Episode 27: Brendan Creecy

Brendan Creecy, host of the Radio Brendoman podcast, spoke with us briefly during Movies Made Me episode 16 from the L.A. Podcast Festival.  We’re thrilled to have him join us for a full episode, to share his list of five movies that have made him who he is today.  Listen in to this energetic episode, as we discuss vinyl podcasts, pep talks from your heroes, fluke filmmakers, and the power of 90210.

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Radio Brendoman podcast on iTunes

Radio Brendoman podcast webpage

Benview Network

Brax the Alien Rocker webcomic

 

Episode 26: First Anniversary Celebration!

Join the party as we bring you a celebration of our first anniversary!  Past guests Jeff “Swampy” Marsh (episode 7), Janet Joyce Holden (episode 2), Michelle Nava (episode 3), Dan Shippey (episode 8), and Kelly Shippey (episode 13) come together for a raucous and free-wheeling conversation about the past year of Movies Made Me, Clancy Brown’s priorities, the tyranny of the five, insults from Cloris Leachman, and the worst movie for any situation.

Thank you for being a Movies Made Me listener during the first year of shows!  Your support and enthusiasm make this program possible.  Because of you, we’ve achieved more than we thought possible over the first 26 episodes. Our thanks to each and every one of you for taking the time to listen and for sharing the show with your friends and followers!

In year one, we have seen how the discussion of films as influential to the creation of our individual identities has joined us together in a mutual appreciation for film as a powerful tool for understanding, personal growth, and exploration of ourselves and the world around us. As we head into year two, we promise to bring you even more fascinating guests who will share their unique stories about the films that have impacted their lives in remarkable ways.

Take a look back at the full year of films chosen by our guests with the Complete List of Influential Films! With over 100 films mentioned over 26 episodes, we’re certain you’ll find something new to discover!  Also, take a look at our list of the Most Influential Films, to see which movies have been chosen by more than one guest.  Can you guess which ones are the most mentioned?  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 26:

Movies Made Me – Episode 6 – Mike Matola

Mike Matola website

Line by Line Posters (Mike Matola) on Etsy

Movies Made Me – Episode 21 – Patrick Foss

Comedian Movie Trailer on YouTube.com

Jeff “Swampy” Marsh on Instagram

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The infamous “twins” photo of Jeff “Swampy” Marsh (left) and Clancy Brown (right).

Episode 25: Monica Parker

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.

Be sure you follow us on FacebookTwitter and Instagram for all the latest Movies Made Me information, DVR alerts, and unique content.

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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 24: David Blake Lucarelli

David Blake Lucarelli, author of the graphic novel series The Children’s Vampire Hunting Brigade, editor of the horror anthology Winter Horror Days (also featuring our episode 2 guest Janet Joyce Holden) and motion picture ADR Recordist, discusses the films that have influenced him to be the person he is today.  Join us, as we delve into completing the circle, living in other worlds, loving your favorite rock band even when they threaten to sue, and swimming with Cheap Trick.

Have you ever wished you could see a full list of all the amazing films chosen by Movies Made Me guests?  We’ve got you covered!  Just visit our Complete List of Influential Films page to download the list.  It’s a great way to look over all the films mentioned on the show and note the ones you want to watch!

Tell us what you think of the podcast by commenting here or leave us your thoughts on FacebookTwitter 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 24:

The Children’s Vampire Hunting Brigade

Winter Horror Days on Amazon

Horror Writers Association

David Blake Lucarelli on IMDB

 

Episode 23: Daniel “Bad Apple” Ramirez

Daniel “Bad Apple” Ramirez, creative designer/illustrator/animator, joins us for a discussion of the films that have most influenced him in his journey to becoming the person he is today.  Listen in, as we chat about sweaty hands, groundbreaking art, all the feels, and finding your future at 7-11.

Be sure to check out The Art of BadApple at BadAppleDesignz.com, Facebook, and Instagram, for unique artwork and custom commissioned sketch cards.  Also check out BadAppleDesignz Studio on Instagram for custom buttons and magnets.

Please also consider supporting Bad Apple’s Patreon account, to help continue the creation his terrific artwork!

Help us prepare for our first anniversary episode!  Use the Contact Us page to let us know about any episodes or film discussions 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!

Don’t forget, 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 to download the list!  It’s a great way to look over all the films mentioned on the show and note the ones you want to watch!

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

Be sure to subscribe to the Movies Made Me podcast on iTunes and Stitcher, so you’ll never miss an episode.  Please rate and review us, to help us reach a wider audience!  We’ll be sure to give you a shout-out on a future episode, if you give us a rating and comment!

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Here are a few links to items of interest mentioned in episode 23:

Support Bad Apple on Patreon

BadAppleDesignz.com

The Art of BadApple on Facebook

The Art of BadApple on Instagram

BadAppleDesignz Studio on Instagram

Cinematic Immunity podcast

 

 

Episode 22: Martin Casella

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 FacebookTwitter or Instagram.  Also, you can now submit your questions and comments through our Contact Us page.

Be sure to subscribe to the Movies Made Me podcast on iTunes and Stitcher, so you’ll never miss an episode.  Please rate and review us, to help us reach a wider audience!  We’ll be sure to give you a shout-out on a future episode, if you give us a rating and comment!

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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 21: Patrick Foss

Patrick Foss, host of Repeat All podcast, is our guest for a deep conversation about the films that have made him who he is today.  You may have heard Patrick discuss one of his influential films on episode 16 from the L.A. Podcast Festival.  He joins us now for a full-length look at his influences.  Listen in, as we discuss mastering not mastering, why Ewoks are cool, metal buffaloes, and supporting your favorite band even when they don’t exist.

As mentioned at the start of this episode, we’ve added a Contact Us tab to our website, so you can let us know your thoughts on the show or ask us a question!  We’re also preparing to bring you a special first anniversary episode and we’d love to hear from you!  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 or Twitter.  And don’t forget, you can now follow us on Instagram!

Be sure to subscribe to the Movies Made Me podcast on iTunes and Stitcher, so you’ll never miss an episode.  Please rate and review us, to help us reach a wider audience!  We’ll be sure to give you a shout-out on a future episode, if you give us a rating and comment!

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Here are a few links to items of interest mentioned in episode 21:

Repeat All podcast

Patrick B Foss.com – Voiceover Demo

Witch’s Hat on iTunes

The Magic Lantern podcast

Episode 20: Captain Rusty Rice

We’re joined by Captain Rusty Rice, professional adventurer, sailor, and EMT, for a look into the films that have influenced him in his lifetime of wide-ranging interests.  Listen in, as we discuss brimmed hats and silhouettes, dressing for the job you want, pirate connections, and being a knotty posterboy.

Have any of Captain Rusty Rice’s films also influenced you?  Have thoughts about this episode that you’d like to share?  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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Click the links below for more information on subjects discussed in this episode:

Outward Bound

Boy Scouts of America

 

 

 

 

Episode 19: Clancy Brown

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!

You can help us reach a wider audience!  Simply subscribe to the Movies Made Me podcast on iTunes and Stitcher, then give us a rating.  You’ll never miss an episode and you’ll earn our deepest gratitude.  Let us know when you’ve subscribed and rated us on both services, so we can publicly thank you!

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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 18: Los Angeles Podcast Festival, Part 2 of 2, featuring Leonard Maltin & Marc Maron

Welcome to the second of two special episodes recorded at the Audible presents Los Angeles Podcast Festival, which took place at the Sofitel hotel in Beverly Hills, CA, Sept. 18-20, 2015.  We thoroughly enjoyed attending the festival and speaking with our fellow podcasters, as well as seeing all the fans who attended live episode recordings by some of the biggest names in the industry.  Make your plans now for next year’s L.A. Podcast Festival and don’t miss this terrific event!

We chatted with our fellow podcasters in the SquareSpace Podcasting Lab throughout the festival weekend, and each guest was asked to tell us about one film that influenced them to be who they are.  In this episode, you’ll hear from:

Be sure to listen and subscribe to all the terrific podcasts mentioned in this episode!  Share the podcast love!

Did you miss our first episode from the Los Angeles Podcast Festival?  Listen to episode 16, featuring Greg Proops and Todd Glass now!

Join us again November 16 for episode 19, featuring actor Clancy Brown (“The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai: Across the Eighth Dimension,” “Highlander,” “The Shawshank Redemption,” “Spongebob Squarepants”).

What do you think of the films chosen by our guests in this episode?  Tell us by commenting here, or leave us your thoughts on Facebook or Twitter.  Remember, you can now follow us on Instagram!

You can help us reach a wider audience!  Simply subscribe to the Movies Made Me podcast on iTunes and Stitcher, then give us a rating.  You’ll never miss an episode and you’ll earn our deepest gratitude.  Let us know when you’ve subscribed and rated us on both services, so we can publicly thank you!

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