Reel Beans: A Film and Coffee Podcast
Two passions, one podcast. Join host Benjamin Schneider and a rotating cast of cinephile guests as we pair exceptional films with exceptional coffee—not just by taste, but by theme. Each episode is a masterclass in cinema and craft roasting, exploring the scenes, symbols, and ideas that spark real-world conversations long after the credits roll. From philosophical depth to cultural commentary, we journey through film history one cup at a time, examining stories that challenge, comfort, and inspire. Come for the cinema, stay for the brew. There's always something worth savoring. Sip. Watch. Repeat. RSSVERIFY
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Episode Title: Dorothy McGuire Double Feature: Seeing Past the Surface | Gentleman's Agreement & The Enchanted Cottage
Description:
What do a journalist pretending to be Jewish and a disfigured war veteran falling in love in a magical cottage have in common? They're both about learning to see what's actually there instead of what we've been taught to see.
In this double-feature episode, Ben and returning guest Danielle A...
Season 2 kicks off with a descent into darkness.
Join Ben Schneider and Kathryn Horan as they explore Neil Marshall's THE DESCENT (2005) — now in Ben's top ten horror films. Six women. One unmapped cave. Creatures that shouldn't exist. And betrayals that cut deeper than any monster ever could.
We're pairing this claustrophobic nightmare with Four Sigmatic Mushroom Coffee, because Kathryn had a brilliant insight: mushrooms literally g...
In the season one finale of Reel Beans, host Ben is joined by returning guest Josh Rozett to celebrate one year of pairing films with coffee. For this milestone episode, Josh shares Ridley Scott's 1991 landmark Thelma & Louise, paired with Mt. Comfort Coffee's Guatemala Blend - a bright, balanced cup that mirrors the film's journey from constraint to freedom.
Ben and Josh explore how Geena Davis and Susan Sarandon create one of ...
Reel Beans — Episode 24 Clifton Webb Tribute: Laura (1944) & Sitting Pretty (1948) | Intelligentsia House Blend
Welcome to Hummingbird Hill. This week we are celebrating one of Hollywood's most brilliant and wildly underrated actors — the one, the only, Clifton Webb. Frequent guest Danielle Aubuchon joins us for a tribute episode covering two sides of Webb's genius: the brooding, obsessive Waldo Lydecker in Otto Preminger's noir...
EPISODE 23 - SHOW NOTES
Easter Double Feature: The Easter Bunny Is Comin' to Town & It's the Easter Beagle, Charlie Brown
FILMS DISCUSSED:
The Easter Bunny Is Comin' to Town (1977) Rankin/Bass stop-motion special narrated by Fred Astaire https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Easter_Bunny_Is_Comin'_to_Town
It's the Easter Beagle, Charlie Brown (1974) Peanuts holiday special with music by Vince Guaraldi https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/It's...
About This Episode
Host Ben and guest Kathryn Horan pair the 1980 slasher classic Friday the 13th with Starbucks Via Instant Coffee, joined by Marc Pyskaty, co-host of the Cinescare podcast. They explore why both became massive successes by prioritizing accessibility over sophistication.
Featured Guest
Marc Pyskaty - Co-host of the Cinescare podcast Cinescare Podcast
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Reel Beans Episode 21: Now, Voyager (1942) & Brazil Coffee
Featuring Danielle Aubuchon
Episode Summary
In this episode, Ben and Reel Beans staple Danielle Aubuchon dive into the 1942 classic Now, Voyager, starring the incomparable Bette Davis as Charlotte Vale. They explore how the film was remarkably ahead of its time in its frank discussion of mental health, the lasting damage of a domineering parent who never wanted her child, ...
"I could not understand why men who knew all about good and evil could hate and kill each other."
Join host Benjamin Schneider with guests Casey Haltom and Allen Stafford for a deep dive into Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein, based on Mary Shelley's classic novel.
In this milestone Episode 20, we explore why Frankenstein transcends gothic horror—examining themes of obsession, love, ignorance, rage, and the human need for connection....
Join host Benjamin Schneider and guest Kathryn Horan for an in-depth analysis of the underrated 1980 slasher Terror Train, starring Jamie Lee Curtis.
Set aboard a moving train during a New Year's Eve costume party, this atmospheric horror film offers more than typical slasher fare. We explore the film's unique claustrophobic setting, nuanced character development, and suspenseful storytelling that balances terror with moments of lev...
Join host Benjamin Schneider for a deep dive into three beloved adaptations of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol: the charming animated Mr. Magoo's Christmas Carol (1962), the musical Scrooge (1970) starring Albert Finney, and the acclaimed 1951 version with Alastair Sim.
We explore how each film retells Ebenezer Scrooge's transformative journey from greed and isolation to compassion and redemption. From memorable musical numbers t...
Settle in for a cozy holiday special as host Benjamin Schneider and guest Danielle Aubuchon explore two heartfelt Christmas classics: the gentle animated charm of Santa and the Three Bears and the found-family spirit of It Happened on Fifth Avenue (1947).
In this warm conversation, we discuss themes of kindness, compassion, and the joy of holiday storytelling that makes these films enduring favorites. From nostalgic animation to cla...
Join host Benjamin Schneider with returning supporters Casey Haltom and Allen Stafford for a heartfelt deep dive into John Hughes' 1987 holiday comedy classic Planes, Trains & Automobiles.
We explore this chaotic, tender journey through travel nightmares and unexpected friendship, unpacking the film's perfect blend of humor and heart. From Del Griffith's lovable chaos to Neal Page's stressed-out unraveling, we discuss what makes...
Join host Benjamin Schneider for an emotional deep dive into the 1994 film adaptation of Little Women, directed by Gillian Armstrong.
We explore what makes this version so deeply moving: standout performances from Winona Ryder, Claire Danes, Susan Sarandon, and Kirsten Dunst; Thomas Newman's unforgettable score; and the film's quiet realism that brings Louisa May Alcott's classic to life.
Through personal anecdotes and genuine emotio...
Join host Benjamin Schneider with guests Casey Haltom and Allen Stafford as we dive into Alfred Hitchcock's groundbreaking thriller Psycho (1960).
We explore the film's tight narrative structure, why the iconic shower scene still resonates with modern audiences, and Hitchcock's masterful storytelling pivot from Marion Crane to Norman Bates. Casey shares first-time reactions while Allen provides deeper insights into what makes this f...
Join host Benjamin Schneider and guest Danielle Aubuchon for a nostalgic Halloween special exploring two cult animated classics: the psychedelic 1978 short Witch's Night Out and Rankin/Bass's stop-motion gem Mad Monster Party (1967).
We dive into voice cast highlights (including Boris Karloff), stop-motion craftsmanship, and why these quirky specials continue to resonate with Halloween lovers. Along the way, we discuss seasonal trad...
"No Michael Myers. Just masks. And mayhem."
Join host Benjamin Schneider with special guests Kathryn Horan and Rob Kyle as we dive into one of horror's most infamous cult classics: Halloween III: Season of the Witch (1982).
We explore the cursed masks of Silver Shamrock, the bizarre blend of witchcraft and sci-fi, and why this controversial Myers-less sequel was reviled upon release but has since earned a devoted cult following. From...
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TITLE: Horror of Dracula (1958) - Christopher Lee & Hammer Films' Gothic Masterpiece
DESCRIPTION: Join host Benjamin Schneider as we sink our teeth into Hammer Films' Horror of Dracula (1958), where Christopher Lee and Peter Cushing redefined Gothic horror for a new generation.
We explore how Hammer Films revolutionized the vampire genre by blending raw menace with Technicolor...
Join host Benjamin Schneider and guest Danielle Aubuchon for Part Two of Episode 10 as we continue exploring This Island Earth (1955).
We dig deeper into alien encounters, behind-the-scenes stories, and the film's lasting influence. We also explore the broader 1950s sci-fi landscape, discussing War of the Worlds (1953), Forbidden Planet (1956), Invaders from Mars (1953), The Mole People (1956), and Plan 9 from Outer Space (1957).
Fro...
Join host Benjamin Schneider and special guest Danielle Aubuchon for this milestone 10th episode of Reel Beans as we explore the 1955 sci-fi cult classic This Island Earth.
We dive into the film's groundbreaking Technicolor visuals, the iconic mutant Metalunan design, and the mysterious interocitor that captured imaginations for generations. From its influence on future sci-fi to its memorable appearance in Mystery Science Theater 3...
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TITLE: Dinner at Eight (1933) - George Cukor's All-Star Screwball Comedy Classic
DESCRIPTION: Join host Benjamin Schneider as we step into the glittering world of 1930s high society with George Cukor's Dinner at Eight (1933), featuring Jean Harlow, Marie Dressler, Billie Burke, Lionel Barrymore, and John Barrymore.
We explore social facades, Depression-era anxiety masked by glamour, and the sy...
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