The Test of Time

A wannabe musician works as a substitute teacher and shows his students how to rock. Listen as we discuss a Battle of the Bands in the middle of the day, trying to impress Alan's brother-in-law, and movies that the Oscars don't care about. Rock got no reason, rock got no rhyme, we're finding out if School of Rock stands the Test of Time.

Two brothers dream of opening a nightclub, but have no clue where to start. Special guest Mark J. Parker from Release Date Rewind joins us to chat about getting a picture with Will Ferrell, Instagram likes from Molly Shannon, and tipping advice from Lorne Michaels. Bob your head to the beat as we find out if A Night at the Roxbury stands the Test of Time.

Teenagers cruise around their Texas town on the last day of school. Listen as we discuss our worst hazing experiences, chastity pledges that are downright lies, and the band James only knows from Guitar Hero. All right, all right, all right... we're finding out if Dazed and Confused stands the Test of Time.

A renegade police officer takes on an army of violent criminals. Join us as we chat about single guys who bring puppies to bars, a weirdly edited robot montage, and what Thanos should have done with his snap. Then we find out if Cobra stands the Test of Time.

Two American strangers find comfort and connection with one another in Japan. Listen as we talk about pump-thrusting to The Loco-Motion, why bonus tracks are annoying on Spotify, and killing people with rocky road ice cream. Then we find out if Lost in Translation stands the Test of Time.

A taekwondo instructor faces a series of personal and professional crises. Join us as we discuss women who are impressed by nunchucks, what $10,000 worth of lumber looks like, and how it would feel to beat Michael Jordan at HORSE. Then we find out if The Foot Fist Way stands the Test of Time.

Two beer-loving brothers get their dream jobs at a local brewery, where they quickly discover a sinister plot. Listen as we chat about a very creepy statue, what Rick Moranis would be like as an uncle, and money bags filled with Canadian dollars. Then you hosers will find out if Strange Brew stands the Test of Time, eh?

A lawyer's life is ruined after he's given footage that shows a congressman being murdered. Special guest Jason Torres joins us to discuss harmless conspiracy theories, smoothies before dinner, and tough love from Chris Rock. Then we find out if Enemy of the State stands the Test of Time.

A newly single man becomes friends with his cable installer, who turns out to be an unhinged stalker. Join us as we discuss cutting class to hear the O.J. Simpson verdict, having a beer with a weirdo, and how answering machines would let you know if you were unloved. Then we find out if The Cable Guy stands the Test of Time.

The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles must learn to fight as a team so they can defeat an ancient foe. Listen as we chat about good-looking CGI rain, unnecessary origin stories, and how to be immortal on the down low. Then we find out if TMNT stands the Test of Time.

Expert thieves try to steal millions of dollars in gold from the man who betrayed them. Join us as we chat about villains named Steve, what Mini Coopers have in common with aioli, and why Vladimir Putin should have watched this movie. Then we find out if The Italian Job stands the Test of Time.

Two friends have to transport a truckload of beer from Texas to Georgia in 28 hours, with the law chasing them every step of the way. Listen as we chat about dentists named Dr. Teeth, song lyrics that are a hat on a hat, and the fastest hunk of junk on Long Island. We also share our thoughts on Back to the Future: The Musical before finding out if Smokey and the Bandit stands the Test of Time.

A minor league hockey coach comes up with a strategy to save his team: brutal, unrelenting violence. Listen as we discuss reasonably expensive hot dogs, aggressive guys in glasses, and weird 1970's undergarments. Then we find out if Slap Shot stands the Test of Time.

An 11-year-old gets his hands on one million dollars and starts living large. Listen as we chat about castles in homeowners association communities, software that teaches you how to make love to your wife, and how not to pronounce Tone Loc. We also discuss this movie's super creepy kiss before finding out if Blank Check stands the Test of Time.

Indiana Jones teams up with his father to find the holy grail of ancient artifacts: the actual Holy Grail. Special guests Shahir Daud and Matt Kroll from The Only Podcast About Movies join us to talk about the real threat of ninjas, Harrison Ford's broken smile, and sex-positive Nazis. Choose wisely and listen to us find out if Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade stands the Test of Time.

To save a village, Indiana Jones must recover a sacred stone from human-sacrificing cultists. Special guest Bruce Edwards joins us to chat about covers for book reports, Lao Che's insurance fraud, and this movie's most realistic character. Listen for fortune and glory, and to find out if Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom stands the Test of Time.

An archaeologist searches for the Ark of the Covenant, hoping to prevent it from falling into Nazi hands. Special guest Matt from Good Movie, Bad Movie and Season 14, Time for a Podcast joins us to discuss what a melting face really looks like, when Sliders went off the rails, and why The Big Bang Theory's theory about this movie is wrong. Then us top men find out if Raiders of the Lost Ark stands the Test of Time.

Two friends who are desperate for money open a revenge-for-hire business. Listen as we chat about small-town prostitutes, bribery on transplant committees, and if two adverbs cancel each other out. Then we decide if Dirty Work stands the Test of Time.

Teenagers look for love, sex, and revenge at an epic post-graduation party. Listen as we talk about Vitamin C remixes, decent word play for a kindergartener, and parents who can't be bothered to drive their kids to a train station. Then we find out if Can't Hardly Wait stands the Test of Time.

A princess who lives under the sea falls in love with a human, and desperately wants to be part of his world. Listen as we chat about a magic-proof contract, a brutal comeuppance for a chef, and what Disney has in common with the American auto industry. Then us poor unfortunate souls find out if The Little Mermaid stands the Test of Time.

A warrior seeks revenge on the cult leader who killed his parents. Special guest Clinton Festa joins us to discuss the stupidest catchphrase ever, the protein intake needed to spin a wheel, and the time Arnold Schwarzenegger probably punched a camel. Then we find out if Conan the Barbarian stands the Test of Time.

A pig learns how to herd sheep, and that it's ok to be different. Our moms, Rochelle Brief and Carole Abramson, are back to discuss pizza in Australia, wise words from Conan O'Brien, and an amazing prize for a blueberry-pie-eating contest. That'll do as we find out if Babe stands the Test of Time.

A suicidal Senator suddenly stops talking like a politician and starts spitting truth. Join us as we chat about the far right in Austria, a vintage Biden gaffe, and if being a Dad affects your rapping ability. We also share our thoughts on Max's upcoming Harry Potter series before finding out if Bulworth stands the Test of Time.

Three college roommates become entangled in an intense and passionate relationship. Special guest Dan DeVenney joins us to discuss pooping in coed bathrooms, strange looks from librarians, and an anticlimactic pregnancy scare. Then we find out if Threesome stands the Test of Time.

In a dystopian future, an innocent man must try to survive a deadly TV game show. Special guests Dominic Monfre and Ben Srulevich join us to chat about Chekhov's brother, colonoscopies for Family Feud fans, and why rich people don't take limos anymore. Then we find out if The Running Man stands the Test of Time.

A dancer/welder must conquer her fear so she can pursue her dream. Join us as we discuss a surefire movie death sentence, our favorite nepo babies, and why you should never sell your entire ownership stake in anything. What a feeling as we find out if Flashdance stands the Test of Time.

Two plumbers from Brooklyn try to prevent our world from merging with a parallel dinosaur dimension. Listen as we chat about missing meteorite pieces, Toad's singing career, and James' next research paper. Then we find out if Super Mario Bros.—the movie, not the video game—stands the Test of Time.

Gangsters, robbers, and boxing promoters search London for an 86-carat diamond. Special guest Eddie Perez-Cortes joins us to talk about saying the c-word at camp, how The Man From U.N.C.L.E. should have ended, and why Madonna always gets paid. Then we find out if Snatch stands the Test of Time.

Two high school students accuse their guidance counselor of rape, but what really happened is far more complex. Listen as we chat about James' secret family, rich people flexing with their phones, and Kevin Bacon's well-preserved penis. Then we find out if Wild Things stands the Test of Time.

A prep-school student and a business tycoon both fall in love with the same woman. It's our 350th episode, and we're talking about the best name ever for a dodgeball club, the difference between Bennigans and TGI Fridays, and the upcoming culture war over baby carrots. In the end, we find out if Rushmore stands the Test of Time.

Three friends embark on a life of crime... even though they're terrible at it. Listen as we discuss the next Nintendo console, Bill Clinton's cholesterol, and an envelope that's pretty obviously stuffed with cash. Then we find out if Bottle Rocket stands the Test of Time.

Important moments in human history are spoofed, Mel Brooks style. Listen as we chat about finding the right leaves to suck on, Jesus' continuity error, and how the internet doesn't always represent reality. Then we find out if History of the World, Part I stands the Test of Time.

A farm boy from Iowa becomes a legend in the Wild West. Listen as we discuss the anti-50 Cent, what Jesus was like as a teenager, and the most famous roles of Bills Paxton and Pullman. Then we find out if Wyatt Earp—the movie, not the man—stands the Test of Time.

Famous lawmen and bandits battle in an infamous Wild West town. Special guest Dan DeVenney joins us to chat about the best flavor of Pez, thoroughly inoculated prostitutes, and the guns you need to enjoy pizza. Then we find out if Tombstone stands the Test of Time.

A high school nerd becomes popular by paying a cheerleader to pretend to be his girlfriend. For our Valentine's Day episode, special guest Courtney Noah joins us to discuss the secret to every successful relationship, the funniest word for breasts, and how James never got a date in his astronomy club. Then we find out if Can't Buy Me Love stands the Test of Time.

Two brothers coach rival pee-wee football teams, but only one can represent their small Ohio town. Listen as we chat about a role that's not very Rick-Moranis-y, outdated Archie references, and a distracting distant dad. We also share our thoughts on James Gunn's DCU plans before finding out if Little Giants stands the Test of Time.

A washed-up producer tries to make an action movie… starring an actor who doesn't know he's being filmed. Special guest Daron from the Board Games are For Losers podcast joins us to discuss jokes about smashing pumpkins, using French to make bullsh*t sound impressive, and we may open ourselves up to lawsuits from Hollywood institutions. Then we find out if Bowfinger stands the Test of Time.

As he prepares to become a Bar Mitzvah, a boy reunites his father and estranged grandfather. Special guest Eli Noah joins us to discuss a long-lasting party favor, kids who recognize Neil Diamond, and adjusting your balls on the bimah. Then we find out if Keeping Up With the Steins stands the Test of Time.

A young woman with no sense of style becomes an assistant to the editor of a high-profile fashion magazine. Special guest Samantha Noah joins us to talk about a chef who burns grilled cheese, the difference between slander and libel, and why a chief of medicine sometimes needs to be an a-hole. Then we find out if The Devil Wears Prada stands the Test of Time.

After a record store owner gets dumped, he tracks down several ex-girlfriends to find out why his relationships always fail. Listen as we discuss the perfect pop song, the coolest way to organize a music collection, and the opposite of a romantic proposal. Then we find out if High Fidelity stands the Test of Time.

A wisecracking reporter dons a variety of disguises as he investigates a suspicious millionaire. Join us as we chat about good old-fashioned d*ck jokes, not-so-great steak jokes, and the celebrities who died in 2022. Then we find out if Fletch stands the Test of Time.

An alcoholic thief who poses as a department store Santa learns the true meaning of Christmas. Well... not really. Listen as we discuss the fine line between method acting and being unprofessional, why sandwiches are the only food you fix, and the worst possible name for a physics teacher's kid. You won't sh*t right for a week after finding out if Bad Santa stands the Test of Time.

A poor boy and a rich girl fall in love on a ship that was supposed to be unsinkable. Join us as we discuss Alan blowing it on a date, setting up fictional grandchildren for life, and Taylor Swift's EGOT aspirations. Your heart will go on as we find out if Titanic stands the Test of Time.

An out-of-work actor finally gets the role of his dreams… by posing as a woman. Listen as we talk about Joey Tribbiani's evil twin, mimes in New York City, and what this movie has in common with Saved by the Bell and Punky Brewster. Then we find out if Tootsie stands the Test of Time.

A young man who runs an underground casino decides to go legit by becoming a stockbroker, but he ends up getting entangled in illegal trading scams. Special guest Mike Kahn returns to chat about the difference between stocks and NFTs, brokers who go to plumbing school, and what constitutes far away on Long Island. Then we find out if Boiler Room stands the Test of Time.

An elite hacker is recruited into a group of counter terrorists, who may be terrorists themselves. Listen as we talk about going to Olive Garden in New York City, what coding has in common with driving stick shift, and how you can tell if a rocket launcher fires heat-seeking missiles. Then we find out if Swordfish—the movie, not the fish—stands the Test of Time.

After they accidentally discover an incriminating file, a group of hackers must use their hacking skills to stop another, evil hacker. Special guest Brett Sills joins us as we chat about sexy subcultures, how lefties shake hands, and who likes pad thai without garlic. Then we find out if Hackers stands the Test of Time.

A high school hacker plays a game against a military computer and nearly starts World War III. Special guest Eli Noah joins us to talk about the mayor of Copenhagen, playing tic-tac-toe on placemats, and the innocence of the fire drill generation. We also share our thoughts on WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story before finding out if WarGames stands the Test of Time.

A high school teacher tries to prevent an overachieving student from becoming class president. Special guest Courtney Noah joins us as we chat about DVDs that friends borrow and don't return, what the headlines will be when Matthew Broderick dies, and James' winning campaign slogan. Then we find out if Election stands the Test of Time.

The dead return, a monster attacks, and a guy turns into a plant when stories from a horror comic book come to life. Special ghost... er, special guest Joanna Brief joins us to discuss wearable VCRs, Batman fighting drug dealers, and what happens when Ted's head turns red. Then we find out if Creepshow stands the Test of Time.