Beer and a Movie

Guest Ethan Thompson returns for a pandemic-themed double feature pairing cinematic outbreaks with legendary brews. The films are Eddington, the newest from Ari Aster, and Steven Soderbergh’s eerily prescient Contagion from 2011, a film that’s only grown more chilling since the world lived through its own global pandemic.

To match the apocalyptic mood, the beers are just as special. First up is Pliny the Elder from Russian River Br...

This week, we dive headfirst into Superman from the iconic charm of Christopher Reeve in Superman (1978), into the chaos of Superman II (1980), all the way to the brand-new 2025 reboot. Guests Adam Beam and Rachel Clow are along to explore what’s changed, what’s endured, and whether truth, justice, and hope still have a place in today’s superhero landscape.

Along the way, we’re sipping on two stellar brews: Solar Myth from Real Ale...

This week, we’re exploring two very different takes on otherworldly connection—one artful, one absurd.

First up: The Legend of Ochi, a moody, visually rich fantasy where language is limited but emotion runs deep. Then we shift gears—hard—to Mac and Me, the 1988 cult oddity that tried to be E.T. but ended up being a two-hour commercial for Coca-Cola and McDonald’s.

Adam Beam joins us to talk cinematic world-building, creature design...

This week on Beer and a Movie, Anthony Zoccolillo returns to help us dive into the killer doll cinematic universe with a double feature of M3GAN 2.0 and the original Child’s Play (1988). We talk AI, horror with a sense of humor, and how dolls became genre icons.

Beer-wise, we start strong with our first-ever beer from Trillium Brewery—a name that carries serious street cred. Then we keep it Texas local with a brew from Real Ale Bre...

🧟‍♂️ Double Zombie Feature Alert! 🧟‍♀️ This week, we welcome back our go-to horror head Josh DeLeon for a two-film undead deep dive.

First up: an extended convo for 28 Years Later, paired with the Bellwether x Modestman collab Source Code — crisp, punchy, and just unstable enough to match the post-apocalyptic vibes.

Then we go full Romero with Day of the Dead, while cracking open a cellar treasure: a 2017 Parabola Vintage from F...

This week, we take on a haunting double feature from Australian filmmaking duo Danny and Michael Philippou. First up is their newest film, Bring Her Back, a moody, emotionally charged descent into grief and the supernatural that really showcases the directors’ growing horror universe. Then it’s on to their breakout hit, Talk to Me, the high-octane possession thriller that put the Philippous firmly on the map with its stylish scares...

🎬 It’s another Wes Anderson-packed episode of Beer and a Movie! 🍻

We kick things off with 2025's corporate-espionage-filled The Phoenician Scheme, then circle back to the breezy beginnings of Wes Anderson’s career with Bottle Rocket. Returning guest Harold Ramos joins us again to unpack both films with his signature wit and thoughtful insight.

For The Phoenician Scheme, we cracked open Rainbow Sherbet from Prairie Artisan Ales — ...

This week, we’re thrilled to welcome guest comedian Andy Gomez for his very first appearance—so buckle up for laughs, liquids, and bromantic explorations. To match the whimsical vibe of Friendship, we crack open a THC seltzer from Trail Magic—because that’s exactly the kind of movie it is. While Texas holds its breath, waiting for the governor to sign off (or veto) on keeping or outlawing these fizzy, buzz-worthy drinks, we’re a...

On this week’s Beer and a Movie, the stakes are high, the hops are higher, and Tom Cruise is still running. We're joined by special guest Adam Beam for an explosive deep dive into Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, followed by a throwback to the tighty-whitey chaos of Risky Business. 🕶️🔥

To fuel the mission, we hit our 17th (!) visit to St. Arnold Brewing Co.—clearly we’ve joined a cult—and team up with Lone Pint Brewery ...

This week, we dive deep into the emotionally intense and stylistically bold world of Trey Edward Shults, discussing his brand-new release Hurry Up Tomorrow and his powerful debut feature, Krisha.

From fractured families to spiraling tension, Shults knows how to shake an audience—and we brought in a guest who knows how to analyze the media behind the mayhem: Ethan Thompson (author, professor, and all-around pop culture brainiac) joi...

We’re heading deep into horror-comedy territory with two blood-soaked, laugh-out-loud films: Clown in a Cornfield and the cult classic that started it all, Tucker and Dale vs. Evil — both from director Eli Craig.

Joining us is the incomparable Cris Olvera — Corpus Christi-based artist, designer, horror expert, and one of our favorite conversationalists. Cris brings sharp insights and a lot of laughs as we dig into how these films b...

This week on Beer and a Movie, we paddle into cinematic surf culture with two wave-riding flicks: the new Nicolas Cage psychological thriller The Surfer and Bruce Brown's iconic 1966 documentary The Endless Summer.

Though they couldn't be more different in tone, these two films make an unexpectedly perfect pairing. The Surfer is a moody, mind-bending plunge into the dark side of beach life, while The Endless Summer rides smooth on ...

We start with the heat of the moment—Ryan Coogler's latest film Sinners, already generating serious buzz—and then rewind to where it all began with his deeply affecting debut, Fruitvale Station. Special guest Josh Deleon joins us for the ride, adding sharp takes and good company. Both films showcase the dynamic power of Michael B. Jordan, and we explore how Coogler's voice has evolved from intimate storytelling to epic, emotiona...

We start with whiskey and it goes Cage-style bonkers from there. We celebrate #350 by diving Back Into the Cage with OG co-host Carlos Cooper along for the ride. As usual, it’s a triple feature of Nicolas Cage greatness: 🎬 Peggy Sue Got Married 🎬 The Rock 🎬 Matchstick Men

And the beers? They're after the whiskey and it's all absolutely out of control: 🥃 The Nic Cage-inspired Buffalo Trace El Cerrito Liquor Store Pick custo...

Vote for Beer and a Movie as the best podcast in The Bend's Local List: https://tinyurl.com/BaaMBestPodcast We’re strapping on our boots and diving into the chaos of combat with two heavy-hitters: The gritty new war flick Warfare, co-directed by the legendary Alex Garland, and the modern classic Saving Private Ryan—because you can't talk war films without this Spielberg tour de force.

For the brews? 🍺 Prairie Artisan Ales 'Mer...

This week, we raise a glass to one of the greats—Gene Hackman. From quiet paranoia to chaotic patriarch, we revisit two standout performances: The Conversation (1974) and The Royal Tenenbaums. It’s a Hackman double feature anchored by two of our favorite directors—Francis Ford Coppola and Wes Anderson.

Returning guest Adam Beam joins us for the cinematic breakdowns and drops a major hot take you won’t see coming. Let’s just say, th...

We crack open some cold ones and dive into the world of mystical unicorns, dark fairytales, and bizarre fantasy storytelling. First up, we take on A24’s wild new entry, Death of a Unicorn—a movie that dares to mix corporate greed, magical creatures, and absurdist humor. Then, we rewind to Ridley Scott’s 1985 classic, Legend, where Tom Cruise battles Tim Curry’s devilish Darkness in a visually stunning, synth-laden adventure.

This e...

Not one! Not TWO! But THREE DE NIROS! He goes double duty on our first Barry Levinson film, The Alto Knights, and then straight into his larger-than-life depiction of Capone in De Palma's The Untouchables (1987). We go gangsta gangsta this week with guest Anthony Zoccolillo and two great beers from Tivoli Brewing (we think) and Turning Point Beer.  After Hours, our weekly bonus conversation, keeps the gangsta train rolling with ...

Lies, Lies, and Lies! It's a Soderbergh Double Feature with his most recent and very first: Black Bag paired with the 90s-independent-film-launching Sex, Lies and Videotape. So many thematic similarities to chew on! Adam Beam is back to clear up some lies told about him during the BaaMies while we enjoy two black (bag) beers from 903 Brewing and Real Ale Brewing.  Don't miss this week's jam-packed After Hours at: patreon.com/bee...