August 2022 Pop Culture Pick'ems
Time for another month of pop culture goodness. Here's what's got us excited in August.
Aug 03, 2022•42 min
Quality Check
First impressions can be wrong. On Quality Check, hosts Drew and Daniel indulge in the latest movie to hit theaters or streaming before returning to a related project to see if it holds up or falls flat. Quality Check Podcast is a biweekly podcast released every other Tuesday.
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Episodes
Nope + The Gray Man + ComicCon 2022 Trailers
It was a busy weekend for pop culture fans. This week, we talk about Jordan Peele's new sci-fi thriller "Nope." Plus, quick thoughts on "The Gray Man" and a handful of new movie trailers. Thanks for listening to Quality Check. If you get the chance -- please rate, review and subscribe to us using your favorite podcast service.
Jul 27, 2022•55 min
August Rotten Tomatoes Predictions
We're flipping the calendar in just a few weeks and it's time to make our Rotten Tomatoes predictions for August. Thanks for listening! If you get the chance -- please rate, review and subscribe to Quality Check using your favorite podcast service.
Jul 20, 2022•51 min
Thor: Love and Thunder (dir. Taika Waititi, 2022)
Another month. Another Marvel movie. But is this new Thor adventure worthy? Thanks for listening to us! If you get the time -- please rate, review and subscribe to Quality Check using your favorite podcast service!
Jul 13, 2022•1 hr 12 min
July Pop Culture Pick'ems + July Rotten Tomatoes Predictions
Summer is sizzlin' and we're making our Pop Culture picks for July and revealing our Rotten Tomatoes predictions for six new movies. Thanks for listening! If you get the chance -- rate, review and subscribe to us using your favorite podcast service!
Jul 01, 2022•1 hr 1 min
Where Have We Been and What's Next?
It's been a couple weeks since we've posted a pod. Here's what's been going on. Thanks for listening! Please rate, review and subscribe to us using your favorite podcast service.
Jun 23, 2022•1 hr 8 min
Top Gun: Maverick (dir. Joseph Kosinski, 2022) + The Biggest Tom Cruise Movies We've Never Seen
Time to take flight! This week on Quality Check, your boys debate whether Top Gun: Maverick will fly high above the summer's other blockbusters. Plus, a quick chat about the biggest Tom Cruise movies we've shamefully never seen. Thanks for listening! Please rate, review and subscribe to us using your favorite podcast service.
Jun 02, 2022•49 min
Our Most Anticipated Summer Movies + June Rotten Tomatoes Predictions
This week, Daniel and Drew reveal their five most anticipated movies of the Summer. Plus, Rotten Tomatoes predictions for June. For the first time, this segment includes predictions from a guest... Siftpop Managing Editor Robert Bouffard. Follow him on Twitter @_robsthoughts and check out the link below for links to his "Robert's Thoughts" podcast, blog and more! https://linktr.ee/robertsthoughts Thanks for listening! If you get the chance -- please rate, review and subscribe to us on your favor...
May 25, 2022•50 min
Firestarter (1984 & 2022) + Recent and Upcoming Stephen King Movie Adaptations
This week, your boys talk about both film adaptations of Stephen King's novel "Firestarter." Plus, thoughts on recent and upcoming King adaptations. Thanks for listening. If you can, please rate, review and subscribe to our podcast using your favorite streaming service!
May 21, 2022•53 min
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (dir. Sam Raimi, 2022) + Avatar 2 Teaser Thoughts
Drew and Daniel take a trip into the Multiverse, but does horror legend Sam Raimi deliver? Plus, reactions to the first teaser for James Cameron's "Avatar: The Way of Water." Thanks for listening. Please rate, review and subscribe with your favorite podcast service.
May 09, 2022•46 min
May 2022 Pop Culture Pick'ems + Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness Predictions
It's another month of pop culture goodness. Here's our picks for May! Thanks for listening to us. If you get the chance, please rate, review and subscribe on your favorite podcast service!
May 04, 2022•39 min
May's Mega Rotten Tomatoes Predictions Podcast
Time for more Rotten Tomatoes picks. Drew currently leads Daniel 9-6 through the first four months of 2022. Here are their predictions for Memory, Doctor Strange 2, Firestarter, Men, Top Gun: Maverick and The Bob's Burgers Movie. Thanks for listening. If you get the chance, please rate, review and subscribe!
Apr 22, 2022•37 min
Ambulance (dir. Michael Bay, 2022)
Bow Before Bay. Please rate, review and subscribe and thanks for your support!
Apr 12, 2022•46 min
Loves/Hates: Morbius, Moon Knight & Red Hot Chili Peppers
It's getting ripped by critics but dear God, do your QC boys actually like Morbius? Plus, stray thoughts on the Moon Knight premiere and the highly anticipated new album by the Red Hot Chili Peppers. Thanks for listening! If you get a chance, please rate, review and subscribe to us in your favorite podcast service.
Apr 06, 2022•44 min
April 2022 Pop Culture Pick'ems
This week, Daniel and Drew share their most anticipated pop culture items for April including a trio of true crime dramas, and the return of the Red Hot Chili Peppers. If you get the chance, please rate, review and subscribe and thanks for listening!
Mar 30, 2022•21 min
Deep Water, X and the Rotten Tomatoes Game
It was a steamy weekend for movies. This week we're talking about the erotic thriller "Deep Water" and the horror flick "X". Please rate, review and subscribe and thanks for listening!
Mar 22, 2022•29 min
The Batman (dir. Matt Reeves, 2022)
Buckle up Batman fans. This week, your boys talk about the new Matt Reeves flick, "The Batman." Thanks for listening! If you get the chance, please rate, review and subscribe!
Mar 08, 2022•48 min
March 2022 Pop Culture Pick'ems
It's a new month which means your boys are ready to make their Pop Culture picks for March 2022. Listeners -- beware of audio issues with this one. Drew is on the road and recorded inside of his car on his cell phone. We'll try and do better next time! Thanks for listening. If you love us, let us know by leaving a rating or review wherever you download or stream the show. And if you get the chance, please subscribe!
Mar 01, 2022•26 min
Texas Chainsaw Massacre (dir. David Blue Garcia, 2022)
Gas up the 'ol chainsaw. This week, your boys chat about the new Texas Chainsaw Massacre requel. Plus, our Rotten Tomatoes prediction for the new Foo Fighters horror flick, "Studio 666." Thanks for listening. If you get the chance, please rate, review and subscribe to us on your favorite podcast network.
Feb 23, 2022•25 min
Oscar 2022 Best Picture Nominees
This week, the boys talk about the newly announced Oscar Best Picture nominees. Thanks for listening. If you get the chance, please rate, review and subscribe to us on your favorite podcast network.
Feb 16, 2022•22 min
More Rotten Tomatoes Predictions + Jackass Forever & Moonfall
WARNING. This episode includes some very juvenile talk. This week we make Rotten Tomatoes predictions for "Dog" and "Uncharted." Plus, Daniel's thoughts on "Jackass Forever" and "Moonfall." Thanks for listening. If you get the chance please rate, review and subscribe!
Feb 08, 2022•30 min
February 2022 Pop Culture Pick'ems + Our Rotten Tomatoes Game Mega Picks
Drew and Daniel are back with a brand new episode. This week, the guys make their Rotten Tomatoes predictions for seven upcoming releases. Plus, their pop culture pick'ems for the month of February. 00:32 - Hello 02:36 - Rotten Tomatoes Prediction (Moonfall) 06:48 - Jackass Forever 10:12 - Death on the Nile 11:52 - Texas Chain Saw Massacre (2022) 12:50 - Blacklight 15:01 - Marry Me 16:33 - The Batman 21:20 - February Pop Culture Pick'ems Thanks for listening. Please rate, review and subscribe if...
Feb 02, 2022•34 min
Scream (dir. Matt Bettinelli-Olpin & Tyler Gillett, 2022)
This week, Daniel and Drew slice and dice their way through a spoiler-filled podcast about "Scream (2022)." Thank you for downloading! Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe.
Jan 19, 2022•45 min
2022 Most Anticipated List + "Scream (2022)" Predictions
This week, Daniel and Drew share a few of their most anticipated pop culture releases for the first half of 2022. Plus, predictions for the new horror movie, "Scream." Thanks for listening. Please rate, review and subscribe!
Jan 12, 2022•39 min
Pop Culture Pick'ems - January 2022
This week, our Pop Culture picks for January 2022. Plus -- the big winner of our $3,000 Rotten Tomatoes Game Challenge and our prediction for "Scream (2022)". Thanks for listening. Please rate, review and subscribe!
Jan 04, 2022•36 min
Spider-Man: No Way Home (dir. Jon Watts, 2021)
Just in time for the holidays, Spider-Man is swinging back into movie theaters. This week on Quality Check, Daniel and Drew discuss the MCU's 27th film, "No Way Home." Thanks for listening. Please rate, review and subscribe!
Dec 22, 2021•53 min
Revisiting "Spider-Man: Homecoming" and "Far From Home" + "No Way Home" Predictions
This week on Quality Check, Daniel and Drew load up their web shooters and revisit "Spider-Man: Homecoming" and "Spider-Man: Far From Home." Plus, a few predictions on the new entry in the Spidey series -- "No Way Home!" Thanks for listening. Please rate and subscribe if you like what you hear! Email us any time at QualityCheckPodcast@gmail.com
Dec 16, 2021•51 min
Rotten Tomatoes Predictions + Chart Toppers
This week, Daniel and Drew are playing games. They predict the Rotten Tomatoes scores for Spider-Man: No Way Home, The Matrix Resurrections and The King's Man. Plus -- a new edition of everyone's favorite guessing game -- Chart Toppers! Thank you for downloading! Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe.
Dec 10, 2021•35 min
December Pop Culture Pick'ems
This week, a casual chat about the Thanksgiving holiday and our December Pop Culture Pick'ems. Thank you for downloading! Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe.
Nov 30, 2021•47 min
Ghostbusters: Afterlife (dir. Jason Reitman, 2021)
Strap on your proton pack and pull out your trap, the popular "Ghostbusters" franchise has finally wrapped up the story it launched in 1984. This week, Daniel and Drew share their thoughts on "Afterlife" and the overall series. Thank you for downloading! Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe.
Nov 24, 2021•57 min
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