The Kulturecast

20/08/2024

The hosts of 80s TV Ladies (Susan Lambert Hatem and Sharon Johnson) join Rankin' on Bond to talk all about Diana Rigg, George Lazenby, and Bond getting married in On Her Majesty's Secret Service.

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24/07/2024

Let's talk new movies y'all!

17/04/2024

If y’all are wondering what Chris has been up to for the past four months…

***ANNOUNCEMENT***

New show announcement! Introducing... !

Chris Stachiw of the The Kulturecast and Ryan Verrill of The Disc-Connected have joined forces to create Film Foundations, a collaborative venture between Someone's Favorite Productions and Weirding Way Media!

Today we are sharing Episode Zero which is simply a sneak peek into the format of the show and a little background on the two hosts.

Each of the episodes will be available in both a video format on , and an audio only format wherever you get your .

Episode Zero on YouTube: https://youtu.be/aZ-YRX3ylcs

Podcast direct link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/film-foundations/id1741390829

All social media links: https://linktr.ee/filmfoundations

Please give us a subscribe/follow everywhere and look forward to our first of many episodes premiering on May 1st, available weekly every Wednesday.

A breakdown of the show:

Every episode will be a breakdown of a filmography in a very specific topic surrounding an Actor, Director, Franchise, or Microgenre. Each episode seeks to answer the same four questions which will lead to entertaining and dynamic conversations of many of the films that have shaped us or our guests.

Our mission is to cut out all instances of cinematic gatekeeping and introduce sections of film to people that have just happened to miss them. And that's the exciting part of these questions we will always cover- even if you are a big fan of the topic in a given episode, you'll likely want to listen just to be able to argue with us about our answers.

So- what are those questions? Watch or listen to the episode above to find out!

16/04/2024

It's a crossover episode with The Projection Booth Podcast breaking down Alex Garland's latest film Civil War, with Father Malone riding shotgun for the whole ride; spoilers beware!

Chris Stachiw, The Projection Booth's Mike White and Father Malone analyze the film "Civil War" with a critical eye, delving deep into its shortcomings and missed opportunities. With a blend of disappointment and frustration, the hosts compare the film to other works in the genre, highlighting where...

10/04/2024

The Kulturecast is serving up some sizzling hot takes on a Bollywood adaptation of Shakespeare's Hamlet set in the Kashmir conflict. Think family drama meets geopolitical tensions with a dash of musical numbers thrown in. Plus, our dynamic hosts Chris and Spencer will keep you entertained with their witty banter and insightful analysis. Trust us, this is one episode you don't want to miss. So grab your chai and join us for The Kulturecast. Your ears will thank you.

Spencer Parsons and Chris Stachiw dive into the world of Bollywood with their discussion of a unique adaptation of Shakespeare's Hamlet set against the backdrop of the Kashmir conflict. With Spencer praising the performances and Chris questioning the deviations from the original story, the hosts off...

03/04/2024

Join us for the latest episode of Rankin' on Bond all about the second James Bond 007 EON production, From Russia with Love!

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19/01/2024

It's bonus episode time for all Patreon supporters!

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12/01/2024

About to go live!

Re-Connected is a weekly live show where we go over boutique blu ray announcements, physical media sales, and sometimes we go over unboxings/collection updat...

01/01/2024

Farewell from Rankin on Bass...

Live from the Island of Misfit Toys we record our last episode of Rankin on Bass where Mike, Chris, and Richard recount the bizarre trip they've been on for the last three years going from animagic to animated to live action fare that ranged from the sublime to the bizarre.

Thank you to everyone who took this trip with us.

Live from the Island of Misfit Toys we record our last episode of Rankin on Bass where Mike, Chris, and Richard recount the bizarre trip they've been on for the last three years going from animagic to animated to live action fare that ranged from the sublime to the bizarre. Thank you to everyone who...

06/12/2023

Do you expect me to talk? No, I expect you to check out Weirding Way Media's first Patreon-exclusive show, Rankin' on Bond!

Hosted by Chris, The Projection Booth Podcast's Mike White, and Rankin on Bass Podcast's Richard Hatem, every month they'll be taking a look at a film in the James Bond 007 franchise, from Casino Royale 1967 to No Time to Die and a couple surprises for good measure.

Get in now at the $10 00 Agent level to gain access the moment the episode drops January 3rd, 2024 at 1AM CST.

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06/12/2023

We just dropped an episode all about classic cult films and art house horror! If you love the weird and wonderful, this episode is for you. We're kicking off Heather Drain December with a look at Feast of Flesh, an Argentinian horror cult film featuring some truly memorable visuals.

If you're looking for a unique and entertaining podcast to listen to, you're in the right place! Tune in now for all the strange and subversive movie talk your heart desires:

With our quick jaunt into food films over, we end the year with a month programmed by the one and only Heather Drain, starting with an Argentinian horror film that could also be a noir film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SH_xonieSYY https://www.spreaker.com/show/noise-junkies kicks off the month a...

30/11/2023

Do you ever feel like you need to escape the mundane and the everyday? Looking for a way to expand your horizons and explore new ideas? Then you should check out the latest episode of The Kulturecast! We recently discussed the transformative power of a meal, exploring the themes of Babette’s Feast and the religious subtext present in the movie.

We also discussed the recent strikes in the industry and the responsibility of the owners of companies to manage their businesses well. Don’t miss this insightful and thought-provoking conversation!

Listen to The Kulturecast podcast today: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/57836928

With Horrortober 9 in the rearview, we take a quick jaunt into food films with an amended month of two classic food films, starting with https://play.max.com/movie/29a2411d-a8e6-44a2-9449-5b249da076de. https://www.spreaker.com/show/rankin-on-bass joins the episode to talk about food, religion, and t...

30/11/2023

Father Malone, Heather Drain and Chris Lazarus Stachiw had a riveting conversation about the movie "The Cook, The Thief, His Wife & Her Lover" and its artistry, themes, performances, and more. A must listen for any cinephile looking for a deep dive into the work of Peter Greenaway.

Tune in now and experience the spectacle of this unique movie yourself: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/57836924

With Horrortober 9 in the rearview, we take a quick jaunt into food films with an amended month of two classic food films, closing with https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nXLRdeYFHss. https://www.spreaker.com/show/noise-junkies and https://www.spreaker.com/show/dark-destinations join the episode to tal...

21/11/2023

The World is Wrong Podcast's Andras Jones stops by for the first time on this bonus episode to talk about a fantastic film and one that has been in Chris's cinematic blind spot as well: L.A. Confidential.

It's a true neo-noir gem that adapts the James Ellroy source material to perfection:

With Horrortober 9 in the rearview, take a break from everything to check out a film that's been in Chris' blind spot: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fJ17286bNtQ&pp=ygUPbGEgY29uZmlkZW50aWFs. Thttps://www.theworldiswrongpodcast.com/ stops by for his first time along with programming the episode....

06/11/2023

Last week we released four Halloween episodes to satiate even the most avid horror fan; did you check them out?

It Lives Inside: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/57384373

Ernest Scared Stupid: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/57410822

Hard Rock Zombies: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/57412809

Barbarian: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/57412811

18/10/2023

Are you ready to take a journey into the darkness? Tune in for our latest episode where we discuss A24's latest horror movie, Talk to Me.

The Projection Booth Podcast's Mike White joins Chris to delve into the psychological themes of trauma in horror movies, explore the use of visual storytelling, and discuss the impact of the movie's ending.

Don't miss out! Join us on our spooky journey and discover what lurks in the shadows: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/57295598

We continue Horrortober 9, this year a mixed bag of new and old horror, with a film that is quickly cementing itself as a modern horror classic, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sb3wKJOtFnw. The Projection Booth's Mike White joins the show to talk the film, feelings on contemporary horror, and more!....

11/10/2023

Mondo Heather's Heather Drain and Chris Lazarus Stachiw had an in-depth discussion about the 1983 folk horror film, Eyes of Fire. They talked about its unique atmosphere, the visual presence of the cast, and how it captures the beauty and eeriness of the Ozarks region.

They also talked about the themes of otherness and isolation in the movie The Witch, as well as the moral of the story. It was a great discussion, and we even touched upon the importance of preserving and restoring films.

If you're interested in great conversations about film and culture, be sure to check out The Kulturecast podcast:

We continue Horrortober 9, this year a mixed bag of new and old horror, with a film that has two versions and only recently was made available legally through Severin: https://severinfilms.com/products/eyes-of-fire-blu. https://www.mondoheather.com/ programs the episode and gushes about a film that....

08/10/2023

Adam’s Corners’ Adam Long stops by to talk all about The Other, a TV horror film that is worth all of your time.

We kick off Horrortober 9, this year a mixed bag of new and old horror, with a TV movie that puts many modern horror movies to shame: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BivZrzLB5to. https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/adam-s-corner/4601363 is here to program the episode and also gush about why the film d...

27/09/2023

Hey listeners! 🎧 We just released the latest episode of our podcast, where we dive deep into the cult classic Amazon Women on the Moon. From the stellar cast to the unique and irreverent sketches to the timeless parody segments, Dark Destinations' Michael Wallace and Chris cover it all.

So come join us and take your own wild ride through this 80s classic! You don't want to miss out: spreaker.com/episode/56964062

We end You've Never September, this year focusing on sketch comedy films, with the grandaddy of them all, the biggest sketch comedy film to come out the height of the genre's popularity: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-xmbx56IkM. https://www.spreaker.com/show/noise-junkies is here to finish out th...

22/09/2023

Hey there, Kulturecasters! If you’re looking for a podcast that’s brimming with irreverent humor and thought-provoking conversations, tune in to the Kulturecast! We’ve just released an incredible new episode about Mr. Mike's Mondo Video, a sketch comedy film from the mind of Michael O'Donoghue.

Join Father Malone (Michael Wallace) and Chris as they share stories of his groundbreaking work, his unique perspective, and the impact that it still has today. Plus, don’t miss our discussion on SNL, The Simpsons, and how the comedy scene has evolved over the years.

Tune in now and get your dose of irreverence and exploration:

We near the end of You've Never September, this year focusing on sketch comedy films, with an example of what happens when too much of a good thing is a good thing with https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LTmN3N5v0W4&t=1s&pp=ygUUbXIgbWlrZSBtb25kbyB2aWRlb2w%3D. https://www.spreaker.com/show/noise...

14/09/2023

From the filmmakers behind "Naked Gun"comes The Kentucky Fried Movie, a sketch comedy film that sets its sights on '70s pop culture. Michael Wallace and Heather Drain stop by to debate the use of transgressive humor and the quality of parody movies, so if that's something that tickles your fancy, come give us a listen!

No matter what your feelings are on the JFK assassination or the worst behavior of beer drinkers, you'll be sure to laugh and learn something new with every episode. So what are you waiting for? Tune in to The Kulturecast and let's get zucking: spreaker.com/episode/56803536

07/09/2023

Ready to dive into the world of sketch comedy?

Look no further than The Kulturecast! MMidnight Viewing - the night gallery podcasts MMichael Wallace Mondo Heather's HHeather Drain and 'Night Mr. Walters' HP recently stopped by to discuss the 1974 movie "The Groove Tube," and it's still as subversive and irreverent as ever! We explored the unique characteristics of sketch comedy movies and why they're so rare nowadays. We discussed the commercial aspects of producing such films, dissected the humor of the film (hit or miss as it may be!), and talked about Chevy Chase's hard-to-miss ego.

Plus we got to talking about the hilarious Coco the Clown sketch and the charming dance scene. So come join us as we explore the world of sketch comedy with The Kulturecast: spreaker.com/user/cstachiw/the-groove-tube

01/09/2023

The Pope of Greenwich Village is the kind of movie you watch when you're in the mood for something that's both cool and a little dangerous. From Mickey Rourke and Eric Roberts' striking performances to Daryl Hannah's deviousness and Burt Young's Bedbug Eddie Grant, this movie has it all. Check it out, and then listen to the Kulturecast for a deeper dive into this '80s classic!

Richard Hatem and Dark Destinations' Michael Wallace discuss the ho******ic subtext, the idealized version of New York, and the finer points of the movie that make it so special. Summer wind never felt so good: link.chtbl.com/popeofgreenwich

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