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Episode 372: DVD Verdict 383 - An American Celebration

July 04,2009
In keeping with the July 4th festivities, Chief Justice Michael Stailey presents entertainment moments that salute the birth and legacy of our great country. Featuring clips from The Muppet Movie, Holiday Inn, Stan Freberg Presents the United States of America, 1776, Stripes, Schoolhouse Rock, Mr. Smith Goes to Washington, Yankee Doodle Dandy, Disneyland's Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln, Independence Day, and Epcot's American Adventure. Enjoy!
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Episode 371: DVD Verdict 382 - The Friday Filibuster

July 03,2009
On the eve of the July 4th weekend, Dave, Mac, Erich, and Mike deal with stormy weather, the arrival of MTV's The State on DVD, sharing the rare love for Transformers: Revenge of The Fallen, Mac reviews the art house sci-fi flick Moon, Mike immerses himself in the 1960s Peanuts collection, Erich goes toe-to-toe with the first season of GI Joe: A Real American Hero and musings of singer/songwriter Jonathan Coulton, Dave takes on the final season of The Shield, and they all take on such compelling ambush topics as favorite animated series theme songs, memorable fireworks sequences, cloning gone wrong, and fortuitous impromptu cab rides. Share your comments and questions in the new Filibuster discussion forum.
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Episode 370: DVD Verdict 381 - Blast Processing! Halo Is My World of Warcraft

July 02,2009
Erich, Tim, and Adam take the podcast to strange new places this week, covering exotic topics like personal computers, friend codes, and whether modern video games are too complicated to attract new players. In the newly named (thanks to Tim) Now Playing segment, the boys talk World of Warcraft addiction, Resident Evil 5 woes, Mario Kart, Picross DS, and Tiger Woods 10. In News, Tim looks forward to Brutal Legend; Adam's joy about potential PS2 backwards compatibility on the PS3 is dampened by a cynical take on Sony's business model; and Erich fires back at the Wii Demo Play whiners. Dave may not be on the podcast this week, but he's here in spirit thanks to his most bizarre Symposium Ad Nauseum topic yet: Video game character you would least like to be trapped with in the boiler room of Bayside High during the senior prom. Yikes! Feel free to join the rest of the junkies in the new Blast Processing! discussion forum.
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Episode 369: DVD Verdict 380 - View from the Couch [07/01/09]

July 01,2009
Let your Canadian pride shine through, as Kent and Michelle get all Dominion Day on us. Remembering Michael Jackson and Farah Fawcett. Plus, celebrity birthdays, Couch Entertainment News, and the Greaties of the '80s sets its sights on Big Trouble in Little China. Enjoy!
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Episode 368: DVD Verdict 379 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (New & Recent Releases)

June 30,2009
A breath of fresh air passes through the musical ether, as Clark features new and recent soundtrack releases from such films as The Informers (2009), Coco Avant Chanel (2009), Grey Gardens (2009), Terminator: Salvation (2009), Year One (2009), Land of the Lost (2009), Caprica (2009), Ice Age 3: Dawn of the Dinosaurs (2009), Up (2009), and Michael Bay's box office juggernaut Transformers: Revenge of The Fallen, for which Clark also shares his review. Plus, a bonus track from Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. Clark welcomes your comments, questions, and suggestions in The Jury Room.
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Episode 367: DVD Verdict 378 - The Friday Filibuster [06/26/09]

June 26,2009
In a show recorded prior to noted celebrity passings, Dave, Mac, and Erich make a gentlemen's wager worth One Million Dollars. Erich wonders if the Next Food Network star's career ever really goes anywhere. Dave rents Twilight... for fun?! Erich tackles MST3K XV. Mac is pained by the second season of The Secret Life of the American Teenager. Dave is reading Guillermo Del Toro's anti-Twilight novel. Japanese monsters attack the G8 Summit. Hear Erich have trouble navigating this week's ambush topics: Lamest bonus features; Exciting fictional characters banished to incredibly boring jobs; How social networking would have changed classic movies or TV series. Share your comments and questions in the new Filibuster discussion forum.
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Episode 366: DVD Verdict 377 - Blast Processing! Hardcore SNK

June 25,2009
It's a short and sweet podcast this week as Erich, Steve, Jon, and Dave jump right into discussions of Ghostbusters, Red Faction: Guerrilla, Assassin's Creed, Battlefield: Bad Company, and the 1 vs. 100 Beta. Then, into this week's Symposium Ad Nauseum topic: Favorite obscure NES games. You may be surprised by Dave's definition of "obscure." Feel free to join the rest of the junkies in the new Blast Processing! discussion forum.
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Episode 365: DVD Verdict 376 - View from the Couch [06/24/09]

June 24,2009
While Kent and Michelle are away, the Verdict mice will play. Not to worry, all the regular features you've come to expect from View from the Couch are here -- Celebrity birthdays, Couch Entertainment News (Ed McMahon, Neda video, Chaz Bono, Jon & Kate, I'm a Celebrity: Get Me Out of Here, Perez Hilton vs. Will.i.am, Scrubs, and more) and a DVD review (Pushing Daisies Seasons 1 & 2) -- just expressed through a different perspective. Kent and Michelle will return next week. Until then, you can check out what they've been up to, by viewing the new video clips at ViewFromTheCouch.com Enjoy!
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Episode 364: DVD Verdict 375 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Friday Filibuster Crossover)

June 23,2009
The podcast crossover event concludes, as Clark is joined by The Friday Filibuster's Dave and Mac to talk movie music and play selections from such personal favorites as Willow (1988), Twin Peaks (1990), Crimson Tide (1995), Edward Scissorhands (1990), and a bonus track from Papillon (1973). Clark also shares his review for Harold Ramis' Year One. Enjoy! Clark welcomes your comments, questions, and suggestions in The Jury Room.
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Episode 363: DVD Verdict 374 - The Friday Filibuster [06/19/09]

June 19,2009
In a move which may shatter the space-time continuum, Clark Douglas joins the Filibuster boys, bringing his calm demeanor and expansive knowledge of film into the fracas. Don't worry. Dave, Mac, and Mike eventually turn him to the dark side, as the quartet review Taking of Pelham 1 2 3, The Hangover, Direct Contact, Prison Break: Season Four, Lost: Season One (Blu-ray), Predator 2 (Blu-ray), DMX battles giant killer snakes in Carnivorous, Dolph Lundgren's greatest hits, public displays of drunkenness, action heroes that should have bought it, and, of course, Willow. Share your comments and questions in the new Filibuster discussion forum.
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Episode 362: DVD Verdict 373 - Blast Processing! Cyborg Justice Johnson

June 18,2009
Inspired by recent additions to the Pixel Verdict family, Erich, Dave, Jon, and Tim come up with some socially inappropriate video game baby names before getting down to business with discussions about Crimson Gem Saga, Ghostbusters, Mario Kart Wii, Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10 for the Wii, Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D's Wheelie Breakers, and Protoype (sorry Steve, Dave likes it). A head-scratching news segment tackles Microsoft's next console, EA's marketing misstep, and why EGM subscribers need get to the mailbox before their wives and girlfriends do. To finish, this week's Symposium Ad Nauseum topic: Pushover Robot Bad Guys. Feel free to join the rest of the junkies in the new Blast Processing! discussion forum.
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Episode 361: DVD Verdict 372 - View from the Couch [06/17/09]

June 17,2009
Your regular Alberta weather report kicks off this week's episode, as Kent and Michelle recall bloody Father's Days of yore, confuse Joan Van Arc with Joan of Ark, watch Pirates 4 knock The Lone Ranger off Disney's release schedule, Gambit becomes John Carter of Mars, bear witness to a geek meltdown and rogue children invade the studio, mourn the death of FlickSwap with the 1958 classic South Pacific ( "Oyyyyyyyyy!!!!" --Kent), and Guill-elmo Del Toro makes a surprise visit. Email your questions, comments, and suggestions to Kent and Michelle. Be sure to check out ViewFromTheCouch.com.
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Episode 360: DVD Verdict 371 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Originals and Remakes)

June 16,2009
Clark goes green this week, exploring Hollywood's passion for remaking films many felt were done well enough the first time. Compare and contrast selections from Assault on Precinct 13 (1976), Assault on Precinct 13 (2004), The Poseidon Adventure (1972), Poseidon (2006), Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978), The Invasion (2007), The Thing From Another World (1951), The Thing (1982), King Kong (1933), King Kong (1976), King Kong (2005), The Thomas Crown Affair (1968), The Thomas Crown Affair (1999), The Taking of Pelham One Two Three (1974), and The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3 (2009), for which Clark also shares his review. Enjoy!
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Episode 359: DVD Verdict 370 - The Friday Filibuster [06/12/09]

June 12,2009
In a secret alternate universe, Dave, Mac, and Erich join forces to battle the evils of a modern day Zack Morris, Sam Raimi's latest mindf*ck, the last gasps of Pushing Daisies, Pit Fighter trolls, Erich's super-cool super-quiet imaginary friends, Nazi war criminals, the impending DVD-less rapture, and the mysterious absence of Mint Chocolate Chip ice cream. Plus: Prizes inside TV-inspired breakfast cereals; Submarine DMV; Standup comics who never got the sitcoms they deserved. Share your comments and questions in the new Filibuster discussion forum.
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Episode 358: DVD Verdict 369 - Blast Processing! "That Mario Itch"

June 11,2009
It's a wild and wooly return to our normal podcast format this week, as Erich, Dave, Adam, and Steve ramble their way through tangents, technical difficulties, innuendo, and the occasional video game talk. Dave hacks his way through a bargain bin purchase of Devil May Cry 4, Adam gets sucked back into World of Warcraft, Erich replays New Super Mario Bros., and Steve talks Indiana Jones and the Staff of Kings before laying into Prototype. The crew puts a bow on E3 with final thoughts on games like Just Cause 2, Castlevania: Lord of Shadows, and Assassins Creed 2, leading into a discussion of which games they actually plan on buying before year's end. (Spoiler: Steve's going to buy everything.) Feel free to join the rest of the junkies in the new Blast Processing! discussion forum.
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Episode 357: DVD Verdict 368 - View from the Couch [06/10/09]

June 10,2009
It's a bit-sized Couch, as Kent and Michelle plow through entertainment news to get to reviews of Smithsonian Channel's Loose at the Zoo and this week's installment of "Greaties of the '80s" -- Back to the Future Part III. Enjoy!
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Episode 356: DVD Verdict 367 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Final Film Scores)

June 09,2009
This week Clark pays tribute to the final works of many celebrated film score composers, including Alfred Newman (Airport), Basil Poledouris (The Legend of Butch and Sundance), Elmer Bernstein (Far From Heaven), Jerry Goldsmith (Looney Tunes Back in Action), Bernard Herrmann (Taxi Driver), Alex North (The Last Butterfly), Henry Mancini (Son of The Pink Panther), Georges Delerue (Rich in Love). With no film review, he presents a bonus track from Michael Giacchino's score to the ABC television series Lost. Enjoy!
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Episode 355: DVD Verdict 366 - The Friday Filibuster [06/05/09]

June 05,2009
Dave, Mac, and Mike celebrate the wonderful world of milk (dairy not Harvey); reviews of Up in 3D and Brothers Bloom; Mac revels in Conan O'Brien taking over the Tonight Show; DVD reviews of Transformers: Season One and The Wire; geek news from E3; sharing love for The Dolph; New movie gimmicks and the ideal film to showcase them; Fictional characters deserving their own late night talk show; and Zombies invade the John Hughes universe. Share your comments and questions in the new Filibuster discussion forum.
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Episode 354: DVD Verdict 365 - Blast Processing! "E3 Part Two (Nintendo, Sony)"

June 04,2009
With E3 officially underway, Tim, Steve, Jon, and Erich tackle the near-opposite Nintendo and Sony press conferences. On the one hand, brand new Mario games, a mind-blowing Metroid announcement, and the head-scratching introduction of a so-called vitality sensor. On the other, two hours of blockbuster high-def gaming mixed with an awkward me too motion control demo and the unveiling of the not-so-secret PSP Go. It's Blu-ray vs. Blue Ocean and the boys have plenty to discuss. Plus, Steve, Tim, and Jon weigh in on Microsoft's showing with surprisingly mixed opinions. Feel free to join the rest of the junkies in the new Blast Processing! discussion forum.
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Episode 353: DVD Verdict 364 - Blast Processing! "E3 Part One (Microsoft)"

June 04,2009
Erich, Dave, and Adam unpack all of the excitement, disappointment, big (and not-so-big) reveals, guest stars, and sci-fi future tech of Microsoft's E3 2009 press conference. Will Project Natal redefine gaming, or fall flat on its motion-sensing face? What does Hideo Kojima unveiling Metal Gear Solid Rising at a Microsoft conference mean for fanboy flame wars? And do we really care about Facebook on the Xbox 360? All this, and last-minute speculation about the Sony and Nintendo press conferences. Feel free to join the rest of the junkies in the new Blast Processing! discussion forum.
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Episode 352: DVD Verdict 363 - View from the Couch [06/03/09]

June 03,2009
As surly Michelle curses Mother Nature, Kent deals with premature show conclusion. Thankfully, both are able to move past these issues and into such riveting topics as Megan Fox's tomb, rebooting Buffy, John Lithgow takes on Dexter, more details on 3D Tin-Tin (or Tan-Tan), and the Disney vault gets its doors blown off by Dragonslayer. Email your questions, comments, and suggestions to Kent and Michelle. Be sure to check out ViewFromTheCouch.com.
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Episode 351: DVD Verdict 362 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Philip Glass)

June 02,2009
Join Clark on a journey through the cinematic repertoire of ethereal composer Philip Glass, featuring selections from Koyaanisqatsi (1982), Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters (1985), The Thin Blue Line (1988), Candyman: Farewell to the Flesh (1995), Kundun (1997), The Hours (2002), Secret Window (2004), Taking Lives (2004), The Illusionist (2006), and a bonus track from Cassandra's Dream (2007). Clark also shares his review of Sam Raimi's return to horror Drag Me to Hell. Clark welcomes your comments, questions, and suggestions in The Jury Room.
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Episode 350: DVD Verdict 361 - The Friday Filibuster [05/29/09]

May 29,2009
Dave pitifully attempts to defend the merits of Terminator: Salvation, in the face of Michael's disdain for the summer movie season's first flop. Mike mourns the death of The Unit and provides a DVD review for 24: Season 7, which spurs a discussion on what would redeem the series for Season 8. Dave reviews Steven Seagal's latest Driven to Kill. Mac recalls the horror that was James Bond Jr. Plus, worst characters to act as spokespeople for Global Warming, movies you almost walked out of, badass rodents, and movies or television series ripe for quality prequels. Share your comments and questions in the new Filibuster discussion forum.
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Episode 349: DVD Verdict 360 - Blast Processing! "The Boxing Equivalent of Lisa Kudrow"

May 28,2009
This week is the calm before the storm that is E3. Erich, Steve, Tim, and Adam prepare for the big expo with a round-up of potential press conference surprises, talk about games like Punch-Out!!, inFAMOUS, Bionic Commando, Terminator Salvation, Gears of War 2, and MadWorld, and finish with this week's Symposium Ad Nauseum topic: Video Game Nutrition. Feel free to join the rest of the junkies in the new Blast Processing! discussion forum.
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Episode 348: DVD Verdict 359 - View from the Couch [05/27/09]

May 27,2009
Summer arrives in Alberta, as a sunburnt Kent fights allergies and wrangles bikes, Michelle learns about Memorial Day, the Ghostbusters train the next generation, Comic Con gets a New Moon, and our gruesome twosome get their hands bloody reviewing Sweeney Todd. Email your questions, comments, and suggestions to Kent and Michelle. Be sure to check out ViewFromTheCouch.com.
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Episode 347: DVD Verdict 358 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Electronic Scores)

May 26,2009
This week, our cyborg Clark Douglas explores electronic film scores with selections from Starman (1984), Commando (1985), Runaway (1984), The Shining (1980), Fight Club (1999), Green Card (1990), Twin Peaks (1990), Legend (1985), Daylight (1996), Heartbeeps (1981), and a bonus track from Blade Runner (1982). Clark also shares his less than glowing review of Terminator: Salvation. Clark welcomes your comments, questions, and suggestions in The Jury Room.
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Episode 346: DVD Verdict 357 - The Friday Filibuster [05/22/09]

May 22,2009
Dave, Mac, and a returning Erich debrief the season's major television finales -- 24, Lost, Supernatural, The Mentalist, Prison Break, and The Office. Mac adds his voice to the choir of Star Trek appreciation. Erich bemoans the death of Mitch Hurwitz' Sit Down and Shut Up. Ambush Topics: Most pathetic bad guy; Things 24 characters would never say; TV theme songs redone in different musical styles. Share your comments and questions in the new Filibuster discussion forum.
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Episode 345: DVD Verdict 356 - Blast Processing! "You're the Best... Around"

May 21,2009
Proud papa Erich returns to the show and invites podcast family members Tim, Adam, and Jon to share in his joy and talk video games. The first segment is dominated by everyone's excitement about Punch-Out!!, our news discussion takes a side trip into Hyrule to celebrate Majora's Mask being the Wii Virtual Console's 300th game, Jon can't decide whether he's more excited about Tatsunoko vs. Capcom coming to North America or the leaked trailer for Team ICO's latest project, and the crew wonders whether it's too late for Microsoft to enter the mobile gaming market. To finish, a roundtable on this week's Symposium Ad Nauseum: Virtual Babiez. Feel free to cry, cry, cry in the comments below, or join the rest of the junkies in the new Blast Processing! discussion forum.
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Episode 344: DVD Verdict 355 - View from the Couch [05/20/09]

May 20,2009
A spring blizzard descends upon Edmonton, but Kent and Michelle marshal on with reviews of Jon & Kate Plus Eight: Season Four, Volume One and Conan the Barbarian. Meanwhile, He-Man gets a reboot with Greyskull, Johnny Depp as potential Sinatra, Marvel gets a Thor, Whedon's Dollhouse is renewed, and Sarah Connor gets terminated. Email your questions, comments, and suggestions to Kent and Michelle. Be sure to check out ViewFromTheCouch.com.
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Episode 343: DVD Verdict 354 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (New & Recent Releases)

May 19,2009
This week, Clark offers up a heaping helping of new and recent soundtrack releases, featuring selections from Angels & Demons (2009), Chéri (2009), The Last House on the Left (2009), The Soloist (2009), Heroes (TV, 2006-2007), One Little Indian (1973), Batman: Mask of the Phantasm (1993), Something Wicked This Way Comes (1983), and The Way West (1967). Clark also shares his review of director Ron Howard's Angels & Demons. Clark welcomes your comments, questions, and suggestions in The Jury Room.
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Episode 342: DVD Verdict 353 - The Friday Filibuster [05/15/09]

May 15,2009
Join Dave, Mac, Mike, and Michael for what starts out as interesting reviews of Star Trek and Woody Allen's Whatever Works, but quickly devolves into RiffTrax vs. Cinematic Titanic, feature films converted into bizarre television series, Larry David starring in blockbuster film franchises, and lengthy movie scenes that would work better as musical montages.
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Episode 341: DVD Verdict 352 - Blast Processing! "Console Wars"

May 14,2009
Buckle up kiddos as the hippest podcast crew on the flipside take you on a bodacious aural adventure! Join Dave! Tim! Jon! and Steve! for a wild look into the latest video game craziness. They'll talk about such funky fresh topics as InFamous and Fallout 3: Broken Steel, some Wii game Jon reviewed but I can't remember the name of, Batman: Arkham Asylum, and lots more! Plus! you'll get a nother dope exchange about the state of the console wars, as well as rampant and completely unsubstaniated specualtion as to what this year's E3 holds in store! Totally tubular!! We're going on exclamation detox now. See you next week! (dammit) Join the rest of the video game junkies in the new Blast Processing! discussion forum.
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Episode 340: DVD Verdict 351 - View from the Couch [05/13/09]

May 13,2009
Kent and Michelle are full of surprises this week, as they refuse to review Star Trek, the dogs make a break for their freedom, Green Lantern casting heats up, Keanu Reeves cuts loose his inner beast, "Greaties of the '80s" explores Back to the Future II, and Michelle surpasses more than 3000 words into her novel. Oh, and pay no attention to the calendar-challenged Canadians. Email your questions, comments, and suggestions to Kent and Michelle. Be sure to check out ViewFromTheCouch.com.
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Episode 339: DVD Verdict 350 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Star Trek)

May 12,2009
Join Judge Clark Douglas as he boldly traverses the musical universe of Star Trek, from the original series to today, featuring selections from Star Trek: The Original Series (1966), Star Trek: The Motion Picture (1979), Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (1982), Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home (1986), Star Trek V: The Final Frontier (1989), Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country (1991), Star Trek: Generations (1994), Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993), Star Trek: Voyager (1995), Star Trek: Enterprise (2001), Star Trek: First Contact (1996), Star Trek: Insurrection (1998), Star Trek: Nemesis (2002), Star Trek (2009) -- which is also his movie review of the week -- plus a bonus track from Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987). Clark welcomes your comments, questions, and suggestions in The Jury Room.
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Episode 338: DVD Verdict 349 - The Friday Filibuster [05/08/09]

May 08,2009
Even Swine Flu can't dissuade Dave from leading a Filibuster investigation into the debacle that has befallen 24 Season 7; debriefing the Caprica pilot; a state of the state Roller Derby report; vivisecting X-Men Origins: Wolverine in both movie and video game form; Michael reviews the first two volumes of X-Men: The Animated Series; Dave takes on the War Gods and barely escapes with his life; plus, favorite mad bombers, woefully miscast actors, and Tough Boy love for MacGyver. Email your comments and questions to Dave and Mac.
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Episode 337: DVD Verdict 348 - Blast Processing! "Nigh-Erotic Love"

May 07,2009
As Erich takes a week off to sojourn on the magical voyage of fatherhood, Dave, Steve and Jon begin the show by helping him with video game-inspired name options for his bouncing, baby offspring. And that's as warm and fuzzy as it gets, as the discussion promptly diverts into the realm of the bloody and eviscerated with three takes on Raven's vicious new hack 'n slash, X-Men Origins: Wolverine. From there, it's on to Jon once again setting the bandwidth on fire through his nigh-erotic love affair for Capcom and their plan to bring over some PS1 classics to the PlayStation Network; Steve tossing in more grist to the rumor mill with speculation over Apple buying out EA; and Dave weighing the ethical questions of stores licensing exclusive gameplay content through their pre-ordering process. Finally, it's a trip around the horn sounding off about this week's Symposiumn ad Nauseum topic: video game dogs. Woof! If you can think of a better catchphrase for the show, email us at feedback@pixelverdict.com
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Episode 336: DVD Verdict 347 - View from the Couch [05/06/09]

May 06,2009
The world is a Twitter, as Kent and Michelle settle in for a second version for this week's show (the first one didn't record). With that out of the way, they dive right into stupid names, unreturned voice mails, name that boy band, Ridley Scott toys with an Alien prequel, Blu Gremlins goes back to the drawing board, what is going to live and die on Network TV, and a very special Trek-tospective. Email your questions, comments, and suggestions to Kent and Michelle. Be sure to check out ViewFromTheCouch.com.
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Episode 335: DVD Verdict 346 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Mediocre at Best)

May 05,2009
Hollywood aspires to mediocrity this week, as Judge Clark Douglas features music from less than impressive films such as The Da Vinci Code (2006), US Marshalls (1998), The Specialist (1994), Presumed Innocent (1990), Daredevil (2003), Valley of the Kings (1954), Erin Brokovich (2000), Vatel (2000), Bicentennial Man (1999), Stripes (1981), Hart's War (2002), The Pick-up Artist (1987), and a bonus track from his movie review of the week X-Men Origins: Wolverine. Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Clark.
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Episode 334: DVD Verdict 345 - 2009 Summer Movie Preview

May 02,2009
Steve, Dan, and Chris join Michael for an in-depth look at the 2009 Summer Movie schedule, from Wolverine (May 1) to The Boat the Rocked (Aug 28) and everything in between. What are the guaranteed hits and misses, and what films may end up surprising us all? Email your comments and questions to Michael.
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Episode 333: DVD Verdict 344 - The Friday Filibuster

May 01,2009
This week: Dave, Mac, and Michael honor the Swine Flu, plot out dining options by avoiding specific fictional restaurants, talk anticipated TV season finales (Castle, Lost, Supernatural) and early summer movies (Wolverine, Star Trek), uncovering Kubrik's lost companion film to The Shining, Krav Maga vs. Kapap: Who wins?, Dave reads an excerpt from his review of Lisa Rinna's latest dance workout DVD, and be sure to listen for Mac's booty call. Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Dave and Mac.
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Episode 332: DVD Verdict 343 - Blast Processing! "Making Bear Money"

April 30,2009
Maybe it was the late night recording session, but this week's episode is a wacky one, with tangents and teasing a-plenty. When the game talk finally begins, Erich, Dave, Tim, and Adam chat about new DLC for Left 4 Dead and Street Fighter IV, the retro goodness of Marvel vs. Capcom 2 and The Typing of the Dead, Too Human, Banjo Kazooie: Nuts & Bolts, Crackdown, Pure, Chrono Trigger, Peggle Dual Shot, the newest addition to the Asperschlager household, and a yard sale opportunity missed. An abbreviated news segment touches on the head-scratching possibilities of a game in which Mr. T fights Nazis, and the latest rumors about the next PSP. That last item leads into a discussion of dead video formats for some reason, followed by Dave surprising the group with this week's Symposium Ad Nauseum topic--an experiment in improvisation we probably won't try again. If you can think of a better catchphrase for the show, email us at feedback@pixelverdict.com
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Episode 331: DVD Verdict 342 - View from the Couch [04/29/09]

April 29,2009
It's a gold medal-winning episode, as the Dixons celebrate recent family accomplishments, icky hotel bathroom experiences, mourn the passing of Bea Arthur, express an interest in Harper's Island, school people on the proper use of Twitter, and introduce their new segment "Greaties of the '80s" featuring a review of Back to the Future. Meanwhile, Jim Carrey gets Scrooged, the Governator shows up in T4, Spidey may go 3D, Harry Potter suffers a splitting headache, TMNT gets yet another reboot, and Tom Hanks talks the beast that will be Toy Story 3. Email your questions, comments, and suggestions to Kent and Michelle. Be sure to check out ViewFromTheCouch.com.
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Episode 330: DVD Verdict 341 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Musical Grab Bag)

April 28,2009
It's a musical grab bag episode, as Judge Clark Douglas romps through the archive pulling out selections from City Slickers (1991), The Maltese Falcon (1941), Shade (2003), Untamed (1955), The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford (2007), The Terminal (2004), The Claim (2000), Raintree County (1957), Night Crossing (1981), Youth Without Youth (2007), The Alamo (1960), The Power of One (1992), and a bonus track from The Professional (1994). Clark also shares his review of Robert Downey Jr. and Jamie Foxx in The Soloist. Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Clark.
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Episode 329: DVD Verdict 340 - The Friday Filibuster [04/24/09]

April 24,2009
This jumbo-sized, hour-long extravaganza features the Filibuster All-Stars joining forces to ponder DVD Verdict's 10th Anniversary; the increasing insanity of 24 Season 7; the long awaited DVD release of MTV's The State; mini-reviews of BBC's Top Gear: Series 10, Gene Roddenberry's Earth: Final Conflict, Max Fleischer's Superman, HBO's House of Saddam, disappointing television series finales, seemingly passive aliens who are up to no good, shoving animals into storylines for no reason, terrible DVD bonus features, and much more! Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Dave and Mac.
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Episode 328: DVD Verdict 339 - Blast Processing! The Legend of Donnie Dumphy

April 23,2009
Confused by the title of this show? This week's podcast doesn't offer many answers. Still, Erich, Dave, Jon, and Steve try to make sense of their corner of the gaming world while talking about Far Cry 2, Too Human, Ninja Blade, Fire Pro Wrestling, Rhythm Heaven, Samurai Shodown Anthology, Resident Evil 4, and Conan. In the news section, Dave confesses to pre-ordering the new Wolverine game because of something called a "dismemberment room," Erich wonders whether the upcoming Rock Band titles will hit before music games die, Steve looks forward to more Fallout post-apocalyptic goodness, and Jon crosses his fingers in hopes that Capcom will be announcing something cool at CAPTIVATE '09. They wrap things up with this week's Symposium Ad Nauseum topic, "Kick-Ass Female Protagonists," and finish with the lamest sign-off ever. If you can think of a better catchphrase for the show, email us at feedback@pixelverdict.com
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Episode 327: DVD Verdict 338 - View from the Couch [04/22/09]

April 22,2009
Welcome to meltdown city! The Dixons are reeling from catastrophic hard drive failure, the death of their PS3, and Michelle's exhaustion, but manage to pull it together for a review of Marley & Me (Blu-ray), the rumors of Flick Swap's death may be greatly exaggerated but a musical exploration takes its place with Mamma Mia!, more X-Men and Twilight movies on the way, Disney calls upon Nic Cage for a live-action Sorcerer's Apprentice, Peter Jackson and Guillermo Del Toro shed light on their 2-picture Hobbit series, and "much much more." It's an episode that refuses to end. Email your questions, comments, and suggestions to Kent and Michelle. Be sure to check out ViewFromTheCouch.com.
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Episode 326: DVD Verdict 337 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Russell Crowe)

April 21,2009
Judge Clark Douglas focuses this week's show on music from the films of Russell Crowe, with selections from The Quick and The Dead (1995), LA Confidential (1997), Gladiator (2000), Proof of Life (2000), A Beautiful Mind (2001), Master and Commander (2003), Cinderella Man (2005), 3:10 to Yuma (2007), American Gangster (2007), and a bonus track from Virtuosity (1995). Clark also shares his review of Russell's newest film State of Play. Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Clark.
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Episode 325: DVD Verdict 335 - The Friday Filibuster (100th Episode)

April 17,2009
It's a gala black tie affair and Dave does as little as possible to celebrate 100 episodes of Filibuster inanity, but Mac steps up with a special guest star and a list of other great 100 episode / 100 minute / 100 issue moments in entertainment history. With that out of the way, it's back to business talking shock-laden 24 reveals, far too many similarities between The Office and Parks and Recreation, enjoying the series premiere of The Unusuals, watching bad gladiator films without the benefit of sarcastic robots, reviewing While She Was Out, cartoon characters taking out live-action heroes, swapping similarly named characters between films, and harsh wisdom from beyond the stars. Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Dave and Mac.
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Episode 324: DVD Verdict 334 - Blast Processing! "Border Crossing"

April 16,2009
It's Canada 3 - America 1, as Erich welcomes Adam, Jon, and Steve to talk games and correct his meager knowledge of Canadian geography. They talk Demon's Souls, Sly Cooper 2, Hammerin' Hero, Legends of Wrestlemania, Suikoden Tierkreis, Resident Evil 4, and Tetris DS. In news, Jon's excitement about an early release for PS3-exclusive inFamous turns into a debate about the marketing wisdom of using demos as pre-order bonuses, Steve joins the throngs of Xbox 360 owners rejoicing over Microsoft adding the E74 error to its 3-year warranty, and Adam uses his +4 charm to get everyone to care about the new World of Warcraft patch. After minor technical difficulties, the boys wrap things up with this week's Symposium Ad Nauseum, asking deep questions about why the gaming cliches that bug us the most are often those we hold most dear. Have an existential question about exploding barrels? Let us know by emailing feedback@pixelverdict.com
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Episode 323: DVD Verdict 333 - View from the Couch [04/15/09]

April 15,2009
The Dixons decompress from their Disney vacation and an exploding shuttle bus, adjust to springtime in Alberta, review Monsters vs. Aliens in gloriously expensive 3D, Sony returns to the world of Men in Black, Robert Downey Jr. talks story for Iron Man 2, Tom Cruise and John Travolta remake Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, there will be less Gore in Pirates of the Caribbean 4, Liam Neeson is Zeus opposite Ralph Fiennes as Hades in the reboot of Clash of the Titans, and Kent takes a very frightening journey through the Disney Vault to observe Eddie Murphy's ill-conceived conservatorship of The Haunted Mansion. Email your questions, comments, and suggestions to Kent and Michelle. Be sure to check out ViewFromTheCouch.com.
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Episode 322: DVD Verdict 332 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Maurice Jarre)

April 14,2009
Judge Clark Douglas pays tribute to the late Maurice Jarre, with selections from Lawrence of Arabia (1962), Behold a Pale Horse (1964), The Train (1964), Doctor Zhivago (1965), Ryan's Daughter (1970), The Man Who Would Be King (1975), Jesus of Nazareth (1977), Crossed Swords (1977), The Bride (1985), The Mosquito Coast (1986), Fatal Attraction (1987), Sunshine (1999), A Passage to India (1984), and a bonus track from Topaz (1969). Clark also shares his review of Seth Rogen's new film Observe and Report. Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Clark.
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Episode 321: DVD Verdict 331 - The Friday Filibuster [04/10/09]

April 10,2009
Michael Stailey and Mike Rubino join Dave and Mac for a debaucherous look at Fractions 101, Turkish hackers, sudden tweets, dead House-mates, cheesy '80s cable television comedies, Kim Kardashian wants to help you fit into your jeans, disturbing and inappropriate use of food, ass kickin' grannies, painful character accents, a hilariously painful subtitle swap contest, and Michael cements his reputation as Dave's ambush topic arch-nemesis. Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Dave and Mac.
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Episode 320: DVD Verdict 330 - Blast Processing! "Pixelpocalypse Now"

April 09,2009
Pixel Verdict has been offline since Saturday, but Erich, Dave, Tim, and Steve soldier on, cramming a week's worth of content into an hour and forty minute podcast. Not having a site to write for means the boys have been playing some games, including PS3-import Demon Souls, Fallout 3, Gears of War 2, Halo Wars, Left 4 Dead, Street Fighter IV, Peggle, Rock Band 2, and a little too much Braid. In the news segment, Erich opens up the DSi launch to podcast scrutiny, Steve wonders whether it's too soon for Six Days in Fallujah, Tim rants about Time Warner's tiered bandwidth caps, and Dave throws his support behind Steve Wiebe's upcoming attempt to set the new Donkey Kong world record. The show wraps up with this week's Symposium Ad Nauseum: "Nostalgia Ain't Worth @#$%" Consider this your gaming fix while Pixel Verdict is being fixed. If you know your way around Turkish hackers, let us know -- feedback@pixelverdict.com.
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Episode 319: DVD Verdict 329 - View from the Couch (Live from Disneyland)

April 08,2009
Live from Disneyland, The Dixon clan plus one bring you the happiest podcast on Earth. Our tired Canadian travelers briefly recap a perfectly planned, well executed vacation, from Turkey legs and Churros to broken camera lenses and Monorails that don't operate when temperatures exceed 80 degrees. Email your questions, comments, and suggestions to Kent and Michelle. Be sure to check out ViewFromTheCouch.com.
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Episode 318: DVD Verdict 328 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Fast Cars)

April 07,2009
When the podcast rubber meets the road, Judge Clark Douglas backs up into cinematic history for a look at fast cars, featuring selections from Bullitt (1968), 2 Fast 2 Furious (2003), The Racers (1955), Grand Prix (1966), Days of Thunder (1990), Those Daring Young Men in their Jaunty Jalopies (1969), Heart Like a Wheel (1983), The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift (2006), The Great Race (1965), and a bonus cut from Pixar's Cars (2006). Plus, Clark shares his review for Fast and Furious, the fourth film in the freakishly profitable franchise. Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Clark.
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Episode 317: DVD Verdict 327 - The Friday Filibuster [04/03/09]

April 03,2009
Dave, Mac, and a committed Erich join forces to talk Image Comics' Soul Kiss and Dark Horse's Umbrella Academy; the new ABC comedy Better Off Ted; the finest television sitcoms and hour-long dramas of all-time; mini-reviews of Ben 10: Alien Force, Volume 3, Venture Bros. Season 3, Donkey Punch, and The Erotic Diary of a Lumberjack; memorable little people; science experiments gone wrong; and characters who bend space and time. Enjoy!
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Episode 316: DVD Verdict 326 - Blast Processing! "Major Announcement, Minor Disappointment"

April 02,2009
It's a podcast for the ages! Erich is back this week and rushes to the Wii's defense, forcing Adam, Tim, and Jon to all say something nice about Nintendo's beleaguered system. He then lightens up enough to lead a discussion of games being played, including two versions of Resident Evil 4, Chrono Trigger on the DS, the Rhythm Heaven demo, Halo Wars, Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars, and Sin and Punishment. After a brief respite to catch up on GDC announcements for new Zelda and Syndicate games, the boys launch into an epic throwdown on the pluses and minuses of Sony dropping the price on the PS2 instead of the PS3. Feathers fly, punches are thrown; frankly, it's a wonder no one died during the recording. The show wraps up with a lightning round of Symposium Ad Nauseum and Jon's musings about Square Enix's takeover of Eidos. If you thought that description was long, wait 'til you hear the podcast. Those who make it to the end should let us know by emailing feedback@pixelverdict.com
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Episode 315: DVD Verdict 325 - View from the Couch [04/01/09]

April 01,2009
No April foolishness here. The Dixons take time out of their busy Disneyland preparations to review Animal Planet's Raw Nature and Living with the Wolf Man; No more R-rated superhero adventures from Warner Bros.; Spielberg banks on the future of 3D filmmaking; the sun refuses to set on Twilight; and Kent plots his plans to takeover Disney. Email your questions, comments, and suggestions to Kent and Michelle. Be sure to check out ViewFromTheCouch.com.
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Episode 314: DVD Verdict 324 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (New and Recent Releases)

March 31,2009
This week, Clark takes an in-depth look at new and recent film score releases, featuring selections from Dragonball: Evolution, Duplicity, Knowing, Sunshine Cleaning, Lesbian Vampire Killers, Sin Nombre, Watchmen, Attack of the Crab Monsters, Monsters vs. Aliens for which he also shares his review. Enjoy!
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Episode 313: DVD Verdict 323 - The Friday Filibuster [03/27/09]

March 27,2009
Michael joins Dave and Mac for one of the weirdest recording sessions in Filibuster's near 100 episode history. There's no 24 talk this week, but they do fit in a spoiler-filled discussion of the BSG series finale. Mac reviews The Tale of Despereaux and ABC's Castle, exposing his man crush on Nathan Fillion. Dave immerses himself in 8 Films to Die For and gushes about I Love You Man. Michael enjoyed his Race to Witch Mountain but was disappointed by Schoolhouse Rock: Earth. Recalling Saturday mornings with California Dreams and Hang Time. Horrible movie-going experiences. Characters with ginormous ears. Michael leaves Dave speechless. Oh, and don't tune out before the end credits.
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Episode 312: DVD Verdict 322 - Blast Processing! "When I'm C64"

March 26,2009
Erich's out sick this week, leaving Dave in charge of unruly crew Tim, Adam, and Steve, who join him for some good-natured Wii bashing before spoiling Braid, musing on the possible game-changing OnLive, and launching into an epic roundtable discussion of this week's Symposium Ad Nauseum topic: Objectively Crappy Games That You Love. Titles discussed include Time Killers, Weaponlord, Shaq-Fu, Two Worlds, and Batman for the Commodore 64. Send any and all comments, complaints, and fanboy ravings to feedback@pixelverdict.com
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Episode 311: DVD Verdict 321 - View from the Couch [03/25/09]

March 25,2009
It's the show that ate itself... twice. Flying solo, Kent and the kids open the Disney Vault on The Last Flight of Noah's Ark, dive into warmer waters to review Winter: The Dolphin That Could, condolences to the friends and family of Natasha Richardson, and a tease for a unique forthcoming episode. Enjoy!
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Episode 310: DVD Verdict 320 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Truffaut & Delerue)

March 24,2009
Clark's international collaboration series concludes with the longtime friendship between director Francois Truffaut and composer Georges Delerue, featuring selections from Shoot the Piano Player (1960), Jules and Jim (1962), Love at Twenty: Antoine et Collette (1962), The Soft Skin (1964), Two English Girls (1971), Such a Gorgeous Kid Like Me (1972), Day for Night (1973), The Last Metro (1980), and a bonus suite of Delerue music. Clark also share his review of Clive Owen and Julia Roberts in Duplicity. Enjoy!
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Episode 309: TV Verdict 318 - Battlestar Galactica Series Finale and Post-Mortem

March 23,2009
Judge Dave Johnson and Chief Justice Michael Stailey dissect the Battlestar Galactica series finale, go back over the show's four season run to highlight the best and worst the show had to offer, speculate on the impact BSG will have on the sci fi genre, and the possibility Caprica may hold for the future of the franchise.
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Episode 308: DVD Verdict 317 - The Friday Filibuster [03/20/09]

March 20,2009
Mac returns from The Big Apple, rested and jazzed from his hip theatre experience. Dave and Mike plot the Nintento Wii and Broadway musical versions of Jean-Claude Van Damme's Sudden Death. A 3-minute spoiler-filled discussion of 24. Mac updates the state of American Roller Derby. Mike reviews The Fugitive: Season 2, Volume 2. Dave hangs out with Olaf, The Sinful Dwarf. More Bond on the way. Recapping Season 4 of Charles in Charge. Sports-related movies that take their fights into the crowd. Retroactively changing films with the introduction of automatic weapons. Enjoy!
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Episode 307: DVD Verdict 316 - Blast Processing! "Split-Continent Co-Op"

March 19,2009
It's a two-on-two showdown when Dave and Erich face off against Newfoundlanders Steve and Jon in an audio battle for North American supremacy. Actually, the boys just talk about gaming for an epic-ish hour and twenty minutes, including Resident Evil of the 4 and 5 varieties; the bloody good time that is Mad World on Wii; the casual awesomeness of Peggle on XBLA; Nintendo selling their 100 millionth DS; what Ninja Gaiden 2 going to PS3 means for fanboys everywhere; whether Resident Evil 5 DLC is worth it; and the possibility of fighting fans getting an update for Marvel vs. Capcom 2. They top it all off with an roundtable discussion of this week's Symposium Ad Nauseum topic: Cheapest Bosses.
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Episode 306: DVD Verdict 315 - View from the Couch [03/18/09]

March 18,2009
Kent and Michelle race to Witch Mountain to clean up a fecal nightmare, school Michelle on classic rock, temper Kent's unrealistic expectations for human decency, skewer Hollywood's black hole of originality, and Flick Swap the 1968 classic Planet of the Apes. Email your questions, comments, and suggestions to Kent and Michelle. Be sure to check out ViewFromTheCouch.com.
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Episode 305: DVD Verdict 314 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Miyazaki & Hisaishi)

March 17,2009
The international magic continues, as Clark explores the unique and beautiful music made by composer Joe Hisaishi for the breathtaking films of director Hayao Miyazaki. Featuring selections from Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind (1984), Castle in the Sky (1986), My Neighbor Totoro (1988), Kiki's Delivery Service (1989), Princess Mononoke (1997), Spirited Away (2001), Howl's Moving Castle (2004), Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea (2008), plus a bonus track from Hisaishi's album A Scene by the Sea. Enjoy!
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Episode 304: DVD Verdict 313 - The Friday Filibuster [03/13/09]

March 13,2009
Sickly Dave, Erich, and Mike scenario plan the many dangers Mac is facing on his NYC vacation; plug the new gaming Mecca, Pixel Verdict, the latest bastard child in the Verdict family; provide a 4-min spoiler zone for discussion of 24; Brainstorming the Jack Bauer fragrance for men; Mike feels Watchmen is an effective supplement to the book; Erich gushes over Andy Richter Controls the Universe; Mike is deeply disturbed by The Real Adventures of Jonny Quest; Dave runs downs his latest batch of sucky horror DVDs; choose your own Thunderdome combatants; bad ideas for plush toys; and the horror of a Sesame Street populated by human versions of the Muppets. Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Dave and Mac.
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Episode 303: DVD Verdict 312 - Blast Processing! "No case. No manual. Like new."

March 12,2009
Newcomers Steve and Tim join first-time host Erich and a sickly Dave for an hour of game-related chatter that includes hot-off-the-press impressions of Resident Evil 5, Ninja Blade, and Halo Wars, as well as belated Braid talk and the continuing obsession that is Street Fighter IV. The boys then perform a delayed autopsy on EGM, take on the expanding used game business, and blow their own blog-related trumpets, before winding down with upcoming games they don't think anyone else is excited about. This podcast comes with a 7-day warranty. If you're not totally satisfied, let us know at feedback@pixelverdict.com.
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Episode 302: DVD Verdict 311 - View from the Couch [03/11/09]

March 11,2009
Winter refuses to loosen its grip on Edmonton, leaving our heroes in the deep freeze. But not to fear, The Dixon clan is going to Disneyland; Michelle is writing a novel; Disney gets an official fan club (D23) and greenlights High School Musical 4; Mad Max gets animated; Marmaduke goes big time; Tron 2.0 gets a house band; a pronunciation-challenged review of Slumdog Millionaire; and Flick-swapping Twilight. Email your questions, comments, and suggestions to Kent and Michelle. Be sure to check out ViewFromTheCouch.com.
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Episode 301: DVD Verdict 310 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Leone & Morricone)

March 10,2009
Continuing his exploration of foreign director/composer collaborations, Judge Clark Douglas turns his sights to the Spaghetti Western and magic created by the team of Sergio Leone and Ennio Morricone, featuring selection from A Fistful of Dollars (1964), For a Few Dollars More (1965), The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly (1966), Once Upon a Time in the West (1968), A Fistful of Dynamite [aka Duck, You Sucker] (1971), My Name is Nobody [aka Lonesome Gun] (1973), Once Upon a Time in America (1984), and a bonus track from Malena (2000). Clark also shares his review of Watchmen. Enjoy!
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Episode 300: DVD Verdict 309 - Blast Processing! "Are you man enough to fight with us?"

March 07,2009
We are proud to introduce the first official podcast from our Pixel Verdict team, entitled Blast Processing . Join judges Dave Johnson, Erich Asperschlager, and Adam Arseneau as they spend 55 min covering what's new in the world of gaming. This week: reviews of Street Fighter IV, Street Fighter II HD Remix, Noby Noby Boy, and Killzone 2; deconstructing racism in Resident Evil V; wussing out with fightpads; re-animating Raul Julia's corpse for the new Street Fighter movie; custom music playlists for enhanced gaming; and more. Enjoy!
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Episode 299: DVD Verdict 308 - The Friday Filibuster [03/06/09]

March 06,2009
Dave, Mac, Erich, and Mike fight through technical difficulties to bring you geek love for They Live; reviews of Reaper's Season Two premiere, the 24 2-hour event; upcoming DVD releases for March 10; favorite cinematic bit players; Admiral Ackbar impersonations; obvious breakdowns in movie magic; favorite films or television series that should have their own comic books; and iconic characters you would trade between films. Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Dave and Mac.
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Episode 298: DVD Verdict 307 - View from the Couch [03/04/09]

March 04,2009
Boredom sets in as Kent and Michelle struggle to find topics of conversation. They do manage to touch base on Sam Jackson's mighty Marvel contract, live-action Yogi Bear, remaking The Neverending Story, Drew Barrymore goes behind the camera for Twilight 3, and step inside the Disney Vault for a review of The Black Hole. Email your questions, comments, and suggestions to Kent and Michelle. Be sure to check out ViewFromTheCouch.com.
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Episode 297: DVD Verdict 306 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Fellini & Rota)

March 03,2009
It's back to the world of director/composer collaborations, as Judge Clark Douglas focuses this week's show on the lifelong partnership between Federico Fellini and Nino Rota, featuring selections from Nights of Cabiria (1957), La Dolce Vita (1960), 8 1/2 (1963), Juliet of the Spirits (1965), Fellini Satyricon (1969), The Clowns (1970), Roma (1972), Amarcord (1973), and a bonus track from La Strada (1954). Clark also shares his review of The Echelon Conspiracy. Enjoy!
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Episode 296: DVD Verdict 305 - The Friday Filibuster [02/27/09]

February 27,2009
Dave, Erich, and Mac dive into yet another week's worth of entertainment madness -- Loathing the Oscars, 24 invades the White House, it's a love-fest for Street Fighter IV, gearing up expectations for 4-hour director's cut of The Watchmen, Ron Howard teases filming of the Arrested Development film, the darkness within Friday the 13th: The Series, whoring around with My Two Dads, messages from the future, Doctor Who's celibacy, Zack Synder's Boggle!, and bargain hunting in the '60s.
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Episode 295: DVD Verdict 304 - View from the Couch [02/25/09]

February 25,2009
Head colds fail to deter Kent and Michelle from debriefing the 2009 Oscars, crying foul as Zac Efron circles the role of Jonny Quest, Star Trek beams onto Blu-ray, Linda Hamilton lending her voice to T4, and Michelle straps herself to the grille of Stephen King's Christine. Email your questions, comments, and suggestions to Kent and Michelle. Once a week not enough? Then be sure to check out ViewFromTheCouch.com.
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Episode 294: DVD Verdict 303 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (New and Recent Releases)

February 24,2009
Judge Clark Douglas focuses this episode on new and recent film and television score releases, featuring selections from Last Chance Harvey, Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles, Coraline, The International, The Unborn, The Univited, and The Pink Panther (1964). Clark also shares his review of Steve Martin in The Pink Panther 2. Enjoy!
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Episode 293: DVD Verdict 302 - The Friday Filibuster [02/20/09]

February 20,2009
Dave and Mac welcome in Judge Mike Rubino to talk Street Fighter IV and Grand Theft Auto's expansion pack; reviews of Coraline, Let the Right One In, and the mini-series XIII: The Conspiracy; digesting the latest info dump that is Battlestar Galactica; catching up on The Unit; previewing the DVD reviews of Sex Drive, Cyclops, and Feast III; a look at upcoming DVD releases for Feb 24; conceptualizing House and Witness the Saturday morning animated series; and brainstorming sporting events that cinematic terrorists could invade. Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Dave and Mac.
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Episode 292: DVD Verdict 301 - View from the Couch [02/18/09]

February 18,2009
Kent and Michelle survive Friday the 13th with only a minor fender bender, still fully able to review Season Four of Meerkat Manor, pondering Alvin and the Chipmunks the Squeek-quel, 140 mins worth of Transformers 2, Matrix-ing a reboot of the Superman franchise, Flick-Swapping The Secret Life of Bees, and a call for your post-Oscars commentary. Enjoy! Email your questions, comments, and suggestions to Kent and Michelle. Once a week not enough? Then be sure to check out ViewFromTheCouch.com.
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Episode 291: DVD Verdict 300 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Best Film Scores of 2008, Part Four)

February 17,2009
Judge Clark Douglas' countdown of 2008's Best Film Scores rolls on... Synecdoche, New York (5), The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (4), Standard Operating Procedure (3), The Reader (2), The Boy in the Striped Pajamas (1), and a bonus track from Appaloosa ...alongside his review of Clive Owen and Naomi Watts in The International, and a rundown of the 11 Best Films of 2008. Enjoy!
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Episode 290: DVD Verdict 299 - The Friday Filibuster [02/13/09]

February 13,2009
Dave, Michael, and Erich go toe-to-toe with Jack Bauer, pull the covers off Steven Spielberg's affair with Mickey Mouse, explore the potential of Sony PS3's new video game/Blu-ray combo format, whatever happened to Mike Judge, inappropriate crushes on Angela Lansbury, terrible subjects for PBS documentaries, anti-climactic fight scenes, TV series you discovered embarrassingly late, and piloting a new Verdict show "Pullquote Match Game." Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Dave and Mac.
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Episode 289: DVD Verdict 298 - View from the Couch [02/11/09]

February 11,2009
Kent is a big fat dirty liar! Excuses, excuses, excuses, frontload this week's adventure, which also includes unwelcome Valentine's Day pressure, Kent's brush with Jerry Springer, Christian Bale's on-air apology, a new animated Santa trilogy, Warner Bros. tries to turn Batman into James Bond, Kent loses The Black Hole only to wind up with Michael Crawford in the eternally painful Condorman, and cinematic recommendations for lovers. Email your questions, comments, and suggestions to Kent and Michelle. Once a week not enough? Then be sure to check out ViewFromTheCouch.com.
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Episode 288: DVD Verdict 297 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Best Film Scores of 2008, Part Three)

February 10,2009
Judge Clark Douglas' countdown of 2008's Best Film Scores rolls on... Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (10), Wanted (9), Frost/Nixon (8), Pane E Liberta (7), In Bruges (6), and a bonus track from Fireflies in the Garden ...alongside his review of Henry Selick and Neil Gaiman's highly anticipated Coraline. Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Clark.
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Episode 287: DVD Verdict 296 - The Friday Filibuster [02/06/09]

February 06,2009
Join Dave, Erich, and Mac as they kill 45 minutes worth of brain cells. A new, innovative feature gets introduced this week: "The 2-minute Spoiler Warning," giving you a chance to fast forward so as not to ruin any films or television episode you have not yet seen. Topics of conversation include Mac and Dave's review of Taken; Erich catching up on Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant's series Extras; breaking down the latest episodes of Lost and Battlestar Galactica; looking forward to the release of Street Fight IV and Resident Evil V; looking back at Star Wars: The Force Unleashed; reviewing 100 hours of The Powerpuff Girls, bad '80s sfx-driven Tales from the Dark Side, and defending The Rocker; lousy source material to movie translations; Erich spills the beans on his franchise film project; favorite mad scientists; and a sleazy golden nugget that may not be safe for work. Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Dave and Mac.
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Episode 286: DVD Verdict 295 - View from the Couch [02/04/09]

February 04,2009
Not so live from Edmonton, Alberta, it's Kent and Michelle. "Yeeeeaaaaaah!" This week: Ballsack Billy divines spring. Your chance to guest on The Couch is near. Christian Bale is batsh*t crazy. One hour's worth of Canadian Polar Bear education. Stan Lee gets sued by his own company. Narnia given new life. Analyzing the Super Bowl media dump. Kent finally gets around to watching Juno. Prepping for the upcoming LIVE show. Email your questions, comments, and suggestions to Kent and Michelle. Once a week not enough? Then be sure to check out ViewFromTheCouch.com.
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Episode 285: DVD Verdict 294 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Best Film Scores of 2008, Part Two)

February 03,2009
Clark's countdown of the Best Film Scores for 2008 continues with... The Happening (15), The Other Boleyn Girl (14), Let the Right One In (13), Hayao Miyazaki's Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea (12), WALL-E (11), and a bonus track from The Dark Knight ...alongside his review of Liam Neeson in Taken. Enjoy!
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Episode 284: DVD Verdict 293 - The Friday Filibuster [01/30/09]

January 30,2009
Dave and Mac return to the island of Lost and find themselves understandably confused. Dr. House becomes a "super-jackass." Battlestar Galactica barrels towards mutiny, as Adama pounds the Viagra. A preview of Liam Neeson in Taken, a film that played Europe and Asia more than a year ago. Mac teases his DVD review for City of Ember. Dave digs the slick thriller known as Amusement. The premiere DVD release for February is Krav Maga: Personal Protection. Bad guys love to ski. Favorite Emilio Estevez performances. Films and TV shows even better when transplanted into space. The best of Man vs. Beast. Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Dave and Mac.
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Episode 283: DVD Verdict 292 - View from the Couch [01/28/09]

January 28,2009
Kidney stones the size of a coconut and ball-stealing Coonhounds bookend this week's half hour of bizarre audio entertainment. Madagascar 2 flops onto DVD and Blu-ray, just as the penguins sign on for a Nickelodeon series. Oscar nominations rundown. An enthusiastic review for Disney's Walt: The Man Behind the Myth. Michelle FlickSwaps pre-insane Mel Gibson in The Road Warrior. And Kent sweats out the final days of his 30s. Feel free to send your condolences. Email your questions, comments, and suggestions to Kent and Michelle. Once a week not enough? Then be sure to check out ViewFromTheCouch.com.
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Episode 282: The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Best Film Scores of 2008, Part One)

January 27,2009
This week begins Clark's countdown of the Top 20 films scores for 2008. And the winners are... Hancock (20), The Spiderwick Chronicles (19), Speed Racer (18), Hellboy II: The Golden Army (17), The Spirit (16), and a bonus track from The Incredible Hulk. Clark also ticks off his 10 Worst Films of 2008, and provides a new review for Sam Mendes' Revolutionary Road. Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Clark.
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Episode 281: DVD Verdict 290 - The Friday Filibuster [01/23/09]

January 23,2009
Dave, Mac, and Erich join forces to discuss the (spoiler free) season premiere of Lost, the spoiler-challenged premiere of Battlestar Galactica complete with Dave's recent interview with showrunner Ron Moore, the new season of 24, Mac's review of Kyle XY: Season 2, Dave's reviews of Max Payne and a Japanese bear attack flick, and such memory jarring subjects as time travel gone awry, scenes with lava where the character should have died, and films or shows that would make lousy video games.
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Episode 280: DVD Verdict 289 - View from the Couch [01/21/09]

January 21,2009
Welcome to Podcast Island! Kent and Michelle do their show on Segways this week, as they discuss Kevin James' Mall Cop and Chris Nolan's thought on Heath Ledger, review Animal Planet's new DVD Arctic Exposure, open the Disney vault on Bette Davis in The Watcher in the Woods, and eulogize dearly departed actors Ricardo Montalban and Patrick Macnee... [Editor: Uh, guys...] Yeah? [Patrick Macnee is still very much alive.] Really? [Yeah. I think you mean Patrick McGoohan.] Oh... I guess it would be inappropriate to say all those classic British actors look alike, eh? [Yeah.] Then we'll just say "Enjoy!", as we pull out foot out of our mouth. [Good idea.]
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Episode 279: DVD Verdict 288 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (21st Century)

January 20,2009
The journey through the decades comes to a close, as Judge Clark Douglas returns to the present day, featuring soundtrack selections from Couching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (2000), The Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Ring (2001), 25th Hour (2002), The Matrix: Revolutions (2003), The Incredibles (2004), Crash (2005), Pan's Labyrinth (2006), There Will Be Blood (2007), Milk (2008), and a bonus track from Gladiator (2000). Clark also shares his review of Last Chance Harvey, and the recently announced nominations for the 2008 International Film Music Critics awards. Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Clark.
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Episode 278: DVD Verdict 287 - The Friday Filibuster [01/16/09]

January 16,2009
With Mac away, Michael and Erich drag Dave into the depths of depravity, exploring such topics as suicidal goldfish, boyhood crushes, and porn, but redeem themselves with reviews of the 24 Season Premiere and the BBC's Skins, the death of Prison Break, preview new seasons of Lost and Battlestar Galactica, and favorite mind-frakkin' TV moments. Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Dave and Mac.
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Episode 277: DVD Verdict 103 - View from the Couch (Halloween 2007)

October 31,2007
It's a spootacular half hour, as Kent and Michelle review Poltergeist, recall favorite memories of Halloween past, take a trip into Michelle's sordid romantic past, share Kent's love of Disney's The Legend of Sleepy Hollow and Michelle hatred's of It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown, and processing through emotional scars from childhood scary movies. Email your questions, comments, and suggestions to Kent and Michelle. And be sure to check out their new site at ViewFromTheCouch.com.
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Episode 276: DVD Verdict 286 - View from the Couch [01/14/09]

January 14,2009
After discovering the existence of two lost Couch episodes, Kent and Michelle push forward once more unto the breach, to unlock the mystery of Elephant Tales, flick swap The Spiderwick Chronicles, set Terminators against Iron Man villains, and call out losers with truck testicles. Email your questions, comments, and suggestions to Kent and Michelle. And be sure to check out their new site at ViewFromTheCouch.com.
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Episode 275: DVD Verdict 285 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (The 1990s)

January 13,2009
Judge Clark Douglas' musical time machine tumbles its way into the Clinton era, exploring film scores of the 1990's, with selections from Joe versus the Volcano (1990), Backdraft (1991), Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992), Schindler's List (1993), Legends of the Fall (1994), Crimson Tide (1995), The English Patient (1996), L.A. Confidential (1997), Armageddon (1998), American Beauty (1999), and a bonus track from The Legend of 1900 (1998). Clark also shares his review of Gran Torino. Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Clark.
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Episode 274: DVD Verdict 284 - The Friday Filibuster [01/09/09]

January 09,2009
Ring in the new year with Dave, Mac, and Erich, as they discuss what Santa brought them, teasing out the winter television season, rubbing salt in the wounds of Pushing Daisies fans, reviewing Superhero Movie and Eagle Eye on Blu-ray, memorable robot death scenes, one-handed shotgun madness, and much more. Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Dave and Mac.
Listen to Episode 274

Episode 273: DVD Verdict 283 - View from the Couch [01/07/09]

January 07,2009
Still riding that New Year's buzz, Kent and Michelle revel in 2008 box office blockbusters, mourn the potential death of Narnia, get animated with Jerry Lewis and the old school Nutty Professor, and FlickSwap Clash of the Titans. Email your questions, comments, and suggestions to Kent and Michelle. And be sure to check out their new site at ViewFromTheCouch.com.
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Episode 272: DVD Verdict 282 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (The 1980s)

January 06,2009
Armed with parachute pants and an arm full of Swatches, Judge Clark Douglas bravely enters the 1980s in this week's exploration of film scores throughout the decades. Relish selections from The Blue Lagoon (1980), Chariots of Fire (1981), E.T. (1982), The Right Stuff (1983), Gremlins (1984), Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters (1985), The Mission (1986), The Untouchables (1987), Midnight Run (1988), Driving Miss Daisy (1989), and a bonus cut from The Witches of Eastwick (1987). Clark also shares his glowing reviews for Frost/Nixon, and The Reader. Enjoy!
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Episode 271: DVD Verdict 281 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (The 1970s)

December 31,2008
Judge Clark Douglas continues his exploration of soundtracks through the decades, by focusing on the polyester and velour sheathed films of the 1970s, featuring selections from Airport (1970), The French Connection (1971), The Godfather (1972), Enter the Dragon (1973), Chinatown (1974), Bite the Bullet (1975), Taxi Driver (1976), Star Wars (1977), Days of Heaven (1978), Star Trek: The Motion Picture (1979), and a bonus track from The Fury (1978). He also includes reviews for The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, Doubt, and The Spirit. Enjoy!
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Episode 270: DVD Verdict 280 - The 2008 Buster Awards

December 30,2008
The Friday Filibuster team is proud to present the second annual Busters, honoring excellence in the most unique film, television, DVD, and Blu-ray categories for 2008. Inspired by the genius of Arrested Development's Byron "Buster" Bluth, Dave and Mac pay homage to such creative innovations as Best Hair, Best Performance by a Sandwich in a Supporting Role, Biggest WTF Moment, Best Awwwww Moment, Cheesiest Moment, Best/Worst Death Scene, Best/Worst Villain, Best/Worst Hero, Best Under the Radar DVD, The DVD that Hated You the Most, Favorite DVD, The TV Show that Hated You the Most, Favorite TV Show, The Film that Hated You the Most, and Favorite Film. Congratulations to all the winners!
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Episode 269: DVD Verdict 279 - View from the Couch [12/24/08]

December 24,2008
Kent and Michelle settle in for a short winter's nap, with their final episode for 2008. Christmas is here, as they explore the history of stop-motion holiday specials, share special discount codes for shopping couch potatoes, highlight modern Christmas film classics, and are paid yet another visit from Santa himself. Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Kent and Michelle.
Listen to Episode 269

Episode 268: DVD Verdict 278 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (New and Recent Releases)

December 23,2008
It's a new and recent release week, as Clark highlights selections from Frost/Nixon, Let the Right One In, Changeling, Bolt, The President's Lady, Report to the Commissioner, Batman: The Animated Series, and Tinker Bell. Not to worry, Clark's exploration of film music throughout the decades will return after the holidays. Enjoy!
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Episode 267: DVD Verdict 277 - Candy Cane Drive Thru

December 22,2008
When the winter day's done, the seasonal fun has just begun at the sweetestvplace in town: The Candy Cane Drive Thru! Celebrate the season that 'tis with a sampler of holiday goodies: a Drive Thru gift exchange sends Pete on a long strange trip; Morris Barloff narrates a disturbing mash-up of holiday classics; a mall Santa grants a young girl's Christmas wish; Principal Prosser visits a sick student during holiday break; and Carl's secret Santa teaches him a valuable lesson about judging people. "Candy Cane Drive Thru" is a sketch comedy podcast written and performed by Erich Asperschlager and Dave Johnson, with special appearances by Michael Stailey and Carey Johnson. Comments? Email us: feedback@candybardrivethru.com Merry Christmas!
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Episode 266: DVD Verdict 276 - The Friday Filibuster [12/19/08]

December 19,2008
In what may turn out to be the last Filibuster of 2008, Dave and Mac cram in as much content as possible: Northeast power outage, obligatory Prison Break update, The Wrestler review, backstory on The Watchmen, understanding Marvel Comics' Secret Invasion, failed television prequels, favorite eye patch wearing characters, lame action figures, and movies that should never ever be remade. Happy Holidays! Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Dave and Mac.
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Episode 265: DVD Verdict 275 - View from the Couch [12/17/08]

December 17,2008
Christmas comes to Edmonton, as Kent and Michelle tick off a list of must-see holiday films and television specials, review Mickey's Twice Upon a Christmas, offer up gift suggestions for the entertainment junkie on your list, and receive a special visit from K. Kringle. Email your questions, comments, and suggestions to Kent and Michelle.
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Episode 264: DVD Verdict 274 - Sounds and Sights of Cinema (The 1960s)

December 16,2008
Clark continues his time traveling film score adventures, as we visit the 1960s with selections from La Dolce Vita (1960), Breakfast at Tiffany's (1961), Lawrence of Arabia (1962), Jason and the Argonauts (1963), A Fistful of Dollars (1964), A Patch of Blue (1965), Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? (1966), Casino Royale (1967), Romeo and Juliet (1968), Midnight Cowboy (1969), and a bonus track from In Like Flint (1967). He closes out the show with a review of Keanu Reeves in the remake of The Day the Earth Stood Still. Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Clark.
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Episode 263: DVD Verdict 273 - Forward Down Forward High Punch [12/13/08]

December 13,2008
Dave, Erich, and Adam once again their video gaming prowess by arming you with a wide array of gift giving ideas for the gamer in your life. Enjoy!
Listen to Episode 263

Episode 262: DVD Verdict 272 - The Friday Filibuster [12/12/08]

December 12,2008
Dave, Mac, Erich, and Michael join forces to bring you a jumbo sized show, disseminating such topics as the pros and cons of The Dark Knight on DVD and Blu-ray, the future of comic book films, the state of NBC's The Office, the best show you're not watching is ABC's Life on Mars, animals operating machinery, confessions that diminish your geek cred, obscure Christmas films, and characters with crazy tattoos. Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Dave and Mac.
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Episode 261: DVD Verdict 271 - View from the Couch [12/10/08]

December 10,2008
Winter descends upon Edmonton, as Kent and Michelle provide a family illness update, tease the forthcoming VFTC website, and bury Kirk Douglas before his time. In Couch Entertainment News, Dan Curtis' Dark Shadows is creeping its way to the big screen, Russell Brand inherits Dudley Moore's schtick, and DC Comics' Fables comes to television. They wrap up the episode by opening the Disney Vault on The Apple Dumpling Gang. Email your questions, comments, and suggestions to Kent and Michelle.
Listen to Episode 261

Episode 260: DVD Verdict 270 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (The 1950s)

December 09,2008
This first in a series, Clark revs up his time machine for a trip back to the 1950s, where he highlights one film score from each year of the decade. This soundscape includes selections from Sunset Blvd. (1950), A Streetcar Named Desire (1951), High Noon (1952), The Robe (1953), On the Waterfront (1954), The Man with the Golden Arm (1955), Around the World in 80 Days (1956), Peyton Place (1957), Vertigo (1958), and Ben Hur (1959). Clark also shares his review of the new music industry biopic Cadillac Records, and closes out with a track from the original The Day the Earth Stood Still (1951). Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Clark.
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Episode 259: DVD Verdict 269 - The Friday Filibuster [12/05/08]

December 05,2008
Mac is back, as our dynamic duo talk about what they want for Christmas, the requisite Prison Break and House updates, in-depth reviews of The Dark Knight (Blu-ray) and The X-Files: I Want to Believe (Ultimate X-Phile Edition), memorable meals on film, Batman versus ..., and talking robots that need to shut their traps. Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Dave and Mac.
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Episode 258: DVD Verdict 268 - View from the Couch [12/03/08]

December 03,2008
Global Warming fears overwhelm Kent and Michelle, as they ponder Christmas cat pee, Economics 101 for Canadians, celebrity birthdays, Narnia budget cuts, Justice League shakeups, and Flick Swapping The Incredible Hulk... or so says Robert Downey Jr. Email your questions, comments, and suggestions to Kent and Michelle.
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Episode 257: DVD Verdict 267 - Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Philip Seymour Hoffman)

December 02,2008
To complement his review of Synecdoche, New York, Judge Clark Douglas explores music from the films of actor Philip Seymour Hoffman, with selections from Scent of a Woman (1992), Magnolia (1999), The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999), State and Main (2000), Red Dragon (2002), Cold Mountain (2003), Capote (2005), Mission: Impossible: III (2006), and Synecdoche, New York. Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Clark.
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Episode 256: DVD Verdict 266 - The Black Friday Filibuster [11/28/08]

November 28,2008
Dave and Michael (sitting in for Mac) discuss the economy's impact on Black Friday, are people giving Blu-ray for Christmas, holiday gift ideas, the disappointing X-Files: I Want to Believe, upcoming releases for December 2, and what they're truly thankful for.
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Episode 255: DVD Verdict 265 - View from the Couch [11/26/2008]

November 26,2008
Sing-along with Kent and Michelle as Thanksgiving wishes highlight a week filled with meteor strikes, celebrity birthdays, flick-swapping James and the Giant Peach, and examining Stardust.
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Episode 254: DVD Verdict 264 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Let's Get Animated)

November 25,2008
Judge Clark Douglas gets animated Judge Clark Douglas gets animated with a selection of great score tracks from modern and classic animated films, like Pinocchio, Madagascar, Who Framed Roger Rabbit?, Chicken Run, The Land Before Time, Monsters, Inc., The Secret of Nimh, Meet the Robinsons, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Surf's Up, and Happy Feet, as well as his review of Disney's Bolt.
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Episode 253: DVD Verdict 263 - The Friday Filibuster [11/21/08]

November 21,2008
Michael sits in for Mac this week, as he and Dave talk revamped Star Trek, blurring the line between movies and gaming, Dave's review of Quantum of Solace, Hollywood's bizarre interpretation of the CIA, Twilight arrives, lamest Star Trek villain, movies you found yourself far too wrapped up in, least convincing scientists, and most disturbing Christmas specials. Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Dave and Mac.
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Episode 252: DVD Verdict 262 - View from the Couch [11/19/08]

November 19,2008
As the Dixon's await the arrival of Canadian winter, they pass the time by discussing the Wayans brothers' cinematic revamp of The Munsters, the future of vampire and zombie movies, and the 2008 Academy Awards, while reviewing the disappointingly flat Madagascar 2, and cracking open the Disney vault on the non-witches of Return to Witch Mountain. Email your questions, comments, and suggestions to Kent and Michelle.
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Episode 251: DVD Verdict 261 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (The Spies Have It)

November 18,2008
With Bond back in action, the spies have it this week, as Clark features music from The Bourne Supremacy, Mission: Impossible: III, JJ Abrams' series Alias, Enemy of the State, Spy Game, The Tailor of Panama, Casino Royale, On Her Majesty's Secret Service, Austin Powers, Johnny English, and The Ipcress Files. And to top it all off, Clark share his review of Quantum of Solace. Enjoy!
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Episode 250: DVD Verdict 260 - The Friday Filibuster [11/14/08]

November 14,2008
While Dave drools over an unplayed copy of Gears of War 2, Mac reviews the latest issues of Garth Ennis' comic The Boys. Meanwhile, the boys compare notes on the latest Prison Break hijinks, House conundrums, and a pre-release review of 24: Redemption -- "just what the series needed, after a horrible Season Six." Just in time for the holidays, Mac takes on Fred Claus, while Dave tackles Noelle, Thomas Kinkade's Christmas Cottage, The Note, and Yo-Yo Sexy Girl Cop. Duck and cover for bad-looking explosions, inadvisable role models, valuable life lessons learned from The Goonies, and a special guest star reveals the darkest, most disturbing truths of the universe. Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Dave and Mac.
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Episode 249: DVD Verdict 259 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Forgotten Bernstein)

November 13,2008
Join Judge Clark Douglas as he digs deep into the vaults to explore some of the exceptional but often overlooked scores of composer Elmer Bernstein; including selections from Some Came Running (1958), The Comancheros (1961), Summer and Smoke (1961), The Great Escape (1963), The Bridge at Remagen (1969), McQ (1974), Marie Ward (1985), The Three Amigos (1986), Rambling Rose (1991), Hoodlum (1997), Keeping the Faith (2000). He also pitches in reviews for the new films Role Models and Soul Men. Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Clark.
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Episode 248: DVD Verdict 258 - View from the Couch [11/12/08]

November 12,2008
Brent and Rochelle honor military personnel around the world, as they usher in yet another week of entertainment banter from the wilds of Canadia. This week: Protecting Barack Obama; no new reviews; Couch Entertainment updates on The Lone Ranger, Pirates 4, Captain America, The Smurfs; remembering Michael Crichton; animating The Wizard of Oz; Jack Black takes on Gulliver's Travels; Flick Swapping Exodus... not quite all the way through. Email your questions, comments, and suggestions to Kent and Michelle.
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Episode 247: DVD Verdict 257 - Forward Down Forward High Punch [11/10/08]

November 11,2008
Judges Dave Johnson, Erich Asperschlager, and Adam Arseneau return for another action packed adventure into the depths of video gaming. Pity Adam as he gets sucked even deeper into the World of Warcraft. Dave is enchanted by realm of Fable. Erich tries to calculate the value of cover price vs. hours of gaming played. The format battle rages into the holidays. And toughest final boss fights in gaming memory. Enjoy!
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Episode 246: DVD Verdict 256 - The Friday Filibuster [11/07/08]

November 07,2008
Dave and Mac welcome in Chief Justice Michael Stailey to discuss such weighty world matters as the dreaded Xbox "red ring of death"; covering Halloween in Salem, MA and Orlando, FL; the bizarre world of The Rug Cop and Executive Koala; breaking news on Reaper Season Two; death visits Prison Break; riding the wave of Supernatural; the long awaited arrival of Dr. Syn; life under President Mal Reynolds vs. President Jack Bauer; favorite man vs. dog moments; Harlan Ellison's on the phone; the floating vampire boy from Salem's Lot; and so much more. Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Dave and Mac.
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Episode 245: DVD Verdict 255 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (New and Recent Releases)

November 06,2008
It's Clark's "New and Recent Release" show, featuring selections from soundtracks and film scores that have just begun appearing on store shelves. Highlights include Quantum of Solace, Eagle Eye, Igor, Appaloosa, The Express, The Boys from Brazil, Boy on a Dolphin, Anna Lucasta, Species, Something the Lord Made, and The Traveling Executioner. He wraps up the show with a review of Angelina Jolie in Clint Eastwood's The Changeling. Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Clark.
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Episode 244: DVD Verdict 254 - View from the Couch [11/05/08]

November 05,2008
On the heels of a historic American election, Kent and Michelle pass along their congratulations to President-elect Barack Obama and his campaign staff. And to their U.S. listeners, "we hope the change and decisive leadership you need happens quickly." That being said, The Couch marches on, with entertainment news on Marvel, Batman, and Harry Potter; Michelle Flick Swaps Blades of Glory; and together they face the challenge of reviewing Pinky Dinky Doo. Email your questions, comments, and suggestions to Kent and Michelle.
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Episode 243: DVD Verdict 253 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (The Presidents)

November 04,2008
Judge Clark Douglas steps in to temper election day madness with his musical tribute to The Presidents both real and fictional. Score selections from Air Force One, Dave, Bulworth, Nixon, Mars Attacks, and more are spotlighted, alongside his reviews of W. and Pride and Glory. Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Clark.
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Episode 242: DVD Verdict 252 - The Friday Filibuster Halloween Special

October 31,2008
Dave and Mac celebrate the arrival of the holiday with The Friday Filibuster Special Halloween Special. From memorable holiday costumes and Karloff vs. Lugosi, to examining the best and worst hybrids of alien/horror, action/horror, comedy/horror, exploding sheep/goats/cows, total mind-fraks, and much more! Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Dave and Mac.
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Episode 241: DVD Verdict 251 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Halloween)

October 30,2008
Judge Clark Douglas provides you the perfect Hallow's Eve soundtrack with musical selections from Damien: Omen II, Candyman, The Fog, and more. Enjoy!
Listen to Episode 241

Episode 240: DVD Verdict 250 - View from the Couch Halloween Special [10/29/08]

October 29,2008
Kent and Michelle are six feet under with their second annual Halloween special, as they explore the history of Halloween around the world, get holiday movie recommendations, and recall pop culture memories of tricks and treats past. Boo! Email your questions, comments, and suggestions to Kent and Michelle.
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Episode 239: DVD Verdict 249 - View from the Couch [10/22/08]

October 22,2008
A beaten and broken Kent leans on flu-recovering Michelle as they stumble their way through a review of Growing Up Wilderness, distractions from unruly demon dogs, bracing for another Saw film, the death of He-Man, initial reaction to Quantum of Solace, battling nose, ear, and back hair, and preparing for next week's Halloween special. Email your questions, comments, and suggestions to Kent and Michelle.
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Episode 238: DVD Verdict 248 - The Friday Filibuster [10/17/08]

October 17,2008
As Dave recovers from a whirlwind trip to NYC and a matinee performance of The Lion King on Broadway, they boys catch up with reviews for recent episodes of House, Ben 10, Fringe; Blu-ray reviews for The Incredible Hulk, The Happening, and Rob Zombie's Halloween; and exploring such geek-driven topics as messiest births, messiest deaths, and vehicles you'd like to drive. Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Dave and Mac.
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Episode 237: DVD Verdict 247 - View from the Couch [10/16/08]

October 16,2008
Kent and Michelle love Halloween. You wanna know how much Kent and Michelle love Halloween? Tune in and find out, as this Tae Kwan Do-adrenalized show ventures into such belt testing topics as trash talking dog breeds; fond remembrances of Hooked on Classics; reviewing 3-2-1 Penguins: Save the Planet; movie updates for Iron Man, Batman, Superman, Green Lantern, Lethal Weapon, and Pirates of the Caribbean (the new trilogy?!); ABC re-envisions NBC's V; Pete's Dragon flies out of The Disney Vault; and a wealth of general domestic disharmony. Email your questions, comments, and suggestions to Kent and Michelle.
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Episode 236: DVD Verdict 246 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Paul Newman)

October 15,2008
Judge Clark Douglas pays tribute to the late Paul Newman with musical selections from some of his greatest films. He also reviews Ridley Scott's latest film Body of Lies. Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Clark.
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Episode 235: DVD Verdict 245 - Candy Bar Drive Thru, Episode 6: Nazi Gold

October 13,2008
When the school day's done, the fun has just begun at the sweetest place in town -- the Candy Bar Drive Thru! As our first season comes to an end, we bid farewell to the Drive Thru with a quartet of thrilling tales about hidden treasure, a vocational mix-up, the smartest guy we know, and Homecoming with the Funky Hunks of Hot Chicks High. Candy Bar Drive Thru, Episode 6: Nazi Gold was written and performed by Erich Asperschlager and Dave Johnson, with a special appearance by Michael Stailey. For more information, or to subscribe to the show, visit us at: candybardrivethru.com Comments? Email us: feedback@candybardrivethru.com
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Episode 234: DVD Verdict 244 - Forward Down Forward High Punch (Premiere)

October 11,2008
A brand new home entertainment podcast focusing on the world of video gaming, from the legal team David Johnson, Erich Asperschlager, and Adam Arseneau. This is the first in our new Weekend Recess lineup, giving us the opportunity to present new material that falls just outside the film, television, and DVD realm. The premiere episode finds our heroes focusing on the power of Nintendo's Wii and its apparent domination of the current gaming market. Enjoy!
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Episode 233: DVD Verdict 243 - The Friday Filibuster [10/10/08]

October 10,2008
Dave and Mac welcome in Erich and Michael for some topical conversation on death of print media's coverage of home entertainment and the evolution of Blu-ray. But this is The Friday Filibuster and insightful journalism eventually succumbs to juvenile banality, with such riveting topics as testicle bashing, Punky Brewster strung out on uppers-coke-heroin, detoxing '80s sitcom memories, who would win in a drinking contest between Counselor Troi and Marion Ravenwood, and much more geek disturbing imagery.
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Episode 232: DVD Verdict 242 - View from the Couch [10/09/08]

October 09,2008
In a special vim and vigor episode, Kent and Michelle investigate White House Pets, Fall TV ratings thus far, a new take on Sherlock Holmes, Indiana Jones V (really?), Flick Swapping 30 Days of Night, ranting on vampire films, and exorcising Miss Piggy from your chi. Email your questions, comments, and suggestions to Kent and Michelle.
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Episode 231: DVD Verdict 241 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Michael Crichton)

October 07,2008
Judge Clark Douglas continues his musical exploration of authors whose work has made the jump to film. This week, Michael Crichton steps into the spotlight, followed by reviews of Appaloosa, Blindness, and How to Lose Friends and Alienate People. Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Clark.
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Episode 230: DVD Verdict 240 - Candy Bar Drive Thru, Episode 5: Letters from Martha

October 06,2008
This week's vaguely disturbing episode includes: a masculine girlfriend, letters home from the American Revolution, a truly awful smell, and some unique funeral options. Candy Bar Drive Thru, Episode 5: Letters to Martha is a sketch comedy podcast written and performed by Erich Asperschlager and Dave Johnson. For more information, or to subscribe to the show, visit us at candybardrivethru.com Comments? Email us: feedback@candybardrivethru.com
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Episode 229: DVD Verdict 239 - The Friday Filibuster [10/03/01]

October 03,2008
Dave and Mac are up to their (un)usual shenanigans: Reviews of Trailer Park of Terror and Friday the 13th: The Series, conveyances that hover, that fat kid from The Big Green and his vampiric destiny, the erotic joys of being handcuffed to AC Slater during Christmas, and more! Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Dave and Mac
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Episode 228: DVD Verdict 238 - View from the Couch [10/01/08]

October 01,2008
Another week, another wild Canadian adventure. Kent and Michelle share way too much information about their respective feet. Michelle confronts with cat pee. Remembering the late Paul Newman, Flick Swapping Prince Caspian, superhero-infused Couch Entertainment News, pleading for contest entries, and much more. Email your questions, comments, and suggestions to Kent and Michelle.
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Episode 227: DVD Verdict 237 - Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Stephen King)

September 30,2008
Judge Clark Douglas continues his book-to-film series, spotlighting music from the movies of author Stephen King, plus a review of Spike Lee's Miracle at St. Anna.
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Episode 226: DVD Verdict 235 - Candy Bar Drive Thru, Episode 4: Vok gonGrog

September 29,2008
When the school day's done, the fun has just begun at the sweetest place in town -- the Candy Bar Drive Thru! This week, four thrilling tales from the Drive Thru: Joe and Horace come up with a dangerous way to pass the time, two friends do whatever it takes to get to a concert, a rookie teacher learns a lesson in discipline, and Chris runs over a deer. Candy Bar Drive Thru, Episode 4: Vok gonGrog was written and performed by Erich Asperschlager and Dave Johnson, with a special appearance by Michael Stailey. For more information, or to subscribe to the show, visit us at: candybardrivethru.com Comments? Email us: feedback@candybardrivethru.com
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Episode 225: DVD Verdict 234 - The Friday Filibuster [09/26/08]

September 26,2008
The New England weather change has gifted Dave with a hack-a-palooza and premature show-jaculation, but healthy as a horse Mac picks up the slack with a review of the Coen Brothers' Burn After Reading and the PS2's Thrillville. Dave's excitement waxes for the more lowbrow Eagle Eye, Xbox 360's Rock Band 2 and Pure. Sneak previews of their reviews for NBC's Medium: Season Four and the Asian action flick The Rebel, starring 21 Jump Street's Dustin Nguyen. And what episode would be complete with ambush topics like giant snakes, chainsaws, worst sci-fi film vacation destinations, and more. Email your comments, questions, or suggestions to Dave and Mac.
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Episode 224: DVD Verdict 233 - Cybill Shepherd Interview

September 25,2008
Chief Justice Michael Stailey gets the rare opportunity to sit down with Cybill Shepherd to discuss the release of Cybill: Volume 1, Moonlighting, overcoming personal and professional odds, and not only persevering but thriving in a profession that doesn't care much for women over the age of 50. (32 min)
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Episode 223: DVD Verdict 232 - View from the Couch [09/24/08]

September 24,2008
Welcome to the world of Tae-Kwan Don't. Broken toes only serve to liven up the festivities as Kent and Michelle gather nuts for the coming Canadian winter; further explore the mystery of Jack the Rippper; cower at the thought of a film based on Disney's Tomorrowland; pick at Hillary Swank's recently discovered growth; watch Viggo Mortensen run over Gary Coleman on his way back to Middle Earth; and call upon Subtitutiary Locomotion to open the Disney Vault for Bedknobs and Broomsticks. Email your questions, comments, and suggestions to Kent and Michelle.
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Episode 222: DVD Verdict 231 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Tom Clancy)

September 23,2008
Join Judge Clark Douglas returns with the first in a multi-episode series exploring the music from film adaptations of popular novelists. This week, author Tom Clancy gets the spotlight, with score selections from The Hunt for Red October, Patriot Games, Clear and Present Danger, The Sum of All Fears. And we cap of the hour with a trio of new theatrical reviews for Lakeview Terrace, Igor, and Ghost Town. Enjoy!
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Episode 221: DVD Verdict 230 - Candy Bar Drive Thru, Episode 3: Ace's Party

September 22,2008
When the school day's done, the fun has just begun at the sweetest place in town -- the Candy Bar Drive Thru! This week at the Drive Thru, a trio of tasty treats: Gail gives Brad some bad news, a high school principal is hired, and a young couple looks for a house. Candy Bar Drive Thru, Episode 3: Ace's Party" was written and performed by Erich Asperschlager and Dave Johnson, with a special appearance by Melissa Hansen. For more information, or to subscribe to the show, visit us at: dvdverdict.com/podcast or candybardrivethru.com Comments? Email us: feedback@candybardrivethru.com
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Episode 220: DVD Verdict 229 - The Friday Filibuster [09/19/08]

September 19,2008
Our time challenged dynamic duo chime in with a belated review of Tropic Thunder and debunk the misinformed protests surrounding the film's treatment of the disabled. Fringe continues its downward spiral into bad sci-fi television. Prison Break is gearing up for some blowout action. Supernatural is back in the House. Mac gives the Iron Man DVD gets an early, spank-worthy review, complete with reader feedback. An advanced look at Friday the 13th: The Series on DVD. The hazards of do-it-yourself Stormtrooper costumes, using Willy Wonka's chocolate factory as a prison, and battling commie bastards on downhill skiis. Enjoy!
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Episode 219: DVD Verdict 228 - View from the Couch [09/17/08]

September 17,2008
While rewriting history, Kent and Michelle meander through the realms of misfit toy chewing dogs, Star Wars video games, good and bad book-to-film adaptations, big vs. small heads, Iron Man II and III news, personal boundaries and customer service nightmares, the 2008 acting prom king and queen, Flick Swapping Jack T. Ripper in Time after Time, and more Canuckian musings than you can shake a tuque at. Enjoy!
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Episode 218: DVD Verdict 227 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (New and Recent Releases)

September 16,2008
Join Judge Clark Douglas as he explores new and recent film score releases -- The First Olympics: Athens 1896, Burn After Reading, the SciFi Channel series Eureka, Towelhead, Masters of the Universe, El Sid -- followed by theatrical reviews for Burn After Reading and Righteous Kill. Enjoy!
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Episode 217: DVD Verdict 226 - Candy Bar Drive Thru, Episode 2: Spider Bite

September 15,2008
When the school day's done, the fun has just begun at the sweetest place in town -- the Candy Bar Drive Thru! In this week's jam-packed episode: There's a crisis at the Drive Thru, Ben finds out the results of his career aptitude test, Leonard Laskin interviews a famous Spanish director, Jerry runs into an old friend, and Eddie and Dan travel through time. Candy Bar Drive Thru, Episode 2: Spider Bite was written and performed by Erich Asperschlager and Dave Johnson, with a special appearance by Kent Dixon.
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Episode 216: DVD Verdict 225 - The Friday Filibuster [09/12/08]

September 12,2008
Your favorite podcast devolves into "Friday Filibuster After Dark," as Dave and Mac welcome in Judge Erich Asperschlager and Chief Justice Michael Stailey for a detailed look at the premiere of JJ Abrams' Fringe, the difference between Harry and Henry Houdini, sultry Charlie Brown and dirty 'Nuts, My Little t-bagging Party, sexy educational DVDs, meanies and weenies, geriatric porn, favorite stupid SNL sketches (Greenhilly, Schweddy Balls, The Continental, Superhero Party), least intimidating super heroes (Aunt Man, Baby Boomerangutan, Bi-Polar Bear, Unpopular Proctologist), concept development for the new series Stinkor and Pigpen, and (frighteningly enough) much more. For your convenience, this episode is signed for the hearing impaired. Parental guidance is suggested. Enjoy!
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Episode 215: DVD Verdict 224 - View from the Couch [09/10/08]

September 10,2008
Sick children, new jobs, neutered pets, and overly enthusiastic hosts underscore this week's episode, which finds Kent's history less on "the people's car," Michelle's unique recounting of Spider-man's cinematic history and the Ghostbusters franchise, Flick Swapping The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants, and a call to share your favorite book-to-film adaptations. Enjoy!
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Episode 214: DVD Verdict 223 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Nicolas Cage)

September 09,2008
Join Judge Clark Douglas as he ventures into the wild and wacky world of actor Nicolas Cage, with music from Peggy Sue Got Married, Raising Arizona, The Rock, Snake Eyes, National Treasure, Matchstick Men, The Weather Man, The Wicker Man, and Ghost Rider. The night cap for this episode is a review of Cage's latest film Bangkok Dangerous. Enjoy!
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Episode 213: DVD Verdict 222 - Candy Bar Drive Thru, Ep. 1: HGH

September 08,2008
When the school day's done, the fun has just begun at the sweetest place in town -- the Candy Bar Drive Thru! In this week's episode, Jeff confides in Keith, Pet Adoptions U.S.A. makes a special plea, a CEO hears an unusual marketing pitch, and we bid farewell to a beloved character. Candy Bar Drive Thru, Episode 1: HGH was written and performed by Erich Asperschlager and Dave Johnson, with a special appearance by Mac McEntire. Comments? Email us: feedback@candybardrivethru.com
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Episode 212: DVD Verdict 221 - The Friday Filibuster [09/05/08]

September 05,2008
Sit back with Dave and Mac for another 30 min of geekdom that includes a glowing review of Prison Break's season premiere, a warmup to the premiere of House Season Five, the comedy of Brian Regan, favorite spoof film moments, memorable psychics, anti-climactic boss fights, and scrotum stabbing ninjas. Enjoy!
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Episode 211: DVD Verdict 220 - View from the Couch [09/03/08]

September 03,2008
A job searching Michelle ponders how the world celebrates Labor Day, while talking smack about comic book nerds, and that's just the start of this week's adventure. Kent pays tribute to the late Don LaFontaine. Sony offers a contest to win a walk-on role in Spider-man 4. Brett Ratner wants to direct Guitar Hero: The Movie, whose pitch sounds an awful lot like South Park's Guitar Queer-O. The Japanese hate The Dark Knight, calling it 'too dark.' Herbie crashes and burns after re-emerging from the Disney vault. Enjoy!
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Episode 210: DVD Verdict 219 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Lalo Schifrin)

September 02,2008
This week, Judge Clark Douglas presents a musical tribute to legendary composer Lalo Schifrin. From his iconic themes for Mission: Impossible and Mannix, to his work with Steve McQueen (The Cincinnati Kid, Bullit), Bruce Lee (Enter the Dragon), Paul Newman (Cool Hand Luke -- listen for the now familiar Eyewitness News theme), and Clint Eastwood (Magnum Force, Kelly's Heroes), and more obscurely engaging pieces from Tango, The Liquidator, and Return of the Marquis de Sade. To close out the show, Clark reviews Vin Diesel's latest celluloid train wreck Babylon AD and Don Cheadle's political thriller Traitor. Enjoy!
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Episode 209: DVD Verdict 218 - The Friday Filibuster [08/29/08]

August 29,2008
The Dave and Mac attack returns for another geek-filled installment of The Friday Filibuster. This week: A review of the Don Cheadle political thriller Traitor, a brief meeting of the Guy Pearce adoration society, rockin' killer crocs, remembering The Karate Kid cartoon, previewing a Bachelor Party in the Bungalow of the Damned, unique visions of Hell, if Predators ran the government, and more the FCC won't allow us to mention. Enjoy!
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Episode 208: DVD Verdict 217 - View from the Couch (Aug 28)

August 28,2008
In this episode, our dynamic duo pay a visit to Orangutan island to battle Bollywood's Hari Puttar, troublemaking Barenaked Ladies, Vin Diesel, and the Cloverfield monster. If that's not enough to grab your attention, how about a chance to win free stuff?!
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Episode 207: DVD Verdict 216 - A Little Nightmare Music

August 27,2008
Chief Justice Michael Stailey takes you on an audio journey through the worlds of The Nightmare Before Christmas and The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning, complete with insights, clips, music, and new interviews with the cast and crew of both films. Enjoy!
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Episode 206: DVD Verdict 215 - The Cast of Redbelt

August 26,2008
Chief Justice Michael Stailey sits down with Chiwetel Ejiofor, Emily Mortimer, Alice Braga, Rodrigo Santoro, Ray Mancini, and Randy Couture to talk David Mamet, Ju Jitsu, life on an indie film set, and street fighting in kinky boots?! It's your chance to learn the story behind Redbelt. Enjoy!
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Episode 205: DVD Verdict 214 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Box Office Flops)

August 25,2008
In honor of the Olympics, Judge Clark Douglas pays tribute to those who did not bring home the gold, by spotlighting great film music from Box Office flops. It's an hour-long odyssey that begins with Howard the Duck and ends with Gigli, with stops at Raise the Titanic, Hudson Hawk, The Adventures of Pluto Nash, Cleopatra, Cutthroat Island, Gods and Generals, Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within, The Last Castle, and Loves Labors Lost. Clark wraps this week's show with a review of Rainn Wilson in The Rocker. Enjoy!
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Episode 204: DVD Verdict 213 - The Friday Filibuster [08/22/08]

August 22,2008
Old Man Winter comes early to New England, as Dave and Mac suffer August frost bite to bring you reviews of Star Wars: The Clone Wars (more painful than you could possibly imagine), The Shield: Season 6, Supernatural: Season 3, and Legend of the Lone Ranger. Hear Dave's brain melt as he attempts to recall the name of his favorite Klingon; wallow in overwhelmingly bizarre Willow references; and ponder the worst possible movie scenes to be sucked into. Enjoy!
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Episode 203: DVD Verdict 212 - View from the Couch [08/20/08]

August 20,2008
From deep within the Canadian wilderness comes a time traveling Kent and Michelle. Listen, as they offend trailer park denizens, detail recent home improvements, and explore Kent's celebrity crushes. Thrill to Connor and Emily's review of Meerkat Manor: The Story Begins and Kent's subsequent confusion. Laugh along with Couch Entertainment News and the 911 antics of "Shaya LeBoof." And fear Michelle's Flick Swap analysis of Robot Chicken: Star Wars. Enjoy!
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Episode 202: DVD Verdict 211 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Composer Michael Kamen)

August 19,2008
Clark returns with a look back at the all too short career of composer Michael Kamen who passed away in November 2003 at the age of 55. From his film and television scores (Don Juan DeMarco, Brazil, The Winter Guest, From the Earth to the Moon, Band of Brothers, Lethal Weapon 3, Open Range, What Dreams May Come, and more) to his solo and collaborative symphonic compositions. And he wraps up this week's show with a review of Ben Stiller's Tropic Thunder. Enjoy!
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Episode 201: DVD Verdict 210 - The Friday Filibuster [08/15/08]

August 15,2008
This week's Dave and Mac "geek attack" focuses its energy on God of War II, Eureka: Season 2, Dexter: Season 2, Scorpion King 2, the upcoming movie adaptations of Street Fighter II and Prince of Persia, Orson Welles' Don Quixote, teen sitcoms that make no sense, beloved janitors, worst job in Star Wars' Imperial Fleet, Baby Prison Break vs. Baby A-Team, and Dave's new #1 cult classic DVD of all time -- Psycho Kickboxer. Enjoy!
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Episode 200: DVD Verdict 209 - View from the Couch [08/13/08]

August 13,2008
Kent and Michelle return with the first of a two-part, pre-camping extravaganza; featuring two guest experts' review of Jane Goodall's When Animals Talk, thrill to Couch Entertainment News, geek out with "Top 10 Star Wars Moments," watch (or listen) as Escape to Witch Mountain flies out of the Disney Vault only to go SPLAT, and get a sneak peek at next week's episode. Enjoy!
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Episode 199: DVD Verdict 208 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (New Releases)

August 11,2008
Judge Clark Douglas returns with an armful of new and recent soundtrack releases, including The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor, Tropic Thunder, Jerry Lewis' Way Way Out, Scorpio, Invaders from Mars, Teen Titans: Trouble in Tokyo, Batman: Gotham Knight, and theatrical reviews for Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2 and Pineapple Express. Enjoy!
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Episode 198: DVD Verdict 207 - The Friday Filibuster [08/08/08]

August 08,2008
Judge Erich Asperschlager joins Dave and Mac to swanktastically discuss NBC's Fear Itself (which could also be called Masters of Horror: Season 3), AMC's Mad Men, the BBC's Spaced, MTV's American Mall, Showtime's Dexter, scenes from a mall, and Die Hard stunts that'll kill you in real life. Enjoy!
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Episode 197: DVD Verdict 206 - View from the Couch [08/07/08]

August 07,2008
We're a day late, but with good reason. A mystery host has taken over The Couch this week for an ailing Kent and, in addition to Couch Entertainment News and trivia, has brought along special guests including Jamie Bamber, Dule Hill, and Ray Bradbury! Damn, sounds like a Tonight Show lineup... thankfully minus the lame Jay Leno monologue. Enjoy!
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Episode 196: DVD Verdict 205 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Animal Films)

August 04,2008
Clark leaves the barn door open this week, as he explores music from memorable live action films -- Cats & Dogs, Homeward Bound, Black Beauty, and more. Tune in for the music and stay for his reviews of Step Brothers and The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor. Enjoy!
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Episode 195: DVD Verdict 204 - The Friday Filibuster [08/01/08]

August 01,2008
Dave and Mac tighten your lug nuts with news of NASCAR romance novels, the pitiful state of theatrical comedy, characters who mysteriously disappear from television series, overlooked loathsome villains, and more. Enjoy!
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Episode 194: DVD Verdict 203 - View from the Couch [07/30/08]

July 30,2008
Kent and Michelle split on their reactions to The Dark Knight; review Sesame Street: Count on Sports amidst a live dog fight; explore a wealth of Couch Entertainment News; and fight back tears to Flick-swap with the Schwanker. Enjoy!
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Episode 193: DVD Verdict 202 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Comic Book Movies)

July 29,2008
In honor of the San Diego Comic Con, Clark focuses this week's show on music from films based on comic books. Plus, his theatrical reviews for X-Files: I Want to Believe and Step Brothers. Enjoy!
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Episode 192: DVD Verdict 201 - The Friday Filibuster [07/25/08]

Dave geeks out over The Dark Knight and drools over the possibilities for a third film. A quick rundown of upcoming DVD releases for july 29. And who wins in a death match between Batman and Blade, Batman and Darth Vader, or movie alien vs. movie alien. Enjoy!
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Episode 191: DVD Verdict 200 - View from the Couch [07/23/08]

July 23,2008
It's a celebration extravaganza, as Kent and Michelle celebrate VFTC's first birthday with a double sized show and extra helpings of superhero movie news, Emmy nominees, listener voice mails, and the return of Flick Swap. Enjoy!
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Episode 190: DVD Verdict 199 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Legend of the Batman)

July 21,2008
This week, Clark explores the musical legend of the cinematic Caped Crusader, from Tim Burton and Danny Elfman's Batman through Chris Nolan, Hans Zimmer, and James Newton Howard's The Dark Knight. He also offers up reviews of The Dark Knight and Mamma Mia! Enjoy!
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Episode 189: DVD Verdict 198 - The Friday Filibuster [07/18/08]

July 18,2008
Erich drops in for E3 video game news and such equally important and weighty topics as what M.O.D.O.K. stands for, the joys of riding a forklift over a giant mountain of cash, '80s anti-drug commercials, and cumulative Dark Knight fanboy orgasm. Enjoy!
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Episode 188: DVD Verdict 197 - View from the Couch [07/16/08]

July 16,2008
Kent flies solo this week, throwing a baby shower for Brad and Angie's twins, with gifts that include a review of Kenny the Shark: Vol. 3, Couch Entertainment News, and a trip inside the Disney Vault to find young Kurt Russell in The Computer That Wore Tennis Shoes. Enjoy!
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Episode 187: DVD Verdict 196 - Bullet Penetration

July 15,2008
Octode Rectifier Productions returns with a follow up to their much heralded debut, the original pod play Prombies. This time, the adventure takes us back to the glory days of '80s action picks, loaded with gun play, impossible odds, and villains bent on world domination for no particular reason. Ladies and gentlemen, DVD Verdict proudly presents... Bullet Penetration, written and directed by David Johnson. Enjoy!
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Episode 186: DVD Verdict 195 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Elmer Bernstein rejected)

July 14,2008
Some of the greatest scores you'll ever hear are ones that never made it into the final cut of the film. This week, Judge Clark Douglas takes a look back at rejected Elmer Bernstein compositions for The Scarlet Letter, The Journey of Natty Gann, and Gangs of New York; as well as offering up his reviews for Journey to the Center of the Earth and Hellboy II: The Golden Army. Enjoy!
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Episode 185: DVD Verdict 194 - The Friday Filibuster [07/11/08]

July 11,2008
This week the boys get freaky and geeky with zombie diaries, dead cats, Shatner the prophet, and James McAvoy: America's favorite new action hero. Enjoy!
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Episode 184: DVD Verdict 193 - View from the Couch [07/09/08]

July 09,2008
It's an oddly anthropomorphic week, as Kent and Michelle muddle their way through the complexities of Asian bear mating rituals, the hype surrounding Chris Nolan's nocturnal flying rodent, and a joyride in a previously enjoyed Volkswagen from Disney Vault. Enjoy!
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Episode 183: DVD Verdict 192 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Music from the Films of Will Smith)

July 08,2008
This week, join Clark as he explores the diversity of music composed for the films of Will Smith; from Six Degrees of Separation through Hancock, which he also reviews. Enjoy!
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Episode 182: DVD Verdict 191 - The Friday Filibuster [07/04/08]

July 04,2008
Judge Erich Asperschlager is the DH this week for Mac as he and Dave kill thirty minutes talking about fireworks, why America is so f-ing awesome, the genius of Pixar and how Randy Quaid is the secret to saving the world. Enjoy!
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Episode 181: DVD Verdict 190 - View from the Couch [07/02/08]

July 02,2008
Kent and Michelle celebrate all things Canadian in this special Canada Day episode. Enjoy!
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Episode 180: DVD Verdict 189 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Tribute to Cinematic Robots)

June 30,2008
Judge Clark Douglas pays musical tribute to the great robots of cinema, featuring score clips from the obvious (such as Robocop) to the obscure (Bill and Ted's Bogus Journey) and everything in between. He also offers up his reviews of WALL-E and Wanted. Enjoy!
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Episode 179: DVD Verdict 188 - The Friday Filibuster [06/27/08]

June 27,2008
Suffer through this week's Friday Filibuster, along with Dave, who battles the malicious will of a hot dog he had for dinner, and a thoroughly fatigued Mac, barely holding it together after a hard-hitting week of small town journalism. Oh and the show? The usual nonsense: crossdressing, man-eating gobs of goo, Trekkie fetish fantasies, Corey Haim's adolescent wardrobe. Enjoy!
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Episode 178: DVD Verdict 187 - View from the Couch [06/25/08]

June 25,2008
Coming direct from the family bathroom, Kent and Michelle bring us a history of Canadian oil production and its environment impact, Celebrity Death News, and a special listener request opens The Disney Vault on The Cat From Outer Space. Enjoy!
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Episode 177: DVD Verdict 186 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Hidden Gems)

June 23,2008
Clark does a little digging on this week's episode of The Sounds and Sights of Cinema, unearthing many hidden musical gems from film scores that may have escaped your notice. He also reviews this past weekend's releases Get Smart and The Love Guru. Enjoy!
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Episode 176: DVD Verdict 185 - The Friday Filibuster [06/20/08]

June 20,2008
A new theme song welcomes in Dave and Mac's latest 30 min adventure. This week, the boys chew on The Incredible Hulk, Wanted, the midseason finale of Battlestar Galactica, Gingerbread 2: The Passion of the Crust, Pakistani slasher films, possessed hairpieces, and more. Enjoy!
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Episode 175: DVD Verdict 184 - View from the Couch [06/18/08]

June 18,2008
Join us in celebrating Michelle's 35th birthday, with food poisoning, frequent studio interruptions, a review of the Dean Cain family film Ace of Hearts, an update on the Iron Man sequel, debunking Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, and discovering Nic Cage hiding in The Disney Vault. Enjoy!
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Episode 174: DVD Verdict 183 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (James Newton Howard and M. Night Shyamalan)

June 16,2008
On this week's musical journey, Clark explores the work of composer James Newton Howard for the films of director M. Night Shyamalan. He also presents theatrical reviews for Night's latest film The Happening and its box office competition The Incredible Hulk. Enjoy!
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Episode 173: DVD Verdict 182 - The Friday Filibuster [06/13/08]

June 13,2008
Dave is bleary-eyed from a Ninja Gaiden II marathon but summons the energy to join Mac for a look at the 2008 Roller Derby championships, a newbie's entrance into the world of Dr. House, the difference between Middle Eastern nationalities, midget exploitation, bizarre movie-themed restaurants, talking animals you wish would shut the hell up, and so much more guaranteed to offend someone. Enjoy!
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Episode 172: DVD Verdict 181 - View from the Couch [06/11/08]

June 11,2008
Kent and Michelle return to battle rogue children, dog urine, and moles, while tackling such topics as naming your kids after movie characters, Ballroom Bootcamp, and remaking Highlander, as Peter Ustinov emerges from The Disney Vault as Blackbeard's Ghost. Enjoy!
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Episode 171: DVD Verdict 180 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (New and Recent Releases)

June 10,2008
It's the SSC monthly new music show. This week, Clark shares cuts from film scores for Speed Racer, The Promotion, Definitely, Maybe, P.S. I Love You, Sudden Impact, The Accidental Tourist, The Ice Pirates, The Abandoned, Standard Operating Procedure, and Kung Fu Panda, which he also provides a theatrical review for. Enjoy!
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Episode 170: DVD Verdict 179 - The Friday Filibuster [06/06/08]

June 06,2008
Howdy! Dave and Mac unleash the rodeo edition of The Friday Filibuster with nipple coverups, milfs, Ninja Gaiden II, Winnebagos in space, Ben 10: Alien Force, boat explosions, and a round of everyone's favorite movie game "Annoying or Not Annoying." Enjoy(ing)!
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Episode 169: DVD Verdict 178 - View from the Couch [06/04/08]

June 04,2008
Meanwhile, in another country, Kent and Michelle get their guilt on with a review of The Jeff Corwin Experience, Couch Entertainment News, and Mary Poppins breaks out of The Disney Vault. Enjoy!
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Episode 168: DVD Verdict 177 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Tribute to Sydney Pollack)

June 02,2008
Clark pays tribute to the late Sydney Pollack by featuring film score selections to such films as The Yakuza, Three Days of the Condor, The Firm, and more. He also reviews the new Liv Tyler/Scott Speedman thriller, The Strangers. Enjoy!
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Episode 167: TV Verdict 176 - Lost Season 4 Post-Mortem

May 30,2008
Join Judge Dave Johnson, Adam Arseneau, and Erich Asperschlager as the dissect, discuss, and debate the season finale and entire fourth season of Lost. Hows does one move an entire island? Is Claire really dead? Can Ben continue to stay one step ahead of Charles Widmore? What does the two remaining 16 episode seasons hold for our heroes and their nemeses? And can you truly wait until January for more episodes? Enquiring minds want to know!
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Episode 166: DVD Verdict 175 - The Friday Filibuster [05/30/08]

May 30,2008
Dave and Mac go toe-to-toe with Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, preview A&E's remake of The Andromeda Strain, the Blu-ray box set of Rambo, disturbing scenes with cheesy special effects, and favorite Indy knockoffs -- anyone remember Tales of the Gold Monkey? Enjoy!
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Episode 165: DVD Verdict 174 - View from the Couch [05/28/08]

May 28,2008
Kent and Michelle emerge from a week-long hiatus with a demon beagle puppy, naked brothers and their creepy family members, Couch Entertainment News, and a trip inside The Disney Vault for The Parent Trap. Enjoy!
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Episode 164: DVD Verdict 173 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Indiana Jones Spectacular)

May 26,2008
Doctor Jones is back and Clark devotes the entire show this week to the memorable music John Williams composed for the entire Indiana Jones franchise. And he caps it off with his review of Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. Enjoy!
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Episode 163: DVD Verdict 172 - The Friday Filibuster [05/23/08]

May 23,2008
Fire up the barbeque and break out the Uranus Milk, as Dave and Mac welcome in the summer with reviews of Prince Caspian and the season finale of The Simpsons. Mac's PS2 is on the fritz, but Dave marshals on with Grand Theft Auto IV and Advance Wars. Mac previews his review of the Swedish action flick Storm. Dave takes a bullet for the team with his review of the Italian, middle-aged, sex fest The Beast in Space. Worst James Bond villain accessories. Incredibly intelligent cartoon dogs. Enjoy the holiday weekend!
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Episode 162: DVD Verdict 171 - Entertainment Docket for Week of May 19, 2008

May 20,2008
Chief Justice Michael Stailey returns with a 10-minute look at what else is new on DVD this week, the remaining TV season finales, early reaction to Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, high profiles comic book releases, and a preview of our upcoming interview with Julie Benz (Dexter). Enjoy!
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Episode 161: DVD Verdict 170 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (New Film Score Releases)

May 19,2008
Clark peruses new film score releases for Prince Caspian, Iron Man, Nim's Island, The Stuntmen, An Unmarried Woman, Cloverfield, the television series Buck Rogers in the 25th Century, and more. He also shares great disdain in his review of the new film The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian. Enjoy!
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Episode 160: DVD Verdict 169 - The Friday Filibuster [05/16/08]

May 16,2008
Another week, another 30 mins of entertainment banality from Dave and Mac. This week, Mac reviews Speed Racer in IMAX, Dave gives props to Supernatural Season Three, an update on Battlestar Galactica, a rundown of DVD releases for May 20, and in depth discussions on unconventional vampire deaths, super nerds, entrails of a dead Tauntaun, and memorable executions. Enjoy!
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Episode 159: DVD Verdict 168 - View from the Couch [05/14/08]

May 14,2008
Happy Couchentine's Day! (That thin Canadian air has them inventing new holidays and causing short-term memory loss.) After offending both the French and soccer fans, Kent and Michelle dive into a review of Meerkat Manor: Season 2; explore this week's Couch Entertainment News, including a reboot of the legendary '70s kids show The Electric Company; and open the Disney Vault for The Absent-Minded Professor. Enjoy!
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Episode 158: DVD Verdict 167 - Entertainment Docket for week of May 12, 2008

May 13,2008
This week, Chief Justice Michael Stailey answers the question on whether its worth investing in the new Indiana Jones box set, or stay with the 2003 release; runs down the list of network season finales; provides a mini review of Speed Racer; previews the release of Chris Claremont's GENEXT #1; and prepares you for a week's worth of film, television, DVDs, and comics in 10 minutes or less. Enjoy!
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Episode 157: DVD Verdict 166 - The Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Robert Zemeckis and Alan Silvestri)

May 12,2008
This week, Judge Clark Douglas shares music from the films of Robert Zemeckis, as created by composer Alan Silvestri -- Cast Away, Polar Express, Back to the Future, Beowulf, and much more! Clark also reviews the new theatrical releases of David Mamet's Redbelt and The Wachowski Brothers' Speed Racer. Enjoy!
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Episode 156: DVD Verdict 165 - The Friday Filibuster [05/09/08]

May 09,2008
It's the first (actually second) Filibuster for May and the boys are geared up for taking on Iron Man, favorite Sean Connery Bond performances, poor bad guy planning, disgusting drinks, and worst superhero movies to date. Enjoy!
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Episode 155: DVD Verdict 164 - View from the Couch [05/07/08]

May 07,2008
This week finds Kent and Michelle building backyard habitats with Animal Planet; talking Iron Man and the future of Marvel Comics' movie empire; expressing trepidation for Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull; opening The Disney Vault on Swiss Family Robinson; and more trivia. Enjoy!
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Episode 154: DVD Verdict 163 - Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Joe Dante and Jerry Goldsmith)

May 05,2008
Judge Clark Douglas continues his director/composer collaboration series with a look at the partnership between Joe Dante and Jerry Goldsmith, including Gremlins, Twilight Zone: The Movie, Matinee, and more. His film reviews this week feature Jon Favreau's Iron Man and Tina Fey's Baby Mama. Enjoy!
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Episode 153: DVD Verdict 162 - Summer Movie Preview

May 03,2008
Chief Justice Michael Stailey welcomes in Adam Arseneau, Erich Asperschlager, Ryan Keefer, and Chris Kulik to breakdown and discuss the Summer Movie lineup from Iron Man through Labor Day weekend. Enjoy!
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Episode 152: DVD Verdict 161 - The Friday Filibuster [05/02/08]

May 02,2008
Critical Nerd Mass is reached, as Dave and Mac take a look back at BSG "Escape Velocity," classic Tom Baker Doctor Who, bad Grizzly Bear movies, mixing your movie icons, unbelievable Bond action sequences, the best onscreen trash talkers, and movie heroes you don't want saving you. Enjoy!
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Episode 151: DVD Verdict 160 - View from the Couch [04/30/08]

April 30,2008
Demon dog asthma is just the tip of the iceberg for this train wreck of an episode in which Kent and Michelle introduce the Blackberry Cuff, discuss Couch Entertainment News, plan a movie to bridge the gap between the Old and New Testaments, preview the traveling Harry Potter exhibition, review Meteor and the Monster Trucks: Volume 3, and open the Disney Vault to examine Tommy Kirk in The Shaggy Dog. Just remember, "Blame and Shame are their Game." Enjoy!
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Episode 150: DVD Verdict 159 - Entertainment Docket for Week of April 28, 2008

April 28,2008
Chief Justice Michael Stailey continues the challenge to bring you a full week's worth of DVD, Television, Film, and now Comic Book entertainment in 10 minutes or less. Highlights include The Golden Compass on DVD and Blu-ray; Tom Welling directs and alternate reality tale on Smallville; Jon Favreau's Iron Man kicks off the summer movie season; and DC Comics ushers in a new era with DC UNIVERSE ZERO. As Kevin Smith would say "Have a week." Enjoy!
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Episode 149: DVD Verdict 158 - Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Steven Spielberg and John Williams)

April 28,2008
Judge Clark Douglas continues his multi-episode series featuring classic director/composer collaborations throughout the years. This week's spotlight falls on the legendary team of John Williams and Steven Spielberg. While there's more music than he can possibly share in one sitting, Clark focuses on highlights from their earliest work on Sugarland Express and Jaws through more recent films Catch Me If You Can and Munich. Enjoy!
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Episode 148: DVD Verdict 157 - The Friday Filibuster [04/25/08]

April 25,2008
The beautiful Northeast weather brings out the inner geek in Dave and Mac as they discuss unanswered Battlestar Galactica questions, the so-so start to Marvel Comics' Secret Invasion event, killing time with Crackdown for the Xbox 360, and just what is the "Guatemalan Handshake." Meanwhile, on the movie front, Mac justifies his disappointment in Cloverfield, Dave drools over the toddler-tossing, Hong Kong action flick Flash Point, and this week's Ambush Topic highlights include baseball films, unorthodox fist fights, and movie-inspired toys recalled for safety hazards. Enjoy!
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Episode 147: DVD Verdict 156 - View from the Couch [04/23/08]

April 23,2008
Henry the studio lackey joins the team, as Kent and Michelle bring us a review of Genius Products' ToddWorld: Making New Friends and Couch Entertainment News. Meanwhile, Darby O'Gill escapes from The Disney Vault (much to the relief of our dynamic duo), and Michelle rants against the dumbness of leprechauns, Battlestar Galactica, Lost, and The X-Files. Enjoy!
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Episode 146: DVD Verdict 155 - Ten Minute Update for Week of April 21, 2008

April 22,2008
Chief Justice Michael Stailey debuts his weekly experiment -- taking 10 minutes to encapsulate what you can expect to find on DVD, TV, and in Theatres this week. Highlights include the DVD release of Cloverfield, the much anticipated return of ABC's Lost, and a quick preview of the 2008 Tribeca Film Festival in NYC. Enjoy!
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Episode 145: DVD Verdict 154 - Sights and Sounds of Cinema (Tim Burton & Danny Elfman)

April 21,2008
Judge Clark Douglas begins a multi-episode arc featuring classic director/composer collaborations throughout the years. This week's spotlight falls on the dynamic duo of Tim Burton and Danny Elfman, from Pee-Wee's Big Adventure through Corpse Bride. In addition, Clark gives a mixed review to the Apatow players' Forgetting Sarah Marshall and 10 reasons why you shouldn't waste your time on the Al Pacino thriller 88 Minutes. Enjoy!
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Episode 144: DVD Verdict 153 - The Friday Filibuster presents... The 2008 Taggie Awards

April 18,2008
In this very special episode, Dave and Mac host the first (and possibly last) ever awards show to honor the best and worst in movie taglines -- THE TAGGIES. "Whoever wins... we lose." Enjoy!
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Episode 143: DVD Verdict 152 - View from the Couch [04/16/08]

April 16,2008
This week Kent and Michelle bring us DVD reviews for The Big Comfy Couch: Upside Down Clown and TLC's What Not to Wear: Mom Makeovers; Couch Entertainment News headlines; and a trip inside The Disney Vault to explore the depths of 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. Enjoy!
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Episode 142: DVD Verdict 151 - Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Charlton Heston)

April 14,2008
Judge Clark Douglas pays tribute to the late Charlton Heston by featuring film score selections from The Ten Commandments, A Touch of Evil, Ben Hur, The Greatest Story Ever Told, The Omega Man, Soylent Green, and more. Also featured this week are theatrical reviews for George Clooney's slapstick-inspired Leatherheads and Zak Penn's somewhat disappointing poker comedy The Grand. Enjoy!
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Episode 141: DVD Verdict 150 - The Friday Filibuster [04/11/08]

April 11,2008
Hopped up on caffeine, Dave and Mac celebrate 50 episodes of The Friday Filibuster by sinking their critical fangs into the new season of Battlestar Galactica, Alien Nation, Predator on Blu-ray, the misery that is the new Alien vs. Predator franchise, characters you'd love to invite over for game night, fat guys who defy the law of gravity, and more. Enjoy!
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Episode 140: DVD Verdict 149 - View from the Couch [04/09/08]

April 09,2008
A flucorist is needed as illness has once again descended upon the Dixon household, along with more snow. But being the entertainment survivalists they are, Kent and Michelle marshal on to bring you the inside story on the life of author Ian Fleming, review Animal Planet's new DVD Growing Up Wildcats, hash through Couch Entertainment News headlines, open The Disney Vault to examine classic live-action films of the past, and unveil enhanced Weekly Trivia now with prizes. Enjoy!
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Episode 139: DVD Verdict 148 - Sounds and Sights of Cinema (New Film Score Releases)

April 07,2008
This week, Judge Clark Douglas explores new and recent film score releases from the past month, including Randy Newman's Leatherheads, John Powell's Horton Hears a Who, Elmer Bernstein's classic Heavy Metal, and much more. Enjoy!
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Episode 138: DVD Verdict 147 - The Friday Filibuster [04/04/08]

April 04,2008
There's still snow in New England, but it hasn't damped the spirit of our intrepid podcasters, Dave, Mac, and Erich. The boys talk the return of prime-time comedies; great video game collateral damage; listener feedback; upcoming reviews including Human Giant: Season One, The Magic Blade, and the freaky French horror of Inside; April 08 DVD releases; and wicked cool Ambush Topics such as Evil psychics, Baseball moments in non-baseball films, and Action figures that don't exist... for good reason. Enjoy!
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Episode 137: DVD Verdict 146 - View from the Couch [04/02/08]

April 02,2008
Sacrificing the Oilers game and their son's 6th birthday while fighting off attacks from Sid the demon beagle, Kent and Michelle marshall on to bring you a Flick Swap review of V: The Mini-Series, listener feedback that gives Michelle the power to interrupt at any time, headlines from the Couch Entertainment Newsdesk, and preview a new Disney-themed segment for next week's show. Enjoy!
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Episode 136: DVD Verdict 145 - Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Episode 02, Music from the Films of Richard Widmark)

April 01,2008
Judge Clark Douglas returns with a musical tribute to the late actor Richard Widmark, as well as reviews of film Stop Loss and 21.
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Episode 135: DVD Verdict 144 - The Friday Filibuster [03/28/08]

March 28,2008
Mac returns from London as Euro-trash, a Jack the Ripper scholar, and confounded by British television. The boys mourn the death of CBS' Jericho, preview next week's release of Sweeney Todd, recall steroid enhanced cartoon characters, detail painful deaths from the Indiana Jones franchise, and ponder new TV-inspired breakfast cereals. Trust me, this will go down as one of the best Ambush Topic segments ever. Enjoy!
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Episode 134: DVD Verdict 143 - View from the Couch [03/26/08]

March 26,2008
Kent and Michelle welcome in son Connor who is suffering from a post-Easter flu, as they respond to listener feedback; try to Flick Swap 8 Seconds except Blockbuster wouldn't cooperate, so they tackle Pretty Woman instead; another edition of Couch Entertainment News exploring the disturbing trend of remaking '80s horror films; and GI Joe trivia. Enjoy!
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Episode 133: DVD Verdict 142 - Sounds and Sights of Cinema (Episode 01, Music from the films of Oliver Stone)

March 25,2008
We proudly welcome Judge Clark Douglas' hour-long Sounds and Sights of Cinema to the Verdict family. A longtime favorite of radio listeners and movie music lovers in Georgia, each episode features a collection of themed film score and soundtrack selections. This week: Music from the films of director Oliver Stone. Enjoy!
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Episode 132: DVD Verdict 141 - The Friday Filibuster [03/21/08]

March 21,2008
Judges Erich Asperschlager and Adam Arseneau join Dave for a balls out discussion of videogame film adaptations, movie genres that should never be parodied, and how soon is too soon to relaunch a film franchise. Don't worry, we have our lawyers on speed dial. Enjoy!
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Episode 131: DVD Verdict 140 - View from the Couch [03/19/08]

March 19,2008
Kent and Michelle welcome in Spring with TV trivia, a Flash Gordon Flick Swap review, bad karaoke memories, Couch Entertainment News, and much more. Enjoy!
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Episode 130: DVD Verdict 139 - The Friday Filibuster [03/14/08]

March 14,2008
Today's drink special is Shemp Cocktail, thanks to a brand spanking new episode of The Friday Filibuster in which Judge Erich Asperschlager and Chief Justice Michael Stailey attempt to fill the shoes of the vacationing Mac McEntire. It's a valiant effort, covering such topics as Warner Bros.' plans for Harry Potter and the Deathly Hollows, salvaging the 2007-08 television season, Erich's take on Wes Anderson's The Darjeeling Limited, and a unique game of Ambush Topics. Trust me, you'll appreciate Mac's return.
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Episode 129: DVD Verdict 138 - View from the Couch [03/12/08]

March 12,2008
Join caffeine-free Michelle as she and Kent waste a half hour of your day with such riveting content as... a review of Bambi II: The Buck Stops Here, this week's Couch Entertainment News, the 3D revolution enters the realm of animation, Kent's brush with celebrity greatness, NBC brings horror television to the Dixon's backyard, a class participation assignment, and much more. Enjoy!
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Episode 128: DVD Verdict 137 - The Friday Filibuster [03/07/08]

March 07,2008
Shut yo mouth! It's a very special episode, the boys leave nothing to waste. An embarrassing case of premature torch passing kicks off a head first dive into the down and dirty world of Roller Derby; before exploring the breakneck pace of the new-improved Lost; giving The State the shaft; the cast of Firefly taking on The Sands of Oblivion; fondly remembering Hot Sunday's caffeine pill addictions and alien puppet interventions; defending the great Craig Bierko; and Dave's irrational hatred of fake British accents. Enjoy!
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Episode 127: DVD Verdict 136 - View from the Couch [03/05/08]

March 05,2008
The germ-free team of Kent and Michelle return from a week of quarantine to answer the burning question, "How does Yoda roll?" Other hot topics include Orlando Bloom goes to war, the premiere of Couch Entertainment News, the downside of knowing too much about upcoming movies, why Blu-ray is not the best way to go for high definition, SAG-ing our way to another potential industry strike, and the return of the asthma-suffering Demon Beagle. Enjoy!
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Episode 126: DVD Verdict 135 - The Friday Filibuster [02/29/08]

February 29,2008
Verdict podcasting at its finest... so to speak. The boys are back to rock 30 minutes of your world with more Jericho musings, plugging the launch of TV Verdict, great moments from The Coreys, what happens when musical instruments meet body fluids, favorite half men/half fish, and Dave bears his soul on a secret sensitive past. It's a very special episode of The Friday Filibuster. Enjoy!
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Episode 125: DVD Verdict 134 - The Friday Filibuster [02/22/08]

February 22,2008
This week, Dave and Mac ponder the terror of Torgo's knees, Schwarzenegger's gravity defying stunts, Justice League: The New Frontier, KARATE KID action figure playsets, the Jericho conspiracy, butt ugly STAR WARS characters, and much much more. Enjoy!
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Episode 124: DVD Verdict 133 - View from the Couch [02/20/08]

February 20,2008
Spring has begun to rear its head in Edmonton, as beavers die on the riverbanks and the show goes commando 'Friday Filibuster' style. This week, an Empire Strikes Back trivia question; Kent mourns the death of HD DVD and foolishly dreams of a day when Sony will replace HD equipment and titles with Blu-ray equivalents. Hahahahaha... silly boy; the long delayed Jay Jay's Wing-Wigglin' Mystery review lands; Flick Swap ventures into Rob Reiner's Rumor Has It; and Knight Rider returns to TV. Enjoy!
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Episode 123: DVD Verdict 132 - The Friday Filibuster [02/15/08]

February 15,2008
Dave and Mac sift through another week of entertainment mud and minerals: TiVos with a mind of their own; Older system super-hero video game reviews; Disturbing full Power Rangers immersion; Ultimate guy fantasies; and The most disgusting things coughed up by a film or television characters, just to name a few. They've raised talking out of your butt to an art form. Enjoy!
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Episode 122: DVD Verdict 131 - View from the Couch [02/13/08]

February 13,2008
Kent and Michelle are back, motors running and raring to go. After all, it is Valentine's Day on Thursday and they're in the mood for love. This week: Update on the end of the Writer's Strike; The death of Roy Scheider; Trivia; The death of Flick Swap?!; Review of Shout! Factory's upcoming release of the Toon Disney series PUCCA; Quick thoughts on "76 Romantic Films for Guys and Girls"; and their own exciting Valentine's plans. Enjoy!
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Episode 121: DVD Verdict 130 - The Friday Filibuster [02/08/08]

February 08,2008
Wanna know what movies should be made into theme park rides? Or what films feature the best death by choking scenes? Or what Scott Baio has to do with Spider-man, Roller Derby, Larry David, and unintentionally sleazy DVD titles? All these questions and more will be answered on this week's Friday Filibuster with Dave and Mac. Enjoy!
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Episode 120: DVD Verdict 129 - Michael Moore

February 06,2008
Chief Justice Michael Stailey sat in on a question and answer session with director Michael Moore, following a screening of his Academy Award-Nominated film Sicko. Whether or not you've seen the film, this is one discussion you won't want to miss. Enjoy!
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Episode 119: DVD Verdict 128 - The Friday Filibuster [02/01/08]

February 01,2008
Two halves do in fact make a whole, as Dave and Mac come together for yet another action-packed, 30 min, Britney-free, entertainment extravaganza. Mac is underwhelmed by CLOVERFIELD but overjoyed by KING OF KONG, while Dave is jazzed by "Uncharted: Drake's Fortune" for the PS3 and "Rock Band" for the Xbox 360. On the DVD front, three's are the magic number. Mac previews his take on Beauty and the Beast: The Third Season and Dave channels Mr. T for his critique of Criss Angel: Mindfreak: Season Three. Follow that up with a rundown of Feb 5 upcoming releases, on the way to this week's Ambush Topic minefield, where we travel the world with James Bond, Doctor Who, Superman, and Lorenzo Lamas? Don't ask me to explain. Enjoy!
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Episode 118: DVD Verdict 127 - View from the Couch [01/30/08]

January 30,2008
Sub-zero cold, blizzard conditions, a dead van, keys locked in the car, a thrown-out back, and problematic audio processing can't stop us from delivering this special 39th Birthday edition of "View from the Couch." This week's flick-swap is Mississippi Burning, while Michelle and the kids review two new Maggie and the Ferocious Beast titles streeting February 5. It's all singing, all dancing, all observational comedy madness.
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Episode 117: DVD Verdict 126 - The Friday Filibuster [01/25/08]

January 25,2008
The weekend is upon us and the award (yet to be determined) winning show is back to kill another half hour of your day. This week, the boys tackle Jet Li, Jason Statham, Sylvester Stallone, Peter Berg, Jessica Simpson, and Billy Bob Thornton. Escaping from that Hollywood melee, Dave and Mac dive head first into the Jan 29 cover art gallery, where power yoga meets punk rockers, video game champs take on oversized Maine alligators, and Ricco the Mean Machine visits the Barn of the Naked Dead. With only minor appendages missing, they hobble onto the Ambush Topic battlefield for a tour de force of stinky winkies, shark attacks, awkward time travel, strange creatures who dance well, and death by grinding. Please note: No foreign substances were ingested during the recording of this show. Enjoy!
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Episode 116: DVD Verdict 125 - View from the Couch [01/23/08]

January 23,2008
B-day season is rapidly approaching for Kent... and Michelle has forgotten. But they recently built a new deck, are starting to remodel their kitchen, and did purchase a $400 robotic horse. Don't ask. Trivia returns with "Casting that might have been." Heath Ledger is memorialized. Kent reviews Hitchcock's VERTIGO. Michelle and the kids tackle reviews of Jakers: Spooky Stories and Caillou's (Hairless) Playschool Adventures. The musical underscore returns next week, retooled and less distracting. Enjoy!
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Episode 115: DVD Verdict 124 - The Friday Filibuster [01/18/08]

January 18,2008
Dave and Mac return for a new episode followed closely by Terminators, rampaging Godzilla-like creatures, prisoners on the lamb, Buffy and Angel bad guys, bullet ballets, and orgies?! Don't ask me to explain. Dave calls it emotionally retarded fun. Works for me. Enjoy!
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Episode 114: DVD Verdict 123 - View from the Couch [01/16/08]

January 16,2008
It's the triumphant return of Kent and Michelle with brand new show music, trivia, and reviews of recent kids-themed releases Antarctic Antics, Curious George Plays in the Snow, Hip Hop Harry, and Spongebob's Atlantis SquarePantis. Tune in next week for Kent's Flix Swap assignment: Alfred Hitchcock's Vertigo and much more. Enjoy!
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Episode 113: DVD Verdict 122 - The Friday Filibuster [01/11/08]

January 11,2008
This week, everyone's favorite WILLOW-referencing, GOONIES-loving judicial team magically romp through a mine field of Warner Bros. drinking the Blu-aid, quality differences between SD and HD/BD, the mystery behind CLOVERFIELD, looking forward to strange and unusual Jan 15 releases, and a brand new batch of Ambush Topics which spurns fond remembrances of Bart the Bear. Don't ask. Just listen.
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Episode 112: DVD Verdict 121 - The Friday Filibuster [01/04/08]

January 04,2008
The new year kicks off with the return of THE FRIDAY FILIBUSTER. This week, Dave and Mac debrief the Christmas holidays; visit the non-typical fantasy of THE GOLDEN COMPASS; the stellar non-happy fun time of Tim Burton's SWEENEY TODD; holiday pick-me-up viewing of ATONEMENT and NO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN. After previewing the January 8 releases of 3:10 TO YUMA, ZODIAC, and MAMMOTH, the boys dive into their brand new feature: "The Ambush Debates." For example, who makes the better army -- Stormtroopers or Orcs? You make the call. Enjoy!
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Episode 111: DVD Verdict 120 - The Friday Filibuster: 2007 Buster Awards [12/21/07]

December 21,2007
Our holiday festivities continue with a black tie event. Judges David Johnson and Mac McEntire host the First Annual Buster Awards, acknowledging the best and worst of 2007 on film, television, and DVD. Enjoy!
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Episode 110: DVD Verdict 119 - View from the Christmas Couch [12/19/07]

December 19,2007
Celebrate the holidays with everyone's favorite Canadian husband and wife team, as they recall the ghosts of Christmas past, present, and future in this very special episode. Enjoy!
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Episode 109: DVD Verdict 118 - The Friday Filibustr [12/14/07]

December 14,2007
Christmas time is here and the boys talk last minute holiday shopping; educate you on the ins and outs of New England women's Roller Derby and Full Contact Football; revisit the 3D version of BEOWULF; peruse the upcoming releases for December 18 including THE SIMPSONS MOVIE, BALLS OF FURY, and BLADE RUNNER: THE FINAL CUT; and vivisect Ambush Topics such as Favorite Car Chases and Kitchen Items Used as Weapons; all in a freshly baked episode. Enjoy!
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Episode 108: DVD Verdict 117 - View from the Couch [12/12/07]

December 12,2007
Kent and Michelle take a break from their holiday shopping and decorating to tackle a Flick Swap review of Tim Burton's Corpse Bride, Universal's latest two installments in the Land Before Time series, and offer up some gift ideas for the film and television fans on your holiday list. Oh yeah... and there's some weirdness about a "burgandized" Victorian mall Santa, but you'll have to figure that one out on your own. Enjoy!
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Episode 107: DVD Verdict 116 - The Friday Filibuster [12/07/07]

December 07,2007
This week's explosive new episode starts off by addressing raging The Goonies action figure controversy, followed closely by: Ray Park being cast as Snake Eyes in the upcoming G.I. Joe blockbuster film; Dave's pre-release review of Michael Cera's new film Juno; Mac's preview of the new Massachusetts Roller Derby season; a look at the December 12 upcoming releases, overwhelmed by Harry Potter mania; Heroes: Season 2 vs. Lost: Season 3; and it all comes down to the Ambush Topics: Memorable jet packs (Arrested Development, anyone?), Librarians on film, Favorite Toadies (Villain sidekicks), and Movie scenes that creep you out, but may appear goofy to others. Enjoy!
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Episode 106: DVD Verdict 115 - View From the Couch [12/05/07]

December 05,2007
It's full-on winter in Alberta, complete with frigid temps, reckless driving, and plenty of time to review DVDs. First up, Kent tackles Corrina, Corrina as his Flick Swap assignment where we learn it was one of Tina Majorino's (Napoleon Dynamite) first film roles. Next week, Michelle is tasked with reviewing Tim Burton's Corpse Bride. In the meantime, these two brave souls tackle the latest releases from The Wiggles and the Teletubbies. Brave souls indeed. Enjoy!
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Episode 105: DVD Verdict 114 - The Friday Filibuster [11/30/07]

November 30,2007
Dave and Mac are triumphantly reunited, following Mac's diabolical computer crash three weeks ago. Sadly, this unfortunate setback booted Mac's Vampire/Dragon novel out of the "Write a novel in one month" contest. On a happier note, the boys spend this episode dissecting Bob Zemekis' BEOWULF in 2D and 3D and the quirky new documentary THE KING OF KONG; suffering the wasteland of new television due to the writer's strike; Mac's take on Cartoon Network's live-action BEN 10 movie; and perusing the upcoming releases for December 4th, including PIRATES 3, SUPERBAD, NANNY DIARIES, 24: SEASON 6, and BSG: SEASON ONE in HD. While it may take them a couple episode to regain their groove, Ambush Topics like these will carry them through: Hammers on film; Creatures with more than one head; Memorable tentacles; Who wins in a tag team cage match between Aragorn & Boromir and Inigo & Westley? You make the call. Enjoy!
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Episode 104: DVD Verdict 113 - View From the Couch [11/28/07]

November 28,2007
Kent falls prey to Strep Throat in this week's shortened, snow covered show. Thankfully, Michelle is here to pick up the slack, with her Flick Swap review of Alabamian Lucas Black's annoying accent in The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift; and they both tackle two non-Disney, Discovery Kids' series: the cheesy, horribly acted Flight 29 Down and the mildly amusing Kenny the Shark. Top it off with teasers of upcoming shorts and you have a bite-sized nugget of entertainment. Enjoy!
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Episode 103: DVD Verdict 112 - View from the Couch [11/21/07]

November 21,2007
In this special quarantined episode, Kent and Michelle return to share the shocking truth behind the differences between Canadian and American Thanksgiving; the presence of Scurvy, Scarlet Fever, and the Black Plague in their home; Kent's love for Richard Gere comes shining through in his Flick Swap review of AN OFFICER AND A GENTLEMEN; and the family's take on THE CHUCK JONES COLLECTION, the adventures at WAYSIDE, jumping into the middle of the story of AVATAR: THE LAST AIR BENDER, and a quick look at what's coming up next week, all while Sidney the demon beagle terrorizes the studio. Enjoy!
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Episode 102: DVD Verdict 111 - Brad Bird

November 19,2007
In a two-part interview, Chief Justice Michael Stailey brings you both a group Q&A with Pixar director Brad Bird from the recent Disney Blu-ray event in Hollywood, and a personal one-on-one in which we learn just how different RATATOUILLE would have been had he not been brought on board. Enjoy!
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Episode 101: DVD Verdict 110 - The Friday Filibuster [11/16/07]

November 16,2007
Dave and guest host Erich Asperschlager return for a new episode of The Friday Filibuster. This week, the boys discuss the pros and cons of Charles in Charge, wonder whatever happened to the DVD release for The State, and ask the musical question 'What video game characters would suck to have as a roommate?' These answers and much more await you on this week's Friday Filibuster.
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Episode 100: DVD Verdict 109 - View from the Couch [11/14/07]

November 14,2007
Fully recovered from a nasty head cold, Kent and Michelle are back with a vengeance. Extoll the many virtues of violin virtuoso Andre Rieu. Recall the novelty of "Hooked on Classics." Fear the horror of dealing with Canada Customs. Cower to Kent's love interests of the 1970s. Thrill to the raw insanity of Robin Williams in Mork and Mindy: Season Two. Defend yourself from the smarminess of Hannah Montana: Life is What You Make It. Hang ten with Johnny Kapahala: Back on Board. And remember: Don't drink and drive and listen to "View from the Couch" at the same time.
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Episode 099: DVD Verdict 108 - Family Guy 100th Episode Party

November 13,2007
Chief Justice Michael Stailey brings you interviews with Mike Henry, Mila Kunis, Seth Green, and Seth MacFarlane, live from the red carpet at the Family Guy 100th Episode Party in Hollywood. Mila dating Macaulay Culkin? Upcoming parodies of Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi in the works? A fourth season of Robot Chicken on the way? The answers to these and other earth shattering questions can be found within. Enjoy!
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Episode 098: DVD Verdict 107 - Director Kasi Lemmons

November 12,2007
Chief Justice Michael Stailey sits in on a conference call with Talk to Me director Kasi Lemmons, to find out more about the origins and making of the film. If you haven't seen it, this fascinating biopic of DJ/Entertainer/Activist Petey Green is a compelling look at a man few people know enough about, and a showcase for the talents of actors Don Cheadle and Chiwetel Ejiofor. Enjoy!
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Episode 097: DVD Verdict 106 - The Friday Filibuster [11/09/07]

November 09,2007
With Mac out this week, Dave welcomes in a surprise co-host to discuss the Writer's Strike, 3:10 to Yuma, Persepolis, upcoming DVD releases for November 13, the new freshman class of DVD Verdict judges, Inspector Gadget's arch-nemesis Dr. Claw (did we ever find out who he really was?), guys who don't understand the big deal about Sex in the City, and just who in the heck is Andre Rieu? Enjoy!
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Episode 096: DVD Verdict 105 - The Friday Filibuster [11/02/07]

November 02,2007
Following a brief hiatus, the boys are back debriefing the world premiere of PROMBIES, commiserating over the dramatic falloff of Heroes: Season 2, the reinvigoration of Prison Break: Season 3, and the start of Mac's ambitious new 50,000 word novel for National Novel Writing Month. After deftly navigating the Upcoming Releases gallery for November 6, they settle into this week's Ambush Topics: Blatant appearances of stunt people in action sequences; When the hero's sidekick does or says something incredibly stupid; Worst foreign accents by an actor; When the hero's sidekick does or says something awesome. Enjoy!
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Episode 095: DVD Verdict 095 - View from the Couch [10/24/07]

October 24,2007
This week, winter creeps into the wilds of Edmonton, Alberta, as Kent hunkers down for an evening with Shirley MacLaine and Debra Winger... much to his dismay. But he did get to wash away his distaste with a nice chaser of HAPPY DAYS: SEASON TWO, while waxing philosophical on "Jumping the Shark," the death of drive-in theaters, life without plumbing, and listener mail. Meanwhile, poor Michelle, who can't get a word in edge-wise, eventually has the opportunity to share her thoughts on Saturday morning cartoons. Don't be alarmed, we'll have them back on their meds next week. Enjoy!
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Episode 094: DVD Verdict 094 - Meet the Robinsons

October 23,2007
Chief Justice Michael Stailey gets to MEET THE ROBINSONS up close and personal, courtesy interviews with director Stephen J. Anderson and global futurist Dr. James Canton who helped define the look and feel of both Lewis and Wilbur's worlds. But first, Michael reviews both the DVD and Blu-ray versions of this surprisingly enchanting Disney film. Enjoy!
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Episode 093: DVD Verdict 093 - The Friday Filibuster [10/19/07]

October 19,2007
Judges Dave Johnson and Mac McEntire have emerged from triage with a brand new thirty minute adventure. This week, they tease out more details for their upcoming Halloween event, Prombies; dissect their reviews starring Sewer Gators, Captain Jack Swallow, and Nic Cage's horrid haircut; illustrate Mac's concerns for the DVD release of Young Indiana Jones, and explore ambush topics such as the "Worst idea for a Transformer." Enjoy!
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Episode 092: DVD Verdict 092 - View from the Couch [10/17/07]

October 17,2007
Podcast format redundancy does nothing to dissuade our favorite husband and wife team, who are in the process of upgrading to 21st Century HD technology... Michelle could care less. This week Flick Swap has been pre-empted in favor of special family Halloween reviews. With the help of our resident cartoon experts Connor and Emily, Maggie and the Ferocious Beast: Trick or Treat gets a big thumbs up. And for the tweenagers, R.L. Stein's Haunting Hour scares up some darker fun, complete with an appearance of Tobin Bell (Jigsaw). And speaking of scary, Kent's Flick Swap assignment for next week is Terms of Endearment. Poor guy. As we wait for that train wreck, don't forget to check out Kent's written review of Twilight Zone: The Movie. Enjoy!
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Episode 091: DVD Verdict 091 - Transformers

October 16,2007
Chief Justice Michael Stailey has long been accused of being more than meets the eye. But in this episode, he recaps Paramount's HD presentation of Michael Bay's TRANSFORMERS and sits down for a roundtable interview with veteran character actor Peter Cullen, the voice of Optimus Prime, Eeyore from Winnie the Pooh, and many other fond cartoon favorites. Enjoy!
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Episode 090: DVD Verdict 090 - Zelda Rubinstein

October 15,2007
Chief Justice Michael Stailey celebrates the 25th Anniversary of Steven Spielberg and Tobe Hooper's POLTERGEIST by bringing you a roundtable interview with Tangina herself, the lovely and talented actress Zelda Rubinstein. Enjoy!
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Episode 089: DVD Verdict 089 - View From the Couch [10/10/07]

October 10,2007
With another show lost to the malevolent demon beagle, Kent and Michelle bravely start over with take two. Michelle takes on KING KONG with a tear in her eye and an open fist headed for the back of Kent's head. A custom musical introduction heralds an new feature called Free Association. Connor returns, this time with his sister Emily, to share their insights on the Animal Planet series Prehistoric Park. Due to perplexing shipping delays with Canada Post, next week's reviews are up in the air, but whatever turns up you can bet they'll be discussing something interesting. Disclaimer: No animals were harmed during the second taping of this show. We can't account for the first. Enjoy!
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Episode 088: DVD Verdict 088 - The Friday Filibuster [10/05/07]

October 05,2007
The D-Mac machine is humming once again. Dave has conquered HALO 3 and has his sights set on GUITAR HERO 3, while Mac continues to hold up in Mandarin's stronghold within MARVEL ULTIMATE ALLIANCE. Dave popped his IMAX cherry with a second run screening of TRANSFORMERS, after writing up his HD DVD review of OUT FOR JUSTICE. Of course, this poses the question, what would it be like if Steven Seagal was your dad? Meanwhile, Mac is reveling in the comedic horror that is the Brit import SEVERANCE. Explore the disturbing trend of everything assuming the GRINDHOUSE mantle. Upcoming releases of note for Oct 09: Ben 10: Season 2, Everybody Hates Chris: Season 2, Evan Almighty, 28 Weeks Later, and Bud Spencer, Why Did You Pick on Me?. We cap the festivities off with this week's Ambush Topics: A memorable series of explosions; Professions that would benefit from Robo-version enhancement; Painful deaths by an unlikely creature; and Scenes from Michael Bay movies that defy the laws of physics. Enjoy!
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Episode 087: DVD Verdict 087 - View From the Couch [10/03/07]

October 03,2007
Even though Michelle is feeling a bit compressed, our favorite point-counterpoint team still finds the energy to pontificate on the life and times of Paris Hilton and Britney Spears. Meanwhile, K-Dix discusses the disturbing nature of characters who sing their thoughts in movie musicals like DREAMGIRLS. Our faithful TV investigators tackle the GEORGE LOPEZ show. And as we wrap, they raise their turkeys and pumpkin pies high to wish you a Happy Canadian Thanksgiving!
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Episode 086: DVD Verdict 086 - The Jungle Book 40th Anniversary

October 02,2007
Chief Justice Michael Stailey celebrates the 40th Anniversary edition of Walt Disney's THE JUNGLE BOOK by interviewing Disney Restoration Director Theo Gluck; Bruce Reitherman the voice of Mowgli and son of director Woolie Reitherman; and gives an audio review of the new PLATINUM EDITION DVD. Enjoy!
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Episode 085: DVD Verdict 085 - Oliver Stone

October 01,2007
Chief Justice Michael Stailey brings you a rare hour-long discussion with director Oliver Stone and his son Sean. A relaxed, candid, and at times jovial Stone talks in great detail about the many sacrifices made while making his historical epic ALEXANDER and what you can expect from his final three hour and forty five minute cut of the film on HD and BD (Blu-ray). Exclusive to this two releases is Sean's 90 minute feature-length documentary on the making of ALEXANDER, who was with the production from beginning to end. Oliver also talks in depth about his creative process, the fallout with Quentin Tarantino over NATURAL BORN KILLERS, the near career-killing trio of HEAVEN & EARTH, NIXON, and U TURN, his plans for the upcoming production of PINKVILLE, and much more. You won't find conversations like these anywhere else. Enjoy!
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Episode 084: DVD Verdict 084 - The Friday Filibuster [09/28/07]

September 28,2007
Minor audio issues and heavy breathing aside, the boys are back in fine form. It's gaming week: Dave is addicted to HALO 3, while Mac is tackling MARVEL ULTIMATE ALLIANCE. Yet somehow they find time to sample the new fall television season with thoughts on CHUCK, HEROES, and REAPER. In terms of DVD, Mac has just reviewed Nic Cage in NEXT, while Dave continues the gaming theme with his review of Jaime Pressly in D.O.A. On the release horizon for October 2 is FANTASTIC FOUR: RISE OF THE SILVER SURFER, Stephen King's 1408, and the direct-to-DVD SPECIES 4. Not to be overshadowed, this weeks Ambush Topics include: Characters with really long beards; Animals getting punched in the face; Movie characters youd want on your football team; and Mayhem on the moon. Enjoy!
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Episode 083: DVD Verdict 083 - View From the Couch [09/26/07]

September 26,2007
Autumn has arrived in Canada and our favorite husband and wife team are frolicking through the new Fall television season -- Torchwood, Chuck, Sarah Connor Chronicles, and more. Michelle experiences the Flick Swap glory that is SPARTA!!!! Sorry... Zack Synder's 300. And continuing their investigation of TV families throughout the decades, this week it's '70s classic ALL IN THE FAMILY. Just don't sit too close to your computer or you may catch Michelle's flu. Enjoy!
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Episode 082: DVD Verdict 082 - Director Wolfgang Petersen

September 24,2007
Chief Justice Michael Stailey brings you a unique hour long discussion with director Wolfgang Petersen. From the gory details of re-envisioning his historical epic TROY and the controversy surrounding the last minute replacement of composer James Horner for Gabriel Yared, to insights into DAS BOOT, IN THE LINE OF FIRE, and his plan for the shelved BATMAN VS. SUPERMAN project, it's a rare glimpse into the creative process of a truly gifted filmmaker. Enjoy!
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Episode 081: DVD Verdict 081 - The Friday Filibuster [09/21/07]

September 21,2007
The boys are back! This week, they're talking the season premiere of PRISON BREAK, the badass 3:10 TO YUMA, the premiere of Mac's debut documentary film, The Queens of Quads, and interesting cover art for DVDs streeting Sep 25. And before they clock out, this week's ambush topics include: Star Wars alien you would least like to be; Scenes involving rollerskates; Sports that would not make an awesome action movie; and Impossibly tough supernatural women. Enjoy!
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Episode 080: DVD Verdict 080 - JetSet Studios

September 20,2007
Gaining insight into an area of Hollywood few people know much about, Chief Justice Michael Stailey sits down with Russell Scott one the founding partners of California-based JetSet Studios. While you may not recognize the name of the company, you are almost certainly familiar with their work. JetSet takes the essence of a film in production and creates its original online presence in the form of official websites, viral games, and other media rich content, and their most recent projects wound up being two of the summer's biggest comedies KNOCKED UP and SUPERBAD. But the best part of this interview are Russell's stories about working with Wes Craven, taking on KING KONG, spending time in the BARNYARD, furthering George Romero's legacy with a site dedicated to DAWN OF THE DEAD, and much more. And if you'd like to relive fond memories of your childhood, check out their labor of love RetroLand. It's just another dose of quality Verdict infotainment. Enjoy!
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Episode 079: DVD Verdict 079 - View From the Couch [09/19/07]

September 19,2007
Technical issues threatened to derail the show, but Kent and Michelle marshaled on to explore the genius of Ms. South Carolina, the power of Ms. Jennifer Lopez on VHS, the magic of OZZIE AND HARRIET on DVD, cosmetic surgery of the stars, the name of the fourth INDIANA JONES film, the death of author Robert Jordan, and we finally learn why Kent hates THE BEATLES. Enjoy!
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Episode 078: DVD Verdict 078 -

September 18,2007
N/A
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Episode 077: DVD Verdict 077 - 2007 Fall TV Preview

September 17,2007
As summer fades, the entertainment industry gears up for another blockbuster season of television. With sizzle and sass, network execs rollout their freshmen series and repolish the returning veterans loaded with high expectations and much fanfare. To help you sort through the noise and discover what's really worth TIVOing this season, Judge Cynthia Boris and Chief Justice Michael Stailey are here to walk you through the Fall lineup. It's the most comprehensive and entertaining season preview you'll find anywhere. Enjoy!
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Episode 076: DVD Verdict 076 - The Friday Filibuster [09/14/07]

September 14,2007
Judges Dave Johnson and Mac McEntire bring you another spiritual springboard to a glorious weekend. Mac is hard at work on a review of the visually stunning SAMURAI JACK: SEASON FOUR. Dave is polishing off his review of THE UPRIGHT CITIZENS BRIGADE: SEASON TWO, and gives his highest recommendation to THE OFFICE: SEASON THREE. The boys tease out the new Fall television season. The best of next week's new releases include the Governator in COMMANDO, Criterion's ROBINSON CRUSOE ON MARS, Wolfgang Peterson's director's cut of TROY, the '80s cult classic THE LAST STARFIGHTER, and Bruce Timm's boiled down, loose interpretation of the Death of Superman in SUPERMAN: DOOMSDAY. And this week's highly anticipated Ambush Topics include: Musical instruments used as weapons; Memorable births; Disgusting feet; and Part Human/Part Animal. Enjoy!
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Episode 075: DVD Verdict 075 - View From the Couch [09/12/07]

September 12,2007
After a computer crash created the legend of Kent and Michelle's first lost episode (welcome to the wonderful world of podcasting), the result is what you're about to hear... Take 2. Recovering nicely, they touch on the events of September 11; Michelle's flick swap throws her into the world of ROBOCOP and the amazing acting prowess of Peter Weller's mouth; Flashback to the 1960s and explore Barbara Stanwyck, Lee Majors, and Linda Evans in THE BIG VALLEY, a unique TV family sans patriarch; Kent steels himself for next week's flick swap assignment -- SELENA -- ((insert dramatic music here)); and the studio Beagle returns. Enjoy!
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Episode 074: DVD Verdict 074 - Director William Friedkin (part 2)

September 11,2007
In the second half of our two-part interview with director William Friedkin, we learn more about the backstory and experience of filming CRUISING, THE FRENCH CONNECTION, and SORCERER; filmmaking before the days of CGI and insanely expensive music licensing; his fascination with unsolved crimes and passion for opera; how stories and art are given new life throughout the generations; the genius of Tracy Letts, Harvey Goldstein, Joe Carnahan, and Marcel Proust; and much much more. It's a rare glimpse into the mind and heart of a true artist. Enjoy!
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Episode 073: DVD Verdict 073 - Director William Friedkin (part 1)

September 10,2007
The first of our two-part interview with director William Friedkin, whose disturbing 1980 film Cruising is coming to DVD September 18 from Warner Home Video. This first segment is a Q&A recorded in late August just prior to a screening of the remastered film in Hollywood, and features stories very few people have heard surrounding the making not only of Cruising, but of The French Connection and The Exorcist as well. We'll have the second segment for you tomorrow. Enjoy!
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Episode 072: DVD Verdict 072 - The Friday Filibuster [09/07/07]

September 07,2007
The DJ-Mac attack is back, tackling such controversial topics as THE OFFICE: Which is better... BBC or NBC?; What new fall television series are you looking forward to?; John Woo's FACE/OFF: Great action pic or ridiculous blockbuster?; and dissecting the second seasons of PRISON BREAK and BONES. If that were enough material for one show, this week's Ambush Topics include: Favorite DIE HARD kills; Bald women on film; Shocking nipple experiences; and Long lost evil twins. Enjoy!
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Episode 071: DVD Verdict 071 - View From the Couch [09/05/07]

September 05,2007
The kids are back in school and Kent and Michelle are happy campers! This week's Flick Swap is Maid in Manhattan and Kent gets swept up by the sizzle between JLo and Ralph Fiennes. You can bet there will be many more Chick Flicks on the way. Lucky guy. On the PBS Kids front, Kent calls on the expert testimony of son Connor to assist with reviews of Caillou's Playschool Adventures and Jay Jay's Wing Wigglin' Mystery, while Michelle warns of the potential creepy factor Jay Jay presents for adults. It's a show that'll make you wish you had a Special K. Enjoy!
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Episode 070: DVD Verdict 070 - Summer Movie Wrap-up

September 03,2007
As we bid farewell to the Summer of 2007, Judge Bill Gibron and Chief Justice Michael Stailey take a look back at the good, the surprising, and the downright strange films that graced our local multiplex screens over the past four months. The $4 Billion record-breaking box office has Hollywood execs a bit nervous at the moment. With a major creative strike gathering momentum in the distance, it's more difficult to garner public sympathy for skyrocketing production costs when receipts are up 6% and attendance has increased nearly 10% over last year. So much for the home theatre crowd forsaking the theatrical experience.
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Episode 069: DVD Verdict 069 - The Friday Filibuster [08/31/07]

August 31,2007
With some heavy breathing into the microphone, Judges David Johnson and Mac McEntire explore the filth and profanity of SUPERBAD; compare notes on their respective reviews of HEROES: SEASON 1 in standard and HD DVD; Mac shares his addiction to the Showtime series DEXTER. In terms of September 18 upcoming releases, Dave speaks of his exhaustion surrounding PRISON BREAK: SEASON 2, Mac shares his excitement for ROBOT CHICKEN: SEASON 2, and not safe for work cover art. And this week's Ambush Topics include Actors who have been unconvincing lawyers; Worst anachronisms in period films (Listener request); Unbelievable spy gadgets; and Films that would benefit from a Predator appearance. Enjoy!
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Episode 068: DVD Verdict 068 - View From the Couch [08/29/07]

August 29,2007
After a couple weeks off, Kent and Michelle are back in the saddle and rarin' to go. This week they explore the joys of summer vacation, the horrors of international shipping, the gray area between Erin Grey, Jennifer Grey, crows, and birds, the idiocy of remaking THE DAY THE EARTH STOOD STILL, Michelle's first foray into Alfred Hitchcock's THE BIRDS, and a review of HOME IMPROVEMENT: SEASON SEVEN, all while a maniacal beagle attempts to destroy the studio. Enjoy!
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Episode 067: DVD Verdict 067 - The Friday Filibuster [08/24/07]

August 24,2007
Judges David Johnson and Mac McEntire try their best not to be horrible this week. Mac is hard at work on his analysis of THE SIMPSONS: SEASON 10. Dave extolls the virtues of CIA policy for the assassination of Autistic boys in the HD version of MERCURY RISING. The boys talk the fallout of Paramount's decision to go exclusively with the HD DVD format. Perusing the Aug 28 releases, Mac recommends HEROES: SEASON ONE, while Dave is excited about the special edition release of the original 3:10 TO YUMA. This week's Ambush Topics include: Musical numbers in non-musicals; When super-intelligent characters make stupid decisions; Best use of a frozen lake; and Characters that live impossible lifestyles. Enjoy!
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Episode 066: DVD Verdict 066 - The Friday Filibuster [08/17/07]

August 17,2007
Judges David Johnson and Mac McEntire are back on that horse. This week they talk DIE HARD (wait, is this a repeat?), the unique film KISS MY SNAKE (I guess not), and Mac's new job, while previewing the upcoming release of HOUSE: SEASON 3, and SARAH CONNOR LIVE! But the best part of the show is this week's Ambush Topics: Scariest rabbit on television or film; Non-Western cowboy movies; Weird food; and Memorable performances by British stage actors in bad American action films. Enjoy!
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Episode 065: DVD Verdict 065 - Hayden Panettiere

August 13,2007
Chief Justice Michael Stailey sits in on a question and answer session with Heroes star Hayden Panettiere, as she talks up the Aug 28 DVD release of HEROES: SEASON ONE, teases out storylines for the Sep 24 premiere of Season Two, and shares her frustration with being a frequent target of the paparazzi. Too often people forget Hayden's a real teenager, thrust into the very adult world of television entertainment, and handling it as best she can. Enjoy!
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Episode 064: DVD Verdict 064 - The Friday Filibuster [08/10/07]

August 10,2007
Judges David Johnson and Mac McEntire crack open the Butter Beer to talk more HARRY POTTER AND THE ORDER OF THE PHOENIX; Dave is annoyed the BOURNE films don't live up to Robert Ludlam's original novels; The boys are getting pysched about SUPERBAD; Mac is painfully sitting through LOONATICS UNLEASHED; Dave is drooling over the HD DVD releases of HOT FUZZ, SHAUN OF THE DEAD, and 300; and Mac plays Guess what I'm most looking forward to? with August 14 releases -- Dave fails miserably. This week's titillating Ambush Topics include: Lamest vampire deaths; a Scene in which someone gets pulled over by the police; Tough guys in women's makeup; Take a movie and turn it into a video game. Enjoy!
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Episode 063: DVD Verdict 063 -

August 09,2007
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Episode 062: DVD Verdict 062 - View from the Couch [08/08/07]

August 08,2007
This week, Michelle takes the kids and the dog and leaves Kent to pilot the couch solo. To pass the time, this swingin' bachelor dives head first into their new Flick Swap segment by sharing his first experience with DIRTY DANCING, his review of THE SIMPSONS MOVIE, binging on George Romero and Michael Bay films, being harassed by inconsiderate movie goers, and a fond recollection of Canadian tornadoes. Now that's a full show. Enjoy!
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Episode 061: DVD Verdict 061 - Flash Gordon Set Tour

August 07,2007
Chief Justice Michael Stailey returns from the Planet Mongo to report on his set tour of the SciFi Channel's latest reimagining -- Flash Gordon. From costume and set design, to a question and answer session with the cast, this is your exclusive backstage look at what promises to be a fascinating ride. Enjoy!
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Episode 060: DVD Verdict 060 - Director Ridley Scott

August 06,2007
Chief Justice Michael Stailey returns from Comic-Con with a rare treat -- an intimate roundtable discussion with director Ridley Scott regarding the upcoming release of Warner Home Video's 5-Disc Special Edition of BLADERUNNER. It's a revealing question and answer session you will not want to miss.
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Episode 059: DVD Verdict 059 - The Friday Filibuster [08/03/07]

August 03,2007
With tails between their legs, Judges Dave Johnson and Mac McEntire return to correct their oversight on the death of the Evil Queen in Walt Disney's SNOW WHITE. With that out of the way... Dave talks up the joys of BBC America and MI-5; Mac shares his love for THE SIMPSONS MOVIE; Dave is stuck in a Spanish-speaking Medieval universe with an Albino alien Romeo and Harvey Keitel(?); Mac returns to the world of the DRESDEN DOLLS; Dave gushes over the final bad guy death in the whacked-out DYNAMITE WARRIOR; and the boys highlight the best of August 7th's new releases -- TMNT, THE TICK VS. SEASON TWO, THE SIMPSONS: SEASON 10, FLASH GORDON: SAVIOUR OF THE UNIVERSE EDITION, and DISTURBIA, among others. Finally, this week's Ambush Topics: Creepy cats; Structure fires to be reckoned with; Movie or TV characters you wouldn't want to hang out with; and Surfing scenes that stretch credibility. Enjoy!
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Episode 058: DVD Verdict 058 - NBC's Heroes

August 03,2007
Chief Justice Michael Stailey returns from his five week travel extravaganza armed with all sorts of audio goodies. First up, a press conference with HEROES creator Tim Kring and star Masi Oka (Hiro) answering questions and discussing the Aug 28 release of HEROES: SEASON ONE on DVD, plus what we can expect to see when the series returns for SEASON TWO on Monday, September 24 with an 11-episode, no repeat run. Enjoy!
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Episode 057: DVD Verdict 057 - View from the Couch [08/01/07]

August 01,2007
This week, Kent and Michelle talk about the pitfalls of family camping, childhood movie memories, David Fincher films, upcoming feature segments, renaming your dog to honor the end of the Harry Potter book franchise, and asking the age old question... "Can one truly have too much milk?" You make the call. Enjoy!
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Episode 056: DVD Verdict 056 - The Friday Filibuster [07/27/07]

July 27,2007
Judges David Johnson and Mac McEntire are back in the saddle for another show. Dave shares his experience watching NOMAD and its lack of "holy crap" moments. Mac loves his MONSTER SQUAD. The disappointment continues, as Dave fails to be impressed by HARRY POTTER AND THE ORDER OF THE PHOENIX and Mac feels the same about the book (which he just finished). But the tide is stemmed by LIVE FREE OR DIE HARD, which Dave calls "one of the more entertaining films of the summer." Previewing next week's releases, 300 rises head and shoulders above the crowd, followed quickly by HOT FUZZ and PATHFINDER. Ambush topics of the week: Best gun fights; Monsters that come in strange shapes and sizes; Just die already; Monsters that should be scary but aren't. Enjoy!
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Episode 055: DVD Verdict 055: View from the Couch [07/25/07]

July 25,2007
Welcome to the very first episode of "View From The Couch!" Join Judges Kent and Michelle Dixon as they share their experiences as parents of young children who still love their regular dose of big-screen fun. With differing backgrounds, views, and opinions, every episode will give you their unvarnished views and reviews of what they've seen -- from TV to DVD and theatrical releases, plus whatever else comes to mind! On this episode: Harry Potter and J.K. Rowling's riches; scarring your children with dinosaurs; Transformers; and much more. Enjoy!
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Episode 054: DVD Verdict 054 - The Friday Filibuster [07/20/07]

July 20,2007
Just another day on the ranch with Mac and Dave as they hash out the strengths and inconsistencies of CBS's comeback series JERICHO; dive into the new titles hitting store shelves on July 24, such as NOMAD PERFUME, RENAISSANCE, ZODIAC, and the anniversary release of MONSTER SQUAD, to name just a few; and explore the mysteries of this week's ambush topics: Characters who can see into the future, Memorable movie smells, Ridiculous hairstyles, and the best visual death scenes from Disney animated classics. Enjoy!
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Episode 053: DVD Verdict 053 - The Friday Filibuster [07/13/07]

July 13,2007
Judges Dave Johnson and Mac McEntire return from their holiday break rested, recharged, and rarin' to go. The boys go head-to-head talking smack about TRANSFORMERS; extoll the virtues of Pixar's RATATOUILLE; rundown the remaining summer tentpole pictures; and take a quick look at the July 17 releases of THE INCREDIBLE HULK: SEASON TWO, the altruistic Vampire reality of PERFECT CREATURE, and special edition releases of RED DAWN and SHOWGIRLS. Finally, this week's Ambush Topics include... Characters made entirely of food; Reality-stretching moments from SAVED BY THE BELL; Pitting villains from Harrison Ford movies against each other; If you were on the island of LOST. Enjoy!
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Episode 052: DVD Verdict 052 - The Friday Filibuster [06/29/07]

June 29,2007
Judges Dave Johnson and Mac McEntire are back in action. This week, Mac cops to seeing NANCY DREW as a chaser to his work on WELCOME BACK, KOTTER: SEASON ONE, and Dave is jonesin' for a John McLane fix after a successful crossing of the BREACH . Eureka! It's a bootylicious week of new releases. And your "reward" for making it this far are this week's ambush topics: One word movie quotes; Awesome movie horns (not the musical instrument, but appendages adorning the head); A woman's purse used as a weapon; and Horrible CGI effects. Enjoy!
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Episode 051: DVD Verdict 051 - The Friday Filibuster [06/22/07]

June 22,2007
Judges Dave Johnson and Mac McEntire return with an undressing of Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer and the Die Hard Trilogy DVD box set. Explore the June 26th DVD releases of MST3K: Volume 11 and Frankenstein Conquers the World. And wade into the deep end of the pool with Ambush Topics like... Memorable beheadings; Memorable dismemberments; We could've really used Robocop back there; and Impeccably well-dressed villains. It's 36 minutes of your life you'll never get back. Enjoy!
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Episode 050: DVD Verdict 050 - The Friday Filibuster [06/15/07]

June 15,2007
Judges Dave Johnson and Mac McEntire get animated with reviews of Animaniacs: Volume 3, Rio Bravo in HD, and Reno 911! Season Four. Delve into the most interesting upcoming June 19 DVD releases, including The Secret of Nimh and Silver Spoons: Season One. And behold this week's Ambush Topics... Favorite villain's henchmen; Memorable impalements; Gigantic spiders; and Lamest sidekicks. Enjoy!
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Episode 049: DVD Verdict 049 - The Friday Filibuster [06/08/07]

June 08,2007
Judges Dave Johnson and Mac McEntire are back in action and talking trash about 28 WEEKS LATER, KNOCKED UP, and the DVD release of GHOST RIDER; preview their upcoming TV box set reviews of Jason of Star Command and Coach: Season Two. But most importantly, they delve into four new ambush topics such as Fat slobs on film, Helicopter action scenes, "Get that man a lightsaber!", and Cheesy James Bond moments. Enjoy!
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Episode 048: DVD Verdict 048 - Actor Nicholas Lea

June 06,2007
Chief Justice Michael Stailey gets the rare opportunity to interrogate Kyle XY's mysterious Tom Foss, better known as actor Nicholas Lea. They also get to discuss his role as the nefarious Alex Krycek on The X-Files, his new film Vice, and spending pilot season working with writer/creator Tim Minear on Fox's all too quickly cancelled series Drive.
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Episode 047: DVD Verdict 047 - The Friday Filibuster [06/01/07]

June 01,2007
After a week's vacation, Judges Dave Johnson and Mac McEntire return to discuss the HD DVD release of Mel Gibson's Road Warrior, preview their upcoming reviews of Air Wolf: Season 3 and Kyle XY: Season 1, and peruse next week's release list and cover art for titles streeting next Tuesday, June 05. And, of course, this week's "Ambush Topics" include: Movie and TV scenes featuring bows and arrows; Movie gadgets you really wanted as a kid; Coolio on film; and Worst post-apocalyptic movies. Enjoy!
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Episode 046: DVD Verdict 046 - Hollywood Summer Preview

May 28,2007
Join Chief Justice Michael Stailey and Judges Adam Arseneau, Dave Johnson, Ryan Keefer, Mac McEntire, and Dan Mancini as they preview the 15 biggest summer movies of 2007 and a handful of under the radar films you might have overlooked. It's the "Summer of Sequels!"
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Episode 045: DVD Verdict 045 - Lost Season 3 Wrap-Up

May 24,2007
Judges David Johnson, Adam Arseneau, and Bailiff Erich Asperschlager dissect the much anticipated LOST season three finale. Will our heroes finally make it off the island? What "work" does John have to do? Will Desmond and Charlie make it back to the surface? How will the game change for season four? With only 48 episodes left to go, do the writers finally know what they're doing? Inquiring minds want to know.
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Episode 044: DVD Verdict 044 - Veronica Mars Post-Mortem

May 22,2007
Join Judge David Johnson and newly appointed Bailiff Erich Asperschlager as they autopsy the third and possibly final season of The CW's VERONICA MARS.
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Episode 043: DVD Verdict 043 - The Friday Filibuster [05/18/07]

May 18,2007
Judges Dave Johnson and Mac McEntire pull a Siskel and Ebert (I'll let you figure our who is who) on Sam Raimi's super-sequel SPIDER-MAN 3, as well as preview the upcoming releases of AIR WOLF: SEASON 3 and the John Wayne Centennial Celebration from a number of studios. For the complete listing and cover art of all May 22 releases head over to http://dvdverdict.com/upcoming/. And now, the moment you've all be waiting for, this week's Ambush Topics: What the #$%@! moments; Most lopsided fight; Ridiculous Batman devices; and Movie or television action figures we'd most like to see. Enjoy your weekend!
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Episode 042: DVD Verdict 042 - Gail Zappa

May 17,2007
Chief Justice Michael Stailey returns for a chat with Frank Zappa's wife Gail on the release of Eagle Rock's double album DVD, Apostrophe/Over-nite Sensation, the genius of Frank and his work, and other projects headed your way this year from the Zappa clan.
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Episode 041: DVD Verdict 041 - The Friday Filibuster [05/11/07]

May 11,2007
Judges Dave Johnson and Mac McEntire talk up the season finales of HEROES, 24, JERICHO, and LOST; preview upcoming reviews of THE TOWER and the JEAN CLAUDE VAN DAMME COLLECTION; tease out the best and worst DVD releases for May 15; and tackle this week's Ambush Topics: Inappropriate moments in famously dramatic films for a Wookie to appear; Dark gloomy castles; Favorite smart ass one-liners preceding or following the death of a bad guy; and Movies that takes place in or features characters from Ireland. Enjoy!
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Episode 040: DVD Verdict 040 - The Friday Filibuster [05/04/07]

May 04,2007
Judges Dave Johnson and Mac McEntire review the theatrical release of HOTT FUZZ; preview upcoming reviews of FIRED! and the fourth season of "Wings"; tease out the good, bad, and downright bizarre DVD releases for May 08; and go in-depth on this week's Ambush Topics: Knocking someone unconscious with a single punch; Rats on film; Abraham Lincoln used for comedic effect; and Jarring murders perpetrated by King Kong. Enjoy!
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Episode 039: DVD Verdict 039 - The Friday Filibuster with Dave and Mac [04/27/07]

April 27,2007
Judges Dave Johnson and Mac McEntire preview upcoming reviews of HARRY AND THE HENDERSONS and KRAKEN: TENTACLES OF THE DEEP. Coming to stores this week are the Academy Award winning film adaptation of DREAMGIRLS, the Chevy Chase classic FLETCH, and Anna Nicole's Smith's final on screen appearance in ILLEGAL ALIENS. For a full rundown of May 01 releases, head over to dvdverdict.com/upcoming/. And last but not least, this week's Ambush Topics: Sexy Space Aliens; Awesome Booby Traps; Moments from the Fox series 24that Defy the Laws of Physics; and Talking Animals that Warm Your Heart. Enjoy!
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Episode 038: DVD Verdict 038 - The Friday Filibuster with Dave and Mac [04/20/07]

April 20,2007
Judges Dave Johnson and Mac McEntire preview upcoming reviews of the "deceptively dumb" Drew Carey Show: Season One, and the nostalgia of Full House: Season Six. Coming to stores this week are the sleazy syndicated series Cheaters, the ridiculously bad anime series Shingu: Secret of the Stellar Wars, and Denzel Washington's DEJA VU. For a full rundown of April 24 releases, head over to dvdverdict.com/upcoming/. And last but not least, this week's Ambush Topics: Costly strategic blunders by the Galactic Empire, Scenes that take place at or near a waterfall, Bad ass puppets, and Scenes that take place on New Year's Eve. Enjoy!
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Episode 037: DVD Verdict 037 - The Friday Filibuster with Dave and Mac [04/13/07]

April 13,2007
Judges Dave Johnson and Mac McEntire prepare you for the Summer movie onslaught by talking TRANSFORMERS; rundown a list of reviews they're working on (Teen Titans: Season Three, The History Channel's Dogfights); preview next week's new releases including Smokin' Aces, and Congorama; and dive head first into their Ambush Topics of the Week: "Fight scenes using uncoventional weapons," Least intimidating killer robots," Violence to the human knee," and Movie scenes that creeped you out when you were younger... and still do today." Enjoy!
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Episode 036: DVD Verdict 036 - DARK RIDE director Craig Singer

April 10,2007
Chief Justice Michael Stailey and Judge Cynthia Boris sit down with DARK RIDE writer/director Craig Singer, to talk about the making of the film, celebrate the life of Bob Clark, and discuss his upcoming fan-created film SCREAMWRITER, the first production from the new fan fiction driven site, FanLib.com. Enjoy!
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Episode 035: DVD Verdict 035 - The Friday Filibuster with Dave and Mac [04/06/07]

April 06,2007
Judges Dave Johnson and Mac McEntire gear up for the weekend by previewing upcoming reviews of Warner Bros.' futuristic descendants of Bugs and Daffy in LOONATICS UNLEASHED, HUNDRA - the female version of Conan, Season Three of THE BATMAN, and the special edition releases of PHANTASM and MAJOR LEAGUE. For a full rundown of April 10 releases, head over to dvdverdict/.com/upcoming. And random movie topics explored this week include: Best bad guy plummets, Movies featuring an octopus or octopus-like creature, Moments that defy the laws of physics, and Chase scenes using unconventional vehicles. Enjoy!
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Episode 034: DVD Verdict 034 - PHANTASM director Don Coscarelli

April 02,2007
Chief Justice Michael Stailey sits down with writer, director, and horror legend Don Coscarelli to discuss the upcoming DVD release of Phantasm, Phantasm III, and Survival Quest, as well as his latest project Bubba Nosferatu and the Curse of the She-Vampires. (29 min)
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Episode 033: DVD Verdict 033 - The Friday Filibuster with Dave and Mac (03/30/07)

March 30,2007
Judges David Johnson and Mac McEntire return to provide sneak peeks at their upcoming review titles; Mac reviews the theatrical release of TMNT; the boys rundown next week's DVD releases, including TWIN PEAKS: SEASON TWO; and this week's random film topics include... Movies about safe-cracking, Jarring displays of male nudity, Male villains with long hair, and R-rated violence in PG movies.
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Episode 032: DVD Verdict 032 - The Friday Filibuster with Dave and Mac

March 23,2007
Welcome to the premiere installment of Judge David Johnson and Judge Mac McEntire's The Friday Filibuster with Dave and Mac. It's a 30 minute look at what's headed your way on DVD in the coming week, plus handful of off-the-wall random movie topics. Enjoy!
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Episode 031: DVD Verdict 031 - PETER PAN voice actress Kathryn Beaumont

March 06,2007
Chief Counsel Michael Stailey returns from a month-long exile to bring you an exclusive interview with Disney legend Kathryn Beaumont, the voice of Wendy in PETER PAN and Alice in ALICE IN WONDERLAND. A great companion piece to our review of the new Two-Disc Platinum Edition DVD. Enjoy!
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Episode 030: DVD Verdict 030 - Live! Disney's PETER PAN Premiere

February 03,2007
From the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, CA, Chief Counsel Michael Stailey brings you live coverage of opening night for Walt Disney's PETER PAN, meticulously restored for its Two-Disc Platinum Edition DVD release on March 6. The night was hosted by Disney producer Don Hahn (LION KING) with special guests Kathryn Beaumont (voice of Wendy), Paul Collins (voice of John), June Foray (voice of Mermaid and Indian Squaw), Margaret Kerry (voice of Mermaid and the live action model for Tinker Bell), Disney animator Eric Goldberg (the Genie from ALADDIN), and legendary composer Richard Sherman (MARY POPPINS) who, along with singer Paige O'Hara (Belle from BEAUTY AND THE BEAST) helped recreate a lost song from Walt's original 1939 concept for PETER PAN.
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Episode 029: DVD Verdict 029 - Entertainment Docket for January 29

January 29,2007
Chief Counsel Michael Stailey runs down highlights of the week's slate of DVD releases and what you can look forward to in March, April, and May. He also previews several new DVD reviews posting this week including James Franco in FLYBOYS, Kurt Thomas in GYMKATA, WWE Superstar John Cena in THE MARINE, and a Doris Day double feature in CAPRICE and MOVE OVER, DARLING.
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Episode 028: DVD Verdict 028 - THE GUARDIAN director Andy Davis

January 20,2007
Chief Counsel Michael Stailey sits down with director Andy Davis to discuss his Coast Guard action film THE GUARDIAN and his visual inspirations. We also kick off our new theatrical reviews segment with Todd Field's LITTLE CHILDREN.
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Episode 027: DVD Verdict 027 - Entertainment Docket for January 15

January 15,2007
Chief Counsel Michael Stailey runs down highlights of the week's slate of DVD releases, what's coming to theatres, and what you can look forward to on television, all while battling a ridiculous head cold. He also previews several new DVD reviews posting this week including MOUCHETTE: CRITERION COLLECTION, CRANK, THE DESCENT, and THE CELESTINE PROPHECY, and takes a look at notable upcoming releases including THE DEPARTED, John Cameron Mitchell's SHORT BUS, Walt Disney's 1920s ALICE COMEDIES, and THE DUKES OF HAZZARD: THE BEGINNING, among others.
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Episode 026: Entertainment Docket for January 8

January 08,2007
Chief Counsel Michael Stailey runs down highlights of the week's slate of DVD releases, what's coming to theatres, and what you can look forward to on television, all while battling a ridiculous head cold. He also previews several new DVD reviews posting this week including BANDIDAS, IDIOCRACY, and THE GRIDIRON GANG.
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Episode 025: KING KONG producer Michael Pellerin

January 04,2007
In a fascinating interview, Chief Counsel Michael Stailey sits down with LORD OF THE RINGS and KING KONG producer Michael Pellerin, who shares his thoughts on the pleasure of collaborating with Peter Jackson, redefining the value of DVD special editions, the potential future of THE HOBBIT, and the passion and dedication needed to be a successful filmmaker.
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Episode 024: Best of Holiday Film and Television

December 24,2006
In our first annual Christmas Special, Chief Counsel Michael Stailey is joined by 22 of Verdict's 40 writers and editors to reminisce about their favorite holiday films and television specials of yesterday and today.
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Episode 023: Entertainment Docket for December 18

December 23,2006
Chief Counsel Michael Stailey gives a rundown of new DVD releases for the week of December 18 and accompanying DVD Verdict reviews. He also takes a look to notable releases arriving in January and February 2007, followed by our regular look at new films coming to theatres this weekend and spotlights interesting television for the week.
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Episode 022: Entertainment Docket for December 11

December 11,2006
Welcome to DVD Verdict presents, our new weekly format. Each Monday, we'll run down the entertainment schedule for film, television, and DVD, to help you plan your week. We'll also give you a sneak peek at the DVD reviews we have lined up over the next five days. This week, Chief Counsel Michael Stailey previews George Clooney's The Good German, NBC's A Year Without a Santa Claus, and a sleigh full of TV on DVD.
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Episode 021: BLACK CHRISTMAS director Bob Clark

December 09,2006
Chief Counsel Michael Stailey kicks off our Holly Jolly Christmas celebration with writer/director Bob Clark whose films BLACK CHRISTMAS (1974) and A CHRISTMAS STORY (1983) make the perfect bookend of classic Christmas DVDs. Bob gives us the inside story on both pictures, the new remake of BLACK CHRISTMAS (2006) by Glen Morgan and James Wong (X-Files, Millennium), and several other remakes of his films in the works by Eli Roth, Howard Stern, and Bob himself. Then stick around after the interview for voice mail highlights, and a preview of our new show format kicking off next week!
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Episode 020: Disneys AIR BUDDIES World Premiere

December 03,2006
LIVE from the Walt Disney Studios in Burbank, CA comes the first in our EXHIBIT series, covering premieres, film festivals, award shows, and more. This week it's the world premiere of newest film in the AIR BUD franchise -- AIR BUDDIES. Highlights of a Q&A session with director Robert Vince and actors Richard Karn, Paul Rae, Trevor Wright, Dominic Scott Kay, Skyler Gisondo, Tyler Guerrero, and Christian Pike; and audio clips from the film. AIR BUDDIES comes to DVD on December 12 from Buena Vista Home Entertainment.
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Episode 019: Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Mans Chest

November 28,2006
This week is a FLASHBACK episode. Originally recorded back on September 4, the show was shelved due to technical difficulties. Now that they've been straightened out, Captain Michael Stailey and his trusted crew Cynthia Boris, Brett Cullum, and Erick Harper are armed and ready pillage and plunder the summer box office, and more specifically the pros and cons of Captain Jack Sparrow's second adventure, PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: DEAD MAN'S CHEST.
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Episode 018: TERRORSTORM director Alex Jones

November 10,2006
On what turned out to be an historic Election Day 2006, Chief Counsel Michael Stailey sat down with investigative journalist and documentary filmmaker Alex Jones, to discuss his latest film TERRORSTORM, the war of terrorism, and the rapidly changing political climate.
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Episode 017: IN THE DARK director Slater Kane, actors Sean Wing and Mara Marini

October 30,2006
In this Halloween-themed treat, Judge Cynthia Boris and Chief Counsel Michael Stailey have a the pleasure of sitting down with writer/director Slater Kane and actors Sean Wing and Mara Marini to discuss their new horror film IN THE DARK, the current state of the horror genre, and favorite Halloween films.
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Episode 016: SLITHER director James Gunn

October 27,2006
Judges David Johnson, Mac McEntire, Brett Cullum, and Cynthia Boris talk the rise and fall of gore in film and on television, but the centerpiece of this episode is Dave's interview with SLITHER writer/director James Gunn.
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Episode 015: VEGGIE TALES co-creator Mike Nawrocki

October 20,2006
Judge David Johnson sits down with VEGGIE TALES co-creator Mike Nawrocki on the history of the series and their forthcoming feature film for Universal. Judge Brett Cullum's news update includes Netflix, iTunes, and Kirsten Dunst's beheading by the critics, while Judge Cynthia Boris concludes her update on the new Fall Television Season.
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Episode 014: SHADOW FALLS creator Kendal Sinn

October 13,2006
Judge Dave Johnson sits down with Shadow Falls creator Kendal Sinn, to discuss the evolution of his groundbreaking online mystery/horror series, his partnership with The Horror Channel, and what the future holds this dark, fictional Midwestern town and its inhabitants.
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Episode 013: Hollywood Horrors

October 06,2006
Your host, Judge David Johnson, presents a triple threat of cinematic cheese -- SHOWGIRLS by Judge Brett Cullum, HALLOWEEN III by Judge Brendan Babish, and STAR CRASH by Judge Erick Harper. This episode is not for the lactose intolerant!
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Episode 012: Star Trek Smackdown

September 28,2006
GEEK FIGHT!!! Bedlam ensues as Judges David Johnson, Cynthia Boris, Eric Profancik, and Public Defender David Lee Gold take up Lirpas and trade blows on past, present, and speculative future elements of Star Trek. Four will enter, one will leave.
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Episode 011: B-Movie Double Feature

September 28,2006
Our regular collaborators -- Brett Cullum and Cynthia Boris -- join forces for their weekly synopses on Hollywood and television. Then, Dave Johnson and Paul Corupe discuss sweet hobo justice and mythological rockers as they pour out their mutual love for the worst of Hollywood and off-Hollywood productions.
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Episode 010: Back to School Special

September 15,2006
Join Judges David Johnson, Cynthia Boris, and Mac McEntire on the short bus for this Back to School special, spotlighting the most memorable school-themed television series and films. Judge Brett Cullum dishes on everyone from Eva Longoria to Oliver Stone, and find out why drunk driving has become the new pink. And Judge Cynthia Boris talks Grey's Anatomy: Season Two, Smallville: Season Five, The Office: Season Two, and much more.
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Episode 009: Chick Flicks

September 06,2006
Judge David Johnson pulls together the team of Judge Brett Cullum and Public Defender Carey Johnson for a detailed look at films created primarily for a female audience. Judge Cynthia Boris previews the first season release of "Supernatural" and gives us her top five picks for Chick TV. And Brett talks Hollywood's narcissistic obsession with plastic surgery.
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Episode 008: FREEZERBURN director Melissa Balin

August 30,2006
Welcome to the first installment of DEPOSITIONS, our indepth discussions with filmmakers, producers, and industry professionals. In this episode, Judges David Johnson and Cynthia Boris interrogate director/producer Melissa Balin on the movie FREEZERBURN, her directorial debut. Having grown up in a showbiz family, most would assume it would be easy to get a feature made. Guess again! To finance the picture, she begged and borrowed, called on family and friends, coerced her brother to refinance his house, and was the first producer to sell the distribution rights to a film on eBay. The result is a star-studded indie muder mystery on the set of a classic television series reunion show -- and a hilarious interview in which Judge Johnson finds himself in the hot seat.
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Episode 007: James Bond from Connery to Craig

August 25,2006
Judge David Johnson has warmed up the Aston Martin and Appellate Judge Rob Lineberger is shaken a new batch of martinis, as these two secret agents dissect the world of James Bond, from Connery to Craig. Favorite Bond girls? Best and worst villain deaths? You'll learn more about 007 than you thought possible. Also, Judge Brett Cullum stops by with the inside story on Daniel Craig and Casino Royale, and Judge Cythnia Boris is on the run from a Zuni fetish doll, while updating us on the new CW and Fox fall schedules.
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Episode 006: Supernatural TV

August 18,2006
The spirit world is disturbed this week, as Judges David Johnson, Cynthia Boris, and Jennifer Malkowski do a little ghostbusting on supernatural television series past and present. Judge Brett Cullum stops by with casting news on Christopher Nolan's next Batman film, THE DARK KNIGHT, while Cynthia talks up the release of the little known 1970s BILL COSBY SHOW and SNL alum Dana Carvey's role in BLUE THUNDER.
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Episode 005: Comics to Film

August 11,2006
Judge David Johnson and this week's co-host, Chief Counsel Michael Stailey, launch an action-packed discussion into the exceptionally best and hideously worst comic book to film adaptations. Judge Brett Cullum is riding shotgun with Mel Gibson while dishing on the diva antics of Scarlett Johannson, and Judge Cynthia Boris waxes nostalgic about bipodal martial arts canines and last season's canceled threshold breaking, surface dwelling, invasion series.
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Episode 004: Films Greatest Indestructible Heroes

August 06,2006
Judge David Johnson takes over the courtroom, with a new weekly format, a rotating co-host, The Verdict Five (a rapid fire topical hotlist), Judge Cynthia Boris' Prime Suspects, Judge Brett Cullum's Hearsay, and much more! This week, Judge Mac McEntire joins Dave for a look at film's most resilient protagonists, and a Verdict Five rundown of the big screen's greatest indestructible heroes.
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Episode 003: X-Men vs. Superman

July 30,2006
Chief Counsel Michael Stailey, Judge Jennifer Malkowski, and Judge Brett Cullum peel away the layers of spandex on two of this summer's hottest box office draws -- X-MEN: THE LAST STAND and SUPERMAN RETURNS. Also, Judges Michael Rankins, Bryan Pope, Mac McEntire, Dennis Prince, and Ryan Keefer stop by to introduce themselves. Our regular feature segments have the week off, to prepare for Judge David Johnson's arrival as host and their new live discussion format.
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Episode 002: TV Talk

July 10,2006
Quick, turn on the TV! Chief Justice Michael Stailey is joined by Judges David Johnson and Cynthia Boris for an in-depth look at the best and worst of the 2005-06 television season. Cynthia previews new TV releases of Perry Mason, The Incredible Hulk, and Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea. Michael recaps opening weekend of PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: DEAD MAN'S CHEST, the Emmy Award nominations, and a live-action version of A YEAR WITHOUT A SANTA CLAUS. David analyzes the hostility of THE JACKHAMMER MASSACRE. And Brett dishes about Britney Spears, Jessica Simpson, Bruce Willis, and director David Lynch.
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Episode 001: Series Premiere

June 20,2006
Chief Counsel Michael Stailey premieres the show's featured segments, talks with Chief Justice Mike Jackson and retired Chief Justice Sean McGinnis about DVD Verdict's evolution, introduces some of the site's presiding personalities, and provides a glimpse into what to expect from the show in the weeks to come.
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