Episodes

March 10, 2022

205: The Batman

In honor of The Batman, Dave, Leo, Ryan and Jack break down the characters, themes and Oscar potential, ending with a ranking of all the Batman films. — 0:00 – 22:00 – News Fede Alvarez to direct new Alien film Ariana Debose & Alessandro Nivola joins the cast of Kraven The Hunter What we watched? 22:01 – 1:52:02 – The Batman — Love what you hear? Let your friends know and leave us a review! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE Reel Chronicles is on Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts Android Stitc...
March 2, 2022

204: Reel It Back: My Cousin Vinny Turns 30

Dave and Leo revisit the greatness of My Cousin Vinny in celebration of its 30th anniversary. — Love what you hear? Let your friends know and leave us a review! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE Reel Chronicles is on Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts Android Stitcher Radio TuneIn Podchaser Laughable Many other podcast directories. SHOP Swag at TeePublic SUPPORT Become a patron of the show through Patreon FOLLOW Reel Chronicles on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Reel Talk Inc on Facebo...
Feb. 16, 2022

203: Sports Films Fantasy Draft

Dave, Leo and JC celebrated Super Bowl Sunday by choosing sports films in this week’s draft. 0:00 – 1:00:00: News Adam Driver, Penelope Cruz, Shailene Woodley Cast In Michael Mann’s Ferrari Russell Crowe joins the cast of Kraven Movie Trailers Lightyear Jurassic World: Dominion NOPE 2022 Oscar Nominations Kevin Smith Comments on Oscar nominations What We Watched? 1:00:00 – 1:27:39: Sports Films Fantasy Draft Love what you hear? Let your friends know and leave us a review! LISTEN & SUB...
Feb. 9, 2022

202: Top 10 Best & 5 Worst Disaster Films

In honor of Moonfall‘s debut, Dave and Leo take a look at the best and worst disaster films in this week. — Love what you hear? Let your friends know and leave us a review! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE Reel Chronicles is on Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts Android Stitcher Radio TuneIn Podchaser Laughable Many other podcast directories. SHOP Swag at TeePublic SUPPORT Become a patron of the show through Patreon FOLLOW Reel Chronicles on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Reel Talk I...
Feb. 7, 2022

201: 94th Academy Awards Nomination Predictions

Dave is joined by the League of Cinephiles members: Jack, Hunter, and Tristan in a very special episode where the guys highlight their nomination predictions for the upcoming 94th Academy Awards. How many will they get right? Find out officially on Tuesday, February 8th when they’re announced. — Love what you hear? Let your friends know and leave us a review! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE Reel Chronicles is on Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts Android Stitcher Radio TuneIn Podchaser Laughab...
Jan. 20, 2022

200: Favorite Films Fantasy Draft

It’s our 200th episode! We break down our favorite films in a fantasy draft you do not want to miss! — 0:00 – 52:00: News To Catch a Thief Remake in the Works Michael Imperioli & Aubrey Plaza Join the Cast of The White Lotus The Santa Clause Disney Plus Series Confirmed The Batman Rated PG-13 Golden Globe Winners SAG Nominations BAFTA Long List What We Watched? 52:01 – 1:18:51: Favorite Films Fantasy Draft — Love what you hear? Let your friends know and leave us a review! LISTEN &...
Jan. 19, 2022

199: January Releases Fantasy Draft

January is best known as a “dump month” when movie theaters become flooded with titles for which the studios have little hope of success. The guys draft their top January releases in this week’s fantasy draft episode. — 0:00 – 47:20: News Betty White, Peter Bogdanovich & Sidney Poitier Pass Away Rooney Mara to Play Audrey Hepburn in Apple TV+ Chris Evans in Talks to Play Gene Kelly Pixar’s Turning Red will stream to Disney+ 79th Golden Globes To Place Without Celebrities, Press or Audien...
Dec. 31, 2021

198: Best of 2021

Listen in as Dave and JC break down their best and worst films of 2021, along with their most anticipated films of 2022 in this mega-sized end of the year episode. To our listeners – we wish you a very Happy 2022! 0:00 – 45:30: News Atlanta Season 3 Premieres March 22, 2022 Oscars Short-Lists Announced: Titane Snubbed Michael Keaton Joins Cast of Batgirl The Northman Trailer What We Watched? 45:31 – 2:04:41: Top 15 Best of 2021 Top 10 Worst of 2021 15 Most Anticipated of 2022 YOUR HO...
Dec. 30, 2021

197: Christmas Films Draft

In honor of the Christmas holiday, the guys draft Christmas films in a fantasy draft episode not to be missed. — 0:00 – 27:00: News Spiral Sequel in the Works Golden Globes & Critics Choice Nominations Blue Beetle Shifts from HBO Max to Theatrical Release National Film Registry Adds 25 New Films What We Watched? Spider-Man Rankings 27:00 – 1:05:14: Christmas Films Draft YOUR HOSTS: David – @gonzo_mania Leo – @luckyleo171 Ryan – @podmert Love what you hear? Let your friends know and...
Dec. 21, 2021

196: I Love Lucy

In honor of the 70th anniversary of I Love Lucy and the premiere of Being the Ricardos today on Amazon Prime, Dave and Jen (Lucy fanatics) break down the iconic sitcom, the film (what they got right and wrong), and their favorite episodes. Listen in and fall in love with Lucy too! — 0:00 – 45:00: News Tom Holland to play Fred Astaire in Sony Biopic Florence Pugh, Rami Malek & Benny Safdie join Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer Apple to Release Adam McKay’s Elizabeth Holmes Film Starring Jenni...
Dec. 9, 2021

195: Harry Potter Turns 20

On this week’s episode, the guys look at the legacy of the Harry Potter franchise. As the first entry celebrates its 20th anniversary, Dave, Ryan, & Leo break down all the entries in the franchise. — 0:00 – 23:00: News Drazen Petrovic biopic in the works Spider-Man producer confirms Tom Holland will return for new trilogy Spider-Man: Across The Spider-verse teaser Magic Mike’s Last Dance Confirmed Chucky Season 2 Confirmed National Board of Review Names Licorice Pizza 2021’s Best Film ...
Dec. 9, 2021

194: Comedy Draft

On this week’s episode, the draft returns and the guys draft 10 comedies. — 00:00 – 39:01: News No Time To Die is the highest grossing film of 2021 & set to lose 100 million Clifford the Big Red Dog Sequel confirmed Ridley Scott reveals Blade Runner TV series in the works Last Duel & House of Gucci Director’s Cuts to be released Bel-Air Teaser What We Watched? 39:01 – 1:24:52: Comedy Draft YOUR HOSTS: David – @gonzo_mania Leo – @luckyleo171 Ryan – @podmert Love what you hear? Let y...
Nov. 24, 2021

193 – The Departed 15th Anniversary

This week’s episode travels to Boston as the guys celebrates the 15th anniversary of the Martin Scorsese classic, The Departed. 0:00 – 23:05: News Greta Gerwig to write Snow White adaptation Jonah Hill to play Jerry Garcia in Grateful Dead biopic Blockbuster comedy starting Randall Park coming to Netflix Delroy Lindo joins the cast of Blade Spider-Man: No Way Home Spoiler Photos and Trailer What We Watched? 23:05 – 56:53: The Departed YOUR HOSTS: David – @gonzo_mania Leo – @luckyleo17...
Nov. 21, 2021

192 – Scream

Dave and special guests, Meg and Tom, discuss the legacy of Scream. Note: This episode was recorded in October 2021. YOUR HOSTS: David – @gonzo_mania Meg – @megthegeek Tom – @the_tom_see Love what you hear? Let your friends know and leave us a review! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE Reel Chronicles is on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts Android Stitcher Radio TuneIn Podchaser Laughable Many other podcast directories. SHOP Swag at TeePublic Amazon recommendations. SUPPORT Become a patron of th...
Nov. 21, 2021

191 – Marvel Villains

Dave, Leo, and Ryan count down Marvel villains. YOUR HOSTS: David – @gonzo_mania Leo – @luckyleo171 Ryan – @podmert Love what you hear? Let your friends know and leave us a review! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE Reel Chronicles is on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts Android Stitcher Radio TuneIn Podchaser Laughable Many other podcast directories. SHOP Swag at TeePublic Amazon recommendations. SUPPORT Become a patron of the show through Patreon FOLLOW Reel Chronicles on Facebook, Twitter, an...
Nov. 17, 2021

190: The Oscar Temperature

This week’s special edition Reel Chronicles measures the current temperature of the Oscar Season! Leo, Dave & special guest Sean (@mathteachermovies podcast) break down every category in the awards season, including Dave making his case for Nicole Kidman, upsetting Kristen Stewart on Oscar night. What was his argument? Tune in and find out. 0:00-32:00: Jason Momoa & Dave Bautista’s Buddy Cop Film Heading to MGM Patty Jenkins’ Star Wars Film: Rogue Squadron Delayed Chloe Zhao Rumored To Be Di...
Sept. 24, 2021

189: TV Shows Fantasy Draft

The guys are back with a brand new episode with a TV Shows Fantasy Draft. Listen to Past Episodes: 187: 50 Years of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory 184: Marvel Cinematic Universe Ranked 183: Marvel Films Fantasy Draft Cinephile Roundtable: 10. The Fast and the Furious 182: 35 Years of Pixar YOUR HOSTS: David – @gonzo_mania Leo – @luckyleo171 Ryan – @podmert Love what you hear? Let your friends know and leave us a review! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE Reel Chronicles is on Apple Podcasts, Google...
Sept. 3, 2021

188: Best Performances Fantasy Draft

Friday has arrived and so has one of our best fantasy drafts to date. The guys and gal choose the best acting performances of all time. Note: We’ll be taking Labor Day weekend off, so you’ll have next week to listen. Listen to Past Episodes: 187: 50 Years of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory 184: Marvel Cinematic Universe Ranked 183: Marvel Films Fantasy Draft Cinephile Roundtable: 10. The Fast and the Furious 182: 35 Years of Pixar YOUR HOSTS: David – @gonzo_mania Leo – @luckyleo171 Ryan...
Sept. 1, 2021

187: 50 Years of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

After a summer break, Reel Chronicles is back with two new episodes this week. First up is our tribute to Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory. Can you believe it’s been around for 50 years? On Friday, we’ll have one of our best fantasy drafts to date for your listening pleasure and debate – Best Acting Performances. Note: We’ll be taking Labor Day weekend off, so you’ll have next week to listen. Listen to Past Episodes: 184: Marvel Cinematic Universe Ranked 183: Marvel Films Fantasy Draft Ci...
Aug. 11, 2021

186: Sequels Fantasy Film Draft

This week, Dave, Jen, Ryan, and Meg the Geek draft their favorite movie sequels in a variety of genres. Listen and find out who got Grease 2. 0:00 – 50:00: News Movies Moving to 2022: Next Goal Wins, Canterbury Glass (David O. Russell), The Whale Impeachment Teaser The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers Renewed for Season 2 Stranger Things 4 coming in 2022 Xolo Mariduena in Talks to Lead DC’s Blue Beetle Cobra Kai Teaser Trailer What We Watched 50:01 – 1:22:19: Sequels Fantasy Film Draft Lis...
Aug. 4, 2021

Cinephile Roundtable: 12. DC Comics Movies Fantasy Draft

This is a special 2-part episode. First up, Jen and Ryan join Dave for the News of the week. After that, JC, Elliott, and Dave draft their best DC Comics Movies. Timeline 0:00 – 56:39: News with Ryan and Jen The United States v. Vince McMahon Series Netflix moves Blonde to 2022 Christopher Nolan in Talks with Netflix Ghostbusters: Afterlife Trailer House of Gucci Trailer Scarlett Johansson Sues Disney What We Watched 56:40- 1:27:04: DC Movies Fantasy Draft with Elliott and JC FOLLOW ...
July 28, 2021

Cinephile Roundtable: 11. Terminator 2: Judgment Day 30th Anniversary

Dave, JC, and Elliott celebrate the 30th anniversary of Terminator 2: Judgment Day. Met with instant success, it’s become widely known as one of the very best sequels of all time. Listen and find out what they think. Timeline 0:00 – 37:30: News TIFF Announcements Clerks 3 Picked Up by Lionsgate and Begins Production Soon Leslie Grace cast as Batgirl for upcoming HBO Max film Michael B. Jordan Developing a Superman Project for HBO Max Dune Trailer Discussion What We Watched 37:31- 1:14:3...
July 21, 2021

185: 25 Years of Space Jam

In honor of the debut of Space Jam: A New Legacy last week, Dave, Leo, and Ryan take a look at the original – a nostalgia-filled childhood classic on its 25th birthday – Space Jam. Does it still hold up? Has Ryan ever seen it? Listen and find out. 0:00 – 1:03:45: News Antonio Banderas Joins Cast of Indiana Jones 5 A24 Explored a Sale for $3 Billion Loki Renewed for Season 2 Jennifer Carpenter Returning for Dexter Revival The Suicide Squad First Reactions James Gandolfini Paid $3 Million t...
July 14, 2021

184: Marvel Cinematic Universe Ranked

This week, Dave, Leo, and special guest, Meg the Geek, discuss Black Widow and rank the entire Marvel Cinematic Universe. 0:00 – 57:59: News Scream Now 100% Complete Bill Condon to Direct Guys and Dolls adaptation First Look at Just Like That Greta Gerwig to Direct Barbie Tomorrow War Sequel Greenlit Season 2 of The Witcher to Premiere December 17th Zack Snyder to direct Rebel Moon at Netflix What We Watched 58:00 – 2:20:34: Marvel Cinematic Universe Ranked Listen to Past Episodes: 1...