Cinematic Connections
Media & Entertainment Podcasts
Hosts Jose and JP discuss movies and the connections and memories they create
Location:
United States
Description:
Hosts Jose and JP discuss movies and the connections and memories they create
Language:
English
Episodes
Mysteries
3/1/2026
In this episode we talk about our favorite Mystery movies, one of the most interactive genres of film where the audience often tries to solve the mystery along with the characters on screen! We also give tribute to the late director Rob Reiner.
Duration:02:32:43
30 Years Later: The Movies of 1996
2/1/2026
In this episode we discuss the movies of 1996 (they're 30 years old!), the trends of the times, the franchises that got their start, and the sheer number of popular movies released that year.
Duration:02:27:11
War Movies
1/1/2026
In this episode we discuss the war movies that impacted us, the history and iconic movies of the genre, and the societal impacts these films have had.
Duration:02:19:07
'Tis the Season for Holiday Movies
12/1/2025
In this episode we discuss the holiday movies that impacted us, the ones we love and recommend, and the ones that we never got into.
Happy Holidays and thanks for listening!
Duration:01:38:27
One and Done: The Movies We Could Only Watch Once
11/1/2025
In this episode we discuss the movies that, whether they were good or bad, we could only watch once.
Duration:01:45:06
Halloween 2025: Underrated Horror Movies
10/1/2025
Just in time for Halloween, Jose's wife Chera joins us as we discuss the horror movies we feel deserve more recognition. Give them a watch this October and let us know if you agree!
Duration:02:04:37
Musicals
8/1/2025
In this episode we're joined by special guest Mariana Howard! She joins us to talk about one of her favorite genres of film, musicals! We also discuss different types of musical movies, musicals that went from the stage to the screen or vice/versa, and examining what we feel qualifies as a musical.
Duration:01:52:23
Movies We Watched Before We Should Have
7/11/2025
Have you ever seen a movie before you should have? Did your siblings secretly show you that R rated movie when you were little kid? In this episode we discuss the movies we watched before we should have, their influence on us then and now, and how they've impacted the movies we share with others.
Duration:01:36:59
Howdy Partner...
6/1/2025
In this episode we discuss our favorite westerns, the origin of the genre, key films throughout the years, and what we consider modern westerns.
Duration:02:03:57
Happy 30th! The Movies of 1995
5/1/2025
JP and Jose discuss the films of 1995, their impact, and our favorites from that year.
Duration:02:28:51
Grand Theft Cinema: Our Favorite Heist Films
4/1/2025
Jose and JP discuss their favorite heist movies and the defining films of this genre.
Duration:01:49:19
An Offer You Can't Refuse
3/1/2025
In this episode we discuss our favorite mob movies, what we think are the genre defining films, and the impact of mob movies on pop culture.
Duration:02:00:20
Explosions! Chases! Action!
2/1/2025
In this episode we discuss our favorite action movies, common elements that make a good action movie, and how we've connected to them throughout our lives
Duration:01:54:34
Place Your Bets!
1/3/2025
In this episode we discuss the gambling movies that we've connected with, and Jose shares some of his experiences working in a casino and which movies accurately portray gambling addictions.
Duration:01:49:41
Family Connections
12/1/2024
In this episode we're joined by Jose's cousin Mariana to discuss the movies she's connected with, their mutual love for movies growing up together, and how they've influenced the way they each appreciate movies.
Duration:01:53:11
Science Fiction Addiction
11/1/2024
In this episode we discuss one of our favorite genres, Sci-Fi. We share the movies that we connected with throughout our lives and the innovation this genre encourages.
Duration:02:01:53
Movies with Bite! Vampire Connections
10/1/2024
In this episode special guest Chera Kee joins us again to talk about one of her favorite movie characters and genres, Vampires! We discuss why we love vampire movies, the good, the bad, and the movie that Chera and Jason consider the G.O.A.T.
Duration:01:59:29
Sharing A Laugh
9/1/2024
In this episode we discuss the comedies that we connected with throughout our lives and discuss our opinion on the current social climate and it's affect on comedy in film.
Duration:01:31:40
Connecting With Your Spouse
8/1/2024
In this episode we're joined by Jose's wife, Chera Kee, a published author and professor of film studies. Listen as we discuss her love for movies and how their shared passion for film brings them together.
Duration:02:17:59
The Good, The Bad, and The Weird
7/1/2024
In this episode we talk about the weirdest movies we've ever seen. Some we love, some we don't, some are gross, and some are unsettling, but all of them are weird!
Duration:01:40:36