Joe Escalante, Live From Hollywood

Joe got pre-empted by NFL football, so he's bringing you an emergency edition of the podcast. This week: Godzilla may have not won in the box office, but it certainly won over Joe Escalante's heart.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante's weekly exploration of the business end of showbiz. This week, Joe talks about Kelly Clarkson's latest legal news... apparently managers aren't allowed to get talented people jobs. Who knew (Joe did)?Also, the latest from the box office, and Joe goes into some of his favorite cults of all time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante's weekly dip into the shark infested business end of showbiz. This week: the latest from the box office and Joe's weekly movie picks. Also, Hall & Oates are no more, thanks to Daryl Hall's restraining order against John Oates. And more and more musicians are getting taken to court for being naughty with their female fans. Diddy and Axl Rose might be in trouble...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante's weekly look at the business end of showbiz. This week: the latest from the box office. Also, Joe is really pissed at PBS for blatant lies told in their new Monopoly documentary. Also, Joe still hates Killers of the Flower Moon. And, in this weeks celebs behaving badly: P-Diddy settles a rape charge (that was quick...), and Ron Jeremy is out of prison... Not sure if he's aware of that fact, but he's out!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante's weekly dive into the business end of showbiz. This week: the latest box office numbers. Also, AI is taking over everything, and Scarlet Johannson Is not a fan... Even with a disclaimer saying that it isn't really her, she's worried that people will think that the AI is actually her. And Joe rips apart Aerosmith's Steven Tyler for being a terrible person in the 1970s.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante's weekly drive thru the business end of showbiz. This week: the latest box office numbers, and Joe's feelings about the Milli Vanilli Documentary. Remember them? The guys that lip synced other people songs? Turns out it really wasn't their fault! Moral of the story: always blame the producer!Also, the latest info from the SAG/AFTRA strike. The writers were able to take care of business, but things are still heated between the companies and the actors. Joe gives his observations on how things are going, and where things are going wrong. And, British celebs behaving badly!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante's weekly sojourn into the business end of showbiz. On this week's NFL pre-empted episode: the latest from the box office, as Joe does a deep dive into Killers of the Flower Moon, and why he just doesn't like peas. Some people like paying to be outraged. Does Joe??? Nope! Especially not for 3 hours and 45 minutes. For the love of God, Scorcese... Do you actually want people to watch your film, or use it to cure insomnia?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante's weekly dive into the business end of showbiz. This week: The box office is dominated by horror films... I wonder if Halloween has anything to do with that... Also, should celebs like Ashton Kutcher apologize for offering support to a monster? Should Mila Kunis be cancelled for coming to the aid of a friend in need, even if that friend is serial rapist??? Joe tells all!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Joe Escalante was pre-empted on AM1150 by NFL Football (go sportsball!). However, Joe has graced us all with podcast exclusive episode. The week's box office numbers are highlighted, as well as the terms from the agreement from between the studios and the writers' guild. Now, let's get the deal signed with the actors already!!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante's weeky jaunt into the business end of showbiz. This week: the latest from the box office, celebs behaving badly, and Joe is a closet Wayniac (Wayne Newton fan). But, honestly, who isn't? He's a national treaure!!! Go see him live in Vegas while you can!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante's weekly dip into the business end of showbiz. This week: the latest from the box office, including movies seen by Joe and Producer Sam (Haunting in Venice was decent!). Also, we learn the meanig of NIL, and why it is important to college athletes looking to make a legal buck. Joe discusses his love for the Halloween traditions at our local theme parks. He actually went to the 2nd Knott's Scary Farm. And some random guy came up with reasons why 1999 was the best year ever for movies. Joe comes up with reasons why he may disagree.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante's weekly dive into the muddy waters of the business end of showbiz. This week (in a podcast only edition (thanks NFL!): the latest box office numbers, the latest news from Fox News, and one really bad celebrity behaved very badly, and has to go to prison for 30 years for it. Joe does his best to poke this bear without getting the attention of Scientology... shh...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Joe Escalante's weekly glance at the business end of showbiz: the latest from the box office (Equalizer 3 knocks out Barbenheimer), and why it is so good to be Taylor Swift. Also, in "Celebs behaving badly," Joe gives many examples of why you should never go into any performer's tour bus or "private bathroom." Also, ESPN isn't on some cable services. Joe explains why, and what options there may be for viewing your favorite sportsball activity.Yay sportsball!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante's weekly glimpse into the business end of showbiz. This week: the latest from the box office (Gran Tourismo unseats Barbenheimer!), Youtube racist algorithm wins a lawsuit, and a couple of sports stories, one that hits home in LA. First, Michael Oher blindsides everyone who thought his wholesome story would have a happy ending. And, former USC Trojan Reggie Bush wants his Heisman back. Might as well... not like he killed anyone, amirite, OJ???Oh, also, Joe goes into the history of the NC-17 rating, and how it replaced the X-rating in theaters. Quick question: since porn co-opted XXX, what ever happened to those slightly classier XX films???See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante's weekly dive into the business end of showbiz. This week, Joe is joined by Brady McDonald of the OC Register to talk about the latest news from Disneyland, Knott's Berry Farm, and all of Southern California's theme parks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante stick his fingers in the business end of showbiz. This week: the latest from the Box Office... Every weekend is Barbenheimer weekend! Also, Joe reminiscenses about the Jesus freaks of the 70s after watching Jesus Revolution. And Joe goes deep into the recent rumors surrounding Disney, Bob Iger, and the possibility of selling off some well-known and loved characters and intellectual properties. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante's weekly jaunt into the lavender-scented business end of showbiz. This week: the latest from the box office: Barbie is still slamming, Meg 2 is.. there... and The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles may be getting buried by all the other stuff in the theaters, because it's great and shoiuld be way higher than #4. Also, don't believe the hype about people funding Sound of Freedom, and Joe's disappointment with Disney's latest decision making, both in film and at the park. Don't mind Joe: he's just pissed they closed down his favorite steakhouse in Anaheim.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante's weekly dip into the barren, on-strike waters of the business of showbiz. This week: Barbenheimer dominates the box office, Joe's surprising connections to Chuck Norris, and NBC's trees. Also, Joe goes into Elon's questionable decision to rebrand Twitter into "X." Bold move, let's see if it pays off!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Joe Escalante's sojourn into the business end of showbiz... Tom Cruise is super thrilled about the new Mission: Impossible movie getting the #1 spot over Sound of Freedom... Too bad that feeling will be gone next week, when Oppenheimer and Barbie come out. Also, Joe goes into the latest from the SAG-AFTRA/WGA strike, and how, while in support of each other, the two strikes could not be more different. Basically, actors will end up getting what they want, writer may end up starving before having to cave in on a few demands and get back to work.The business end of showbiz, folks!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante's weekly journey into the business end of showbiz. This week: Joe really enjoyed The Sound of Freedom (despite the disturbing content), Indiana Jones is good but not great, and why aren't people seeing Asteroid City? Also, 50 Cent's malpractive suit, an expensive emoji, and the darker side of Barney. BTW did you know Juggalos meet for a 4-day festival??? Who knew Insane Clown Posse ran so deep!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante's weekly frolick into the business end of showbiz. This week: Indiana Jones rules the box office (Joe saw it at the Alamo Drafthouse... best theater experience in LA), with Spider-verse still going strong. Joe discusses the nuances around the high prices of live concert events, while promoting several of his live upcoming shows. Don't bother they're all sold out. Also, Joe announces that his band, The Vandals, are releasing a new album that will be written by artificial intelligence programmed to create something from their prime. I, for one, welcome our new AI masters...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante's weekly sojourn into the business end of showbiz. This week: the latest from the box office, and a look ahead at some of the films coming up this Summer. Barbie vs Oppenheimer: Two enter, Mission Impossible loses. Also, a cage match between Elon and Zuck, more chaos from the set of "Rust," and sage advice from Samual L. Jackson to actors of the future...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante's weekly frolic in the tall grass of the business end of showbiz. This week: The Flash (They/Them) dominates the box office, with a Pixar release right behind it. Also, Joe goes into why the government's intervention on reducing concert ticket fees is ultimately meaningless for the consumer, and there's a new law being written in England that would take driver's licenses away for stopping traffic for any reason (like protesters). Joe talks about how he'd write it to make it consititutional in the USA. USA! USA! USA!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante's weekly dip into the business end of showbiz. This week: the latest from the box office, Joe's super secret meeting with super secret lawyers at a super secret restaurant in LA. Joe also goes into Tucker Carlson's non-compete clause with Fox News. Also, the leader singer of Rammstein is accused of recruiting beautiful women and... NOT... having... sex with them??? He requested sexual favors, she said no, and he was, like, cool with it... Ummmm... I'm failing to see the problem here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante's weekly dive into the deep end of the business end of showbiz. This week: The latest from the box office (Spidermen, Mermaids, and Marios, oh my!). Also, a comparison between Disneyland and California Adventure and the Disney Parks in Tokyo. And Tom Cruise is pissed at the guy who made the Atom bomb because of IMAX theaters. Fun fact: Joe Escalante set up the deal for the Foo Fighters' new permanent drummer... back in January... and he didn't even bother to tell us until now... He's a great lawyer, but this show could have used that info months ago!!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante's weekly visit to the business end of showbiz. This week: the latest from the box office and Joe's personal picks of the week (Fool's Paradise, The Master Gardner), Brett Ratner's attempts to de-cancel himself in Hollywood, and... wait a minute... IS CLUB 33 IN DISNEYLAND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC????? Joe gives answers to all the speculation (I'll sit back down, now).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante's weekly trip down the business end of showbiz. This week: the latest from the box office, and all the legal ins and outs of the writers' strike, and how it impacts the everyday guy working the sets, the writers, the actors, and the studios. There's a lot of money to be made, and everyone wants their fair cut. You know what that means... MORE REALITY TV!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante's weekly journey into the business end of showbiz. This wwek, we're joined by Mrs. Escalante to talk about the latested box office numbers (GO SEE SISU!), partying at Coachella, Disney suing Florida man, and the writers are going to strike. What does that mean for all the people working sets in Hollywood? Get ready for more reality TV...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante hit the road, broadcasting live from Coachella! This week: Frank Ocean's toxic narcissism, the latest Hollywood Box Office numbers, Alec Baldwin gets let off the hook for accidentally killing someone, and the streaming wars heat up with HBOMax, Paramount+, and Warner Bros. starting a legal battle over South Park. Also, Joe breaks down Disney vs. DeSantis. Memo to self: Don't piss off the mouse.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe was pre-empted by Clippers playoff basketball (it actually was a very good game), but that doesn't mean he takes a week off. Here we are, giving you a podcast only episode of the show. This week: the latest box office numbers. Super Mario Bros is cleaning up! Joe saw Renfield with Nic Cage. Joe thinks Nic deserves an Oscar for this one. Also, there's a looming writer's strike, and now SAG has a big meeting scheduled for June... You know what that means for Hollywood... more reality TV (ugh...). Aaaand the latest from the upcoming Fox News/Dominion defamation case. Get your popcorn ready!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante's weekly dip into the deep of the business end of showbiz. This week, the latest from the box office (it certainly is Super Mario's world), the Oscars may be changing rules to make people to go to the theaters instead of streaming, and Jesse Kove joins the show to talk about his latest project, "A Taste of Love," as well as what it is like to have a legendary Hollywood father, Martin Kove.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante's weekly jump into the business end of showbiz. Joe jumps into the weekly box office numbers, the family of Bob Ross may not be thrilled about an upcoming fictional movie about a character similar to him. Also, the latest from the Gwyneth Paltrow case... She won. The guy was not believable at all.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante's weekly tour of the business end of showbiz. This week: Joe talks box office numbers, Gweneth's legal issues, and AV Rockwell joins the show to talk about her latest film, "A Thousand and One," which cleaned up at Sundance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante's weekly dip into the business end of showbiz. This week, Joe reviews the winners from last week's Academy Awards. Congrats to Everything Everywhere All at Once, but Top Gun was the best movie of the year. Also, The Cure is trying to keep people from reselling/scalping their concert tickets by assigning them to your name. I can see some issues coming from that idea... And, Blackbeard's bedpan... That's a decent band name.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight is the biggest night in Hollywood! Joe Escalante's 74th annual Wienerschnitzel Oscar Party... in Burbank... Where you can get a piping hot chili dog, and an ice cold Wienerbrau Beer. All the biggest Hollywood celebs showed up live at the Wienerschnitzel in Burbank to be seen, but not heard. Just the way nature (and Joe) intended it. This week, we talk Oscars, this week's box office numbers, and Joe's list of Hollywood's legendary donkey actors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on Joe Escalante Live from Hollywood, Joe is joined by the theme park reporter for the OC Register, Brady MacDonald. They talk about the latest news from SoCal theme parks, including Disney and Universal both have brand new rides, what happens when you try to fly a drone over Disneyland, and they take time to recognize the guy who just set the record for most consecutive days at Disneyland. He went over 3000 days in a row! I wish I had that kind of money and free time!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Joe Escalante marvels at the glory of Cocaine Bear: both the fictional account, and the real life story. Joe saw the film at his favorite local theater: the Alamo Drafthouse. Joe bragged about eating a pizza, drinking a beer, and witnessing the effects of a kilo of cocaine on a digitized bear. Also, the latest from Alec Baldwin's case, and Marilyn Manson's accuser confesses to making everything up about the singer sexually abusing her. What does this mean for Marilyn's already-dead career???See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Joe Escalante's weekly dive into business end of showbiz. This week: Joe talks about the BAFTA awards, and how it can possibly impact the US awards season. Also, Joe talks about the fact that, despite no one dying at Disneyland, two people died at a local hospital after throwing themselves off of the parking garage. And there's a weight limit on a new popular ride at Universal. This doesn't bother Joe's narrow ass, but I'm sure it'll outrage someone... There's also the latest from the Alec Baldwin saga... It's too gross to get into on here, but you should listen to Joe on this one...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante's weekly dodge, duck, dip, dive, and... dodge... of the business end of showbiz. This week, Joe's top ten movies of the year. Also, Joe talks about the OScars, and what movies shouldn't be nominated. Also, Joe went to see a movie in a theater with a dog in it. Not the movie, the theater itself ( in Long Beach) had a dog in it. That dog is now nominated for best actor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante's deep dive into the shallow end of Hollywood. This week: the latest from the box office, a salacious scandal involving a Irving Azoff and a Hollywood housekeeper, and the latest from the Tom Girardi and Erika Jayne legal drama. And Precilla Presley is looking to invalidate her recently deceased daughter's will.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante's weekly journey into the pit of despair, also known as the business end of showbiz. Joe goes over the latest box office numbers: Avatar sits on top of the movie world. Also, the nominees for the OScars came out, and Joe takes a look at the nominees for Best Picture, Best Actor, Best Actress, and Best Director. Also, the latest from the Alec Baldwin saga.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante's weekly dive into the darkest realms of the business end of showbiz. Today, Joe goes deep on on the latest box office numbers. Avatar is showing that the theater industry isn't dead. Young people watch movies in theaters! And so do old people, thanks to Tom Hanks' latest film. Also, the latest news from the Alec Baldwin shooting, and how it impacts the local Hollywood industry. More safeguards need to be in place for firearems on film sets. And realtiy stars gone bad!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante with an abdridged episode of Live from Hollywood. This week, Joe goes into his Top 10 picks for best films of 2022.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On an abridged episode of Live from Hollywood, Joe Escalante goes deep into the So Cal theme park scene with Brady MacDonald from the OC Register about all the fun stuff we can look forward to in the So Cal theme park scene. Universal Studios is just about ready to open up the Super Mario themed section of the park, which looks amazing! Also, the latest news from Disneyland, and Knott's Berry Farm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante's weekly dip into Hollywood's shark infested waters. This week, Joe previews Hollywood's biggest day of the year: The Academic Awards!!! Joe talks about this year's possible nominees for best picture, actor, and actress and reports on a Covid relief scandal rocking the music industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe was pre-empted by the NFL, so here's a podcast exclusive! Bob Iger triumphantly returns to the helm at Disney! Joe goes into what this all means for Disney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on Joe Escalante's weekly dip into the business end of showbiz: the box office was all about Black Panther. Joe appreciated the representation of the indigenous Latino culture. He also talks about the steps he took to become a show runner, and how to pitch a show (hello, Hollywood!!!). And can we sue the people who tried to sell NFTs to us? Because people got scammed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante's weekly dive into the treacherous waters of the business of showbiz. The latest from the box office, the meltdown of Kanye West, and Elon Musk attempts to create a sitcom in real time, where a socially awkward billionaire on the spectrum takes over the world's most popular social media company. Hilarity and hijinks ensue!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe's been pre-empted by the NFL, so we're taking it to the podcast. Box office numbers, the greatness that is the Weird Al movie. Also, Joe explores the idea that we've entered the age of the blunders, where companies, countries and individuals spend and lose billions on bad ideas, Elon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Escalante's Weekly dive into business end of showbiz. Box office numbers, making fun of the Dodgers (sadly...), The Vatican Girl, The Watcher, and other shows worth watching. Also, blanket licenses exist to play music, but how about for standup comedy? Pandora is messing around, will they find out?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.