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Oscarspalooza 2026 Wrap Party with Matt Sparacino and Mitch Lerner

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 07:15:24 +0000

In the final episode of Oscarspalooza 2026, Frank is joined (as always) by Matt Sparacino and Mitch Lerner as they bid a fond farewell to the year in film. It's our wrap party, and you're invited! We discuss the Oscars themselves and reveal our rankings of the 2026 Best Picture nominees. Then, Matt takes the stage to host the 2nd annual Matty Awards! We also hear some voicemails from the listeners, talk about the unceremonious firing of the Burger King, and much more. Crack open one small beer and join us for a super-sized spectacular! YAY MOVIES!

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Oscarspalooza 2026: "Train Dreams" with Matt Sparacino and Mitch Lerner

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 07:15:55 +0000

ALL ABOARD! It's time to board the train. One. Last. Time. That's right, our final Best Picture nominee episode is here, and it's the 2025 film "Train Dreams!" Matt, Mitch, and Frank have an absolutely normal conversation about this whimsical, melancholy, meditative film and do not get sidetracked by any stupid train jokes. They talk about male loneliness, the effect of being a bystander, the beauty of the outdoors, William H Macy, and so much more. And they also play a game of Famous Trains. Join us for a wild ride that definitely doesn't go off the rails!

Oscarspalooza 2026: "Sinners" with Matt Sparacino and Mitch Lerner

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 19:15:17 +0000

Prepare yourself for a sinfully good time! It's time to grab a wooden stake, whiskey, and a guitar, because Matt, Mitch, and Frank are talking about Ryan Coogler's "Sinners." The boys talk about vampires, Michael B Jordan, Delroy Lindo, Ryan Coogler, ranking the seven deadly sins, a Disney Channel Original Movie, the best millennial directors, and oh so much more. It's a bloody good time, brought to you by pornvamp.com!

Oscarspalooza 2026: "Sentimental Value" with Matt Sparacino and Mitch Lerner

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 20:01:50 +0000

It's our most Norwegian episode ever as Matt, Mitch, and Frank talk about Joachim Trier's 2025 film "Sentimental Value!" We talk about generational trauma, the concept of "hygge," The Worst Person in the World, and of course the house. Plus, Frank debuts his flawless impression of Stellan Skarsgaard!

Oscarspalooza 2026: "The Secret Agent" with Matt Sparacino and Mitch Lerner

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 08:15:28 +0000

It is a podcast of great mischief! Matt, Mitch, and Frank take a trip down to Brazil as we discuss "The Secret Agent." We talk about the importance of societal memory, the process of reconstructing memory, and, of course, the hot dentist. We also learn about Mitch's partner, the hairy leg. All of that, plus Frank's flawless pronunciation of Portguese words and Brazilian names! Come join our anarcho-communist group of misfits!

Oscarspalooza 2026: "One Battle After Another" with Matt Sparacino and Mitch Lerner

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 08:15:44 +0000

Fuck the police and viva la revolution! From here on in, it's one podcast after another. Matt, Mitch, and Frank gather together to talk about the frontrunner for Best Picture: One Battle After Another. Crack open one small beer and join us for a conversation about PTA, Leo, Teyana Taylor, the Christmas Adventurers Club, expectations vs reality, and, of course, Frankenstein. Hail St. Nick!

Oscarspalooza 2026: "Marty Supreme" with Matty Supreme and Mitchy Supreme

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 08:15:51 +0000

Frank is joined by Matty Supreme and Mitchy Supreme to talk about the 2025 Josh Safdie film "Marty Supreme." Is it the best table tennis movie of all time? Probably. Is it also a stressful romp with a somewhat unlikable guy? You betcha! We talk Timothee, ping pong balls, Jewish identity, alternate endings, and oh so much more. Plus, we play a game of Most Supreme Elimination Challenge. Dream big, and podcast even bigger!

Oscarspalooza 2026: "Hamnet" with Matt Sparacino and Mitch Lerner

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 00:50:24 +0000

Hear ye, hear ye! Gather around for ye olde podcaste! Forsooth, we gather here today to discuss the tragedy of "Hamnet," the 2025 film by Chloe Zhao. Open your heart and prepare for a real witchy movie about some guy named William Shakespeare and some play called Hamlet. Plus, a special guest tells us about her experience at the LA premiere for this movie, Chloe Zhao's breathing exercises, and almost fainting during this movie. And the rest is silence!

Oscarspalooza 2026: "Frankenstein" with Matt Sparacino and Mitch Lerner

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 08:15:00 +0000

IT'S ALIVE! Matt, Mitch, and Frank gather for possibly the most Frank episode of all time: A discussion of the 2025 film "Frankenstein." The boys talk all about this dark fairy tale from Guillermo del Toro. Topics include: The book, other Frankenstein adaptations, the gorgeous design of this film, and Frankenstein's farts. Victorrrrr!

Oscarspalooza 2026: "F1: The Movie" The Podcast with Matt Sparacino, Mitch Lerner, and Paige Kistler

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 08:15:10 +0000

On your mark, get set, podcast! Matt Sparacino, Mitch Lerner, Frank, and special guest Paige Kistler gather together to talk about "F1: The Movie." Buckle up, cuz this podcast is built for combat! We talk about sports movies, racing movies, and, of course, Heineken Zero. This podcast is brought to you by Heineken Zero, by the way. Crack open an ice cold refreshing Heineken Zero and start your engines! Vroom vroom baby!

Oscarspalooza 2026: "Bugonia" with Matt Sparacino and Mitch Lerner

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 08:15:13 +0000

Matt Sparacino and Mitch Lerner return for the first of our ten episodes on the Best Picture nominees: "Bugonia." Don't worry - Mitch is definitely not an alien! To make sure you listen to this podcast properly, and with a clear head, please be sure to chemically castrate yourself. We talk about this movie that is Greek as hell. Topics include the big three: Bees, basements, and spaceships. Let's get weird, you sickos!

Oscarspalooza 2026: Honorable Mentions with Matt Sparacino and Mitch Lerner

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 19:32:00 +0000

The boys are back in town! Matt Sparacino and Mitch Lerner make their triumphant return for the 5th annual (!) Oscarspalooza. It's our honorable mentions episode where we are sharing a few of our favorite movies from 2025 that weren't nominated for Best Picture: Friendship, No Other Choice, 28 Years Later, Weapons, Eddington, and Avatar: Fire and Ash.

We also discuss our thoughts on movies as a whole in 2025 (I hear the new Marvel is NUTS), crying in movies, spewing bile, and much more. We also hear a few honorable mentions from our friends. If you're worried about spoilers on this episode - don't! We spare you the spoilers so that everyone can have a great time and hear about some great movies. YAY MOVIES!

Interview with the Filmmakers: Brandon and Lance Kramer on "Holding Liat"

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 18:31:20 +0000

Sometimes ordinary people get swept up into extraordinary events. This is one of those stories.

On October 7th, 2023, Liat Benin and her husband Aviv were kidnapped from their kibbutz in Israel and taken to Gaza. In the aftermath, Liat's family embarks on a mission to advocate for their release, while refusing to let their captivity be used to justify violence in Gaza.

Brandon and Lance Kramer are documentarians and the co-founders of Meridian Hill Pictures. They are also relatives of Liat. In the aftermath of her kidnapping, they traveled to Israel to document events as they unfolded and recorded over 400 hours of footage. The film that emerged is called Holding Liat, and it is screening across the country now.

Brandon and Lance sat down with Frank for an interview about the film and discussed having conversations around lines of difference, empathy and care, and processing grief through art.

Please visit their website for more information about the film and check out this website for tickets and showtimes.

JAKEUARY 2: THE JAKENING - "A Quiet Place"

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 14:01:05 +0000

Shhhh...it's our QUIETEST podcast ever. It's the final week of Jakeuary, and this week we're (very quietly) talking about a very quiet movie: the 2018 John Krasinski film A Quiet Place. It's also Jake's flu game episode! The boys talk about Krasinski, Emily Blunt, whether the monsters are just being cranky, sexual performance in the post-apocalypse, the use of sound and silence in the film, being gassy in the world of A Quiet Place, and much much more. Plus, we play a game of Name That Sound. Join us...if you dare!

JAKEUARY 2: THE JAKENING - "Hook" (with Becca Barish!)

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 08:15:31 +0000

He can fly, he can fight, and he can P-P-PODCAST! Join Frank, Jake, and Becca Barish for a bangarang good time as we fly away to Never Land and discuss the 1991 Steven Spielberg classic "Hook!" We discuss Spielberg, Robin Williams, Peter Pan, and oh so much more. Topics include movies vs film, green goo, how this movie changed Jake and Becca's lives, The Boo Box, Tinkerhell, mad dads, sexual awakenings, and oh so much more. RU-FI-O! RU-FI-O! RU-FI-O!

JAKEUARY 2: THE JAKENING - "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs" (with Jay Kasten!)

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 18:25:52 +0000

Jakeuary continues and this week the weather report is Cloudy with a Chance of PODCAST! This week, Frank, Jake, and special guest Jay Kasten join together to talk about a truly tasty little treat of a movie, the 2009 film "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs." We talk about the book, meatballs themselves, Jake's thoughts on hot food, plates vs. bowls, Lord & Miller, and much much more. It's a movie that genuinely impacted Jay's career and his life as a writer, and we get a chance to hear about that. We also ask the important questions, like: Would you eat the sky food? Grab a ratbird, a can of spray on shoes, and join the fun!

JAKEUARY 2: THE JAKENING - "Hanna"

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 18:58:57 +0000

Our national nightmare is over - Jakeuary is back, everyone! Jake Frelick returns to the show with another batch of movies to discuss, and today we begin with the overlooked 2011 film "Hanna" starring Ladybird herself, Saoirse Ronan. It's a fun movie about a child super soldier on a quest for revenge. No, but it really is fun! Frank and Jake talk about the Chemical Brothers score, director Joe Wright (who mostly does costume dramas), great whistling movies, and, of course, Eric Bana. Grab some popcorn and join us for a Hanna bonanza!

Podlatro: The Podcast About Balatro (with Michael Saltzman, Jay Kasten, and Zach Latta!)

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 08:00:03 +0000

Welcome to Podlatro: The Podcast About Balatro! For the final episode of 2025, Frank is joined by a couple of buffoons - Michael Saltzman, Jay Kasten, and Zach Latta - to discuss the 2024 video game Balatro. If you’ve never heard of it, you’ll learn alllllll about it on this episode. And it’ll give you a Balat-tro think about! It’s a card game with a twist, and it’s one of the most addicting and interesting stories in gaming recent memory.

We talk about our history with video games, poker, give an overview of Balatro, and learn a bit about its history and development. In the second part, we actually play through a run of the game. We also talk Herbie Hancock, toxic traits, the rat race, PEMDAS, synergy, and so much more. It’s one of our stupidest and best episodes of all time. Now THIS is podcasting! Available with video on either Spotify or YouTube!

No One Mourns the Podcast: A "Wicked: FOR GOOD" Episode (with Becca Ballinger and Rebecca Wahls)

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 16:41:06 +0000

THANK GOODNESS!!! I couldn't be happier! Becca Ballinger and Rebecca Wahls join the show again to return to the land of Oz and talk about the 2025 film Wicked: For Good. We are obsessulated with this movie (which is a sequel to a movie of a musical of a book of a movie of a book). We discuss everything - female friendship, sex cardigans, the blue horsie, the decision to split the musical into two movies, and much more. Plus, we share a voice memo from my niece Addie, reviews from a few listeners, and play a game at the end. It's a podcast that can simply be described as...wonderful!

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The Story of America (and Warren G. Harding’s Penis) with Aaron Killian

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 20:49:37 +0000

Gobble gobble! It's our first ever Thanksgiving episode, and I'm thrilled to welcome Aaron Killian to the show. Aaron is a historian and the owner of Historic America, a business that does guided tours of historical places in DC and across the mid Atlantic. He’s also a self described conservative, in the classic, traditional sense. We discuss all sorts of things, including how conservatism is based on gratitude, how politicians will always let you down, and, of course, Warren G. Harding's penis.

Things Aaron mentions:

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20 Years of Friendship with Scott Leighty

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 19:47:19 +0000

Wootton High School Class of 2005 Vice President Scott Leighty joins the show and we have a LOT to talk about! Scott calls out "fan favorite" guests Sasha Felikson, Ross Godwin, and Mitch Lerner. We then talk senior superlatives, our upcoming 20 year reunion, and whether our lives turned out the way we imagined them when we graduated from high school. Plus, we talk about the Tony Kornheiser Show, and Scott's place in the mythology of that show. La Cheeserie!

New Ideas with Ross Godwin

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 18:35:14 +0000

Returning champion Ross Godwin is back on the show and we're here to try out (and discuss) some new ideas! We try out three new segment ideas for the show, and we have a whole bunch of laughs along the way. Topics include John Thune, Cool Girls for Capitalism, Donkey Kong, Star Trek (and the Tholians), and Revenge of the Sith. All of that, plus, Frank does another reading from his LiveJournal!

How to Win the Culture War with Navi

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 07:15:26 +0000

It's our first full video episode on YouTube (available here)! Navi joins the show to talk about their zine: "Artists! We are Losing the Culture War!" What does it mean that we're losing the Culture War? What are the stakes? We discuss the ground level effects of the Culture War, the performance of politics as protest, growing up on the internet, all art as propaganda, and much much more.

Stuff we talk about:

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Extreme Makeover: Democratic Party Edition with Ashley Arnold

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 07:15:10 +0000

Ashley Arnold is a seasoned professional in the world of politics. She has worked for the Warren, Biden, and Harris campaigns, as well as the Democratic National Training Committee. She has firsthand experience and plenty of battle scars from her time in Democratic politics, but she joins our show today for perhaps her most difficult challenge yet: Can we take the Democratic Party from drab to fab? We talk about coolness, salad, education, and finding ways to continue even when leaders disappoint you. Can we figure out how to get the Democrats to slay in the midterms? Listen now and find out!

Also - all opinions expressed on this show our own and do not reflect the views of anyone we've worked for.

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Rachel Ricci Dismantles "Cars"

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 07:15:29 +0000

Ka-chow! Frank's sister Rachel Ricci joins the show to discuss the 2006 Pixar film Cars. Frank and Rachel discuss how the Cars have teeth and tongues, the Elvis car, and ponder whether there is a God in the Cars universe. As a bonus, Rachel also shares a summary of a romance novel that she read recently that dares to ask the question: What if you fell in love with (and made love to) the Loch Ness Monster? It's the episode that will have you saying, "Get 'er done!"

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A Programming Update

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 12:22:20 +0000

Frank shares a programming update and re-introduces himself.

Link to the Hollywood Reporter article referenced in the show.

It's a Bird! It's a Plane! It's a Podcast! Part Two: Superman (2025) with Greg Twomey and Jason Consolation

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 07:15:13 +0000

This is the real punk rock! Jason Consolation and Greg Twomey return to the show to talk about Superman (2025). The boys discuss the cast, rank the Supermen, talk about the state of the DCU vs the state of the MCU, and much much more. Frank shares some negative reviews of the film, and we also discuss some of the real world themes in the movie. Plus, we have an exclusive interview with one of the stars of the film, and we play a game called Krypto or Crypto. It's a god damn Terrific time. LET'S GO DC!

It's a Bird! It's a Plane! It's a Podcast! A Tribute to Superman with Greg Twomey and Jason Consolation

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 07:15:42 +0000

Look! No, not up in the sky. On your podcast player of choice! It's a podcast! Our Superman miniseries starts this week with two Superman Super-fans: Greg Twomey and Jason Consolation. Greg, Jason, and Frank talk all things Supes, including, but not limited to: Favorite Superman power, John Williams, the music, our personal histories with Superman, DC vs Marvel, the Snyderverse, and oh so much more. Ever wondered what the deal is with Superboy? Well then this is the episode for you. Jason also teaches us what it's like to consume a movie via audio description. It's a super fun time talking about a Super guy: Superman! LET'S GO DC!!!

"American Queen" with Nicole Vaunt

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 07:15:14 +0000

Nicole Vaunt returns to the show to discuss a very naughty and mature book: American Queen by Sierra Simone. It's the first smut book that Frank has ever read, and it's a doozy! It's a book brave enough to ask the question: What if you were in a throuple with the President and the Vice President? And what if the President was daddy?

Nicole and Frank discuss the book, as well as romance vs literotica vs smut, the definition of a closed door romance, ideal circumstances to consume smut, and much more. Plus, they play the first round of the new game sweeping the nation (and the galaxy): Smut or Star Wars. Grab your library card and join us for a good time!

Ann Fraistat Reveals the Secrets of "What We Harvest"

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 07:15:00 +0000

Author Ann Fraistat returns to the show! Ann and Frank discuss Ann's first book, What We Harvest. Ann takes us behind the curtain to share the secrets of the book - the unexpected joy of free writing, different types of horror, and how the book evolved over time. We also chat about possession, safety characters, and lies that characters believe about themselves. This episode is a must-listen for Ann fans, and for anyone else!

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The History of the Internet: Part One (with Nicole Vaunt and Mitch Lerner!)

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 07:15:00 +0000

This week, Frank is joined by Nicole Vaunt and Mitch Lerner to discuss the history of the internet. Specifically, we talk about the way things were in our earliest days on the internet, our first memories of it, what it looked like, what it felt like, and the first places we created things online. We talk chat rooms, a/s/l, and oh so much more. Then Frank overcomes immense embarrassment and shares an actual LiveJournal post from his actual LiveJournal. Join for the laughs, stay for the cringe, and look out for more episodes in our look back on the way things were.

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"Limitless" - The Podcast Without Limits (with Jay Kasten, Zach Latta, and Jake Frelick!)

Fri, 30 May 2025 07:15:00 +0000

Welcome to a podcast without limits! This week, we are back and better than ever with an episode about the 2011 Bradley Cooper film "Limitless." It's a movie we've talked about talking about since Jakeuary and it finally happened folks!

Topics include: Drinking games, Robert DeNiro, the last time that Jake wore jeans, and slurping blood. Plus, we finally ask the question: Which is better, Oppenheimer or Limitless? The results may shock you! Plus, listener questions! Pop an NZT and join us for a great time!

Extreme Makeover: Democratic Party Edition with Mitch Lerner and Ross Godwin

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 07:05:00 +0000

In our first politics episode of 2025, we welcome back friends of the show Mitch Lerner and Ross Godwin. This time, we're here to talk about perhaps the most dramatic makeover of all time - taking the Democratic Party from drab to fab. The boys talk about new media, rizz, trust and authenticity, and the need for nerds. Plus, we share some insights from listeners, and Ross introduces us to Project 2029. Let's put the party back in Democratic Party, and let's get that party started now!

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Let's Get Real Dumb with Sasha Felikson

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 07:05:00 +0000

He's baaaack! Sasha Felikson, our most controversial guest returns to the show, but this time things are a little different. This week, Sasha doesn't want to serve up hot takes. This week, Sasha wants to share some of his most popular/positive opinions. We cover a lot of ground in this episode, from a revolution in pants, the Housewives, Waymo, the radio, mashed potatoes, a new restaurant concept, and much more. Plus, Frank shares some Google reviews with Sasha from one of the best restaurants in LA. Let's get real dumb!

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How to Write an Animated TV Show with Jay Kasten

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 07:05:00 +0000

It's our most animated episode yet as Jay Kasten (of The Great North) joins the show! We talk about his journey from University of Maryland (and creating Potavatar) to living his dream and becoming a writer for an animated TV show. We talk all things The Great North (the little show that could!) and Jay takes us inside the process of getting an episode to the air. We also talk about script-driven vs board-driven shows, the role of script coordinators, how to become a writer, and much much more.

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A Big Sexy Podcast with Nicole Vaunt

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 07:05:00 +0000

It's the sexiest episode of Frank & Sense ever! Nicole Vaunt joins the show for a mature and intimate conversation. For those of you who don't know Nicole, she is a woman of many talents. She is, in her own words, a "naked person on the internet," a book nerd, a lover of smut, a model, and a clown in lingerie. Frank and Nicole discuss books, the history of the internet, how OnlyFans has changed her industry, and much much more. It's a big sexy podcast! Come join us for a big sexy time 😘

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Oscars-palooza 2025: Wrap Party

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 08:05:00 +0000

Mitch, Matt, and Frank gather for their final episode of the 2025 Oscars season. It's our first ever wrap party, and you're invited! First, we kick things off with an EXCLUSIVE interview with someone who won an Oscar on Sunday night! Then we go on to talk about general impressions of the show, the lewks, and moments that stood out to us. Finally, Matt debuts the first annual Matty awards, and then Frank spills the beans about Matt's personal life (for real!). Join us for our final bow of the 2025 Oscars season!

06:30 - Hollywood’s Biggest Night 🎬

26:30 - The Conan of it All 👱🏻‍♂️

42:00 - The Speeches 🗣️

59:00 - 1st Annual Matty Awards 🏆

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Oscars-palooza 2025 Part Four: Let's Get Dune 2 Discussing Anora and Nickel Boys

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 08:05:00 +0000

Join Frank, Mitch, and Matt as they finally reach the summit of Mitch's Movie Mountain and delve into the final three Best Picture nominees for 2025: "Anora," "Nickel Boys," and "Dune: Part Two!" They discuss each film, share listener insights, and unravel the themes and narratives that define this year's Oscar contenders. There are also surprises! One of the boys does a big song, and the tables are turned when Frank and Matt have to share their Movie Mountains as well. Then the boys cast their votes for the Oscars ahead of Sunday's ceremony. It's the episode we've all been waiting for! Wow, very cool, yeah, I love it!

Full spoilers for all discussed films! You have been warned.

11:30 - NICKEL BOYS

46:30 - DUNE

1:18:30 - ANORA

1:56:00 - Final Movie Mountains

2:05:00 - Our Oscars Picks

Oscars-palooza 2025 Part Three: I'm Still Here with a Brutal, Wicked, Complete Unknown

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 08:05:00 +0000

Mitch, Matt, and Frank continue their journey up Mitch's Movie Mountain and discuss four of the 2025 Best Picture nominees: The Brutalist, A Complete Unknown, I'm Still Here, and Wicked. We dive into each film's storylines, performances, and thematic elements, ranking and evaluating each film's Oscar-worthiness. We also finally settle on how to pronounce the word "biopic," discuss two of the best cigarette movies of the year, and we do NOT talk about politics. All of that, plus Frank debuts his uncanny Bob Dylan impression!

Full spoilers for all movies discussed above! You have been warned!

08:30 - I’M STILL HERE

41:00 - WICKED

1:15:00 - A COMPLETE UNKNOWN

1:56:30 - The BRUTALIST

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Oscars-palooza 2025 Part Two: Emilia Pérez's Conclave of Substance

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 08:05:00 +0000

The Oscars are only two and a half weeks away, which means Oscars-palooza is in full swing! Mitch, Matt, and Frank gather to discuss three of the 2025 Best Picture nominees: Emilia Pérez, Conclave, and The Substance. We talk about all of the important things, from penis to vagina. We also talk about cigarettes, French people, and how difficult it is to see some of these movies.

Full spoilers for all movies discussed above! You have been warned!

14:30 - Mitch’s Movie Mountain!

22:30 - EMILIA PÉREZ

1:00:30 - CONCLAVE

1:25:00 - The SUBSTANCE

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Oscars-palooza 2025: Honorable Mentions

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 08:05:00 +0000

Oscar season is here again! For the fourth year (!), Frank is joined by Mitch Lerner and Matt Sparacino to discuss the year in cinema. They discuss the year in movies, and specifically they discuss six movies that weren't nominated for Best Picture: Hundreds of Beavers, Furiosa, Sing Sing, A Real Pain, Flow, and Megalopolis.

No spoilers for the movies discussed, but if you prefer to go into a movie completely cold, this probably isn't the show for you. Topics also include Coca-Cola, other movies the guys loved, and much much more.

Timestamps:

09:30 - 2024 the Year in Movies!

30:30 - Hundreds of Beavers

47:30 - Furiosa

1:07:15 - Sing Sing

1:27:00 - A Real Pain

1:43:00 - Flow

1:54:00 - Megalopolis

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Jakeuary: "King Arthur: Legend of the Sword" (with Mitch Lerner!)

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 08:05:00 +0000

It's an episode foretold in legend. This week, we unite the heroes of the Frank & Sense podcast realm and bring Mitch Lerner into the world of Jakeuary. It's the final week of Jakeuary and we gather around the proverbial round table to discuss the 2017 Guy Ritchie film "King Arthur: Legend of the Sword." We discuss all things King Arthur, including mage towers, English Tarantino, Monty Python, and (of course) Steve Mnuchin. Plus - for the first time on the Frank & Sense podcast, someone cries! Stick around to the end of the episode to figure out who!

Jakeuary: "Push" (with Zach Latta!)

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 08:05:00 +0000

This week on the show, we present an episode about a movie that almost nobody remembers. Nobody, that is, except for Jake Frelick. Join us, dear listener, for perhaps the first (and only) time that the movie "Push" (2009) will ever be discussed on a podcast. Zach Latta joins Jake and Frank, and the boys Push it real good. We discuss all things "Push," as well as "Limitless," Bat Thumb, and much more. It's an episode that truly Pushes the envelope. Push that play button and join us!

Jakeuary: "Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves" (with Jay Kasten!)

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 21:55:00 +0000

Hail and well met! This week on ye olde podcaste, we are rolling dice and talking about nerd shit as we delve into the world of "Dungeons & Dragons" and discuss the game itself and the 2023 film. Put a horse on top of another horse, crack open a nice hot Pepsi, and follow the fun as we discuss all things D&D!

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Jakeuary: "Troy"

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 08:05:00 +0000

Saddle up on your Trojan horse, and prepare for one of the most epic episodes of all time. Frank and Jake kick off the first ever Jakeuary with one of Jake's favorite films of all time: "Troy" (2004). The "Troy" boys talk about myths, heroes, Josh Groban, oral storytelling, Homer, 2004 in film, and oh so much more. Pop the popcorn, open a Pepsi, and join us for an episode that will live on in eternity.

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No One Mourns the Podcast: A "Wicked" Episode (with Becca Ballinger and Rebecca Wahls)

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 18:20:44 +0000

GOOD NEWS!!! Becca Ballinger and Rebecca Wahls return to the podcast to talk about Wicked - the musical, the book, and the new hit movie! We discuss everything - slime tutorials, our gateway drugs into musical theater, the Ariana Grande/Ethan Slater drama, Ben Shapiro's thoughts on the movie, and much much more. This discussion is...unlimited. Together we'll be the greatest podcast there's ever been! And they'll never bring us down! Haaaahahaoyihaaaa!

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"Madame Web" - The Best Worst Movie of 2024 (with Jake Frelick)

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 08:05:00 +0000

Greetings, web-heads and wall-crawlers! We're back with first time guest Jake Frelick to talk about one of the most special movies of 2024: "Madame Web." Jake and Frank discuss all things Madame Web, such as the importance of Pepsi, dancing on top of tables, and the origin of the word "hangry." All of that and so much more! Her web connects us all!!!

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The Last Political Podcast of 2024 (with Mitch Lerner and Ross Godwin)

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 22:56:07 +0000

Frank & Sense is proud to present the last political podcast that we will be doing for the year, and perhaps the last political podcast you will need to listen to this year!

Frank is joined by two of his best friends, Ross Godwin of the Washington Post and Mitch Lerner, to discuss the 2024 election cycle. They conduct a 2024 election retrospective and discuss what went well, what needs improvement, action items for the future, and shout outs. They also discuss Ross's experience in Pennsylvania (some might say the Keystone to this election).

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Far Right Fright Nights: The Four Horsemen of the Trumpocalypse (Part 2)

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 19:35:52 +0000

HELL-o everyone and welcome to part one of the final episode of our theme month for October: Far Right Fright Nights!

This week, there's terror galloping its way into your podcast feed. On this episode, "Freaky" Frank and Mitch "the Wolfman" profile not just one ghoul of the far right, but rather the Four Horsemen of the Trumpocalypse: Money, Media, Think Tanks, and Evangelicals.

The dreadful delight of this episode simply couldn't be contained in one episode, so we've Saw-ed it in two! This is Part 2 of our fright-tastic finale, in which we learn about Think Tanks and Evangelicals. All of that, plus listener questions!

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Far Right Fright Nights: The Four Horsemen of the Trumpocalypse (Part 1)

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 18:11:41 +0000

HELL-o everyone and welcome to part one of the final episode of our theme month for October: Far Right Fright Nights!

The dreadful delight of this episode simply couldn't be contained in one episode, so we've Saw-ed it in two! This is Part 1 of our fright-tastic finale, in which we learn about Money and Media.

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Far Right Fright Nights: The "Reagan" Horror Picture Show (with Ali Grusell)

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 22:24:15 +0000

HELL-o everyone and welcome to the fourth episode of our theme month for October: Far Right Fright Nights!

This week, it's midnight in America...again! "Freaky" Frank and Mitch "The Wolfman" Lerner are joined by FIEND of the show Ali "Gruesome" Grusell to discuss the scariest movie that you should never watch: "Reagan." This movie has it all: Dennis Quaid, Jon Voight, and jellybeans. This movie is so bad, it's scary. Are you triggered yet? No? Then come join the fun!

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Far Right Fright Nights: The Trickle Down Terror

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 07:05:00 +0000

HELL-o everyone and welcome to the third episode of our theme month for October: Far Right Fright Nights!

This week, it's midnight in America. Mitch "The Wolfman" Lerner takes the host chair and tells us about the Trickle Down Terror: Ronald Reagan. Come swim in the swamp with us and learn about the terrifying legacy of the former lifeguard, actor, GE spokesperson, SAG president, California governor, and president. It's a guaranteed ghoulish time with the Gipper! Join us...if you dare.

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Far Right Fright Nights: Night of the Living Nixon

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 07:05:00 +0000

HELL-o everyone and welcome to the second episode of our theme month for October: Far Right Fright Nights!

This week, we bring you the rise, the fall, the rise again, and the fall...again...of Richard Milhaus Nixon. We get to hear some of the Nixon tapes, some early campaign ads, and we even play a round of Nixon Karaoke. Join us, if you dare, for the life and times of one of America's original content creators/podcasters.

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Far Right Fright Nights: Richard Nixon - The Creature From Yorba Linda

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Hell-o everyone and welcome to the very first episode of our theme month for October: Far Right Fright Nights! Each week, Mitch "The Wolfman" Lerner and I will be presenting a spinetingling, fright-tastic ghoul of the far right. We begin this series with one of the biggest creeps of all: Richard Milhous Nixon.

Before we recount the horror story that is the Nixon presidency, we present recordings documenting Frank and Mitch's recent trip to one of the most haunted places on the planet: The Richard Nixon Presidential Library in Yorba Linda, CA.

Join us, if you dare, for a discussion of how this place chooses to remember one of our most infamous presidents!

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The Philly Debate Special with Ross Godwin and Mitch Lerner

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 16:50:26 +0000

They're back! The gang is all here! Ross, Mitch, and Frank discuss the Trump/Harris debate. Ross was on site in Philly with the Washington Post. Recorded at 1am EST after the debate, the boys unpack the first (and maybe only?) debate between our 2024 presidential candidates. We talk about the important issues - such as what the coffee situation was like at the debate. We also talk about transgender operations on illegal aliens in jail, eating cats and dogs, and having a concept of a plan. All of that, plus some very bad Taylor Swift song references!

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The Coconut in the Room with Ross Godwin and Mitch Lerner

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 07:05:00 +0000

The boys are back in town, and we're talking about the coconut in the room: The 2024 Democratic National Convention! Ross is fresh back from Chicago, and Mitch and Frank ask him the important hard hitting questions about what it was like to be there. For example, what was the coffee situation like? We also ask Ross a number of questions submitted by our amazing listeners, discuss the pick of Tim Walz as Vice President, speculate about the best (and worst) speeches of the convention, and much more. All of that, plus Lil Jon, on this episode of "Frank & Sense!"

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Burning Man and the Joy of Taking Risks with Lee Gerstenhaber

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 07:00:00 +0000

This week, Frank is joined by his multi-talented friend Lee Gerstenhaber to discuss her many adventures to Burning Man. From the surreal art installations to the gift economy, Lee shares stories of wild moments, climbing sculptures, and the essential items to get you through a week in the desert. Turn on, tune in, drop out, and get ready for laughs, listener questions, thoughts from Ben Shapiro, and, of course, a conversation about how pooping in the desert works.

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"Face/Off" Pod/Cast with Ali Grusell

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 07:00:00 +0000

It's like looking into a mirror, only...not. This week, Frank is joined by his dear friend Ali Grusell to discuss the film "Face/Off." And boy, there is a LOT of movie to discuss. Frank and Ali discuss the facial gymnastics of Nic Cage, why he is so inspiring to Ali, and, of course, the importance of time cards. We also attempt to answer some of life's biggest questions. For example, if I were to let you suck my tongue, would you be grateful? It's a pulse-pounding, action-packed, thrill ride of an episode that will have you touching your face. Strap on your magnetic boots, sit back, and enjoy this episode for the next hundred years!

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A Series of Unprecedented Events with Ross Godwin and Mitch Lerner

Fri, 26 Jul 2024 16:57:15 +0000

"There are decades where nothing happens; and there are weeks where decades happen"--Vladimir Ilyich Lenin

In the last four weeks, we have undergone a series of unprecedented events. We witnessed an all time disaster at a presidential debate, an attempted assassination of former president, and an incumbent president bow out of the race for re-election.

This week, Frank is joined by two of his best friends, Ross Godwin of the Washington Post and Mitch Lerner, to discuss all this and more. Ross was at the presidential debate and at the Republican National Convention last week, and we get his perspective on being in the room with a front row seat to history. We also ask important, hard hitting questions. For example, how was the food at the RNC? Was JD Vance intimate with a couch?

All of that, plus some listener questions, on this episode of "Frank & Sense!"

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X-Men and "X-Men '97" X-travaganza with Zach Fernebok and Matt Sparacino

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 14:42:54 +0000

X-celsior! Frank is joined by X-Men x-pert Zach Fernebok and Matt Sparacino to discuss all things X-Men. We discuss the history of the characters, the arc of the comics, the film adaptations, and the x-cellent new series "X-Men '97." We also discuss our personal history with the X-Men, who would make our X-Men Mt Rushmore, and much more. Put on your black leather (or blue and canary yellow) outfit and join us for an x-tra special episode!

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Ahhh, The French Champagne! (Aaron Bliden and Nick Wilby)

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Ahhh, the French Champagne! Frank is joined this week by two of his best friends, former roommates, and the greatest band in Washington DC: The French Champagne (Aaron Bliden and Nick Wilby). The boys talk about Medieval Times, Baltimore accents, DC music history, and play a few games. We also hear a few stories from when Aaron was a boy and sang the National Anthem at an Orioles game, as well as his encounter with disco duo Peaches & Herb. It's our most menacing, weird, and striving episode yet. Slip on in, pop a bottle of bubbly, and feel that quaalude swing!

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"Challengers" with Mitch Lerner, Matt Sparacino, and Sasha Felikson

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Game, set, podcast! This week, Frank is joined by returning champions Mitch Lerner, Matt Sparacino, and Sasha Felikson to discuss the 2024 Luca Guadagnino film "Challengers." We just want to see some good tennis...but do we get our wish? It's our most challenging episode yet as Sasha serves a LOT of opinions on this episode. Who will win? Smash that play button to find out!

"Artificial Intelligence is a Metaphor" with Michael Madaio

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 07:00:00 +0000

We've heard a lot about AI recently. But what is AI, really? This week, Frank is joined by his friend (and Google Research Scientist) Michael Madaio to discuss all things AI. Michael is a part of Google's Responsible AI group, and his research looks into how we can anticipate (and limit) risks and biases that may be perpetuated through AI. Michael gives a brief history of AI and shares some case studies of AI implementations across the country in various fields. I guarantee you will learn something by the end of this episode. I know I did.

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A Meeting of the "Tortured Poets Department" with Becca Ballinger and Rebecca Wahls

Thu, 16 May 2024 07:30:00 +0000

Are you ready for it? Frank is joined by Becca Ballinger and Rebecca Wahls, two chair people of the "Tortured Poets Department," to discuss all things Taylor Swift, the new album, and much more. We discuss the idea of being ethical fans, Taylor owning her reputation, and Florida!!! Say so long to London and hello to this great episode!

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Witnessing History with Ross Godwin

Thu, 09 May 2024 17:07:42 +0000

Ross Godwin has seen some pretty crazy things. He's been to multiple State of the Unions, a Super Bowl, the 2020 vote counting in Philadelphia, the coronation of King Charles, a Goop convention, and much more. That's because he's a video journalist with the Washington Post. He's also one of Frank's oldest and best friends. Ross joins Frank this week to talk about documenting and bearing witness to history, and how it doesn't feel like history while you're there. They also discuss "the media", bias, the decentralization of news, and using the same bathroom as the Coptic Christian Pope. Breaking news: This is a great episode!

Here are the links to Ross's video pieces that we discuss:

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Godzilla x Kong x Frank x Mitch

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 15:19:46 +0000

It's the crossover event that you've been waiting for: Godzilla x Kong x Frank x Mitch! Frank is joined by Mitch to discuss the 2017 film "Kong: Skull Island" as well as the 2024 cinematic event "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire." The boys discuss the history of these two big boys, as well as King Kong's anatomy, Hollow Earth, Mothra, moving rocks, Scarface, ice dinosaurs, and much more. Plus - a special guest appearance from Chelsea Willis who shares her thoughts on "Godzilla x Kong" as well as "90 Day Fiancé." It's Podzilla x Kong Cast! King Kong did nothing wrong! Onward and upward in the arts!

Shitake'ing with Chef Sasha Felikson

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 21:25:38 +0000

If you've followed the food scene in Washington, DC, there's a very good chance you've dined on food prepared by Chef Sasha Felikson. Sasha has worked with some of DC's most notable chefs, like Jose Andres, and has worked in Michelin-rated restaurants. He's also Frank's oldest friend. This week, Sasha serves up some hot takes. It's Sasha's smorgasbord of of sensitive subjects subjected to subtle Cervarich scrutiny. It's our most delicious episode yet. Sauce it up, and join the fun!

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Let's Get "Dune 2" Business!

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 07:30:00 +0000

It's a Dune double feature! This week, Frank is joined by his trusty companions Mitch Lerner and Matt Sparacino for a trip to the desert world Arrakis. The boys watched "Dune" and "Dune 2" and then recorded a podcast - live in person, as written! They discuss all things Dune: spice, sandworms, witches, Space Boston, and black goop. Fear is the mind killer. Jump in your ornithopter and join us!

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Ann Fraistat on Writing Hopeful Horror

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Frank hosts a way-too-early career retrospective with author Ann Fraistat, starting with her high school plays and following her journey all the way through becoming a published author. Ann has written two (excellent) young adult novels, What We Harvest and A Place for Vanishing. We discuss the art of writing, the struggle to find an agent and become a professional author, dreams, and bugs.

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Caleb Rudow on the Politics of Joyfulness

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Frank is joined by his old friend Caleb Rudow. Caleb is a normal guy, who never imagined running for public office. Now he's running for the House seat previously held by Mark Meadows and Madison Cawthorn (NC-11). Frank and Caleb talk about Caleb's journey into politics, remaining joyful in the face of cynicism and fatalism, and magic.

Follow Caleb on Instagram and Facebook, and check out Caleb's website, where you can learn more about his campaign and support his effort to flip NC-11.

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Oscar-palooza 2024 Part 3: The Final Four Best Picture Nominees

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 14:14:44 +0000

It's all led up to this. Oscar-palooza 2024 comes to a thrilling conclusion as Frank is joined once again by Mitch Lerner and Matt Sparacino to review the final four Best Picture nominees of the year! Buckle up, strap in, and prepare yourself for a wild ride to the top of Mitch's Movie Mountain (TM).

The Zone of Interest (22:45 to 50:25)
Oppenheimer (50:50 to 1:18:50)
Killers of the Flower Moon (1:19:05 to 1:51:35)
Poor Things (1:51:35 to 2:22:30)

Full spoilers for all movies discussed above! You have been warned!

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Oscar-palooza 2024 Part 2: Best Picture Six-Pack

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 20:30:00 +0000

Mitch, Matt, and Frank open a six-pack of Best Picture nominees! With the Oscars only two weeks away, Frank is joined by Mitch Lerner and Matt Sparacino to discuss six of the Best Picture nominees. And these are some good ones!

Maestro (29:00 to 45:40)
Barbie (45:40 to 1:04:50)
American Fiction (1:05:00 to 1:27:30)
The Holdovers (1:27:45 to 1:43:05)
Anatomy of a Fall (1:43:35 to 2:00:40)
Past Lives (2:00:55 to 2:17:40)

Full spoilers for all movies discussed above! You have been warned!

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Oscar-palooza 2024 Part 1: Honorable Mentions

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 15:02:59 +0000

Oscar season is upon us! With the big ceremony only three weeks away, Frank is joined by Mitch Lerner and Matt Sparacino to discuss the year in cinema. They discuss a great year in movies, and specifically they discuss five movies that weren't nominated for Best Picture:

Across the Spider-verse (33:30 to 1:03:30)
May December (1:03:30 to 1:19:30)
The Boy and the Heron (1:19:30 to 1:34:15)
Asteroid City (1:34:15 to 1:48:15)
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem (1:48:15 to 2:00:00)

Full spoilers for all movies discussed above! You have been warned! Topics also include Mitch's major beef, the strikes, the Barbie "snubs", other movies the guys loved, and much much more.

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Other Stuff:

Link to the Blank Check episode referenced

Insurrection Resurrection: He's Back!

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 05:05:00 +0000

Mitch joins Frank once again to talk about their favorite topic: January 6. The two friends decided to do something new this year: They watched a documentary about January 6 (American Insurrection) and they watched Trump's victory speech after winning Iowa. That's right, it's an insurrection double feature! They watched them so you don't have to. Join the boys as they discuss how things have changed since 2021, the state of play for the 2024 election, and the truly insane policy positions that no one else is talking about. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll feel an overwhelming feeling of existential dread. Join us!

Ep. 13 SPOILERS: Oscarpalooza 2023 (w Matt Sparacino and Mitch Lerner)

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 19:08:35 +0000

We're back! Frank is joined by Matt Sparacino and Mitch Lerner once again to break down all of the 2023 Best Picture nominees. We once again climb up Mitch's Movie Mountain and rank all of the films in order of preference. We even have some listener mail this year!

Please note: There are two versions of this episode! This episode contains SPOILERS.

07:45 - 2022: The Year in Movies!

21:00 - Mitch’s Movie Mountain

30:20 - All Quiet on the Western Front

40:20 - Elvis

50:00 - Top Gun: Maverick

1:00:30 - The Fabelmans

1:12:15 - Avatar: The Way of Water

1:23:30 - Women Talking

1:35:15 - Tár

1:57:00 - Banshees of Inisherin

2:10:50 - Triangle of Sadness

2:23:30 - Everything Everywhere All at Once

Ep. 13 NO SPOILERS: Oscarpalooza 2023 (w Matt Sparacino and Mitch Lerner)

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 18:36:42 +0000

Please note: There are two versions of this episode! This episode contains NO SPOILERS.

07:45 - 2022: The Year in Movies!

21:00 - Mitch’s Movie Mountain

30:20 - All Quiet on the Western Front

38:00 - Elvis

47:45 - Top Gun: Maverick

57:50 - The Fabelmans

1:06:30 - Avatar: The Way of Water

1:17:30 - Women Talking

1:29:30 - Tár

1:41:15 - Banshees of Inisherin

1:53:15 - Triangle of Sadness

2:02:45 - Everything Everywhere All at Once

Ep. 12 - Oscars 2022 Part Two: Film Feud and Our Personal Oscars

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 04:05:00 +0000

Have you checked the weather recently? Cuz I'm pretty sure that it's still Oscar season! The ceremony is only a few days away and we are back for our second (and final) Oscars 2022 podcast. Join us for a game of Film Feud, followed by our decisions on our own personal Oscar winners. Matt Sparacino and Mitch Lerner are back, and Frank shares a story about a date that went horribly wrong. It's an episode you won't want to miss. Hail Satan!

Ep. 11 - 2022 Oscars Part One: Mitch's Movie Mountain

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 14:24:53 +0000

It's Oscar season! The awards are less than a week away and the stars are out in Let's Be Frank Land. Frank welcomes returning guests Matt Sparacino and Mitch Lerner to the show to break down all of the Best Picture nominees for 2022. Mitch breaks the movies into three tiers in a segment called Mitch's Movie Mountain. Also, we are very careful to not spoil anything, so if you haven't seen any of these movies, never fear: This is the perfect primer for the Best Picture slate. Walk down the red carpet and join us for part one of our 2022 Oscars extravaganza!

Timestamps:

6:00 - Back 2 the movies!
10:30 - Best Picture - The Field
19:00 - Mitch's Movie Mountain
23:30 - Power of the Dog
36:00 - Don't Look Up
46:45 - West Side Story
55:45 - Nightmare Alley
1:02:30 - CODA
1:06:45 - Drive My Car
1:10:15 - Belfast
1:18:00 - King Richard
1:26:00 - Licorice Pizza
1:38:30 - Dune
1:49:30 - Worst Person in the World

Ep. 10 - Book Buddies: How to Do Nothing / Digital Minimalism

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 14:34:39 +0000

This week, we're doing something a little different! Friend of the show Matt Sparacino joins Frank again, and together they are the Book Buddies. This week, the Book Buddies discuss two books: How to Do Nothing by Jenny Odell and Digital Minimalism by Cal Newport. Matt and Frank talk about the attention economy, screen time, and reclaiming your autonomy from your phone. Get on in here, nerds! Let's talk books!

Ep. 9 - The Opposite of Indifference 2: Legitimate Political Discourse

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 14:12:44 +0000

And we're back! In honor of the 1st anniversary of Let's Be Frank, Frank is joined by longtime friend Mitch Lerner. The two have re-listened to the first episode of the show, recorded only three days after January 6th, 2021, and they have some thoughts on where we were then, and where we are now.

Ep. 8 - A Journey to the Stars with Dr. Melissa Hayes-Gehrke

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 07:29:32 +0000

A conversation 15 years in the making! Frank is joined by his former astronomy professor, Dr. Melissa Hayes-Gehrke, senior lecturer at the University of Maryland, College Park. Dr. Hayes-Gehrke tells us how the universe was created, the most exciting development in astronomy from the past decade and a half, and much more. It's a stellar show. Join us for a journey to the stars!

Ep. 7 - 1k a Pied

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 19:03:59 +0000

Frank is joined by artist/aerialist/archivist Rachel Menyuk to discuss her grandmother, Jeanne Gurtat, who helped Jewish children flee the Nazis in 1942. Rachel has worked with Pointless Theatre to adapt her grandmother's story into a multimedia workshop piece titled "1k a Pied", which debuts on Saturday, September 11, 2021 at 7:30pm EST (and it's free!). Visit Pointless Theatre for more information.

Ep. 6 - hoops crew: the starting 5

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 05:11:06 +0000

The hoops crew has our own feed now! Follow us at the hoops crew feed on Spotify (coming to Apple podcasts soon!). Now let's get down to business - this week, we talk about the Durant game, the shocking departure of Kawhi and CP3 from the postseason, and MC makes a big announcement about her upcoming comedy special with Charles Barkley.

Ep. 5 - hoops crew 4 ever

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 23:16:37 +0000

We're baaaaaack! After a week of technical difficulties, the hoops crew returns. Chloe can't join us this week, but you can! MC, Frank, Greg, and Matt gather to discuss our growing audience in Poland, what's going on with Shaq, and the second round of the NBA playoffs. Come on in, it's hoops crew 4 ever!

Ep. 4 - Hoops Crew 2 - 2 Hoops 2 Furious

Thu, 27 May 2021 05:01:13 +0000

The hoops crew returns! Frank is joined by Chloe Mikala, Mary Catherine Curran, Matt Sparacino, and Greg Twomey to talk all things NBA Playoffs. Plus the gang discusses Dawson's Creek, NBA mascots, and more! What are you waiting for? Get on in here!

Ep 3: NBA Playoffpalooza

Mon, 17 May 2021 11:46:53 +0000

Frank is joined by Mary Catherine Curran, Chloe Mikala, Matt Sparacino, and Greg Twomey to talk all things NBA playoffs. We talk about the important issues: Space Jam 2, which team is most attractive, and the best uniforms in the league. Come on and slam, and welcome to the jam.

Ep 2: A Love Letter to DC

Mon, 29 Mar 2021 04:05:00 +0000

Matt Sparacino joins the show to talk about the greatest city in the world, DC. Matt and Frank walk through the history of DC as told through the 2017 book Chocolate City: A History of Race and Democracy in the Nation's Capital, by Chris Myers Asch and George Derek Musgrove.

Ep. 1: The Opposite of Indifference

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 04:10:45 +0000

It's our first episode! Frank is joined by longtime friend Mitch Lerner (@mitchwlerner) to discuss the opposite of indifference. Not sure what that means? Well, you'll just have to listen to find out.