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A special guest is on to talk about a special movie, as degens Andy S and Brandon Bombay are joined by rapper Mage of Freewill — who had a lot of bad ideas in his head to talk about Martin Scorsese's masterpiece 'Taxi Driver.' While discussing the brilliance of the filmmaking, Mage tells a story about the time he almost got arrested for guerilla-filmmaking a music video in Atlanta. On this ep, the boys get heavy into the machinations of a movie they regard as a degen tentpole. Of course they go over Robert De Niro's iconic performance, which may be his career-best, and is bolstered by wonderful supporting turns from a pimped-out Harvey Keitel, a manic Scorsese, a teenage Jodie Foster, and a grimey role from the dad from 'Everybody Loves Raymond' (Peter Boyle). Not to mention an enchanting performance from Cybill Shepherd whose beauty jumps off the screen even while going on what is possibly the worst first date. All those talents are able to come together in one of the scuzziest New York films that beautifully captures the filth of the era. Check out more from Freewill and Pre-Save their new album, Influencer Dead, out November 22, 2024 on all streaming platforms:
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Burlesque dancer and horror movie podcaster Noelle, known professionally as Stiletto Thunderkiss, joins Brandon Bombay this week to talk about one of the most fun horror/action movies of all-time, 'From Dusk Till Dawn.' They start things off by talking about skeezy strip clubs reminiscent of the Titty Twister depicted in the film, and Noelle recalls a time when she used to cause trouble while working at a club frequented by bikers. Then the two dive into how the tone-shifting genre movie is elevated by great performances including a surprisingly subdued Harvey Keitel, and a movie-star making role from George Clooney. Naturally, that leads to discussing how smolderingly hot Clooney, Juliette Lewis, and Salma Hayek are in their performances. Noelle offers some insight into Hayek's iconic dance, and tells about a time a customer made a peculiar request that was reminiscent of that sultry dance. All that plus plenty of horror talk, and other hilarious stories on this special Spooky Sleazon episode.
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Degens Andy S and Brandon Bombay pull out the whips and cigarettes for a special Spooky Sleazon episode as they discuss David Cronenberg's horror masterpiece 'Videodrome.' Bombay starts off the program with a cautionistic tale, as he recalls his first time a woman lured him into the masochistic arena, and how the relationship ended poorly much like the one featured in the movie. Then Andy goes into full pulpit preacher mode as the fellas talk about 'Videodrome' and what it meant to be exposed to this film's signal at too young of an age. Headlined by the king of '80s sleaze, James Woods, and featuring a dangerously smoldering performance from Debbie Harry, the movie blurs the lines between violence and carnal pleasures. As if that wasn't eye candy enough, F/X god Rick Baker showed up to the affair to bring to life haunting body horror images that were plucked directly from Cronenberg's mind. It's the perfect melding of gross out goop and hedonistic delight that will have you shouting "Long live the new flesh!"
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Degens Andy S and Brandon Bombay go to the movies with their giant bunny rabbit friend to watch 'Donnie Darko.' Bombay kicks things off by telling a story about throwing a slice of pizza in a random person's face, and how that ultimately led to him seeing this film. Then the guys chat about a movie that is divisive for the podcast (one of them loves it, the other loathes it). How Richard Kelly pulled off a feat at a young age of simultaneously catching lightning in a bottle for this coming-of-age sci-fi story that tackles schizophrenic behavior , while also creating one of the most horrific Director's Cuts of all-time — which has sadly become the de facto available cut. The movie features unexpectedly killer turns from Drew Barrymore, and a very game Patrick Swayze who both showed up in top form for this '80s period piece. A rare film of its kind that portrays yuppie families as humanistic and not just caricatures, and is laced with a great '80s soundtrack.
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Degens Andy S and Brandon Bombay sit down to create a gorgeous piece of art before setting it on fire as they talk 'To Live and Die in L.A.' Andy talks about the time he had a run-in with the real Secret Service, and how seeing this film made him know they were working on a counterfeiting beef. Then the fellas talk about one of the greatest films of the '80s that has aged wonderfully as being very of its time. Filled with inept cops who are crappy at their jobs because they're too preoccupied with showing bravado, William Friedkin's crime masterpiece features a jaw-dropping airport foot chase, and one of the most mesmerizing (and terrifying) car chase scenes caught on camera. Perhaps the most thrilling element is how captivatingly erotic it all is with Willem Dafoe at his most sexily angular, and William Peterson slanging swagger as if he's got a 12 inch schlong. All of this is tied together with a synthy score by Wang Chung of all artists. Both this episode and film are guaranteed to leave you hot and bothered.
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Degens Andy S and Brandon Bombay try to recapture their youth by heading back to college and discussing 'Old School.' Referencing one of the most hilarious scenes in the movie, Andy recalls one epic bender when friends were forced to subdue him by using a tranquilizer gun. Then the brothers from fraternity Degen Degen Degen talk about one of the most quoted movies of their college years. Remembered as the perfect comedy vehicle for the quick-talking Vince Vaughn, and Will Ferrell's undeniably classic turn as Frank the Tank, this movie fared well at the box office before becoming an absolute DVD juggernaut. Stuffed with quotables such as, "Once it hits your lips," and "I'm here for the gangbang," the movie actually has a brooding Todd Phillips tone that the director would capitalize with far later on in his career. 'Old School' brings man-child revelry while being unafraid to show bro-culture shortcomings.
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Degens Andy S and Brandon Bombay tie up their togas to talk about the quintessential college-party movie, 'Animal House.' Bombay breaks the ice by telling about a time in college when he impressed a beautiful girl at a cocktail party, but it all came tumbling down. Then the brothers from Delta-Degen dive in to discuss this snobs vs. slobs classic, which was inexplicably rented for both of them by their fathers at very young ages. The film is bursting with booze and boobs, and bolstered by a dynamo performance from John Belushi, but also features memorable supporting roles from a slew of great actors including Donald Sutherland, and Kevin Bacon. Similar to the end of the film, the episode starts to come off the rails in hilarious fashion and will make you wanna "Shout!" by the time it's over.
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Degens Andy S and Brandon Bombay wake up, drop the kids off, do some key bumps in the car, and discuss a masterclass in degenerate cinema, 'Bad Lieutenant.' Andy takes us back to his days as a white collar dirtbag when he saw the opportunity to get some product for free from a dealer, but learned the hard way that nothing is ever free. Then the boys talk about Abel Ferrara's grimiest film which earned every bit of its NC-17 rating. Bolstered by a career-defining performance from Harvey Keitel who scream-cries his way through pre-Giuliani New York while abusing every substance imaginable. All while seeking redemption by attempting to help a nun who was painfully wronged, and visiting his dealer who was played by the angelic Ferrara collaborated Zoe Lund. This episode is so sordid that you may get so worked up that you wind up shooting your car stereo in excitement.
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Degens Andy S and Brandon Bombay decide to stick around to talk about arguably the greatest action movie of the '80s, 'Predator.' Bombay kicks it off by talking about seeing this with a flask and a large group of friends at Revue Cinema in Toronto, and his scary run-in with the cops right after. Then the falls look at John McTiernan's genre-blending classic that is known for iconic characters and one-liners, but is remembered for the masterclass in tension building which culminates in a virtually wordless third act. Featuring a timeless score, and a ragtag bunch of memorable characters it has Arnold Schwarzenegger operating at god-tier level. If you don't listen to this episode then we have one question, "What happened to you, you used to be someone we could trust."
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Degenerates Andy S and Brandon Bombay sprawl out on their waterbeds to discuss 'Licorice Pizza.' Bombay starts it off by remembering a time he ruined his chance with a girl by not being able to play it cool after she gave her number. Then the boys look at one of the great hang movies of all-time that's centered around two flawed lead characters, and how Paul Thomas Anderson seamlessly transported the viewer back to 1973 with this charming film brimming with messy characters. Cooper Hoffman's Gary may border on narcissistic, but he seems well-adjusted compared to the older megalomaniacs he and Alana encounter, which include a surprisingly hilarious turn from Sean Penn, and a scene-stealing cameo from Bradley Cooper.
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Degenerates Andy S and Brandon Bombay hop on their bikes to talk about a film that is emblematic of the podcast's ethos: 'Red Rocket.' Andy opens up with a story about a few friends who threw on military fatigues as a gag, and wound up being given free drinks by patriotic bar patrons. Then the guys discuss a film close to their hearts, which is centered around the ultimate portrayal of recidivism. A compelling starring role from Simon Rex is nearly overshadowed by the bevy of supporting role non-actors who helped bring grit and realism to the film. Anchored by veritas, but elevated by gorgeous shots accomplished on a minimal budget, it is one of Sean Baker's defining movies. We deliver a great episode about a wonderful movie and that ain't no lie, baby, bye bye bye.
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Degenerates Andy S and Brandon Bombay pour a stiff one to keep Cruisemas in July going, as they talk 'Cocktail.' Andy mans the bar first by talking about the time he got into an altercation with a flippant bartender who would not stop juggling bottles.
Then the fellas talk about a film that came out near the genesis of Tom Cruise's rain, but is often overlooked (for good reason). It features Tom Cruise flashing his megawatt smile while flair bartending to an iconic '80s soundtrack at the original TGI-Friday's, but is somehow a slog as it's overstuffed with more romantic subplots than trite bartender adages. -
Degenerates Andy S and Brandon Bombay get nostalgic while discussing one of the all-time great summer hang movies, 'Adventureland.' Bombay jump starts the convo by relating to the movie gang who get wasted on 2 for 1 Tuesday, and how he used to do the same at a martini bar in college. Then the guys talk about a wonderfully textured comedy that was hampered by a bad marketing campaign that tried to present it as the next 'Superbad' (same director). Bolstered by an incredible '80s soundtrack that features plenty of B-sides and hits you may have forgotten, the film is dripping with authentic nostalgia. Kristen Stewart, Jesse Eisenberg, Martin Starr, Bill Hader, Kristen Wiig, and even Ryan Reynolds pull off the trick of being both funny, yet grounded. Both this movie — and this episode — will have you yearning for the days at your dead end summer job where it was no big deal to eat weed cookies and sip Cuban rum while you're on the clock.
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Degenerates Andy S and Brandon Bombay kick off Cruisemas in July with Michael Mann's moody L.A. thriller 'Collateral.' Bombay jump starts the convo by reminiscing about how shady cab drivers were in the pre-Uber years, and recalls a couple wild incidents dealing with cabbies in the city including one driver who tried to rip him off, and another who was far too wasted to be behind the wheel. Then the guys dive into how Tom Cruise was famously cast against type as the chilling hit man named Vincent, who seemed put on earth to do one thing: end people's lives. Naturally, that leads to comparisons into the real-life Cruise, and how in fulfilling his destiny of becoming the greatest movie star of his generation, he also picked up sets of skills that would allow him to kill people in real life if he ever chose. Perhaps Jamie Foxx was miscast as the listless yet meticulous cab driver, but he holds his own opposite Cruise who channeled his own icy drive to nail the role. With Mann at the helm it all adds up to a gorgeously shot film overflowing with mood — that acted as a calling card for the director's digital era.
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Degenerates Andy S and Brandon Bombay grab one $20 bill and hail a yellow cab for a night on the town to discuss Martin Scorsese's 'After Hours.' Andy starts things off by telling us about the time he did his best impression of the movie, by losing his wallet while at a Yankees game with a dead cellphone. Along the way he met a girl — it ended horribly — and nearly fought strangers over a pack of discarded cigarettes all while wanting nothing more than to just finally make his way home. Then the boys jump into this '80s comedy classic that perfectly encapsulates the highs and crushing lows of winding up on an odyssey just to see a girl. A film that captures the frantic energy, and terrifying possibilities of leaving your house in '80s New York. It shows how chasing after a cool chick that seems too good to be true could have you squaring off against artsy types, and bizarre characters, and spiraling in Kafka-esque fashion. All for the chance to share just one tender moment with a wildly unhinged person who showed some interest in you, and yes, the labyrinthine quest is worth it.
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Degenerates Andy S and Brandon Bombay go till the break of dawn y'all to discuss their last School's Out movie of the season, 'Project X.' Bombay opens the episode by getting nostalgic about attending an out of control house party in high school where kids showed up with bats and crowbars to literally tear down a house. Then the fellas take a look at the found footage movie that is riddled with shots of nubile flesh, and problematic scenarios, but tackling the problematic both on film and in real life is where our expertise lies. A chaotic film that could almost be an ode to the TikTok era, but came out before the true proliferation of social media usage on cell phones. Not much to dissect in the way of narrative, as this relentless party movie was able to puncture the zeitgeist thanks in large part to a killer soundtrack that was emblematic of the time.
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Degenerates Andy S and Brandon Bombay are all-in on a pact to discuss the raunchy movie that repopularized R-rated teen comedies, 'American Pie.' Andy recalls his Finch moment in high school that involved having digestive issues in front of people in the middle of a wrestling match. Things don't get much cleaner as the boys dive into the movie that introduced the term "MILF" into the lexicon. A film overloaded with then-unknown talent, that was made on the hilarity of its script that featured a slew of unforgettable comedy moments. The movie basically opens with Stiffler chugging a splooge-filled beer, and Jim humping a freshly baked pie — and that's only the opening 30 minutes. It may have music that's as dated as the low-speed internet used to spy on the foreign exchange student is slow, but the movie is stocked with fleshed out characters who were more than just high school tropes. Much like 'American Pie,' our episode will have you nostalgic for all the good (and even the bad) times of your youth.
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Degenerates Andy S and Brandon Bombay chug a couple bottles of laundry detergent filled with beer to talk about one of the funniest high school movies of all-time, 'Superbad.' Bombay kicks things off by telling a story about when he was kicked out of a party while annihilated on malt liquor, and decided to leave with a bang. Then the guys discuss a movie filled to the brim with star-making roles from Michael Cera, Seth Rogen, Bill Hader, and Emma Stone, but is really the Jonah Hill show. Perhaps the pinnacle of the Judd Aptatow-verse run of the late 2000s, this bromance disguised as a raunchy teen comedy is packed with memorable quotes and scenes. We never wanted a true sequel, but a spin-off on the cops and McLovin could've been a treat. Grab your favorite phallic-shaped food for a snack, and "13 beers to go," and enjoy our latest School's Out episode.
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Degenerates Andy S and Brandon Bombay crack a sixer and head to the moontower to talk 'Dazed and Confused.' Andy starts off the nostalgia trip by recalling a senior prank that involved a bunch of live chickens, and a graduation party that ended with furniture being tossed out of a second story window. Then the fellas settle in to talk about the quintessential high school hang movie. A flick loaded with as many breakout performances as groovy needle drops. Naturally, this leads the hosts to a cruise down the memory lane strip where they talk bush parties, freshman dances, and coming home drunk as youngsters. It all just adds to the universality of Richard Linklater's hangout comedy, and shows that the movie is timeless and not just alright, alright, alright...
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Degenerates Andy S and Brandon Bombay imbibe in a little mescaline and give voice to their paranoid inner monologues to discuss 'Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas.' Andy indulges us with a story where he went full Gonzo by taking too much acid...and washed it down with even more acid at a Phish concert in Vegas with predictably disastrous results. Then the fellas smooth themselves out with a little ether to talk about Terry Gilliam's psychedelic celluloid trip. A movie that has a reputation as the ultimate drug-party movie, but is anything but a fun trip. A gruelling watch that perfectly encapsulates the ebbs and flows of overindulging on hallucinogens, but in the end mirrors a trip that gives you a little introspection. As your attorneys we insist you listen to the episode, which is best enjoyed being played on a tape deck while you soak in a hotel bathtub.
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