The Barnes Boys Take you Back (do do do dooo) to 1976's amazing drama about a man who came from nothing but heart found value in who he was. In this episode we talk about the unknown actor and writer who believed in himself enough to put EVERYTHING on the line to make this movie which won Best Picture and started Sylvester Stallone's career, Italian family dynamics, how faith in ones' self makes all the difference in the world, how Rocky ISN'T a boxing movie, and much more!...
Sep 14, 2022•47 min•Season 2Ep. 9
The Barnes Boys continues this excellent episode as Ryan and Anakin dive into the 1996 cult classic Swingers starring Vince Vaughn and Jon Favreau, taking a look at the confusion of 90's dating, old school Vegas, social awkwardness, Heather Graham's Dorian Grey-ness, and how Jon Favreau not only influenced all of our current culture, but also how he changed one of our lives!
Sep 05, 2022•55 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Join the Barnes Boys as we continue with the long awaited part 2 of Season 2 with Pump Up the Volume. Our deep dive covers California trees, radio broadcast regulations, smoking, loneliness, and a bit of teen suicide. Jump in with us and enjoy the show!
Jul 11, 2022•58 min•Season 2Ep. 7
This week the Barnes Boys look at the 1980's classic Airplane! Starring: Robert Hays , Julie Hagert , and Leslie Nielsen and directed by: Jim Abrahams , David Zucker , and Jerry Zucker This week we break down the movie and dive into topics such as working conditions, religious groups in airports, airline greediness, the unrealistic beliefs of dog owners, the reason behind mental health's negative stigma, the disillusionment of "western" missionaries, and the beginning of post-credits scenes!...
Sep 06, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 6
This week we take a look at Clerks, the movie that began it all for Kevin Smith. This is one of Ryan's favourites, and this will be Anakin's first Kevin Smith film! Have a listen as we talk about Clerks, high level writing, the 90's, customer service, hard work, and theatre tech! Get some fun gear and support our show here! Check out Jay and Silent Bob Get Old podcast here
Aug 30, 2021•55 min•Season 2Ep. 5
This week, the Barnes Boys takes it to the next level with our first guest, adding another generation of Barnes while we look at the 1975 movie Jaws. With all three generations we cover what it was like for Larry to see it in the movie theatre for its initial release, Ryan watching on VHS for the first time as a small child, and Anakin watching on DVD the first time as a kid! We also cover great topics such as pruning fingers, compare the surfing of the Pacific vs the Atlantic oceans, Knotts Sca...
Aug 16, 2021•1 hr 34 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Join the Barnes Boys on the road while we talk about the movie Borat, Jim Carey becoming Andy Kaufman, the mighty return of Fanny Packs, handing down 1st World Technology to Soviet countries, treating others equally for good or ill, multi-layered humour, Ryan’s breast-feeding date, the reason sales people have a bad reputation, President Bush’s popularity, the misconception of purchasing guns in America, growing up in a Pentecostal church, violation of privacy, and a good discussion about what k...
Aug 09, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Join us this week as we finish up the 2-part season premiere of The Barnes Boys Podcast! This extra long show focuses on the 1999 hit Fight Club, starring Edward Norton, Brad Pitt, Helena Bonham Carter, directed by David Fincher. Listen in as we talk about Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince, how we love Leonardo DiCaprio, CGI over the years, the history of Meatloaf, the incredibly long prolong of Gone With the Wind, why it’s important to buy sturdy luggage, *69, and support groups. LINKS Che...
Aug 02, 2021•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 2
Join us this week and next in this special 2 part season premiere of The Barnes Boys Podcast! This extra long show focuses on the 1999 hit Fight Club, starring Edward Norton, Brad Pitt, Helena Bonham Carter, directed by David Fincher. Listen in as we talk about Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince, how we love Leonardo DiCaprio, CGI over the years, the history of Meatloaf, the incredibly long prolong of Gone With the Wind, why it’s important to buy sturdy luggage, *69, and support groups. LINK...
Jul 26, 2021•27 min•Season 2Ep. 1
The Barnes Boys conclude their first season with a look at the 1984 cult classic mockumentary, This Is Spinal Tap directed by Rob Reiner and starring Christopher Guest, Harry Shearer, Michael McKean, and Rob Reiner. Join us as we dive into the movie and discuss topics such as D minor being the saddest key, pedophilia paneling, Tony and Tina's Wedding, and more! This is our last episode of the season as we begin packing to move into our new home at Pirate's Den Studios. Be sure to subscribe to re...
Jan 29, 2021•43 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Barnes Boys return for 2016's Nerve with a full look at the action, effects of social media, and the psychology attributes which influence behaviours. Nerve (2016) A high school senior finds herself immersed in an online game of truth or dare, where her every move starts to become manipulated by an anonymous community of "watchers." Starring Emma Roberts, Dave Franco, Emily Meade Directors: Henry Joost, Ariel Schulman To hear Anakin's 6/10 podcast, visit: https://anchor.fm/anakin1 For more of Ry...
Jan 21, 2021•49 min•Season 1Ep. 5
This week the Barnes Boys bring you the 1987 action cop movie, Lethal Weapon. Join us as we talk about falling stunts, Los Angeles, barbiturates, the Vietnam War, and more! Show Notes: Click here for Anakin's 6/10 Podcast Catch us here on Twitter Click here to watch the mentioned Tennessee Jones video Produced by: Anakin Barnes and Ryan Barnes Music by: Ryan M Barnes...
Jan 15, 2021•48 min•Season 1Ep. 4
The Barnes Boys are back from Christmas break with a fun look at 1985's Clue. This one Ryan has enjoyed over the years and Anakin grew up with, but listen now as they dive in with more in depth perspectives and talk about race, clam chowder, physical comedy, and the great Brian Pucheu. Produced by: Anakin Barnes and Ryan Barnes Music by: Ryan M Barnes
Jan 08, 2021•44 min•Season 1Ep. 3
The Barnes Boys are back with 1984's Police Academy. Our scheduled movie Revenge of the Nerds is being postponed due to lack of availability in Canada. The movie was a lot of fun, and this week's discussion covers class stereotypes, racial epitaphs, gay bars, church podiums, commandeering vehicles, Honda Civics and more! Produced by: Anakin Barnes and Ryan Barnes Music by: Ryan M Barnes
Dec 18, 2020•38 min•Season 1Ep. 2
The Barnes Boys kick off their podcast with the 1986 cult hit Big Trouble Little China. Join them as they attack and defend stereotypes, discuss special effects, the changes in airport security, and more! Produced by: Anakin Barnes and Ryan Barnes Music by: Ryan M Barnes
Dec 10, 2020•40 min•Season 1Ep. 1
