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This week on 99... Emma Stefansky joins us to talk Pirates of Silicon Valley! A made for TV movie about the feud between Steve Jobs and Bill Gates. We talk about how the film compares to other biopics covering this era, the toxic tech-bro culture and how it's viewed today, and Phil reminisces about the operating systems from back in the olden days. Twitter: twitter.com/podcastlikeits Instagram: instagram.com/podcastlikeits Reddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeitsPatreon: patreon.com/Podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on 1999... Emma Fraser joins us to talk about Best Laid Plans! A movie that flew under the radar with a very short theater run. We talk about Reese Witherspoon's versatility as an actor, the film's odd choices both in casting and plot, and somehow end up talking the ethics of NFTs. Twitter: twitter.com/podcastlikeits Instagram: instagram.com/podcastlikeits Reddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 This week on 99... Phil and Kenny talk amongst themselves about Twin Falls Idaho!We talk about the promising talent on display from the Polish Brothers, the movie's de-emphasis on plot, instead focusing in on character, and due to the state of the indie movement in 99, the film feels lost to time.Twitter: twitter.com/podcastlikeits Instagram: instagram.com/podcastlikeits Reddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on 1999... Karen Han joins us to talk about Lock Stock & Two Smoking Barrels! We talk about Guy Ritchi's entrance into the hollywood scene, Lock Stock's successes and shortcomings, and the blending of Tarantino's gangster formula and an unmistakable British style.Twitter: twitter.com/podcastlikeits Instagram: instagram.com/podcastlikeits Reddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week the “Good Natured Hollywood Blowhards” tackle From Dusk Until Dawn 2&3 with Brandon Streuessnig!We talk about the strange appeal of direct to video horror movies with exceptionally low ratings, intentional/unintentional campiness, the pitfalls of emulating other director’s styles, and of course good old Twitter beef etiquette.Podcast Like It's 1999: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcast-like-its-1999Twitter: twitter.com/podcastlikeitsInstagram: instagram.com/podcastlikeitsReddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we bring you the long awaited episode on Better Than Chocolate, with Brooke Solomon & Jordan Gustafson from the Queer Quadrant Podcast! We talk about LGBTQ+ focused films like this one through the 2022 lens, the on screen representation of different gender and sexual identies, and of course which kind of chocolate is the best and why it isn't white chocolate. Podcast Like It's 1999: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcast-like-its-1999 Twitter: twitter.com/podcastlikeits Instagram: instagram.com/podcastlikeits Reddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we are talking all things SpongeBob, with Zach Helden!We discuss the show's relation to other animated shows of the era, its charming cast of sea critters and their manic storylines, the compelling but often disturbing animation style, and the cultural staying power of Mr. SquarePants.Podcast Like It's 1999: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcast-like-its-1999Twitter: twitter.com/podcastlikeitsInstagram: instagram.com/podcastlikeitsReddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is Simply Irresistible this week, as we are joined by the writer of Pretty Little Liars Original Sin: Lindsay Calhoon-Bring! Quite possibly the WEIRDEST film of 99, about a lonely mediocre chef, and a magical love crab. This movie walks the line of being a rom-com parody, or just pure insanity. Podcast Like It's 1999: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcast-like-its-1999 Twitter: twitter.com/podcastlikeits Instagram: instagram.com/podcastlikeits Reddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Karina Longworth and Carrie Courogen join us to talk about the hit TV series Ally McBeal!A time capsule of the era, sporting an out of this world editing style in order to portray Ally's overactive imagination. We discuss how the show spoke to it's viewers at the time, and how it's viewed from today's perspective.Podcast Like It's 1999: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcast-like-its-1999Twitter: twitter.com/podcastlikeitsInstagram: instagram.com/podcastlikeitsReddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meredith Blake (Los Angeles Times) joins us to discuss the Comedy Central cult classic STRANGERS WITH CANDY.Podcast Like It's 2009: Patreon.com/podcastlikeitsTwitter: twitter.com/podcastlikeitsInstagram: instagram.com/podcastlikeitsReddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Iserson joins us in watching what may be the ultimate movie that doesn't exist, the 1999 adaptation of Kurt Vonneguts novel BREAKFAST OF CHAMPIONS.We talk about all the poorly adapted Vonnegut novels, a quick and easy way to fix the tone and cast, and why the movie fell out of the public conciousness.Podcast Like It's 2009: Patreon.com/podcastlikeitsTwitter: twitter.com/podcastlikeitsInstagram: instagram.com/podcastlikeitsReddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Headwriter and showrunner on WILL & GRACE Jeff Greenstein joins us to talk about the strategy of sitcom timeslots, how the show's lead characters was not only head of its time, but ahead of our current time, and much more!Podcast Like It's 2009: Patreon.com/podcastlikeitsTwitter: twitter.com/podcastlikeitsInstagram: instagram.com/podcastlikeitsReddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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After countless moments of obsession on the podcast (and his Twitter feed), Phil finally gets his moment to wax poetic about BJORK, one of the most intriguing musical personas of a generation, with fellow music lover and actor Tom Mison.We discuss her groundbreaking 1999 music video for All is Full of love, the ways in which her identity is perceived as a bit, and the handful of misfires amongst a career of instant-classic albums.Podcast Like It's 2009: Patreon.com/podcastlikeitsTwitter: twitter.com/podcastlikeitsInstagram: instagram.com/podcastlikeitsReddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Writer Jihane Bousfiha Leads us on a conversation through Director Gregor Jordan’s debut film TWO HANDS. Podcast Like It's 2009: Patreon.com/podcastlikeitsTwitter: twitter.com/podcastlikeitsInstagram: instagram.com/podcastlikeitsReddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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It's not every day that we get to talk about the first film in a legendary career, which is why we brought in Kyle Buchanan (New York Times, Author of Blood Sweat and Chrome) to talk about Christopher Nolan's feature film debut, FOLLOWING.We discuss Nolan's crescendo into blockbuster madness, which choices in this film are pure Nolan, and compare them to the small scale scope that has been left behind, and compare the large scale directing style to other auteurs such as George Miller.Podcast Like It's 2009: Patreon.com/podcastlikeitsTwitter: twitter.com/podcastlikeitsInstagram: instagram.com/podcastlikeitsReddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Writer Esther Zuckerman joins us to talk about the HBO special that birthed a whole new genre of comedy television: LARRY DAVID: CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM.We talk about Larry David's fashion, everlasting attitude, and cultural importance. We also discuss his evolving legacy, the unbelievable cast of secondary characters brought on over time, and how it changed the game of low-budget comedy TV.Podcast Like It's 2009: Patreon.com/podcastlikeitsTwitter: twitter.com/podcastlikeitsInstagram: instagram.com/podcastlikeitsReddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Clay Keller and Ryan Marker (Screen Drafts) join us for a trip down the surreal rabbit hole that is Stephan Elliot's EYE OF THE BEHOLDER.We discuss one of Ewan McGregor's worst performances, the wonky timeline, and the massive, unbridled swings that almost never hit.Podcast Like It's 2009: Patreon.com/podcastlikeitsTwitter: twitter.com/podcastlikeitsInstagram: instagram.com/podcastlikeitsReddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we’re joined by Carrie Wittmer to dig into the oft forgotten, but critically praised Jane Austen adaptation MANSFIELD PARK.We discuss the modern style and takes of this interpretation, why this work has been adapted less than Austen’s other novels, and compare it to similar, more recent films such as Emma and Little Women. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Filmmaker Jessica Ellis joins the Podcast Like It’s five timers club, after being forced to watch the meandering crime thriller that is GOODBYE LOVER.We talk about the wave of subpar blue collar crime thrillers that has descended upon us here in the dredges of 1999, what makes a successful twist, and how this is the worst Ellen DeGeneres performance of the year.Podcast Like It's 2009: Patreon.com/podcastlikeitsTwitter: twitter.com/podcastlikeitsInstagram: instagram.com/podcastlikeitsReddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tori Bravettia and Emma Fraser return to pop open the entertainment time capsule that is Permiere Magazine.Podcast Like It's 2009: Patreon.com/podcastlikeitsTwitter: twitter.com/podcastlikeitsInstagram: instagram.com/podcastlikeitsReddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bryan Cogman returns for one final conversation on the '99 episodes of ER. Through the episode GREAT EXPECTATIONS, we discuss the first appearance of Maura Tierney as Abby Lockhart, how the show dealt with the absence of George Clooney, and how it managed to stay afloat for the following ten years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Were joined by Billy Ray Brewton and Amanda Smith to talk about the Kevin Costner baseball flick that time forgot, Sam Raimi's career outlier FOR THE LOVE OF THE GAME. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever wanted to listen to a grown man cuss out a nice cartoon boy for an hour straight? Well I have some good news for you! DOUG'S 1ST MOVIE with Teddy Bressman is out now!We talk about the original Nickelodeon trio, why this movie got bumped to a theatrical release, and why none of us have talked about Doug in over 20 years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Resident gadget lover Emma Stefansky returns to the show as we FINALLY cover INSPECTOR GADGET.We talk about the history of movie studios adapting IP, Kenny shares his experience with Quibi and how it relates to what Disney was doing in the 90s, and we all try to figure out what our ideal Inspector Gadget pitch would be in 2022.Podcast Like It's 2009: Patreon.com/podcastlikeitsTwitter: twitter.com/podcastlikeitsInstagram: instagram.com/podcastlikeitsReddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Phil and Kenny once again fly solo, for fear of losing friends if they had forced anyone to watch the one film that pins David Spade as a romantic lead, LOST & FOUND.We talk about David Spade's post SNL career, and why he never broke out as a leading man outside of films like Joe dirt. We also contemplate what could have been if this movie had Chris Farley playing co-lead as originally intended, and the lazy, meatless plot that drives this movie into obscurity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Phil and Kenny go guestless for a therapeutic trip to the town of MUMFORD.We talk about Touchstone's identity crisis in the 90s. Are these Disney movies? Are they raunchy comedies? Action flicks?! What's going on here?!? We also discuss Ebert's glowing 3/4 star review, the way this movie fights through its ineptitude to create something watchable, and the borderline inexplicable plot of this film.Podcast Like It's 2009: Patreon.com/podcastlikeitsTwitter: twitter.com/podcastlikeitsInstagram: instagram.com/podcastlikeitsReddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike Natale returns to the podcast to talk about the state of adult cartoons in the 90s with FUTURAMA!We discuss the show as a whole, through the lens of the first two episodes. Mike breaks down why the existentialism of this show makes it work, while also commenting on it's relationship to Matt Groening and other cartoons of the time. Phil is forced to reckon with the subpar pilot that doesn't fall in line with the typical pilot structure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Writers Molly Margraf and Jerica Lieberman join us for a deep dive into the career of Harrison Ford with Sydney Pollack's flop of the romantic drama RANDOM HEARTS.Podcast Like It's 2009: Patreon.com/podcastlikeitsTwitter: twitter.com/podcastlikeitsInstagram: instagram.com/podcastlikeitsReddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Widely considered one of the worst in the franchise, we break down why this movie only gets better with age, acting as a bridge between what the franchise was, and what it will eventually become. We discuss how Justin Lin and Vin Diesel were able to create a franchise purely for the fans, the series' insane naming conventions, the importance of the roles each cast member fills, and ponder what the future holds for Fast & Furious post Dominic Toretto. Plus, we discuss the recently released F9, and how it connects all the way back to Fast & Furious!Find Griffin at: twitter.com/grifflightningPodcast Like It's 1999: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcast-like-its-1999Twitter: twitter.com/podcastlike1999Instagram: instagram.com/podcastlike1999Reddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Editor and fellow podcast host Joe Reid joins us to read through Entertainment Weekly's year end double issue to find out what really was the BEST OF 1999.Find Joe at: twitter.com/joereidPodcast Like It's 1989: patreon.com/podcastlikeits1989Twitter: twitter.com/podcastlike1999Instagram: instagram.com/podcastlike1999Reddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sara Ghaleb (Arden Podcast / Historical Hookups) comes on the pod to discuss the oft forgotten Michael Radford crime drama B. MONKEY.We discuss this film's sexuality, the reasons it fell between the cracks of pop culture, and the behind the scenes atrocities that brought it into the limelight twenty years later. We also critique the concept of the manic pixie dream girl, the relationships at the movie's forefront, and the crime genre in general.Find Sara at: twitter.com.saraghalebPodcast Like It's 1989: patreon.com/podcastlikeits1989Twitter: twitter.com/podcastlike1999Instagram: instagram.com/podcastlike1999Reddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Phil and Kenny fly solo to discuss the Canadian coming of age film NEW WATERFORD GIRL. Stick around until the end for an interview with Phil's college friend and star of the film Liane Balaban and costar Tara Spencer-Nairn!Find Jaan at: jaankittask.comPodcast Like It's 1989: patreon.com/podcastlikeits1989Twitter: twitter.com/podcastlike1999Instagram: instagram.com/podcastlike1999Reddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Designer of our cover art, and composer of our theme songs Jaan Kittask returns to the show to discuss the 1999 youth time capsule that is Gregg Araki's SPLENDOR.We discuss why this movie got an R rating, the compilation soundtrack album that kind of ruled, and rave culture in general. Find Jaan at: jaankittask.comPodcast Like It's 1989: patreon.com/podcastlikeits1989Twitter: twitter.com/podcastlike1999Instagram: instagram.com/podcastlike1999Reddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Billy Ray Brewton finally joins us on the podcast to defend one of his quintessential hidden gems, Atom Egoyan's FELICIA'S JOURNEY.We talk about how different directors view the Academy Awards, the rise and fall of Artisan Entertainment, and the showcase performance from Bob Hoskins.Stream the first episode of Billy Ray's new podcast, The Incinerator, today at: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-incinerator-podcast/id1607368338Find Billy Ray at: twitter.com/BillyRayBrewtonPodcast Like It's 1989: patreon.com/podcastlikeits1989Twitter: twitter.com/podcastlike1999Instagram: instagram.com/podcastlike1999Reddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tom Lorenzo (You're Missing Out Podcast) joins us to talk about our second and final Mark Wahlberg film of 1999, THE CORRUPTOR.We discuss why James Foley was a terrible choice to direct this movie, and how a filmmaker like John Woo, to whom this movie owes a large debt, would have made something out of it. We also compare Wahlberg's performance and use in this movie to that of Three Kings, where he is showcased in a much more flattering light.Find Tom at: twitter.com/ragingbull1990Podcast Like It's 1989: patreon.com/podcastlikeits1989Twitter: twitter.com/podcastlike1999Instagram: instagram.com/podcastlike1999Reddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Since the dawn of Podcast Like It's 1999, Kenny and Phil have dreaded recording one episode. Today, writer LaToya Ferguson steps up to the plate (was tricked by Phil) to finally discuss THE OTHER SISTER.Find LayToya at: la-fergs.tumblr.comPodcast Like It's 1989: patreon.com/podcastlikeits1989Twitter: twitter.com/podcastlike1999Instagram: instagram.com/podcastlike1999Reddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Critic Darren Franich returns to the show to discuss the period/swordplay epic that blew his kid brain out of the water back in '99, John McTiernan's THE 13TH WARRIOR.We discuss the poorly aged casting of Antonio Banderas as a muslim, the best and worst moments of McTiernan's career, and the science fiction cultural behemoth who took control of the film in reshoots, Michael Chrichton. We also talk about the wonders of filming on-location, how this movie must have been torn apart in the editing room, and why we think this movie should have included actual, honest to god bearmen.Find Darren at: twitter.com/darrenfranichPodcast Like It's 1989: patreon.com/podcastlikeits1989Twitter: twitter.com/podcastlike1999Instagram: instagram.com/podcastlike1999Reddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeitsCritic Darren Franich returns to the show to discuss the period/swordplay epic that blew his kid brain out of the water back in '99, John McTiernan's THE 13TH WARRIOR.We discuss the poorly aged casting of Antonio Banderas as a muslim, the best and worst moments of McTiernan's career, and the science fiction cultural behemoth who took control of the film in reshoots, Michael Chrichton. We also talk about the wonders of filming on-location, how this movie must have been torn apart in the editing room, and why we think this movie should have included actual, honest to god bearmen.Find Darren at: twitter.com/darrenfranichPodcast Like It's 1989: patreon.com/podcastlikeits1989Twitter: twitter.com/podcastlike1999Instagram: instagram.com/podcastlike1999Reddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Director Karyn Kusama (Jennifer's Body, The Invitation) joins us to discuss David Fincher's controversial game changer, FIGHT CLUB.We talk about the portrayal of toxic masculinity, how this movie thematically precedes The Social Network, and the star personas of Edward Norton and Brad Pitt.Podcast Like It's 1989: patreon.com/podcastlikeits1989Twitter: twitter.com/podcastlike1999Instagram: instagram.com/podcastlike1999Reddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Nothing Comforts Anxiety Like A Little Nostalgia"Three years after covering the 1999 film that changed cinema forever, Phil, Kenny, and critic Emily VanDerWerff enter the Matrix one more time.Podcast Like It's 1989: patreon.com/podcastlikeits1989Twitter: twitter.com/podcastlike1999Instagram: instagram.com/podcastlike1999Reddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us and Comedian Sean O'Connor as we usher in the final year of Podcast Like It's 1999 by discussing the utter chaos that surrounded the turning of a century, through the lens of the horrific made for television thriller; Y2K: The Movie.Find Sean at: twitter.com/seanoconnzPodcast Like It's 1989: patreon.com/podcastlikeits1989Twitter: twitter.com/podcastlike1999Instagram: instagram.com/podcastlike1999Reddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Actress Ashley Spencer joins us to celebrate the holidays with a look back on the 1999 made-for-television Disney film ANNIE.We discuss why this version stands out in the sea of attempts at adapting the musical to screen, from the bombshell performances to the top notch choreography and direction from first-timer, and future oscar nominee, Rob Marshall.Podcast Like It's 1989: patreon.com/podcastlikeits1989Twitter: twitter.com/podcastlike1999Instagram: instagram.com/podcastlike1999Reddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's that time of year again...grab some hot chocolate, cozy up by the fire, and join us as we take a look back at the highest highs, and lowest lows of films we covered this past year. This is the 4th Annual 52 IN REVIEW!Podcast Like It's 1989: patreon.com/podcastlikeits1989Twitter: twitter.com/podcastlike1999Instagram: instagram.com/podcastlike1999Reddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are once again talking about Michelle Pfieffer in her big budget novel adaptation THE DEEP END OF THE OCEAN with Jarett wieselman!We talk about some of the larger, and more hilarious misfires in this film's plot, and how some books are best left unadapted. Kenny tries to convince Phil and Jarett that the parent's reactions to their child's disappearance aren't as unrealistic as they seem. And, of course, we gush about Michelle Pfeiffer for most of the runtime.Find Jarett at: twitter.com/jarettsayPodcast Like It's 1999: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcast-like-its-1999Twitter: twitter.com/podcastlike1999Instagram: instagram.com/podcastlike1999Reddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a marathon of recording four episodes in a row on horrible films, Phil and Kenny watched HELD UP in a sleepy daze....Podcast Like It's 1999: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcast-like-its-1999Twitter: twitter.com/podcastlike1999Instagram: instagram.com/podcastlike1999Reddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Writer and Mark Ruffalo look alike Bilge Ebiri joins us this week to talk all things Jane Campion with her divisive Kate Winslet vehicle, HOLY SMOKE.We talk about the devolution of the leading man in Hollywood, and how we don't see actors like Harvey Keitel (or as Kenny puts it, "Actors with faces") in movies anymore. We also break down Campion's career, from The Piano, to this week's Netflix release The Power of the Dog, and analyze how she portrays men and women throughout her filmography. We also discuss Kate Winslet's career post-Titanic, the urban character actor, and how this film's shortcomings almost benefit the overall viewing experience.Find Bilge at: twitter.com/bilgeebiriPodcast Like It's 1999: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcast-like-its-1999Twitter: twitter.com/podcastlike1999Instagram: instagram.com/podcastlike1999Reddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Actor/Comedian Pete Capella returns to discuss one of the most influential albums of all time, Moby's 1999 chart smashing PLAY.We discuss what it means to become a sellout, and whether or not we think Moby fits the bill. We also talk about the monumental shift toward licensing songs to commercials and film that this record brought on, and how that thrusted Moby into the limelight months after the album dropped. Other topics include Moby's fervent animal rights agenda, the cultural appropritation in PLAY, and the influence these 18 tracks had on the future of the music industry.Find Pete at: twitter.com/petecapellaPodcast Like It's 1999: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcast-like-its-1999Twitter: twitter.com/podcastlike1999Instagram: instagram.com/podcastlike1999Reddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Writer Toby Herman joins us to face down one of our most dreaded films of 1999, the incredibly cursed Jewish Robin Williams film, JAKOB THE LIAR.We talk about all the ways this movie misses the mark on representing Polish Jews, from the incorrect pronunciation of Jakob, to the casting choices. We also talk about this tumultuous period of Robin Williams career, what he was trying to achieve, and where we think he would have landed in today's media landscape.Find Toby at: twitter.com/tobyherman27Patreon: patreon.com/podcastlikeits1989Twitter: twitter.com/podcastlikeitsInstagram: instagram.com/podcastlikeitsReddit: reddit.com/r/PodcastLikeIts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.