Chris and Taylor review the new AppleTV+ comedy series Platonic created by Francesca Delbanco and Nicolas Stoller. Former childhood best friends reconnect as adults and try to get past the rift that led to their falling out. The series stars Rose Byrne, Seth Rogen, Luck Macfarlane, Tre Hale, Andrew Lopez, Carla Gallo, Alisha Wainwright, Vinny Thomas, Francesca Delbanco, Guy Branum, and Janet Varney. Follow us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepotentialpodcast/ Facebook: https://www.fac...
Jul 21, 2023•10 min
Spoiler Warning! Chris and Taylor review the spy action film, Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One, directed by Christopher McQuarrie from a screenplay he co-wrote with Erik Jendresen. It is the sequel to Mission: Impossible – Fallout (2018) and the seventh installment in the Mission: Impossible film series. Dead Reckoning Part One sees Ethan Hunt, whose IMF team matches wits with a powerful rogue AI known as "the Entity". The ensemble cast also features Tom Cruise, Hayley Atwell, Ving ...
Jul 20, 2023•30 min
Comedy comes in all forms and cultures, making it the most universal thing out there! Chris and Taylor welcome Vishnu Vaka, and up and coming comedian performing all over New York and New Jersey. Originally from India, he went through 14 schools by the time he got to 5th grade. Finding comedy as a second career, Vishnu talks about what inspired him to pursue comedy, his style, getting to tour with Russell Peters, and his aspirations for the future. IG: @vishnuvakacomedy Follow us on: Instagram: ...
Jul 18, 2023•46 min
Spoiler Review! Chris and Taylor review the action adventure film, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny , directed by James Mangold, who co-wrote it with Jez Butterworth, John-Henry Butterworth, and David Koepp. It is the fifth and final installment in the Indiana Jones film series and the sequel to Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (2008). In the film (set primarily in 1969), Indiana Jones and his estranged goddaughter Helena Shaw trying to locate a device that could change th...
Jul 14, 2023•29 min
Spoiler Warning! Chris and Taylor review the second season of the comedy-drama series The Bear created by Christopher Storer. The second season sees the kitchen crew attempt to transform the rundown Mr. Beef sandwich shop into a new fine-dining restaurant called The Bear. The series stars Jeremy Allen White, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Ayo Edebiri, Lionel Boyce, Liza Colón-Zayas, Abby Elliott, Matty Matheson, Edwin Lee Gibson, and Oliver Platt. Follow us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepoten...
Jul 13, 2023•24 min
Chris and Taylor review the romantic comedy films Father of the Bride and Father of the Bride Part II directed by Charles Shyer. Both films star Steve Martin as George Banks, a businessman and father who struggles to hold it together through his daughter's wedding season. The second film continues the story as George's daughter becomes pregnant, as does his wife, at the same time. The films also star Diane Keaton, Kimberly Williams, George Newbern, Kieran Culkin, Martin Short, B.D. Wong, Peter M...
Jul 12, 2023•22 min
Chris and Taylor review the 2023 sex comedy film, No Hard Feelings , directed by Gene Stupnitsky from a screenplay he co-wrote with John Phillips. On the brink of losing her childhood home, a desperate woman agrees to date a wealthy couple's introverted and awkward 19-year-old son. However, he proves to be more of a challenge than she expected, and time is running out before she loses it all. It stars Jennifer Lawrence (who also produces), Andrew Barth Feldman, Laura Benanti, Natalie Morales, Eb...
Jul 07, 2023•12 min
Chris and Taylor review the Netflix action thriller film, Extraction 2 (stylised on-screen as Extraction II ), directed by Sam Hargrave and written by Joe Russo, based on the graphic novel Ciudad by Ande Parks, Joe Russo, Anthony Russo, Fernando León González, and Eric Skillman. It is a sequel to the 2020 film Extraction. Back from the brink of death, commando Tyler Rake embarks on a dangerous mission to save a ruthless gangster's imprisoned family. The film stars Chris Hemsworth, Golshifteh Far...
Jul 06, 2023•11 min
Chris and Taylor review the science fiction action film, Transformers: Rise of the Beasts, based on Hasbro's Transformers toy line, and primarily influenced by the Beast Wars storyline. It is the seventh installment in the Transformers live-action film series. Serving as a standalone sequel to Bumblebee (2018) and prequel to Transformers (2007), the film was directed by Steven Caple Jr. In the film, when a new threat capable of destroying the entire planet emerges, they must team up with a power...
Jun 30, 2023•25 min
Spoiler Warning! Chris and Taylor review the 3rd season of the sports comedy-drama series Ted Lasso developed by Jason Sudeikis, Bill Lawrence, Brendan Hunt, and Joe Kelly. AFC Richmond is now a part of the Premier League and the pressure is on for Rebecca and Ted to not finish last against the competition, including West Ham and their new coach, Nate. The series stars Jason Sudeikis, Hannah Waddingham, Jeremy Swift, Phil Dunster, Brett Goldstein, Brendan Hunt, Nick Mohammed, Juno Temple, Anthon...
Jun 29, 2023•31 min
Chris and Taylor review the black comedy drama series "Beef" created by Korean director Lee Sung Jin for Netflix. Two people whose involvement in a road rage incident pits them against each other. The series stars Steven Yeun, Ali Wong, Joseph Lee, Young Mazino, David Choe, Patti Yasutake, Maria Bello, Ashley Park, Justin H. Min, Alyssa Gihee Kim, Remy Holt, Andrew Santino and Rek Lee. Follow us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepotentialpodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thep...
Jun 23, 2023•15 min
Spoiler Warning! Chris and Taylor review the 2023 superhero film, The Flash, based on the DC character of the same name. It is the 13th installment in the DC Extended Universe (DCEU). The film is directed by Andy Muschietti from a screenplay by Christina Hodson. In the film, Barry travels back in time to prevent his mother's death, which brings unintended consequences. The film stars Ezra Miller, Sasha Calle, Michael Shannon, Ron Livingston, Maribel Verdú, Kiersey Clemons, Antje Traue, and Micha...
Jun 22, 2023•40 min
Chris and Taylor review the new supernatural horror film The Boogeyman written by Scott Beck, Bryan Woods, and Mark Heyman with direction by Rob Savage and based on a short story by Stephen King. Still reeling from the tragic death of their mother, a teenage girl and her younger sister find themselves plagued by a sadistic presence in their house and struggle to get their grieving father to pay attention before it's too late. The film stars Sophie Thatcher, Chris Messina, Vivien Lyra Blair, Mari...
Jun 16, 2023•15 min
Chris and Taylor go back to that darken doorstep with holy water in hand to review the 1973 supernatural horror film, The Exorcist , directed by William Friedkinz, marking this the 50th anniversary of its release. It derived from a screenplay by author William Peter Blatty, based on his 1971 novel of the same name. When young Regan starts acting odd her worried mother seeks medical help, only to hit a dead end. A local priest, however, thinks the girl may be seized by the devil. The priest makes...
Jun 15, 2023•27 min
You've heard cruisin' through life? What about cruisin' through comedy? Chris and Taylor welcome the always hilarious comedian, voice actor and podcaster Al Ducharme. We couldn't stop laughing this whole episode! Al has had a fantastic career in comedy by land and sea (Maybe air ? Maybe one day!) We discuss performing on land versus cruise ships, his relationship with his wife and fellow comedienne Bernadette Pauley, co-hosting his podcast "2 Als 1 Pod" with co-host and comedian Al Romas and lan...
Jun 13, 2023•1 hr 6 min
Spoiler Warning! Chris and Taylor review the Sony/Marvel computer-animated film Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse written by Phil Lord, Christopher Miller and Dave Callaham with direction by Joaquim Dos Santos, Kemp Powers and Justin K. Thompson. Miles Morales goes on an adventure with Gwen Stacy across the multiverse where he meets a new team of Spider-People known as the Spider-Society led by Miguel O'Hara, but comes into conflict with them while handling a new threat. The voice cast include...
Jun 09, 2023•36 min
Chris and Taylor review the American comedy drama television series, Bupkis, which was written by Pete Davidson (who also acted as producer), Judah Miller and Dave Sirus. show is a "heightened fictionalized version of Pete Davidson's life". After moving back home to Staten Island, Pete struggles to deal with unfortunate family news, all the while trying to maintain his career, relationships and mental health in an increasingly surreal and heightened world of his own making. The series stars Pete...
Jun 08, 2023•15 min
Spoiler warning! Chris and Taylor review the dark comedy crime drama television series, Barry , created by Alec Berg and Bill Hader, on HBO and HBO Max. Now in prison, Barry seeks forgiveness from those he has wronged, like acting teacher Gene Cousineau and ex Sally Reed. Unlike its main character, Barry knows that the road to forgiveness is longer than one phone call from jail. The series stars Bill Hader, Stephen Root, Sarah Goldberg, Michael Irby, Glenn Fleshler, Anthony Carrigan, Henry Winkl...
Jun 02, 2023•28 min
Chris and Taylor review the final season of the American satirical dark comedy-drama television series, Succession , created by Jesse Armstrong and composed by Nicholas Britell. In the final season, the sale of media conglomerate Waystar Royco to tech visionary Lukas Matsson moves ever closer. The prospect of this seismic sale provokes existential angst and familial division among the Roys as they anticipate what their lives will look like once the deal is completed. The season stars Brian Cox, ...
Jun 01, 2023•30 min
Chris and Taylor review the new action-adventure game Star Wars Jedi: Survivor developed by Respawn Entertainment and published by Electronic Arts. The game takes place five years after Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order and continues the adventure of the young Jedi Knight, Cal Kestis, as he and his friends continue in their struggle to survive the tyranny of the Galactic Empire. Our Star Wars superfan Tim Fitzsimons also gives his thoughts on the game! Follow us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.c...
May 31, 2023•25 min
Spoiler Warning! Chris and Taylor review the action sequel film Fast X written by Dan Mazeau and Justin Lin with direction by Louis Leterrier. Dominic Toretto must protect his family from Dante Reyes who seeks revenge for his father's death and the loss of his family's fortune. The film stars Vin Diesel, Michelle Rodriguez, Tyrese Gibson, Christopher "Ludacris" Bridges, John Cena, Nathalie Emmanuel, Jordana Brewster, Sung Kang, Scott Eastwood, Daniela Melchior, Alan Ritchson, Helen Mirren, Brie ...
May 26, 2023•31 min
Chris and Taylor review the AppleTV+ documentary film, Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie , directed by Davis Guggenheim starting Michael J. Fox and his struggle with Parkinson's disease. The film follows the life of beloved actor and advocate Michael J. Fox, exploring his personal and professional triumphs and travails, and what happens when an incurable optimist confronts an incurable disease. Follow us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepotentialpodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com...
May 25, 2023•12 min
Extra! Extra! Read all about it! Over 30 years since the release of Disney's "Newsies", we had one of the original cast, Race Track Higgins himself, Max Casella. After the highly lauded release of the tv series, Tulsa King , Chris and Taylor were so very fortunate to have a fun and and surprisingly nerdy chat with actor Max Casella. Join us as we discuss his first start on Newsies, his various roles in film and TV, working with the acting greats like Stallone and Gandolfini, and voice acting Dax...
May 23, 2023•50 min
Spoiler Warning! Chris and Taylor review the latest film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe: Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 3 , written and directed by James Gunn. The Guardians embark on a dire mission to protect and save Rocket from the High Evolutionary. The film stars Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldaña, Dave Bautista, Karen Gillan, Pom Klementieff, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper, Will Poulter, Sean Gunn, Chukwudi Iwuji, Linda Cardellini, Nathan Fillion and Sylvester Stallone. Follow us on: Instagram: https:...
May 19, 2023•43 min
Chris and Taylor review the biographical sports drama film, Air , directed by Ben Affleck and written by Alex Convery. The film is based on true events about the origin of Air Jordan, a basketball shoeline, of which Sonny Vaccaro and Nike pursue basketball rookie Michael Jordan, creating a partnership that revolutionizes the world of sports and contemporary culture. The film stars Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, Jason Bateman, Marlon Wayans, Chris Messina, Chris Tucker and Viola Davis. Follow us on: In...
May 18, 2023•13 min
Chris and Taylor go back to Boston to review the 1997 American psychological drama film, Good Will Hunting, directed by Gus Van Sant, and written by Ben Affleck and Matt Damon. In the film, Will Hunting, a janitor at M.I.T., has a gift for mathematics, but needs help from a psychologist to find direction in his life. The film stars Robin Williams, Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, Stellan Skarsgård, Casey Affleck, Minnie Driver and Cole Hauser. Follow us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepotent...
May 17, 2023•14 min
Chris and Taylor review the second season of the Apple TV+ musical comedy series Schmigadoon! created by Cinco Paul and Ken Daurio. Josh and Melissa find themselves in a new town called "Schmicago," a world which plays to the darker and sexier musicals of the 60's and 70's, and attempt to find a happy ending. The series stars Keegan-Michael Key, Cecily Strong, Aaron Tveit, Dove Cameron, Alan Cumming, Kristen Chenoweth, Jane Krakowski, Jaime Camil, Ariana DeBose, Ann Harada, Patrick Page and Titu...
May 12, 2023•16 min
Chris and Taylor review the action thriller Guy Ritchie's The Covenant co-written, produced and directed by Guy Ritchie. Former U.S. Army special operations sergeant and Afghanistan War veteran, John Kinley, returns to the country to rescue the interpreter who once saved his life from the Taliban. The film stars Jake Gyllenhaal, Dar Salim, Alexander Ludwig, Antony Starr, Bobby Schofield, Emily Beecham, Johnny Lee Miller and Jason Wong. Follow us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepotent...
May 11, 2023•13 min
Chris and Taylor review the new surrealist black tragicomedy horror film Beau is Afraid written and directed by Ari Aster. Beau Wassermann is a mild-mannered but paranoid-ridden man who embarks on a surreal odyssey to get home to his mother, confronting his greatest fears along the way. The film stars Joaquin Phoenix, Patti LuPone, Nathan Lane, Amy Ryan, Parker Posey, Stephen McKinley Henderson and Richard Kind. Follow us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepotentialpodcast/ Facebook: ht...
May 05, 2023•14 min
May the 4th be with you! Chris and Taylor are joined once again by superfan Tim Fitzsimons to take a deep dive into the third season of " The Mandalorian ," the phenomenal live action Star Wars series on Disney+,produced by Lucasfilm, Fairview Entertainment, and Golem Creations, with Jon Favreau serving as showrunner. The third season of the American television series follows Din Djarin traveling to Mandalore to redeem his past transgressions with his adopted son Grogu and being aided on their j...
May 04, 2023•53 min
