Matinee Minutiae
## **Matinee Minutiae: The Cinema Deep-Dive for True Movie Nerds** Ever found yourself ignoring the plot of a movie because you were too busy wondering why that one character actor looks so familiar? Or maybe you've paused a film just to look up the exact month it was released to see if it coincided with a forgotten snack food launch? If you live for the "Wait, was that...?" moments, **Matinee Minutiae** is the podcast you’ve been searching for. --- ### **What is Matinee Minutiae?** Hosted by **DJ Starsage** and **Matt Burlingame**, this isn't just another "two guys talking about movies" show. *Matinee Minutiae* is a deep-dive expedition into the DNA of film history. While other shows give you a 20-minute recap of the plot, we spend nearly two hours unearthing the trivia, the casting "what-ifs," and the cultural landscape that surrounded your favorite films. From 90s conspiracy thrillers like *The Net* to 80s creature features like *Invaders from Mars*, we treat every film—whether it's a blockbuster or a "forgotten" TV movie—with the scholarly respect and obsessive curiosity it deserves. ### **Why Should You Listen?** * **Beyond the Screen:** We don’t just talk about the movie; we talk about the *year*. Every episode is a time capsule, exploring the world as it was when the film hit theaters (or TV screens). * **The Deepest Dives:** Have you ever wanted to know the connection between Natalie Wood and the studio system in 1965? Or the specific career trajectory of character actors from 1978's *Foul Play*? We do the homework so you don’t have to. * **A "No-Snob" Zone:** We love *The Divine Ms. M* just as much as we love obscure sci-fi and 70s detective wonders. If it’s cinema, it’s worth our minutiae. * **Community-Driven:** Our listeners are as obsessed as we are. Whether it's discussing the legacy of Elvira or debating the best 1980s Halloween candy, the conversation extends far beyond the microphone. ### **The Matinee Experience** Imagine sitting down with two friends who know *everything* about the movie you just watched—and they aren't just telling you if it was good or bad. They’re telling you why that specific director was chosen, which roles were turned down by Hollywood legends, and what the critics were actually saying at the time. **Matinee Minutiae** is the ultimate companion for the cinephile who knows that the most interesting things about a movie often happen when the camera isn't rolling. --- ### **How to Join the Conversation** With over 8 seasons and nearly 170 episodes of trivia-packed content, there is a massive library waiting for you. * **Website:** matineeminutiae.com * **Email:** matineeminutiae@gmail.com * **Find us on:** Apple Podcasts, BlueSky, Odysee, and wherever you get your audio deep-dives. > *"The Matinee Minutiae Podcast is one of the rare gems you're always looking for but can never seem to find. Stop reading this and hit play already!"* — **A Long-time Listener** **Ready to obsess over the details? We’ll see you at the matinee.**
Episodes
In our premiere episode DJ & Toppie discuss a 1968 sci-fi, comic pop culture film. Join us Live on every other Fridays at 8pm Eastern at univozpods.net
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In this episode DJ & Toppie discuss the 1957-1966 television legal drama Perry Mason
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DJ and Toppie discuss the 1932 film 'The Old Dark House' starring Boris Karloff, Melvyn Douglas, Charles Laughton and Gloria Stuart
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In this episode DJ & Toppie discuss the trivia behind the 1978 ABC tv space drama Battlestar Galactica.
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In this episode DJ & Toppie discuss the 1981 comedy starring Carrie Fisher & Chevy Chase. Join us every other Friday at 9pm Eastern on UniVoz at http://univozpods.net
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DJ & Toppie discuss the 1980 Stanley Kubrick horror film with guest Brenda. Our next episode is 1/4 @9pm EST univozpods.net
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In this episode DJ & Toppie discuss the trivia surrounding the 1984 TBS sitcom Down to Earth starring Dick Sargent. Join us for our next Live show on Friday 1/18 at 9pm EST visit http://univozpods.net click the tower for audio enter Discord for chat
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In this episode DJ & Toppie discuss the trivia behind the 1968 musical starring Dick VanDyke and Benny Hill. Join us for our next show on 2/1 @9pm http://univozpods.net
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DJ & Toppie discuss the 1993 Fox tv series 'The X-Files' starring David Duchovny & Gillian Anderson. Join us for our next show on 2/15 @9pm EST univozpods.net
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In this episode DJ, Toppie and guest Matt B. discuss the trivia behind 1987 comedy film Manequinn starring Andrew McCarthy, Kim Cattrall and Estelle Getty. Join our audience 3/1 @9pm EST http://univozpods.net
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In this episode DJ & Toppie discuss the trivia behind the 1989 Kenneth Johnson Fox network sc-fi tv series Alien Nation. Join us Live next time 3/15 @9pm http://univozpods.net
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In this episode DJ & Toppie discuss the trivia behind the 1988 Romantic Comedy 'My Stepmother Is An Alien' starring Dan Aykroyd and Kim Bassinger. Join us again 4/5 @9pm EDT Live on UniVoz
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In this (our 13th!) episode DJ & Toppie discuss the trivia behind the 2012 Victorian era UK police drama Ripper Street. Join us Live next time on 4/19 @9pm EDT on UniVoz
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In this episode DJ, Toppie and guest Billy discuss the trivia behind the 1993 live action superhero tv series Mighty Morphin Power Rangers. Join us next time on 5/9 @9pm on UniVoz
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In this episode DJ & Toppie discuss the trivia behind the 1967 romantic comedy, spy spoof 'Caprice' starring Doris Day and Richard Harris. Join our next show 5/17 Live @9pm Eastern on UniVoz
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In this episode DJ & Toppie discuss the trivia behind the 1971 Steven Spielberg action suspense tv movie 'Duel' starring Dennis Weaver and Jacqueline Scott. Join us again Live on 6/7 @9pm Eastern on UniVoz
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DJ & Toppie discuss the trivia behind the 1995 Fox tv series VR.5 starring Lori Singer and Louise Fletcher
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DJ & Toppie discuss the trivia behind the Hitchcock Romantic Drama 'Notorious' (1946) starring Cary Grant & Ingrid Bergman. Join us Live on UniVoz 7/5 @9pm Eastern
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In this episode DJ & Toppie discuss the trivia behind the 2001 Musical Drama 'Moulin Rouge' starring Nicole Kidman and Ewan McGregor. Join us next time on 7/19 @9pm EST Live on UniVoz
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In this episode (our Summer finale!) DJ & Toppie discuss the trivia behind the 1991 Ridley Scott Action, Crime Drama starring Susan Sarandon and Geena Davis. Special Appearances by Aunt Tappie & Bettina Dupree. Thanks to Paul Chandler. Please return for our Fall premiere of Season Two on 9/6 @9pm EST on UniVoz
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