The day we turn 350 is a truly great one as we are taken over by the wonderful trio AMANDA FISHER, ALLISON OBERG & LIZ WILSON! The guys take a backseat to answer some questions about the show and some regrets, then the ladies discuss pop culture that passes the Bechdel test, followed by an impassioned review of Taylor Swift’s new double album The T…

Thomas, Chris, & Dusty talk about the victims of Andrew Cunanan and the novel Tales of the City by Armistead Maupin.

Between the last episode and this one, information got misconstrued and now here we are devoting an episode to a full review of of 2011's SUCKER PUNCH: EXTENDED CUT. YAY!Also on this exceedingly silly episode, we talk about: 3 Body Problem (Netflix series), Lowlifes (2024 Tubi Original film), a recent quinceanera attendance, Janice's love/misunders…

Today’s show was recorded on Sunday, April 7. We assume we were raptured during the solar eclipse on Monday, April 8*. To the heathens who listen to our show and worship us as false gods, we have scheduled this recording to air as usual on Tuesday, April 9. Please enjoy the following topics as you writhe in your self-inflicted filth amongst the dev…

This week Thomas, Chris, and Dusty discuss Pope Francis admitting to 'grave errors' and the rise of Billie Eilish.

Let's take some calls from strangers. What could go wrong?על ידי Steven Fisher & Brent Hibbard

Today, we're joined by our first guests of 2024, LIZ WILSON, ALLISON OBERG, & AMANDA FISHER (a.k.a. the Stuff Talkers) to discuss 2023's mega-hit film, BARBIE!We discuss the film's impressive cast, it's feminist messaging, the featured music, the distinction between a boy's toy movie and a girl's toy movie, Greta Gerwig's Oscar snub for Best Direct…

Today we hit up another Pop Culture Catch-Up as we discuss Tubi’s rebranding, dueling banjos, Erin Brockovich (2000) and whether Julia Roberts and Geena Davis are the same person, Walk of Shame (2014) and the weird way some movies completely disappear, and, of course, tan toothpaste!——————————————————————To see images of the stuff discussed, look a…

Join us today as we talk about 1997's anti-bug science fiction cult-classic, STARSHIP TROOPERS (SPOILERS)! We discuss the surprising angle of satirizing military propaganda, how well the visual effects hold up, the authoritative score, white Argentinians, & more!We also talk about Saved by the Bell (TV show), Helldivers II (video game), our new fav…

After some technical issues, some stray dog shenanigans, and a week of LIFE coming straight at our faces we finally get together for a wacky & weird Pop Culture Catch-Up episode for the ages! We talk about The Crystal Caves by The Magic Puzzle Company, Resident Alien (tv series) and the great Alan Tudyk, Strike Force Five (podcast) and making fun o…

This week Thomas, Chris, & Dusty kiki about gay stuff and the icon that is Barbie and the book No One Can Know by Kate Alice Marshall.

What’s that in the sky? It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s… Super Jean Jacket! Today we discuss Jordan Peele’s third feature film NOPE (2022)! We talk about the unique day for night cinematography, that Jordan Peele mystery and ambiance we crave, and how a second viewing really helped us both appreciate this movie! We also talk about a Barbwire X Capt…

On today's show, we do a HARD PIVET away from the Turtle-related festivities of the last episode & instead veer into the world of sparkly vamps!That's right, we begin our journey through the Twilight Saga by discussing the film that started it all, 2008's 'TWILIGHT' (SPOILERS), as voted by *YOU*, the listener!We also discuss the Netflix series 'Lov…

This week Thomas, Chris, and Dusty discuss writer, poet, and activist Alice Walker and dive into the career and controversy of Megan Thee Stallion.

COWABUNGA DUDES! We start off the Year of the Turt’ where it all began with the original indie black and white comic book! That’s right, we read Eastman and Laird’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Vol. 1 featuring the 7 original issues plus the Raphael and Michaelangelo one-shots!We talk about conspiracies, otters as judges, and whether April O’Neil i…

LET'S-A GO! Today we reconvene to discuss 2023's CGI-animated epic, THE SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE (SPOILERS)! Join us as we discuss Illumination's approach to adapting Nintendo's mascot into a full-fledged box office hit, the various vocal performances of the star-studded cast, the music of the film, the many easter eggs of the movie, & how this movi…

Is this the best video game movie ever made? Well it was certainly the first! Join us today as we battle tiny-headed goombas, slime-covered underground cityscapes, and more when we discuss 1993’s SUPER MARIO BROS! We also finally talk about the late-released Beatles’ song ‘Now and Then’, holiday stuffing flavored chips, and the Creedence Clearwater…

On today's show, the Upstart Uptarts catch up on some movies they've seen recently, discuss a major addition to the Public Domain, talk about some films they've given up on, reveal the true history of Abraham Lincoln, & much more!Stuff discussed: Brent’s 2023 Film Trilogy recap, Extraction & Extraction 2 (Netflix), Citizen Toxie: The Toxic Avenger …

In what some are calling an act of pure lunacy, the LTASsholes have made the bold choice to begin 2024 by discussing 1990’s ‘GREMLINS 2: THE NEW BATCH’!We discuss the updated visuals for the titular gremlins, Jerry Goldsmith’s score, the animated Looney Tunes segments, the meta-interruptions, a surprising trash-Metal transformation, Christopher Lee…

Join us today for a belated Christmas-tinged episode as we discuss 1984's 'GREMLINS', our Top 3 Favorite Christmas Movies & more!Stuff discussed: 'Fruitcake' (song by The Superions), fruitcake (the food), The Toxic Avenger 1-3, our pets feelings toward the titular Gremlins, differences between early drafts of the movie's script & the final film, th…

We're back with our final Pop Culture Catch-Up of the year and are ready to discuss more songs from when we (and our listeners) were growing up, the movement to make the flute cool, 'sounding', Italian Netflix, & a remarkably unique substitute teacher.Stuff discussed: Demi Lovato - 'Holy Fvck' & 'Revamped' (albums), Sex Education (Sn4 - Netflix), B…

This week Thomas, Dusty, and Chris talk about the Lopton adoption and the novel Daubed in Darkness

We finally get our technology under control and are glad to present our 10 year anniversary review of The Airborne Toxic Event’s 2013 album SUCH HOT BLOOD!We also discuss The B-52’s, Steven’s Spotify Wrapped, 'New Blue Sun' by André 3000, and Thundergong!——————————————————————Go here to get some LTAS Merch: tee.pub/lic/huI4z_dwRsILetsTalkAboutStuff…

Well to be completely honest today was a shit show. We aimed for the stars with an epic anniversary album review and technology failed us miserably. So we pivoted to this quick and unhinged episode instead! Enjoy our shenanigans and join us next week as we hope to have our tech issues solved! Stuff discussed: Music to listen to when you’re angry, G…

Today we're joined by YouTube sensation & podcast host DANIEL EPLER ('The Cobwebs Channel' / 'The Cobwebs Podcast') to discuss various bits of pop culture celebrating anniversaries in 2023!We also have Daniel run through the pop culture gauntlet known as "The Liz List", learn about his foray into starting a YouTube channel, discuss Thanksgiving sna…

Today we welcome back Steven’s awesome nephew Christian Cook for a behind the scenes discussion of their short film series THE HAUNT IS ALIVE (2023)! Pretty much the entire conversation is about the making of the short film series, the ideas behind it, some technical aspects, and lots of fun stories about the entire process of making a low budget H…

We had more spooky stuff to discuss than could be contained in October, so join us today as we discuss the pop culture that we couldn't fit into last month. That's right, it's time for our annual HORROR HODGEPODGE episode! Spooky stuff discussed includes:Recapping our 2023 Halloweens, the 988 Crisis Hotline*, the Monster Mash Remix cereal, The Terr…

This week Thomas, Chris, and Dusty discuss the musical talents of Troy Sivan and Kate Brown's historic election victory as the Governor of Oregon.

Steven’s wife Amanda joins us as we end our October spooky season with a MONSTER-sized episode discussing 1978’S ‘HALLOWEEN’, 1981’s ‘HALLOWEEN II’, 1998’s ‘HALLOWEEN: H20’, and 2002’s ‘HALLOWEEN: RESURRECTION’! Spoilers throughout, starting at 21:35!We discuss Josh Hartnett’s haircut, LL Cool J and Busta Rhymes being cool as shit, the different Mi…

On today's show, we delve into the 1973 Horror classic, 'THE EXORCIST' (41:36 / SPOILERS - 54:42)! We discuss the style of filmmaking in 1973 compared to today, the religious aspect of the movie, the missing crab-walking scene, wasting pea soup, Pazuzu's unit, & so much more!Other stuff discussed includes: Houston's ZooBoo, Taylor Swift: The Eras T…

On today’s show, we’re joined by brand-new friend of the show & body-horror connoisseur, CHASE CHAPA, to discuss the 1982 John Carpenter horror-classic ‘THE THING’, but before that, we discuss it’s 2011 prequel…also titled ‘THE THING’*!We also get to know Chase and his surprising entry movie into the Horror genre, talk about some recent concert exp…

On today's special bonus episode, ROSS LICKTEIG joins us for a crossover review** with 'The NüDis Colony' podcast to talk about Parts 1, 2, & 3 of the iconic horror franchise, FRIDAY THE 13TH (14:21)! We discuss our history with the franchise, the evolution of Jason Voorhees as a horror movie slasher, 3D gimmickry, the 'taint-down take-down' kill, …

We continue our Spooky Season with George A. Romero’s 1968 classic NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD! We talk about bees and butts, we design our own slasher cereal, and we discover how Georgia Romero got her groove back! We also discuss The Final Terror (1983), The Dead Don’t Die (2019), and Steven’s 3-part Halloween countdown short film THE HAUNT IS ALIVE…

Join us today as we officially kickstart Spooky Season by discussing 2006’s CGI-animated MONSTER HOUSE! We talk about the Amblin feel of the movie, the style of animation used, the backstory of the titular house, the Monster House comic book that ties into the film, & more!We also discuss Coca-Cola Creations Limited Edition Y3000, Blumhouse’s Compe…

This week Thomas, Dusty and Chris discuss the book Out of Touch by Michael Sarias and revist the topic LGBTQ+ History month.

We finish out September with one final Pop Culture Catch-Up, discuss Steven’s recent travel shenanigans, and reveal our scary October schedule!Media discussed: Robocop (1987), Robocop 2 (1990), Robocop 3 (1993), Weird: The Al Yankovic Story (2022 Roku), Robocop (2014), Bank of Dave (2023), Kinky Boots (2005), Elemental (2023), Miguel Wants To Fight…

Today we again catch-up on pop culture, discuss Pepsi's rebranding, how much we'd pay for Skittles, the best way to smuggle pizza & more!Media discussed: Mission: Impossible 1- 6 - 14:53, I Am Groot (Disney+), The Little Mermaid (2023), The Fablemans (2022), 5-25-77 (2022), You Hurt My Feelings (2023), & Nimona (Netflix film)!——————————————————————…

This week Thomas, Chris, and Dusty discuss the artistry of Ethel Caine and craft of Tyler Perry.

Join us in-between vacations as we discuss gambling, updates to the podcast, and some pop culture we've gotten into, including: Fruitman Special (Harvey Comics), The Flash (2023 film), the album 'Punk Tactics' by Joey Valence and Brae, Joy Ride (2023), Cloverfield (2008), 10 Cloverfield Lane (2016), & War of the Worlds (2005)!All this, PLUS Brent s…

Today we have a huge pop culture catch-up wrapped up in a tiny package! Steven is still a little sick so we keep it short and sweet but it’s a good one! We talk about all of these fine things: Only Murders in the Building Sn 3 (Hulu), the Friday the 13th franch, M3GAN (2022), Shuna's Journey (manga/storybook by Hayao Miyazaki), It Chapter I (2017) …

MIYAZAugust draws to a close as we're re-joined by ALLISON OBERG to discuss the 1988 classic film, MY NEIGHBOR TOTORO (30:44 / SPOILERS - 35:53) & rank all 5 of the Miyazaki films we've watched for the month!Other stuffs: Red, White & Royal Blue (Prime Video), 10 Years With Hayao Miyazaki (NHK World Japan docuseries)*, Cuban Fury (2014), being summ…

On today's show, MITCH OLIVER ('The Druid's Hand', The Terror Table podcast) joins us once again to discuss Miyazaki's 2008 film, PONYO (1:11:49 / SPOILERS - 1:23:30)! We delve into the difference in animation style from Miyazaki's other films, the star-studded voice cast, Ponyo's stalker-like qualities, & more!Also discussed: The Ip Man tetralogy,…

We welcome back frequent guest and friend DANIEL SANCHEZ as we continue our journey of MIYAZAugust, discussing 2001’s SPIRITED AWAY (41:32, 57:37 SPOILERS)! We talk about our desire to be animators, our first experiences with anime, and if we think we can milk a radish man!We also discuss these fine things: Us inadvertently stealing the MIYAZAugust…

This week Thomas, Chris, and Dusty discuss Hari Nef's rising star and the career of the legendary Debra Messing.

Returning guest & Miyazaki fan, DAVE ROBERTS (from the 'Generation Animation' & 'Eerie International' podcasts)joins us to discuss Hayao Miyazaki's 2004 film 'HOWL'S MOVING CASTLE' (46:36 / SPOILERS - 1:03:16)! We delve into Miyazaki's approach to animation, the surprising voice cast, the anti-war theme of the movie, elder women climbing stairs for…

Today we set sail on a five-week journey to understand the beauty of Studio Ghibli films during our quest of MIYAZAugust! We begin our journey with 1997’S PRINCESS MONONOKE (30:44, 48:06 SPOILERS)! We give our impressions of what these movies might entail based on titles and posters alone, we discuss bumper stickers in 1997, and we delight in the w…

On today's show, we discuss the 2007 cult-classic film HOT ROD (42:00 - SPOILERS)! We dive into the SNL-heavy cast, the absurdity of the plot, Rod's hilarious failed stunts, & so much more!Also discussed: 65 (2023), Get Him to the Greek (2010), the Bill & Ted Trilogy, the recent update to the podcast & reveal our theme for August!Outtakes: 1:37:46—…

This week Thomas, Dusty, & Chris talk about the release of Madonna's debut album 'Madonna' and the book "Sapphire Spring" by C. Travis Rice.

Today we join our good friend (we wish) Jason Segel on an incredible Hawaiian getaway with 2008’s FORGETTING SARAH MARSHALL (51:28, SPOILERS at 1:04:11)! We discuss the freshest cereal, Tulsa’s own Bill Hader, and puppet love!All that plus: more 311, The Warriors (1979), 65 (2023), Sausage Party (2016), Goosebumps (2015 film), and Brent sneaks in a…

Hi, listener. It’s your pals at LTAS. Look, we’re gonna level with you: today’s episode is…not great. But we do our best to fight through it & discuss some pop culture, including:The bands 311 & The Offspring, Grease (1978) - Sing-Along version, the Cobwebs YouTube channel/podcast hosted by Daniel Epler, Flamin’ Hot (2023 Disney+), Consecration (20…