In honor of its 10th anniversary, Bob and Brad return to 2009 with a look at (500) Days of Summer . On one of their previous Top Fives episodes, they debated whether this was a comedy or a drama. Now, they debate whether it's even a good movie. One thing's for sure, though: this film is so honest it hurts. Along the way, they talk about the chemistry between Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Zooey Deschanel , as Brad roots for Gordon-Levitt's character, Tom, while Bob is #TeamSummer. Meanwhile, they wrap...
Jul 29, 2019•48 min•Season 1Ep. 22
The guys have been making friends on Instagram, and one of the most generous is @ crabcakesandbourbon , who sent along three samples and challenged them to do a blind tasting. Things worked out so that Bob knows the three samples, but Brad is still guessing about type of whiskey and proof in the blind. Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes every Monday. Film & Whiskey Instagram Film & Whiskey Facebook Film & Whiskey Twitter Call-in Line: (216) 800-5923 Email us ! Theme music: "New...
Jul 25, 2019•22 min
In anticipation of Once Upon a Time...in Hollywood , Bob and Brad throw it all the way back to 1994 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Quentin Tarantino 's Pulp Fiction . Despite being one of their favorite films, the guys are shocked at how difficult it is to discuss this non-linear story. Along the way, they talk about the film's central theme of redemption, the beauty of watching Christopher Walken craft a gross story, and Tarantino's underrated ability to get un-subtle actors to play subtl...
Jul 22, 2019•59 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Bob and Brad revisit their childhoods in honor of the 25th anniversary of Disney's The Lion King . They discuss the philosophy of the Circle of Life, the importance of Jeremy Irons to the cast, and question the role of genetics in lion prides. Seriously, is Nala Simba's half-sister, or what? They break to try out a whiskey that won Best in Show at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, Henry McKenna Single Barrel Bottled-in-Bond . How real is the hype on this one? Is it worth it at seconda...
Jul 15, 2019•55 min•Season 1Ep. 20
The guys sit down to watch their second musical, and this one just so happens to be the most universally-beloved film musical of all time: 1952’s Singin’ in the Rain . They’re in the unique position of being able to compare it to An American in Paris , and do they ever. First, they wonder about director Stanley Donen and his decisions throughout the film, especially having characters break the fourth wall. Still, the camera work is impressive, and you’ve got the always-great Gene Kelly in the le...
Jul 08, 2019•50 min•Season 1Ep. 19
In this special bonus series, Bob and Brad sit down to debate their personal top five films on a given topic. Today, they argue over the best comedies since the year 2000. Meanwhile, they decide to showcase some craft distilleries from around the country. Today, they're sipping Cedar Ridge bourbon, and the notes Bob picks up on the nose are a throwback to childhood. Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes every Monday. Film & Whiskey Instagram Film & Whiskey Facebook Film & Whiskey ...
Jul 04, 2019•29 min
Bob and Brad check out director Ron Howard 's 2005 effort Cinderella Man . They discuss how criminally underrated it's turned out to be since its release, and focus on the performance of the two leads, Russell Crowe and Renee Zellweger . Also, they dedicate a whole segment to everyone's favorite character actor, Paul Giamatti . Meanwhile, they open the screw-top plastic cap on a 1.75-liter bottle of Ancient Ancient Age 10-Star . This stuff is dirt cheap but famous among bourbon drinkers for tran...
Jul 01, 2019•49 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Bob and Brad look back at Alfred Hitchcock 's masterpiece, 1958's Vertigo , now called the best film of all time by the BFI's Sight and Sound Poll. How does it hold up? Can it possibly live up to the hype? In short, yes. yes it can. But why does it still work so well at making us feel gross? Why's it so unsettling? Here to help them sort out the psychological trauma this movie both explores and causes is friend of the show Jen Lowers . Jen brought along a bottle of Larceny bourbon, and the guys ...
Jun 24, 2019•55 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Bob and Brad take on one of Brad's favorite movies, the original 1977 Star Wars . And no, this movie is not called " Episode IV: A New Hope ." Because that's dumb. Bob is unconvinced that this movie holds up, particularly when compared to The Empire Strikes Back , and our hosts proceed to fight like children over its quality. Meanwhile, they sip on a bargain bourbon that the Internet said was good, but they are in agreement that it is very bad indeed: Old Grand-Dad . 0:00 - Intro and Initial Tho...
Jun 17, 2019•49 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Brad travels to Columbus, OH to sit down with Joshua Gandee , beverage director at Watershed Distilling , Ohio's largest distillery. They discuss Watershed's lines of spirits, including a pretty famous gin, an Old Fashioned mix, and some high-quality bourbon. In the meantime, Josh walks Brad through his all-time favorite film, Good Will Hunting. Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes every Monday. Theme music: "New Shoes" by Blue Wednesday Sound effects via Daniel Simion and espectral...
Jun 13, 2019•14 min
After 20 years in release, Bob and Brad look at 1999's serio-comic satire American Beauty and discuss how to watch it in a post- Spacey culture. Does his most problematic character become even more troubling when coupled with his real-life issues? Does the film even hold up? Meanwhile, they sip on Crown Royal , the most popular Canadian whisky worldwide. Bob is a little concerned by the cheap plastic pint bottle and twist-cap, but Brad doesn't think there's anything to worry about. Whose opinion...
Jun 10, 2019•53 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Brad and Bob decide to watch what is probably Bob's all-time favorite movie. He loves this movie like a child. Will Brad feel the same way? Along the way, they discuss star Humphrey Bogart 's nuanced and layered performance and how he doesn't get enough credit for his range. In other news, Ingrid Bergman is incredible, and director Michael Curtiz 's decision to let the camera just sit on her face for long periods of time pays off, and then some. They round out their discussion of the cast talkin...
Jun 03, 2019•56 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Brad and Bob take a look at a movie that your dad has probably fallen asleep watching on AMC, The Great Escape . The consensus is that it still holds up, the script is amazing, and the direction is underrated. It’s tense, claustrophobic, and fun. Also, Brad somehow didn’t know Richard Attenborough was in Jurassic Park . Then, they try the second bottle in their Glenmorangie sampler, the sherry-finished Glenmorangie Lasanta . You’re going to want to hear their scores on this one. PSA: we have a N...
May 27, 2019•52 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Bob and Brad sit down with Zach Hollingsworth, founder of Have a Shot of Freedom , and sip on their delicious straight bourbon while talking about Zach's unexpected favorite movie, 1986's An American Tail . You can find Freedom Whiskey on a shelf near you by using the store locator on their website. Consider supporting this awesome veteran-owned-and-operated business while enjoying a great bourbon. Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes every Monday. Theme music: "New Shoes" by Blue Wednesday ...
May 23, 2019•13 min
Bob and Brad take on To Kill a Mockingbird , discussing whether it holds up in 2019, as well as whether director Robert Mulligan was up to the task of adapting the Great American Novel. Also, child actors. SO MANY CHILD ACTORS. Meanwhile, they sip on Tullamore Dew , the world's second-most-popular Irish whiskey. Brad loves it. Like, LOVES it. 0:00 - Intro and Initial Thoughts 29:40 - Tullamore Dew Review 37:08 - Analysis and Final Thoughts Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes every Monday. T...
May 20, 2019•50 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Bob and Brad have very different opinions on 2007's cult favorite The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford . Like, really, really different. They agree on the quality star Brad Pitt 's performance, and that's about it. Luckily, they have Producer Eric in studio to help them sort out their thoughts on the podcast's first rye whiskey, the classic Old Overholt . 0:00 - Intro and Initial Thoughts 25:30 - Old Overholt Review 35:31 - Analysis and Final Thoughts Film & Whiskey Pod...
May 13, 2019•51 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Bob and Brad take on the controversial Best Picture winner Green Book and discuss its entertainment value, the differences between Viggo Mortensen and Mahershala Ali 's acting approaches, and the accusations of it being a "Magical Negro" or "White Savior" film. In between all this, they sip on Heaven Hill 6-Year , a legitimate "value" bourbon that absolutely blows them away. 0:00 - Intro and Initial Thoughts 27:45 - Heaven Hill Green Label Review 37:00 - Analysis and Final Thoughts Film & Wh...
May 06, 2019•52 min•Season 1Ep. 10
With the release of the 22nd MCU film, Bob and Brad decide to return to where it all started: 2008's Iron Man . They discuss whether it holds up eleven years removed from its release, as well as its problematic treatment of female characters, the messy second half, and Jeff Bridges as the Kool-Aid Man. Meanwhile, they sample their first Tennessee whiskey with the variety's second-leading brand, the popular George Dickel . 0:00 - Intro and Initial Thoughts 23:32 - George Dickel 12 Review 30:45 - ...
Apr 29, 2019•49 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Bob and Brad continue their tour of local distilleries and their CEOs to talk about making whiskey and the joy of a favorite movie. Today's guest is Mark Morrison of Minglewood Distilling in Wooster, OH. Mark talks about what it means to make his company "local" in every sense of the word before introducing his favorite film, The Shawshank Redemption . Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes every Monday. Theme music: "New Shoes" by Blue Wednesday Sound effects via Daniel Simion and espectral...
Apr 25, 2019•17 min
Bob and Brad take on Terrence Malick 's 2011 art-house epic The Tree of Life and debate what the heck is going on with the dinosaurs, among other things. They discuss the role of the biblical book of Job and the film's similarities to John Steinbeck's East of Eden . Meanwhile, they return to the world of scotch whisky with a true classic, the ever-popular Glenmorangie 10-year . Spoiler alert: the guys like Scotch now. 0:00 - Intro and Initial Thoughts 26:40 - Glenmorangie 10-year Review 36:00 - ...
Apr 22, 2019•53 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Bob and Brad take on Billy Wilder's 1959 farce "Some Like it Hot," including a long detour into its notoriously troubled shoot. They also discuss the merits of Marilyn Monroe's performance and the many people responsible for her downward spiral during production of this film. Then, they try Maker's 46, a high-price bourbon that may not be as worthy as its lower-price brother. 0:00 - Intro and Initial Thoughts 22:32 - Maker's 46 Review 30:10 - Analysis and Final Thoughts Film & Whiskey Podcas...
Apr 15, 2019•51 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Bob and Brad are already onto their second Scorsese film, 2004's The Aviator . Both of the guys feel like it's Scorsese's unsung masterpiece, and both bemoan the fact that start Leonardo DiCaprio lost out on Best Actor in what may be his best performance. Meanwhile, they sip on a new type of whiskey for the show: Canadian. They've selected the $21 Canadian Club Classic 12 Year, a fan favorite and an easy drinker, to be sure. 0:00 - Intro and Initial Thoughts 30:33 - Canadian Club Classic 12 Revi...
Apr 08, 2019•53 min•Season 1Ep. 6
The guys are joined this week by Jen Lowers , a PhD student at Kent State University whose research deals with reading alternative texts, including film. She brings her expertise to bear on Clint Eastwood's 2004 opus Million Dollar Baby . The gang offers opinions on whether Paul Haggis' script is worthy or awful, the challenges of being the only female in a male-dominated film, and the muddiness of Eastwood's morals. All the while, your hosts are sipping on the very first Scotch to be reviewed o...
Apr 01, 2019•58 min•Season 1Ep. 5
In this special bonus series, Bob and Brad sit down with local distilleries and their CEOs to talk the distilling process, the products each offers, and the pure joy of a favorite movie. Our first guest is Tom Lix, CEO of Cleveland Whiskey. Tom's company is famous in the industry for its technology, which allows it to produce a whiskey with the character of an aged spirit in a matter of days. Tom discusses the line of Cleveland Whiskey products before introducing his two favorite films: All is L...
Mar 28, 2019•17 min
Bob and Brad are joined once again by Jordan McCain, this time to discuss their issues with 2009's "Inglourious Basterds." Meanwhile, they find an even more problematic whiskey to sip: Jim Beam's run of Basil Hayden's, which Brad describes as having "notes of 'meh.'". 0:00 - Intro and Initial Thoughts 26:30 - Basil Hayden's Review 32:50 - Analysis and Final Thoughts Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes every Monday. Theme music: "New Shoes" by Blue Wednesday Sound effects via Daniel Simion a...
Mar 25, 2019•47 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Bob and Brad take on their first musical , the 1951 MGM classic "An American in Paris." They discuss Gene Kelly as choreographer (but maybe not a great guy), Vincente Minelli as great director, and the themes of sadness and homoeroticism that may or may not be present. Meanwhile, they're drinking Evan Williams White Label, a bottled-in-bond bourbon sure to make you feel every bit of its 50% alcohol content. Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes begin in March. Theme music: "New Shoes" by Blue...
Mar 18, 2019•44 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Bob and Brad are joined by guest host Jordan McCain to discuss 1957's 12 Angry Men , its impact on the American film landscape, and the questions it raises about democracy, objectivity and the criminal justice system. They'll drink an inexpensive bourbon--Very Old Barton 80-proof--and compare it to last week's entry, Benchmark No. 8. Leave us a voicemail at our new call-in line: (216) 800-5923. Theme music: "New Shoes" by Blue Wednesday Sound effects via Daniel Simon and espectral...
Mar 11, 2019•51 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Bob and Brad debate the 1990 film "Goodfellas," including director Martin Scorsese's intent in making the film and whether he was successful in communicating it. They also try to "set the bar" by sipping on low-cost whiskey Benchmark No. 8, which receives...middling reviews.
Mar 04, 2019•50 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Feb 01, 2019•34 sec
