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Episode 35: Elyse Ashton

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Elyse Ashton, actress and co-host on The Anglophile Channel, joins us to discuss the movies that made her, as we premiere our brand new, upgraded recording equipment.  Check out our improved sound as we chat about hairy husbands, serious anglophilia, fairies and flies, and grown-up HR Pufnstuff.

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The Anglophile Channel on YouTube

 

Episode 34: Alastair James Murden

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Alastair James Murden, actor/comedian/voice-over actor/singer/citizen of the Wizarding World, spends a light-hearted afternoon with us, recounting the movies that made him the highly entertaining man he is today.  Join us as we discuss the fear of “s” creatures; unending, comforting angst; the cruelty of Pixar; and choo-choo-choosing.

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Here are links to items of interest mentioned in episode 34:

Alastair James Murden on YouTube

Maverick Theater – Fullerton

Improv Shmimprov

 

Episode 31: Eddie Furth

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Eddie Furth, comedian, actor, and host of Historical Roast at the Nerdmelt Showroom in Los Angeles, joins us for a fun discussion of the movies that made him the entertaining man he is today.  Listen in as we discuss mainlining gummy bears, yo momma, dinosaur birthdays, and fabric store torture.  And stick with us as we veer off beyond influences, into magical free plugs and Ted Talks.

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Historical Roast on Facebook

Historical Roast on Twitter

Eddie Furth on Twitter

Nerdmelt Showroom

 

Episode 25: Monica Parker

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Monica Parker, author of Getting Waisted: A Survival Guide to Being Fat in a Society That Loves Thin and OMG! How Children See God; co-writer of the beloved animated film All Dogs Go To Heaven; and theater, film and television actor, joins us to delve into the films that have influenced her to become the woman she is today.  Listen in, as we discuss the power of packaging, discovering your inner Norma Rae, enjoying violence (in the proper places), and philosophical spirals.

We’re giving you a heads-up that you won’t want to miss episode 26, coming February 22!  We’re celebrating the first anniversary of the Movies Made Me podcast by bringing back five guests from past episodes for a free-wheeling group conversation looking back at the year.  Join the fun with Jeff “Swampy” Marsh (episode 7), Janet Joyce Holden (episode 2), Michelle Nava (episode 3), Dan Shippey (episode 8), and Kelly Shippey (episode 13)!  Mark your calendar and join the party!

Don’t forget, you can now view and download the Complete List of Influential Films chosen by our guests.  With over 100 films mentioned, so far, you can discover plenty of amazing movies to enjoy!  Be sure to use our Contact Us page to let us know when our guests have inspired you to watch something you’ve never seen before, or when they’ve given you a new way of seeing an old favorite.

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Here are a few links to items of interest mentioned in episode 25:

Getting Waisted: A Survival Guide to Being Fat in a Society That Loves Thin on Amazon

OMG! How Children See God on Amazon

GettingWaisted.com

Monica Parker on IMDB

 

Episode 22: Martin Casella

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Martin Casella, playwright and actor, best known for his role as Marty in Poltergeist, joins us to discuss his career in film, his success in live theater, and the films that have most influenced him to be the man he is today.  Listen in, as we chat about Capracorn, seeing the world through film, the many routes to catharsis, and the wisdom of film critics.

We now have the complete list of influential films chosen by our Movies Made Me guests available for you to view and print!  Just visit our Complete List of Influential Films page and you’ll have the chance to download a pdf of the list!  We will also continue to update our Most Influential Films list, so you can quickly see the movies that have been mentioned by more than one guest.

Help us prepare for our first anniversary episode!  Use the Contact Us page to let us know about any episodes or films mentioned on the show that you’ve particularly enjoyed.  You can also let us know about a film that has influenced you and how it has done so!  We may include your comments in our special episode!

Tell us what you think of the podcast by commenting here or leave us your thoughts on Facebook,  Twitter or Instagram.  Also, you can now submit your questions and comments through our Contact Us page.

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Here are a few links to items of interest mentioned in episode 22:

The Harvey Milk High School – Scholarship Donations

After Life on IMDB

The Clouds of Sils Maria on IMDB

 

Episode 19: Clancy Brown

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Actor Clancy Brown, perhaps best known for his roles in The Shawshank Redemption, Highlander, The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai: Across the Eighth Dimension, and Spongebob Squarepants, joins us for a candid discussion about the films that have made him the man he is today.  Listen in, as we discuss turning to your father for answers, the Fab Four heartache cure, six year-old auteurs, and the perfect audience.

Don’t miss Clancy Brown’s upcoming films, the Coen Brothers’ Hail Caesar!, coming February 2016, and Warcraft, coming June 2016.  Please consider making a donation to the Beth Brown Memorial Foundation, supporting scholarships for Champaign County, OH students working toward careers in the healing arts, as discussed in this episode.

What do you think of the films chosen by Clancy Brown?  Did he mention any films that influenced you, as well?  Tell us by commenting here, or leave us your thoughts on Facebook or Twitter.  Remember, you can now also follow us on Instagram!

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Be sure to check out these links to learn more about Clancy Brown and the Beth Brown Memorial Foundation:

Clancy Brown on IMDB

Beth Brown Memorial Foundation

 

 

 

 

Episode 12: Bo Hopkins

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We were honored to sit down with actor Bo Hopkins for a discussion of the films from his lengthy career that have most influenced him.  Bo is best known for his roles in American Graffiti, More American Graffiti, The Wild Bunch, Midnight Express and television’s Dynasty and The Rockford Files.  He has also appeared in countless other films and television shows, with appearances ranging from Bonanza and Gunsmoke to Charlie’s Angels and Murder She Wrote.  His latest film project, EVElyn Rising, begins filming soon.

Enjoy hearing about his storied career, as we discuss why good liars make good actors, working with your heroes, being confronted by your own movie dialogue, and why Peter Jackson should meet “Stonewall” Jackson.

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For more information about Bo Hopkins, please follow these links:

EVElyn Rising on Facebook

Bo Hopkins Official Website

Bo Hopkins on IMDB