Send us a text The Binge Report is here! Here's our take on what we've been watching and whether it's worth your time or not. We discuss: Sugar Palm Royale Three Body Problem Apples Never Fall Ripley Killing Eve Melancholia And in a new Speeding to the Cinema experpt, we discuss the latest A24 release, Alex Garland's Civil War. Thank you for listening! You can find and follow us with the links below! Read our Letterboxd reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/fixateandbinge/ Follow us on Instagram at...
Apr 16, 2024•39 min•Season 1Ep. 104
Send us a text Joe and Jared sit down with 21 year old, Kyah Vaught, to discuss the film that spoke to her soul. Listen in to understand why Annette Benning in 20th Century Women impacted Kyah so deeply. This is a chance for us older people to get a glimpse at how the rising generation sees the world, their parents, and the joys and pains of growing up. Thank you for listening! You can find and follow us with the links below! Read our Letterboxd reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/fixateandbinge/...
Apr 09, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 103
Send us a text In the podcast's first official Binge Segment, Joe and Jared share what they've been watching and which ones they recommend: 1. Fool Me Once - On Netflix 2. Resident Alien - On Netflix 3. True Detective: Night Country - On Max 4. The Brothers Sun - On Netflix 5. Shogun - On Hulu Joe heaps praise onto Alan Tudyk and claims he is one of the funniest actors alive today. We also get a vocabulary lesson from the Professor along the way. Thank you for listening! You can find and follow ...
Apr 02, 2024•19 min•Season 1Ep. 102
Send us a text The title says it all. Are these worth watching? Joe and Jared agree on some and disagree on others but they definitely give you enough spoiler-free discussion about each for you to decide on your own. Thank you for listening! You can find and follow us with the links below! Read our Letterboxd reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/fixateandbinge/ Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/fixateandbingepodcast/?hl=ms Follow us on TikTok at: https://www.tiktok.com/@fixatean...
Mar 19, 2024•38 min•Season 1Ep. 101
Send us a text Welcome to our 100th episode! Thanks to all who have been listening from the beginning and welcome to our new listeners. Today we have two returning guests who are both distinguished film experts and intense fans of the cinema. DiAnte Jenkins and Adam Khromachou join us for an in-depth conversation about the 96th annual Oscars. We talk about who won what, as well as a much broader range of topics. You will learn the most important elements of a good movie, how to recognize good ci...
Mar 13, 2024•1 hr 46 min•Season 1Ep. 100
Send us a text Joe and Jared have sped to the cinema and this episode reveals a fierce divide between the hosts on one of these new releases. Listen in and tell us what you think. Who do you agree with? And as always, you get a quick rundown of what Joe and Jared have been watching lately and whether it's worth your time or not. This week on the discussion block: The Ones Who Live, I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson, and Constellation. This episode is sponsored by The Church Of The Latte...
Mar 05, 2024•52 min•Season 1Ep. 99
Send us a text If you're wondering what you should watch, this episode gives you loads to choose from. Joe and Jared list off and discuss their recently watched streaming shows and films and toss in a bit of social outrage, with a surprisingly soft center. Succession, Ted, Griselda, Bottoms, Out of Darkness, A Killer Paradox, True Detectives, Anne of Green Gables Music: Brendan Clavin Thank you for listening! You can find and follow us with the links below! Read our Letterboxd reviews at: https:...
Feb 27, 2024•49 min•Season 1Ep. 98
Send us a text In this episode, we have the great pleasure of speaking with "Pu" Vithaya Pansringarm, a world-renowned and internationally awarded Thai actor, who only started acting at the age of 50! Pu shares his philosophy about what his job is as an actor, he discusses his dance with the cameraman to keep his final audience in clear focus and divulges his disciplined role preparation ritual. Vithaya offers practical advice for aspiring actors and shares memories from the set when working wit...
Feb 21, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 97
Send us a text If you've never seen a 1990s or earlier Hong Kong action film, you're seriously missing out! In honor of the Chinese New Year season, we invited director, writer, and kung fu film enthusiast, Chris Cowden, to come on and talk about two of his favorite Hong Kong action films: John Woo's 1992 Hardboiled and Jackie Chan's 1994 The Legend of the Drunken Master. Both films are a blast. If you're new to this genre, listen in and get a director's inside scoop on how these films were made...
Feb 13, 2024•49 min•Season 1Ep. 96
Send us a text Episode 95 This episode is short and sweet, but we cover a lot of ground. We discuss the beautiful human story contained within Godzilla Minus One Minus Color, tell you where to stream some of the Oscar-nominated films before the big day, and finish up with a quick rundown of what we've been watching and whether we recommend it or not. We've also picked up an exciting new show sponsor! Join us and find out who it is! Thank you for listening! You can find and follow us with the lin...
Feb 06, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 95
Send us a text Sometimes the stars align just right. Today we publish our 94th episode, celebrating the long and illustrious career of Gene Hackman, on the very day of his 94th birthday! We discuss our favorite Gene Hackman films and what we love about the way he portrays each of his characters. Listen in and tell us which of his movies are your favorites! Our Favorite Gene Hackman Films – The Royal Tenenbaums – 2001 The Birdcage - 1996 The Firm - 1993 Unforgiven - 1992 Mississippi Burning – 198...
Jan 30, 2024•59 min•Season 1Ep. 94
Send us a text The 2024 Oscars are here! Our returning expert, DiAnté Jenkins, displays his supernatural powers by predicting the nominees and winners. So listen in and go ahead and put some cash on it because DiAnté knows what he's talking about. Just don't forget to cut him in on your winnings! Thank you for listening! You can find and follow us with the links below! Read our Letterboxd reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/fixateandbinge/ Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/fixa...
Jan 23, 2024•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 93
Send us a text If you're ready to rumble and cry, listen in to hear why Jared and Joe and their wives all loved this excellent film and why you should go see it right away! Thank you for listening! You can find and follow us with the links below! Read our Letterboxd reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/fixateandbinge/ Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/fixateandbingepodcast/?hl=ms Follow us on TikTok at: https://www.tiktok.com/@fixateandbingepodcast Visit our website at: https://...
Jan 16, 2024•48 min•Season 1Ep. 92
Send us a text Love it or mock it, action has always been a staple genre of the cinema. In this episode, prolific TikTok film reviewer, Adam Khromachou, brings some deep insights into the old classic, Michael Bay's The Rock, with Sean Connery and Nicholas Cage. It's a good time with some very interesting trivia and deep lore about the film and its origins. Are you ready to save civilization? Give it a listen! Thank you for listening! You can find and follow us with the links below! Read our Lett...
Jan 09, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 91
Send us a text Internationally acclaimed performer, Andrew McFadden, joins us to discuss the enduring comic silliness and musical influence of the classic film, The Blues Brothers. Listen to learn why this man of music has watched the film so many dozens of times and why he thinks it's just as relevant today as it ever was. Thank you for listening! You can find and follow us with the links below! Read our Letterboxd reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/fixateandbinge/ Follow us on Instagram at: ht...
Jan 03, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 90
Send us a text If you need a break from all the holiday cheer going on, we've got some great recommendations for movies that will help you escape Christmas for a bit. Thank you for listening! You can find and follow us with the links below! Read our Letterboxd reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/fixateandbinge/ Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/fixateandbingepodcast/?hl=ms Follow us on TikTok at: https://www.tiktok.com/@fixateandbingepodcast Visit our website at: https://fixate...
Dec 19, 2023•31 min•Season 1Ep. 89
Send us a text Ditch the predictable and jingle all the way into uncharted festive territory with our latest episode! We're unwrapping the cinematic presents that Santa forgot to put under the mainstream tree. From the darkly chaotic "Krumpus" to the surprisingly heartwarming "Violent Night," our recommendations are the perfect antidote to holiday movie fatigue. Trust us; your watchlist is about to get a whole lot merrier! Thank you for listening! You can find and follow us with the links below!...
Dec 12, 2023•34 min•Season 1Ep. 88
Send us a text Have you picked the winners for the film awards season yet?? Joe and Jared have! Listen in as your hosts discuss some of the best films of 2023 and who they think are most deserving of the big prizes. Thank you for listening! You can find and follow us with the links below! Read our Letterboxd reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/fixateandbinge/ Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/fixateandbingepodcast/?hl=ms Follow us on TikTok at: https://www.tiktok.com/@fixateand...
Dec 05, 2023•43 min•Season 1Ep. 87
Send us a text Join us as we dive into the hilariously dark world of "World's Greatest Dad" with actor Zach Vitale! We'll be dissecting the film's themes, sharing behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and finding out if Robin Williams was as funny and kind off-camera as his reputation says he was! Thank you for listening! You can find and follow us with the links below! Read our Letterboxd reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/fixateandbinge/ Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/fixateandbin...
Nov 28, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 86
Send us a text Explore the depths of courage and resistance as we delve into Terrence Malick's film "A Hidden Life" with special guest David Hayward, the Naked Pastor. Join us for a captivating conversation on peaceful resistance, the art of picking your battles in marriage and parenting, and the wisdom of knowing when to quit a job you hate. David shares his insights on the film and offers several thought-provoking recommendations for your next movie night. Thank you for listening! You can find...
Nov 21, 2023•1 hr 51 min•Season 1Ep. 85
Send us a text As a toast to Jared's 50th birthday, your favorite co-hosts reveal their top 10 favorite films from 1973. Listen in to a lively discussion on the themes, characters, and personal impact of these cinematic masterpieces. Thank you for listening! You can find and follow us with the links below! Read our Letterboxd reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/fixateandbinge/ Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/fixateandbingepodcast/?hl=ms Follow us on TikTok at: https://www.tik...
Nov 14, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 84
Send us a text In this episode, Joe and Jared dive into the upcoming films They're excited to watch in theaters during November and December 2023. But before that, they discuss recent viewings, including "Pain Hustlers" and "Rocky Horror Picture Show." Listen in as your hosts bounce around topics, with conversations about Ridley Scott, toxic masculinity, sexism in hero movies, and even the intriguing but short-lived careers of professional wrestlers. Thank you for listening! You can find and fol...
Nov 07, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 83
Send us a text This episode starts out pleasantly enough. Joe and Jared talk about the shows they've been Fixate and Binging on. They even rave about Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour. But then...at 14 minutes in...things turn Sinister. Remember when Joe assigned Jared six Insidious and scary films to watch, hoping to send him on a Descent into terror? Today is the day of reckoning when Jared returns and reports. Was he scared? Will he need at least 9 Sessions of therapy? There hasn't been this much a...
Oct 31, 2023•56 min•Season 1Ep. 82
Send us a text Why do we cherish sad films like Alfonso Cuarón's Children of Men? Our guest, Geoffrey Stewart, dissects the emotional journey this film offers and how it sparks a yearning for human harmony, even in the darkest of times. Listen in and feel the value of sitting with sad stories while clinging to hope for brighter days. Thank you for listening! You can find and follow us with the links below! Read our Letterboxd reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/fixateandbinge/ Follow us on Instag...
Oct 24, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 81
Send us a text Joe, Jared, and returning guest, John Rising, dissect Mike Flanagan's dark and beautiful short series, Midnight Mass. They explore the ways religion elevates some and hides evil in others and how even on a small island community, dark secrets can be kept...but not for long. This discussion contains spoilers throughout, so if you haven't seen this amazing show yet, listen at your own risk! Music credit: Brendan Clavin Thank you for listening! You can find and follow us with the lin...
Oct 18, 2023•1 hr 53 min•Season 1Ep. 80
Send us a text Do not fear!! This is a 100% non-scary discussion about one of the scariest films in history. Join us as we dive into the world of faith, fear, and the supernatural in our review of The Exorcist and the new film, The Exorcist: Believer. We explore how belief in God, the Devil, and our definition of evil influences our reactions to these iconic movies. Music credit: Brendan Clavin Thank you for listening! You can find and follow us with the links below! Read our Letterboxd reviews ...
Oct 10, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 79
Send us a text Discover the triumphant story of an amateur historian who played a pivotal role in reshaping British royal history as depicted in the excellent film, The Lost King. Our guest, Nottingham Trent University PhD Student, Robyn Whalley, shares insights into how Richard III became lost in the first place and how the discovery of his gravesite has led to a resurrection of his legacy, altering the course of historical narratives forever. Ricardians unite and rejoice! Thank you for listeni...
Oct 03, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 78
Send us a text It's official – Joe and Jared's film tastes have diverged beyond repair! In this episode, our hosts each make their spoiler-free final cases for and against Joy Ride and No One Will Save You. Will this disagreement mark the end of their co-hosting partnership? Tune in to find out! Thank you for listening! You can find and follow us with the links below! Read our Letterboxd reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/fixateandbinge/ Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/fixat...
Sep 26, 2023•46 min•Season 1Ep. 77
Send us a text This film is a must-see and Joe and Jared tell you why. After catching up on what they've been watching lately, your hosts dive into a spoiler-free discussion of this impactful film about one mother's determination to give her kid a better life than she had. Some of the important themes are discussed without giving away the story and Joe brings his own lived experience inside the U.S. foster care system for added depth. The outstanding performances by Teyana Taylor, William Catlet...
Sep 19, 2023•58 min•Season 1Ep. 76
Send us a text It's all about conspiracies today! Starting with a brief discussion about the Rotten Tomatoes reviews for hire scandal, your hosts then move into even more treacherous territory: domestic terror. Using the film How To Blow Up A Pipeline as the starting point, Joe and Jared wrestle with the definitions of domestic terror, who can be labeled as a terrorist, and what kinds of threats or personal harms justify disruptive or destructive actions? And in case it's not clear, neither Joe ...
Sep 12, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 75
