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Now that the Oscars are over and people are done talking about it, Joel and Kent are finally ready to discuss the 88th Academy Awards. And since we made predictions three episodes ago, it's time to see who won the Baconsale Oscar ballot contest, too. SPOILER ALERT: It's not Jacob. He didn't win. He didn't even make any real predictions on the show. Nope. No matter what he says may or may not have happened outside of the show, he did not win our official Baconsale Oscar predictions contest. No, he did not. And here is the link for our GoFundMe campaign to help us meet Kate Beckinsale at Salt Lake Comic Con: https://www.gofundme.com/p5qtqjpj

Now that you've finished binge-watching Fuller House on Netflix, it's time to cut it out and join Baconsale as we talk about possible reboots of more of your favorite sitcoms from the 80s and 90s. Kent and Joel will pitch their ideas and it's up to you, The Listener, to decide whether these reboots get greenlit or not. Plus, as an added bonus, Jacob has prepared a quiz of your favorite TV show theme songs. And yes, we really did create a GoFundMe page so we can meet Kate Beckinsale at Salt Lake Comic Con: https://www.gofundme.com/p5qtqjpj What? You haven't pressed play yet? How rude!

Film snobs unite! There are 87 Academy Award winners for Best Picture so far, and Kent, Joel and Jacob have watched each and every one of them so you don't have to. In this episode, we're bringing our top five Best Picture picks and our bottom five Best Picture picks to the table. Sometimes we agree, sometimes we argue and sometimes Jacob explains WAY too much of the plot. Join us as we guide you through the minefield of Oscar-winning films and let you know which ones to watch and which ones to avoid -- because, you know, the Academy doesn't always get it right.

Kent and Joel go full film geek as they make their predictions for the 88th Academy Awards. Sometimes they go with their heart and pick what they want to win, other times they go with their head and pick what they think the Academy will choose and sometimes they just make wild guesses based on how the title sounds. Even if you're not a fan of the Oscars, we do our best to entertain, even when discussing the throwaway categories that no one really cares about. We've also included an In Memoriam section, where we leave out important and relevant people, just like the real Academy Awards!

You wanted Baconsale to show off its softer side and discuss romantic movies? As you wish. Kent and Joel will have you at hello as they talk about their favorite rom-coms, rom-zom-coms and dramas. And Jacob completes us by throwing in a romantic comedy quiz.Don’t forget we're just a podcast, standing in front of a listener, asking them to press play.

Let's get together, yeah, yeah, yeah and talk about live-action Disney movies. From The Shaggy Dog to Cinderella, we've hand-selected a variety of non-animated Disney movies to discuss and put into tiers. On the way, we hit some detours regarding Kent's disturbing upbringing and Joel's obsession with nannies.We couldn't fit all of the live-action Disney films into one show, though, so we're going to have to do a part 2 someday soon. So grab on to your bedknobs and your broomsticks, dig up Old Yeller and press play 'cause, it's a jolly holiday with Baconsale!

Prepare yourselves for a 90s sci-fi flashback on this episode of Baconsale! Kent teams up with the Scoobies and has chosen Buffy the Vampire Slayer as his champion. While Joel tries to open everyone's eyes to the truth that The X-Files is the superior television show, despite what the government might tell you.Pick a side! It's vampires versus aliens, demons versus conspiracies and mini skirts versus pantsuits in this small screen showdown!

Look into the crystal ball. The boys of Baconsale will predict the future of pop culture for you. The results might be as foggy as a Magic 8 Ball, but you can always ask again later. In this episode, Kent and Joel discuss what they're looking forward to in 2016, and we make some predictions as well -- some more ridiculous than others. We talk about movies, TV, video games, restaurants, celebrities and more. Be prepared, though, Jacob actually shows some emotion in this episode, which surprises all of us. Crack open that fortune cookie and let's see what's in store for 2016!

We're back! And we're starting season two of Baconsale by discussing the best and worst movies of 2015. Kent, the traditionalist, limits his picks to movies that were actually released in theaters in 2015, whereas Joel, the loose cannon, allows any movie he watched for the first time in the past year on his list.We're happy to have escaped the clutches of Krampus and we hope you enjoy this latest episode of Baconale!WARNING: Joel spoils a movie from 1931, despite violent protests from Kent and Jacob.

In December of 2015, four podcasters disappeared in the area near the Wasatch Front while recording the season one finale of Baconsale, which is a review of Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Days later their audio recording was found, uploaded and posted on various social media sites. Note: The first 30 minutes are spoiler-free.

Do you hear what I hear? Baconsale is talking about Christmas music! From the classic folk songs we all know by heart, to the modern holiday cash grabs we wish we could forget, Joel and Kent pick a winner for each festive category and then defend their choice. Plus, unlike most of our other episodes, we play actual songs instead of just singing them ourselves! You're welcome!So warm up some hot cocoa, snuggle into your favorite blanket and just listen to the podcast roar, 'cause baby it's cold outside. You'll find the Spotify playlist of songs & albums we discussed on this episode at Baconsale.com.

Baconsale is very excited to review the most anticipated film of December 2015! No, not that one. No, not that one, either. We're reviewing Krampus! Remember Krampus? Krampus is the movie that Kent, Joel and Jacob have mentioned in every episode since September. It's the story of a half-man, half-goat demon that terrorizes people who stop believing in Christmas. If that doesn't fill you with the holiday spirit, what will? Krampus! Don't worry if you haven't seen Krampus yet – the first ten minutes are spoiler-free.

What's this? What's this?A Baconsale debate?It is!Will Kent unleash his hate? Of course! Which holiday can claim Tim Burton's movie? Hurry! Listen! Don't be late! Press play!

Oh there's no place like Baconsale for the holidays. And since we like to rank things (and tick off The Listener), we have decided to rank our top 10 holidays of the year. Can Kent find something he cares about? Does Joel find the true meaning of Christmas? Does Jake only know how to celebrate national holidays by blowing stuff up? Listen and let us know if you agree with Joel's list, with Kent's list or if we're wrong altogether. If you don't like it, you can make like Arbor Day and leave. Final track link

It's time to decide which bad guy will be left standing after the dust settles in our Tournament of Villains! In this episode, we finish what we started as we plow through three rounds of match-ups. You'll hear us debate The Joker vs. Lex Luthor, Magneto vs. Galactus and Darth Vader vs. Dark Helmet. And, if you listen very closely, you might hear the moment when Kent gets slightly agitated at one of the decisions. It's subtle, but it's there. Plus, just like last time, you can print off your own bracket at Baconsale.com and play along with us at home! Final Track here!

Heroes get all the glory, it's time for the villains to have some fun. In this episode, we pit the baddest of the bad guys against each other in a fight to the death (a la The Hunger Games) to see who comes out on top. When Kent and Joel agree (which does happen on occasion), the victorious villain automatically advances to the next round. Should they disagree, it's up to Jacob to decide who made the best argument. Part 1 includes such epic battles as Poison Ivy vs. The Shredder, T-1000 vs. Ultron and Darth Maul vs. the Balrog.Plus, you can print off your own bracket at Baconsale.com and play along with friends and family at home!

Let the sky fall! It's time for a new Bond-themed episode of Baconsale. In this episode, Kent, Joel and Jacob discuss how Daniel Craig seems to be handling the current Bond franchise, and why the role of 007 hasn't seemed to give Craig his very own quantum of solace. We also place our bets at the Casino Royale regarding who could be the next James Bond, and pitch our ideas for a future Bond movie, when the spectre of Craig has faded.For you, the listener, we have to risk it all -- 'cause the writing's on the waaaaaaaaaaall!

Good evening, Mr. Bond. Welcome to the BaconBit. What's a BaconBit, you ask? It's like our regular show, but much shorter. In this mini-episode, we give our review of Spectre, the new James Bond film. Don't worry, the first 10 minutes are spoiler-free. However, after that, I'm afraid you'll find our conversation to be much more. . .open. Now that we've introduced the BaconBit, Mr. Bond, you've probably guessed our next step: WORLD DOMINATION! And there's nothing you can do to stop it.

As world-famous podcasters, Baconsale knows what it's like to have a crazy fan (thanks for listening, listener)! In this episode Kent, Joel and Jacob talk about the most annoying fandoms in the entertainment industry. We discuss whether we'd rather sit next to a Twi-Hard or a Belieber on a long flight, and which fanbase is more likely to attack when provoked. Plus, there is some self-reflection, as well, as we look at ourselves as fans of things like Firefly and Doctor Who. Get ready to scream (at us or with us), fanboys and fangirls, it's time for Baconsale!

It's heeeeere! Our final Halloween episode of the month! Do you like scary movies? We sure do! And the Baconsale team will guide you through the netherworld of horror films and let you know which ones are worth watching. We discuss the best paranormal movies, the best horror movies to watch on a date, the scariest movies for kids and many more categories. Plus, Jacob is there to quiz Kent and Joel on their scary movie savviness. So place Mother in the cellar, put on your hockey mask, dish up some fava beans with a nice chianti and enjoy this latest episode of Baconsale. Oh, and whatever you do, don't fall asleep. Don't even blink.

Sweet! It's a candy-themed episode of Baconsale! Kent, Joel and our special guest, Dan, rank and review a variety of Halloween treats that could end up in your trick-or-treating bucket -- or pillowcase, if that's the way you (Tootsie) roll. So whether you crave chocolate, you fancy fruit snacks or you long for licorice, this episode is sure to cause some comical confectionery conflict. This is one Whopper of a show that you can enjoy Now & Later.

Do you know why you're afraid when you're alone? We do. . .we do. . . This episode of Baconsale features our very special guest, Dr. Matt Woolley. Dr. Matt is a licensed psychologist with a Ph.D. in Clinical-Community Psychology and he's a professor at the University of Utah. . .so of course we had to ask him about movie monsters. We try and find out what makes Freddy tick, what's going on behind Jason's hockey mask and if there's any chance of rehabilitation for Michael Myers. Along the way, we discuss why people enjoy being scared, if watching horror movies can mess you up, and Joel, Kent and Jacob reveal some of their deepest and darkest fears. It's fun for the whole family (psychologist)! :00 - Intro :10 - What Horror is Okay for Kids? :14 - The Terror of Unseen Movie Monsters :18 - Why People Like Scary Movies :25 - Effects of Scary Movies on Your Psyche :30 - Diagnosing Movie Monsters :57 - Why We Romanticize Monsters 1:00 - Back to the Diagnosis 1:21 - Dr Matt Judges Our Irrational Fears

We're coming to entertain you, Barbara! Kent, Jacob and Joel shuffle head first into the world of the living dead and discuss what makes a zombie a zombie, offer a brief history of the zombies and we give our Baconsale stamp of approval on a few lucky zombie movies. Trust us, when the zombie apocalypse hits, you're going to want this episode in your 72-hour kit! :00 - Halloween Chat :06 - Zombie Quiz :15 - What Makes a Zombie? :21 - Are Zombies Scary? :32 - 8 Rules for Surviving the Zombie Apocalypse :36 - Would Joel and Kent Survive a Zombie Apocalypse? :39 - Stamp of Approval - Zombie TV :51 - Childhood Fears - It :53 - Stamp of Approval - Zombies Movies 1:14 - Best Closing Song Ever!

Now that 2015 is winding down to a close, Baconsale wants to make sure that you know what movies you should see (besides Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens). Joel, Kent and Jacob discuss what films they are excited for (aside from Star Wars 7) and surprise each other with their choices (except for The Force Awakens, we all knew that was coming). Let us prepare you for the fall/winter/end of 2015 (and Star Wars), Baconsale-style! WARNING! Kent says a naughty word in this episode! We're not going to repeat it here, but it's part the title of a Quentin Tarantino movie that rhymes with "Dinglourious Dasterds."

Geronimo! In this episode, Baconsale dives head-first into the world of Doctor Who. Don't watch Doctor Who? Fantastic! We're talking to those that love The Doctor, those that want to exterminate The Doctor and everyone in between. We attempt to explain how this low-budget British television program became a pop culture phenomenon, and where those that are interested can begin their journey (with or without a companion). So pin a piece of celery on your lapel, grab some Jelly Babies, step into the TARDIS and don't worry if you don't understand any of the references in this sentence -- we'll walk you through it. Allons-y! :00 - Intro :03 - Facebook Comments :07 - Stances on Doctor Who :20 - Who is the Doctor? :42 - Jacob Brings the Hate :55 - Where to Start Watching 1:00 - Fun Facts about Doctor Who 1:09 - Testimonies

If your sixth sense is tingling, then it's probably one of the signs that there's a new Baconsale episode coming to your unbreakable village. This week we're talking about the works of M. Night Shyamalan, and trying to figure out when and how he went from being one of the most acclaimed directors in Hollywood to a punchline in a joke about bad movies. PLOT TWIST! Since Jacob is on vacation, Emily Mackay, from the War Machine vs. War Horse podcast is here to help Kent and Joel argue with each other.

We have to make some tough decisions in this episode of Baconsale as we play "Cable, IMAX, Erase." It is a totally original game that has nothing to do with that other game you're thinking of right now... In this game, Jacob gives Kent and Joel three different movies, and they have to choose which on they'd watch on repeat, which one they'd watch only on special occasions and which one they'd erase from existence. Listen to Joel and Kent struggle (while Jacob laughs sadistically) as they must make the dreaded Sophie's Choice with some of their favorite films. These truly are some of the hardest and impactful decisions they'll ever make! Maybe you should help bear the weight and play along.

What are you eating today? It's time for Baconsale to think outside the bun and talk about fast food in a super-sized episode. Joel and Kent are going to review, rank and rate your favorite hot eats and cool treats. This finger lickin' episode is so fresh, you'll be singing "I'm lovin' it!" in no time! You may not agree with us on our ratings, but that's fine -- have it your way! After all, America runs on conflict. WARNING: While this discussion topic may induce hunger, certain parts of this episode should NOT be listened to while eating. Thanks a lot, Kent!

Let's get musical, musical! No, we're not talking Andrew Lloyd Webber versus Stephen Sondheim (though that could be a fun topic for a future show), we're talking about which rock, pop and country stars deserve their own biopic. Kent and Joel pitch biographical films about famous musical artists and it's up to Jacob (yes, that Jacob) to decide whether he would green-light the movies. At the very least, we hope to be more entertaining than Ray.

Round 1 of our Heroes Bracket took up an entire episode, but we manage to get through rounds 2, 3 and 4 in this, part two, of our Tournament of Heroes. In this debate, should Kent and Joel agree on a winner, they automatically advance. However, if they disagree on who would be victorious, it is up to Jacob to decide who moves on to the next round. This episode sees epic battles such as Captain America versus Iron Man, Optimus Prime versus the Terminator and Kent's informed opinion versus logical reasoning. And yes, in the end, we will declare one of these heroes the ultimate winner. Plus, you can print off your own bracket at Baconsale.com and play along with us at home.

Admit it, you've wondered at least once in your life "Who would win in a fight, Gandalf or The Silver Surfer?" So we decided to put some random hero match-ups to the test. Jacob created a bracket of sci-fi and fantasy heroes, and it's up to Joel and Kent to debate and decide who wins each bout. Since we had approximately 50 heroes to discuss, we only got through the first round this time around, but we'll be back to finish it off next week. BONUS: You can print off your own Baconsale heroes bracket at Baconsale.com and play along/argue with us!

Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to listen to our arguments regarding three super spies: James Bond, Jason Bourne and Ethan Hunt. These agents will be ranked and evaluated in a variety of spy-related categories by our assets: Joel and Kent. As always, should you or any of your fellow listeners get enraged by our discussions, Baconsale will disavow any knowledge of your hurt feelings. Good luck. This podcast will self-destruct in 70 minutes.

We decided to take a break from our usual topics of movies and television to discuss something truly important: politics. Ha! Just kidding! We're going to talk about video games -- specifically, the pre-PlayStation era. This episode is dedicated to the games we love, the games we hate and the games our parents wouldn't let us buy, so we'd have to go over to our friend's house to play them. Be sure to listen because you'll hear a strange revelation about Joel's secret past! Oh, and if you press up, up, down, down, left, right, left, right, B, A, B, A on your keyboard at the start of this episode, you'll unlock the ability to listen to it 30 times!

After nine set-up/standalone superhero movies and two Avengers movies, Marvel finally gives us a set-up/standalone movie about the superhero who actually started the Avengers. Ant-Man may be doing quite well at the box office, but can it also do well with Kent, the Marvel hater, Joel, the Marvel apologist and Jacob, the Marvel flip-flopper? Note: The first 20 minutes of this review are spoiler-free. After that, we loose all restraints and let our thoughts, feelings and spoilers fly. You have been warned.

Since Disney/Marvel/Pixar/Lucasfilm decided to spin-off a solo Han Solo movie, we decided to offer up our own Star Wars spin-off suggestions. Kent, the hopeless romantic, tries to hook up a bunch of Star Wars characters while Joel just wants to see Channing Tatum take his shirt off again. J.J. Abrams, if you're listening, and you like any of these ideas, you can contact us at Baconsale.com.

It's Rocky IV versus Independence Day in this no-holds-barred Baconsale brawl. Joel tries to prove that ID4 is the most "America!" movie ever, while Kent tri-JOEL DOESN'T LET KENT TALK! Grill some meat, light your sparklers and give a bald eagle a high five, because this is the most red, white and blue episode of Baconsale yet!

For our lucky 13th episode, it's a (straight-to-video) sequel! We finally finish our quest to place beloved Disney animated features into three different tiers. This time, Baconsale ventures into the realm of lesser-known Disney films. Plus, Jacob compares Disneyland to a pitiful trash heap, Kent gets stuck on the song lyrics of Beauty and the Beast and Joel can't stop saying Pooh. Like any sequel, this episode is bigger, yet doesn't capture the magic of the original.

Millennials get a bad rap, so Kent and Joel decide to converse with one in this episode of Baconsale. It isn't long before the Baconsale boys discover how old they really are. Plus, they attempt to educate their young guest (Brandon) on the finer things in life in regard to film, television and music. Grab your bae and give it a listen! This episode is totally on fleek!

In this episode, Joel tries to explain his 5-star rating system, while Kent tries to find the fault in Joel's stars. Kent also thinks he earns some courage points by daring to be the enemy... "Two Thumbs Up!" declares the late Siskel and Ebert!

In this episode, we talk about the the TV shows that made a successful leap to the big screen, as well as those that belly flopped into the pool of shame. Plus, the Baconsale boys pitch their own ideas for new movies based on TV series, and try to repair the damage that M. Night Shyamalan has done to Nickelodeon. Shame on you, Manoj (that's M. Night's first name)!

The natural disaster movie genre might be the worst that Hollywood has to offer. In this episode, we list the best volcanoes, tsunamis, best heroes and best deaths in disaster flicks. There can be only one survivor as we compete in disaster trivia. Also, the winner gets free mediocre tacos. Don't get Left Behind. Instead, join us as we attempt to do The Impossible and make a Deep Impact in The Core of these special-effect heavy flicks.

In this episode, we talk about Simon Pegg and his controversial comments about the state of geekdom. It seems that the lord of the geeks has finally grown up. We debate whether Pegg has truly left the fold or if he is tired of the watered-down commercialization. Throughout the show: Kent plays Nostradamus and predicts the fatigue and end of superhero flicks. Joel feels that the truly memorable dramas are now on TV, instead of the big screen. Jacob apparently hates John Travolta. Find out why this is all important in the latest episode of Baconsale!

In the first of, what's to be, many Disney episodes, we rank Disney animated features into three tiers. In this episode, Kent tries to dispute that jazz music has no place in Disney flicks. Joel doesn't mind breaking the hearts of girl squirrels. We spend at least five minutes trying to pronounce Notre Dame correctly. Along the way, we have a fever dream about pink elephants on parade.

We throw physics out the window as we bring in our very first guest. To say that Mark is an avid fan of the Fast & Furious franchise is a frightening and factual understatement. Join us as he tries to preach about the gospel of Paul and Vin to Joel, who plans to never watch the highly profitable series. Even though you only hear about two lines from Jake, we swear he was there the entire time.

In this episode we talk about the movies (or "films," as the film snobs say) that each of us are most excited for this summer. Joel is excited about his usual money-driven flicks. Kent talks about films that truly matter, but you've probably never heard of them. And Jacob mostly just agrees with Kent so they can stay best buddies. Let us prepare you for the summer of 2015, Baconsale-style!

With all the strife in the world, who doesn't want to hear two grown men fight about comic book movies? That is clearly a hypothetical question, because everyone should. Listen to the latest show as the Baconsale boys review Avengers: Age of Ultron. As can be expected, there are extremely differing opinions and things get a little heated. If you listen long enough, you'll hear Kent hulk out and almost punch someone. Even if you haven't seen the movie, it's okay to listen. We avoid spoilers like Joss Whedon avoids cinematographers.

The Baconsale boys take some time off from fighting about movies so they can argue about television. Apparently they equate the amount of time of sitting on a couch and binging through shows to finding new depths. In this warped world, the more shows you complete, the more intellectual you are. Join the guys as they choose the best reality, best escapism, most recommended and best show overall. Spoiler alert...one of the group loves Married at First Sight.

With the recent premiere of the new Star Wars: The Force Awakens trailer, the guys still manage to get excited about the future of the franchise, even though George Lucas hurt it beyond repair. Listen as they debate which Star Wars movie is the worst of the series. Kent claims that there are few things worse than The Phantom Menace, while Joel thinks that Attack of the Clones is the clear winner/loser. There's only one thing for sure, I've got a bad feeling about this.

Welcome to Baconsale! This randomly-titled media podcast stars Kent and Joel as they debate the deeper questions in life. This week they fight over which movie is better - Karate Kid or Karate Kid 2. They also discuss DC's upcoming Suicide Squad. Listen now, to find out if the Crane Kick is truly unblockable.