The Test of Time

After getting caught with drugs, a teenager is sent to prep school by his strict father. Listen as we discuss movie trailer phone etiquette, evil blonde boys, and how James feels about 1970s rock. Then we see if Outside Providence stands the Test of Time.

Three aspiring rockers use toy guns to take over a radio station in the hope of getting their music played. Special guest Jason Allen joins us to discuss Band-Aids on nipple rings, our favorite overture, and the heavy metal band that boosted Vin Diesel's career. Then we find out if Airheads stands the Test of Time.

To inherit $300 million, a minor league ballplayer needs to spend $30 million in one month. Join us as we chat about the lesson Hollywood learned from Twisters, a private lunch with Mariah Carey, and a waste of Rick Moranis. Then we find out if Brewster’s Millions stands the Test of Time.

After an injury, a homebound man becomes convinced that one of his neighbors is a murderer. Listen as we discuss a Deadpool & Wolverine warning, Alan's OnlyFans page, and a suspicious photographer who doesn’t take any pictures. Then we find out if Rear Window stands the Test of Time.

An irreverent radio DJ brings his unique sense of humor to soldiers in Vietnam. Listen as we chat about learning English from a fast talker, not knowing the Marx Brothers, and guys who think they’re funny but really aren't. Then we find out if Good Morning, Vietnam stands the Test of Time.

After his mother dies, a young man comes home and faces his past. Listen as we discuss the Nintendo World Champion, an aversion to medical-related fiction, and how to take advantage of generous exchange policies. Then we find out if Garden State stands the Test of Time.

A teenager in the San Fernando Valley is torn between her boyfriend and a Hollywood punk. Filmmaker and author Kevin Smokler joins us to chat about cheap music education, meaty roles for parents in teen movies, and different types of star-crossed lovers. Like, we’re for sure gonna find out if Valley Girl stands the Test of Time.

An estranged husband and wife work together as they chase powerful tornadoes. Listen as we chat about Cracker Jack QR codes, strong coaxial cables, and scientists on a box of Wheaties. Then we find out if Twister stands the Test of Time.

To stop a counterfeiting ring, Axel Foley infiltrates an amusement park. Listen as we talk about James’ beautiful beard, the details of dollars, and the fun part of sending interoffice memos. Then we find out if Beverly Hills Cop III stands the Test of Time.

Axel Foley returns to Beverly Hills to solve a series of violent crimes. Join us as we chat about the trouble with making sequels, shooting virtual reality guns, and keeping vitamins in a paper bag. Then we find out if Beverly Hills Cop II stands the Test of Time.

A Detroit police officer investigates the murder of his best friend in Beverly Hills. Listen as we chat about Eddie Murphy’s laugh, sequels on streamers, and saying "I love you" to your bro. Then we find out if Beverly Hills Cop stands the Test of Time.

A private eye investigates a complex web of deceit, corruption, and murder. Listen as we chat about shockingly expensive concert tickets, a comically small gun, and the difference between a scar and an open wound. Forget it, James... it’s a podcast to see if Chinatown stands the Test of Time.

The brothers of a rowdy fraternity drink, party, and try not to get expelled. Special guests Rich Noah and Paul Brief—our dads!—join us to chat about John Belushi’s eyebrows, a freeze-frame heart attack, and getting an A in lobotomy. Fat, drunk, and stupid is no way to find out if National Lampoon's Animal House stands the Test of Time.

Mad Max fights for his life, and the lives of young plane crash survivors. Listen as we discuss Jeff Garlin’s thoughts on Michael Bay, laws that are just six words long, and what this movie has in common with Showgirls. Two men enter, one man leaves as we find out if Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome stands the Test of Time.

In a post-apocalyptic wasteland, a small community is threatened by violent maniacs, and only Mad Max can help. Join us as we discuss the MMCU, the most annoying thing about The Fast and the Furious, and traditional marriage after the end of the world. Then we find out if The Road Warrior stands the Test of Time.

In a near-future Australia, one cop fights back against a ruthless biker gang. Listen as we talk about how difficult it is to show society crumbling, a guy named Toecutter who cuts no toes, and the word that’s forever associated with the Hall of Justice. Then we find out if Mad Max stands the Test of Time.

An American rocker falls for a beautiful woman who recruits him into the East German resistance. Join us as we wonder if kids today understand Pac-Man references, why Ford Pintos blew up, and where the hell Grand Moff Tarkin is. Then we find out if Top Secret! stands the Test of Time.

A widowed lawyer teaches his children important life lessons as he defends an innocent man. It’s our annual Mother’s Day episode, and our moms are back! Carole Abramson and Rochelle Brief join us to discuss dog actors in the 1960s, where witnesses are supposed to sit, and how to defuse a lynch mob. Then we find out if To Kill a Mockingbird stands the Test of Time.

An aspiring singer struggles with a new lover, rival musicians, angry bandmates, and an abusive father. Special guest Clinton Festa joins us to talk about resting Prince face, Ben Folds’ LLC, and how to respond when someone says, "I would die for you." Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today to find out if Purple Rain stands the Test of Time.

To save her parents, a 10-year-old girl works for a powerful witch. Listen as we talk about the worst job for medical school interns, what happens when people have no work-life balance, and the difference between an evil villain and a jerk boss. Then we see if Spirited Away stands the Test of Time.