This Podcast Takes Tokens

Holy Schnikes! 😂 This Podcast Takes Tokens is hitting the open road with the 1995 comedy classic:Tommy Boy! 

We declare this beloved film one of the greatest comedies of all time, well, one of us at least. Is David Spade too much? We dive into the undeniable comedic magic of Chris Farley and David Spade, a pairing so good, Lorne Michaels supposedly asked them to write a movie based on their SNL antics! Well. one of us dives, the ot...

I'm not even supposed to be here today! Or am I? 😉 This week we are punching in to discuss Kevin Smith's indie classic, Clerks! We dive into the famously low budget ($27,000!) that brought this slice-of-life comedy to the big screen, funded by maxed-out credit cards and a liquidated comic book collection!

We break down how Clerks launched Kevin Smith's View Askewniverse, arguably one of the first cinematic shared univer...

“My mouth hurts from smiling and laughing!” 😂 This week, we are crashing the party for the 2005 hit comedy, Wedding Crashers! Join us as we dissect this hilarious film as part of our 'Best Buds Summer Rewind' series(7 of 10).

We kick things off by declaring the 2000s the Golden Age of Comedies, running through a massive list of classics that prove our point (Zoolander, Anchorman, Superbad, The Hangover, and many more!). Are...

Do you feel lucky, punk? 😉 This week we are diving into the hilarious (and sometimes baffling) 90s parody classic, Loaded Weapon 1! Fresh off our Lethal Weapon deep dive, we're dissecting the spoof that took aim at the buddy-cop genre, for better or worse.

We discuss how this film contributed to the oversaturation of spoof movies in the early 90s , its surprising Rotten Tomatoes score , and whether its over-the-top humor st...

I'm too old for this... podcast! 😉 This week we are diving headfirst into the explosive 80s classic that redefined a genre: Lethal Weapon! Join us for our 'Best Buds Summer Rewind' #5 as we unpack the film that set the standard for buddy-cop movies.

In this episode, we go beyond the explosions to explore the surprisingly deep emotional turmoil of Riggs and how Murtaugh sees him for who he truly is, not just the chaos h...

Do you understand the words that are coming out of our mouths?! 😉  This week on This Podcast Takes Tokens, we strap in for some high-octane action and hilarious banter, breaking down this 90s classic; Rush Hour!  Relive the ultimate 90s buddy-cop adventure with us as part of our 'Best Buds Summer Rewind' series! 

In this episode, we dive deep into the undeniable chemistry between Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker. We explored al...

Get ready to hit the open road with Max and Goofy! 🚗 This week on This Podcast Takes Tokens, we're diving deep into the 90s Disney classic, 'A Goofy Movie,' just in time for Father's Day. Join us for a hilarious and heartfelt discussion about Goofy and Max's epic road trip, share our favorite memories, and debate the better song: 'Stand Out' or 'I2I'?! 🍿

We'll also be kicking things off with...

Whoa, chill out, we're taking a trip back to the early 90s! Buuu-dy🤙 This week we are unearthing the absolute time capsule that is Encino Man for our Best Buds Summer Rewind series! 

Join us as we revisit the ultimate high school culture of 90s California, and brace yourselves, because we're calling it: Dave was shockingly desperate and borderline pathetic in his pursuit of Robyn!  But get this – Stoney, of all people, migh...

A clean freak detective and his slobbery sidekick – what could go wrong? This week on This Podcast Takes Tokens, we're cracking the case of the 1989 hit Turner & Hooch and kicking off our Best Buds Summer Rewind! 

Beyond the buddy-cop dynamic, we explore the fascinating behind-the-scenes drama, including the original director's firing and the surprising way Hooch ended up in Toy Story! We also look at Tom Hanks' career trajector...

Get ready to RIP AND TEAR into a true PC classic! This week on This Podcast Takes Tokens, we're diving headfirst into the demon-infested world of Doom! Join us as we revisit our first encounters with this revolutionary FPS, from the days of shareware demos on clunky PCs to playing it on... well, just about anything.

Seriously, did you know people have gotten Doom to run on a pregnancy test? A PipBoy? Even a… personal massager? W...

Did you know it's possible to go this long without seeing Happy Gilmore?! 🤯 This week on This Podcast Takes Tokens, we dive into the Adam Sandler classic, and in a shocking turn of events, Ryan is watching it for the very first time!(sort of) Join us as we experience the magic (and the madness) of Happy's journey with fresh eyes alongside seasoned nostalgic takes.

Recorded LIVE on YouTube(every Thursday! @8:30PM CT), we bre...

Get ready for a dose of creepy-crawly nostalgia! In this episode of This Podcast Takes Tokens, brothers Deric and Ryan Jennings(no relation to Dr Ross Jennings) tackle the 1990 creature classic, Arachnophobia!

We kick things off with our new Retro Ramble segment, sharing some wild (and maybe slightly illegal?) stories about our worst movie-going experiences. Let's just say staying out of jail was an achievement!

Then, we dive dee...

A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away… This Podcast Takes Tokens finally tackles a cinematic giant! 🚀

That's right, for Episode 062, we're diving deep into the movie that changed everything: Star Wars (1977), also known as A New Hope. Just in time for May the 4th, join us as we explore the film that launched a saga and became a true cultural phenomenon.

The simple, yet epic, story: Rescuing a princess, battling ...

I am a podcast in your feed, watch how I soar! Following up on our Firefly episode, we jump into the big screen conclusion: Serenity! Join us as we discuss the movie that gave us more of the crew we love, while marveling at the stark difference in production quality. We explore the film's plot, the closer look at the Reavers, and the deeper dives into the backstories of River and Simon. Be warned, we'll be talking about the...

Get ready to re-enter the 'verse with our latest shiny episode dedicated to the one and only Firefly! Aim to misbehave with veteran Browncoat Deric and first-time watcher Ryan as they explore everything that makes this show the greatest in the 'verse. Experience Firefly anew through Ryan's fresh perspective while Deric offers insights from years of fandom and even delves into the continuing adventures found in the comic...

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This week, we're flashing back to the 80s with a deep dive into the beloved classic, The Goonies! Join This Podcast Takes Tokens as we explore the timeless tale of adventure, friendship, and finding treasure in your own backyard.

We reminisce about the feeling of boundless childhood adventure, comparing The Goonies to an 80s older-kid version of Indiana Jones with a pirate twist. We analyze each of the iconic charact...

Back to Basin City!

This week on This Podcast Takes Tokens, we dive deep into the gritty, stylized world of Frank Miller's Sin City (2005). Join us as we revisit this neo-noir action crime thriller that blew our Millennial minds in high school and college, shaping our love for unique cinematic visuals and unforgettable characters. We'll be sharing memories and discussing everything that makes this film a masterpiece (or maybe even w...

Hop in Benny the Cab and join us in Toontown! This week, we're diving deep into the groundbreaking "Who Framed Roger Rabbit." We're revisiting this 1988 classic, exploring the brilliant character interactions and comedic genius that made it so memorable. We delve deep into Eddie Valiant's journey, the sinister Judge Doom, and the unimaginable world of Toontown. Discover the technical wizardry behind the film's seamless blend of ani...

Dive back into Sherwood Forest with us! We revisit the 90s blockbuster, "Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves," dissecting everything from Kevin Costner's... unique accent (was that a choice?) to Alan Rickman's iconic Sheriff of Nottingham. Get ready for a critical yet nostalgic look at this 90s action-adventure and those unforgettable moments that defined a generation. We explore the film's surprising cinematography...