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PODCAST

The Test of Time

Alan Noah and James Brief

Are the classic movies of our childhood really as great as we remember them? Hosts Alan Noah and James Brief take a fresh look at our favorite films to see if they have stood The Test of Time.

tv & film film reviews

All Episodes

53:40

Episode 486: Bedazzled (2000)

The Test of Time ·

2025/10/24

To win his dream girl's affection, a lonely loser makes a deal with the devil. Special guests Ally and Matt from Good Movie, Bad Movie join us to chat about Satan’s Post-it notes, a nerd who’s more over-the-top than Urkel, and the best Sister Hazel song. Then we find out if Bedazzled stands the Test of Time.

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41:10

Episode 484: All About Eve (1950)

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2025/10/10

An aging theater actress feels threatened by a devoted admirer. Listen as we discuss what phone operators could do in 1950, a friendly kick in the ass, and a grand ladies' lounge. Fasten your seatbelts; it’s going to be a bumpy night as we find out if All About Eve stands the Test of Time.

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37:56

Episode 477: The 40 Year Old Virgin (2005)

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2025/08/22

A middle-aged electronics store employee tries to have sex for the first time. Listen as we discuss James’ worthless toys, an out-of-left-field wedding, and the real reason women are the fairer sex. Then we find out if The 40 Year Old Virgin stands the Test of Time.

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37:59

Episode 475: Freaky Friday (2003)

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2025/08/08

A teenager and her mother switch bodies, allowing them to see the world from each other’s point of view. Listen as we chat about non-evil stepparents, getting an A in Gong 101, and an objectively wrong subjective opinion. Then we find out if Freaky Friday stands the Test of Time.

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41:50

Episode 474: Sesame Street Presents: Follow That Bird...

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2025/08/01

Big Bird leaves Sesame Street to live with a family of dodos, then tries to find his way home. Special guest Samantha Noah joins us to discuss a good old boy walking out of “We Are the World,” Miss Finch’s creeper van, and sad songs to talk to your therapist about. Then we see if Sesame Street Presents: Follow That Bird stands the Test of Time.

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40:57

Episode 471: Ghost (1990)

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2025/07/11

After a banker is killed, his spirit tries to save his girlfriend from the same fate. Join us as we chat about Demi Moore’s haircuts, the difference between the Righteous Brothers and the Smothers Brothers, and cleaning up after making pottery but before making love. Then we find out if Ghost stands the Test of Time.

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39:33

Episode 470: Born on the Fourth of July (1989)

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2025/07/04

After being paralyzed in Vietnam, a Marine gradually turns into an anti-war activist. Listen as we discuss our different Mario Kart philosophies, the worst month to get sick, and the power of denial. Then we find out if Born on the Fourth of July stands the Test of Time.

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41:58

Episode 468: 28 Days Later (2002)

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2025/06/20

After a virus wipes out most of England, a few survivors fight off the infected and would-be rapists. Listen as we discuss watching comedies in theaters, clever graffiti during a zombie apocalypse, and the effects of PCP. Then we find out if 28 Days Later stands the Test of Time.

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45:34

Episode 462: Real Women Have Curves (2002)

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2025/05/09

A recent high school graduate faces important decisions about the future and how to deal with her overbearing mother. Author Kevin Smokler joins us to discuss getting laughed at by publicists, an especially tough Christmas, and a cheesy hypothetical bake sale. Then we find out if Real Women Have Curves stands the Test of Time. Break The Frame: Conversations with Women Filmmakers by Kevin Smokler hits stores on May 22, 2025. Learn more: https://kevinsmokler.com/break-the-frame/

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27:49

Episode 461: Diary of a Wimpy Kid (2010)

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2025/05/02

A 6th grader repeatedly tries—and fails—to become the most popular kid in school. Special guests Eli Noah and Ryan Schneider join us to chat about literally ditching people, when nostalgic T-shirts become cool, and saying "Zoo-Wee-Mama" in real life. Then we see if Diary of a Wimpy Kid stands the Test of Time.

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37:51

Episode 460: Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975)

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2025/04/25

On a divine quest, King Arthur encounters rude French guards, a killer rabbit, and the dreaded Knights Who Say "Ni!" Join us as we discuss holy hand grenades, a smart investment by Led Zeppelin, and the Nintendo Switch 2. It’s just a flesh wound as we find out if Monty Python and the Holy Grail stands the Test of Time.

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51:15

Episode 459: American Psycho (2000)

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2025/04/18

Investment banker Patrick Bateman leads a double life as a serial killer. Special guest Samantha Noah joins us to chat about sweating on command, pretentious music analysis, and how this movie could have spawned a successful franchise. Then we find out if American Psycho stands the Test of Time.

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35:42

Episode 455: Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937)

The Test of Time ·

2025/03/21

On the run from her jealous stepmother, a princess befriends seven short miners. Join us as we discuss a modern woman's reaction to being told she's "the fairest," a huntsman who gets away with not murdering, and the real reason eggs are so expensive. Heigh-ho, heigh-ho, it’s off to work we go, as we find out if Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs stands the Test of Time.

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29:11

Episode 454: π (1998)

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2025/03/14

A math prodigy attempts to unlock the secrets of the universe… and the stock market. Listen as we chat about Jewdar in airports, literal bugs in the software, and cavemen with holes in their heads. Then we find out if π stands the Test of Time.

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37:34

Episode 453: Big Trouble in Little China (1986)

The Test of Time ·

2025/03/07

A truck driver and a restaurant owner face off against an ancient sorcerer in San Francisco’s Chinatown. Join us as we chat about the future of James Bond, exposition that’s so bad it’s good, and the perfect comeback to someone who refers to himself in the third person. Then we find out if Big Trouble in Little China stands the Test of Time.

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51:54

Episode 450: Little Shop of Horrors (1986)

The Test of Time ·

2025/02/14

A mean green mother from outer space starts eating the residents of Skid Row. Special guest Courtney Noah joins us to discuss a so-called ironing machine, an extremely disturbing Wikipedia page, and the best hero/villain showdown song ever. We’re having some fun now as we find out if Little Shop of Horrors stands the Test of Time.

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42:28

Episode 449: Any Given Sunday (1999)

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2025/02/07

The Miami Sharks depend on their third-string quarterback as they make a run for the playoffs. Listen as we chat about Oliver Stone’s too-frequent cutaways, a too-fast endorsement deal, and a too-personal halftime speech. It's a game of inches as we find out if Any Given Sunday stands the Test of Time.

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50:55

Episode 446: The Maltese Falcon (1941)

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2025/01/17

A private eye, a pathological liar, and an antiques collector pursue a priceless statue. Join us as we discuss our 2025 box office predictions, Conan O’Brien’s gumshoe speak, and what dingus really means. It’s the stuff that dreams are made of as we find out if The Maltese Falcon stands the Test of Time.

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35:39

Episode 444: Hexed (1993)

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2025/01/03

A lying hotel clerk sleeps with a supermodel, and quickly finds himself involved in a murder investigation. Listen as we discuss pretentious perfume commercials, tape recorder confessions, and watching sex scenes with your dad. Then we find out if Hexed stands the Test of Time.

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50:11

Episode 442: It's a Wonderful Life (1946)

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2024/12/20

A guardian angel saves a suicidal businessman by showing him what life would be like if he didn’t exist. Join us as we chat about Hanukkah scarves, a Bernie Sanders-esque rant, and a very young old maid. An angel gets his wings as we find out if It’s a Wonderful Life stands the Test of Time.

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