The Popcorn Diet returns with a mega movie grab bag episode looking at some of the most recent streaming releases. We offer no restraint on spoilers in discussing Tom Hanks' WWII Naval film Greyhound, Andy Samberg's time loop comedy Palm Springs, and Charlize Theron kicking so much ass in The Old Guard. David loves the villains you love to hate. Rick plays the time loop like a video game. All that and more!!
The Popcorn Diet is taking it one step at a time, and we're back with special guest movie buddy Leah Theodosis to discuss the outrageous new Will Ferrell/Rachel McAdams comedy on Netflix! Join us as we talk about what we've been during doing the quarantine, how this movie takes chances that pay off, and why it's the perfect movie at this point for everyone. Rick is on board the Dan Stevens express. Leah wants to see more Rachel McAdams in comedy. All that and more!!
The Popcorn Diet is taking it one step at a time, and this episode is all about looking back at what we've been watching during the global pandemic. First, we break down Capone and Tom Hardy's weird tendencies and impressive career. Then, we take a run through all of the different things we've been watching over the past few months. Rick loves it when action movie stars beat up children. David substitutes his stressful life for new content. All that and more!!
Sports Movie Month continues! The NHL Playoffs were scheduled to start on April 8th, and to celebrate what would have been, we're taking a look at one of our favorite hockey movies form our youth - D2: The Might Ducks. Join Rick and social guest good movie buddy Lindsey Friend as they breakdown hockey logistics, unsupervised children, and the jersey swapping. Rick keeps using basketball analogies because he doesn't know hockey as much. Lindsey goes to bat for Julie the Cat. All that and more!!
The Popcorn Diet is self isolating! Since there aren't many new movies, and aren't any sports, we decided that April should naturally be dedicated to SPORTS MOVIES! Sports Movie Month starts of celebrating what should have been MLB Opening Day by looking back at the prototypical baseball comedy: Major League! Join us as we discuss the classic film about those misfit Cleveland Indians, break down the best plays from Wild Thing and Willie Mays Hays, and pick our MVPs. Rick compares Major League to The Avengers. David looks for the realism in the game. All that and more!!
With the unprecedented state of the world in fighting off the Coronavirus Pandemic, The Popcorn Diet returns to talk about what to expect from the podcast in the coming weeks. Then, we offer the first episodes of our Franchises Refills series looking back at The Fast Saga. We talk The Fast and the Furious and go through our favorite parts. Rick reminds us that Honda Civics were popular as hell. David presents his dissertation on The Diner Fight scene. All that and more!!