Last Looks: Thunderpants (w/ Jake Brennan)

Last Looks: Thunderpants (w/ Jake Brennan)

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Last Looks: The Manitou w/ Ashley Ray

Jason chats with comedian and TV critic Ashley Ray about the shows they're currently loving—from a slate of Apple TV hits to obscure reality shows and a whole lot more. But first, Paul responds to all your corrections & omissions on last week's episode on The Manitou, including a ...  Show more

The Quest w/ Jon Gabrus (Classic)

Jean Claude Van Damme’s directorial debut was 1996's The Quest, a.k.a. a more watered-down version of Bloodsport that takes place in the past and is not nearly as good. JCVD aficionado Jon Gabrus (Staying Alive, Action Boyz) helps Paul, June, and Jason discuss Old Man Van Damme, ...  Show more

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