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How Did This Get Made?

Earwolf and Paul Scheer, June Diane Raphael, Jason Mantzoukaswww.siriusxm.com
The award-winning comedy podcast that celebrates bad movies. Comedians and actors Paul Scheer (The League), June Diane Raphael (Grace and Frankie), and Jason Mantzoukas (Big Mouth) break down the very best of the worst films ever made—we’re talkin’ blockbuster flops, cheesy 80s action movies, Lifetime thrillers, obscure cult classics, and if we’re honest… most Nic Cage and Jason Statham movies. Plus, sometimes they’re even joined by hilarious guests like Seth Rogen, Conan O’Brien, Amy Schumer, Nicole Byer, Nick Kroll, and Charlize Theron. And the best part? They watch these bad movies so you don’t have to! New episodes every Friday. Classic episodes re-released every Tuesday.
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Episodes

Matinee Monday: Teen Witch (w/ Deanna Cheng)

Paul, June, and Jason welcome Deanna Cheng (Black Monday) to discuss the 1989 film Teen Witch starring Robyn Lively and Zelda Rubinstein. They cover everything including the bedroom chairs, condom chanting, the murder house that is not an appropriate place to be making out, and “Top That,” the first ever rap battle on film. (Originally released 02/24/2016) • Go to hdtgm.com for tour dates, merch, FAQs, and more • Leave us a voicemail at speakpipe.com/hdtgm • Submit your Last Looks theme song to ...

Jul 17, 20231 hr 5 min

Sleepover LIVE! (w/ Nick Kroll)

HDTGM all-star Nick Kroll joins Paul, Jason, & June discuss the 2004 tween sex comedy Sleepover, a movie that made Jason feel extremely uncomfortable. Recorded LIVE on June 15th, 2023 from Largo in Los Angeles, they discuss Steve Carell playing a Paul Blart type cop, the teacher's inappropriate blind date, and the meaning of the phrase "ribbons and lampshades." Plus, Paul pokes holes in the film using an elaborate Sleepover Timeline he created all by himself. • Go to hdtgm.com for tour dates...

Jul 14, 20231 hr 19 min

Matinee Monday: Bratz (w/ Kate Berlant)

Comedian Kate Berlant (A League of Their Own, Search Party) joins Paul, June, and Jason to talk about the 2007 live-action teen comedy Bratz based on the popular children’s toy. They dive into the futuristic fashion of the Bratz, Jon Voight’s fake nose and ears, why Bratitude is just an attitude, and so much more. (Originally released 09/01/2017) • Go to hdtgm.com for tour dates, merch, FAQs, and more • Leave us a voicemail at speakpipe.com/hdtgm • Submit your Last Looks theme song to us here • ...

Jul 10, 20231 hr 4 min

Re-Release: Jaws 3-D

Last Looks will return in two weeks! For now, enjoy a HDTGM summer classic as Paul, June, and Jason discuss the 1983 action thriller Jaws 3-D. They talk about old school jet skis, why SeaWorld would agree to being in the movie, all of the non-sharks kissing each other on the mouth, and more. Plus, June shares a story about picking up pizzas with Paul for a holiday get together with friends (that Jason wasn’t invited to) and Paul shares an embarrassing story from his youth. (Originally released 0...

Jul 07, 20231 hr 18 min

Matinee Monday: Serenity LIVE! (w/ Nick Kroll)

HDTGM all-star Nick Kroll (Big Mouth, Human Resources) joins Paul, June, and Jason to discuss the 2019 neo-noir thriller Serenity starring Matthew McConaughey & Anne Hathaway. Recorded LIVE from Austin City Limits at the Moody Theater, they talk about the big twist that comes way too early, McConaughey being so wet throughout the movie, the sex scene on the boat, and more. (Originally released 06/20/2019) • Go to hdtgm.com for tour dates, merch, FAQs, and more • Leave us a voicemail at speak...

Jul 03, 20231 hr 18 min

Hypnotic LIVE!

Paul, June, & Jason try to avoid a migraine while attempting to break down the 2023 Ben Affleck thriller Hypnotic directed by Robert Rodriguez. LIVE from Largo in LA, they ask is this movie Dumb Inception or Dumb Manchurian Candidate? What’s the difference between a hypnotist and a hypnotic? Are we in the construct or out of the construct? WHAT IS A CONSTRUCT?! WHAT WAS THE DIVISION’S PLAN?!? AHHHHH! All this and not much more, on this week's How Did This Get Made? • Go to hdtgm.com for tour...

Jun 30, 20231 hr 10 min

Matinee Monday: My Stepmother Is an Alien LIVE! (w/ Whitney Cummings)

Whitney Cummings joins Paul, June, and Jason to break down the 1988 sci-fi comedy My Stepmother Is an Alien, starring Kim Basinger & Dan Aykroyd. Recorded live from Largo in Los Angeles, they discuss the horny adults party with kid waiters, Kim Basinger talking to the purse worm, Jon Lovitz improvising, and where Dan Aykroyd falls on the sex chart. Put her in a bra! (Originally released 05/12/2017) • Go to hdtgm.com for tour dates, merch, FAQs, and more • Leave us a voicemail at speakpipe.co...

Jun 26, 20231 hr 31 min

Last Looks: Milk Money

Jason & Paul chat about everything from coffee habits to must-see TV, and Paul digs into corrections and omissions from Milk Money, shares a bonus scene from last week's episode, and announces next week's movie. PAUL’S PICKS: Cometeer Coffee Party Down (season 3) Platonic Vidiots in Los Angeles Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom Star Trek: Strange New Worlds (season 2) JASON’S PICKS: Boy's Minute French Press Tutorial James Hoffman’s Coffee YouTube Channel Go Get Em Tiger Coffee Counter Cu...

Jun 23, 202353 min

Matinee Monday: Holy Matrimony LIVE!

Recorded live from San Francisco, Paul, June, and Jason discuss the 1994 comedy Holy Matrimony starring Patricia Arquette, Joseph Gordon-Levitt and directed by Leonard Nimoy. They talk about child marriage, Tate Donovan’s accent changes, multiple car crashes, the laundry scene, and much more. (Originally released 02/11/2021) • Go to hdtgm.com for tour dates, merch, FAQs, and more • Leave us a voicemail at speakpipe.com/hdtgm • Submit your Last Looks theme song to us here • Join the HDTGM convers...

Jun 19, 20231 hr 13 min

Milk Money LIVE! (w/ Casey Wilson)

Team Sanity member Casey Wilson is back! The Drop Dead Fred crew reconcile in order to discuss 1994's Milk Money starring Melanie Griffith & Ed Harris. LIVE from Largo in LA, they discuss the classroom sex ed scene, the meaning of the film's title, and the numerous uncomfortable moments between V and the boys. Plus, a debate about laundry and pajamas goes off the rails, Paul shares numerous disturbing childhood stories, and an audience member's baby brings June to tears. • Go to hdtgm.com fo...

Jun 16, 20231 hr 29 min

Matinee Monday: Drop Dead Fred LIVE! (w/ Casey Wilson)

Casey Wilson (Bitch Sesh) joins Paul, June, and Jason to discuss the 1991 comedy Drop Dead Fred. Recorded live at The Ebell Theater in Los Angeles, they talk about why this movie made June want to pursue acting, Phoebe Cates’ character’s relationship with Drop Dead Fred, Casey’s hatred of the movie, and more. It’s the most divisive episode in HDTGM history! Are you #teamfred or #teamsanity? (Originally released 08/01/2019) • Go to hdtgm.com for tour dates, merch, FAQs, and more • Leave us a voic...

Jun 12, 20231 hr 39 min

Last Looks: Fast X

Surprise, Jason's running the show! In this super-sized episode, Jason & Paul chat with one of their favorite contestants from the survival competition show Alone, Woniya Thibeault. Plus, Jason digs into corrections & omissions from Fast X with the help of podcast crew Scott, Molly, & Alex, shares a bonus scene from last week's episode, and announces next week's movie. For more info on Woniya Thibeault's book and classes go to buckskinrevolution.com JASON'S PICKS: Why Does The Earth ...

Jun 09, 20231 hr 45 min

Matinee Monday: Action Jackson LIVE! (w/ Seth Rogen)

Seth Rogen joins Paul, June, and Jason to discuss the 1988 action film Action Jackson starring Carl Weathers on the 200th episode of How Did This Get Made! Recorded live from Largo at the Coronet in Los Angeles, they talk about Craig T. Nelson doing karate, Action Jackson driving a car inside a house, Dee at the barbershop, Vanity doing a solo performance for Craig T. Nelson, and much more. Plus, Paul breaks down the film term “Man and Woman Scene.” (Originally released 10/25/2018) • Go to hdtgm...

Jun 05, 20231 hr 34 min

Fast X LIVE! (w/ Seth Rogen & Evan Goldberg)

Seth Rogen & Evan Goldberg join the HDTGM Fast Family to break down Fast X, LIVE from Largo in LA. They discuss the Jason Momoa corpse scene, Pete Davidson controlling the London Underground, the Vatican bomb ball, the confusing Toretto family tree, and much more. Plus, an audience member's name shocks everyone and special guest Jon Lajoie performs a live family-centric rendition of his Second Opinions theme. Seth's new Apple TV+ series Platonic is out now. Seth & Evan's new movie Teenag...

Jun 02, 20231 hr 34 min

Matinee Monday: Supergirl (w/ Brie Larson)

Actress/writer/director Brie Larson (Fast X, Captain Marvel) joins Paul, June, and Jason to discuss the 1984 superhero film Supergirl. They talk about inner space, the amusement park home, the powerful orb, Supergirl saving the day outside a Popeyes, shadow monsters, and much more. (Originally released 05/06/2021) • Go to hdtgm.com for tour dates, merch, FAQs, and more • Leave us a voicemail at speakpipe.com/hdtgm • Submit your Last Looks theme song to us here • Join the HDTGM conversation on Di...

May 29, 20231 hr 32 min

Last Looks: The Fast and the Furious

Jason & Paul recommend all the TV, movies, music, and books that they're currently loving, Paul digs into Corrections and Omissions from The Fast and the Furious, shares a bonus scene from last week's episode, and announces next week's movie. PAUL’S PICKS: Tom Bihn Side Hustle Bag The Traitors UK Star Trek: The Next Generation James Acaster's Classic Scrapes Paris: The Memoir DC: The New Frontier by Darwyn Cooke JASON’S PICKS: Tom Bihn Bantam Bag Columbo Why Didn’t They Ask Evans? (2022) And...

May 26, 202355 min

Matinee Monday: The Hurricane Heist LIVE!

Live from Onion Fest in Chicago, Paul, June, and Jason wrap their heads around the 2018 heist action film The Hurricane Heist. They cover everything including the skeleton face in the clouds, hurricane football plans, and crazy bagels. Plus, we get some math nerds in the audience to break down some numbers. (Originally released 06/07/2018) • Go to hdtgm.com for tour dates, merch, FAQs, and more • Leave us a voicemail at speakpipe.com/hdtgm • Submit your Last Looks theme song to us here • Join th...

May 22, 20231 hr 27 min

The Fast and the Furious LIVE! (w/ Seth Rogen)

Seth Rogen joins the HDTGM Fast Family to go back to the franchise's inception with 2001's The Fast and the Furious, a movie where the big villain is a scared trucker trying to save his VCRs. LIVE from Largo in LA, they cover Dom & Letty's romantic motorboat, the cops' cappuccino obsession, the origins of Race Wars, and the difference between wet and dry NOS. Plus, Seth shares F&F producer Neal Moritz's lesson on "logic vs. cool" and June reveals she had no idea that Brian used to be a c...

May 19, 20231 hr 24 min

Matinee Monday: F9: The Fast Saga (w/ Adam Scott)

Dom’s never before mentioned brother, the return of Han, a car in space, and magnets. The HDTGM/Fast family is reunited as Adam Scott (Severance, Party Down) joins Paul, June, and Jason to discuss the ninth installment in the Fast & Furious franchise, so you know what that means… (Originally released 07/29/2021) • Go to hdtgm.com for tour dates, merch, FAQs, and more • Leave us a voicemail at speakpipe.com/hdtgm • Submit your Last Looks theme song to us here • Join the HDTGM conversation on ...

May 15, 20231 hr 39 min

Last Looks: Torque

Jason & Paul answer listener calls on the Help Line, Paul digs into Corrections and Omissions from Torque, shares a bonus scene from last week's episode, and announces next week's movie. PAUL & JASON'S PICKS: Crimetown Podcast: Divine Providence • Go to hdtgm.com for tour dates, merch, FAQs, and more • Leave us a voicemail at speakpipe.com/hdtgm • Submit your Last Looks theme song to us here • Join the HDTGM conversation on Discord: discord.gg/hdtgm • Buy merch at howdidthisgetmade.dashe...

May 12, 202355 min

Matinee Monday: The Fate of the Furious (w/ Adam Scott)

Our resident Fast & Furious expert Adam Scott (Severance, Party Down) joins Paul, June, and Jason in-studio to discuss the latest in the Fast film franchise, The Fate of the Furious. They’ll cover everything from Jason Statham and The Rock’s team up to the John Wick influence to Vin Diesel getting emotional. Plus, everyone shares who they’d like to see enter the Fast universe. (Originally released 04/28/2017) • Go to hdtgm.com for tour dates, merch, FAQs, and more • Leave us a voicemail at s...

May 08, 20231 hr 16 min

Torque LIVE! (w/ Jon Gabrus)

Jon Gabrus (101 Places to Party Before You Die) joins the HDTGM crew to break down the 2004 motorcycle action flick Torque, a film that answers the question, "What if rap rock was a movie?" They discuss Ice Cube's sticky cell phone, the Carpe Diem jacket, Dane Cook's cameo, and so much more. Plus, Torque co-star Adam Scott sends in a message detailing his experience on the movie and Gabrus performs a SHOCKING act to protect his fellow Long Islanders from danger. • Go to hdtgm.com for tour dates,...

May 05, 20231 hr 15 min

Matinee Monday: Furious 7 LIVE! (w/ Adam Scott)

The Fast & Furious family are back together again! Adam Scott (Severance, Party Down) joins Paul, Jason, and June to discuss one of the most important films of our generation, Furious 7. Recorded LIVE from Largo in Los Angeles, they’ll cover everything from Vin Diesel and Jason Statham’s superhero level street fight, the gang parachuting out of an airplane in cars, why everyone having telepathy would make sense, and much more. Plus, we learn about Fast & Furious fan fiction during audien...

May 01, 20231 hr 35 min

Last Looks: View From The Top

A special "Travel Chat with Paul & Jason" about their favorite travel gear. Plus, Paul digs into Corrections and Omissions from View From The Top, shares a bonus scene from last week's episode, and announces next week's movie. PAUL & JASON'S TRAVEL GEAR PICKS: Travel Pro Platinum Elite 25” Expandable Spinner Savage Industries EDC One Bag Topo Designs Global Travel Bag Roller Tom Binh Synik Backpack Matador Flatpak Toiletry Bottles Nalgene Medium Travel Kit Peak Design Wash Kit Listen to ...

Apr 28, 202354 min

Matinee Monday: Mannequin Two: On the Move (w/ Steve Agee)

Steve Agee (Peacemaker, Superstore) joins Paul, June, and Jason to get to the bottom of important questions that popped up while watching the 1991 rom-com fantasy Mannequin Two: On the Move. What’s the deal with department stores? Do mannequins have genitalia? And finally, where does the butt start? Plus, we hear the inception of a new Mannequin sequel that is done right. (Originally released 07/11/2016) • Go to hdtgm.com for tour dates, merch, FAQs, and more • Leave us a voicemail at speakpipe....

Apr 24, 20231 hr 16 min

View From The Top

Paul, June, and Jason break down the 2003 Gwyneth Paltrow rom-com View From The Top, a movie with all the pieces to a film that works but inexplicably doesn't. They discuss Gwyneth's perplexing choice to become a pilot, Mark Ruffalo ordering "a cheese pizza with everything on it," the bonkers blooper reel, and Mike Myers' attention-stealing performance. Plus, June regales us with the tale of Paul's trashy drink order at the Lake Havasu Chili's. • Go to hdtgm.com for tour dates, merch, FAQs, and ...

Apr 21, 20231 hr 6 min

Matinee Monday: Fast & Furious 6 (w/ Adam Scott)

Adam Scott (Severance, Party Down) is back to join Paul, June, and Jason for another Fast & Furious adventure complete with fast cars, amnesia, and family. They discuss how these drag racers have basically become superheroes, Tyrese & Ludacris killing it as the comic-relief, Han’s long emotional journey, The Rock's larger-than-life body, and the jaw-dropping post-credits scene that made Adam Scott declare that director Justin Lin must be a fan of HDTGM. (Originally released 05/28/2013) •...

Apr 17, 20231 hr 4 min

Last Looks: The Specialist

Jason and Paul chat about the latest Star Trek & Star Wars TV shows, Paul digs into Corrections and Omissions from The Specialist, shares a deleted scene from last week's episode about Steven Seagal's blues music career, and announces next week's movie. PAUL’S PICKS: Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves Star Trek: Picard (Season 3) The Acolyte Trailer Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny Trailer Monster: Living Off the Big Screen by John Dunne Cunk On Earth Barbie Trailer Spider-Man:...

Apr 14, 202356 min

Matinee Monday: Super Mario Bros. LIVE! (w/ Jenny Slate)

Can you make a movie out of a video game? In this case, no! Jenny Slate (Big Mouth, Marcel the Shell with Shoes On) joins us to discuss 1993's Super Mario Bros. LIVE at Bumbershoot! We cover everything from the alternate dinosaur infested dimension, the absence of gold coins, Mojo Nixon’s odd Goomba cameo, and the fact that Mario & Luigi aren't even brothers in the movie. (Originally released 10/16/2012) • Go to hdtgm.com for tour dates, merch, FAQs, and more • Leave us a voicemail at speakp...

Apr 10, 202348 min

The Specialist LIVE! (w/ Nicole Byer)

HDTGM all-star Nicole Byer (Grand Crew, Nailed It!) joins Paul, June, and Jason to break down the 1994 Sly Stallone & Sharon Stone thriller The Specialist, a movie that argues bombs are more precise weapons than guns. LIVE from Largo in LA, they discuss James Woods savoring every second on screen, Rod Steigers' bonkers Cuban accent, and the hotel shower sex scene that reminded Nicole of the hot dog hands in Everything Everywhere All at Once. Bye bye! • Go to hdtgm.com for tour dates, merch, ...

Apr 07, 20231 hr 18 min
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