Six Degrees Of Schwarzenegger

We’re back with the penultimate episode of our TOTAL RECALL breakdown. As we approach the movie’s mind-bending conclusion, John and Kevin talk cat fights, mutant massacres, messy divorces, and George’s “O face.” This episode covers 1:05:42 - 1:27:12; Melina rescues Quaid, “Consider that a divorce,” Quaid and Melina escape, Venusville shootout, Quato reveals himself and his agenda, Benny turns traitor, and Cohagen captures Quaid and Melina.

We hope everyone is doing OK and keeping safe out there. If you need a half hour of mindless distraction, we’ve got you covered. In the 3rd episode of our series on TOTAL RECALL, Kevin and John talk about the movie’s many parallels to THE MATRIX, our early jobs, John’s irrational fears, and the women of Venusville. This episode covers 43:13 - 1:05:42; a malfunctioning disguise, Quaid meets Benny, a tour of Venusville, Melina doesn't trust Quaid, Dr. Edgemar makes a house call, and Quaid refuses the red pill.

In the second chapter of our breakdown of TOTAL RECALL, John and Kevin take a look at the movie’s unlikely earth setting, Johnny Cab’s strange programming, and why you should never EVER blab about Mars. This episode covers 20:40 - 43:13; Quaid kills his would-be assassins, Lori ambushes Quaid, a subway escape, some convenient assistance, and “get your ass to Mars.”

Kevin and John are back to dig into Schwarzenegger’s 1990 classic TOTAL RECALL. In episode 1, we talk about Verhoeven’s back-to-back masterpieces, Arnold’s grunting, peak Sharon Stone, and what exactly is the management structure at Rekall? This episode covers 00:00:00 - 00:20:40; a dream of Mars, Quaid’s mundane life, a visit to Rekall, Quaid’s meltdown, and a memory wipe.

All good things must come to an end… In the final installment of our breakdown of ROBOCOP, we examine the “melting man,” the secret to Johnson’s success, the film’s Oscar pedigree, and the missed opportunity of Terminator of Endearment. The episode covers 1:16:00 - 1:37:00; newscast #3, Dick Jones frees Boddicker and gives him a mission, Robocop does some self-repair, Robocop dispatches Boddicker and his gang, and Robocop settles the score with Jones.

We’re back with the 4th chapter of our look back at ROBOCOP. In this episode, listen as Kevin and John discuss our first CDs, Boddickers fashion sense, ranking alpha moves, and the wisdom of videotaping your own confession. The episode covers 57:48 - 1:16:00; Boddicker takes out Morton, Robocop arrests Boddicker, Boddicker snitches on Dick Jones, and Robocop goes after Jones, who uses ED209 and the police against Robocop.

In the thrilling third episode of our breakdown of ROBOCOP, John and Kevin explore the complexities of bathroom warfare, corporate politics, Mr. Spell, and what is Robocop - a man or a machine? The episode covers 37:45 - 57:48; Robocop saves the mayor, newscast #2, Jones and Morton clash, and Robocop remembers his former life.

In the second installment of our series on ROBOCOP, Kevin and John discuss the pitfalls of sneaking a peek, sexy scientists, the meat sweats, and Bixby Snyder’s signature catchphrase “I’d buy that for a dollar!” The episode covers 17:45 - 37:45; Lewis slips up, Murphy gets murdered, Robocop is assembled, the big unveiling, and Robocop hits the streets.

John and Kevin are back to kick off a brand new series on the 1987 Paul Verhoeven masterpiece ROBOCOP. In the first episode we discuss police issue haircuts, cutthroat corporate tactics, and the amazing Kurtwood Smith. This episode covers 00:00 - 17:45; newscast #1, Murphy gets reassigned, a disaster at OCP, Bob Morton seizes an opportunity, Murphy and Lewis hit the streets, and Boddicker’s heist goes wrong.

In the final chapter of our series on DOLEMITE, Kevin and Mike examine the mayor’s adventurous sex life, the deleted demise of WIllie Green, Blakely’s terrible “master plan,” and the movie's LoTR-like final act. This episode covers 1:14:06 - 1:29:56; everybody is Kung Fu fighting, Dolemite takes out Willie Green, Blakely kills The Big Man, and Dolemite ties up loose ends.

In the 3rd part of our DOLEMITE breakdown, Mike and Kevin are back to talk about karate hookers, fur coats & cocaine, the most conspicuous disguise in history, and the movie’s strange connection to Chuck Norris. This episode covers 49:47 - 1:14:06; Dolemite visits karate school, the preacher offers a tip, Dolemite goes undercover, showtime at The Total Experience, and Dolemite squares off with Willie Green.

We’re back with more on 1975‘s DOLEMITE! Kevin and Mike are at it again to examine the movie’s timeless themes, the dangers of directing while drunk, and the Hamburger Pimp! (the best acting junkie or the best junkie acting?) This episode covers 21:30 - 49:47; Dolemite fights the cops, the Creeper meets an early demise, Blakely is introduced, and Dolemite takes his club back.

He’s BAAAAACK!!! Original host Mike is back with Kevin In the first episode of a brand new series on the blaxploitation classic DOLEMITE. Join us as we discuss the birth of Dolemite, rat soup, and the movie’s unlikely link to some Hollywood classics of the 1920s and 30s. This episode covers 00:00 - 21:30; Dolemite meets the warden, a series of flashbacks, Dolemite gets out of jail and immediately commits mass murder, and things get sexy.

In the last chapter of our series on POINT BREAK, John, Kevin, and the most interesting man in the world (Sam) talk señoritas & margaritas, when bromance goes bad, the movie's tragic tone, and its place in action lore. This episode covers 1:34:53 - 1:59:00; Johnny gets arrested, Pappas springs him, the airstrip shootout, jumping without a parachute, and a final showdown on Bells Beach.

In the 4th chapter of our breakdown of POINT BREAK, Kevin, John, and Sam talk about skydiving, some of our favorite annoying movie tropes, is Bodhi a sociopath, and why you never mess with a guy wearing a fanny pack. This episode covers 1:10:31 - 1:34:53; Bodhi’s got a plan, Tyler discovers Johnny’s deception, the gang goes skydiving, Tyler is taken hostage, and a robbery goes wrong.

It's our 50th episode!!! Let's celebrate with the 3rd chapter of our series on POINT BREAK! John, Kevin, and Sam cover the pitfalls of mooning hubris, Tom Sizemore going ballistic, beer on Cheerios (or in John’s case, Mountain Dew on Raisin Bran), and of course - MEATBALL SANDWICHES! This episode covers 48-15 - 1:10:31; the raid at Warchild’s house, a massive misstep for Johnny and Pappas, a Bodhi breakthrough, the stakeout, and a car / foot chase.

Kevin and John (and Sam) are back for our second episode on POINT BREAK. Listen as we explore Bodhi and Tyler’s history, beach sex, the manic genius of John C. McGinley, Bodhi’s mystical allure, and who the hell is lighting all these movie candles? This episode covers 24:08 - 48-15; Enter the Bodhi, beach football, Johnny finds some prime suspects, Bodhi’s house party, and a stealth mission.

John and Kevin are back with a brand new series on POINT BREAK! We’re happy to be joined on the journey by POINT BREAK superfan Sam! In this first episode, we’re talking Sex Wax, emotional surfing, Johnny Utah - Peeping Tom, and the movie’s cavalcade of legendary action names. This episode covers 00:00 - 24:08; Johnny Utah arrives in Los Angeles, the Ex Presidents rob a bank, Pappas has a theory, and Johnny learns to surf.

In the final episode of our look back at COMMANDO, John and Kevin talk about cartoon violence, Bennett’s fascination with Matrix, how Rambo 2 changed the ending of the movie, and the legend that a planned sequel became DIE HARD. This episode covers 1:10:23 - 1:30:00; all hell breaks loose, Bennett chases Jenny, Matrix on a rampage, Matrix takes out Arius, and the big showdown between Bennett and Matrix.

In the 4th chapter of our rad retrospective on COMMANDO, Kevin and John explore Matrix munitions mayhem, the world’s fastest boat, muscle porn - round 2, and a Bill Paxton sighting! This episode covers 53:35 - 1:10:22; Matrix goes on a shopping spree, Cindy resuces Matrix, Matrix and Cindy go airborne, and Matrix infiltrates Arius’s compound.