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Welcome to the SPDM Crew! We're a podcast network geared for people who are looking to listen a variety of different podcasts from aspiring hosts. As a community, we strive to be supportive of one another, encourage experimentation, and take your podcast from an idea to reality. If you're interested in starting a podcast, what are you waiting for? Let's work together to see what kind of idea you have! Email spdmcrew@gmail.com to inquire about starting a podcast. Again, welcome to the SPDM crew and we look forward to bringing you new podcasts! Shout out to Jason Wilbur for our awesome logo!

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Yesterday · 33 min
Wasteland Retrospective - Kubo and the Two Strings (2016) and ParaNorman (2012) with Mike Hilty
This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by SPDM Crew creator Mike Hilty for a deep dive into two of the most visually stunning and emotionally powerful films from Laika Studios — the masters of stop-motion animation: 🎬 Films Discussed: Kubo and the Two Strings (2016) — directed by Travis Knight — Laika's most ambitious and visually breathtaking stop-motion animated film, set in ancient Japan and featuring an Oscar-nominated score ParaNorman (2012) — directed by Sam Fell & Chris Butler — Laika's beloved stop-motion horror comedy about a boy who can speak to the dead — perfect for Halloween season watching The Wasteland Retrospective is a weekly film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest each pick a related film to discuss together — spanning animation history, cult cinema, and hidden gems across every era of filmmaking Shane Conto — film critic, writer & YouTuber: 🌐 Website | ▶️ YouTube | 📸 Instagram | 🎵 TikTok | 🎥 Letterboxd Also hosts Wasteland Watchlist, Cinematic Wasteland, and Wasteland Spotlight on the SPDM Crew network Mike Hilty — SPDM Crew creator, TV & film enthusiast: 📸 Instagram | 📺 Serializd | 🎥 Letterboxd | ✍️ SiftPop Also hosts Family Movie Night, Sportsball, Mix CD, SPDM TV, and Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds on the SPDM Crew network. 🎙️ Subscribe to The Wasteland Retrospective podcast feed Have a film pairing suggestion or want to join the SPDM Crew? Email spdmcrew@gmail.com 📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.com 🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer Creative Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!
Wednesday · 1 hr 28 min
The Cinematic Wasteland - Episode #46: 1944: To Have and Have Not
The Cinematic Wasteland is where our passion for film leads you through cinema's history. This episode focuses on the year 1944 with...Film History Lesson for 1944 Box Office Breakdown for 1944 Breakdown of The 17th Academy Awards The Cinematic Wasteland Award for Best Picture, 1944 1944 Watchlist Discussion of the classic Bogart/Bacall film noir directed by Howard Hawks, To Have and Have Not (1944). Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and YouTuber! Check out his ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , his YouTube page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, The Wasteland Reviewer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and follow him on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Check out his other podcasts, Wasteland Retrospective, Wasteland Watchlist, and the Wasteland Spotlight on the SPDM Crew! Luke is a seasoned movie lover with my movie blog, Lost In Movies (⁠⁠⁠lostinmovies.co.uk). I am also a contributor on SiftPop and appear on the ⁠⁠⁠SiftPop Writers' Room⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠The Wasteland Retrospective⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠The Cinematic Wasteland⁠⁠⁠ podcasts. Adam Ritchie is the host of Screen Time with KerbRider podcast here on the SPDM Crew. Check out Adam's thoughts on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and check out his ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for movie updates! ⁠Subscribe to The Cinematic Wasteland individual feed⁠ If you're you're interested in being part of the SPDM Crew, send us an email at spdmcrew@gmail.com. Follow SPDM Crew on ⁠Instagram⁠, ⁠X⁠, Facebook, YouTube, and Blue Sky. Check out our website www.spdmcrew,com! Leave us a review and rate us 5 stars on your listening app of choice!
Wednesday · 23 min
SPDM TV - Skydance Merger
This week on SPDM TV, Mike Hilty goes over what he's watching and gives his thoughts on the New York Times article on the 100 Best Shows of the 21st Century 🎬 Continues Watching: Ted Lasso Season 4, Episode 9 Brothers Season 1, Episode 3 South Park Season 29, Episode 2 🎬 Rewatch The Paper Season 1, 🎬 Just Started: Scrubs Season 2, Episode 1-2 🎬 Just Finished: House of the Dragon Season 3 Lanterns Season 1 🎬 Other topic Paramount and Warner Bros-Discover merge to become Skydance Thoughts on the merger Mike Hilty is a TV and film enthusiast and fellow SPDM Crew podcaster. Connect with him here: 📸 Instagram 📺 Serializd 🎥 Letterboxd ✍️ Articles on SiftPop 🎙️ Subscribe to the SPDM TV podcast feed Have a TV show or topic you want Mike to cover, or want to join the SPDM Crew? Email us at spdmcrew@gmail.com 📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.com 🎵 Theme music by Evan Peters | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer Creative Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!
Tuesday · 23 min
Comix Corner with B-Lar and Danny P - Issue 111 - Special Tuesday Episode for Amazing Spider-Man #1000!
It's a special Tuesday edition of the Comix Corner Podcast with B-Lar and Danny P! This week the guys recap the Marvel Midnight Universe launch event and break down a massive week of comics headlined by Amazing Spider-Man #1000, the conclusion of the Queen in Black saga, and much more! So grab your pull list, settle in, and let’s talk comics! 👀 What We're Looking Forward To inclunding 🕷️ Amazing Spider-Man #1000 — Spider-Man's landmark anniversary issue delivers a major Aunt May revelation that changes everything — is this the biggest Spider-Man story in years? All the other stuff that is coming out Wednesday October 7th at midnight! FOC (Final Order Cutoff) Report — pre-order now before it's too late! New #1s hitting comic shops Wednesday 🌙 SPECIAL EVENT: Marvel Midnight Universe Launch — October 7th, 12–1 AM! Comix Corner is opening midnight for the Marvel Midnight Universe launch — Midnight Spider-Man, Midnight X-Men, and Midnight Fantastic Four! Vampires vs mutants begins! Stop by Fraser or Rochester Hills for exclusive midnight boxes and midnight posters! 🏪 Comix Corner — Your Local Michigan Comic Shop Two locations: Fraser, MI and Rochester Hills, MI They ship anywhere in the US and offer a comic book subscription club! 📘 Follow on Facebook for store news and events. 🛠️ Brought to you by the CLZ App — the ultimate tool for organizing your comic collection! Connect with the Hosts: B-Lar — Facebook | Instagram Danny P — Facebook 📲 Follow the Comix Corner Podcast: Facebook | X | Instagram 🎙️ Subscribe to the Comix Corner podcast feed Have a recommendation or collab idea? Email spdmcrew@gmail.com 📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedIn 🌐 www.spdmcrew.com Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app! READ WELL, EVERYBODY! 📚
Tuesday · 1 hr 57 min
Tolkien on Tap - Of the Rings of Power S1 E8
Kat joins Tara and Zay to discuss the finale of season 1 of Rings of Power, Zay gets a lot of love (deservedly) and we discuss the importance of rereading and rewatching. Grab a drink and enjoy. Almien! Tara Jo Nee is an avid Tolkien enthusiast sharing their love of Middle-earth with the world. 🌿 Linktree – More Tolkien Content Zay - https://www.threads.com/@theblerdydad Kat - https://www.threads.com/@katfinn7 🎙️ Subscribe to the Tolkien on Tap podcast feed on Spotify 🎨 Logo by Alida Mau — follow her work: Instagram | Threads | Bluesky Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!
Monday · 1 hr 3 min
BTB Movie Club - 267 - Tim's Pick - Stand By Me (1986)
This week on the BTB Movie Club podcast, Tim Larsen picks Stand by Me (1986) for the group to watch and discuss — Rob Reiner's timeless coming-of-age classic based on Stephen King's novella The Body, starring River Phoenix, Wil Wheaton, Jerry O'Connell & Corey Feldman in one of the greatest friendship films ever made! BTB Movie Club is a weekly movie podcast where Tim Larsen and friends — Ryan Malo, Dan Sears, Brian Larsen, Matt Smith, Mike Whildin, Aaron Lashbrook, and Mike Hilty — gather every Sunday night to review a movie they've each watched during the week. With nearly 200 films reviewed since 2020, there's something for every kind of movie fan. 🎬 Film Discussed: Stand by Me (1986) — directed by Rob Reiner Starring River Phoenix, Wil Wheaton, Jerry O'Connell & Corey Feldman Based on Stephen King's novella The Body Picked by Tim Larsen Genre: Coming of Age / Drama / 80s Classic One of the greatest Stephen King adaptations and coming-of-age films in cinema history 🎥 Follow the group's Letterboxd — nearly 200 films and counting! 🎙️ Subscribe to the BTB Movie Club podcast feed BTB Movie Club is part of the SPDM Crew podcast network. Have a movie suggestion or question? Email spdmcrew@gmail.com 📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | Bluesky 🎵 Theme music by The Bare Hambones | Logo by Nikki Larsen Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!
Monday · 14 min
Family Movie Night - Toy Story 5 (2026)
This week on Family Movie Night, Mike Hilty talks about the Toy Story series 🎬 What We Discussed: Opening Topic: Gatto trailer Breakdown Full reaction of the Gatto movie trailer Anticipation Level and what to expect? Movie: Toy Story 5 (2026) Anticipation level and how necessary are the post-Andy storylines What he liked, didn't like, and learned from the movie? One Last Thing: Ranking the Toy Story franchise Ranking his favorite Toy Story feature films Mike Hilty — TV, film & family entertainment enthusiast and SPDM Crew podcaster: 📸 Instagram | 📺 Serializd | 🎥 Letterboxd | ✍️ SiftPop Also hosts Mix CD, SPDM TV, Sportsball, and Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds on the SPDM Crew network. 🎬 Check out the Family Movie Night Letterboxd list 🎙️ Subscribe to the Family Movie Night podcast feed Have a family movie recommendation or want to join the SPDM Crew? Email spdmcrew@gmail.com 📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer Creative Studios Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!
Sunday · 5 min
Mix CD - Volume 100 - One Hit Wonders Part 5: the 1980s V1 (1980-1982)
This week on Mix CD, host Mike Hilty kicks off a brand new series — the ultimate deep dive into one hit wonders! In Part 1, Mike defines exactly what makes a one hit wonder, lays out his criteria, and then spotlights the best one hit wonders of the 1980s (1980-1982) — songs made popular by thanks to The Wedding Singer soundtrack, the last gasp of disco, and the mainstream introduction to Rap 🎵 This Episode: What is a one hit wonder? — Mike defines the criteria and settles the debate once and for all Best one hit wonders of the 1980s — iconic hits from 1980-1982, with catchy bops and weird classics Part 5 of Mike's ongoing one hit wonders through the decades series 🎧 Listen along with Mike's 80s One Hit Wonders (1980-1982) playlist on Apple Music Mike Hilty — TV, film & music enthusiast and SPDM Crew podcaster: 📸 Instagram | 📺 Serializd | 🎥 Letterboxd | ✍️ SiftPop Also hosts Family Movie Night, Sportsball, SPDM TV, and Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds on the SPDM Crew network. 🎙️ Subscribe to the Mix CD podcast feed Want to be a guest on Mix CD or join the SPDM Crew? Email spdmcrew@gmail.com 📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.com 🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer Creative Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!
Sunday · 21 min
Wasteland Watchlist - Episode 110 - Doctor Dolittle (1967) with Luke Burian
This week on The Wasteland Watchlist, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by film blogger and SPDM Crew podcaster Luke Burian to discuss the grand, ambitious Best Picture nominated fantasy musical Doctor Dolittle (1967) — starring Rex Harrison in the iconic role of the doctor who talks to animals, based on Hugh Lofting's beloved book series! 🎬 Film Discussed: Doctor Dolittle (1967) — directed by Richard Fleischer Starring Rex Harrison, Samantha Eggar & Anthony Newley Based on Hugh Lofting's classic Doctor Dolittle book series Academy Award Best Picture nominee — won 2 Oscars including Best Original Song Genre: Fantasy Musical / Family Film / Classic Hollywood / Literary Adaptation One of the most ambitious and troubled Hollywood productions of the 1960s The Wasteland Watchlist is a film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest randomly select from his ever-growing watchlist for discussion — spanning classic musicals, literary adaptations, and hidden gems across every era of filmmaking. Shane Conto — film critic, writer & YouTuber: 🌐 Website | ▶️ YouTube | 📸 Instagram | 🎥 Letterboxd Also hosts Wasteland Retrospective, Wasteland Spotlight, and Cinematic Wasteland on the SPDM Crew network. Luke Burian — film writer, blogger & podcaster: 🌐 Lost in Movies | ✍️ SiftPop | 🎙️ Flix and Chill | 🎙️ The Cinematic Wasteland | 🎙️ SiftPop Writers' Room 🎙️ Subscribe to The Wasteland Watchlist podcast feed Want to help Shane clear his watchlist or join the SPDM Crew? Email spdmcrew@gmail.com 📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.com 🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer Creative Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!
October 1 · 26 min
Wasteland Retrospective - 9 to 5 (1980) and The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (1982) with Jess Conto
This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by Jess Conto for a double dose of the one and only Dolly Parton — two iconic musical comedies that cemented her status as one of Hollywood's most beloved stars: 🎬 Films Discussed: 9 to 5 (1980) — directed by Colin Higgins, starring Dolly Parton, Jane Fonda & Lily Tomlin — the beloved workplace comedy that became a feminist classic and spawned one of the most iconic songs in history The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (1982) — directed by Colin Higgins, starring Dolly Parton & Burt Reynolds — the Broadway musical adaptation that gave Dolly one of her most memorable film roles The Wasteland Retrospective is a weekly film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest each pick a related film to discuss together — spanning cult comedies, musical cinema, and hidden gems across every era of filmmaking. Shane Conto — film critic, writer & YouTuber: 🌐 Website | ▶️ YouTube | 📸 Instagram | 🎵 TikTok | 🎥 Letterboxd Also hosts Wasteland Watchlist, Wasteland Spotlight, and Cinematic Wasteland on the SPDM Crew network. 🎙️ Subscribe to The Wasteland Retrospective podcast feed Have a film pairing suggestion or want to join the SPDM Crew? Email spdmcrew@gmail.com 📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.com 🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer Creative Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!
September 30 · 29 min
Comix Corner with B-Lar and Danny P - Issue 110 - A Tribute to Peter Cullen and Avengers: Endgame Encore
Welcome to Episode 110 of the Comix Corner Podcast with B-Lar and Danny P! This week the guys cover the Avengers: Endgame re-release, a heartfelt tribute to Peter Cullen and the Transformers 40th Anniversary, the Lanterns HBO finale, Supergirl, the upcoming Clayface horror film — plus all the usual comic reviews, FOC picks, and new releases! So grab your pull list, settle in, and let’s talk comics! 📚 What We're Reading 👀 What We're Looking Forward To 📋 FOC (Final Order Cutoff) Report — pre-order now before it's too late! 🆕 New #1 Issues Spotlight — the biggest new series hitting comic shops this week! 🌙 SPECIAL EVENT: Midnight Opening — October 7th, 12–1 AM!Comix Corner is opening midnight for the Marvel Midnight Universe launch — Midnight Spider-Man, Midnight X-Men, and Midnight Fantastic Four! Vampires vs mutants begins! Stop by Fraser or Rochester Hills for midnight boxes and exclusive midnight posters 🏪 Comix Corner — Your Local Michigan Comic Shop Two locations: Fraser, MI and Rochester Hills, MI They ship anywhere in the US and offer a comic book subscription club! 📘 Follow on Facebook for store news and events. 🛠️ Brought to you by the CLZ App — the ultimate tool for organizing your comic collection! Connect with the Hosts: B-Lar — Facebook | Instagram Danny P — Facebook 📲 Follow the Comix Corner Podcast: Facebook | X | Instagram 🎙️ Subscribe to the Comix Corner podcast feed Have a comic book recommendation, topic, or collab idea? Email spdmcrew@gmail.com 📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedIn 🌐 www.spdmcrew.com Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app! READ WELL, EVERYBODY! 📚
September 30 · 1 hr 22 min
Popcorn & Perspective - Episode 19 - Signed, Sealed, Infected: Reviewing Resident Evil
This week on Popcorn & Perspective, Chantal and Chris (The Hazel Eyed Movie Guy) dive deep into the brand new Resident Evil (2026) — the latest reboot of the beloved video game franchise directed by Zach Cregger (Barbarian). Is this finally the Resident Evil movie fans of the games have been waiting for? ⚠️ Full spoiler discussion — you've been warned! 🎮 Resident Evil (2026) — Full Review & Discussion: Starring Austin Abrams as Bryan — a medical courier who accidentally walks into the Raccoon City outbreak Also featuring Zach Cherry, Carlyle Ruse & Paul Walter Hauser! 📺 What Chantal and Chris are watching Chantal — cinephile and film writer: 🐦 X | 📸 Instagram | 🎥 Letterboxd | ✍️ SiftPop Chris (The Hazel Eyed Movie Guy) — avid film lover: 🎵 TikTok | 🐦 X | 🎥 Letterboxd 🎙️ Subscribe to the Popcorn & Perspective podcast feed Questions, topic ideas, or want to be a guest? 📧 chantal.ashford@hotmail.com | 📧 TheHazeleyedmovieguy@yahoo.com Want to collaborate or join the SPDM Crew? Email spdmcrew@gmail.com 📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!
September 29 · 19 min
SPDM TV - NYT's 100 Best Shows of the 21st Century
This week on SPDM TV, Mike Hilty goes over what he's watching and gives his thoughts on the New York Times article on the 100 Best Shows of the 21st Century 🎬 Continues Watching: Lanterns Season 1, Episode 7 Ted Lasso Season 4, Episode 8 House of the Dragon Season 3, Episode 4-5 🎬 Just Started: Brothers Season 1, Episode 1-2 Ted Season 2 Episode 1-2 Youth Season 1, Episode 1-3 🎬 Just Finished: Chad Powers Season 2 Widow's Bay Season 1 🎬 Other topic New York Times' 100 Best Shows of the 21st Century Mike gives his stats for how much he's watched and what he still needs to watch What are some shows that were snubbed? Mike Hilty is a TV and film enthusiast and fellow SPDM Crew podcaster. Connect with him here: 📸 Instagram 📺 Serializd 🎥 Letterboxd ✍️ Articles on SiftPop 🎙️ Subscribe to the SPDM TV podcast feed Have a TV show or topic you want Mike to cover, or want to join the SPDM Crew? Email us at spdmcrew@gmail.com 📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.com 🎵 Theme music by Evan Peters | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer Creative Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!
September 29 · 20 min
BTB Does D&D - Campaign 5 - The Battle Ends
Welcome back to BTB Shorts: BTB Does D&D — the Dungeons & Dragons actual play spin-off from the BTB Movie Club! This is it, adventurers — the battle of Vogler concludes! Can our crew finally take down the Half-Ogre and his remaining mercenaries? Spoiler: somebody gets cut in half. Vertically. ⚔️ Episode 5 — The Battle Ends (Finally!): The battle of Vogler is over. Will the party celebrate over ale or will they recover in shame? BTB Shorts: BTB Does D&D is the ongoing D&D actual play campaign set in the classic Dragonlance world of Krynn with Dungeon Master Matt Smith running the show. New to the series? Start from Episode 1 and meet the party! 🎙️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to the BTB Shorts feed here Have a question or suggestion? Email spdmcrew@gmail.com 📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.com 🎵 Theme music by The Bare Hambones | Logo by Nikki Larsen Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!
September 28 · 1 hr 18 min
Leitmotif and Movement: A Father and Son Musical Journey Podcast - Episode 57 - Mastodon's "Marrow Deep"
Welcome to the rock history class you actually want to take! In this deeply moving and electrifying 57th installment, Mike and Michael balance crushing progressive heavy metal with raw emotional catharsis as they navigate a journey through profound personal loss, sonic evolution, and infectious pop-soul joy. We jumpstart the episode with The Art of Discovery, highlighting three groundbreaking independent acts carving out brilliant spaces in the underground scene: Indiana's relentless, hard-hitting metalcore powerhouse Remnants The intricate, atmosphere-drenched instrumental post-rock soundscapes of California’s The Mantra Discord The trippy, heavy, groove-infused psychedelic metal force EverFelt hailing from Illinois From there, we brace ourselves for our main feature: an extensive, track-by-track dissection of Mastodon’s emotionally charged masterpiece, "Marrow Deep." Together, we analyze the sheer brilliance and vulnerability of this record, breaking down how the fiery, genre-spanning guitar work of Bill Kelliher and guest Nick Johnston is anchored flawlessly by the steady, unsung bass lines of Troy Sanders and the awe-inspiring, Peart-esque drum mastery and career-defining vocal performance of Brann Dailor. Finally, we pivot to Michael’s Journey to explore the timeless, irresistible energy of Hall & Oates' 1980 pop-soul classic, "You Make My Dreams (Come True)." We dive into the song’s origins and its iconic Yamaha CP-30 keyboard intro, celebrate Daryl Hall’s soaring vocal hooks alongside John Oates’ crisp rhythm guitar, and share a fun, toe-tapping reflection on the pure, uninhibited joy and rockabilly-infused pop craftsmanship that make this track an immortal earworm. Press play and join the journey through rhythm, movement, and rock history! (00:00:00) - Intro/What Have You Been Listening to this Week? (00:06:39) - The Art of Discovery (00:07:05) - Remnants "Bend // Break" (00:11:30) - The Mantra Discord "Vanishing from the Mountains Pt. 1 & Pt. 2" (00:18:56) - EverFelt "Sludge" (00:25:13) - Main Topic: Breaking Down Mastodon's brand new release, "Marrow Deep" (01:04:55) - Question for the Audience (01:05:29) - Can't Wait (01:08:00) - Michael's Journey: Discussing Hall & Oates' "You Make My Dreams (Come True)" (01:16:21) - On the Next Episode (01:16:33) - Contact Info/Outro OTHER BAND MENTIONS: Dreadnought, Mother Of Millions, Anthrax, Nonpoint, Borknagar, Stabbing Westward, Cob & Buckethead, The Ocean, Amon Amarth, Miss May I, Butcher Babies, Caspian, SatchVai, Seven Wilson, Dredg CONNECT WITH & SUPPORT US · Connect With Us & Follow the Show: [https://tinyurl.com/yt48wp3z] · Leave a 5-star review on Apple/Spotify! · Want to be featured on The Art of Discovery? Send us a message! Recorded on 09/19/2026
September 28 · 2 hr 5 min
Tolkien on Tap - Of the Rings of Power S1 E7 (I Like Big Boats!)
Jan and Joe join Tara, Christ, and Zay to discuss season 1 episode 7 of the Rings of Power...Jane really really likes big boats and she has a complaint to lodge with Númenor and there's a special surprise in the middle of the episode. Grab a drink and enjoy. Almien! Tara Jo Nee is an avid Tolkien enthusiast sharing their love of Middle-earth with the world. 🌿 Linktree – More Tolkien Content Christ - https://www.threads.com/@thelastmallorn Zay - https://www.threads.com/@theblerdydad Jane - https://www.threads.com/@janeellen17 Joe - https://www.threads.com/@terranware 🎙️ Subscribe to the Tolkien on Tap podcast feed on Spotify 🎨 Logo by Alida Mau — follow her work: Instagram | Threads | Bluesky Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!
September 28 · 12 min
Family Movie Night - Ice Age (2002)
This week on Family Movie Night, Mike Hilty talks about the Ice Age series and dinosaurs! 🎬 What We Discussed: So......where have we been? Opening Topic: Ice Age: Boiling Point trailer Breakdown Full reaction of the Ice Age: Boiling Point movie trailer What else can this franchise do? Movie: Ice Age (2002) Did this movie come out at the wrong time, right after Monsters, Inc.? What he liked, didn't like, and learned from the movie? One Last Thing: Favorite Animated Dinosaurs Ranking his favorite films that featured animated dinosaurs Mike Hilty — TV, film & family entertainment enthusiast and SPDM Crew podcaster: 📸 Instagram | 📺 Serializd | 🎥 Letterboxd | ✍️ SiftPop Also hosts Mix CD, SPDM TV, Sportsball, and Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds on the SPDM Crew network. 🎬 Check out the Family Movie Night Letterboxd list 🎙️ Subscribe to the Family Movie Night podcast feed Have a family movie recommendation or want to join the SPDM Crew? Email spdmcrew@gmail.com 📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer Creative Studios Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!
September 27 · 1 hr 35 min
Flix and Chill - S2E17 - Philadelphia Film Festival, Godzilla Minus Zero and 2026 So Far!
In this episode, Shane (wastelandshane on Letterboxd) and I (⁠inMoviesLost⁠ on Letterboxd) discuss Shane's invitation to the Philadelphia Film Festival, the latest trailer for Godzilla Minus Zero, and what 2026 has brought so far! I am a seasoned movie lover, who can talk about films for hours. I am also a contributor on SiftPop (⁠https://www.siftpop.com/?s=luke+burian⁠) and appear on ⁠The Wasteland Retrospective⁠, ⁠The Cinematic Wasteland⁠ and SiftPop Writers' Room podcasts and a couple of other podcasts infrequently. Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and YouTuber! All his online presence can be found here https://linktr.ee/WastelandReviewer. Check out his other podcasts, Wasteland Watchlist, Streaming Wasteland, The Cinematic Wasteland, The Wasteland Retrospective and The Wasteland Vintage Roadshow, on the SPDM Crew of Podcasts! 🎙️ Subscribe to the Flix and Chill podcast feed Shout out to Kristofer Twadell for the awesome theme music!
September 27 · 8 min
Mix CD - Volume 99 - One Hit Wonders Part 4: the 1970s V2 (1976-1979)
This week on Mix CD, host Mike Hilty kicks off a brand new series — the ultimate deep dive into one hit wonders! In Part 1, Mike defines exactly what makes a one hit wonder, lays out his criteria, and then spotlights the best one hit wonders of the 1970s (1976-1979) — songs made popular by the advent of disco, movies, and the start of the music video age 🎵 This Episode: What is a one hit wonder? — Mike defines the criteria and settles the debate once and for all Best one hit wonders of the 1970s — iconic hits from 1976-1979, dominated by rock and disco Part 3 of Mike's ongoing one hit wonders through the decades series 🎧 Listen along with Mike's 70s One Hit Wonders (1976-1979) playlist on Apple Music Mike Hilty — TV, film & music enthusiast and SPDM Crew podcaster: 📸 Instagram | 📺 Serializd | 🎥 Letterboxd | ✍️ SiftPop Also hosts Family Movie Night, Sportsball, SPDM TV, and Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds on the SPDM Crew network. 🎙️ Subscribe to the Mix CD podcast feed Want to be a guest on Mix CD or join the SPDM Crew? Email spdmcrew@gmail.com 📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.com 🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer Creative
September 27 · 16 min
Wasteland Watchlist - Episode 109 - Mickey and the Beanstalk (1947) with Mike Hilty
This week on The Wasteland Watchlist, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by SPDM Crew creator Mike Hilty to revisit the beloved classic Disney animated short Mickey and the Beanstalk (1947) — the charming Disney adaptation of Jack and the Beanstalk featuring Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck & Goofy that has delighted generations of fans! 🎬 Film Discussed: Mickey and the Beanstalk (1947) — produced by Walt Disney Featuring Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck & Goofy Originally released as part of Fun and Fancy Free (1947) Based on the classic fairy tale Jack and the Beanstalk Genre: Classic Disney Animation / Family Film / Golden Age Hollywood One of the most beloved Disney animated shorts of the Golden Age of Animation The Wasteland Watchlist is a film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest randomly select from his ever-growing watchlist for discussion — spanning classic animation, Disney history, and hidden gems across every era of filmmaking. Shane Conto — film critic, writer & YouTuber: 🌐 Website | ▶️ YouTube | 📸 Instagram | 🎥 Letterboxd Also hosts Wasteland Retrospective, Wasteland Spotlight, and Cinematic Wasteland on the SPDM Crew network. Mike Hilty — SPDM Crew creator, TV & film enthusiast: 📸 Instagram | 📺 Serializd | 🎥 Letterboxd 🎙️ Subscribe to The Wasteland Watchlist podcast feed Want to help Shane clear his watchlist or join the SPDM Crew? Email spdmcrew@gmail.com 📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.com 🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer Creative Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

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