Mickey Mouse & Bugs Bunny? Daffy Duck & Donald Duck? Eddie Valiant & Roger Rabbit?! On this episode of Ruined Childhoods, Dan & Jon discuss the 1988 classic animation-meets-live-action romp, Who Framed Roger Rabbit . Have there been attempts to resurrect the property in the past? Are there future plans? Dan and Jon give an overview and share their ideas on expanding the Roger Rabbitverse. Next episode: Pee-wee Herman...
Feb 17, 2020•58 min•Season 1Ep. 52
No time for love, Starfighters! On this episode, Dan & Jon give an overview of the ongoing legacy of Indiana Jones and give their ideas on ways the franchise can move forward in a way that won’t ruin any childhoods. Next episode: Who Framed Roger Rabbit A Week of Kindness and the Last Crusade...
Feb 11, 2020•1 hr 45 min•Season 1Ep. 51
Dan & Jon hit the road and explore this true classic in counter-culture cinema. But first, Dan goes over some news from upcoming sequels/remakes. Next episode: The world of Indiana Jones
Feb 04, 2020•1 hr 21 min•Season 1Ep. 50
Dan & Jon soar through their first year of Ruined Childhoods like Cliff Secord (AKA The Rocketeer ) soars over Hollywoodland, California. They also ruminate on their recent experiences seeing Bad Boys for Life and Ghostbusters with orchestral accompaniment. Next episode: Easy Rider (1969)...
Jan 28, 2020•1 hr 24 min•Season 1Ep. 49
Dan and Jon dig in to one of the more unlikely franchises in cinema, which began with the release of the original Tremors 30 years ago this month, and has since spawned sequels, a prequel, and two (failed) TV series. After all the different directions in which this franchise has already gone, is there anything they could possibly suggest that hasn’t already been tried? Listen in and see what they have in mind for the future of the Graboids, Shriekers, Assblasters, and other members of the subter...
Jan 21, 2020•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 48
School Ties might not be a classic movie for most, but it sure is for Dan & Jon. They share their thoughts and memories about this Brendan Fraser drama as they celebrate the early careers of Brendan, Matt Damon , Ben Affleck , and many other future stars. COWARDS!!!!! Next Episode: Tremors...
Jan 14, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 47
When Robert Louis Stevenson wrote The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde , he knew that in 2020, two ding-a-lings would celebrate its legacy and discuss ideas to further its life on something called a podcast. They talk about the films, tv movies, spoofs, stage productions, variations, and even theme restaurants based on the original classic texts. Oh, and DAN’S BLOG ! Next episode: School Ties (1992)...
Jan 07, 2020•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 46
You wanna hear some Goodfellas? Wait until you hear Dan & Jon gab about My Blue Heaven ! Before they share their ideas about a new life after the movie, Dan recalls the first time they both saw the film. Next Episode: Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde
Dec 31, 2019•1 hr 25 min•Season 1Ep. 45
The Warriors (1979) “Come out to play-ay” with Dan, Jon, and The Warriors ! Journey with them from the north Bronx to Coney Island as they follow The Warriors’ odyssey through a quasi-futuristic New York City even grittier than the actual NYC of the late 1970’s, which was already pretty darn gritty. Also: the Ruined Childhoods “End of the Decade” survey; new trailers for Ghostbusters: Afterlife and the Top Gun franchise. *NOTE: Dan incorrectly credits The Romantics with writing “I Don’t Want To ...
Dec 21, 2019•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 44
The Graduate (1967) For this episode, Dan and Jon revisit a classic, and they have a lot to say about it. While providing background about the film and the novel on which it was based, they examine how the property has been referenced and resurrected throughout time, from the 2002 Broadway adaptation (which Dan and Jon saw during its run) to the Brad Pitt/Edward Norton commentary track on the Fight Club DVD. Also: High praise for some recent theatrical releases, including Parasite and Frozen II ...
Dec 10, 2019•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 43
This week, Dan and Jon venture back into the neo-noir, Christmastime action-comedy world of Shane Black. This time, it’s director Tony Scott pairing up Bruce Willis (fresh off the failure of Hudson Hawk ) and Damon Wayans (hot off the success of In Living Color ) to take on crime and corruption in the NFL. The movie not only boasts one of Halle Berry’s earliest film roles, but also shares several notable connections to the following year’s Lorenzo’s Oil . Also: Dan reminisces about his Billy Bla...
Dec 03, 2019•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 42
Buckle up, motherf#ckers! On this episode of Ruined Childhoods, Jon and Dan debate the afterlife for The Long Kiss Goodnight . Does Renny Harlin have a chance for a comeback? Listen and find out what Dan & Jon think! Next episode: The Last Boy Scout
Nov 26, 2019•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 41
Midnight Run (1988) On this, the monumental 40th episode of Ruined Childhoods, Dan and Jon step back into the career of filmmaker Martin Brest, this time to examine the 1988 action-comedy Midnight Run . Join them as they revisit the plot and some of the many highlights of the film as they determine what potential there is (if any) for sequels, prequels, remakes, or reboots. Also, Dan and Jon share their reviews of Dolemite is My Name , Dan shares some reflections following the closing of his hig...
Nov 19, 2019•56 min•Season 1Ep. 40
What happens when a cop from Detroit with a loose interpretation of the rules has to play nice with the by-the-book Beverly Hills Police Department? Dan and Jon not only tell you exactly what happens, but they also weigh in on what could happen in the future. Next episode: Midnight Run (1988)
Nov 12, 2019•1 hr 38 min•Season 1Ep. 39
Join Dan and Jon as they look back at the early-90’s Stallone/Snipes action flick Demolition Man and debate how well it has aged in the last 26 years. Jon shares his qualms with the movie, including its title, and Dan speculates as to why he’s not as troubled by these flaws. Also, Dan shares his reactions to the first episode of HBO’s Watchmen series (after dealing with some lozenge-related audio issues). Next Episode: Beverly Hills Cop (1984, 1987, 1994)...
Nov 05, 2019•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 38
Tom Cruise Month comes to a close with one of his most iconic films from the 90s — A Few Good Men . Dan talks about his connections with this property and Jon envisions a new life for military courtroom dramas. Next episode: Demolition Man
Oct 29, 2019•1 hr 27 min•Season 1Ep. 37
We’re well into Tom Cruise Month (because we decided it’s Tom Cruise Month) and Dan & Jon are talking about the 1985 cult classic, Legend . Does this fantasy flop deserve to see the light of day or does it remain in the darkness? Next episode: A Few Good Men
Oct 22, 2019•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 36
TOM CRUISE MONTH CONTINUES! On this episode, Dan and Jon try their hardest to come up with a way to bring Risky Business into the modern age, but not before checking in on some news that sends Dan into a Little Shop of Horrors spiral. Next episode: Legend (1985)...
Oct 15, 2019•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 35
On this episode of Ruined Childhoods, it’s truly a tale of two brothers. Dan and Jon talk about America’s OTHER favorite set of siblings, Charlie and Raymond AKA the boys of Rain Man . Dan and Jon also talk about their favorite Tom Cruise and Dustin Hoffman movies & performances. Oh, and don’t worry — they also parallel Rain Man with Twins . Next episode: Risky Business (1983)...
Oct 08, 2019•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 34
The Princess Bride (1987) Journey back to 1987 Chicago, where a sick young boy is unexpectedly enchanted by a fairy tale read to him by his grandfather… and 2019 Seattle and Portland, where Dan and Jon revisited this beloved classic amid new rumors of a remake, and examine what makes this film so special to people. Dan and Jon discuss their qualms with the film, while Dan somehow connects its plot to George W. Bush and 9/11. Jon also shares his ideas for ways to expand the Princess Bride univers...
Oct 01, 2019•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 33
For this episode, Dan and Jon enjoyed their very first viewings of Bob Fosse’s Academy Award-winning film of the musical Cabaret . Dan shares his memories of the 1998 Broadway revival, and Jon proposes some surprising ideas for a remake. Next week: The Princess Bride (1987)
Sep 24, 2019•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 32
This week’s pod centers around another pod - the miniaturization pod of Joe Dante’s Innerspace . Dan reminisces about how the VHS release of Innerspace changed his world, and Jon leads a nostalgic tribute to the now-closed Cranford Theater. Did they deem Innerspace worthy of a sequel, prequel, remake, or reboot? Listen to find out… Next episode: Cabaret (1972)...
Sep 17, 2019•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 31
Dan and Jon are back to school - seriously! This episode is recorded in a Seattle High School’s actual classroom, and they’re there to talk about Back to School ! RIP Rialto Theater Next episode: Innerspace (1987)...
Sep 10, 2019•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 30
Before a flash round of 6 Degrees of Lorenzo’s Oil, Dan and Jon speak fondly of the 1985 comedy, Transylvania 6-5000 . This Jeff Goldblum/Ed Begley, Jr. flop has a huge cast, both figuratively and literally, and caught the attention of childhood-Jon and Dan, so naturally they have to talk about it on a dang podcast! Next episode: Back to School
Sep 03, 2019•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 29
What started as a small movie made by an Australian ER doctor has since become an incredible franchise that, unlike civilization in these films, has no plans of going away. Dan and Jon explore the legacy of Mad Max and its sequels. BONUS: Jon has a chat with Faye Murman, the director of the upcoming feature, Humungus: A Documentary , the focuses on extreme Mad Max fandom. Next episode: Transylvania 6-5000...
Aug 27, 2019•1 hr 35 min•Season 1Ep. 28
On this episode of Ruined Childhoods, Dan and Jon are joined by Jon’s wife, Laura, who proves that it’s possible to forget everything about movies once a microphone is in front of you. Nevertheless, they talk about the 1991 cult classic, Soapdish . They touch upon news in the Die Hard world and more info on the Coming to America sequel, Coming 2 America . Next episode: Mad Max (1979 - )...
Aug 20, 2019•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 27
On this episode of Ruined Childhoods, Dan and Jon discuss the resurrection of The Crow series of films/graphic novels, but not before going over the latest Addams Family trailer and Disney+ reboots [ insert Kevin McCallister scream-face here ]. Next episode: Soapdish
Aug 13, 2019•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Summer Rental (1985) On this episode, Dan and Jon revisit Carl Reiner’s other “Summer” movie from the 80’s, Summer Rental , and reminisce about their own experiences with family summer vacations and movies. Also: more info about Rambo: Last Blood and Stallone’s plans for a new installment of the Rocky series. Next episode: The Crow (1994)...
Aug 06, 2019•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Dan and Jon go “crazy for Swayze” as they discuss the cult classic, Road House . Has the movie stood the test of time, and do they see any potential for sequels, prequels, remakes, or reboots? Also discussed are thoughts on the newest Shaft installment, casting news regarding Disney’s live-action The Little Mermaid and the untitled Bond 25 , new trailers for Jay & Silent Bob Reboot , Top Gun: Maverick , and The King’s Man . Oh, and they also talk a lot about famed monster truck, Bigfoot . Ne...
Jul 30, 2019•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 24
It’s summertime and class is in session! On this episode, Dan and Jon join Mr. Shoop and the gang in Summer School . Next episode: Road House
Jul 16, 2019•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 23
