12/09/2022
We back. WE NEVER LEFT. Episode 36 is live now. Don’t come asking about all the episodes you missed… in this episode Justin discusses moving abroad and Thomas discusses his new film project. LINK IN BIO.
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03/01/2022
Happy new year! We didn’t die, and we provide other excuses for our hiatus. Plus, Thomas gives an in depth update on the film project he’s working on.
03/01/2022
After a couple months without an episode, we catch up and provide excuses for the hiatus. Thomas goes in depth on the new indie film project he's been working on.
12/10/2021
NEW EPISODE! Episode 18 is live and we talk Nostalgia. Here’s the pic of Justin at the Beloved concert he mentioned. Plus the Shashibo Cube. LINK IN BIO.
16/09/2021
Episode 17 is live! We talk turkey bombs of movies that we still secretly love. Featuring: Last Action Hero, Orange County and the Lake House. Listen wherever you get your podcasts (links in bio).
15/09/2021
In this episode we fight over which bomb turkeys (movies that failed both commercially and critically) are worth defending, including Last Action Hero, Orange County and The Lake House.
08/09/2021
This week’s episode is gonna be fun! We’re watching turkeys that we love. Each of us picked a film that other hadn’t seen, that was both a commercial and critical failure, but one we loved. Plus we’ll add into the mix, as a colossal failure of the ‘90s that we loved but haven’t watched since we were kids. What are turkeys that you love? They have to be commercial and critical failures to qualify. Bonus if the general audience consensus is also low.
23/08/2021
Episode 16 has dropped! We talk about what makes a good movie title. Listen wherever you get your podcasts (links in bio).
23/08/2021
What makes a good movie or book title? We spend more time than is appropriate discussing this very question. Plus, Justin weighs on in on current COVID concerns, and Thomas recommends the best film of 2021 so far.
23/08/2021
As promised, Justin and his new dog Twig, who makes a brief appearance on Episode 16.
09/08/2021
Back from the summer buzz with a low energy episode (sorry) about the books we’re reading, current movie exhibition trends and online login portals (sorry). Listen wherever you get your podcasts. Link in bio.
16/07/2021
Ah!! July has been too crazy but we managed to find 30 minutes to chat about some updates. Hopefully this will hold you all over till August when we’re back like damn professionals. Link in bio.
16/07/2021
July travel has got us all busy, but we wanted to check in quickly with an unpolished, unedited episode for some updates on Thomas's film pitching at the Cannes Market, Justin's new work position, and a few picks to get you through the summer heat.
28/06/2021
Episode 13 is there! In this episode, we discuss two new movies: "A Quiet Place Part 2" and Bo Burnham's comedy special "Inside". Plus, the guys have a thoughtful discussion on the tolls we pay to travel the roads we take.
28/06/2021
And here’s Justin fly-fishing with his mother in law. Listen to episode 13 for the story!
28/06/2021
Episode 13 is here! We’re officially a . In this episode we talk and the tolls we pay to travel this road called life. Cue ! Link in bio and wherever you listen to . Plus we shout out our friends podcast.
14/06/2021
had a blast talking about the great film THE KILLING OF TWO LOVERS with his friends at podcast. Listen wherever you get your podcasts and at www.saintsandcinema.com.
08/06/2021
Episode 12 is live! We talk movie villains and real life villains. It gets DEEP (and wide). Available everywhere. Links in bio.
24/05/2021
This was a fun one. Thanks to Nev Schulman for hanging out with us and telling us this amazing story about auditioning for . Full episode links in bio — available wherever you get your podcasts.
14/05/2021
Recorded a good one today with our buddy Nev Schulman. We talked business, life, and parenting. Episode drops 5.24.
11/05/2021
A day late but not a dollar short for our TENTH EPISODE. We get deep talking about our cultural addiction to productivity and hedging hope. We also give some project updates and talk about agents in show business. Available wherever you get your podcasts.
11/05/2021
Episode 10! We did it! (But not without some major technical failures....) In this episode, Thomas and Justin discuss updates on their respective projects, including Justin's novel and Thomas' film, leading to a conversation on agents in show business. Plus, Thomas' backyard firepit redesign leads to a poignant discussion on our cultural addiction to productivity.
10/05/2021
Justin getting cute with a Halo background. Episode 10 dropping a day or so late because Thomas’ computer broke and was being repaired. 🤷🏻♂️
26/04/2021
Episode 9 is live! We talk story structure and break down DIE HARD. Plus we do a little career highlight for the amazing John Woo. Link bio — available wherever you get your podcasts.
26/04/2021
In this episode we break down story structure and the various models for writing drama. We use Die Hard as a template but also reference The Fugitive, Speed, Jurassic Park, and more! Plus, we do a little career highlight on legendary Chinese action director John Woo.
12/04/2021
The Oscars are coming up soon! In honor, Thomas & Justin fight about the best movies of 2020.
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19. New Year Same Friends
After a couple months without an episode, we catch up and provide excuses for the hiatus. Thomas goes in depth on the new indie film project he's been working on.
17: Bomb Turkeys
In this episode we fight over which bomb turkeys (movies that failed both commercially and critically) are worth defending, including Last Action Hero, Orange County and The Lake House.
16: Good Titles
What makes a good movie or book title? We spend more time than is appropriate discussing this very question. Plus, Justin weighs on in on current COVID concerns, and Thomas recommends the best film of 2021 so far.
14: A Midsummer Quickie
July travel has got us all busy, but we wanted to check in quickly with an unpolished, unedited episode for some updates on Thomas's film pitching at the Cannes Market, Justin's new work position, and a few picks to get you through the summer heat.
13: A Quiet Place Part 2 / Bo Burnham
Episode 13 is there! In this episode, we discuss two new movies: "A Quiet Place Part 2" and Bo Burnham's comedy special "Inside". Plus, the guys have a thoughtful discussion on the tolls we pay to travel the roads we take.
This was a fun one. Thanks to Nev Schulman for hanging out with us and telling us this amazing story about auditioning for #mrpopperspenguins. Full episode links in bio — available wherever you get your podcasts.
10: Productivity Addiction / Agents
Episode 10! We did it! (But not without some major technical failures....) In this episode, Thomas and Justin discuss updates on their respective projects, including Justin's novel and Thomas' film, leading to a conversation on agents in show business. Plus, Thomas' backyard firepit redesign leads to a poignant discussion on our cultural addiction to productivity.
09: Story Structure
In this episode we break down story structure and the various models for writing drama. We use Die Hard as a template but also reference The Fugitive, Speed, Jurassic Park, and more! Plus, we do a little career highlight on legendary Chinese action director John Woo.
Episode 8 is live! @thomastorrey and @jay_btp chat about the #BestMovies2020. They even fight about a few of them. Listen wherever you get your podcasts. Links in bio.
08: Best Films of 2020
The Oscars are coming up soon! In honor, Thomas & Justin fight about the best movies of 2020.
07: Production Pivot / Vaccines
In this episode Thomas gives an update on his feature film project, including how financing challenges are causing him to pivot and the alchemy of getting a movie made. Plus, Justin explains how vaccines work and the benefits of a guilt-free nap.
Are you always running or are you stopping to celebrate along the way? Profound insight from recording artist John Mark McMillan. Available wherever you listen to podcasts.
In our discussion of writing dialog, and in an effort to articulate what actual “natural” dialog sounds like, Justin wanted to read — verbatim — an excerpt of himself discussing something from Episode 2 of our podcast. The results were hilarious and too hard to transcribe for the closed caption.
Justin’s kids thought he was a professional rock climber because that’s what they saw him doing. Listen to episode 4 as we unpack what we actually do. Available wherever you get your podcasts (and links in the bio). #podcasts #whatwedo #jobs #careertalk #twofriends
04: Demystifying What We Do
In episode four we unpack and demystify our respective jobs as a scientist in the biotech world (Justin) and as a director in film and commercials (Thomas). Plus, Justin lends his expertise to a discussion on the COVID vaccine, and more.
Episode 3 is available everywhere. This clip is from the end of the episode where Justin schools Thomas on what #haggis is. Comment if you know what #haggis.
03: The Types of Creativity
In this episode, we discuss the two types of creativity, establishing creative rituals and creating a creative environment to work in. In addition, Justin confesses to not liking Star Wars or Lord of the Rings and we go deep on survival tactics in the arctic (courtesy of "Alone").
Episode 2 is out! Available everywhere. Links in bio. WE DISCUSS: #netflix #trauma #pain #film #cinematicart #condolences and more.
02: The Netflix Problem / Bravery in Pain
In episode 02 of our podcast, we discuss how the current streaming landscape is hurting cinematic art. In addition, we discuss our personal experiences with trauma and the things people say to console.
Justin @jay_btp recounts what he discovered about leaving the science field and then what became a source of crisis. Listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts. Links in bio.
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