The Bros 'n Brews Podcast

29/10/2021

10/11/2020

EPISODE 25:
~ Mental Health: We Open Up ~
________________


The Bros 'n Brews Podcast
26 Episodes

Ep. 25: Mental Health: Us Opening Up
__________
In this week's episode; Matt and James kick things off by reacting to the US Presidential Election (1.30), similarities to the Netflix show 'House of Cards', and pondering the question 'what's next for America? (9.00) Then, the Bros continue Movember month, by diving into this week's main topic: Mental Health: Us Opening Up. (19.00) Matt begins by opening up about his incredibly difficult 2020, and the developments in his personal life that have affected his mental health, (22.30) before James opens up about experiencing the impact of su***de in his teenage years. (43.00) Finally, the Bros speak to the power of checking-in with friends. (55.00)

DISCLAIMER: This weeks episode contains heavy themes, including reference to su***de. Listener discretion is advised.

~ Preview in the Comments ~

Spotify / Apple Podcasts / Direct Download
👇👇👇
https://linktr.ee/TheBrosnBrewsPod

03/11/2020

•Episode 24•
Mental Health: In The Arts
________________

In this week's episode; Matt and James kick things off with a check-in, this week's TV recommendations (06.00), introducing Movember Month on the BnB Pod, (14.00) and answering the question: ''what are your pet peeves?'' (21.00) Then, the Bros dive into this week's main topic: Mental Health in the Arts. (29.30) They debate the expression 'Theatre isn't Therapy' (34.30), before discussing the inherent mental struggles of a career in the Arts. (40.30) Finally, the Bros ponder the negative impacts of fame, public perception, and the loss of identity, for celebrities in the entertainment and arts industries. (47.30)

DISCLAIMER:
This week discussion contains heavy themes, including reference to su***de. Listener discretion is advised.

~ Preview in the Comments ~

Spotify / Apple Podcasts / Direct Download
👇👇👇
https://linktr.ee/TheBrosnBrewsPod

28/10/2020

Attention Instagram users!

The Bros 'n Brews Podcast is doing a $50 brews GIVEAWAY to help grow our audience!!🍷🍸🍹🍺🍾

The winner will receive a personalised brew package, designed by us based on your tasting preferences, and delivered to your front door!

All you have to do is FOLLOW our Instagram profile, LIKE the below banner picture, and TAG at least two friends in the comments.

Help us expand our listening base! ❤️👏

https://www.instagram.com/thebrosnbrewspodcast/

20/10/2020

EPISODE 22: Election Reaction
________________
In this week's episode; Matt and James begin with some TV & Film recommendations (3.30), before answering the question: 'What percentage chance is there that you one day become a politician?' (15.00) Then, the Bros dive into this week's main topic: Reaction to the 2020 New Zealand General Election. (23.00) The Bros share their election night experiences, general reaction to the Labour Party's dominant result, Electorate Seats of note, and Matt being an Auckland Central voter. Next, the discussion turns towards 'what happens next?', in the formation of our next government (46.00). Finally, James shares his thoughts on MMP, the need for further electoral reform, and New Zealand's obsession with the 'wasted vote' fallacy. (50.30)

~ Preview in the Comments ~

Spotify / Apple Podcasts / Direct Download
👇👇👇
https://linktr.ee/TheBrosnBrewsPod

06/10/2020

Today is ANNOUNCEMENT DAY!!!🎆🎉

We are absolutely ecstatic to announce that The Bros 'n Brews Podcast is signing on to join the Australian-based, independent podcast network: That's Not Canon Productions.

After five months, and 20 episodes of building our content, platform and brand, we are stoked to join forces with TNC to take our Pod to the next level. Listen to the full episode for all the juicy details, and what this means for the show going forward!!!

James & Matt👬 xx

• Episode 20 •
TWENTY20: Past, Present & Future.
________________
In this week's episode; Matt and James begin by sharing some very, VERY exciting news: The Bros 'n Brews Podcast is signing on with a podcast network!! (04.30) The Bros discuss the process of trying to grow their podcast brand, making the decision to take a step-up professionally, and their future collaboration with TNC Productions. Then, Matt and James each share three of their favourite episodes so far, (16.30) before revisiting the first twenty weeks, to cover a weird and wonderful range of talking points, changed opinions, and forgotten titbits. (28.30)

~ Preview in the Comments ~

Spotify / Apple Podcasts / Direct Download
👇👇👇
https://linktr.ee/TheBrosnBrewsPod

29/09/2020

EPISODE 19: Toxic Masculinity
_______________
In this week's episode; Matt and James kick things off by chatting about Daylight savings, the mental-health benefits of light, and debating where they would rather live: in a place of extreme cold, or extreme heat. (09.00) Then, the Bros dive into this week's main topic: Toxic Masculinity (19.30). They discuss the differences between 'active' and 'inactive' toxic masculinity (23.00), and the feminine aspects of their personalities. Matt reflects on New Zealand's particular masculine ideals and the "she'll be right" mantra, (30.00) before James ponders how the first year of university often breeds toxic masculinity, and the importance of male-to-male dialogue. (34.00) Finally, Matt speaks about 'town culture', and standing up against unwanted s*xual attention. (42.30)

~ Preview in the Comments ~

Spotify / Apple Podcasts / Direct Download
👇👇👇
https://linktr.ee/TheBrosnBrewsPod

24/09/2020

•Episode 18•
Eighteen Again, Screen Acting Reloaded, & Music By ALAS
________________

In this weeks episode; Matt and James kickstart affairs by wishing the B'nB Pod a Happy Eighteenth episode (1.30), before discussing their personal 18th birthdays and first legal alcohol purchases (3.00). Then, the Bros revisit the world of acting for screen, with James reflecting on his recent short-film shoot. (11.30) James chats about working with a writer/director, the rehearsal process for film, and the challenges of shooting on-location. Finally, the Bros share music from California-based, Hip-Hop artist ALAS. (41.30)

~ Preview in the Comments ~

Spotify / Apple Podcasts / Direct Download
👇👇👇
https://linktr.ee/TheBrosnBrewsPod

15/09/2020

EPISODE 17:
Death & Legacy: What We Leave Behind
_______________
In this week's episode; Matt and James begin with a spoiler-free discussion of Christopher Nolan's new film Tenet (2.00). Matt talks about being in a movie-theatre for the first time in six months, and the impact of good & bad cinematic sound-editing, Then, the Bros move into this week's main topic- Death & Legacy. They begin by sharing their thoughts on the notion of 'afterlife'; reflecting on traditional afterlife ideologies and the principles that underlie them, believing in post-life 'energies', and personal spiritual encounters. (18.00) The discussion then shifts towards the idea of 'legacy'; with the Bros pondering just how much they care about inspiring an individual legacy, as well as considering the value and limitations of artistic impact. (32.00) Finally, the Bros reflect on their personal histories with death: pets, family members, and the necessity of experiencing the impact of death as a kid. (42.30)

~ Preview in the Comments ~

Spotify / Apple Podcasts / Direct Download
👇👇👇
https://linktr.ee/TheBrosnBrewsPod

08/09/2020

Episode 16:
How To: Accents
________________

In this week's episode; Matt and James kick things off by discussing Fathers Day, the politics of Spaghetti Carbonara (2.00), and by pondering what they'd rather have every day: an extra hour of sleep, or an extra hour to read. | (7.30) Matt gives his thoughts on the new live-action remake of the Disney classic Mulan (15.30), before James dons his teacher cap, explaining the art and science of learning how to master accents. (30.30) | In a quick crash-course, James breaks down linguistic elements that change between different accents, the value of learning phonetic alphabet, why Drama Schools begin with the 'Received Pronunciation' (R.P) accent, and MORE.

~ Preview in the Comments ~

Spotify / Apple Podcasts / Direct Download
👇👇👇
https://linktr.ee/TheBrosnBrewsPod

01/09/2020

EPISODE 15:
Chadwick Boseman, Star Signs, & Quiztime (with a special guest host).
___________________

In this week's episode; Matt and James begin by discussing Star Signs. (3.30) | Then, the Bros take some time to reflect on the death of acclaimed actor Chadwick Boseman (18.30) | Matt speaks about the impact of Black Panther on cinema and pop-culture, Boseman's symbolic status as a 'king' figure for African-American representation in the arts, and processing the unexpected passing of famous people. | Finally, the Bros are joined by a special-guest quizmaster (and first, unofficial sponsor of the podcast), Hamish Stewart, for the third instalment of Brews Quiz (36.30)

~ Preview in the Comments ~

Spotify / Apple Podcasts / Direct Download
👇👇👇
https://linktr.ee/TheBrosnBrewsPod

25/08/2020

Episode 14: Friendship
_______________

In this week's episode; Matt and James kick things off by comparing and contrasting their internal-monologues. (8.30) | Then, the Bros dive into this week's topic: Friendship. (18.00) | Matt talks about the impact that moving to Auckland has had on his friendships, (19.30) before James chats about the conflicting joys and difficulties of returning to the social sphere of his home city. (24.00) | Other lines of discussion include: the social-pressure to acknowledge people in public, the lie of "we should catch up sometime", and the impact of social-media on how we perceive the concept of friendship. | Later, the Bros discuss the evolution of their own friendship, barely talking for two-years, and rekindling in 2020. (34.00) | Finally, why is it so hard to end a friendship? (45.30)

~ Preview in the Comments ~

Spotify / Apple Podcasts / Direct Download
👇👇👇
https://linktr.ee/TheBrosnBrewsPod

18/08/2020

Episode 13:
Don't Be So Dramatic ~ The School Years~
________________

In this week's episode; Matt and James begin by addressing the elephant in the room- the return of Covid-19 to New Zealand (1.00), before M asks J about his favourite film directors (6.30). | Then, the Bros launch into this week's main topic of discussion: their early years of Drama development. (19.00) Matt talks about the significant role that Shakespeare played in his secondary school years, the 'Drama Boys', his courageous "I'm Here" performance, and he re-performs a soliloquy ten years later. (28.30) | Then James discusses the range of college productions he was involved in, the crucial lessons learnt, the importance of being told that you have talent, and a speech extract from a special school role. (56.30)

~ Preview in the Comments ~

Spotify / Apple Podcasts / Direct Download
👇👇👇
https://linktr.ee/TheBrosnBrewsPod

12/08/2020

Episode 12. ~ S*X & S*xuality
____________________

In this week's episode; Matt and James kick things off by sharing some of their all-time favourite movies (5.30), and J shares his thoughts on recently watching The Notebook for the first time. (16.30) | Then, the Bros dive into the main topic for the week- S*x & S*xuality. They begin by talking about s*x within pop-culture, discussing just how influential art and entertainment can be in the s*xual education of young people, verses traditional 's*x-ed' practices.(19.30) | Next, the conversation shifts towards s*xuality, with Matt and James sharing where they identify on the s*xuality spectrum (29.00), being comfortable showing affection towards male friends (31.30), and recognising beauty outside of your s*xual orientation. (37.30) | The Bros also chat about being labelled as 'gay' at school, because of their interest in Drama (39.00), before closing the episode out with a conversation about monogamy and polyamory. (46.30)

~ Preview in the Comments ~

Spotify / Apple Podcasts / Direct Download
👇👇👇
https://linktr.ee/TheBrosnBrewsPod

04/08/2020

Episode 11 ~ Childhood Memories, Quiztime, & Band of Crooks
_______________
In this week's episode; Matt and James begin by reviewing Will Ferrell's newest film, before having a discussion about noticing weird coincidences in daily-life. (7.24) Then, the Bros take a trip down memory-lane, sharing stories and reflecting on their childhoods. (17.00) After pondering why it is that we remember some events and moments from our past more vividly than others, Matt shares the importance of sport in his childhood, (24.20) before the Bros compare their classic school packed-lunches. (27.15) Next up, we have the return of the Brews Quiz Segment, (42.20) and to round out the episode, Matt shares music from Wellington band, Band Of Crooks Official (59.25).

~ Preview in the Comments ~

Spotify / Apple Podcasts / Direct Download
👇👇👇
https://linktr.ee/TheBrosnBrewsPod

27/07/2020

Episode 10: Subjective, Intangible, & Indefinable- What Makes a Great Actor?
_____________________
In this week's episode; Matt and James begin by dabbling in the world of superstition. (4.15) They compare which strange occurrences do and do not get them pondering the supernatural, personal rituals from the past, and James shares the details of his strange, and somewhat-psychic-ish Monday night (7.40) Then, the Bros attempt to answer the difficult question- what makes an actor, a great actor? (17.00) They discuss how the critical and general-public's perception of an actors' abilities can change over time ( Mcconaughey), and how in TV & Film, the quality of writing and editing can determine how 'good' or 'bad' an actor's performance seems to be. (21.00-28.00) Then they touch on what contributes to a great stage/theatre performance (32.00), before discussing what qualities make a great actor to work with. (36.00)

~ Preview in the Comments ~

Spotify / Apple Podcasts / Direct Download
👇👇👇
https://linktr.ee/TheBrosnBrewsPod

21/07/2020

Episode 9: The Nine 'til Five Grind ~ Work Sucks (We Know)
____________
In this week's episode; Matt and James chat about getting the winter sniffles (1.10), before asking the all-important question- 'have you registered to vote'? (6.45). Then, the Bros get into this week's main topic- the questions, issues and struggles that come with having to work for a living. (14.25). James asks Matt about the pros & cons of working full-time in the retail (17.00), as well as assessing society's stigma towards the customer service industries. James talks about his personal battle with being on the Covid Income Relief Payment, and performing artists' never-ending search for the perfect side-hustle. (26.45) In other titbits, the Bros ponder whether the flawed structure of secondary-schooling, and peer-pressure to go to University, are responsible for people ending up in jobs they hate, (33.25) the influencer-as-work generation, (37.45) and the fundamental problem- what can you do if you hate your current work situation?

~ Preview in the Comments ~

Spotify / Apple Podcasts / Direct Download
👇👇👇
HTTPS://linktr.ee/thebrosnbrewspod

14/07/2020

Episode 8: Phobias, Hamilton the Musical, & Two Day Coma
_____________
In this week's episode; Matt and James kick things off by discussing their fears and phobias. (5.00) Then the Bros dive into a conversation about the critically acclaimed 'Hamilton- An American Musical', recently released in film form on Disney+. (17.05) Matt shares his thoughts on whether the show lived up to its enormous hype (19.05), and James reflects on how seeing the show live on the West End compared to the film experience. (28.20) Next up, the Bros put their general knowledge to the test, in a Stuff Daily Quiz showdown for Brew-buying reasons. (39.40) Finally, James launches a new segment for the pod- 'Artist of the Week'- sharing the music of the brilliantly talented Bristol band 'Two Day Coma'. (51.10)

~ Preview in the Comments ~

Spotify / Apple Podcasts / Direct Download
👇👇👇
https://linktr.ee/TheBrosnBrewsPod

12/07/2020

University vs. Pro:

Matt discusses how making shows in a professional capacity compares to university shows.
(clip from Episode 7)

11/07/2020

James dishes on UCLA, Hollywood, & Walking a Red Carpet Premiere with George Clooney. ~ (clip from Episode 7 of The BnBPod)

09/07/2020

https://youtu.be/gz0Q3ewbQhw

For the first time ever, The Bros 'n Brews Podcast goes VISUAL.

Check out the trailer for Episode 7:
'Overseas vs. Home ~ Acting Experiences',

First Clip Tomorrow Night!

Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Direct Download

https://linktr.ee/TheBrosnBrewsPod

For the first time ever, The Bros 'n Brews Podcast goes VISUAL. Check out the trailer for Episode 7: 'Overseas vs. Home ~ Acting Experiences', recorded in-pe...

08/07/2020

James took a quick trip to Auckland over the weekend, allowing the Bros to sit down & chat in-the-flesh. Here is a little teaser to get you excited. Video clips to follow later in the week!

• Episode 7: Overseas vs. Home ~ Acting Experiences •

Spotify / Apple Podcasts / Direct Download
👇👇👇
https://linktr.ee/TheBrosnBrewsPod

07/07/2020

This week's episode of the B'nB Pod is a special event because ... we recorded it IN-PERSON!!

James took a quick trip to Auckland over the weekend, allowing the Bros to sit down & chat in-the-flesh. Very fancy stuff indeed. Video clips to follow later in the week!

• Episode 7: Overseas vs. Home ~ Acting Experiences •
_______________
In this week's episode; Matt & James begin by weighing-in on the classic pet debate- Cats or Dogs? (5.48) | Then the Bros get personal, talking about their different acting experiences in New Zealand, America, and the United Kingdom. (13.55) | James reflects on how living in Los Angeles changed his perception of the entertainment industry, and recalls the time he walked into a red-carpet premiere alongside George Clooney. (15.33) | Then Matt compares the experience of making shows in a professional capacity, to his time studying theatre at university, (25.18) before James discusses how Bristol Old Vic exposed to a range of acting styles and methodologies.(35.50) | And finally, the difficult relationship that the U.K has with international actors. (47.05)

~ Preview in the Comments ~

Spotify / Apple Podcasts / Direct Download
👇👇👇
https://linktr.ee/TheBrosnBrewsPod

30/06/2020

• Episode 6: Brews & Alcohol •
___________
In this week's episode; Matt and James talk about hypothetical alternate career paths, and what industries they would consider if acting was deleted from the universe. (2.44) Then the Bros dive into a wide-ranging discussion about the world of Alcohol (12.16). They talk about their go-to beverages (14.10), Matt's strong aversion to wine (18.35), their contrasting early experiences & introduction to alcohol in teenage years (22.55), bad drinking experiences (27.31), and finally, they debate New Zealand's much maligned drinking culture. (33.45) Just how problematic is our country's relationship with Alcohol?

~ Preview in the Comments ~

Spotify / Apple Podcasts / Direct Download
👇👇👇

https://linktr.ee/TheBrosnBrewsPod

24/06/2020

• Episode 5: Introverts, Extroverts, & Everyone In-Between •
______________
In this week's episode; Matt & James chat about the timeless question- 'what's your favourite colour?' (2.46), before discussing the psychology and philosophy behind extroversion and introversion (13.38). | The Bros ponder where they sit on the introvert/extrovert spectrum in 2020, and how this compares to their childhood years. | James reflects on how his time at Bristol Old Vic Theatre School changed his personality (21.44), & Matt shares the results to his recent 'Myers-Briggs Type Indicator' test (30.40). | Finally, they continue their wider discussion about the introverted tendencies of actors, including a BNBP survey of twenty young actors, asking about their personalities. (34.11)

~ Preview in the Comments~

Spotify / Apple Podcasts / Direct Download
👇👇👇

https://linktr.ee/thebrosnbrewspod