·

2026/08/18

She Done Him Wrong (1933) — Come Up and Kick Ass SometimeMae West didn't wait for permission. She wrote the play, sold it to Hollywood, and walked onto the Paramount lot with her own material, her own rules, and a wardrobe that made censors reach for their pencils. She Done Him Wrong is the film that made her a star, nearly broke the Hays Code all on its own, and gave us one of the most misquoted lines in cinema history.Ben and Danielle sit down with Diamond Lou -- the original bad girl of the

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70:04

Autographs, Butterscotch Toffee, and Shirley | Bright...

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2026/08/04

Shirley Temple brings pure joy and golden-age innocence to this week's double feature. Ben and returning guest Danielle Aubuchon dive into Bright Eyes (1934), the film that made Shirley a household name, plus the delightful Donald Duck short The Autograph Hound (1939) where Shirley steals the show. And what better pairing for Depression-era escapism and gumdrops-and-lollipops sweetness than Boyer's Butterscotch Toffee Coffee? A 50-year-old roasted favorite that's as unapologetically indulgent as

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88:47

Viridiana (1961): Ban First, Baptize Later ft....

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2026/07/21

In 1961, Luis Buñuel's Viridiana was banned in Spain and declared blasphemous by the Vatican. Centuries earlier, the Catholic Church condemned coffee as "the Devil's drink" due to its Islamic origins - only to later "baptize" it when it proved too delicious to resist. Same institution. Same playbook.This week Reel Beans teams up with Bill Holland of Morally Offensive Podcast to explore Buñuel's masterpiece - a biting satire on religious hypocrisy, the failure of idealism, and the gap between genuine

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77:08

Top Gun (1986) | Danger Zones & Smooth Operators |...

Reel Beans: A Film and Coffee Podcast ·

2026/07/07

Top Gun (1986) — Danger Zones & Smooth Operators | Stumptown Nitro Cold Brew Today Ben is joined by Marc Pyskaty and Kathryn Horan from the Cinescare Horror Podcast for a high-flying dive into Top Gun (1986). Ben watches it for the first time. Marc and Kathryn are ready. This could go anywhere. We're drinking Stumptown Nitro Cold Brew — nitrogen-infused, creamy, cascading. Smooth operators deserve a smooth cup. Pour it into a glass and watch the cascade. You'll understand immediately. Where to

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71:14

Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) | Peru Coffee

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2026/06/23

In this episode, host Ben welcomes special guests Joe Janz and Matt Speak, the hosts of the Cinescare Podcast, for a deep dive into Steven Spielberg's 1981 action-adventure classic, Raiders of the Lost Ark, paired with a Fresh Roasted Coffee LLC Peru Medium Roast.Ben shares that this was his first time seeing the film, in a sold-out 35mm screening at Quentin Tarantino's New Beverly Cinema in LA. The three discuss what makes the film a near-perfect adventure movie: the thrilling practical effects,

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72:59

The Truman Show (1998) | Starbucks Veranda Blend

Reel Beans: A Film and Coffee Podcast ·

2026/06/09

Ben, along with Casey and Allen discuss The Truman Show and sip Starbucks Veranda Blend. Exploring the timeless themes of The Truman Show, its commentary on reality TV, societal control, and the impact of technology on privacy and authenticity. A deep dive into the film's relevance today and its cultural significance.The Truman Show (Film) - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0120382/Where to Watch: https://www.justwatch.com/us/movie/the-truman-showJim Carrey -https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jim_CarreyPeter

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96:47

Dorothy McGuire Double Feature: Seeing Past the...

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2026/05/26

SHOW NOTESEpisode Title: Dorothy McGuire Double Feature: Seeing Past the Surface | Gentleman's Agreement & The Enchanted CottageDescription:What do a journalist pretending to be Jewish and a disfigured war veteran falling in love in a magical cottage have in common? They're both about learning to see what's actually there instead of what we've been taught to see.In this double-feature episode, Ben and returning guest Danielle Aubuchon explore two Dorothy McGuire classics asking the same

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46:04

The Descent (2005) — What Grows in Darkness | Four...

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2026/05/12

Season 2 kicks off with a descent into darkness.Join Ben Schneider and Kathryn Horan as they explore Neil Marshall's THE DESCENT (2005) — now in Ben's top ten horror films. Six women. One unmapped cave. Creatures that shouldn't exist. And betrayals that cut deeper than any monster ever could.We're pairing this claustrophobic nightmare with Four Sigmatic Mushroom Coffee, because Kathryn had a brilliant insight: mushrooms literally grow in caves. What starts as a clever connection becomes something

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55:01

Thelma & Louise (1991) — Freedom Tastes Like the Open...

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2026/04/28

In the season one finale of Reel Beans, host Ben is joined by returning guest Josh Rozett to celebrate one year of pairing films with coffee. For this milestone episode, Josh shares Ridley Scott's 1991 landmark Thelma & Louise, paired with Mt. Comfort Coffee's Guatemala Blend - a bright, balanced cup that mirrors the film's journey from constraint to freedom.Ben and Josh explore how Geena Davis and Susan Sarandon create one of cinema's most authentic friendships, how Ridley Scott's visual style

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84:48

Laura (1944) & Sitting Pretty (1948) — Celebrating...

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2026/04/14

Reel Beans — Episode 24 Clifton Webb Tribute: Laura (1944) & Sitting Pretty (1948) | Intelligentsia House BlendWelcome to Hummingbird Hill. This week we are celebrating one of Hollywood's most brilliant and wildly underrated actors — the one, the only, Clifton Webb. Frequent guest Danielle Aubuchon joins us for a tribute episode covering two sides of Webb's genius: the brooding, obsessive Waldo Lydecker in Otto Preminger's noir classic Laura (1944) and the pompous, hilarious, utterly magnificent

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25:12

The Easter Beagle & Easter Bunny Specials (1974/1977)...

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2026/03/31

EPISODE 23 - SHOW NOTESEaster Double Feature: The Easter Bunny Is Comin' to Town & It's the Easter Beagle, Charlie BrownFILMS DISCUSSED:The Easter Bunny Is Comin' to Town (1977) Rankin/Bass stop-motion special narrated by Fred Astaire https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Easter_Bunny_Is_Comin'_to_TownIt's the Easter Beagle, Charlie Brown (1974) Peanuts holiday special with music by Vince Guaraldi https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/It's_the_Easter_Beagle,_Charlie_BrownCOFFEE PAIRING:Purchase:

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74:34

Friday the 13th (1980) + Starbucks Via Instant...

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2026/03/10

About This EpisodeHost Ben and guest Kathryn Horan pair the 1980 slasher classic Friday the 13th with Starbucks Via Instant Coffee, joined by Marc Pyskaty, co-host of the Cinescare podcast. They explore why both became massive successes by prioritizing accessibility over sophistication.Featured GuestMarc Pyskaty - Co-host of the Cinescare podcast Cinescare PodcastResources & LinksWatch the Film:Friday the 13th (1980) on AmazonFind on JustWatchTry the Coffee:Starbucks Via on AmazonLearn

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76:56

Now, Voyager (1942) — Bette Davis, Mental Health &...

Reel Beans: A Film and Coffee Podcast ·

2026/02/17

Reel Beans Episode 21: Now, Voyager (1942) & Brazil CoffeeFeaturing Danielle AubuchonEpisode SummaryIn this episode, Ben and Reel Beans staple Danielle Aubuchon dive into the 1942 classic Now, Voyager, starring the incomparable Bette Davis as Charlotte Vale. They explore how the film was remarkably ahead of its time in its frank discussion of mental health, the lasting damage of a domineering parent who never wanted her child, and the complex journey toward independence and self-discovery. From

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62:09

Frankenstein (2025)

Reel Beans: A Film and Coffee Podcast ·

2026/01/13

Frankenstein (2025), Coffee Blends, and the Art of Construction“I could not understand why men who knew all about good and evil could hate and kill each other.” In this milestone Episode 20 of Reel Beans, host Ben Schneider is joined by Casey Haltom and Allen Stafford to discuss Frankenstein, directed by Guillermo del Toro and based on Mary Shelley’s timeless novel. Together, they explore why Frankenstein is far more than a gothic horror story, examining its themes of obsession, love, ignorance,

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41:09

Terror Train (1980)

Reel Beans: A Film and Coffee Podcast ·

2025/12/30

SummaryIn this episode, Reel Beans and guest Kathryn Horan discuss the 1980 horror film 'Terror Train,' starring Jamie Lee Curtis. They explore the film's plot, character dynamics, and unique setting on a train during a New Year's Eve party. The conversation delves into the film's suspenseful atmosphere, the role of David Copperfield, and the character development of the protagonists. They also analyze the film's themes, including revenge and the nature of fear, while highlighting its status as an

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15:10

A Christmas Carol Revisited

Reel Beans: A Film and Coffee Podcast ·

2025/12/23

In this episode of Real Beans, we explore three favorite adaptations of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol — the animated Mr. Magoo's Christmas Carol, the musical Scrooge starring Albert Finney, and the acclaimed 1951 Alastair Sim film — and examine how each retells Scrooge's journey from greed and isolation to compassion and redemption.Along the way, we savor seasonal coffee, discuss memorable performances and songs, and reflect on why Dickens' message about kindness and human connection remains

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85:28

It Happened on 5th Avenue

Reel Beans: A Film and Coffee Podcast ·

2025/12/02

For this holiday special, Danielle Aubuchon joins me for a warm and nostalgic conversation about two heartfelt Christmas classics. We chat about the gentle charm of “Santa and the Three Bears” and the found-family spirit of “It Happened on Fifth Avenue” while sipping Irish Coffee and exploring themes of kindness, compassion, and the joy of holiday storytelling.Settle in, pour a cup, and enjoy this cozy holiday episode. Guest Danielle Aubuchon Website: https://www.danielleaubuchon.com/ Where to

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